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David C. Smalley hosts Serious Circus—a sharp-edged comedy podcast exploring personal stories, current events, religion, politics, and the darker side of comedy—featuring bold conversations, serious laughs, and a Dogma Debate...
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David C. Smalley hosts Serious Circus—a sharp-edged comedy podcast exploring personal stories, current events, religion, politics, and the darker side of comedy—featuring bold conversations, serious laughs, and a Dogma Debate segment, where opposing voices still throw down.
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20 MAY 2026 · What happens when David C. Smalley brings his wife Angelica Smalley onto Serious Circus for her first-ever podcast appearance?
After watching coverage of the viral “Make America Hot Again” conservative dating movement, David and Angelica unpack the bigger conversation around modern dating, masculinity, toxic masculinity, gender roles, liberal vs conservative relationships, marriage expectations, emotional safety, provider culture, and what actually makes someone attractive in a relationship.
Do conservative dating values create stronger relationships?
Are liberal relationships too undefined?
What does healthy masculinity actually look like in modern marriage?
This episode gets into all of it.
Follow Angelica:
@angelicasmalley
Follow David:
@davidcsmalley
https://davidcsmalley.com
Stay tuned for more conversations on culture, politics, relationships, religion, and comedy.
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14 MAY 2026 · In this episode of Serious Circus, host David C. Smalley sits down with legendary comedy manager and industry insider Barry Katz for a deep dive into what it actually takes to succeed in stand-up comedy.
Hear behind the scenes stories about Chris Rock, Katt Williams, Dave Chappelle, Jerry Seinfeld, Dane Cook, and more, along with raw insights on:
- Why most comedians fail to break through
- The myth of “followers = success”
- Why elite comedians obsess over being undeniably the best in the room
- The difference between talent, work ethic, and true greatness
- How comedy careers are actually built (and destroyed)
From backstage with Jay Z and Beyoncé to lessons learned from decades in Hollywood, this episode breaks down the real rules of entertainment success—no filter, no fluff.
Barry Katz is available at:
Instagram: https://instagram.com/barrykatz
Website: https://barrykatz.com
David C. Smalley:
Instagram: https://instagram.com/davidcsmalley
Website: https://davidcsmalley.com
🎙️ Podcast: Serious Circus
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13 MAY 2026 · Four comedians. No filters.
David C. Smalley, J. Mandyam, Jeff Horste, and Jason Collings dive into the real debates happening inside stand-up comedy right now:
– Is crowd work authentic… or strategically prepped?
– Are comics writing full hour specials anymore?
– Is everyone just chasing viral 60-second clips?
– What happens when a comic breaks down after being heckled?
– And what were the worst day jobs before making it in comedy?
This is the real behind-the-scenes conversation comedians have after the show. No crowd. No filter. Just comics talking shop.
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Serious Circus Podcast
Follow the comics:
David C. Smalley
https://www.instagram.com/davidcsmalley/
J. Mandyam
https://www.instagram.com/godhatesj/
Jeff Horste
https://www.instagram.com/jeffhorste
Jason Collings
https://www.instagram.com/jasoncollings/
If you love stand-up comedy, behind-the-scenes debates, and comedians roasting each other — stay tuned
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13 MAY 2026 · What happens when a comedian gets served a $27 million lawsuit… on stage at The Comedy Store?
In this episode, David C. Smalley sits down with Learn More, Shang Forbes, and Vipul Munshi for a wild conversation covering everything from real-life comedy drama to industry shifts happening right now. They break down the viral moment Learn More got served legal papers mid-set, what led up to it, and what could happen next. The group also dives into a heated back-and-forth between Shang and Smalley over a viral wedding clip that sparked debate online.
The conversation expands into how platforms like Kill Tony are changing the path to becoming a headliner, skipping the traditional grind—and whether that’s a good thing.
Plus:
– Handling hecklers in real time
– Comedy industry politics
– Marriage, relationships, and parenthood
– Roasting, jokes, and unfiltered moments throughout
This episode is packed with comedy insight, real tension, and nonstop banter.
Serious Circus Podcast
Follow the comics:
David C. Smalley
instagram.com/davidcsmalley
Learnmore
instagram.com/learnmore_jonasi/
Shang Forbes
instagram.com/comedianshang/
Vipul Munshi
instagram.com/comedianvipulm/
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29 APR 2026 · In this episode of Serious Circus, David C. Smalley and Jeff Horst revisit a classic Dogma Debate episode featuring Greg Locke—and it escalates quickly.
We pull some of the most intense, controversial, and unbelievable soundbites from the original episode and react in real time. What starts as a throwback turns into a full-on breakdown, with sharp commentary, unexpected turns, and plenty of roasting along the way.
From bold claims to chaotic moments, nothing is off limits. If you’re into debates, commentary, or watching wild moments get dissected with humor and honesty, this episode is for you.
Follow the Comics
Jeff Horste
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jeffhorste
TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@jeffhorste
David C. Smalley
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/davidcsmalley
TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@davidcsmalley
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5 JAN 2026 · This episode is a replay from the Dogma Debate archive. Originally released as Episode 472, this conversation features a debate with a Christian missionary living in Africa. It’s one of the more discussed episodes from earlier seasons, revisiting core questions about belief, evangelism, and worldview.
While new episodes are on the way, we’re highlighting past conversations that listeners continue to revisit and engage with.
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18 SEP 2025 · "Can you get a DUI on a bike? Yes, I've done it!" Jeremiah Watkins & Daniel De Leon join David in studio for some Serious Circus.
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3 SEP 2025 · "Women shouldn't vote." Yep. He really says that. Brandan Jordan, Michael Regilio, and Malik B join David in studio for some serious circus.
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9 AUG 2025 · Michael Regilio makes a big announcement. Michael and Travis discuss the week of Trump
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6 AUG 2025 · Jennie Gage was once a devout Mormon, a Christian nationalist, a white supremacist, and a proud Trump supporter. In this gripping episode of Dogma Debate, she shares her raw, courageous journey out of an ideology built on fear and control. Her story is one of reckoning, transformation, and the power of asking hard questions. Don’t miss it.
David C. Smalley hosts Serious Circus—a sharp-edged comedy podcast exploring personal stories, current events, religion, politics, and the darker side of comedy—featuring bold conversations, serious laughs, and a Dogma Debate...
show more
David C. Smalley hosts Serious Circus—a sharp-edged comedy podcast exploring personal stories, current events, religion, politics, and the darker side of comedy—featuring bold conversations, serious laughs, and a Dogma Debate segment, where opposing voices still throw down.
show less
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| Author | Serious Circus, Inc |
| Organization | David C. Smalley |
| Categories | Religion & Spirituality , Society & Culture , Politics |
| Website | patreon.com |
| davidcsmalley@icloud.com |
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