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| How To Make An Interfaith Relationship Work | 16 Sep 2024 | 00:37:12 | |
Are YOU in an interfaith relationship? Do you always have people telling YOU to be with someone within your own religion because “it’s easier”? Well, we’ve certainly been there. And we are HERE TO HELP. Religion… what a buzzword. Happy Monday to the Crew! This week we read a question from one of you who just so happens to be going through a tough relationship situation pertaining to religion. Religion plays a role in most every relationship. I guarantee you can relate in ont way or another with our frustrations. Get cozy, settle in, and grab your chai. Enjoy! Be sure to submit your stories at https://www.halfpastchai.com AND read our weekly blog post! Follow us! https://bio.site/halfpastchai Time codes 0:00 - WELCOME TO HALF PAST CHAI 3:14 - Question about religion 4:00 - Religion in a relationship 6:47 - Converting religions 8:00 - Are we even religious? 10:20 - Our morals growing up 18:14 - Don’t let others determine who you’re with 20:41 - We broke up 22:11 - How to make an interfaith relationship work 26:17 - Reading your questions 35:53 - HAPPY ANNIVERSARY | |||
| How To Get Out Of The Friend Zone | 09 Sep 2024 | 00:49:03 | |
HOW do you get out of the friend zone? Is Hallie a COLONIZER? Do we REALLY find each other attractive? Or is it just an act? GUYS. This week we’re coming in HOT with a QUESTIONS OF THE WEEK PODCAST episode. You guys had some juicy a** questions for us this week, some of which we answered in a members-only video on YouTube. If you want your future questions to be answered 5 episodes from now, GO TO OUR WEBSITE and send them to us. Get cozy, grab your chai, and enjoy this week’s episode! Be sure to submit your stories at https://www.halfpastchai.com AND read our weekly blog post! Follow us! https://bio.site/halfpastchai Time codes 0:00 - WELCOME TO HALF PAST CHAI 2:43 - Do you read self-help books? 5:35 - How do you get out of the friend zone? 9:50 - Is it weird taking your wife to India 14:09 - Have you always been attracted to each other? 17:32 - What if we met in 2024? 21:41 - What is something you want to improve? 24:17 - More cooking videos? 25:38 - Brown women hate that I am with a white women 29:57 - Do you embrace Hallie’s Culture? 31:41 - Fav videogame 32:38 - How does my Indian bf win over his Indian parents? 35:14 - Friends or The Office 36:45 - Indian Dad Statement 40:33 - How to deal with racist remarks/bullying | |||
| Indian Families VS White Families | 08 Jul 2024 | 00:54:05 | |
Being an Interracial and interfaith couple, naturally, there are some differences we bring to the table. SO, we thought we’d talk about them. Happy Monday, Half Past Crew. This week we’re talking about… fundamental differences between American/white culture and traditional Indian culture and how this has impacted us well into our adulthood. Relate to any of this? Let us know DOWN IN THE COMMENTS BELOW. Get cozy, grab your chai, and settle in for this week’s episode of Half Past Chai. Be sure to submit your stories at https://www.halfpastchai.com Use code HALLIE25 for 25% off THE CUMIN CLUB #podcast #relationship #chai Chapters 0:00 - WELCOME TO HALF PAST CHAI 3:38 - Mindset 6:24 - Live to Work vs Work to Live 10:50 - Talking to your parents 16:05 - Parenting style 27:00 - Family Structure 31:50 - Cultural Practice / Religion 39:37 - Food 48:00 - Reading YOUR comments | |||
| Moving to NYC, Getting Divorced, & Milkman? | 01 Jul 2024 | 00:56:49 | |
Is Suketu a milkman? Planned move to New York City? DIVORCE?! Happy Monday, Half Past Crew. This week Hallie and Suketu are bringing QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS to YOU. Get ready to laugh and also ponder these questions yourself. Let us know what YOUR favorite question was and your response to it. Get cozy, grab your chai, and settle in HPC. See you next Monday ;)
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Chapters
0:00 - WELCOME TO HALF PAST CHAI
2:56 - Moving to NYC??
23:25 - When will you have kids?
27:00 - Future kid names?
31:40 - Do parents have favorite kids?
36:30 - Is Suketu a Milkman??
37:07 - Best way to start running long distances
40:38 - Do you believe in divorce?
43:16 - How old were you when you got married?
44:15 - How much did your 2 weddings cost?
48:12 - How did Suketu navigate dating with Indian parents
48:58 - Best high school memory
53:00 - Are you normal?
