We are back with our weekly podcast Our Last Week. Problems are raised, but are never solved. Conundrums are discussed, but never resolved. And if it is life advice you seek, here it shall not be found. And not that we ever say anything important, but if you want to listen to the episodes 48 hours before everyone else, go to our Patreon page https://www.patreon.com/ourlastweek - Anuvab Pal and Kunaal Roy Kapur
Anuvab and Kunaal propose a new app where audiences can, er, slap. From mob-unfriendly venues to vandalism-friendly tents, the duo lay out India's new open mic survival kit. Also featuring: doctors drowning in degrees, and how tech bros used AI to humiliate the cool artsy kids who got all the attention in college... Revenge of the nerds, but make it Ghibli.
Kunaal and Anuvab are back, dissecting the most random moments from everyday life. This week, it is spiritual gurus who can crystal gaze, airlines with theme songs that defy logic, and the great 'one size fits all' fashion myth. Prepare for maximum comedy, minimal sense—or minimal comedy and maximum sense. Like the podcast itself, this description is one size fits all. Disclaimer: Results may vary.
Kunal and Anuvab dive deep into the quest for eternal life, dissecting tech mogul Bryan Johnson's controversial anti-ageing experiments and asking the big question - would you really want to live forever? Also fascinating listener questions, including some truly wild wedding dilemmas and relationship puzzles. From eternal youth to eternal bonds, this episode packs some of the best audience conundrums yet!
Kunaal and Anuvab kick off the new year, finally...conundrums include the concert craziness and endless road construction saga in Mumbai and a scandalous listener conundrum. PS. Send us your conundrums to be featured in an upcoming episode.
Relive the magic of Kunal & Anuvab's live show at the NCPA! Enjoy the performance, the insightful conundrums from the audience and the overall electric atmosphere. We're so grateful for the incredible turnout! You can send us your conundrums at ourlastweek@audiomatic.in or simply DM on Instagram or comment on the video. Follow us on Instagram for all updates and reels! / ourlastweekpodcast #ourlastweeklive#comedypodcast#ourlastweek #olw #conundrum #comedy #comedypodcast #podcast #newschannel #news #rice #podcasters #hosts #youtube #kunaalroykapur #anuvabpal #commedian #ai
What a great year it's been for Our Last Week! This year has been a rollercoaster of emotions. We've laughed, we've cried while laughing, and we've pivoted to video while moving into a new studio. As we look back on 2024, we're happy about growing and selling out 2 Live Shows! . To our listeners, thank you for watching/listening we do this for you and we hope you spread the word to keep this rollercoaster going. Stay tuned for what's coming next. Happy new year! -Kunal, Anuvab and the team at Audiomatic.
We had a live show a while ago and it was amazing. Here's a few fun moments from that day. Follow ourlastweekpodcast on Instagram for daily clips and updates. You can also catch us on Youtube at @ourlastweekpodcast
In this old episode from 2017, Kunal and Anuvab explore the quirks and absurdities of modern life. They go back and forth examining topics such as social etiquette, family dynamics, and the impact of technology on human behaviour. They touch on the awkwardness of outdated greetings like "how do you do? and the tendency for families to avoid conflict by focusing on trivial details and much more in this episodes from the archives. Come watch the show LIVE at NCPA on 15th Dec 2024. TICKETS AVAILABLE ON BOOK MY SHOW
In this deliciously introspective episode, Kunal and Anuvab serve up a sizzling conversation about their career journeys, blending personal insights with a playful celebration of the Indian chefs' remarkable ability to master cuisines from around the globe along with conundrums they face with their local chemists and society email chains.
This week, Kunal and Anubhav dive into the city's notorious parking wars, which turn neighbours into nemeses. They also uncover a comedic story of counterfeit currency in the news and they expose the dramatic politics of their building society that rival any soap opera. Also, buckle up for some truly outrageous tales from Indian barbershops, where a simple haircut is never just a haircut. Our Last Week Live Shows Announcement!!
As we try a new studio setup for Anuvab and Kunaal, the conundrums are the still the same. The drama of small change vs the boredom of UPI, the unique challenges of actors dealing with freebies, and the awkwardness of receiving a 'discreet' package from Amazon.
Anuvab wonders whether it is courteous to hold a revolving door for someone, Kunaal wonders if it is even possible. The duo finally learn that every conversation has a cost, but are not sure whether it's daily or hourly.
