Diwali brings back treasured memories of family gatherings, laughter, and the sparkle of firecrackers lighting up the night. Growing up, the festival felt magical—sweets, decorations, and the joy of being with loved ones. But now, as adults, we see a different side to the celebration: the behind-the-scenes work that often falls on women. From cleaning and decorating to preparing food and organising every detail, women take on a massive, invisible load to make Diwali perfect for everyone else. While men get to enjoy and relax, women juggle the responsibilities that make the festival possible, balancing festive tasks with their everyday lives. Join us as we share childhood memories and unpack the reality of this unspoken festive labour, diving into how cultural expectations shape Diwali for women. If you’ve ever wondered why Diwali feels like more than just a celebration, this episode is for you! Don’t forget to like, share, and subscribe for more honest conversations about women’s lives, family dynamics, and festival traditions. 00:00 - Teaser + Intro 00:52 - Sidhikka’s fondest Diwali memories 01:40 - Arushi’s Diwali ka khauf.. ahem.. cough :’) 02:32 - Recycling my Diwali outfit before it was cool 03:37 - HR se achha rangoli main banata hai 04:00 - What I did with my Diwali monies 06:11 - The bittersweet memories of pathakas 11:51 - Maroing gedi and judging gharon ke lights 14:07 - Festivals: Fun for everyone, extra stress and labour for women 19:55 - Our Diwali traditions now 20:57 - We love it but our doggos and cattos hate festivals 23:46 - Our pookie pasandeeda mards and how awesome they are during festivals 27:46 - Bye guys! Happy Diwali! Please subscribe PODCAST AUDIO AVAILABLE TO STREAM ON Spotify - https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/girl-guppa Amazon Music - https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/facc73fe-d024-457f-b1b4-ef341100cd03/girl-guppa Youtube @GirlGuppaPodcastAudio Instagram Arushi @Curlmoohi Sidhikka @Sidhikka https://www.instagram.com/GirlGuppa ABOUT US: Hey there! We’re Girl Guppa — 2 millennial ‘girls’ who love ‘gupshup’. Especially if it’s about things that women care deeply about. Whether we're chatting about the possibility of feminist marriages, having open and honest talks about sex, or unpacking complex issues like mental health, we do it with a blend of insight, warmth, and fun. ‘Girl Guppa’ is all about those raw and real conversations we have with our BFFs at 3 am or on a long drive home, about prevalent, important, or even completely frivolous issues. Our show is all about creating a space where no subject is taboo, and every woman feels seen, heard, and understood. While we’d ideally love to ‘enlighten’ you, we’d be happy if we can ‘entertain’ you to begin with. Join us for fun, non-judgmental, and enlightening conversations that empower and inspire. Email GirlGuppa @ Gmail.com Sidhikka @ WorldmentMedia.com Tags: diwali celebration, diwali memories, festival of lights, women’s invisible labor, diwali family traditions, indian festivals, diwali nostalgia, women’s role in festivals, festival preparation, diwali housework, women festival workload, diwali stress on women, diwali gender roles, indian family expectations, behind the scenes diwali, diwali podcast, diwali traditions, diwali responsibilities
