The Commercial Break — TCB Infomercial: Dulce Sloan

Episode Date: July 23, 2024
Hosts: Brian Green, Kristen Joy Hoadley
Guest: Dulcé Sloan
Podcast Description: A self-described “Cheesecake Factory of comedy podcasts,” TCB brings wild, unfiltered humor, pop culture takes, and off-the-cuff interviews with comedians and eccentric personalities.

Episode Overview

This lively, energetic episode welcomes standup comedian, actress, author, and Daily Show correspondent Dulcé Sloan. The conversation dives into Dulcé’s origin story in comedy, the unique cultural fabric of Atlanta, her experiences as a Black woman in standup, industry gripes (especially about social media pressure), dating/dating apps, and the hustle of modern comedy. The trio weaves jokes, stories, and real talk about the business and personal realities behind show business and dating—always with tongue firmly in cheek.

Major Discussion Points

1. Opening Banter & Dulcé’s Atlanta Roots

00:00–05:50

Dulcé jokes about PBR beer (“60% trailer juice, 40% unfiltered water”) to set the episode’s irreverent tone.
Brian and Kristen introduce Dulcé’s impressive background: Daily Show regular, Variety Top 10 Comics, "The Great North" voice actor, author, and touring comedian.
Reflections on Atlanta as a city with a distinct, diverse vibe and African American leadership.
- "The culture in Atlanta is just... It’s a different vibe than some other place, some other big cities across the country." — Brian Green (02:02)

2. Dulcé’s Journey: Language, Odd Jobs & Comedy Discovery

06:06–14:30

Dulcé details growing up between Miami and Atlanta, learning Spanish young, and using it both personally and professionally.
- "I used to help my neighbors register their kids for school," she says, and later worked in bilingual customer service and sold stucco.
Her path from theater kid with a degree to reluctant standup comic.
- Comic Big Kenny Johnson recognized her comedic chops and persistently recruited her to take his stand-up class, until he finally offered it for free.
- "Stand up scared me because I came up doing theater... Stand-up is: you’re by yourself, it’s all you and it’s all your words. I was like, nah, I’m straight." — Dulcé Sloan (11:55)
Her mother’s prophetic dream of “the whole world laughing at you” reinforced the decision to try comedy.

Notable Quote

"You’re supposed to be doing this. I’m not going to charge you for the class." — Big Kenny, relayed by Dulcé (13:40)

3. Gender & Race in the Comedy Club Pipeline

14:30–27:49

Candid talk about the barriers faced as a Black woman in comedy.
- Specific, open discrimination in “urban rooms” about female comedians: “We already got two females on the show.”
- White rooms less explicit, but same exclusion. "White women think that’s why [they don’t get up], no one’s telling them. Black women know that’s why if you’re doing black rooms." — Dulcé Sloan (15:13)
Mentorship by Big Kenny protected her somewhat but didn’t fast-track stage opportunities.
Dulcé criticizes how mediocrity (especially white male mediocrity) perpetuates the myth that “women aren’t funny,” creating obstacles for talented women and excuses for the unfunny—of all genders.

Notable Exchange

"Are you a killer?" (in response to a mediocre male comic doubting women's skill) — Dulcé Sloan (19:07)

4. Industry Challenges: The Tyranny of Social Media & Modern Comic Hustle

27:49–34:15

Pressure to constantly create and promote content online:
- "The Internet is an infinitely hungry toddler that must be fed at all times." — Dulcé Sloan (29:40)
Club owners expect comics to promote and fill rooms, even in faraway cities.
- Insights from Meta: static posters are now useless in building up shows, it has to be video content.
- "You're literally asking me for something that no longer works..." (32:43)
Comedians must now also be promoters, content creators, web designers, party planners, etc., leading to comparisons with Atlanta’s rampant “side hustle” culture.

