Two-time Emmy and Three-time NAACP Image Award-winning, television Executive Producer Rushion McDonald interviewed Earthquake.
Comedian, Actor, Entrepreneur and Radio Host
- Comedy Icon known for his Netflix special Chappelle’s Home Team Presents Earthquake: Legendary (produced by Dave Chappelle).
- Host of Quake’s House on Kevin Hart’s Laugh Out Loud Network via SiriusXM.
- Longtime contributor to the comedy scene since the 1990s, with roots in Atlanta.
🎤 Key Themes & Insights 🧠 Comedy with Purpose
- Earthquake emphasizes that his comedy is rooted in truth and humor—not shock value or controversy.
- He uses comedy to educate, especially on health issues like colonoscopies, encouraging Black men to prioritize their well-being.
💼 Business of Comedy
- Talks about the evolution from performing for meals to becoming a headliner.
- Shares insights on managing a team and making tough decisions to grow professionally.
- Advocates for professionalism over loyalty when scaling a business.
📺 Upcoming Projects
- New comedy special titled “Joke Telling Business” filmed in Atlanta.
- Developing a sitcom with Bill Burr, backed by Fox Network President Michael Thorn.
📻 Quake’s House Radio Show
- A platform for emerging comedians.
- Described as “The View with comedians,” focusing on hot topics and real-life scenarios.
❤️ Personal Life
- Credits his fiancée (soon-to-be wife) for grounding and motivating him.
- Says being “properly loved by a Black woman” has transformed his life and career.
💬 Memorable Quotes
- “I’m in the joke telling business. I’m not your pastor, not your critic. Judge me on the jokes.”
- “Being properly loved by a woman, especially a Black woman, is a beautiful thing.”
- “Laughter is the best healing ever.”
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