Best Al Madrigal Podcasts (2024)

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Joel McHale 1:07:33

2d ago1:07:33

1:07:33

Neal Brennan interviews Joel McHale (Animal Control, The Soup, Community) about the things that make him feel lonely, isolated, and like something's wrong - and how he is persevering despite these blocks. ---------------------------------------------------------- 00:00 Intro 1:54 How He Got Into Showbiz 5:06 College football career 8:41 Almost Live…

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279. Steve Simeone and Mike Black 1:09:51

1d ago1:09:51

1:09:51

Taped during Netflix is a Joke Festival, we have Steve Simeone and Mike Black sit down with Eleanor. They talk characters of the Store, working the door and where they are today. Get everything Steve Simeone at https://www.awesomesteve.com/. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices…

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Phil Rosenthal 1:09:28

9d ago1:09:28

1:09:28

Neal Brennan interviews Phil Rosenthal ('Somebody Feed Phil,' 'Everybody Loves Raymond') about the things that make him feel lonely, isolated, and like something's wrong - and how he is persevering despite these blocks. ---------------------------------------------------------- 00:00 Intro 1:35 Everybody Loves Raymond 16:35 After the Sitcom 25:03 S…

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278. Laura Peek 59:04

8d ago59:04

59:04

Laura Peek joins Rick and Eleanor this week on an incredibly fun episode! Laura is new to The Store but she fits right in. Laura started standup after working at Zanies and quickly found her footing. Moving to LA during the pandemic had it's challenges but we are glad she pushed though so that we can see her on our stages! Follow Laura to catch her…

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Darrell Hammond 1:09:25

15d ago1:09:25

1:09:25

Neal Brennan interviews Darrell Hammond (Cray, SNL) about the things that make him feel lonely, isolated, and like something's wrong - and how he is persevering despite these blocks. ---------------------------------------------------------- 00:00 Intro 1:30 SNL & impressions 4:16 Emotionally Traumatic Life 6:50 Synesthesia 9:27 Voices & Impression…

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277. Margaret Cho 1:02:03

15d ago1:02:03

1:02:03

This week Eleanor sits down with Margaret Cho! They have a great conversation about The Store, performing "Alt" comedy and getting compliments for being funny for a woman 😬 Watch Eleanor's special No Country for Old Women OUT NOW https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HZE8P7d-jyA Follow us on IG Rick Ingraham - https://www.instagram.com/rickingraham/ Elea…

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George Wallace 1:23:59

22d ago1:23:59

1:23:59

Neal Brennan interviews George Wallace (Comedy Legend, Best 10pm Show in Las Vegas) about the things that make him feel lonely, isolated, and like something's wrong - and how he is persevering despite these blocks. ---------------------------------------------------------- Subscribe to George Wallace: @GeorgeWallaceTV 00:00 Intro 1:53 Richard Pryor…

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276. Big Jay Oakerson 1:23:15

27d ago1:23:15

1:23:15

With guest host Steve Furey, Eleanor welcomes Big Jay Oakerson to the show! Big Jay gets deep in to his feud with Corey Feldman. They talk business and auditions, fighting off the philly accent and getting started in standup. Big Jay - https://www.instagram.com/bigjayoakerson Steve Furey - https://www.instagram.com/scubastevefurey Watch Eleanor's s…

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Al Madrigal 1:12:18

30d ago1:12:18

1:12:18

Neal Brennan interviews Al Madrigal ('The Dust Up' podcast, 'Lopez vs. Lopez,' 'Shrimpin' Ain't Easy,' 'The Daily Show') about the things that make him feel lonely, isolated, and like something's wrong - and how he is persevering despite these blocks. ---------------------------------------------------------- Subscribe to Al Madrigal's podcast 'The…

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275. Tony Hinchcliffe, Andrew Dice Clay and Benji Aflalo 1:15:24

29d ago1:15:24

1:15:24

The Dark Price of comedy, Tony Hinchcliffe joins The Comedy Store Podcast today! With guest host Benji Aflalo, Eleanor gets the inside scoop on Tony’s set on the Roast of Tom Brady and the massive Kill Tony live shows on the Netflix is a Joke Festival. Andrew Dice Clay calls in to congratulate Tony on his success. DICE goes on to reluctantly give B…

