Sheena Interrupted

S3 Ep20: How a Childhood Memory Became a Product at Sephora | The Launch of Mango Muse 02.06.2026 40min

This week on Sheena Interrupted, we're sharing the story behind Mango Muse, the fragrance Sheena spent over a year creating from scratch.What started as an email from a small business owner turned into one of the most meaningful projects we've ever worked on. We talk about the unexpected journey from childhood memories in India to launching a fragrance on Sephora, the dozens of samples it took to get the scent right, the moments we almost gave up, and the lessons we learned along the way.We also dive into entrepreneurship, trusting your instincts, supporting other founders, and why saying yes to the right opportunity can completely change your path.Of course, it wouldn't be Sheena Interrupted without TRID attempting to launch his own competing fragrance brand, convincing everyone that a manufacturing mistake is actually a collector's item, and sharing some truly terrible business ideas.A little nostalgic, a little inspiring, and a lot unhinged.Thanks to this week's sponsorQuince.com/sheena#SheenaInterrupted #MangoMuse #Sephora #Entrepreneurship #Perfume

S3 Ep19: Opposite-Sex Best Friends, Thirst Traps & The Texting Habits We Secretly Hate | Try It or Trash It 26.05.2026 41min

This week on Sheena Interrupted, we debate the relationship habits everyone has opinions about: opposite-sex friendships, thirst traps, birthday weeks, speakerphone calls in public, read receipts, rewatching movies, and the texting habits that instantly annoy people.Somewhere along the way, TRID also shares a suspicious customs story involving a luxury handbag box and invents a completely new theory about birthdays.Honest, chaotic, and deeply unserious.#relationships #marriage #dating #texting #couples

S3 Ep18: Are We On Our Phones Too Much? | The Screen Habits Affecting Our Relationship 19.05.2026 35min

This week on Sheena Interrupted, a completely normal moment turned into a surprisingly deep conversation about phones, relationships, screen addiction, modern communication, and the weird resentment couples secretly build without even realizing it.We talk doomscrolling, texting each other while sitting beside each other, social media habits, screen time rules, dinner table phone bans, kids growing up online, “phone relationships” inside marriages, and whether any of us actually know how to unplug anymore.Also somehow: Depends ads, Hay Day farms, Japanese train rides, and why TRID thinks everyone is secretly addicted to their devices.Thanks to this week's sponsors:FactorFactor.com/Sheena50OffCozy EarthCozyearth.com/Sheena#podcast #relationships #marriage #screenaddiction #phones #technology #modernlife #comedypodcast #socialmedia #couples

S3 Ep17: Things Moms Secretly Do…But Never Say Out Loud | Motherhood UNFILTERED 12.05.2026 38min

Happy Mother’s Day 💐 This week on Sheena Interrupted, TRID asks Sheena the most brutally honest mom questions possible… starting with one very dangerous question:“Have you ever thrown away your child’s artwork?”We talk mom guilt, mental overload, the invisible pressure moms carry, and the parenting habits nobody admits out loud, from hiding in the driveway for an hour before going inside to secretly judging another mom’s snack choices.In this episode:• Sheena admits she’s thrown away her kids’ artwork• TRID believes good moms should kick attacking dogs• Facebook Mom's Groups get fully exposed• Someone accidentally picks up a random stranger from a bus stop• Matching family pajamas somehow turn into a full-blown argument• And we discover what moms are really thinking 90% of the timeThis may just be our most unfiltered parenting episode yet…#podcast #motherhood #parenting #momlife #family #comedypodcastThanks to this week's sponsors:Storyworth.com/Sheena for $20 off

S3 Ep16: Japan Travel Truths: The Good, The Bad & The Unexpected 05.05.2026 50min

This week on Sheena Interrupted, we’re back from Japan…and it completely lived up to the hype.From the most incredible food (yes… even the pizza), to the level of organization, cleanliness, and thoughtfulness in everyday life, Japan felt like stepping into a completely different world (in the best way). We’re sharing everything from our trip: Tokyo vs. Kyoto, our favorite experiences (including what you should book in advance), traveling with kids, and the small moments that ended up meaning the most.We also talk about what’s changed since we last lived there, what surprised us, and why Japan continues to leave such a lasting impression.

S3 Ep15: Is It Weird That We Share This…? Couples Debate Gets Heated 28.04.2026 27min

This week on Sheena Interrupted, we broke down the things couples share… and the things that feel like a hard no. From toothbrushes (yes, really) to clothes, money, food, and everything in between…we got into the habits, boundaries, and weird little things that come up in long-term relationships.Some of it makes sense. Some of it absolutely doesn’t.Equal parts chaotic, honest, and way too relatable.#relationships #couples #marriage #relatable #podcast #love

S3 Ep14: Body Shaming, ADHD Diagnoses & Getting Too Honest | Reading Your Hate Comments 21.04.2026 46min

Welcome to Sheena Interrupted. Real conversations about relationships, parenting, mental health, and life…hosted by Sheena Melwani and The Real Indian Dad. No scripts. No filters. No staying on topic. Just two people who tell it like it is, laugh when they shouldn't, and somehow make you feel less alone every single week.

