Ten years. Countless versions of ourselves. And a whole lot of lessons learned along the way.
In this episode, we’re packing a decade of love, growth, and hard-earned wisdom into one conversation, the kind of lessons you can only learn through time. From learning to grow as individuals and as a couple, to navigating trust, independence, and all of life’s “firsts” together we’ve been through it.
Whether you’re in a new relationship, married, or just curious what a decade together really looks like, this episode’s for you. 💛
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 💛
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0:00 - WELCOME TO HALF PAST CHAI
3:08 - When we fell in love
8:17 - 1. On the hard days, remind yourself who you fell in love with
11:29 - 2. You’ll go through so many versions of yourselves in a relationship
15:40 - 3. Your partner can’t be everything for you, and that’s okay.
18:36 - 4. You both need your own space to grow.
24:28 - 5. Your vows really do mean in sickness and in health
28:53 - 6. Invest in experiences that strengthen your bond
31:00 - 7. It really is that damn phone.
33:47 - 8. Don’t seek constant validation from your partner.
36:48 - 9. Just because you have an agenda doesn’t mean your partner does.
39:08 - 10. Live in the moment
In this episode of Half Past Chai, we sit down with Brook & Harjot, an interracial husband-wife duo who’ve built a loyal following sharing relatable, funny, and heartfelt content about culture, love, and identity.
We talk about what it’s truly like marrying across cultures (Punjabi & Western), the surprises, the challenges, and the joy. From family expectations to the funniest misunderstandings, and how content creation became their space to laugh together and bring others in.
If you've ever wondered what it takes to balance two worlds, stay true to yourself, and build something together, this is for you.
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 💛
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0:00 - WELCOME TO HALF PAST CHAI
2:18 - Why did you start posting content?
9:13 - How they met
11:49 - Harjot’s arranged marriage
20:52 - How they told the parents
28:23 - Wedding story time
33:08 - Advice to couples who’s parents won’t accept their S.O.
35:48 - Raising kids in 2 cultures
39:00 - Social media journey & best advice for interracial couples
45:48 - Rapid fire questions
This week, we’re breaking down exactly how much we made and how much we spent in Q3 of 2025. From business expenses and taxes to travel costs and takeout runs, we’re getting real about the numbers (and yes, it’s a little scary).
How do two self-employed creators actually manage their money? Are we saving enough? Do we need to go back to our 9-5s? Let’s find out together.
So 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 💛
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0:00 - WELCOME TO HALF PAST CHAI
2:31 - Q3 Finances
5:57 - Our relationship with money
10:27 - Why is this transparency important
12:29 - July Numbers
13:32 - August Numbers
14:04 - SPONSOR
14:41 - September Numbers
16:35 - Why I was stressed
19:01 - Why what we are doing is worth it
21:44 - My money trama
24:37 - September Spend
30:08 - Net worth update
Today we’re sitting down with Rajan Chida - an entrepreneur who turned down a job offer at JPMorgan to build his own path. Instead of taking the traditional 9-5 route, Rajan co-founded Royal Oak Retreat, a luxury cabin experience in Virginia, where he’s building more than just a business he’s building a lifestyle.
We dive into what it’s like going against cultural expectations, buying land, building a retreat from scratch, and why betting on yourself can be the most rewarding risk you ever take.
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 💛
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0:00 - WELCOME TO HALF PAST CHAI
2:27 - Who is Rajan Chida?
8:51 - Where did the money come from?
11:53 - How did the shoe business start?
16:30 - How Rajan met his business partner, Renzo
22:16 - How did the shoe business help you with what you’re doing now
25:50 - The long game.
34:14 - Do you ever question what you’re doing?
37:05 - What happened when you went viral?
40:01 - EVERYTHING ON YOUR PHONE
46:40 - Advice for someone trying to start their own business
50:08 - The technical side of the business
55:13 - Rapid Fire
HAPPY MONDAY, Half Past Crew. This week we’re BACK with these insane assumptions that YOU guys have about US?! Did Suketu marry Hallie for a green card? What kind of meat do we actually consume? Is Suketu’s family LOADED in India? All this and more on this weeks assumptions video. Thank you all for submitting your assumptions of us!
