I worked at an Improv comedy club for several years about 10 or 12 years ago. Of all the comedians that performed there that I had no knowledge of before they showed up, Sebastian Maniscalco was hands down my favorite. This was around the time when he was doing his Whats Wrong With People material. Which I think was his best show. I remember the first 2 nights he was there performing, I had the hardest time doing my duties, because I kept pausing to watch Sebastian just straight up killing it. I worked Friday and Saturday, and had Sunday off, at which time I got as many friends and family as I could to go see him for his Sunday show. And a few years later, after I had left the Improv, Sebastian came there again, and I once again got as many friends and family that I could to go see him again. Man he was good. I got to talk to him some when I was working at the Improv. A really nice personable guy to talk to.
Neal is grossly underrated. But is truly a genuine soul. Love how considerate and thoughtful everything he says is. “Oh by the way” “meaning…” are my fav Brennanisms
@MuZic It's not gross. It's accurate. Neal has openly talked about this on a few podcasts. We all love Neal and that's why we are here listening to him. He has a very honest approach to things, which is reflective of him as a person and a comedian. No back handed compliments here. Given his amount of pure talent and how he weaves cultural insight (with humor) into very serious topics...one would assume it to be a fair critique that the he's underrated.
I’ve been performing to some degree my entire life and I cannot possibly relate to Sebastian more when he says he just wants to show up, do his thing, and go home. So nice to hear such a successful performer express the same desire. Makes me feel less insane. Thanks for this podcast, Neal. It’s excellent.
I love that two of the most notoriously antisocial comedians have such a smooth, easy way of getting along with one another. They clearly see eye to eye with one another, & have obvious mutual respect... it's nice to see. 😊
I don't know how to express this right, but I love Neal* because he's one of the most considerate comics, like he considers every aspect of a thing/project/premise. Even the transition into the ads, actually discussing therapy and then going into a BetterHelp ad, and tying it in and making it funny!
Yeah he’s really good and I think Dave leaving his show abrubtly really hurt him financially and he probably struggled a lot with that. I know I’d feel a lot of different things. I was worried with how depressed he would say he is all the time but he seems to try a lot of different things.
I have many favorite comedians, and it’s hard to even say which episode of Blocks are the top 3. Regardless, this episode is awesome! The episode with Trevor Noah was awesome, and quite literally. everyone I’ve watched has been as well. Now, Neil or is it Neal (lols at myself here), when will you get Drew Michaels on? Matt Rife? Or LeAnne Morgan? And I will laugh more at myself if you have had them on! 😂❤. Thank you, humor heals. My late dad taught Shakespeare and comedy makes tragedy bearable so keep helping us all heal and laugh. Much love! ❤
@@peppino1961agreed. I like his comedy and his show but i can’t watch his podcast. All buzzed and sounding kinda smarmy. Sebastian in that atmosphere must hv been so uncomfy. I may hv to check that out for 5 mins of cringy fun.
@@LLynneM His first special was amazing. Then it kind of got a little stale. I find he exaggerated his accent and relies too much on his crazy moves which shows he lacks the intellect of Louis CK or Chappelle.
The Pete and Sebastian Show podcast is one of the BEST FREE weekly podcasts out there, it's two seasoned very funny comics talking about their lives and it's so funny. Immigrant mentality, baby!
So refreshing to see the old/real Sebastian that we know and love. Stay humble because that’s what we love about you. Sometimes you over shadow Pete on “THE CAST”… Take your mother’s advice. Stay humble…
It reminded me of a story from Bill Burr when he and Sebastian were living on the same floor and just a few doors from each other. And after they met in the hallway on a few occasions, Sebastian asks Bill; "I've heard that you're making a good chunk of change. What is exactly that you do? I'd like to try it myself sometime" 🤣
Neal your a great host/comedian!!! I have completely enjoyed your work! Greatest, introspective, down to earth thing I have seen! Gonna watch and tell people to. THANK YOU.
