Modern Day Motherhood: Where Zarna’s offended that American moms give and give—and don’t even expect their kids to take care of them when they’re old. Meanwhile, the Garg kids start pushing back with their concerns and fears as they realize “taking care of your parents” isn’t just a sweet idea, but the reality of what's expected of them. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The things you definitely can’t tell your parents—like who you love, how you feel, or that you’re mildly sad sometimes. Because God forbid anyone gets offended...Lucky for you, we still revealed these secrets to prove to you how it goes over here. What's the reality of your family dynamics? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

If you don’t know sports, are you even a man? In this episode, the boys break down why basic knowledge on sports is a measure of masculinity, and maybe even your value as a human being. We dive into the friendships built (and destroyed) over team loyalty while Zoya confesses the ways she lied about enjoying sports to impress boys. Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-zarna-garg-show/id1699849965 Spotify: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/zarna-garg BOOK YOUR TICKET TODAY! Website: https://zarnagarg.com/ Instagram : @ZarnaGarg Podcast : @zarnagargfamilypodcast #podcast #family #indian #comedy #newyorkcity #culture #asia #usa #healthy #parenting Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

All jokes aside, the Zarna Garg branding might have just cost all my kids’ their chance in being employed by corporate life. Not to mention that now alongside the constant eyes on me, they won’t ever get that break either. When so much of your life is out on the internet, how are my young kids making a life of their own? BOOK YOUR TICKET TODAY! Website: https://zarnagarg.com/ Instagram : @ZarnaGarg Podcast : @zarnagargfamilypodcast YouTube: https://youtu.be/JLeIYPn8Xo0 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Are you just lonely if you’re choosing to spend your birthday alone? Are you narcissistic for wanting to spend tons of money in a lavish celebration? Dive into this episode to hear all about how we, as a family, criticize each other for the different choices we make in celebrating a new year of life. BOOK YOUR TICKET TODAY! Website: https://zarnagarg.com/ Instagram : @ZarnaGarg Podcast : @zarnagargfamilypodcast YouTube: https://youtu.be/JLeIYPn8Xo0 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Taking a risk might just be the biggest gamble of all. The Gargs don’t believe in gatekeeping success, so we’re sharing how the government incentivizes entrepreneurship and the true rewards of working for yourself. But we’re also tackling the loneliness of being your own boss and navigating the stark divide between corporate life and entrepreneurship. So, is the risk worth it? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

What’s worth the hype and what’s just overproduced fluff? The Garg’s are delving into the movies they’re most excited about and breaking down self-help empires like MasterClass. Are they really the secret to success or just deceiving people to believe they can be successful? Keep watching and you’ll also hear a spoiler on our next big project… Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Think your family fights are messy? This week, we’re serving a masterclass in chaotic disputes—complete with passive-aggressive apologies, food fights (literally and metaphorically), and desperate attempts to define what encompasses a genuine thank you. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Gift giving doesn’t have to be as stressful as everyone makes it out to be.  Getting into comedy was never a part of the plan, and that only changed after one present from my daughter. Hear all about it in this quick episode!  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Forget trophies; the Garg's prove that teaching math to the neighbor's kid and breaking gender norms might just be your ticket to college—and a spot on their holiday card list. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Ever hosted a dinner where a vegan dish caused more drama than your mother in law? Our chaotic Thanksgiving is one for the books, so tune in, grab some food (leftovers) and get ready to be frustrated at my son Brij. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

This holiday season, we unwrap the true meaning of Christmas. Spoiler alert: it’s not the gifts, it’s the credit debt. Here, the Garg’s cry over maxing out credit cards for presents no one actually wants, and pretending that inviting your mother in law to Thanksgiving dinner isn’t worse than World War III.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

We have to stop pretending like everybody loves everybody equally. We do have favorites, and yes, that includes in the family as well. Tune in while we reveal who our favorites AND least favorites are among the Gargs. BOOK YOUR TICKET TODAY! Website: https://zarnagarg.com/ Instagram : @ZarnaGarg Podcast : @zarnagargfamilypodcast Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

