بهترین پادکست های That Desi Spark (2024)

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That Desi Spark 2.0: Let's Get Started 7:39

6M ago7:39

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After a long 5 month hiatus...we are back with an update! We've been acquired! That Desi Spark has been acquired by Prince Bhojwani of Asana Voices (AV), and TDS and AV have entered a strategic partnership. What does that mean? Annika stays on as host, Nita Bhojwani joins as CEO, and this episode covers all of Annika's thoughts on TDS' latest move.…

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The Greatest Hits: Raja Kumari (Season 8) 40:13

6M ago40:13

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Relive some of the highest-rated, most listened-to episodes of That Desi Spark on The Greatest Hits! Raja Kumari is a force - a Grammy-nominated artist who has collaborated with Fall Out Boy, Gwen Stefani, and more, the face of Mac Cosmetics, nominated three times for the MTV European Music Awards for Best India Act, and made her own label album de…

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The Greatest Hits: Ramya Chunduri, LMSW, on Domestic Violence During the Pandemic (Season 6) 51:56

6M ago51:56

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Relive some of the highest-rated, most listened-to episodes of That Desi Spark on The Greatest Hits! Ramya Chunduri, LMSW, has been a social worker, counselor, advocate, and founder of Saurya Media. Her extensive work in the South Asian community and with women's centers produced a wealth of knowledge about domestic violence and gender-based violen…

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The Greatest Hits: Divya Robin, LMHC, on Boundaries with Families (Season 7) 46:20

6M ago46:20

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Relive some of the highest-rated, most listened-to episodes of That Desi Spark on The Greatest Hits! Divya Robin's mental health advice on Instagram has been a blessing. And her conversation and thoughtful consideration around drawing boundaries with South Asian families was a hit. From baby steps to huge changes, she dove into alllll the considera…

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The Greatest Hits: Maitreyi Ramakrishnan, of Netflix' 'Never Have I Ever' (Season 8) 43:16

6M ago43:16

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Relive some of the highest-rated, most listened-to episodes of That Desi Spark on The Greatest Hits! Maitreyi Ramakrishnan shot to fame as lead Devi Vishwakumar on Netflix' Never Have I Ever. Season 4, the final season of the show, aired in May of 2023. Maitreyi joined TDS for an interview that ran over time (sorry, Netflix!) discussing representat…

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The Greatest Hits: Sahaj Kohli of Brown Girl Therapy (Season 4) 48:15

6M ago48:15

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Relive some of the highest-rated, most listened-to episodes of That Desi Spark on The Greatest Hits! Brown Girl Therapy, created by Sahaj Kohli, has become synonymous with immigrant mental health. Sahaj offers compassion, understanding, and validation for hundreds of thousands of South Asians on Instagram, through her workshops, conversations, even…

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The Greatest Hits: Richa Moorjani of Netflix' 'Never Have I Ever' (Season 3) 52:08

6M ago52:08

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Relive some of the highest-rated, most listened-to episodes of That Desi Spark on The Greatest Hits! Richa Moorjani has lit up television screens since her attention-grabbing role as Kamala, cousin of Devi, on Netflix' groundbreaking series, Never Have I Ever. Since then, she's gone onto work on Fargo, and is a proud advocate of veganism and humani…

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The Greatest Hits: Jasvinder Sanghera, CBE on Honor-Based Violence (Season 3) 1:06:36

6M ago1:06:36

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Relive some of the highest-rated, most listened-to episodes of That Desi Spark on The Greatest Hits! Jasvinder Sanghera came home from school at the age of 14 to find out she was promised to be married. Running away at great personal risk, she was supported by her sister, who herself was married young and died by suicide after suffering from abuse.…

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Goodbye, Nehal 25:50

11M ago25:50

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It's the last episode of That Desi Spark with Nehal as a host - but keep your eyes on TDS as it moves forward with Annika. Big things are coming! 5 years. 8 seasons. 130+ episodes. 140+ guests. The end of an era. And the beginning of another. As of January, Nehal will be leaving That Desi Spark to chase her passion of becoming an entertainment-focu…

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Mom Sense | A Conversation with CNN Anchor turned Entrepreneur turned Podcast Host Kanika Chadda Gupta 57:06

12M ago57:06

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Kanika Chadda Gupta, host of That's Total Mom Sense (a hit podcast with guests like Chelsea Clinton!), joins TDS to talk through the career balance, deciding how to approach parenthood, and all the inspirational stories of incredible mothers across our diaspora and beyond. You can hear her podcast here, and follow her on Instagram! Go to https://be…

