This week we are joined by stand-up comedian Zaib Pirani, who makes jokes about growing up in a family of previously-undocumented Indian-Muslims in Sugar Land, Texas. The conversation delves into the nuances of religious identity, the impact of cultural expectations, and the importance of finding one's own path.

Alone At Lunch

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Alone Having an Emotionally Intelligent Dad with Comedian Zaib Pirani

NOV 24, 202559 MIN
Alone At Lunch

Alone Having an Emotionally Intelligent Dad with Comedian Zaib Pirani

NOV 24, 202559 MIN

Description

This week we are joined by Zaib Pirani! Zaib is a stand-up comedian in New York City, who makes jokes about his life; especially about growing up in a family of previously-undocumented Indian-Muslims in Sugar Land, Texas.

In this episode, Zaib shares his journey from Texas to New York, exploring his experiences with religion, community, and comedy. He discusses the challenges of fitting into traditional religious communities and how comedy helped him find a sense of belonging in New York. The conversation delves into the nuances of religious identity, the impact of cultural expectations, and the importance of finding one's own path.

Recommendations From This Episode: 

A Nice Indian Boy

The Religion Business

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