In this episode of ‘Cook’N Up 215’, comedian Mally Cobain opens up about his path to comedy, his viral success, and the struggles he faced along the way. Cobain discovered his love for comedy while incarcerated in 2014. After his release in 2015, he quickly pursued stand-up, determined to turn his passion into a career.
Although the transition from stand-up to online comedy was challenging, Cobain’s viral series, ‘The Coang Report’, helped him gain recognition. His sharp humor and the catchphrase “Run me my [expletive]” resonated with fans, but behind the success, he battled depression and the pressure to always be funny. Cobain discussed how rejection shaped his journey and stressed the importance of patience. After quitting his job to focus on comedy, he worked at Motel 6, using the job to keep creating content.
He also touched on Philadelphia’s comedy culture, particularly the era of “comedy slogans” that helped local comedians build their brands. He also discussed overcoming drug addiction, crediting his girlfriend for helping him break free from ecstasy dependency, which had led to anxiety and paranoia.
In addition to comedy, Cobain has acted in films like Y’all Drawn and Stickup Kid. Joined briefly by his manager, King Sturdy, Cobain reflected on his future plans and his commitment to supporting others in the comedy world. His story is one of resilience and growth, with plenty more to come.
