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Two Chickpeas In A Podcast
Two sisters from West London explore their heritage and identity as they question the different issues that affect them being third-generation Asian. Guests often join the Two Chickpeas to help them on their journey to understanding who they are as British Asians.
Episodes
Two Chickpeas In A PodcastWE WERE BOTH MARRIED WHEN WE MET| Nishant + Sunaina
The Two Chickpeas sit down with Nishant and Sunaina, both were married when they first met and they share their story and the journey to their love story…
Two Chickpeas In A PodcastHE WAS MARRIED THE WHOLE TIME
The Two Chickpeas catch up with each other and the recent events that have occured in their lives. From taking the next step in their relationship for one…
Two Chickpeas In A PodcastMeera Syal | Vigilauntie: A Memoir, Innit
The living legend, Dame Meera Syal sits down with the Two Chickpeas to talk about her new memoir, Vigilauntie. Discussing her life and what has shaped it, her…
Two Chickpeas In A PodcastNever Had A Chance | Amar Chaggar & Jazz Bhalla
We sit down with director, Jazz Bhalla and lead, Amar Chaggar to talk about Never Had A Chance. A film about real experiences in Hounslow with some added…
Two Chickpeas In A PodcastSeason 4, Ep 1: 'You just haven't released anything'
The Two Chickpeas are back! After 18 months off, Nikkita and Natasha Beghi come back to the podcast to open up about the abrupt stop and the coming back. They…
Two Chickpeas In A PodcastNHS Talking Therapies
NHS Talking Therapies with Dr. Nighat Arif and Harmeet Kaur. NHS offers Talking Therapies for free. You can refer yourself online by visiting nhs.uk/Talk
Two Chickpeas In A PodcastSEXUAL HARASSMENT FT UNAPOLOGETIC PODCAST | SEASON 3, EP 14
On this special collaborative the Two Chickpeas are joined SilverJay from the Unapologetic Podcast, to discuss Sexual Harassment, their personal experiences…
Two Chickpeas In A PodcastHONOR BASED ABUSE | KARMA NIRVANA
The Chickpeas are joined by Executive Director from Karma Nirvana, Natasha Rattu, to discuss the Honor Based Abuse campaign and the different types of abuse…
Two Chickpeas In A PodcastMADSTARBASE | SEASON 3, EP 12
In this special episode with producer and DJ duo MadStarBase, we delve into the journey of Neal and Anant in breaking barriers in he clubs in India, feeling…
Two Chickpeas In A PodcastVITAMIN D | THE STIGMA OF DIVORCE IN SOUTH ASIAN CULTURE | SEASON 3 EP 13
The Two Chickpeas sit down with writer and actor of Vitamin D, Saher Shah,(on zoom) to talk all about this incredible and powerful production coming to Soho…
Two Chickpeas In A Podcast'GHAR GHAR' | A PLAY ABOUT SOUTH ASIAN FAMILIES | SEASON 3 EP 12
Join Tash as she talks to writer and producer of "Ghar Ghar' a play about South Asian families and the dysfunctional dynamics that are always there but never…

Two Chickpeas In A PodcastESHAAN AKBAR | "BEING BRITISH ASIAN IS F****ING AMAZING" | SEASON 3 EP 10
Two Chickpeas sit down with comedian Eshaan Akbar. Eshaan began his comedy career ten years ago and has been making people cry with laughter ever since. You…
Two Chickpeas In A PodcastSIGNS & SYMPTOMS OF CANCER WITH DR RANJ | NHS | SEASON 3 EP 9
In paternership with the NHS ( @NHS ) we have put together some important information on the signs and symptoms of cancer, please do share this with your…
Two Chickpeas In A PodcastFITNESS WITH KEISHA | MANAGING PCOS AND MOTHERHOOD | SEASON 3 EP 8
Three years later and after the pandemic, The Chickpeas are once again joined by fitness and PCOS coach, Keisha Sethi. In this exciting episode get to know…
Two Chickpeas In A PodcastBOBBY SEAGULL | MATH, DATING AND INDIAN MATCHMAKING | SEASON 3, EP 7
The Two Chickpeas are joined by broadcaster, teacher and writer, Bobby Seagull. Bobby delves into his upbringing, his role as a teacher, how maths actually…
Two Chickpeas In A PodcastTwo Chickpeas X The Scene: Cultural Expression
What's س ? Pronounced ‘’scene’’ or ‘’seen’’, encapsulates the spirit of unity, belonging, and creative expression. This dynamic gathering serves as a platform…
Two Chickpeas In A PodcastUROOJ ASHFAQ | "MEN LOVE FUNNY WOMEN" | SEASON 3, EP 6
Yes we are back, 2024, and kicking it off with UROOJ ASHFAQ! @TwoChickpeasInAPodcast @UroojAshfaq @SohoTheatre Born in Dubai, Urooj moved to Mumbai at the age…
Two Chickpeas In A PodcastPARLE PATEL ON THE SIGNIFICANCE OF NAVRATRI, GARBA AND PLANET PARLE | SEASON 3 EP 5
