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🎙️ ABCD Podcast #44: 
Is Any of This Real? AI Roasts, Conspiracy Theories & More! 🤖🌌

Join Omar Najam and Sandeep Parikh with Kaylin Mahoney for a mind-bending episode exploring reality, AI, and the internet's wildest conspiracies!

This Episode's Reality-Questioning Content:
🔍 ChatGPT ruthlessly roasts the ABCD subreddit (and it's surprisingly insightful!)
🪐 The hilarious Nibiru cataclysm conspiracy theory explained
🧠 Are we living in a simulation? Our deep dive into digital reality
🤖 AI governance: humanity's salvation or our future overlords?
🦎 ABCD Game: Everything is Something (featuring swimming lizards & the inventor of the letter G)
🏆 Desi of the Week: Rep. Al Green's historic congressional stand

Plus: Updates on our movie Kickstarter campaign, DesiQuest D&D adventures, and the tastiest Gharana Foods snacks you need to try!

Stay for Sandeep's improvised conspiracy theory about chat not existing and the hosts' hilariously X-Files-inspired Patreon shoutouts! Whether you're questioning reality or just looking for laughs, this episode delivers both.

Show Notes for the 44th Episode of ABCD:
Sandeep Parikh Linktree: https://linktr.ee/sandeepparikh
Omar Najam: https://twitter.com/OmarNajam
Omar Najam: https://www.instagram.com/omarnajamfilm/ 
Kaylin Mahoney: https://www.instagram.com/kaylinmahoney/
DesiQuest: https://www.desiquest.com/
Gharana Foods: https://www.gharanafoods.com/desiquest.html

Brown News Story - ChatGPT Roasts ABCDesi's Subreddit: 
https://www.reddit.com/r/ABCDesis/comments/1j6cg0g/chatgpt_roasting_rabcdesis/
https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/technology/social/what-is-viral-instagram-trend-where-people-ask-chatgpt-to-roast-their-profile/articleshow/112735045.cms

Charkra Check-In:
https://www.linkedin.com/pulse/push-sovereign-ai-why-nations-want-control-over-future-vsr--z3rwc
https://unu.edu/article/militarization-ai-has-severe-implications-global-security-and-warfare
https://www.csis.org/analysis/ukraines-future-vision-and-current-capabilities-waging-ai-enabled-autonomous-warfare
chrome-extension://efaidnbmnnnibpcajpcglclefindmkaj/https://simulation-argument.com/simulation.pdf

Desi of the Week: Al Green
https://www.inquirer.com/opinion/green-protest-censure-congress-trump-sotu-bloody-sunday-20250316.html

Producer: Anand Shah & Kaylin Mahoney
Technical Director & Sound Designer: Anand Shah
Executive Producers: Sandeep Parikh & Anand Shah
Editor: Lauren Balint

#rabbithole #simulationtheory #autonomousweapons  #artificialintelligence #sovereigncitizen  #southasianpodcast #ABCD #indianamerican #desioftheweek #effinfunny #comedy #comedyinterview #indian #desiquest #ttrpg  #desi #dnd #dungeonsanddragons #desicomedy  #southasiannews #desipodcast  #comedypodcasts #abcdpodcast #desicomedy  #aihumor  #southasianpodcast  #chatgpt  #desiquest

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🎙️ ABCD Podcast #43: 
ABCD: Oscars Special! Hollywood Glamour with a Desi Twist 🏆✨

Join Omar Najam and special guest Dael Kingsmill on the American Born Chatty Desis for a star-studded dive into awards season! From Oscar secrets to Sundance sensations, we're breaking it all down with our signature comedy style.

In this glitzy episode:
🎬 Oscar trivia you never knew (15-minute ceremony?! Three possible "Oscar" name origins?!)
🎭 The great debate: Do the Oscars still have their magic?
🇮🇳 Two Indian filmmakers making waves at Sundance 2025
🤔 The heated "All We Imagine is Light" controversy - What makes a film truly Indian?
🎮 Our hilarious "Guess the Glitz" movie tagline game
🌟 Mindy Kaling's Hollywood Walk of Fame celebration

Plus updates on the LA wildfires affecting our own Sandeep Parikh, our delicious Gharana Foods sponsorship, and our "Desi of the Week" honoree: the incredible Guneet Monga!

