Episodes

  • For Pallavi Sharda, Diwali is the time to look inward

    For Pallavi Sharda, Diwali is the time to look inward
    Oct 31 2024
    For Pallavi Sharda, Diwali is more than just rituals and celebrations; it has always been a gateway to her heritage. As the first Australian-born actress of Indian heritage to lead in Bollywood films, Pallavi has navigated multiple worlds, and the essence of Vedic festivals like Diwali continually grounds her. In this episode, she shares with Dilpreet her deep connection to the spirituality of her roots and, in a world full of online noise and distractions, encourages us all to pause, reflect, and look inward this Diwali.
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    16 mins
  • Fuzz Ali's Indo-Fijian Diwali is beyond faith and borders

    Fuzz Ali's Indo-Fijian Diwali is beyond faith and borders
    Oct 31 2024
    For Fuzz Ali, Diwali transcends mere celebration; it’s a cultural tapestry woven into the fabric of life in Fiji. Growing up in Suva, where the festival is a national holiday, Fuzz reflects on how these traditions shape his identity as an Indo-Fijian artist now living in Australia. With a festive backdrop of fireworks, colourful sarees, and community spirit, Fuzz shares his journey of embracing his dual heritage and advocating for South Asian visibility. Join us on My Diwali with hosts Dilpreet Kaur Taggar and Preeti Jabbal as we explore what Diwali means through Fuzz’s unique lens.
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    23 mins
  • Ananya Anand found love in Diwali lockdown, celebrations continue

    Ananya Anand found love in Diwali lockdown, celebrations continue
    Oct 30 2024
    Diwali brought more than light into Ananya Anand’s life – it brought love. During Melbourne’s lockdown in 2020, Ananya found herself unexpectedly staying longer, discovering a connection that led to her now-husband. Since then, she’s blended her traditions with new ones, celebrating Diwali with fusion dishes like butter chicken pies and paneer tikka tacos. Listen in as Ananya shares her story of love, food, and a Melbourne Diwali that brings together everything she cherishes, on My Diwali with Dilpreet Kaur Taggar and Preeti Jabbal.
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    18 mins
  • Romesh Ranganathan: From classroom to comedy

    Romesh Ranganathan: From classroom to comedy
    Oct 21 2024
    Romesh Ranganathan never quite planned on swapping math lessons for stand-up, but over a decade later, the Sri Lankan-British comedian has become a global sensation. With success, however, came the challenge of representing his community, and Romesh quickly realised the weight of every joke. In this episode of SBS Spice, host Suhayla Sharif dives into Romesh's rise from school teacher to one of the most recognisable faces in the industry. Catch this spicy chat on comedy, culture, and breaking barriers—wherever you get your podcasts.
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    27 mins
  • Dhee: For where roots are medals

    Dhee: For where roots are medals
    Oct 14 2024
    In this episode of SBS Spice, host Dilpreet chats with Dhee, the voice behind Tamil cinema's viral hit 'Rowdy Baby' and the iconic 'Enjoy Enjaami', now making waves with her own independent music. Born to a Sri Lankan father and an Indian mother and raised in Western Sydney, Dhee’s latest single, 'I Wear My Roots Like a Medal', is an anthem of self-discovery, blending her cross-cultural experiences into a sound that’s entirely her own. From her beginnings in playback singing to crafting her unique musical identity, Dhee opens up about breaking expectations, creating music on her own terms, and navigating the complexities of social media. She also shares her hopeful vision for South Asian representation in the music industry—and why she believes now is a pivotal time for change. Listen to the episode on SBS Spice, available wherever you find your podcasts.
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    25 mins
  • Dilruk Jayasinha: Laughs, legacy and origin odyssey

    Dilruk Jayasinha: Laughs, legacy and origin odyssey
    Oct 2 2024
    The ever-hilarious Dilruk Jayasinha joins Dilpreet Kaur Taggar for a chat about his journey on SBS’s latest show, Shaun Micallef’s Origin Odyssey. In this fresh new series, Dilruk heads back to Sri Lanka, reconnecting with family, revisiting his childhood stomping grounds, and peeling back the layers of his cultural identity for Australian audiences. When asked how he thinks viewers will react, Dilruk’s take is simple: he doesn’t care. For him, the win has already happened in getting to share a slice of his life and family with the world. Joining us from Melbourne, Dilruk goes beyond the laughs as we dive into the power of authenticity and how embracing our roots brings us closer together.
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    12 mins
  • Shankari Chandran: Rewriting who is ‘Australian enough’

    Shankari Chandran: Rewriting who is ‘Australian enough’
    Sep 17 2024
    Shankari Chandran has always turned to storytelling for refuge. Now, with four novels and the 2023 Miles Franklin Literary Award to her name, the Tamil-Australian author has claimed her place in Australia’s literary world—but it wasn’t without a fight. Once dismissed for her work not being 'Australian enough,' Shankari now calls for a reckoning, demanding a reimagining of Australia’s narrative—one that refuses to silence diverse voices. How do we break through? SBS Spice host Suhayla Sharif sits down with Shankari to uncover the transformative stories that will define the future of South Asian Australian literature.
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    29 mins
  • Qais Essar: Echoes of the Rabab

    Qais Essar: Echoes of the Rabab
    Sep 12 2024
    Qais Essar is hailed as a master of Afghanistan's national instrument, the Rabab. With a rich history spanning over 2,500 years, the Rabab has endured periods of silence, but Qais believes it is at its quietest today. How does an ancient instrument find its place in today’s world? In this episode, Qais joins SBS Spice host Suhayla Sharif from Northern Arizona to explore the art of blending the contemporary with the classic and how the Afghan-American artist is reinventing its sound to secure its legacy for future generations.
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    20 mins