The Radical Contemporary Podcast
Radical Contemporary is a Digital Curator and Podcast based between Cairo, Dubai & Jeddah for the sharing, discovery and appreciation of artistic and personal expression in the MENA region & beyond.
Radicals are people who notice things. We are observers. Artists. Writers. Designers. Musicians. Filmmakers. Intellectuals. Cultural Producers. Dreamers. Thought-leaders. We’re a community of Creators - who know that your biggest asset is your ability to ask questions, to critique & to converse with like-minded people. On Radical the conversation is always open … so hop on whenever you need a dose of creative genius & make sure to bring some coffee, tea, a snack? Whatever it is - the brain food is on us.
The Radical Contemporary Podcast
Shadi Alfons: Ensemble
In this week's episode, our founder Nour Hassan speaks to actor, writer, producer and comedian, Shadi Alfons.
He spearheaded SNL Arabia for the very first time in the Middle East. He was the main cast member and news anchor for Weekend Update. He made his American TV debut in season one of Hulu's award-winning show RAMY as the titular character's over the top cousin, Shadi. They speak about how he gets the inspiration from for his material, how to work in an ensemble cast, how to get an audition, his time at SNL, the experience on working on the extrordinary and iconic show, Al Bernameg with Bassem Youssef, as well as the experience of filming New York City for RAMY and finally stage fright, how it's actually the key to success.