Happily Ever Brown

In this episode, Piyal, Suhani and SHREYA (yay new host!) dive into the recent rise of South Asian representation in pop culture, from Jasmine and her participation on “Love Island UK” to Mindy Kaling’s impact on Hollywood with “Never Have I Ever.” We explore why brown women are often viewed through a harsher lens when they step outside the academic and closed-off stereotype perpetuated by western media, especially when it comes to sexuality, family expectations, nontraditional career paths, and being unapologetically messy. With the rise of South Asian women taking on increasingly diverse roles in media, from Lara Raj in KATSEYE to Avantika in “Not Suitable for Work”, this episode explores what this new era of pop culture means for Brown women and how we can navigate the narratives and expectations that continue to shape their representation.

In this upcoming episode, hosts Riya and Nichi dive into the unspoken expectations many South Asian daughters grow up with. From double standards between brothers and sisters to modesty rules, body image, colorism, and the pressure to be the "perfect daughter," they reflect on the experiences that shaped their childhoods and continue to influence them today. Through honest conversations about privacy, independence, responsibility, and family expectations, they explore what they want to carry forward into the next generation and what they hope to leave behind Whether these stories feel familiar or offer a new perspective, this episode opens up an important conversation about culture, identity, and growing up

In this episode, our co-hosts Riya and Titas sit down with the Brahmbatt sisters, Rutvi and Suhangi, to talk about their journeys from undergraduate studies to medical school. Together, they reflect on navigating medical training, balancing life beyond academics, using social media to make medicine more accessible, and the importance of mentorship, representation, and staying true to yourself throughout the process.

On this episode of Happily Ever Brown, our co-hosts, Suhani, Titas and Riya sit down to recap their first year of college. They talk about moving away from home, building independence, freedom as a brown girl of course and everything they learned along the way. A full circle moment from their initial episode they made before they went off to school, this episode serves as a conversation of very real experiences of 3 south asian girls navigating post secondary school on their own for the first time.

In this episode, Manju sits down for a real, unfiltered conversation about building a life that refuses to fit in one lane. From engineering and astronaut training to founding Operation Period and advocating for menstrual freedom, she opens up about what it means to merge science, activism, creativity, and identity into one expansive path. They talk about studying periods in microgravity, navigating visibility in media, breaking ceilings (literal and societal), and why you don’t have to shrink any part of yourself to succeed. Our hosts loved this episode and cannot wait for you to listen!

In this episode, Piyal and Suhani chat with Malvika about her creative journey across art in all its forms. From content creation and fashion weeks to writing music, Malvika opens up about building a career in the arts. Listen in to learn how she balances following her passions while navigating a South Asian identity and traditional expectations.

In this episode, Aarna and Piyal sit down with Ashvini Navaratnam, a Sri Lankan-Kiwi producer and founder of Santulan Creative, to explore the power of community, creativity, and representation. Ashvini shares her journey of launching a creative agency that uplifts over 180 BIPOC and queer artists, co-hosting The Chai Room, and navigating the challenges of being a South Asian founder. From unlearning old narratives to building inclusive spaces, this conversation dives into what it means to lead with purpose and authenticity.

In the very first episode of Season 3 of The Brown Print, our hosts chat with Howard University graduate, Nuha Thaha. In this heartfelt conversation, Nuha opens up about what it was like to leave home for college, navigate cultural expectations as the eldest daughter, and juggle the demands of engineering school while pursuing a modeling career. She shares thoughtful insights into her journey as a student, the unique challenges she faced, and how she hopes to use her engineering degree to make an impact in the future.

Hey listeners! Our podcast hosts, Nidhi, Titas, and Riya sat down for season two’s last episode and engaged in a thoughtful discussion about relationships and dating as a brown girl. Listen in as they talk about familial obstacles, relationship experiences and issues, and finding love as a South Asian girl!

In this episode, our co-hosts dive into a powerful and necessary conversation about the rise of South Asian hate.
They reflect on the microaggressions and subtle comments that have followed them since childhood, and examine how this form of discrimination has become both normalized and overlooked in today’s society. Through a blend of evidence-based statistics and personal stories from individuals around the world, the episode sheds light on the many ways this prejudice continues to impact those with brown skin—shaping their daily experiences and limiting opportunities.
Importantly, the hosts also explore meaningful ways this hate can be addressed and ultimately brought to an end. But they emphasize that real change requires collective effort—every voice, every action matters.