Watch shorter clips from this episode here:https://www.youtube.com/@AwakeningSiddhartha_Clips/videos
Join me for an incredible conversation with Syed, an immigrant who overcame huge obstacles to become a successful comedian and salesman – all while dealing with shocking sleepwalking!
We go from discussing his wild journey from Saudi Arabia to Pakistan to Texas and more, to talking about how he fought deportation after 9/11 to build a corporate career in Canada. Syed then opens up about how he got into stand-up comedy and his struggles to keep performing amidst global tragedies like the Israel-Palestine conflict.
The revelation of his intense, “Exorcist-style” sleepwalking and how cannabis helps provide relief makes for a fascinating listen!
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Timestamps:
00:00:00 – Comfortable Footwear Discussion
Conversation starts with a light-hearted topic about comfortable footwear, focusing on slippers and the Bata Museum in Toronto.
00:01:31 – Slumdog Millionaire Talk
Delving into the film “Slumdog Millionaire”, exploring its impact and reception by different audiences.
00:03:34 – Background Story of Sid Syed
Sid shares his personal journey, from his birth in Saudi Arabia, through Pakistan, the United States, and finally settling in Canada.
00:11:18 – US Educational and Cultural Experiences
Reflecting on Sid’s experiences in American high schools, highlighting the cultural and educational differences.
00:24:04 – Post-9/11 Immigration Challenges
Discussing the difficulties faced as an immigrant in the United States post-9/11 and the subsequent move to Canada.
00:29:30 – Transition to Life in Canada
Sid narrates his initial experiences in Canada, including adapting to a new life and the jobs taken up by his family.
00:32:31 – Advice for Immigrants and Career Tips
Offering valuable advice for immigrants, focusing on career progression, the significance of education, and success strategies.
00:42:09 – Drug Use Discussion
A frank discussion about drug use, its consequences, and the societal implications.
01:06:18- Discussion on Drug Use and Sleepwalking
Syed talks about his experiences with drug use and how cannabis affected his sleepwalking.
01:10:40 – Career in Comedy
Transition to discussing Syed career journey into comedy.
01:17:24 – Participation in ‘Just for Laughs’ Festival
Syed discusses his participation in the ‘Just for Laughs’ festival.
01:20:26 – Interactions and Experiences in the Comedy Scene
Insight into Syeds experiences and interactions within the comedy scene.
01:32:55 – Impact of Israel-Palestine War on Comedy and Personal Life
A discussion on how current events, like the Israel-Palestine conflict, impact Syed comedy.
01:39:40 – Reflections on Empathy and Humanity
Syed reflects on empathy, humanity, and understanding different perspectives.
01:49:37 – Closing Thoughts and Future Plans
Concluding thoughts on life perspectives and future plans in comedy.
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