The Khalis Podcast

In this episode, Melbourne-based poet and author Jasleen Kaur joins us to discuss her debut poetry collection, an invitation into a sacred dialogue with Akaal Purakh , exploring themes of devotion, longing, surrender, and remembrance . Jasleen shares the inspiration behind her work and speaks about her conscious decision to write in Gurmukhi Panjabi , honouring language, faith, and ancestral conne...

In episode 35 of the Khalis Podcast, Toronto based Baljit Ghuman speaks about "Grandfather's Mulberry Tree", his first short novel about the Sikh Genocide 1984. This captivating and cathartic story follows an adolescent Sikh boy's journey through the turbulent Panjab of the 1980s. Following the State of India's attack of Sri Darbar Sahib, the novel portrays a powerful narr...

In episode 34 of the Khalis Podcast, Toronto based Hardeep Kaur Shergill, speaks about "Manmeet Kaur: My Story About 1984", her debut children's book. Hardeep is an elementary school Educator, former Early Reading Coach with the Toronto District School Board, and a Ph. D. candidate at the University of Toronto.  Hardeep's debut book follows the story of 'Manmeet Kaur'...

In episode 32, Rajbir Singh Sovereign, author of 'Khyaal - A Poetry Journal' shares his journey into writing and filmmaking. ✨ Rajbir Singh, based in the Netherlands, touches upon what life is like for a Sikh in the Netherlands and discusses the inspiration behind writing his debut publication and what he hopes readers shall take from it. 'khyaal' is available to order from Kh...

In this episode, young Harteg Singh discusses the inspiration behind his new book - Vaheguru Everywhere.

The Khalis Podcast continues this week with US based Divpreet Kaur, author of ਬੀਬੀ ਨੇ ਬਣਾਇਆ ਸਾਗ - our first ever children's board back book! Divpreet is a mom, a poet and, a lover of all things Panjabi. In an effort to pass that love on to her son, she took inspiration from his Bibi ji and wrote this rhyme which makes for a wonderful addition to any little Singh or Kaur's reading time. ...

In this episode, Dr. Wasim Ahmed speaks about his book about the famous Sufi poet Baba Bulleh Shah. Dr. Ahmed's new book is available to purchase from KhalisHouse.com

In this episode, Erenjit Kaur, a youth empowerment coach working with children and young persons across the UK, speaks about the inspiration behind her debut book 'Finding Your Inner Power.' The book is available to order via www. KhalisHouse.com

In this episode, Inni Kaur, author of the 'Journey With The Gurus' children's book series speaks about her inspiration to write, and what she hopes to achieve with her work. Inni currently serves as the Creative Director at the Sikh Research Institute (SikhRI) but has embodied a rich array of roles in the organization since 2010, including having served as the Chair of the Board and...

In this episode Asa Willoughby speaks about the upcoming release of his debut book ' A Comprehensive Guide to Punjabi Verbs.' Asa is a PhD candidate in the department of Asian Languages and Cultures at the University of Michigan, with main areas of research focusing on language pedagogy, language maintenance and diaspora studies. Asa has over 4 years’ experience as a language teacher inc...

In this episode of the Khalis Podcast, Ghuntas Kaur speaks about her brand new poetry book - 'History of the Lion Family'. The book is a poetry collection reflecting on Sikh and Punjabi experiences of discrimination spanning from the 1984 Sikh genocide to modern day Canada. Within the Sikh community, there is a stigma against speaking about the 1984 genocide and the trauma our people suf...

In this episode of the Khalis Podcast, Tejpaul Singh shares the journey behind his debut publication ਅਮਰੀਕਾ ਵਿੱਚ ਸਿੱਖਾਂ ਦਾ ਸੰਖੇਪ ਇਤਿਹਾਸ' | 'A Brief History of Sikhs in America' Written in Gurmukhi, this short book covers over 100 years of Sikhs living in the US. Tejpaul Singh diligently charts Sikh migration, resistance and activism that has shaped the Sikh experience in America. Si...

