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Ranting and Relieving
by Shefali
This podcast is my story, who despite of having it all, lost it all. I became a subject of discussions at society gatherings, sympathy character and nothing more than a widow. Let me take you through my journey as I voice my opinions and challenge the society around to break this age old taboo for Indian girls, where my achievements fell short and my marital status won. Witty, emotional, strong headed, I am an usual Indian girl in unusual circumstances.Stay tuned as I take you on this roller coaster ride with a dash of emotions, pinch of tragedy and whole lot of slyness.Connect at - [email protected]
Episodes
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The People Who Stayed | Season Finale
Send us Fan Mail In the finale of Ranting and Relieving Season 2, I bring together the people who witnessed my last five years in the US in real time — the ones who saw me build, break, heal, and bloom again. From H&S, who gave a homeless and terrified me a home, to the friends who became family...
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Coming Home to Myself
Send us Fan Mail After heartbreak, questions, and losing myself in the process… this episode is about what happens when you finally come back home—to yourself. From nights filled with tears and “why me?” to moments of unexpected strength, I take you through the turning point of my healing…
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I Was Never Too Much
Send us Fan Mail I thought I had found my forever. I was wrong. The same man who once promised me a lifetime… couldn’t stay for a moment when I needed him the most. From deep love, shared dreams, and plans for marriage — to distance, avoidance, and a silence that said everything words couldn’t....
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Have I found my forever?
Send us Fan Mail What happens when “I’ve got it, don’t worry” meets “But who’s got you?” “I never depend on anyone” meets “You can depend on me.” “I hate being a burden” meets “You’re my priority.” And then… an elder daughter meets that kind of man. After years of heartbreak, quiet battles, and...
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Foolishes in NYC
Send us Fan Mail After an unplanned (but very needed) mid-season break… I’m back. And on this fine April 1st, I present to you: ✨ the fools I dated in NYC ✨ But before we get into the chaos — this took courage. Years of it. Years of tears, healing, and pulling myself out of a space where I didn’t...
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The Sitcom Era
Send us Fan Mail In this heartfelt episode, Kat and I reflect on how two international students in New York accidentally built their own version of Friends — not just the apartment, but the family that came with it. From chaotic house parties in Midtown and shared meals of Filipino food and…
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Adult Friendship Era
Send us Fan Mail What happens when you move across the world… and one unfamiliar face becomes your foundation in a brand-new city? In this episode, I sit down with my first friend in New York — Kat — my ex-roommate, food guide, subway teacher, and safe space. From a 100-person group chat lunch...
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A Whole New World
Send us Fan Mail In this episode of Ranting and Relieving – Season 2, Shefali reflects on her first days in the US and the many culture shocks that came with starting over. From expensive grocery runs, unfamiliar pharmacies, and learning a new metric system to missing bidets, and the comforting...
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New Delhi to New York
Send us Fan Mail A quiet evening in Delhi turned into a life-altering moment when a simple suggestion from my brother planted the idea of starting over abroad. In this episode, I share how grief, career stagnation, self-doubt, and an unexpected push led me to take a leap of faith—leaving home,...
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Alive and Kicking
Send us Fan Mail Season 2 opens with a deeply personal return as I reflect on loss, healing, and why this podcast exists—to remind those who are grieving that they are not alone. After a long pause shaped by a global pandemic and major life changes, I share what followed: moving to the US…
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Season 2- Trailer
Send us Fan Mail Season 2 is about starting over — leaving behind 30+ years of familiarity and taking a 7,300-mile leap of faith to New York City. Cultural shocks, loneliness, rebuilding community, and learning to see yourself through a new lens. Alongside academic wins and professional growth, I...
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Stand By Me
Send us Fan Mail On the season finale I want to share my support system with all my listeners, without whom I would not be here. The reason I kept this as the last episode is to give my listeners enough time during our season break, to break all the walls that they have build around themselves…
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The Dark Night
Send us Fan Mail It's not at all easy to revisit your darkest hours and it's even more difficult to share it with others, even your loved ones. It's a miracle, I am able to do so with my listeners around the world. The aim of narrating my story is to give you a glimpse of everything a person goes...
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Beyond the Moulds
Send us Fan Mail Beyond all the roles we assume in our lifetime, have you ever wondered who you actually are? And if you think you have discovered your true self, then have you ever wondered why do you still feel that something is missing, you lack that enthusiasm and there is nothing to look...
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The Fear Trance
Send us Fan Mail The idea of forever happiness and a constant smile across your face is tad too dramatic. With light comes night and with happiness comes sadness as well. The key is to snap out of this trance and stay on the track. Tune in to hear me talk about my fears right from when I was…
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No Permits Needed
Send us Fan Mail When it's your life, your mind, your body and your soul, then why we seek permissions from others? Why do we need permissions and when did it become normal to do so? Tune in, to hear me talk more about this, how it began and how it can be ended. Instagram- @thescribbledsolace...
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Always in my Heart
Send us Fan Mail Relationship never die, people do. Then why does as a society or sometimes even as families, we demand from others to completely erase whatever good or bad memories they hold of their past when they undergo separation or a loss of their closed ones. With incidents from my own...
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Tell me, Why not?
Send us Fan Mail Why not, to the every Why that comes my way? Because I am worth it, you are worth it and we all are worth it! Tune in, to discover a world where our diversities become our strength and not our weaknesses. Shine brighter and smile wider. Instagram- @thescribbledsolace Inquiries-...
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I Accept Myself
Send us Fan Mail What's better than self acceptance? While we seek approvals and acceptance from the world, we completely ignore or undermine the importance of accepting our own self! Tune in, to find more about this magical instrument that can really tune up your life as it did mine. Instagram-...
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Fresh or Not, Fret Not!
Send us Fan Mail This episode I talk about an utterly amusing topic, a hilarious point of association used for women since ages, which people still find difficult to let go. Tune In, to get an insight about my personal experiences with same as well. Instagram- @thescribbledsolace Inquiries-...
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Let's Set Free
Send us Fan Mail After all, it's all about rising above from the judgements surrounding us and setting ourselves free. Free from everything that pulling us down and becoming your own SUPERHERO! Instagram- @thescribbledsolace Inquiries- [email protected]
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Trailer- Ranting and Relieving
Send us Fan Mail Trailer of what this podcast is going to be all about. Stay tuned as I contemplate on various societal challenges with a dash of humour to it. Instagram- @thescribbledsolace Inquiries- [email protected]
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ABOUT THIS SHOW
This podcast is my story, who despite of having it all, lost it all. I became a subject of discussions at society gatherings, sympathy character and nothing more than a widow. Let me take you through my journey as I voice my opinions and challenge the society around to break this age old taboo for Indian girls, where my achievements fell short and my marital status won. Witty, emotional, strong headed, I am an usual Indian girl in unusual circumstances.Stay tuned as I take you on this roller coaster ride with a dash of emotions, pinch of tragedy and whole lot of slyness.Connect at - [email protected]
HOSTED BY
Shefali
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This podcast is my story, who despite of having it all, lost it all. I became a subject of discussions at society gatherings, sympathy character and nothing more than a widow. Let me take you through my journey as I voice my opinions and challenge the society around to break this age old taboo for...
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Ranting and Relieving is created and hosted by Shefali.
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