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The Vibrant Woman ShowEmotional Eating, Gut Health & Sustainable Weight Loss: A Holistic Approach for Women with Nishma Karim, Registered Holistic NutritionistIn this episode of The Vibrant Woman Show, Ashika sits down with Nishma Karim, registered holistic nutritionist, TEDX speaker, mom and wife to discuss body image, emotional eating, and sustainable weight loss for women over 40.They unpack how social media, comparison culture, and the weight loss industry impact self-worth and long-term health. Nishma shares her powerful journey of stress-related weight gain, discovering celiac disease, and transforming her health through holistic nutrition and mindset shifts.Ashika explains the science behind sustainable weight loss, including gut health, serotonin production, lean muscle development, and nervous system regulation — critical fa...
2026-02-1553 min
The Vibrant Woman ShowWhy Most Women Feel Disconnected From Their Bodies (And How We Got Here) with AshikaIn this opening solo episode of The Vibrant Woman Show, Ashika, registered nutritionist, women's mentor and author of Naked with Myself, introduces the new direction of the podcast and breaks down the deeper reason women struggle with hormones, food noise, weight-loss after 40, anxiety, low sex drive, burnout, and self-trust. This conversation moves beyond symptoms and explains how chronic stress, nervous system dysregulation, and identity shifts disconnect women from their bodies over time.Rather than blaming hormones or willpower, this episode reframes women’s health through biology, psychology, and lived experience. This episode also se...
2026-02-0809 min
The Vibrant Woman ShowCompatibility vs. Chemistry: Healing, Growth & Redefining Love (Featuring your host Ashika Lessani & Anu Verma from Victim2Victor)In this deeply transformative episode of The Vibrant Woman Podcast, host Ashika, a holistic nutritionist turned feminine leadership coach, sits down with Anu, founder of Victim2Victor. Together, they dive into one of the most misunderstood topics in modern relationships — compatibility versus chemistry — and how your healing journey shapes the way you love, attract, and connect.Anu shares her powerful work helping survivors of trauma and PTSD reclaim their lives and break free from toxic relationship cycles. Ashika opens up about her own transformation — from divorce and emotional abuse to radical self-love and feminine empowerment — guiding women to regul...
2025-10-3042 min
The Vibrant Woman ShowFrom 9-to-5 to Full-Time Author: Unlocking Your Potential & Entrepreneurial Success with Victoria AkpanReady to follow your calling and transform your life? In this episode of The Vibrant Woman Podcast, Ashika sits down with Victoria Apkan to uncover her inspiring journey from corporate employee to full-time author and thriving entrepreneur.Victoria shares how a childhood passion for writing turned into a purposeful career, the importance of listening to your inner voice, and how surrounding yourself with the right mentors and like-minded networks can accelerate your growth.You’ll learn how to:Leave behind a career that no longer serves youPursue your passion while balancing life and responsibilitiesBuild mea...
2025-10-1241 minThe Vibrant Woman ShowTrained to Lead: How Women Who Work Out Build Better Businesses/ With AshikaWhat if the discipline you’ve built in the gym is the very thing that makes you unstoppable in business?In this episode of The Vibrant Woman Podcast: Entrepreneurial Edition, Ashika reveals the game-changing connection between physical training and entrepreneurial courage. If you’ve ever questioned your ability to lead, take financial risks, or grow a business — but you’ve also pushed yourself through a hard workout — this episode will show you:You’ve already trained for this.Ashika breaks down how fitness shapes your nervous system, sharpens your decision-making, and builds the emotional in...
2025-07-0713 minThe Vibrant Woman ShowRewiring Your Nervous System for Success: From Survival Mode to Self-LeadershipIn this episode of The Vibrant Woman Podcast, host Ashika opens up about her personal journey from burnout, survival mode, and toxic relationships to becoming a self-led, embodied woman and mentor.She explores how hustle culture, emotional exhaustion, and trauma can silently sabotage your success—no matter how “together” things look on the outside.If you’re a coach, CEO, mother, or healer who feels chronically fatigued, disconnected, or like you’re constantly doing but never arriving… this episode is your invitation to pause and rewire.You’ll learn why nervous system regulation is the missing...
2025-06-2730 minThe Vibrant Woman ShowLet’s Get Juicy: The Real Reason Your Libido, Skin, and Flow Feel Off and How to Fix It w/AshikaWhat do your sex drive, glowing skin, and feminine lubrication all have in common?They’re all messages from your body… and they’re all deeply influenced by what you eat, how you nourish your nervous system, and how safe your body feels to receive.In this episode of The Vibrant Woman Podcast, I get real about what’s happening inside a woman’s body when she’s feeling burnt out, dry, disconnected, or like her glow has gone missing. As a registered holistic nutritionist and coach, I break down what no one’s teachi...
2025-06-2123 min
The Vibrant Woman ShowHow to Attract Love With Feng Shui: Energy Clearing, Decluttering, and Crystals with Feng Shui Master Meena Jagpal-ParéIn this episode we unlock the secrets to attracting love, enhancing feminine energy, and creating harmony at home with Feng Shui. In this powerful return episode, Feng Shui Master Meena Jagpal -Pare joins Ashika to share practical, soul-nourishing rituals rooted in ancient Eastern wisdom. Meena Jagpal-Paré is a Classical Feng Shui Master, Energy Clearing Guide, and founder of Momentum Feng Shui. She integrates traditional Feng Shui with spiritual practices to help clients worldwide transform their spaces and elevate their lives. Using the “Flying Stars” method, Meena maps energy flow in homes or workspaces to enhance positivity and neutra...
