Today we are joined by our guy Naveen aka NSR. He is the official photographer of Brown Ballers and is well versed in different content creation, sports photography and more. How did we first meet and when did he first get involved with the platform? How did he originally get into photography and how has he been able to turn it into his career? We …

Today we are joined by Navid Rahman, a pro football (soccer) player that has played around the world and just recently represented the Pakistani national team. Holding citizenship in multiple countries, Navid was actually born in Europe, grew up in Canada and has actually never lived in Pakistan. Where has he played around the world professionally …

Mathushan is the Head Trainer and CEO of Underdog Athletics, a training platform that he started to develop basketball players at all ages. We talk about how he first fell in love with training athletes and the meaning of being an Underdog. How has his personal experiences impacted the way he has approached training and what are specific things he …

Welcome back Kishan Mistry from UNINTERRUPTED Canada. He has had a unique journey in sports and has built out an impressive portfolio shooting for some major organizations. Kishan has really made a name for himself in the space so we discuss how he first started in photography, what does his day to day look like at UNINTERRUPTED and what are some p…

Today we are very lucky to have Arsalan Jamil join us on the pod. Not only is he the Assistant Coach for the Raptors 905 but he is also the founder of Goals Over Temptations. Coming to Canada when he was 15 was not an easy transition for Arsalan and his family but sports was always a source of happiness for him. We talk about how his first time pla…

We have a special guest on today’s episode that some people refer to as the GOAT of Brown Basketball, Robbie Sihota. From Calgary, Canada to playing professionally overseas, basketball has truly taken him all over the world. What were some of his favorite places to play, where did that itch for basketball come from and what does it mean to him to c…

Today we are focused on something that is not exactly basketball but something deeply ingrained within the culture of the sport, Tattoos. Let’s walk through the India Rising training camp and hear the inspiration behind everyones tattoos. Whether it be pieces representing their basketball journeys, a lost loved one or different experiences in their…

Our guy Pranav joins us on this episode out in Dayton, Ohio. He started his brand AMAZN HQ back in college on a mission to not only create more opportunities but to be an inspiring voice for the Asian community. He opens up about some of the challenges that he has faced trying to grow the platform and some of the amazing experiences he has had alon…

We have a special guest that has travelled far and wide to be with us today, Shree Saini. She holds the title of Miss World America and she was the First Runner Up at Miss World 2022. What does it mean to be Miss World America and what goes on behind the scenes in building up to these competitions? Shree was on a mission from a young age to not onl…

Today we are joined by our friend Amar, the CEO of Northside Growco, the only Indian Owned Cannabis cultivator in Canada. What are some of the stigmas that are faced by people in the Cannabis industry and how has the tone towards Cannabis shifted? Be ready for a crash course on everything Cannabis and hear how Amar first got involved in the Industr…

Today we are joined by sports chiropractor, Dr. Karma Patel who came down to Dayton, Ohio with us to help take care of the players of India Rising. Hear the reasoning behind Dr. Patel starting his own Practice and the philosophy behind it. He has worked with his fair share of high level athletes and gives his thoughts on how treatments can differ d…

Today we are joined by two professional basketball players, Gokul Natesan and Venky Jois. Basketball has taken both of these hoopers to different leagues across the globe. How long have they been playing professionally and what are some of their favorite cities they have played in? We are all passionate Anime lovers so what are some of the best sho…

Today we are joined by our friend Vivek Chauhan who is a pro basketball player in India and a coach at the NBA Academy. This guy can ball and he was ranked the #1 3x3 player last year in India. Is there a difference in play style in India compared to North America? Let’s also talk about how Basketball has taken him across the US and how the level o…

Today we are joined by one of the Brown Ballers Co-Founders, Darsh Patel. Usually operating behind the scenes, it’s time for us to shine some light on Darsh who has had a huge impact in the building this brand. What are some of the things he handles for the organization and what are his thoughts on the trajectory of the platform? Let’s talk about h…

We are at the TBT Tournament in Dayton, Ohio for this one. Joining us today we have our India Rising coaches Madhav Trivedi, the Head Coach of the University of Toronto and Amit Tailor, a Player Development Associate for the Houston Rockets. They have some impressive resumes so let’s talk about their coaching backgrounds and how the India Rising te…

What's going on everybody? This episode is being recorded on the road but we had to give you all some more information on what's been going on behind the scenes at India Rising in preparation for the TBT. Just a couple weeks away from this ESPN broadcasted event and it's crazy to see where our team is at. That 1 Million Dollar prize is up for grabs…

Welcome back to the Brown Ballers podcast! Today we are back in Vancouver to talk to our good friend Jash. Jash is the perfect example that academics and athletics are not mutually exclusive. A former NCAA basketball player, today part of his mission is to spread his knowledge on mental health. For brown athletes, are their common mental health bat…

