Russell Brand | Club Random with Bill Maher

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Russell Brand visits Club Random. Bill and Russell discuss the difference between hedonism and addiction, how they each define joy, America in pain, pondering vs. partying, religion and the curtailing of inquiry, the greatest threat to America, the concept of enlightened self-interest, Joe Rogan’s work ethic, MSNBC vs. Fox News, and their mutual admiration of Dave Rubin.
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[@GKPortugal]

My God. The difference in maturity and intellectual ability is... embarrassing. Russell, I bow to your grace and composure. 🙇‍♀️

[@YaaSalty...0_o]

It's like me trying to have a serious conversation with my drunken father

[@HughMorristheJoker]

Beta

[@JoeBoxerNo1]

thats exactly what I saw in this video. One man who jumps on the Band Wagons and Cheerleads from the sidelines(bill marh) and The other man who is the Quarterback (Russel) for the Schools Varsity Team, doing hours of research on next weeks opponent throughout the week, finding weaknesses, and understanding the path to victory.

[@lordofthebuckets2676]

I think they’re both equally insufferable.

[@christopherone1]

ST FU. Bill is unmatched in terms of intellect. FACTS

[@PamelaWer]

Russell Brand always shows such patience responding to people who say stupid shit to him

[@helen9289]

yes he is a great role model for people who what to be more chill in their lives ..........also he has really been there & done the hard work

[@patrickcostigan2502]

I felt for Russell in this exchange, and it showed the lack of insight or depth to some people in the face of tangible evidence. Also his demeaning nature towards Russell in his search of something greater than drugs and pu**y. What a waste of an opportunity to have that level of depth in front of you and just laugh back with no substance. It was similar to an overgrown adolescent with no maturity who only response is so what. Noit to.mention the structure of the interview is he basically gets wasted and incoherent for the second half. This man showed how out of touch, privileged and nieve he is. Its not even like he makes an attempt to disect or understand. He comes across so ignorant it almost appears to be a character or satire which is the greatest insult and condemnation of his stupidity.

[@kellyhazlett6638]

In his defense, this has always been Bills schtick. It just doesn't age well.

[@ciretose2]

Good point about Bill's "shtick." It doesn't hold up against the depth of thought in Russell's conversation. I was thinking of the axioms "In wine, truth" and "Out of the depths of the heart does the mouth speak." Bill shows himself to be shallow and self-centered. Not a good look.

[@kellyhazlett6638]

@@ciretose2 i agree. I still enjoy his humour, but a serious conversation with Brand wasn't a good idea on Bills part. Not because you cant have serious conversation, but Bill is perpetually about 15.

[@BrionBoyles]

I could actually SMELL Bill's brains melting under the withering fire of Russell's words...

[@justifiedfreely6715]

Right! I can smell it from Scotland., ! 😂 Bill is still 13 years old wanking off to rock stars smoking weed…

[@specialeeffexx]

Good one! What's left of his brains! When he started saying eating meat is bad for you I knew he wasn't as smart as he thinks he is! He needs to eat some beef! I was a very ill vegetarian for years and went Carnivore and it saved my life! @meatheals

[@christopherone1]

SAYS NO ONE, EVER.

[@BrionBoyles]

Ummm... I did.

[@MegaLuckylucas]

Imagine inviting an addict on your show then spending the entire time trying to convince him that his addiction was great and he must just be remembering it wrong

[@jerrytyrell]

Absolutely absurd

[@helgashouseofpain]

Well said. Sobriety is a beautiful thing to behold.

[@itisjustacomment]

Notice how he started the conversation with normal negativity about a person, such as lifestyle. That sets up what you are saying, belittling the person first and foremost to set up the audience to not take the person seriously. Bills just went through all the Hollywood bubble takimg points.

[@sharongrimes1997]

This is painful watching a total clown like mahr addressing a brilliant mind and talking about p**sy , drugs and how superior he feels being single and fra kly so ignorant. Brutal.

[@TheGuitarho]

Bill hates being debated. His way is the only way. Not open minded. Thank you for trying Russell, you win!

[@laureldevine]

This was like watching a genius mathematician try to explain trigonometry to a 3 year old. Props to Russell for dealing with Bill's stupidity and immaturity with such class and grace. I would have lost my shit and put the cigar out on Bill's forehead!!

[@marita3739]

DITTO!!!

[@LoriLulu]

figuratively, Russell did just that!

[@jaymevogl4338]

Me too! I couldn’t stomach watching more than 15 minutes.. so admire Brand, enlightened, brilliant, a very deep thinker and eloquent speaker.. And then there’s Bill, a perpetual adolescent

[@tormartinandersen1994]

Why do you guys are so angry with Bill? What did he say wrong? They are not debating they just chilling and have a good time both of them is fucking legends.

[@seanandersonbey3768]

Agreed. ✊🏿.. predominantly the cigar part..

[@haleyaudiss]

Russell did a great job remaining patient and poised despite the lack of maturity and compassion he was faced with in this interview.

[@ChantePierce-kp3uf]

Bill...big difference between enjoying & being hedonistic and being ADDICTED. Russell is very astute and if you would just LISTEN you might learn a few things. Also Russell is Spiritual and embodies so many qualities.

[@renesrelics]

😅

[@ktrainbow9765]

Bill sounds like an uneducated American. "Wow! I really like that word!" 🤔

[@pamtryhane8709]

So true. A comedian with a lost soul. He’s an agnostic that is curious. I pray he has an encounter with Jesus. Mind blowing.

[@pamtryhane8709]

Bill you’re so shallow. Time to say 👋 👋. You’re beyond boring , childish. The people you’re interviewing are far above you intelligence and social/ emotional intelligence. They’re dumbing down 💯just to chat in your narco cave.

[@Flyforawhiteguy1982]

Bill just got schooled and left speechless 😂😂😂

[@ChiralityPracticality]

Half of it he couldn't even grasp! When a word is out of his vocabulary he just laughed like he understood

[@325diane]

How the world is changing. Two men in a room and Russell Brand is the grownup? Really enjoyed listening to him!

