Ep. 94 What can South Asian singles learn from New York City’s new mayor… and his love story?

In this episode of S.A.L.E. (South Asian Love Experiment), Radha breaks down the viral, heartwarming, and extremely relatable dating journey of NYC mayor-elect Zohran Mamdani — from his Ugandan-Gujarati upbringing to meeting his wife, Rama Duwaji, the same way millions of us do: on Hinge.We unpack the now-famous “height rejection” story, talk about why authenticity beats over-curation every single time, and explore the modern Desi balance between tradition and technology.If you’ve ever wondered whether dating apps actually work for intentional South Asian singles, this episode will give you clarity, hope, and real steps to shift your mindset.And if you want your profile to attract the right person — not accidentally swipe past them — you’ll find a helpful resource in the show notes.In this episode:Zohran Mamdani’s historic mayoral win and why his acceptance speech made every Desi emotionalThe surprisingly normal way he met his wife, Rama DuwajiThe viral height controversy — and what it reveals about our modern filtering habitsWhy dating apps can work beautifully when used with clarity and intentionFour major dating lessons every South Asian single should take to heartHow to show up authentically on dating apps without over-curating or overthinkingMentioned in this episode:👉 Profile Perfect — Dating App Audit with RadhaLet us help you refine your photos, prompts, and energy so you stand out and don’t miss someone who could be your perfect match.Link: https://app.acuityscheduling.com/schedule.php?owner=31220687&appointmentType=62509205Follow Single to Shaadi:Instagram | LinkedIn | YouTube