EPISODE · Apr 27, 2022 · 54 MIN
Haram to Halal Ratio with Mariya
from But What Will People Say · host Disha Mazepa
Send us Fan MailWhite boys just don't "get it". Mariya is Pakistani and was raised Muslim and is in an interracial relationship with a Christian Orthodox partner. We chat being perceived as "exotic" on dating apps to brown boys wanting women to be "not too brown" and struggling to be seen as people and not objects. From growing up in Pakistan then moving to the US, rethinking religion, choosing to remove her hijab, and moving out with her partner. She shares her journey while taking her mom along for the ride. Follow Mariya on IG @MariyaBees and @mariyabeephotoBWWPS Guest ApplicationDishaMazepa.comSHOP: Disha Mazepa Designs on EtsyBe sure to SUBSCRIBE & LEAVE US A REVIEW if you enjoyed the show. Follow me on Instagram @Disha.MazepaLike the show on FB here. Music by: Crexwell Episodes available on iTunes, Spotify, Google Podcast, Stitcher, and Overcast.Support the showAdd me on GoodReadsFollow me on Instagram @Disha.MazepaDishaMazepa.comSHOP: Disha Mazepa Designs on Etsy Code FESTIVE6 (buy 5 get 1 free)Be sure to SUBSCRIBE & LEAVE US A REVIEW if you enjoyed the show. Like the show on FB here. Music by: Crexwell Episodes available on iTunes, Spotify, Google Podcast, Stitcher, and Overcast.
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Send us Fan Mail White boys just don't "get it". Mariya is Pakistani and was raised Muslim and is in an interracial relationship with a Christian Orthodox partner. We chat being perceived as "exotic" on dating apps to brown boys wanting women to be "not too brown" and struggling to be seen as people and not objects. From growing up in Pakistan then moving to the US, rethinking religion, choosing to remove her hijab, and moving out with her partner. She shares her journey while taking her mom ...
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