TURN it up!

The TURN Team interviews Raf Saperra at K Days in Edmonton and talk about living between cultures while staying grounded in Punjabi roots. We dig into what fuels a creative renaissance, how he handles criticism, and why real fans matter more than inflated numbers.• Growing up in South London with mixed friend groups shaping identity and sound • Advice for kids of immigrants on exploring other cultures while learning their own roots • Why Renaissance is a sonic rebirth built on risk and integrity • Filtering feedback by answering to the artist within and building confidence through craft • Mental health resets through prayer, meditation, and stepping away after touring • What it means to headline K-Days and play an Edmonton debut • Rapid-fire favourites plus a hot take on vanity metrics versus ticket sales Give us a follow @theuniversalradio. Tune in from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. every day at 97.9 FM, or live stream us at www.theuniversalradio.com IG: @theuniversalradio

The Edmonton Heritage Festival returns to Hawrelak Park with fresh upgrades, new groups, and the same unmatched feeling of a city coming together. We talk with Rob from the Edmonton Heritage Festival Association and Scott Murray from presenting sponsor Robertson College about access, activations, and how to plan a full day that goes beyond the food. Here's what they get into:• What “success” looks like for a presenting partner through real community connection • Why returning to Hawrelak Park feels like a homecoming for Edmontonians • What stays the same on site and what changes with access this year • How ETS park and ride helps you get to the grounds • Robertson College’s on-site space to relax, charge your phone, and reset • Why the festival’s real value is learning through conversation with volunteers and performers • How to plan the quintessential first-time visit by spending a full day exploring pavilions • Why rain does not stop the festival and can even mean lighter crowds • Supporting the Edmonton Food Bank with cash or non-perishable donations Remember to check out the Heritage Festival from August 1st till 3rd at the Hawrelak Park right here in Edmonton. For more about the festival visit: www.heritagefest.caTune in to The Universal Radio Network daily on 97.9 FM or through our live-stream at www.theuniversalradio.comIG: @theuniversalradio

Sogand talk with Manni Uppal about losing her 11-year-old son, then choosing to turn grief into growth by carrying his legacy forward. We unpack what healing actually looks like day to day, from therapy and faith to neuroplasticity, signs, and the words we repeat to ourselves. • Choosing purpose and legacy while still having dark moments • Post-traumatic growth and identity after loss • Showing real emotions online and why healing is not linear • Seeking professional help and being open about therapy • Grief as waves and how patience changes the process • signs, synchronicities, and training the mind to notice meaning • Neuroplasticity, the reticular activating system, and attention • Affirmations, self-talk, music, and the emotional charge of words • Cultural expectations around grief and refusing to lose yourself • Community support, building an online platform, and empowering women Tune in to Wellbeing Wednesdays with Sogand on The Universal Radio Network, 97.9 FM in Edmonton, or globally at www.theuniversalradio.com.IG: @theuniversalradio

Sapreet talks with the Minister of Education and Childcare for Alberta, Demetrios Nicolaides about the province’s new education spending and what it’s meant to change inside real classrooms. We dig into student growth, classroom complexity, rural access to specialists, and how parents and educators can track whether the new supports actually work:• Budget 2026 investments tied to class size and classroom complexity • Enrolment growth of roughly 90,000 students in four years and what that pressure looks like in schools • How complexity teams are staffed and how they support teachers day to day • Examples of one-on-one intervention for behaviour and learning needs • Saskatchewan as a reference point and plans for surveys and data collection • Extra barriers for rural and remote schools and funding to cover travel and accommodation for specialists • Different support models for K to 6 versus grades 7 to 12 and why flexibility matters • How parents can find out if their school gets a team and where to share feedback Tune in to The Universal Radio Network daily on 97.9 FM or through our live-stream at www.theuniversalradio.comIG: @theuniversalradio

