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On this episode we sit down with Sukhman Gill from Toronto, Ontario. We discuss his role on the new Jus reign show "Late Bloomer" and the process of the show. We also dive in to his career as an actor including the highs and lows. It was great to hear Sukhman's story and hope you all enjoy! Don't forget to subscribe and let us know your thoughts below! IG: @iamsukhmangill @thebainsandbeerspodcast

This episode we sit down with Peak, rapper from Surrey BC who takes us on his journey from the start of his career. The highs and lows of his music career and the importance of the people around him. Unfortunately, due to technical difficulties the video cuts out around the 30 minute mark. Sorry for the inconvenience, but we have the full audio uploaded. Make sure to follow peaks music journey on his Instagram @t6peak.

In this episode of Bains and Beers podcast, we're joined by Studio Elan, master makeup artist at Studio Elan. We discuss her career, delve into relationships, explore South Asian family dynamics, and reflect on the changing roles of parents in the new generation.

In this captivating episode of the Bains and Beers podcast, we are joined by @kanikasasan. Kanika takes us on her remarkable journey of acclimating to Canadian culture after tying the knot at the tender age of 19 and relocating to Canada, followed swiftly by the joys and challenges of motherhood. She candidly shares the initial hardships she faced, struggling with homesickness and the stark differences in lifestyle between her bustling hometown of Delhi and the quieter atmosphere of Richmond, Canada, two decades ago. Kanika’s narrative unfolds with her unyielding passion for acting, a dream she was compelled to put on hold due to her family’s conservatism and the limited prospects of an acting career at that time. However, her story serves as a testament to the enduring spirit of pursuing one’s dreams, as she embarks on a new chapter at the age of 40, enrolling in acting school to chase her long-held ambition. Kanika also emphasizes the importance of balancing her roles as a mother and aspiring actor while involving her children in her unconventional career choices. In addition to her personal journey, this episode delves into various topics, including discussions on the impact of Bollywood on the wedding industry, the controversy surrounding the “lengha ban,” and conversations on nepotism in the entertainment industry. Tune in this week for a riveting conversation that will inspire and motivate you to chase your dreams, regardless of the obstacles in your path.

In this epsiode of the Bains and Beers podcast we are joined by guests Kristin Gill and her fiancé Vlad, co-founders of Re Angle. We kick off the episode with Kristin sharing her journey from the corporate grind to founding her own real estate marketing company, Re Angle, inspired by her father’s influence and her own passion for real estate. Kristin then takes us behind the scenes of her latest social media post, which garnered 4 million views. Where she features a 200 sqft apartment condo in Vancouver's Downtown Eastside, offered for rent at $2,000, this property, a renovated SRO (Single Room Occupancy), sparked significant controversy, attracting attention from journalists, news outlets, politicians, and a housing advocate who created his own take on the viral video. She shares how the situation escalated politically, with assumptions about Kristin and Vlad's connections to specific political parties. Further, Kristin then shares the passion driving her newest innovative segment “Real People, Real Rent,” where she uncovers real-life stories of tenants in the lower mainland, discovered through Craigslist. This segment offers viewers a genuine glimpse into diverse living spaces and the realities of rent prices. Our discussion also touches on the complexities of tenant-landlord relationships. Anand then shares his experiences as a Property Manager renting out units in the lower mainland, revealing some unusual encounters with potential tenants. The conversation then takes a personal turn when Vlad joins us. Together, Kristin and Vlad shares their love story and the nuances of working side by side as a couple. Vlad, a migrant from Russia, compares life in Canada and Russia, highlighting cultural differences and shared values, particularly in the context of their upcoming traditional Sikh wedding and sharing each other’s customs and family traditions. The couple then discusses the early challenges in their entrepreneurial path, like the lack of initial support from friends and family, highlighting the importance of a robust business plan, quality product, and strong relationships. Kristin talks about her initial strategy of providing services at below-market rates to secure her first clients. We then delve into the couple's entrepreneurial journey, marked by initial setbacks, including the lack of initial support from friends and family, highlighting the importance of a robust business plan, an exceptional product, and nurturing professional relationships. Kristin then candidly discusses her strategy of offering services at below-market rates during the early stages of their business to secure her first set of clients. Finally, the hosts, Ajay and Anand, reflect on the podcast's evolution– from makeshift iPhone recordings from the kitchen counter with the backdrop of household noises, including a running dishwasher and our bebe’s path playing in the background, their progression to a professional studio setup.

