Best asif ali Podcasts (2024)

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Episode 174: Steve Martin / Tinnitus (Part 1) 46:31

1h ago46:31

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Today on a two-part episode, the guys discuss the career of legendary comedian Steve Martin. The guys start off the episode by discussing the recent documentary Steve! By Morgan Neville, which was actually released on Apple TV + as two different documentaries (Ali also gives a quick personal anecdote about Morgan Neville). At 7:50 Ali talks about S…

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Episode 173: Hernia’s redux 58:10

13d ago58:10

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Today on a special episode, Ali discusses his recent hernia surgery (5:06). He talks about how our hernia episode from last year prompted him to go for this procedure as well as what tests were done beforehand. He then talks about his consultation with the surgeon and his decision whether or not to do laparoscopic surgery. Asif asks Ali about what …

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Episode 172: Bob Newhart / Polycythemia 43:12

18d ago43:12

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Today Ali and Asif (who is battling a cold) discuss the career of the late Bob Newhart (1:47). They discuss his early life and how he got started in comedy. They then discuss his phenomenal success with his debut album “The Button Down Mind of Bob Newhart”. They discuss his comedy style and why it has been so hard for others to duplicate it. They a…

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Episode 171: Ali’s Top Comedy Specials / Brain Waves 55:16

19d ago55:16

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A few episodes ago, we discussed the AV club’s top 40 albums of all time. Today Ali gives us a list of his favorite comedy specials that did NOT make the list (1:12). Ali discusses the following albums (not in order): John Mulaney - BABY J (2023) Norm MacDonald – NOTHING SPECIAL (2022) Patrice O’Neal - ELEPHANT IN THE ROOM (2011) Chris Rock – BRING…

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Episode 170: Louis CK, ‘Sorry / Not Sorry’ and Hair Transplants 48:31

18d ago48:31

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Today, Ali and Asif review the new documentary about Louis CK, ‘Sorry / Not Sorry’ (1:53). They start off by discussing Louis CK’s background, his blockbuster success as a stand up comedian and how he changed the financial model of stand up comedy specials. Then then discuss his sexual impropriety as outlined in the New York Times as well as in the…

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Episode 169: Beverly Hills Cop: Axel F / Meniscus tears 49:05

1M ago49:05

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Today, the guys discuss and review Eddie Murphy’s new Netflix movie ‘Beverly Hills Cop: Axel F’ (1:42). They start off by discussing Murphy’s early career, including his stand up, his breakthrough on ‘Saturday Night Live’, and his early movies ‘48 hours’ and ‘Trading Places’. They then discuss the blockbuster success of ‘Beverly Hills Cop’ and its …

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Episode 7 – Samara Iqbal from Aramas Family Law 36:11

1M ago36:11

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In this episode, we are joined by Samara Iqbal, is a global solicitor who specialises in family law and divorce. In this episode we discuss: - Samara’s role in an upcoming and new project where she will be on a Panel as a legal and Sharia expert in the Sharia Council - Causes of Divorce - Men v Women in light of divorce - Prenuptial agreements - Ex…

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Episode 168: ‘Tell Them You Love Me’ / CP and Facilitated Communication 51:34

1M ago51:34

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TRIGGER WARNING: This episode discusses sexual abuse. Today, the guys discuss the new Netflix documentary “Tell them you love me” (3:25) (Spoilers abound). They discuss the case of Anna Stubblefield, a tenured professor of ethics at Rutgers University, who initially started off aiding a young black man with cerebral palsy, Derrick Johnson, with fac…

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Episode 167: Michael Jackson / Propofol 47:32

2M ago47:32

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TRIGGER WARNING: This episode discusses sexual abuse. Michael Jackson died 15 years ago, on June 25, 2009, so today the guys discuss his life and his controversies (2:56). They talk about Jackson’s early life, the success of the Jackson 5 and the abuse he allegedly suffered at the hands of his father, Joe Jackson. They then discuss the success of h…

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Episode 166: Jim Henson / Toxic Shock Syndrome 57:36

2M ago57:36

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Today, Ali and Asif start off the episode by addressing some listener mail. Then they discuss the new documentary by Ron Howard out on Disney plus entitled “Jim Henson: Idea Man” (6:59). The guys go over Jim Henson’s early background, how he got into puppetry and his early successes appearing on American variety shows. Asif and Ali then discuss whe…

