This month’s episode is about real ones, fake ones, and everything messy in between - including whether humans are born good, evil, or just plain petty 🤷🏽♀️ Stereotypes? Cancelled. Grandpas? Questionable. Moral compasses? Under review. 🫡 KayRay’s out here channeling Lisa Simpson, while Bali’s busy pushing her evil agenda as usual! We’ve got a packed house with crowd fave Villa back in the mix and the ultimate vibe curator Jappay joining the chaos. Grab your cha and tune in!! ☕️ FOLLOW US: Vi...
Apr 29, 2025•1 hr 10 min•Season 3Ep. 7
happy international women’s month! in this episode, we put on our pointy, tinfoil hats and dive into all of our hot takes on astrology HATERS (because mercury stays in retrograde), men's cycles vs. women's cycles, spinsters vs. witches and the patriarchy doing what it does best… ruining the vibe. grab your cha and join us as we get real, raw, and maybe just a little unhinged. because if we don’t talk about it, who will? tune in now! FOLLOW US: KayRay:ig: https://www.instagram.com/kay__ray/ faceb...
Mar 20, 2025•50 min•Season 3Ep. 6
happy love month❣️ & what better way to celebrate than to ask my love to join us this episode?! villa has a cup of a cha with us, and the tea is pipin’! we chat about his new EP ‘chill vill’ 🎶, the truth about the music and film industry and the rise of anti-brown rhetoric and racism in canada... and of course, we ask the age old question.. can guys and girls be friends?👀 tune in to hear our answers❣️ FOLLOW US: Villa:ig: https://www.instagram.com/villadt/ KayRay:ig: https://www.instagram....
Feb 13, 2025•53 min•Season 3Ep. 5
To celebrate our fav time of year, we wanted to get in the spirit and share some freaky stories that might keep you up at night 👻🎃 hear the eerie, bone-chilling tales of the creepy ex, the man in punjab, the ray lawson vampire, the hotel horror, the dorm-room nightmare and the imaginary friend.. 👀☠️🖤 tune in if you dare⚠️ FOLLOW US: KayRay:ig: https://www.instagram.com/kay__ray/ facebook: https://www.facebook.com/kayrayco snapchat: @kiranrai #ChaDaCupWithKayRay :ig: https://www.instagram.com...
Oct 29, 2024•35 min•Season 3Ep. 4
If the proposals, bachelor/bachelorettes and expectation from guests aren't already enough; we also go in about the DARK SIDE of weddings this episode. Tune in into part 2 of our episode! FOLLOW US: KayRay:ig: https://www.instagram.com/kay__ray/ facebook: https://www.facebook.com/kayrayco snapchat: @kiranrai #ChaDaCupWithKayRay :ig: https://www.instagram.com/chadacupwit ... Bali:ig: https://www.instagram.com/bsinghh SPONSORS: wardrobe by thriftezee: https://www.instagram.com/thriftezee.ca glam b...
Aug 29, 2024•50 min•Season 3Ep. 3
From wedding content creators to working in the wedding industry to performing at weddings to everyone asking us.. WHEN WILL YOU GET MARRIED?! We spill all the cha on everything from photographers to next day edits to groomsmen / bridesmaids. No one was truly spared😂 If you’re on social media, then you definitely have come across at least one brown wedding that isn’t the Ambani’s. We also give a few wedding business ideas - definitely worth the listen! Tune into part 1 of our episode! FOLLOW US...
Aug 07, 2024•53 min•Season 3Ep. 2
We're back again for a new season! KAYRAY, and an all new special co-host BALI, are bringing you a season with fresh new perspectives, guests, and scorching hot tea on hot topics! We hope you'll be here for the ride. Be sure to tune in and FOLLOW US: KayRay: ig: https://www.instagram.com/kay__ray/ facebook: https://www.facebook.com/kayrayco snapchat: @kiranrai #ChaDaCupWithKayRay : ig: https://www.instagram.com/chadacupwit ... Bali: ig: https://www.instagram.com/bsinghh SPONSORS: wardrobe by thr...
