Strange Flavors

What does a director really think about people auditioning for his productions? Our stranger this week, MURAD AMAYREH, tells us about the cultural responsibility, Arab parental approval, and stigma he had to face trying to be a filmmaker in LA. He also breaks down his opinion of casting other races for specific ethnic roles, frustration with not being credited, YouTubers chances in Hollywood, and much more! The Strange Squad talks about the Christchurch shooting in New Zealand, Superwoman getting her own talk show, Aunty Becky going to jail, and more! This is the 78th episode of Strange Flavors, brought to you by Alif Theory. _____________________________________________ Email Us / Send Music: strangeflavorspodcast@gmail.com Tweet us: http://twitter.com/StrangeFlavors_ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/StrangeFlavors Facebook: http://facebook.com/StrangeFlavorsPodcast YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/StrangeFlavors _____________________________________________ LINKS: Christchurch Shooting Victims’ Fund: ht

How does somebody’s brain work and intellect expand when they are able to understand so much of the world? This week’s guest, DIVYA JETHWANI, has lived in the most diverse cities of the world and uses her knowledge of culture to connect people through the various networks, clubs, and organizations she takes part in/leads. The Strange Squad talks mixed emotions of Michael Jackson after Leaving Neverland documentary, forcing marriage, and more. This is the 77th episode of Strange Flavors, brought to you by Alif Theory.  _____________________________________________ Email Us / Send Music: strangeflavorspodcast@gmail.com Tweet us: http://twitter.com/StrangeFlavors_ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/StrangeFlavors Facebook: http://facebook.com/StrangeFlavorsPodcast YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/StrangeFlavors _____________________________________________ LINKS: GET OUR MERCH! http://aliftheory.com/shop BOOK US FOR A SHOW: info@aliftheory.com ____________________________________________ • FARAS • Tweet m

Let’s be honest, some “advancements” in our society are difficult to understand and adjust to. We discuss the impact of staging hate crimes, reemerging boy bands, Trevor Noah’s Pakistan-India war comment that may have crossed the line, and much more! This is the 76th episode of Strange Flavors, brought to you by Alif Theory. _____________________________________________ Email Us / Send Music: strangeflavorspodcast@gmail.com Tweet us: http://twitter.com/StrangeFlavors_ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/StrangeFlavors Facebook: http://facebook.com/StrangeFlavorsPodcast YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/StrangeFlavors _____________________________________________ LINKS: GET OUR MERCH! http://aliftheory.com/shop BOOK US FOR A SHOW: info@aliftheory.com ____________________________________________ UPCOMING SHOWS: Philly - Bryn Mawr College 3/2/19 @ 6pm ____________________________________________ • FARAS • Tweet me: http://twitter.com/Farosty | @Farosty on IG/Snap/YouTube/FB • SHAH-AMEER • Tweet me: https://twitt

Things get a little crazy backstage of our shows. We answer your questions you sent in and talk Jussie Smollett, Shamima Begum, Gully Boy, hotdog debates, and much more! This is the 75th episode of Strange Flavors, brought to you by Alif Theory.  _____________________________________________ Email Us / Send Music: strangeflavorspodcast@gmail.com Tweet us: http://twitter.com/StrangeFlavors_ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/StrangeFlavors Facebook: http://facebook.com/StrangeFlavorsPodcast YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/StrangeFlavors _____________________________________________ LINKS: GET OUR MERCH! http://aliftheory.com/shop BOOK US FOR A SHOW: info@aliftheory.com ____________________________________________ UPCOMING SHOWS: Philly - Bryn Mawr College 3/2/19 @ 6pm ____________________________________________ • FARAS • Tweet me: http://twitter.com/Farosty | @Farosty on IG/Snap/YouTube/FB • SHAH-AMEER • Tweet me: https://twitter.com/Shimmerwali | @Shimmerwali on IG/Snap/YouTube/FB • AMBER • Tweet me:

  Valentines Day is approaching so we’re taking on some juicy topics, including police warning students of a woman trying to find a date for her son! The Strange Squad gives their Grammys recap, thoughts on 21 Savage being from the UK, and much more! This is the 74th episode of Strange Flavors, brought to you by Alif Theory. _____________________________________________ Email Us / Send Music: strangeflavorspodcast@gmail.com Tweet us: http://twitter.com/StrangeFlavors_ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/StrangeFlavors Facebook: http://facebook.com/StrangeFlavorsPodcast YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/StrangeFlavors _____________________________________________ LINKS: GET OUR MERCH! http://aliftheory.com/shop BOOK US FOR A SHOW: info@aliftheory.com ____________________________________________ UPCOMING SHOWS: NYC Josh-E-Naach: 2/26/19 @ 6pm ____________________________________________ • FARAS • Tweet me: http://twitter.com/Farosty | @Farosty on IG/Snap/YouTube/FB • SHAH-AMEER • Tweet me: https://twitter.

Are we keeping the same energy when it comes to allegations against the King of Pop? People are upset about a new Michael Jackson documentary revealing new details from firsthand accounts to premiere soon. Does Black Panther deserve to be nominated for a Best Picture Oscar and what are other movies nominated? A Duke professor warns students not to speak Chinese. And much more! This is the 73rd episode of Strange Flavors, brought to you by Alif Theory.  _____________________________________________ Email Us / Send Music: strangeflavorspodcast@gmail.com Tweet us: http://twitter.com/StrangeFlavors_ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/StrangeFlavors Facebook: http://facebook.com/StrangeFlavorsPodcast YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/StrangeFlavors _____________________________________________ LINKS: GET OUR MERCH! http://aliftheory.com/shop BOOK US FOR A SHOW: info@aliftheory.com ____________________________________________ • FARAS • Tweet me: http://twitter.com/Farosty | @Farosty on IG/Snap/YouTube/FB • SH

Would you stop listening to your favorite artist if they had a history of disturbing allegations? Did Soulja Boy low key change the hip-hop game forever? We’re back with another Strange Exchange including returning guest co-host, Pilot Saad. Together we take on some of your awesome questions you guys sent in. This is the 72nd episode of Strange Flavors, brought to you by Alif Theory. _____________________________________________ Email Us / Send Music: strangeflavorspodcast@gmail.com Tweet us: http://twitter.com/StrangeFlavors_ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/StrangeFlavors Facebook: http://facebook.com/StrangeFlavorsPodcast YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/StrangeFlavors _____________________________________________ LINKS: GET OUR MERCH! http://aliftheory.com/shop BOOK US FOR A SHOW: info@aliftheory.com Saad’s Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/saad.qureshi7/ ____________________________________________ • FARAS • Tweet me: http://twitter.com/Farosty | @Farosty on IG/Snap/YouTube/FB • SHAH-AMEER

The Strange Squad answers all the questions and scenarios you threw our way as we start 2019 off with a bang. We dive into showing skin, good hair, taking $17 million when no one’s watching, and much more! This is the 71st episode of Strange Flavors, brought to you by Alif Theory. _____________________________________________ Email Us / Send Music: strangeflavorspodcast@gmail.com Tweet us: http://twitter.com/StrangeFlavors_ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/StrangeFlavors Facebook: http://facebook.com/StrangeFlavorsPodcast YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/StrangeFlavors _____________________________________________ LINKS: GET OUR MERCH! http://aliftheory.com/shop BOOK US FOR A SHOW: info@aliftheory.com ____________________________________________ • FARAS • Tweet me: http://twitter.com/Farosty | @Farosty on IG/Snap/YouTube/FB • SHAH-AMEER • Tweet me: https://twitter.com/Shimmerwali | @Shimmerwali on IG/Snap/YouTube/FB • AMBER • Tweet me: http://twitter.com/amberazadi | @amberazadi on IG/Snap/YouTube/

