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- Can a Gay Boy Become an IAS Officer? | EP7
In this episode, we dive into three complex and relatable situations sent in by our listeners:
1️⃣ "Can I be the first openly gay IAS officer?" A 22-year-old software engineer from Delhi dreams of becoming a civil servant but fears how his sexuality might affect his career. Can you balance being authentic while pursuing such a high-profile career?2️⃣ "I'm 19 and just realized I'm into girls—how do I accept myself?" A young lesbian from Karnataka struggles with self-acceptance and wonders how to embrace her identity. Yogi and Kabeer share some heartfelt advice on learning to love yourself.3️⃣ "Divorcing someone I still care about because of toxic in-laws" A 29-year-old woman faces the painful reality of ending her marriage due to family interference. How does she move on while navigating her fears about future relationships?PS - While we’re sharing advice based on our lived experiences as out gay men and as a couple in India, we strongly recommend speaking with a mental health expert for professional support. Our videos reflect our personal point of view, but it's important to get the help you need from qualified professionals. 🌈💬🙏If you’re new here, swagat hai to our Shuddh Desi Gay family! 🏳️🌈 We hope our podcast brings you as much joy as it brings us. Muchas gracias for watching and being a part of this incredible journey! 💖Don’t forget to subscribe and follow us @yogiandkabeer on Instagram, Threads, and LinkedIn for more! 🎧About us: Yogi and Kabeer are award-winning podcasters and content creators, previously ex-radio presenters from Radio Mirchi. They have won multiple accolades, including the Best Self-Love and Motivation Podcast at the Hubhopper Podcast Awards 2022 and Excellence in Media in the Outstanding Podcast category at the Likho Awards 2024 by the Humsafar Trust. In 2023, they were featured on outdoor hoardings across India as the faces of the country’s first same-sex partner insurance policy. Recently, they also won the award for LGBTQIA+ Voice of the Year at the Cosmopolitan Blogger Awards 2024. Now, they’re all about good vibes as hosts of Not a Therapy Session, where they help people navigate their love and life issues with a smile and a bit of humor! 🎙️✨Follow us on Instagram: https://tr.ee/VQ3J3pXcuD31 min - Is Open Relationship Right for Me? | EP6
In this episode, we dive into three complex and relatable situations sent in by our listeners:
1️⃣ A woman in an arranged marriage who’s never been intimate with her husband. Is she the problem, or is something deeper going on?2️⃣ A guy who’s been in a committed relationship for six years and is now facing the possibility of opening up the relationship. Is it exciting or just plain terrifying?3️⃣ A 20-year-old closeted gay man who’s stuck between pretending to be into a girl and being true to himself. How can he stop leading her on without losing everything?We share our unfiltered thoughts, some laughs, and practical advice on how to tackle these emotional rollercoasters. Whether you’re stuck in a relationship rut or questioning your next move, we’ve got you covered!PS - While we’re sharing advice based on our lived experiences as out gay men and as a couple in India, we strongly recommend speaking with a mental health expert for professional support. Our videos reflect our personal point of view, but it's important to get the help you need from qualified professionals. 🌈💬🙏If you’re new here, swagat hai to our Shuddh Desi Gay family! 🏳️🌈 We hope our podcast brings you as much joy as it brings us. Muchas gracias for watching and being a part of this incredible journey! 💖Don’t forget to subscribe and follow us @yogiandkabeer on Instagram, Threads, and LinkedIn for more! 🎧About us: Yogi and Kabeer are award-winning podcasters and content creators, previously ex-radio presenters from Radio Mirchi. They have won multiple accolades, including the Best Self-Love and Motivation Podcast at the Hubhopper Podcast Awards 2022 and Excellence in Media in the Outstanding Podcast category at the Likho Awards 2024 by the Humsafar Trust. In 2023, they were featured on outdoor hoardings across India as the faces of the country’s first same-sex partner insurance policy. Recently, they also won the award for LGBTQIA+ Voice of the Year at the Cosmopolitan Blogger Awards 2024. Now, they’re all about good vibes as hosts of Not a Therapy Session, where they help people navigate their love and life issues with a smile and a bit of humor! 🎙️✨Follow us on Instagram: https://tr.ee/VQ3J3pXcuD31 min - Log kya kahenge? Coming Out Gay | EP5
In this episode of Not A Therapy Session with Yogi and Kabeer, we’re discussing some of the most challenging moments in relationships and self-acceptance. Whether it’s coming out to unsupportive parents, navigating the judgment of society, or facing conflicting feelings in love, we’ve got your back with real talk, personal stories, and heartfelt advice.
