Jilted Indian Pod

Where are all the south Asians in science fiction or dystopian narratives? Join the Jilted Indians as they discuss the speculative fiction writing of Vandana Singh, in her short stories collection, "Ambiguity Machines". This is our Black Panther. Tune in to see (hear)why. Show Notes can be found here: https://jiltedindianpod.com/2018/08/06/s2-be9-vandana-singhs-ambiguity-machines/ Connect with us @JiltedIndianPod on Twitter and Instagram or on Facebook: www.facebook.com/JiltedIndianPod/ Don't forget to like and subscribe to us on your pod-catcher of choice (we are now on Google Music). Follow Us on Twitter: @JiltedIndianPod Anju: @FountofSarcasm Miranda: @MirandaGeorge Puja: @Meanrice

Hey there, podcast listeners! It's Miranda. We have a special episode for you here. I had the opportunity to interview phenomenal human being and actress, Jolly Abraham. Jolly has worked with several household names in theater, television, and film. You will not want to miss what she has to say about representation on stage and in Hollywood, as well as the stories she has to tell about working with Mira Nair! Show notes may be found here: https://wordpress.com/post/jiltedindianpod.com/1948

We understand the news can be downright depressing these days, so join the Jilted Indians for some levity on our Desi News episode! We think you'll enjoy our recurring themes...

Hey there listeners, it has been a while! Join the Jilted Indians with our recap of the Indian Superbowl! What is the Indian Superbowl? Why it's the Scripps National Spelling Bee of course!

Puja and Anju finally sat Miranda down to watch Monsoon Wedding. With Puja's fully stocked snack bar and plenty of drinks (of course), we laughed, cried, sighed, shook our fists and cheered to this film. Afterward we gathered around the AT2020's to fangirl over Mira Nair and our experiences of watching her films over the years, her accolades, and her almost involvement in the Harry Potter universe!! Pop some popcorn, pour some drinks and join us!

In part two of #AnsariNotSorry, the Jilted Indians discuss the journalism, and the response of brown women in media to the Aziz debacle (us included!). Since our record, even more response articles came out, including two amazing Huff Post articles by Nadya Agrawal and Brittany Wong. Where do we go from here when it comes to the spectrum of consent?

We had to call a therapist for this one. The Jilted Indians met up with LMFT Shameela Keshavjee to discuss the necessity of expanding the conversation surrounding consent and sexual misconduct. The Babe.net Aziz Ansari story that broke out after the Golden Globes has spurred dozens and dozens of response articles and dialogue in media. This is part 1, where we discuss the state of feminism in media leading up to this very moment in #metoo and #TimesUp. We discuss what happened between Grace and Aziz and our thoughts on the responses to her story. We poured drinks, did some deep breathing over lavender essential oils to quell our rage and at one point Miranda had to lie down on the floor to breathe slowly (you would have too if you were her). RAINN.org National Sexual Assault Hotline: 800-656-4673 (HOPE)

One year and 29 episodes later, here we are. Last weekend was the 1 year anniversary of the largest demonstration in US history, the Women's March. We decided to share with you are few moments we have been keeping in our back pockets. Featured audio clips come from the Women's Convention (Kirsten Gillibrand, Maxine Waters), The Black Women's March, and The March Against White Supremacy. Toward the end is a recording of Puja's thoughts from the day before the Women's March last year as well as a quote from Auntie Maxine to set the tone for 2018.

The cinematography was gorgeous, the men were...good looking? What? After a google search of Padmavati, we learned some troubling news stories about this movie release concerning protests, theaters set on fire, and death threats issued to the lead actress and director. We guessed this concerned misogynistic white sari fantasies and ties to Hindu Nationalism. Turns out, we were right. Show Notes: jiltedindianpod.com/category/podcast/season-two/ Connect with us @JiltedIndianPod on Twitter and Instagram or on Facebook: www.facebook.com/JiltedIndianPod/ Don't forget to like and subscribe to us on your pod-catcher of choice (we are now on Google Music). Follow Us on Twitter: Anju: @FountofSarcasm Miranda: @MirandaGeorge Puja: @Meanrice

The Jilted Indians sat down last year to discuss the mysterious-no-more homicide investigation of local sweetheart Sherin Mathews. Trigger warning: we discuss toxic parenting and our personal stories surrounding never being good enough. We discuss the temple/church role in maintaining the model minority status far past what is safe for our girls. Please join us for this important discussion. Music intro was "Be That Way" by Kevin MacLeod. Show Notes: jiltedindianpod.com/category/podcast/season-two/ Connect with us @JiltedIndianPod on Twitter and Instagram or on Facebook: www.facebook.com/JiltedIndianPod/ Don't forget to like and subscribe to us on your pod-catcher of choice (we are now on Google Music). Follow Us on Twitter: Anju: @FountofSarcasm Miranda: @MirandaGeorge Puja: @Meanrice

Hey the Jilted Indians are back with a Festivus episode...that we are releasing on Boxing Day. We went to dinner (hence the background noise), had a few drinks, and talked about 2017. What we liked, what we didn't, what we learned, and what we recommend. Thank you all for a wonderful first year, you will be hearing from us in 2018, until then come with Love and Courage and go in Peace and Power. The Song used in this episode: Junior85's "Christmas Card" from "It's Christmas II" http://freemusicarchive.org/music/junior85/ITS_CHRISTMAS_II Show Notes: jiltedindianpod.com/category/podcast/season-two/ Connect with us @JiltedIndianPod on Twitter and Instagram or on Facebook: www.facebook.com/JiltedIndianPod/ Don't forget to like and subscribe to us on your pod-catcher of choice (we are now on Google Music). Follow Us on Twitter: Anju: @FountofSarcasm Miranda: @MirandaGeorge Puja: @Meanrice

