Ricky Gervais & Russell Brand: God VS Atheism - Full Episode

[@everettmenard4834]

After hearing you belittle the s*** out of that crowd at the Golden globes when you were hosting, how can anybody not love you.the expressions on those faces were priceless, especially Tom Hanks. They looked scared. It was awesome Ricky. Thank you very much for that.

[@DT-nb6ke]

This comment needs more likes so Ricky can see it. 100% truth

[@krisponeal]

Hahaha I'm definitely gonna need to check this out. What year was this? I'd like to try watching the whole show instead of funniest moments type clips. If you've got a link, thatd be great!? Thanks!!

[@everettmenard4834]

@@krisponeal I don't remember but it's not hard to find. Just look up Tom Hank's reaction to gervais Golden globes award

[@melissas4874]

I watched it today and very few people looked "scared" at all. Tom Hanks? He looked more like he was agreeing with his comments, but biting his tongue. Gwynth Paltrow - laughing. The old farts from the "Godfather" movies? Laughing. He even made a comment that no women were nominated as best director and then claimed the committee decided to fix that problem by making sure women were no longer hired as directors. His speech was pretty progressive actually.

[@everettmenard4834]

@@melissas4874 good for you

[@iphone2009iphone]

When I first came across Russell Brand years and years ago I never thought that one day he'd be some kind of beacon of maturity and measured thought.

[@privateschmuckitelli4546]

Concur. In fact, in the past I rather disliked the fella due to my jealousy of how women seemed to respond to him, compared to how they responded to me. I mean, I do ok, but us gluts always want more. Now, he's one of the gents who may be reversing my downward spiral.

[@sophiarieber7558]

Get Him to the Greek.......?? I think was the name of the movie...first time I saw him...absolutely hilarious, and yes I agree......lol

[@markdemell3717]

Two Masonic puppets .

[@dh8496]

@@markdemell3717 🤣🤣🤣

[@markdemell3717]

@@dh8496 Hahahahahaha ,ugh.

[@fudzzz]

For someone who talks so much and so articulately, Russell is such a fantastic listener too. Brilliant interview. My two favorite British comedians.

[@carpediem.9]

so true :)

[@joescott5322]

@Antonio Bromelini so why are you here listening?

[@joescott5322]

You need to be a good listener to have something interesting to say.

[@ahab6969]

With the older R.Brand shows (like explains...) i always felt, then and now, like being to old for that s*t and with R.Gervais it is the complete opposite. Just my impression and with respect for both of them.

[@bernadettebockis4120]

@@joescott5322 Brilliant shit is not a pejorative, love. It's just another way. Great interview. Heartwarming, as usual with Richard Brand.

[@catjohnson007]

I love the reverence and respect Russell showed to Ricky.. He let him talk..and listened.. Brand checked his ego and - -and big show self at the door..I love who Russell Brand has become.. so brilliant.. so kind.. AND SMART!!! GREAT interview.

[@kellybennett8011]

I agree 💯 %.

[@neilmoore5387]

Why wouldn’t Brand show Gervais respect ?

[@maxibluft]

@@neilmoore5387 I don't think it's disrespect but he's a lot less reverential with most of his guests and often interrupts them with long monologues disguised as questions. The three people he's least done that with that I've seen are Gervais, David Lynch and Eckhart Tolle (there might be more but Luminary isn't available here so I will never know for sure) so it's clear he has special reverence to those three people, and to be fair he probably should. Though as interesting as some of his monologues are I do wish he'd let some of his other guests finish their thoughts, he can reserve his own thoughts for his solo videos.

[@neilmoore5387]

@@maxibluft Yes good point actually mate. I’ve seen him interview Richard Adoybe too and gave him respect as he’s knows he’s a very intelligent man. Brand is OK and I’ve seen some of his stuff on Rumble but it’s all about American politics etc. Do some on the state of this country. I know he has in the past but should spend more time doing it. He’s clever is Brand and very funny but becomes a bit self absorbed to say the least. One appearance I love he did was on MSNBC in America “ Morning Joe” and he had them eating out the palm of his hand and took over the show as it was so unprofessional. He’s always been a loon has Russell but it was nice to see Gervais get the respect he deserves yes. As I say too right though. Brand could never write anything as groundbreaking as The Office and Extras. Two genius shows.

[@firestriker3580]

False. Ricky sucks

[@fatalisticbunny]

This interview demonstrates why so many are turning away from mainstream TV. This is substantial stuff. Actually, it’s not an interview; it’s a discussion. Both of these guys are great talkers and great listeners. The way they can respect and acknowledge the similarities and differences in their positions and world views is a lesson to the yellers and the screamers and the bullies.

[@markadl6783]

DAMN THAT MASK!! 😁

[@JC-wj5os]

i believe this is why Rogan got so popular a few years ago. he's just hanging out having a conversation with interesting people

[@soupoftheweek2402]

This is mainstream, you pleb.

[@maxalwaysgoesbyboat7366]

OKA...honest and thorough communication, earnestly interested with ebb and flow...great shyte

[@QuotidianStupidity]

@@soupoftheweek2402 it's not TV though is it numpty - try understanding things before shooting them down.

[@daviddewitt4107]

Their respect in each other is apparent in the distinct lack of interuptions. Not just British, But gentlemenly.

[@onewaytosavetheday]

As a viewer, it's a relief to listen to (brillinat) people finish their thoughts. Thank God (pun intended) that there's mutual respect here.

[@carpediem.9]

true :)

[@lewishurley7690]

here here good chap

[@redred9882]

Agreed. I like Russel, but my issue with him is his hyper mode during interviews and dominating the interviewee. Not this time. As you say, much respect on each side.

[@davidmcintyre6444]

It’s not British, it’s what being a human being is about.

[@88jerryw88]

"I treat all religions equally, which is something that religions don't do." Ricky Grevais.

[@igotstoknow2]

Atheists, fake believers, and criminals actualize all atheistic thoughts to justify themselves.

[@dervishmadwhirler]

@@igotstoknow2 Hahahahahahahahah. LOL.

[@eoin2]

@@igotstoknow2 Well an agnostic like yourself would know.

[@luckerooni7628]

@@igotstoknow2 Sounds like pretty reasonable justification. Maybe you should try actualizing your religion, it would be a lot more convincing. If Gabriel or Michael could come down and do the will of the Lord or something like that, it would be a tipping point in the discussion, I'd think.

[@ElektrykFlaaj]

the whole of hinduism does do exactly that

[@ColectiveConsciousness1111]

It's a privilege to listen to conversations like this. Restoring humanity & kindness. Brilliant content Russell & Ricky, thanks for sharing🫂

[@gibble7863]

I love this purely for this reason: These are two people, with very different opinions, discussing the differences and the reasons behind them, without resorting to offending the other person. Too many people seem to be of the opinion that if you don't agree on something then you must be enemies and that simply is not true. The world needs to be more open to conversations like this where two opposing viewpoints are not trying to convince the other that they are right, they are simply explaining the reasons for their own belief and what it means to them. Jolly good show old chaps! ahar

[@jackdos14]

Well said mate

[@ML-do7sm]

Agreed.

[@carpediem9382]

So true! Great point.

[@13Lorir]

Totally agree. Human decency seems to be a rare thing now.

[@magiclover9346]

Yeah, I'm always in awe of people who can sit down and have a conversation without it turning into verbal jousting match. I think it's generally when someone's beliefs are tethered to their sense of self. If you challenge that sense of self or identity, it's hard wired into our brains to go on the offensive. This seems to especially the case when it comes to groupings. If I'm not in this group than what/who am I?

[@cmdub97]

"No one's making you stay here. You're not a hostage." I love the kid cameo.

[@ravouswintersong6205]

Saw the headbob from the corner of my eyes and really thought he was getting some 😅

[@Doronicus]

@@ravouswintersong6205 I know. Exactly my thoughts. Not sure what that says about us.

[@deniselavack5261]

@@Doronicus 👍😅

[@finchisneat]

@@ravouswintersong6205 it says "this joke's for you"

[@SpicyRikers]

@@ravouswintersong6205 same 🤣 my head is fucked

[@southendparaquest]

I've never changed my mind so much about someone, as I have about Russell Brand. Smashing fella, and such a great conversation, with another of my favourite people.