2025-05-1850 min
The Vibrant Woman ShowVoice, Vulnerability and Venus Energy: Where Her Pleasure Meets Her Power with Victoria AlyssaIn this episode, Ashika sits down with co-host Victoria to explore the raw, radiant territory where feminine power meets deep vulnerability. Through the lens of a provocative film, we breakdown the complex dance between dominance and surrender, control and release, and what it means to voice your deepest desires—unapologetically. This isn’t just about intimacy, it’s about reclaiming the fullness of your feminine voice and rewriting the rules of pleasure and power on your own terms.What You’ll Walk Away With:A deeper understanding of the connection between your voice and your sen...
2025-04-2350 minThe Vibrant Woman ShowThe Feminine Morning Ritual: How to Enjoy Coffee Without Wrecking Your Hormones with AshikaIn this episode, Ashika is breaking down what no one tells you about coffee, cortisol, and your feminine energy, especially if you’re a woman over 40! If you’ve been waking up exhausted, relying on caffeine to function, and wondering why your libido feels low or your mood swings are unpredictable, this is for you.You’ll learn how your morning routine is impacting your hormones, nervous system, and sexual energy and how small changes can bring you back into alignment with your sensual, thriving self.This is not your average wellness talk. This i...
2025-04-0621 min
The Vibrant Woman ShowThe Post-Divorce Playbook: Fitness, Mindset & Reinventing Yourself-AshikaGoing through a divorce or separation? You did not fail—your marriage did. Now, it’s time to take back your power, rebuild your confidence, and step into the healthiest, most vibrant version of yourself.
In this episode, I’ll share the exact steps I took to transform my body, regulate my emotions, and create a strong foundation for success.
1. The role of fitness in rebuilding confidence & mental clarity.
1. How nutrition fuels your emotional and physical comeback.
2. The power of sleep & emotional regulation for resilience.
3. Why your circle of friends can make or break your next chapte...
2025-02-0321 min
The Vibrant Woman ShowAlcohol and Women's Health: Why Reducing Alcohol Can Transform Your Mood, Energy and Goals-AshikaAre you ready to feel empowered in your health and mindset?
In this episode of The Secrets of a Vibrant Woman, we explore how alcohol impacts your hormones, gut health, and productivity, especially for women aged 35–45 experiencing burnout or hormonal imbalances. Learn how even one drink can disrupt serotonin production, affect your mood, and lower your energy levels.
I'll also discuss the science behind alcohol’s effect on your blood sugar, cravings, and micro-biome, and share three powerful strategies to reduce or eliminate alcohol in a way that feels empowering, not restrictive. Lets simplify women's heal...
2025-01-2613 minThe Vibrant Woman ShowGrounded and Ready: Why Self-Care is the Ultimate Power Move For Women -AshikaWelcome to Season 3, Episode 1 of Secrets of a Vibrant Woman! In this transformational solo episode, I’m diving into the power of self-care and why prioritizing yourself is the ultimate power move for women in 2025. After stepping back at the end of 2024 to focus on my health, reconnect with my roots, and realign with my purpose, I’ve uncovered valuable lessons on staying grounded, regulated my nervous system health, and the life-changing benefits of true self-care—and now, I’m here to share them with you!
Here’s what you’ll learn in this episode:
Why self-car...
2025-01-1713 min
The Vibrant Woman ShowUnlocking Success through Inner Peace, Community, and Travel: An Interview with April May BelliaIn this episode, Ashika interviews April, a seasoned serial entrepreneur, travel specialist and Minister for A Course in Miracles. Join them as they dive deep into the power of community, collaboration, and personal growth. From her family's bakery to founding Granola Girl and April Cakes, April shares her entrepreneurial journey, emphasizing the value of supporting other women and entrepreneurs.
Together, Ashika and April explore the importance of inner peace, forgiveness, and gratitude, touching on how these principles have guided their lives. They also discuss creating vision boards, luxury travel, and self-care, while offering insight into April’s ex...
2024-10-0241 min
The Vibrant Woman ShowBuilding Trust, Legacy, and Wealth in Real Estate with Ace Partners: Anastasia Aurora and Ray AkintemiIn this episode, Ashika interviews Anastasia and Ray, the powerhouse couple behind Ace Partners, a real estate firm in Vancouver, BC, Canada, focused on helping clients build wealth and leave a lasting legacy.
They share their holistic approach to real estate, where the home is more than just a roof—it's a space to create memories and secure financial stability. Together, they dive deep into the importance of trust, communication, and mutual respect in both their personal and professional relationships. From navigating challenges in the Vancouver real estate market to managing work-life balance and setting boundaries. Anastasia an...
2024-10-011h 23
The Vibrant Woman ShowHealing After Divorce: Navigating Co-Parenting, Shame, and Self-Love with Chelsea Ferguson, Post-Divorce CoachEpisode #17 Ashika sits down with Chelsea, a post-divorce coach, CDC Certified Divorce Coach® and NLP Master Practitioner, and is an Associate Certified Coach with the International Coaching Federation. We dove into discussing the emotional challenges of life after divorce and how to embrace healing. Explore key topics like co-parenting, overcoming shame, and the transformative power of self-love in creating a new life after separation and divorce.
