
The Pakistan Experience
The Pakistan Experience is a podcast looking to tell stories about Pakistan, and Pakistanis, through the lost art of conversations.
https://www.youtube.com/c/ThePakistanExperience
Also available on Spotify, Google Podcasts and Apple Podcasts.
Hosted by Shehzad Ghias Shaikh
Latest episodes

Mar 21, 2025 • 35min
Traitor or Founding Father of Pakistan? Why G.M. Syed asked for Sindhu Desh? - OHAV Episode 10 #TPE
The last episode of our new series, Of Heroes and Villains, looks at GM Syed, and why he asked for Sindhu Desh.The Pakistan Experience is an independently produced podcast looking to tell stories about Pakistan through conversations. Please consider supporting us on Patreon:https://www.patreon.com/thepakistanexperienceTo support the channel:Jazzcash/Easypaisa - 0325 -2982912Patreon.com/thepakistanexperienceAnd Please stay in touch:https://twitter.com/ThePakistanExp1https://www.facebook.com/thepakistanexperiencehttps://instagram.com/thepakistanexpeperienceThe podcast is hosted by comedian and writer, Shehzad Ghias Shaikh. Shehzad is a Fulbright scholar with a Masters in Theatre from Brooklyn College. He is also one of the foremost Stand-up comedians in Pakistan and frequently writes for numerous publications. Instagram.com/shehzadghiasshaikhFacebook.com/Shehzadghias/Twitter.com/shehzad89Join this channel to get access to perks:https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC44l9XMwecN5nSgIF2Dvivg/join

Mar 20, 2025 • 1h 44min
Has the model of Journalism failed? - News Media under Hybrid regimes - Fahd Hussain - #TPE 425
Journalist, Columnist and President of AIK News, Fahd Hussain, comes on The Pakistan ExperienceToday on TPE we discuss, what is wrong with journalism in Pakistan, social media, 26th November, Dawn Leaks, Hamid Mir getting shot, Fahd Hussain taking a Government position, Shahbaz Sharif's philosophy, Maryam Nawaz and political communication.Fahd Husain is a renowned news media professional with over 25 years of experience in journalism.The Pakistan Experience is an independently produced podcast looking to tell stories about Pakistan through conversations. Please consider supporting us on Patreon:https://www.patreon.com/thepakistanexperienceTo support the channel:Jazzcash/Easypaisa - 0325 -2982912Patreon.com/thepakistanexperienceAnd Please stay in touch:https://twitter.com/ThePakistanExp1https://www.facebook.com/thepakistanexperiencehttps://instagram.com/thepakistanexpeperienceThe podcast is hosted by comedian and writer, Shehzad Ghias Shaikh. Shehzad is a Fulbright scholar with a Masters in Theatre from Brooklyn College. He is also one of the foremost Stand-up comedians in Pakistan and frequently writes for numerous publications. Instagram.com/shehzadghiasshaikhFacebook.com/Shehzadghias/Twitter.com/shehzad89Join this channel to get access to perks:https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC44l9XMwecN5nSgIF2Dvivg/joinChapters:0:00 Introduction1:25 What is wrong with Journalism in Pakistan2:45 Have the big players co-opted Social Media?10:00 News, Information Gathering and Reporting13:40 News Models in Pakistan16:30 Struggles of doing Journalism in Pakistan24:30 Journalist Training and what makes a good Journalist27:00 26th November and wanting to believe in News to be true37:35 DAWN Leaks40:23 Hamid Mir getting shot44:30 Fahd Hussain taking a position with PML-N52:55 2013 PTI was different58:30 Shahbaz Sharif's philosophy and current Hybrid regime1:12:58 2018 mai bhi aisa hua tha and what is happening today1:17:54 Fahd Hussain's role in the Government1:19:19 Maryam Nawaz and PML-N1:26:05 Imran Khan and political communication1:29:59 AIK News and Private Corporate ownership of Channels1:36:00 How much do owners intervene1:38:58 Audience Questions

