The Last Laugh

Hey! I'd love to hear your thoughts, send me a voice note.Demetrius Hullum and Jason Cordova welcome Dorchester and Mattapan comedy royalty Jonathan Gates to The Last Laugh on Urban Heat 98.1 FM! From thirty years running the historic Black Comedy Explosion to road battle masterclasses and wild viral videos, the crew covers Boston comedy history, green room politics, and undeniable stagecraft.In this episode:Halloween at Laugh Boston: Announcing Demetrius Hullum & Friends: The Last Laugh live on October 31st at Laugh Boston (9:00 PM) presented by Urban Heat 98.1 FM.Comedy Etiquette & Headliner Politics: Why feature acts have to bury unready headliners, navigating club respect, green room blunders, and leaving no meat on the bone.Remembering Michael Wright: Honoring the legacy and impact of the legendary actor (The Five Heartbeats).Viral Video of the Week: A gas station drink swap prank involving hot sauce and loose dentures goes completely off the rails.This or That (Boston Edition) with Jonathan Gates: Rapid-fire takes on Roxbury vs. Mattapan, Slade's Bar & Grill, late-night Dorchester eats, and the legendary comeback when Kevin Garnett whispers in your ear during the playoffs.History of The Black Comedy Explosion: Jonathan Gates breaks down starting at the Rose Club, taking over the Comedy Connection at Faneuil Hall, bringing legends like Bernie Mac and Chris Rock through Boston, and why the city demands the highest comedy standard.Masterclasses & Road Stories: Tearing down the stage in Rochester, NY, after-party smoke clouds, and an unforgettable accidental edible experience.Sponsors:Aspire Drinks: Clean, natural green tea caffeine with zero sugar and zero crash. Use promo code LAUGH for 20% off at aspiredrinks.com.Zivo Life: Nutrient-dense microalgae superfood for gut health, clean plant protein, and steady daily energy. Use promo code LAUGH for 30% off at zivolife.com.Connect & Listen:Live Show Tickets (Oct 31 at Laugh Boston): demetriushullum.comCo-Host Website: jasoncordovacomedy.comStation Website: heat981fm.comLive Broadcast: Tune in every Sunday at 10:00 PM on Urban Heat 98.1 FM or stream on-demand on the iHeartRadio app, Apple Podcasts, and Spotify.Follow the Crew:Host: Demetrius Hullum @demetriushullumCo-Host: Jason Cordova @jasoncordova_Special Guest: Jonathan Gates

Hey! I'd love to hear your thoughts, send me a voice note.Episode Title: Ep. 8: Nate Jackson's Super Funny Comedy Festival, Wild Confessions & The $1,800 Casamigos ScamDemetrius Hullum and Jason Cordova are back for another hilarious Sunday session on The Last Laugh! From West Coast comedy festival triumphs to scandalous hometown secrets, this episode covers the grind, the laughs, and the pure audacity.In this episode:Nate Jackson’s Super Funny Comedy Festival: Demetrius breaks down his trip to Tacoma, Washington—battling food poisoning, meeting killer comics, getting pulled aside to audition for Nate Jackson’s Super Funny Comedy Jam, and hilarious West Coast interactions.Local Cookouts & Bomb Squad Vibes: Recapping the annual cookout, questionable grill masters, and the truth about secret barbecue sauces.Listener Confessions:Trey from Roxbury pawns his girl’s 2-carat diamond for moissanite… right before her official appraisal.Keisha from Mattapan gets exposed for buying catered holiday mac and cheese on Blue Hill Ave and claiming it as her own for seven years.Brianna from Dorchester plays the diabolical 366-day long game after catching her fiancé with the maid of honor.This or That with Kahleel White: Comedian Kahleel White calls in from Atlanta to debate the ultimate comedy nightmare: getting cleanly roasted by a heckler who takes your guest spot, or getting heckled front-row by your own mama.The Last Laugh Finale: A luxury-lifestyle influencer pulls up with four extra friends and runs up an $1,800 Casamigos and sushi bill on Dave’s 30th birthday—until Dave pulls off the cleanest exit in Boston history.Connect & Listen:Official Website: demetriushullum.comStation Website: heat981fm.comLive Broadcast: Tune in every Sunday at 10:00 PM on Urban Heat 98.1 FM or stream live on the iHeartRadio appFollow Guest Kahleel White: @kahlealcomedyHost: Demetrius Hullum @demetriushullumCo-Host: Jason Cordova @jasoncordovacomedy

