The Struggle Beard

Ep. 28 - Comedy Insider: Talking with QuaranTino 4/20 Edition.

Release Date: 4/20/2021

Duration: 62 Mins

Authors: Rashad Bashir

Description: This is for all the smokers out there. Some of your favorite songs you use to or still smoke to. We also discuss a few smoker movies and personal stories of our own. Follow us on IG @rbashir_comedy and @pundamoniums. This episode is sponsored by Anchor. (I don’t own the rights to the music.)

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Explicit: No

Ep. 27 - The 5 C’s

Release Date: 3/10/2021

Duration: 37 Mins

Authors: Rashad Bashir

Description: I’m giving my views on COVID, Comedy, Cancel Culture and Coming to America. Follow me on all platforms @rbashir_comedy. This episode is sponsored by Anchor.

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Explicit: No

Ep. 26 - Just Releasing

Release Date: 2/16/2021

Duration: 45 Mins

Authors: Rashad Bashir

Description: This is my first episode back after more than a month off. A lot has happened in the world. I’m just giving my opinion on it. Plus, I have a few funny stories that recently happened to me. This podcast is sponsored by Anchor. Follow me on IG @comedian_rbashir2

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Explicit: No

Ep. 25 - Finally, New Year!

Release Date: 1/5/2021

Duration: 59 Mins

Authors: Rashad Bashir

Description: My first episode of the new year. I’m just getting some things off my chest about the state of comedy, the good and bad of 2020, the weirdest show I’ve done and what people need to stop doing in 2021. Follow me on IG @comedian_rbashir2. CashApp $rashad417. This episode is sponsored by Anchor.

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Explicit: No

Ep. 24 - Talking with Kenny Blacc

Release Date: 12/18/2020

Duration: 57 Mins

Authors: Rashad Bashir

Description: Funny conversation with comedian Kenny Blacc. We cover topics such as living in the Bronx, being a teacher, comedy struggles and parenting. Follow us on IG @therealkennyblacc and @comedian_rbashir2. This episode is sponsored by Anchor.

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Explicit: No

Ep. 23 - Just a Kid From Brooklyn With a Struggle Beard

Release Date: 11/23/2020

Duration: 67 Mins

Authors: Rashad Bashir

Description: It’s been 2 months since my last episode. A lot has happened. But I wanted to kick things off talking to my brother in comedy, Justin Ramos, and his 10 year milestone as a standup performer. Hope you enjoy our convo! This and all previous episodes have been sponsored by Anchor. Start your free podcast today by downloading the free Anchor app in your App Store.

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Explicit: No

Ep. 22 - Comedy Insider: Talking with QuaranTino on songs worse than WAP.

Release Date: 9/17/2020

Duration: 49 Mins

Authors: Rashad Bashir

Description: This episode is for mature audiences only. Please proceed with caution.....but we know you’re going to be like “That’s my song!”, if you were born before 1992.

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Ep. 21 - Comedy Insider: Talking with the Professionally Inappropriate JJ Mattise

Release Date: 9/17/2020

Duration: 72 Mins

Authors: Rashad Bashir

Description: We had such a great segment a few months ago I had to bring her back on. Our topics range from the 90’s, karate and soft-core porn. This episode was so much fun.

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Explicit: No

Ep. 20 - Talking with Quarantino

Release Date: 8/17/2020

Duration: 78 Mins

Authors: Rashad Bashir

Description: I’m back with another episode with my guy Tino Romero a.k.a. Quarantino. We discussing characters in the music industry and my experiences working at Radio City Music Hall.

Is Closed Captioned: No

Explicit: No

Ep. 19 - Couples Chat

Release Date: 8/16/2020

Duration: 39 Mins

Authors: Rashad Bashir

Description: My fiancé and I are discussing wedding topics and our experience with venue searching, as well as things we feel are over the top.

Is Closed Captioned: No

Explicit: No

Ep. 18 - Comedy Insider: Opening Up

Release Date: 8/11/2020

Duration: 49 Mins

Authors: Rashad Bashir

Description: This is just me opening up about what’s opening up. From outdoor comedy shows to my engagement and other relationship stuff.

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Explicit: No

Ep. 17 - Talking with QuaranTino

Release Date: 7/20/2020

Duration: 61 Mins

Authors: Rashad Bashir

Description: This episode, I’m chopping it up with my good friend Tino Romero on my engagement, old school music and his book of Puns. Follow me on IG at @comedian_rbashir2 and Tino at @pundamoniums

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Explicit: No

Ep. 16 - Couples Chat

Release Date: 7/15/2020

Duration: 43 Mins

Authors: Rashad Bashir

Description: I’m here chatting with my best half, my Queen, Nora Oz. Spoken word poet, one half of What’s The Energy Podcast and the greatest part of my life. This episode is about accountability and people who abuse their privilege. Just listen for yourself.

