Salaam folks! 

It’s time for episode 4 of season 2 of Hum Baat Karenge (translation: Let’s Talk).

In this episode Arooj is joined by Aisha, a legal professional where they discuss:

- the easing of lockdown restrictions

- the impact of the pingdemic

- the ‘survival of the fittest’ mentality by the government

- We also review Gurinder Chadhas’s awesome 1994 film ‘Bhaji’s on the Beach’

For new listeners joining us, Hum Baat Karenge is a regular podcast led by Arooj Khan and guests. 

If you would like to feature on the podcast, or have a topic that you would like us to cover, please do let us know 🌻

The aim of this podcast is to discuss key events and their impact on racialised communities. Click the link in the bio and have a listen 🌻

TW: misogyny

Salaam folks!

It’s time for episode 2 of season 2 of Hun Baat Karenge (translation: Let’s Talk). This episode was recorded following the tragic death of Sarah Everard.

In this episode Arooj and I discussed:

- misogyny within wider society

- missing white women syndrome

- the effects all of the above on social

- Taimour addresses what cis-men should be doing to tackle misogyny

For new listeners joining us, Hun Baat Karenge is a monthly podcast led by Arooj Khan and Taimour Fazlani. The aim of this podcast is to discuss world events and their impact on racial used communities.

Hey Love,

For the 2nd episode of season 2, I was joined by the amazing Maya Kalaria. Outside of being a close friend, May is a true activist, an all-around badass, author and poet. Maya lost her mother at the age of 9. Using her lived experience, Maya now speaks powerfully and openly about grief, misogyny, racism and the colonial trauma she experienced as a result of her early life circumstances. She is committed to decolonising her body, mind and wider society, and speaks passionately about connecting to our indigenous roots, wherever we originate from. She welcomes uncomfortable conversations and believes strongly in healthy conflict resolution as a powerful tool for healing the divides between communities.

In this episode Maya and I discussed:

- Decolonising grief and trauma

- Connecting to ourselves, the planet and others

- Racism and it impacts on our mental wellbeing

- Grief and mental health

Hey Pyario,

Welcome back to season 2 of Voices Of Experience - it's so wonderful to be back in 2021. To kick off season 2 I was joined by the amazing Poonam Dhuffer. Poonam is a good friend, founder of YSM8 and an all-around wholesome person. 

In this episode Poonam and I discussed:

- Poonam's experiences and what has led her to create YSM8

- South Asian culture and how fundamental it is to holistic wellbeing

- The wellness industry and how white and bougie it is

-  Bunch of other wholesome things you wouldn't want to miss!

Welcome back to Hum Baat Karenge for our second season. It's so wonderful to have you back, folks. 

To kick off season 2 ep 1 we're discussing 2021 so far (recorded on 17th Jan).  In this episode Arooj and I discuss:

- Capitol Hill & White Supremacy

- The Tories and their handling of Covid

- Our personal dreams and aspirations for 2020 (inshallah)

For new listeners joining us, Hum Baat Karenge is a bi-weekly podcast led by Arooj Khan and Taimour Fazlani. The aim of this podcast is to discuss world events and their impact on racialised communities.

Hi Pyario, welcome to the fourth episode of Hum Baat Karenge!

Hum Baat Karenge is a podcast led by Arooj Khan and Taimour Fazlani and it is a bi-weekly podcast where we discuss topics from an intersectional & critical lens. Our aim is to look at everything going in the world & discuss how it will impact people of colour/communities, those with mental health issues & intersecting identities.

For the fourth episode of Hum Baat Karenge, Arooj and I spoke about and say our goodbye's to Dominic Cummings. A central figure in the Conservative government, in this episode Arooj and I explore the numerous mishaps, hiring of racist like Andrew Sabisky and unexplained trips enacted by one of the most hated figures in UK politics. 

A prominent Brexiteer, in this episode we explore the role of Dominic Cummings in Brexit and the penultimate impact it's had on Black/POC and marginalised communities. We hope you enjoy our political commentary!

As always, if you have any feedback please do send it through to [email protected]

Love,

Arooj & Taimour

Following the US election results, we felt that it was important to discuss the elections, the role of the US & it impacts as a nation-state on communities on a global scale.

Join us as we explore, dialogue and discuss Trump, Biden & co and what this all may potentially mean for communities across the world. Generally speaking, we had more questions then answers, however, it's important to bring those to the forefront before the new administration is inaugurated.

As citizens of the Global South, especially in the context of me and Arooj being from Pakistan, we felt that it was incredibly important to focus on how this will impact the Global South.

For the 15h episode of Voices Of Experience,  I was joined by Israa Nasir. Israa is a therapist and mental health educator, working in health-tech. She explores the interaction of mental health and cultural identity for BIPOC-identified people and reducing stigma through real and compassionate conversations.

In this episode, Israa and I spoke about mental wellbeing in the current pandemic. We explore topics such as how to manage anxiety, boundary setting and helpful tips on how to better manage your mental wellbeing in a stressful time.

It was so wonderful to dialogue with Israa on a Sunday afternoon (as is typically the case for me), she spoke in such an accessible manner and always I can't wait to have her on again!

Expert By Experience is incredibly proud to launch our 2nd podcast series which is entitled 'Hum Baat Karenge' (translation: 'Let's Talk').

Hum Baat Karenge is a podcast led by Arooj Khan and Taimour Fazlani and it is a bi-weekly podcast where we discuss 3 topics from an intersectional & critical lens.

Our aim is to look at everything going in the world & discuss how it will impact people of colour/communities, those with mental health issues & intersecting identities.

For our second ever we discussed the following 3 topics:

- Armenia and Azerbaijan conflict

- Save The Arts

- Equalities Act 10 years on

We hope you enjoy our second episode. 

As always, if you have any feedback please do send it through to [email protected]

Love,

Arooj & Taimour

For the 14h episode of Voices Of Experience,  I was joined by Durre Shahwar who is a writer, creative, and the founder of Where I'm Coming From.

In this episode, Durre and I spoke about her experiences as a WOC writer, mental wellbeing and the motivation behind WICF.

It was so lovely to speak to Durre on a Sunday afternoon and I hope to have her on the podcast again very soon so that we can continue exploring topics such as writing, identity and more!