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Through dialogue and storytelling, Alex Eskandarkhah and Andre Kelly dive into changing times, the state of the culture and the people who move it. Join the conversation and check out The Gifted Gab on YouTube as well.

Alex Eskandarkhah & Andre Kelly


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    Töme on Singing the National Anthem for the Raptors, Touring with Wizkid & the Music Business #39

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 12, 2025


    Kat Khan on her Acting Process, Letterboxd Faves & Industry Insights #38

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 5, 2025


    Afta Hill on Music, Toxic Masculinity & Taking Creative Risks #37

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 29, 2025


    Mercedes Morris on SkyMed, AI Contracts in the Film Industry & Why you should join ACTRA #36

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 22, 2025


    Aaron Billz of RichDiet Talks Trudeau Resigning, Media & Drake vs Kendrick #35

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 15, 2025


    The Gifted Gab is joined by podcast host and real estate agent Aaron Billz of RichDiet to dive into the future of media, free speech, the possibility of becoming the 51st state, the ongoing Drake vs Kendrick beef, and more hot takes you won't want to miss.

    Tresor on TikTok Success, Music Industry Impact & an Awkward Chris Brown Incident

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 8, 2024


    In a new season and new episode for The Gifted Gab, Alex and Andre are joined by Tresor to discuss his intersection in music and content.

    Shoot your shot | How an unprofessional email changed my life | 1K Convos #64 w/ Amal Mohamud

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 13, 2023


    Are you subscribed to us?Are you subscribed to our channel?The Gifted Gab had the pleasure of sitting down with journalist and producer Amal Mohamud. Amal has climbed the ranks and took an untraditional route to get into the media and broadcasting realm now, reporting for CityNews Edmonton. She has produced several documentaries and has been responsible for television program leading up to her experience now. Amal was recognized for her work by the National Black Coalition award for her trailblazing contributions as a member of the Somali community. Alex and Amal get into the ups and downs of producing, Amal's journey and some other trends and social issues taking place in the community. Instagram:Twitter: Facebook: Kashan Persian Rugs: Alex's Instagram: Andre's Instagram: Email - info@thegiftedgab.comDiscount code for 20% off at Kashan Persian Rugs: THEGIFTEDGAB

    Moving Off The Pivot | 1K Convos #63 ft JalenDrewski

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 30, 2022


    In this episode, Andre sits down with creative and host of 99toinfinitymedia; JalenDrewski as they discuss the art of conversation, identity, and how small of a world it really is - a nod to The Gifted Gab's latest campaign.

    The Intersection of Art and Politics | 1K Convos #62 featuring David Shepherd

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 12, 2022


    Are you subscribed to our channel? After an eventful two months, we are back with our last batch of episodes of 1K Convos, starting with none other than Mr. David Shepherd, MLA for Edmonton-City Centre and Official Opposition Health Critic. We chatted about how to make a better Alberta, arts, politics of course as well as entrepreneurship. SHOP MERCH AND LISTEN TO THE PODCAST HERE: https://www.thegiftedgab.com Make sure to stay up to date with us on all platforms below! Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thegiftedgab/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/thegiftedgab?lang=en Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thegiftedgab Kashan Persian Rugs: https://www.kashanpersianrugs.ca Alex's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/alwaysaflex/ Andre's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/andreckelly/ Email - info@thegiftedgab.com Discount code for 20% off at Kashan Persian Rugs: THEGIFTEDGAB

    A Laugh a Day... | 1K Convos #61 featuring Sandra Dee

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 27, 2022


    Sandra Dee is an Illustrator and host of @lol.Justjoking, a live stand-up comedy series featuring Toronto's funniest comics. In this episode we discussed therapy within mental health, comedy spaces and her creative roots.

