I'm definitely no fan of RB but I think saying he doesnt have a good understanding of drugs and addiction is inaccurate. His contribution to helping people overcome addiction after going through 12 steps himself is one of the things he has done well.

one side note that’s interesting to me - i became clean after heavy drug use for 35 years i’ve been clean for 2 years now first time in my life - during my hideous withdrawal which lasted about 6 months ( not the acute withdrawal the post nightmarish prolonged chronic withdrawal that i wouldn’t wish on my worst enemy) i read his book often about getting through and becoming sober - who suggested this book to me ? an AA speaker who had been clean for 25 years and said Russel Brands book was one of the better books about getting clean that he’d read - and it was it was REAL and it comforted me during some of the worst panic attacks I wish to never be familiar with again

I don't think Dr Grande likes Russell Brand that was obvious. 😊

What are his conspiracies? I thought he just asked questions and debated topics. That used to be permitted.

"Technically a celebrity" may be true in the USA, but you'd be hard-pressed to find someone over the age of 25 in the UK who doesn't know Russell Brand.

It’s misleading to throw in “lizard people conspiracies.” He speaks a lot about big pharma, mainstream media and current politics. The fact the media outlet took the initiative and not the women should also factor in to the assessment.

I've watched Brand's KZfaq before. While the titles are clickbait conspiracy theorist stuff, he will cite reputable investigative journalists and often mock ridiculous, unevidenced claims, (like that recent UFO alien guy). For me these allegations are suspect as they've only appeared after there's been a push to brand Brand as "far-right", (despite his long history of opposing the Torys and his praise of people like Jeremy Corbyn). If there aren't a huge number of further accusers coming forward, or any form of physical evidence the accusers have even met the man, it's fair to say it's a further smear campaign.

The big question is why isnt anyone talking about Prince Andrew and the new allegations made against him????

I'm on the fence here and I may admittedly be assuming too much, but I'm under the impression that Dr. Grande may not entirely be a fan of Brand 😂😅

This might be one of the rare instances where Dr. Grande's personal biases might have shown through. I've never seen Russell in a movie, nor his standup, so I can't comment. But I do think that Dr. Grande's takes on Russell's addiction recovery and conspiracy theories were unfair. Russel may have, at one time, held immature beliefs about addiction and looked to blame the substances. But in the last few years, I've seen a very mature stance on addiction from him. He seems genuinely humbled, balanced, and engaged in spreading love. As far as "conspiracies" and "lack of talent" go, "speaking nonsense", I would say that is also unfair. His fact finding videos are very concise, persuasive, and thorough. He shows all of his sources and doesn't miss-represent or distort them, and honestly, seems to have less bias and distortion in finding the truth, than what I saw from Dr. Grande in this video. Does he also make conspiracy videos? Maybe, I haven't watched enough of his videos to know. But when he goes on Bill Maher and rattles of pages of stats that go against mainstream narrative, this to me can only be described as courageous.

Taking drugs to begin with is a “choice,” but no addiction is not any type of choice and not a single person expects to become nor wants to become an addict. I honestly hate when people with no skin in the game or any experience with actual addiction speak on the topic so matter of fact. As someone who works with addicts for a living, some of what you said was correct but much of it was behind a very clear curtain of ignorance imo. That’s not anyone’s fault because addiction is way too complex to ever fully understand unless you have first hand experience yourself. But people don’t realize just how wrong their perceptions and ideas of addicts and addiction actually are.

I hate this 'guilty till proven innocent' bs. It boils my blood at how immature, arrogant and smug the general public gets around these things, not to mention how big business caters to those disgusting, sub-par mindsets. Johnny Depp's career is ruined as is Kevin Spacey's. Now - just imagine if he is innocent as if that's what you really should be presuming. This is why gossip is evil, people.

