The Khalis Podcast
Episodes
41 episodes
Darkness Defied | Episode 4 | Chapter 6 – Glimpses of Intellectual Genius
The Khalis Audio Library continues with the next instalment of Darkness Defied: The Life and Legacy of Jaswant Singh Khalra, written by Bhai Ajmer Singh and narrated by Ranveer Singh.This episode i...
Darkness Defied | Episode 3 | Chapter 5 – On the Land of England
The Khalis Podcast continues with the next instalment of Darkness Defied: The Life and Legacy of Jaswant Singh Khalra, written by Bhai Ajmer Singh and narrated by Ranveer Singh.This episode feature...
Darkness Defied | Episode 2 | Chapter 3 & Chapter 4 – From Comrade to Sikh & Life Takes a Sharp Turn
The Khalis Audio Library continues with the next instalment of Darkness Defied: The Life and Legacy of Jaswant Singh Khalra, written by Bhai Ajmer Singh and narrated by Ranveer Singh.This episode i...
Darkness Defied | Episode 1 | Preface, Chapter 1 & Chapter 2 – Family Background: A Martial Heritage & Early Political Activities
🎧 A new chapter begins.For the past six years, the Khalis Podcast has been home to conversations with authors, poets, academics, educators and activists committed to preserving Sikh thought, history and literature.To...
36 - Sikh Poetry - Letters to the Divine - with Jasleen Kaur
In this episode, Melbourne-based poet and author Jasleen Kaur joins us to discuss her debut poetry collection, an invitation into a sacred dialogue with Akaal Purakh, exploring themes of devotion, longing, surrender, and rememb...
35 - A Short Novel About The Sikh Genocide 1984 - 'Grandfather's Mulberry Tree' by Baljit Ghuman
In episode 35 of the Khalis Podcast, Toronto based Baljit Ghuman speaks about "Grandfather's Mulberry Tree", his first short novel about the Sikh Genocide 1984.This captivating and cathartic story follows an adolescent Sikh boy's journe...
34 - 'Manmeet Kaur: My Story About 1984' with Hardeep Kaur Shergill
In episode 34 of the Khalis Podcast, Toronto based Hardeep Kaur Shergill, speaks about "Manmeet Kaur: My Story About 1984", her debut children's book.Hardeep is an elementary school Educator, former Early Reading Coach with the Toronto ...
32 - Khyaal - A Poetry Journal with Rajbir Singh Sovereign
In episode 32, Rajbir Singh Sovereign, author of 'Khyaal - A Poetry Journal' shares his journey into writing and filmmaking. ✨Rajbir Singh, based in the Netherlands, touches upon what life is like for a Sikh in the Netherlands and discu...
31 - Discussing 'Vaheguru Everywhere' with Harteg Singh
In this episode, young Harteg Singh discusses the inspiration behind his new book - Vaheguru Everywhere.
30 - Divpreet Kaur - Children's Panjabi books
The Khalis Podcast continues this week with US based Divpreet Kaur, author of ਬੀਬੀ ਨੇ ਬਣਾਇਆ ਸਾਗ - our first ever children's board back book!Divpreet is a mom, a poet and, a lover of all things Panjabi. In an effort to pass that love on ...
29 - Baba Bulleh Shah - In discussion with Dr. Wasim Ahmed
In this episode, Dr. Wasim Ahmed speaks about his book about the famous Sufi poet Baba Bulleh Shah.Dr. Ahmed's new book is available to purchase from KhalisHouse.com
28 - Finding Your Inner Power - Erenjit Kaur
In this episode, Erenjit Kaur, a youth empowerment coach working with children and young persons across the UK, speaks about the inspiration behind her debut book 'Finding Your Inner Power.'The book is available to order via www.KhalisH...
27 - Discussing 'Journey With The Gurus' - Inni Kaur
In this episode, Inni Kaur, author of the 'Journey With The Gurus' children's book series speaks about her inspiration to write, and what she hopes to achieve with her work.Inni currently serves as the Creative Director at the Sikh Rese...
26 - Punjabi Language and Verbs - with Asa Willoughby
In this episode Asa Willoughby speaks about the upcoming release of his debut book ' A Comprehensive Guide to Punjabi Verbs.'Asa is a PhD candidate in the department of Asian Languages and Cultures at the University of Michigan, with ma...
25 - Poetry from the Sikh Diaspora - Ghuntas Kaur
In this episode of the Khalis Podcast, Ghuntas Kaur speaks about her brand new poetry book - 'History of the Lion Family'.The book is a poetry collection reflecting on Sikh and Punjabi experiences of discrimination spanning from the 198...
24 - A Brief History of Sikhs in America - Tejpaul Singh
In this episode of the Khalis Podcast, Tejpaul Singh shares the journey behind his debut publication ਅਮਰੀਕਾ ਵਿੱਚ ਸਿੱਖਾਂ ਦਾ ਸੰਖੇਪ ਇਤਿਹਾਸ' | 'A Brief History of Sikhs in America'Written in Gurmukhi, this short book covers over 100 years of...
23 - 'Ghallughara June 1984' with Malkit Singh Bhavanigarh
Our first episode in Panjabi!In this episode of the Khalis Podcast we are joined by bhaji Malkit Singh Bhavanigarh, author of 'Ghallughara June 84' published by @bibekgarhparkashan, and Editor of Amritsar Times. We speak about the book,...
22 - Tales of Akaal - Bhajneek Kaur
In this episode, Bhajneek Kaur speaks about her debut children's bilingual book series.We discuss her inspiration for writing children's books, the power of storytelling, how to encourage children to read, challenges of writing, represe...
21 - There Is A Home In All Of Us - Yukti Narang
In this 1st episode of Season 3 of the Khalis Podcast, Yukti Narang shares some insight into her debut book 'There Is A Home In All Of Us' which was published by Khalis House on 2nd March, 2023.Yukti discusses her journey into writing; ...
20 - Jessie Singh & Ravneet Kaur - BaagiNFT
In this episode of the Khalis Podcast we cross 3 time zones to discuss the world of NFTs, Blockchain, Cryptocurrency and the launch of Baagi NFT which was created to celebrate and support artists inspired by Sikh values. Jess...
19 - Shamsher Singh and Baljit Singh - Battle of Amritsar (1984)
In this episode I sit down with Shamsher Singh and Baljit Singh to discuss the groundbreaking new documentary film, 'Battle of Amritsar (1984). We start with thoughts on how the documentary has been received before moving on to the...
18 - Harwinder Singh - Sikh Studies and Education
Harwinder Singh speaks about his journey into teaching Sikh Studies with the Sikh Educational Council (SEC) and Naujawani.com - an online media platform for a global Sikh and Punjabi audience where they create original videos and well thought-o...
17 - Dr. Priya Atwal - Royals and Rebels
In this episode, Dr. Priya Atwal speaks about her journey into academia, life as a Historian during continued calls to "decolonise the curriculum", her book 'Royals and Rebels' and the importance of historical study and research.If you ...
16 - Harmanjit Kaur Sidhu - Creative writing and 'A Tale Of Time'
In this episode debut novelist Harmanjit Kaur Sidhu, and winner of the Khalis Lekhak Writing Contest 2021, discusses her journey into writing, inspiration behind her book 'A Tale Of Time' and what readers can expect. We also touch upon the way ...
