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The Expat Brat

117 episodes - English - Latest episode: 2 months ago -

Dubai Comedian and Improv Actor, Salman Qureshi shares his outrageous takes on life, current news, sports and the showbiz life. An Eastern kid raised on Sesame Street, Salman shares his stories of life as a Third Culture Kid.

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Episodes

Chasing Focus: A Deep Dive into ADHD, New Year's Resolutions, and My Social Media Timeout

January 20, 2024 07:00 - 23 minutes - 16.2 MB

Join me as I dive into ADHD revelations, sculpt New Year's resolutions, and embrace social media freedom Support the show

Scams & Holidays

December 20, 2023 16:00 - 21 minutes - 14.7 MB

Talking about modern scams and traditional holidays Support the show

Highs and Lows 2023

December 11, 2023 13:00 - 21 minutes - 14.5 MB

Talking about the super highs and lows of 2023 and being proud of my bug zapper purchase.  Support the show

Help, I can't Visualize!

August 19, 2023 08:00 - 23 minutes - 16.1 MB

Salman soliloquizes on Aphantasia, Water Problems, and Making a Realization. Join in on this episode as Salman  explores the fascinating world of aphantasia, where some minds lack mental images. Discover the quirks and charms of this unique condition. Support the show

Lebanon Consulate Adventures, Ant Drama, and TV Show Raves

August 07, 2023 16:00 - 24 minutes - 16.9 MB

Salman soliloquizes on the Lebanon Visa adventure, Fighting against Ants, and TV shows he is watching! On this riotous episode of The Expat Brat podcast, Salman Qureshi takes us on a wild rollercoaster ride through his recent misadventures. First up, brace yourselves for the nerve-wracking journey to the Lebanon Consulate to tackle the frustrating world of visa applications. Salman hilariously recounts his encounters with bureaucratic hurdles, confusing paperwork, and the endless wait that ...

The Karak Chai Hero

August 01, 2023 10:00 - 24 minutes - 17.1 MB

Salman soliloquizes on the battles of making the perfect cup of Karak Chai, being a vampire and missing family. Listen in as Salman tackles the art of making karak chai. Get comfy, sit back, and get ready to laugh your way through this wild ride! Support the show

Time to Downsize the Digital Content Galaxy

July 27, 2023 05:00 - 25 minutes - 17.2 MB

Salman soliloquizes on getting back into the gym, convincing his kid to swim, and his perfect plan to get rid of some podcasters and content creators.  Salman is back in the house, folks, ready to spill the beans on his hilarious journey back into the gym, his epic battle to get his kiddo to embrace the pool, and how he plans to take on the wild world of digital content creators and podcasters. Join in for a rollercoaster ride of laughs, mishaps, and triumphs as Salman tackles life's hurdle...

From Tweets to Threads

July 06, 2023 13:00 - 24 minutes - 16.6 MB

Salman soliloquizes on the World Getting Hotter, Threads (the new app), and the TV show Silo! Join Salman Qureshi on an enlightening and captivating journey as he reflects on the advent of Threads, the groundbreaking app set to kill off Twitter, shares his musings on the impact of climate change, and contemplates the idea of relocating to colder countries. Dive into Salman's exploration of the intriguing new TV series, "Silo," as he analyzes its themes and storyline. Prepare yourself for a ...

Summer Shenanigans and TV Obsessions

June 27, 2023 09:00 - 23 minutes - 16 MB

Salman soliloquizes on Summer Bummers, Parenting a 4 Year Old, and reviews some of the TV Shows he's just finished! Join Salman Qureshi on a hilarious and thought-provoking journey as he dives into the absurdities of summer, sharing his hilarious misadventures at the pool and his failed attempt at taking his 4-year-old autistic son, Zayan, swimming. Tune in as Salman also delves into his recent binge-watching obsession, discussing captivating TV shows like 'Based on a true story,' 'Will Tre...

From Death Row to Tech Glow - My Insights!

June 08, 2023 03:00 - 23 minutes - 16.2 MB

Salman soliloquizes on the Apple Vision Pro, Capital Punishment, and his Exercise Excuses. Join Salman Qureshi as he takes you on a rollercoaster ride exploring two fascinating worlds: capital punishment and Apple's groundbreaking technology. Brace yourself for an eye-opening discussion as Salman unravels the myths and exposes the realities surrounding the controversial practice. But wait, there's more! Prepare to be dazzled by the parallel he draws between advancement and old thinking, con...

