BBC Asian Network
One More Chai
Hang out with Gura and SMASHBengali as they navigate the everyday ups and downs of being brown. They dive into the funny, the messy, and the oh-so-relatable moments, offering an honest perspective. Whether it's family dynamics, personal milestones, or just the day-to-day grind, Gura and Smash bring warmth and humour to every conversation. Join along for a genuine and engaging exploration of life, seen through the eyes of two friends who just get it.
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Episodes
I didn’t know what skinny dipping was! 02.04.2025 30:07
SMASHBengali and Gura talk through their anti-bucket lists - what do you have ZERO interest in doing? Gura shares details about her life recently. Plus Jaymin is dealing with a messy manager...but what would you do?! Send in your dilemmas to onemorechai@bbc.co.uk .
Letters to our mums 26.03.2025 30:04
After a few weeks apart, SMASHBengali and Gura reunite, and for the first time ever on One More Chai, tears are shed as they write and share heartfelt letters to their mums for Mother's Day. From sacrifices to sneaky leg-shaving, they open up like never before. Plus, Smash gives a Ramadan update, including some very relatable hangry struggles! Got a dilemma? Send it to onemorechai@bbc.co.uk .
Not Even Water x One More Chai 19.03.2025 23:08
Two podcasts collide as Not Even Water meets One More Chai! Fatiha El-Ghorri is joined by SMASHBengali and Gura to answer all your Ramadan dilemmas - from workplace drama to dating, they're sharing their advice.
Dinner for four! 12.03.2025 30:04
Gura is joined by Jaz, sitting in for Smash. This week they talk about their dream dinner parties - which celebrities will attend and whose table would you rather be at? Gura puts her foot in it for this week's Bin It Off. And listener Shazad needs help in this week's dilemma as he is caught between his wife and his father in law! Send in your dilemmas to onemorechai@bbc.co.uk .
How to catch a lunch thief... 05.03.2025 30:03
Gura is joined by Jaz, sitting in for Smash. This week, they talk about first impressions when meeting new people. Jaz has road rage, but just what has triggered him? Plus listener Anuj needs help catching a lunch thief at work in this week's dilemma. Send in your dilemmas to onemorechai@bbc.co.uk .
The 'How do I explain this' trend! 26.02.2025 30:04
SMASHBengali and Gura dive into the TikTok trend ‘I can’t marry outside my culture because how do I explain this?’— from the lota to stolen wedding shoes and a paan tray? Gura bins off confusing train tickets and there’s an anonymous dilemma about disappearing work passes but this one hits home… Send in your dilemmas to onemorechai@bbc.co.uk .
Have you had a kabootar?! 19.02.2025 30:04
SMASHBengali and Gura talk about the habits you've had to accept... the in-laws edition! Are ice cream tubs for sharing or do you eat them alone? Plus listener Chandni has a dilemma - is it okay to keep secrets from your partner? Send in your dilemmas to onemorechai@bbc.co.uk
Skibadi what now? 12.02.2025 29:59
SMASHBengali and Natasha Retnasingam break down the slang words of 2024, but what do they think they mean? Natasha has a bee in her bonnet about delivery drivers and listener Randeep has a time-keeping dilemma, but whose side are Smash and Natasha on? Send in your dilemmas to onemorechai@bbc.co.uk
Big ick energy! 05.02.2025 30:04
SMASHBengali and Gura share their general icks during the month of love. They find out what their knees have in common. Plus, listener Tony asks if it's okay to take desi snacks to the cinema? Send in your dilemmas to onemorechai@bbc.co.uk
Is it time to hire or fire? 29.01.2025 30:12
SMASHBengali and Gura share their business ideas ahead of the new season of The Apprentice - but are they good enough to be hired or fired? Gura shares all the details from her first family holiday and Smash tries his best to sell a... skin care pen?! Plus listener Iqra needs help solving an instagram related dilemma. Send in your dilemmas to onemorechai@bbc.co.uk
We listen and we don't judge...or do we? 22.01.2025 30:04
SMASHBengali and Gura jump on the viral TikTok trend so they listen and they don't judge...or do they? Gura has been frantically packing for her holiday, Smash went to a Daawat and learnt some new tea-making skills and how many holes does a straw have? Plus in the dilemma Shivam wants to know if it's okay to fall asleep at the cinema during date night? Send in your dilemmas to onemorechai@bbc.co.u...
