About the Guest:

Josh Mancuso is a Tennessee-based actor, comedian, and social media sensation known for his hilarious college sports videos and Coach Lance character. With a background in marketing and video production, Josh has leveraged his comedic talents into a growing career in the entertainment industry. His viral videos have earned him millions of views and opportunities to collaborate with notable figures in sports and entertainment.

Episode Summary:

In this engaging episode of "Meet Me in Tennessee," hosts Lara Potter and Jenna Lafever sit down with Josh Mancuso, a local comedian and social media star known for his entertaining college sports videos. The conversation covers Josh's journey from a Mass Communications graduate at Emory & Henry College to a viral internet sensation, highlighting the impact of social media on his career trajectory.

The hosts discuss Josh's early days in Kingsport and Johnson City, his transition into entertainment, and his unique comedic style that resonates with millions of fans. Josh shares insights into his creative process, from writing scripts to filming and editing his famous videos. He also reveals behind-the-scenes stories of working with notable personalities like Tony Vitello and Cooper Manning. This episode delves into Josh's recent projects and his plans for the future, including his ambitions to expand into more diverse entertainment roles.

Key Takeaways:

• Josh Mancuso's Journey: From a Mass Communications major to a social media sensation and actor, Josh's career path is an inspiring example of leveraging talent and social media.
• Creative Process: Josh offers a glimpse into his creative world, discussing how he writes, films, and produces his popular videos.
• Collaborations with Sports Figures: Stories from working with notable personalities like Tony Vitello and Cooper Manning, showing how his comedy intersects with sports.
• Community and Family Life: The episode highlights Josh's love for Johnson City and Northeast Tennessee, discussing the local community and family activities.
• Future Ambitions: Insights into Josh's future projects, including the "Josh Mancuso Show" and potential ventures in mainstream entertainment.

Notable Quotes:

1. “I’ve always wanted to entertain people…but it seemed, like, so far-fetched of an idea or dream.” - Josh Mancuso
2. “The great thing about social media is that you can take people like me, who are artists, and they have a platform to do it.” - Josh Mancuso
3. “The video that really launched it was my Auburn mascot video…it went a million views within a few days.” - Josh Mancuso
4. "Johnson City is a great place, because there's a lot of cool things to do." - Josh Mancuso
5. “People just listening and they're like, what are they doing? You think, with their…” - Josh Mancuso

Resources:

• Josh Mancuso's Website
• Josh Mancuso on Instagram
• Josh Mancuso on Twitter

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