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'Tis the Season to Light a LAMP! | A Conversation with American India Foundation's CEO Nishant Pandey and Chief Development Office Kalpana Kanthan 51:15

1y ago51:15

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'Tis the season to give, and American India Foundation's NY-based CEO Nishant Pandey and Chief Development Officer Kalpana Kanthan are with That Desi Spark this week to discuss the outcomes for over 17 million people this non-profit has impacted, the social programs it innovates, women in non-profit leadership, and why we all have a stake in shapin…

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Did the Way Our Parents Communicate Eff Us Up? | A Conversation with Psychotherapist Sadaf Siddiqi 50:31

1y ago50:31

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The way parents communicate with each other is HUGE in influencing the way we, as immigrants and children of immigrants, engage with our partners. Psychotherapist and founder of Being, Sadaf Siddiqi, joins us for her second episode with TDS to talk about how we can unlearn some of the toxic behaviors and communication techniques we may have grown u…

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Real Self-Care and the South Asian Woman | A Conversation with Psychiatrist/Novelist Saumya Dave 41:17

1y ago41:17

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Saumya Dave, MD, knows what South Asian women are up against - the psychiatrist and novelist is a staunch advocate for mental health, and explores what self-care really means (spoiler: it's MUCH more than than eating a brownie!) for burnout, anxiety, and societal expectations on this must-listen episode of TDS. *This episode is sponsored by Therapy…

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Toxic Masculinity | A Conversation with Clinical Psychology Student Paritosh Joshi 41:04

1y ago41:04

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Masculinity and mental health have come under greater scrutiny by the South Asian community in recent years. Clinical Psychology student Paritosh Joshi, a contributor to Brown Girl Magazine, joins TDS to explore how toxic masculinity impacts relationships, upholds patriarchal values, influences mental health, and creates a less inclusive atmosphere…

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Period Poverty | A Conversation with Megha Desai, President of the Desai Foundation Around Menstruation in South Asia 56:52

1+ y ago56:52

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1 in 5 girls in South Asia will drop out of school after the onset of their period. Period poverty is a global issue with wide-ranging impact. The Desai Foundation's President, Megha Desai, joins TDS to discuss their initiatives to provide access to education, period products, infrastructure, and more - and above all, dignity. Go to https://betterh…

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Sex Trafficking | A Conversation with Activist and Journalist Ruchira Gupta, Founder of Apne Aap 1:03:11

1+ y ago1:03:11

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When journalist Ruchira Gupta traveled across India to find out what was happening to young girls across the country, she stepped into the world of prostitution, sex trafficking, bribes, death threats, and more. Her riveting account of sex trafficking, her founding of Apne Aap - an NGO helping women, girls, and their children in the red light distr…

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Never Have I Ever | An Interview with Maitreyi Ramakrishnan, Star of Never Have I Ever 43:16

1+ y ago43:16

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Netflix' Never Have I Ever's central characters, the Vishwakumar family, were trailblazing for South Asians on screen. Star of the series Maitreyi Ramakrishnan joins TDS to discuss her journey on the show, representation as a South Asian, her favorite memories with Devi, and so much more on this engaging episode. This episode is sponsored by Reti S…

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Islam and Sexual Health | A Conversation with Occupational Therapist Sameera Qureshi 41:47

1+ y ago41:47

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Sameera Qureshi, MS OTR, joins TDS to discuss her career with sexual health and Islam - what to do when values and lifestyles clash, issues around not exploring sexuality, how she's educated people about sex, and finding peace with sexual health. Go to https://betterhelp.com/thatdesispark for 10% off your first month of therapy with BetterHelp and …

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Anti-AAPI Narratives, Book Bans, and More | A Conversation with Activist, Actress, and Author Sheetal Sheth 53:57

1+ y ago53:57

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Actress from movies like ABCD, bestselling author of "Always Anjali," and "Bravo Anjali," and outspoken activist about all politics but especially those around children, multi-hyphenate Sheetal Sheth joins TDS to discuss anti-AAPI narratives, why book bans are a problem, and how diverse literature changes lives. Go to https://betterhelp.com/thatdes…

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Emotion Management | A Conversation with Clinical Neuropsychology PHD Resident Nawal Mustafa 45:41

1+ y ago45:41

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Clinical Neuropsychology PHD resident Nawal Mustafa joins TDS to chat through how to recognize emotional triggers and manage emotions to strengthen relationships around you and increase your emotional intelligence. Go to https://betterhelp.com/thatdesispark for 10% off your first month of therapy with BetterHelp and get matched with a therapist who…