Mar 19, 2025 • 1h 7min
Challenges faced by the system, Media Accountability and the Opposition - Azaz Syed - #TPE 421
Azaz Syed comes back on The Pakistan Experience to discuss the Opposition Conference, Mahrang Baloch, Imran Khan, PTI, Protests, Youtube, Journalism, Media Accountability, PECA and Anti-Establishment Sentiment in Pakistan.Azaz Syed is an Islamabad based Pakistani journalist and author of , "The Secrets of Pakistan's War on Al.Qaeda,". He is an award winning reporter and the host of the popular Youtube show 'Talk Shock'The Pakistan Experience is an independently produced podcast looking to tell stories about Pakistan through conversations. Please consider supporting us on Patreon:https://www.patreon.com/thepakistanexperienceTo support the channel:Jazzcash/Easypaisa - 0325 -2982912Patreon.com/thepakistanexperienceAnd Please stay in touch:https://twitter.com/ThePakistanExp1https://www.facebook.com/thepakistanexperiencehttps://instagram.com/thepakistanexpeperienceThe podcast is hosted by comedian and writer, Shehzad Ghias Shaikh. Shehzad is a Fulbright scholar with a Masters in Theatre from Brooklyn College. He is also one of the foremost Stand-up comedians in Pakistan and frequently writes for numerous publications. Instagram.com/shehzadghiasshaikhFacebook.com/Shehzadghias/Twitter.com/shehzad89Join this channel to get access to perks:https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC44l9XMwecN5nSgIF2Dvivg/joinChapters:0:00 Introduction1:00 Opposition Conference3:10 Mahrang Baloch,Imran Khan and Manzoor Pashteen7:30 Kya PTI mai sab assets hain?9:28 Protests all over Pakistan11:34 Nawaz Sharif and Narendra Modi18:00 Rajiv Gandhi and Media being the Establishment mouthpiece23:00 Interview with Chairman Nadra25:30 How Azaz Syed finds out information32:30 Media Accountability39:30 System chalta hua nahee nazar araha48:30 Anti Establishment voting in Pakistan51:00 Audience Questions

Mar 18, 2025 • 55min
Jaffer Express, Foreign involvement in Balochistan, Sindh rejects Canals and Fight within PTI #TWIP
In today's episode we discuss the attack on Jaffar Express, Foreign involvement in Balochistan, Sindh rejecting new Canals, Fight within PTI and the crackdown on Columbia University.Uzair Younus and Shehzad Ghias do the round up of this week's news in our new show 'This Week in Pakistan. The Pakistan Experience is an independently produced podcast looking to tell stories about Pakistan through conversations. Please consider supporting us on Patreon:https://www.patreon.com/thepakistanexperienceTo support the channel:Jazzcash/Easypaisa - 0325 -2982912Patreon.com/thepakistanexperienceAnd Please stay in touch:https://twitter.com/ThePakistanExp1https://www.facebook.com/thepakistanexperiencehttps://instagram.com/thepakistanexpeperienceThe podcast is hosted by comedian and writer, Shehzad Ghias Shaikh. Shehzad is a Fulbright scholar with a Masters in Theatre from Brooklyn College. He is also one of the foremost Stand-up comedians in Pakistan and frequently writes for numerous publications. Instagram.com/shehzadghiasshaikhFacebook.com/Shehzadghias/Twitter.com/shehzad89Join this channel to get access to perks:https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC44l9XMwecN5nSgIF2Dvivg/joinChapters:0:00 Introduction3:00 Attack on Jaffer Express9:40 Is India behind BLA?15:30 Good Taliban failed policy18:30 America's involvement in Balochistan23:15 Iran's interest in Balochistan25:50 Increased terrorism in Pakistan28:50 Sindh rejects canals33:40 News Wrap up: Fight within the PTI?38:39 World Watch: Crackdown on Columbia University42:22 Absurd News of the week: Private Guard fires on Person49:00 Things to keep an eye on