Puja and Miranda met renowned comedian, podcast host, and documentary filmmaker, Hari Kondabolu. We asked him our signature questions and everything...but we forgot to ask him if we could record. Please keep in mind that we would have remembered if we weren't fangirling, which you'll find out is a different experience for each of us. Show Notes: jiltedindianpod.com/category/podcast/season-two/ Connect with us @JiltedIndianPod on Twitter and Instagram or on Facebook: www.facebook.com/JiltedIndianPod/ Don't forget to like and subscribe to us on your pod-catcher of choice (we are now on Google Music). Follow Us on Twitter: Anju: @FountofSarcasm Miranda: @MirandaGeorge Puja: @Meanrice

We have been anticipating the release of Hari Kondabolu's documentary, "The Problem With Apu", and now it is available on TruTV! The Jilted Indians are joined by friend of the pod, Rashee, and we all sat down and viewed it together. We laughed, we scoffed, and old wounds were reopened. Let's talk about Apu, y'all. Connect with us @JiltedIndianPod on Twitter and Instagram or on Facebook: www.facebook.com/JiltedIndianPod/ Don't forget to like and subscribe to us on your pod-catcher of choice (we are now on Google Music). Follow Us on Twitter: Anju: @FountofSarcasm Miranda: @MirandaGeorge Puja: @Meanrice

Join Anju, Miranda, and Puja in "Left Overs" a bonus episode in which we talk about immigrant thanksgiving, what we are thankful for, and read listener submitted Thanksgiving stories. This episode just made us incredibly hungry. AND we recorded this episode on the anniversary of us deciding to do this podcast. HAPPY 1 YEAR ANNIVERSARY TO US! Heads Up, Puja edited this episode rather than usual editor, Miranda. Music: "Sweet Potato Shuffle" by The Polish Ambassadors, "Diplomatic Immunity" (c) 2014 Show Notes: jiltedindianpod.com/category/podcast/season-two/ Connect with us @JiltedIndianPod on Twitter and Instagram or on Facebook: www.facebook.com/JiltedIndianPod/ Don't forget to like and subscribe to us on your pod-catcher of choice (we are now on Google Music). Follow Us on Twitter: Anju: @FountofSarcasm Miranda: @MirandaGeorge Puja: @Meanrice

Join the Jilted Indians in celebrating Native American Heritage Month, after which we discuss the origin of Thanksgiving and what we ought to do with this holiday now that we know all of this messed up stuff. Show Notes: https://jiltedindianpod.com/category/podcast/season-two/ Connect with us @JiltedIndianPod on Twitter and Instagram or on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/JiltedIndianPod/ Don't forget to like and subscribe to us on your pod-catcher of choice (we are now on Google Music). Follow Us on Twitter: Anju: @FountofSarcasm Miranda: @MirandaGeorge Puja: @Meanrice

It has been almost a year since "The Event" (the 2016 Election). That is the only reason we have to explain why Puja rapped this week's theme song. Also Miranda may have a sign-off to add to the end of the show. And Anju needs your recommendations for irreverent Twitter accounts, send them to her @fountofsarcasm. Just a note, this is another Skype record episode, we are working out the logistics, but thanks for sticking with us! Show Notes: https://jiltedindianpod.com/category/podcast/season-two/ Connect with us @JiltedIndianPod on Twitter and Instagram or on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/JiltedIndianPod/ Don't forget to like and subscribe to us on your pod-catcher of choice (we are now on Google Music). Follow Us on Twitter: Anju: @FountofSarcasm Miranda: @MirandaGeorge Puja: @Meanrice

WELCOME BACK! We are so glad you can join us for Season 2. More Jilted the same amount of Indian though. Speaking of Indian, today is October 9th, aka the second Monday in October aka the day that people in the United States celebrate a man getting lost and discovering something that already existed. There are so many problems with celebrating a man that caused so much destruction by not really accomplishing anything. We run through our problems with this day and choose to celebrate the conquered. Show Notes: https://jiltedindianpod.com/category/podcast/season-two/ Connect with us @JiltedIndianPod on Twitter and Instagram or on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/JiltedIndianPod/ Don't forget to like and subscribe to us on your pod-catcher of choice (we are now on Google Music). Follow Us on Twitter: Anju: @FountofSarcasm Miranda: @MirandaGeorge Puja: @Meanrice

Join the Jilted Indians in a conversation about why the fuck our Indian relatives can't seem to find anything better to talk about than our body and how fat we are. We also discuss the awkwardness of body hair (spoiler alert, women have body hair) and how our parents were no help to us there. This is our season finale! Thank you for listening! Stay tuned for summer bonus material!

What started out as a bonus blew up into a full episode. Join the Jilted Indians in discussing their first book club pick, "All the Single Ladies" by Rebecca Traister. We have stories.

S1 Bonus Ep 8: The Jilted Indians watched Hasan Minhaj's "Homecoming King" together over the weekend and talked about what made us laugh, cringe with recognition, and one of us cried (one of us also dozed of like an old lady). Whether it was failing at winning the Scrips National Spelling Bee to playing one of the "cards" with your parents we talk about the common touchstones of growing up in an immigrant household common to the being Brown in America experience. www.jiltedindianpod.com