Club Kali Stories

The legacy of Club Kali with DJ Ritu MBE and Rita Hirani OBE at the helm has created ripples and waves over the past three decades. But, what does the future look like? This podcast series is part of Club Kali’s Where East Meets West Project, and is compiled from oral histories recorded as part of the project.  It is supported by The National Lottery Heritage Fund, with thanks to National Lottery...

Club Kali built bridges to break down barriers. They had space for service providers to give out resources and support groups  within the club. Many felt inspired to set up their own groups and organisations supporting the South Asian LGBTQ+ community and the diversity of needs.  This podcast series is part of Club Kali’s Where East Meets West Project, and is compiled from oral histories recorded...

The Club Kali dancefloor became a home away from home. Here people formed lifelong friendships and found their chosen family.  People to dance with, to fall in love with, make connections with. And,  to become part of a lifelong, supportive, global community which went way beyond the club walls.  This podcast series is part of Club Kali’s Where East Meets West Project, and is compiled from oral hi...

Club Kali became a space that provided a sense of belonging and cultural expression. A safe haven where people could freely express themselves with South Asian culture at the heart of it all. This podcast series is part of Club Kali’s Where East Meets West Project, and is compiled from oral histories recorded as part of the project.  It is supported by The National Lottery Heritage Fund, with than...

Club Kali became a space that provided a sense of belonging and cultural expression. A safe haven where people could freely express themselves with South Asian culture at the heart of it all. This podcast series is part of Club Kali’s Where East Meets West Project, and is compiled from oral histories recorded as part of the project.  It is supported by The National Lottery Heritage Fund, with than...

Club Kali first opened their doors in 1995,  at a time when South Asian LGBTQ+ folk needed a safe space to come together and celebrate South Asian heritage through music and dance.     This podcast series is part of Club Kali’s Where East Meets West Project, and is compiled from oral histories recorded as part of the project.  It is supported by The National Lottery Heritage Fund, with thanks to N...

This is Club Kali Stories — a six‑part podcast series celebrating the legendary club night that’s been breaking boundaries since 1995. Step inside the rhythm, the energy, the memories. Hear from the people who found more than just music, they found freedom, family, and community. Together, they shaped a cultural revolution that still echoes today. These are real stories, compiled from oral histori...