From Frontlines to Punchlines W/ Earthquake | The Underground Lounge S2 E.28

The Underground Lounge

In this unfiltered episode of the Underground Lounge, Lou Williams and Spank Horton are joined by one of the most respected names in comedy, Earthquake. From the moment he hits the couch, Quake dives into the journey that brought him from D.C. to the national stage, including how the military prepared him for stand-up, why he founded Uptown Comedy Corner, and what it really means to build your own lane in a game that doesn’t always open doors for you.

Earthquake reflects on the changing landscape of comedy, from social media sensations skipping the stage grind, to how the industry has moved away from loyalty, development deals, and originality. He shares his advice for up-and-comers, why hitting the stage still matters, and how being authentic is the only real blueprint to longevity. The conversation takes a deeper turn as Quake speaks on industry beefs, keeping it real offstage, and why he’s not here for the back-and-forth.

Lou and Spank also dig into Earthquake’s views on cancel culture, the pressure to constantly deliver as a comedian, and how he deals with people stealing his material. Along the way, they trade war stories about bombing on stage, growing as performers, and balancing family life with life on the road.

From gems on comedy game politics to side-splitting stories about self-checkout theft, embarrassing hookups, and playing second fiddle to borrowed jokes, this episode is filled with laughter, insight, and hard-earned wisdom. Whether you're a comedy fan, aspiring comic, or just someone who respects the hustle, this one’s packed with real talk from a real one.