Get ready for an unfiltered conversation as we dive into the complex world of celebrating traditions in mixed-race relationships. 🎄🎉 From Thanksgiving and Diwali to Christmas and everything in between, we share our experiences growing up in immigrant households and how those traditions—or lack thereof—shape our lives today. 💫

With the holiday season here, we explore the challenges of merging different cultures, building new traditions, and teaching our kids about their heritage. Whether it’s navigating family expectations or redefining holiday celebrations, join us as we break down the joys, struggles, and compromises of being in interracial relationships and raising multicultural families. 🌎

Episode Summary:

In this episode of Blindian Brown Girls, hosts Dr. Aumatma Simmons and Tanya Mitra dive into the unique dynamics of mixed-race relationships and the challenges of blending cultures. From navigating family expectations to raising multiracial children, this episode reveals the raw, real experiences of two couples as they tackle cultural biases, family acceptance, the complexities of identity, and the journey to embracing both similarities and differences in our relationships.

What We Discussed:

- The journey of blending cultures in mixed-race marriages

- Family acceptance, expectations, and how it shapes relationships

- Raising multiracial children and societal perceptions

- The role of cultural values, from independence to family loyalty

- How music and shared interests create connection amid cultural differences

- The impact of society’s judgment on interracial couples

A Few Things We Said:

• "This podcast is about showing up as ourselves, raw and real. We don’t gloss over our truths."
• "When I met my husband, it wasn’t just love; it was navigating two worlds that see things very differently."
• "Kids are the equalizer in a way—seeing our kids accepted makes it easier to feel accepted ourselves."

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Episode Summary

It's election season and we had to talk about it! Join us for this candid discussion about identity, race, and politics as we see Kamala Harris, a Blindian woman, takes position as the potential first female, woman of color President in US history. In this episode, we explore the significance of the 2024 election, including Tanya's first-time voting experience as a US citizen, the pressures faced by public figures of mixed race, and the complexities of representation. We share personal insights on what it means to vote, especially as Blindian women navigating two cultures in today’s very volatile & charged political landscape.

What We Discussed

• First-Time Voting: Tanya’s reflections on becoming a U.S. citizen and the importance of voting this year.
• The Dual Identity Dilemma: How Kamala Harris navigates her role as a Black and South Asian woman in politics.
• Media, Misogyny, and Misrepresentation: Scrutinizing how Kamala’s mixed-race identity influences public opinion.
• Candace Owens, Trump, and Political Alliances: A breakdown of key conservative influences on minority representation.
• The Role of Celebrities: How high-profile figures like Beyoncé support political campaigns and the social perceptions they influence.
• Intergenerational Perspectives: Comparing political engagement and identity dynamics between generations.

A Few Things We Said

• "The first time voting in the U.S., and at such a pivotal moment, it felt huge."
• "Kamala is not just too much of a woman; she’s somehow also ‘not enough.’ It’s this impossible standard women face in politics."
• "Being a Blindian woman today means embracing layers of identity – there’s no box for that, especially in politics."
• "We’re always asked to support leaders who don't fully represent us, and yet we keep seeking the closest thing to who we are and what we value."

Let’s Connect!

• Share your thoughts on this episode with us on social media using #BlindianBrownGirls.
• Send us a voice memo! We’d love to hear from you.
• Follow us on Instagram: @blindianbrowngirls
• Connect with Tanya for incredible Interracial Relationship content
• Connect with Aumatma for cutting-edge fertility content
• If you loved this episode, please take 15 seconds to subscribe to Blindian Brown Girls on your favorite podcast platform to catch every new episode—we release weekly! We’d also appreciate a quick review 🙏🏽, which will help us continue to bring you amazing guests and topics in the future.