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rana abdelhamid on running for ny state assembly, muslims in government, ice raids, + more

Sun, 01 Feb 2026 18:46:04 +0000

first guest of the year and it's rana abdelhamid!! she is running for new york state assemblywoman and she shares her experience of growing up in astoria, queens, her push for safety for immigrants and muslims across the city, women empowerment, affordable housing, and so much more!! she is so knowledgeable about NYC's policies and how we can make it a better city for all of our neighbors. voting day is february 3rd for new yorkers so make sure u go out to make an impact!!

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how to have fun and experiment in 2026

Sun, 11 Jan 2026 19:42:23 +0000

happy new year sweet people this episode is a catch up on all things us + where we've been, our very serious resolutions for 2026, and all the tips and tricks we have on how to live a fruitful life this year. from spelling bees, impromptu trips, public speaking, and so much more, please enjoy this amazing discussion between two professionals right now!!

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rajid selim on building dost, the music business grind, and the rise of desi artists

Sun, 28 Dec 2025 21:21:36 +0000

we sure do have a banger this week!!! we've got rajid selim on the pod today and he really blessed us. rajid is the founder of DOST, the leading media platform amplifying the most exciting talent from the south asian diaspora, generating over 200 million views for musicians of our background. he's here to talk all things music, from building a page from the ground up, navigating the music business, touring the country with sid sriram, times square billboards with nafeesisboujee, and his new dj side quest that's got him opening for anik khan and jai wolf. this man is a doer and he did not hold back!!! tap in immediately

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surprise, we're married!

Sun, 30 Nov 2025 20:07:18 +0000

title says it all :') here's the story of our wedding, all the lovely moments and all the mishaps and everything in between. we are so thankful for all of you who have been apart of our crazy ride :) please do enjoy!!!!

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why zohran mamdani might be bad for nyc...

Mon, 10 Nov 2025 23:24:33 +0000

zohran mamdani is a breath of fresh air for new york city and we are ecstatic that the people have come behind him, but we cant lie and say there are a couple things we're scared of... will zohran coming into office bring more political separation and islamaphobia to the city? will the state be in the support of him the way the people are? tune in to hear our thoughts!!!

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almost cancelling our wedding, getting detained in spain, and more on where we've been

Sun, 02 Nov 2025 22:07:51 +0000

hello we are so happy you've come back to another episode of our pod where we talk about what we've been up to on our much needed season break! mashnus solo traveling in spain with his hostel stories and airport scares, mou working on her biggest art project yet, and why we almost ended up cancelling our whole wedding... do listen to hear about it all!! gracias!!

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working at google by day, olympics boxer by night w/ zinnat ferdous

Fri, 24 Oct 2025 19:20:19 +0000

a new season with a new guest!! introducing zinnat ferdous, who is the 1st female boxer to represent bangladesh and win various international matches while also juggling a full time job at google. in this episode, she talks all about her journey to becoming a professional boxer in her late 20s, how her immigrant parents reacted to this path, the process of trying out for the olympics for bangladesh, the hardships with navigating both a demanding career and training for international matches, and so much more. she shares so much about trusting your gut feeling, the power of networking, pushing through fear, and more wisdom so hope u enjoy!

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resentment, holding a grudge, and how to let things go

Sun, 14 Sep 2025 17:40:46 +0000

hellooo hello! this is our season finale as we both shift focus temporarily to so calm wedding planning!!! this episode is all about how easy it is to hold grudges and grow resentment, mostly with our parents but also with friends and others that have done us wrong. we dive deep into how we interact with grudges, how we remind ourselves to have empathy in the toughest times, and how to give some grace when its needed most. this is a goodie duh listen!!!!

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the most diabolical lies our immigrant parents told us growing up

Sun, 07 Sep 2025 20:10:52 +0000

all of our parents told their kids lies to protect them growing up, but how about the ones that blatantly make no sense?? did u hear that simply praying and eating veggies clears ur skin?? how about that the idea that family should be the only people u can trust as they're fighting over land while telling you this?? in this episode, we're dissecting superstitious beliefs, traditional mindsets, and false propaganda that we almost fell for until we got older. hope u enjoy this one!

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family business = free babysitting + free labor

Sun, 31 Aug 2025 17:05:46 +0000

this is a special episode where we recount our funny labor stories growing up working at the gas station when we weren't supposed to be and working at our uncle's flea market. child of immigrants are usually helping out their families at a very young age and we have many stories to share from that experience from mashnun getting stuck in the fridge and hustling with cigarettes and mou working the counter at the flea market. hope u enjoy!!

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choosing your own career and rejecting the immigrant parent life path

Sat, 23 Aug 2025 14:54:52 +0000

would you choose your own career even if it means breaking your immigrant parents heart? in this episode, we are talking all about the doctor, lawyer, or engineer roadmap that our bangladeshi parents wanted us to go on and the guilt, disagreements, and hard work that went into choosing what WE actually wanted to do. if anyone's feeling lost with how to make your parents proud while also making yourself happy, we hope this one will make u feel a little less alone. we hope u enjoy this one!!

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nyc horror stories: living in the red light district, apartment break ins, and crazy neighbors

Sun, 17 Aug 2025 16:20:06 +0000

we always hear about living it up in NYC, but how about the horror stories?! we've never opened up about getting scammed out of thousands of dollars trying to get an apartment, home invasions and living in the red light district, psychotic neighbors, and it's finally time. we can't have the good without experiencing some of these very humbling things so we hope you learn from our mistakes and enjoy!!

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why brown people romanticize codependence

Sat, 09 Aug 2025 15:57:05 +0000

we always hear stories about people losing their identities when they get into relationships where they stop hanging out with their friends because they get too comfortable with their partners or they don't make time for the things they love doing anymore. we've seen our immigrant mothers sacrifice their livelihoods for the sake of the family and we are ending that toxic cycle!!! in this episode, we talk about the importance of separate time and hobbies in a relationship with our experiences in solo traveling, individual passions, and more. does this mean u love your partner any less? should spending time alone feel scary?? all questions answered and we hope u enjoy this one!!

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is brown aunty hate justified?

Sat, 19 Jul 2025 19:55:50 +0000

do brown aunties and uncles just gossip and judge? this episode may ruffle some of y'alls feathers because we talk about some good contributions that they have made to society. we're talking about the cool family members who you feel comfortable opening up to, who built cities like Jackson Heights with little to no money, organizing community picnics, and more. this one is soooo funny so we hope u enjoy!!

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dameer on actually representing bangladesh, global dj moments, modernizing bangla music

Sat, 12 Jul 2025 16:35:01 +0000

its true its true we went all the way out to toronto, canada to speak with the one and only dameer khan! dameer is musician, global dj, and all around artist, but at the core is someone who so passionately represents bangladesh, its people, its culture, and is on a golden path to sharing it all with the world

in this episode, we let dameer have the floor and tell us about the reality of life in bangladesh, its political situation, and all of the things our people have to speak up about, but also telling us about all the beautiful things our people and culture have attached to them. we talk modernizing bangla music, building real infrastructure, the underground rave culture in bangladesh, and all in all this is dameer's attempt at finding a wife for his US visa tbh

this one's very special and we wholeheartedly hope you enjoy :)

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the hidden cost of code-switching to fit in

Fri, 04 Jul 2025 02:58:45 +0000

have u ever code switched to fit in? in this episode, we're talking all about changing the way you speak, dress, and act to be accepted into our workplace, home environment, and school. and the question is, is this tiring and did we lose ourselves in the process? every child of immigrants is going to be able to relate to this one so hope u enjoy!

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south asian propaganda we're not falling for | tanning, moving out, islamophobia

Fri, 27 Jun 2025 17:06:59 +0000

good day to our difficulters!! this episode is inspired by the tiktok trend on propaganda we should NOT be falling for, and we made this whole ep on super niche things that are normalized in the south asian community that we should NOT be doing!! is tanning and darkening our skin that bad?? do we gotta buy our parents a home before ourselves?? do we gotta respect our elders??? listen to find out :)

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nyc has a generational opportunity with zohran mamdani

Fri, 20 Jun 2025 14:40:10 +0000

hello!!! if you're not sure why you should vote or care for these upcoming nyc elections, then this episode is for you! we break down the revolution that zohran mamdani is creating for young voters as he runs for nyc mayor, why this impacts america as a whole, what sets him apart from his competitors, his fight for more accessibility and affordability across the city. we're simplifying the jargon around voting and politicians so let's dive into it !!

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an honest talk on our wedding | finances, societal pressures, + do we invite our judgmental family?

Fri, 13 Jun 2025 18:30:00 +0000

we are in the engaged era and in the initial stages of wedding planning and OOF - we are stressed. in this very vulnerable tell ALL episode, we are talking about the behind the scenes of wedding planning. no one tells you about the financial stressors, societal and familial pressures and expectations on what it's supposed to look like, who NOT to invite and if we even have a say over that, and so much more when it comes to these very glamorized wedding events. buckle in because this is a good one!

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5 things we don't owe to our immigrant parents

Sat, 07 Jun 2025 17:00:00 +0000

hello!!! this episode serves as a part 2 to last weeks 'do we owe everything to our immigrant parents?' where in this we talk about all the things we DONT owe. do we owe them full cultural perfection? or control over our careers? or complete sacrifice of self being?? that and so much more discussed in this wonderful episode of ur fav pod!!!

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do we owe everything to our immigrant parents?

Fri, 30 May 2025 19:20:00 +0000

are we spoiled for not giving everything to our immigrant parents like the last generation? do we not have boundaries if we choose to give our money and time to our parents. in this episode, we are going to talk all about what we feel like we owe to our parents and talk about the gratitude vs. guilt aspect, the fine line with sacrificing too much and not enough, and more. this is only just part 1 so stay tuned for the next one!!

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surprise, we're engaged!

Fri, 23 May 2025 18:17:57 +0000

it's so very true, your fav cohosts are engaged!! after 3+ years of long distance and being together for almost 5 years, we are so excited to share the story on the surprise proposal, the intense planning that went into it, our different pov's on the week leading up to this engagement, what it feels like to be in the talks of marriage as south asians, and so so much more. this new chapter in our lives mean so much to us so we are so excited to share it with u <3

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how to escape the south asian competitive mindset

Fri, 09 May 2025 19:17:32 +0000

hello hello!! this episode is a part 2 to our recent episode on the roots of the south asian competitive mindset. we've all been there, our parents comparing us to our family and peers, but how do we make sure we don't live our lives with that same way of thinking? in this ep, we go in depth on realistic ways to realize there's enough room at the table, how to spread love and admiration over hate and spite, how to feel successful apart from money and status, and many many more!! lock in

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toxic south asian traditions that we won't be teaching our kids

Fri, 02 May 2025 19:03:00 +0000

we've all grown up with toxic cultural traditions and mindsets that just are NOT IT. whether it's parents placing earlier curfews on daughters vs. their sons, being told to not go out in the sun because you'll get dark, or even just talking over one another. in this episode, we are going to talk about some of the harmful mindsets that we have unlearned and that we will not be passing onto the next generation. you all had a lot to say in this one so hope u enjoy!!!

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how to deal with friend breakups | loneliness, self-blame, hope

Fri, 25 Apr 2025 18:44:41 +0000

we've all gone through bad friendship breakups that made us lose faith in making friends ever again. we've stayed friends with toxic friends or settled just so we don't have to be alone anymore. in this episode, we are talking about the lonely period after going through a friendship breakup, but then how life turns around when you make new friends and find your forever people. this includes advice for anyone going through these tough times right now and also for anyone who doesn't know how to make friends. hope u enjoy!

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why do south asians compete with one another?: a breakdown

Fri, 18 Apr 2025 17:05:00 +0000

did you grow up constantly being compared to your smarter cousin and see family members talk down on everyone around them? did you ever get told to gatekeep resources and not share secrets so that others can't get ahead of you? in this episode, we are going to be breaking down why there are some brown people who compete with other brown people instead of welcoming collaboration and genuine community. we'll be explaining the scarcity mindset in our parents' generation and why many of us also grow up with this need to be the one and only person on top. grab your popcorn because this ones a good one!!

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reacting to your unfiltered south asian pet peeves

Fri, 11 Apr 2025 18:27:09 +0000

yall loved the first time we did this so we had to run it back! for this episode, we asked you guys on ig to tell us your BIGGEST south asian pet peeves and yall didnt hold back. being judged for how muslim you are? not getting recognition for small wins?? people biting off south asian fashion??? that plus so many more in an episode so jam packed and comedic you'll pee your pants just like mohuya does this episode!!! enjoy ;)

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success mindset shifts that the average person doesn't want you to know

Fri, 04 Apr 2025 20:17:00 +0000

many people overlook these powerful success mindset shifts and habits, but these WILL change the way you take risks, grow in your career, and become successful. welcome back to another episode where we talk about some of our most life changing routines like taking a difficult work out class, getting into the creative deep flow state, or even simply, having a reliable skincare routine. we hope u enjoy this one!

