Billy Gardell joins The Commercial Break for a candid, funny, and surprisingly heartfelt conversation about stand-up, sitcom fame, and reinventing yourself in midlife. From grinding it out in comedy clubs to starring in two hit network shows, Billy reflects on the long road from blue-collar comic to household name.

We talk about the discipline behind his major health transformation, how success can amplify anxiety instead of quiet it, and why stand-up has always been his anchor—even at the height of television fame. Billy opens up about addiction patterns, gratitude, staying grounded in Hollywood, and what it really means to evolve without losing who you are.

It’s equal parts hilarious and honest—stories from the road, behind-the-scenes insights from network TV, and a few life lessons that don’t feel like life lessons. Just real talk from a comic who’s lived it.

 

All things Billy: Here 

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Ep896: Bryan and Astrid have a bit of a "disagreement" about his burgeoning Instagram content. When Bryan convinces her to appear on the channel, he quickly makes it all about him. Leading Krissy to agree...let it go Bryan! 

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Ep895: Bryan and Krissy discuss the one guest they would never ask to return. He may not have even been a guest? In any case, no one will be surprised to hear the name! Also, John Candy was a sweet bear of man (get it? candy / sweet). Finally, BitCoin is going to zero and so is your retirement fund! So...yay! 

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EP894: Do to a tech error, some folks may not have received last week's episodes! So...just in case, here you go!  Bryan & Krissy discuss the AI take over, Super Bowl, Kid Rock and Bad Bunny! 

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EP893: Bryan and Krissy are SO ready for Superblow 2026! It's gonna be a rocking good time Kidrock, Kidrock and.....other people!

Enjoy then show! 

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EP892: Bryan has a Memoji and it's not the picture of beauty he had hoped! Plus Bryan and Astrid get a bit of excitement after a party and speaking of after-party, the Grammy's put us to sleep yet again! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

EP891: Bryan is back at the gym doing his very unique fitness routine and the sales staff at the gym is hard at work doing their own routine! Bryan meets his new nemesis, Jinnie? Jennie? Jeenie? Jynie? We all figure it out together.

Plus, the comedy podcast world is seeing a big shakeup. Luckily, TCB is not considered comedy! Then, the votes are being counted for the Academy Awards! 

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EP890: Bryan and Krissy address the "ice storm" flop in Atlanta and the events in Minneapolis. Then they recall some early 1990's music wonders while reminiscing about the 96.7 WWLG radio station that started it all! 

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Hosts: Bryan Green & Krissy Hoadley 

Written & Produced: Bryan Green 

Additional Production: Astrid Green, Gustavo, Tina Khano 

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EP889: Bryan returns fro his 2nd visit to the gym in 2026. James the trainer is right there ready for him! Bryan shows the gym his excellent technique  and physique!

Plus, teh winter weather bears down on the entire east as Krissy & Bryan decide how many more episodes per week they need! 

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EP888: Bryan and Krissy are back at it again in 2026 and working on their 2026 goals., Bryan hits the gym to...well....to get a free tan. But he is cornered by the gym sales people and rock hard fitness coach! But Bryan already has a fitness routine. It's the 6-6-6 method! 

Live Stream TCB recording sessions every Tuesday & Thursday at 1pm ET: Subscribe on YouTube to get notified 

Follow TCB on Instagram: @thecommercialbreak 

Visit the website: www.TCBpodcast.com 

The Commercial Break new episodes every Wednesday & Friday with bonus episodes dropping often. 

Hosts: Bryan Green & Krissy Hoadley 

Written & Produced: Bryan Green 

Additional Production: Astrid Green, Gustavo, Tina Khano 

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EP887: Bryan and Krissy have an opportunity to sell their voices to an AI company....but Bryan does it for free! Another solid investment by BG. Also, Richard Grieco is a multi-talented man. We just don't know which talents. Plus, 1980's love rock is on full display! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.