Episode S2 · Ep 186 October 20, 2026 46 min 34s

Ep. 186: The Price of Fame | BS with Brian Simpson

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Is being famous really worth it? Comedian Brian Simpson explains why fame isn't the same thing as success, and why the entertainment industry can be a dangerous place for artists who don't understand the business. In Episode 186 of BS with Brian Simpson, Brian discusses the hidden costs of celebrity, the loss of privacy, the pressure of public attention, and why he'd rather have financial freedom and a quiet ranch than be famous everywhere he goes. Brian also reacts to the recent SiriusXM comedy radio controversy involving hundreds of working comedians whose material was removed from regular rotation. Drawing on his own experiences in stand-up comedy, he talks about royalties, management, entertainment lawyers, contracts, and why young comedians need to protect their interests.

Brian Simpson | Live From The Mothership (Full Comedy Special)

00:00 — Brian Is Back on Tour!

00:57 — Hundreds of Comedians Lose SiriusXM Airplay

03:55 — How Comedians Actually Get Paid

06:00 — Brian's Warning About Managers and Lawyers

09:17 — The Hidden Danger of Your First Big Deal

12:51 — Cats, Gaming and Listener Emails

16:33 — Brian Responds to a Listener's Unusual Question

21:31 — Should You Let Your Cat Outside?

28:12 — Why Fame and Success Aren't the Same

34:36 — Brian's Dream Life and the Real Price of Fame

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