Notorious Conspiracy Theorist Faces 'Brand New' Claims | Russell Brand Case Analysis

[@therightshoe8040]

one side note that’s interesting to me - i became clean after heavy drug use for 35 years i’ve been clean for 2 years now first time in my life - during my hideous withdrawal which lasted about 6 months ( not the acute withdrawal the post nightmarish prolonged chronic withdrawal that i wouldn’t wish on my worst enemy) i read his book often about getting through and becoming sober - who suggested this book to me ? an AA speaker who had been clean for 25 years and said Russel Brands book was one of the better books about getting clean that he’d read - and it was it was REAL and it comforted me during some of the worst panic attacks I wish to never be familiar with again

[@bellsina7150]

Congratulations on becoming clean. That is a huge hurdle, and you're one of the few that made it. My daughter has been an addict since she was in her teens. She's 33. She has tried and failed numerous times to become clean. She's homeless now, I have custody of her daughter who is five. I haven't talked to her in months, it breaks my heart. I tried so hard to help her, I got her an apartment, got her jobs, ended up having to pay for her rent for some of the time, then ended up having to take her daughter, I often thought. Is this ever going to end?!. I had to step back and let her fall flat on her face and still she has not gotten clean. Some people just can't do it but as long as she's breathing there is hope. I don't know how your parents were, or the people that you loved were as far as codependent, but I was really doing the wrong thing by thinking I was helping her. But on the other hand I wanted her to have a chance. It just didn't work. Again, congratulations! I hope you never go back to that crap. I hope you take that addiction and turn it into an addiction of helping other people or speaking to other ppl! I wish you all the best in the years to come and hope you can pack a lot into these sober years of your life.

[@kathleenobara3229]

@@bellsina7150- I will pray for your daughter … must break your heart 😢

[@MoneyStrategiesSOULutions]

He really has a good heart.

[@JaxonSmithers]

I’m right behind you, trying to sober up after 35 years of drug use myself. Thanks for a little hope!

[@colinlarson9656]

Well said @therightshoe8040, so many people who have not walked a mile through an addicts shoes vilifying a man over a subject they are blissfully ignorant on. Congratulations on your two years. I know the feeling of the long game withdrawal and it is a thing of nightmares, only you continue to wake up in said nightmare until months or years later you realize you have finally come out the other side. Keep it up!

[@LK-tp2le]

I'm definitely no fan of RB but I think saying he doesnt have a good understanding of drugs and addiction is inaccurate. His contribution to helping people overcome addiction after going through 12 steps himself is one of the things he has done well.

[@saythankyou111]

Yes I agree 👀🇺🇸

[@MsHellcat08]

Yes, lots of judgement about his former drug use...that's a cheap shot imo. And no, I'm not a fan of RB

[@trala8911]

No, his arrange on his stance against methadone, despite repeatedly being told by others that his experience didn’t mirror their own or everyone else’s, speaks volumes. He isn’t educated about addiction, he just has a lot of lived experience, is reasonably intelligent, and is good at writing things that sound intellectual, even when they actually aren’t.

[@jordanschug]

Totally, he's helped a lot in that arena

[@andoletube]

Regardless of whatever insight he possesses now, He wasn't that person at the time of these alleged offences. IMO, RB has no business claiming absolutes on anything. He knows how destructive his decisions were at that time, he knows his thinking at the time was disordered, his recollections are next to useless because he was off his skull on substances. I think this is a case where RB would be better served to settle the cases where possible, admit that he made a lot of mistakes at that time and that he has worked hard to improve himself, and take his legal medicine. I, for one, can't take any statement about all his sexual encounters being 100% consensual seriously at all. How on earth would he know with his history? His level of empathy and awareness as a rampant drug user makes it essentially worthless - he's really just saying every woman enjoyed her time with him - which fits with his narcissistic personality.

[@G0on]

"Technically a celebrity" may be true in the USA, but you'd be hard-pressed to find someone over the age of 25 in the UK who doesn't know Russell Brand.

[@danhalo1405]

The only reason why i and probably most other people ever heard about this guy is because he dated Katy Perry at some point. And only because you dated someone that was a really famous celebrity at some point doesn't mean that you are a big imoprtant celebrity

[@jezabell]

I knew about him but I love British humor and British TV shows. I think Russell is hilarious and extremely intelligent, I would dare say talented 😂

[@mmmissmiss3356]

Or lots of people in Europe know Russell Brand and like him too.

[@robashfield8029]

You are so wrong in your assessment of Russell Brand.

[@carnifaxx]

@@danhalo1405 I don't know Katy Perry as an artist, only as an ex-wife of Russell. And I know Russell because of Noel Fielding :D

[@skyhawk_4526]

I normally agree with Dr Grande's assessments, but I've been following Brand for the last year or so. He does use some hyperbole and might have opinions that are a bit radical, but I definitely don't agree that his takes are "incoherent" or "nonsensical." He actually cites news stories and publishers and researchers when he addresses issues and he seems quite thoughtful and careful to state that his opinions are just opinions, and he's been very critical of both the left and the right when it comes to policy and governance. He's an eccentric and flamboyant character, and that's off-putting to a lot of people, but I think he's being unfairly criticized here. I don't think he plays the victim, and I don't think he suggests others should either. He's been very open about his personal shortcomings and poor decision-making when it comes to his past promiscuity and substance abuse, and he uses those experiences to warn others to avoid going down that path. He probably is somewhat narcissistic (like nearly every content creator on KZbin) and he seems boisterous and extraverted, but he also seems genuine and someone who struggles to know the truth, and never claims to his viewers to have all the answers. One of his tag lines, in fact, is, "That's just what I think. You tell me what you think." I don't think there's anything disingenuous about that.

[@AJLORACLE]

Completely agree!,,

[@andrewphillips969]

Yeah, this is NOT Dr. Grande’s best work. I like his content, but I’m disappointed in this. It feels like he doesn’t agree with Brand and he’s just trashing him. He made it seem like the guy wasn’t even famous before his KZbin channel, and that’s not so

[@kimcat7320]

I agree

[@dianadenman5637]

Agree. Very disappointed in Dr. Grande

[@littlecatfeet9064]

Do you think it’s weird that he has no negative or even neutral comments on his channel? I’ve watched a few of his videos and no one gets 100% positive comments. That means someone is deleting them. No, I’m not suggesting that means he’s guilty of SA but it might be a window into his ego and his relationship with the truth.

[@melfreemans]

Paparazzi do whatever it takes to get an aggressive reaction from celebrities. There was a story of a celebrity punching a paparazzi, but what wasn't common knowledge was the photographer intentionally tripped the guys girlfriend, causing her to fall, to instigate the reaction. Anytime i hear about a person "assaulting" a paparazzi i take it with a grain of salt.

[@thedarknessunderneathpodca6366]

When I was a kid I remember one of them pinching a celebrity woman's ass so her and her celebrity bf would look at him and he could take a photo. They are often lowlifes and I wouldn't blame somebody for beating or killing one in some of these aggressive instances.

[@michelleobrien6996]

Plus if the paparazzi are within striking range that in itself indicates the paparazzi invaded personal space.

[@thedarknessunderneathpodca6366]

@@michelleobrien6996 you are brilliant and no I am not being a sarcastic dick. That would make an awesome video game. Your a celebrity who has to kick the shit out of paparazzi.

[@melfreemans]

@@michelleobrien6996 absolutely!!!!

[@isabellacullin4884]

Lady Diana 😢

[@Saylor_On_Shore]

Brand has spoken and written extensively on his addictions and the importance of taking responsibility and reaching out for help through programs like AA. I know Dr Grande can’t possibly know everything about the subjects of a brief daily video, but this was a pretty big oversight that impacted his opinion on Brand’s addiction and sobriety. Just a good reminder that there’s usually more to a story than the initial media reaction.

[@roxannespahr2804]

Agree, he has def contributed a lot to help alot on addiction.

[@manleynelson9419]

​@@cht2162how would you know I've been in AA and na for 30 years and Russell Brand is amazing

[@poindextertunes]

@@cht2162you might have a misunderstanding of the traditions there bud

[@f.miller801]

Why would anyone care to search something when the main stream media have already sentenced him.

[@jasonfield3903]

Thank 🙏❤️🙏You.

[@kidatheart2490]

This might be one of the rare instances where Dr. Grande's personal biases might have shown through. I've never seen Russell in a movie, nor his standup, so I can't comment. But I do think that Dr. Grande's takes on Russell's addiction recovery and conspiracy theories were unfair. Russel may have, at one time, held immature beliefs about addiction and looked to blame the substances. But in the last few years, I've seen a very mature stance on addiction from him. He seems genuinely humbled, balanced, and engaged in spreading love. As far as "conspiracies" and "lack of talent" go, "speaking nonsense", I would say that is also unfair. His fact finding videos are very concise, persuasive, and thorough. He shows all of his sources and doesn't miss-represent or distort them, and honestly, seems to have less bias and distortion in finding the truth, than what I saw from Dr. Grande in this video. Does he also make conspiracy videos? Maybe, I haven't watched enough of his videos to know. But when he goes on Bill Maher and rattles of pages of stats that go against mainstream narrative, this to me can only be described as courageous.

[@zyrrhos]

Well said. Really disappointed in this distorted take by Dr. Grande.

[@Malphoria]

Thank you for this comment. I hope Dr. Grande acknowledges his, most likely, insufficient research in regard to Brand. He really turned his life around and has become a role model for many struggling with addiction. Brand isn’t into wellness in a pseudoscientific way. As you mention, Brand typically backs up his beliefs with evidence and is all-around eloquent in his delivery. This being said, I obviously have no way to verify the validity of the allegations made against Brand, but it is sad to hear that somebody who has been a beacon of hope for a lot of people in recovery is still dealing with the fallout of his reckless past.

[@trouaconti7812]

Dr Grande is also hungry for viewership so in a way he’s throwing these breadcrumbs to catch any windfall from mainstream media scandals. He presents an artificial ballance so he doesn’t upset too much any angle of his viewership while giving what is expected and sprinkling some dry humor on top. After watching him for some time I got his schtick and moved on but I don’t blame him at all. It’s all business.

[@altFEL181]

Clearly, he’s been paid for this video :) I am unsubscribing. So disappointed.

[@MoneyStrategiesSOULutions]

Agree 100%. This makes me almost not watch him anymore. This is a bit disturbing and dangerous too maybe.

[@ndwknss]

It always surprises me when intellectuals and influencers use the term 'conspiracy theorist' negatively. Why is it that someone who takes opposition to the mainstream narrative on any subject is automatically a conspiracy theorist and therefore someone who should be silenced. Its ridiculous and yet here we are.

[@QAlba1074]

How do you immediately dismiss any type of fact, discussion, correlation of events or legitimate dialog? Call it a "conspiracy theory".

[@axxa5000]

Thomas Sowell is right about the so-called intellectuals in society.

[@celeca7]

@@Seth547 Why? Did he rape you?

[@symmetrie_bruch]

i agree it´s somewaht misleading at first glance, there are and were actual true conspiracies after all. the difference is, once a conspiracy is backed up by reliable sources and/or scientific fact, it stops beeing a conspiracy "theory" and becomes just common knowledge, you might also call it conspiracy fact. but generelly we all know what we mean when we label someone a conspiracy theorist. somebody who´s credulous, who lacks any kind of critical thinking skills, who has no concept of bayesian reasoning or the scientific method in general, somebody who doesn´t know how to evaluate truth claims. disagreeing with someome, is not silencing, that´s called disagreeing with someone. it´s really not that hard. it´s not rediculous at all. russel brand meets all the criteria stated above + a veeery healthy dose of dunning kruger effect bolstered by his idiot following. that´s also not to say that he only and exclusively talks nonsense or hasn´t done anything good ever. he´s just a conspiracy theorist and an idiot as well.

