In today’s world, therapy and mental health conversations have become more mainstream than ever - especially after COVID. But are we truly understanding mental health, or are we just repeating Instagram therapy buzzwords?

In this episode of Not Your Aunty, we dive into the reality of therapy culture, the pressures young people face today, and why parenting has become more complicated than ever. From social media comparison to rising body image issues among teenagers, this conversation explores how modern challenges are reshaping emotional well-being. We discuss the growing overwhelm faced by today’s generation, the stigma that still surrounds therapy, and why building psychologically strong children in India is becoming one of the biggest parenting challenges of our time.

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In this episode, Shunali and Kiran engage in a lively discussion about Shunali's recent travels to promote his book across India, focusing on his nostalgic return to Delhi.

They compare Delhi to Bombay, discussing the cultural, financial, and social contrasts between the two cities. Shunali shares her experiences shopping in Delhi's extravagant malls, the charming winter season, and the city's exquisite bookstores. They also touch upon stark differences in women's safety, traffic woes, and the vibrant yet challenging lifestyle in Delhi and Bombay. Through humorous anecdotes and thoughtful reflections, they paint a vivid picture of India's contrasting metropolitan centers.

Chapters:

00:00 Reunion and Book Promotion

00:15 Delhi vs. Bombay: A Tale of Two Cities

00:44 Delhi's Winter Charm and Shopping Extravaganza

04:02 The High Cost of Fashion

06:32 Floral Adventures and Birthday Celebrations

11:29 Bookstores and Reading Culture

16:45 Safety Concerns and Cultural Differences

20:19 Delhi's Unique Conversations and Observations

22:23 Final Thoughts on Delhi and Bombay

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Get ready to laugh out loud with the hilarious "Not Your Aunty" podcast! Hosted by the dynamic duo Kiran Manral and Shunali Shroff, this show tackles topics like parenting, relationships, social media, and societal expectations with wit, humor, and relatable stories.

👉 Discover fresh perspectives on careers, body image, and relationships 👉 Unwind with entertaining banter and comedic timing

👉 Dismantle stereotypes and embrace body positivity

Join Kiran and Shunali as they navigate the roller coaster of life, offering laughter and warmth with every episode.

Subscribe now for a weekly dose of fun and honesty!

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DISCLAIMER: The views, information, or opinions expressed during this podcast are solely those of the guests appearing on the podcast and do not reflect the views of Host (s) or Ideabrew Solutions Pvt. Ltd. (Ideabrew Studios). Ideabrew Solutions Pvt. Ltd., the hosts, and its respective parents, subsidiaries, affiliates, successors, assigns, employees, agents, directors, officers, and shareholders do not assume any liability or responsibility, nor do they endorse the views, information, or opinions expressed by the guest. Under no circumstances will Ideabrew Solutions Pvt. Ltd. or the hosts assume direct or indirect responsibility or liability arising from the views, information, or opinions expressed by the guest, including but not limited to claims for defamation, libel, slander, infringement, invasion of privacy and publicity rights, obscenity, pornography, profanity, fraud, or misrepresentation. Ideabrew Solutions Pvt. Ltd. or the hosts have no control over or endorsement of the views, information, or opinions expressed by the guest. They serve merely as distributors/interviewers, acting as passive conduits for the distribution of this podcast. Ideabrew Solutions Pvt. Ltd. or Hosts do not warrant that the views, information, or opinions expressed in the podcast are accurate, complete, or true. Any views or opinions expressed in the podcast are not intended to malign any religion, ethnic group, club, organization, or individual.

In this episode of Not Your Aunty, we sit down with Divia Thani,

Divia led Conde Nast Traveler India for 10 years, with her final year being 2020 — the most difficult period the global travel and hospitality industry has ever faced.

In this wide-ranging conversation, she speaks candidly about:

“Everything you say about India is completely true to one person

From luxury travel to identity, sustainability, and cultural perception — this episode offers rare insight into how the world looks at India, and how travel itself is being redefined.

