The ਸੋਚ (Sōch) Podcast

⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠★ Join the Ramblings of a Sikh YouTube Channel ★ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠★ Buy this podcast a coffee ★⁠⁠⁠ In an unexpected turn of events, Amardeep Bassey, a distinguished British journalist traveling to Afghanistan for an assignment, is suddenly swept up in a whirlwind of accusations. Allegedly committing the crime of espionage, he is apprehended by Pakistan's prestigious intelligence agency, the ISI. 00:00 - Opening Remarks 01:47 - Delving into the Life and Work of Amardeep Bassey 03:29 - Tracing Your Journey: How Did Journalism Choose You? 04:43 - What was Your Experience as a Journalist of Colour During the 70s and 80s? 08:01 - From Pen to Podium: Your Transition to Lectureship 21:22 - Television versus Print Media: What are the Distinctive Characteristics of Both? 22:53 - Stories that Left an Indelible Impression: Can You Share a Few? 25:39 - Unraveling the Secrets of Investigative Journalism: Any Tips or Techniques to Share? 30:08 - Navigating the Complexities of Data Breaches, Whistleblowers, and Journalism 33:24 - Memorable Encounters: Who are the People That Left an Impact on You? 36:18 - An Insightful Discussion with Present Day Khalistani, Bhittu 39:11 - Understanding Separatist Movements: Is it Correct to View Them as a Homogenous Block? 46:04 - Reminiscing Your Days in Afghanistan: What was it Like? 01:28:47 - The Aftermath of Incarceration: What was the Impact on You? 01:33:04 - What Exactly Happened to Naushad?

⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠★ Join the Ramblings of a Sikh YouTube Channel ★ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠★ Buy this podcast a coffee ★⁠⁠⁠ Join me in an enlightening conversation with Dr. Tony Collins, a renowned British social historian with a specific focus on the multifaceted world of sports history. As an emeritus professor of history at De Montfort University and a Research Fellow at the Institute of Sports Humanities, Dr. Collins brings a wealth of knowledge and insights into the game of football—or 'soccer,' as known in the United States. In this episode, we'll be diving deep into the rich history of football, exploring how it evolved from a fringe hobby to a global phenomenon. Dr. Collins will also share his unique perspective as a visiting professor at Beijing Sports University in 2018. Here's what we'll cover: 00:00 - Introduction to the History of Football 00:44 - What Is the Rich History of Football, and How Did It Evolve? 04:26 - The Rise of Football: How Did Football Transform from a Sideline Interest into the World's Most-Loved Winter Sport? 07:14 - The Influence of the Elite: How Did the Upper Class and Private Schools Shape Football's History, and How Did It Become a Working-Class Passion? 11:56 - A Game of Many Faces: What Are the Various Variations of Football, and What Distinguishes Them? 19:50 - A Political & Cultural Connection: How Does Gaelic Football Relate to Irish Nationalism? 24:05 - Breaking Barriers: What Are the Key Moments and Challenges in the History of Women's Football? 28:43 - A Journey Through Time: If You Could Revisit One Historic Football Game, Which Would It Be, and Why? 31:43 - A Hot Topic: As a Football Historian, What Are Your Thoughts on the European Super League?

⁠★ Join the Ramblings of a Sikh YouTube Channel ★ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠★ Buy this podcast a coffee ★⁠ 00:00 - Introduction 01:08 - Who is Daniel Elam? 01:26 - Becoming a Professor? 06:02 - Bhagat Singh’s upbringing and influence of Sikhi? 06:02 - Can you shed light on Bhagat Singh’s upbringing and the influence of Sikhi in shaping his ideology? 09:02 - In what ways did Bhagat Singh’s age impact his radical political views? 12:09 - What factors contributed to Bhagat Singh’s atheism? 20:42 - What was the primary aim of Bhagat Singh in authoring "Why I am an Atheist", and how did it address his critics? Furthermore, how does this piece contrast with the Hindustan Socialist Republican Army's response to M.K. Gandhi, titled "The Philosophy of the Bomb"? 26:03 - How is Bhagat Singh portrayed in the media, and how accurate is this representation? 34:31 - Bhagat Singh could be You or I. 35:58 - Is Bhagat Singh’s atheism in anyway influenced by the protelysing Christian theism of the British Empire? 41:11 - What were the major factors that radicalised Bhagat Singh? 44:54 - How do Bhagat Singh’s thoughts connect with the global conversations on religion, philosophy, and anti-colonialism? 48:58 - What is the relationship between doubt and anti-colonialism in Bhagat Singh’s writing? 50:58 - What relevance do Bhagat Singh's ideas on atheism and anticolonialism have in today's global political climate, in your opinion? 53:29 - The concept of Shaheedi in the context of Bhagat Singh's life and beliefs?

