Podcasts about funny brown girl

We have our first stand-up comedian appearing on the Sound Connections podcast! Shereen Kassam (aka Funny Brown Girl) is an internationally touring comedian who has worked with some of the biggest names in comedy and was named Florida's Funniest Female. In this episode, Shereen spoke with us about how she got her start in comedy after her new roommate drank all of her liquor and dragged her to a comedy show in Boston. Shereen hated the show so much she asked for her money back. The venue instead challenged her to go on stage herself to see how hard it was, and the rest was history! In addition to her standup career, she also is a manager for a Fortune 100 company, an award-winning podcast host, and is getting ready to perform her first Ted Talk. We'll talk more with Shereen about her podcast and Ted Talk in an upcoming episode! Make sure to listen and subscribe to the Sound Connections podcast on your favorite podcasting apps including Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and Google Podcasts!

This episode is a bit late but it was recorded the day after the US Capitol was stormed. We sit down with Aston Mack from the Orlando Freedom Fighters, Ken Miller from Real Laughs, the Funny Brown Girl herself Shereen Kassam, TaylorGang from the Orlando Side Show, and making her podcast debut Destiny B. This episode hit the hard topic of Racism in the US and the Chaos at happened at the Capitol. Welcome to the Chaos.

Corporate media mogul by day and comedian by night, Shereen Kassam calls herself a “creative hustler.” That's because the comedian is also an actress and runs her own podcast called the Creative Breakthrough, which highlights artists and other creative entrepreneurs.   She began her career in comedy under the disguise Funny Brown Girl, way before her parents found out about her side gig that turned into a major part of her identity. She talks about how she went from following her parents' dreams of being a businesswoman to fulfilling her own passions and building a balanced life of stability and happiness.   She opens up about heated encounters as a Muslim comedian,  how her relationship with her parents went through shaky times, and how comparison on social media is the thief of joy.

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Damon Williams is an internationally touring comedian who has been seen on Showtime at the Apollo, BET’s Comic View, and The Tom Joyner Sky Show.  We chat about the emotional and financial impacts of COVID-19 and Damon’s advice to creatives during this unprecedented time.  Participate in Damon’s #steptothemic competition on Instagram   Shereen Kassam aka Funny Brown Girl shares her thoughts from self-quarantine – everything from how she’s surviving without comedy to almost being arrested for stealing.    We talk free resources and opportunities all available on the Facebook group and by subscribing to my email list   Free course on Happiness:  The Science of Well-Being   We chat resources if you’re feeling depressed or struggling with what’s going on – National Suicide Prevention Lifeline (USA only): 1-800-273-8255 International Suicide Lifeline: org/international-suicide-hotlines.html Talkspaceis an online and mobile therapy company based in New York City.  Talkspace users have access to licensed therapists through the website or mobile app on iOS and Android.   