Chelsea shares her personal experiences and offers practical advice on navigating the emotional turmoil of divorce, building healthier relationships, and reclaiming your identity as a single mother.
2024-09-251h 07
The Vibrant Woman ShowFeng Shui Secrets for Entrepreneurial Success: Creating Flow, Focus, and Abundance in Your Work & Life with Meena Jagpal-PareEpisode #16 of Secrets of a Vibrant Woman Entrepreneur's Edition, Ashika interviews Meena Jagpal-Pare, a classical Feng Shui Aaster, Spiritual mentor, and Energy Clearing Guide. Meena shares her inspiring journey from discovering Feng Shui 28 years ago to mastering its art after traveling to China for advanced certification.
Meena shares how Feng Shui principles can enhance energy flow in both homes and businesses, improve productivity, and support manifestation in relationships and personal growth. From designing new homes with Feng Shui in mind to using vision boards and energy clearing for optimal well-being, Ashika and Meena dive deep into the...
2024-09-1349 minThe Vibrant Woman ShowThe Real Cost of Hustle: Preventing Entrepreneurial Burnout, with Ashika Lessani and Holli AbbottEpisode #15 Ashika and Holli dive deep into the pervasive issue of entrepreneurial burnout, a silent epidemic affecting countless business owners today. Drawing from their own experiences, they explore the physical, emotional, and mental toll that burnout can take on entrepreneurs. Through candid discussions, Ashika and Holli emphasize the critical importance of recognizing the early signs of burnout and the need for a robust self-care routine to maintain long-term success in both business and life.
The conversation shifts to practical strategies for achieving work-life balance, debunking the myth that constant hustle and a 24/7 social media presence are necessary...
2024-09-0429 min
The Vibrant Woman ShowUnlocking Self-Love: The Key to Thriving in Relationships and Life with Eleni KouloumouEpisode #14 Ashika sits down with love coach Eleni, to explore the deep connection between self-love, relationships, and personal empowerment. She opens up about her transformative journey from battling low self-esteem and unhealthy relationships to embracing self-love and setting higher standards in life. Diving into the impact of dysfunctional family dynamics on self-worth, the influence of cultural beliefs on relationships, and the importance of self-respect in creating healthy, lasting connections.
Through candid discussions, Ashika and Eleni reveal how unresolved emotional wounds and limiting beliefs can sabotage our ability to love and be loved. Sharing practical...
2024-08-2854 min
The Vibrant Woman ShowReclaiming Your Feminine Energy: The Spiritual Journey of Lunar Cycles, Cacao, and Self-Discovery with Shannon StewartEpisode #13 Ashika sits down with Shannon Stewart, an intuitive lunar mentor, spiritual coach, and ceremonialist, to explore the profound connection between lunar cycles, spiritual practices, and personal transformation. Shannon shares her journey into spiritual mentorship, revealing how working with the moon’s energies can help individuals connect with their feminine power and navigate life’s challenges with greater ease and clarity.
Shannon dives deep into the significance of lunar mentorship, exploring how understanding and aligning with the natural cycles of the moon can lead to deeper self-awareness and holistic well-being. She shares the powerful role...
2024-08-1848 min
The Vibrant Woman ShowFrom Rejection to Resilience: Chaufa's Entrepreneurial Journey, Thriving With Lupus and Over Coming AdversityEpisode #12 Join Ashika as she welcome's Chaufa, a remarkable digital marketing strategist and entrepreneur, who has triumphed over significant adversity. In this episode, Chaufa shares her powerful story of resilience, from battling lupus since the age of 12 to overcoming rejection from graduate school. She opens up about how these challenges have shaped her journey and how she refused to let her illness define her.
Discover how Chaufa redirected her path after graduate school rejection, finding fulfillment in launching her online coaching platform. Learn about the evolution of her coaching business, her focus on mindset and personal development...
2024-07-1540 min
The Vibrant Woman ShowManaging Stress and Hormonal Cycles: The Key to Successful Intermittent Fasting with Holli Abbott, Functional Nutritionist and Health CoachEpisode #11 Join Ashika and functional nutritionist Holli Abbott us they debunk common misconceptions and explore the transformative benefits of intermittent fasting. Holli simplifies the complexities of intermittent fasting, emphasizing that it goes beyond just skipping meals. Discover the critical factors to consider, including age, hormonal stages, and individual health conditions, to determine if intermittent fasting is right for you.
Highlights of the Episode:
1. Intermittent Fasting Misconceptions and Benefits: Holli clarifies the true nature of intermittent fasting and its potential health benefits, including improved blood sugar balance and insulin sensitivity.
2. Managing...
2024-07-0354 min
The Vibrant Woman ShowFrom Ballroom to Empowerment: Sarah Bogdanova’s Secrets to Embracing FemininityEpisode #10 Ashika sits down with renowned femininity coach Sarah Bogdanova. Discover how Sarah transitioned from a world-class ballroom dancer to a powerful advocate for feminine energy, and learn how you too can harness your feminine power to transform your life.
In this episode, you will learn:
1. How to Embrace Femininity as a Superpower: Sarah explains why femininity is not a weakness but a strength that can enhance your personal and professional life.
2. The “3 F’s” of Confident Body Language: Learn about Flexibility, Flow, and Form, and how these elements can help you project confid...