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interracial relationships, how to stop bed rotting, post-grad jobs: an advice session

Fri, 28 Mar 2025 20:55:00 +0000

you know we need to do another advice session with some of our most asked questions!! if you're struggling with approaching therapy for the first time or telling your desi parents about a non-desi partner OR even how to start meal prepping, then this is the episode for you. this includes advice for bed rotters, newly grads, and everyone in between. this is what we'd do in your situations so we hope u enjoy!

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6 red flags we had to unlearn to save our relationships

Fri, 14 Mar 2025 17:11:31 +0000

we are airing out all our dirty laundry here by exposing some of our WORST red flags that we've had to unlearn over the past few years. we talk about the toxic ways we would act in relationships like giving the silent treatment or always having a victim mindset while also sharing some ways we've unlearned these bad traits. we ALL have negative things that we have to work on so this episode is for me and for u to get some inspiration on how to get better for ourselves and people around us. hope u enjoy!

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toxic productivity + the hidden ways it manifests in your life

Fri, 07 Mar 2025 19:00:00 +0000

we've probably all pulled all nighters to study for a test or worked overtime and cancelled on plans, but what happens when it becomes a part of your everyday lifestyle? in this episode about toxic productivity, we talk about the negative effects of working too much to the point of burnout and exhaustion and some signs to look out for if you feel like you might be experiencing this too. as children of immigrants, working hard might've been ingrained in us and it's about time we take control of our own life and realize that we are more than just our work and grades. we worked hard on this one and really hope u enjoy!

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these are our south asian hot takes...

Fri, 28 Feb 2025 16:57:02 +0000

our second time around on this topic and we get real spicy!!! join us for an episode of 6 hot takes on the south asian community, including but not limited to: brown people are the most racist ones to brown people? south asian women need to stop relying on their husbands?? we need to respect south asian service workers more??? tune in to hear the rest!

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how to protect your peace in a toxic environment

Fri, 21 Feb 2025 17:55:00 +0000

this one is for all the people who have been in an unhealthy environment whether it's with toxic friends, family, or other loved ones. these are some realistic tips on how to protect your peace and cope with them because unfortunately most of us can't just cut them out of our lives!! how do u still maintain your sanity as an adult in your childhood home? how do u maintain boundaries with people who don't make you feel safe?? we answer it all here and we hope u enjoy this one!

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here are some things we hid from our south asian parents...

Fri, 14 Feb 2025 19:09:51 +0000

sometimes you need to hide some things and live a double life in a south asian family... and in this episode we don't hold back. we share some of our funny personal experiences on what we kept from my parents growing up like hiding grades, the way we dress, relationships, who we're hanging out with, and so much more. there's definitely a bigger conversation on why we felt the need to hide these things growing up in this culture, but for now we hope you love and relate to this lighthearted episode!! <3

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escaping child marriage at 12 to graduating from harvard w/ aria mustary

Fri, 07 Feb 2025 19:29:07 +0000

the first guest of 2025 and she's the real deal!!! this episode is with our good friend aria mustary, a harvard grad the escaped child marriage at 12 now helping other young girls do the same as the founder of mai soli, a foundation revolutionizing education for young girls in developing countries through empowerment and entrepreneurship. we dive deep on living through poverty as a eldest daughter on the edge of child marriage, the sacrifices her and her mother made for her family, her battles with mental health and adhd, and how she stumbled her way into harvard grad school. as moving as her story is, aria stays humble and lighthearted and is a huge clown and we're blessed to have her on please enjoy!!!

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ending the cycle of self sabotaging + unlearning it as child of immigrants

Fri, 31 Jan 2025 19:58:30 +0000

we are officially in part 2 of our self sabotage series where we now talk about the tangible ways to stop self sabotaging. if you are wondering how to slowly unlearn imposter syndrome, the fear of failure, low self esteem, and stop getting in your own way, then you need to listen to the realistic tips we have to get to the best version of yourself. we talk about getting out of the toxic relationship cycle, getting out of your comfort zone career wise, procrastination when it comes to work, and so much more. you don't want to miss out on this one!

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breaking down self-sabotaging for children of immigrants

Fri, 24 Jan 2025 19:41:33 +0000

if you're the type of person who have self sabotaging tendencies in your career and relationships, then this episode might be for you. we talk about the different types of self sabotage like procrastination, imposter syndrome, unhealthy coping mechanisms, and how it manifests in your life. this episode is a deep dive for anyone who feels like they're getting in their own way of success and happiness and wants to finally get their life together. welcome to part 1 of this series!!

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budgeting for beginners: tips to save more money

Fri, 17 Jan 2025 19:43:40 +0000

we all have guilty pleasures that we love spending money on and in this tell all episode, we get honest about our own spending habits. over the years, we've learned how to manage our money better and contribute to our financial freedoms, so we make sure to share some of our best proven saving tips. if you have a shopping addiction or are obsessed with tiktok shop, then make sure to listen to this episode to learn how to be better with your money!

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a lot is happening in the pop culture world and here are our thoughts...

Sat, 11 Jan 2025 16:24:06 +0000

if there's one thing that we do best, it is to yap about random pop culture topics that have flooded our for you feeds. is what luigi mangione did ethical and justified? thoughts on the blake lively and justin baldoni case? what's happening in the chess world?? we have so much commentary and we break it down to you dummy style, so don't miss this episode!!

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how you can overcome seasonal depression + 7 tips to survive it

Fri, 03 Jan 2025 21:35:04 +0000

many people experience seasonal depression right when the temperature goes down and daylight savings hit. in this episode, we talk about our own experiences with feeling this during the winter, some signs associated with it, and tips on how you can help a friend or yourself who may be dealing with it. often times we've let this depression and "winter rut" control us and waste the whole season, but not anymore!!! come into 2025 strong by following some of these tips and mindset shifts; we hope u enjoy!

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job hunting for 16 months + tips to finally get one

Fri, 20 Dec 2024 17:27:28 +0000

Job hunting season is in full swing this new year so let’s talk about the actual process of trying to find a job in corporate America. Mashnun shares his 16+ month journey with the job market and emotions with the current crisis along with some great tips on navigating this difficult time and finding one. Make sure to stick until the end to hear the exclusive lore with a job that fired him… hope u enjoy!

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gaining respect as an adult - in the workplace, families, + friendships

Sat, 14 Dec 2024 19:57:02 +0000

we talked about parentification of kids in last weeks episode, so this is part 2 of not getting taken serious as an adult. do your friends, parents, or coworkers still not give you the respect because of your age? do people view you as children and not take you serious just because you're younger? we talk about our own experiences of imposter syndrome, not getting taken seriously in all our relationships, and tips on how we've broken the mold. this one is for u if you're trying to earn more respect within ur relationships!!

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the parentified child of immigrants, explained

Fri, 06 Dec 2024 21:02:28 +0000

this one's a heavy one but one we know so many can relate too; in this ep we're talking all about parentification, a very common theme in the lives of south asians, otherwise known as 'growing up too fast'. we get into all the signs and symptons we recognized that helped us label ourselves as parentified, our personal experiences, and what we're doing nowadays to help ourselves heal and recover through the process. (mou had incredible insight this episode and i highly suggest you stick around for all her wisdom!!!) enjoy :)

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getting real about our holiday season anxiety...

Fri, 29 Nov 2024 18:58:04 +0000

happy holidays to our difficulters!! new season, new lights, new setting, but same dippin' dots talking this week about all the things that give us stress and anxiety during the holiday season as south asians. whether it's figuring out who to give your time and energy to, how to deal with the financial stress of gift giving, or just allowing yourself some time to rest before our fresh start next year, we get into how we're feeling as the year comes to a close, and we hope we encourage you to give the rest of 2024 your all!! :)

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how to stop fearing change and actually welcome it (for people in a rut)

Wed, 02 Oct 2024 19:56:00 +0000

what better way is there to end the season than us talking about change!! in this episode, we talk about the feelings we get when we are in a rut and a big change is needed (but we're scared to take it) and how our lives transform when we do take that scary step. we talk about career and college major pivets, moving out, and other big changes we've made and how we did it. this episode is especially for u if you feel like you're to stagnant or you're in a rut. we hope this episode motivates you to take that risk that scares you for the betterment of yourself and we'll see u in the next season :)

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chemical engineer by day, world-touring bangladeshi comedian by night w/ shafi hossain

Tue, 24 Sep 2024 19:31:01 +0000

how lucky are we to have the funniest engineer in the world on the pod!! shafi hossain (@shafistandsup) is a chemical engineer by day, world-touring bangladeshi comedian by night, and one of the most wise individuals we’ve shared our platform with. born and raised in bangladesh, he fell into comedy while studying internationally and hasn’t looked back since. he’s genuinely one of the kindest, funniest, and most intellectual humans we’ve have the pleasure of speaking with

in this ep, we talk about being an international student from bangladesh and assimilating to american culture, why birds are better than cats, manifesting and silent retreats, defining success, cold plunges, and why you shouldn't eat eggs before an exam, and we can’t wait for u to tune in. i hope u like it.

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how to control your anger and channel it into good

Tue, 17 Sep 2024 19:50:00 +0000

difficulters!!! its time to speak on an unfortunate issue in our community, anger and temperament. anger can manifest in south asians from so many different places, and it's something most likely all of us have seen arise in our homes growing up. in this episode, we break down the ways we've been exposed to angry people, how we're learning to control our own anger with our friends and family, and all the ways you can channel that fire into productivity. listen now or feel our wrath!!

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why life is better when you're busy

Tue, 10 Sep 2024 20:34:53 +0000

hello! solo mashnun episode time and its all about how too much freetime can be detrimental, and using a busy schedule to get you out a slump. we hear things like hustle, self-care, hard work, and relaxation, and it's always tough figuring out what your own work/life balance is. in this episode i talk bout how i went from generational hustler, to lazy puddle of nothingness, now bouncing back to understand what i want my work/life balance to be for the rest of my 20s. listen till to end for a special announcement!!!

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reacting to your controversial south asian pet peeves

Tue, 03 Sep 2024 21:21:02 +0000

what is the biggest south asian pet peeve that you have? we have MANY so in this episode we talk about phone call etiquette, inability to communicate, backhanded compliments, and so much more. y'all sent in so many responses and we might have some of our own controversial takes 👀 hope u guys enjoy this one!

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feeling unfulfilled in life, ungrateful siblings, + #1 tip for seniors: an advice session

Thu, 22 Aug 2024 18:23:18 +0000

don’t know why yall keep asking for advice from two dink doinks but here we go again!! this is a jam packed one with surprisingly some solid advice on how to find fulfillment in life even with living the south asian immigrant dream, practicing emotional vulnerability, figuring out prioritization for who deserves your time, and lending a helping hand to upcoming seniors to make the most out of your academic experience. listen for lunch!!!🥗

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125 concerts in a year, the bangla edm wave, + manifesting your dream life w/ ARINI

Tue, 13 Aug 2024 18:29:33 +0000

this is not a drill we got ARINI on the pod!! arinee rahman is bangladeshi content creator and dj hailing from san francisco and chances are you’ve seen her all over social media. from documenting her journey through life alongside music, going to 125 concerts in 2023, going viral for djing for her brown parents, to playing opening sets for some of her idols, arinee has blessed us with a jam-packed episode on battling depression in your late 20s, following what your heart says, manifesting your dream life, and oh so much more. tune in if you like fruit!!!🥭

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when brown traditions become toxic

Tue, 06 Aug 2024 18:02:17 +0000

welcome back to the one and only difficult-ish!! first and foremost our hearts and prayers go out to the brave and noble people of bangladesh who've fought for the right and freedom from the nation's tyrannical government. we're doing our part in staying as informed as possible to use our platforms for the people of our country 🇧🇩

this episode is all about how certain traditions in our culture can become toxic in excess or exposure. whether it's eating every grain of rice on your plate, women told to do good only for the sake of marriage, apologizing solely through acts of service, and oh so many more, we go through some of our own and many from yall in this one!!

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building a south asian bubble tea empire w/ shaheer khan, owner of pyo chai

Tue, 30 Jul 2024 18:37:21 +0000

welcoming this weeks amazing guest, shaheer khan!! he is a nepali-pakistani american who is the founder of two successful south asian inspired bubble tea shops on long island called pyo chai. he opened these shops with his brother, saqib, at the start of the pandemic and their shops have been featured on publications like buzzfeed tasty and insider. through the various leadership roles he had at his alma mater, stony brook university, he now brings those skills to his business to support his community for fundraising and cultural events. we are so excited for u to listen about his journey!!