[@tedcrilly46]

Conspiracy theorist doesn't refer to those who sincerely disagree with the occasional mainstream take. Conspiracy theorist refers to those who base their identify around multiple opinions which are counter to the mainstream, and use these contrary opinions as a means of attention seeking. Basically those people who put ego before honest objectivity. Normally they won't have other means of receiving attention, such as talent or insights. So decide to just not shut about certain events instead. Also they typically categorize reasonable theories together with complete nonsense, for example you will find them discussing a reasonable theory such as a Mafia murder in the same breath as some quackery about big foot. The Mafia exists as a conspiracy, therefore conspiracies exist, therefore you can't dismiss my attention seeking nonsense about the CIA and Bigfoot. Well yes, we can.

[@mesteme]

I'm on the fence here and I may admittedly be assuming too much, but I'm under the impression that Dr. Grande may not entirely be a fan of Brand 😂😅

[@rnsteve2265]

He hates anybody and everybody that isn't a leftist.

[@jenanne31]

🤣🤣🤣

[@roxannespahr2804]

I think there is definitely a bias here🤔

[@jeltoninc.8542]

He is sad Russell bangs 10s and he bangs a plastic bag full of mayo.

[@cherylsroka6947]

I think it's political bias. Anyone who questions MSM, or the current administration, gets their KZbin channel, social media account and credibility cancelled.

[@imbatman8472]

i never liked him but i don't want to live in a world where accusations alone can land you in prison.

[@thelogicaldanger]

He has not been criminally, or even civilly, charged with anything. FYI, he was quietly fired from a show back in 2018 over sexual assault allegations.

[@imbatman8472]

@@thelogicaldanger what about the guy from that 70's show

[@thelogicaldanger]

@@imbatman8472 I didn't follow Masterson's case, so I'm not sure all the evidence that was presented. From the little I've seen in the headlines, it seems the testimony from the ex-scientologist guy about how the Church of Scientology helped cover up for Masterson and told the women they couldn't go to the police (without facing repercussions from the church) is what did him in--not just a he said/she said situation.

[@danae-rain3019]

Well that's great genius CAUSE YOU FREAKING DONT LIVE IN A WORLD WHERE ACCUSATIONS SEND YOU TO PRISON. For fucks sake people are complete idiots.

[@IndescribablyMe]

I mean he did imply that the crack was making him act a certain way

[@amylamb3893]

If allegations are true it seems that law enforcement should investigate instead of news sources. Ridiculous that accuser stay secret but accused has all income cut off without a real court trial.

[@wintercame]

SA victims names are usually withheld and especially in this case you can figure why. Plus justice is not normally served well in SA. There has long been circulating word of Brand's sexual behavior. This is not new.

[@ThePrincessnady1]

He’s a rapist honey x

[@edmundstrunkis1886]

Not all of them stayed anonymous ! Russell is definitely guilty! He seems selfish. shameless and self-serving !

[@julieme7927]

@@edmundstrunkis1886 so if you get accused of something, people should just assume it's true before any kind of inquiry and you should lose everything you've worked for? Hopefully you're a recluse and don't ever go out in public because I promise you there's someone out there that doesn't like you and this kind of situation sets a very scary precedent.

[@philipwebb8297]

Russell Brand Legacy Media Witch-Hunt. Cry “Havoc” And let slip the dogs of war! Julius Caesar, Act III, Scene 1. The Sunday Times and Channel 4’s Dispatches published a “joint investigation” accusing Russell Brand of rape, sexual-assault. (What about flagellation, necrophilia and bestiality too? But I guess they’d be flogging a dead horse there!) So, Russell Brand is the latest target of a: “Cancel-Kulture Purge!” And there is a seemingly endless list of victims: Donald Trump, Elon Musk, Jordon Peterson, Nigel Farage, Tommy Robinson, Terry Gilliam, Julian Assange! Anyone who dares question the Globalist Marxist New World Order! My wife now has Alzheimer’s! It kicked in very soon after she’d had her 2nd Covid-19 jab in April 2021! And Alzheimer's cannot be cured! One day she’ll die from it! Many people are becoming Ill and many are dying because of that damn awful Covid-19 vaccination and that big Covid-19 con, that Russell Brand (and others) are now exposing! And it’s not just Alzheimer's but other bad things as well! Lots of bad things! Blood-clots, stroke, cancer, heart-disease, ME! And all that stupid sex stuff is a smoke screen! A blind alley! Ying and Yang? The male response to the female shape is the human race’s life insurance policy. Those damn females’ who are dishing out the dirt are typical woke apparatchiks. Puppets who I wouldn’t trust as far as I could throw them! And now people have to prove that they are innocent. And by the time they do that it’s years and years later and all the damage has been done! Damn the awful legacy media! Damn the awful journalist/s! May they rot in the lowest levels of hell! My poor little wife! Keep up the good work Russell! And now KZbin have stuck their dagger into his back! Demonetarized him! Its all so obvious just what they are doing! Oh, and now our “wonderful” BBC have stuck the knife in too! Bless them!

[@ohnoohyeah3205]

All it takes to be a conspiracy theorist is to think the government and media are full of sh-t. So we're either a dullard or a CT. Pick one.

[@symmetrie_bruch]

that´s not how that works, it´s this kind of simplistic thinking that just makes you look stupid. there´s no such thing as "the government" or "the media" there are only people making claims. you evaluate those claims on their own merits regardless of who says them. sure you can adjust your priors by the information you have about the person making the claim, but that´s only one small aspect of figuring out what´s true or not. take a perpetual liar like trump for example. on the whole he´s full of shit, most of the time. but that doesn´t mean, he can´t also speak the truth by accident. also the other way around; just because newton also believed in spirits and fairies and alchemy, doesn´t mean that the principia wasn´t a monumental intellectual achivement that certainly pushed humanity a bit forward.

[@lenalena1683]

Dr Grande delete comments that he doesn't like?😀

[@symmetrie_bruch]

@@lenalena1683 he must be very bad at it then, there are tons of triggered consipiracy sheep throwing a tantrum in this comments section.

[@bandit_six5418]

Uh no. Conspiracy theorists decide a conclusion is absolutely true, then seek evidence that they think supports their conclusion, while denying any evidence against it. Anything against the conclusion is typically rolled into the conspiracy.

[@glennthompson1971]

Not really. CTs think all people are coordinating some campaign against them - all politicians, or all scientists - which is utter nonsense. They don’t understand that many politicians are fighting for them, but in a system where gigantic bribes from billionaires and major corporations tilts the political landscape against the little guy. Or they don’t understand scientists are individuals with a passion for discovering what is true, and when they reach an overwhelming consensus, they are almost always correct. CTs make problems in society worse by allowing themselves to be easily misdirected into blaming groups who are not the actual problem & typically embrace far right positions instead. So true with media, where folks like Murdoch own multinational News empires which push anti-government and anti-democratic nonsense and anti-journalism because it results in voting patterns that helps Murdoch accumulate more wealth and power. So CTs rail against news sources that do not share their learned biases.

[@kobweb2994]

It’s misleading to throw in “lizard people conspiracies.” He speaks a lot about big pharma, mainstream media and current politics. The fact the media outlet took the initiative and not the women should also factor in to the assessment.

[@juliestrom412]

Yeah l never heard of the lizard people. He seems to love freedom. He does a very good job at exposing the abundant hypocrisy of the left, which is world wide now.

[@DrSpooglemon]

Dr Grande just showing his normie credentials.

[@Raven_57]

💯

[@pansophia93]

It's the vanguard and blackrock "conspiracies" that got Russell in trouble

[@annehughes4663]

Really!!

[@annaandrea8320]

People should wait for the justice system to figure out what is true and what is false before casting blame. Everyone was so eager to cancel and ruin Johnny Depp and we all know how that case turned out in the end… Her dog stepped on a bee.

[@stephielulu9096]

😆

[@ronnie926]

I hope they present some actual evidence other than the word of the alleged victims, because nowadays you can literally be sentenced to 30 years, just by the word of your accusers about something that allegedly happened 20 years ago (see Danny Masterson case)

[@SteveJonesOwnsDSP]

People are able to judge allegations based on someone's past actions and character references -- Russell Brand's drug abuse, personality disorders, and conspiracy thinking do him no favors in terms of credibility.

[@traceymitchell6619]

@@SteveJonesOwnsDSP If they have enough evidence to charge and he ends up in court his past is going to be really damaging because there are tons of footage of him being sexually inappropriate towards women, being accused of rape with a sex addiction along with everything else. He will get destroyed in court.

[@annaandrea8320]

​@@SteveJonesOwnsDSPBut anonymous women who choose to go to the media instead of the police have credibility, right?

[@tibbar1000]

Tell you what; say something KZbin doesn’t like, get demonetized , analyze your own situation and I will start watching your videos again.

[@Harleyy18]

Taking drugs to begin with is a “choice,” but no addiction is not any type of choice and not a single person expects to become nor wants to become an addict. I honestly hate when people with no skin in the game or any experience with actual addiction speak on the topic so matter of fact. As someone who works with addicts for a living, some of what you said was correct but much of it was behind a very clear curtain of ignorance imo. That’s not anyone’s fault because addiction is way too complex to ever fully understand unless you have first hand experience yourself. But people don’t realize just how wrong their perceptions and ideas of addicts and addiction actually are.

[@lords6263]

Technically no one has any free will since their actions are all pre-determined by genes and their environment. So in a sense you're technically correct. Beyond that though, you should stick to Hip Hop and leave the difficult brain stuff to others.

[@EmiFromMars]

As an addict myself(sober now for 6 years) i couldn't agree more. Its only a choice at the beginning... addiction is so complex it just isnt as black and white as some would like to believe- alot of people just don't see that, unless youve been there or been close to someone in active addiction can you you start to understand the complexities - and not every case is the same. I think people need to have more empathy.

[@LDiamondz]

​​@@EmiFromMars You're right. Unless it's you, or someone very close to you, you don't really know what addiction is like. It might start out as a choice, but turns into the monster you never saw coming. It's so very painful for the addict and those that love them. It's hard to describe. Dr. G's bio says ( or used to say) he worked as a drug counselor. Empathy is important, but very painful. If you really care. Congratulations on getting and staying clean! Just keep doing what you're doing. I wish you all the best in life. You deserve it! Thank you. ❤

[@Malphoria]

*matter-of-factly asserts that nobody has freedom of choice bc of nature and nurture* *insults somebody for stating their opinion drawn from their first-hand life experience* I guess “difficult brain stuff” isn’t @lords6263 forte either.

[@LDiamondz]

@Harleyy18 Thank you for setting a lot of people straight about addiction, and the stigma that goes along with it. Nobody ever expects to become addicted, and they certainly didn't choose to be. It can happen to almost anyone, and if someone thinks it can't, they should keep their, apparent, disdain to themselves. You never know when a loved one might find themselves addicted. So, have some empathy. "There but for the grace of god....." ❤ ❤

[@sharonlarge7908]

I recommend you read his books and watch his videos! I don’t agree with everything he says- but he is interesting and brings out very good points- just because you may not agree - doesn’t make him a conspiracy theorist! I wish we can get back to allowing people to have differing opinions without canceling them! This cancel culture has to end- fast! We all learn so much more!

[@dr1flush]

I still like that 70s show but that doesn't change reality

[@rnsteve2265]

Facts

[@paulharker7184]

Nobody will ever learn anything from Brand. He is a totally ignorant, narcissistic ignoramus.

[@eirenmist2301]

Yes, indeed, and when did things change so much that people can no longer repent and reform themselves and try to redeem their past transgressions? He has certainly been trying to do that. Dr. Grande did not research his subject with any kind of depth or he would have discovered that. Lately, it appears that Grande is driven to produce commentary on current trendy topics so quickly and in a way that he thinks of as cleverly that he often loses the objectivity a true therapist or analyst needs to have. If he cannot give the time and thought to research a subject well, he needs not to opine because it's someone's life he is dealing with.

