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  1. #257 Judi Singh: Black Punjabi Voice Of Edmonton’s Jazz

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    #257 Judi Singh: Black Punjabi Voice Of Edmonton’s Jazz

    Send a text The story of Judi Singh doesn’t arrive with fireworks. It unfolds like a standard that sneaks under your skin: a Black Punjabi jazz singer who chose Edmonton, guarded her pace, and built a life where music stayed honest. We follow her roots back to a household shaped by policy and love—Sohan Singh Bhullar's migration under exclusionary rules, Effie Jones’s steady hand raising seven children—and see how two histories, often unrecognized on the prairies, met and made something new. We talk about why Judi turned down the grind of six nights a week, treating singing as deep emotional work that needs breath and space. Edmonton gave her a canvas to paint slowly: fewer gigs, more presence, community over spectacle. That choice challenges today’s hustle logic and offers a blueprint for sustainable artistry. And when pianist and cultural anchor Tommy Banks recognized Judi as a true collaborator, not a novelty, their work placed her firmly within Canadian jazz, not just as a local curiosity but as part of the country’s musical backbone. The Yardbird Suite threads through the story as more than a stage—it’s an archive, a meeting place, a reminder that venues can hold memory. Judi’s performances there, including a final appearance in 2017, show how spaces help a city remember itself. We also name the reality: doors haven’t always opened equally. Many of us have felt unsure we’d be welcomed. Yet the record is clear—our communities have shaped these rooms and the music inside them. The takeaway is both tender and practical: make the band feel good, let joy last longer than applause, and honour the intersections where Black history, Punjabi heritage, and prairie jazz meet. If this story moved you, tap follow, share it with a friend who loves music history, and leave a review so others can find these voices. IG: @theuniversalradio

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  2. #251 TURNing it up with Kim Long, When Perfectionism Becomes a Prison

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    #251 TURNing it up with Kim Long, When Perfectionism Becomes a Prison

    Send us a text “When your worth is tied to what you achieve, rest can feel like failure.” - Kim Long In this episode of Wellbeing Wednesday, Gurjeet sits down with Kim Long, Registered Psychologist and founder of DOCHAS (DOCHIS) Psychological Services, to unpack the complex reality of perfectionism—especially as it shows up in high-achieving, culturally driven communities. Together, they explore the difference between adaptive vs. maladaptive perfectionism, why unrealistic standards can quietly fuel shame and burnout, and how cultural expectations can make achievement feel like a requirement for love and belonging. Kim breaks down how perfectionism becomes harmful when self-worth is tied to performance, and why mistakes can feel like personal failures rather than learning moments. The conversation dives into: How to recognize unhealthy perfectionism Why “I am” language can trigger shame The emotional cost of constant overachievement Practical ways to reframe self-talk and create breathing room When self-help isn’t enough — and how therapy can support healing Kim also shares accessible, real-world strategies for setting boundaries, creating white space in your life, and learning to sit with discomfort without self-judgment. The episode wraps with insight into DOCHAS Psychological Services, the DOCHAS Resilience Foundation, and their mission to make mental health support more accessible through community-focused programs like Hub for Hope. If you’ve ever felt like slowing down means falling behind — this conversation is for you. 🎧 Listen now and start separating who you are from what you do. IG: @theuniversalradio

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