what a strange career arc Russell brand has has, goes from presenting weird segments on UK mtv drugged off his tits to presenting a big brother spin off, to Britain's number one comedian to movie star to married to Katy Perry to political commentator who gets on the telly, to poor man's jimmy Dore
The thing that sets Brand apart from Joe Rogan and others is that he's not a self-proclaimed 'fucking idiot'.
Rogan is fun and he knows how to channel some his guests well, but he also leans heavily into the 'I'm a moron' act so he can get away with nearly anything.
Rusell Brand can talk to psychiatrists and scientists on their level and ask the follow up questions that actually lead to new insights.
Overall his takes are more comprehensive and well thought out.
Jimmy Dore is a smart guy but limited by his 'comedy format' with forces him into bite sized chunks of content and the need for a punch line.
Like all "comedians" he has to do his bits too, such as reading Twitter comments and hating Bill Maher.