: His material is rooted in his experiences as a single millennial parent.

: A major segment involves the "politics" of home phones, where parents (specifically his dad) acted as aggressive gatekeepers, questioning anyone who called before handing over the receiver.

: High-energy delivery that has seen him featured at major festivals like Skankfest and the Altercation Comedy Fest .

Derrick Stroup is a Lafayette-based comedian with over a decade of experience. He is known for:

: Relatable anecdotes about childhood in Alabama and North Carolina, often highlighting the differences between his generation and modern-day expectations.

: He hosts the "We're Dying Down Here" podcast, which often touches on similar themes of nostalgia and southern life.