o.k. land

The boys (Abas Idris and Phil Surkis) are back in town, talkin' 'bout gratitude, coffee, comedy, boundaries, love, life, and coffee again. 

Phil Surkis & Abas Idris once again overthink just about everything in their semi-seasonal virgo episode. o.k. land is a comedy/conversation/sketch/interview/other show hosted by:Abas Idris is a comedian, and writer at San Francisco sketch comedy institution, Killing My Lobster. Abas is interested in exploring the nuanced but powerful ways meanings are negotiated between cultural, racial and social differences. Most importantly he puts peanut butter in his oatmeal.  Tweet to him at @theabasidrisPhil Surkis is a podcast producer who plays on both sides of the mic. His current slate of shows includes Lady Don't Take No with Alicia Garza, Big Mood Little Mood with Daniel M. Lavery,  and ZappaCast - The Official Frank Zappa Podcast. Oh yeah...and o.k. land. Tweet to him at @philsurkis, also, www.philsurkis.comTheme music: DJ Crimson - http://www.djcrimson.comTwitter @oklandpodcastInstagram: oklandpodcastFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/oklandpodcast

Abas Idris and Phil Surkis call DJ Crimson for a topic. What happens next is perhaps the most revealing episode of O.K. Land ever. #thegasface

Phil Surkis & Abas Idris return to o.k. land to discuss the pressure of celebrating birthdays.o.k. land is a comedy/conversation/sketch/interview/other show hosted by:Abas Idris is a comedian, and writer at San Francisco sketch comedy institution, Killing My Lobster. Abas is interested in exploring the nuanced but powerful ways meanings are negotiated between cultural, racial and social differences. Most importantly he puts peanut butter in his oatmeal.  Tweet to him at @theabasidrisPhil Surkis is a podcast producer who plays on both sides of the mic. His current slate of shows includes Lady Don't Take No with Alicia Garza, Big Mood Little Mood with Daniel M. Lavery,  and ZappaCast - The Official Frank Zappa Podcast. Oh yeah...and o.k. land. Tweet to him at @philsurkis, also, www.philsurkis.comTheme music: DJ Crimson - http://www.djcrimson.comTwitter @oklandpodcastInstagram: oklandpodcastFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/oklandpodcast

Phil Surkis & Abas Idris return to o.k. land to discuss communication in relationships, at the suggestion of comedian Jackie Keliiaa.o.k. land is a comedy/conversation/sketch/interview/other show hosted by:Abas Idris is a comedian, and writer at San Francisco sketch comedy institution, Killing My Lobster. Abas is interested in exploring the nuanced but powerful ways meanings are negotiated between cultural, racial and social differences. Most importantly he puts peanut butter in his oatmeal.  Tweet to him at @theabasidrisPhil Surkis is a podcast producer who plays on both sides of the mic. His current slate of shows includes Lady Don't Take No with Alicia Garza, Big Mood Little Mood with Daniel M. Lavery,  and ZappaCast - The Official Frank Zappa Podcast. Oh yeah...and o.k. land. Tweet to him at @philsurkis, also, www.philsurkis.comTheme music: DJ Crimson - http://www.djcrimson.comTwitter @oklandpodcastInstagram: oklandpodcastFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/oklandpodcast .

o.k. land is a comedy/conversation/sketch/interview/other show hosted by:ABAS IDRIS - a comedian, writer and storyteller. With a masters in Communication, he explores the nuanced but powerful ways meanings are negotiated between cultural, racial and social differences. Most importantly he puts peanut butter in his oatmeal.Twitter: @theabasidrisAfter leading his first Seder, PHIL SURKIS (pronounced Circus) was inspired to try performing comedy & storytelling. He's a regular on the Solo Sundays series at Stage Werx, and has performed at The Marsh, Starline Social Club, New Parish, and many other spots around the Bay Area. He's also a podcast producer of Kamau Right Now, Politically Re-Active, Feminist Frequency Radio, Dear Prudence, and his own Spice Cabinet.www.philsurkis.comTwitter: @philsurkisTheme music: DJ Crimson - http://www.djcrimson.comTwitter @oklandpodcastInstagram: oklandpodcastFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/oklandpodcast