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| Pivotal Moments In Our Lives That Made Us Who We Are Today | 24 Jun 2024 | 01:02:19 | |
Happy Monday, Half Past Crew. Now really think about this… what is a PIVOTAL moment that sparked a major change in your life? Ponder that. This week Hallie and Suketu are going deep and sharing their own life experiences and the most important ones that have changed their life for better or for worse. Breaking up? First time traveling out of the country? Getting married? The year 2020?! Stick til the end because there is a special question of the week from one of YOU. Get cozy, grab your chai, and settle in for this week’s episode of Half Past Chai. Be sure to submit your stories at https://www.halfpastchai.com Follow us! https://linktr.ee/halfpastchai Chapters 0:00 - WELCOME TO HALF PAST CHAI 3:32 - Suketu moving to AMERICA 8:04 - Suketu meeting Hallie 9:20 - Hallie meeting Suketu 12:40 - Suketu getting a speeding ticket 19:12 - Suketu starting a business 21:47 - Starting a podcast 25:18 - Moving in together/Building a house/Getting Married 29:42 - Hallie meeting suketu pt2 35:02 - When we broke up… 40:19 - The year of COVID 46:35 - Going to India 51:18 - Hallie getting MONO 54:55 - QUESTION OF THE WEEK! | |||
| 10 Surprising Ways To Make Your Relationship Even Better | 17 Jun 2024 | 01:00:25 | |
Want to know 10 simple tricks to make your relationship EVEN BETTER than it already is? This week, Hallie and Suketu share 10 valuable yet simple tips for improving your romantic relationship. You may resonate with some already, but some others may really shock you and help to initiate that conversation with your partner. Be sure to stick to the end of the episode for a special question of the week from YOU. Happy Monday Half Past Crew - settle in, get cozy, grab your chai, and enjoy this week’s episode of Half Past Chai. Be sure to submit your stories at https://www.halfpastchai.com Chapters 0:00 - WELCOME TO HALF PAST CHAI 5:53 - Spend Time Apart 11:32 - Go to sleep at the same time 16:17 - Be Vulnerable 21:54 - Shake things up 25:10 - Surprise each other with little things 29:14 - Learn to fight better 35:33 - Reminiscence on past times 39:25 - Celebrate each others differences 44:42 - Incorporate some form of intimacy into your day to day/flirt 47:08 - GET OFF YOUR PHONE 49:44 - QUESTION OF THE WEEK | |||
| Addressing Assumptions About Us | 10 Jun 2024 | 00:56:42 | |
Assumptions about US? HUH? This week Hallie and Suketu are addressing ALL assumptions made about them. Does Hallie lead the relationship? Is Suketu a vegetarian? Asexuality?! All these and MORE. Hallie and Suketu also share their assumptions about each other prior to dating. Stick to the end for the QUESTION OF THE WEEK! Thank you for being the best crew there is, Half Past Crew. Enjoy this week’s new episode and comment down below your assumptions! Be sure to submit your stories at https://www.halfpastchai.com Follow us! https://linktr.ee/halfpastchai Chapters 0:00 - WELCOME TO HALF PAST CHAI 1:50 - How to say my name 6:15 - Assumption YOU have about US 32:17 - Hallie’s assumptions about Suketu 40:18 - Suketu’s assumptions about Hallie 49:55 - QUESTION OF THE WEEK | |||
| Annoying Couple Traits We Couldn't Avoid: Funny Relationship Habits | 03 Jun 2024 | 00:44:39 | |
WHAT’S UP HALF PAST CREW? Aka, the best crew in existence. This week Hallie and Suketu are back with a hilarious and oh-so-relatable episode that dives into the annoying couple traits we swore we’d never have but somehow adopted! Ever caught yourself finishing each other’s sentences or using cringe-worthy pet names? We did too, and it’s time to laugh about it! From coordinating outfits to those embarrassing baby talk moments, we’re spilling all the chai. Be sure to SUBSCRIBE and LIKE this video if you haven’t already, so get cozy, settle in, and grab your chai. Enjoy this week's episode of Half Past Chai ❤️ Be sure to submit your stories at https://www.halfpastchai.com Follow us! https://linktr.ee/halfpastchai #podcast #relationship #chai Chapters 0:00 - WELCOME TO HALF PAST CHAI 4:45 - 15 Annoying Couple Traits 35:18 - Question of the WEEK! | |||
| ANSWERING YOUR QUESTIONS: Embracing Indian Culture In America, Family Hates My Partner, & MIL's | 27 May 2024 | 00:45:55 | |
QUESTIONS OF THE WEEK!!! This week Hallie and Suketu are answering YOUR questions, say what? The questions this week follow a general trend you'll pick up on following cultural conversations. Does your family hate your partner and want to ruin your relationship? Do you feel awkward when someone of a different religion prays around you? Or do you need to bridge the gap between your in-laws who are not native English speakers? All these and so, SO much more this week as Hallie and Suketu reflect back on their past experiences and share their own wisdom. Get cozy, settle in, and grab your chai because you want to sit and reflect on this one. Love you, HPC. Be sure to submit your stories at https://www.halfpastchai.com Follow us! https://linktr.ee/halfpastchai Chapters 0:00 - WELCOME TO HALF PAST CHAI 2:50 - Your Family Doesn’t Approve of Your Partner 10:28 - How to Manage Different Religions In A Relationship 16:28 - Why Choose an Indian Man? 23:52 - Do You Feel Awkward When Others Pray? 28:08 - How can I get closer to my Indian MIL 32:08 - Nobody loves me? 40:50 - It’s You Two Against the World In A Relationship | |||
| Asking My Wife Questions Men Are Too Afraid To Ask | 20 May 2024 | 00:51:45 | |
