Very unexpected guest at this point I assume Neal Brennan has been close friends for 20 years with everyone. Next guest will be Beyonce and she'll flirt with him the entire time. He can't keep getting away with this
Honestly this was my favourite episode. I was floored at how she articulated feelings & thoughts I’ve had but couldn’t really express. So comforting to hear both their catastrophic thinking patterns; feel very seen!
As good as others have been, this one is the most relatable for me. All of her blocks and her description of them are blocks I've been struggling with my whole life in one form or another. Minus the fame, money and success of course. This is my personal favorite by far.
@@robovac3557 Well, UK gossip rags are not exactly known for their veracity. They regularly drive people from the country (if not to suicide) with falsehoods.
Neal, I'm with Jameela on this one (Advice). Yes there is nuance and we should all be tactful. There is only some much we can say because everyone is on their own journey. However, you will never regret being honest and curious about loved ones. Having the difficult conversation is an act of love. Sometimes it goes the way you think it will and sometimes you get surprised (and they reveal elements you wouldn't even be aware of it you didn't have a deep/difficult conversation). Being brave enough to speak with people you love about hard shit brings you closer (because they begin to trust you more, that you know their shadow and still love them). I think if people removed ego more and were open to deep conversation the world would be a better place. Honesty is always best (if not now then down the path they'll get it).
I was never taught this. Neither through having it explained to me or being on the receiving end. I wish it wasn’t so difficult for me to communicate certain things lol
I really relate to Jameela on the "coat check" thing, except for me it's playing music and "being the dj" at ANY and ALL social gatherings cuz maybe if I'm useful I'll fit in
Another experience of "Every episode of Blocks is the greatest podcast episode ever". It's so great hearing people talk openly about their struggles. Jameela is awesome and funny. Thanks for an enlightening episode!
wow, i had the complete wrong idea about her. I was cleaning my apt listening to this and had to go sit down in my office and start it over to watch the whole thing about 10 min in bc this ENTIRE ep sounded like she was reading from my brain. id only seen her in the good place so its not like i knew much or anything but god shes COMPLETELY different from how shes portrayed on socials etc. HUGE fan now, had no idea.
Lol at around 50 minutes when they are claiming she isn't capable of participating in sexual tension, when that is literally all I see in this interview.
Delightful! Also, the editor of these videos is truly a Grand Master. Just imagining them logging perfect clips for each James. Not to mention the subtle differences in Block text speed. I might be over analyzing but I appreciate the skills in service of a bit.
It's hard to believe that a woman who is so beautiful, well spoken, smart and accomplished could not recognize her value. I feel for her and I'm happy she's found love and support.
The Data from Star Trek thing was very familiar to me. I always had trouble relating to other people and after a while just saw them as puzzles who could sometimes be mean. It doesn't happen often but when I hear someone say they are/were like that too, I feel a little less lonely
Jameela is the world's coolest dork. Her episodes of Brett Goldstein's Films to be Buried With are straight up gold. I hope she is keeping clear of the bees.
i spent 17-25 attempting s/i around 10 times, i first attempted at 12, i never thought i'd make it past 18, then 19, and i'm 27 now and i'm glad i'm alive, thank you for making me feel less alone
Sending a comfortable silence of good vibes to both of you. First saw Jameela on NMTB and was smitten. She comes in and out of my entertainment life over the years, and each version of her is one to love and be inspired by.
Another good one. My only feedback is when you have someone on you're super close to - you don't expand on certain things you might with someone you don't know as well. Like when she said legacy was stupid and Neal agreed - with another guest he may have said "tell me more about that" vs just agreeing and moving on. (I agree legacy is bs btw, just would have liked to hear them both expand on their thoughts on it.)
