Vaguely Familiar
69 episodes - English - Latest episode: about 1 year ago - ★★★★★ - 1 ratingBecome a Paid Subscriber: https://anchor.fm/vaguelyfamiliar/subscribe
Vaguely Familiar is hosted by brothers M. Nazar Syed and Ahmed Bashaar Syed. They talk to artists they like about their craft and their way of pursuing their art. They will also rant about sports and movies from time to time.
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Episodes
William Dozier, on TikTok, Writing and Eventually Making It As A Writer #Ep82
March 31, 2023 21:34 - 1 hour - 57.1 MBIn this new episode, Nazar sits down with TikTok and Booktok star, William Dozier. They talk about the internet, making it as a writer, and what it takes to write well in these modern times! --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/vaguelyfamiliar/message
Irfan Junejo, Kazi Akbar, Ali Abbasi return! (Urdu) Ep #81
February 20, 2023 21:27 - 1 hour - 65.6 MBIn this episode, the squad is reunited for a mega, insane, all-encompassing podcast about everything and nothing at all. ENJOY! --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/vaguelyfamiliar/message
Rob Harvilla talks about Swifties, The Goo Goo Dolls and his podcast! | Ep# 80
November 21, 2022 17:36 - 1 hour - 61.5 MBIn this episode, Nazar sits down with The Ringer Podcast Network's editor and host of 60 Songs that Explain the 90s, Rob Harvilla! This was a dream guest for us and we get to talk about John Mayer, Swifties, Rock Criticism and lots of Goo Goo Dolls talk! --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/vaguelyfamiliar/message
Pakistan Lose. England Wins. | World Cup Review | Ep#79
November 15, 2022 07:44 - 42 minutes - 39.3 MBIn this episode, the lads discuss the Cricket World T20 Final against Pakistan and England. It was a shocker. Onwards and upwards! --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/vaguelyfamiliar/message
PAKISTAN IS IN. INDIA IS OUT. | World Cup review | Ep#78
November 11, 2022 05:16 - 28 minutes - 26.4 MBIn this episode, the boys discuss Pakistan's miraculous stint against New Zealand and the COMICAL departure of the Indian Cricket Team. Miracles continue to happen for this team. Let's go! --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/vaguelyfamiliar/message
Pakistan THROUGH To the Semis! World Cup Review | Ep #77
November 07, 2022 07:13 - 33 minutes - 30.6 MBIn this episode, the lads discuss Pakistan's miraculous qualification into the semis. Thanks to the Netherlands. Thanks to lady luck. See you in the finals!? --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/vaguelyfamiliar/message
Should Babar Azam be Sacked After Zimbabwe? | World Cup Review | Ep#76
October 28, 2022 04:50 - 34 minutes - 47 MBIn this episode, we talk about the world cup disappointment that continues to be the Pakistani cricket team. With Twitter erupting with SACK BABAR AZAM slogans, the boys discussed the way out of this conundrum and how to make sure this team succeeds at the WT20. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/vaguelyfamiliar/message
King Kohli and the Final Over Fiasco | World Cup Review | Ep#75
October 24, 2022 03:28 - 58 minutes - 80.5 MBIn this episode, the boys break down Pakistan vs India in the Cricket T20 World Cup. This game was full of emotions. They touch upon Babar Azam's legacy as well as acknowledge Virat Kohli as the greatest to ever do it. This defeat hurt. Lots of emotions, as always in this cricket competition. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/vaguelyfamiliar/message
House of the Dragon or Game of Thrones? Ep #74
October 01, 2022 03:39 - 39 minutes - 36.4 MBIn this episode, the boys break down episodes 1-5 of House of the Dragon. It's... fine. I guess. I don't know. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/vaguelyfamiliar/message
Pakistan BOTTLED The Asia Cup | Ep #73
September 12, 2022 06:03 - 49 minutes - 67.4 MBIn this episode, the boys round up the Asia Cup odyssey of Pakistan throughout their games. Some highs, some lows, some dropped catches. The usual. A lovely insightful conversation and a SPECIAL message to Akaash Singh at the end. What a knob. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/vaguelyfamiliar/message
ODI Cricket is dying and we need to save it! | Ep#72
August 11, 2022 19:32 - 43 minutes - 40 MBIn this episode, the boys talk about the dangers the cricketing world might face with the takeover of T20 cricket and franchises having priority over international cricket. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/vaguelyfamiliar/message
UofT Professor on Challenging Yourself, Studying Calc and Running w/ Professor Ray Grinnell | Ep# 71
July 22, 2022 18:06 - 1 hour - 81.9 MBIn this episode, the boys sit with Bashaar's calculus professor from the University of Toronto. They talk about the advantages of studying calculus in real-life situations, making friends along the way, living life in Canada, and lots of running! --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/vaguelyfamiliar/message
THOR is good (?) + Marvel Phase 4 Review! | Ep# 70
July 10, 2022 02:29 - 57 minutes - 52.4 MBIn this episode, the boys are back with Usama Khalid talking in detail about Thor: Love and Thunder! They then break down Marvel's Phase 4 and how the post-Avengers Endgame era is doing. That and so much more in this come-back episode! Support us! Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/vaguelyfamiliar Ko-fi: https://ko-fi.com/vaguelyfamiliar Follow us! Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/VaguelyFamiliarPod Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/VaguelyFamiliarPod Twitter: https://www.twitter.com...