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Episode 165: Bon Jovi / Vocal Cord Injury 1:00:06

2M ago1:00:06

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Today, Asif and Ali discuss Bon Jovi and the recent documentary series on the band “Thank you and Goodnight” on Disney Plus. Right at they beginning the discuss the director of the docuseries, Gotham Chopra and how he is related to health guru Deepak Chopra. Then then discuss Jon Bon Jovi and his band and Bon Jovi’s early influences including Bruce…

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Episode 164: Shane Gillis’ ‘Tires’ / Munchausen Syndrome 48:19

2M ago48:19

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Today, Asif gets Ali’s thoughts on controversial comedian Shane Gillis (2:22). They discuss his background and his early start in comedy. They discuss his controversial exchange from his podcast that got him unhired from Saturday Night Live in 2019. Ali then gives his thoughts on Gillis’ hit special ‘Beautiful Dogs’. They then discuss their thought…

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Episode 163: Top 40 Comedy albums of all time 55:24

3M ago55:24

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Today on a special episode, Asif gets Ali’s thoughts on the AV club’s list of ‘The 40 greatest comedy albums of all time’. The guys start at the bottom and go all the way to the top and on the way discuss Lenny Bruce, Joan Rivers, Adam Sandler, Robert Klein, Dick Gregory, Monty Python, Steven Wright, Eddie Murphy, Robin Williams, George Carlin and …

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Episode 162: Comedy vs Woke Culture / Anxiety 54:00

3M ago54:00

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Today, based on recent comments from Jerry Seinfeld, Asif asks Ali the much discussed question “is woke/PC culture ruining comedy” (1:11). They discuss Seinfeld’s comments and Ali’s examples from his comedy as well as others. They also talk about Bill Burr’s recent comments on Bill Maher’s podcast about how cancel culture is “not a thing”. Then Ali…

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Episode 161: The Roast of Tom Brady / Alex Guererro and Alkaline Diets 56:46

3M ago56:46

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Today Ali and Asif discuss the recent hit Netflix special ‘The Roast of Tom Brady’ (2:31). Asif starts off by asking Ali if Tom Brady was a good candidate for a roast. They then chat about the hosting duties of Kevin Hart and some of the controversy related to one of the jokes from ‘Roastmaster General’ Jeff Ross. The guys discuss the various roast…

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Episode 6 - An interview with Dr Asif (The Apprentice 2024) 49:34

3M ago49:34

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In this special episode, we are joined by Dr. Asif. Dr. Asif appeared on The Apprentice 2024 and also on Dragons Den some years ago. He is also a Divorce Coach. In this episode we discuss: - Divorce and Mental Health - Perspectives from Divorce Coach Point of View - Trauma - Divorce and Society - Solutions around divorce If you want to appear as a …

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Episode 160: David Chang / Body Dysmorphic Disorder

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NB: This episode seemed to have disappeared from out feed, so it is being re-released!! Today, Asif and Ali discuss celebrity chef David Chang (1:23). They discuss his early life and the fact that he was a child prodigy golfer. They chat about his university life and his early jobs he had prior to beginning culinary studies. They talk about his res…

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Episode 159: Pete Davidson / Crohn’s Disease 43:49

4M ago43:49

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Today, Ali and Asif discuss the career of comedian Pete Davidson. After Asif does some bad stand up, they discuss the early life of Pete Davidson, including how his life changed when his father died in 9/11. They talk about how he found comedy and his struggles with drug use and borderline personality disorder. Ali then mentions how Pete got cast o…

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Episode 158: Christina Applegate / Multiple Sclerosis 49:08

4M ago49:08

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Today, Ali and Asif discuss the career of actor Christina Applegate. They discuss her early life, child acting as well as being propelled to stardom in ‘Married with Children’. They then discuss her subsequent career in both TV and movies. After a brief digression on Ali’s Canadian Screen Actors Nominations, they discuss Applegate’s role in Anchorm…

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Episode 157: George St. Pierre / Ulcerative Colitis 46:23

