Too British To Be Asian

Ruby Hammer MBE is a trailblazing makeup artist and beauty entrepreneur whose career spans over 40 years of redefining beauty standards. Best known for co-founding the iconic Ruby & Millie beauty line in the late 90s, she was one of the first to champion inclusivity and diversity in an industry that, at the time, overlooked many. Ruby has worked with world-famous supermodels like Cindy Crawford and Naomi Campbell, and her expert touch has graced the pages of top fashion magazines. 

In this exclusive and deeply personal episode, we sit down with Karanjee Gaba - the trailblazing Afghan Sikh British Asian male supermodel, for his very first podcast interview. Karanjee opens up about his extraordinary journey from Afghanistan to the UK, navigating within a world where his unique identity often stands out. With unwavering conviction, he shares poignant stories of being asked to shave his hair, a request he respectfully declined due to his religious beliefs. Karanjee candidly discusses the challenges of feeling tokenised, being seen as a mere diversity tick box and his desire to be recognised simply as a model, rather than a "trend" Join us for an inspiring conversation that explores the intersections of culture, faith, and the pursuit of true acceptance in the beauty and fashion industry. This is a story of resilience, authenticity, and the fight for a place in the spotlight on one's own terms. Don't miss this compelling dialogue with Karanjee Gaba

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I am back with the amazing Spice Queen who is teaching me parts of my culture through learning to cook Indian food. I didn't grow up learning how to cook so I've had to teach myself over the years. It's been a truly worthwhile experience understanding who I am and where I came from. Here Parveen made the whole experience fun and entertaining! Have you ever cooked #JackFruit curry? Take a look at full lesson…. Search “Too British To Be Asian”  available on click on bio to listen and watch now. #Parveenthespicequeen #Parveenashraf #AuthenticIndianCookingLesson #Curry#toobritishtobeasian #Podcast

Introducing Angie Tiwari, Yoga, Breathwork and Meditation Coach. Angie shares how she left a life that no longer serves her from, situations, substances, relationships and career choices to a life that she found richness and meaning… in one word…. “Release” Angie now has a whole community where she shares her experiences to help others to ease their fears to happiness. She hosts her own retreats, workshops and coaches 1 to 1 so others can have the life they yearn for. Search “Too British To Be Asian”  available on @spotify and all Apple platforms or click on bio to listen and watch now. #AngieTiwari #Yoga #Breathwork #Meditation #Coach #BritishAsian #toobritishtobeasian #Podcast

Welcome Manpreet Bambra starring in ITV's South Asian comedy; "Count-Abdulla" Watch now on ITV X

Welcome actress Mariska Ariya starring in ITV's British Asian COMEDY, "Count-Abdulla" Watch now on ITV X

Adrian Somouie | “You Can Hear The Communication From Your Body” Born in 1985 during the Iran and Iraqi war was taking place, Arian fled with his mother and elder brother to Liverpool with his father joining 2years later.  He explains the heartache and emotional trauma being stripped away from his grandmother who be describes as his first love to a new country which he found challenging navigating between cultures; British and Iraqi.  Arian talks candidly on feeling torn and the challenges he felt growing up; “I used to have a lot of resentment over that situation, as not only did it bring along a big sense of not belonging, but simple things became much harder for me compared to watching others go through the same experience.” Arian discloses he suffered from extreme Anxiety particularly from the separation of his relationship which became his breaking point whereby he seriously considered suicide.  However, Arian sort help from reading books and reevaluated his life. He is now an “Intuitive Trauma Healing and Transformation Coach” which Arian describes - his calling. “I just get it” - He states within just a few minutes of meeting someone he has an innate ability to intuitively identify the root cause that created the patterns the person unconsciously is stuck in. Here he talks on “Too British To be Asian” with Sharan Raju on how trauma occurs and settles within the body, trauma responses, why people live in survival mode and how we can heal and become our authentic self. 