Love how humble, honest and real Sebastian is!❤…not to mention the funniest comedian on the plant.😅Never change!!! I relate to Sebastian way too much!..Lots of the same traits as him and grew up with a similar background and from his same hometown in Midwest burbs! I have the same values & beliefs that I live by…Guess it’s the European upbringing…Italians & Greeks can be very much alike. Love his deep voice and Italian accent…Could listen to it all day!😊
Just learned of Brennan! i always watch Sebatian, and so love this podcast! i get why Sebastian is worried about maintaining his Comedy level and success because I worry about that for him too, you need to explore other venues like he is doing, acting! cant wait to see his movie about his Father, he is such a genuine person, shares his life and how he CARES!!
28:00 for a comedian I'm a fan of, I'll see them every time they are near. Sometimes multiple times per tour if the shows are close enough. We don't have comedy clubs in North Central WV so catching a tour is a huge treat and I'll take all I can get!
I felt like Neal spent most of this entire interview taking digs at Sebastian and I held back from writing it bc it felt negative on my part. Then toward the end when Sebastian brought it up himself I realized I was right
I think an important part of knowing someone for a while is that they give you perspective and keep you humble. They remind you of things you forgot about and in the end help you see how far you’ve come. Sometimes it’s awkward to be reminded of low points but ultimately it keeps you honest
I just had spine surgery! It was my last resort but glad I did it. The sooner you do it the better, the longer you wait the worse it can get if you do need it. Get a few neurosurgeon’s opinions. Hope you’re feeling better considering I’m seeing this 9+ months later.
Sebastian - "I'm taking about a year / year and a half off. I'm just gonna do Veags for a bit. Oh and I also start shooting a TV show in February." LOL doesn't sound like time off to me. Love all your stuff, me and my wife saw you in Chicago last year and couldn't stop laughing!
Poor guy was also on Bill Maher's terrible podcast, where Bill gets drunk and stoned and talks at guests for an hour. Sebastian was so uncomfortable. But when he is talking to a sober adult, he's very interesting and open.
Love both of these funny guys, so cool watching them chill with all that history. Being real is wonderful. Gave me some things (blocks) to look at myself!💖
I too am so surprised he is raising his kids in California, but understand wanting to stay close to family. Stay humble Sebastian. That’s what we love about you.
Sebastian is very tight and reveals information but as a general thing, he doesn’t completely let go.. which is fine to keep your business to yourself or tell ppl close to you.. but I always feels he holds back
In addition to meditation, also consider a great way to practice being present is by continually noticing and thinking about every step of what you’re actually doing, saying in the moment.
Sebastian should make a dark comedy with scorsesse about the life of his character from the movie that would be cool the way he explained the dudes life was funny and out of left field would be funny to watch that story be told
Blocks: People who have self portrait artwork of themselves at there home. Cut to a video of Bert kreischer house where he has 34 self portraits of himself on the walls of his house. Might be a literal nightmare for Sebastian lol
My sciatica was cured with acupuncture, after more than 2 years dealing with it. Just me, maybe it doesn't work for everyone, but just putting it out there.
Sebastian for the sciatica Egosque cured it for me and thats after 2 surgeries. Pete Egoscue wrote a book on it plus ur in LA so you can find a trainer.