Paparazzi do whatever it takes to get an aggressive reaction from celebrities. There was a story of a celebrity punching a paparazzi, but what wasn't common knowledge was the photographer intentionally tripped the guys girlfriend, causing her to fall, to instigate the reaction. Anytime i hear about a person "assaulting" a paparazzi i take it with a grain of salt.

i never liked him but i don't want to live in a world where accusations alone can land you in prison.

All it takes to be a conspiracy theorist is to think the government and media are full of sh-t. So we're either a dullard or a CT. Pick one.

Today, LIES don't get you in trouble...telling the TRUTH does. A simple fact many have forgotten...

I've watched Russell's videos quite often and still don't see where he is "pushing conspriracy theories". He will bring things up, break them down, and let viewers come to their own conclusion. He usually doesn't even say whether or not he believes it. But I think even Dr. Grande would even agree with many of the discussions he has. The conspiracy stuff is a very small part of what he talks about.

Kobe Bryant’s accuser went to the police the next day and had blood evidence. I think it’s strange people pick and choose their outrage based on the individual and agenda

I normally agree with Dr Grande's assessments, but I've been following Brand for the last year or so. He does use some hyperbole and might have opinions that are a bit radical, but I definitely don't agree that his takes are "incoherent" or "nonsensical." He actually cites news stories and publishers and researchers when he addresses issues and he seems quite thoughtful and careful to state that his opinions are just opinions, and he's been very critical of both the left and the right when it comes to policy and governance. He's an eccentric and flamboyant character, and that's off-putting to a lot of people, but I think he's being unfairly criticized here. I don't think he plays the victim, and I don't think he suggests others should either. He's been very open about his personal shortcomings and poor decision-making when it comes to his past promiscuity and substance abuse, and he uses those experiences to warn others to avoid going down that path. He probably is somewhat narcissistic (like nearly every content creator on KZfaq) and he seems boisterous and extraverted, but he also seems genuine and someone who struggles to know the truth, and never claims to his viewers to have all the answers. One of his tag lines, in fact, is, "That's just what I think. You tell me what you think." I don't think there's anything disingenuous about that.

If allegations are true it seems that law enforcement should investigate instead of news sources. Ridiculous that accuser stay secret but accused has all income cut off without a real court trial.

People should wait for the justice system to figure out what is true and what is false before casting blame. Everyone was so eager to cancel and ruin Johnny Depp and we all know how that case turned out in the end… Her dog stepped on a bee.

To think that Brand is incapable of these allegations is simply irresponsible but to state his guilt prior to strong evidence is equally so.

Anyone who thinks RB is a "conspiracy theorist" should go listen to his content and make up their own mind on the matter.

You can tell you didn't watch his videos because he doesn't talk about alien lizard people he talks about shady stuff that really is happening without speculating about silly nonsense like that. Like Fair Trade Chocolate is just a brand label that still uses child labor to harvest cacao.

Conspiracy theory is a bit of a dismissive term which hints that he's a liar or believes nonsense, its not quite the same as pointing out actual conspiracy which is happening

His manner of speaking stands out to me as his trademark; the accent, word choices, long phrases, and supercilious attitude. I enjoyed his acting in a film version of The Tempest. He always gives me the impression that he is playing a character rather than exhibiting his natural self.

Conspiracy theories are just theories that haven't been proved real yet...

I’m usually in line with Dr Grande but not this time. I think he’s way off in his depiction of RB. Not because I love RB or his content but how he has been able to gauge what people need to get through their stressful lives. I felt Dr Grande condescended millions of people here.

Russel has notable insight into addiction and drugs. I think you missed the mark on this point

Considering that he left home at 16 years Of age, I'm not surprised that he turned to substances. Only people who Have gone through a hard home life, being on their own at that age, seeing people/trying to help people of the same--you really don't know until you walked in those shoes, come on.

I don't know Russel Brand, and care even less any outcome on this today's trend. That said, Doc, I follow your analysis on issues always, BUT, it just me or did you come off abit too personal on this one. This is not the impartial critical and analytical commentary sprinkled with sarcastic dead-pan humour we're used to.