[@gordianknot6867]

Russel has always been an intelligent, thoughtful and literate person even when he was/is acting the fool.

[@danieldenton5721]

When Russel gave Bill facts that goes again set the narr/ative he has been fed he will not accept. I agree with Bill on some issues but he hasn't changed. He is still the same lib/eral. That is how they are, they will not accept facts that go against what they have been told.

[@The_Maze_Is_Not_Meant_For_You]

Bill Maher isn't HALF as smart as he thinks.

[@325diane]

@@The_Maze_Is_Not_Meant_For_You Agree 100%!

[@kaitlynkarol4600]

@@The_Maze_Is_Not_Meant_For_You - So TRUE- he is a baby man and a major narc. What keeps so many ppl in the dark is how he covers it up w/ his humor. Super charm and humor covers up a lot of sins and most ppl fall for it.

[@mickael486]

Bill never lets an opportunity to go by to explain that he's all grown up and happy even without a wife and kids even though no one is arguing with him about it.

[@iancouser5915]

It’s similar to that type of Atheist who’s SO open about it, that they become even more annoying than a Christian

[@omgbeardriving]

Might have something to do with the fact that people with kids never stfu about how great it is and often get triggered when someone decides to go the other way.

[@AtechG35]

​@brianherman4794 jeeze don't make it so obvious you're wondering if you should have had kids

[@aprilrawls5162]

@@omgbeardriving you're exactly right! Lol

[@deb9806]

@@AtechG35 He thinks he would be a good dad but then maybe not. We all have regrets for things as we get older.

[@chester6514]

Russell has more than cocktail party knowledge.

[@ChiralityPracticality]

Bill has that! Surface level crap with no true knowledge or understanding of society

[@mariamaria2751]

Russell brand is so incredibly intelligent, crazy smart

[@jerrynatalino6577]

He has experience, strength and hope- I feel experience will trump knowledge any time of any day of any year.

[@love_in_an_echo_chamber]

He’s got genuine humility

[@janinebischoff608]

Mahler " I have seen it fail mor than I have seen it work". Spoken like a true person who has never loved a child of his own.

[@dimitrikrazy]

He was talking about marriage.

[@danwilliams4270]

Russell's patience is astounding.

[@le6870]

Maher's patience with the man-child Brand, who won't shut up, is even more astonishing

[@Arthur-pc1eh]

@@le6870 Everybody here complains that Bill doesn't shut up and keeps interrumpting his guests (it's up to oneself to tell wether it's actually that or informal colloquial chatting like between mates). This time I thought that if Russel actually had that time to expose and explain it's because Bill was genuinely interested. It's rare for a guest to have that silence from Bill, and I'm certain it was out of respect. If he was annoyed enough he would've argued more than he actually did.

[@MiracleBro605]

@@le6870 man child? ur dumb

[@tammys8711]

@@le6870 Maher was much more childish. Russell has done a great deal of maturing and has a wisdom that Maher seems too far gone to gain, he seems shallow.

[@bhbluebird]

@@tammys8711 I think he likes Brand and was just having some fun?

[@nancyschwarz7500]

Russell's depth of humanity is amazing. Bill Maher can't see it/doesn't understand it/doesn't like it/doesn't have a clue. It's remarkable really the difference between these 2 souls.

[@nammyohorengekyoooooo]

maybe Bills got circ trauma

[@colinfelton9134]

One soul may have raped somebody!!

[@Donnazoo]

When Bill is faced with facts that he doesn’t like, he turns into a child throwing insults and then shuts down the conversation. Every. Time. Does he ever read anything outside of the scripts written for him for his show? The man is as phony as a three dollar bill. A total fraud.

[@marita3739]

day and night Bill is simply an empty poser.

[@ChiralityPracticality]

Bill is a rich yuppie douche whom couldn't give a shit about the everyday person, when he said "Nobody goes out on the street's, I'd know" then refers to people whom work in NBC and are on high incomes. He actually thinks they're the "Everyday" person😂

[@suzyanderson7395]

Russell is amazingly articulate. He is erudite and informed and he genuinely earned Bill's fickle attention. He defended his spiritual position beautifully. Best Club Random I've seen. Loved it.

[@AltaredStateOfMetal]

This gave me a lot more respect for Russell Brand, the guy really is passionate about what he talks about and doesn't get distracted by compliments and irrelevant arguments

[@sunnyjim1355]

The last thing you want from someone talking is passion - you want carefully considered opinion, logic and reason. That's why he still says stupid shit, same as ever.

[@courtneaylayne]

@@sunnyjim1355 You just described the entire modern day liberal or democratic party which is exactly why Bill is having issues with the left; they're passionate about legislating emotions and unpopular opinions and incapable of using logic and reasoning etc . Russell is passionate last, he uses logic, reasoning, critical thinking while also being passionate. It's possible to do all of the above and that's why RB's following grows by the day.

[@ChiralityPracticality]

​@@sunnyjim1355I suppose you think Bill is an articulate intellectual.

[@ChiralityPracticality]

​@@courtneaylayne👌

[@Karen-zi8km]

So true

[@tristramcoffin926]

Imagine being Bill's age without having yet figured out that hedonism isn't where happiness is found.

[@chris2kostya]

Easy to say when you've never had it to the level that Russell Brand has

[@ddriveddrive4986]

He gets lots of pussy lmao

[@Shankar-Bhaskar]

​@@Gnaritas42 Exactly! Some people are so judgemental

[@york-houngan7193]

For me, hedonism just make sense. Maximize pleasure and minimize pain. Just makes sense. Although I also think it's important to search out meaning as well.

[@threeofeight197]

Bill isn’t an addict so he can’t fathom that hedonism could go horribly wrong. Russel knows that it can.

[@justinpowell7171]

Without clapping seals, joke writers, and someone to make fun of. Bill is just a shallow, narcissistic, pothead living in denial. Russell has so much more wisdom due to his willingness of self reflection.

[@laurarooney6030]

Perfect

[@Miriyum1031]

Couldn’t agree more

[@LifelongLearner961]

So what. And what's your point?