    I'm Your Sugar Daddy | 1K Convos #60 featuring Neema Naz

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 5, 2022


    Are you subscribed to us?Are you subscribed to our channel?In this first episode since a hiatus from Alex, we got a chance to sit down with Neema Naz during his west coast arm of his I'm Your Sugar Daddy Tour. Neema has been on the show several times, blessing our platform with several different insights, impressions and stories to how he was able to not only amass a large following online, but also inspire thousands through his comedy online. We discussed his comedy tour, his inspirations, his process as well as the Mahsa Amini situation going on in Iran. Instagram:Twitter: Facebook: Kashan Persian Rugs: Alex's Instagram: Andre's Instagram: Email - info@thegiftedgab.comDiscount code for 20% off at Kashan Persian Rugs: THEGIFTEDGAB

    Moment to Moment | 1K Convos #59 with @MayaTaughtMe

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 29, 2022


    Maya is a business owner and former Team Canada track athlete. In this episode we discussed representation in business, sponsorships, marketing and her experiences being one of Canadas finest athletes

    How to Start a Podcast, Weddings and Becoming an Expert | 1K Convos 57 w/ Oxymoron Podcast

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 16, 2022


    Are you subscribed to us?Alex Eskandarkhah is joined by the creators and hosts of the Oxymoron Podcast, Fahad and LeRoux. Their media production company, Media 21 Productions has produced several live events, podcasts and is currently working with Ivan Touko, (1K039) on a documentary film for Telus Storyhive called Afro Beats in the Praries. Check out their work at media21production.comInstagram:Twitter: Facebook: Kashan Persian Rugs: Alex's Instagram: Andre's Instagram: Email - info@thegiftedgab.comDiscount code for 20% off at Kashan Persian Rugs: THEGIFTEDGAB

    Pride of the Northside | Teaching change with Andrew Parker

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 2, 2022


    Are you subscribed to us?Alex Eskandarkhah is back for 1K Convos in the new studio with none other than Mr. Andrew Parker. Andrew makes his second appearance on The Gifted Gab and is back to discuss his work on the Anti-Racism task force, the Black Teachers Association of Alberta and the return for year 13 of the Pride of the Northside outdoor basketball tournament. Andrew is a teacher and former Alberta Golden Bears Alumni and is a staple in the Northern Alberta community. Learn more about his work at andrewgparker.com.Instagram:Twitter: Facebook: Kashan Persian Rugs: Alex's Instagram: Andre's Instagram: Email - info@thegiftedgab.comDiscount code for 20% off at Kashan Persian Rugs: THEGIFTEDGAB

    Gem Talk | Pretty Privilege, Women in Business + more|1K Convos #56 ft Sylvana Awida

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 19, 2022


    Sylvana Awida is a creative and owner of Sylvismiles, a cosmetic line fusing elegance and dentistry. In this episode, we discussed pretty privilege, marketing, being a woman in business + more.

    Idols to Rivals | 1K Convos #55 ft Koby McEwen

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 27, 2022


    Koby McEwen is a professional basketball player for the Hamilton Honeybadgers (CEBL) and Norrköping Dolphins of the Basketligan, the highest league in Sweden. In this episode we discussed his experience competing against J Cole, conversations with Damian Lillard, CEBL realities, money management, mentorship, the importance in not giving up + more. Tap in!

    Cheating Death w/ Sterling Scott | 1K Convos #54

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 20, 2022


    Are you subscribed to us?Sterling Scott is a comedian, actor and podcast host known for his latest album Corporate Clean and his podcast The Comedy Reject. He's been featured on Prime, CBC, CTV as a writer and actor alongside his stand up, and will be taking the leap and heading to Los Angeles to host shows and performances in the California area. Instagram:Twitter: Facebook: Kashan Persian Rugs: Alex's Instagram: Andre's Instagram: Email - info@thegiftedgab.comDiscount code for 20% off at Kashan Persian Rugs: THEGIFTEDGAB

    How to Succeed in a Team | 1K Convos #53 W/ Kenny Bhullar from the 2nd Floor Podcast

