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Through Her Lens w/ Neeta BWho Is Neeta B? | S11E1: Bridging the Story from Motherhood to MediaWho is Neeta B—really?
Before the comeback, before the brand deals, before the community…There was LaWann. There was More Than a Mother. There was a woman rediscovering her voice while raising a family, building a career, and navigating identity in real time.
This Season 11 premiere of Through Her Lens w/ Neeta B is the bridge between where I started and who I’ve become.
From launching a motherhood podcast as a teen mom turned motivator…
To experimenting with lifestyle content under WannMo’s World…
To creating Shannell4Life—a fan-first page...
2025-08-2110 min
The Brave Table with Dr. Neeta Bhushan314: How to Rebuild Your Life Through Discomfort & Embrace Change with Dr. Neeta BhushanHey loves, did you know your brain is wired for discomfort? Yeah, it’s true. And guess what? That discomfort is actually your superpower. Today, I’m getting real about how we rebuild our lives during challenging times—whether you're dealing with a breakup, a major career shift, or just trying to reinvent yourself. Trust me, I’ve been through it all, from leaving my first marriage to leaving a lucrative career as a cosmetic dentist. It’s all about embracing discomfort and owning your life again. So if you’re ready to stop running from discomfort and start thriving in...
2025-03-2618 minThe Brave Table with Dr. Neeta Bhushan308: Feeling Stuck? Here’s How to Break Free & Embrace Growth with Dr. Neeta BhushanAll right, loves, welcome back to The Brave Table! It’s March, the month of new beginnings, rebirth, and, let’s be real—shaking things the hell up. Today, I’m asking you a question that might just crack open a part of you that’s been waiting to be set free: What’s alive for you? And what’s burning for you?We are diving deep into the art of release—letting go of the outdated, overworked, hustle-obsessed version of ourselves and stepping into something softer, more intuitive, more… feminine. Yep, we’re flipping the script...
2025-03-0512 minThe Brave Table with Dr. Neeta Bhushan306: From Fake Friends to Soulful Connections: How to Spot & Build Real Relationships with Dr. Neeta BhushanHey Brave Table fam! 💕 It’s your girl, Dr. Neeta, coming in hot with an episode that’ll have you side-eyeing your friendships and asking, "Is this real or just a vibe-for-hire?" 🙅♀️This week, I’m breaking down why so many of us are stuck in surface-level connections, how to spot the energy vampires from the soul fam, and why building real relationships requires more heart and less hustle. And yeah, I’m spilling the tea on why moving to Dubai opened my eyes to how America gets connection all wrong. ☕️✨Let’s get into it, lo...
2025-02-2621 minThe Brave Table with Dr. Neeta Bhushan304: The Secret Hack to Overcoming Mom Burnout & Nervous System Overload with Dr. Neeta BhushanAlright, Brave Table fam—let’s talk BURNOUT. Not just “I need a nap” tired, but the kind of exhaustion that makes you question every life decision, especially if you're a mama juggling it all. If you’ve been feeling drained, overwhelmed, and running on fumes, I SEE YOU. I’ve been there. From uprooting my entire family across the world to hitting the deepest level of fatigue post-book launch, I had to find a way to recharge my nervous system—without another meditation or journaling exercise. And guess what? I did. Today, I’m sharing the underrated, ancient, and completely l...
2025-02-1924 minThe Brave Table with Dr. Neeta Bhushan302: Should Friendships Be Easy? The Truth About Real Connection with Dr. Neeta BhushanHey, Brave Table fam! 💥 Buckle up because today, we’re diving deep into friendships, relationships, and the big question: Should friendships be easy? We’ve all heard it—if it’s not effortless, maybe it’s not meant to be, right? WRONG. In a time where we’re more “connected” than ever yet lonelier than before, we need to redefine what real friendships look like and question whether we’re truly investing in our people. I’m sharing the science of lifelong friendships, the reality of evolving relationships, and why deep, messy, and even conflicted friendships are the ones that stand the test of...
2025-02-1224 minThe Brave Table with Dr. Neeta Bhushan300: The Shocking Truth About Moving Abroad: What I Wish I Knew with Dr. Neeta BhushanAlright, fam, buckle up because today, I’m dishing ALL the tea on what nobody tells you about moving abroad. Yep, I uprooted my cozy life in Austin, Texas, and moved the entire fam-bam halfway across the world to Dubai. And let me tell you—it has been a rollercoaster. The good, the challenging, the straight-up shocking—I’m laying it all out for you in this solo Soulcast. From the unexpected joys (hello, next-level safety and international community vibes) to the straight-up struggles (mamas, jet-lagged toddlers starting school two days post-move—what was I thinking?!), this episode is for anyone...
2025-02-0522 minThe Brave Table with Dr. Neeta Bhushan298: How to Trust Your Intuition: Manifest Your Dream Life with Dr. Neeta BhushanHey, Brave Table fam! 🌟 Buckle up, because today we’re diving deep into one of my favorite topics: intuition. That inner knowing that whispers, screams, and sometimes throws bricks at us to get our attention. Have you ever ignored a nudge from the universe only to find yourself knee-deep in regret? Or maybe you listened, and your life transformed in ways you couldn’t imagine.
In this episode, I share raw, personal stories—about everything from leaving toxic relationships to trusting those “breadcrumbs” of opportunity that led me across countries and into new chapters of abundance...
2025-01-2930 min
Good Revenue News69 | 🔥 The Dark Side of AI: Are We Sacrificing Humanity for Efficiency? 😱 with Joyce Chung (Aerial) & Host Neeta BidwaiIn this episode of Good Revenue, host Neeta Bidwai and returning guest Joyce Chung have a thought-provoking discussion about the implications of AI, covering economics, ethics, and future trends. The conversation covers:• Generative AI’s economic impact on global growth• Ethical concerns, including data privacy and the need for federal privacy statutes and independent audits• AI’s impact on consulting firms and skepticism around optimistic projections• Real-world applications and limitations of AI tools• AI’s potential to reshape the job market, emphasizing the need for up-skilling and re-skilling
2025-01-2138 minThe Brave Table with Dr. Neeta Bhushan294: Braving New Beginnings: Why We Moved to Dubai & Embracing Change in 2025 with Dr. Neeta BhushanIn this sizzling, heartfelt, and deeply inspiring episode, I’m pulling back the curtain on the biggest leap of my life—my family and I have moved to Dubai! Yes, it’s bold. Yes, it’s terrifying. And yes, it’s every ounce worth it. I’m sharing all the juicy details: why we made the move, the incredible lessons in being a beginner, and why the bravest thing you can do is say “yes” to the unknown. From affirmations to fuel your year to navigating the power of visioning your wildest dreams, this is your go-to episode for shaking up your...