Donate to my Podcast Fund: www.ko-fi.com/funnybrowngirl Donate $20 or more, and we can schedule a 30 minute Skype call to chat about your creative journey and challenges   This week’s guest: Damon Williams from Subway shop owner to internationally touring comedian   Who is Damon Williams? With 25 years in the industry, Damon Williams is a former Subway sandwich shop owner from Chicago, IL who began his comedy career at All Jokes Aside Comedy club. Damon's previous television appearances include BET's Comic View dating back to 1994, including his own one-hour special. He's been featured on BET LIVE, Comedy Central's Premium Blend, The Tom Joyner Sky Show on TV ONE, and HBO's P Diddy's Bad Boys of Comedy.   The Funny Man from Chicago even hosted several episodes of the legendary Showtime at the Apollo, following seasoned host & TV star Steve Harvey. In 1999 Damon performed for over 300,000 fans as the opening act for the highly successful Kings of Comedy Tour, establishing him as one of the elite comics in the nation. His popularity has provided him the opportunity to work with some of the biggest stars in the business such as Aretha Franklin, Pattie Labelle, Luther Vandross, Ray Charles, Harry Belafonte, Chris Rock, James Brown, Jamie Foxx, Little Richard, and even President Barack Obama – where he served as host for a campaign brunch.   Damon is keeping Chicago on the map as co-owner of Riddle’s Comedy Club where he’s providing a stage for new and veteran comedic talent. Damon previously held the "Funny Chair" seat as co-host on the legendary nationally syndicated Tom Joyner Morning Show, and is seen consistently on Chicago’s #1 Day Talk Show, Windy City Live.   Key Questions answered by Damon Williams: How he went from entrepreneur to comedian How being an entrepreneur helped him as a creative Should I be performing live on social media during this lockdown? As a creative, what should I be doing during COVID-19 lockdown? What’s the best advice Damon has received? What is Damon’s definition of success Who inspires Damon? What is a habit that has helped Damon on his journey What does Damon want his journey to be   Damon Williams Discusses: Negotiations and contracts Creating opportunities for exposure Chicago vs LA vs NYC His comedy club in the midst of COVID-19 How Damon is spending his day’s in lockdown What made Damon successful Advice Damon has for creatives     Key Takeaways from Damon Williams:   Always negotiate first Create your own opportunities to build exposure Appreciate the simple things during this time Use this time to reset Find ways to adapt Do what you love and opportunities will find you Listen on Apple Podcasts, Soundcloud, Stitcher and Google Play Click here to subscribe via RSS feed (non-iTunes feed): https://funnybrowngirl.libsyn.com/rss   Announcements If you’re looking for a community of supportive creative entrepreneurs to elevate your journey to the next level, join me here: https://funnybrowngirl.com/facebook Subscribe to my newsletter of creative resources, including opportunities and fellowships at https://funnybrowngirl.com/subscribe    Social Media Info Connect Online:   Damon Williams – www.damonwilliamscomedian.com Shereen Kassam – www.funnybrowngirl.com   Twitter: Damon Williams - @damonwilliam Shereen Kassam - @funnybrowngirl   Instagram Damon Williams - @damonwilliamscomedy Shereen Kassam - @funnybrowngirl   #CreativeBreakthrough #CreativeBreakthroughPodcast #CreativeBT

