East Meets Jest: Comedy in Hong Kong w/ Mohammed Magdi | Mythic Picnic Podcast Ep. 010

Alessio sits down with Egyptian comedian Mohammed Magdi on a park bench in the heart of Hong Kong. The two reminisce about their days in Shanghai making the hit YouTube series Mamahuhu, sharing stories and laughter from their sketch comedy roots. Mohammed opens up about his journey to Hong Kong, navigating the bustling comedy scene as both a performer and show promoter, and the unique challenges of making people laugh in a city full of contrasts. They talk about their love for movies, reflect on life’s twists, and share candid thoughts on what the future might hold. ► Follow Alessio | https://www.instagram.com/avezzano ► Follow Mohammed | https://www.instagram.com/theothermohammed ► Ho Ho Hong Kong Podcast | https://open.spotify.com/show/6uzGGTIPJWW5Jm3jY3kcGQ Mythic Picnic is a filmmaker's podcast that charts the journey from YouTube sketch comedy roots to filmmaking ambitions, featuring candid chats with industry professionals and friends alike. Perfect for fans of behind-the-scenes stories, indie filmmaking, and creative growth. Follow us across platforms for updates and exclusive behind-the-scenes content. ► Instagram: ⁠  / mythic_picnic  ⁠ ► TikTok: ⁠  / mythic.picnic  ⁠ ► Facebook: ⁠  / mythicpicnic  ⁠ ► X (Twitter): ⁠  / themythicpicnic Check Our Merch Store: ⁠https://mythicpicnic-shop.fourthwall.com⁠ Visit Our Website: ⁠https://mythicpicnic.com #standupcomedy #hongkong #indiefilm