[@justinpowell7171]

@user-hu9yh2ts6o That the people that pretend to be so enlightened and better than the rest of us or shallow, closed minded and miserable. That it takes someone like Russell to make it obvious.

[@jerrynatalino6577]

It’s not just Bill Maher- it is symbolic of a very spiritually sick society- Russel has learned how to tame his ego- humility is brought to us addicts quickly - for me opioids and other drugs brought me to my knees- I never thought until recently how much of a blessing that that experience was.

[@tgissy4922]

Russell Brand, thank you for your genuine and humble explanation of your faith!

[@gawf99]

Russell has a way of speaking that just paints a picture. His phrases are so well put together that even out of context, they are like music. "Grasping at the divine." Who says that!?! Love this man.

[@ChiralityPracticality]

Yeah he's definitely a wordsmith! He has a true grasp of the English language, and how to arrange it to deliver a true picture in you're mind of his point and stance. Bill is that much of a dunce he didn't understand half of the word's in Russell's vocabulary, and when this happens he chuckles like he understood.

[@heatherheathen9388]

Russell is the embodiment of a true Gemini 💚

[@garywdarr]

"Adolescent fanstay", is the perfect way to describe BM's life and goals. He doesn't even know how sad his life is.

[@gettingfaster801]

"fantasy"

[@curiouscasey2309]

Maher's depth of shallowness is breathtaking

[@liquidmagma]

Especially when he talks about how much he's grown up.

[@piushalg5041]

You have nailed it.

[@le6870]

Brand truly is representative of Shakespeare's dictum, "Told by an idiot, full of sound and fury, Signifying nothing."

[@IIDarknessIl]

It really is ... also answers alot about him

[@integumentarynutrition753]

Love how he tells Russell that his guilt is misguided ...Bill's profound sadness is heartbreaking to see. His ignorance too. Ukraine lost Crimea to the Russians in 2014? WOW! He really has no clue what has been going on there.

[@michaelmoslak2975]

Russell is a mental GIANT! I think some of us turn to drugs to just numb the neverending thoughts we have.

[@doberton]

I was having the same thoughts about my journey to Christ

[@HughMorristheJoker]

Beta

[@kimkeel2443]

Russell don't let anyone or anything stop you and your intelligence Your spirit and humanity is spot on with the facts and how they affect the normal folks.thank you.

[@spacebella]

It was impressive how Russell was able to keep bringing the conversation back to a meaningful, thoughtful provoking level. Maher kept trying to degrade and devalue under the guise "nobody knows" and "conspiracy theories." Gained even more appreciation for the inner work Russell has done. People throw him punches and he keeps coming back to the bigger problems, corruption and suffering

[@DawnSTyler]

Very well said and attuned observation 👍

[@melaniefowler8841]

My thoughts too.

[@User-54631]

Noting a problem without a solution is just complaining.

[@drewbrees22]

​@johnmorris3650 He's trying to find a solution, you can't solve problems without discussing them.

[@stevenholderby6354]

@@User-54631 disregarding a problem and not offering to discuss or bring things to light will also never solve anything. You have to start somewhere.

[@The_polar_soldier]

😂😂 It's amazing how Bill doesn't realize how much of a bubble he lives in.

[@odttv9429]

so true,

[@darkonone5158]

he thinks he's the common man

[@jvarsall]

Typical Boomer... 😆

[@AltusNoumena]

It's honestly a little sickening

[@christophersheldon7088]

News Flash: Bill is autistic.

[@idontgivea1769]

Bill got outsmarted big time on that one!

[@rhondaa18]

Couldn’t get past first five minutes… I do appreciate Russell working to turn conversation toward something more mature. I will listen to him on his podcast.

[@ChantePierce-kp3uf]

I know exactly what you mean. I just kept watching because Russell has learned so much since his wild days and has great things to share. (wish Bill would listen)

[@brendat4258]

Bill is so PAINFUL. His words actually make my head hurt. I can learn a lot from Russell.

[@andrewtimothy8571]

I love how Russell gets his points across even when Bill tries to interrupt change subject or minimize.

[@NataliaJingles]

Bill's ignorance, dismissiveness and shallowness in this conversation was embarrassing. He more or less spent the entire time trying to drive the segment away from anything deep and meaningful while advising Russell to be more selfish, more superficial, less empathetic, less concerned with political corruption, less concerned with the devastating effects of addiction... and to just throw himself into some sort of detached Hollywood bubble. The world is in dire need of more people that think like Russell and less that think like Bill!

[@TheDamageinc81]

Excellent summarization of how I felt but you articulated it way better than I ever could.

[@subversivelysurreal3645]

Oscar Wilde used L’Art pour L’Art in a monologue from *A Picture of Dorian Gray* and we all know how that turned out. Russell was very careful to indicate that he was an addict and not some sort of ‘pirated sex buccaneer’ and yet Bill Maher gets defensive *and* seems unable to ‘*buy*’ the idea that it wasn’t fun…I kept thinking that Maher had too much D.A. Pennebaker and somehow skipped over the Annie Leibovitz pictures.

[@subversivelysurreal3645]

I kept thinking about Jesse Pinkman, and expecting Bill to burst into, “FALLACIES, FALLACIES 🎶’ 🤣

[@333pinkfeather]

So very much 👍 agreed thanks for putting it so eloquently...Russell found the balance .yay!

[@user-lr6pg7ti7t]

That's what cones to my mibd when I hear Bill Maher...shallowness and misogyny

[@tiffepatenaude]

I love the light of pride in Russel’s eyes when Bill started to realise that NATO has no more reason to exist! Like a dad having pride when his child has done something amazing 😂🙌🏻❤

[@ninajefferson4018]

Don't use the word pride PRIDE MONTH -DE/MON- PRI---------------TH: PRITH: means to cast. So...To cast demon!!!!

[@tiffepatenaude]

@@ninajefferson4018 but you can be proud of yourself, of something you do/did, of your children. And being proud come from the pride you feel… it’s not because they took this word that we have to stop using it. The fact that you want us to stop using a normal word, which is the word I needed in that context, it’s like you let them win! Because you want to change the way you talk to avoid them.

