travel and tech
It’s been a few years since I purchased a proper tripod, and my new “studio” is a much smaller space than I’m used to working in. I desperately needed the versatility of a mini (tabletop) tripod, but every product available seemed too flimsy and unstable for heavy cameras. Luckily, I came across the OCTOPAD by Octopus Camera. It’s a rugged,…
Leave a CommentI wanted to get a splash-proof 3-axis gimbal stabilizer for my heavy smartphones, so I could use it in the rain. I bought a FeiyuTech SPG2, which seemed to be perfect for my needs. It also promised to provide better stability than my GoPro. I chose it over the FeiyuTech G6 Plus, which seemed a bit too big and expensive.…
Leave a CommentMy last video was much more popular than expected, but there were some very valid complaints about the shaky video. So I decided to finally bite the bullet and buy my first ever 3-axis gimbal. Gimbals are basically selfie-sticks with some motors on the end that make sure your camera and/or smartphone will only move smoothly by correcting for shakes…
Leave a CommentI’ve been pretty silent on the whole issue of #BlackLivesMatter for a while, because I was trying to put my thoughts together in a way that accurately expressed how I feel about what’s happening across the world and the racially charged arguments being had all over social media at the moment. I decided I might as well put it in…
Leave a CommentI’ve been buying gadgets since the day I got my first paycheck. Which means I’ve got tonnes of old phones, VCRs, cameras etc. sitting in my cupboards. Not too long ago I bought myself a GoPro rugged action camera, and thought it might be interesting to compare my new gadget to one of its ancient ancestors. (Ancient being a relative…
Leave a CommentMental health matters. Right now we’re all experiencing a particularly stressful time, facing an unprecedented and uncertain situation. The global Covid-19 pandemic, and living under lockdown, has seriously disrupted everyone’s lives all over the world. Two of the best ways of coping with the stress are Meditation and Deep Sleep. Like many of you, I struggle with insomnia at the…
Leave a CommentJust two years after I started my little homemade podcast, we’ve finally hit ONE MILLION downloads !!!! A huge THANK YOU to everyone who has helped me to reach this amazing milestone, including all my guests, supporters and listeners. And, of course, Apple iTunes for featuring us so prominently on their homepage for the last two years. ❤️❤️❤️ Click on the…
Leave a CommentI appeared on London’s LBC radio today to discuss the double-standards in the arts world and comedy scene when it comes to offending different religious groups. In particular, the conversation focused on the perception that Islam is treated as a special case when it comes to blasphemy. The show was hosted by Shelagh Fogarty and also included thoughts by Douglas…
Leave a CommentI always suspected I was one of the best Muslims in the country. But it wasn’t until I was nominated for a “British Muslim Award” earlier this year, that I was officially able to confirm it to myself and to others. There’s been a frenzy of speculation recently that Hollywood actress Lindsay Lohan has decided to become Muslim. If true,…
Leave a CommentWhat’s On magazine have just announced the finalists for their 2017 Awards. Very undeservedly, I’ve been shortlisted for the Best Midlands Comedian prize!! I honestly can’t believe I’m in the same category as the likes of Joe Lycett and Greg Davies. That’s mental. The’ve also announced their finalists in the Midlands Breakthrough Act and Best Midlands Comedy Night categories, with both of…
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