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Jun 2024
59m 36s

Jassa Ahluwalia

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About this episode

Paul is delighted to welcome actor, writer, and TED Talk speaker Jassa Ahluwalia to the PUDCAST.

As someone who is both British and Punjabi, Jassa brings a unique perspective that many guests don’t – he knows that this podcast isn’t about puddings.

Tune in to hear Jassa share his experiences growing up as a “white person” fluent in Punjabi, his philosophy of being BOTH NOT HALF, and his mission to transform the world's understanding of mixed heritage. What a guy.

Don't miss out on Jassa’s inspiring insights and stories - check out his book, "BOTH NOT HALF: A Radical New Approach to Mixed Heritage," available now.

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