Browned off by Society

Why does the neighbor aunty want to plan my future?

This week we discuss everything related to privacy in a desi society. We complain about nosy aunties and uncles as well as share our experiences. We talk a little about how personal space and privacy are intertwined and why it may not be such a bad thing after all.

How does one ceremony expect someone to change themselves?

In this episode, we discuss the "ideal bahu/ daughter in law" and the way girls even today are brought/ trained to meet the "ideal bahu" standards. We also discuss the way a new bride is treated and what is expected out of her once, she moves to her husbands' house.  Lastly, we talk a little about where the husbands lie in all of this.

Happy Diwali

We would like to wish you all a very Happy Diwali. Next week, we will be back with a new episode " How does one ceremony expect someone to change themselves".

Why are divorces such a big deal in desi societies?

In this week's episode, we discuss why divorcees are judged in our society? How are they treated (even celebrities) and why are they treated this way. How divorced women are treated differently than divorced men.  Lastly, we talk about why are divorces becoming common but still is a big deal.

The non-existent sex education in desi societies

This week we discuss everything related to sex education. What was sex education like when we were in school or was there even one? We then talk about our experiences and what we wish we had been taught.