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Brown Label Podcast#28: Canada's car theft epidemic. And a surprise!Gurinder makes a grand re-entry and shares his wisdom on the international students issue and the Conservatives using rising car thefts as another stick to beat Trudeau with. Daksh narrates a Bhisham Sahni story and how it fits Vivek Ramaswamy. And both of them are giddy with excitement over Canada getting to host 13 2026 FIFA World matches. Listen now!2024-02-091h 01Brown Label Podcast#27: Canada slams the door on studentsBrown Label returns with Season Two. In a free flowing conversation, Gaurav and Daksh discuss potential impacts of Canada's decision to crack down on the international students program by reducing undergraduate, college intake; denying spousal work visa; and acting against public private college partnerships. They also touch upon DDLJ, Jatt vs IELTS, Darshan Khela, and Hashmi Dawakhana :) 2024-01-2557 minBrown Label Podcast#26: Getting Canadian PR gets harder (INTERVIEW)In Brown Label Podcast's Episode 26, Daksh and guest Gaurav Bhatt discuss how Canadian govt. new decision has made it incredibly tough for international students to become permanent residents. In order boost his CRS score, Gaurav is learning French, and share, among other things, his misadventures in Quebec.
#Canada #Students #Hindi #Punjabi #Podcast #Desi2023-11-2147 minBrown Label Podcast#25: War; University tuition fee hike; Cricket World CupIn this episode, Gurinder and Daksh discuss the Israel-Hamas War (01:25); Quebec raising tuition fees significantly for international and out-of-province students (35:50); and — since it’s Cricket World Cup time — whether Indian fast bowlers are bowling well because they are eating meat, as Shahid Afraid recently suggested (51:04). Listen Now! 2023-10-311h 03Brown Label Podcast#24: Hamas attacks Israel; India escalates standoff with CanadaIn this episode, recorded on October 8, Gurinder and Daksh discuss Hamas' deadly and dramatic attack on Israel which threatens to snowball into a major conflict. This at a time when there's already a war dragging on in Europe. They also discuss worsening relations between India and Canada, with India telling Canada to significantly reduce their diplomatic presence. Listen now!
2023-10-1351 minBrown Label Podcast#23: Hardeep Nijjar's killing, India-Canada standoff, Khalistan issueIn this special episode, guest Rantej Singh joins Gurinder and Daksh as they discuss the fallout of Justin Trudeau's jaw-dropping statement linking Hardeep Nijjar's murder to Government of India agents in Canada. Tune in now! 2023-09-301h 13Brown Label Podcast#22: Corruption in Canada; Indians discriminating against Indians; Trudeau's countdownIn this episode, Gurinder and Daksh discuss corruption in Canada against the background of the Ontario greenbelt controversy. Indians discriminating against Indians. They also talk about Pierre Poilievre's recent CPC convention speech and if that means curtains for Prime Minister Justin Trudeau. And Vivek Ramaswamy's rise in Republican primaries. 2023-09-121h 20Brown Label Podcast#21: Surviving wildfire; A Desi's life in Yellowknife (INTERVIEW)In this SPECIAL episode, Gurinder speaks with Ekpreet Singh Brar, a Punjabi former International student who lives in Yellowknife and who fled to Edmonton during the recent wildfires. Ekpreet shares his ordeal, how airlines jacked up the fares up to 20 times even as people tried to flee Yellowknife. He also talks about peaceful life, plentiful job opportunities, but a high cost of living in Yellowknife. Have a listen!2023-08-2348 minBrown Label Podcast#20: Trudeau's split; Homelessness among international studentsIn this episode, Gurinder and Daksh discuss Justin Trudeau's separation with Sophie Gregoire; Homelessness among Indian students in Canada; And a sharp rise store thefts/shoplifting across North America. 2023-08-081h 02Brown Label Podcast#19: Are there jobs for US H1B holders in Canada?Canada’s recent outreach to H1B visa holders was successful beyond expectations, with 10,000 people applying to come to Canada and filling up one year’s quota in 2 days! That was the easy part. In this episode, Gurinder and Daksh discuss if there are enough tech jobs in Canada to support those people. Listen now! 2023-07-2749 minBrown Label Podcast#18: Gurinder's adventures in Alaska, 'safe' drug consumption sites in Brampton, rising interest rates.Join us as Brown Label podcast's co-host Gurinder returns from his end of the earth adventure, diving headfirst into the pressing local matters. In this episode, we tackle the contentious topic of safe injection sites in Brampton and examine the ripple effects of rising interest rates on housing. Don't