Podcast Chowk
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Podcast ChowkMar 07, 2020
S04 E10: Middle Class ki Awaz (Season Finale)
We come to you after another gap with the last episode of the season and discuss the following this episode with a message for the tigers at the end:
-The current political situation in Pakistan
-The current economic crisis
-The recent ruling on Riba/Interest by Federal Shariah Court Pakistan
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S04 E09: Indo-Fascism
We talk about the growing persecution of Indian Muslims at the hands of the extremist Hindutva regime in this episode and joining us in this discussion is our Indian friend. Will "Mother India" ever accept its Muslim children, will they continue to face the worst forms of discrimination and terror due to their religion exposing the fault lines of the so-called secular state?
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S04 E08: Everything Wrong With Matrix 4
After an unintended long break, we get back to discuss:
-The next installment in the Matrix Saga
-How woke culture is destroying good storytelling
-Gender issues tangent from the movie
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S04 E07: Pakistan Storms Into the SEMIS (WCT20). Credit goes to All the Boys!
Finally we are back online with #PodcastChowk 7th Episode after a month long break! Please accept our sincere apologies, most of our team members were on a leave.
In the episode we reflected upon #Pakistanteam clinical run in the #WCT20, pretty unreal given our circumstances. Before starting the tournament our chairman got changed, coaches sacked or resigned, New Zealand & England cancelled their tours which led to Pakistan missing out important T20's & the team selection drama.
Despite all the chaos, Babarazam's XI (he played the same team throughout the tournament) topped the group stage without dropping a game. Interestingly in all 5 matches we had a different Man of the match (Shaheen Afridi, Haris Rauf, Asif Ali, Rizwan, Shoaib Malik ), literally ALL THE CREDIT GOES TO THE BOYS. Pakistan will lock horns against Australia in the semi-final. Cheers!
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S04 E06: Breaking the Matrix - A.I., Consciousness & Free Will
With the recent release of the Matrix 4 trailer, the Podcast Chowk team gathers to discuss the original Matrix trilogy and the themes within the movies, including:
-A.I., can it replace humans?
-Consciousness, what is it, & can A.I. ever attain consciousness?
-Free Will, the responsibility that comes with it
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S04 E05: Single National Curry? The State of Our Education
This week we find out what the Single National Curriculum is all about, and can it end the educational apartheid? We discuss the abysmal situation of our education system, the role of language in it, and provide a few solutions.
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S04 E04: Afridi in Hot Waters (AGAIN)!, New PCB “Raja”, Our World T20 2021 Squad
This week we delve into Pakistan's cricketing world with our resident cricket expert and discuss the following:
(7:00) Shahid Afridi's statement on the future of Cricket in Afghanistan
(14:54) Ramiz Raja as the new PCB chairman
(34:37) Podcast Chowk's pick for T20 Worldcup 2021 squad
You can also listen to us on Radio in Southampton UK on Awaaz FM 99.8 or www.awaazfm.co.uk, From 11 September 2021 onwards
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S04 E03: Kabul Airport Blast, Social Media Ban, & the Future of Voting in Pakistan
Due to the tragic attack on Kabul airport, the communication services were impacted, due to which we couldn't take our friend from Kabul on board this episode. So we discussed the following issues that made news recently:
- Attack on Kabul Airport (5:00)
- Evacuation of afghans to Pakistan & other countries, foreign relations opportunities for Pakistan (20:07)
- Ban on social media for civil servants in Pakistan (35:10)
- Electronic voting machines in Pakistan & overseas voting (49:21)
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S04 E02: Afghanistan: America's Tombstone?
Afghanistan has come as a surprise (or maybe not) for everyone. With almost every political pundit having a go at the situation, we thought of enlightening the world with our "much-awaited" opinions as well. Our speakers share their sentiments on what has been lost so far and what they hope can be gained in the time to come. Like everyone else, we have our hopes, fears, and most of all the prayers for the people of Afghanistan.
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S04 E01: Bolo Azadi (Independence Day Special)
This season kicks off on the Youm e Azaadi & accordingly our first episode is dedicated to the independence day. We discuss the partition, the monumental loss of life & humanity that came with it, which has indebted us to make sure that no sacrifice goes in vain.
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S03 E27: Ramzan Aya, Roza Rakho Ji (Season Finale)
Salam Everyone, This week we recorded our SEASON 3 FINALE with seven of our speakers! YES, YOU READ IT RIGHT!!