10 minutes in and this is already the best one. Jameela's blocks hit home in a big way and both of yall talking them through is so great and refreshing. Preesh Neal
This song has been the best. Since listening to this episode, I've been singing a modified version for my 5 and 7 yr old sons and it's been amazingly helpful. This episode was amazing
Some of my favorite episodes of Blocks are my favorite because they remind me that I have a lot in common with people I've barely heard of or wouldn't expect. This is one of those episodes. I haven't seen much of Jameela's work, but it's good to be reminded that there are a few of us alien impostors out there just along for the ride.
"The way you were raised, emanates prey." Yes! Especially if you experienced sexual abuse I'm so happy she articulated this so perfectly, because though it's never the victims fault, but that violation of boundary or personhood, that loss of power, that gross violation, alters a person's ability to exude confidence or a person who fights for themselves (that awkwardness, not feeling normal, etc), so predators are attracted to that, I hate to say this but you end up attracting abuse, its the same way if you gave off a "Don't fuck with that person" energy. But with work you can change this.
I don't even know where to start on this. Jameela, for me, just went from beings a one-sided character that i never really gave much thought to, to maybe my favorite person ever. I want to simultaneously be her mother, her best friend, her mentee... I loved every word out of this woman's mouth.
As someone in recovery, this podcast has quickly become one of my favorites. Hearing these people discuss their pitfalls and open up and be vulnerable - all while being charming and hilarious and dropping references that I only know because of my time spent using - all makes this feel like this podcast is directed straight at my ears specifically
"Some people really did just have an OK time" reminds me of a favorite movie quote from As Good As It Gets , paraphrased to "Some people have great stories involving lakes and boats and noodle salad. Just no one in THIS car...."
I have binged so many episodes of the podcast and kept putting this particular episode off because what could this beautiful person possibly have to talk about....holy shit how wrong I was! She is absolutely brilliant and articulate and deep. Wow
Laughed out loud at "whatever mushroom you shoved up your ass" 😂 and I need to work on my tone...especially at work. I didn't quite realize until this chat ❤
After the 1:00 mark is gold. Not sarcasm. So refreshing to hear true quasi-liberals look back and see the hypocrisy, myself included. Especially coming from these two. I watch all of these episodes. Based on how the media represents Jamilla I was going to skip it. Was great to see how this ended.
The only people you should take criticism from... are the ones you would go to advice for! Also, at the start of the podcast imo they were talking about guidance, not advice, you can go to a real friend for guidance, not so they can tell you what to do...
I understand her contentment with life. I am much older than her, but quite a few years ago I knew I had done everything I wanted/needed to do. Now it is all cake. I like cake - so I am in no hurry to die, but no fear of it. 😎
Sorry, Neal, but you're wrong about the unsolicited advice bit. What Jameela hits on at 7:05 is vital. It's such a common thought that being a good friend equates to not saying anything negative about them, even if the critical observation might help them. There's a big difference between bad/hurtful and negative, the latter can be helpful and honest in the best way. People are so afraid of saying anything "negative" that they'll watch their friends go to pieces before intervening, if at all. We have a responsibility to look out for each other, and while it's a fine rope to walk, it's infinitely better and more caring and kind to try to walk it than to avoid it entirely.
For me, admitting I'm the piece of snit in a situation is usually easier than accepting the other person involved is not the piece of snit. Thems the breaks, I guess.
If the two of you had a baby, I would be that neurotic child. Esp. towards the end where you are talking about how everyone has let you down. I sadly related to so much of this episode.
Someone I knew and I have been waiting on this one since it began, it's better than I thought it would be and I didnt know I would relate to so many of her situations.
That was beautiful. What an amazing human being. I call it my ‘f%#k it’ list…🤣🤣🤣me too!! Just a thought, for those who say/believe they’ve ‘done it all’ and can happily shuffle off this mortal coil- You don’t know what you don’t know. Perhaps the accumulated life experiences, hurts, scars, triumphs, joys-feel like enough-or perhaps we are limiting ourselves in order to not be disappointed again? Being open doesn’t mean empty. Ugh. I know. Unsolicited comments🤗, however-given with a hug!
