What's Brown Got To Do With It?

"What's Brown Got to Do With It?" is a thought-provoking podcast delving into the triumphs and trials of the South Asian diaspora, featuring guests who bring unique perspectives to discussions on diversity. Host Shadia passionately drives the show towards fostering inclusive spaces, embodying a commitment to positive change through enlightening and inspiring narratives.

What's Brown Got To Do With It? is a arts podcast hosted by Shadia Siddiqui, with 24 episodes on record and a Required Pod Score of 80. PitchCentric scores this show on Booking Probability, Listen Score, and live audience signals refreshed every 24 hours.

Shadia Siddiqui hosts What's Brown Got To Do With It?, a arts show with 24 episodes published.

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  Episode #6

  From Miss Nepal to CEO: Anushka Shrestha on Beauty, Business & Brown Identity

  Jul 2, 202540 minS2

  <p>In this powerful episode of What’s Brown Got To Do With It, I sit down with Anushka Shrestha — Miss World Nepal 2019 and founder of the luxury Nepali dessert brand, Makuse. Anushka opens up about her journey from international pageant stages to launching a purpose-driven business rooted in cultural identity.</p><p>We talk about what it means to represent a “small” country on a global platform, how pageantry can be a tool for impact, and why celebrating local heritage — from traditional desserts to indigenous languages — matters now more than ever.</p><p>She shares candid stories about family expectations...

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  Episode #5

  Styled for Success: Tanya Ghavri on Fashion, Fame, and Finding Your Voice

  May 19, 202541 minS2

  <p>Breaking Barriers in the world of Fashion. In this episode, celebrity stylist Tanya Ghavri takes us behind the velvet ropes of fashion’s most glamorous (and misunderstood) world. From styling Bollywood icons to launching Dhoom Dhaam Weddings, Tanya shares why authenticity beats trends, how South Asian fashion is finally owning the global stage, and why brown girls really can pull off anything. Tune in for candid fashion confessions, career advice, and a whole lot of unapologetic pride.</p>

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  Episode #4

  The Pen Behind the Prem Kahani: Sumit Roy on the Rise of Writers in Cinema

  Apr 29, 202551 minS2

  <p>🎬 In this episode, I sit down with acclaimed screenwriter Sumit Roy, the mind behind Rocky Aur Rani Ki Prem Kahani and Gehraiyaan, for a powerful conversation on the evolution of storytelling in Indian cinema.<br/><br/>Together, they explore: ✨ Sumit’s journey into screenwriting and creative identity<br/>📺 How OTT platforms are shifting the storytelling game<br/>🎥 The cultural resonance of Rocky Aur Rani and open-ended narratives like Gehraiyaan<br/>🖋️ The changing role of writers in Bollywood<br/>🌍 What it means to be a brown creator in a global entertainment landscape<br/>💡 Advice for aspiring writers on rejection, community, and creative freedom<br...

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  Episode #3

  From Finance to Fame: Shaz Khan's Acting Journey

  Apr 7, 202540 minS2

  <p>In this episode, I sit down with Shaz Khan — Pakistani-American actor, writer, and director — to explore his unexpected journey from aspiring pilot to powerful storyteller in the film industry. Shaz opens up about navigating cultural identity, confronting typecasting, and breaking away from traditional expectations to carve his own path in Hollywood. We discuss the emotional depth behind his roles, the vision behind his latest project The Martial Artist, and the broader need for authentic South Asian representation in cinema.</p><p><b>Key Topics Discussed:</b></p><b>Cultural Identity & Representation</b> – How Shaz navigates being brown in the entert...

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  Episode #2

  🎙️ Season 2 | What’s Brown Got to Do with It? | Ep 2 ft. Riva Razdan Kapoor

  Mar 10, 202539 minS2

  <p>In this episode of What's Brown Got to Do with It, I am joined by Riva Razdan Kapoor, an accomplished author and screenwriter, about her journey as an author and Screenwriter.  in the writing industry. </p><p>We discuss the challenges she has faced, her approach to storytelling, and the evolving landscape of South Asian cinema. Riva shares insights on adapting her books for the screen, her latest bollywood release Naadaniyan, the global appeal of Indian stories, and the importance of authentic narratives. She also reflects on shifting perspectives on South Asian identity, the influence of marriage on her st...

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