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 10, 2022


    We had some technical difficulties on this episode. Skip to 24:57 to avoid the audio hiccup. We welcome Kenny Bhullar, a community activist who some may know as the founder of RunForFarmers/Ukraine, Fitness Manager at GoodLife and co-creator of 2nd Floor podcast. Tap in as he joins Alex Eskandarkhah to discuss working among a team, his journey as a podcaster, self development and jeen-yuhs. Kenny is following up his co-host Qashus' appearance on 1K Convos earlier last year. You can catch 2nd Floor Podcast on Telus Optik TV and everywhere else you listen to podcasts now. SHOP MERCH AND LISTEN TO THE PODCAST HERE: https://www.thegiftedgab.com Make sure to stay up to date with us on all platforms below! Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thegiftedgab/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/thegiftedgab?lang=en Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thegiftedgab Kashan Persian Rugs: https://www.kashanpersianrugs.ca Alex's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/alwaysaflex/ Andre's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/andreckelly/ Email - info@thegiftedgab.com

    Everyone Deserves A Laugh | 1K Convos #52 ft Marc-Anthony

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 1, 2022 58:53


    Marc-Anthony Sinagoga is a Comedian, Actor & MC. In this episode we discussed hyper-sensitivity in comedy, the “Uncle” Doug Ford impression, cancel-culture and why “everyone deserves a laugh. Tap in!

    Linkedin Pregnancies and Promotions | 1K Convos #51 ft Aaliyah

    Play Episode Listen Later May 18, 2022


    Aaliyah is a Montreal-based Content Creator, PR specialist and Social Media manager. In this episode we discussed content creating tips, legalities, red flags with branding along with the best ways to build trust as a brand.

    It Doesn't Get Blacker Than This - 1K Convos #50 feat. JustBobbyT

    Play Episode Listen Later May 10, 2022


    Are you subscribed to us?Robert Tyndale aka Bobby T is a content creator, producer and photographer. He runs his own production agency called Version Me Media and he is also a cofounder of Melanistic Magazine. Bobby was one of the creators selected for the Storyhive Voices program and is currently producing a podcast called Record in Colour in collaboration with Telus. He joins The Gifted Gab to talk entrepreneurship, taking up space as a black creator and his journey in the tech/content creation world.Instagram:Twitter: Facebook: Kashan Persian Rugs: Alex's Instagram: Andre's Instagram: Email - info@thegiftedgab.comDiscount code for 20% off at Kashan Persian Rugs: THEGIFTEDGAB

    Creating Where It Counts | 1K Convos #49 ft Spooky

    Play Episode Listen Later May 2, 2022


    Spooky is a Photographer, Free-lance Creative & Director. In this episode, we discussed the Illusion of losses & wins, Gorilla marketing, Young creativity, Realities as a music artist along with additional tips for photo enthusiasts. Tap in!

    Prime Examples | 1K Convos #48 feat. Lee Prime

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 21, 2022


    Are you subscribed to our channel? Liban Hassan, better known as Lee Prime from Prime Examples, is a Somali Canadian writer, PR specialist and creator. He joins Alex to discuss his transition from the streets to the industry, writing his two books, the non sense at the Oscars and how to creatively disrupt as black creators. SHOP MERCH AND LISTEN TO THE PODCAST HERE: https://www.thegiftedgab.com Make sure to stay up to date with us on all platforms below! Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thegiftedgab/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/thegiftedgab?lang=en Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thegiftedgab Kashan Persian Rugs: https://www.kashanpersianrugs.ca Alex's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/alwaysaflex/ Andre's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/andreckelly/ Email - info@thegiftedgab.com Discount code for 20% off at Kashan Persian Rugs: THEGIFTEDGAB

    Pleasure & Pain ft Mars.Ink | 1K Convos #47

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 10, 2022 43:59


    Imarri, also known as @mars.ink is a Toronto-based Tattoo artist, Entrepreneur and Philanthropist. She joins the Gab with an impressive catalogue tattooing Steph & Ayesha Curry along with features on CityNews TV + much more. Tap in!