Amar Singh | Education System - Is Pale, Male and Stale Amar Singh - Gallery Owner, Activist on Women's and LGBTQ rights, Digital collector and Hollywood Producer.  Born and raised in London Amar is not only an accomplished philanthropist he's also a royal descendent of the Kapurthala Royal family - one of the oldest royal families in India. As history explains royal families in India were stripped of their power during India's independence. However, Amar has some of the most remarkable people in his family tree.  Amar's grandmother who was Princess was a women's education activist, she championed women's education alongside Nehru India's first prime minister. Rajkumari Amrit Kaur probably the most notable member of the Kapurthala royal family. She wasn't just a great feminist and women's rights activist she was India's first health minister and set up the first women's education fund. Amar is currently fighting to abolish LGBTQ Conversion Therapy within India's Supreme Court and has sold over 20,000 NFT's and is currently involved in producing and writing Hollywood films. Here he talks on “Too British To be Asian” on being the role model for others to lead by example to be the change for underrepresented groups. How women and groups have been taught to become suppressed due to a rigged education system and how true freedom comes with acceptance of all people and so much more…

Bally Gill | "Will The Industry Tell Me There's No More Parts?" Winner of The Ian Charleson Award for his portrayal of Romeo in the Royal Shakespeare Company's 'ROMEO AND JULIET, Bally Gill is best known for his role as Neel Fisher in BBC drama Sherwood. Also appearing as Agent Singh in Slow Horses and in the ITV crime series Manhunt,  as well as the BBC medical comedy-drama This Is Going To Hurt.  Listed as one of Evening Standards “Rising Stars” of 2023 Bally makes his film debut in the forthcoming adaptation of the Alan Bennett play ‘ALLELUJAH' in the role of Dr Valentine. Allelujah strikes the heart of bureaucracy and the daily struggles of an NHS geriatric ward. A deeply moving and humorous story, but the audience quickly realises there is a real imminent threat which everyone on the ward is is at risk.  Bally Gill talks to “Too British To Be Asian” podcast on the preconceptions people have on him being an all-knowing expert in Desi cultures, proud to play the role of a stereotypical Indian doctor in Allelujah, the lack of Diaspora stories being told, frustrations of gatekeepers giving “token” actors the opportunities for roles and the fear the industry will have no more parts for him… and so much more, this is a must listen!  Bally's co-starrs include Jennifer SAUNDERS describing him as “tremendous” and “wonderful” Judi DENCH detailing on BBC's Graham Norton Show her role fancying her doctor played by Bally “wasn't hard” Allelujah - is released in cinemas nationwide now.

The former pharmaceutical recruitment partner, Sarah Woods is best known as BBC's finalist on Best Home Cook 2020.  Like, most people once the pandemic hit Sarah decided it was time to follow her dreams and commit to her passions. Sarah decided to up-skill and put herself forward to train as a chef in culinary school, Devon.  Sarah talks on being “Too British To Be Asian” - navigating her way between cultures, code switching, learning to have different faces and grappling with acceptance but by which crowd?  Writing ‘Desi Kitchen' was Sarah's true labour of love to ‘make Indian home cooked food accessible to everybody.' An exciting blend of British meets Sarah's desi culture. Exploring all culinary cuisines from many different types of diaspora.  Desi Kitchen is a love story to Desi culture and what the true meaning is to be British and Asian through the love of food. Truly beautiful.  Desi Kitchen is out now..

It's Day 3 of Diwali!! And what better way to connect with my South Indian heritage whilst celebrating The Festival ofLight then popping over to my dear friend TV Chef Parveen Ashraf - The Spice Queen home to share how much fun and simple cooking authentic Indian dishes can actually be. Even for someone that's #toobritishtobeasian like me. And the best bit… we're cooking Jelabi Baby! What did you cook?

Christine Pillainayagam is a retail strategist by day, who lives in Kent with her young family and a collection of records, CDs and minidiscs (remember those?). Her mild obsession with the Beatles and the desire to write a story that reflected her own experiences growing up as a first-generation immigrant led her to put that love of music and words into a book. “My name is Ellie. Ellie Pillai…I think I might be a little bit weird. But aren't we all, just a little bit?” Ellie Pillai has no idea how to apply eyeliner properly, or what makes people cool. She just writes songs in her head like she's living in her own personal soundtrack, and sees dancing girl groups, which is a bit, well…weird. But that's only on the inside - on the outside, Ellie Pillai does everything she can to stay completely invisible. Sound familiar? Ellie Pillai is Brown is her debut novel available to buy from Amazon and all major bookshops.