This was great! You are both hilarious and engaging. A friend of who has a 3x4 ft Portrait of herself in her dining room! Not a celebrity and a woman! . Had to share!😅
I’m going to see Sebastian every time he comes to Sugar Land Texas or a 400 mile radius! When you see him live ….it’s an experience that can’t be translated on a TV. I love that I can see him on TV…but if he’s worried about future ticket sales…he needs to shut that down! The people that bought tickets are gonna be the same ones buying them hour one when they go on sale! I feel so confident in this prediction that I’m putting it out there in the public! 😂 which isn’t my personality to put it out there 😂unless I know I’m RIGHT! 😂
I think you’re both really funny. I grew up a lot like Maniscalco. Same region. Same generation. I guess I’m wondering, do you ever consider that people may not come out bc of economic hardship, not bc they forget you, or don’t think you’re as funny as you used to be? I’ll be honest. I grew up working class. Put myself through school. Worked really hard. I couldn’t afford to go see a live show right now. I don’t know any of my friends who go to shows often. Usually somebody I know chooses one, maybe two shows to go to a year.. that could be a high caliber comedian like either of you, a concert, broadway show (I live in eastern upstate NY now). Guys, when the cost of living has tripled, it’s not easy paying for these shows. Having said that, I do watch all your specials via streaming subscriptions.. it’s much more economically affordable for me. If you have interesting podcasts, I’ll watch & subscribe, leave comments for the algorithm gods, try to support you that way. I grew up not having much. Rough steel mill town. I became a research scientist in the field of genetics. Got suddenly I’ll w/ some autoimmune crap, & kinda lost everything. I figure I’m not that unique. Things happen to folks all the time. Just wanted to offer that up.. podcasts are obviously also a way to build an extremely solid & ever growing fan base. Doesn’t have to be just about promoting tickets. I’m not judging. It’s just my perspective based on my own experiences. Very interesting episode. Ty.
I worked at an Improv comedy club for several years about 10 or 12 years ago. Of all the comedians that performed there that I had no knowledge of before they showed up, Sebastian Maniscalco was hands down my favorite. This was around the time when he was doing his Whats Wrong With People material. Which I think was his best show. I remember the first 2 nights he was there performing, I had the hardest time doing my duties, because I kept pausing to watch Sebastian just straight up killing it. I worked Friday and Saturday, and had Sunday off, at which time I got as many friends and family as I could to go see him for his Sunday show. And a few years later, after I had left the Improv, Sebastian came there again, and I once again got as many friends and family that I could to go see him again. Man he was good. I got to talk to him some when I was working at the Improv. A really nice personable guy to talk to.
Neal is grossly underrated. But is truly a genuine soul. Love how considerate and thoughtful everything he says is. “Oh by the way” “meaning…” are my fav Brennanisms
Absolutely. Underrated as a comedian and a thoughtful decent human being.
@MuZic It's not gross. It's accurate. Neal has openly talked about this on a few podcasts. We all love Neal and that's why we are here listening to him. He has a very honest approach to things, which is reflective of him as a person and a comedian. No back handed compliments here.
Given his amount of pure talent and how he weaves cultural insight (with humor) into very serious topics...one would assume it to be a fair critique that the he's underrated.
@@johnyoung6680 well said, John.
Very good podcast really injoy it. Neil is the man.
I'm happy as fuck that Neal has a podcast
I’ve been performing to some degree my entire life and I cannot possibly relate to Sebastian more when he says he just wants to show up, do his thing, and go home. So nice to hear such a successful performer express the same desire. Makes me feel less insane.
Thanks for this podcast, Neal. It’s excellent.
I'm a big fan of self-awareness. I never heard anyone put it SO well. Thanks, Neal!
I did not know how much I needed this podcast. It's like group therapy
I love that two of the most notoriously antisocial comedians have such a smooth, easy way of getting along with one another. They clearly see eye to eye with one another, & have obvious mutual respect... it's nice to see. 😊
Neil asks great questions! Huge Sebastian fan, so this was a treat. Loving this podcast. His Blocks comedy special was great.
Neal the goat. Saw him live in Philly, 10/10 show. This has to be one of the best podcasts out there.
This is an instant classic for me. Two very 'no nonsense' people🌷🎶🌈💐
I don't know how to express this right, but I love Neal* because he's one of the most considerate comics, like he considers every aspect of a thing/project/premise. Even the transition into the ads, actually discussing therapy and then going into a BetterHelp ad, and tying it in and making it funny!