This week’s guest: Me, your host – Shereen Kassam aka the Funny Brown Girl!   Who is Shereen Kassam? Shereen Kassam has been named “Funniest Female in Florida” and has performed on HBO and NBC.    After receiving her Bachelors from Brown, an MBA from The Wharton School at the University of Pennsylvania, and working for Fortune 100 firms including Deloitte, Amazon, JPMorgan, and Disney, Kassam decided she wanted more from life. That’s when she discovered entertainment – specifically stand-up comedy.  Her first time on stage, Kassam realized she was born to perform.  She is now an internationally touring stand-up comedian who has performed worldwide on stages from New York to Saigon.  She has appeared on HBO and NBC, worked with Arsenio Hall and Preacher Lawson, and hosted the International Arts Festival in Lisbon, Portugal.  Kassam is also the host of the award-winning podcast – Creative Breakthrough – where she shares strategies and inspiration to pursue one’s creative passions and is a guest host on iHeartRadio’s #1 Morning Talk Show.  When she’s not telling jokes, Kassam also acts and speaks on subjects ranging from Work-Life Balance to Creativity.    Kassam currently resides in Orlando, Florida and has a difficult time saying no to chicken wings.  Episode Show Notes: “Art leads you back to the person you were after the world took you away from yourself.”   This quote embodies everything I want to talk about today.   For me, discovering stand-up comedy helped me develop in to the woman I am today.  But it also allowed me to rediscover my voice, my confidence, and most of all my sense of worth.   When I was 19 years old, I had just completed my freshman year at Brown.  Life was great.  I had no qualms, no issues, and no stress.    I attended a camp that summer.  It was a privilege to be invited and I didn’t hesitate to say yes.          The first day of camp, I went to sleep as I always do. Until I woke up with a member of the camp’s leadership board on top of me.    My life changed that night.  Not only because of the incident of that night, but what followed.    No one cared.  No one wanted to listen.  Not the women, and definitely not the men.  They all had excuses.  I was told to go to sleep and I’ll feel better in the morning.  Some said it’s just fun and games.  Others said it’s not a big deal, it happens.  Fathers who had daughters.  Mothers who had sons.  Women I considered friends.  Men I considered my brothers.   No one listened to me.  My calls and my emails went unanswered for days that became weeks that became months.  I quickly felt my voice stripped away from me.  I was in a deep depression.         For years, I had nightmares, turned to alcohol, and stopped being an active member of society.  I was hurt and angered.  At times I felt like giving up.    Then I discovered stand-up comedy.  Why I started stand-up is a crazy story.  I had never seen a live stand-up show, but a friend dragged me to a show against my will.  I bored silly, with dude after dude telling the same jokes about their wives, dogs, and gentiles.  After the show, I demanded a refund.  And well, I didn’t get my refund.  Instead I was told to try comedy and see how difficult it is to make people laugh.  I took on that challenge.  The first time I got on stage and I heard the crowd roar in laughter, I knew I found my calling.    But deep down inside, I loved stand-up because I finally had a voice again.  I could I get on stage, share my views of the world, and people listened.  People were engaged in what I had to say. It was such an amazing feeling to be confident again after all those years.  To discover a part of me that had become hidden.  I poured my time in to comedy.    A few years ago, I discovered that the man who had assaulted me was now in a leadership role that oversaw the camp! I was outraged.  I spoke out again.  It wasn't any different 15 years later - people still wanted to ignore the situation.  But this time I was stronger and more vocal.  People started responding to my calls and emails.  Slowly changes started to happen.   The leaders of the camp agreed we should have a sexual assault policy in place, as well as an escalation policy if this happened again.  These policies were introduced nationwide this summer.  The man who assaulted me suddenly resigned.  I received an apology from leadership.  And most of all – I discovered a new passion for women empowerment and mental health.      Stand-up comedy helped me find myself again and make a difference.  It was a long journey, but a necessary one.  I can’t go back and save all the other women who may have come in contact with this predator, but I can at least protect women going forward.   I also finally took the necessary steps I need to heal and started to see a therapist this year.  Holding on to all that anger for so many years was not healthy.  It was a relief to finally share how I felt with someone who cared, who understood, and who gave me the confidence to fight.    Whether you are dealing with grief, a breakup, or any other hardship, I urge you to pour that emotion in to your art, seek help, and most of all, remember you are worthy and able to overcome whatever life is throwing at you.      With that I wish you all a safe holiday season and please if you need someone to talk to please reach out to the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline that’s available 24 hours every day and is anonymous – 1.800.273.8255   Now go flex your creative muscle and keep winning.   Listen on Apple Podcasts, Soundcloud, Stitcher and Google Play Click here to subscribe via RSS feed (non-iTunes feed): https://funnybrowngirl.libsyn.com/rss   Announcements If you’re looking for a community of supportive creative entrepreneurs to elevate your journey to the next level, join me here: https://funnybrowngirl.com/facebook Subscribe to my newsletter of creative resources, including opportunities and fellowships at https://funnybrowngirl.com/subscribe   Social Media Info   Connect on Instagram:   FunnyBrownGirl – @funnybrowngirl   Connect on Twitter: FunnyBrownGirl – @funnybrowngirl   #CreativeBreakthrough #CreativeBreakthroughPodcast #CreativeHustler

