Podcasts about Sikhs

Episode #425: Dr. Lalita Hanwong, a Thai historian and analyst, has dedicated her career to understanding Myanmar and its ties to Thailand. “I'm morally attached to the peoples of Myanmar,” she says, summing up a lifetime of scholarship and advocacy that spans from the archives of colonial Burma to the war-torn Thai-Myanmar border. “I just want to talk to everybody.” Trained at the School of Oriental and African Studies in London, Lalita's research explored how British rule relied on racial hierarchies to govern Burma. “The British were pretty paranoid and suspicious of the Burmese… the specific race that they found the most difficult to rule and police was actually the Bamar,” she explains. “Their solution was pretty simple: let's bring somebody to scare the Burmese—hence the presence of the Gurkhas, the Sikhs and so on.” These studies taught her how old systems of mistrust shaped modern Myanmar. Her work later shifted from archives to activism. Returning to Thailand, she began advising parliament and the army on border affairs, refugee policy, and Myanmar relations. “There are some really good-hearted [Thai] soldiers who mean well, who want to help Myanmar as well,” she says. Mae Sot, the border town she calls her second home, has become central to her life: “Mae Sot is a really fascinating place. There's no place like Mae Sot… Thailand has been the hub of resistance from Myanmar for generations.” Lalita argues that Thailand must take a more active role as mediator and humanitarian partner. “Thailand could do a lot more,” she says. “The border is a gray zone… we cannot use the urban mindset to get the border fixed however we like it.” She rejects isolation of the junta—“you need somebody who can still negotiate and get access to Naypyidaw”—and believes dialogue is the only way forward. “War is never good for anybody except war business people.”

pWotD Episode 3093: Diwali Welcome to popular Wiki of the Day, spotlighting Wikipedia's most visited pages, giving you a peek into what the world is curious about today.With 407,031 views on Monday, 20 October 2025 our article of the day is Diwali.Dipavali (IAST: Dīpāvalī), commonly known as Diwali (English: ), is the Hindu festival of lights, with variations celebrated in other Indian religions such as Jainism and Sikhism. It symbolises the spiritual victory of Dharma over Adharma, light over darkness, good over evil, and knowledge over ignorance. Diwali is celebrated during the Hindu lunisolar months of Ashvin (according to the amanta tradition) and Kārtika – between around mid-September and mid-November. The celebrations generally last five or six days.Diwali is connected to various religious events, deities and personalities, such as being the day Rama returned to his kingdom in Ayodhya with his wife Sita and his brother Lakshmana after defeating the demon king Ravana. It is also widely associated with Lakshmi, the goddess of prosperity, and Ganesha, the god of wisdom and the remover of obstacles. Other regional traditions connect the holiday to Vishnu, Krishna, Durga, Shiva, Kali, Hanuman, Kubera, Yama, Yami, Dhanvantari, or Vishvakarman.Primarily a Hindu festival, variations of Diwali are also celebrated by adherents of other faiths. The Jains observe their own Diwali which marks the final liberation of Mahavira. The Sikhs celebrate Bandi Chhor Divas to mark the release of Guru Hargobind from a Mughal prison. Newar Buddhists, unlike other Buddhists, celebrate Diwali by worshipping Lakshmi, while the Hindus of Eastern India and Bangladesh generally, celebrate Diwali by worshipping the goddess Kali.During the festival, the celebrants illuminate their homes, temples and workspaces with diyas (oil lamps), candles and lanterns. Hindus, in particular, have a ritual oil bath at dawn on each day of the festival. Diwali is also marked with fireworks as well as the decoration of floors with rangoli designs and other parts of the house with jhalars. Food is a major focus with families partaking in feasts and sharing mithai. The festival is an annual homecoming and bonding period not only for families, but also for communities and associations, particularly those in urban areas, which will organise activities, events, and gatherings. Many towns organise community parades and fairs with parades or music and dance performances in parks. Some Hindus, Jains, and Sikhs will send Diwali greeting cards to family near and far during the festive season, occasionally with boxes of Indian confectionery. Another aspect of the festival is remembering the ancestors.Diwali is also a major cultural event for the Hindu, Sikh, and Jain diaspora. The main day of the festival of Diwali (the day of Lakshmi Puja) is an official holiday in Fiji, Guyana, India, Malaysia, Mauritius, Myanmar, Nepal, Pakistan, Singapore, Sri Lanka, Suriname, and Trinidad and Tobago, and is symbolically recognized by some US state governments.This recording reflects the Wikipedia text as of 03:24 UTC on Tuesday, 21 October 2025.For the full current version of the article, see Diwali on Wikipedia.This podcast uses content from Wikipedia under the Creative Commons Attribution-ShareAlike License.Visit our archives at wikioftheday.com and subscribe to stay updated on new episodes.Follow us on Bluesky at @wikioftheday.com.Also check out Curmudgeon's Corner, a current events podcast.Until next time, I'm neural Brian.

Happy Diwali and Bandi Chorr Divas! ✨We are trying something new on the podcast this week and doing a South Asian holiday deep dive and breaking down why different religions like Hinduism, Sikhism and Jainism celebrate Diwali and Bandi Chorr Divas. Growing up in the UK, unfortunately all these festivals are sometimes bucketed into one celebration when each community celebrates for a slightly different reason. I find it really interesting to learn more about different cultures and hopefully you find it interesting too. So today we are learning more about Diwali and Bandi Chorr Divas! If you are celebrating, wishing you loads of love and light

Sikhism is a rapidly growing religion in Australia, but it's still poorly understood. How are community leaders responding to misinformation and discrimination? - Ang Sikhism ay isang relihiyong mabilis na lumalago sa Australia, ngunit madalas pa ring hindi lubos na nauunawaan ng karamihan. Paano ba tumutugon ang mga pinuno ng komunidad sa maling impormasyon at diskriminasyon?

