
Public Figures
Audioboom Studios · Audioboom
Show overview
Public Figures has been publishing since 2020, and across the 6 years since has built a catalogue of 315 episodes, alongside 2 trailers or bonus episodes. That works out to roughly 580 hours of audio in total. Releases follow a weekly cadence.
Episodes typically run over ninety minutes — most land between 1h 45m and 1h 59m — and the run-time is fairly consistent across the catalogue. None of the episodes are flagged explicit by the publisher. It is catalogued as a EN-US-language Comedy show.
The show is actively publishing — the most recent episode landed yesterday, with 20 episodes already out so far this year. Published by Audioboom.
From the publisher
Hosted by Brian Bates, Aaron Weber and Dusty Slay.
Latest Episodes
View all 315 episodes15: #15 | What Happened in the Year 2000?
14: #14 | Geography with Graham Kay
13: #13 | Man-Made Disasters with Kathleen Madigan
12: #12 | Mississippi with Landon Bryant
11: #11 | Taxes with Andrew Stanley
10: #10 | Babies
Ep 99: #9 | Meats with Greg Warren
This week, Nateland favorite Greg Warren makes his Public Figures debut to talk to the guys about barbecue, steak, and other meats. MUD/WTR: mudwtr.com/NATELANDStart your new morning ritual & get up to 43% off your @MUDWTR with code NATELAND at mudwtr.com/NATELAND! #mudwtrpod #adiRestore:irestore.com/NATELANDReverse hair loss with @iRestorelaser and get exclusive savings on the iRestore Elite, use code NATELAND at irestore.com/NATELAND! #irestorepod #adSuperpower: Superpower.comHead to Superpower.com and use code NATE at checkout for $20 off your membership. Unlock your new health intelligence. 100+ biomarkers. Every year. Detect early signs of 1,000+ conditions. #superpowerpod #adHelix: helixsleep.com/nateGo to helixsleep.com/nate for their Spring savings event and get 20% off Sitewide.
Ep 88: #8 | Westerns
This week, Dusty relives his junior high school dance, Aaron reads a comment submitted through Venmo, and the guys debate how to pronounce the word "grocery". Then Dusty leads the discussion this week with a topic near and dear to his heart - Westerns. Dusty shares why he loves Westerns, his favorite all time Westerns, and his favorite songs about Westerns. Wayfair: Wayfair.comFind furniture, decor, and essentials that fit your unique style and budget. Head to Wayfair.com right now to shop all things home. Every style, Every home. IQBAR: Text NATE to 64000 to get 20% off all IQBAR products, plus FREE shipping. Message and data rates may apply.
Ep 77: #7 | Grocery Stores
This week, Brian prepares for his comedy special, Aaron has to navigate some aggressive geese, and Dusty visits the Space Force. Then the guys get into this week's topic of Grocery Stores by learning about parking lot layouts, store display strategies, and shopping cart conspiracy theories.This episode is brought to you by BetterHelp. Betterhelp.com/NATE Your emotional wellbeing matters. Find support and feel lighter in therapy. Sign up and get 10% off at Betterhelp/com/NATE. Rocket Money- Rocketmoney.com/nateLet Rocket Money help you reach your financial goals faster. Join at RocketMoney.com/NATE today! Factor Meals: Factormeals.com/nate50offHead to Factormeals.com/nate50off and use code nate50off to get 50 percent off and free breakfast for a year! *Offer only valid for new Factor customers with code and qualifying auto-renewing subscription purchase.* Make healthier eating easy with Factor.
