This episode has been a LONG time coming. Empathy, compassion, and forgiveness: can't very well scroll through Instagram without at least one of these words popping up. What do these words mean to us? Is becoming a more empathetic and compassionate society possible, or are we being young and naive? Does being empathetic make you a pushover, or is there another side to the coin that people aren't seeing? For our final episode of season two, we discuss why these concepts are crucial for growth...

In celebration of our one year  milestone that occurred on May 21st, we have a very special, extra long episode for you. The "Friends" special isn't the only reunion you can look forward to because this week we're joined by some of our incredible guests from the past two seasons as we share some laughs, some serious talk about the state of our world, and some nostalgia for where we started and where we are now. Listen now for this one-of-a-kind (Un)wise celebration!

From Khloé Kardashian to Lizzo - the debate over who the body positivity is really here to serve is brought into question again. Plus size vs petite. Fat girls vs mid-size girls. Normal bodies vs Instagram. While discussing our own experiences with weight and body image, this week we unpack all the good and bad with body positivity.  

At this point, we hope most people know that climate change is real, and after all the nature docs that have come out in recent years - terrifying. But no matter how much we all try to do our part, is progress actually being made? Is there anything more...

COVID-19, women’s safety, and racism: all relevant, hot button, and incredibly important issues to have been dominating headlines this past year. But let’s be honest - nothing we’re seeing in the news today is new. As much as this pandemic has forced...

If you saw our last #wisdomwednesday - then you already know that this week we’re talking about concepts or words we think have lost their meaning through overuse. Mental health, cultural appropriation, and apology: all important in theory, but what...

In the spirit of a childhood classic, today’s episode is all about debunking some classic myths about college. Do you need to go Greek to have a vibrant social life? Is graduating the most important thing? Are you forever alone if you don’t have a...

How many of you have been asked: “So, tell me about yourself?” Whether it be on social media, interviews, or first dates - we’re all part of this culture of constantly having to sell ourselves with a unique, eye-catching narrative that we’re all...

Mo’ Division, Mo’ Problems. I don’t know about you guys, but even as we head into this new administration, there are still many huge, looming questions about the state of our union. Is the Republican party going to become the party of Trump? What does...

New year, new season, still (un)wise - but slightly upgraded. So much has gone down during our hiatus - new jobs, puppies, attempted coups trying to disrupt the peaceful transition of power. We decided to recap and unpack it all for our first episode of...

The air is getting colder, nights are getting longer, and the fall foliage is coming through the treetops - all signs that summer has officially passed. Playtime is over and that means application seasons have started and the anxiety has set in. Whether...

Regardless of our own personal taste, representation in the media plays a huge role in how our communities are seen, heard, and understood not just by ourselves, but by others. From the stereotypical caricatures we saw growing up to the exclusionary...

Nine months into 2020, and it already feels like this year’s theme is loss. From Kobe Bryant, John Lewis, and Naya Rivera, to now Chadwick Boseman - this year has been defined by the tragic losses of so many heroes. This episode is dedicated to...

With less than 5 days until the Senate primary election here in Massachusetts, this nail-biter is about to come to an end. The two candidates, incumbent Senator Ed Markey and Rep. Joe Kennedy III, have had a tough time differentiating themselves as both...

An essential part of growing up is finding your identity, and by extension, your “purpose” in life. Yet, as we get older and the societal pressures start to mount, it feels as though we're cogs in an already well-oiled machine. Which begs the question:...

Ladies and Gentlemen, let’s be real for a second - dating sucks. With all the confusion and frustrations surrounding the modern dating world, us cohosts are pretty much ready to throw in the towel and call an Indian matchmaker.  But before we totally...

Artists and creators have always held a special place in our hearts. They possess the ability to take our experiences and emotions and put it into beautiful sounds, breathtaking visuals, and so much more. So what happens when your favorite artists are...

From Brett Kavanaugh to the gender wage gap - the sad reality of being a woman is that no matter how much we raise our voices, our society is still confused as to what exactly women want. So once again, we’re talking about what women need to feel truly...

From our gorgeous temples, to our delicious cuisines, all the way to our ancient art forms, us Desi-Americans have imported and preserved many aspects of our rich culture. Unfortunately, even from thousands of miles away, we also actively uphold the...

There’s no doubt that this pandemic has permanently affected our social lives. As the U.S. slowly begins to open up, we’re forced into circumstances where we have to pick and choose who we keep up with, and which relationships we maintain. But in our...

There is a common misconception within the Desi community that mental health issues are only real if manifested in tangible, medicalized symptoms. However, the recent death of actor Sushant Singh Rajput has shown how so much of mental health is unseen....

When it comes to health and fitness in the age of information, it’s as important to track misinformation on the internet as it is to track your macros. For instance, did you know that body positivity was just one element of the larger Fat Acceptance...

Whether you call it your “Monthly Visitor,” “Aunt Flow,” or “Shark Week” - Ladies, you know what time it is. Menstruation is a HUGE part of our development as women, yet it remains an incredibly taboo topic in Desi culture. Tonight we unpack the Desi...

As millions take to the streets to protest racial injustice in this country, now more than ever, it is important for the Asian community to get off the sidelines and join the fight. This episode debunks the model minority myth - exposing its problematic...