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Akaash Singh is an Indian-American stand-up comedian, actor, and podcaster best known for his unapologetic humor and sharp takes on culture, identity, and politics. A regular on the global comedy circuit and co-host of the hit podcast Flagrant, Akaash blends his Indian roots with an American sensibility — challenging stereotypes and pushing boundaries with every punchline.

In this episode, Vinamre and Akaash discuss:

- Caste and identity in America

- Life as a comedian between New York and India

- Racism, cancel culture, and political correctness

- The Modi debate and Indian weddings abroad

- Comedy tours, trauma, and the price of honesty

- Experience with Trump, Rogan, and Alex Jones

Follow Akaash Singh:

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Timestamps:

0:00 Intro

0:50 Akaash’s Hindi skills

2:23 Caste in America

4:35 Crowd work

5:55 The Habitat & India

13:09 Indians and domestic helpers

16:15 Comics in Saudi

19:48 Experience with Trump

27:25 Best guest experience

30:45 Racism in America

33:52 Views on Modi

36:15 Indian weddings and Gujjus

40:30 Tough times

47:17 Obsession with chai

48:17 New York experience

57:13 Best interviews

59:30 Cancel culture

1:07:28 Tours and trauma

1:10:10 The problem with comedians in India

1:14:00 Alex Jones, Trump, and Rogan

1:18:43 Conclusion

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Vinamre Kasanaa is a writer at heart, podcaster and entrepreneur by craft.

He spends a significant part of his time reading and researching.

With over 500 podcasts under his belt, he’s interviewed everyone—from HNIs and industry leaders to everyday superheroes.

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