It’s impossible to overstate how big ‘Big Brother’s Big Mouth’ was. Reality television was still fresh then and he added a level on top with so much manic energy but also the gift of the gab. I still think of that having been his main thing. I didn’t actually know that he had a KZfaq channel or particularly believed in conspiracy theories. I met him a year or so ago. I was at an anti-fur protest in Mayfair and he just suddenly crossed the street to talk to us. Then a mentally ill woman interrupted to beg for money and he took her over to his car to give her some.

The only question answered here was: is Todd Grande a fan of Russell Brand?

It always surprises me when intellectuals and influencers use the term 'conspiracy theorist' negatively. Why is it that someone who takes opposition to the mainstream narrative on any subject is automatically a conspiracy theorist and therefore someone who should be silenced. Its ridiculous and yet here we are.

I disagree, Brand HAS taken responsibility for his past actions. He wrote the book Recovery:Freedom from our Addictions which has helped millions. He doesn't excuse his past actions, he learned from them and grew

lol conspiracy theorist? If anything the media is obviously conspiring to take him out with this coordinated depersoning because of how outspoken he is on certain topics, and because of his reach.

In 1941 one might have been labelled a conspiracy theorist if they claimed Japan was going to attack our country. Virtually every major crime requires a conspiracy. In my view, to impugn all who entertain a conspiracy theory is to be blind to history.

idk man, the whole thing is kinda sus to me?? i’ll be neutral until more details are revealed. these kinds of allegations can be used as a weapon, after all.

Conspiracy theorists actually have a pretty good record lately. Significantly better than corporate media.

Nobody's perfect but they doesn't make them guilty

You should cover bill Clinton's relationship with jeffrey epstein and the rape allegations against him.

Russell Brand was famous for years before he moved to the US.

Love you Dr. Grande. Your evaluation and conclusions about Brandt's recent behavior however, assumes all conspiracy theories have no basis in reality. I beg to differ. While I don't agree with all conspiracy theories, I find it increasingly more difficult to believe all conspiracy theories are made up. Brandt is not alone in his opinion on some of the recent political situations. And quite honestly, it's becoming harder to ignore that some of the 'conspiracies' have basis in reality given their media coverage, or lack thereof.

I have to disagree, Dr. Grande. Russell Brand has been labeled a conspiracy theorist, but mostly he just says things that are not consonant with the "acceptable" media narrative. Look at **everything** he has said about COVID-19 and decide whether, in hindsight, he was a conspiracy theorist or a person with common sense.

I’m not sure I have heard anything he has said that I would call a conspiracy theory. I don’t like listening to him so I don’t have the best dataset, but usually he’s pointing to objectively verifiable information and things like obvious conflicts of interest from people in power.

When the media decided to colaborate on this they had a contact list of 14 women, of those they managed to convince 4 to speak to them ( I wonder why the response of the other 10 were unsuitable to their purpose? )

The comment section just let me know everything I already knew and expected when I clicked this and therefore, I have no reason to watch it. The title itself is bias and misleading, seeking to cause one to form a negative opinion before even hearing the distorted facts. I don't know what happened but I've been catching this from Dr. Grande for a short time now. Something changed. Idk if YT threatened him, or if he was approached by one of 'those' people to dilute his content and lean towards the "agenda" instead. I no longer can consider this man to be objective in any capacity. It's been real, Dr. Grande. I hope you snap out of it someday.

Calling paparazzi “photographers” is laughable

"Get him to the Greek", is an incredible movie. Unhighly underrated. You hardly give any bias to the heneous murders you cover and this guy is completely at fault.

Dr G’s worst video ever. RB is a genius.

I hope I live long enough to see the public free from their addiction to celebrity - their need to watch others being surrogate shits for their own worst instincts.

Conspiracy theorist? I'm blown away after everything that's happened over the last few years people still trust the gov and the news, it really does surprise me.

