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The Brown Girl Podcast

The Brown Girl Podcast

By Julie George

The Brown Girl Podcast was created to elevate the voices, stories, and unique experiences of the South Asian diaspora. We discuss everything from financial literacy, dating & relationship norms, divorce, mental health, and other lifestyle topics to empower the everyday brown girl (or guy)!
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Ep 54 - Navigating "You're Doing Too Much" w/ Arshiya Kherani

The Brown Girl PodcastFeb 14, 2024

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Ep 54 - Navigating "You're Doing Too Much" w/ Arshiya Kherani

Ep 54 - Navigating "You're Doing Too Much" w/ Arshiya Kherani

In episode 54, Julie speaks with Arshiya Kherani. 


Arshiya is a Leadership Coach who partners with rising leaders with hyphenated backgrounds through her program, Niyah Coaching. She is a storyteller & entrepreneur at heart, and is a Co-Founder at Potluck Stories, an LA-based community organization that hosts monthly interactive storytelling events that amplifies underrepresented voices. 


Tune in to hear Arshiya walk us through the various twists and turns she's encountered in her 20s and continues to navigate in her 30s. 


You'll gain insights into:

  • Overcoming the grip of  fear
  • Finding your confidence
  • The art of living with intention and finding your north star
  • How to lean into the narrative of  "you're doing too much"
  • Embracing pivoting and change in life's direction

 

Thank you to SPONSOR:

Pajama Sutra, a South Asian owned loungewear brand on a mission to inspire women to lounge like a goddess. PajamaSutra offers an exquisite range of loungewear that includes robes, kaftans, rompers, pajamas, and matching mommy and me sets, that bring luxury to your everyday life. 

 

Use code bgpodcast for 15% off. Check them out at www.https://thepajamasutra.com

 

Join our NEWSLETTER  HERE

 

Connect with Arshiya on IG: @arshiya_kherani

Visit Arshiya's website: https://www.arshiyakherani.com

Grab her FREE resource checklist to evaluate if you have the tools you need to achieve success as a leader who holds multiple identities and truths.

 

Connect with Julie on IG: @thejuliegeorge

Connect with The Brown Girl Podcast on IG: @thebrowngirl_podcast

 

 #southasianpodcasts #southasianadvocacy #thebrowngirlpodcast #southasianpodcast #desipodcasts

Feb 14, 202451:18
Ep 53 - Black & Malayalee Indian Love w/ Jenova Juliann Pryor

Ep 53 - Black & Malayalee Indian Love w/ Jenova Juliann Pryor

In episode 53, Julie speaks with Jenova Juliann Pryor on her Blindian relationship journey.  


Jenova, a Malayalee Indian American, and her husband, Denzel Pryor, became an internet sensation after their wedding video — showcasing Denzel reciting parts of his vows in Malayalam — went viral in 2022.


In this episode, we discuss

  • Jenova's upbringing and cultural community
  • How she met her husband
  • What it was like telling her parents and family
  • Challenges and triumphs of navigating a Blindian relationship  
  • Advice she has for others


Thank you to sponsor:


Pajama Sutra, a South Asian owned loungewear brand on a mission to inspire women to lounge like a goddess. 


Pajama Sutra offers an exquisite range of loungewear that includes robes, kaftans, rompers, pajamas, and matching mommy and me sets, that bring luxury to your everyday life. 


Use code bgpodcast for 15% off.  


Check them out at www.https://thepajamasutra.com


Join our NEWSLETTER  HERE

Connect with Jenova on IG: @Jenovajuliannpryor

Connect with Julie on IG: @thejuliegeorge

Connect with The Brown Girl Podcast on IG: @thebrowngirl_podcast

 

 #southasianpodcasts #southasianadvocacy #thebrowngirlpodcast #southasianpodcast #desipodcasts 

Jan 31, 202438:46
Ep 52 - Breaking up with our Dating Icks w/ Sonya Patel

Ep 52 - Breaking up with our Dating Icks w/ Sonya Patel

In Episode 52, Julie chats with Sonya Patel, host of Your Big Sis podcast.  We discuss all things dating faux pas and talk through various submissions from listeners of things that are immediate turn offs! We discuss vaping, confidence, table manners, bragging, infidelity, and more.

 

Thank you to our SPONSOR:

Pajama Sutra , a South Asian owned loungewear brand on a mission to inspire women to lounge like a goddess. 

Pajama Sutra offers an exquisite range of loungewear that includes robes, kaftans, rompers, pajamas, and matching mommy and me sets, that bring luxury to your everyday life.

Use code bgpodcast for 15% off.   

Check them out at www.https://thepajamasutra.com

 

Join our NEWSLETTER  HERE

Connect with Sonya on IG: @sonya.patel

Connect with Your Big Sis podcast on IG: yourbigsis_podcast

Connect with Julie on IG: @thejuliegeorge

Connect with The Brown Girl Podcast on IG: @thebrowngirl_podcast

 

#southasianpodcasts #southasianadvocacy #thebrowngirlpodcast #southasianpodcast #desipodcasts 

 

 

Jan 16, 202447:46
Ep 51 - Five Habits I Adopted in 2023 to Carry Into 2024 | A Solo Episode
Jan 02, 202422:36
Ep 50 - Maintaining Healthy Romantic Relationships w/ Relationship Coach Natasha Mahtani

Ep 50 - Maintaining Healthy Romantic Relationships w/ Relationship Coach Natasha Mahtani

In episode 50, Julie speaks with relationship coach Natasha Mahtani. 


