In this episode of Gent’s Talk (S10, E143), host Samir Mourani sits down with comedian Hassan Phills to break down the reality of making it in the world of stand-up. From his early struggles to his breakout moments, Hassan shares the highs, the lows, and the hustle it takes to succeed in comedy.Hassan opens up about the misconceptions of being a comedian, the real sacrifices behind the laughs, and the defining moments that shaped his career. From financial insecurity, leaving government housing, growing up in a single parent household and taking care of his mother, Hassan shares it all. Whether you’re an aspiring comic or just love the behind-the-scenes of entertainment, this episode delivers raw insights and surprising truths.In this episode, we cover:- The biggest myths about being a comedian- How to stand out in the competitive comedy scene- The sacrifices no one talks about- Why some comedians fail while others thrive- The one lesson that changed everything for himHit play now to uncover the truth about comedy success!Subscribe for more in-depth interviews with industry leaders, creatives, and change-makers.Connect with us!Subscribe here ► https://www.youtube.com/@GentsTalkPodcastWebsite: https://gentspost.com/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/gentstalkpod/ | https://www.instagram.com/gentspost/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@gentstalkpodFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/gentspost/About Gent’s Talk:Gent’s Talk, powered by Gent’s Post, is an episodic video podcast featuring leading voices across various industries. Guests have included Justin Baldoni, Russell Peters, James Blunt, Robin Sharma, Director X, JP Saxe, Johnny Orlando, Dom Gabriel, Nick Bateman and more. Conversations explore career, mental health, relationships, self-improvement, and personal growth, offering raw, unfiltered insights into success, lessons learned, and challenges faced along the way. Gent’s Talk is the first-ever video podcast available for streaming on all Air Canada domestic and international flights.Credits:Host/Producer: Samir MouraniCreative Director & Executive Producer: Steven BrancoA STAMINA Group Production.#hassanphills #comedian #singleparentfamily #singleparentlife #singleparentlife #comedy #toronto #money #moneymindset #moneytips