John Mayer's Tour Review, Sob Rock | Episode #69
May 23, 2022 03:12 - 24 minutes - 22.1 MBIn this episode, the boys break down John Mayer's Sob Rock Tour and review the best of their night in Toronto. The hits were played like Gravity, Slow Dancing, and Edge of Desire. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/vaguelyfamiliar/message
Dr. Strange Madness of the Sequels SPOILER Review, Dajjaal Theories | Episode #68
May 08, 2022 04:36 - 36 minutes - 33.7 MBIn this episode, the boys review and spoil Dr. Strange and the Multiverse of Madness! They talk about Wanda, the many surprising turn of events as well as the likelihood that the MCU is setting up Dajjaal. It gets cooky in here. Enjoy! Support us! Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/vaguelyfamiliar Ko-fi: https://ko-fi.com/vaguelyfamiliar --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/vaguelyfamiliar/message
Carl Mayer on brother John Mayer, his 15$ Game Show and life as a fan of Late Night TV | Episode #67
April 17, 2022 14:00 - 1 hour - 78.8 MBIn this episode, the boys sit down with late-night TV aficionado, host of the 15$ Game Show, and brother to Grammy-winning musician John Mayer, Mr. Carl Mayer. Carl was an absolute delight, as the boys talked about his origin story back in Fairfield, Connecticut, growing up fans of game shows and intertwining the success of his brother John Mayer. There are wonderful stories, insights on his love for late-night TV, and just a hilarious conversation about everything in between. Carl's IG: ht...
Ali Abbasi on TPR, Life in Karachi and the Podcasting Scene in Pakistan | Episode #66
April 10, 2022 22:03 - 1 hour - 60.6 MBIn this episode, Nazar finishes off his Pakistan leg of the podcast with fellow podcaster and friend of the pod, Ali Abbasi. They talk about the podcasting scene in Pakistan, their time spent in Karachi together, and how important is the TPR podcast in the larger scheme of things. Lots of behind-the-scenes stuff as well. Enjoy! Ali: https://twitter.com/themaholupper TPR: https://open.spotify.com/show/6PvTahp94MbGf1PioDBpfa?si=62edba1f062e4460 --- Send in a voice message: https://podcas...
Will Smith's Ridiculous Behaviour At The Oscars! | Episode #65
April 01, 2022 06:46 - 31 minutes - 29 MBIn this episode, the boys break THAT slap. How can he slap? They present their theories on what may have happened to Will Smith, where they were when it happened, and what should Chris Rock do in the aftermath. A very somber episode, where Bashaar finds himself parodying Will Smith MANY times. A total delight. https://mnazarsyed.substack.com/p/how-can-he-slap?s=w Support us! Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/vaguelyfamiliar --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/...
F.S. Yousaf on Writing, Publishing and Serenity | Episode #63
March 05, 2022 23:13 - 1 hour - 60.6 MBIn this episode, the boys sit with acclaimed writer and poet, Farhan S. Yousaf. They talk about his origins as a writer, the spark that led him to poetry, how his marriage influences his writing, and how being in love is kind of a blessing. Enjoy this heartful conversation! F.S. Yousaf HIS NEW BOOK: https://amzn.to/3vG4ZMN IG: https://www.instagram.com/fs.yousaf/?hl=en Twitter: https://twitter.com/fsyousaf_?s=20&t=IS7wcrn3miMQPBQk9M6cNQ --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/...
