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New weekly comedy, news and chat show hosted by Dana Alexander with new guests every week. Join us as we side eye weekly events with topical debate, banter and trivia. Follow Dana on Instagram and Twitter @comediandana to stay updated on the latest episodes or watch live every Wednesday @8pm (GMT) HERE... https://www.facebook.com/bigblackbadmammajamma
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The Weekly Side Eye- Tiger King Edition
This Wednesday at 8pm (GMT) it is The Weekly Side Eye and this week it is all things Tiger King with comedian Doug Segal. Join us we reminisce about this Netflix hit. From funny moments to prison sentences and more. Where are they now and what are they up to? Join us and find out.
The Weekly Side Eye- '' The KKKaren Edition''
A weekly topical chat show hosted by comedian Dana Alexander with guest comedians from around the world. This week I am joined by South African comedian & ventriloquist Conrad Koch for the KKKaren edition. In the past few years video recordings and cases of women harassing individuals for a variety of ridiculous reasons have become increasingly common. From leaving an air b'n'b to entering their own buildings, selling water on a hot day and even walking in their own neighborhoods can often unleash the wrath of a Karen and often the police. Who is Karen? How can you spot them? And how stop them? Do you have an inner inner Karen? Watch and see if we can find out.
The Weekly Side Eye- The Troubles Edition
A weekly topical news based podcast hosted by comedian Dana Alexander. This week I am joined by 2 comedians from Northern Ireland, Michael Legge &David Doherty-Jebb. There has been a resurgence of riots in Northern Ireland. Join us as we discuss why this is happening and the history of the IRA and the Good Friday agreement.
The Weekly Side Eye- Kicked Out Edition
This week I am joined by 2 Canadian comedians Lisa Baker originally from Newfoundland now living in Edmonton and Rachael Des Lauriers in Vancouver. Join us as we discuss how were kicked out of the house as teens.
The Weekly Side Eye - Refugee Edition
A topical chat show hosted by comedian Dana Alexander. This week I am joined by 3 amazing guests who all work with charities and organisations that assist in helping refugees within the UK. We have comedian/activists Sajeela Kershi and Kate Smurthwaite as well Tua Fesse who came to the UK as a refugee from Cameroon. We discuss Tua's experience as a refugee in the UK, the difficulties people must overcome when they arrive and how Priti Patel's new legislation will affect asylum seekers in the future. Join us as we highlight some of the most famous and celebrated refugees of...
The Weekly Side Eye- Fast Food Edition
A weekly topical news based chat show with guest comedians from all over the world. This week it is the ''Fast Food Edition'' with Reginald Barris from Vienna, Austria & Daryl Williams from Durban, South Afrca. Join us as we reminisce about our old customer service positions at popular food chains from McDonald's to Taco Bell and Pizza Hut. From fights at work to discontinued menu items we use to love. Wednesday , April 7th at 8pm (GMT).
The Weekly Side Eye- ''Mental Health Edition'' With John Ryan
A weekly news based topical chat show new guests every week. This week I am joined by comedian and mental health educator John Ryan. It's been a year of lockdown how are we coping? What are we doing to stay happy. Should we be protesting during a pandemic?
The Weekly Side Eye - St. Patrick's Day Edition
A live topical comedy/news based comedy show hosted by Dana Michelle Alexander with new guest comedians each week. It's St. Patrick's Day and and I a, joined by Irish comedians Eleanor Tiernan and Martin Mor. Join us as we talk about the history of St. Patrick's Day, leprechauns and the Irish diaspora.
The Weekly Side Eye- Feminism & Activism Edition (Esther Manito & Daphna Baram)
A weekly news based comedy chat show hosted by Dana Alexander. This week I am joined by comedians Esther Manito and Daphna Baram and we are celebrating International Women's Day by paying tribute to the women who made a difference and fought for liberation and justice. As well as addressing the departure of everyone's favourite TV bully Piers Morgan and his unrelenting obsession with Meghan Markle.
The Weekly Side Eye- The Immigration Edition
A news based comedy chat show hosted by Canadian comedian Dana Alexander. This week we are joined by American comedian Desiree Burch and Njami McGrath from Kenya. Three black women from three different countries discuss their immigration to the UK.
The Weekly Side Eye Africa Today
It is The Weekly Side Eye ''Africa Today'' edition and I am joined by two hilarious comedians from South Africa, Thenjiwe Moseley and Eureka Nkese. Join us as we celebrate Africa's leaders and political heroes and catch up on the latest weekly news.
The Weekly Side Eye- Soul Power Edition
Join host Dana Alexander LIVE every Wednesday on Facebook on ''The Weekly Side Eye''. This week it is the ''Soul Power Edition'' with Canada's Kenny Robinson and Britain's Dane Baptiste as we go back to the origins of the music the inspired the black liberation movement.
The Weekly Side Eye SHEro Edition
This week I celebrate black history with two fantastic comedians. Athena Kugblenu from London, England and Keesha Brownie from Toronto, Canada. We discuss the gorilla glue situation and learn about black SHE-ro's past and present. Including Assata Shakur, Winnie Mandela, Radha Blank, Shirley Chisholm, Trey Anthony and more.