Mar 16, 2025 • 1h 55min
90s kay londay, Cricket Journalism, Team Selection and CT Performance - Behram Qazi - #TPE 423
Behram Qazi comes on The Pakistan Experience to discuss the performance of the Pakistan Cricket Team in the Champions Trophy.On this deep dive podcast, we discuss watching cricket in the 90s, Mohammad Yousouf, Mohammad Hafeez, ex-cricketers on TV, insecurity in the team, Babar Azam, Intent, Mohsin Naqvi, Player management, the genius of Mohammad Asif, BCCI, trolling and the upcoming NZ tour.Behram Qazi is a Podcaster, Sports Correspondent and the host of Good Areas Live with Jarrod Kimber.Chapters:0:00 Introduction1:30 90s ka Nostalgia3:51 First Cricketer you met9:00 Watching the Pakistan Cricket Match14:33 Intent nahee hay17:00 Mohammad Yousouf and Technique20:05 Mohammad Hafeez and Ex-Cricketers25:00 Insecurity in the Team and Averages27:30 Meeting Rameez Raja, PJL and Department Cricket33:10 Bi Laterals and Pakistan Cricket needs to evolve38:34 Usman Khan and Champions Trophy Team Selection49:34 Ex Players on TV53:32 Mohammad Asif, Waseem Raja and Geniuses57:30 Player Management in Pakistan and PCB1:01:30 Fielding, Nutrition and Technology in Sports1:07:00 Experience and Young Players1:11:00 BCCI and Interest in Tests1:14:00 Trolling and Babar Azam1:21:04 Cricket discourse in Pakistan vs the World1:28:40 Audience QuestionsThe Pakistan Experience is an independently produced podcast looking to tell stories about Pakistan through conversations. Please consider supporting us on Patreon:https://www.patreon.com/thepakistanexperienceTo support the channel:Jazzcash/Easypaisa - 0325 -2982912Patreon.com/thepakistanexperienceAnd Please stay in touch:https://twitter.com/ThePakistanExp1https://www.facebook.com/thepakistanexperiencehttps://instagram.com/thepakistanexpeperienceThe podcast is hosted by comedian and writer, Shehzad Ghias Shaikh. Shehzad is a Fulbright scholar with a Masters in Theatre from Brooklyn College. He is also one of the foremost Stand-up comedians in Pakistan and frequently writes for numerous publications. Instagram.com/shehzadghiasshaikhFacebook.com/Shehzadghias/Twitter.com/shehzad89Join this channel to get access to perks:https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC44l9XMwecN5nSgIF2Dvivg/join

Mar 16, 2025 • 50min
Jaffar Express, BLA, Mahrang Baloch and the 7 dimensions to the conflict in Balochistan - #TPE
Today on TPE we look at the incident in Jaffar Express, BLA, Mahrang Baloch, the history of military operations in Balochistan, potential solutions and the 7 dimensions of the conflict in Balochistan.The Pakistan Experience is an independently produced podcast looking to tell stories about Pakistan through conversations. Please consider supporting us on Patreon:https://www.patreon.com/thepakistanexperienceTo support the channel:Jazzcash/Easypaisa - 0325 -2982912Patreon.com/thepakistanexperienceAnd Please stay in touch:https://twitter.com/ThePakistanExp1https://www.facebook.com/thepakistanexperiencehttps://instagram.com/thepakistanexpeperienceThe podcast is hosted by comedian and writer, Shehzad Ghias Shaikh. Shehzad is a Fulbright scholar with a Masters in Theatre from Brooklyn College. He is also one of the foremost Stand-up comedians in Pakistan and frequently writes for numerous publications. Instagram.com/shehzadghiasshaikhFacebook.com/Shehzadghias/Twitter.com/shehzad89Join this channel to get access to perks:https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC44l9XMwecN5nSgIF2Dvivg/joinChapters:0:00 Jaffar Express Hijacked4:11 Intelligence and Security7:53 HIstory of operations in Balochistan15:00 Are Sardars Balochistan's Problem?16:40 Mahrang Baloch21:38 BLA and Terrorism23:00 Do you condemn BLA?29:00 Public Mandate and Elections32:00 Gwadar, CPEC and resources of Balochistan34:41 Punjab as a symbol of oppression39:50 International Saazish47:00 Solutions