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AAPI in Media: A Conversation with Founder and CEO of Marginal Mediaworks Sanjay Sharma and Nielsen VP of Global Communications Patricia Ratulangi 1:01:13

1+ y ago1:01:13

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What does representation on television and streaming REALLY mean? VP of Global Communications at Nielsen, Patricia Ratulangi, and CEO and Founder of Marginal Mediaworks, Sanjay Sharma, join TDS to discuss statistics found on Nielsen's recent study of television around women and AAPI representation, whether there's been progress made, how and why AA…

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Parental Boundaries | A Conversation with Psychotherapist Sadaf Siddiqi on Healthy Boundaries 54:49

1+ y ago54:49

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Psychotherapist Sadaf Siddiqi (@your.being) joins TDS to discuss inner child healing, parental boundaries, learning to set limits, attachments, and why South Asian children of immigrants may feel difficulty in speaking up for themselves. Go to https://betterhelp.com/thatdesispark for 10% off your first month of therapy with BetterHelp and get match…

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The Bridge Between Identities | An Interview with Performer Raja Kumari 40:13

1+ y ago40:13

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From working with Fall Out Boy and being nominated for a Grammy to 2023's Coachella, Raja Kumari talks to That Desi Spark about her album, The Bridge, how she broke into music, her classical Indian dance background, remaining true, and so much more. Go to https://betterhelp.com/thatdesispark for 10% off your first month of therapy with BetterHelp a…

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Colorism and Caste | A Conversation with Non-binary and Avarna Activist Seema Hari 51:10

1+ y ago51:10

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Seema Hari joins TDS to discuss how colorism and caste are deeply intertwined and how colorism in the South Asian diaspora (and the globe) is a much bigger intersectional issue than we realize. You can follow Seema, her activism, and her writings on Instagram. Go to https://betterhelp.com/thatdesispark for 10% off your first month of therapy with B…

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Bad Moms Club | A Conversation with Jyoti Chand on South Asian Motherhood 50:20

1+ y ago50:20

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Influencer, writer, and comedian Jyoti Chand joins TDS to discuss motherhood in the spotlight, what she'd do differently from her own parents, what she loves about South Asian families, and more on this episode of That Desi Spark. Go to https://betterhelp.com/thatdesispark for 10% off your first month of therapy with BetterHelp and get matched with…

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The Light We Give | A Conversation on Sikhism and Compassion with Social Justice Activist and Author Simran Jeet Singh 49:31

1+ y ago49:31

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Simran Jeet Singh's bestselling book, "The Light We Give: How Sikh Wisdom Can Transform Your Life," is a testament to why he was named one of Time Magazine's "sixteen people fighting for a more equal America" and is the Executive Director of the Aspen Institute’s Program on Religion & Society. His compassion, pride in his faith, storytelling, and a…

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Gender Socialization in South Asians | A Conversation with Clinical Psychologist Dr. Shanta Kanukollu 47:38

1+ y ago47:38

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South Asian communities have a longstanding habit of celebrating boys' births, assigning responsibilities to people because of gender, and creating roles and expectations that can result in mental health struggles later in life. Dr. Shanta Kanokollu joins TDS to discuss the impact of gender socialization, how it presents itself in the ways people c…

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Sexuality & Religion | A Conversation with Dr. Sarika Persaud on the Intersection of Vedanta, Tantra, and Psychology 43:56

2y ago43:56

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When religion and sex come together, particularly in South Asian communities, guilt, shame, patriarchy, and talks of honor and cleanliness aren't far behind. Dr. Sarika Persaud, a PsyD who specializes in issues of sexuality, Tantra, and Vedanta joins TDS to break down those misconceptions, have a meaningful conversation on how the two can coexist, …

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PCOS and Nutrition | A Conversation with MS, RD, CDN Anita Mirchandani about South Asian Women, Diet, and PCOS Management 42:25

2y ago42:25

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1 in 5 South Asian women experience PCOS, a reproductive disorder of the ovaries that can cause a number of symptoms - so many, that diagnosis can often be challenging or confused with other comorbid diseases. South Asian women also see a higher incidence of PCOS than other ethnicities. Anita Mirchandani, MS, RD, and CDN, joins TDS on the Season 8 …

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Boundaries with Families | A Conversation with Therapist Divya Robin on Establishing and Setting Boundaries within South Asian Families 46:20

2y ago46:20

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Home for the holidays and in need of boundaries with family? TDS has got you covered, alongside Divya Robin, LMHC (@mindmatterswithdiv) who specializes in mental health with South Asian populations and offers an episode full of tips on how to decide if a boundary is right for you, how you should speak up, when you should draw a line, and tips to ma…