Memorable Team Rant

"Everyone you meet in Atlanta: ‘I’m a producer.’... I do music. I was like, what do you do to it?" — Dulcé Sloan (34:38)

5. Dating Woes: From CD Salesmen to Jazz-Going Aunties

34:15–46:47

Hilarious, real-life Atlanta observations about hustlers and the outdated practice of hustling CDs in parking lots.
- “You need to go back in time to make this viable... You might as well be selling VHS tapes.” — Dulcé Sloan (36:32)
Women having to “Frankenstein” together one whole man out of three with the right attributes.
Aging, dating, and the “grown and sexy” phase: “Am I supposed to be going to a concert at 4pm? Am I a rich auntie now?”
Experiences with dating apps:
- Systemic racism visible on Match.com (“when are you gonna meet a Pacific Islander in Snellville, sir?”).
- Ditching all the apps and leaving it to God: "I’m have to let God do this. I’m about to be 41. I don’t know what I’m doing. Somebody gonna have to take the wheel, and it’s gonna have to be Jesus..." (46:01)

Notable Quote

"Don’t come up to me if you cannot pay half my mortgage. Don’t even... That’s why I said no more Broke dick. My ministry, I’m truly serious about it." — Dulcé Sloan (46:27)

6. Current Projects, Book & Tour

47:43–56:22

Finished filming a new comedy set around saving a golf course in Austin (“wrapped not even a week ago”).
Her book: Stories of Dating, Destiny, and Day Jobs—not a memoir, per se, but a collection of essays: “I wanted to call it: Don’t Call it a Memoir, I’m Only 39.”
Voiceover on Fox’s “The Great North,” helping design her own character, Honeybee.
Giggle Gloss lip gloss company.
Atlanta tour date: September 13th with other comics (Lace Larrabee, Clayton English, David Perdue, Baron Vaughn).

Memorable Anecdote

Why every Papa Doe’s (seafood restaurant) is next to a motel: “Whoever owns Papa Doe’s is smart because he knows that you don’t spent these coins…” (51:17)
"How you losing out on this [money]? I would make Hilton brand condoms." (51:49)

Notable Quotes & Moments with Timestamps

PBR joke: “Trailers single wide. Every PBR is 60% trailer juice, 40% unfiltered water... What is that? Is that teen pregnancy? What am I tasting? White poverty?” — Dulcé Sloan [00:00]
On Atlanta's culture: “It’s a different vibe than some other place, some other big cities across the country.” — Brian Green [02:02]
On entering stand-up: “You’re by yourself and it’s all your words. I was like, nah, I’m straight.” — Dulcé Sloan [11:55]
On the comedy gender gap: “White women think that’s why [they aren’t booked], no one’s telling them. Black women know that’s why if you’re doing black rooms.” — Dulcé Sloan [15:13]
Social media reality: “The Internet is an infinitely hungry toddler that must be fed at all times.” — Dulcé Sloan [29:40]
Dating apps as a Black woman: “You see guys click on every single racial background except black. And I was like, sir, you live in Snellville. When are you gonna meet a Pacific Islander?” — Dulcé Sloan [43:19]
Finances & relationships: “Most people get divorced because of finances. Not because they fell out of love, not because somebody cheated…” — Dulcé Sloan [46:49]

Highlights & Lighter Touches

CD Hustlers: The Atlanta/LA parking lot CD peddlers are roasted: “I hope you’re out here robbing people. That’s gonna be a more viable plan.” — Dulcé Sloan [37:24]
Comedy hustle and modern gigs: “Now I gotta be a DJ, designer... I just sound like every Negro in Atlanta with a fucking business card.” — Dulcé Sloan [34:17]
Jazz as the sign of aunthood: “Am I supposed to be at a white party with a bunch of aunties in Atlanta? Am I supposed to be going to a concert at 4pm?” — Dulcé Sloan [40:34]

Final Thoughts & Takeaways

On Industry Inequities: Dulcé shares an unfiltered, sharply observed account of being a Black woman in a field slow to change, all while poking fun at the mediocrity and gatekeeping still present on club stages and beyond.
On Hustling in Comedy: The ever-evolving requirements for comedians—to be funny, write, produce, act, and relentlessly feed social media—get compared to the endless, slightly ridiculous hustle culture of Atlanta.
On Surviving & Thriving: Despite all the hustle, Dulcé’s message is about surviving, loving yourself, and knowing your worth: “Don’t come up to me if you cannot pay half my mortgage.”
Personal Humor: Even as she takes apart serious issues, Dulcé keeps humor and optimism at the front—never missing an opportunity for a wild metaphor, roast, or punchline.