Ravia sits down with Dr. Kate Bykowski to get clear on what nurse practitioners do in Alberta and why Nurse Practioner (NP) led primary care could ease the pressure created by family doctor shortages. We also dig into midlife women’s health, the messy reality of internet and AI medical advice, and what better access to perimenopause and menopause care could look like. •  What nurse practitioners can diagnose, prescribe, and manage in Alberta •  How primary care works as a first entry point and why continuity matters •  The funding and compensation barriers that limit NP-led clinic capacity •  Why patients are arriving with TikTok claims and ChatGPT lab summaries •  Midlife women as an overlooked group in women’s health research •  “I don’t feel like myself” as a common perimenopause concern •  The value of longer appointments and three-month follow-ups •  How the Cycles to Cessation clinic model aims to expand access •  Why demographic-specific research, including for South Asian women, is still missing •  What changed after early 2000s hormone therapy headlines and why individualized counselling matters Tune in weekly on Mondays & Thursdays to TURN it up with Ravia on 97.9 FM or live-stream at www.theuniversalradio.comIG: @theuniversalradio

Sogand brings back the joy of school supplies and show how colour, texture, and simple crafts can make your brain feel safer, steadier, and more engaged. In this episode, Sogand connects nostalgia to real psychology and give you a low-cost way to reduce stress and build focus without chasing perfection. • Back-to-school supply nostalgia as a doorway to play and comfort • Colour psychology and visual novelty that boost attention and motivation • Childhood associations through autobiographical memory and sensory cues • Distinctive effect and colour-coding for stronger recall and learning • Dual coding theory and why visual notes feel more satisfying • Neuroplasticity benefits of coordinating hands, senses, and emotion • Flow states through creative focus and why time feels different • Stress relief through interrupting rumination with 15 to 20 minutes of making • Affordable ways to start with supplies you already have or buy second-hand Tune in to Wellbeing Wednesdays with Sogand on The Universal Radio Network, 97.9 FM in Edmonton, or globally at www.theuniversalradio.com.IG: @theuniversalradio

Sapreet sits down with Dr. Sunny Singh to talk about how a childhood vision challenge grew into a career in optometry and a multi-city clinic expansion. We also dig into the real work behind entrepreneurship, why giving back matters, and how cultural representation shapes confidence for the next generation.• How early eye health struggles shaped Sunny’s path into optometry• What it takes to run an optometry clinic beyond patient care• Expanding practices across Calgary and Edmonton while managing growth• Building Harmani and why the team believes in Alberta real estate• Delayed gratification, reinvestment, and paying your staff first• Choosing passion that lasts, with optometry as the anchor• Giving back through time, support, and community sponsorship• Cultural pride, representation, and why the signed jersey matteredStay connected with us on socials at the Universal Radio, and remember to follow us and stream us wherever you get your podcasts.Book an appointment with Dr. Singh at Optical Warehouse Edmonton West, 8628 175 St NW, Edmonton, AB T5T 0M7, Across from West Edmonton MallTelephone: 587-400-7299IG: @theuniversalradio

Ravia sits down with Kanwar Sandhu and Sonny Sekhon to explain why the Brick Invitational Hockey Tournament at West Edmonton Mall feels like the loudest, most electric week in youth hockey. We share the traditions, the history, and the new push to build leadership and inclusivity alongside elite U10 competition. • What The Brick Invitational Hockey Tournament is and why it’s best on best U10 hockey • The shock factor of watching 9 and 10 year olds play at a pro level • How 472 alumni reaching the NHL changes how you see the rink • Favourite memories from the tournament including meeting NHL players and collecting signatures • What makes the experience special for kids and parents from swag to theme days • Where the tournament started and how it became a 37 year Edmonton tradition • What’s new this year including more teams and a skills combine • BRICK Leadership and why respect inclusivity character and kindness are taught on purpose • How parents are brought into the leadership work and why that matters • The When They Were 10 book and where to find it Tune in weekly on Mondays & Thursdays to TURN it up with Ravia on 97.9 FM or live-stream at www.theuniversalradio.comIG: @theuniversalradio

