Atsuko Okatsuka | The Blocks Podcast w/ Neal Brennan | EPISODE 22

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  • @BrianSteinhauer
    @BrianSteinhauer ปีที่แล้ว +103

    Whoever is doing the blocks graphics/dings deserves a raise

    • @krisadams4561
      @krisadams4561 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      How much are they on?

    • @ryman1554
      @ryman1554 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      @Kris Adams a small blocks of cheese

    • @ComradeCooper
      @ComradeCooper ปีที่แล้ว +3

      Maybe its secretly Bianca working in the background

    • @irelandoreilly1575
      @irelandoreilly1575 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      ​@@krisadams4561 😊😊

  • @hellnoid90
    @hellnoid90 ปีที่แล้ว +54

    Atsuko has a way of speaking that is very open and vulnerable. Makes me feel like I am privledged to listen

  • @clgy0526
    @clgy0526 ปีที่แล้ว +24

    Best episode yet. Atsuko described every therapy session I’ve had for the past year. Absolutely a new fan of her after this episode 🫶

  • @cloudbloom
    @cloudbloom ปีที่แล้ว +35

    I've never heard of her before this but now I'm a big fan. What a sweet person

  • @fomes
    @fomes ปีที่แล้ว +20

    I almost wasn’t gonna watch because I didn’t know who she was and I now I’m so glad I did because I adore her ❤

  • @nanikolohe
    @nanikolohe ปีที่แล้ว +22

    YESSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSS. Atsuko is the one! Love her so damn much!!

  • @DrewFish44
    @DrewFish44 ปีที่แล้ว +7

    Atsuko it was nice to get to know you more after the Netflix special. Very well done on this pod.
    Neal, these are great, keep up the good work.

  • @gigic7394
    @gigic7394 ปีที่แล้ว +29

    Thank you for having her on here! I absolutely love her so much. Can't wait to see Atsuko at Wiseguys in SLC next month.

    • @JW-oo7nb
      @JW-oo7nb ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Oooo she is coming next month. I need to see if it’s sold out.

    • @gigic7394
      @gigic7394 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@JW-oo7nb It's not. I'm super excited to see her!

  • @snatt420
    @snatt420 ปีที่แล้ว +8

    she is so real,great Podcast

  • @yaisa111
    @yaisa111 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    !sO good! ☑️You’re great at this Neal🤲🏽
    Atsuko is Precious 🥰🐭🥰 love and continued success 2you both✌🏽🙏🏽

  • @pauli7457
    @pauli7457 ปีที่แล้ว +7

    Thank you! 🥰 Love her!

  • @zaineridling
    @zaineridling ปีที่แล้ว +12

    Oh, I like her. How is it I feel know her after this 90 minutes. So relatable.
    Thanks for inserting chapter marks. Helps with sharing parts with spouse and friends. 👍

  • @ltothemillsy
    @ltothemillsy ปีที่แล้ว +7

    Love the connection and ease between the two of you. You truly seem to be on the same wavelength; understanding each other's perspective.

  • @feliciaorth6243
    @feliciaorth6243 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    My favorite episode so far ❤

  • @SHCJ501
    @SHCJ501 ปีที่แล้ว +8

    LOVE ATSUKO! LOVE NEAL!

  • @koflan
    @koflan ปีที่แล้ว +5

    The little zooms and things always make me laugh so much, but it's a podcast, so I always feel like I'm the only one that finds it funny.

  • @Euridian
    @Euridian ปีที่แล้ว +15

    Unknown to me, now checking out her stuff. What a cool interview, good job Neal! Idk how to say this politely but you're not interrupting anywhere near as much. Love this podcast!! Get to 100 episodes!

  • @laurahouser2350
    @laurahouser2350 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    like atsuko, i cant handle sad movies and music most of the time. news is even worse. i prefer to read it, too. i always enjoy atsuko's material and interviews. we wanted to see her perform in taipei but couldnt make it. hope she comes back soon, with or without all the fam!

  • @DiuQuy
    @DiuQuy 4 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Found you through a short and been bingeing on all your interviews, Atsuko! You are so refreshing, genuine, vulnerable, unique and interesting! I love how you own the bowl haircut. Such confidence to have your own quirky style. Much love to you.

  • @emilygraham-handley5697
    @emilygraham-handley5697 ปีที่แล้ว +15

    YES love her, love the pod

  • @ricardovela1133
    @ricardovela1133 ปีที่แล้ว +10

    Keep doing the damn thing Neal. Highlight of my day is your Block's

  • @Multimedia_Magic
    @Multimedia_Magic ปีที่แล้ว +18

    That is a *hardcore* commitment to the bowl cut.