From Dunks to Defeats: NBA Finals, Apple Tech, and Embracing Personal Setbacks

June 01, 2023 11:00 - 23 minutes - 16.5 MB

Salman soliloquizes on being an  Apple fanboy, Dancing Attempts and the NBA Finals. In this episode, Salman takes us on a journey through his recent experiences, starting with his unexpected transition from Android to Apple products. His wife's persuasion and a newfound appreciation for the seamless Apple ecosystem have turned him into an avid user. Salman then recounts his comical misadventure in trying dance classes at the age of 30. Expecting a room full of adults, he finds himself surr...

Istanbul - Turquoise and Turmoil

May 24, 2023 09:00 - 24 minutes - 17.1 MB

In this special episode, join me as I recount my recent escapade to Istanbul, a city steeped in mesmerizing history and captivating allure. Prepare to be enthralled as I share my firsthand experiences of exploring Istanbul's historical sites that exude an aura of enchantment. From the majestic Hagia Sophia to the awe-inspiring Topkapi Palace, I'll paint vivid pictures with my witty anecdotes and lively storytelling, bringing to life the rich tapestry of Byzantine and Ottoman influences. Bu...

Imposter Syndrome - The Struggle is Fake

May 08, 2023 11:00 - 23 minutes - 16.4 MB

Hey there, it's  Salman Qureshi back with another episode of The Expat Brat! Today, we're going to talk about something that affects a lot of people, including myself - imposter syndrome. It's that pesky feeling that you're not really good enough and that you're going to be found out as a fraud any minute now. In this episode, I'm going to share some of my personal experiences with imposter syndrome and how it's affected me as a comedian and content creator. But don't worry, it's not going ...

The Great Divide - Get Me a Visa and Stop Discriminating

April 29, 2023 09:00 - 23 minutes - 16.1 MB

Hey folks! Today we're talking about why we should all be able to move around the world freely, without having to deal with visas and all that bureaucratic nonsense. You know what's not cool? Visa inequality. Some people can just waltz into any country they want, while others have to jump through hoops and pay all sorts of fees just to get a chance to visit. It's not fair, and it's something we should all be talking about. But it's not just a matter of fairness - there are actually a ton o...

The Struggle is Real: A Comedian's Battle with Content Creation

April 08, 2023 05:00 - 23 minutes - 15.9 MB

Salman soliloquizes on Meditation, Life Coaching, and Struggling with Digital Content Creation. Join the 40+ year old comedian as Salman candidly discuss the struggles of content creation in the digital age. From battling imposter syndrome and the constant need to stay relevant, to the pressure of building a personal brand and dealing with negative feedback - this episode covers it all. Along the way, Salman touches on the stupidity of life coaching, the importance of free time, and how med...

Keith Johnstone is Dead - Keith Who?

March 13, 2023 11:00 - 23 minutes - 16.3 MB

Salman soliloquizes on Keith Johnstone & Improv, Chris Rock's Special, and The Hunters Show. Catch Salman at live shows by following him on instagram to see all upcoming dates - @salmanzq  Support the show

Dubai Ain't Got Great Shawarma

February 27, 2023 11:00 - 23 minutes - 16.4 MB

Salman soliloquizes on Stand Up Gigs, Shawarmas in Dubai, and the new Disney show 'Fleishman in Trouble'. Catch Salman at live shows by following him on instagram to see all upcoming dates - @salmanzq  Support the show

Valentines vs Galentines Day

February 14, 2023 12:00 - 23 minutes - 16.4 MB

Salman soliloquizes on Valentines Day, Hugging Cows, and Single People. Catch Salman at live shows by following him on instagram to see all upcoming dates - @salmanzq  Support the show

Lebron and the Score

February 08, 2023 13:00 - 24 minutes - 16.6 MB

Salman soliloquizes on Lebron James and the Scoring Record, Jim Carrey, and ChatGPT and AI. Catch Salman at live shows by following him on instagram to see all upcoming dates - @salmanzq  Support the show

Michael Jackson Movie? Sure

January 31, 2023 23:00 - 24 minutes - 16.6 MB

Salman soliloquizes on making a movie on Michael Jackson, Death, and missing movie screenings. Catch Salman at live shows by following him on instagram to see all upcoming dates - @salmanzq  Support the show

Why aren't we visiting Algeria?

