Six friends, one table, and six different perspectives on identity. In this episode, we explore growing up between cultures, navigating belonging and figuring out which parts of our identity feel most like us. From names, language, food and faith to teenage years spent trying to fit in, we discuss the little things that shape who we are. We talk about family expectations, finding a balance between cultures, and what we want to carry forward to the next generation. Along the way, there’s plenty of laughter, honest reflection and different perspectives on what identity means to each of us. Because identity isn't always straightforward, and there's no one way to figure it all out.
22 Nov 2025
Let's Talk About... Caught Between Cultures
Growing up caught between cultures can be confusing, challenging, and unexpectedly beautiful. In this episode, Nikita and Kirtana share their journeys navigating North Indian and Tamil roots alongside a Western upbringing, reflecting on identity, family expectations, and the pressures of society. Along the way, they touch on how these influences shape friendships, love, and even the way we think about dating and marriage, without letting it define them. Their candid conversation offers insight, humour, and inspiration for anyone trying to find their place in a multicultural world.
19 Jul 2025
Let's Talk About...Masculinity
Masculinity isn’t what it used to be — and that’s not a bad thing. In this episode, we dive into the evolving nature of masculinity in today’s society, from the pressure to look a certain way to how emotional intelligence is reshaping what it means to "be a man." We talk body image and its impact on men’s self-esteem, the blurred line between fitness for health vs. validation, and the roles men feel expected to play in relationships. This is a real, honest conversation about unlearning, redefining, and making space for new ways of being.
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