I was honoured and privileged to welcome onto the “Too British To Be Asian” podcast - award winning Personal Trainer and Wellness Coach Lavina Mehta. Her mission….To help ALL ages to FEEL GOOD physically & mentally. Her slogan: To “Exercise for Sanity not Vanity.” By dedicating her time releasing twice daily workouts over the COVID-19 Lockdown featuring her 74yr old elderly mother-in-law Lavina in Gujarati and English, she has been featured on TV & Radio & have had up to the age 100 join her community. In 2020 Lavina caught the eye of royalty and awarded an MBE for her services to health and fitness over the pandemic. She has further received the “British Asian Heroes Award;” by the British Asian Trust endorsed by the Prime Minister, Women of the Future “Kindness Rules Programme”, BBC's “Make a Difference” for her COVID work. Lavina won the “She Awards Inspiration in Health & Fitness 2020 Award.” A finalist & only PT in the Asian Women of Achievement Awards 2020 Sports Category. Currently, Lavina is an Ambassador for Diabetes UK and supports Alzheimer's Society & Brain Tumour Research fronting charity fitness campaigns. Here on ‘Too British To Be Asian' Lavina speaks openly about her medical scare that sent her alarm bells to take care of her health, her passion to help the South Asian community, the love and support of her family and the struggles to learn her craft

I was fortunate to host my very first panel discussion at the prestigious Somerset House, London exploring; “WHY IS REPRESENTATION SO IMPORTANT IN THE FASHION AND BEAUTY INDUSTRY?” I was so honoured to be joined by.. Arooj Aftab - Fashion Consultant and founder of #DoneWithDiversity https://www.instagram.com/its.arooj/ Sejal Sehmi - U.K. Editor of Browngirl Magazine https://www.instagram.com/sejalsehmi/ https://www.instagram.com/browngirlmag/ Shanil and Jenika Gudka sibling Founders and CEO's of The Wolfe London https://www.instagram.com/thewolfelondon/ To be part of the panel to discuss what representation means to them and how we can combat the misconceptions of what diversity means to people today.

“People said I didn't look Gujarati, I Didn't know what that meant” | Sejal Sehmi As UK editor of Browngirl Magazine Sejal Sehmi has a front-line view on all trending discussions on issues facing South Asian people. As Brown Girl Magazine's U.K. Editor, her passion for writing stemmed from challenging society defined rules created for women of her generation. She initially started contributing for Brown Girl Magazine in 2013, and in 2017 successfully created her own UK team and been involved in major events at TedXUCLWomen, UK's first Asian Woman Festival and collaborated with South Asian Heritage Month. To understand the legacy that she creates and the present stigma surrounding cultural expectations, over the years she also attempted to film and document such issues both in India and in the UK as writer and director of “The Evolution of the British Indian Woman,” a mini-film series that explores the essence of a British Indian woman through the experiences of three branches of her own family tree. Sejal had been a guest speaker for the BBC Asian Network and BBC Radio London discussing social issues impacting British South Asians today. As well as being a contributor for The Asian Today, she has featured in Asiana.TV, Asian Woman, The Independent, Red Magazine, NetDoctor and Seema Magazine. In this interview with Sharan Raju on The podcast “Too British To Be Asian” Sejal discusses the politics people had on her mixed race ethnicity that made her question her own identity. Full interview available on Spotify and all Apple platforms Link to interview via @sharanrajuofficial bio on instagram. Also full interview available on Spotify and all Apple platforms - Too British To Be Asian Podcast #Editor #BrowngirlMagazine #Gujarati #mixed #bestofboth #britishasian #sikh #london #punjabi #desi #actress #motivation #toobritishtobeasian #podcastersofinstagram #interview #listen #spotify #applepodcasts #podcast #podcaster #itunes #podcastlife #podcastshow #podcasting #positivevibes #mentalhealth #anxiety #selfcare #loveyourself #inherited-trauma

Introducing Naveeda - An international Hair and Makeup artist with a career spanning over 30yrs. Not only has Naveeda established herself as one of the most sought-after Hair and Makeup artists in both Western and Asian commercial fashion industries, she has also stood out as a top bridal make-up artist. Naveeda believes the attitudes towards the stigma of dark skin within the South Asian communities have improved over the last few decades. She shares her experience on refusing the requests from the groom's family to make to make a bride fairer as it conflicted with her values that everyone is beautiful. She exclaims that “Social media is fake” as there are influencers who do not understand the craft of make up and that contouring needs more understanding and that self-love should be everyone's top priority. This is a must listen! To contact Naveeda for enquiries; https://www.instagram.com/naveedamua/ www.naveeda.com