Sikhism is a rapidly growing religion in Australia, but it's still poorly understood. How are community leaders responding to misinformation and discrimination? - Сикхийн шашин Австралид хурдацтай өсөж буй шашин боловч одоо хүртэл хүмүүсийн дунд төдийлөн сайн ойлгогдоогүй байна. Коммунитигийн удирдагчид ташаа мэдээлэл, ялгаварлан гадуурхалттай хэрхэн тэмцдэг вэ?

Sikhism is a rapidly growing religion in Australia, but it's still poorly understood. How are community leaders responding to misinformation and discrimination? - آئین سیکهـ در آسترالیا سریعاً در حال گسترش است. اما تا هنوز در جامعه درک درست از آن وجود ندارد. پس رهبران جامعه سیکهـ چگونه با اطلاعات نادرست، تبعیض و نفرت مقابله می‌کنند.

What if the Sikh Empire wasn't born on the battlefield, but in the library?

Sikhism is a rapidly growing religion in Australia, but it's still poorly understood. How are community leaders responding to misinformation and discrimination? - Đạo Sikh là một tôn giáo đang phát triển nhanh chóng ở Úc, nhưng vẫn chưa được hiểu rõ. Các nhà lãnh đạo cộng đồng đang phản ứng thế nào trước thông tin sai lệch và nạn phân biệt đối xử?

Sikhism is a rapidly growing religion in Australia, but it's still poorly understood. How are community leaders responding to misinformation and discrimination? - 錫克教是澳洲增長得最快的宗教之一，但很多人仍未對其有深入的了解。社區領袖又如何回應外界的誤解及歧視呢？

Sikhism is a rapidly growing religion in Australia, but it's still poorly understood. How are community leaders responding to misinformation and discrimination? - சீக்கிய மதம் உலகின் ஐந்தாவது பெரிய மதம், மேலும் ஆஸ்திரேலியாவின் சமீபத்திய மக்கள் தொகை கணக்கெடுப்பில், வேகமாக வளர்ந்து வரும் மதக் குழுவாக சீக்கிய மதம் குறிப்பிடப்பட்டுள்ளது.

Sikhism is a rapidly growing religion in Australia, but it's still poorly understood. How are community leaders responding to misinformation and discrimination? - 시크교는 호주에서 빠르게 성장하는 종교이지만, 아직 제대로 알려지지는 않고 있습니다. 지역 사회 지도자들은 잘못된 정보와 차별에 어떻게 대응하고 있을까요?

Sikhism is a rapidly growing religion in Australia, but it's still poorly understood. How are community leaders responding to misinformation and discrimination? - Сикхизм — быстрорастущая религия в Австралии, но её всё ещё мало понимают. Как лидеры общин реагируют на дезинформацию и дискриминацию?

Sikhism is a rapidly growing religion in Australia, but it's still poorly understood. How are community leaders responding to misinformation and discrimination? - सिख धर्मावलम्बीको सङ्ख्या अस्ट्रेलियामा द्रुत गतिमा बढिरहेको छ, तर धेरैले यसलाई राम्रोसँग बुझेका छैनन्। गलत जानकारी र भेदभावप्रति समुदायका सदस्यहरूले कस्तो प्रतिक्रिया दिइरहेका छन् त?

Sikhism is a rapidly growing religion in Australia, but it's still poorly understood. How are community leaders responding to misinformation and discrimination? - ศาสนาซิกข์เป็นศาสนาที่เติบโตเร็วที่สุดในออสเตรเลีย แต่ก็ยังคงเป็นสิ่งที่สังคมไม่ค่อยเข้าใจนัก แล้วผู้นำชุมชนจะรับมือกับข้อมูลที่ผิดพลาดและการเลือกปฏิบัติได้อย่างไร?

Sikhism is a rapidly growing religion in Australia, but it's still poorly understood. How are community leaders responding to misinformation and discrimination? - Sikhisme adalah agama yang berkembang pesat di Australia, tetapi masih kurang dipahami. Bagaimana para pemimpin masyarakat menanggapi misinformasi dan diskriminasi?

Sikhism is a rapidly growing religion in Australia, but it's still poorly understood. How are community leaders responding to misinformation and discrimination? - ਆਸਟ੍ਰੇਲੀਆ ਵਿੱਚ ਸਿੱਖ ਧਰਮ ਇੱਕ ਤੇਜ਼ੀ ਨਾਲ ਵੱਧ ਰਿਹਾ ਧਰਮ ਹੈ, ਪਰ ਇਸਨੂੰ ਅਜੇ ਵੀ ਚੰਗੀ ਤਰ੍ਹਾਂ ਸਮਝਿਆ ਨਹੀਂ ਜਾਂਦਾ। ਇਸ ਪੌਡਕਾਸਟ ਵਿੱਚ ਜਾਣੋ ਕਿ ਭਾਈਚਾਰੇ ਦੇ ਆਗੂ ਇਸ ਗਲਤ ਜਾਣਕਾਰੀ ਅਤੇ ਵਿਤਕਰੇ ਪ੍ਰਤੀ ਕਿਵੇਂ ਆਪਣੀਪ੍ਰਤੀਕਿਰਿਆ ਦੇ ਰਹੇ ਹਨ?

