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
A letter to teen Smash and Gura (in the noughties) 18.09.2024 30:04
SMASHBengali and Gura write a letter to their noughties selves but what will they have to say? Plus they jump into the viral pairing trend...are knife and fork really best friends? In the dilemma, Neesha is having a kitchen nightmare.
'I used to hate Crocs and now... chefs kiss, I get it!' 11.09.2024 30:04
SMASHBengali and Gura chat talk about what they hated growing up and love now. Gura has been practicing Karan Aujla lyrics and in this week's dilemma, Arun needs help with an unwelcome guest.
MSN was the elite social media! 04.09.2024 30:15
SMASHBengali and Gura reminisce about their favourite things from the noughties! They help Sara in this week's dilemma - does she need to take her kids on a family holiday to the Maldives or can they stay at home with their grandparents? Plus Gura wants to bin off bad drivers.
We made it to twenty episodes?! 28.08.2024 30:07
SMASHBengali & Gura can't believe they made it to twenty episodes, so to celebrate they answer questions from the viral 'get to know your friends' quiz. They talk tea tactics - how do you make yours? And Pooja has a party dilemma - party with your friends or family?
How do you win a break up? 21.08.2024 30:11
SMASHBengali and Gura figure out how you win a breakup? Smash has been painting for his anniversary. Plus Omar has a dilemma - should he carry on paying for dates or is it time to split the bill?
What do you wish you knew about your partner before you got married? 14.08.2024 30:11
SMASHBengali and Gura wonder what do you wish you knew about your partner before you got married? Did you pick the correct side of the bed? Do you hate the way they pack the food shop? Plus there's a dilemma asking how to navigate moving back in with your parents.
I am the original Brat Girl...I've been doing this since day one! 07.08.2024 30:04
SMASHBengali and Gura break down 'Brat Girl Summer' and give it a South Asian twist! But can Gura make Smash be more Brat? Could Gura & Smash write 50 shades of brown?! Also, Waheed needs help to be boujie on a budget.
Your eyes look like apples! 31.07.2024 30:02
SMASHBengali and Gura talk about calling people out, Smash realises that he's peaked and what do we think of our anonymous listeners dilemma involving Amsterdam? Find out!
Why can't I spell socks?! 24.07.2024 30:02
SMASHBengali and Gura try to spell socks. They try figure out whether your partner has to be your best friend. And there's a dilemma from listener Arooj - what do you do if you see someone not washing their hands after going to the toilet?
My parents never remember my birthday?! 17.07.2024 30:11
SMASHBengali and Gura talk about setting boundaries. Gura confuses Smash with another riddle involving chickens! Whose parents always forget their birthday? Find out! Plus listener Sophie needs help with a dilemma involving her lying friend.
Does Justin Bieber know what a sangeet is? 10.07.2024 30:06
SMASHBengali and Gura talk all things Ambani and wonder if Justin Bieber knows what a sangeet is? Have you ever seen a cat with a cone on its head? Find out why Smash has! Plus there's a dating dilemma from anonymous...but will Smash and Gura agree?
Wallpaper on the ceiling?! 03.07.2024 30:06
SMASHBengali and Gura question where your loyalties lie for international sports. Sadia has a nasty surprise in her downstairs toilet in this week's dilemma. Plus...is it okay to have wallpaper on your ceiling?!
Where do pigeons go at night? 26.06.2024 30:04
SMASHBengali and Gura talk through their suitcase checklist for holidays - a jug, slippers & chilli sauce?! Is it essential to pack them or time to pack it in?! Gura wonders where Pigeons go at night? Plus listener Priya has dilemma involving her crush and a mela, but what hot take will Gura & Smash give?!
Cultural appropriation or appreciation of the culture? 19.06.2024 30:07
SMASHBengali and Gura break down the 'Scandinavian shawl' TikTok trend, there's a lunch thief in this week's dilemma and Gura talks about her holiday highlights.
The Parent Trap or The Parent Hack?! 12.06.2024 30:05
SMASHBengali and Gura chat through parenting non-negotiables, Gura shares some BIG news and in this week's dilemma: what do you do if you don't like your friend's partner? Can Gura and Smash help guide you through this sticky dilemma?
Superstition, premonition or a coincidence? 05.06.2024 30:08
SMASHBengali and Gura figure out if we need to leave superstitions in the past or carry it forward... for the culture? And there's a dilemma involving a holiday to Mexico.
Flying the nest 29.05.2024 30:05
SMASHBengali and Gura discuss the pressures of finally letting go and flying the nest. Plus they give a whole LOTA advice for a listeners dating dilemma.
Guest expectations! 23.05.2024 30:07
SMASHBengali and Gura break down all the issues we have when unexpected guests turn up! And this week's anonymous dilemma is about letting go of a 14-year friendship.
Skippable steamy scenes! 15.05.2024 30:03
SMASHBengali and Gura debate if Kuch Kuch Hota Hai and Bridgerton are safe to watch with parents! Plus in this week's dilemma, what do you do if your friend doesn't pay up?
Is it important to know your mother tongue? 14.05.2024 30:05
SMASHBengali and Gura break down whether it's important to know your mother tongue. Plus can they give good advice to help with your dilemmas?
That's not my name! 14.05.2024 30:07
Have you ever corrected someone if they mispronounce your name? Have you made up a nickname? SMASHBengali and Gura break down if we are reclaiming our names.
Do we need to RSVP to weddings? 14.05.2024 30:06
SMASHBengali and Gura decide whether we need to RSVP to weddings. Whose side are you on? Plus there's another dilemma from the listeners but can the duo give good advice?
Friends or family? 14.05.2024 30:00
Join SMASHBengali and Gura as they break down if you prioritise your friends or your family during celebrations?! Plus they hear from YOU in this week's dilemma.
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