Jun 27, 2024•50 min•Season 3Ep. 1
In our final episode before this GLOBAL PANDEMIC ARRIVED ...?? We chatted with YouTube Creator @Stef Sanjati talking about all things related to the idea of over-sharing on social media, her struggle with body issues and mental health to being an advocate for the LGBT+ community! PS. Because of COVID-19, we had to shut down production for Season 2 of Cha Da Cup With KayRay. BUT!!! We are still going to create episodes via IG lives, remote episodes from home and via podcast. We hope you'll be her...
Apr 01, 2020•24 min
We bring back one of our first guests on the show, fashion designer Mani Jassal! We talk more behind-the-scenes about her upcoming documentary "With Love", produced by KayRayCo.! We also catch up on how she's grown as a designer, meeting her fiancee, and how the Canadian arts industry can improve on how they support artists! FOLLOW US: ig: https://www.instagram.com/kay__ray/ twitter: https://twitter.com/kay__ray facebook: https://www.facebook.com/kayrayco snapchat: @kiranrai #ChaDaCupWithKayRay ...
Mar 11, 2020•20 min
On this episode of Cha Da Cup With KayRay, we feature multi-media artist, Vivek Shraya. From film-making, to publishing books, to recording incredible albums and making her latest play, "How to Fail as a Pop Star" - this multi-threat is letting us know that you can do it all and be successful at it. This week, Kiran sits down with Vivek and discusses the complexity of being the token minority and getting paid, becoming a MAC girl, and turning scary stalker experiences into a work of art. BONUS: ...
Feb 26, 2020•31 min
KayRay answers YOUR questions! We cover everything from updates, turning 30, self-care routines and how to deal with loss and grieving. We hope you enjoy this episode! PRE-ORDER YOUR OWN CHA DA CUP MERCH: https://chadacup.myshopify.com/ FOLLOW US: ig: https://www.instagram.com/kay__ray/ twitter: https://twitter.com/kay__ray facebook: https://www.facebook.com/kayrayco snapchat: @kiranrai #ChaDaCupWithKayRay ig: https://www.instagram.com/chadacupwit ... SPONSORS: spacebar co-working: https://www.i...
Feb 11, 2020•13 min
On this episode of Cha Da Cup With KayRay, we talk to sexologist, intimacy expert and author of her latest book "The Game Of Desire", Shan Boodram aka Shan BOODY! Join the conversation as we chat about sexual myths, understanding your needs, what type of seducer you are, apology languages and SO much more! Grab your cup of tea and sip some cha with us! FOLLOW US: ig: https://www.instagram.com/kay__ray/ twitter: https://twitter.com/kay__ray facebook: https://www.facebook.com/kayrayco snapchat: @k...
Nov 22, 2019•27 min
By far one of our favourite episodes features Drag Queen Manghoe Lassi aka Humza Mian. We spill the tea on everything from the horrific reality of working as a veterinarian tech to why "coming out" as queer isn't for everyone. We end off with a game of Never Have I Ever which will definitely make you ugly-cry-laugh. Grab your cup of tea and sip some cha with us! FOLLOW US: ig: https://www.instagram.com/kay__ray/ twitter: https://twitter.com/kay__ray facebook: https://www.facebook.com/kayrayco sn...
Nov 08, 2019•26 min
WELCOME BACK! Our first episode of Cha Da Cup With KayRay Season 2 features actor, author and musician Avan Jogia + music producer and composer Ketan Jogia. We get to hear the brotherly duo talk about new music + new films including "Zombieland 2: Double Tap". We also learn more about the perspectives and experiences growing up mixed from Avan's new book "Mixed Feelings". Grab your cup of tea and sip some cha with us! FOLLOW US: ig: https://www.instagram.com/kay__ray/ twitter: https: //twitter.c...
