WIT Talks - A Malayalam Standup Comedy Podcast!

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Four Malayalam standup comic friends, John Joe, Mahadevan A R, Aneez M Latheef and Deepak Mohan along with their Manager friend - Rinshad Kuruniyan are on a mission to popularize standup comedy in Kerala. When they get bored of a lot of brainstorming sessions, they all sit around a table and start talking about anything and everything under the stars! Listen in for a humorous take on (maybe) your favorite topics!

  1. 5D AGO

    WIT Talks | S02E06 | PoliTricks with ഷിബു ബേബി ജോൺ!

    For the first time ever, WIT Talks steps into the political arena! Hosts Mahadevan A R, John Joe, and Aneez M Latheef sit down with Shibu Baby John - currently the State Secretary of the Revolutionary Socialist Party (RSP), Kerala.Shibu Baby John is a prominent political figure in Kerala and the son of veteran leader Baby John. A former MLA and Labour Minister of Kerala, he has balanced both politics and business, and even stepped into cinema as the producer of Malaikottai Vaaliban, directed by the acclaimed Lijo Jose Pellissery and starring Mohanlal - one of Malayalam cinema’s biggest superstars.In this no-holds-barred conversation, the WIT crew fires questions from all directions:🎬 What really happened with Malaikottai Vaaliban at the box office?🤝 His equation with Mohanlal and current minister K. B. Ganesh Kumar🏛️ Growing up as the son of a political heavyweight🎓 Politics inside educational institutions🗳️ His take on Kerala’s current political climate👨‍👩‍👦 Family dynamics, school days, and personal philosophyThis episode is a rare mix of politics, cinema, power, and personality - all wrapped in WIT’s signature casual yet sharp questioning style.#wittalks #witcrew #malayalampodcast #shibubabyjohn #rsp #rspkerala #keralapolitics #malaikottaivaaliban #mohanlal #lijojosepellissery #politicalpodcast #keralagovernment #election2026 #keralaelection #malayalamtalkshow #comedypodcast Watch WIT Talks on YouTube: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLGJxlF2M50Bn0YXrWX2zkW-7kYU4SJYm_Listen to WIT Talks on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/5WX6P4ViLoiXbOI70dLLhGFollow WIT's content on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/wit.gram/Follow WIT's content on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/wit.gram/Subscribe to WIT's content on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@WITcrewJoin our broadcast channels for exclusive updates from WIT! ഹൃദയം തരണേ, കൂട്ടുകൂടണേ ❤️ Instagram Channel: https://www.instagram.com/channel/Abb19Lz4bCd-6jPm/ WhatsApp Channel: https://whatsapp.com/channel/0029VaxfIKwLI8YUk07dvl2t

    1h 12m
  2. FEB 6

    WIT Talks | S02E05 | Men's Commission ആവശ്യമാണോ?

    Men’s Commission, Mob Mentality & Modern Society In this free-flowing, 90-minute blink-and-you-miss-it episode of WIT Talks, Aneez M Latheef, Rinshad Kuruniyan, and John Joe sit down to unpack a topic that’s been all over the news — the demand for a Men’s Commission. With no scripts and zero filters, the trio freestyles their opinions, examining the issue from multiple angles while questioning who represents whom, whether the judiciary is unfair to men or women, and if there are systemic practices coded against either side. The conversation naturally expands into the role of social media as judge, jury, and executioner, the rise of mob mentality, and how constant online policing impacts mental health and leads to unpredictable consequences. As usual, they wander off-topic (briefly), then circle back to bigger questions: Is society actually getting better? Is civic sense improving? Why does Kerala still feel like a better place to live? Thoughtful, funny, chaotic, and surprisingly reflective — they didn’t realize 90 minutes flew by… and chances are, you won’t either.  #wittalks #malayalampodcast #comedypodcast #menscommission #kerala Watch WIT Talks on YouTube: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLGJxlF2M50Bn0YXrWX2zkW-7kYU4SJYm_ Listen to WIT Talks on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/5WX6P4ViLoiXbOI70dLLhGFollow WIT's content on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/wit.gram/Follow WIT's content on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/wit.gram/Subscribe to WIT's content on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@WITcrew

    1h 29m
  3. JAN 22

    WIT Talks | S02E03 | Magic Mushrooms ft. നാദിർ ഷാ & വിഷ്ണു ഉണ്ണികൃഷ്ണൻ | ഒരു Fun Family Fantasy പടം!