Imagine someone telling you “if we have to stuff you, we will.” Aspiring model, JULIE PODCZASKI talks to us about the crazy world of modeling and the fashion industry. We talk about ig models vs real models, the confusion of plus size models, nude shoots, and much more. The Strange Squad discusses the new Aladdin movie cover, Jay-Z and Kylie Jenner on the billionaires list, a wrestler forced to cut his dreads, and more. This is the 70th episode of Strange Flavors, brought to you by Alif Theory. _____________________________________________ Email Us / Send Music: strangeflavorspodcast@gmail.com Tweet us: http://twitter.com/StrangeFlavors_ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/StrangeFlavors Facebook: http://facebook.com/StrangeFlavorsPodcast YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/StrangeFlavors _____________________________________________ LINKS: GET OUR MERCH! http://aliftheory.com/shop BOOK US FOR A SHOW: info@aliftheory.com Rootsgear: https://rootsgear.com/ Tanmit’s Book: https://www.amazon.com/I-Wouldnt-Ca

He’s survived wars and broken homes, his brand became the largest market share in the South-Asian space, and he had to deal with a surprising divorce in the middle of his long awaited success. Our guest this week, TANMIT SINGH of ROOTSGEAR CLOTHING CO., talks to us about growing up post 9/11 America as a Sikh man, collaborations that boosted his company, cultural appropriation, and his book “I Wouldn't Call Em ‘Poems’” where he describes feelings towards his sudden breakup and mental health. National Suicide Prevention Lifeline: 1-800-273-8255 This is the 69th episode of Strange Flavors, brought to you by Alif Theory. _____________________________________________ Email Us / Send Music: strangeflavorspodcast@gmail.com Tweet us: http://twitter.com/StrangeFlavors_ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/StrangeFlavors Facebook: http://facebook.com/StrangeFlavorsPodcast YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/StrangeFlavors _____________________________________________ LINKS: GET OUR MERCH! http://aliftheory.com/shop

What is anti-animal language and why does PETA think it’s important? Amber reveals her secret crush and Shimmer’s controversial tweets surface (jk, but Kevin Hart stepping down as Oscars host has something to do with it). We also talk about Cardi B and Offset getting a divorce, men being sexualized like women, and give our Grammy predictions. This is the 68th episode of Strange Flavors, brought to you by Alif Theory. _____________________________________________ Email Us / Send Music: strangeflavorspodcast@gmail.com Tweet us: http://twitter.com/StrangeFlavors_ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/StrangeFlavors Facebook: http://facebook.com/StrangeFlavorsPodcast YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/StrangeFlavors _____________________________________________ LINKS: GET OUR MERCH! http://aliftheory.com/shop BOOK US FOR A SHOW: info@aliftheory.com ____________________________________________ • FARAS • Tweet me: http://twitter.com/Farosty | @Farosty on IG/Snap/YouTube/FB • SHAH-AMEER • Tweet me: https://twitte

We’re dissecting a lot of gender topics like relationships, gender roles, and financial situations. The Strange Squad also talks Goat Face, why Meek Mill’s new album “Championships” is a crucial moment in hip-hop, staying motivation in school, and much more. Thanks for sending in all your questions! This is the 67th episode of Strange Flavors, brought to you by Alif Theory. _____________________________________________ Email Us / Send Music: strangeflavorspodcast@gmail.com Tweet us: http://twitter.com/StrangeFlavors_ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/StrangeFlavors Facebook: http://facebook.com/StrangeFlavorsPodcast YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/StrangeFlavors _____________________________________________ LINKS: GET OUR MERCH! http://aliftheory.com/shop BOOK US FOR A SHOW: info@aliftheory.com ____________________________________________ • FARAS • Tweet me: http://twitter.com/Farosty | @Farosty on IG/Snap/YouTube/FB • SHAH-AMEER • Tweet me: https://twitter.com/Shimmerwali | @Shimmerwali on IG/Snap/

