Brian Wilson 2011 Interview with George Stroumboulopoulos

[@MrLandlocked]

He made Brian feel relaxed. That alone speaks volumes about the host.

[@UncleErnie71]

Strombo is a fucking Canadian treasure.

[@cm5065]

I’ve never seen brian more relaxed in an interview ever.

[@EASFromTheWest]

3:50 nah . this is what brian would musically call, a dry spell. once he's asked about playing songs he gets it rolling again

[@DummyYEEEAAHHHHH]

I couldn't agree more... Brian is almost always visibly uncomfortable and awkward in most interview. But with George...it's like watching Brian just talk with a friend.... Well done sir, well done.

[@believerlucas8337]

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[@keriford54]

This guy deserves an award for the man who knew how to interview Brian Wilson. That was good.

[@dinodeluca6210]

It takes a classy and respectful Canadian to interview a legend like Brian Wilson...proud of George for this one.

[@pullinstringstheband]

Of all the Brian interviews I've seen, this was the best. Terrific job.

[@VelcroKittie]

One of the best interviewers I have seen in a long time. He treated Brian Wilson with so much respect, and you could see he was so into what Brian had to say. A really genuine interview. Well done!

[@89strangelove]

+Aido Potato I disagree. I think he was trying get him to cry. After Brian had said "god only knows" is the hard one to sing without his brothers, george asks "GOD ONLY KNOWS REMINDS YOU OF CARL?" no it reminds him of Jamal Mashburn. "WHICH ONE REMINDS YOU OF DENNIS?" shut the fuck up and don't try to get him to cry.

[@UnclePhilTheProducer]

+Aido how'd you feel?

[@danielupsdell2697]

He is the best

[@nowendoc749]

What a great interview by a likable interviewer. I hate seeing a "legend" being interviewed by a bad interviewer. This is not the case here.

[@danielupsdell2697]

He is one of the best interviewer around he listens does his research asks questions with so much confidence

[@AntonioBarsanio]

I agree, he asked meaningful questions about his music, his current mental health situation, etc.

[@billjohnson1898]

Man I love him so much. What a great interview ❤️

[@paula3599]

Every time I see Brian interviewed I love him even more. What a great humble, kind and sweet soul he is. A true genius and a true survivor. Breaks my heart to think of his father abusing him. His father can never hurt him anymore, His sell out concerts are proof of him being loved and appreciated all over the world. God bless you Brian. All the fans have never forgotten Carl and Dennis. P.S. I first heard the Beach boys on record while staying over at my childhood friends house in elementary school. Her sister was playing the record. I asked my friend as I was mesmerized by the songs, "Who is that singing' and she said "The Beach Boys"!!!. I was in love with that sound ever since.

[@jamessilver6429]

wich record ?

[@kjetin99]

If you treat Brian like this guy did you get so much interesting stuff from him.reat interview

[@patrickcrawford6392]

Brian was so relaxed for this interview. Nice to see him lucid and in good spirits.

[@silvinare]

He's adorable! "I want my Carl back, and I can't"

[@missoctober8859]

Yeah, it was so sweet that he said "my Carl". :(

[@garrettjames5817]

Absolutely freaking heartbreaking to hear him say that.

[@beachboysfanforever1244]

Been waiting years to hear him talking about them, Carl and Dennis

[@subooking]

beachboys fanforever He probably doesn’t want to

[@Biggases777]

Subooking cause he misses Carl and Dennis so much

[@mikebass3723]

What a great interviewer! Brian became really comfortable with him, and as a result, gave a brilliant interview!

[@jeffdawson2786]

“I got the California beat from Bach.” He is so quirky and honest. George was Brian’s best interview.

[@Kalle72]

Wauv, this interviewer is really good. He may be asking some leading questions, but he handles Brian Wilson like a champ. The entire conversation seems so sincere and fluent. It's almost like watching a therapy session. Thanks for sharing

[@samwoodson9603]

George is a pro. One of the best interviewers out there.

