Pesalama - "can we talk?" We have the tough conversations about being South Asian, feminism, equality for minority groups, social expectations and the pressures of life today. We invite guests to join us and share their opinions in this open and inclusive space. IG: @pesalamapodcast
In this episode, we are joined with Mallika Thoppay, author of Unfair and Lovely, a children's book that strives to nip colourism in the bud. Mallika is also a social advocate and speaker. We discuss what colourism is, why it is harmful, and how we can tackle it as a society. You can learn more about Mallika's work by following her on Instagram @mallikamt.
30 Dec 2024
Breaking the Mould: Being a Brown Creative
In this episode, we're joined by Anjana Arun, a Toronto-based live event artist who explains her journey as a brown creative. We explore how paths diverge from the initial plans that we set and how that's actually... okay, sometimes even better. We discuss the reality of being an artist and some pieces of Anj's work that bring us back to our ancestral roots.
8 Nov 2024
Arranged Marriages and the Desi Marriage Mart
Today's episode is all about shaadi, or marriage! We are joined with Radha from Single to Shaadi, a modern day matchmaker! Is match-making anything like what Aunty Seema does on 'Indian Matchmaking?' What are the preferences that men want in women and vice versa? What is Raadha's advice to single people out there? One of us is open to the idea of an arranged marriage?! Find Radha on Instagram - @singletoshaadi.
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