Strange Flavors

It’s okay, none of us are perfect! On this Strange Exchange we’re talking about DJ Khaled getting judged for praying on his latest album cover, T-Pain missing 2-years-worth of DM’s, a wife who inherited $800k and shared nothing with her husband, and a whole lot more! This is the 149th episode of Strange Flavors, brought to you by Alif Theory. _____________________________________________ Email Us...

Touring the world after a traumatic life experience can be a lot to handle while still discovering yourself at a young age. Our stranger this week, ALMAN NUSRAT, is a singer/songwriter who’s been exploring spirituality through his artistry for the last decade. We talk about the tragedy that changed his life, handling fame and attention at a young age, creating a space to understand faith in the mo...

Time could not be passed better during our Ramadan fast than talking about the bizarre things we do here on Strange Flavors while putting up with Amber’s roza breath. We’re telling jinn stories from an ancient monster house we’re using as a mosque, a couple who asks Shah-Ameer for his sperm, Khloé Kardashian having to keep up with beauty standards possibly set by her own family, and more! This is...

Being known and respected in your city can come with unexpected encounters, but a fight scene in a Creed movie has to top it all. Our stranger this week, TONE TRUMP, is a rapper, trapper, author, and paper chaser who’s known around Philly as an unapologetic thinker and Muslim D.O.N. We talk to him about his journey through Islam and struggles with non-African-American critics, saying controversial...

It may just be better to live off of the internet for you own good sometimes. On this Strange Exchange, we’re talking about Lil Nas X’s obsession with the devil while promoting his latest single, “Montero” (Call Me By Your Name). We also discuss a man selling his farts as NFT’s and the biggest buzzkills during a workout. Hold tight and clench your cheeks tighter, you’ll find out why. This is the 1...

Early Warning: this is a very weird and maybe uncomfortable episode for our listeners. If your strict desi parent listens to this podcast, tell them to skip this one for your own good. On this Strange Exchange, we welcome you to health class all over again. We’re talking about things we just figured out women’s bodies do, a catfish story with a bizarre ending, what’s going on with the hate against...

Being a successful independent woman is not something everyone is ready to handle when it turns to reality. Our stranger this week, MONICA AHUJA, wanted to be a housewife in India before finding a ladder of opportunities in dance, business, education, and social media. We talk to her about the struggles of fighting against traditional stereotypes and community expectations, building out her own da...

The world of fast fashion is surprisingly more complex and problematic than we thought. Our stranger this week, NIHA ELETY, is a creative artist and sustainability advocate who breaks down some of the main concerns with how clothing is made and moves around the world. We talk big brands behind the issues, fashion sustainability in India, YouTube merch & dropshipping, sending waste to other cou...

What’s most important when forgiving yourself and those around you? Our stranger this week, REHMA, whose name literally translates to “mercy,” is a singer/songwriter who shares how this word has played a valuable role in her growth and identity. She talks to us about the challenges of moving around the country as a kid and trying to find belonging, being lost in the pressures of a fast paced socie...

What does it mean to “duct tape your issues?” On this Valentine’s weekend-special Strange Exchange, we’re talking about some messy love scenarios, including the gift informant friend between a couple, going on a date with your bully, and falling in love with an AI. The Strange Squad is also giving our takes on all things Super Bowl LV, Gorilla Glue girl, North West’s painting, and a whole lot more...

Lonely, broke, expelled from school, and spiraling out of control is a place you never forget if you somehow manage to rise out of it. Our stranger this week, NEIL HARMAN, shares his inspiring story of overcoming addiction and hitting rock bottom during the most developmental years of his life to being accepted at NYU and working in the city to give back to people seeking recovery. We talk about m...

The right place at the right time is cool and all, but being prepared for the moment is how the real magic happens. Our stranger this week is LIYA THACHIL, whose unique upbringing prepared her for the moment she’d casually pitch an offer to a creative director at one of the world’s biggest fashion brands. Liya has worked for brands like Gucci, Chanel, and Vogue, and gone on to co-found her own bra...

Would it be weird if your boyfriend had the same name as your guy best friend? On this Strange Exchange, the Strange Squad is getting inside the toxic mind of Amber to learn about this question as well as secretly crushing on your date’s older brother. We’re also wondering if a change of presidents comes with a change of political culture, friends who disrupt your energy, and more! This is the 135...

