The Sikh Cast

We celebrate Mother’s Day while social distancing and engage in conversation with Inni Kaur, Neelu Singh, Mandeep Kaur, and Sharanjeet Kaur to discuss how Sikhi has informed their ideas of motherhood, their challenges, and their triumphs. What does Gurbani say about being a mother? How are we embodying those values? ~~~ Featuring: Inni Kaur - sikhri.org/people/inni-kaur Neelu Singh  Mandeep K...

Jasleen Kaur shares how society is dealing with the effects of a global pandemic, for better and for worse. She explores the nature of feeling anxious during uncertain times, and by reflecting in Sabad we find not only the strength to deal with lockdown but to look towards a better future. ~~~ To read the complete article click Here.   https://bit.ly/2SzqSJk Featuring: Jasleen Kaur — sikhri.o...

As we continue to navigate social distancing together, we want to engage the community in conversation with the frontline workers. Discussing how Sikhi has informed their lives and practice, what the community can do to support them, and their everyday realities. We welcome Sidakers at the front-line of COVID-19 to this episode of The Sikh Cast. ~~~ Featuring: Host - Manvinder Kaur — sikhri.org/pe...

Through the Persian-influenced Sabad of Guru Nanak Sahib, Asha Marie Kaur explores our feeling of "place" in light of COVID-19. How do we cope when the physical places we frequent are beyond our reach? Guru Nanak Sahib's redefines the Sufi principle of "maqam" or spiritual waystation and provides insights. ~~~ Read the article Listen at SikhRI's website Featuring: Asha Marie Kaur #PersianVoice #Sa...

"What I do know is that I want to live courageously and heart-centered. I want to live fully embracing life with my entire being and allowing the lightness of my breath to mingle with the heaviness of my matter." In this Sikh Cast episode, Inni Kaur recounts the moment when she connected with sabad on a deep level, not just to explore her connection with Sikhi but to truly feel confident in being...

Asha Marie Kaur talks with The Sikh Cast host, Manpreet Jassal , about the history of how the Sikhs got to where they are in Afghanistan today. We separate facts from rumors and how Sikhs around the world can help. ~~~ Featuring: Asha Marie Kaur — sikhri.org/people/asha-marie-kaur Manpreet Singh — https://twitter.com/mjassal #SikhPodcast #Afghanistan #Kabul #AfghanSikhs #SikhHistory #TheSikhCast

The Sikh Cast Host, Manpreet Singh, revisits an episode from the past to help shed light on the present. Through Sabad we explore coming to terms with fear and overcoming anxiety during the current global pandemic. ~~~ Featuring: Inni Kaur — sikhri.org/people/inni-kaur Manpreet Singh — https://twitter.com/mjassal #Sabad #COVID-19 #Pandemic #SikhPodcast

Inni Kaur is sharing her reflections on how we can each deal with the effects of social distancing amid the Covid-19 crisis, so we can maintain an intimate relationship with each other through Sabad. ~~~ As we approach Vaisakhi the Sikh Research Institute is hosting a daily live stream of reflections . For more details go to sikhri.org and join us for the Vaisakhi Countdown via Daily Reflections....

Dr. Pritpal Singh discusses the importance, history, and significance of Afghanistan for Sikhs, from the time of the Gurus to now. ~~~ Featuring: Pritpal Singh — sikhri.org/people/pritpal-singh Manpreet Singh — https://twitter.com/mjassal #History #Afghanistan #SikhPodcast

Harinder Singh discusses how Sikhs need to respond to COVID-19 starting with healthcare in their own home and communities. A deadly attack on Sikhs took place in Afghanistan on 25 Mar 2020. We break down what really happened and how Sikhs can be prepared for the future. ~~~ Featuring: Harinder Singh — sikhri.org/people/harinder-singh Manpreet Singh — https://twitter.com/mjassal #Covid19 #CoronaVir...

The Sikh Research Institutes Researcher, Jasleen Kaur, reveals her journey through grief and reflection. She then expresses how one particular Sabad has helped her on the path. ~~~ Featuring: Jasleen Kaur — sikhri.org/people/jasleen-kaur ਰਾਗੁ ਸੋਰਠਿ ਬਾਣੀ ਭਗਤ ਰਵਿਦਾਸ ਜੀਕੀ ੴ ਸਤਿਗੁਰ ਪ੍ਰਸਾਦਿ ॥  ਜਬ ਹਮ ਹੋਤੇ ਤਬ ਤੂ ਨਾਹੀ ਅਬ ਤੂਹੀ ਮੈਨਾਹੀ ॥  ਅਨਲ ਅਗਮ ਜੈਸੇ ਲਹਰਿ ਮਇ ਓਦਧਿਜਲ ਕੇਵਲ ਜਲ ਮਾਂਹੀ ॥੧॥  ਮਾਧਵੇ ਕਿ...

Harinder Singh talks about Valentine's Day, the concept of Love in Sikhi, Martyrdom, the Lovers of Panjab and more. ~~~ Featuring: Harinder Singh — sikhri.org/people/harinder-singh Manpreet Singh — https://twitter.com/mjassal #ValentinesDay #Love #Sikhi #SikhPodcast

2019 would mark the 550th Prakash Purab (Illumination Day) of Guru Nanak Sahib. To commemorate this monumental event SikhRI is launching a children’s audio story series in English and Panjabi based on the life and travels of Guru Nanak Sahib. These well-loved stories will help to initiate Sikh children into the Guru’s life and his teachings in a non-judgmental way. ~~~ Featuring: English – Inni Ka...