In this fun-packed 1.5 hours episode, we discussed our Ramadan experiences, Pak tour of SA 2021 & played the evergreen guess the personality challenge "KASOTI" between Team A: Ibrahim, Taha, Mohsin, Adnan V/S Team B: Akif, Ahsan, Sufyan.
FINALE BONUS: You can also listen to "PM Imran Khan's" message to Podcast Chowk & its listeners.
We appreciate each & every single of you who followed Podcast Chowk's Season 3 journey. Now, we will take a much-needed break before we prepare & return for season 4 with many exciting episodes.
Do let us know which episode you liked the most this season & what we can improve to make our episode better for the next season! Till then, please continue to observe all the precautions aimed at Covid19! We wish you a safe & blessed Ramzan.
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S03 E26: Dissecting Imran Khan's comments on Rape
This week we discuss the hot topic on everyone's feed, Khan Saab's comments on rape, abuse, vulgarity, & pardah. We not only express our opinion on Khan saab's take on the issue but also dissect the ensuing narrative that has divided the nation so much. Where do we lie on the spectrum? Is it possible to have a nuanced trigger-free conversation on a very challenging topic? Are their ideological biases at play?
Listen & find out.
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S03 E25: The Snyder Cut
This week we review the new Justice League Snyder Cut and discuss the phenomenon surrounding it and the unprecedented power the Western Cinema holds over the lives of people.
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S03 E24: Rated r/Pakistan
This week's episode is for the Reddit Community. We discuss the trends, impact, and responsibility of Pakistani Reddit (r/pakistan) while bringing our rants and complaints with certain subreddits.
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S03 E23: Mera Paighaam, Pakistan |A conversation with our brothers from India | Pakistan Day Special
23rd March Special!
On this Pakistan day, we sit down to have a frank & open conversation with our Indian brothers from across the border. We try to understand the partition & how it's viewed by those who made it to Pakistan & those who couldn't. We try to rehash the idea of why Pakistan was inevitable & what we think could be the future of Muslims in both Pakistan & India, given their history & current circumstances.
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S03 E22: PDM (Pakistan Drama Movement)
This week we discuss the following that made news in Pakistan:
-PDM Movement, disintegrating? (11:54)
-PAK COAS Bajwa's statement on forgetting the past and working towards peace with India (35:40)
-Some good news from Pakistan (53:49)
-Ending the episode with some global News (1:00:16)
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S03 E21: Bachay Mann Kay Sachay
In this episode, we sat down with a guest who has a deep interest and understanding of child development, especially with respect to modern family dynamics. We spoke broadly with her on the issues we think are commonly faced in our society when it comes to raising children. She also shed light on the kind of tools, & the relationship the spouses need to have to create a nurturing environment.
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S03 E20: The Curious Case of Aurat March
We casually touched upon the recent video that has gone viral of a romantic gesture by students from the University of Lahore, resulting in their expulsion. (4:20)
After which, we broached the ever-curious case of the Aurat March phenomenon. We tried to assess some of the underlying ideological leanings, the people involved, and the puzzling narrative arising out of the controversial sloganeering that seemingly digresses from the stated manifesto. (28:48)
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S03 E19: Pakistan Senate League (PSL)
We sit down and discuss the drama that unfolded last week around the senate elections. The alleged blackmail, money, and brokering involved in the name of power politics, stands in contrast to the tall claims of actual change, real accountability, and the promise to be different.
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S03 E18: Kia Tumhara Bacha Burger Baichta Hai?!
