In this episode, we sit down with Austin Muigai, comedian, content creator, actor, and influencer. Austin shares his story in the funniest way possible, from imitating teachers in school to convincing his family that comedy was the career he wanted to pursue.He opens up about the tough conversations with his parents, his journey from Muiga, Nyeri, to gracing some of the biggest stages in Nairobi, and even launching his own stand-up comedy special Slaps of Reality. With a degree from Kenyatta University, Austin proves that passion, persistence, and humor can build an unconventional but impactful career.This conversation is full of laughter, real talk, and inspiring lessons about chasing your dreams against the odds.00:00 - Intro01:54 - Stand Special: Slaps Of Reality02:43 - Introduction To Austin Mungai04:24 - What Made You Decide To Pursue Comedy?07:25 - The Tough Conversation With Family To Pursue Comedy As A Career10:34 - How Does Your Family Feel Now?12:15 - My Life Experiences Influence My Jokes16:39 - Do You Ever Feel Like Quitting?19:23 - Host Cracking Jokes (Didn’t Go Too Well)22:51 - Crowd Working Through Painting Images23:59 - Who’s Inspired You Along The Way?26:13 - Who Would You Swap Lives With For A Day?31:30 - If Comedy Didn’t Exist, What Would You Be Doing?33:06 - Petty Situations Turned Into Content34:05 - Biggest Fear Of His Career36:53 - How Do You Show Up On The Days You Aren’t Feeling Like You38:03 - How Do You Want To Be Remembered?39:26 - Kick It Section: Worst Gig Ever Done?45:52 - Outro