    In this episode of WIT Talks, we sit down with director Nadirshah and actor-writer Vishnu Unnikrishnan for a candid, funny, and insightful conversation ahead of their upcoming Malayalam movie Magic Mushroom. From mimicry stages and child-artist beginnings to writing blockbuster comedies and directing big films — this episode dives deep into: - The evolution of comedy in Malayalam cinema - Writing vs acting — which hurts more? - Pressure after success and fear of failure- Censorship, audience sensitivity & today’s comment-section culture With plenty of laughs, honest moments, and behind-the-scenes stories, this episode is a must-watch for movie lovers, comedy fans, and anyone curious about how Malayalam cinema is changing.🎧 Watch till the end for some unexpected truths and hilarious moments! #witcrew #wittalks #malayalampodcast #magicmushroomsmovie #malayalamcomedymovie #malayalmmovie #nadirshah #vishnuunnikrishnan #malayalamcomedypodcast Watch WIT Talks on YouTube: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLGJxlF2M50Bn0YXrWX2zkW-7kYU4SJYm_ Listen to WIT Talks on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/5WX6P4ViLoiXbOI70dLLhG Follow WIT's content on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/wit.gram/ Follow WIT's content on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/wit.gram/ Subscribe to WIT's content on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@WITcrew

    1h 7m
  4. JAN 8

    WIT Talks | S02E02 | സിനിമാ അഭിലാഷം! A Guide to Mollywood with Abhilash Pillai

    In this inspiring and free-flowing episode of WIT Talks, Rinshad Kuruniyan, John Joe, and Aneez M Latheef host the multi-faceted Abhilash Pillai — writer, actor, and producer — for what turns out to be a no-filters masterclass on surviving and thriving in the Malayalam film industry. Abhilash opens up about a deeply cinematic life journey driven by passion from a young age, delayed by responsibility as he first secured his family’s financial stability, and finally powered by unwavering family support when he chose cinema. After a decade of struggles, he breaks down his writing process, the paths and people that shaped his career, how he handles social media and online review teams, and the strange coincidences he encountered while filming Anand Sreebala, based on a real case. He also shares behind-the-scenes moments and the reception of Maalikappuram—his biggest commercial hit so far—teases what’s next, and talks about his most cherished cinematic ingredient: Divinity, rooted in Kerala’s temple culture that shaped his worldview. Honest, funny, and packed with hard-earned wisdom, this episode is a must-watch for movie aspirants and cinema lovers alike. 🎥✨ Listen to our Episodes on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/5WX6P4ViLoiXbOI70dLLhG WIT Talks YouTube Playlist: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLGJxlF2M50Bn0YXrWX2zkW-7kYU4SJYm_ #witcrew #malayalampodcast #abhilashpillai #moviepodcast #mollywood #cinematalks #moviediscussions #malayalamcinema #malayalammovies #masterclass

    1h 42m
  5. 11/12/2025

    WIT Talks Live | Ep 101 | അപ്പൊ ശെരി.. വീണ്ടും കാണാം! | By the by, not a goodbye | Malayalam Podcast