4M ago46:23

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Today, Ali and Asif discuss the career of mixed-martial artist Georges St. Pierre. They discuss his early life in Saint-Isidore Quebec and how he was a victim of bullying as a child which later led him to martial arts. They then go over some trivia about Georges St. Pierre, including his wrestling training, his love of Jean Claude Van Damme and his…

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Episode 156: Just for Laughs / Medical Tourism 47:38

4M ago47:38

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At the beginning of today’s episode the guys talk about their Oscar picks from last month and what they got right and wrong. They also talk about the claims of plagiarism regarding the screenplay for “The Holdovers”. Then, Asif asks Ali about the Just for Laughs festival (4:40). Ali starts off by talking about the history of the festival and his pe…

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Episode 5 – Ayesha 1:01:24

4M ago1:01:24

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In this episode we are joined by Sister Ayesha. Her story is about how the behaviour of her husband, such as not willing to work, impacted her marriage. Ayesha's details - Age - 30 Height – 5'2 Location - London Ethnicity - Bangladeshi Occupation – Language Teacher If you’re interested in Ayesha for marriage or if want to appear as a guest in a fut…

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Episode 155: Dan St. Germain on Comedy, Wrestling and Addiction 57:28

5M ago57:28

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WARNING: Explicit Language in this episode Today, Ali and Asif interview comedian and writer Dan St. Germain, coinciding with the release of his new YouTube special “Dance Fatty Dance”. Dan talks about starting off in stand up and using social media in comedy as well as his hatred of Zoom comedy. Ali asks Dan about the Just of Laughs festival and i…

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Episode 4 - Ali 36:44

5M ago36:44

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In this episode we are joined by Brother Ali. His story is about how his wife’s family manipulated her against him and the effects that this had on their marriage. Ali's details - Age - 33 Height - 5'8 Location - Leeds Ethnicity - Pakistani Occupation - Security If you’re interested in Ali for marriage or if want to appear as a guest in a future ep…

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Episode 154: 3 Body Problem / Fatty Liver 47:01

5M ago47:01

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Today, Ali and Asif discuss the new hit Netflix series ‘3 Body Problem’ (1:19). They start off with a minor debate on how to pronounce the name of ‘Liu Cixin’, the writer of the book upon which the show is based. The guys then discuss how the show was created by David Benioff and Dan Weiss, the creators of ‘Game of Thrones’, after a few other faile…

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Episode 3 - Zoya 50:43

5M ago50:43

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In this episode we are joined by Sister Zoya. Her story is about how she married her cousin from abroad and once he arrived in the UK, his insincere intentions were exposed. Zoya's details - Age - 37 Age - 38-42 Height – 5'11 Location – North West Ethnicity - Pakistani Occupation – Nurse If you’re interested in Zoya for marriage or if want to appea…

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Episode 153: Endometriosis (with Dr. Sony Singh) 38:48

5M ago38:48

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Since March has been endometriosis awareness month, on today’s episode, Asif and Ali welcome gynecologist Dr. Sony Singh to discuss this common and often debilitating disease. Dr. Singh explains what it is and how it affects at at least 10% of women. He discusses how it is often underdiagnosed or misdiagnosed how this delay in diagnosis can have lo…

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Episode 2 – Shabz 47:01

5M ago47:01

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In this episode we are joined by Brother Shabz. His story is about how family interference impacted his marriage. He also discusses co-parenting as a divorced father. Shabz's details - Age - 39 Location - West Yorkshire Height - 5'9 Ethnicity - Pakistani Occupation - Director If you’re interested in Shabz for marriage or if want to appear as a gues…

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Episode 152: Separating the Art from the Artist / Vitiligo 57:10

5M ago57:10

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Today, Ali and Asif discuss the controversial topic of whether you can separate the art from the artist (3:05). They discuss various opinion articles on this subject and the 'cancelling’ of historical figures such as Oscar Wilde and various politicians. They discuss how different types of art may allow this separation to be made easier or harder. T…

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Episode 1 – Mariam 59:02

6M ago59:02

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In this episode we are joined by Sister Mariam. Her story involves a tragedy and how a dominant mother in law affected her marriage. Mariam's details - Age - 38 Location - London Height - 5'3 Ethnicity - Bangladeshi Occupation – Investment Banker If you’re interested in Mariam for marriage or if want to appear as a guest in a future episode, please…

