

The Pakistan Experience
The Pakistan Experience
The Pakistan Experience is a podcast looking to tell stories about Pakistan, and Pakistanis, through the lost art of conversations.
https://www.youtube.com/c/ThePakistanExperience
Also available on Spotify, Google Podcasts and Apple Podcasts.
Hosted by Shehzad Ghias Shaikh
https://www.youtube.com/c/ThePakistanExperience
Also available on Spotify, Google Podcasts and Apple Podcasts.
Hosted by Shehzad Ghias Shaikh
Episodes
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Feb 19, 2026 • 55min
The future of Digital banking in Pakistan - Adnan Nasir - NBP SVP - #TPE
Mr. Adnan Nasir is a seasoned professional with over 2 decades of experience in the digital banking and telecom sector. He is SEVP, Group Chief, Digital Banking Group at National Bank of Pakistan.He has also served for Bank Alfalah Ltd, where he served as the Head of Digital Payments. Previously, he was Executive Director at Telenor Bank/Easy paisa, and before that, he held the position of Head of Product Development at Telenor Pakistan. He carries vast experience in driving digital transformation alongside an understanding of people, product, and process optimization for digitalization.The Pakistan Experience is an independently produced podcast looking to tell stories about Pakistan through conversations. Please consider supporting us on Patreon:https://www.patreon.com/thepakistanexperienceTo support the channel:Jazzcash/Easypaisa - 0325 -2982912Patreon.com/thepakistanexperienceAnd Please stay in touch:https://twitter.com/ThePakistanExp1https://www.facebook.com/thepakistanexperiencehttps://instagram.com/thepakistanexpeperienceThe podcast is hosted by comedian and writer, Shehzad Ghias Shaikh. Shehzad is a Fulbright scholar with a Masters in Theatre from Brooklyn College. He is also one of the foremost Stand-up comedians in Pakistan and frequently writes for numerous publications. Instagram.com/shehzadghiasshaikhFacebook.com/Shehzadghias/Twitter.com/shehzad89Join this channel to get access to perks:https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC44l9XMwecN5nSgIF2Dvivg/joinChapters:0:00 The Future of Digital Banking3:26 Whatsapp Banking8:00 QR codes and Cashless21:30 Banks and Financial Apps28:00 Gen-Zs 31:50 Digital Services35:00 Branchless Banking and the Unbanked44:00 Paypak50:00 The future of banking

Feb 18, 2026 • 43min
Epstein Files Exposed
Epstein Files Exposed

Feb 13, 2026 • 21min
Imran Khan to be released on medical grounds?
Imran Khan to be released on medical grounds?

Feb 11, 2026 • 18min
The Lost Princely State of Khairpur - Sindh ka Shehzad - Faiz Mahal, Kot Diji and Khairpur #TPE
The Lost Princely State of Khairpur - Sindh ka Shehzad - Faiz Mahal, Kot Diji and Khairpur #TPE

Feb 2, 2026 • 18min
Tirah Valley, Karachi and Balochistan Security Sitaution - Lawaris Kaun? - Umerkot, Badin and PPP
The Pakistan Experience is an independently produced podcast looking to tell stories about Pakistan through conversations. Please consider supporting us on Patreon:https://www.patreon.com/thepakistanexperienceTo support the channel:Jazzcash/Easypaisa - 0325 -2982912Patreon.com/thepakistanexperienceAnd Please stay in touch:https://twitter.com/ThePakistanExp1https://www.facebook.com/thepakistanexperiencehttps://instagram.com/thepakistanexpeperienceThe podcast is hosted by comedian and writer, Shehzad Ghias Shaikh. Shehzad is a Fulbright scholar with a Masters in Theatre from Brooklyn College. He is also one of the foremost Stand-up comedians in Pakistan and frequently writes for numerous publications. Instagram.com/shehzadghiasshaikhFacebook.com/Shehzadghias/Twitter.com/shehzad89Join this channel to get access to perks:https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC44l9XMwecN5nSgIF2Dvivg/join

Feb 2, 2026 • 24min
17 years for a tweet? Why Iman Mazari and Hadi Ali Chatha were arrested:
17 years for a tweet?Why Iman Mazari and Hadi Ali Chatha were arrested:

Jan 31, 2026 • 54min
This Month in Pakistan - Uzair Younus and Shehzad Ghias Are US and Iran going to war?
This Month in Pakistan - Uzair Younus and Shehzad Ghias Are US and Iran going to war?