    🎉 EPISODE 101 – WIT TALKS LIVE | The Audience Takes Over! 🎙️We did it again — but this time, bigger, louder, and hilariously unfiltered! Our 3rd WIT Talks Live Show celebrates the 101st episode of your favorite Malayalam comedy talk show, and this time, the real stars were YOU — our fans! ❤️What was supposed to be a one-hour show turned into a 2.5-hour chaos-fest of laughter, debates, and pure connection. From relationship fights caused by WIT Talks 😅 to students confessing they listen during exams 📚 and fans calling us out for being too chill, this show had everything — part standup, part debate club, part press meet, and 100% WIT! We got roasted by our fans (and loved it), broke down how jokes are built, discussed why Malayalam standup comedy isn’t growing fast enough, and laughed about how our roast shows once set the internet on fire.This one’s for the community that made WIT what it is — chaotic, funny, brutally honest, and forever growing. 💥MEET OUR ICONIC AUDIENCE – THE REAL STARS OF EPISODE 101! 1. Dr. Anu Maria Paul – The ever-patient wife of John Joe, finally steps into the arena she’s been teased about since Episode 1. The audience couldn’t stop cheering — finally, the legend is real! 😄 2 & 3. Manu & Deepa – Deepa, the CEO of her friend circle since LKG, uses her unmatched persuasion skills to drag Manu along. A bank employee with the power to arrange marriages, settle friendships, and offer unsolicited life lessons — she even tried to find a bride for John Joe through Instagram (John didn’t check, obviously). 💌 4 & 5. Bibin & Jibina – A Seaman’s tale straight out of a soap opera! Bibin’s wife walked out just before the show (jealousy powered by WIT Talks), but came back later to meet us — love wins! ❤️ His friend, the eternal third wheel, joined him and shared the limelight. Jibina had to leave mid-show for a bus, but got a standing ovation — a first in WIT history! 🚌👏 6. Aby – A “private detective” whose intro made everyone suspicious — is he ethical or deeply unethical? Possibly a hacker, possibly Batman or for sure a bad man!? 7. Shahrukh – A finance guy (with serious beef against Union Bank 🐄💥) and a regular WIT fan who got into a hilarious argument with Aby, questioning his “legitimacy.” Then roasted the banking system. 8. Sasna – Soon-to-be CA and proud professional chiller-in-training. Her family listens to WIT Talks on full blast while cooking — hoping Aneez’s philosophy makes her mom a little more progressive. She says her work feels unbearable after listening to us. Mission accomplished. 💅 9 & 10. Abhimanyu & Ammu – Two relationship managers from rival bank branches. Ammu’s boss energy dragged introvert Abhimanyu to the show — he tried to back out, but she wouldn’t let him. They both refused to spill any “corporate tea,” proving they’re loyal to their employers (boring, but respectable). ☕🏦 11. Suhail – A civil engineer and proud WIT Talks exam survivor. He used to listen during college exams — passed them all, ruining our theory that we cause academic failure. He’s also seen Deepak live at TED Talks and says we’re better than his syllabus.* 😆 12. Rohan – A Quality Engineer and a “moderate” WIT fan (ouch). He likes *clean comedy* and didn’t love our Roast era — citing how even AIB fell after theirs. Fair point, but also… we’re funnier. 😜 13. Moses – Ex-Bengaluru engineer, current mystery man. Quit his job after “mutual resignation” (sounds suspiciously like our bad influence). Related deeply to our Therapy Episode but refused to share his full story. We’re still curious, Moses. 👀 14. Sony – One of our OGs — a WIT Talks fan since the early days. This episode is not just a celebration of WIT Talks hitting 101, but a celebration of the community that shaped it — the ones who laugh with us, question us, roast us, and keep us real.🎙️ Watch it now — 2.5 hours of madness, shortened to 1:49 hrs of honesty, and Malayali energy at its purest.

    1h 49m
  6. 11/05/2025

    WIT Talks | Ep 100 | Pets | വളർത്തു മൃഗങ്ങൾ വീട്ടിലോ.. പ്ലേറ്റിലോ | Malayalam Podcast

