"I Didn’t Know the Game” Funny Marco on Learning Business the Hard Way

Mon, 09 Feb 2026 10:57:55 +0000

On this episode of Funky Friday, Funny Marco sits down with Cam Newton for a real conversation about turning comedy into a business, learning the game the hard way, and knowing your worth. From navigating contracts and negotiation to staying humble as success grows, Marco breaks down the lessons most creators learn too late. This isn’t about viral moments — it’s about longevity, leverage, and building something that lasts.

00:00 — Funny Marco Pulls Up (Immediate Energy)
00:58 — Cam Newton Sets the Tone
02:38 — Funny Marco Addresses His “Beef” With Cam
06:42 — Finding Your Voice When Everyone Sounds the Same
16:27 — Turning Comedy Into a Business (The Learning Curve)
47:40 — Staying Humble After the Money Starts Coming
48:57 — Why Negotiation Changes Everything
51:00 — The Comedy Legends Who Paved the Way
54:12 — Social Media Changed Comedy Forever
58:28 — The Hardest Part of Being a Content Creator
01:31:44 — Fashion, Image, and Motivation
01:33:49 — Hair, Confidence, and Celebrity Crushes
01:36:47 — Dating While Famous Isn’t What You Think
01:44:30 — Legacy, Giving Back, and What’s Next
02:02:08 — Final Gems and Sign-Off

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🎞️ Host / Executive Producer:
Cam Newton

Producer:
Jauné Jackson
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Talent Producer
Alaitra Mcgrone
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Camera:
Jean-Pierre Chapoteau
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Vashon Revils
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Editors:
Richard Steward II
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Jean-Pierre Chapoteau
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Location Sound / Sound Mix and Master:
Troy Hermes
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Digital:
Brendan Cole
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Production:: 🎬: Iconic Saga
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