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The Bridge by Sammy Chand
by Sammy Chand
Meet Sammy Chand, Your Host on The Bridge—Welcome to The Bridge, the only daily show covering the diaspora of the Indian subcontinent, airing nationally across North America on Rukus Avenue Radio/iHeart Radio. I'm your host, Sammy Chand, and I'm thrilled to share my passion for South Asian music and culture with you. A Pioneer in the Industry— With almost three decades of experience, I've been at the forefront of the South Asian cultural movement in North America. As the Founder and CEO of Rukus Avenue, I've built a company that's committed to telling the story of the South Asian experience through music, podcasts, and radio. A Legacy of Excellence— My work has been recognized with a Lifetime Achievement Award, and I've had the privilege of collaborating with some of the biggest names in the industry. From producing music for over 75 film and television shows to hosting TV shows for Viacom, I've made it my mission to promote S
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May 14, 2026 — “The Great Negotiation of the Collaboration”
May 14, 2026 — “The Great Negotiation of the Collaboration”The Bridge is available on the iHeart Radio appEpisode 533ON TODAY'S SHOWSammy Chand's Friday show is a special collaborations edition — an hour of East-West collaborations between Indian and non-Indian artists, with each record carrying its own story. The hour opens with Diljit Dosanjh, David Guetta, and Sia on Ranjha, then threads through Ed Sheeran and Arijit Singh on Sapphire, Karan Aujla and OneRepublic on Tell Me, Nas with Sid Sriram and Steel Banglez on Times, Jackson Wang and Diljit on Buck, Jay Sean and Lil Wayne on Down, AR Rahman with Shuba, Mayssa Kara, and Brandon Diaz on Jamal, Ed Sheeran and Karan Aujla on Symmetry, Coldplay and Jasleen Royal on We Pray, Stefflon Don and Sidhu Moosewala on Dilemma, Tesher and Jason Derulo on Jalebi Baby, King and Nick Jonas on Maan Meri Jaan, Sammy Chand's own collaboration with Tisha Campbell on Don't Walk Away, AP Dhillon and Stormzy on Problems Over Peace, Diljit and Sia on Hass Hass, Karan Aujla and OneRepublic on Admiring You, and Panjabi MC and Jay-Z on the closer — Beware of the Boys. In his closing remarks, Sammy makes the case from inside the rooms — what an East-West collaboration actually costs, why each one is an act of trust, and why the songs that live in that math are the future of this music business. Plus Dr. Roy on Word On The Avenue and Doyeeta Das Gupta with the Artist Spotlight.FEATURED MUSICRanjha — Diljit Dosanjh, David Guetta, Sia Sapphire — Ed Sheeran, Arijit Singh Tell Me — Karan Aujla, OneRepublic Times — Nas, Sid Sriram, Steel Banglez Buck — Jackson Wang, Diljit Dosanjh Down — Jay Sean, Lil Wayne Jamal — AR Rahman, Shuba, Mayssa Kara, Brandon Diaz Symmetry — Ed Sheeran, Karan Aujla We Pray — Coldplay, Jasleen Royal Dilemma — Stefflon Don, Sidhu Moosewala Jalebi Baby — Tesher, Jason Derulo Maan Meri Jaan — King, Nick Jonas Don't Walk Away — Sammy Chand, Tisha Campbell Problems Over Peace — AP Dhillon, Stormzy Hass Hass — Diljit Dosanjh, Sia Admiring You — Karan Aujla, OneRepublic Beware of the Boys — Panjabi MC, Jay-ZFEATURED GUESTS & CONTRIBUTORS Dr. Roy — Word On The Avenue, daily Rukus Avenue Radio All-Stars segment Doyeeta Das Gupta — Artist Spotlight, daily Rukus Avenue Radio All-Stars segmentRUNDOWN 0:00 Sammy Opening 2:30 Ranjha — Diljit Dosanjh, David Guetta, Sia 5:20 Sammy 5:34 Sapphire — Ed Sheeran, Arijit Singh 8:22 Sammy 8:51 Tell Me — Karan Aujla, OneRepublic 11:24 Sammy 11:47 Dr Roy with the Word On The Avenue 13:06 Sammy 13:22 Times — Nas, Sid Sriram, Steel Banglez 16:10 Sammy 16:54 Buck — Jackson Wang, Diljit Dosanjh 19:31 Sammy 20:36 Down — Jay Sean, Lil Wayne 23:34 Sammy 24:22 Jamal — AR Rahman, Shuba, Mayssa Kara, Brandon Diaz 27:54 Sammy 28:17 Symmetry — Ed Sheeran, Karan Aujla 31:07 Sammy 31:44 We Pray — Coldplay, Jasleen Royal 34:50 Sammy 35:16 Dilemma — Stefflon Don, Sidhu Moosewala 38:11 Sammy 38:41 Jalebi Baby — Tesher, Jason Derulo 41:03 Sammy 41:31 Maan Meri Jaan — King, Nick Jonas 44:15 Sammy 44:48 Don't Walk Away — Sammy Chand, Tisha Campbell 48:16 Sammy 49:06 Doyeeta Das Gupta delivers the Artist Spotlight 50:05 Sammy 50:36 Problems Over Peace — AP Dhillon, Stormzy 52:34 Sammy 53:01 Hass Hass — Diljit Dosanjh, Sia 55:06 Sammy 55:41 Admiring You — Karan Aujla, OneRepublic 57:31 Sammy Chand Closing Remarks 59:24 Beware of the Boys — Panjabi MC, Jay-ZBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-bridge-by-sammy-chand--6650619/support.Sammy Chand's daily radio show on Rukus Avenue Radio is the leading Indian music and culture show in the world. The one hour show airs daily worldwide."South Asian music podcast," "Punjabi music show," "Bollywood commentary," "Indian diaspora radio", "Indian Music", "Top Indian Radio Show", "Punjabi Radio Show", "Indian Radio Host", "Punjabi Radio Host".
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May 13, 2026 — “The State of the South Asian Hip Hop Space”
May 13, 2026 — “The State of the South Asian Hip Hop Space”The Bridge is available on the iHeart Radio appEpisode 531ON TODAY’S SHOWSammy Chand’s Wednesday show centers on a state-of-the-union conversation about South Asian hip-hop — and who really built the global movement. The thesis: Mumbai and Delhi’s scenes have mass, but the Punjabi machine kept the pipeline hot, and now the breakouts — Hanumankind at the front of the line — are going global entirely on their own terms. The diaspora conversation, Sammy argues, still under-tells the story. The hour is structured like a map. Mumbai opens the show with Yashraj’s Mujhe Ye Gaana Pasand Hai, setting the tone for where the new wave lives. Delhi carries the middle run through Seedhe Maut’s Pickup, Jadu by Fateh Doe and Mickey Singh, Uniyal’s Vartmaan, and Total by Rawmee Hooda — a sequence built to show the underground becoming the mainstream. Punjab and diaspora bridges arrive with Sidhu Moosewala and The Kidd on The Last Ride, Mani Longia and Fateh Doe on Hot Boys, and Sultan’s Challa. At 40:16, Sammy sits down with E The First for a 6-minute feature interview on the state of the South Asian hip-hop space — who’s doing the work, who’s getting the credit, and what the diaspora conversation keeps missing. The final stretch lands the thesis: Rawal’s Eiffel Tower, Doyeeta Das Gupta’s Artist Spotlight, Hanumankind’s Big Dawgs, and Karmacy’s Music Knows closing the hour with the argument already made. Plus Dr. Roy stops by with Word On The Avenue, DJ Geet drops into Dhurandhar, and Doyeeta Das Gupta delivers the Artist Spotlight.FEATURED MUSIC Mujhe Ye Gaana Pasand Hai — Yashraj Pickup — Seedhe Maut Jadu — Fateh Doe, Mickey Singh Hot Boys — Mani Longia, Fateh Doe Vartmaan — Uniyal Total — Rawmee Hooda Challa — Sultan The Last Ride — Sidhu Moosewala, The Kidd Mudda — Seedhe Maut, Yung Sammy Times — Has, Steel Banglez, Sid Sriram Vibrate — KRNA, Badshah Dhurandhar (Title Track) — Sachdev, Hanumankind, Jasmine Sandlas Eiffel Tower — Rawal Big Dawgs — Hanumankind Music Knows — KarmacyFEATURED GUESTS & CONTRIBUTORS E The First — FEATURE INTERVIEW. Conversation on the current state of South Asian hip-hop, the people doing the foundational work, and the global direction of the movement Dr. Roy — Word On The Avenue, daily Rukus Avenue Radio All-Stars segment DJ Geet — Drops into Dhurandhar for a Bollywood-meets-hip-hop transition moment Doyeeta Das Gupta — Artist Spotlight, daily Rukus Avenue Radio All-Stars segmentRUNDOWN 0:00 Sammy Opening 2:30 Mujhe Ye Gaana Pasand Hai — Yashraj 5:06 Sammy 5:30 Pickup — Seedhe Maut 7:52 Sammy 8:12 Jadu — Fateh Doe, Mickey Singh 10:56 Sammy 11:27 Dr. Roy delivers Word On The Avenue 12:47 Sammy 13:00 Hot Boys — Mani Longia, Fateh Doe 15:22 Sammy 15:53 Vartmaan — Uniyal 17:22 Sammy 17:50 Total — Rawmee Hooda 20:59 Sammy 21:31 Challa — Sultan 23:47 Sammy 24:03 The Last Ride — Sidhu Moosewala, The Kidd 27:58 Sammy 28:56 Mudda — Seedhe Maut, Yung Sammy 30:54 Sammy 31:13 Times — Has, Steel Banglez, Sid Sriram 34:05 Sammy 34:38 Vibrate — KRNA, Badshah 37:22 Sammy 37:41 DJ Geet drops into Dhurandhar 37:58 Dhurandhar (Title Track) — Sachdev, Hanumankind, Jasmine Sandlas 40:16 Sammy Chand interviews E The First 46:22 Eiffel Tower — Rawal 48:32 Sammy 48:52 Doyeeta Das Gupta Artist Spotlight 49:50 Big Dawgs — Hanumankind 51:57 Sammy Closing Remarks 53:52 Music Knows — KarmacyBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-bridge-by-sammy-chand--6650619/support.Sammy Chand's daily radio show on Rukus Avenue Radio is the leading Indian music and culture show in the world. The one hour show airs daily worldwide."South Asian music podcast," "Punjabi music show," "Bollywood commentary," "Indian diaspora radio", "Indian Music", "Top Indian Radio Show", "Punjabi Radio Show", "Indian Radio Host", "Punjabi Radio Host".
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May 12, 2026
May 12, 2026 — "Ground Zero: Kanwar Gill"The Bridge is available on the iHeart Radio appEpisode 530ON TODAY'S SHOWSammy Chand's Tuesday show centers on a long-form conversation with Kanwar Gill. Sammy makes the case that the canonical history of Punjabi hip-hop is wrong — it skips a step, and that step lives in California, and his name is Kanwar Gill. The hour is a full Kanwar retrospective: his solo cut Aaj Kal Dhe Mundhey (which Sammy produced), his collaboration with Jazzy B on Rambo, his work with Fateh Doe on From The Bay, and a deep cut closer with Bunita Sawhney on Aashiqui. Sammy interviews Kanwar about how it all started — when he first heard hip-hop and decided to rap in Punjabi, what the recording infrastructure looked like in early-90s California, what audience he was making the music for, and what he thought when Bohemia broke out a decade later. Around the conversation, the hour also brings Mani Longia and Fateh Doe on Hot Boys, Sidhu Moosewala and The Kidd on Eyes On Me, Azaad 4 Life's Roses and Blood, Otaal's Saun Di Jhadi, Shubh's Baller, Jassi Gosal and Jagan Randhawa on Safeway, YoYo Honey Singh's Phurr, Karmacy's Blood Brothers (Sammy's own group, with Sammy on the track), and Divine's Jungli Sher with Sez On The Beat. Plus Neesh stops by from The Garage Mahal with a preview of his show, Dr. Roy on Word On The Avenue, and Doyeeta Das Gupta with the Artist Spotlight.FEATURED MUSICHot Boys — Mani Longia, Fateh Doe Eyes On Me — Sidhu Moosewala, The Kidd Roses and Blood — Azaad 4 Life Saun Di Jhadi — Otaal Baller — Shubh Aaj Kal Dhe Mundhey — Kanwar Gill, Sammy Chand Safeway — Jassi Gosal, Jagan Randhawa Rambo — Jazzy B, Kanwar Gill From The Bay — Kanwar Gill, Fateh Doe Phurr — YoYo Honey Singh Blood Brothers — Karmacy, Sammy Chand Jungli Sher — Divine, Sez On The Beat Aashiqui — Kanwar Gill, Bunita Sawhney FEATURED GUESTS & CONTRIBUTORSKanwar Gill FEATURE INTERVIEWPunjabi hip-hop pioneer. Today: how he started rapping in Punjabi in California in the early 90s, building the lane before there was a lane, and his perspective on the genre 30 years later Dr. Roy — Word On The Avenue, daily Rukus Avenue Radio All-Stars segment Neesh — Previews his show, The Garage Mahal Doyeeta Das Gupta — Artist Spotlight, daily Rukus Avenue Radio All-Stars segment RUNDOWN0:00 Sammy Opening2:30 Hot Boys — Mani Longia, Fateh Doe4:52 Sammy5:18 Eyes On Me — Sidhu Moosewala, The Kidd7:32 Sammy 7:50 Roses and Blood — Azaad 4 Life10:10 Sammy10:48 Dr Roy delivers The Word On The Avenue 11:54 Sammy12:08 Saun Di Jhadi — Otaal 14:40 Sammy15:10 Neesh previews his show The Garage Mahal16:08 Sammy 16:18 Baller — Shubh18:16 Sammy18:40 Aaj Kal Dhe Mundhey — Kanwar Gill, Sammy Chand20:38 Sammy21:36 Safeway — Jassi Gosal, Jagan Randhawa 24:46 Sammy25:08 Rambo — Jazzy B, Kanwar Gill28:24 Sammy Chand interviews Kanwar Gill44:06 From The Bay — Kanwar Gill, Fateh Doe45:52 Sammy 46:06 Doyeeta Das Gupta Artist Spotlight47:10 Sammy 47:24 Phurr — YoYo Honey Singh50:06 Sammy50:46 Blood Brothers — Karmacy, Sammy Chand54:14 Sammy54:52 Jungli Sher — Divine, Sez On The Beat 56:48 Sammy Chand Closing Remarks58:44 Aashiqui — Kanwar Gill, Bunita SawhneyBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-bridge-by-sammy-chand--6650619/support.Sammy Chand's daily radio show on Rukus Avenue Radio is the leading Indian music and culture show in the world. The one hour show airs daily worldwide."South Asian music podcast," "Punjabi music show," "Bollywood commentary," "Indian diaspora radio", "Indian Music", "Top Indian Radio Show", "Punjabi Radio Show", "Indian Radio Host", "Punjabi Radio Host".