2024-06-211h 01
The Vibrant Woman ShowHypnosis and NLP: Tools for Overcoming Trauma and Self-Limiting Beliefs with Billie Aadmi, Master Results CoachEpisode #9 of “The Secrets of a Vibrant Woman,” Ashika sits down with Billie, a trailblazing police officer and certified NLP Master Practitioner, to uncover the profound journey of self-discovery and purpose. Billie shares her experiences growing up in an East Indian family, where she defied cultural expectations and societal pressures to carve her unique path. From transitioning from a teaching career to policing at 29, to confronting and healing from past traumas during the pandemic, Billie’s story is a testament to resilience and transformation.
Discover how Billie embraced authenticity and broke stereotypes, highlighting the importance of self-worth and pe...
2024-06-101h 08
The Vibrant Woman ShowRedefining Motherhood: Integrating Self-Care, Mental Wellness, and Parenting with Nishma KarimEpisode #6 Join us on The Secrets of a Vibrant Woman as we dive deep into the world of motherhood, nutrition, and mental wellness with Nishma Karim, the inspiring host of Fit Inspired Mama Podcast. Nishma, a passionate advocate for mindful eating and holistic health, shares her personal journey as a mother of two and her mission to empower mothers worldwide.
In this episode, Nishma opens up about her own experiences with postpartum depression and Celiac disease, shedding light on the challenges many mothers face in prioritizing their well-being amidst the demands of motherhood. Through...
2024-05-121h 05
The Vibrant Woman ShowAlma Tarelli On Mastering Your Money Mindset: Strategies for Financial Success and Personal GrowthEpisode #5: Join Ashika and special guest Alma, a seasoned Money Mindset Coach and tax accountant, for an enlightening discussion on the transformative power of our relationship with money.
In this episode, Ashika and Alma dive deep into the intricate connections between money, mindset, and personal growth, offering invaluable insights and practical strategies for financial empowerment.
Discover how your beliefs about money shape your personal character and influence success in business and life. Alma shares her expertise on cultivating a growth-oriented mindset and the profound impact it has on achieving financial abundance and fulfillment. Learn why...
2024-04-2941 min
Timepass PodcastWhen is it Stalking?This week Ashika sits down with past guests (and gal pals) from Season 1, Kelsee & Angeline to determine when an ex-connection's behavior is considered stalking? Ashika and Angeline both share recent events that have happened in their lives that inspired this episode. Tune in for the tea and all the girl talk on stalking.
2023-08-071h 06
Nari NestEpisode 10: Empowerment - Coping and surviving the Perinatal PhaseThere is so much that comes with the decision to pursue motherhood. It doesn't just start once that little bundle is here, but starts well before, continues during, and even for years after. The weight of it all can feel overwhelming and leave you feeling inadequate. Seeking help is the solution. It does not make you a bad mom. It is normal to feel not normal! Your body and mind have gone to battle. It is okay to allow yourself to heal and seek help in the process.
Therapists like Jennifer Mendoza are specialized in Perinatal therapy...
2023-08-051h 18Nari NestEP. 9: Holism- "The Sandwich Generation" and It's Ok to Not Be Ok.What is "The Sandwich Generation?" The “sandwich generation” is the “caught in the middle” generation who have living parents and children. More specifically, the term often refers to middle-aged people who support both their parents and their children, whether financially, physically or emotionally.
This week, we chat about our specific experiences living in the sandwich generation and the emotions that come up from that. We end with some words of wisdom from Alicia Keys, and a call to step into our female power.
BBC Article on Why The Sandwich Generation is So Stressed Ou...
2023-07-0646 minTimepass PodcastRodeo AdventureAshika goes to the Folsom Pro Rodeo and not even 111 degree heat will stop her! Tune in to hear all about this popular event and how Ashika and her friends fared under the sweltering heat. Were the cowboys, country vibes and events worth it?
2023-07-0332 minTimepass PodcastWhy Am I Still Single? Unsolicited OpinionsAshika shares the many unsolicited opinions she has heard over the years as to why she is still single. The reasons she has heard vary, some are down right wrong, some are half-truths and some might have specks of truth hidden in them. Tune in this week as bestie Fabian joins in to help Ashika breakdown said reasons.
2023-03-0633 minTimepass PodcastThe Modern Arranged MarriageAshika talks about arranged marriages this week. Are arranged marriages really more successful than love marriages? Hear about recent inquiries Ashika's mom has received about her and how Ashika is handling it all. Is there any harm in an introduction and how does Ashika measure up on the South Asian desirability scale?
2023-02-0638 minTimepass PodcastBirthday Month Wrap UpAshika and Fabian are back and boy have they been busy celebrating Ashika's birthday month! From speakeasy's and country music festivals to a night in the city at one of the world's top rated bars to the freshest of oysters in Tomales Bay. Find out how your host celebrated her birthday this year!
2022-10-3140 minTimepass PodcastWhy Are So Many Men & Women Single?Ashika attempts to answer why so many intelligent, emotionally available women are single. Are they choosing to be single or do men simply lack the knowledge on how to approach them? A recent study stated that there is an increase in lonely, single men as well. What is the real issue, tune in to hear Ashika's opinion on the matter.
