Laughing Through the Hustle with Comedian Meryl Clemo

In this episode of Two Drunk Dudes in a Gun Room, host Donald Dunn sits down with stand-up comic and writer Meryl Clemo — founder of Pre-Cancelled Apparel and a veteran of California’s comedy circuit. They dive into the realities of life on stage, from crushing sets to awkward silences, and the behind-the-scenes hustle it takes to make people laugh. Meryl shares her journey from marketing at music venues to writing for top podcasts (including The Dumb Blonde Podcast), why she avoids roasting audiences, and how social media is shaping modern comedy careers. Plus, they swap stories about AI, writing gigs, military working dogs, and even the strange world of robotic deer.

🎙️ If you’ve ever wondered what it takes to survive — and thrive — in the unpredictable world of stand-up, this one’s for you.