Call Me Whenever

Who would've thought Shivani and Chinaza would talk sports? Well since the beloved Philadelphia Eagles were in the Super Bowl this season, these girlies had to dish out their opinions. From talking about cute QBs, to the Kelce brothers, to just discussing how fair the game was - tune in to hear these amateurs really be experts for the day. And speaking of experts, Shivani and Chinaza also touch on the massive tech layoffs and how much they've affected their friends and family. Big tech was not playing around this season either!  Social Media: @callmewheneverpodcast Shivani's IG @itsvanishah Chinaza's IG @chinazaasiegbu

What better way to kick off a new season than with a little bit of chaos? Shivani and Chinaza are BACK on the podcast scene... but upgraded and degreed up! With our golden college years behind us, we’re getting y’all up to speed on where the stars of CMW (aka us lol) are now. But like every good CMW pod, we can’t stop at just us. We just had to chat about Hawaii, indigenous rights, New York City summers, bestie apartment visits, legal jargon, and a warm farewell to hometown normalcy as we know it. Stick around for the first of many chats in Season 5, and hey, we missed you guys! Happy Black History Month! https://blackhistorymonth.gov/ Podcast Instagram: @callmewheneverpodcast Chinaza's Instagram: @chinazaasiegbu Shivani's Instagram: @vani__shah

The Bridgerton episode that nobody asked for but everybody needs. After Season 1, we all had high expectations. But who knew Season 2 would meet and surpass them?! Prepare yourself a cup of masala chai and get ready for a critical conversation on all things Bridgerton: the characters, the culture, and of course… the drama! Podcast Instagram: @callmewheneverpodcast  Chinaza's Instagram: @chinazaasiegbu  Shivani's Instagram: @vani__shah

As April wraps up, us college seniors are arriving at the beginning of the end. Everybody thinks that they know what their senior year will look like coming in: calm, stress-free, #focusonme, party-hard, #mindingmyownbusiness etc. But almost everyone is shocked by what actually happens in good (and not-so-good) ways! Regardless of where you fall on the spectrum, whether you’re a senior or not, listen to this pod for the honest truth on what really goes on senior year. Listen EXTRA hard to hear ALL about Chinaza’s 21st birthday bash (lol six months later)!  Announcement: Shivani's Birthday is in FIVE DAYS! 4/28! Podcast Instagram: @callmewheneverpodcast Chinaza's Instagram: @chinazaasiegbu Shivani's Instagram: @vani__shah

You know how it goes! Our story time series continues with Shivani and Chinaza dishing out on failed dates and what really went wrong. From calling out our own egos to talking about societal pressure, this podcast sure will have you relating to these girls! Grab a cup of Joe (or tea) and a seat and join the conversation! Podcast IG @callmewheneverpodcast Shivani's IG @itsvanishah Chinaza's IG @chinazaasiegbu

Ah yes, the infamous tip. At the end of a meal, the waiter smoothly places a leather-bound check on the table and says “Take your time.” You open it casually, only to come face-to-face with a black line that reads “Tip.” Depending on who you are, you’ll either do mental math, open up your calculator, or hit them with your best guess. Chances are, when you’re tipping, you already know that it’s not just about generosity. Tips are loaded with social expectations and the fear of not being seen as stingy. But what are we really doing when we tip? Where do these tips go? How do our tips overall affect the service industry and workers’ paychecks? Tune in to hear our *perhaps controversial* thoughts on tipping and how restaurants are preying on consumers to pay a price they should be paying! Prepare to get some tips on tipping! Disclaimer: WE PAY our tips! Podcast Instagram: @callmewheneverpodcast  Chinaza's Instagram: @chinazaasiegbu  Shivani's Instagram: @vani__shah

In full transparency, it's been a minute! We're sure you couldn't tell, but Shivani and Chinaza haven't been in front of mics in over 6 months. Join the girls as they dish out all that's been going on these past few months. From losing control of priorities to visiting each other in the Fall, we sure hope our listeners enjoy this fresh off the studio conversation!  CMW Podcast IG @callmewheneverpodcast Shivani's Podcast IG @itsvanishah Chinaza's Podcast IG @chinazaasiegbu