A long awaited episode and a personal favourite for the Two Chickpeas brings you Parle Patel AKA Planet Parle. The Chickpeas sit down to discuss with the Garba…
Two Chickpeas In A PodcastVIM | INDIAN MATCHMAKING | "I LIKE YOUR VIBE AND YOU'VE GOT A GOOD AURA" | SEASON 3, EP 4
Vim from Netflix's Indian Matchmaking -- Please do leave us a review on Spotify or Apple Podcasts. We would love for you to check our YouTube page too for the…
Two Chickpeas In A PodcastI HAD A NOSE JOB IN ISTANBUL, TURKEY AND I LOVE IT | SEASON 3, EP 3 | FULL EPISODE ON YOUTUBE
In this episode, one Chickpea, Natasha tells her experience and journey in wanting a rhinoplasty aka a nose job. From initial thoughts, worries and anxieties…
Two Chickpeas In A PodcastTHE FILME SHILMY SHOW | SEASON 3 EP 2
Aman Dhillon at Reeln Ltd (copied in) and Filme Shilmy are launching 'The Filme Shilmy Show' a brand new talk show based in London that will have a live…
Two Chickpeas In A Podcast"THAT'S WHERE WE'RE AT NOW. 30, FREEZING EGGS, SIMA AUNTY... THERAPY." | SEASON 3
THE TWO CHICKPEAS ARE BACK SEASON 3, EPISODE 1 delves into the newer experiences the both have faced recently spanning from talks on fertility, being single…
Two Chickpeas In A PodcastLittle English with Viraj Juneja
The Chickpeas are joined with actor and quite the comedian, Viraj Juneja, to discuss his role as Harry in the new British Asian film by Pravesh Kumar that is…
Two Chickpeas In A PodcastMim Shaikh on 'What's Love Got To Do With It?'
We sit down with poet, broadcaster, actor and all-over British Asian Superstar, Mim Shaikh. Mim has been a pioneer in the British Asian media world, from…
Two Chickpeas In A PodcastA night at The Natural History Museum: Climate Justice
The Two Chickpeas host their first live podcast at The Natural History Museum in London Activist, Joshua Virasami and scientist, Ashar Aslam are in…
Two Chickpeas In A PodcastMagic Mike's Last Dance
The Two Chickpeas were invited to watch Magic Mike's Last Dance and give their review on the film. Magic” Mike Lane (Channing Tatum) takes to the stage again…
Two Chickpeas In A PodcastEvening Conversations with Sudha Bhuchar
The Two Chickpeas sit down with Sudha, invited to a special spot in her Wimbledon home, around a 30 year old table which has held many evening conversations…
Two Chickpeas In A PodcastCooking with Zainab: Food is Everything
In this episode, we speak with fellow Hounslow content creator Zainab, who you may also know as 'Cooking with Zainab'. We discuss everything from why we love…
Two Chickpeas In A PodcastAmmu, with Asma Khan
We had the privilege of speaking with the inspiring, talented and eloquent Asma Khan. We spoke with Asma about her new cookbook, Ammu, which is available from…
Two Chickpeas In A PodcastBrown Munde with the Timepass Podcast
We speak with Ashika Lal from California for the Two Chickpeas X Timepass Podcast crossover episode! We talk about our love and hate for all things Brown Boys…
Two Chickpeas In A PodcastSonali Shah on celebrating festivals the way you want to, generational differences and being a British Asian Today
Whether you remember her from Newsround or you watch Escape to the Country on BBC you will know the name Sonali Shah, she joins us in conversation to talk…
Two Chickpeas In A PodcastSara Nisha Adams on The Reading List, growing up mixed race, language barriers and finding where you belong
The Two Chickpeas talk to Sara Nisha Adams, a British Asian author from Wembley who grew up in Hertfordshire and debuts her first book The Reading List. Nisha…
Two Chickpeas In A PodcastPCOS Awareness
The Two Chickpeas are back! They are joined by FitnesswithKeisha who is a fitness trainer that specialises in helping women with PCOS. We have recorded this…
Two Chickpeas In A PodcastReviews: Space Jam, A New Legacy
Disclaimer: There may be spoilers! The Two Chickpeas were honoured to be invited to Picturehouse London to review Space Jam, A New Legacy! It was amazing to…
Two Chickpeas In A PodcastGenerational Trauma
On Two Chickpeas, Mental Health Matters so we continue with Poonam. We look at the histories of where our parents and our grandparents have been, the stresses…
Two Chickpeas In A PodcastPostiviTEA
The Two Chickpeas sit down with lifelong friend @kareemjarchemakeup to get the real TEA on trying to maintain a positive mindset when struggling with mental…
Two Chickpeas In A PodcastRecognising Your Own Mental Health
