After nine seasons of the competitive comedy reality show “Last Comic Standing,” Atlanta comedian Clayton English emerged as the final season’s winner in 2015. He’s since appeared in comedy clubs and festivals nationwide, as well as TV shows like “Love” and “Brooklyn Nine-Nine.” English headlines this weekend’s Red Clay Comedy Festival in Atlanta, and he joined “City Lights” host Lois Reitzes via Zoom for a chat, along with the festival’s founder, and fellow comedian, Gilbert Lawand.
Interview highlights:
Clayton English’s origins, and learning to trust the power of laughter:
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