[@reubination]

Yes George is a Canadian treasure. Very gifted at his trade. He listens and truly cares about the person he’s interviewing. He must be a great husband.

[@yourmother3207]

It was like a therapy session goddamn. Idk anything about the interviewer but I'm willing to bet he took some basic psychology classes in college

[@hollyodell4012]

He seems so unpretentious and honest and humble.

[@subg8858]

He is and always has been. Big part of what makes him great

[@AlexDeLarge1]

I like this interviewer, he gets really deep. Brian actually steps outside of his shy shell for a bit to get deep himself, because Brian is extremely deep, beyond imagination. He even talks about the pineal gland; that's some old school LSD talk.

[@birdsareprettyrad]

Alex Delarge cool icon bro hehe

[@cabezadepija7318]

yeah too much cocaine though...

[@jimet409]

Never heard of this George character prior. What a surprise. While he asked some touchy questions towards Mr. Wilson, he was respectful and genuine. Nice job.

[@burlingtonbill1]

He's huge in Canada.

[@believerlucas8337]

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[@ThisWholeWorld100]

@@burlingtonbill1 hw was the hipster host of Hockey Night In Canada for one season before people couldn't stand hi. Check his interview with Gene Simmons where he is just doing his darndest to get him to bash Trump.

[@sleazydunlop1697]

The way George approached this interview makes me respect him so much. He did an EXCELLENT job interviewing Brian here.

[@MeLoNHeAd00]

Brian is not an easy interview ! He is a very smart and complex individual.

[@hasselett]

@Adam The thing is, Brian is always open to answering questions, but you have to actually ask them. Most interviewers seem to think Brian will follow up on every question and go off on tangents, that he'll lead the conversation. He won't. George clearly read up on that and decided to ask more questions instead.

[@Uetti]

Brian and Paul McCartney never cease to express mutual admiration for each other. It always amazes me

[@livingshadows6731]

so true! both are so classy and there egos didn't stop them from being respectful to eachother

[@genegeneish]

Paul went to a Beach Boys concert and it changed up some of the Beatles productions at Paul insistence.

"game recognizes game"

[@kaymuldoon3575]

Paul has said that God Only Knows is his most favorite song of all time.

[@Tyler2004durden]

This is one of the best, if not the best interview I've seen with Brian Wilson. Kudos to you George.

[@travisshu]

Incredible interview. I've never seen Brian open up so much about such sensitive moments of his life.

[@wendyjones6077]

He understands and respects Brian. Brian responds to his energy, genuine interest and willingness to change the subject and move on when Brian shows the slightest sign of discomfort. Fantastic interviewer - great job George!

[@jaggass]

When you can get Brian to talk as much as this you know you've done a good job. He's a very hard person to interview.

[@chris22scar]

Brian's autobiography is one of the most remarkable, disturbing, inspiring and heroic pieces of literature I've even seen. If you're a fan, it's mind blowing ❤️

[@tardisruthwood2772]

He is such a good man! Love Brian!

[@PeterBondeVillain]

Brian remembered the year 1981 off the top of his head. How can people claim that he's not lucid? He's just a shy artist that doesn't open up that often.

[@AlexDeLarge1]

He creates stories to test people sometimes. I think he's always done that, actually. He is quite lucid and remembers a lot more than he lets on. Probably because many of those memories are complete and utter pain.

[@PeterBondeVillain]

Alex Delarge Well said

[@michaelstrickand3858]

He is awfully shy. Damaged goods, but what talent and musicianship. He's kind of humorous in his own way. Seems really decent. Enjoyed this interview. I've gotten so I don't get uncomfortable for him. He;s just being himself.

[@ThisWholeWorld100]

The thing is, he was 4 years off.

[@jacobgeneryck]

He did forget he worked with Paul McCartney, that was odd. But this was a great interview.

[@angiepyle4735]

By far the best interview of Brian. Great job!!

[@TenderloinsToughest]

This my friends is how you're supposed to interview someone. It's a science and this guy nailed it with one of the trickiest interview subjects out there.

[@johndersham1]

Brian has such an honest innocence about him. Great interview.

