Half Past Chai

Tears, tissues, and a little bit of tea - in this episode of Half Past Chai, we’re diving into what actually makes us cry. From the first time we cried in front of each other to learning how to not panic when your partner gets emotional, we're sharing the raw, the real, and the surprisingly funny parts of it all. If you’ve ever cried, wanted to cry, or comforted a crying partner - this one’s for you. Happy Monday Half Past Crew, we hope you enjoy this episode. New episodes every Monday at 7 am. Don’t forget to subscribe, and as always, we love you! Thank you for spending your Monday with us 💛 🎙 Submit your stories: https://www.halfpastchai.com/ [https://www.halfpastchai.com/]📲 Follow us: https://bio.site/halfpastchai [https://bio.site/halfpastchai] Use code HALFPASTCHAI to get 15% off https://andcollar.com/ [https://andcollar.com/] Code for Learning Gujarati book https://amzn.to/3H154m7 [https://amzn.to/3H154m7] Time codes 0:00 - WELCOME TO HALF PAST CHAI 2:13 - why we cry. 10:34 - the BAD cries. 14:45 - who cried first? 16:52 - crying in front of each other

This week, we’re diving deep into something that’s been on both of our hearts lately: what it really means to be yourself. From shrinking ourselves to fit in, to code-switching just to feel safe, we talk about the hidden cost of hiding who we are and the freedom that comes from choosing authenticity instead. If you’ve ever felt like you’re performing a version of yourself just to be accepted, this one’s for you. Let’s get into it, Half Past Crew 💬✨ New episodes every Monday at 7 am. Don’t forget to subscribe, and as always, we love you! Thank you for spending your Monday with us 💛 🎙 Submit your stories: https://www.halfpastchai.com/ [https://www.halfpastchai.com/] 📲 Follow us: https://bio.site/halfpastchai [https://bio.site/halfpastchai] Use code HALFPASTCHAI to get 15% off https://andcollar.com/ [https://andcollar.com/] Time codes 0:00 - WELCOME TO HALF PAST CHAI 4:00 - Who are you? 10:48 - Difficult conversations 14:32 - Making decisions 23:30 - Why I didnt have indian friends 27:00 - andCollar AD 28:07 - How did Hallie feel about jealousy 33:40 - What has helped us stop hiding our true selves 44:11 - QUESTION OF THE WEEK

What happens when two cultures collide in a relationship? Happy Monday, Half Past Crew. We’re sharing our own journey through the messy, wonderful, and fun world of intercultural love. From navigating family expectations to learning each other’s unspoken norms, we’re unpacking how our differences have shaped our connection - and what we’ve learned along the way. So settle in, get cozy, and grab your chai. New episodes every Monday at 7 am. Don’t forget to subscribe, and as always, we love you! Thank you for spending your Monday with us 💛 🎙 Submit your stories: https://www.halfpastchai.com/ [https://www.halfpastchai.com/]📲 Follow us: https://bio.site/halfpastchai [https://bio.site/halfpastchai] Use code HALFPASTCHAI to get 15% off https://andcollar.com/ [https://andcollar.com/] Code for Learning Gujarati book https://amzn.to/3H154m7 [https://amzn.to/3H154m7] Time codes 0:00 - WELCOME TO HALF PAST CHAI 7:02 - First experience Hallie had in our culture 11:00 - Suketu experiencing Hallie’s culture 18:40 - Some major differences 22:30 - The topic of RELIGION 29:58 - How have we matured

We’re getting nostalgic (and a little triggered) in this episode of Half Past Chai as we unpack the best and worst advice our parents ever gave us. From wisdom that shaped who we are today to the downright confusing “you’ll understand when you're older” moments—we’re breaking it all down. Get ready to laugh, reflect, and maybe call your mom afterward. This one’s for anyone who’s ever been told, “Because I said so.” New episodes every Monday at 7 am. Don’t forget to subscribe, and as always, we love you! Thank you for spending your Monday with us 💛 🎙 Submit your stories: https://www.halfpastchai.com/ [https://www.halfpastchai.com/]📲 Follow us: https://bio.site/halfpastchai [https://bio.site/halfpastchai] Use code HALFPASTCHAI to get 15% off https://andcollar.com/ [https://andcollar.com/] Time codes 0:00 - WELCOME TO HALF PAST CHAI 3:24 - Suketu’s Parents Best Advice 9:24 - Hallie’s Parents Best Advice 18:34 - Suketu’s Parents Worst Advice 28:27 - Hallie’s Parents Worst Advice 36:00 - QUESTION OF THE WEEK

WE’RE BACK. Happy Monday, Half Past Crew. In this episode, we’re breaking down exactly what we spent over the first three months of the year as a married couple - from the necessary expenses to the not-so-necessary impulse buys. We’re also opening up about how we navigate tough financial conversations, balance what we want vs what we need, and keep our relationship strong through it all. So get cozy, grab your chai, and let’s get into this week’s episode. New episodes every Monday at 7 am. Don’t forget to subscribe, and as always, we love you! Thank you for spending your Monday with us 💛 🎙 Submit your stories: https://www.halfpastchai.com/ [https://www.halfpastchai.com/]📲 Follow us: https://bio.site/halfpastchai [https://bio.site/halfpastchai] Use code HALFPASTCHAI to get 15% off https://andcollar.com/ [https://andcollar.com/] Time codes 0:00 - WELCOME TO HALF PAST CHAI 2:48 - What we spent in the first 3 months of 2025 10:37 - January costs 13:53 - February costs 20:56 - March costs 24:09 - What we struggle with 27:28 - Our budget 31:12 - Our thoughts so far this year 42:18 - Updates moving on with Half Past Chai