The Brown Girl Podcast

In this episode, Julie and Sonya Patel, host of Your Big Sis! Podcast dive into all things friendships and maintaining adult friendships. We discuss the following: Friendship Breakups and our personal stories, what led to the breakups, how they unfolded, and how we feel about them now. Outgrowing Friendships: What are the signs that a friendship is no longer serving you? Pet Peeves in Friendships Maintaining Adult Friendships: How do we nurture genuine bonds amidst life’s responsibilities? What

In this episode, Julie and sustainability expert Shila Wattamar dive into practical steps for living sustainably and discussing how our daily choices—from fashion to food—impact the planet. Topics explored: Introduction – Meet sustainability Shila and learn what inspired her sustainability journey. Why Sustainability Matters– Simplifying sustainability and why it's critical today. How our daily Habits and the Planet – Surprising ways everyday actions, like shopping and energy use, affect the env

In this solo episode, we dive into: The podcast's return after a long break Julie's reflections on being recently engaged The importance of embracing your single years Differences between dating in your 20s vs. 30s Perspectives on biological clocks and fertility testing Dating non-negotiables and Pre Nuptial Agreements Balancing privacy and authenticity on social media while navigating relationships Tune in for this discussion on love, life, and personal growth. Sponsor Spotlight This episode is

In episode 54, Julie speaks with Arshiya Kherani. Arshiya is a Leadership Coach who partners with rising leaders with hyphenated backgrounds through her program, Niyah Coaching. She is a storyteller & entrepreneur at heart, and is a Co-Founder at Potluck Stories, an LA-based community organization that hosts monthly interactive storytelling events that amplifies underrepresented voices. Tune in to hear Arshiya walk us through the various twists and turns she's encountered in her 20s and continue

In episode 53, Julie speaks with Jenova Damian Pryor on her Blindian relationship journey. Jenova, an Malayalee Indian American, and her husband, Denzel Pryor, became an internet sensation after their wedding video — showcasing Denzel reciting parts of his vows in Malayalam — went viral in 2022. We discuss Jenova's upbringing and cultural community How she met her husband What it was like telling her parents and family Challenges and triumphs of navigating a Blindian relationship Thank you to sp

In Episode 52, Julie chats with Sonya Patel, host of Your Big Sis podcast. We discuss all things dating faux pas and talk through various submissions from listeners of things that are immediate turn offs! We discuss vaping, confidence, table manners, bragging, infidelity, and more. Thank you to SPONSOR: Pajama Sutra , a South Asian owned loungewear brand on a mission to inspire women to lounge like a goddess. PajamaSutra offers an exquisite range of loungewear that includes robes, kaftans, rompe