2025-01-1538 minThe Brave Table with Dr. Neeta Bhushan290: Embrace Your Boldest Year Yet: Lessons From Around the World with Dr Neeta BhushanHey, Brave Table fam! Happy New Year and welcome to our first episode of 2025! 🎉 I’m kicking off the year by sharing life-changing lessons from an unforgettable journey—taking my family (two kids, two couples, and a whole lot of luggage) across India, Dubai, and beyond. This isn't just a travelogue; it's a masterclass on rediscovering joy, building deep connections, and making life sacred, playful, and reflective.
Whether you’re chasing big dreams or recalibrating after 2024, I’ve got 8 actionable tips to help you step into the most brave, potent version of yourself this year. Grab...
2025-01-0131 minThe Brave Table with Dr. Neeta Bhushan288: Loneliness During the Holidays: How to Heal, Reflect, and Embrace Yourself with Dr. Neeta BhushanHello, Brave Table Fam!
Welcome to this soul-nourishing, heart-opening episode of The Brave Table! I’m Dr. Neeta, your guide to living boldly, authentically, and oh-so-bravely in every area of life. This episode lands on Christmas, a time that can feel magical for some but deeply lonely for others. Today, we’re tackling the heavy feels that emerge during the holidays—loneliness, anxiety, and those gut-wrenching winter blues.
I get it—holidays aren’t always glitter and joy. Sometimes, they’re reminders of grief, loss, or the changes we’ve had to navigate this...
2024-12-2531 minThe Brave Table with Dr. Neeta Bhushan282:How to reparent yourself to show up better in relationships & heal your inner child with Dr. Neeta BhushanHey, Brave Table fam! 💕 Are you ready to unpack the emotional luggage you’ve been hauling around all year? In this episode, I’m diving into something so many of us struggle with: healing the inner child within us. Whether it’s the little girl or boy who felt unseen, unheard, or just plain overwhelmed, we’re talking about how to reparent, nurture, and love that part of yourself so you can step into your next evolution.
The holidays have this magical (and let’s be real, sometimes triggering) way of bringing up all the feels. Fr...
2024-12-0421 minThe Brave Table with Dr. Neeta Bhushan280: Overcoming Social Anxiety: How to Be Brave and Build Genuine Connections with Dr. Neeta BhushanHey Brave Table fam! It’s solo-cast time, and we’re diving deep into a topic many of you have asked about—social anxiety. You know, that awkward, sweaty-palms feeling before a networking event, family gathering, or holiday party? Yeah, we’re tackling that head-on.
In this episode, I’m sharing actionable tips to crush social anxiety and turn every interaction into a meaningful connection. From gamifying your conversations to mastering the art of mingling, this episode will empower you to show up fully as your authentic self. Plus, I spill the tea on my own awk...
2024-11-2724 minThe Brave Table with Dr. Neeta Bhushan278: Why We Fear Rest: Unpacking the Guilt Behind Taking a Break with Dr. Neeta BhushanHey Brave Table fam! Today, we’re diving into a topic so many of us wrestle with — rest! Why is it that we feel guilty when we take time for ourselves? Why does resting sometimes make us feel lazy or unproductive? Growing up in a household where rest was synonymous with "not enough," I get it. In this episode, I share my personal journey with redefining rest, unpacking those old narratives, and learning to truly savor the slow. I also reflect on insights from Dr. Avanti Singh, who reminds us of the dangers of constantly "pushing" — especially around the holida...
2024-11-2020 minThe Brave Table with Dr. Neeta Bhushan276: Finding Calm Amidst the Chaos with Dr Neeta BhushanHello, Brave Table fam! Today, we're diving headfirst into the beautiful, wild, and sometimes downright chaotic world of motherhood. Imagine this: a morning filled with meltdowns, picky eaters, and somehow, no time for coffee! Sounds familiar? In this episode, I’m breaking down powerful techniques for creating a sanctuary of calm amidst all the crazy. This isn't just about managing; it's about reclaiming your inner peace. I share my top ways to re-center, from heart-centered grounding techniques to the science of "forest bathing" and therapeutic castor oil rituals. Get ready to take your self-care to the next level. Whether yo...
2024-11-1328 minThe Brave Table with Dr. Neeta Bhushan274: How to NOT lose yourself but FIND yourself in motherhood with Neeta BhushanHey, Brave Table fam! ✨ As we wind down the year, this episode is all about honoring you—your mental and emotional health, especially as we move into the hustle and bustle of the holiday season. We’re talking about those shadows and insecurities that creep up, the feeling of FOMO, and the struggle to say “no” to all the invites when your soul just needs rest.
Today, I’m diving into some juicy, easy-to-do strategies that will help you reconnect with your nervous system and slow down to the speed of life. Whether it’s hugging it o...
2024-11-0623 minThe Brave Table with Dr. Neeta Bhushan272: The Toxic Positivity Trap: How ‘Good Vibes Only’ Can Harm Your Mental Health with Dr. Neeta BhushanHey loves, welcome back to The Brave Table! Today, we’re dismantling a major myth in the world of personal growth – the ‘good vibes only’ mentality. While it’s great to stay positive, I’m here to remind you that we need to feel ALL of our emotions to truly grow. In this episode, we’re diving deep into the concept of emotional contrast. Yes, you can feel sadness, rage, grief, AND joy at the same time – and that’s beautiful! I’ll also be sharing how to navigate the darker emotions that most of us tend to avoid, why they are just as...
2024-10-3023 minThe Brave Table with Dr. Neeta Bhushan270: How do you handle your frustrations in parenthood? Navigating all the feels with Dr. Neeta BhushanHey there, Brave Table fam! In this episode, we’re diving deep into the heart of parenting—where the chaos, meltdowns, and magical mess of emotions reside. Join me as we explore the ups and downs of being a parent, especially when the going gets tough, and our kiddos test every bit of patience we have! Today, I’m sharing real and transformative tools to help you stay grounded and create emotional safety—for you and your kids. Discover how to break old parenting patterns, allow kids their full expression, and practice new ways of handling those “big emotions” that show up...
