Doug Punch with Billy Myers III
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Billy Myers III, a stand-up comedian from Orlando with a name that sounds like a Monopoly villain, joins Doug Mellard for a hilariously self-aware conversation about the absurdity of being William Thomas Myers III. The episode dives into how his name—complete with a third-generation suffix, a penile pun fest, and a penchant for physical comedy—has shaped his career and identity. From hosting the chaotic, no-materials-allowed comedy show Riff Raff, where audience members get punched in the nuts and spit in the mouth, to his deep dive into the cultural weight of names like 'Doug' and 'Billy,' Billy reveals that his name is less a burden and more a superpower: a built-in comedy bit that makes him unforgettable. The real punchline? He’s not just a man with a funny name—he’s a man who turned that name into a brand, a show, and a community of weirdos who embrace the ridiculous.
Your name can be a comedy act—Billy Myers III’s full name includes three phallic references and a generational suffix, making it a built-in punchline.
Riff Raff is a no-materials, physical-challenge comedy show where comics get punched in the nuts, spit in the mouth, and endure ear piercings—consensually and hilariously.
The name 'Doug' is a sitcom punchline, but Billy Myers III proves it can be a badge of honor when you own your absurdity.
Billy refuses to go by 'Bill' because it feels like punishment—turning the script on the power dynamics of names.
He’s not just a comedian—he’s a curator of chaos, with a vision to turn Riff Raff into a TV show, possibly starring Johnny Knoxville.
…and 3 more takeaways available in PodZeus
April Fools, April 2nd, and a Surprise Guest
Doug Mellard kicks off the episode with a playful reflection on April 1st being just yesterday, teasing upcoming guests and the chaos of social media. He previews the episode’s theme: names and their impact on identity, setting the stage for Billy Myers III’s arrival.
Meet Billy Myers III: The Man Behind the Monocle
Doug introduces Billy Myers III, a comedian from Orlando with a name that sounds like a villain from a 19th-century novel. Billy confirms he’s legally William Thomas Myers III, but insists on being called Billy—because 'Bill' feels like a punishment.
Riff Raff: A Midnight Show of Chaos and Consent
“We started at a third wheel in East Hollywood. It was just an open mic. And then one time I put truth or dare into the riff thing and somebody pulled that and was like, well, it's not like you're going to dare me to get punched in the nuts or something. Well, now I kind of got to dare you to get punched in the nuts.”
The Tattoo That Wasn’t a Regret
Billy opens up about his tattoo collection, including a penis with bunny ears on his calf—his 'divorce tattoo'—and his Southern knuckle tattoo, which leads to awkward bar encounters. He reveals he’s stopped getting new tattoos after his artist died.
The Billy Mythos: From Billy the Kid to Billy Madison
Billy reflects on the cultural weight of the name 'Billy,' listing icons like Billy Crystal, Billy Bob Thornton, and even fictional ones like Billy Madison. He jokes that if he were William, he’d be 'less fun'—a sentiment echoed by Willem Dafoe’s name change.
“It’s for three penises. The Willie, the Oscar Meyer, and the John Thomas. You learn a lot about yourself when you come on this show.”
“so like I kind of just stopped letting them do that. And then like kind of organically, one time I put truth or dare into the riff thing and somebody pulled that and was like, well, it's not like you're going to dare me to get punched in the nuts or something. Well, now I kind of got to dare you to get punched in the nuts.”
“Most of my – yeah. Like, not a lot of Dugs. That's interesting. Like, there must be – like, you're familiar with Doug Stanhope. Yeah. He's pretty great.”
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Riff Raff
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Doug Mellard
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Billy Myers III
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Comedy Store
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Mermaid
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Nicole Kidman
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Johnny Knoxville
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Sean Penn
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Oscar Meyer
brand
Willem Dafoe
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