Facial Recognition Comedy

Comedy Pop-Up Podcast Network
  • 4.9 (74)
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Facial Recognition Comedy is a group of stand-up comedians who identify as women of Indian, South Asian, or Arab descent. It was founded to dispel the myth that “there can only be one,” as well as to emphasize that “we are not the same person.” In our podcast, FRC founders Fizaa Dosani, Pallavi Gunalan, and Zahra Ali sit down with a new guest each week to probe their unique perspectives, as well as discuss our own history, culture, and challenges as women of color.

  1. 06/29/2021

    Episode 153: When the Pendulum Swings

    Zahra and Fizaa talk about getting back into real life, the future of social audio, assimilating into white culture, and more! Who got flashed during their IRL comedy set? Tune in to the Facial Recognition Comedy Podcast on your podcast app, iTunes, Spotify, Stitcher, SoundCloud, Google Play, iHeartRadio, PlayerFM, or Spreaker to find out!

    1h 7m

  2. 06/16/2021

    Episode 152: Made in Newark with Ibrahim Khalif

    Comedian, friend, and fellow Jersey kid, Ibrahim Khalif joins Zahra to talk about his #1 ranked comedy album, Placebo. Go get it on Apple Music! They talk about paving their own paths when gatekeepers play favorites. Who wins the debate on women vs. men? Tune in to the Facial Recognition Comedy Podcast on your podcast app, iTunes, Spotify, Stitcher, SoundCloud, Google Play, iHeartRadio, PlayerFM, or Spreaker to find out!

    1h 10m

  3. 04/13/2021

    Episode 151: Petty Online with Yamini Nambimadom

    Comedian, actor, writer, and bisexual icon, Yamini Nambimadom joins Pallavi to talk Twitter, the false fear surrounding cancel culture, and how to hold people accountable. We talk about how social media helps us and hurts us and how to separate our personalities from what our parents projected on us. What insecurities do Desi women have to unlearn as adults because of the stereotypes imposed on us as children? Find out on this episode of the Facial Recognition Comedy Podcast found on your podcast app, iTunes, Spotify, Stitcher, SoundCloud, Google Play, iHeartRadio, PlayerFM, or Spreaker!

    1h 11m

  4. 08/06/2019

    Episode 67: Kanye of Comedy with David Lucas

    Comedian David Lucas joins the ladies to chat about life as a hood nerd, owning a gun, and how becoming a father changed his “fuck boy” mentality. We also discuss polyamory, heart break, David’s exploration of religion, and how his mom was his first manager. Tune in to the Facial Recognition Comedy Podcast on your podcast app, iTunes, Spotify, Stitcher, SoundCloud, Google Play, iHeartRadio, PlayerFM, or Spreaker! Video versions of the podcast available at https://tinyurl.com/y9rzlxbb Podcast Website: https://www.comedypopupla.com/facialrecognitioncomedy Follow us: https://www.instagram.com/fizaadosani https://www.instagram.com/reallyzahra https://www.instagram.com/pallavigunalan

    52 min

  5. 05/21/2019

    Episode 56: Beast Mode with Priyanka Wali and Sammy Obeid

    Comedians Priyanka Wali and Sammy Obeid join the ladies of FRC to talk about dragon eggs, Priyanka’s appetite for French men, and Sammy’s obsession with Whole Foods. We also discuss using math in comedy, cadavers from the Bodies exhibit, and generational trauma from the Kashmir territorial conflict. Everyone swaps 9/11 stories and we learn surprising details about each other. Tune in on your podcast app, iTunes, Spotify, Stitcher, SoundCloud, Google Play, iHeartRadio, PlayerFM, or Spreaker! Video versions of the podcast available at https://tinyurl.com/y9rzlxbb Podcast Website: https://www.comedypopupla.com/facialrecognitioncomedy Follow us: https://www.instagram.com/fizaadosani https://www.instagram.com/reallyzahra https://www.instagram.com/pallavigunalan https://www.instagram.com/comedypopup https://www.instagram.com/cpupodcasts

