# south asian (audio feeds) — RSS Amplifier Recent posts from the 4 feeds in the RSS Amplifier directory that cover south asian. Page: Feed: --- ## [S8 Ep 1: How Patriarchy Hurts Couple Relationships](https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/maitribayarea/episodes/S8-Ep-1-How-Patriarchy-Hurts-Couple-Relationships-e3m7bhv) _2026-07-23 · Maitri · Between Friends: Conversations with Maitri_ How do harmful cultural norms, traditions, and deeply rooted beliefs impact intimate partner relationships—and what can we do to change them? To help us unpack this important topic, our host, Nandini Raywas joined by two distinguished members of the Pakistani community: Ahsan Qazi and Maria Ahmad. Ahsan Qazi is a writer, researcher, entrepreneur, and sociologist with a deep interest in… [Listen](https://anchor.fm/s/11a94f78/podcast/play/122973183/https%3A%2F%2Fd3ctxlq1ktw2nl.cloudfront.net%2Fstaging%2F2026-6-17%2F4215d880-e3b5-afe9-1150-bc7ccc2d5c6b.mp3) ## [EP61: The Cast of British Asian Film Never Had A Chance ft. Jazz Bhalla, Tina Sharma and Amar Chaggar](https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/preetipersonal/episodes/EP61-The-Cast-of-British-Asian-Film-Never-Had-A-Chance-ft--Jazz-Bhalla--Tina-Sharma-and-Amar-Chaggar-e3lmlki) _2026-07-05 · Preeti Kaur · It's Preeti Personal | South Asian Stories_ Growing up, we didn't see enough people who looked like us on screen and the representation we did get was often stereotypical and wasn't one we recognised ourselves in which is why this episode means a lot to me as I sit down with the cast and director of a new British South Asian film called Never Had a Chance. Never Had A Chance is an award-winning British Asian film set in the heart of the… [Listen](https://anchor.fm/s/22c1de4c/podcast/play/122426450/https%3A%2F%2Fd3ctxlq1ktw2nl.cloudfront.net%2Fstaging%2F2026-6-5%2F427414675-44100-2-7c11a10b5f786.mp3) ## [S7 Ep 9: Policy Matters @Maitri- Presentation- 5](https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/maitribayarea/episodes/S7-Ep-9-Policy-Matters-Maitri--Presentation--5-e3lg1bn) _2026-06-30 · Maitri · Between Friends: Conversations with Maitri_ Welcome to Policy Matters, a quarterly presentation from Maitri Policy Advocacy, where we discuss public policies that shape the prevention, intervention, and overall attention to domestic violence within our communities.In our Fifth presentation of Policy Matters, we will be addressing the intersections of gun violence and domestic abuse, a policy priority for Maitri. Zakia Afrin leads the policy… [Listen](https://anchor.fm/s/11a94f78/podcast/play/122209079/https%3A%2F%2Fd3ctxlq1ktw2nl.cloudfront.net%2Fstaging%2F2026-5-30%2Fbeff1c2d-b025-13d1-9f0f-82678b93776f.mp3) ## [EP60: Finance to Fashion: How we Career Switched in our 20s with Priya Raj](https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/preetipersonal/episodes/EP60-Finance-to-Fashion-How-we-Career-Switched-in-our-20s-with-Priya-Raj-e3k51f9) _2026-06-02 · Preeti Kaur · It's Preeti Personal | South Asian Stories_ Have you ever felt stuck in a job that looks good on paper but doesn't with align you, then this episode is for you. Today we are talking about career switching and how to actually change your career to a job that’s more aligned to you. Growing up, I was told that you should pick a career and stick to it but the world of work has changed and so has the way we see our careers/jobs. I’m joined by… [Listen](https://anchor.fm/s/22c1de4c/podcast/play/120800169/https%3A%2F%2Fd3ctxlq1ktw2nl.cloudfront.net%2Fstaging%2F2026-4-31%2F425245735-44100-2-667447a35d0b7.mp3) ## [S7 Ep 8: The Truth About Couples Counseling](https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/maitribayarea/episodes/S7-Ep-8-The-Truth-About-Couples-Counseling-e3j7vuv) _2026-05-26 · Maitri · Between Friends: Conversations with Maitri_ In this insightful episode, Simi Markar, a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, joins our host, Nandini Ray, to explore the realities of couples counseling and partner relationships. What exactly is couples counseling, and when should couples consider seeking support? What are the early warningsigns of a toxic or unhealthy relationship? How do family interference, cultural expectations, and… [Listen](https://anchor.fm/s/11a94f78/podcast/play/119848351/https%3A%2F%2Fd3ctxlq1ktw2nl.cloudfront.net%2Fstaging%2F2026-4-11%2F423962915-44100-2-42dec7ff8954b.mp3) ## [EP59: South Asian Representation at the Met Gala ft. Priya Raj | Diljit Dosanjh | Shah Rukh Khan | Met Gala 2025](https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/preetipersonal/episodes/EP59-South-Asian-Representation-at-the-Met-Gala-ft--Priya-Raj--Diljit-Dosanjh--Shah-Rukh-Khan--Met-Gala-2025-e3iqpjp) _2026-05-03 · Preeti Kaur · It's Preeti Personal | South Asian Stories_ The Met Gala is one of the biggest nights in fashion and finally as South Asians we are