In episode 54, Julie speaks with Arshiya Kherani.  Arshiya is a Leadership Coach who partners with rising leaders with hyphenated backgrounds through her program, Niyah Coaching. She is a storyteller & entrepreneur at heart, and is a Co-Founder at Potluck Stories, an LA-based community organization that hosts monthly interactive storytelling events that amplifies underrepresented voices.  Tune in to hear Arshiya walk us through the various twists and turns she's encountered in her 20s and continues to navigate in her 30s.  You'll gain insights into: O ..read more

In episode 53, Julie speaks with Jenova Juliann Pryor on her Blindian relationship journey.   Jenova, a Malayalee Indian American, and her husband, Denzel Pryor, became an internet sensation after their wedding video — showcasing Denzel reciting parts of his vows in Malayalam — went viral in 2022. In this episode, we discuss Jenova's upbringing and cultural community How she met her husband What it was like telling her parents and family Challenges and triumphs of navigating a Blindian relationship   Advice she has for others Thank you to sponsor: Pajama Sutra, a Sout ..read more

In Episode 52, Julie chats with Sonya Patel, host of Your Big Sis podcast.  We discuss all things dating faux pas and talk through various submissions from listeners of things that are immediate turn offs! We discuss vaping, confidence, table manners, bragging, infidelity, and more.   Thank you to our SPONSOR: Pajama Sutra , a South Asian owned loungewear brand on a mission to inspire women to lounge like a goddess.  Pajama Sutra offers an exquisite range of loungewear that includes robes, kaftans, rompers, pajamas, and matching mommy and me sets, that bring luxur ..read more

In episode 50, Julie speaks with relationship coach Natasha Mahtani.  Natasha is a certified Relationship Coach and accredited Divorce Coach. Coming from a South Asian background and having lived in Liberia, England, Nigeria, Ireland, India, Hong Kong and Taiwan,  she understands the cultural nuances within relationships and more specifically, the limiting narratives and beliefs that surface in relationships across many cultures. Natasha helps women of color, globally, to increase their sense of self-worth, show up for themselves, identify and rewire their limiting beliefs an ..read more

In episode 49, Julie chats with fashion entreprenuer, Megha Rao,  founder behind the renowned Indo Western fashion brand, holiCHIC by Megha.   In this chat, Julie and Megha discuss: Inception of creating holiCHIC while working a full time corporate job How she found her business partner and co-founder Making the transition from side hustle to full time business Pivoting the business in the pandemic Constructs of sustainability in the fashion world + her perspectives and experiences with gatekeeping and support within the South Asian community Role of mentorships ..read more

In this episode, Julie talks with Indian Matchmaking Season 2 castmember Shital Patel!  Shital and Julie have a fun chat discussing :  What it was like being on the Netflix Indian Matchmaking  Working with Sima Aunty  Girl talk about dating in NYC in her 20s & 30s  Exercising patience & not settling  The mindset work she's done with her Coach  Her new relationship and how it started  Advice for others waiting to find their true love We end with some rapid fire questions to get to know Shital more . Thanks, Shital for coming on the show and cand ..read more

In episode 48, Julie meets again with Shital Patel, known for her appearances on Indian Matchmaking (IMM) Season 2 and Season 3.  Shital originally came on our podcast in 2022 and I'm so thrilled to have her back today.    In this episode, Shital opens up about life post IMM Season 3   We mainly discuss the ending of the relationship that we saw on TV; what she learned through it, how she healed from the breakup, the challenges and unique aspects of navigating such a personal experience being in the public eye, and what she's looking forward to the most as she enters her 40 ..read more

In episode 47, Julie meets with her Fall in MalayaLove (FIM) co-founder, Matt George to discuss details and behind the scenes of planning the first ever FIM Speed Dating event for Malayalee Christians. Tune in to hear Matt and Julie discuss the following:  Origin story and why they started FIM Initial fears or uncertainties regarding whether there would be enough interest Negative reactions or backlash from the community  Finances associated with the event  Success metrics of matching from the event Feedback from participants and things they would have done differently  Th ..read more

  In episode 46, Julie meets with her friend Rachel Varkey, also the host of the It's Fine Podcast Rachel opens up about her experiences with infertility and the various treatment options she underwent to pursue a path toward motherhood. We learn about: Rachel's background and desires for motherhood growing  Process she underwent with IUI and IVF and what you can expect Impact of infertility on her marriage and how she and her husband coped Advice for those who are struggling with conception How we can create a more supportive and empathetic community for those struggling with ferti ..read more

Julie records a solo episode reflecting on the summer, featuring road trips, missing flights, and speed dating event planning.  She also discusses the concept of cohabitation before marriage, while sharing her own experiences and opinions.    Subscribe to our NEWSLETTER HERE GET IN TOUCH WITH US: Connect with The Brown Girl Podcast  IG: https://www.instagram.com/thebrowngirl_podcast/ Connect with Julie  IG: https://www.instagram.com/thejuliegeorge ..read more