[@annemcniell6956]

Me too, I was expecting a lefty love in but got common sense. He’s really grown up.

[@KillkingTime]

Your lesson was not to be so judgemental..

[@southendparaquest]

@@KillkingTime this is an awakened Russell Brand. He's a very different chap, to the one I witnessed a few years ago. In fairness I've had my wakening too.

[@marykimberlyhayes]

Perhaps he burned his membership card to the Fabian Society?

[@MrJ6000]

Here here, good on you Russell 👍🏼

[@alslad9214]

So refreshing to watch two people discussing and accepting each other’s prospective on life and to be able to finish their conversation as equals. Each to their own as they say . Thank you Gentlemen absolutely brilliant.

[@leannawalczak5812]

This was so refreshing, hearing two brilliant people talk together in a respectful manner trying to actually understand one another.

[@fengxu7085]

Imagine if those two decide to take a piss at each other. But guess they know each other's lethality too well to unleash it so carelessly

[@leannawalczak5812]

Shuhao Xu lmao good point!

[@theolima8929]

its been great that russel has put so much effort in that...

[@marymclarnon759]

Yes indeed... like a “debate “... I feel the same Leanna, great episode...

[@chainatomy9667]

Under the Skin Podcast promotion - 0:00 Start of Discussion - 2:04 Russell starts the interview officially - 3:50 They talk about Ricky's awards - 5:30 Talking about where they are from, where they live - 6:30 Ricky's background forming his sense of humor and how he maintains it - 7:45 Does Ricky always approach things with honesty, where do the ideas come from? -12:10 Ricky's experience of alienation prior to and after success - 17:40 Are Ricky's characters an embodiment of something particularly private - 22:45 One of Russell's favorite lines from the office & today's level of narcissism - 26:45 Ricky's love of animals and his atheism - 28:10 Animal cruelty - 32:25 Discussion on Ricky's atheism and spiritualism - 33:47 Does the absence of religion contribute to worship of the self and narcissism? How does Ricky find meaning? - 42:55 The relationship of awareness between humans, animals and all matter, Ricky's is asked about psychedelics and altered states - 50:25 Quantum physics - 57:20 Will power, absolutes, morality, our notions of good and bad - 1:01:04 Secularism underwritten by economic ideologies? - 1:06:15 Closing discussion - 1:08:48 Great discussion from two fascinating human beings. Bitcoin is freedom. Learn how.

[@skarletkahn8840]

You are a gem 💎

[@AlwaysMythtaken]

This is great! Thank you!

[@alvindied]

Respect sir

[@chainatomy9667]

@@AlwaysMythtaken you're very welcome

[@chainatomy9667]

@@skarletkahn8840 a diamond in the rough ;)

[@Paul-pj5qu]

I love how Russell can talk to people about issues they disagree on, and be civilized and interesting.

[@Canthatcrazy]

Yeah, that's how we all communicated before Twitter.

[@SachinTube_]

The world needs more of that. It's gotten too divided

[@danoconnor9733]

Totally agree - he's a great foil. He gives great arguments for things that I don't necessarily agree with AND has a great perspective on things I DO agree with.

[@sgreg6325]

I know, I usually just say to nuts,,, ah fcuk off!.

[@kevinwilson455]

So just a normal conversation for the majority... cool.

[@laconja1]

OMG!! The look on Ricky’s face when Russel starts explains his feeling of being one with the World is priceless I love Russel but sometimes I get lost in all of his Spiritual talk. Love Ricky Gervais he really is down to earth.

[@asithaellepola6388]

Ricky hasn't started that journey yet. When you start down the spiritual path, it's impossible to see the world the same.

[@aaronreeder5753]

@@asithaellepola6388 truth.

[@beastshawnee]

@@asithaellepola6388lol…not true at allllll.

[@_pjd]

Ricky Gervais managing to still keep things real in the middle of all his fame is amazing. Great man.

[@karlsinkovits9161]

😂😂😂😂

[@tsiddig]

As long as he’s pretending to keep it real it’s kool

[@MoAli-nv9cf]

@@tsiddig One thing about Ricky is that he's brutally honest. On and off stage. Doesn't do pretending, appeasing etc . So who are you talking about then? Yourself?

[@tsiddig]

@@MoAli-nv9cf Clearly you have a comprehension problem

[@user-gl2eq2ly4g]

Afterlife ...... 👍👍👍👍👍👍

[@samf8887]

As a mom who works from home sometimes the fact that he is so chill with his kids being around him is really amazing to me. I think it lets us see how very real he is. There's no pretense or fakery. I love this guy ♥️

[@KeilaniCeleste]

You call that chill??? He was trying to hide his kid by putting a piece of paper in front of him/her and then shewed him/her away!!!

[@mariagabrielle6383]

@@KeilaniCeleste Yes. Narcissists are jealous of their children.

[@karleyoneill5083]

@baharhart covering the child with a piece of paper to protect her identity. Your comment is so negative. #bekind

[@samf8887]

@@KeilaniCeleste i don't like my kids on social media. Especially if i were in a famous position where people would screenshot my child and it could end up in the morning gossip column. I don't blame him for sheilding and protecting his baby at all. What an amazing dad!

[@da324]

@@mariagabrielle6383 Your children tell you that?

[@whitesands7900]

When I hug my dog I always feel privileged that another species gives me their trust. Like Ricky, I’m in awe of animals. And cruelty to animals also keeps me awake.

[@Luxx24]

Hearing this from Ricky made me wonder if he's vegetarian.

[@a.jlondon9947]

Cruelty to Animals & Children should warrant the Death Penalty.

[@michellelynch1696]

@@Luxx24 Russell is vegan and Ricky is vegetarian

[@funkyfranx]

@@michellelynch1696 Really? I’ve never heard Ricky confirm being either vegan or vegetarian, despite the number of fans who have asked on social media

[@LoraxChannel]

Personifying a dog's response is the same level of thinking as needing cruelty to be aware of kindness. It personally sickens me that atheists tend toward extreme empathy for animals while never mentioning and completly ignoring the Christian calling to care for poor, weak, less fortunate HUMANS. I swear athiest use animals as a virtue signal, and it just seems misanthropic to me. Also, every animal rights non profit leader I've ever know was a massive narcist? Just in it for the limelight, and didnt really give a rip about actually helping animals. Coincidence?

[@caricaturecontest7899]

Ive seen people die and bring them back as a nurse, and their stories have given me so much faith. Cant wait till Ricky, me and everyone see we're all connected and not judged and live beyond our human bodies. But not too soon, when it's time! Enjoy life, it's a gift 🎁

[@beastshawnee]

You choose faith. But in what? Probably what you were indoctrinated in as a child. I never got indoctrinated. They tried but my mom told me to be sure before I committed to a religion. I am still looking for evidence beyond any hallucinatory experience. I choose reality. Our brains are amazing globs of fat capable of seeing and feeling. But the minute the brain gets damaged-You aren’t even YOU any more!

[@mattcarter1602]

It’s still not proof of a higher being which is why I think Ricky, although probably very intrigued scientifically as to why such things happen, would still not be swayed in anyway towards believing in a ‘god’ but as you say, if such places like heaven and hell exist we will only ever know when we are there. As long as you live your life in a positive way and are nice to each other it doesn’t matter what you believe

[@caricaturecontest7899]

@@mattcarter1602 it's not proof, but man... they did Not want to come back here. They described it as paradise. One was telling his friend (that had died) while they walked on a beautiful beach that "that f***ing hospital is calling me back.. I don't want to but I gotta go.." glad you can still curse there 😂😂😂

[@caricaturecontest7899]

Some of them say we are all connected and everything we do ripples out forever to others, so like you said... make the ripples positive ones 😊

[@cynthiao.543]

Do you know any books, or you tubers ,, nurses who tell the stories about the dying. I need to see/hear them. I’m getting closer to death and want more than anything now to develop a comfortable perspective, not be afraid. Would love some referrals to books and people. Thanks.❤

[@flywithjazza162]

My favourite thing about this? You both let each other talk to the fullest extent. Something I find so rare in our modern day.

[@suzesinger6762]

That's called..mutual respect- harder n harder to come by these days. ;)

[@Pinkpalmpuff332]

With all things said, the ONE thing that produces no clear answers and accepts no biases is this: *There is nothing whatsoever observed from a human being where 'something came from nothingness'*. But if there is such an observable thing, I would surely like to be made aware of it

[@eradeziel]

Sounds like you've got used to watching a lot of stupid shit. In reality this is the basis of any civilised conversation.

