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EPISODE · Feb 23, 2026 · 27 MIN

Indian vs American Family Habits

from Half Past Chai · host Half Past Chai

This week on Half Past Chai, we’re breaking down the everyday family habits we grew up with and how they still show up in our lives today. From money and meals to emotions, boundaries, and expectations we’re comparing Indian family culture vs American family culture.If you’ve ever dated outside your culture, married someone with a totally different upbringing, or realized your “normal” wasn’t actually universal this episode is for you.Now settle in, get cozy, and grab your chai. 💛New episodes every Monday at 7 am. Don’t forget to subscribe, and as always, we love you! Thank you for spending your Monday with us 💛🎙 Submit your stories: https://www.halfpastchai.com/📲 Follow us: https://bio.site/halfpastchaiDonate to Team For Kids here: https://fundraisers.nyrr.org/suketuTime codes0:00 - WELCOME TO HALF PAST CHAI4:08 - Never eating out/did homework before going outside/church7:44 - finances in our families10:40 - privacy doesn’t exist & respect to elders18:16 - emotions and communication22:38 - Suketu was afraid of everything/doing stuff wrong

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