WHAT’S UP HALF PAST CREW? Aka, the best crew in existence. This week SUKETU has prepped some oh-so-spicy and interesting questions that men are afraid to ask women. Is your period really that bad? What does it feel like to NOT have something between your legs? And do women dress for men?? Hallie’s answers honestly shock Suketu as they dive deep into this conversation. Be sure to SUBSCRIBE and LIKE this video if you haven’t already, so get cozy, settle in, and grab your chai. Enjoy this week's episode of Half Past Chai! Be sure to submit your stories at https://www.halfpastchai.com Follow us! https://linktr.ee/halfpastchai Chpaters: 0:00 - WELCOME TO HALF PAST CHAI 2:15 - Is your period really that bad 6:07 - Why do you get so mad during a period 9:50 - Do you develop crushes on random people 12:08 - What’s it feel like to NOT have something between your legs 13:45 - What do women check out on men 17:54 - Do women dress for men 21:13 - What are common things guys do that give you the ick 27:04 - Do women get the pee shiver 29:09 - What is it like getting stared at/getting unwanted attention 32:15 - Do you feel safe walking alone 37:45 - Why do we have so many pillows 39:22 - Dad bod or Jacked body 41:51 - Do you find me attractive 42:34 - QUESTION OF THE WEEK | |||
| The Truth About Being An Interracial Couple | 13 May 2024 | 00:57:03 | |
This week, we’re going to be telling you the truth about being an interracial couple and sharing the challenges we’ve endured. We are also going to be sharing our most viral hate comments pertaining to our interracial love. You may need to sit down for this one. Let’s get into it Half Past Crew! Submit your stories at https://www.halfpastchai.com/ Follow us! https://linktr.ee/halfpastchai Chapters: 0:00 - Intro 2:13 - Truth about being an interracial couple 8:16 - Our Hate Comments 42:35 - Questions of the week 54:50 - Outro | |||
| Asking My Husband Questions Women Are Too Afraid To Ask | 06 May 2024 | 00:44:34 | |
WHAT’S UP HALF PAST CREW? Aka, the best crew in existence. This week Hallie and Suketu are coming in HOT with some oh-so spicy and interesting questions that women are afraid to ask men. How often do men think about sex? Do men ACTUALLY like lip fillers on women? And when in a committed relationship, do you think men feel like they’re missing out on other potential opportunities? Suketu’s answers honestly shock Hallie as they dive deep into this conversation. Be sure to SUBSCRIBE and LIKE this video if you haven’t already, so get cozy, settle in, and grab your chai. Enjoy this week's episode of Half Past Chai Be sure to submit your stories at https://www.halfpastchai.com Follow us! https://linktr.ee/halfpastchai Chapters: 0:00 - WELCOME TO HALF PAST CHAI 4:52 - Who should pay for the first date? 7:36 - Do men always think about sex? 12:28 - Was marriage something you thought about prior to dating? 16:09 - WHY do guys ghost?! 17:05 - Do you feel like you’ve missed out by being in a relationship? 21:47 - Women and Lip Filler… 29:19 - Being A Virgin 30:34 - Most attractive feature on a woman 33:27 - What do you think about periods? 37:28 -Will you take care of me when I’m pregnant? | |||
| Why Does My Wife Yell At Me? | 02 Sep 2024 | 00:45:02 | |
HAPPY MONDAY, Half Past Crew. This week we’re coming in strong with… The 5 signs she’s feeling secure in your relationship. Farting in front of each other? Snitching on you to your mom? Separation anxiety?! Hallie shares outcomes of feeling SO safe and content in her relationship, and examples that you’ve definitely experienced in your own life. We shared a super special announcement towards the end, PLUS everyone’s favorite… A QUESTION OF THE WEEK. See you next Monday, Half Past Crew. WE LOVE YOU. Be sure to submit your stories at https://www.halfpastchai.com AND read our weekly blog post! Follow us! https://bio.site/halfpastchai Time codes 0:00 - WELCOME TO HALF PAST CHAI 2:03 - Why does my wife yell at me? (1) 15:05 - When my wife bites me (2) 20:57 - Farting in front of each other 25:47 - Snitching on your partner to their parents (3) 29:46 - Fear of your partner dying (4) 34: 12 - Crying when you leave each other (5) 38:32 - QUESTION OF THE WEEK! | |||
| I Met My Future Wife On Bumble (ft. Jonah & Marissa) | 29 Apr 2024 | 01:01:54 | |
HALF PAST CREW! Happy Monday. This week there are some VERY special guests making their debut on Half Past Chai, welcome Jonah and Marissa! Jonah and Marissa join this week to discuss getting engaged, how they met on a dating app, and how to have difficult conversations in relationships & how they benefit your relationship. After diving deeper into the conversation about proposing, Jonah revealed that he bought a an engagement ring and held onto it for TWO YEARS?! Lastly, Jonah and Marissa answer questions in a game called "Who is more likely to...". Get cozy, settle in, and enjoy this week's new episode of Half Past Chai! Be sure to submit your stories at https://www.halfpastchai.com Follow us! https://linktr.ee/halfpastchai Chapters 0:00 - WELCOME TO HALF PAST CHAI 11:19 - Dating Apps 19:28 - The Process Of Getting Engaged: How Did You Know You Wanted To Get Married? 23:17 - How Suketu Proposed To Hallie 29:12 - The Honeymoon Stage 31:57 - Having Difficult Conversations In Your Relationship 43:00 - How Did You Propose?! 51:28 - Who Is More Likely...GAME | |||
| QUESTIONS OF THE WEEK: Raising Kids, Our Fitness Routines, Dealing With Anxiety | 22 Apr 2024 | 00:46:08 | |
