Thoughts about how society's obsession with Botox and cosmetic enhancements is reshaping our perceptions of beauty, aging and self-worth. The pressure to chase youth and the emotional toll it takes, and how it affects our relationships with ourselves.

My take on what luxury is. Luxury, for me embodies simplicity and the richness of meaningful moments. It is not about material extravagance, but the depth of experience and emotional fulfillment. In my world, luxury is not about abundance of things but about the abundance of presence, peace, and meaningful human connections. Do listen, share and gi…

Understanding the complexity of female friendship. Today's episode explore the multifaceted nature of female friendships, including the dynamics of support, competition, vulnerability, and growth especially among young women. Our guest Layla and Nadia talked about their personal experiences and learning. Do listen, share and give feedback. Availabl…

An interesting inside scoop on what's going on in the minds of our new generation about relationships and especially marriage Do listen, share and give feedback. Available wherever you get your podcast from.Follow us on Ig, Facebook and YouTube @jalebiyan.podcastEmail for inquiries: Jalebiyan.podcast@gmail.com…

Death of Tariq Jameel's son. A very sad incident that shook the Pakistani community and culture. mental health is real and important. Do listen, share and give feedback. Available wherever you get your podcast from.Follow us on Ig, Facebook and YouTube @jalebiyan.podcastEmail for inquiries: Jalebiyan.podcast@gmail.com…

The question of all questions. Can men and women be friends? This question has been debated and dissected and the answers are heavily influenced by ethnic backgrounds, family structure and of course personal experiences. This conversation about cross-gender friendship is just our take on this topic. Do share your thoughts, opinions and experiences …

'Let them theory" Let's talk about peace of mind and more joy in life. Are you ready? Do listen, share and give feedback. Available wherever you get your podcast from. Follow us on Ig, Facebook and YouTube @jalebiyan.podcast Email for inquiries: Jalebiyan.podcast@gmail.com

Zindagi Tamasha is a movie of a guy who does something different one day and all of a sudden loses all respect in society. The movie talks about how general public around us categorize and place us in certain boxes. We are forced to lose our individuality to fit in a socially acceptable mold. Do become part of the conversation if you have the movie…

What we forget when it comes to boundaries! stop asking why they keep doing it and start asking why you keep allowing it? Do listen, share and give feedback. Available wherever you get your podcast from. Follow us on Ig, Facebook and YouTube @jalebiyan.podcast Email for inquiries: Jalebiyan.podcast@gmail.com…

What do dreams mean to you? Do you think dreams are important for a joy filled life? A discussion over dreams, how we often forget to fulfill our dreams and stay unhappy. Can that void be filled with something else? Do listen, share and give feedback. Available wherever you get your podcast from. Follow us on Ig, Facebook and YouTube @jalebiyan.pod…

Our discussion is about child free lifestyle and what impacts that decision. Do listen, share and give feedback. Available wherever you get your podcast from. Follow us on Ig, Facebook and YouTube @jalebiyan.podcast Email for inquiries: Jalebiyan.podcast@gmail.com

Today we talked about opportunities. These can come in the form of nepotism or in the form of an unplanned lucky chance. Our thoughts are an opportunity used wisely can change your life dramatically. Listen to the conversation and share your thoughts. Available wherever you get your podcast from. Follow us on Ig, Facebook and YouTube @jalebiyan.pod…

Weight management and wellbeing is about moving towards a healthy lifestyle that has a positive impact on your physical health; both inside and out. If you are not investing in your wellbeing, think again!! Do listen, share and give feedback. Available wherever you get your podcast from. Follow us on Ig, Facebook and YouTube @jalebiyan.podcastEmail…

Do you express yourself objectively? State all facts of what happened and why you're bothered by it?Or you don't share your opinion because you seek approval? Do listen, share and give feedback. Available wherever you get your podcast from. Follow us on Ig, Facebook and YouTube @jalebiyan.podcastEmail for inquiries:Jalebiyan.podcast@gmail.com…

Things are changing for parents as well as for children. As parents we try our best to teach our kids the art of living, then comes a time to believe in your teachings and to let your child go. Time to have faith in your teachings and upbringing, and above all time to learn the art of living for yourself without kids.…

A very short discussion over celebrating Galentine's Day

There are many ways of parenting and most of them are probably right. But the real question is: Does your parenting style help your child grow into a better version of themselves or a version of how you perceive a ‘good child’? A passionate conversation with Nameer Khan! (Narjis’s son) We have got to listen to our youth and modify our parenting sty…

Women especially desi/brown women are still struggling with the stigma of divorce and starting over again. Permitted by God but not by society. Talking with a Bengali friend about her journey of moving forward. Available wherever you get your podcast from.Hosted by Lalarukh and NarjisFollow us on Ig and Facebook@jalebiyan.podcastEmail for inquiries…