[@montemezzi75]

The problem is, the number of "good points" got smaller and smaller, and the amount of hot air got larger and larger. Some of it was definitely conspiracy theory stuff, but I can see how people who followed him from the start gradually got drawn down the rabbit hole without being aware of it.

[@cefoye]

I've watched Russell's videos quite often and still don't see where he is "pushing conspriracy theories". He will bring things up, break them down, and let viewers come to their own conclusion. He usually doesn't even say whether or not he believes it. But I think even Dr. Grande would even agree with many of the discussions he has. The conspiracy stuff is a very small part of what he talks about.

[@ThePrincessnady1]

Who cares? He’s a rapist.

[@Nok112]

“Dr.” Grande doesn’t care about that. He’d rather just misinform good viewers and make them believe Russell Brand is some horrible crazy man.

[@dork7546]

May I ask which one of Brand's conspiracy theories sounds like something Dr. Grande would believe? Honestly Russell Brand comes off as just a boring version of Alex Jones. Same kind of dead brain, made up shit only that unlike Jones, Brand tries to seem somewhat reasonable instead of acting like an over the top cartoon character, which in all honesty, makes his content even more tedious to watch.

[@bravesirkevin]

@@dork7546 That makes me think you've never actually watched a Russell Brand video... being an over-the-top cartoon character is his modus operandi. Also, I really don't think it's accurate to call Russell Brand a conspiracy theorist, at least not by the traditional definition of that term. The traditional idea of a conspiracy theorist is someone who believes that a clandestine power is operating behind the scenes to control the world from the shadows, and that's not Russell's thing at all. Instead, he's more concerned with corruption in the media, politics and big business. He spends most of his time mocking news organisations for failing to report on things, and politicians who are caught lying or big businesses that have been caught doing shady things and have managed to avoid the consequences because the media has failed to report on it.

[@willnill7946]

Kobe Bryant’s accuser went to the police the next day and had blood evidence. I think it’s strange people pick and choose their outrage based on the individual and agenda

[@maxalberts2003]

Welcome to the 21st Century.

[@tron.44]

Exactly. People really fell for Kobe's distraction technique, where he spins a ball and all the accusations went away. That and he had a ton of money, which is perfect if you want to stay out of jail. Russell should be able to do the same trick.

[@johnmike121]

Kobe got karma

[@shitmandood]

It just started. Give it time and probably more women from recent engagements will be coming out of the woodwork.

[@Aaron-kj8dv]

tbf, the Kobe case was in like 2003 right? somewhere around that time. It's not really fair to compare reactions now to reactions then. The world is just different and waaaay more people have a voice now. There was no Twitter, Facebook, or any other social media platform in the way there is now so all of the opinions are really the media's opinions.

[@Kalleesto]

I hate this 'guilty till proven innocent' bs. It boils my blood at how immature, arrogant and smug the general public gets around these things, not to mention how big business caters to those disgusting, sub-par mindsets. Johnny Depp's career is ruined as is Kevin Spacey's. Now - just imagine if he is innocent as if that's what you really should be presuming. This is why gossip is evil, people.

[@lilagood1963]

Yeah - the same thing that happened to Johnny Depp

[@thefeverdream]

Do you guys believe that the election of stolen?

[@ryangrundy4290]

Johnny Depp??

[@mariosargiropoulos1715]

This isn’t even close to the Johnny Depp case. Depp had one accuser who was clearly mentally unwell herself. And plenty of other women came forward to defend Depp. Russell admits he was a heroin addicted, sex addicted, mentally unwell Hollywood star. There are many accusations from many women. There are at least two cases where it is documented that women immediately were treated at rape centers after seeing Russell. There are text messages where one alleged victim literally said “When I said no, I meant no”. Russell responded with an apology. Can you think of one scenario where a girl you had consensual sex with would say that and you respond with an apology? What could he possibly be apologizing for, if not refusing to respect her saying “No”? Just because the dude has a KZbin channel you like now doesn’t mean he wasn’t a total piece of shit a decade ago. Also I’m not sure I understand mentioning Spacey. Did allegations towards him turn out to be false or something?

[@leighblacklocke7190]

Actually, I think Johnny Depp was vindicated, and rightly so.

[@icturner23]

It’s impossible to overstate how big ‘Big Brother’s Big Mouth’ was. Reality television was still fresh then and he added a level on top with so much manic energy but also the gift of the gab. I still think of that having been his main thing. I didn’t actually know that he had a KZbin channel or particularly believed in conspiracy theories. I met him a year or so ago. I was at an anti-fur protest in Mayfair and he just suddenly crossed the street to talk to us. Then a mentally ill woman interrupted to beg for money and he took her over to his car to give her some.

[@icturner23]

I wrote that at the beginning. I am not defending his bad behaviour in any way and he may well be guilty of the sex crimes BUT you haven’t characterized him fairly. I don’t know about the United States but in the U.K. he has been consistently top-level famous since ‘Big Brother’s Big Mouth’, i.e. he would have been recognized immediately by virtually everyone in the country. Of course a lot of it is loud personality, but he is funny and quick-witted, and despite the descent into conspiracy theories you’ve described has intellect and insight. Whatever faults and wrongdoing he exhibits, he isn’t one of those people like James Corden for whom it’s a mystery why they’re famous.

[@paulharker7184]

@@icturner23 - I don't mean to be rude, but Brand has no intellect. He uses flowery language, but it's clear that he doesn't understand the words he's using. Listening to his drivel is painful.

[@onepartyroule]

The only thing I remember about BB's Big Mouth was Russell talking about his "dinkle" all the time, and jokes where the punchline always included " so I pulled down my trousers and pants".

[@smhollanshead]

I’ve listened to Russel Brand, and he’s a person trying to be helpful and to tell the truth. I am suspicious that the timing of these criminal charges against Russel Brand, like those filed against Donald Trump, may be politically motivated.

[@paulharker7184]

@@smhollanshead - Has it crossed your mind that they may be true? They are backed up with evidence - as are those against Trump.

[@taylornoble8462]

Russel has notable insight into addiction and drugs. I think you missed the mark on this point

[@ThePrincessnady1]

Who cares? He’s a rapist.

[@katcihealer]

His conspiracies theories that you mentioned, sound true to me. I notice that Dr. Grande does not correct his analysis, when us tin foil hatters turn out be correct.

[@ThePrincessnady1]

@@katcihealer you’re literally NEVER correct and the only thing worse than being a lunatic is a lunatic from America

[@SFVGIRL]

​@@katcihealerIf you must wear a tin hat... 😊

[@Kinikia95]

Agree.

[@WildFungus]

You can tell you didn't watch his videos because he doesn't talk about alien lizard people he talks about shady stuff that really is happening without speculating about silly nonsense like that. Like Fair Trade Chocolate is just a brand label that still uses child labor to harvest cacao.

[@IvoKevin]

This

[@artdjesus6267]

This is the problem with AntiVaxxer/Donnie Simp/Poser "Christian" folk. I'm sure there are decent Republicans but because the r.tarded folks are so loud and whiny the legitimate ones get lumped in with them.

[@drummingtildeath]

He says things like the Jan 6th riot/coup/insurrection was faked by the Democrats. Don't pretend he doesn't say crazy things that aren't supported by evidence.

[@danhalo1405]

Russell Brand says a lot of bollocks only because you don't notice this doesn't mean that other rational thinking people don't notice all his conspiracy nonsense especially about Covid, january 6th and lots of other stuff

[@ThePrincessnady1]

Who cares? He’s a rapist.

[@kathleen7849]

What are his conspiracies? I thought he just asked questions and debated topics. That used to be permitted.

[@lavanniarajalingam50]

Because trying to see the opposite side of what mainstream media is shoving down our throats is forbidden

[@My-cat-is-staring-at-you]

Dude tried pushing from BS about Ukriane operating an US-owned bioweapon lab. It was BS.

[@prohsodie]

His conspiracies are, Grande doesn’t like him so he’s glad they’re silencing him, regardless of whether he’s completely innocent or not. I seriously can’t get over how utterly dumb Grande’s titles are. “Brand New Claims.” Omg Dr Grande did you come up with that all by yourself? How are you so clever? Christ!

[@everything777]

Brand has lost it

[@JustMe-fo4ev]

Snore.

[@Kari.F.]

Russell Brand was famous for years before he moved to the US.

[@ThePrincessnady1]

D list

[@polarbearsrus6980]

Your point?

[@freeman7079]

What’s your point? That’s quite literally what I got from Dr. Grande’s explanation.

[@Kari.F.]

@@polarbearsrus6980 Many Americans seem to believe that people can only be famous if they're famous in the US, and Dr Grande seems to be among those.

[@kiahpeace9090]

What! Russell lives in America now ?

[@christinebeames712]

Anyone can be ridiculed and silenced by calling the a conspiracy theorist , by people it saves them having to have facts to dispute the statements , What was call a wild conspiracy is now accepted facts , but no appologies are ever heard , when did it become “ controversial “ to question the government ? We now don’t have debate in parliament , how do we get the answers we need?

[@guntguardian3771]

hurr durr super weapons caused haiwaii fires hurr hurr big farma, muh vaccine bad hurrr you people are shocking stupid

[@groverhateselmo]

Yeah his views which are often called conspiracy theories are not even his own, he didn’t think of any of it. The only conspiracy theory he is really pushing is that the times newspaper would want to shut him down by accusing him of a crime that is least likely to be taken seriously or prosecuted because “the matrix” is after him.

[@peterjv8748]

_"What was call a wild conspiracy is now accepted facts"_ Like what?

[@brendanquraishi4830]

@@peterjv8748wuhan lab leak vaccines not being as effective as they claimed to be over and over and general effectiveness of mask all now acknowledged by gov generally and all branded as misinformation beforehand he’s talked about all 3 before it was “allowed”

[@Veruska75]

@@peterjv8748The existence of bacteria you cannot see, putting a man on the Moon; communication switching from mostly physical to very much being “on the web” which is not a physical place. Lots, imo.

[@mrjovialjoval5781]

The big question is why isnt anyone talking about Prince Andrew and the new allegations made against him????

[@ladylaois8184]

Exactly

[@bluecollarlit]

New allegations?

[@SomethingLame]

Who isn't? Seems like pretty wide spread, discussed, and available information to me..

[@yesterdayitrained]

You’re watching the wrong video.

[@JaceB-tf3vf]

Calling paparazzi “photographers” is laughable

[@The_General_Zubas]

I agree

[@ryballs4569]

They are, literally. Doesn't mean they're good photographers or people

[@JaceB-tf3vf]

@@ryballs4569 obviously taking photos means you’re a photographer, but it’s more nuanced than that. It’s like calling Nazis “soldiers” they are, but there’s more to it than that

[@annwethenorth]

Calling Russell a comedian is extremely laughable. They are photographers. Oh the Brand army is out lol

[@JaceB-tf3vf]

@@annwethenorth I’ve literally never watched a single one of his videos lol. Get Him to The Greek was pretty good tho

[@8dreamersfarm]

My husband saw a recommended video of yours and I told him I’ve watched some because you do your research of all sources you can before offering your analysis. I stand corrected. 😞

[@judygiesbrecht3780]

Agree

[@iotrix]

Underrated comment

[@8dreamersfarm]

@@iotrix I’m kind of sick of humanity at this point. People you think are reasonable and/or faithful to the truth always let you down. For those of us who TRY seeking and standing up for the truth- even if It’s uncomfortable- are doing nothing. Small acts of unsubscribing to empty shells, hypocrites or straight up evil, giving our time to those good sources (like the hit songs that come by speaking what’s on the minds of true Americans)… but then what? To what end? As those powers-that-be recognize they can’t push off the question of 2024, they’re clearly snuffing out those voices of reason and truth in preparation for the biggest election since this country was founded. The election where a revolution happens or communism takes over. What are we doing?

