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Welcome to The Universal Radio Network's podcast page, here you can access our interviews, discussions & podcasts. Visit our website at www.theuniversalradio.com or follow us on social media for updates!Instagram: @theuniversalradioTwitter: @theuniversalrad

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#260 Born to Shine

Send a text We trace Diljit Dosanjh’s rise from Gurdwara stages to global arenas, and why keeping Punjabi and the turban wasn’t a hurdle but a strategy. We also unpack gold’s place in South Asian households as security, inheritance, and signal in a volatile economy. • Early life, first songs, and first breaks • Met Gala, Coachella, and chart landmarks • Acting craft and awards for Amar Singh Chamkila • The GOAT origin story and Moonchild Era momentum • Farmers’ protest, Rihanna’s tweet, and cultural solidarity • Authenticity as competitive edge in global pop • Personal concert memories and community pride • Why South Asian families buy and keep gold • Gold as safety, dowry politics, and rising prices • Practical shifts in gifting, karats, and coins Thank you for listening, you can hear Ravia every Thursday on 97.9 FM or through our live-stream at www.theuniversalradio.com IG: @theuniversalradio

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#261 My House Has 100 Plants And Zero Regrets

Send a text We explore how spring light, plants, and the colour green lift mood, improve sleep, and calm the nervous system. Research, stories, and simple steps show how to declutter, add green cues, and use short plant rituals to cut rumination and reset focus. • Spring equinox timing and why mood rises • Longer days improving circadian rhythm and sleep • Decluttering to release heavy memories and make space • Neuroaesthetics and value tagging in everyday design • Plant care as a pause that reduces rumination • Affordable entry points like plant rescues and swaps • Research on kids, youth, seniors and green spaces • Workplace greenery and green accents lowering stress • Outdoor parks as accessible therapy in Alberta • Simple starting steps for daily green habits Tune in weekly to Wellbeing Wednesdays with Sogand on The Universal Radio Network, 97.9 FM in Edmonton, or globally at www.theuniversalradio.com IG: @theuniversalradio

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#259 Redefining Body Image: From Trends To Truth

Send a text We pull apart what body image really is, how it’s shaped by culture, friends, media, and why trends keep moving the goalposts. We share a personal story about diagnosis and change, unpack bias around fatness, and end with practical steps to build steadier self-respect. • Defining body image as a mental model • Why compliments and jabs distort self-perception • Positive body image as protection and steadiness • Body neutrality and focusing on function • How body checking and comparison fuel shame • Culture, family, and comments that stick • Beauty trends and the profit motive behind insecurity • Personal journey through diagnosis, weight change, and strength • Anti-fat bias, language, and BMI limits • Risks of dieting and key stats on eating disorders • Scripts to reframe self-talk and curate your circle • Everyday practices to appreciate what your body can do As always, you can follow us on socials at the Universal Radio. Let us know what you'd like to see discussed on air Tune in weekly to Wellbeing Wednesday with Gurjeet Gill on The Universal Radio Network, 97.9 FM in Edmonton, or globally at www.theuniversalradio.com IG: @theuniversalradio

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#258 Punjabi Tragedies, Diaspora Memory, And The River Of Lovers

Send a text We trace four legendary Punjabi romances to show how love collides with honour, caste, and control, and how songs keep grief alive across borders. Instead of selling fantasy, we read the system that turns desire into danger and memory into resistance. • Why folklore carries culture, norms and taboo • Music as the archive that crosses borders • Mirza–Saihba re-read through honour and blame • Sohni–Mahiwal and the terror of nightly crossings • Sassi–Punnun choosing belonging over bloodline • Heer–Ranjha, renunciation, and the cost to women • Diaspora meaning-making and reframing tragedy • Why we still sing denied love and what it reveals Thank you for listening, you can hear Ravia every Thursday on 97.9 FM or through our live-stream at www.theuniversalradio.com IG: @theuniversalradio

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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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#256 Understanding Domestic Abuse And Finding Help

Send a text We break down what domestic, family, intimate partner, and gender-based violence mean, how control shows up across different behaviours, and why abuse escalates in a repeating cycle. We also share Alberta resources, practical examples, and a clear message: you deserve safety and support. • definitions of domestic, family, intimate partner, and gender-based violence • power and control as the core theme • physical, verbal, emotional, and immigration abuse • financial abuse, neglect, and confinement • sexual abuse and consent as ongoing and explicit • cultural or spiritual abuse • stalking, harassment, and tech-enabled abuse • the four-stage cycle of violence and escalation • Alberta supports: 310-1818, 911 for immediate danger, 211 for community resources • encouragement to seek help for yourself or a loved one Tune in weekly to Wellbeing Wednesday with Gurjeet Gill on The Universal Radio Network, 97.9 FM in Edmonton, or globally at www.theuniversalradio.com IG: @theuniversalradio

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#255 I Went To A Dog Park For Neuroscience, Not For A Dog

Send a text We explore how bonding with animals can reduce loneliness, calm the nervous system, and sharpen focus. From dog parks to aquariums, we share research‑backed ways to build mindful pauses and find community without needing to own a pet. • hormones like oxytocin and serotonin rising during animal contact • loneliness trends in US and Canada and why animals help • dog parks, horse sanctuaries, and spontaneous community • birdsong for mood and attention benefits • mindfulness with pets and calming the default mode network • the power of the pause for focus and energy • classroom pets supporting behaviour and learning • aquariums aiding elders and building children’s self‑care • service dogs in PTSD, hospitals, and cardiovascular care • fostering, volunteering, and accessible options to engage Tune in weekly to Wellbeing Wednesdays with Sogand on The Universal Radio Network, 97.9 FM in Edmonton, or globally at www.theuniversalradio.com IG: @theuniversalradio

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#254 Rest That Actually Works

Send a text We unpack why sleep alone doesn’t fix burnout and map seven types of rest that match different kinds of exhaustion. We offer simple tools to schedule recovery, set boundaries, and build a kinder mindset so stress has a healthy counterweight. • redefining rest as active and passive practice • the double vs half life audit to guide habits • how stress evolved and why it misfires now • scheduling rest with Pomodoro and break design • physical rest tools from naps to mobility work • mental rest through journaling and low‑stakes creativity • emotional rest via expression and safe limits • social rest for extroverts and introverts alike • sensory rest strategies to reduce screen load • creative rest to refill wonder and ideas • spiritual rest to reconnect with meaning • treating rest as an energy investment As always, send us any questions you have You can DM us on Instagram @theuniversalradio and let me know what topics you'd like to see on air IG: @theuniversalradio

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Welcome to The Universal Radio Network's podcast page, here you can access our interviews, discussions & podcasts. Visit our website at www.theuniversalradio.com or follow us on social media for updates!Instagram: @theuniversalradioTwitter: @theuniversalrad

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