2024-10-2337 minThe Brave Table with Dr. Neeta Bhushan268: Braving Health in a Busy World with Dr. Neeta BhushanHey, Brave Table fam! 💥 It’s Dr. Neeta here, and I’m SO excited for today’s episode. We’re diving deep into one of my absolute favorite topics—health. Yes, this episode is all about braving your health and taking a stand for YOU! From Ayurvedic detoxes, full-body scans, and Epsom salt baths to the importance of nervous system regulation and creating time for YOU—this episode is all about reclaiming your health in the most nurturing way.
I get real about my personal journey—how I’m cocooning a little more, stepping into self-care afte...
2024-10-1628 minThe Brave Table with Dr. Neeta Bhushan262: The Real Reason You're Drawn to Drama and Busyness with Dr. Neeta BhushanHey, Brave Table fam!
In this deeply reflective and raw episode, I dive into the messy, beautiful, and often chaotic process of healing generational patterns and breaking free from the addiction to busyness and drama. We talk about the moments when we realize that we’ve been carrying the weight of old narratives, the times we’ve attracted relationships that mirror our chaos, and how to rewrite those stories. I share my personal journey of revisiting my family home in Chicago, confronting old patterns, and balancing motherhood, entrepreneurship, and caretaking for aging elders. This episode is all abou...
2024-09-2528 min
Good Revenue News45 | Bypass Lead Gen: How to Design Go-to-Market for Customers (Deep Dive | Part 2)Host Neeta Bidwai concludes a 2-part episode explaining why traditional lead generation models are failing, and what to do about it. You can find the full episode, along with all the slides, on our Youtube channel.Part 2: Building off the data and market dynamics discussed in last week's episode, host Neeta Bidwai discusses the challenges faced by organizations in reaching and influencing customers and emphasizes the need to design a system tailored to their specific customer base. Neeta advocates for designing a custom go-to-market system tailored to an organization’s customer base, price point, and mission. Th...
2024-08-0626 minThe Brave Table with Dr. Neeta Bhushan217: Your Guide to Mastering the Beginner’s MindsetThis week on The Brave Table Podcast, pull up a chair and join Dr. Neeta as she unpacks the idea of embracing change by developing a beginner's mindset. Can we overcome perfectionism, and gain new perspectives by unlearning what we think we know and taking a new approach to life with curiosity and openness? In this episode, Neeta reminds us to courageously step out of our comfort zones, and be brave enough to suck at something new, through a journey of self-discovery and personal growth.
Thanks for listening, and I hope you loved this episode! If you...
2024-04-1721 minThe Brave Table with Dr. Neeta Bhushan211: How to Manage your Emotional Stress & Signs of Burnout as a Mother with Neeta Bhushan4 ways of managing your emotional stress & signs of burnout as a mother with Neeta Bhushan
Join Dr. Neeta as she explores the emotional journey of motherhood, providing compassionate guidance and strategies to help mothers manage stress and nurture their well-being. Drawing from her own life experience as a mother of 2, a wife, and a busy life as a multi-passionate entrepreneur, Dr. Neeta brings burnout to the Brave Table, empowering listeners to prioritize self-care, find strength in community support, and embrace the joys and complexities of parenthood. Join her as she shares her wisdom and encouragement, uplifting m...
2024-03-2725 minThe Brave Table with Dr. Neeta Bhushan209: 3 Secrets to HEALTHY FIGHTS Every Couple Should Master with Dr. Neeta Bhushan 3 things I learned during a fight (with my partner) & how to repair effectively
Who’s the one that gets triggered?
A relationship that never fights is one
Ever fought with a loved one and you just wanted them to read your mind?
Or are you the stubborn, resistant one who gives the silent treatment?
In this episode we are diving into conflict resolution with your partner
I’m going to share 3 tips today that will effectively help you
Fight with love
Know your figh...
2024-03-2031 minThe Brave Table with Dr. Neeta Bhushan207: How to Reframe & Begin Healing Your Parental Relationships? Listen To This To Learn How with Neeta BhushanHow to Reframe & Begin Healing Your Parental Relationships? Listen To This To Learn How with Neeta Bhushan
Hey Brave Table Fam! Join us in this space where we can all be a little more brave. We are braving family dynamics today. Do you have a parent figure, elder, that just triggers you? Maybe you’ve had rough patches with them over the years- if this is you- you are in for a treat! We explore how to hold safe boundaries, with love and empathy, and I talk about my recent trip with my Bhua (bonus mama) and how...
2024-03-1334 minThe Brave Table with Dr. Neeta Bhushan205: The Five Signs You Are Due For A Career Change with Dr. Neeta BhushanHey Brave Table Fam! Ever wonder how to know when it's time to change career paths? In this episode, I explore the signs that may indicate it's time to shift gears. We’re talking about five key indicators: a constant curiosity for learning new things, dedicating more time to personal projects, feeling a lack of excitement in current work, experiencing dread or mental health impact associated with work, and prioritizing passion projects over daily responsibilities. Does this sound like you? Join us in this space where we can all be a little more brave.
Wh...
2024-03-0634 minThe Brave Table with Dr. Neeta Bhushan185: Give Yourself The Gift of Rest and Renewal with Dr. Neeta185: Give Yourself The Gift of Rest and Renewal with Dr. Neeta Quote: "In this moment, I am a version of myself that I was once seeking. I am content with who I am and what I have." - Dr. Neeta Summary: Hello, Brave Table fam! Dr. Neeta here, your host, welcoming you to another episode. Today, we dive into the magic of self-renewal and the importance of self-care during the winter months. Starting with a powerful affirmation, we explore the significance of embracing our current selves. As we navigate th...
2023-12-1320 minThe Brave Table with Dr. Neeta Bhushan181: Protecting Your Energy & Reading Energy In Others with Dr. Neeta BhushanEp. 181: Protecting your energy, & reading energy in others w/ Dr. Neeta Bhushan Quote: “I know for a lot of mamas, we want to do all of the things for our kiddos. We want to have and do all the best celebrations for them. And honestly, it's kind of at the expense of ourselves." Summary: Hey, loves! In today’s episode of the Brave Table, we talk about protecting one's energy, especially during the festive season. As mothers, we often find ourselves over-committed and overwhelmed with holiday preparations. Listen in as I spill the...
