Under the Brown Rainbow with Kashif Harrison
Hosted by Kashif Harrison, "Under the Brown Rainbow" is a podcast that celebrates the diverse experiences of LGBTQI+ South Asians. Each episode features intimate conversations with guests from the community, exploring their journeys, struggles, and triumphs. From coming out stories to discussions on cultural taboos and self-love, this podcast offers a safe space for authentic dialogue and connection. Whether you're part of the LGBTQI+ community or an ally, "Under the Brown Rainbow" invites you to listen, learn, and be inspired by the resilience and joy of queer South Asian voices.New episodes fortnightly. Presented by Trikone Australia, a non-profit organisation...
Kaisha Lux on Faith, Gender, and Writing Your Own Script
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Episode 4 of Under the Brown Rainbow welcomes Kaisha Lux – a writer, advocate, DJ, photographer, and filmmaker reflecting on trans life, family dialogue, and joy in the South Asian context. Her pronouns are she/they.
In this conversation with host Kashif Harrison, Kaisha opens up about growing up in a religious Gujarati family in Western Sydney, where gendered roles were strict and spirituality was central – and what it meant to realise she didn't fit any of the boxes she'd been given. She shares the two-year deliberation before starting hormones, why the...
BT on Love Across Borders, the AIDS Crisis, and Good Vibrations
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Episode 3 of Under the Brown Rainbow welcomes BT – a poet, artist, and beloved figure in Sydney's South Asian queer community whose story spans Kenya, London, and Australia across four decades.
In this conversation with host Kashif Harrison, BT shares a love story straight out of a Bollywood film – meeting his English partner at a members-only bar in London where you needed a tie to get in, the key left in an envelope, and the impossible choice between love and family obligation. He also opens up about living through the AIDS...
Dilz Prasad on Culture, Gossip, and Being Unapologetically Yourself
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Episode 2 of Under the Brown Rainbow welcomes Dilz Prasad — a first-gen Australian, Fijian Indian, queer, non-binary community radio host who wears many hats (and rocks the short hair to prove it).
In this conversation with host Kashif Harrison, Dilz opens up about growing up in Western Sydney's tight-knit Fijian Indian community, where everyone knows everyone — and everyone has opinions. They share what it was like to be outed through community gossip, the ten-year journey of conversations with their parents, and why resilience, gratitude, and humility are the recipe for being your...
Onir on Queer Cinema, Censorship, and Choosing Hope
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Episode 1 kicks off the relaunch of Under the Brown Rainbow with filmmaker Onir — director of the landmark queer love story We Are Faheem and Karun.
In this conversation with host Kashif Harrison, Onir reflects on growing up without the language or representation to name queerness, and why telling our stories — with honesty and heart — can shift culture in unexpected ways. He shares what it meant to screen queer cinema in Kashmir, why audiences didn’t “walk out,” and how film can reach people acros...
This is Us - A Couple of Drags
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In this season finale episode of Under The Brown Rainbow, host Kashif Harrison sits down with the dazzling duo Dolly Partman and Shiela Dickshit—a culturally diverse couple with a shared passion for drag. Yes, you read that right!
Dolly and Sheila share how they’ve perfected the art of drag together and reflect on their journey witnessing Sydney's brown queer community thrive with Trikone Australia. They also address the growing negative narratives targeting the LGBTQIA+ drag community.
Recorded during Prid...
Leadership in Allyship
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In this episode, host Kashif Harrison sits down with Rev. Radhika Sukumar-White, Minister and Team Leader at Leichhardt Uniting Church in Sydney, Australia, to explore the role of faith in allyship. Together, they discuss how allies can amplify LGBTQI+ voices, foster inclusive and safe spaces, and provide essential emotional and practical support to those facing rejection or isolation.
Rev. Radhika shares her journey as a South Asian ally, growing up in a Sri Lankan Tamil community in 1990s Canberra, and how it shaped her perspective. She highlights how her ministry in Sydney...
Owning Your Most Authentic Self
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In this episode, we’re diving into a story that resonates deeply within South Asian communities—a story of coming out, setting boundaries, and supporting parents along the way. Kashif sits down with Sheetal Deo, an Australian lawyer of Fijian Indian descent, a facilitator, and an advocate who also runs a law firm called Shakti Legal Solutions.
Sheetal shares her experiences with these complexities, from finding the courage to live her most authentic self to guiding her parents through the process with the help of her brother and even creating a support netw...
Under the Brown Rainbow - Trailer
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Under the Brown Rainbow delves into the vibrant tapestry of the South Asian LGBTQI+ community.
In each episode, Kashif sits down with guests to share their stories, challenges, triumphs, and unique perspectives on navigating life Under the Brown Rainbow.
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Parenting in LGBTQI+ Families - Raising Meenakshi
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In this heartfelt episode of Under the Brown Rainbow, host Kashif Harrison dives into the unique experiences of LGBTQI+ families raising children today. Kashif sits down with Vignesh Chandrashekaran, a content creator who, along with his partner Andrea Carboni, has captured the hearts of many through their Instagram account @dads.of.meenakshi. Their family, formed through surrogacy, is a testament to love and resilience.
Vignesh shares his journey as a South Asian gay dad raising a daughter in a multicultural household, shedding light on the joys, challenges, and cultural dynamics that shape...
Building Inclusive Communities with Trikone Australia
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In the debut episode of "Under the Brown Rainbow," presenter Kashif Harrison sits down with the board members of Trikone Australia, a nonprofit organisation supporting LGBTQ+ individuals of South Asian descent. Join them as they discuss the organisation's history, mission, and impact on the community.
Hear personal stories of self-acceptance, the importance of creating inclusive spaces, and the power of art as a form of expression. Discover how Trikone Australia has fostered a sense of belonging among South Asian queer individuals and empowered them to live their best lives.
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