Best Vivek Shraya Podcasts (2025)

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Seasons of Jealousy 17:49

14d ago17:49

17:49

Vivek and Sara Quin discuss professional jealousy during Tegan and Sara’s come up in the music industry, re-defining what success means, and not wanting to be at Fashion Week. I Won't Envy is a podcast by Vivek Shraya co-produced with Buddies in Bad Times Theatre. Audio engineering by Beau Cassidy. Cover artwork by Tim Singleton. Learn more about t…

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S3E7 - We Need To Talk About Fake Friends 👀 Ft. Villa 1:09:57

14d ago1:09:57

1:09:57

This month’s episode is about real ones, fake ones, and everything messy in between - including whether humans are born good, evil, or just plain petty 🤷🏽‍♀️ Stereotypes? Cancelled. Grandpas? Questionable. Moral compasses? Under review. 🫡 KayRay’s out here channeling Lisa Simpson, while Bali’s busy pushing her evil agenda as usual! We’ve got a pack…

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It Just Moves with You 21:02

2M ago21:02

21:02

Vivek Shraya talks to photographer Paul Mpagi Sepuya about humanizing artistic idols, demystifying perceptions of creative success, and the challenge of feeling that identity must precede art when you are racialized. I Won't Envy is a podcast by Vivek Shraya co-produced with Buddies in Bad Times Theatre. Audio engineering by Beau Cassidy. Cover art…

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S3E6 - Does being a Woman kind of.. suck? 50:01

2M ago50:01

50:01

happy international women’s month! in this episode, we put on our pointy, tinfoil hats and dive into all of our hot takes on astrology HATERS (because mercury stays in retrograde), men's cycles vs. women's cycles, spinsters vs. witches and the patriarchy doing what it does best… ruining the vibe. grab your cha and join us as we get real, raw, and m…

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Jaded not Jealous 15:44

3M ago15:44

15:44

Vivek talks to Kiran Rai (kayray) about her experiences of professional jealousy in acting and film, South Asian cultural expectations, and the idea of jealousy as a mirror. I Won't Envy is a podcast by Vivek Shraya co-produced with Buddies in Bad Times Theatre. Audio engineering by Beau Cassidy. Cover artwork by Tim Singleton. Learn more about the…

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S3E5 - Can Guys & Girls Be Friends? 👀 Ft. Villa 53:18

3M ago53:18

53:18

happy love month❣️ & what better way to celebrate than to ask my love to join us this episode?! villa has a cup of a cha with us, and the tea is pipin’! we chat about his new EP ‘chill vill’ 🎶, the truth about the music and film industry and the rise of anti-brown rhetoric and racism in canada... and of course, we ask the age old question.. can guy…

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Your Projection is Not My Reality 29:43

4M ago29:43

29:43

Vivek talks to Alok about jealousy as a teacher, destigmatizing shame and more. Plus, the multi-hyphenate artists unpack some of the feelings of jealousy that they’ve had toward one another. I Won't Envy is a podcast by Vivek Shraya co-produced with Buddies in Bad Times Theatre. Audio engineering by Beau Cassidy. Cover artwork by Tim Singleton. Lea…

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Do You Have a Jealousis? 27:15

6M ago27:15

27:15

Vivek talks with drag superstars Denim and Pythia about comparison and jealousy in the drag community, the toxicity of online fan culture, returning to their own sense of artistry, and how to build a sense of solidarity between drag artists. I Won't Envy is a podcast by Vivek Shraya co-produced with Buddies in Bad Times Theatre. Audio engineering b…

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Coming Soon: I Won't Envy 0:47

6M ago0:47

0:47

I Won’t Envy is a new podcast series where award winning author and artist Vivek Shraya has intimate one-on-one conversations with fellow artists working in various fields — including performance artist Alok, musician Sara Quin (from Tegan and Sara) and writer Alicia Elliott—who disclose their experiences with professional jealousy. In Season 1, la…

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S3E4 - My Ex-BoyFriend Was Possessed?! And More Scary Stories 👻 35:23

7M ago35:23

35:23

To celebrate our fav time of year, we wanted to get in the spirit and share some freaky stories that might keep you up at night 👻🎃 hear the eerie, bone-chilling tales of the creepy ex, the man in punjab, the ray lawson vampire, the hotel horror, the dorm-room nightmare and the imaginary friend.. 👀☠️🖤 tune in if you dare⚠️ FOLLOW US: KayRay:ig: http…