Natasha is a certified Relationship Coach and accredited Divorce Coach.


Coming from a South Asian background and having lived in Liberia, England, Nigeria, Ireland, India, Hong Kong and Taiwan,  she understands the cultural nuances within relationships and more specifically, the limiting narratives and beliefs that surface in relationships across many cultures.


Natasha helps women of color, globally, to increase their sense of self-worth, show up for themselves, identify and rewire their limiting beliefs and thrive in all relationships.


We discuss the following:

  • Misconceptions of what it take to have a healthy relationship
  • Warning signs that a relationship may be heading in an unhealthy direction
  • Communication vs comprehension
  • Maintaining adventure and novelty and preventing the relationship from becoming stale
  • Balancing personal space and togetherness in a relationship
  • Social media and the impact on couples
  • Supporting each other when facing external pressures and work related challenges
  • Importance of forgiveness and how to build trust when trust is breached


Thank you to our sponsors:


⁠Lingo Dodo⁠ | a company dedicated to helping young children preserve their culture and language.  Check out their signature product, the Lingo Pad, designed to teach kids the basics of their native language and is currently available in Gujurati, Hindi, Punjabi, Tamil, Telugu, and Malayalam.


⁠The Cumin Club⁠ | a meal kit service offering authentic Indian meals made in 5 minutes or less.  All of their meals use high quality ingredients and spices specific to each region in India.  Their innovative, freeze drying technology ensures a long shelf life for all of their products, so you can always keep them on hand for those busy days. Simply add hot water, wait a few minutes, and enjoy!


Join our NEWSLETTER  ⁠HERE⁠

Connect with Natasha on IG: ⁠@natashacoaches⁠ | Get her Relationship Journal | Website

Connect with Julie on IG: ⁠@thejuliegeorge⁠

Connect with The Brown Girl Podcast on IG: ⁠@thebrowngirl_podcast⁠


 #southasianpodcasts #southasianadvocacy #thebrowngirlpodcast #southasianpodcast #desipodcasts 

Dec 05, 202356:56
Ep 49 - Megha Rao, founder of holiCHIC on Side Hustle to Full Time Pursuit, Friendships to Founders, & the Power of Grit

Ep 49 - Megha Rao, founder of holiCHIC on Side Hustle to Full Time Pursuit, Friendships to Founders, & the Power of Grit

In episode 49, Julie chats with fashion entreprenuer, Megha Rao,  founder behind the renowned Indo Western fashion brand, holiCHIC by Megha.   In this chat, Julie and Megha discuss:


  • Inception of creating holiCHIC while working a full time corporate job
  • How she found her business partner and co-founder
  • Making the transition from side hustle to full time business
  • Pivoting the business in the pandemic
  • Constructs of sustainability in the fashion world + her perspectives and experiences with gatekeeping and support within the South Asian community
  • Role of mentorships in her journey
  • Advice she has for other aspiring entrepreneurs and founders.


Thank you to our SPONSORS


Lingo Dodo | a company dedicated to helping young children preserve their culture and language.  Check out their signature product, the Lingo Pad, designed to teach kids the basics of their native language and is currently available in Gujurati, Hindi, Punjabi, Tamil, Telugu, and Malayalam.


The Cumin Club | a meal kit service offering authentic Indian meals made in 5 minutes or less.  All of their meals use high quality ingredients and spices specific to each region in India.  Their innovative, freeze drying technology ensures a long shelf life for all of their products, so you can always keep them on hand for those busy days. Simply add hot water, wait a few minutes, and enjoy!


CONNECT WITH US:

Join our PODCAST NEWSLETTER  HERE

Connect with Megha on IG: @__megharao | holichicbymegha

Connect with Julie on IG: @thejuliegeorge

Connect with The Brown Girl Podcast on IG: @thebrowngirl_podcast

 

#southasianpodcasts #southasianadvocacy #thebrowngirlpodcast #southasianpodcast #desipodcasts 

Nov 21, 202342:02
Ep 48 - Shital Patel on Healing after Heartbreak, New Beginnings, & Personal Reflections

Ep 48 - Shital Patel on Healing after Heartbreak, New Beginnings, & Personal Reflections

In episode 48, Julie meets again with Shital Patel, known for her appearances on Indian Matchmaking (IMM) Season 2 and Season 3. 

Shital originally came on our podcast in 2022 and I'm so thrilled to have her back today. 

In this episode, Shital opens up about life post IMM Season 3.

We mainly discuss the ending of the relationship that we saw on TV; what she learned through it, how she healed from the breakup, the challenges and unique aspects of navigating such a personal experience being in the public eye, and what she's looking forward to the most as she enters her 40s.

Thank you to our SPONSORS:

Lingo Dodo | A company dedicated to helping young children preserve their culture and language.  Check out their signature product, the Lingo Pad, designed to teach kids the basics of their native language and is currently available in Gujurati, Hindi, Punjabi, Tamil, Telugu, and Malayalam.

The Cumin Club | A meal kit service offering authentic Indian meals made in 5 minutes or less.  All of their meals use high quality ingredients and spices specific to each region in India.  Their innovative, freeze drying technology ensures a long shelf life for all of their products, so you can always keep them on hand for those busy days. Simply add hot water, wait a few minutes, and enjoy!

