EPISODE · Dec 30, 2025 · 1H 3M
Ep. 148: Reversed Double Standard | BS with Brian Simpson
This week, Brian breaks down a long-running listener story involving missed timing, emotional attachment, and the hard truth about knowing when to walk away. From unspoken feelings to complicated living situations, Brian offers honest insight on why clarity matters more than comfort.00:00 – Welcome back & tour updates01:40 – Holiday thoughts and gift expectations03:10 – Why waiting to speak up changes everything05:00 – A long-term listener story begins07:45 – When feelings stay unspoken too long10:20 – Living close to someone you want13:10 – Emotional confusion vs real connection16:40 – Why some people choose chaos20:00 – The danger of “what if” thinking23:30 – Peace of mind as a life rule27:10 – Knowing when the door is closed30:00 – Advice for letting go cleanly33:30 – Why timing matters more than intention36:10 – Listener reactions & perspective checks39:40 – Final thoughts on growth and clarityVOICEMAIL: Call 323-451-1980 to leave us a message. We'll listen to them all and play some of the good ones on the show.Follow Brian @BScomedianFind Brian's tour dates at briansimpsoncomedy.comEmail the show at [email protected] you'd like your track featured on BS with Brian Simpson, send it to [email protected] with "music track" in the subject line.#briansimpson #bswithbriansimpson #standupcomedy #comedypodcast Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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This week, Brian breaks down a long-running listener story involving missed timing, emotional attachment, and the hard truth about knowing when to walk away. From unspoken feelings to complicated living situations, Brian offers honest insight on why clarity matters more than comfort.00:00 – Welcome back & tour updates01:40 – Holiday thoughts and gift expectations03:10 – Why waiting to speak up changes everything05:00 – A long-term listener story begins07:45 – When feelings stay unspoken too long10:20 – Living close to someone you want13:10 – Emotional confusion vs real connection16:40 – Why some people choose chaos20:00 – The danger of “what if” thinking23:30 – Peace of mind as a life rule27:10 – Knowing when the door is closed30:00 – Advice for letting go cleanly33:30 – Why timing matters more than intention36:10 – Listener reactions & perspective checks39:40 – Final thoughts on growth and clarityVOICEMAIL: Call 323-451-1980 to leave us a message. We'll listen to them all and play some of the good ones on the show.Follow Brian @BScomedianFind Brian's tour dates at briansimpsoncomedy.comEmail the show at [email protected] you'd like your track featured on BS with Brian Simpson, send it to [email protected] with "music track" in the subject line.#briansimpson #bswithbriansimpson #standupcomedy #comedypodcast Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Ep. 148: Reversed Double Standard | BS with Brian Simpson
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