The Weekly Side Eye Bitchcraft Edition
Join Dana Alexander we discuss actual and accused witched of yesteryear and today. With guests Carly Smallman and Aideen McQueen
The Weekly Side Eye With Dana Alexander
New weekly live comedy chat show hosted by comedian Dana Alexander. Episode 1 with comedians Ava Vidal and Aaron Twitchen join us as we celebrate Trump's exit from the Oval office as we recall his most embarrassing moments and the failed coup. Comedy, chat, games and more. Watch us LIVE HERE...
"How Woke Are You?"with Athena Kugblenu and Kemah Bob
We are at the Edinburgh Fringe and I am joined by Athena Kugblenu and Kemah Bob and we are playing "How Woke Are You?" A game show that is part of my show "How Woke Are You?" Make sure you follow us on Instagram and Twitter to see our Fringe adventures @athenakugblenu @kemahsvoice @comediandana. Come check out my show 6pm at Cabaret Voltaire, Main room. https://tickets.edfringe.com/whats-on/shady-with-a-chance-of-sunburn Live, love, laugh. See you soon.
Comedians of the World Podcast in Warsaw, Poland with Piotr Szumowski
In this episode I am in Warsaw, Poland with Piotr Szumowski. We discuss world comedy tours, pioneering a new scene, blagging it into Edinburgh parties, integration learning new languages and more. Follow me on Twitter and Instagram @comediandana . Live, love,laugh.
Comedians of the World Podcast in New York with Eman El Husseini
NEW EPISODE!!! I am in New York and I am joined by Eman El Husseini for our final Pride Month episode. We discuss her move to New York from Montreal and reminisce on the struggle. Surviving New York City and achieving the comedy dream, whatever that is. Follow Eman on Twitter and Instagram @emanifique and her cartoon on Instagram @theelsalomons. Stay tuned for new episodes from Indonesia and Poland.
Comedians of the World Podcast in Singapore with Steph Chan and Marie Wong
June is Pride month and in this episode I am in Singapore with Steph Chan and Marie Wong,discussing LGBTQ in Singapore, bicuriosity and modernising the attitudes of traditional parents. Follow me on Instagram and Twitter @comediandana.
Comedians of the World Podcast in Bangkok with Shane Bhatla
It's Pride month and I am in Bangkok, Thailand with comedian and LGBTQ activist Shane Bhatla. We discuss the challenges of being trans in Thailand, activism, Roseanne and coming out trans to your family. Be sure to follow Shane @accioartfilms on Instagram and Shane Bhatla on Facebook. Follow me @comediandana on Twitter and Instagram. Happy Pride!
Comedians of the World Podcast in Winnipeg, Canada with Shirley Whalen
In this episode I am joined by Canadian comedian Shirley Whalen. We are at the Winnipeg Comedy Fest and we discuss the "White Guys Matter" show, Yuk Yuk's fuckeries, sexual harassment and the consequences of speaking out. Follow me on Twitter and Instagram @comediandana.
Comedians of the World Podcast in London with Ben Vandervelde
In this episode I am joined by Ben Vandervelde in London, England. We discuss Black Panther, being an expectant Dad and the north south divide in British comedy. Follow Ben on Twitter @BenVanDerVelde and me on Instagram and Twitter @comediandana.
Comedians of the World Podcast in Winnipeg with Jess Salomon
In this episode I am joined by Montreal comedian Jess Salomon. We get into the "White Guys Matter" show, hate speech, censorship and Mike Ward. Follow Jess on instagram or Twitter @jess_salomon or her cartoon @elsalomons or me @comediandana. See you soon.
Comedians of the World Podcast in Aberdeen, Scotland with Tony Basnett
In this episode I am joined by Tony Basnett in West Linton and Aberdeen, Scotland. We get in to the British class divide, road woes and the history of Hartlepoole's hung monkey. Follow me on Twitter and Instagram @comediandana See you soon.
Comedians of the World Podcast in Germany with Paul Salamone and Pavlo Voytovych
In this episode I am on joined by Berlin based Pauo Salamone from the USA and Pavlo Voytovych from the Ukriane on a 3 city German tour. This is Pavlo's 1st comedy tour so we get into that as well their experiences as immigrants in Berlin. Follow Paul on Twitter @berlin_comedy and Pavlo on fb Pavlo Voytovych. Follow me @comediandana on Twitter and Instagram.
Comedians of the World Podcast in London with Megan Ford
I am back home in London with another episode with Megan Ford. We talk about out Christmas, 90's movies, witches, the patriarchy and much much more. Follow Megan on Twitter and Instagram @themeganford and me @comediandana. Live, love, laugh.
Comedians of the World Podcast in Birmingham, England with Aaron Twitchen
It's New Year's Eve and I am joined by Devonian Comedian and Aerialist Aaron Twitchen. I won't lie we are tipsy but we still have an excellent chat. We reminisce about our Edinburgh shows, talk about our favourite shows and recall an unfortunate gay bashing. Follow Aaron on Twitter and Instagram @aarontwitchen and me @comediandana.
