{"version":1,"type":"rich","provider_name":"Libsyn","provider_url":"https:\/\/www.libsyn.com","height":90,"width":600,"title":"The Grind of Comedy with Dean Delray","description":"The Grind of Comedy with Dean Delray In this episode of \u201cDrinking During Business Hours,\u201d hosts Sarah J Halstead and Rich Chassler sit down with veteran comedian and podcaster Dean Delray for an honest, inspiring conversation about the comedy hustle. Fresh from a memorable road trip complete with incredible food stops (including the legendary Rose\u2019s Cantina in El Paso), the hosts dive deep into Dean\u2019s journey through the stand-up world. Dean shares the story behind his groundbreaking new comedy special \u201c5836,\u201d filmed in a Tennessee cave, and discusses why self-production has become essential in today\u2019s entertainment landscape. This episode is packed with hard-earned wisdom, hilarious stories, and a raw look at what it takes to survive FEATURED GUEST Dean Delray - Stand-Up Comedian, Podcaster, and Host of \u201cLet There Be Talk\u201d IG @deandelray \u200b\u200bhttps:\/\/www.instagram.com\/deandelray\/ X @deandelray https:\/\/x.com\/deandelray?lang=en&amp;nbsp; Website https:\/\/www.deandelray.com\/&amp;nbsp; Podcast Let There Be Talk  https:\/\/podcasts.apple.com\/us\/podcast\/dean-delrays-let-there-be-talk\/id546210508 Dean Delray is a veteran stand-up comedian known for his authentic, high-energy performances and his popular podcast Let There Be Talk, where he interviews fellow comedians, musicians, and artists. With decades of experience grinding it out on the road, Dean represents the true working comedian, someone who\u2019s built a career through relentless perseverance, authenticity, and an unwavering love for the craft. His latest special \u201c5836\u201d showcases his unique approach to comedy production and his commitment to doing things his own way.   CHAPTERS 00:00 - Welcome Back and Road Trip Tales 02:43 - Introducing Dean Delray 04:56 - Dean\u2019s New Special: 5836 10:15 - The Grind of Comedy and Perseverance 19:31 - Influences and Early Days in Comedy 29:16 - Navigating the Industry and Staying Authentic 39:02 - Closing Thoughts and Future Plans &amp;nbsp; FOLLOW US ON SOCIALS! Sarah IG @sarahhalstead https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/sarahhalstead\/?hl=en&amp;nbsp; FB @sarahjhalsteadcomic https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/sarahjhalsteadcomic\/ X @sarahjhalstead&amp;nbsp; https:\/\/twitter.com\/sarahjhalstead&amp;nbsp; Rich IG @richchassler https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/richchassler\/ FB @chasslerfans https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/Chasslerfans\/ X @richchassler https:\/\/x.com\/richchassler&amp;nbsp; &amp;nbsp; #StandUpComedy #Comedian&amp;nbsp;#ComedyPodcast ","author_name":"Drinking During Business Hours with Sarah Halstead and Rich Chassler | Where comedy &amp; fine wine meet!","author_url":"http:\/\/sarahjhalstead.com","html":"<iframe title=\"Libsyn Player\" style=\"border: none\" src=\"\/\/html5-player.libsyn.com\/embed\/episode\/id\/39809180\/height\/90\/theme\/custom\/thumbnail\/yes\/direction\/forward\/render-playlist\/no\/custom-color\/88AA3C\/\" height=\"90\" width=\"600\" scrolling=\"no\"  allowfullscreen webkitallowfullscreen mozallowfullscreen oallowfullscreen msallowfullscreen><\/iframe>","thumbnail_url":"https:\/\/assets.libsyn.com\/secure\/item\/39809180"}