What you want to talk about most

This is the 100th issue of the Red, White and Brown newsletter. A look back at what sparked the most conversations.

Issue #100

Hi all —

This is the 100th edition of this email. On this Thanksgiving week, thank you for sticking around, whether you’re new or have been reading since the beginning.

I took a look back at the most-read posts, and here’s what I learned about you — the community:

You want to talk about breaking stereotypes.

From representation in TV and food, to authenticity and exceptionalism, it got people talking.

The flattening of the Brown Guy on TV

The price of Indian “exceptionalism”

Indian food deserves to be fancy

When authenticity is performative

You want to discuss dating and relationships.

Every time I think there’s been too much done about dating, relationships and marriage in our communities, I’m wrong. Many still want to discuss the nuances — it’s a part of our lives!

Indian American matchmaking is broken

I went to a matchmaking convention

You want to celebrate art in our communities.

What would this world be without creative expression.

How Indian Canadian rapper NAV reached stardom

Love in Black and Brown

You want to participate in substantive conversations.

From the early pandemic days to more recent years, we’ve gathered virtually.

What will people say?

What’s in a Brown name? Tell us your story.

You want to remember and honor your roots.

Reflecting upon loved ones and traditions is especially top of mind during this holiday season.

Our dear grandmother

My grandmother’s sambar powder

On imperfect holidays

Thank you.
Here’s to 100 more,
Vignesh

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