[@Gabriel-vj1cf]

@@ninajefferson4018what kind of looney bullshit is this?

[@TheToxicGunn3r]

I find that Bill lighting up a joint and taking shots in front of Russell, especially after making light of the spiritual journey that Russell has been on and being so flippant about his sobriety, shows his true colors. He truly doesn’t care about anyone and is perfectly comfortable living in his fantasy. Russell is certainly not perfect but has learned a lot of humility and wisdom lately, which he try’s earnestly to share with Bill but Bill truly doesn’t care. He’s comfortable accepting his echo chamber and laughing off anyone that tries to challenge him. He’s not interested in the truth unless it suits him and benefits him. He’s a typical pleasure seeking hedonist atheist it’s really sad to see.

[@ANiCKiN]

He even asked him „don’t you think about smoking a joint?“ i‘m not sure if he was smoking one. Disgusting.

[@VMVarga-yf6eg]

I am not sure why you would judge Bill for the person he is as you describe him. I agree with your description by the way. It is his prerogative to live in his particular echo chamber. And he certainly isn’t the only one! At least he makes absolutely no apologies for who he is and 100% owning it and certainly not pretending otherwise which is rare and admirable. I think it is inspiring and worth respecting

[@scottcameron8329]

​@@VMVarga-yf6eg sorry, but the guy acts like a self-indulgent but people shouldn't comment on his bullshit?

[@headebanievicz713]

Wow, well, put it!! I couldn't say better, I hope Mr. Maher read all the comments.

[@Twistedcrystalcustom]

It’s a clove cigarette, not a joint.

[@JMichaelThames]

Hearing Bill Mahar pontificate on Tibetan Buddhism and culture sitting in his comfy chair stoned and drunk without knowing a thing about it, was let us say very enlightening.

[@topskek9786]

Tibetan Buddhism is satanic evil. Slavery, skinning and genocide. Communist china delivered the serfs to freedom. The dalai llama was one of the biggest slave owners on earth.

[@helen9289]

he is entitled to his opinion I think they both were able to agree to disagree on most points but I do think Bill was pointing the finger a bit more than Russell was ...Russell is now less about trying to prove he is right .......I think Bill still likes to think he is

[@cheri238]

When one knows, one doesn't know, and when one doesn't , then and only one may, and then extend it by enquiring what he has read by reading many leathered bound books of great writers of intelligence. Then, one may ask what intelligence ? What is the difference between ego and intellect.

[@matthewtaylor2040]

To be honest, Buddhism only comes into play for those that wants total control over others. Either let people do they're thing or talk about the monks, never the two

[@mikecavallaro466]

Who knew Bill Maher was so superficial and unsubstantial.

[@johnrussell-bk7lv]

Man Bill has become such a straight up barstool philosopher. He's making arguments that you usually hear from self-important 15 year olds in a high school cafeteria.

[@mccoggsgregor8059]

😂

[@jcc152509]

Brilliant comparison! What happens when he and his cronies are boozing? Does his diarrhea of the mouth kick into overdrive?

[@satori-in-life]

Which arguments would those be?

[@posterfixchannel]

I agree ...Bill is a total idiot. Shallow fool. way over rated and not funny at all.

[@progKansas]

Almost as bad as Cliff Claver.

[@mymagi1]

Russell brand is so right in what he says, and Bill is so set on his side that he doesn't even listen and just wants everyone to agree with him.

[@jennyamiantitis4906]

Russell you have come a long way and it is commendable your transformation. Very inspiring to many young men. I see an intelligent, outspoken and caring man acknowledging our Creator and the power of love for our fellowmen. I can not say the same for Bill, in many ways, he refuses to mature . He is inevitably JUST aging.

[@Ewusia2013]

Russell handled himself beautifully as always. Eloquent and calm, wise and above all of the noise and clutter. ❤

[@ToniNoTits-CancerWarrior]

I’ve found since rediscovering Russell last year, that he gracefully handles 99% of ass-hatry that goes on in his presence and sometimes even aimed right at him! I sat down to watch this only because I wanted to see more evidence of who he (Russell) is. I was not disappointed.

[@CathyKitson]

Plus he's quite handy with the mini-Moyle.

[@earthwormjj]

Bill seems to think that he experiences life in the same way that the guy serving him coffee does. Insane.

[@dmann1115]

Not to mention, always excluding women from any conversation about how to be a human being.

[@yanikkunitsin1466]

If waiter apppears happy it doesn't mean he is. If he would to show anything other he would be fired on the spot.

[@koremeltdown7258]

Bill, you’re brave. You keep getting your opinions smashed and continue bringing these people on. I would like to see you concede when you’re clearly wrong though.

[@lovelyeyessee]

Club Random is Bill’s talk therapy, explains his life choices and expresses his sense of self worth as a history buff.

[@TheDNAGroup]

🎯 It's lovely how the guests like Russell and Dr. Peterson treat these conversations as such, and allow themselves to be conduits of grace, and thus facilitators of therapy.

[@ChiralityPracticality]

😂

[@paulagriffithpaulag2]

Russell is intelligent and is reaching his full potential on every level. It was interesting to see him navigate this meeting. He was very gracious.

[@sunnyjim1355]

Just a pity that "his full potential" is a pretty low bar.

[@MrChapmanification]

The first few minutes of Bill essentially being a child and worshipping Russell’s genuine struggles with addiction is actually so grim

[@yinoveryang4246]

It's quite revealing. Bill's obviously off his face probably just on alcohol prior to the interview, big mistake. Russell instead of pointing it out, or being particularly offended, he's now wise enough to let it pass.

[@thermalrain_yt9725]

Yeah I mean that life sounds great. It would be great for a weekend once a year. But if you live that life it's a very sad lonely existence. I know the drugs part and I assume the sex would end up the same. The first couple times you do drugs it's amazing. Withing weeks you're just chasing your tail to feel normal. You don't get high you just end up taking so many drugs you pass out or become a zombie.