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S3E3 - Are Brown Weddings Getting Out Of Control?! - The DARK SIDE To Weddings PART 2 50:16

9M ago50:16

50:16

If the proposals, bachelor/bachelorettes and expectation from guests aren't already enough; we also go in about the DARK SIDE of weddings this episode. Tune in into part 2 of our episode! FOLLOW US: KayRay:ig: https://www.instagram.com/kay__ray/ facebook: https://www.facebook.com/kayrayco snapchat: @kiranrai #ChaDaCupWithKayRay:ig: https://www.inst…

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S3E2 - Are Brown Weddings Getting Out Of Control?! PART 1 52:31

9M ago52:31

52:31

From wedding content creators to working in the wedding industry to performing at weddings to everyone asking us.. WHEN WILL YOU GET MARRIED?! We spill all the cha on everything from photographers to next day edits to groomsmen / bridesmaids. No one was truly spared😂 If you’re on social media, then you definitely have come across at least one brown…

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S3E1 - Celebrating KayRay's 10 Year Anniversary, Spillin' the Tea on Anarkali, Punjabi Mime Through Time and HighSchool Drama..! 50:03

11M ago50:03

50:03

We're back again for a new season! KAYRAY, and an all new special co-host BALI, are bringing you a season with fresh new perspectives, guests, and scorching hot tea on hot topics! We hope you'll be here for the ride. Be sure to tune in and FOLLOW US: KayRay: ig: https://www.instagram.com/kay__ray/ facebook: https://www.facebook.com/kayrayco snapcha…

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S2E7 - Stef Sanjati Serves Us The Latest On Booty Pic Activism, Self Care, and LGBTQ+ Allyship 24:20

5y ago24:20

24:20

In our final episode before this GLOBAL PANDEMIC ARRIVED ...?? We chatted with YouTube Creator @Stef Sanjati talking about all things related to the idea of over-sharing on social media, her struggle with body issues and mental health to being an advocate for the LGBT+ community! PS. Because of COVID-19, we had to shut down production for Season 2 …

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S2E6 - Mani Jassal Spills The Tea On The Fashion Industry 20:12

5y ago20:12

20:12

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S2E5 - Vivek Shraya Talks About Being Afraid of Men, Becoming a MAC Girl, Stalkers, and Getting Paid 31:07

5y ago31:07

31:07

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S2E4 - KayRay Answers All Your Burning Questions 13:13

5+ y ago13:13

13:13

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S2E3 - Sexologist Shan Boody Teaches Us About The Game Of Desire 27:20

5+ y ago27:20

27:20

On this episode of Cha Da Cup With KayRay, we talk to sexologist, intimacy expert and author of her latest book "The Game Of Desire", Shan Boodram aka Shan BOODY! Join the conversation as we chat about sexual myths, understanding your needs, what type of seducer you are, apology languages and SO much more! Grab your cup of tea and sip some cha with…

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S2E2 - Drag Queen Manghoe Lassi Shares Vet Tech Horror Stories 26:20

5+ y ago26:20

26:20

By far one of our favourite episodes features Drag Queen Manghoe Lassi aka Humza Mian. We spill the tea on everything from the horrific reality of working as a veterinarian tech to why "coming out" as queer isn't for everyone. We end off with a game of Never Have I Ever which will definitely make you ugly-cry-laugh. Grab your cup of tea and sip som…

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S2E1 - Avan Jogia & Ketan Jogia on Growing Up Mixed 34:25

5+ y ago34:25

34:25

WELCOME BACK! Our first episode of Cha Da Cup With KayRay Season 2 features actor, author and musician Avan Jogia + music producer and composer Ketan Jogia. We get to hear the brotherly duo talk about new music + new films including "Zombieland 2: Double Tap". We also learn more about the perspectives and experiences growing up mixed from Avan's ne…

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Episode 22 - How a Sikh Boxer Changed the Game // TIGER THE MOVIE 18:17

6+ y ago18:17

18:17

WE MAKIN' IT TO HOLLYWOOD BABY! Watch "Tiger" this weekend: November 30th! WATCH THE TRAILER: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=E2Knr... TORONTO: Cineplex Yonge & Dundas, Toronto Cineplex Courtney Park 16, Mississauga VANCOUVER: Cineplex International Village, Vancouver Cineplex Strawberry Hill, Surrey LA: Cinemark 18, 6081 Center Drive New York: Reg…

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Episode 1: Introduction and Vivek Shraya 29:17

6+ y ago29:17

29:17

The very first episode of Adventures in Your Own Backyard! We interview acclaimed author, Vivek Shraya, on her new book entitled "I'm Afraid of Men".