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Margaret Cho 1:21:50

1M ago1:21:50

1:21:50

Neal Brennan interviews Margaret Cho ('Cho Dependent', 'Notorious C.H.O.', 'I'm The One That I Want' 'All-American Girl' & much more) about the things that make her feel lonely, isolated, and like something's wrong - and how she is persevering despite these blocks. ---------------------------------------------------------- 00:00 Intro 1:14 Finding …

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274. Argus Hamilton 1:30:50

1M ago1:30:50

1:30:50

THE ONE AND ONLY Argus Hamilton joins us today! Argus lives and breathes Comedy Store history and he's got the stories to prove it. This is a not to miss episode. Watch Eleanor's special No Country for Old Women OUT NOW https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HZE8P7d-jyA Follow us on IG Rick Ingraham - https://www.instagram.com/rickingraham/ Eleanor Kerrig…

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Trevor Noah 1:19:15

2M ago1:19:15

1:19:15

Neal Brennan interviews Trevor Noah ('The Daily Show,' 'What Now?,' 'Born a Crime,' 'Where Was I' & more on Netflix) about the things that make him feel lonely, isolated, and like something's wrong - and how he is persevering despite these blocks. ---------------------------------------------------------- Subscribe to @trevornoah Follow What Now? w…

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273. Jessie JETSKI Johnson 54:13

1M ago54:13

54:13

Jessie JETSKI Johnson joins Rick and Eleanor this week. They talk about being a Door Guy, parking cars and how it led to Jetski getting on the Bad Friends Podcast. Rick shares stories from when he was a Door Guy. Jessie shares about showcasing, getting passed as a paid regular. Jessie talks about what paid regular she could take in a fight. Catch J…

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Tig Notaro 1:41:04

2M ago1:41:04

1:41:04

Neal Brennan interviews Tig Notaro ('Hello Again' on Amazon Prime, 'Handsome Podcast') about the things that make her feel lonely, isolated, and like something's wrong - and how she is persevering despite these blocks. ---------------------------------------------------------- Watch 'Tig Notaro: Hello Again' on Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/Tig-No…

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272. Justin Martindale 52:53

2M ago52:53

52:53

Justin Martindale joins us this week! We talk dancing, getting passed, the Tommy days and the odd characters that were around when Justin started working at The Store. Don't miss his LIVE podcast taping right here at The Comedy Store, 5/9 8p in the Belly Room. Grab your ticket here https://www.showclix.com/event/justin-may9th Watch Eleanor's specia…

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Jerry Seinfeld 1:27:41

2M ago1:27:41

1:27:41

Neal Brennan interviews Jerry Seinfeld ('Unfrosted' on Netflix, 'Comedians in Cars Getting Coffee,' 'Bee Movie,' 'Seinfeld') about the things that make him feel lonely, isolated, and like something's wrong - and how he is persevering despite these blocks. ---------------------------------------------------------- Watch 'Unfrosted' on Netflix: https…

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271. Annie Lederman 1:07:37

2M ago1:07:37

1:07:37

Annie Lederman joins Rick and Eleanor to share stories from the Store and much, much more! Go see Anniewood and Friends on the Netflix is a Joke festival! May 9th, 8p in the Main Room of the World Famous Comedy Store! https://www.showclix.com/event/annie-may9th Watch Eleanor's special No Country for Old Women OUT NOW https://www.youtube.com/watch?v…

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Marc Rebillet 1:08:42

2M ago1:08:42

1:08:42

Neal Brennan interviews Marc Rebillet about the things that make him feel lonely, isolated, and like something's wrong - and how he is persevering despite these blocks. --------------------------------------------------------- Subscribe to Marc Rebillet: @MarcRebillet 🎙️ Have a Question about your Blocks for Neal? 🎙️ Email “NealBrennanBlocks@Gmail.…

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270. Greg Fitzsimmons & Al Madrigal 1:19:19

2M ago1:19:19

1:19:19

Greg Fizsimmons joins Rick and Eleanor on this week's Comedy Store Podcast. Rick shares some stories of some great "dark days" characters. Al Madrigal pops in before his OR set! Watch Eleanor's special No Country for Old Women OUT NOW https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HZE8P7d-jyA Follow us on IG Rick Ingraham - https://www.instagram.com/rickingraham/…

