• eyeliner's cultural history & the political power of beauty ft. author Zahra Hankir
    Apr 10 2024

    Maalvika sits down with Lebanese-British journalist and author, Zahra Hankir to talk about her latest book, Eyeliner: A Cultural History. Hankir reveals the rich history of eyeliner and its role in social movements, performances, and everyday life. From ancient Egypt to modern Bollywood, there are over three thousand years of rich history she does justice by examining the place eyeliner holds in society. In this conversation, the ladies discuss Drag Queens and Cholas and men in Arabia, and how, for many, eyeliner isn’t just makeup, but an extension of who they are. Plus, two favorite topics: feminist resistance and online beauty culture.

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    49 mins
  • getting cheated on & other paradigm shifts
    Mar 24 2024

    (Not) live from Chicago, It's Saaaaaturday night! From pages of Maalvika's journal to your ears -- she talks about moments in her life that made her rethink/reframe her relationship to other girls, doubt, external validation, career goals, and confrontation. Plus, some scattered thoughts on why we need to reinvent the conversation around love languages & attachment styles.

    Follow Maalvika's personal Instagram: @maalvikabhat and the Podcast Instagram: @showmehowgooditgetspodcast & feel free to shoot a DM if you have topics you'd like to see covered in an episode! Also, check out Maalvika's Tiktok: @maaltoks & Substack for even more content.

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    39 mins
  • how to cultivate self-worth
    Feb 27 2024

    Maalvika talks about why self-worth is to life like salt is to cooking. It just makes everything better! Self-esteem, as described by Todd Rose, is the evaluation of oneself based on the alignment of beliefs and behaviors. Real self-worth is tied to what we accept for ourselves, while false self-worth may stem from external factors like physical appearance or institutional affiliations.
    Building on this understanding, Maalvika outlines ten concrete methods to boost self-esteem and foster a positive self-image.

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    26 mins
  • congratulations on your breakup!
    Jan 13 2024

    Maalvika FINALLY sits down for a breakup episode. We break down the levels of breakups, what to do in each of the stages after, and how you're about to usher in a period of transformation. Tell us what resonates!

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    25 mins
  • why i stopped saying "i hate men"
    Jan 7 2024

    Maalvika dissects three of her favorite podcast conversations with Scott Galloway -- specifically the reasons this generation is struggling and the growing crisis facing boys and men. Plus, why should women care?

    (Disclaimer: we will need our critical thinking hats and empathy goggles for this conversation)

    Here are the episodes referenced:

    Episode 1: The Number One Reason This Generation Is Struggling: Scott Galloway 

    Episode 2: Scott Galloway (on the crisis facing boys and men)

    Episode 3: “This Is An Emergency!” The Number Of Men Having No Sex Increased 180%!

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    37 mins
  • "discipline is self-love" and other life lessons with Ashna Mankotia
    Oct 31 2023

    Maalvika sits down with her friend & internet big sister, Ashna Mankotia, to talk about her three jobs (a PM at a tech company, a content creator, and the founder of Saffron), what discipline looks like, why participation trophies were a great idea, and the advice she would give her 20-year-old self about her body, her dating life, and her goals.

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    38 mins
  • my rules for female friendship (aka my throughline & life force)
    Oct 14 2023

    There's a certain volatility to friendship. In romantic relationships, there's a sense of obligation. There are at least some rules about how it should go. There's lots of media about what counts as "right." Whereas friendship is usually so subjective.
    Maalvika sits down to walk you through a list on her phone: My Rules For Female Friendship.

    Follow Maalvika's personal Instagram: @maalvikabhat and the Podcast Instagram: @showmehowgooditgetspodcast & feel free to shoot a DM if you have topics you'd like to see covered in an episode! Also, check out Maalvika's Tiktok: @maaltoks for even more content.

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    33 mins
  • 30 things that will make your life fuller & make you more attractive
    Aug 8 2023

    Maalvika's bible on living with intention to be more confident, attractive, magnetic, & happier which will make your life fuller. Tell us what resonates & what you end up implementing!

    Follow Maalvika's personal Instagram: @maalvikabhat and the Podcast Instagram: @showmehowgooditgetspodcast & feel free to shoot a DM if you have topics you'd like to see covered in an episode! Also, check out Maalvika's Tiktok: @maaltoks for even more content.

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    34 mins