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Back to EpisodesFrom Algeria to Paris, Knowing Your History and Paris Stand Up Comedy w/ Mehdi Walker | Ep 52
Description
I sit down with Mehdi and we talk about growing up in Algeria, moving to Paris, and his love for history. We also talk about stand up comedy in Paris, African/Mediterranean culture of hosting or visiting friends.
Mehdi is an Algerian stand-up comedian based in Paris, France. His stand-up deals with the life as an immigrant in Europe, admin, family matters, history and much more! Starting comedy back in 2019, he has been touring his show, "Algerian Sauce", all over France!
Timestamps
00:04:11 - Traveling and Experiencing Different Cultures
00:10:50 - Cultural Shock in Hospitality Practices
00:17:25 - Using Historical Jokes in Stand-Up Comedy
00:18:01 - Making History Relatable through Comedy
00:23:16 - Assimilation in French Culture
00:24:19 - Need for Community in New Environments
00:31:43 - Being Part of French Society with Dual Cultures
00:38:03 - Cultural Differences between Europe and Global South
00:40:48 - Cultural Shock in Food
00:52:45 - Balancing French and Other Cultures
Medhi Socials: Instagram
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