Today I am joined by Rajah Chaudhry, the NBA Head of Strategy for Asia Pac & Country Head for India. Let’s begin this one by talking about some of the player success stories that have come out of NBA India. How is Rajah helping to build up the basketball ecosystem in India when it comes to players, coaches and fandom? Also, how did a love for video…

Today we are out in Langley, BC at the IndoHoops tournament. Im with my guy Mikhael and at the age of just 10 years old he is by far the youngest brown baller ever to join the show. We talk about how he first fell in love in the game and his aspirations to play basketball in high-school and college. Who is his favourite NBA player and who are some …

Today we are joined by Shaan Hundal, a professional soccer player for Vancouver FC in the Canadian Premier League. Shaan speaks on his journey from being offered his first professional contract at the age of 14, playing for team Canada and how he ended up playing in Vancouver. What is it like to be offered a contract at such a young age and to choo…

We are in Vancouver at the IndoHoops Tournament and the vibes are amazing. It definitely feels like Vancouver is the hub of brown basketball in Canada. Let’s talk about the Basketball World Cup that India Rising will be competing at in June. There is a $20,000 prize in this knockout tournament and it features an all-star team from the US and Nation…

Join us on this captivating episode as we sit down with Aryan Sharma, an exceptional basketball talent who has taken the Canadian basketball scene by storm. Aryan not only played a pivotal role in our India Rising team during the TBT tournament, but he is also preparing to make the leap to professional basketball after his time at Western Universit…

Super excited to have Rohan on the show today! Rohan has had unique basketball journey. From being cut multiple times to playing collegiate basketball, he constantly worked on his game with the hopes of playing professionally. Although he was improving on the court he had to step away to address his mental health and he made it his new mission to h…

Today we’re joined by D1 Basketball star Kaylin Randhawa! From the University of the Pacific, to Utah State and finally finishing at Sacramento State, Kaylin has had an amazing collegiate career. We discuss how she started playing basketball and how she fell in love with the sport. Kaylin recounts the recruiting process and what she had to do to ge…

Welcome back everyone! We are joined today by artist Rahmaan Hameed and he’s painting for us on the pod. We talk about anime as a source of inspiration for people of all ages! From meeting Warren Buffett to painting for Floyd Mayweather, Rahmaan’s career has taken him to some crazy places. Rahmaan also gives advice to young artists and emphasizes t…

Patriot League Player of the Year, India Rising, and now professional basketball player! Sukh is currently hooping in the Czech Republic and jumps right into the transition from D1 hoops to the pro level, especially the transition to Europe. Plus, we are gearing up for India Rising 2023! https://www.instagram.com/brownballers/ https://www.instagram…

Solo episode today. G is out in Taiwan but we will be back together on the pod soon! Let me use my experience to give you all some tips and tricks. Think of this as a beginner’s guide to growing your brand on social media. There are some deep questions that need answering before you embark on this journey. What defines you? How are you going to bui…

A fan favorite from day 1, Pranav hasn’t missed an episode. The goal was to play in the NFL even if that was looked down upon both internally and externally. Although he didn’t play in the NFL, he went on to play college football. A race he felt he was running solo, until he started to learn about all the amazing stories of others in the Asian comm…

Growing up as a huge Toronto Raptors fan, Aleem knew early on that playing in the NBA wasn’t in the cards. His love for hoop meant that if he can't play in the league he was going to be in the league one way or another; with the dream of being a front office executive. From humble beginnings as the mascot for the Atlanta Dream, Aleem took full adva…

Story-telling is important in everything that is done today, but how has the art of storytelling helped put South Asians on the map? From the Smithsonian to American Girl, Dr. Masum Momaya has been a trailblazer in the recognition of South Asian culture. Dr. Momaya talks about being a master in her craft and how she broke barriers and opened hersel…

Welcome back everyone. We are joined by Gautam’s Stanford classmate, Varun Mahesh. One of the biggest cricket supporters you will find! Growing up in Mumbai, cricket was one of the first sports Varun was exposed to. There is not a huge Cricket scene in the US but is this changing? How do we make cricket more popular in North America? Have you heard…

We've reached some milestones in 2023 and it's all thanks to you: the listeners. It doesn't matter from what walk of life you are, things can get overwhelming. On today's episode, Nav is going to take you through some tips and tricks on how to be more productive in any area in life. Follow us on IG - https://www.instagram.com/brownballers/ https://…

It’s finally official. India Rising is returning to the TBT on ESPN. New faces, new infrastructure, new ambitions. We’re ready to take year 2 to a whole new level. We’re flying to India to host tryouts, searching the globe for the best brown ballers. This is history, this is for the culture, let’s build a new legacy. Follow us on IG - https://www.i…

Today the podcast welcomes Shivani Laddha. A unique background in sports, she currently works as a marketing manager for the London Lions of the British Basketball League. Conversation takes us to Shivani’s love of her job and her journey in sports. She gives us some insight of basketball overseas. What is it like competing in the BBL and in larger…

