Russell Howard Left Speechless By Podcaster's Heartfelt Story

Russell Howard chats about tragedy in comedy, and reacts to Stevie's heartbreaking story about losing his little boy at the start of the year.
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[@HappyHourPodcast]

This episode with Russell Howard was so diverse - one minute we were laughing about scotch eggs, and the next we were in unexpectedly deep moments such as this. If you didn't see our previous video where Russell told us about the hilarious Tyson Fury prank call - check it out! 🇳🇺

[@saddamhussein8489]

Ok

[@OfficialTomMason]

How did you get him on your podcast?

[@cromo3564]

@@OfficialTomMason probably asked him to come on mate

[@charliejohnson7266]

@@OfficialTomMason he probably wanted to come on to promote his Netflix special

[@LewisBuchan]

russell howard really is such an amazing person to listen to. really inspiring. my full respect to stevie too, top guy.

[@HonestMan112]

one of the funniest comedians too

[@rollaroyce747]

@@HonestMan112 indeed

[@samkstn231]

nonce lol

[@LCT_7]

What an episode, such a nice genuine guy. You lot bounced off each other, was just like mates having a chat.

[@amazantaarchives9289]

They are mates having a chat

[@DayTimeWithJacob]

@@amazantaarchives9289 I doubt they're mates tbf

[@LCT_7]

@@amazantaarchives9289 I doubt they was all mates having just met each other, will be now though

[@SonRob01]

You can tell Russell has so much respect for Stevie because of this

[@connormckenzie9596]

Honestly the way Stevie carried on through the podcasts helped me on a personal level. I went through something similar last year and it still hurts. But seeing other guys battle through the pain makes you realize your not alone. Quality video as always love you guys

[@charliejohnson7266]

Hope everything is okay now pal

[@ozziesfilms]

Hope you’re doing good now mate, talking out isn’t a bad thing! It’s the best thing to do

[@SR2active]

Hope ur good mate

[@ljgizzle]

Being a new Dad myself I really appreciate Stevie talking about such an intimate moment like this and still powering through. I can't think of anything worse, but as Russell said, if you can find some light in those moments you can get through anything. Well done Stevie

[@archiewall124]

Brilliant from Stevie to say something like that publicly, very brave.

[@connorwilson4357]

The way Russel reacts to that story is beautiful, made me tear up a little bit. Always been a massive fan of his and huge kudos for getting him on the show, class pod.

[@jsyrett07898]

stevie shared that annecdote so callously, so almost flippantly and yet so beautifully, as an nhs worker, im so humbled by this clip, my work is a continued reminder day to day of why i do what i love, but this is one of many stories to keep me going

[@caallumb182]

This is just 8 minutes of excellence. Jacks ability to listen is so honest. Russell being so understanding and Stevie’s vulnerability makes this special.

[@TheIrishSniper]

For being a comedian and actor, he's has his way with words. I was listening to this podcast there today and I have neve heard someone speak so passionately about something like Russell. He knows his way with words and seems like a very down to earth person.

[@ghosty3871]

Russell’s understanding and wording of things make a situation almost as beautiful as what Stevie said

[@Lpeakeyx]

I’ve so much respect for stevie for telling that story.

[@dominiccroucher3389]

The most talkative speechless guy I've ever seen.

[@noisyjodie2]

this podcast has so much for diversity of guests and it’s so great, russell howard is a legend!

[@lilso8411]

this made me emotional when I listened to it on spotify, I hope Stevie is doing well I can’t even imagine what it must be like to go through that 💛

[@tailssonicteam1604]

Russell will always be in my top 2 comedians because he's so understanding and I feel like he's genuine. And most of his Comedy stories are personal which makes them funnier

[@gbphermit]

Who’s the other one?

[@tailssonicteam1604]

@@gbphermit Sean lock

[@nufccraig3203]

@@tailssonicteam1604 RIP

[@tailssonicteam1604]

@@nufccraig3203 indeed

[@henrylewis3020]

Takes a bloody strong man to talk about stuff like that, lots of respect💪🏻

[@nickjones2896]

Stevie is an amazing guy. Sometimes the worst things happen to the best people. But he will be ok, like he said.