I once met an elderly man who had taken pictures before and after 1984. I asked him: “What was it like photographing 84’?” His response: “I feel like I have been photographing 1984 my entire life.” His response shook me and it became a very significant moment for me. This experience led me to question - Why do I care about the violence that occurred during 1984…why should I care? ~~~ Featuring: Am...

ਹਮ ਜੇਰ ਜਿਮੀ ਦੁਨੀਆ ਪੀਰਾਮ ਸਾਇਕਾ ਰਾਇਆ ॥ ham jer jimī dunīā pīrām sāikā rāiā. هم زیر زمین دنیا پیران شیخ ها راییا All the sheikhs, spiritual teachers, rulers [will be buried] under the ground. ~~~ In this transcreation, the original Gurmukhi is followed by an English transcription to guide the pronunciation of the  Sabad  (Divine Word) in its original form.  The Persian recorded in the...

Inni Kaur talks about how she discovered Bibi Nanki's Brother, Bhai Mardana's friends. "It freed the people. The hold of the middleman was over. The Guru freed and uplifted further."  – Guru Nanak Sahib ~~~ Featuring: Inni Kaur — sikhri.org/people/inni-kaur #GuruNanakSahib #Nanakshahi550 #Sikhi #SikhPodcast

In this immersive poem, Inni Kaur recites her piece Love's Countless Yearning . The poem is from the perspective of a seeker of the guru – Guru Nanak Sahib. "The love-arrow has pierced my heart. I yearn for union. When will my destiny awaken? When will my longing be fulfilled? ..." ~~~ Featuring: Inni Kaur — sikhri.org/people/inni-kaur #Poetry #Vahiguru #Seeker #SikhPodcast

In this podcast, you will hear Vah Guru, the poem recited by SikhRI's Manjit Singh. Khan Bahadur Khwaja Dil Mohammad Sahib published Vah Guru in 1916. ~~~ Featuring: Manjit Singh — sikhri.org/people/manjit-singh #Poetry #Nanakshahi550 #Live #SikhPodcast

2019 would mark the 550th Prakash Purab (Illumination Day) of Guru Nanak Sahib. To commemorate this monumental event SikhRI is launching a children’s audio story series in English and Panjabi based on the life and travels of Guru Nanak Sahib. These well-loved stories will help to initiate Sikh children into the Guru’s life and his teachings in a non-judgmental way. ~~~ Featuring:  English – I...

This immersive poem is written and produced by Amardeep Kaur, and recalls a time of revolt, pain, and sorrow. Barahmah di chitthi Guru Nanak nu / A Letter of Twelve Months to Guru Nanak " sai, my Beloved! Fill me into your red dye You ferried me over the Pacific once Today, I return, to find the ports of Komagata’s revolts What a long journey from the Fragrant Harbour, with gifts of agarwood for t...

What would Guru Nanak Sahib do in 1984? Listen to this discussion between Harinder Singh and the Sikh Cast host, Manpreet Singh. ~~~ Featuring: Harinder Singh — sikhri.org/people/harinder-singh Manpreet Singh — https://twitter.com/mjassal #Nanakshahi550 #Remembering1984 #SikhCast

At this point in my life, this sabad has come to me for reasons other than telling me to keep moving even when everything feels big and hard to navigate. At this point in my life, it has come to me for reasons that are harder and bigger and more outside of just me and my paralysis. " Whichever day comes, that day goes. Stay is impermanent, departure is imminent. ਜੋ ਦਿਨ ਆਵਹਿ ਸੋ ਦਿਨ ਜਾਹੀ ॥ ਕਰਨਾ ਕੂਚੁ...

ਚਿਲਿ ਮਿਲਿ ਬਿਸੀਆਰ ਦੁਨੀਆ ਫਾਨੀ ॥ cili mīli bisīār dunīā phānī.  چهل میل بسیار دنیای فانی.  Too many desires of the mortal world. This is a continuation of the Persian Voice of the Guru's Featuring the Sikh Research Institutes Researcher Asha Marie Kaur. In this transcreation, the original Gurmukhi is followed by an English transcription to guide the pronunciation of the Sabad (Divine Word)...

" Whichever day comes, that day goes. Stay is impermanent, departure is imminent.  ਜੋ ਦਿਨ ਆਵਹਿ ਸੋ ਦਿਨ ਜਾਹੀ ॥ ਕਰਨਾ ਕੂਚੁ ਰਹਨੁ ਥਿਰੁ ਨਾਹੀ ॥ " – Bhagat Ravidas in Suhi Rag  | Guru Granth Sahib 793 Jasleen Kaur says "This sabad has gently nudged me forward, too many times to count — moved me in some tangible direction, reminded me that the hard days — the days when I cannot get myself to do much of anyt...

ਯਕ ਅਰਜ ਗੁਫਤਮ ਪੇਸਿ ਤੋ ਦਰ ਗੋਸ ਕੁਨ ਕਰਤਾਰ ॥ yak araj guphatam pesi to dar gos kun kartār. یک عرض گفتم پس تو در گوش کن کرتار . I said one supplication so You listen, O Creator.  ~~~    In this transcreation, the original Gurmukhi is followed by an English transcription to guide the pronunciation of the Sabad (Divine-Word) in its original form. Persian as written in Gurmukhi script and Pe...