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S2 Ep 16How to Become A Comic, Step 16: Feature Work, New Jokes, Cooking on the Road

Dusty Slay and Hannah Hogan launch a new 10 part series on how to become a comic. This is week 16 and we've run out of advice.

Oct 2, 201956 min

S2 Ep 15How 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 min

S2 Ep 14How 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, 20191h 9m

S2 Ep 13How 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, 20191h 0m

S2 Ep 12How 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 4, 20191h 2m

S2 Ep 11How To Become a Comic, Step 11: Staying Positive in Comedy, Hannah's Contest, Colorado with Dusty's Nephew

This episode is about how to stay positive in Comedy. Hannah puts together "The Best Comic in the Heartland" with Bill from the Grove in Lowell, AR Dusty goes to Colorado with his nephew Anthony.

Aug 29, 201954 min

S2 Ep 10How 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, 20191h 1m

S2 Ep 9How To Become A Comic, Step 9: Quitting Your Day Job and Going Full Time Comedy

Dusty Slay and Hannah Hogan launch a new 10 part series on how to comic a comedian. Week 9: Quitting your day job and going full time comedy. Plus, Dusty talks show at The Blue Room Comedy Club and Hannah and Dusty have another car fight.

Aug 14, 20191h 2m

S2 Ep 8How to Become A Comic, Step 8: Learning how to Host and Feature at Comedy Clubs

Dusty Slay and Hannah Hogan launch a new 10 part series about how to become a comic. Week 8: Working professionally. Learning how to host and feature at comedy clubs. Plus, Dusty talks show in Des Moines, Grand Ole Opry and Zanies.

Aug 7, 20191h 7m

S2 Ep 7How 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, 20191h 51m

S2 Ep 6How 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, 20191h 3m

S2 Ep 5How 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, 20191h 27m

S2 Ep 4How 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 adventures in Alabama for the 4th of July. Dusty Slay @dustyslay dustyslaycomedy.com

Jul 9, 20191h 5m

S2 Ep 3How 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 2, 20191h 6m

S2 Ep 2How 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 Crist, Jon Reep

Jun 27, 201956 min

S2 Ep 1How 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, 20191h 14m

S1 Ep 56Crazy 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, 201952 min

S1 Ep 55Possums, Bad Roommates, The band Alabama, Taking a Comedy Class

Dusty talks about his 8 day trip in LA and how he is about to pen for the band Alabama. Hannah talks about Go Bananas and The Grove. Together they discuss possums, bad roommates, and should you take a comedy class.

May 29, 20191h 2m

S1 Ep 43Dusty has an Estranged Wife, Randy Newman, and Advice to Comics JUST DO IT

Dusty talks about his estranged wife Hannah, shares his up coming shows in Los Angeles and advises artists to just do it.

May 15, 20191h 0m

S1 Ep 53Dusty films for Comedy Central and travels to Montana

Dusty does a solo episode talking about going to Moontower Comedy Festival in Austin Texas, Comedy Central in LA and shows in beautiful Montana!

May 8, 201956 min

S1 Ep 52Hannah's country music playlist

A hot solo episode of Hannah's favroites country music songs

May 3, 201923 min

S1 Ep 51Dusty is on a private plane, Special Guest Jessica Watkins

Dusty takes a private plane, Hannah comes back from Canada, and Jessica Watkins walks across America and shares her story.

Apr 24, 20191h 50m

S1 Ep 50Comedy Festival, Opry and Dusty meets Jeff Foxworthy

Dusty gets applause breaks at the Grand Ole Opry, Hannah goes American on a canadian driver!

Apr 17, 20191h 2m

S1 Ep 42Dusty Goes to Grand Ole Opry again and Hannah wants to quit comedy

Hannah and Dusty meet up once again to talk about their weekends in comedy. Unfortunately, things don't always go the way you want them to on the road, and it can lead to exisistential crisis'. Luckily, one of the two have a perennially positve outlook on life, and the couple continue to have a good time. Plus! Advice to Comics. SAVE YOUR MONEY!