I personally disagree with your analysis of Russell. Though he has displayed grandiose and addictive tendencies, I do believe he has recovered through both spiritual practices and AA. My sense is that he genuinely wants to help others heal and recover as well. You may perceive his videos as conspiratorial, however, I believe his intent is to shed light on that which is hidden.

Both theories can be true: he can have done these terrible things and he can also be a target of a "conspiracy" to bring him down.

So someone who questions the media and Government citing facts and examples is a conspiracy theorist?

Tell you what; say something KZfaq doesn’t like, get demonetized , analyze your own situation and I will start watching your videos again.

Would anyone want Andrew Tate to be on their side?

Hmm I will have to check about conspiracy theories, I haven't seen a Russell Brand video in a while, but all the content that I saw in the past was full of intelligent critical thinking and not promotions of set systems of beliefs (if you can trust that I can know the difference). Allegations aside, Russell has always been an advocate for freedom of speech, while narcissists with delusion of grandeur usually seek to present themselves as the only voices worth being listened. Let's be careful to not gaslight people just because we disagree with their opinions.

Analyzing Russell Brand's situation, obviously requires more courage to question reality than you were able to bring up.

Brand has spoken and written extensively on his addictions and the importance of taking responsibility and reaching out for help through programs like AA. I know Dr Grande can’t possibly know everything about the subjects of a brief daily video, but this was a pretty big oversight that impacted his opinion on Brand’s addiction and sobriety. Just a good reminder that there’s usually more to a story than the initial media reaction.

I think theres worse out there than Russell Brand. Ive always thought he was a male histrionic. I've never really followed his career. He actually seems pretty friendly to me and has that easy charisma that women are very attracted to.

The allegations aside, the attack on Brand's career came across as snotty, condescending and profoundly petty. I believe I learned more about Dr Grande today than Russell Brand...

Please do a video of why a "conspiratorial mind" is different from a "normal mind". What makes someone a conspiracy theorist?

Anyone can be ridiculed and silenced by calling the a conspiracy theorist , by people it saves them having to have facts to dispute the statements , What was call a wild conspiracy is now accepted facts , but no appologies are ever heard , when did it become “ controversial “ to question the government ? We now don’t have debate in parliament , how do we get the answers we need?

There is something to be said about the non-violent, sophisticated comments under this Russell video, which is a reflection on Russell in some way.

Those of us who've been following RB's extraordinarily articulate if somewhat shouty, political and social commentaries over the last few years have been expecting this Monty Python boot to drop from the sky. And here it is. Let's remember that Julian Assange's original 'charge' was sexual assault (for not wearing a condom). Easy mud to sling.

Man dr. Grande is salty on Russell. Russell actually has changed a lot. He is in recovery and talk about how to heal yourself and come together with nature. He is actually really informative. He doesn't say anything that isn't true and he shows the proof for what he says. He may make a lizard joke, but he's a comedian... he's come a long way and I congratulate him.

Can you PLEASE do Dr. Todd Grande?!!! This would be HILARIOUS. No one has done anything like that! Please do yourself!!!

analysis from a bias perspective and a lack of research. truly the most doctor of all time right here

Russel Brand has actually taken accountability for his actions in the past, has owned up to being a degenerate, and doesn’t condone those activists. He has literally taken accountability for his Inappropriate behaviors.

These type of accusations would be far more convincing if they hadn’t all originated at the same time in a hit piece.

“Show me the man and I’ll show you the crime” Lavrentiy Beria, the Lavrentiy Beria, the most ruthless and longest-serving secret police chief in Joseph Stalin’s reign of terror in Russia and Eastern Europe, bragged that he could prove criminal conduct on anyone, even the innocent. “Show me the man and I’ll show you the crime” was Beria’s infamous boast. He served as deputy premier from 1941 until Stalin’s death in 1953, supervising the expansion of the gulags and other secret detention facilities for political prisoners. He became part of a post-Stalin, short-lived ruling troika until he was executed for treason after Nikita Khrushchev’s coup d’etat in 1953.