Timestamps for Key Segments

[00:00] — Dulcé’s PBR Joke & Early Banter
[06:06] — Dulcé’s Language Skills, Odd Jobs, & Comedy Start
[14:30] — Comedy Pipeline, Gender/Race Gatekeeping
[27:49] — Social Media Hurdles for Modern Comics
[34:15] — CD Sellers, Dating, Becoming a “Rich Auntie”
[43:31] — Quitting Dating Apps, Financial Standards in Dating
[47:43] — New Movie Project, Book, Tour Dates, “The Great North”
[51:06] — Papa Doe’s/Motel Observation
[56:22] — Closing Plugs and Goodbyes

Where to Find Out More

Dulcé on tour & latest updates: dulcesloan.com
Book: “Hello, Friends! Stories of Dating, Destiny and Day Jobs”
On TV: The Daily Show, The Great North (Fox)
Lip Gloss Line: Giggle Gloss
IG & TikTok: @thecommercialbreak, @TCBpodcast

Tone: Chaotic, self-deprecating, honest, with sharp social and cultural critique—always returning to big laughs and playful digs.

In Closing:
For anyone seeking a hilarious but deeply honest view behind the comedy curtain—as a Black woman, a modern artist, and a proud Atlanta original—this episode delivers stand-up quality storytelling, tough truths, and plenty of laughter.

The Commercial Break — TCB Infomercial: Dulce Sloan

Episode Date: July 23, 2024
Hosts: Brian Green, Kristen Joy Hoadley
Guest: Dulcé Sloan
Podcast Description: A self-described “Cheesecake Factory of comedy podcasts,” TCB brings wild, unfiltered humor, pop culture takes, and off-the-cuff interviews with comedians and eccentric personalities.

Episode Overview

Major Discussion Points

1. Opening Banter & Dulcé’s Atlanta Roots

00:00–05:50

Dulcé jokes about PBR beer (“60% trailer juice, 40% unfiltered water”) to set the episode’s irreverent tone.
Brian and Kristen introduce Dulcé’s impressive background: Daily Show regular, Variety Top 10 Comics, "The Great North" voice actor, author, and touring comedian.
Reflections on Atlanta as a city with a distinct, diverse vibe and African American leadership.
- "The culture in Atlanta is just... It’s a different vibe than some other place, some other big cities across the country." — Brian Green (02:02)

2. Dulcé’s Journey: Language, Odd Jobs & Comedy Discovery

06:06–14:30

Dulcé details growing up between Miami and Atlanta, learning Spanish young, and using it both personally and professionally.
- "I used to help my neighbors register their kids for school," she says, and later worked in bilingual customer service and sold stucco.
Her path from theater kid with a degree to reluctant standup comic.
- Comic Big Kenny Johnson recognized her comedic chops and persistently recruited her to take his stand-up class, until he finally offered it for free.
- "Stand up scared me because I came up doing theater... Stand-up is: you’re by yourself, it’s all you and it’s all your words. I was like, nah, I’m straight." — Dulcé Sloan (11:55)
Her mother’s prophetic dream of “the whole world laughing at you” reinforced the decision to try comedy.

Notable Quote

"You’re supposed to be doing this. I’m not going to charge you for the class." — Big Kenny, relayed by Dulcé (13:40)

3. Gender & Race in the Comedy Club Pipeline

14:30–27:49

Candid talk about the barriers faced as a Black woman in comedy.
- Specific, open discrimination in “urban rooms” about female comedians: “We already got two females on the show.”
- White rooms less explicit, but same exclusion. "White women think that’s why [they don’t get up], no one’s telling them. Black women know that’s why if you’re doing black rooms." — Dulcé Sloan (15:13)
Mentorship by Big Kenny protected her somewhat but didn’t fast-track stage opportunities.
Dulcé criticizes how mediocrity (especially white male mediocrity) perpetuates the myth that “women aren’t funny,” creating obstacles for talented women and excuses for the unfunny—of all genders.

Notable Exchange

"Are you a killer?" (in response to a mediocre male comic doubting women's skill) — Dulcé Sloan (19:07)

4. Industry Challenges: The Tyranny of Social Media & Modern Comic Hustle

27:49–34:15

Pressure to constantly create and promote content online:
- "The Internet is an infinitely hungry toddler that must be fed at all times." — Dulcé Sloan (29:40)
Club owners expect comics to promote and fill rooms, even in faraway cities.
- Insights from Meta: static posters are now useless in building up shows, it has to be video content.
- "You're literally asking me for something that no longer works..." (32:43)
Comedians must now also be promoters, content creators, web designers, party planners, etc., leading to comparisons with Atlanta’s rampant “side hustle” culture.

