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GVRNZ, Halima and Simran discuss Channel 4's new documentary, Defiance: Fighting The Far Right, and how the history of British South Asians' fight back against fascism is often overlooked. They also delve into the latest controversy surrounding the Eurovision Song Contest given Israel's participation, including pressure for artists / fans to boycott the event.

GVRNZ, Simran and Halima are back, with the former two having returned from their travels abroad. They discuss their respective holidays, before delving into recent news and trending topics, including Manchester being labelled the UK's rudest city, AP Dhillon and Stormzy collaborating, and the latest on Palestine. GVRNZ concludes the episode with an interview with Kapil Seshasayee, discussing his...

Flashing back to Valentine's Day, GVRNZ and Simran present to you the entirety of our Agony Aunty Love Edition recording...

GVRNZ, Halima & Simran have one of their most chaotic episodes to date, discussing the topics of swearing, menstrual cycles and would you rather...

Halima reflects on the first week of Ramadan, before she and GVRNZ delve into the latest happenings on Bad Vibes Island, including horrific misogynoir subjected towards Diane Abbott, and new UK definitions of extremism. GVRNZ then chats to director Waheed Iqbal and lead cast members Ali Arshad and Hamza Medley of new film 'Of God's Men' which is set to make its debut at Manchester Film Festival on...

GVRNZ, Halima and Simran are all back for the first time in 2024! They discuss Simran's recent trip to Berlin, including meeting James Blake, and recent incidents in South Asia, including an "All-White" party by Russian/Ukrainian refugees in Sri Lanka, and the sexual assault of a travelling couple in India. GVRNZ then chats to The Traitors Season 2 contestant Ash Bibi about her time on the show, w...

Halima is back! She and GVRNZ chat about her travels, as well as the latest happenings on Bad Vibes Island, including the Glasgow Willy Wonka Experience, Kate Middleton's disappearance, and Rishi Sunak's response to George Galloway's by-election victory. They also cover the latest from Palestine. Later on, GVRNZ catches up with North London's Nikhil in light of his new release 'See The Patterns',...

GVRNZ and Simran start today's episode by paying tribute to the late Sam Malik, a hugely respected figure in the Manchester/UK music scene. They then discuss Simran's upcoming trip to Berlin and experimenting with fashion, break down the latest on the Indian Farmer Protests, and reflect on why there's a culture of car racing amongst young British-Asian men. The episode concludes with an interview...

GVRNZ & Simran discuss the latest news and trending topics, including a British-Asian teenager taking 28 A-Levels, the UK Home Office planning to pay TikTokkers to promote their 'Stop The Boats' campaign, the latest Indian Farmer protests, and the most recent happenings in Palestine. Later, GVRNZ chats to Switzerland-based talent Argyle & Naveni about their recent collaboration 'For The Ni...

GVRNZ and Simran discuss various Valentine's debates, including what gives them the ick, and what actually constitutes as cheating in a relationship. On this week's segment of Bad Vibes Island, Rishi Sunak dominates the scene, via his bet made with Piers Morgan regarding deportation flights, and his transphobic jibe made in the presence of the late Brianna Ghey's mother.

GVRNZ is joined live in the studio with Manchester born artist & content creator HUMZ. They discuss HUMZ' journey so far, including him turning his life around after reaching his lowest point, what led him to start making music and social content, and how he plans to change the world. The duo also delve into HUMZ' recently released debut single 'Too Late' and how the track is a product of his...

GVRNZ and Simran cover recent trending news and topics, including drama over Oscars nominations, the UK potentially introducing army conscription, and the consecration of the Ram Mandir in India. They also discuss the latest on Palestine, including the ICJ and their rulings regarding South Africa’s genocide case against Israel.