Apr 10, 20191h 11m

Ep 41Mud Water Hotels and Be Confident by Being Confident

Hannah and Dusty sit down to talk about their weekends in North Carolina and New York State. They riff on advice to comics: how to be confident if you're not actually confident. Plus, country music Hannah doesn't care for, but obviously, Dusty loves. Dusty and Hannah will be performing Wednesday, April 10th at Dusty Slay's Grand Ole Comedy Show as a part of the Nashville Comedy Festival. Grab your tickets now. Share. Like. Listen. Repeat!

Apr 3, 20191h 1m

S1 Ep 40Hannah talks Washington State tour, Dusty is still a good ol' country BOY

Hannah resturns from a three week hiatus from the podcast to talk her 10 day tour in Washington state, Dusty talks his shows in the mid west. The two talk bad rap and country music.

Mar 28, 20191h 8m

S1 Ep 46Dusty meets Charlie Daniels and Robert Kelly

Dusty is back! Dusty goes to the Grand Ole Opry and meets Charlie Daniels! Dusty works with Robert Kelly. More advice to comics on becoming a better comedian!

Mar 20, 20191h 15m

S1 Ep 45Dusty goes back on the tour bus, Hannah goes back on social media!

Dusty goes back on the Tour Bus with Bert Kreischer, Hannah goes back on Social Media, Hannah and Dusty share personal stories about Brody Stevens and play music from Ernest Tubb. Dusty will be in Phoenix Feb 28th- March 3rd

Feb 28, 201953 min

S1 Ep 44Car Fights, Hannah gets stranded, Dusty goes to college

Dusty does a NACA audition for colleges. Hannah gets stuck at the North Pole. Advice on what to do with an old joke. Hannah and Dusty have a fight in the car. Hannah heads back to Crackers and Dusty goes back on the Tour Bus with Bert Kreischer.

Feb 20, 201959 min

S1 Ep 43Dusty talks with Comedy Club Booker Lucy about How to Get Booked

Dusty sits down with Comedy CLub Booker Lucy from Zanies Nashville about how to get booked with a comedy club, Dusty talks about doing the Grand Ole Opry Hannah talks about Miami, OK. They both talk about upcoming shows at Zanies Nashville

Feb 14, 20191h 24m

S1 Ep 42Dusty performs at the Grand Ole Opry, Advice to Comics on Crowd Work

Dusty Slay does the Grand Ole Opry, Hannah Hogan goes to Miami...Oklahoma! In this episode Dusty and Hannah talk about Hannah working with Arseno Hall in Raliegh, NC and about Dusty's trip to Erie, PA to perform at Jr's Last Laugh! Also they give advice and share thoughts on comics doing crowd work and how they think its the most effective.

Feb 6, 201958 min

S1 Ep 41Resort Dusty, Hannah's New Sexuality

Dusty and Hannah go to the University of Kentucky and the Kiawah Island Gold Resort, they read a story by Derek Humphrey, offer advice to comics. You can see them Feb 1-2 at Raliegh, NC and Erie, PA.

Jan 30, 201958 min

S1 Ep 37Dusty Shares a Sauna with Bert Kreischer and Advice To Comics: BE FUNNY

Dusty talks about his an international tour with Bert "The Machine" Kreischer, Hannah has a great weekend of show with Kyle Kinane in Nashville, and both comics reminisce on their mutal love of Tim Hortons. Plus Adivce to Comics, be funny before you try to be edgy! Makes sure to like, share, give us a review and live your life to the fullest!

Jan 23, 20191h 4m

S1 Ep 39Advice To Comics, Face Changers, Dusty goes to Canada

Dusty and Hannah share advice on how to build your first 5 minute set, getting passed the gatekeepers, Dusty going to Canada and Chinese Face Changers. Dusty will be in: Toronto Jan 16-17 Ottawa Jan 18 Indianapolis Jan 19 St Louis Jan 20 Hannah will be in: Zanies Nashville 17-19

Jan 15, 20191h 11m

S1 Ep 38Bert Kreischer shows, Advice to comics: how to deal with nerves.