⁠⁠★ Join the Ramblings of a Sikh YouTube Channel ★ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠★ Buy this podcast a coffee ★⁠⁠ 00:00 - Introduction 01:32 - Getting To Know Radha Kapuria 02:53 - Understanding The Scope Of The Book 04:57 - Music And Culture During Maharaja Ranjit Singh's Era 08:48 - Busting Myths: Ranjit Singh's Debuachery? 13:52 - Impact On Musicians And Connoisseurs In Punjab? 26:02 - Exploring The Diversity Of Musicians And Dancers 31:29 - Colonial Punjab's Influence On Today's Music 34:52 - British Raj & Eic: Their Role In Preserving And Transforming Punjab's Music 39:08 - What Does The Drive Towards One Religion & One Language Do To Music In Punjab? 44:56 - Revisiting Impact Of Colonialism On Punjabi Music 46:51 - Examining The Changing Role Of Gender In Music 52:33 - Understanding The Influence Of Caste 58:53 - Nationalism, Independence, And Their Effects On Punjab's Music 01:04:11 - If You Could Meet Someone From Your Research, Who Would It Be And What Would You Ask Them? 01:07:17 - Conclusion

⁠⁠★ Join the Ramblings of a Sikh YouTube Channel ★ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠★ Buy this podcast a coffee ★⁠ 00:00 - Introduction05:08 - What factors have contributed to the contentious nature of studying the British Empire in contemporary discourse?10:39 - Can you share the spark or motivation that led you to the unique angle your book takes?15:45 - What was your process or criteria in selecting the individuals to be featured in your book?21:12 - Could you provide insights into the sophisticated and resilient societies and cultures that you've encountered in your studies?29:52 - What were some of the obstacles you faced during your research, and can you describe the methodologies and approaches you employed in your research and study? 40:51 - How has the audience and scholarly community responded to your book, and what feedback have you found particularly insightful?50:25 - If you had the opportunity to meet and converse with one historical figure from the era you’ve researched, who would you choose and what makes them so fascinating to you?01:04:11 - What are your go-to activities or hobbies that help you unwind and relax?01:09:42 - Is there a captivating story or anecdote that didn’t make the cut for your book, but still holds a special place in your heart? Can you share it with us?

⁠★ Join the Ramblings of a Sikh YouTube Channel ★ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠★ Buy this podcast a coffee ★⁠ 00:58 - Who is Sunmit Singh? 03:25 - Why were your family in Kuwait? 08:19 - Impact of 9/11? 12:10 - How did you end up getting into antiques? 16:54 - Are there any pieces you’ve had in your collection that have stories worth sharing? 18:58 - Do you have a favourite antique? 20:08 - How do you spot when things are fake? 23:05 - Have you come across anything that is not what it says it is? 24:12 - Is the benefit of the contemporary art market, is there are less fakes? 26:07 - Your perspective on the idea that everything that left India was looted? 33:06 - Meeting Narinder Kapany? 40:58 - For someone else who wants to enter into the antiques market, what advice would you provide? 46:29 - Conclusion

⁠★ Join the Ramblings of a Sikh YouTube Channel ★ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠★ Buy this podcast a coffee ★⁠ 00:00 - Introduction 01:18 - How did you approach simplifying a complex topic for young readers, while maintaining its essence? 03:34 - What motivated you to write about the British Empire specifically for a younger audience? 04:45 - How did you navigate the sentiment of imperial nostalgia while crafting this narrative? 07:05 - As the author, what new insights or learnings did you gather from the creation of this book? 08:35 - How do you respond to critics who view discussions about the British Empire's controversial aspects as an assault on British pride? 10:47 - Could you share some of the most interesting or surprising facts you unearthed during your research? 12:31 - A Light-Hearted Interlude: The Story Behind Gin & Tonic? 14:38 - If you had the chance to meet any figure from British Empire history, who would you choose and why? 16:09 - Could you shed some light on the intended symbolism in the book's illustrations? 17:49 - Why should parents consider adding "Stolen History" to their children's reading list? 18:22 - Reflections on Modern Society: Do you believe racism still persists in today's world? 20:34 - What are your hopes for the actions or conversations young readers might initiate after engaging with "Stolen History"? 22:37 - The Importance of Teaching British Empire History: Thoughts and Perspectives