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how quitting drinking has changed my life (and how you can do it too)

Sat, 27 Jul 2024 16:58:24 +0000

in this solo episode, mohuya talks about her experience with quitting drinking alcohol in her 20's when it's so heavily ingrained in american and corporate culture. she talks about how she stopped drinking cold turkey and ways it has changed her life for the better. this episode is for anyone who is trying to stop drinking and needs a little push, hope u enjoy! :)

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maybe im the problem. (this is your sign to self reflect)

Tue, 23 Jul 2024 15:54:15 +0000

we heard yall victimize yourselves and cant hold friendships?? so in this episode we offer you top tier self reflection tips so you can learn to be the very best versions of yourself and start taking accountability!! we talk about people in our lives that always blame others over themselves, how we have learned to self reflect ourselves, and the realizations we've uncovered along our journeys. send this to ur victimizing friend :p

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exposing some gatekept confidence tips

Tue, 16 Jul 2024 18:03:53 +0000

welcome back to difficultish!!! this episode is all about confidence; how brown people can struggle with confidence, what true confidence really looks like, our growth through insecurities, and of course our 5 star tips and tricks on how to grow through your own!! lacking confidence is no joke, it’s something we’re all scared to admit, so we open an open conversation helps guide y'all with becoming more confident in yourself. listen for a hug!!

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an honest conversation on poor eating habits as a south asian

Tue, 09 Jul 2024 21:14:49 +0000

this one's a solo episode by mashnun on something so many can relate to but more than often goes undiscussed; how bad eating habits and an unhealthy living can manifest in south asians. i recently got on the keto diet and it's been making me think about the relationship i've built with food and eating throughout my life, and it's been relieving finding answers to many of my questions. generational trauma, a scarce upbringing, and the over-examination of self are all contributing factors to the toxic relationship i've had with eating, but at the end of the day, we're always in control of our own habits and i hope you can take something away from this talk :) listen for a blueberry!!!

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coachella's 1st bangladeshi artist + climbing the music industry w/ jai wolf

Tue, 02 Jul 2024 18:52:17 +0000

3rd video guest and he's the real deal!! welcoming the incredible jai wolf, or sajeeb saha, a bangladeshi-american edm producer, songwriter, dj, and global sensation! he built his notoriety by creating his own singles like ‘indian summer’ and ‘like its over’ and remixing songs with artists like alesso, melanie martinez, and odesza. he is the first bangladeshi artist to play at coachella and he also became the first bangladeshi artist to sell out red rock amphitheater in colorado, all while still living at momma's crib in little long island. this man is currently on a national tour so we are SO honored to have him on the podcast!!

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reacting to your spicy relationship stories + friends who embarrass you in public

Tue, 25 Jun 2024 18:54:59 +0000

welcome back to another episode where we react to your crazy situationship stories and give you our own experiences and advice on the subject. we talk about imposter syndrome, breaking no contact with an ex, finding better friends when you aren't being treated right, our hot takes on situationships in your 20s, and so much more. as always, make sure to listen til the end of the episode to comment the emoji of the week and we hope u enjoy!

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scandinavian aesthetic, monet and jalen controversy, and why's everyone a dj??

Tue, 18 Jun 2024 20:07:42 +0000

for this episode we just felt like blabbering about random online brainrot topics because it's our podcast?? have you heard of the infamous scandinavian aesthetic (white women discovered dupattas)? the monet mcmichael and jalen noble drama about men having to be sole providers for women? nyc squatters taking over the city? hot rodent men?? and many more??? listen now for your much needed unnecessary pop culture updates with mohuya and mashnun now

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from nano engineer to bengali restaurateur w/ munzzy

Mon, 10 Jun 2024 23:15:19 +0000

2nd video guest episode is here!! welcome munzzy uddin, a bangladeshi american restaurateur who went from being a nano engineer to opening her own restaurant called the monkey king in bushwhick, brooklyn. she's constantly breaking barriers as the eldest daughter of immigrants and is incredibly passionate about bringing an asian-fusion cuisine to the forefront of nyc, while also making space for other bangladeshi small business owners and creatives with her success. in this episode, we talk about her career shift and her struggles with getting started on her untraditional dreams as the oldest daughter of immigrants, how her relationship with her parents changed through this journey, the importance making room for the bangladeshi community within her business, the experience of opening a restaurant in nyc in the midst of a pandemic, and so much more. we are SO excited for you to listen to it!! follow munzzy + the monkey king! @ohmunzzy @themonkeykingnyc

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are you whitewashed for not speaking your native language perfectly?

Tue, 04 Jun 2024 16:55:51 +0000

hi! hallo! salam! namaste! this episode is all about our journeys with learning and speaking our native language of bangla 🇧🇩 the two of us grew up with different exposures to our mother tongue, and although we where our culture on our backs, we know we have so much work to do in perfecting our language, and paying homage to all our customs and traditions. do you feel guilty for not being absolutely fluent in our mother tongue? do you get criticized or feel embarrassed for your level of fluency? do u be scaring the aunties with your americanized english-fusion language? this episode is for u!

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storytime of getting followed by a random man in nyc + safety tips

Sat, 01 Jun 2024 16:53:57 +0000

the scary thing happened the other day and mohuya got followed home by a random creepy man in NYC. in this solo episode, she's sharing that experience so it can potentially help some of you on top of some safety tips for women. stay safe and vigilant out there!

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have magnetic energy in 10 easy steps

Tue, 28 May 2024 19:00:39 +0000

when you meet someone with magnetic energy, they have this pull on you and you just love being around them. in this episode, we talk about some of the characteristics we love in people we know who have attractive energy and how you can also achieve this *bella hadid* attractive energy yourself. we realized that this is the best way to have long lasting friendships, relationships, and opportunities come your way so we hope this helps u get the life you desire too!! make sure to listen til the end of the episode to find out and comment the emoji of the week :) keep tabs on us: our instagram: https://www.instagram.com/difficultish/ mohuya's instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mohuyaakhan/?hl=en mashnun's instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mashnunmunir/

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how expectations hinder you from growing as a south asian

Tue, 21 May 2024 17:30:00 +0000

we're so back with a real hard hitting topic we know yall gonna relate to. as brown people, we're given by expectations by everyone!!! our parents, distant family, society, culture, sometimes it feels like we dont even have the space to explore ourselves because we're busy making others happy. this episode is all about craving acceptance, the appropriate balance of expectation, and how we detach ourselves from the needs and pressures of others, and more! we expect you to listen!!!

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how to maintain friends, from someone that sucks at maintaining friends

Sat, 18 May 2024 17:50:03 +0000

this one's a solo ep by mashnun! this one is all about how to maintain friendships, from someone that specifically sucks at it. ive always been the overthinking friend, the one that makes relationships more complicated than they have to be, and it's never been a particularly easy task for me, and i know that's something many of you probably relate to. friendships get weird and complicated as adults, so i spent this episode talking bout the different phases i went through with maintaining friends, and 5 tips on how you can be better as it as well. listen or lose all your friends!!!

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8 signs that you're settling in your relationship

Tue, 14 May 2024 16:16:46 +0000

hello friends today we're discussing our 8 signs that YOU might be settling in your relationship. as brown people, we rarely know our own worth in a relationship since it's tied to so many traits, and its so easy to settle for less than what you or anyone even deserves. in this episode, we talk bout the difference between setting in a relationship and being "realistic", becoming a fictional character, avoiding vulnerability, the olive theory, and how mashnun is a great wedding dancer. listen to have him choreograph your own wedding!!!

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risks we took in our 20s that saved our lives

Tue, 07 May 2024 16:44:56 +0000

hello our risky difficulters this episode is all bout things we did in our 20s that literally SAVED OUR LIVES. as brown people its not easy to challenge societal norms and do things we see as scary or troubling but what if that risk pays off? whether is mou starting boxing and leaving her old friends, or mashnun getting a white ppl job and interviewing barefoot, we got so much to share with you guys in this one. please enjoiiiii keep tabs on us: our instagram: https://www.instagram.com/difficultish/ mohuya's instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mohuyaakhan/?hl=en mashnun's instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mashnunmunir/ mashnun's secret youtube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@mashnunmunir

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really bad life advice you should never follow

Tue, 30 Apr 2024 16:43:00 +0000

hey :) this episode is all about life advice we've been given by our parents, friends, bosses, and community that never really hit the mark for us. have you been told to always eat every grain of rice even when you're full? or to never choose violence and to kill them with kindness? or to respect your elders even when they out of pocket?? so have we, listen now to hear everything we get into and so much more, including horrible advice you guys have been given too! keep tabs on us: our instagram: https://www.instagram.com/difficultish/ mohuya's instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mohuyaakhan/?hl=en mashnun's instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mashnunmunir/

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is it possible to balance everything in life?

Tue, 23 Apr 2024 17:44:00 +0000

is it possible to balance everything in life? do you get anxious when you go to work and school, and then you come home and try to figure out when to squeeze in your health and fitness, your social life and family time, and everything else? in this episode, we talk about all of the things that society tells us to balance perfectly, but truly how burnt out we get when we try to. so here are some of the practical ways to have a work/life balance while figuring out how to prioritize the right things in life. let me know how u like this one and if you can relate!! keep tabs on us: our instagram: https://www.instagram.com/difficultish/ mohuya's instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mohuyaakhan/?hl=en mashnun's instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mashnunmunir/

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overthinking in relationships, challenging norms, + standing up to parents: an advice session

Tue, 16 Apr 2024 19:44:41 +0000

it's been a while since we've done an advice session, but we're back! y'all sent in questions about overcoming anxiety in new relationships, how to make friends in a big city, being okay with going against the status quo, how to be seen as more mature in your parents' eyes, and so much more!!! we've got a lot to say about these things and we hope our unprofessional, but very mighty wisdom helps some of u!!

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productivity tips for neurodivergent people

Tue, 09 Apr 2024 19:22:25 +0000

how do you handle time management and productivity when you're neurodivergent? growing up when we didn't know about our OCD or ADHD, we would try EVERYTHING to try and be productive during school and work without any success. and on top of that, we grew up in immigrant households that also played a huge part on how we viewed work. now that we're older, we have some tips to be our most productive selves and you will really see how we function SO differently from another and that's ok. hope u enjoy this one and happy finals season!!

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hot takes on the brown influencer world w/ shawtysin

Tue, 02 Apr 2024 19:47:59 +0000

welcoming our first guest of 2024, Miss Cynthia Victor AKA Shawtysin! Cynthia has over 2 million followers across all platforms and she's walked NYFW, gone on dozens of infamous brand trips, and has reached millions of people with her makeup and fashion content. in this TELL ALL conversation, we talk about imposter syndrome in a white dominated space, secrets to making it as an influencer, what positive south asian representation actually should look like, staying true to your roots and morals despite success, and so much more. follow cynthia! instagram: https://www.instagram.com/shawtysin_ tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@shawtysin

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hostel realities, foreign tsa scares, and more solo travel stories

Tue, 26 Mar 2024 18:44:00 +0000

hello! we’ve traveled to many different places, and so that we means we have A LOT of stories that make up these trips that we’ve never shared before… we got a lot of good experiences, but also REALLY bad ones which include getting scammed, hostel malfunctions, traveling as a female solo traveler, foreign TSA lines, and so much more. you have to listen to this before you travel so you can avoid some of the mistakes that we made, but also have an idea on the beautiful things to also look forward to. we hope u enjoy!

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hustle culture is more toxic than you think

Tue, 19 Mar 2024 16:00:00 +0000

hustle culture is prevalent in so many big cities, but have you ever experienced it in new york city? in this episode, we talk about the mental pressure of being in a city that emphasizes the grind and competing with one another, and with the added on layer of being from a south asian family that promotes the same hustle. we are both fasting so we're low energy in this one, but still hope u enjoy regardless!! :)

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things we hated about our culture before we grew up

Tue, 12 Mar 2024 19:15:25 +0000

when we were younger, we didn't understand or truly appreciate the unique parts of our cultures. we'd get annoyed if we had a dawat (gathering) to attend every weekend or if we were put into music or dance classes. but now that we're older, we have a newfound appreciation for these beautiful things that make our bangladeshi culture so unique. u guys also sent in your responses on what makes your background so different so we hope u enjoy :)

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is our generation too soft for the world?

