Karlous Miller
THE LIST/MUSIC
#41 ON THE LISTMUSIC

Karlous Miller

Comedian / Entrepreneur

EST. EQUITY
$5M+

Wild 'N Out veteran and stand-up powerhouse who built an independent comedy brand across podcasting, touring, and digital platforms.

BIOGRAPHY

Karlous Miller is one of the most authentic voices in Black comedy. Best known as a fixture on MTV's Wild 'N Out, Miller has translated his street-smart humor into a fully independent media brand. Co-hosting the 85 South Show — one of the most-watched Black comedy podcasts in America — he controls his audience relationship without a network middleman. His ability to monetize live touring, merchandise, digital content, and speaking engagements without a major label or studio deal is a masterclass in sovereign entertainment ownership.

INDEPENDENCE PLAYBOOK
1

Co-founded 85 South Show as an independent podcast with millions of loyal listeners

2

Generates primary income through touring rather than TV residuals

3

Built merchandise line and brand partnerships on his own terms

4

Leveraged Wild 'N Out exposure without becoming dependent on Viacom/MTV

5

Controls content ownership through independent digital publishing

MORE POWERHOUSES
VIEW ALL →