[@insertgenericusernamehere2402]

I was like Russell, just amazed at the strength stevie was able to show. When my family went through something similar it crushed us and we went into shock. After going through so much himself and now going through this as an adult to show that level of strength is just mind boggling.. Got so much respect for the man. Plus he's a fellow united fan. Can't not like the guy. If you read this buddy I hope you have yourself a great holiday. You're a rock and if you haven't been told it today you're fucking awesome.

[@Jonathan12hfjd]

Unlike the other comment that is spam I wish you a great holiday

[@shaunapowley9845]

All the love in the world to Stevie and his partner 💕 my husband and I went through something similar. We both have always wanted a dog to join our family and we were delaying getting one until we had finished having children as we didn’t want to have a super young baby around an energetic puppy! Anyway things didn’t work out with this particular pregnancy and we were sitting in the waiting room (waiting for a similar procedure) and he turned to me and said ‘ah well, at least we can get a dog now’. Honestly in that moment it felt like the dark clouds that had been hanging over us since we found out the bad news had parted and the sun had finally come out again. That one comment from him (which may well have seemed heartless and inappropriate to some) made me feel like everything was going to be okay, we sat and laughed in the waiting room and must have seemed completely mad to those around us, but to laugh after so many days of just darkness was so freeing and all the weight that had been on our shoulders was finally starting to ease. It was beautiful, laughter is beautiful and will forever be the best medicine ☺️ again all the best to Stevie and his Mrs 🥰

[@Naomi-ns1lo]

Hope you're doing OK ❤️

[@barrelwolf]

Simply amazing

[@Festyboy21]

Russell is so different in real life to tv. He seems so deep and down to earth.

[@SR2active]

It tends to be like that with most

[@Jokyusan]

You know, I've always felt that Russell Howard is such an undervalued national hero. He needs a bigger platform and his voice needs to be put out much more to the world - he really spreads a whole lot of happiness.

[@Alex-lg9zb]

Got a new-found respect for Howard after listening to this ep. Such a genuine, down to earth guy

[@mattle841]

My favourite comedian

[@606808909]

Got to admit not been a massive fan of Russell's stand up but loved good news. Regardless of what I think of the guy watching him on here made me realise his finger is on the pulse and very intelligent down to earth guy.

[@joemudd2778]

I’ve got a still born brother and for Stevie to say it like that makes me feel like I can cope with his bday being in a week and everything is going to be okay and also Stevie I didn’t realise that had happened feel so sorry for you fella it’s horrific

[@Alex-cw3rz]

It's interesting how he talk about his wife's miscarriage and how comedy gave a little reprieve from that awful event as Only Fools and Horses did this quite a lot, having three 1hour and half long specials on the pregnancy, miscarriage and dealing with the miscarriage of Rodney and his wife Cassandra baby and it's one of the funniest comedies of all time, they have two other episodes on two funeral for two other characters in the show (grandad and uncle albert) and both the actors had died in real life, adding so much more too such a sad event and both episodes are beyond hilarious, while paying respect and really getting the deeper meaning of dealing with death. Another one would be the ending of Blackadder Goes Forth, such a poignant ending that hasn't really been matched.

[@BellsyNUFC]

One of the best comedians out there

[@BethFrecks]

Bloody love Russel Howard. Used to watch his Good News when I was about 14 years old or whatever and thought he was genuine and hilarious. He is a brilliant guest!

[@SWJ_]

First of all big love to Stevie, to be the positive effervescent man that he is despite the tough times he’s been through is a true reflection of how amazing his soul is ❤️ Secondly, Russell Howard is such an interesting man this episode is one of my favourites now. The man is much more than a comedian, he’s a wordsmith and a philosopher who happens to be very naturally funny. He should have his own podcast I’d love to hear his deconstruction of life and the humour he finds in it more regularly.

[@fir34rr0wx]

So sorry to hear that! Was listening on Spotify had to come here for the clip too. My mum passed away 5 years ago, it was the hardest time of my life and after her funeral at the wake, I cracked a few random jokes that got a laugh and it lifted the rest of the afternoon, the hardest day of my life became a tiny bit easier for me, my brother and my family. Laughter might not heal but for a few moments you forget all worrys.

