The ਸੋਚ (Sōch) Podcast

⁠⁠⁠★ Join the Ramblings of a Sikh YouTube Channel ★ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠★ Buy this podcast a coffee ★⁠ 00:00 - Introduction 01:28 - What are guestworker programs? 02:27 - What are the origins of guestworker programs? 07:26 - How do guestworker programs differ from indentured labour and slavery? 09:42 - What influences the development of the guestworker programs? 14:04 - Why doesn't the government seem to take significant actions? 17:58 - What other elements contribute to the exploitation within guestworker programs? 22:54 - What was the role of guestworker programs in Jim Crow America? 29:59 - Is it common for cases to go to court? 31:35 - How have you gone about your research? 34:30 - What are some of the benefits of guestworker programs? 37:29 - How has anti-immigrant sentiment affected the expansion of guestworker programs over time? 42:44 - What are some potential solutions to problems created by guestworker programs? 47:23 - What is the current status of guestworker programs? 51:12 - Guestworker programs increasing under Trump? 56:36 - Are there any similarities between guestworker programs and the war on drugs? 01:00:37 - Who is Cindy Hahamovitch?

⁠⁠★ Join the Ramblings of a Sikh YouTube Channel ★ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠★ Buy this podcast a coffee ★⁠ 00:00 - Introduction 01:04 - Who is John Soboslai? 11:49 - Contrasts between Judeo-Christian martyrdom and non-Abrahamic martyrdom? 16:22 - How is martyrdom reconceived or repurposed by those holding authority? 34:12 - What impact do events like Komagatu Maru, World War I, and Jallianwala Bagh have on loyalist camps? 37:45 - What are the similarities and differences in manifestations of religious martyrdom? 44:14 - The motivations behind martyrdom? 52:02 - How did the British Indian Army manipulate the concept of 'Shaheedi'? 01:01:14 - How has the concept of martyrdom evolved within Sikh tradition? 01:04:38 - A Sikh homeland in East Africa? 01:13:50 - What are some intriguing discoveries that you have made during your research? 01:22:29 - If you could meet any individual from the history you've studied, who would it be? 01:24:18 - Can you share any particularly interesting or unusual sources you encountered during your research? 01:28:26 - Is the notion of 'divinity' essential for the existence of 'martyrdom'? 01:31:35 - If given the chance, what would you ask the soldiers you've studied about? 01:34:33 - Could you share some details about your book and any future projects you are working on?

⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠★ Join the Ramblings of a Sikh YouTube Channel ★ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠★ Buy this podcast a coffee ★⁠⁠⁠ Discover the untold stories of the Ugandan Asian Expulsion with Lucy Fulford, author of 'The Exiled Empire: Immigration and the Uganda Asian Exodus'. Dive deep into the historical ties between South Asians and East Africa, from the early trade relations to the challenges faced in post-colonial Uganda. Understand the profound impact of these events on global diaspora communities in the UK and Canada. Join us on this enlightening journey as we unveil hidden histories. Don't forget to subscribe for more insightful content! 00:00 - Sneak Peek: What's Unveiled in Today's Discussion? 01:20 - India & East Africa Connection: A Brief Overview of their shared history 03:34 - Personal Touch in 'The Exiled': How did your family's experiences shape your narrative on the Ugandan Asian exodus? 05:14 - Turbulent Times: What was the backdrop just before the massive expulsion? 09:41 - Decade of Change: What pivotal events transpired in the 10 years leading up to Idi Amin's drastic decision? 13:31 - Amin's Announcement: How did it practically reshape lives and lead to the exodus? 21:49 - Rebuilding from Scratch: How did the expelled showcase resilience and start anew in foreign lands? 25:00 - Modern UK's Stance: How do you perceive contemporary British policies on immigration? 28:16 - Ugandan Asians' UK Footprint: What significant impact have they made in the UK? 31:55 - Author's Intent: What myths or misconceptions are you aiming to debunk with your book? 37:11 - Global Diaspora & British Class Obsession: How does the UK's class fascination affect the portrayal of Ugandan Asians? 41:37 - Home & Self: How do you define identity and belonging in the context of displacement? 45:37 - Upcoming Endeavors: Can you hint at your future projects? 46:48 - Enduring Legacy: How have Ugandan Asians sculpted their legacy in the UK? 49:04 - Wrapping Up: Final thoughts on the Ugandan Asian journey and its significance.

⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠★ 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