Honestly Saying Podcast
Hosted by Honestly Saying
A Canadian-Indian creator's long-form, informal interviews with YouTubers and artists about their craft and controversial social topics.
A raw, unfiltered conversation series where host Shan Prasher sits down with fellow Indian and diaspora creators. Episodes are less formal interviews and more peer-to-peer dissections of a guest's work, recent controversies, or shared cultural frustrations, often spanning two hours or more in a mix of Hindi and English.
“The show stands out for its blend of Hindi-English 'Hinglish' dialogue and its focus on the creator-class of India, treating YouTubers and artists as subjects for serious, lengthy analysis. Its tone is often critical and willing to engage in controversial topics like racism against Indians and problems within Bollywood.”
Who hosts this show
Hosted by Shan Prasher, 'Honestly Saying' is a Canadian-based video podcast featuring long, informal conversations with creators, primarily from the Indian YouTube scene. The discussions, a mix of Hindi and English, delve into the creative process, media criticism, and socio-cultural commentary. Prasher, who also runs a movie review channel, engages guests in peer-to-peer dissections of their work and opinions.
Credentials & credits
- Podcast Host
- YouTuber
Other ventures
- Shan Prasher (YouTube movie review channel)
What kind of podcast
- Country
- Canada
- Region
- north america
When new episodes drop
- 01Ambrish Verma Talks About Success, Failure & Money!Jun 27, 2026 · 1h 51m
- 02@Flickverseyt Mohit Talks About ALPHA, HAUNTED 3D & The Problem With Bollywood!Jun 20, 2026 · 2h 26m
- 03@SundaySarthak Talks About RACISM Aganist Indians & No Civic SenseJun 13, 2026 · 2h 09m
- 04@PJExplained Talks About RAMAYAN & The Problem With INDIAN MEN!Jun 6, 2026 · 2h 29m
- 05@ShwetabhGangwar1 Gets REAL About Feminism, Men's Issues & Indian Hate AbroadJan 4, 2025 · 2h 24m
- 06@KhooniMonday Talks About Black Magic And Real Indian Horror StoriesDec 18, 2024 · 1h 54m
- 07The MOST CONTROVERSIAL RAJVEER On A Podcast!Nov 30, 2024 · 1h 33m
- 08RAFTAAR & IKKA Go Unfiltered and Brutal!Nov 21, 2024 · 1h 37m
Notable episodes
- 01Ambrish Verma Talks About Success, Failure & Money!
A deep dive into the creative process and business strategy of transitioning a successful web series from YouTube to an OTT platform.
- 02@SundaySarthak Talks About RACISM Aganist Indians & No Civic Sense
Features a candid and controversial discussion on the perception of Indians abroad, civic responsibility, and cultural hypocrisy.
- 03RAFTAAR & IKKA Go Unfiltered and Brutal!
Notable for featuring two major mainstream artists from the Indian hip-hop scene in the show's typically unfiltered format.
What you'll be asked on this show
Shaan typically opens with a broad, direct question about a guest's recent work (e.g., a new film trailer) or a topical event. He doesn't follow a rigid question list, instead letting the conversation flow organically, often building layered, multi-part questions based on a guest's last statement. He actively shares his own takes and personal anecdotes, making the interview a collaborative dialogue rather than a one-way extraction of information. There's no signature closing; conversations often just wind down naturally after two or more hours.
The format is a simple one-on-one video call, often split-screen. Host Shan Prasher drives the conversation but participates as an equal, sharing his own opinions extensively. The tone is extremely informal, using slang and profanity, resembling a private chat more than a public broadcast.
Questions Honestly Saying keeps coming back to
9 cataloguedIf you're going on this show as a guest, expect some version of each of these. Each note explains when Honestly Saying reaches for it.
craft
3- Q.01
“How did you feel about [recent movie/trailer]?”
Used as a direct, opinion-based opener for guests in the film and media space.
- Q.02
“How do you approach the craft of [writing/creating]?”
This question is asked to understand a guest's fundamental creative process and philosophy.
- Q.03
“How do you create characters so different from your own personality?”
A specific craft question that explores the imaginative gap between a creator and their work.
controversy
2- Q.01
“What's your take on [current controversy]?”
A common entry point for episodes on social issues, inviting a strong, unfiltered opinion.
- Q.02
“What common behaviors did you notice among Indians you encountered abroad?”
Used to dig into controversial social observations about the Indian diaspora.
process
1- Q.01
“Do you rely on discipline or wait for inspiration?”
Probes into the guest's work ethic and the practical reality of their daily routine.
industry
1- Q.01
“How do you make your work stand out in such a crowded space?”
Explores the guest's strategy for originality and navigating a competitive market.
personal
1- Q.01
“What was your experience with [traveling abroad/living in a different culture]?”
An opener for discussions about diaspora life, cultural differences, and identity.
backstory
1- Q.01
“Why did you decide to move your project from [Platform A] to [Platform B]?”
Explores the business and strategic decisions behind a creator's career moves.
Signature segments
- · Animated intro sequence
- · Hindi-English 'Hinglish' conversation
- · Long-form format (often 2+ hours)
- · Split-screen video interviews
- · Focus on YouTubers and digital creators
Topics covered repeatedly
Who gets booked here
Guests are almost exclusively other creators, primarily YouTubers from India covering niches like film review (Flickverse, PJ Explained), social commentary (Sarthak Goswami, Shwetabh Gangwar), and horror (Khooni Monday), along with occasional mainstream artists like Raftaar & Ikka.
- Ambrish Vermaon Ambrish Verma Talks About Success, Failure & Money!
- Mohit Kumar (@Flickverseyt)on @Flickverseyt Mohit Talks About ALPHA, HAUNTED 3D & The Problem With Bollywood!
- Sarthak Goswami (@SundaySarthak)on @SundaySarthak Talks About RACISM Aganist Indians & No Civic Sense
- PJ (@PJExplained)on @PJExplained Talks About RAMAYAN & The Problem With INDIAN MEN!
- Shwetabh Gangwaron @ShwetabhGangwar1 Gets REAL About Feminism, Men's Issues & Indian Hate Abroad
Where to find this show
Audience & reach
The podcast appears to be monetized through standard YouTube ads and has featured integrated sponsorships from brands like the crypto exchange CoinSwitch. The audience is likely young, Indian or part of the diaspora, and highly engaged with digital culture and media.
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People also ask
- What is the host's real name?
- The host's name is Shan Prasher.
- What is the podcast's format?
- It's a long-form video podcast featuring one-on-one, informal conversations between the host and a guest, usually a fellow creator.
- Is the podcast still active?
- Yes, the podcast releases episodes, though sometimes on an occasional cadence.
- What language is the podcast in?
- The conversations are a mix of Hindi and English, often referred to as 'Hinglish'.
- Where can I listen to the podcast?
- It is available as a video podcast on the 'Honestly Saying Podcast' YouTube channel.
- Who are the typical guests?
- Guests are primarily YouTubers, filmmakers, artists, and commentators from the Indian digital media landscape.
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