CONNECT WITH US:

Join our Podcast Newsletter HERE

Connect with Shital on IG: @therealshitalpatel

Connect with Julie on IG: @thejuliegeorge

Connect with The Brown Girl Podcast on IG: @thebrowngirl_podcast

Nov 08, 202350:52
Ep 47 - Fall in MalayaLove (FIM) Planning Behind the Scenes w/ Matt George
Oct 25, 202301:27:43
Ep 46 - Infertility, IVF, & Conceiving Hope w/ Rachel Varkey
Oct 11, 202301:17:39
Ep 45 - Summer Reflections: Missing Flights, Cohabitation, & Speed Dating Event Planning | A Solo Episode
Sep 26, 202333:22
Ep 44 - Behind the Pen: Annika Sharma on Writing, Rejection, Motherhood, & Social Media

Ep 44 - Behind the Pen: Annika Sharma on Writing, Rejection, Motherhood, & Social Media

In episode 44, Julie chats with Annika Sharma. 


Annika is co-founder and co-host of That Desi Spark podcast, one of the largest independently run South Asian podcasts in the world, which has led to appearances on the BBC, Forbes, and on a Spotify billboard campaign. 


Annika is also an author and her debut romcom novel, “Love, Chai, and Other Four-Letter Words,” the first in the Chai Masala Club series, earned starred reviews from the Library Journal and BookList, and was described as a “love letter to both Indian culture and the streets of New York City,” by Publisher’s Weekly. It was named an Amazon Editors’ Pick and Apple Books called Annika a “Writer to Watch.” Her second book of the series, “Sugar, Spice, and Can’t Play Nice,” released May 2, 2023.

 

She currently lives in the New York City area. She is a lover of long conversations, superhero movies, reading, and travel.

 

Tune in to hear Julie and Annika chat about:

  • Her childhood & growing up in State College, PA
  • Various careers paths + becoming a writer 
  • Insight into the world of book writing, connecting with publishing houses & editors
  • Dealing w/ rejection and creative blocks  
  • Becoming a new mom + pregnancy 
  • Using Social media as a creative while also upholding certain boundaries on what she does and doesn’t want to share, so I really loved hearing take on it.  


Join our Podcast Newsletter HERE

Connect with Annika | IG: @annikasharma | Twitter @annikasharma 

Listen to Annika's Podcast | That Desi Spark

Buy Annika's book, Sugar, Spice, and Can't Play NiceAmazon | Barnes & Noble | Bookshop


Connect with The Brown Girl Podcast on IG: @thebrowngirl_podcast

Connect with Julie on IG: @thejuliegeorge


 #southasianpodcasts #southasianadvocacy #thebrowngirlpodcast #southasianpodcast #desipodcasts 

 

 

May 30, 202350:47
Ep 43 - Arti Lalwani on Breakfast Dates, Moving to Miami, and Indian Matchmaking
May 16, 202339:35
Ep 42 - Bobby Seagull on Dating, Salsa Shoes, & the Friend Zone | Indian Matchmaking S3

Ep 42 - Bobby Seagull on Dating, Salsa Shoes, & the Friend Zone | Indian Matchmaking S3

In this episode, Julie chats w/ Bobby Seagull from Netflix's Indian Matchmaking Season 3. 

If you watched the show, you know Bobby is filled with loads of enthusiasm and excitement for life, especially for the subject Math!  

Prior to Indian Matchmaking, Bobby has appeared several times on British television, including the quiz show University Challenge and the BBC documentary series Monkman & Seagull's Genius Guide to Britain.

Bobby's passion for improving math literacy is evidenced through frequent appearances on various broadcast and radio programs throughout the UK, as well as by authoring several books on the subject.

Tune in to hear Bobby and Julie chat about Bobby's:

  • Upbringing in the UK
  • Experience being on Indian Matchmaking and working with Sima Aunty
  • The infamous salsa dancing shoes
  • His prior dating and relationship history + the dating apps he uses.
  • His thoughts on dating outside the South Asian culture
  • Friend-zoning & dealing with rejection
  • His reactions to some of the not-so-nice feedback he's  received from the internet and TV audiences about his portrayal on the show. 


Thank you to our Sponsors, Sonu Company! They also made an appearance on Indian Matchmaking Season 3. Sonu Company is a premium jewelry company that shares a commitment to high quality craftmanship.  Sonu was founded by two South Asian sisters, Payal and Kajal Vitha!

Their goal is to educate customers in their buying journey while also retaining their commitment to sustainability and transparency.

Visit www.sonucompany.com to see their full collection and use BGP15 for 15% off your order. 


Join our Podcast Newsletter HERE

Connect with Bobby| IG: @bobby_seagull | Twitter: @Bobby_Seagull | TikTok:  @bobby_seagull

Connect with The Brown Girl Podcast on IG: @thebrowngirl_podcast

Connect with Julie on IG: @thejuliegeorge

#southasianpodcasts #southasianadvocacy #sobercuriosity #southasianfounders #indianmatchmaking #netflix 

May 05, 202345:58
Ep 41 - Sober Curiosity, Burnout,  Manifesting in Bali, & One Founder's Journey w/ Aishwarya Balaji

Ep 41 - Sober Curiosity, Burnout, Manifesting in Bali, & One Founder's Journey w/ Aishwarya Balaji

In Episode 41, Julie chats w/ Aishwarya Balaji, founder and CEO of A Fresh Sip

Aishwarya is a serial entrepreneur who is experienced and passionate about building businesses in alignment with personal values and  goals

She is the CEO and co-founder of A Fresh Sip, which is an alcohol-free beverage platforms that allows people to easily discover and access non-alcoholic spirits, wines, and beverages

They discuss:

  • Aishwarya's background & how she started in management consulting before launching into the entrepreneurial space
  • Her experiences with burnout and health struggles that led her to discover the sober curious movement 
  • Advice and strategies for those wanting to explore mindful drinking 
  • Starting a new company w/ a friend + relationship dynamics 
  • Glimpses into her day to day and how juggles various responsibilities through mindfulness, morning routines,  meditation, etc


THANK you to our SPONSORS, Sonu Company 

Sonu Company is a premium jewelry brand that shares a commitment to high quality craftmanship.  Sonu was founded by two South Asian sisters, Payal and Kajal Vitha. 