Shereen Kassam aka Funny Brown Girl talks about how she got into comedy, her lows and highs as a comedian, and advice for others dealing with adversity.

Shereen Kassam defines herself as a corporate America addict, stand-up comedy lover, speaker of all things fun, podcasting enthusiast, improv teacher and shoe junkie. What a list! Shereen's dad wanted her to be a doctor, but she couldn't cope with the blood so instead, after her degree at Brown University, she became a strategy consultant, and now works in-house for Disney in Florida, where she grew up. Shereen was a shy child, but tried stand-up for the first time after reluctantly escorting her drunk housemate to a comedy club. It's fair to say she's progressed quickly, winning multiple awards with her show, Funny Brown Girl, and performing worldwide from New York to Saigon. Shereen draws on her relationship with her South Asian Muslim parents, and is not afraid to mine material that others might be nervous of tackling. She is an honest, hilarious podcast guest and it was such a pleasure to chat to her! In this episode we discuss:  - Shereen's early life and how her career choices were shaped by conversations with her parents - Her career in strategy consulting and how her corporate life offers an unexpected degree of creativity - How she unexpectedly found stand up comedy and discovered the joy of being on stage - Her podcast, Creative Breakthrough, and the pleasure and satisfaction she draws from that - Her future aspirations for her career, succeeding in her goals and her aims in comedy  Where to find Shereen: - The Funny Brown Girl website: https://funnybrowngirl.com   - The Creative Breakthrough podcast: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/creative-breakthrough-jumpstart-your-creative-career/id1437082823  - Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/funnybrowngirl/  - LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/shereenkassam/    - Twitter: https://twitter.com/funnybrowngirl  - Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/FunnyBrownGirl/  - YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/shereenkassam    Follow us for more: - Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/smashingtheceiling/ - Twitter: https://twitter.com/smashingceiling - Facebook: www.facebook.com/smashingtheceiling  - LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/naomi-mellor-171550150/     

What’s your passion?  If you are unsure, this episode is for you! Stop spending money and time on expensive courses, books, and Instagram quotes.  Instead tune in to this episode of Creative Breakthrough where Shereen Kassam aka Funny Brown Girl will provide you tips and advice on how to find your passion.  Join the conversation!    Key Questions answered by Shereen Kassam: How to find your passion How finding your passion will change your life What can you do today to start finding your passion    Shereen discusses: How you can make the rest of your life the best days of your life   Listen on Apple Podcasts, Soundcloud, Stitcher, Spotify, and Google Play   Links mentioned on this episode Meetup.com YouTube   Click here to subscribe via RSS feed (non-iTunes feed): https://funnybrowngirl.libsyn.com/rss Announcements If you’re looking for a community of supportive creatives to elevate your journey to the next level, join me here: http://funnybrowngirl.com/subscribe Social Media Info Connect on Instagram: FunnyBrownGirl – @funnybrowngirl   Connect on Twitter:   FunnyBrownGirl – @funnybrowngirl   #CreativeBreakthrough    

In episode 294, Chris Crespo and Drewster Cogburn are joined by first time guest and stand up comic Shereen Kassam! The Streaming Pick of the Week is One Punch Man on Netflix. Dr. Drew gives his two cents on nothing because the doctor is out apparently. Billy D brings death to the movies with Hereditary... The post #294 – Funny Brown Girl appeared first on Cinema Crespodiso.

Hey guys! We're back with a bang, hope you're enjoying the new format! This week I talk to Harpreet Sehmbi an actor and comedian about what it means to be Canadian Desi, Brown voices in Comedy and what drives her ambition. You can check out her web-series 'Indie-pendant' https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC9JY4N0t7D_BeoO8uRiplbw And you can follow Harpreet by following the links below:  https://www/twitter.com/h_a_r_p https://www.instagram.com/heyharp/ Our theme song was created by the lovely Stephanie Siow (www.twitter.com/stephanie_siow) And you can find me online at www.twitter.com/thenonazarshow and email me at thenonazarshow@gmail.com  Alternatively you can also like the facebook page: http://www.facebook.com/nonazarshow Hashtag anything about the show with #NoNazarShow so I can find you! xoxo Zainab

Standup Comedian Shereen Kassam, who goes by the stage name "Funny Brown Girl", talks about what it takes to get a foothold in the world of Standup Comedy. Some of the areas we touch upon in this episode include: 1. What is standup comedy 2. Essential elements of a great comedy act 3. Building stage presence 4. Building your brand 5. Financial aspects of working as a comedian 6. Interesting and challenging aspects of working as a comedian 7. How to nurture your interest in working as a comedian Thank you for listening!! Follow the show on Twitter @LED_Curator Like us on FaceBook at www.facebook.com/learneducatediscover/ Email us at learneducatediscover@gmail.com. We will reply!! Subscribe to the show on iTunes itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/learn…ver/id1049159321 Blog: bit.ly/1R1nTDk