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Ideabrew Solutions Pvt. Ltd. or the hosts have no control over or endorsement of the views, information, or opinions expressed by the guest. They serve merely as distributors/interviewers, acting as passive conduits for the distribution of this podcast. Ideabrew Solutions Pvt. Ltd. or Hosts do not warrant that the views, information, or opinions expressed in the podcast are accurate, complete, or true.

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What really happens after marriage ends — or when it no longer defines you?

In this powerful episode of Not Your Aunty, author Kiran Manral joins co-host Shunali Shroff to discuss her latest novel The Wrong Way Home — a sharp, funny, and deeply uncomfortable look at modern womanhood, ambition, divorce, friendship, and identity.

This conversation goes far beyond a book launch.

They talk honestly about:

Why women pay a hidden price for ambition

Losing yourself in marriage and finding yourself after

Writing unlikable, real female characters

Female friendships that sustain you in midlife

Divorce, dating, and starting over in your 40s

Why women feel guilty for wanting more

The myth of work–life balance for women

Motherhood, sacrifice, and societal expectations

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Ideabrew Solutions Pvt. Ltd. or the hosts have no control over or endorsement of the views, information, or opinions expressed by the guest. They serve merely as distributors/interviewers, acting as passive conduits for the distribution of this podcast. Ideabrew Solutions Pvt. Ltd. or Hosts do not warrant that the views, information, or opinions expressed in the podcast are accurate, complete, or true.

Any views or opinions expressed in the podcast are not intended to malign any religion, ethnic group, club, organization, or individual.

Why were women taught to walk “pencil straight” with no sway — and then suddenly expected to become “sexy” after marriage?

In this powerful cold-start, Seema Anand reveals how ancient Indian culture once celebrated sensuality, embodied confidence and female desire — and how over centuries, shame was strategically inserted to control women.

From the “loose vagina myth”, to the way women’s bodies were policed, and how figures like Sita were reduced only to suffering instead of strength — this conversation exposes the cultural conditioning that still shapes how Indian women view sexuality today.

This is not about rebellion. It is about truth, agency, and unlearning shame.

This episode opens with a striking contrast — young girls once taught to walk without swaying their hips, versus ancient traditions where women were taught to embody sensuality with confidence. Seema Anand explains how the narrative of shame around women’s bodies and desire was created — and why it still controls women today.

How Indian women were trained to suppress their sensuality.

The cultural contradiction between purity before marriage and performance after

Why women like Sita are remembered only for sacrifice, not strength

The truth behind the “Loose Vagina” myth

How shame was engineered as a tool of control

Women today still feel guilt around pleasure, movement, expression, and desire. This conversation helps dismantle centuries of conditioning and offers a powerful framework to reclaim confidence and self-trust.

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Ideabrew Solutions Pvt. Ltd. or the hosts have no control over or endorsement of the views, information, or opinions expressed by the guest. They serve merely as distributors/interviewers, acting as passive conduits for the distribution of this podcast. Ideabrew Solutions Pvt. Ltd. or Hosts do not warrant that the views, information, or opinions expressed in the podcast are accurate, complete, or true.

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Indian actress Perizaad Zorabian opens up about her rare journey from Bollywood and theatre to becoming a powerful entrepreneur in India’s clean food industry. In this in-depth podcast episode, Perizaad talks about studying acting at Lee Strasberg in New York, working in offbeat Bollywood cinema, and eventually stepping away from fame to build a vertically integrated, antibiotic-free chicken brand.

This conversation explores women entrepreneurship, motherhood, work guilt, ethical business practices, food safety myths, clean eating, branding, SEO, and leadership. Perizaad also shares why she chose family over films at her peak and how integrity, trust, and quality shaped her ₹120+ crore business.

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This episode challenges the idea that success must follow a single path. Perizaad’s story highlights how women can evolve, reinvent themselves, and lead with integrity. It also offers rare transparency about India’s food industry and the discipline required to scale an ethical business without compromising values.

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Get ready to laugh out loud with the hilarious "Not Your Aunty" podcast! Hosted by the dynamic duo Kiran Manral and Shunali Shroff, this show tackles topics like parenting, relationships, social media, and societal expectations with wit, humor, and relatable stories.

