#72 - Vontae Bailey talks Open Mics, Social Media Growth & Starting Over

Matt is joined one-on-one by comedian Vontae Bailey for a candid conversation that bounces between comedy, life, and the kind of stories you can't make up. Topics include Matt's ex-girlfriend being committed to a psychiatric hospital, the effort to launch a new open mic for comedians in Metro Detroit, whether paying for social media followers is ever worth it, dating someone who's completely unhinged, and the reality of having to start over after life knocks you down.Vontae shares the tough-love lessons that helped him rebuild after moving home from Las Vegas, while Matt and Vontae trade perspectives on personal growth, stand-up comedy, and learning from the chaos life throws at you. As always, the conversation takes plenty of unexpected detours, mixing serious moments with the kind of humor that's become a staple of Good Times, Noodle Salad.New episodes of Good Times, Noodle Salad drop every Monday, Wednesday, and Friday with comedians, musicians, creators, and interesting people from all walks of life.Support the show