Memorable Team Rant

"Everyone you meet in Atlanta: ‘I’m a producer.’... I do music. I was like, what do you do to it?" — Dulcé Sloan (34:38)

5. Dating Woes: From CD Salesmen to Jazz-Going Aunties

34:15–46:47

Hilarious, real-life Atlanta observations about hustlers and the outdated practice of hustling CDs in parking lots.
- “You need to go back in time to make this viable... You might as well be selling VHS tapes.” — Dulcé Sloan (36:32)
Women having to “Frankenstein” together one whole man out of three with the right attributes.
Aging, dating, and the “grown and sexy” phase: “Am I supposed to be going to a concert at 4pm? Am I a rich auntie now?”
Experiences with dating apps:
- Systemic racism visible on Match.com (“when are you gonna meet a Pacific Islander in Snellville, sir?”).
- Ditching all the apps and leaving it to God: "I’m have to let God do this. I’m about to be 41. I don’t know what I’m doing. Somebody gonna have to take the wheel, and it’s gonna have to be Jesus..." (46:01)

Notable Quote

"Don’t come up to me if you cannot pay half my mortgage. Don’t even... That’s why I said no more Broke dick. My ministry, I’m truly serious about it." — Dulcé Sloan (46:27)

6. Current Projects, Book & Tour

47:43–56:22

Finished filming a new comedy set around saving a golf course in Austin (“wrapped not even a week ago”).
Her book: Stories of Dating, Destiny, and Day Jobs—not a memoir, per se, but a collection of essays: “I wanted to call it: Don’t Call it a Memoir, I’m Only 39.”
Voiceover on Fox’s “The Great North,” helping design her own character, Honeybee.
Giggle Gloss lip gloss company.
Atlanta tour date: September 13th with other comics (Lace Larrabee, Clayton English, David Perdue, Baron Vaughn).

Memorable Anecdote

Why every Papa Doe’s (seafood restaurant) is next to a motel: “Whoever owns Papa Doe’s is smart because he knows that you don’t spent these coins…” (51:17)
"How you losing out on this [money]? I would make Hilton brand condoms." (51:49)

Notable Quotes & Moments with Timestamps

PBR joke: “Trailers single wide. Every PBR is 60% trailer juice, 40% unfiltered water... What is that? Is that teen pregnancy? What am I tasting? White poverty?” — Dulcé Sloan [00:00]
On Atlanta's culture: “It’s a different vibe than some other place, some other big cities across the country.” — Brian Green [02:02]
On entering stand-up: “You’re by yourself and it’s all your words. I was like, nah, I’m straight.” — Dulcé Sloan [11:55]
On the comedy gender gap: “White women think that’s why [they aren’t booked], no one’s telling them. Black women know that’s why if you’re doing black rooms.” — Dulcé Sloan [15:13]
Social media reality: “The Internet is an infinitely hungry toddler that must be fed at all times.” — Dulcé Sloan [29:40]
Dating apps as a Black woman: “You see guys click on every single racial background except black. And I was like, sir, you live in Snellville. When are you gonna meet a Pacific Islander?” — Dulcé Sloan [43:19]
Finances & relationships: “Most people get divorced because of finances. Not because they fell out of love, not because somebody cheated…” — Dulcé Sloan [46:49]

Highlights & Lighter Touches

CD Hustlers: The Atlanta/LA parking lot CD peddlers are roasted: “I hope you’re out here robbing people. That’s gonna be a more viable plan.” — Dulcé Sloan [37:24]
Comedy hustle and modern gigs: “Now I gotta be a DJ, designer... I just sound like every Negro in Atlanta with a fucking business card.” — Dulcé Sloan [34:17]
Jazz as the sign of aunthood: “Am I supposed to be at a white party with a bunch of aunties in Atlanta? Am I supposed to be going to a concert at 4pm?” — Dulcé Sloan [40:34]

Final Thoughts & Takeaways

On Industry Inequities: Dulcé shares an unfiltered, sharply observed account of being a Black woman in a field slow to change, all while poking fun at the mediocrity and gatekeeping still present on club stages and beyond.
On Hustling in Comedy: The ever-evolving requirements for comedians—to be funny, write, produce, act, and relentlessly feed social media—get compared to the endless, slightly ridiculous hustle culture of Atlanta.
On Surviving & Thriving: Despite all the hustle, Dulcé’s message is about surviving, loving yourself, and knowing your worth: “Don’t come up to me if you cannot pay half my mortgage.”
Personal Humor: Even as she takes apart serious issues, Dulcé keeps humor and optimism at the front—never missing an opportunity for a wild metaphor, roast, or punchline.