seeing ourselves being represented on the fashion red carpet. In this episode I’m joined by Fashion journalist Priya Raj who has written for Vogue to break down South Asian representation at the Met Gala from the iconic moments, the controversies and what it means for the global South Asian Diaspora. We talk… [Listen](https://anchor.fm/s/22c1de4c/podcast/play/119415865/https%3A%2F%2Fd3ctxlq1ktw2nl.cloudfront.net%2Fstaging%2F2026-4-3%2F423377476-44100-2-4c317854704ed.mp3) ## [The Final Squeeze](https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/neil-potnis/episodes/The-Final-Squeeze-e3gufik) _2026-03-25 · Neil Potnis · Mango Time_ Neil and Rohit wrap up the pod. [Listen](https://anchor.fm/s/c8de5d0/podcast/play/117439508/https%3A%2F%2Fd3ctxlq1ktw2nl.cloudfront.net%2Fstaging%2F2026-2-25%2F7046d790-1e2c-c0c5-5271-e88c5c873934.mp3) ## [S7 Ep7: Breaking - Healing - Becoming! A Conversation with Jagbir Kaur kang](https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/maitribayarea/episodes/S7-Ep7-Breaking---Healing---Becoming--A-Conversation-with-Jagbir-Kaur-kang-e3gr7g5) _2026-03-24 · Maitri · Between Friends: Conversations with Maitri_ In this powerful episode, Jagbir Kaur Kang joins our host Nandini Ray to share a story of extraordinary strength and resilience. Facing domestic violence, uncertainty of the future, and self-doubt, she refused to give up and transformed her pain into a journey of growth and renewal.From surviving to thriving, Jagbir now uses her voice to uplift others. In her book Blooming Through the Cracks, she… [Listen](https://anchor.fm/s/11a94f78/podcast/play/117332933/https%3A%2F%2Fd3ctxlq1ktw2nl.cloudfront.net%2Fstaging%2F2026-2-23%2Ff4a86078-a5e0-fb23-bd6d-04a475dfd223.mp3) ## [EP58: Being a Brown Girl: What We Love, Hate and the Women Who Inspire Us ft. Rhea Somaiya (SilverJay) | International Women’s Day 2026](https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/preetipersonal/episodes/EP58-Being-a-Brown-Girl-What-We-Love--Hate-and-the-Women-Who-Inspire-Us-ft--Rhea-Somaiya-SilverJay--International-Womens-Day-2026-e3g1qo0) _2026-03-07 · Preeti Kaur · It's Preeti Personal | South Asian Stories_ Being a brown girl (or South Asian girl) means celebrating how far we’ve come but also feeling like there is still so much left to achieve. With International Women’s day coming up, I sat down with Rhea Somaiya, the host of a South Asian Feminist podcast called Unapologetic by Silver Jay to have a honest girl talk of what it means to be a modern day Asian girl living in the UK or the global west.… [Listen](https://anchor.fm/s/22c1de4c/podcast/play/116500672/https%3A%2F%2Fd3ctxlq1ktw2nl.cloudfront.net%2Fstaging%2F2026-2-6%2F419451588-44100-2-c4e76873e8d3.mp3) ## [S7 Ep 6: শৃঙ্খল ও শক্তি: বাংলা সাহিত্যে নারী: Chains and Strength: Women in Bengali Literature](https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/maitribayarea/episodes/S7-Ep-6-------Chains-and-Strength-Women-in-Bengali-Literature-e3fbaui) _2026-02-20 · Maitri · Between Friends: Conversations with Maitri_ Chains and Strength: Women in Bengali Literature In this podcast episode, Zakia Afrin and Nandini Ray of Maitri come together for a heartfelt conversation on the portrayal of women in Bengali literature. Drawing from their favorite short stories, novels, and poems from both Bangladesh and India, they explore how women characters have endured inequality and oppression while also embodying courage,… [Listen](https://anchor.fm/s/11a94f78/podcast/play/115763602/https%3A%2F%2Fd3ctxlq1ktw2nl.cloudfront.net%2Fstaging%2F2026-1-20%2Fd9d19a4b-3352-1d2b-5691-9fed13159cc0.mp3) ## [Anthony Ettinger on LinkedIn (Sponsored)](https://crawlproof.com/a/40WCsus0d9tj) _2026-02-20 · **Sponsored**_ Public LinkedIn profile at linkedin.com/in/anthonyettinger. ## [EP57: Being Single on Valentine's Day: How to Choose Yourself in Your Season of Waiting ft. Virali](https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/preetipersonal/episodes/EP57-Being-Single-on-Valentines-Day-How-to-Choose-Yourself-in-Your-Season-of-Waiting-ft--Virali-e3f0lom) _2026-02-13 · Preeti Kaur · It's Preeti Personal | South Asian Stories_ Being single on valentines day can be tough, especially if all your friends and family are in relationships and you are the only one celebrating it alone. It can shine a spotlight on insecurities you didn't know were there and make you feel you are not good enough because you are not in a romantic relationship, trust me you are not alone! In today’s episode, I’m joined by Virali, a self-love and… [Listen](https://anchor.fm/s/22c1de4c/podcast/play/115414230/https%3A%2F%2Fd3ctxlq1ktw2nl.cloudfront.net%2Fstaging%2F2026-1-12%2F417999361-44100-2-cce5f47de1e69.mp3) ## [S7 Ep 5: What every survivor & advocate should know about Artificial Intelligence](https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/maitribayarea/episodes/S7-Ep-5-What-every-survivor--advocate-should-know-about-Artificial-Intelligence-e3ednkn) _2026-01-30 · Maitri · Between Friends: Conversations with Maitri_ Policy Advocacy: Part 4: What every domestic violence survivor & advocate should know about Artificial Intelligence. In our fourth Policy Matters presentation, we interview Adam Dodge, founder of EndTAB.org, about what every survivor and advocate should know about Artificial Intelligence. This episode was curated by the Maitri Policy Advocacy Program and facilitated by Smitha Chandrasekhar, a… [Listen](https://anchor.fm/s/11a94f78/podcast/play/114793559/https%3A%2F%2Fd3ctxlq1ktw2nl.cloudfront.net%2Fstaging%2F2026-0-30%2F35ba0f72-4020-abe0-3944-d6a295cd5842.mp3) ## [EP56: How to Make 2026 Goals You Will Actually Stick to?](https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/preetipersonal/episodes/EP56-How-to-Make-2026-Goals-You-Will-Actually-Stick-to-e3e6knk) _2026-01-28 · Preeti Kaur · It's Preeti Personal | South Asian Stories_ Welcome back to the first podcast episode of 2026! In this solo episode, I’m sharing some goal-setting frameworks and techniques that will help you make 2026 goals you will actually stick to. If traditional goal-setting methods like SMART goals have never really worked for you then this episode offers a different approach. I’ll be breaking down three goal-setting frameworks based on the different… [Listen](https://anchor.fm/s/22c1de4c/podcast/play/114561204/https%3A%2F%2Fd3ctxlq1ktw2nl.cloudfront.net%2Fstaging%2F2026-0-26%2F416844231-44100-2-06bd594732fe8.mp3) ## [EP 55: Saying Goodbye to 2025 | Reflections, Life Lessons and Journal Prompts](https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/preetipersonal/episodes/EP-55-Saying-Goodbye-to-2025--Reflections--Life-Lessons-and-Journal-Prompts-e3cvg9f) _2025-12-30 · Preeti Kaur · It's Preeti Personal | South Asian Stories_ As 2025 comes to an end, I thought I would record a solo episode and share my personal reflection of 2025. Now I don't know about you but 2025 has been a YEARRR! One with the highest of highs and the lowest of lows and in this episode I’m going to be reflecting back on the significant events that happened this year, what life lessons it taught me and some of the questions I used to reflect back… [Listen](https://anchor.fm/s/22c1de4c/podcast/play/113278703/https%3A%2F%2Fd3ctxlq1ktw2nl.cloudfront.net%2Fstaging%2F2025-11-30%2F954d1675-5821-0aea-95d7-8cc3e0d8aa08.mp3) ## [EP 54: Why do we struggle to prioritise our health and fitness? with Dilan (DNA Fitness)](https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/preetipersonal/episodes/EP-54-Why-do-we-struggle-to-prioritise-our-health-and-fitness--with-Dilan-DNA-Fitness-e3bge47) _2025-11-26 · Preeti Kaur · It's Preeti Personal | South Asian Stories_ Today we’re talking all things health and fitness with Dilan, a women’s health coach and the founder of DNA Fitness. So many of us struggle to prioritise our health and fitness and in this episode Dilan shares his own journey- from being an overweight kid at school to becoming a fitness coach and what actually helped him change his life. We dive into the real blockers that stop so many women,… [Listen](https://anchor.fm/s/22c1de4c/podcast/play/111736391/https%3A%2F%2Fd3ctxlq1ktw2nl.cloudfront.net%2Fstaging%2F2025-10-26%2Fe9d7d7e7-e3d8-3dc1-c425-0267be5d77a9.mp3) ## [100 Years of Impact — How United Way Metropolitan Dallas is Shaping the Next Century of Change](https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/amihthakkar/episodes/100-Years-of-Impact--How-United-Way-Metropolitan-Dallas-is-Shaping-the-Next-Century-of-Change-e3nfl5f) _2025-11-15 · Ami Thakkar Raval: Podcaster and Writer · Tuckered Out with Ami Thakkar_ As United Way Metropolitan Dallas celebrates its 100th anniversary, Ami Thakkar brings together seven of North Texas’ most influential business leaders for a powerful conversation about community, leadership, and legacy. This special compilation episode highlights how the organization’s mission—to improve education, income, and health for all—has transformed lives for an entire century and… [Listen](https://anchor.fm/s/1161ec7e4/podcast/play/124293743/https%3A%2F%2Fd3ctxlq1ktw2nl.cloudfront.net%2Fstaging%2F2026-7-16%2F429940023-44100-2-ba1db970d07f7188.mp3) ## [S7 Ep 4: South Asian Men in the Gender Justice Movement](https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/maitribayarea/episodes/S7-Ep-4-South-Asian-Men-in-the-Gender-Justice-Movement-e3auj64) _2025-11-14 · Maitri · Between Friends: Conversations with Maitri_ South Asian Men in the Gender Justice Movement: Did you know that in 2023, over 51,000 women and girls worldwide were killed by their intimate partners or family members? (UN Women) Violence against women is often seen as a “women’s issue”, but it’s not! Since most acts of gender-based violence are committed by men, men must also be part of the solution. In this