A conversation for our youth with dreams to make art, and for parents and society that does not give artists a break. Arman is talking to us about his journey of passion and music. https://linktr.ee/exmaxhina?utm_source=linktree_profile_share

Sharing five key thoughts that inspire us to stay motivated to finish the year strong. Available wherever you get your podcast from. Hosted by Lalarukh and Narjis Follow us on Ig and Facebook @jalebiyan.podcast Email for inquiries: Jalebiyan.podcast@gmail.com

Is it real? Something we all think about but usually are not willing to talk about. Available wherever you get your podcast from. Hosted by Lalarukh and Narjis Follow us on Ig and Facebook @jalebiyan.podcast Email for inquiries: Jalebiyan.podcast@gmail.com

Talking about the chapter of life that you can design for yourself. When you have taken care of your responsibilities, what and how do you plan to enjoy? Intimate girlfriend conversation with Julie P. Available wherever you get your podcast from. Hosted by Lalarukh and Narjis Follow us on Ig and Facebook @jalebiyan.podcast Email for inquiries: Jale…

Productivity is a philosophy of life, a state of mind. But what does that mean for you? Do you live to check off things from a to do list or taking naps in sun and enjoying butterflies and hummingbirds are part of being productive. Available wherever you get your podcast from. Hosted by Lalarukh and Narjis Follow us on Ig and Facebook @jalebiyan.po…

A difference between advice and advise. Seeking advice encourages information exchange, learning and meaningful connection between us and our friends. So who do you ask for advise and how do you implement.

A fresh perspective from Jazz about learning emotional skills to live a purposeful life. https://reflectandrespond.com/ http://www.facebook.com/reflectandrespond/ http://www.instgram.com/reflectandrespond Available wherever you get your podcast from. Hosted by Lalarukh and Narjis Follow us on Ig and Facebook @jalebiyan.podcast Email for inquiries: …

It's all about perspective (Zaaviya). Life is much simpler if we don't cling to what we think is right. Let us know what you think. Available wherever you get your podcast from. Hosted by Lalarukh and Narjis Follow us on Ig and Facebook @jalebiyan.podcast Email for inquiries: Jalebiyan.podcast@gmail.com…

Ramadan Mubarak! Our take on Ramadan preparation; physically, mentally and spiritually. Setting intentions in the key to Ramadan. Available wherever you get your podcast from. Hosted by Lalarukh and Narjis Follow us on Ig and Facebook @jalebiyan.podcast Email for inquiries: Jalebiyan.podcast@gmail.com…

Proud Pakistani moment! Drum roll Conversation with Ruba Humayun, Founder and CEO of ‘Door of Awareness’. NGO that we trust and believe in. The amazing work this foundation doing is beyond words. 26 schools in Lahore slums, vocational school for women, girls and boys, matrimonial services, and thrift shop to raise money for the foundation. She is m…

1000 honor killings in Pakistan, every year. Islami Jamhooria Pakistan. Jago Pakistan. And that’s why We March! Available wherever you get your podcast from. Hosted by Lalarukh and Narjis Follow us on Ig and Facebook @jalebiyan.podcast Email for inquiries: Jalebiyan.podcast@gmail.com

“Post wedding blues” yup that’s the topic this week. I know, I know no one talks about it, that’s why we are. BTW watch “mr Charming” on YouTube for better understanding. Do listen, share and give feedbackAvailable wherever you get your podcast from.Follow us on Ig and Facebook@jalebiyan.podcastEmail for inquiries:Jalebiyan.podcast@gmail.com…

Another episode relating to parenting. “Emotionally absent parents”. Just a suggestion to look within and around to notice the impact. Do listen, share and give feedback. Available wherever you get your podcast from. Follow us on Ig and Facebook @jalebiyan.podcast Email for inquiries: Jalebiyan.podcast@gmail.com Hosted and produced by: Lala and Nar…

What is a romantic expression for you? Does it need to be something grand and expensive or something intimate and personal? The word romantic was originated basically to describe imagination, but what does this word actually mean to you and has it changed overtime? Hosted by Lala and Narjis Please listen, share and give your thoughts Available wher…

An open and honest conversation about Money. It's about time!! Hosted by Lala and Narjis Please listen, share and give your thoughts Available wherever you get your podcast from. Follow us on Ig and Facebook @jalebiyan.podcast Email for inquiries: Jalebiyan.podcast@gmail.com

Talking about a sensitive topic that has mixed point views presented by current Islamic scholars and moulvis. We are talking about the concept of slave girls known as Laundis (concubines). We can't rule out common sense when we talk religion. Emotional attachment to ideas creates chaos. Please listen, share and provide feedback. Available wherever …

One of the best things about friendship is that age doesn’t matter. Female friendships have many colors! In today’s conversation we discuss Friendship is beyond age and many other factors. Please listen, share and give your thoughts 🙏🏼💜 Hosted by Lala and Narjis Available wherever you get your podcast from. Follow us on Ig and Facebook @jalebiyan.p…

