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Just two fun loving Pakistani American friends talking about important life topics and trying to raise awareness of what really matters

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    • Feb 12, 2023 LATEST EPISODE
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    • 37m AVG DURATION
    • 114 EPISODES


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    No D*cks just Chicks!

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 12, 2023 11:02


    A very short discussion over celebrating Galentine's Day

    Jalebiyan Ep:113 'Young American Pakistani progressive perspective'

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 24, 2022 37:52


    There are many ways of parenting and most of them are probably right. But the real question is: Does your parenting style help your child grow into a better version of themselves or a version of how you perceive a ‘good child'? A passionate conversation with Nameer Khan! (Narjis's son) We have got to listen to our youth and modify our parenting styles. Let's fill the gap and let our children express how they feel. I know you are going to love this conversation. Do listen, share and give feedback. Available wherever you get your podcast from. Follow us on Ig and Facebook @jalebiyan.podcast Email for inquiries: Jalebiyan.podcast@gmail.com

    Jalebiyan Ep: 112 'Keep moving forward' (English episode)

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 17, 2022 46:05


    Women especially desi/brown women are still struggling with the stigma of divorce and starting over again. Permitted by God but not by society.  Talking with a Bengali friend about her journey of moving forward.  Available wherever you get your podcast from. Hosted by Lalarukh and Narjis Follow us on Ig and Facebook @jalebiyan.podcast Email for inquiries: Jalebiyan.podcast@gmail.com

    Jalebiyan Ep: 111 'Every child is an artist'

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 10, 2022 41:51


    A conversation for our youth with dreams to make art, and for parents and society that does not give artists a break.  Arman is talking to us about his journey of passion and music.  https://linktr.ee/exmaxhina?utm_source=linktree_profile_share<sid=a9142a34-1789-4075-830b-42ca2e64cfe5 Available wherever you get your podcast from. Hosted by Lalarukh and Narjis Follow us on Ig and Facebook @jalebiyan.podcast Email for inquiries: Jalebiyan.podcast@gmail.com

    Jalebiyan Ep: 110 'Half year gone, Half to go!'

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 3, 2022 22:23


    Sharing five key thoughts that inspire us to stay motivated to finish the year strong. Available wherever you get your podcast from. Hosted by Lalarukh and Narjis Follow us on Ig and Facebook @jalebiyan.podcast Email for inquiries: Jalebiyan.podcast@gmail.com

    Jalebiyan Ep: 109 'Pretty Privilege'

    Play Episode Listen Later May 27, 2022 31:18


    Is it real? Something we all think about but usually are not willing to talk about. Available wherever you get your podcast from. Hosted by Lalarukh and Narjis Follow us on Ig and Facebook @jalebiyan.podcast Email for inquiries: Jalebiyan.podcast@gmail.com

    Jalebiyan Ep:108 'Goodbye tension, Hello pension' (English episode)

    Play Episode Listen Later May 13, 2022 44:57


    Talking about the chapter of life that you can design for yourself. When you have taken care of your responsibilities, what and how do you plan to enjoy? Intimate girlfriend conversation with Julie P. Available wherever you get your podcast from. Hosted by Lalarukh and Narjis Follow us on Ig and Facebook @jalebiyan.podcast Email for inquiries: Jalebiyan.podcast@gmail.com

    Jalebiyan Ep: 107 'The productivity virus'

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 29, 2022 20:43


    Productivity is a philosophy of life, a state of mind. But what does that mean for you? Do you live to check off things from a to do list or taking naps in sun and enjoying butterflies and hummingbirds are part of being productive. Available wherever you get your podcast from. Hosted by Lalarukh and Narjis Follow us on Ig and Facebook @jalebiyan.podcast Email for inquiries: Jalebiyan.podcast@gmail.com

    Jalebiyan Ep: 106 'Mashwara ya Naseehat'

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 22, 2022 19:51


    A difference between advice and advise. Seeking advice encourages information exchange, learning and meaningful connection between us and our friends. So who do you ask for advise and how do you implement.