[@kieronshepherd4445]

It’s not rare at all! it’s sad that you think that. You must not socialize with many different people much

[@thestu059]

It's so ironic that people still found a way to make this comment section toxic by ganging up on a person who is just admiring the respect that these two have for each other. Nothing but a bunch of Captain obviouses, bringing down someone for stating his admiration for two people being able to conversate with each other in a respectful manner. That there is sickening

[@susangage2954]

This interview with Ricky Gervais was, by far, one of the best interviews I've ever experienced in my 75 yrs. on earth! First of all, I love the person you've evolved into -- so gentle, intelligent, inquisitive, witty, compassionate, and spiritual -- and it is a profound pleasure to watch you interview any of your guests. As far as Ricky Gervais is concerned, I have fallen in love with him as a result of this interview. His humor, his intelligence, his humility, his love of animals, and his "atheism" are all the characteristics I love about him and I wish I could sit in his living room and discuss the world with him for hours on end. Thank you so much for this wonderful hour I got to spend with both of you!

[@wonderwend1]

What a wonderful comment

[@botticellirejectbotticelli2668]

I think they’d both love you too, Susan.

[@willgamm22]

Beautiful comment

[@halluhmee]

Russy to Ricky: "You're a genius." Ricky to Russy: "It's good to see you all grown up and wearing clothes, I'm proud of you."

[@thetribuspodcast92]

halluhmee That was hilarious 😅

[@talldarkandahandfull5781]

Me-huh?

[@demJem09]

i fucking lol'd, a very ricky gervais thing of him to say hahaha

[@UToobUsername01]

Athiests dont need God. Christians don't need fake sciences. Disprove the God is pointless by hiding behind "science" because God doesnt need nature to do anything since he created the nature. It would be like thinking a computer prgrammer needs his computer.program to prove he exists. The bible is clear not to idolise nature and think God is nature. God is not of this world. He created it just as a builder may have built a building but that doesnt mean him not being insode the creation is proof of no creator of the building. Dumb guys exist in both athiest and fundame talist groups. When someone says tbey are smart but its self-titled label, then be cautious. Usually you are smart because others gave the title of smart to you through things you achieved. Eg nikola tesla actually built demonstratiins for his science to the public to prove things to the lay man not write stuff on paper only. What did einstein do? jack shit. Athiests that dont do jack are not smart athiests. They are just reacting to dumb fundamentalists to feel smart. We live in a time of fake science where people literally think carbon dioxide is killing the planet and british people still think we need a queen rather than being independent like america who actually fought for values that are universally acceptable. We have a long way to go. So sure, go fight the fundamentalist extremist muslims but dont say christians are the same. When was the last time you saw christian rape gangs? I think rocky needs to travel the world. See what christians have done for africans and witness the healings. You wont find miracle in big coties because people there are not suffering. Actually get off your ass to see the suffering of poor people rather than whine that "God is cruel for not helping them", when you can work to help them yourself or act as God's agent. The reason people believe God exists is because you cant create.something from nothing. When you do let me know and i will become an athiest and start making food from thin air and growing plants with my mind. lol

[@talldarkandahandfull5781]

@@UToobUsername01 way too long lecture,I gave up after 8 lines,Shakespeare said brevity is the essence of wit.

[@jeanmceowen711]

The funniest thing was seeing you as a dad! You didn’t skip a beat ,you just multi tasked whilst keeping your kids attention and managed to keep recording. Brilliant. I laughed so much.

[@jonathanbrowne8849]

I felt privileged to hear these two gentlemen speak to each other. Both Brand and Gervais fascinate me with their intelligence and brilliance. Their dedication to their arts and understanding them completely speaks to elevating the very genre itself through their efforts alone.

[@naobolliger9188]

"You shouldn't judge people by their beliefs but you should judge them by their actual behavior"😎 exactly! A fantastic interview❤ Thank you😊

[@femmenutritionau]

Nao Bolliger That one stood out for me too Nao 👌🏼

[@302indian]

" By their fruits shall ye know them "

[@jakecostanza802]

I judge people either way and any other way I can get my hands on. What can I say, I just love to judge. I should be god.

[@janmetdekorteachternaam3673]

@@jakecostanza802 I agree, you should be.

[@jakecostanza802]

Jan MetdeKorteAchternaam I find that judgmental...

[@rhiannongurley1468]

"You shouldn't judge people by their beliefs, you should judge them by their actual behavior." right on!

[@kelslo74]

“as it is written, “There is none righteous, not even one; There is none who understands, There is none who seeks for God; All have turned aside, together they have become useless; There is none who does good, There is not even one.” “Their throat is an open grave, With their tongues they keep deceiving,” “The poison of asps is under their lips”; “Whose mouth is full of cursing and bitterness”; “Their feet are swift to shed blood, Destruction and misery are in their paths, And the path of peace they have not known.” “There is no fear of God before their eyes.”” ‭‭Romans‬ ‭3:10-18‬

[@stenvallkrista]

well idk. i will judge people if they have awful beliefs...

[@jesusisdead]

You can't judge anyone. You aren't God. Whats the standard? Society?

[@ryangallmeier6647]

@@stenvallkrista Yep, good call.

[@SoloRenegade]

@@nicholas4727 but that's exactly the point, judge a person on their actions, not their beliefs. If a person "believes" horrible things (from our perspective), but fails to actually act on them, do they really believe those things?

[@coolcat23]

What a great interview and conversation. Helps to restore faith in humanity. Much love and respect to Russel and Ricky.

[@Alfie198]

Brilliant. So much more intellectual and interesting than listening to the awful news or other rubbish on the TV. This in itself is an education. Thank you Ricky and Russell.

[@pnklady3788]

Isn't it great to listen to 2 intelligent humans, who don't agree on everythng, yet are great at conversing without insulting one another and learning from one another at the same time. Love both of them! Much respect.

[@vicentefernandez9084]

People, here we have a perfect example of a practice in danger of extinction: amicable disagreement.

[@rcopterboy]

Brilliant comment. Listen, argue, disagree or not, go for a beer together afterwards

[@DisenfranchisedLiberal]

If I could like this comment a thousand times, I would.

[@jessica-ps7hv]

"No one's making you stay here, you're not a hostage." 🤣🤣🤣

[@christinerush2351]

Loved that too!!

[@-M0LE]

jessica his kid is going to a comedic deity

[@jeanpierrepowal3632]

this was a joy to listen to, thanks

[@kurasvass]

I am going to translate that into swedish and use it on my own children.

[@MARSBELLA1]

Yeah the police are - if you are caught trying to end it all they arrest you, mental health is useless. Weird now I hear its his kid.

[@missviolet7714]

This... simply this... it’s what is missing in society. There is no room for differing opinions or dialogue without either aggression or demeaning behaviour. Thank you for this.

[@danielnewman3428]

it's a shame, most people are so sure that they're right and feel the need to prove people wrong as opposed to trying to understand something from a non-bias perspective, for me, you can learn far more when you investigate a view outside of your own than maintaining a tunnel vision like approach.

[@adelenowak5348]

Great discussion between rational, compassionate human beings. Didn’t think I could love Ricky any more than I did. He had me at loving animals and leaving the world a better place.

[@seanleith5312]

They are both British, one I can understand, one I can't, I mean the English they are speaking.

[@vincentpelletier1246]

@@seanleith5312 Long haired one keeps using fancy words which do not make many sense in the conversation's ambiance. I felt he was constantly trying to assert something.

[@biblethumper7370]

Someone needs to make it a better place

[@DisenfranchisedLiberal]

The Brits have something on Americans -- The ability to engage in civil discourse with one another while remaining amicable, respectful, and friendly (at least among these two). Loved this dialogue. Kudos to Russell and Ricky.

[@cesta5714]

Oh brother.

[@AutomotiveAddiction]

Actually probably as rare in the UK as it is in america, Its all about listening to the good'uns. :)

[@wustachemax]

*Northwest London and Greater Manchester have entered the chat*

[@dannyboy_dannyboy8274]

Yeah the septic tanks are pretty woeful at that. Brash & bloody loud imo.