2022-10-1726 minTimepass PodcastApple Hill, CaliforniaAshika and Fabian kick off the fall season and Ashika's birthday month, with their annual trip to Apple Hill! Find out what Apple Hill is, why you should go and all the best places to visit should you find yourself in Northern California during the season. The stories and hilarity that comes with it, are to be expected from these two friends.
2022-10-1032 minTimepass PodcastFirst Dates & ColorismAshika recently found herself back on the Bumble dating app and subsequently on a first date. This was the last place she thought conversations about colorism would come up. Tune in to hear the story and Ashika's brief history of colorism in India, including the multi-million dollar beauty industry of bleaching and fairness creams.
2022-10-0330 minTimepass PodcastPlano, Texas RevelationsWelcome to Season 3! Ashika premieres the season off by diving into the video that went viral of four South Asian women being harassed by a Mexican-American woman in Plano, Texas. Ashika breaks down the video and dives into her feelings and revelations after watching the video and shares her own personal experience with racism.
2022-09-2633 minTimepass PodcastNursing AshikaAshika invites her Mom back on the show to talk about how she has helped nurse her back to health over the last five weeks. Find out how the mother-daughter duo reacted to sharing space together after so many years and hear the hilarious stories of mishaps and miscommunication.
2022-07-0437 minTimepass PodcastThe Joys of Being SingleThis week Ashika appreciates the joys that being single bring into her life. From celebrating her free spirit to her freedom to flirt with recent men that have entered her life rather unexpectedly. Celebrate your singledom on this week's episode and hear where and how Ashika is meeting these men!
2022-04-2525 minTimepass PodcastMom Does Mexico!Ashika and Fabian take Ashika's mom to experience Puerto Vallarta the Timepass way! Listen as the trio shares the experiences, food, people and adventures mom had on her special birthday trip to Mexico! From wheelchairs, Richard Gere look-a-likes and club hopping, this is the recap you do not want to miss!
2022-03-0745 minTimepass PodcastSlow Dating 101Ashika explains the current trend of slow dating, a trend that has gained steam during the pandemic. She shares what slow dating actually means and then dives into her most recent dating experience with a slow dater! Tune in to learn all about this new dating trend and hear how Ashika's slow dater turned out!
2022-02-0732 minTimepass PodcastAdventures in Speed DatingAshika attends a virtual speed dating event, do you ever wonder what those are really like? Is speed dating an option for you? Ashika shares her experience and also compares virtual speed dating to her experience with in-person events! This episode is everything you ever wanted to know about speed dating, ready-set-go!
2022-01-2424 minTimepass PodcastHoliday Check-InAshika shares how her holiday season is going so far and fills you in on how the Thanksgiving holiday went and all the little family traditions she has to look forward to through the rest of the season. From family drama to Santa letters, listen to how Ashika will be spending her holidays this year!
2021-11-2922 minTimepass PodcastThe Holi-Daze & DatingThe holidays, or holi-daze as Ashika calls them, have arrived! This week Ashika shares the overwhelming list of events she currently has going on and how dating has been going for her during this busy time. She shares tips for dating during this busy season and answers the question she seems to be getting asked a lot lately, is she really ready for a relationship?
2021-11-1521 minTimepass PodcastThe Collateral Damages of DivorceAn unexpected run in is a blast from the past and causes Ashika to reflect on the collateral damages from her divorce. This week Ashika details the damages done in her divorce to innocent bystanders and how she was recently able to apologize for her part in it.
2021-11-0822 minTimepass PodcastGender Roles in DatingGender roles are a BIG topic, in this episode Ashika zeroes in on gender roles in the dating world. Do women put unfair expectations on men when dating? Ashika herself is guilty of this! Listen all about what common gender roles Ashika has observed that men are expected to tackle in the courting and dating phases.
2021-10-0420 minTimepass PodcastMixed SignalsRecent relationships have brought to light that Ashika is perhaps guilty of sending mixed signals. Listen as she tries to figure out if her behavior is toxic, a defense mechanism or completely understandable. Do you send similar mixed signals in relationships? Could it be that Ashika is simply just not that into it?
2021-09-1326 minTimepass PodcastWelcome to Season Two!Welcome to Season 2 Timepassers! Ashika gives an introduction into what we can expect on this season of the Timepass Podcast. Is she still single? Will the Aftershow Crew be back? Is she still going to talk about dating and dating apps? Find out in this episode.
2021-09-0620 minTimepass PodcastTimepass Takeover: Anniversary SpecialThe OG Aftershow Crew takes over the one year anniversary episode and puts your host, Ashika, in the hot seat. She hasn't seen the questions and has no idea what is actually going on. Listen as Fabian and Teji get the real, knee jerk, responses from Ashika as they ask her some deep, tough questions about her dating life, the show, past suitors and everything in between! Don't miss this Season One finale episode!
2021-08-1659 minTimepass PodcastAddictedThis episode hits home as Ashika invites a recovered alcoholic, her father, to discuss and share what goes on inside the mind of an addict, how he conquered the disease and how he finally made it on the road of recovery. If you or someone you know struggles with addiction, do not miss this real and raw father-daugher heart to heart discussion on addiction.
2021-08-0945 minTimepass PodcastIs Authenticity Dead?Ashika shares her recent experiences that have questioned her very core belief in authenticity. Are there even authentic people out there still? Her eternal optimism is tested this week as recent events have her questioning her personally coined sign off phrase "Stay Authentic!".