[@iotrix]

@@8dreamersfarm I can see all of your responses.

[@hazel9903]

I don't think Dr Grande likes Russell Brand that was obvious. 😊

[@tettazwo9865]

...and there is nothing wrong with that!

[@nntflow7058]

I don't think he likes bad people period.

[@aarondavid826]

Russel is rather repulsive

[@SomethingLame]

Why would he?

[@SingleMaltBuckeye]

​@@nntflow7058 so he doesn't like you

[@GangsterFrankensteinComputer]

I've watched Brand's KZbin before. While the titles are clickbait conspiracy theorist stuff, he will cite reputable investigative journalists and often mock ridiculous, unevidenced claims, (like that recent UFO alien guy). For me these allegations are suspect as they've only appeared after there's been a push to brand Brand as "far-right", (despite his long history of opposing the Torys and his praise of people like Jeremy Corbyn). If there aren't a huge number of further accusers coming forward, or any form of physical evidence the accusers have even met the man, it's fair to say it's a further smear campaign.

[@NickKautz]

Russell Brand is not at all a conspiracy theorist. His whole show is about following rational thought to logical conclusions. Journalists often fail to do this and lead people to false conclusions, who then believe the more probable conclusions are a conspiracy. It's easy to debunk the claims against Russell. If he did what was alleged, where are his efforts to keep the women silent? No texts. No testimony from the women. Nothing. No one would commit those acts without either pleading or threatening to keep them quiet, especially at the peak of one's social status. To jeapordize that position with the alleged misconduct when you could find whatever you want consentually, is highly unlikely. The journalists know how to manipulate, they probably reframed how these women view their own experiences, just so they could use them in the story.

[@MathewRainTranslife101]

I agree but will wait to see what the investigations reveal, if anything. I do believe his is someone who is very committed to grow and healing and that he has come a long way. It doesn't excuse his behaviour if these allegations are true but I do believe he is a changed person, I really want ro anyway.

[@jackspring7709]

True.

[@occhimoore]

I agree with you, I don’t know if the accusations are true or not, but if he was bowing to the mainstream media all these “accusations” would have never come out. My opinion 🤷🏽‍♀️

[@FIDIOT-cringe]

He started to make the switch "right" about when the allegations were being looked at. Bcz the "right" is more predator friendly.

[@andrewtaynton3402]

Please do a video of why a "conspiratorial mind" is different from a "normal mind". What makes someone a conspiracy theorist?

[@MoneyStrategiesSOULutions]

Yes BUT he backs up his theories with facts. So this is unfair.

[@paulharker7184]

@@MoneyStrategiesSOULutions - No, he doesn't. This is what all conspiracy theorist gurus do - they present 'evidence' for their beliefs, which are usually misinterpreted or misunderstood data. It tricks some people, but people who actually check the data properly are able to tell that they're being lied to.

[@andrewtaynton3402]

@@MoneyStrategiesSOULutions No Brand does not back up his deceptions with evidence. But his gullible cult like followers who are out of touch with reality cannot distinguish between fact and fiction and swallow the disinformation he sprouts.

[@elainehiggins713]

I remember when Hunter Biden’s laptop was a conspiracy.

[@michelleobrien6996]

The difference between a conspiratorial mind and a normal mind these days is the agenda of the person using those labels.

[@xrxs1020]

In 1941 one might have been labelled a conspiracy theorist if they claimed Japan was going to attack our country. Virtually every major crime requires a conspiracy. In my view, to impugn all who entertain a conspiracy theory is to be blind to history.

[@G0on]

It's worth considering impugning somebody who believes every conspiracy theory under the sun. It's rare for these types to believe in one or two and then rationally criticize every other theory. That's a sign of delusional thinking.

[@guntguardian3771]

Your example is stupid, how could people be conspiracy theorists if they are speculating against future events that haven't happened. In Brand we are talking about an idiot who believes Hawaiian wildfires were caused by super weapons, that spreads misinformation about medicine (which he has no expertise in), and has spread lies about Ukrainian biolabs and 9/11 nonsense. It's not even the same.

[@lostandfound5145]

It’s just a new way to dismiss people without actually considering their position. Same as all the “isms” thrown around. Pretty soon it won’t mean anything anymore. Just another slur that means “someone I disagree with politically”.

[@CitizenNoiseExchange]

You should cover bill Clinton's relationship with jeffrey epstein and the rape allegations against him.

[@EarthborneArt]

and Trump too! They were good friends.

[@CitizenNoiseExchange]

@@EarthborneArt they should all be exposed for what they are.

[@robertyounger5849]

Until Trump offered to testify against Epstein. Weird that the Clintons didn’t offer to testify against him…. In fact, no one even talked about him for decades until Trump made it a mainstream topic during the 2016 election debates. Why didn’t the Clintons raise awareness the way Trump did?

[@miketomlin6040]

Clinton also a ''sex addict'' like Brand! You'd think these folks may have often 'crossed the line'?

[@Irena-Irena]

@@EarthborneArtyes they were ! Pictures to prove and plane logs. It’s no wonder Brand relates so well to trump.

[@charshill2978]

Russell Brand is well respected for his journey from addiction and promiscuity to stable family man. Brand has always been honest about his journey and helped many others with his book. He has owned and taken responsibility for his addiction and behaviour and has grown up, and changed. In the U.K. Brand has a strong following on his KZbin channel. And Brand was already a household name in the country back in the early 2000's . Brand does not 'make up' KZbin content to make himself feel useful or good, he genuinely wants to bring information that is in the public interest to the public, he researches and gives his audience verifiable sources. Brand encourages debate. Brand is operating in the void left by MSM omission and lies, MSM is a mouthpiece for government and private interests, and people know that. Brand may be loud, or intense, he may use long words and humour that is beyond the understanding of some, but he uses his platform for the benefit of people who know that the mainstream narrative is questionable . Where is the informed debate in the MSM? The accusations against Brand are unsubstantiated. The police have not been informed of any complaints, no one has given statements to the police SO...Due process has not been followed regarding Brand being a sexual criminal. And a trial by media has ensued. Which is abhorrent. Brand us being burnt at the stake like the witches of old, and it is shameful that you also believe in this backwards pitch-fork bastardisation of justice.

[@CyeOutsider]

This is just garbage. Imagine if people could just walk away from serious, life destroying crimes by just claiming they're were in a bad place then, but they're all better now and look how much good I'm doing now. People don't get to choose their preferred punishments for the wrongs they do to others. Neither can they "good deed" their way out of proper accountability. Also, you should read up about why rape and sexual assault are severely under-reporting crimes. Very often, victims feel helpless when faced with a perpetrator who has money and power while they have neither. Often they can't accept what happened to them and very often they don't tell others becuase they blame themselves. You don't know the women who accused him or their stories, so quit trying to smear them and their motives At least one victim consulted a rape crisis centre immediately after the alleged rape, so trying to claim these are just baseless accusations with no evidence shows exactly where your bias lies.

[@flailsafe5094]

Yes to all of this. It sounds like someone is maybe jealous of another youtuber's success? Russell has a large team of people who help him research, as well.

[@NewGoldStandard]

The only question answered here was: is Todd Grande a fan of Russell Brand?

[@kimberlyespinosa8028]

💯

[@jingkun72]

Obviously not!

[@joko09010]

😂😂😂

[@deeladybug2618]

You hit the head on the nail.

[@jonsampiro]

We previously learned he didn't like PeeWee Herman either.

[@leshabright1294]

Ooof you've really missed the mark with this one good sir 😢 You usually research so well, but you have let us down here Grande. His book 'recovery from addiction' is a biography about all the ways he takes responsibility for his actions surrounding drugs. I think you're misconstruing his message that we treat addicts so cruelly in society, which we do. Secondly, he doesn't make conspiracy videos, he reports 'true news', where he researches the facts behind the headlines and tries to give you a more well rounded and non-propgandafied picture of evidence, so that you can decide what you think, rather than being told what to think. Absolutely no lizard people! (Well maybe ironically, you really have to watch his stuff Grande, he's hilarious!). Something else you got wrong: he's a HUGE celebrity in the UK. He was even more famous around ten years ago when he was on tv, his current youtube channel is quite niche comparitively- Everyone in the uk knows who he is, only some people know about his youtube channel. You got this very wrong, I urge you to read his book and watch some of his videos. He well known for his intelligence, sense of humour, philanthropy, very quick witt, excellent communication skills and vast vocab. He also, connects with his fans via this community he's made on youtube- very down to earth compared to other big celebs! Very grandiose yes, but thats his thing and always has been, he jokes about it all the time. When I google him at the moment, the press really doesn't reflect what the public seem to be saying in polls and on Twitter (X), people are really supporting him and believe this trial by social media is bull. As far as my opinion, I don't doubt that we all did thing 15 years ago that would be totally unacceptable now and would paint us to be monsters, but as for rape? Im not so sure. Why not go to the police? Why thousands of consensual acts but only 1 rape (don't these things usually come with a pattern of behaviors?)? Why now and not the last 17 years? Anonymous women being paid, but no police reports? It is strange. Unfortunately it will likely not go to trial and we may never know the truth. Grande I usually love your stuff, but sir you got this so wrong im afraid. Don't read the headlines and read a few chapters of his book or watch a few of his lizard people vids 😂 I am confident you'd change your mind!

[@flaneur5560]

He hasn't taking responsibility for rape though, has he?

[@dr1flush]

I remember Russell during covid. You can't tell me he doesn't make conspiracy videos. In fact the last video he made he claims this is a conspiracy against him lol

[@7jarrow]

Living in Britain and aware of his career, I am impressed how well Dr Grande has researched and analysed him. So true his very public appalling behaviour is catching up on him now.👏👏

[@7jarrow]

@@flaneur5560he never takes responsibility for anything he does wrong, master manipulator.

[@letsgobrandon186]

@@7jarrow Never let the truth, get in the way of a good story.

[@briellehervey2533]

Man dr. Grande is salty on Russell. Russell actually has changed a lot. He is in recovery and talk about how to heal yourself and come together with nature. He is actually really informative. He doesn't say anything that isn't true and he shows the proof for what he says. He may make a lizard joke, but he's a comedian... he's come a long way and I congratulate him.

[@judygiesbrecht3780]

Agree!

[@jo3592]

Agree 💯.

[@CNRedFlags]

Agree 💯

[@mdmmalou]

The further society drifts away from the truth the more it will hate those who speak the truth.

[@elizabethriggs7588]

Agree!

[@WinterSkyyy]

I disagree, Brand HAS taken responsibility for his past actions. He wrote the book Recovery:Freedom from our Addictions which has helped millions. He doesn't excuse his past actions, he learned from them and grew

[@anarki777]

Dr. Grande is an American. He doesn't know Brand as well as the British public, obviously.

[@flyingfig12]

And if there was anything illegal.. the girls get justice and not just learn and grow.

[@martinhunt4698]

I really like your channel and your analyses and I’ve watched over a hundred of your videos. Generally I find your videos insightful, humorous and well researched. In this case you have clearly demonstrated you have a biased and surface level understanding of the topic/person. You have mischaracterised his content and his opinions. Your worst misrepresentation was with respect to Russell’s addiction: he tirelessly campaigns against addiction and substance use. Something you would know, if you were truly familiar with his work. I expect RB’s style doesn’t resonate with you and therefore you chose to negatively characterise him and his work and behaviour. It’s a shame.

[@eirenmist2301]

Dr. Grande's channel has suffered lately because he's been driven to produce content without doing the research to arrive at in depth valid opinions. He is quickly becoming a legend in his own mind, with a penchant for sacrificing logic to making cutesy comments and puns he thinks are clever. That sometime's happens to KZbinrs who need to satisfy the site's algorithms to content to generate the kind of income they have grown used to.

[@joshscott6914]

@@eirenmist2301 They ARE cute and clever though.

