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Amazing

This is my favorite podcast bar none. Equal parts philosophy, political theory and rhetoric. Like being an eves dropper on a convo amongst a bunch of scholars and a madman who no one knows isn't a scholar as well but keeps pace nonetheless.

Every episode is enjoyable, humorous, and intellectually and spiritually stimulating!

And its interesting to hear Mr Brand learning too, as he interviews his many interesting guests.. He's always very respectful, funny and his motivation is right on

Funny, fascinating, I look forward to each new episode! My favorite so far was the one on meditation. Although now everytime I meditate I think about "snout breaths" at least once. LOL ;)

Great to see someone who doesn't take themselves too seriously and yet who still really wants to understand the complexity of the problems that face society today!

Great job Rusty Rockets ✌🏼👌🏼

Brand is expanding the conversation. He has his personal viewpoint but brings on people from multiple disciplines who confirm or add more nuance to the overall narrative.

Thanks for this, these are the conversations I wish I got to participate in everyday instead of hearing about people's recent purchases or other equally meaningless banter.

Russell Brand, with righteous intensity, cuts straight to the heart of the gordian issues of our time. A conscious humility and genuine wonder, Russell's outstanding whit brings self-relevance to any issue.

I just really love how he's using his voice as a pop culture focus and is talking about important political sagas.

So much brilliance!

or at least I use to...now the socialisim is bleeding through...

Even when discussing the most disturbing subjects, he makes me feel like it's not the end of the world. And even if it were, we'll no worries, mate.

I really appreciate this podcast in that Russell has genuine questions about what this life is. He brings on guests to walk us through these questions. They then consider possible answers or solutions. I really enjoyed the Sharan Salzberg episode. Russell seems to be of the most honest and genuine sort, thirsty for knowledge - not just entertainment value.

Just fantastic

Thank you for that Russell and Sharon! That was powerful!! : )

I've been listening for several weeks now, but after #017 with Sharon Salzburg, I am compelled to finally offer this 5-star rating I've been putting off writing! Russell is a brilliant interviewer, asks probing questions, doesn't let a guest get off with a vague answer - he asks the follow ups we're all thinking. Bravo, Russell! And more like this Sharon episode! I'd never actually heard her voice before (even though I'm a Buddhist and knew her work)... she had an infectious laugh, and listening to the two of them banter was a highlight of my day today! Bravo!

This is the most in depth, thought provoking looks in to are world though both a scientific and spiritual aspect. If everyone thought and looked at the wold in this manner the would would really be different. So take a listen and see if you can change the world or it might just change you and your understanding of the world! Enjoy Your AWAKENING!!!

This podcast will almost definitely get under your skin and you will love the way it feels; squirming around in there, making you less of a stinker and more of a thinker.

Well done Brand!

Most people feel so powerless and separate and afraid - we need to rebuild our communities and our love for each other and our strength as human beings. Remember block parties? The entire neighborhood would come out of their houses and bring their favorite foods and eat and talk and get to know each other. That doesn't happen anymore...we're all too afraid of our neighbors because the media makes us believe we should fear them. We're all human - afraid, separated, and powerless...it's when we stop fighting with each other and start helping each other that we begin to have real power. Thanks Russell for reminding me of that! :)

So happy to have a multitude of russsty podcasts to listen to each week! Well, two. And on this one he talks to smart people about smart things and reigns in his ego a touch. It's great. Have a listen.

will make other podcasts seem trivial

The guests are great and Brand does a good job of guiding the discussion and asking questions.

I liked him since I saw the Norm MacDonald interview. Awesome he's back.

So excited to finally lock in to this podcast. I've been a long time fan of his radio show and I can't wait to catch up on these shows. Love all things Brand.

This show is great!!

I love Russel Brand and his comedy. He can turn a joke out of even the darkest times. I wish he interviewed different kinds of people, but so far it seems he only invites Labor leftists and communists/socialists. Some of them have some interesting things to say, but I would really love to hear a balance of ideas on this show.

It's seems that most people on the show seem to dislike capitalism.

Which is interesting, because without capitalism Russel Brand wouldn't be famous, nor would he have the amounts of money he has today.

I'm afraid this podcast has turned into an echo chamber and lacks perspective. Too often do I find both the host and his guests are quick to dismiss any centrist or conservative positions because they "feel" like they understand the world and that those others just "don't get it". Too much confirmation bias, not enough introspection.

Found this podcast from a Reddit link. Just binges all episodes to June 4th. We'll deserved 5 Russell.

Suggestions....

1. Have some guests from other countries too.

2. Have guests from the right too (last episode seems to offer a start there). Suggest Glen Beck. From the American right, articulate, seems to be on his own journey to enlightenment. Remember that people on the right are not demons. They see the same things we do we on the left do but come to different conclusions.

This podcast took me by surprise. I wasn't a fan of the old Russel, but this one is amazing. This is the smart, poignant, and inspiring show about left politics I was looking for. I always learn something and by the end I feel empowered and am left wanting more.

