Death is a thing we all must do. But we are deeply afraid of it. In classically religious Sikh and non-Sikh understandings, and even in non-religious understandings, death is personified as an aggressive thing that snatches us away, drags us by our hair, beats us over the head. Follow Jasleen in her exploration of Salok Mahala 9 as Guru Teghbahadar Sahib helps us confront our fear of death and understand the lessons death has to teach us here and now. ~~~ https://sikhri.org/people/jasleen-kaur #...
Oct 11, 2021•38 min
A conversation with Dr. Shimi Kaur Kang to learn how to treat screens like food: consume healthy tech, limit junk tech, and eliminate toxins. Between video games, scrolling on phones, socializing on Zoom, and online learning, children spend far more time on screens than before the pandemic. It has been an unprecedented moment in history where children have spent more time indoors than outdoors. Psychologists are alerting parents and educators that there will be periods of epic withdrawal once sc...
Sep 23, 2021•50 min
Introducing Paigham-i-Goya: Expression of Love, new translations of a selection of ghazals from Bhai Nand Lal “Goya.” Today’s podcast begins with a recitation of Bhai Nand Lal’s ghazal in Persian, followed by a new English transcreation, the result of a unique collaboration between Dr. Fatima Fayyaz and Dr. Nadhra Khan of Lahore University of Management Sciences, Damanpreet Singh, writer, and graduate student, and Inni Kaur of SikhRI, followed by a discussion between Daman and Inni about the bea...
Sep 17, 2021•57 min•Season 1Ep. 7
Listen as Harinder Singh and Jasleen Kaur explore Miri-Piri from a Gurmat (Guru’s Way) perspective, as inferred from Bani (wisdom), Tavarikh (history), and Rahit (lifestyle). Event moderated by Manvinder Kaur. ~~~ View the full Miri-Piri report: https://sikhri.org/articles/miri-piri https://sikhri.org/people/harinder-singh https://sikhri.org/people/jasleen-kaur https://sikhri.org/people/manvinder-kaur #Sikhism #MiriPiri...
Aug 05, 2021•1 hr 16 min
Introducing Paigham-i-Goya: Expression of Love , new translations of a selection of ghazals from Bhai Nand Lal “Goya.” Today’s podcast begins with a recitation of Bhai Nand Lal’s ghazal in Persian, followed by a new English transcreation, the result of a unique collaboration between Dr. Fatima Fayyaz and Dr. Nadhra Khan of Lahore University of Management Sciences, Damanpreet Singh, writer, and graduate student, and Inni Kaur of SikhRI, followed by a discussion between Daman and Inni about the be...
Jul 30, 2021•1 hr 1 min•Season 1Ep. 6
Follow Surender Pal Singh as he speaks about how, while serving as the Guru, Guru Teghbahadar Sahib visited far-off places and interacted with many individuals and communities. The Guru faced opposition not only on the external front but also on the home front. The Guru navigated through scheming and aggressions, many times violent, with grace and wisdom. This presentation explores the Guru’s interactions with people and communities and the underlying principles that governed the Guru’s politics...
Jul 19, 2021•22 min•Season 1Ep. 5
Introducing Paigham-i-Goya: Expression of Love , new translations of a selection of ghazals from Bhai Nand Lal “Goya.” Today’s podcast begins with a recitation of Bhai Nand Lal’s ghazal in Persian, followed by a new English transcreation, the result of a unique collaboration between Dr. Fatima Fayyaz and Dr. Nadhra Khan of Lahore University of Management Sciences, Damanpreet Singh, writer, and graduate student, and Inni Kaur of SikhRI, followed by a discussion between Daman and Inni about the be...
Jun 28, 2021•55 min•Season 1Ep. 5
Fathers sometimes underestimate their role. Loving, actively involved fathers contribute to their children’s well-being and development, strengthening their self‑esteem. What's different about being a Sikh father? Being born and raised in Sikh (predominantly Panjabi or Desi cultural backgrounds) may cause fathers to relook at their own childhood experiences and seek guidance. What worked well for their fathers 20 or 30 years ago may not work with the kinds of challenges fathers face today. Our p...
Jun 25, 2021•1 hr 35 min
Join Dr. Ishmeet Kaur as she discusses Guru Teghbahadar’s ideology and martyrdom, and how an entirely new set of discourse appears on the forefront of Sikh philosophical thought that needs to be read as a turning point in Indian history altogether. ~~~ Learn more about Dr. Ishmeet Kaur: sikhri.org/people/ishmeet-kaur To learn more about SikhRI, go to sikhri.org --- #sikhism #guruteghbahadarsahib...
Jun 21, 2021•32 min•Season 1Ep. 4
Why is Remembrance necessary? Join Harinder Singh and Manpreet Singh as they discuss 1984 and explore its parallels with human rights movements today. How do we continue to push for the Rights today? What are the Responsibilities of the Sikhs and the Indian State? ~~~ Harinder Singh currently serves as the Senior Fellow, Research & Policy at Sikh Research Institute. Manpreet Singh is the Digital Marketing Lead at Sikh Research Institute. To learn more about SikhRI, go to sikhri.org --- #sikh...
