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Brown Boy Chronicles

Society EN ↓ 50 episodes

Three Indian-American friends share their perspectives and opinions on life, music, fashion, and everything in between. Hosted by Harvey (Rinku), KV, and Lucky. The boys met during their time at Pitt and reconnected after starting their careers. They created this podcast to help shed light on various south asian creatives and have unrestricted open conversations. Harvey is a Resident Physician based in PA, KV is a Software Developer in Dallas and Lucky is a Programmer, based in Philadelphia. Creative Direction is led by Deech, a designer based in Cali. Hope you enjoy! Support this podcast: htt...

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Sep 4, 2023

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Episodes

S3 EP6: Is it wrong to be selfish? 04.02.2022

The boys catch up and discuss their major expenses for 2022. From Louis Vuitton belts to Bottle Service to Weddings, the boys account for all of their materialistic desires and determine if they are truly selfish. And if so, is it really that bad to be selfish? Aren't we all a bit selfish? Tune in to the discussion and feel free to share your thoughts! https://linktr.ee/brownboychronicles https://...

S3 EP5: Conflict Resolution 28.01.2022

The boys had some beef this week! Don’t worry, it was just a minor disagreement but they’re back and ready to share some knowledge on conflict resolution. They discuss how they each confront issues that arise with their close friends and collaborators. Lastly, they talk about identifying true friendships vs transactional acquaintances.

S3 EP4: Adulting 21.01.2022

In this week's episode, the boys discuss the transition into adulthood and all of its unexpected burdens. They reminisce on their younger days when life was easy and exciting. Lastly, they discuss ways to keep their inner child alive as they progress through life. 

S3 EP3: FloraMind ft. Mahmoud Khedr 14.01.2022

[TW: Topics in this episode include Mental Health, Suicide, Depression, Anxiety] Continuing from last week's discussion with Mahmoud "Moody" Khedr on mental health, the boys learn more about his startup, FloraMind. In this episode, Moody describes the methods FloraMind employs to leave an impact on the youth regarding mental health awareness. The boys also discuss the potential drawbacks of societ...

S3 EP2: Feeling Moody ft. Mahmoud Khedr 07.01.2022

[TW: Topics in this episode include Mental Health, Suicide, Depression, Anxiety] This week the boys bring on Mahmoud "Moody" Khedr to shine a light on his life growing up in NYC as an Egyptian immigrant. Moody channeled his personal struggles and experiences into creating Floramind, a startup focused on mental health education and empowerment. The boys converse on potential factors that contribute...

S3 EP1: It's Everyday Bro 31.12.2021

Welcome to the Season 3 Opener! The boys are back!!! This week they discuss the routines that help them maintain their mental clarity. They also talk about their methods for getting out of emotional states. Lastly, they lay out their plans and resolutions for 2022. 

S2 EP10: Live from the Studio! 10.12.2021

The boys wrap up season 2 with their first live recording in Philly. They talk about the inception of the podcast and behind-the-scenes production. They hope to continue building the vision for the podcast in the coming seasons. Happy Holidays to the BBC Fam!

S2 EP9: Harvey Graham 03.12.2021

This week, join the boys as they walk down Hollywood Blvd and recall their encounters with the rich and famous. Some of these celebrity sightings include Dennis Graham, Trippie Redd, G Sidhu, and a whole slew of actors that you may or may not have heard of. The boys banter on about celebrity family dynamics. Lastly, they talk about the legacy of the late designer, Virgil Abloh. R.I.P. VA

S2 EP8: Welcome to the Metaverse ft. Samraaj Bath 27.11.2021

The Bathman is back! The boys talk about Samraaj's crypto ventures and delve into the Metaverse. They debate the pros and cons of the Metaverse and the psychological effects it will have on them and future generations. 

S2 EP7: CHAICECREAM ft. Samraaj Bath 19.11.2021

The boys sit down with their friend Samraaj Bath to talk business. Samraaj is a serial entrepreneur and cooking enthusiast based in Seattle. His contrarian nature led him to start several businesses during the pandemic including an ice cream company called Chaicream. Tune in and get some free insight into the world of entrepreneurship.