We talk with Edmonton City Councillor Keren Tang about what record rainfall reveals about stormwater capacity, flood response, and what residents can do before the next surge hits. We also connect everyday local issues in Ward Karhiio from schools and safety to transit operations, fireworks rules, disability policy anxiety, aging in place, and the realities of infill redevelopment. • How Edmonton’s drainage system works day to day and why surge events overwhelm it • Where residents can report flooding concerns and how the city and Epcor respond • Homeowner prep basics like sump pumps, downspouts, and clearing eavestroughs • What city council can and cannot do on school capacity and education policy • School zone safety limits after photo radar changes and what design can still do • Why a youth-focused violence prevention approach needs a community-wide lens • What constituents fear about the AISH to ADAP transition and why clarity matters • Why centralized fireworks shows reduce illegal backyard fireworks risks • How to enforce fireworks bylaws while pushing back on racist online narratives • Why the Valley Line Southeast operations change to ETS opens a chance to fine-tune signals • What aging in place looks like through transit, FCSS grants, and senior supports • How infill concerns break down and what the construction accountability program aims to fix Tune in weekly on Mondays & Thursdays to TURN it up with Ravia on 97.9 FM or live-stream at www.theuniversalradio.comIG: @theuniversalradio

We sit down with Edmonton artist JR Rhodes to unpack the meaning behind Awaiting King and why he’s ready to share a more personal, culture-rooted sound. We talk perfectionism, faith and family, plus the real behind-the-scenes work that turns singles into an EP people can live with. • The idea of being “chosen” while still waiting for the moment • Taking control of production and mixing to protect authenticity • Learning when to stop chasing perfect and actually release the art • Drawing inspiration from South Asian heritage, God, and his grandmother Elvira • Journaling and writing from different perspectives to shape each song • Going from sports kid to music nerd to taking the career seriously • Balancing long-term goals with small wins like nominations and placements • Testing songs through listening parties and consumer feedback • What’s next for the release timeline and his new single “Trying” Tune in weekly on Mondays & Thursdays to TURN it up with Ravia on 97.9 FM or live-stream at www.theuniversalradio.comIG: @theuniversalradio

We talk about climate anxiety as a real, complex response to climate change, and we name the grief, anger, guilt and dread that can come with it. We also focus on why this lands differently for the South Asian diaspora and share practical ways to cope without slipping into hopelessness. • Defining climate anxiety as an umbrella term that includes more than anxiety • Explaining why it is not a DSM diagnosis while still being legitimate and measurable • Personal triggers like adult allergies, rising pollen and wildfire smoke • Research snapshots on prevalence and who reports higher levels •The South Asian lens, including UNICEF risk rankings and wet bulb temperature • How floods, heat waves, monsoon shifts and air pollution shape daily life and future planning • Compounding stressors like school pressure, job markets and limited mental health supports • Coping tools: name it, set news boundaries, take small actions, find community • Grounding and body-based techniques for acute moments Tune in weekly with Gurjeet on Wellbeing Wednesdays at 6 PM on 97.9 FM or live-stream at www.theuniversalradio.comIG: @theuniversalradio

Music is a direct line into memory, emotion, movement, and focus because the brain encodes sound alongside our life experiences. We connect the research to real life tools, from rhythm for rehab to playlists and nature sounds for nervous system regulation. • How the hippocampus links songs to autobiographical memories and strong emotions • What research suggests about music and memory recall in Alzheimer’s and dementia • Why rhythm activates motor networks and supports social bonding • How rhythmic auditory stimulation can help movement after stroke and in Parkinson’s • How music listening can boost creative thinking and cognitive flexibility • How music therapy supports mood, anxiety reduction, and emotional awareness • How tempo and sound frequencies can shift arousal, sleepiness, and attention • Simple self care playlist ideas for breathwork, journaling, comfort, and workouts • Why playing instruments supports executive control and neuroplasticity • How nature sounds and ASMR can reduce stress and restore attention  Stay up to date with our podcasts on our socials at the Universal Radio and stream us wherever you get your podcasts. IG: @theuniversalradio

