Moment of Silence

HELLO AND WELCOME BACK TO ANOTHER EPISODE OF MOMENT OF SILENCE!You asked, and we delivered — pink is back, baby! From one person’s trash being another person’s treasure, to a trip to Baroda for a fashion show (that somehow turned into a protein intake conversation), this episode is packed with peak flopcorn moments of the week. We also get into how a gynaecologist visit can feel more like someone entering your guarded space, but when pregnancy might be knocking, you answer all the questions anyway. Sakshi’s first day at work was exciting… until she had no device to work on, which led to an uncontrollable urge to order an iPad via quick commerce. And don’t trust celebs who claim their favourite food spot is a random hawker — we know better.Now coming to the main topic of the episode — are romantic comedies here to stay? We dive into whether rom-coms still entice us, while revisiting a few that truly nailed the genre. Plus, we unpack all the dating advice rom-coms have fed us over the years: meet-cutes, love at first sight, beards as different phases of a man’s life, and so much more.Also, Sima Taparia has written a book — thoughts? And we get real about sharing space with men, whether it’s cuddling, spooning, or a hotel bathroom situation. Of course, we don’t stop there — we also spill some teeny weeny (but very real) details about our own relationships.We have the winners for the Weirdest Hair Stories in association with Moxie! If you see your name on the screen, write to us at [email protected] And help us reach 100K — make it your 2026 goal with us!Chaptering:0:00 - Intro + romcom yapping2:02 - Pop & flopcorn of the week4:24 - Protein in diet5:23 - Gynaecologist visit8:23 - Do people even work at work10:45 - Tech + office meetings chaos12:38 - Financial slams13:33 - Celebs are not relatable15:49 - Romcoms — do they still hit17:48 - Favourite romcoms - A lot like love, How to lose a guy in 10 days, 27 Dresses18:36 - Param Sundari, De De Pyaar De, Sunny Sanskari Ki Tulsi Kumari18:59- Rating dating advice19:58 - Krish Kapoor’s Saiyaara + Ranbir era20:43 - Enemies to lovers + best friend trope29:52 - Why love stories end at marriage33:01 - Meeting your love on a solo trip36:56 - Moxie segment40:46 - Meet-cutes vs love at first sight43:44 - Sima Taparia wrote a book46:06 - Hotel room pet peeves50:05 - European bathroom tales53:54 - Cute revelation59:17 - Moxie hamper winnersAlso don't forget to visit our website- https://mos-pod.com/Brutally Honest Creators - https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLHkcqImp8gcbZHzn1secwSYYKG8dds437&si=wYCafRcBIKDy0BDCComedians Unfiltered- https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLHkcqImp8gcabWOmtiYQUUXGU4ptrq9HB&si=sWm2ep8LZr8GU_7cFollow MoS on Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/momentofsilencepod/reels/?hl=enCredits:Naina Bhan - Co-host and certified overthinkerhttps://www.instagram.com/nainabee?ig...Sakshi Shivdasani - Co-host, balancing out Naina’s overthinking with a healthy dose of not thinkinghttps://www.instagram.com/sakshishivdasani/?hl=enSenior Producer- Amruta P. https://www.linkedin.com/in/amruta-bandivdekar-01879925Produced by Handmade - Our personal cheering squad https://www.instagram.com/thehandmadeproductions/Creative direction by Tinkre, Keeper of MoS' signature “Pookie” energy Natascha Mehrahttps://www.instagram.com/tinkre.in/?hl=enhttps://www.instagram.com/natascha.zip/?hl=en Researched by our very own curiosity engineer - Aashna Sharma https://www.linkedin.com/in/aashna-sharma-913146179Disclaimer: The views and opinions expressed on this podcast are for entertaining purposes only and do not necessarily reflect those of the hosts, the production team, or affiliated brand. We don't claim to be experts- just two people with Wi-fi and feelings. While we encourage open dialogue, we do not guarantee the accuracy, completeness, or reliability of any information shared. Listener discretion is advised — especially if you're allergic to strong opinions.