F.S. Yousaf on Writing, Publishing and Serenity | Episode #64
March 05, 2022 23:13 - 1 hour - 60.6 MBIn this episode, the boys sit with acclaimed writer and poet, Farhan S. Yousaf. They talk about his origins as a writer, the spark that led him to poetry, how his marriage influences his writing, and how being in love is kind of a blessing. Enjoy this heartful conversation! F.S. Yousaf HIS NEW BOOK: https://amzn.to/3vG4ZMN IG: https://www.instagram.com/fs.yousaf/?hl=en Twitter: https://twitter.com/fsyousaf_?s=20&t=IS7wcrn3miMQPBQk9M6cNQ --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters...
The Batman SPOILER REVIEW! Robert Pattinson is AMAZING! | Episode #63
March 04, 2022 18:51 - 46 minutes - 42.6 MBIn this episode, we talk in-depth and in full about The Batman! We go into spoilers, plot points and definitively talk about Robert Pattinson as THE BATMAN. Selena Kyle was great in it too and The Riddler... well, you'll just have to hear it. Matt Reeves' The Batman is iconic. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/vaguelyfamiliar/message
Who is the BEST Batman Ever?! | Episode #62
March 03, 2022 08:49 - 31 minutes - 29 MBIn this video, the boys discuss the history of the Batmen in the world, including animated and disclose their top 3 favourite Batmen. All of this is leading up to The Batman, starring Robert Pattinson! Follow us! Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/VaguelyFamiliarPod Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/VaguelyFamiliarPod Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/VaguelyFamPod Nazar: Twitter: https://twitter.com/mnazarsyed Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mnazarsyed/ Bashaar: Twitter: ht...
Australia in Pakistan! A Series Preview | Episode #61
March 03, 2022 06:39 - 18 minutes - 17.2 MBIn this episode, the boys breakdown the importance of the Pakistan vs Australia series IN Pakistan! Follow us! Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/VaguelyFamiliarPod Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/VaguelyFamiliarPod Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/VaguelyFamPod Nazar: Twitter: https://twitter.com/mnazarsyed Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mnazarsyed/ Bashaar: Twitter: https://twitter.com/CallMeBashaar Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/CallMeBashaar --- Send in a ...
Australia in Pakistan After 24 Years! A Series Preview | Episode #61
March 03, 2022 06:39 - 18 minutes - 17.2 MBIn this episode, the boys breakdown the importance of the Pakistan vs Australia series IN Pakistan! Follow us! Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/VaguelyFamiliarPod Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/VaguelyFamiliarPod Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/VaguelyFamPod Nazar: Twitter: https://twitter.com/mnazarsyed Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mnazarsyed/ Bashaar: Twitter: https://twitter.com/CallMeBashaar Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/CallMeBashaar --- Send in a ...
Lahore Qalandars Win Their FIRST PSL | Episode #60
March 01, 2022 05:53 - 32 minutes - 29.7 MBIn this episode, the boys breakdown the Lahore Qalandars winning their first PSL, and the abysmal performance by Babar Azam and the Karachi Kings. Also they dive into the Australians coming to Pakistan as well! --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/vaguelyfamiliar/message
Kazi Akber on Podcasting, Self-Hate, Love and a surprise entry by Anika Zulfikar! | Episode #59
February 23, 2022 15:00 - 1 hour - 57.8 MBIn this episode, Kazi Akber sits down with Nazar and they talk about the podcasting landscape and the relationship he has with self-hate. They dive deep into the logistics of making it on YouTube and to top it all off, there is a surprise guest entry by Anika Zulfikar, AKA Punkistan halfway through. Enjoy! --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/vaguelyfamiliar/message
Irfan Junejo's Advice On Love, Loss & Relationships | Episode #58
February 13, 2022 17:00 - 1 hour - 126 MBIn this episode, Nazar visits Pakistan and talks to Irfan Junejo about life and moving forwards from loss. They dive deep into what it means to be a creator, and how to sustain a long-term relationship as a creative person. This was a delight to record and honestly, Nazar could've gone two more hours with Irfan. Cheers! 0:00 - Irfan Junejo returns to the pod 2:39 - The creative community and its impact on Irfan's creative process 5:42 - Irfan on looking back at his journey on YouTube...