It's finally here! My interview with Kama Sutra expert, Storyteller, Author and Mythologist is available to download NOW via Spotify and all Apple platforms!!! Seema is debunking the stigma of self pleasure and how over the years the Kama Sutra has become a manual of sexual positions from what it should be, which is a beautiful art of ethics and philosophy. Self pleasure isn't pornographic -“it's a woman's right to her own body, of her sexuality” Seema explores the stories that had been silenced around the Kama Sutra; "The Kama Sutra was written to create the most refined society...the success in all relationships depended on good pleasure. A society that understood the pleasure of women properly, was a refined society” “Women have an independent source of pleasure that has nothing to do with a man”- Seema Anand This is a must listen! All social media platforms and to buy 'Arts Of Seduction' can be found ; https://linktr.ee/seemaanandstorytelling

Born in India and placed in an orphanage in Bombay just 2 short days after her birth. Trishna shares her journey from being adopted a year later by a Caucasian family from a small town in Ohio, USA. Although blessed with supportive parents that encouraged Trishna to embrace her heritage, she was subjected to racism, name calling and rumours from her extended family which led her to constantly question herself; “Where do I fit in” Race and colour being in the forefront of her mind she marked ‘Caucasian' in her college applications trying to convince herself she was white. Today, Trishna is an up and coming singer, actress, and model located in Los Angeles, CA - having worked on feature films, major network television series, model campaigns, as well as writing her own music and developing her own television series. She strives to be a role model and voice for young brown-skin women looking for that light to get through every day personal struggles. Trishna can be found all over social media speaking on and working towards representation for brown-skin women, Black Lives Matter, members of the LGBTQ+ community – breaking barriers and glass ceilings for all.

“Time Becomes So Important As You Get Older” - Huji The Grey Indian Meet Huji, she's part of a growing movement of women proving that ageing naturally is the key to living a younger and happier life. After the birth of her second child, Huji realised that her priorities had changed and spending hours in the hairdressers had become “a waste of her time” and the up keep simply took too much time away her family. Huji decided to document her experience to stop dying her grey hair via Instagram which has attracted thousands of followers. Suddenly, this opened a door to a huge community of “Silver Sisters” who have become liberated and more confident through their attitude to Pro Ageing. I was completely honoured that Huji came onto my podcast, supporting my little part of the internet world. She was completely honest and I felt we connected through our energies. I could have spoken to her for hours. Take a look and listen and tell me what you think of the interview.. Huji's socials; Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/thegreyindian/ Youtube - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC99wklX8ERY1QKd4NsjwXRA

“Our community can be hurtful, they can say things without thinking” | Joti Gaya - Aura Ex-teacher, turned Presenter, Model and BSF Ambassador championing representation in media speaks honestly on coming to terms with living with Vitiligo. Joti shares her fears of judgement, stigma and shame from members of the community, so started her battle to conceal her condition. Joti's journey began in 2016 when she decided to become involved in a successful BBC documentary on beauty. Since then, she has featured in mainstream media outlets, becoming more focal on presenting and is even modelling in London Fashion Week 2021. Joti is leading the way on supporting and becoming the representation for newly diagnosed and long term suffers of vitiligo. She has created her new channel “Positively Diverse” to champion people with visible disabilities and differences. “It really felt like I wanted to curl up in a ball and hide” - Joti Gaya - Aura Joti Gaya - Aura contact; Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/positivelydiverse/ Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCKhwp2FNQv9Gx_YB9WhczAw Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/positivelydiverse/

Nutritional Therapist specialising in anxiety and Stress, Mind and Body support specialist Jaz Bushell speaks candidly on the deep emotional issues of unhealthy attitudes towards illness, accountability and the burden of secrets which affect South Asian families. Although we initially spoke on anxiety our discussion organically led to the psychological impact of the culture of secrets within families. Not holding people accountable for their actions and the reason for children breaking away and deciding not to live with the controlling pressures that parents put onto children. Jaz Shares her experience telling her cancer diagnosis to her family, “You didn't get it from my side” was her mother's initial response. However, the lack of support just strengthened Jaz's spirit as she realised that her health was her responsibility and top priority. She made the most bravest and informed decision to change her nutrition and lifestyle instead of opting for chemotherapy. Jaz believed the loss of her father and the stress of life was possibly a fundamental part of her diagnosis. “Education is power” - Jaz Bushell DM Jaz for any enquiries; Website: www.jazbushellnutrition.co.uk Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jazzbushell/