Tue, 05 Mar 2024 19:38:05 +0000

welcome back to your favorite pod where today’s topic is something we hear about all the time, and we wanted to focus on this generation of south asians and whether we see us as too soft or as justified in the way we think. our trips to bangladesh have been weighing heavy on us, and after spending time in the villages, we can’t help but recognize all that we take for granted out here. we talk our parents will to leave home, mental health, gratitude, and so much more. listen for cooking recipes!!

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we traveled to bangladesh after 20 years! here's what shocked us 🇧🇩

Thu, 29 Feb 2024 20:04:53 +0000

dynamic duo is back😎 we JUST came back from our trips to bangladesh and we gots so much to share!! this episode is all about the culture shocks we faced being american-born bengalis, like the idolization of education, being scolded for wanting alone time, collectively washing hands in bowls, and a whole lot more. enjoy this one and the rest that we have to come!! keep tabs on us: our instagram: https://www.instagram.com/difficultish/ our youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCITGvzBnzyExvMPh7EGqCzQ mohuya's instagram: https://www.instagram.com/labyrinthave/ mashnun's instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mashnunmunir/

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haggling and gifting culture for south asians

Tue, 20 Feb 2024 20:00:00 +0000

welcome to another solo episode, but from bangladesh!! have y'all ever traveled abroad to your mother country and your parents bring 10 huge luggages full of just gifts? in this week's story time episode, i talk about the whole process of getting your visa at the bangladesh embassy, buying souvenirs and gifts for your family back at home, and how to haggle like a pro. you're in for a ride with this episode so we hope u enjoy!!

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how to stop taking criticism so personally

Tue, 13 Feb 2024 19:51:06 +0000

inspired by my boxing coach violating me for my subpar boxing skills, this solo episode is on handling criticism :/ being criticized is something i've always had difficulty accepting, but as we all know is vital to our growth and development. south asians can struggle with it the most cus of the insufficient ways we've been critizied by our family/community growing up, so my story is not unique, but surely one we can all relate to. tap in and share thoughts! keep tabs on us: our instagram: https://www.instagram.com/difficultish/ our youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCITGvzBnzyExvMPh7EGqCzQ mohuya's instagram: https://www.instagram.com/labyrinthave/ mashnun's instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mashnunmunir/

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simplifying the process of making female friends as an adult

Tue, 06 Feb 2024 17:00:00 +0000

we get it, it's hard to make friends as adults. especially as girls, we were taught to always compete with other girls and gossip where it feels impossible to find true girlfriends in your 20s. in this solo episode, mohuya talks about how to find and maintain those female friends when you move out of your hometown or outgrow old friendships. this episode is peak girlhood and i hope this video finds u in the algorithm if you're also on the same boat of trying to find ur people :) keep tabs on us: our instagram: https://www.instagram.com/difficultish/

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embarrassing high school stories that altered our brain chemistries

Tue, 30 Jan 2024 17:00:00 +0000

ever had a 'cringey' moment in high school that you could never say out loud? well us too, except we're gonna tell you because we can laugh about it now and so you don't feel as alone. we got stories ranging from doing 5 talent shows in one sitting just to look cool in front of our classmates to buying the same prom dress as someone else, and everything else in between. high school is such a small portion in our lives, so there's no point to delve on the past when there's so much more look forward to. we hope u enjoy!!

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taking that risk + fighting complacency in your 20s

Sun, 28 Jan 2024 16:54:57 +0000

hello it’s mashnun and it’s my first solo ep on 2024🫂 wanted to keep it calm and just talk bout something that’s been on my mind in celebration of finally moving to nyc this one’s all bout taking risks as a south asian, my thought process behind why i did some of the risky things i did, how i built my foresight, and just some words of advice for my familia who are feeling complacent in life. show me luv cus i luv you i hope you enjoy

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what we learned about money in our 20s

Tue, 23 Jan 2024 19:58:45 +0000

growing up, we didn't have too much financial literacy and knowledge on credit cards, 401Ks, how to actually save up, healthy spending habits, and things related to money. we had to kinda learn about money the hard way by making mistakes and researching it on our own. in this episode, we're going to share some of our top lessons and advice about money so that you don't have to go through the same thing that we did. hope u enjoy!! keep tabs on us: our instagram: https://www.instagram.com/difficultish/

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relationship red flags that you're probably overlooking

Tue, 16 Jan 2024 18:20:31 +0000

y'all LOVED part one of this, so we had to come back stronger with part two of relationship red flags that you have to be wary of. this includes avoiding extreme mama's boys, guys that pay for everything just so they can have control over you, girls who have unsupportive friends, and also people who use too much social media...????some of these are also quite common in traditional, south asian relationships so cue the hot takes in this episode...t y'all need to listen before you commit to any relationship or even a friendship. enjoy! keep tabs on us: our instagram: https://www.instagram.com/difficultish/

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ins and outs for 2024: we are not going to feel guilty about rest this year!

Fri, 12 Jan 2024 17:05:14 +0000

welcome to the first solo episode of 2024!! in this episode with mohuya, we're going to talk about what habits i'm bringing with me and what i am leaving behind in the new year!! comparing yourself to others? nope, haven't heard of her. holding celebrities to high standards? couldn't be me. so if you also need inspo on what wellness routines to focus on in 2024 and what to leave behind, listen along to this :) enjoy!!

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what's the american dream for POC's?

Tue, 09 Jan 2024 21:31:06 +0000

we always hear about 'the american dream' and how our parents moved across the world and sacrificed their livelihoods for us to achieve this ideal life. but it wasn't until we got older where we realized that our versions of the american dream is completely different than what we saw on western media and also what our parents expected of us. it's not really about having a white picket fence and it's not really about becoming a doctor to help our parents' reputation, but something completely different. so let's talk about it.. what is the american dream for POC's and south asians? hope u enjoy this episode and as always, pls share your thoughts!! :)

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why do brown people strive for white approval?

Tue, 02 Jan 2024 17:15:59 +0000

hot topic for the first of 2024!! why do brown people feel the need to always please white people, and have the desire the satisfy them? we were inspired by a tiktok by @azitatoprahman who spoke about witnessing a ton of brown influencers and creators who built their platforms on the basis of being brown but have now been silent about what’s happening in 🍉. in this episode, we talk about where we’ve fell victim trying to please white people, brown on brown hatred, and how advocating for representation comes with responsibilities. listen to have a good day!!

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the art of detachment + learning to love the journey

Tue, 26 Dec 2023 17:49:20 +0000

last episode of the year!! a lot has been going on and a lot has been on our minds so we wanted to spend this episode sharing a bit bout things we find ourselves closely attached to, how we end up with so much on our shoulders, and learning the process of detachment. whether its detaching ourselves from being so result driven, from family expectations, or just any external source that has too much control over us, the art of detachment is powerful and one that all south asians should practice. this one's kinda all over the place, but we hope you can take something out of our ramblings and have it mean something special! happy new year ily

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routines that we can't live without in our 20s

Tue, 19 Dec 2023 14:50:00 +0000

we made fun of our mom's routines and hated making our bed growing up, but like maybe.... our parents were onto something. now that we're older, we have small self care routines and habits that may seem 'annoying' to do, but make the world of a difference when you're having those rough mental health days. things like washing the dishes before bed so you don't have to worry about it in the morning or waking up an hour before your usual time to have "me time" can be so beneficial for your current and future selves. if ur in a rut, hope this episode gives you some inspo on some small routines you can follow :) keep tabs on us: our instagram: https://www.instagram.com/difficultish/ our youtube: https://youtube.com/@difficultishpodcast?si=c1OlnDEfypibdSqY mohuya's instagram: https://www.instagram.com/labyrinthave/ mashnun's instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mashnunmunir/

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is discipline the thief of joy for south asians?

Tue, 12 Dec 2023 17:01:57 +0000

what happens when you have too much or have too little of discipline?? a lot of us struggle with not having enough discipline when having to study or go to the gym, and how exactly do we get over that??! in this episode, we do a deep dive on the importance of discipline and holding yourself accountable, but also knowing when to let go and be more spontaneous. we talk about how we started small to grow our discipline, how it affects our self esteem, the sacrifices we've made in our 20s to do it, and so much more. hope this convo helps u all!!

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south asians' problem with money + our toxic spending habits

Tue, 05 Dec 2023 16:14:38 +0000

growing up with money trauma and lack of financial security can cause south asians to end up super frugal or super reckless with their money, and in this episode, we explore the latter! whether its wanting to show off to family back home, suffering from poor money management, or just wanting to finally indulge in luxuries you were never granted, our community (including mashnun) could really use some help with their poor spending habits. do you really need that 3rd coffee or that $25 chicken sandwich for lunch? the answer is yes but enjoy the episode regardless!!! :)

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tryna figure out the rest of your life in your 20s

Tue, 28 Nov 2023 17:43:21 +0000

doctor?? engineer?? both?? our teachers keep asking us what we want to do for the rest of our lives, our friends seem to have their lives already figured out, and our parents have imagined their version of a perfect future for us already, and we know, it's really overwhelming. in this episode, we share some of the key tips and factors that helped us figure out what we want to do with our lives, and finally take our life into our own hands. listen for a cookie!

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mental health is still taboo + how we got help

Tue, 21 Nov 2023 17:00:00 +0000

welcome to part 2 on this mental health series! we talk about our personal experiences with finally seeking help for our ADHD and OCD and how it's still so taboo to speak on about these issues out loud to loved ones. we talk about the crazy insurance process, finding the right doctors, the long paperwork, medication, and so much more. hope our journeys make you feel less alone and allows you to seek help if you need it :)

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opening up bout our adhd + ocd

Tue, 14 Nov 2023 18:40:00 +0000

mental health is a huge brush stroke topic that we hit on every now and then, but we finally chose to spend an episode talking bout how the two of us learned bout our own diagnosed (and ongoing diagnosing) mental health conditions. even though this kinda stuff can be tough to talk about we know it can be super relatable for our listeners and we should celebrate more normalized conversations bout it in the first place!! mashnun talks about his adhd, mohuya talks about her ocd, and we share the signs and symptoms we recognized that pushed us towards diagnosis. we hope you enjoy and we hope you're taking of your mental health most importantly <3

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what's it like being muslim post 9/11?

Tue, 07 Nov 2023 17:05:23 +0000

in this episode, we talk about some of the negative experiences we've had as Muslims in a post 9/11 society. this includes taking off the hijab in elementary school, getting randomly checked at the airport, seeing false stereotypes in media, and so much more. these experiences are sensitive and still relevant today, especially in the climate of the world and islamophobia spreading even more, and we wanted to bring awareness to the severity of the issue. hope u enjoy the paan segment towards the end and our conversations!!

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where we've been + our first video episode!

Tue, 31 Oct 2023 16:00:00 +0000

we had our 100th episode nyc celebration and ended season 2...... but where the heck were we for over 2 months? here's our first episode back on season 3 and we talk about updates in our lives, our new youtube video implementations, mashnun's chess club, the gen*cide going on right now in the world, and so much more. we have so many fun things planned for this new season and we cannot wait for u to see!! keep tabs on us: our instagram: https://www.instagram.com/difficultish/

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our 1st live event announcement + mashnun's moving to nyc!

Fri, 04 Aug 2023 13:52:00 +0000

the title says it all folks <3 we're excited to announce our 1st live event to celebrate 100 fun-filled episodes of difficult-ish!!!! august 18th in brooklyn, ny, join us in a night of mingling, connection, and celebration of the south asian diaspora through a live panel, bites, games, music, gifts, exclusive merch, and so much more. find the ticket link below!!

in case that wasn't enough, we're just as excited to announce that mashnun is officially moving to nyc, and our next season will begin as a video podcast :') give the episode a listen for all the deets, love u all and thank u forever

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our hot takes on the barbie movie

Fri, 28 Jul 2023 13:54:00 +0000

the two of us got all dressed up and watched the barbie movie last weekend and boy do we have thoughts!! everyone thought the barbie movie would be a cutesy story bout white girl dolls and the color pink but we got so much more. motherhood, patriarchy, beauty standards, the list goes on, and we share our thoughts on it all. enjoy beloved ep 99!!!! see you next week for 100👀

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q+a! why we started the pod, pursuing the arts as a south asian, and special announcements!

Sat, 22 Jul 2023 03:32:00 +0000

ep 100 is approaching!!!! we wanted to do a final q+a before our 100th episode for any new listeners that have joined the fam, or old listeners that have had questions are stuff we don't usually answer on the pod. why did we start the pod? what the heck does labyrinthave even mean? how did we tell our parents we're pursuing creative careers? what would you tell your 18 year old self? all answered in this episode, plus some very special news.....