[@charliemartn]

I hope things get better for you. Sorry for your loss

[@jakebluemoon]

I miss late night watching BBCTHREE and Russell Howard’s good news. What a channel bring it back to TV with all the best shows

[@kdburner7356]

fucking hell. never did i think Russel would be this insightful and deep, this had be tearing up lmao

[@jonny5738]

Love you Stevie, wishing u the best

[@ejjrl1ify]

Quite possibly my favourite conversation I’ve heard in years. Thanks fellas. ❤️

[@morii2078]

love this guy man im only 16 but ive watched him since i was 10.

[@roberthoyle830]

Russell Howard is a national treasure. Love the ‘merrrrrr’ story about his family he tells on one of his shows 😂

[@roryreynolds6057]

Love Russel Howard genuine bloke and 1 of my favourite comedians

[@finlay4806]

This was an incredible moment, one of the most memorable to date on the happy hour pod.

[@ionasmith1998]

Jesus I cannot imagine the pain of going through a stillbirth. Oh Stevie

[@neilson4348]

always loved russell howard such a great genuine nice guy

[@ben__27]

This pod showed a totally awesome down to earth side to russell howard

[@chaniphillips9197]

Brave of Stevie shared his heartbreaking story, my half did something similar when I lost my baby last year

[@superdrwholock]

Top guys. Stevie's story was a beautiful moment, what a guy. This made me want to share something: me and my friend make jokes about being transgender that honestly we'd never say to anyone lol, like it's quite dark jokes but it just helps us get through the tough times. She's a trans woman, I'm a trans guy, and I'm lucky enough to have a family who have come to terms with it, but her family are still making it difficult for her to be around them, and for some reason making these really dark jokes just helps alleviate that crap you know? Like once she was messaging me and crying and after quite a deep chat I said a joke (won't repeat it, it's an inside thing) and she said it made her feel better and that made me feel like I'd helped which made me happy and it's just a lovely thing like Russell said. No one has to hear those jokes, we would never purposefully hurt someone else by repeating it, we just know that we're both comfortable with it and it really helps us deal with those tough times when people in our lives are giving us grief lol

[@maiax2005]

I always say this but I admire how Russel speaks , he's so eloquent

[@Bajaisus]

RUSSELL HOWARD SPEECHLESS!!! also russell: non stop talking beautiful ep.

[@smcvids814]

Cut through all the bull shit of this world and listen to that brief and real conversation between a guy who had to see his Mrs go through something that I won't even attempt to describe. And a comic who just gets real emotion and see them laugh about it, In the absolute right context gives me so much hope for humanity.

[@mrjawbones360]

Fantastic clip with fantastic people. Beautiful interaction between you three and so brave of Stevie to speak out about what happened. Russell’s reaction was incredible too. A very heartwarming conversation- need more in this world…

[@Enigma1892]

My new fav podcast for sure

[@marcus5977]

Russel Howard talks like me and my mates do at 4am at Reading fest with our jaws swinging...allegedly

[@mayk6529]

wow he is really well spoken

[@1ChxnceLxnce]

Bro so sorry to hear about that ☹️ I wish you and your missis many blessings. And my belief is that your child is in a better place. 👊🏽

[@camsherred2038]

Russell Howard is such an intelligent, well mannered guy and I like is horrifically under rated

[@Automalice]

wow this video added a little more to my perception of russell. the raw and natural ability he has to connect to you guys is beautiful to see. i could listen to him talking about life for hours

[@nathangrant1111]

loved this one, Russell Howard seems likely a lovely guy

[@RabbitTeaPot]

I do t know if Stevie ever spoke about that before because I don’t have Spotify so I’ve missed a lot of the newer Happy hour podcasts but jeeez, he’s amazing 💜 anyone who can carry on after something like that is. Much love from Glasgow

[@teddybott3258]

My gf is a training midwife, and she’s had to deal with that same situation but from the other end of where she was the one delivering the lost baby. She was also supposed to have an older brother but the same thing happened with her mum. When I picked her up in the morning she just cried the most I’d ever seen her cry because she felt guilty that she had to put that family through what they had been through even though it wasn’t her fault. I pray nothing like that ever happens to us or anyone else but I’m so glad to see the resilience of some who can bounce back from something so horrific. I feel so much for the people who can’t and hope they find peace someday.

