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Meet Akaash Singh (@akaashsingh)! A fellow American Born Desi Comic (see: Episode 13 with Alingon Mitra), Akaash is a regular on MTV (Wild n' Out, Guy Code), on the cast of Brown Nation on Netflix, and co-host of the American Desis podcast. Born and raised in Texas, Akaash has quite the perspective of growing up Desi in the American South. Before we realized, we went through about 8 topics in our conversation with Akaash and each one is hilarious, yet thought-provoking (as usual, right?). Hear Akaash’s take on being terrified of “real fame”, show business, aging, aunties, and a lot more. The American Born Desi Comics are BACK! The ABDC Independence Day Show was a huge success and they were picked up for the upcoming New York Comedy Festival (@nycomedyfest) as the first and only all South Asian show! Catch the ABDCs on Sunday, November 12th, 7:30p at Caroline’s on Broadway (@carolinesonbway) in New York City. Full details & ticket information here: http://nycomedyfestival.com/…/american…/ Book now with promo code "ABDC5" for $5 off! Follow @thecarolinadesi on social media to join the conversation.

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The Carolina Desi

CD18 Clapter, a Conversation with Akaash Singh

The Carolina Desi

published 8 years ago

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49 episodes

#Society #Gurtej Singh #Rashmili Vemula #Desi #Indian #Southasia #Southasian #Arts #Carolina Desi

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CD49 Definition Please, a Conversation with Sujata Day 52:16

3 years ago52:16

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Sujata Day is a performer, creator, writer, and director known for her work on HBO's Insecure as well as her film directorial debut Definition Please (now streaming on Netflix), among others. Join us as Sujata discusses her background, her work, how she turned her creative ideas into reality, the specific challenges her team overcame in film production and distribution, and so much more! https://www.sujataday.com/definition-please…

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CD48 Sufi Scholarship with Arpan Bhandari 57:06

3 years ago57:06

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Today we are joined by Arpan Bhandari, PhD candidate of Islamic Studies at UNC Chapel Hill, for a fantastic conversation around Sufism and scholarship. We discuss Arpan's background, surviving in academia, the value of the humanities, the basics of Sufism, its influence on Bollywood and modern pop culture, and some of the most prominent Sufis in history (Rumi, Al-Hallaj, Hafiz, etc). It's sure to be an exciting conversation you won't want to miss! IG / FB / Twitter: @arpandholi…

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PODSWAP: Brown People We Know (Ranjan Ravaliya) 44:49

4 years ago44:49

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Brown People We Know, hosted by Suraj Kandukuri, is an interview podcast with South Asian Americans taking non-traditional career and lifestyle paths. By sharing these stories, the podcast aims to break down stereotypes about South Asians and to reduce social pressures from within the diaspora community to take a certain path. In this episode, Suraj interviews Ranjan Ravaliya who is a retired engineer who earned her PhD in Chemistry in India during the 1980’s. At 62, she decided to come out of retirement by visiting Haridwar in India and training to become a priestess. Today, at 67, she goes by the moniker The New England Priest as she officiates weddings. In this episode, Ranjan shared the story of her family leaving Tanzania during Idi Amin’s time and about earning the nickname “Rapid Ranjan” as she hiked Kilimanjaro years later. They talk about her decision to pursue higher education despite her father’s wishes, and the funny way that she convinced him to pay for it. And she reflected on parenting as a single mother of two and what she sees her role as a grandparent today.…

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CD46 Southern Fried Asians with Keith Chow 48:30

4 years ago48:30

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The Carolina Desis teamed up with Keith Chow (@the_real_chow) of the Southern Fried Asians (@southernfriedasians) podcast and the Nerds of Color (@thenerdsofcolor) to put out a special episode discussing this year’s rise in awareness towards AAPI issues as well as the general complexity involved in being labelled as “Asian-American”, especially for those of us living in the American South. What are the similarities in our stories? Who gets to be counted in the coalitions being built? And what does solidarity look like between all of us? Join us as we discuss all these questions and more! IG & Twitter: @the_real_chow IG: @southernfriedasians Twitter: @southernasians All channels: @thenerdsofcolor…

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CD45 International Choreographer and Filmmaker Tricha Kumar 53:08

4 years ago53:08

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Tricha Kumar is a professional dancer and filmmaker who also happens to be the Bollywood film industry's #1 dance choreographer of Bhangra. Join the Carolina Desis this week as Tricha sits down with us to discuss current projects, her philosophy on dance as a career and an artform, the state of Bhangra in Bollywood, the value of labor as a backup dancer, adjusting to Covid, and so much more! IG: @tricha.k Twitter: @trichakumar Website: trichakumar.com MOON: facebook.com/moonthefilm MOON: https://moonthefilm.com/ Witness to a Devouring Monster: https://www.instagram.com/wtadm_film/ WTADM Fundraising: https://seedandspark.com/fund/wtdamfilm#story…

