Ranting and Relieving
This podcast is the host's personal story of losing everything despite having it all, becoming a subject of gossip and sympathy as a widow. She challenges societal taboos for Indian women, where her achievements were overshadowed by her marital status. The host shares her journey with wit, emotion, and strength, offering a unique perspective on an Indian woman in unusual circumstances.
Episodes
The People Who Stayed | Season Finale
Send us Fan MailIn 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 through midnight breakdowns, chaotic memories, shared meals, hard truths, and unconditional love — th
Coming Home to Myself
Send us Fan MailAfter 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 journey. The love from my family, my friends, and even the unseen forces I still believe in… reminded me of some
I Was Never Too Much
Send us Fan MailI 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.This episode dives into the reality no one talks about: what happens when love fades on one side, when effor
Have I found my forever?
Send us Fan MailWhat 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 learning how to find myself again, I finally gathered the courage to let someone in.And then he happened.No
Foolishes in NYC
Send us Fan MailAfter 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 even recognize who I was… to finally feeling ready to let someone in again.And then? NYC dating happened.
The Sitcom Era
Send us Fan MailIn 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 Maggi, to job hunts, heartbreaks, subway scares, and late-night emotional breakdowns, we open up about the se
Adult Friendship Era
Send us Fan MailWhat 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 where only three showed up, to navigating cultural differences, heartbreak, student budgets, and chaotic Ne
A Whole New World
Send us Fan MailIn 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 noise of home—everything felt different.She shares stories of unexpected kindness, discovering boundaries
New Delhi to New York
Send us Fan MailA 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, family, and everything familiar to pursue my master’s in the US. From navigating uncertainty, finances, an
Alive and Kicking
Send us Fan MailSeason 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, starting over alone, pursuing my third master’s, and finally finding a career I love. I open up about dating a
Season 2- Trailer
Send us Fan MailSeason 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 gave love another shot — collecting first dates, hard lessons, and heartbreak that stayed longer than in
Stand By Me
Send us Fan MailOn 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 and let their loved ones support them, while giving others a chance to lend their support to those who mat
The Dark Night
Send us Fan MailIt'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 through, so we all be considerate next time we come across someone.Tune in to hear for y
Beyond the Moulds
Send us Fan MailBeyond 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 forward to the next day. Tune in to hear for yourself how over the years over society has tried to fit us i
The Fear Trance
Send us Fan MailThe 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 young to till date and my journey with them so far.Instagram- @thescribbledsolaceInquiries- info.scribbledso
No Permits Needed
Send us Fan MailWhen 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- @thescribbledsolaceInquiries- info.scribbledsolace@gmail.com
Always in my Heart
Send us Fan MailRelationship 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 journey, I bring to you yet another brutality of society we live in. Tune in and hear for yourself. Instagr
Tell me, Why not?
Send us Fan MailWhy 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- @thescribbledsolaceInquiries- info.scribbledsolace@gmail.com
I Accept Myself
Send us Fan MailWhat'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- @thescribbledsolaceInquiries- info.scribbledsolace@gmail.com
Fresh or Not, Fret Not!
Send us Fan MailThis 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- @thescribbledsolaceInquiries- info.scribbledsolace@gmail.com
Let's Set Free
Send us Fan MailAfter 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- @thescribbledsolaceInquiries- info.scribbledsolace@gmail.com
Trailer- Ranting and Relieving
Send us Fan MailTrailer 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- @thescribbledsolaceInquiries- info.scribbledsolace@gmail.com
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