S2 EP6: Changing Seasons 12.11.2021

The boys dial in from their respective cities. They talk about the changing weather and the limitations it brings in their daily lifestyle in terms of going out and their routines. Sip, chill, and enjoy the show!

S2 EP5: Tats On My Arm 05.11.2021

This week, the boys talk about tattoos, piercings, and body modifications. KV and Harvey share inspirations behind their tattoos, meanwhile, Deech and Lucky explain why they don't have any pieces. On top of that, they try to deconstruct the optics of piercings/tattoos and give social commentary.   

S2 EP4: Jeeper Creepers 29.10.2021

The boys discuss Halloween horrors of the past. Superstitions, Dark Arts, and Dollar Store Costumes are a glimpse into the madness of this episode. Happy Halloween from the Brown Boy Chronicles family!

S2 EP3: Do Your Own Thing ft. Producer AP 22.10.2021

The boys take a deep dive into the life of their friend and producer, Anmol A.K.A "AP".  Currently based in Chicago, Anmol cut his teeth in music production by apprenticing as an audio engineer at ID labs in Pittsburgh. He shares his perspective on balancing his creative passion while working a full-time job in finance. From stolen beats to the awkward studio sessions, AP shares it all. 

S2 EP2: Family Dynamics Part 2 15.10.2021

Continuing from the last episode, the boys describe scenarios that hone the Brown Boy(Girl) finesse. From navigating through peculiar situations to straight-up deception, they share stories that made them. They also touch upon the dynamics of extended Brown familial relations.  

S2 EP1: Family Dynamics 12.10.2021

Welcome to Season 2 of Brown Boy Chronicles. In the season opener, the boys share their perspectives of growing up in a brown household. Reminiscing through personal stories, they highlight emotional pitfalls and the silver linings of Brown Family dynamics. Scenarios of embarrassment, temper tantrums and possible childhood trauma, they try to determine the root of it all. *DISCLAIMER* (We DO NOT e...

10. No Plan B ft. Onik 23.09.2021

The boys bring on a guest to celebrate the 10th episode of Brown Boy Chronicles. Meet Raif "Onik" Hossain, a Bangladeshi-American rapper and designer from New York.  Check out Onik's music:   Spotify:  https://open.spotify.com/artist/5vGtX4qWhmRuhpQEiDhFpV?si=Zymj0fDXSwu4zd6yzNTiAg&nd=1 Soundcloud:  https://soundcloud.com/onik3  Apple Music:  https://music.apple.c...

9. Setbacks 16.09.2021

The boys discuss their setbacks and the paths they took to overcome them. Sometimes you lose the battle but you can still win the war.

8. Sleepless Nights 08.09.2021

The boys discuss their contrasting sleep habits. From KV's Bane mask to Deech's pee alarm to Harvey's 8 pm bedtime, here’s a glimpse into their nighttime adventures. Product recommendations: ResMed AirSense 10, Wet-Stop 3 (Green)

7. For the Culture 01.09.2021

The boys play hypothetical with their future familial lives. They weigh upon ideas to preserve the "culture". 

6. Getting Lucky in Louisiana 25.08.2021

The boys recall their travel experiences and foreign encounters. Harvey enlightens everyone on navigating through language barriers.  Download Google translate. 

5. Free Will and the Battle with Social Media 18.08.2021

In this week's chronicles, the boys debate the concept of free will, the sin threshold, and their love-hate relationship with social media. 

4. Is God Real? 11.08.2021

Oh no! It's the religion episode. The boys give an overview of Sikhism and Hinduism and explore the similarities and differences between the two religions. They discuss their upbringings and how religion affected their outlook on life. On top of that, they dive into the idea of how important religion/spirituality is along with questioning the reality of God. *DISCLAIMER* We want to stres...

2. Do U have ADHD? 09.07.2021

The boys talk about depleting attention spans and remembering their early days of going to school and finding music before streaming became universal. Then the conversation takes a left turn and they talk about reverse aging...blame Harvey.

1. The Brown Season 09.07.2021

Welcome to Brown Boy Chronicles Episode 1! The boys discuss J. Cole's latest album, The Off-Season. Starting from Cole’s earliest work to his latest project, the boys go into detail about his discography and his impact on the music scene and culture.

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