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In this episode, I sit down with Prince Abdi. Somali-British comedian, writer, and former teacher, to explore his journey from the classroom to the comedy stage.
We discuss growing up in Brixton, navigating cultural identity, finding humour in pain, and where the line between comedy and controversy truly lies.
Inside the conversation we cover:
– From teaching to stand-up: the transition that changed everything
– Growing up Somali in Brixton and dealing with cultural expectations
– The art of storytelling and audience connection
– How to handle sensitive topics and find comedic balance
– A hilarious cruise ship incident that went wrong
– His perspective on social media and the future of comedyTimestamps
00:00 — Introduction
03:25 — Transition from Teaching to Comedy
07:19 — Childhood and Growing Up in Brixton
09:29 — Family Life & Cultural Dynamics
14:00 — Trips to Somalia & Cultural Nuances
20:00 — Teaching Stories & Impact on Students
24:50 — Comedy Performance Techniques & Audience Engagement
27:00 — Handling Sensitive Topics & Finding Comedy Boundaries
34:00 — Cultural Misunderstandings & the Cruise Ship Incident
53:00 — Future Goals & His Perspective on Social Media
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