    Uptown State of Mind | Transitioning trades | 1K Convos 46 Featuring Da Kid T

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 31, 2022


    Are you subscribed to us?This episode of 1K Convos takes us through the journey of Uptown State of Mind's Da Kid T, a rapper, videographer, editor and graphic designer based out of Calgary, Alberta. T, also known as TJ, has been working on several projects behind the camera while also working on his own music and documentary projects the last few years and has worked on several arts council funded projects around the city. The one man creative team has just finished working on the music video for Gifted Gab alumni 96's video for Big Shot and continues to be the go to visual guy for artists out of the Calgary area. Check out his work on his YouTube and instagram pages.Instagram:Twitter: Facebook: Kashan Persian Rugs: Alex's Instagram: Andre's Instagram: Email - info@thegiftedgab.comDiscount code for 20% off at Kashan Persian Rugs: THEGIFTEDGAB

    Paying $40,000 for a PDF ft Luke DelMonte | 1K Convos #45

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 24, 2022


    Luke is a business manager, creator and co-owner of one of Canada's most renown vintage brand suppliers @streetcvltre. Home to some of the finest pieces in thrift wear, @streetcvltre seeks to combine the interests of photography, art and music all in one space

    The Art of The Pivot | How to Start a Business During a Pandemic | 1K Convos #44 ft Brett Jakubec

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 17, 2022


    Are you subscribed to us?Skills trainer and Legacy Athletics owner Brett Jakubec joins former teammate Alex Eskandarkhah for a candid conversation about switching careers, self education and entrepreneurship on this episode of 1K Convos. Check out Legacy Athletics Pro Am and other events happening at the facility at legacyathletics.ca.Instagram:Twitter: Facebook: Kashan Persian Rugs: Alex's Instagram: Andre's Instagram: Email - info@thegiftedgab.comDiscount code for 20% off at Kashan Persian Rugs: THEGIFTEDGAB

    From Grit to Grace | Overcoming Trauma and Writing Your Own Book 1K Convos #42 Ethan Nicolas

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 3, 2022


    Are you subscribed to us?Author, public speaker and coach Ethan Nicolas joins Alex for a sit-down regarding his journey overcoming trauma, seeing your path through and his journey publishing his new book ‘Grit to Grace', in which he wrote in 35 days. Ethan is also a mental health advocate with a unique approach not heard of in the field, an approach stemming from experience first. Check out the story and be a part of the Grit to Grace movement here.Instagram:Twitter: Facebook: Kashan Persian Rugs: Alex's Instagram: Andre's Instagram: Email - info@thegiftedgab.comDiscount code for 20% off at Kashan Persian Rugs: THEGIFTEDGAB

    The Reality Cheque ft Tychon Carter-Newman | 1K Convos

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 24, 2022 57:08


    Tychon is the first male person of Color to win Big Brother Canada. Along with being a reality show winner, Tychon is a basketball referee, urban planner, public speaker and host of his new series, 'Mental Health Mondays' where he talks openly about social, emotional and psychological issues within the community. In this episode, Tychon stops by The Gifted Gab to talk winning $100,000 on Big Brother, mental health, the pursuit of happiness and much more.

