Episode Details
Back to Episodes
Perseverance: Hollywood rejected his ideas. Now an award-winning Executive Producer.
Description
Two-time Emmy and Three-time NAACP Image Award-winning, television Executive Producer Rushion McDonald interviewed Chris Spencer.
Comedian, actor, and producer shares insights into his career, his journey in comedy, and his contributions to television and film.
🔑 Key Themes & Highlights
-
Chris Spencer’s Comedy Journey
- Started as a class clown before transitioning into stand-up comedy in college.
- Early performances at comedy clubs and fraternity events helped him refine his craft.
- Worked alongside major comedians like Steve Harvey, Damon Wayans, and Jamie Foxx.
-
Transition to Writing & Producing
- Spencer discusses his evolution from stand-up comedy to writing and producing.
- He co-created and produced Real Husbands of Hollywood, an improvisational comedy series.
- Talks about the challenges and successes of bringing the show to television.
-
Black Comedy in America Documentary
- Spencer is involved in a ten-part docuseries exploring historical moments in Black comedy.
- The series covers topics from the "Chitlin Circuit" to modern-day stand-up and sitcoms.
- Features interviews with legendary comedians, including Kevin Hart, Dave Chappelle, and the Kings of Comedy.
-
The Kings of Comedy Reunion
- Spencer helped reunite Steve Harvey, Cedric the Entertainer, and D.L. Hughley for the documentary.
- The episode highlights their impact on comedy and their transition from clubs to stadium tours.
-
Jamie Foxx’s Special
- Spencer discusses Jamie Foxx’s return to comedy following his health recovery.
- The special, filmed in Atlanta, blends humor, storytelling, and personal reflection.
📘 About Chris Spencer
Chris Spencer is a comedian, actor, writer, and producer known for his work in stand-up, television, and film. He has contributed to numerous projects, including Real Husbands of Hollywood and the upcoming Black Comedy in America documentary.
Â
#STRAW
#BEST
#SHMS
  Â
Support the show: https://www.steveharveyfm.com/
See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.