Stay for our epic patron shoutouts delivered monster-truck-announcer style! It's the perfect blend of film analysis, desi perspectives, and non-stop laughs.

Special Announcements:
🥨 Exclusive Gharana Foods discount (Use "DesiQuest" for 10% off authentic Indian snacks!)

Show Notes for the 43rnd Episode of ABCD:
Sandeep Parikh Linktree: https://linktr.ee/sandeepparikh
Omar Najam: https://twitter.com/OmarNajam
Omar Najam: https://www.instagram.com/omarnajamfilm/ 
Kaylin Mahoney: https://www.instagram.com/kaylinmahoney/
Dael Kingsmill: https://www.instagram.com/daeldaily
DesiQuest: https://www.desiquest.com/
Gharana Foods: https://www.gharanafoods.com/desiquest.html

Brown News Story - All We Imagine As Light Oscar Snub https://www.hollywoodreporter.com/movies/movie-news/india-all-we-imagine-as-light-laapataa-ladies-oscars-controversy-explained-1236011778/

Desi of the Week: Guneet Monga
https://variety.com/2024/film/asia/guneet-monga-kapoor-anuja-oscars-1236190681/

Producer: Anand Shah & Kaylin Mahoney
Technical Director & Sound Designer: Anand Shah
Executive Producers: Sandeep Parikh & Anand Shah
Editor: Lauren Balint

#oscars2025 #mindykaling #indianmovie #sundancefilmfestival #filmawards  #southasianpodcast  #movietrivia #ABCD #indianamerican #desioftheweek #effinfunny #comedy #comedyinterview #indian #desiquest #ttrpg  #desi #dnd #dungeonsanddragons #desicomedy  #valentinesday #southasiannews  #bollywood  #desipodcast  #comedypodcasts

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🎙️ ABCD Podcast #42: 
"ABCD: Love, Food & Desi Life - The Ultimate Valentine's Episode! 💘🍛

Join comedy writers Rekha Shankar and Keerthi Harishankar (plus adorable dog guests Archie & Sassy! 🐕) for a delicious blend of romance and gastronomy!

This Episode's Love & Food Menu:
💝 India's epic 7-day Valentine's celebration (and Keerthi's plan to make it all about her birthday!)
🥘 Bloomberg's hot take: Why Indian food rules the world
🌶️ Perfect flavor combos: From Channa Bale to Gobi Manchurian
🐮 The hilarious failed "Cow Hug Day" saga
🍲 Why every Indian dish needs five flavors to be perfect

Plus These Tasty Segments:
🎬 Bollywood Plot Predictor: Rom-Com Edition
🎵 Grammy-winning Desi of the Week: Chandrika Tandon
🎲 DesiQuest D&D winter special preview
💌 Deep dive into Desi love languages

Special Announcements:
🥨 Exclusive Gharana Foods discount (DesiQuest for 10% off authentic Indian snacks!)
🎭 Roll for Jokes live show benefiting L.A. Wildfire Relief

Grab your favorite murku (or chakri!), cuddle up with your Valentine, and join us for the most flavorful love-filled episode yet! ❤️


Show Notes for the 42nd Episode of ABCD:
Sandeep Parikh Linktree: https://linktr.ee/sandeepparikh
Omar Najam: https://twitter.com/OmarNajam
Omar Najam: https://www.instagram.com/omarnajamfilm/ 
Kaylin Mahoney: https://www.instagram.com/kaylinmahoney/
Rekha Shankar: https://www.instagram.com/rekha_s/
Keerthi Harishankar: https://www.instagram.com/hi_keer/
DesiQuest: https://www.desiquest.com/
Gharana Foods: https://www.gharanafoods.com/desiquest.html

Story #1 - India is taking Valentine’s Day too far!!!
https://www.livemint.com/news/trends/2025-valentine-week-full-list-of-days-and-their-significance-read-on-even-if-you-re-single-11738646369476.html
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Valentine%27s_Day_in_India

Story #2 - Why India’s food is the best in the world
http://archive.today/FttY2
https://www.bloomberg.com/opinion/articles/2024-12-17/why-india-s-food-is-the-best-in-the-world

