Three Decades Dastaan

Ep13 - Navigating British Workplaces - Part 1

What’s it really like navigating the British workplace as an immigrant from South Asia? In this episode, we share our journeys of landing jobs in the UK, navigating sponsorship visas, and building careers far from home. From decoding British workplace etiquette and learning the local lingo to understanding the art of British directness (or lack thereof), we unpack the unwritten rules that helped us settle in and succeed. We also compare our experiences with workplace culture in Pakistan and India, exploring everything from communication styles and office dynamics to career progression, and finding a sense of belonging.

Ep12 - How we ended up in Brighton

Two friends reflect on the places that shaped them, and why Brighton became the city they chose to call home.

Ep11 - Learning through unlearning

In this episode, the hosts reflect on the process of unlearning beliefs and behaviours picked up in childhood - from shame around mistakes to the fear of judgment and the habit of people pleasing. Through personal stories and honest conversations, they explore how these patterns show up in adulthood and what it looks like to slowly let them go. The hosts also end up learning a little more about each other along the way.

Ep10- To baby, or not to baby..

In this episode, the hosts talk openly about their different perspectives on having children — one who wants a baby, and one who doesn’t. Drawing from personal experiences, they unpack how these views formed, the questions they’ve had to answer, and the assumptions people often make. A thoughtful, respectful conversation about autonomy, womanhood, and making space for different paths.

Ep09 - More than just a hobby.. with Shanzey

This episode dives into Shanzey’s love for makeup and how it became something deeper than a hobby. From where it started to what it gives her today, the hosts talk about creativity, confidence, and the way makeup is often misunderstood. An honest, relaxed chat about passion, perception, and self-expression.