miss out on this thought-provoking discussion that brings you closer to the heart of the community. Tune in now for a captivating episode you won't want to skip!2023-07-1757 minBrown Label Podcast#17: Is Indian wrestling finished, or can it bounce back after wrestlers revolt. (INTERVIEW)While our beloved host Gurinder is away, Brown Label steps into a world where wrestling meets whiskey, protests meet culture, and resemblance leads to hilarious mishaps. Join wrestling expert Vinay Siwach as he delves into the aftermath of India's wrestlers' protest, while exploring Japanese whiskey, Punjab's dangal culture, and the decline of India's Muslim wrestling scene. Bonus: Brace yourself for a laugh-out-loud tale of mistaken identity (Vinay looks like the actor Ammy Virk). This is a must-listen episode of Brown Label Podcast that will leave you hooked from start to finish. Don't miss out!2023-07-021h 11Brown Label Podcast#16: Untold story of Indian students' protest to halt deportationIndian international students stared down the Canadian govt for 18 days and won. But on the 1st night, they doubted if the protest would succeed. From raising social media game to guerrilla tactics vs. politicians, this is the untold story of their incredible journey. Brown Label Podcast's Daksh spoke with Greater Toronto Area-based Naujawan Support Network's Deep Hajra. You don't wanna miss this conversation! 2023-06-2342 minBrown Label Podcast#15: A dog running to be the mayor of Toronto; Saudi Arabia set to take over sportsIn this episode, Daksh and Gurinder discuss upcoming Toronto Mayoral election, where among others a dog -- a real DOG -- is running for (pardon the pun) the post! They also discuss Saudi Arabia's takeover of golf, and how a dreaded criminal got a reprieve that many think he shouldn't have got. Listen now! 2023-06-1158 minBrown Label Podcast#14: Wanna come to Canada? THINK AGAIN!At a time when jobs are scarce in Canada, Gaurav Bhatt, a journalist who spent a year as an international student in Canada, stood in a long line for part-time jobs in Kitchener, Ontario, in May. In this episode, he shares with us harrowing stories of those who came here 10 months ago — and haven’t been able to nail down a job yet. 2023-06-0356 minBrown Label Podcast#13: Brampton-Mississauga's divorce; Why Desis tend to settle near airportsIn this episode, Gurinder and Daksh discuss Brampton and Mississauga's divorce; Among other things, they touch upon a curious global phenomenon: from London to New Jersey to Auckland to Toronto, most Desi enclaves are a stone's throw from their respective international airports. Listen now!2023-05-2640 minBrown Label Podcast#12: Housing Minister buys yet another house; GTA Couple beaten up for buying Bud LightGet ready for an electrifying episode! We discuss the Canadian passport redesign controversy. (Learn about SRK's inspiring influence on Gurinder's renouncement of his Indian passport) Dive into the Liberal Convention 2023, where Justin Trudeau recycles an old message, sparking intense debates. Uncover the intriguing story of Housing Minister Ahmed Hussen's property acquisitions, raising questions of conflict of interest. Plus, brace yourself for the shocking tale of a couple in Vaughan roughed up for buying Bud Light. It's a captivating, worry-inducing episode you don't want to miss. Happy listening!2023-05-1553 minBrown Label Podcast#11: Why some are moving back to India - INTERVIEWIn this episode, we speak with Rantej Singh, a successful tech entrepreneur in India. Every year, a record number of people from India are migrating from India to the West. But Rantej went the other way: he chose India over the West. He takes us through his journey, talks about India's thriving tech start-up scene. Outlook of the Indian economy - which is poised to grow despite impediments. Have a listen!2023-05-0554 minBrown Label Podcast#10: Ray of hope for Jaskirat Sidhu in deportation fight; Daring gold heistIn this episode, Gurinder and Daksh discuss the new turn of events in the Humboldt Broncos trucker Jaskirat Sidhu’s fight to stay in Canada, and argue whether he should be allowed to stay or not. The daring gold heist at YYZ and the larger questions that it raises. And the curious case of a Desi MP allegedly receiving threatening messages from China. Listen now!2023-04-2553 minBrown Label Podcast#9: The Great Haryanvi Migration to the West - Reasons and Impact (INTERVIEW)In the latest episode of Brown Label podcast, we dive into the topic of migration from Haryana. Despite the state's prosperity, Haryanvis are migrating to the West in large numbers, both legally and illegally. What could be the reason behind this trend and what impact does it have on Indian nationalism abroad?