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Brian Simpson 1:07:52

3M ago1:07:52

1:07:52

Neal Brennan interviews Brian Simpson (Live from the Mothership on Netflix, BS w/ Brian Simpson podcast) about the things that make him feel lonely, isolated, and like something's wrong - and how he is persevering despite these blocks. --------------------------------------------------------- 🎙️ Have a Question about your Blocks for Neal? 🎙️ Email …

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269. Jeff Danis 1:00:51

2M ago1:00:51

1:00:51

Paid Regular Jeff Danis joins Rick and Eleanor on the show this week. They discuss the characters that used to frequent The Comedy Store, which they insist that new Door Guys need to get to know in order to accept the job. Rick shares a story of an altercation that occurred. Jeff and Rick reminisce on messing with open mic’ers. Learn more about you…

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David Cross 1:18:34

3M ago1:18:34

1:18:34

Neal Brennan interviews David Cross (Mr. Show, Arrested Development, Senses Working Overtime Podcast & much more) about the things that make him feel lonely, isolated, and like something's wrong - and how he is persevering despite these blocks. **FYI: We understand there are audio issues starting around 48 min. We tried but couldn't repair them.** …

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268. Fahim Anwar 1:02:53

3M ago1:02:53

1:02:53

This week we have the hilarious Fahim Anwar on the show! visit https://www.fahimanwar.com for all his dates Listen to his podcast https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/fahim-anwar-dance-hour/id1435776308 Check out his Dance Hour Spotify playlist https://open.spotify.com/playlist/3t8yYPYqaoNdTU5Sf7Fl8l?si=fa438bb25bcc4d2f And follow him on IG https:…

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Beth Stelling 1:12:19

3M ago1:12:19

1:12:19

Neal Brennan interviews Beth Stelling (''If You Didn't Want Me Then' on Netflix) about the things that make her feel lonely, isolated, and like something's wrong - and how she is persevering despite these blocks. --------------------------------------------------------- 🎙️ Have a Question about your Blocks for Neal? 🎙️ Email “NealBrennanBlocks@Gmai…

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267. Ari Shaffir and Kurt Metzger 1:02:43

3M ago1:02:43

1:02:43

Brought to you from underneath the OR! Ari Shaffir, Rick and Eleanor fill Kurt Metzger in on some Comedy Store history, characters and lore. They catch up on current events and preach their strong feelings on the Canadian influence. Next time you get to the Store grab yourself a pretzel. Watch Eleanor’s Special “No Country for Old Women” OUT NOW ht…

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266. Kevin Christy 1:07:17

3M ago1:07:17

1:07:17

Kevin Christy joins Rick and Eleanor this week on The Comedy Store Podcast. They talk old Hollywood sitcoms. We watch Rick’s Bud Light commercial, where he plays the “creepy guy”. They talk about awkward moments on a cruise, Kevin’s art, and the old days at The Store. Tell us what you named your dog vs what you actually call your dog. Follow Kevin …

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David Alan Grier 1:18:14

3M ago1:18:14

1:18:14

Neal Brennan interviews David Alan Grier ('In Living Color,' 'The Carmichael Show' & much more) about the things that make him feel lonely, isolated, and like something's wrong - and how he is persevering despite these blocks. **Correction from DAG : "It was Dumb and Dumber that was offered to me in hopes of packaging me with Rob Schneider. Not Ace…

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265. Kim Congdon and Sara Weinshenk 44:06

3M ago44:06

44:06

This week on The Comedy Store Podcast we have Kim Congdon and Sara Weinshenk. They talk about starting standup on Kill Tony and being on the show every week for their first 2 years! They’ve been friends and collaborators ever since. Kim, Sara and Eleanor talk about stories from the store, in the before Adam times when the piano was still out in the…

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Bill Burr 1:30:03

3M ago1:30:03

1:30:03

Neal Brennan interviews Bill Burr ('Old Dads,' Monday Morning Podcast + much more) about the things that make him feel lonely, isolated, and like something's wrong - and how he is persevering despite these blocks. --------------------------------------------------------- 🎙️ Have a Question about your Blocks for Neal? 🎙️ Email “NealBrennanBlocks@Gma…

