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Second Sunrises

Second Sunrises

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 Second Sunrises presented by Jos Alukkas is an intimate storytelling podcast that celebrates women who chose to rewrite their lives through remarriage, rediscovered love, or a renewed sense of self. It's about courage, joy, and the beauty of beginning again. In India, conversations around remarriage, especially for women, are still whispered. Second Sunrises brings them into the light. This is not a show about loss or compromise. It's about reclaiming happiness. About women who decided their story wasn't over, it was just beginning a new chapter. Through cinematic conversations, the series explores the emotional turning points, the quiet rebellions, the internal shifts, and the moments when these women realized: I deserve this. Hosted by Suhasini Maniratnam, the podcast features conversations with Mamta Mohandas, Pooja Bedi, Sudha Menon, Ramya Subramanian, Jwala Gutta, Pavitra Lokesh, and Vijaykrishna Naresh. Sciences sociales
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  • Sudha Menon speaks about love that matures with time | Suhasini Maniratnam | Second Sunrises | EP 3

    Sudha Menon speaks about love that matures with time | Suhasini Maniratnam | Second Sunrises | EP 3
    Feb 27 2026
    We rarely talk about how much marriage changes as we change. In this episode of Second Sunrises, Sudha Menon speaks about the early years of marriage, the learning curve of growing up within a relationship, and the emotional shifts that time brings. With the clarity that comes from lived experience and years of listening to women’s stories, she reflects on how perspective reshapes the way we respond, communicate, and connect. She speaks about the importance of feeling heard. About how maturity alters conflict. About how two people can either drift through change or consciously grow through it. The conversation also touches on post-partum depression and the quiet strain it can place on a relationship, reminding us that compassion and patience are not luxuries in marriage. They are necessities. This episode is a gentle but honest look at what it really takes to stay connected over time. Chapters: 00:00 Highlights of the podcast episode 01:04 Introducing Sudha Menon 01:37 Bombay to Pune Shift 03:18 Finding Identity in Journalism 04:49 Young Marriage and Reality Check 06:22 Postpartum and Pressure 07:37 Family Guilt and Divorce 09:36 Female Friends as Lifeline 13:13 Shared Parenting Support 15:20 Second Marriage at 40 18:40 Life in Pune Today 19:01 Never Settling Down 19:35 Fifties as Freedom 21:38 Writing Leading Ladies 23:46 Accidental Acting Break 25:21 Next Skills to Learn 26:00 Advice to Other Women 28:14 Reconnecting With Mother 30:40 Calling Out Ageism 35:24 Dancing for Yourself 36:25 Closing Reflections
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    39 min
  • Love, Letting Go & Starting Again | Pooja Bedi with Suhasini Maniratnam | Second Sunrises by Jos Alukkas

    Love, Letting Go & Starting Again | Pooja Bedi with Suhasini Maniratnam | Second Sunrises by Jos Alukkas
    Feb 20 2026
    Life doesn’t always follow one straight story. And not every choice in life fits a single definition of happiness. And sometimes, happiness is found not in permanence, but in honesty. Second Sunrises is a podcast series that honours renewal, inner strength, and the quiet power of beginning again. In this episode, Pooja Bedi joins Suhasini Maniratnam for a candid and refreshing conversation, one that speaks openly about love, marriage, divorce, and the strength it takes to embrace every phase of life with clarity and confidence. Pooja reflects on being happy in marriage, equally at peace after divorce, and unapologetically honest about relationships that felt right, and, in fact, were absolutely the right choices, at different moments in her journey. With warmth and wit, she shares how she navigated the industry, public perception, and personal decisions, always with a positive outlook and a wonderfully sporting spirit. This conversation is about self-acceptance, emotional freedom, and the courage to live life on your own terms, without regret. Because growth doesn’t come from fitting into boxes. It comes from honouring who you are, exactly when you need it the most. Watch the full episode and join a conversation that celebrates honesty, resilience, and living life on your own terms. 00:00 Highlights of the podcast episode 00:54 Meet Pooja Bedi 02:32 Pooja Bedi’s Multicultural Lineage 03:58 Bohemian Childhood 05:17 Parenting Philosophy 07:53 From Sex Symbol to Rebel Icon 11:14 Choosing Marriage and Quitting Films 14:35 Motherhood, Divorce & Starting Over as a Single Working Mom 18:46 Rethinking What Separation Means 19:49 When Divorce Becomes the Healthiest Option 20:58 Breaking the ‘Stay for the Kids’ Myth 22:33 Co-Parenting with Love 23:49 Mindset Shifts & Rewriting the Divorce Narrative 24:36 Building an Empowering Second Chapter 26:15 Second Chances vs Society 29:09 Setting Boundaries 30:43 Proud Mom Moment 32:40 Defining Real Success 33:13 Courage to Love Again 34:38 No Regrets, Only Growth 36:36 Self-Forgiveness Meditation & Final Takeaway
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    39 min
  • Mamta Mohandas Opens Up | Second Sunrises by Jos Alukkas | EP 1

    Mamta Mohandas Opens Up | Second Sunrises by Jos Alukkas | EP 1
    Feb 13 2026
    Not every chapter in life goes as planned. But sometimes, the unexpected paths shape us in the most meaningful ways. Second Sunrises is a podcast series that honours renewal, inner strength, and the quiet power of beginning again. In this episode, Mamta Mohandas joins Suhasini Maniratnam for an open and deeply personal dialogue. Together, they reflect on pivotal moments, personal evolution, and the resilience it takes to move forward when life takes an unexpected turn. This conversation moves through vulnerability, wisdom, and hope — reminding us that growth often emerges from life’s most challenging seasons. Because sometimes, the most beautiful beginnings come after the hardest endings. 🌅 Watch the full episode and be part of a journey that celebrates courage, clarity, and new perspectives. Second Sunrises. By Jos Alukkas. Chapters: 00:00 - Introduction, Identity, and Early Life 05:27 - Accidental Foray into Cinema 10:07 - Dating, Hasty Marriage, and Divorce 17:03 - Post-Diagnosis Marriage Challenges and Divorce 19:04 - Cancer's Transformative Impact on Life and Relationships 23:21 - Finding Support & Moments of Humor During Treatment 33:52 - Modern Dating and Family Dynamics 44:02 - Embracing Openness, Future Outlook & Life Advice
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    1 h
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