    Can We Move On Already? Direction and Identity, Censorship and Responsibility on The Gifted Gab #33

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 17, 2022


    Are you subscribed to us?Andre Kelly and Alex Eskandarkhah sit down during the tail end of the pandemic (hopefully) and discuss how they persevered with their respective crafts and The Gifted Gab. They touch on censorship and responsibility with information as the state of media has taken an interesting turn in the podcasting world and traditional media. The two also touch on identity, direction and objective and the vicious cycles that may prevent you from finding it. Instagram:Twitter: Facebook: Kashan Persian Rugs: Alex's Instagram: Andre's Instagram: Email - info@thegiftedgab.comDiscount code for 20% off at Kashan Persian Rugs: THEGIFTEDGAB

    Good Storytelling Matters ft Caleb Anton | 1K Convos

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 10, 2022


    Caleb Anton is a former hooper turned Artist, Writer and Actor with features on Netflix's Suits, Mayor of Kingstown and Grand Army. In this episode we discuss the importance of vulnerability as black men, diversification in the entertainment industry, storytelling and the release of his new EP "Well That Was Unexpected". Don't forget to subscribe and keep up with our latests releases at thegiftedgab.com

    Your Reputation is Everything | 1K Convos featuring Ivan Touko

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 3, 2022


    Ivan Touko sits down with Alex Eskandarkhah to discuss his venture La Connexional, the intangibles of a university education and Ivan's stint in the inception of the Black Owned Market. Alex and Ivan were both selected to Storyhive and the Black Screen Office short documentary program. They discuss the importance of protecting your reputation, pivoting and rebranding in the business world.

    What Really Happened At AstroWorld ft DJ Shannon Supreme | 1K Convos

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 31, 2022


    Are you subscribed to us?André sits down with DJ, host and business owner @DJshannonsupreme. As a Toronto-bred DJ and host for 10+ years, Shannon's expertise and catalogue speaks for itself. She was also aired on MTV's 1guy5girls show in previous years. Her expertise later earned her a trip to Houston, working at several establishments & an invite to AstroWorld, woefully causing 300+ non-fatal injuries and killing 10. In following months, the media painted a narrative showing us one side of the story. DJ Shannon Supreme offered us another without the filters and mass-bias. Tap in and don't forget to subscribe as we uncovered harsh truths from that day along with the realities of mental health, business + more.Instagram:Twitter: Facebook: Kashan Persian Rugs: Alex's Instagram: Andre's Instagram: Email - info@thegiftedgab.comDiscount code for 20% off at Kashan Persian Rugs: THEGIFTEDGAB

    Dark Times = The Best Art | Music and Authenticity 1K Convos featuring 96

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 20, 2022


    Are you subscribed to us?Instagram:Twitter: Facebook: Kashan Persian Rugs: Alex's Instagram: Andre's Instagram: Email - info@thegiftedgab.comDiscount code for 20% off at Kashan Persian Rugs: THEGIFTEDGAB

    What would it be like dating in the Metaverse? Mental Health, Art and NFTs | 1K Convos featuring Jamelle Davis

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 13, 2022


    Are you subscribed to us?Happy new year from the Gifted Gab crew, it's a new year and a new 1K Convo! Jamelle joins Alex to talk art and mental health, and how they each hold themselves accountable throughout their own personal journey. Jamelle discusses how the pandemic has contributed to his art, and the two also go into what dating in the Metaverse might really look like.Matthew SiuInstagram:Twitter: Facebook: Kashan Persian Rugs: Alex's Instagram: Andre's Instagram: Email - info@thegiftedgab.comDiscount code for 20% off at Kashan Persian Rugs: THEGIFTEDGAB

    I DON'T USE TOILET PAPER AND HERE'S WHY | 1K Convo #0035 ft Purpose

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 29, 2021


    Come ring in the New Year on a good note ft videographer, photographer and creator Purpose. We dive into his experience touring with Rick Ross & his Legends of the Streetz tour, working alongside Fabolous & J Cole, and most importantly…why he chooses not to use toilet paper. Tap in and bring hand sanitizer too.