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how south asians celebrate their bdays + our traumatizin bday stories lol

Fri, 14 Jul 2023 17:00:00 +0000

there are the birthdays that we grew up watching on tv, and then the birthdays that we grew up actually living.... we already know that the infamous tradition for many south asian families is fake feeding cake for the pictures for every birthday celebration, but on top of that, we got gifted gold, had parties with only our parents friends, or got celebrated differently because of our position in the family. with our birthdays coming up in august, we wanted to talk about our experiences growing up and what we wanna do different now that we're getting older. hope u enjoy!!

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scarcity mindset in children of immigrants

Fri, 07 Jul 2023 22:22:00 +0000

whether it be financial insecurity, societal expectations, or just family customs, a lot of us grew up thinking there's less time, money, and opportunities in the world than there really is. the scarcity mindset manifests into us from early to late, and is something we have to unlearn so we can start thinking more abundantly! in this episode, we go in depth on where we still struggle with thinking scarcely, where it all comes from, and how we push ourselves everyday to think abundantly. listen now and we wish u well <3

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south asian culture shocks living in the west

Fri, 30 Jun 2023 21:34:00 +0000

as south asian kids who grew up in america, we faced A LOT of culture shocks and rude awakenings when going out into the real world. some may be just pronouncing VERY easy words wrong, not getting allowances every week, using an oven as storage, or wearing house sandals instead of outside shoes inside the home. this is a jam packed episode filled with funny experiences where we just felt DUMB for some of the cultural things we grew up with and seeing how people operate in the west. hope u enjoy!

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types of parenting styles and how they affect south asian kids

Fri, 23 Jun 2023 13:56:00 +0000

first and foremost, the new "shopno স্বপ্ন" collection by labyrinthave is out NOW!!! mou poured her heart into this collection and designed 4 garments all from scratch. show her some love and check it out here: https://www.labyrinthave.com/

in today's episode, we discussed the four main parenting styles, being permissive, authoritative, authoritarian, and uninvolved, but specifically how they look in a south asian upbringing. there are many similarities between each of our parents, but there are a handful of differences too, and having a good understanding of what kind of parent your parent is will help mend your relationship as time goes on. listen now if you wanna have a good day!!

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how POCs celebrate wins vs. non POCs

Fri, 16 Jun 2023 13:57:00 +0000

hi hi hi! in this episode, we dissect the different ways that we've celebrated accomplishments as children of immigrants versus some of the culture shocks we've faced when other groups celebrate. whether it's putting the cap and gown on our immigrant parents when we graduate or buying them a house with our big boy jobs, it's just interesting to see the stark disparity in celebration. even with all these wins, it still doesn't feel like we get acknowledged and appreciated for our hard work as children of immigrants because success was always expected. buckle up because we got a lot to talk about in this one.

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how south asian culture affects body image

Fri, 09 Jun 2023 13:57:00 +0000

you guys loved our episodes of physical health and wellness in the south asian community, so we added to go a bit more in detail with today's episode on body image. every person in the world has their own journey with body image, but there are some underlying themes that follow people of the south asian disapora specifically, whether it's the rich food culture, societal norms, deprioritization of physical health, and so much more than we have loads of fun discussing so please listen!

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celebrating south asian beauty at sephora w/ priyanka ganjoo, founder of kulfi beauty

Fri, 02 Jun 2023 13:57:00 +0000

in today’s episode we have priyanka ganjoo, the founder of “Kulfi Beauty,” Sephora’s first ever south asian beauty brand!! she shares so many gems on starting a makeup brand all by herself, including the triumphs as an Indian-American female business owner, the creative process behind formulating and creating inclusive makeup, financial setbacks, and so much more. her conversation with us was so insightful and especially inspirational for POC’s who want to go on their own creative endeavors, but are constantly faced with rejections and roadblocks.

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advice for the confused post grads

Mon, 29 May 2023 14:05:00 +0000

in this much requested post grad episode, we talk about the uncertainty and burnout after graduating from school and being expected to know what to do for the rest of your life. we both graduated last year and we've learned so many things about post grad depression, taking a break, adult friendships, what success should feel like, structure and stability, overcoming burnout, and so much more. we are so excited to share it with you in this one and hopefully it helps some of you who are also feeling like this whether you're done with high school or college. congratulations class of 2023, we are so proud of you <3

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let's talk about health in the south asian community

Fri, 19 May 2023 14:16:00 +0000

this is one JAM PACKED episode because not only do we talk about the taboo nature of health in the south asian community, but our food culture, anti doctors and medications, why it's difficult to seek help as immigrant parents, body dysmorphia, and so much more. we really had a lot to say in this episode on this topic. stay tuned for the next one on the taboo conversation on mental health!

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all about aapi month and how it could be much better

Fri, 12 May 2023 14:16:00 +0000

first and foremost, thank you apple podcasts from putting our faces on the browse page highlights for aapi month!!! we're honored to be some of the creators you've chosen to celebrate this month, and for that, we wanted to spend an episode talking bout how aapi month means to us, what are takes are on who's represented this month and why, and in what ways we hope to see the recognition improve and expand as time goes on. we speak for all of us when we say that asians are immensely thankful to be celebrated, but there's much better than we can do than what we have today.

whether it's more emphasis on the history of asians in america, celebrating more than just yoga and spices, or just being more educated on the lesser-represented countries, we talk about all of that and so much more so listen rn!!

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budgeting tips + good/bad money habits

Fri, 05 May 2023 14:17:00 +0000

as requested, here's a part 2 on how to become financially literate for a group of people who were never taught much about money!! in this episode, we talk about how we budget intelligently after all the horrible mistakes we made, getting over spending guilt, saving for long term goals instead of short term, and so much more. if you're from any ethnic crowd, especially the south asian community, then this episode is speaking to YOU!! hope u enjoy as always <3

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mashnun's nyc poetry reading recap, finding your space, how to mingle, + more

Fri, 28 Apr 2023 14:18:00 +0000

hi :) mashnun's doing another solo ep this week because mou wants to go live her best life in amsterdam right now, but do not be worried, i have this under control! i spent this episode recapping my poetry reading in nyc a few days ago, sharing my experience with mushroom-infused lattes and meeting the guy that inspired me to write my poetry book, and giving our listeners a look into some of the things i think about en route to becoming the most favorable version of myself. hope this inspires you do to something good for yourself today, enjoy <3

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becoming financially literate-ish + money tips for south asians

Fri, 21 Apr 2023 14:19:00 +0000

hello hello!! for this episode, we’re revisiting a topic we spoke on a year ago about our journeys towards financial independence! money is a touchy subject for a lot of south asians, especially the ones that don’t come from the most favorable upbringings. from recognizing early how important money is, to balancing multiple jobs, to making a bunch of mistakes along the way, we get real transparent with what we’ve learned about financial literacy, our advice on saving/investing, and so much more but you have to listen rn to know!!!

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how ramadan has been treating us

Fri, 14 Apr 2023 14:20:00 +0000

ramadan mubarak to all of our lovely listeners!! in this episode we let all of you in on how ramadan has been treating the two of us, what healthy habits we’ve been practicing consistently for ourselves, and a plethora of silly stories to share regardless of your religious background. whether you wanna hear about mashnun’s latest haggling situation, mohuya’s latest mushroom mayhem, or a little bit of bit, listen now! Invest in these girls' education in Bangladesh here: https://www.gofundme.com/f/invest-in-girls-education-and-end-child-marriages Sponsor a student in Bangladesh here: https://www.alteryouth.com/invite/mohuya keep tabs on us: our instagram: https://www.instagram.com/difficultish/ mohuya's instagram: https://www.instagram.com/labyrinthave/ mashnun's instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mashnunmunir/

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what south asian men can do better 2/2

Fri, 07 Apr 2023 15:06:45 +0000

only a back to back episode on what south asian men can do better in the community is on difficultish :p in this weeks continuation, we talk more in depth about some of the stereotypical roles that men have and what they can do to support women. this includes unlearning misogynistic mindsets, allowing and being happy that their wives are earning more money, or literally just learning how to cook. enjoy!!

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what south asian men can do better 1/2

Fri, 31 Mar 2023 15:04:33 +0000

this episode is WELL overdue! we talk about the traditional role that south asian men play in our culture and the learned helplessness that they have when it comes to a lot of matters that become the woman's responsibility. we talk very extensively about all of the responses that you all sent about what south asian men can do better to support women and just be better individuals.... and there were A LOT. this is a very funny and needed episode so you will not regret listening. and remember, we're not talking about all men, but if the shoe fits...

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q+a! being rebellious, artists block, having too much ambition, + more

Fri, 24 Mar 2023 15:18:15 +0000

hola :) in this q&a, we got questions that range from, "how do you balance ambition with work and life?" to "what's the most rebellious thing you did as a kid?". whether it be something to help out our fellow children of immigrant listeners or just talk about our fav coffee orders, we got a lil something for everyone. hope u enjoy as always! listen now or else

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entrepreneurship, navigating failure, and building kolkata chai co w/ ani sanyal

Fri, 17 Mar 2023 14:29:20 +0000

ani sanyal (@anihustles) is the real deal. he embodies true entrepreneurship to the core, from the mindset, to the action, to everything in between, and he's our special guest for today's pod! ani is the co-founder of nyc-based kolkata chai co and run several 6 and 7 fig businesses, but he's lived through a rollercoaster of a life to gain the wisdom and expertise that he's gifted us in this episode.

growing up in massachusetts, ani shares his battle with identity and connection to hip hop culture, which built the tenets he continues to live by. soon after graduating from nyu just to quit his 9-5 after, he lived by the dollar to pursue his dreams as an artist and record label owner, being invited to tour overseas where he faced real adversity with end-stage kidney failure.

his story is inspirational to everyone from the commoner to the most wise, and we hope u enjoy this convo as much as we did :)

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people pleasing is the bane of our existence

Fri, 10 Mar 2023 15:00:57 +0000

specifically as children of immigrants, a lot of us grew up with people pleasing tendencies where we felt like we constantly needed validation from everyone, we put our mental health aside to do something because we don't want to disappoint anyone, and so much more. in this episode, we talk about what causes these tendencies in south asian kids and how it gets passed down from our immigrant parents who used it as a survival tactic. don't worry, we also tell you some of our tips on how to unlearn it and be selfish with yourself. hope you enjoy this one!

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solo dates

Fri, 03 Mar 2023 15:22:10 +0000

this episode is all about solo dates! why we love them, why it's scary in the beginning, why we sometimes feel like we don't deserve them, and our favorite ones to do :) our generation of south asian youth are inherently taught that we can give ourselves time and love when we're married, have kids, and all our problems magically disappear. the two of us struggled with self love for awhile, but something clicked and we realized we should be giving ourselves just as much time, and more, than the people around us. whether it's mou going to museums and parks, mashnun going to coffeeshops and beaches, everyone can find time for themself, we all deserve it!

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colorism in the south asian community

Fri, 24 Feb 2023 16:08:03 +0000

this long overdue and much needed episode on the topic of colorism is finally here! first off, we talk about the roots of anti blackness and where colorism comes from during colonial times and why lighter skin is favored in so many different cultures. after, we talk about our own experiences with colorism, from male and female standpoints, and how it affected our self esteems. whether it be casually growing up with bleaching creams like fair and lovely or getting told that you shouldn't go out in the sun because you'll get dark, we're sure you can, unfortunately, relate to some part of the episode. we hope you like this one!

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healthy habits in a toxic environment

Fri, 17 Feb 2023 15:00:09 +0000

"well if your house is so toxic, why don't you move out?" well susan, we can't just simply do that. in this week's episode, we talk about how difficult it is to have mental peace or be productive in a toxic south asian household and some of the small practices we've implemented to improve our mental well being. whether it be going to a coffee shop to be productive and be away from home for a few hours or having a good friend group that you can vent to, we have it all. we hope it helps and u enjoy!

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building safe spaces, intersectionality, and being a queer bengali illustrator w/ radhia rahman

Fri, 10 Feb 2023 15:49:24 +0000

2nd guest of the year already?? we're on a roll all thanks to the wonderful radhia rahman (she/they), a queer bengali-american illustrator based out of nyc. after getting her bfa in illustration, they've gone on to build their own eco-friendly small business, patreon, and youtube, and worked alongside notable names like buzzfeed, skullcandy, and adult swim. with them being an avid listener of difficult-ish themself, we were all collectively thrilled to sit down and have a conversation on topics that we've been looking to have on the pod for awhile now.

radhia's story is an incredibly relatable one, but still so undiscussed within the south asian community. taking a risk and attending art school to become an illustrator while questioning their placement in society's constructs, they've come to grow an incredible following on social media based around her artwork, love for colors and cats, and strong voice on topics like intersectionality, queerness in the south asian community, sustainability, and the journey one takes to find themself.