Krish Vithlani on Investing, Watches & Reflecting on Life | Episode #57
February 05, 2022 07:02 - 1 hour - 114 MBIn this episode, a longtime friend of the pod, Krish Vithlani catches up with the boys about life, love and their mutual interest in watches, investing and the immigrant life. Enjoy --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/vaguelyfamiliar/message
Tom Butwin on John Mayer, YouTube and Swifties | Episode #56
January 30, 2022 18:03 - 1 hour - 90.5 MBIn this episode, the boys sit down with singer, songwriter and YouTuber, Tom Butwin. Enjoy! --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/vaguelyfamiliar/message
Usama Khalid discusses being a Desi creator and Bullying | Episode #55
January 07, 2022 18:04 - 1 hour - 99.7 MBUsama Khalid is a friend of the podcast. He's a graphic designer and artist. He talks about his experience pursuing english literature and being a desi creator. This was a fun one! --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/vaguelyfamiliar/message
2021 Year in Review: Growth, Books We Read and Artists We Discovered | Episode #54
January 01, 2022 04:21 - 28 minutes - 26.7 MB2021 was a year of personal growth, learning, and overcoming obstacles. In this episode, we talked about how grateful we are for this podcast, how it has opened doors to a creative universe - giving us an opportunity to rub shoulders with creators we once looked up to. We also talked about some of the books we read in 2021 which had a profound effect on us, new artists we discovered, and lastly, what 2022 holds in store for us. Wishing all our listeners a Happy New Year! --- Send in a voi...
Virat Kohli’s Downfall and How It Happened | Episode #53
December 26, 2021 18:47 - 37 minutes - 35 MBVirat Kohli, one of the greatest cricketers of all time, has not scored a hundred in over 2 years. More recently, he’s been stripped away of all white ball captaincy of India after being unable to win a single ICC tournament (as captain). In this episode, we break down Virat Kohli’s career and highlight some alarming stats. Is he really the greatest of all time? --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/vaguelyfamiliar/message
Spotify Wrapped 2021: Our Top Artists, Songs and Podcasts | Episode #52
December 23, 2021 23:30 - 27 minutes - 37.5 MBIn this episode, we break down our spotify wrapped for 2021! --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/vaguelyfamiliar/message
Spider-Man: No Way Home SPOILER Review & Discussion | Episode #51
December 17, 2021 21:41 - 36 minutes - 34 MBIn this episode, the boys talk about the new Spider-Man movie. That is all. SPOILER WARNING IS IN EFFECT! --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/vaguelyfamiliar/message
Pakistan Vs Bangladesh Series WRAPPED | Episode #50
December 09, 2021 07:06 - 26 minutes - 36.9 MBIn this episode, the boys wrap up the Pak vs Bang series in style and discuss the high points, and the boring point. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/vaguelyfamiliar/message
The New Coldplay Album is BAD?! Episode #49
November 29, 2021 06:20 - 32 minutes - 44.5 MBIn this episode, the boys discuss Music of the Spheres and how atrocious it came out to be. All the criticism comes from a loving place! No hate here. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/vaguelyfamiliar/message
Pakistan KNOCKED OUT of T20 World Cup| Episode #48
November 12, 2021 05:06 - 32 minutes - 45.2 MBIn this episode, the boys sit down solemnly and are reminded how humbling the game of Cricket can be. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/vaguelyfamiliar/message
Pakistan INTO the SEMIS at the T20I World Cup! A week in review| Episode #47
November 05, 2021 22:54 - 34 minutes - 46.9 MBIn this episode, the boys dive deep into the week which should just be renamed "The Greatest Week in Pakistan Cricket History." All vibes, no plans. Let's go! --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/vaguelyfamiliar/message
Dave Chappelle's "The Closer", Our thoughts and Review | Episode #45
October 21, 2021 23:44 - 23 minutes - 32.2 MBIn this episode, the boys sit down and talk about Dave Chappelle's controversial yet thought-provoking special, The Closer. They talk about cancel culture, Dave Chappelle's legacy, and comedy in general. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/vaguelyfamiliar/message
Pakistan T20 WC Squad Breakdown | Episode #44