[@mikemarks9]

Brand indirectly, tho probably purposefully, pushes Mahar's button by associating drugs/sex with what an adolescent thrives for... making me wonder if he was probably also deliberately clipping away at Bill's penis, represented by the cigar, representing Bill's adolescent values... perhaps I am reading too much into the cigar thing (thanx Freud) but its just the type of clipping thing that a genius (Brand) who observes many levels might work with

[@comradeozzbug]

@@mikemarks9 an astute reading of the situation. I guess we will never know.

[@boutchie06]

Might be the cigar and booze combo?🤔

[@joanneweed1683]

Russell Brand is an intellectual and is very intelligent when it comes to politics in America and Great Britain as well as in other great countries.

[@dzatz]

So many sad Bill hating trolls leaving comments. 😢 I’m a big fan of both Bill and Russell. And this podcast takes on many shapes for each episode based mostly on the guest and their agenda and point of view. And Bill offers a fun and easy way to talk. Trolls, get your heads out of your asses. In this episode more than most others, I am so impressed at how clear and perfectly articulate Russell is in every word he says. His clarity of thought and ability to express it is remarkable. I do agree with some of you trolls that Bill should have delayed smoking or drinking to keep up. A conversation with RB requires full focus and undivided attention. A great example of people with different points of view having a conversation. Bravo.

[@svetlanabachtell7839]

It is so amazing when Bill invites a guest like Russell and doesn't listen, but tries to remake Russell according to his (Bill's) standards. I only watch this because Russell is a guest.

[@buttercup3ish]

perfectly said svet***,total agreement

[@TheIncredibleStories]

Yeah Bill is a spiritual dunce. Just so in love with his own dumb voice, doesn't take a second to realise the man in front of him has decades of maturity and knowledge to offer him.

[@belawood]

He's not the sharpest knife in the drawer.

[@roxannebaker503]

I've always liked Bill, BUT he sounds so elitist and narcisstistic here, like "Well MY life is great, so!"

[@rick4400]

I am with you, it usually, not always, looks to me as if Bill might be a bit of an immovable object. It's ok with me if he choses to be that way, that's his choice but let's not kid ourselves into believing he is always objective. This is the definition of objectivity that I'm reaching for "freedom from bias"; under this definition I am not objective - I have a bias but I own up to it.

[@underdogpsychosis2841]

Russell has the patience of a saint.

[@MrBuketman]

Seems that he does. When it comes to a religious person talking to a person of science, or a non believer of religion. My answer to the question, or debate is always “then what created science/the Big Bang theory?” Science didn’t create itself without a higher power. Not sure what’s on the other side of the million mile high wall they mentioned, but there has to be a higher power, or science including humans wouldn’t exist.

[@garyny4073]

​@@MrBuketman Aliens created us and everything that exists

[@SickMetalAddict]

Why you copying my profile pic?

[@underdogpsychosis2841]

@@SickMetalAddict 😂

[@rayh1009]

@@MrBuketman Can you even define what a "higher power" would be? What if "higher power" is simply a human concept that has nothing to do with creation? How do we even know there was a "creation"? If it all began at the creation, then what was there before that? Nothing? I believe these are all concepts beyond the capacity of the human mind to understand.

[@PatrickMHoey]

At 7:49 Russell explains drug dependency the best and most concise way it can be explained.

[@3Xero3]

From seeing the thumbnail, I assumed these two were going to agree on a lot and and it would be a fairly one-sided conversation. I was actually surprised at how different these two were. Brand kept increasing in intensity as the conversation warmed up, while Bill got more drunk and slower... probably should have changed up the usual routine and kept a clear sober head to better keep up with RB.

[@MustafaKamal-ys9rw]

This interview made me admire Russel Brand as a person 10 times more.

[@infinitestare]

I would say it did the opposite for me.

[@tonyralston3481]

This conversation is like oil and water. I feel like Bill was trying to pollute the clean, refreshing water that Russell has flowing peacefully. Russell has a great deal of patience and gave him grace.

[@jamiebee1231]

I mean all I saw was two people having a conversation and respectfully disagreeing with each other But okay…

[@alejandroblanco7369]

I see brand being more objective and truthful. Bill is still bill just more center now but he only wants to hear what he wants to say. It is embarrassing as an American lol contradictions and hypocrisy

[@ianbardon8581]

You mean the way of USA

[@Bubbalovecats]

Interesting banter… somewhat awkward at times but RB brilliant style and panache brings up back to the comfort zone .

[@Miriyum1031]

Couldn’t agree more

[@mojo7493]

"Ive studied the Bible-I took a course at Cornell College." 😂😂😂

[@ozzysgarage]

Russell is an absolute treasure! 🔥🔥🔥🔥

[@marinafilippa5826]

Oh Russell, one of the most inspiring things I have seen is your endless patience in dealing with these poor men. It is astounding

[@wendeogden1930]

I totally agree. He kept trying to bring the conversation back to a higher ground. Hard to do in this situation.

[@alejandroblanco7369]

@@wendeogden1930 yes it is frustrating to see bill being so rude and ignorant and not objective

[@aaronwylie6928]

Maher can't even comprehend what Russell is saying

[@deniesejernstrom5350]

Exactly!

[@avidodd26]

he's laughing at Bill on the inside

[@timmalley5532]

Who would have thought that Russell would do an American tour on all our political shows and always end up the most enlightened and mature person in the room each and every time? It’s fun to watch

[@kiwikris493]

Well.... I wouldve thought that for some time now tbh

[@dreads9536]

Probably everyone that knows him.

[@timmalley5532]

@@dreads9536 true.

[@deep-pond]

Everyone who watches Russell is not a bit surprised.

[@LoriLulu]

except when Bill Maher is in the room... that part is excruciating.

[@pchinnIII]

The more I watch Bill's podcast the more I am amused by his collection of things he has on that small table. He is always moving stuff around and finding things he needs on a never ending mission like an old woman with her nick-nackery. But his stuff is all related to substance abuse and he has achieved a tolerance that even the best Bar Fly would bow down.

[@seanoleary1979]

Russel Brand is light years ahead of Bill Maher in intellect, wit, and humor. Brand is probably THE best guest Maher has ever had!