January 28, 2023 23:00 - 23 minutes - 16.3 MB

Salman soliloquizes on visiting Algeria, doing badly at gigs, and watching Jack Ryan. Catch Salman at live shows by following him on instagram to see all upcoming dates - @salmanzq  Support the show

Don't Make Me Buy Clothes

January 17, 2023 01:00 - 24 minutes - 16.7 MB

Salman soliloquizes on shopping for clothes, acting like a jerk, and the Chicago Bulls mysterious season. Catch Salman at live shows by following him on instagram to see all upcoming dates - @salmanzq  Support the show

With Great Power ... Wait, What!?

January 14, 2023 06:00 - 22 minutes - 15.7 MB

Salman soliloquizes on First Aid Training, Being a Hero, and Losing Loved Ones. Catch Salman at live shows by following him on instagram to see all upcoming dates - @salmanzq  Support the show

Throwing Away Stuff

January 11, 2023 10:00 - 23 minutes - 15.9 MB

Salman soliloquizes on the coming year, decluttering, and everything else making him feel great! Catch Salman at live shows by following him on instagram to see all upcoming dates - @salmanzq  Support the show

It's in the Numbers

December 25, 2022 20:00 - 24 minutes - 16.6 MB

Salman soliloquizes on his relationship with math, looks back at 2022, and his Nanny going on holiday! Catch Salman at live shows by following him on instagram to see all upcoming dates - @salmanzq  Support the show

I Need Goals

December 03, 2022 19:00 - 23 minutes - 16.3 MB

Salman soliloquizes on the end of the year, goals, and success. Catch Salman at live shows by following him on instagram to see all upcoming dates - @salmanzq  Support the show

Dictator for Hire

November 29, 2022 06:00 - 24 minutes - 16.7 MB

Salman soliloquizes on protests around the world, young people, and how to run a successful dictatorship. Catch Salman at live shows by following him on instagram to see all upcoming dates - @salmanzq  Support the show

Messi and other Messy Celebrity Encounters

November 18, 2022 14:00 - 20 minutes - 14.4 MB

Salman soliloquizes on sharing a hotel with Messi and the Argentina team, messing up his encounter with Seth Myers, and with David Llyod. Catch Salman at live shows by following him on instagram to see all upcoming dates - @salmanzq  Support the show

Twitter Dee Twitter Dum

November 15, 2022 05:00 - 22 minutes - 15.8 MB

Salman soliloquizes on Twitter, Red Tape, and Criticizing Athletes. Catch Salman at live shows by following him on instagram to see all upcoming dates - @salmanzq  Support the show

Food for Love

November 07, 2022 12:00 - 23 minutes - 16.1 MB

Salman soliloquizes on traveling home, airport check ups, and showing love through food in brown culture. Catch Salman at live shows by following him on instagram to see all upcoming dates - @salmanzq  Support the show

Go Figure Action Figures

October 17, 2022 07:00 - 24 minutes - 17.1 MB

Salman soliloquizes on gruesome movies, action figures and his love for the alpha. Catch Salman at live shows by following him on instagram to see all upcoming dates - @salmanzq  Support the show

All Men are Cheaters

October 10, 2022 18:00 - 24 minutes - 16.9 MB

Salman soliloquizes on the all important question - Who cheats more in relationships?  Catch Salman at live shows by following him on instagram to see all upcoming dates - @salmanzq  Support the show

Do You Remember ALF?