episode of the Maitri Podcast , we… [Listen](https://anchor.fm/s/11a94f78/podcast/play/111151748/https%3A%2F%2Fd3ctxlq1ktw2nl.cloudfront.net%2Fstaging%2F2026-6-24%2F428567362-44100-2-78503661440a9.mp3) ## [EP53: Navigating Breast Cancer, motherhood & the stigma of cancer in the South Asian community with Priyanka](https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/preetipersonal/episodes/EP53-Navigating-Breast-Cancer--motherhood--the-stigma-of-cancer-in-the-South-Asian-community-with-Priyanka-e3a693s) _2025-10-30 · Preeti Kaur · It's Preeti Personal | South Asian Stories_ October is Breast Cancer awareness month and did you know that 58% of people in the UK (31 million people) hold 'outdated’ views about cancer with that rising to 77% of people from ethnically diverse backgrounds according to Macmillan Cancer Support, one of the UK’s biggest cancer support charities. Cancer is not commonly spoken about in the south asian community and there is still a lot of stigma… [Listen](https://anchor.fm/s/22c1de4c/podcast/play/110355004/https%3A%2F%2Fd3ctxlq1ktw2nl.cloudfront.net%2Fstaging%2F2025-9-28%2F24922b42-4a87-ed60-dd40-3c5383e27b56.mp3) ## [EP52: Why do Hindus, Sikhs and Jains celebrate Diwali & Bandi Chorr Divas? | South Asian Holidays Explained](https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/preetipersonal/episodes/EP52-Why-do-Hindus--Sikhs-and-Jains-celebrate-Diwali--Bandi-Chorr-Divas---South-Asian-Holidays-Explained-e39nv19) _2025-10-20 · Preeti Kaur · It's Preeti Personal | South Asian Stories_ Happy Diwali and Bandi Chorr Divas! ✨ We are trying something new on the podcast this week and doing a South Asian holiday deep dive and breaking down why different religions like Hinduism, Sikhism and Jainism celebrate Diwali and Bandi Chorr Divas. Growing up in the UK, unfortunately all these festivals are sometimes bucketed into one celebration when each community celebrates for a slightly… [Listen](https://anchor.fm/s/22c1de4c/podcast/play/109885929/https%3A%2F%2Fd3ctxlq1ktw2nl.cloudfront.net%2Fstaging%2F2025-9-19%2F98ff164b-ce5e-2629-418a-93882953c4b4.mp3) ## [S7 Ep 3: Moving Past Trauma, Stigma and Unspoken Pain with Chanchal Garg](https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/maitribayarea/episodes/S7-Ep-3-Moving-Past-Trauma--Stigma-and-Unspoken-Pain-with-Chanchal-Garg-e39825p) _2025-10-09 · Maitri · Between Friends: Conversations with Maitri_ In this Maitri podcast episode, Chanchal Garg opens up about the spiritual and sexual abuse that shook her identity and forced her to confront a life shaped by duty and sacrifice. She courageously shares her journey of personal transformation—unearthing hidden truths that have been buried under cultural obligations, spiritual trauma, and the silence often expected of women.This moving conversation… [Listen](https://anchor.fm/s/11a94f78/podcast/play/109364857/https%3A%2F%2Fd3ctxlq1ktw2nl.cloudfront.net%2Fstaging%2F2025-9-8%2F408860712-44100-2-b61c352933bd6.mp3) ## [AI publishing with human taste (Sponsored)](https://crawlproof.com/a/NITrp6nGwmMb) _2025-10-09 · **Sponsored**_ Convert AI research into blogs, podcasts, and newsletters with optional human review. ## [Breaking the Work-Life Binary: Dr. Corinne Low on Having It All (and Why That’s Impossible)](https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/amihthakkar/episodes/Breaking-the-Work-Life-Binary-Dr--Corinne-Low-on-Having-It-All-and-Why-Thats-Impossible-e3nfl55) _2025-09-11 · Ami Thakkar Raval: Podcaster and Writer · Tuckered Out with Ami Thakkar_ Dr. Corinne Low is not your typical Wharton professor. An economist whose research focuses on gender, discrimination, and the hidden costs of modern parenthood, she’s also a mother, wife, and author navigating the very struggles she studies. I sit down with Dr. Low to talk about her new book Having It All (out September 23rd), a data-driven yet deeply personal guide to escaping the false promise… [Listen](https://anchor.fm/s/1161ec7e4/podcast/play/124293733/https%3A%2F%2Fd3ctxlq1ktw2nl.cloudfront.net%2Fstaging%2F2026-7-16%2F429940060-44100-1-0aecd155691291b2.mp3) ## [S7 Ep 2: Students Against On-Campus Sexual Violence](https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/maitribayarea/episodes/S7-Ep-2-Students-Against-On-Campus-Sexual-Violence-e37n6sc) _2025-09-04 · Maitri · Between Friends: Conversations with Maitri_ As a new school year begins, thousands of students arrive on campus full of excitement and possibility. But alongside that hope lies a difficult truth: sexual assault remains a seriousissue on college campuses nationwide. In this episode, we sit down with Smitha Chandrasekhar, Alex Fu, and Shreya Vishwanath to discuss why awareness matters, how students can support one another, and the steps… [Listen](https://anchor.fm/s/11a94f78/podcast/play/107764044/https%3A%2F%2Fd3ctxlq1ktw2nl.cloudfront.net%2Fstaging%2F2025-8-3%2F406811599-44100-2-9f755e4242e0b.mp3) ## [From