Ravia traces how Mendhi moves from a humble desert plant to one of the most meaningful wedding rituals across South Asia, North Africa, the Middle East, and the diaspora in Canada. I also dig into what modern Mendhi nights look like now, and what respect and safety should mean when henna goes global. • The rise of new wedding add-ons like Y2K parties and what that says about changing culture • What henna is, how lawsone stains skin, and why the plant lasts for weeks • Henna’s history from ancient Egypt to the Indian subcontinent and beyond • How trade routes, religion, and migration spread henna across continents • What a South Asian Mendhi night looks like, from timing to paste ingredients to hidden initials • The meaning of songs, grief, joy, and a women-centred space • Regional styles like Moroccan geometric patterns and Gulf Khaleeji designs • Modernization through Instagram trends, Pinterest aesthetics, and professional wedding industries • Appreciation versus appropriation, plus the dangers of PPD “black henna” Tune in weekly on Mondays & Thursdays to TURN it up with Ravia on 97.9 FM or live-stream at www.theuniversalradio.comIG: @theuniversalradio

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We look at gratitude through neuroscience and psychology, and why it can feel like a lifeline when the world gets heavy. We share evidence-backed reasons gratitude works, plus simple practices you can use in minutes to shift attention without pretending problems do not exist. • Evidence that regular gratitude supports well-being and optimism • How gratitude engages brain networks tied to reward and moral cognition • Negativity bias and how mindfulness helps us notice good • Gratitude as a relationship-strengthening emotion that builds trust and reciprocity • Links to resilience, less rumination, better sleep quality, and healthier patterns • How grief and gratitude coexist and create psychological breathing room • Practical tools like gratitude journals, letters, mental subtraction, and exceptions • Short mindfulness practices like breathing pauses, body scans, and savour exercises  Stay up to date with our podcasts on our socials at the Universal Radio and stream us wherever you get your podcasts. IG: @theuniversalradio

We talk with registered psychologist Komal Kumar about how to choose a therapist when counselling is new and confusing. We break down credentials, confidentiality, and fit so you can walk into a first appointment with more clarity and less fear. • Differences between therapist, counsellor, registered psychologist, and psychiatrist • Why regulation matters for ethics, accountability, and complaints • What provisional psychologists are and why supervised practice can help • When to start therapy, including preventative mental health care • Common fears about stigma, weakness, and cultural privacy • How confidentiality works and the narrow exceptions • What to expect in a first session, including consent and goal setting • How to know therapy is working, and when it is not a good fit • Why the therapeutic alliance matters more than a perfect script Learn more about Komal Kumar by following her on Instagram @komalpsychTune in weekly with Gurjeet on Wellbeing Wednesdays at 6 PM on 97.9 FM or live-stream at www.theuniversalradio.comIG: @theuniversalradio

We unpack the rise of Bakra parties and why this newer pre-wedding event is showing up across Punjabi weddings in Canada and other diaspora communities. We explore how food, sports, social media, and changing gender norms turn one night into a cultural signal about what modern tradition can look like. • What a Bakra party is and when it happens in the wedding week • Possible origins including goat references, blue-collar yard culture, and men’s hangout rituals • How ladies-only sangeets shift toward family and co-ed events • Modern Bakra party formats including themes, jersey nights, games, and groom roasts • The wedding industry influence through packages, vendors, and curated aesthetics • Diaspora identity in Canada across BC, Alberta, and Ontario shaping new traditions • Social media, FOMO, and why “Instagram worthy” matters to millennials and Gen Z • Concerns about rowdiness, roasting boundaries, tradition dilution, and copying Western bachelor culture • Why intention and respect make the difference when adding new events Tune in weekly on Mondays & Thursdays to TURN it up with Ravia on 97.9 FM or live-stream at www.theuniversalradio.comIG: @theuniversalradio

We dig into how movies and TV shape what people believe about mental illness, from fear-based villain stories to glossy “tortured genius” myths. We also highlight what healthier representation looks like when shows normalize therapy, medication, recovery, and real human complexity. • Villainization tropes that use diagnosis as a motive for evil • Split as an example of DID being linked to danger • Cultivation theory and how repeated images reshape “reality” • Stats on violence portrayals and why they stick in the audience mind • Lack of racial diversity in mental illness representation on screen • Eomanticization of mental illness through the “tortured genius” lens • A Beautiful Mind and the harmful willpower-over-medication message • Community stigma around psychiatric medication and seeking help • Strong portrayals of depression, addiction, PTSD, grief and therapy • Adolescence as a complicated and nuanced middle ground • What good representation needs: recovery, diversity, normalized care Tune in weekly to Wellbeing Wednesday with Gurjeet Gill on The Universal Radio Network, 97.9 FM in Edmonton, or globally at www.theuniversalradio.comIG: @theuniversalradio