    Jalebiyan Ep: 105 'Desi men and spiritual transformation'

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 15, 2022 30:07


    A fresh perspective from Jazz about learning emotional skills to live a purposeful life. https://reflectandrespond.com/ http://www.facebook.com/reflectandrespond/ http://www.instgram.com/reflectandrespond Available wherever you get your podcast from. Hosted by Lalarukh and Narjis Follow us on Ig and Facebook @jalebiyan.podcast Email for inquiries: Jalebiyan.podcast@gmail.com

    Jalebiyan Ep: 104 'Perspective (Zaaviya)'

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 8, 2022 25:54


    It's all about perspective (Zaaviya). Life is much simpler if we don't cling to what we think is right. Let us know what you think. Available wherever you get your podcast from. Hosted by Lalarukh and Narjis Follow us on Ig and Facebook @jalebiyan.podcast Email for inquiries: Jalebiyan.podcast@gmail.com

    Jalebiyan Ep: 103 'Ramadan Rediness'

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 1, 2022 27:25


    Ramadan Mubarak! Our take on Ramadan preparation; physically, mentally and spiritually. Setting intentions in the key to Ramadan. Available wherever you get your podcast from. Hosted by Lalarukh and Narjis Follow us on Ig and Facebook @jalebiyan.podcast Email for inquiries: Jalebiyan.podcast@gmail.com

    Jalebiyan Ep: 102 'Door of Awareness' NGO

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 25, 2022 24:13


    Proud Pakistani moment! Drum roll Conversation with Ruba Humayun, Founder and CEO of ‘Door of Awareness'. NGO that we trust and believe in. The amazing work this foundation doing is beyond words. 26 schools in Lahore slums, vocational school for women, girls and boys, matrimonial services, and thrift shop to raise money for the foundation. She is making a difference in our society and we have a chance to help educate Pakistan. How to make a contribution: MCB Bank details : Bank Address: New Garden town Lhr Account Title : Door of Awareness Branch Code: 1080 IBAN : PK94MUCB0562175981006739 SWIFT CODE: MUCBPKKA Account number 0562175981006739 *Door of Awareness* *Facebook:* https://www.facebook.com/doorofawareness/ *Instagram:* https://instagram.com/doorofawareness?utm_medium=copy_link *Spares Facebook:* https://www.facebook.com/DOASpares/ *Spares Instagram:* https://instagram.com/doathriftshop?utm_medium=copy_link *YouTube:* https://youtube.com/user/doafoundation Kindly like the pages please✨✨ Share this message in your contacts as well!✨✨ Thank you☺️✨ Hosted by Lalarukh and Narjis Follow us on Ig and Facebook @jalebiyan.podcast Email for inquiries: Jalebiyan.podcast@gmail.com

    Jalebiyan Ep: 101 'Justice System for Women in Pakistan'

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 18, 2022 26:07


    1000 honor killings in Pakistan, every year. Islami Jamhooria Pakistan. Jago Pakistan. And that's why We March! Available wherever you get your podcast from. Hosted by Lalarukh and Narjis Follow us on Ig and Facebook @jalebiyan.podcast Email for inquiries: Jalebiyan.podcast@gmail.com

    Jalebiyan Ep: 100 'Post Wedding Blues'

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 11, 2022 33:44


    “Post wedding blues” yup that's the topic this week. I know, I know no one talks about it, that's why we are. BTW watch “mr Charming” on YouTube for better understanding. Do listen, share and give feedback Available wherever you get your podcast from. Follow us on Ig and Facebook @jalebiyan.podcast Email for inquiries: Jalebiyan.podcast@gmail.com

    Jalebiyan Ep: 99 'Emotionally absent parent'

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 4, 2022 31:54


    Another episode relating to parenting. “Emotionally absent parents”. Just a suggestion to look within and around to notice the impact. Do listen, share and give feedback. Available wherever you get your podcast from. Follow us on Ig and Facebook @jalebiyan.podcast Email for inquiries: Jalebiyan.podcast@gmail.com Hosted and produced by: Lala and Narjis

    Jalebiyan Ep: 98 'What is Romance?'

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 18, 2022 27:41


    What is a romantic expression for you? Does it need to be something grand and expensive or something intimate and personal? The word romantic was originated basically to describe imagination, but what does this word actually mean to you and has it changed overtime? Hosted by Lala and Narjis Please listen, share and give your thoughts Available wherever you get your podcast from. Follow us on Ig and Facebook @jalebiyan.podcast Email for inquiries: Jalebiyan.podcast@gmail.com

    Jalebiyan Ep: 97 'menu note vikha, mera mood bana'

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 11, 2022 37:44


    An open and honest conversation about Money. It's about time!! Hosted by Lala and Narjis Please listen, share and give your thoughts Available wherever you get your podcast from. Follow us on Ig and Facebook @jalebiyan.podcast Email for inquiries: Jalebiyan.podcast@gmail.com