[@ronburgundy8946]

God bless this man. He is such a kind and genuine soul. He opened his heart and shared a beautiful gift to this world that will forever be unequaled in popular music. Thank you Brian for that gift. God only knows what we'd be without you.

[@LouieShowers]

Spectacular humans. I am so inspired by Brian Wilson.

[@believerlucas8337]

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[@davidjulesarseneau6364]

I’ve watched this so many times and every time I don’t want it to end!! Love both these guys!

[@_marlon]

What a fantastic interview! Strombo is the best interviewer in my opinion. The man has a gift.

[@matthewdrummond1340]

I saw this interview when it 1st aired on television. Hearing Brian talk about his auditory hallucinations around the 7:55 mark really helped me feel more comfortable in my own mind. Just knowing even Brian Wilson hears things too blew my mind.

[@believerlucas8337]

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[@Lridesagain]

Fantastic interview. The host really did his research. Love Brian’s absurd humor. When he didn’t quite understand a question...he answered it anyway, with what he was thinking, in the moment. Wished it was longer.

[@believerlucas8337]

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[@kitrichardson5573]

“my theory is that when you die it’s a transition, you’re reaching back into the same dream” it was worth watching this video just to hear that quote. There’s definitely a song there Mr. Wilson

[@SuperDerek66]

Brian Wilson ! Oh man.. the songs he had made me want to just pinch myself..unreal.. THE BEST

[@believerlucas8337]

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[@bobcloneyproductions]

Great Interview! Brian's very comfortable with alot of energy! Loved it!

[@chippchipp1]

Fantastic interviewer!

[@armandbourgoignie]

chippchipp1 Except for "You wouldn't wanna be Ringo would you?"

[@pschlosb]

+chippchipp1 i disagree. I think you're right, some of his questions are good, but he seems like he views Brian Wilson as a circus side show. He doesn't really seem to respect the person Wilson is or his work, he sort of makes a joke out it (probably because of jealousy, for not many people are actually considered "genius" as Brian Wilson is, certainly not George Stromboulopolulousolous or whatever the hell his name is).. He fakes that he does but i can see down deep he only cares about the story that he's getting. Brian Wilson is a great person, a great human being. His mental illness is real and is not a joke, and yes he truly was a genius who knew how to make some of the most beautiful music ever created.

[@cozz440]

It's called adjusting to Brian's sickness which No human would know this Always criticising to the Neg Beat. which I'm now used to it,,No one is better than the Media or The Critic their both Professional's in the bathroom.

[@anitacalloway3032]

Wow that interviewer was so impressive! Engaging, genuine, insightful questions without being a bit a sensationalist regarding Brian's life. And he made it all about Brian and The Beach Boys without inserting his own experiences in. He was able to get so much from him that I know Brian a little better. Wish he still had a show.

[@rockyboy751]

Please, Brian, do an an album with Paul McCartney. You guys aren't going to be around forever, on this plane anyway.

[@fanfanackapan]

I'm surprised they haven't. They have always admired each other so much.

[@mcgriddle552]

Yesssss. Especially since Brian says he has kinda lost his creative spark, they should totally work together and reignite something cool in both of them

[@adamantdane3896]

dude yes!!!

[@dustyandsneezing]

YES WE NEED THIS

[@elchingon6759]

They worked on a song together once and Brian once stated that Paul and him didn’t really click. Brian mentioned that Paul would sing off key and Paul didn’t like Brian criticizing Paul’s vocals.

[@1974kizz]

This was an amazing interview. I have never seen Brian so engaged with an interviewer and an interviewer so knowledgable about Brian and all the facets of his life. Excellent viewing.

[@hairycommenter7878]

I like that, even when George is asking really leading questions, Brian answers them honestly and throws him off.

[@Ac76543211]

I suspect Brian Wilson's IQ is off the charts.

[@benpietrzykowski9216]

It really is, and I love his child like honesty and responses .