To help us understand this complex issue, we invited journalist Vinay Siwach to provide his insights and analysis.
Listen now to this special episode and join the conversation on #HaryanaMigration #IndianNationalism #BrownLabelPodcast.2023-04-1750 minBrown Label Podcast#8: Shocking! How an Indo-Canadian official stole $47.4 million!Gurinder and Daksh reveal exactly how disgraced Ontario bureaucrat Sanjay Madan stole $47.4 million (11:31); further they debate if the Canadian govt forced 2 families to undertake a fatal journey on the Canada-U.S. border (29:15). Listen now!2023-04-1045 minBrown Label Podcast#7: Death of an Indian Family on Canada-US BorderIn Brown Label's latest episode, Gurinder and Daksh discuss who’s responsible for the death of Indian migrant family on the border. Housing prices are increasing in Canada again. And Trump indictment. Have a listen! You can also send your comments here as a voice message, we will incorporate them in our future shows: https://anchor.fm/brownlabelpod/message2023-04-0652 minBrown Label Podcast#6: The Real Reason Behind Amritpal’s Rise; Random Stabbings in Toronto, VancouverIn this episode, Gurinder and Daksh delve into the reasons behind Amritpal Singh's rise in Punjab (27:30), as well as the recent wave of random stabbings that have shaken the perception of public safety in Toronto and Vancouver (16:49). Tune in to gain valuable insights.
Plus, find out where Gurinder went on vacation!
#AmritpalSingh #Punjab #Toronto #Vancouver #publicsafety #podcast2023-03-3051 minBrown Label Podcast#5: Wage theft continues in Brampton; Will Toronto, Vancouver get extra FIFA games in 2026?Another case of wage theft has been reported in Brampton; Open AI launches GPT-4; and Canada looks set to host additional games in FIFA 2026. And where is Brown Label co-pilot Gurinder headed?2023-03-2236 minBrown Label Podcast#4: An AI-proof profession; How much money is safe in banksOn Brown Label's Episode 4 - Gurinder and Daksh discuss Silicon Valley Bank's collapse, and its fallouts -- should Canadian be worried, and how much of your money is safe in Canadian banks? In the second half, they talk about Microsoft releasing GPT 4, and renewed fears of Artificial Intelligence leading to mass job losses. But there's one profession that not going anywhere. Listen to find out.
(Bonus: Gurinder takes a trip down the memory lane and shares starting what could've been a billion-dollar company!)2023-03-1542 minBrown Label Podcast#3: Gujarati fascination with U.S.; RSS in CanadaIn the third episode of Brown Label, Gurinder and Daksh share new revelations about China’s interference in Canadian politics; touch upon the report highlighting India’s RSS expanding base in Canada; and tens thousands of Indians -- many Gujaratis — crossing over from Canada into the US.2023-03-0945 minBrown Label Podcast#2: Whisky, Caste, and Fake Study VisaIn Episode 2, recorded on Feb 25, Gurinder and Daksh begin with the evolving single malt whiskey scene in India. Discuss Seattle's historic ban on caste discrimination, and speculate if Canadian cities will follow suit. Talk about illegal border crossings into Canada, and a fake College admission case.2023-03-0156 minBrown Label Podcast#1: No need to pay tuition fees upfront to come to CanadaIn the first episode, hosts Gurinder and Daksh make brief introductions (0:00), discuss the recent Federal Court ruling that said international students don’t need to pay tuition fees upfront for study permit in Canada (6:12). They discuss China's meddling in federal elections (19:31), before moving on to the biggest political scandal of the year: (Ex) Toronto Mayor John Tory's resignation over an office affair. Was it the right decision, or a betrayal of voters (34:23)?2023-02-2449 min