Cha Da Cup with KayRay

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 risk communities such as Dalits, Child Soldiers and Victims of Violence - Rakhi turned to storytelling. As an artist Rakhi has found film and photography as an opportunity to highlight many different issues across the globe, in particular women's rights and youth issues. Her youtube channel, MsMutta has garnered 5 million views with works including the short film Haneri, the viral video, Punjabi Mime Through Time and two seasons of Anarkali. This week, we talk to the powerhouse about the worst dating stories, why it's important to tell stories of the diaspora and what you all have been waiting for - the latest update on Anarkali Season 3!

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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 intersection of art and politics, her social justice initiatives have been recognized by the United Nations, the University of California, Berkeley, as well as the Art Gallery of Ontario. We also have Bay Street Acupuncturist, Amrit Singh, Amrit has been helping patients in Toronto's Financial District. Amrit is a fully insured, Registered Acupuncturist with the College of Traditional Chinese Medicine Practitioners and Acupuncturists of Ontario (CTCMPAO) and is certified in Clean Needle Technique. She is also an Instructor teaching a number of courses on Acupuncture techniques, Cosmetic Acupuncture & Practice Management in Toronto. Mariah Owen is a Toronto-based actor, writer, director and producer. She owns her own company called GTE Productions. She is also an accomplished athlete, becoming a world champion with Team Canada Cheerleading. This week's episode allows for an open dialogue of how the subject surrounding #MeToo comes up in our fields, how can men be held accountable across the board and become better allies and accessibility to proper sexual education and solutions can better our society. FOLLOW: insta // twitter: @kay__ray youtube: youtube.com/kayrayco snapchat: @kiranrai FOLLOW OUR GUESTS: @mariahowen // www.gteproductionsinc.com @frida_banks @acuwithamrit

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 techniques of South-Asian miniatures and photo-surrealist painting. Throughout her architectural career and education, Keerat's prime focus has been exploring ways in which the use of form can blend heritage with modernity. This week, Kiran sits down with one of her closest friends to discuss the importance of connecting with our elders, "conspiracy theories" and what it means to be a multi-media female artist in the digital world. FOLLOW: insta // twitter: @kay__ray facebook: facebook.com/kayrayco snapchat: @kiranrai youtube: youtube.com/kayrayco FOLLOW KEERAT KAUR: insta // twitter: @_keeratkaur website: www.keerat-kaur.com

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 to be a brown body in predominantly white spaces, the constant struggle of living with deep depression as a result of homophobia and transphobia, and how we can be allies to queer and trans communities. Like Subscribe already! Be sure to rate and leave a review if you enjoyed this podcast! FOLLOW: insta // twitter: @kay__ray facebook: facebook.com/kayrayco snapchat: @kiranrai youtube: youtube.com/kayrayco FOLLOW VIVEK SHRAYA: insta // twitter: @vivekshraya website: www.vivekshraya.com

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 the behind-the-scene stories of his hit singles, what it's like to be a bilingual rapper, and how the recent political climate has affected his traveling experiences. Like Subscribe already! Be sure to rate and leave a review if you enjoyed this podcast! FOLLOW: insta // twitter: @kay__ray facebook: facebook.com/kayrayco snapchat: @kiranrai youtube: youtube.com/kayrayco FOLLOW FATEH: insta // twitter // snapchat: @FatehDOE youtube: youtube.com/fatehdoe "Bring It Home": iTunes and Spotify

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 allowed Raz to help people reach their truest potential - including Kiran. This week, Kiran sits down with Raz to discuss her path of becoming a transformational coach, the importance of healing and dissolving thought patterns relative to depression and anxiety.

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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.

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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 guests.

Check out the YouTube version of these episodes: https://www.youtube.com/user/kayrayco