[@laffintig]

@@joshscott6914 many of them aren't anything but cringe worthy

[@roxannespahr2804]

As I was watching this you took the exact thoughts I had, right out of my head 😂Totally, totally agree with your comment!!

[@riverjewel]

Alot of these videos are Very biased

[@sharonlarge7908]

He clearly admits to being sexually active with consenting partners! No surprises! That doesn’t make him automatically guilty! He should not be demonetized based on allegations!

[@synchro-dentally1965]

I thought Kim Iverson gave a really good objective and unbiased analysis of the situation.

[@thewkovacs316]

ok, so we should believe the degenerate rapist because he claims all his rapes were consensual

[@hellotheresunshine]

Lol, there are tons of videos of him grabbing at women with no consent. Hugging and kissing them often strangers. This is not proof he r’d anyone but I find him being a self proclaimed sex pest and sexual harasser not proof of anything either. It is best to wait and let the truth come out in court etc. i don’t like the canceling, I’m tired of it. But I don’t think he is automatically innocent. I’ll wait.

[@thepickledpixie9052]

Andrew Gold's channel has been covering RB. He's a journalist, and has discussed the allegations with critical thinking and balance.

[@dr1flush]

How do you propose we convict sex offenders if you're going to ignore testimony like it's not evidence.

[@spymonkey39]

Would anyone want Andrew Tate to be on their side?

[@EarthborneArt]

Or Alex Jones. It says a lot!

[@miketomlin6040]

Hitler, Trump, Putin.........maybe!?

[@EbonyPope]

Your can't prevent the wrong people agreeing with you. So why should your care then? It's if no interest to you.

[@ThePrincessnady1]

So so so scary

[@jenm9099]

Right, lol!! If Tate is defending you, get ready for prison, lol

[@mboiko]

Today, LIES don't get you in trouble...telling the TRUTH does. A simple fact many have forgotten...

[@JustMe-fo4ev]

this is word salad bud - spare us

[@mboiko]

@@JustMe-fo4ev maybe you can digest the short version better... "Today, LIES don't get you in trouble...telling the TRUTH does"

[@JustMe-fo4ev]

@@mboiko strike two, fella.

[@MatthewC137]

@@JustMe-fo4ev Only you struck out kid.

[@JustMe-fo4ev]

@@MatthewC137 lol imagine writing this. wow

[@drake7036]

Can you PLEASE do Dr. Todd Grande?!!! This would be HILARIOUS. No one has done anything like that! Please do yourself!!!

[@Webzterr]

Okay, a bit weird this...

[@nate_8403]

im a contemptuous ass of anyone more famous than me.

[@IdeologieUK]

We’re not ready for his story of debauchery and hedonism. Start small with the likes of Depp, The Rolling Stones etc. then once you’re desensitised, move onto Dr G! 😊

[@hypnocilicdreams]

I want this!

[@Dan-oj4iq]

.....and please don't leave out New Jersey!

[@porgguy4962]

Can you cite one conspiracy theory Brand promoted?

[@MrCurtis61]

Exactly! I love how people call them conspiracy theories when they are happening before our very eyes 🤔?

[@neilwilson5785]

Anti vaccination (especially covid 19), Putin is the good guy, USA bioweapons factories in Ukraine. There are more but I'm sure you get it.

[@kaycho717]

I kept thinking that, too lol I love Dr. G but this was a harsh video 🤣

[@lauriestump7134]

More like conspiracy realities.

[@ChrisMiller88]

I think this is an excellent question. I bet Dr. Grande isn't at all familiar with anything Brand actually said. Is it a conspiracy that More than two-thirds of Congress received campaign funding from pharmaceutical companies in the 2020 election? Is it also a conspiracy that Pfizer Chairman Albert Bourla told Time magazine in July 2020 that his company was developing a COVID vaccine for the good of humanity, not for money. And of course, Pfizer made 100 million dollars in profit in 2022? Are we crazy conspiracy theorist because we question the actions of our elected officials? Or should I just believe anything a politician says and give them blind trust, my taxes and carte blanche to do to what they wish? If so, what's would be the point in voting?

[@debram7782]

This is not an analysis Dr Grande. This is your opinion as you stated. Also seems like a character misrepresentation to me. Always have enjoyed your analysis videos. Didn't hear a lot of insight in this video though. Just a lot of judgement.

[@PR-mg4zx]

I agree. To categorize conspiracy theorists as "blaming others" is way off the mark.

[@Jesuisartiste]

Dr. Grande can’t say hello clearly at the beginning of his videos. My analysis is that he’s shy.

[@McMurphyxxx]

I am so disappointed. The first time since I began to watch Dr Grande's videos.

[@bills48321]

His manner of speaking stands out to me as his trademark; the accent, word choices, long phrases, and supercilious attitude. I enjoyed his acting in a film version of The Tempest. He always gives me the impression that he is playing a character rather than exhibiting his natural self.

[@talbotd27]

I usually agree with Dr. Grande but here I’m afraid not. First off, to dismiss Russell as a “notorious conspiracy theorist” is pretty dismissive and not really accurate. Secondly, let’s not act like there hasn’t been a pattern of “accusations” coming out against high profile men in the last few years that end up being either grossly blown out of proportion or flat out lies. Before you label a man as a predator, maybe find out if the accusations are true. And lastly, Russell’s joke about “I’d challenge any of you…” is just that; a good joke. It’s very funny, and I don’t see in any way how he was trying to play the victim. I respect Russell greatly for managing to get sober and maintain a high profile career, even through a divorce. I’m not sure if my own sobriety would survive all of that

[@ThePianoreed]

I agree with you. I think Dr Grande is playing it safe & being a bit of a coward which is disappointing. Unfortunately this will be the consequence of what elite globalists, media, government (whoever it is feeling threatened by Brand) are doing. Majority of what Brand discusses is truthful...too much of the truth....look what happened to Assange. Is it a conspiracy theory that the military industrial complex doesn't profit from wars & big Pharma from vaccines...come on...give me a break. They want to shut people like Brand up....they need their control back. Western leaders are running dogs for globalist elites....I don't know about your country but Canada is doing very poorly right now after 8 years of communist loving Trudeau....we're screwed.

[@ThePianoreed]

@@Lorens-1987 name one

[@PR-mg4zx]

Name one accused man who was innocent.

[@talbotd27]

@@PR-mg4zx Aziz Ansari and Justin Bieber

[@talbotd27]

@@Lorens-1987 based on what?

[@npc6254]

These type of accusations would be far more convincing if they hadn’t all originated at the same time in a hit piece.

[@WanderingBat]

And if there was any evidence...

[@y0g_s0th0th]

@wyattlosinski1365 there's text messages and a rape kit that was taken the day it happened...

[@niccage6375]

Safety in numbers

[@y0g_s0th0th]

@niccage6375 exactly also he's had standing lawyers he's been using for almost a decade or so. He literally used that lawyer to have producers remove parts of several episodes where he was literally called a SA'er to his face during a roast. So someone actually did try to call him out but at the time he was able to force executives to cover up the accusations. There's literally tapes out there that people have known what was going on. But he's been untouchable

[@summersojourner]

@@y0g_s0th0thyou literally have used the word “literally” twice in your comment, literally overuse.

[@snappybean]

I don't think you actually researched him beyond reading titles and biographies, but your analysis of the accusations is reasonable.

[@ChaeRa-k9b]

Well said.

[@8dreamersfarm]

Amen. Happy to see others coming to Russell’s defense.

[@julienmciver6454]

Yeah, this particular analysis fell super short of how me and a lot of people perceive Brand. That being said, I still think it's possible he is guilty of what he is accused of doing. Just that I think he's more talented, famous and intelligent than dr. grande seems to think.

[@Nok112]

Yup

[@fyutweraz2200]

Yeah if you watch his channel he's not into conspiraracys he just quotes articles and facts you can find on Google.

[@RationalGaze216]

Conspiracy theorists actually have a pretty good record lately. Significantly better than corporate media.

[@lorree1]

Boom!

[@c.carrillo7813]

*Lib mumbles:uhmm but wut bout jantuckr-trumpmask2white...I mean Russell banned now!

[@wburke121]

Lol name one. Conspiracy is impossible when more than a few people are involved. Someone will talk. When the Conspiracy is revealed, it fails. So name one that is true.

[@RationalGaze216]

@@wburke121 lab leak theory.

[@c.carrillo7813]

@@wburke121 There is no way you are that naive. Do a little research before you try to make a point. Even the most brainwashed liberals do not deny ALL conspiracy theories. BTW when a conspiracy is "revealed" that only solidifies that theory to be true or the contrary.

[@Mohawkris_8]

Somebody doesn’t like Mr Brand for some Deep phycological Reason!???😂😂😂

[@sdickinson5234]

Deep financial reasons. KZbin is his employer.

[@lenymitchell]

I think that most of his videos are insightful and he does do research. The titles maybe click baity but that doesn't make the information he shares less. He is an amazing help to people in recovery and a true inspiration to sobriety being attainable. I have watched him a lot over the years and feel like he has always been accountable for his bad decisions. In addition, "Get him to the Greek " is probably one of the funniest movies that has ever been made. Normally, I agree with you but feel like you might not have done enough research on this one 🤷‍♀️

[@robertgiles9124]

The Doc has an odd Puritan streak coming out and would do well to take a less hateful stand and stay neutral. I think Brand makes him envious of his success.

[@anicameo3277]

I respectfully disagree. RB has been very transparent about his past. At this point there are no receipts to back up these allegations. Where were these woman in 2016 when the me too movement was in full swing? Also why did the media have to track them down? He has gone against the narrative and I believe this could be a fit up. However I will keep an open mind, it is possible his heavy past drug use could have caused him to lose control. Meanwhile I think this will be a divisive issue..

[@stacytw79]

Todd deserves no such respect.

[@trevorbyrne4668]

If women spoke up about Brand in two years' time, or when he's in his 80s, or two years ago, or six years ago, there'd be people like you saying 'why now?' Who cares why now? If he did these things, what the hell are you worried about the timing for? Why aren't you worried about whether or not the accusations by multiple women are true? People in TV and especially on the comedy circuits have been warning each other about him *for years* now. But it's not that easy to come out and take on such a powerful guy with such powerful allies and huge resources and a massive loyal fanbase. Rape almost never even gets to trial. If it does, it's a deeply damaging experience for the victims, no matter what happens. Brand was accused of being a predator to his face by comedian Katherine Ryan, on a 'mainstream' TV show, multiple times, in 2018. Five years ago. She called him out. None of that footage was allowed to air, for whatever reason. If what's alleged is true, that Brand *hasn't* been very transparent about his past. He's been transparent about only that which he thinks won't harm him. Or won't harm him too much, or in a lasting way. Proven sex offenders have done the same. So it's silly to lean on that at this stage. Having BBC cars pick up a 16-year-old from school for sex is a bad look, no? Or the fact that, for years and years, it's been believed on the comedy circuit that Brand is a predator. Female comics warned each other about him, telling each other to stay clear. The same with runners on TV etc. They were afraid to be on their own with him. None of this proves he's guilty of what he's accused of. But man, people sure are giving him massive benefit of the doubt, based not on innocent til proven guilty but on the exact kind of conspiracy thinking he promotes. The guy is himself as mainstream as they come. A bestselling author with books in chain stores all over the world. He's in Hollywood movies. Not art-house underground European movies. He makes his fantastic living on the biggest platform in the world and gets his money from advertisers and giant companies. And the only reason he's no onger working for the BBC or C4 to begin with is he got himself kicked off for his awful, nasty, egotistical, cruel, unhinged behaviour. This is the guy who's outside the mainstream, smashing the agenda of the normies? The stuff he peddles is ultra lucrative with a giant worldwide audience. If it wasn't he wouldn't be peddling it. There's a difference between being a truth-teller like John Pilger or someone like that, a tough investigative journalist, and someone going Hmm, you have a good point there, known liar and obvious, dangerous bullshitter Tucker Carlson... please do go on! The advertising dollars and the money from our massive corporate backers is rightly gushing in! Wahey! These fools are loving it! (Not that Brand would say that aloud, obviously. He makes his fans feel they've collectively hit on some profound secret at the rotten heart of the world... )

[@HouseOfVirgo]

I just came here to say, “oh grande is back with more gibberish and uneducated fluff.”