S3 Ep13: We Gave Our Son Snapchat…and Now We Regret It | The Reality of Teen Screen Time 14.04.2026 45min

This week on Sheena Interrupted, it’s just TRID and Jae… and one very honest conversation about Snapchat.After a month of using the app, we sat down to break down what’s actually happening behind the screen: how much time is being spent, what real communication looks like vs. just “streaks,” and why it’s harder to put the phone down than anyone wants to admit.This isn’t a lecture, it’s a real back-and-forth between a parent trying to understand and a teenager living it in real time.We talked: What kids are actually doing on Snapchat How “streaks” keep you coming back Why screen time adds up fast The balance between independence and boundaries What’s helpful vs. a complete waste of time How to be aware (without being addicted) If you’re a parent, this will make you think.If you’re a kid, you’ll probably feel seen.Equal parts honest, funny, and a little uncomfortable…in the best way.Thanks to this week’s sponsorStoryworth.com/Sheena

S3 Ep12: Mom Guilt Is Real… But Why Don’t Dads Feel It the Same Way? 07.04.2026 55min

This week on Sheena Interrupted, we're talking all about mom guilt, dad guilt, and why so many of us as parents feel like we’re never doing enough. From missing pajama day to working late, social media comparison, feeding choices, and the pressure to be everything to everyone. This episode gets honest about the emotional weight so many of us carry, and why dads often experience parenting guilt very differently. It’s funny, chaotic, validating, and a reminder that your kids probably won’t remember the thing you’re still beating yourself up over. Thanks to this week's sponsor:Quince.com/Sheena#parentingpodcast #marriage #family #relationships

S3 Ep11: There Are Two Types of Travelers… Which One Are You? 31.03.2026 41min

This week on Sheena Interrupted, we’re talking about the travel habits that make absolutely no sense until you’re doing them together. From airport anxiety and arriving way too early, to booking hotels while en route to our destination and completely winging it… we could not travel more differently.We get into packing styles, over preparing vs under preparing, planning vs going with the flow, travel stress, and the little things that turn into big moments when you’re traveling as a couple. We also share travel hacks, airport routines, and how our habits have changed over time.If you’ve ever argued about what time to leave for the airport, how much to pack, or whether you need a plan at all… this episode is for you.👉 Which type of traveler are you — planner or go-with-the-flow? Let us know in the comments.#travel #relationships #marriage #vacation #podcast #relationshipadvice #familytravel

S3 Ep10: What People REALLY Think About Our Relationship | Answering Your Assumptions About Us 24.03.2026 35min

This week on Sheena Interrupted, we asked you to share your assumptions about us… and you did not hold back. From whether our videos are scripted, to who’s the stricter parent, to what our marriage is really like behind the scenes…nothing was off limits. We talk relationships, parenting dynamics, money, cultural identity, and the truth about how we actually create our content. Some assumptions were spot on. Others were… not even close. Honest, chaotic, and a little too revealing (as usual).This week's sponsor: CozyEarth.com/Sheena#relationshipadvice #marriage #couples #parenting #podcast #unfiltered #comedypodcast #relationships #familylife

S3 Ep9: What Women Go Through That Men Still Don’t Understand 17.03.2026 44min

This week on Sheena Interrupted, what started as chaos quickly turned into one of our most honest conversations yet. We talked periods, fibroids, miscarriage, hormones, pain, shame, silence, and why so many women are taught to push through things they should never have to normalize. We also got into marriage, communication, and what it actually looks like when your partner is trying to understand something they will never physically experience. Emotional, funny, uncomfortable, and very real.This week's sponsor:Factor.com/Sheena50Off#womenshealth #relationships #marriage #periods #fibroids #miscarriage #couplespodcast #unfiltered #communication

S3 Ep8: Questions That Reveal Everything About Your Relationship... the not so innocent game of 'Would You Rather' 10.03.2026 33min

This week on Sheena Interrupted, we thought we were playing a harmless game. Instead, a round of Would You Rather turns into a full breakdown of marriage, habits, jealousy, pet peeves, and who is actually the more difficult person to live with. We cover anniversary pressure, thermostat drama, movie talking, blanket stealing, text-reading, matching outfits, and more. Unfiltered, chaotic, and probably a little too familiar if you’re in a relationship.Thanks to this week's sponsor:CozyEarth.com/Sheena for up to 20% off#marriage #relationshipquestions #wouldyourather #unfiltered #comedypodcast #sheenainterrupted

S3 Ep7: Would You Marry a Stranger If Your Family Approved? | Let’s Talk Arranged Marriages 03.03.2026 50min

This week on Sheena Interrupted, we go ALL IN on arranged marriages…what they actually are, what Western culture gets wrong, and why the modern version looks a lot more like “serious dating” than people think. We break down biodata, matchmaking “aunties,” horoscope checks, family pressure, and the surprisingly emotional logic behind it all… plus TRID decides he wants to launch a matchmaking game show (because of course he does). Thanks to this week's sponsor: MintMobile.com/Sheena#arrangedmarriage #relationships #marriage #dating #indianpodcast #comedypodcast #sheenainterrupted