BBC Broadcaster, Blogger, Models Of Diversity Ambassador and Author of “Desi And Desire” Amrit Matharu shares her struggles with beauty. Amrit grew up in a very white affluent town believing she wasn't “pretty or beautiful” due to a lack of representation around her. Amrit story highlights the unspoken generational issues and cultural pressures of beauty as a South Asian woman. “I thought beauty was other than me” - Amrit Matharu Amrit Matharu book - “Desi and Desire” is available via Amazon; https://www.amazon.co.uk/Desi-Desire-exploration-British-Asian-female/dp/3659758841/ref=sr_1_2?dchild=1&keywords=desi+and+desire&qid=1615391766&sr=8-2 You can also follow Amrit via her socials; Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/amarettosworld/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/AmarettosWorld Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/search/top?q=amrit%20amaretto%20matharu

“I See And Feel My Growth” | Nav The Poet Navpreet Singh - A Sikh male wearing a turban living in a very white affluent neighbourhood. However, due to the lack of representation, his love of rock and unable to express his emotions, Nav was lost, in turmoil and arrogant to mask his vulnerability. Then during a lecture whilst studying engineering Nav felt compelled to write. This is the moment Nav The Poet was born. Being bogged down by so many people's opinions, Nav shares the moments when he took control of his life and followed his calling into poetry. Starting with his first performance, which satisfied his decision to then change degrees from engineering to a creative field before breaking the news to his parents. Luckily, life was made slightly smoother with his parents support which led him to take himself seriously to be the representation he didn't have growing up for others. Nav is determined to become successful. He is constantly performing live or posting on social media platforms as, he wants the genre to be as credible as music and film. With a massive following of over 64k on TikTok alone, I think he's well on his way… You can also follow Nav The Poet via his socials; Tik Tok: https://vm.tiktok.com/ZS9fTQE3/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/navthepoet/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/NavThePoet Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/NavThePoet Also if you like this video, let me know! My details; Blog: www.toobritishtobeasian.com Insta: https://www.instagram.com/too.british.to.be.asian/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/2british2Basian Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Too-British-To-Be-Asian-516667495366679/?eid=ARCe80K4kO2QplDmP8kFkqV4GuQmWAAwFLmIKggoGawgTMefIL0andKdEJx2MSy4d3JXOjDpH1sf9iqs

Abortion | Kalbir Bains Author of “Not My Daughter” The true story of a Daughter - in - law. Kalbir shares her story from the ‘good girl' who did everything right. Although she suffers from Dyslexia that didn't stop her gaining her fashion degree, whereby she traveled around the world managing and working with fashion brands. Therefore, for a lot of people getting married is the start of a new chapter, love, companionship and children. However, not even Kalbir could've imagined how the marriage we all dream of could've been further from the truth. Kalbir shares the distressing moment makes his feelings clear on her pregnancy news “It's not in our 5ys plan” Feeling alone, vulnerable and with the added cultural pressures we are taught as children to hide topics of trauma she felt forced into the abortion. Kalbir is very explicit in her experience of having an abortion. The initial refusal from her own GP, attending the abortion clinic on her own and waking up in a pool of blood. From her own childhood experience of witnessing domestic violence and having an alcoholic father, Kalbir realises she is reliving her mothers life. A cycle she wants to break. Kalbir's story highlights the unspoken traumas, from forced abortion, domestic violence, deception, addiction, cultural pressures and stigmas that hide and seep through communities. “I had 550 people at my wedding, yet when our relationships and lives fall apart, how many of those people will stand next to you? I had 5.” Kalbir Bains Kalbir Bains book - “Not My Daughter” is available via Amazon; https://www.amazon.com/Not-Our-Daughter-daughter-law/dp/1543264069 You can also follow Kalbir via her socials; Website: https://www.kalbirbains.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kalbir_bains/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/KalbirBains Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/kulbir.bains1 Also if you like this video, let me know! My details; Blog: www.toobritishtobeasian.com Insta: https://www.instagram.com/too.british.to.be.asian/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/2british2Basian Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Too-British-To-Be-Asian-516667495366679/?eid=ARCe80K4kO2QplDmP8kFkqV4GuQmWAAwFLmIKggoGawgTMefIL0andKdEJx2MSy4d3JXOjDpH1sf9iqs

