Behind the glittering lights of wedding halls and ornate bridal sarees lies a darker truth — one of pressure, silence, and societal debt. In this powerful episode, The Cult Mic Podcast unpacks "The Price of the Bride", a raw and unflinching look into the intertwined issues of dowry, caste, and the emotional toll they take on women and families across India.

What makes this episode especially heartrending is the presence of a relative of Rithanya, a young woman whose tragic story shook Tamil Nadu and brought the cruelty of dowry and caste expectations into sharp focus. Their voice brings a deeply personal and emotional layer to the conversation — a voice that speaks not just of loss, but of resistance and truth.

We also dive deep into the dangerous obsession with caste pride — how it fuels control, reinforces patriarchy, and becomes a silent weapon against love, equality, and freedom. When caste honor matters more than human life, who pays the price?

Through lived stories, reflective commentary, and cultural critique, we explore how ancient practices continue to haunt modern marriages — from financial burdens to the silent suffering of brides caught between tradition and dignity.

This is more than just an episode. It’s a testimony. A reckoning. A call to confront the roots of inequality and reclaim our humanity.

🎙️ Listen, reflect, and rise.
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