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India with Jessica | Navigating Indian Culture With Love

by Jessica Kumar

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About the show

Hear authentic experiences of an American living deep within Indian culture. Jessica Kumar engages in powerful & empathetic interviews to shed light on lesser known aspects of Indian culture, founded in cultural anthropology, sprinkled with hints of modern relationships. Join us to hear diverse voices, stereotype breakers & interesting people who are experts in: -learning Indian languages -cross-cultural parenting and racial identity -interracial relationships & marrying an Indian -cross cultural weddings -in-laws and family -doing business in India Previously the Invisible India Podcast.