The Zarna Garg Family Podcast | Ep. 17: From Sacrifices to Startups 

How could so much honesty, love, understanding and family bond be presented in under an hour. This is not just content, this is Family and Parenting 101

I am giving the A+ grade to Shalabh…this is not something most men want to discuss, his honesty was so raw…great job…I also want to mention the emotion and concern in Zarnas’ face as her husband spoke…you could see the love, concern and respect radiating from her face…all 3 of your children did such a respectful , eloquent job communicating their feelings and also for being so honest..through all the difficult times, you both raised 3 amazing children!..,you are THE family the world needed right now!…thank you all so much for sharing such a deep and emotional topic with us all!…bravo to you all!👏👏💜💜

I love Zarna’s honesty that she can’t go out there save the children of the world when she hasn’t spent time with her own children. It makes a lot of sense. Family first before anything else. We shouldn’t be apologetic about it. A++ to the whole family for being very open and giving us a great discussion to learn from.👏👏👏 Let me add, the charity A grade was soooo funny!!!!😅😅😅

For willing to dissect his financial risks openly Shanab deserves an A+. It’s not often you find a man in US willing to talk of his vulnerability. For being a solid partner to take the Family load off the breadwinner Zarna deserves an A grade. Most families breakup when they are put in this intense stressful situation. The Gargs as a couple have been able to weather the storm and will come out stronger shows the solidity of their relationship. So as a couple they deserve an A+++

At the age of 50 for the 1st time ever I was offered severance, so I took it and never looked back. A week later the company had a 40% reduction in headcount. Since June of 2023 I have applied for soooo many jobs only to receive crickets 🦗 in response. I’ve been in sales for 20 yrs and have always been a top producer. So I decided to get my license to sell health and life insurance. This podcast speaks to me 💯 I can relate to everything Shalabh is talking about. Thank you for sharing yalls life’s up and downs with all of us. I now have two kids in college. My son is studying to be an aerospace engineer and wanting to pursue a masters degree and my daughter dual major at UT Austin. And my Mexican daughter is dating a Bengali 😮 they are perfect for each other.

RU-vid needs to add a love button!! It's so amazing to listen to you guys as an Indian mom living abroad.

I always wondered what it is that draws me to this podcast (apart from the fun ofc) and I have my answer today - pure raw honesty. It's content like this that normalises the ebbs and flows of life to everyone who's watching. It's now time to honour the man - Shalabh, take a bow for being brave and putting out your story for everyone to watch!

Honestly- I watch your podcasts purely to observe your interactions with each other. I have a young family and my girls are 4 and 6 and I try to be honest and open and as much compassionate as I can, and I am so looking forward to the next ten years and hope that we can remain as honest and pure and thick as a family as you guys are. Lots of love and THANK YOU Zarna for doing so many more things apart from your comedy, which is one of my favorites as wel!! I so love listening to you and your family!

The kids are so eloquent and that is because the parents are so educated and well spoken. That fact contributes to the kids' being so articulate and so smart..

Very very refreshing to see an Indian dad admitting his mistakes and being honest about it. Kudos to Mr. Shalabh! The situation of losing a parent’s income can be incredibly scary and stressful. I was just 10 (I’m 31 now) when my father tragically died and I remember my mom telling me after a few years, “I was up the entire night when your dad died thinking about one thing, money and how to manage everything since you were a growing boy who may have many needs”. On a related note, how is it that the US has so many things yet hasn’t gotten its act together to give universal healthcare to everyone? I’m not claiming that the NHS here in the UK is the best but everyone has access to healthcare!

What a beautiful family ! Heart touching when Brij said he felt it was a blessing in disguise to him that this made him realize a responsibility on him being a big brother and being part of raising his younger brother. A+. Zoya is a beautiful inside out girl from what I see on this channel. Veer is so mature to his age. I hope God protects these kids with his grace . Immigrating to US and raising understanding kids is not easy, great job Zarna and Shalabh !

