Nazeem Hussain's date with the spyNazeem Hussain's date with the spy
Days Like These — True Stories
It's 2011. Australia is in its tenth year of the War on Terror. Reports of hate crimes are on the rise. And 20-something Nazeem Hussain is a tax specialist. Before he was selling out shows and touring stand-up internationally, Nazeem Hussain wore a suit and clocked in at 9am for his day job. At evenings and weekends, he was also media spokesperson for the Islamic Council of Victoria. And one morning, he gets a phone call that sets him on a path worthy of a spy drama.
25:13•8 Feb 2022
Nazeem Hussain: From Tax Specialist to Spy Drama Star
“If you are going to be interviewed by Asio, at least get a damn good meal out of them on them music.”
Picture this: It's 2011, and Australia is deep into the War on Terror. Hate crimes are rising, and Nazeem Hussain is just a regular tax specialist by day and a media spokesperson for the Islamic Council of Victoria by night. But then, one morning, his phone rings, and what follows is straight out of a spy thriller. In this episode of 'Days Like These', Nazeem recounts how a call from Asio turned his world upside down.
Suddenly, he’s thrust into a world of espionage, legal tightropes, and growing paranoia. Instead of succumbing to fear, Nazeem channels this bizarre experience into his comedy, using humor to challenge and change media stereotypes about Muslims. His story is not just about a wild encounter but also about resilience and the power of laughter in the face of adversity.
Tune in for an episode that’s equal parts gripping and hilarious, as Nazeem Hussain takes you on a journey you won’t forget.
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