QUESTIONS. OF. THE. WEEK. You read that right! This week on Half Past Chai, Hallie and Suketu spill ALL the chai. With topics ranging from dealing with stress and anxiety, raising children and how they’ll do things differently, fitness routines and health, and participating in different cultural events. Want your question to be featured on Half Past Chai? Go to www.halfpastchai.com to submit YOUR question or story. Get cozy, settle in, and grab your chai for this week's life-advice-giving episode of Half Past Chai. Be sure to submit your stories at https://www.halfpastchai.com Follow us! https://linktr.ee/halfpastchai | |||
| 10 Signs You’re Insecure In Your Relationship | 15 Apr 2024 | 00:51:11 | |
Are YOU insecure in your relationship? Well then, THIS is the episode for you. Welcome back, happy Monday Half Past Crew! This week Hallie and Suketu are talking about insecurities they’ve faced in their own relationships, 10 of them to be exact. Are you jealous when your partner talks to people of the opposite gender? Do you ever snoop through their phone? Do you constantly need to know where your partner is and what they’re doing? All of these and more are considered to be signs of insecurity in relationships. Suketu shares his toxic trait, jealousy, and how it has impacted his past romantic relationships and current marriage with Hallie. GET COZY. SETTLE IN. Sit back and enjoy this week's episode of Half Past Chai. Be sure to submit your stories at https://www.halfpastchai.com Follow us! https://linktr.ee/halfpastchai Source: https://www.marriage.com/advice/relationship/types-of-insecurities-in-a-relationship/ | |||
| Why Your Role In Your Relationship Matters | 08 Apr 2024 | 00:43:56 | |
HAPPIEST OF MONDAYS, Half Past Crew. What are your thoughts on gender roles? Especially in a relationship? Do you think the tasks and responsibilities should be split evenly? Or one person in the relationship is responsible for everything? This topic is ever-changing and varies in any couple you’ll ask. Hallie shares the time she was asked why she works a corporate job instead of letting Suketu work full-time. Hallie also talks about the importance of being present while raising a family and not wanting to work after having children. Many, MANY topics are covered in this jam-packed episode, along with YOUR questions of the week at the end. Get cozy, grab your chai, and settle in. Love you HPC!!! Be sure to submit your stories at https://www.halfpastchai.com Follow us! https://linktr.ee/halfpastchai | |||
| Hot Takes, FMK List, & Our Most Embarrassing Stories (ft. Alex & Katie) | 01 Apr 2024 | 01:00:08 | |
SURPRISE! This week on Half Past Chai, ALEX & KATIE are BACK baby! 3rd time’s a charm, right? Alex and Katie join Hallie and Suketu this week discussing some VERY hot and controversial topics. Do you think it’s ok to have a BFF of the opposite gender? Is Starbucks considered GOOD quality coffee? Are there people that just shouldn’t have children? They discuss some MAJOR hot takes, F marry, kill celebrities & cartoon characters, AND embarrassing stories. This episode is jam packed with all the content you could only dream of. Get cozy, grab your chai, and get ready to laugh this entire episode. Love you HPC ❤️ Be sure to submit your stories at https://www.halfpastchai.com Follow us! https://linktr.ee/halfpastchai | |||
| We Went To Area 51 (ft. Our Favorite Conspiracy Theories) | 25 Mar 2024 | 00:55:28 | |
OMG ALIENS ARE REAL?! Bigfoot? Did the Simpsons predict the future? Happy Monday Half Past Crew. One thing Hallie and Suketu love to bond over is… CONSPIRACY THEORIES. Switching it up a bit this week to bring to you… the WILDEST conspiracy theories to date. Hallie and Suketu share these theories and their thoughts and if they believe them or not, you’ll be surprised on where they stand… Be sure to stick ‘til the end for YOUR questions of the week, and some personal updates. Love you HPC, see you next Monday. Be sure to submit your stories at https://www.halfpastchai.com Follow us! https://linktr.ee/halfpastchai | |||
| ANSWERING YOUR QUESTIONS: Why We Don’t Have A Prenup, Ending Toxic Friendships & Wedding Planning | 18 Mar 2024 | 00:52:46 | |
HAPPY 50TH EPISODE HALF PAST CREW! To celebrate, this week’s episode is… QUESTIONS. OF. THE. WEEK. That’s right! Buckle up because Hallie & Suketu are answering tons of your questions this episode. How to know when to end a friendship and what are red flags? Need a guide on how to meet the Indian parents? How to plan 2 weddings and tips & tricks. ALL this and so much more on this week’s episode of Half Past Chai. The winner of the Cumin Club giveaway is ANNOUNCED - but don’t worry, more of these will be happening in the future. Love you HPC - enjoy! Be sure to submit your stories at https://www.halfpastchai.com Follow us! https://linktr.ee/halfpastchai | |||
| My American Wife’s First Trip To India | 11 Mar 2024 | 00:49:31 | |
Happy Monday & Happy 1 Year Anniversary from that time Hallie and Suketu went to India! Remember a whole year ago when Hallie went out of the country for the first time? That’s right, well this week get ready to take a walk down memory lane. Except you’re going to hear the BEST parts of the 2023 India Trip. What was it like experiencing culture shock for the first time? How did Hallie deal with the language barrier? Best foods and best places to visit while in India? Lessons learned and what NOT to do? All of that and so much more is covered on this week's episode of Half Past Chai. So get cozy, settle in, grab your CHAI, and enjoy this recap of the best trip Hallie and Suketu have ever been on.