What does it take to build a comedy empire with your sibling? Clayton Peters opens up about his journey with his brother, Russell Peters, from their immigrant roots in Toronto to running a global comedy brand. Clayton shares the highs and lows of his sibling bond that that fueled their success. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Trump wins again, and America’s identity is essentially in an existential crisis. Through a family lens, we unpack the chaos, from college campus divides to the Supreme Court’s lifetime VIP passes, and discover why navigating our nation’s future might be harder than surviving Thanksgiving dinner. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Want real drama? Imagine a house where your kids are demanding the “American thrill,” but it’s the polar opposite of your parents’ cultural expectations. Yes, that means Bollywood films double as cultural education.  This episode is raw and real, but most importantly, we learn that sibling bonding is nothing short of a contact sport.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Shalabh said it best - probably the only presidential figure hosting a foreign culture’s party at his home. What an honor it was to be invited and to have brought the whole Garg family. And now you can come along with this recap where of course, no details were spared. Just for you, a very special, bonus episode. Enjoy, and Happy Diwali! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

This week’s episode may have been inspired by Brij’s experimentation with facial hair, but it’s stylish chaos in the Garg household. From designer brands (and questionable styles) to budget-friendly basics, we navigate how first impressions and facial hair shape our unique styles.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Ever been ghosted by your own kids in a family group chat? Been there, done that. Dive into Zoya, Brij, and Veer’s private conversations, while my husband Shalabh and I just barely get through pixelated FaceTime calls. It’s family communication at its finest, or rather a series of unfortunate (tech) events. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Who would be your ultimate dinner guest—Winston Churchill or Kris Jenner? Today we debate our dream dinner guests, from historical legends to modern-day marketing masterminds like Mr. Beast. Spoiler: No son of mine should be saying Mr. Beast over George Boole. Google him. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Screen time slowly killing you...and us too. We've got sneaky TikTok sessions and digital detox fails fueling our device addiction, FOMO, and our epic struggle to disconnect. We have a tip or two though—only if we can manage to stay off our phones long enough to share them. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Think luxury means quality? We beg to differ. From ‘prestigious’ colleges to overpriced workout gear, we're tearing down the myth of brand exclusivity and revealing the truth about value. Is it the name or the effort behind it? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Make this sound more humanely with personality: Ever wondered what qualifies as a hobby—and how much it can cost? Join us to unpack the Garg family's quirks, from Shalab’s stylish sneaker obsession to Zoya’s puzzle madness that left her roommate ready to leave. And don't get me started about the pricey world of passions, from urban farming adventures to the unexpected costs of beekeeping. Wait, why are we talking about having fun again? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Manipulation? It’s when everyone in your family is claiming to be an open book, but we’ve all been going against each other’s backs with secrets. Brij is rushing to end the episode, Shalabh dad refuses to share his phone, and Veer realizes he couldn’t trust his brother with anything he ever shared. Feelings definitely got hurt, and it turns into a disaster of an episode. Learn who the full blown liars among the Gargs are by tuning in. BOOK YOUR TICKET TODAY! Website: https://zarnagarg.com/ Instagram : @ZarnaGarg Podcast : @zarnagargfamilypodcast Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Curious about how much power you really have as a citizen? Join us and dive into the tangled web of American politics, where civic duties meet constitutional confusion. Can you love your country without getting called a nationalist? Is democracy still functioning? Beats me, but Brij, after taking one AP Government Class, seems pretty certified to speak. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Ever wonder if your siblings are your secret life coaches—or just undercover agents of chaos? Join us as we expose the hilarious and heartwarming truths of siblinghood. From raising kids without a village, to tackling sibling rivalries, get ready as we reveal the unspoken codes that keep our family (mostly) sane.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In this episode, the Garg family dissects the sugar epidemic, exposing everything from deceptively high fructose corn syrup to the hidden sugars in everyday items like toothpaste. With Shalabh’s chemical engineering expertise and Zarna’s eye for misleading labels, they reveal the absurdity of our sugar-coated world, and practical tips to break free from its sweet grip. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

What if you could redesign the entire education system from scratch?  Veer maps out the perfect school, Brij advocates for financial literacy curriculum, a fitness center, and overpaid teachers, and Zarna begs to scrap humanities at large (despite her secret passion for writing). From carpentry to driving school, practical skills take center stage, but the real fun begins when each family member gets to make three outrageous wishes from a genie. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Success lives on the other side of fear," or at least that’s what we told ourselves when we turned our anxiety into advice on today’s episode. We explore why confidence looks different in men and women, how introverts fake it so well, and even throw in some questionable dating advice. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

