Dilemmas of the Diaspora

Dilemmas of the Diaspora

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Dilemmas of the Diaspora episodes

  • Neglecting Heart Health with Dr. Tara Narula

    In this episode, we discuss ignoring heart health, the importance of screening, and a healthy lifestyle with Dr. Tara Narula. 

    American Heart Association Heart Health Screenings:
    https://www.heart.org/en/health-topics/consumer-healthcare/what-is-cardiovascular-disease/heart-health-screenings

    ASCVD Risk Estimator Plus:
    http://tools.acc.org/ASCVD-Risk-Estimator-Plus/#!/calculate/estimate/ 

    Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/drtaranarula
    Twitter: @drtaranarula
    Instagram: @drtaranarula

    Contact Dr. Narula:
    https://www.northwell.edu/find-care/find-a-doctor/cardiology/dr-tara-narula-cangello-md-11358675

    This episode is sponsored by ZyGluten™. ZyGluten™ is a dietary supplement for those suffering from gluten sensitivity. ZyGluten’s potent blend of enzymes and helpful microbes may help reduce the gas, bloating, and cramps due to gluten sensitivity. Get your ZyGluten™ supplement now at https://www.zygluten.com/store/ or Amazon.

    Our theme music is by Raashi Kulkarni, follow her on Instagram @RaashiKulkarni and subscribe to her YouTube channel: Raashi Kulkarni.  

    25 min
  • Women in the C-Suite with Amrita Ahuja

    In this episode, we discuss the journey to the c-suite as a South Asian woman with CFO of Square, Amrita Ahuja. 

    Follow Amrita:
    Twitter: @AmritaAhuja

    This episode is sponsored by ZyGluten™. ZyGluten™ is a dietary supplement for those suffering from gluten sensitivity. ZyGluten’s potent blend of enzymes and helpful microbes may help reduce the gas, bloating, and cramps due to gluten sensitivity. Get your ZyGluten™ supplement now at https://www.zygluten.com/store/ or Amazon.

    Our theme music is by Raashi Kulkarni, follow her on Instagram @RaashiKulkarni and subscribe to her YouTube channel: Raashi Kulkarni.  

    29 min
  • Representation in Mainstream Media with Rajiv Menon

    In this episode, we discuss representation in mainstream media with creator and producer, Rajiv Menon. 

    Follow Rajiv:
    Twitter: @RajivKMenon
    Instagram: @RajivMenon

    This episode is sponsored by ZyGluten™. ZyGluten™ is a dietary supplement for those suffering from gluten sensitivity. ZyGluten’s potent blend of enzymes and helpful microbes may help reduce the gas, bloating, and cramps due to gluten sensitivity. Get your ZyGluten™ supplement now at https://www.zygluten.com/store/ or Amazon.

    Our theme music is by Raashi Kulkarni, follow her on Instagram @RaashiKulkarni and subscribe to her YouTube channel: Raashi Kulkarni.  

    30 min
  • Activism and Civic Engagement with Palak Sheth

    In this episode, we discuss activism and civic engagement with public policy professional, organizer and local government enthusiast Palak Sheth.

    Get involved in the Post March Salon:
    https://www.postmarchsalon.com/
    Facebook: @postmarchsalon
    Instagram: @postmarchsalon
    Twitter: @postmarchsalon

    Aunties & Uncles, Let's Talk About Election 2020 Video

    Follow Palak:
    Twitter: @palakbsheth
    Instagram: @paleesi_

    This episode is sponsored by ZyGluten™. ZyGluten™ is a dietary supplement for those suffering from gluten sensitivity. ZyGluten’s potent blend of enzymes and helpful microbes may help reduce the gas, bloating, and cramps due to gluten sensitivity. Get your ZyGluten™ supplement now at https://www.zygluten.com/store or Amazon.

    Our theme music is by Raashi Kulkarni, follow her on Instagram @RaashiKulkarni and subscribe to her YouTube channel: Raashi Kulkarni. 

    55 min
  • State Politics with Ranjeev Puri

    In this episode, we discuss getting involved in state politics with Democratic nominee for
    Michigan’s 21st House District, Ranjeev Puri. 

    Register to vote: https://votesaveamerica.com

    New American Leaders: https://www.newamericanleaders.org

    https://www.voteranjeev.com/
    Twitter: @voteranjeev
    Instagram: @voteranjeev
    Facebook: @voteranjeev

    This episode is sponsored by ZyGluten™. ZyGluten™ is a dietary supplement for those suffering from gluten sensitivity. ZyGluten’s potent blend of enzymes and helpful microbes may help reduce the gas, bloating, and cramps due to gluten sensitivity. Get your ZyGluten™ supplement now at https://www.zygluten.com/store/ or Amazon.

    Our theme music is by Raashi Kulkarni, follow her on Instagram @RaashiKulkarni and subscribe to her YouTube channel: Raashi Kulkarni. 

    43 min
  • Domestic Violence and Sexual Assault with Kavita Mehra, Sakhi for South Asian Women

    In this episode, we discuss domestic violence and sexual assault with Executive Director of Sakhi for South Asian Women, Kavita Mehra. 

    To donate to Sakhi please visit https://www.sakhi.org/donate-now/ 

    Add Sakhi’s helpline to your cell phone, available Monday-Friday 10am-5pm: 212-868-6741
    If you are not based in NY, Sakhi can connect you with a local sister organization.
    Text Line: 1-305-MY-SAKHI
    Email: [email protected] 

    National Domestic Violence Hotline: 1-800-799-7233

    Sakhi’s Executive Director, Kavita Mehra, was featured on CNN, in conversation with Arwa Damon. Kavita, alongside activists in Cape Town and Paris, offer a global perspective on the state of gender-based violence during the pandemic.
    https://www.facebook.com/watch/?v=220785105982192 

    This episode is sponsored by ZyGluten™. ZyGluten™ is a dietary supplement for those suffering from gluten sensitivity. ZyGluten’s potent blend of enzymes and helpful microbes may help reduce the gas, bloating, and cramps due to gluten sensitivity. Get your ZyGluten™ supplement now at https://www.zygluten.com/store/ or Amazon.

