Have you ever wondered about conditions like ADhD and Autism and how to advocate for people who are neurodivergent? We're excited to talk to Khushboo a program manager from Neurodiversity Pathways! Highlights include: Khushboo's experience working with South Asian families as a behavior analyst, the effects of not having agency as a child and how it trickles into adulthood, and learning more about neurodiversity and how to be an ally!  Khushboo is deeply passionate about diversity and inclusion, a Neurodiversity Specialist and a Transformational Leader, on a mission to advocate for and he ..read more

Have you noticed similarities and differences between Desi Americans and Desi immigrants? We’re excited to present a podswap with Pallavi Janiani from the Caffeinated Brown Girl podcast! Highlights include: Pallavi’s experience growing up in a joint family in Jaipur, India and moving to Minneapolis during the height of the 2016 election; breaking down “ABCD” “coconut” and “FOB” stereotypes; cultural assimilation, parental strictness, dating, and everything in between! Pallavi is a 23 year old professional from Jaipur, India currently residing in Minneapolis, MN. As host of Caffeinated Brown Gi ..read more

In this episode we chat about the Netflix show “Bridgerton,” share our thoughts on Simone Ashley as Kate Sharma in Season 2, and discuss color-conscious casting and South Asian representation in media. We also discuss the Meghan Markle interview with Oprah - how the comments about colorism and the family drama hit a little too close to home, and how Bridgerton’s utopian portrayal of royal life doesn’t necessarily play out in real life. We also read our favorite reactions to the show that you shared with us!  Also the special intro/outro for this episode is featuring a super dope Bridgerto ..read more

Have you had an experience where someone crossed your boundaries? We had a very relatable and eye-opening chat with Dr. Varuna Srinivasan (@drvarunasrinivasan #southasiansexed) about the importance of consent in dating, sex and relationships (both romantic and non-romantic), and how to establish boundaries with ourselves before setting them with others. Listen to learn how toxic masculinity can also be enabled by women, and why sexual exploration is so important - particularly in South Asian communities. Content warning: brief mentions of rape and sexual assault Follow Dr. Varuna Srinivasan: I ..read more

We’re excited to present a podswap with Jani Rad from What’s On Your Mind! Jani is a professional storyteller, speaker, trainer, and mindset coach. Join us as we discuss all things career, mindset, expectations, living our lives, and navigating cultural pressure. Give Jani’s podcast a listen as well! Follow Desi American Life @desiamericanpod on Instagram, Facebook and Twitter, or send us an email desiamericanlife@gmail.com Follow Jani on: Instagram: @janirad.me Website: janirad.com TEDxMemphis talk: “What’s Your Story?” Fill out our guest/feedback form: http://bit.ly/2KlTyi6 Music by Thusanth ..read more

How has the pandemic affected your dating lives? We asked our listeners to submit their Corona Pyaar Hai stories from the past year - whether they started dating someone new, got engaged, went on Zoom dates, or finally met up with someone long-distance - and we shared our favorites on this episode! Follow Desi American Life @desiamericanpod on Instagram, Facebook and Twitter, or send us an email desiamericanlife@gmail.com Fill out our guest/feedback form: http://bit.ly/2KlTyi6 Music by Thusanthan Kannan http://soundcloud.com/thuskann ..read more

Welcome to Season 2 of Desi American Life! In today’s episode, Deepti, Uma, and Priya discuss marriage and dating with Radha Patel, founder of the matchmaking service Single to Shaadi. We explore various different issues with dating within Brown culture, such as overzealous moms creating marriage profiles for their children, how to avoid ghosting, and the pressure to get married by a certain age. Follow Radha on Instagram, Single to Shaadi Instagram & website (mention "Desi American Life" at signup for a free intro session with Radha!) Follow Desi American Life @desiamericanpod on Instagra ..read more

As a special bonus, Uma, Deepti, and Swethan talk about Halloween traditions, haunted places in India, creepy ghost stories, and more.  Follow Desi American Life @desiamericanpod on Instagram, Facebook and Twitter, or send us an email desiamericanlife@gmail.com Fill out our guest/feedback form: http://bit.ly/2KlTyi6 Music by Thusanthan Kannan http://soundcloud.com/thuskann ..read more

In part 2 of our 2020 Election series, Deepti, Priya, and Uma discuss the upcoming national elections, and speak to a first-time Gen Z voter, and a friend who phone banked for the Wisconsin Democratic Party. They discuss the importance of voting despite feeling uncertain about the political climate and the candidates, the pros and cons of ranked choice voting, and how to balance voting for the issues that are important to you while thinking about the greater good. Links mentioned https://votesaveamerica.com/adopt-a-state/ Follow Desi American Life @desiamericanpod on Instagram, Facebook and ..read more

In part 1 of our 2020 Election series, Deepti, Priya, and Uma have a conversation with Sri Muppidi, a South-Asian American running for city council in Dublin, California. She talks about being a young candidate, the need for diverse candidates, and inspires us to get involved in our local communities. Stay tuned for part 2 of our 2020 Election series, where we talk about the national elections and speak to a first-time Gen Z voter and a friend who phone banked for the Wisconsin Democratic Party. Follow Desi American Life @desiamericanpod on Instagram, Facebook, and Twitter, or send us an email ..read more