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Shappi Khorsandi @shappikhorsandi.bsky.social · 13/10/2026

I don't usually rush to find a pic of me and a celebrity when they leave us, but I did just now and I am not sorry. This is unbelievably sad news. I so often think of this beautiful summers day at the Edinburgh festival...he was so welcoming and chatty. I am so flipping sad. #rjmitte

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Shappi Khorsandi @shappikhorsandi.bsky.social · 10/08/2026

I dont have flash quotes or reviews as its a WiP but i have audience dm's to coax you into my play #kismet @summerhall #edfest #shappikhorsandi

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Shappi Khorsandi @shappikhorsandi.bsky.social · 08/08/2026

I have @jeremycorbyn.bsky.social in cushion form in my play. Come and see it. Summerhalls Edinburgh till 16th

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Shappi Khorsandi @shappikhorsandi.bsky.social · 08/08/2026

Come and see my play, Kismet, Summerhalls, 7.20pm till 16th. It's where I put a lot of my agony towards The Left during Iran protests in jan. #shappikhorsandi #edfringe #edfest #theatre

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Shappi Khorsandi @shappikhorsandi.bsky.social · 07/08/2026

Hello! My play Kismet is on at Summerhall #edfringe till 16th. It's about how I felt during Iran protests. But its also funny. Please spread the word. Its a Work In Progress. #edfringetheatre #newwriting #theatre #edfest

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Shappi Khorsandi @shappikhorsandi.bsky.social · 07/08/2026

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New Humanist @newhumanist.bsky.social · 19/02/2026

In the world of culture, @samiraahmeduk.bsky.social explores the new "nouvelle vague", @shappikhorsandi.bsky.social reviews how "Stranger Things" managed to unite the generations, @jessicafurseth.bsky.social shares the undiluted joy of the Wes Anderson archives...

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Shappi Khorsandi @shappikhorsandi.bsky.social · 18/02/2026

Please listen to this episode of @theresthistory is you have any interest at all in what is happening in Iran and why its happening. Especially if you are a leftie not supporting protesters in Iran (ffs) open.spotify.com/episode/7LrL...

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636. Revolution in Iran: Fall of the Shah (Part 1)

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Shappi Khorsandi @shappikhorsandi.bsky.social · 14/02/2026

I have enjoyed this magazine for years and delighted to be a columnist now and on the board. For science-y and otherwise curious folk.

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Shappi Khorsandi @shappikhorsandi.bsky.social · 03/12/2025

I am never going to be a body popper. This one little life I had, I just never got round to it. Sad.

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Shappi Khorsandi @shappikhorsandi.bsky.social · 02/12/2025

Organising benefits is very hard. I find myself not asking comedians because they have small kids/live too far/I can't remember their names. Absolute minefield.

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Shappi Khorsandi @shappikhorsandi.bsky.social · 24/11/2025

Kids asked me what i'd teach if i was a teacher. I said 'English' Vivie said, kindly 'You couldn't. It's changed now. Teacher's have to know what the difference between a noun and a verb is' I see.

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Shappi Khorsandi @shappikhorsandi.bsky.social · 24/11/2025

I could write an entire dissertation about how brilliant @kathyburke.bsky.social 's autobiography is. I have so many things to say and ask about class, grief, race, confidence, artistic integrity and the power of 'nah, not for me' ...but I have to get the dinner on. Just read it. What a woman 🥹🥰

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Shappi Khorsandi @shappikhorsandi.bsky.social · 22/11/2025

Listening to my father earnestly and patiently explaining to my mum how she might consider posting reels she enjoys to her instagram rather than the family whatsapp. Very cute octogenarian chatter.

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New Humanist @newhumanist.bsky.social · 20/11/2025

Emma Park explores the art and architecture of our new Glass Age, @samiraahmeduk.bsky.social joins a glam-rock goodbye to Marc Bolan and @shappikhorsandi.bsky.social proclaims the joys of a good gossip...

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Shappi Khorsandi @shappikhorsandi.bsky.social · 14/11/2025

I hope Tommy Robinson converts to Islam. It would be quite the plot twist.

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Shappi Khorsandi @shappikhorsandi.bsky.social · 10/11/2025

Rowan Atkinson's son is a Gurkha. (I'm still reading Ben Elton's autobiography. It's great but long so I need these Wikipedia breaks)

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Shappi Khorsandi @shappikhorsandi.bsky.social · 07/11/2025

Ben elton's autobiography is brilliant. I forget (dissociate) about how racist and sexist comedy still was when i started. I am hard on myself about my career...I did pretty well considering. And Shazia, who was really up against it as she didn't even binge drink to fit in like I did.

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Robin Ince @robinince.bsky.social · 19/10/2025

Jenny Evans is at Berkhamsted book festival and I will be in conversation with her and @jnraeside.bsky.social - Nigel Planer, @shappikhorsandi.bsky.social @lucia-oc.bsky.social Rebecca Ajulu Bushell, David Hepworth , James Haynes, Nigel Barden, Jakko Jakszyk and me bookfestival.berkofest.com

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BerkoFest Book Festival

BerkoFest Book Festival. This event is borne out of the annual BerkoFest Music Festival, and like that, this book festival will be a quirky, fun, family-friendly event, and will have a mixture of inte...