2021-08-0223 minTimepass PodcastDealing with DeathA recent death in her family spurs Ashika into looking at how deaths have affected her life and how she has coped with feelings of grief. Ashika explains why she is a habitual funeral attendee and tells the emotional story of the day her nani (grandmother) died and her daughter was born.
2021-07-2631 minTimepass PodcastThe Selective SingleAshika talks about a new group of daters out there she is dubbing "The Selective Single" . She talks about why they are so selective, what makes them fit into this category of hers and discusses the dark side of this group as well. Are you a selective single? Listen and find out!
2021-07-1921 minTimepass PodcastThe Wedding PlannerAshika is joined by two Sacramento area wedding experts, Parneet with Maharaja Events and Eric with Regal Weddings. The trio discuss the year the weddings died, surviving COVID challenges and the return of the BIG, FAT Indian wedding! Learn how Ashika overcame the challenges of planning her brother's wedding in the peak of the pandemic to lead to a successful and fun event in 2021.
2021-07-1237 minTimepass PodcastThe Aftershow Crew Does MexicoAshika, and the Aftershow Crew, Tej and Fabian recap their recent vacation to Mexico. The crew shares all the hot spots to visit in Puerto Vallarta and their journey to Tequila, while spilling the tea on who did what in Mexico. From kissing contests, to a lesbian encounter and pool make out sessions, all the tea is being spilled! Don't miss this hilarious recap to find out how the Aftershow Crew does Mexico.
2021-07-051h 03Timepass PodcastRetrograde RecapAshika shares her experiences during this past retrograde. What is retrograde? Is it real? And why does retrograde season involve your computer shutting down and your exes coming back? Find out what surprises awaited Ashika this retrograde and how she dealt with them.
2021-06-2847 minTimepass PodcastOpen RelationshipsAshika brings on the OG Aftershow crew Tej and Fabian, to dish on open relationships. Listen to find out which one of the friends is actually in one and how it all works. Is it a free for all? Is there jealousy or love even? Tune in as they break down polyamorous relationships and marriages.
2021-06-2134 minTimepass PodcastAftershow: Coming OutAshika is joined by Brittania Jamay, a drag queen born in the Castro District in San Francisco. Brittania shares her coming out story as a drag queen and the two gals gab about what it takes to be a drag queen, drag queen pet peeves and the dos and don'ts of interacting with a drag queen at the club/bar. The drinks are flowing and the tea is spilling!
2021-06-1447 minTimepass PodcastComing OutIn honor of Pride Month, Ashika invites two of her gay male friends on this week's episode to share their coming out stories. They discuss the stages of confusion, realization, struggle and acceptance, or lack their of, from their friends, family and society.
2021-06-0742 minTimepass PodcastPatternsThis week Ashika stops and notices the different dating patterns some of her friends have or are starting to have. The idea to talk about patterns came to her as some of her friends were discussing Ashika's own dating pattern that she hadn't really noticed before. Can we really break our dating patterns?
2021-05-3130 minTimepass PodcastThe New "Arranged Marriage"Ashika invites her soon-to-be married older brother, Arnold, on the show to discuss how he met his fiancé. The siblings discuss the old school ways of arranged marriage versus the new more relaxed matchmaking techniques and Arnold gives an inside scoop on why he decided to turn to family for help in finding his life partner.
2021-05-2454 minTimepass PodcastDating After DivorceAshika is joined by dating and relationship coach, Varsha Mathur. Varsha has found love again and is now happily married but her and Ashika swap stories of what its like being South Asian and dating after divorce. As the conversation deepens, Varsha can't help but coach Ashika, just a little bit, as she shares her dating life woes.
2021-05-1739 minTimepass PodcastPart 2: How Do You Know When You're Over It?In Part 2, Ashika invites two friends on the show to share and discuss how to know when you truly are over it. The girl gang shares their own stories of baggage, trauma, hurts and how they've had some dating fails when they moved on too soon before they were healed.
2021-05-1045 minTimepass PodcastPart 1: How to Get Over itIn the first part of this two part series in breakups, Ashika shares her tips on how to get over it. Expect her usual uncensored, unfiltered candor as she discusses both unhealthy and healthy ways she has personally coped with heartbreak. If you are going through a breakup or have ever been in a break up you will totally relate!
2021-05-0327 minTimepass PodcastA New York MinuteAshika and Fabian share the itinerary and details of their recent trip to New York City with us! Teji blind reacts to all the stories and the friends discuss the trials and tribulations of traveling in large groups. How do you handle all the different personalities and pet peeves of people you don't know and not let it ruin your trip and experience? The stories are hilarious and real, and the reactions are priceless!
2021-04-2647 minTimepass PodcastLet's Go Catfishing!Ashika is joined by fellow podcaster and guest, Mani Macias, of the Cereal Connection and Beats, Sports & Life. The first heterosexual male makes his debut on the Timepass Podcast and discusses the art of catfishing and swaps stories with Ashika on actually being catfished! Don't miss the hilariousness this week!
2021-04-1931 minTimepass PodcastAftershow: Consistency is KeyThe Aftershow crew gets together to dissect last week's episode on consistency. The three friends talk about what makes people inconsistent, from dating app culture, to past trauma and baggage and secret lives. Listen to hear Ashika, Fabian and Teji get real on consistency.