Comedians of the World Podcast in Dubai with Chris Kent and Geoff Norcott
In this episode I am joined by Chris Kent from Cork, Ireland and Geoff Norcott from London. We get a male perspective on #metoo and discuss the recent scandals as well as our experiences in Dubai. Follow them on Twitter @chriskentcomic and @geoffnorcott and me @comediandana. Watch this space for episodes from around the globe.
Comedians of the World Podcast with Dana Alexander
I am back in the UK and decided to do a solo podcast as like many of us I have been shocked and horrified by the wave of sexual misconduct allegations sweeping the planet. I talk about Harvey Weinstein, Louis CK and #metoo and ask the question; "What is the point of dating men?" Be sure to follow me on Twitter and Instagram @comediandana and watch this space for new episodes.
Comedians of the World Podcast in Toronto with Gilson Lubin
In this episode I am joined by Canadian/St.Lucian Comedian Gilson Lubin. Can you thrive in Canada as a comic? Why do Canadians do so much better abroad and the epic 2007 failed assault attempt by Quinn Martin. Follow me on Instagram and Twitter @comediandana and the podcast @worldcomedypod on Twitter.
Comedians of the World Podcast- Bronston Jones, Danny Lobell, Genevieve Joy and Zoltan Kaszaz
Another Edinburgh Fringe round table with 4 amazing Americans. This week we have Danny Lobell, Genevieve Joy, Zoltan Kaszas and Bronston Jones. We discuss Donald Trump, 1st fringes, divorce, guardian angels with down syndrome our shows and much, much more. Follow us @worldcomedypod on Twitter. Or me @comediandana on Twitter and Instagram. Stay tuned for more Edinburgh fringe round tables.
Comedians of the World Podcast-Edinburgh Fringe with Russell Hicks
I am at the Edinburgh Fringe Festival with American import Russell Hicks. Surviving reviews, mental health, race wars and the future of America are a few of the topics we hit on in this hour. Be sure to follow us on twitter @worldcomedypod or me @comediandana. Stay tuned!
Comedians or the World Podcast-Edinburgh with Dane Baptiste, Kane Brown & Archie Maddocks
I am at the Edinburgh Fringe Festival and am joined by Dane Baptiste, Kane Brown and Archie Maddocks. We discuss our shows, Grenfell Towers and diversity at this 2017 fringe. Follow me on twitter or instagram @comediandana and this podcast @worldcomedypod. Stay tuned for new episodes all month long.
Comedians of the World Podcast on EARTH with Sabrina Bano Jamil
SURPRISE! I decided to drop an episode and change it up a bit. I went to Thailand, Scotland, Morocco, Germany, Glastonbury Festival and London just in time for Pride with Sabrina Bano Jamil a philosophy professor in Miami. Sabrina has been touring the planet and was able to join me on a few of my travels. And we get into it! Sexual harassment, goats in trees, Glastonbury Music Fest, fights in french crying in cabs and more! To see these adventures follow me on Instagram and Twitter @comediandana and Sabrina on Instagram @instabrina305. See you soon at Edinburgh Fringe for...
Comedians of the World Podcast with Eric Lampaert in Cardiff, Wales
In this episode I am joined by French born English bred Comedian Eric Lampaert. We discuss male and female beauty standards, bullying and more. Tune into Eric's podcast here https://itunes.apple.com/gb/podcast/coffee-ramblings/id511922864?mt=2 Stay tuned we for a new season of podcasts this August in Edinburgh!
Comedians of the World Podcast with Neil "The Wee Man" Bratchpeice in Aberdeen, Scotland
I am in Aberdeen, Scotland with Neil "The Wee Man" Bratchpeice. We discuss a series of unfortunate events at Comedian Rap Battles. This one is JUICY. Follow us on Twitter @worldcomedypod or me @comediandana.
Comedians of the World Podcast in Harare, Zimbabwe with Aidan Killian
I am in Harare, Zimbabwe with Dublin's own Aidan Killian. We talk about childhood bullying, sibling rivalry, life on the road and more. Follow us on Twitter @worldcomedypod or me @comediandana. We will be releasing fewer episodes until August. Sorry guys must write my Edinburgh show. Stay tuned.
Comedians of the World Podcast in Aberdeen, Scotland with Liam Withnail
I am in Aberdeen joined by Liam Withnail from Essex. We get into the Brexit, Scottish independence and more. Follow us on Twitter @worldcomedypod or me @comdiandana. See you next week.
Comedians of the World Podcast in London with Eleanor Conway
In this episode I am joined by a dear friend and ladette extraorinaire Eleanor Conway and we get into it. Being independent as Comics, getting sober, boys and more. This was honestly one of my faves. Follow us on Twitter @worldcomedypod or me @comediandana.
Comedians of the World Podcast in Bangkok, Thailand with Matthew Giffen
I am in Bangkok for the Magner's Comedy Festival in Asia with Matthew Giffen. We talk about having family with you on the road, living in Asia and more. Follow us on Twitter @worldcomedypod or me at @comediandana. See you next week! See my adventures on instagram @comediandana.