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how social anxiety manifests in south asians

Fri, 03 Feb 2023 14:51:49 +0000

social anxiety is common in south asian kids and children of immigrants, but obviously everyone. it stems from being discouraged from socializing when you're younger, only having a formal relationship with parents where it's seen as disrespectful to answer back casually, and so much more. so in this episode, we talk about our experience with social anxiety, how it might've heightened now that we're older and how the signs manifest, where it stems from, and our tips on overcoming this anxiety. hope u like this one!

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our fav book recs for brown people

Fri, 27 Jan 2023 15:04:28 +0000

hello hello coming to you live after our sold out nyc showcase!!! to celebrate a successful past weekend, we dedicated this episode to talk bout our love for reading, literary arts, and share our favorite novels/poetry books by south asian authors. mohuya is definitely the reader between the two of us, she has so much to share in this episode, and much more across all her platforms!

we talk our families' relationship with reading and literature, how reading has helped us see difficult situations with a new perspective, and talk our fav collections, starting with south asian authors, but quickly expanding upon that to all poc authors, including:

'prayers of my youth' by f.s. yousaf, 'the kite runner' by khaled hosseini, 'joy luck club' by amy tan

and sooooo many more! listen now <3

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south asian relationship red flags lol

Fri, 20 Jan 2023 15:00:23 +0000

we wanted to do a full fledge episode on some of the red flags we've encountered when it comes to dating south asians, and honestly, just people in general. the red flags range taking every simple disagreement with you and putting it into the girls group chat to fully dictating how you dress or act and being mamas boys. go get some popcorn and listen up because this ones gonna be a HARD RELATE.

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"use your identity as a weapon" w/ nuhash humayun, director of bangladeshi film ‘moshari’

Fri, 13 Jan 2023 15:26:00 +0000

FIRST GUEST EPISODE OF 2023!! we are so excited for you all to hear our conversation with Nuhash Humayun (@nuhashh), an Oscar nominated Bangladeshi film director, most notable for his critically acclaimed short film ‘Moshari’. on top of the numerous awards and accolades he’s received, he’s recently brought on Jordan Peele and Riz Ahmed as executive producers for his film!!!!

through our conversations with him, he talks about the journey to becoming a film director, the imposter syndrome that lies with it, the power and also horror of being the "first" to do something from your country, how he uses his identity as a superpower instead of a crutch, and so much more. this is such a genuine conversation that most importantly begins and ends with Mashnun and Nuhash normalizing clogged ear irrigations

we loved recording this so we hope you enjoy! <3

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new year q+a! relationship red flags, south asian book recs, doing things solo, + more

Fri, 06 Jan 2023 15:00:13 +0000

happy new year!!!!!!! we're kicking off 2023 with a bang with a lil q+a. we discuss some personal questions about ourselves, but also red flags to look out for in relationships, how to be comfortable doing something new alone, our fav south asian books and media in general, how it was starting the podcast and how we did it, and so much more. enjoy!! :)

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the difficult-ish 2022 recap! successes, failures, top moments, and what's next

Fri, 30 Dec 2022 15:59:18 +0000

last ep of 2022!! in this one, we start of rating our 2022's from 1-10, talk bout our highlights like graduating, solo traveling, and finding inner peace, talk bout some goals we had that we just couldn't reach, and what we're most excited bout for the new year :) thank u to everyone tuning into the pod every week and showering us with so many words of affirmation, this one is especially for u <3

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things we wish we could tell our january 2022 selves

Fri, 23 Dec 2022 15:00:31 +0000

it is almost 2023 and we have gained a lot of wisdom and knowledge over the past year! in this episode, we are basically talking to our "12 months ago" selves and giving them our best advice. a lot of these things are related to being south asian children of immigrants so we hope it resonates with some you. enjoy our second to last episode of 2022!

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generational trauma in south asian families

Fri, 16 Dec 2022 15:25:53 +0000

hellloo!! in today's episode, we go deep into the topic of generational trauma and how it manifests in south asian families, but especially in children of immigrants. the common things that we are taught to hide is burnout, mental health, or financial insecurity and it all goes back to how we've seen these traumas be invalidated growing up. we also give you some of our tips at the end on how to break these generational curses and improve your mental health. enjoy!! keep tabs on us: our instagram: https://www.instagram.com/difficultish/ mohuya's instagram: https://www.instagram.com/labyrinthave/ mashnun's instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mashnunmunir/

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cultural appropriation is annoying

Fri, 09 Dec 2022 15:22:04 +0000

in this ep, we detail the kind of appropriation with south asian culture we have witnessed growing up, and why its so annoying to see. whether its within our own communities, in mainstream media, or just from passing comments we hear, deciphering cultural appropriation from cultural appreciation is something everyone has to be more critical towards. we talk about major "trends" in social media capitalizing off things like the clean girl aesthetic, bindis, headwear, and so much more. forgive the frustration you may hear in this ep cus its just the passion talking >:(

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brown representation in media, the good and bad and everything in between

Fri, 02 Dec 2022 17:07:12 +0000

from baljeet to princess jasmine, we all grew up with someone on screen that looks like us that helped us feel a bit more comfortable with the way we looked. as we get older, it's fun looking back and discussing the impact these brown-skinned characters have had, not only in us but in how diversity and inclusivity in mainstream media. we spent this ep reminiscing on some of the characters that we held close, and highlighted some of our favorites in media today that go above and beyond is making sure they're showcasing brown culture as best as they can for us. this was a fun one and we hope you have fun listening :^) keep tabs on us: our instagram: https://www.instagram.com/difficultish/ mohuya's instagram: https://www.instagram.com/labyrinthave/ mashnun's instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mashnunmunir/

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our relationship with cooking in a south asian home

Fri, 25 Nov 2022 15:42:35 +0000

happy thanksgiving!!!! :) in this episode, we talk about how much food and cooking means to us growing up in a south asian home, and how its affected our relationship with the kitchen today. whether its having our parents micromanage every step we take in the kitchen, them not letting us in the kitchen at all, or anywhere in between, we can all agree that cooking is a huge part of our culture. we also talk about our cooking favorites cus we literally love everything bout food and you will literally love everything bout this episode so listen rn

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reacting to your south asian confessions

Fri, 18 Nov 2022 15:14:21 +0000

hello hello! for this episode we asked our lovely listeners to dm us your south asian confessions and things you've hid from your parents, and little did we know how crazy some of yall are. from saying you're at the library to actually being overseas, to planning the most elaborate lying schemes to go to prom, we can all bond at the idea of yearning for freedom together. please enjoy and let us know what u think <3 keep tabs on us: our instagram: https://www.instagram.com/difficultish/ mohuya's instagram: https://www.instagram.com/labyrinthave/ mashnun's instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mashnunmunir/

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healing our sticky sibling relationships

Fri, 11 Nov 2022 14:48:31 +0000

we are BACK to talk about the complicated evolution of sibling relationships! with both of us having siblings, one being older than us and one being younger, we talk about the different dynamics regarding competing with your sibling, being the third parent to them, dealing with them constantly tattling on you to your parents, and so much more. and on top of that, our advice on making amends and talking about these hardships with your siblings before it's too late. despite all of the struggles and lows over the past few years, we wouldn't be who we are without them. hope u enjoy!

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the post grad blues

Fri, 28 Oct 2022 14:04:14 +0000

hi :) the two of us graduated in the past few months, and no one prepared us for how lost and lazy we'd become. as south asian kids, college has always been the driving factor for our self worth, but what happens when your academic career finally comes to an end? in this episode, we talk bout how we thought post grad life was going to be all easy breezy beautiful covergirl, what post grad life actually ended up bein for us, and our advice to those of you who are soon going to be entering the same transition! listen right now or else

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advice sesh #4! side hustling, workplace diversity, makin friends, + more

Fri, 21 Oct 2022 13:49:58 +0000

hey!! we haven't done an advice session in months so here's our 4th edition :) we ask yall what kinda stuff you would like advice with on our instagram (@difficultish), and here are some of our favorites! if you wanna hear us talk about how to start a side hustle, how to manage working with white men, how to overcome jealousy, or how to become more social, listen to us rn!!!!

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we're both solo traveling in foreign countries, here's what we've learned

Fri, 14 Oct 2022 14:31:02 +0000

hello from paris and colombia! we are currently in our solo travel era and we have a lot to say on this topic!! first off, why was it difficult to put aside the child of immigrants guilt and book a ticket while also finally putting yourself first? how did we go about this conversation with our south asian parents? and then the juicy part of the conversation begins.... what we learned, the benefits of solo traveling, how to get over loneliness and anxiety, and MOST importantly, safety tips in a foreign country. this was a very big scary change, but we are so happy we did it. we hope u enjoy this gem!

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anxiety in children of immigrants

Fri, 07 Oct 2022 13:55:03 +0000

we talk all things anxiety in this episode. starting from what makes us anxious and what the signs are to why it's difficult for us to speak to immigrant parents about it. we also give you some of our tips at the end on how to feel better when you're anxious. we hope you can resonate!

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networking, career advice, productivity tips, + more w/ maeshaeva

Fri, 30 Sep 2022 15:28:06 +0000

in this episode, Mohuya sits down with Maesha (@maeshaeva) who is a powerhouse Bangladeshi woman who is a Columbia alum, works at a Big Four firm, has her own marketing agency called The Eva Collective, and does five millions other things when she's ONLY. 23. we sit down and talk about how to network starting in high school, resume building, how to get into fields that you don't have direct "experience" in, productivity tips, and SO MANY older sister advice. you will feel so motivated after this episode. hope u enjoy!

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things we wish we knew in our early 20s

Fri, 23 Sep 2022 14:00:39 +0000

hey everyone! in todays episode, we are going to talk about all of the life lessons we've learned over the past few years and what advice we could've told our younger selves. a lot of the things we talk about are rooted in culture and we really hope you enjoy!

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a solo ep by mashnun on reconnecting with culture, taking accountability, + more

Fri, 16 Sep 2022 14:19:32 +0000

hi :) this was my first solo episode on the pod cause mou's microphone was being silly. this was a lot harder than i expected lol so it's a bit all over the place. i wasn't too sure what direction i wanted to go, cus you all gave me so many different topics of discussion, but some that I chose were how i go about falling back in love with not only my culture, but culture in general, some of the realizations i have on my own life as i get older, as well as a bit of an art/writing update and where im at with my creative journey:^) i hope you enjoy and thank you for listening friends

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our south asian parents pov on dating

Sat, 10 Sep 2022 13:55:11 +0000

this is a good last episode in our lil dating series! in this episode, we talk about why dating is discouraged in south asian society and the difficulties behind interracial relationships. we talk about the immaturity that comes with dating early, war trauma and forgetting your roots in interracial relationships, and the *HORROR!* of mixed babies. at the end of the day, there's a lot that we don't understand about our parents, but we're just two besties trying our best to bridge the gap in this ep. pls enjoy despite the audio issues!

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south asians love the arts til their kids wanna be artists

Fri, 02 Sep 2022 13:55:55 +0000

in this episode, we talk about the struggle that south asian kids go through to pursue the arts, but more specifically, the social media realm. social media is still on the rise and a lot of south asian parents get upset when you post "private" matters into the void and then you have to make a separate account to hide it from them and then a random cousin snitches on you?? anyways, we ramble in this episode about the difficulties of posting on social media in a south asian household, the workload that comes with following your passions, and so much more. hope u enjoy!

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unpopular south asian hot takes

Fri, 26 Aug 2022 13:47:56 +0000

we asked y'all to give us your best south asian hot takes that no one else agrees with and honestly, you should've kept some of these to yourself. we go from "women should be pressured into marriage" to "jalebis actually taste disgusting" and we got some opinions to say back to y'all. we hope you like this fun lil episode!

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lets talk about dating as a south asian

Fri, 19 Aug 2022 14:01:00 +0000

another HIGHLY requested episode about dating! in this one, we talk about our experiences with telling our parents about our partners, our tips to introduce the topic, and so much more. ENJOYYY

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stop forcin your kids to fit a stereotype

Fri, 12 Aug 2022 14:21:15 +0000

hello our lovely listeners!! this week, we talkin about some of "untraditional" things we did that were discouraged because it didn't fit our stereotypical gender roles. in the south asian community, it's not typical for men to practice skin care or for women to be tomboys. in this episode, we talk about our own experiences and try to dissect why parents have this mindset. hope u enjoy!

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surprise, we're dating!