In this episode Hannah and Dusty give advice on how to deal with nervousness about doing comedy. Dusty discusses how Nick Saban's coaching philosophy can be applied to comedy and how its important to always be your best. They talk about their most recents trips to NWA and Addison, Texas and their upcoming trips to Cary, NC and Zanies Nashville and on the road with Bert Kreischer!

Jan 10, 20191h 3m

S1 Ep 37New Years is meaningless, Xmas Story, Drunk Driving Story

Dusty hosts a solo podcast and talks about shows in Atlanta and Raliegh and Hannah's shows in Iowa and Arkansas! Dusty also shares a childhood christmas story and stories from comedian David Ross. Where We've Been:Dusty Slay: Atlanta; Raleigh, NCHannah Hogan: Jackson, TN; Iowa Where we're going:Dusty Slay: Addison Improv Comedy Club, Dallas, TXHannah Hogan: The Grove, Lowell, AR

Jan 3, 201959 min

S1 Ep 352018 in Review and Advice to Comics Learn to say NO or be strong and say yes to every Gig, a Debate

In the final episode of 2018, Dusty and Hannah talk about their sucessess and failures in comedy this year. Plus, a very special Advice To Comics, where they disagree on whether comedians should say no to terrible gigs. But before their marriage falls apart, the two talk about the good times, like the one they just had in Canada over Christmas. Thank-you for listening to the podcast. We've had so much fun this year doing it, and look forward to more good times with you next year. LIKE! SHARE! Review us on Itunes! You can find DUSTY SLAY on Instagram and Twitter........ @dustyslaywebsite for show dates and bookings .........dustyslay.com Catch Dusty Slay at the PUNCHLINE COMEDY CLUB in ATLANTA Dec 27-29 HAPPY NEW YEAR,Love Hannah and Dusty

Dec 27, 201859 min

Ep 34Special guest host Aaron Weber and Advice to Comics how to avoid Burning Bridges

Dusty Slay and Hannah Hogan are husband and wife and also both comedians. On the show they discuss life on the road, conspiracies, childhood stories and more! In this episode, special guest host Aaron Weber sits down with Dusty to swap comedy stories and clown around. Aaron is a talented comedian who currently tours America with comedian super star and We're Having A Good Time Podcast guest John Crist. Also this week, the guys give advice to comics about how to avoid burning bridges in your comedy community. Check Out Aaron Weber:@realaaronweberwww.aaronwebercomedy.com

Dec 19, 20181h 14m

S1 Ep 34Advice Recording a Comedy Album & Special Guest: John Crist

Dusty Slay and Hannah Hogan are husband and wife and also both comedians! They discuss life on the road, conspiracies and childhood stories. In this episode Dusty and Hannah talk about The Animated Movie "Ivan in the Incredible," Advice on how to record your own comedy album, Dead Crow Comedy Club in Wilmington, NC, Gary Gulman, Zanies Comedy Club and Dusty's interview with John Crist

Dec 12, 20181h 48m

S1 Ep 33Special Guests: Tyler Mahan Coe, Dusty's History of Cars

Hannah and Dusty talk about where they've been and where they are going. The talk a bit more about the moon landing conspiracy. Dusty talks about hotels and then talks for a really long time about all the different cars he's owned. Then the episode ends with an interview with Tyler Mahan Coe, host of "Cocaine and Rhinestones" Podcast. Dusty messed up the recording so its not as good as it should be. Dusty is sorry. Intro :46Conspiracy: 2:56Where we’re going, where we’ve been: 6:24On The Road: 15:19Story Time: 22:00New Comic Advice: 50:12Tyler Mahan Coe: 56:00

Dec 6, 20181h 58m

S1 Ep 32New Cars and Aliens on the Moon

While Dusty is out of town, Hannah guest hosts to share about their road breakdowns, thanksgiving, football and aliens on the moon.

