Hi, my name is Riaad Moosa and I'm a comedian who used to be a medical doctor. I've got a lot of problems. I'm trying to find solutions. I'm striving to work out a comedic formula for this experiment we call life. Living fit, funny and free. Amandla!
New Episode Every 2 weeks...Inshallah.
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Elon Musk & Farmer Genocide...Does he really care?
"The thing about racist is that you have to believe that you are smarter.
To to be racist, you must believe that you are smarter and God loves you more
You have to be religious but also believe that God has favourites." - KG Mokgadi
In this episode of The Best Medicine, Dr. Riaad Moosa is joined by comedian KG Mokgadi and Doctor Musaed Abrahams for a thought-provoking and hilarious conversation about the recent wave of racism surfacing on social media. They unpack the bizarre narrative pushed by AfriForum, Elon Musk, and even the U.S. government about so-called “140+ race based laws” in South Africa. Riaad also reflects on his Twitter feud with Olympic swimmer Roland Schoeman and the role of propaganda in shaping public perception.
KG shares his unique perspective on why racism is ultimately a tool of the super-wealthy to manipulate people, and the two discuss how these narratives play out geopolitically. They also explore the importance of a strong military for Africa, the absurdity of “white genocide” claims, and how South Africa keeps moving forward despite the noise.
On a lighter note, KG gives an update on his fitness journey, Riaad tests out AI-generated jokes, and they both dive into the comedic process—how finding the right details can make a joke truly resonate.
Plus, Riaad shares details about his upcoming show What’s the Point?, running in Johannesburg after Ramadan. Get your tickets at Webtickets (avoid scalpers!), support the podcast on Patreon, and enjoy this deep yet entertaining conversation.
18 Feb 2025
Creativity is a muscle | Dr Musaed Abrahams & Riaad Moosa
Creativity is healing, but can it also be a business? In this episode of The Best Medicine, I talk to Dr. Musaed Abrahams, a doctor who walked the unconventional path, exploring digital health, wellness, and his own creative instincts. We dive into the psychology of taking risks, the power of storytelling in medicine and comedy, and how childhood interests shape adult careers. Plus, we reflect on family expectations, personal reinvention, and whether the ‘normal path’ is ever enough. This episode is about following instincts, challenging norms, and embracing your creative side—wherever it may lead.
4 Feb 2025
KG Mokgadi weighing in | The Best Medicine Podcast
29 Jan 2025
It's 2025 and I'm back !
It's February 2025 and I'm really starting this thing...for my health and yours. Let's Laugh and learn.
The Best Medicine Podcast is back with a special interview with Aamer Rahman. Brilliant comedy mind and activist. We talk wellness, comedy, Palestine...we get deep and philosophical brah! Please enjoy and we value your comments...
20 Jan 2024
Riaad Moosa Life Begins
New Podcast episodes coming soon. Meanwhile listen to my 4th comedy special, Life Begins.
Help us produce this podcast by supporting us on Patreon (https://www.patreon.com/riaadmoosa). Get discounts and lots of free stuff. I really value the support.
20 Jan 2024
Riaad Moosa Doctors Orders
New Podcast Episode coming soon. in The meantime, enjoy my third comedy special, Doctors Orders.
Help us produce this podcast by supporting us on Patreon (https://www.patreon.com/riaadmoosa). Get discounts and lots of free stuff. I really value the support.
20 Jan 2024
Bonus! Riaad Moosa For The Baracka
New Podcast Episode coming soon. In the meantime, enjoy my second comedy special, For the Baracka.
Help us produce this podcast by supporting us on Patreon (https://www.patreon.com/riaadmoosa). Get discounts and lots of free stuff. I really value the support.
20 Jan 2024
Riaad Moosa Strictly Halaal
New Podcast Episode coming soon. In the meantime, enjoy my first comedy special ever - Strictly Halaal.
Help us produce this podcast by supporting us on Patreon (https://www.patreon.com/riaadmoosa). Get discounts and lots of free stuff. I really value the support.
19 Nov 2023
10. Treating Palestine Israel like my patient - Part 2
This is Part 2 of the Palestine Israel Solution.
I’m using the metaphor of Health and Disease to try and clarify the best solution or treatment plan for the horrific events unfolding in Gaza.
I pray humanity will prevail.
00:00 Actions speak louder than words
03:53 Zionist Europeans Indigenous to Israel
06:30 Hamas and Ben Shapiro
08:41 We are fighting Animals
11:46 What does H*mas say?
15:54 Granny Captive released
18:10 Moral Equivalency and Human Shields
21:21 I’m not saying they’re lying, but…
26:15 Diagnosing BS
29:44 TREATMENT FINALLY!
