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00:00
Host Welcome and Show Opening
00:32
Guest Introduction and Background
01:05
First Attempts at Standup in College
01:37
College Open Mic Experience and Audience Reaction
02:08
Early Jokes and Cultural Themes
03:12
Writing vs Performing: The Shift to Comedy
04:13
Fear of Rejection and Audience Feedback
05:17
Acceptance of the Comedian Identity
06:23
Ongoing Struggle with Self-Perception and Audience Approval
07:56
Questioning Self‑Perception in Public
08:28
Fear of Being Judged as Pious or Immoral
09:01
The Role of Amoral Comedy in Audience Connection
09:33
Reusing Sets and Early Stage Guilt
10:03
Multiple Bombings and Being Yanked Off Stage
11:37
College to LA Transition and First Stand‑Up Attempts
12:08
Moving to New York for Comedy Development
13:09
Confrontation and Conflict Management in Marriage
14:10
Couples Therapy and Communication Strategies
15:14
Using Empathy to Approach Requests
15:46
The Challenge of Asking for Personal Needs
16:16
Fear of Rejection and Its Impact on Self-Worth
16:48
Miscommunication as a Root Cause of Conflict
17:19
Balancing Scorekeeping and Genuine Needs
17:50
The Role of Wife’s Advice in Negotiation
18:21
Challenges of Expressing Needs to Male Partners
19:52
Therapy’s Limited Effect on Personal Assertion
20:24
Journaling and Gratitude as Self-Improvement Tools
21:27
Preparing for Public Speaking Through Written Practice
22:30
Stand-Up Practice for Emotional Fluidity
23:01
Therapy and Relationship Reflections
24:05
Anxiety Recognition and Family History
25:07
Self-Identity as a Giver in Relationships
26:09
Setting Boundaries with a Rising Star
27:11
Balancing Personal Ambition and Support for a Friend
28:44
Health Industry Critique on NMN Reclassification
29:15
Personal Health Goals and Aging Concerns
29:46
Introduction of NMN Supplement and Benefits
30:47
Bathroom Upgrade Product Features
31:17
Gift Promotion and Call to Action
32:19
Sleep Quality Discussion with Family
33:20
Medication Trial for Sleep Issues
34:22
Phone Usage and Sleep Disruption
35:56
Digital Addiction Management Strategies
36:58
Regret Over Discussing Family on Stage
37:31
Mixed Feelings About Parenting Critique
38:01
Coping Through Energy and Positivity at School
38:33
Vulnerability in Comedy and Wife’s Influence
39:04
Grandfather’s Migration Story and Family Structure
40:05
Father’s Political Ambitions and Alcoholism
40:35
Arranged Marriage Conflict and Cultural Expectations
41:07
Father’s Identity Crisis in America
41:57
Reframing the Family Narrative for Empathy
42:07
Therapeutic Skepticism and Modern Expectations
43:10
Eastern vs. Western Philosophical Perspectives
44:14
Empathy and Western vs Eastern Philosophies
44:45
Marriage Perspectives in Hinduism and Sikhism
45:16
Religion vs Culture: Cast System and Gender Issues
46:07
Comedy Performance and Family Acceptance
47:00
Balancing Humor with Personal Storytelling
49:55
Deodorant Product Features and Personal Endorsement
50:26
Discount Code and Call to Action for Deodorant Pack
50:56
Digital Frame Overview and Personal Usage Examples
51:27
Promoting Healthy Gift Ideas for the Holidays
52:00
Personal Sugar Consumption and Cheat Days
52:31
Balancing Sugar Intake with Daily Routines
53:03
Overcoming Mental Limits in Running
54:07
Mindfulness and Eastern Philosophy in Physical Performance
55:08
The Moment of Completion and Post-Run Recovery
56:09
Nutrition Coaching and Meal Planning for Travel
57:12
Family Dynamics Around Food Choices
58:15
Managing Spousal Food Preferences and Accountability
58:46
Using a Cookie Jar as a Phone Management Tool
59:18
Considering a Flip Phone to Reduce Screen Time
59:51
Weekly Phone Usage Tracking and Self‑Monitoring
1:00:44
Physical Tension from Excessive Scrolling
1:00:55
Closing Thoughts on Digital Habits
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