Fri, 05 Aug 2022 16:21:12 +0000

hello our lovely listeners this is the long awaited STORY OF US! y'all have been asking since day one about if we're siblings or how we met and this is the TELL ALL. we talk about how to find the right person, how we met, long distance tips, and more. hope u enjoy this very special episode :)

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being selfish

Fri, 29 Jul 2022 13:53:20 +0000

we've been called selfish countless times by family members when we tried putting ourselves first. in the south asian community, you're taught to sacrifice your mental wellbeing instead of being "selfish" with your happiness. in this episode, we talk about why the word "selfish" has a negative connotation, what we've been selfish with recently, and so much more. hope u enjoy! keep tabs on us: our instagram: https://www.instagram.com/difficultish/ mohuya's instagram: https://www.instagram.com/labyrinthave/ mashnun's instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mashnunmunir/

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a solo ep by mohuya on emotionally abusive relationships

Fri, 22 Jul 2022 14:00:28 +0000

this episodes a heavy one. since the recent passing of sania khan, women have been more vocal about the taboo nature of divorce and abusive relationships in the south asian community. mashnun has c*vid, so mohuya talks solo on why women are taught to stay with their toxic partners in this culture, signs of abusive relationships, the effects of bollywood movies, and her own personal experience with an emotionally abusive relationship. hope this episode helps even just one of you and more actions are being taken.

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toxic masculinity in brown households

Fri, 15 Jul 2022 14:00:22 +0000

this episode on toxic masculinity in south asian households was HEAVILY requested and y'all went ham in our story replies. in this ep., we talk about how mashnun didn't have a traditional "toxic" male upbringing because of the heavy influence of women in his life and some of his tips on how to discipline these entitled sons. we have so many experiences with toxic masculinity and we talk about the imbalance of power between sons and daughters, their privilege, allyship between the brothers and sisters, and SO. MUCH. MORE. this one's a good one and we hope u enjoy :)

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season 2 premiere! happy stories

Fri, 08 Jul 2022 15:34:51 +0000

WE'RE BACK!!<3 we took the last month off to reflect on the progress of the pod and think bout how to make it even better for u guys. we're so so excited to have u guys a part of the next chapter with us and even more excited for u guys to see what we got in store! in this ep, we're reminiscing on a lot of the happier stories that have always stuck out to us throughout our lives. we realized that us and our parents as south asians spend a lot of time highlighting the bad/negative parts of our journeys, but there's just so much more to our stories that we ever given enough credit to. from mohuya getting chased around her neighborhood on her bike from her mom, to mashnun crying because his parents went to panera bread without him, join us as we blabber on bout funny stories from our childhoods in hopes of bringing some light to our journeys, and in hopes of celebrating more love overall.

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season finale q+a

Fri, 10 Jun 2022 14:00:13 +0000

it is officially the end of the season after about a year of straight podcasting and we are so excited to answer your questions and give advice in our last ep. of season one! what do u do when you feel lonely? how to pursue your dreams in a south asian household?? are y'all dating? we give you the tea and our thoughts. hope y'all enjoy and see you for season 2 on july 1st! thank you for your support the past year :)

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how we stay connected to our roots

Fri, 03 Jun 2022 15:00:25 +0000

a lot of us struggle to connect with our roots and be "brown" cus of the internalized racism we had towards ourselves. we never rly saw healthy forms of representation that made us feel seen. SO, in this episode, we dive deep into what caused us to drift away from our culture, but small things that we do now to keep us close to our culture, and the important of holding culture close in general. enjoy fam! <3

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just tryna be kids again

Fri, 27 May 2022 13:54:45 +0000

now that we're older, we understand the importance in participating in the little joys that used to make us happy as kids. we were never able to have our own identities outside of our south asian families and mashnun, who just came back from a solo colombia trip and mohuya, who just graduated with her masters, has a lot of new insight on how to live life and find yourselves. hope u enjoy!

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going viral from singing & the law of attraction w/ jananisings

Sun, 22 May 2022 18:48:19 +0000

we have @jananisings talking about her journey and mindset shift to success! we talk about how the arts and music were ingrained in her from a young age, how her culture drives her passion, her experience with getting a mega viral tiktok video that brought her to stardom, combining social media with passion, her degree in biomedical engineering, and SO. MUCH. MORE. this episode has to be your next listen because we really got some gems out of her 💖 make sure you listen to @jananisings new remix and support her artistic journey 🤎 rate us if you love us keep tabs on us: our instagram: https://www.instagram.com/difficultish/ mohuya's instagram: https://www.instagram.com/labyrinthave/ mashnun's instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mashnunmunir/

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finding therapy

Fri, 13 May 2022 16:57:01 +0000

a highly requested ep! therapy is still so taboo and inaccessible in the south asian community. we wanted to open up the conversation to all of the benefits therapy has brought us and how important it is to find someone of the same background who understands us. listen to us yap away about how our parents struggled to take mental health seriously, our experiences with therapy, and so much more!

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im just tryna graduate

Fri, 06 May 2022 13:50:10 +0000

with the two of us graduating super soon (mohuya with her masters and mashnun with his bachelors), we decided to redo our very lackluster second episode on the pod where we talk bout our relationships with schooling and education, and how toxic the chase towards academic success has been throughout our lives. there's nothin we love more than seeing someone that looks like us find success in anything, whether its academically, financially, socially, etc, but that doesn't mean that every south asian is destined to find the same success as quick as others.

in this episode, we talk our feelings towards the education system, how its worked against us as artists, and maneuvering through complications that can hinder our own success. this is a goodie <3

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no boundaries

Fri, 29 Apr 2022 13:50:38 +0000

there are a ton of south asian parents who feel entitled to their children's lives and privacies, despite not having valid reasoning to even do so. we been subject to our parents going through our personal belongings, reading diaries, opening letters, not respecting our boundaries, and its been a tough journey getting them to realize that it aint okay. in this episode, we talk bout why we think our parents feel the need to impose themselves in our lives, our experiences with having a lack of boundaries/privacy, how it still affects us today, tips on how to have this conversation and hopefully mend the relationship with our parents, + so much more! this one was a goodie and we hope you luv <3

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how we became financially independent

Fri, 22 Apr 2022 13:57:24 +0000

a lot of y'all and a lot more south asians were never taught about money from school or from our family, and have to constantly depend on their parents or husband for any financial assistance. though we are also fairly new to being financially independent, we talk about all the steps we took to provide for ourselves and create healthy spending habits. in this episode, we talkin all about our financial journeys, finding sustainable ways to feed our guilty pleasures, saving up, hustle mentality, and everything in between. tune in to listen to our very amateur advice on being financially independent too!

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searching for our crowd in the brown community

Fri, 15 Apr 2022 14:09:22 +0000

making friends when you're older is tough. finding your identity as a south asian person is already hard, but finding trustworthy friends as you grow is even harder. we've had our fair share of growing out friendships and feeling lonely thinking we won't find people like us. in this episode, we talk about our tips to making friends, why we outgrew old friendships, and all the TEA.

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lets talk about ramadan

Fri, 08 Apr 2022 14:04:05 +0000

ramadan mubarak to all of our listeners <3 ramadan gets shrouded with the idea of fasting from food and water during the day, but the older we get the more we realize its so much more than that. its about reminiscing happy times, spending more time with your family, realizing life is still fine without your desires, finding purpose through faith and religion, and so much more. with both of us living alone, it gets tough enjoying it as much as we used to, but we're figuring it out together, and we gon make the most out of every minute. we're hoping you all have a healthy ramadan whether you're celebrating or not, and we hope you enjoy :-)

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model minority and ignorance towards south asians

Fri, 01 Apr 2022 13:58:22 +0000

model minority is the stereotype placed on the asian community that labels us as obedient and soft spoken individuals, and the two of us have come across quite a few people recently who've tried to take advantage of that. needless to say, in this ep, we essentially rant about recent experiences with ignorant (white) people, how it was tricky to always give them a proper response when they were serving injustice, and how we've obliged to learn from all our past actions. this was also a very funny one cus who doesn't love to complain! enjoy pals :-] keep tabs on us: our instagram: https://www.instagram.com/difficultish/ mohuya's instagram: https://www.instagram.com/labyrinthave/ mashnun's instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mashnunmunir/

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it's tough being the only south asian at work

Fri, 25 Mar 2022 13:56:24 +0000

in this episode, we go more in depth on our experiences in the workplace and how it sucks being the only (or one of few) poc around. with mohuya working at an elementary school in new york city, and mashnun working in an office setting in downtown orlando, we got a whole lot to share about not being able to relate to anyone around us, not being fully recognized, or embraced. when a poc gets to a successful place in their lives, whether it's academically, or professionally, people are quick to notice and congratulate us, but don't care to really understand what the journey was like for us, and how others have headstarts to the race. we made this to remind the people that look like us that we notice you, and we're excited for you to listen <3

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mental health, the influence of women, and writing 'serenity' w/ f.s. yousaf

Fri, 18 Mar 2022 14:14:27 +0000

farhan yousaf (@fs.yousaf) is a best selling south asian author of 4 poetry books, a mens mental health advocate, a lover of breakfast pastries, and one of the realest individuals we've come across in the south asian community. we're thrilled to finally have him on as our 3rd guest on the pod!!

recently releasing his newest collection of poetry titled 'serenity', farhan tells us his journey from living in a small rural community in jersey that wasn't accepting of his background, to becoming on the most known faces in the south asian writing space, fighting artists block, the influence of women and islam throughout his life, as well as his writing, and how the complicated relationship with his family and environment has carved out who he is today.

a majority of this pod is us yapping away, but we promise you'll find some gems if you listen close. farhan's very wise, sometimes corny, but someone that anyone could look up to, and we hope you enjoy listening to him speak just as much as we did <3

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the truth about moving out

Fri, 11 Mar 2022 14:58:40 +0000

since both of us moved out of our south asian homes on our own, we're always asked questions on how we went about the process. we've given this topic attention twice already but we're always happy to speak on moving out some more since we recognize how much we all think about it. in this episode, we went deeper into the guilt we feel with leaving our parents back at home, how we go about our finances, and the little steps we took along the way to make the process of moving out of our south asian homes a bit easier. we hope you enjoy <3

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never being satisfied with success w/ shihan chowdhury (@chilipeppercooks)

Fri, 04 Mar 2022 14:55:14 +0000

with over 900k+ followers on social media, shihan chowdhury (@chilipeppercooks) is a bangladeshi cinematographer, home cook, and entrepreneur, and we’re grateful to have him as our second guest on the pod!

in our 90 minute convo with him, we learned how he went from working at a fast food restaurant at 14 to becoming one of the most prolific figures in our online bangladeshi community, about his work ethic with him being a child of immigrants, and an immigrant himself, his incorporation of bangladeshi culture in his art despite not being surrounded by any people with that background, never being satisfied due to the instilled learnings from our parents, how he’s carried faith and religion throughout his life, what his favorite episode of chefs table is, and most importantly, why the hell he puts thai chili peppers in everything

shihan’s one of the most inspirational people we’ve come across, and we’re ecstatic for you all to hear this whole convo. one last thank you to shihan, you’re the realest

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going thru an identity crisis

Fri, 04 Mar 2022 14:53:46 +0000

a lot of people have an identity crisis because they don't know who they are without their parents. south asian families usually teach children to be dependent on them and attach their beings to helping them. in this episode, we talk about some of the reasons on why we're feeling like this, how it's affecting our mental health, and what we're doing to try to get out of it. we hope u enjoy and don't forget to give us a rating and share with your friends!!

