About this episode

Brandon Collins and LaMont Russell discuss the career and legacy of comedian Bernie Mac.

Check out our upcoming tour dates in February at https://www.drunkblackhistory.com/upcoming-shows ! We'll be hosting shows in Philly, LA, Boston, Austin, Brooklyn, and more! Don't forget to follow us on Instagram at officialdrunkblackhistory ! Host Brandon (@frodo_blackins) is joined by Hippin Hops Brewpub and Oyster Bar owner, LaMont Russell to discuss the career and legacy of comedian/actor Bernie Mac. They talk about LaMont's experience as a business owner, LaMont growing up in Chicago, and why Bernie Mac is considered one of the best comedians to ever do it. DBH Links: - https://www.instagram.com/officialdrunkblackhistory - https://www.drunkblackhistory.com/ - https://www.youtube.com/@drunkblackhistory - https://www.teepublic.com/t-shirt/16706941-dbh-logo Guest: LaMont Russell Hosts: Brandon Collins The King of Comedy Cocktail Recipe Ingredients 2 oz rye whiskey (or bonded bourbon if you want it rounder) ½ oz Averna or other amaro (for depth and hard-earned wisdom) ¼ oz honey syrup (1:1 honey + warm water) 2 dashes Angostura bitters 1 dash orange bitters Orange peel (expressed) Instructions 1. Add whiskey, amaro, honey syrup, and bitters to a mixing glass with ice. 2. Stir…

People in this episode

Host: Brandon Collins

Guest: LaMont Russell

Topics covered

• Bernie Mac
• comedy
• business ownership
• Chicago
• legacy

Keywords

• Bernie Mac
• LaMont Russell
• comedy
• Chicago
• business owner

Sponsors

NuNorm, HereSay.Live

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: Hippin Hops Brewpub and Oyster Bar, Casa de Collins LLC

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