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| My Husband Spent $50,000 In One Month | Financial Audit | 04 Mar 2024 | 00:57:58 | |
Suketu did WHAT? Welcome back, Half Past Crew, to another episode of Half Past Chai. This week Hallie and Suketu are bringing finance back, but not in a sexy way. This episode is another version of financially auditing your partner - remember when Suketu roasted Hallie? This time… THE TABLES ARE TURNED. Hallie picks apart each of Suketu’s purchases from a single month where he spent the most money. And oh boy… it’s a wild ride. So get cozy, settle in, and enjoy the financial roast of Suketu Patel. Be sure to submit your stories at https://www.halfpastchai.com Follow us! https://linktr.ee/halfpastchai | |||
| My Wife Has Been Lying To Me | 26 Feb 2024 | 00:53:21 | |
This week on Half Past Chai, Hallie spills ALL the chai… Suketu makes her take a LIE DETECTOR TEST where she reveals all of her secrets. Hallie shares many, arguably TOO many, intimate details about herself and shares a lot of her childhood traumas with Suketu as they get deeper and deeper into their conversation. With topics ranging from having crushes on animated TV show characters, the first time Hallie peed her pants, and having your childhood diary openly read in front of your family… you won’t want to miss this week's unhinged episode of Half Past Chai! So get cozy, settle in, and get ready for the newest episode where Hallie goes crazy. See you again next Monday! Be sure to submit your stories at https://www.halfpastchai.com Follow us! https://linktr.ee/halfpastchai | |||
| I'm Not Indian Enough and I'm Not American Enough | 26 Aug 2024 | 00:39:55 | |
AM I NOT GOOD ENOUGH This episode of Half Past Chai dives into the struggles of feeling caught between two cultures. From feeling 'not Indian enough' to fit in with Indians to 'not American enough' to feel fully at home in America, we explore the challenges and stories of those who live in the in-between. Be sure to submit your stories at https://www.halfpastchai.com AND read our weekly blog post! Follow us! https://bio.site/halfpastchai Time codes 0:00 - WELCOME TO HALF PAST CHAI 1:47 - I’m not Indian enough 8:40 - No one can say my name 14:20 - What happened to my wife when (ME) and an Indian boy came into her life 17:50 - Getting bullied 22:50 - Media representation for Asian Americans 31:50 - What advice do I have? 35:40 - Question of the week! | |||
| Marrying Your First Love & Being An Interracial Couple (ft. Drew & Jade) | 19 Feb 2024 | 01:21:28 | |
This week on Half Past Chai, Suketu & Hallie interview another couple… a fellow interracial couple! Drew and Jade join this week to discuss relationships, religion, being a White/African-American interracial couple, getting engaged, planning their wedding, and marrying your first love (they’re high school sweethearts just like Hallie and Suketu!). There are plenty of deep and meaningful conversations, along with some rapid-fire relationship questions, and their input on some questions that were submitted by YOU. Be sure to visit www.halfpastchai.com to submit your questions to be answered on the podcast. Get cozy, grab your chai, and get ready for this week’s exciting episode with another couple. | |||
| ANSWERING YOUR QUESTIONS: Interfaith Relationships, Racist Stereotypes, & Immigrant Parents | 12 Feb 2024 | 00:50:54 | |
Suketu and Hallie are back at it again this week with… QUESTIONS OF THE WEEK. An entire episode devoted to everyone’s favorite section of the podcast. Happy Monday, Half Past Crew. Do you struggle with navigating your interfaith relationship? Has your family disapproved of your partner because they’re outside of your culture? Why do immigrant parents want their children to be so successful? All of these and more are covered on this week's episode of Half Past Chai. Get cozy, settle in, grab your chai, and enjoy this questions episode of HPC.GO CHECK OUT the Cumin Club at www.thecuminclub.com! This is Hallie’s FIRST brand deal - so exciting. The Cumin Club has pre-packaged Indian meals that make cooking Indian food so much easier. These meals can be done in as quick as 5 minutes and are extra tasty. Use code HALLIE20 at checkout to get 20% off your order! ENJOY Half Past Crew! Be sure to submit your stories at https://www.halfpastchai.com Follow us! https://linktr.ee/halfpastchai | |||
| Controversial Relationship Advice + The 1-Year Anniversary Of Our Podcast | 05 Feb 2024 | 00:43:22 | |
HAPPY BIRTHDAY HALF PAST CREW! Wait, what? 1 whole year of Half Past Chai?! That’s right, this is a very special episode this week. Hallie and Suketu reflect on this past year as podcasters, the challenges they’ve faced, and how they’re continuing to expand this podcast. And then… Do you bring toxic and controversial habits into your relationship? Are you a dramatic person? Do you have baggage? Hallie and Suketu provide very non-normal, and objectionable relationship advice from past experiences they’ve endured in their relationship. Lastly, they end with answering a single question of the week from a listener pertaining to hiding relationships from Indian families. You won’t want to miss this week's comedic and wild episode, so settle in, grab your chai, and get all cozied up. Submit your stories at https://www.halfpastchai.com/ Follow us! https://linktr.ee/halfpastchai | |||
| My Wife Won't Stop Spending Money | Financial Audit | 29 Jan 2024 | 00:57:22 | |
This week on HALF PAST CHAI, Suketu will be doing a financial audit on Hallie’s Finances. We go DEEP into daily spending and set a STRICT monthly budget. After this, we answer some of your questions! Come join us HALF PAST CREW! Be sure to submit your stories at https://www.halfpastchai.com Follow us! https://linktr.ee/halfpastchai | |||
| This Relationship Quiz Told Us To Get Divorced | 22 Jan 2024 | 00:45:12 | |
Relationship quizzes are our new thing… and this one said we aren’t a good match?! HAPPY MONDAY to the Half Past Crew! This week on Half Past Chai, Hallie and Suketu take a couple relationship quizzes that tell them some… not so great things. Have you struggled with regret in your relationship? Is money a big and important factor in your relationship? How much do you REALLY have in common with your partner? Get cozy, grab your chai, and ENJOY this week's episode. Submit your stories at https://www.halfpastchai.com Follow us! https://linktr.ee/halfpastchai | |||
| Marriage Expectations vs. Reality | 15 Jan 2024 | 00:42:35 | |
Relationships are HARD. Happy Monday to you, Half Past Crew. This week Hallie and Suketu are BACK talking about their expectations of marriage, versus the reality of those situations. Do you feel like responsibilities are split in your relationship? Are you both feeling in sync? Do you still have that “spark” you had in the beginning stages of your relationship? Hallie and Suketu have each prepped their own expectations and realities to share with you as they express their thoughts on each one and how they have played a role in their relationship. They also talk about romance in their marriage and how it can be hard to live life like a rom-com. Get cozy, grab your chai, and ENJOY this week's episode.
