Mic Drop Moments From Maulik Pancholy: Identity, Inclusion, and Industry Nonsense

Welcome to another gloriously unfiltered episode of the Trigger Warning podcast — where hosts Daniel Nardicio and Adam Klesh say all the things we are just thinking, out loud and what is really fun is they ask the questions your PR rep would probably beg you not to.This week, they’re joined by actor, author, and all-around great guy Maulik Pancholy, a man whose résumé casually includes 30 Rock, Weeds, and, yes, the voice of Baljeet from Phineas and Ferb.The trio dives into the beautiful chaos of life in showbiz — from being a brown, gay actor navigating Hollywood’s nonsense, to Maulik’s killer new Audible series Murder at the Patel Motel (come for the mystery, stay for the mischief). As always with these guys there is a lot of laughter, some oversharing, and just enough existential reflection to justify calling this a “deep” episode.Daniel and Adam also unpack their own triggers (spoiler: people who don’t use turn signals may be involved) and get real about what representation and inclusivity actually look like in 2025.Basically, it’s a smart, spicy, slightly unhinged conversation you don’t want to miss.00:00 Introduction to Trigger Warning Podcast00:47 Casual Banter and Personal Stories01:58 Guest Introduction: Maulik Pancholi02:34 Maulik Pancholi's Career Highlights03:46 Discussion on Writing and Books14:02 The Patel Motel Cartel18:11 Nostalgia and Reflections on Ohio22:13 Exciting Launch of Patel Motel22:37 Star-Studded Cast and Crew23:40 Voiceover Career and Success24:20 Challenges of Being an Indian American Actor27:15 Navigating Identity and Career27:56 Empowering Stories and Representation31:40 Handling Controversy with Grace36:14 Trigger Warning: Pet Peeves43:08 Gifts and GoodbyesListen to Murder at the Patel Motel today! AVAILABLE on Amazon AudibleFollow Maulik @maulikpancholy Follow us at:@triggerwaringnyc@redeye_ny@pridehousemediaWrite to us at: [email protected]