Have you ever looked at someone and wish you had their style? We’ll let you in on a little secret: it’s not about what you wear but how you wear it! In this world of fashion, the possibilities are endless so you gotta make it your own. Fashion do’s and don’ts differ from person to person and that’s fine! Whether big-busted, petite, or anything overlapping or in between, we talked with YouTuber Jessica Neistadt to get the tea about how to dress for your own specific body on a dime! With over 525K subscribers on YT and almost 55K Insta followers, Jess blesses us with her expertise on all the fashion hacks, places to shop, and (of course knowing us) a whole bunch of other random stuff like finding authentic cultural food. Most importantly, we finally learned how to thrift! Fashion no-no’s always seem to become fashion comebacks—and here’s how to stay ahead of the game. Rule #1: One man’s trash is another man’s treasure! Jess's Socials: Instagram: @jessicaneistadt https://www.youtube.com/c/JessicaNeistadt Podcast Instagram: @callmewheneverpodcast Chinaza's Instagram: @chinazaasiegbu Shivani's Instagram: @vani__shah

"Ya'll talk too much". NO! We just have a lot to say and aren't afraid to vocalize it! Shivani and Chinaza vocalize the struggle they've faced in being confident speaking into rooms of doubtful ears. Join us to gain some wisdom about how to articulate yourself clearly, when to speak your mind, and learn the balance of standing ten toes down on what you believe in while allowing room for new knowledge and growth. This episode will surely give you some more insight on Shivani's and Chinaza's way of thinking! So, do we talk too much? Podcast Instagram @callmewheneverpodcast Shivani's IG @vani__shah Chinaza's IG @chinazaasiegbu

New York! *in Alicia Keys' voice* “If you can make it there, you can make it anywhere” or so the saying goes. As you all know, Shivani and Chinaza are Jersey girls so we needed expert advice from our good sis and guest, Gabby Whiten! Gabby Whiten is a New York City-based freelance digital creative and visual designer. She’s worked with brands like Dunkin’, Madewell, and Ulta Beauty to create high quality content. On top of that, she is a PhD candidate in biomedical sciences at New York University School of Medicine! We covered so much ground: building a new life in a new city, graphic design hacks, graduate school, gatekeeping in the medical field, and balancing side hustles and professional pursuits! "There’s nothing you can’t do" listening to this pod! Gabby's Socials: Instagram: @gabbywhiten @gabbywhite.creative https://www.gabbywhiten.com/ Podcast Instagram: @callmewheneverpodcast Chinaza's Instagram: @chinazaasiegbu Shivani's Instagram: @vani__shah

You asked and we delivered! In this episode, Shivani and Chinaza take turns asking questions YOU, the listeners, asked. Is simping real? How do you date as a brown girl? Does it matter if your significant other isn't the same religion? Tune in to hear these single ladies' opinions on relationships! Grab a cup of Joe and get comfy because this episode sure has a lot of wisdom. Podcast Instagram: @callmewheneverpodcast Shivani's IG: @vani__shah Chinaza's IG: @chinazaasiegbu

Very rarely do we meet a politician so outrightly eager about changing the system to work for all Americans, especially the most marginalized among us. Meet Ashmi Sheth, candidate for US Congress in NY-10! Sheth has been spending her 20s advocating on the streets of New York City, and her ideas span across small businesses, climate change, and even broader social change! Take a seat at our table and learn a thing or two about our family backgrounds, cultural foods, and how you can support her campaign!  Ashmi's Socials:   Instagram: @ashmisheth  https://ashmiforcongress.com/  Podcast Instagram: @callmewheneverpodcast  Chinaza's Instagram: @chinazaasiegbu  Shivani's Instagram: @vani__shah

For those that know Shivani and Chinaza or just have been listening to the pod for a bit, know that Chinaza is the tea girl and Shivani is the coffee addict. And so when they got the opportunity to speak to THE founder and CEO of Saxby's, Nick Bayer, they had to jump at the chance. Nick's philosophy follows through with his company as he considers Saxby's to be a social impact company fueled by amazing food, beverage, and hospitality. Saxby's has grown to a nearly 30-unit Philadelphia-based business with a singular mission: Make Life Better. Tune in to get the tea about Nick Bayer's story!

Relationships are oh just so complicated! What's even more complicated is the infamous friend zone. Shivani and Chinaza are back again for season 4 to dish out on all these experiences! From magically ending up friend zoned to putting people in the brother zone as a defense mechanism - this episode sure will have our sistas relating and bros getting THE inside scoop! Welcome back to Call Me Whenever Season 4! You know the drill, grab a cup of Joe and tune in to hear how real the bestie syndrome can be! Podcast Instagram @callmewheneverpodcast Shivani's IG @vani__shah Chinaza's IG @chinazaasiegbu

