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  • The Bhandwagon Podcast - Amanda Dorenberg #130
    Oct 13 2025

    Amanda Dorenberg is a technology & media executive with a passion for disruption. Her work has been featured in Mashable, Forbes Tech, Elle India, TechTimes, among other top international publications. Amanda is an active contributor to Forbes Tech Council, Entrepreneur Magazine, Fast Company Executive Board & Rolling Stone Culture Council.


    Amanda is the Founder and CEO of Megalomaniac Inc., a 360 media company focused on content, strategy, community and connection, which also includes a talent division representing fashion & commercial models and emerging artists. She is also the Founder and CEO of Future Society Foundation Inc., a not-for-profit focused on providing a platform for marginalized youth in the fashion, art and entertainment sectors.


    Formerly the Co-Founder of ArtsHouse Media Group (AMG), the parent company to Billboard Canada, Billboard UK, Rolling Stone Quebec, and more, where she served as CEO to each title.


    With a diverse background in the fashion, media and advertising sectors, Amanda has built multiple businesses over her 20+ year career including two successful tech exits sold to publicly traded companies by the age of 34.


    In this Episode!


    Imposter syndrome?

    Firmness in belief

    Fashion

    Leadership & Tech

    Journey into music

    Panjabi & Canada Music Scene

    Billboard & Rolling Stone

    Diverse audience

    Reflection

    Legacy media

    Ai

    5 years & projects

    Bhandwagons’


    & Much Much More!!!!!


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    54 min
  • The Bhandwagon Podcast - Justin Dhillon - ‘The Wrestling Classic’ #129
    Oct 3 2025

    Justin Dhillon is a Canadian-based wrestling content creator, interviewer, host, writer, and founder of The Wrestling Classic (often abbreviated to TWC). He launched the brand in 2014, initially with Instagram and YouTube as platforms to post interviews, commentary, and reflections on both current and past professional wrestling.


    Dhillon is best known for his TWC Show, a weekly podcast and video series that covers wrestling news, rumours, classic matches, fantasy bookings, and debates, often with revolving co-hosts. The show is highly active and updated regularly, reaching fans on multiple podcast platforms and YouTube.


    He also hosts the “Casual Conversations with The Classic” interview series, which features in-depth discussions with major figures in wrestling—including legends, current stars, and broadcast personalities. His interviews are known for their relaxed style, insightful questions, and giving listeners a chance to hear about life inside and outside the ring.


    In addition to his podcast work, Justin Dhillon maintains a blog and website with wrestling reviews, commentary, and news analysis. He also sells TWC branded merchandise and has built a significant follower base (including over half a million on Instagram under the handle @thewrestlingclassic).


    With The Wrestling Classic, Dhillon has carved out a space in the wrestling community as both a fan and commentator deeply connected to the past, present, and future of the sport. His work provides a platform for dialogue and discovery, connecting fans with the stories behind their favourite performers as well as highlighting the enduring impact of classic matches and wrestling history.


    In this Episode!


    Introduction to wrestling

    Finding your style to interview wrestlers

    Big Break Shad Gaspard

    Jinder Mahal

    Wresting Best Eras

    WWE Social Media

    The Rock

    Wrestling Writers

    John Cena Heel Turn

    Bret Hart

    Stone Cold Steve Austin

    Hulk Hogan

    Justin's Mount Rushmore


    & Much Much More!!!!!


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    1 h et 29 min
  • The Bhandwagon Podcast - Jump Off - Panjabi Beats Collective - ‘Panjabi Music Boom or Bust?’ #128
    Sep 25 2025

    Jessie Sidhu is a storyteller, creator, educator, and mental health / inclusion advocate. She is the CEO of Melanated Guide and founder of Punjabi Beats Collective. Her work is rooted in equity, diversity and inclusion. She is particularly interested in mental health advocacy and intersectional wellness—exploring how identity (race, culture, diaspora etc.) intersects with mental health and wellbeing. Jessie uses narrative, education, creativity, and community building in her approach. She writes, speaks and creates content that connects communities to mental wellbeing, often in culturally resonant ways.


    The Punjabi Beats Collection (PBC) celebrates culture, arts, music, and community identity, especially Punjabi identity and diaspora experience bringing together tradition and new/innovative creative expressions.


    In this Episode!


    Panjabi Music Boom or Bust

    Festivals

    Cancelled Tours

    MF Gabru

    Media

    Panjab Floods

    Johnny Zee The Original P-Pop


    & Much Much More!!!!!


    Bhandwagon Podcast Platform links

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    1 h et 11 min
  • The Bhandwagon Podcast - The Indian Body Coach - ‘Mounjaro & Ozempic wasn’t designed for this!’ #127
    Jul 8 2025

    We sit down with Juggy Sidhu, better known as The Indian Body Coach. From navigating identity and cultural expectations to building a wellness brand rooted in strength, resilience, and community—Juggy shares his inspiring journey.


    !n this Episode!


