Paul Chowdhry Don't Ask Me That!

Paul gets ghosted by an actress from  EastEnders  and turns the failed podcast booking into a stand-up/video diary, from a London club to Silverstone. Raw, improvised, funny and behind the scenes.

Shappi Khorsandi fled Iran as a child, became one of Britain’s best-known comedians, earned an honorary doctorate, and later became a therapist. Paul Chowdhry sits down with her for a funny, emotional and brutally honest conversation about escape, reinvention, comedy, trauma and healing.

She risked everything. In this episode of  Paul Chowdhry: Don’t Ask Me That! , Paul sits down with  Valeria Vulpe  for a candid conversation about leaving Moldova, starting again in Britain, identity, sacrifice, survival and the choices that can change your life forever. Valeria opens up about the reality behind her journey — and the questions most people are too scared to ask.

Dr Parvinder Shergill joins Paul Chowdhry for a fearless, funny and unfiltered conversation on  Don’t Ask Me That . Actress, filmmaker and NHS psychiatrist, Parvinder brings a rare mix of comedy, insight and real-world experience as she and Paul get into identity, mental health, acting, family pressure, and the uncomfortable questions people usually avoid.

In this episode of  Don’t Ask Me That! , Paul Chowdhry sits down with Harjap Singh Bhangal, known as the Immigration Guru, for a powerful discussion on the Henry Novak murder case and the way it was reported in the media. The conversation looks at why the word “Sikh” became part of the headline, how communities can be framed by the news, and the wider impact this has on British Sikhs, immigration,...

Paul Chowdhry takes  Don't Ask Me That!  out of the studio and into the heart of the  Unite The Kingdom Rally . Recorded live in front of a passionate crowd in London, Paul dives into the biggest conversations shaping Britain today—identity, culture, politics, free speech, immigration, media narratives, and everything in between.

This episode sees Paul joined by Derek Chisora. A wild chat that goes into his most recent fight with Deontay Wilder, life in and out of the ring, and why he’d quite like Paul to be his father.

This episode sees Paul joined by Judi Love. She fires back at some of Paul’s hardest questions, looks back on how she’s blown up on TV, and talks about preparing for some of the biggest gigs of her career.

This episode sees Paul joined by Fatiha El-Ghorri. She reflects on growing up in the East End of London, shares what life was like before stand-up, and talks about taking her new tour on the road.

This episode sees Paul joined by Shane Todd. He talks about his rise in stand-up, hosting one of the biggest podcasts in Northern Ireland and touring with Kevin Hart.

This episode sees Paul joined by Charlie Higson. He looks back on his iconic work on The Fast Show, shares the story of how he once came out of Stephen Fry’s closet, and reflects on the backlash that he received for turning Bond woke.  

This episode sees Paul joined by comedian Tez Ilyas. He talks about everything from divorce and his rise in comedy, to why anything offensive he says is apparently the fault of AI.

This episode sees Paul joined by comedian Red Richardson. He talks about everything from his meteoric rise in stand up to his love of boxing, as well as why he thinks Prince Harry and social media stars need to just shut up.

This episode sees Paul joined by comedian and author, Dom Joly. They talk about everything from Dom going to school with Osama Bin Laden, to his arranged marriage, as well as how he became one of Britain’s most recognisable public nuisances.

This episode sees Paul joined by world renown actor Navin Chowdhry, his cousin, for a conversation that’s funny, honest and packed with the kind of stories only family can tell. They also talk about how Navin broke through, the twists and turns of his career, and what it was like becoming one of Britain’s most recognisable villains.

Welcome to Paul’s brand new podcast,  Paul Chowdhry: Don’t Ask Me That! This episode sees Paul joined by comedian and actor, Michelle de Swarte for a conversation that’s funny, unpredictable and completely unfiltered. From the absurd to the personal, Paul and Michelle cover life, comedy, relationships and everything in between.

The Pudcast Season 4 Finale is here, and it's a big one! Paul is joined by the triple BAFTA-winning international comedy sensation, Mo "Gillingham"...or as everyone else calls him, Mo Gilligan. Known for his incredible humour and infectious energy, Mo joins Paul to discuss his journey of breaking into America, being recognised by celebrities like Drake, appearing on Jimmy Fallon, and how a "your m...

Today, Paul is joined by his old friend Francis Foster, a stand-up comedian who never holds back! Francis has supported Paul on stage many times and co-hosts the hugely popular podcast 'Triggernometry' with Konstantin Kisin, which has amassed over 40 million downloads. But the big question is—will Francis get triggered on The Pudcast? It's likely. Paul and Francis discuss everything from freedom o...

Paul has known today's guest since he was a "Babytúndé," and now he's a BABAtúndé! Ladies and gentlemen - the legendary comedian Babátúndé Aléshé is in the Pudcast Studio! In this episode, Babá discusses his journey to comedy fame, Paul's Prince Era, being on "I'm A Celebrity Get Me Out of Here" and his true thoughts on the Bollywood and Nollywood scene. Plus, get an exclusive preview of his upcom...

Get ready for the exclusive of all exclusives! In today's episode of The Pudcast, Paul is joined by his incredibly talented and amazing cousin, British actor Navin Chowdhry. With an impressive IMDB resume, Navin is currently best known for his role as the soap villain Nish Panesar in EastEnders. Join Paul and Navin as they share heartwarming family stories, discuss Navin's rise in the acting world...

Join Paul on the Pudcast as he welcomes one of the UK's most successful comedians, TV personalities, and authors – Mark Watson! While Mark is known for his legendary 24-hour comedy shows, you'll be relieved to know this episode is just one hour long. In this engaging conversation, Paul and Mark explore the hilarious differences between US and UK entourages (starters anyone?), Mark's amusing connec...

Paul's 'sister' and comedy legend Gina Yashere, is on the Pudcast! Gina, is not just a stand-up comedian but also an acclaimed actor, writer, and producer. Petition for 'Bob Hearts Abishola' to be released in the UK starts here. This amazing lady is a true trailblazer who has paved the way and kicked doors for many of your favourite comedy stars.  She moved to the USA over 17 years ago to sha...

Get ready for a spicy and ’18 Rated' episode of The Pudcast! Today, Paul welcomes the hilarious and multi-talented Kane Brown — comedian, actor, presenter, and podcast legend.  With nearly two decades of making audiences laugh until they cry, Kane is bringing the jokes to the studio. Listen to hear the guys reflect on turning 50, the highs and lows of a comedy career, and the outrageous story...

"HEYYYYY GUYS!" Today, Paul is joined by his potential son, comedian and content creator Finlay Christie. Growing up inspired by comedy legends like Steve Martin and Sesame Street, young Finlay is now one of Paul's favourite rising comedians. Paul describes Finlay as incredibly intelligent and popular with the ladies, dubbing him the "Justin Bieber of stand-up." Tune in to hear Finlay discuss his...

Paul is delighted to welcome actor, writer, and TED Talk speaker Jassa Ahluwalia to the PUDCAST. As someone who is both British and Punjabi, Jassa brings a unique perspective that many guests don’t – he knows that this podcast isn’t about puddings. Tune in to hear Jassa share his experiences growing up as a “white person” fluent in Punjabi, his philosophy of being BOTH NOT HALF, and his mission to...