[@Truth-fk3vp]

He trusts the government and dosent believe in God , He's terribly straight . But I still love Dr Grande , and watch him all the time .

[@Bob.martens]

I don't know if he's guilty, but this seems like a very organised and targeted attack on his person.

[@robertgiles9124]

It's not just an accident that Brand has gone heavy after the Bidens who got us into a new war. A war Trump could have avoided.

[@ThePrincessnady1]

No it doesn’t x

[@bigcrouton829]

Cope

[@artdjesus6267]

This guy made an entire career by being that openly "flirty" (r*apey) guy on camera in the early 2000s and NOW people are acting surprised he actually did it

[@lilblondiebear]

​@@ThePrincessnady1to the intelligent and astute observer, it does

[@joezawinulreviewsandreacti2509]

Obviously he hasn't watched his channel or read his books much

[@robertgiles9124]

That much is clear.

[@ThePrincessnady1]

Who cares? He’s a rapist.

[@ChrisMiller88]

I think this is what happens when you rely on Google to do your research for you.

[@dabbsie100]

Obviously you’re a big fan.

[@Camillacamillacamilla]

How does he have so many foot soldiers lol I had no idea he was so popular. I would watch his videos every once in a while and kind of thought he talked in circles so I could only take a few minutes and then turn it off. I had no idea these videos made him into a cult leader.

[@robgau2501]

I think you've taken Russell out of context, rather then put him into it. I'm surprised that you have joined in on the court of public opinion. These are just accusations. As someone in the field of psychology you're exceptionally judgemental. You, like so many people, have already convicted him. It's obvious that you don't like him and it's colored your opinions. But that's all these are: opinions. I've lost alot of respect for this channel now. Is Russell guilty? I don't know, but he deserves more credit than this. Though it may not effect you, you've lost a subscriber.

[@mmmissmiss3356]

yes, it's strange to me that someone who's supposed to be a professional can be so judgemental and condescending... I unsubscribed a long time ago from Dr. Grande after he made fun of someone with mental health issues

[@ValouQc]

Same here. I didn’t like how he also spit on Paul Ruben’s grave, now this… I’m gone.

[@Ben-pd2bx]

He literally apologized for raping someone in a text message. If that's not good enough evidence for you, nothing will be.

[@debzimmerman633]

Sorry to say this was very unprofessional, I am very disappointed and surprised!

[@drummingtildeath]

This is what Grande does on most videos - he takes the piss a bit, and he offers his opinion. You've probably seen him do it many, many times. The question is, why is it only now a problem for you?

[@newgabe09]

Those of us who've been following RB's extraordinarily articulate if somewhat shouty, political and social commentaries over the last few years have been expecting this Monty Python boot to drop from the sky. And here it is. Let's remember that Julian Assange's original 'charge' was sexual assault (for not wearing a condom). Easy mud to sling.

[@evanthomass]

Yes, sir!

[@groominator-magneticequato7195]

Jillian’s accusers we’re found to be not creditable and we’re dropped. The Guardian ran a piece showing it was largely thought to be a back door attempt to get him extradited and further defamed by government powers that wanted his silenced and jailed. Not saying that’s what’s up wS Brand at all, but you know he’s rubbing a lot of powers that be in all the wrong places. Pun intended.

[@lavanniarajalingam50]

Exactly

[@user-sr1kc6jj2b-p1q]

Brand is not on the same level as Assange, as much as he would love to think so.

[@evanthomass]

@@user-sr1kc6jj2b-p1q he's done some pretty good expose'.

[@anishinaabrie]

i usually like how you break things down but this came off as incredibly biased.

[@dr1flush]

I am inclined to believe 4 separate women over the defense of "they are out to get me"

[@7jarrow]

In Britain we are well used to Russel’s questionable behaviour over the years.

[@bravesirkevin]

​@@dr1flush Those two positions don't contradict each other. It's almost certainly a politically-motivated attack designed to bring him down, and it's not even controversial that the entire thing was orchestrated by enemies who want to see him take a massive fall. The fact that they really are out to get him doesn't say anything about whether the allegations against him are true or false though...

[@malina28202]

To you, because you like brand. Not to me, I agree with dr.grande. I dislike brand for many reasons. Welcome his downfall

[@akitalady]

@@dr1flush Three of whom chose to remain anonymous and kept silent for 17 years. Okey-Dokey.

[@LashaTheOne]

The only people who know are the alleged victims and Brand. What I do know is that my opinion on this stuff has been and will always be the same: innocent until proven guilty. Even as a woman our current climate, with its openly fascistic “Believe All Women” mantra, appalls and sickens me. The kangaroo court of public opinion is still a kangaroo court, and I will have nothing to do with destroying and punishing a fellow human being without proof.

[@ThePrincessnady1]

He’s a rapist honey through and through

[@towpottsfam7631]

I'm a feminist and I do believe all women and support them to prove it... but I think in this case there possibly aren't any real women or real victims. They had actors doing the accounts... the programme could have made the whole thing up... otherwise support the victims to press charges...

[@julieme7927]

Exactly! And the timing of this is just bizarre. While he was battling drug and sex addiction everyone was fine with his behaviour. Now, 10 years after he turned his life around suddenly these women miraculously crawl out of the woodwork. After this much time, there will only be a he said she said and the outcome totally rests on the media's reporting on it.

[@ThePrincessnady1]

@@julieme7927 that’s not what happened you lunatic freak 😂

[@dork7546]

You don't believe in the "innocent until proven guilty" mentality, you believe in the "the alleged victims are always lying" mentality. There's a difference. Why do you have to jump to the conclusion that everybody who claims Brand is a creep must be a liar who's up to tear him to pieces in a kangaroo court? Why can't you take a neutral stance on his case until the authorities come up with a final verdict rather than being like "You know guys, it's wrong to immediately assume he's guilty but I am right to immediately assume the alleged victims are lying".

[@phoenixpin8780]

I rarely comment, but the conclusion that Russell Brand has little talent is particularly weak: he has a mastery of the English language that is rarely seen. He can express himself better than most anyone I've heard.

[@aribjarnason5317]

Anyone who thinks RB is a "conspiracy theorist" should go listen to his content and make up their own mind on the matter.

[@everything777]

I have done. I used to like him, but he is bordering on crazy now, finding a new outlandish theory every day. His research is terrible, his conclusions incorrect. He doesn't have guests on to challenge him, he doesn't interview experts or witnesses, he doesn't even leave his house. His comments section is a cult like echo chamber. I am seriously concerned by where he's headed and the negative impact he could have. He's profiteering from a gullible fan base and they're lapping it up

[@SomethingLame]

I have. He's a conspiracy theorist with magical thinking. Utter nonsense.

[@Cholesterol-w1j]

That’s just part of being British

[@Panos__]

Dr Grande, I watch you daily. This analysis is rushed and seems rather short sighted. This isn’t like you. I’m surprised. A low point for your standards.

[@beverly6509]

in case you haven't noticed, anyone to the right of center is suspect to Dr Grande. I now take his opinions as just that, his opinions.

[@unforeseeninsight]

Exactly! Almost like he’s trying to stay in the good graces of those who want to silence opposing views.

[@Fartdemon]

possibly theory - this could be him (Dr G) trying to keep his channel after his recent trans sorority take. He was right of center in that one... I love Dr. T. but this was a very hasty and uncharitable take

[@ShelleyBean1808]

Have you even watched his videos Dr Grande? People can change and grow. He's done a lot for addicts, you really didn't talk about that at all...?! 😢

[@ThePrincessnady1]

Who cares? He’s a rapist.

[@8dreamersfarm]

He does not seem to accept that people who were once addicts can heal or change. Very disappointing.

[@YouilAushana]

"Get him to the Greek", is an incredible movie. Unhighly underrated. You hardly give any bias to the heneous murders you cover and this guy is completely at fault.

[@JAWSnAZ]

“Show me the man and I’ll show you the crime” Lavrentiy Beria, the Lavrentiy Beria, the most ruthless and longest-serving secret police chief in Joseph Stalin’s reign of terror in Russia and Eastern Europe, bragged that he could prove criminal conduct on anyone, even the innocent. “Show me the man and I’ll show you the crime” was Beria’s infamous boast. He served as deputy premier from 1941 until Stalin’s death in 1953, supervising the expansion of the gulags and other secret detention facilities for political prisoners. He became part of a post-Stalin, short-lived ruling troika until he was executed for treason after Nikita Khrushchev’s coup d’etat in 1953.

[@axxa5000]

lol conspiracy theorist? If anything the media is obviously conspiring to take him out with this coordinated depersoning because of how outspoken he is on certain topics, and because of his reach.

[@reneewilliams5777]

Wow Alex Jones and Andrew Tate are on his side! Those are the last people you want on your side, especially Tate when it comes to these allegations!

[@evoluna3056]

Right, Tate is not good.

[@billywolf5958]

That is not a relevant point! 🤦🏼‍♂️

[@benhartart9487]

Top G is awesome, wake up

[@dog-jk2hn]

​@@benhartart9487He's a rapist, and you're a child. You'll be very embarrassed of these comments when you eventually grow up.

[@katja6332]

The company you keep.. Tate is really bad news but how do they say?... feathers flock

[@kwesigafrank6442]

I don't know Russel Brand, and care even less any outcome on this today's trend. That said, Doc, I follow your analysis on issues always, BUT, it just me or did you come off abit too personal on this one. This is not the impartial critical and analytical commentary sprinkled with sarcastic dead-pan humour we're used to.

[@LadyBGoode-gr8wm]

What I also find disturbing is that people seem to look to Dr. Grande on how to think about things rather than think for themselves.

[@danieltanner5804]

Dr Grande’s videos got me through my literal escape from my ex with borderline personality disorder… super informative content that helped teach me what I was dealing with. If you wanna talk about a downfall, this channel is a great example. Bashing Russel Brand based on A TON of personal opinions and biases. Genuinely disappointed.

[@JustMe-ob3nw]

Totally disappointed too.. thinking about unsubscribing..

[@a.c.9993]

Dr grande has always been a staunch liberal. Edit- not a fan of brand and I know he isn't conservative but he was starting to be 'red pilled' and Dr grande is anything but.

[@robertnobles8189]

I’m surprised Grande didn’t talk about his texts to the women. That’s what convinced me Brand is guilty as hell. That and the no blinking video he put out right after the news broke.

[@user-sr1kc6jj2b-p1q]

There is actually heaps of evidence, witnesses etc. This expose of Brand has been decades coming. I'm sorry this is the first you've heard of it, but his abuse of women is common knowledge in the UK's entertainment scene. Now, it's common knowledge worldwide. He's not like Assange or Johnny Depp, he's like Jimmy Savile - now that was a real establishment cover up! The expose is only the beginning of the end for Brand.

[@Kinikia95]

I'm disappointed too because I love Dr. G. We're all allowed to get one wrong now and again, but I'll take future videos with a grain of salt.

[@EbonyPope]

Since when does being very sexually active make it more probable that he committed crimes Dr. Grande? That was one of the worst conclusions I've ever heard from you.

[@scarlettohara843]

“Very sexually active” is your euphemism for “pathologically promiscuous.” Anyone who engaged in such outrageously dangerous activity level as he did is obviously very, very sick. Mentally sick.

[@vicvega3614]

​@@scarlettohara843wait having tons of sex means you're mentally sick? That sounds like something people in the 1200s said and then brought in a exorcist

[@ingvarhallstrom2306]

His entire schtick has always been transgressional and boundless behaviour in all forms of life, including sex, which he himself owns up to. Why is it so difficult to understand he doesn't know or doesn't care where the line is drawn on consent? It's not rocket science....