Is gossiping good for you? 15.01.2025 30:05
SMASHBengali and Gura ask if gossiping is good for you? Do men gossip more? And do you know when to stop? Gura has been celebrating Lohri and Smash hosted his family for the first time in his new home. Plus in the dilemma Maryam wants to know if it's essential to give up your bed when you have family over! Send in your dilemmas to onemorechai@bbc.co.uk .
New Year, New Tea! 08.01.2025 30:04
SMASHBengali and Gura talk about new year resolutions - do you keep them, are they helpful or are you in the fail club? Smash has had family staying over for the holidays...but what is the real reason why? And Sukh has been in touch with a phone addiction dilemma! Send in your dilemmas to onemorechai@bbc.co.uk .
Is Harry Potter a Christmas film? 18.12.2024 30:04
SMASHBengali and Gura get festive and talk all things Christmas! Gura takes her baby to Santa's grotto for the first time and Smash reminisces on the first time he went. They discuss their favourite Christmas films...is Harry Potter a Christmas film?! Plus listener Riz has a festive dilemma of his own. Send in your dilemmas to onemorechai@bbc.co.uk .
The Parenting Hacks or The Parent Trap?! 11.12.2024 30:06
SMASHBengali and Gura share what they wish they knew about parenting...before it happened to them! Smash has a rat in his kitchen and he doesn't know what to do. Gura is back and into sniffing baby feet?! Smash has a spooky bin it off. Plus Anya has a ticket dilemma on her hands... Send in your dilemmas to onemorechai@bbc.co.uk .
Getting into the party spirit! 04.12.2024 30:04
Gura and Nileeka give you a dos and don'ts guide to help you handle Christmas party season. Gura needs to bin something off this week after getting on a train, Nileeka has had trouble with a window and Amber needs help in this week's dilemma...how do you un-invite your manager from a party?!
Little heartbreaks... 26.11.2024 30:07
SMASHBengali and Natasha Retnasingam talk about those little heartbreaks that happen to all of us - ever saved pizza for the next day but someone beat you to it? Smash impresses with his makeup knowledge. Plus there's a dilemma about hyper-productivity. Can you relate or are you a chill guy? Send in your dilemmas to onemorechai@bbc.co.uk . Or drop a message on 03459 440 445 [Data charges apply].
Sit, squat or hover?! 20.11.2024 30:00
SMASHBengali and Natasha Retnasingam uncover the new social media Bluesky and why do people LOVE WhatsApp so much? Plus Amna is in a sticky situation in the dilemma this week but what advice can be given?
Do you remember the Millennium Dome? 13.11.2024 30:04
SMASHBengali and Nileeka discuss how they're NOT old, but... they remember it being the Millennium Dome and not just The O2! Plus, what is onomatopoeia? Harris is trying to get back in the good books in the dilemma. And Smash shares his parking frustrations, but Nileeka can't relate!
Is Shah Rukh Khan an Uncle Ji?! 06.11.2024 30:06
SMASHBengali and Nileeka try to understand why we love hoarding. Smash tries to explain the Logan Paul v Mike Tyson fight, but is Mike Tyson an uncle now...Shah Rukh Khan is older so is he an Uncle Ji?! Plus there's a doggy dilemma from Monika!
A Diwali dilemma! 30.10.2024 30:04
SMASHBengali and Natasha Retnasingam share their advice for a Diwali dilemma. Plus they take on the 75 Hard challenge...kind of?! And Natasha shares what she's been cooking in preparation for Diwali.
Have you seen Sweet Bobby?! 23.10.2024 30:02
SMASHBengali and Gura talk all about catfishing after watching Sweet Bobby. Smash is frustrated in this weeks Bin It Off... but will Gura have any sympathy? Plus in the dilemma, Abdul has some guests that wear shoes around the house - help!
My baby will beat your baby! 16.10.2024 30:08
SMASHBengali and Gura chat about hyper-competition - are British Asians obsessed with competing with each other?! Gura has had the baby, she's back and ready to bin something off! Plus there's a birthday dilemma for Indi... does he celebrate with the lads or his missus?
Diljit or a sangeet?! 10.10.2024 30:02
Natasha Retnasingam sits in for Gura with SMASHBengali to discuss what would 00s Bollywood characters be like now?! And why did some songs randomly have English lyrics in them? Plus, in the dilemma, what would you do if your cousin's sangeet is on the same day as Diljit's concert?
A freshers guide to friendships! 25.09.2024 30:05
Gura and SMASHBengali talk about friendships - how to make them, break them and everything else. Smash reveals that he's now a dad and he's had enough of adverts! This week's dilemma is a family drama...but what do Smash and Gura make of it?
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