How 85 South Built a Comedy Empire with No Script & No Filter ft. Karlous Miller & Chico Bean

Get ready for a wild ride as Earn Your Leisure links up with the comedy legends behind the 85 South Show — DC Young Fly, Karlous Miller, and Chico Bean. In this episode, we dive into how they built a cultural movement rooted in authenticity, improvisation, and ownership. From creating Channel 85 to selling out arenas with no scripts, they broke down the business of comedy and how they turned laughs into legacy.We also talked about the deeper stuff — brotherhood, purpose, and pressure. Chico Bean opened up about modern relationships, marriage, and being misunderstood. Karlous shared what he learned from lawsuits, contracts, and industry politics, while DC gave insight into fatherhood and staying grounded in the spotlight. The crew also shared behind-the-scenes moments from the road, including wild tour stories, travel headaches, and the brilliance of their paid content strategy.This episode is a masterclass in how to build something real without selling out. Whether you’re into business, comedy, content creation, or just need a good laugh and a reality check — this one’s for you. Invest Fest Ticket Link: https://investfest.com#85SouthShow #EarnYourLeisure #Channel85 #DCYoungFly #KarlousMiller #ChicoBean #InvestFest #ComedyBusiness #EYL #BlackEntrepreneurs #PodcastGems #LiveShow #BlackMedia #MarriageTalk #RelationshipDebates #IndependentCreators #ContentStrategyOur Sponsors:* Check out PNC Bank: https://www.pnc.com* Check out Square: https://square.com/go/eylAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacySee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.