[@artandculture5262]

Your clue is in the title that says “conspiracy theorist”. I’m unsubscribing.

[@julieme7927]

@@scarlettohara843 well yes. He has been open with his discussions about addiction - first to substances and he admits he replaced that addiction with an addiction to sex. Promiscuity is gross but it doesn't mean it wasn't consensual.

[@IvoKevin]

If someone uses the phrase "conspiracy theory" unironically, i automatically dismiss everything he has to say. Also im tired of these acussations of something that suposedly happend 10+ years ago wich, usually, the only proof is some anecdotes and a couple of shady witness.

[@ThePrincessnady1]

He’s a rapist honey, don’t be an incel freak

[@doreeneclose6295]

Yes, this episode is pretty nauseating with it's conspiracy nonsense.

[@drummingtildeath]

What would you like us to say instead? "Claims that don't appear to be supported by sufficient evidence to be believed, but that are believed strongly nevertheless"? That's basically what we mean. One claim by Brand was that the Jan 6th incident in the US was staged by the Democrats. He doesn't have any evidence supporting that. He's having to ignore the fact that many people have now been convicted and all of them seem to have been real MAGA supporters. There's no reason to believe it, but yet he still claims it to be true. So shall I call him "a purveyor of highly dubious claims"? How about that?

[@tracymiller1149]

What do you think made Brand start getting into these conspiracy theories? It's always sad to see when people start pushing some of these.

[@paulharker7184]

Watch the documentary, you lazy SOB. You'll see that there IS evidence against your conspiracy dream boyfriend.

[@DK-lz7kg]

Dr “the government and billionaires are honest, noble, and would never lie or do bad things” Grande.

[@chipster461]

I think he's being set up, and that you're a bit envious of his massive fan base. How did it feel when you were attack over your use of the title Dr.?

[@ThePrincessnady1]

Who cares? He’s a rapist.

[@chesneycheeseknees9964]

Agree!!!!

[@Anna-cx4tg]

He's probably vaxxed and triple boosted and feeling like an idiot now

[@graemejoyce5629]

When the media decided to colaborate on this they had a contact list of 14 women, of those they managed to convince 4 to speak to them ( I wonder why the response of the other 10 were unsuitable to their purpose? )

[@annaandrea8320]

I guess he must have shattered some dreams and broken a few hearts. However, when one sees a crocodile lurking in the river, one doesn't feel the sudden urge to jump into the water. His reputation preceded him, and his behaviour was always so obvious. Why did those women seek his company? What type of women are those alleged victims?

[@danae-rain3019]

​@@annaandrea8320Doesn't matter "what type of people" the women were..It is still illegal to assault annoying gold diggers.

[@trevorbyrne4668]

You really think that's a good defence? Should convicted rapists be let out of prison because they didn't rape every woman they met in their lives, or every woman they were in a relationship with? It's irrelevant if Brand didn't assault woman X or didn't abuse woman Y. If someone commits one rape in their entire life they're a rapist. They could be impeccable in every other relationship and no one on earth besides their single, one-time victim would know what they'd done. Everyone else would say - well, he never raped *me* . You don't even know what the other women said. They might even have refused to speak publicly despite being victims of Brand. Or they might have been false leads. What difference does it make - in any way - that some women weren't assaulted if the claims of the four who *did* go on record are true? And why does the fact that not all women accuse the guy of rape/assault make you wonder about those who have accused him? Of all the attacks on the investigation and the women making the allegations, this is maybe the weakest I've heard.

[@GangsterFrankensteinComputer]

@@trevorbyrne4668 consider Brand has slept with hundreds of women, if he truly was a rapist, it would be reasonable to assume that dozens upon dozens of accusers would be coming forward with evidence now.

[@Castledark-27]

@@danae-rain3019 haha true. Good point.

[@suzijorgensen6545]

Heroin is a drug that doesn't need to be in front of the addict to want to get out and find it. I KNOW that this is the case because I WAS an addict

[@evelynwaugh4053]

You misunderstood him. He differentiated between someone in withdrawal with heroin in front of him (A) vs. (B) someone who has come to understand that their addiction gave them a life of utter hell on top of whatever motivated them to use in the first place, seeking out heroin after going to the effort and expense of finding and financing a 60 day treatment program. Person B has had the experience of coming to understand, after lots of suffering, that drugs didn't solve problems (generally emotional and spiritual) they just gave Person B a sh*tload more.

[@leeannkaiser2782]

I think Dr. Grande was a little harsh. Russel is so popular because he presents the real news, tells you what he thinks about it and asks you for your own opinion about it. He asks his audience to leave comments that would answer certain questions that are particularly relevant to the news story or societal problems at hand. I cannot understand how if Dr. Grande is such a man of intelligence as he appears to be, then how could he possibly have this assessment of Russell Brand? Unless De. Grande is just lying about how he really views Russell to be on the politically correct side of the firestorm when it’s all said and done, it’s almost impossible to understand how he could have come to the conclusions that he did in this assessment. Russel’s show is a thought exercise in critical thinking and he announces any biases he might have. It’s pure honesty and debates about current topics by people who actually use critical thinking. There is also nothing wrong with talking about conspiracy theories, that’s another thought exercise, because nobody can prove that the conspiracy theories are false yet, and if we take a look back in history, a significant amount of conspiracy theories have turned out to be 100% true.

[@judygiesbrecht3780]

Agree

[@mizzpurrple]

Agree. Dr. Grande, please comment. :)

[@eleven864]

I've noticed this about Dr. Grande regarding someone else I can't remember now. When I saw this I knew it would be the same thing... checking the comments I saw this 3rd from the top. Thanks for your educated response

[@sandlee7th]

I totally agree! He's already judged him and thrown him in prison. I actually followed Brand and agree with most things he says. I think your a left winger Dr!

[@KaviKarnapuraDasa]

I don't think RB has embraced conspiracy theories, rather he takes his audience through controversial territory... I can't help but feel doctor G has departed from his ordinarily level-headed style of analysis on this one...

[@Neurozumim]

Hmm I will have to check about conspiracy theories, I haven't seen a Russell Brand video in a while, but all the content that I saw in the past was full of intelligent critical thinking and not promotions of set systems of beliefs (if you can trust that I can know the difference). Allegations aside, Russell has always been an advocate for freedom of speech, while narcissists with delusion of grandeur usually seek to present themselves as the only voices worth being listened. Let's be careful to not gaslight people just because we disagree with their opinions.

[@borivojejasic9934]

Doc took 16 covid vaccines and is now mad :)

[@DickGozinya-zl2bd]

I haven't watched Russell in several months but, he always used to tell people to think for themselves & not just agree with him or anyone else. He always struck me as being incredibly humble.

[@heteroerectus]

I’m not sure I have heard anything he has said that I would call a conspiracy theory. I don’t like listening to him so I don’t have the best dataset, but usually he’s pointing to objectively verifiable information and things like obvious conflicts of interest from people in power.

[@markharrison6498]

Almost everything he says is conspiratorial

[@georgeholloway3981]

There's a huge amount of unsubstantiated conspiratorial insinuation in his videos from recent years.

[@RM_VFX]

He jumped on the whole "vaccines are a hoax" bandwagon for one.

[@stefanforrer2573]

@@Charmaine-np8jo name one please

[@tessajones9393]

Not anymore haha. His whole channel is based on that stuff now. I follow(ed) him.

[@martyes9563]

To think that Brand is incapable of these allegations is simply irresponsible but to state his guilt prior to strong evidence is equally so.

[@JohnDoe19840]

The testimony and supporting evidence are quite damming.

[@Freshie13]

And ‘evidence’ can be unequivocally manufactured so your point is moot.

[@JohnDoe19840]

@@Freshie13 what’s more probable? Journalists, who btw spent 4 years on this, paying 4 women and their families to make up allegations, faking text messages and medical records, getting Daniel Sloss to speak about how well known it was. Or, a self proclaimed drug/sex addict taking advantage of women

[@martyes9563]

@@Freshie13 so by your intelligently laid out logic we just dispense with evidence because it can be "manufactured". LMAO. Damn son - am I ever glad you're just a basement dweller and not anyone in a position of power.

[@sponish0]

The evidence is pretty much as strong as you can get without an actual video footage.

[@TheNOISENOISEZETLAND]

This video should be titled Dr. Grande has no clue about UK culture and life, blatantly dislikes what little he knows of Brand and answers no questions in regards to the case. I am NOT a "fan" of Russell Brand but I have am a yank who has lived in the UK since his career began and have watched him grow and change, he was obnoxious and riotious in his youth and as time went on his character mellowed. He is VERY well known in the UK and is very Famous as much as Grande would like to disagree. He also seems to try to be more of a truth seeker rather than a conspiracy theorist but I have only watched a few of his YT videos with a handful of celeberties he is friends with that I liked. Grande this just is sad and makes you look silly and very stereotypical of the often American world view if they arent famous in America they arent famous here. First time I totally think you got this wrong. Stop trying to keep up with the latest headlines if you know NOTHING about them.

[@mmmissmiss3356]

Great comment.

[@annwethenorth]

This comment should be called "SOMEONE HURT MY FEELINGS"

[@judygiesbrecht3780]

Agree

[@DavianSinner]

He isn't diagnosing anybody in this video. Only speculating.

[@eirenmist2301]

@@DavianSinner He's speculating without doing the proper in depth research needed before trashing another human being, and he's doing it to generate content for his own KZbin channel.

[@lalababayaga]

All the figures coming to his defense... have the aura of "with friends like these, who needs enemies?"

[@skycloud4802]

The likes of Tate.

[@marianhunt8899]

That is probably done deliberately to smear him further. Remember Brand has challenged the ruling elite and they don't like that. Could Tate have been asked to pretend to support Brand in order to poison the public against Brand? A smear campaign perhaps?

[@edwardmclaughlin7935]

This is the second charge of 'conspiracy theorist' here this past week. Conspiracies are with us at all times. Brand only points out what the MSM neglect to mention.

[@Harleyy18]

I find it odd that people who openly/publicly accuse another of a very serious crime are be able to do so “anonymously.”

[@tessajones9393]

Come on. Look how Dr G is being attacked can you imagine if their names were released? I follow RB but the majority of his fans are blindly following him now.

[@SteveJonesOwnsDSP]

@@tessajones9393 Exactly -- when it comes to Brand, everyone wants others to wait for the final court decision. But when it comes to the accuser, they want them outed and thrown to the wolves. As long as the accuser has solid proof to give to authorities, then that's all that is needed; not their identity.

[@LDiamondz]

​@@SteveJonesOwnsDSPTrue. If any go to trial, we might find out some names. Justice is what we want, for whoever is telling the truth.

[@kirstena4001]

Both theories can be true: he can have done these terrible things and he can also be a target of a "conspiracy" to bring him down.

[@stacytw79]

YES AMEN!!!!! **MORE THAN ONE THING CAN BE TRUE AT THE SAME TIME.** TODD IS B/W THINKER OVERALL AND A NARCISSIST.

[@griegomas]

So if he did the bad things and they are revealed as the result of a conspiracy, does that make them okay? Isn't that what law enforcement/detectives do? Conspire to reveal the crimes of criminals?

[@dlppl3407]

True

[@Barbidoll1]

Oh he is a huge target to many truths

[@JBplumbing12]

Probably so.

[@JDoe001]

Considering that he left home at 16 years Of age, I'm not surprised that he turned to substances. Only people who Have gone through a hard home life, being on their own at that age, seeing people/trying to help people of the same--you really don't know until you walked in those shoes, come on.

[@BoRisMc]

Right

[@sankey8888]

Agreed. He’s way off base with this vid

[@LDiamondz]

Absolutely. ❤

[@elendilnz]

I left home at 16. I got married at 17, had four children, went to university at 29, have a Masters degree in psychology. People are different. Don’t judge.

