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🎙️ ABCD Podcast #43: 
ABCD: Oscars Special! Hollywood Glamour with a Desi Twist 🏆✨

Join Omar Najam and special guest Dael Kingsmill on the American Born Chatty Desis for a star-studded dive into awards season! From Oscar secrets to Sundance sensations, we're breaking it all down with ou...

🎙️ ABCD Podcast #42: 
"ABCD: Love, Food & Desi Life - The Ultimate Valentine's Episode! 💘🍛

Join comedy writers Rekha Shankar and Keerthi Harishankar (plus adorable dog guests Archie & Sassy! 🐕) for a delicious blend of romance and gastronomy!

This Episode's Love & Food Menu:
💝 India's epic 7-day Valentine's celebration (and Keerthi's plan to make it all about ...

Time travel with the American Born Chatty Desis as we revisit the game-changing October 2024 debate!  Join us for this special episode recorded right after the historic October 2024 debate but released  just after the inauguration of 2025! Political expert Mushtaq Gunja helps us unpack this pivotal moment in American politics with fresh insights and hindsight wisdom.🧠

Fun fact: This episode captures a unique moment in pol...

🎙️ ABCD Podcast #40: 
Join 🙋‍♂️ Omar, 🧑‍🍳 Sandeep, and special guest host 🎨 Rekha Shankar as they devour the latest desi news and trends! 🗞️🌶️
☕ Discover the cultural movement behind Indian-inspired coffee shops and their unique beverages! 🇮🇳🥤
😲 Electric eels can now zap DNA into other animals - is this the start of a real-life Jurassic Park? 🐍⚡️🦖
🌭 Oh no! Joey Chestnut got disqualified from the hot do...

🎙️ ABCD Podcast #39: Cow Power & Lunar Lies! 🐮🌙
Join Sandeep & Omar as they navigate the wild world of Desi news! 🌶️🗞️
🤔 Did Omar fake the moon landing? 🚀🎬
💩 Can cow poop save the planet? 🌍💨
🎭 Is Bollywood going full Blade Runner? 🤖💰
🏏 Did Team USA just bowl over Pakistan? 🇺🇸🏆
❓ Pop Quiz: How well do you know Dr. Strangelove? 🎬🧠
💃 Desi Spotlight: Charli XCX's spicy revel...

🛠️ *WARNING* Sandeep's video is choppy at points of the episode from technical issues during the recording.🚨

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Episode Description:
Join us on ABCD (American Born Chatty Desi's), where we traipse through the vibrant fields of our cultural identity, picking apart current events with a dash of cheeky family rivalry in our 'Auntie vs Auntie Watch 2024.' And wouldn't you know it, Sandeep's extended clan drops in to sprinkle some personal cha...

Our latest episode captures the highs and lows of PAX East in Boston, where Omar Najam and Sandeep Parikh left our live streaming habitat for the bustling convention floor. Wander with us through the maze of game developers, dice booths, and the inevitable mishaps along the way. But it's not all chaos; we're dishing out the scoop on Dispel Dice's newest treasures that are a dream for gamers and pet owners. We even ta...

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Episode 33:
Unpack the essence of American-born Desi life with us!  Cultural curiosity meets unbridled creativity in this celebration of identity.   Tradition weaves through our talk as we bask in the festive ...

Have you ever stumbled upon a character in a game that felt like she was crafted just for you? That's what happened to Sandeep & Omar at PAX Unplugged in Philadelphia, where they encountered Neeha, an Indian auntie with a flair for fiber arts in the board game Arch Ravels. This episode takes you through the vibrant alleys of a board game convention, where cultural diversity isn't just present—it's weaved into the...

Are you ready for a captivating journey? We promise you an intriguing exploration of cultural identities in our season finale, guaranteed to leave you with food for thought. We've got an exciting ensemble of segments coming your way, starting with our unique new segment 'What's Got Us Confused?' In this installment, we dive into the fascinating world of names, their historical and cultural significance, and thei...

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Ever wondered if the stars could predict your perfect match? Buckle up, folks! We're embarking on a journey of discovery that encompasses our cultural identities, astrology and the cosmos, and...

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Join us as we kick off an extraordinary conversation with Johnny Stanton IV, the NFL athlete who's made an exciting shift from the football field to the realms of Dungeons & Dragons. Johnny's story is a compelling blend of sports and gaming, a journey of ada...

Ever reminisce about your childhood, about the pets that shared our laughter, our tears, and our secrets? Get cozy as we ravel threads of nostalgia, talking about our Indian immigrant roots, our families' amusingly distinct pet-related anecdotes, and how pets have ebbed their way into our lives, bringing a wave of companionship like never before.

Join us as we stroll down the alley of science, understanding the heartw...

Join us for a lively chat with the brilliantly witty Rekha Shankar, as we navigate the thrills and spills of her journey from a childhood Seinfeld aficionado to a highly regarded writer and script doctor. Ever been banned from Slack for over-communication? Rekha has, and we undoubtedly share a hearty laugh over it. 

This conversation isn't just fun and games, though. Rekha offers a first-hand perspective on the ongoin...

Gather around everyone, as we welcome the delightful Anjali Bhimani to our beloved podcast! Anjali, a master performer, shares with us her inspiring journey from a passionate child performer to a successful professional artist. We also delve into the fascinating intricacies of character-building—an essential lesson for storytellers and TTRPG enthusiasts. Prepare to be captivated!

This episode is not all serious chatter, th...

Ever thought about how the world's largest democracy impacts the global balance of power and human rights? Or how difficult it can be to assess the political leanings of news sources? We take you on an enlightening journey through these complex topics, weaving personal stories and thoughtful insights along the way. Join us as we dive into the political landscape of India, influenced heavily by Prime Minister Narendra Modi. We ...