Chai & Chaos

Gunita and Sukhmani
  • 5.0 (5)
  • Relationships
  • Updated Biweekly

Chai & Chaos is your new favorite hangout spot where two best friends, Sukhmani and Gunita, pour a cup of chai and spill a little chaos. From unfiltered conversations about girlhood, love, and culture to hot takes on pop culture, and everything in between, nothing’s off the table. Equal parts heartwarming and hilarious, it’s the kind of late-night kitchen-table talk you’ll want to be part of. So grab your chai and come get cozy in the chaos.

Episodes

  1. Jan 13

    Closing 2025, Pouring Into 2026

    Episode 5: Closing 2025, Pouring Into 2026 In this episode, we’re looking back on 2025, the highs, the lessons, the chaos, the moments that stretched us, and the ones we’re deeply grateful for. Then, we set our sights on 2026, sharing our resolutions, goals, and mindset shifts, along with what we’re choosing to carry forward and what we’re ready to leave behind. It’s a grounded, reflective conversation about growth, intention, and stepping into the new year with clarity (and a little chaos). Grab your chai and join us as we close out one year and welcome the next.

  2. 12/29/2025

    Chaos & Conviction

    Episode 4: Chaos & Conviction After a little hiatus, we’re back! In this episode of Chai and Chaos, we catch you up on everything you missed while we were away and share what’s new in our lives. Then, as the holiday season surrounds us, we dive into a candid, thought-provoking conversation about religion—its role in our lives and how it shapes the way we celebrate this time of year. Grab your chai and settle in for the chaos!

  3. 10/06/2025

    Mother Knows Chaos

    Episode 3: Mother Knows ChaosIn this episode, we talk about our moms’ origin stories, growing up in India, immigrating to America, building new lives, and raising us in between two cultures. We share how their journeys shaped who we are, how we show up in our communities, and the women we’re becoming. From mother-daughter trips to the evolving bond that comes with adulthood, we reflect on how our relationships with our moms have deepened over time.We also talk about what motherhood looks like for our generation, our hopes, hesitations, and how we plan to carry forward (and rewrite) the lessons we learned from them. Follow us on Instagram @chaiandchaos.pod to join the conversation and share your own stories about motherhood across generations.

  4. 09/22/2025

    Chaos in the City: Cabs, Curry & Community

    Episode 2: Chaos in the City: Cabs, Curry & Community  Come along as we relive our New York trip, including a dreamy stop at the Sabyasachi store, a night at the theater watching John Proctor is the Villain, and all the delicious food spots we managed to squeeze in between. Of course, no episode of Chai & Chaos is complete without going deeper: we open up about our immigrant parents, the lessons they’ve passed down, and why building community matters so much to us. It’s travel stories, cultural reflections, and plenty of laughter.  We’ll be dropping new episodes every other Monday, so mark your calendars and keep an eye out for our next one on 10/6! If you have any comments or suggestions, please email us at chaiandchaos.pod@gmail.com, we'd love to hear from you! More info about the play, restaurants, and brands mentioned in this podcast: John Proctor is the Villain on Broadway: https://johnproctoristhevillain.com Chalong Southern Thai: 749 9th Ave, New York, NY 10019 Fish Cheeks: 55 Bond St, New York, NY 10012 Sabyasachi: 160 Christopher St, New York, NY 10014 Mango People: https://mangopeopleofficial.com/ BySimran Jewelry: https://bysimran.com/

  5. 09/08/2025

    Welcome to the Chaos

    Episode 1: Welcome to the Chaos In this first episode, we introduce ourselves, share how our friendship and late-night conversations inspired this podcast, and talk about why we’re creating this space. From the silly to the serious, we’re here to dive into everything: community, culture, girlhood, identity, and of course, the chaos of everyday life. This is the start of our journey, and we’re so glad you’re here for it. We’ll be dropping new episodes every other Monday, so mark your calendars and keep an eye out for our next one on 9/22!

  6. Season 1, Episode 1 Trailer

    Trailer

    Two best friends. One pot of chai. Endless chaos. In this trailer, Sukhmani and Gunita spill what Chai and Chaos is all about. Cozy up and hit follow to be part of the journey.

Trailer

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About

Chai & Chaos is your new favorite hangout spot where two best friends, Sukhmani and Gunita, pour a cup of chai and spill a little chaos. From unfiltered conversations about girlhood, love, and culture to hot takes on pop culture, and everything in between, nothing’s off the table. Equal parts heartwarming and hilarious, it’s the kind of late-night kitchen-table talk you’ll want to be part of. So grab your chai and come get cozy in the chaos.

Information

  • Creator
    Gunita and Sukhmani
  • Years Active
    2025 - 2026
  • Episodes
    6
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
    © Gunita and Sukhmani
  • Show Website
    Chai & Chaos