Their goal is to educate customers in their buying journey while also retaining their commitment to sustainability and transparency.

From classic necklaces to elegant bracelets, and the most stunning customized engagement rings, Sonu's collection has something for everyone. 

Visit their website today to invest in the perfect piece that's authentic, beautiful, and built to last.  Visit www.sonucompany.com.

Use BGP15 for 15% off your order. 

 

Join our Podcast Newsletter HERE

Connect with Aishwarya | IG: @theaish | TikTok: @theaishfairy

Check out A Fresh Sip | IG: ⁠@takeafreshsip ⁠| Website: www.afreshsip.com

Connect with The Brown Girl Podcast on IG: @thebrowngirl_podcast

Connect with Julie on IG: @thejuliegeorge

 #southasianpodcasts #southasianadvocacy #sobercuriosity #southasianfounders 

Apr 11, 202349:43
Ep 40 - Infidelity, Divorce, & the Road to Authentic Living w/ Shilpa Cacho

Ep 40 - Infidelity, Divorce, & the Road to Authentic Living w/ Shilpa Cacho

In Episode 40, Julie speaks with Shilpa Cacho. 

In this episode, we get raw and real on the topic of infidelity, divorce, eloping, and ultimately finding freedom and authentic living.

We know these are highly stigmatized topics in the South Asian community. Thank you, Shilpa for sharing your story so candidly.

Shilpa shares with us:

  • her experiences going through divorce from her first husband
  • the infidelity that occurred on her marriage
  • underlying mental and emotional issues that she was going through 
  • tips and advice for women on dating post divorce
  • how she met her now husband, Isaac
  • how they maintain a thriving relationship today


THANK YOU to our Sponsor, Azhar PR

Azhar PR is a Public Relations & Digital Marketing agency founded by Amber Sabri. Her agency is dedicated to amplifying female founders, minority-owned brands, and South Asian-owned brands through the power of PR.

Whether you’re looking to build your founder presence, increase brand exposure in traditional media, or build relationships with influencers through events and collaborations, Amber and her team are dedicated to uplifting you.In industries dominated by the majority, Azhar PR is here to empower the minority. Check out https://www.azharpr.com/ or on IG @azharpublicrelations


Join our Podcast Newsletter HERE

Connect with Shilpa on IG: @isaac_shilpa

Connect with The Brown Girl Podcast on IG: @thebrowngirl_podcast

Connect with Julie on IG: @thejuliegeorge

#southasianpodcasts #southasianadvocacy #southasianstigma #divorceinsouthasiancommunity

Mar 28, 202348:31
Ep 39 - How 20 Years of an Undiagnosed Mental Illness Almost Ended Our Marriage w/ Shelly Sood and Nikhil Torsekar

Ep 39 - How 20 Years of an Undiagnosed Mental Illness Almost Ended Our Marriage w/ Shelly Sood and Nikhil Torsekar

In Episode 39, Julie speaks with married couple, Shelly Sood and Nikhil Torsekar.

Shelly Sood is an author, speaker, mother of 3, wife, and entrepreneur. Her husband of 20 years, Nikhil, had suffered from undiagnosed bipolar disorder for two decades, leading to massive devastation emotionally, mentally, and financially. After helping to save his life and their marriage, Shelly launched a healthcare company (GIOSTAR* Chicago) and discovered the fulfillment gained from diminishing the pain of others.

After becoming suicidal, and ultimately getting diagnosed at the age of 40, Nikhil Torsekar began a journey of introspection and healing, and is now a devoted husband, dedicated parent, and thriving professional. He runs The Untether Your Life Podcast, serves as Director of Marketing for GIOSTAR Chicago, and is a tireless mental health advocate. His journey of discovery and healing through higher states of consciousness led he and his wife Shelly to incorporate Mindvalley’s personal growth platform into their own lives. Nikhil has a BA from Washington University, an MS from DePaul University, and an MBA from The University of Chicago.

Together, they overcame these obstacles by untethering their lives through traditional and holistic approaches to healthcare, and unconditional love for one another.  Psychology Today recently covered Shelly and Nikhil in their article entitled “A Journey of Bipolar Disorder in a South Asian Family.”

Connect with us:

Connect with Shelly and Nikhil on IG :@theshellystory | Website

Connect with the Untether Your Life Podcast @untetheryourlife   | Website

Join  The Brown Girl Podcast Newsletter HERE

Connect with The Brown Girl Podcast on IG: @thebrowngirl_podcast

Connect with Julie on IG: @thejuliegeorge

#southAsianmentalhealth #Bipolardisorder #mentlalhealtstigma #mentalhealthawarenss #southasianculture #mentalhealthresources #bipolardisordertreatments #breakthestigma #southasiandiaspora#southasianpodcasts  #southasianadvocacy

Mar 14, 202348:06
Ep 38 - Entrepreneurship, YouTube, Imposter Syndrome, & Making Other Bold Moves w/ Tina Singh, Founder of Bold Helmets

Ep 38 - Entrepreneurship, YouTube, Imposter Syndrome, & Making Other Bold Moves w/ Tina Singh, Founder of Bold Helmets

In Episode 38, we are delving into the journey of more trailblazing South Asians. Julie speaks with Tina Singh.