We trace Blitzkrieg’s journey from a Punjabi household in Mississauga to UK breakthroughs and two decades of work shaping South Asian Canadian hip hop. We also get real about surviving cancer and a motorcycle crash, then turning that urgency into music, live performance, and a culture-first business. • Growing up in Toronto between Punjabi media at home and hip hop outside • Discovering representation through Apache Indian and starting to rap early • Getting played by Punjabi MC and landing opportunities across the UK scene • Choosing education and marketing work to build stability alongside music • Being diagnosed with Hodgkin’s lymphoma and letting go of fame chasing • Surviving a serious motorcycle crash and refusing to sit on unreleased ideas • Thinking about legacy and supporting the next generation of South Asian Canadian artists • Building Broken Rickshaw to bring South Asian inspiration into the liquor market • Favourite collaborations and the mindset behind experimenting across genres • Creating unplugged live Punjabi hip hop with a band plus rock and jazz roots Learn more about Blitzkrieg by following him on Instagram @blitzmusic1Tune in weekly on Mondays & Thursdays to TURN it up with Ravia on 97.9 FM or live-stream at www.theuniversalradio.comIG: @theuniversalradio

We talk with Alberta Opposition Leader Naheed Nenshi about why the proposed referendum is effectively a vote to start leaving Canada, even if it’s framed as “process.” We break down the legal roadblocks, the economic risk, and what a stronger Alberta inside Canada could look like if leaders focus on getting results instead of feeding anger. • Why a “process” vote still triggers an Alberta separation path • How the Supreme Court guidance and the Clarity Act shape any referendum • Why referendum uncertainty can drive away investment and stall major projects • The Brexit comparison and what a decade of fallout can look like • How political incentives can put national unity at risk • Alternatives to separatism for people frustrated with Ottawa • A practical vision for pipelines, power grid rebuilding, and economic diversification • Why the social and family stress of separation politics matters Tune in to The Universal Radio Network daily on 97.9 FM or through our live-stream at www.theuniversalradio.comIG: @theuniversalradio

We chase a too perfect story about Jugni’s origins and end up face to face with how misinformation spreads through oral history, newspapers, and diaspora retellings. We also map what Jugni becomes across Punjabi folk music, spirituality, film, and migration, and why she still feels like the sharpest voice in the room. • A village elder’s Jubilee torch claim and why it felt so believable • Tracking the story to a 2005 Punjabi Tribune article and later translations • The date problem: Victoria’s Jubilee versus the 1906 timeline • Alternative etymologies: jugnu as firefly, roots tied to light, and grammatical debates • Jugni as talisman, sacred thread, and metaphor for the soul’s bond with the divine • Jugni as a travelling witness in lyrics, satire, and political commentary • Jugni in Bollywood as a narrative pivot toward selfhood and resistance • Diaspora Jugni in the club, on the IELTS track, and in migration storylines • Gendered blame in folk narratives and what that reveals about “culture” Thank you for listening, you can hear Ravia every Thursday on 97.9 FM or through our live-stream at www.theuniversalradio.comIG: @theuniversalradio

We break down LGBTQIA+ language in plain terms, then connect it to the mental health realities queer South Asian people face in Canada. We talk about respect, heteronormativity, colonial roots of homophobia, family honour pressure, and why culturally relevant mental health services can be hard to find but deeply needed. • A journaling prompt for summer obligations and burnout • What 2S LGBTQIA+ letters mean in everyday language • Why names, pronouns, and identity are about basic respect • Heteronormativity and how it shapes stigma and scapegoating • Intersectionality and why queer South Asian experiences are unique • Family expectations, shame, disowning fears, and isolation risks • Racism in Western queer spaces and the feeling of not fitting anywhere • Gaps in culturally competent therapy and barriers to seeking support Tune in weekly to Wellbeing Wednesday with Gurjeet Gill on The Universal Radio Network, 97.9 FM in Edmonton, or globally at www.theuniversalradio.comIG: @theuniversalradio