    Building Your Own Path - Hoops, The Obamas and Reinventing Yourself feat. Malcolm Duvivier 1K034

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 25, 2021


    Alex Eskandarkhah is back this time with a previously recorded episode with professional hooper and mortgage/cryptocurrency specialist Malcolm Duvivier. Malcolm's story is one for the ages, growing up in downtown Toronto, to getting a scholarship to play at Oregon State University and representing his country, Malcolm is truly built different when it comes to creating your own path. His new venture, Everlasting Wealth is taking the crypto lane by storm as he leverages his finance degree to analyze the market and time purchases of up and coming coins, translating his expertise into the relatively new world of cryptocurrency. SHOP MERCH AND LISTEN TO THE PODCAST HERE: https://www.thegiftedgab.com Make sure to stay up to date with us on all platforms below! Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thegiftedgab/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/thegiftedgab?lang=en Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thegiftedgab Kashan Persian Rugs: https://www.kashanpersianrugs.ca Alex's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/alwaysaflex/ Andre's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/andreckelly/ Email - info@thegiftedgab.com Discount code for 20% off at Kashan Persian Rugs: THEGIFTEDGAB

    Your Blog is Worth What? | 1K Convo 0033 ft @TENNISxCLUB

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 19, 2021 43:30


    We're back with another 1K episode featuring artist, songwriter & director @TennisxClub. This was one of my favourite episodes as we strolled down memory lane exploring the effects of the blog era on todays culture along with his own personal experiences hosting personalities like the late Mac Miller, Shawn Desmond, Big Sean, Steve Aoki & more. TennisxClub also lends branding & creative strategies he uses to maximize his own work within the industry, directing videos for the likes of Ramriddlz, Danny Fernandes & 11:11

    Find Your Own Fashion | Get Fresh ft SMRSOVR (1K Convo 0032)

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 25, 2021


    Are you subscribed to our channel? Smrsovr is a Canadian singer, songwriter and manager at one of Toronto's most reputable clothing boutiques, GetFreshCompany (Owned & Operated by T.O's very own Jebril "Fresh" Jalloh, entrepreneur, business mogul & creative). We sat down and talked fashion, music and why Toronto's creative scene isn't what you may think it is. @Smrsovr @GetFreshCompany https://gfctoronto.com Cut by: @reel.gogetters Produced by: @andreckelly Secondary editor: @moreofaaliyah Host: Brmn Studios SHOP MERCH AND LISTEN TO THE PODCAST HERE: https://www.thegiftedgab.com Make sure to stay up to date with us on all platforms below! Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thegiftedgab/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/thegiftedgab?lang=en Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thegiftedgab Kashan Persian Rugs: https://www.kashanpersianrugs.ca Alex's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/alwaysaflex/ Andre's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/andreckelly/ Email - info@thegiftedgab.com Discount code for 20% off at Kashan Persian Rugs: THEGIFTEDGAB

    Get To Know Your City Councillors - Shamair Turner on 1K Convos

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 14, 2021


    Are you subscribed to us?A 1K Convo a long time in the making.With Edmonton municipal election coming up; Alex chats with Shamair Turner, candidate for Ward Karhiio.These two talk local politics, voter apathy and what it would mean for the city of Edmonton to have its first woman of colour serving as councilor, as well as the hurdles that BIPOC women have faced to get there.Find out more about Shamair Turner and their campaign at https://www.shamairturner.com/ and be sure to get out and vote next week if you are eligible.You can find this episode and many more on YouTube, Apple Podcasts and Spotify.- Matthew SiuInstagram:Twitter: Facebook: Kashan Persian Rugs: Alex's Instagram: Andre's Instagram: Email - info@thegiftedgab.comDiscount code for 20% off at Kashan Persian Rugs: THEGIFTEDGAB