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Rob Deering @deeringrob.bsky.social · 06/10/2025

Classic Beat This action at Newington Green’s Mildmay Club last night. Thank you @andyfieldhello.bsky.social @nickhelm.bsky.social @shappikhorsandi.bsky.social @athenakugblenu.bsky.social - and a wonderful audience. Let’s do it all again sometime!

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Shappi Khorsandi @shappikhorsandi.bsky.social · 16/10/2025

I keep forgetting about bluesky. Hello!

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Shappi Khorsandi @shappikhorsandi.bsky.social · 29/09/2025

If you ask me, and no one is, JK Rowling has an unhealthy relationship with Twitter.

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Shappi Khorsandi @shappikhorsandi.bsky.social · 15/09/2025

Caroline Aherne was born in Ealing. Busy day.

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New Humanist @newhumanist.bsky.social · 09/09/2025

People often make assumptions about my Iranian dad, writes @shappikhorsandi.bsky.social - but being from a country that’s constantly misrepresented has given me a lifelong radar for nuance

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My boho, muffin-making Iranian dad

What you might be misunderstanding about Iranians

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New Humanist @newhumanist.bsky.social · 19/08/2025

✨New online: People often make assumptions about my Iranian dad, writes @shappikhorsandi.bsky.social - but being from a country that’s constantly misrepresented has given me a lifelong radar for nuance

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My boho, muffin-making Iranian dad

What you might be misunderstanding about Iranians

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Shappi Khorsandi @shappikhorsandi.bsky.social · 15/07/2025

I was on masterchef years ago...wanted to search what was going on with the latest sacking but spelled his name too many times and gave up.

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Shappi Khorsandi @shappikhorsandi.bsky.social · 23/06/2025

💚🤍❤️ it was so lovely to meet you xx

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Shappi Khorsandi @shappikhorsandi.bsky.social · 17/06/2025

People keep texting me to ask how my family are. I appreciate it. They are as below. Love to everyone who is in nightmare of war.

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Shappi Khorsandi @shappikhorsandi.bsky.social · 11/06/2025

I did a keynote speech yesterday at Warwick university. It went so well. Real connection made. I have a tour show at Warwick Uni tomorrow which has not quite sold out. Did I mention the tour show to the audience yesterday? No. No I did not because I am an idiot. Thank you for your time.

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Shappi Khorsandi @shappikhorsandi.bsky.social · 10/06/2025

Today I set up my first EVER zoom call, from my own account. Wow. Never felt so grown up since the first time I drove my car on to a car ferry when I was 45. Maybe one day I will understand what an ISA is.

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Shappi Khorsandi @shappikhorsandi.bsky.social · 07/06/2025

In hospital 12 years ago today. And what a brilliant day we had. Happy birthday to my magical girl ❤️

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Shappi Khorsandi @shappikhorsandi.bsky.social · 01/06/2025

I love the Rik Mayall Comedy Festival. He was a hero to me. His sister and daughter Bonnie came to my show and I was beside myself happy. It's fun isn't it? this comedy thing.

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Shappi Khorsandi @shappikhorsandi.bsky.social · 29/05/2025

I swear people seek me out to sit behind when they need to really dedicate time to snorting up mucus.

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New Humanist @newhumanist.bsky.social · 28/05/2025

I had been judgemental about skiing, but it turns out it's a lot like stand-up comedy, writes @shappikhorsandi.bsky.social

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Skiing is bonkers, but so am I

Shaparak Khorsandi finds joy and chaos on the slopes

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Shappi Khorsandi @shappikhorsandi.bsky.social · 24/05/2025

Touring with redheads IS more fun @soozuk.bsky.social is smashing at @monmouthsavoy.bsky.social and my competitive spirit means I will also attempt to sing opera during my set.

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Shappi Khorsandi @shappikhorsandi.bsky.social · 22/05/2025

I have spent a merry half an hour on a train chatting to my son whilst watching him trying to break into our house on the ring doorbell.

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Shappi Khorsandi @shappikhorsandi.bsky.social · 21/05/2025

She is such a fan that I think my daughter would actually combust with excitement if I was on it so for the best as I've grown fond of her.

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Shappi Khorsandi @shappikhorsandi.bsky.social · 20/05/2025

I AM MAKING A TASKMASTER CAKE...for my TM obsessed daughter... anyone know a west London baker/bakery who does edible image printing? I don't have the piping skills to do Veteran Typewriter font 😅

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Shappi Khorsandi @shappikhorsandi.bsky.social · 17/05/2025

He never ever knows when I am kidding 🤣 Very happy for Crystal Palace. Long may they reign.

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Shappi Khorsandi @shappikhorsandi.bsky.social · 06/05/2025

Soho Walthamstow opening gala was unreal amazing. Huge congratulations to the brilliant and beautiful @sohotheatre team who kept the faith FOR YEARS and made this dream come true 🥰

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