In this episode of the Bains and Beers podcast, we're joined by sisters Monica and Alyesha from Events by B Planning, trailblazers in Vancouver's wedding industry specializing in behind-the-scenes (BTS) coverage. We delve into their career journey, starting from homemade videos to creating content for businesses and then making a successful entry into the lucrative Indian wedding industry. The sisters share their initial criticism and skepticism their business faced from the community and within the industry and how they overcame those initial hurdles. They highlight their specific market and demographic, noting the growing trend of couples hosting extravagant weddings, often orchestrated for going viral on social media, and their role in capturing these moments. They also recount some of the challenges they encountered from their early gigs while taking BTS, from skeptical family members and overstepping uncles to unexpected requests for childcare and being mistakenly identified as the “cleaning crew”. They also share some amusing incidents capturing live footage of aunties beefing over who gets the last “boli”, handling the fallout of disorganized 'milni' ceremonies, and of course the encounters with the pretentious cousins and reluctant brown guys at these wedding events. The sisters proceed to discuss their upbringing and their paths to embracing their culture, leading Moni to share her experience of connecting more deeply with her roots, particularly through a bhangra class at University. She also recounts the criticism she faced from international students for being a “white-washed” brown girl and not being able to understand the language. Alyesha, a recent bride herself, also shares her insights on crucial pre-wedding conversations. We also discuss generational trauma, internal politics within desi families, expectations and the overall societal pressures imposed on daughters-in-laws that are engraved in our culture. We wrap this episode up with conversations relating to brown guys, red flags, haters, cultural nuances, and double standards. We hope you enjoy this episode and stay tuned for @nolanprasad next week!

In this episode of Bains & Beers, we're joined by Sebastian Lavoie to delve into his remarkable journey through the ranks to become a Sergeant Major General. Our conversation explores the themes of overcoming adversity, self-discovery, and the pursuit of personal excellence. He brings a wealth of knowledge from his extensive 20-year tenure with the RCMP. Originally from Quebec, his journey in the Canadian Armed Forces pre-dates 9/11, setting the stage for a notable career in law enforcement. Seb's professional path was marked by his roles in the Mounties' high-profile and elite divisions. He began his journey with the BC Lower Mainland Emergency Response Team (ERT), where he served as a team leader. His retirement in 2021 marked the end of an era as the Divisional Sergeant Major for the RCMP’s largest division, “E” Division in British Columbia. Seb recounts his entrance into law enforcement and provides a perspective on the present dynamics of policing. We also explore broader societal issues, including the impact of social media and the evolving culture within policing. We delve into how modern-day officers often find themselves scrutinized during their duties. The conversation further explores the concept of force, its various levels, and its implications. Additionally, we discuss the driving forces in life, strategies for self-improvement, facing challenges, and recognizing the immense potential within each of us We hope you enjoy this episode. Stay tuned as next week we have @eventsbybplanning_

In this episode of Bains and Beers Podcast, we're joined by Sharan of Contoured Studios @contouredstudios as she recounts the highs and lows of her 15-year tenure in the beauty industry. She shares her initial struggles, including a tale of her early corporate days when a client repeatedly altered their look and then refused to compensate her after her service was completed. The conversation then delves into the taxing nature of the industry, both mentally and physically, highlighting the struggles/demands faced by photographers, videographers, and makeup artists. Who often face criticism for their fees despite lacking health care benefits, sick leave, and other standard entitlements. Sharan also shares her personal sacrifices, such as missing key family milestones and taking a brief four-week maternity leave. Additionally, we address the new directives that the Akal Takht has announced regarding destination weddings, and Sharan provides her perspective on the new regulations affecting interfaith and same-sex marriages. We hope you enjoy this episode. Stay tuned as next week we have @eventsbybplanning_

In this episode, we're thrilled to welcome real estate titan and seasoned entrepreneur, Raj Aadmi, alongside his wife, Mannu Sandhu, a renowned Canadian Influencer and Producer of the South Asian Film Festival. We delve into the heartwarming journey of Mannu, who as an immigrant, arrived in Canada at the age of 14 with the resolute dream of supporting her mother and siblings through real estate. She shares and reflects on the challenges of acclimatizing to Canadian culture and how many migrant Canadians had to become accustom to Canadian traditions to avoid discrimination and “fit in”. Raj then opens up about his rollercoaster entrepreneurial journey. From reveling in the pinnacle of success to facing a steep downfall during the 2008 financial crisis. A poignant moment that shifted his trajectory was the decline of his card while buying a coffee. It was this humbling experience that presented him with two choices - rebuild or surrender. He chose to embark on a holistic healing journey, nurturing his spiritual, mental, and physical well-being. This rejuvenation empowered him with the confidence to take calculated risks again and rebuild his wealth and his current successes. Together, Raj and Mannu then give us a glimpse into their personal journey, recounting how their bond solidified during the challenges of COVID. They also share valuable insights on nurturing relationships and underscore the significance of mutual support in chasing dreams, living together before marriage and navigating disagreements. We trust you'll find inspiration in their stories. Stay tuned for our upcoming episode next Tuesday featuring Sharan from @contouredstudios