    Our theme music is by Raashi Kulkarni, follow her on Instagram @RaashiKulkarni and subscribe to her YouTube channel: Raashi Kulkarni.  

    51 min
  • Creative Careers with Harleen Chhabra and Raashi Kulkarni

    In this episode, we discuss “non-traditional” careers with fashion designer, Harleen Chhabra, and composer, pianist, and producer, Raashi Kulkarni.

    To follow and support Harleen please visit www.harleenkaur.us and follow @harleenkaur.us on Instagram.

    To follow and support Raashi, you can stream and download all of her original music, covers, and collaborations on iTunes, Spotify, Amazon, and Google Play. Subscribe to her YouTube channel: Raashi Kulkarni and follow @RaashiKulkarni on Instagram.

    This episode is sponsored by ZyGluten™. ZyGluten™ is a dietary supplement for those suffering from gluten sensitivity. ZyGluten’s potent blend of enzymes and helpful microbes may help reduce the gas, bloating, and cramps due to gluten sensitivity. Get your ZyGluten™ supplement now at https://www.zygluten.com/store/ or Amazon.

    Our theme music is by Raashi Kulkarni, follow her on Instagram @RaashiKulkarni and subscribe to her YouTube channel: Raashi Kulkarni. 

    1 hr 10 min
  • Covid-19 with Dr. Hemal Sampat

    In this episode, we discuss Covid-19. Dr. Sampat gives a firsthand account of what it is like to be a physician working on the frontlines during the pandemic.  

    Covid-19 Resources:

    World Health Organization: https://www.who.int/emergencies/diseases/novel-coronavirus-2019

    Centers for Disease Control and Prevention: https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-nCoV/index.html 

    Coming Clean About Hydroxychloroquine- Opinion:
    https://www.newsweek.com/coming-clean-about-hydroxychloroquine-opinion-1526225

    Follow Dr. Sampat:
    www.SampatMD.com
    Twitter: @SampatMD

    This episode is sponsored by ZyGluten™. ZyGluten™ is a dietary supplement for those suffering from gluten sensitivity. ZyGluten’s potent blend of enzymes and helpful microbes may help reduce the gas, bloating, and cramps due to gluten sensitivity. Get your ZyGluten™ supplement now at https://www.zygluten.com/store/ or Amazon.

    Our theme music is by Raashi Kulkarni, follow her on Instagram @RaashiKulkarni and subscribe to her YouTube channel: Raashi Kulkarni.  

    58 min
  • Local Politics with Mayor Ravi Bhalla

    In this episode, we discuss how to get involved in local politics with the Mayor of Hoboken, NJ, Ravi Bhalla.

    Follow Mayor Bhalla @RaviBhalla on Twitter, @raviforhoboken on Instagram, and Facebook @RaviBhallaHoboken. 

    Mayor Bhalla’s Website: https://www.hobokennj.gov/departments/mayor-ravi-bhalla 

    This episode is sponsored by ZyGluten™. ZyGluten™ is a dietary supplement for those suffering from gluten sensitivity. ZyGluten’s potent blend of enzymes and helpful microbes may help reduce the gas, bloating, and cramps due to gluten sensitivity. Get your ZyGluten™ supplement now at https://www.zygluten.com/store/ or Amazon.

    Our theme music is by Raashi Kulkarni, follow her on Instagram @RaashiKulkarni and subscribe to her YouTube channel: Raashi Kulkarni.  

    55 min
  • Mental Health with Dr. Sudha Wadhwani

    In this episode, we discuss mental health stigma with psychologist Dr. Sudha Wadhwani. 

    Resources:

    Crisis:

    • If you or someone you know is in crisis, please contact 911 for immediate support. 
    • National Suicide Prevention Lifeline 1-800-273-8255(TALK)
    • https://www.crisistextline.org/

    General Info:

    • If you want to get general information on mental health, visit the South Asian Mental Health Initiative & Network (SAMHIN) website https://samhin.org/ or call the HelpLine: 732-902-2561, Hours: 10:00 AM – 7:00 PM daily.
    • You can also email SAMHIN [email protected]. 

     Provider Networks: 

    Visit these websites to access provider networks and find a therapist in your area: 

    • SAMHIN: https://samhin.org/ 
    • South Asian Therapists: https://southasiantherapists.org/

    College Students:

    • If you are a college student looking to get involved as an advocate or educator for young people visit Active Minds: https://www.activeminds.org/
    • If you need help, please visit your college counseling center. 

    Contact Dr. Wadhwani: [email protected]

    This episode is sponsored by ZyGluten™. ZyGluten™ is a dietary supplement for those suffering from gluten sensitivity. ZyGluten’s potent blend of enzymes and helpful microbes may help reduce the gas, bloating, and cramps due to gluten sensitivity. Get your ZyGluten™ supplement now at https://www.zygluten.com/store/ or Amazon.

    Our theme music is by Raashi Kulkarni, follow her on Instagram @RaashiKulkarni and subscribe to her YouTube channel: Raashi Kulkarni.  

    44 min

About Dilemmas of the Diaspora

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An introspective look at the cultural, political, and social issues within the South Asian American community.