David Cross | Blocks Podcast w/ Neal Brennan

[@nealbfree]

We understand there are audio issues starting around 48 min. We tried but couldn't repair them.

[@ericwest2986]

It took me a while to realize the sounds weren't soft little micro-farts, like a sub-dialog under the main conversation.

[@ericwest2986]

I should add: thanks for capturing this great conversation. I'll sit through a fart opera for such content.

[@queen_gw]

Even though it bothered me I still listened all the way. I really enjoyed this episode 😊

[@chadbarbaro]

because once you make art it's of your control. see Frankenstein

[@Herodotus77]

Cross's surrealism nearly broke reality.

[@vanillabeans32087]

David's vibe trajectory over the years reminds me of Patton Oswalt where their initial writing was legendarily cynical and pessimistic, but you could always tell they were good guys who were working hard and growing. And now they are both older men with relationships and families who just want to focus on being happy and taking care of others. It's so sweet.

[@briancomforti3890]

No. He gives the vibes of most junkies I meet. He’ll gladly recount all the drugs he did, just before he did them, and never anything about what he did while on them. If you want to try convincing me that he’s always perfectly lovely to everybody while on crack, meth, coke, heroin, and pills, then by all means convince me!

[@revfunk8823]

​@briancomforti3890 this guy actually gets it

[@deathpunch23]

​@@briancomforti3890come on while some people cant handle drugs, these guys are intelligent and strong. Mdma has helped Neal Brennan give up his grudges and counterbalance the negative effects of his year long dmt trip, and look at these two, they look great! lol jk

[@darrenbrennan7679]

@@briancomforti3890 Maybe quit hanging out with druggies?

[@ColonelAngus2]

But not funny. It's great for Patton and David that they're experiencing this personal growth. It's just not funny for the consumer

[@irsever]

Not being willing to spoil the twist in Bioshock 16 years later takes this guy from icon to absolute mensch

[@jasoncbrooks74]

David Cross may have “sold out” to make some paychecks, but he never sold out his stand up. He is an authentic voice who takes an unflinching look at himself, the country, and the world.

[@cameronshawcross819]

He is such a unique joke writer. Can always count on David Cross to have me in stitches laughing!

[@nathanreiber6819]

Sold out how?

[@bobsterapper]

Who thinks He Sold Out ? And Sold Out to what actually?

[@deathpunch23]

Wether or not they sold out, both these guys have long been PLAYED OUT.

[@joshismyhandle]

Arrested Development was a “sell out”? Bro is trippin’

[@JScottGaribay]

Neal, this new show rocks! Thank you so much for working on these and putting them out for Free! I appreciate it. As a thank you I watched your Netflix special immediately (it was great). Thank you, man.

[@SineadNYC]

the least n. brennan can do is "like" your comment or take 1 second to say "thank you". I don't see that happening tho. I'd love to be wrong! being "of service" is essential in 12 step programs, even if it's acknowling feedback on s. media

[@deathpunch23]

@@SineadNYC the guilt doesnt allow them to check comments, it would be more damaging than healing.

[@TheCompleteJeff]

Oh that was a great line about if you actually care about the state of affairs it’s like “a commitment to misery” 😅 I feel seen. Love the show, so glad you got David Cross on, Mr Show is an all-timer.

[@mitmon_8538]

"The Increasingly Poor Decisions of Todd Margaret" is such a great show. I need to find it and watch it again.

[@samanthab1923]

My son & I were just talking about that show. We’re watching old Inbetweener shows & remember Neal being on Todd Margret

[@moejuggler6033]

Woooow thanks for reminding me. Loved that one too

[@frinky525]

"the audition" is great, but the greatest comedy sketch of all time is and always will be "pre-taped call-in show"

[@productdesign9626]

Those two, plus the bickering cops are the three all-time classics for me

[@Football__Junkie]

“Change for a dollar” episode 1. That one has always stuck with me. Bob the CEO pissed off on the golf course. 😂

[@PaulLittle]

@frinky525 As soon as he mentioned The Audition being amazing my first thought was "sure, but it's no Pre-Taped Call-in Show"

[@djburge9181]

Run Ronnie run, pre-taped call in show, a talking junkie. So many #1's

[@craigshort6300]

100!!!!!!

[@GeneralAnonymity]

The cut to Google Maps every time was hilarious. 😂 "Turkiye" killed me ☠️

[@jonriordan649]

I really enjoyed the random buzzing in this episode.

[@AstraeaAntiope]

I was wondering if anyone else heard a high-pitched periodic squeak, or if I just went too hard with the pop-punk this week

[@saebahsuproc]

I thought it was me lol

[@migzydrift]

🐝

[@voidwraithprime8521]

David Cross is easily one of our best humans.

