American Desi

I talk about my dating experience and pitch events to a friend!

I got the pleasure of interviewing

Dr. Vajram is a licensed clinical psychologist who provides culturally responsive, trauma-informed care to adolescents and adults. She earned her PsyD from Loyola University Maryland and completed her APA-accredited internship at the Center for Multicultural Training in Psychology. She completed her postdoctoral fellowship at Mt. Washington Pediatric Hospital, specializing in the assessment and treatment of traumatic stress disorders. Dr. Vajram is particularly passionate about serving the South Asian Diaspora within the United States.

I had the pleasure of interviewing Dr. Vijay Suhag ( hematologist and oncologist) on the podcast, where we discussed cancer awareness, cancer risk factors, and the importance of early detection and personalized care.

My grandmother carries a story that belongs to all of us — she was the first in our family to make the journey to America. I hope her words find a place in your heart.

My sister Anisha, and her partner Matt, join me to talk about friendship breakups and the visceral pain that often goes unacknowledged in our society. We dive deep into this conversation, sharing stories about my own friendship breakup — and it was quite a ride! I am honored to finally have my sister on the podcast for the first time. I’ve been trying to get her on forever. Hope you enjoy this episode!​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​

I got to interview Aruna Rao (she/her) @desirainbowparents;@aruna_anubhava

Aruna Rao is the proud parent of a queer and transgender young adult and the founder and Executive Director of Desi Rainbow, which provides support, education and advocacy for diasporic LGBTQIA+ South Asian Americans and their families. She is deeply committed to building a world where all LGBTQIA+ identities are affirmed and celebrated. Her work is rooted in lived experience and deep understanding of community needs. She has served on the PFLAG National Board and has over two decades of experience as a mental health advocate and non profit leader. Her work has been recognized with the NQAPIA Catalyst Award in 2020 and the 2026 Community Building Award from South Asian Americans for Change. Previously, she was the Associate Director at the National Alliance on Mental Illness of New Jersey, where she founded SAMHAJ, the first program in the USA to provide support and education for South Asian families affected by mental illness. She received the 2011 South Asian Americans Leading Together (SAALT) Changemaker Award for her work in mental health.

“Dating Journey” — it’s not just about finding your person, it’s about finding yourself along the way. We’ve all been there — the butterflies, the heartbreaks, the almosts, and the “what ifs.” Everyone dreams of a happily ever after, but real life? It’s messier, more complicated, and sometimes even more beautiful. This journey is about love, growth, and everything that happens in between.

In this episode, Randi and I reflect on our journey through the Jay Shetty Life Coaching Certification School. We talk about our personal experiences in the program and how it influenced the way we coach today. I had so much fun creating this conversation with my good friend, who also happens to be an incredible life coach.

So grateful to have had @besesky on the podcast! We had the best time chatting and geeking out over @lilly — what a blast! 💥 We dove into everything from being Neurodivergent and Queer to growing up Indian and the importance of representation. So many fun and meaningful conversations in one episode! 🎙️✨

I got the amazing opportunity to talk with Jaya Badiga. She is a trailblazing Indian-American judge serving on the Sacramento County Superior Court in California. Known for her cultural pride and commitment to justice, her historic appointment in 2024 marked a significant milestone for representation in the American judiciary.