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 💛
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0:00 - WELCOME TO HALF PAST CHAI
4:10 - The meat we eat…
8:32 - Our opposite personalities
20:40 - The green card dilemma…
22:02 - The rest of the assumptions
Today’s episode is a special one. Suketu is sharing the 10 most valuable lessons he’s learned from Hallie over the course of their relationship. From learning to communicate better to slowing down, being present, and choosing love daily. These are the lessons that have completely changed the way we live and love together.
Whether you’re married, dating, or single, these are lessons that can transform any relationship (and honestly, your life).
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 💛
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0:00 - WELCOME TO HALF PAST CHAI
4:22 - 1. Communication is the most important
9:46 - 2. Money isn't the most important thing
16:11 - 3. Slow down and be present
20:59 - 4. Flight the problem not the person
22:42 - 5. Celebrate the small wins
26:46 - 6. Sometimes a little bit of space can be the solution
28:54 - 7. Be more spontaneous
31:09 - 8. Protecting each other in public
34:43 - 9. Don't stop dating each other
38:04 - 10. Love is a daily choice
What do you do when your parents say “no” to the person you love? 💔 This week on Half Past Chai, we’re answering YOUR questions from family approval and religion to surviving the hardest seasons of life.
We’re sharing:
✨ How Suketu’s family first reacted to meeting Hallie (and how the relationship grew over time)
✨ How we got through our lowest points and what kept us going
✨ What we’d say to parents who won’t accept their child’s partner
✨ How to balance work, fitness, culture, and a healthy relationship
Whether you’re struggling with faith differences, family expectations, or just trying to stay motivated through tough times this episode is for you.
So 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 💛
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0:00 - WELCOME TO HALF PAST CHAI
3:13 - Rapid Fire Instagram Questions
11:02 - SPONSOR
12:07 - How did Hallie meet Suketu’s family & how is the relationship now?
21:18 - Dealing with hard times & dark thoughts
36:07 - Will my daughters be “allowed” to take care of me?
39:14 - We broke up because of different religions.
46:45 - My dad won’t meet my boyfriend
48:19 - Show this to your DAD.
In this episode, we're getting real and personal about a topic that’s been central to our lives lately: mental health.
We’re opening up about the challenges we faced over the past year, sharing why we truly decided to leave our jobs, and what we learned about the importance of prioritizing ourselves. It's easy to get caught up in the grind and the pressure to be everything for everyone, but we've learned the hard way what can happen when you don’t put yourself first. We'll also highlight resources and help normalize the conversation around therapy and self-care.
You are worthy of a healthy body and a healthy mind. So settle in, get cozy, and grab your chai. Let's get into it, Half Past Crew.
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 💛
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0:00 - WELCOME TO HALF PAST CHAI
2:08 - Why your mental health matters
4:31 - Why the last year was so hard on us
12:28 - Why we really quit our jobs…
27:38 - Resources for therapy
30:05 - What happens when you don’t take care of yourself?
37:38 - How to take care of yourself
In this week's episode, we're busting 10 common marriage myths and talking about what actually makes a relationship thrive. Does getting married make everything easier? Do happy couples never fight? Will kids really bring you closer?
We're pulling back the curtain on some of the most widely held beliefs about marriage and sharing what we've learned as an interracial couple. We'll get real about the hard work, the missteps, and the intentional effort it takes to build a strong partnership.
Join us as we talk about:
The truth about fighting, romance, and date nights
Why your partner shouldn't be "your everything"
The importance of setting boundaries with in-laws
Why every marriage, even a good one, can benefit from therapy
How love is a verb, not just an effortless feeling
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 💛
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0:00 - WELCOME TO HALF PAST CHAI
4:28 - Myth #1: Once you’re married, everything gets easier
8:16 - Myth #2: Happy couples never fight
12:55 - Myth #3: Your partner should be your everything
16:47 - Myth #4: Date nights fix everything
22:07 - Myth #5: Marriage kills romance
24:52 - SPONSOR
25:47 - Myth #6: Kids will bring you closer
29:24 - Myth #7: You have to share everything
32:28 - Myth #8: In-laws will always be a nightmare
34:22 - Myth #9: Good marriages don’t need therapy
39:06 - Myth #10: If you’re truly in love, it should feel effortless.
So… we quit our jobs. And now that we’ve had a full month of being self-employed, we have a lot to say.
In this episode, we’re getting honest about the things no one tells you when you leave the 9–5 life… the mental rollercoaster, the unexpected stress, the new definition of success, and what it’s really like working with your spouse (spoiler: it’s not all cute cafés and midday walks).