👉 Discover fresh perspectives on careers, body image, and relationships

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Under no circumstances will Ideabrew Solutions Pvt. Ltd. or the hosts assume direct or indirect responsibility or liability arising from the views, information, or opinions expressed by the guest, including but not limited to claims for defamation, libel, slander, infringement, invasion of privacy and publicity rights, obscenity, pornography, profanity, fraud, or misrepresentation. Ideabrew Solutions Pvt. Ltd. or the hosts have no control over or endorsement of the views, information, or opinions expressed by the guest. They serve merely as distributors/interviewers, acting as passive conduits for the distribution of this podcast. Ideabrew Solutions Pvt. Ltd. or Hosts do not warrant that the views, information, or opinions expressed in the podcast are accurate, complete, or true.

What if everything we were taught about Draupadi, virginity, purity and women in mythology was misunderstood?

Get ready to laugh out loud with the hilarious "Not Your Aunty" podcast! Hosted by the dynamic duo Kiran Manral and Shunali Shroff, this show tackles topics like parenting, relationships, social media, and societal expectations with wit, humor, and relatable stories.

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What happens when one of India’s most respected cultural voices has lived with the supernatural since age five?

In this mind-blowing episode of Not Your Aunty, Sanjoy K. Roy — the man behind the iconic Jaipur Literature Festival (JLF) — shares the most shocking, intimate and never-before-told stories of his paranormal encounters.

From floating energies to skeletal hands, hotel room presences, ancient spirits in Jerusalem, family deities showing up physically, and terrifying near-possession experiences — this conversation will leave you questioning reality.

But this episode isn’t just about ghosts.

Sanjoy also opens up about:

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In this explosive episode of Not Your Aunty, we sit down with one of India’s most influential luxury voices — Kalyani Chawla — former Brand Ambassador & Communications Head of Dior India, entrepreneur, fashion insider, and unapologetic truth-teller.

Kalyani opens up like never before.

From building Dior’s presence in a country that barely understood luxury… to introducing Bollywood to high-fashion… to changing how Indian women dress — Kalyani has lived many lives. But behind the glamour, she reveals the pressure, loneliness, and the mental health battles she fought for years.

In this episode, Kalyani shares:

Kalyani is raw, funny, vulnerable and brutally honest — exactly why this is one of our most powerful episodes yet.

If you’ve ever struggled with self-worth, career transitions, style identity, or mental health — this conversation will stay with you.

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Get ready to laugh out loud with the hilarious "Not Your Aunty" podcast! Hosted by the dynamic duo Kiran Manral and Shunali Shroff, this show tackles topics like parenting, relationships, social media, and societal expectations with wit, humor, and relatable stories.

👉 Discover fresh perspectives on careers, body image, and relationships

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The views, information, or opinions expressed during this podcast are solely those of the guests appearing on the podcast and do not reflect the views of Host (s) or Ideabrew Solutions Pvt. Ltd. (Ideabrew Studios).

Under no circumstances will Ideabrew Solutions Pvt. Ltd. or the hosts assume direct or indirect responsibility or liability arising from the views, information, or opinions expressed by the guest, including but not limited to claims for defamation, libel, slander, infringement, invasion of privacy and publicity rights, obscenity, pornography, profanity, fraud, or misrepresentation.

Ideabrew Solutions Pvt. Ltd. or the hosts have no control over or endorsement of the views, information, or opinions expressed by the guest. They serve merely as distributors/interviewers, acting as passive conduits for the distribution of this podcast. Ideabrew Solutions Pvt. Ltd. or Hosts do not warrant that the views, information, or opinions expressed in the podcast are accurate, complete, or true.

Any views or opinions expressed in the podcast are not intended to malign any religion, ethnic group, club, organization, or individual.

Join us on Not Your Aunty as India’s only Master of Wine, Sonal Holland, uncorks her fascinating journey: from tasting rooms to transforming the country’s wine culture.

Sonal breaks down the evolving wine scene in India, why Indian palates are changing fast, and how to actually understand what is in your glass (without pretending you smell “forest floor”).

Expect great tips, zero snobbery, lots of laughs—and a whole lot of wine wisdom.

If you have ever stared at a wine list and panicked, this episode is your new best friend.

Cheers, and happy sipping!