Abdullah Saeed

Abdullah Saeed is a Pakistani-American writer, producer, composer, and journalist, known for his work in television production, music, and cannabis advocacy. After establishing himself as a music journalist and DJ, Abdullah Saeed conducted interviews with notable artists such as DJ Shadow, El-P, and Flying Lotus, building a reputation within the hip hop and electronic music scenes. His career expanded into television production and journalism with Vice Media, where he produced and hosted several impactful TV shows and documentaries. From 2012 to 2014, Saeed penned the weekly online column ‘Weediquette,’ subsequently producing and hosting the inaugural episode of its highly successful web series adaptation.

In 2019, Saeed’s commitment to in-depth reporting earned him recognition from the Associated Press Television and Radio Association for his investigative journalism on underground cannabis markets in Los Angeles for KCRW. His creative vision culminated in 2022 when Onyx Collective ordered a pilot for his original series, ‘Deli Boys.’ Demonstrating significant industry confidence, the series was officially picked up to series by Hulu in May 2023, where it is set to star Asif Ali, Saagar Shaikh, Alfie Fuller, and Poorna Jagannathan, marking a pivotal achievement as a series creator. Abdullah Saeed is an outspoken and influential advocate for cannabis liberalization and education, consistently leveraging his platforms to inform and challenge perceptions. His career trajectory showcases a unique blend of investigative journalism, compelling hosting, musical composition, and significant contributions to both unscripted and scripted television and film, making him a distinctive voice in contemporary media.