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May 11, 2026
May 11, 2026 — "The Chart We Don't Have"The Bridge is available on the iHeart Radio appEpisode 529ON TODAY'S SHOWSammy Chand's Monday show opens the week by naming the problem the South Asian music industry hasn't wanted to talk about — we don't have a chart. No transparent, weekly, trusted ranking of what's actually moving. And now Billboard is on its way to India, which could be the moment that changes — if they get it right. Sammy makes the case for what a real chart needs and points out that until somebody builds one honestly, the closest thing to it is the Top 20 he counts down every Friday on this show. The hour spans the genre's geography: Diljit's Morni opens the show, carrying over from the weekend countdown's No1, then new music from Marathi singer Sanju Rathod (Bangles) and Tamil singer Dhee (Vari Vari) — showing the chart problem isn't just Hindi-Punjabi. Darshan Raval's Only Mine, Kanwar Gill and Fateh Doe's From the Bay (a tease into tomorrow's interview), Yashraj's Mujhe Ye Gaana Pasand Hai, Chani Nattan / Inderpal Moga / Miss Pooja on Canadian Dream, Phir Se from Arijit and Shashwat Sachdev, Karan Aujla, OAFF and Savera, Rashmeet Kaur, and more. Daniel Johnson stops by from the UN with today's news. Plus Dr. Roy on Word On The Avenue, Meera Sharma with the Mindful Minute, and Doyeeta Das Gupta with the Artist Spotlight.FEATURED MUSIC Morni — Diljit Dosanjh Bangles — Sanju Rathod Vari Vari — Dhee Only Mine — Darshan Raval From the Bay — Kanwar Gill, Fateh Doe Bairan — Banjaare Mujhe Ye Gaana Pasand Hai — Yashraj Canadian Dream — Chani Nattan, Inderpal Moga, Miss Pooja Phir Se — Arijit Singh, Shashwat Sachdev Superstar — Josh Brar Wang — Ranjit Bawa Jee Ni Lagda — Karan Aujla, Ikky Singh Doobey — OAFF, Savera Faqeeran Live — Rashmeet Kaur Haaniya — Rumii FEATUREDGUESTS & CONTRIBUTORS Dr. Roy — Word On The Avenue, daily Rukus Avenue Radio All-Stars segment Meera Sharma — Mindful Minute Daniel Johnson — UN News Doyeeta Das Gupta — Artist Spotlight, daily Rukus Avenue Radio All-Stars segmentRUNDOWN0:00 Sammy Opening2:30 Morni — Diljit Dosanjh5:54 Bangles — Sanju Rathod9:22 Vari Vari — Dhee12:52 Dr Roy with the Word On The Avenue14:16 Only Mine — Darshan Raval19:02 Meera Sharma with the Mindful Minute20:00 From the Bay — Kanwar Gill, Fateh Doe22:16 UN News Report with Daniel Johnson27:38 Bairan — Banjaare30:12 Mujhe Ye Gaana Pasand Hai — Yashraj 32:58 Canadian Dream — Chani Nattan, Inderpal Moga, Miss Pooja35:22 Phir Se — Arijit Singh, Shashwat Sachdev41:19 Superstar — Josh Brar44:12 Wang — Ranjit Bawa47:40 Doyeeta Das Gupta with the Artist Spotlight48:44 Jee Ni Lagda — Karan Aujla, Ikky Singh51:02 Doobey — OAFF, Savera54:44 Faqeeran Live — Rashmeet Kaur57:01 Sammy Closing Remarks 58:55 Haaniya — RumiiBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-bridge-by-sammy-chand--6650619/support.Sammy Chand's daily radio show on Rukus Avenue Radio is the leading Indian music and culture show in the world. The one hour show airs daily worldwide."South Asian music podcast," "Punjabi music show," "Bollywood commentary," "Indian diaspora radio", "Indian Music", "Top Indian Radio Show", "Punjabi Radio Show", "Indian Radio Host", "Punjabi Radio Host".
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Countdown Show - May 8 - May 10
May 8, 2026"The Top 20 Countdown"The Bridge is available on the iHeart Radio appEpisode 528ON TODAY'S SHOW It's Friday on The Bridge — the Top 20 Countdown from the week of American Desi. Big chart movement: Diljit's Morni — the song he just performed on Jimmy Fallon — finally takes No1, knocking last week's No1 Shubh's Bounce all the way down to No7. Wazir Patar's Rabab climbs to No2. The biggest mover of the week is Sahib Samra's 1 Day, leaping from No13 to No3 in a single week. New entries from Karan Aujla and OneRepublic on Top Fella (debuting at No5), Rawme Hooda with Quality at No9, and King's Bulletproof at No13. The biggest fall: Talwiinder's Blues, the No1 from two weeks ago, drops twelve places to No18 — collapsing under the weight of the new releases. And Shubh's other cut, Ace, falls eight places to No15. Three songs from last week's chart fell off entirely — Jaiye Sajana, Jind Kalli, and Mere Humnaava. Sammy counts down from No20 to No1 — the songs the diaspora is moving the most this week.FEATURED MUSICNo20 Wang — Sukha No19 2 AM in London — Talha Anjum No18 Blues — Talwiinder No17 Lucky — Jordan Sandhu No16 Still in Love — Jassa Dhillon No15 Ace — Shubh No14 Yeh Subah — Sameer Rahat No13 Bulletproof — King No12 Na Jaane Kyun — Midival Punditz No11 Aroma — Diljit Dosanjh No10 Sideways — Zayn Malik No9 Quality — Rawme Hooda No8 Laiyaan — Arijit Singh No7 Bounce — Shubh No6 Eyes on Me — Sidhu Moosewala, The Kidd No5 Top Fella — Karan Aujla No4 1 Day — Sahib Samra No3 Mujhe Ye Gaana Pasand Hai — Yashraj No2 Rabab — Wazir Patar, Kiran Sandhu No1 Morni — Diljit Dosanjh RUNDOWN0:00 Sammy Opening1:32 No20 Wang — Sukha3:52 No19 2 AM in London — Talha Anjum6:48 No18 Blues — Talwiinder 10:02 No17 Lucky — Jordan Sandhu12:48 No16 Still in Love — Jassa Dhillon15:00 No15 Ace — Shubh17:38 No14 Yeh Subah — Sameer Rahat20:50 No13 Bulletproof — King23:44 No12 Na Jaane Kyun — Midival Punditz26:52 No11 Aroma — Diljit Dosanjh30:01 No10 Sideways — Zayn Malik33:10 No9 Quality — Rawme Hooda36:42 No8 Laiyaan — Arijit Singh40:04 No7 Bounce — Shubh42:22 No6 Eyes on Me — Sidhu Moosewala, The Kidd44:52 No5 Top Fella — Karan Aujla48:12 No4 1 Day — Sahib Samra51:24 No3 Mujhe Ye Gaana Pasand Hai — Yashraj54:10 No2 Rabab — Wazir Patar, Kiran Sandhu56:34 No1 Morni — Diljit DosanjhBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-bridge-by-sammy-chand--6650619/support.Sammy Chand's daily radio show on Rukus Avenue Radio is the leading Indian music and culture show in the world. The one hour show airs daily worldwide."South Asian music podcast," "Punjabi music show," "Bollywood commentary," "Indian diaspora radio", "Indian Music", "Top Indian Radio Show", "Punjabi Radio Show", "Indian Radio Host", "Punjabi Radio Host".
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May 7, 2026
May 7, 2026"American Desi Week — The Star & The Storyteller" The Bridge is available on the iHeart Radio appEpisode 527 ON TODAY'S SHOW Sammy Chand's weeklong tribute to the 25th anniversary of American Desi comes to a culminating end as Sammy interviews Deep Katdare, the star of the film, and Piyush Dinker Pandya, the director and writer. Sammy talks to Deep about his role as the lead and also delves into his work as a producer of the film, asking about his time on Wall Street and how that path led to making this movie. Then Sammy closes the week with Piyush — the director and writer — and walks through the genesis of the film, the 25-year legacy it built, and the question every fan has asked at some point: why was there never a sequel, and did he ever think about it. Sammy thanks Piyush for his work, his contribution to film, and for essentially birthing a genre. The hour also brings Talwiinder's Haseen, AP Dhillon and Shreya Ghoshal on Thori Si Daaru, Seedhe Maut and OG Lucifer on Pickup, the Panjabi MC classic Mundian To Bach Ke, Ritviz's Dha, Diljit's Morni, and Arijit Singh and Shekhar Ravjiani on Raina. Plus Dr. Roy on Word On The Avenue. The show ends fittingly with the closing credit song of American Desi — Karmacy's Passage to India, Sammy's own.FEATURED MUSICHaseen — Talwiinder Thori Si Daaru — AP Dhillon, Shreya Ghoshal Pickup — Seedhe Maut, OG Lucifer Mundian To Bach Ke — Panjabi MC Dha — Ritviz Morni — Diljit Dosanjh Raina — Arijit Singh, Shekhar Ravjiani Passage to India — KarmacyFEATURED GUESTS & CONTRIBUTORS Deep Katdare — Star and producer of American Desi. Today: his role as the lead, his path from Wall Street to filmmaking, and producing the film Piyush Dinker Pandya — Writer and director of American Desi. Today: the genesis of the film, its 25-year legacy, and why there was never a sequel Dr. Roy — Word On The Avenue, daily Rukus Avenue Radio All-Stars segmentRUNDOWN0:00 Sammy Opening2:30 Haseen — Talwiinder5:25 Thori Si Daaru — AP Dhillon, Shreya Ghoshal8:10 Pickup — Seedhe Maut, OG Lucifer11:41 Dr Roy brings you the Word On The Avenue13:15 Mundian To Bach Ke — Panjabi MC16:18 Sammy Chand interviews Deep Katdare30:49 Dha — Ritviz 34:00 Sammy Chand interviews Piyush Dinker Pandya50:44 Morni — Diljit Dosanjh 53:41 Raina — Arijit Singh, Shekhar Ravjiani55:54 Sammy Chand delivers his closing remarks on American Desi Week57:54 Passage to India — KarmacyBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-bridge-by-sammy-chand--6650619/support.Sammy Chand's daily radio show on Rukus Avenue Radio is the leading Indian music and culture show in the world. The one hour show airs daily worldwide."South Asian music podcast," "Punjabi music show," "Bollywood commentary," "Indian diaspora radio", "Indian Music", "Top Indian Radio Show", "Punjabi Radio Show", "Indian Radio Host", "Punjabi Radio Host".