To be fully transparent, Veer is often good at being forgotten, as our third child,  but behind that quiet demeanor is a treasure trove of wisdom. As a fan favorite in this podcast series, Veer shares what he learned alongside his achieving siblings, about surviving an immigrant parent household, and meeting high expectations while living life to the fullest.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Ever wondered how financial wisdom can transform your life? Join us while my husband, who's been knee-deep in finance for 25 years, reveals the glamorous secrets of patience in career growth and the heart-pounding excitement of low-fee index funds. Spoiler: it’s like watching paint dry, but with money! The kids hone in on what financial independence mans to them, and perhaps we even share tips that might just make you a millionaire—or at least help you survive the next rent cycle.  YouTube: https://youtu.be/NbaBY7U190A Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-zarna-garg-show/id1699849965 Spotify: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/zarna-garg BOOK YOUR TICKET TODAY! Website: https://zarnagarg.com/ Instagram :  @ZarnaGarg   Podcast : @zarnagargfamilypodcast #podcast #family #indian #comedy #newyorkcity #culture #asia #usa #food #healthy #greens #healthyeating #healthyrecipes #parenting Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Can healthy eating be cheap- and is it even worth the fuss? Join in on our chaotic kitchen chats for some hacks on stretching your food budget while questioning the absurdities of our food system. We’ll show you how to eat well without breaking the bank. You can save for the more important things in life - Hermes bags. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Ever considered charging your kids rent? Financial independence is not just a personal milestone - it’s a socio-cultural challenge, especially within immigrant families. Tune in while our kids open up about their take on parental control over finances and the pressures of becoming self-sufficient. We tackle the practicality of shared expenses, the nuances of prenups, and the cultural expectations of caring for parents in their later years. But most importantly, why kids should be paying their dues through RENT. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

What if your favorite drinks were sneakily sabotaging your health? Join the Garg family as they tackle their beverage habits, from Shalabh’s soda obsession to Zoya's coffee addiction. Learn how to survive parties without booze and the eternal battle between protein shakes and chai. A not-so-serious guide to healthier habits, if you will.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Today’s episode features only Zarna’s kids and husband, all who attempt to quantify her fame—because sure, people recognize her, but from an insider’s perspective, how is her celebrity status perceived? Along the way, the siblings get in a heated debate on entrepreneurship vs. corporate, and whether starting a business is really about passion, profit, or finding an excuse to never sit through another company-wide Zoom meeting.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

