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Talha Ahad Podcast
Hosted by Talha Ahad · UR
Welcome to Talha Ahad Podcast. It was journalism that brought me back to Islamabad from London in 2016. Over the last 6 years I have been privileged enough to meet with lots of interesting people from former PM Imran Khan, to Guantanamo Bay prisoners, to industry leaders, politicians, creatives and all kinds of people in between. The stories they shared off-screen were far more fascinating than the ones they told on screen.
I am Talha Ahad, an entrepreneur, journalist and documentary filmmaker. I am going on a journey to explore who people really are beyond the face they show to the world.
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Benazir Bhutto, Kashmir & Pakistan Politics Explained| Rehman Chisti | Episode 197
4d ago01:05:37Tap to summarizeFrom a student writing hundreds of letters to British MPs to standing inside the UK Parliament himself, this Pakistani-born British MP shares a remarkable journey on the Talha Ahad Podcast, one shaped by ambition, identity, and destiny. He recalls meeting Benazir Bhutto at just 19, growing up Pakistani in Britain, and navigating power from both sides of the world. The conversation also explores deeper questions: why India commands the global narrative, why Kashmir remains underdiscussed internationally, and how Pakistan’s political landscape might look if Benazir Bhutto were alive today.
Transcribe →Did Pakistan Miscalculate the Taliban? | Tam Hussein | Episode 196
5d ago01:15:57Tap to summarizeWhat is really happening behind the Pakistan–Afghanistan conflict? In this episode, Tam Hussein, an award-winning investigative journalist, takes us deep into the hidden world of tribal politics, foreign fighters, and power plays shaping the war. From the rise of militant groups like Al-Qaeda and ISIS to the real strategies of regional powers, we uncover the alliances, betrayals, and ambitions that never make the headlines. Watch as we trace the paths of survival, influence, and power in a conflict that’s reshaping South Asia.
Transcribe →How Exposure to the UK Changes Your Identity as a Pakistani? | Roundtable | Ep21
Feb 1701:21:58Tap to summarizeIn this special UK Roundtable, Pakistani voices living in the UK unpack identity, belief, and the impact of stepping outside everything you were taught. From religious tolerance and colonial legacies to curriculum, culture shock, and life between Pakistan and London, this episode explores how exposure reshapes who we are.Featuring:• Talha Umer Rajput – President, Pakistan Society CULC• Momina Ashraf – Communications Practitioner• Shahzina Malik – Research Consultant• Haris Mahmood – Design Researcher & Content CreatorSearch ‘Talha Ahad Podcast' on YouTube, Spotify, or wherever you like to listen to your podcasts.#talhaahad #talhaahadpodcast #talhaahadroundtable
Transcribe →Pakistani Chef Cooking for Hollywood Stars & Netflix | Talha Ahad Podcast | Saliha Khan Sadozai | Ep194
Feb 1000:58:34Tap to summarizeFrom cooking for Netflix, Soho House, and private international icons to reimagining how Pakistani flavors are experienced abroad, Saliha Khan Sadozai isn’t just serving meals; she’s reshaping narratives.In this conversation, Saliha shares how food became her medium for storytelling, representation, and advocacy. She fights for the people of Kashmir through food, using ingredients, memory, and culinary craft to keep their story present at global tables.Search ‘Talha Ahad Podcast' on YouTube, Spotify, or wherever you like to listen to your podcasts.#talhaahad #talhaahadpodcast #salihakhansadozai
Transcribe →How Is Gen Z Changing Food Trends And Brand Strategy In Pakistan? | Badar Yousuf | Talha Ahad Podcast | Ep193
Feb 1000:46:22Tap to summarizeIn this episode, Badar Yousuf, Chief Financial Officer at National Foods Limited, shares how Pakistani food brands compete on international shelves and what it takes to stand out among global players. He talks about why today’s competition is brand versus brand, and how a clear identity, innovation, and strong taste help brands win.The conversation also looks at how Gen Z is changing food habits in Pakistan, why convenience and variety matter more than ever, and how AI, when used carefully in backend processes, can support smarter growth. At its core, this episode is about building global food brands from Pakistan with the right mindset, strategy, and decisions.Search ‘Talha Ahad Podcast' on YouTube, Spotify, or wherever you like to listen to your podcasts.#talhaahad #talhaahadpodcast #nationalfoods