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May 6, 2026
May 6, 2026"American Desi Week — The Funny Dudes"The Bridge is available on the iHeart Radio appEpisode 526ON TODAY'S SHOW Sammy Chand's Wednesday episode carries on the weeklong tribute to American Desi. Today the focus is on the funny dudes of the film — the ones who went on to become some of the funniest dudes in the scene. Sammy interviews Kal Penn, the remarkable actor, author, and public servant. Then Rizwan Manji, one of the most active actors of this generation, who played Salim Ali Khan in the film. Sammy closes the trifecta of interviews with Alaudin Ullah — aka Aladdin — the writer and comedian, who joins to share his thoughts on the 25th anniversary of the film. The hour also brings Panjabi MC's Mirza Pt 2, Uzair Jaswal and Hassan Raheem on Baby Girl, Jasmine Sandlas and Shashwat Sachdev on Mai Aur Tu, Meesha Shafi's Paisa Bolay, Diljit's Moorni, Jai Dhir's Sunehra, Simran Chaudhary and The Kidd on Makhna, Shreya Ghoshal's Lelo, and Jordan Sandhu on One in a Million. Plus Dr. Roy on Word On The Avenue and Doyeeta Das Gupta with the Artist Spotlight.FEATURED MUSICMirza Pt 2 — Panjabi MC Baby Girl — Uzair Jaswal, Hassan Raheem Mai Aur Tu — Jasmine Sandlas, Shashwat Sachdev Paisa Bolay — Meesha Shafi Moorni — Diljit Dosanjh Sunehra — Jai Dhir Makhna — Simran Chaudhary, The Kidd Lelo — Shreya Ghoshal One in a Million — Jordan SandhuFEATURED GUESTS & CONTRIBUTORS Kal Penn — Actor, author, and public servant. Today: reflecting on the 25th anniversary of American Desi Rizwan Manji — One of the most active actors of his generation. Played Salim Ali Khan in American Desi Alaudin Ullah — Writer and comedian (aka Aladdin). Today: thoughts on the 25th anniversary of the film Dr. Roy — Word On The Avenue, daily Rukus Avenue Radio All-Stars segment Doyeeta Das Gupta — Artist Spotlight, daily Rukus Avenue Radio All-Stars segmentRUNDOWN0:00 Sammy Opening2:30 Mirza Pt 2 — Panjabi MC6:30 Baby Girl — Uzair Jaswal, Hassan Raheem10:00 Mai Aur Tu — Jasmine Sandlas, Shashwat Sachdev13:25 Dr Roy delivers the Word On The Avenue14:34 Paisa Bolay — Meesha Shafi17:21 Sammy Chand interviews Kal Penn26:41 Moorni — Diljit Dosanjh29:20 Sammy Chand interviews Rizwan Manji41:08 Sunehra — Jai Dhir43:26 Sammy Chand interviews Alaudin Ullah52:52 Makhna — Simran Chaudhary, The Kidd55:20 Doyeeta Das Gupta with the Artist Spotlight56:28 Lelo — Shreya Ghoshal57:54 Sammy Chand delivers the closing remarks59:42 One in a Million — Jordan SandhuBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-bridge-by-sammy-chand--6650619/support.Sammy Chand's daily radio show on Rukus Avenue Radio is the leading Indian music and culture show in the world. The one hour show airs daily worldwide."South Asian music podcast," "Punjabi music show," "Bollywood commentary," "Indian diaspora radio", "Indian Music", "Top Indian Radio Show", "Punjabi Radio Show", "Indian Radio Host", "Punjabi Radio Host".
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May 5, 2026 "American Desi Week — The Bad Guys"The Bridge is available on the iHeart Radio appEpisode 525 ON TODAY'S SHOW Sammy Chand's Tuesday show is the second day of his weeklong ode to the 25th anniversary of American Desi — and today the Bad Guys take The Bridge. Sammy is joined by Anil Kumar, who played Rakesh Patel, the ringleader of the film's antagonist trio; Sunil Malhotra, who played Chandu, one of Rakesh's two minions; and Sanjit DeSilva, who played Hement, the second minion. Sammy talks to all three about their roles, gets them to reflect on the legacy of the film 25 years on, and in his closing remarks makes the point that's been hiding in plain sight all hour — these "bad guys" are anything but in real life. They're classically trained actors thriving in their professional fields, and on top of all that, genuinely really nice guys. The hour also brings the new Karan Aujla and OneRepublic collaboration Tell Me, threads through Aditya Rikhari's Raat Bhar and Promise, Sabat Batin's Gal Sun, the Nazia Hassan classic Aap Jaisa Koi, Zayn Malik's Sideways, Jasmine Sandlas and Shashwat Sachdev on Main Aur Tu, and Gulab Sidhu's Yes No. Plus Dr. Roy on Word On The Avenue, Rhianna with the Diaspora Rising Report, and Doyeeta Das Gupta with the Artist Spotlight.FEATURED MUSICGal Sun — Sabat Batin Raat Bhar — Aditya Rikhari Tell Me — Karan Aujla, OneRepublic Aap Jaisa Koi — Nazia Hassan Sideways — Zayn Malik Main Aur Tu — Jasmine Sandlas, Shashwat Sachdev Yes No — Gulab Sidhu Promise — Aditya RikhariFEATURED GUESTS & CONTRIBUTORSAnil Kumar — Played Rakesh Patel in American Desi. The ringleader of the film's antagonist trio Sunil Malhotra — Played Chandu in American Desi. One of Rakesh's two minions Sanjit DeSilva — Played Hement in American Desi. The second of Rakesh's minions Dr. Roy — Word On The Avenue, daily Rukus Avenue Radio All-Stars segment Rhianna — Diaspora Rising, daily diaspora segment Doyeeta Das Gupta — Artist Spotlight, daily Rukus Avenue Radio All-Stars segmentRUNDOWN0:00 Sammy Opening2:30 Gal Sun — Sabat Batin5:25 Raat Bhar — Aditya Rikhari8:38 Tell Me — Karan Aujla, OneRepublic12:15 Dr Roy with the Word On The Avenue13:16 Aap Jaisa Koi — Nazia Hassan16:10 Sammy Chand interviews Sanjit DeSilva25:28 Sideways — Zayn Malik28:32 Sammy Chand interviews Anil Kumar36:00 Main Aur Tu — Jasmine Sandlas, Shashwat Sachdev39:22 Sammy Chand interviews Sunil Malhotra51:54 Rhianna with the Diaspora Rising Report53:16 Doyeeta Das Gupta with the Artist Spotlight54:24 Yes No — Gulab Sidhu57:06 Sammy Chand Closing Remarks58:36 Promise — Aditya RikhariBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-bridge-by-sammy-chand--6650619/support.Sammy Chand's daily radio show on Rukus Avenue Radio is the leading Indian music and culture show in the world. The one hour show airs daily worldwide."South Asian music podcast," "Punjabi music show," "Bollywood commentary," "Indian diaspora radio", "Indian Music", "Top Indian Radio Show", "Punjabi Radio Show", "Indian Radio Host", "Punjabi Radio Host".
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May 4, 2026 “American Desi Week - The Ladies!” The Bridge is available on the iHeart Radio app Episode 524 ON TODAY'S SHOW Sammy Chand’s week on the show is a weeklong ode to the 25th anniversary of the film American Desi. Sammy starts the week off by talking to the two leading ladies of the film Purva Bedi and Sunita Param. Sammy talks to Sunita about her journey in the arts and gets her perspective on the film’s impact over 25 years. Sammy talks to Purva Bedi about her leading role in the film as Nina Shah and he asks her how she came into the role at a time where South Asian representation wasn’t there. Sammy is joined by Dr Roy as she brings the Word On The Avenue. Sammy is joined Meera Sharma as she delivers today’s Mindful Minute. Sammy is joined by Rhianna as she delivers a Diaspora Rising Report. Sammy has the new Karan Aujla track called Top Fella, and starts the show off with the songs called Bounce by Shubh. Ed Debray joins The Bridge from the UN news department with today’s news report.0:00 Sammy Opening2:54 Bounce - Shubh4:54 Top Fella - Karan Aujla, MerciBeats8:14 Morni - Diljit Dosanjh11:50 Dr Roy with the Word On The Avenue13:08 1 Day - Sahib Samra16:33 Meera Sharma with the Mindful Minute17:25 Eyes on Me - Sidhu Moosewala, The Kidd20:08 UN News with Ed Debray25:14 Mujhe Ye Gaana Pasand Hai - Yashraj27:25 Sammy Chand interviews Sunita Param33:07 Yeh Naazuk Se Rishtey - Snehdeep Singh Kalsi 35:58 Sammy Chand interviews Purva Bedi46:58 Ve Mundeya - Tesher, Jonita Gandhi50:18 Rhianna with the Diaspora Rising Report51:28 Doyeeta Das Gupta with the Artist Spotlight52:51 Baby Girl - Uzair Jaswal, Hassan Raheem55:58 Sammy’s Closing Remarks57:20 Gaaye Ja - Arijit SinghBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-bridge-by-sammy-chand--6650619/support.Sammy Chand's daily radio show on Rukus Avenue Radio is the leading Indian music and culture show in the world. The one hour show airs daily worldwide."South Asian music podcast," "Punjabi music show," "Bollywood commentary," "Indian diaspora radio", "Indian Music", "Top Indian Radio Show", "Punjabi Radio Show", "Indian Radio Host", "Punjabi Radio Host".
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Countdown Show - May 1 - May 3
Top 20 Countdown Episode 523 Sammy’s top 20 May 1, 2026 - May 3rd 2026."The Top 20 Countdown"The Bridge is available on the iHeart Radio appEpisode 523 ON TODAY'S SHOW It's Friday on The Bridge — the Top 20 Countdown from a week that argued the album is back. Shubh's Bounce takes No1, knocking Talwiinder's Blues down to No6. Diljit's Morni — the song he just performed on Jimmy Fallon — climbs to No2 with Tru Skool on the production. Wazir Patar's Rabab finally cracks the top three at No3, vindicating Monday's Sufi Resurgence thesis. Yashraj's Mujhe Ye Gaana Pasand Hai lands at No4. Sidhu Moosewala's Eyes on Me with The Kidd holds No5. New entries this week from Talha Anjum (2 AM in London at No19), Sahib Samra (1 Day at No13), Sameer Rahat (Yeh Subah at No14), and Midival Punditz (Na Jaaney Kyun at No12). Sammy counts the chart down from No20 to No1 — the songs the diaspora is moving the most this week. FEATURED MUSIC No20 Jaiye Sajana — Jasmine Sandlas, Satinder Sartaaj No19 2 AM in London — Talha Anjum No18 Jind Kalli — Sharry Maan No17 Lucky Me — Jordan Sandhu No16 Still in Love — Jassa Dhillon No15 Mere Humnaava — Jubin Nautiyal No14 Yeh Subah — Sameer Rahat No13 1 Day — Sahib Samra No12 Na Jaaney Kyun — Midival Punditz No11 Aroma — Diljit Dosanjh, Tru Skool No10 Sideways — Zayn Malik No9 Wang — Sukha, Mannie Sandhu No8 Laiyaan — Arijit Singh No7 Ace — Shubh No6 Blues — Talwiinder, Sifr, NDS No5 Eyes on Me — Sidhu Moosewala, The Kidd No4 Mujhe Ye Gaana Pasand Hai — Yashraj No3 Rabab — Wazir Patar, Kiran Sandhu No2 Morni — Diljit Dosanjh, Tru Skool No1 Bounce — Shubh RUNDOWN 0:00 Sammy Opening 1:42 No20 Jaiye Sajana — Jasmine Sandlas, Satinder Sartaaj 4:08 No19 2 AM in London — Talha Anjum 7:10 No18 Jind Kalli — Sharry Maan 10:16 No17 Lucky Me — Jordan Sandhu 13:04 No16 Still in Love — Jassa Dhillon 15:26 No15 Mere Humnaava — Jubin Nautiyal 18:56 No14 Yeh Subah — Sameer Rahat 22:24 No13 1 Day — Sahib Samra 25:39 No12 Na Jaaney Kyun — Midival Punditz 28:48 No11 Aroma — Diljit Dosanjh, Tru Skool 31:40 No10 Sideways — Zayn Malik 34:48 No9 Wang — Sukha, Mannie Sandhu 37:08 No8 Laiyaan — Arijit Singh 40:08 No7 Ace — Shubh 43:14 No6 Blues — Talwiinder, Sifr, NDS 46:32 No5 Eyes on Me — Sidhu Moosewala, The Kidd 49:06 No4 Mujhe Ye Gaana Pasand Hai — Yashraj 51:50 No3 Rabab — Wazir Patar, Kiran Sandhu 54:20 No2 Morni — Diljit Dosanjh, Tru Skool 57:37 No1 Bounce — ShubhBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-bridge-by-sammy-chand--6650619/support.Sammy Chand's daily radio show on Rukus Avenue Radio is the leading Indian music and culture show in the world. The one hour show airs daily worldwide."South Asian music podcast," "Punjabi music show," "Bollywood commentary," "Indian diaspora radio", "Indian Music", "Top Indian Radio Show", "Punjabi Radio Show", "Indian Radio Host", "Punjabi Radio Host".