Mar 15, 2025 • 27min
Was I wrong about Sahil Adeem? - Why are people attacking Engineer Mirza? - Shehzad Ghias #tpe
I stand by what I said in the video about Sahil Adeem.You can go verify the documents yourself:https://find-and-update.company-information.service.gov.uk/company/15523255/more The Pakistan Experience is an independently produced podcast looking to tell stories about Pakistan through conversations. Please consider supporting us on Patreon:https://www.patreon.com/thepakistanexperienceTo support the channel:Jazzcash/Easypaisa - 0325 -2982912Patreon.com/thepakistanexperienceAnd Please stay in touch:https://twitter.com/ThePakistanExp1https://www.facebook.com/thepakistanexperiencehttps://instagram.com/thepakistanexpeperienceThe podcast is hosted by comedian and writer, Shehzad Ghias Shaikh. Shehzad is a Fulbright scholar with a Masters in Theatre from Brooklyn College. He is also one of the foremost Stand-up comedians in Pakistan and frequently writes for numerous publications. Instagram.com/shehzadghiasshaikhFacebook.com/Shehzadghias/Twitter.com/shehzad89Join this channel to get access to perks:https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC44l9XMwecN5nSgIF2Dvivg/join

Mar 15, 2025 • 1h 40min
Journalism, Facing Hate Campaigns and is Imran Khan ready for a deal? - Asma Shirazi - #TPE 426
Asma Shirazi comes on The Pakistan Experience to discuss her journey, how journalism has evolved from 2008, the role of the Media, covering Nawab Akbar Bugti, facing hate campaigns, the current establishment, social media fascism, 9th May, PECA and the Maryam Nawaz ads.Asma Shirazi is a senior Pakistani journalist who has received awards, notably Peter Mackler Award for Courageous and Ethical Journalism on 23 October 2014 for her bravery and ethical journalism. She is a political commentator who currently hosts a primetime current-affairs show on Hum News.Chapters:0:00 Introduction0:30 Asma Shirazi's journey4:30 Journalism from 2008 to today7:10 Lawyers Movement9:59 Questionable history of the Media12:00 Covering Nawab Akbar Bugti15:42 Pressures, Compromises and being banned25:00 Is today the worst time for Journalism?28:30 Campaign against Asma Shirazi33:40 Current Establishment and Criticism against them39:30 How to resist the Regime45:00 9th May was a coup against General Asim Munir50:45 Is Imran Khan ready for a deal? Will the Establishment bring him back?58:13 All politicians have been labelled traitors1:06:00 PECA and Advertisements1:09:38 How to fix the News industry1:17:00 Social Media Fascism1:21:00 Living as a Shia in Pakistan teaches you resilience1:24:00 How do you deal with online campaigns against you and Misogyny1:32:40 Haj Scandal1:36:17 Audience QuestionsThe Pakistan Experience is an independently produced podcast looking to tell stories about Pakistan through conversations. Please consider supporting us on Patreon:https://www.patreon.com/thepakistanexperienceTo support the channel:Jazzcash/Easypaisa - 0325 -2982912Patreon.com/thepakistanexperienceAnd Please stay in touch:https://twitter.com/ThePakistanExp1https://www.facebook.com/thepakistanexperiencehttps://instagram.com/thepakistanexpeperienceThe podcast is hosted by comedian and writer, Shehzad Ghias Shaikh. Shehzad is a Fulbright scholar with a Masters in Theatre from Brooklyn College. He is also one of the foremost Stand-up comedians in Pakistan and frequently writes for numerous publications. Instagram.com/shehzadghiasshaikhFacebook.com/Shehzadghias/Twitter.com/shehzad89Join this channel to get access to perks:https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC44l9XMwecN5nSgIF2Dvivg/join