Tina is an occupational therapist, digital content creator, mom of 3, and most recently, an entrepreneur.

Tina's latest adventure is being the founder of Bold Helmets, a business that makes helmets for Sikh kids in mind to accommodate their hair.  Tina comes from a Sikh background and her family follows Sikh practices, including her children wearing cloth coverings on their heads.  Tina created this solution after struggling for years to find helmets that would fit her kids!

In this episode, Tina shares:

  • Her background and education
  • What led her to start her growing YouTube channel (80k+ subs)
  • Her inspiration for starting Bold Helmets, the process, funding, etc
  • Why she changed the name from Sikh Helmets to Bold Helmets after launching
  • How she's dealt with Imposter syndrome and managing her mental health
  • Resources and advice for budding entrepreneurs

THANK you to our sponsors:

Mudita Earth is a botanical-based skin care line for melanin-rich skin that provides effective anti-aging solutions. With all-natural ingredients, Mudita Earth products give your skin that ultra-smooth, glowing finish. Use code browngirl20 for 20% off their products.  Shop at https://www.muditaearth.com/

Join our Podcast Newsletter HERE

Connect with Tina on IG: @thetinasingh or Youtube: @thetinasingh

Order Bold Helmets HERE or Follow Bold Helmets on IG: @boldhelmets

Connect with The Brown Girl Podcast on IG: @thebrowngirl_podcast

Connect with Julie on IG: @thejuliegeorge

#southasianpodcasts #southasianentreneurs #southasianadvocacy

Feb 28, 202336:42
Ep 37 - Love in the Cyber Age: A Valentine's Edition; Paid Dating Apps, Getting Stood Up, & Offer Up DMs
Feb 14, 202325:43
Ep 36 - Boarding School, Satire Comedy, Dating Diaries, & Deal Breakers w/ Matt George aka @mallutrump

Ep 36 - Boarding School, Satire Comedy, Dating Diaries, & Deal Breakers w/ Matt George aka @mallutrump

In this episode, Julie speaks with Matt George. Matt is the comedic genius behind the political satire comedy account @mallutrump!

Matt shares his unique upbringing and then answers a Q&A from @mallutrump fans including:

  • What led him to start the parody account
  • The opportunities and connections that have come from the platform
  • How he's dealt with negativity & hateful messages from the internet
  • What he'd like to do differently w/ @mallutrump going forward
  • How political party affiliates in the community reacted to the satire
  • His thoughts on whether DJT will win the 2024 election

They also discussed how the @mallutrump account has impacted his dating life! Matt shares his thoughts on soulmates, relationship deal breakers, and other dating woes.

CONNECT WITH US:

Join our Newsletter  HERE

Matt George on IG @mallutrump

The Brown Girl Podcast on IG @thebrowngirl_podcast

Julie on IG @thejuliegeorge

#southasianpodcasts #southasiansinpolitics #southasianadvocacy 

Jan 31, 202347:48
Ep 35 - The Desi Guide to Getting Fit & Healthy w/ Dee Gautham
Jan 17, 202344:35
Ep 34 - Reflections of 32, Change is OK, Skincare Routines, & New Year Intentions | A Solo Episode
Jan 03, 202341:07
Ep 33 - Growing up Two Browns, Building a Fashion Brand, & Creating Diverse & Inclusive Spaces w/ Renee Kar Johnson
Dec 20, 202249:45
Ep 32 - Marrying a Man 16 Years Younger w/ Khel Baldeo
Dec 06, 202250:01
Ep 31 - Diary of a Transgender South Asian Man w/ Ayaan Dalal
Nov 22, 202243:49
Ep 30 - The First Date Guide w/ Ann Koppuzha

Ep 30 - The First Date Guide w/ Ann Koppuzha

In episode 30, Julie and guest Ann Koppuzha talk about tips and advice for the first date. By day, Ann is a trained attorney and runs a business helping writers and female entrepreneurs establish their digital and business strategy. In her free time, she also runs the IG blog @ModernDesiLove, which is a resource to help South Asians create happier and healthier relationships. After going through her divorce, Ann jumped back into the dating scene (which had primarily turned online at that point), and realized how much there was to unpack navigating this new scene. After years of trial and error , she's compiled her lessons learned and best practices that she's implemented to have better online dating experiences.

In this episode, Julie and Ann talk about:

  • Best practices leading up to the first date
  • Post date follow-up
  • Navigating kissing/physical touch in the beginning
  • How to not get burned out from online dating

GET IN TOUCH WITH US :

Connect with Ann on IG :https://www.instagram.com/moderndesilove/

Connect with The Brown Girl Podcast on IG: https://www.instagram.com/thebrowngirl_podcast/

Connect with Julie on IG: www.instagram.com/juliegeorge723/

Follow the Podcast Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCB42br7pT2cuJsoCrNzhxEg


RESOURCES

Books: How Not to Die Alone by Logan Erie (book)

Podcasts: Dating Intentionally & Finding Mr. Height


Check out our episodes about Dating from The Brown Girl podcast

Episode 12 - Dating in Our 30s & the Pressure to Get Married

Episode 13 - Dating in the DMs, Long Distance Relationships, Dating in 20s vs 30s, etc

Episode 28 - Dating Energetics & Why You're Attracting Emotionally Unavailable Men

Nov 08, 202239:20
Ep 29 - Divorce, Finding my Therapist, & Working on the Best Version of Myself w/ Benny Mathew

Ep 29 - Divorce, Finding my Therapist, & Working on the Best Version of Myself w/ Benny Mathew

In Episode 29, Julie speaks with Benny Mathew. Benny lives in Chicago, IL and is the founder of Orion 3, a company he started in April 2021. Prior to that, Benny worked in corporate leading various Sales/Business Development teams.

