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.”

#SHMS #STRAW #BEST

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

Hi, this is Rushion McDonald. Welcome to the podcast world of Money Making Conversations Master Class. I interview profits and nonprofits to learn their "Secrets to Success."  I'm a former IBM Executive with a degree in Mathematics. I started my entrepreneurial career as a stand-up comic, then became a sitcom writer, award-winning baker, social media influencer, award-winning television Executive Producer, and brand architect for super-successful celebrities and products. Money Making Conversations Master Class interviews a diverse group of celebrities, entrepreneurs, and influencers in the financial and business community with their advice and tips so you can be successful, too. It's time to stop reading other people's success stories and start building your own. People always talk about their purpose or gifts. If you have a gift, Lead with your Gift, and don't let your friends, family, or co-workers stop you from planning or living your dream. Keep Winning!

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Hi, this is Rushion McDonald. Welcome to the podcast world of Money Making Conversations Master Class. I interview profits and nonprofits to learn their "Secrets to Success."  I'm a former IBM Executive with a degree in Mathematics. I started my entrepreneurial career as a stand-up comic, then became a sitcom writer, award-winning baker, social media influencer, award-winning television Executive Producer, and brand architect for super-successful celebrities and products. Money Making Conversations Master Class interviews a diverse group of celebrities, entrepreneurs, and influencers in the financial and business community with their advice and tips so you can be successful, too. It's time to stop reading other people's success stories and start building your own. People always talk about their purpose or gifts. If you have a gift, Lead with your Gift, and don't let your friends, family, or co-workers stop you from planning or living your dream. Keep Winning!
https://www.moneymakingconversations.com
https://www.youtube.com/MoneyMakingConversations
https://www.facebook.com/MoneyMakingConversations/
https://twitter.com/moneymakingconv
https://www.instagram.com/moneymakingconversations/

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