Strong Not Skinny | Ajanta Hilton Coach and England 19' Bronze Medalist and Accountant by day Ajanta Hilton discusses her misconceptions of beauty. Growing up she was led to believe by media outlets that staying slim was beauty. Until, her husband introduced her to Powerlifting, then the term ‘beauty' changed for her. Ajanta is dedicated to help represent Asian women in a positive light by breaking barriers and changing the stereotype of beauty. She is also working as a coach to be a role for South Asian women interested in Powerlifting. It's no secret Ajanta is still part of a group that is heavily under represented but Ajanta is doing her best to give people like me inspiration where we can embrace and love our culture and in turn who we are. Please follow and DM Ajanta; Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ajantahilton/ Also if you like this video, let me know! My details; Blog: www.toobritishtobeasian.com Insta: https://www.instagram.com/too.british.to.be.asian/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/2british2Basian Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Too-British-To-Be-Asian-516667495366679/?eid=ARCe80K4kO2QplDmP8kFkqV4GuQmWAAwFLmIKggoGawgTMefIL0andKdEJx2MSy4d3JXOjDpH1sf9iqs

The Juggle struggle Now, as we ease back from isolation, the reality we must be truthful of is now our old ‘norm' has gone and to face facts that we are now at the beginning of a new era. The future will now be set and learning and working will be revolutionised. What we can do now is adapt and focus on what role is important and how we can possibly merge jobs. Here is a BBC Asian Network panel discussion I took part in talking on how children are dealing within isolation and their resilience. But as I share my experience, I figure out that actually I've struggled more than my daughter.. My details; Blog: www.toobritishtobeasian.com Tik Tok: Too.British.To.Be.Asian Insta: https://www.instagram.com/too.british.to.be.asian/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/2british2Basian Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Too-British-To-Be-Asian-516667495366679/

“We're Empowered And Stronger” | Rumena Begum BBC Asian Network's Big Debate invited me and fellow blogger/influencer Rumena Begum to discuss how prevalent online trolling is and how this can affect your mental health. This was an offshoot from the news that Supermodel Zara Abid, who is presumed dead from a plane crash in Pakistan has been trolled via all her social media accounts accusing her of leading an immoral life. Hosted by BBC Asian Network's Qasa Alom Rumena Begum and I discuss our experience of online trolling, how it made us feel and our advice to fellow bloggers and influencers Rumena Begum Socials Youtube: Rumena Begum Snapchat: Rumena_101 TikTok: Rumena.101 Insta: https://www.instagram.com/rumena_101/ My details; Blog: www.toobritishtobeasian.com Tik Tok: Too.British.To.Be.Asian Insta: https://www.instagram.com/too.british.to.be.asian/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/2british2Basian Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Too-British-To-Be-Asian-516667495366679/

The Fertility Journey | Nikki Manashe IVF Health Blogger Nikki Manashe shares her emotional struggles to conceive ‘Baby Reid' with fiancée Alex Reid formerly married to Katie Price. Nikki is very honest as she reveals her initial naive understanding of how difficult the IVF process would impact her emotional and physical wellbeing. After 9 operations, 4 IVF Cycles, 5 miscarriages and thousands of pounds spent, Nikki celebrates the news that she will be starting fertility treatment again as her clinic reopens from temporary closure due to the pandemic of COVID19. Through her journey, Nikki explains her experience with Panic, Anxiety, Depression and the sadness of her own mother passing. Nikki is a very determined, strong and inspiring woman that gives another prospective on the cultural difficulties she has endured and is breaking down her Jewish cultural barriers to be open and share her fertility struggles to help others, which is often not spoken openly, similarly to the Asian culture. Please do follow Nikki's journey.. Insta: https://www.instagram.com/ivf_chasing_dreams/ Blog: https://www.ivfchasingdreams.com My Socials; blog: www.toobritishtobeasian.com Insta: https://www.instagram.com/too.british.to.be.asian/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/2british2Basian Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Too-British-To-Be-Asian-516667495366679/