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April 29, 2026 "Raaginder visits The Bridge"The Bridge is available on the iHeart Radio appEpisode 521ON TODAY'S SHOW Sammy Chand opens Wednesday's hour with Diljit Dosanjh's Morni — a nod to the Jimmy Fallon Show performance from a couple of nights ago that has the diaspora talking. From there the show moves through the new sound of the moment: Yashraj's Mujhe Ye Gaana Pasand Hai, Shubh's Bounce, Talwiinder's Blues, Jassa Dhillon, Aditya Rikhari, Rawme Hooda, Amrit Randhawa, Arijit Singh's Lutt Putt Gaya. The feature today is Sammy's interview with Raaginder — the violinist, producer, and now vocalist — previewing his brand new song Douloveme. Sammy talks to him about the different layers of his career, the move from musician to producer to singer, and what it took to step up to the mic for the first time. Plus the Rukus Avenue Radio Allstars: Doyeeta with an Artist Spotlight on Talwiinder, Dr. Roy on Word On The Avenue with the latest in film and events, and Rhianna with the Diaspora Rising Report. Aashi Arora stops by to preview her new show, Leaders Creating Rukus. FEATURED MUSIC Morni — Diljit Dosanjh Mujhe Ye Gaana Pasand Hai — Yashraj Bounce — Shubh Blues — Talwiinder Still in Love — Jassa Dhillon Promise — Aditya Rikhari Total — Rawme Hooda Nike — Amrit Randhawa Lutt Putt Gaya — Arijit Singh Douloveme — Raaginder Paisa Bolay — Meesha Shafi Gehra Hua — Arijit Singh Pal Pal — Talwiinder, Afusic Sapphire — Ed Sheeran, Arijit SinghFEATURED GUESTS & CONTRIBUTORSRaaginder — Feature interview. Violinist, producer, and now vocalist previewing his new single Douloveme Dr. Roy — Word On The Avenue, daily Rukus Avenue Radio All-Stars segment Aashi Arora — Previews her new show, Leaders Creating Rukus Rhianna — Diaspora Rising, daily diaspora segment Doyeeta — Artist Spotlight on Talwiinder, daily Rukus Avenue Radio All-Stars segment RUNDOWN 0:00 Sammy's opening 2:30 Morni — Diljit Dosanjh 5:56 Mujhe Ye Gaana Pasand Hai — Yashraj 8:44 Bounce — Shubh 11:06 Dr Roy with the Word On The Avenue 12:26 Blues — Talwiinder 15:54 Aashi Arora previews Leaders Creating Rukus 16:14 Still in Love — Jassa Dhillon 18:36 Promise — Aditya Rikhari 21:58 Total — Rawme Hooda 25:48 Nike — Amrit Randhawa 28:22 Lutt Putt Gaya — Arijit Singh 31:50 Sammy Chand interviews Raaginder 39:52 Douloveme — Raaginder 44:00 Paisa Bolay — Meesha Shafi 47:36 Rhianna delivers the Diaspora Rising Report 48:54 Gehra Hua — Arijit Singh 54:58 Doyeeta with the Artist Spotlight (on Talwiinder) 55:38 Pal Pal — Talwiinder, Afusic 58:42 Sammy closes the show 59:16 Sapphire — Ed Sheeran, Arijit SinghLISTEN TO THE SHOW iHeart — iheart.com/podcast/53-the-bridge-sammy-chand-240845839/ Apple Podcasts — podcasts.apple.com/podcast/the-bridge-sammy-chand/id1819531039 Spotify — open.spotify.com/show/3PUPeB45JBJ6CxDXTudsHo Amazon Music — music.amazon.com/podcasts/8c38c055-d095-47dd-8a46-897ad0bbd529/ YouTube — youtube.com/@TheBridgeBySammyChand RA Radio — rukusavenueradio.com FOLLOW THE MOVEMENT Sammy IG — @sammychand Sammy X — @SammyChand Rukus Ave IG — @rukusavenue RA Radio IG — @rukusavenueradio TikTok — @rukusavenue Email — [email protected] a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-bridge-by-sammy-chand--6650619/support.Sammy Chand's daily radio show on Rukus Avenue Radio is the leading Indian music and culture show in the world. The one hour show airs daily worldwide."South Asian music podcast," "Punjabi music show," "Bollywood commentary," "Indian diaspora radio", "Indian Music", "Top Indian Radio Show", "Punjabi Radio Show", "Indian Radio Host", "Punjabi Radio Host".
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April 29, 2026
April 29, 2026 “The Album is Back!”The Bridge is available on the iHeart Radio app Episode 521ON TODAY'S SHOWWednesday's hour on The Bridge is Sammy's case that the album isn't dead — Punjabi music decided that, and it's why the genre is winning right now. Diljit's Call of Panjab dropped a week ago — Aroma and Truck on the show. Shubh's Chapter 4 IV dropped the week before — Bounce on the show. AP Dhillon's Brownprint, in album sequence. Karan Aujla's run is album-cycled. The argument is simple: the algorithm wanted us to forget how to sit with twelve songs in a row, and Punjab didn't. DJ Geet pulls her Track of the Week. Sammy chats with E The First on the American hip-hop parallel — Kendrick, Tyler, and why the album came back over there too. Dr. Roy on Word on the Avenue, Rhianna on Diaspora Rising, and Doyeeta with the Artist Spotlight.FEATURED MUSIC Aroma — Diljit Dosanjh Bounce — Shubh Sideways — Zayn Malik Phir Se — Arijit Singh, Shashwat Sachdev Akh Dasdi — Raf Saperra Sapphire — Ed Sheeran, Arijit Singh Brownprint — AP Dhillon Vancouver — Cheema Y, Gur Sidhu Wang — Sukha, Mannie Sandhu Wow — Tanishq Bagchi Truck — Diljit Dosanjh Iss Tarah — Chaar Diwaari Tunnel Vision — Talwiinder, NDS Jatt Ho Giya Sharabee — Panjabi MCFEATURED GUESTS & CONTRIBUTORS Dr. Roy — Word on the Avenue, daily Rukus Avenue Radio All-Stars segment DJ Geet — Track of the Week E The First — American hip-hop perspective. Today: Kendrick, Tyler, and why the album came back Rhianna — Diaspora Rising, daily diaspora segment Doyeeta — Artist Spotlight, daily Rukus Avenue Radio All-Stars segmentRUNDOWN 0:00 Sammy Chand Opening 2:30 Aroma — Diljit Dosanjh 5:40 Bounce — Shubh 8:12 Sideways — Zayn Malik 11:28 Word On The Avenue with Dr Roy 13:10 Phir Se — Arijit Singh, Shashwat Sachdev 19:04 Akh Dasdi — Raf Saperra 21:54 Sapphire — Ed Sheeran, Arijit Singh 24:57 Brownprint — AP Dhillon 27:08 Vancouver — Cheema Y, Gur Sidhu 29:54 Wang — Sukha, Mannie Sandhu 32:20 DJ Geet breaks down the song of the week 33:10 Wow — Tanishq Bagchi 36:00 Truck — Diljit Dosanjh 39:20 Sammy chats with E The First — the American hip-hop parallel (Kendrick, Tyler, the album's return) 45:16 Iss Tarah — Chaar Diwaari 50:12 Diaspora Rising with Rhianna 52:02 Doyeeta with the Artist Spotlight 52:42 Tunnel Vision — Talwiinder, NDS 56:32 Sammy Closing Remarks 57:45 Jatt Ho Giya Sharabee — Panjabi MCLISTEN TO THE SHOW iHeart — iheart.com/podcast/53-the-bridge-sammy-chand-240845839/ Apple Podcasts — podcasts.apple.com/podcast/the-bridge-sammy-chand/id1819531039 Spotify — open.spotify.com/show/3PUPeB45JBJ6CxDXTudsHo Amazon Music — music.amazon.com/podcasts/8c38c055-d095-47dd-8a46-897ad0bbd529/ YouTube — youtube.com/@TheBridgeBySammyChand RA Radio — rukusavenueradio.comFOLLOW THE MOVEMENT Sammy IG — @sammychand Sammy X — @SammyChand Rukus Ave IG — @rukusavenue RA Radio IG — @rukusavenueradio TikTok — @rukusavenue Email — [email protected] a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-bridge-by-sammy-chand--6650619/support.Sammy Chand's daily radio show on Rukus Avenue Radio is the leading Indian music and culture show in the world. The one hour show airs daily worldwide."South Asian music podcast," "Punjabi music show," "Bollywood commentary," "Indian diaspora radio", "Indian Music", "Top Indian Radio Show", "Punjabi Radio Show", "Indian Radio Host", "Punjabi Radio Host".
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April 28, 2026 "The Producer Era"The Bridge is available on the iHeart Radio appEpisode 520ON TODAY'S SHOWTuesday's hour on The Bridge is Sammy's case that the actual author of the 2026 South Asian sound isn't the singer — it's the producer. Tru Skool on Diljit's Morni and Kharku. Shashwat Sachdev on Phir Se. Pritam under Lutt Putt Gaya. Gur Sidhu on Haji Mastan. AR Rahman on Sunhari Kirne. Steel Banglez on Times. Shankar Ehsaan Loy on Good For Nothing. All the way back to Bally Sagoo's Chura Liya. Sammy spins the songs and tells you who built them. Plus the film and pop culture beat: Jaya brings the Hollywood news — the White House Correspondents' Dinner, the Helena Bonham Carter exit from White Lotus, and Michael Jackson — and Anushka Arora reports from Indian cinema. Dr. Roy on Word on the Avenue, Rhianna on Diaspora Rising, and Doyeeta Das Gupta with the Artist Spotlight.FEATURED MUSICMorni — Diljit Dosanjh, Tru SkoolKharku — Diljit Dosanjh, Tru SkoolPhir Se — Arijit Singh, Shashwat SachdevRanjha — Diljit Dosanjh, Sia, David GuettaGaani — Talwiinder, NDS, SifrLutt Putt Gaya — Arijit Singh, PritamHaji Mastan — Cheema Y, Gur SidhuSunhari Kirne — Arijit Singh, AR RahmanTimes — Steel Banglez, Was, Sid SriramFor A Reason — Karan AujlaGood For Nothing — Shankar Ehsaan LoyBlockbuster — Faris Shafi, Umair Butt, Gharvi GroupChura Liya — Bally SagooFEATURED GUESTS & CONTRIBUTORSDr. Roy — Word on the Avenue, daily Rukus Avenue Radio All-Stars segmentJaya — Hollywood news correspondent. Today: White House Correspondents' Dinner; Helena Bonham Carter's exit from White Lotus; Michael JacksonAnushka Arora — Indian cinema correspondentRhianna — Diaspora Rising, daily diaspora segmentDoyeeta Das Gupta — Artist Spotlight, daily Rukus Avenue Radio All-Stars segmentRUNDOWN0:00 Sammy Opening2:30 Morni — Diljit Dosanjh, Tru Skool5:58 Kharku — Diljit Dosanjh, Tru Skool9:26 Phir Se — Arijit Singh, Shashwat Sachdev15:36 Word On The Avenue with Dr Roy16:42 Ranjha — Diljit, Sia, David Guetta19:50 Gaani — Talwiinder, NDS, Sifr21:56 Lutt Putt Gaya — Arijit Singh, Pritam25:34 Haji Mastan — Cheema Y, Gur Sidhu28:20 Sunhari Kirne — Arijit Singh, AR Rahman32:30 Times — Steel Banglez, Was, Sid Sriram35:30 Sammy chats with Jaya — Hollywood news (WHCD, White Lotus / Helena Bonham Carter, Michael Jackson)43:06 For A Reason — Karan Aujla45:54 Sammy chats with Anushka Arora — Indian cinema news47:36 Good For Nothing — Shankar Ehsaan Loy51:04 Diaspora Rising with Rhianna52:46 Doyeeta Das Gupta with the Artist Spotlight53:44 Blockbuster — Faris Shafi, Umair Butt, Gharvi Group58:08 Sammy Closing Thoughts59:28 Chura Liya — Bally SagooLISTEN TO THE SHOWiHeart — iheart.com/podcast/53-the-bridge-sammy-chand-240845839/Apple Podcasts — podcasts.apple.com/podcast/the-bridge-sammy-chand/id1819531039Spotify — open.spotify.com/show/3PUPeB45JBJ6CxDXTudsHoAmazon Music — music.amazon.com/podcasts/8c38c055-d095-47dd-8a46-897ad0bbd529/YouTube — youtube.com/@TheBridgeBySammyChandRA Radio — rukusavenueradio.comFOLLOW THE MOVEMENTSammy IG — @sammychandSammy X — @SammyChandRukus Ave IG — @rukusavenueRA Radio IG — @rukusavenueradioTikTok — @rukusavenueEmail — [email protected] a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-bridge-by-sammy-chand--6650619/support.Sammy Chand's daily radio show on Rukus Avenue Radio is the leading Indian music and culture show in the world. The one hour show airs daily worldwide."South Asian music podcast," "Punjabi music show," "Bollywood commentary," "Indian diaspora radio", "Indian Music", "Top Indian Radio Show", "Punjabi Radio Show", "Indian Radio Host", "Punjabi Radio Host".
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April 27, 2026
April 27, 2026 “The Sufi Resurgence”The Bridge is available on the iHeart Radio appEpisode 519ON TODAY'S SHOWSammy Chand opens the new week with an argument — the sound winning right now in South Asian musicisn't the loudest one, it's the deepest. Monday on The Bridge moves from Wazir Patar's quiet revolution andTalwiinder's ambient Punjab to the Faheem Abdullah and AR Rahman crossover, then climbs all the wayback to the Sufi canon — Satinder Sartaaj's Sajjan Raazi, AR Rahman's Kun Faaya Kun, Atif Aslam's TajdarE Haram, and Nusrat Fateh Ali Khan himself on the send-off. Sammy is also joined by comedian MonaShaikh, one of the four hosts of Indian Standard Time — the new show debuting Thursday morning withRama Vallury, Akshay Oberoi, and Kubbra Sait. Meera Sharma stops by for the Mindful Minute. DanielJohnson reports from the United Nations. Dr. Roy and Rhianna anchor the show.FEATURED MUSICBlues Talwiinder, NDS, SifrAawaara Angara Faheem Abdullah, AR RahmanRabab Wazir PatarHaseen TalwiinderHaaniya RumiiSajjan Raazi Satinder SartaajKun Faaya Kun AR RahmanTajdar E Haram Atif AslamYa Gaus Ya Meeran Nusrat Fateh Ali KhanFEATURED GUESTS & CONTRIBUTORSMona Shaikh Comedian. Co-host of Indian Standard Time, debuting Thursday morning with RamaVallury, Akshay Oberoi, and Kubbra Sait.Dr. Roy Word on the Avenue — daily Rukus Avenue Radio All-Stars segment.Meera Sharma Mindful Minute. Founder of The Sass Life.Daniel Johnson United Nations News.Rhianna Diaspora Rising — daily diaspora segment.2:30 Blues - Talwiinder, NDS, Sifr5:54 Aawaara Angara - Faheem Abdullah, AR Rahman11:02 Rabab - Wazir Patar13:38 Word on the Avenue with Dr Roy15:04 Haseen - Talwiinder18:00 Meera Sharma Mindful Minute18:56 Haaniya - Rumii21:48 UN News with Daniel Johnson26:45 Sajjan Raazi - Satinder Sartaaj32:05 Sammy interviews Mona Shaikh38:18 Kun Faaya Kun - AR Rahman46:18 Diaspora Rising with Rhiana47:16 Tajdar E Haram - Atif Aslam57:40 Ya Gaus Ya Meeran - Nusrat Fateh Ali KhanBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-bridge-by-sammy-chand--6650619/support.Sammy Chand's daily radio show on Rukus Avenue Radio is the leading Indian music and culture show in the world. The one hour show airs daily worldwide."South Asian music podcast," "Punjabi music show," "Bollywood commentary," "Indian diaspora radio", "Indian Music", "Top Indian Radio Show", "Punjabi Radio Show", "Indian Radio Host", "Punjabi Radio Host".
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Countdown Show - April 24 - April 26
The Bridge is available on the iHeart Radio appEpisode 513Sammy Counts down the best 20 songs across his show. He’s got the latest from the Diljit album that took the culture by storm this week, along with Shubh’s album from the week before. The number 1 song is a different one than last week, and it’s an artist that has been there more than anyone on The Bridge.0:00 Sammy Opens the Show2:22 Canadian Dream - Inderpal Moga, Chani Nattan, Miss Pooja4:46 Coast 2 Coast - Jazzy B, AR Paisley, Chani Nattan7:10 Mere Humnava - Joubin Nautyal 10:36 Jaiye Sajana - Jasmine Sandlas, Satinder Sartaaj, Shaswat Sachdev12:58 Na Jaaney Kyun - Midival Punditz 16:08 Lucky Me - Jordan Sandhu18:56 Still In Love - Jassa Dhillon21:08 Sharry Maan24:22 Jab Talak - Pritam, Arijit Singh, Amitabh Bhatacharya25:56 Mujhe Ye Gaana Pasand Hai - Yashraj28:40 Phir Se - Arijit Singh, Shashwat Sachdev34:05 Rabab - Wazir Patar36:26 Wang - Sukha, Mannie Sandhu38:44 Ace - Shubh41:24 Laiyaan - Arijit Singh44:51 Morni - Diljit Dosanjh48:08 Sideways - Zayn Malik51:16 Aroma - Diljit Dosanjh54:22 Bounce - Shubh56:40 Blues - Talwiinder, NDS, SifrBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-bridge-by-sammy-chand--6650619/support.Sammy Chand's daily radio show on Rukus Avenue Radio is the leading Indian music and culture show in the world. The one hour show airs daily worldwide."South Asian music podcast," "Punjabi music show," "Bollywood commentary," "Indian diaspora radio", "Indian Music", "Top Indian Radio Show", "Punjabi Radio Show", "Indian Radio Host", "Punjabi Radio Host".
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The Bridge is available on the iHeart Radio appEpisode 517Sammy’s got a special edition of the The Bridge as he previews the brand new Diljit Dosanjh EP that dropped this morning. It’s called The call of Panjab and it’s a four song collection that really showcases the best of producer Tru Skool’s work. Sammy also does something he’s never done before, he re-airs an interview from last week with Akaash Singh. Sammy shares his conversation with Akaash and how he let Akaash know that he’d ask some personal questions. Sammy is joined by Sunny Grewal as he talks to him about Festivals and the future of the institution. Sammy is joined by Aashi Arora ahead of her show this Sunday on Rukus Avenue Radio. Sammy is joined by the Rukus Avenue Radio Allstars.0:00 Sammy opening2:30 Morni - Diljit Dosanjh5:54 Bounce - Shubh8:16 Lucky Me - Jordan Sandhu11:28 Dr Roy with the Word On The Avenue12:34 Mujhe Ye Gaana Pasand Hai - Yashraj15:28 Aashi Arora15:56 Promise - Aditya Richard19:18 Haaniya - Rumii22:10 Beautiful Day - Wazir Patar24:38 Sammy Chand interviews Akaash Singh (reair)32:58 Total - Rawme Hooda36:46 Jaiye Sajana - Jasmine Sandlas, Satinder Sartaaj, Sashwat Sachdev39:40 Sammy Interviews Sunny Grewal45:02 Baby Girl - Uzair Jaswal, Hassan Raheem49:24 Rhianna delivers the Diaspora Rising Report50:22 Haan Da - Diljit Dosanjh54:18 Aroma - Diljit Dosanjh57:10 Sammy Closing Remarks57:28 Jeona Morh - Diljit DosanjhBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-bridge-by-sammy-chand--6650619/support.Sammy Chand's daily radio show on Rukus Avenue Radio is the leading Indian music and culture show in the world. The one hour show airs daily worldwide."South Asian music podcast," "Punjabi music show," "Bollywood commentary," "Indian diaspora radio", "Indian Music", "Top Indian Radio Show", "Punjabi Radio Show", "Indian Radio Host", "Punjabi Radio Host".
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April 22, 2026
The Bridge is available on the iHeart Radio appEpisode 516Sammy Chand’s Wednesday episode features an interview with Short Film maker Fatima Liaqat on the show. She’s at the festival for her film Plain Folks. Sammy and Fatima discuss the process of film making and what it takes to get to make a feature film. Sammy is joined by E The First as he does every Wednesday, the two of them talk about the Neon issue at the Nagar Kirtan in Vancouver. Sammy is joined by DJ Geet as she talks about the song called Jab Talak. Dj Geet provides the weekly song review. Sammy is joined by Rohit as he talks about his show called Know Gurbani that airs on Rukus Avenue Radio. Sammy is joined by the Rukus Avenue Allstars, Rhianna, Dr Roy, and Doyeeta. Lots of great music, as Sammy kicks off the show with a song by Wazir Patar called Rabab.2:30 Rabab - Wazir Patar5:36 Laiyaan - Arijit Singh9:08 Moves - Shubh11:48 Dr Roy with the Word On The Avenue13:04 Judge - Amrinder Gill, Dr Zeus15:20 Rohit Bhatia17:18 Sideways - Zayn Malik20:22 DJ Geet21:30 Jab Talak - Pritam, Arijit Singh, Amitabh Battacharya23:09 Blues - Talwiinder, NDS, Sifr26:26 Main Aur Tu - Jasmine Sandlas, Shashwat Sachdev29:06 Interview with Fatima Liaqat37:18 Ranjha - Diljit, Sia, David Guetta40:10 Interview with E The First45:28 Mundran - AS Kullar, Harry Pannu48:50 Rhianna49:52 Dhol Jageero Dha - Panjabi MC53:52 Doyeeta55:14 Afsos - Anuv Jain, AP Dhillon57:38 Closing Remarks by Sammy Chand58:28 Paan Ki Dukaan - Sukwinder Singh, Vishal Bhardwaj, Rekha BhardwajBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-bridge-by-sammy-chand--6650619/support.Sammy Chand's daily radio show on Rukus Avenue Radio is the leading Indian music and culture show in the world. The one hour show airs daily worldwide."South Asian music podcast," "Punjabi music show," "Bollywood commentary," "Indian diaspora radio", "Indian Music", "Top Indian Radio Show", "Punjabi Radio Show", "Indian Radio Host", "Punjabi Radio Host".
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April 21, 2026
The Bridge is available on the iHeart Radio app Episode 515 Sammy Chand talks to director and writer Ben Rekhi about his opening night film at the Indian Film Festival of Los Angeles called Breaking the Code. A poignant story about an important figure in the world of technology and Entrepreneurial mentorship named Kanwal Rekhi. Kanwal is Ben’s father, which makes this even more interesting! Check out Ben’s interview here. Sammy is also joined by Jaya as she breaks down the latest in the Hollywood world including the news on Cher. Sammy talks to Anushka Arora about the latest with the Saiyaara couple, and if they’re making a new movie anytime soon. Sammy is also joined by Neesh as he tells about his show called The Garage Mahal. Sammy is joined by the Rukus Avenue Radio Allstars as they bring us the latest from around the diaspora. 11:20 Dr Roy 14:16 Neesh 20:50 Ben Rekhi - Director of Breaking The Code 35:52 Jaya 43:52 Anushka Arora 49:42 Rhianna 54:04 Doyeeta Das GuptaBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-bridge-by-sammy-chand--6650619/support.Sammy Chand's daily radio show on Rukus Avenue Radio is the leading Indian music and culture show in the world. The one hour show airs daily worldwide."South Asian music podcast," "Punjabi music show," "Bollywood commentary," "Indian diaspora radio", "Indian Music", "Top Indian Radio Show", "Punjabi Radio Show", "Indian Radio Host", "Punjabi Radio Host".
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April 20, 2026
The Bridge is available on the iHeart Radio appEpisode 514Sammy Chand gets the week going mentioning the IFFLA festival taking place. Sammy talks to Ruby Basi about the latest from the diaspora, including something that took place in Brampton. Sammy talks about the Shubh album Chapter 4 EP. The four song EP is a strong one, and Sammy talks about Shubh’s work, including the song Bounce. Sammy delivers a closing remark on the project on Shubh and his impact. Sammy is joined by Daniel Johnson from the UN. Sammy is joined by Meera Sharma as she delivers a Mindful Minute. Sammy opens the show acknowledging the Akaash Singh selling out Radio City Music Hall event on Saturday.12:00 Dr Roy - Word On The Avenue16:36 Meera Sharma40:24 Ruby Basi46:46 Rhianna53:00 Doyeeta56:56 Sammy Closing RemarksBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-bridge-by-sammy-chand--6650619/support.Sammy Chand's daily radio show on Rukus Avenue Radio is the leading Indian music and culture show in the world. The one hour show airs daily worldwide."South Asian music podcast," "Punjabi music show," "Bollywood commentary," "Indian diaspora radio", "Indian Music", "Top Indian Radio Show", "Punjabi Radio Show", "Indian Radio Host", "Punjabi Radio Host".
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Countdown Show - April 17 - April 19
The Bridge is available on the iHeart Radio appEpisode 512Sammy Chand closes out one of the biggest weeks in Bridge history with his weekly Top 20 countdown. After honoring Asha Bhosle, debating Arijit Singh's legacy, taking the show to Coachella, and sitting down with Akaash Singh, the music gets the final word. This week's chart has everything — Arijit Singh and Shashwat Sachdev showing up twice, Talha Anjum and Hassan Raheem representing Pakistan's new generation, and a number one song with a story that ties the whole week together perfectly. Sammy counts down music from Shubh, Gorillaz and Asha Bhosle, Satinder Sartaaj, Jay Sean, Sharry Maan, Talwiinder, Jassa Dhillon, Zayn Malik, Miss Pooja, Jazzy B and AR Paisley, Aditya Rikhari, Jordan Sandhu, Jai Dhir, Inderpal Moga and Chani Nattan, Jasmine Sandlas, Uzair Jaswal, and more. The number one song this week has a story attached to it that Sammy says is the perfect ending to the week that was. You'll have to count down with him to find out why.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-bridge-by-sammy-chand--6650619/support.Sammy Chand's daily radio show on Rukus Avenue Radio is the leading Indian music and culture show in the world. The one hour show airs daily worldwide."South Asian music podcast," "Punjabi music show," "Bollywood commentary," "Indian diaspora radio", "Indian Music", "Top Indian Radio Show", "Punjabi Radio Show", "Indian Radio Host", "Punjabi Radio Host".
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April 16, 2026
The Bridge is available on the iHeart Radio appEpisode 511Sammy Chand interviews Akaash Singh, an Indian comedian, is preparing for a big concert at Radio City Music Hall, aiming to sell out the 6000-seat venue. He discusses the challenges of crowd work and the importance of creating a safe space for his audience. Akash also addresses rumors about his personal life, emphasizing the strength of his marriage and the importance of open communication and humor within his relationship. Sammy talks to Sunny Grewal about the interview Sammy had with Akaash as Sunny shares his thoughts about the exchange. Sammy is joined by Maneesh X Fader, as Maneesh previews his song Vairian. The Rukus Avenue Radio Allstars stop by the show, Dr Roy, Rhianna, and Doyeeta. Aashi Arora stops by to preview her show this Sunday as she interviews Shayla Higginbotham. Sammy delivers his thoughts on the Comedy scene, and weaves together the week’s shows by singling out that everyone that was celebrated this week were products of their own identity. None of them have ever compromised who they are to become the stars they are now. Not Zakhir Khan, Not Vir Das, and not Akaash Singh.0:00 Sammy Opening12:34 Dr Roy presents the Word On The Avenue17:28 Aashi Arora previews her show22:52 Sammy Interviews Akaash Singh36:48 Maneesh X Fader previews his song40:12 Sammy interviews Sunny Grewal50:34 Rhianna delivers Diaspora Rising Report54:20 Doyeeta delivers Artist Spotlight57:42 Sammy Chand delivers Closing remarksBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-bridge-by-sammy-chand--6650619/support.Sammy Chand's daily radio show on Rukus Avenue Radio is the leading Indian music and culture show in the world. The one hour show airs daily worldwide."South Asian music podcast," "Punjabi music show," "Bollywood commentary," "Indian diaspora radio", "Indian Music", "Top Indian Radio Show", "Punjabi Radio Show", "Indian Radio Host", "Punjabi Radio Host".
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April 15, 2026
The Bridge is available on the iHeart Radio appEpisode 511Sammy Chand takes the listener inside the moment Punjabi music didn't just appear at Coachella — it arrived. Diljit Dosanjh, AP Dhillon, Sid Sriram. The best have graced that desert stage. Sammy discusses the prevailing belief in the community that Sidhu Moosewala was meant to be there first, and that Diljit stepped into that space after his passing. Whether true or not, Sammy makes the case that Diljit was always the inevitable choice — his wholesome, cross-generational appeal to the diaspora made him the only artist who could carry that moment the way it needed to be carried. Sammy closes with a statement about the two Punjabi artists who can fill any room, in any city, for any age: Diljit Dosanjh and Satinder Sartaaj. The numbers back it up.Sammy is joined by Anjay Nagpal, the new Executive Director of IFFLA — producer of Dev Patel's Monkey Man and credits on Joker, Bombshell, and The Green Knight — as IFFLA 2026 counts down to April 23. DJ Geet brings her song of the week. Rohit previews Know Gurbani. Prabhleen previews the Jugni Podcast. Dr. Roy, Rhianna, and Doyeeta are all on deck.12:18 Dr. Roy — Word on the Avenue16:56 Rohit — Know Gurbani preview21:04 Prabhleen — Jugni Podcast preview30:12 Anjay Nagpal — IFFLA Executive Director41:06 DJ Geet — Song of the Week46:16 Rhianna — Diaspora Rising Report51:00 Doyeeta Das Gupta — Artist Spotlight54:38 Sammy — Closing RemarksBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-bridge-by-sammy-chand--6650619/support.Sammy Chand's daily radio show on Rukus Avenue Radio is the leading Indian music and culture show in the world. The one hour show airs daily worldwide."South Asian music podcast," "Punjabi music show," "Bollywood commentary," "Indian diaspora radio", "Indian Music", "Top Indian Radio Show", "Punjabi Radio Show", "Indian Radio Host", "Punjabi Radio Host".
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April 14, 2026
The Bridge is available on the iHeart Radio appEpisode 510Sammy Chand tables the discussion that Arijit Singh might just be the last keeper of the flame. Who can even replace him? Sammy discusses the theory that the big star has broken down into a million pieces, and the singer is not immune from this. Sammy’s’ closing remarks gives you a deep look into what he calls “Broken into a Million Pieces”. Sammy is doing a week long special on the Indian Film Festival of Los Angeles, and today, Sammy is joined by Nehal Vyas to talk about the Programming next week at IFFLA. Sammy world premiere’s a song by the artist Ekam called Hissey. Sammy talks to Ekam about his journey from being a back up singer in his Dad’s Sufi band to becoming his own pop star. Sammy talks to Jaya about Kanye, The Beebs, and Jasmeen Sangha. Anushka Arora stops by and talks about the passing of Asha Bhosle and she also discusses the Chand Mera Dil movie. Sammy’s got a packed show!! He’s joined by the Rukus Avenue Radio Allstars, including Dr Roy, Doyeeta, and Rhianna. Neesh stops by and previews his show The Garage Mahal.Sammy plays songs by:Shubh, Josh Brar, Arijit Singh, Talwiinder, Sifr, NDS, Diljit Dosanjh, Ekam, Zayn Malik, Jay Sean, Veyah11:54 Dr Roy - Word On The Avenue17:05 Neesh - Host of The Garage Mahal21:22 Nehal Vyas - Programmer, IFFLA29:21 Ekam - World Premiere his song Hissey37:00 Jaya - Talks about Kanye43:33 Anusha Arora - Talks about Asha Bhosle50:22 Rhianna - Diaspora Rising Report54:16 Doyeeta - Spotlights Arijit Singh54:40 Sammy Chand - Closing Thoughts “Arijit Deserves a Statue”Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-bridge-by-sammy-chand--6650619/support.Sammy Chand's daily radio show on Rukus Avenue Radio is the leading Indian music and culture show in the world. The one hour show airs daily worldwide."South Asian music podcast," "Punjabi music show," "Bollywood commentary," "Indian diaspora radio", "Indian Music", "Top Indian Radio Show", "Punjabi Radio Show", "Indian Radio Host", "Punjabi Radio Host".
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April 13, 2026
The Bridge is available on the iHeart Radio appEpisode 509Sammy Chand pays tribute to the legend Asha Bhosle. Asha Bhosle passed away over the weekend, and Sammy invites Bappa Lahiri to the episode to talk about the long legacy amongst the Mangheshkar Family and the Lahiri Family. Bappa recalls a story in which his father Bappi told him the important of starting off his projects with a Asha Bhosle song. Sammy talks about the legacy of Bhosle, including the unspoken parts that nobody will acknowledge today, and that was what she had to overcome to succeed in the business. Sammy is joined by Dr Roy like he does every week, he’s got Doyeeta, and Rhianna; The Rukus Avenue Radio Allstars. Sammy is joined by Meera Sharma as she gives us a mindful minute. Sammy talks to Megha Kadakia as part of his week long spotlight on the Indian Film Festival of Los Angeles. Megha talks to Sammy about the Industry Day festivities taking place at IFFLA. Sammy is joined by Ruby Basi as she covers the latest from around the diaspora. Matt Wells stops by the show from the United Nations News. It’s a big show, including the new Shubh Album called IV.00:00 Sammy INtro11:20 Dr Roy16:01 Meera Sharma17:11 Matt Wells25:12 Megha Kadakhia33:40 Bappa Lahiri45:40 Ruby Basi49:30 Rhianna51:02 Doyeeta55:52 Sammy Closing remarksBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-bridge-by-sammy-chand--6650619/support.Sammy Chand's daily radio show on Rukus Avenue Radio is the leading Indian music and culture show in the world. The one hour show airs daily worldwide."South Asian music podcast," "Punjabi music show," "Bollywood commentary," "Indian diaspora radio", "Indian Music", "Top Indian Radio Show", "Punjabi Radio Show", "Indian Radio Host", "Punjabi Radio Host".
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Countdown Show - April 10 - April 12
The Bridge is available on the iHeart Radio appEpisode 508Sammy Chand’s weekend episode is a great top 20 countdown show! He’s got a repeating top song, and it should be no surprise as to what song it is. The top 5 has two songs from the same album. Sammy’s got music from the new Bait Soundtrack, and he’s got new music from artists that dominate the top songs of South Asia. Songs from Jassa Dhillon, Jazzy B, AR Paisley, Hassan Raheem, NDS, Talwiinder, Sir, Sharry Maan, Chani Nattan, Arijit Singh, Jasmine Sandlas, Satinder Sartaj, Jai Dhir, and moreBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-bridge-by-sammy-chand--6650619/support.Sammy Chand's daily radio show on Rukus Avenue Radio is the leading Indian music and culture show in the world. The one hour show airs daily worldwide."South Asian music podcast," "Punjabi music show," "Bollywood commentary," "Indian diaspora radio", "Indian Music", "Top Indian Radio Show", "Punjabi Radio Show", "Indian Radio Host", "Punjabi Radio Host".
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April 9, 2026
The Bridge is available on the iHeart Radio appEpisode 507Sammy Chand’s got a special Thursday episode. Not only does he deliver the best South Asian music on the planet, but he’s got a very special guest for he day. He’s joined by the comedian Manpreet Singh, ahead of his North American tour Called Na Ser Na Paihr. Sammy’s exclusive interview is a very entertaining one and Manpreet shares some personal stories including his experience of rising in a scene of standup comedy in India. Sammy is also joined by Sunny Grewal, as Sunny shares some of the things that people are doing to lose weight. Sammy is joined by the Rukus Avenue Allstars, Dr Roy, Doyeeta, and Rhanna. Aashi Arora previews her Sunday episode.12:04 Dr Roy17:00 Aashi Arora27:44 Manpreet Singh43:54 Sunny Grewal51:24 Rhianna55:23 DoyeetaBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-bridge-by-sammy-chand--6650619/support.Sammy Chand's daily radio show on Rukus Avenue Radio is the leading Indian music and culture show in the world. The one hour show airs daily worldwide."South Asian music podcast," "Punjabi music show," "Bollywood commentary," "Indian diaspora radio", "Indian Music", "Top Indian Radio Show", "Punjabi Radio Show", "Indian Radio Host", "Punjabi Radio Host".
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April 8, 2026
The Bridge is available on the iHeart Radio appEpisode 506Sammy Chand brings you a fantastic Wednesday episode. He’s joined by Gagan Singh, the composer and music producer, who’s nominated for a Canadian Screen Award for his score of the film Singh’s in the Ring. Sammy talk to E The First about the latest Kanye West outings and albums. Sammy gets an honest rating from a self-proclaimed Big Kanye West Fan in E. Sammy chats with DJ Geet about her track of the week called Sajan Re by Norah Fatehi, Badshah, and Sanjoy. Sammy is joined by the Rukus Avenue Allstars, Doyeeta, Rhianna, and Dr Roy. Sammy’s got a preview from Sunny Grewal ahead of his season premiere this Monday on Rukus Avenue Radio.11:12 Dr Roy18:40 Sunny Grewal26:30 Gagan Singh36:05 Dj Geet40:46 E The First49:00 Rhianna52:49 DoyeetaBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-bridge-by-sammy-chand--6650619/support.Sammy Chand's daily radio show on Rukus Avenue Radio is the leading Indian music and culture show in the world. The one hour show airs daily worldwide."South Asian music podcast," "Punjabi music show," "Bollywood commentary," "Indian diaspora radio", "Indian Music", "Top Indian Radio Show", "Punjabi Radio Show", "Indian Radio Host", "Punjabi Radio Host".
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April 7, 2026
The Bridge is available on the iHeart Radio appEpisode 505Sammy Chand’s Tuesday episode is a fun one and he’s rolling in with his friends. Sammy has Jaya on the show as the talk about the latest in Hollywood. Anushka brings in the thoughts around the brand new Ranbir Kapoor Ramayan film. Sammy is joined by Neesh as he previews his upcoming episode on Rukus Avenue Radio. Sammy is joined by Doyeeta, Dr Roy, and Rhianna on the show, as they bring the latest from the diaspora. Sammy tells us that he’ll have Manpreet Singh on the show soon. Sammy plays music from Sharry Maan, Diljit, Arijit, Chaar Diwari, and more.13:46 Dr Roy18:16 Neesh32:50 Jaya41:28 Anushka Arora49:18 Rhianna54:30 DoyeetaBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-bridge-by-sammy-chand--6650619/support.Sammy Chand's daily radio show on Rukus Avenue Radio is the leading Indian music and culture show in the world. The one hour show airs daily worldwide."South Asian music podcast," "Punjabi music show," "Bollywood commentary," "Indian diaspora radio", "Indian Music", "Top Indian Radio Show", "Punjabi Radio Show", "Indian Radio Host", "Punjabi Radio Host".