2021 is starting off with a rise in Bitcoin value as well as the number of “flat-Earthers.” Our stranger this week, DAVID WEISS, is among those people who claim that we don’t actually have any real proof that we are living on a spinning globe. We talk to him about his concept of how the world works, the flat-Earth community, government lies, and the truth behind why this should matter. The Strange...

Let’s cut the BS, there’s really no making sense of 2020. But on this Strange Exchange and the last episode of Strange Flavors for the year, we talk about what we accomplished, what we can do without next year, and what we look forward to from what we’ve learned. Stay tuned to hear us reveal a secret RwnlPwnl project, go over a list of all the things we forgot happened in 2020, and give Gen Z the...

Faith can be a funny thing to have to balance when life is being shot up and down at the exact same time in life. This week’s stranger, EMMA KLEIN, had a viral moment after her American Idol audition caught the ears and hearts of people across the nation. She talks to us about what happens behind the scenes of these reality competition shows, her brother’s touching story that changed her family’s...

…and here we are trying our best to cover it in 2 hours lol! Our stranger this week is none other than travel enthusiast, SAL LAVALLO. Sal is one of the youngest people in the world to ever travel to every country, but what does that mean? On this episode he shares his incredible experiences, recalls fun stories, and of course breaks down all the logistics of reaching such a milestone. The Strange...

When you’re one of the biggest art accounts in your community, let alone one the first people to ever be on instagram, you just may find some bizarre targets on your back along the way. The stranger this week, Hafsa Khan, better known as, HAFANDHAF, is an artist from the midwest who shares her journey to finding success in art from her cultural identity, music, religion, and personal experiences....

Gaining attention in any field is the “same pizza with different toppings.” Our stranger this week, RUMMI KHAN aka Guru G, dabbles in politics, music management, and cultural curation while growing his brand, illMuslims. We talk about his role in Andrew Yang’s political run, stories of artists he helped breakthrough including getting RwnlPwnl a show with Mickey Singh, the struggle with hyphenated...

Reality hits some of us right around the end of our teen years, but if you’re Amber, life could get real as soon as you find out the tooth fairy is a hoax. On this Strange Exchange, Faras talks about making friends with a white nationalist, we talk about the toxic parts of our culture along with the toxic reactions that come from the food in our culture (lol graphic be warned), and we finally get...

Warning: Cultural norms may vary based on location. This week, our stranger, IHSAAN SINGLETON, talks to us about growing up biracial as a member of many different communities. He shares his difficult journey of converting to Islam as well as talk vaping culture, a serious football documentary he’s working on, and much more! The Strange Squad talks about the pumpkin hype during spooky season and Sh...

If you thought Tinder was full of bizarre and interesting interactions, wait ‘till you hear about what goes on “the Muslim Tinder” - Minder. Amber shares her recent dating stories and the boys weigh in on the complexity of modern relationships. On this Strange Exchange, we also talk about drugs, the path to being cool, and a whole lot more! This is the 124th episode of Strange Flavors, brought to...

Can being the only black guy in the room come with more perks than drawbacks? Maybe it just depends what country you’re in. For our stranger this week, ABDULLAH MAROOF, growing up as a Nigerian in Pakistan led to finding confidence in self-identity along with ambitious life and career goals. We talk about him going viral with his perspective on “Being Black in Pakistan,” views on American social j...

After being shouted out by big-time Pakistani YouTuber, Irfan Junejo, this simple desi girl was in for a huge following all of a sudden while trying to balance school and family complexities. This week’s stranger is the self-described creative bundle of awkwardness, HAYA ZAMIN! We talk to Haya about growing up as a Pakistani in Belgium, making relatable content, cancelling social media, and a whol...

When you invite a comedian to a wedding party, you should probably understand their humor before getting offended. This is one of many hilarious stories from this week’s stranger, DANISH MAQBOOL. Danish is a professional gamer turned professional comedian slowly making his name with recent features in Hulu’s hit show - “Ramy,” coming off of his cross country tour “Big Desi Energy” with Akaash Sing...