Comedian Brian Bates joins The Barn for a conversation about his career in comedy, life on the road, podcasting, and the experiences that have shaped his approach to making people laugh.
Based in Nashville, Brian has performed across the country at comedy clubs, theaters, corporate events, and churches. Fans may recognize him from his Dry Bar Comedy specials, appearances on the Grand Ole Opry, or from hearing his comedy regularly on LaughUSA on SiriusXM.
From 2020 through 2026, Brian was one of the hosts of the hugely popular Nateland Podcast with Nate Bargatze. He now joins fellow comedians Aaron Weber and Dusty Slay as a host of the Public Figures Podcast, reaching thousands of listeners each week.
St. Louis fans can catch Brian Bates live at the Funny Bone in Westport on Sunday, October 25, 2026. The show starts at 7:00 PM, with all-in ticket pricing at $23, including taxes and fees.
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