Ep: 268 - Bert Kreischer

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Jan 26, 2026

Bert Kreischer, high-energy stand-up comic and star of Netflix’s Free Bert, drops in for an unfiltered chat. He talks touring, performing sober after a health scare, and the grind of filming specials. They riff on fame, stage persona and the craft of building material while balancing family and recovery.

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INSIGHT

Health Crises Force Career Recalibration

Bert realized health scares force creative and professional recalibration.
He reframed touring and promo obligations to bus travel and schedule changes to protect recovery.

ANECDOTE

From Diagnosis To New Travel Rules

After diagnosis Bert switched to blood thinners and altered travel to buses and extra precautions.
He describes getting a second opinion recommending longer-term thinning and lifestyle focus.

ADVICE

Follow-Up And Fitness While On Blood Thinners

If a doctor prescribes blood thinners, prioritize follow-up and focus on underlying health to clear clots.
Bert emphasizes returning for rechecks and improving fitness while on medication.

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This week on We Might Be Drunk, hosts Mark Normand and Sam Morril sit down with Bert Kreischer for one of the most unfiltered conversations yet. Bert comes in full force talking about life on the road, balancing family and fame, and the grind of building a career in comedy. They dive into touring, getting recognized everywhere you go, the comedy mindset, and the heat behind shooting new material at scale. Bert opens up about his Netflix series Free Bert and how the show pushed him into both ridiculous and reflective moments. He also gets real about recent changes in his life, how he approaches comedy at this stage, and what keeps him going when the stakes get high. Mark and Sam bring their signature raw style, pushing back, laughing hard, and finding the funniest corners of every topic. This is one of those episodes that captures exactly why Bert is one of comedy’s biggest personalities. Follow the Hosts and Guest Bert Kreischer Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bertkreischer Twitter / X: https://x.com/bertkreischer Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/bertkreischer TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@bertkreischer Mark Normand Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/marknormand/?hl=en Sam Morril Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sammorril See Them Live Get tickets for Mark Normand shows: https://punchup.live/marknormand/tickets Get tickets for Sam Morril shows: https://punchup.live/sammorril/tickets Produced by Gotham Production Studios Producer: Matt Peters Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mrmatthewpeters Sponsors Boxie Pro The litter that actually works. Odor-free, no fake scents, and incredible clumping. Get 30% off at https://boxiecat.com/WMBD Use code WMBD Shopify Turn your idea into a real business. Start selling today. Sign up for a $1/month trial at https://shopify.com/drunk IQ Bar Clean-label protein bars, hydration mixes, and mushroom coffee to fuel your brain and body. Get 20% off and free shipping. Text DRUNK to 64000 Message and data rates may apply. Quo The smartest way to run your business communications. Try it free and get 20% off your first six months at https://quo.com/WMBD 00:00 Leather Pants & Comedian Fashion 03:13 Stories of On-Stage Outfits & Standup Trends 07:40 Bert's Health Scare: Blood Clots & Flying 14:13 Recovery, Life Changes & Not Drinking 18:59 Gifts Between Comics & Crazy Generosity 21:33 Comedy Friendships, Fame & Keeping It Real 27:08 Comic Success, Growth & Staying Grounded 33:31 Health, Weight Loss, and the Standup Grind 39:22 Processed Food, Obesity & Global Problems 44:54 Political Rants & Crowd Work in Comedy 51:08 Weight Loss Drugs, Eating Habits & Vices 57:59 Friendship, Touring Stories & Missing The Old Days 01:04:24 Comedy Career Highs, Lows & Self-Motivation 01:11:54 Pitching the Show & Behind the Scenes of 'Free Bert' 01:19:56 Showbiz: Casting, Acting, & Industry Lessons 01:27:04 Breaking Through, Finding Your Voice as a Comic 01:34:41 From Struggles to Success: Building Your Brand 01:43:13 Wrap-Up: Free Bert, Future Plans & Goodbyes

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