GVRNZ and Simran cover the latest music news, including Zayn releasing a song where he sings in Urdu, and Ariana Grande returning with ‘yes, and?’. We also touch on the most recent events concerning Palestine, including UK/US strikes on the Yemeni Houthi Rebels, and South Africa now coming for the West for complicity in Israel’s genocide…

GVRNZ and Simran cover multiple recent examples of celebs needing better PR, including the Golden Globes, Drake co-signing Octavian, and Skepta’s latest artwork. Bad Vibes Island is back, with a focus on the Post Office scandal and the Anti-Boycott Bill. Also, Halima tunes in all the way from Bangladesh to give us the lowdown on their recent general election, as well as the latest on South Africa’...

GVRNZ and Simran chat all things new years, as well as the latest trending topics such as Saltburn and the release of Gypsy Rose Blanchard from prison. GVRNZ later chats to Freezy, who returns to the studio in light of his new release 'Flying Out'.

In the last episode of 2023, GVRNZ and Halima chat about Bangladeshi Victory Day, travelling, and the latest from Palestine. In the latter part of the recording, they're joined by Manchester's very own Luqy, Joash and Kami Kane to chat about their new single 'Takdah Javah'.

GVRNZ and Halima reflect on a record week of Bad Vibes Island, including new proposed legislation regarding spousal visas and the latest in Rishi Sunak's Rwanda campaign. They also discuss the latest events in Palestine. GVRNZ is then joined live in the studio by Nottingham talent Zed and SoulKaanu to discuss the new joint EP 'Party At Mine' and more...

GVRNZ, Halima and Simran reflect and reminisce on the past three years of Mango Masala...

GVRNZ, Simran and Halima are back live in the studio, discussing the latest trending topics and news, including Thanksgiving and practicing gratitude, the British public's reaction to Nella Rose on I'm A Celebrity, and the censorship of those who voice any public support for the Palestinian people.

GVRNZ kicks off the episode by chatting to Australian talent Jarrod Jeremiah about his latest single, 'London in June', how it came about and his musical journey so far... GVRNZ and Halima then delve into the latest happenings between the UK and Palestine, including the ceasefire vote, Suella Braverman’s sacking, the Armistice Day march and more... Finally, we finish the episode by offering some b...

GVRNZ, Halima and Simran start off the episode by discussing the ongoing situation in Palestine, including how we must not disregard the lives of Palestinian men, the controversy surrounding the March for Palestine taking place on Remembrance Day, and breaking down the difference in opinion behind the Palestinian liberation chant “from the river to the sea”. GVRNZ then interviews poet Nasha Solim...

GVRNZ, Halima and Simran catch up on their week so far, before delving into the latest findings from the ongoing UK Covid-19 inquiry. The rest of the episode is spent discussing the ongoing situation in regards to Palestine, including the multiple bombings of Jabalia refugee camp, and the weaponisation of anti-semitism in order to quash those in favour of Palestinian liberation.

GVRNZ, Halima and Simran reunite live in the studio, the day after attending the 2023 Asian Media Awards, where they were nominated for Best Radio Show. As well as reflecting on the night before, they also discuss Simran and Halima's recent travelling experiences and THAT trending Amsterdam story... Also, the girls finally give GVRNZ his long overdue British Citizenship Test. The episode ends with...

** PLEASE NOTE THIS EPISODE WAS PRE-RECORDED ON WEDNESDAY 18TH OCTOBER AND AS SUCH, VARIOUS DEVELOPMENTS CONCERNING ISRAEL-PALESTINE MIGHT HAVE OCCURRED ** GVRNZ and Halima cover the latest developments from 14th-18th October in the Israel-Gaza war. At the end of the episode, GVRNZ and Simran discuss the topic of celebrities oversharing personal information pertaining to relationships, in light of...

After starting with a catch up and discussing the topic of using religious language in a colloquial setting, GVRNZ and Halima dedicate the rest of the episode to the events currently unfolding in Western Asia. They offer a historical recount and context of Israel's creation and its relations with Palestine, some fact-checking in regards to events on the ground both within the past week and the ent...