Not only is she Harvard educated, but she has the voice of an angel and a musical mission that has touched the lives of many. We invited Bombay and Boston based artist and creator, Avanti Nagral to chat with us! Drawing inspiration from her background in Indian classical and soul music, Avanti thrives at the intersection of pop and soul. She challenges societal norms and aims to reclaim the way young girls see themselves, around the world. Avanti has also spoken and performed at the United Nations and TEDx conferences, been nominated for ‘Best Actress in a leading role’ at the National Theater Awards in India, and has performed at venues and festivals across India, the US, and Southeast Asia. Along with her many achievements, she has the most amazing sense of humor. We laughed about name pronunciations in our childhood past, reconnecting with old classmates, and our imperfections! By the end of this pod, you'll learn that music has the power to not only change the society, but to change souls. Prepare to be inspired! Avanti's Socials:  Instagram: @avantinagral Avanti's Latest EP, Double Standards: https://music.apple.com/us/album/double-standards-ep/1573111359 http://avantinagral.com/ Podcast Instagram: @callmewheneverpodcast Chinaza's Instagram: @chinazaasiegbu Shivani's Instagram: @vani__shah

Exactly one year ago, Shivani and Chinaza embarked on starting a podcast. Now, they are 45 episodes deep! And let's not forget, have had over 8 guests on in just this one year - ranging from social media influencers, singers, love gurus, lifestyle coaches, to even politicians. Join the girls as they discuss the journey of starting a podcast! From the many obstacles that were thrown at them, to how their friendship has transformed, to even how much the podcast has improved in this small duration of time. This episode has us in our feels, and we hope our day ones (AND our new listeners) enjoy them diving in head first into how 365 days changed their lives! As always grab a cup of Joe (or chai!) and find a comfy spot to join this conversation!! Podcast Instagram: @callmewheneverpodcast Shivani's Instagram: @vani__shah Chinaza's Instagram: @chinazaasiegbu

“When you focus on your own success, you won’t get the results you want, you’ll get the results you need.” Hard to believe, but apparently, one of us said those wise words! In this day and age, it can be SO hard to STAY IN YOUR OWN LANE. With jealousy, competitiveness, and toxicity literally fueling our society, it can be hard to stay focused on YOU. It can often feel like nobody is truly on your team and nobody wants you to win! But like Shivani says, sometimes, you just gotta wave at the haters! From toxic competition, to the woes of Linkedin, to gatekeeping in academia, to gut feelings, you will learn how to embrace confidence with this pod. Because confidence is free, but you pay a price of jealousy! Podcast Instagram: @callmewheneverpodcast Chinaza's Instagram: @chinazaasiegbu Shivani's Instagram: @vani__shah

Who's excited about the Olympics? Shivani and Chinaza sure are! Who wouldn't be?! Speaking of competitive events, Chinaza has some stories to tell! Our third installment to our STORYTIME series! From having a friend telling Chinaza that he qualified for the Olympics, to their own high school shenanigan tales, this pod sure will have you laughing. But the most important story to tell in this episode is how Chinaza punched her arch nemesis in high school and how that came to be! Tune in with a cup of Joe (or tea) to hear all about how Chinaza sucker punched someone!  Podcast IG @callmewheneverpodcast Shivani's IG @vani__shah Chinaza's IG @chinazaasiegbu

How do you advocate for yourself? What does it mean to lead with intention? These goals always sound great on mugs and in motivational speeches, but when it comes down to actually executing them, many of us are left pretty confused. As women in the workplace, it can be especially hard to stand up and take ownership of the trajectory of your career, but it is all the more vital! If you want to BOSS UP, this is the pod of your prayers to do so. Learn how to feel deserving enough to negotiate job offers, make wealth-building moves, and operate on a high level of performance to level up! And PLEASE welcome our very special guest, Black Girl Mentor and Career Mentor for Women, Dr. Ashley Adams, who has a Ph.D. in educational leadership and nearly 15 years of professional experience in corporate, non-profit, and educational leadership! Ashley's Socials: Instagram: @ashleyasshire Ashley's Podcast Instagram: @schoolinlifepodcast https://www.mentor-me.org/your-mentor Podcast Instagram: @callmewheneverpodcast Chinaza's Instagram: @chinazaasiegbu Shivani's Instagram: @vani__shah

Does height matter? 90% of women will scream YESSS! But what is an appropriate height difference? Is it even our business? I'm sure y'all have either had this intense conversation with your friends or you have heard it before. Listen to Shivani and Chinaza's differing perspectives. From Adulting 101 lessons to talking a little bit about cryptocurrency to having this controversial talk - there's a little bit for everyone. TALL GIRLS, WE HEAR YOUU! Height Matters! Call Me Whenever Podcast IG @callmewheneverpodcast Shivani's IG @vani__shah Chinaza's IG @chinazaasiegbu