Sikhism is a rapidly growing religion in Australia, but it's still poorly understood. How are community leaders responding to misinformation and discrimination? - آسٹریلیا میں سکھ مذہب تیزی سے پھیلنے والا مذہب ہے، لیکن اس کے بارے میں ابھی بھی کم فہمی پائی جاتی ہے۔ ایس بی ایس ایگزامنز کی اس قسط میں جانئے کمیونٹی رہنما غلط معلومات اور امتیازی سلوک کا جواب کیسے دے رہے ہیں؟

Sikhism is a rapidly growing religion in Australia, but it's still poorly understood. How are community leaders responding to misinformation and discrimination? - シク教はオーストラリアでは人口が著しく増加している宗教にも関わらず、まだ十分に理解されていません。コミュニティのリーダーたちは、差別や偏見にどのように対応しているのでしょうか？

Sikhism is a rapidly growing religion in Australia, but it's still poorly understood. How are community leaders responding to misinformation and discrimination? - 锡克社区在澳大利亚发展迅速，但公众对其仍然知之甚少。社区领袖们正在如何应对错误信息和歧视？（点击上方收听音频）

Sikhism is a rapidly growing religion in Australia, but it's still poorly understood. How are community leaders responding to misinformation and discrimination? - تُعد الديانة السيخية واحدة من أسرع الديانات نمواً في أستراليا خلال العقد الأخير، إذ أظهرت بيانات التعداد السكاني لعام 2021 أن أتباعها باتوا يشكلون نحو 0.8% من سكان البلاد، بعد ارتفاع ملحوظ في أعداد المهاجرين السيخ منذ عام 2011.

Sikhism is a rapidly growing religion in Australia, but it's still poorly understood. How are community leaders responding to misinformation and discrimination? - សាសនា Sikh គឺជាសាសនាដែលកំពុងរីកចម្រើនយ៉ាងឆាប់រហ័សនៅក្នុងប្រទេសអូស្ត្រាលី ប៉ុន្តែវានៅតែត្រូវបានគេយល់ដឹងតិចតួច។ តើមេដឹកនាំសហគមន៍ឆ្លើយតបទៅនឹងព័ត៌មានមិនពិត និងការរើសអើងយ៉ាងដូចម្តេច?

Sikhism is a rapidly growing religion in Australia, but it's still poorly understood. How are community leaders responding to misinformation and discrimination? - অস্ট্রেলিয়ায় শিখ ধর্ম দ্রুত বেড়ে উঠছে, কিন্তু এখনো খুব কম মানুষই ধর্মটি সম্পর্কে জানে। ভুল তথ্য ও বৈষম্যের মোকাবিলায় সম্প্রদায়ের নেতারা কীভাবে প্রতিক্রিয়া জানাচ্ছেন?

Welcome to episode 85 of the Everything 9000 Podcast where we discuss relevant hot topics across the news and culture.00.00 - Intro00.19 - Aman scolds Amrit for missing 7am gym11:01 - Trumps paracetamol (tylenol) and Autism links16:58 - Indian's affected by H1B Visa changes22:17 - Dougie wears Amrit's cloud hoodie (sharing hoodie with dog!)27:36 - Vicky Pattison kisses dog on mouth, goes viral30:15 - JCB used to cook daal33:43 - Sikhs feeding the homeless in California34:57 - Uncle getting too comfortable on the TFL36:31 - Transfer window review45:24 - Dhoni to play in IPL 2026Brought to you by Aman (@birminghman) and Amrit (@itsamritrai) Please drop a comment if you enjoyed the video - every little helps! Don't forget to like and subscribe! Check out our socials: ⁠https://linktr.ee/cloud9000#podcast #indian #punjabi #desi #desipodcast #trump #sikhs #sikh #dhoni

Coinciding with Diwali, Bandi Chhor Diwas is a day when Sikhs celebrate freedom and enlightenment through many social and cultural traditions. Here's everything you need to know. - දීපවාලි උත්සවයට සමගාමීව පැවැත්වෙන බන්ඩි චෝර් දිවාස් යනු සික් ජාතිකයින් විවිධ සමාජ හා සංස්කෘතික සම්ප්‍රදායන් මගින් නිදහස සහ ඥානාලෝකය සමරන දිනයකි. ඒ පිළිබඳ ඔබ දැනගත යුතු සියල්ල මෙන්න.

