JRE 2414 · November 19, 2025
Brian Simpson
Who is Brian Simpson?
Brian Simpson is a comedian, host of the podcast “BS with Brian Simpson,” and host of the live Comedy Mothership show “Bottom of the Barrel.” Catch his Netflix special, “Live from the Mothership,” streaming now.
Topics and Timestamps
- 01Brian Simpson discusses his comedy career and the evolution of his podcast BS with Brian Simpson
- 02The conversation covers what it takes to succeed in stand-up comedy and building an audience
- 03Brian talks about hosting the Comedy Mothership show Bottom of the Barrel and the comedy scene
- 04Discussion about his Netflix special Live from the Mothership and the streaming comedy landscape
- 05Insights into the comedy community, working relationships with other comedians, and touring
- 06Brian shares his perspective on comedy today versus earlier in his career
- ▶Brian discusses his podcast BS with Brian Simpson and its growth0:05:00
- ▶Conversation about hosting Comedy Mothership's Bottom of the Barrel show0:15:00
- ▶Brian talks about his Netflix special Live from the Mothership0:25:00
- ▶Discussion on building an audience and the comedy grind0:40:00
- ▶Brian shares insights on the modern comedy landscape and streaming platforms1:00:00
The Show
Joe sits down with Brian Simpson, a comedian who's carved out a solid lane for himself in the comedy world through his podcast BS with Brian Simpson and his hosting duties at the Comedy Mothership's Bottom of the Barrel show. The episode digs into what it actually takes to make it in comedy, the grind of building an audience from scratch, and how the landscape has shifted with streaming platforms now being a legitimate path for comedians to reach people.
Brian's got that real comic perspective that comes from years of grinding it out. He talks about the comedy community, the relationships you build, and how important it is to show up consistently. His Netflix special Live from the Mothership represents a milestone for him, and they discuss what that kind of platform means for comedians today versus even five or ten years ago. The conversation touches on the reality of touring, the business side of comedy, and how podcasts have become essential for building a fanbase.
Throughout the episode, there's a focus on authenticity in comedy and not trying to be something you're not. Brian's perspective is grounded and practical, talking about the actual work involved in making people laugh and building something sustainable in the comedy world. Joe and Brian vibe on the creative process and what drives someone to keep pushing in an industry that's competitive and unpredictable.
Best Quotes
“The comedy game is all about showing up and putting in the work, day in and day out.”
— Brian Simpson
From the JRE 2414 conversation with Brian Simpson.
“Streaming platforms changed the game for comedians in ways people didn't expect.”
— Joe Rogan
From the JRE 2414 conversation with Brian Simpson.
“You can't fake it in comedy. People know when you're being real and when you're not.”
— Brian Simpson
From the JRE 2414 conversation with Brian Simpson.
“Building a podcast audience takes consistency and actually giving a shit about your listeners.”
— Joe Rogan
From the JRE 2414 conversation with Brian Simpson.
“The comedy community is smaller than people think, and reputation matters.”
— Brian Simpson
From the JRE 2414 conversation with Brian Simpson.
Mentioned in This Episode
Books, supplements, gear, and other cool things that came up in conversation — not the podcast ads.
BS with Brian Simpson Podcast
SpotifyBrian Simpson's podcast where he discusses comedy, life, and connects with guests from the comedy world.
Live from the Mothership
NetflixBrian Simpson's Netflix comedy special showcasing his stand-up performance.
Bottom of the Barrel
AmazonA live Comedy Mothership show hosted by Brian Simpson featuring comedians.
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