2023-11-2916 minThe Brave Table with Dr. Neeta Bhushan179: How To Prioritize Yourself As An Empath & People Pleaser with Dr. Neeta Bhushan179: How to prioritize yourself as an empath & people pleaser w/ Dr. Neeta Bhushan Quote: “I know my purpose is far greater. I am more than my career and what I do for work. I am expanding myself." Summary: Hey, loves! As the holiday season comes rolling in, we come face to face with challenges experienced by empaths and people-pleasers in prioritizing themselves, especially during these busy times. We often forget to prioritize our own needs, desires, and self-care, which is vital in contributing to personal growth and pos...
2023-11-2215 minThe Brave Table with Dr. Neeta Bhushan163: How to Begin Reparenting Yourself, Understanding Your Inner Child with Dr. Neeta Bhushan163: How to Begin Reparenting Yourself, Understanding Your Inner Child with Dr. Neeta Bhushan Quote: “How can you connect back with your inner child, what he or she or they are longing to experience from you. What have you been resisting in yourself?” – Dr. Neeta Bhushan Summary: Hey there, love! In this solocast, I’m sharing my own story–one filled with early loss and responsibility. I believe many of you can relate to this, especially if you've had to be courageous and grow up quickly. Early responsibility can wreak havoc on the developmen...
2023-09-2716 minThe Brave Table with Dr. Neeta Bhushan161: Braving It All: How to Process Grief & Loss with Dr. Neeta Bhushan161: Braving It All: How to Process Grief & Loss with Dr. Neeta Bhushan Alternate Title: Navigating Grief and Loss & Embracing Emotions and Healing Quote: “It's okay to sit in the suck. It's okay to sit in the discomfort of those emotions. And, it's okay even if you're at the stage and you wanna numb it, you wanna distract, you wanna avoid, you wanna bury.” – Dr. Neeta Bhushan Summary: Hey there, Brave Table family! In this episode, we're diving deep into a topic that's close to my hear...
2023-09-2012 min
The Brave Table with Dr. Neeta Bhushan159: 8 Signs You're in an Emotionally Unavailable Relationship with Dr. Neeta Bhushan“Many times we will attract partners who are usually the opposite, usually because there is that polarity and that polarity breeds juicy attraction.” – Dr. Neeta Bhushan In this episode of The Brave Table, I’m going to take you through the unmistakable markers that indicate an emotionally unfulfilling relationship. I’ve been there. I’ve done that. And, I want to make sure that you have the knowledge you need to make changes too! We’re not going to bypass uncomfortable truths, though. We’ll explore the intriguing question of why we find ourselves drawn t...
2023-09-1326 min
The Brave Table with Dr. Neeta Bhushan151: How to Know If You're in a Codependent or Toxic Relationship with Dr. Neeta Bhushan“Nobody else can fill an insecure gap of yours. If you've got some insecurities and you're waiting for somebody else to fill that hole, sorry, that's not gonna happen.” – Dr. Neeta Bhushan I’ve gotten a lot of questions in my IG DMs about this hot topic! So, I wanted to show it some reverence and share my thoughts with you here on The Brave Table. In this episode, I talk about… Projecting past baggage onto current relationships. Recognizing your "dirty work" and committing to repair. Working on your insecurit...
2023-08-1629 min
The Brave Table with Dr. Neeta Bhushan149: Emotional Hygiene: How to Repair & Be with Your Emotions When They Get Out of Control with Dr. Neeta Bhushan“Our emotional hygiene is then our responsibility. It's us taking personal responsibility for the spaces we enter.” – Dr. Neeta Bhushan This episode was so much fun to record! Who’d have thought that there would be parallels between my past and present career choices? I wouldn’t have! Not in a million years… In this episode, I talk about… Reparenting yourself and embracing emotions as valuable signals. Regulating emotional expression, curbing emotional dumping and releasing challenging emotions in safe and supportive environments. Identifying coping mechanisms based on past experiences and implementing actio...
2023-08-0921 min
The Brave Table with Dr. Neeta Bhushan147: How to Know If You Are Being Gaslit or Gaslighting Others with Dr. Neeta BhushanThere are different parts of ourselves that come up to the surface…that come up, that show up when we are being attacked or when we feel like we need to protect. And, it's only because there are certain parts of ourselves that's triggered. – Dr. Neeta Bhushan Hey there, Brave Table fam! In today's episode, we're diving deep into a topic that's crucial to our relational success. We'll be exploring the concept of gaslighting - what it is, how to spot it in ourselves and those around us, and how it can affect our relationships. I'll...
2023-08-0221 min
The Brave Table with Dr. Neeta Bhushan145: How to Embrace & Accept All Parts of Yourself with Dr. Neeta BhushanWhen we are doing healing work, when we are doing shadow work, what comes up are still the triggers, the parts of yourself that may be showing that we're not fully healed as of yet. - Dr. Neeta Bhushan Hey there, Brave Table fam! Now that I’ve integrated the experience, I'm sharing about my recent adventures…and the incredible insights gained. A month spent in six countries working and playing gifted with me so much, I know you'll find value in it too! In this episode, I talk about… Gaining a...
2023-07-2526 min
The Brave Table with Dr. Neeta Bhushan142: How to Begin Your Healing Journey with Dr. Neeta Bhushan"We're so afraid of pain that we do everything in our world to suppress it." - Dr. Neeta Bhushan Today, love, I’m inviting you to reconnect with joyful childhood activities and experience the flow state that's been waiting for you. In this episode, I talk about…. Taking small, consistent steps to fully own the process of self-discovery that is the healing journey. Finding purpose and passion by using painful lived experiences as medicine. Embracing the feeling of being in the present moment regardless of the circumstances. T...
2023-07-1217 min
The Brave Table with Dr. Neeta Bhushan140: How to Celebrate Yourself & Receive Without Guilt with Dr. Neeta Bhushan"I think that for a lot of us, it's hard to receive because we're always the ones giving." - Dr. Neeta Bhushan Hey there, Brave Table Family! It’s my birthday week and I couldn’t think of a better way to start the celebrations! In this episode, I talk about…. The personal growth in learning to fully receive compliments and gestures of kindness. The cultural aspect of receiving and the challenges it poses for different generations. The importance of creating a culture of celebration and appreciation for others.