Story #3 - Unfortunately, There Are No Current Updates on Cow Hug Day.  We’ll Continue to Track this one…
https://www.smithsonianmag.com/smart-news/india-wants-to-replace-valentines-day-with-cow-hug-day-180981610/
https://www.cnn.com/2023/02/11/india/india-valentines-day-cow-hug-intl-hnk/index.html

ABCD Game: Bollywood Plot Predictor: https://www.imdb.com/title/tt14993250/

Desi of the Week: https://www.etvbharat.com/en/!lifestyle/grammy-2025-indian-american-chandrika-tandon-music-triveni-enn25020301423

Producer: Anand Shah & Kaylin Mahoney
Technical Director & Sound Designer: Anand Shah
Executive Producers: Sandeep Parikh & Anand Shah
Editor: Lauren Balint

#foodielife #lovelanguage #indianfood  #ABCD  #indianamerican #desioftheweek #effinfunny #comedy #comedyinterview #indian #desiquest #ttrpg  #desi #dnd #dungeonsanddragons #desicomedy  #valentinesday #southasiannews  #bollywood  #desipodcast  #comedypodcast

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Time travel with the American Born Chatty Desis as we revisit the game-changing October 2024 debate!  Join us for this special episode recorded right after the historic October 2024 debate but released  just after the inauguration of 2025! Political expert Mushtaq Gunja helps us unpack this pivotal moment in American politics with fresh insights and hindsight wisdom.🧠

Fun fact: This episode captures a unique moment in political history through a South Asian-American lens! 🎥

Deep Dive Analysis Include:
🎭 Harris's strategic centrism and why it matters (or so we thought)
📊 The fascinating math behind coalition-building
🗳️ Why "Vote Blue No Matter Who" still rings true
🎯 Trump's debate tactics decoded
⚖️ The delicate balance of progressive vs centrist messaging
🔍 That wild "pets in danger" claim (we can't make this stuff up!)

Plus Our Fan-Favorite Segments:
🎲 The legendary ABCD Game
🏆 Desi of the Week spotlight - Congratulations to
🎮 Updates from our DesiQuest D&D campaign
💝 Special Patreon supporter shoutouts

Join hosts Omar Najam and Sandeep Parikh as they blend expert political analysis with their signature desi humor! Whether you're a political junkie, comedy fan, or just curious about what being South Asian in America means, this episode has something for you! 🌟

📬 Got questions? We've got answers! Email us at [email protected]. 📨
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Show Notes for the 41st Episode of ABCD:
Sandeep Parikh Linktree: https://linktr.ee/sandeepparikh
Omar Najam: https://twitter.com/OmarNajam
Omar Najam: https://www.instagram.com/omarnajamfilm/ 
Kaylin Mahoney
Mushtaq Gunja
DesiQuest: https://www.desiquest.com/

Desi of the Week: 


Producer: Anand Shah & Kaylin Mahoney
Technical Director & Sound Designer: Delvan Neville 
Executive Producers: Sandeep Parikh & Anand Shah
Editor: Aiden McGarvey

#ABCD #trump2024 #harris2024 #indianamerican #kamalaharris #donaldtrump #presidentialelection #debate  #desioftheweek #effinfunny #comedy #indianamerican #comedyinterview #indian #desiquest #ttrpg  #desi #dnd #dungeonsanddragons

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🎙️ ABCD Podcast #40: 
Join 🙋‍♂️ Omar, 🧑‍🍳 Sandeep, and special guest host 🎨 Rekha Shankar as they devour the latest desi news and trends! 🗞️🌶️
☕ Discover the cultural movement behind Indian-inspired coffee shops and their unique beverages! 🇮🇳🥤
😲 Electric eels can now zap DNA into other animals - is this the start of a real-life Jurassic Park? 🐍⚡️🦖
🌭 Oh no! Joey Chestnut got disqualified from the hot dog eating contest! 🍔🍛
👨‍⚕️  "Not a Doctor!?" with Gharana Foods' Amit Patel who shares his insights on the evolving Indian food scene in America. 🍽️🇺🇸
🔮 Auntie vs Auntie 2024: Biden stepping down?  Trump's VP Pick.  Which Auntie will ascend to the ethereal plane first? 👵🏾vs👵🏽
🤯 Can you guess if these are energy drinks or RPG spells? Play the hilarious ABCD game with the hosts! 🥤🧙‍♂️
🏆 Congratulations to Khushbu Shah on her new cookbook - the "Desi of the Week"! 🍔📖
🏏 And the Runner's Up Indian Men's Cricket Team who overcame South Africa to win the 2024 T20 World Cup in North America - Desi domination! 🇮🇳🏆🇿🇦
😂 Prepare for LOL moments and good karma galore! 💸✨ Comment your favorite part and share for a chance to win! 👇
📬 Got questions? We've got answers! Email us at [email protected]. 📨
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Show Notes for the 40th Episode of ABCD:
Sandeep Parikh Linktree: https://linktr.ee/sandeepparikh
Omar Najam: https://twitter.com/OmarNajam
Omar Najam: https://www.instagram.com/omarnajamfilm/ 
Rekha Shankar: https://www.instagram.com/rekha_s
Rekha Shankar: https://www.tiktok.com/@rekhalshankar
DesiQuest: https://www.desiquest.com/
Anand Upender: https://www.anandupender.com/
Anand Upender: https://www.instagram.com/anandupender/
Gharana Foods: https://www.gharanafoods.com/desiquest.html

