Brown and Bold

Although this episode started off with a casual discussion about the stigma around dating and relationships, we unexpectedly steered into an immensely vulnerable direction. In this episode, the both us share some of our most private experiences in an honest, raw conversation about relationships, self growth, and love. Segments of this episode may be sensitive for those who are being affected by unhealthy relationships, so we want you to bear this in mind before you listen. We hope this touches your heart as much as it did ours.

Different communication styles and conflict are nearly inevitable in South Asian households. In this episode, we discuss the ways in which both of us approached our parents to strengthen our communication with them, as well as the reasons for why our parents' generation may not be able to empathize with us as much as we would like.

One of the most challenging topics of conversations to have in the South Asian community is about mental health. We often undermine our mental struggles by saying “well, it’s just life,” perpetuating the idea that depression and mental illness are perfectly normal. Join us as we discuss how mental health impacts your relationships with those around you, how it affects you psychologically, and tips on how you can start your own mental health journey.

So many of us find our hair to be frizzy, wavy, or just plain confusing. This often results in countless hours of straightening our hair or investing in chemical hair treatments. Our guest Sarosh is defying Eurocentric beauty standards by proudly wearing and advocating for curly hair. Join us as we discuss Sarosh’s journey towards embracing her curls, how she overcame the stigmas she faced because of her hair, and tips for beginners who want to start their own journey of loving their natural hair.

One of the first things that South Asian girls are teased about is our body hair. A trait so natural, yet it has made us feel so shameful. Join us as we discuss the role of body hair for both femininity and masculinity in Desi society, as well as our own funny experiences centered around body hair (and its removal.)

South Asian women are often expected to live with their parents until they are married. Choosing to move out can be stressful, and to some, a shameful experience. Join us as we talk about ways to approach having this conversation with parents, factors to consider before making the big move, and the importance of independence.

Join Kainath and Sania as they discuss the cultural factors that contribute to the emotional prematuration that occurs among South Asian women. From talking about personal experiences, to cultural restrictions, to tools for navigating through these feelings - get ready for our perspective on why we think we grew up too fast.