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The Saad Truth

by Saad Alessa

Saad Alessa is a Los Angeles based stand-up comedian originally from Kuwait City, Kuwait. Saad quickly made his mark in the stand up community by performing at some of LA's favorite comedy clubs, including The Comedy Store, The Ice House, and The Hollywood Improv.Producer and host of Legendiary, a YouTube docu-series with over 1 Million views - where he interviews various successful individuals across all fields sharing their stories in hopes of inspiring others to simply do more, and be their best selves.

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Episodes

  1. Edutainment: The Power of Storytelling | Unconventionally Arab #36 | Saad Alessa

    On this episode I share my thoughts on why storytelling is one of the best forms of teaching, and discuss what about it makes it stick. More so, I discuss how when entertainment & education are combined they create the greatest forms of storytelling.

  2. The Benefits of Trying New Things | Unconventionally Arab #35 | Saad Alessa

    On this episode, I decided to try and share a few things about why I'm all about trying new things. I woke up feeling unmotivated and so I thought "I need a push." And what better way than to just use the podcast and hope to motivate both you and I in the process as well!

  3. The Power of a Compliment | Unconventionally Arab #34 | Saad Alessa

    On this episode I questions why it is that we quickly are able to criticize others rather than compliment them. As well as, discuss the benefits on focusing on other's strong suits, as well as complimenting them.

  4. 4 Steps to Get Past Negative Thinking | Unconventionally Arab #33 | Saad Alessa

    I've been going through the motions lately. But no matter how difficult things get, and how negative my thoughts get, I find myself getting out of the situation. So I decided to share how I tend to get out of a negative thinking cycle. Hope this helps!

  5. Getting Past Societal Apathy | Unconventionally Arab #32 | Saad Alessa

    On this episode I open up about how our struggles unite us, and that we will never able to live in a free world so long as some of us are oppressed. It's time we looked past our differences, and stood for each other in the name of justice, equality, and humanity.

  6. Global Affairs: Is Change on the Horizon? | Unconventionally Arab #31 | Saad Alessa

    On this episode I share my thoughts on how the Palestinian liberation movement has created a global wave that is helping people stand up for injustice everywhere. I also give my two cents on how I believe there is a media bias and a skewed narrative.

  7. Palestine for Dummies w/ Activist Michael Schirtzer | Unconventionally Arab #30 | Saad Alessa

    On this episode I'm joined with friend, and Jewish American Activist Michael Schirtzer. Join us as we breakdown Palestine's colonization history, and discuss it's current state. More importantly highlight why it's important for people to understand what's going on today, and why the world is...

  8. Palestine: What the World Needs to Know | Unconventionally Arab #29 | Saad Alessa

    On this episode I discuss why we're finally beginning to see the world stand with Palestine, and why the world needs to know what's happening. My heart goes out to the people of Palestine.

  9. Roma's Struggle with Epilepsy | Unconventionally Arab #28 | Saad Alessa

    On this episode I talk about my epileptic dog Roma, and how this past weekend I had to seriously contemplate saying my goodbyes. I also discuss the podcast's name change.

  10. Heartfelt Gibberish | The Saad Truth #27 | Saad Alessa

    On this episode, I have no idea what gotten into me. I just let my heart spill.

  11. Tempering Expectations | The Saad Truth #26 | Saad Alessa

    On this episode I discuss my first impressions of Austin, Texas and why I wouldn't move there. I also dive into how I need to start to learn how to navigate my relationships better, and stop expecting to look for myself in others.

  12. Luck vs. Talent | The Saad Truth #25 | Saad Alessa

    On this episode I revisit something that's been on my mind recently. How much luck plays a role in an individual's success. I also talk about my experience on Legendiary, and what I came to find from interviewing people that are deemed successful.

  13. Stop Bitchin' | The Saad Truth #24 | Saad Alessa

    On this episode I talk about why I can no longer surround myself with people that complain & do nothing about it.

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ABOUT THIS SHOW

Saad Alessa is a Los Angeles based stand-up comedian originally from Kuwait City, Kuwait. Saad quickly made his mark in the stand up community by performing at some of LA's favorite comedy clubs, including The Comedy Store, The Ice House, and The Hollywood Improv.Producer and host of Legendiary, a YouTube docu-series with over 1 Million views - where he interviews various successful individuals across all fields sharing their stories in hopes of inspiring others to simply do more, and be their best selves.

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Saad Alessa

Produced by Saad R. Alessa

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Saad Alessa is a Los Angeles based stand-up comedian originally from Kuwait City, Kuwait. Saad quickly made his mark in the stand up community by performing at some of LA's favorite comedy clubs, including The Comedy Store, The Ice House, and The Hollywood Improv.Producer and host of Legendiary, a...

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