Brian Simpson is a stand-up comic hailing from Austin, TX, where this was in fact recorded as part of SXSW! With a background as a foster child and Marine Corps veteran, Brian brings a rare blend of life experiences to his comedy, offering a refreshingly unique perspective. He's earned a spot on Variety's Top Comics to Watch in 2023 and you might recognise Brian from Comedy Central's Lights Out with David Spade, or his debut Netflix special, Brian Simpson: Live from the Mothership! We discuss how ADHD affects Brian’s comedy, reflecting on mentor advice and learning to embrace discomfort along with the therapeutic value and healing potential of comedy. Please note: this episode deals with the topic of suicide. Join the Insiders Club at patreon.com/comcompod where you can get access to hundreds of hours of bonus features with the likes of Iliza Shlesinger, Nish Kumar and Lucy Beaumont. You’ll also get to watch full episodes (where possible) including James Acaster, Julia Masli and Dara Ó Briain. Don’t forget, if you’re an Insider’s Insider (£5+), join me on Tuesday 30th April for a Live Stu&A, details in the Patreon! Support the Podcast at Patreon.com/ComComPod ☑️ Get full video episodes where possible ☑️ Extra content now in video as well as audio ☑️ Exclusive guest announcements and engagement   ☑️ New membership offerings including a monthly “Stu&A” which is a Q&A with me with a fun title. Catch Up with Brian: Brian Simpson: Live From The Mothership is out now on Netflix. Brian is regularly performing across the US including a show at the Netflix is a Joke Festival next month, find dates briansimpsoncomedy.com. He also has a podcast, search for “BS with Brian Simpson” wherever you get your podcasts. You can follow Brian on Twitter and Instagram, @BSComedian. Everything Stu's up to: Mach SPOILERS | May 2024: https://machcomedyfest.co.uk/show/2024/stuart-goldsmith-spoilers/ Wells | May 2024: https://www.wellscomfest.com/whats-on/stuart-goldsmith-2024 Discover Stu’s comedy about the climate crisis, for everyone from activists to CEOs, at www.stuartgoldsmith.com/climate. Find everything else you at linktr.ee/stuartgoldsmith. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.