Nov 29, 201843 min

S1 Ep 31Wildfire Song and Dusty Talks Southern Thanksgiving

Where we're going: Zanies Where we've been: Crackers Comedy Club, Indianapolis, IN (Hannah) Tempe Improv, Tempe, AR (Dusty) Dusty and Hannah look forward to going to Alabama for Thanksgiving, they dream about delicious cassoroles and pies.

Nov 21, 201859 min

S1 Ep 30Hannah Hits a Deer, Dusty and a TV Show!

Hannah hits a deer in her car. Dusty talks about a TV show on ABC. We read a story by musician Dale J. Gordon. Where we've been: The Jukebox Comedy Club, Peoria, IL (Dusty) Peguins Comedy Club, Cedar Rapids, IA (Hannah) Where we're going: Crackers Comedy Club, Indianapolis, IN (Hannah) Tempe Improv, Tempe, AR (Dusty)

Nov 15, 201851 min

S1 Ep 29Stories From Johnson City, Advice to Comics

Dusty talks about Johnson City and shares a Story from Mark Evans. More advice to new comics about putting in the work to be good at comedy! Intro :47 Where we’re going, where we’ve been: 2:36New Comic Advice: 8:45 Food On the Road: 24:34On The Road: 31:17Story Time: 41:08What I’ve been Watching: 52:58More Fun Stuff until the end.

Nov 8, 201859 min

S1 Ep 28Max Fine Road Horror Story, Hannah's Dad comes to town.

Intro :46 New Comic Advice: 2:13Story Time: 16:53Max Fine Story: 18:14Where we’re going, where we’ve been: 28:57 On The Road: 31:20Food On the Road: 41:57Hannah’s Blog: 47:13More Fun Stuff until the end.

Nov 3, 20181h 2m

S1 Ep 27Wisconsin, The Enchanted Barn, The Amish, and Running Your Own Open Mic

Intro :46Where we’re going, where we’ve been: 3:25 Food On the Road: 19:21On The Road: 27:50New Comic Advice: 32:07How to run your own open mic: 36:10More Fun Stuff until the end.

Oct 23, 201854 min

S1 Ep 26Comedian Brian Bates shares his worst bombing story.

Comedian Brian Bates shares his worst bombing story with Dusty Slay Intro :46Where we’re going, where we’ve been: 1:56New Comic Advice: 9:25On The Road: 18:51Food On the Road: 21:17What we’re watching: 25:31Brian Bates bombing story: 32:48End of Story: 57:40More Fun Stuff until the end.

Oct 17, 20181h 2m

S1 Ep 25Dusty and Hannah in LA and the Mothman!

Dusty and Hannah have been to Los Angeles and now they are back and ready to fill you in! Also they talk about the Mothman, The TV Show Addicted, Give advice to comics and tips on the road. In LA they encounter celebrity comedians like Whitney Cummings, Chris D'Elia, and Adam Devine. Where they've been: Atlanta, Los Angeles Where they're going: Charleston, SC; Springlake, MI; Muskegon, MI

Oct 9, 201851 min

S1 Ep 24Food Poisoning, Fan Mail, Producing a Comedy Show

Dusty Slay and Hannah Hogan are husband and wife and also both comedians! In this episode Dusty and Hannah talk about Food Poisoning and how to run your own comedy show. They ran into Kyle Kinane at the Charlotte Comedy Zone. They read fan mail! Mexican food and Pinkys Westside Grill. Where they've been: Lynchburg, VA; Charlotte, NC; Fort Mill, SC Where they're going: Hapeville, GA outside of Atlanta

Sep 24, 20181h 9m

S1 Ep 23Dusty's Drinking Stories, Best Road Food, Best Truck Stops

Dusty Slay and Hannah Hogan are husband and wife and also both comedians! They discuss life on the road, conspiracies and childhood stories. In this episode Dusty talks about best road food, best truck stops and about drinking and driving in Charleston SC. Where they've been: Huntsville, Alabama; Danville, Kentucky Where they're going: Charlotte, NC; Fort Mill, SC; Lynchburg, VA; Nashville, TN

Sep 20, 201852 min