[@appletreeappletree3605]

Not true worldwide Society in general is Me Me Me

[@careydoriswidman872]

I think Ricky Gervais is great. He’s so honest real and compassionate.

[@paulrichards6894]

you need a dictionary listening to brand...ricky just down to earth

[@MrMakingwavesmedia]

Something you cant be if you suffer from belief.

[@hasan_z]

@@MrMakingwavesmedia "honesty + compassionate" and "believer" are not an either/or. You can be both, you can be neither, or just one of them.

[@jeffforsythe9514]

Finding God is not the responsibility of someone else proving His existence, it is up to every individual to find God and it requires sincerity and diligence, good luck.

[@robbieallan6522]

I know exactly what Ricky is saying about animals when you have a cat that lives with you (cats don't have owners just staff) and it chooses to hop up onto your lap it's still a privilege that animal trusts and loves you also animals love us unconditionally. I looked after my friends cats for a month recently and I loved every minute of time with them and the one that was timid and scared of being in a different house became the one who had a routine of climbing up after his dinner and hop on my lap laying upside down stretched out and I'd scratch his tummy for an hour and it's such a great thing when an animal trusts you like that. Love all animals ❤

[@billkashmiri5707]

Thank you for putting this out for free and allowing us to listen to some really interesting conversation.

[@yannik246]

It's amazing how much more intellectually stimulating content like this is compared to mainstream media.

[@musicalfringe]

ratio = infinity

[@psychobear1290]

Indeed

[@questionitall3053]

TV is just a properganda box, telling us all their biased views and how we should all think (or not think actually). If god made everything, then who the fuck made god?

[@99shoebox]

yes, and EVERYONE loves it and can’t get enough of it. to look at the television and film/series content these days you’d think stimulating and thought provoking content was dead and no one was event capable of being interested in it. It is very depressing and a lonely place when you think you must be the only one who yearns for intellectual discourse. I think I should ask for my money back off the BBC and other channels. They really should wake up and take notice. We don’t all want films with superheroes in them with the interminable guns, car chases and explosions etc! Enough already. We’re sort of made to feel grateful that there’s a sentence in the film with a couple of words with five syllables in them! Woohoo!

[@aldersmoke1]

This is on KZbin. It is mainstream media.

[@dorothykelly8924]

Love when Ricky said about his mum all she wanted was Ricky and his brother to stay alive - stay safe . She said exactly how I feel about my two sons. Live safe and I have got to die before you.

[@dirkdiggler4920]

Two clever guys, particularly crossing friendly swords over the meaning of life. How gripping and absorbing. Respect.

[@death4904]

As a british guy of 30 odd. This is two living legends having a decent and respectful conversation. I love it thanks. Got me through today.

[@garyodriscoll7988]

Luke De Ath I didn’t know “British” people referred to themselves as British.

[@Ottee2]

Yes, it's brilliant. And, by the way, After Life is brilliant, too.

[@death4904]

@@garyodriscoll7988 I dont usually, I dont know why I did on here. Does it matter?

[@death4904]

@@Ottee2 I loved the 1st season, got to check out the 2nd.

[@Ottee2]

@@death4904 , I just finished bingeing 1 and 2 a couple of days ago. Totally off my radar until I saw Ricky and Russell chatting together.

[@KaliIntusMortuis]

Russell displays such patience and active listening. Always allowing the subject to come to their natural conclusion. You can really tell he is learning from and relating to each person he meets to. May be part of his transformation into a man of wisdom and integrity with a sharp wit and fierce intellect. I want what he's having.

[@ajwehrig7068]

You hit the nail on the head with "ACTIVE LISTENING". Most people who have a channel like this, or even talk radio, they are so used to being able to talk without interruptions from other people, this not having to "listen". Listening and actually comprehending someone else's perspective is an art. So few people are able to listen without their own thoughts interrupting, that they really don't listen. They are too busy forming their own thoughts instead of listening. Russell Brand is quite clearly an expert at not only speaking intelligently, but absolutely an expert at LISTENING. That's how people are able to have a conversation like this, and not end up in a huge argument. They are both communicating with respect for one another, but they are listening, and you can see it in Russell's eyes and on his face that he is intently listening. I respect that... Highly respect that! It takes a lot to earn my respect, but that right there... How can you not respect someone who is so interested in what someone else has to say, that they listen with intent to do just that... Listen.

[@ariss3304]

@@ajwehrig7068 peep him taking notes the whole time. Plus a lot of his questions were following up on things ricky expressed. This was a good old fashioned conversation

[@itsmyaccount1153]

If only EVERY interviewer did the same!

[@tooshlong]

Brand has grown as a human being over last decade. I don't agree with a fair bit of his worldview but there's no doubt that he's really taken a step back and learned what empathy actually means and that people holding different views to him just isn't the end of the world. I respect that.

[@amandafitzgerald4402]

The vulnerability shown in Russell's face when he mentioned he had to smear his face with soil as something he needed to do, and Ricky's response with an expression of compassion simply saying "whatever gets you through" -

[@cynicalidealist11]

I loved that too

[@Feathersclover]

Loved it

[@Beach_Guy]

I could really relate with Ricky about what a privilege it is for our pets to sit in our laps. My dog passed away almost a year ago & I still miss her every day. I have nothing for people who are cruel to animals, children & the elderly

[@Cheepchipsable]

And here is me thinking it was programmed behaviour. I expect the heater feels special when the cat sits near it.

[@jarrodlsandoval9520]

I love Russel's choice of words and how he conducts himself.

[@alynneflanery9918]

i know!! i want to learn how to do that.....

[@0h0h0h0]

I like how Ricky Gervais trusts and appreciates the intelligence of his audience, using irony and saying the "wrong thing" while trusting that his audience will get that he's still punching up rather than down. :)

[@dlon8899]

Comment. You. Thanks

[@alexgoogle1884]

Shut Up.

[@thejgod4982]

@@alexgoogle1884 bellend

[@danh4724]

xxx Comedy isn’t about “punching up” or down, it’s about making people laugh.

[@robertsnodgrass2182]

Dan H and they do make me laugh. Thanks guys

[@RH-bk7sh]

Loving Russell Brand more and more every time I hear him talk.

[@annemcniell6956]

@dylan murphy me too , I was expecting to have a laugh at lefty snowflakes and got common sense instead 😊👍👍

[@jeffherrman6492]

Two of my favorite people. ❤️ Cheers!

[@jodyjingles7968]

'After Life' Binge watched the whole of series 1 & 2 today, and cried through every episode. It's very good.

[@ivanamicimici]

Jeez I still didn't get to season two. Last year as I was watching season one I was dealing with my own cancer diagnosis it was ripping me apart. So now I'm a bit scared to go there.. it was really hard to watch all that grief in such a real way on the screen...

[@jodyjingles7968]

@@ivanamicimici so sorry you've had to endure the cancer journey too... 😔. It's wrought with so many overwhelming emotions. I totally agree with you, this was such a realistic drama and I think it will have an impact on anyone who watches this whatever they've experienced in their own lives.

[@createone100]

Iva Sativa 💕

[@richardvitty1745]

I bet you had some belly laughs too?

[@anitalassiter4266]

It is absolutely great!!!

[@rach3337]

I love Ricky so much. How brave and awesome of him to bring up the injustices and cruelties to animals, a voice for the voiceless. Hilarious, wise and kind. That goes for both of them!

[@shayZero]

Ill always love Ricky for the love letter to carers that is Derek. He clapped before it was cool

[@imnotgayyy8489]

Yes. And most of his family are carers

[@Emmabits]

Derek has a special place in my heart x

[@mamadetresmocosos1330]

I love Derek ♥️

[@SkateSka]

My mom's a carer and we both like the show. He's, you can tell very easily, just the kindest soul.

[@oliviamaelovick]

I adore derek 🥺

[@RussianDoll02]

I'm sorry for both of your loss. My Angel passed away aged 15 this week. The grief is deep. Great discussion to watch between the two of you.

[@nana820able]

I'm sorry. As a mother I can't imagine your pain. My sister passed last week and I'm grieving too but she was 83 and had a long life. Prayers for you Lady Divine 🙏

[@kentuckyblugrass]

"Afterlife" is the ONLY show that I've ever seen that has me both laughing and crying in nearly every episode. Absolutely brilliant. 🙏🏻

[@ALLDAY-tt9qw]

Watch Derek also starring Ricky Gervais

[@kentuckyblugrass]

@@ALLDAY-tt9qw 😂 I binge watched both Afterlife & Derek in the span of a weekend. I know, I don't have a life. 😊

[@ALLDAY-tt9qw]

@@kentuckyblugrass what about the Ricky Gervais show? I've got it on disc so I can listen while driving.