In this episode of the Bains & Beers Podcast, we're joined by our local Money Coach, Gina Judge, @iamginajudge Gina takes us through her remarkable journey, from her beginnings as a Money Coach and Mortgage Broker, to the pivotal moments that shaped her path. She delves into the strategies that propelled her business to success and allowed her to touch the lives of nearly 300,000 women. With candid vulnerability, Gina opens up about her upbringing in a challenging environment, raised by a single mother while contending with an abusive, alcoholic father. She discusses how this background deeply influenced her connections with friends, her mother, men, and her relationship with money. This conversation naturally leads us to explore topics such as following one's intuition, the significance of a strong support system, and the importance of preserving one's energy. Gina also sheds light on the challenges of being in the public eye, including dealing with haters, negative comments on social media, and skepticism about the information she shares. She also shares her experiences dating men in Vancouver with those in Miami, highlighting the differences in confidence levels among men, particularly when it comes to making the first move and approaching women in British Columbia vs Maimi. The conversation extends to financial stability, emphasizing the need for multiple income streams and setting financial goals. Additionally, Gina discusses the essential conversations that couples should have when in a relationship: exploring their respective financial upbringings, assessing their current financial situations, defining financial objectives, and addressing the topic of prenuptial agreements. We hope you enjoy this episode with @iamginajudge and don’t forget to subscribe/tune in next week to @raj_aadmi + @mnusandhu

We kick off this season with @babangillcouture, delving into her remarkable decade-long journey within the fashion industry. In this episode, Baban opens up about her humble beginnings as the eldest of four, raised by her single mother, her inspiration and driving force behind her brand Baban Gill Couture. Baban also allows viewers a glimpse into her early days in entrepreneurship, expertly balancing her responsibilities between her mother's janitorial business, her job with the Surrey School district, her position at Future Shop, and the challenges of running her growing clothing line. Baban also speaks about her relationship with her siblings, with her sister (whom alongside her shares a few words), on the foundation that they were built on, her support system and her husband. We then delve into her thoughts on navigating the world of social media as an influencer today, discussing the concept of "nazar", and her reservations about sharing her personal life, especially when it comes to her children. We end this episode off with Baban touching on the competitive aspects of her industry, her unique niche, and some entertaining tales from her encounters with clients, including a time she was asked to recreate her designs. Throughout this episode, Baban also shares all the exciting projects she's been working on, along with some exclusive announcements for her followers and our listeners. We hope you enjoy the first episode of Season 4 and look forward to having @iamginajudge next week!

On the Part 2 of our Season 3 Finale, we continue on the conversation relating to prenups & divorces, cheating, and controlling partners. We also talk about uncomfortable conversations amongst couples, moving in with in-laws, and how we as men are often caught in between our wives and our mothers during disagreements amongst both parties. Moving along, we continue on the narrative thats pushed in our community. @onlyrandz shares his insights on how our mums are human and woman, who are often responsible for the broken relationships they have with their daughter-in-laws. We then touch on desi parenting and how often children of immigrant parents are raised by their friends, due to them working x amount of jobs to keep their households afloat and the long-term effects Ending of this episode and season, we talk about Randys rise to fame, his recent encounters at Home Depot & Tap House, the incidents in surrounding students on visas.”

We are excited to introduce our 2 Part Season 3 Finale with Richmond’s finest @onlyrandz On this episode we talk about all the outlandish things we desis do, living “lifestyles” while leaving in our parents basements, flexing Rollie’s after your Chacha helps secure your first close and the vehicles that your parents took equity out to flex. All jokes aside, we take a deep dive into the current state of our society, the optics and what the current norms are here in Surrey, for the average desi household. We talk about relationships, @onlyrandz experiences dating someone younger, the whole “nayani” stigma, healthy arguments amongst couples, etc. We also touch on females and their “real relationships” with their friends, and the comparison game: how often times women are comparing their relationships with their boyfriends to their friends: the jealousy, the hate and of course the overall “fakeness” Lastly, we end Part 1 with the discussion on weddings, how women feel that they have to get married by a certain age, and tend to overlook bunday: a blind eye to all the flashing red flags just get married, and the aftermath: divorces. We also talk about expectations, the extravagance and the expense on weddings in our community, including milnis with your local MP @sukhdhaliwal present.