Throughout Benny's lived experiences that we will hear about on today's episode, he's become passionate about minimizing the stigma around mental and emotional health, particularly in the South Asian community.

In this episode, Benny shares his journey through divorce and life after. They discuss:

  • The tragic accident that occurred in Benny's life at the age of 18 and the impact thereafter
  • Dating, getting engaged, marrying, & then going through divorce w/ his now ex-wife
  • Telling the family about the divorce
  • What dating was like post divorce
  • What his healing journey was like
  • Finding a therapist and his now 9+ years experience going to therapy
  • Advice he has for people going through divorce

#divorce #southasiandivorce #datingafterdivorce #divorcepodcasts

GET IN TOUCH WITH US :

Connect with Benny on IG :https://www.instagram.com/bmathew7/

Connect with The Brown Girl Podcast on IG: https://www.instagram.com/thebrowngirl_podcast/

Connect with Julie on IG: www.instagram.com/juliegeorge723/

Follow the Podcast Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCB42br7pT2cuJsoCrNzhxEg

Oct 25, 202245:30
Ep 28 - Dating Energetics & Why You're Attracting Emotionally Unavailable Men w/ Self Worth & Dating Coach Sy Neary
Oct 11, 202244:34
Ep 27 - Traveling Far, Wide, & Solo w/ Veena Murali

Ep 27 - Traveling Far, Wide, & Solo w/ Veena Murali

In Episode 27, we are talking about Solo Traveling! Whether you need inspiration for your first solo trip or you're a seasoned traveler getting that itch to book your next trip, you will appreciate this episode with guest Veena Murali. 

Veena is a 22-year-old Indian-American woman who is passionate about inspiring people to travel intentionally and venture outside their comfort zones. Born and raised in the suburbs of Chicago, she moved to New York City for her undergraduate education, where she caught the travel bug after studying abroad in Prague, Czech Republic. Knowing that she wanted to prioritize travel as a tool for education, Veena graduated a semester early with a plan to travel the world solo for six months. Her trip spanned six months, five continents, and nearly thirty countries and changed the way she sees the world around her.

Julie and Veena discuss:

  • Veena's experiences traveling abroad including her study abroad along with a separate 6 month solo adventure after graduation.
  • How she managed to budget and save money to do so
  • How she combatted loneliness while traveling alone
  • Safety precautions and advice for avoiding unwanted attention as a female
  • Ways in which travel has shaped her perspectives on life in her own country and others
  • Misconceptions that people have about solo traveling
  • Advice for people wanting to explore solo traveling

GET IN TOUCH WITH US :

Connect with Veena on IG : https://www.instagram.com/nyctonomad/ & Check out Veena's Free E-book Far Wide & Solo https://www.amazon.com/Far-Wide-Solo-Veena-Murali-ebook/dp/B0B7NR9R25

Connect with The Brown Girl Podcast: https://www.instagram.com/thebrowngirl_podcast/

Connect with Julie on IG: www.instagram.com/juliegeorge723/ & Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCB42br7pT2cuJsoCrNzhxEg

#thebrowngirlpodcast #solotraveler #browngirlsolotravel #browngirlswhotravel #browngirlswhorise #browngirlmagic

Sep 27, 202250:29
Ep 26 - Living with Bipolar Disorder w/ Subrina K. Singh

Ep 26 - Living with Bipolar Disorder w/ Subrina K. Singh

Sep 13, 202201:10:34
Ep 25 - Shital Patel on Not Settling, Doing the Inner Work, & Being on Indian MatchMaking

Ep 25 - Shital Patel on Not Settling, Doing the Inner Work, & Being on Indian MatchMaking

In this episode, Julie talks with Indian Matchmaking Season 2 castmember Shital Patel! 

Shital and Julie have a fun chat discussing : 

  • What it was like being on the Netflix Indian Matchmaking 
  • Working with Sima Aunty 
  • Girl talk about dating in NYC in her 20s & 30s 
  • Exercising patience & not settling 
  • The mindset work she's done with her Coach 
  • Her new relationship and how it started 
  • Advice for others waiting to find their true love

We end with some rapid fire questions to get to know Shital more . Thanks, Shital for coming on the show and candidly sharing your story!

GET IN TOUCH WITH US : 

Connect with Shital on IG : https://www.instagram.com/therealshitalpatel/ 

Connect with Julie on IG: www.instagram.com/juliegeorge723/ & 

Connect with the Podcast on IG: www.instagram.com/thebrowngirl_podcast/

Podcast Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCB42br7pT2cuJsoCrNzhxEg 


Aug 30, 202238:48
Ep 24 - Breakups & Moving On PART 2 Q&A with Adya Roy: Do you Stay Friends w/ Exes? How to Avoid Comparing Relationships? Holding onto Gifts? Removing Exes from Social Media, and More.

Ep 24 - Breakups & Moving On PART 2 Q&A with Adya Roy: Do you Stay Friends w/ Exes? How to Avoid Comparing Relationships? Holding onto Gifts? Removing Exes from Social Media, and More.