[@kentuckyblugrass]

@@ALLDAY-tt9qw I don't believe so. I'll check it out this evening.

[@ALLDAY-tt9qw]

@@kentuckyblugrass you are in for a treat. If you don't know who Karl pilkington is your going to be going down a loooong rabbit hole. Enjoy man.

[@judyjinkins8507]

I'm absolutely in awe of these two men. I feel as if I've been at university for a little over an hour; with two of the best professors! Learning is the way to overcoming hate and so many other ill's of this planet. Thank you Russell & Ricky

[@derekshaw3550]

This should be interesting....I mean I get excited when people can talk about subjects like this without getting offended... gives me a little hope

[@robinbuglio1718]

Derek Shaw. Me too. I'm an eclectic Pagan. I like both of these guys, intelligence is necessary for this type of discussion. Enjoy! 💞

[@robinbuglio1718]

@@ireneconstant913 thanks but I'll be watching this interview with my own thoughts at the forefront. I think you might be insane. Not sure. Thank you anyway. Bye bye. "whistles and shakes my head in a " WOW " kinda way. The Bible Isa wonderful collection of" stories" for the mere reason of calming the masses and also most importantly... To herd the followers too weak to be leaders in the world over their own lives. It's mere morality that's preached hun. Nothing more...nothing less. May your God help you get through this ranting and possibly something bad that may make you snap. You're very close to the edge. Unless, this is how you've managed your life all along. Then it's mental illness

[@Livy_lives]

Robin Buglio 😂 thank you for making me laugh today in these dark times

[@dulcielawrence2910]

Sexy

[@robinbuglio1718]

@@Livy_lives my response to that chick or my comment you found amusing?

[@vampyress86]

I understand so deeply what Ricky talks about with feeling profound spirituality from experiencing nature without having religion, and the true pleasure of being entrusted to act with care for our animal friends. I often stare in awe at beautiful sky, clouds, the moon, the smell of the woods, the beauty of snow covered mountains. I have had cats and dogs, but the times I feel touched to my core is when my rat falls asleep on my chest or when her sisters stare at me and their excitement when I open the cage for them to come out. It's the same feeling when my hamster sits on his wooden house staring at me and climbs into my hand to have a stroke and some tasty treats, it is such an incredible honor to gain the trust of animals who are evolved to fear everything due to being so low on the food chain.

[@etienneprinsloo6002]

Yes. I concur. It is fun to convince ourselves and some small mammals we entrap and feed that we are not intellectual apex predators ruining the entire system for everyone including ourselves. It causes the warm fuzzy feels JK. I love animals too. Just wish human animals were much smarter or much fucking dumber. But alas, we seem to be stuck in this destructive limbo

[@dlracer2]

Animals don’t know how to deceive. They are better than we think we are for it.

[@jillmarie9067]

​@dlracer2 They absolutely do KNO how-most just CHOOSE 2 share w/us only their genuine love, dedication, & appreciation...which is even better, i believe, then them simply not knowing how.. & so that i am actually ADDING 2 the conversation as opposed 2 idiots on here that comment 'wrong!' Or 'Nope'-just 2 be a stank turd-here is my info-4y i must disagree: when i used 2 take my retrievador, MarleyMae(nicknamed BB, oddly enough w/o context, i guess)(Who i will continue 2 grieve until i am blessed 2 b w/her again.:( ) & her lil brother, Lil Wailer-2 play fetch & let them run & chew on sticks & such- as soon as i would put them out, theyd hit the ground running, looking for their chosen stick for that day. Lil Wailer was the standard epitome of a lil bro 2 BB-he wanted 2 b near her always, wanted what she had always, & once her joints got bad, he ran slower & literally let her win each of their races..etc...but my BB was so much smarter than him(sry Lil Wailer-i luv him so tho!)& each day i watched her get more & more frustrated over him taking her perfectly chosen stick from her. The day she decided how 2 fix this was not my 1st clue of how brilliant she was, but i did get a kick out of it. After a while, she managed 2 tweak their routine so they both got their way. She started running out 2 choose her stick, but once chosen, she'd pause a lil, look around, & grab a stick nearby instead. Which of course, my Lil Wailer would goofily frolic over & take from her. The 1st time i saw she was a bit 2 happy this time-2 have her stick taken, then i saw what she did there. She ran bak over & grabbed the stick she was just by moments b4. & She did that each day from there on out...They def KNO HOW 2 deceive.. i mean some animals change color or are built w/other wonders merely 2 blend in so they can attack or hide from prey or predators...deception. but like i said-isnt it better that they kno how & choose not 2 wen it comes 2 loving us?? :)

[@HannahSabrae]

@@jillmarie9067 I feel the same way as Ricky. I have a feeling that there is this energy of good and evil and we just say God is good and evil is Satan. I've always loved nature, animals, scenery, just seeing life. Animals always come up to me and try to communicate with me. As of this moment, I feel that God is real, but God is not a person. God is just all around pure loving energy. I also feel that we shouldn't need directions on how to be a good person. I don't go to church or read the bible, but I know what's right and what's wrong. We should know that already. I just love hearing their opinions and beliefs because I believe both and there's something we can all learn!

[@katmarino4120]

God displays His love thru His creation...and His Love for us thru His Son....for God so loved the world that He gave His only Son ..that whoever would turn to Him believe in Him. Would not perish but have everlasting life.🤗

[@kentneumann5209]

When Ricky laughs, its kind of contagious. Its genuine, not contrived. Its child like. Reminds me of my friends from childhood and teenage years. It makes me smile. That's something precious to me these days. Taken for granted as something that would always be around me. People grow and its not often in the same direction. Its hard to find people like that in the paths life chooses for us. Or for them.

[@BalancedOne1]

To me, it's a laugh full of sadness. Thanks to Russell, I could finally understand a lot of Ricky's bad jokes, when it came to God and religion. He is a great guy, saddened to his core by the fact that he gave up on his belief, at some point along the way. He gave up on his creator, to hang on to his pride. A bad trade off. A false pride, derived from a need to feel in control. It's OK not to feel like you know everything Ricky. It's OK to be funny too, as long as you know the limits and don't push things too far. For you then run the risk that the joke may turn around and bite you. And I have a feeling you will not like the consequences. Good luck Ricky, I pray you will one day find your way back Home. Blessings.

[@loomspace]

@@BalancedOne1 Do you not see the condescension and smugness in your comment? Why is it so hard to accept others' beliefs the way you expect others to accept yours? So off putting and revealing.

[@peterbrown7810]

This Russell Brand is almost unrecognisable from the guy who appeared on our screens 10 years ago or so. He seems much more at peace with himself, more thoughtful and less eager to impress

[@FahimAhmed-xj9lq]

His speech at the 2020 Golden Globes was nothing short of legendary. Exposed the shit out of every asshole in the room.

[@gwinnellheald8592]

@@FahimAhmed-xj9lq they were taking about Russell not Ricky 😅

[@lividea]

Although I will say I loved his role in forgetting Sarah Marshall 😆 But Yes.. I agree :) he has really gotten to a better place in his life which is wonderful. He is so inspiring

[@gavhadamz81]

I remember Russel being on mtv off his face interviewing ravers such a change I love him

[@SixteenJacobsCreams]

@John Wilson satan loves you

[@Swansong321]

I've always found Ricky so funny..but I loved what he said about animals in general.and his cat in particular...I'm exactly the same..and sometimes feel like a weirdo because I get so emotional about animals..😔..even hearing him talk about it..he deserves every bit of his success in life..what a lovely man!❤🐱

[@Sashas-mom]

I love how these two talented men can be friendly without the need to agree on EVERYTHING! ❤️

[@eddeh0772]

It’s so beautifully British how these two can clearly love and respect each other, without it ever being clear if they actually like each other

[@DarkMuj]

This is very well put

[@daieast6305]

follow the money and path to power

[@rogerc23]

Being British requires that they inwardly despise each other, and themselves.