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| How To Talk About Finances With Your Partner | 08 Jan 2024 | 01:02:09 | |
QUESTIONS. OF. THE. WEEK. What’s up Half Past Crew, this week is a special episode devoted entirely to YOUR questions. That’s right, Hallie and Suketu are back with a solo episode after having a guest on last week. Get ready to have some questions answered and hear Suketu and Hallie’s version of Never Have I Ever with some spicy responses you’ve never heard from them before. Settle in, grab your chai, and get ready to have a good time here at Half Past Chai. Submit your stories at https://www.halfpastchai.com Follow us! https://linktr.ee/halfpastchai | |||
| Dating To Marry, Med School, & Never Using Social Media (ft. Micah Prickett) | 01 Jan 2024 | 01:04:31 | |
HAPPY NEW YEAR Half Past Crew! It is officially 2024 and this week you’re getting a very special episode to kick off the new year… that’s right, Half Past Chai has a guest this week. Hallie and Suketu have a long-time friend who joins the podcast, Mr. Micah Prickett everyone. Micah is a MED SCHOOL student and he’s here and ready to give you the low down on everything you need to know. He also dives into relationships and provides some advice based on questions from YOU, Half Past Crew. Micah opens up about his faith and how this has shaped him into the person he is today. This week's episode is jam-packed with lots of great conversations that you won’t want to miss. Get ready, grab your chai, and settle in for this week's episode of Half Past Chai! Season 2 Episode 39 Submit your stories at https://www.halfpastchai.com/ Follow us! https://linktr.ee/halfpastchai | |||
| Santa Spilled The Chai | 25 Dec 2023 | 00:33:41 | |
IT'S THE HOLIDAY SEASON HALF PAST CREW. If you have no Christmas plans, we gotchu covered. Come join us this week for the LAST episode of the year as we talk about this past year of HALF PAST CHAI! Submit your stories at https://www.halfpastchai.com/ Follow us! https://linktr.ee/halfpastchai | |||
| Gender Roles In Asian Culture | 18 Dec 2023 | 01:03:34 | |
Monday morning means… NEW EPISODE OF HALF PAST CHAI. Hi, hello, good to see you guys again. This week Hallie and Suketu read one of YOUR story submissions from a fellow interracial couple. How much of a factor was the family’s opinion in your breakup? Did the tainting of family image play a role in this? Are American families more accepting in relationships? How do Asian gender roles translate in today’s society? These are all questions that are answered in this week’s episode. Hallie and Suketu also touch on navigating the holiday season as a couple, and how to ensure you and your partner are spending quality time together even when things get chaotic. So get cozy, settle in, and grab your chai. LET’S GET INTO IT. Submit your stories at https://www.halfpastchai.com/ Follow us! https://linktr.ee/halfpastchai | |||
| Why Are Indians So Cheap? | 19 Aug 2024 | 00:46:28 | |
WHY ARE INDIANS SO CHEAP? This common stereotype is very relevant to Suketu’s life as an Indian-American, and we get comments about it ALL the time, so why not address it and talk about it? Suketu is ALSO sharing the biggest lesson he’s learned in his 27 years. Oh yeah, HAPPY BIRTHDAY SUKETU. And Happy Monday, Half Past Crew and THANK YOU for spending your Monday with us. Get cozy, settle in, and grab your chai. Be sure to submit your stories at https://www.halfpastchai.com AND read our weekly blog post! Follow us! https://bio.site/halfpastchai Time codes 0:00 - WELCOME TO HALF PAST CHAI 2:30 - I’m getting old 3:28 - What I learned in my 27 years of being alive 5:40 - Why are Indians so CHEAP? 9:20 - Hallie’s view on money now 15:30 - Buy only when there is a sale 26:30 - What do we do to save money? 33:45 - American spending? 35:38 - Can money buy happiness? 36:50 - Question of the WEEK! 41:41 - Surprise for SUKETU! | |||
| How To Go Viral (Ft. Liam Pineiro ) | 11 Dec 2023 | 01:32:03 | |
Happy Monday! This week Hallie and Suketu are joined by a surprise guest and long-time friend, Liam Piñeiro. Who is Liam? He is a content creator, a comedian, and he is quite famous on TikTok, YouTube, and Instagram. Hallie and Suketu sit down with him and ask him the pressing questions to allow the Half Past Crew to get to know him better: Who are you? Why did you drop out of college? And why did you quit YouTube? At the end, Liam answered questions of the week submitted by YOU. Join this week as we all get to know who exactly Liam Piñeiro is. Submit your stories at https://www.halfpastchai.com/ Follow us! https://linktr.ee/halfpastchai Follow LIAM @LiamPineiro | |||
| Reading Hate Comments | 04 Dec 2023 | 01:12:33 | |
HELLO AND HAPPY MONDAY, Half Past Crew. This week Hallie and Suketu are here to address YOUR hate comments, along with sharing last week's comments on the Desi parents episode. Suketu also asks Hallie some deeper-level questions regarding her past relationships and insecurities that have shaped her into who she is today. And, of course, everyone’s favorite part of each week… QUESTIONS OF THE WEEK, from YOU. That’s right, get excited Half Past Crew because this week we’re getting deep. So settle in, grab your chai, and let’s get into it.Submit your stories at https://www.halfpastchai.com/Follow us! https://linktr.ee/halfpastchai | |||
