A significant milestone in Sikh history, the martyrdom of Guru Tegh Bahadur (the ninth Sikh Nanak) is misrepresented by Sanataan chauvinists and Islamic radicals to denounce Sikhi. In this episode, we uncover the truth to see why the Guru really laid down his life.

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As the persecution of Sikh reached genocidal proportions in mid-18th century Punjab, two daring young Singhs-Bhai Bota Singh and Garja Singh-died in a herculean last stand fighting against Islamic fanatics. What compelled them to make this daring final stand? What were their motivations? Listen to find out.

Reading history delivers insightful lessons. Our current crop of religious leadership is, however, maliciously invested in keeping Sikhs from reading their history by causing unnecessary controversy over it. One such text is the Sri Gur Panth Prakash of Ratan Singh Bhangu. Listen to this episode to see how Bhangu predicted the current fate of the Sikhs today almost 2 centuries prior.

In the 18th century, the Sikh mystic and generalissimo Vadbhag Singh resided peacefully in Jalandhar before being maliciously attacked by Islamic zealots. His lands were ruined, and his religious sanctuaries desecrated, with Vadbhag Singh barely escaping with his life.

However, Vadbhag Singh was not one to remain passive. He returned to Jalandhar with a massive force of Khalsa warriors, unleashing an unprecedented wave of violence in retaliation.

In today's context, where acts of Beadbi (sacrilege) are occurring frequently, Vadbhag Singh's actions may offer a practical solution to consider.

Kangana Ranaut, the CISF Constable's slap changed her life. It was a life-awakening moment for her. But now, with her film 'Emergency' Kangana is trying to reclaim her lost glory.

While Sikhs are arguing for a total ban on the film, they are yet to discern that Kangana is a symptom. Her 'Emergency' is the latest in a string of media attacks on Sikhs going back decades.

The Badal clan's recent drama at Akal Takhat Sahib is a long standing tradition for them. Do the deed and then apologize for round two.

But is this how the Khalsa leadership has always functioned? In this episode, we chart the devolution of the Akal Takhat from its primacy during the Guru era to its regression in the post-Dal Khalsa Maharajah Ranjit Singh era until now and what solutions can be devised to restore it to its pristine state.

Men are under pressure in today's world: to conform or die. It is only the exceptionally rare male who can withstand society's insidious pressures and remain true to his ideals.

In this episode, we explore the life of the legendary 18th century Sikh martyr Bhai Sukha Singh Shahid and discuss how he can serve as a positive role model for Khalsa men of today.

The Dal Khalsa was the pinnacle of Khalsa governance. Its sanguinary rise in 18th century Punjab and dominance of its foes paved the way for the eventual rise of Ranjit Singh's Sikh Empire in the early 19th century. But why did the Dal Khalsa fade away? Listen to find out more.

In this episode, we trace the history of the Dasam Granth and its purpose among the broader Sikh literary heritage. We answer allegations levelled against the Charitropakhyan by non-Sikh detractors of the Panth seeking to convert non-Sikhs to the falsity of their faith.

Knowledge is power, and it's high time we leverage it to defend our Sikhi and our heritage.