Are we all turning into the people from WALL-E—glued to our screens and completely disconnected from real life? In this episode, we dive deep into why we’re addicted to our phones, what our screen time stats reveal, and why it’s so hard to put them down. We also discuss the impact of phone addiction on relationships and, most importantly, how to break free from the endless scrolling.

If you’ve ever caught yourself reaching for your phone without thinking, this episode is for you. Let’s figure out how to take back control!

🎧 Tune in now & let us know your screen time in the comments! 👀📱

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0:00 - WELCOME TO HALF PAST CHAI

2:07 - What is our screen time look like

4:48 - What is taking up all this screen time

6:18 - Why do we have such a hard time putting our phone down

8:28 - Hallie nudges me

11:13 - We need to spend more intentional time together

16:17 - We can’t be bored

21:50 - How do I use my phone less?

Relationships in 2025 have their own rulebook—and breaking those rules? Total red flag. From texting back too slow to the art of the perfect “soft launch,” we’re breaking down the unwritten rules that shape modern love. Should you always like your partner’s posts? Is ignoring a DM considered rude? And how do TikTok trends like beige flags and delulu culture affect our relationships? Plus, we read your funniest, weirdest, and most relatable relationship rules—because let’s be real, some rules are non-negotiable.

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0:00 - WELCOME TO HALF PAST CHAI

4:22 - Relationship rules we have

12:30 - The rules YOU have for your relationships

28:20 - RED FLAGS in relationships

43:02 - GREEN FLAGS in relationships

51:20 - Thing you want us to talk about in the future

They say opposites attract—but is that really true? In this episode, we’re breaking down whether being different makes a relationship stronger or just adds to the chaos. From personality clashes to cultural backgrounds, habits, and communication styles, we’re sharing our experiences as a couple and diving into what science and relationship experts say. Can a relationship thrive on differences, or do similarities matter more? Let’s find out.

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Burnout doesn’t just happen at work—it can happen in relationships too. In this episode of Half Past Chai, we’re diving into what relationship burnout looks like, why it happens, and how to navigate it together. From feeling emotionally drained to struggling with communication, we’ll break down the signs, share personal experiences, and offer practical strategies to reconnect with your partner. 💛

We also answer YOUR questions!  Join us for another honest and insightful conversation, and don’t forget to submit your own questions or stories on our website. See you next Monday at Half Past Chai! ☕

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0:00 - WELCOME TO HALF PAST CHAI

2:12 - How do we handle A burnout in a relationship

8:40 - Everything that leads to burnout

13:58 - When you know you’re burntout

22:19 - A recent fight we had

30:58 - Questions of the WEEK!

33:50 - How do you handle Asthma

39:48 - Who wanted to start the podcast first?

From navigating family expectations in an interracial relationship 💑 to dealing with hate comments online, we’re diving deep into everything you’ve been curious about. Can women wear leggings in India? 👖 Did religion play a big role in our marriage? 🙏 Is Hallie surviving on raw fruits and veggies? 🥗 And… are we getting another cat?! 🐱

We’re spilling all the chai ☕ on your burning questions—so settle in, get cozy, and grab your chai 🫶

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How do people balance cooking healthy meals at home with busy schedules? And HOW do multicultural couples balance different diet restrictions in relationships? These can be a real challenge in our day to day lives, especially when we just want to grab Chick Fil A and call it a day. In this episode Hallie shares all her tips and tricks for navigating meal planning and how she does this for her dietary needs, and Suketu’s. 

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🎙 Timecodes:

0:00 - WELCOME TO HALF PAST CHAI

5:58 - How We Balance Different Diets

19:47 - What do WE EAT??? Our favorite foods

30:04 - How do we plan our meals & balance eating out?

35:45 - How To Properly Grocery Shop & Save Money

Half Past Crew, buckle up—this week, we’re spilling the chai on our finances from 2024! 💸🫣 Ever wonder how much we spent on things like travel, eating out, or those random splurges? Spoiler: it’s A LOT. From tackling student loans to regretting marathon tickets we never used, we’re breaking it all down month by month.