Yeah no, lot of people who have notes to give aren't giving them because they struggled to open n up enough to do that. Most of these fuckers need to get into others people's business to problem solve from a non emotional point and then feel good about themselves. So basically saying something is easy for these people while jamilla is coming from a place where it was difficult for her and she felt els there were consequence because of that. I think Neal and her are coming from very different contexts but not really clearing that out
Jameela is my new and forever person-i-won't-ever-meet-but-adore. Holy fuck, woman! Thank you. For all of that. I think you may have just changed everything about my life forever. ❤
Without knowing much about her I confess I did get a little bit of the ick years ago when I heard about her calling people incels (or whatever story social media was passing around). Now I'm a bit angry that I let them steer my perceptions of her. After seeing this I adore her and am hugely impressed with the life she was able to build on top of such an unfortunate foundation. All of that staring at people from afar paid off because her social IQ is higher than mine will ever be.
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Very unexpected guest at this point I assume Neal Brennan has been close friends for 20 years with everyone. Next guest will be Beyonce and she'll flirt with him the entire time. He can't keep getting away with this
ginger bois up 📈😎
The fuck you on about
Agreed, it's always interesting, the variety of people Neal knows.
I love this comment so much.
😂😂😂🎉🎉🎉
The editing of James in this episode is pure comedic genius. Every single time I couldn’t help but laugh.
Neal being Neal !! We all love Neals Humor .
Honestly this was my favourite episode. I was floored at how she articulated feelings & thoughts I’ve had but couldn’t really express. So comforting to hear both their catastrophic thinking patterns; feel very seen!
Quite brave.
Love this one!! Hearing her be so honest and open was great. Also the James Blake inserts were 10/10.
As good as others have been, this one is the most relatable for me. All of her blocks and her description of them are blocks I've been struggling with my whole life in one form or another. Minus the fame, money and success of course. This is my personal favorite by far.
Hope you feel like some of those struggles has gotten a bit better with the years. And I agree. It was a great episode.
Maybe not all but some for sure. I've always connected with her in that regard.
@@JaydevRaolShe's well known in the UK as a serial liar.
Yeah, I have no doubt that "trusted" tabloids owned by Rupert Murdoch hate her and call her a serial liar.@@robovac3557
@@robovac3557 Well, UK gossip rags are not exactly known for their veracity. They regularly drive people from the country (if not to suicide) with falsehoods.
Neal, I'm with Jameela on this one (Advice). Yes there is nuance and we should all be tactful. There is only some much we can say because everyone is on their own journey. However, you will never regret being honest and curious about loved ones. Having the difficult conversation is an act of love. Sometimes it goes the way you think it will and sometimes you get surprised (and they reveal elements you wouldn't even be aware of it you didn't have a deep/difficult conversation). Being brave enough to speak with people you love about hard shit brings you closer (because they begin to trust you more, that you know their shadow and still love them). I think if people removed ego more and were open to deep conversation the world would be a better place. Honesty is always best (if not now then down the path they'll get it).
I was never taught this. Neither through having it explained to me or being on the receiving end. I wish it wasn’t so difficult for me to communicate certain things lol
You are wise friend. I am trying to work with my wife and her *very traditional* Japanese family on this very thing.
The going.. is rough..
As long as you drop off the advice in a drive-by love expression, without expectation of them taking it or appreciating it.
I really relate to Jameela on the "coat check" thing, except for me it's playing music and "being the dj" at ANY and ALL social gatherings cuz maybe if I'm useful I'll fit in
Same. I’m always trying to “curate the vibe” from the background. Plus the response people give cause I’m pretty good at djing feels great.
Another experience of "Every episode of Blocks is the greatest podcast episode ever". It's so great hearing people talk openly about their struggles. Jameela is awesome and funny. Thanks for an enlightening episode!
wow, i had the complete wrong idea about her. I was cleaning my apt listening to this and had to go sit down in my office and start it over to watch the whole thing about 10 min in bc this ENTIRE ep sounded like she was reading from my brain. id only seen her in the good place so its not like i knew much or anything but god shes COMPLETELY different from how shes portrayed on socials etc.