2023-07-0520 min
The Brave Table with Dr. Neeta Bhushan138: How to Fully Feel Your Emotions & Regulate Your Nervous System with Dr. Neeta Bhushan"What we were denied in our childhood, which then got denied or suppressed in our teenage years because either we were told we were misunderstood or we were told we were too much or too loud or that we were unruly or reckless, it just drove more of those behaviors." - Dr. Neeta Bhushan Are you ready to delve further into your emotional resilience? I’m so excited to be your guide on this journey! In this episode, I talk about…. The impact of childhood experiences on our emotion...
2023-06-2821 min
The Brave Table with Dr. Neeta Bhushan136: How to Heal and Connect with your Inner Child with Dr. Neeta BhushanHey, loves! Did you miss me? I missed you! So, I’m back with another solo episode. "What else are we denying in ourselves to actually feel? Where else are we denying our capacity to feel when we are denying our emotions? Where are you denying yourself the ability to express?" -Dr. Neeta Bhushan In this solo episode, I speak candidly about... The significance of connecting with our inner child and inner teenager. The impact of suppressing emotions and the importance of allowing ourselves to feel. The role of c...
2023-06-2130 minThe Brave Table with Dr. Neeta Bhushan132: Embracing the Magic of Renewal and Reconnection: Nurturing Your Inner Child with Dr. Neeta Bhushan"We forget that the original core was us two. We forget that. And, now we pour everything into our littles….We also wanted to know what could it look like in juicy year number seven. What do we both need individually as, as you know, our inner kids?" Hey there, loves! In this transformative episode, I want to share a glimpse of the incredible journey Ajit and I recently embarked upon in the vibrant city of Cartagena, Colombia. Join me as we dive into the deep waters of self-discovery, friendship, and co-creation. Together, we explore wha...
2023-05-2921 minThe Brave Table with Dr. Neeta Bhushan119: How to Have Courageous Conversations and Heal from Resentment with Dr. Neeta BhushanHey loves! Today’s episode is being brought to you directly by yours truly! "There’s resentment when we aren’t aligned with our truth – we feel suffocated or suppressed when we can’t speak our truth. This is your opportunity to clear that. Where in your life has resentment held you back? Where are you going today with that? What is it that you need to reconcile with yourself?" In today’s episode, I talk about: Speaking your truth even when it’s scary Having your cour...
2023-03-2918 minThe Brave Table with Dr. Neeta Bhushan113: Overcoming Obstacles & Defeats, and Allowing Yourself to Take a Break with Dr. Neeta BhushanHey loves! Today I have a special guest: me! 😁 "They're just trying to fit in. They're just trying to belong. That is the mission. That's the mission of this book. How do we actually build resiliency in a way where there's also deep compassion, reverence, and love for the journey that we are on?" In today’s episode, we talk about: Embracing joy in the chaos and finding magic in the mess Navigating hard-hitting setbacks even when so many things went right Giving yoursel...
2023-03-1315 min
The Brave Table with Dr. Neeta Bhushan113: Overcoming Obstacles & Defeats, and Allowing Yourself to Take a Break with Dr. Neeta BhushanHey loves! Today I have a special guest: me! 😁 "They're just trying to fit in. They're just trying to belong. That is the mission. That's the mission of this book. How do we actually build resiliency in a way where there's also deep compassion, reverence, and love for the journey that we are on?" In today’s episode, we talk about: Embracing joy in the chaos and finding magic in the mess Navigating hard-hitting setbacks even when so many things went right Giving yoursel...
2023-03-0815 minThe Brave Table with Dr. Neeta Bhushan105: Overcoming Adversity: Lessons on Navigating Life’s Suckiest Moments with Dr. Neeta BhushanHey loves! In today’s episode, I’m flying solo. Let’s dive in! "Our brain has a built-in system that wants us to live by our values, and all we have to do is ask it to kick in. So yes, what you focus on expands big time." In today’s solo-cast, join me as I rip open the curtain and give you a behind-the-scenes look at the hectic life of an author doing her pre-launch book tour. From 117+ podcasts and media appearances, including live television, to bouncing around the whole coun...
2023-01-2528 minThe Brave Table with Dr. Neeta Bhushan40. Being Brave in Putting Yourself out There, Even When Facing Rejection with Dr. Neeta BhushanHey fam, welcome back to The Brave Table. I shared with you all that I’m writing a new book, and it’s my first one with a publisher! I’m SO excited for you all to read it. We’re on the road to its release now, but I’m gonna get real brave and tell you that there were bumps along the way. In particular - rejection. Yup, a topic no one wants to discuss, and definitely one of the suckiest things to feel. But you know what? Nothing great happens without it. If you’re ne...
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Ramavatar (The Sampurna Ramayana)Ramavatar Part 2 - Vishwamitra's Yagya & Tadka, Marich, Subahu - Storytelling by Neeta ReshamiyaAll copyrights reserved with #Neeta Reshamiya SWA 18440
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Bitch, Why?RuPaul's Drag Race: RuPaul, Sashay AwayThis week, we bring Cameron on to explain RuPaul’s Drag Race to Neeta, who has never seen a single episode (sorry I’m a bad queer y’all!). Cameron recaps the origins of the show, from the first few seasons on to how we got to the Drag Race empire we have now. Neeta and Cameron discuss the commodification of Drag, the tropes of Reality TV when coinciding with the tropes of queer representation in media, what happens when counter culture becomes pop culture, and what we lose when it does. Diversions this week include being in our stoner...
2021-08-2056 minBitch, Why?WandaVision: Let Women Be Evil In our final episode with Alyssa, we talk all things WandaVision (cue literally any of the seven WandaVision theme songs)! Neeta was forced to watch all of WandaVision in one nine hour sitting by Alyssa, something they will not let Alyssa forget. We discuss whether or not the WandaVision sitcoms are actually good as sitcoms, the problem with fan theories, and how the show uses sitcom tropes to comment on ideals of “The American Dream”. Neeta wishes we could let Marvel heroes be villains who are afforded more complexity, considering how well the show covers addiction and grief. Katelyn is b...
2021-08-131h 01Bitch, Why?Jennifer’s Body: Should We Kiss?We covered Jennifer’s Body this week to celebrate a whole year of ‘Bitch, Why?’! We start out listing all the amazing songs that have come out recently and have a moment solely dedicated to discussing Princess Diana. Neeta and Gaia get into everything Jennifer’s Body from Megan Fox’s career to unrealistic dialogue to gay awakenings (ladies really be KISSING in this movie) to how girls struggle with having a personal relationship with sex! We absolutely gush over this movie and how it is so rich with metaphor that it is just asking to be overanalyzed. We debate whe...