This week are back online with a returning speaker from the UK. We discuss the following:
-Working odd jobs or part-time before graduating and how it's perceived in Pakistan (11:10)
-Joint family system (42:10)
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S03 E17: Corruption ka Dhanda, Cricket ka Funda
This week we discuss a bit of everything, from entertainment media to politics and sports:
-Entertainment shows, dramas and their impact (4:31)
-Pakistan's rising rank in the 2020 Corruption Perception Index released by Transparency International (18:38)
-Pakistan cricket team's against South Africa during their recent tour and PSL 2021 (42:34)
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S03 E16: Main Bhi Shadi Karun Ga
In this episode, we discuss the following burning issues:
-How Pakistanis are now going about their business in the pandemic, our speaker's personal experience (4:27)
-The tragedy of Ali Sadpara, the iconic Pakistani mountain climber, and his dream to climb K2 in the winter (11:02)
-Ali Xeeshan, dowry, extravagant weddings and the struggle of a Pakistani bachelor (29:52)
-Government employees protesting for a pay rise in Islamabad (53:38)
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S03 E15: Urdu Medium
In this episode, we take up the Urdu language and:
-Discuss our individual experiences learning the language and the challenges we might have faced (4:50)
-Discuss our observation on where Urdu stands in Pakistan and amongst Pakistani's in Pakistan and overseas, touching upon the Cannoli Islamabad incident (47:43)
-Play a game where the speaker's Urdu is tested by speaking impromptu on a randomly selected for 90 seconds (1:10:41)
-Test our understanding of Urdu proverbs and idioms (1:40:50)
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S03 E14: GME, The Underdog of Wall Street
This week the boys join the GME war between the suits and the Wall Street Bets apes. How did all this start? Should we ride GME to the moon? Are all tendies equal? Which stock to buy? Tune in as we go Wall Street chowk.
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S03 E13: Bus Bhai Bus Ziada Baat Nahi Chief Saab
We get back to discussing Pakistani politics and news after a while by covering the following this episode:
- Broadsheet Case & NAB (5:10)
- Ex ISI Chief Asad Durrani's potential links with RAW (29:22)
- Pakistani cricket currently and cricket coming back to Pakistan (42:49)
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S03 E12: Capitol Talk
In this episode, we discuss what has been happening in American Politics since the elections, from the Capitol Hill riots to Biden's inauguration and presidency to date.
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S03 E11: Borne Identity (Part 2 of 2)
In the second episode of the two-episodic series, we discuss the questions raised by one of our listeners dealing with personal and spiritual development, building an identity amongst other things from the perspective of 9-5er.
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S03 E10: Borne Identity (Part 1 of 2)
In this first episode of a two-episodic series, we take up the suggestion by one of our listeners to discuss work-life and personal/spiritual development for 9-5ers.
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S03 E09: Maryam Nawaz vs Dr. Firdous Ashiq
This week the boys go Sci-fi as we discuss the boxing showdown between our Wonderwomen.
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S03 E08: A Journey Through the Dark (Jinns & Jinn Stories)
(Listen at your own risk)
This episode is not for the faint-hearted.
Jinns. Dark Magic. The supernatural. The paranormal. In our pursuit of venturing into different topics of interest, we simply couldn't miss out on this one. We've covered discussions on the reality of Jinns, their nature, & the play of black magic (6:40). Our speakers have also shared some real-life spooky accounts that someone close to them has experienced (42:55). In the end, Adnan bhai shares his own first-hand account of a truly terrifying paranormal encounter! (1:23:53)
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S03 E07: No Pain, No Gain
In this episode, we discuss our diet and fitness regimens and branch off into related topics of sportswear and childhood brawls.
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S03 E06: Lo Ji Ghauri Aya Phir
In this weeks episode, we discuss:
-The recent American Presidential Elections 2020 from an outsider perspective (5:00)
-Khadim Hussain Rizvi, the recently passed TLP chief (38:36)
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S03 E05: Single National Curriculum
This week we're joined with an education expert from Pakistan for a discussion on varying aspects of the "Single National Curriculum" which is expected to be implemented next year.
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S03 E04: Hakuna Matata
We come to you with a special guest this week, our friend from Tanzania. Who speaks Urdu out of the five languages he's familiar with. He has offered to mediate between Pakistan & India and is patriotic about his Passport.
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S03 E03: Le Boycott
The issues were a little more solemn this week. Our speakers chose a couple of topics to speak on:
- The french boycott by the Muslim world (06:25)
- The Peshawar Madrassa Blast & it's victims (51:17)
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S03 E02: TikTok & Chill
You don't want to miss this week's episode! The speakers discuss:
- The idea of a 'Pakistani Netflix' and movie plots inspirations from the rich real-life stories we have in Pakistan. (07:31)
- The phenomena of TikToK and its impact (28:37)
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S03 E01: Diplo-messy Kai Besharam Biscuits
And we're back! Season 3 starts with much need topics to discuss. Our speakers, all replenished, pour their insights on:
- The changing tides of the Israel Palestine conflict and the stakes for Pakistan (02:36)
- The Gala Ad, PEMRA notice, and Ansar Abbasi's cultural radar (30:25)
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S02 E23: Royal Rumble in the Rain (Season Finale)
We're finally here, the end of Season 2. And just like the last season finale, we've come together with this season's entire (almost) speaker line-up.
