Teh Talk

Khai and Tiara

This is a show about Khai and Tiara, just a married couple trying to make sense of life. Teh is tea in Singaporean slang. So grab a cuppa.... and join us for your weekly sips of Teh Talk.

  1. Season 2 Episode 4 - Hard Truths of Being a Caregiver

    11/03/2024

    Season 2 Episode 4 - Hard Truths of Being a Caregiver

    Life as a Caregiver: Challenges and Coping Mechanisms In this heartfelt episode, we share our personal experiences and challenges of being caregivers to our loved ones who suffer from chronic illnesses and disabilities. We share about Tiara's journey caring for her amputee father and Khairun supporting his mother in being a secondary caregiver to his late uncle with health complications. The episode delves deep into the emotional, physical, and mental burdens of caregiving, highlighting the importance of a robust support system, self-care, and coping strategies. We provide insights on navigating tough decisions, the role of hope and faith, and suggest available support resources in Singapore. We also reflect on our emotional experiences and emphasize the spiritual and personal growth aspects of caregiving. 00:00 Introduction and Greetings 00:54 Topic Introduction: Life as a Caregiver 01:32 Personal Stories of Caregiving 02:29 Different Types of Caregiving 05:59 Challenges Faced by Caregivers 21:26 Coping Mechanisms and Support Systems 27:48 Finding Your Support System 28:50 Dealing with Feelings of Unfairness 31:02 Maintaining Faith and Perspective 37:05 The Importance of Self-Care for Caregivers 41:13 Technological Wishes for Caregiving 44:21 Final Thoughts and Gratitude

    47 min
  2. Season 2 Episode 3 - We Finally Got Our House!

    09/16/2024

    Season 2 Episode 3 - We Finally Got Our House!

    The Journey of Settling into Our New Home In this episode of Teh Talk, we share our experiences and updates on finally settling into our new home after a long wait due to COVID delays. We discuss the joys and challenges of moving, renovating, and adjusting to our new space. From becoming 'paw rents' to fostering a cat, and navigating our new responsibilities, we delve into the emotional and practical aspects of making our house a home. We also touched on our interactions with neighbors, our favorite parts of the house, and offer advice for anyone moving into a new place. 00:00 Introduction and Welcome 00:34 Podcast Updates and Recent Events 01:54 New Home and Renovation Journey 03:14 Becoming Cat Parents 04:34 Settling into the New Home 07:06 Favorite Spaces in the House 15:46 Adjusting to New Responsibilities 20:18 Household Chores and Cooking 27:31 Modern Cleaning Gadgets 30:25 The Importance of Neighbors 31:42 Smart Doorbell Chronicles 34:51 Gratitude for Good Neighbors 40:45 Personalizing Our Space 43:41 Lifestyle Adjustments 49:39 Advice for New Homeowners 54:57 Future Home Projects

    57 min
  3. Season 2 Episode 2 - Awkward & Horrible Dates We Went Through

    06/11/2024

    Season 2 Episode 2 - Awkward & Horrible Dates We Went Through

    Teh Talk's Fun and Cringeworthy Date Stories In this episode of Teh Talk, hosts Khai and Tiara take a fun detour from their usual topics to share personal and cringe-worthy dating experiences. From awkward first dates to clubbing mishaps, they reflect on the humorous, embarrassing, and sometimes uncomfortable moments that come with dating. They also discuss the importance of chemistry and how their younger selves handled romantic situations. Tune in for a relatable and entertaining episode filled with laughter and candid storytelling. 00:00 Introduction and Welcome Back 00:59 Brainstorming Podcast Topics 02:18 Today's Topic: Horrible Dates 04:17 Han's Awkward Date Experience 11:07 Tiara's Cringe-Worthy Date Story 18:40 Reflecting on Past Dating Experiences 21:06 Rugby Match and Awkward Formalities 22:46 The Sociable Father and the Unexpected Lunch 25:21 A Cringe-Worthy Rebound Relationship 32:12 Clubbing Disaster and the KO'd Date 37:23 Reflecting on Past Experiences 38:38 Conclusion and Farewell

    40 min
  4. Season 2 Episode 1 - Wedding Prep "Horror" Stories

    06/02/2024

    Season 2 Episode 1 - Wedding Prep "Horror" Stories

    TEH TALK S2E01: Wedding Stuff In the first episode of season 2, Khai and Tiara discuss their return to podcasting after a two-year hiatus. They share amusing and insightful stories about wedding planning, including the challenges they faced with vendors, decorations, and timing. The episode offers valuable advice for anyone planning a wedding, emphasizing the importance of good communication, proper planning, and maintaining a sense of humor. Welcome Back to Teh Talk Reason for Podcast Resumption Evolution of Podcasts Choosing the Wedding Topic Tiara's Family Wedding Phases Inconveniences with Wedding Planning Khai's Songkok Saga Tiara's Table Mishap Decor Disasters Tips for Picking Your Wedding Team Importance of Timing Food and Hydration for the Big Day Conclusion and Well Wishes

    52 min

  5. 09/05/2022

    Teh Talk Ep 43 - A Retro Throwback

    As we have been on hiatus for a few months, we are back with yet another episode. In this episode, we talk about some retro stuff in our younger lifestyles. We are super sure you all can relate. Come check the episode out and have a good walk down memory lane. DM us too and share what are your retro stuff which always has a special place in your heart. Let’s go!

    44 min
  6. Teh Talk Ep 37 - How Youtube Has Changed Us And Made Us Grow

    09/10/2021

    Teh Talk Ep 37 - How Youtube Has Changed Us And Made Us Grow

    In this episode, we both share our Youtube journey and stories on how it has changes us and made us grow our skillsets. We share what are some of the challenges we faced and the rewards and benefits we reaped from Youtube. Check this episode out!

    48 min
  7. Teh Talk EP 36 - What Do You Miss Most About Travelling (OR Don't Miss Most)

    08/25/2021

    Teh Talk EP 36 - What Do You Miss Most About Travelling (OR Don't Miss Most)

    As more people are getting vaccinated and the premise of travelling is become more real, we talk about some of the things we miss most about travelling, and some of the things we really don't miss most. Check out this episode and leave us what you missed most about travelling on our IG. You can reach us on either @tiaradusqie or @khairunkamaruzaini. Stay safe guys!

    32 min
  8. Teh Talk EP 35 - What If ???

    05/24/2021

    Teh Talk EP 35 - What If ???

    In this episode, we bring down the intensity level of topics by playing a game. We threw hypothetical questions to each other based on "What if" and get each other to respond in their own way. Check this out. For any suggestion on podcast topics, be sure to drop us on our IG DM. You can reach us on either @tiaradusqie or @khairunkamaruzaini. Stay safe guys!

    45 min
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This is a show about Khai and Tiara, just a married couple trying to make sense of life. Teh is tea in Singaporean slang. So grab a cuppa.... and join us for your weekly sips of Teh Talk.

Information

  • Creator
    Khai and Tiara
  • Years Active
    2020 - 2024
  • Episodes
    43
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © Khai and Tiara
  • Show Website
    Teh Talk