Today we are joined by wine expert and legend, Gurvinder Bhatia. Let’s demystify some of the myths and confusion behind wine. Every wine has its own story and journey. Hear everything from the best ways to open up a bottle and the best way to drink. Let’s get a history lesson on Indian vineyards and the changing wine culture in India. Gurvinder epi…

Have you ever been to a major festival? Coachella is around the corner and Diljit Dosanjh is headlining one of the days. This is huge for South East Asians and is really needed for the culture. Let us know if you're going! Follow us on IG - https://www.instagram.com/brownballers/By Tidal League

Basketball has been played in India for decades and we are a country that offers more than just cricket. Gopal, the Founder of Basketball India media company; Ekalavyas, joins us today to discuss basketball in India and the creation and success of Ekalavyas. Known as the “Shams/Woj” of Indian Basketball, Gopal shares some breaking news with the Bro…

Breaking down our Spotify wrapped, we are beyond proud to share it with you. The diaspora runs deep, and we appreciate all the Brown Ballers globally! 2023 is going to be special! Follow us on IG - https://www.instagram.com/brownballers/By Tidal League

A brand new dad, Rohit shares a massive life update with us. Rohit takes us through a master class in fast food, including his top-3 restaurants. We dive into the partnership between Brown Ballers and Tidal League and the movement that's underway! Also, how does he manage time from building Tidal League, his corporate day job, and investments succe…

Parvin Dabas the founder of Pro Panja League joins us today to introduce us to Panja and his personal journey in sports. The No.1 Arm Wrestling Tournament and League in Asia, Parvin tell us what to expect and the future expansion goals. Follow us on IG - https://www.instagram.com/brownballers/By Tidal League

Today we have a very special guest joining us on-location at the Art Gallery of Alberta to promote his new book "Bold Ones": Shawn Kanungo. Shawn is a globally recognized innovation strategist, keynote speaker and much more. Navin and Shawn go way back, so there's plenty to talk about in this interview. What happened with FTX? Has Elon Musk gone to…

Coach talks about his involvement in the TBT tournament and the recruitment process in building that team. A guy with an extensive coaching resume with a love for basketball. Why did he decide to pursue a career in sports? His goal was once to be a hooper, but that passion shifted to coaching. Growing up in a small town, sports is where he found pe…

Up-and-coming artist DJ Mattz joins us today. His roots bring us to South Africa. A minority in South Africa but a worldwide community that speaks to the Indian diaspora. His curiosity at a young age sparked his love for music. The cultural impact of Amapiano and Bollywood and the future of the genres. Also, a special thank you to everyone who’s sh…

What is it like for us growing up Indian? We have two different perspectives and draw from different experiences. We discuss embracing and learning to love your identity. Conversation shifts to the focus on learning languages, love of the culture and times where we felt out of place. Tune in to hear our thoughts and who has helped us grow over time…

Welcome, Sharda Ugra from ESPN Cricinfo. Sharda peels back the layers of FIFA’s ban on India. How did we get here? Why did it get reversed? When will we see India compete in the FIFA World Cup? Outside of cricket, Gautam poses the question around what three sports India will thrive in over the next decade. Plus, changing the status quo of Indian sp…

Today we’re bringing Neet “Pranna” Mangat, an entrepreneur at heart. He’s broken through two spaces; tech and entertainment. Getting his start as a DJ early, we talk about Desi music, mash-ups and a lot more. Pranna gives us his take on why you should dabble in multiple spaces as an entrepreneur. Hot Take… G doesn’t like the Punjabi MC song tap in …

This one is relevant to my industry. It's a common topic of talk amongst all sport enthusiasts and leagues. Fighting is something that happens often, it builds hype and gives onlookers a chance to critique. I wanted to hear what Tee and Shea thought, their perspective and how honest and risky they would be with the topic. Tee's views were honest - …

Welcome a close friend Sam Bhachu. From his time with the Raptors via the Wayne Embry Fellowship to what his day-to-day looked like in basketball operations. We learn about how he got started in sports and how the Toronto Raptors supported him. We also find out about Elevation Nation and the platform founded by Sam to elevate the South Asian commun…

This week’s featured episode is from newly launched podcast Run Your Race. A podcast that has some serious momentum and is taking the space by storm! Our host Theo Pinson, from the Dallas Mavericks, is joined by one of his close friends Devonte’ Graham of the Pelicans. They talk about growing up in North Carolina and who inspired them on their jour…

Welcome Rapper, Songwriter, Producer and so much more…Happy Singh! What defines a Brown Baller? Struggling with addiction, from liquor to hard drugs, Happy shares how he overcame his demons. Why faith saved him and the importance of mental health. Hip Hop, Punjabi, and Latin - we learn about the influence that makes his music special. Plus, the dre…