33:31 If Bibi Netanyahu were your Doctor…
36:28 Game of Life Rules
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29 Oct 2023
9. Treating Palestine-Israel Like a Patient - Part 1
The Palestine Israel situation is heart breaking. The things that I've seen on video are so unbelievably cruel, nightmarish and evil that it's almost inconceivable that this type of thing can still be allowed to happen in 2023.
I'd like to express my thoughts, but I'd like take a SOLUTION-orientated approach. This podcast is about finding solutions to problems and finding some comedy along the way...I'm not sure how much comedy I'll find... but I'm going to tackle this from an unusual angle.
I'm going to treat this whole Palestine-Israel issue like a multisystem disease...like a doctor. Look at the whole situation like my patient.
I'm going to discuss the presenting complaint, take a history, offer a differential diagnosis, do an examination, special investigations, more detailed diagnoses and finally offer a management plan.
Hopefully by the end of this we can find the healthiest way to approach this seemingly insurmountable problem, using the principles of medicine, health and wellness.
We are all part of humanity, and I believe that is where the solution lies...
This is part one...
24 Aug 2023
8. I want to be a NY comedian, but I can’t!
Episode 8 of Dr. Riaad Moosa's "The Best Medicine" podcast covers a range of topics in his signature comedic style. From amusing observations about pronouncing "podcast" to exploring laughter in Botswana, Riaad brings his humor to the forefront. He discusses the importance of embracing a healthy lifestyle and shares personal anecdotes about weight gain.
Riaad delves into the idea of compartmentalizing life and finding the balance between dreams and responsibilities. He adds his satirical touch with a mention of Andrew Tate and shares his vision for the future. The environment's impact on various aspects, including "man boobs," is discussed with his characteristic wit.
The value of journaling and staying present is explored, followed by a lighthearted take on push-ups, finding meaning, and breaking wind. Riaad draws inspiration from Goggins and discusses the process of podcast development, giving listeners a glimpse behind the scenes.
Listeners are invited to witness his fitness journey, and the episode concludes with Riaad expressing gratitude to his Patreon supporters for their contributions to the podcast's success. Throughout the episode, Riaad combines humor, introspection, and unique perspectives to create an engaging and entertaining listening experience.
00:00 We’re going downhill
03:28 Botswana and laughing
06:11 Be prepared to GET HEALTHY
08:23 Pronouncing Podcast
10:26 I’m getting fat
12:26 Compartmentalise your life
13:27 Dreams vs Responsibility
18:14 Andrew Tate
19:22 Vision for Future
21:43 Environment and Man Boobs
24:49 Journals and being Present
26:15 push-ups & breaking wind & meaning
29:22 Goggins
31:37 Podcast development
34:20 Watch me exercise
35:27 Thank you to my patreon people
7 Aug 2023
7. Talking Mumbo Jumbo with Ambrose Uren
I caught up with comedian, breakdancer, artist, actor and all around creative guy Ambrose Uren to talk about his latest standup show, African-ish. We talk about his comedy journey and how it feels to be performing at the Edinburgh Fringe Festival. I'm finally finding a direction to this podcast which I've ultimately decided is a wellness podcast that incorporates comedy and creativity into multidisciplinary healing. But I'm not sure I'll feel the same next week after the push ups and pull ups that I plan to do. I decided to focus on wellness only after I chatted to Ambrose, so I neglected to ask him about his approach to health and wellness in any way. Anyways, improvement for next week...
22 Jul 2023
6. 'I met my real father at his funeral' - Keenan Cerff
I know it's been a long time since episode 5, but I've got great excuses! My kids got Mumps, Viral menigitis and I've been editing my new comedy special called Voices in my Head...I talk about this and I chat to young comedian Keenan Cerff who is a perfect example of a comedian who converts his real life trauma trauma into jokes. I mean his first time on stage he spoke about how he witnessed a double "necklacing". Great fodder for humour...people getting tyres around their necks set alight and watching them get burnt up...comedy gold...Hectic Brah!
10 Apr 2023
5. Make more Mistakes! Please!
In this episode, Riaad contemplates failure and Knowledge and the first Quranic revelation, while talking about performing standup during Ramadaan, fasting conflicts and unusual Salaah stories involving Nerf Guns...
'to make less mistakes you have to make more mistakes first'
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27 Mar 2023
4. 'Dad, I don't care if you die!'
In this episode, Riaad ponders where meaning can be found in life...spurred on by his nihilistic, toothless 5 year old son and the holy month of Ramadaan. We're floating on a ball in the middle of space...what does it matter that he chipped his tooth, cried at a wedding, was involved in a hostage negotiation with a council worker in Lavender Hill over his daughter's cellphone...what does it matter? What's the point of it all...
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19 Mar 2023
3. Will Smith said 'God chose ME to spread light!'
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12 Mar 2023
2. Chris Rock Brah! Chris Rock!
Riaad gets emotional about Chris Rock’s LIVE Netflix comedy special Selective Outrage. Watch Ad free on Patreon http://patreon.com/riaadmoosa
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