Welcome to Moment of Silence x Desi Crime: The Last Sleepover.Remember those sleepovers where you stayed up way too late; swapping rumours, gossiping, and trying to spook your best friends with scary stories? This is our attempt to take you back to that feeling. Hosted by Aishwarya Singh, Aryaan Misra, Naina Bhan and Sakshi Shivdasani, this crossover slumber party takes you on a ride: Do ghosts exist? Does a bad date count as a paranormal experience? Is real life scarier or the afterlife? And who exactly is haunting the MOS studio? Featuring a woman with many names, a first date from hell, and a curse that came back to haunt a family - we’re bringing you a whole bunch of nightmares, strange encounters, and simple horrors otherwise known as human dating. And because no sleepover is complete without summoning a spirit, a special segment called Afterlife Advice: where we try our hand at paranormal activity and answer your relationship dilemmas with a little help from our resident ghost. Dim the lights, grab a blanket + a hot bowl of something yum (and don’t forget to check under your bed for monsters). Sweet dreams.P.S: Drop a boo in the comments if you liked this episode + subscribe!!Aishwarya & Naina’s PJ sets - https://www.shopmauve.in/collections/pyjama-setsChaptering- (00:00) – Something creepy went down in Lonavala(00:20)– Welcome to The Last Sleepover(01:42) – High school rumours: trips, condoms & drugs (04:25) – Touring haunted properties(04:40) – Desi Crime’s haunted trip to Rajasthan(07:07) – Revenge of a camera-shy spirit(08:37) – Sushi barking at ghost from 2–3 AM (11:20) – Story 1: The girl with many names(17:54) – Story 2: First date fate(26:58) – Story 3: A highway accident that awakened a sixth sense(34:13) – Story 4: Things you should probably reveal early on a first date(39:16)– Story 5: Vengeful spirit: a pilgrimage turned nightmare(49:38) – Would you rather know how you die or when you die?(50:50) – Afterlife advice nobody asked for(57:47) – Like, share, subscribe & summon us againCredits: Follow MoS on Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/momentofsilencepod/?hl=enFor Desi Crime on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/desicrime/Aishwarya - Co-host, true crime fanatic and self-proclaimed best true crime podcaster https://www.instagram.com/aishwaryasinghs/Aryaan - Co-host, the straight guy that manipulated his way into the girl’s sleepover https://www.instagram.com/aryaanmisra/Naina Bhan - Co-host and certified overthinkerhttps://www.instagram.com/nainabee?utm_source=ig_web_button_share_sheet&igsh=ZDNlZDc0MzIxNw==Sakshi Shivdasani - Co-host, balancing out Naina’s overthinking with a healthy dose of not thinkinghttps://www.instagram.com/sakshishivdasani?utm_source=ig_web_button_share_sheet&igsh=ZDNlZDc0MzIxNw==Director + Research & Writing - Aashna Sharmahttps://www.linkedin.com/in/aashna-sharma-913146179/Creative direction- Natascha Mehrahttps://www.instagram.com/natascha.zi...Produced by Handmade - Our personal cheering squad https://www.instagram.com/thehandmadeproductions?utm_source=ig_web_button_share_sheet&igsh=ZDNlZDc0MzIxNw==Producer - Amruta P. www.linkedin.com/in/amruta-bandivdekar-01879925Editor - Yug Vermahttps://www.instagram.com/bass_abhiyug?igsh=MnlibHdsbG56MjNl&utm_source=qrReels: Maria CasubhoyAnimation: Maria Casubhoy and Evan ThomasDisclaimer: The views and opinions expressed by guests are entirely their own and do not necessarily reflect those of the hosts, the production team, or the brand. While we encourage open dialogue, we do not guarantee the accuracy, completeness, or reliability of any information shared by our guests. Listener discretion is advised — especially if you're allergic to strong opinions.

This week on the Moment of Silence podcast we’re discussing what’s in and out of 2026 — shimmies are in (two, not three, please), optimism is high, and ditching the calculator was… a terrible decision. Especially when Galeries Lafayette rent math enters the chat.2026 is shaping up to be a certified popcorn year and we’re choosing hope. Further we’re unpacking the new normal we’re all pretending is fine. We dive into predictions with Baba Vanga (credible or cap?), debate who AI is really for — the rich or poor — and talk hate comments when one co-host says something and the other gets dragged.Are marriages, babies, and memories back in fashion for 2026? Maybe. Is math homework still traumatic? Definitely. Even with parental help.There’s a rapid-fire - What’s In / What’s Out powered by Moxie, a real talk on skinny culture making a comeback, the pressure on new moms to “bounce back,” and whether Ozempic is here to stay or on its way out.Plus: finding love in your 50s (yes, even in senior living), our personal predictions for people close to us, and an EPIC story where Naina is the main character.Stick around till the end — share your weirdest hair story and win a Moxie hamper. Chaptering:(00:00) – Welcome to the chaos(03:27) – Calculator...never ditching it again(04:26) – 2026 = certified popcorn year (05:17) – Botox: hero of your 30s(07:40) – Enter the prediction multiverse: Baba Vanga & Paul the Octopus(10:14) – So… what is 2026 bringing?(11:05) – AI: rich people's toy or everyone’s problem?(14:14) – Hate comments (15:46) – When your doctor is also an influencer(17:16) – Marriage & babies in 2026? (21:03) – Sakshi vs math homework(22:07) – Rapid fire, powered by Moxie(24:10) – Skinny culture & new-mom body pressure(28:30) – Situationships, explained (kind of)(29:50) – Love, marriage & finding the one in your 50s(34:06)– IRL dating vs apps & Ozempic(37:40) – What’s actually staying in 2026(41:55) – Our personal 2026 predictions (manifesting)(46:57) – Stop arguing in 2026. Seriously.