First, we hear from PN, a 24-year-old teacher from Pune, who’s happily in a relationship with his partner but struggling with how to come out to their conservative families. Together, we unpack the fears of dealing with judgmental society and how to build a chosen family that supports you. Yogi and Kabeer share their own coming-out experiences and the importance of self-care and setting boundaries.Next, Divyansh from Delhi writes in about his habit of withdrawing during rough patches in his relationship. If you’ve ever pulled away when things got tough, this one’s for you! Yogi and Kabeer offer advice on how to break the cycle, communicate better, and stay committed.Finally, Kumar from Bangalore is caught in a love dilemma—he has feelings for someone new but is in a relationship with someone who came out for him. We explore how to navigate guilt, temptation, and the difficult decision of whether to stay or move on.💬 Have you ever faced any of these challenges? Drop your thoughts in the comments below!🙏 Thank you for your support! If you enjoyed the episode, don’t forget to like, share, and subscribe to our channel for more candid conversations about love, life, and everything in between. Follow us @yogiandkabeer on Instagram, Threads, and LinkedIn for more updates!About Yogi and Kabeer:Yogi and Kabeer are award-winning podcasters and content creators, previously ex-radio presenters from Radio Mirchi. They have won multiple accolades, including the Best Self-Love and Motivation Podcast at the Hubhopper Podcast Awards 2022 and Excellence in Media in the Outstanding Podcast category at the Likho Awards 2024 by the Humsafar Trust. In 2023, they were featured on outdoor hoardings across India as the faces of the country's first same-sex partner insurance policy. Recently, they also won the award for LGBTQIA+ Voice of the Year at the popular Cosmopolitan Blogger Awards 2024. Now, they’re all about good vibes as hosts of Not a Therapy Session, where they help people navigate their love and life issues with a smile and a bit of humor!Follow us: Instagram: https://tr.ee/VQ3J3pXcuDLinkedIn: https://shorturl.at/RFXhN31 min - Loving a Straight Guy: How to Move On & Heal?- EP4 Not A Therapy Session with Yogi & Kabeer
In this episode of Not A Therapy Session, we’re diving into a topic that a lot of us have dealt with—falling for a straight guy. Whether it’s confusing signals, navigating your feelings, or figuring out how to move on, we’re here to help you through it with some real talk and humor. From throwback tunes to heartfelt advice, we’re here to help you navigate love, friendship, and self-acceptance. 🌈💬
We kick off with Rohit’s love problem. He’s fallen for a junior at work and can’t tell if the guy is sending mixed signals or if his feelings are clouding his judgment. Yogi talks about the classic wishdar moment (where you wish someone is gay and read into every little thing), while Kabeer reminds us about the reality of office romances and power dynamics.Next, we talk about a forceful kiss gone wrong. A listener shares how a kiss led to a friendship-ending block. We unpack the issue of boundaries and why forcing a kiss—whether in Bollywood or real life—is never okay. Yogi gives us his Bollywood throwback moment, and Kabeer discusses love-bombing and the importance of remorse and respect in relationships.Finally, we get into the heart-wrenching situation of falling for your straight roommate. Yogi shares a personal story of his first love and how he found the strength to move on (even though it felt impossible at the time), while Kabeer talks about creating emotional distance and putting yourself first. It’s a tough road, but you deserve a love that loves you back.Have you ever fallen for a straight guy? We’d love to hear your stories and how you dealt with it in the comments below! 