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Episode 151: Dave Chapelle / Medical Complications of Cannabis 49:05

6M ago49:05

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After some listener mail, the guys discuss the career of Dave Chapelle (2:21). They start off by discussing his early life and his notable family history. They discuss his early failures, his success and his first special “Killing Them Softly”. They then talk about the groundbreaking ‘Chapelle’s Show’ and how Dave abruptly left the show at season 3…

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Introduction to Divorced Muslims: A Second Chance 15:04

6M ago15:04

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Welcome to 'Divorced Muslims: A Second Chance', the podcast which gives a voice to divorced Muslims who are looking for marriage. Each episode features a divorced Muslim who is looking for marriage, and explores what happened in their previous marriage, and what caused their marriage to end; what their marriage search has been like as a divorcee; t…

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Episode 150: 96th Oscars Preview 39:27

6M ago39:27

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Ali and Asif are back! In their return episode, the guys preview the 97th Annual Academy Awards Preview, taking place on March 10, 2024 (no medical topic this episode). The guys start off by discussing how Robbie Robertson from ’The Band’ was nominated posthumously for writing the music for ‘Killers of the Flower Moon’. And they also mention how Jo…

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Best of DvsC: ‘Singles’ Soundtrack / Borderline Personality Disorder 1:17:35

6M ago1:17:35

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For the next few weeks, the guys will be re-airing some of their favourite episodes from our archives. Today Ali and Asif discuss the legendary soundtrack from the movie ‘Singles’ which was released 30 years ago. The guys start off by discussing the movie ‘Singles’, Cameron Crowe and how the movie potentially influenced the creation of ‘Friends’. T…

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Best of DvsC: Interview with Bif Naked 43:37

6M ago43:37

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For the next few weeks, the guys will be re-airing some of their favourite episodes from our archives. Today on a very special episode, the guys we will be interview the trailblazing Canadian Music Icon Bif Naked. They start off by discussing Bif’s somewhat surprising connection to South Asia. Then then chat about Bif’s book from 2016 “I Bificius” …

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Best of DvC: ‘Is There Bacon in Heaven’ / Pulmonary Fibrosis 42:49

7M ago42:49

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For the next few weeks, the guys will be re-airing some of their favourite episodes from our archives. Today on a special episode, we will be hearing a preview of Ali’s new book ‘Is There Bacon in Heaven’, published by Simon and Shuster, coming out Sept 27. Before Ali gets started Asif discusses summer entertainment he has consumed including ‘Prey’…

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Best of DvsC - Interview with Dr. Glaucomflecken 39:57

7M ago39:57

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For the next few weeks, the guys will be re-airing some of their favourite episodes from our archives. In this very special episode, Ali and Asif interview ophthalmologist, comedian and social media sensation Will Flannary aka Dr. Glaucomflecken. In their hilarious and wide ranging chat they discuss: His comedic influences How he got started doing …

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Best of DvsC: Accents & Apu /Medical ‘Miracles’ & Doctor Distrust 42:43

7M ago42:43

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For the next few weeks, the guys will be re-airing some of their favourite episodes from our archives. In today’s episode, after a bit of listener mail about Ali’s love of Shonda Rimes (1:00), the guys discuss the issue of actors faking accents on movies and TV shows (2:09). Ali discusses Rizwan Manji from Schitt’s Creek and Aziz Ansari. Ali even d…

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Episode 144: Ricky Gervais / Depression 1:04:06

7M ago1:04:06

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Today, Ali and Asif discuss comedian Ricky Gervais. They discuss his early life, including his stint in a New Wave Band in the early 1980’s. They then discuss the groundbreaking success of ‘The Office’ and some of his subsequent shows including ‘Extras’ and ‘After Life’. They pivot to then discussing his stand up comedy, including his hosting of th…

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Episode 143: 2023 Recap / 2024 Preview 1:05:39

7M ago1:05:39

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Today,in the first half of the episode, Ali and Asif review their favourite entertainment from 2023 (1:21). They discuss the best movies, Tv shows, movies and books from the year. Listen to hear what they thought about ‘Maestro’, ‘The Iron Claw’, ‘About My Father’, ‘Killers of the Flower Moon’,‘Blackberry’, ‘Succession’, ‘The Bear’, ‘Shrinking’, ‘B…

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Episode 142: Remembering Normal Lear / Death by “Natural Causes” 39:52

8M ago39:52

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Today, Ali and Asif discuss the career of the late Norman Lear (0:54) They discuss his early life (and how he based some of his characters on his parents), his military service and how he later began writing for television shows. They discuss his big breakthrough with ‘All in the Family’ and the various shows that sprung from it, including ‘Maude’,…

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Episode 141: Remembering Andre Braugher / Lung Cancer 38:19

8M ago38:19

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To start off the new year, the guys discuss some listener feedback on their best albums of 1993. Then, Ali and Asif discuss the career of the late Andre Braugher from Brooklyn 99 and Homicide: Life on the Street (2:48). They discuss his early life, his schooling and his breakthrough in movies and tv shows, including Homicide: Life on the Street. Th…

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Episode 140: ‘Beckham’ / PCOS (Polycystic Ovary Syndrome) 42:38

9M ago42:38

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Today Ali and Asif discuss the Netflix docuseries ‘Beckham’ (1:40). They start off by going over when they first heard about David Beckham, including a mention of the cult classic movie ‘Bend it Like Beckham’. They then discuss the genesis of the series, how David Beckham himself wanted to do it, and how actor Fisher Stevens came on board as a dire…

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Episode 139: Top Albums of 1993 / Gum Disease 57:32

9M ago57:32

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Today the guys discuss their favourite albums from 1993 (1:00). The guys each give their top 10 lists from the year. Then the guys discuss the issue of gum disease (38:30) and how it can be linked to other health conditions. Asif starts off with discussing the history of gum disease and how it was noted even in ancient man. He talks about how commo…

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Episode 138: Matt Rife / Gynecomastia 40:36

9M ago40:36

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Today, Ali and Asif discuss the controversy surrounding comedian Matt Rife (1:26). They guys start off by discussing when they first heard of Matt Rife and then go over Matt’s early life and career. They then go over how Matt Rife “blew up” on TikTok and other social media and now has become one of the biggest comedians on earth. Ali then describes…

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Episode 137: 1993 Movie Debate / Loss of Smell (Anosmia) 52:47

9M ago52:47

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On today’s episode Ali and Asif debate their favourite movies from 1993 (1:01). After a brief mention of Scarface from 1983, the guys discuss movies from 1993 did NOT make their top 10. Finally, the guys each give their top 10 lists from the year. Then the guys discuss anosmia aka the loss of smell (31:45). Ali introduces the topic by discussing ch…

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Episode 136: U2 in Las Vegas / Injuries in Youth Athletes 52:15

10M ago52:15

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Asif recently attended the U2 show at the Sphere in Las Vegas; many listeners had questions about this special show. So in the first half, Ali asks Asif about the show (2:14). The show takes place at the Sphere venue in Las Vegas. Asif discusses how the Sphere is 366 feet (112 m) high and 516 feet (157 m) wide at its broadest point and how it is th…

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Episode 135: Matthew Perry / Addiction 48:25

10M ago48:25

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**PLEASE CONSIDER DONATING TO THE MATTHEW PERRY FOUNDATION** https://matthewperryfoundation.org/ Today, we will be discussing the life and career of the late Matthew Perry (0:57). The guys start off by shouting out an interview with Perry from last year on CBC’s Q with Tom Power. They then discuss his early life growing up in Ottawa and his “beatin…

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Episode 134: Special Q and A episode 49:00

10M ago49:00

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On today’s special episode, Ali and Asif answer listener questions about all things comedy, doctoring and… everything else. Join us as the guys answer questions about the ‘Barbie Movie’, ‘Odd Squad’, favourite candy, favourite restaurants, comedy crowds and Ali’s Mount Rushmore of comedy. The guys also answer some follow up questions on their episo…

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Episode 133: Martin Short /Colonoscopies 51:46

10M ago51:46

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Today, Ali and Asif discuss the career of actor and comedian Martin Short in response to an article that recently appeared in Slate magazine (1:00). The guys start off by first discussing a bit of background on Martin Short’s early life and they provide some interesting trivia tidbits they found while doing their research, including Martin Short’s …

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