October 11, 2021 03:37 - 37 minutes - 51.9 MBVaguely Familiar presents Backward Point. In this episode, the boys do an in-depth analysis of Pakistan's squad for the T20 World Cup. They go deep into stats, recent changes to the squad, and controversial selections. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/vaguelyfamiliar/message
Emaad Paracha talks about Aliens, Astrophysics and The Currency Project | Episode #43
September 28, 2021 05:04 - 53 minutes - 73.4 MBIn this episode, the boys sit down with friend and Astrophysicist, Emaad Paracha. Emaad has gone around the world with his Currency Project, photographing famous architectural sights that have wound up on national currency. He is also an astrophysicist, very keen on looking into the stars and finding out where we came from. ENJOY! --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/vaguelyfamiliar/message
New Zealand Abandoned Us! Emergency Pod | Episode #42
September 18, 2021 04:00 - 21 minutes - 14.5 MBIn this episode, the boys dive into the news that broke this morning, about the sudden decision of NZC to back out of the Pakistan tour. Hearts were broken, and podcasts were recorded. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/vaguelyfamiliar/message
Welcome to Vaguely Familiar! | Episode #41
September 17, 2021 17:00 - 35 minutes - 24.5 MBIntroducing, Vaguely Familair! --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/vaguelyfamiliar/message
We got COVID, Mental and Physical Health + Post Existential Crisis // Episode #40
May 24, 2021 18:00 - 38 minutes - 26.4 MBIn this episode, the boys sit down and give an update on the few weeks that the household was struck with COVID19. They talk about the mental and physical effects the virus has and what they did to cope with it. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/vaguelyfamiliar/message
We got COVID, Mental and Physical Health + Post Existential Crisis // Episode 40
May 24, 2021 18:00 - 38 minutes - 26.5 MBIn this episode, the boys sit down and give an update on the few weeks that the household was struck with COVID19. They talk about the mental and physical effects the virus has and what they did to cope with it.
Bobbywood, Switching to an iPhone and WHAT HAPPENED || Episode #39
April 11, 2021 04:00 - 35 minutes - 24.3 MBIn this episode, the boys come back from a long break and decide to start a new segment called WHAT HAPPENED. They recap their week and Bashaar tells an astounding story about Bobbywood! --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/vaguelyfamiliar/message
Ali Abdaal Talks About Life in Pakistan, Money, Relationships and Grief || Episode #38
March 22, 2021 18:00 - 52 minutes - 36.3 MBIn this episode, we talk to our dream guest Ali Abdaal. We ask him all the questions we've wanted to ask and it was such a delight. Thanks to Ali for taking the time out. Enjoy this one! 0:00 - Intro 1:08 - Ali's childhood in Karachi, Africa, and the UK 6:44 - Ali revisiting Karachi in 2019 9:35 - The immigrant mentality and pursuing the STEMs 13:39 - The Ali Abdaal origin story 22:15 - Ali on feeling like a celebrity 25:30 - Identifying as a doctor and feeling starstruck 28:30 - Ali's r...
Daim Khalid Talks about Filmmaking, Pakistani Culture and Life in Canada || Episode #37
March 15, 2021 01:00 - 50 minutes - 34.6 MBIn this episode, the boys sit with Canadian filmmaker Daim Khalid and talk about his roots in Pakistan, his love for music, and his very unique style of filmmaking. The conversation was sincere and intimate and such a delight! --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/vaguelyfamiliar/message
Abraash Khan on Playing With Shahid Afridi, Canadian Cricket and Life as a Cricketer || Episode #36
March 07, 2021 17:00 - 45 minutes - 31.3 MBIn this episode, the boys sit down with Abraash Khan, Canadian Cricketer from Mississauga, Ontario. They talk about the Canadian Cricket System, how it feels like playing with your heroes like Shahid Afridi, and life as a modern-day cricketer in the UK. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/vaguelyfamiliar/message
Arslan Athar Talks About Desi Collective, Fatima Bhutto and the Joys of Writing || Episode #35
February 28, 2021 19:00 - 38 minutes - 26.2 MBIn this video, Nazar sat down with Arslan Ather, the editor of the Desi Collective. They talked about the Pakistani literary revolution and how it feels like working with Fatima Bhutto on his own work. A lot of books were discussed, a lot of writing tips. Enjoy this one! 0:00 - Intro 1:02 - The idea of Desi Collective 6:29 - Writing Vs Editing 9:59 - Arslan's journey as a writer and working with AR 16:52 - Where does Desi Collective go from here? 21:36 - Working with Fatima Bhutto 30:47 ...