TC Talks

We chat with Sinthujan Varatharajah - an author, political geographer and essayist based in Berlin. Sinthujan’s written work challenges the traditional notions of belonging, migration and culture. Sinthujan is the author of 'an alle orte, die hinter uns liegen' (to all the places we have left behind) - a German language book that explores global colonialism and European asylum policy. In this episode, we talk about how we often find home in people rather than places. We also dive into their reflections on the performative aspects of progress and wealth and how the divide between the diaspora and homeland shapes our identities. Host : Jeevan Ravindran Podcast Producer : Hashwina Vimalarajan Song credit: Seasons by Maharani (@realmaharani) & Itsyaboikay (@itsyaboikay)

Our latest Tamil Innovators features Lakshmi Rengarajan. Known for her engaging presence and insights as the host of The Later Dater Today podcast, Lakshmi is also recognized as a keynote speaker, focusing on workplace connection and modern relationships. Her previous experiences include co-hosting Vox Media's Land of the Giants podcast and holding influential leadership positions at WeWork and Match.com. "As we navigate the complexities of modern relationships and modern work, the importance of fostering genuine connections and nurturing relationships cannot be overstated. With a background that seamlessly bridges the worlds of singles events and corporate culture, I'm committed to revolutionizing the way we approach workplace relationships, one meaningful connection at a time."

The "Dating While Tamil" podcast by myTamilDate, in partnership with TamilCulture.com, discusses the ins and outs of modern dating in the Tamil diaspora. Hosted by Ari Sooriya. In this episode, Ari chats with Dr. Juliet Anton, a psychologist and entrepreneur based in London about: -Why matchmaking shows have become so popular all of a sudden and the pros/cons -Classism and how it plays a role in dating and finding a partner -Generational divides which cause conflict in the process of finding a partner -Red flags and green flags to look out for

Our latest Tamil Innovators features Kumaran Nadesan, Co-Founder and Deputy Chairman of 369 Global. Previously, he held progressively senior roles at the Ministries of Government and Consumer Services, the Solicitor General, and the Attorney General in Ontario, Canada. Kumaran has also co-founded several initiatives aimed at building long-term collective capacity of racialized communities in Canada and vulnerable populations abroad, including comdu.it. He was born in Jaffna, Sri Lanka from where he left as a refugee at the age of five to Chennai, India before eventually immigrating to Toronto, Canada by way of Muscat, Oman. Hosted by Arani Raskumar. Arani is an experienced Investor Relations Associate with an interest in politics, finance and tech. She holds an undergraduate degree in Political Science from the University of Waterloo, as well as a post graduate certificate in Investor Relations from Seneca College. Arani is involved in the Tamil community and enjoys being a part of the networking team at Tamils in Finance. TC's Tamil Innovators Spotlight is an online series which puts the spotlight on individuals from the global Tamil community who are building great products, services and initiatives.

Dating While Tamil podcast by myTamilDate, in partnership with TamilCulture.com, discusses the ins and outs of modern dating in the Tamil diaspora. Hosted by Ari Sooriya. In this episode, Ari chats with his longtime friend Nithya about how they've navigated their platonic friendship over the years while being married to other people, being ghosted by friends because a partner insisted on it, how your perceived attractiveness increases or decreases your 'threat' to a relationship & more! To see video interview - https://tamilculture.com/dating-while-tamil-podcast-can-you-have-friends-of-the-opposite-sex-if-youre-in-a-relationship. About myTamilDate.com: myTamilDate has been the most trusted dating community for single Tamils around the world for close to a decade! We’re the premiere dating site for diaspora Tamils and have the largest membership base in Canada, USA, UK & more. JOIN TODAY: https://mytamildate.com/​

Our latest 'Tamil Innovators Spotlight' features Prakash Somosundram, a serial Entrepreneur from Singapore who has built and sold companies. He is currently the CEO and cofounder of Enjinstarter. A launchpad focused on Blockchain Gaming, Entertainment and the Metaverse. To see video interview - https://tamilculture.com/tamil-innovators-prakash-somosundram-on-blockchain-gaming-entertainment-and-the-metaverse. Reader contributions will support TC’s editorial work and help us bring more of the content you love. Donate as little as $5 to help us continue to tell the stories worth telling in the global Tamil community.

