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The PhulkaariE9: Justice for Ronan Kanda: Knife Crime, Grief, and Accountability 3 years onSend us a textIn this powerful special episode of The Phulkaari Podcast, we sit down with Pooja and Nikita Kanda—mother and sister of Ronan Kanda—to talk about the devastating loss of their only son and brother, murdered in 2022 by two Sikh Punjabi boys. Since then, they have led the #JusticeForRonanKanda campaign, calling for awareness, accountability, and change which lead to the introduction of Ronan's Law.This episode explores the deep and urgent issue of knife crime within South Asian communities. We reflect on a recent incident in Smethwick, where Sikh youth in full...2025-06-1356 min
South CentralSouth Central 20 | Kunal Kamra Row, Justice Varma Issue, Kiran Bedi TapesIn Episode 20 of South Central, hosts Dhanya Rajendran, Pooja Prasanna, and Leena Reghunath discuss the absurdity of targeting Kunal Kamra, why the contempt of court law needs to go, and what the Kiran Bedi tapes reveal, alongside Alok Prasanna Kumar, Co-Founder and Lead, Vidhi Karnataka, and independent journalist Nikita Saxena.All this and more—tune in!Write to us on what you would like to speak about to southcentral@thenewsminute.comTell us what you think about our podcast and give us your feedback by filling th...2025-03-281h 11
Let's Pour and PonderEp 6 New Year, New Me? Nah. 2025 is for Realistic Goals & a Practical, Sustainable approach to being your best selfEpisode Summary:
Cheers to the New Year 2025! 🥂 In this refreshing New Year Special episode Nikita and Pooja discuss fresh starts, goals, and the pressure of New Year’s resolutions. They reflect on how 2024 flew by (to some!), share their thoughts on setting achievable goals versus lofty resolutions, and explore the idea of new beginnings anytime — not just at the start of the year.
From discussing personal anecdotes of career changes and fitness goals to funny takes on the “New Year, New Me” mindset, this episode has just the right dose of inspiration as well as...2025-01-0923 min
Let's Pour and PonderEp 5 Christmas Special Wrapping Up 2024 with Games, Gifts, and GratitudeEpisode Summary
In this cosy and festive episode of Let's Pour and Ponder, your favourite duo, Pooja and Nikita, bring you their usual gleeful chat session that’s sure to brighten your holiday spirit! From unwrapping thoughtful gifts to engaging in hilarious games, they take you a lighthearted journey through the joys of the holiday season. With mulled wine and mugs of hot chocolate in hand, they think about 2024 in reflection and also express gratitude for all the things that did go right! Finally, Pooja and Nikita even put their wits to the test in a few ro...2024-12-1846 min
Let's Pour and PonderEp 4 Social Media's Perfect Illusion: The World of Influencers, Creators, and GurusEpisode Summary
In this episode of Let’s Pour & Ponder, Pooja and Nikita dive into the world of social media influencers, gurus, and online coaching trends. They explore how the internet has made “everyone an expert” and question what qualifies someone to guide others, while unpacking how marketing has become the ultimate superpower—enabling people to sell anything, even chapati-making courses!
The duo reflects on the rise of niche courses, from parenting to crafting, and share frustrations with repetitive trends like makeup transition reels. With a touch of 2000s Bollywood nostalgia (cue Asoka...2024-11-2829 min
Let's Pour and PonderEp 3.2 Desi Girls Decode 'Nobody Wants This' - Part 2: Healthy Communication, Real Love Lessons, the Ick, and more.Episode Summary:
Nikita & Pooja decode Nobody Wants This, the latest Netflix rom-com, where Kristen Bell and Adam Brody bring to life an effortlessly endearing and mature relationship through their characters Joanne and Noah.
In Part 2, they share their personal ‘cringe’ moments, and reflections on what it means to have a healthy, realistic relationship. From over-the-top texts to finding a balance between admiration and realism, Nikita & Pooja chat about what makes this show so captivating to women. They also discuss the healthy communication and vulnerability that Joanne and Noah embody, which many fans—them included—can’t get enough...2024-11-1439 min
Let's Pour and PonderEp 3.1 Desi Girls Decode 'Nobody Wants This' - Part 1: Relationship Goals, Family Drama, and moreHold onto your chai lattes because this week's episode is a wild ride through the viral Netflix show "Nobody Wants This"! Get ready for some serious talk about sister drama, hot rabbi romance, and a nuanced analysis into the pressures of cultural expectations - all with a healthy dose of laughter and a sprinkle of "ewww".
Also, this is only part 1 of this episode. Stay tuned for Part 2 because this conversation is just getting started! Consider this your SPOILER ALERT before you read further or listen to this episode.
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Let's Pour and PonderEp 2 Diwali Vibes & Life in UK: Celebrating Festivals & Embracing Life in a New CountryIn this Diwali special episode of Let’s Pour & Ponder, Pooja and Nikita dive into how they celebrate Diwali abroad and their experiences of adjusting to life in the UK after moving from India. From the complete newness of it all to the gradual process of finding comfort and calling the UK their home, they share the ups and downs, with a bit of humour and honest reflections on life abroad. They also touch on how migration has affected their health, routines, and lifestyle, and even explore what they like and don't like about living in the UK as In...2024-10-2449 min
Let's Pour and PonderEp 1 Friendships in our 30s: How they Break us and Heal us, Resolving Conflicts, and Prioritising Mental HealthIn this episode of Let’s Pour & Ponder, hosts Pooja and Nikita open up about the realities of managing friendships in your 30s, especially when faced with toxic dynamics. They discuss the emotional strain of being there for others, recognising when relationships become unhealthy, and how important it is to prioritise your mental well-being. This episode also honours World Mental Health Day, shedding light on the need for seeking professional help and breaking the stigma around mental health, especially in South Asian cultures.
Summary
Navigating friendships in your 30s can be complicated, es...2024-10-1045 min
Let's Pour and PonderBonus Episode: How We Met, Became Besties, and Created Let’s Pour & Ponder! 🎙️💫Welcome to Let’s Pour & Ponder, where we (Nikita and Pooja) dive into all things real, raw, and relatable! Before we officially launch our first episode on 10/10, we wanted to introduce ourselves in a special way.
In this bonus episode, you’ll get to know us—how we met, became long-distance best friends, and why we decided to start this podcast together. From our first conversation to navigating life as women, moms, and friends in different parts of the world, we’re sharing the story behind our friendship and how Let’s Pour & Ponder came to be...2024-09-0928 min
Let's Pour and PonderLet's Pour & Ponder TrailerWelcome to ☕️Let's Pour & Ponder! 🍸
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License code: VNHZYER0AF3LWRUE2024-07-3101 min
POD for Writers by Writer Pooja DubeyRendezvous with a Fiction Author: Nikita TakBorn on 25th January, Nikita Tak is a prolific Indian author and poet. She writes romance, science fiction, motivational and inspiring stories, Acrostic rhymes poetry, etc. She can be reached at www.taknikita.com or you can reach her through mail at nikk1025writer@gmail.com. You can also follow her on Clubhouse @nikitatakauthor and Instagram @nikitatakauthorpoetofficial.
Follow her club "Author Nikita Tak Club" to know about her books, upcoming literary works, and the books she reads.2021-06-2321 min
ClassCast PodcastEp.036 -- Allies for Black VoicesEp.036 features the founders of Allies for Black Voices: Pooja Tanjore, Roma Sharma, Grace Crangle, & Nikita Sajai. Allies for Black Voices is a project founded and operated by four brilliant young women in Loudoun County, Virginia. After the murder of George Floyd and the outbreak of Black Lives Matter protests across, Pooja, Roma, Grace, and Nikita felt compelled to act. They realized that social media posts aren't real action, and they understood that, because of the COVID-19 pandemic, many people were unable to participate in protests or engage in robust discussions about systemic racism and reform. They po...2020-08-011h 47
Savor The Immersive Full Audiobook Experience!Silence by Nikita SinghPlease visithttps://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/1/audiobook/835885to listen full audiobooks.
Title: Silence
Author: Nikita Singh
Narrator: Sukrit Sharma, Pooja Punjabi
Format: Unabridged Audiobook
Length: 0 hours 41 minutes
Release date: June 30, 2019
Genres: Short Stories
Publisher's Summary:
They both used to be closest to each other at one point of time in life. All he wanted was her but life never gave them a chance and they both went on separate paths. Now at his Daadi's funeral, they both meet again and reconnect.. but this time with their Silence...2019-06-3041 minListen to Top Full Audiobooks in Literature, Short StoriesSilence by Nikita SinghPlease visithttps://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/1/audiobook/835885to listen full audiobooks.
Title: Silence
Author: Nikita Singh
Narrator: Sukrit Sharma, Pooja Punjabi
Format: Unabridged Audiobook
Length: 0 hours 41 minutes
Release date: June 30, 2019
Genres: Short Stories
Publisher's Summary:
They both used to be closest to each other at one point of time in life. All he wanted was her but life never gave them a chance and they both went on separate paths. Now at his Daadi's funeral, they both meet again and reconnect.. but this time with their Silence...2019-06-3041 min