[@pipermccool]

I know a woman who was homeless at 15, put herself through college and law school, was a child advocate, is now a grandmother, and has been a judge for 20+ years.

[@victorgl9709]

To call Russell Brand a "conspiracy theorist" is simplistic and lacking of real analysis. Many listen to what Mr Brand has to say because the media does not talk about those important topics, for example the millions and millions of dollars donated to politicial campaign in 2020 by pharmaceutical companies which happen to be the year the experimental vaccine was administered around the world. These are facts, well known facts which Brand openly talked about. I think Grande needs to do better research before making his "informative" videos.

[@robertgiles9124]

Exactly. He dropped the ball this time. He's sermonizing.

[@mmmissmiss3356]

yes, but then it's so easy for people like Dr. Grande to dismiss all that, be condescending and call him a "conspiracy theorist"... then he doesn't have to listen to Russell Brand or other people, and open up his mind. Easier to put out the video for him, too.

[@ThePrincessnady1]

He’s a rapist with a god complex. Incel.

[@debtaylor3214]

I agree Dr.G. could not have listened to his podcast at all.

[@nursemelissanyc7416]

Actually, if Dr. Grande actually investigated Russell, he’d find that he shares similar views with Russell regarding Biden and Harris. Its a shame he didn’t do better research. RB was a slimeball back in the day. I didn’t want to watch his channel at all. But I find him too be a big brother guiding me through hard times. I’ll wait to see what the investigations say.

[@Shasgirl]

The comment section just let me know everything I already knew and expected when I clicked this and therefore, I have no reason to watch it. The title itself is bias and misleading, seeking to cause one to form a negative opinion before even hearing the distorted facts. I don't know what happened but I've been catching this from Dr. Grande for a short time now. Something changed. Idk if YT threatened him, or if he was approached by one of 'those' people to dilute his content and lean towards the "agenda" instead. I no longer can consider this man to be objective in any capacity. It's been real, Dr. Grande. I hope you snap out of it someday.

[@UrbanArtCentral]

Lack insights, like how he always say about his subjects, but now it's him.

[@matthew6695]

You people are so triggered, my god

[@Shasgirl]

@@matthew6695 You're the one taking the time out of your "active" life to reply to most of the comments in here and we're the triggered ones? Lol...Sure, buddy. But, keep utilizing that projection. ✌️

[@SomethingLame]

Nothing changed. You're just stupid.

[@donnyetta]

It's not paranoia if they're really after you

[@teresahuyten5129]

Ironically, in this society, know one can change their lives for the better especially if they become role models. He has walked a long road. But why now is he hit with these accusations?

[@charshill2978]

Brand has a strong following on his KZbin channel. He encourages debate and research. He gives verifiable sources of information. He is openly critical of the cv19 lockdown measures and lack of honesty in the MSM, for example.

[@stefanforrer2573]

you're just falling for another guru scamartist who has already brainwashed you into thinking that he can do no wrong..... nice job, idiots

[@dork7546]

Because the law doesn't care if you're no longer the person you used to be 20 years ago. If you murdered someone two decades ago and the authorities found out about it only now, even if you managed to change your ways, guess what? You're still gonna go to prison! Listen, bitch, I am not saying he's guilty, as far as I know there's a 50% chance he did it and a 50% chance he didn't since the authorities have yet to investigate this whole situation. But you don't sound as if you really care about the possibility of him being innocent. You sound as if you think he's guilty and yet, you think he shouldn't face any charges cause he's such a fantastic guy now. And the fact you're a woman who has this kind of beliefs only makes me more depressed.

[@tessajones9393]

Because society changes. People now know what things are. Back then we just put up with that behaviour. We didn't think about it as SA when it was your partner but social media and legislation/laws change.

[@markmcla]

Because Russell Brand spoke too much about the corrupt relationship between Bill Gates and Jeffrey Epstein. And the Gates Foundation funds much of the media.

[@ra.h.8840]

It’s the first time I totally disagree with Dr. Grande. Truth telling and conspiracy theories shouldn’t be confused. Russell’s past shouldn’t be confused with his present. Mainstream media shouldn’t be a courtroom where damaging allegations and smearing campaigns are fed to the public, without a coherent reason. Russell isn’t the only one who’ll pay for the the alleged mainstream media accusations; his pregnant wife and his two little children will pay for the alleged offenses till the rest of their lives. Please some objectivity, Dr. Grande.

[@gretarobinson1142]

Well said

[@SteveJonesOwnsDSP]

And who are you to determine what is 'the truth'? And why shouldn't past actions determine future conduct? Seems that you are biased

[@thomasrathmann52]

Dr. Grande thinks if he simps this hard on behalf of the establishment, they'll never turn on him.

[@gailruffu6073]

@ra.h.8840 I concur. Dr. Grande has disappointed me on his take on Russell Brand. Dr. Grande seems to have some biased opinions (jealousy?) re Brand's talent and Uber intelligence. One does not build a multi million (billion?) viewer audience without superior talent and intelligence! I don't like Brand but have to admit he displays superior, undeniable brain power.

[@Kinikia95]

Right. I love this channel. I vehemently disagree with his take on this.

[@JosephChecke]

So I went on Bill Maher shows Brand asking a lot of good questions about American media, especially MSNBC. He does NOT come across as a conspiracy theorist on that video at all. Dr Grande should do a more fair follow up to this video that takes Brand more seriously.

[@prefferedcustomer]

So someone who questions the media and Government citing facts and examples is a conspiracy theorist?

[@peterjv8748]

No but supporting and spouting debunked pseudoscience and whacko conspiracy theories does.

[@prefferedcustomer]

@@peterjv8748 Well that's lucky 😉

[@iverstim]

Conspiracy theorists = mental illness. Seriously, distrust of everything is certainly a bi-product of social media. Just cause you watched a video doesn’t make it true.

[@Chelzebelles]

​@@peterjv8748Any examples?

[@peterjv8748]

@@Chelzebelles Sure, anti-jab, the 2020 election, 9-EIeven. Pretty much anything Alex Jones puts out, Russell is now on board as well.

[@Youdatguy]

Russell is ahead of his time and he is very intelligent. He is a good example of overcoming personal challenges and he breaks walls down that people want up. He’s not a joke but is a good comedian. Like most he has his own niche in the industry, and you need a certain comfort palate to understand his humor.

[@0329Christine]

I subscribe to both your channel and Russell’s channels because I feel that you are both truthful. I don’t think that you actually watched his content. He talks about his addiction and recovery and his faith and dreams for society. They are quite admirable. I think you didn’t do enough research on this one Doctor.

[@Kinikia95]

I read his book regarding his addictions, and he seems to very much hold himself accountable.

[@sharronwaterhouse5864]

100% agree- I’m a fan of both Russell and Dr Grande and I’m disappointed at Dr Grande views on Russell. The man is ridiculously intelligent and talented as far as I’m concerned

[@dxcSOUL]

You're upset because of the cognitive dissonance. Russell Brand is a great marketer. He's a shill antivaxxer for one. Whey would an accredited doctor like Dr. Grande entertain moronic antivaxxers? I actually work in pharmaceuticals, and I know that the industry is poisonous. That said, the drugs that we produce do work... It's people like Russell who have no experience in biotech, who literally cause the deaths of innocent people when he discourages people from taking life saving medicine. Russell is a hack and people have been taken in by his charisma. He is a harm to all of society.@@sharronwaterhouse5864

[@julesonfoot9273]

Usually like Dr. Grande, but, perhaps more research on Brand would have been helpful before showing us how much he doesn’t like him.

[@stephencunningham6962]

I have bipolar disorder and this is something people are unaware of. If someone with bipolar disorder smokes weed it can cause immense depression and lead to psychosis. Which means you can literally go insane. This isn’t considered factual evidence since there aren’t that many samples for these studies, however, there is enough evidence for this link. I can say from my personal experience with marijuana it does cause immense depression, paranoia, and other actions. In fact, I sometimes get into immense rage when consuming marijuana. I don’t participate with marijuana anymore. And luckily, I only participated with this stuff in the safety of my own home, and only around very close friends. If you have bipolar disorder avoid anything that alters your mind and is not prescribed. Bipolar disorder is extremely difficult to live with and I know people that suffer from it have big hearts. Much love to anyone suffering from mental illness as well. I am not excusing the possible accusations based on his condition but I felt it to be important to share.

[@polarbearsrus6980]

Not my experience... he was a drug addict, nothing to do with weed.

[@williamsdaf]

"I have bipolar disorder and this is something people are unaware of. If someone with bipolar disorder smokes weed it can cause immense depression and lead to psychosis. Which means you can literally go insane" You called it Stephen. This is eactly what happened to me at the age of 39.

[@keekeejenkins6162]

​@@williamsdafIt's sad that people think that weed is 100% safe, doesn't damage the frontal lobe, and is non addictive. Wish more people will speak up on the HUGE negatives and not be gas lighted.

[@williamsdaf]

@@keekeejenkins6162 I've just started watching Bill Howie on You Tube. I ended up in prison for four months after a weed induced psychosis. I'm ready to speak up.

[@ZarathustraCalico]

@@keekeejenkins6162 It's sadder that alcohol is legal, as it's actually wayyyyyyyy more damaging than weed

[@ogarzabello]

NOT A CONSPIRACY THEORIST, BUT: Why do they go first to the media instead of the authorities? Why all at the same time? Why to the same media company? I mean, it is not like the Gymnastics USA team girls who know each other and were abused by the same doctor.

[@THE-id1by]

The media company was investigating

[@GangsterFrankensteinComputer]

Funny how there were zero allegations before he was smeared as far-right by the same media companies doing this investigation. An investigation you can only watch if you give them money.

[@blackitikatt533]

Come on now, Dr. Grande... Russell Brands' talent is not the issue; in America, aren't we presumed innocent until proven guilty? 🤔 Your "opinion" sounds more like a personal attack on his character & personality rather than a unbiased look at the recent accusations. It makes you sound jealous and resentful of his success because in your eyes he has no talent but is wildly liked and followed by millions. Let's wait for the dust to settle and all the facts come out before we send him off to Coventry. 😂

[@tradeladder146]

Lock Brand up, he is Loathed in the U.K. 👍

[@blackitikatt533]

@@tradeladder146 : You all should have locked him up when you had the chance! TOO LATE! 😆🤣😆🤣😆👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽

[@LadyDiamondIsHereNow]

@@tradeladder146 i don’t think many people outside of the U.K. have any idea of things like Sachsgate, etc., and how he pretty much destroyed his own career and then drifted over to the fringes where he could gain an audience repeating conspiracy claims. It seems none of them have read his first book where he claims all sorts of awful behaviour, starting as a young child, which included kicking the family dog down the stairs and then cuddling it at the bottom of them, playing mind games with it along with the physical abuse. I keep telling his followers that there are plenty of people speaking out on the subjects that Russell has been parroting for the last few years, and they need to find someone who isn’t riddled with the kind of appalling controversy that has followed Russell since the beginning. There are even reports of poor behaviour with women before he became famous. He’s really not someone to ride along with at all. Follow someone else who doesn’t have such a chequered history.

[@LadyDiamondIsHereNow]

@@blackitikatt533 people have tried, apparently, and been silenced, from what is coming to light now. This is a wealthy powerful man who has been famous/well known for a number of years. I’ve read of something like 200 reports of wrongdoing in regard to sexual assaults, etc., going back many years, although whether that is accurate or not, who knows? Unfortunately, wealth, fame, power can make things go away. The entertainment business across the board seems to enable, support and protect predators because of the huge amounts of money involved. If he was a bus driver, he would likely have been locked up a long time ago.

[@matthew6695]

You clearly haven’t watched any other of Dr. Grande’s videos if this is the conclusion you’ve come to.. it’s almost as if you were, dare I say.. triggered, so much so you had to come here & comment 😂 🤡