We’ll share the biggest trends we noticed, the surprises that caught us off guard, and the lessons we’re taking into 2025. 🧾✨ It’s an honest, eye-opening conversation about where our money went, what we learned, and how we’re planning to do better this year.

So grab your chai, settle in, and get ready to hear us overshare like never before. 🫶 Let’s make 2025 our most intentional year yet!

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0:00 - WELCOME TO HALF PAST CHAI

5:06 - January Spending

11:57 - February Spending

16:38 - March Spending

19:38 - April Spending

20:34 - May Spending

21:53 - June Spending

23:53 - July Spending

25:19 - August Spending

26:59 - September Spending

28:50 - October Spending

31:16 - November Spending

32:25 - December Spending 

33:40 - Our learnings for the year

40:45 - How much we spent in 2024

43:31 - YOUR FINANCE QUESTIONS!

Get ready, Half Past Crew—this week, we’re diving into all things travel! 🌏✈️ Whether you’re planning a trip to India like we are (very soon, OMG) or heading anywhere else, we’re sharing our best tips and tricks to make your travel experience smoother, safer, and more enjoyable.

From researching your destination to packing smart and surviving those long flights, we’re spilling everything we’ve learned—including some mistakes we made last time so you don’t have to. 🧳✨ We’ll also share advice on what to eat (and avoid), staying healthy, and making the most of your time while you’re there—without feeling overwhelmed.

And of course, we wrap it all up with our Question of the Week from one of YOU! 💌

So grab your chai, settle in, and let’s get into it. 🫶 Let’s make your next adventure unforgettable!

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0:00 - WELCOME TO HALF PAST CHAI

4:35 - Research where you're going

9:13 - Check travel guidelines

12:20 - Packing for travel

15:35 - Bring MEDICINE

19:02 - Don’t overpack 

20:30 - Eat before you get on the plane

23:02 - Plane etiquette

24:21 - What to do while you’re there!

29:50 - Experiences

35:41 - Question of the WEEK! 

GUYS. It’s 2025 and you know what that means… a NEW season of Half. Past. Chai. That’s right, we’re back and better than ever this season. After a week break, it gave us some time to reflect on how 2024 went for us. And the answer? It was… hard, probably how it was for most of you as well. We share what we learned from last year and how we’re using that to our advantage this year so that we can better serve YOU. We also dive into our resolutions individually, as a couple, and for this podcast. Be sure to stay until the end because we respond to one of YOUR questions of the week. We hope you have the BEST start to your new year, Half Past Crew. We love you, 2025 will be your best year yet.

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0:00 - WELCOME TO HALF PAST CHAI

2:20 - How was 2024?

16:20 - Hallie’s Resolutions

25:15 - Suketu’s Resolutions

29:00 - Our Couple Resolutions

38:27 - QUESTION OF THE WEEK

Do your Indian parents NOT accept your non-Indian S.O.? Do you get questions on how you’ll raise your kids? Don’t know how to keep the aunties happy? This week on Half Past Chai we answer all of YOUR questions to us. This is the last episode of the year, so we had to go out with a BANG for episode 90. Stick ‘til the end because we share how special our year was with you by our side. Settle in, get cozy, and grab your chai. We LOVE you, Half Past Crew. We wish you a Merry Christmas, Happy Holidays, and hope you spend these next few weeks with the people you love most. Thank you for spending each Monday with us, you’re the coolest group of people on the planet. 

(P.s. we won’t see you next Monday in podcast form, BUT get ready to be tired of us with all the shortform content we’ll be posting on Instagram and TikTok ;) hehehe.)

Be sure to submit your stories at https://www.halfpastchai.com AND read our weekly blog post!

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Time codes

0:00 - WELCOME TO HALF PAST CHAI

4:00 - Our 52nd EPISODE!

6:18 - Question: My Indian parents wont accept my white gf

15:57 - Their Advice to YOU

19:49 - My Advice to EVERYONE 

21:33 - How will you preserve your culture/religion when having kids

27:42 - How did you introduce a pet to Indian Parents

33:42 - The YEAR in REVIEW