Ep 66: #6 | Air Travel featuring Fiona Cauley
This week, the guys are joined by the first guest on the Public Figures Podcast, fellow comedian Fiona Cauley. Brian, Aaron, Dusty, and Fiona discuss moving walkways, turbulence, and bad airports as they delve into the topic of Air Travel. VIDEO SUBMISSION LINK: https://www.dropbox.com/scl/fo/ohcso8kvd3kvle3hnihce/AHqrpJHxzacBgSRyw5hXUiI?rlkey=2p7xr8dn836asnrqvyi12q5nc&st=5341ljwf&dl=0THE PUBLIC FIGURES (HOSTS)Aaron WeberTour / Website: https://aaronwebercomedy.comInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/realaaronweber/X: https://x.com/realaaronweberBrian BatesTour / Website: https://www.brianbatescomedy.comInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/brianbatescomicX: https://x.com/brianbatescomicDusty SlayTour / Website: https://dustyslay.comInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/dustyslay/X: https://x.com/dustyslaySPONSORS:IQBAR: Text NATE to 64000 to get 20% off all IQBAR products, plus FREE shipping. Message and data rates may apply.Ultra Pouches: takeultra.comDon’t sleep on @ultrapouches. New customers get 15% Off with code NATELAND at takeultra.com! #UltraPouches #adBRUNT: https://www.bruntworkwear.com/NATEGet $10 Off at BRUNT with code NATE at https://www.bruntworkwear.com/NATE #Bruntpod#adWarby Parker: Warbyparker.com/NatelandOur listeners get 15% off plus free shipping when they buy two or more pairs of prescription glasses at Warbyparker.com/Nateland — using our link helps support the show. #WarbyParker #ad

Ep 55: #5 | Montana
This week, Brian and Dusty both share exciting news about new projects in the works, and Aaron and Dusty reverse roles in a debate about giving up your personal information for the sake of convenience. Then the guys delve into the state of Montana by learning about Custer's Last Stand, Charley Pride, and the world's largest snowflake. VIDEO SUBMISSION LINK: https://www.dropbox.com/scl/fo/ohcso8kvd3kvle3hnihce/AHqrpJHxzacBgSRyw5hXUiI?rlkey=2p7xr8dn836asnrqvyi12q5nc&st=5341ljwf&dl=0THE PUBLIC FIGURES (HOSTS)Aaron WeberTour / Website: https://aaronwebercomedy.comInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/realaaronweber/X: https://x.com/realaaronweberBrian BatesTour / Website: https://www.brianbatescomedy.comInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/brianbatescomicX: https://x.com/brianbatescomicDusty SlayTour / Website: https://dustyslay.comInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/dustyslay/X: https://x.com/dustyslaySPONSORS:Pestie: https://pestie.com/NATEKeep the bugs away with Pestie. Go to https://pestie.com/NATE for 10% off your order.Helix: helixsleep.com/nateGo to helixsleep.com/nate for their Sleep Week Sale/ Best of the web with 27% off sitewide. This is exclusive for listeners of the Public Figures Podcast. Square: square.com/go/nateGet up to $200 off Square hardware when you sign up at square.com/go/nate! #squarepod#ad
Ep 44: #4 | Farming
This week, Dusty shares a heated encounter with his Uber driver, Brian has trouble pronouncing the name Boyd, and Aaron and Dusty debate how long they'd last before becoming cannibals. Plus, the guys learn a little bit about farming. THE PUBLIC FIGURES (HOSTS)Aaron WeberTour / Website: https://aaronwebercomedy.comInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/realaaronweber/X: https://x.com/realaaronweberBrian BatesTour / Website: https://www.brianbatescomedy.comInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/brianbatescomicX: https://x.com/brianbatescomicDusty SlayTour / Website: https://dustyslay.comInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/dustyslay/X: https://x.com/dustyslaySPONSORS:Chime: Chime.com/NATEChime is not just smarter banking, it is the most rewarding bank. It just takes a few minutes to sign up. Head to Chime.com/NATE. Superpower: Superpower.comHead to Superpower.com and use code NATE at checkout for $20 off your membership. Live up to your 100-Year potential. #superpowerpod#adWarby Parker:Warbyparker.com/NatelandOur listeners get 15% off plus free shipping when they buy two or more pairs of prescription glasses at Warbyparker.com/Nateland — using our link helps support the show. #WarbyParker #adIQBAR: Text NATE to 64000 to get 20% off all IQBAR products, plus FREE shipping. Message and data rates may apply.

