You probably know Justin Danger Nunley from TikTok, where millions of people wait for his signature line: “Listen… did you know?” But behind the viral videos is a story most people have never heard.
Justin sat down with me in Nashville not long after retiring from the Air Force, where he served for 20 years. We talked about how the military shaped him, why comedy became his outlet, and how a fun experiment on TikTok exploded into a career that changed his life. He opened up about the grind of building an audience, the setbacks that almost stopped him, and the viral moment that sent his account into the millions.
And this conversation was extra special because my daughter Quinn joined in on the action for a bit, which made it that much more fun and real.
But it was not just about content. Justin shared stories about his family, the importance of resilience, and the lessons he carried from service to social media. He also spoke honestly about criticism, cancel culture, and the pressure of staying authentic when millions are watching.
This conversation had everything. Laughter, vulnerability, and some random facts you will never forget. More than anything, it showed the heart behind the humor.
Chapters:
00:03:27 – Cussin’
00:15:16 – Getting Fired is Weird to Justin Nunley
00:32:34 – Do You Want a Zynn, Sage?
00:34:47 – Growing Up
00:45:55 – How Justin Nunley Cracked the Algorithm
00:53:22 – Quinn Joins the Show!
01:10:34 – Justin Nunley’s Military Life
01:22:36 – The Struggles of Podcasting
01:28:23 – Dealing With Online Trolls
01:34:24 – Gun Control
02:02:32 – Sage Steele to Host the News?
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The Sage Steele Show is a weekly podcast hosted by former ESPN anchor Sage Steele. Each week, Sage sits down with entertainers, athletes, business people, and politicians to have deep dive personal one on one discussions that enlighten, entertain, and engage. There’s a whole big world out there that’s not just sports, and Sage wants to talk about all of it.
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