    His transformation from struggling with self-image to becoming a respected coach

    The unique health challenges faced in South Asian communities

    Mental fitness and cultural stigma around men’s well-being

    Alcohol

    Balancing traditional values with modern wellness

    Mounjaro & Ozempic

    How he empowers clients to break cycles and build confidence—inside and out


    & Much Much More!!!!!


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    1 h et 6 min
  • The Bhandwagon Podcast - The Jump Off - 'I'm Getting A Bit P1ssed Off' #126
    Jun 27 2025

    The Jump Off is a playlist on the Bhandwagon Podcast with Ricky Bhandal where he discusses all your questions, the latest news, current events and Bhandwagon Topics!


    In this Episode!


    00:00:00 Intro

    00:03:29 I'm really can't be bothered

    00:07:23 Top 10 Self Promotion Bhandwagon Tips For Old & New Artists

    00:16:54 Why are there Superstar Singers after 2/3 releases?

    00:18:31 Why are there so many podcasts and they don't last long?

    00:21:22 Why isn't there a Mehfil Band in the UK?

    00:22:54 Sidhu Moose walah Documentary

    00:28:15 Social Media Trends

    00:29:11 WW3

    00:30:35 Diljit Dosanjh Controvesy

    00:33:35 GRWM

    00:34:12 Football Podcasts

    00:35:11 Thank You


    & Much Much More!!!!!


    Bhandwagon Podcast Platform links

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    37 min
  • The Bhandwagon Podcast - Charan Kaur Dhesi #125
    Jun 19 2025

    We’re stepping into the ring — literally — with a guest who embodies power, passion, and pure Panjabi grit. She’s not just a boxer, she’s a game-changer.

    Charan Kaur Dhesi is punching through barriers in and out of the ring, repping her roots with every jab, and showing the world that South Asian women belong wherever they choose to fight — especially on their own terms.

    Get ready for a powerful conversation about discipline, identity, and throwing hands — with heart."


    Download ‘Become a Digital Warrior’ Toolkit at www.Bhandwagon.com


    Bhandwagon Podcast Platform links

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    39 min
  • The Bhandwagon Podcast - Rupinder Kaur #124
    May 8 2025

    Rupinder Kaur is the award winning founder of AWMB (Asian Women Mean Business), a British Asian woman who has experienced and excelled in both corporate and entrepreneurial environments. Rupinder is passionate about helping Asian women unlock their silent strength to empower them to reach their full potential. AWMB help South Asian women shift from isolation and overwhelm to professional and personal joy by providing the framework, resources and support needed to build balance and structure, within a vibrant sisterhood.

    With nearly two decades in the world of human resources, psychology, coaching and mentoring Rupinder is able to utilise all her knowledge and tools to ensure women are given the support they need to lead a life they are proud of and that reflects their values and dreams. Rupinder was invited and accepted into the Forbes Coaches Council in January 2020 and is the only Sikh woman from the UK on this prestigious council.

    AWMB offer support to women through this site by showing them what is possible through our blogs and podcast. These are real women from the Asian community who have followed their purpose to fulfil their highest potential. AWMB believe that ‘you can not be, what you can not see’, by shining a spotlight on these remarkable, passionate and authentic women you will feel inspired and motivated to identify your life’s mission and follow the path!


    Download ‘Become a Digital Warrior’ Toolkit at www.Bhandwagon.com


    Bhandwagon Podcast Platform links

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    31 min
  • The Bhandwagon Podcast - Harpz Kaur #123
    Apr 24 2025

    We sit down with Harpz Kaur— TV & radio presenter, DJ and cultural trailblazer. Harpz opens up about her journey as a young British-Panjabi woman navigating the world of media, the challenges she’s faced and how she channels confidence and creativity in challenging spaces. Harpz shares how heritage, hustle, and heart have shaped her voice, both on and off the mic. Download ‘Become a Digital Warrior’ Toolkit at www.Bhandwagon.com


    In This Episode:


    00:00:00 Intro

    00:02:09 Managing Interviews

    00:06:39 ‘Becoming A Digital Warrior’ + Powershifts

    00:08:32 Gurdas Maan Interview

    00:14:15 Remember Who You Are!

    00:15:45 Social Media

    00:16:40 ‘I Don’t Regret Leaving The BBC Asian Network’

    00:23:24 ‘I Chose To Leave’

    00:28:10 ‘People Fixed Me’

    00:35:36 Dealing With Gratitude

    00:37:38 The Fear ff Losing Access To Artists

    00:41:41 Lifespan of Artists and Them Burning Bridges With Media

    00:44:56 Supporting Our Own

    00:48:00 The Power of The Spoken Word

    00:49:58 Money Over Morals

    00:53:16 The Difference Working in The Mainstream Media

    00:57:40 Grounding

    01:01:00 What’s Missing?

    01:03:30 Bhandwagons’


    & Much Much More!!!!!


    Bhandwagon Podcast Platform links

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    1 h et 7 min