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CD44 Invisible India with Jessica Kumar 27:01

4 years ago27:01

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We've spoken before about the immigrant experience coming from South Asia to the US, but never the other way around! This time, we get to know Jessica Kumar, an American Midwesterner and Co-host of the Invisible India Podcast. Over time, Jessica found herself building a life with her husband and children halfway across the world in India. We sat down to ask Jessica about her work, her transition to life in India, raising bilingual children there, the misconceptions she had before arriving, and much more. Invisible India episode mentioned: Debunking Misconceptions about India @InvisibleIndia on IG @IndiaInvisible on Twitter @TheInvisibleIndia on FB…

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CD43 The Farmers Protest with Sahej Preet Singh 45:42

4 years ago45:42

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What do Rihanna, Greta Thunberg, and the farmers of India all have in common? They, along with a groundswell of supporters worldwide, are shedding light on the unjustness of three farm laws passed by India's Parliament. The passing of these laws, which has sparked the largest protest in world history, strip away previous protections for workers and open the doors for billionaire corporate interests to destroy an entire way of life for upwards of 60% of India's population still working in agriculture. We sit down with Sahej Preet Singh of the Sikh Coalition to discuss the rapidly developing situation, the plight of the farmers, the ongoing human rights' abuses committed by the government against peaceful protesters, and how it all ties back to us as Americans watching from afar. Please join us for this very special and important episode of the Carolina Desi! Resources discussed in the episode: @sikhcoalition on IG www.sikhcoalition.org/farmers-protest bit.ly/farmers-protest @khalsa_aid on IG…

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CD42 An Actor's Journey with Sachit Grover 47:26

4 years ago47:26

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Sachit Grover is a young Desi-American Actor and Content Creator making his way in the rapidly evolving landscape of the entertainment industry. We sit down with Sachit to discuss his film projects, experiences, and lessons learned both at home and abroad. Tune in to hear more about Sachit's creative process, the challenges of acting in a second language, adapting to auditioning during Covid-19, learning from and working with experienced Bollywood actors such as Ranvir Shorey, and much more! YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/sachitgrover Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/grobrosach/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/grobrosach Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/GroBroProduction…

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CD41 Mamaji by Elisheba Haqq 54:42

5 years ago54:42

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Elisheba Haqq is an author, educator, and nurse who has just released her debut memoir Mamaji , chronicling the adversity, challenges, and lessons learned through her own upbringing as a Desi-American in 1970s Minnesota. We sit down with Elisheba to discuss the social and cultural isolation felt in her life, the effects on her family and identity, as well as other core themes that have shaped her and her story. Find Mamaji on Amazon or B&N .…

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CD40 Ronnie Chatterji for NC State Treasurer 52:59

5 years ago52:59

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On today's episode, we had the great pleasure of speaking with Duke professor, economist, author, and self-described nerd Ronnie Chatterji on his 2020 political campaign as the Democratic candidate for North Carolina State Treasurer. Join us as we learn more about his vision for North Carolina, his background working for the Obama administration, the significance of the office of NC State Treasurer, his own experiences as a Carolina Desi, and much more. Remember to VOTE on or before November 3rd. To learn more about Ronnie and his platform, visit www.ronniechatterji.com.…

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CD39 COVID-19: A Physician’s POV 39:54

5 years ago39:54

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Everyone’s lives have been affected, but what does the rapid spread of COVID-19 look like from the eyes of a healthcare professional on the front lines of the fight? Kunal Joshi is a hospital based board certified physician from the Seattle, Washington area, one of the first places hit hard in the US by the current pandemic. Join us today as he sits down to share his first-hand experiences and insights on the stress COVID-19 puts on the US healthcare system - its workers, its patients, and the community at large. For more information on this evolving situation, visit https://coronavirus.jhu.edu/.…

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CD38 Letting In 55:00

5 years ago55:00

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Kripa Shah is authentically herself. She’s proud to be desi, and she’s proud to be queer. Understanding her origins within a socially conservative culture, she had to tactfully manage both finding her truth and then sharing that truth with her loved ones, knowing full well they may never truly understand her. Join us this week as we discuss her ongoing journey from vulnerability to confidence, and navigating the muddy waters in between.…

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CD37 Bizarro World 54:47

6 years ago54:47

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Happy End-of-the-Decade, Carolina Desi listeners! This decade of our lives has been a whirlwind, to say the least. Reflecting on this decade gave us an insight to the evolution (or de-evolution?) of our optimism for the past as well as the upcoming decades of our lives and future generations in this new bizarro world. What do you hope is in store for you? Stay tuned for a special surprise at the end!…