| How My Desi Parents Messed Me Up | 27 Nov 2023 | 00:58:15 | |
What is it like growing up in a Desi household? Did you carry any childhood trauma into your adulthood and relationships? Were you afraid of your parents as a child? These are ALL questions that are answered this week on Half Past Chai. Happy Monday, Half Past Crew. Suketu shares what it was like moving from India to America at a young age, and how Indian culture shaped who he is today as an adult. Stick to the end for questions of the week submitted by YOU. Sit back, settle in, and enjoy this week's episode of Half. Past. CHAI.
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| Working With Your Spouse | 20 Nov 2023 | 01:04:46 | |
HELLO AND HAPPIEST OF MONDAYS HALF PAST CREW. Hallie and Suketu are BACK AT IT AGAIN with a new episode this week about the business that was created that has helped them to be where they are today. First, they discuss what their business is, how they started it at such a young age, how the business helped them understand finances, and tips and tricks for starting a business. Along with the business aspect, they also dive into how this impacts their relationship with one another… That’s right, being business partners with your spouse? Ain’t no laughing matter. Be sure to stick to the end for questions of the week, and get ready for THIS WILD RIDE OF AN EPISODE. Submit your stories at https://www.halfpastchai.com/ Follow us! https://linktr.ee/halfpastchai | |||
| My Partner Doesn’t Listen | 13 Nov 2023 | 00:55:00 | |
Does your partner listen to you? Do you feel your voice is heard in your relationship? Well, Happy Monday, Half Past Crew. Hallie and Suketu are here this week to talk about the importance of listening in relationships. They die laughing as they share examples of times when they haven’t listened to each other, and the impact this has had on their relationship over time. At the end, they go through YOUR questions and share their thoughts on each submission. Give a 5-star rating on Spotify, like on YouTube, and sit back, relax, and enjoy this week's episode of Half Past Chai. Submit your stories at https://www.halfpastchai.com/ Follow us! https://linktr.ee/halfpastchai | |||
| In My Seasonal Depression Era | 06 Nov 2023 | 01:05:32 | |
HELLO HALF PAST CREW! Time to prioritize your well-being and take care of yourself. We hope you’re ready this week as we talk… seasonal depression. We’ve got it, you’ve maybe got it, it’s hard not to get while it’s freezing, dark, and depressing this winter season. Hallie shares her experience with her own seasonal depression and tips and tricks on how to navigate it. Suketu provides his insight on how to conquer this as a couple and how your partner can help in this situation. AND, of course… you already know we’re doing questions of the week at the end! Enjoy this new episode of Half Past Chai, we’ll see you next Monday. Submit your stories at https://www.halfpastchai.com/ Follow us! https://linktr.ee/halfpastchai | |||
| Answering YOUR Questions: Hate Comments, Secret Relationships, & Social Anxiety | 30 Oct 2023 | 00:59:22 | |
BUCKLE UP BABY! Hallie and Suketu are back this week to answer YOUR questions. Hallie and Suketu give the hard truth about hate comments they have received as an interracial couple, dealing with an argumentative partner, following your dreams, and more. Not sure how to confront your family with a new partner outside of your culture? Feeling alone? Not sure how to break out of your shell and talk to someone you feel a connection with? Hallie and Suketu get vulnerable and discuss their experiences and how you can apply these tips in your situation. Submit your questions and stories to https://www.halfpastchai.com/ All our LINKS: https://linktr.ee/halfpastchai Chapters 00:00 - Intro 04:00 - Half Past Crew 05:24 - What are comments you've gotten about being an interracial couple 12:10 - How did you know that marriage with each other was worth it 17:00 - Do you have fights? 24:35 - Were your parents opposed to two weddings? 28:50 - How do I tell my parents about my SO 37:10 - How to integrate someone with a different background into my family 43:51 - Do I pursue my dreams? 46:58 - When did you know you loved each other? 52:23 - How do I bring the spark back? 58:00 - Outro | |||
| I’m Not Compatible With My Partner | 23 Oct 2023 | 01:06:55 | |
WELCOME BACK, you crazy little tea drinkers. Hallie and Suketu start this podcast off right with a life update and move into… RELATIONSHIP COMPATIBILITY. Are you compatible with your partner? Do you have certain personality traits that help or hinder your relationships? This week Hallie and Suketu walk through it all, ranging from their own personality types, strengths and weaknesses in personality traits, and how this can play a huge role in romantic partnerships. Be sure to stick around til the end for QUESTIONS OF THE WEEK submitted by you. Enjoy this week's episode of Half Past Chai! Personality Test: https://www.16personalities.com/free-personality-test Submit your stories at https://www.halfpastchai.com/ Follow us! https://linktr.ee/halfpastchai Chapters: 0:00 - Intro 0:49 - Update 4:23 - Our personality test results 16:17 - How your personality type can play in your relationship 18:30 - Personality types can change over time 24:42 - What other personality types do we resonate with 36:02 - Our personality type requirements 41:34 - Our goals 51:46 - Questions of the week! | |||
