Welcome to Paul Chowdhry’s brand new podcast, Paul Chowdhry: Don’t Ask Me That! Comedian Paul Chowdhry invites you to his brand new podcast - the show where no topic is completely off limits. Because if you know Paul, you know he doesn’t hold back. Each episode sees Paul in conversation with guests from comedy, music, broadcasting and beyond, as chats veer from the light to the dark, the funny to the unexpected. Follow Paul’s socials for more updates: @paulchowdhry Producer - Paul Chowdhry
Robert White joins Paul Chowdhry for a brilliantly unpredictable episode of Don’t Ask Me That . Robert opens up about prison, autism and Asperger’s, his life-changing appearance on Britain’s Got Talent , and the reality of building a career in stand-up comedy. He also discusses writing his book, his remarkable musical ability and what it’s really like having a mind that never seems to slow down. Funny, honest and completely original — this is Robert White as you’ve never heard him before.
Paul goes live on Instagram from Spotify Studios and hands the questions over to his fans—and they do not hold back. What’s his body count? What’s the most dangerous or illegal thing he’s ever done? Paul also gets into racism towards Asians online, awkward celebrity encounters, marriage. No guest. No prepared questions. Just Paul live with the fans, answering the things people normally know better than to ask.
Zar The Star joins Paul Chowdhry for a chaotic conversation about prank calls, scammers, internet fame and her natural ability to talk absolute nonsense with complete confidence. She also opens up about moving countries as an asylum seeker, adapting to a new culture and how those experiences shaped her personality and comedy. From winding up strangers on the phone to going too far both online and in real life, Zar proves that nobody is safe once she starts talking.
Hal Cruttenden joins Paul Chowdhry for a hilarious and honest conversation about divorce, dating, comedy, family, insecurity and the emotional chaos of middle-aged men trying to behave normally. Sharp, revealing and very funny — this is Don’t Ask Me That at its most honest.
Paul gets ghosted by an actress from EastEnders and turns the failed podcast booking into a stand-up/video diary, from a London club to Silverstone. Raw, improvised, funny and behind the scenes.
Shappi Khorsandi fled Iran as a child, became one of Britain’s best-known comedians, earned an honorary doctorate, and later became a therapist. Paul Chowdhry sits down with her for a funny, emotional and brutally honest conversation about escape, reinvention, comedy, trauma and healing.
She risked everything. In this episode of Paul Chowdhry: Don’t Ask Me That! , Paul sits down with Valeria Vulpe for a candid conversation about leaving Moldova, starting again in Britain, identity, sacrifice, survival and the choices that can change your life forever. Valeria opens up about the reality behind her journey — and the questions most people are too scared to ask.
Dr Parvinder Shergill joins Paul Chowdhry for a fearless, funny and unfiltered conversation on Don’t Ask Me That . Actress, filmmaker and NHS psychiatrist, Parvinder brings a rare mix of comedy, insight and real-world experience as she and Paul get into identity, mental health, acting, family pressure, and the uncomfortable questions people usually avoid.
In this episode of Don’t Ask Me That! , Paul Chowdhry sits down with Harjap Singh Bhangal, known as the Immigration Guru, for a powerful discussion on the Henry Novak murder case and the way it was reported in the media. The conversation looks at why the word “Sikh” became part of the headline, how communities can be framed by the news, and the wider impact this has on British Sikhs, immigration, identity and public perception in the UK. A serious, honest and thought-provoking conversation about crime, media language and what happens when one headline affects an entire community.
Paul Chowdhry takes Don't Ask Me That! out of the studio and into the heart of the Unite The Kingdom Rally . Recorded live in front of a passionate crowd in London, Paul dives into the biggest conversations shaping Britain today—identity, culture, politics, free speech, immigration, media narratives, and everything in between.
This episode sees Paul joined by Derek Chisora. A wild chat that goes into his most recent fight with Deontay Wilder, life in and out of the ring, and why he’d quite like Paul to be his father.
This episode sees Paul joined by Judi Love. She fires back at some of Paul’s hardest questions, looks back on how she’s blown up on TV, and talks about preparing for some of the biggest gigs of her career.
This episode sees Paul joined by Fatiha El-Ghorri. She reflects on growing up in the East End of London, shares what life was like before stand-up, and talks about taking her new tour on the road.
This episode sees Paul joined by Shane Todd. He talks about his rise in stand-up, hosting one of the biggest podcasts in Northern Ireland and touring with Kevin Hart.
This episode sees Paul joined by Charlie Higson. He looks back on his iconic work on The Fast Show, shares the story of how he once came out of Stephen Fry’s closet, and reflects on the backlash that he received for turning Bond woke.
This episode sees Paul joined by comedian Tez Ilyas. He talks about everything from divorce and his rise in comedy, to why anything offensive he says is apparently the fault of AI.
This episode sees Paul joined by comedian Red Richardson. He talks about everything from his meteoric rise in stand up to his love of boxing, as well as why he thinks Prince Harry and social media stars need to just shut up.
This episode sees Paul joined by comedian and author, Dom Joly. They talk about everything from Dom going to school with Osama Bin Laden, to his arranged marriage, as well as how he became one of Britain’s most recognisable public nuisances.
This episode sees Paul joined by world renown actor Navin Chowdhry, his cousin, for a conversation that’s funny, honest and packed with the kind of stories only family can tell. They also talk about how Navin broke through, the twists and turns of his career, and what it was like becoming one of Britain’s most recognisable villains.
Welcome to Paul’s brand new podcast, Paul Chowdhry: Don’t Ask Me That! This episode sees Paul joined by comedian and actor, Michelle de Swarte for a conversation that’s funny, unpredictable and completely unfiltered. From the absurd to the personal, Paul and Michelle cover life, comedy, relationships and everything in between.
