# Ep. 155: Fake ultrasounds, Epstein rant, &  BAFTA | BS with Brian Simpson

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Podcast: [BS with Brian Simpson](https://stenobird.com/podcast/bs-with-brian-simpson-640558)
Published: 2026-02-24T18:00:00+00:00
Episode link: https://shows.acast.com/bswbs/episodes/ep-155-fake-ultrasounds-epstein-rant-bafta-bs-with-brian-sim
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Duration seconds: 2958

## Resource

In this episode of BS with Brian Simpson , Brian Simpson shares honest, thoughtful perspective on Austin’s rapid growth, the evolution of comedy, originality in creative work, and listener questions about real-life situations. Brian discusses how cities change over time, the realities of modern creative careers, and why originality still matters in stand-up comedy. He also responds to listener emails covering relationships, decision-making, and unusual real-world situations—blending humor with grounded perspective. 00:00 – Welcome Back & Show Updates 01:15 – Listener Question: Austin’s Growth Explained 04:30 – Why Cities Change Over Time 07:05 – Comedy Originality and Creative Discipline 11:00 – Internet Fame vs Real-World Skill 15:45 – Listener Story: Relationship and Trust 19:30 – Modern Media and Perspective 24:15 – News Story Reaction: Lottery Controversy 30:40 – Fairness, Luck, and Opportunity 36:10 – Public Events and Media Decisions 42:00 – Final Advice and Listener Questions 52:10 – Closing Thoughts VOICEMAIL: Call 323-451-1980 to leave us a message. We'll listen to them all and play some of the good ones on the show. Follow Brian @BScomedian Find Brian's tour dates at briansimpsoncomedy.com Email the show at bswithbriansimpson@gmail.com If you'd like your track featured on BS with Brian Simpson, send it to BSwithBrianSimpson@gmail.com with "music track" in the subject line. #briansimpson #bswithbriansimpson #standupcomedy #comedypodcast Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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