Slumberpod

What up sleepyheadssss. Neel, Danish, and Shaunak are fired up — someone's been doing open mics as a poser and Danish is NOT okay with it. From there the boys spiral into Oprah's legacy (she's earned her evil), the Nashville crowd confusion (Shaunak's Ed Hardy guy: neck up Mitt Romney, neck down tattoo sleeves, definitely does coke), volunteer firemen and their inevitable misuse of the hose, and why the police look like they're preparing for an alien invasion — which leads directly into the actual alien conversation.If an alien came to Earth and gave you two minutes to show them something representative of humanity, what would you pick? Soulja Boy? Kanye's Monster? Kat Williams? A tuna salad recipe? The boys go deep. Then: Nate Bargatze is building a theme park, the Afroman trial is somehow the best news story of the year, Chicago drill music is secretly the saddest genre alive, and white college recruiters show up on an alien planet with clipboards and Oakley sunglasses.It ends with Pastor Rick trying to explain baseball to an extraterrestrial using the Holy Trinity. God created baseball. Three outs. Holy trinity. Think about it.

what up sleepyheads! This week the boys open up about Shaunak's severe, life-altering ticklishness (and the high school incident that started it all), why being a baby is genuinely the best deal in life, what it means to be "green pilled," and his childhood theory that the cartoon universe — Toon Town, Gotham, Bikini Bottom — was a real place that characters just lived in between filming.They also do a full soda tier list, debate whether Neel's 3-star Google review is actually negative (it is), roast a namaste-ing European hostess at a fancy Indian restaurant, and Danish shares the most important joke of his career: what's a Pakistani's favorite car?It's a Honda Pilot.

welcome back sleepyheadsss! on this ep, Neel, Danish, and Shaunak are joined by the legendary Azhar Usman — comedian, actor, writer, producer, and one of the true pioneers of Muslim comedy in America. Known as "America's Funniest Muslim" (CNN), Azhar has toured with Dave Chappelle for over a decade, co-created the iconic Allah Made Me Funny comedy tour, written for Ramy and Mo, and joined the Marvel Cinematic Universe as Najaf the Gyro King in Ms. Marvel.This one gets deep, gets funny, and gets real. The guys talk about Azhar's wild early days leading Friday prayer in high school, performing stand-up for rooms full of people who were NOT the target audience, what it actually means to be in the Marvel Cinematic Universe (spoiler: it doesn't change your life the way you'd think), the difference between feeling lonely vs. feeling alone, why the path of an artist is a long game, and what it takes to win over a crowd that was not rooting for you.Oh — and they finally get scolded, on mic, for not Googling "SlumberPod" before naming their podcast. A Shark Tank product. It's been 16 episodes.

Welcome back sleepyheads! Alright so this episode starts with us beefing with winter — like actual ice PTSD, slipping paranoia, and electric CitiBikes moving way faster than anyone deserves. Then it just kind of… goes where it goes. Disney Channel sports movies, ghost rules (what ghosts are allowed to do, legally), haunted hotels, and whether Casper is actually the most emotionally healthy ghost of all time. At some point we realize most of our personalities are just childhood fears we never processed. Paranormal stories from India, being convinced Saddam Hussein was hiding in your basement, anthrax panic after 9/11, and the very specific trauma of popcorn reading in school. By the end, we’re talking about friendship, giving gifts, and remembering to be good to your people. Nothing polished. Just hanging out. Glad you’re back. 🌙

it is coooold in NYC! Danish, Shaunak and Neel are snuggled up to talk about halal cart theories and the world. AND we on our Bollywood talk on this one! Danish talks us through Dilwale Dulhania Le Jayenge. please enjoy, we love you

happy new year snoozersss! It’s late, we’re tired, and somehow we end up talking about pizza, airport security, and why New Year’s resolutions feel fake the second you say them out loud

On this episode of SlumberPod, Neel Ghosh, Shaunak Godkhindi, and Danish Maqbool spiral through movies, nostalgia, travel, politics, internet culture, and late-night intrusive thoughts with the energy of guys who absolutely should not be recording past midnight.The episode opens with a deep dive into Letterboxd Top Fours, debating The Matrix, Spy Kids, Space Jam, The Talented Mr. Ripley, poker movies, and the concept of “one-day movies.” From there, the guys passionately revisit Robert Rodriguez’s Spy Kids era, practical effects, early-2000s gadgets, DVD drops at Target, and the lost art of McDonald’s toys—eventually concluding that when corporations start giving away socks, something is deeply wrong with America.The conversation drifts into Sean Baker’s early films, New York authenticity, delivery workers, and stories that unfold over a single day before turning toward travel: crying on airplanes, being brown in transit, post‑9/11 paranoia, deplaning etiquette, and the moral corruption caused by airport lounges. There’s love for Amtrak, train drinking, smoking stops in forgotten towns, and the simple joy of moving walkways.Later, the pod veers into politics-as-spectator-sport, mayoral excitement, Obama-era optimism, and imagining presidents as streamers—culminating in a fully unhinged Fortnite scenario featuring Obama, Bill Clinton, Ariana Grande, and Goku. The episode closes in a swirl of childhood nostalgia, Madden 04, Pokémon designs, bootleg graphic tees, and the feeling of being spiritually faded by the internet.It’s a loose, absurd, half‑philosophical episode about movies, masculinity, race, consumer decay, airports, trains, American decline, and why Spy Kids still kind of rules.

