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Sharif Homsi
Stand-up comedian from Damascus and a founding member/spiritual leader of the comedy group Styria, central subject of the episode describing comedy in post-Assad Syria.
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Jan 18, 2026
• 1h 1min
879: A Christian and a Muslim Walk Into a Bar
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Eamon Ogana, a field reporter who traveled with the Syrian comedy troupe Styria, joins comedians Sharif Homsi and Maliki Mardonali. They dive into the challenges of performing comedy in post-Assad Syria, where jokes can have serious repercussions. The trio shares stories from their national tour, discussing the fine line between humor and safety, and how they navigate censorship while testing daring material. As they confront local authorities threatening their shows, their journey highlights the struggle for creative freedom in a changing political landscape.
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