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Explicit: No

Ep. 15 - Rated Rema

Release Date: 6/22/2020

Duration: 60 Mins

Authors: Rashad Bashir

Description: Talk about someone who drops jewels on you! This conversation is one for books! I also got insight on why I have a struggle beard. But the real insight is what we get into later in this episode. Rema represents strength, leadership, wisdom and love. She is a true go-getter.

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Explicit: No

Ep. 14 - Having an Art to Art with Afia Chin

Release Date: 6/20/2020

Duration: 94 Mins

Authors: Rashad Bashir

Description: You ever met someone new and it feels like you’ve known them your whole life? That’s the energy Afia and I have toward each other. This episode is so organic. A poet, business woman and all around queen. We might have to start our own show!

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Explicit: No

Ep. 13 - Talking to the Dr.

Release Date: 6/19/2020

Duration: 64 Mins

Authors: Rashad Bashir

Description: This episode I’m chopping it up with my homie, Brooklyn’s finest, DJ Dr. Hollywood.

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Explicit: No

Ep. 12 - A Shot of Tequila

Release Date: 6/18/2020

Duration: 117 Mins

Authors: Rashad Bashir

Description: I’m having a dope conversation with Tequila C., a perfomer and writer who I had the pleasure to meet virtually on her open mic platform on IG. We vibe so well. It must be an Aries thing!

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Explicit: No

Ep. 11 - Family Ties: Dirty Talk

Release Date: 6/18/2020

Duration: 65 Mins

Authors: Rashad Bashir

Description: Warning! This episode contains language for mature audiences only! I’m having a discussion with my cousin Derrick Wright, who is an erotic story writer. This maybe an episode for late-night listening.

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Explicit: No

Ep. 10 - Family Ties: No Laughing Matter

Release Date: 5/31/2020

Duration: 65 Mins

Authors: Rashad Bashir

Description: This episode I’m talking with my nephew about what’s happening with the protests across America on behalf of George Floyd and voicing our opinions on issues within the protests.

Is Closed Captioned: No

Explicit: No

Ep. 9 - The Struggle Beard x Just a Kid From Brooklyn: Comedy Insider.

Release Date: 5/29/2020

Duration: 77 Mins

Authors: Rashad Bashir

Description: This episode, I’m back with Justin Ramos of Just a Kid From Brooklyn Podcast and we’re chopping it up about different styles of comedy we like, bombing and joke stealing.

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Explicit: No

Ep. 8 - Comedy Insider: Ladies in Comedy

Release Date: 5/23/2020

Duration: 112 Mins

Authors: Rashad Bashir

Description: In this episode, I am talking to one of my favorite comedians to perform with and to watch, JJ Mattise. We are discussing what the comedy scene is like for women as well as the pros and cons of being a female stand-up act.

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Explicit: No

Ep. 7 - Comedy Insider: Missing the Stage, May 21st.

Release Date: 5/22/2020

Duration: 84 Mins

Authors: Rashad Bashir

Description: I put this episode out a day late due to technical issues, but in this 3 part segment, I’m chatting with my guy Drexton Clemons about the things we miss and don’t miss about performing stand-up. We definitely can’t wait to hit the stage again.

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Explicit: No

Ep. 6 - Family Ties: Comedy, Egos and relationships

Release Date: 5/17/2020

Duration: 81 Mins

Authors: Rashad Bashir

Description: My nephew and I had an in-depth conversation about the comedy world, his favorite type of comedy, egos and relationships.

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Explicit: No

Ep. 5 - Comedy Insider: Impressions/Impersonations

Release Date: 5/14/2020

Duration: 29 Mins

Authors: Rashad Bashir

Description: Do you like Impressions/Impersonations? Check out this episode. I talk about some of the top impressionist in the comedy world today and also give you a sample of what I can do.

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Explicit: No

Ep. 4 - Comedy Insider: Hosting

Release Date: 5/12/2020

Duration: 41 Mins

Authors: Rashad Bashir

Description: I’m speaking on the ins and outs of hosting a comedy show or open mic, as well as my experience as a host.

Is Closed Captioned: No

Explicit: No

Ep. 3 - Conversation with Justin Ramos Pt. 1

Release Date: 5/7/2020

Duration: 43 Mins

Authors: Rashad Bashir

Description: Talking with my co-producer and comedy brother Justin Ramos, host of Just a Kid From Brooklyn Podcast.

Is Closed Captioned: No

Explicit: No

Ep. 2 - Bullies With Badges

Release Date: 5/7/2020

Duration: 17 Mins

Authors: Rashad Bashir

Description: Expressing my frustration on the heinous crime of the McMichael men and the police.

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Explicit: No

Ep. 1 - Adjustment

Release Date: 5/6/2020

Duration: 10 Mins

Authors: Rashad Bashir

Description: Talking about my adjustment to quarantine and how it affects my comedy performance and other aspects of my life.

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Explicit: No

The Struggle Beard Intro.

Release Date: 5/4/2020

Duration: 0 Mins

Authors: Rashad Bashir

Description:

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