Listen! Real Talk with Roops

Take #26! Welcome to SEASON 2 of Listen! I chat with my lovely colleague Erin about mental health in the workplace, how to avoid burnout, work-life balance, authenticity, and more. We break down our individual mental health journeys at work, de-stigmatizing the conversation, and how we can all prioritize the things that matter most to us. Welcome to...Listen!

Take #25! Welcome to SEASON 2 of Listen! I chat with my awesome friend Lauren about how to intersect your passions with your job. Lauren has taken her creative and outgoing personality and created a successful event and wedding planning business! We break down her journey in choosing a career path and transitioning to entrepreneurship. We also explore her efforts to differentiate herself among her industry, family, and peers. Welcome to...Listen!

P.S. Check out Lauren's professional Instagram @lzeventco !!

Take #24! Welcome to SEASON 2 of Listen! I chat with my lovely friend Manisha about pandemic relationships and dating, how we're navigating the transition into the "new norm" (truly the most overused term!), and our expectations for interpersonal relationships post pandemic. We break down our individual journeys of love, and where we think the road ahead will lead. Welcome to...Listen!

Take #23! Welcome to SEASON 2 of Listen! I chat with my radiant friend Tara about body positivity and image, the intentional path of self-love, social media as a platform for vulnerability, and more. We break down our relationships with ourselves - our bodies, our minds, and our fears. Welcome to...Listen!

Take #22! Welcome to SEASON 2 of Listen! I chat with my lovely guest Mike Johnson - an Air Force veteran, bestselling author, fan favorite from Season 15 of The Bachelorette, and exceptional human being. We discuss self-love, compassion, our tips for confidence, positive/negative self talk, growth after pain, and more! Welcome to...Listen!

It's been a hot minute since you guys got one of these...so here's a Bonus Take on the new season of The Bachelorette! I chat with my friend Lauren about the new and unconventional season of The Bachelorette. We go over our feelings about Clare's part of the season, the variety of men we're in love with, the unnecessary drama, and more. As always, we don't hold back on our criticism or unsolicited opinions / predictions. Welcome to...Listen!

Take #20! Welcome to SEASON 2 of Listen! I chat with my new friend Mikie, a biologist, aspiring physician, TikTok icon (@fatherscience), and wonderful human being. We discuss his road to recovery, success in the face of adversity, why college > high school, therapy, TikTok as a platform for destigmatizing mental health and addiction, and more! Welcome to...Listen!

[Content warning: Discussions on substance use disorders, language use]

Take #19! Welcome to SEASON 2 of Listen! I chat with an amazing panel of 5 of my South Asian peers. We walk through the South Asian experience, SAs in healthcare, our civic duty and activism, starting difficult conversations at home, and more! Welcome to...Listen!

Take #18! Welcome to SEASON 2 of Listen! I chat with an incredible panel of 7 of my Black mentors, friends, colleagues, and educators. They break down the concepts of microaggressions, systemic racism, the current movement, allyship, resources, and more! Welcome to...Listen!

Take #17! Welcome to SEASON 2 of Listen! I chat with my awesome friend and future astronaut (no, really!) Lakshmi about the importance of identity and passion in choosing your future career. We break down our individual journeys in navigating our interests and choosing careers that bring us joy and purpose. We also have a message for the graduating generation - we believe in you. Welcome to...Listen!