Best Afrah Podcasts (2024)

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Episode 8: Introvert, Ambivert or Extrovert? 16:07

7M ago16:07

16:07

This episode talks about different personality types. Why some people are introverts, ambiverts or extroverts and how life is different for each one of them. Is it good or bad to be any of those? Or should one be just comfortable in their own skin at all times. Tune in to hear the full episode

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Episode 7: Mood Swings 11:11

7M ago11:11

11:11

Mood swings are so common yet nobody wishes to talk about it. What impacts our mood, and why? Is it everyday stresses of life, work, relationships, etc? How to improve our mood, tips and tricks, and small habit changes that make a big difference. Tune in to hear the full episode.

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Episode 6: Influencer/Digital creators- Is their "reel" life their "real" life? 13:25

7M ago13:25

13:25

The influx of numerous digital creators and influencers in the last 5 years is alarming! Zero content, zero innovation, zero ideas but mass following? Morbid humor, fashion, brands, travel, etc - a lifestyle that only 2% people in Pakistan enjoy whereas the remaining 98% is suffering in silence. Are we influencing them negatively? Why are our conte…

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Episode 5: Brand culture- Zero limelight on local startups/ventures 11:05

7M ago11:05

11:05

Why are we so reluctant to give local startups/ventures a chance to grow or establish themselves in the market? Why are we so inspired by big brands and always turn a blind eye to whatever trash they sell us? Why are big names in the industry always preferred over local brands? Alternatively shedding light on discount/free service culture, asking u…

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Episode 4: Animal Adoption: A lifelong commitment or a play toy 9:13

7M ago9:13

9:13

Shedding some light on being a pet owner whilst discussing the prevalent social issue of animal cruelty and abuse in Pakistan. Adopting an animal is a lifelong commitment that requires lots of patience, time and energy. Don't abandon them, they're not toys. Treat them as family.

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Episode 3: Career x Marriage: A full stop to being you? 9:29

7M ago9:29

9:29

Why is career & marriage always clashing? Why can't women pursue their dream professions whilst maintaining a healthy relationship? Why are families less supportive of the idea and not enabling daughters/daughters in law to excel in life the same way boys do- alternatively, shedding a little light on KP's most popular "doctor bahu culture". What ar…

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Episode 2: Toxicity in Life: People, Behaviours, Relationships 10:16

7M ago10:16

10:16

Why should we put up with people's abusive, narcissistic behaviours? Why should we tolerate their bullshit? Prioritise yourself; your mental health, your happiness, your life. Surround yourself with positive people and energies.

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Episode 1: Porn Addiction 10:13

7M ago10:13

10:13

Too common yet uncommon to talk about? Tune in to hear what I've to say on the matter

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Ep 63- New Beginnings 31:44

10M ago31:44

31:44

This episode we're talking about where I've been for the last few months, what's been happening, and what I've learned. A Brief update on things to come and the future of ageing ungracefully.

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Ep 62- Ungracefully unemployed 30:10

1y ago30:10

30:10

Disappeared for awhile to figure my life out, then it became a dumpster fire. In this episode we're talking about what's currently happening in my life. From Loss and grief, heart break and the fact that my job of the last 8 years ended abruptly and unexpectedly and knowing inherently. It's going to be okay. Every ending can push you to a new begin…

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Ep 61- 5 Years of ageing ungracefully without you- A Tribute 35:10

1y ago35:10

35:10

This episode is out of the norm. It's 5 years since one of he most important people in my life passed on and it felt like at 5 years the best way to honour her was to speak about her.

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Ep 60- Your inner Critic is a C*** 29:59

1y ago29:59

29:59

In this episode we're talking about how our inner critic are often voices that we learned in our lives of when we weren't meeting other's expectations and how important it is to learn that your inner critic lies. They often are the pieces of you that want to keep you small and digestible for others. It is not your job to be digestible, it's your jo…

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Ep 59- Why do we call it MENstruation? 51:11

1y ago51:11

51:11

In this episode we're talking about periods, vagina's, having babies, PMDD, PMS, Endometriosis, Andeomyosis, and the fun of reproductive health. We're going back through my own experiences, talking about womb health (shout out Wildrose apothecary), and the importance of destimatizing periods, sex, and sex related illness.…

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Ep 58- Lets talk about death and illness 29:50

1y ago29:50

29:50

When we're kids, we often hear to think about the future. But often I find that the parts of the future we need to think about broad sides us like a 2/4 on a Tuesday. It can be incredibly uncomfortable to talk about planning for the death of someone you love, or planning for illness or potential illness. So why wait until it happens. Have the convo…

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Ep 57- Addictions are bitches 29:40

1+ y ago29:40

29:40

In this episode we talk about eating disorders, sobriety during tough times and making life decisions.