    • @thechillzonerable
      @thechillzonerable ปีที่แล้ว +3

      this is def mushroom cap, rear length longer.

    • @somerset8088
      @somerset8088 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      Right? I’m a hair stylist and found myself admiring her perfectly cut face frame.

  • @unionwireman3790
    @unionwireman3790 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    AI Neal is so good. Thank you.

  • @spleerfloof
    @spleerfloof ปีที่แล้ว +2

    This is good but I’m having to take frequent breaks!

  • @LeeYanna007
    @LeeYanna007 6 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Im with you Neal. I love my sister, but it a disaster if we are in the same roof. she's the reason i left home and work so far awy from home. it's so painful and stressful to be around her. detach with love indeed.
    now that we are apart, we have better relationship. we just collide all the time even for petty or small things if im with her, and this cause problem to my parents too. I lvoe her, i chose to stay away because i dont want to destroy our relationship permanently.

  • @DK051687
    @DK051687 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Great episode! ❤

  • @cablethelarryguy
    @cablethelarryguy ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Godamn! This was good!

  • @voice_of_a_little_lady
    @voice_of_a_little_lady ปีที่แล้ว +12

    As a 5'1" girl, I look up to Atusko. 😏

  • @birichinaxox9937
    @birichinaxox9937 8 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Oh the late thing! I was always always on time or early. But ppl didn't reciprocate, didn't turn up at all, and the job it didn't mater i still was let go dispite others being late. So now i find it so hard to be on time out of spite and the well it doesn't matter and i can't because it isn't appreciated.

  • @shrewdshrew35
    @shrewdshrew35 ปีที่แล้ว +7

    y'all are hilarious together AI wistful Neal destroyed me.

  • @noNdeSCRIpt732
    @noNdeSCRIpt732 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    I love this podcast! wow.

  • @Bodybybagel
    @Bodybybagel ปีที่แล้ว +4

    She’s the coolest!

  • @gideonamare160
    @gideonamare160 ปีที่แล้ว +11

    Im assuming you will have theo von on at some point, he's literally a block with mullet

  • @Angie-d3k
    @Angie-d3k 3 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Something to be said for
    Learning boundaries not having them only giving them respecting them

  • @anthonyrichards9512
    @anthonyrichards9512 5 หลายเดือนก่อน

    ...I love atsuko!!!

  • @eddiewalker7252
    @eddiewalker7252 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Neal needs to seriously consider another Chappelle skit show staring Atsuko!

  • @n8o
    @n8o ปีที่แล้ว +11

    She is great

  • @Afrosukha
    @Afrosukha ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Fight or flight kicks in with any potential conflict (any difference in needs) with people who are avoidant leaning. Intruder or deciding what film to watch with another person, all can kick off the amygdala

  • @Slapsista
    @Slapsista 7 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Love.

  • @nosaj666
    @nosaj666 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    appreciate this

  • @Cool_Deena
    @Cool_Deena ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Love her

  • @lilyliu9262
    @lilyliu9262 10 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    What's the name of the Netflix special referenced at the very beginning?

  • @KING_PHILLIP
    @KING_PHILLIP ปีที่แล้ว +5

    Lol Neal you *don't* stop explaining the premise- that's the opener. 😂

  • @michaelsanzone7217
    @michaelsanzone7217 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Listen if you havent seen the intruder check it out . Soooo funny i had tears rolling. This human is funny funny

  • @N3onDreamz
    @N3onDreamz ปีที่แล้ว +10

    Atsuko is so funny and cool!! I was so excited when I saw the upload :) (BTW the point on being late and being messy sounds like ADHD. Its super under-diagnosed in women. If so, it’s a neurological condition so don’t be so hard on yourself, girl!! 😊 Also try adderall!)

    • @KING_PHILLIP
      @KING_PHILLIP ปีที่แล้ว +2

      . . as im typing this I'm literally saying to myself "are you really going to be *that* guy?" and while i hate to do-- it I genuinely feel as though i have to----
      There are many more healthy alternatives to adderall- and if you're a person taking adderall for your own mental health reasons- i don't have the right to pass judgement- I only ask you seek healthier alternatives through your professional healthcare provider.
      There are other options.
      No hate- only love- i apologize if i seem super arrogant. 🤗

    • @N3onDreamz
      @N3onDreamz ปีที่แล้ว +2

      @@KING_PHILLIP don’t apologize! you’re absolutely valid :) there are absolutely many alternatives to adderall, or ADHD medication in general! Overall, I think it’s about acknowledging to yourself that time management and executive functioning are always things we’ll struggle with, and being kind to ourselves in the face of that! I think that’s something that I, as a late diagnosed women, struggled with :)

  • @Muddy_B
    @Muddy_B ปีที่แล้ว +6

    Atsuko was so enjoyable…..

