Topics : Drusk , Druski Coulda Been House , 85 South show , Funny Marco , Desi Banks In this explosive episode of It's Up There Podcast, I sit down with comedian Nav Green, one of the brightest stars in comedy today. Known for his work on the 85 South Show, Nav shares his journey through the unpredictable world of comedy, from auditioning for Coming to America 2 to performing in front of 13,000 people at the Greensboro Coliseum. We also dive deep into how sports betting is changing audience engagement and explore the cultural implications of being a Black man in comedy. This conversation uncovers the real pressures comedians face, including how casting decisions are influenced by much more than talent. What You’ll Learn: Audition Secrets: Get behind-the-scenes insights into the chaotic world of casting, including Nav's experience with the Coming to America 2 auditions. Power of Community: Discover how collaborations like the 85 South Show are transforming the comedy world and opening doors for new talent. Cultural Reflection: We dive into critical conversations about how Black comedians are portrayed in media and the weight of gender and identity expectations. Sports Betting's New Role: Understand how the rise of sports betting is reshaping the entertainment landscape and changing how audiences interact with live shows. Don't miss this eye-opening conversation where we uncover the untold realities of the comedy industry, and hear from Nav on how he’s navigating through it all. Tune in now and leave your thoughts in the comments!   #NavGreen #85SouthShow #ComedyIndustry #ComingtoAmerica2 #SportsBetting #BlackComedians #AuditionStories #ItsUpTherePodcast #LivePerformance #ComedyCulture Join Our Its Up There Podcast Clip Channel now https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCEh6Wk40kcNcMJ4t_jtmluw Discord https://discord.gg/GJKXMWQS For all exclusive interviews & more content not here click here https://www.patreon.com/itsuptherepodcast 🚨Unreleased Interviews https://www.patreon.com/itsuptherepodcast 🦺All Merch Options teespring.com/its-up-there-podcast-merch 🎧LISTEN ON SPOTIFY: https://open.spotify.com/show/4Jheeb8FxYVDRo8khyrz36?si=e339dD2JRte2MYX2Uon3BQ 👀 SUBSCRIBE HERE:https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCl_GorAVekpEVDlk1Yc8giw 👂 LISTEN ON APPLE PODCASTS: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/its-up-there-podcast/id1317524092?uo=4 👣 FOLLOW ITS UP THERE PODCAST HOST : INSTAGRAM | fogfo_looney TIKTOK | https://www.tiktok.com/@fogfo_looney PATREON| https://www.patreon.com/itsuptherepodcast SUBSCRIBE TO Youtube Channel ➡️ https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCl_GorAVekpEVDlk1Yc8giw WATCH MORE ➡️ https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JwNIuOcAtoo&list=PLnwwxLxHiDWayq4HPgNYUtsAGvqe3liOO   0:00 - Introduction and discussion about wearing dresses in comedy3:53 - Welcome to the podcast and introduction of guest Nav Green4:17 - Conversation about content creation and taking breaks7:58 - Nav Green discusses audition for Coming to America 213:34 - Conversation about the audition process and casting decisions17:55 - Discussion about Nav Green's comedy career and touring22:20 - Conversation about comedy specials and their relevance today24:41 - Discussion about sports betting and its impact on viewership31:29 - Conversation about social media content creation and monetization40:06 - Discussion about dating as a comedian43:47 - Conversation about relationships and social media's impact51:41 - Discussion about the challenges of relationships in the modern era56:15 - Reflection on the impact of social media on personal lives59:30 - Final thoughts on authenticity in comedy and personal branding1:02:00 - Conversations about future projects and goals1:05:30 - Discussion about the importance of community in comedy1:10:00 - Wrap-up of key insights from the episode1:15:00 - Closing remarks and thank you to the audience1:50:00 - End of the episode See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.