Ericka Cruz Guevarra joins Phil and Abas in the o.k. land studio for this special dating themed episode. No virgo's were harmed in the making of this episode. o.k. land is a comedy/conversation/sketch/interview/other show hosted by: ABAS IDRIS - a comedian, writer and storyteller. With a masters in Communication, he explores the nuanced but powerful ways meanings are negotiated between cultural, racial and social differences. Most importantly he puts peanut butter in his oatmeal. Twitter: @theabasidris After leading his first Seder, PHIL SURKIS (pronounced Circus) was inspired to try performing comedy & storytelling. He's a regular on the Solo Sundays series at Stage Werx, and has performed at The Marsh, Starline Social Club, New Parish, and many other spots around the Bay Area. He's also a podcast producer of Kamau Right Now, Politically Re-Active, Feminist Frequency Radio, Dear Prudence, and his own Spice Cabinet. www.philsurkis.com Twitter: @philsurkis Theme music: DJ Crimson - http://www.djcrimson.com Twitter @oklandpodcast Instagram: oklandpodcast Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/oklandpodcast

Abas drives, while Phil survives in this unique episode that was recorded while driving along interstate 80. They share thoughts on their recent o.k. land LIVE! show, and delve a bit into the creative process. o.k. land is a comedy/conversation/sketch/interview/other show hosted by: ABAS IDRIS - a comedian, writer and storyteller. With a masters in Communication, he explores the nuanced but powerful ways meanings are negotiated between cultural, racial and social differences. Most importantly he puts peanut butter in his oatmeal. Twitter: @theabasidris After leading his first Seder, PHIL SURKIS (pronounced Circus) was inspired to try performing comedy & storytelling. He's a regular on the Solo Sundays series at Stage Werx, and has performed at The Marsh, Starline Social Club, New Parish, and many other spots around the Bay Area. He's also a podcast producer of Kamau Right Now, Politically Re-Active, Feminist Frequency Radio, Dear Prudence, and his own Spice Cabinet. www.philsurkis.com Twitter: @philsurkis Theme music: DJ Crimson - http://www.djcrimson.com Production Assistance: Taylor Simmons Twitter @oklandpodcast Instagram: oklandpodcast Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/oklandpodcast

Phil & Abas were joined by comedian Jackie Keliiaa and writer/performer Dara M Wilson for a sold out night at The Octopus Literary Salon in Oakland, California on January 18th, 2019. DJ Crimson was there to offer his commentary through a litany of inappropriate sound effects. o.k. land is a comedy/conversation/sketch/interview/other show hosted by: Connect with Jackie Keliiaa on Instagram: jackiecomedy Twitter: @JackieKeliiaa Connect with Dara M Wilson Instagram: daramwilson Twitter: @DaraMWilson Theme music: DJ Crimson - http://www.djcrimson.com Production Assistance & Live Engineering: Taylor Simmons ABAS IDRIS - a comedian, writer and storyteller. With a masters in Communication, he explores the nuanced but powerful ways meanings are negotiated between cultural, racial and social differences. Most importantly he puts peanut butter in his oatmeal. Twitter: @theabasidris After leading his first Seder, PHIL SURKIS (pronounced Circus) was inspired to try performing comedy & storytelling. He's a regular on the Solo Sundays series at Stage Werx, and has performed at The Marsh, Starline Social Club, New Parish, and many other spots around the Bay Area. He's also a podcast producer of Kamau Right Now, Politically Re-Active, Feminist Frequency Radio, Dear Prudence, and his own Spice Cabinet. www.philsurkis.com Twitter: @philsurkis Twitter @oklandpodcast Instagram: oklandpodcast Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/oklandpodcast