  • @ajones3569
    @ajones3569 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Neal Branding
    Providing
    Thank You

  • @shyamlynn243
    @shyamlynn243 5 หลายเดือนก่อน

    47:00 Detach with love...
    You are my surrogate therapist Neal.

  • @EvieVermont
    @EvieVermont 7 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Speaking as one of 10 siblings, boundaries are really difficult. You keep your place in the family. Your older sibs will always act the way they did. Same with you. Same with the littles. Unless you think. Prepare. Stick with the plan. Learn from experiences. Repeat.

  • @olgazenteno4988
    @olgazenteno4988 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    The saying is something like you should not show ‘your face water’ in response to your question about stoicism. I heard this when I was in Singapore 20 years ago.

  • @Pehrgryn
    @Pehrgryn 9 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Surprise twist of "Last Brennan Standing", Neal is the first one voted off. ;)

  • @buffywasright
    @buffywasright ปีที่แล้ว +6

    This podcast is so instructive, thanks Neil. I just learnt that Tig Notaro is a comic.

  • @ELCONDUCTOR
    @ELCONDUCTOR ปีที่แล้ว +1

    38:51 😂😂😂😂😂😂😂 Job interview for the Temple of Doom. Tooochè bud Tooochè

  • @lalah9481
    @lalah9481 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Yea!

  • @allisonalden
    @allisonalden ปีที่แล้ว +4

    So tall! Big dreams… 😂😂😂 (4’10” here. I know this pain)

  • @Slapstudiosjp
    @Slapstudiosjp ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Those donut earrings (and whole fit actually) 🙌

    • @ellemiles934
      @ellemiles934 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      I kept seeing fruit loops. Either way, great.

  • @HaphazardJoy
    @HaphazardJoy ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Artisanal swordsman. I'm dead.

  • @EwokPanda
    @EwokPanda ปีที่แล้ว +2

    "Songs don't make me cry."
    Neal needs to watch "Hi Ren" or "Chalk Outlines (live)."

  • @elatedpenguin
    @elatedpenguin ปีที่แล้ว +8

    Wish he wouldn’t keep cutting her off and interrupting with his own stories. Let her finish her story! She’s way more interesting.

    • @therebellion96
      @therebellion96 8 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

      Don't take it so personally. He does this with *everyone.* It's one of Neal's biggest Blocks.

    • @elatedpenguin
      @elatedpenguin 8 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Not taking it personal lol, but you seem to be offended by my comment. Lighten up.

    • @E-Kat
      @E-Kat 4 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Yes, only she should do the talking.

    • @elatedpenguin
      @elatedpenguin 4 หลายเดือนก่อน

      @@E-Katbecause that’s what I said lol. Try reading again.

    • @E-Kat
      @E-Kat 4 หลายเดือนก่อน

      @@elatedpenguin I have expressed my support of your opinion.
      You don't have to try to read my comment again.
      Once was enough.
      All the best to you. 🤗

  • @auntierizzy
    @auntierizzy 10 หลายเดือนก่อน

    NOT THE FROMFROM?!! 😂😂😂😂

  • @Handle8844
    @Handle8844 4 หลายเดือนก่อน

    She never even mentioned her ADHD as a Block, but so many things she spoke about made it clear that she has ADHD.

  • @veronicajohnson3095
    @veronicajohnson3095 ปีที่แล้ว

    Shout out to A.I. Neal!

  • @ZiggaRats
    @ZiggaRats ปีที่แล้ว

    Listens to Dancehall,
    is one of her blocks?

  • @seancompton5393
    @seancompton5393 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Suddenly i want to buy a new bowl 😊

  • @kolpik3708
    @kolpik3708 ปีที่แล้ว

    85 years + 180 degrees = 58 years old
    Happy b-day Dave Attell... in January.

