Punch Dialogue with Krusan Siva and Tharshan Raj

In this special episode of Punch Dialogue, we sit down with The Honourable Gary Anandasangaree — Minister of Justice and Attorney General of Canada, Minister of Crown-Indigenous relations and northern affairs, and long-time MP for Scarborough - Rouge Park. From his roots as a human rights lawyer and community advocate to his current role shaping national policy, Gary opens up about the journey, the challenges, and the responsibility that comes with representation. We talk about his work in Indigenous relations, justice reform, and what it means to be a Tamil-Canadian in one of the highest offices in the country. This is a candid and timely conversation about leadership, identity, and making real change within systems of power. Connect with the Hosts: ⁠@basementreels⁠⁠⁠ [https://instagram.com/basementreels],⁠⁠@krusan.s⁠⁠ [https://instagram.com/krusan.s],⁠⁠@tharshanr⁠⁠ [https://instagram.com/tharshanr] For sponsorships or to submit questions for future episodes, email us at⁠⁠basementreels@gmail.com⁠⁠. Support Us:Become a Patreon member to help us continue telling important stories:⁠⁠https://www.patreon.com/BasementReels [https://www.patreon.com/BasementReels]

In this episode of Punch Dialogue, we chop it up with Suriya The Flash about everything from his viral Toronto slang videos on TikTok to his boxing, and calls out some big names. We dive into his journey as a fighter, boxing on Adin Ross's stream, meeting Fousey, an explanation of some Toronto slang, and how he stays true to his Tamil roots while making big moves. Follow Suriya The Flash: @suriyatheflash [https://instagram.com/suriyatheflash] on IG https://www.tiktok.com/@suriyatheflash [https://www.tiktok.com/@suriyatheflash] Connect with the Hosts: ⁠@basementreels⁠⁠⁠ [https://instagram.com/basementreels],⁠⁠@krusan.s⁠⁠ [https://instagram.com/krusan.s],⁠⁠@tharshanr⁠⁠ [https://instagram.com/tharshanr] Find podcast clips on IG and tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@basementreels?lang=en [https://www.tiktok.com/@basementreels?lang=en] For sponsorships or to submit questions for future episodes, email us at ⁠⁠basementreels@gmail.com⁠⁠. Support Us:Become a Patreon member to help us continue telling important stories:⁠⁠https://www.patreon.com/BasementReels [https://www.patreon.com/BasementReels]

We sit down with some of Montreal’s Tamil artists and creatives, Thilak, Thibz and Thusy to dive into the evolution of the Tamil music scene in Canada and around the world. We are behind the scenes of Senan Entertainment'sMeenatchi music video. We discuss the challenges and triumphs of being independent artists, the creative process behind their latest music video, and what it takes to push Tamil music to new heights. Follow the Artists: Connect with the Hosts: @basementreels⁠⁠ [https://instagram.com/basementreels],⁠@krusan.s⁠ [https://instagram.com/krusan.s],⁠@tharshanr⁠ [https://instagram.com/tharshanr] For sponsorships or to submit questions for future episodes, email us at⁠basementreels@gmail.com⁠. Support Us:Become a Patreon member to help us continue telling important stories:⁠https://www.patreon.com/BasementReels [https://www.patreon.com/BasementReels]

Kru and Tharshan dive into Secret Santa fails and the struggles of last-minute shopping. We also get into the light and dark sides of Deepavali, exploring its cultural significance and some controversial history. We take a look back at the highs and lows of 2024, and share our hopes for 2025. Tune in for laughs, debates, and reflections as we wrap up the year! Please share, give this a 5 star rating, it really helps! Follow the Hosts: @krusan.s [https://instagram.com/krusan.s] | @tharshanr [https://instagram.com/tharshanr] | @basementreels [https://instagram.com/basementreels] For sponsorships or questions, email basementreels@gmail.com.

In this episode of Punch Dialogue, we’re joined by Lady Pista, a trailblazing Canadian-Tamil DJ and musician who’s redefining the music scene. From breaking barriers in a male-dominated industry to carving out her unique path to success, Lady Pista shares her inspiring journey and the challenges she’s faced along the way. We dive into her creative process, her collaborations with global icons like Teddy Riley and Diljit Dosanjh, and how her Tamil roots influence her music. Whether you're a fan of her beats or an aspiring creative, this conversation will leave you inspired to follow your own rhythm. Follow Lady Pista: Instagram: @ladypista [https://instagram.com/ladypista] Follow Us: IG: @basementreels [https://instagram.com/basementreels] For sponsorships or questions, email basementreels@gmail.com.