I AIN'T PLAYIN W/ KARLOUS MILLER, DC YOUNG FLY, MONEYBAG MAFIA, & BRUCE BRUCE
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I AIN'T PLAYIN W/ KARLOUS MILLER, DC YOUNG FLY, MONEYBAG MAFIA, & BRUCE BRUCE

Veteran comedian Bruce Bruce shares candid insights from his 36-year career, discussing industry mentorship, the business of touring, and the evolution of comedy in the social media era.

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CALIMAR WHITE | ENGLISH MAJORS | SEASON 3 | EP 09
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CALIMAR WHITE | ENGLISH MAJORS | SEASON 3 | EP 09

Comedian Calimar White details how he turned his viral 'Occupational Cares Diversity Affairs (OCDA)' prank calls into a legitimate, nationwide business, leading to a federal investigation and multiple lawsuits, all while navigating the evolving comedy landscape.

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VOICE OF REASON W/ KARLOUS MILLER, DC YOUNG FLY, MONEYBAG MAFIA, & BRIAN SIMPSON
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VOICE OF REASON W/ KARLOUS MILLER, DC YOUNG FLY, MONEYBAG MAFIA, & BRIAN SIMPSON

Comedian Brian Simpson shares his journey from foster care and the Marine Corps to stand-up, revealing the dark realities of the homeless shelter industry and the hosts debate the societal impact of AI, post-2020 changes, and the evolving nature of black culture and parenting.

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STREAMING SUCCESS WITH KARLOUS MILLER, DC YOUNG FLY, & SPECIAL GUEST REGINALD | 85 SOUTH SHOW
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STREAMING SUCCESS WITH KARLOUS MILLER, DC YOUNG FLY, & SPECIAL GUEST REGINALD | 85 SOUTH SHOW

This episode explores how comedians must adapt across generations and platforms, from traditional stand-up to social media and live streaming, to sustain and elevate their careers.

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THEA VIDALE TALKS BEHIND THE SCENES DRAMA ON THE 90'S SITCOM SHOW THEA | 85 SOUTH SHOW PODCAST
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THEA VIDALE TALKS BEHIND THE SCENES DRAMA ON THE 90'S SITCOM SHOW THEA | 85 SOUTH SHOW PODCAST

Veteran comedian Thea Vidale unpacks the harsh realities of Hollywood, from battling prejudiced writers on her 90s sitcom 'Thea' to Bill Cosby's prescient warnings about the industry's treatment of Black talent.

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