  • @harrietetter9321
    @harrietetter9321 ปีที่แล้ว +9

    she has cereal hanging from her ears

    • @Guigen
      @Guigen ปีที่แล้ว +2

      I thought they were mini-doughnuts

    • @KING_PHILLIP
      @KING_PHILLIP ปีที่แล้ว +6

      Lol idk why but one of my blocks is reading all the comments before watching the pod- and these ones made me laugh-- sorry @Guigen but those are 100% fruitloops😂😂😂

    • @gigic7394
      @gigic7394 ปีที่แล้ว +6

      She makes all her own earrings. They're pretty awesome!

  • @janelte
    @janelte 7 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    I feel Atsuko's boundaries weren't respected conversationally here - lots of over talk and not much listening or giving of space. I would have liked to hear more of her - she was seen but hardly heard.

  • @Pheyora
    @Pheyora ปีที่แล้ว

    I truly can't stand the fact that EVERY ad needs skipping.

  • @E-Kat
    @E-Kat 4 หลายเดือนก่อน

    I only wanted to hear her monologue. No one can ever compare to her.

  • @VioletWW
    @VioletWW ปีที่แล้ว

    Keep
    🙃
    Crying
    Never stop
    🙂
    Crying

  • @DavidHernandez-f3y
    @DavidHernandez-f3y 9 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Love that fact that she is bulletproof conditions

  • @likearc
    @likearc ปีที่แล้ว

    The fish man is back for another week!

  • @jkawasaki
    @jkawasaki 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

    Let her talk. Why does he keep talking over her...

  • @thepohCv
    @thepohCv ปีที่แล้ว

    For the alg.

  • @jimfogg7836
    @jimfogg7836 ปีที่แล้ว

    His story about how Dave sent him the card about their "LATENESS" talk is way too funny 😁
    Dave is the goat

  • @marctaylor1142
    @marctaylor1142 ปีที่แล้ว

    There's a 3rd Island Boy now 🤦

  • @KING_PHILLIP
    @KING_PHILLIP ปีที่แล้ว

    Omg Neal- the gym joke- not funny dude!😂 i legit fear going to the gym by myself for that EXACT reason. How do these machines work? How do i not look like an idiot? How do i not end up on one of those gym fails videos😂😂 its truly terrifying.
    So i just do work at home😅👍

  • @jjjjokok7132
    @jjjjokok7132 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I prefer your hair now Neal 👍

  • @Slapsista
    @Slapsista 7 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Argh I wasn't ready for AI Neal.

  • @fwntxs
    @fwntxs ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Be bester

  • @ericwhatley5831
    @ericwhatley5831 ปีที่แล้ว

    Just watched *HeR* special...
    one question though...
    Has *aNYoNe* seen *HeR* and *WHiTNeY CuMMiNG's* in the same room before...
    *i* feel like this is *WHiTNeY* in *DiSQuiSe 😂*

    • @vanessa0111
      @vanessa0111 ปีที่แล้ว

      Whitney is so annoying and obnoxious though

  • @chanelmartin9402
    @chanelmartin9402 7 หลายเดือนก่อน

    .

  • @weirddestiny999
    @weirddestiny999 2 หลายเดือนก่อน

    early 90 day is great for trash tv, now its just influencers looking to be famous. its decent trash tv.

  • @evanliveshere
    @evanliveshere ปีที่แล้ว

    i could defeat him

  • @jojoe3193
    @jojoe3193 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Is this Nicole Trans daughter?

  • @collinsmcrae
    @collinsmcrae ปีที่แล้ว

    Who?

  • @bigboi_69_23
    @bigboi_69_23 ปีที่แล้ว

    Who

  • @xandercrews4729
    @xandercrews4729 ปีที่แล้ว

    The Pete Rose haircut is too distracting

  • @n.y.9894
    @n.y.9894 ปีที่แล้ว

    maybe im just stoned, but she seems like she is hiding being disingenuous behind a language/cultural barrier. kinda icky

    • @laurahouser2350
      @laurahouser2350 ปีที่แล้ว +14

      yea you're just stoned

    • @DiuQuy
      @DiuQuy 4 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Weird. Thought her strength was how genuine and vulnerable she is. I find her so refreshing and endearing.

  • @annikaullmann
    @annikaullmann ปีที่แล้ว

    talk to me neal

  • @marthinamonstera
    @marthinamonstera ปีที่แล้ว +5

    Someone else mentioned in another video that Neil doesn’t let their guests finish a sentence and now I cannot unsee it. I really liked this podcast but it is kind of rude talking over the guests and changing the subject even. 🥲

  • @aznthy
    @aznthy ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I wait for these deep dives. These are great, except Sal which was a 2 parter from someone who isn't a stand up.