| Being In A Toxic Relationship | 16 Oct 2023 | 00:54:36 | |
HELLO CHAI SQUAD and welcome back to another new episode of Half Past Chai. This week the dynamic duo discusses having opposite-sex friends while in a relationship, toxic jealousy, open relationships, being friends with exes, and more. Hallie shares her perspective on Suketu having a close girl friend while having a girlfriend. Is this a red flag? They explore the topics of jealousy and being controlling in relationships and how this can negatively impact couples. Be sure to stick to the end of the episode as they answer YOUR questions that were submitted. Enjoy and we’ll see you next week. Submit your story at https://www.halfpastchai.com/ Follow us: https://linktr.ee/halfpastchai | |||
| Flirting, Icks, & Relationship Etiquette | 09 Oct 2023 | 00:29:29 | |
This week on Half Past Chai we’re talking… flirting, icks, and relationship etiquette. Join Hallie and Suketu as they relive their first interaction, how it went WRONG, and what they could have done better. They cover major icks, tips and tricks on how to approach a potential partner, and do's and don't's in relationships. Do you check your partner's phone? Do you have their location TOO? Tune in this week as all these topics, and MORE, are covered. Submit your stories at https://www.halfpastchai.com/Our Links: https://linktr.ee/halfpastchai | |||
| Why I HAD To Lie To My Indian Parents | 12 Aug 2024 | 00:37:38 | |
I lied… A LOT. Welcome back, Half Past Crew and HAPPIEST of Monday’s to you. This week Suketu is sharing EVERYTHING HE HAS EVER LIED ABOUT IN HIS LIFE. We see you guys, and we were flooded with responses from last podcast episode about how you also lie to your family! Twins! Is it an Asian thing? Is it just a thing us young people do? We also answer one of YOUR questions of the week at the end, and we also talk about how annoying Suketu is when he’s sick. Enjoy this one and we’ll see you next time. Be sure to submit your stories at https://www.halfpastchai.com AND read our weekly blog post! Follow us! https://bio.site/halfpastchai Time codes 0:00 - WELCOME TO HALF PAST CHAI 2:00 - The first lie I remember telling 6:06 - Why did I lie? 13:38 - Hallie doesn’t lie? 17:20 - What my parents were strict on 21:10 - Hallie’s parents were chill 24:52 - Question of the WEEK 34:20 - Suketu is SICK | |||
| HOW TO SURVIVE COLLEGE | 02 Oct 2023 | 01:14:14 | |
Are you struggling to find your place in college? Is it challenging to put yourself out there? To find jobs and internships? Are you just feeling lost with no direction? Hallie and Suketu share their college tales in this week's episode and reminiscence on their days in school. This episode will leave you feeling more confident and ready to take on challenges in college, whether it be finding friends, balancing your life and school work, crafting your resume, and applying to jobs and internships. They share tips and tricks on surviving the hardships of college, along with telling stories and giving advice on how they were able to deal with bumps in the road along the way. 🔽SUBMIT YOUR STORIES🔽 www.halfpastchai.com https://linktr.ee/halfpastchai | |||
| Why We Broke Up | 25 Sep 2023 | 01:01:46 | |
This week Hallie and Suketu re-live their breakup period that happened over 7 years ago. They talk about the heartbreak they both endured and how they coped during this time without each other. Why did they break up when they both loved each other? Was loving each other not enough? How did they reconcile after the break up and how long did it take for them to figure things out? All these questions and more are answered on this week's episode of Half Past Chai. www.halfpastchai.com | |||
| What We've Learned From Being Married | 18 Sep 2023 | 00:38:19 | |
Join Suketu and Hallie this week as they return to the place where they got married two years ago! There is a touch of nostalgia as they reminisce about their special day. They discuss all of the tips and tricks they’ve learned in the past 2 years of being married and highlight the most outstanding elements in their marriage thus far. Hallie discusses how important it is to put the WORK into your marriage, though it is not easy at times. Suketu describes his friendship with Hallie and how he treats her with a constant level of respect in their relationship. They give a full tour of their wedding venue paired with raw footage from their wedding to give a full image of what their special day looked like. Get ready to sit and WATCH as they take you back in time to their wedding. All our links: https://linktr.ee/halfpastchai | |||
| Why I Married A White Woman | 11 Sep 2023 | 01:02:12 | |
Join us for a thought-provoking and candid discussion on Half Past Chai, where we explore the intricacies of love, culture, and identity. In this eye-opening episode, we delve deep into the personal journey of Suketu and why he chose to marry a white woman. We invite listeners to reflect on their own perceptions of love, race, and cultural diversity. More at www.halfpastchai.com | |||