I am sure you all have heard, talked, throw punches at others regarding midlife crisis. But these days, the old midlife crises is more likely to be called a midlife transformation and it's not all bad. The term crises often doesn't fit because while it can be accompanied by serious depression, it can also mark a period of tremendous growth. A healt…

Today's conversation is about how much faith and confidence we instill in our kids when we say we trust them. Hosted by Lala and Narjis Available wherever you get your podcast from. Follow us on Ig and Facebook @Jalebiyan.podcast Email for inquiries: Jalebiyan.podcast@gmail.com

Few words about recent uproar over Malala's recent interview with Vogue magazine. Some insightful aspects of how, what and why we think about our young adults. Available wherever you get your podcast from. Follow us on Ig and Facebook @jalebiyan.podcastEmail for inquiries: Jalebiyan.podcast@gmail.comHosted and produced by:Lalarukh and Narjis…

Talking about parenting and religion. As we now Ramadan is here, what are the ways we can make it easier for our youth to be a better human beings and Muslims.Available wherever you get your podcast from. Follow us on Ig and Facebook @jalebiyan.podcastEmail for inquiries: Jalebiyan.podcast@gmail.comHosted and produced by:Lalarukh and Narjis…

The recent uproar on the comments of PM of Pakistan Imran Khan over victim blaming and shaming women instead of resolving the real issue. 'Pardah' was meant to be for both genders, not just women. Available wherever you get your podcast from. Follow us on Ig and Facebook @jalebiyan.podcastEmail for inquiries: Jalebiyan.podcast@gmail.comHosted and p…

One of the hardest jobs in this world is to raise a teenager. But we forget they’re also going through their own struggles and it isn’t easy for them either. Which is why, us as parents, must learn to become a parent they can trust and lean on for their good, bad and ugly. Just be their cheerleader, friend, mentor and secret keeper. I bet you won’t…

Such a hopeful conversation with Ayman. A rising professional makeup artist, LGBTQ influencer with a goal in mind to be the voice for community who are usually ignored, belittled and avoided in Muslim Pakistani community. He can be found on IG, YouTube and Tiktok by the handle @thekillermonsta. Available wherever you get your podcast from. Follow u…

Our two cents on the new viral video of two Pakistani female cafe owners, insulting their manager of 9 years over his broken English. Available wherever you get your podcast from.Follow us on Ig and Facebook @Jalebiyan.podcastEmail for inquiries:Jalebiyan.podcast@gmail.comHosted and produced byLala and Narjis…

The word Ishq and what meaning does it hold for us. How have we used and abused this word over the time. Available wherever you get your podcast from.Follow us on Ig and Facebook @Jalebiyan.podcastEmail for inquiries:Jalebiyan.podcast@gmail.comHosted and produced byLala and Narjis

2020 will stay in books you guys!!Resilience is accepting your new reality, even if it's less good than the one you had before. What are your thoughts? Available wherever you get your podcast from.Follow us on Ig and Facebook @Jalebiyan.podcastEmail for inquiries:Jalebiyan.podcast@gmail.comHosted and produced byLala and Narjis…

The image we have for freedom and liberation is our view and choice, and as a free woman you can rightfully have your own. Let's not shatter each other and collectively support each other to be free and happy. Available wherever you get your podcast from.Follow us on Ig and Facebook @Jalebiyan.podcastEmail for inquiries:Jalebiyan.podcast@gmail.comH…

Still in crises, we are shaming each other on wearing AND not wearing a mask. Where do you stand on this? Follow us on Ig and Facebook @jalebiyan.podcast Email for inquiries: Jalebiyan.podcast@gmail.com Hosted and produced by: Lalarukh and Narjis

So after the unbelievable increase in rape cases in Pakistan (women, men, girls, boys and pets), the new bill is in draft form and being presented to assembly. how are we going to deal with this crises?Follow us on Ig and Facebook @jalebiyan.podcastEmail for inquiries: Jalebiyan.podcast@gmail.comHosted and produced by: Lalarukh and Narjis…

We don't realize men get physically abused too, 1 in 7 statistically speaking!! Unfortunately in south east Asia boys get regular beating from fathers, teachers and other elderly people because the system allows it to happen. It's taken as a form of discipline and is a norm. We have with us a courageous man who was kind enough to talk about his jou…

Election 2020 approaching fast we must understand our civic duty. Today we are in conversation with Chelsey and Kelly about some really important information. Important dates ◦ October 9th-last day to register ◦ REQUEST AN ABSENTEE BALLOT - Tuesday, October 27, 2020 - 5:00 p.m. (deadline ◦ Mail in by Oct 20-USPS RUNNING 2 WEEKS BEHIND ◦ Early Votin…