    1h 13m

  6. 03/19/2019

    Episode 47: Goatface Killah with Fahim Anwar

    Comedian, actor, seasoned backup dancer, aerospace engineer, and Afghan-American heartthrob Fahim Anwar joins us to humbly share his insight and wisdom for all “the things” he’s accomplished. From the dark ages at the World Famous Comedy Store, to one day opening for his alter ego Lance Canstopolis, Fahim’s stardom is inevitable. We’re rooting for him to one day have a membership to Costco! Tune in to this delightful episode on your podcast app, iTunes, Spotify, Stitcher, SoundCloud, Google Play, iHeartRadio, PlayerFM, or Spreaker! Video versions of the podcast available at https://tinyurl.com/y9rzlxbb Podcast Website: https://www.comedypopupla.com/facialrecognitioncomedy Follow us: https://www.instagram.com/fizaadosani https://www.instagram.com/reallyzahra https://www.instagram.com/pallavigunalan https://www.instagram.com/comedypopup https://www.instagram.com/cpupodcasts

    1h 6m

  7. 01/01/2019

    Episode 36: Lying and Life Coaching with Aristotle Athiras

    Happy New Year! In this episode of the podcast, comedian and director, @air_stotle joins the ladies of FRC to talk about his sketch and stand-up comedy group @goatfacecomedy, his tendency to date older women, and resolving conflict amongst creatives. He impersonates a Brown Dad to validate and encourage us. Tune in to the first episode of the year on your podcast app, iTunes, Spotify, Stitcher, SoundCloud, Google Play, iHeartRadio, PlayerFM, or Spreaker! Follow @fizaadosani @zahraalilive @pallavigunalan @facialrecognitoncomedy and @comedypopup for information on upcoming shows and podcast information.

    1h 20m

  8. 05/22/2018

    Episode 4: From New Zealand to NYC to LA with R&B Singer Janine

    This is a very special episode, because we get to speak with Janine (@Janine), whose debut album, 99, will be released in 3 days! If you weren’t crushing on her before, you will now. We talk to her about relationships, balancing her busy life, and her upcoming album. Be sure to follow her @janine and pick up her new album 99 on May 25th Support the podcast by becoming a patreon!!! Get access to videos and additional content at https://www.patreon.com/FacialRecognitionComedy. Follow @fizaadosani @zahraalilive @pallavigunalan @facialrecognitoncomedy and @comedypopup for information on upcoming shows and podcast information

    1h 9m

  9. 04/28/2018

    Episode 1: We Have A Podcast

    Comprised of Fizaa Dosani, Zahra Ali, and Pallavi Gunalan the Facial Recognition have launched their podcast to let you know exactly who they are. Episode 1 describes the reasoning behind launching a podcast including why they are tired of being mistaken for each other. You won't have that problem after this one! Support the podcast by becoming a patreon!!! Get access to videos and additional content at https://www.patreon.com/FacialRecognitionComedy. Follow @fizaadosani @zahraalilive @pallavigunalan @facialrecognitoncomedy and @comedypopup for information on upcoming shows and podcast information

    55 min
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Facial Recognition Comedy is a group of stand-up comedians who identify as women of Indian, South Asian, or Arab descent. It was founded to dispel the myth that “there can only be one,” as well as to emphasize that “we are not the same person.” In our podcast, FRC founders Fizaa Dosani, Pallavi Gunalan, and Zahra Ali sit down with a new guest each week to probe their unique perspectives, as well as discuss our own history, culture, and challenges as women of color.

Information

  • Creator
    Comedy Pop-Up Podcast Network
  • Years Active
    2018 - 2021
  • Episodes
    136
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
    © Comedy Pop-Up Podcast Network
  • Show Website
    Facial Recognition Comedy

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