HUGE fan now, had no idea.
Dang. Out of left field hitting a home run. Stoked for this one!!!
I love the tiny nod to a ‘fuck-it’ list as opposed to the traditional bucket list. 😂👌
Neal: Assumes you didn't call back because of his faults.
Also Neal: (sings) "Nobody's mad at you, nobody's mad at you...."
I’m sure he wrote that song about and for himself.
The cuts to James singing anytime he was mentioned had me rolling throughout 🤣
Lol at around 50 minutes when they are claiming she isn't capable of participating in sexual tension, when that is literally all I see in this interview.
“If someone’s trying to tell you how to behave, check your wallet or check your panties.” -Neal Brennan - Truth teller extraordinaire.
Jamil: suffering from imposter syndrome is really difficult for me
Steven Wright: great
Oh my goodness, thank you so much Neal and Jamil. 😘😍🥰❤
Neal trying to make her laugh after she says some tough stuff reminds me to do the same/keep things light
Delightful! Also, the editor of these videos is truly a Grand Master. Just imagining them logging perfect clips for each James. Not to mention the subtle differences in Block text speed. I might be over analyzing but I appreciate the skills in service of a bit.
It's hard to believe that a woman who is so beautiful, well spoken, smart and accomplished could not recognize her value. I feel for her and I'm happy she's found love and support.
The James Blake cutaways were friggin killing me🤣
The Data from Star Trek thing was very familiar to me. I always had trouble relating to other people and after a while just saw them as puzzles who could sometimes be mean. It doesn't happen often but when I hear someone say they are/were like that too, I feel a little less lonely
"Loves to tell everyone what to do."
[DING]
😂😂
Jameela is the world's coolest dork. Her episodes of Brett Goldstein's Films to be Buried With are straight up gold. I hope she is keeping clear of the bees.
This has to be up there with the podcast of the year. I am elated we have humans like her on this planet. Thank you for this Neal & Jameela.
THE SUBTEXT OF THIS CONVERSATION! This is real friendship. Shit. They recorded it and let us watch it.
The phrase ego maniac with an inferiority complex is how the AA book describes addicts.
i spent 17-25 attempting s/i around 10 times, i first attempted at 12, i never thought i'd make it past 18, then 19, and i'm 27 now and i'm glad i'm alive, thank you for making me feel less alone
❤
Glad you’re here. Stay well 🖖
Sending a comfortable silence of good vibes to both of you. First saw Jameela on NMTB and was smitten. She comes in and out of my entertainment life over the years, and each version of her is one to love and be inspired by.
Her explanation of anxiety and suicidal thoughts is the best I’ve ever heard. It’s my life.
I didn't know you guys were friends! I love Jameela Jamil!❤
Another good one. My only feedback is when you have someone on you're super close to - you don't expand on certain things you might with someone you don't know as well. Like when she said legacy was stupid and Neal agreed - with another guest he may have said "tell me more about that" vs just agreeing and moving on. (I agree legacy is bs btw, just would have liked to hear them both expand on their thoughts on it.)
10 minutes in and this is already the best one. Jameela's blocks hit home in a big way and both of yall talking them through is so great and refreshing. Preesh Neal
So much to unpack in this conversation, I want to process this episode before responding. So much said, resonated. Also laughed my ass off.
I have no idea who she is tbh, but good lord, she is gorgeous. Very interesting blocks, though. I know PTSD quite well, just for different reasons.
isn’t she? I hate that her voice does it for me 😂
This is A+++ Jameela is one of my lowkey favs ill be more vocal now in support 🧡🍄🌻
This song has been the best. Since listening to this episode, I've been singing a modified version for my 5 and 7 yr old sons and it's been amazingly helpful.
This episode was amazing
So many hilarious moments in this one. The exchange at 15:41 had me in tears though lmfao
In this guest order, the next guest will probably be me. I better start practicing my blocks!