Story #1:  
https://sf.eater.com/2024/6/10/24173825/indian-coffee-san-francisco-south-asian-bay-area 

Story #2: 
https://www.newsweek.com/electric-eels-dna-transfer-other-animals-1849970 

Story #3: 
https://www.cnbc.com/2024/07/04/nathans-hot-dog-eating-contest-joey-chestnut-debacle.html
https://bleacherreport.com/articles/10127187-video-joey-chestnut-eats-57-hot-dogs-at-army-base-amid-nathans-eating-contest-ban

Auntie vs. Auntie Watch: 2024
https://www.theguardian.com/us-news/article/2024/jul/05/kamala-harris-memes-coconut-tree
https://www.sunjournal.com/2024/07/05/nikki-haley-is-still-the-strongest-vp-pick/

ABCD Game:
https://www.kotaku.com.au/2020/04/rpg-spell-or-energy-drink-flavor/

Desi of the Week: 
https://www.eater.com/24167217/khushbu-shah-amrikan-cookbook-interview 
https://www.npr.org/2024/06/29/nx-s1-5023676/india-cricket-t20-world-cup-south-africa

Producer: Anand Shah & Kaylin Mahoney
Technical Director & Sound Designer: Delvan Neville 
Executive Producers: Sandeep Parikh & Anand Shah
Editor: Anand Shah 

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🎙️ ABCD Podcast #39: Cow Power & Lunar Lies! 🐮🌙
Join Sandeep & Omar as they navigate the wild world of Desi news! 🌶️🗞️
🤔 Did Omar fake the moon landing? 🚀🎬
💩 Can cow poop save the planet? 🌍💨
🎭 Is Bollywood going full Blade Runner? 🤖💰
🏏 Did Team USA just bowl over Pakistan? 🇺🇸🏆
❓ Pop Quiz: How well do you know Dr. Strangelove? 🎬🧠
💃 Desi Spotlight: Charli XCX's spicy revelation! 🎵🔥
🏀 NBA gets a Desi twist! Who sang the anthem? 🎤🇺🇸
🔮 Auntie vs Auntie 2024: The saga continues! 👵🏾vs👵🏽
(Probability now at 35% - place your bets! 💸)
🐉 DnD fans! Don't miss DesiQuest at Comic Con & Gen Con! 🎲🧙‍♂️
🎬 Help fund Sandeep's movie! Be a Patreon hero! 🦸‍♀️💰
🤣 LOL moments guaranteed or your rupees back! 💸😂
👇 Comment your fave moment & share for good karma! 🙏✨
📧 Got Qs? We've got As! Email us at [email protected]! 📬
🔔 Subscribe now or risk disappointing your ancestors! 👻🧓

Show Notes for the 39th Episode of ABCD:
Sandeep Parikh Linktree: https://linktr.ee/sandeepparikh
Omar Najam: https://twitter.com/OmarNajam
Omar Najam: https://www.instagram.com/omarnajamfilm/ 
DesiQuest: https://www.desiquest.com/

What's Got Us Confused #1:  
https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/c254ggrry45o

What's Got Us Confused #2: 
https://pitchfork.com/reviews/albums/charli-xcx-brat/
https://vogue.sg/charli-xcx-cover-story/