Oct 25, 2019•34 min
WE MAKIN' IT TO HOLLYWOOD BABY! Watch "Tiger" this weekend: November 30th! WATCH THE TRAILER: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=E2Knr... TORONTO: Cineplex Yonge & Dundas, Toronto Cineplex Courtney Park 16, Mississauga VANCOUVER: Cineplex International Village, Vancouver Cineplex Strawberry Hill, Surrey LA: Cinemark 18, 6081 Center Drive New York: Regal E-Walk Stadium 13 247 W 42nd St. *ENTER CONTEST - TICKET GIVEAWAY* Enter for a chance to win 2 tickets to the weekend box office opening of TIG...
Nov 27, 2018•18 min•Ep. 22
How many times have you been scrolling down on Instagram and watch your favourite influencers talk about "Staying Positive", "Rise & Grind!!", "Hustle Harder" and you literally have no desire to do any of these things but you feel guilty to say that out loud? Well, we're on your side. In this episode, we bring back our guest, transformational coach, Raz Soos, who has guided KayRay to healing with her own mental health journey. Everything from how harmful these types of messages can be, to ce...
Sep 06, 2018•29 min•Ep. 21
This week's episode - we stick to the roots of Cha Da Cup With KayRay, where you ask your questions and we answer them! Everything from the challenges 2018 has brought to acting agent horror stories to struggles of trying to stay consistent -- I get vulnerable with y'all and let you in on what I've been dealing with. We bring back photographer // videographer and overall hype womxn Baljit as a guest! FOLLOW: Baljit Singh: @bsinghh // baljitksingh.com KAYRAY: insta // twitter: @kay__ray youtube: ...
Aug 21, 2018•36 min•Ep. 20
Have you ever had a summer fling that extended a little longer than it needed to be? Listen to our first segment of The eX-files, where we discuss strange things that have happened with our past relationships, flings and over-all encounters with dudes. In this case, we talk about how summer flings turn into things, why guys think it's okay to expose themselves a little TOO much and the grey area around consent. Let us know about you summer flings & tingz below! FOLLOW: Baljit Singh: @bsinghh...
Aug 08, 2018•29 min•Ep. 19
It's Wedding SZN! And although many of our listeners are probably getting ready for weddings every weekend this summer, we shared our thoughts on healthy / unhealthy partnerships, why being a wife isn't for everyone and what it's like for brown girls to challenge these traditions. This special episode, we celebrate the 10th year anniversary of Brown Girl Magazine (@browngirlmag) with the team: CEO Trisha Sakhuja-Walia, influencer / digital marketing professional Nehal Mehra, mental health advoca...
Jul 24, 2018•44 min•Ep. 18
This week, our guest is director/ producer/writer V.T. Nayani (pron. 9'knee). Her first feature documentary SHADEISM: DIGGING DEEPER (2015) has been traveling around the world for the past few years, starting difficult conversations in our own diasporas. Nayani's long list of accomplishments includes being an alum of the Canadian Broadcasting Corporation's Workshop for Diverse Creators, the HotDocs Festival's Doc Accelerator Program, and the 2017 ReelWorld Film Festival's Emerging 20 Program, an...
Jul 10, 2018•39 min•Ep. 17
LIVE FROM VANCOUVER! It's our first episode with a live studio audience thanks to our friends at @5xfest! This week, join KayRay while she chats with Punjabi superstar, Jasmine Sandlas, Basement Bhangra legend - DJ Rekha and welcoming back dance choreographer, Manpreet Toor! Listen to us talk about everything from the struggles of working in the Punjabi music industry to juicy stories from our questionable past - lol. It's a fun one! If you enjoy this podcast, hit that subscribe / rate! Watch th...
Jun 25, 2018•35 min•Ep. 16
Happy Pride everyone! This week’s guest panelist is comedian Anasimone George. She is the founder of comedy show “SHADE”, that is inclusive of LGBTQ, womxn and POC comedians. In this episode, we talk about the beauty of Pride as well as the complexities, understanding Pride’s political roots and how we can ensure the safety of our queer/trans siblings. Plus you could hear us talk a lotta shit about the recent elections! If you think we’re funny don’t forget to rate and subscribe on the Apple Pod...
