The Bhangra Podcast

Umer Qureshi
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The Bhangra Podcast

We are trying to elevate conversations in the Bhangra circuit interviewing top teams and personalities, debating competitions and other performances, and discussing controversies that came out of the circuit.

  1. Routine Review: Bull Bhangra (feat. Saagar Menon)

    MAR 20

    Routine Review: Bull Bhangra (feat. Saagar Menon)

    Sup y’all. I’m starting a new series where I and another judge hop on a call with a team and breakdown their set. We go through the entire thing, give them ideas, explain why certain things worked and certain things didn’t. If you’re a team or judge who’d be down to do something like this let me know! had an absolute blast recording this and the upcoming ones that. Genuinely one of the more fulfilling videos I’ve made. In this episode of The Bhangra Podcast I sit down with fellow judge and the person I co-captained First Class Bhangra with, Saagar Menon, to critique one of the captains of Bull Bhangra, Suvan Sharma. Patreon Version YouTube Version Timestamps00:00 Introduction to the Critique Session 01:53 Understanding Team Identity and Performance Goals 05:50 Execution and Choreography Analysis 12:11 Creating Contrast and Building Tension 18:06 Stage Presence and Audience Engagement 24:11 Innovative Transitions and Unique Moments 27:03 The Impact of Repetition in Performance 28:20 Understanding Judges' Perspectives 29:34 Creating Memorable Moments in Dance 35:10 Innovative Use of Stage Space 38:25 Evaluating Segment Impact and Audience Engagement 44:13 Navigating Performance Challenges 45:42 Flexing Creative Muscles in Jomur 50:05 Highlighting Unique Dance Elements --------------- Support us on Patreon to get all episodes a week earlier. Sign up for our newsletter to get updates from around the Bhangra circuit like recent placings, upcoming competitions, and much more. If you liked this podcast be sure to rate and review on Apple Podcasts and share it with a friend. Follow us on Discord Instagram Youtube Tik Tok Interested in making Bhangra mixes? Here's a link for 100+ free loops to get you started

    50 min
  2. 81 - Don't Call it a Comeback...Yet: An Interview with the New Bruin Bhangra

    FEB 5

    81 - Don't Call it a Comeback...Yet: An Interview with the New Bruin Bhangra

    In this episode, Poonam Jolly Siddhu discusses the reimagining of Bruin Bhangra for its 25th anniversary, emphasizing community engagement, innovative judging practices, and a return to the competition's roots. The conversation highlights the importance of creating memorable experiences for participants and the audience, while addressing concerns about the evolution of the Bhangra circuit. Poonam shares insights on the changes being implemented to enhance the competition and foster a sense of camaraderie among dancers. 00:00 Introduction to Bruin Bhangra and Its Legacy 03:03 Reimagining Bruin Bhangra for the 25th Anniversary 05:59 Community Engagement and Feedback for Improvement 08:56 Exciting Changes and New Features for Bruin 25 12:03 Judging and Rubric Innovations 15:08 The Importance of Meaningful Conversations 18:05 The Role of Legendary Judges in the Circuit 20:56 Addressing Concerns About the Circuit's Evolution 24:01 The Return to Classic Bruin Rubric 27:07 Looking Forward to Bruin 25 29:52 Reflections on Personal Experiences with Bruin 33:08 Final Thoughts and Call to Action --------------- Support us on Patreon to get all episodes a week earlier. Sign up for our newsletter to get updates from around the Bhangra circuit like recent placings, upcoming competitions, and much more. If you liked this podcast be sure to rate and review on Apple Podcasts and share it with a friend. Follow us on Discord Instagram Youtube Tik Tok Interested in making Bhangra mixes? Here's a link for 100+ free loops to get you started

    41 min

  3. 04/11/2024

    80 - Competition Best Practices: Bhangra at the Alamo

    Sup y’all, on this episode of The Bhangra Podcast, we are talking to Ampal Kaur and Deshmesh Singh about their experience running the award winning competition Bhangra at the Alamo and hopefully you can learn from some of their best practices. --------------- Support us on Patreon to get all episodes a week earlier. Sign up for our newsletter to get updates from around the Bhangra circuit like recent placings, upcoming competitions, and much more. If you liked this podcast be sure to rate and review on Apple Podcasts and share it with a friend. Follow us on Discord Instagram Youtube Tik Tok Interested in making Bhangra mixes? Here's a link for 100+ free loops to get you started

