Ruby Basi News Podcast

On this episode of Ruby Basi News Podcast, we begin on a powerful and uplifting note with The Washing Machine Project — highlighting how nearly 5 billion people worldwide still wash their clothes by hand, spending hours each week on a basic necessity many of us take for granted. Then, we turn to a disturbing criminal case involving a  Brazilian nanny and au pair whose relationship  with her employ...

In today’s update-style episode, Ruby delivers quick but important headlines while emphasizing responsible reporting and fact-checking. Listeners will hear: • A quick recap of a Seahawks win • A tragic incident at a secondary school in Tumbler Ridge, British Columbia • False online claims about a Gurudwara raid in New Jersey that police have officially denied • An investigation in India involving...

In this episode of Ruby Talks, Ruby covers several high-profile and developing cases making headlines. Listeners will hear: • The search for Savannah Guthrie’s missing mother • The arrest of William Stevenson, Jill Biden’s ex-husband, facing serious allegations in connection to the alleged murder of his wife • Growing safety concerns surrounding NeeDoh cube toys after reports of children suffering...

In this heartfelt and laid-back episode, Ruby Basi speaks openly about community care, especially for South Asian elders, and the importance of staying informed while staying connected. Blending English, Punjabi, and Hindi, Ruby discusses major headlines while keeping the conversation honest and relatable. Listeners will hear: • Madhu Gotumkula, President Trump’s cyber chief, facing scrutiny after...

In this episode, Ruby Basi covers powerful and heartbreaking stories making international headlines, each raising urgent questions about safety, justice, and human rights. From gender-based discrimination in Afghanistan to a tragic case in New Jersey involving an Indian mother accused of killing her two children, Ruby approaches these stories with sensitivity and a focus on awareness. The episode...

In Episode 5, Ruby covers major developing headlines impacting travelers and families. Listeners will hear: • Important travel updates for flights to Los Angeles and what to know about REAL ID requirements • A developing murder case in Georgia drawing national attention • Recognition of 88-year-old former IPS officer Inderjit S. Sidhu receiving the Padma Shri Award 2026 • A Fun Fact of the Day spo...

Episode 4 opens with a look at Seattle and the startup culture shaping Washington State, setting the tone for broader conversations about safety and accountability. Ruby then walks listeners through several urgent and emotional stories affecting families across North America and beyond. Listeners will hear: • A Texas case where a semi-truck driver was shot while driving, allegedly by a 15-year-old...

In this episode, Ruby Basi breaks down major headlines and explains how they directly affect South Asian families and communities. From scam alerts to tragic family cases, this episode focuses on awareness, safety, and staying informed in a fast-moving news cycle. Listeners will hear: • Scam alerts involving WhatsApp messages targeting New Year celebrations and ATM users • A serious semi-truck cra...

Your Voice, Your Stories What do you want to hear? Send me a message! ਤੁਸੀਂ ਕੀ ਸੁਣਨਾ ਚਾਹੁੰਦੇ ਹੋ? ਮੈਨੂੰ ਮੈਸਜ ਭੇਜੋ! Topics in this episode: ਇਸ ਐਪੀਸੋਡ ਵਿੱਚ ਮੋਖ਼ ਵਿਸ਼ੇ:     •    Homelessness and hunger: The challenges people face every day.     •    ਬੇਘਰਤਾ ਅਤੇ ਭੁੱਖ: ਹਰ ਰੋਜ਼ ਲੋਕਾਂ ਨੂੰ ਮੁਸ਼ਕਲਾਂ ਦਾ ਸਾਹਮਣਾ ਕਰਨਾ ਪੈਂਦਾ ਹੈ।     •    Universal healthcare: How access (or lack thereof) affects lives.     •    ਯ...

In this introductory episode, Ruby Basi shares who she is, where she comes from, and why she chooses to cover the stories many shy away from. From her background in corporate real estate and community work to becoming a trusted voice in South Asian media, Ruby explains how one heartbreaking case changed her path and pushed her back into storytelling. This episode is about purpose — why Ruby covers...