Beyond Borders Podcast

In this episode, Dheeraj Tyagi and Aju John open up about the hidden struggles faced by South Asian students —from financial hardship and visa uncertainty to exploitation, isolation, and broken promises. 🇮🇳🇩🇪 About Dheeraj Tyagi: Dheeraj was a Master’s student in Germany, working as a delivery rider for Uber Eats. Disturbed by the company’s unfair payment policies and poor working conditions, he c...

In this bold and heartfelt episode of Beyond Borders , Aakriti Dhawan speaks with designer, healer, and outspoken LGBTQ+ voice Akassh K Aggarwal . From his experiences navigating gender and identity to calling out tokenism in Bollywood, Akassh shares what it really means to be seen—and unseen—in Indian society. 🌈 Topics Covered: Growing up queer in a conservative environment The cost of silence a...

What happens when two women—one from India, one from Pakistan—sit down for an honest, no-politics conversation about life, culture, and identity? In this episode of Beyond Borders, I speak with Alishba, a Pakistani guest, to explore what growing up across the border really feels like. From shared foods and family expectations to media narratives and gender roles, nothing is off-limits. ✨ A rare,...

In this powerful episode, ⁠ @NanditaKhandelwal ⁠ (fitness and health coach) breaks the silence around women’s health issues that are often misunderstood or ignored. From period pain and PCOS (Polycystic Ovary Syndrome) to hormonal health and wellness, we explore why it’s time to normalize these conversations. 🔔 Follow for more📲 Follow us on Instagram: / beyond_borderspod

She started in a small town. Today, she wears the crown. In this powerful episode, Miss TransQueen India 2023 and Miss International Queen India 2024, Arshi Ghosh, opens up about her journey as a trans woman in India — from facing rejection and invisibility to becoming a national icon of beauty, strength, and change. We dive into what it was like growing up trans in small-town India, the pressure...

Meena Kotwal, Shivalika Puri, Jaishree Kumar, Shumaila Khan, and host Aakriti Dhawan discuss the layered challenges of casteism, sexism, rape threats, online harassment, and the everyday fear of being a woman journalist in India. The world’s largest democracy, yet ranked 159th in the 2024 World Press Freedom Index, what does reporting, resisting, and reclaiming space as a woman in the Indian newsr...

In this powerful talk, Pallavi Garg — a fierce #criminal #lawyer breaking barriers in a male-dominated field - shares her journey, challenges in the courtroom, and take on the 'superwoman' label often placed on #women. A compelling chat on gender, grit, and redefining success.

In this candid conversation, Dr. Wali shares fascinating insights from his decades-long medical career, what it’s like treating India’s top leaders, and his take on the future of healthcare in India as well as hope for young adults. We dive deep into a nation’s health pulse — with a few laughs along the way. 🔔 Follow for more📲 Follow us on Instagram: / beyond_borderspod

Sashank Navaladi, is a distinguished Indian music composer, sarod player, and vocalist. He sits with us to talk about his journey - making cross-border music, and living as a South Asian in LA. He discusses his work with #alisethi #arrahman and #beck. To everyone out there striving to build a better world for themselves—this one's for you. Host : Aakriti Dhawan Editor: Lakshay Sharma /Subham Sharm...

What does single motherhood really cost? In this deeply personal episode of Beyond Borders Podcast, I sit down with my mother for an unfiltered conversation about raising a daughter alone, generational expectations, mental health, and the quiet sacrifices that often go unseen. This is a Women’s Day tribute. It’s a real conversation about power, pressure, and love across generations. If this episod...

Reena Rai, the visionary behind Miss TransQueen India, is on a mission to challenge stereotypes and reshape the narrative around inclusivity. In this episode, we dive into her journey—her struggles, victories, and the impact of true representation. How do we move beyond stereotypes? And what role does it take to shape a change? Tune in for an insightful conversation that goes beyond borders! Host:...