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We're Having a Good Time

Dusty Slaydustyslay.com
A podcast about drinking, drugs, and religion. Dusty Slay is a professional stand up comedian and this podcast is all about his life on the road, his journey as a man and as a comedian. 10 Episodes dedicated to How To Become a Comic, published 6/19/2019, Season 2 Episode 1-10
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Episodes

Ep 29: Detroit, Sarasota, Nashville Tornadoes, Possums

Dusty talks about his time in Royal Oak Michigan at Mark Ridleys Comedy Castle, McCurdys Comedy Theatre in Sarasota Florida. Also talks a little about the recent tornadoes in Nashville. Stories about possums.

Mar 07, 202055 minSeason 2Ep. 29

Ep 28 Vegas, LA, Aspen and more!

Dusty talks about his trip to LA, Vegas, AZ and Aspen! He talks about selling pesticides and answers emails!

Feb 26, 20201 hr 6 minSeason 2Ep. 28

Ep 27: Evan Berke, Charleston and our first road gig.

Dusty Slay and Evan Berke talk about their early days of comedy. Comedy at Jewish Fraternities, Jewish Synagogues, Seaside Florida, and Jerry Farbers Side Door. Also more bombing stories.

Feb 08, 20201 hr 5 minSeason 2Ep. 27

Episode 26: Bombing with special guest Mike James

Dusty Slay talks about bombing on stage with comedian Mike James. Dusty also reads emails from other comics about bombing. Dusty talks about his time in Syracuse at the Funny Bone, and about eating at the Gem Diner and his love for tater tots.

Jan 30, 20201 hr 31 minSeason 2Ep. 26

All About Writing Jokes- Answered Emails

Dusty goes to Rooster T Feathers in Sunnyvale CA and The Comedy Catch in Chattanooga TN Dusty answers emails from listeners about writing jokes!

Jan 16, 20201 hr 23 minSeason 2Ep. 24

How To Become a Comic, Step 15: Tips for Air Travel

Dusty and Hannah discuss their weird weekend in West Palm Beach. Dusty opens for a hypnotist, they both have strange customer service experiences and Hannah gets hit on at the bar. Plus, Dusty gives airplane travel tips. How to invest in a credit card point system, choose the aisle seat on the plane and a warning to not back down from crying babies!

Sep 25, 201957 minSeason 2Ep. 15

How to Become A Comic, Step 14: Tips to Survive and Thrive on the Road

Dusty and Hannah continue their in depth analysis on what it takes to make it in comedy. This week, Dusty gives advice on how to successfully work the road on a budget. From chosing the best truck stop to lining up extra gigs, find out how to take control of the road before the road takes control of you!

Sep 18, 20191 hr 9 minSeason 2Ep. 14

How To Become a Comic, Step 13: Gratitude and 9/11 Stories

No formal advice this week! Dusty is having a busy September so the couple catches up on shows for the Nashville Predators, Connecticut, and Las Vegas. Plus Hannah and Dusty argue over what constitutes good country music and share their 9/11 stories. Check out comedian Emma Willmann and music by the Highwomen.

Sep 12, 20191 hrSeason 2Ep. 13

How to Become a Comic, Step 12: Finding Your Identity as a Comedian

Dusty and Hannah continue their series on How to Become a Comedian. This week, they discuss how to find your identity on stage and in the comedy community. Plus, Dusty talks shows in Albany, NY and the Grand Ole Opry. Hannah breaks down her early mid life crisis.

Sep 04, 20191 hr 3 minSeason 2Ep. 12

How to Become A Comic, Step 10: Becoming a Headliner

Dusty Slay and Hannah Hogan launch a new 10 part series about how to become a comic. Week 10, How to Become A Headliner. Plus, Resort Dusty goes to Pennsylvania for Sheetz Fest 2019!

Aug 20, 20191 hr 1 minSeason 2Ep. 10

How To Become A Comic. Step 7: Getting Into Comedy Clubs with guest Comedian Rik Roberts

Dusty Slay and Hannah Hogan launch a new 10 part series on how to become a comic. Week 7: Getting into Comedy Clubs with guest Rik Roberts HINT: #patience #persistence #politeness Plus, Dusty talks his return to Just For Laughs in Montreal and heading to Des Moines, Iowa! Comedy Shout Out to Fortune Feimster!