How often do conspiracy theorists need to be right before we stop calling what they say nonsense? Eventually Dr Grande will have to either abandon science and be unable to define what a woman is … or be canceled … and when that day comes he may finally realize a lot of the folks like RB were trying to warn us all, assuming he picks the sane option.

Heroin is a drug that doesn't need to be in front of the addict to want to get out and find it. I KNOW that this is the case because I WAS an addict

Obviously he hasn't watched his channel or read his books much

Russell Brand is well respected for his journey from addiction and promiscuity to stable family man. Brand has always been honest about his journey and helped many others with his book. He has owned and taken responsibility for his addiction and behaviour and has grown up, and changed. In the U.K. Brand has a strong following on his KZfaq channel. And Brand was already a household name in the country back in the early 2000's . Brand does not 'make up' KZfaq content to make himself feel useful or good, he genuinely wants to bring information that is in the public interest to the public, he researches and gives his audience verifiable sources. Brand encourages debate. Brand is operating in the void left by MSM omission and lies, MSM is a mouthpiece for government and private interests, and people know that. Brand may be loud, or intense, he may use long words and humour that is beyond the understanding of some, but he uses his platform for the benefit of people who know that the mainstream narrative is questionable . Where is the informed debate in the MSM? The accusations against Brand are unsubstantiated. The police have not been informed of any complaints, no one has given statements to the police SO...Due process has not been followed regarding Brand being a sexual criminal. And a trial by media has ensued. Which is abhorrent. Brand us being burnt at the stake like the witches of old, and it is shameful that you also believe in this backwards pitch-fork bastardisation of justice.

No one should use the word conspiracies anymore when related to pharmaceutical issues. There are no conspiracies. He is correct. Innocent until proven guilty. Russell has grown so much from those early days, he could teach and does teach the how to overcome addiction.

He's not a 'conspiracy theorist'. He criticises mainstream media narratives

This is not an analysis Dr Grande. This is your opinion as you stated. Also seems like a character misrepresentation to me. Always have enjoyed your analysis videos. Didn't hear a lot of insight in this video though. Just a lot of judgement.

Name something that isnt true Russell has said. You cant, for the simple reason that you dont know. You just throw the word conspirocy theorist around and lets us all know by doing so that you’re shilling for the establishment unlike Russell.

Russel has always been a controversial figure in the uk. Has been for a long long time even before KZfaq.

It is also interesting that the accusers get to have their identities hidden while Brand’s reputation is now permanently damaged and he is being tried in the media (and here apparently), while simultaneously having his income wiped out, all before any charges have even been filed.

He clearly admits to being sexually active with consenting partners! No surprises! That doesn’t make him automatically guilty! He should not be demonetized based on allegations!

It’s the first time I totally disagree with Dr. Grande. Truth telling and conspiracy theories shouldn’t be confused. Russell’s past shouldn’t be confused with his present. Mainstream media shouldn’t be a courtroom where damaging allegations and smearing campaigns are fed to the public, without a coherent reason. Russell isn’t the only one who’ll pay for the the alleged mainstream media accusations; his pregnant wife and his two little children will pay for the alleged offenses till the rest of their lives. Please some objectivity, Dr. Grande.

Dr. Grande, as a man who thinks very similarly to Russell, and who you might not like due to my political affiliations, I sure hope you open your mind a little bit sometime in the future to different schools of thought. I say this as a fan of yours and someone who appreciates your usual forte for psychology.

