Facing Our Deepest Darkest Fears | Dropouts Podcast

Zach Justice sits down with YouTuber Max Fosh to explain his Sidemen Charity Match stunt, what happened behind the scenes on Netflix’s 'Inside USA,' and how making ridiculous YouTube videos became an actual business. I mostly wanted to know if his family would let me into their castle. They get into the exploding yellow card at Wembley, his KSI statue, how much of his income comes from brand deals, and why the secret to going viral starts before you even film. Max also shares how he found his birthday twin and why success on YouTube can feel like a treadmill that never stops.

Zach Justice sits down with Nate Jackson to talk about the Matt Rife advice that changed his approach to TikTok, the truth about crowd work, and the years of preparation behind his success in stand-up comedy. The comedian behind Netflix’s ‘Super Funny’ breaks down how to become funnier, why confidence comes from putting in the reps, and what happens when the people offering to help become the people slowing you down. Nate also shares stories from 'Wild ’N Out,' working with Larry David on 'Curb Your Enthusiasm,' and building opportunities for other comedians through 'Super Funny Comedy Jam.'

Joe Gatto, from ‘The Impractical Jokers,' joins Zach Justice for a funny, vulnerable conversation about fatherhood, grief, marriage, heartbreak, and learning to be present for the people you love. He opens up about losing his dad to pancreatic cancer and their unforgettable final trip to Las Vegas. Joe and Zach also get honest about hurting someone you love, rebuilding trust, taking accountability. Zach opens up about his own heartbreak, while Joe reflects on therapy, mindfulness, and finding fulfillment in family alongside his career. Plus, Joe takes us behind the scenes of 'Impractical Jokers,' from failed pilots and the iconic Dave Jacobs moment to his dream of directing movies and the phone call with Sal Vulcano that helped him keep going.

Kountry Wayne sits down with Zach Justice to reveal how he went from small-town Georgia to earning eight figures, generating nearly two billion monthly Facebook views, and building his own digital entertainment empire. Wayne opens up about raising 10 kids, voluntarily paying $200,000 a month in child support, falling to his last $13,000, and the phone call from Kevin Hart that stopped him from quitting stand-up. They also discuss his relentless discipline, faith, vegan lifestyle, Amazon Prime comedy special 'Nostalgia,' and his plan to become the next A24.

Zach Justice sits down with comedian Fiona Cauley to talk about living with Friedreich’s ataxia, accidentally becoming a stand-up comedian, blowing up after ‘Kill Tony,’ touring with Nikki Glaser and making her ‘Tonight Show’ debut on Jimmy Fallon’s show. Fiona also shares how comedy changed her life, society's perception of those with disabilities, and what it’s like being married to another comedian. Learn more about Friedreich’s ataxia and support research: https://www.curefa.org/ Go to the app store or www.Kalshi.com and sign up. 18+ only. Restrictions and eligibility requirements apply. Event contract trading involves significant risk and is not appropriate for everyone. Please carefully consider if it is appropriate for you in light of your personal financial circumstances. Kalshi products are not available in all jurisdictions. See kalshi.com/regulatory for more information. Sign up today to get $25 in bonuses when you trade $25: DROPOUTS - http://kalshi.com/r/DROPOUTS See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.