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CD36 The Cost Of Free Speech 38:34

6 years ago38:34

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Sometimes, Free Speech requires a price to be paid. As a result, in today's polarizing world climate we see violence against political activists, government censorship, self-censorship, "Cancel Culture", etc. Join the Carolina Desis this week as they discuss their observations on these costs, their effects on social media, and why it can still be worth saying what's on your mind in the present day. As always, thank you Yash Mistry for editing this month’s episode!…

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CD35 The Dating Coach, Varsha Mathur 1:01:10

6 years ago1:01:10

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The Carolina Desis were joined this month by Transformational Coach, Varsha Mathur (@coachingbyvarsha). Varsha is a third generation Desi-American, accomplished master of many career industries so we wanted to get candid advice from someone who’s seen and coaches it all . From the stigma of dating to the taboos of divorce in the South Asian culture, Varsha drops some truth-bombs. We discuss why relationships are the way they are as well as how experiencing a “third culture” affects your understanding and awareness of self-worth. Get your personal coach on with Varsha Mathur at www.coachingbyvarsha.com. And as always, thank you Yash Mistry for editing this month’s episode!…

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CD34 Brain Drain 40:36

6 years ago40:36

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By definition, Brain Drain is the emigration of highly trained or intelligent people from a particular country. India and other surrounding countries experience the Brain Drain epidemic with their society’s top talent seeking prosperous opportunities abroad in countries such as USA or Canada. Why does this happen? What do countries “abroad” offer that makes the move across the globe worth it? What is the impact? Join the Carolina Desis as they pretend to be geo-politicians. Thank you, Nick Joseph for this month’s episode topic! And as always, thank you Yash Mistry for editing this month’s episode!…

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CD33 (Live) Carolina Desis at Clemson 47:06

6 years ago47:06

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The Carolina Desis were invited back to their alma mater to speak to a class about the Religion & Politics in India from 1800s to the Present, taught by Dr. Mou Banerjee. Thank you to the students: Lucas, Amy, Ethan, Darian, Liam, and Aaron (special thanks to Aaron for bringing us this opportunity) for the fantastic conversation! This episode is a highlight reel of the various topics we discussed. Shout out to Yash Mistry for editing this month’s episode! Disclaimer: all of the opinions expressed during the discussions are very much our personal opinions as the Carolina Desis and do not represent Clemson University, in any way.…

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CD32 Gulab Jamun Cupcake (Weddings with Kiran Mohan) 53:49

7 years ago53:49

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The episode you have all been waiting for (or at least one of them) is finally here: WEDDINGS! From the planning to the week-long wedding events, the Carolina Desis break it all down with guest Kiran Mohan of Sonaa Wedding & Events (@sonaaevents). Kiran, a Toronto native and recent Charlotte resident, shares her experiences as an accomplished planner and what she wants to bring to the Desi wedding industry in the Southeast US. We discuss the variety and significance of wedding events and traditions that differ among religions, ethnicities, and families in the South Asian Diaspora. Staying true to the core ideals of the podcast, we get Kiran’s take on the evident generation gap and impact of millennial minimalism on wedding planning as a first generation Desi-American. Tune in to learn why there are elephants at Desi weddings and how you can get your hands on a Gulab Jamun cupcake! Book your next event with Sonaa Wedding & Events: www.sonaaevents.com…

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CD31 Stay Green 28:28

7 years ago28:28

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CD31 Stay Green by Gurtej Singh & Rashmili Vemula

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CD30 Fitness & Business with Dee Gautham 48:42

7 years ago48:42

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The Carolina Desis have RETURNED. To top it off, they’ve returned with a GUEST. Please join the Carolina Desis this week in their conversation with self-made fitness and nutrition coach, Dee Gautham (@squats_and_samosas). Dee shares her career transition from medicine to tech to full-time fitness and nutrition coach. We discuss the stigmas revolving around fitness, particularly the effect that the South Asian community has on our body image. As a high-achieving, natural-born leader, Dee is the perfect example of a Girl Boss. Tune in to listen to Rashmili fangirl for the entirety of the episode. https://www.deegauthamfitness.com/ IG: @dee_gautham…

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CD29 Leading By Example with Udit Rathore 32:59

7 years ago32:59

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Meet Udit Rathore: Delhi born, Charlotte raised, and Boston dwelling. Udit and his family moved to North Carolina in the 90s and built a flourishing academy, Sangrock Blackbelt World. The Carolina Desis and Udit discussed everything from his experience in the US Armed Forces, his family’s Sangrock Blackbelt World journey, and the true meaning and impact of self-empowerment and leadership. Udit is soon launching the Sangrock Initiative, a service to underprivileged students to experience the empowerment they deserve through the art of Taekwondo. To learn more about Sangrock Blackbelt World, visit http://sangrock.com/…