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Episode 21 - Positivity is NOT the Answer 28:38

6+ y ago28:38

28:38

How many times have you been scrolling down on Instagram and watch your favourite influencers talk about "Staying Positive", "Rise & Grind!!", "Hustle Harder" and you literally have no desire to do any of these things but you feel guilty to say that out loud? Well, we're on your side. In this episode, we bring back our guest, transformational coach…

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Episode 20 - The TRUTH About Being an Actor on Social Media 36:09

6+ y ago36:09

36:09

This week's episode - we stick to the roots of Cha Da Cup With KayRay, where you ask your questions and we answer them! Everything from the challenges 2018 has brought to acting agent horror stories to struggles of trying to stay consistent -- I get vulnerable with y'all and let you in on what I've been dealing with. We bring back photographer // v…

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Episode 19 - The eX-Files - Summer Flings & Tingz 29:03

7y ago29:03

29:03

Have you ever had a summer fling that extended a little longer than it needed to be? Listen to our first segment of The eX-files, where we discuss strange things that have happened with our past relationships, flings and over-all encounters with dudes. In this case, we talk about how summer flings turn into things, why guys think it's okay to expos…

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Episode 18 - Wedding SZN Pros and Cons ft. BrownGirlMag 44:25

7y ago44:25

44:25

It's Wedding SZN! And although many of our listeners are probably getting ready for weddings every weekend this summer, we shared our thoughts on healthy / unhealthy partnerships, why being a wife isn't for everyone and what it's like for brown girls to challenge these traditions. This special episode, we celebrate the 10th year anniversary of Brow…

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Episode 17 - What is Shadeism? 39:11

7y ago39:11

39:11

This week, our guest is director/ producer/writer V.T. Nayani (pron. 9'knee). Her first feature documentary SHADEISM: DIGGING DEEPER (2015) has been traveling around the world for the past few years, starting difficult conversations in our own diasporas. Nayani's long list of accomplishments includes being an alum of the Canadian Broadcasting Corpo…

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Episode 16 - Cha Da Cup LIVE! 35:17

7y ago35:17

35:17

LIVE FROM VANCOUVER! It's our first episode with a live studio audience thanks to our friends at @5xfest! This week, join KayRay while she chats with Punjabi superstar, Jasmine Sandlas, Basement Bhangra legend - DJ Rekha and welcoming back dance choreographer, Manpreet Toor! Listen to us talk about everything from the struggles of working in the Pu…

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Episode 15- #Pride 32:00

7y ago32:00

32:00

Happy Pride everyone! This week’s guest panelist is comedian Anasimone George. She is the founder of comedy show “SHADE”, that is inclusive of LGBTQ, womxn and POC comedians. In this episode, we talk about the beauty of Pride as well as the complexities, understanding Pride’s political roots and how we can ensure the safety of our queer/trans sibli…

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Episode 14 - Ready To Glow 25:27

7y ago25:27

25:27

Hemali Mistry, more popularly known by her brand name, Ready To Glow, is an upcoming beauty blogger / influencer from Toronto. She is best known for making fun and quirky make-up / hair tutorials. Garnering over 100k followers on Instagram, Hemali not only shares her artistry through consistent video posts but also sharing her own struggle with bod…

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Episode 13 - A Story of Women, War and Freedom in Syria 21:42

7y ago21:42

21:42

This week, we feature Spanish filmmaker, Alba Sotorra. Her work primarily focuses on stories of genuine characters that reflect on controversial issues. Through creative documentary, she aims to open spaces for reflection and discussion to facilitate understanding of the world in constant change. The world premiere of her latest documentary, Comman…

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Episode 12 - #WomenInTech 29:40

7y ago29:40

29:40

This week, we are focusing on the importance of using social media to highlight women who are making waves in the tech industry. Our guest speaker, Sarena Bahad, is on a mission to help close the diversity gap in tech, using media and storytelling as the main tool to achieve this goal. She is the Founder of the WomenInTech Channel which won the awa…

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Episode 11 - #LetsTalkAboutSex 37:23

