Meet Zlam Dunk: The IG Comedian That’s Blowing Up & Filming With Drake

Meet Zlam Dunk: The IG Comedian That’s Blowing Up & Filming With Drake

Author: Money Buys Happiness March 16, 2026 Duration: 1:18:42

"What the f* am I doing?"That was the moment Zlam Dunk realized he made half his annual engineering salary in just two months of content creation. In this episode, we sit down with the man behind the characters to discuss the "snowball effect" that took him from a small-town kid in Brantford to acting alongside Drake on a major TV set.Zlam shares the raw, unfiltered story of losing everything when his first TikTok account was permanently banned at 650,000 followers and why he believes that "failure" was the best thing to ever happen to him.We dive into:The Engineering Exit: Why he walked away just months before getting his professional designation.The Viral Formula: The "Controversial" secret he uses to trigger the algorithm and get millions of views.Working with Drake: What it’s really like to throw a glove at a global superstar’s face—and hitting him!The Psychology of Comedy: Why he makes videos for the viewer's friends, not the viewers themselves.The Money Question: Does $26,000 in a month actually change your life?Whether you’re a creator struggling with the "fear of being stupid" or an employee looking to jump ship, Zak’s perspective on embarrassment as a superpower will change how you look at your career.Use code "MBH5" at Mintink for a special discount from the boys:https://www.mintink.ca/?utm_source=moneybuyshappiness&utm_medium=collabCheck out Zlam:Zlam IG: https://www.instagram.com/zlam_dunk/ YouTube: SHOP NEW MBH MERCH:https://mbhtv.com/collections/mbh-merchandiseSUBSCRIBE TO MBH SNAPCHAT: https://www.snapchat.com/@thembhpodcastSUBSCRIBE HERE: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCcQijWgy0S1vyfPm_BhYNPwLISTEN ON:APPLE: https://podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/money-buys-happiness/id1513827461SPOTIFY: https://open.spotify.com/show/4DzyFZDvEHVT8ArGusePGs?si=38129137034440ecHOSTS INSTAGRAM:ERNESTO: https://www.instagram.com/Ernestogaita/ANTHONY: https://www.instagram.com/AnthonysorellaPODCAST: https://www.instagram.com/moneybuyshappiness


Ernesto Gaita and Anthony Sorella, the millennial entrepreneurs behind Money Buys Happiness, host a series of conversations that feel more like a late-night talk with insightful friends than a formal interview. The core of this podcast is built on genuine dialogue with cultural icons, where their personal life experiences and candid views on current trends take center stage. You’ll hear discussions that naturally challenge conventional wisdom about success, value, and fulfillment within the realms of business and entrepreneurship. Each episode digs into the nuanced relationship between financial pursuits and personal well-being, moving beyond simple clichés. The aim is to leave you with fresh perspectives that might subtly alter how you approach your own goals and daily life. Tune in for thoughtful, often surprising takes from people who’ve shaped the modern landscape, all through the accessible, engaging format of this podcast. It’s a space where big ideas about building a meaningful life and career are explored with curiosity and depth.
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