2021-07-241h 01Bitch, Why?In The Heights: Get Me Away From Realism This week we covered the new film adaptation of Lin Manuel Miranda’s superior musical In The Heights. Gaia gives us some sweet Sour Patch Kids bag opening ASMR, Neeta cries about community and being from an immigrant family, and we are almost forced to give Lin Manuel Miranda his flowers for this one. Gaia also outs themselves as someone who still doesn’t know NYC geography even though they’ve lived in New York for three years. We talk about theater elitism, Shakespeare comparisons, Bollywood musicals, and, of course, we get into the colorism controversy.Be sure t...
2021-07-1158 minBitch, Why?Luca: Run Away With Me (On A Vespa)Happy Pride Month yet again bitches! This week, we covered Luca, quite literally the gayest movie Pixar has ever made! Gaia’s voice was mostly gone and our internet was barely working but we still got this episode out especially for you! We kick off the episode with the revelation that Gaia doesn’t know who Joshua Basset is despite being obsessed with Miss Rodrigo’s album, Sour. We discuss the incredibly apparent queer themes in Luca and ultimately decide to run away together on a Vespa (which is obviously the best way to celebrate this month). Neeta breaks the ne...
2021-06-261h 00Bitch, Why?Cruella: Capitalism Meets CampHappy Pride Month bitches, we covered Cruella this week! Gaia and Neeta get right to talking about how conflicting it was to like this movie and whether or not Disney is able to accurately portray queer stories, given their long history of queer coding villains. We discuss what makes this movie good but not great, and the impact of girlboss-ifying female Disney characters. Gaia accuses Neeta of being a bottom, Neeta references way too many video essays, and Cameron has a surprise cameo this week on ‘Bitch, Why?’.Be sure to leave us a review and email us a...
2021-06-2458 minBitch, Why?Pirates of the Caribbean Part 1: Am I Hungover or Am I Still Drunk?This week we have very special guest and pirate nerd, Sarah Louise, who will cover all the Pirates movies with us over the course of this series! Drunk, high, and stone cold sober, we analyze the first Pirates movie, Curse of the Black Pearl, it’s development history, and it’s position as one of the only successful Disney attraction-to-movie adaptations! Neeta and Sarah discuss what it was like being an emo kid in the early 2010’s, Gaia analyzes the anti-colonialist messaging in the Pirates franchise, and everyone has an absolute blast this week, on ‘Bitch, Why?’.Be sure to...
2021-06-1158 minBitch, Why?Sour: Everyone Can Be a Teenage GirlBitch, Why? is back with Season 2 baby and we are kicking off this new start with Olivia Rodrigo’s debut album, Sour! I mean, how could we not cover this? We have been talking about Miss Olivia for MONTHS now. We discuss which songs are our favorite, how women are treated in the music industry, and what this album means for future gen z artists! Neeta explains why we shouldn’t be comparing Olivia Rodrigo to Taylor Swift...while also comparing Olivia Rodrigo to Taylor Swift, Gaia gets nostalgic about being a teenager (which almost never happens) and Harris’s Hot...
2021-06-041h 01Bitch, Why?Genderbent Twilight: Everything's Better With WomenThis week, we covered Life and Death: Twilight Reimagined by Stephenie Meyer in the SAME ROOM. We know we said we were done with Twilight but we just could not resist talking about it again for our first in-person episode! We have way too much fun terrorizing Cameron with the gender bent Twilight character names and Gaia admits they are now a full blown Twilight Stan. Somehow the misogyny of the original books does a complete 180 in this version and becomes possibly the most feminist thing Stephenie Meyer has ever written. We have a special guest for Harris’s Ho...
2021-04-1659 minBitch, Why?Midnight Sun: White Men Go To Therapy Challenge This week, we wrapped up our deep dive into the Twilight Saga with Stephenie Meyer’s latest addition into the canon, ‘Midnight Sun’! We kick off the episode with Neeta’s very valid crush on Seth Rogen, Gaia’s latest farm endeavor, and some book recommendations! Gaia and Neeta discuss what it felt like to sit inside Edward’s mind for over 600 pages and how Edward’s thoughts about Bella reveal a lot about how Meyer views relationships and womanhood. We do a side-by side-comparison with Bella’s perspective and interrogate why this book makes Bella feel like a Manic Pixie Drea...
2021-04-091h 03Bitch, Why?Twilight Part 2: Team Bella Becoming a VampireThis week, we FINALLY return to our Twilight series, covering the second two installments of the Twilight Saga, Eclipse and Breaking Dawn! We, of course, cover Jasper being a Confederate soldier, the birth scene, and how Edward was able to impregnate Bella (there’s venom in vampire semen. YIKES). Gaia has a lot of feelings about chickens and what it actually means to fall in love with someone and build a life with them. Most of this episode is spent with Gaia grappling over the actual meaning of love and how it is portrayed in the media, so hold on...
2021-03-261h 12Bitch, Why?The Lightning Thief: Percy Jackson Doesn’t Hate UsThis week, we covered the first Percy Jackson & The Olympians book, The Lightning Thief, written by Rick Riordan! We start the episode talking about the Meghan and Harry interview with Oprah and Gaia gives us more Pirates of the Caribbean content! Neeta and Gaia use this episode as an excuse to talk about how much they love each other and how refreshing it is to revisit a favorite childhood series that doesn’t alienate queer people and people of color! Gaia talks about having had a profound desire to be Percy Jackson and how this series may have kickstarted th...
2021-03-121h 00Bitch, Why?Twilight Part 1: One Man's Trash is Another Man's GlitterThis week, we covered the first two installments of the Twilight Saga, Twilight and New Moon! We start the episode discussing misconceptions about how acting works and why Kristen Stewart and Robert Pattinson were unfairly maligned for their performances in these movies. Gaia talks about the *cinematography* in the first Twilight movie and questions why American movies only signal foreign-ness with British accents. Neeta goes full fangirl in this episode, reveals maybe too much information about their middle school experience, and gets excited talking about literally everything. We discuss How Twilight is a symptom of the problem of toxic...
2021-02-1258 minBitch, Why?Hunger Games: When Revolutions Become Un-Revolutionary This week, we covered The Hunger Games franchise, Suzanne Collins’ YA Dystopian Masterpiece! We start the episode talking about tarot cards, maligned women, and how history should not be perceived in a binary. We get into how the Hunger Games movies are a direct contradiction to themes of the books in their execution and how they “sex up” the revolution in a way that obfuscates the original intent of Madame Collins. We cover the impact of Katniss as a heroine and why we still look to The Youths to Save Us All. We investigate why most women’s happy endings...