Jan 27, 2026 • 11min
Karachi's best Nihari with Marvi Mazhar - Food Experience Episode 1
Karachi's best Nihari with Marvi Mazhar - Food Experience Episode 1

Jan 15, 2026 • 1h 33min
Faiz Ahmed Faiz, Mastering Communication, and Mens Mental Health - Adeel Hashmi - #TPE 497
Adeel Hashmi is a multi-talented personality who has made significant contributions to the arts and culture scene in Pakistan. He holds a Masters in Filmmaking from San Francisco, USA, and began his career in the late 1990s as a writer and actor on television. He has since ventured into stage performances and communications training and is renowned for his eloquence. Adeel is regularly invited to perform poetry recitations worldwide and is a sought-after speaker on various topics at conferences and events. He is also the founder of the Faiz Festival, an annual literary event held in Lahore since 2015. In addition to his diverse talents, Adeel is a classically trained pianist, holding a grade 3 certificate from the Trinity College London. He imparts piano lessons to young children. His contributions extend beyond the realm of arts and culture. Adeel served as the Chairman of the Punjab Film Censor Board, Government of Punjab. Moreover, he is a member of the Artist Welfare Fund Committee, chaired by the President of Pakistan. This committee provides financial assistance to impoverished artists. Chapters:0:00 Introduction2:00 Faiz Ghar6:00 Memories of Faiz Ahmed Faiz and living with Faiz's legacy8:38 Comedy, Bhand, Mirasi and respect for the performing arts15:53 NCA, Performing Arts Societies, Faisal Qureshi, Jawad Bashir24:50 Chaudhry Faiz and the Urdu-Punjabi binary 33:42 Literary Festivals, Virality and Camps49:00 Men's Mental Health and boys being abused58:00 Mastering Communication and meeting Zia Mohyeddin 1:10:00 Art giving you a voice and writing 1:19:00 Facing criticism online1:23:00 Ufone Ads1:24:50 Audience QuestionsThe Pakistan Experience is an independently produced podcast looking to tell stories about Pakistan through conversations. Please consider supporting us on Patreon:https://www.patreon.com/thepakistanexperienceTo support the channel:Jazzcash/Easypaisa - 0325 -2982912Patreon.com/thepakistanexperienceAnd Please stay in touch:https://twitter.com/ThePakistanExp1https://www.facebook.com/thepakistanexperiencehttps://instagram.com/thepakistanexpeperienceThe podcast is hosted by comedian and writer, Shehzad Ghias Shaikh. Shehzad is a Fulbright scholar with a Masters in Theatre from Brooklyn College. He is also one of the foremost Stand-up comedians in Pakistan and frequently writes for numerous publications. Instagram.com/shehzadghiasshaikhFacebook.com/Shehzadghias/Twitter.com/shehzad89Join this channel to get access to perks:https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC44l9XMwecN5nSgIF2Dvivg/join

Jan 11, 2026 • 49min
Why was there no land reform in SIndh? Was Sindh promised to all Muhajirs - Shehzad Ghias #TPE
Explore the tangled history of land reform in Sindh and the enduring influence of colonial elites. Discover the cultural resistance movements, like the Hur uprising, that shaped Sindhi identity. Delve into the complexities of refugee resettlement and its impact on local economies and land ownership. Shehzad Ghias critically examines the narratives surrounding the promises made to migrants and the ongoing corruption linked to elite formation. Join a call for informed and rational discussions on these pressing issues.