Zarna, don't underestimate the emotional contribution to your kids upbringing by staying at home. Many times that is way more important to end up with great kids than any job you could have had. Your kids are amazing and that is a testament to your sacrifice by staying at home! ❤

Brilliantly done! I believe hardships build character so there's a lot of good happening through this journey. I am also a firm believer of bringing the family along on the happy and not-so-happy days and being united through it. Love love love the Gargs and you deserve an A+ this time. 🙌🏽

Zarna, you hit the nail on the wall. My grandmother has never discussed any financial issues with us growing up. March 1981, our house caught on fire. My sister was 18, and I was 17 at the time, we were basically left on our own, not knowing anything on how to adjust to adults' responsibility. The first 2 years were difficult, which made me shut down towards anyone and everyone. I felt my grandmother turn her back on us where we had to fin for ourselves. Even today, I have a trust issue. I think consumers ed, Social studies should be brought back into the school system as early as 14 yrs old. Parents should be more open regarding financial issues and household issues. Kids understand more than we believe they do. Speak to them and not at. them. Life changes can occur in a drop of a dime.

What a great show! This is the first show that captures and depicts the immigrant experience of an ambitious, highly educated professional family in America.

As a 51 year old man, this discussion hit me in the feelings. So much of who we are is tied to our ability to work and provide and anything less than that feels like failure. So I'm giving Shalabh an A+ for surviving a life event that would crumple most men and landing on his feet. I hope he teaches his boys how he did it and I hope they pay attention.

You guys are so wholesome!!!! I have literally binge watched all the podcast episodes up to this point. And to be so openly vulnerable about the difficult circumstances in life takes so much strength!

Zarna and family, thank you for your honesty, your courage in doing this podcast, and I love you. - --from an American Jewish woman over 70.

This was so moving…RESPECT for each and everyone of you 🙌🏼 One thing I love about India is the healthcare is so much better there…so is the free education

Loved the podcast, these kids are so mature so mature, I am just amazed. I feel Shalabh is extremely secure and emotionally strong man. You are a wonderful family, but Veer never fails to surprise me with his emotional maturity. A small kid not just having the awareness about family financial situation but also being able to acknowledge it and act responsibly is commendable. I just adore Veer.

It’s during difficulties you start to see how your kids turned out or what you made them to be. another resourceful episode for me.

This is the ONLY podcast I listen to. I love this family. Good job Auntie Zarna❤. A+ for all!

You guys raised your kids so well. They will win the world for you guys

No pity As - but here is my A grade 1. Shalabh for being vulnerable,open and honest. For being a supportive husband in Zarna’s career growth 2. Zarna for approaching this topic, handling such an emotional podcast well and for being the supportive wife 3. All 3 kids for vocalizing their support and being understanding of the circumstances

Thankyou for being so real 🙏🏽

This podcast is so interesting. As someone who grew up with a single mom who was 100% honest with me about her financial struggles on and off despite being a part of an elite community of professors… I totally resonate about increasing the “top line.” It’s so refreshing to see a South Asian family sit together and talk about these things without the fear of keeping pretences in society.

You guys are the new superhero family for me. Wow! Thank you for your graciousness and for opening up so publicly about your experience. 1.4 billion Indians and 1.4 billion Chinese...you bring incredible pride and hope to Asians. Areh wah! 👏👏👏🙏 God bless your family.

Thanks for honestly discussing difficult subjects like this. Almost every family will go through some form of this as some point in time. Really helps to hear the whole family's point of view. Very brave and very helpful to all that watch.

"Grooving with Gargs" episode after episode is just getting better and better.

Really enjoyed this podcast Your honesty and vulnerability is commendable. I am a brown mom and get zero support from my husband and children. I admire you Zarna that you have the love and devotion of your husband and children and they take pride in you and your success.

I truly enjoy both the family podcasts and Zarna's comedy hours. I am impressed by your honesty, intelligence and family involvement. All honors to The Gargs

I’m crying, and I don’t know why. Actually- I know why. How genuine, and almost therapeutic ❤ Love you guys

Excellent episode! It takes a lot to keep the family together especially in times of crisis. All five of you get an A for continuing to move forward in the right direction and supporting each other.

This is the most real, relatable show. Thank you for sharing.

Zarna, I am 67 yo, I always was a stay at home Mom!!!…I don’t regret it at all!…I totally understand what you are saying!!!!!💜💜💜💜💜💜

Right parenting makes responsible young adults. The children speak with so much love and so supportive about their parents.. all the best to you.. and to all of us we learn so much each time ❤❤❤

I have always had huge respect for Shallabh for supporting and trusting Zarna but after this podcast, the respect increased 1000 times or more. I couldn't imagine anyone be this honest with their actions in front of the children and in front of the entire world!!! Children learn by watching the parents and you both are great role models!

