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There are many issues in the Desi community. In desiable podcasts, we go in depth to the causes of these problems, as well as some solutions. We love to share our experiences as second generation South Asian Teens!

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    • Apr 7, 2021 LATEST EPISODE
    • infrequent NEW EPISODES
    • 14m AVG DURATION
    • 19 EPISODES


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    Desiable X Chronically Brown

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 7, 2021 10:10


    In today's episode Sukhjeen, founder of @chronicallybrown, a UK based organization dedicated to empowering South Asians with chronic illness and disability. She tells us about why she started chronically brown, ways to erase stigmas and taboo, and more! Links: Chronically Brown's Instagram Chronically Brown's Website Our Instagram

    Normalized Colorism (Featuring: Zarin Rahman)

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 31, 2021 14:44


    Today we speak with Zarin Rahman on how colorism is deeply engrained into the South Asian community. She tells us about the origin, as well as some exampled of colorism. 

    The Daily Dosage X Desiable

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 20, 2021 17:36


    In this episode we chat with Riya, founder of the daily dosage. She tells us a little more about why she started the daily dosage, as long as ways to get more involved for those who may be interested in the medical field.

    Knowing your worth in a Toxic friendship

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 13, 2021 12:15


    Being a teenager includes having friends who stay and go. Unfortunately people often experience toxic relationships with their friends, or even significant other in which they experience emotional trauma. People often feel stuck in toxic relationships, as if there is no way out. In this episode, we pinpoint some ways to know your worth and navigate out of a relationship which you believe is toxic. 

    The Current State of Social Media (Featuring : Dirtbot)

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 6, 2021 17:18


    Social Media is very addicting. In this episode, we speak with @dirbot on how social media affects happiness, and the way we perceive ourselves. Follow @dirtbotboy on tik tok! CLICK HERE FOR MENTAL HEALTH RESOURCES

    The Lack of Representation

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 30, 2020 23:52


    In this episode with Aamani Sharma and Paree Oberoi, we dive deeper into the lack of representation of South Asians in the media. We discuss how the minimal representation has lead to self image issues based on negative stereotypes. 

    Overcoming hate with Saira Rao

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 23, 2020 15:22


    On today's episode we chatted with Saira Rao, who gained a platform very quickly. We discuss any racial based hate she received, as well a judgement along the way. She tells us about how she deals with hate, and gives advice to those who may be going through similar situations.  Follow Her Socials: Instagram:@srao2003 Tik Tok: @srao87

    Talking with the Karishma Children Welfare

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 11, 2020 5:35


    Today we have a mini episode featuring the Karishma Children Welfare. The Karishma Children Welfare is a youth-led organization that provides free mentoring services to underprivileged children, they also spread awareness of caste based discrimination. Today we learn more about the background, motives, and mission of the Karishma Children Welfare.

    Talking with Sabeen from Code Switched.

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 9, 2020 15:41


    In today's episode we chat with Sabeen from the series Code Switched. Follow her instagram: @soybeandip CLICK HERE TO WATCH CODESWITCHED

    Talking Acceptance with Palak Miglani

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 2, 2020 14:51


    There are many double standards in the brown community regarding acceptance. In this episode we discuss topics from clothing choice to double standards with a special guest a Palak Miglani, who has experienced some of these things.

    South Asian Mental Health

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 28, 2020 20:05


    Mental health is often over looked and not seen as important as physical health. Today we talk to our special guest, Ishika on ways to keep up with your mental health. Remember, you are valid and loved. If you ever feel as if you are struggling don't be afraid to reach for help. CLICK HERE FOR MENTAL HEALTH RESOURCES

    Interviewing Devi Jags from Sambar Kitchen

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 16, 2020 20:32


    On this episode of Desiable Podcasts, we interview Devi Jags, an entrepreneur who founded Sambar Kitchen. We discuss her journey, inspiration, and more on the process of starting a business.

    Desi Fashion

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 9, 2020 13:48


    Throughout South Asia there are many beautiful and diverse forms of fashion. On today's episode we talk to our guest Siaa about desi fashion, and ways to express yourself.

    Interviewing Mansha from Indian Matchmaking

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 2, 2020 19:32


    The reality show ‘Indian Matchmaking' was a huge hit on Netflix. On today's episode, we interviewed Mansha, who appeared on Indian Matchmaking.

    Empowering South Asian Women

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 26, 2020 11:24


    There are so many successful South Asian women in our society! In this episode of desiable podcasts, we will hear from some inspirational South Asian women, and their experiences in their field.

    Intergenerational Trauma

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 19, 2020 11:22


    On this episode of desiable podcasts, we will dive into intergenerational trauma, or trauma that commonly affects people as generations pass, as well as its causes. This podcast is 100% inspired by @browngirltrauma on instagram. Disclaimer. This episode of desiable mentions abuse, eating disorders, mental illness, anxiety, and depression. If you are triggered by any of these things please refrain from listening to this episode. If you or someone you know sufferers from any of these issues, please use these resources below. National Domestic Abuse Hotline: 1−800−799−7233 National eating Disorder hotline: 1-800-931-2237 Mental Health Hotline: 1-800-662-HELP (4357)

    Bollywood

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 12, 2020 11:41


    Bollywood is one of the biggest film industries in the world. They create amazing films ranging from action movies to iconic love stories. Unfortunately, Bollywood instills some negative stereotypes, and is often shown as a bit problematic. Join us in this episode of Desiable Podcasts, where we go more in depth on these issues!

    Struggling with Cultural Identity

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 5, 2020 14:06


    Many second generation asians struggle with their cultural identity. They grew up around multiple cultures, and have many options to identify with. This week we have special guests : Alisha, Trisha, and Isha who will share their personal experiences on struggling with their cultural identity.

    Unpacking Misogyny

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 29, 2020 13:27


    Misogyny is such a normalized part of society. Join us this week where we explain: the origins of misogyny, what misogyny looks like, the psychology of a misogynist and ways to battle misogyny. We have a special guest, Keerthana who goes more in depth on gender inequality.

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