[@joelalexander4513]

@@benpietrzykowski9216 it's not tough to be a human being, it may be tough to be an honest one, though. Thankfully, success early on afforded him this "luxury". Rich or poor, everyone oughta try his way out.

[@brianl3766]

@@joelalexander4513 "tough to be an honest one". Man, aint that the truth with all the 'savages' out there. Question; what do you mean "try his way out"

[@joelalexander4513]

@@brianl3766 i meant, give raw honesty a try. It can disarm or work against you, but either way, a raw person doesnt mean a handicapped person so

[@brianl3766]

@@joelalexander4513 Okay, cool. Thanks for replying. Have a good one.

[@HARALDEMANN]

Great interview and good interviewer. It's a very honest and relaxed interview and George obviously makes Brian feel comfortable.

[@johnbucher2077]

Great to see this. George Stroumboulopoulos does a great job here. Brian Wilson is such an icon and I'm so happy to see him here in an interview where he feels comfortable. Love Brian Wilson the Beach Boys.

[@henry-lee-music]

Best Brian interview I've seen. The interviewer did a good job.

[@margaretwilson1539]

Mr Brian Wilson...respect...legend.. Love from Glasgow, Scotland. X🤗💙🎼🎙🎵

[@chriss8792]

such a comfortable interview I love Brian! such a gentle and loving soul bless him

[@SunnyBear]

Oh man, that's some great work George! That's how you interview Brian Wilson.

[@cpt.dr.hawkeye1740]

This is a masterclass from an interview perspective. Strombo was a total and true professional in this and played this masterfully.

[@makeupjunkie6838]

Perfect interview. He knew how to interview this complex, sweet man.

[@samsmith4216]

As interviews go....this is everything one could hope for!

[@dannybighair]

Nice to see such reverence from George

[@mcaste58]

when he asks Brian about singing the old songs and remembering his brothers, that look in Brians eyes as he talked about singing God Only Knows and how that reminded him of Carl was soo sad

[@GregSr]

He asked Brian some fairly personal questions and I was surprised that Brian didn't push back. Great interview!

[@DummyYEEEAAHHHHH]

He really was one of the best interviewers I've seen interact with Brian... Brian usually looks uncomfortable in interviews...not here...he asked very good and interesting questions without making Brian uncomfortable.

[@p1nesap]

That's the best interview I've ever seen with Brian. Good job George.

[@dwaynewladyka577]

This is totally awesome!

[@VlogsDAmour]

what an amazing interview. impeccable.

[@believerlucas8337]

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[@chelseapoet3664]

Brilliant interview. .

[@kanyewestforpresident]

Pure soul and a one of a kind songwriter. Thank you for all the music you've given us Brian.

[@phillace]

Amazing talent , and a lovely man .

[@juliestrom412]

I'm just glad out of bed. Why this pops out know I must have subscribed or something. I agree about Gershwin. Wow this is not 2011. This man has created greatness!

[@nopeteys2424]

As a musician and songwriter it’s so awesome to hear Brian (arguably the greatest songwriter of all time) talk about how he has dry spells where he doesn’t write any songs and he just has to wait until the inspiration comes. I know that feeling exactly, im sure its like that for any type of artist. If you really want to create something real from your soul that lasts you can’t force it you just have to wait. It can be scary though when you think it may never come back again, but it usually does at the most random times. Brian is a worldwide treasure.

[@GamerNRetro]

Fantastic interview. You really made Brian feel comfortable enough to give great answers.

[@GradualErase]

Thank you George for this.

[@sealevelbear]

Good interview! Brian is a good man

[@brianl3766]

George is a class act. I love his demeanor when interviewing musicians. Wish he had a Tonight Show job, and the networks get rid of the knuckleheads that host those shows.

[@badad0166]

He did...

[@bonfireballads]

what a great interview! thank you for being so respectful of Brian!

[@bluesandcountry6096]

The interviewer did a great job. Never seen him before but he covered so many topics.