(48:36)– This story is EPIC. Naina = main character energy(52:25) – Win a Moxie hamperAlso don't forget to visit our website- https://mos-pod.com/Brutally Honest Creators - https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLHkcqImp8gcbZHzn1secwSYYKG8dds437Comedians Unfiltered- https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLHkcqImp8gcabWOmtiYQUUXGU4ptrq9HBFollow MoS on Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/momentofsil...Credits:Naina Bhan - Co-host and certified overthinkerhttps://www.instagram.com/nainabee?ig...Sakshi Shivdasani - Co-host, balancing out Naina’s overthinking with a healthy dose of not thinkinghttps://www.instagram.com/sakshishivd...Senior Producer- Amruta P. www.linkedin.com/in/amruta-bandivdekar-01879925Produced by Handmade - Our personal cheering squad https://www.instagram.com/thehandmade...Creative direction by Tinkre, Keeper of MoS' signature “Pookie” energy Natascha Mehrahttps://www.instagram.com/tinkre.in/?hl=enhttps://www.instagram.com/natascha.zip/?hl=en Researched by our very own curiosity engineer - Aashna Sharma https://www.linkedin.com/in/aashna-sharma-913146179Disclaimer: The views and opinions expressed on this podcast are for entertaining purposes only and do not necessarily reflect those of the hosts, the production team, or affiliated brand. We don't claim to be experts- just two people with Wi-fi and feelings. While we encourage open dialogue, we do not guarantee the accuracy, completeness, or reliability of any information shared. Listener discretion is advised — especially if you're allergic to strong opinions.

Welcome to 2026 — where resolutions are loud, motivation lasts 24 hours, and reality hits before the cheese Maggi finishes boiling.In this episode of Moment of Silence Podcast, we give you a first look at the NEW MOS Studio and ask the uncomfortable question: are we actually better versions of ourselves this year, or just rebranded? We talk about New Year resolutions that didn’t even survive Jan 1, healthy eating plans sabotaged by chips, food delivery apps we swore we’d boycott (but didn’t), and the chaos of trying to “do better” without changing habits. Things escalate quickly — from an unexpected encounter with Radhika Merchant, to entering the kitchen with good intentions and exiting with near-death trauma. We tick off bucket-list moments, unpack the fear and freedom of solo travel, and relive losing money in euros on our Amsterdam trip (which hurt more than expected). From Indian music feeling oddly comforting abroad, to nightfall meaning two very different things (wink wink), to questionable massage parlours that felt less relaxing and more life-threatening. We also dive into red-alert areas, suggesting a paywall option, and moments that made us question why Shankar Mahadevan sings every song like it’s cardio. Add movie reviews- Dhurandar, personal losses, cultural shocks and vision boards for 2026.Basically: new year, new studio, same us — just louder, wiser (for sure), and still figuring it out.A big thank you to Orange Tree for sponsoring the lovely, comfortable furniture that elevates the space. https://www.instagram.com/orangetreehomes?utm_source=ig_web_button_share_sheet&igsh=ZDNlZDc0MzIxNw==Chaptering:00:00 – MOS enters 2026 with opinions00:37 – Welcome to the MOS Studio era01:49 – New Year resolutions02:34 – Casual day, casually met Radhika Merchant 06:09 – Almost died… in our own kitchen08:07 – We’re NOT boycotting food delivery, relax09:29 – Amsterdam chaos + solo trip thoughts10:49 – Nightfall means VERY different things14:19 – Foot massage vs body massage: Amsterdam edition17:01 – The dark side of a Haribo cookie20:45 – Wallet pinched, trip traumatised23:11 – Our Amsterdam itinerary (learn from our mistakes)25:26 – Found the saddest place on earth28:06 – Bhajans & aarti… but make it modern30:47 – Dhurandhar review (honest & unhinged)37:37 – Book club is officially happening 38:15 – Vision boards for 2026 (scam or slay?)43:49 – Unsolicited advice for the mommies47:27 – AI in 2026: helpful or terrifying?Also don't forget to visit our website- https://mos-pod.com/Brutally Honest Creators - https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLHkcqImp8gcbZHzn1secwSYYKG8dds437Comedians Unfiltered- https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLHkcqImp8gcabWOmtiYQUUXGU4ptrq9HBFollow MoS on Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/momentofsil...Credits:Naina Bhan - Co-host and certified overthinkerhttps://www.instagram.com/nainabee?ig...Sakshi Shivdasani - Co-host, balancing out Naina’s overthinking with a healthy dose of not thinkinghttps://www.instagram.com/sakshishivd...Senior Producer- Amruta P. www.linkedin.com/in/amruta-bandivdekar-01879925Produced by Handmade - Our personal cheering squad https://www.instagram.com/thehandmade...Creative direction by Tinkre, Keeper of MoS' signature “Pookie” energy Natascha Mehrahttps://www.instagram.com/tinkre.in/?hl=enhttps://www.instagram.com/natascha.zip/?hl=en Researched by our very own curiosity engineer - Aashna Sharma https://www.linkedin.com/in/aashna-sharma-913146179Disclaimer: The views and opinions expressed on this podcast are for entertaining purposes only and do not necessarily reflect those of the hosts, the production team, or affiliated brand. We don't claim to be experts- just two people with Wi-fi and feelings. While we encourage open dialogue, we do not guarantee the accuracy, completeness, or reliability of any information shared. Listener discretion is advised — especially if you're allergic to strong opinions.

