Gatekeepers, Web 3, & Comedy: Mona Shaikh Innovating in Web 3
MOna Shaikh-COMEDIAN, FOUNDER OF MINORITY REPORTZ & WEB3ISAJOKE
Show Notes:
Welcome to Episode 9 of "The Slow Dive," where your host, Farida Rafique, dives deep with stand-up comedian and producer Mona Shaikh.
In this compelling conversation, Mona opens up about her journey toward authenticity and fearlessness, sharing insightful perspectives on turning adversity into empowerment and navigating the complex world of comedy and entertainment. They discuss the profound impact of trauma, the role of gatekeepers, and the potential of new technologies like Web 3 and blockchain to revolutionize the industry. With a focus on resilience, the challenges faced by South Asian women, and the pursuit of genuine human connections, this episode is a candid exploration of overcoming barriers, redefining success, and embracing the power of storytelling.
Join us as we explore Mona's inspiring story and thoughtful reflections on the future of content creation and the importance of living authentically.
In addition to our upcoming Host and Interview episodes, we are booking guests for “The Community Round Table Series.
All are encouraged to apply via our website. More information here: https://www.theslowdivepodcast.com
Music Credit: Artist: Sero Song Title: DIVE
Takeaways:
Mona Shaikh's Career Path
Resilience and turning adversity into empowerment
Challenges as South Asian Women in the Industry
Need for systemic change and industry unionization
Challenges for Independent Producers
Unfair Payment Practices on Platforms
Web 3 and Blockchain Technology
Learning from people's stories
Living Authentically and Genuine Connections
Web 3 comedy events and "crypto roast."
ABOUT MONA SHAIKH
Mona Shaikh is a stand-up comedian, host and producer of Minority Reportz. She was most recently featured on The Hollywood Reporter, CNN, MSNBC and opens for Jay Leno. She also emcee’d the Women’s March in SF in Jan 2019 and made history by being the first South Asian/Middle Eastern Female Comedian to perform in front of over 60,000 people! She’s been featured in Forbes, LA Times, Newsweek, The Guardian, LA Weekly, New York Post, Huffington Post, Washington Post and BBC. She can also be seen regularly on The Young Turks, The Stephanie Miller Show & John Fugelsang show on SiriusXM and Mo’Kelly Show on IHeartRadio. Mona has also headlined in Dubai, Portugal as well as London. In addition to being seen all around Los Angeles at major comedy clubs as The Comedy Store, The Stand Up Comedy Club, Flappers Comedy Club, The Laugh Factory, Ice House Pasadena, Hollywood Improv and many more, she hosted the Hollywood Improv for Comedy Juice night with Dane Cook. She became the first Pakistani female Comedian to be selected for the Laugh’s Factory Funniest Person in the World Competition and made history by becoming the first Pakistani female Comedian to headline Hollywood Improv.
