Brown Girl Broadcast

Brown Girl Broadcast

Welcome to Brown Girl Broadcast—a space for real, raw, and unfiltered conversations about life, culture, and everything in between. Hosted by Nafisa and Mariya, this podcast dives into the experiences that shape us as women navigating identity, relationships, family, career, and personal growth.

Episodes

July 9, 2025 34 mins

Why does confidence feel like rebellion when you're a Brown girl? This week, we’re unpacking the cultural conditioning that taught us to stay small, stay quiet, and always say sorry — and we’re flipping the script. From “log kya kahenge” to imposter syndrome, we’re breaking down how to unlearn the guilt, build real confidence, and start taking up space like the main characters we are.

We’re sharing personal stories, practical mi...

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This week, we dove headfirst into the chaotic, hilarious, and occasionally unhinged world of Desi Reddit — and we have thoughts. From wedding drama and in-law sagas to spicy rishta complaints and generational clapbacks, we’re reading and reacting to the internet’s wildest Desi threads. Some made us laugh, some made us cringe, and others hit way too close to home. Grab your chai, because this episode is full of petty, relatable, and...

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June 11, 2025 33 mins

This week, we're catching up on everything from Cubs games and therapy switch-ups to new workout classes and our unexpected obsession with pickleball. We also get into some very real Desi truths — like why Pakistanis are elite at table tennis and what it really means to compromise on how many kids you want with your partner. As always, it's honest, chaotic, and 100% Brown Girl Broadcast energy.


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May 28, 2025 29 mins

Moving away from home is often seen as a rite of passage — chasing dreams, gaining independence, and finding your place in the world. But for many Desi kids, it also comes with a heavy side of guilt. In this episode, we talk about the emotional weight of leaving our families behind — the pressure to stay close, the fear of disappointing loved ones, and the silent struggle of homesickness even in moments of success. From FaceTiming ...

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If you could build your dream Brown Boy from scratch, what traits would make the cut? In this episode, your hosts dive headfirst into the ultimate relationship experiment — curating the perfect partner with one spicy, petty, and brutally honest opinion at a time. From green flags and cultural must-haves to emotional intelligence and the art of texting back, we’re breaking down what actually matters in modern Desi dating. Expect lau...

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In this episode, we’re getting real about friendships and living situations — the highs, the lows, and all the petty drama in between. From finding your ride-or-dies to navigating the awkwardness of roommate disagreements, we’re sharing our funniest, messiest, and most heartfelt stories. We’ll talk about what makes a friendship last, when it’s time to let go, and how living with people (especially as Desi girls) can make or break r...

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Whether it’s pressure to pursue a “stable” career, confusion around mental health, or different views on dating and marriage — we’re diving into the complex (and often comical) generational gap between Desi parents and their kids. In this episode, we unpack culture clashes, expectations, and love languages. Tune in as we share stories, laugh through the chaos, and explore whether our parents truly don’t understand… or if they’ve ju...

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Welcome to the very first episode of Brown Girl Broadcast! In this intro episode, we’re pulling back the curtain and letting you in on who we are, how we met, and what inspired us to start this podcast. From navigating brown girlhood to sharing stories that don’t get told enough, this is the beginning of something honest, bold, and relatable. Whether you’re here for the laughs, the chaos, or the real talk—we’re so glad you found us...

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