[@Psychol-Snooper]

Two of the three podcasts i watch converging! Magic!

[@Kamikazevondoom]

LOVED the new special 🤘🏼🍿🍿🤘🏼

[@ish474]

David Cross the comedian for the people who think Todd Barry isn't mad enough!

[@danielbarnes9229]

LOL

[@StevenJenkinsIV]

That’s pretty good

[@StevenJenkinsIV]

Why do some people think he sold out ?

[@StevenJenkinsIV]

5:00

[@ish474]

@CoolBeans95 because David was a big part of the alternative comedy scene and if you base your entire identity on being the opposite of the mainstream then you're constantly forced to adjust what that means, mostly out of spite. Oftentimes, that means anyone who finds success in the mainstream must have had to sell their soul to get it. That's all bulshit. People who think that way are usually just scared and need to find reasons why they're not successful. It's the Instinct David talks about, too always push back, even when dealing with fans, because somehow accepting praise lessons the value of his work. Most people grow out of it, when they realize that everybody's just trying to do their best, and none of it really matters anyway. (And I don't mean the entire alt scene, just the ones that rail against anyone who's successful)

[@nategomes1719]

Special is number 4 right now on Netflix watched half last night while chilling in bed. Great stuff. One of the best specials I have seen.

[@elisabethwhetstone4420]

I seriously just searched Netflix and can’t find it.

[@saebahsuproc]

Who you talkin about? Neal?

[@theycallmemuss5644]

​@@elisabethwhetstone4420 Neal Brennan "Crazy Good"

[@marniebrimhall986]

What an absolutely incredible EP!!! Thank you, we appreciate it.

[@mefarri]

“Everybody did their best, but they weren’t that good at it.” 😂😂😂

[@watcher1326]

People aren't taught what integrity or sell outs are anymore? That explains so much. Glad we're winning the important battles... Cool to hear how open minded David is about people having bad endings in their life and why they got there. Sound's like his daughter is lucky to have him as a teacher.

[@jasonflay8818]

Shows what kind of friendship he has with Bob Odenkirk, one only spends so much time in an interview talking about another guy when there's true love between the two.

[@shack_SI]

How many people started to re-watch (or watch) Mr. Show right after this pod.

[@MPAbsorb]

Damn! Neal knocking out these great guests!

[@jeremehiestand7716]

My favorite episode so far.

[@christopherthide6680]

Modest Mouse!! Nissan Murano!! THAT was the turning point of this mindset. Wow. David Cross took the words out of my mind

[@jostrich21]

I am so happy that they talked about video games. My wife and I love video games so much. They bring us together.

[@AndrewKarnavas]

There is an intermittent high-frequency interference sound in the audio on this episode at places like 55:50 - 55:52 that hurts the ears. Just an FYI! I love the show! ❤

[@Adam-kn3tv]

Heard that too, thought I was losing my mind trying to figure out where it was coming from

[@vic1torious]

Ya that's obnoxious

[@mageeknailmahs669]

are you sure the interference sound is not david mentioning yet again that he did coke

[@Pearls_Have_Eyes]

janeane garofalo should definitely be on this podcast

[@soniamendoza-grey8959]

I also check UPI !!! My love of David Cross is locked in.

[@EclecticWizard6]

Didn't know what that was till this. Good tidbit

[@poiluparadis]

Your new special was indeed special.

[@meganjohnson9540]

Okay, I was at the dollar tree with a friend looking g at wrapping paper and I was like…this one is cheaper…she said they’re both a dollar. David cross, I hear you, bro!

[@cassiescarboro7401]

NEAL MY GUY YOUR NEW SPECIAL IS FANTASTIC! Thanks. This is a great episode of Blocks too. Love David. 🎉

[@michaelpacinus242]

It’s so refreshing to see the whole premise of the show be respected by the guest(s)! Bravo, Mr. Cross.

[@jayprofound_mercenary6665]

What an episode! David Cross gives off the same vibes as Rainn Wilson, unashamedly honest with as little ego as you can on a podcast about your blocks.

[@thecolorhero1078]

Ive always liked David Cross, I like him better now and happy for him and his journey. Cheers!

[@k.c.simonsen2]

"We're gonna climb Machu-pichu" "Who's filming it (haha) kidding" "...yeah, it's gonna be a documentary." "Oh. Yeah, well that's great."

[@bravojeark]

Makes me happy to know David Cross is a gamer and loved Life is Strange

[@crakhaed]

Loves walking sims eh? 😂

[@MrAngrywineguy]

Great episode! You're doing great work Neal!

[@KidChummy]

I've met David Cross 3 times, between 15 and 25 years ago after shows. While he didn't seem fully at ease, he was totally polite and respectful with me. This included the first time when I was really high and wayyy too excitedly peppering him with questions, for a while, he didn't walk away--I complimented him one last time and excused myself when I sensed he was maybe thinking about it. I'm happy to get confirmation from this that I escaped first so he didn't have to.