Great podcast for those who need some positive messages on dealing with with some of the sad and disheartening issues in our society. Great contributors and interesting topics. As a Brit living in America, I'd love to hear some US contributors and discussion on society here

Keep it up

Love the new perspective! Whether you agree or disagree it's worth a listen. I wouldn't judge a book by its cover either, give it a listen before you judge.

Currently my absolute, FAVORITE podcast! Listening to Russell Brand's voice is therapeutic for me, plus the topics and discussion are very engaging... great guests and thought provoking themes! Love, love LOVE this!!!

Glad to hear Russell Brand is enthusiastically seeking education on these topics of religion, politics, and humanism. He's a quick-witted interviewer and it's insightful to hear a perspective from outside the US-of-A. Looking forward to more!

Trust.

I look forward to this podcast each week. So glad I found it!

Love it!

Wonderful balance of intellectualization and the spiritual.

Thought provoking, intelligent & engaging interviews on relativly complex, yet attainable, topics. In an amiable tone without jeopardizing the discourse. Fabulous and a vast improvement from my co-workers discussion of the latest episode of Scandal.

Great guests, interesting discussions with them.

A quick funny chat that goes deeper than you would expect.

Phenomenal show, every episode I end up re-listening to portions multiple times, discussing and debating with my partner - very thought provoking. Thank you! Suggestions: 1 - Gareth, please chain Russell and his guests to their mics, use more audio compression and ride levels as needed so volume is consistent. Difficult to follow otherwise. 2 - Russell, PLEASE let your guests answer fully. If necesary, write down your thoughts/questions to ask when they're done speaking. Better flow. 3 - Include a bit more explanation of UK-centric events for those of us elsewhere. 4 - More female guests. 5 - Put ep #s at the end of the title instead of start for better readability. Thank you, you are awesome, and I want you to succeed!

One of the few good or interesting celebrities

Love that you’re doing a podcast now man. I've gain much knowledge from your work and consider you an inspiration. Keep up the great work mate!

Intelectual, emotional, practical, brandical.

Saw him on jre and couldn't wait for him to have his own. Just found it and I'm excited to listen to all of them.

Pretty good stuff, 5 stars

...why yes it is. Like a jump in the snow directly from a hot tub. And intelligent, too, unlike that same jump into the snow.

You know the Vulcans in Star Trek really represent a misunderstanding of the idea of rationale and reason. Spock represents the true reasonable Vulcan..at least later on when he embraces a fuzzy sort of imperfect logic which takes into consideration a higher level of reasoning.

Einstein said that no problem can be solved on the level on which it is created... this is so true in mathematics as well.

This idea that reason and rationale are without passion or without compassion is simply not true. The person speaking with a cool head or cool heart does not operate necessarily from that place, but presents themselves in that way so that they are considered unbiased or openminded.

But really modern logic admits incompleteness and inconsistency. And compassion and understanding are actually a very sound and robust basis for policy design and policy in action. We see that in game theory and in modern economics. Sure there are those people who try to rationalize the greater bad- the Darth Helmet evil nerd types who would have us beleive that "Good is Dumb", but the reality is that compassion and understanding as a basis for ethics is perfectly sound and reasonable bases for a worldview and policy. In short ethics matter in terms of fallout which could mitigated.

And If for example a perfectly reasonable and extremely articulate sounding person finds themselves arguing for preemptive nuclear strikes (Sam Harris) then maybe they should consider their worldview assumptions. Same thing with people like Christopher Hitchens or Milton Friedman. All of these people have assumed that compassion and understanding are not necessarily a sound basis for a wordlview or they assume that it is the natural fallout from not planning for those outcomes- that the market will naturally dish out peace, justice, and the American way.

But the truth is they value money & power as the inherent basis for morality and ethics and justice. It's the same old story really- in Ancient Rome- it was not unethical to beat your wife necessarily or own a slave or beat your slave or rape your slaves etc. Because the primary basis for ethics was social status, power, and money.

Intellectuals for years are afraid to talk about the worldview assumptions or the framing of the debate we are having over the years, but it does really boil down to that which Russell Brand proposes in this podcast- that compassion and understanding is a sound basis for ethics and morality and that these things matter in regard to policy and societal outcomes. Simply put we always misunderstand the difference between necessary evils and good old fashioned evil. Necessary evils can mitigate greater net detriment. Violence for example can be a necessary evil if it is the only other choice for the sake of justice. Another example of this necessary evil idea is abortions rates are lower in places where abortion is legal but regulated.. So it boils down to-.The perfect unrealistic ideal vs the better but realistic ideal vs the whimsical naturalization of government and policy and structural violence...which is often ironically or rather well planned to be honest. Trump for example is the outcome of gaming the electoral college and the use of election fraud by way of voter ID, Voter roll purging using state cross checks, and the GOP majority outcome this election due also to those as well as toracially based Gerrymandering. ...

Anyways great podcast I found it very interesting and funny and a nice uplifting discussion about issues which are rather depressing... :0

At least he's someone pursuing truth! Can't wait!

Find the time to listen. Great relevant discussion. Can't wait for more.

I've been looking forward to Under the Skin since Russ was talking podcasting on JRE last year. He's thoughtful, funny, and delivers outstanding content. Home run!

About time, my man!

