The Expat Brat
Comedian and Theater Improviser, Salman Qureshi shares his outrageous takes on life, current news, sports and the showbiz life. An Eastern kid raised on Sesame Street, Salman shares his stories of life as a Third Culture Kid.
Episodes
So apparently in Denmark, zoos are asking people to donate their pets—yes, actual rabbits, chickens, even small horses—to feed their predators. I spiral. There’s a lynx. And a giraffe named Marius. Danish people… what is going on?
I stepped outside into a 47-degree sandstorm — basically nature’s version of a slap — and it still didn’t sting as much as watching Will Smith freestyle on TikTok.
Let’s talk cringe, comebacks, PR conspiracy theories, and why this version of Will feels like your uncle at karaoke night… but rich and strangely well-lit. Also: what if the cringe is the point? What if we’re the fools?
Either way, I can’t look away. Welcome to the new sea...
India refuses to play Pakistan in a nostalgia tournament — because apparently, politics never retires. In this episode, I break down the absurdity of grown men bringing geopolitics into a charity-adjacent league and explore why sports feuds, even after retirement, are still more dramatic than they need to be. From Shoaib Akthar's glares to Keane’s grudges, we ask: are we addicted to the drama… or just scared to grow up?
You ever try not to lose your mind while on hold with some smug guy who says it'll take two weeks to replace a water heater? I tried. Barely made it. This episode is one long steam release — about service industry BS, ADHD spirals, the line between excuses and self-awareness, and why apologizing shouldn’t feel like giving away a kidney.
I’m not saying passive income is a scam — I’m saying if someone tells you they make money in their sleep, they’re probably lying or married rich. Plus: a nostalgic spiral into the mystery of British teachers in Saudi in the ’80s and ’90s. Who were they? Why were they there? And why did they all look like they’d just escaped a Cold War spy movie? Also: fake gurus, real rent, and how I still don’t know what an ETF does, but I have on...
Why does the internet think I’m fat and in need of fame? This week: targeted ads for my midlife crisis, Coldplay’s cheating scandal (but only his name went viral?), and why pronouncing it “lulu-leymo-n” might bankrupt you faster.
I’m not convinced AI will end the world — but I am convinced one hotel shaving kit almost ended me. Plus: improv, judgment, pigeons, and how falling from grace is just bad PR.
From Oasis nostalgia to yelling at yourself for better fitness — this week, The Expat Brat breaks down why the past won’t save you, but pronouns just might
Is the 5AM Club just hustle culture in a hoodie? I dig into the science, the smugness, and why you don’t need sunrise to succeed.
Salman soliloquizes on family genes, reevaluating stuff, and other nonsense.
Salman soliloquizes on the good things: Kiddo starting to speak and making people laugh!
Salman soliloquizes on the US Elections, Bad Bosses, and his 8th Grade English Teacher.
Salman soliloquizes on his new Fridge, his kid talking, and the 'Yes And' improv philosophy.
Salman soliloquizes on the P Diddy arrest and finding his wife the ultimate fridge.
Salman soliloquizes on the ABA and Autism Speaks controversies and other Bad Gigs.
Salman soliloquizes on the service industry and shares personal stories and experiences around it.
Can a brief internet sensation eclipse years of dedicated artistic work? Join me, Salman Qureshi, as I unpack this provocative question by reflecting on the meteoric rise of Haley, an unexpected internet star, and its impact on seasoned artists. I delve into the allure of authenticity and the unpolished moments that captivate audiences, drawing parallels with Justin Bieber's calculated ascent and Steve Martin's distinctive comedic ...
Salman soliloquizes on the tipping culture, AI audio recordings, and customer satisfaction surveys
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