[@TheKrighter]

The Audition is the greatest sketch in the history of sketch comedy.

[@deesnutz42069]

nah, pre-taped call-in show

[@BMG19FUNNYDIE]

'Let's go! Smelt it faster! It's gotta go to America!'

[@PaulLittle]

I feel like I just heard David mention how great the twist in Bioshock was 😂. Must've been his own podcast.

[@crakhaed]

The third one? Really enjoyed it at the time I played it around release 😂😅

[@djm9276]

Good show. Very real.

[@pauld7447]

"...I do play Russian roulette though."😂😂😂😂

[@ImperiusRex74]

I agree with David about rich kids adjusting to hard times. Anecdotally, I have several trust fund friends that crumble when shit goes down. They literally lose their minds when dealing with adversity.

[@timothysampson9496]

I disagree that they would adjust quickly.

[@eunoicgeniusloci]

1:03:05 There is a book by Benjamin Libet called “Mind Time: The Temporal Factor in Consciousness”. (Perspectives in Cognitive Neuroscience) where he describes the actual physiological/neurological reasons for why taking a walk or sleeping on something can advance a solution to a problem. I tried to find the specific page numbers, but it’s a dense read and I’m tired.

[@crakhaed]

Tight! Thanks for the recommendation. Really cool title. 😊

[@red-blondie]

I love blocks and Neal is so funny. A great Podcast. I always look forward to it❤❤❤

[@mitchel5767]

David’s open diologue is refreshing

[@garrisjones7476]

Grew up in GA and this is the first time I’ve ever heard Pink Dot explained. Blind Melon has a song with a line I always thought was “If I’m hungry at 4:30 in the morning, [think God] will deliver?” And it was not that long ago I saw the lyrics for the first time, and it actually says: “Pink Dot will deliver.” And I had no idea what that was, thought it was an ice cream place or something.

[@EricWBurton]

Reminder: It's time to watch Mr. Show again!

[@jonathaneaton]

I’ve been friends with Amber’s cousin for years and I can’t find a way to use our friendship to meet David. 😂

[@fromthebasin]

“Literally anything that might come your way that is an inconvenience…” fuck yeah!

[@nephrotoxick8]

Great conversation so far !

[@KrystalSkye13]

So many good games talked about in this episode!

[@ish474]

The increasingly poor descions of Todd Margaret is the best title of a show ever

[@LRed-ig1rt]

That has to be my favorite episode thus far! ❤️

[@TeoBranzell]

Watched the special yesterday, and damn 👏🏻 let me tell you, it was fantastic

[@P.dripps92]

My #1 💚

[@perryjohnson7529]

Just watched "Crazy Good". Loved it. Wanted it to be even longer.

[@vandyred8354]

Oh perfect this is why this is one of my favorite. Podcasts

[@PerryPerryYT]

3:34 please excuse us commoners for having only 87 people in our lives David. And yes, that's how we, the younger generation, communicate with the people we know.

[@ambylam]

me with 12 followers: wow, 87! that's a lot of people!

[@erao0f430j3mfadfs]

30 minutes in I half expected you guys to be doing the Lie Detector bit from Mr. Show haha.

[@erao0f430j3mfadfs]

OF COURSE YOU BROUGHT IT UP LATER ON! You sounded exactly like it at first

[@jkagkajsdftubes]

Same thing happened to me when i drove down LA hollywood boulevard for the first time, and it felt so familiar, i realized i drove there in gta v lol. The turns were the same as in the game

[@crakhaed]

Actually cool Edit: video game deja vu

[@MarioJaker]

His new special is REALLY good, maybe his best work yet.

[@lawtarello]

Neal's or David's?

[@MarioJaker]

@@lawtarellooh I meant David’s lol but Neal’s is great too!

[@JoshLange3D]

"You've been Crossed, my man"

[@MichaelLaFrance1]

Scammy Flammy Mammy! That's been stuck in my head for years, it was cool to see that is affected Neal the same way.

[@bobloblaw3191]

The new special was excellent! Thanks

[@DarrenMcPhee]

This was the most interesting podcast I’ve watched in a long time.

[@MarioJaker]

Oh man, hearing David Cross go to bat for video games as an art form was wonderful

[@KPI2020]

I still - to this day - freeze up in fear at the thought of coming face to face with a super mutant in any D.C. subway stations. All thanks to Fallout 3...

[@coryingman]

Two of the funniest and most intriguing people to ever do comedy in one place at the same time. Nice!

[@TheDroppedvw]

What a crossover podcast!