    Jalebiyan Ep: 96 'Islam aur Laundi'

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 4, 2022 31:33


    Talking about a sensitive topic that has mixed point views presented by current Islamic scholars and moulvis. We are talking about the concept of slave girls known as Laundis (concubines). We can't rule out common sense when we talk religion. Emotional attachment to ideas creates chaos. Please listen, share and provide feedback. Available wherever you get your podcast from. Follow us on Ig and Facebook @Jalebiyan.podcast Email for inquiries: Jalebiyan.podcast@gmail.com

    Jalebiyan Ep: 95 'Friendship is ageless'

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 28, 2022 34:39


    One of the best things about friendship is that age doesn't matter. Female friendships have many colors! In today's conversation we discuss Friendship is beyond age and many other factors. Please listen, share and give your thoughts

    Jalebiyan Ep: 94 'Midlife Transformation'

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 22, 2022 26:50


    I am sure you all have heard, talked, throw punches at others regarding midlife crisis. But these days, the old midlife crises is more likely to be called a midlife transformation and it's not all bad. The term crises often doesn't fit because while it can be accompanied by serious depression, it can also mark a period of tremendous growth. A healthy and positive perspective. Hosted by Lala and Narjis Available wherever you get your podcast from. Follow us on Ig and Facebook @Jalebiyan.podcast Email for inquiries: Jalebiyan.podcast@gmail.com

    Jalebiyan Ep: 93 'Trust vs Mistrust'

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 14, 2022 36:00


    Today's conversation is about how much faith and confidence we instill in our kids when we say we trust them. Hosted by Lala and Narjis Available wherever you get your podcast from. Follow us on Ig and Facebook @Jalebiyan.podcast Email for inquiries: Jalebiyan.podcast@gmail.com

    Jalebiyan Ep: 92 'Malala: Hamari beti'

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 2, 2021 25:52


    Few words about recent uproar over Malala's recent interview with Vogue magazine. Some insightful aspects of how, what and why we think about our young adults.  Available wherever you get your podcast from. Follow us on Ig and Facebook @jalebiyan.podcast Email for inquiries: Jalebiyan.podcast@gmail.com Hosted and produced by: Lalarukh and Narjis

    Jalebiyan Ep: 91 'Parenting and Religion'

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 16, 2021 36:51


    Talking about parenting and religion. As we now Ramadan is here, what are the ways we can make it easier for our youth to be a better human beings and Muslims. Available wherever you get your podcast from. Follow us on Ig and Facebook @jalebiyan.podcast Email for inquiries: Jalebiyan.podcast@gmail.com Hosted and produced by: Lalarukh and Narjis

    Jalebiyan Ep: 90 'Khan ye kya kiya?'

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 9, 2021 15:58


    The recent uproar on the comments of PM of Pakistan Imran Khan over victim blaming and shaming women instead of resolving the real issue. 'Pardah' was meant to be for both genders, not just women. 

    Jalebiyan Ep:89 'Mothers of teenagers'

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 5, 2021 66:13


    One of the hardest jobs in this world is to raise a teenager. But we forget they’re also going through their own struggles and it isn’t easy for them either. Which is why, us as parents, must learn to become a parent they can trust and lean on for their good, bad and ugly. Just be their cheerleader, friend, mentor and secret keeper. I bet you won’t be disappointed!! In conversation with two mothers of teenagers about their journey thus far. A fun light hearted conversation that most parents can connect with. As always the support we need from you is to like, share, give feedback and follow! Available wherever you get your podcast from (Apple, Google, Spotify etc). Follow us on Ig and Facebook @jalebiyan.podcast Email for inquiries: Jalebiyan.podcast@gmail.com Hosted and produced by: Lalarukh and Narjis

    Jalebiyan Ep:88 'Unapologetically Ayman'

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 5, 2021 40:40


    Such a hopeful conversation with Ayman. A rising professional makeup artist, LGBTQ influencer with a goal in mind to be the voice for community who are usually ignored, belittled and avoided in Muslim Pakistani community.  He can be found on IG, YouTube and Tiktok by the handle @thekillermonsta.  Available wherever you get your podcast from.  Follow us on IG and Facebook @jalebiyan.podcast Email for inquiries: jalebiyan.podcast@gail.com Hosted and produced by: Lalarukh and Narjis

    Jalebiyan Ep 87: 'English Minglish'

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 29, 2021 19:42


    Our two cents on the new viral video of two Pakistani female cafe owners, insulting their manager of 9 years over his broken English.  Available wherever you get your podcast from. Follow us on Ig and Facebook @Jalebiyan.podcast Email for inquiries: Jalebiyan.podcast@gmail.com Hosted and produced by Lala and Narjis

    Jalebiyan Ep: 86 'Ishq Kameena'

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 8, 2021 35:14


    The word Ishq and what meaning does it hold for us. How have we used and abused this word over the time.