Trauma to Michelin Stars: The Fireproof Rise of Chef Curtis Duffy](https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/amihthakkar/episodes/From-Trauma-to-Michelin-Stars-The-Fireproof-Rise-of-Chef-Curtis-Duffy-e3nfl4i) _2025-08-14 · Ami Thakkar Raval: Podcaster and Writer · Tuckered Out with Ami Thakkar_ With five Michelin stars, a James Beard Award, and two world-class restaurants under his belt, Chef Curtis Duffy's culinary genius is undeniable. I sit down with the acclaimed Chicago chef to talk about the heartbreaking, harrowing, and ultimately healing story behind the food. From surviving the murder-suicide of his parents at age 19 to building his dream restaurant Ever , Chef Duffy opens up… [Listen](https://anchor.fm/s/1161ec7e4/podcast/play/124293714/https%3A%2F%2Fd3ctxlq1ktw2nl.cloudfront.net%2Fstaging%2F2026-7-16%2F429940020-44100-1-09e879f5c68177ba.mp3) ## [S7\_Ep1: Surviving to Leading](https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/maitribayarea/episodes/S7_Ep1-Surviving-to-Leading-e35iden) _2025-07-25 · Maitri · Between Friends: Conversations with Maitri_ With Menaka Iyengar Cooke – Medal of the Order of Australia (OAM) recipient. From surviving domestic violence in a foreign land with no family support…to becoming an award-winning social justice activist, author, and HR leader. In this powerful episode of the Maitri Podcast , Menaka Iyengar Cooke shares her extraordinary journey of post-traumatic growth . Her story is a reminder that while the… [Listen](https://anchor.fm/s/11a94f78/podcast/play/105509783/https%3A%2F%2Fd3ctxlq1ktw2nl.cloudfront.net%2Fstaging%2F2025-6-14%2F4fcea797-2f09-e700-1c2a-13dfd3815641.mp3) ## [S6 Ep 8: Roots & Rifts: Intergenerational Cultural Conflicts](https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/maitribayarea/episodes/S6-Ep-8-Roots--Rifts-Intergenerational-Cultural-Conflicts-e34m5te) _2025-06-26 · Maitri · Between Friends: Conversations with Maitri_ This episode focuses on the cultural conflicts between South Asian parents and their children. Whether it’s clashing over career choices, dating, emotional expression, or even mental health itself, these tensions often leave deep emotional marks, sometimes even lead to abuse and violence. We’ll explore how intergenerational cultural conflicts affect our mental health, and what healing can look… [Listen](https://anchor.fm/s/11a94f78/podcast/play/104584558/https%3A%2F%2Fd3ctxlq1ktw2nl.cloudfront.net%2Fstaging%2F2025-5-24%2F204a9e01-0724-1fe5-1bc1-6c7275127064.mp3) ## [From For-Sale Bride to Oxford Scholar: How Sonita Alizadeh Rewrote Her Future with Rap](https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/amihthakkar/episodes/From-For-Sale-Bride-to-Oxford-Scholar-How-Sonita-Alizadeh-Rewrote-Her-Future-with-Rap-e3nfl3j) _2025-06-05 · Ami Thakkar Raval: Podcaster and Writer · Tuckered Out with Ami Thakkar_ Sonita Alizadeh is an award-winning Afghan rapper, activist, and now published author who’s using her voice—through rap and writing—to fight one of the world’s most overlooked human rights issues: child marriage. In this unforgettable episode, Ami sits down with Sonita to talk about her extraordinary journey from nearly being sold into marriage twice to becoming a globally recognized artist and… [Listen](https://anchor.fm/s/1161ec7e4/podcast/play/124293683/https%3A%2F%2Fd3ctxlq1ktw2nl.cloudfront.net%2Fstaging%2F2026-7-16%2F429940014-44100-1-1091e0f7710fd6cd.mp3) ## [S6 Ep7: Inlaws and Inner Peace](https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/maitribayarea/episodes/S6-Ep7-Inlaws-and-Inner-Peace-e33ejah) _2025-05-29 · Maitri · Between Friends: Conversations with Maitri_ This Mental Health Awareness Month, we’re bringing you a powerful conversation that reminds us: our mental health is just as important as our physical health.In this episode, we shine a light on the often-unspoken emotional toll of unrealistic familial expectations, especially within in-law relationships. From subtle put-downs to emotional manipulation and controlling behaviors, these dynamics can… [Listen](https://anchor.fm/s/11a94f78/podcast/play/103287569/https%3A%2F%2Fd3ctxlq1ktw2nl.cloudfront.net%2Fstaging%2F2025-4-27%2Fe43bf025-0399-0b78-a5a6-447e7e7215a6.mp3) ## [The Golden Road: William Dalrymple on India’s Global Legacy](https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/amihthakkar/episodes/The-Golden-Road-William-Dalrymple-on-Indias-Global-Legacy-e3nfl11) _2025-05-22 · Ami Thakkar Raval: Podcaster and Writer · Tuckered Out with Ami Thakkar_ William Dalrymple is a bestselling historian, award-winning broadcaster, and one of the world’s most dynamic voices on colonial history. In this episode, Ami chats with the legendary India-based Scottish writer about his latest book, The Golden Road: How Ancient India Transformed the World , which argues that India’s intellectual and spiritual contributions