[@JJJackson777]

2:58 - 4:18 are pure words of wisdom, especially in light of the chappelle palaver recently. It's so easy to forgot how important Russel's been to the modern UK comedy scene - idk about anyone else but he was basically the reason i thought BBC Three was the best thing on TV.

[@Reeshspieces]

I can’t believe you got him on!! Love this man

[@slaxxxer]

I cried.....

[@hassana6037]

Honestly just started crying like a baby at this part of the podcast. Bless you all and quality podcast as per!

[@georgemann4331]

first time i ever watched a russell howard clip, i loved him and it was years ago, such a warm genuine guy and it translates here too, lovely to see!!

[@philjohnston828]

Hope you get Russell on again in the future. Listened to the whole episode on Spotify when it first dropped and enjoyed it so so much. You three had such great chemistry and I know Russell even said towards the end of the podcast he had such a fun time on here and really liked you guys. If I’m remembering it correctly didn’t he say he was touring around Australia, New Zealand, America and Europe in 2022? So maybe you guys could get him on again after that tour as I’m sure he would have plenty of fun stories to tell about that :)

[@danknibbs7540]

Easily the best podcast yet. Well done guys 👍🏼

[@TheDjd111]

Finally got to see Russell Howard Live around October 2019 before Covid one of my favorite comedians of all time so cool he's on the podcast

[@chadywood]

Good old Stevie White. What a great fella ❤

[@jackhines7293]

I love Russell Howard's veiw on life

[@callumwinters6231]

This is up there with one of the best episode's loved listening to it it just seemed to flow and everyone all seemed to work

[@zddegs5118]

Favourite episode in a while really liked the vibe of this one

[@koreyeversfield2649]

Listen to this as soon as it came out. A beautiful story from stevie and shows his heart. Love the boys. Love Russell so much. Amazing pod. Merry Christmas boys

[@pmcglinchey]

Thank you for russel howard content

[@nearlynerds]

This is a beautiful video ♥️

[@Uxifiedd]

Beautiful

[@kingcal4205]

Good lads all round 👏🏻

[@rollaroyce747]

Brilliant stuff lads

[@amyhatto4420]

What a lovely clip ❤️

[@gwebs9582]

Best guest I’ve heard on here

[@blackdog_crazy]

This is why I love Russel

[@courtney6168]

Best guy on the pod❤️❤️

[@nthnhbsn1909]

I've not been a fan of Russell's comedy for a number of years at this point but what a sorted bloke he is.

[@lewisblank9475]

He seems to be wise beyond his years, big up himself 🙏

[@saddamhussein8489]

Hes not that young

[@cameronpalk5463]

The crossover I didn’t knew I needed

[@stevelander5218]

Such a wonderful story. My ex wife went through the same thing in 2008 when we lost a child to anencephaly, so I can understand the pain they must have been in. Such a brilliant way of dealing with the situation

[@juankerr0591]

Well said 👏

[@BobbyDB]

Russel Howard is an absolute legend

[@Blife96]

Possibly the best clip ive ever seen on your podcast !! Love this jack

[@dean8793]

Tussle Howard's good news was one of the best comedy stand up shows ever made by far

[@iiSnappZz]

What a bloke

[@hannibalking5028]

Love russel!

[@cypher4242]

My favourite episode so far! Massive fan of all three of you guys! Have an amazing Christmas guys🎅🏼

[@artvid-1915]

Loved this moment ❤️

[@olliewalton361]

Proper nice bloke is Russell

[@danielvalentine2453]

Clever guy Russell

[@cumboward]

Not at all speechless. Full of speech if anything

[@Treeplot]

Honestly would have killed myself ages ago if I didn't go out of my way to find things which genuinely make me laugh, comedy is such a beautiful artform.

[@MattWatchesVideos]

Cheers for sharing that Stevie. My partner and I went through the same earlier this year. I appreciate the vulnerability in telling that little story, and helps me feel less alone

[@bradleycassar7926]

Love the guest and love your vids jack

[@vicvaughn9034]

upload full videos to spotify

[@adruk5587]

The disrespect of not using stevie’s name in the title is outrageous