Chai Chats

⭐ I'm back with Episode 12! Today, I cover all things related to the college application process. From curating your college list to creating vibrant video profiles to managing your mental health, I share allll the wisdom I've gained in the past couple of years. I also go through the various resources that have helped me along the way, all included below. https://www.collegeessayguy.com/ https://thisibelieve.org/ https://www.reddit.com/r/ApplyingToCollege/ Any comments/questions about this podcast? Follow us @chaichatsofficial on Instagram or email us at chaichatsofficial@gmail.com! 

⭐ Episode 11, babyyy! In this episode, I go over the process of finding and applying to your first job, sharing helpful insights along the way about resumes, recommendations, and rejection. I also share my personal journey that started almost a year ago and where I am now! Any comments/questions about this podcast? Follow us @chaichatsofficial on Instagram or email us at chaichatsofficial@gmail.com!

⭐ Hey there! Here's Episode 10 (woohoo!), where I talk about all my favorite books in the suspense/mystery category! One of my favorite genres ever is murder mystery/thriller set in the late 1800s/early 1900s with a strong female protagonist. Oddly specific, but maybe I'll do an episode later on these books, because trust me, there are a ton that fit in the category and it's one of my latest obsessions (along with Goodreads)! But in this episode, I'll read a summary of each novel to give you a brief overview of the plot, then move on to my own little commentary. Below you'll find a list of all the books and authors. :) Hopefully, you find one (or ten?!) you like and check them out! *Recorded in January of 2022, so some facts/details may be a little off! :)* *Just a note that some of the books may contain more mature topics/themes, so it would be best to read at your own discretion.* 1) Bad Girls Don't Die Trilogy by Katie Alender 2) Frozen Charlotte by Alex Bell 3) Charlotte Says by Alex Bell 4) One of Us is Lying by Karen M. McManus 5) One of Us is Next by Karen M. McManus 6) Two Can Keep a Secret by Karen M. McManus 7) Famous Last Words by Katie Alender 8) These Shallow Graves by Jennifer Donnelly (one of my favs

⭐ Hey, hey, hey- here's Episode 9! In this episode, I talk about what I learned from a vErY hectic finals week both in terms of academics and mental health. I go into some of the tips/realizations I had and hope to take with me moving forward in the spring semester. I hope it's helpful to you all; enjoy! Some resources I mentioned in the episode: Professor Leonard

⭐ Welcome to Episode 8! In this episode, I speak about all the things I wish I knew before starting high school. Whether it's joining clubs, friendships, or dealing with teachers, I spill it all. The advice I give comes from what I've learned over the past couple of years as well as things I have constantly heard from those who have graduated. Whether you're entering high school or all already in it, enjoy the episode! Note: This episode was meant to be up late July/early August, but with school and other commitments, it got a little hectic. It's here now! :) Any comments/questions about this podcast? Follow us @chaichatsofficial on Instagram or email us at chaichatsofficial@gmail.com!

⭐ Hello friends, here's Episode 7! This episode is super short simply because I talk about a couple of things going on in my life right now and whatever is on my mind. Let me know how you feel about this less-structured episode and any suggestions for future ones. Enjoy! Any comments/questions about this podcast? Follow us @chaichatsofficial on Instagram or email us at chaichatsofficial@gmail.com!

⭐ Hello, hello & welcome to Episode 6! In this episode, I am joined by my (wise?) older sister, Deena, who has a lot to say about the process of applying to college. We do this almost interview-style and she describes her experiences in the last couple of months and shares some pretty valuable advice regarding everything from mental health to letters of recommendation to a general timeline you should try to stick to! Just a disclaimer, though, that we're not professionals in any sense and have no idea what your individual situation looks like. With that being said, take the advice we give with a grain of salt and make sure you do your own research to see what works for you, but feel free to check out any of the resources we mention! Good luck with college apps! :) Any comments/questions about this podcast? Follow us @chaichatsofficial on Instagram or email us at dontjudgepodcast@gmail.com! Nimah ⭐ --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/chaichats/message

⭐ (NOTE: This episode was originally published MAY 30, but due to a technical issue, had to be republished on JULY 29. Keep in my mind it was meant to be May's episode and was recorded in that month as well. Enjoy!) Welcome to Episode 4! In this episode, I bring on a very special guest: my little sister, Rahma! As an incoming 6th grader, she has tons of questions, worries, and excitement to share with all of you. I address her questions with my advice and reflect back on the experiences that have helped me become more confident in myself. p.s. Despite her being a bit quiet, I promise I didn't force Rahma to come onto the podcast; She just wasn't sure when to speak, haha!

⭐ Episode 5 is here! In this episode, I talk through a list of various activities to keep you productive and occupied this summer! I tried to cover a wide range of activities to fit nearly everyone's tastes. Therefore, if some of the activities are more general, it's so that you can put a twist on it with your unique interests! If you're still reading this, here's a great resource to check out to find a job near you this summer (or to save for the future): *indeed.com* This website is super helpful to get really specific in the type of job you want. The website occasionally has some internships for high schoolers sprinkled throughout as well! p.s. don't forget to follow the ig! that's all for this episode! :) Any comments/questions about this podcast? Email us at dontjudgepodcast@gmail.com, leave a voice message, or reach out on Instagram!

⭐ Welcome to Episode 3! This episode is all about one of my favorite pastimes: reading! I'll go through a list of my favorite books, giving a short summary from Goodreads and my own commentary along the way. In this episode, I cover a ton of genres: everything from action to romance to sci-fi, and even a bit of historical fiction! *To my Muslim listeners: Ramadan Mubarak (even though we're almost halfway, haha)!

⭐ Welcome to the second episode! Join me as I dive into the daunting world of doing college coursework while in high school. In this episode, I share my experiences as an early college student, the pros and cons of the program, and how things are doing for me now that I'm a part of this journey! *Note: You'll notice the word "virtual" used a lot in the episode. For those listening in the future, this is in the context of COVID-19, currently requiring most schools to be online. Also, I'm not too sure what happened with the editing of the audio at the end, haha!* Sources discussed listed below! https://www.ncsl.org/research/education/early-and-middle-colleges-offer-high-school-alternative.aspx https://www.cde.ca.gov/ci/gs/hs/echsgen.asp#:~:text=California%20Education%20Code%20(EC)Section,earn%20a%20high%20school%20diploma Any comments/questions about this podcast? Reach out at dontjudgepodcast@gmail.com or leave a voice message!

⭐ Welcome to the first episode! Join me and my older sister, Deena, as we dive a little deeper into the meaning of hijab, how it impacts our everyday lives, what modesty means to us, and the good and the bad that comes with covering your head. In this episode, we share our different experiences that have shaped our identities as hijabis and given us the confidence to be strong Muslimahs. Disclaimer: I highly suggest if you want an Islamic opinion, to contact an imam or scholar. We are in no way professionals, and are just sharing our opinions and perspectives! Any comments/questions about this podcast? Reach out at don'tjudgepodcast@gmail.com or leave a voice message! ⭐ --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/chaichats/message

⭐ Welcome to the podcast! Click here to get to know a little about me and join me as I give a *quick* overview of what you're in for!