A Time To Forgive? | Divinder Purewal HR Recruitment Officer by day and Author, Comedian and Actor by night. Divinder gives a very truth provoking take on why reaching out to mend broken relationships in the South Asian Culture is seen as a “weakness” to forgive. Therefore, why bother if not all parties will take responsibility for their own actions. Author of “Oh! Canada The Departure.” Tired of the life and expense of living in London, the first of a trilogy takes us on Divinder's journey to persuade and emergrate his wife and two children to reinvent themselves 5000 miles away in Canada in 2005. Divinder has also featured in over 10 commercials for well known businesses and has become a new face on the stand-up comedy circuit. Follow Divinder Purewal; https://www.instagram.com/p1divinder/?hl=en https://www.instagram.com/divinderohcanada/?hl=en My details; Blog: www.toobritishtobeasian.com Insta: https://www.instagram.com/too.british.to.be.asian/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/2british2Basian Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Too-British-To-Be-Asian-516667495366679/?eid=ARCe80K4kO2QplDmP8kFkqV4GuQmWAAwFLmIKggoGawgTMefIL0andKdEJx2MSy4d3JXOjDpH1sf9iqs

Doctor Becomes The Patient - Dr Saima Sharif An Obstetrician & Gynaecologist (Mummy and Baby Doctor) for the NHS. Saima also wants to specialise in Perinatal Mental Health and Vulnerable women. Dr Saima Sharif describes her step by step symptoms of COVID-19, including her fears and anxieties of being advised by her GP and friend to attend hospital, only to be sent away. Talking about mental health and how practices have changed. From thinking of nothing worse then becoming a ‘stereotypical doctor' to speaking to Dr Saima Sharif and witnessing the courage, compassion and hard work in caring for patients with and without COVID-19. There's now part of me that idolises these remarkable heroes. My details; Blog: www.toobritishtobeasian.com Insta: https://www.instagram.com/too.british.to.be.asian/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/2british2Basian Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Too-British-To-Be-Asian-516667495366679/?eid=ARCe80K4kO2QplDmP8kFkqV4GuQmWAAwFLmIKggoGawgTMefIL0andKdEJx2MSy4d3JXOjDpH1sf9iqs

Celebrity chef, talented presenter, author, teacher, spokeswoman Parveen Ashraf, known as The Spice Queen talks of how she has seen attitudes to racism change, growing up with the idea of beauty being white and blue eyed and desperately wanting to be white and English because she didn't know where she fitted in. Parveen is dedicated to help represent Asian women in a positive light. She is also working closely with The One Family charity where she will be travelling to Nepal to help women who have been abused and victims of human trafficking by teaching them how to cook and set up a cafe where they can become self sufficient. It's no secret she is still part of a group that is heavily under represented but Parveen is doing her best to give people like me inspiration where we can embrace and love our culture and in turn who we are. Check out her book, spice range and what she offers of value: https://www.parveenthespicequeen.com/shop-now/ Insta: https://www.instagram.com/parveenthespicequeen/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/ParveenSpice Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ParveenTheSpiceQueen/ Youtube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCrNoVWpxAG3crhcjLk3MtJg Recipes Tutorials: Chicken Masala: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=O2aoR6wmvp4 Chapattis Tutorial Part 1: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GXhtlNdHM0A Peshwari Naan: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8sWLwekwGbY Chapattis Tutorial Part 2: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BpNbcUORst4 Tarka Daal: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=F2Vg60yUz54 Parveen The Spice Queen: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YfjdnLtjEok Pilau Rice Tutorial: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2SPFzILkXUk Lamb Bhuna: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4bY-jTLqURY Also if you like this video, let me know! My details; Blog: www.toobritishtobeasian.com Insta: https://www.instagram.com/too.british.to.be.asian/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/2british2Basian Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Too-British-To-Be-Asian-516667495366679/?eid=ARCe80K4kO2QplDmP8kFkqV4GuQmWAAwFLmIKggoGawgTMefIL0andKdEJx2MSy4d3JXOjDpH1sf9iqs

Hi I'm Sharan! Welcome to my first podcast episode. I have been feeling very anxious due to our current climate surrounding COVID-19. So I just thought I'd share some ways that's helping me lower my anxiety. I hope this helps! Blog: www.toobritishtobeasian.com Insta: https://www.instagram.com/too.british.to.be.asian/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/2british2Basian Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Too-British-To-Be-Asian-516667495366679/?eid=ARCe80K4kO2QplDmP8kFkqV4GuQmWAAwFLmIKggoGawgTMefIL0andKdEJx2MSy4d3JXOjDpH1sf9iqs