[@rickdias08]

I never thought I'd say this but Russell Brand is a man to be admired and emulated. Lived a true human experience and has come out of it more enlightened and thoughtful. Forget the wrapping, read a transcript of just about anything he says these days, brilliant.

[@tinamitchell7496]

A little humility goes a long way.

[@brucemacmillan9581]

@Rick D... You're easily persuaded aren't you. Brand usually sounds like a braying idiot. Especially on his own show. His sit down with Bill Maher goes somewhat better. Up until the point where he goes full-on Putin apologist. Which doesn't surprise me. He does that quite a bit whenever I've had the misfortune to encounter his own KZbin nonsense. But I guess people like you don't care about the fact that he seems to be ok with a murderous thug who decided to invade a neighbouring sovereign country unprovoked. You somehow think Brand's opinion on this matter should be overlooked. Or, worse, emulated. A sad state of affairs. Sheeple abound.

[@brentlemire4903]

Totally agree and a great inspiration to show how even if your life is in the dumps it is not over until it is over and it is possible to make positive changes. Having said that not sure he would/could have made those changes without his MTV money......but shows it is possible and few people whould have expected THIS Russel Brand was even possible when he was in his addiction phase. I recommend watching some of his old MTV footage. He was kinda ass-ish.

[@brucemacmillan9581]

@@brentlemire4903 I occasionally watch some of Brand's current KZbin bits. Guess what? He's still pretty ass-ish.

[@LibertyGoose]

@@brucemacmillan9581how so. ? Do give examples

[@pranamandir3172]

Bill Maher reveals his lack of insight perfectly within 5 minutes, then Russel describes his musings as "adolescent fantasy." Love it.

[@lucasvarela9632]

I hope bill was just nervous because that was weird

[@dalideltoro1375]

Bill the gas lighting bandit.

[@keithray9421]

I appreciate Bill’s authenticity and if not authenticity at least his genuine need to confirm his biases. Good faith shall we say

[@robertnicholls9917]

@@lucasvarela9632 Nah, when Bill's phony contrarian, everything is fine logic is challenged; he melts down. He's just a lazy, out of touch, fake liberal now. All his takes are just Washington brain nonsense.

[@debraflock3740]

Boy ole Bill couldn’t make since being so damn loaded but he did let his elite attitude come way out.

[@aprilhernandez4840]

Luv ya Russell

[@tyleressert914]

I am just very very damn happy that Russell Brand got to speak and actually got to finish his sentences fully because Bill Maher finally let one of his guests finish their point of view. I enjoyed this one way more then any of the other podcast episodes I've seen now by far.

[@michaelgagaoudakis212]

Russel has really done some amazing self work. His self knowledge and humility is refreshing. I enjoy listening to his thoughts on existence and I love how he explains his stance without alienating opposing viewpoints. He’s a model of unification. That says a lot.

[@kjaze]

Yes. Few on the world stage keep their ego in balance to the extent that Brand does. This is truly refreshing to experience.

[@deniesejernstrom5350]

Very well put!

[@cmputrwiz]

Nice!

[@rhondahorton2208]

Russell, How in the hell did you suffer this interview. I stopped it within minutes. Can't even listen to this bs. My, have my tastes changed over the years.

[@ChiralityPracticality]

It's refreshing to see a truly analytical man

[@judyverkerk3693]

Watching Russell run rings around an unaware Bill with such consideration was admirable!😂

[@LeahMiller-yq2yq]

Understandably two men with a difference of basic core values in a respectful parting of ways is always refreshing.

[@rkhudairi]

I watch this podcast for the great guests and to watch Bill continue make a fool of himself

[@ocwireless11]

Russell's intellect is wrecking Bill's good time.

[@zealforhumnity]

Bingo!

[@kuntanay2627]

Polarizing two types of intellects= typical anglosaxon divisive cogitation

[@georgesoros6415]

Russel is an amazing man. I have a 160 IQ. He floors me with his breadth of knowledge and his ability to bring it all together. This is a very smart person. Bill is interesting, but not nearly as smart. Bill knows this. Bill is, at best just another Jersey J-boy. Adoring his unworthy self, looking to get laid. Pathetic.

[@infinitestare]

are you 15?

[@patriciaobrien771]

😆👍🏼🎯.. ("Russell's intellect is wrecking Bill's good time").. ✅

[@msmith3475]

Bill, I never thought I would actually follow you on social media, but the guests you've been having is brilliant! (Roseanne, Candace, Vivek, and now BRAND! I've been following him since he had the Trews and I've been saying this for almost ten years that people just don't see how enlightened he is...

[@lynnfid5582]

He probably got more views because of these great guests.

[@lindaporter9997]

Love Russell Brand!!! Great conversation! Loxed it!❤

[@adriannademadriguera4859]

Russell is at a TOTALLY different level than bill. it is nice that he tried to have a meaningful conversation. the viewers appreciate you, Russell. you are a beautiful, open spirit. continue to bloom and grow.

[@aliciahawbecker4122]

Absolutely!!

[@mariabaca3941]

Bill you are trying too hard, you remind me of a 13 year old trying to out do a grown up.

[@montourwire7607]

Russell is brilliant at having a difference of opinion with someone without making the other person look foolish.

[@jimlaregina]

Bill Maher needs no help looking foolish.

[@TheIncredibleStories]

Bill made himself look foolish, he's sitting in front of a man who has reached self awareness near Guru level and he still defends a shallow, hedonistic and empty lifestyle. A true 80's era American Liberal. His misguided idea of "Freedom" is being able to take part in self destructive and gluttonous practice with no judgement for it. The classic selfish Atheist stereotype. "I MAKE THE EMPTY GESTURE OF SAYING I SUPPORT GAY MARRIAGE, SO I MUST BE A GOOD PERSON!" Simultaneously adding nothing of value to society, or even their own life.

[@coreywall1977]

I respect Russell don't accept all he says but really respect him.

[@HughMorristheJoker]

Russell is a bit foolish himself. It's as if he's looking for objective meaning in life. There isn't any.

[@HughMorristheJoker]

The amount of people who don't like Maher but watch him speaks to his abilities.