What's Got Us Confused #3: 
https://variety.com/2024/film/asia/prabhas-amitabh-bachchan-kamal-haasan-deepika-padukone-kalki-2898-mumbai-launch-1236042896/
https://www.comingsoon.net/indian/news/1761652-kalki-2898-ad-budget-prabhas-movie-could-be-india-most-expensive-film

Auntie vs. Auntie Watch: 2024
https://nymag.com/intelligencer/article/trump-biden-first-2024-debate-details.html
https://apnews.com/article/harris-biden-trump-vp-debate-2024-59689b09fdd5bc2b2cdd916500678bb1

Desi of the Week: 
https://www.nbcnews.com/news/asian-america/saurabh-netravalkar-leads-team-usa-t20-world-cup-oracle-career-rcna157248
https://www.essentiallysports.com/nba-active-basketball-news-who-is-singing-the-national-anthem-at-game-two-of-nba-finals-all-about-sheena-melwani-who-captivated-paul-pierce/


Producer: Anand Shah & Kaylin Mahoney
Technical Director & Sound Designer: Delvan Neville 
Executive Producers: Sandeep Parikh & Anand Shah
Editors: Kaylin Mahoney & Anand Shah 

#ABCD #charli #kalki2898ad #kubrick #filmmaker #indianamerican #charlixcxtypebeat #kamalaharris #nikkihaley #desioftheweek #effinfunny #comedy #indianamerican  #comedyinterview #desi #abcd #indian #desiquest #ttrpg #ttrpgnews #desi  #patreon #dnd #dungeonsanddragons #podcast

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🛠️ *WARNING* Sandeep's video is choppy at points of the episode from technical issues during the recording.🚨

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Sandeep Parikh and Omar Najam are back, and this episode's got more bugs than your first attempt at coding! Join us as they reflect on cultural identities, U.S. political updates, and the art of DMing with the multi-talented Vince Caso.

🔧 In this glitchy episode:

-Auntie vs Auntie Watch: 2024 - Can the file get any more corrupted?

-Vince Caso reboots 'Omar's Fantastical Text-Based Gauntlet of a Thousand Nightmares' (Our spellcheck just rage-quit)

🇮🇳 India's election results: Democracy's biggest data dump!

🐳 ERROR 404: Whale language not found. Scientists improvise for 20 minutes!

🎰 Dave&Busters.app: Turning your phone into a pocket casino

⌨️ Type your response: If you could install a universal translator for any animal, which would it be and why? Wrong answers only!

🔄 Don't forget to like, subscribe, and hit that notification bell! Or is your finger buffering?

Show Notes for the 38th Episode of ABCD:
Sandeep Parikh Linktree: https://linktr.ee/sandeepparikh
Omar Najam: https://twitter.com/OmarNajam
Omar Najam: https://www.instagram.com/omarnajamfilm/
DesiQuest: https://www.desiquest.com/
Vince Caso: https://linktr.ee/vincecaso
Monarch's Factory:  @MonarchsFactory  

What's Got Us Confused #1: 
https://www.google.com/search?q=india+elections&rlz=1C5CHFA_enUS788US789&oq=india+elections&gs_lcrp=EgZjaHJvbWUyBggAEEUYOdIBCTE4MzU3ajBqNKgCALACAQ

What's Got Us Confused #2: 
https://www.bbc.com/future/article/20240409-the-scientists-learning-to-speak-whale

What's Got Us Confused #3: 
https://kotaku.com/dave-and-busters-gambling-bet-arcade-games-real-money-1851446421

Auntie vs. Auntie Watch: 2024
Nikki Haley: 
https://deadline.com/2024/05/nikki-haley-voting-for-trump-1235927734/
https://apnews.com/article/trump-trial-deliberations-jury-testimony-verdict-85558c6d08efb434d05b694364470aa0

Kamala Harris: 
https://abcnews.go.com/US/wireStory/kamala-harris-represent-us-swiss-peace-summit-ukraine-110779535

Desi of the Week: 
https://www.cnn.com/2024/05/27/style/payal-kapadia-india-cannes-grand-prix-intl-hnk/index.html
https://www.npr.org/2024/05/31/g-s1-2050/scripps-national-spelling-bee-winner