There’s a lot to be thankful for - the Thanksgiving tradition might not be one of them. We have an open discussion about Zayn Malik’s recent statement, talk high school reunions, names being chosen for you, feminists vs. Red Dead Redemption 2, Lion King, and much more! This is the 66th episode of Strange Flavors, brought to you by Alif Theory. _____________________________________________ Email Us / Send Music: strangeflavorspodcast@gmail.com Tweet us: http://twitter.com/StrangeFlavors_ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/StrangeFlavors Facebook: http://facebook.com/StrangeFlavorsPodcast YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/StrangeFlavors _____________________________________________ LINKS: GET OUR MERCH! http://aliftheory.com/shop BOOK US FOR A SHOW: info@aliftheory.com I Don’t Like My Parents Because They Don’t Accept Who I Am: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YGs9-_Fe74g ____________________________________________ • FARAS • Tweet me: http://twitter.com/Farosty | @Farosty on IG/Snap/YouTube/FB • SHAH-AM

How do we treat people differently when we think they’re close to touching fame? DMV hip-hop artist, MOE VISION returns to Strange Flavors and tells us exactly what it’s like being in those shoes. We talk about the themes from his new album, Changes: including family that doesn’t understand, girls he’s mentioned in his songs, constantly being detained at airports, and much more. The Strange Squad talks Stan Lee’s death, Pikachu movie trailer, and answers some of your questions. This is the 65th episode of Strange Flavors, brought to you by Alif Theory. _____________________________________________ Email Us / Send Music: strangeflavorspodcast@gmail.com Tweet us: http://twitter.com/StrangeFlavors_ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/StrangeFlavors Facebook: http://facebook.com/StrangeFlavorsPodcast YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/StrangeFlavors _____________________________________________ LINKS: GET OUR MERCH! http://aliftheory.com/shop BOOK US FOR A SHOW: info@aliftheory.com Listen to Changes by Moe V

The Strange Squad talks enemies, Hasan Minhaj’s new show Patriot Act, Will Smith at the Red Table Talk, and much more! This is the 64th episode of Strange Flavors, brought to you by Alif Theory. _____________________________________________ Email Us / Send Music: strangeflavorspodcast@gmail.com Tweet us: http://twitter.com/StrangeFlavors_ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/StrangeFlavors Facebook: http://facebook.com/StrangeFlavorsPodcast YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/StrangeFlavors _____________________________________________ LINKS: GET OUR MERCH! http://aliftheory.com/shop BOOK US FOR A SHOW: info@aliftheory.com ____________________________________________ • FARAS • Tweet me: http://twitter.com/Farosty | @Farosty on IG/Snap/YouTube/FB • SHAH-AMEER • Tweet me: https://twitter.com/Shimmerwali | @Shimmerwali on IG/Snap/YouTube/FB • AMBER • Tweet me: http://twitter.com/ayeekhan | @ayeekhan on IG/Snap/YouTube/FB _____________________________________________ Music this week: 1. Ha.Ris - Morning Sun

What would you do if you won the lottery and more importantly, would you share it? The Strange Squad works on getting this bread and talks sleep, new king of YouTube, Brother Nature’s controversy, and much more! This is the 63rd episode of Strange Flavors, brought to you by Alif Theory. _____________________________________________ Email Us / Send Music: strangeflavorspodcast@gmail.com Tweet us: http://twitter.com/StrangeFlavors_ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/StrangeFlavors Facebook: http://facebook.com/StrangeFlavorsPodcast YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/StrangeFlavors _____________________________________________ LINKS: GET OUR MERCH! http://aliftheory.com/shop BOOK US FOR A SHOW: info@aliftheory.com ____________________________________________ • FARAS • Tweet me: http://twitter.com/Farosty | @Farosty on IG/Snap/YouTube/FB • SHAH-AMEER • Tweet me: https://twitter.com/Shimmerwali | @Shimmerwali on IG/Snap/YouTube/FB • AMBER • Tweet me: http://twitter.com/ayeekhan | @ayeekhan on IG/Snap/YouT