[@TheMarkyMarx]

@@rogerc23 generalise much?

[@R.Lennartz]

@@TheMarkyMarx Can't spot a joke much?

[@scarlettfagan1385]

I Really enjoyed this. Mature respectful conversation I would like to see others emulate. Not driven by an agenda thus honesty …authentic. I’m a believer. I absolutely loved how kind, honest, uncompromising you both were. Mutual respect.

[@tishtashyates2632]

It does make a really nice change. 👍

[@charlidog2]

Give the best reason, the best evidence why you believe in a god.

[@MGForums]

@@charlidog2 if you needed evidence to believe in a god there would be no believers.

[@charlidog2]

@@MGForums That's my point. All these death cults are dangerous. 2/3rds of the world think a global apocalypse is inevitable. Why worry about global warming, jebus is coming soon? In fact, the worse it gets, the better because that's when their gods come back to save them. Every politician needs to be asked, if the interests of your god conflict with the interests of the country, which interest do you prioritize. Theists should be in charge of nothing.

[@jodiegordon5559]

@@charlidog2 I think it brings people comfort, hope, helps to heal the sick (now stay with me for a min lol) now whether all these things can be explained by science and they can! Believing in a god is like alternative therapy and if by praying or talking out loud to your god makes you feel better or cures some problem u have (whether it be mind over matter or some part of our brain we've tapped into) then why not?! All that matters is does ur method work for u? However, as with anything, it's extremism that spoils it or bullying n religion. And tbf none of us truly know do we and it also depends on what ur interpretation of a God is?! Science has already proven that our energy remains after we die, that at least gives some people comfort. So no, I can't prove there is a god, no one can but I think that's pretty good evidence to choose to believe in one if u want? :)

[@mandibailey9104]

After Life is one of my favorite series. Showing there's no right way to grieve yet it addresses the "stages" of grief. I had to watch with tissues. After Life is beyond brilliant. I felt it so deeply. I've experienced the loss of my child, too many relatives to count, half of my graduating class are dead. I'm 38. When my mother died, I felt relief. I had a cousin intentionally die so he didn't have to spend the remainder of his life in prison. When I began watching After Life, my aunt had begun chemo. We were very close. She died while I was watching the last season. I was diagnosed with uterine cancer in the second season. I'm fine and cancer free. After Life helped me. It doesn't matter that it's a series. It touched me so deeply. My aunt and uncle married at 17. When she passed, he was lost. Their life was wild and beautiful. Underneath all their quirks, everything was based on love.

[@ElvenWisdom]

“We are not as important as bees” He is talking about total spiritual/energetic equality as all things work together to make this world’s ecosystem and sustain life. Very wise words, Ricky 🙏🏼

[@owenteamtraceur]

No, what he’s saying is Bees are essential for our eco system... we are not, it’s not a matter of working together. The planet would thrive better without humans on the rock.

[@mammadingo9165]

Also if bee's went extinct so would most plant life then animals then us

[@vas1898]

35:58 is where the spiritual discussion begins

[@majinraptor]

Thank you, kind sir!

[@JuicyLeek]

I was looking through the comments for the point where the pleasantries ended and the serious discussion began. Thank you!

[@werme187]

The real hero is in the comments

[@MrRockolate]

You're the real MVP

[@joelandersson9295]

Our lord and saviour, thank you

[@JedsGoPro]

Years ago when I used to see Russell on TV or hear of him, I never really knew what to think of him as he never seemed to be just ‘Russell Brand’, I always felt as if he was a different person each time I saw him. I was recommended to start watching Russell’s podcasts and I can safely say he’s possibly the most fascinating human on the planet, he’s really grounded and found himself over the years and it’s genuinely incredible to see, such an authentic person and actually shows his intellectual ability unlike half of the celebrities you find that are up and coming nowadays. Incredible stuff

[@swine13]

Throughout history a majority of celebrities have been known as air-heads. That's not a new trend, dont worry.

[@CharlosMinecraft]

The fact that they didn't edit out his daughter in the background at the beginning makes this so much more awesome. You can tell a lot about someone by how they treat their kids and that was adorable.

[@EddieMusic2Mix]

seriously there isn't much about British media to really admire but these two are a level of humour and intelligence above the norm

[@gaysy1st]

Love your comment, I totally agree & love hearing them talk.

[@Nina-md3tm]

Great comment. Totally agree.

[@annevetter6864]

And Michael McIntyre

[@simplyhuman3982]

@@leonlaird_ we should. Absolutely. (When we get better material.)

[@joehaselwood8101]

@@annevetter6864 lol good one

[@Jessicadeborahloves]

Trauma. Childhood trauma is the reason we are so disconnected from compassion. When I was a little girl, maybe 3 or 4, I remember pinching the dogs nose and hurting him because I felt miserable, ignored, withdrawn from the world, disconnected from my parents. When I think back to that little girl, I pray for all of the little girls and boys that feel as bad as she did that she had to do something like that to make her feel better. Do anything to heal your own trauma and bond with your children, and give them space to be themselves. It took me up until about 30 to get to a place where I was anywhere near comfortable with myself. Now I've never felt so connected to myself, nature, animals and had to forgive that little girl that had no idea how to feel love and warmth towards herself. 🙏🏻💕

[@tarp11z]

You're honesty is commendable. I'm happy that you recieved the help and freedom you needed. You're actually quite young to have gotten so far with recovery. It often takes people into their 40s or 50s.

[@elysium212521]

It's the first time I'm seeing Ricky Gervais not being funny all the time. This shows that when he talks about profound important themes, he's serious and truthful about it. For me that means intelligence and sensitivity ❤️

[@CarbideShrapnel]

We can gather that about him from his art and this definitely affirms that. One love hope you're having a good day.

[@idsavo]

Like when he said to faties to buy two seats for his show if they feel uncomfortable by his jokes. Very sensitive man.

[@elysium212521]

@@idsavo So sensitive men don't joke and for sure sensitive men don't "offend" others. 🤦‍♀️

[@idsavo]

@@elysium212521 He doesn't care if people get offended. He has stated that it's their problem. I guess he is another ordinary human who doesn't take responsibility about his actions.

[@MoAli-nv9cf]

I know from his talk show interviews that he is both witty and intelligent

[@jokendrick2124]

I never imagined I would be hearing Russell Brand talk with such introspection and intelligence and critical thinking years ago. Ricky and he are very intelligent men.

[@tarapiglet]

Thanks for letting Ricky talk so much! And yah, "No one's making you stay here, you're not a hostage." lol, so cute

[@dreezthehunter7006]

Can't wait to hopefully see how his kids are some day, eh?

[@dreezthehunter7006]

[@t.lee.p9182]

I know right!! 😅😅

[@rickygervais6839]

Thank you TARA I really appreciate you, let be friends, kindly send me a direct message to my email at rickygerva01.connect @gmail.com

[@demetriusmccray1574]

This is so British my blood turned into tea when I was watching this.

[@BASEDinMaine]

Earl Grey or English Breakfast? ;)

[@marcludas2909]

this is so british i even thought i left the EU for about an hour :D

[@chegeordie]

Perhaps being American means the blinkers are on as the default. Take the blinkers off.

[@wodens-hitman1552]

Come into a black country steel foundry and you'll find real English men who couldn't give a fuck about the left wing

[@Charlalaland]

I'm calling my fries feckin' chips now. Bloody hell.

[@annalouise53]

I find this interaction very interesting because I think it is fair to say both of them share the same level of intellect, however - Russell has experienced inner trauma and self destructive thoughts, thus, behavioural patterns and as Ricky states he has never gone through any of that. As someone who has suffered chronic anxiety from as early as I can remember I understand Russell. I get the way he see's the world and has been forced to awaken in order to survive and love himself. I have friends in my life who's natures are similar to Ricky's and I used to feel envious of them because they seem to always "enjoy life" and it constantly made me feel like less. But I know now it isn't less. It is a difference of brain chemistry. I hope this encourages everybody who inevitably possesses a simultaneous multitude of commonalities and differences between one another to be as open and listen/respect each other as these two do - a perfect example of human connection. Brilliant Edit: fyi my personal awakening isn’t on the same plane field as Russell’s. I went through a personal facing my demons kind of shit that transformed me. Weirdly now, I’d say my nature is more similar to Ricky’s as i have accepted and processed a lot of things. It’s never too late to become who you were always supposed to be. Let go of the pain brothers n sisters and you will be in for a surprise in regards to who you’ll become most definitely. Life is crazy folks!