S3 Ep6: Should Teens Have Snapchat? | Parenting Rules, Privacy & The Social Media Reality 24.02.2026 54min

This week on Sheena Interrupted… Sheena is interrupted (aka out of town), so TRID is joined by Jae for a surprisingly real conversation about teens, social media, and the one app every kid just wants for group chats: Snapchat.We get into: Snapchat rules & screen time limits, privacy vs safety, what parents should (and shouldn’t) monitor, how social media impacts teen confidence + mental health, and why “everything disappears” is exactly the problem. Also: hockey schedules, parenting worry spirals, and an extremely unnecessary debate about jumping over cars in an alley (do not try this at home, or anywhere).Thanks to this week's sponsors:Quince.com/Sheena for free shippingBarefaced.com/Sheena for 15% off plus free shipping#parenting #snapchat #teenlife #socialmedia #familypodcast #comedypodcast #sheenainterrupted

S3 Ep5: Are DMs the New Affairs? Marriage, Temptation & Modern Loyalty | Unfiltered Q&A Pt. 2 17.02.2026 54min

This week on Sheena Interrupted, we’re back with Part 2 of your unfiltered relationship questions…and nothing is off limits.Are DMs the new affairs? Is it harder to stay loyal in the social media era? What happens when marriage gets boring… or just comfortable?We talk temptation, online attention, emotional cheating, resentment after kids, and the quiet ways modern relationships get tested. From strict parents and secret relationships to remarriage after loss, we unpack what staying loyal actually looks like today. This one is honest, messy, funny and slightly unhinged. Welcome to modern marriage.Thanks to this week's sponsors:Barefaced.com (code SHEENA)CozyEarth.com/Sheena #marriage #relationships #relationshipadvice #modernlove #loyalty #socialmedia #unfiltered

S3 Ep4: Intimacy After Kids, Money in Marriage & the 94-Day Rule | Unfiltered Q&A 10.02.2026 36min

This week on Sheena Interrupted, we answer your anonymous relationship questions during the most dangerous time of year: Valentine’s Day. We talk mixed signals, unresolved conflict, exclusivity timelines, money in marriage, intimacy when life gets busy, and why “not ready” usually means exactly what it sounds like. Equal parts honest, unhinged, and unintentionally therapeutic.This week's sponsorsBarefaced: barefaced.com code SHEENACozy Earth: cozyearth.com/Sheena

S3 Ep3: Good Couples Never Fight… and Other Lies | Debunking Marriage Myths 02.02.2026 51min

In this episode of Sheena Interrupted, we are breaking down the most common marriage myths people swear by. We cover the big ones couples argue about all the time, like: • “Good couples never fight” (spoiler: LOL) • “Never go to bed angry” and the pressure to finish every argument immediately • “If they loved you, they’d just know what you need” • Forgiveness = forgetting (and whether you can forgive without erasing the lesson) • A strong marriage has no resentment (ideal vs. human reality) • “Happy wife, happy life” — myth, truth, or… a complicated family ripple effect?We also discuss love languages, emotional “defaults,” and why communication isn’t just talking more—it’s learning how your partner actually hears you. Basically: relationship advice, but with chaos, roasting, and at least one imaginary whiteboard.If you’re into relationships, marriage advice, couples communication, conflict resolution, emotional connection, and honest conversations about what actually works in long-term love, this one’s for you.#marriage #relationship #podcast This week's sponsor: barefaced.com and use code SHEENA for 15% off

S3 Ep2: "I Was Smiling, But I Was Struggling" | Reflecting On The Past 27.01.2026 42min

This week on Sheena Interrupted, we are looking back at 2016, when we had two little kids, a camera roll full of smiling selfies, and no idea how depleted we actually were. We talk candidly about that season and what ten years of perspective has shown us. We weren’t behind. We were just in it.We (TRID) also spiraled about leftover confetti from our 100th episode, took an unexpected but very serious glaucoma detour, and listened to TRID pitch a plan involving a random Chad or possibly a goat to boost our views.If you’re navigating parenting, career pressure, or a season that feels heavier than you expected, this episode is for you. This week's sponsor:MintMobile.com/Sheena

S3 Ep1: Sheena Interrupted Turns 100 | New Season, Fresh Space, Same Interruptions 20.01.2026 42min

Happy 100th episode!!! We kick off Season 3 with a full celebration…new set, confetti, surprise guests, and an outfit situation that makes absolutely no sense. But underneath the chaos, we actually talk about what this podcast has meant to us, why we started it, why we’ve kept it going, and what we’ve learned after 100 episodes of showing up together every week.We also shared a real moment about independence, anxiety, and what it looks like when you don’t have the words to say “I need you”… and why we think every couple needs a reset button (feel free to boroow our safe word - "popcorn!")This episode is the perfect mix of ridiculous and real..:and we’re so grateful you’re here for it.Thanks to this week's sponsorFactorMeals.com/sheena50off and use code sheena50off to get 50% off your first Factor box PLUS free breakfast for 1 year