Who gets to decide where the line is when it comes to diss tracks, protests, and making young filthy YouTube money? The Strange Squad takes on new details on Drake vs Pusha T, Rihanna turning down the Super Bowl, Shane Dawson’s documentaries on Jake Paul, and much more! This is the 62nd episode of Strange Flavors, brought to you by Alif Theory. _____________________________________________ Email Us / Send Music: strangeflavorspodcast@gmail.com Tweet us: http://twitter.com/StrangeFlavors_ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/StrangeFlavors Facebook: http://facebook.com/StrangeFlavorsPodcast YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/StrangeFlavors _____________________________________________ LINKS: GET OUR MERCH! http://aliftheory.com/shop ____________________________________________ • FARAS • Tweet me: http://twitter.com/Farosty | @Farosty on IG/Snap/YouTube/FB • SHAH-AMEER • Tweet me: https://twitter.com/Shimmerwali | @Shimmerwali on IG/Snap/YouTube/FB • AMBER • Tweet me: http://twitter.com/ayeekhan | @ayeekh

Do you believe in the love of power or the power of love? Thanks for sending in all these interesting questions for us to think about! We also give our takes on the Khabib vs Conor mayhem, Drake exposing Kanye, Kanye meeting Trump at the White House, and much more. This is the 61st episode of Strange Flavors, brought to you by Alif Theory. _____________________________________________ Email Us / Send Music: strangeflavorspodcast@gmail.com Tweet us: http://twitter.com/StrangeFlavors_ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/StrangeFlavors Facebook: http://facebook.com/StrangeFlavorsPodcast YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/StrangeFlavors _____________________________________________ LINKS: NEW PARODY: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=i56nZkUdWRs GET OUR MERCH! http://aliftheory.com/shop ____________________________________________ • FARAS • Tweet me: http://twitter.com/Farosty | @Farosty on IG/Snap/YouTube/FB • SHAH-AMEER • Tweet me: https://twitter.com/Shimmerwali | @Shimmerwali on IG/Snap/YouTube/FB • AM

We’re dissecting the stories of Lindsay Lohan, Kanye giving Kim a million dollars and part of Yeezy, and Khabib vs Connor. We also explain how we work through creative blocks and celebrities we’d want to meet and work with. This is the 60th episode of Strange Flavors, brought to you by Alif Theory. _____________________________________________ Email Us / Send Music: strangeflavorspodcast@gmail.com Tweet us: http://twitter.com/StrangeFlavors_ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/StrangeFlavors Facebook: http://facebook.com/StrangeFlavorsPodcast YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/StrangeFlavors _____________________________________________ LINKS: NEW PARODY: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=i56nZkUdWRs GET OUR MERCH! http://aliftheory.com/shop ____________________________________________ • FARAS • Tweet me: http://twitter.com/Farosty | @Farosty on IG/Snap/YouTube/FB • SHAH-AMEER • Tweet me: https://twitter.com/Shimmerwali | @Shimmerwali on IG/Snap/YouTube/FB • AMBER • Tweet me: http://twitter.com/ayeekhan |

It’s GOATober so it’s time to get cozy and talk scary stuff, and hit some bizarre topics that keeps the internet undefeated. Dawar and Ahmed join the Strange Squad to talk gender reveals getting out of hand, celebrities doing questionable things, and much more. This is the 59th episode of Strange Flavors, brought to you by Alif Theory. _____________________________________________ Email Us / Send Music: strangeflavorspodcast@gmail.com Tweet us: http://twitter.com/StrangeFlavors_ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/StrangeFlavors Facebook: http://facebook.com/StrangeFlavorsPodcast YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/StrangeFlavors _____________________________________________ LINKS: Buy our merch! http://aliftheory.com/shop ____________________________________________ • FARAS • Tweet me: http://twitter.com/Farosty | @Farosty on IG/Snap/YouTube/FB • SHAH-AMEER • Tweet me: https://twitter.com/Shimmerwali | @Shimmerwali on IG/Snap/YouTube/FB • AMBER • Tweet me: http://twitter.com/ayeekhan | @ayeekhan on IG/S