Holy shit! Abrupt and aggressive. Haha
Yeah he’s really good and I think Dave leaving his show abrubtly really hurt him financially and he probably struggled a lot with that. I know I’d feel a lot of different things. I was worried with how depressed he would say he is all the time but he seems to try a lot of different things.
Neal*
Sounds like he should try out being a writer might be halfway decent
@@aaronsmith4806 struggle sounds like a bit of a stretch he CO created the show👩🦽
I have many favorite comedians, and it’s hard to even say which episode of Blocks are the top 3. Regardless, this episode is awesome! The episode with Trevor Noah was awesome, and quite literally. everyone I’ve watched has been as well. Now, Neil or is it Neal (lols at myself here), when will you get Drew Michaels on? Matt Rife? Or LeAnne Morgan? And I will laugh more at myself if you have had them on! 😂❤. Thank you, humor heals. My late dad taught Shakespeare and comedy makes tragedy bearable so keep helping us all heal and laugh. Much love! ❤
Am here for some Sebastian!! Never heard of Neal but seems funny and thoughtful, glad I found this!.
Neal’s got a gem of a podcast. Definitely going to be one of the best soon
So glad to see Sebastian talking to a sober adult, lol. The pathetic Bill Maher podcast episode was just painful. Poor Sebastian. This is wonderful.
Yeah. I like Maher on Real Time but can’t stand him on his podcast. He comes across as very abrasive and arrogant.
@@peppino1961...and in another "state".
@@peppino1961agreed. I like his comedy and his show but i can’t watch his podcast. All buzzed and sounding kinda smarmy. Sebastian in that atmosphere must hv been so uncomfy. I may hv to check that out for 5 mins of cringy fun.
@@LLynneM His first special was amazing. Then it kind of got a little stale. I find he exaggerated his accent and relies too much on his crazy moves which shows he lacks the intellect of Louis CK or Chappelle.
The Pete and Sebastian Show podcast is one of the BEST FREE weekly podcasts out there, it's two seasoned very funny comics talking about their lives and it's so funny. Immigrant mentality, baby!
So refreshing to see the old/real Sebastian that we know and love. Stay humble because that’s what we love about you. Sometimes you over shadow Pete on “THE CAST”… Take your mother’s advice. Stay humble…
Best interview ever . I am so fascinated by Sebastian and just love his honesty and humility ❤
This podcast is very therapeutic and makes me feel like less of a freak.
All 103 comments up to this point can be summed "I love this podcast"
OMGOSH @Sebastian Maniscalco I'm exactly this way. 60 years old, Dad born in 1934 and was NEVER happy about anything.
Ozone IV is amazing! Give it time!!
This is effing BRILLIANT!! REAL HUMAN CONVERSATION, TENSION AND FEELINGS!!! NEAL YOU'RE A GOD!! THANK YOU!!!!!
I loved the framed text that shows up towards the end
Neal is an international treasure
It reminded me of a story from Bill Burr when he and Sebastian were living on the same floor and just a few doors from each other. And after they met in the hallway on a few occasions, Sebastian asks Bill; "I've heard that you're making
a good chunk of change. What is exactly that you do? I'd like to try it myself sometime" 🤣
Bout to learn who Sebastian Maniscalco is for the first time. Strap in, strap on, we’re in for a ride
Neal your a great host/comedian!!! I have completely enjoyed your work! Greatest, introspective, down to earth thing I have seen! Gonna watch and tell people to. THANK YOU.
Love how humble, honest and real Sebastian is!❤…not to mention the funniest comedian on the plant.😅Never change!!! I relate to Sebastian way too much!..Lots of the same traits as him and grew up with a similar background and from his same hometown in Midwest burbs! I have the same values & beliefs that I live by…Guess it’s the European upbringing…Italians & Greeks can be very much alike. Love his deep voice and Italian accent…Could listen to it all day!😊
Funniest comedian on the plant is not saying much! Yikes!
Yet another home run here Neal!! Thank you for this podcast!
