In this now bonus episode which we recorded all the way back in March, we discuss the things we remember from movies, what we think about Women Talking (mild-spoilers, fyi), and which of the Oscar best-picture nominees we'd actually recommend. Also in this episode, one of the Als confesses that he primarily remembers Avatar as a porno -- gasp! -- but which Al is that? - - - Al Ibrahim can be found at madebyal.net, and Al Siew writes at alsiew.com. For feedback and topic suggestions, please DM us on Instagram @alxalpodcast , or email [email protected].

In our first episode back after a 3-month hiatus, one Al talks about being back home, and the other talks about being in the hospital. Things mentioned: Ezra Klein and Rachel Zoffness on pain Al Ibrahim's Airport Essay - - - Al Ibrahim can be found at ⁠madebyal.net⁠, and Al Siew writes at ⁠alsiew.com⁠. For feedback and topic suggestions, DM us on Instagram ⁠@alxalpodcast⁠, or email [email protected].

In this episode, we talk about getting out of our comfort zones, trying out new hobbies, and exploring different career paths. But do we even agree on what the definition of a "comfort zone" is? Things mentioned: Al Ibrahim's faux disposable film photos Al Siew's photography - - - Al Ibrahim can be found at madebyal.net, and Al Siew writes at alsiew.com. For feedback and topic suggestions, DM us on Instagram @alxalpodcast, or email [email protected].

Who is more well-known today: David Bowie or Justin Bieber? Which is the more romantic activity: Kissing in Paris or Kissing in a tent in the woods? And would you date someone who’s never been in any kind of romantic relationship before?  Find out the answers to these questions and more on this very special post-valentine's bonus episode. - - - Al Ibrahim can be found at madebyal.net, and Al Siew writes at alsiew.com. For feedback and topic suggestions, DM us on Instagram @alxalpodcast , or email [email protected].

This is perhaps the episode we've prepared the most for yet. We even got chatGPT to give us talking points, and we were going to talk about important relationship things like building self-confidence and navigating the dating world after a breakup or divorce.  But instead -- for reasons beyond our comprehension -- we mostly ended up reminiscing about our past romantic relationships. Although along the way, one Al did manage to share his framework for doing audits in relationships, and the other Al explains what going on dates in a long term relationship feels like.  Things we discussed:  Good conversations have lots of doorknobs  How to talk to people about things  Dan Savage on Polyamory, Chosen Family and Better Sex  - - -  Al Ibrahim can be found at madebyal.net, and Al Siew writes at alsiew.com. For feedback and topic suggestions, DM us on Instagram @alxalpodcast, or email [email protected].

In this episode, we talk about some of the things we want to achieve in 2023, but before going into that, Al Siew rates Al Ibrahim a 7 out of 10. But what on? Hamstrings, sleep, and jet-skis also make an appearance in this episode.  Things we discussed: Things Al Siew wants to do in 2023 The Impossible List Notion Al Ibrahim can be found at madebyal.net, and Al Siew writes at alsiew.com. For feedback and topic suggestions, DM us on Instagram @alxalpodcast , or email [email protected].

While recording Episode 4 & 5, we talked about the gifts we got for Christmas and how we feel about gifts in general. It didn't make sense for that conversation to be a part of the episode, but we've decided to release it here on the feed as a bonus. Al Ibrahim can be found at madebyal.net, and Al Siew writes at alsiew.com. For feedback and topic suggestions, DM us on Instagram @alxalpodcast , or email [email protected].

In this episode, we talk about movies we did not like, and music we loved. We talked about fun TV, challenging TV, and relatable TV. One Al goes off on a movie that probably didn't deserve it, and the other Al drops his hottest take yet. But which Al did what? Things we discussed: (MOVIES) Everything Everywhere All at Once All Quiet on the Western Front Ticket to Paradise (TV) Severance Bad Sisters Ramy We Are Lady Parts (MUSIC) Stromae - Sante (Official Music Video) Karpe - PAF.no Stromae: Tiny Desk Concert Stromae - les leçons c'est ''tous les mêmes'' (Lesson 24) Al Ibrahim can be found at madebyal.net, and Al Siew writes at alsiew.com. For feedback and topic suggestions, DM us on Instagram @alxalpodcast , or email [email protected].

In this episode, we talk about some of our favourite memories of 2022, and discuss some of the books and movies that have left an impression. Please note that there are some mild spoilers for the books and movies discussed, but nothing major: No twists, or surprises, and we don't spoil the endings. Having said that, if you're the kind of person who prefers to go into books and movies completely blind, we suggest you stop listening to this episode at exactly the 14-minute mark. Things we discussed: (BOOKS) Open Water - Caleb Azumah Nelson In The End, It Was All About Love - Musa Okwonga Border Hacker: : A Tale of Treachery, Trafficking, and Two Friends on the Run - Levi Vonk , Axel Kirschner I'm Glad My Mom Died - Jennette McCurdy (FILMS) Decision to Leave - Park Chan-wook The Banshees of Inisherin - Martin McDonagh Jackass Forever - Jeff Tremaine Al Ibrahim can be found at madebyal.net, and Al Siew writes at alsiew.com. For feedback and topic suggestions, DM us on Instagram @alxalpodcast , or email [email protected].

In this episode, we discuss why it's sometimes awkward for us to make friends with other men, and why it's often difficult to be open and vulnerable in our male friendships. Al Ibrahim shares some friendship frameworks, and Al Siew does something brave. Recommendations: David Reese's XOXO Festival Talk from 2016 (Talk) The Blindboy Podcast (Podcast) Al Ibrahim can be found at madebyal.net, and Al Siew writes at alsiew.com. For feedback and topic suggestions, DM us on Instagram @alxalpodcast , or email [email protected].