EP.86 - Alfred Kainga - "I'm A Kid From Zimbabwe"

Today, we're thrilled to sit down with Alfred Kainga, the 2023 Breakout Comedian of the Year, who has been making waves in the comedy scene from Zimbabwe to Dallas. I had the privilege of catching Alfred's show here in Calgary and was blown away by his wit and genuine presence. I laughed so hard I knew I had to reach out and meet the man who had the entire theater laughing from the moment he walked out on stage until the final curtain.Alfred shares his journey from growing up as a boy in Zimbabwe to immigrating to Dallas, Texas, where his comedy career took off. He humbly recounts being discovered by comedian and actor Kevin Hart, a pivotal moment that launched him into the spotlight. "You dream big, you act big, you will get big" he says.In our conversation, Alfred opens up about his first time on stage, the cultural shifts he experienced, and the humorous perspectives he brings to his jokes about the gaps many immigrants find themselves in. He emphasizes the importance of laughter in life, stating, "At the end of the day, let's just laugh about it." Alfred also reflects on his journey from Zimbabwe, emphasizing, "Don't ever let anyone tell you you can't do it."Join us for an engaging episode filled with laughter, wisdom, and a deeper understanding of the power of comedy from Alfred Kainga, a comedian who's making his mark in the world.Instagram: alfredkaingaLinktreeSupport the showIf you like what you hear please click on "subscribe" or "follow" -  It's free and you will get notified when the newest episodes are posted!  Check us out on Instagram, X, and YouTube @mfupodcast. Give feedback, middle finger recommendations as well as random thoughts to [email protected]. Thank you for listening!In the spirit of reconciliation, we acknowledge that we live, work and play on the traditional territories of the Blackfoot Confederacy (Siksika, Kainai, Piikani), the Tsuut’ina, the Îyâxe Nakoda Nations, the Métis Nation (Region 3), and all people who make their homes in the Treaty 7 region of Southern Alberta.