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CD28 Hurry Up and Wait 34:38

7 years ago34:38

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Time. There’s never enough of it! At least, not for the Carolina Desis. Why is it so hard to come by? Is it a side effect of being an adult? Join them this week as they try to unravel the concept of punctuality and priorities in both the Desi and American cultures. Follow @thecarolinadesi on social media to join the conversation.…

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CD27 Human Architecture, a Conversation with Manoj Kesavan 41:37

7 years ago41:37

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We had the pleasure of having a conversation with Manoj Kesavan. Manoj is an architect, urban designer, educator, creator, and everything else under the sun within the Charlotte Arts community. He is the Founder and Executive Director of Que-OS, a non-profit organization whose mission is to "transform the way art/culture is created and shared, and how people connect to causes and community." They create open and inclusive platforms for artists and other creative professionals to engage and create social impact at a large scale. Que-OS organizes BOOM, an annual artist/community-led festival of contemporary art and creativity, which launched in April 2016. Their other initiatives range from the design of an off-the-grid free rural clinic in Haiti to running the Pecha Kucha Night series in Charlotte. Kesavan has been a visiting lecturer/panelist/juror at several universities and writes/lectures internationally. Aside from Manoj’s incredible contributions, we learned about his social capital serving him, working hyper-locally, emerging cultural institutions, and much more. Tune in to hear more about Manoj and his daily work in Human Architecture. Visit http://boomcharlotte.org to find out more! Follow @thecarolinadesi on social media to join the conversation.…

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CD26 On the American Dream 25:37

7 years ago25:37

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The American Dream: the epitome of what is possible, what you value, and what you want to be. The immigrant American Dream is exactly that but is strongly influenced by heritage, culture, and upbringing. Join the Carolina Desis this week as they reflect on what the American Dream is and what it means to them. Follow @thecarolinadesi on social media to join the conversation.…

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CD25 Silver Minisode 11:18

7 years ago11:18

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Episode 25 already?! Wow, the silver jubilee. Give us a moment to bask in this ~1 year of existence (thanks to you all!). This week, we spent some time reflecting on our progress, share the evolution of our message, and hint at future projects. There is a lot headed for you all and we are excited to share soon!…

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CD24 Buyers vs Brands 23:25

7 years ago23:25

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Have you considered or even noticed how brands permeate through your life? For example, using the brand name Band-Aid when referring to a bandage. The concept of brands and function are prevalent in any industry and any consumer market. The Carolina Desis explore brands from their childhood that are common in a typical Desi-American household. You may recognize them all! From food and beauty to technology and fashion, tune into this week’s episode about various brands, consumerism, the idea of shopping local, and brand loyalty as a whole. Follow @thecarolinadesi on social media to join the conversation.…

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CD23 Charlotte City Councilwoman Dimple Ajmera 40:45

7 years ago40:45

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We had the honor of speaking with Councilwoman Dimple Ajmera, for this week’s episode! Councilwoman Ajmera was elected in 2017 and is serving her first term on the Charlotte City Council At-Large and has the proud distinction of being the first Asian-American and the youngest woman to serve. She is passionate about creating a sustainable, equitable and safe Charlotte. Her accolades and accomplishments are endless and nothing short of inspiring, but you will find out just how impressive she is when you tune in! Listen in to learn more about Councilwoman Ajmera’s political journey, the Charlotte Women’s March, and her response to anyone who asks about her rotis. Instagram: @dimple4charlotte Twitter: @DimpleAjmera About: http://charlottenc.gov/CityCouncil/bios/Pages/DimpleAjmera.aspx Follow @thecarolinadesi on social media to join the conversation.…

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CD22 Distance 22:53

8 years ago22:53

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The Carolina Desis are back from the holidays and ready to take on 2018! They’ve had time to reflect on their holidays, which was accompanied by the concept of distance. When is distance good, and when is distance bad? We divided the topic into physical distance and distance as intangible to aid the question. While it is not simple to pinpoint a single answer, we concluded that self-awareness is a key factor in accepting the effects of distance. Tune into this week’s episode to find out how and why. Follow @thecarolinadesi on social media to join the conversation.…

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CD21 2017 WRAP-UP (Happy Holidays) 18:21

8 years ago18:21

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It's December already?! We can't believe it's the last Carolina Desi episode of 2017! We wanted to spend some time reflecting on an incredible year, the rise and shift of holiday symbolism, and what the holidays mean to the Carolina Desis. We've come a long way this year and we truly couldn't have done it without YOU. So, thank you to each and every one of you! HAPPY HOLIDAYS and see you in 2018! Follow @thecarolinadesi on social media to join the conversation.…

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CD20 Stepping UP 31:54

8 years ago31:54