In this fiery episode of Dante’s Inferno, comedian Dante’ Quitman sits down with two razor-sharp rising comics, Emily Nellestein and Leah Marie, fresh off their no-holds-barred clash at the Dante’s Inferno Comedy Roast Showcase. After going head-to-head in a brutal (and hilarious) roast battle, the gloves come off—well, mostly—as they break down the jokes, the strategy, and the aftermath of roasting each other in front of a live crowd.

The trio dives into the art of the roast: where the line is, why crossing it can be worth it, and how comics balance friendship with full-on comedic warfare. Emily and Leah share what it’s like to be on both sides of the mic—writing cutting jokes about someone you respect, then standing there while they fire right back. Plus, behind-the-scenes moments from the showcase, unexpected crowd reactions, and what surprised them most about each other during the battle.

It’s equal parts savage and supportive in this episode—because in the world of comedy, sometimes the best laughs come from the sharpest burns.

On this episode of Dante’s Inferno Podcast, comedian Dante Quitman sits down with fellow comedian and friend Dalvin Jordan for a laid-back, funny, and real conversation about life in stand-up comedy and everything that comes with it.

The two talk about how they first met, their experiences grinding on the comedy circuit, and the ups and downs of performing in different cities and venues. Dalvin shares stories from the stage, lessons learned from bombing and killing, and what keeps him motivated to keep chasing the next laugh.

Dante and Dalvin also get into the creative process behind writing jokes, how comedians develop their style over time, and why the road life builds both thick skin and great stories. Along the way, the episode turns into friends talking like friends do — plenty of jokes, real moments, and behind-the-scenes comedy talk you don’t always hear.

On this episode of Dante’s Inferno Podcast, comedian Dante Quitman sits down with comedian and journalist Kenny Murry for a hilarious and thoughtful conversation about the worlds of journalism and stand-up comedy.

Kenny talks about balancing life in the newsroom with life on stage, how reporting on real events influences his perspective as a comic, and the differences between writing stories for readers versus crafting jokes for a live audience. Dante and Kenny also dive into the art of dark comedy—why comedians are often drawn to uncomfortable topics, how humor can help process serious issues, and where the line is between pushing boundaries and crossing them.

The two also share stories from the stand-up circuit, discuss the grind of performing, and reflect on how comedy continues to evolve in today’s media landscape.

It’s an honest, funny, and wide-ranging episode about storytelling, truth, and finding humor in the darkest places.