Definitely one of the best podcasts. how honest and wonderful Mr. Garg was. Keep shining Mr. Garg

This was such beautiful and vulnerable conversation by the entire family, especially Shalabh uncle. Really appreciate the hustle that Zarna aunty put in here. Her do whatever it takes attitude is inspiring. Would be great to know more about her personal journey with comedy in detail in terms of the rejections she faced, how she navigated through all of this mentally and went to eventually succeed. This is literally the most real and unique podcast on the internet!!

I love these beautiful creatures on earth ❤❤❤❤❤ love love

Love this family.. thank you for all your knowledge..

This is one of the best conversations for sure. It takes some guts to come out and talk about difficult times in life. Especially for an Indian man to accept not having a job is a huge thing. They are conditioned to believe they have everything figured out . We have to normalise these topics too so more people are able to openly talk about their struggles too.

This is such a REAL FAMILY ,THANK YOU!!

I give my grade to the Garg couple. Both Shalabh and Zarna demonstrate what solid partnership means - being there for each other through thick and thin. Great job both of you. I am rooting for all the Gargs especially the couple for setting such a good example for the kids and everyone alike. Well done!

Why am I so emotional watching this!!!! What a podcast!!! Epic

Thank you for sharing. As we prepare for unforeseen circumstances and with one child about to enter college, there’s so much we could connect to all you discussed in this podcast. 🌟🎙️

I have learned so much from this podcast not only about perseverance and determination can show you the light at the end of the tunnel even during the darkest times, but also a lot about parenting. I don't think a lot of parents are honest with these things with their children mostly because parents don't want to burden their kids with such heavy topics. But seeing how all three kids evolved through this situation I think that was a good strategy on Zarna and Shalabs part. Honesty goes a long way indeed.

I am a huge fan of your podcast..especially this Podcast really blew me away. I was in tears watching and am watching again. All the kids are not only good looking but super smart, genuine, authentic. My A grade goes to every one of you but today's star is SHALEB 🎉I love your podcasts, it is not only entertaining feel good show but also very educational. Keep it up. I wish you all the very best of best. Love you all very much. ❤🎉❤

I work as a IT professional and I everyday face this issue , when I ask questions related around money or investments to my male peers they tend to make fun of me or try to brush it under the rug, assuming what will I do with that information. Seeing at this podcast really makes me wonder when such a grave topic can be talked with such grace and maturity. If we actually start talking about grave issues like this it will make everyone's life easier. Open communication is the key. Well done guys! Wishing you more success.

This was by far the best episode. Thank you.

Addicted to all your episodes and this one is truly emotional 😭 i first judged an IIT'an to stumble on finances, later the way you brought up to the point that he was courageous to be outspoken about it was mind blowing !!

You are blessed to have such wonderful children who think and care so much for their parents. A to the kids for that. As adults, we all go through life, but for the children to be aware and participate in that is commendable ❤

Love love love!! Tear jerker for sure.

I saw lots of similarities with Zorna and myself. Always wanted to tell or share the experience good or not so good with others. So they can be better off. Some people use it and still laugh behind your back.

Love these podcasts! Love Aunty Zarna and family!❤

@Zarna: 37:00: As an immigrant, I feel so motivated and inspired by the way you were driven towards working.

The Zarg family is so Real and transparent .. They resonate to Brown families who have a similar story … Love the stories they share which is not filtered yet so real, significant and very enlightening with a dash of humour ,… Keep going … ❤️

I lost my career to the pandemic. It was tough but I managed to do some freelance online. I learnt the most important thing in life during pandemic which was to begin my own entrepreneurship!

A+ to everyone caring about each other means love

Loving the longer episodes. Two weeks wait 😢

What a beautiful family! Thank you for being real!

Best podcast yet.

Got choked watching you all talk about feelings and thoughts so openly❤️❤️❤️. So honest ❤❤❤

Loved this podcast.....such honesty from everyone! Thank you for sharing.

Thank you Family ❤ This was so heartfelt because all of this resonates! Very strong family values here!