have been foundational to the global… [Listen](https://anchor.fm/s/1161ec7e4/podcast/play/124293601/https%3A%2F%2Fd3ctxlq1ktw2nl.cloudfront.net%2Fstaging%2F2026-7-16%2F429939928-44100-1-090ba4d0b188730b.mp3) ## [S6\_Ep 6: Policy Matters @ Maitri - Presentation 3](https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/maitribayarea/episodes/S6_Ep-6-Policy-Matters--Maitri---Presentation-3-e328mos) _2025-05-01 · Maitri · Between Friends: Conversations with Maitri_ Welcome to Policy Matters, a quarterly presentation from Maitri Policy Advocacy, where we discuss public policies that shape the prevention, intervention, and overall attention to domestic violence within our communities.In our third presentation of Policy Matters, we interview Casey Swegman of Tahirih Justice Center on the prevalence of child marriages in the US and learn about the upcoming… [Listen](https://anchor.fm/s/11a94f78/podcast/play/102045916/https%3A%2F%2Fd3ctxlq1ktw2nl.cloudfront.net%2Fstaging%2F2025-4-1%2F399422957-44100-2-27834c3d9b7f2.mp3) ## [Bing Chen Discusses Gold House Legacy](https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/amihthakkar/episodes/Bing-Chen-Discusses-Gold-House-Legacy-e3nfl3v) _2025-04-03 · Ami Thakkar Raval: Podcaster and Writer · Tuckered Out with Ami Thakkar_ Bing Chen is the Executive Chairman, CEO, and Co-founder of Gold House, a leading cultural ecosystem dedicated to empowering Asian Pacific creators and entrepreneurs to drive societal change. A visionary leader in media and diversity, Bing was formerly YouTube’s Global Head of Creator Development and Management, where he played a pivotal role in shaping the global creator economy. He has been… [Listen](https://anchor.fm/s/1161ec7e4/podcast/play/124293695/https%3A%2F%2Fd3ctxlq1ktw2nl.cloudfront.net%2Fstaging%2F2026-7-16%2F429940019-44100-1-aa1815ef519a46f3.mp3) ## [CLI-first decentralized GPU compute (Sponsored)](https://crawlproof.com/a/BWQQaloA5lyj) _2025-04-03 · **Sponsored**_ Pay workers or run your GPU for FFmpeg transcode and AI inference. ## [Dr. Sunita Sah Teaches Us How To Say No](https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/amihthakkar/episodes/Dr--Sunita-Sah-Teaches-Us-How-To-Say-No-e3nfl1s) _2025-03-26 · Ami Thakkar Raval: Podcaster and Writer · Tuckered Out with Ami Thakkar_ Dr. Sunita Sah is a leading expert on decision-making, compliance, and ethical influence. A tenured professor at Cornell University, she has spent decades researching why people struggle to say "no" and how they can reclaim their voice. Her groundbreaking work has been featured in The New York Times, The Wall Street Journal, and The LA Times, shedding light on the hidden costs of compliance and… [Listen](https://anchor.fm/s/1161ec7e4/podcast/play/124293628/https%3A%2F%2Fd3ctxlq1ktw2nl.cloudfront.net%2Fstaging%2F2026-7-16%2F429939929-44100-1-76d7a1954ca87576.mp3) ## [Holi Hullabaloo](https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/neil-potnis/episodes/Holi-Hullabaloo-e3079nu) _2025-03-16 · Neil Potnis · Mango Time_ In this episode, we dive into Holi festivities, free speech on college campuses, and the rising tide of xenophobic rhetoric online. [Listen](https://anchor.fm/s/c8de5d0/podcast/play/99902654/https%3A%2F%2Fd3ctxlq1ktw2nl.cloudfront.net%2Fstaging%2F2025-2-15%2F856f8d72-67dd-ec52-cd14-dceb21a29be1.mp3) ## [Clean Slate Protocol](https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/neil-potnis/episodes/Clean-Slate-Protocol-e2vrs4n) _2025-03-11 · Neil Potnis · Mango Time_ Rohit Dinesh joins as co-host with Neil and Rohit. Juicy! [Listen](https://anchor.fm/s/c8de5d0/podcast/play/99528279/https%3A%2F%2Fd3ctxlq1ktw2nl.cloudfront.net%2Fstaging%2F2025-2-7%2Fe542b89e-639d-4c33-524f-4ae9a34d50c4.mp3) ## [Hugh Forrest on SXSW’s Rise, Reinvention, Future and Ode To Austin](https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/amihthakkar/episodes/Hugh-Forrest-on-SXSWs-Rise--Reinvention--Future-and-Ode-To-Austin-e3nfl0l) _2025-03-06 · Ami Thakkar Raval: Podcaster and Writer · Tuckered Out with Ami Thakkar_ Hugh Forrest is the President and Chief Programming Officer of South by Southwest (SXSW), one of the world’s leading festivals celebrating music, film, technology, and innovation. A native of Austin, Texas, he has played a pivotal role in shaping the city’s creative and entrepreneurial identity. Joining SXSW in its early days, he leveraged his background in publishing and technology to help grow… [Listen](https://anchor.fm/s/1161ec7e4/podcast/play/124293589/https%3A%2F%2Fd3ctxlq1ktw2nl.cloudfront.net%2Fstaging%2F2026-7-16%2F429939921-44100-1-e6319027adbedec3.mp3) ## [S6 Ep 5: Power To Break Free](https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/maitribayarea/episodes/S6-Ep-5-Power-To-Break-Free-e2vaf9v) _2025-02-27 · Maitri · Between Friends: Conversations with Maitri_ Join us for a powerful episode of the Maitri Podcast featuring Anisha