7y ago37:23

37:23

This week, we feature Anubha Momin on a special episode of #LetsTalkAboutSex. Anubha is the creator of Finding True North, an award-winning blog about life in Nunavut, a remote town of 8,000 people in the Canadian Arctic, where she lived for the last four and a half years. Anubha has transitioned from writing to film and television jobs, working as…

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Episode 10 - Rupi Kaur 43:21

7y ago43:21

43:21

Rupi Kaur is a poet, artist, and performer. Over the last 3 years, her works have taken the literary world by storm. Her new book, the sun and her flowers—an instant global bestseller, is an artistic sibling to her debut, milk and honey—America’s best selling book of 2017. “i am the product of all the ancestors getting together and deciding these s…

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Episode 9 - Inkquisitive 32:25

7y ago32:25

32:25

Inkquisitive Illustration (Amandeep Singh) is a London, UK based artist who has risen to the forefront of youth art and culture; creating work that reflects a new movement of self-expression and experimentation. His work is a tribute to his heritage and faith. With over 180,000 instagram followers, Inkquisitive has created a stir internationally wi…

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Episode 8 - Punjabi Community Health Services 41:24

7y ago41:24

41:24

Punjabi Community Health Services, better known as PCHS, was founded by Baldev Mutta back in 1990 as a community development project. Now, PCHS is known to be a not-for-profit, charitable, accredited and a Health Service Provider organization. Their mission to improve the quality of individuals, families and communities has allowed them to create p…

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Episode 7 - Rakhi Mutta 31:37

7y ago31:37

31:37

Rakhi Mutta was raised by her social activist parents in Toronto. Best known for her work with the hit web-series, Anarkali, which stars the one only, ahem (Kiran Rai also the person that is speaking into your ears right now), Rakhi is a force to be reckoned with. After working in community development for over 14 years internationally with high ri…

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Episode 6 - #MeToo 38:51

7+ y ago38:51

38:51

This week we have a special episode surrounding the movement #MeToo and #TimesUp. Our guest speakers are each incredible bad ass female entrepreneurs who are challenging the narrative in their respective fields. We have community activist, educator and actor Frida Banks who in her own words: "I act, I write, and I talk shxt". Frida thrives at the i…

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Episode 5 - Keerat Kaur 34:34

7+ y ago34:34

34:34

In this week's episode, we feature visual artist, vocalist and architect - Keerat Kaur. As an avid student of the Dhrupad style of singing in Indian Classical music, Keerat has incorporated this training to create and record her own distinct sound of electro-jazz. Her visual work focuses on illuminating indic poetics and philosophies by meshing tec…

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Episode 4 - Vivek Shraya 40:53

7+ y ago40:53

40:53

In this week's episode, we feature multi-media artist, Vivek Shraya. From film-making, to publishing books to recording incredible albums including her latest, "Part-Time Woman" - this triple-threat is letting us know that you can do it all and be successful at it. This week, Kiran sits down with Vivek and discusses the complexity of what it's like…

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Episode 3 - Fateh 41:07

7+ y ago41:07

41:07

In this week's episode, we feature Toronto-based rapper Fateh Singh, also known as FatehDOE. Garnering over millions of views on his music videos, hitting number 1 on iTunes with his latest album, "Bring It Home", and touring around the world - there's no sign of the rapper stopping. While, Kiran catches up with her old friend Fateh; we get to hear…

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Episode 2 - Raz Soos 29:28

7+ y ago29:28

29:28

In this week's episode, we feature transformational coach Raz Soos. With a wide-ranged cliental, thousands of followers on Instagram, and facilitating workshops across the North America - Raz is set on guiding others to find healing. Her work includes helping anyone break down their blocks, dissolve limiting beliefs and results coaching which has a…

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Episode 1 - YouTwoTV 39:41

7+ y ago39:41

39:41

In this week's episode, we have Toronto based content creators, who have raked in millions of views on their shared YouTube channel called “YouTwoTV”. Kiran sits and chats with Harjit and Jaz, the couple behind YouTwoTV, about what it means to be a brown couple in the public eye and how to turn your passion into a career. Subscribe to youtube.com/k…

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Episode 0 - Welcome to Cha Da Cup with KayRay 0:43

7+ y ago0:43

0:43

Grab a cup of tea and sip some cha with me, you're listening to Cha Da Cup with Kay Ray! Cha Da Cup With KayRay is a show by actor, filmmaker, social media influencer, and all around girl boss, Kiran Rai. Come back here every other week to listen to Kiran talking about social issues and fun stories with your favourite influencers and exciting guest…

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