Two Chickpeas In A Podcast

The Two Chickpeas sit down with writer and actor of Vitamin D, Saher Shah,(on zoom) to talk all about this incredible and powerful production coming to Soho Theatre this Spetember (Tuesday 3rd - 21st September 2024).

Saher explores the stigma of divorce in Vitamin D, the complexties of women in themselves and their relationships with one another and the patriarchy in the South Asian Community.

The play is sure to take you on a rollarcoaster, to feel. a rush of emotions and a unification with the storylines.

Vitamin D

Soho Theatre - 3rd - 21st September.

Written by Saher Shah.

Directed by Melina Namdar

Join Tash as she talks to writer and producer of "Ghar Ghar' a play about South Asian families and the dysfunctional dynamics that are always there but never really spoken about. Swept under the carpet are the traumas that have never been brought up again, the conversations that are too awkward to have and the shared understanding that 'everything is fine' when really everyone is stressed and keeping up pretences.

Unfortunately, due to a lack of funding, the first run of Ghar Ghar is only showing for two dates, 22nd and 23rd August 2024 at the Rosemary Theatre. Help to support to watching this play, this episode provides a deeper insight into the reasonings behind 'Ghar Ghar' was written, why it is important to see the play as well as the true realities of working in Art and Theatre with a lack of funding.

Two Chickpeas will always support and share British Asian and South Asian stories for support and any help. If you have something you would like us to share please email us at [email protected]

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Two Chickpeas sit down with comedian Eshaan Akbar. Eshaan began his comedy career ten years ago and has been making people cry with laughter ever since. You will have seen Eshaan on Live at the Apollo, Sex Education and soon you will see him on Celebrity Masterchef. We however saw him on BBC’s Pilgrimage and in discussing this we have one of our most insightful conversations to date about religion.

Eshaan is a British Asian male who once practised Islam and talks about the decision he took in his 20s to no longer practice his religion. Eshaan is also a cultural commentator in his own right as he talks about witnessing racism growing up, how his environment at home was one that never made him feel shame in who he was and how ultimately his mother, who sadly passed away a decade ago, has had the most influence in his life and it’s led him to right where he is today, one of the funniest men on the planet!

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Three years later and after the pandemic, The Chickpeas are once again joined by fitness and PCOS coach, Keisha Sethi. In this exciting episode get to know Keisha on a more personal level as she discusses how Fitness With Keisha is building, a new chapter in her life being a mother and the journey that has led her here.

Special thank you to Keisha who is an absolute beautiful human being, if you'd like to enquire with Fitness with Keisha, head to her website https://fitnesswithkeisha.com/ for more details!

The Two Chickpeas are joined by broadcaster, teacher and writer, Bobby Seagull. Bobby delves into his upbringing, his role as a teacher, how maths actually helps with his dating life and his time on Indian Matchmaking.

Chickpeas: Special thanks to Bobby, we loved having you on!

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What's س ?

Pronounced ‘’scene’’ or ‘’seen’’, encapsulates the spirit of unity, belonging, and creative expression. This dynamic gathering serves as a platform where individuals from unique backgrounds can share their stories, art, traditions, and passions with a like-minded and appreciative community.

For their first event, Two Chickpeas in a Podcast were invited to host a live podcast exploring our relationship with our South Asian heritage and the many stories and experiences that have made up the South Asian Diaspora in the UK today.

This episode is very special and was recorded in a room full of people with love, forming new connections and a safe space to share our stories, be vulnerable and feel part of a community where we feel SEEN.

Yes we are back, 2024, and kicking it off with UROOJ ASHFAQ!

@TwoChickpeasInAPodcast

@UroojAshfaq

@SohoTheatre

Born in Dubai, Urooj moved to Mumbai at the age of 12. She started performing at open-mic nights at 21, becoming a regular in Mumbai’s young, rapidly-growing comedy scene, while citing stars like Sarah Silverman, Bridget Christie, Phoebe Waller Bridge, Josie Long and James Acaster as her creative heroes. Owing to her boundary-pushing humour and disarming charm she notched up some serious views and a loyal and growing fan base on home turf, as well as second finalist spot on TLC’s Queens of Comedy (2017).

Aside from her stand-up performances, Urooj enjoys credits as a writer on numerous fiction and non-fiction projects such as Die Trying (2018), Son Of Abish (2017) and Better Life Foundation (2016). Having an in-built knack for acting, she has also featured in web series such as AIB: Honest Engineering Campus Placements (2017), Die Trying (2018), Pushpavalli (2020) and Comedy Premier League (2021) and also hosted Comicstaan Series 2 (2019).

In a noteworthy first, the 28 year-old was the first ever India-based stand-up comedian to be awarded Best Newcomer Award at the prestigious Edinburgh Comedy Awards at this year’s Edinburgh Fringe Festival for her second full-length show in English, Oh No!, backed by Soho Theatre and OML in India. In the show she introduces her personality and life in India, taking audiences through her anecdotes on therapy, her thoughts on pornography and phone etiquette, to the ways boys suppress emotions and childhood issues. With material strong on Gen Z energy, the fast-talking, quick-thinking creative powerhouse is an endearing presence onstage with her candid and engaging content.

Urooj is on tour in the UK from 23rd January to 8th February 2024. Tickets are available on https://sohotheatre.com/

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A long awaited episode and a personal favourite for the Two Chickpeas brings you Parle Patel AKA Planet Parle. The Chickpeas sit down to discuss with the Garba King himself what Garba means, what Navratri means and why it is celebrated in Hinduism and the Hindu Culture.

As well as being a comedic, social media personality and content creator, Parle also gives us an insight into designing his first collection for House of Ruhi, the reason for the brand, their ethos and aims to bring people the comfort and joy of wearing such fabrics during this Navratri season.

What is Navratri? Find out at 29:40

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CHICKPEAS:

We mentioned some of our favourites from Parle's YouTube channel (but also some not mentioned but we love) which include: People at Garba, Baa and Sweetie, Indian Parents and Guests Coming Over

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