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Egg Freezing | A Conversation with Ranika Kejriwal on freezing eggs at age 30 31:21

2y ago31:21

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Ranika is a product manager in tech and got her eggs frozen earlier this year at the age of 30. Conversations around fertility are still stigmatized in the South Asian community and Ranika navigated this short but intense process on her own. Now she is passionate about sharing her journey, normalizing the conversation, and encouraging women to take…

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Love is Blind: Cutie Edition | An Interview with Zanab Jaffrey from Netflix' Love is Blind S3 36:01

2y ago36:01

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The ENTIRE South Asian reality television-watching world has opinions on Cutie-gate, the wild conclusion to Love is Blind Season 3 on Netflix! TDS speaks with Zanab Jaffrey, one of the stars of the show, about her experience, mental health, competition amongst South Asians on all the things, what the show didn't include, and so much more. Go to htt…

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Sakhi for South Asian Women | A Discussion with Anita Bhatia of the Bhatia Foundation and Kavita Mehra of Sakhi 37:10

2y ago37:10

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Speaking up for survivors of gender-based violence is more than providing logistical support as they leave harmful situations: it also involves mental health counseling for families, behavioral therapies, access to resources and more. The Bhatia Foundation (led by Anita Bhatia) and Sakhi (led by Kavita Mehra) have partnered to create programs and s…

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Racial Equity and Cultural Competence | A Conversation with Clinical Psychologist Dr. Anjali Ferguson 47:30

2y ago47:30

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Clinical psychologist Dr. Anjali Ferguson, an expert in racial equity, cultural competence, and trauma - particularly with children - joins TDS to discuss a wide range of subjects: from parenting and advocating for children of color, to trauma-informed therapy, to what cultural competence should look like across settings. Go to https://betterhelp.c…

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Friendship Breakups | Annika and Nehal Get Real about Ending Friendships 45:58

2y ago45:58

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It's back to the core TDS hosts this week as Annika and Nehal explore adult friendships, how breakups of friends can be even more devastating than amorous relationships, how to cope, and how to end a friendship gently. Go to https://betterhelp.com/thatdesispark for 10% off your first month of therapy with BetterHelp and get matched with a therapist…

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Rebelling with Burhan | A Conversation around South Asians Trans Activism with Burhan 46:11

2y ago46:11

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Burhan, a Pakistani non-binary activist, speaks up about the transphobia across the South Asian diaspora, their experiences in both continents, and how we can change the way we speak, act, and think about what transphobia looks like. Go to https://betterhelp.com/thatdesispark for 10% off your first month of therapy with BetterHelp and get matched w…

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Mamas Matter Too | A Conversation with Dr. Natasha Sriraman about Postpartum Care 48:07

2y ago48:07

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Dr. Natasha Sriraman (@natasha.mom.md) is a pediatrician, postpartum advocate, and author of "Back to You," a book for moms, support systems, and how to make sure moms are taken care during their most vulnerable time. Go to https://betterhelp.com/thatdesispark for 10% off your first month of therapy with BetterHelp and get matched with a therapist …

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Attachment Styles | A Conversation with Therapist Israa Nasir on South Asians and Attachment Styles 58:18

2y ago58:18

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Attachment styles influence every one of our relationships, from family to platonic to romantic - Israa Nasir of Well Guide joins TDS to discuss how these influence our connections, how they can change, and yes, the desi mama's boy stereotype. Go to https://betterhelp.com/thatdesispark for 10% off your first month of therapy with BetterHelp and get…

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After the Altar: An Interview with Netflix' Love is Blind stars Deepti Vempati and Natalie Lee 28:35

2y ago28:35

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Nehal took LA and had the chance to interview Love is Blind: After the Altar stars Deepti Vempati and Natalie Lee about their stories after the show wrapped, Kyle and Deepti's friendship-to-love story, her upcoming book, and so much more! Go to https://betterhelp.com/thatdesispark for 10% off your first month of therapy with BetterHelp and get matc…

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Heart of the Matter | A Conversation with Director of the Center for Medicare Dr. Meena Seshamani and ASANA Voices CEO Prince Bhojwani 42:08

2y ago42:08

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South Asians make up 25% of the world's population and 50% of the world's cardiac health burden. That statistic alone is staggering, and on this week's episode, we explore initiatives aimed at including more South Asians in healthcare research, the help of Medicare in reaching our parents' generation, cardiac health risk, and more, alongside Dr. Me…

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Busy and Likeable | A Conversation with Aparna Shewakramani from Indian Matchmaking 50:49

