The Episodes
#Ep25 – Motherhood Penalty PodShort #1
I speak to Neha Garg who talks about the bitter truth of going back to work after 6 months of maternity. #MotherhoodPenalty
#Ep24 – Different Strokes – Onward with Bravery & Bianca
Bianca Ghose is a force to reckon with. Unstoppable in her work commitments, she is deeply rooted in family values. Despite navigating poor health and a high-pressure career, she juggles every role[...]
#Ep24 Different Strokes – Onward with Bravery & Bianca
Bianca Ghose is a force to reckon with. She's unstoppable when it comes to her work commitments, yet deeply rooted in family values. Despite navigating poor health and a high-pressure career, she[...]
#Ep23_Different Strokes_It Takes 4 to Tango!
Meet Parul Kakkad, a mommy influencer and a mother to 4 beautiful children. She spills the beans on raising a large family, dealing with miscarriage and postpartum.
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If you are a parent who wishes to make your child's summer vacation fruitful, then this is for you. A good summer break becomes a lifetime memory. Children cherish and re-live these[...]
#EP21_Different Strokes_Adolescent Mental Health
In 2021, ANXIETY was named the Oxford Dictionary word of the year. Adolescence can be a challenging phase, marked by significant changes and transitions. It is therefore, crucial to understand the unique[...]
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In 2021, ANXIETY was named the Oxford Dictionary word of the year. Adolescence can be a challenging phase, marked by significant changes and transitions. It is therefore, crucial to understand the unique[...]
Insomnia | S02E07
Sleep. We take it for granted most of the times. And a lot of times, we're careless about getting enough sleep. Today, that's what Nupur talks about.
Pillars | S02E06
Friends are the family that we choose. In this episode - friends and friendship - that's what Nupur is exploring, through a beautiful poem.
Indus | S02E05
Rivers. They give birth to life. And whether we see it or not, they're the root of all life, physically and metaphorically.
Growing Up + Shooting Star | S02E04
Nupur decided to give you a special treat with this one! This is a two-in-one episode! Two poems in one episode!
Feminism | S02E03
Feminism. Enough said. This is Nupur's take on the idea, the movement, the importance of equal rights.
#EP20_Different Strokes_Single Parenting
This episode of Different Strokes speaks to a single mother who had no other choice but to take it all in her stride and move on.
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This episode of Different Strokes speaks to a single mother who had no other choice but to take it all in her stride and move on.
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This episode of Different Strokes speaks to a single mother who had no other choice but to take it all in her stride and move on.
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There may be a thousand things wrong with it, but there are always a lot more that are right. This time, it's about our motherland, our home, India.
Good Day, Bad Day | S02E01
That's what life is all about isn't it? A combination of good and bad days. We reminisce the good ones, and learn from the bad ones.
Season 02 Trailer | 00
Nupur is back with another season of Straight From My Heart! Lots of poetry, which is more real, more intimate, more restful and more unfiltered.
Grab a cup of coffee, relax, and go[...]
#EP19_Different Strokes_Twinning
Life is hard. And unfair. And bloody painful. But what if we focus on what we can change rather than brood over what we cannot control? Easier said than done but, we[...]
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This story of a young man was incredibly difficult to record, for various reasons. But utterly fulfilling because it has a happy ending. Tune in!
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This story of a young man was incredibly difficult to record, for various reasons. But utterly fulfilling because it has a happy ending. Tune in!
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This story of a young man was incredibly difficult to record, for various reasons. But utterly fulfilling because it has a happy ending. Tune in!
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In this season finale episode, come, let's take you on an audio travel trip to Paris, the city of love, the city of romance, the city of blinding lights.
Join us as we[...]
Life Story | 07
We know people and their names, but seldom do we know their story. In this penultimate season episode, Nupur takes you on a short journey of her own life's story.
Mediation | 08
"Conflict is inevitable but combat is optional." ~ Max Lucado
As long as there are people, there will always be disputes. And an easier method of resolving disputes amicably is through mediation. Advocate[...]
Marriage | 06
“The secret of a happy marriage is finding the right person. You know they're right if you love to be with them all the time.” —Julia Child
In this episode, Nupur shares a[...]
When We Rise | 09
We've told stories of real-life people, we've told stories of on-screen characters, and now it's time to look at an entire show that speaks about LGBTQ folks, and does a fabulous job[...]
An Ode To My Son | 05
Motherhood is perhaps one of most enriching experiences any woman can go through. In this episode, Nupur takes us through her journey as a mother, and what she's learnt on the way.[...]
Blanca Evangelista | 08
Another strong LGBTQ character from a television series explored in this episode - Blanca Evangelista, from Pose.
Mahir explores what makes this character so great, and the impact on the community at large.
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Restitution Of Conjugal Rights | 07
In our on-going season about matrimonial laws, in this episode, Pallavi simplifies laws that govern Conjugal Rights in India.
Predestined | 04
Sometimes, life is easier when one gives in to the giant cosmic story that we're all unwittingly a part of and just place our faith in the hands of kismet. Nupur shares[...]
Pray Tell | 07
Continuing our exploration of stories of on-screen characters and celebrities, who have positively represented the LGBTQIA+ community in mainstream media, in this episode, it's all about Pray Tell from Pose, played by[...]
#EP17_Different Strokes_Processing Grief
In this episode, I talk to Ishita Roy Chowdhury, a clinical psychologist about processing grief, survivor's guilt and trauma caused due to the elongated pandemic of Covid19.
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In this episode, I talk to Ishita Roy Chowdhury, a clinical psychologist about processing grief, survivor's guilt and trauma caused due to the elongated pandemic of Covid19.
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In this episode, I talk to Ishita Roy Chowdhury, a clinical psychologist about processing grief, survivor's guilt and trauma caused due to the elongated pandemic of Covid19.
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In this episode, I talk to Ishita Roy Chowdhury, a clinical psychologist about processing grief and trauma caused due to the elongated pandemic.
--- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/differentstrokes/messageAlimony | 06
Alimony - quite a complicated aspect in the event of a divorce in India. What is alimony? How is it claimed and granted? How is it awarded? How is it different from[...]
Fragrant | 03
Let's talk scents! Who doesn't love good fragrances? In this episode, Nupur talks about how different smells evoke different emotions in one's mind.
David Rose | 06
With this episode, the show takes a slight turn - from stories of everyday people to those of on-screen characters and celebrities, who have positively represented the community in mainstream media. In[...]
#EP16_Different Strokes_Divorce
In this episode of Different Strokes, I talk to Vinita Ramtri who took charge of her happiness and walked out of her marriage. We try and break some stereotypes and celebrate the[...]
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In this episode of Different Strokes, I talk to Vinita Ramtri who took charge of her happiness and walked out of her marriage. We try and break some stereotypes and celebrate the[...]
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In this episode of Different Strokes, I talk to Vinita Ramtri who took charge of her happiness and walked out of her marriage. We try and break some stereotypes and celebrate the[...]
Maintenance | 05
This episode is all about money matters in the event of a divorce. Pallavi simplifies laws governing maintenance, the situations under which maintenance can be claimed, and the processes through which it[...]
Gratitude | 02
Nupur recites poetry highlighting the worth of grateful-living and the doors it opens when you live with an open, thankful heart.