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Ep 56- Stuck in the tunnel- A life update 30:13

1+ y ago30:13

30:13

In this episode we're doing a life update and the what the current state of affairs is teaching me about myself, the beauty of creativity and chasing your joy. * Trigger warning* Discusses illness and death.

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It's Decluttering Time 8:21

1+ y ago8:21

8:21

Decluttering your home or workspace can have a positive impact on your daily life and helps you change your mentality drastically. Discover the benefits of decluttering and learn how to get started with these simple tips. [Lan: Eng]

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Ep 55- Indigenous Issues p2 24:58

1+ y ago24:58

24:58

In this episode we will be picking up where we left off. This second part covers the current issues facing the indigenous communities in Manitoba and how you can help. *** trigger warning: this episode talks about death, murder, generational trauma, and rape***

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Ep 54- Part 1- Let's talk about Indigenous Issues 29:51

1+ y ago29:51

29:51

In this episode we're talking about racism, racial profiling, Missing Murdered Indigenous Women,Girls and 2 Spirit people and heavier topics of discussion then our regular discussions. This is a two part episode due to the heaviness of the content. Warning: This episode talks about, racism, death, murder, sexual abuse and trauma.…

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Ep 53- Solicited Advice Part 2 42:50

1+ y ago42:50

42:50

A Follow up to the question we received for solicited advice. We're talking about does grief ever end and should I break up with my boyfriend?

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Ep 52- Solicited Advice P1 59:29

1+ y ago59:29

59:29

On today's episode we're giving solicited advice. Ask and you shall receive! We're talking about some light and some heavy topics today, questions about misogny, introversion, and attachment and anxiety in relationships. She's a long one and we didnt even get through all of the questions! I've decided to do a part two to this episode as well and we…

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Ep 52- Normalcy is a fallacy 30:13

1+ y ago30:13

30:13

What is normal? Do you feel normal? Are you normal? This week we're talking about a topic that has continuously showed up in the last few weeks and the importance of self love in the journey to normalcy.

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Ep 51- My attachment style is anxiety 30:06

1+ y ago30:06

30:06

We've all been there. You say something, they hear you, and you're left wondering how you the heck you both got it so wrong. This week we're talking about attachment styles, miscommunications, and relationships.

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Ep 50- My inner teenager likes to scream 30:16

1+ y ago30:16

30:16

In this episode we're talking about our inner children, and hanging out with our inner teenager and trusting them with our joy.

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Ep 49- I guess I'm an artist now? 30:08

1+ y ago30:08

30:08

In this week's episode we're acknowledging that the things we tell ourselves aren't always true and a part of growth is acknowledging the parts of you that make you, well.. you. Join me as I talk about my journey back to spoken word poetry and being on stage, as well as discuss the pieces that I'm performing for soul speak at The Grindstone!…

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Ep 48- Healing is Hard 35:38

1+ y ago35:38

35:38

In this episode of Ageing Ungracefully we're talking about the adventures of healing and the realizations on deep diving. What if you love someone? What if that someone doesnt love you? What if you're heartbroken for more then a minute over a failed friendship or relationship? Why do we have to force ourselves to rush through healing like it isn't …

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Ep 47- Magic 29:27

1+ y ago29:27

29:27

In this episode we talk about every day magic, a long with spiritual magic. Intuition, connection, synchronicity and the beauty of developing these gifts as we get older.

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Ep 46- Trying new things in your 30's 30:01

1+ y ago30:01

30:01

When I was younger, I was fearless. But somewhere a long the way life crept in and over time it became harder to step out of my comfort zone. More uncomfortable being seen for who I was. Before 2023 started, I shifted my focus to radical joy and trying new things. Come with me on this adventure of trying new things in my 30's…

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Ep 45- A New Year of Ageing Ungracefully 35:12

1+ y ago35:12

35:12

In this episode we're talking about the future of the podcast, Expectation vs reality, and the New Year new me vibes.