Jul 31, 20191 hr 52 minSeason 2Ep. 7

How to Become a Comic. Step 6: The Importance of Comedy Festivals

Dusty Slay and Hannah Hogan launch a new 10 part series on how to become a comic. Week 6: The Importance of Comedy Festivals Dusty talks about his return to the Tonight Show with Jimmy Fallon and shows in Pittsburgh. Comedy: Matthew Broussard

Jul 24, 20191 hr 3 minSeason 2Ep. 6

How To Become a Comic. Step 5: Starting Your Own Show or Open Mic w/ Connor Larsen

Dusty Slay and Hannah Hogan launch a new 10 part series on how to become a comic. Week 5: Starting Your Own Show or Open Mic w/ Connor Larsen Dusty and Hannah go to Canada. Next week Dusty will be on the Tonight Show in NYC and then at the Improv in Pittsburgh, PA Music: Ray Lamontagne, Hank WIlliams Comedy: Tig Notaro, Katie Hughes

Jul 16, 20191 hr 27 minSeason 2Ep. 5

How to Become a Comic. Step 4: Getting Booked Locally and Getting a Good Video

Brand new Season Two! We're really breaking down how to get working as a stand up comedian. This episode is step 4 and we explain how to get booked on your local scene, and how to avoid the typical pitfalls that some new comedians make when they're trying to break into the comedy community. Also- something that is very important to procuring work- getting a good video of you doing stand up. We break it all down! As per usual we talk about our weekends in comedy, and this past weekend, our advent...

Jul 09, 20191 hr 6 minSeason 2Ep. 4

How To Become a Comic. Step 3: Keep Working

Dusty Slay and Hannah Hogan launch a new 10 part series on how to become a comic. How To Become a Comic. Step 3: Keep Working Dusty goes to Hartwell, GA to Lonnie Burns Fines Arts Center and stays at the Catachee Golf Resort and does a house show in Louisville, KY. Next week Dusty will be in Atlanta, GA (The Punchline) Music: Alison Krauss, Ashley McBride Comedy: Todd Barry, Evan Berke, Vince Fabra

Jul 02, 20191 hr 6 minSeason 2Ep. 3

How To Become a Comic. Step 2: Becoming Better, Making Friends

Dusty Slay and Hannah Hogan launch a new 10 part series on how to become a comic. Week 2: Becoming Better, Making Friends on the Scene Dusty goes to college in Utah at Utah Valley University, Clusterfest a comedy festival presented by Comedy Central in San Francisco and Films Nashville Squares for CMT in Los Angeles! Next week Dusty will be at Hartwell, GA (Lonnie Burns Fine Arts Center), Louisville, KY and Back at the Grand Ole Opry. Music: Charles Bradley, George Strait, Alabama Comedy: John C...

Jun 27, 201957 minSeason 2Ep. 2

How to Become a Comic. Step 1: Getting Ready to Take The Stage.

Dusty Slay and Hannah Hogan launch a new 10 part series on how to become a comic. This is episode one where we discuss how to go from never doing comedy, to taking the stage for the very first time. Where we've been: Dusty- Laugh Boston Where we're going: Hannah- Comedy Bar Chicago Dusty- Utah Valley State College, Clusterfest in San Francisco Discussion: How to start comedy. Music: Janice Ian, Allison Krauss and Union Station Comedy: Rodney Dangerfield and Dave Stone...

Jun 19, 20191 hr 14 minSeason 2Ep. 1

Crazy Roommate Stories

Hannah and Dusty catch up after a week off of podcasting. Dusty opens for the band Alabama, plays the Grand Ole Opry again, and Hannah talks Arkansas and Alabama shows. Plus, the couple swap crazy roommate stories. Tales from when they were both a little younger, wilder, and dumber. Follow us on the media socials @dustyslay dustyslay.com @misshannahhogan

Jun 12, 201953 minSeason 1Ep. 56
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