[@zepourriable]

George Friggin' Strombopoulos, greatest Canadian interviewer if you ask me. He's an amazing dude, does his research and is always respectful and interested. 100 % genuine

[@ccfarrar7981]

I love Brian Wilson! My hero! An Icon a brilliant sweet man! You're the reason for my love of music. You are also the reason I am a nurse!

[@StatusQuonald]

He seems much stronger, more vibrant and energetic than nowadays. He can hardly walk or talk now. Hope he's ok.

[@In_Set]

Great job here. Brian Wilson is not a real big fan of giving interviews, and it takes a committed interviewer to do this well; George came equipped with thorough knowledge, and telegraphed to Brian that he was going to stick with it. Brian realized that and opened up. Nice work, and may God forever bless his messenger, Brian Wilson.

[@tonyalfano2479]

This interviewer was freaking fantastic. No pauses…no searching for a question. Right from the heart and honest and open. I’ve never seen Brian so relaxed and honest. Awesome!!!

[@believerlucas8337]

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[@futuropasado]

GREAT interview, the best Brian interview! Thanks for this gold

[@Cookie-es8vy]

George - you are a superstar when it comes to interviewing. Fantastic job!

[@roren2466]

Good interview. Brian was relaxed. The interviewer made Brian feel at ease.

[@jctorontojctoronto]

Bravo Strombo. An absolute gem. Classic effort here with a genius. -jimmy c

[@bobcloneyproductions]

I’m not familiar with George’s show, but wow...what a fantastic host!! I’ve never seen Brian so comfortable and outgoing based on other interviews I’ve seen. And the questions were so good!

[@believerlucas8337]

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[@marcofalzone6469]

This was THE BEST most intellectually honest modern interview with Brian I've seen. Pleasantly surprised by the questions

[@StatusQuonald]

Great interview, great interviewer. Brian is so much healthier and more energetic than these days :(

[@lbcog1]

Great interview.

[@ilovemusic7280]

Great interview with the musical genius Brian Wilson!!!

[@lucyclarke3523]

I love! this man. How very talented to this day and always. thanks for the music

[@timfronimos459]

CBC needs to bring back some version of this show. I watched everyday from metro Detroit . Post Covid, when I visit Toronto it'd be fun to sit down w George and hear stories from his shows. I am part Greek also. cousin Tim from Michigan

[@cozz440]

EXCELLENT Interview I'm surprised it only has 60,915 hit's, This hit my Heart for those that goes through Drug use on the bad side of choices and most belittle those who make bad choices like we all are Perfect when we ALL know we're just as bad or even worse.

[@hollyodell4012]

Seems like he had such a deep well of pain in him, already a sensitive individual, then abused by his dad on top of that, it would almost be surprising if he hadn't self-medicated in some way. A damaging choice certainly but quite understandable.

[@withgoddess8300]

BEST BW interview ever. George was perfect. Greatest questions. ⚘ Brian is actually enjoying it.

[@StatusQuonald]

Good interview tho, real nice and relaxed. Good for Brian :) watching this made me very happy

[@InsignificantNick]

George is a great interviewer, he was spectacular here. Brian was so comfortable.

[@chadpittman3025]

I can relate a lot with Brian and he is such an inspiration

[@AntheaCarson]

Brian Wilson bringing Bach back! Bringing back the classics. Awesome

[@bentertainment6932]

Two of my favourite people on the same stage!

[@scottallen8071]

“I want my Carl back.” 😭😭

[@kitrichardson5573]

The interviewer is doing a great job. Brian Wilson is not loquacious even in his prime he wasn’t loquacious and he’s an older guy now. This interviewer doesn’t leave a lot of dead space between the questions he got a ton of them and he keeps on coming and they’re good questions. By far the best interview I’ve seen with Brian Wilson after his breakdown

[@brandonbreitkreuz1549]

certainly one of the best brian interviews ever

[@mikenyny755]

What an interview; must be one of the best of all time?

[@redcanoe9810]

Nice interviewing George! Great questions! Brian sure seems like a sweet guy! Thank you!

[@antoinettesandoval2275]

Wow great interview.. Brian is so special.

[@samuelpaquin7538]

Great interview, so smooth!