The Confused Desi Podcast

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Confused Desis. That's one way to describe the millions of South Asians living around the world. We're the new Desi-diaspora, trying to balance our ancient religions and old customs with our new fast-paced Western lives. One that our parents definitely tr


    • Jan 15, 2020 LATEST EPISODE
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    • 11 EPISODES


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    Episode 7 | College Part 1: Finally Freedom

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 15, 2020 32:28


    Wow, it's been a while. We've been so busy with holidays, finals, and more holidays BUT THE BOYS ARE BACK! On this episode of The Confused Desi Podcast we have Shark, Hamza, and Jazzy talking about Freshman year of college. We talk about high school extra-curriculars, where to apply for college, and the craziness that is freshman year. Hear about Shark getting assaulted, Jazzy finding a mosque in a guy's basement, and Hamza's IMPRESSIVE resume. We're so excited to be back in the studio SO GET READY! Do you want your questions and comments addressed on the next episode? Send us a message on Instagram @TheConfusedDesiPodcast and we'll try to get to as many questions as we can! End music: Inova - Desert, Free Use Worldwide Beats, Copyright ArgoFox, spoti.fi/1q72GNr

    Episode 6 | You Gotta Fight. For The Rights. (Of Everyone)

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 20, 2019 19:20


    On this episode of The Confused Desi Podcast we have Shark and Zohaib who are gearing up to change the world one discussion at a time. (We think). We're continuing the streak of serious topics with a discussion on human rights, focusing on women's rights, Muslim rights, and gay rights. We also and wrap it up rather nicely. (We think). CATCH SHARK PERFORM STAND-UP COMEDY LIVE! Next Tuesday, November 26th at 7:30 PM, at the Funny Bone Comedy Club in Saint Louis. Do you want your questions and comments addressed on the next episode? Send us a message on Instagram @TheConfusedDesiPodcast and we'll try to get to as many questions as we can! End music: Inova - Desert, Free Use Worldwide Beats, Copyright ArgoFox, spoti.fi/1q72GNr

    Q&A 3 | Viewer Questions: It's Getting REAL

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 6, 2019 24:52


    Q&A 3 | Viewer Questions: It's Getting REAL Well, the title says it. It's getting REAL. On this Q&A Session the boys discuss A TON! What does Shark dress up as on Halloween? What do the guys think about nationalism? What embarrasses Hamza and Zohaib about our culture? Jazz makes his shocking return?? SHARK WANTS TO GO TO ALASKA? All this and more on this week's episode of The Confused Desi Podcast! Do you want your questions and comments addressed on the next episode? Send us a message on Instagram @TheConfusedDesiPodcast and we'll try to get to as many questions as we can! End music: Inova - Desert, Free Use Worldwide Beats, Copyright ArgoFox, spoti.fi/1q72GNr

    Episode 5 | The Confused Female featuring Anya Rahman

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 30, 2019 21:50


    The Confused Desi Podcast brings on our FIRST GUEST CO-HOST! Please welcome Anya Rahman a.k.a @arahmvn as she brings her unique yet strangely familiar perspective to the show. On this episode, we get our first glimpse into the life of a female Desi. Anya sheds light on visiting Bangladesh, fitting-in in school, being the eldest sibling to two brothers, and more! Meanwhile, Shark and Hamza finally learn the difference between Bangladeshi and Bengali. They also share their thoughts on more serious things like gender differences and their own sisters. We promise the boys aren't THAT daft. Do you want your questions and comments addressed on the next episode? Send us a message on Instagram @TheConfusedDesiPodcast and we'll try to get to as many questions as we can! End music: Inova - Desert, Free Use Worldwide Beats, Copyright ArgoFox, spoti.fi/1q72GNr