    Creating Your Brand x Community featuring 25th Hour's Ace Sindico

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 7, 2021


    Are you subscribed to us?In this episode Alex Eskandarkhah chats with Ace Sindico from 25th Hour, a “boutique creative agency” based out of Edmonton Alberta.Alex and Ace chat about the concept of 25th hour, how it came about and where they are headed, as well as the importance of representation, branding and identity.The two go into what it means to be a community. Ace having grown up in Edmonton, what he knows and understands to be “Edmonton” is leagues different from what many associate with the city. So, believe me when I say, Ace knows better than anyone how important it is to have that representation, and putting effort into shining a light on these communities and building each other up from within. - Matthew SiuInstagram:Twitter: Facebook: Kashan Persian Rugs: Alex's Instagram: Andre's Instagram: Email - info@thegiftedgab.comDiscount code for 20% off at Kashan Persian Rugs: THEGIFTEDGAB

    CLB vs. Donda - Therapizing with The Gifted Gab #32

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 29, 2021


    Are you subscribed to us?Alex Eskandarkhah and Andre Kelly are back to banter over the newest releases from Drake and Kanye West. The duo debates, therapizes and discusses the acting and actors, music and musicians and Andre's relationship status.Instagram:Twitter: Facebook: Kashan Persian Rugs: Alex's Instagram: Andre's Instagram: Email - info@thegiftedgab.comDiscount code for 20% off at Kashan Persian Rugs: THEGIFTEDGAB

    Graduation - Back to School With The Gifted Gab S3

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 8, 2021


    Are you subscribed to us?It's back to school so we got Andre and Alex here to kick off S3 of The Gifted Gab to remind you why you decided to pursue higher education.SHOP MERCH AND LISTEN TO THE PODCAST HERE: https://www.thegiftedgab.comMake sure to stay up to date with us on all platforms below!Instagram:Twitter: Facebook: Kashan Persian Rugs: Alex's Instagram: Andre's Instagram: Email - info@thegiftedgab.comDiscount code for 20% off at Kashan Persian Rugs: THEGIFTEDGABMusic provided by DJ J-Mello

    Picture Me Rolling | Netflix Features, Tips and Trials with Tameka Nicole (1K Convo)

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 2, 2021


    Who's Really Making Change in the Community? Andrew Parker has the answers.

    Play Episode Listen Later May 20, 2021


    Are you subscribed to us?Alex Eskandarkhah and Andre Kelly are back and this time with Andrew Parker, a former high school teacher and the co-founder of the Black Teachers Association. In a conversation full of real insight from the front line, stories of shifting culture and change itself, Mr. Parker continues to educate and inspire every human to be a pillar of light in their communities. SHOP MERCH AND LISTEN TO THE PODCAST HERE: https://www.thegiftedgab.comMake sure to stay up to date with us on all platforms below!Instagram:Twitter: Facebook: Kashan Persian Rugs: Alex's Instagram: Andre's Instagram: Email - info@thegiftedgab.comDiscount code for 20% off at Kashan Persian Rugs: THEGIFTEDGABMusic provided by DJ J-Mello

    Be Prolific | Entrepreneurship and Staying in your Lane | 1K Convos Featuring Dave Singleton

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 23, 2021


    Are you subscribed to our channel?Alex Eskandarkhah sits down with Dave Singleton, skills trainer and entrepreneur. Dave is off to the races, and keeping busy with the opening of his new facility Prolific Sports House in Calgary, Alberta. Dave has played basketball at the highest level and transitioned seamlessly into entrepreneurship after graduating with a degree in marketing. We joined him at his facility to talk hoops, grinding and the journey itself, in this special episode of 1K Convos.SHOP MERCH AND LISTEN TO THE PODCAST HERE: https://www.thegiftedgab.comMake sure to stay up to date with us on all platforms below!Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thegiftedgab/Twitter: https://twitter.com/thegiftedgab?lang=enFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/thegiftedgabKashan Persian Rugs: https://www.kashanpersianrugs.caAlex's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/alwaysaflex/Andre's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/andreckelly/

    I've Been Fighting All My Life | Refugee to Wrestler | 1K Convos Featuring Kid Chocolate Mo Jabari

