Paris Chong sits with Hussain Manawer, a poet and public speaker, on his birthday. They discuss Hussain's life, his career, and his two Sunday Times bestseller books, "Life is Sad and Beautiful" and "I Wanted to Quit Too." The conversation delves into personal topics such as the loss of Hussain's mother, his struggles with letting love in, and his close relationship with his father. They also touch upon his creative process, his diverse audience, and some of his most memorable performances, including Glastonbury and Abbey Road Studios.
Paris and Hussain reflect on their friendship and how they initially met, highlighting their appreciation for each other. They share stories about mutual friends and experiences, like their encounter at Curry Kingdom and attending an event at the English Consulate General's home. Hussain expresses his gratitude for the support he receives from his family and friends, including Paris, and discusses the emotional connection he forms with his audience through his poetry. He also shares insights into his writing process and the inspiration behind his work.
The conversation explores themes of grief, healing, and the creative journey. Hussain talks about the impact his mother's passing had on his life and career, and how it influenced his writing. They discuss the challenges of balancing personal emotions with professional aspirations and the importance of staying true to oneself. Paris shares her own experiences in radio and her passion for interviewing artists, expressing her desire to grow her podcast and create a platform for genuine conversations with creative individuals. The episode concludes with Hussain sharing a heartfelt poem and discussing his plans for his upcoming book.
Episode Timestamps
(00:00:00) Intro
(00:00:40) Hussain Manawer
(00:02:17) 2 Best Sellers
(00:04:07) Hussain's Mom
(00:08:55) Life Now
(00:15:10) Healing Journey
(00:19:23) Performing Poetry
(00:22:33) A Couple of Poems
(00:26:36) Writing Inspiration
(00:30:26) A Question from Hussain
(00:33:46) Working A Lot
(00:37:28) Gratitude
(00:40:57) Outro
Links to Hussain Manawer
- Hussain Manawer's Website - Link
- Hussain's Instagram - Link
- Hussain's Twitter - Link
- Hussain's Youtube - Link
- Hussain's Tiktok - Link
- Hussain's IMdB - Link
🎵 Music by Andrew Raiher
📸 Shot & Edited at Visible Audio Studios