Transcribe →Why Do People Find God After Losing Everything? | Roundtable | Episode 20
Feb 1001:47:11Tap to summarizeIn this raw, unfiltered episode, Talha sits down with Fahad Malik, Zeeshan Shafqat Malik, and Sheikh Sajawal for a conversation that goes where most podcasts won’t: friendship under pressure, hard work that goes unnoticed, faith in moments of doubt, and the loneliness behind ambition. They debate Gen-Z, social media illusions, ego, integrity, money, growth, and why values matter more when no one is watching.From business and burnout to God, kindness, and real relationships, nothing is rehearsed, and nothing is polished. If you’ve ever felt stuck, misunderstood, or tired of pretending, this episode is for you.Search ‘Talha Ahad Podcast' on YouTube, Spotify, or wherever you like to listen to your podcasts.#talhaahad #talhaahadpodcast #talhaahadroundtable
Transcribe →What Brands Really Want From Content Creators (Inside Secrets) | Farzana Baduel | Talha Ahad Podcast | Ep192
Feb 300:48:30Tap to summarizeWhen the system isn’t built for you, what does it really take to break in and stay there?In this episode, we sit down with Farzana Baduel, one of the UK’s most respected PR experts, to examine how influence is built when access is never handed to you.Growing up British Pakistani in a hostile Britain and founding a PR firm without elite networks, Farzana reflects on power, exclusion, and the unspoken rules that shape who gets heard.The conversation also cuts through racism, women in PR, and the hollow performance of “thought leadership".Search ‘Talha Ahad Podcast' on YouTube, Spotify, or wherever you like to listen to your podcasts.#talhaahad #talhaahadpodcast #farzanabaduel
Transcribe →A Conversation with Imran Khan’s Closest Friend | Sahibzada Amir Jahangir | Talha Ahad Podcast | Ep 191
Feb 101:22:14Tap to summarizeIn this conversation, Sahibzada Amir Jahangir, a former advisor and decades-long confidant, reflects on a side of Imran Khan that few have truly seen. From private moments in the UK to decisions made under immense power and pressure, the episode reveals how faith, humility, and an uncompromising moral line shaped him long before politics, and why those same traits became inconvenient once he entered power.It revisits the rise of PTI, the role of the establishment, and the internal resistance that quietly stalled change in Pakistan.Search ‘Talha Ahad Podcast' on YouTube, Spotify, or wherever you like to listen to your podcasts.#talhaahad #talhaahadpodcast #sahibzadaamirjahangir
Transcribe →Is This the Only Guide You Need to Build a Successful Business This Year? | Roundtable | Ep19
Jan 2100:57:46Tap to summarizeAre you ready to build a business that actually lasts?In this roundtable episode, leaders from Wafi Energy Pakistan Ltd ( Shell License) share grounded insights on what it truly takes to turn ideas into real impact. From founder mindset to execution, discipline, and long-term thinking, the conversation goes beyond surface-level entrepreneurship talk.This isn’t hype or motivation. It’s a clear, honest look at how young businesses grow, the skills that separate builders from dreamers, and why guidance and the right connections matter just as much as ambition.Search ‘Talha Ahad Podcast' on YouTube, Spotify, or wherever you like to listen to your podcasts.#talhaahad #talhaahadpodcast #talhaahadroundtable #shell
Transcribe →Pakistan Ready for New Electric Vehicle (NEV) Revolution? | Danish Khaliq | Talha Ahad Podcast | Ep190
Jan 2100:40:55Tap to summarizeIn this episode, Danish Khaliq, Vice President Sales and Strategy at BYD Pakistan, takes us behind the scenes of bringing new electric vehicles (NEVs) to Pakistan. From floods, delays, and tough roads to winning the trust of drivers, he shares the real challenges and surprising successes of introducing something new to the streets.If you’ve ever wondered what it really takes to change how Pakistan drives, this conversation is a must-watch.Search ‘Talha Ahad Podcast' on YouTube, Spotify, or wherever you like to listen to your podcasts.#talhaahad #talhaahadpodcast #byd #bydpakistan
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