Clinton Emil McElroy Jr. was born on August 10, 1955, in Ironton, Ohio. He is an American podcaster, comic book writer, and former radio personality who has worked across multiple media formats throughout his career. McElroy is perhaps best known for his work on The Adventure Zone, a podcast that gained significant popularity. Beyond podcasting, he has an extensive background in radio, having hosted several FM radio shows in West Virginia over the course of his career. In addition to his media work, McElroy serves as an adjunct professor in the Department of Theatre at Marshall University, where he shares his expertise with students.