Kunaal and Anuvab are in their new studio (Not sure if they are happy or sad about it) We also have a new plant along with the duo and we hope atleast that brings the podcast some luck. The duo finally unwrap the mystery of compound interest.
Anuvab has a conundrum inspired by recent family events; how does one technically qualify to be called an orphan? for e.g. is there an age-limit? Also featuring some listener conundrums, including the heartwrenching story of an unattended underwear at the New Delhi airport.
Anuvab and Kunaal are in their long-distance relationship mode. Anuvab is wondering if he needs to start focusing on some kind of shock tactics to get a larger audience. The duo wonder if Kunaal is more of a 'head full of hair character actor' or a 'bald character actor' and Anuvab finds himself in a soup (made from tea leaves). This is an old Patreon episode. Anuvab and Kunaal will be back with a fresh episode next week.
As Anuvab travels the world and Kunaal....well, he is somewhere; the duo couldn't get the time to pore over their conundrums this week. To compensate for this very painful heartache, we bring you a FULL AUDIO RECORDING of the FIRST EVER "OUR LAST WEEK" LIVE SHOW, from way back in 2016 AD.
Anuvab & Kunaal go deep into how Indians deal with an operational failure - ranging from electric appliances to the Indian Railways (by slapping). Facing a power cut in the UK, Anuvab compares the transparency of the electricity departments in India & England. And while in the middle of haggling, Kunaal turns casting agent for a professional electrician.
Anuvab has a tale of an old man who volunteers to control traffic in Mumbai and which turns into a horror story about how this city makes you insane. Kunaal doesn't believe in rice casteism. And the duo ponder about how our AI selves can help us deal with telemarketers.
Anuvab shares his dream of gatecrashing a court at least once in his life, while Kunaal hopes to heckle in the Parliament one day. They recount the story of a security guard turned artist in Germany and the merits of having a quirk in ones profession.
Kunaal & Anuvab on nuances of hero worship in our society, and what a cult of Kunaal worshippers would look like. They ponder over the differences between beggars & loiterers. And a fascinating conundrum about corporate culture & time-travel is also covered. Follow @ourlastweekpodcast on Youtube and Instagram for all the updates.
Anuvab & Kunaal ponder about important causes that they chould walk for, or, do they really need a cause? Anuvab argues the duo are ready to be spoken in the same breath as Simon & Garfunkel and Laurel & Hardy. They come to the realization that nothing should put pause to a great party (no, not even someone dying). Follow us on Youtube and Instagram at @ourlastweekpodcast to get updates on the latest episodes.
Anuvab & Kunaal on how they've managed to be in the wrong place at the wrong time. Kunaal fact checks Anuvab of the age of this podcast (it's 9 not 15). The duo then discuss the cultural history of India as they dissect how it led to a train travelling from Jammu to Punjab... without a driver.
Why Anuvab is just like Alexander the Great. Should he take the money or sabotage the gig? How (NOT) to dress for meetings. And finally a listener poses a conundrum about pizza that leads to a discussion on economics.
On the menu today: The meaning of friendship. How to deal with rude waiters. Is (this) shit art? -This is a repeat episode, Anuvab and Kunaal will be back with a new episode next week.
What more could one ask for than a person who punches you everyday. A handy list of people you shouldn't mess with. And a contemplation on death and copyright.
What's the difference between a Bollywood celeb and tech exec. Old ways of communication vs. new, singalongs at rock concerts And how to hold a revolving door open.
Anuvab advises Kunaal to come out of the (podcast) closet. The duo complain about gifts and transactions that take place at an Indian wedding.
The duo discuss if violence is a good way to get people's attention, who does the small logistics of big events and why are planes landing from the clouds into the clouds.
Kunaal zones out infront of Anuvab making the duo realise that ultimately all relationships eventually lead to partners zoning out on each other. How begging in English changes the game. Why pull when you can push. Should you click on Cancel or Ok? *This is a repeat episode. The duo will be back in a couple of weeks.
As we lurch towards the end of another year, here are some of best listener conundrums from 2023, here's bulk dating, extreme exposure, why rickshaw walas are the wisest…and more.
Kunaal and Anuvab get drunk on Christmas Cake. Kunaal hopes he can patent boozy bubble tea. The duo tries to help a listener who is fed-up of curry. And does Santa Claus really exist?
Anuvab and Kunaal meet their listeners in flesh and might be the reason for a few breakups in the city. The duo discuss the politics of mics, dysons, airport lounges and also whoosh whoosh.