A version of this essay has been published by firstpost.com at https://www.firstpost.com/opinion/hindu-americans-political-vulnerability-violence-h1b-bias-13936122.htmlChandra Mouli Nagamalliah, a 50-year old motel manager in Dallas, Texas, was brutally hacked to death and beheaded by a Cuban criminal illegal alien, in front of his wife and son. The murderer kicked Chandra's head around in the parking lot, before picking it up and dropping it in a garbage bin. All this because of an argument about a washing machine.This extraordinary incident got no airplay in the US, partly because it coincided with the murder of a conservative broadcaster, Charlie Kirk. There have been other acts of extreme brutality in the US: Iryna Zarutska, a Ukrainian refugee, was stabbed to death by a psychotic killer in a train. In December, Debrina Kawam was burned alive in a New York subway.Violence is not unusual, but it hits home when a ‘model minority' Hindu is killed in such a dramatic manner. There was also the unexplained death of Suchir Balaji, a whistleblower who used to work for OpenAI, who may have been silenced. 633 Indian students have died abroad in 5 years, including 172 in Canada and 108 in the US, according to India Today.I worry about what all this means for the 2-3 million Hindu-Americans. I specifically speak of Hindu-Americans for good reason. Non-Hindus from India have other networks: Muslims and Christians join existing mosque and church groups; some Sikhs project Khalistani memes, falsely alleging religious discrimination in India, seek asylum, and shun Indian connections. Zohran Mamdani, a PIO, has strong Islamist support in his run for NYC Mayor.Second, anti-Hindu noise in the US has gone up substantially, especially the allegation that Hindus practise caste-based discrimination. There was the California Bill SB 403, sponsored by Afghan-American State Senator Aisha Wahab, which the Governor vetoed. Now there is a new Bill SB 509 that also targets Hindus, and which has also passed the California Senate and Assembly. It was co-authored by State Assembly Member Jasmeet Bains.Then there are the lawsuits. There was the infamous suit against Cisco Systems alleging caste bias by two Hindu ‘upper-caste' managers against a ‘lower-caste' employee. After years of acrimonious hearings, the Federal Court penalized the California Civil Rights Department for faulty prosecution; CRD withdrew the case against the two managers; the case against Cisco continues in arbitration. But this has led to copy-cat suits and a malign narrative against Hindus.Another major lawsuit was against the BAPS Shri Swaminarayan Temple in Robbinsville, NJ, the largest Hindu temple in the Western Hemisphere, again with accusations of caste-based discrimination. After years of wrangling, and accusations that an immigration lawyer had coerced some complainants, the DOJ and the US Attorney's Office for New Jersey closed the criminal case on September 19th, finding no violations of federal law or worker exploitation. The civil case continues; the narrative against Hindus has been strengthenedThere are leftists with Hindu names aplenty who are actively campaigning against Hindus and supporting people like the academic Audrey Truschke, a known anti-Hindu activist. This is true even among some people in India: for instance, Annapurna Roy won Best Director at the Venice Film Festival, and dedicated her win to women and “the children of Gaza”, never mind the Hindu women, children and men being severely oppressed in Bangladesh right next door.There has been a massive spike in the anti-Hindu narrative online in the recent past; paradoxically because of their ‘model-minority' nature: they work hard, obey the law, pay taxes, and get ahead in life. Hindu-Americans likely have the highest per-capita income of any ethno-religious group in the US (Indian-Americans at large do). This leads to envy, especially as the economy struggles and you need scapegoats.That is reflected in attacks on the H1-B visa program, of which Indians are the biggest beneficiaries. There is the sudden imposition of a $100,000 “tax” on H1-B visas by President Trump. The net result of this is going to be an exodus to India and third countries, an echo of Idi Amin expelling Indians from Uganda.On the one hand, a good bit of America's competency in technology is supported by Indian engineers on H1-B visas (of course, there are Indian doctors and nurses and so on also on H1-B). On the other hand, US engineers don't have much bargaining power (compared to, say, US doctors), so they have been complaining about foreign-born engineers for decades.In addition to being part of the Trump Administration's pressure tactics on trade, the H1-B noise harks back to early 20th century anti-Hindu and anti-Indian prejudice, when racism and religious bigotry combined to oppress immigrants. A century later, same wine, different bottle. I wrote in January about the compelling cases of Bhagat Singh Thind and Vaishno Das Bagai. They were, like Chandra Nagamalliah, real human beings, not just some statistics. The murdered Charlie Kirk himself had explicitly called for reducing visas for “people from India”.But there is a bigger, more general problem: Hindus generally seek wealth, not political power, ie the old Guns vs. Butter debate. The problem is that if you don't have guns, the folks with the guns will take your butter. Hindus focused historically on wealth creation, and then were left flabbergasted when wave after wave of invaders came over the Khyber Pass or across the oceans, and just took the wealth.It is the same in the US now: Hindus seek material advancement, not political power. Even the Hindu elected representatives said very little about Chandra's tragic death. Vivek Ramaswamy, who had earlier emphasized his Hindu roots, was silent until prodded by online critics. Other prominent politicians were also quiet.But other immigrant groups have made substantial progress in capturing political power. As an example, the entire city council in Hamtramck, Michigan, is Muslim. In the UK, Pakistani-origin people are in positions of power. In Dearborn, Michigan, the Muslim mayor, on September 9th, told a Christian priest that he was an Islamophobe and effectively urged him to leave the city.Without political power, Hindus will be vulnerable. There will be sorry exoduses from various countries, and India should become the “nation of last resort” for PIOs. India should treat this as a version of the ‘1000 Talents' program that China used to attract its diaspora, and create ways to utilize their skills to support economic growth. That needs a lot of planning and can be a win for the country, however traumatic it is for individuals.Here is the AI-generated Malayalam version of this podcast, from notebookLM.google.com:1000 words, 20 Sept 2025, updated 23 Sept 2025 This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit rajeevsrinivasan.substack.com/subscribe

In this episode hear how Bhimchand's minister travels to Guru Gobind Singh's court seeking passage for the wedding caravan heading to Sri Nagar. The Guru warns the messenger that no army can cross his path without facing conflict. Five hundred Sikhs are stationed ahead of Paonta, prepared for battle. This relates to Chapter 12 of season (rut) 2.

