EPISODE · Jun 2, 2026 · 59 MIN
Ep. 168: Ball Maxing? | BS with Brian Simpson
Comedian Brian Simpson dives into modern politics, internet culture, psychology experiments, human behavior, and one of the strangest online trends imaginable. In this episode of BS with Brian Simpson, Brian reacts to listener emails about political frustration, social media culture, moving to a new city, psychological studies, trauma, confidence, and the growing obsession with “maxxing” trends online. The conversation ranges from the famous Universe 25 mouse experiment and the Milgram obedience study to modern internet echo chambers, self-worth, and why so many people feel disconnected from modern life.00:00 – Intro & Korea Travel Delay00:55 – Listener Pushback on Democrats & Politics03:39 – Why Politicians Never Face Consequences08:19 – Why People Treat Politics Like Sports Teams15:16 – General Life Advice for Listeners18:28 – The Psychology Experiments That Changed Everything20:52 – The Monopoly Privilege Experiment Explained23:20 – Growing Up in the DMV Area30:55 – Mumbo Sauce, Go-Go Music & D.C. Culture35:00 – Brian’s New Book Recommendation37:24 – Thought Experiment: Erasing Trauma41:15 – Advice for Moving to a New City48:34 – The Return of “Ball Maxxing”50:20 – Why Internet Trends Keep Getting Stranger55:23 – The Real Problem Isn’t Your Appearance58:20 – Final Thoughts & OutroVOICEMAIL: 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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Comedian Brian Simpson dives into modern politics, internet culture, psychology experiments, human behavior, and one of the strangest online trends imaginable. In this episode of BS with Brian Simpson, Brian reacts to listener emails about political frustration, social media culture, moving to a new city, psychological studies, trauma, confidence, and the growing obsession with “maxxing” trends online. The conversation ranges from the famous Universe 25 mouse experiment and the Milgram obedience study to modern internet echo chambers, self-worth, and why so many people feel disconnected from modern life.00:00 – Intro & Korea Travel Delay00:55 – Listener Pushback on Democrats & Politics03:39 – Why Politicians Never Face Consequences08:19 – Why People Treat Politics Like Sports Teams15:16 – General Life Advice for Listeners18:28 – The Psychology Experiments That Changed Everything20:52 – The Monopoly Privilege Experiment Explained23:20 – Growing Up in the DMV Area30:55 – Mumbo Sauce, Go-Go Music & D.C. Culture35:00 – Brian’s New Book Recommendation37:24 – Thought Experiment: Erasing Trauma41:15 – Advice for Moving to a New City48:34 – The Return of “Ball Maxxing”50:20 – Why Internet Trends Keep Getting Stranger55:23 – The Real Problem Isn’t Your Appearance58:20 – Final Thoughts & OutroVOICEMAIL: 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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