2021-04-1246 minTimepass PodcastConsistency is KeyIs consistency really the key to making our relationships work? Especially when you first meet, consistent communication can make or break a romantic relationship, but why can't the two sexes get their act together? Listen as Ashika shares some inconsistencies in her relationships and how she is tackling them.
2021-04-0529 minTimepass PodcastIt's Not a Color Run, It's Holi!Ashika talks about the Indian festival of Holi. She gives a brief overview of the celebrations, traditions and rituals behind the colorful spring holiday. Then discusses her feelings of uncertainty, disappointment and offense at the appropriation of the festival being reduced to color runs and half-hearted attempts at "Festivals of Color".
2021-03-2924 minTimepass PodcastThe Pursuit of HappinessThe road to happiness is not easy. There will be disappointments, criticism and guilt, along with extreme highs, bouts of satisfaction and lows. Ashika shares how she navigates life and deals with the emotions and guilt, as she embraces her true north and pursues her road to happiness.
2021-03-2224 minTimepass PodcastTRIGGEREDTriggers, we all have them and we never really know when one will hit us. This week Ashika was hit hard with a trigger. Listen to find out how she handled it and how she made it through to the other side.
2021-03-1539 minTimepass PodcastShooting Your Shot...on Clubhouse?Over 10 million users are on the new social networking app Clubhouse. People are learning, networking and also looking for love on the app! Listen as Ashika explains the ins and outs of the new social media app craze and how people are finding love on Clubhouse.
2021-03-0130 minTimepass PodcastThe COVID Wedding GuestAre COVID Weddings really safe? Listen as Ashika shares her first hand experience with her first big, fat, Indian, COVID wedding! Was it safe or was it a super spreader event? Hear all the details straight from her.
2021-02-2233 minTimepass PodcastThe Love JourneyJust in time for Valentine's Day Ashika talks about the love journey. Founder of Single to Shaadi, Radha Patel, joins her to share her thoughts and discuss how professional services like Matchmaking, can fit into one's love journey.
2021-02-1539 minTimepass PodcastAftershow: Dating, Single Mom EditionThe band is back together! The Aftershow crew is back to dissect Ashika's Single "Mom/Dad" dating episode. Listen on to hear Ashika and her friends share their own experiences with dating single parents and dive in further into the personality dynamics at play.
2021-02-0140 minTimepass PodcastDating: Single Mom EditionBeing single and dating in today's hook up culture climate is hard enough, add on being a single mom/dad and dating takes on a whole other level. Choices, behaviors and boundaries can be quite different for a dating single parent than a dating single person. Listen as Ashika talks about how single moms (and dads) approach dating and the different boundaries and behaviors she has in place as a single mom who dates.
2021-01-2521 minTimepass PodcastClosureHow do you find closure when a relationship ends? Ashika reviews her baby steps to closure that she has used to move forward and clear the slate as we enter the new year. Not every failed connection gets wrapped up with the closure bow when it ends, when it doesn't, what can you do get that closure for yourself, because we all deserve it.
2021-01-1832 minTimepass PodcastDating Apps to Ditch in 2021Take charge of your dating life in 2021. If you are serious about starting a LTR or finding your other half, Ashika shares which apps you should really stop using in 2021. Plus, she gives her full review of the newest South Asian Dating App Mirchi. Find out how she is taking control of her dating app profile in 2021.
2021-01-1123 minTimepass PodcastA Year in ReviewHappy New Year! As we move into 2021 and set our intentions and goals for the new year we must not forget the life lessons the difficult year that 2020 was taught us. Listen as Ashika shares her top five life lessons from 2020 and discusses what to let go of and hold on to moving forward into the new year.
2021-01-0424 minTimepass PodcastMother Knows BestAshika finally makes good on her promise to the listeners and has her mom guest on this week's show! Listen to her mom's opinion on the podcast, her favorite episodes, least favorite things about the show and if she thinks Ashika will ever marry again after starting the show. You know what they say, mother knows best!
2020-12-2823 minTimepass PodcastChristmas In LockdownAll I want for Christmas is for COVID to go away. As almost all of California is in another mandatory "lockdown", with shelter in place orders for the foreseeable future, how is everyone celebrating the holidays? With small businesses closing, people being isolated and the season of gatherings galore upon us...what IS safe? Listen to hear the challenges of a COVID Christmas in lockdown and how Ashika, being as social as she is, is interpreting the current guidelines and stay at home order.
2020-12-2126 minTimepass PodcastThe D WordWill all the divorcees in the room please stand up? Ashika finally dives into her divorce and the impact it had on her South Asian family values, extended family and herself. Is standing up for yourself and your personal happiness really worth all the hassle? Heck, yes!
2020-12-1429 minTimepass PodcastFriends, How Many of Us Have Them?Friendships and love relationships are more similar in nature than we realize. Ashika brings in two familiar voices to guest with her on this episode where parallels are drawn between love relationships and friendships. We get ghosted, ignored and go through cycles of toxicity with friends too. Listen to the episode to hear how to handle a failed friend connection.
2020-12-0745 minTimepass PodcastThe Perfect First Date?Does the perfect first date really exist? And if so, is a first date really the hinge upon which the entire connection rests? Listen as Ashika describes two of her own "great" first dates and how those connections panned out. Do we put too much stock in the idea of the perfect first date?
2020-11-3034 minTimepass PodcastGive ThanksAshika takes a break from the drama of single life and talks about self love and care during the holiday season. How do you overcome childhood traumas and deep rooted beliefs about your own accomplishments and success? Join the challenge and find a few minutes for yourself to help recognize your own accomplishments and boost your feelings of self worth.