AP correspondent Charles de Ledesma reports on the impact of Israel's military operation in Gaza City; Britain's king is welcoming President Donald Trump at Windsor Castle in a second state visit; and Sikhs in India lodge a complaint in New Delhi.

Welcome to another powerful episode of Kaka Balli Punjabi Podcast

We are joined by eminent guest Debunking_Izlam to explore how the Prophet Muhammad enshrined pedophilia (sexual abuse of minors) in the Koran and made it a mainstay of Islamic spiritual practice. This episode also refutes the ludicrous lies of Muslim fanatics that the Sikh Gurus themselves were pedophiles when in reality they were betrothed to spouses their own age. An insightful and incisive episodes that destroys Islamic lies and forearms Sikhs to defend themselves against Dawah and the spiritually unclean Muslim religion.

This episode delves into the historical and cultural significance of Punjab and Sikhism, exploring the identity of Sikhs as the true heirs of Punjab. It discusses the cultural dynamics between Sikhism and Punjabi culture, the historical struggles faced by Sikhs, and the importance of leadership in Sikh history. The conversation emphasizes the concept of victory in Sikh philosophy, the relationship between government and community, and the necessity of independence and self-reliance for the Sikh community in Punjab.

Download the Allio App from the App Store / Google Play, or text “RUSSELL” to 511511. Investing involves risks. Including the potential loss of principal. Past performance does not guarantee results. See terms and conditions.  CALL 1-800-958-1000 or visit http://TNUSA.com/brand I sit down with Tommy Robinson for a frank, uncomfortable, necessary conversation about migration, identity, and who holds power in Britain. I push for unity over hate, local control over distant elites, and a Christian ethic of love—while acknowledging the anger, crimes, and failures that fuel today's backlash. We challenge media and judicial narratives, test each other's assumptions, and ask whether working-class Brits, Muslims, Sikhs and everyone in between can build cohesion without surrendering free speech or safety.

This week I'm joined by historian Wendell Schollander to discuss his new book The British Empire's Regulars 1880–1914. We dive into the lives of the men who fought and marched across the globe in Britain's name – English, Sikhs, Scots, Gurkhas, Ibos, Zulus and many more – showing how these diverse soldiers were anything but anonymous pawns. Wendell brings their stories to life, explaining the unique contributions of each group and why their service was vital to the empire's survival. Wendell's book is available here - https://amzn.to/3HON0ME  Special thanks to Chris Brice for stepping in with hosting today. His books can be found here - https://www.helion.co.uk/people/christopher-brice.php 

For many Hindus, Jains, Buddhists and Sikhs, bidding a final farewell through last rites is a ritual of deep spiritual significance. In Australia, some families continue to travel all the way to India to carry out these sacred ceremonies. Now, a Melbourne-based non-profit is bringing comfort closer to home by offering traditional Antyeshti (final rites) services for the community. We spoke with Raman Arun, one of the founding members, about how the organisation is supporting families in their time of loss.

Discover the revolutionary transformation that created the ultimate Sikh identity. Explore how from Guru Nanak to Guru Gobind Singh, the Gurus elevated the Khalsa beyond a simple religious order into the very embodiment of the Guru itself - the Guru Panth Khalsa.Uncover why the Singh-Khalsa identity became the supreme spiritual and political force for Sikhs, transcending all other affiliations. Learn how this sacred brotherhood became the religopolitical vehicle that would shape Sikh destiny and why the Khalsa represents the highest form of Sikh consciousness.A deep dive into the spiritual revolution that made the Khalsa not just followers of the Guru, but the living Guru itself.

Uncertainty is growing at both international and regional levels — and this confusion and disarray is clearly reflected in Sikh electoral politics and the management of Sikh institutions.

The global and regional dynamics are changing rapidly, and in this shifting landscape, Punjab's geopolitical importance in South Asia has grown significantly. In this insightful lecture, Bhai Narien Singh Chaura emphasizes the crucial need for Sikhs to understand their position in the current global context. He stresses the importance of strengthening their institutions, refining their internal processes, and exploring their own sources of power while engaging with others.

In this final episode of the Japji Sahib Podcast with Bhai Baljit Singh, we explore Guru Nanak Dev JI's Salok: Pavan Guru Pani Pita. Sikhs sing and hear this salok daily but what does it mean? Let's deep dive into how Guru Ji is showing us the way to our true home.▶️ https://youtu.be/tfbAwY8LVkATopics:00:00 - Introduction01:38 - Pavan Guru28:37 - Divas Raat31:32 - Changiaaeaa Buriaaeeaa32:53 - Karmee Aapo Aapnee35:44 - Jinee Naam Dhiaaeaa43:02 - Nanak Te Mukh Ujale48:36 - Closing#Spirituality #Sikhi #JapjiSahibPodcast

Under a special series of interviews with representatives of Sikh organizations, Panthic Jathas, Sikh institutions and Sikh intellectuals, Sikh Siyasat is exploring their understanding of the current crisis grippling the Sikh institutions, like SGPC and Akal Takht, and their vision for its solution.

Welcome to Part 2 of our special 5-part podcast series dedicated to commemorating the 350th Shaheedi Divas of Sri Guru Tegh Bahadur Sahib Ji, the Ninth Guru of the Sikhs and the protector of faith.In this powerful episode, we trace the deeply spiritual and historic moments leading up to the revelation of Guru Tegh Bahadur Sahib Ji as the True Guru, following the final days of Guru Har Krishan Sahib Ji and his cryptic last words: “Baba Bakala.”This episode explores the confusion that followed, the rise of 22 impostor claimants to Guruship, the deception of the Sangat, and the courageous discovery by Bhai Makhan Shah Lubana, who helped reveal the True Guru in Baba Bakala.