Jun 10, 2021•42 min
Journey with Inni Kaur as she shares her learnings from the three Sabads of Guru Teghbahadar Sahib in Rag Devgandhari through Bhai Vir Singh’s expositions. Transcendence lies not in the wishful disappearance of opposition from without but in the resolution within to disregard and rise above it. How do we rise from the fragmented universe of our fears? How do we rejuvenate from within to attain the fullest human stature? ~~~ Inni Kaur is the Creative Director at Sikh Research Institute: sikhri.or...
Jun 04, 2021•26 min•Season 1Ep. 3
This conversation touches upon lessons and guidance to the Sikh community on how to pursue advocacy, long-term strategies, and building coalitions via both positive and not so positive case studies from the Afghan-Sikh crisis to the Farmers movement. Sikhs are a global community with a growing presence in the United States. To create influence, do we understand how US foreign policy is developed and implemented? What is the Biden administration’s approach to its foreign policy as it may affect t...
May 21, 2021•1 hr 20 min
ਅਲਹ ਅਗਮ ਖੁਦਾਈ ਬੰਦੇ ॥ alah agam khudāī bande. O servant of Khuda, the unreachable Allah --- This is a continuation of the Persian Voice of the Guru's featuring the Sikh Research Institutes Researcher Asha Marie Kaur. In this transcreation, the original Gurmukhi is followed by an English transcription to guide the Sabad’s (Divine Word) pronunciation in its original form. The Persian recorded in the Guru Granth Sahib, and standard Persian often have different pronunciations of words with the same m...
May 20, 2021•16 min•Season 1Ep. 2
Introducing Paigham-i-Goya: Expression of Love , new translations of a selection of ghazals from Bhai Nand Lal “Goya.” Today’s podcast begins with a recitation of Bhai Nand Lal’s ghazal in Persian, followed by a new English transcreation, the result of a unique collaboration between Dr. Fatima Fayyaz and Dr. Nadhra Khan of Lahore University of Management Sciences, Damanpreet Singh, writer, and graduate student, and Inni Kaur of SikhRI, followed by a discussion between Daman and Inni about the be...
May 19, 2021•57 min•Season 1Ep. 4
In this episode of The Sikh Cast, Jasleen Kaur reflects on the play of past, present, and future, the play of creation, and the importance of Remembrance. ~~~ Jasleen Kaur is a Researcher at Sikh Research Institute: https://sikhri.org/people/jasleen-kaur To learn more about SikhRI, go to sikhri.org --- #sikhism
May 13, 2021•20 min
Inni Kaur talks about how transcendence lies not in the wishful disappearance of opposition from without but in the resolution within to disregard and rise above it. How do we rise from the fragmented universe of our fears? ~~~ Transcendence lies not in the wishful disappearance of opposition from without but in the resolution within to disregard and rise above it. How do we rise from the fragmented universe of our fears? How do we rejuvenate from within to attain the fullest human stature? Jour...
Apr 28, 2021•36 min•Season 1Ep. 2
Harinder Singh speaks about the Sikh historical narratives that live in the psyche of the Guru Khalsa Panth, the flag-bearers of the Sikh collective. ~~~ The Sikh historical narratives live in the psyche of the Guru Khalsa Panth, the flag-bearers of the Sikh collective. They were told and retold from generation to generation. Two of them recorded their impressions of Guru Teghbahadar Sahib in the texts, which are contemporary or near-contemporary sources. Bhai Nand Lal Goya’s and Chandra Sain Sa...
Apr 26, 2021•1 hr 4 min•Season 1Ep. 1
Inni Kaur descends into an exploration of what connects her most to Vaisakhi and its roots. Listen as she reflects back on her life. Her words hold power, there is resonance and relation and an acknowledgment that she is still not where she would like to be. ~~~ Inni Kaur is the Creative Director at Sikh Research Institute: sikhri.org/people/inni-kaur To learn more about SikhRI, go to sikhri.org --- #sikhism #vaisakhi...
Apr 14, 2021•10 min
Santbir Singh , Sidak Facilitator at Sikh Research Institute (SikhRI) shares his reflection on Vaisakhi. ~~~ Follow along as they highlight their connection to Vaisakhi and what its resonance means to their life. Our team is delighted to explore introspectively to resonate with our audience, hopefully. From different backgrounds, countries, and experiences, SikhRI’s team is passionate to share this series of videos, “Countdown to Vaisakhi.” To learn more about SikhRI, go to sikhri.org...
Apr 13, 2021•11 min•Season 1Ep. 13
Arpinder Kaur , Sidak Facilitator at Sikh Research Institute (SikhRI) shares her reflection on Vaisakhi. ~~~ Follow along as they highlight their connection to Vaisakhi and what its resonance means to their life. Our team is delighted to explore introspectively to resonate with our audience, hopefully. From different backgrounds, countries, and experiences, SikhRI’s team is passionate to share this series of videos, “Countdown to Vaisakhi.” To learn more about SikhRI, go to sikhri.org...