Durve—survivor, author, and motivational speaker—who is dedicated to raising awareness against gender-based violence. In this compelling discussion, we uncover the red flags of abusive relationships, explore the critical role communities play in either enabling or preventing partner abuse, and highlight the resilience and… [Listen](https://anchor.fm/s/11a94f78/podcast/play/98958079/https%3A%2F%2Fd3ctxlq1ktw2nl.cloudfront.net%2Fstaging%2F2025-1-24%2Fd3e7c65b-e431-a863-93a5-342d6a6b497e.mp3) ## [Swades and Civic Cinema](https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/neil-potnis/episodes/Swades-and-Civic-Cinema-e2uudt2) _2025-02-16 · Neil Potnis · Mango Time_ Neil and Rohit discuss the 2004 film, Swades, and the role of civic engagement in South Asian cinema. [Listen](https://anchor.fm/s/c8de5d0/podcast/play/98563426/https%3A%2F%2Fd3ctxlq1ktw2nl.cloudfront.net%2Fstaging%2F2025-1-16%2F1072542b-ac8c-2840-6529-fd5685c50eb9.mp3) ## [Censorship and India's CBFC](https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/neil-potnis/episodes/Censorship-and-Indias-CBFC-e2u8t2q) _2025-02-02 · Neil Potnis · Mango Time_ Neil and Rohit discuss the recent blocking of Santosh from being screened in Indian theaters and examine the history of India's Central Board of Film Certification. [Listen](https://anchor.fm/s/c8de5d0/podcast/play/97858074/https%3A%2F%2Fd3ctxlq1ktw2nl.cloudfront.net%2Fstaging%2F2025-1-1%2Fbc62a775-c5e9-23cd-9915-63d76b4e3399.mp3) ## [S6 Ep4: Policy Matters @Maitri - Presentation 2](https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/maitribayarea/episodes/S6-Ep4-Policy-Matters-Maitri---Presentation-2-e2u5idt) _2025-01-29 · Maitri · Between Friends: Conversations with Maitri_ Welcome to Policy Matters, a quarterly presentation from Maitri Policy Advocacy, where we discuss public policies that shape the prevention, intervention, and overall attention to domestic violence within our communities. In your Second Episode, we revisit the need for funding Domestic violence services in CA. Earlier in January of this year, Governor Newsom announced the budget for the upcoming… [Listen](https://anchor.fm/s/11a94f78/podcast/play/97748861/https%3A%2F%2Fd3ctxlq1ktw2nl.cloudfront.net%2Fstaging%2F2025-0-29%2Fd43c1e94-f514-176d-dbf5-bb4b75f582ef.mp3) ## [Rise of the Broligarchy](https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/neil-potnis/episodes/Rise-of-the-Broligarchy-e2u0rk9) _2025-01-26 · Neil Potnis · Mango Time_ Neil and Rohit discuss the history and rise of oligarchies and their influence on the public sector. [Listen](https://anchor.fm/s/c8de5d0/podcast/play/97594441/https%3A%2F%2Fd3ctxlq1ktw2nl.cloudfront.net%2Fstaging%2F2025-0-26%2F9fe633e0-32cd-5fab-f38e-c689dd3948be.mp3) ## [R.I.P. TikTok](https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/neil-potnis/episodes/R-I-P--TikTok-e2tlqfp) _2025-01-19 · Neil Potnis · Mango Time_ Neil and Rohit discuss the recent TikTok ban in the U.S. [Listen](https://anchor.fm/s/c8de5d0/podcast/play/97232825/https%3A%2F%2Fd3ctxlq1ktw2nl.cloudfront.net%2Fstaging%2F2025-0-18%2F0593d504-b6f1-779c-df51-4540fef1a421.mp3) ## [South Asian Films of 2024](https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/neil-potnis/episodes/South-Asian-Films-of-2024-e2t89nr) _2025-01-12 · Neil Potnis · Mango Time_ In this special episode, Neil and the Rohit(s), yes plural, discuss the top South Asian films of 2024. [Listen](https://anchor.fm/s/c8de5d0/podcast/play/96789691/https%3A%2F%2Fd3ctxlq1ktw2nl.cloudfront.net%2Fstaging%2F2025-0-8%2F99543441-ef23-1830-e435-de4d3a34069f.mp3) ## [Sex, God, and The Brain with Dr. Andrew Newberg](https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/amihthakkar/episodes/Sex--God--and-The-Brain-with-Dr--Andrew-Newberg-e3nfl27) _2024-12-17 · Ami Thakkar Raval: Podcaster and Writer · Tuckered Out with Ami Thakkar_ Dr. Andrew Newberg is a neuroscientist and pioneer in neurotheology, exploring the relationship between brain function and spiritual experiences. As Director of Research at the Marcus Institute of Integrative Health and a physician at Jefferson University Hospital, he has conducted extensive brain imaging studies on practices like prayer, meditation, and rituals. Board-certified in internal and… [Listen](https://anchor.fm/s/1161ec7e4/podcast/play/124293639/https%3A%2F%2Fd3ctxlq1ktw2nl.cloudfront.net%2Fstaging%2F2026-7-16%2F429939949-44100-1-75c5cf29b1d59794.mp3) ## [What If It Were You? Dateline's Dan Slepian Discusses The Pathological Failures of America’s Legal System](https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/amihthakkar/episodes/What-If-It-Were-You--Datelines-Dan-Slepian-Discusses-The-Pathological-Failures-of-Americas-Legal-System-e3nfl2j) _2024-12-10 · Ami Thakkar Raval: Podcaster and Writer · Tuckered Out with Ami Thakkar_ Dan Slepian is an Emmy-winning journalist, producer, and storyteller with nearly 30 years at NBC