Episode Details

Andrew Khoury is a rising star to look out for on the Montréal comedy scene. He comes to us from the hip and groovy suburbs of Nova Scotia. Since nailing his first stand-up set five going on six years ago, Andrew has channeled his anxiety into making people laugh—very hard. In the summer of 2023, he graced the Discovery Stage at Zoofest to great acclaim. Andrew is known for his fabulous legs and fashion sense, and for tackling taboo queer Arab themes with balls and hilarity. I saw Andrew live on Abby Stonehouse’s podcast and I knew I had to have him on the show. What a treat of an episode.

Andrew Khoury on Stand-up Comedy, Anxiety, Queer Arab Taboos, Therapy, Dating, Love Stories, Homophobia, Xenophobia, Fitness, Skincare, and More

Andrew’s First Stand-up Set: A throwback to his case for gay terrorism, how Andrew went from being the funny friend at the BBQ to killing it at stand-up, and how his comedy career has been growing ever since.

Comedy and Anxiety: Andrew shares how stand-up helped him overcome his social anxiety and fear of leaving the house.

Queer Arab Taboos: “This is my life,” says Andrew. And so it was only natural that he would find his stand-up niche dispelling stereotypes and biases to the tune of uproarious laughter.

Racism, Fetishization, and the Jungle of Online Dating. Plus, how to stay funny once you’re in a relationship.

Listener Question From Can’t He Be Gay Just For Me: A 21-year-old is hung up on a situationship with a non-committal, maybe pansexual, definitely homophobic, sort of friend.

Erica: “No, he can’t be gay just for you.”

Andrew: “Go out, spread your legs, and fly.”

Andrew Khoury on Skincare, Cleaning, Creativity, and What the World Needs Now: Listen to the end so you don’t miss a thing.

Half-Bad Ukulele Segment: Girls Just Wanna Have Fun by Cindi Lauper. Sing loud and proud. That’s what we did.

Thank you so much, Andrew! I had the best time!

Follow Andrew on Instagram: @khourslight

Erica’s life coach: @jilliantureki

Andrew’s Life Coach: Wendy Williams: @therealwendywilliams

Mixing, Ukulele, and Cover Art by Erica J. Schmidt in Montréal, Quebec.

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