Timestamps for Key Segments

[00:00] — Dulcé’s PBR Joke & Early Banter
[06:06] — Dulcé’s Language Skills, Odd Jobs, & Comedy Start
[14:30] — Comedy Pipeline, Gender/Race Gatekeeping
[27:49] — Social Media Hurdles for Modern Comics
[34:15] — CD Sellers, Dating, Becoming a “Rich Auntie”
[43:31] — Quitting Dating Apps, Financial Standards in Dating
[47:43] — New Movie Project, Book, Tour Dates, “The Great North”
[51:06] — Papa Doe’s/Motel Observation
[56:22] — Closing Plugs and Goodbyes

Where to Find Out More

Dulcé on tour & latest updates: dulcesloan.com
Book: “Hello, Friends! Stories of Dating, Destiny and Day Jobs”
On TV: The Daily Show, The Great North (Fox)
Lip Gloss Line: Giggle Gloss
IG & TikTok: @thecommercialbreak, @TCBpodcast

Tone: Chaotic, self-deprecating, honest, with sharp social and cultural critique—always returning to big laughs and playful digs.

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The Commercial Break — TCB Infomercial: Dulce Sloan

Episode Date: July 23, 2024 Hosts: Brian Green, Kristen Joy Hoadley Guest: Dulcé Sloan Podcast Description: A self-described “Cheesecake Factory of comedy podcasts,” TCB brings wild, unfiltered humor, pop culture takes, and off-the-cuff interviews with comedians and eccentric personalities.

Episode Overview

Major Discussion Points

1. Opening Banter & Dulcé’s Atlanta Roots

2. Dulcé’s Journey: Language, Odd Jobs & Comedy Discovery

Notable Quote

3. Gender & Race in the Comedy Club Pipeline

Notable Exchange

4. Industry Challenges: The Tyranny of Social Media & Modern Comic Hustle

Memorable Team Rant

5. Dating Woes: From CD Salesmen to Jazz-Going Aunties

Notable Quote

6. Current Projects, Book & Tour

Memorable Anecdote

Notable Quotes & Moments with Timestamps

Highlights & Lighter Touches

Final Thoughts & Takeaways

Timestamps for Key Segments

Where to Find Out More

Summary

The Commercial Break — TCB Infomercial: Dulce Sloan

Episode Date: July 23, 2024 Hosts: Brian Green, Kristen Joy Hoadley Guest: Dulcé Sloan Podcast Description: A self-described “Cheesecake Factory of comedy podcasts,” TCB brings wild, unfiltered humor, pop culture takes, and off-the-cuff interviews with comedians and eccentric personalities.

Episode Overview

Major Discussion Points

1. Opening Banter & Dulcé’s Atlanta Roots

2. Dulcé’s Journey: Language, Odd Jobs & Comedy Discovery

Notable Quote

3. Gender & Race in the Comedy Club Pipeline

Notable Exchange

4. Industry Challenges: The Tyranny of Social Media & Modern Comic Hustle

Memorable Team Rant

5. Dating Woes: From CD Salesmen to Jazz-Going Aunties

Notable Quote

6. Current Projects, Book & Tour

Memorable Anecdote

Notable Quotes & Moments with Timestamps

Highlights & Lighter Touches

Final Thoughts & Takeaways

Timestamps for Key Segments

Where to Find Out More

Episode Date: July 23, 2024
Hosts: Brian Green, Kristen Joy Hoadley
Guest: Dulcé Sloan
Podcast Description: A self-described “Cheesecake Factory of comedy podcasts,” TCB brings wild, unfiltered humor, pop culture takes, and off-the-cuff interviews with comedians and eccentric personalities.

Episode Date: July 23, 2024
Hosts: Brian Green, Kristen Joy Hoadley
Guest: Dulcé Sloan
Podcast Description: A self-described “Cheesecake Factory of comedy podcasts,” TCB brings wild, unfiltered humor, pop culture takes, and off-the-cuff interviews with comedians and eccentric personalities.