This first interview was great and I look forward to many more. I learned how poor people are being "played" against immigrants with fear, for one thing, while many people are actually losing the opportunity to work due to increased automation. And I heard more ideas that come from books I probably won't have time to read since life keeps us busy surviving. But, I appreciate being able to hear thoughts and ideas from a "forest" point of view while I'm busy just at the "tree" level. I think I got a glimpse of the game board in this game of life. Thank you for this podcast.

Thank you, Russell Brand, for your dedication to humanity. This first episode with Dr. Brad Evans, has already reached #1,

Top of the Charts

in the 1st day!👍

Well deserved!😇🙏 Congratulations! 🎉

Looking forward to the rest of the episodes in the series!🔮 It is really what the World needs right now! Thank you for making this show available to all of us!

Highly recommend this podcast! :) Russell always gives great insight into life & happiness.

We need you!

Love listening to Russell break down this crazy world.. Looking forward to more from him!

Fascinating start to your podcast! I appreciate and am engaged in your stance and excited to hear what you have to come. Thank you for adding to your platform to spread these ideas even further abroad. No doubt some fantastic guests to come.

Since you basically forced me to give you five stars you bloody well bettter earn it friend...lol. Highly anticipated and greatly needed. I'm genuinely excited to hear whats going on in that noggin of yours. Make me proud Russell! Love and blessings from Milwaukee, WI.

Russell, It is absolutely fascinating that you are talking with your peers who have been in academia for decades with your background as a hilarious entertainer. I totally agree with the interviewee in the first episode when he says what YOU are doing is very important. I am a huge fan of the enthusiasm you have for "going to college" and using your fame for this kind of purpose. THANK YOU!!

P.S. A mastery of Language is the ultimate power

It's dope

This will be great like the Trews!

I align with The Brand. Pheal the revolt!

Loved Brands episode on Joe Rogans podcast and gave this one a shot. Loved it.

Absolutely loving it!

The first guest was super amazing and I really appreciate how the foundational beliefs of our political world was investigated. It's so important to know how our political thinking was shaped and is guided by old paternalistic structures. Thank you Russell!

Very entertaining podcast! It's about time Russell came out with one.

Great first show, you should invite Duncan Trussell for a chat!!

Very interesting podcast

It's always a pleasure to experience the eloquence of Russell.

Very interesting podcast! :)

A timely podcast from a timely sort of fellow. I look very much forward to future episodes. The first episode covered many great topics and got me thinking, which is all I can hope for from any sort of media.

Thank you Russel. An excellent deconstructionist view of current affairs. A well needed voice in the midst of all the trash we are inundated with daily.

Absolutely awesome

I'm a big fan of all of Russell's novels & an avid follower of The Trews. Russell is a prime example of the potential of the human mind. We appreciate your content mate! Thank you for shining your light.

Hey Russel! Appreciate everything you do. Loved the Trews. Very excited about the new podcast.

One thing: could you link some info about your guests in the podcast descriptions? Links to their websites, book titles, etc.

Consulting Dr. Google with "Brad Evans" got me quite a bit of info on a soccer player, but little enlightenment regarding the militant Islam/ western colonialism marriage.

I loved this podcast and can't wait until the next one. I love Russell's brain.

Love it!!!!

Excellent podcast! Looking forward to many more.

Wanna stay woke. Listen to this podcast.

For taking the time to educate us and trying to make the world a better place. I hope more people come to realize this before it's too late for us. This knowledge is essential for us to make better decisions.

Great first episode

Such fascinating points of view of our modern world! Looking forward to all future episodes! I hope their will be a balance of spiritual minds, philosophical minds and political minds!

So's his podcast. Highly recommended for those who are willing (or eager) to challenge their thinking.

I've been waiting for Russell to start a podcast since his appearance on Rogan's show. Now it's here, and it's everthing I'd hoped it would be! Also read his book Revolution if you like the podcast.

Join Ol' Russ & friends to learn and gain new perspectives on social hierarchies that govern us, politics and consciousness.

Love this guy, great experience so far... looking forward to more episodes

While Russell has become a big time star, podcasting suits him so well. Awesome conversation in episode 1, excited to see where this show goes.

Intellectually eargasmic, thank you Russell Brand

Mr. Brand does a great job delving into the expert knowledge of his guest.

I love the concept of this podcast and I am really enjoying it. Insightful and necessary in today's world!

I love Russell's outlook on life! So positive and open. The first podcast was a success can't wait for more

Russell brand is very intelligent and it is a pleasure to listen and learn from him.

If you want to learn about the world with a deeper meaning, and you want to be entertained, go no further.

This podcast is a really important voice on current events that is really scarce. I'm excited to have someone bringing up subjects no one wants us to hear.

Your episode on Joe Rogan was great insight into your personality, and I am looking forward to your new podcast.

Looking forward to tuning in to glean what wisdom and refreshing perspectives come out of this new venture. Digital hugs to Mr Brand and the fun community that undoubtedly follows what he puts out into the universe!

Thank you brotha for offering this to us. I appreciate it on many levels and look forward to learning all that is offered! I appreciate you being of service! You have really come along way as a being🙏 excited about the podcast!