Our latest Tamil Innovators Spotlight features Thanuska Subramaniam, a Canadian-Tamil digital creator who has worked with numerous beauty, fashion and lifestyle brands to create digital content across Instagram and TikTok. Most recently, she worked with Sephora as a Launch Partner and was featured in Sephora stores across Canada. She was also one of the first Tamils to be featured on a Times Square Billboard ad for the global beauty brand. To see video interview - https://tamilculture.com/tamil-innovators-thanuska-subramaniam-on-finding-success-in-the-creator-economy. Reader contributions will support TC’s editorial work and help us bring more of the content you love. Donate as little as $5 to help us continue to tell the stories worth telling in the global Tamil community.

Our latest Tamil Innovators Spotlight features Mugunthan Siva, Co-founder & Managing Director of India Avenue, which provides investment solutions to investors seeking to access India's strongly growing capital markets. He is based in Sydney, Australia and has spent most of his working career in Australia’s finance industry working for financial planning, stockbroking and superannuation funds. He has extensive knowledge of International Equities, Emerging Markets and Alternative Assets with past corporate experiences with ING, ANZ wealth and more. Siva’s flagship fund, the India Avenue Equity Fund, returned 51.90 per cent over 2021, and the team has just completed a $9 million raise for his second fund, the India 2030 Fund, which will hold between 15 and 20 high-conviction stocks. To see video interview - https://tamilculture.com/tamil-innovators-mugunthan-siva-on-finding-success-by-investing-in-india. Reader contributions will support TC’s editorial work and help us bring more of the content you love. Donate as little as $5 to help us continue to tell the stories worth telling in the global Tamil community.

Dating While Tamil podcast by myTamilDate, in partnership with TamilCulture.com, discusses the ins and outs of modern dating in the Tamil diaspora. Hosted by Ari Sooriya. In this episode, Sahana, a therapist from Toronto, & Ari chat about: - Managing cultural expectations around being a 'good Tamil girl' - Defining your own version of happiness and success - How women can take more control over their romantic lives & more! To see video interview - https://tamilculture.com/dating-while-tamil-podcast-living-single-while-your-friends-are-getting-married. About myTamilDate.com: myTamilDate has been the most trusted dating community for single Tamils around the world for close to a decade! We’re the premiere dating site for diaspora Tamils and have the largest membership base in Canada, USA, UK & more. JOIN TODAY: https://mytamildate.com/​

Our latest Tamil Innovators Spotlight features Nivatha Balendra, CEO & Founder of Dispersa. Nivatha's work has garnered numerous awards, including the inaugural World Economic Forum Young Scientists Prize, Quebec's Young Entrepreneur for ARISTA 2020, and Corporate Knight's 30 Under 30 list for her involvement in environmental sustainability. She was recently selected as one of Top 6 female Canadian CleanTech founders for Natural Resources Canada & MaRS Discovery District's Women in CleanTech Challenge. To see video interview - https://tamilculture.com/tamil-innovators-spotlight-surviving-cancer-building-a-cleantech-startup. Reader contributions will support TC’s editorial work and help us bring more of the content you love. Donate as little as $5 to help us continue to tell the stories worth telling in the global Tamil community.

Our latest Tamil Innovators Spotlight features Siva Vimalachandran and Nedra Rodrigo, board members of the historic Tamil Community Centre being built in Toronto, who join our host Jessica Jesudasan to discuss the importance of the initiative for the global Tamil community & more. To see video interview - https://tamilculture.com/tamil-innovators-spotlight-bringing-the-tamil-community-centre-to-life. Reader contributions will support TC’s editorial work and help us bring more of the content you love. Donate as little as $5 to help us continue to tell the stories worth telling in the global Tamil community.

Our latest Tamil Innovators Spotlight, in partnership with Startup Dojo features innovator Prashanth Balasubramanian, an early Bitcoin-er and developer working to make it possible for the first time in the history of electronic money to make an instant, global payment in fiat or Bitcoin for low fees. To see video interview - https://tamilculture.com/tamil-innovators-spotlight-prashanth-balasubramanian-ceo-of-lastbit-on-solving-global-payments-pain-points-through-bitcoin. Reader contributions will support TC’s editorial work and help us bring more of the content you love. Donate as little as $5 to help us continue to tell the stories worth telling in the global Tamil community.