Just learned of Brennan! i always watch Sebatian, and so love this podcast! i get why Sebastian is worried about maintaining his Comedy level and success because I worry about that for him too, you need to explore other venues like he is doing, acting! cant wait to see his movie about his Father, he is such a genuine person, shares his life and how he CARES!!
This is a really good podcast
Great show , and , a great guest too !!
28:00 for a comedian I'm a fan of, I'll see them every time they are near. Sometimes multiple times per tour if the shows are close enough. We don't have comedy clubs in North Central WV so catching a tour is a huge treat and I'll take all I can get!
neil is an underrated genius.
I felt like Neal spent most of this entire interview taking digs at Sebastian and I held back from writing it bc it felt negative on my part. Then toward the end when Sebastian brought it up himself I realized I was right
I think an important part of knowing someone for a while is that they give you perspective and keep you humble. They remind you of things you forgot about and in the end help you see how far you’ve come. Sometimes it’s awkward to be reminded of low points but ultimately it keeps you honest
@@ladderup6584ya but that’s not what was implied when this geek was talking to Sebastian
I never realized how much I relate to Sebastian. Great Pod!
Love the podcast Neal, youre great at interviewing, keep it coming!
I just had spine surgery! It was my last resort but glad I did it. The sooner you do it the better, the longer you wait the worse it can get if you do need it. Get a few neurosurgeon’s opinions. Hope you’re feeling better considering I’m seeing this 9+ months later.
Supporting Neal
I don’t care what anyone thinks the best Sebastian bits may be contenders for greatest of all time bit wise.
Sebastian - "I'm taking about a year / year and a half off. I'm just gonna do Veags for a bit. Oh and I also start shooting a TV show in February." LOL doesn't sound like time off to me. Love all your stuff, me and my wife saw you in Chicago last year and couldn't stop laughing!
Comics usually work constantly to develop new material so that is a very light schedule.
This is the pod that just keeps on giving ... thanks Neal!
This dude is VERY great on a podcast. Neil is also a favorite
Poor guy was also on Bill Maher's terrible podcast, where Bill gets drunk and stoned and talks at guests for an hour. Sebastian was so uncomfortable. But when he is talking to a sober adult, he's very interesting and open.
@@katashley1031 I love that Podcast and I love Bill
Brilliant gents... What a fantastic conversation.
I love your interview style! Quickly became a favorite podcast.
Another fantastic episode! Thanks for the amazing listen and watch! Such a great conversation. 👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻
dam that lose thread on sebastian's sweaters collar is really messing with my head ........ love from hamilton ontario canada
Loose threads on sweaters,huh? Sounds like a fun life.
Hamilton - Home of the GOAT, Martin Short.
0:21 For the people like me who for some broken reason can't deal with 20 seconds of intro.
These 2 work well together.
Sebastian is my spirit animal. Love love love this one. Thanks Neal! 🎉
Great personal interview, one of the better ones on Sebastián, honest 👍
I loved this. Thanks Neal and Sebastian.
This show slaps harder then Will Smith winning an Oscar. Thanks Neal, Thank You Sebastian.
Love both of these funny guys, so cool watching them chill with all that history. Being real is wonderful. Gave me some things (blocks) to look at myself!💖
Late to the party but binge watching all of these 👍
I’m born and raised in Chicago, and I remember when McDonald’s had a smoking section with a little gold colored 10 ashtrays
I remember this when I was a little girl, my father smoked. Lol
I too am so surprised he is raising his kids in California, but understand wanting to stay close to family. Stay humble Sebastian. That’s what we love about you.
Sebastian is very tight and reveals information but as a general thing, he doesn’t completely let go.. which is fine to keep your business to yourself or tell ppl close to you.. but I always feels he holds back
Actually great episode!
In addition to meditation, also consider a great way to practice being present is by continually noticing and thinking about every step of what you’re actually doing, saying in the moment.