Whether you’re thinking of quitting, just made the leap, or are deep in your self-employed era, this one’s for you. We’re sharing our routine, real struggles, and the biggest lessons we’ve learned so far.
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 💛
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0:00 - WELCOME TO HALF PAST CHAI
3:37 - What IS our job now?
5:23 - Be WAY more intentional with your time
14:41 - You have to force yourself to stop working and enjoy life
18:52 - You will feel more lost & scared than you did before
24:27 - You WILL have more stress
27:41 - You WILL BE BUSIER
30:47 - You don’t have to sit at your desk to be productive
33:27 - Your definition of success will always change
36:42 - Your income will always be unpredictable
40:17 - Others may not understand your new schedule, and that’s okay
44:56 - You need a community now more than EVER
WE’RE BACK. And we went deep into the Reddit trenches.
This week, we’re reading and reacting to the most jaw-dropping marriage posts we could find from messy in-law drama and work-from-home fights, to cheating scandals and influencer marriages gone wrong.
You know we had to bring some Desi family chaos into the mix too. As always, we’re spilling the chai and sharing our own takes, relationship advice, and a little too much personal experience.
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 💛
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0:00 - WELCOME TO HALF PAST CHAI
2:45 - The WFH Situation…
8:51 - Is it possible to cheat again after cheating once?
14:05 - Dealing with Indian In-Laws In Our Home
23:33 - A Word From Our SPONSOR: Autonomy
24:51 - My wife became an influencer and now she hates me
32:14 - Am I asking too much of my husband to put in more work?
37:59 - Brides family didn’t come to the wedding…
44:34 - Is it wrong if I’m attracted to other people?
49:33 - My husband’s needs are too much
This week on Half Past Chai, we’re answering YOUR questions and you didn’t hold back. We’re diving into everything from friendship breakups and strict Indian parents to interracial love, starting a podcast, and how to navigate difficult conversations in relationships.
We also share our own experiences with crying in front of each other, building trust in marriage, and how we make content creation a full-time job. Whether you're dealing with cultural pressure, want to start creating content, or just love some good relationship tea this one's for you.
🫶 Topics we cover:
Feeling left out in friendships
Interracial/intercultural relationship struggles
Strict desi parents & dating
How we started our podcast and YouTube channel
Our "non-negotiables" in marriage
Crying, emotional intimacy & supporting your partner
Aunties & uncles asking too many questions
Making content creation a full-time career
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 💛
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0:00 - WELCOME TO HALF PAST CHAI
3:54 - Friendship break ups
8:47 - Interracial problems
16:51 - What boundaries did we set after breaking up?
24:00 - How to start a podcast?
28:52 - Parent asks question about kids relationship
37:39 - How do you make money?
41:58 - Boyfriends mom walk in on us
46:08 - When did we cry in front of each other?
51:44 - How do you handle aunties' questions?
WE’RE BACK. Happy Monday, Half Past Crew. In this episode, we’re breaking down exactly what we spent over the first three months of the year as a married couple - from the necessary expenses to the not-so-necessary impulse buys. We’re also opening up about how we navigate tough financial conversations, balance what we want vs what we need, and keep our relationship strong through it all. So get cozy, grab your chai, and let’s get into this week’s episode.
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 💛
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0:00 - WELCOME TO HALF PAST CHAI
4:01 - What MEN struggle with
19:50 - SPONSOR
20:53 - What WOMEN struggle with
33:54 - Happy wife happy life?
45:16 - How we fix this
WE’RE BACK. Happy Monday, Half Past Crew. In this episode, we’re breaking down exactly what we spent over the first three months of the year as a married couple - from the necessary expenses to the not-so-necessary impulse buys. We’re also opening up about how we navigate tough financial conversations, balance what we want vs what we need, and keep our relationship strong through it all. So get cozy, grab your chai, and let’s get into this week’s episode.
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 💛
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0:00 - WELCOME TO HALF PAST CHAI
3:27 - Money and Relationships
7:01 - Suketu’s Hot Take
8:28 - Bad finances causes divorce
16:43 - What’s our budget
24:39 - April spending
26:52 - May spending
28:56 - June Spending
36:01 - Our Net Worth
42:18 - Transparency
This week on Half Past Chai, we’re getting real about the stereotypes around Indian men (are they really momma’s boys?), how we keep our marriage feeling fresh (and not like we’re just roommates), and the hate we get for loving each other out loud. We’re spilling our most unpopular opinions and diving into the sides of interracial relationships people don’t talk about - the messy, the funny, and the honest.
