Indian Abroad Pod: Recent Episodes
Renuka
As an Indian living abroad, I want to take you through the many seismic shifts my life has undergone and probably will continue to do so. From cultural food habits to consumerism in America, finding lasting relationships that stand the test of time and making a home in a new country, we'll talk about it all.
What does it take to go from idea to outcome? We often think that the 'idea' is that hard part but as the famous saying goes, success is 1% inspiration and 99% perspiration. In this conversation, I talk to Ashna Lulla, architect, interior designer and one of the authors of 'With Love, Madras', a book that beautifully captures stunning homes in Madras (now known as Chennai), India. We take you behind the book, discussing the process of development, what it takes to do an incredibly hard thing and why it's important to do it anyway.
With Love, Madras is available to order on www.withlovemadras.com.
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I quit my social media apps in an attempt to reconfigure my relationship with my smartphone and apps like Instagram, Tiktok, Youtube and Reddit. Was I in control of my phone or was my phone in control of me? Having lived with social media for over a decade, we are starting to see the real damage it's causing our minds, but why is it so hard to do something about it? Is it too late? In this episode, I discuss how I weaned myself off this bad habit and how you can do it too.
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Over a decade ago, I made a decision that changed my life. Moving out and starting off on my own was equal parts challenging and exciting but the lessons came thick and fast. In this episode, I look back on some of them with hindsight and added perspective. If you're coming upon changes in your life, this one's for you. Happy New Year!
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In this episode, I tell you why I am ready to enter my villain era and what it means to claim it. Protect your energy at all costs! Don't be too nice (but don't be too mean either). Figure out a balance that lets you to be present in moments but also be careful how much you allow into your life. Drop a like if this episode resonates with you!
After recording the previous episode, I wanted to talk to someone with a deeper understanding of sustainability and what it means to create a sustainable lifestyle. Dhanya Balasubramanian is the owner and curator of Papreeka Tales, an artisan-led conscious fashion brand from South Asia. In a world that seems to constantly be yelling "You Need More!" she shared some tips to help you live well, with less.
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American consumerism is in a league of its own and while navigating its deep waters, you can sink or swim. In this episode, I'm trying to understand my own consumerist behavior, what drives me to buy more and why no one on the internet tells us we need less. Are we making conscious choices or are our devices deciding for us?
I talked to Indian model, actor, activist and one of L’Oréal's global ambassadors Nidhi Sunil about what it's like to be distinctly Indian while working in the fashion and entertainment industry in America. She also gave me a behind-the-scenes look at the Cannes Film Festival, revealed her relationship with social media and discussed the state of her mental health in this open and honest conversation.
Reconnecting with an old friend shaped many of my experiences as I started to build a home and life in America. How did we each navigate new territory and what helped us find our footing? In this new country, friends became invaluable without family to fall back on. But have you ever had to close the chapter on what you thought would be a friendship for life?
I felt the incredible weight of fear for an entire year and this is what I learned from it. Fear will keep you from living your life and realizing your true potential. When the fear shifts from "fear of doing something" to "fear of missing out on something", the possibilities are abundant. What fear would you like to overcome?