    1h 11m

  4. 02/29/2024

    79 - Buckeye Mela 2024 Judges Panel

    Sup y'all. On this episode of The Bhangra Podcast, we speak with the judges of Buckeye Mela 2024. Timestamps 00:00 Introduction and Introductions 03:16 Discussion on Alamo Incident 09:54 Review of Rubric Changes 11:51 Changing the Dancing Time Limit 17:00 Placings Discussion: Alamo vs FCB 24:39 Impact of Deductions on Placings 34:00 Discussion on Pagh and Chunni Deductions 35:34 Discussion on Chunni and Uniform 40:36 Conversation about First and Second Place 51:22 Surprise about Azaad's Placement 01:00:50 Evaluation of MMD's Performance 01:06:10 Discussion on Superlatives 01:14:06 Discussion about Academy teams and their success 01:16:48 Advantages of Academy teams over college teams 01:19:19 Importance of understanding Punjabi culture 01:21:52 Cultural appropriation vs cultural appreciation 01:25:26 Final thought --------------- Support us on Patreon to get all episodes a week earlier. Sign up for our newsletter to get updates from around the Bhangra circuit like recent placings, upcoming competitions, and much more. If you liked this podcast be sure to rate and review on Apple Podcasts and share it with a friend. Follow us on Discord Instagram Youtube Tik Tok Interested in making Bhangra mixes? Here's a link for 100+ free loops to get you started

    56 min

  5. 02/26/2024

    78 - What Happened at Mela? A Conversation with the Co-Directors

    A lot of tamasha has been said surrounding Alamo City Bhangra. The Buckeye Mela directors came on the pod to address what actually happened and dispel some of the crazier things that were said. 00:00 Introduction 01:22 Explanation of the Events Leading to the Incident 03:02 The Incident and its Aftermath 06:21 Allegations of Threatening Behavior 08:28 Discussion on the Punishment 10:20 Communication with Judges and Point Deduction 12:47 Revealing the Point Deduction to the Judges 13:11 Turning off the Livestream 14:00 Discussion on Livestream Practices 15:42 Conclusion and Appreciation --------------- Support us on Patreon to get all episodes a week earlier. Sign up for our newsletter to get updates from around the Bhangra circuit like recent placings, upcoming competitions, and much more. If you liked this podcast be sure to rate and review on Apple Podcasts and share it with a friend. Follow us on Discord Instagram Youtube Tik Tok Interested in making Bhangra mixes? Here's a link for 100+ free loops to get you started

    14 min
  6. Gajjdi Gossip Episode 3 with Umer Qureshi

    01/03/2024

    Gajjdi Gossip Episode 3 with Umer Qureshi

    Sup y'all, I was on the Gajjdi Gossip Podcast a little bit ago so I decided to cross-post it onto our feed. Make sure to subscribe to their YouTube channel. https://www.youtube.com/@GajjdiGossip --------------- Support us on Patreon to get all episodes a week earlier. Sign up for our newsletter to get updates from around the Bhangra circuit like recent placings, upcoming competitions, and much more. If you liked this podcast be sure to rate and review on Apple Podcasts and share it with a friend. Follow us on Discord Instagram Youtube Tik Tok Interested in making Bhangra mixes? Here's a link for 100+ free loops to get you started

    1h 13m

  7. 12/05/2023

    76 - 1st International Bhangra Awards

    Patreon https://patreon.com/thebhangrapod Subscribe to The Bhangra Podcast https://link.thebhangrapodcast.com/subscribe Discord https://link.thebhangrapodcast.com/discord Link to Entire Bhangra Directory - https://airtable.com/appHjJjQzrJ6FZyOW/shrReBUNI4pQgx0Vr Link to Competition Submission Form - https://airtable.com/appHjJjQzrJ6FZyOW/shrqQ6bWihgYSHh2N Link to Judges Submission Form - https://airtable.com/appHjJjQzrJ6FZyOW/shrC7npTwD1WooHPP

    13 min
  8. Bhangra in the Burgh 2022 Judges Panel

    01/04/2023

    Bhangra in the Burgh 2022 Judges Panel

    Sup y'all, on this episode of The Bhangra Podcast we're talking to the judges of Bhangra in the Burgh 2022 Anil Kundal, Amrit Grewal, Simran Lalli, and Kuntal Shah. Burgh 2021 RubricBurgh 2022 RubricBurgh 2022 Scoresheet --------------- Support us on Patreon to get all episodes a week earlier. Sign up for our newsletter to get updates from around the Bhangra circuit like recent placings, upcoming competitions, and much more. If you liked this podcast be sure to rate and review on Apple Podcasts and share it with a friend. Follow us on Discord Instagram Youtube Tik Tok Interested in making Bhangra mixes? Here's a link for 100+ free loops to get you started

    19 min
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    About

    We are trying to elevate conversations in the Bhangra circuit interviewing top teams and personalities, debating competitions and other performances, and discussing controversies that came out of the circuit.

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    • Creator
      Umer Qureshi
    • Years Active
      2017 - 2025
    • Episodes
      73
    • Rating
      Explicit
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      The Bhangra Podcast

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