Comedian/Producer Dara M Wilson stops by o.k. land and chops it up with Phil and Abas. This episode is transitional, accidental, and maybe even transcendental. That is to say, there is real talk contained herein. o.k. land is a comedy/conversation/sketch/interview/other show hosted by: ABAS IDRIS - a comedian, writer and storyteller. With a masters in Communication, he explores the nuanced but powerful ways meanings are negotiated between cultural, racial and social differences. Most importantly he puts peanut butter in his oatmeal. After leading his first Seder, PHIL SURKIS (pronounced Circus) was inspired to try performing comedy & storytelling. He's a regular on the Solo Sundays series at Stage Werx, and has performed at The Marsh, Starline Social Club, New Parish, and many other spots around the Bay Area. He's also a podcast producer of Kamau Right Now, Politically Re-Active, Feminist Frequency Radio, Dear Prudence, and his own Spice Cabinet. More about Phil: http://www.philsurkis.com Twitter: @philsurkis More about Dara M Wilson: http://www.daramwilson.com Theme music: DJ Crimson - http://www.djcrimson.com Production Assistance: Taylor Simmons Twitter @oklandpodcast Instagram: oklandpodcast Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/oklandpodcast

Abas and Phil reflect on their live show at Feelmore Adult Gallery. Plus, voting, haircuts, dogs, cats, and the first vegan in space. o.k. land is a comedy/conversation/sketch/interview/other show hosted by: ABAS IDRIS - a comedian, writer and storyteller. With a masters in Communication, he explores the nuanced but powerful ways meanings are negotiated between cultural, racial and social differences. Most importantly he puts peanut butter in his oatmeal. After leading his first Seder, PHIL SURKIS (pronounced Circus) was inspired to try performing comedy & storytelling. He's a regular on the Solo Sundays series at Stage Werx, and has performed at The Marsh, Starline Social Club, New Parish, and many other spots around the Bay Area. He's also a podcast producer of Kamau Right Now, Politically Re-Active, Feminist Frequency Radio, Dear Prudence, and his own Spice Cabinet. More about Phil: http://www.philsurkis.com Twitter: @philsurkis Theme music: DJ Crimson - http://www.djcrimson.com Production Assistance: Taylor Simmons Twitter @oklandpodcast Instagram: oklandpodcast Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/oklandpodcast

o. k. land enters it's second season, meaning fall. Abas has issues with the geese of Lake Merritt, while Phil vehemently defends their gentle nature. Plus, two comedians get emotional. Rounding out the show is another edition of Micro-Aggression Theater. o.k. land is a comedy/conversation/sketch/interview/other show hosted by: ABAS IDRIS - a comedian, writer and storyteller. With a masters in Communication, he explores the nuanced but powerful ways meanings are negotiated between cultural, racial and social differences. Most importantly he puts peanut butter in his oatmeal. After leading his first Seder, PHIL SURKIS (pronounced Circus) was inspired to try performing comedy & storytelling. He's a regular on the Solo Sundays series at Stage Werx, and has performed at The Marsh, Starline Social Club, New Parish, and many other spots around the Bay Area. He's also a podcast producer of Kamau Right Now, Politically Re-Active, Feminist Frequency Radio, Dear Prudence, and his own Spice Cabinet. More about Phil: http://www.philsurkis.com Twitter: @philsurkis Theme music: DJ Crimson - http://www.djcrimson.com Twitter @oklandpodcast Instagram: oklandpodcast Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/oklandpodcast

Phil and Abas reveal their showbiz origins. Abas attends a storytelling summit, and Phil has a grooming mishap. Also, a sketch from the o.k. land players. o.k. land is a comedy/conversation/sketch/interview/other show hosted by: ABAS IDRIS - a comedian, writer and storyteller. With a masters in Communication, he explores the nuanced but powerful ways meanings are negotiated between cultural, racial and social differences. Most importantly he puts peanut butter in his oatmeal. After leading his first Seder, PHIL SURKIS (pronounced Circus) was inspired to try performing comedy & storytelling. He's a regular on the Solo Sundays series at Stage Werx, and has performed at The Marsh, Starline Social Club, New Parish, and many other spots around the Bay Area. He's also a podcast producer of Kamau Right Now, Politically Re-Active, Feminist Frequency Radio, Dear Prudence, and his own Spice Cabinet. More about Phil: http://www.philsurkis.com Twitter: @philsurkis Theme music: DJ Crimson - http://www.djcrimson.com Twitter @oklandpodcast Instagram: ok_land_podcast Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/oklandpodcast

