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Live in Germany: With Prasanna Oommen, Laxmi Manuela & Anu Ambasna , S4 Ep11

“How are we expected to present ourselves as women from South Asian culture? Together, we discuss our experiences as South Asian womxn living all over Europe and what it means to be South Asian feminists today.” The fiercely feminist Masala Podcast goes international! This very special live episode was recorded in Cologne, Germany. Sangeeta Pillai […]

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Poorna Bell: Strong South Asian womxn , S4 Ep10

“Who’s a strong South Asian woman? Meet Poorna Bell who talks about getting into powerlifting and how that helped her see her body and herself differently.” We’re talking about strong women on this episode of the fiercely feminist Masala Podcast. Sangeeta Pillai chats with Poorna Bell, an award-winning journalist & author who is also a powerlifter.

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Shani Dhanda: Disability & South Asian culture, S4 Ep9

“Disabled people are often forgotten. We all need to highlight the need for support and to make the world a more inclusive place for those living with disabilities.” Shani Dhanda, the award-winning disability rights activist is on this episode of the fiercely feminist Masala Podcast. Its creator Sangeeta Pillai chats with Shani Dhanda, one of

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Mona Arshi: Grief & Loss , S4 Ep8

“Grief. Sometimes we just can’t find the words for the intensity of our emotions. Talking about grief can be difficult in any language. And for those of us whose language of birth is different to our adopted language, this can be even harder.” Grief is the theme on this episode of the fiercely feminist Masala

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Oorbee Roy: Aunty Skater in a Sari, S4 Ep7

“We’re never too old to do whatever we want to do. We don’t have to fit into a box because our upbringing or culture says so. Meet the Aunty Skater who took up skating in her 40s.” This episode of the fiercely feminist Masala Podcast features a sari-wearing skater who’s a TikTok sensation. Sangeeta Pillai chats

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Pallavi Barnwal: Sex & Intimacy, S4 EP6

“As women, we carry within us infinite pleasure & the capacity to experience orgasms. But our cultural baggage, with its ideas of ‘shame’ or the sense of feeling ‘dirty’ around sex has stopped us accessing our own pleasure.” Let’s talk about sex, betis! Sangeeta Pillai, from the fiercely feminist Masala Podcast, chats with Pallavi Barnwal, a

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Dr Nighat Arif: Menopause & South Asian women, S4 EP5

“The menopause is still taboo in our culture & we talk through the various stages of the menopause, how it affects our bodies & minds and what we can do about it.” The fiercely feminist Masala Podcast continues as Sangeeta Pillai chats with Dr. Nighat Arif, a GP specialising in women’s health and the menopause & a

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Mridul Wadhwa: Becoming a trans activist, S4 EP4

Please note that the topic of this podcast might be triggering for some listeners. Feel free to skip this episode if this is difficult for you. “Mridul shares what it was like growing up in India as a trans woman. She speaks eloquently about her transition journey and all the difficult paths she had to

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Nina Ganguli: Can we talk about sexual abuse? S4 EP3

Please note that the topic of this podcast might be triggering for some listeners. “Nina speaks so openly about being abused by her father. I was struck by how eloquently and compassionately she talked about the incredibly tough circumstances of her life.” Sangeeta Pillai, from the feminist favourite Masala Podcast, talks with Nina Ganguli. Nina

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Zarna Garg: Can brown mums be funny? S4 EP1

“The funny brown auntie we all wish we had, is taking over the world with her brand of Indian mum comedy.” Season four of the fiercely feminist Masala Podcast returns with Sangeeta Pillai chatting with international comedian & TikTok star Zarna Garg. Zarna describes herself as an Indian immigrant wife, mom, lawyer, screenwriter, producer, stand-up

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Podcasting workshop online, masterclass in podcasting by Sangeeta Pillai.

Podcasting Workshop & Masterclass

With multi-award-winning podcaster Sangeeta Pillai NEXT WORKSHOP: Online, Tues 27 Sept 2022, 19:00 to 20:30, £49.57 “Sangeeta helps you to connect with what’s important to you so that you can create the type of authentic podcast that has longevity. Sangeeta gives you this boost of confidence you don’t get when you’re sitting alone watching videos

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Why is our idea of beauty so narrow – Joti Gata-Aura – S3 Ep8 – Masala Podcast

“I was told I had Vitiligo at 20 & told there was no real cure for it…” Meet Joti Gata-Aura, a Body Positivity Spokesperson & Social Media Advocate. Joti was diagnosed with Vitiligo at a young age. But she turned a difficult situation into a fantastic body. positivity movement. In this episode, Joti & Sangeeta

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