Former Gig: A public defender in Miami and Knoxville before developing the satirical act wellRED Comedy. Fodder for His Comedic Material: Growing up in a small town in rural Tennessee on the outskirts of Appalachia and his experiences living in Australia, Boston, Miami, and now New York. First Agent: His wife who got him started in comedy by signing him up for a competition. Advice for Pursuing Dreams: Believe the opportunity will come and start to act—if you believe it, you will be prepared for it.