If you’ve ever wondered how we handle it all - the culture clashes, the critics, the content hustle - this one’s for you. Grab your chai and let’s get into it, Half Past Crew.
Let’s get into it, Half Past Crew 💬✨
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 💛
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0:00 - ANSWERING YOUR QUESTIONS
4:29 - Are Indian men momma’s boys?
6:15 - How are you able to make content so fast?
11:01 - Do you stress about honoring the others culture?
14:33 - What are we doing NOT to be roommates
22:00 - What is your most unpopular opinion
27:42 - How do you deal with hate on your relationship
34:29 - How many languages do we know?
36:01 - Why did you leave your jobs?
41:24 - When are you moving to NYC?
46:47 - What are some issues Interracial Couples deal with?
Ever felt like you and your partner were just coexisting more like roommates than a couple? In this episode, we talk about how stress quietly chips away at connection, turning love into logistics. From burnout and emotional overload to petty arguments about dishes, we explore how the weight of daily life can create emotional distance and what we’re doing to come back to each other.
We share honest moments from our own relationship, including the dumbest fights we’ve had (yes, cabinet doors were involved) and what those small blowups really meant underneath. We also talk about the tools we’re learning to use when we feel disconnected because sometimes the problem isn’t each other, it’s the stress talking.
Whether you’re in a tough season or just feeling off with your partner, this one’s for you.
Let’s get into it, Half Past Crew 💬✨
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 💛
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This week, we’re pulling back the curtain on what really happened after our breakup. We’ve talked about why we broke up but the mess, confusion, growth, and unexpected moments that followed? That’s the story we’re telling today.
From accidental hugs to awkward first dates, to heartbreak, deep sadness, and ultimately choosing love… this one’s raw.
Let’s get into it, Half Past Crew 💬✨
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 💛
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0:00 - WELCOME TO HALF PAST CHAI
4:46 - The Break Up RECAP
9:45 - We started talking again
14:50 - Hallie went on dates with others
19:35 - Who do you talk to about breaking up?
26:02 - What would you tell yourself?
31:07 - The turning point
36:23 - For the people going through this.
One of us is in bed by 9, the other’s just getting started. In this episode, we’re talking about what it’s really like to be in a relationship where your routines don’t match - fitness, food, sleep, all of it. From early frustrations to what actually works for us now, this episode is full of real talk, small wins, and some hilarious stories. Perfect for couples figuring out how to live together, not become the same person.
Let’s get into it, Half Past Crew 💬✨
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 💛
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0:00 - WELCOME TO HALF PAST CHAI
3:09 - SLEEP
10:45 - EATTING
17:19 - FITNESS
22:49 - WORKING STYLES
27:57 - Our Advice
Tears, tissues, and a little bit of tea - in this episode of Half Past Chai, we’re diving into what actually makes us cry. From the first time we cried in front of each other to learning how to not panic when your partner gets emotional, we're sharing the raw, the real, and the surprisingly funny parts of it all. If you’ve ever cried, wanted to cry, or comforted a crying partner - this one’s for you. Happy Monday Half Past Crew, we hope you enjoy this episode.
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 💛
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0:00 - WELCOME TO HALF PAST CHAI
2:13 - why we cry.
10:34 - the BAD cries.
14:45 - who cried first?
16:52 - crying in front of each other
This week, we’re diving deep into something that’s been on both of our hearts lately: what it really means to be yourself. From shrinking ourselves to fit in, to code-switching just to feel safe, we talk about the hidden cost of hiding who we are and the freedom that comes from choosing authenticity instead. If you’ve ever felt like you’re performing a version of yourself just to be accepted, this one’s for you. Let’s get into it, Half Past Crew 💬✨
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 💛
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0:00 - WELCOME TO HALF PAST CHAI
4:00 - Who are you?
10:48 - Difficult conversations
14:32 - Making decisions
23:30 - Why I didnt have indian friends
27:00 - andCollar AD
28:07 - How did Hallie feel about jealousy
33:40 - What has helped us stop hiding our true selves
44:11 - QUESTION OF THE WEEK