Jun 11, 2018•32 min•Ep. 15
Hemali Mistry, more popularly known by her brand name, Ready To Glow, is an upcoming beauty blogger / influencer from Toronto. She is best known for making fun and quirky make-up / hair tutorials. Garnering over 100k followers on Instagram, Hemali not only shares her artistry through consistent video posts but also sharing her own struggle with body image and mental health issues. She is now working and collaborating with some of the world’s top beauty brands. This week, KayRay sips cha with one...
May 28, 2018•25 min•Ep. 14
This week, we feature Spanish filmmaker, Alba Sotorra. Her work primarily focuses on stories of genuine characters that reflect on controversial issues. Through creative documentary, she aims to open spaces for reflection and discussion to facilitate understanding of the world in constant change. The world premiere of her latest documentary, Commander Arian - A Story of Women, War and Freedom is premiering at the HOT DOCs festival. The documentary follows the Kurdish resistance in Syria and Comm...
May 14, 2018•22 min•Ep. 13
This week, we are focusing on the importance of using social media to highlight women who are making waves in the tech industry. Our guest speaker, Sarena Bahad, is on a mission to help close the diversity gap in tech, using media and storytelling as the main tool to achieve this goal. She is the Founder of the WomenInTech Channel which won the award for Best Snap Account of the Year at the 9th Annual Shorty Awards. Also as a yoga teacher and meditation practitioner, she shares her practices thr...
Apr 30, 2018•30 min•Ep. 12
This week, we feature Anubha Momin on a special episode of #LetsTalkAboutSex. Anubha is the creator of Finding True North , an award-winning blog about life in Nunavut, a remote town of 8,000 people in the Canadian Arctic, where she lived for the last four and a half years. Anubha has transitioned from writing to film and television jobs, working as a host, producer, and digital content creator on various projects with VICE, The CBC, and Netflix. She was named one of 50 Outstanding Canadians by ...
Apr 16, 2018•37 min•Ep. 11
Rupi Kaur is a poet, artist, and performer. Over the last 3 years, her works have taken the literary world by storm. Her new book, the sun and her flowers—an instant global bestseller, is an artistic sibling to her debut, milk and honey—America’s best selling book of 2017. “i am the product of all the ancestors getting together and deciding these stories need to be told” Rupi sees her work as an articulation of this vision. She’s an eternal artist. In the years since, milk and honey has become a...
Apr 02, 2018•43 min•Ep. 10
Inkquisitive Illustration (Amandeep Singh) is a London, UK based artist who has risen to the forefront of youth art and culture; creating work that reflects a new movement of self-expression and experimentation. His work is a tribute to his heritage and faith. With over 180,000 instagram followers, Inkquisitive has created a stir internationally with 13 sold out exhibitions around the world from Canada, Australia, Kenya and more. This week, we sit down with the artist to talk about his journey, ...
Mar 20, 2018•32 min•Ep. 9
Punjabi Community Health Services, better known as PCHS, was founded by Baldev Mutta back in 1990 as a community development project. Now, PCHS is known to be a not-for-profit, charitable, accredited and a Health Service Provider organization. Their mission to improve the quality of individuals, families and communities has allowed them to create programs that are sustainable to the growth and mental well-being for our community. Everything from Addictions, Domestic Violence, Mental Health, Elde...
Mar 05, 2018•41 min•Ep. 8
Rakhi Mutta was raised by her social activist parents in Toronto. Best known for her work with the hit web-series, Anarkali, which stars the one only, ahem (Kiran Rai also the person that is speaking into your ears right now), Rakhi is a force to be reckoned with. After working in community development for over 14 years internationally with high risk communities such as Dalits, Child Soldiers and Victims of Violence - Rakhi turned to storytelling. As an artist Rakhi has found film and photograph...
Feb 19, 2018•32 min•Ep. 7