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264. Chris Estrada 1:13:58

4M ago1:13:58

1:13:58

This week Rick and Eleanor welcome Chris Estrada! He's an incredible comic and writer and paid regular. They discuss the open mics and bar shows around LA. Chris started comedy at 30 and worked hard with respect for the craft. They discuss great shows, bombs and the characters in the LA comedy scene. Rick and Eleanor share some great stories of cha…

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Kyle Kinane 1:20:14

4M ago1:20:14

1:20:14

Neal Brennan interviews Kyle Kinane ('Dirt Nap' on 800 Pound Gorilla) about the things that make him feel lonely, isolated, and like something's wrong - and how he is persevering despite these blocks. Watch Kyle Kinane 'Dirt Nap': https://800poundgorillamedia.com/products/kyle-kinane-dirt-nap --------------------------------------------------------…

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263. Ryan Sickler 1:11:09

4M ago1:11:09

1:11:09

This week Ryan Sickler joins Eleanor for a fun conversation. They touch on Ryan's comedy influences, but this is mainly a run down memory lane for them both! Ryan shares some stories on some sketchy jobs he had in the past, growing up in Baltimore, and playing tricks on his grandma. Among the wild stories, Eleanor has a great one about how she help…

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Trevor Wallace 1:11:56

4M ago1:11:56

1:11:56

Neal Brennan interviews Trevor Wallace ('Pterodactyl' on Amazon, 'Stiff Socks' podcast, + more) about the things that make him feel lonely, isolated, and like something's wrong - and how he is persevering despite these blocks. --------------------------------------------------------- 🎙️ Have a Question about your Blocks for Neal? 🎙️ Email “NealBren…

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262. Shapel Lacey 1:01:14

4M ago1:01:14

1:01:14

Rick and Eleanor sit down with special guest Shapel Lacey. Shapel Fills Rick in on some Kansas City trivia. Rick gives his take on the Rocky movies. Eleanor dives in to Shapel’s background in cheerleading, which she (rightly) is blown away by. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices…

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Jim Norton 1:22:57

4M ago1:22:57

1:22:57

Neal Brennan interviews Jim Norton ('Nikki & Jim,' 'Jim Norton & Sam Roberts,' 'Opie & Anthony,' standup specials + more) about the things that make him feel lonely, isolated, and like something's wrong - and how he is persevering despite these blocks. --------------------------------------------------------- 🎙️ Have a Question about your Blocks fo…

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261. Pauly Shore and Kelly Ryan 50:30

4M ago50:30

50:30

Pauly guest hosts this week with guest and new(ish) paid regular Kelly Ryan! Eleanor shares about her shows with Andrew Dice Clay. Pauly catches up on the temperature of the young comics around the Store these days. Kelly shares her stories about getting passed and remembers a story from her first time visiting The Comedy Store. Check out Kelly on …

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Seth Green 1:06:36

4M ago1:06:36

1:06:36

Neal Brennan interviews Seth Green (‘Robot Chicken,’ ‘Family Guy,’ ‘Austin Powers,’ ‘The Italian Job,’ ‘Can’t Hardly Wait’ + more) about the things that make him feel lonely, isolated, and like something's wrong - and how he is persevering despite these blocks. 🎙️ Have a Question about your Blocks for Neal? 🎙️ Email “NealBrennanBlocks@Gmail.com” to…

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260: Bobby Lee & Liza Treyger 1:21:17

5M ago1:21:17

1:21:17

Rick and Eleanor welcome us back to The Comedy Store Podcast, which is back and more hectic than ever! They discuss the updates to the studio. Some exciting guests we hope to have with help of Ai. The one and only Bobby Lee joins us to watch some clips from the vault, which includes some pilots that Mitzi produced featuring Ollie Joe Prater and And…

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Dusty Slay 1:18:29

5M ago1:18:29

1:18:29

Neal Brennan interviews Dusty Slay (‘Workin’ Man’ on Netflix, ‘We’re Having A Good Time Podcast’) about the things that make him feel lonely, isolated, and like something's wrong - and how he is persevering despite these blocks. ---------------------------------------------------------- 00:00 Intro 2:59 Country Music Joke 5:38 Starting Standup 7:20…