News. Known for his investigative work on Dateline , Dan has exposed injustices, solved cold cases, and helped exonerate the wrongfully convicted. His acclaimed podcast, Letters from Sing Sing , chronicles his 20-year fight to prove the innocence of John Adrian “JJ” Velazquez. A 2024 Pulitzer Prize… [Listen](https://anchor.fm/s/1161ec7e4/podcast/play/124293651/https%3A%2F%2Fd3ctxlq1ktw2nl.cloudfront.net%2Fstaging%2F2026-7-16%2F429939915-44100-1-8445096c57967668.mp3) ## [S6 Ep3: Identifying Financial Abuse in Partner Relationships](https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/maitribayarea/episodes/S6-Ep3-Identifying-Financial-Abuse-in-Partner-Relationships-e2r905m) _2024-11-21 · Maitri · Between Friends: Conversations with Maitri_ Domestic abuse isn’t just physical—it can also shatter a person’s financial stability. Financial abuse often goes unnoticed, yet it deeply impacts victims by limiting access to money, sabotaging financial independence, and creating lasting economic dependency. It’s a hidden form of control that can affect anyone, regardless of income or background. In this episode, we dive into this critical yet… [Listen](https://anchor.fm/s/11a94f78/podcast/play/94715510/https%3A%2F%2Fd3ctxlq1ktw2nl.cloudfront.net%2Fstaging%2F2024-10-20%2F390175223-44100-2-84cd26ab5a644.mp3) ## [Media Literacy and Elections](https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/neil-potnis/episodes/Media-Literacy-and-Elections-e2qs4e6) _2024-11-17 · Neil Potnis · Mango Time_ Neil sits down with Mareena Emran, a Content Specialist at Meta with experience in content curation at BuzzFeed and Amazon, to discuss the potential influence of online user-generated content on the recent election. [Listen](https://anchor.fm/s/c8de5d0/podcast/play/94293894/https%3A%2F%2Fd3ctxlq1ktw2nl.cloudfront.net%2Fstaging%2F2024-10-12%2F03b0beb4-c6d5-b649-be36-878762c4d101.mp3) ## [Election Aftermath](https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/neil-potnis/episodes/Election-Aftermath-e2qp53j) _2024-11-10 · Neil Potnis · Mango Time_ In this special episode, Neil and Rohit examine the recent U.S. presidential election results, delving into its impact on the working class, marginalized communities, and the role of online media in shaping public opinion. [Listen](https://anchor.fm/s/c8de5d0/podcast/play/94196275/https%3A%2F%2Fd3ctxlq1ktw2nl.cloudfront.net%2Fstaging%2F2024-10-9%2F3d5152e6-e2d7-883a-8ef4-8582420c4833.mp3) ## [The Rise of Anti-Indian Sentiment in Canada](https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/neil-potnis/episodes/The-Rise-of-Anti-Indian-Sentiment-in-Canada-e2q77fa) _2024-10-27 · Neil Potnis · Mango Time_ Neil and Rohit unpack Canada’s recent anti-Asian Indian legislation, tracing its historical roots in minority scapegoating and exploring data that reveals a troubling rise in anti-Indian sentiment across North America. [Listen](https://anchor.fm/s/c8de5d0/podcast/play/93608874/https%3A%2F%2Fd3ctxlq1ktw2nl.cloudfront.net%2Fstaging%2F2024-9-27%2F6288a3ae-39fd-e201-f015-74c9b0d95fe4.mp3) ## [S6 Ep 2 Policy Matters @ Maitri \_ 1st Segment](https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/maitribayarea/episodes/S6-Ep-2-Policy-Matters--Maitri-_-1st-Segment-e2ponh6) _2024-10-16 · Maitri · Between Friends: Conversations with Maitri_ Welcome to Policy Matters: A quarterly presentation from Maitri Policy Advocacy, where we discuss public policies that are at the heart of shaping the way prevention, intervention, and overall attention to domesticviolence within our communities. In our first presentation, we look at the medical mandate of reporting domestic violence that has been in the minds ofsurvivors and advocates alike for a… [Listen](https://anchor.fm/s/11a94f78/podcast/play/93133798/https%3A%2F%2Fd3ctxlq1ktw2nl.cloudfront.net%2Fstaging%2F2024-9-16%2F388213081-44100-2-ead257958718c.mp3) ## [Debunking "Strong Man" Leadership](https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/neil-potnis/episodes/Debunking-Strong-Man-Leadership-e2pk1fl) _2024-10-13 · Neil Potnis · Mango Time_ Neil and Rohit explore the historical roots of populism, examining its impacts on South Asian contexts and its potential influence on the upcoming US election. [Listen](https://anchor.fm/s/c8de5d0/podcast/play/92980149/https%3A%2F%2Fd3ctxlq1ktw2nl.cloudfront.net%2Fstaging%2F2024-9-13%2F961830c4-5327-af02-6ae3-aeb8416009f8.mp3) ## [South Asians as Changemakers](https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/neil-potnis/episodes/South-Asians-as-Changemakers-e2p0t8s) _2024-09-29 · Neil Potnis · Mango Time_ Neil and Rohit explore the rich history and data showcasing the rising influence of South Asian Americans as key changemakers in the civic arena. [Listen](https://anchor.fm/s/c8de5d0/podcast/play/92353244/https%3A%2F%2Fd3ctxlq1ktw2nl.cloudfront.net%2Fstaging%2F2024-8-29%2F657578b7-4888-2c72-6729-f3e40f7662ce.mp3)