[@dreamitable]

Brilliant yes. Been forced to awaken in order to survive and love himself. So great his friends forced him into a rehab, my son needs that too, so I pray.

[@mamadetresmocosos1330]

@@dreamitable ♥️🙏

[@annalouise53]

Louise Kostecke ❤️❤️❤️I hope your son gets the help he needs. He’s very lucky to have you x

[@jamesbrady8535]

Yikes ! You really project a lot of bullshit,don't you ?

[@annalouise53]

james brady aw mate can’t you find anything better to do than be aggressive on the web😂😂😂 one love dude we’re all allowed opinions X

[@scarlettspear7447]

I keep coming back to this! So brilliant. Two heroes of our time.

[@shirohebisama8014]

It is a true pleasure and delight to listen to two intelligent and eloquent beings having a decent, genuine conversation even when seeing some things differently. "I want to know how your mind works" vs "My truth is the only one that matters". Love it, thank you Russell and Ricky! Also, that bit in the beginning "Get down then, you're not a hostage" to his daughter was so cute 😄😍

[@jamesh1758]

I really respect Ricky and Russel from seeing how they behave and treat others/each other when discussing viewpoints that they may agree or disagree with. It just shows that there really are still talented and well adjusted or sane individuals who deserve every ounce of wealth and fame they’ve worked for. It’s so sad to see that people like these are becoming more rare or possibly drowned out by the attention hungry lunatics who shout the loudest and get there 5 minutes of fame through a lucky roll of dice on the social media algorithms. It does make me happy to know that we do have real role models to look up to and respect and even emulate ourselves

[@elletuppen4844]

Gervais is rare in that he proves one can continue to evolve with maturity. His thirst for truth and clarity is inspirational and uplifting. It’s always so worth listening to him. His reflections on existence, death and atheism are remarkable. Thanks for a terrific interview. Long may he think, write and direct. A gem satirist and genius who gets IT ♥️🌈🇿🇦

[@GaryM67-71]

Elle Tuppen Except he's wrong, and his atheist schtick is as pathetic as that which comes from all atheists. Creation, they don't know. Our spirits, they don't know. Good and evil, they don't know. Sad.

[@GaryM67-71]

@micha polak The stone of truth is never nasty.

[@GaryM67-71]

@micha polak I refer you to my original comment highlighting just a few things atheists like to ignore. You ignored them too, and went straight for the ad hominem. Boring atheist.

[@spectre8701]

@@GaryM67-71 i think its people like you who are ignorant. Ricky has made many very valid points about atheism throughout his career, and people like you who say you know how the earth was created are just as wrong, the bible neglects much of history that has factually taken place such as dinosaurs and cavemen etc, which many christians believe is false because it doesnt follow the story of the bible. Which is factually and scientifically incorrect. Good and evil isnt something that "god" makes you, your actions are made by your choices and your choices alone, no higher being has anything to do with that. You and I are both as capable of murdering someone for example whether or not "god" makes us do that. Its just a simple choice. You are very clearly neglectful of others points of view to just state atheism as sad, we atheists just believe in one less god than you do, you dont believe in for example the hindu gods, allah, etc but believe in one god, we believe in one less than you. The fact that there are so many gods and religions and different takes and complete opposites in the story of creation and the past told by different religions show you dont KNOW anything about creation or our "spirits" either. You cant physically prove that the earth was created in 7 days, or that we have a spirit, which means you dont actually know that its there which by your standards make you sad too.

[@MadcapShambleton]

@@GaryM67-71 What's sad, unenlightened, and judgmental is your comment. How about not being so pious in your stone-casting?

[@penscruffy60]

Such a good conversation. For me, God, Source, etc., is intelligent energy. We, people, create with that energy. Make of it what you will. When I was 11 yo (1960), sitting in Mr. Hibbs 6th grade class, contemplating my grief over my young brothers death, I had my first significant “spiritual” experience. I heard a clear communication. “Do you think that what holds you together, what makes you move, what makes you think, could ever die?” At same time, my visual experience was of my body separating, literally morphing into energy, while simultaneously, an engulfing sense of peace surrounded me. No one was talking about how everything is energy, in those days. 🙏

[@Kellyjellycones78]

Omg that really made me laugh when you are saying to your little one " your not a hostage " that was golden!

[@ItsameAlex]

time stamp?

[@Kellyjellycones78]

@@ItsameAlex 40 seconds in. You will possibly be underwhelmed now ive pointed it out. I just found it amusing how kids are just so uninhibited .

[@jamesstewart7736]

@@Kellyjellycones78 I totally agree with you and I like the way he was chilled but firm with the kid. Pure gold! 😊

[@lucindarandolph369]

All of you that are Parents or that just care about children, please watch this. kzbin.info/www/bejne/aoWcmmyfg5l7eas It's ONLY 3 mins long. I'd love your thoughts. ThanQ xxx

[@LewisSkeeter]

I've never enjoyed a conversation more. Two comedians, for Christ's sake, discussing the basics of existence, and making more sense than anyone I've ever listened to.

[@barbaraduval6061]

Totally agree.

[@nwptk6718]

American?

[@jcj1942]

@@Arctic_Adjuster ROMANS 1:22

[@PaulOReilly712]

Listen to Jesus Matthew Mark Luke and John Makes alot of sense to . I know you are being authentic just your "sense" obsvervation made me stick up for he who said "I am the truth!"if he is not the truth ,he makes no sense, he speaks Nonsense. John 14:6 New International Version 6 Jesus answered, “I am the way and the truth and the life. No one comes to the Father except through me. Jesus had a sense of humor to in fact he made Ricky and Russel they are his idea, He made fools of the Religious teachers who tried to trap him in his words constantly. if this miracle be true game over God walked among us 2000 years ago. VV Matthew 17:24-27 New International Version The Temple Tax 24 After Jesus and his disciples arrived in Capernaum, the collectors of the two-drachma temple tax came to Peter and asked, “Doesn’t your teacher pay the temple tax?” 25 “Yes, he does,” he replied. When Peter came into the house, Jesus was the first to speak. “What do you think, Simon?” he asked. “From whom do the kings of the earth collect duty and taxes-from their own children or from others?” 26 “From others,” Peter answered. “Then the children are exempt,” Jesus said to him. 27 “But so that we may not cause offense, go to the lake and throw out your line. Take the first fish you catch; open its mouth and you will find a four-drachma coin. Take it and give it to them for my tax and yours.”

[@louis-yt6595]

@@jcj1942 exidus 21 views upon this from someone who disagrees with gods guidance on this subject... open to real discussion

[@jais327]

Two men I admire in one video! Anyone with a real love for animals makes them a hero in my eyes, just as Ricky was talking My cat came and snuggled into me and my heart leaped, he does it all the time and I never tire of how it makes me feel I’m not too bad a person.

[@soulsistersam7]

Jai, you are beautiful. Inside and out. Love from SSSam7 🐬 Australia

[@moe42o]

I love Ricky. He's a fucking gem of a human. He really loves himself and others as well. Not too mention his passion for all creatures, he's a kind and intelligent person honestly funny and very brave. Great interview RB!

[@surrenderinfaith]

Yes

[@denisechavis4820]

I love how Russell acts like he’s not listening then turns around and lets you know he was and then takes the conversation to another level!!

[@shirohebisama8014]

That's Gemini lol it's their masterskill

[@notapal4285]

That's the narcissism being put to good use 😝

[@vampirethespiderbatgod9740]

@@shirohebisama8014 No that has little to nothing to do with Gemini. Even your sign will change according to Western or Vedic astrology. Get out of these preconceived astrological notions

[@joelr2214]

I love that you left that bit with your kid in

[@marinversic9469]

yes, I thought so too. It really narrows the gap between performer and the audience and succinctly reveals the personality of the interviewer

[@malsiecolouraddict2189]

@serendipidus1 😂😂😂😂

[@lucindarandolph369]

All of you that are Parents or that just care about children, please watch this. kzbin.info/www/bejne/aoWcmmyfg5l7eas It's ONLY 3 mins long. I'd love your thoughts. ThanQ xxx

[@elizadaleniemann7793]

I love Ricky's perspective. I am a spiritual person believing in a source creator, but have been traumatized by religion in my early life, and I agree with him on many things. Ricky is more authentic, connected, and empathetic than many 'religious' people I've known.