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April 6, 2026
The Bridge is available on the iHeart Radio appEpisode 504Sammy Chand kicks off the week on Rukus Avenue Radio with his patented Monday edition of The Bridge. The only show of its type, Sammy plays the best music from the Indian subcontinent and add his commentary and his 30 year history in the industry to the conversation. Sammy’s got The Rukus Avenue Radio Allstars, and that means Doyeeta, Dr Roy, and Rhianna. Sammy talks to Meera Sharma as she brings you her weekly Mindful Minute. Sammy’s joined by Daniel Johnson from the UN News department. Sammy plays the new teaser of the new Diljit, AR Rahman, and Irshad Kamil collaboration. Sammy talks to Ruby Basi about the latest in the South Asian community here in the North America. Sammy is joined by Andro as he talks about the latest in the Hip Hop scene. It’s a big week on the air. Zameer Rizvi talks about the episode he has coming up on Kash Patel.12:06 Dr Roy17:54 Meera Sharma22:07 Daniel Johnson35:45 Zameer Rizvi38:50 Andro42:20 Ruby Basi50:15 Rhianna54:14 DoyeetaBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-bridge-by-sammy-chand--6650619/support.Sammy Chand's daily radio show on Rukus Avenue Radio is the leading Indian music and culture show in the world. The one hour show airs daily worldwide."South Asian music podcast," "Punjabi music show," "Bollywood commentary," "Indian diaspora radio", "Indian Music", "Top Indian Radio Show", "Punjabi Radio Show", "Indian Radio Host", "Punjabi Radio Host".
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Countdown Show - April 3 - April 5
The Bridge is available on the iHeart Radio appEpisode 503Sammy Chand’s weekend countdown show is a great capsule of the songs of the moment out there. Dharundhar The Revenge makes a presence in the show, along with Talwiinder, Jai Dhir, Sharry Maan, Zayn Malik, and more. Sammy highlights the flurry of new EPs that have hit the scene over the last week or two. It’s the best hour in all of South Asian music.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-bridge-by-sammy-chand--6650619/support.Sammy Chand's daily radio show on Rukus Avenue Radio is the leading Indian music and culture show in the world. The one hour show airs daily worldwide."South Asian music podcast," "Punjabi music show," "Bollywood commentary," "Indian diaspora radio", "Indian Music", "Top Indian Radio Show", "Punjabi Radio Show", "Indian Radio Host", "Punjabi Radio Host".
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April 2, 2026
The Bridge is available on the iHeart Radio appEpisode 502Sammy Chand’s got his Thursday episode primed for you. He’s got the Rukus Avenue Radio Allstars for the show. He’s visited by Dr Roy with the day’s Word On The Avenue. Sammy talks to Ruby Basi on this episode and he also chats with Sunny Grewal about the fashion senses of the day. Sammy talks to Aashi Arora about her latest episode coming up this Sunday. Sammy’s got the big playlist for episode. Doyeeta delivers an artist spotlight on Hustinder.14:14 Dr Roy19:28 Aashi Arora34:08 Ruby Basi40:04 Sunny Grewal48:42 Rhianna52:32 DoyeetaBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-bridge-by-sammy-chand--6650619/support.Sammy Chand's daily radio show on Rukus Avenue Radio is the leading Indian music and culture show in the world. The one hour show airs daily worldwide."South Asian music podcast," "Punjabi music show," "Bollywood commentary," "Indian diaspora radio", "Indian Music", "Top Indian Radio Show", "Punjabi Radio Show", "Indian Radio Host", "Punjabi Radio Host".
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April 1, 2026
The Bridge is available on the iHeart Radio appEpisode 501The Wednesday episode on Sammy Chand’s show is a great one. His mid week special is the 501st episode of the show. He’s joined by the Rukus Avenue Radio Allstars as they breakdown the lastest from around the community. Sammy’s joined by DJ Geet as she talks about the new Zayn Malik track called Sideways. Sammy is joined by E The First as they explore the new generation spirituality. Sammy is armed with the best songs of the day!12:14 Dr Roy35:12 DJ Geet41:04 E The First48:34 Rhianna51:53 DoyeetaBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-bridge-by-sammy-chand--6650619/support.Sammy Chand's daily radio show on Rukus Avenue Radio is the leading Indian music and culture show in the world. The one hour show airs daily worldwide."South Asian music podcast," "Punjabi music show," "Bollywood commentary," "Indian diaspora radio", "Indian Music", "Top Indian Radio Show", "Punjabi Radio Show", "Indian Radio Host", "Punjabi Radio Host".
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March 31, 2026
The Bridge is available on the iHeart Radio appEpisode 500It’s a big 500th episode of the most entertaining hour in all of South Asian music! Sammy Chand Is joined by his special co-host, his daughter Kaira. The two celebrate the big episode. Sammy takes you on a journey of his favorite songs and moments from his first 500 episodes. Sammy is joined by The Rukus Avenue Radio Allstars, Dr Roy, Doyeeta, and Rhianna. Sammy talks to Jaya as they talk about the latest from the Tiger Woods DUI incident. Sammy talks to Anushka about the Dharundar The Revenge movie. Rohit joins Sammy to talk about his show called Know Gurbani. Sammy plays clips from Diljit, Juss, and more. He reminisces on some of the World Premieres he’s done on the show. It’s a great episode.12:47 Dr Roy30:04 Rohit42:42 Jaya47:40 Anushka Arora54:00 Rhianna57:55 DoyeetaBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-bridge-by-sammy-chand--6650619/support.Sammy Chand's daily radio show on Rukus Avenue Radio is the leading Indian music and culture show in the world. The one hour show airs daily worldwide."South Asian music podcast," "Punjabi music show," "Bollywood commentary," "Indian diaspora radio", "Indian Music", "Top Indian Radio Show", "Punjabi Radio Show", "Indian Radio Host", "Punjabi Radio Host".
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March 30, 2026
The Bridge is available on the iHeart Radio appEpisode 499Sammy Chand has a big week ahead on The Bridge. He’s got his big 500th episode tomorrow, and he prepares us by hinting of a special co-host. Sammy plays the new Sharry Maan, the new Gur Sidhu, and has all the hits from the day. Sammy is joined by Daniel Johnson from the United Nations News. Sammy talks to Andro about the new Kanye West album called Bully. Sammy talks to Ruby Basi about the dangers of phone charging with the phone close to you. Sammy is joined by Meera Sharma with her Mindful Minute. The Rukus Avenue Radio Allstars stop by with the latest from around the diaspora. Sammy begins with the song called Promise by Aditya Rikhari.13:11 Dr Roy17:55 Meera Sharma22:51 Daniel Johnson33:27 Andro39:52 Ruby Basi43:12 Rhianna52:27 DoyeetaBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-bridge-by-sammy-chand--6650619/support.Sammy Chand's daily radio show on Rukus Avenue Radio is the leading Indian music and culture show in the world. The one hour show airs daily worldwide."South Asian music podcast," "Punjabi music show," "Bollywood commentary," "Indian diaspora radio", "Indian Music", "Top Indian Radio Show", "Punjabi Radio Show", "Indian Radio Host", "Punjabi Radio Host".
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Countdown Show - March 27 - March 29
The Bridge is available on the iHeart Radio appEpisode 498Sammy Chand’s weekend countdown show features some great new music. He’s got a song from Kaatan and Youngr called Young Hearts. Sammy plays music from Wazir Patar, Aditya Rikhari, AS Pullar, Jasmine Sandlas and Satinder Sartaaj, and more. Sammy’s weekend show is his 498th episode, with the 500th around the corner. It’s the most entertaining hour in all of South Asian music.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-bridge-by-sammy-chand--6650619/support.Sammy Chand's daily radio show on Rukus Avenue Radio is the leading Indian music and culture show in the world. The one hour show airs daily worldwide."South Asian music podcast," "Punjabi music show," "Bollywood commentary," "Indian diaspora radio", "Indian Music", "Top Indian Radio Show", "Punjabi Radio Show", "Indian Radio Host", "Punjabi Radio Host".
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March 26, 2026
The Bridge is available on the iHeart Radio appEpisode 497Sammy Chand has a big Thursday episode for you. He has an exclusive interview with Kaatan, the singer that collaborates with YOUNGR on their new single called Young Hearts. Sammy talks to her about the journey of putting together a world music hit song like this. Sammy is joined by Sunny Grewal as they talk Siblings and the unique role they play in this life. Sammy is joined by The Rukus Avenue Radio Allstars about the latest from around the diaspora. Sammy is joined by Aashi Arora as she previews the conversation with Parul Somani this Sunday at 4pm PST.11:03 Dr Roy15:17 Aashi Arora28:21 Kaatan42:17 Sunny Grewal48:34 Rhianna52:48 DoyeetaBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-bridge-by-sammy-chand--6650619/support.Sammy Chand's daily radio show on Rukus Avenue Radio is the leading Indian music and culture show in the world. The one hour show airs daily worldwide."South Asian music podcast," "Punjabi music show," "Bollywood commentary," "Indian diaspora radio", "Indian Music", "Top Indian Radio Show", "Punjabi Radio Show", "Indian Radio Host", "Punjabi Radio Host".
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March 25, 2026
The Bridge is available on the iHeart Radio appEpisode 496Sammy Chand brings you a fantastic Wednesday episode of The Bridge. He’s got the big preview from DJ Geet of the song “Main Aur Tu” by Jasmine Sandlas. Sammy is joined by E The First, the host of the E Squared Show that airs everyday on Rukus Avenue Radio. Sammy is joined by The Rukus Avenue Radio Allstars as they bring the latest from around the world. Sammy plays music from Hustinder, Talwiinder, Arijit Singh, and more. It’s a grand Hump Day on The Bridge. Sammy gets you ready for the big interview with the artist Kataan tomorrow.12:29 Dr Roy35:57 DJ Geet41:38 E The First50:17 Rhianna54:03 DoyeetaBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-bridge-by-sammy-chand--6650619/support.Sammy Chand's daily radio show on Rukus Avenue Radio is the leading Indian music and culture show in the world. The one hour show airs daily worldwide."South Asian music podcast," "Punjabi music show," "Bollywood commentary," "Indian diaspora radio", "Indian Music", "Top Indian Radio Show", "Punjabi Radio Show", "Indian Radio Host", "Punjabi Radio Host".
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March 24, 2026
The Bridge is available on the iHeart Radio appEpisode 495Sammy Chand’s Tuesday episode is his 495th Episode of The Bridge. He’s got a packed episode as he reveals he will be interviewing an artist by the name of Kaatan on Thursday. Sammy talks to Jaya about the latest from Afroman’s funny story. Anushka gives us the big Dharundar The Revenge review. Sammy is joined by The Rukus Avenue Radio Allstars as they deliver the latest from around the diaspora. Doyeeta delivers an artist spotlight on Anuv Jain. Dr Roy delvers the Word On The Avenue, and Rhianna has today’s Diaspora Rising report. Sammy has music from Fateh Shergill, Jai Dhir, Kaatan, Jasmine Sandlas and Satinder Sartaaj, and Diljit Dosanjh.11:33 Dr Roy16:45 Neesh22:23 Prabhleen33:12 Jaya40:17 Anushka Arora47:27 Rhianna53:27 DoyeetaBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-bridge-by-sammy-chand--6650619/support.Sammy Chand's daily radio show on Rukus Avenue Radio is the leading Indian music and culture show in the world. The one hour show airs daily worldwide."South Asian music podcast," "Punjabi music show," "Bollywood commentary," "Indian diaspora radio", "Indian Music", "Top Indian Radio Show", "Punjabi Radio Show", "Indian Radio Host", "Punjabi Radio Host".
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March 23, 2026
The Bridge is available on the iHeart Radio appEpisode 494Sammy Chand’s got a big week ahead of the show. He’s got his 494th episode to start the week. His Monday show is joined by Dr Roy, Rhianna, and Doyeeta, Sammy talks to Andro about his favorite music makers in Hip Hop. Sammy is joined by Ruby Basi as she shines a light on Cardiovascular health through a case of an Indian Kid. Sammy is joined by Rohit Bhatia, the host of the show Know Gurbani, as he previews his upcoming show on Wednesday on Rukus Avenue Radio. Meera Sharma stops by with her Mindful Minute! It’s a great Monday morning show that starts with the song Raina by Arijit Singh.12:01 Dr Roy16:53 Meera28:00 Rohit41:35 Andro46:21 Ruby52:50 Rhianna56:45 DoyeetaBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-bridge-by-sammy-chand--6650619/support.Sammy Chand's daily radio show on Rukus Avenue Radio is the leading Indian music and culture show in the world. The one hour show airs daily worldwide."South Asian music podcast," "Punjabi music show," "Bollywood commentary," "Indian diaspora radio", "Indian Music", "Top Indian Radio Show", "Punjabi Radio Show", "Indian Radio Host", "Punjabi Radio Host".
