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Zahra Noorbakhsh

Broaden your understanding of the American Muslim female experience with Zahra Noorbakhsh, an Iranian-American Comedian, Writer, Actor, and co-host of the #GoodMuslimBadMuslim podcast.

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Zahra Noorbakhsh, Comedian | Podcast Host & Writer

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  • Iranian-American comedian and writer
  • Co-host of #GoodMuslimBadMuslim podcast
  • Creator of All Atheists Are Muslim show
Zahra Noorbakhsh is a feminist Muslim, Iranian-American comedian and co-host of the award-winning podcast, #GoodMuslimBadMuslim. The podcast was listed as a “must listen” by Oprah Magazine, and Zahra was invited to the Obama White House to record an episode. She is a Senior Fellow on comedy for social change with the Pop Culture Collaborative. In addition to her two sold-out performances of her stand-up comedy special “On Behalf of All Muslims” at the Golden Thread Theatre in San Francisco, her solo performance of “All Atheists are Muslim: A Romantic Comedy” was originally directed by CNN’s W. Kamau Bell. Reza Aslan says, "always insightful, always subversive... Zahra's comedic romps disrupt an outdated narrative." Her writing is featured in the New York Times and on NPR's Fresh Air with Terry Gross.

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Creating Comedy For Social Impact
After numerous national stand-up tours, Zahra understands the balance in the relationship between audiences and performers. She will show you how comedy allows your colleagues and customers to explore new cultures with greater empathy. With insights that apply to both online and in person challenges, your audience will emerge from this session with powerful new tools.
Curating A Quality Zoom Experience
Let’s face it – while most of us hate public speaking, we hate live conference calls even more. With this fun and practical guide to best practices, you’ll learn life hacks for better communication and greater representation of ideas.
On Behalf Of All Muslims
In this in-person, 50-minute performance, Zahra Noorbakhsh flies in from Planet Islam, home of the Muslim world, all 1.8 billion of them, to speak on behalf of her people. In her signature inquisitive and unapologetic style, Zahra dives into her colonized mind and her evolving sexuality. She explores her relationships with her superior immigrant parents, her mediocre white husband, and her unhealthy obsessions with TED talks. This Feminist Muslim Queer Iranian American comedian explores intersectionality with honesty and laughter.

Why we recommend booking Zahra

Zahra Noorbakhsh brings her insights from comedy to allow your colleagues and customers to explore new cultures with greater empathy. With insights that apply to online and in person challenges, Zahra provides powerful new tools to help.

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Trusted by Pop Culture Collaborative, Golden Thread Theatre, CNN

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What is Zahra Noorbakhsh's stage presence like?
Zahra Noorbakhsh delivers insightful and subversive comedy, captivating audiences with her unique perspective as a Feminist Muslim. Her performances challenge narratives while inspiring laughter and reflection.
What topics does Zahra Noorbakhsh specialise in?
Email zahra.noorbakhsh@getapeptalk.com or call PepTalk on +44 20 3835 2929 (UK) or +1 737 888 5112 (US), and one of our speaker agents will contact you within hours to confirm availability and fees. If you can, please include your budget upfront – it helps us fast-track your request. It’s also helpful to know the date, format (virtual or in-person), location, and a bit about your audience. As speaker agents, PepTalk can secure Zahra Noorbakhsh for commercial and corporate events, conference keynotes, leadership talks, celebrity brand endorsements & partnerships, personal appearances, and motivational speaking engagements. We can assist with enquiries about Zahra Noorbakhsh's speaking fees, availability, and booking process for private business functions, industry conferences, and team events. Please note, for media interviews, autographs, charity appearances, or personal matters, we recommend contacting Zahra Noorbakhsh directly.
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