It's March and you know what that means? It's "Women's History Month." We are honored to kick off this month with a flashback Town Hall Meeting featuring Grammy-Nominated Artist Ashley Támar, Broadway Actress Patrice Covington, Music Executive Carolyn Owens and Council for Paramount Global, Maya Day. In this gathering, the ladies explore topics fro…

Sean Thomas shares an inside nugget about working as a Prop Master on some of your favorite television and film projects. And he's on 35 years young!

Born in Los Angeles, Daniel Carrillo has been practicing meditation for eight years and he uses it as a pathway to connect to Spirit while cultivating peace, joy, and balance in every aspect of his life. He is the founder of Rompe Coffee, a brand that honors his roots by sourcing beans from his family’s farm in Nayarit, Mexico. He is also the host …

In this powerful episode, Tamara takes us back 17 years to the moment that changed, saved, and MADE her life—the day she discovered the Law of Attraction through the book The Secret. At one of her lowest points, this book opened her eyes to a new way of thinking, and she’s sharing how it completely transformed her mindset, finances, relationships, …

There are two narratives doing the rounds about Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s recent visit to Washington to break bread with U.S. President Donald Trump. The first narrative, touted by the government and its backers, is that Modi skillfully threaded the needle with Trump, standing up for Indian interests but also giving the president some i…

Dr. Lori Brotto, renowned women’s sexual health expert and UBC professor, joins us to break down the changes menopause brings—and how to navigate them with confidence. From explaining a shifting libido to managing discomfort, Lori shares insights packed with practical advice you won’t want to miss.

Today’s guest is Betsy Aimee Cardenas, a purpose-driven, entrepreneur, producer, writer and creative marketing expert who has dedicated her career to championing the Latinx community through various advocacy efforts. Betsy has also produced two podcasts for iheart radio “Out of the Shadows: Children of 86” and “Rep: A Story About the Stories We Tel…

It’s a milestone celebration! In this episode, Tamara shares all the details of how she spent her 40th birthday, including a big surprise—her first-ever Botox experience! After avoiding it for so long, she finally took the plunge and spills all the tea on how she feels about it now. But the celebrations didn’t stop her from experiencing yet another…

The news from India has been coming fast and furious. On February 1, the finance minister revealed the latest Indian budget amidst a backdrop of slowing economic growth. On February 8, a new government in the state of Delhi was elected and, for the first time in a quarter-century, it’s headed by the BJP. And on February 13, Prime Minister Narendra …

Did you know women are almost twice as likely as men to develop dementia? Dr. Saskia Sivananthan, neuroscientist and CEO of the Brainwell Institute, dives into the science of brain health. She breaks down why dementia rates are higher in women and, most importantly, what we can do to lower our risk.

We talk to our friend and therapist Daniela Sarmina and ask her to share with us some helpful resources and tips on how we can cope with the chaos that's been around us since the election. Daniela, or Dani as we like to call her, is a licensed therapist, creative, and student of life. Born in Mexico City and raised in the San Joaquin Valley, she dr…

This week’s episode comes from a special request by one of Tamara’s old Happy Gang members! Back when she ran her life coaching service on WhatsApp, she developed a powerful Sunday ritual to help set up the week for success—Sunday Lists. These lists are designed to help you reflect, release, and manifest a positive and productive week ahead. Tamara…

On September 5, 2017, the journalist Gauri Lankesh was shot and killed outside of her house in Bangalore by armed assailants traveling on a motorbike. Lankesh, a journalist and social activist, was known for being a fierce critic of right-wing Hindutva politics and her murder has widely been seen as retribution for her outspoken views. A new book b…

What if your biggest craving led to a successful business idea? When Lilian Umurungi-Jung was pregnant, she found it difficult to find nourishing food products and decided to make her own snacks at home. As the owner and founder of Mumgry, Lilian’s business makes nut butters that are delicious, nutritious and have simple ingredients. She shares how…

In this episode, we explore the childhood story of Bhagat Kanwar Ram, a revered devotee of Lord Vishnu. From a young age, Kanwar Ram demonstrated unwavering faith in God, facing numerous challenges with deep devotion. His childhood experiences highlight the power of belief, showing how his trust in God guided him through adversity. The episode delv…

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On this episode we welcome back climate justice leader, Marce Gutiérrez-Graudiņš and discuss her unwavering commitment to keep our oceans clean and to galvanizing the Latine community to get involved. We discuss the threat that this administration poses on climate conservation efforts, and what lessons we can take from environmental disasters like …