We’re starting this episode on a high — celebrating our Spotify Wrapped 2025 win, looking back at the things we actually showed up for this year, and recapping how 2025 really went. From there, things spiral in true MOS fashion. We play Guilty or Not?, debate whether Goa is still the default New Year’s Eve personality. The conversation then takes a sharp turn into rich-people behaviour. Somewhere in between, Kim Kardashian’s pubic hair wig enters the chat — followed by a much-needed, grown-girl conversation on intimate hygiene in collaboration with Lactacyd, the world’s No.1 intimate care brand. Lactacyd’s scientifically formulated intimate wash is designed specifically for intimate skin, helping maintain hygiene and comfort as part of your everyday self-care routine — because taking care of yourself should be normal.We also launched the MOS website’s Gossip Wall, sharing ways people catch cheaters, and finally hosting the MOS Awards 2025. #ADCheck out @India.Lactacyd – the world’s no. 1 intimate care brand. Scientifically formulated wash for your intimate skin. Buy on Amazon:https://www.amazon.in/dp/B0882C147Q/?m=A3SSLR4ZHBRG20/ref=lacamdec(00:00) – Hello hi, we’ve entered the chat(02:11) – Spotify Wrapped said we won(04:17) – 2025 recap: things we actually did right(06:54) – Christmas 2025 ft. vibes, chaos & snacks(09:03) – Game time: Guilty or Not? (be honest)(11:38) – Is Goa still NYE core or are we tired now?(14:13) – Healing is switching to whole wheat (16:45) – Rich people things: Anant Ambani, Rolex & us observing(18:45) – Return gifts but make them rich(23:34) – Watching The Crown as an Indian = free rage therapy(26:33) – Burj Khalifa dreams vs Delhi bungalow reality(28:57) – Traitors, Rebel Kid & internet opinions we didn’t ask for(30:56) – Kim K’s pubic hair wig + Lactacyd moment(33:22) – Saif Ali Khan attack news & collective shock(36:05) – Did you stalk our website yet? Gossip Wall is LIVE(40:45) – How to catch a cheater (45:36) – MOS Awards 2025(50:40) – Like, subscribe, share, hype & help us manifest 100KVisit our website- https://mos-pod.com/Follow MoS on Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/momentofsil...Credits: Naina Bhan - Co-host and certified overthinkerhttps://www.instagram.com/nainabee?ig...Sakshi Shivdasani - Co-host, balancing out Naina’s overthinking with a healthy dose of not thinkinghttps://www.instagram.com/sakshishivd...Senior Producer- Amruta P. www.linkedin.com/in/amruta-bandivdekar-01879925Produced by Handmade - Our personal cheering squad https://www.instagram.com/thehandmade...Creative direction by Tinkre, Keeper of MoS' signature “Pookie” energy Natascha Mehrahttps://www.instagram.com/tinkre.in/?hl=enhttps://www.instagram.com/natascha.zip/?hl=en Researched by our very own curiosity engineer - Aashna Sharma https://www.linkedin.com/in/aashna-sharma-913146179Disclaimer: This content is for general awareness and reflects my personal experience. It is not medical advice and isn’t meant to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any condition. Helps match natural pH” refers to the known action of lactic acid as supported by published literature. Individual results may vary, and no therapeutic benefits are implied. ( Indian J Dermatol Venereol Leprol 2023;89:729-32 | Antibiotics 2020,9,55) Helps provide comfort from itching, irritation, burning and bad odour (: J Pak Med Assoc 2016 May;66(5):521-7). Please consult a registered medical practitioner for any medical advice.MAT-IN-2501422 v1.0.12.25The views and opinions expressed on this podcast are for entertaining purposes only and do not necessarily reflect those of the hosts, the production team, or affiliated brand. We don't claim to be experts- just two people with Wi-fi and feelings. While we encourage open dialogue, we do not guarantee the accuracy, completeness, or reliability of any information shared. Listener discretion is advised — especially if you're allergic to strong opinions.