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Freaky Friday. Jimmy Carr hosts guest Neal Brennan 1:14:14

5M ago1:14:14

1:14:14

Jimmy Carr interviews Neal Brennan ('Blocks') about the things that make him feel lonely, isolated, and like something's wrong - and how he is persevering despite these blocks. ---------------------------------------------------------- 00:00 Intro 1:32 Childhood 4:24 Self-Pity 6:47 Grievances 22:46 Lack of Appreciation 32:36 Worries about Love Endi…

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David Koechner 59:31

5M ago59:31

59:31

Neal Brennan interviews David Koechner ('The Goods,' 'Anchorman,' 'SNL') about the things that make him feel lonely, isolated, and like something's wrong - and how he is persevering despite these blocks. ---------------------------------------------------------- 00:00 Intro 2:54 Parenting 12:48 Childhood 29:45 Alcoholism 39:20 Catholicism 55:55 Wha…

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Rainn Wilson 1:11:50

5M ago1:11:50

1:11:50

Neal Brennan interviews Rainn Wilson (new book 'Soul Boom: Why We Need a Spiritual Revolution') about the things that make him feel lonely, isolated, and like something's wrong - and how he is persevering despite these blocks. ---------------------------------------------------------- 00:00 Glowing Intro 3:20 Soul Boom 11:47 Anxiety 18:18 Growing u…

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Heather McMahan 58:02

6M ago58:02

58:02

Neal Brennan interviews Heather McMahan ('Son I Never Had' on Netflix) about the things that make her feel lonely, isolated, and like something's wrong - and how she is persevering despite these blocks. ---------------------------------------------------------- 00:00 Intro 1:00 Full Throttle 5:44 Anxious As Of Late 13:35 Wants Kids, No Desire for B…

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Gabriel Iglesias 1:09:00

6M ago1:09:00

1:09:00

Neal Brennan interviews Gabriel Iglesias ('Stadium Fluffy' on Netflix) about the things that make him feel lonely, isolated, and like something's wrong - and how he is persevering despite these blocks. ---------------------------------------------------------- 00:00 Intro 4:40 Upbringing 11:44 Managing Expectations 21:17 Losing Relationships 32:24 …

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Jimmy Carr 1:13:44

6M ago1:13:44

1:13:44

Neal Brennan interviews Jimmy Carr (The man we owe The Blocks Podcast to, 'His Dark Material' on Netflix & much more) about the things that make him feel lonely, isolated, and like something's wrong - and how he is persevering despite these blocks. ---------------------------------------------------------- 00:00 Executive Producer 4:13 Neal and Jim…

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Lil Rel Howery 1:14:00

6M ago1:14:00

1:14:00

Neal Brennan interviews Lil Rel Howery (Standup specials, ‘Vacation Friends 1&2,’ Get Out,’ ‘The Carmichael Show,’ + more) about the things that make him feel lonely, isolated, and like something's wrong - and how he is persevering despite these blocks. ---------------------------------------------------------- 00:00 Intro 5:18 Quitting Drinking fo…

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Gary Owen 1:08:18

6M ago1:08:18

1:08:18

Neal Brennan interviews Gary Owen ('Think Like A Man,' 'Ride Along,' 'Comic View,' & more) about the things that make him feel lonely, isolated, and like something's wrong - and how he is persevering despite these blocks. ---------------------------------------------------------- 00:00 Intro 2:52 Angry At Biological Father 55:12 Anxiety 57:44 Refle…

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Jim Jefferies 1:36:47

7M ago1:36:47

1:36:47

Neal Brennan interviews Jim Jefferies (Top 15 all-time standup comic, 'High & Dry' + multiple specials, 'The 1% Club,' 'Legit,' 'The Jim Jefferies Show') about the things that make him feel lonely, isolated, and like something's wrong - and how he is persevering despite these blocks. ---------------------------------------------------------- 00:00 …

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Kathy Griffin 1:19:40

7M ago1:19:40

1:19:40

Neal Brennan interviews Kathy Griffin (Guinness World Record holder for TV specials, My Life on the D-List + more) about the things that make her feel lonely, isolated, and like something's wrong - and how she is persevering despite these blocks. ---------------------------------------------------------- 00:00 Getting Canceled 2:32 People Still Thi…

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