Ep 290290: Nateland | Ep #290 - Cruises [A Nateland Reunion]
It's the reunion some said would never happen but after almost a month, Nate, Brian, Aaron, and Dusty reunite on the Nateland At Sea cruise to record a new episode of the Nateland Podcast. The guys learn about the history of cruise ships while sharing their own experience on the Nateland At Sea cruise.
Ep 33: #3 | The Olympics
This week, Brian learns about Amanda Bynes, Dusty questions Helen Keller, and Aaron defends Southwest Airlines. Then the guys get Olympic fever by learning about the history of the event, obscure Olympic rules, Hillbilly Olympics and debate what everyday event they would be good at if they were creating their own Olympics.THE PUBLIC FIGURES (HOSTS)Aaron WeberTour / Website: https://aaronwebercomedy.comInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/realaaronweber/X: https://x.com/realaaronweberBrian BatesTour / Website: https://www.brianbatescomedy.comInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/brianbatescomicX: https://x.com/brianbatescomicDusty SlayTour / Website: https://dustyslay.comInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/dustyslay/X: https://x.com/dustyslaySPONSORS:Factor Meals: Factormeals.com/nate50offHead to Factormeals.com/nate50off and use code nate50off to get 50% off and free breakfast for a year. Eat like a pro this month. This episode is brought to you by BetterHelp. Betterhelp.com/NATE Sign up and get 10% off at Betterhelp/com/NATE. Rocket Money- Rocketmoney.com/nateLet Rocket Money help you reach your financial goals faster. Join at RocketMoney.com/NATE today!Ultra Pouches: takeultra.comDon’t sleep on @ultrapouches. New customers get 15% Off with code NATELAND at takeultra.com! #UltraPouches #ad
Ep 22: #2 | Love
It's Valentine's week, and the guys are in the mood for love. Or at least the mood to discuss love. Brian, Aaron, and Dusty discuss the different types of love as defined by Greek Philosophers and modern day psychologists, the five love languages, and share toys, cars, music, and TV shows they've loved over the decades. THE PUBLIC FIGURES (HOSTS)Aaron WeberTour / Website: https://aaronwebercomedy.comInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/realaaronweber/X: https://x.com/realaaronweberBrian BatesTour / Website: https://www.brianbatescomedy.comInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/brianbatescomicX: https://x.com/brianbatescomicDusty SlayTour / Website: https://dustyslay.comInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/dustyslay/X: https://x.com/dustyslaySPONSORS:BRUNT: https://www.bruntworkwear.com/NATEGet $10 Off at BRUNT with code NATE at https://www.bruntworkwear.com/NATE #Bruntpod#adIQBAR: Text NATE to 64000 to get 20% off all IQBAR products, plus FREE shipping. Message and data rates may apply.
Ep 11: #1 | Public Figures
In the debut episode of the Public Figures Podcast, Brian shares the story of having to move in with the Bargatze's after losing power and the guys preview the upcoming Nateland At Sea cruise. Then Brian, Aaron, and Dusty discuss what it means to be a public figure, people who didn't ask to become public figures, and people who became public figures after their death. They wrap it up by putting together their Mt. Rushmore of public figures.VIDEO SUBMISSION UPLOAD LINK: https://www.dropbox.com/scl/fo/ohcso8kvd3kvle3hnihce/AHqrpJHxzacBgSRyw5hXUiI?rlkey=2p7xr8dn836asnrqvyi12q5nc&st=g5ziycsl&dl=0THE PUBLIC FIGURES (HOSTS)Aaron WeberTour / Website: https://aaronwebercomedy.comInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/realaaronweber/X: https://x.com/realaaronweberBrian BatesTour / Website: https://www.brianbatescomedy.comInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/brianbatescomicX: https://x.com/brianbatescomicDusty SlayTour / Website: https://dustyslay.comInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/dustyslay/X: https://x.com/dustyslaySPONSORS:Helix: Helixsleep.com/NATEGo to helixsleep.com/nate for their Presidents DaySale and get 27% Off Sitewide. This is exclusive for our listeners of the Nateland Podcast.Square: square.com/go/nateGet up to $200 off Square hardware when you sign up at square.com/go/nate! #squarepod#adQuince: Quince.com/NATERefresh your wardrobe with Quince. Go to Quince.com/NATE for free shipping on your order and 365-day returns. Now available in Canada, too.