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Confrontations... 8:23

1+ y ago8:23

8:23

An Episode on Confrontations where I point out the reasons for people failing to achieve this skill and why it's necessary in the real world. [Lan: Eng]

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Ep 44- So long 2022 38:00

1+ y ago38:00

38:00

Well, It's almost been a year of joining you all in your homes weekly. A Massive thank you as we say farewell to 2022. This episode is a year in review and a recognition of how far we've come.

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Ep 43- Holiday Burnout 30:09

1+ y ago30:09

30:09

In this episode we're talking about the stress of the holiday season and the need to slow down. Coupled with the adventures in burnout and exhaustion.

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Ep 42 - Addicted to healing 37:41

1+ y ago37:41

37:41

In this episode we're talking about getting addicted to healing and forgetting to pause and remember how far you've come and what you went through to get there.

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Ep 41- In Loving memory. 29:38

1+ y ago29:38

29:38

This week we're talking about breaking cycles such as people pleasing, being at the receiving end of bad behaviour and recognizing who you want to become while grieving who you were and who you thought you'd be.

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Ep 40- Dating in your 30's 29:53

2y ago29:53

29:53

In this episode we talk about dating in your 20's and dating in your 30's and how important it is to make your mistakes, and have your character development moments because who you will become will be worth the moments where you weren't sure.

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Ep 39- So this is the end? 28:35

2y ago28:35

28:35

On this weeks podcast, we're talking about the endemic, the end of a chapter and how quickly we go from wanting it to just be tomorrow already to wanting time to slow down so we can enjoy more of the moments.

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Ep 38- I see dead people 45:15

2y ago45:15

45:15

happy halloween! On this episode we're talking about believing in the unseen, and my own experiences with things, out of this world. Stories of ghosts, stories of premonition, and tales of the unexplainable.

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Ep 37-Cheaters gonna cheat 52:09

2y ago52:09

52:09

On this episode we're talking about the current media frenzy surrounding cheating scandals. My own personal experience's with being cheated on, cheating and being the other women (unknowingly) as well as perspective on the false and sometimes toxic narratives that surround cheating and how we could do with a little more compassion and understanding…

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Ep 36- I want to be a jelly fish 33:13

2y ago33:13

33:13

On this week's podcast we are talking about wanting to be a jelly fish. But really, we're diving into re-parenting our inner teenager. We ask the question, what would teenage you think of you now?

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Ep 35- Brain Changes 30:13

2y ago30:13

30:13

In this episode, I cry, but I promise it is much more than me crying for 30 Minutes. We talk about making decisions to change your life, going through the hard part to get to the good, and figuring out who you are after life changes.

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Ep 34- Ungracefully Fat Part 2 39:57

2y ago39:57

39:57

This week we continue our conversation on being ungracefully fat with our guest Courtney Versteegt.

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Ep 33 Part one- Ungracefully Fat with guest Courtney Versteegt 36:33

2y ago36:33

36:33

It's finally happened, we finally have another guest episode! In this episode we're talking about body, body image , and having relationships as a big person. Huge thank you to this Week's guest Courtney!

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Ep 33- It happened on a Wednesday 37:52

2y ago37:52

37:52

This week we're talking about the ungraceful journey of realizing that sometimes, you were the problem. What we thought we knew, Vs what we learned a long the way. *Trigger warning* Brief mention of sexual assault.

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Ep 31- The Next chapter 30:15

2y ago30:15

30:15

This Week we're doing a catch up, talking about the next life chapter and the recognition of myself and my own sexuality.

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Ep 30 - Whippets of Cortisol 43:31

2y ago43:31

43:31

This week's episode we're talking about all that's gone on in my life recently. The sheer amount of stress that I've been going through and processing, as well as the little lessons in all of it.

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Ep 29- The Great Discomfort 37:14

2y ago37:14

37:14

This week we're talking about getting uncomfortable in order to grow.

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Ep 27- Pope Impact p2- Post Apology Feelings 43:56

2y ago43:56

43:56

In this episode we continue to discuss Indian Residential Schools, the pope's visit to Maskwacis Alberta, and the feelings surrounding the events of the day and my own take and changed perspective.

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Ep 26- Pope Impact- P1 31:41

2y ago31:41

31:41

In this episode we're talking about the visit from Pope Francis in Alberta Canada and the impending feelings and impact expected. We discuss the Indian Residential School system and the continued fall out in the name of "truth and reconciliation".