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Kamiikaze chats to GVRNZ about working with Azra Jehan on his latest single 'Mutiyar'. Halima and Simran later join him to discuss the latest developments in regards to 'partygate' and Boris Johnson's potential resignation. The three round off the episode with their recommendations on how to stay positive this Blue Monday.

In our first episode of 2022, GVRNZ, Halima and Simran discuss their resolutions for the new year, as well as what plans and aspirations they have for the show. They also delve into Molly-Mae's recent viral comments on Steve Bartlett's 'The Diary of a CEO' podcast, as well as The Weeknd's new album, 'Dawn FM'.

In our final episode of 2021/the first season, Manchester's Joash joins GVRNZ to break down his debut EP 'Summer's Over'.

In a very 0161-centric episode, we're joined by three sets of Manchester creatives to discuss their craft. First up, Halima catches up with legends Metz N Trix to discuss their latest single 'Shaadi Kar' and their recent feature in Ministry of Sound's 'The Birth of Punjabi Garage'. GVRNZ then chats to Sam Malik about his work with young Manchester creatives and the inevitable impending rise of the...

GVRNZ, Halima and Simran are all back live in the studio to celebrate one year of mango masala! They reflect on their favourite moments of the past year, and test each other with their own 'how well do you know me' quizzes.

In our most jam-packed episode yet, we talk to: Illatek & Sann Rao on their new single 'Yesterday' Chloe Bodur on her second EP 'MAVI' Tank on his new track 'LG Da Round' featuring Amar Arshi and Ishmeet Narula Manchester's Kami Kane, Joash and DadaFlow on their new collaboration 'Munde Lit' also featuring Luqy and Freezy

GVRNZ, Halima & Simran delve into the topic of mental health in light of Movember, focusing particularly on that of men. Simran chats to Shuranjeet from Taraki, an organisation that works with Punjabi communities to reshape approaches to mental health. GVRNZ catches up with Mo Khan, to chat about his debut single 'Body' featuring Bilal Shahid & Shaker the Baker. The group rejoin at the end...

GVRNZ, Halima & Simran are joined by Fam Islam of Odbhut Queer Bangla to talk about the importance of intersectional spaces.

GVRNZ and Simran discuss the latest news, including the rise in spiking in club settings, Insulate Britain protests, and Halloween 2021...

GVRNZ and Halima are joined by Mayanka (AKA Mrs GVRNZ) in light of their recent engagement. Also featuring Silverfinger Singh and Tasia Sky talking on their new single, 'Touch The Sky'.

GVRNZ, Halima & Simran discuss the latest news and entertainment, including South Korean series 'Squid Game', Jesy Nelson's launching of her solo career, and Matt Hancock's new job...

GVRNZ, Halima and Simran discuss the Met Police's recent advice for the public if they don't trust a police officer placing them under arrest, which includes running away or flagging down a bus. This advice follows recent developments in the case of the murder of Sarah Everard, which was committed by serving police officer Wayne Couzens, after arresting Everard under the false pretence of breaking...

GVRNZ, Halima and Simran are joined by Shaz, whose debut EP 'The Car Ride Home' is due soon...

GVRNZ, Halima & Simran are joined by Pelumi Fatayo of Creation Foundation, who discusses why they feel it's so important to create socially conscious content...

GVRNZ and Simran highlight the two decade anniversary of the 9/11 attacks, and discuss the tragedy's aftermath and subsequent rise in hate crime. KARISHMUA then talks to Simran about make up, influencing and being a small business owner. She also reveals exactly what happened in her recent exchange with Love Island's Priya Gopaldas, whereby she declined hiring Karishma to do her make-up after expe...

GVRNZ, Halima & Simran are joined by hip-hop artist HB, who delves into his new Black Sun EP, why he loves creating music, and what he has planned for the future...

GVRNZ and Simran discuss the latter's recent attendance of weddings for the first time since pre-COVID. They also break down the Love Island final, and discuss in more depth what life post-lockdown will look like...

In light of the Taliban's recent take over, GVRNZ and Halima delve into the history of Afghanistan, focusing particularly on the region's relationship with the West during the "war on terror" following 9/11.

GVRNZ and Halima delve into the history surrounding the Partition of India, 74 years on...

GVRNZ, Halima and Simran are joined by Dr Rafia Miah of Amar Doctor, an initiative that seeks to raise health awareness amongst Bangladeshi women.

GVRNZ and Halima discuss whether they'd rather live in UAE or the UK, DaBaby's recent homophobic remarks, why billionaires don't donate enough money, and recent stats from Greater Manchester police that suggest institutional racism.

GVRNZ, Halima and Simran are reunited as they discuss whether COVID vaccine passports should be a thing, Dawn Butler's recent removal from Commons, pressure to get married and more...

GVRNZ and Simran discuss the Euros final and the racist backlash England players received following the penalty shootout. They also delve into how Zarah Sultana was told to 'lower her tone' when raising this in Parliament, yet another example of women of colour being falsely accused as being confrontational...

GVRNZ and Simran are joined by Bolton's own Kaspa who talks music, bettering himself, what he has planned for 2021 and more...

In this episode, GVRNZ, Halima and Simran discuss the Sha'Carri Richardson's recent ban from the olympics after testing positive for marijuana use. They also delve into the issue of virginity testing in the UK, and the North/South divide.