The Ajay Thakkar Podcast

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By: Ajay Thakkar

Stand up comic Ajay Thakkar discusses events regarding the world of tennis and other cultural events surrounding politics and comedy. The goal is to bring unfiltered comedy and conversations into the forefront of our culture and to do so in a way that values funny above all.

Ajay and Nathan Discuss Love Lies Bleeding and Ricky Stanicky
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Yesterday at 4:13 AM

Ajay and Nathan review Love Lies Bleeding, starring Kristen Stewart, Katy O'Brian, Ed Harris, Dave Franco, Jena Malone, Anna Baryshnikov. Directed by Rose Glass. As well as Ricky Stanicky starring Zac Efron, Jermaine Fowler, Andrew Santino, Lex Scott Davis, Anja Savcic, Jeff Ross, William H. Macy, and John Cena. Did they love it? Did they hate it? Why are there no timestamps below? Well, you'll just have to watch the video to hear their thoughts!


The Kendrick Lamar Drake J Cole Beef | Ajay Thakkar Podcast | Episode 305
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Last Tuesday at 2:07 PM

In this episode, I recap Andy Murray'3 set loss to Tomas Machac at the Miami Open and my predictions for Murray's year as he closes in on his career. In news outside of tennis, I discuss Candace Owens being fired by the Daily Wire after her comments on Israel upset Ben Shapiro as well as Kendrick Lamar firing shots at Drake and J Cole Like That. Enjoy!


Carlos Alcaraz Wins Indian Wells Masters a 2nd Time | Ajay Thakkar Podcast | Episode 304
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03/19/2024

In this episode, I recap Carlos Alcaraz's straight set win over Daniil Medvedev to capture his 2nd straight Indian Wells title and start off the 2024 ATP schedule with his eyes set on winning majors. In news outside of the tennis world, I discuss Bruno Mars reportedly owing MGM casino a whopping $50 million in gambling debt. I conclude by giving my thoughts on Justin Timberlake's new album Everything I Thought it Was. Enjoy!


Ajay Thakkar and Nathan Long Discuss Dune: Part Two | Ajay Thakkar Podcast
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03/12/2024

Ajay Thakkar and Nathan Long review Dune: Part Two, starring Timothée Chalamet, Zendaya, Rebecca Ferguson, Javier Bardem, Josh Brolin, Austin Butler, Florence Pugh, Dave Bautista, Christopher Walken, Léa Seydoux, Stellan Skarsgård, Charlotte Rampling. Directed by Denis Villeneuve. No Timestamps on this pod. My apologies, but I feel as if timestamps take away from parts of the actual conversation. I was chewing my gum incessantly because I drank Mountain Dew before we taped the pod and I didn't want Nathan to experience Camp Flog Gnaw halitosis.


Andrey Rublev Appeal Successful | Ajay Thakkar Podcast | Episode 303
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03/07/2024

In this episode, I review Andrey Rublev successfully getting an appeal after a default at the Dubai semifinal eliminated him from accepting prize money and ATP rankings. I also recap Simona Halep minimizing her roxadustat sentence from 4 years to 9 months. In news outside of tennis, I discuss Jay Shetty being outed by The Guardian as a sham monk and other questionable decisions he's made or done throughout his life. Enjoy!


Dune Part Two Review | Ajay Thakkar Podcast | Episode 302
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03/05/2024

In this episode, I recap the Carlos Alcaraz-Rafa Nadal match that occurred on Netflix as it took the world by storm! Just kidding. I do talk about just not the fact that it took the world by storm. I also touch on Andy Murray's comments on his future in tennis after his Dubai loss to Alex De Minaur. In news outside of tennis, I review Denis Villeneuve's new film Dune Part Two which ends one of the best sci-fi stories put to screen as well as my weekly pick which is Dan Soder's On The Road. Enjoy!


Shane Gillis Hosts A Solid SNL Episode | Ajay Thakkar Podcast | Episode 301
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02/27/2024

In this episode, I recap Sebastian Baez winning the Rio Open final against Mariano Navone. In news outside of tennis, I discuss Freddie Gibbs and Jpegmafia going at it and why the hate should be done through diss tracks as opposed to Twitter beef. I conclude by discussing Shane Gillis hosting a solid episode of SNL with one of the best monologues in years. Enjoy!


Carlos Alcaraz Suffers Ankle Injury | Ajay Thakkar Podcast | Episode 300
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02/22/2024

In this episode, I recap Carlos Alcaraz suffering a minor ankle injury at the Rio Open's Round of 32 match with Thiago Montero and what it will mean for him in the future. I also discuss Taylor Fritz liking and unliking a post on X that was deemed to be homophobic and his tweet in regards to the matter. I conclude by discussing the Daily Beast hit piece on Shane Gillis and my hopes for a great SNL episode with him as the host.


Madame Web Film Review | Ajay Thakkar Podcast | Episode 299
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02/20/2024

In this episode, I recap Jannik Sinner's straight set win over Alex De Minaur to win his first ATP Rotterdam title and continue an already amazing 2024 year for the Italian. I also discuss the exhibition match that will occur between Rafa Nadal and Carlos Alcaraz at Las Vegas on Netflix as well as my overall thoughts on Sony's new superhero film Madame Web. Where none of the cast seems that thrilled to promote the new movie. Enjoy!


Kanye Releases Vultures | Ajay Thakkar Podcast | Episode 298
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02/13/2024

In this episode, I recap Ugo Humbert's straight set win over Grigor Dimitrov and the steps Ugo took to take home the Open 13 Provence title. In news outside of tennis, I discuss everything in regards to the Super Bowl. From Usher's half time show, celebs appearing randomly in commercials as well as the game itself. I conclude by discussing Kanye's new album Vultures and why it's such a great album. Enjoy!