We break down why South Asian weddings can feel like pure joy and pure pressure at the same time, from the marriage market to the modern wedding economy. We look at how status, community expectations, and social media push celebrations bigger, pricier, and harder to navigate. • Pressure to marry as a social obligation tied to family status • Mental health strain from constant questions and expectations • Conspicuous consumption and why weddings become public status displays • Diaspora “new money” dynamics and the urge to one up • Event inflation from blended South Asian and Western traditions • Debt, guest-list reciprocity, and weddings as social and economic capital • Performance, authenticity, and the upside of supporting local vendors • Wedding price markups and the accessibility gap they create Thank you for listening, you can hear Ravia every Thursday on 97.9 FM or through our live-stream at www.theuniversalradio.comIG: @theuniversalradio

We trace Sikh Heritage Month in Canada through the hard parts and the breakthroughs, from early migration and exclusionary laws to the RCMP turban fight and Sikh political firsts. Then we pivot into South Asian wedding culture and lay down a primer on why marriage can feel like a community project, plus what the “marriage market” does to people under pressure. • Spring energy leading to overcommitting and burning out • Marathon training nerves and asking listeners for tips • Why April is Sikh Heritage Month and how Vaisakhi fits • Early Sikh diaspora routes through empire and military service • Anti-Asian sentiment and racist immigration laws in British Columbia • Disenfranchisement, land restrictions, and the Continuous Journey rule • Komagata Maru as a defining Canadian immigration injustice • Postwar policy shifts and the 1960s end of racial quotas • Gurdwaras as community hubs and the cost of assimilation pressures • RCMP uniform change and the Supreme Court affirmation • Sikh Canadian political milestones and what representation signals • Why South Asian weddings merge families not just partners • The “marriage market” and the constant questions at gatherings • Biodata culture and how caste, colourism, and status creep in • Arranged marriage versus forced marriage with consent as the line Thank you for listening, you can hear Ravia every Thursday on 97.9 FM or through our live-stream at www.theuniversalradio.comIG: @theuniversalradio

We sit down with two Donovans to preview Edmonton’s festival season and the big collaboration that connects Taste of Edmonton, K-Days, and the Great Outdoor Comedy Festival. We break down what’s free, what costs money, why affordability matters, and how the Eat Play Laugh pass turns one summer weekend into a city-wide plan.• Free entry and free stage performances at Taste of Edmonton • Food tickets model and why ticket pricing stays unchanged since 2018 • Spotlight on local independent restaurants and community impact • Great Outdoor Comedy Festival at Kinsmen Park and the outdoor “bring a chair” vibe • How the comedy festival started in Edmonton and grew across Canada • Eat Play Laugh bundle details, what’s included, and why festivals choose collaboration • Key dates for Taste of Edmonton, K-Days, and Great Outdoor Comedy Festival • Limited availability and why the package is expected to sell quickly • Culture and performance teasers including South Asian dance groups For more information visit eatplaylaugh.caIG: @theuniversalradio

We meet Hardy Singh in Edmonton during his first Canada tour with Karan Aujla, and trace how a kid raised in Dubai turns family celebrations into a global Bhangra mission. We talk about building teams worldwide, pushing dancers into headline slots, and what it takes to make passion pay. • First Canada tour energy and why Edmonton crowds matter • Early Bhangra influence through family celebrations in Dubai • Starting a Bhangra group in 2011 and learning online when local teachers were scarce • Growing from college competitions to paid performances and bigger opportunities • Taking Bhangra workshops worldwide and teaching in more than 56 countries • Mentoring local groups so Bhangra scenes keep moving year-round • Making dancers the main act and demanding professional respect and fair pay • Concert-day ritual and the music that gets Hardy into his zone • How Hardy becomes an official tour choreographer for Karan Aujla and what that milestone means • Designing a standout vest to blend Punjabi tradition with P-pop CultureTune in to The Universal Radio Network daily on 97.9 FM or through our live-stream at www.theuniversalradio.comIG: @theuniversalradio