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 9, 2021


    Are you subscribed to our channel?Alex Eskandarkhah sits down with Mo Jabari AKA Kid Chocolate on the wrestling circuit is on the brink of superstardom. His work ethic, vision and determination has brought him from the refugee camps in Kenya to being the first Somali-Kenyan wrestler in the rooms with his idols and WWE superstars. He joins The Gifted Gab to discuss his humble beginnings, how he knew he was born for wrestling, his run ins with his idols like Randy Orton and learning the game first hand from the best there is, the best there was, the best there ever will be, Bret 'Hitman' Hart. SHOP MERCH AND LISTEN TO THE PODCAST HERE: https://www.thegiftedgab.comMake sure to stay up to date with us on all platforms below!Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thegiftedgab/Twitter: https://twitter.com/thegiftedgab?lang=enFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/thegiftedgabKashan Persian Rugs: https://www.kashanpersianrugs.caAlex's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/alwaysaflex/Andre's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/andreckelly/Email - info@thegiftedgab.comDiscount code for 20% off at Kashan Persian Rugs: THEGIFTEDGAB

    Try Something New For Once | 1K Convos #25 Featuring DJ RoseGold

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 2, 2021


    Are you subscribed to our channel?DJ RoseGold joins the Gab to talk the Canadian entertainment industry, the value in branding and why pursuing different crafts is key. DJ RoseGold also lends some advice for anyone looking to excel within the creative & curating scene.SHOP MERCH AND LISTEN TO THE PODCAST HERE: https://www.thegiftedgab.comMake sure to stay up to date with us on all platforms below!Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thegiftedgab/Twitter: https://twitter.com/thegiftedgab?lang=enFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/thegiftedgabKashan Persian Rugs: https://www.kashanpersianrugs.caAlex's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/alwaysaflex/Andre's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/andreckelly/Email - info@thegiftedgab.comDiscount code for 20% off at Kashan Persian Rugs: THEGIFTEDGAB

    Norooz Pirooz | Persian New Year 1K w/ Unlcky Barz| Unlcky, Haji Firooz, the Pandemic 1 Year Later

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 20, 2021


    Are you subscribed to our channel?Unlcky Barz joins Alex Eskandarkhah and the Gifted Gab again, this time to celebrate Norooz, talk poetry, and how the pandemic has influenced a lot more than we expected, one year later.SHOP MERCH AND LISTEN TO THE PODCAST HERE: https://www.thegiftedgab.comMake sure to stay up to date with us on all platforms below!Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thegiftedgab/Twitter: https://twitter.com/thegiftedgab?lang=enFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/thegiftedgabKashan Persian Rugs: https://www.kashanpersianrugs.caAlex's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/alwaysaflex/Andre's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/andreckelly/

    #29 TallBoyz is indeed a show

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 6, 2021


    The TallBoyz join The Gifted Gab to discuss their second season on CBC which explores everything from roommates who neglect their chores to the challenges of fatherhood. Measuring in at 25'2” collectively, Guled Abdi, Vance Banzo, Tim Blair and Franco Nguyen return to jab at popular culture from a very tall point of view. This season's sketches range from silly, absurdist themes, like a love song for bike couriers or rearing an oil barrel, to hard hitting examinations of power, privilege, racism, blackface and of course, spicy food.

    Do Something Your Friends Think Is Wack | 1K Convos #24 Featuring Borelson

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 27, 2021


    Are you subscribed to our channel? Andre sits down with Borelson, an African multi-media disciplinary artist and creative to discuss the black influence, accepting criticism, stepping outside the box, and Toronto's creative explosion that he coins as the "Toronto Renaissance". SHOP MERCH AND LISTEN TO THE PODCAST HERE: https://www.thegiftedgab.comMake sure to stay up to date with us on all platforms below! Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thegiftedgab/Twitter: https://twitter.com/thegiftedgab?lang=enFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/thegiftedgabKashan Persian Rugs: https://www.kashanpersianrugs.caAlex's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/alwaysaflex/Andre's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/andreckelly/

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