Social Sessions

Darren Connell: How Comedy Saved My Life | Addiction, Glasgow Grit & the Real Stand-Up Struggle | Social Sessions Podcast Welcome to another raw, hilarious, and deeply honest episode of Social Sessions with your host Sean Toal! This time, we're joined by one of Scotland's sharpest and most fearless comedians – Darren Connell. Best known for his iconic role as the lovable PC Bobby Muir in BBC Scotland's hit mockumentary Scot Squad (and appearances in shows like Two Doors Down), Darren has built a massive following through his no-holds-barred stand-up, viral TikToks, and unfiltered storytelling. In this can't-miss conversation, Darren pulls no punches as he opens up about: How stand-up comedy became his lifeline and literally saved him during his toughest battles His powerful, personal journey through addiction and the road to recovery – raw, real, and inspiring Growing up in Springburn, Glasgow: the unfiltered truth about life in the city, the banter, the hardships, and what shaped him The unglamorous side of being a touring stand-up comedian – late nights, empty crowds, hecklers, travel woes, and the mental toll of the grind Exciting future plans: new tour dates, upcoming projects, his podcasts (Straight White Whale and Glaswegians Anonymous), and what's next for this rising Scottish star This is classic Scottish chat at its best – side-splitting laughs mixed with heartfelt moments that'll stay with you. Darren's laid-back style, razor-sharp wit, and total honesty make this one of our most powerful episodes yet. Whether you're a die-hard Scot Squad fan, love proper Glasgow patter, or just need a dose of real talk from someone who's been through it all, this episode is for you. 👉 Smash that LIKE button if you enjoyed it 👉 SUBSCRIBE to Social Sessions for weekly episodes with Scotland's top comedians, actors, and personalities SUBSCRIBE AND JOIN THE TRIBE 👉 Hit the bell 🔔 for notifications – new episodes drop every week! 👉 Drop a comment: What's your favourite Darren Connell moment or Scot Squad episode? Full podcast also available on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and all major platforms – search "Social Sessions with Sean Toal". Follow Darren Connell for more laughs and updates: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/darrenconnellcomedian TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@darrenconnellcomedian Twitter/X: https://twitter.com/DarrenConnell87 Check live dates, podcasts, and more: Search Darren Connell on your favourite platform! Follow Social Sessions: Instagram/TikTok: @socialsessions6 Facebook: Sean Patrick Toal Tiktok: Seanaldo007 Thanks for watching – share this with a mate who needs a proper laugh today! #DarrenConnell #ScotSquad #BobbyMuir #ScottishComedy #GlasgowComedy #StandUpComedy #AddictionRecovery #ComedyPodcast #ScottishPodcast #SocialSessions #SeanToal #GlasgowPatter #RecoveryStory #StandUpLife Join this channel to get access to perks and become part of Social Sessions: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCyXvWIWVXvGClaUV-EnYsUQ/join Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.