This week’s episode is deeply personal and incredibly important. Tamara is asking for your help in raising funds for a cause close to her heart. In 2022 (not 2002—she had a slip-up, so let’s correct that right away!), her best friend’s daughter tragically passed away, and now she’s on a mission to give her the headstone she deserves. Tamara has set…

On February 1st, India’s finance minister Nirmala Sitharaman presented her eighth Budget of the Modi era. This year’s budget was tabled at a precarious economic juncture, for India and for the world. India has been challenged by slowing growth, persistent inflation, and global uncertainties motivated in part by the return of Donald Trump to the Whi…

Are you tired of the endless cycle of dieting, guilt and food rules? Shana Spence is a registered dietitian nutritionist and she dives into how to heal your relationship with food to reclaim the joy of eating. Shana breaks down why diet culture is so pervasive, how it harms our mental and physical health, and what we can do to unlearn restrictive f…

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Our guest today is Robyn Moreno, a storyteller, meditation teacher, practitioner of Curanderismo, and Emmy-nominated TV host. She’s worked tirelessly as a cross-platform storyteller, mentor, and thought leader to stand up, speak out, and highlight stories and issues that matter to Latinas and W.O.C. We talk about her latest book: Get Rooted and exp…

Tamara is back with an exciting update on her journey with NMN—a supplement she didn’t realize would become a peri-menopause lifesaver when she started taking it back in May last year. After a short break from NMN while battling illness, the results were clear: this supplement is a total game-changer. If you’re curious about the benefits, Tamara br…

2024 was widely hailed as the year of elections with 73 countries holding elections in and more than 1.5 billion voters exercising their franchise. On Grand Tamasha, we’ve discussed the 2024 Indian general election as well as the recent U.S. presidential election at some length. But there was another important election in South Asia which has impor…

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Social media can distort the reality of life in many different ways – motherhood is no exception. Sara Petersen is an author and culture writer with a love/hate relationship with ‘momfluencers’, where the private work of mothering is turned into a public performance. The message is simple but fraught: we’re all just a couple of clicks away from a b…

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In this episode, we explore the childhood story of Bhagat Kanwar Ram, a revered devotee of Lord Vishnu. From a young age, Kanwar Ram demonstrated unwavering faith in God, facing numerous challenges with deep devotion. His childhood experiences highlight the power of belief, showing how his trust in God guided him through adversity. The episode delv…

Tamara is back with the first episode of season 2, bringing her signature unfiltered reflections on life, health, and everything in between. After a Christmas filled with illness, Tamara shares how cannabis oil from NYN Oregano (use code ‘NDT30’ for 30% off select products) helped her get through the tears and chaos, healing both her body and mind.…

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This week on the pod, Vanessa Vancour joins Brenda to discuss the power of authentic storytelling, how we can all be savvy consumers of media, and why it’s more important than ever before to seek out and celebrate community as we enter this new era. Vanessa is a Mexican-American, Award-winning storyteller, bilingual editorial consultant, and Latinx…

One of the most talked about policy experiments in India in recent memory is the reform of government schools in the city-state of the National Capital Territory of Delhi. Under the leadership of the Aam Aadmi Party, the Delhi government has implemented an innovative program to equip students with foundational literacy and numeracy. But while these…

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More competition among internet providers means more innovation and choice for Canadians. Zainul Mawji joins us to explain how TELUS is standing up for Canadians’ right to choose their Internet provider. As the Executive Vice-president of TELUS and President of TELUS Consumer Solutions, Zainul unpacks the federal government’s recent appeal asking t…

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The life of Sant Kanwarram, a beloved spiritual leader and singer whose soulful bhajans and selfless service touched countless lives. Discover his journey of faith, compassion, and his role in promoting peace within the Sindhi community. Through stories and songs, we celebrate his enduring legacy and timeless teachings. Tune in to immerse yourself …

This is a rough week for our beloved Los Angeles, the home of this podcast. Several of our Tamarindo past guests have lost homes and thousands have been directly affected. We are thinking about everyone whose lives have been disrupted by this massive disaster and about everyone who is stepping up to help. To help the most vulnerable, please donate …

For the first couple of weeks of January, we’re revisiting some of our most popular episodes from 2024. Take another listen to our conversation with Tanya Talaga. For Tanya, memory is not just about the past. It’s a tool for survival and resistance. Remembering and honouring ancestors through stories ensures that their spirits and wisdom continue t…