On this occasion, Bhai Kanwaljit Singh (Punjabi Department, Sri Guru Angad Dev College, Khadoor Sahib) shared his thoughts on the unparalleled bravery displayed by Sikhs throughout history, especially in the face of adversity.

35. Indian & Pakistani authors & poets talk to co-hosts Paul Waters & Jonathan Kennedy on the We'd Like A Word books & authors podcast at the Khushwant Singh Literary Festival London 2025 (which Paul also co-organises). We hear from Devike Rege on Indian politics, whether "home is a place where you can be comfortably racist" & her book Quarterlife; from Shueyb Gandapur on his book Coming Back - The Odyssey of a Pakistani Through India, on the unusual challenges of getting his book published in India, and on his Pakistani home Dera Ismail Khan & how Hindus and Sikhs who fled during partition preserve memories of the city in India, & on and the unusual challenges of getting his book published in India; from KSLF organiser Niloufer Bilimoria; from Saba Karim Khan on the Pakistan #itscomplicated essay collection she edited & contributed to, & how to get behind the cliches of potraying Pakistan; from Muhammed Ali Bandial on his contribution to Pakistan #itscomplicated & his complex relationship with his homeland; from Prabhu Guptara of Pippa Rann publishing, Global Resilience publishing & Salt Desert Media; from poet Tanya Rai who is @diversityofme on Instagram; & from poet Devi Chatterjee who has also helped develop the Poetry Archive's new online collection of south Asian poets reading their own work.And we also hear about the recent India-Pakistan conflict and ceasefire, Saraiki language & Pashtun culture, Lahore authors Awais Khan & Faiqa Mansab, Pakistani Olympic gold medallist javelin thrower, Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi Ji, the Marati language, poets Sudeep Sen and R Parthasarathy, the Rann of Kutch salt desert & the Great Indian Salt Hedge, Stephen Huyler's book Transformed by India - A Life, & poets Rabindranath Tagore, Bhanu Kapil & Sampurna Chatterji.WHO IS JONATHAN KENNEDY? Jonathan was Director of Arts in India for 5 years for the British Council. He's been everywhere in India and knows everyone there involved in culture. He was also for 12 years the Executive Director of Tara Arts, looking at the world through a South Asian lens. Jonathan is doing some India & South Asian episodes of We'd Like A Word with us every now & then. We'd Like A Word is a podcast & radio show from authors Paul Waters & Stevyn Colgan. (And sometimes Jonathan Kennedy.) We talk with writers, readers, editors, agents, celebrities, talkers, poets, publishers, booksellers, & audiobook creators about books - fiction & non-fiction. We go out on various radio & podcast platforms. Our website is http://www.wedlikeaword.com for information on Paul, Steve & our guests. We're on Twitter @wedlikeaword & Facebook @wedlikeaword & our email is wedlikeaword@gmail.com Yes, we're embarrassed by the missing apostrophes. We like to hear from you - questions, thoughts, ideas, guest or book suggestions. Perhaps you'd like to come on We'd Like A Word to chat, review or read out passages from books.Paul is the author of a new Irish-Indian cosy crime series set in contemporary Delhi. The first in the series is Murder in Moonlit Square, which published by No Exit Press / Bedford Square Publishers in October 2025 - but you can pre-order it now. (Ah go on.) It'll also be published in India in paperback in October 2025 by Penguin India. Paul previously wrote the 1950s Irish border thriller Blackwatertown.We can also recommend Cockerings, the comic classic by Stevyn Colgan, and his hugely popular YouTube channel @Colganology