[@jerrynatalino6577]

Guys and gals Don’t make more of this that it is- These guys are friends - and yes Bill for once looked out of his element- but it is because Russel has gone thru a process that brings him to another level of existence- he has a code of love and tolerance and knows how to pause when agitated. He is responding to what Bill is saying. He is actually listening to him and processing it- not just thinking of what he is going to say next. How could anyone “beat” someone in a debate that is taking the “high road” ? You cannot. All Russel is doing is saying his opinion in a strong , clear and confident way. He backs his views up with sources and experience. He never attacks Bill- but does not roll over- I’m truly grateful I was watching this today

[@kimprice1864]

Russel is so brilliant and likeable. Thank you Bill.

[@SiavashSafavi]

I love the first 10 minutes when Russel talks about addiction and the glamour of fame and spirituality and Bill just looks at him with vacant eyes. He just doesn't understand how there could be anything beyond sex and drugs.

[@cptpepper7731]

Or he is old enough to accept life for what it is and is able to take pleasure from the simple things in life instead of wallowing in self-righteous criticism of superficial cultural values like a pretentious Eng. Lit grad student.

[@chaddesrosiers1107]

@@cptpepper7731 or he is getting to the end of the road and doesn't really love the emptiness he feels. Bill doth protest too much. His opener 9 times out of 10 is so ya your into that marriage crap right ? lol His example of Rod Stewart hit the nail on the head. The image of a 70 something rocker who never grew up... is exactly why most people at some point likely should.

[@panopsis7317]

Bill is a great conversationalist and comedian, but it's a sad commentary on contemporary society that someone as lacking in imagination, introspection, general knowledge, curiosity, or any inkling of underlying philosophical problems . . . . nevertheless is supposed to be an intellectual. Bill's got a sharp tongue and can make some interesting points about politics, but I still feel like he's basically got the mind of a pothead teenager who hasn't read a challenging book for the past twenty years and is basically a philistine when confronted with higher works of thought or art.

[@cptpepper7731]

@@chaddesrosiers1107 I love how religious people just can't believe that someone can be happy without god. I'm guessing you're religious from your self-righteous and judgmental comment but of course I could be wrong.

[@jesterbons1558]

@@cptpepper7731 sound like a typical angry god hating hedonistic narcissist lol yall are typical contradict yourselves often as liberals usually do lol telling everyone “do what you want its your life” while simultaneously bashing people who dont want to partake in superficial extremes

[@sentientdogma1206]

My goodness, Russel went from being a goofy actor to an Intellectual Titan and one of my favorite modern day voices in the world. What an evolution this guy has had. And he believes in true recovery from drugs and alcohol which I can get behind for myself as well.

[@garymathe9863]

The most intelligent people tend to be funny and even goofy, childish even. But as they get older they start thinking/talking more about more and more things. I speak from personal experience, mind you ;)

[@guyincognito320]

@@garymathe9863 Can confirm, have always had an immature sense of humor and am a genius

[@ysteinberg5084]

It kinda helps to stay off the drugs.. 😅

[@rogergribbins1385]

Right on 👍

[@Burps6]

@@garymathe9863yes, the smartest people always speak like complete idiots.

[@jasoncole7320]

Even though Bill is a prick, it was nice of you to have him on your show Russel! STAY FREE!

[@a2zin125]

What a fantastic dialogue!!! Loved it.

[@ceecee5567]

Brand never fails to impress. Maher never fails to embarrass himself.

[@beauseip7255]

It is amazing that Russell brand is the mature person in the conversation. He has grown a lot and I'm happy for him. He has gained a lot of respect.

[@susanperry6648]

I adore him❤

[@CatharticCreation]

I think they’re both mature. Just different. It’s okay to disagree.

[@Audra1964]

Watching this it seems like Bill has only matured in age . . . In a lot of ways he's still a hedonistic adolescent who's main concerns are his own pleasure and comfort. Russell was the same way, when he was young. But he became a man and put away childish things.

[@robert5661]

Russell said "Yoh quite high" 😂

[@laconjo]

Marr has to be the most deaf interviewer ever!!! In this episode ( yes I return) Russell tries to explain his regret of hedonism and Marr takes it as a personal attack.

[@anitamorse2701]

I’m so impressed that Russell was able to use such restraint when Bill constantly interrupted him and put him down.

[@check2000]

yeah it got really annoying near the end

[@helen9289]

I thought Bill was actually trying to understand where Russell was coming from & if it was all real or just wanky spiritualism I think Russell impressed him but yeah he did press a few points that I thought were almost to the point of being rude

[@cobrakai8049]

Russell is very long-winded.

[@River_of_Revenge]

Russel was immaculate. What a delight

[@River_of_Revenge]

@@cobrakai8049Not really.. he tried to point out that things aren’t so black and white, and would then get insulted and rebuked. So he definitely showed some backbone in a respectful way.

[@MMChoza]

Russell now is a person who has gone through so much crap and is actually LEARNED and keeps learning from it. He sees the world so much clearly. This level of consciousness is amazing!! And just how his thought process is...I'm in awe!

[@paulinemarshall6554]

Both of them are brilliant. Russell is an exceptional human being

[@helgashouseofpain]

Sobriety is a beautiful thing to behold. Thank you Russel for continuing to inspire us all in seeking redemption, truth, love, and self-actualization.

[@miltonwaddams2564]

“ I studied the Bible! I took a course on it at Cornell” 😂

[@Io-Io-Io]

😉

[@WickedIndigo]

I found this quite funny😂 there was so many different sects of Christianity even back a couple thousand years ago. There were Christians who saw the Bible as allegory instead of literal fact. I feel like the rise in power of the Catholic Church is a big reason as to why so many see it as strictly literal. But who really knows🤷‍♂️ I’m far from an expert on the subject so take what I say with a grain of salt😂

[@razorsedgeart9982]

I said the same thing to myself 😅

[@fulviomanfrin9401]

Taking classes with snobs about the Bible is not the same as study the Bible. So: 😂

[@CounterCultureWISE]

OMG, I laughed so hard I blew milk out of my nose - and I don't even drink milk!