2021-02-0552 minBitch, Why?The Prom: The Homophobia is Coming from Inside the House This week, we covered The Prom, a musical-to-movie adaptation directed by Ryan Murphy. We get into how this movie fails at adapting from the source material, why it doesn’t qualify as “camp”, and whether or not straight people can play gay roles. We, of course, discuss the controversial James Corden performance, Neeta talks about how to handle POC coming out narratives, and Gaia discusses the importance of actually giving homophobia its weight and the very real struggles of teen activism. We also somehow get on the topic of queer teen style and conclude that Harper from Wizards of Waverl...
2021-01-221h 00Bitch, Why?Wonder Woman 1984: Coup d'é-CheetahThis week, we covered Wonder Woman 1984 and if Queen’s Gambit represented how we felt going into the first week of the new year, Wonder Woman 1984 definitely represents how this year is currently going. We get into the implications of the Steve Trevor body swap, how this movie fails because of its emphasis on spectacle over substance, and why the fad of setting movies and tv shows in the 80’s might be slowly going away. Gaia gets the Kristens mixed up, Neeta references the ‘Imagine’ Video way too many times, and we somehow still end up relating the world-ending events i...
2021-01-151h 00Bitch, Why?Queen’s Gambit: Chess Has Always Been SexyFor our first episode of the new year, we covered Netflix’s overnight success, Queen’s Gambit! We start the episode by talking about Gaia’s next farm adventure and Neeta pulls a tarot card for 2021! We get into discussion of the show by talking about how it became successful so fast, how starved we were for good media, and how good art is often not made individually. Neeta talks about how painfully white the show is and has a lot of feelings about Jolene. Gaia reflects on the barriers to entry in the chess world and the constructs of eti...
2021-01-011h 05Bitch, Why?Halloween: Bury Your Banh MiThis week, we covered Halloween, from our Horror Franchise Showdown in October, with Harris of Harris’ Hot Takes! We start the episode talking about ski lift accidents and bleak video games and then open up a discussion about Halloween (1978) and Halloween (2018) and whether or not Michael Meyers being virtually unkillable is successful or a part of the franchise that is no longer satisfying. We also discuss the way slasher movies have changed since the first Halloween to the most recent one and talk about Carol Clover’s essay on The Final Girl. We mourn our favorite bisexual couple, Vicky and...
2020-12-251h 14Bitch, Why?Happiest Season: Lesbian ‘Get Out’ Y’all asked for it so here it is! This week we covered the Hulu produced Christmas rom-com, Happiest Season starring Kristen Stewart and Mackenzie Davis, directed by Cleo DuVall! We start the episode talking about gnomes, stripper poles, bleeping out the term “white men'' and the [REDACTEDS] in our lives we can’t name on the podcast! Write in and tell us what we should cover to kick off the New Year! We talk about the toxicity of the relationship in the movie, how hot Kristen Stewart is, and the wasted potential of the "first queer Christmas movie" becaus...
2020-12-121h 19Bitch, Why?IT Part 2 with Adelynn: Everyone Talks About the Child Orgy But No One Talks About the Sociopath HandjobsThis week, we’re finally back with special guest and resident twink, Adelynn Anderson to finish off our series on IT! Gaia is home from the farm and we have finished reading the monster of a book that is the IT Novel just in time to recap the entire thing for Adelynn. We start off the episode talking about collaboration as the only way to make good art and asking why Sofia Coppola doesn’t include women of color in her movies. We jump into the book by discussing why Stephen King feels compelled to write about hate crimes and...
2020-12-051h 12Bitch, Why?BONUS: Short Films with Daniel - “Merry Christmas, Here’s a Gender Crisis”This week, Gaia left the farm, so while they get settled in at home, Neeta interviews Playwright and friend of the pod, Daniel Holzman, about the short films they have been working on all semester! They talk about how they met at school and what they’re snacking on, going off on tangents about their feelings on Christmas music, why moms love princess Diana and resolve to start watching The Crown together. Daniel and Neeta discuss the difference between directing for theater and film, their feelings about catharsis in creation, how art-making has changed remotely and so much more, th...
2020-11-2955 minBitch, Why?BONUS: Twinkology with Adelynn - The Gang Rants About Repressed Gay BitchesThis week, Gaia was super busy on the farm so Neeta and Adelynn used this bonus episode as an opportunity to ask Adelynn some questions! We start this episode off talking about Wendy Williams’ performance on The Masked Singer and then ask Adelynn questions submitted by our listeners. We discuss why theater is the medium Adelynn loves the most and why she decided to pursue theater direction. We then get into a larger conversation about queerbait and representation in movies. We talk about why Adelynn sees herself in movies where Fnn Wlfh*rd plays a twink and Adelynn and Ne...
2020-11-1654 minBitch, Why?Stranger Things Part 2 with Adelynn: The Stranger Things ProblemThis week, we’re back with guest and resident twink, Adelynn Anderson to talk about seasons 2 and 3 of Stranger Things! We finally address the long awaited, highly anticipated “Stranger Things Problem”! Gaia starts the episode talking about repressing memories from their senior year of high school, there’s more lamenting over queer-bait, and Neeta and Gaia literally fall in love with Adelynn as she rants about the character assassination of Will Byers during “Bitch Time”. There is a fight about whether or not Dacre Montgomery (Billy) is hot and Neeta gets a little too candid about their sex life. We talk abou...
2020-10-301h 20Bitch, Why?Horror Movies with Harris: Just the TipThis week, we talk about horror movies with Harris of our Harris’s Hot Takes segment! Neeta and Harris talk about what got them into horror, why they keep going back and the horror movie tropes they like and dislike! Harris unpacks some ~family trauma~ and he and Neeta talk about their hopes for horror theory (and honestly all) academia and how it can shift to include marginalized people. Get ready for visceral Blockbuster flashbacks, very sad musings about aliens and a LOT of horror movie recommendations just in time for Halloween, this week on ‘Bitch, Why?’.Be sur...