How does a lifelong vegetarian navigate raising kids in America while her husband embraces meat diets? Join us as we tackle this family feud, with Shalabh young conversion to meat-eating and our daughter Zoya’s yoga-inspired veganism. We dive into the environmental impact of our diets, from factory farming to shocking vegetarian eco-costs, and share practical tips for healthier plant-based protein diets. Reflecting on our journey in parenting and feeding our kids, we discuss the challenge of instilling good dietary habits early while keeping our sanity intact. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Ever wondered how your childhood shapes your pet ownership views? Zarna's Indian upbringing clashed with her husband Shalabh's fond memories of a childhood dog, leading their kids to get involved in the debate. The Garg family tackles societal norms that shove pet responsibilities onto moms, dream up futuristic robot pets, and dive into the ethics of adopting vs. breeding. And of course, join us for the conversation as we navigate the murky waters of pets as property vs. family.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On today’s episode, the Garg family clashes over wildly different entertainment tastes. From dad’s new obsession with "Gossip Girl" to heated debates on "Squid Games" subtitles, it’s chaos. Relive childhood traumas with crocodile attacks from "Kumbhari Mang" and mom’s dramatic "Urta Punjab" scare tactic, and dive into all our favorite shows, guilty pleasures, and TV wars.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Tune into this week’s  Father's Day special, where my husband Shalabh and our kids dish out the messy truth about fatherhood. Laugh at Zoya's gym adventures with her dad, his desire to look all buff and big for you viewers, and Shalabh’s epic fails at balancing work and family chaos. We explore South Asian stereotypes as Shalabh encourages our daughter to speak her mind and defies the traditional Indian dad mold...something I’m still deciding whether or not I appreciate.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Imagine a family dynamic where your California-based daughter is living off of green smoothies, while Indian immigrant mother is strapping her fitness watch to her youngest son to get those steps in, as she takes her fourth nap of the day. Self-care means a few different things for the Garg family. Tune into the banter as we navigate self-care in our South Asian x American home, financial stability, and the chaos of family life.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Can parents and kids ever be true friends? On this episode, we tackle the cultural contrasts between American and Indian parenting, the delicate balance between support and overbearing control, and the trials of sharing personal details within a family. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Ever wonder how love can transcend cultural boundaries? Pull up a chair as we navigate the blending of cultures, parental expectations, and the awkward rundown on safe intimate practices. Between immigrant parents and opinionated kids, the conversation is no short of a roller coaster. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On this episode, we get right into the whirlwind of South Asian fitness. From reminiscing about high school weight rooms to now lying about my 25,000 steps a day, we explore the cultural nuances of weightlifting and muscle gain. We wrap it all up with some exclusive wellness secrets tailored for the South Asian lifestyle.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Pull up a chair at the family dinner table, where Zarna and her family dive headfirst into the world of birth order dynamics. From the bossy eldest to the peacekeeper middle child and the rebellious youngest, they hash out 'middle child syndrome,' debate whether parental discipline is fair play, and reminisce about the sheer madness of growing up Garg-style. With enough sibling banter to rival a sitcom, this episode is an…interesting…peek into the Garg family life.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

My husband and I face off against our college-bound daughter over when to tie the knot. Arranged marriages, matchmaking aunties, and extravagant weddings are colliding with the realities of love, career aspirations, and personal freedom. Inspired by the Kardashians, we'll explore how public figures balance family growth with personal development and gender expectations. It's a cultural clash like no other, and you won't want to miss a single moment of the uproarious fun! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Figuring out you’re gay isn't the hard part — but telling your Indian parents…? The Gargs sit down with Roshan Sethi, director of the new film, “This Indian Boy,” to unpack what it was like to come out. From personal revelations to watching friends navigate the minefield of family expectations, this is the raw take on what it's like to be Indian and gay. BOOK YOUR TICKET TODAY! Website: https://zarnagarg.com/ Instagram : @ZarnaGarg Podcast : @zarnagargfamilypodcast Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Garg family dives into their spring break stories against the backdrop of bustling New York City. Picture this: a whirlwind of debates over cultural trips vs wild, risky, Gen Z adventures, and the comical clash between the kids' beach dreams and the parents’ immigrant-rooted values. And of course, we explore the pursuit of happiness versus success, championing the joys of a 'boring' life and the importance of family support. Tune in!  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

As a mom who's balancing the chaos of parenting with the chaos of stand-up comedy, our family podcast is a rollercoaster ride of laughs and real talk. From juggling mom guilt to chasing dreams on stage, we tackle the sticky subject of parental guilt head-on. The joy of pursing your goals, we’ve learned, may call for the occasional absence on some of your kids’ big moments, but it’s the start of their self-reliance and independence that will be reshaping our family structure.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Dive into the complexities of Indian parenting! We're tackling the eternal question: where's the line between being disciplined and just plain clueless? From the nuances of responsibility to a parent’s right to discipline, we're diving into the chaos with humor and heart, and a sprinkle of cultural identity crises. YouTube: https://youtu.be/xl4OqWGNjHU Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-zarna-garg-show/id1699849965 Spotify: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/zarna-garg BOOK YOUR TICKET TODAY! Website: https://zarnagarg.com/ Instagram :  @ZarnaGarg   Podcast : @zarnagargfamilypodcast Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Join the Garg family on a captivating journey through the heart of New York City. From the subway's symphony to the diverse cultural tapestry, we explore urban living through their vibrant stories. Bid farewell to Brij, who is soon bound for Cornell University, embrace the city's relentless pace, and share your own experiences as we celebrate the ever-pulsing life of New York City.  YouTube: https://youtu.be/0IIMyyBC8pY Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-zarna-garg-show/id1699849965 Spotify: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/zarna-garg Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices