#257 - The Fusion of Humor and Heart, from the comedy specials of Akaash Singh and Fahim Anwar to the award-winning film CODA
Description
Welcome back to the Spun Today podcast where we weave creativity into the everyday fabric of our lives.
In this episode for you comedy aficionados we'll dissect the success of stand-up specials like Akaash Singh's "Gaslit" and Fahim Anwar's "House Money," examining the innovative ways these comics are delivering their content directly to fans, bypassing the traditional platforms.
Then we're getting cinematic as we discuss the Oscar-winning film "Coda," exploring how the movie's heartwarming family dynamics, a passionate protagonist, and its small-town nostalgia may stir the storyteller within you.
So whether you're into the art of storytelling, looking for some inspiration, or just need a good laugh, tune in as we unravel these threads on episode 257.
The Spun Today Podcast is a Podcast that is anchored in Writing, but unlimited in scope. Give it a whirl.
Time Stamps
00:00 - Start
05:33 - Akash discusses polarized and extreme political ideologies.
08:56 - Tony explores how Comics innovate by offering free YouTube specials.
12:32 - Tony suggests adding one promo ad before, during, after the special.
15:26 - Fahim Anwar's decides to leave behind an engineering career, for stand up comedy.
16:50 - Fahim speaks about being in relationships.
20:14 - The first Deaf actor wins Oscar for best supporting role. 22:15 - Josh Dubin is the Executive director of Perlmutter center for Legal justice.
25:16 - The protagonist of CODA is the only hearing member, translator in her family.
31:33 - In CODA the family starts successful business, but Ruby wants out.
34:33 - In CODA the family supports daughter's singing dream at audition.
38:39 - Promo for the Fire Breathing Kittens podcast.
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Links referenced in this episode:
Akaash Singh - GASLIT (2024) Full Special https://youtu.be/p_HqJyq2SYU?si=KHL_RFId_Z7SDqmk
Fahim Anwar: House Money Extended Version FULL SPECIAL: https://youtu.be/lbQczAcZb_0?si=e2Fumi9e_-X3YPtI
CODA https://www.imdb.com/title/tt10366460/fullcredits
JRE episode with Josh Dubin & Sheldon Johnson: https://open.spotify.com/episode/3nsOv2Bl6OVvTcjUrJ1GUa?si=okU9cvVFSvKFcldj6Jv06A
Article about the murder charge: https://amp.theguardian.com/us-news/2024/mar/08/sheldon-johnson-arrested-torso-new-york
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