Jeremy Franco: Brownscaping the internet

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There’s brown and then there’s eBrown. With the mic firmly in his grasp, the internet is sat for Goan-Australian content creator, Jeremy Franco, who is often seen imitating his mum online. But with the ever-changing algorithm, how much can we rely on culture to feel seen? And more importantly: is it necessary to always do brown focused content as a brown creator?

Meet Australia's favourite Aunty, Jeremy Franco.

The Indian-born Sydney-based content creator, saw the lockdown as an opportunity to repair his funny bone not only for the internet, but for his younger self who didn't see the entertainment industry in his horizon.

And it was particularly difficult to pursue online comedy as an Indian creator.

Here's the thing with Indian parents that nobody tells you - they will support you in what you want to do only if you're successful at it.
Jeremy Franco

Unfiltered, unapologetic and an absolute riot, Jeremy has now amassed an audience across social media that adores his comedic takes on life being Goan-Australian.

Jeremy sat down with our co-host Suhayla at our Sydney Studios to unravel everything that has made him the entertainer he is today.

From dissecting South Asian representation to asking 'where is Lily Singh?', this episode leaves no stone unturned in exploring how tangled the web has become for comedians of colour.

SBS Spice breaks new ground with English language content for young South Asians in Australia by exploring what is making us tick or ick. Find us in your podcast app such as the SBS Audio app, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or LiSTNR and follow us on Instagram @SBSSpice

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