Ooof you've really missed the mark with this one good sir 😢 You usually research so well, but you have let us down here Grande. His book 'recovery from addiction' is a biography about all the ways he takes responsibility for his actions surrounding drugs. I think you're misconstruing his message that we treat addicts so cruelly in society, which we do. Secondly, he doesn't make conspiracy videos, he reports 'true news', where he researches the facts behind the headlines and tries to give you a more well rounded and non-propgandafied picture of evidence, so that you can decide what you think, rather than being told what to think. Absolutely no lizard people! (Well maybe ironically, you really have to watch his stuff Grande, he's hilarious!). Something else you got wrong: he's a HUGE celebrity in the UK. He was even more famous around ten years ago when he was on tv, his current youtube channel is quite niche comparitively- Everyone in the uk knows who he is, only some people know about his youtube channel. You got this very wrong, I urge you to read his book and watch some of his videos. He well known for his intelligence, sense of humour, philanthropy, very quick witt, excellent communication skills and vast vocab. He also, connects with his fans via this community he's made on youtube- very down to earth compared to other big celebs! Very grandiose yes, but thats his thing and always has been, he jokes about it all the time. When I google him at the moment, the press really doesn't reflect what the public seem to be saying in polls and on Twitter (X), people are really supporting him and believe this trial by social media is bull. As far as my opinion, I don't doubt that we all did thing 15 years ago that would be totally unacceptable now and would paint us to be monsters, but as for rape? Im not so sure. Why not go to the police? Why thousands of consensual acts but only 1 rape (don't these things usually come with a pattern of behaviors?)? Why now and not the last 17 years? Anonymous women being paid, but no police reports? It is strange. Unfortunately it will likely not go to trial and we may never know the truth. Grande I usually love your stuff, but sir you got this so wrong im afraid. Don't read the headlines and read a few chapters of his book or watch a few of his lizard people vids 😂 I am confident you'd change your mind!

My husband saw a recommended video of yours and I told him I’ve watched some because you do your research of all sources you can before offering your analysis. I stand corrected. 😞

Come on now, Dr. Grande... Russell Brands' talent is not the issue; in America, aren't we presumed innocent until proven guilty? 🤔 Your "opinion" sounds more like a personal attack on his character & personality rather than a unbiased look at the recent accusations. It makes you sound jealous and resentful of his success because in your eyes he has no talent but is wildly liked and followed by millions. Let's wait for the dust to settle and all the facts come out before we send him off to Coventry. 😂

I find it odd that people who openly/publicly accuse another of a very serious crime are be able to do so “anonymously.”

All the figures coming to his defense... have the aura of "with friends like these, who needs enemies?"

I usually agree with Dr. Grande but here I’m afraid not. First off, to dismiss Russell as a “notorious conspiracy theorist” is pretty dismissive and not really accurate. Secondly, let’s not act like there hasn’t been a pattern of “accusations” coming out against high profile men in the last few years that end up being either grossly blown out of proportion or flat out lies. Before you label a man as a predator, maybe find out if the accusations are true. And lastly, Russell’s joke about “I’d challenge any of you…” is just that; a good joke. It’s very funny, and I don’t see in any way how he was trying to play the victim. I respect Russell greatly for managing to get sober and maintain a high profile career, even through a divorce. I’m not sure if my own sobriety would survive all of that

Can you all not see the the arrogance of Grande? Lack of an openmind?

I subscribe to both your channel and Russell’s channels because I feel that you are both truthful. I don’t think that you actually watched his content. He talks about his addiction and recovery and his faith and dreams for society. They are quite admirable. I think you didn’t do enough research on this one Doctor.

I rarely comment, but the conclusion that Russell Brand has little talent is particularly weak: he has a mastery of the English language that is rarely seen. He can express himself better than most anyone I've heard.

Dr. G's characterization of Brand having minimal talent (to say nothing of Brand's amazing intelligence and charisma) causes me to suspect the good doctor is very unfamiliar with the last few years of Brand's work.

He's just a "conspiracy theorist" is he, Todd?

Hi Dr grande. Have you covered Danny Masterson? I'm interested in your opinion

Sure prosecute a crime but also DROP THE EPSTEIN CLIENT LIST 🚩🚩🚩🚩

A “conspiracy theorist” really? How apparent do things need to be before we stop calling them conspiracies?

Many celebrities have come to his defense including literally The Four Horsemen of the Apocalypse.