    Jalebiyan Ep: 85 '2020: Year of the off'

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 1, 2021 27:54


    2020 will stay in books you guys!! Resilience is accepting your new reality, even if it's less good than the one you had before.  What are your thoughts?

    Jalebiyan Ep: 84 'Female Misogynist '

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 4, 2020 39:09


    The image we have for freedom and liberation is our view and choice, and as a free woman you can rightfully have your own. Let's not shatter each other and collectively support each other to be free and happy.

    Jalebiyan Ep: 83 'Spreading germs all over the place'

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 6, 2020 12:57


    Still in crises, we are shaming each other on wearing AND not wearing a mask. Where do you stand on this? Follow us on Ig and Facebook @jalebiyan.podcast Email for inquiries: Jalebiyan.podcast@gmail.com Hosted and produced by: Lalarukh and Narjis

    Jalebiyan Ep: 82 'Rape culture and Castration'

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 30, 2020 27:04


    So after the unbelievable  increase in rape cases in Pakistan (women, men, girls, boys and pets), the new bill is in draft form and being presented to assembly. how are we going to deal with this crises? Follow us on Ig and Facebook @jalebiyan.podcast Email for inquiries: Jalebiyan.podcast@gmail.com Hosted and produced by: Lalarukh and Narjis

    Jalebiyan Ep: 81 'Men abuse other men too'

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 25, 2020 34:56


    We don't realize men get physically abused too, 1 in 7 statistically speaking!! Unfortunately in south east Asia boys get regular beating from fathers, teachers and other elderly people because the system allows it to happen. It's taken as a form of discipline and is a norm.  We have with us a courageous man who was kind enough to talk about his journey through physical abuse.  Follow us on Ig and Facebook @jalebiyan.podcast Email for inquiries: Jalebiyan.podcast@gmail.com Hosted and produced by: Lalarukh and Narjis

    Jalebiyan Ep: 80 'Election 2020' *English episode

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 18, 2020 53:12


    Election 2020 approaching fast we must understand our civic duty. Today we are in conversation with Chelsey and Kelly about some really important information. Important dates     ◦    October 9th-last day to register     ◦    REQUEST AN ABSENTEE BALLOT -  Tuesday, October 27, 2020 - 5:00 p.m. (deadline     ◦    Mail in by Oct 20-USPS RUNNING 2 WEEKS BEHIND     ◦    Early Voting  OK Voter Portal- Okvoterportal.okelections.us 4 Levels of gov’t     ◦    MUNICIPAL     ◦    COUNTY     ◦    STATE     ◦    FEDERAL State Representative Kelly Albright: www.Albrightforok.com @Repkellyalbright State Representative Chelsey Branham: www.chelseybranham.com  @Branhamforhouse

    Jalebiyan Ep: 79 'Rape in Pakistan'

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 14, 2020 37:55


    The recent vicious motorway rape case in Pakistan has stir up a lot movement. Talking to a young Pakistani woman Misbah, why women feel the need to be on the streets to demand justice. We're so proud of our new generation. More power to you! Follow us on IG and Facebook @Jalebiyan.podcast Email for inquiries: jalebiyan.podcast@gmail.com Hosted and produced by: Lalarukh and Narjis

    Jalebiyan Ep: 78 ‘Bazurg aur bazurgi’

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 4, 2020 28:07


    We wanted to discuss the role of Bazurgs (elderly) in our lives. The kinds we see in our Southeast Asian culture, along with their some love able and not so like able traits.

    Jalebiyan Ep: 77 'One boy, thousand feelings.'

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 21, 2020 34:33


    Conscious parenting! Boys/men have feelings too and how we normalise this age old phenomenon. Feelings don't have a gender.