    It’s the 100th episode of WIT Talks! 💯 The gang — Rinshad Kuruniyan, Aneez M Latheef, Deepak Mohan, and John Joe — sit down to celebrate this milestone the only way they know how: with unfiltered laughter, wild stories, and a topic that’s close to (most of) their hearts — PETS! 🐶🐱 From adorable beginnings to rabid detours (literally), the episode is a riot of personal pet stories, hilarious confessions, and pure WIT-style madness. Deepak shares his pet tales, Rinshad opens up about his tragic four-day pet-cat experience with Sathru, John Joe brags about his zoo-worthy pet history (especially his love for squirrels 🐿️ and his dream of training cockatoos to swear 🤬🦜), while Aneez stands firm — “Animals belong on plates, not in houses!” 🍗 Packed with nostalgia, mischief, and belly laughs, this episode is a perfect reflection of what 100 episodes of WIT Talks have always been about — friendship, chaos, and way too much honesty. ❤️ 🎙️ Here’s to 100 more episodes of laughter and lunacy with your favorite Malayali comedians! #witcrew #wittalks #100episodes #malayalampodcast #comedypodcast #pets #petstories #doglove #catlovers #malayalamstories About WIT Talks: WIT Talks is an unfiltered, brutally honest, and hilariously entertaining Malayalam podcast where standup comedians John Joe, Mahadevan A R, Deepak Mohan, and Aneez M Latheef—along with their manager Rinshad Kuruniyan—sit down for raw, no-holds-barred discussions on everything under the sun. From standup comedy and pop culture to personal stories and thought-provoking debates, WIT Talks is all about keeping it real with humor at its core. Whether it's deep dives into cinema, roasting each other, or interacting with fans, every episode guarantees a fun ride! Join our broadcast channels for exclusive updates from WIT! ഹൃദയം തരണേ, കൂട്ടുകൂടണേ ❤️ Instagram Channel: https://www.instagram.com/channel/Abb19Lz4bCd-6jPm/ WhatsApp Channel: https://whatsapp.com/channel/0029VaxfIKwLI8YUk07dvl2t WIT Talks YouTube playlist - https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLGJxlF2M50Bn0YXrWX2zkW-7kYU4SJYm_ Listen to our episodes on Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/5WX6P4ViLoiXbOI70dLLhG?si=Z6IT09gPSwOO9W7Mud4RCw Listen to our episodes on YouTube Music - https://music.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLGJxlF2M50Bn0YXrWX2zkW-7kYU4SJYm_&si=tTZrnj13Hpq9xq3J Listen to our episodes on Amazon Music - https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/dc91278f-2578-42b8-a85a-1387412a2430 Listen to our episodes on Apple Podcasts - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/wit-talks-a-malayalam-standup-comedy-talk-show/id1777996482 Listen to our episodes on Castbox - https://castbox.fm/ch/6342328 Listen to our episodes on Goodpods - https://goodpods.com/podcasts/wit-talks-a-malayalam-standup-comedy-talk-show-602939 DISCLAIMER We had fun creating this episode and it is only intended for entertainment purposes. We do not wish to harm the sentiments of any person/profession/art/work/religion/cast/organization/entities (hope that covers everything). These are just jokes, relax and enjoy! Follow WIT - https://www.instagram.com/wit.gram/ Follow John Joe - https://www.instagram.com/johnpjoe/ Follow Mahadevan A R - https://www.instagram.com/mahadevan_a_r/ Follow Aneez M Latheef - https://www.instagram.com/aneezmlatheef/ Follow Deepak Mohan - https://www.instagram.com/deepakmohan24/ Credits: Hosts: Aneez M Latheef, Deepak Mohan, John Joe, Rinshad Kuruniyan Producer: Rinshad Kuruniyan Production Coordinator: Akhilesh K R Production Assistant: Sidheeq E M Camera: Akhil Sundaram Edit: Sudheesh M S Bad Thumbnail Design: Rinshad Kuruniyan Venue: Social Table, Wonderwall Media

    1h 23m

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Four Malayalam standup comic friends, John Joe, Mahadevan A R, Aneez M Latheef and Deepak Mohan along with their Manager friend - Rinshad Kuruniyan are on a mission to popularize standup comedy in Kerala. When they get bored of a lot of brainstorming sessions, they all sit around a table and start talking about anything and everything under the stars! Listen in for a humorous take on (maybe) your favorite topics!