We are back for PART 2 of our Breakup series.  This time, Julie is joined by Adya Roy (@thedesicareerwoman) and they are talking about past breakups and answering all your breakup questions.

In this episode, we talk about:

  • Adya's breakup story and advice for others healing from breakups
  • UHHH should you be "friends" with exes? 
  • Should you keep gifts/memorabilia from exes ?
  • Do you stay connected with exes on Social media ?
  • Balancing finding contentment in your personal self growth journey while still being open to new relationships
  • How to avoid comparing previous relations
  • And More

If you haven't listened to Part 1 (episode 23), make sure you listen! Julie talks about her own breakup story, what helped her get through it, and we listen to a few voicemails submitted by audience members sharing their own stories of breakups and healing.

GET IN TOUCH WITH US :

Connect with Adya on IG: https://www.instagram.com/thedesicareerwoman/

Connect with the Podcast on IG : www.instagram.com/thebrowngirl_podcast/

Connect with Julie on IG: www.instagram.com/juliegeorge723/ & Podcast YT: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCB42br7pT2cuJsoCrNzhxEg

#breakups #beyondthebreakup #breakupssuck #adviceforbreakups #healingafterbreakups #thebrowngirlpodcast #southasianpodcasts #desipodcasts #desibreakupadvice #browngirldating #browngirldatingstories

Aug 23, 202257:58
Ep 23 - My Breakup Story & Moving On PART 1
Aug 09, 202241:25
Ep 22 - Gun Violence in America, and Improving Political Dysfunction thru Rank Choice Voting & Open Primaries w/ Shawn Thomas

Ep 22 - Gun Violence in America, and Improving Political Dysfunction thru Rank Choice Voting & Open Primaries w/ Shawn Thomas

Have you ever wondered why every election feels like a massive existential crisis ?

Or why it feels so difficult to pass laws that would seemingly satisfy the needs of most Americans (e.g. basic laws to make gun ownership more safe, restrict gun access to unstable people, etc)

In Episode 22, Julie speaks with guest Shawn Thomas.  Amongst the many hats that Shawn wears, he also runs @rankthevoteil in his spare time to raise awareness on the need for voting reform in the U.S

Julie and Shawn first discuss the prevalence of gun violence in America, and how existing political systems are not set up to incentivize lawmakers to promote policies that majority of Americans want. They also discuss how this can be addressed through changes in the way we vote, such as through Rank Choice Voting (RCV) and Open Primaries.

Listen to hear us talk about:

  • Why the U.S. has the highest levels of gun violence compared to other rich nations
  • How other countries solved their mass shooting problems
  • Why can't the U.S follow suit?
  • The problems with our current two party system and the way we vote
  • How the existing voting structures create polarization and does not properly incentivize law makers to push for what majority people want.
  • How we can fix these issues through Rank Choice Voting and Open Primaries.

We end the episode on a lighter note with a lightening round of questions to get to know Shawn more personally!

To learn more about Rank Choice Voting, check out:

www.fairvote.org

https://rankthevote.us

https://represent.us 

https://www.uniteamerica.org


GET IN TOUCH WITH US :

Connect with Shawn  IG: https://www.instagram.com/rankthevoteil/

Connect with the Podcast on IG : www.instagram.com/thebrowngirl_podcast/

Connect with Julie on IG: www.instagram.com/juliegeorge723/ & Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCB42br7pT2cuJsoCrNzhxEg

#rankchoicevoting #thebrowngirlpodcast #gunsafety #openprimaries #whyrankchoicevotingmakessense #RCV #gunownership #podcastpolitics #democracy

Jul 26, 202201:07:47
Ep 21 - 22 Year Old Recipe Queen @EatsbyRamya: A Conversation about Food Blogging, College in the Pandemic, & Chasing Goals in your 20s

Ep 21 - 22 Year Old Recipe Queen @EatsbyRamya: A Conversation about Food Blogging, College in the Pandemic, & Chasing Goals in your 20s

In Episode 21, Julie talks with recipe queen Ramya Ravuri!

Ramya is the mastermind behind the popular food blog EatsByRamya and is known for her series "Cooking Basics for 20 Somethings" where she breaks down cooking for beginners.

She's a data scientist by profession, a food blogger by passion, and someone who loves to be involved in a lot of different activities. Over the last 3 years, Ramya has built her audience across various platforms.

In this episode ,  Ramya and Julie discuss:

  • How Ramya got started with food blogging and recipe creation
  • How she balanced maintaining the food blog while also being a full time college student & working for a startup
  • How her college experience was impacted by the Pandemic
  • How many hours (behind the scenes) actually goes into making a 30-60 recipe video
  • Her different strategies for posting on TikTok, Instagram,  Youtube, etc
  • How she decided her post graduation plans of starting a traditional 9-5 career vs  full time content creation
  • Her self care routine and goals she wants to accomplish in her 20s
  • Advice she has for other creators or bloggers

GET IN TOUCH WITH US :

Connect with Ramya on IG: https://www.instagram.com/eatsbyramya/

Connect with Ramya on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@eatsbyramya and Ramya's website http://eatsbyramya.com

Connect with the Podcast on IG : www.instagram.com/thebrowngirl_podcast/

Connect with Julie on IG: www.instagram.com/juliegeorge723/ & Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCB42br7pT2cuJsoCrNzhxEg

Jul 12, 202245:56
Ep 20 - Love After Arranged Marriage, Parenting, Bikini Competitions, & Reinventing Your 40s with Shwetha Mangal
Jun 29, 202201:04:37
Ep 19 - Interracial Relationships, Telling the Family, and Choosing Your Life with Disha Mazepa
Jun 14, 202248:51
Ep 18 - Confessions of a Divorce Attorney: What to Expect, Prenups, Postnups, and Everything In Between with Maliha Siddiqui

Ep 18 - Confessions of a Divorce Attorney: What to Expect, Prenups, Postnups, and Everything In Between with Maliha Siddiqui

In Episode 18, Julie speaks with Divorce Attorney Maliha Siddiqui.

