Zaib welcomes back Sarosh to the podcast to talk about an epidemic that is False Equivalency and how it is used as part of the modern-day narrative building. The discussion argues how false equivalency and neutrality (a nod to EP 84) are basically used as get-out-of-jail cards to avoid taking difficult decisions amidst moral, ethical, and social conundrums. A potent discussion for the ones interested in dissecting current-day popular thoughts. #berniesanders #trump #imrankhanpti #nawazsharif #zardari #unitedstates #pakistan

Zaib vents his frustration about the ongoing discourse around political civility (or lack thereof, arguably) and how it is "ruining" political discussions. Zaib tries to bust the idea of everyone falling in line with one another and loving each other until the cows come home to make love. Zaib explores the idea that not every political debate and conflict can be achieved by hugging and kissing and there needs to be a level of aggression and strong-headedness to achieve REAL change. #politics #democrats #republicans #berniesanders #pti #shahbazgill #imrankhanpti #pdm

In light of the release of EP 98 discussing the debate around the release of the movie, 'Lady of Heaven', Mustafa & Zaib got into a back and forth on the viability of such a discussion along with taking offense to certain comments made on that particular episode. Therefore, Zaib decided to talk it out on the podcast to provide the audience who listened to the first one and might have had similar comments/concerns. A very open and respectful discussion between mature individuals. A discourse that allows true coexistence. Enjoy #ladyofheaven #religion #shiasunni #eventofthedoor #saqifah

For this very special episode, the 100th, Zaib welcomes a personality that was brought up in Episode 9 way back in 2020 while discussing Bayaan (winner of Pepsi Battle of the Bands) and their new record "Suno" and the seemingly innocuous turn the album took with a song titled "Diara". The guest for this special episode is none other than someone who owns the bragging rights to the song's 'success', Shahrukh Aslam, famed guitarist for Bayaan. We discuss many things from #cokestudio to #pepsibattleofthebands , from music as a profession to food, and from Azfar to #Xulfi. Shahrukh also shares some very interesting trivia about which Bayaan song has profanities recorded as part of the studio version that was released! That and so much more in this special, special episode! Follow Shahrukh on Instagram: @wowgrapeygrape Follow Bayaan on YouTube & Instagram: @Bayaan | @bayaanofficial Like, Share & Subscribe to the Podcast: @Drawing Room Experts

This episode is the reason why this podcast came into existence. Not particularly because of the topics discussed but the level of discourse, that was usually the case with Zaib, Sahir & Farrukh's unrecorded drawing-room discussion, is brought to FULL light in this engaging, detailed, and a rather controversial episode. Zaib, Sahir & Farrukh talk about Abortion rights in light of the recent #roevwade ruling by the #scotus and share their feelings and opinion on the matter and quickly transition into what would be a highly charged discussion around same-sex behaviors, scientific research, morality and a host of other elements that are ignited as part of this back and forth. They briefly also touch on the matter of atheism, religion, and the in light of the discussion around supreme authority vs. social interpretations in light of the overarching discussion around sexual tendencies. A long but very beneficial discussion for anyone interested in these topics. #roevwade #scotus #abortion #homosexuality #science #religion #morality #sexuality #pride #lgbtqia #humanrights #womenrights

Zaib & Sarosh talk about the recent religious movie released called "The Lady of Heaven" depicting the life, especially the final days, of Fatima (AS) daughter of Prophet Muhammad (SAWW). The film focuses on the controversial turn of events leading up to Fatima's (AS) untimely departure (e.g., event of the door) and sheds a "negative" light on a prominent Muslim personality, companion, 2nd Caliph, Umar bin Khattab. That, obviously, led to protest and calls for the banning of the movie, partly because of the notorious backer/financier of the movie, a man despised by all sides alike called Yasser Habib. The guys talk in detail about why certain people feel hesitant in wearing their beliefs on their shoulders (especially Shias) and whether people with opposing worldviews have a right to present their narratives. Note: Viewpoints presented in this episode are worldviews owned by millions of people across the world but don't get to talk about it due to threats to life etc. Therefore, objecting to them is a universal right but to shut them down isn't. Hope people listening in can understand the difference between the two. #ladyofheaven #shia #sunni #umerkhattab #islam #history #fatima #ahlulbayt #debate #khalifa

After a whirlwind end and an emotional end to the 21-22 season, Zaib collects his thoughts to review a momentous 10-11 months of football from the Might Reds! Recorded under the shadow of a #championsleague final defeat to Real Madrid, Zaib offers a passionate, emotional yet somewhat objective analysis of the season, Liverpool's performance, and how he would rate this season overall. #liverpoolfc #championsleague #realmadrid #lfc #klopp #anfield #premierleague #mancity #chelsea #manutd #arsenal #spurs #football #soccer

Zaib welcomes back Sarosh Jafri to the podcast to talk about one of the most Iconic Muslim heroes of the 20th century Malik el-Shabazz, famously known as Malcolm X, to better understand this mindboggling personality, as an immigrant.  It was the birth anniversary of the great Martyr recently (May 19) therefore the guys got together to talk in detail about his life and the impact he had on the sociopolitical sphere in America and beyond. The guys talk about what made Malcolm X stand out compared to his contemporaries, which included the great Dr. Martin Luther King, how and what drew Malcolm towards Islam, and the impact of the Nation of Islam on both his life and the lives of American Muslims. Check out this very informative and deep discussion about Muslim American Heroes, Islam in America in general, and the core belief of being politically active. #malcolmx #malikekshabazz #nationofislam #danzelwashington #drking #muhammadali #muslims #islaminamerica #america #islam #blackpantherparty #blackhistory ------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Follow Sarosh's poetry page on Instagram: @ibnammarpoetry Check out Malcolm X's autobiography as told by Alex Haley: https://www.amazon.com/dp/0345350685/ref=cm_sw_r_wa_api_i_PRFZP8NMB1C6AZFGJY4S Watch the Malcolm X movie on Amazon Prime: https://watch.amazon.com/detail?gti=amzn1.dv.gti.f6a9f797-165f-88b6-7618-448b3b025613&territory=US&ref_=share_ios_movie&r=web

It's been a while since we did a football ep, innit? Zaib welcomes back Awais to the podcast to talk through a variety of football-related topics. From the implosions taking place at Manchester United, team and club structure at odds with one another to the football ownership and the role of billionaires (and states) in the sport especially when it relates to the likes of Chelsea, Newcastle, Manchester City & PSG. #premierleague #manchesterunited #liverpool #chelsea #mancity #psg #newcastle #glazers #etihad #glazersout

Zaib and Sahir recently went back to Pakistan after 3 and 12 years respectively and had a sudden moment of reconsideration after living in Karachi for an extended period of time. Was migration needed? If it was needed at the time, is it needed now? Can we have it all back home? The fancy lifestyle, the domestic help/staff, the money, and the social pedigree? Check out this much-needed and truthful discussion about moving back to Pakistan (forever!) #Pakistan #Karachi #expats #unitedstates #california #bayarea