Apr 12, 2021•11 min•Season 1Ep. 12
Gurpal Singh , Board Emeritus at Sikh Research Institute (SikhRI) shares his reflection on Vaisakhi. ~~~ Follow along as they highlight their connection to Vaisakhi and what its resonance means to their life. Our team is delighted to explore introspectively to resonate with our audience, hopefully. From different backgrounds, countries, and experiences, SikhRI’s team is passionate to share this series of videos, “Countdown to Vaisakhi.” To learn more about SikhRI, go to sikhri.org...
Apr 11, 2021•9 min•Season 1Ep. 11
Jasleen Kaur , Researcher at Sikh Research Institute (SikhRI) shares her reflection on Vaisakhi. ~~~ Follow along as they highlight their connection to Vaisakhi and what its resonance means to their life. Our team is delighted to explore introspectively to resonate with our audience, hopefully. From different backgrounds, countries, and experiences, SikhRI’s team is passionate to share this series of videos, “Countdown to Vaisakhi.” To learn more about SikhRI, go to sikhri.org...
Apr 10, 2021•16 min•Season 1Ep. 10
Inderpreet Singh , Board Member at Sikh Research Institute (SikhRI) shares his reflection on Vaisakhi. ~~~ Follow along as they highlight their connection to Vaisakhi and what its resonance means to their life. Our team is delighted to explore introspectively to resonate with our audience, hopefully. From different backgrounds, countries, and experiences, SikhRI’s team is passionate to share this series of videos, “Countdown to Vaisakhi.” To learn more about SikhRI, go to sikhri.org...
Apr 09, 2021•12 min•Season 1Ep. 9
Anupreet Kaur , Advisory Council at Sikh Research Institute (SikhRI) shares her reflection on Vaisakhi. ~~~ Follow along as they highlight their connection to Vaisakhi and what its resonance means to their life. Our team is delighted to explore introspectively to resonate with our audience, hopefully. From different backgrounds, countries, and experiences, SikhRI’s team is passionate to share this series of videos, “Countdown to Vaisakhi.” To learn more about SikhRI, go to sikhri.org...
Apr 08, 2021•6 min•Season 1Ep. 8
Surender Pal Singh , Research & Content Facilitator at Sikh Research Institute (SikhRI) shares his reflection on Vaisakhi. ~~~ Follow along as they highlight their connection to Vaisakhi and what its resonance means to their life. Our team is delighted to explore introspectively to resonate with our audience, hopefully. From different backgrounds, countries, and experiences, SikhRI’s team is passionate to share this series of videos, “Countdown to Vaisakhi.” To learn more about SikhRI, go to...
Apr 07, 2021•13 min•Season 1Ep. 7
Inni Kaur , Creative Director at Sikh Research Institute (SikhRI) shares her reflection on Vaisakhi. ~~~ Follow along as they highlight their connection to Vaisakhi and what its resonance means to their life. Our team is delighted to explore introspectively to resonate with our audience, hopefully. From different backgrounds, countries, and experiences, SikhRI’s team is passionate to share this series of videos, “Countdown to Vaisakhi.” To learn more about SikhRI, go to sikhri.org...
Apr 06, 2021•9 min•Season 1Ep. 6
Jujhaar Singh , Board Member at Sikh Research Institute (SikhRI) shares his reflection on Vaisakhi. ~~~ Follow along as they highlight their connection to Vaisakhi and what its resonance means to their life. Our team is delighted to explore introspectively to resonate with our audience, hopefully. From different backgrounds, countries, and experiences, SikhRI’s team is passionate to share this series of videos, “Countdown to Vaisakhi.” To learn more about SikhRI, go to sikhri.org...
Apr 06, 2021•14 min•Season 1Ep. 5
Dr. Jaspreet Kaur , Advisory Council at Sikh Research Institute (SikhRI) shares her reflection on Vaisakhi. ~~~ Follow along as they highlight their connection to Vaisakhi and what its resonance means to their life. Our team is delighted to explore introspectively to resonate with our audience, hopefully. From different backgrounds, countries, and experiences, SikhRI’s team is passionate to share this series of videos, “Countdown to Vaisakhi.” To learn more about SikhRI, go to sikhri.org...
Apr 04, 2021•7 min•Season 1Ep. 4
Pritpal Singh , Board Member at Sikh Research Institute (SikhRI) shares his reflection on Vaisakhi. ~~~ Follow along as they highlight their connection to Vaisakhi and what its resonance means to their life. Our team is delighted to explore introspectively to resonate with our audience, hopefully. From different backgrounds, countries, and experiences, SikhRI’s team is passionate to share this series of videos, “Countdown to Vaisakhi.” To learn more about SikhRI, go to sikhri.org...
Apr 03, 2021•9 min•Season 1Ep. 3
Dr. Harsohena Kaur , Advisory Council at Sikh Research Institute (SikhRI) shares her reflection on Vaisakhi. ~~~ Follow along as they highlight their connection to Vaisakhi and what its resonance means to their life. Our team is delighted to explore introspectively to resonate with our audience, hopefully. From different backgrounds, countries, and experiences, SikhRI’s team is passionate to share this series of videos, “Countdown to Vaisakhi.” To learn more about SikhRI, go to sikhri.org...
Apr 03, 2021•11 min•Season 1Ep. 2