A chaotic, hilarious, and weirdly heartfelt deep dive with Usama Siddiquee! Neel Ghosh, Shaunak Godkhindi and Danish Maqbool unpack old rivalries, NYC comedy lore, brown childhood trauma, dating “levels,” and the most unhinged stories from their past.From Latino women as the “final boss,” to YouTube humiliation origins, to Bengali–Pakistani friendship arcs, to who’s actually the Magic & Larry of brown comedy — this episode is pure riff energy from start to finish.Topics include: • How NYC comedy beefs actually forge friendships • Brown family naming logic (Noel… Usama… Hezekiah?!) • Growing up Bengali and Pakistani in America • Usama’s “f*ckboy era” and Neel’s reform program • Dating power levels and chaotic relationship logic • Early YouTube humiliation to stand-up origin stories • Festival giggling lore & why comics bond through pain • Why brown comedians deserve a Wheaties commercial • The friendship arc that went from rivalry to familyIf you love brown comedy, NYC stand-up, absurdist riffing, or just unfiltered longform chaos… this one is for you.

Welcome back to SlumberPod, your favorite late-night descent into half-conscious chaos with Neel Ghosh, Shaunak Godkhindi, and Danish Maqbool.This week, the boys start off checking the Bears score and somehow end up unpacking:A forgotten sitcom about a schizophrenic dad and his talking rabbit,Pentecostal snake church and whether snakes can sense sin,Getting baptized through basketball leagues,The false promise of tall brown hoopers, andWhat it means to have “whimsical schizophrenia.”It’s the usual SlumberPod mix of absurd philosophy, brown sleepover energy, and late-night clarity you’ll forget by morning.So pour some tea, dim the lights, and drift back into the dream logic — the pod that makes nonsense feel profound is back.

Hey y’all — this one gets weird in the best way. We kick things off with Tom Cruise’s Short King complex, talk about Riz Ahmed being too good at everything, and somehow invent a British brown rapper named DJ Paneer who goes through a full scandal and rebirth arc.From horny X-Men to Pakistani representation and cold plunge philosophy — it’s a full fever dream.Hosted by Neel Ghosh, Shaunak Godkhindi & Danish Maqbol. Part late-night nonsense, part cultural therapy session.🎙️ New episodes every week. 😴 Stay unhinged, stay sleepy.

Hey y'all! In this episode of SlumberPod, Neel, Shaunak, and Danish spiral from “Neel’s Sense” (that sixth sense of intuition) into an A24-style film pitch about a washed-up Showtime performer — and somehow end up sympathizing with heroin-addicted horses at Indian carnivals.Along the way, they debate pirates vs. ninjas, share stories of getting slapped (and realizing you’ve outgrown it), reminisce on Quran class chaos, and mourn the loss of long-term barbers. It’s cinematic absurdity meets late-night therapy — another lucid dream from your favorite half-asleep philosophers.00:00 – Neel’s Sense Spider sense, intuition, and background music for your own life.02:00 – Showtime Guy: An A24 Film The tortured artist as subway performer; “furtive glances” as art.04:30 – Brown Guy Podcast / Marvel Steroids Jonathan Majors, Kumail, and the dangers of roid rage method acting.05:50 – The Slap Realization That coming-of-age moment when you’re too old to be hit by your mom.06:30 – Quran Class Chronicles Daily lessons, strict teachers, and why fart machines are haram.08:30 – Wall Ball & Cart Ball Childhood sports innovation: basketball meets shopping carts.10:30 – James Naismith and the Racist Origins of Hoops The accidental racial harmony of basketball’s creation.11:50 – Pirate vs. Ninja Debate Treasure vs. rooftop peace — a philosophical divide.13:00 – Dubai Comedy Festival Ethics Can you take that Dubai money with a clean conscience?15:00 – The Foot-Powered Ferris Wheel Childhood trauma disguised as family fun in India.16:30 – The Heroin Horses of India Drugged carnival animals, reincarnation, and jazz horse redemption.20:00 – Straight Razor Anxiety The unspoken fear every man has in a barber’s chair.21:30 – Barber Loyalty & Betrayal When your barber quits, and you’re forced into a rebound fade.23:30 – The New Guy Luis The quiet intimacy and deep trust of a good barber.26:00 – FaceTime Barbers & Turkish Betrayal Multitasking barbers, FaceTime fades, and spiritual disconnection.30:00 – Philosophical Drift The gang slowly dissolves into bits about blood loss, jazz horses, and reincarnation paperwork.40:00 – Outro: Empathy for the Unhinged A tender reminder that everyone’s just looking for their background music.