[@louiseskip3488]

I too was traumatized by religion when a little kid. I am literally terrified of death now, petrified I'm going to hell, I would love to welcome death as a beautiful release and they stole that from me.

[@sooky2253]

​@@louiseskip3488As you grow older, I hope you learn to let it go. If you do go to heaven, you'll experience the God of Love. He is mercy, love and light and He will not condemn you when your lifetime has been spent suffering from a childhood trauma. He knows you from the inside, from before you were born, and that gives Him a perspective you don't have and the world doesn't have. You might be just the person He's looking for to do something special, so don't let guilt and shame stand in your way. Talk to Him about it. God Bless you. ❤.

[@faithful451]

Really? I thought his views very shallow and empty. He clearly knows very little philosophy and very little about theology and doesn't plan to look into it. His mind is closed and he is not searching for the truth or anything else except further intellectual satisfaction in expounding on his own viewpoint. He's made the mistake so many do, both religious and non religious people, of basing his entire reasoning, worldview, etc on a few things he learned during childhood. He's never matured past the teenage stage of thought and never will without some sort of stepping stone experience.

[@cherylnathanodette]

A fantastic piece, I can't call it an interview as it was more like two friends chatting. Thanks for the humour and honesty. Makes a great change to some of the sheer drivel that gets posted on Social Media.

[@scottthesportsguy]

Wow, what a great interview. I've always loved Ricky and agree with basically everything he says. I have a new found respect for Russell, what an intelligent, humble and caring man. I want to say to them both how sorry I am to hear of their cats' passing, as I recently lost my beloved cat of 10.5 years and I was gutted by it. I still deal with sadness today. So my thoughts go out to both of you. I appreciate your animal rights' advocacy as well, Ricky is absolutely right, all animals are our equal and we must treat them with respect and admiration.

[@milesofmxments]

i’m sorry for your loss 🖤

[@rolandhawken6628]

Scott S How oh, how this smacks of hypocrisy from Gervais , he fails to understand in order to keep pets ,which are mainly meat eaters we slaughter millions of other animals to feed our pets . How do these people square that away?. Perhaps they are as phoney as the rest of us

[@clairesimons3026]

That was a really great, intelligent, respectful and interesting conversation and it was a pleasure to eavesdrop on it. Love Ricky and your channel Russell, keep doing what you’re doing ✌🏼

[@carolinej3661]

I LOVE Russell's expression at 25:44, when Gervais says "....it's being happy, it's being happy with yourself...it's worth" It was as if he had just seen a heretofore-undiscovered cache of gold! He looks utterly surprised, intrigued, and rapt........Russell is a serious interviewer - he actually listens to to and invests in the things that his subject is saying at every moment. He is totally present.

[@crazycurls9095]

I really enjoyed this conversation. Thank you Russell and Ricky for being genuine as well as your candor. I felt like I need to watch this a 2nd time to absorb it all. I appreciated Ricky's explanation of atheism as a lack of evidence of a God/god rather than just an absence of one. His thoughts about his awe of nature was poignant.💜

[@Mars_architects_bali]

are these the two cuddliest comedian-turned-life-philosophers you've ever seen?!

[@ciaranobrien8733]

Ricky yes, russel no

[@imnotgayyy8489]

@@ciaranobrien8733 why not?

[@ciaranobrien8733]

@@imnotgayyy8489 listen to him, hes a man with ok intelligence trying to sound smart and right.

[@ciaranobrien8733]

@boof's2cents you dont know my level of intelligence but sure.

[@ciaranobrien8733]

@boof's2cents imagine insulting someone on their spelling and grammar on a comment section.

[@christinairina]

I love Ricky's comment re animal cruelty - "I wish that wasn't in my head, but it is now and I have to do something about it." Thanks for everything you do for animals x

[@NibberKSmooth]

Yet he eats animals, so why is he consistently contradicting himself?

[@MegaPhilmurray]

@@NibberKSmooth he eats the animal pets he loves? That's news to me!

[@MegaPhilmurray]

@@NibberKSmooth he eats bees?

[@MegaPhilmurray]

@S Anna Ricky seems like a good fellow but even he can't take on the might of factory meat/farming industry.. that will only disappear when people stop buying inferior meat products for breakfast lunch dinner and every snack inbetween. I'm glad he has done what he has to highlight domesticated animal abuse.

[@MegaPhilmurray]

@S Anna it's true, he is a person of influence and he could go further. Ultimately it is society and every individual within that have the power to simply stop buying meat that isn't really meat and put those industries out of business. Fingers crossed people wake up soon, oh and thanks for recommending the film Dominion, gonna check it out later!

[@rosedaddona4262]

When my beloved cat Candy lost her struggle to hold on to her life and she had to be released from her suffering I stroked her face and gazed in her eyes and as she slipped away from me, my heart went with her. So I brought her body back home and searched for an appropriate shroud for her, I thought of what she loved the most and it was the pillowcase that she slept upon when I was away from her working because it smelt of me and it comforted her to be near me with it so I took it off of my pillow, dried my tears upon it and I held on to it for a good hour and tried to put as much of my love for her into it's fibers and I placed her inside of it and swaddled my baby one last time and I buried her next to her favorite spot in our garden looking down into the goldfish pond I had made for us and I made a statue of clay and I fired it and painted it with gold dust and I put strands of my hair into the final protective coat of marine spar varnish and placed it over her to mark her place and the part of her that she left behind with me is safe and warm and happy to be near me. She is in my heart, spirit, mind and soul forever.

[@carolgiangreco6548]

How very beautiful, tender and kind. A person with this heart can only be full of love.

[@exxology1]

Wow, the way you write is unbelievably beautiful! I wouldn’t be surprised if you write professionally?

[@rosedaddona4262]

@@exxology1 thanks for the compliment, I'm trying to put together some short stories and possibly publish them, I have had a few things over the years published in a few magazines,but now I'm working on a book. I don't know when I will be brave enough to actually get out of the writing mode, then I would have to actually finish things..

[@OfficialWelshWoman8309]

@@rosedaddona4262 Go for it!! Your comment made me tear up.. Some of the comments on here about animals are brutal. I find people that aren't animal lovers highly suspicious! My cat William passed away 3 years ago and I still miss our cwtch every night. I knew his time was coming & that I had to do the right thing by him. His last day, we were sat at the top of the stairs, where we'd sit for a fuss after he would follow me to the loo.. Something strange happened, we looked into each others eyes and I saw what I believe to be all the colours of the universe in his eyes, was the strangest thing, I'm sure he was telling me thank you for our lovely life together, but it's time for me to go. Now his place on my bed is shared by my beautiful collie and my crazy lurcher, I would have been lost without them during the madness of this last year. Sending you love from Wales... X

[@one-eye1721]

The American crime writer Kinky Friedman wrote a lovely euology to his cat: "Dogs have a depth of loyalty that often we seem unworthy of. But the love of a cat is a blessing, a privilege in this world."

[@robertkennedy5753]

What an amazing interview! For as candid as Ricky is, this I think is the most honest and candid I've ever heard him. Great job Russell.

[@mosconi0359]

Two of my favorite guys on the planet having an honest conversation, giving us insights into their real lives, does it get any better than that? I don't think so.

[@mimimonster]

Two of my favorite humans right here. I’ve always admired Ricky’s realness, integrity and humanity. It’s crazy that our heroes can just be someone that isn’t afraid to speak their truth. Just loved this interview!

[@sebastianmacaulay5351]

love this, exactly what i was thinking. Beautiful put :)

[@bbbbbbb51]

@Scott Scotty it's a product of objectivity, imo. When you can rationalize multiple different opinions/angles you tend to not be so hostile towards other conclusions.

[@jdolani]

I love Ricky! Truth is beautiful! I love that he exposed scumbags in Hollywood.

[@adamgarey9807]

at 32 Minutes Thank You Gentlemen! You both know Kindness and how elusive it can be. Salute to Happier Days for your individual Hearts and Lives! And HUGS!

[@Old_School_H-Town]

Two of my absolute favorite people in an intelligent and respectful conversation. We need more of this and less trash TV. Great job with the show Russ!