Our first episode in Panjabi! In this episode of the Khalis Podcast we are joined by bhaji Malkit Singh Bhavanigarh, author of 'Ghallughara June 84' published by @bibekgarhparkashan, and Editor of Amritsar Times. We speak about the book, the significance of June 1984 and other editorial work bhaji is involved in. ਖਾਲਿਸ ਪੋਡਕਾਸਟ ਦਾ ਅਗਲਾ ਐਪੀਸੋਡ ਪੰਜਾਬੀ ਵਿੱਚ ਹੈ। ਅਸੀਂ ਭਾਜੀ ਮਲਕੀਤ ਸਿੰਘ ਭਵਾਨੀਗੜ੍ਹ...

In this episode, Bhajneek Kaur speaks about her debut children's bilingual book series. We discuss her inspiration for writing children's books, the power of storytelling, how to encourage children to read, challenges of writing, representation and advice for aspiring authors. Bhajneek Kaur is a writer, mother and doctor specialising in end of life care. Her personal areas of interest in...

In this 1st episode of Season 3 of the Khalis Podcast, Yukti Narang shares some insight into her debut book 'There Is A Home In All Of Us' which was published by Khalis House on 2nd March, 2023. Yukti discusses her journey into writing; her inspirations; why she chose to centre a Sikh and Panjabi character as the main protagonist in the book; what readers can expect; and some of her othe...

In this episode of the Khalis Podcast we cross 3 time zones to discuss the world of NFTs, Blockchain, Cryptocurrency and the launch of  Baagi NFT which was created to celebrate and support artists inspired by Sikh values.  Jessie Singh from Canada is the Managing Director at BaagiNFT, he has two decades of experience in start-ups, political strategy in the highest levels of political office and is...

In this episode I sit down with Shamsher Singh and Baljit Singh to discuss the groundbreaking new documentary film, 'Battle of Amritsar (1984).  We start with thoughts on how the documentary has been received before moving on to the issues of censorship and overcoming the challenges associated with that. We then look how and why 1984 remains this pivotal moment for Sikhs across the world and...

Harwinder Singh speaks about his journey into teaching Sikh Studies with the Sikh Educational Council (SEC) and Naujawani.com - an online media platform for a global Sikh and Punjabi audience where they create original videos and well thought-out articles, offering a uniquely Sikh and Punjabi perspective on issues. He discusses the role of social media, independent platforms, Sikh Studies, Western...

In this episode, Dr. Priya Atwal speaks about her journey into academia, life as a Historian during continued calls to "decolonise the curriculum", her book 'Royals and Rebels' and the importance of historical study and research. If you enjoy this podcast, be sure to click subscribe and leave your feedback. Tell your family and friends and stay tuned for more episodes. The Khal...

In this episode debut novelist Harmanjit Kaur Sidhu, and winner of the Khalis Lekhak Writing Contest 2021, discusses her journey into writing, inspiration behind her book 'A Tale Of Time' and what readers can expect. We also touch upon the way Sikh today connect with our history and in particular legendary figures from the 18th century. The Khalis Lekhak 2022 is now open - full details a...

We return to Season 2 this week, speaking with Sarbpreet Singh, a Boston based writer, podcaster and playwright.   His newest  book, The Story of the Sikhs 1469 - 1708, a retelling of Sikh History, was published in June 2021 by Penguin Random House. He is the author of the critically acclaimed Night of the Restless Spirits (Penguin Random House)  a collection of short fiction about 1984 and the be...

In this episode of the Khalis Podcast, Dr. Parvinder Mehta joins us from Detroit, Michigan to speak about her upcoming poetry book 'On Wings Of Words' . Dr. Parvinder Mehta speaks about her background and journey into academia, her inspiration behind writing poetry, why her poems touch upon the themes that they do and what she hopes to achieve with her debut poetry collection. 'On W...

In this episode of the Khalis Podcast, Kiranjot Chahal of the Decolonized Library Project based in Toronto, speaks about postsecular and postmodern theories, as well as decolonial scholarship and work. We discuss Sikhi and Gurmat in relation to these theories and consider the role of the Sikhs within spaces that seek to address the problems caused by coloniality. Kiranjot is an academic, writer an...

The Khalis Podcast - Season 2 - Episode 2 - in conversation with Kamalpreet Singh Pardeshi  In this episode veer Kamalpreet Singh, who has translated 50 books of Sikh influence into English, speaks about his upbringing and journey into Sikhi, the influence of Mahapurakhs and seva with GurmatVeechar.com We specifically discuss 3 texts - 'Charitropakhyan', 'Chankya Rajniti' and &...