On this episode of the Bains & Beers podcast, we are pleased to introduce our conversation with one of the wedding industry’s prominent figures, “the Martha Stewart of Indian Weddings”, Jessie Khaira. This OG has significantly influenced how weddings have been perceived and executed today with her innovation and passion for design this past decade. Jessie shares her experiences and perspectives within the wedding industry and sheds light on the dynamics of cultural shifts and the financial aspects of organizing extravagant events. She also provides insight on one of the most talked about high-profile weddings she produced and some of the backlash and encounters she faced. We also have conversations on a deeper level beyond Jessie’s professional persona. Jessie shares her vulnerability and openness about her personal struggles, such as mental health and family issues, which we all can resonate with. We also touch on Jessie thoughts on being a mum in today’s generation, how work-ethic is perceived, and her stance on the current Social Media & and “Sugar Daddy” Culture. Date of Recording Nov.3/22

In this episode of Bains and Beers, we have real estate mogul Randy Mann from Randy Mann Homes. Randy shares some of his greatest successes and lessons learnt being in the real estate industry. We start off this podcast with him sharing his humble beginnings - from working at a grocery store to knocking door to door as a vacuum salesmen. He travels us back into time where he shares his struggles as a parent, husband and a man - dealing with depression, financial hardship, and his relationship with alcohol. Which all lead to the the million dollar marketing plan. Tune into the pod to find out how Randy’s love for “Crown Coke” sparked the idea for curating a seven figure business and one of Surrey’s most successful real estate marketing plans.

Raveena - Just Cakes Bakeshop This week’s episode features Raveena @ravthechef from Just Cakes Bakeshop. Raveena is known for many of her successes: as a baker, judge and pastry chef. She is recognized for many of her accomplishments as an entrepreneur and her advocacy for South Asian women in business. We start this episode by embarking on her journey in the industry - her humble beginnings as a baker; from being a contestant to a judge on the Food Network and how the power of scaling help her business go nationwide. We discuss her strong business acumen, the “workaholic” mentality, overnight successes and her thoughts on haters, copycats + unsolicited opinions from the South Asian community. We also dive into Raveena’s life outside of JCB. Her experiences as a newlywed, moving to a new city, living with in-laws and the struggle/expectation of being the perfect daughter and daughter-in-law. She also touches on the adjustments, compromises and the commitment it takes for a successful marriage.

On this weeks podcast of the Bains & Beers we have Jess Loco. We dive in on his life experiences: his come up into the Punjabi music industry and overcoming his “mic fright” to dropping bangers with Mickey Singh. He also shares explicit details of his life altering accident, the trauma of being told he wouldn’t be able to walk again and his recovery - inspired by the power of meditation, Napoleon Hill, and his mother. Jessie also sheds light into his personal life and his silence on the scrutiny he faced while being in a relationship with his ex partner. He shared how his relationship with his ex partner affected his relationship with his family, mental health, and reputation amongst the South Asian community.

On this Episode we sit down with Sportsnet Analyst and Hockey Night in Punjabi host Randip Janda. We discuss how he made it to where he is today. His story from working in Omni news to working a dream job in sports is inspiring. We also talk about the Canucks, other sports including Kyrie, the old generation vs new generation of players and more. Randip is also very close in the community and highlighted some of our own local talent throughout the podcast. Go give him a follow on his socials @randipjanda and catch him on Sportsnet with the players of the NHL. Make sure to leave a like if you enjoyed Randip on the Pod and don't forget to subscribe! Trying to get to 1k. Thank you for the support on Season 3 so far we can't wait to release the rest so stay tuned for more! Tiktok @bainsandbeers Instagram @Thebainsandbeerspodcast ​

We sat down with Harpo, general manager of 5X and fellow podcast host of brown girl guilt. Harpo is a great guest with a unique perspective which you will enjoy. We talked about relationships, toxic traits in the brown community and even came across the topic of sex. Thank you all for the recent support, We appreciate the love and feedback. Make sure to leave a like if you enjoyed Harpo on the Pod and don't forget to subscribe! Trying to get to 1k on youtube. Thank you for the support on Season 3 so far we can't wait to release the rest so stay tuned for more! Tiktok @bainsandbeers Instagram @Thebainsandbeerspodcast ​

On this episode we interview the legendary Thug Pun, hearing his stories from childhood to his adult life is amazing. He has a great perspective on life and how to live your life. Talking to him definitely let us see another side of the man, the myth, the legend Thug Pun. Make sure to leave a like if you rock with Thug and forget to subscribe! Trying to get to 1k. Thank you for the support on Season 3 so far we can't wait to release the rest so stay tuned for more! Tiktok @bainsandbeers Instagram @Thebainsandbeerspodcast ​