It's Mental Health Awareness Week and The Two Chickpeas discuss their own mental health and what it means to learn about dealing with their own emotions…
Two Chickpeas In A PodcastTwo Chickpeas Reviews: Tom and Jerry The Movie
The Two Chickpeas have launched their first-ever review episode (lookout for more to come reviewing the latest film, tv and music!) and were kindly invited by…
Two Chickpeas In A PodcastHakeem, Part Two
TRIGGER WARNING ⚠️ This episode explores themes of mental and physical domestic abuse in a same-sex relationship. Please see the below organisations for help…
Two Chickpeas In A PodcastHakeem, Part One
TRIGGER WARNING ⚠️ - this episode explores domestic abuse in a same-sex relationship. Part one of Hakeem's story explores how he entered an abusive…
Two Chickpeas In A PodcastRaheem
Out and proud; we speak to Raheem who is completely proud to be who he is and will never apologise for doing so. It can be hard to own yourself with complete…
Two Chickpeas In A PodcastQueer Punjab
The Twochickpeas sit down with Guntaj, one of the running members of the @QueerPunjab page on Instagram. Guntaj explains his childhood of growing up in Mohali…
Two Chickpeas In A PodcastDiwali Lockdown
The Two Chickpeas are in conversation with Srini, Andrew and Riya from the National Hindu Society at Kingston University to discuss a very different Diwali…
Two Chickpeas In A PodcastPriya Ragu
The Two Chickpeas sit down with Priya Ragu via Zoom whilst she is in London to talk about her incredible music, heritage and being added to the FIFA 21…
Two Chickpeas In A PodcastBody Positivity
The Two Chickpeas are joined by Brown Girl Kim to talk about Body Positivity, they explore topics that range from social media pressure, body hair and how…
Two Chickpeas In A PodcastAunties of the Future
The Two Chickpeas are joined by special guests and sisters, Nikita & Leah Chander and their cousin Aman. The episode stems from a previous conversation which…
Two Chickpeas In A PodcastRound Our Hometown
Round Our Hometown' pays homage to the Hounslow/Southall area that has raised us. This episode looks briefly at our experience of growing up in the area, what…
Two Chickpeas In A PodcastDiaspo
The Two Chickpeas are joined by Harish Malhi, Founder of Diaspo, who talks to the Two Chickpeas about his experience of being British Asian, his inspiration…
Two Chickpeas In A PodcastBlack Lives Matter (Racists are bhenchods)
The revolution for Black Lives Matter spread across the world when the world saw that horrific footage of George Floyd being killed by an American police…
Two Chickpeas In A PodcastNever Have I Ever related to a TV show so much!
The Two Chickpeas review the hit Netflix show ‘Never Have I Ever’. Whether you love it or hate it everyone is talking about this show and rightly so! The Two…
Two Chickpeas In A PodcastSpirituality
The Two Chickpeas sit down with Tejal Bathia, a close family friend, to talk about spirituality; what it means to us, what we take from it and how we use it in…
Two Chickpeas In A PodcastShadeism
The Two Chickpeas are joined by the Big Sister Journal to discuss shadeism. Shadeism is discrimination based on skin colour usually from members of the same…
Two Chickpeas In A PodcastPeriod Discrimination
The Two Chickpeas are joined by special guest Reena Anand who has a blog and had written about period discrimination. The Two Chickpeas have grown up being…
Two Chickpeas In A PodcastDon't Drink and Podcast!
Two Chickpeas In A Podcast have teamed up with The Thinkable Guys for this week's episode! Everyone thought it would be fine and even safe to have a few drinks…
Two Chickpeas In A PodcastNew Decade, Who This?
The Two Chickpeas, Nikkita and Natasha, sit down to talk about the past decade and everything they have learnt as they have grown into adults from teenagers…
Two Chickpeas In A PodcastWhat is this Bolly behaviour?
In Episode Three the Two Chickpeas are joined by special guest Areeba Chaudri to talk about all things Bollywood and Indian TV. The Two Chickpeas and Areeba…
Two Chickpeas In A PodcastChickpeas & Naanbread
In this episode, Nikkita and Adnaan tell their story of how they met on a dating app, went on an amazing date but decided to leave the 'dating' aspect there…
Two Chickpeas In A PodcastThe PILIT
Two Sisters from West London explore their identity by questioning issues that affect them and have affected their family for as long as they can remember…