October 05, 2022 11:00 - 25 minutes - 17.3 MB

Salman soliloquizes on his 80s memories of the TV Show ALF, Handling Success for Celebs, and Ramping it up for the Last Quarter of 2022! Catch Salman at live shows by following him on instagram to see all upcoming dates - @salmanzq  Support the show

Help, My Kid is Autistic

October 01, 2022 17:00 - 25 minutes - 17.4 MB

Salman soliloquizes on Life Changing Moments, Breast Cancer Awareness, and on Parenting a Neurodivergent Child Support the show

Mansplaining the Women's Dress Issue

September 26, 2022 14:00 - 23 minutes - 16.3 MB

Salman soliloquizes on the recent Iran protests over women's rights, the need for control, and on watching the show Industry and Wrexham.  Support the show

Jeddah Rising and Salman Wisening

September 23, 2022 11:00 - 24 minutes - 16.8 MB

Salman soliloquizes on the changes happening in Jeddah and his own life, progress, and barking dogs Support the show

Walk like an Egyptian

September 18, 2022 19:00 - 23 minutes - 16.1 MB

Salman soliloquizes on the people queueing outside for the iphone14 and for the Queen, the reason for his love for Egyptians, what the song 'walk like and Egyptian meant to him', and how Egyptians and Pakistanis are similar in so many ways Support the show

Saudis and the Muttawa Life

September 13, 2022 10:00 - 24 minutes - 17.1 MB

Salman soliloquizes on his life in Saudi and the influence of the Muttawas (Religious Police) during the 80s and 90s. Follow the show on Instagram: @expatbratpodcast Support the show

Saudis and the Mutawa Life

September 13, 2022 10:00 - 25 minutes - 17.6 MB

Salman soliloquizes on his life in Saudi and the influence of the Mutawas (Religious Police) during the 80s and 90s. Follow the show on Instagram: @expatbratpodcast Talk Before Wicket - TBW @TBW, we try our best to have meaningful, stats oriented discussions on Cricket with fun Listen on: Apple Podcasts   Spotify Support the show

The Death of a Queen

September 09, 2022 03:00 - 23 minutes - 16.5 MB

Salman soliloquizes on the Queen and Prince Charles, Lord of the Rings wokeness, and Facebook guilt. Support the show

The Cousin Marriage Lowdown

September 06, 2022 09:00 - 24 minutes - 16.7 MB

Salman soliloquizes on marrying your cousin, sport rivalries, and his Saudi hopes. Support the show

Survival Tip for the Climate Disaster and Gorbachev's Memory

August 31, 2022 03:00 - 23 minutes - 16.5 MB

Salman soliloquizes on his survival plan for the climate change horror, his memory of Gorbachev, and Quiet Quitting  Support the show

Finland PM's Partying and Who cares?

August 24, 2022 21:00 - 24 minutes - 16.6 MB

Salman soliloquizes on the scandal of Sanna Marin partying, his own need to blow off steam, and the beginnings of his kid's toilet training.  Scuba Diver Magazine Get your weekly fix of all things scuba diving! Listen on: Apple Podcasts   Spotify Support the show

Finland PM's Partying and Who cares?

August 24, 2022 21:00 - 23 minutes - 16.3 MB

Salman soliloquizes on the scandal of Sanna Marin partying, his own need to blow off steam, and the beginnings of his kid's toilet training.  Support the show

Andrew Tate and the problem of too much Power

August 20, 2022 10:00 - 24 minutes - 17 MB

Salman soliloquizes on the Andrew Tate problem and whether players like Ronaldo and Kevin Durant are pushing it too far. Support the show

Fighting Nostalgia and Endless Consumerism

August 14, 2022 13:00 - 24 minutes - 17 MB

Salman soliloquizes on being anti-nostalgic, needing endless new things, and having poor name memory. Support the show

Batgirl and other disappointments for Artists

August 11, 2022 04:00 - 24 minutes - 16.9 MB

Salman soliloquizes on performer's facing disappointments all the time, being nearly chocked to death by his own kid, and trying to escape the clutches of Facebook. Support the show

People are Doubting Salman's Parenting Skills in Ep50

August 08, 2022 08:00 - 24 minutes - 16.6 MB

Salman soliloquizes on Comedian Writer's Block, People's Views of his Parenting Skills, and Reviews TV Shows: Uncoupled, Surface and Industry. Support the show

Success Doesn't Need Talent in Ep49

August 02, 2022 04:00 - 24 minutes - 16.6 MB

Salman soliloquizes on Celebrity Paintings and the Importance of Being Famous. Support the show

2022 - We're Changing the World in Ep48

July 30, 2022 13:00 - 23 minutes - 15.9 MB

Salman soliloquizes on Visa Requirements being Racist, Wuhan, and Cloud Seeding. Support the show