“There are a lot of common bonds in society, and sometimes we focus on the things that separate us and divide us… but there are a lot of commonalities, and I wanted to use the clothing brand as a creative outlet for me because as much I love broadcasting I want to be more than a broadcaster,” - Randip Janda

Randip Janda is a true trailblazer in hockey broadcasting, as he was the NHL’s first South Asian colour commentator. Randip is also the creative force behind his clothing brand, Dudh Soda, which blends his passion for hockey and the celebration of Punjabi culture. With his roles as host of Hockey Night in Punjabi and the Canucks analyst and broadcaster for Sportsnet 650, Randip has been a tremendous figure and role model in not only the hockey space but in the South Asian space as well. Randip joins TURN Sports host Navin Ramharak to talk about his journey to becoming a broadcaster in sports, his clothing brand Dudh Soda, memorable rivalries in sports, his favourite sporting events and much more in this episode. 

At the beginning of their discussion, Navin and Randip talk about his path and journey in becoming a broadcaster for the Canucks and in the sports world  (1:16), his clothing brand Dudh Soda (3:09), cultural similarities with the drink (4:53), his thoughts on the NHL season and the ongoing playoffs (6:15) Randip most memorable rivalries in sports (9:12), his favourite player growing up (11:03), the greatest sporting event he has witnessed in person (12:40), and what is the ultimate sporting event he would like to attend (14:21). Next Randip and Navin touch on the F1 scene, including who is currently his favourite driver and team (15:43), when his football/soccer fandom began (17:38), what sport Randip would like to discuss more but doesn’t necessarily get the opportunity to (20:13), restaurant spots in Edmonton (21:58), favourite NBA team (23:26), and finally a piece of advice to listeners looking to follow in his footsteps (24:15).

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