Divorce is something that is considered to be very taboo in South Asian communities. It's highly stigmatized and as a result, divorce rates are very low within South Asian populations. Even if there's violence, abuse, or other oppressive situations happening within a household,  the reality of our culture is that the stigma and shame of divorce is so great it often leads people to stay in their married arrangements rather than go through a divorce .

Though we will focus a future episode on individuals who have gone through divorce sharing their experience and overcoming it, today's episode will be informative and educational in nature and discuss Divorce within South Asian communities and legal implications and outcomes of the divorce process.

Julie and Maliha discuss the following :

  • Types of divorce cases that are most common within the South Asian community
  • Expected divorce timeline and process
  • Can you file for divorce without an attorney?
  • What happens in situations when one person does not want to comply with the divorce (Hello Kimye ?)
  • Mediation
  • Costs of divorce
  • Parenting vs Financial Categories of Divorce
  • How Maintenance aka Alimony payments are calculated
  • How Child Support Payments are calculated
  • How Marital Estate (assets and debt) are divided
  • Joint Community vs Equitable Distribution States
  • Prenups and Postnups
  • Advice for people who have not broken news to their Spouse that they want to get Divorced
  • Unique Circumstances within South Asian divorces (e.g. gold, marital gifts from family,  in-laws involvement, etc)

Connect with Maliha

Facebook

https://www.facebook.com/Siddiquifamilylaw

Instagram

https://www.instagram.com/siddiquifamilylaw/

Maliha's Presentation with the Muslim Bar Association of Chicago. . This is a great resource to watch if you are considering divorce in Illinois.

https://fb.watch/dnLkqGbe9a/

Website

www.siddiquifamilylaw.com

Connect with The Brown Girl Podcast

www.instagram.com/thebrowngirl_podcast/

Connect with Julie

www.instagram.com/juliegeorge723/

Jun 02, 202258:06
Ep 17 - A Man’s Take on Love, Dating, & Personal Development with Danny Matam
May 17, 202201:16:01
Ep 16 - Married and in Love But Living in Separate NYC Apartments with Sana Akhand
May 01, 202220:36
Ep 15 - More Money, More Power with Parween Mander

Ep 15 - More Money, More Power with Parween Mander

Apr 17, 202253:31
Ep 14 - Our Online Dating Scam Stories!
Mar 28, 202239:26
Ep 13 - Q&A: Dating in the DMs, Long Distance, 20s vs 30s, Ghosting, Should He Pay On the First Date? And More with Tina Luke

Ep 13 - Q&A: Dating in the DMs, Long Distance, 20s vs 30s, Ghosting, Should He Pay On the First Date? And More with Tina Luke

This month, Tina and Julie are back to discuss various dating and relationship questions submitted by listeners.
Timestamps
00:00 Introduction
1:25 Questions to Ask on a First Date
9:20 Long Distance Relationships
17:45 Dating in your 20s vs 30s
22:34 Should I Shoot My Shot if Her Social Handles are on Her Profile?
28:12 Who Should Pay on the First Date?
36:26 Is Living at Home a Deal Breaker ?
45:40 Ghosting - When Is It OK to Ghost ?
53:00 Cultural Differences in How Dating is Approached
Mar 01, 202257:56
Ep 12 - Dating in Our 30s + The Pressure to Get Married PART 1 with Tina Luke
Jan 27, 202250:41
Ep 11 - Recap of 2021 + Leveling up on Mindset, Money, and Health in 2022
Dec 29, 202132:13
Ep 10 - Protecting Your Mental Space + the Time I Quit My Job After 5 Weeks!

Ep 10 - Protecting Your Mental Space + the Time I Quit My Job After 5 Weeks!

Today's solo episode is about protecting your mental space and setting boundaries. I share some mindset shifts and advice that have helped me the most in my journey.

IG: @thebrowngirl_podcast

Email: julie@theshapeulab.com

Nov 27, 202125:57
Ep 9 -The World of Digital Content Creation, Modeling, & Influencer Marketing with Ambily Jose
Oct 25, 202142:32
Ep 8 - Rental Property Investing Part 2 Q&A
Sep 23, 202130:30
Ep 7 - From Full time MBA to Full time MUA; Interview with Crystal Joseph-Cobb
Aug 24, 202143:50
Ep 6 - Adoption ; The Perspective you Rarely Hear

Ep 6 - Adoption ; The Perspective you Rarely Hear

Trigger Warning (TW): parental-child separation, child trauma, depression, abuse, neglect

Episode 6 - I interviewed my friend Namitha Crow who shares her personal lived experiences of being an adopted child out of an orphanage in India at the age of 10. Until I met Namitha, I had only heard of adoption as being framed in a positive and compassionate light. In this episode, Namitha shares the painful, traumatic, and corrupt elements that it can also entail. Thank you Namitha for coming on and sharing this deeply personal and vulnerable part of your life

If you want to learn more or support  the Sinza project she mentions at the beginning, below is the link

 https://www.sinza.org/

Jul 19, 202144:45
Ep 5 - My 5 Favorite Wellness Products
Jul 01, 202126:30