The duo contemplate whether it is better to have everything or nothing. Why Anuvab is not a fan of helping old people at airports. Why a poolside doesn't work for a lit fest. Abbreviated names here and there.
Kunaal cannot wear warm clothes he hates them. Anuvab cannot keep his pants on at an event. And what the f#$k is a tropical body?
Kunaal tries to figure why holidays are more tiring than being at home. And did cavemen have FOMO? Anuvab cannot remember a day without some minor pain.
Anuvab has a problem with the doctors. Kunal thinks it's important for the doctor to confirm your diagnosis. The duo discuss how in India we love to personalise it. And why Anuvab doubts if their family doctor of 30 years is even a doctor?
The duo discuss how Pakistani cricketer's choices have offended the entire city of Kolkatta and how every profession provides fodder for stand-up. Anuvab asks Kunaal to have an opinion on his behalf. And finally, how much food is too much food (or too little)?
Anuvab is back in Bombay, Kunaal is in Glasgow. Kunaal thinks they could have painted the town red had they been together in the same city (whatever that means). Speaking of painting the town red, Our Last Week is doing a live show on 1st December in Mumbai. Anuvab says, you can finally come and touch Kunaal Roy Kapoor. BookMyShow Link for Tickets for the Live Show https://in.bookmyshow.com/events/our-last-week-live-podcast/ET00374026
Kunaal is trapped in a warehouse in London, Anuvab tries to decode a photo in a pharmacy. And how does one get revenge against a toddler?
Kunaal meets some fans of the podcast in London which (expectedly) takes the duo on a tangential journey. Kunaal is not sure if people are fans of nationalism or the actual game? And both agree that nobody is happy wherever they are.
The roles are reversed as Kunaal is in the UK and Anuvab in India. Kunaal doesn't have the time for God (at least not right now). The duo share their frustration about people asking them 'Where do I know you from'? And Anuvab gets a call from an Anil
THIS IS JUST A TRAILER! LISTEN TO THE FULL EPISODE OF PATREON. Kunaal zones out in front of Anuvab making the duo realises that ultimately all relationships eventually lead to partners zoning out on each other. How begging in English changes the game. Why pull when you can push. Should you click on cancel or Ok?
Anuvab and Kunaal wish to handover the show to the listeners but for a fee. Anuvab finds the best way to fight your nosy mom. Kunaal thinks it's okay to marry only for money. And the duo try to understand the true meaning of a 'hidden gem'.
Anuvab and Kunaal on their plan to live forever even though Anuvab has aches in parts that he didn't even know existed. The duo contemplate their personal style and Kunaal reveals the importance of a bunk bed at home. Plus how much of world history could have been influenced by bad translators.
Kunaal has a physical trainer (and history teacher) at home that confuses his dog. Anuvab contemplates if new dinner plates will change his personality. Kunaal believes that old people cannot or will not walk without some kind of incentive (mostly monetary. And why Anuvab is grateful for NOT being a 20 year old anymore
Anuvab takes the first Vistara flight from London to Mumbai leading to a contemplation about friendships on the move. Podcast pathbreakers or legendary laggards?, the duo's self-assessment is brutal. Anuvab loses his pioneer status at the fringe.
India's moon landing success has the duo speculating on future events. Kunaal speculates if his vet is real. He also suggests to Anuvab that everyone at the fringe festival is enemy. A listener is asking for help from the duo because he likes the podcast and now questions his own taste in humour. Listen to the full episode at patreon.com/ourlastweek
Anuvab's uncle and aunt couldn't witness Anuvab performing in Edinburg and thus the duo think that is a true testament that God does exist. Kunaal wonders how his family cares for him even after his choices of work. Anuvab feels there is a need for a discouragement booth at all art festivals. And why Kunaal is most productive when he is on his back.
Anuvab and Kunaal are in their long-distance relationship mode. Anuvab is wondering if he needs to start focusing on some kind of shock tactics to get a larger audience. The duo wonder if Kunaal is more of a 'head full of hair character actor' or a 'bald character actor' and Anuvab finds himself in a soup (made from tea leaves).
Kunaal spills the beans on how bakers land on 30 under 30 lists. Anuvab shares his fears of meeting Indians abroad. And the duo figures out the fine art of doing nothing on your wedding anniversary.
Anuvab wonders if private financial matters should crop up on school-reunion WhatsApp groups? Anuvab meets a human saag paneer. What does a ringtone say about a person and the duo on why you should stay at home for the country. Listen to the FULL EPISODE on PATREON.COM/OURLASTWEEK