Olive Branch Report - https://bityl.co/H9AV Deslippe & Stukin: How "Siri Singh Sahib" Yogi Bhajan Created An Empire - https://bityl.co/H9AQ Yogi Bhajan Turned an L.A. Yoga Studio into a Juggernaut, and Left Two Generations of Followers Reeling from Alleged Abuse - https://bityl.co/HAzn From Maharaj to Mahan Tantric: The Construction of Yogi Bhajan's Kundalini Yoga - https://bityl.co/HAzq Yogi Bhajan, yoga guru and founder of 3HO, ‘more likely than not’ sexually abused followers, says report - https://ytube.io/3awS   00:00 - Teaser 00:47 - Warning 01:21 - Introduction 01:54 - Who is Stacie Stukin? 04:11 - Who is Philip Deslippe? 07:28 - Can you distinguish between mainstream Sikh culture and religion and 3HO? To what extent is there a difference? 12:10 - Who is Harbhajan Singh Puri? 13:58 - How did the culture of 1960s America assist Mr. Puri, a customs agent, in his transformation into Yogi Bhajan? 16:13 - Were there any rumors or indications of unethical behavior by Yogi Bhajan during the first 10 years of his time in America? 18:48 - Tracing Yogi Bhajan's business empire 27:41 - What was happening with Yogi Bhajan during the 1980s?   35:12 - What's the significance of Yogi Bhajan's photo with Sant Jarnail Singh Ji, is Yogi playing politics? 38:00 - How similar is 3HO to groups like Jonestown?   46:20 - How legitimate is Yogi Bhajan's lineage? 55:03 - Who is Premka and how is she connected to Yogi Bhajan? 01:02:00 - What was outlined in Premka's civil case against Yogi Bhajan from the 1980s? 01:06:00 - What is the status of the current cases against 3HO? 01:07:54 - Are there any other individuals involved and, if so, how are they involved and is it organised like a mafia? 01:17: 49 - What is the connection between Sikhi & Yoga? 01:21:00 - How genuine is the teaching of Yogi Bhajan? 01:29:00 - Is it possible to distinguish between the teacher and the teaching and what is 3HO doing to address the fallout currently? 01:35:34 - The legacy of Yogi Bhajan and 3HO - can the wider community reconcile with it? 01:45:33 - Conclusion ★ Join the Ramblings of a Sikh YouTube Channel ★ ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★ ★ Buy this podcast a coffee ★

⁠★ Join the Ramblings of a Sikh YouTube Channel ★ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠★ Buy this podcast a coffee ★⁠ 00:00 - A Glimpse of the Conversation 01:57 - Let's Dive In! 02:49 - Meet Nandini Das: Who Is She? 03:32 - Nandini's Path to Becoming an Early Modern English Literature & Culture Professor 05:30 - From Travel Writing Enthusiast to "Courting India" Author 07:52 - What Makes "Courting India" Stand Out Among Other Books on 17th Century England-India Relations? 11:31 - Setting the Scene: India and England in the 17th Century 15:56 - Tracing the Impact of Cultural Exchange Over Time 18:15 - Mughal Decline: A Doorway for British Influence? 21:14 - A Glimpse into Cultural Practices Shared between England and Mughal India 25:24 - Religion's Role in Shaping England-Mughal India Relations and the British Empire 29:45 - Through the Eyes of Ordinary Brits: Perceptions of Indians 34:18 - India as an Unknown Entity: Was It Just British Propaganda? 38:10 - Cultural Exchange: A Mutual Benefit or A One-Sided Affair? 42:26 - Key Figures and Events That Shaped England-Mughal India Relations 44:53 - Overcoming Research Challenges for "Courting India" 47:20 - Uncovering the Role of Sikhs in the Source Material 49:37 - Final Thoughts and Insights 50:20 - Wrapping Up the Discussion

⁠★ Join the Ramblings of a Sikh YouTube Channel ★ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠★ Buy this podcast a coffee ★⁠ 00:00 - Intro 00:49 - Who is Jasmeet Singh? 04:07 - Taking Amrit at a Young age? 05:40 - Interactions with Baba Santa Singh Ji? 07:13 - Controversy surrounding Baba Ji’s death 10:30 - Baba Ji’s Early Life 17:12 - Becoming the Jathedar 19:51 - Baba Ji’s time in prison 20:09 - Accumulation of wealth & land? 22:17 - What is Budda Dal Land? 23:23 - 1980s & the political controversy? 28:53 - Establishment of Mehta Chowk 30:41 - Relationship between Baba Santa Singh & Bhinderwale 33:33 - Change in relationship between Sant Jarnail Singh Ji Bhinderwale & Baba Santa Singh Ji? 36:05 - Agreements & Disagrements between Sant Ji & Santa Singh? 38:20 - Wider impact 41:09 - Baba Santa Singh Ji’s role in the 1980s 43:25 - Why not lend support? 46:23 - Baba Santa Singh Ji’s role post-Operation Bluestar 51:49 - Baba Ji excommunicated? 53:21 - Funding the rebuilding of the Akal Takht 54:01 - The rebuilt Akal Takht being torn down 56:18 - Legacy 59:35 - Returning to the Akal Takht 01:01:40 - Baba Ji’s own reflections