Half Past Chai

This week on Half Past Chai…We’re joined by Kaitlin & Sourabh - partners in both life and businessThey’re the duo behind their social media where they cook, make chai, and travel, and today, they’re opening up about the reality of building a brand while building a life togetherWe’re diving into the inspiration that sparked their journey, the hurdles of the Indian-American business experience, and exactly what it takes to brew a successful startup from the ground upNow settle in, get cozy, and grab your chai. 💛New episodes every Monday at 7 am. Don’t forget to subscribe, and as always, we love you! Thank you for spending your Monday with us 💛Katlin & Sourabh’s Socials 👇YT - https://www.youtube.com/@katsourabhInstagram - https://www.instagram.com/katlinandsourabhTiktok - https://www.tiktok.com/@sourabhhanumantTiktok - https://www.tiktok.com/@katlinsannan🎙 Submit your stories: https://www.halfpastchai.com/📲 Follow us: https://bio.site/halfpastchaiDonate to Team For Kids here: https://fundraisers.nyrr.org/suketuDonate to Therapists Beyond Borders here: https://givebutter.com/hallie-patel-therapists-beyond-borders-nyc-marathon-2026-xtuif8Time codes0:00 - WELCOME TO HALF PAST CHAI3:37 - How did you guys meet?7:15 - Why did you start posting videos?10:16 - How did your parents react to you two?11:01 - What was it like to get introduced to Indian Culture14:10 - Why do you cook?18:20 - First time out of the country21:18 - Quitting your job26:30 - How do you guys work together?29:28 - Are you getting married?34:07 - Going to an Indian Wedding39:50 - Travel Tips42:58 - Favorite place you’ve traveled to50:38 - Traveling is important55:57 - Favorite food

We break down our real daily routines, from how we structure our mornings and workouts, to why we eat early, drink a ton of water, go to bed earlier than most people, and how those choices have improved our energy, relationship, productivity, and mental health.We also talk about why routines don’t have to be perfect to be powerful and how building a life that works for you is way more important than following what’s trending online.💬 Question for the Half Past Crew: What does your daily routine look like right now and what’s one small habit you want to improve?Now settle in, get cozy, and grab your chai. 💛New episodes every Monday at 7 am. Don’t forget to subscribe, and as always, we love you! Thank you for spending your Monday with us 💛Use use code HALFPASTCHAI10 for 10% at https://achaary.com/🎙 Submit your stories: https://www.halfpastchai.com/📲 Follow us: https://bio.site/halfpastchaiDonate to Team For Kids here: https://fundraisers.nyrr.org/suketuTime codes0:00 - WELCOME TO HALF PAST CHAI3:06 - Suketu’s routine8:42 - SPONSOR9:44 - Hallie’s routine16:49 - Pick what works for YOU

This week on Half Past Chai, you trusted us with your anonymous confessions and wow… you did not hold back.We talk about:Keeping secrets from your spouseEmotional baggage from childhood and how it affects relationshipsCultural pressure around marriage timelinesLong-term relationships with no parental approvalLoving someone deeply… and losing them anywayNothing is off-limits in this episode. If you’ve ever felt stuck between love, culture, timing, or expectations this one’s for you.Now settle in, get cozy, and grab your chai. 💛New episodes every Monday at 7 am. Don’t forget to subscribe, and as always, we love you! Thank you for spending your Monday with us 💛🎙 Submit your stories: https://www.halfpastchai.com/📲 Follow us: https://bio.site/halfpastchaiDonate to Team For Kids here: https://fundraisers.nyrr.org/suketuTime codes0:00 - WELCOME TO HALF PAST CHAI3:01 - Our confessions4:50 - I use a bidet6:25 - I don’t want to get married9:29 - Married but texting others?13:38 - 3rd wheel turned lover?17:26 - I don’t want to get married22:40 - I want to move on

This week on Half Past Chai, we sit down with TikTok finance creator DollarsWithDrew as he reviews our income, spending habits, money mistakes, and how we actually manage life as creators and business owners.If you’ve ever wondered how creators make money, what financial transparency really looks like, or how to think smarter about your own finances this episode is for you.Now settle in, get cozy, and grab your chai. 💛New episodes every Monday at 7 am. Don’t forget to subscribe, and as always, we love you! Thank you for spending your Monday with us 💛Dollars with Drew Instagram Dollars with Drew TiktokGet 15% off GHEE here: https://iloveghee.com/discount/HALFPASTCHAI10🎙 Submit your stories: https://www.halfpastchai.com/📲 Follow us: https://bio.site/halfpastchaiDonate to Team For Kids here: https://fundraisers.nyrr.org/suketu-patelTime codes0:00 - WELCOME TO HALF PAST CHAI2:47 - Who is Drew and why money is important.5:34 - Tracking money is important9:39 - How much we spent this year12:01 - How we shifted our mindset on money17:40 - SPONSOR18:24 - Why I started caring about money22:49 - How much we spend on eating out25:11 - Cars are expensive30:48 - Personal Care38:16 - Other expenses43:00 - Why do we need 2 cars?47:49 - How much we made in 202550:05 - Q4 REVIEW55:55 - Our NET WORTH1:02:53 - Dollars with Drew the STORY

This week’s Questions of the Week episode gets DEEP.You all sent in some of the most emotional, complex, and honest questions we’ve ever answered, especially around:What to do when you don’t like your partner’s friendsWhether we ever regret only dating each otherHow to know when it’s time to leave a relationshipHow our finances changed after becoming entrepreneursNavigating alcohol, health changes, and lifestyle shiftsThe “are we official?” conversationOur age gap and how it’s affected our relationshipThe funniest moments, biggest purchases, and dream NYC businessThis episode is personal, vulnerable, and full of advice we wish we had years ago.So settle in, get cozy, and grab your chai. 💛New episodes every Monday at 7 am. Don’t forget to subscribe, and as always, we love you! Thank you for spending your Monday with us 💛🎙 Submit your stories: https://www.halfpastchai.com/📲 Follow us: https://bio.site/halfpastchaiDonate to Team For Kids here: https://fundraisers.nyrr.org/suketu-patelTime codes0:00 - WELCOME TO HALF PAST CHAI3:33 - Have you NOT liked your partners friends?8:27 - Do you regret only dating each other?12:43 - How do you know it’s time to break up?14:17 - What do finances look like now that you're self-employed?17:23 - How much do we make on YouTube & Instagram?18:47 - Why did we stop drinking alcohol?22:15 - Funniest experience we’ve had together25:18 - Does Suketu like running as much as Hallie?25:39 - Do you apply your Data Science skills now?26:22 - How do you ask someone to be your BF/GF?28:24 - What is one quality each of you love about each other?29:31 - Does your age gap affect your relationship?31:04 - Most the ridiculous purchase you made as a couple31:44 - If you guys could open up a shop in New York City, what would it be?