    Episode 4 | The Biryani Belly a.k.a Desi Food Part 1

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 23, 2019 27:37


    Let's not be confused. Brown people LOVE food. And we kinda have the best food. We bring the HEAT when it comes to global cuisine. On this episode of The Confused Desi Podcast, Shark explains the Biryani Belly, Zohaib eats hot dogs for breakfast, and Hamza reveals how to make a good Fruit Chaat (hint: you can't). The guys compare Desi food and Western food, discuss how to stay fit as a Desi, and take you on a trip to Flavortown. You don't want to miss this episode of The Confused Desi Podcast! Do you want your questions and comments addressed on the next episode? Send us a message on Instagram @TheConfusedDesiPodcast and we'll try to get to as many questions as we can! End music: Inova - Desert, Free Use Worldwide Beats, Copyright ArgoFox, spoti.fi/1q72GNr

    Episode 3 | You're Either a Basketball Desi or a Tennis Desi

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 16, 2019 20:51


    You know who you are. Right? You're you. But do you understand why? As Confused Desis, we build our personas based on our immediate sociocultural surroundings, and we're constantly evolving as we grow. On this episode of The Confused Desi Podcast we're talking about the Basketball Desi, the Tennis Desi, and the White-Washed Desi. It's a crazy spectrum out there and we're here to tell you that it is, in fact, okay to be confused. Do you want your questions and comments addressed on the next episode? Send us a message on Instagram @TheConfusedDesiPodcast and we'll try to get to as many questions as we can! End music: Inova - Desert, Free Use Worldwide Beats, Copyright ArgoFox, spoti.fi/1q72GNr

    Q&A 2 | Viewer Questions featuring Nisha Naseer

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 16, 2019 23:49


    On this Q&A Session the boys (and a special female guest) answer questions about parental pressure, traveling to the motherland, Christmas, country music, and more! Do you want your questions and comments addressed on the next episode? Send us a message on Instagram @TheConfusedDesiPodcast and we'll try to get to as many questions as we can! End music: Vinod Prasanna × Okey Szoke × Pompey - Budgerigar Vishnu, Free Music Archive, Copyright Black Sea Records, www.bsr.fm

    Episode 1 | Growing Up Desi in a Non-Desi World

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 9, 2019 24:25


    The boys start strong and get REAL. We're discussing what it's like to grow up as a Pakistani-American. We have confusing names, our food looks kinda weird, people interact with us differently in school, and we're constantly balancing our heritage with our lives. How do we do it? Join us and find out on the first episode of The Confused Desi Podcast! Do you want your questions and comments addressed on the next episode? Send us a message on Instagram @TheConfusedDesiPodcast and we'll try to get to as many questions as we can! End music: Inova - Desert, Free Use Worldwide Beats, Copyright ArgoFox, spoti.fi/1q72GNr

    Episode 2 | How to Navigate a Desi Party

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 9, 2019 21:25


    We've all experienced Desi Parties. But have we ever stopped to actually think about them? The guys break down the social aspects of Desi “Functions” and talk about the unknown rules behind our actions. It's all about Uncles, Aunties, and the Bacha Party on this episode of The Confused Desi Podcast! Do you want your questions and comments addressed on the next episode? Send us a message on Instagram @TheConfusedDesiPodcast and we'll try to get to as many questions as we can! End music: Inova - Desert, Free Use Worldwide Beats, Copyright ArgoFox, spoti.fi/1q72GNr

    Q&A 1 | Viewer Questions

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 9, 2019 20:24


    Welcome to our first ever Q&A Session! We're going to answer viewer questions about Bollywood, Islamophobia, being Desi, peer pressure, and more! Do you want your questions and comments addressed on the next episode? Send us a message on Instagram @TheConfusedDesiPodcast and we'll try to get to as many questions as we can! End music: Vinod Prasanna × Okey Szoke × Pompey - Budgerigar Vishnu, Free Music Archive, Copyright Black Sea Records, www.bsr.fm

    Episode 0 | Trailer - The Confused Desi Podcast

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 3, 2019 0:47


    The Confused Desi Podcast is just that. A place where Confused Desis can come together and ask the tough questions. We're gonna tackle subjects like Family, Relationships, College, Culture, and more! Join us for our weekly episodes and our Q/A sessions!

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