What happens when a nuclear chemist pivots into industrial water treatment? In this episode, host Trace Blackmore is joined by Dr. Jasbir Gill, President at Water Energy Solutions Inc, whose career spans five decades of breakthrough innovations in water chemistry and sustainability. From developing predictive modeling systems to creating new polymer standards, Dr. Gill shares how scientific rigor and practical experience came together to shape tools still used today.   “We were not just saving water—we were calculating the true cost of energy and environmental impact.” From Nuclear Chemistry to Water Treatment  Dr. Gill begins by tracing his academic roots in nuclear and inorganic chemistry from IIT Roorkee, followed by early post-doctoral research in Italy and England. While initially headed for a career in nuclear separations, a chance encounter rerouted his path to the U.S., where his work at SUNY Buffalo introduced him to the intricacies of water chemistry. That foundational knowledge laid the groundwork for his transformative career at Calgon, and later Nalco.   The Birth of CalGuard: Predictive Modeling Ahead of Its Time  In one of the most compelling parts of the episode, Dr. Gill walks us through the creation of CalGuard—an award-winning predictive modeling tool that transformed how chemical dosing and scaling behavior are calculated. Integrating thermodynamic principles, field data, and statistical regression, the CalGuard model helped standardize customized water treatment programs across regional chemistries and system variables.   Defining the Water-Energy-Carbon Nexus  A highlight of Dr. Gill's later career came when he began asking hard questions about sustainability. How much energy is consumed per gallon of water saved? What's the carbon footprint of that savings? He shares compelling stories of his work with nuclear power plants, showing how acid use for pH control contributed to CO₂ emissions—insights that later shaped his independent firm, Water Energy Solutions.   From Chromate to Phosphate: Reinventing Treatment Chemistry  When chromate was phased out of industrial water treatment, Dr. Gill was at the forefront of developing phosphate-based alternatives. He recounts the invention of the AAM 60/40 copolymer in his lab—now an industry standard—and how field trials and real-time testing guided product refinement. This section underscores how practical chemistry, adaptability, and client trust converge to move the industry forward.   The J-Factor and Real-World Impact  Dr. Gill explains his invention of the J-factor—a conversion metric allowing new inhibitors to be benchmarked against legacy ones. Developed through comparative field tests and algorithmic modeling, the J-factor exemplifies the intersection of empirical science and industry need, with wide applicability even decades later.   Final Reflections: Leadership, Teamwork, and Lifelong Curiosity  In the closing segment, Dr. Gill reflects on the importance of teamwork, adaptability, and focusing on one's work amid organizational change. His stories—from field trips in Montana to building mobile labs for rapid field testing—reveal the human side of technical innovation.  This episode is more than a lesson in chemistry—it's a case study in innovation, leadership, and long-term thinking. Dr. Gill's insights remind us that successful water treatment isn't just about products; it's about persistence, systems thinking, and data-driven action.  Share this episode with colleagues committed to impactful, sustainable water management. Stay engaged, keep learning, and continue scaling up your knowledge!    Timestamps  08:00 – Upcoming Events for Water Treatment Professionals   12:44 – Water You Know with James McDonald  15:35 – Interview with Dr. Jasbir Gill and his career origins in nuclear chemistry  17:05 – Transition to water chemistry and first role at Calgon in 1979  33:49 — Importance of J Factors in dosing and treatment conversions 49:16 — Creation of the AAMP copolymer and phosphate compatibility    Quotes “Focus on your project… your work will carry you through every organization.”  “I had no idea that J Factors came from Dr. Gill—and they actually stood for his first name, Jasbir.”  “You never know what you're doing to help someone and what that's going to create.”    Connect with Dr. Jasbir Gill  Phone: +1 630-346-6141  Email: thewesinc@gmail.com  Linked In: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jasbir-gill-07766630/ Click HERE to Download Episode's Discussion Guide    Guest Resources Mentioned  Sapiens (10 Year Anniversary Edition) by HARARI YUVAL NOAH  Leonardo's Notebooks: Writing and Art of the Great Master (Notebook Series) by Leonardo Da Vinci  A History of the Sikhs by Khushwant Singh  Dr. Gill joined Calgon Corporation    Scaling UP! H2O Resources Mentioned  AWT (Association of Water Technologies)  Scaling UP! H2O Academy video courses  Submit a Show Idea    Water You Know with James McDonald  Question: What do we call the ratio between the amount of dissolved solids in a system water and the amount of dissolved solids in that system's makeup water?    2025 Events for Water Professionals  Check out our Scaling UP! H2O Events Calendar where we've listed every event Water Treaters should be aware of by clicking HERE.     

Visit RENEW.org for great resources on Disciple Making and Theology.  Today's episode will help us gain a comprehensive understanding of Sikhism, highlighting its core beliefs, practices, history, and shared human values of hospitality and truth while promoting interfaith dialogue and mutual understanding. Exploring Sikhism: Insights with Gajinder Shah Singh and Dyron Daughrity Join Daniel McCoy, editorial director for renew.org, and his friend Dyron Daughrity as they discuss Sikhism with Gajinder Shah Singh. In this episode, Dyron shares details about his upcoming research trips to Rome, New York City, and Crete, while the conversation with Gagen delves into the principles of Sikhism, the importance of the Gajinder Shah Singh , and the five Ks that guide Sikhs in their daily lives. Additionally, they discuss common misconceptions about Sikhism in the West and how Christians can foster better understanding and hospitality towards the Sikh community. This episode offers a comprehensive look at Sikh history, beliefs, and practices, making it an enlightening experience for anyone interested in world religions.   00:00 Introduction and Upcoming Trips 01:20 Exploring Sikhism: Origins and Beliefs 06:26 The Five Ks of Sikhism 09:05 Similarities and Differences with Christianity 12:51 Welcoming Mr. Singh 14:50 Mr. Singh's Background and Journey 23:16 Historical and Cultural Insights 26:38 Common Misconceptions in the West 27:47 Sikh Migration and Independence Movement 29:00 The Role of Sikhs in India's Independence 30:43 Personal Journey to the USA 31:01 Partition of India and Sikh State Aspirations 32:09 Cultural Diversity in India 33:23 Life in America and Community Integration 36:45 Health Challenges and Alternative Medicine 39:04 Sikhism and Interfaith Relations 47:57 Sikh Practices and Traditions 49:23 Encouraging Interfaith Dialogue 50:32 Invitation to Experience Sikh Hospitality 53:55 Concluding Remarks and Invitation In this episode titled "Conversation About Sikhism," Daniel McCoy, editorial director for renew.org, and Dyron Daughrity, a professor at Pepperdine University, talk with Gajinder Shah Singh. The discussion broadly dives into Mr. Singh's background, Sikhism fundamentals, and common misconceptions about the religion.   The episode begins with Daniel McCoy introducing the podcast and the topic, followed by Dyron Daughrity sharing his upcoming travel plans related to religious conferences and research. The conversation transitions into discussing Sikhism when Daniel prompts Dyron Daughrity to explain this relatively young religion originating from India. Gajinder Shah Singh shares his personal history, including his journey to the United States in 1971 and his work in Los Angeles. He elaborates on his family's long-standing connection to Sikhism, specifically through the contributions of his forefather to the construction of the Golden Temple. Mr. Singh emphasizes the importance of truth and morality in Sikh teachings and the role of Sikh gurus. The conversation shifts to discuss the similarities and differences between Sikhism and Christianity. Daniel McCoy and Dyron Daughrity note that both religions emphasize a personal relationship with God. However, Christians focus on salvation and faith in Jesus Christ, whereas Sikhs emphasize following the "Five Ks" and living through the teachings in the Guru Granth Sahib. Mr. Singh acknowledges Jesus Christ as a significant religious figure who promoted truth and fought against sin, drawing comparisons to Sikh gurus who also advocated for righteous living. The episode also explores common misconceptions about Sikhs, such as assumptions based on their appearance. Mr. Singh recounts instances of ignorance and highlights the importance of hospitality in Sikh culture. He points out that visiting a Gurdwara (Sikh temple) offers non-Sikhs insight into the Sikh way of life and provides opportunities for building interfaith understanding. Dyron Daughrity further promotes interfaith dialogue by urging listeners to visit local Gurdwaras and experience the welcoming nature and communal meals (langar) provided there. Mr. Singh notes that langar serves practical and symbolic purposes, rooted in agricultural traditions and promoting community and equality. Overall, this episode serves as an enlightening and comprehensive introduction to Sikhism, highlighting the religion's core beliefs, practices, history, and the shared human values of hospitality and truth. The conversation underscores the value of interfaith dialogue and mutual understanding in fostering global harmony.