2020-11-2027 minTimepass PodcastThe Aftershow The Age IssueThe Aftershow crew is back to discuss the age issue. Listen as Ashika and her friends dive deeper into the dynamics of age differences and South Asian and Latino cultures. What are the challenges that are faced in relationships where age plays a big role and how do they overcome them. Does love really conquer all?
2020-11-1632 minTimepass PodcastThe Age IssueIs age really an issue? Sure it's always been normal for a man to be older than the woman he is with, but what about when the shoe is on the other foot? Have high profile South Asian celebrities like Priyanka Chopra Jonas and Neha Kakkar changed societal views on women being older? Ashika dives into this topic and talks about the challenges she sees herself having if any of her younger suitors ever become "the one".
2020-11-0925 minTimepass PodcastIs Facebook the New Dating App?Is there something that Ashika is missing here? Has the once popular social media app, Facebook, become the new place to find singles? Ashika started noticing this trend on New Years Eve of 2019 and it seems to have continued. Listen as she also talks about a recent Facebook harasser she crossed paths with and what it took to finally get rid of him!
2020-11-0232 minTimepass PodcastThe Dating Horror StoryIn honor of Halloween, Ashika shares her best (or worst) dating horror story. Sometimes, appearances are not at all, what they seem. It's about to get pretty scary. TRIGGER WARNING: This episode discusses themes of suicide, self harm and cutting.
2020-10-2632 minTimepass PodcastThe Birthday CurseOctober is a month full of hayrides, Halloween and libra birthdays! As much as Ashika loves to celebrate life's successes and failures, her birthday is one occasion that she has never been able to fully enjoy. Starting with her very first birthday, Ashika explains why her special day is truthfully cursed and how she's coped with it for years! Listen on and judge for yourself, is her birthday a curse or is all the bad luck a coincidence?
2020-10-1929 minTimepass PodcastAstrology, Psychics & Tarot, Oh My!Ashika gets in the spirit of the bewitching October season with an episode dedicated to all things mystical she believes in. Listen on as the self proclaimed "astrology-nerd" discusses star signs, encounters with psychics including her own personal readings, and tarot card misconceptions. Don't be scared!
2020-10-0530 minTimepass PodcastThe Current SituationThe current dating situation Ashika finds herself in appears to be too much for her to handle alone. She interrupts her regularly scheduled episodes to give the listener a real inside look at the the "Hot Mess Express" of a situation she is in, where her vulnerability is showing, tempers are flaring and tears are being shed.
2020-09-2242 minTimepass PodcastThose Who WanderSometimes you need to get lost, in order to be found. Ashika shares her tips for solo-traveling and being comfortable in your own skin. She shares what prompted her to start doing things alone and the benefits she reaped from it. Listen on for travel tips to use both when traveling alone or with friends.
2020-09-2026 minTimepass PodcastThe Aftershow: The Toxic Dating CycleIt's time for another Aftershow! Ashika brings on another guest, her gal pal Kelsee, to dissect the Toxic Dating Cycle. The girls go into more personal details about toxic behaviors in the dating world and Kelsee even shares how she has been toxic in the past. Listen for the hilarious commentary and personal horror stories ...toxic dating 101.
2020-09-1437 minTimepass PodcastA Little Background, About the Host - BONUS Episode!It's time we got to know each other a little better...don't you think? A brief introduction into your host Ashika. Her background and the promised explanation about her name... Ashika or Sharlene? Plus, learn what her most challenging thing is about growing up as an Indo-Fijian South Asian in America.
2020-09-0722 minTimepass PodcastThe Do's & Don'ts of Picking UpWhen is the last time you tried to pick someone up in person? In this episode Ashika covers the do's and don'ts of hitting on someone of the opposite sex. Personal pick up fails are shared and will have you laughing at her (rather bad) luck along with learning her helpful tips to try the next time you run into someone attractive in person!
2020-09-0729 minTimepass PodcastThe Toxic Dating CycleAshika talks about today's "toxic dating cycle" filled with short attention spans and the games singles play. Ghosting, mutual ignoring and the "I can watch your story but not text you" game. She discusses the single girl defenses she has learned to put up to help her detach and let the wrong ones go in peace.
2020-08-3128 minTimepass PodcastDangerous DatingDangerous Dating. Just. Don't. Do. It. Be smart, go to public places, share your location, these helpful hints and more were covered in Episode 1. However, those tips were learned the hard way. Listen to hear how Ashika handled not 1, not 2 but 4 dates that wound up a little more dangerous than she expected. Sure they make for good stories now, but don't make these mistakes when planning your next date! Warning: NSFW: Adult Language.
2020-08-2432 minTimepass PodcastThe Aftershow: Dating Apps & App DatingJoin Ashika and two guests as they rehash Episode 1 and share more details and insider stories filled with laughter and tips on Dating Apps and App Dating! Warning: NSFW, Adult Language
2020-08-1744 minTimepass PodcastDating Apps and App DatingAshika dives into the world of online dating apps. She shares her experience with dating apps, including an uncensored personal rating. Plus, she talks about her fool proof first date set up to get you prepared for the face-to-face meeting including tips on what to do and, more importantly, what not to do. Warning: NSFW Adult Language.
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