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difficult-ish is a project hosted by mohuya and mashnun, two bangladeshi-american artists, about deconstructing the narrative of what it means to grow up in a south asian/desi home, and building the idea back together using blocks from two different journeys. video podcasts on youtube. new episodes every friday!

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a new season with a new guest!! introducing zinnat ferdous, who is the 1st female boxer to represent bangladesh and win various international matches while also juggling a full time job at google. in this episode, she talks all about her journey to b... more

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hellooo hello! this is our season finale as we both shift focus temporarily to so calm wedding planning!!! this episode is all about how easy it is to hold grudges and grow resentment, mostly with our parents but also with friends and others that hav... more

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all of our parents told their kids lies to protect them growing up, but how about the ones that blatantly make no sense?? did u hear that simply praying and eating veggies clears ur skin?? how about that the idea that family should be the only people... more

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this is a special episode where we recount our funny labor stories growing up working at the gas station when we weren't supposed to be and working at our uncle's flea market. child of immigrants are usually helping out their families at a very young... more

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Recent Guests

Zeenaz Ferdows
A Bangladeshi-American boxer and Google employee, aiming for the Olympics.
Google
Episode: working at google by day, olympics boxer by night w/ zinnat ferdous
Damir Khan
Musician, producer, DJ, and artist from Bangladesh
Independent artist
Episode: dameer on actually representing bangladesh, global dj moments, modernizing bangla music
Aria Mustari
Social entrepreneur and founder of MySoli Foundation
MySoli Foundation
Episode: escaping child marriage at 12 to graduating from harvard w/ aria mustary
Shafi Hossain
A stand-up comedian from Bangladesh who now performs in the U.S.
Episode: chemical engineer by day, world-touring bangladeshi comedian by night w/ shafi hossain
Areeni Rahman
Bangladeshi content creator and DJ
Independent
Episode: 125 concerts in a year, the bangla edm wave, + manifesting your dream life w/ ARINI
Shaheer Khan
Founder of Piyo Chai, a bubble tea company
Piyo Chai
Episode: building a south asian bubble tea empire w/ shaheer khan, owner of pyo chai
Jai Wolf
Bangladeshi EDM producer and classically trained violinist
Episode: coachella's 1st bangladeshi artist + climbing the music industry w/ jai wolf
Cynthia Victor
Content creator and influencer known for her fashion and beauty content on TikTok.
Episode: hot takes on the brown influencer world w/ shawtysin

Hosts

Mohuya Khan
Co-host of the show, a Bangladeshi-American artist who shares insights into cultural identity and the immigrant experience through personal anecdotes.
Mashnun
Co-host of the show, a Bangladeshi-American artist who engages in discussions about life as a South Asian immigrant and the complexities of cultural identity.

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 775 ratings
  • My go to podcast! 💕💕💕💕

    I stay on YouTube, and Mohuya video about thrifting in Brooklyn came down my timeline. I decided to check out a couple of her videos and like them. I seen she had a podcast with her boyfriend and I decided to check it out, it’s one of my new favs. Their voices are so calming and I find myself listening to two episodes a day sometimes, I love how the both of them are so driven and they actually give me inspiration to go for my goals and dreams. 💕💕💕💕💕💕

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Brownskinnedcutie
    United States2 months ago
  • Relatable content

    I’ve been listening to difficult-ish since 2023 and I must say that I love how the dynamic between mashnun and mohuya has evolved once they started being in-person. As a Bangladeshi myself, I find both of their personal experiences very relatable. And I love how they sometimes back up their takes with statistics/facts and wish they did it more! Excited for future episodes 💗

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    Ekdomchup
    United States3 months ago
  • Feeling Seen

    As someone who is half South East Asian and half American, there are so many things discussed on this podcast that I can relate to. I never thought I’d hear someone else relate to how hard it is to make other brown friends or what the expectations for you are as the first generation American.

    Thank you for making me feel seen. I never expected how much I would come to love this podcast.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Mmcki1025
    United Statesa year ago
  • So happy I discovered this podcast recently. I love the topics discussed, the unique perspectives, the chemistry —everything! It’s almost as if I’m in the room.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Tira ♡
    United States2 years ago
  • Conservative

    If you think you’ve got to please white people, that is a personal problem. I am a white guy. I’ve got black people, Spanish people in my family. I’ve had Asian friends when I was in school growing up. They never had to please me. I guess that’s a northern thing. Down here in the south we don’t deal with any of that garbage. Every body gets along about 99% of the time.

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    conserv1987
    United States2 years ago

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Many find the hosts' perspectives refreshing and validating, particularly for first-generation immigrants.
The engaging and humorous anecdotes resonate well with the audience, making each episode feel personal and inclusive.
Listeners appreciate the relatable discussions surrounding cultural identity and familial expectations.

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choosing your own career and rejecting the immigrant parent life path
Q: How do you feel like your mom is now or your parents are now with your job and like what you do?
The host feels that their parents have pushed the boundaries enough now to prioritize their happiness and allow them the freedom to choose their path, as long as it is safe and secure.
interracial relationships, how to stop bed rotting, post-grad jobs: an advice session
Q: Advice on how to approach therapy, especially if it's your first session?
Understand that a therapist is a mentor who can help guide you through your struggles, and it's okay to ask them questions to feel comfortable opening up.
6 red flags we had to unlearn to save our relationships
Q: What are tangible things that people can use to grow some accountability?
Spending time by yourself to feel emotions and self-discover can help grow accountability and understanding of your toxicity.
6 red flags we had to unlearn to save our relationships
Q: How do you feel like one should start reflecting?
To start reflecting, you have to allow your mind to enter a space where reflection can happen, which often involves experiencing new things.
ending the cycle of self sabotaging + unlearning it as child of immigrants
Q: How do you start convincing yourself that working on your mental health is not a waste of time?
It's about recognizing the small wins over time and understanding that while immediate results may not be visible, the effort contributes significantly to your growth.

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The content focuses on the experiences of growing up in South Asian families, specifically from the perspectives of Bangladeshi-American hosts. They often share personal stories that explore themes like parental expectations, cultural identity, familial dynamics, and the immigrant experience. This includes humorous anecdotes as well as deeper reflections on the struggles and joys of navigating identity within the context of their heritage. The discussions frequently touch on societal pressures, the repercussions of cultural norms, and the importance of self-actualization amidst family expectations. The blend of humor and heartfelt storytelling creates a relatable listening experience, particularly for those from similar backgrounds.

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Difficult-ish launched 4 years ago and published 192 episodes to date. You can find more information about this podcast including rankings, audience demographics and engagement in our podcast database.

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1. Zeenaz Ferdows
2. Damir Khan
3. Aria Mustari
4. Shafi Hossain
5. Areeni Rahman
6. Shaheer Khan
7. Jai Wolf
8. Cynthia Victor

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