Among some friendly banter, we covered the record-breaking torrential rain in Karachi that has devastated the city and its people.
P.S Season 3 will go live in a few weeks I.A.
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S02 E22: Yeh Watan Humara Hai Par....
This week, we've landed back to our actual current reality, Pakistan. All praise to God. And our speakers are hands-on with our own set of issues this week:
- Flag on a Dog and Pakistani Patriotism (11:26)
- Saba Qamar & Bilal Saeed, TikTok of twirling in Wazir Khan Mosque (34:25)
- Nergis Mavalvala, the MIT Dean with a Pakistani origin (56:20)
P.S For more on the alternate reality referred to in this episode, listen to our previous one, the Independence Day Special.
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S02 E21: What if Pakistan Never Existed? (Independence Day Special)
This Independence Day, we come to you from an alternate reality where Muslims had abandoned the idea of a separate independent state and have always been living in an unpartitioned India.
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S02 E20: Ghar Ka Sher...
This episode the speakers converge on one of the most burning issues of our society, and the one that has come forth in its ugliest of forms in the past few weeks: Domestic abuse. We discuss this growing menace from a different angle, in the broader picture of how abuse is becoming rampant and how we often fail to look at the underlying disease.
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S02 E19: From Istanbul to Islamabad
This week we've covered topics relating to places of worship, their symbolism, and their significance to society. Hagia Sofia's conversion from a museum back to a mosque (7:07), and the building of a temple in Islamabad (42:02), we approach the subject from a non-apologetic stance.
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S02 E18: PUBG Banned, PIA Damned
In this week's episode, we get back into our groove and discuss the following news coming out of Pakistan:
- Dismissal Justice Arshad Malik of the accountability court (10:27)
- "Fake" Pakistani Pilots and drowning PIA (32:01)
- Ban on PUBG the mobile videogame (1:00:35)
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S02 E17: Hum Kis Gali Ja Rahe Hain
In this week's episode, we are joined by a professional family counselor from America, with whom we delve deep into a viral twitter thread once more. This time the speakers touch upon the many potential challenges that pose to Muslim families choosing to live in the West, or societies with rising degrees of 'westernization'.
https://twitter.com/papishawi/status/1263660330246459392?s=08
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S02 E16: Honey, I Have Sunk the Kids
In this week's episode our speakers discuss two varying topics:
- Shahid Afridi's alleged political prospects (8:45)
- The potential challenges of Immigration for the younger and older Muslim generation. https://twitter.com/papishawi/status/1263660330246459392?s=08 (30:37)
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S02 E15: Finding Neverland
This week's episode is as intense as it gets. Our speakers have an invigorating discussion on:
- Pakistan, dangling between hope and hopelessness, an overseas perspective on Pakistan (4:10)
- Zohra Shah Murder and the ever-burning child labor and child abuse issue (33:10)
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S02 E14: Maafi Ya Mazaq
Episode 14 of season 2 is all about the Uzma Khan case where the speakers sidestep the gossip to discuss the systemic issues which plague our legal & justice system.
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S02 E13: Kho Gia Hai Mera Chaand
Eid Mubarak to all our listeners! We're bringing you our eid episode. Luckily we have some relevant Eid related content thanks to the usual Eid Moon sighting conflict with Mufti Muneeb & Molvi Fawad Chaudhry locking horns once again. We also have a conversation on how Eid should be celebrated when there's prevailing grief & sorrow in Pakistan and elsewhere.
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S02 E12: Mera Ertugrul, Meri Shopping Spree
As lockdown eases in Pakistan, we see multiple issues arise in the media. We have a discussion on some of the more pressing ones:
- The Attack of the Shopping Aunties as lockdown eases (03:45)
- Religious Processions in Violation of Lockdown Protocols (26:16)
- Ertugrul TV series conquers the hearts and minds of Pakistanis (44:13)
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S02 E11: LUMS Heist
This episode is all about covering the trending topics of the past week. We have the much-needed discussion on:
- Dr. Aamir Liaquat, Adnan Siddiqui and Sarfaraz Ahmed's public spectacle (03:00)
- The exam-less promotion of students by the government based on the prior year's performance (27:50)
- The breakdown of the public statement by LUMS on their recent Fee Hike (38:45)
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