Nateland | Ep #289 - The In Between Episode (Revisiting Fairy Tales, Cartoons & School)
Unfortunately, the ice storm in Nashville prevented the guys from debuting The Public Figures Podcast until next week so this week we thought we'd take a look at some classic Nateland episodes featuring Brian, Aaron, and Dusty. The guys relive their school days, take a trip down memory lane remembering their favorite cartoons, and look at the difference between fairy tales, folk tales, and fables.Superpower: Superpower.comHead to Superpower.com and use code NATE at checkout for $20 off your membership. Live up to your 100-Year potential. #superpowerpod#adChime: Chime.com/NATEChime is not just smarter banking, it is the most rewarding bank. It just takes a few minutes to sign up. Head to Chime.com/NATE. Warby Parker: WarbyParker.com/NATEOur listeners get 15% off plus free shipping when they buy two or more pairs of prescription glasses at WarbyParker.com/NATE — using our link helps support the show. #WarbyParker #ad

Ep 288288: Nateland | Ep #288 The Nateland Finale
In the final episode of the Nateland Podcast in front of a live audience at Zanies Comedy Club, Nate, Brian, Aaron, and Dusty are joined by special guests, take questions from audience members, watch some special moments in Nateland history, and reveal the name of Brian, Aaron, and Dusty's new podcast.IQBAR: Text NATE to 64000 to get 20% off all IQBAR products, plus FREE shipping. Message and data rates may apply.Rocket Money- Rocketmoney.com/nateLet Rocket Money help you reach your financial goals faster. Join at RocketMoney.com/NATE today!Laundry Sauce: https://laundrysauce.com/NATEMake laundry day the best day of the week! Get 20% off your entire order @LaundrySauce with code NATE at https://laundrysauce.com/NATE #laundrysaucepod #ad

Ep 287287: Nateland | Ep #287 The Penultimate Episode
Dusty is out of town so the original three, Nate, Brian, and Aaron sit in for the penultimate episode of the Nateland Podcast. Nate and Brian learn what penultimate means, Aaron learns that not everyone uses their phone flashlight as much as he does, and the guys all share stories about going to the movies. Square: square.com/go/nateGet up to $200 off Square hardware when you sign up at square.com/go/nate! #squarepod#adFactor: Factormeals.com/nate50offHead to Factormeals.com/nate50off and use code nate50off to get 50% off your first Factor box PLUS free breakfast for 1 year. This episode is brought to you by BetterHelp. Betterhelp.com/NATE You can’t step into a lighter version of yourself without leaving behind what’s been weighing you down. Therapy can help you clear space. Our listeners get 10% off at Betterhelp/com/NATE.

Ep 286286: Nateland | Ep #286 - For Your Amusement
This week, Greg Warren sits in with the guys to discuss the difference between amusement parks and theme parks, the history of roller coasters, and Nate's vision for a theme park in Nashville. Brunt: https:www.bruntworkwear.com/NATEGet $10 Off at BRUNT with code NATE at https:www.bruntworkwear.com/NATE #Bruntpod#ad IQBAR: Text NATE to 64000 to get 20% off all IQBAR products, plus FREE shipping. Message and data rates may apply.MUD/WTR: mudwtr.com/NATELANDStart your new morning ritual & get up to 43% off your @MUDWTR with code NATELAND at mudwtr.com/NATELAND! #mudwtrpod #adHelix: Helixsleep.com/nateGo to helixsleep.com/nate for the New Year Sale Extended: Best of the web and get 27% off sitewide. This is exclusive for listeners of the Nateland podcast.