2y ago50:49

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Aparna Shewakramani turned heads and raised questions in her 2 seasons of starring on Netflix' Indian Matchmaking. She has served as a rallying point for conversations about double standards, women and their villainous portrayal on television for being independent, feminism, the actual realities of reality television, and so much more. An author, a…

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Toying with Business | An Interview with Businesswoman and CEO of South Asian Toy Brand Avani Modi 47:27

2y ago47:27

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When Avani Modi's brother reached out to her about creating plush toys based on Hindu dieties, she thought, "Are you crazy?" Four years later, she leads Modi Toys, a successful, homegrown venture that provides mantra-singing plush toys. She shares her journey, her vulnerabilities, and her goals with That Desi Spark on this week's episode. Go to htt…

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Gearing Up for Wedding Season | An interview with Netflix screenwriter Shiwani Srivastava and producer Swati Shetty 46:06

2+ y ago46:06

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It's WEDDING SEASON! No, not just the time of year full of South Asian weddings but the Netflix hit romcom - screenwriter Shiwani Srivastava and producer Swati Shetty join TDS to talk creative journeys, how the movie went from script to screen, what kinds of stories are being told, and what's coming next! Go to https://betterhelp.com/thatdesispark …

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Papa Don't Preach | A conversation with fashion founder, CEO, and designer Shubhika Sharma of Papa Don't Preach 46:43

2+ y ago46:43

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The internet broke for Diwali 2021 when all the celebs from Chrissy Teigen to Mindy Kaling wore a label that Annika and Nehal have loved for YEARS: Papa Don't Preach by Shubhika Sharma - and she joins TDS this week to talk empowerment in fashion, the issue of copying and how it impacts creatives, her reading list, her next big reveal, and more. Go …

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At a Loss | Annika Shares Her Pregnancy Loss 52:25

2+ y ago52:25

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Miscarriage occurs in 25% of pregnancies - it's an everyday tragedy. On this candid, vulnerable, and raw episode of TDS, Annika shared her recent loss with Nehal and the isolation, the weird and unique stages of grief, the missing-someone-you-never-met, the way partners handle it differently, the stats, some of the feelings that might help you supp…

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We're Speaking | A conversation with multi-hyphenate author, blogger, pharma CEO, & investor Hitha Palepu 57:04

2+ y ago57:04

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Author, pharma CEO, investor, and woman of influence Hitha Palepu joins TDS to discuss multi-hyphenate identity, learning from history, owning your multitudes, and (of course) romance book recommendations. You can find Hitha's book, "We're Speaking: The Life Lessons of Kamala Harris: How to Use Your Voice, Be Assertive, and Own Your Story," on Amaz…

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She the People | An Interview with Shaili Chopra, Founder of ShethePeople.TV 48:45

2+ y ago48:45

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Founder of ShethePeople.TV, feminist, and gamechanger Shaili Chopra joins TDS to talk about women's rights, women's health in India, and She The People, India’s first women-only platform focused on content, community, and skill development. Go to https://betterhelp.com/thatdesispark for 10% off your first month of therapy with BetterHelp and get ma…

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Definition, Please | A Conversation with South Asian Director Sujata Day 36:19

2+ y ago36:19

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Director, producer, writer, actress, and all-around phenom Sujata Day joins TDS to discuss acting, representation, her journey to writing, directing, and producing "Definition, Please," for Netflix, and more. Follow Sujata on IG and follow That Desi Spark (and Annika and Nehal!) on IG, Twitter, LinkedIn, and Facebook. Go to https://betterhelp.com/t…

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Hooking Up with Gen Z | A conversation with Aditi Paul and Kahani around Gen Z, hookups, sexual, and dating behaviors 1:00:21

2+ y ago1:00:21

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Relationships researcher and professor Aditi Paul and artist Kahani join TDS to discuss data-backed insights into Gen Z's hookups, dating, and sexual behaviors. Go to https://betterhelp.com/thatdesispark for 10% off your first month of therapy with BetterHelp and get matched with a therapist who will listen and help! #sponsored Follow TDS on Instag…

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Visa Dreamers | South Asians and Aging Out of the Visa Process (feat. Sumana Kaluvai of The Hidden Dream & Dip Patel and Pareen Mhatre of Improve the Dream) 44:04

2+ y ago44:04

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*This episode is sponsored by Desi Crime* The visa backlog in the United States is threatening the futures of over 200,000 South Asians who may be deported once they age out of the process. The Hidden Dream and Improve the Dream join TDS to discuss the issue, resources, and how to help. Go to https://betterhelp.com/thatdesispark for 10% off your fi…

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