Silent Lotus: Recent Episodes
The Silent Lotus
The Silent Lotus brings together two young South Asian women, a little worn out from the world, ready to discuss all the topics that tend to get swept under the rug. Join Suhita Kodali and Suditi Rahematpura in chatting about self-care, career woes, and even those dreaded mustache hairs.
In this episode, Suditi and Suhita discuss what it looks like to prioritize your preferences and set expectations in relationships. They reflect on their social experiences in college and advise each other about how to practice more honesty and confidence moving forward.
In this episode, Suditi and Suhita return after a brief hiatus and share how their lives have changed in the last year. They describe new practices they’ve adopted that bring them joy and the things they’ve learned to let go of to gain some peace.
In this episode, Suditi and Suhita switch gears a bit to discuss a few questions they’ve been asking themselves since coming home for the holidays. They discuss whether or not they’d choose to re-do college if given the chance, and question whether or not it’s acceptable to invest time into temporary relationships.
To learn more about the Silent Lotus, submit questions for future episodes, and get a list of items mentioned during the episode, visit silentlotuspod.com. Stay in touch on instagram and twitter @silentlotuspod, or by email at silentlotuspod@gmail.com.
In this episode, Suditi and Suhita describe the role of religion in their lives and how they see it evolving over time. They also discuss how to set boundaries in relationships, and end with sharing their favorite Thanksgiving dishes.
To learn more about the Silent Lotus, submit questions for future episodes, and get a list of items mentioned during the episode, visit silentlotuspod.com. Stay in touch on instagram and twitter @silentlotuspod, or by email at silentlotuspod@gmail.com.
In this episode, Suditi and Suhita describe their experiences with anxiety and how they’ve learned to cope with it in their lives. They also discuss how friendships naturally evolve over time, and end with sharing their 5 go-to makeup products.
To learn more about the Silent Lotus, submit questions for future episodes, and get a list of items mentioned during the episode, visit silentlotuspod.com. Stay in touch on instagram and twitter @silentlotuspod, or by email at silentlotuspod@gmail.com.
Suditi and Suhita are back after a brief hiatus! In this episode, the co-hosts discuss how they’ve gone about finding the right role models in their lives, how they decided on a career path, and their latest favorite recipes.
To learn more about the Silent Lotus, submit questions for future episodes, and get a list of items mentioned during the episode, visit silentlotuspod.com. Stay in touch on instagram and twitter @silentlotuspod, or by email at silentlotuspod@gmail.com.
Suditi and Suhita discuss their favorite healthy-ish snacks, their feelings about senioritis, and how they’re handling the uncertainty that comes with being a young college student during the pandemic. They also discuss their favorite remedies for period pains.
To learn more about the Silent Lotus, submit questions for future episodes, and get a list of items mentioned during the episode, visit silentlotuspod.com. Stay in touch on instagram and twitter @silentlotuspod, or by email at silentlotuspod@gmail.com.
Suditi and Suhita discuss the 3 apps they absolutely need on their phones, how they stay informed about current events, and how they have learned to handle rejection in personal relationships. They also discuss their favorite things about the fall, including food and spooky movies.
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Suditi and Suhita discuss their favorite organizational apps, love at first sight, and finding independence in different aspects of their lives. They also share their favorite spices for delicious, healthy cooking in college.
To learn more about the Silent Lotus, submit questions for future episodes, and get a list of items mentioned during the episode, visit silentlotuspod.com. Stay in touch on instagram and twitter @silentlotuspod, or by email at silentlotuspod@gmail.com.
In the second part of their interview with Ramita Ravi, Suditi and Suhita ask about Ramita’s self-care and wellness practices. Ramita describes her favorite ways to decompress with her variable daily schedule, how she stays active outside of dance, and her go-to makeup and hair products on- and off-stage.
To learn more about the Silent Lotus, submit questions for future episodes, and get a list of items mentioned during the episode, visit silentlotuspod.com. Stay in touch on instagram and twitter @silentlotuspod, or by email at silentlotuspod@gmail.com.
On their first ever interview episode, Suditi and Suhita interview Ramita Ravi, a NYC-based dancer, creative entrepreneur and startup consultant. In the first of two episodes, Ramita discusses how her career as a dancer and creative came to be, the intersectionality between her work as a dancer and businesswoman, and how she manages her busy lifestyle. Stay tuned for part 2 next week!
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Suditi and Suhita contemplate moving back to campus given online classes, tips for planning a pandemic staycation, and how to approach reconnecting with those you’ve fallen out of touch with. They also expand on their discussion of dating in the pandemic, and give tips about simplifying the process.
To learn more about the Silent Lotus, submit questions for future episodes, and get a list of items mentioned during the episode, visit silentlotuspod.com. Stay in touch on instagram and twitter @silentlotuspod, or by email at silentlotuspod@gmail.com.
Suditi and Suhita discuss the merits of using heat in your hair, tips on getting out of a funk, and their intuitive eating practices. They also attempt to discuss dating during the pandemic, but question what the concept really means.
To learn more about the Silent Lotus, submit questions for future episodes, and get a list of items mentioned during the episode, visit silentlotuspod.com. Stay in touch on instagram and twitter @silentlotuspod, or by email at silentlotuspod@gmail.com.
Suditi and Suhita discuss the pros and cons of TikTok, tips for staying motivated as a runner, and how they’ve learned to handle unfounded assumptions about them from others. They also share the media that shaped who they are today, including memories from their childhoods.
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In this mini episode, get to know Suhita better as Suditi asks her 20 questions.
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In this mini episode, get to know Suditi better as Suhita asks her 20 questions.
To learn more about the Silent Lotus, submit questions for future episodes, and get a list of items mentioned during the episode, visit silentlotuspod.com. Stay in touch on instagram and twitter @siltentlotuspod, or by email at silentlotuspod@gmail.com.
Suditi and Suhita share their coffee preferences and why foaming cleansers are not the best for your skin. They also discuss how they plan to navigate the new normals of college and how to stay positive during this pandemic.
To learn more about the Silent Lotus, submit questions for future episodes, and get a list of items mentioned during the episode, visit silentlotuspod.com. Stay in touch on instagram and twitter @siltentlotuspod, or by email at silentlotuspod@gmail.com.
Suditi and Suhita share their skincare routines and healthy sleep habits. They also explore the effects of gender dynamics in school and workplace settings, and how to navigate the pressures of a first date.
To learn more about the Silent Lotus, submit questions for future episodes, and get a list of items mentioned during the episode, visit silentlotuspod.com. Stay in touch on instagram and twitter @siltentlotuspod, or by email at silentlotuspod@gmail.com.
In their first episode, Suditi and Suhita share their quarantine routines and cooking philosophies. They also explore how their self-image has developed over the years, discuss the merits of the 9-5, and debate the ideal method of mustache hair removal.
To learn more about the Silent Lotus, submit questions for future episodes, and get a list of items mentioned during the episode, visit silentlotuspod.com. Stay in touch on instagram and on twitter @siltentlotuspod, or by email at silentlotuspod@gmail.com.