Coat check and plastic bag to tidy up....i will do that now😂
50:02 CAAAAAPPPPP!😂😂😂 C'mon Neal!
Thank you! Only time I’ve seen / heard Neal be so completely full of shit. 😂
Some of my favorite episodes of Blocks are my favorite because they remind me that I have a lot in common with people I've barely heard of or wouldn't expect. This is one of those episodes. I haven't seen much of Jameela's work, but it's good to be reminded that there are a few of us alien impostors out there just along for the ride.
She's so pretty
That nobody’s mad at you song is stuck in my head now. On loop. 😑
Admitting to getting sloshed on Kpins to thousands of ppl is fkn WILD but I can respect it 😂
Neal’s spitting that game in that intro 👏🏽
"The way you were raised, emanates prey." Yes! Especially if you experienced sexual abuse I'm so happy she articulated this so perfectly, because though it's never the victims fault, but that violation of boundary or personhood, that loss of power, that gross violation, alters a person's ability to exude confidence or a person who fights for themselves (that awkwardness, not feeling normal, etc), so predators are attracted to that, I hate to say this but you end up attracting abuse, its the same way if you gave off a "Don't fuck with that person" energy. But with work you can change this.
I don't even know where to start on this. Jameela, for me, just went from beings a one-sided character that i never really gave much thought to, to maybe my favorite person ever. I want to simultaneously be her mother, her best friend, her mentee... I loved every word out of this woman's mouth.
Excellent episode, loved her in the good place. I relate to most of what she said, I feel the same way.
As someone in recovery, this podcast has quickly become one of my favorites. Hearing these people discuss their pitfalls and open up and be vulnerable - all while being charming and hilarious and dropping references that I only know because of my time spent using - all makes this feel like this podcast is directed straight at my ears specifically
Glad that you two became friends. It’s interesting how we meet the right people at the right time
"Some people really did just have an OK time" reminds me of a favorite movie quote from As Good As It Gets , paraphrased to "Some people have great stories involving lakes and boats and noodle salad. Just no one in THIS car...."
I have binged so many episodes of the podcast and kept putting this particular episode off because what could this beautiful person possibly have to talk about....holy shit how wrong I was! She is absolutely brilliant and articulate and deep. Wow
Great guest! Great podcast!
I miss Jameela on Bad Dates!
I'm a big fan of this podcast and this was absolutely one of the best episodes.
Fun, witty, thoughtful. Dug the conversation.
Hall of Fame episode. Amazing
Laughed out loud at "whatever mushroom you shoved up your ass" 😂 and I need to work on my tone...especially at work. I didn't quite realize until this chat ❤
After the 1:00 mark is gold. Not sarcasm. So refreshing to hear true quasi-liberals look back and see the hypocrisy, myself included. Especially coming from these two. I watch all of these episodes. Based on how the media represents Jamilla I was going to skip it. Was great to see how this ended.
This episode was a great surprise. I would say my self loathing is almost an exact match.
🫂💛
She seems like a lovely person.
The only people you should take criticism from... are the ones you would go to advice for!
Also, at the start of the podcast imo they were talking about guidance, not advice, you can go to a real friend for guidance, not so they can tell you what to do...
Every SINGLE time you play a quick music clip representing her boyfriend is fucking hilarious. Each & every time.
An 'emotional go bag' is a great way to put that feeling and need to prepare to be let down
Jameela, have you ever considered being on the autism spectrum ? Cause this is a pretty accurate description of it with adult women!
Great Ep. I love Jameela.
Man, I can empathize with the self reflection from five years ago with pitchfork culture. I was one. I think more people need to talk about this.