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our rocky roads towards faith and religion

Fri, 18 Feb 2022 14:56:15 +0000

in this episode, we talk about our journey towards becoming closer to our Islamic faith and religion. although we're fairly happy with where we are today, and where we see ourselves going, we don't hesitate to speak on the difficulties and frustrations we've had throughout the process. with faith and religion being forced upon us throughout our upbringings, we grew resentment and often rebelled against what we were told were morally correct, and we know this is something so many of you will relate to. talking points include teaching fear over love, tattoos, cultural interpretations, the hypocrisy, and many more. we've put off this topic for a little bit, since it is a pretty sensitive talking point for us, but we're happy we did it, for us, for you, enjoy<3

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advice sesh #3

Fri, 11 Feb 2022 14:55:42 +0000

advice sesh numba 3! in our highly favorited advice sesh series, we ask our listeners through our instagram (@difficultish) about things they're seeking advice on, and we answer the best we can as the extremely non-professional experts we are! some of our topics of discussion this ep include: learning how to embrace our culture rather than just being conscious about it, finding the balance with faith, living in a toxic home and trying to make it enjoyable, and quite a few more! tap in now

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family values, unconventional careers, and the hustle w/ robin dey

Fri, 04 Feb 2022 15:00:00 +0000

our very first guest on the pod! robin dey is a bangladeshi musician from southside jamaica, with roots in an extensive lineage full of musicians, one being the infamous manna dey. after his recent tour with anik khan performing in cities like los angeles, nyc, and london, we sat down to talk about the weight behind our family's traditions and values, the process of pursuing careers that aren't necessarily aligned with community standards, grinding and hustling, and how overpriced shisha lounges are nowadays. this is a good one! keep tabs on us: our instagram: https://www.instagram.com/difficultish/ mohuya's instagram: https://www.instagram.com/labyrinthave/ mashnun's instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mashnunmunir/ robin's instagram: https://www.instagram.com/robindey_/

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self care as a south asian

Fri, 21 Jan 2022 14:37:53 +0000

it has been ingrained in us that we have to continuously work and if we take a break, we're considered lazy or we don't deserve it. south asian culture makes us feel like you have to work until you can pay back your parents' sacrifices and guilty if you want to rest. in this episode, we talk about how we unlearned that self care is bad and how we implement our small acts of self care in our daily routines. we hope u enjoy! keep tabs on us: our instagram: https://www.instagram.com/difficultish/ mohuya's instagram: https://www.instagram.com/labyrinthave/ mashnun's instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mashnunmunir/

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i hate living a double life around my parents

Fri, 14 Jan 2022 14:40:48 +0000

it often feels like you are living a secret life when you are interacting with your parents, especially if they're south asian. they don't know your true identity whether it comes to your sexuality, hobbies or interests, your clothing preferences, and so many other things. in this episode, we talk about how hard it is to live a secret life with our families and our own experiences with the topic. keep tabs on us: our instagram: https://www.instagram.com/difficultish/ mohuya's instagram: https://www.instagram.com/labyrinthave/ mashnun's instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mashnunmunir/

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fake love and family gossip on social media

Fri, 07 Jan 2022 14:46:30 +0000

a lot of people's goals for 2022 revolve around social media. growing this many followers on this platform, growing this many followers on that platform, and it got us thinking about how serious this social media thing will be this year. and with that, comes all of the downsides of trying to grow your social media in the brown community, and how a lot of these side effects are so ingrained without even noticing it. hitting on fake love, family gossip, people pushing their riches, and living a double life, listen to our first episode of 2022 on how annoying social media can be. keep tabs on us: our instagram: https://www.instagram.com/difficultish/ mohuya's instagram: https://www.instagram.com/labyrinthave/ mashnun's instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mashnunmunir/

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our failures and new years goals

Fri, 31 Dec 2021 14:46:10 +0000

in this episode, we wanted to highlight some of the failures we've had and all of the goals we couldn't reach this year. priorities changed and we had to alter our perspectives when we realized that we wouldn't be able to reach a goal. we give you our tips on making really great new years resolutions and steps on how you can make them easier to reach. this is our last episode of the year and we are so grateful for all of you. love you so much and see ya next year! keep tabs on us: our instagram: https://www.instagram.com/difficultish/ mohuya's instagram: https://www.instagram.com/labyrinthave/ mashnun's instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mashnunmunir/

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mashnun's poetry book is out now!

Fri, 24 Dec 2021 14:55:18 +0000

mashnun's first self-published poetry book titled 'headspun' is out on amazon! on today's episode, we learn more about one of our co-hosts and his writing journey, and how he's come to accept his vulnerability through poetry, a space that we don't see many south asian men entering. touching on topics such as low income community politics, faith, and family ties, we dive deeper into his upbringing and the message he's here to voice for how to have our south asian men rise, and become something grander than what they're societally meant to be.

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moving out, but the downsides

Fri, 17 Dec 2021 14:49:58 +0000

we moved out a couple of months ago, but now we're understanding how hard it is to actually do it as two south asian young adults. we feel guilty or we never learned how to be financially independent or how to set boundaries with our parents and this is what makes it so hard. in this episode, we want to highlight some of the downsides to make you aware of some of the cons while also giving you some advice to prevent it. we hope u enjoy!

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insults and backhanded compliments smh

Fri, 03 Dec 2021 14:54:35 +0000

we are so used to racist and negative comments from "friends" and family and it's kinda sad that we had to become normalized to it from a young age. in this episode, we talk about the different comments we got because of our south asian culture and our religion and how much it affects us as adults now.

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advice sesh #2

Fri, 26 Nov 2021 14:56:11 +0000

our second advice session! with our first advice session was highly favorited, and with there being so many more topics of discussion in the south asian community, we had to come back around to talk up some more. listen to your two favorite very amateur south asian co-hosts speaks on topics like finances of moving out, multiple incomes, anxiety about the future, living life for yourself, and a few more gems that we're always excited to share!

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building independence and confidence

Fri, 19 Nov 2021 14:49:49 +0000

everyone knows how hard it is to be independent if you live in a south asian household. although it is with the intention of love, they want to cook for you and essentially do everything for you where you feel like you don't have your own identity and freedom. as two bangladeshi young adults, we really had to learn how to find ourselves outside of our families. in this episode, we talk about how we gained independence from our parents, but most importantly, how we learned to get out of our comfort zones and do things even when it's scary. we hope you enjoy!

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recognizing our little privileges

Fri, 12 Nov 2021 14:57:50 +0000

growing up as a children of immigrants, we didn't earn much money. we had to take frugal alternatives when doing basic things in life. but now, we're able to buy the expensive berries or take longer showers and we are so grateful.

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difficult friendships

Fri, 05 Nov 2021 13:49:19 +0000

in this episode, we talk about how hard it is to make friends with other south asian people. although they have brought many benefits to us, they can also be very judgmental, have a superiority complex, talk badly behind your back, and so much more. from one of us being surrounded by no brown people and the other having mostly brown people in their community, i hope you can resonate with some part of our experiences!

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overworking

Fri, 29 Oct 2021 13:46:47 +0000

we live in a time that pushes the idea that the journey towards success means less sleep, less self care, and no time to waste. and unfortunately, the two of us fall into this funnel more often than not. we have big dreams that we're trying to fulfill. we get caught in tunnel visioning towards our goals, and forget all of the other wonderful things that life has to offer overworking and burnout is real, as much as we like to push them aside and mask it as "hustling". we kind of made this episode to remind ourselves to put the phone down more often and take a second to appreciate where we've gotten in out lives, compared to where we were a few years back, and we hope that our words inspire you to do the same

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we both moved out

Fri, 22 Oct 2021 13:45:20 +0000

we both moved out! in today's episode, we talk about the reasons why we both moved out of our parents' homes and why it's been so difficult in a south asian society. we give you some of our best tips with how to do it and how living alone will help our mental health and creativity process. we are so excited to talk so much more on this topic, enjoy!

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advice sesh #1

Fri, 15 Oct 2021 13:53:04 +0000

we asked our followers on instagram to send us anything and everything they're seeking advice towards, and here are our responses! some of the topics that we chose to discuss this episode include: navigating strict parents and prioritizing mental health, the guilt of spending/saving money in a south asian family, starting over alone in a new city, and so many more! we hope we're able to help some of you guys better digest the issues we're all going through, and explain there's always more to understand on the things we have difficulty comprehend. we're not experts, but we think we're pretty seasoned!

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i can't be patient while i'm dreaming

Fri, 08 Oct 2021 13:55:30 +0000

we had to put a lot of our dreams on pause because we had to responsibilities and expectations at home. we couldn't just leave because of money burdens, taking care of our parents, or maybe even because in south asian culture, the girl is expected to just stay at home. it's hard to be patient when you see your friends or family members moving forward and doing things that you've always wanted to do. in this episode, we discuss some of the dreams that we had to wait on due to the restrictions we had at home.

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why are you wearing that?

Fri, 01 Oct 2021 13:50:30 +0000

in south asian culture, it is really hard to express yourself through fashion because you're subject to negative comments from your parents or the community, your body becomes extremely sexualized, or you feel like you can't comfortably wear something because of your gender. one of us dealt with comments of being less masculine because of their experimentation with fashion while the other constantly heard comments about covering up when in the presence of male family members or visitors. in this episode, we talk about our different male/ female perspectives with fashion and all of the difficult times we had it with it growing up.

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my name isn't that hard to say

Fri, 24 Sep 2021 14:00:12 +0000

since elementary school, we've gotten our names pronounced because it's too "difficult" for people to pronounce. but the question is, why are people so willing to pronounce long european names while ethnic ones are mentioned as broken syllables?

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the unreasonable ones

Fri, 17 Sep 2021 14:00:00 +0000

we heard a quote recently by the late nipsey hussle (rip) that goes, "the reasonable man adapts himself to the world. the unreasonable ones persists in trying to adapt the world to himself. therefore, all progress in the world depends on the unreasonable man." in the south asian community, any individual that's en route to pursuing a career outside of the traditional ones, the ones we're all aware of, they're pretty much given the side eye. the two of us are currently following a path into the arts, but the journey definitely hasn't been just a walk in the park. in this episode, we dive deeper into the reasoning behind why we're so persistent in pursuing our odd paths, the different struggles and roadblocks we've faced along the way, and share some of our listener's responses to what obstacles they're actively working through in their lives. listen to us in explaining why we chose to go against the grain in our community and become the unreasonable ones.

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we are not defined by our professions

Fri, 10 Sep 2021 13:51:41 +0000

both of us have grown up working different fields, one working in coffee shops and clothing stores while the other working in a dentist office, a pharmacy, and schools. as adults now, we realize that these jobs determined our status, reputations, and our overall outlook on society. in this episode, we talk about why we felt like we had to get these jobs, the negative stereotypes that are associated with certain professions, and what we did to unlearn them.

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we hate vacations lol

Mon, 06 Sep 2021 13:50:29 +0000

the both of us just came back from vacation, but the guilt we felt prevented us from completely enjoying ourselves. since it has always been our moms' dreams to come on luxurious vacations like ours, it felt wrong that we were there without them. it felt wrong that we were relaxing and reaping these benefits when they deserve it so much more. in this episode, we talk about the guilt that south asian children feel when they go on vacations, especially if their family wasn't able to afford many growing up. do we deserve this vacation?

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put in work

Fri, 27 Aug 2021 14:01:33 +0000

the two of us are workaholics to the core. but where does this work ethic come from? probably something that all of us can relate to, from learning how our parents immigrated across the waters to a foreign land where they had to build their lives up, brick by brick. in this episode, we go in depth on the work backgrounds of our parents and how they influenced our work ethic, and what we think about the work-school balance in our community. in the words of A$AP Ferg, Rihanna, and many more moguls, what's your reason for not putting in work today?

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figuring things out at 23

Fri, 20 Aug 2021 13:58:14 +0000

growing up in a south asian household is probably the scariest, most exciting thing in the world. with the increase in age comes the beauty of expanding knowledge, but just as much the pressure of upholding certain traditions. the two of us are both turning 23 this month, and we've learned a thing or maybe two along the way on how to maneuver through life as young, maturing south asian representatives. listen to us speak about our lessons including humility, distance, forgiveness, and so many more!

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what do you mean you feel anxious?

Fri, 13 Aug 2021 13:53:32 +0000

things like this can be difficult to talk about, not only with our parents, but even with ourselves. anxiety is a feeling everyone on the planet as felt, some stronger than other, but the anxiousness that comes within a south asian upbringing is in its own realm. in this episode, we start scratching the surface of what makes us feel anxious, hitting on points including misrepresentation and failure, the effect that our culture and identity plays its part, and things we find helpful for alleviation!

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school sucks

Fri, 06 Aug 2021 13:46:07 +0000

on this episode, we speak upon our experiences through the education system, starting from children to graduate students. while one of us flourished throughout their academic career and the other one struggling to get by, both of us have brought ourselves to a comfortable place for our age, and have plenty of stories that expand beyond the typical things you'd hear about a brown kid in school. listen to us talk about our journeys, and hit topics including income disparity, culture familiarity, pressure, and many more!

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please dont judge us this is our first episode ever lol

Fri, 30 Jul 2021 13:33:15 +0000

In today's first ever episode, we start from our roots. One of us grew up in the suburbs of Long Island, NY while the other grew up in Orlando, FL. where we rarely saw anyone that looked like us. This affected our perceptions of ourselves, our relation to our culture, and our entire upbringing. Listen as we talk about how our upbringing shaped us, instances where we ashamed of it, and how we embraced it. We hope you enjoy it! Stay tuned every Friday at 10 AM EST!

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the trailer

Fri, 30 Jul 2021 13:24:53 +0000

Welcome to Difficult-ish, a modern-day perspective on South Asian narratives. In our trailer, we talk about who we are, our goals with this podcast, and the thought process behind our name. We are excited to continue this journey with all of you and shed light on taboo topics like toxic masculinity, mental health, dating, sexism, and so much more. Stay tuned every Friday at 10 AM EST!

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