Totally appreciate your point of view for bringing these topics 👍🏼

Amazing family ! I am overwhelmed with the openness and appreciation of each one of you about each other and not just the parents but the children also walking the walk with great understanding and I am sure they have great future ahead of them. My A grade to all of you❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️

A grade to the entire family, A+ to Shalabh for sharing so openly and a huge A++ to Zarna for pulling this episode together and steering the conversation to bring out the main points and also to put herself out there emotionally. Shalabh would not have been able to share the way he did if his Zarna didnt back him up all the way and also install respect for their father in the kids.

I appreciate you guys sharing your family experiences, I am learning so much from you. I wish most parents will show their struggles to their kids and how to approach them as their lives.

This has been a wonderful episode. We are brown people and went through a very difficult financial period just before our daughter went off to college. It was very hard. I enjoyed hearing and seeing you guys speak today.

Refreshing venerability! Best episode yet

Congrats Zarna on another fantastic podcast episode! I give an A+ to Shalabh because he admitted that he was so arrogant during what was such a stressful time and also for him to discuss how he feels he missed out on some of the kids' childhood. Also an A+ to YOU because you were on standby with all the support and the foresight that the money may run out at some point(!) but you still invested in your talented self. Loved the episode. It made your family even more real to me and realize further why I love listening to you and your family!

We love your family so much❤❤❤

Great understanding family. Adorable kids.May they always be blessed with lots of happiness.❤

You are very inspirational candid , rational and open! It helps me understand how human these problems are and how to deal with them without getting prey to fallacious thoughts.

There are so many relatable points in this podcast that we all agree be it health insurance, immigration, hardships, college reality, knowing your game, stepping back up..thanks for sharing ur experiences and perception!!! ❤ u guys!

Thank you so much for sharing your life with us. It’s so easy to believe through social media that you were all living your best life… it is through this video I learnt of the difficulties you all faced behind the curtain. My A +. Is for your family for sharing your experiences and courage with us. ❤️

A big warm tight hug to you both Shalabh and Zarna, ❤❤❤❤❤ I am really sad that you all had to go through this unfortunate circumstance. This episode left me teary eyed but also instilled hope and strengthened spirit of family. I really wish the best for all of you and you shall come out of this with flying colors very soon. 🎉

Dear Zarna, You are just AMAZING….a TRAILBLAZER!! ❤❤❤

Best episode ever! Thank you for sharing ♥️

Thanks for talking realistically! Really helps normalize that we're all humans and feel the same emotions despite how perfect things may look from afar.

One of the best podcasts I've watched in recent times ❤️ More power to your family 🙌🏼

Thank you so much for sharing your experience. You are inspiring!

This is about a family ! What great podcast. Thank you all 🙏

Even in the most difficult and multilayered conversations, Zarna Garg makes me laugh. Your talent is next level. ❤

I learn so much from you guys, like how healthy family dynamics should look like. I mean for sure, you guys must have some struggles but, I haven’t seen that growing up. Being in my mid twenties, soon starting her own family, I hope to achieve this dynamic with my future kids. And everything you guys speak about is insightful and always striving for the ideal. Here for it ❤

I wanna say thank you for sharing this… Helped me want to save more n try to start my little business been thinking about…

You're doing fantastic! I admire the chemistry you have and the practical life wisdom you impart to your kids.

My love & respect for your family keeps growing❤

Such a vulnerable moment and topic, wow. Thanks for sharing Shalabh

Extremely beautiful and inspiring show .This family is so well spoken and articulate especially the parents whose knowledge flows down to the children. Very smart and brilliant with solid ideas for their age especially the little one.

I absolutely love this episode!!! Uncle Shalab has definitely motivated me into just go and do…

Last two episodes have been too real and so much better 😢 It really shows the real side of what's going on behind the scenes

I just love you guys ❤❤❤

Gold!

Love Love Love ALL of you!! YOU are the Best!! This is your BEST PODCAST SO FAR!! Please make more on such educational and emotional and family related topics ❤️

Wow so much knowledge and value for money that so many people don’t have

Thankyou sooo much for this episode. It was so insightful and rich with power of a family that comes together. I married a Caucasian man and it had its on dynamics but the lesson is the same of coming together. I may write more later.

This family is goals ❤

She so correct, don't save the world,a lose your kids me first D BLESS YOU ALL.