We make a science-backed case for bringing whimsy back into adult life, not as a cute extra but as a real way to train cognitive flexibility and improve wellbeing. We connect play, creativity, and positive emotion to dopamine, brain networks, stress recovery, and practical habits you can start even on a tight budget. • why whimsy depends on cognitive flexibility and prefrontal cortex shifting • how creative activities and novelty help loosen rigid thinking patterns • a simple reset exercise that turns “I’ll never get this right” into progress • why playfulness activates the default mode network and dopamine seeking systems • “just because” ideas that make daily life more exploratory and less pressured • how the executive control network helps entrepreneurs refine creative ideas • using colour, texture, markers, gel pens, and construction paper to make adult tasks feel lighter • building positive affect to support working memory, problem solving, and novel associations • broaden-and-build theory and why playful habits strengthen resilience before hard times • physiology benefits like lower stress response and faster recovery after stressful moments Stay up to date with our podcasts on our socials at the Universal Radio and stream us wherever you get your podcasts. IG: @theuniversalradio

We break down why imposter syndrome can feel louder during uncertainty and why it often targets high performers, not beginners. We connect self-doubt to locus of control, anxiety, burnout, and the pressure to keep moving the goalpost instead of taking in real wins. • Defining imposter syndrome as persistent self-doubt despite evidence of competence • Imposter syndrome not being a formal DSM diagnosis while still feeling intense • Internal vs external locus of control and how it shapes confidence and resilience • recognising how upbringing bullying caregivers peers and work culture affect self-belief • small acts of agency and self-efficacy that shift perceived control • cultural impostor syndrome and racial impostor syndrome and the role of perception • global instability and uncertainty increasing external control beliefs and anxiety • CBT-style three-column exercise to separate control from evidence • reducing isolation by talking to someone and using support groups • reality checks self-evaluation and gathering proof of accomplishments • mindfulness nature breath work online limits and healthier boundaries Utilize these resources, utilize the help that's out there, and don't avoid the opportunities and support because there are people that do want to hear you out, and there are people that can really relate to you. Tune in weekly to Wellbeing Wednesdays with Sogand on The Universal Radio Network, 97.9 FM in Edmonton, or globally at www.theuniversalradio.comIG: @theuniversalradio

We pay tribute to Asha Bhosle and trace how her voice became the soundtrack of Indian cinema across eight decades. I reflect on reinvention, the stories we project onto famous women, and why a legacy can outlast the moment a legend is gone. • Asha Bhosle’s passing at 92 and why her work matters • The scale of her career with 10,000 recorded songs • Growing up in the Mangeshkar musical household • Finding an identity beyond Lata Mangeshkar’s shadow • The producer phone call that triggers a full reinvention • Versatility across classical, Western-influenced, folk, qawwali and ghazal styles • Playback singing explained and why Bollywood relies on it • How film archetypes shape women’s voices and roles • The rivalry rumours and what both sisters actually say • Early marriage, separation and raising children while working nonstop • Creative and romantic partnership with R.D. Burman • Grief, endurance and practising celebration as a habit • Big questions about being remembered and what we leave behind Thank you for listening, you can hear Ravia every Thursday on 97.9 FM or through our live-stream at www.theuniversalradio.comIG: @theuniversalradio

We revisit boundaries through a South Asian diaspora lens and get specific about what happens when limits are too rigid, too porous, or missing altogether. I connect healthy boundaries to the circle of control so you can stop burning energy on other people’s reactions and start choosing what you can realistically carry• Boundaries as capacity and sustainability in relationships • Why collectivist and family-oriented cultures need clear limits • Rigid boundaries as an impenetrable wall and how they show up at home • Porous boundaries as overgiving and the line between care and self-erasure • Healthy boundaries as a screen door that stays flexible • Circle of control, circle of influence, and circle of concern explained simply • How “log kya kahenge” pulls us into the outer ring • Myths that shame people for limits and how to spot manipulation • Setting consequences without trying to control anyone • Real-life example of car access and following through Tune in weekly to Wellbeing Wednesday with Gurjeet Gill on The Universal Radio Network, 97.9 FM in Edmonton, or globally at www.theuniversalradio.comIG: @theuniversalradio