This was fantastic
Neal should get the Daily Show
Oh yeah thisbis gonna be a good one for sure!!
Sebastian should make a dark comedy with scorsesse about the life of his character from the movie that would be cool the way he explained the dudes life was funny and out of left field would be funny to watch that story be told
I loved the Netflix special. I identified with a lot of it. I loved the Letterman interview. Huzzah.
My two faves!❤
A couple Chicago guys and two of my all time favorites.
Awesome theme
I love this combo!
Great episode
Well done!
Much better on the commercial content! Thanks!,!
Thank you Neal, i cant wait to see more
Excellent Episode
Amazing ep
I love that show !!
Awesome!!!
Great job fellas
Great one
Blocks: People who have self portrait artwork of themselves at there home. Cut to a video of Bert kreischer house where he has 34 self portraits of himself on the walls of his house. Might be a literal nightmare for Sebastian lol
This is going to get my morning going! 😎
Almost 1k per hour nice Neil nice
It’s being Italian…the worry is endless!!!
Yes, bring the Beirut bit back
Love Sebastian ❤❤❤🍷
My sciatica was cured with acupuncture, after more than 2 years dealing with it. Just me, maybe it doesn't work for everyone, but just putting it out there.
Excellent
Sebastian has a safety on the trigger. Bill Burr learning to use the safety. Persevere..
I love the bit where you have the girlfriend test "well, you know we aren't going to hire you..."
Sebastian for the sciatica Egosque cured it for me and thats after 2 surgeries.
Pete Egoscue wrote a book on it plus ur in LA so you can find a trainer.
This was great! You are both hilarious and engaging. A friend of who has a 3x4 ft Portrait of herself in her dining room! Not a celebrity and a woman! . Had to share!😅
Outa da box
This seems likely the most unlikely podcast ever, well done Neal!
Sebastian is very perceptive 😊
Blocks was a special special
I’m going to see Sebastian every time he comes to Sugar Land Texas or a 400 mile radius! When you see him live ….it’s an experience that can’t be translated on a TV. I love that I can see him on TV…but if he’s worried about future ticket sales…he needs to shut that down! The people that bought tickets are gonna be the same ones buying them hour one when they go on sale! I feel so confident in this prediction that I’m putting it out there in the public! 😂 which isn’t my personality to put it out there 😂unless I know I’m RIGHT! 😂
Neal reminds me of Woody Allen except.. you know… without…
..Without the movies 😂
I think you’re both really funny. I grew up a lot like Maniscalco. Same region. Same generation. I guess I’m wondering, do you ever consider that people may not come out bc of economic hardship, not bc they forget you, or don’t think you’re as funny as you used to be? I’ll be honest. I grew up working class. Put myself through school. Worked really hard. I couldn’t afford to go see a live show right now. I don’t know any of my friends who go to shows often. Usually somebody I know chooses one, maybe two shows to go to a year.. that could be a high caliber comedian like either of you, a concert, broadway show (I live in eastern upstate NY now). Guys, when the cost of living has tripled, it’s not easy paying for these shows.
Having said that, I do watch all your specials via streaming subscriptions.. it’s much more economically affordable for me. If you have interesting podcasts, I’ll watch & subscribe, leave comments for the algorithm gods, try to support you that way.
I grew up not having much. Rough steel mill town. I became a research scientist in the field of genetics. Got suddenly I’ll w/ some autoimmune crap, & kinda lost everything. I figure I’m not that unique. Things happen to folks all the time. Just wanted to offer that up.. podcasts are obviously also a way to build an extremely solid & ever growing fan base. Doesn’t have to be just about promoting tickets. I’m not judging. It’s just my perspective based on my own experiences. Very interesting episode. Ty.
Hope ur health is back solid brother & ur rebuilding strong. God bless.
@@johnnyt.sollitto512 thx! I’m actually a sister 😉
So he doesn’t actually talk like dice just rips him off when on stage! 😂