Producer: Anand Shah & Kaylin Mahoney
Technical Director & Sound Designer: Delvan Neville 
Executive Producers: Sandeep Parikh & Anand Shah
Editors: Kaylin Mahoney & Anand Shah 

#ABCD #theguild #dungeonmaster #kamalaharris #nikkihaley #modi #modiji #bjp #bjpindia  #desioftheweek #cannesfilmfestival2024 #spellingbee #whales #daveandbusters #effinfunny #comedy #indianamerican #comedyintervie

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💥WARNING💥 😅 Brace yourself for Indian uncles, AI hallucinations, Beyonce concerts, and a very opinionated dog named Maple. 🐶

🎉🤣 Join the Chaos, and Get Ready to Laugh and Learn with Sandeep & Omar! 🇮🇳🇺🇸🎉

On this week's American Born Chatty Desi's:
🤯 What's Got Us Confused?  Apple's 🍎 ad, orangutans 🦧 making medicine 🌿 – the news is WILD!

🎨 Not a Doctor 🩺 – Voodoo Val spills the tea on art, AI 🤖, and staying authentic in a digital world.

🥊 Auntie vs Auntie Watch: 2024 – Kamala Harris vs. Nikki Haley? 🤔 We're tracking the race!

🏆 Desi of the Week – Arati Prabhakar 🔬, the White House science advisor who introduced Biden to ChatGPT!

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😂 Plus, don't miss the hilarious game Care or Crush! Head over to the Patreon where we've made the full game available to all!  🙈 Don't miss Omar & Sandeep decide the fate of random items from Omar's car!

Show Notes for the 37th Episode of ABCD:
Sandeep Parikh Linktree: https://linktr.ee/sandeepparikh
Omar Najam: https://twitter.com/OmarNajam
Omar Najam: https://www.instagram.com/omarnajamfilm/ 
DesiQuest: https://www.desiquest.com/
Voodoo Val Linktree: https://linktr.ee/voodoo.val
Corey Allen Hall: https://www.instagram.com/coryallenhall/

What's Got Us Confused #1:  
https://www.cbsnews.com/news/apple-apology-ipad-pro-crush-commercial-online-criticism/ 

What's Got Us Confused #2: 
https://www.nature.com/articles/d41586-024-01289-w

What's Got Us Confused #3: 
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6T_hP0_446I

Auntie vs. Auntie Watch: 2024
Nikki Haley: https://www.newsnationnow.com/danabramslive/ann-coulter-no-regrets-over-indian-label-of-ramaswamy/ 

https://www.axios.com/2024/05/11/trump-moves-haley-off-blacklist-2024-election

Kamala Harris: https://www.iheart.com/content/2024-05-16-beyonc-gave-kamala-harris-16k-tickets-to-her-renaissance-world-tour/ 

Desi of the Week: 
https://www.wired.com/story/arati-prabhakar-ostp-biden-science-tech-adviser/
https://www.sportingnews.com/us/golf/news/sahith-theegala-pga-championship-leaderboard-golfer/03a54910be7158bc23dc24f4

Producer: Anand Shah & Kaylin Mahoney
Technical Director & Sound Designer: Delvan Neville 
Executive Producers: Sandeep Parikh & Anand Shah
Editors: Kaylin Mahoney & Anand Shah 

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Episode Description:
Ever wonder what happens when the world's largest democracy holds an election or how a 50-foot snake can reshape our understanding of ancient life? That's where my co-host, Omar Najam, and I, Sandeep Parikh, step in, breaking down these enormous topics with equal parts humor and insight. We're not just talking politics and prehistoric predators; join us for a riveting conversation with Sabir Pirzada as we navigate the cultural labyrinth of Indian vs. American weddings and spotlight his thrilling projects in the comic realm.  

And as we celebrate our Desi of the week, Meena Alexander, we're reminded of the power of community and storytelling. From wedding banter to giant snakes, and navigating the unpredictable seas of the entertainment industry, this podcast is an eclectic mixtape of topics that promises to keep you engaged, entertained, and perhaps even enlightened.