[@VR_Check]

20 years. That’s amazing, Mr. Brand, I look up to you. I’ve got 5 years, and watching you is an inspiration. Thank you! Again, amazing work on the sobriety.

[@anncain2432]

Alcoholics in recovery are a powerful force!

[@ysn12288]

Its impressive how hes unaffected completely with Bill serving himself right in front. You know a million thoughts ran through his head and he even looked at it directly but hes at such a high spiritual level that I dont think hes even 1% phased or thinking somewhere deep down "should I? Could I? Im not that person anymore, 1 won't hurt"

[@AABB-bm9kk]

Brilliant ! Zero Dumbing down! The two made a fascinating and humorous conversation! 👏

[@dewyhinkleyjr8067]

Keep being Bill Maher. No one can do it better than you. I appreciate all your hard work. Smoke one with me . I'm not famous, but a true fan.

[@pod8234]

This is a prime example of why you can’t talk politics with an impaired,addled, mind. Brand is being kind. He could absolutely decimate Bill if he wanted to.

[@jeffchristen2154]

Just because you want to hear that putin is a good guy and poor victim of western evil plans...

[@user-lr6pg7ti7t]

Correct

[@DontLetTheOldManIn]

Decimate.

[@helen9289]

that is not what he does these days only in his comedy would he use sarcasm never to a real person within a real conversation

[@GiuseppeSan]

Russell strikes me as a deep soul who lost himself in hedonism, but changed so that his true voice could be heard.

[@elliemaeclampett2810]

every sinner has a future. every saint has a past.

[@Jell0zz]

When you've seen what hedonism does, by practicing a hedonistic lifestyle yourself, and how it is portrayed/marketed in culture you might become an outspoken critic of the culture.

[@eleanordunne763]

Bill is so dense light bends around him

[@diannemose244]

Good one!

[@HAPPLK]

i can tell Russells talking way to intellectually for Bill to really wrap his head around what hes actually saying. When bill tries to change subject or interrupts its cause hes overwhelmed with the rush of input from Russell, i love this interview tbh, they both have such different personalities its very interesting to see them try to understand and mesh from different sides of the universe, wish rus could have dumbed down his wording to help bill and vise versa bill try think harder, but people are who they are, i always try find the middle ground of situations and these two minds combined togeather would be a perfect middle

[@HughMorristheJoker]

Too much for you. Bill isn't showing off with every sentence.

[@BohemianBeatster]

I've really been enjoying seeing Russel brand interviewed on so many American shows lately. He is very entertaining, and one smart cookie.

[@GroovyKim]

I'm so impressed by Rusell. Never seen him listen so much. He has now become an observer. I've been watching him for a long time. He's always been hyperactive. This is not only hilarious, but so real. I can see his soul settling down now and I can see his wisdom blossoming.

[@pod8234]

He genuinely thinks of Bill as a friend, he’s being gentle😉

[@Mperkins813]

He has by FAR become the most important person in "Hollywood"

[@patriotpoodle]

Of course Russell listen and is a watcher!!! How do you think he gets his Brilliant material!

[@Sparks00psn]

He sees bill as a child. Just so immature as a human. No experience as a person. He’s never been through anything compared to Russell. Just putting him in his place. Listening. Being composed. Restricted. Let him dig his own grave.

[@cindiloowhoo1166]

Love Russell ~ I just have to adjust my playback speed ~ He talk’s faster than I can hear ~ HaH!

[@marywnz2no]

Bill has not even licked the red pill. I enjoyed this though. Russell is brilliant.

[@NiqMal95]

What a beautiful soul and massive self improvement from Russell Brand. Keep going on your spiritual journey, you will meet the true living GOD♥️. I am praying for you

[@TravelCostaRicaNOW]

Wow, 3/4 of the way and now I see how elite Bill doesn't realize he is.

[@britthill9765]

Bill is drunk. Silly drunk and high on Brand. Elite may not actually have anything to do with it.... Or perhaps it has everything to do with it.

[@olyseespotrun8799]

I'm embarrassed for Bill. It's sad his interest in being healthy excludes emotional health. He has no idea that he's actually an unhappy person (deep down), who rants about everything else but what he's actually pissed off about. If he'd face the reality that he's an addict and have the courage to do the work, he'd finally understand why he's emotionally stuck in his teens. People with that much unresolved pain don't age well, especially for everyone around them. Russell, on the other hand, is an inspiration as always, thanks to his courage, personal integrity and emotional intelligence.

[@nancys6004]

Well said!

[@user-cd6yl4uc2q]

As a person who has done the work I am saying it makes for a good life. I wasn’t happy being stoned all the time it’s not a legacy I wanted to leave behind. Sobriety is wonderful I wouldn’t give it up for anything ❤

[@jackblack7850]

Claiming that pleasure is the ultimate goal in life is beyond pathetic. Does he think that is an original thought?

[@Phuzz828]

its clear in the convo with Russell hes emotionally castrated himself and his ego just rambles on willfully and continues to create that vail. Being led by pleasure is really a down and out response & the primordial scapegoat.

[@RandomNooby]

He is high and thusly full of shite, seems happy enough though...

[@JNRoman53]

You guys should get together more often. This was a good -- talk --show that made many good points. Thank you.

[@garyeaton8773]

Russell Brand is a wicked intellect and awesome!

[@bobbykiriakidis9753]

And a rapist apparently

[@airalynsaudade483]

it's great to see someone so expanded in their thinking, so eloquent ..speak with Bill, who is so rigid and caustic in his views. Love the rapid fire of Russell's mind pitted against his limited range.

[@skooziegirl]

Spot on!! Maher can't even comprehend the ideas that RB throws out there. Just a tool....towing the party line. Ironically, political parties being one of the things RB has transcended beyond.

[@airalynsaudade483]

@@skooziegirl Absolutely! So well said. It was refreshing to watch Russell fluidly and effortlessly just bring more of a higher mind into the room. And Bill has been so negative and angry for such a very long time now.

[@misterpibb108]

Nice assessment.