    Jalebiyan Ep: 76 ‘Positive msg from Turkish drama Ertugrul’

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 7, 2020 31:00


    Our take so far on Turkish drama Ertugrul (based on true events) and the positive message of Islam it’s spreading. Follow us on Ig and Facebook @jalebiyan.podcast Email for inquiries: Jalebiyan.podcast@gmail.com Hosted and produced by: Lalarukh and Narjis

    Jalebiyan Ep: 75 'Financial Awareness'

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 3, 2020 44:09


    An informative episode about Financial Awareness. It equips us with the knowledge and skills we need to manage money effectively and plan for a better fulfilling future.

    Jalebiyan Ep: 74 "Bullying from a teenager's perspective"

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 26, 2020 34:28


    An exceptional conversation with Nameer Khan about bullying and how we can cure this social problem. P.S: Nameer is Narjis's son.  *English episode  Follow us on Ig and Facebook @jalebiyan.podcast Email for inquiries: Jalebiyan.podcast@gmail.com Hosted and produced by: Lalarukh and Narjis

    Jalebiyan Ep: 73 'May to December relationships'

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 12, 2020 28:24


    May-December romance, which is an age old term for a relationship between two people with a considerable age difference. A fun conversation between Desi and Western versions. Follow us on Ig and Facebook @Jalebiyan.podcast Email for inquires: Jalebiyan.podcast@gmail.com Hosted and produced by: Lalarukh and Narjis

    Jalebiyan Ep: 72 ' Don't Forget the Mission' *English episode

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 5, 2020 38:04


    What is going on in America? Enough is enough!! What are African Americans are thinking?  We stand in solidarity with our Black brothers and sisters.  Follow us on Ig and Facebook @Jalebiyan.podcast Email for inquires: Jalebiyan.podcast@gmail.com Hosted and produced by: Lalarukh and Narjis

    Jalebiyan Ep: 71 'Self love'

    Play Episode Listen Later May 29, 2020 30:50


    Self love means having a high regard for your own well-being and happiness, taking care of your own needs and not sacrificing your well-being to please others and not settling for less than you deserve.  Follow us on Ig and Facebook @jalebiyan.podcast Email for inquiries: Jalebiyan.podcast@gmail.com Hosted and produced by: Lalarukh and Narjis

    Jalebiyan Ep: 70 'Loneliness vs. Solitude'

    Play Episode Listen Later May 22, 2020 38:14


    A conversation about 'Loneliness vs. Solitude'.  What is the difference between these two and why is it so very important to understand.  Follow us on Ig and Facebook @jalebiyan.podcast Email for inquiries: Jalebiyan.podcast@gmail.com Hosted and produced by: Lalarukh and Narjis

    Jalebiyan Ep: 69 'Peer Kamil'

    Play Episode Listen Later May 15, 2020 28:58


    Wake up people!! If a peer saa'b or spiritual advisor is asking you to cross your moral boundaries, STOP. Talking about 'peer parastee' and how it has invaded our society. A major blackmail and manipulation tactic in some places. Follow us on Ig and Facebook @jalebiyan.podcast Email for inquiries: Jalebiyan.podcast@gmail.com Hosted and produced by: Lalarukh and Narjis

    Jalebiyan Ep: 68 'Trans community in Pakistan'

    Play Episode Listen Later May 8, 2020 54:19


    A heartfelt conversation with Tahzeeb. A transgender who's is breaking the barriers of cultural taboo in Pakistan. We all need to start thinking about humanity before gender.  It's about time we change our views! Follow us on Ig and Facebook @jalebiyan.podcast Email for inquiries: Jalebiyan.podcast@gmail.com Hosted and produced by: Lalarukh and Narjis

    Jalebiyan Ep: 67 'Anxiety is not normal'

    Play Episode Listen Later May 1, 2020 31:22


    A conversation about anxiety with Manon, and how she has been taking care of herself with difficult health issues. 

    Lockdown Dairies - Part I, Ep: 66

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 28, 2020 46:30


    It’s lockdown time! Unable to meet we decided to meet on Zoom. Just our thoughts about being quarantined and it’s proc and cons

    Jalebiyan Ep: 65 'Affirm your curiosity' *English episode

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 3, 2020 30:29


    Talking to a local professional tarot card reader Michelle Watts. A conversation full of knowledge and wisdom. If you have a question about tarot card reading, we have the answers for you in this episode. 

    Jalebiyan Ep: 64 'Chai ki Tray'

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 27, 2020 16:32


    So we are talking about the 'rishta' event, when girl dresses up in her best clothes to meet a guy's family for the first time. The anxiousness, the humiliation and the moment pressure.

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