Hey! I'd love to hear your thoughts, send me a voice note.Episode Summary In this episode of The Last Laugh on Urban Heat 98.1 FM, host Demetrius Hullum and co-host Jason Cordova welcome comedian Duchess SS (aka Southside Duchess from Rhode Island) to the studio.The crew dives into the highs and lows of the comedy scene—from ego-tripping hosts getting kicked out of comedy clubs, to the unwritten rules of giving homage versus joke stealing. They also touch on festival lineups, play a high-stakes game of "This or That" (Boss's Red Sox Box Seats vs. a Dominican Baby Shower), read listener confessions, and wrap it all up with an airport parking revenge story in the signature "Last Laugh" segment.Episode Highlights & Timestamps**** – Welcome Duchess SS: Representing Rhode Island and navigating the comedy scene.**** – CT Funny Bone recap: Egregious bombs, big egos, and paying for tickets the next night.**** – Nate Jackson's Super Funny Comedy Festival & grinding on the road.**** – Throwback lessons, high school reputations, and childhood nicknames.**** – Listener Call-In: Respecting old-school legends vs. finding your own original comedy voice.**** – When OGs become OPs (joke stealing in the comedy circuit).**** – This or That: Boss's Box Seats at Fenway vs. a Dominican Baby Shower.**** – Childhood discipline: Growing up with handwritten notes on envelopes.**** – Confessions Segment: Deadbeat mom dreams, dollar-store bonnet swaps, and Dollar Cash App revenge.**** – The Last Laugh: "The Valet Revenge" at the airport parking lot.Connect & FollowDuchess SS: @Southside_Duchess on Instagram | Jenea Gonzals on FacebookJason Cordova: @JasonCordovaComedy on all platformsDemetrius Hullum: Host of The Last LaughStation: Listen live on Heat981FM.com or download the iHeartRadio app (Urban Heat 98.1 FM Boston)

Hey! I'd love to hear your thoughts, send me a voice note.Welcome to Episode 3 of The Last Laugh with Demetrius Hullum on Urban Heat 98.1 FM! This week, Demetrius is joined by his long-time brother in comedy and co-host, Jason Cordova.In This Episode:You're Not Yard: Big D and Jason break down people putting on fake Jamaican accents and pretending to be from the islands.Caribbean Food Debates: The hunt for real oxtail, jerk chicken spots, and the rules of ordering authentic food.Stand-Up & The Grind: Stories from the road, veteran comic perspectives, and surviving the Boston comedy scene.Listener Confessions & Call-Ins: Unpacking the latest wild listener voicemails and street drama.The Last Laugh Toast: Demetrius closes out the night with another signature last laugh.Connect With the HostsDemetrius Hullum: @DemetriusHullum | demetriushullum.comJason Cordova: @JasonCordovaComedyUrban Heat 98.1 FM: heat981fm.com

Hey! I'd love to hear your thoughts, send me a voice note.Welcome to Episode 2 of The Last Laugh with Demetrius Hullum on Urban Heat 98.1 FM! This week, Demetrius is joined in the studio by Boston comedy heavyweight Jason Cordova and rising star Alexis Cristaldi.In This Episode:Green Room Etiquette & Comic Hygiene: Why newer comics need to respect the craft—and the shower.Viral Video Breakdown: The infamous spinning video from overseas.Voicemail Confessions:Sleeping with the brother for revenge.Payback for moms in Roxbury.The real reason the Wendy’s drive-thru on American Legion is backed up.Joke of the Week Champion: Alexis Cristaldi takes the crown with her set on non-profit slogans and boundary-riding comedy.The Last Laugh Segment: Demetrius pays homage to comedy icon Rudy Ray Moore (Dolemite) with an original street-poetry toast: "The Elephant and the Lion."Connect With the Guests & HostDemetrius Hullum: @DemetriusHullum | demetriushullum.comJason Cordova: @JasonCordovaComedyAlexis Cristaldi: That Funny Bish on TikTok & IG (@thatfunnybishhh)Urban Heat 98.1 FM: heat981fm.com