I understand her contentment with life. I am much older than her, but quite a few years ago I knew I had done everything I wanted/needed to do. Now it is all cake. I like cake - so I am in no hurry to die, but no fear of it. 😎
This episode made me want to give Neal a hug.🤗
Those James edits 😏
Sorry, Neal, but you're wrong about the unsolicited advice bit. What Jameela hits on at 7:05 is vital. It's such a common thought that being a good friend equates to not saying anything negative about them, even if the critical observation might help them. There's a big difference between bad/hurtful and negative, the latter can be helpful and honest in the best way. People are so afraid of saying anything "negative" that they'll watch their friends go to pieces before intervening, if at all. We have a responsibility to look out for each other, and while it's a fine rope to walk, it's infinitely better and more caring and kind to try to walk it than to avoid it entirely.
Easily said when you have money & your in a good space mentally- otherwise its called white knuckling your way through life.
For me, admitting I'm the piece of snit in a situation is usually easier than accepting the other person involved is not the piece of snit. Thems the breaks, I guess.
If the two of you had a baby, I would be that neurotic child. Esp. towards the end where you are talking about how everyone has let you down. I sadly related to so much of this episode.
the James Blake inserts are golden 💯
Wow what a great and unexpected guess. Jameela has always been very lovely in everything I’ve seen her in.
The teacher appears when the student is ready. You wouldn't have listened to anything anyone could have told you until you figured it out.
Beautiful ending. I'd say it qualifies as art.
I love this duo so much! Jameela and Neal have helped me so much with me taking accountability for myself.
Love this woman and agree with her view on life. Just go for it! What's the worst that can happen?
She was really good at being insufferable on The Good Place.
Lotta grabassin this episode. The sexual tension is oozing out of my screen.
Jameela is definitely giving off
“Work Wife” vibes 😂
cant believe shes the same person from t4
Someone I knew and I have been waiting on this one since it began, it's better than I thought it would be and I didnt know I would relate to so many of her situations.
Well that ended weirdly. But good ep. Very good ep.
That was beautiful. What an amazing human being.
I call it my ‘f%#k it’ list…🤣🤣🤣me too!!
Just a thought, for those who say/believe they’ve ‘done it all’ and can happily shuffle off this mortal coil-
You don’t know what you don’t know.
Perhaps the accumulated life experiences, hurts, scars, triumphs, joys-feel like enough-or perhaps we are limiting ourselves in order to not be disappointed again? Being open doesn’t mean empty.
Ugh. I know. Unsolicited comments🤗, however-given with a hug!
Love JJ's voice. Every time she says c*nt I get an anime nosebleed.
When people mention manifesting, I get spontaneous diarrea😮
DID SOMEONE SAY ROCKET LEAGUE?!?! 47:36
Such a great episode, great conversation.
I could listen to her talk all day
Yeah no, lot of people who have notes to give aren't giving them because they struggled to open n up enough to do that. Most of these fuckers need to get into others people's business to problem solve from a non emotional point and then feel good about themselves. So basically saying something is easy for these people while jamilla is coming from a place where it was difficult for her and she felt els there were consequence because of that. I think Neal and her are coming from very different contexts but not really clearing that out
Funny and beautiful ... and that's just Neal =) Jameela should be one of the biggest stars in the world
I haven't seen it yet, but I wonder if one of her blocks is being a pathological liar.
Jameela is my new and forever person-i-won't-ever-meet-but-adore.
Holy fuck, woman! Thank you. For all of that. I think you may have just changed everything about my life forever. ❤
Girl, Jerry knows everything!! He's the epitome of a great role model for comedians! It appears you really don't know Jerry's work over the decades.
I think I’m in love with this beauty! She be great as a magic nanny in a movie!
Or really in real life, she should randomly nanny!
Without knowing much about her I confess I did get a little bit of the ick years ago when I heard about her calling people incels (or whatever story social media was passing around). Now I'm a bit angry that I let them steer my perceptions of her. After seeing this I adore her and am hugely impressed with the life she was able to build on top of such an unfortunate foundation. All of that staring at people from afar paid off because her social IQ is higher than mine will ever be.
Remember when we could all just interact, before politicians invaded the internet? Some of my favorite musicians responded to me before, now I’ve deleted the apps