Mar 12, 2025 • 2h 25min
PCB, Journalism and Babar Azam - What is wrong with Pakistan Cricket? - Osman Samiuddin - #TPE 424
Osman Samiuddin comes on The Pakistan Experience to breakdown what is wrong with Pakistan Cricket.On this deep dive podcast we discuss Jason Gillespie vs Aqib Javed, Coaches, Mentors, Mohammad Hafeez vs 90s kay londay, Ex cricketers on TV, talent in Pakistan, Injuries, Fitness, Babar Azam, Saya Corp, Azam Khan, Abdullah Shafique and Osman Samiuddin answers all your questions.Osman Samiuddin is a journalist, the senior editor at Cricinfo and the author of the book, 'The Unquiet Ones'.The Pakistan Experience is an independently produced podcast looking to tell stories about Pakistan through conversations. Please consider supporting us on Patreon:https://www.patreon.com/thepakistanexperienceTo support the channel:Jazzcash/Easypaisa - 0325 -2982912Patreon.com/thepakistanexperienceAnd Please stay in touch:https://twitter.com/ThePakistanExp1https://www.facebook.com/thepakistanexperiencehttps://instagram.com/thepakistanexpeperienceThe podcast is hosted by comedian and writer, Shehzad Ghias Shaikh. Shehzad is a Fulbright scholar with a Masters in Theatre from Brooklyn College. He is also one of the foremost Stand-up comedians in Pakistan and frequently writes for numerous publications. Instagram.com/shehzadghiasshaikhFacebook.com/Shehzadghias/Twitter.com/shehzad89Join this channel to get access to perks:https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC44l9XMwecN5nSgIF2Dvivg/joinChapters:0:00 Introduction1:20 Jason Gillespie vs Aqib Javed6:28 Salaries of Coaches, Staff and Mentors14:37 Hafeez vs 90s kay londay18:16 Ex Cricketers on TV24:55 Kya Pakistan Cricket mai talent BOHAAT hay?28:58 Hum Raw Talent ko develop nahee kartay33:07 Injury, Workload management and Fitness44:00 90s kay londay and dressing room atmosphere47:55 PR, Saya Corp and Babar Azam picking his friends55:30 Selection Woes1:00:50 Coaches and Treatment of Gillespie/Kirsten1:11:00 Let players fail and give them a good environment1:13:50 Azam Khan1:19:30 Is Babar Azam the problem?1:32:30 Abdullah Shafique1:35:00 Coaching philosophy in Pakistan1:48:30 Audience Questions

Mar 12, 2025 • 2h 29min
Daily Vlogging, Ducky Bhai vs Shaam Idrees and Sindh's Got Latent - Shehzad Malik - #TPE 416
Shehzad Malik aka Theshehzadshow is a content creator and an indie filmmaker.Shehzad Malik comes on for a mad fun episode of The Pakistan Experience where we discuss Ducky Bhai vs Shaam Idrees, the Youtube community, Daily Vlogging, Gen Z, Story telling, Instagram vs Youtube, Shehzad Roy, Sindh's Got Latent, Ghazals and more.The Pakistan Experience is an independently produced podcast looking to tell stories about Pakistan through conversations. Please consider supporting us on Patreon:https://www.patreon.com/thepakistanexperienceTo support the channel:Jazzcash/Easypaisa - 0325 -2982912Patreon.com/thepakistanexperienceAnd Please stay in touch:https://twitter.com/ThePakistanExp1https://www.facebook.com/thepakistanexperiencehttps://instagram.com/thepakistanexpeperienceThe podcast is hosted by comedian and writer, Shehzad Ghias Shaikh. Shehzad is a Fulbright scholar with a Masters in Theatre from Brooklyn College. He is also one of the foremost Stand-up comedians in Pakistan and frequently writes for numerous publications. Instagram.com/shehzadghiasshaikhFacebook.com/Shehzadghias/Twitter.com/shehzad89Join this channel to get access to perks:https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC44l9XMwecN5nSgIF2Dvivg/joinChapters0:00 Introduction2:30 Ducky Bhai vs Shaam Idrees7:19 Youtube community14:17 Daily Vlogging and Structure of the Vlog17:00 Gen Z and Mental Health22:10 Personal Story Telling and Consistent24:14 Instagram vs Youtube35:00 Quality of Content39:00 Do what you want46:30 Gary Vee and Motivational Speakers51:59 Shehzad Roy55:00 Gatekeeping and Pretentiousness in Art1:03:00 What made Shehzad start Vlogging1:08:30 Kids on TV and the Internet is a dark place1:18:30 Being vulnerable online1:22:24 Seeing everything as content1:30:00 Daily Vlogging1:36:30 Branding and Marketing1:40:52 Society cannot say anything to me1:45:20 Favourite Ghazal1:48:44 Heartbreak Talk and Relationships1:57:36 Ranjish hee sahee and Bollywood songs2:07:30 Audience Questions
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