Show Notes for the 36th Episode of ABCD:
Sandeep Parikh X: https://twitter.com/sandeepparikh
Sandeep Parikh Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sandeepparikh/
Omar Najam X: https://twitter.com/OmarNajam
Omar Najam Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/omarnajamfilm/ 
DesiQuest: https://www.desiquest.com/
Sabir Pirzada Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sabirpirzada/
Ms. Marvel: Mutant Menace: https://www.marvel.com/comics/issue/115100/ms_marvel_mutant_menace_2024_1
Dandelion: https://www.amazon.com/Dandelion-Sabir-Pirzada/dp/153439754X

What's Got Us Confused #1:  How Does the election in India work?
https://www.cnbc.com/2024/04/18/india-elections-lok-sabha-polls-start-april-19-what-you-need-to-know.html

What's Got Us Confused #2: Huge Snake Fossil found - the size of a bus?! 
https://abcnews.go.com/Weird/wireStory/ancient-snake-india-longer-school-bus-weighed-ton-109385834

What's Got Us Confused #3: BJP is monopolizing India's helicopters?
https://www.reuters.com/world/india/helicopters-ads-indias-ruling-party-snaps-up-bulk-election-props-2024-04-18/  

Auntie vs. Auntie Watch: 2024
Nikki Haley: https://www.thenation.com/article/archive/nikki-haley-zombie-campaign-trump/ 
Kamala Harris: https://youtu.be/d_XCKpxsp5k?si=0rcFHh0vi4D52IZl

Desi of the Week: Meena Alexander
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Meena_Alexander
https://doodles.google/doodle/celebrating-meena-alexander/ 
https://www.poetryfoundation.org/poets/meena-alexander

Producer: Anand Shah & Kaylin Mahoney
Technical Director & Sound Designer: Delvan Neville 
Executive Producers: Sandeep Parikh & Anand Shah
Editors: Kaylin Mahoney & Anand Shah 

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Episode Description:
Join us on ABCD (American Born Chatty Desi's), where we traipse through the vibrant fields of our cultural identity, picking apart current events with a dash of cheeky family rivalry in our 'Auntie vs Auntie Watch 2024.' And wouldn't you know it, Sandeep's extended clan drops in to sprinkle some personal charm into our musings.

Navigating the intricate web of family dynamics isn't for the faint of heart, but that's exactly what we do, laughing our way through familiar and eccentric practices alike. From debating the need for that ubiquitous 'junk drawer' to evaluating the politics of potential presidential candidates, we're tying together the threads of our heritage. And let's not forget the pride that swells within us as we spotlight the feats of our Desi of the Week—who else but cricket superstar Virat Kohli, whose cricket bat speaks louder than words.

So, why not let your curiosity lead the way and tune in to our little shindig, where insights and absurdity mingle like old friends at a family reunion? We've got the latest on the rumored Joe Biden WhatsApp whisper and the legal escapades of Donald Trump. Whether you're here for the sports icon admiration or the familial satire, we've got a bit of it all. Cap it off with our heartfelt thanks, served up country-style, and you've got yourself an episode that's as rich and diverse as the culture we hail from.

Show Notes for the 35th Episode of ABCD:
Sandeep Parikh X: https://twitter.com/sandeepparikh
Sandeep Parikh Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sandeepparikh/
Omar Najam X: https://twitter.com/OmarNajam
Omar Najam Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/omarnajamfilm/ 
DesiQuest: https://www.desiquest.com/
The Mumbai Indians: https://www.mumbaiindians.com/
Foi & Fua/Gujurati Family Relations: https://en.wikibooks.org/wiki/Gujarati/Family_relations

What's Got Us Confused #1: Ambani's throw extravagant pre-Wedding ceremony
https://www.theguardian.com/world/2024/feb/28/anant-ambani-wedding-son-indias-richest-person-mukesh-celebrity-guest-list

What's Got Us Confused #2: Frog found in India with Mushroom growing on it
https://www.cnn.com/2024/02/29/world/mushroom-frog-growth-chytrid-disease-scn/index.html

What's Got Us Confused #3: Cousins are disappearing throughout the world
https://www.cbc.ca/news/canada/cousins-decline-canada-1.7103338

Desi of the Week: https://www.timesnownews.com/sports/cricket/5-records-virat-kohli-broke-during-his-113-for-rcb-against-rajasthan-royals-in-ipl-2024-article-109098307

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Executive Producers: Sandeep Parikh & Anand Shah
Editors: Kaylin Mahoney & Anand Shah 
Music by Harshal Sisodia, Jasvir Singh & Maulik Zaveri

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