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The Bridge is available on the iHeart Radio appEpisode 493Sammy Chand’s got a weekend countdown for the end of Winter to begin the Summer. Sammy’s got a slate of new songs for the show, including a new revamped top 5 with some debuts. Sammy is hot off of his birthday from Thursday and delivers a weekend show for you. With songs from Satinder Sartaaj, Jasmine Sandlas, Aditya Rikhari, A.S.Pullar, and more, this show serves up the best of South Asian music from around the world. Check out the rest of Sammy’s shows on iHeart Radio app.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-bridge-by-sammy-chand--6650619/support.Sammy Chand's daily radio show on Rukus Avenue Radio is the leading Indian music and culture show in the world. The one hour show airs daily worldwide."South Asian music podcast," "Punjabi music show," "Bollywood commentary," "Indian diaspora radio", "Indian Music", "Top Indian Radio Show", "Punjabi Radio Show", "Indian Radio Host", "Punjabi Radio Host".
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March 19, 2026
The Bridge is available on the iHeart Radio appEpisode 492It’s Sammy Chand’s birthday edition of The Bridge. Sammy celebrates his birthday cake episode by having a wonderful Thursday lineup. Sammy is joined by Dr Roy, Doyeeta, and Rhianna. Sammy is joined by Sunny Grewal as she turns the table on Sammy and interviews him on his birthday. Sammy talks to Ruby about the latest gas hustle in Florida. Sammy’s got the latest from the music scene by songs from the South Asian diaspora. Celebrate Sammy’s big day on the show!11:42 Dr Roy17:30 Aashi Arora31:26 Ruby Basi36:08 Sunny Grewal49:14 Rhianna54:48 DoyeetaBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-bridge-by-sammy-chand--6650619/support.Sammy Chand's daily radio show on Rukus Avenue Radio is the leading Indian music and culture show in the world. The one hour show airs daily worldwide."South Asian music podcast," "Punjabi music show," "Bollywood commentary," "Indian diaspora radio", "Indian Music", "Top Indian Radio Show", "Punjabi Radio Show", "Indian Radio Host", "Punjabi Radio Host".
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March 18, 2026
The Bridge is available on the iHeart Radio appEpisode 491Sammy Chand’s Wednesday episode is full of there great music dominating the South Asian music scene. He’s got he latest Diljit, the latest Karan Aujla, and the latest Arijit. Sammy’s joined by E The First as they discuss the great Punjabi classic albums and artists. E refers to the great Jazzy B album Romeo as his GOAT album. Sammy is joined by DJ Geet, as she discusses the song Ranjha by Diljit Dosanjh, David Gueta, and Sia. Sammy gets a review from DJ Geet on the song. Sammy is joined by the Rukus Avenue Radio Allstars, including Rhianna, Doyeeta, and Dr Roy.11:40 Dr Roy34:24 DJ Geet41:32 E The First51:12 Rhianna55:48 DoyeetaBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-bridge-by-sammy-chand--6650619/support.Sammy Chand's daily radio show on Rukus Avenue Radio is the leading Indian music and culture show in the world. The one hour show airs daily worldwide."South Asian music podcast," "Punjabi music show," "Bollywood commentary," "Indian diaspora radio", "Indian Music", "Top Indian Radio Show", "Punjabi Radio Show", "Indian Radio Host", "Punjabi Radio Host".
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March 17, 2026
The Bridge is available on the iHeart Radio appEpisode 490Sammy Chand’s Tuesday episode features a few of his friends, like Jaya and Anushka Arora. Jaya stops by to discuss the latest at the Oscars. Anushka stops by to countdown the days t the new Dharundar release. Rhianna gives us the latest from around the world, while Doyeeta tells us about Arijit Singh. Dr Roy informs us about the post Oscars festivities. Sammy plays the latest from around the Indian diaspora including new songs from Rawme Hooda, Diljit, Banjaare, Chaar Diwari, and more. Sammy’s 490th episode is a great one!11:57 Dr Roy17:01 Neesh36:19 JayaAnushka Arora50:17 Rhianna54:33 DoyeetaBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-bridge-by-sammy-chand--6650619/support.Sammy Chand's daily radio show on Rukus Avenue Radio is the leading Indian music and culture show in the world. The one hour show airs daily worldwide."South Asian music podcast," "Punjabi music show," "Bollywood commentary," "Indian diaspora radio", "Indian Music", "Top Indian Radio Show", "Punjabi Radio Show", "Indian Radio Host", "Punjabi Radio Host".
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March 16, 2026
The Bridge is available on the iHeart Radio appEpisode 489Sammy Chand’s Monday show is a stage setting one for the week ahead. He’s joined by Dr Roy, Doyeeta, and Rhianna as they cover the latest from around the diaspora. Sammy is joined by Rohit from the show Know Gurbani, that airs on Rukus Avenue Radio this Wednesday at 8am PT. Sammy talks to Andro about the great music producers in Hip hop. Sammy is joined by Ruby Basi as they talk about the rise of protein in Daal. Sammy is joined by Meera Sharma as she delivers the mindful minute of the week. Daniel Johnson from the UN News stops by to give us an update on the Middle East conflict.11:06 Dr Roy15:56 Meera19:10 Daniel Johnson27:02 Rohit35:28 Andro42:02 Rubi Basi48:14 Rhianna52:48 DoyeetaBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-bridge-by-sammy-chand--6650619/support.Sammy Chand's daily radio show on Rukus Avenue Radio is the leading Indian music and culture show in the world. The one hour show airs daily worldwide."South Asian music podcast," "Punjabi music show," "Bollywood commentary," "Indian diaspora radio", "Indian Music", "Top Indian Radio Show", "Punjabi Radio Show", "Indian Radio Host", "Punjabi Radio Host".
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The Bridge is available on the iHeart Radio appEpisode 488A fantastic countdown show that features a lot of new songs to arrive on the scene. Sammy’s top 20 of the week features a new top song and it’s from an artist that appeared on the show a week or so back. Sammy’s got songs from Arijit Singh, Azaad 4 Life, Aditya Rikari, Jasmeen Akhtar, Shekhar Ravjiani and more. Always the best hour in all of South Asian Music!Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-bridge-by-sammy-chand--6650619/support.Sammy Chand's daily radio show on Rukus Avenue Radio is the leading Indian music and culture show in the world. The one hour show airs daily worldwide."South Asian music podcast," "Punjabi music show," "Bollywood commentary," "Indian diaspora radio", "Indian Music", "Top Indian Radio Show", "Punjabi Radio Show", "Indian Radio Host", "Punjabi Radio Host".
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March 12, 2026
The Bridge is available on the iHeart Radio appEpisode 487Sammy Chand’s got a great Thursday episode for you. He’s got Sunny Grewal stopping by to discuss the latest with the Iran War and whether the information we receive is indeed the right information. Sammy poses the question as to if we are receiving News info on time or if it’s staggered. Sammy is joined by Aashi Arora as she talks about her upcoming episode this Sunday. Sammy talks to Ruby Basi about a story of a South Asian lady being kicked off a plane. Sammy is joined by the Rukus Avenue Radio Allstars as they report on the latest from around the diaspora.11:52 Dr Roy16:13 Aashi Arora33:43 Ruby Basi41:03 Sunny Grewal50:43 Rhianna54:42 DoyeetaBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-bridge-by-sammy-chand--6650619/support.Sammy Chand's daily radio show on Rukus Avenue Radio is the leading Indian music and culture show in the world. The one hour show airs daily worldwide."South Asian music podcast," "Punjabi music show," "Bollywood commentary," "Indian diaspora radio", "Indian Music", "Top Indian Radio Show", "Punjabi Radio Show", "Indian Radio Host", "Punjabi Radio Host".
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March 11, 2026
The Bridge is available on the iHeart Radio appEpisode 486Sammy Chand’s Wednesday episode features some of the highlights of South Asian Music. Sammy is joined on a Wednesday episdoe by E The First as the two talk about the Iran War and the possible ramifications of the fight. Sammy talks to DJ Geet about this week’s song by Ikka and Neha Kakkar. Sammy is joined by Prabhleen as she talks about her upcoming episode of the Jugni Podcast. Sammy is joined by the Rukus Avenue Radio Allstars, Dr Roy, Rhianna, and Doyeeta, who brings an artist spotlight on Juss.13:38 Dr Roy25:42 Prabhleen37:20 Dj Geet43:22 E The First50:38 Rhianna55:04 DoyeetaBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-bridge-by-sammy-chand--6650619/support.Sammy Chand's daily radio show on Rukus Avenue Radio is the leading Indian music and culture show in the world. The one hour show airs daily worldwide."South Asian music podcast," "Punjabi music show," "Bollywood commentary," "Indian diaspora radio", "Indian Music", "Top Indian Radio Show", "Punjabi Radio Show", "Indian Radio Host", "Punjabi Radio Host".
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March 10, 2026
The Bridge is available on the iHeart Radio appEpisode 485Sammy Chand is just 15 episodes away from his big 500th! It’s a Tuesday episode with Jaya stopping by to talk about Britney Spears. Anushka Arora comes by and tells us about the Dharundar 2 release and the effect it has on the other films coming out around that date. Sammy is visited by the Rukus Avenue Radio Allstars, Dr Roy, Doyeeta, and Rhianna. Sammy is joined by Neesh as he previews his upcoming Tuesday show. Sammy starts the show off with some Panjabi MC.13:06 Dr Roy17:04 Neesh37:10 Jaya46:58 Anushka Arora52:00 Rhianna55:46 DoyeetaBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-bridge-by-sammy-chand--6650619/support.Sammy Chand's daily radio show on Rukus Avenue Radio is the leading Indian music and culture show in the world. The one hour show airs daily worldwide."South Asian music podcast," "Punjabi music show," "Bollywood commentary," "Indian diaspora radio", "Indian Music", "Top Indian Radio Show", "Punjabi Radio Show", "Indian Radio Host", "Punjabi Radio Host".
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March 9, 2026
The Bridge is available on the iHeart Radio appEpisode 484Sammy Chand kicks off the week with his number one song from over the weekend called WYA by Jai Dhir. Sammy is joined by Ruby Basi as she talks to Sammy about the Iran War. Sammy is joined by Andro as they discuss Andro’s favorite hip hop producers. Sammy is joined by the Rukus Avenue Radio Allstars, Doyeeta, Dr Roy, and Rhianna. Sammy is joined by Meera Sharma as she delivers a Mindful Minute. Rohit lets you know what to expect on his show called Know Gurbani. Daniel Johnson joins Sammy from the UN News department. Sammy’s got new songs from Arijit Singh and more.12:34 Dr Roy20:51 Meera Sharma25:58 Daniel Johnson UN News32:57 Rohit38:08 Sunny and Shay39:20 Andro43:24 Ruby Basi49:16 Rhianna54:38 DoyeetaBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-bridge-by-sammy-chand--6650619/support.Sammy Chand's daily radio show on Rukus Avenue Radio is the leading Indian music and culture show in the world. The one hour show airs daily worldwide."South Asian music podcast," "Punjabi music show," "Bollywood commentary," "Indian diaspora radio", "Indian Music", "Top Indian Radio Show", "Punjabi Radio Show", "Indian Radio Host", "Punjabi Radio Host".
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The Bridge is available on the iHeart Radio appEpisode 483Sammy Chand’s weekend show converts into a top 20 countdown show, and he takes you on quite the ride. The show features a song that he world premiered this week, Whip by Jasmeen Akhtar. The show shuffles around alot of music, and there are a handful of new songs to the show. Artist by the name Chaar Diwaari has two songs on the countdown, while there are new songs from Ankur Tewari, and more. Always, the most entertaining hour in all of South Asian music.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-bridge-by-sammy-chand--6650619/support.Sammy Chand's daily radio show on Rukus Avenue Radio is the leading Indian music and culture show in the world. The one hour show airs daily worldwide."South Asian music podcast," "Punjabi music show," "Bollywood commentary," "Indian diaspora radio", "Indian Music", "Top Indian Radio Show", "Punjabi Radio Show", "Indian Radio Host", "Punjabi Radio Host".
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ABOUT THIS SHOW
Meet Sammy Chand, Your Host on The Bridge—Welcome to The Bridge, the only daily show covering the diaspora of the Indian subcontinent, airing nationally across North America on Rukus Avenue Radio/iHeart Radio. I'm your host, Sammy Chand, and I'm thrilled to share my passion for South Asian music and culture with you. A Pioneer in the Industry— With almost three decades of experience, I've been at the forefront of the South Asian cultural movement in North America. As the Founder and CEO of Rukus Avenue, I've built a company that's committed to telling the story of the South Asian experience through music, podcasts, and radio. A Legacy of Excellence— My work has been recognized with a Lifetime Achievement Award, and I've had the privilege of collaborating with some of the biggest names in the industry. From producing music for over 75 film and television shows to hosting TV shows for Viacom, I've made it my mission to promote S
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