We on the rooftop with Rufat! On this rooftop Brooklyn episode, Danish, Shaunak, Neel, and Rufat dive into faith, synchronicity, and subway madness, asking the hard questions—like would you rather believe in God or just eat your own shit on the train? The crew riffs on UFC fights that double as religious conversions, immigrant struggles, comedy road stories, and bombing in front of Russell Peters’ crowd. From Japan residencies and working out with strangers to bad haircuts saved by Dominican barbers, this episode swings between roasting, philosophy, and pure chaos. A hilarious hang full of brown identity, stand-up life, and the kind of stories only comics tell.

Our friend Sonal is here! Danish, Shaunak, Neel, and Sonal sit down for one of the wildest SlumberPod episodes yet. From hecklers who nearly sparked a dog fight to Bollywood vertigo caused by Om Shanti Om, the crew dives into stories that mix stand-up chaos, cultural clashes, and pure comedy gold. Danish reflects on writing an hour of stand-up, Shaunak reveals the hustle behind getting stage time, Neel brings trail guide energy and Skittles-level vibes, and Sonal proves why she’s a heckler’s worst nightmare. Together they unpack growing up brown in America, unibrow trauma, Bush-era flashbacks, fire twirling, and the ever-changing energy of Zoran’s New York. Equal parts roast, confession, and sleepover banter, this episode captures the unfiltered heart of the comedy grind while delivering nonstop laughs.

This week on SlumberPod, Neel, Danish, and Shaunak dive deep into the weird corners of their brains—from snoring war stories on the road to a pitch for the first masked stand-up comedian. We debate if Elon Musk caught hands, whether Action Bronson’s food bars have gone too far, and what lab-grown meat might taste like at the F1.Plus:Billionaires trying stand-upWhy all cameramen snoreThe decline of malls and the rise of nostalgiaGrowing up brown with well-done steaksA real-time presidential platform involving Nepali pool buildersIt’s the comedy sleepover you didn’t know you needed. Lo-fi. Unfiltered. Deliriously honest.

We are back at the sleepover for episode 4! Grab your double cup and jolly ranchers and join us as we stumble through purple tongue‑twisters, sip styrofoam “water” in Georgia, brainstorm dates‑in‑lean (“fiber up, baby!”), and daydream about life as NBA refs or running an Indo‑Mexican food truck. All heart, all laughs, zero facts—just genuine, late‑night vibes.

We are bacccckkk — and this time we’ve got our very first guest on the pod: the hilarious Zahid Dewji! We dive into the chaotic beauty of turning 30, clinging to youth, and doing stand-up on rooftops instead of, you know… raising children.This episode gets delightfully unhinged as we cover:Why Six Flags is on life support 🎢The horny vibes of waiting in line at amusement parksChildhood trauma via dead goldfish and county fairsWhat animal would you animorph into? (Zebra? Stingray? Stick bug?)The absurd glory of fast food apps and the Taco Bell “Sneakerhead” lifestyleThe social responsibility of comedians (Shop Talk alert!)And the real reason Domino’s needs to fear Zahid’s wifeIt’s riffs, bits, and surprising moments of actual wisdom — all with that classic SlumberPod 2AM delirium.

In this episode we cover: What animals we would make miniature, Hot takes on Genghis Kahn, Danish's work with Redbull, What jobs we would have as Genghis Kahn's army, Time traveling inventions, Cocaine fueled ideas, and Billionaires having more fun. Welcome to the second episode of SlumberPod! Hosted by comedians Neel Ghosh, Danish Maqbol and Shaunak Godkhindi. Grab a pillow and blanket and let the delirium take over—we dive into absurd hypotheticals, half-baked theories, and the kind of dumb brilliance that only surfaces at 2AM. It’s a sleepover for your ears, where the line between comedy, chaos, and confessions gets blurry. No segments. No structure. Just vibes.#podcast #comedy #slumberpod #desi #genghiskhan #redbull #drug #billionaire #batman #brown

Welcome to the very first episode! Think of this as your favorite 2AM sleepover — the kind where the conversation spirals from deep reflections to dumb puns with zero warning. Hosted by comedians and real-life friends Neel, Shaunak, and Danish, this show captures that loopy, late-night energy in full force.In our debut, we cover:What Drake should’ve done after the Kendrick beef (hint: date older)Bill Belichick’s “what the hell is going on” dating choicesA real-life venue explosion in Long Island?!Ranking our childhood superheroes (and yes, we’re still Ninja Turtle-pilled)Growing up with immigrant dads, war stories, old sperm, and Hot Wheels triviaGrab your pillow and blanket and come hang!