[@laurahouser2350]

I ❤ the line "everyone did their best, but not a lot of natural talent"

[@MooseheadStudios]

DOPE! some real gamer talk 55:40 good stuff also bio shock is amazing

[@Football__Junkie]

It’s nice to meet up with the other 12 Mr Show fans here in the comments.

[@DevilMayAsian]

57:54 thats what ive been telling people for years, but some people just don't understand that video games are just as much of a time waster as watching tv, movies, and reading a book. Its entertainment and if you walk away learning something from entertainment, its completely valid. Thank you, david cross!

[@chrisblashill7265]

YES

[@jaclynknight]

Loved the reference to the new special in the BetterHelp read!!!!

[@Jjgarcia365]

I love the fact David isn't a yes man.

[@mikeferguson4816]

2 of my all time favorites, just yuckin' it up here. 😁👍 "...the substance, not comedy..." 🤣🤣🤣

[@KING_PHILLIP]

Is it just my sound bar or is the audio weirdly clicky around the 51~56 minute mark?

[@Jenny_Oblivion]

I’m 47 and so glad to hear you guys talk about gaming 😁 Also, I’m a woman & many of us game 😉

[@shaunbunker4240]

Would have easily listened to a "rogan" length episode of you 2 ... fantastic ...

[@kazoshay]

I give this 5 scammy flammy whammy's out of 5

[@alanbainbridge_tville_ut]

I saw an episode of David Cross's podcast Sense Working Overtime and his add for Hello Fresh was so weird that I worried for Mr. Cross that Hello Fresh was going to send their goons to his house to rough him up. I imagined the Hello Fresh mogul sitting in his thrown listening to the ads he's paying for and screaming into the air "CROOOOSSSS!!!" The goons would use the ice packs to 'teach him a lesson' and then the detectives would be like 'Huh, there's just these bags of melted gelatin or whatever, no weapons. I'm 100% sure Mr Cross will read this. Someone please validate me

[@ambylam]

I started listening to that ep on spotify and I didn't even know it was his voice until I saw the youtube version! It was so different from his other ads, it made me start to wonder if different companies have specific guidelines about how much creative freedom is allowed for ad reads.

[@TheBronxVagrant]

Great talk!! David Cross is the fucking man, Worst Daddy in the world had me fucking cryin!

[@greatmoves123]

Someone ran a red light and hit my car as I was on Lacienega going towards Sunset on my way to the Comedy Store. The collision was so bad that a speaker flew out of the other guys car and hit a land rover and the land rovers airbags deployed. I was late to the store but still went to the show

[@johndoe09876]

48:44 someone was using the toaster oven 😆

[@StruggaBugga]

58:00 Thank You, David! I kinda would love to see David chat vidoe games with Rogan just to see Rogan misconception of the whole genre and not all games is Quake.

[@crakhaed]

Dream of the gamer. It would be great though ngl

[@jamesinteractive]

I love that the background lights dim every time there's audio glitches.

[@AcidWords1]

David is correct on poor people tend to adapt better. Formerly rich people will do what it takes to get by, but will always be depressed and feel like they deserve better. Most of the time. I'm sure there are some that could go with it, and adapt.

[@TolkienStudy]

“I have never spent one minute of my life with Neal Brennan” -Tim Heidecker

[@aksourdough4890]

Very funny special Neal. And Cross is a nice chaser.

[@michellesalazar3634]

I love to see you fanboying❤

Old head here, and been a fan of David Cross since the Mr. Show days. Great episode, and I have him ranked 246 of the top comedians currently working on the East Coast. Also, Neal- "Crazy Good" is awesome. Such a radical departure from "3 Mics" and "Blocks" but genius funny.

[@exit32podcast]

The breakfast club brought me here and you are funny dude man. Good luck on your special My guy.

[@ethanpeal985]

Love Neil Brennan been listening a long time. It is so incredibly frustrating to me that David Cross had to be the one to explain where the UPI was when shopping to Neal. How you going to get the most ice cream for your ice cream day bud? I know when you cheat you're not focused on quality. Yum yum ice cream bed boys for life

[@aa72on]

Anyone else hearing a zapping sound?

[@jjmini]

I disagree with Neal on the rich kids adjusting. Growing up around pretty wealthy kids whether it was family or work showed me that these people genuinely lack critical skills and they dont have the conditioning to adjust. Its almost saying really out of shape people can run a mile in under a set amount of time. They just dont have the conditioning or muscles for such a task. I'm not saying they couldnt eventually get there with work or dedication but I think it would take a considerable amount of time that isnt always available in sink or swim situations.

[@leekyoverhere]

Great and funny episode.

[@DockerVbox]

Didn’t know Dave & Busters has Russian Roulette. 😄

[@productdesign9626]

Explains why NoHo Hank loved it so much

[@movethebowlplease]

kinda need to see Denis Leary on this show.