In this episode, we discuss the heartbreaking incident involving Kamal Kaur Bhabi aka Kanchan Tiwari — a social media personality whose life was tragically cut short by a Amritpal Singh Mehron. Mehron, a Nihang himself, is accused of hatching a conspiracy to eliminate Kanchan for making vulgar digital content and hurting religious sentiments of Sikhs.We explore the balance between freedom of speech and freedom of expression, and how dangerous it becomes when people take matters into their own hands.

Im Haus der Religionen in Bern praktizieren 8 Glaubensgemeinschaften ihre Religion im «Schaufenster», sagt die neue Leiterin Laila Sheikh, langjährige Diplomatin aus Schmitten. Jüdische und muslimische Gläubige arbeiten zusammen, die elf Betriebsjahre haben ein grosses Vertrauen geschaffen. Der Schock sitze immer noch tief, sagt Laila Sheikh. Vor 3 Jahren wurde bekannt, dass im Haus der Religionen Zwangsheiraten durchgeführt wurden. Diese Vorfälle seien gründlich aufgearbeitet worden. Diese Auseinandersetzung sei im Haus der Religionen auch beispielhaft. Nirgends auf der Welt arbeiten so viele Glaubensgemeinschaften in einer Institution zusammen: Hindus, Musliminnen, Christen, Alevitinnen und Buddhisten haben ihre eigenen Religionsräume, Jüdinnen, Bahai und Sikhs beteiligen sich am Programm. Mitten in einem Wohngebäude, umringt von Einkaufsläden steht das Haus am Europaplatz in Bern. Rund 100 000 Personen besuchen es, zur Ausbildung, wie die Polizeischule Ostschweiz, als Gläubige oder als Besucherinnen und Besucher von Veranstaltungen. Die Gottesdienste und Zeremonien sind öffentlich. Was ist bei der Arbeit als Diplomatin anders im Vergleich zur neuen Aufgabe im Haus der Religionen? Wie wirkt sich der Gaza-Krieg auf die Zusammenarbeit aus? Laila Sheikh ist zu Gast im Tagesgespräch bei Karoline Arn.

What Really Happened Inside Darbar Sahib in June 1984?In this powerful first-hand account, Bibi Satwant Kaur Ji – daughter of Bhai Amrik Singh Ji and granddaughter of Sant Giani Kartar Singh Ji – shares her emotional experience of the attack on Sri Darbar Sahib during Operation Blue Star.

Today we find out what happens when football, faith and community spirit come together here in Sussex. Balbir Singh is one of the driving forces behind Sikhs of Sussex, a grassroots group working to bring people together across the county through culture, conversation and shared purpose. In this episode, Paul Hayward visits the AMEX to meet Balbir Singh and explore how football breaks barriers, the players who get him off his seat and his dream season ticket spot in an empty stadium. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In April, Indian National Congress (INC) party member Rahul Gandhi stopped at Brown University for a speaking engagement. During the Q&A, Sidak Alumni Gurpartap Singh asked him what the INC is doing to reconcile with the Sikhs, and their interaction went viral. Join Gurpartap Singh, Harinder Singh, and Jasleen Kaur as they discuss Gurpartap's reflections on his interaction with Gandhi. How can we understand the context Gurpartap centered in his questions? How does Gurpartap feel about Gandhi's response? What would he like to see happen? And what does he hope we can all learn from this?Featuring:Harinder Singh (https://sikhri.org/people/harinder-singh)Jasleen Kaur (https://sikhri.org/people/jasleen-kaur)Gurpartap Singh (https://sikhri.org/people/gurpartap-singh)#SikhCommunity #Sikhs #SikhHistory #History #RahulGandhi #Sikh #CurrentEvents

Today, we explore the heart of Sikhism. We cover various concepts like the 5 theives, the beliefs of Sikhism, The 3 Pillars and other interesting aspects of Sikhism! WELCOME TO RELIGION CAMP

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