2020-10-0953 minBitch, Why?High School Musical: It's Kenny Ortega's World, We’re Just Living In ItThis week, we cover the High School Musical trilogy! Neeta and Gaia get into their High School Musical related trauma and the gay awakenings that transpired from the ‘iconique’ “I Don’t Dance” sequence from High School Musical 2. We get into who the real villain of the series is and the way High School Musical 2, specifically, deals with class in a really smart way! We get into Sharpay Apologist Hours until we realize that rooting for Sharpay is kind of theater elitist? We sing Kenny Ortega’s praises for most of this episode, but honestly he deserves it! We have so much...
2020-09-251h 04Bitch, Why?BONUS: The Lion King (2019) - "It's Lion Hamlet But It's Also Not"Following our episode on Mulan (2020) we felt that now was the perfect time to release the first episode we ever recorded that just so happens to be on another Disney Remake, Lion King (2019). This episode is different from the norm, but that’s on growth and figuring out a structure! You’ll hear the origins of Gaia’s Three Prongs of Representation and so many other concepts that pop up in later episodes (we name drop JOANNE and Gaia’s issues with the concept of ‘celebrity’). You’ll finally get to hear our long awaited conversation around African-ness and African Americ...
2020-09-1956 minBitch, Why?Boycott Mulan (2020): Say "Chi" One More Time! This week, we cover Mulan (2020) following its release on Disney Plus. We get into all the controversy surrounding the film and our critical feelings about it! Take a shot every time Neeta mentions diaspora! Take a shot every time Gaia makes a "Reflection" reference! No one knows why we started doing British accents randomly but by the end of the episode, our brains were so fried that it just kind of came out. We yell about the concept of Disney Remakes as a whole, unpack our gender crises, realize we may have to release the infamous Lion King episode...
2020-09-121h 07Bitch, Why?Black Panther: Chadwick ForeverThis week, we cover Black Panther in light of Chadwick Boseman’s sudden passing. We honor him and talk about the impact of his performances, specifically his performance as Black Panther and what it means to see a Black superhero save the world. Despite the heartbreak, we get up to some lighthearted shenanigans as we sidebar into why Adam Driver is so sexy and the fact that FinnPoe deserved better. We discuss the ways Black Panther had the most nuance and depth we have ever seen in a Marvel movie and maybe that has something to do with the st...
2020-09-051h 12Bitch, Why?Into the Spider-Verse Part 1: Spider-Man Into the Spider-VerseThis week, we cover one of our favorite movies, Spiderman: Into the Spider-Verse, as a lovely little palate cleanser before we get into our three-part series on Twilight. We gush over everything from the stylization to the animation to the SOUNDTRACK. We attempt to unpack the significance of Spiderman’s relationship to the cops in this film in contrast to his relationship to the cops in other versions (*gasp* is there Copaganda in this movie??). Neeta gets into the role of animation in film and Gaia perfectly articulates the love we have for Miles’ story and the way it's told...
2020-08-281h 04Bitch, Why?BONUS: Taylor Swift - "folklore is gay because i say it is."During research for our previous episode (The Taylor Swift Incident), Neeta had so many emotions dealing with Post Taylor Swift Stress Disorder (PTSSD) and decided to interview friend and Taylor Swift fan, Kenzie. They talk about how they each got into Taylor Swift, the previously alluded to Kanye drama, the evolution of Miss Swift’s career and how it has all led up to her most recent album, ‘folklore’. They discuss the ways celebrities craft personal relationships with their fans as they recall the infamous tumblr era and Swift's Track 5’s (why did Taylor Swift have a tumblr?? that was so W...
2020-08-251h 01Bitch, Why?Taylor Swift: Look What You Made Us Do This week we talk about Taylor Swift and her recent album, "Folklore", with a special guest: our editor, Cameron! We realize that we probably should never do an episode on a person ever again because it feels weird to give human beings a Bitch Meter score? We discover that all three of us have some Post Taylor Swift Stress Disorder (PTSSD, if you will) and reckon with how it feels to listen to her music as people who aren't in her targeted demographic. We discuss Taylor's activism, rank her albums, and Gaia has a breakdown over the concept of "...
2020-08-231h 14Bitch, Why?BONUS: No Thoughts, Head Empty (Conversations with Katherine) - "Look at My Wand Collection!"In our new bonus series, ‘No Thoughts, Head Empty’ we interview our friend, Katherine about Harry Potter, cosplay, conventions, and our WAND COLLECTIONS. Supplement the intellectual thoughts from our ‘Bitch, Why?’ episodes with some Real Smooth Brain Hours! Get ready for some absolute foolery as Katherine and Neeta somehow end up on the incredibly niche topics of ‘Thingamavlogs’ discourse and the absolute cringe that was our childhood obsession with the Noble Collection website.Be sure to leave us a review and email us at b.tchwhy@gmail.com if you have a topic you want us to cover (or ju...
2020-08-1456 minBitch, Why?What's Up Bitches?!Welcome to Bitch, Why? where we bitch about books, movies, plays and all other kinds of art made by humans, for the rest of the bitches out there! Hosts, Gaia Malin and Neeta Thadani, give you an itty bitty sneak preview of what will be covered on their brand new podcast, gushing about their twooo wuv for each other and taking the validation train straight into grand central!Be sure to leave us a review and email us at b.tchwhy@gmail.com if you have a topic you want us to cover (or just to say...
2020-07-2407 minBitch, Why?Hamilton: The Obama of Musicals This week, Gaia and Neeta cover Hamilton in light of its recent release on Disney Plus. We talk about Lin Manuel Miranda’s treatment of Puerto Rico, how Hamilton was a product of its time, and whether or not immigrants have to get the job done (can’t we just like…live?). We discuss the extremely controversial LIN LIP BITING MEME and bully him for it (just a tad). Daniel Radcliffe’s little Daniel Radcliffe makes a special guest appearance and we attempt to cultivate a Nuanced Relationship with the media we consume: Is it possible?! Find out this week on...
2020-07-241h 47Bitch, Why?Harry Potter Part 1: Fantastic TERF Wars and Where to Find ThemIn the first of this three part series on the Harry Potter franchise, we take a deep dive into the backwards car wreck that is JK Rowling’s career, starting with a deconstruction of Joanne and the Extremely Transphobic Essay and the two 'Fantastic Beasts' movies. We denounce Aurors AKA Wizard Cops (AWCAB) and Neeta repeatedly mispronounces Crimes of Grindelwald. Prepare yourself for plots so bad even money can’t make them make sense, a sincere Lack of Breath Support, and so much more, this week on 'Bitch, Why?'Be sure to leave us a review and...
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