👇🙏 Your support keeps us going! Like, share, and spread the word—your enthusiasm means everything! If you’re new here, swagat hai to our Shuddh Desi Gay family! 🏳️🌈 We hope our podcast brings you as much joy as it brings us. Muchas gracias for watching and being a part of this incredible journey! 💖Don’t forget to subscribe and follow us @yogiandkabeer on Instagram, Threads, and LinkedIn for more! 🎧About Yogi and Kabeer:Former Radio Mirchi presenters, Yogi and Kabeer are the hosts of India’s top LGBTQ+ podcast, Shuddh Desi Gay, a Spotify Original. In January 2023, they became the face of the country’s first same-sex partner insurance policy, appearing on outdoor hoardings across India. Their podcast won Best Self-Love and Motivation Podcast at the Hubhopper Podcast Awards 2022, and they were top nominees for LGBTQIA+ Voice of the Year at the Cosmopolitan Blogger Awards 2023. Now based in Gurgaon, they also host Not a Therapy Session, available on YouTube and Spotify.Follow us:Instagram: https://tr.ee/VQ3J3pXcuDSpotify: https://shorturl.at/CUzFpLinkedIn: https://shorturl.at/RFXhN36 min - Family vs. Love: Tough Choices & Ghosting Drama- EP3 Not A Therapy Session with Yogi & Kabeer
We’re kicking off the third episode episode of Not a therapy session with a nostalgic trip back to the 90s as we celebrate our Pride icon, Falguni Pathak, and her unforgettable music! 🎶 After jamming to some of her classic hits, we’ll dive into real-life dilemmas from our community. Here’s what we’re tackling this week:
1) How to deal with family pressure when you're in a relationship they don't approve of 💔: Pumpkin’s in a tough spot—his secret relationship got outed to his family, and now they’re giving him an ultimatum. Should he choose his family or his boyfriend?2) How to cope when your best friend ghosts you 😔: Laksh is struggling with being ghosted by his best friend, and it’s causing him major anxiety. How do you move on when a close connection fades away?3) How to overcome the fear of judgment and embrace your true self 💪: Pravin feels like he’s being judged for not fitting into traditional masculine roles. How can he boost his confidence and stop worrying about what others think?From throwback tunes to heartfelt advice, we’re here to help you navigate love, friendship, and self-acceptance. 🌈💬🙏 Your support keeps us going! Like, share, and spread the word—your enthusiasm means everything! If you’re new here, swagat hai to our Shuddh Desi Gay family! 🏳️🌈We hope our podcast brings you as much joy as it brings us. Muchas Gracias for watching and being a part of this incredible journey! 💖Don’t forget to subscribe and follow us @yogiandkabeer on Instagram, Threads, and LinkedIn for more! 🎧About Yogi and Kabeer: Former Radio Mirchi presenters, Yogi and Kabeer are now the hosts of India’s top LGBTQ+ podcast, Shuddh Desi Gay, a Spotify Original. In January 2023, they became the face of the country’s first same-sex partner insurance policy, appearing on outdoor hoardings across India. Their podcast won Best Self-Love and Motivation Podcast at the Hubhopper Podcast Awards 2022, and they were top nominees for LGBTQ+ Voice of the Year at the Cosmopolitan Blogger Awards 2023. Now based in Gurgaon, the couple also hosts their new podcast, Not a Therapy Session, available on YouTube and Spotify.Follow us-Instagram- https://tr.ee/VQ3J3pXcuDSpotify- https://shorturl.at/CUzFpLinkedin- https://shorturl.at/RFXhN34 min - Gay Husband, Straight Wife – Will the Marriage Survive? EP2 Not A Therapy Session with Yogi & Kabeer
In this episode of Not a Therapy Session, Yogi and Kabeer dive into three real-life love dilemmas:
1) Shamim, a 17-year-old NEET aspirant, fears his religious family's reaction to his sexuality. How can he stay focused on his studies while grappling with this?2) Ad Gie, a 27-year-old doctor, is frustrated with hookup culture and wonders if he'll ever find a long-term partner in the gay community.3) A married man who's been living a double life, caught between his gay identity and the responsibilities of a family.Join us for an honest, heartwarming chat about LGBTQ+ challenges, love, acceptance, and embracing your true self. Let’s make life a little easier together—because love is love. 💕 #LGBTQ #QueerCulture #GayInIndia #MentalHealth #LGBTQSupport #ComingOut #LoveIsLove✨ If you loved this episode, make sure to hit that subscribe button on our channel @yogiandkabeer!You can catch all the audio episodes on Spotify and follow us on Instagram, Threads, and LinkedIn: @yogiandkabeer. 📱🎧🙏 Your support means the world to us! Like, share, and tell your friends about our channel—your enthusiasm keeps us going! And if you’re new here, swagat hai to our Shuddh Desi Gay family! 🏳️🌈We hope our videos bring you as much khushi as they bring us. Muchas gracias for watching and joining us on this awesome journey! 💖About Yogi and Kabeer- Yogi and Kabeer, former radio presenters at Radio Mirchi, are the hosts of India’s leading LGBTQ+ podcast, Shuddh Desi Gay, a Spotify Original. In January 2023, they were featured on outdoor hoardings across India as the face of the country's first same-sex partner insurance policy. Their podcast won the Best Self-Love and Motivation Podcast at the Hubhopper Podcast Awards 2022, and they were top nominees for LGBTQ+ Voice of the Year at the Cosmopolitan Blogger Awards 2023. Currently based in Gurgaon, the couple now also hosts a brand-new podcast called Not a Therapy Session on Youtube and Spotify.Follow us-Instagram- https://tr.ee/VQ3J3pXcuDSpotify- https://shorturl.at/CUzFpLinkedin- https://shorturl.at/RFXhN31 min - Gay, Single, & Ready to Mingle? The Grindr Grind
🌈 Growing up gay in India, we know the challenges of navigating love, identity, and mental health in a society that often doesn't understand. In our first episode of "Not A Therapy Session," we dive into real, unfiltered discussions about the LGBTQ+ experience—from dealing with mixed signals in relationships to finding love as a chubby person in a world obsessed with appearances.
It’s not just about advice; it’s about sharing stories and creating a space where you feel seen and heard.💖 Whether you're struggling with one-sided love or trying to build meaningful friendships, we're here to help you uncomplicate life. We talk about the realities of coming out, the importance of LGBTQ+ support, and how to embrace your true self.Join us as we tackle these issues with honesty, humor, and a lot of heart. Let’s make life a little easier together—because, in the end, love is love. #LGBTQ #QueerCulture #GayInIndia #MentalHealth #LGBTQSupport #ComingOut #LoveIsLove✨ If you loved this episode, make sure to hit that subscribe button on our channel @yogiandkabeer!You can follow us on YouTube, Instagram, Threads and LinkedIn: @yogiandkabeer.🙏 Your support means the world to us! Like, share, and tell your friends about our channel—your enthusiasm keeps us going! And if you’re new here, swagat hai to our Shuddh Desi Gay family!We hope our videos bring you as much khushi as they bring us. Muchas gracias for watching and joining us on this awesome journey! 💕37 min
About Not a Therapy Session
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Welcome to "Not A Therapy Session" with Yogi and Kabeer! 🌈 Join us for honest, unfiltered talks about LGBTQ+ life—navigating relationships, self-love, and societal pressures. We mix humour with…
heartfelt stories to create a space where you feel seen and heard. Whether you're dealing with love challenges or building connections, we're here to share advice and support. Hit subscribe and join our Shuddh Desi Gay family! 💖