Phil can't believe his ears and eyes in the check-out line at Target, and Abas hears the truth about Abas from his mom. o.k. land is a comedy/conversation/sketch/interview/other show hosted by: ABAS IDRIS - a comedian, writer and storyteller. With a masters in Communication, he explores the nuanced but powerful ways meanings are negotiated between cultural, racial and social differences. Most importantly he puts peanut butter in his oatmeal. After leading his first Seder, PHIL SURKIS (pronounced Circus) was inspired to try performing comedy & storytelling. He's a regular on the Solo Sundays series at Stage Werx, and has performed at The Marsh, Starline Social Club, New Parish, and many other spots around the Bay Area. He's also a podcast producer of Kamau Right Now, Politically Re-Active, Feminist Frequency Radio, Dear Prudence, and his own Spice Cabinet. More about Phil: http://www.philsurkis.com Twitter: @philsurkis Theme music: DJ Crimson - http://www.djcrimson.com Twitter @oklandpodcast Instagram: ok_land_podcast Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/oklandpodcast

Abas and Phil celebrate their idiosyncrasies in this mini bonus episode by blaming their weirdness on an astrological sign. All signs are welcome to take part in this comical and considerate conversation. o.k. land is a sketch/conversation/comedy/interview and other show hosted by: ABAS IDRIS - a comedian, writer and storyteller. With a masters in Communication, he explores the nuanced but powerful ways meanings are negotiated between cultural, racial and social differences. Most importantly he puts peanut butter in his oatmeal. After leading his first Seder, PHIL SURKIS (pronounced Circus) was inspired to join the world of comedy & storytelling. He's a regular on the Solo Sundays series at Stage Werx, and has performed at The Marsh, Starline Social Club, New Parish, and many other spots around the Bay Area. He's also a podcast producer of Kamau Right Now, Politically Re-Active, Feminist Frequency Radio, Dear Prudence, and his own Spice Cabinet. More about Phil: http://www.philsurkis.com Twitter: @philsurkis Theme music: DJ Crimson - http://www.djcrimson.com Twitter @oklandpodcast Instagram: ok_land_podcast

Episode 2 of o.k land finds Abas taking on a large home project with some help from his friends. Phil has a food obsession, and he's wondering if there's anything wrong with that. o.k. land is a sketch/conversation/comedy and other show hosted by: ABAS IDRIS - a comedian, writer and storyteller. With a masters in Communication, he explores the nuanced but powerful ways meanings are negotiated between cultural, racial and social differences. Most importantly he puts peanut butter in his oatmeal. After leading his first Seder, PHIL SURKIS (pronounced Circus) was inspired to try performing comedy & storytelling. He's a regular on the Solo Sundays series at Stage Werx, and has performed at The Marsh, Starline Social Club, New Parish, and many other spots around the Bay Area. He's also a podcast producer of Kamau Right Now, Politically Re-Active, Feminist Frequency Radio, Dear Prudence, and his own Spice Cabinet. More about Phil: http://www.philsurkis.com Twitter: @philsurkis Theme music: DJ Crimson - http://www.djcrimson.com o.k. land on Twitter @oklandpodcast

Abas & Phil present a sketch inspired by the activity around Lake Merritt this past summer. Abas shares about playground therapy, and Phil may dye his beard. So much more. o.k. land is a sketch/conversation/comedy and other show hosted by: Abas Idris - is a comedian, writer and storyteller. With a masters in Communication, he explores the nuanced but powerful ways meanings are negotiated between cultural, racial and social differences. Most importantly he puts peanut butter in his oatmeal. After leading a Seder, Phil Surkis (pronounced Circus) was inspired to try comedic storytelling, and liked it. Performance wise, he is a regular on the Solo Sundays series at Stage Werx, and has performed at The Marsh, Starline Social Club, Freight & Salvage, and many other spots around the Bay Area. He's also a podcast producer for Kamau Right Now, Politically Re-Active, Feminist Frequency Radio, Dear Prudence, and his own Spice Cabinet. More about Phil: http://www.philsurkis.com Twitter: @philsurkis Theme music: DJ Crimson - http://www.djcrimson.com