13 May – Laughter Therapy – Kids, Riddles & a Heart-Shaped Roti
Host:-
Preetinder Grewal
Ranjodh Singh
Kids called in with riddles, guitar, folk songs & heartfelt poetry on Laughter Therapy. Hosted by Dr. Preetinder Grewal & Ranjodh Singh on Radio Haanji 1674 AM Melbourne.
Hosts: Dr. Preetinder Grewal & Ranjodh Singh | Show: Laughter Therapy | Station: Radio Haanji 1674 AM, Melbourne | Date: 13 May 2026
Some radio episodes are simply made of magic — and this week's Laughter Therapy on Radio Haanji 1674 AM was exactly that. Hosts Dr. Preetinder Grewal and Ranjodh Singh threw open the phone lines to the littlest members of Melbourne's Punjabi community, and what followed was forty-something minutes of pure, unscripted, soul-refreshing joy. From brain-twisting riddles and guitar performances to a birthday girl turning four on air and a daughter who baked a heart-shaped roti for her mum — this episode had it all. If you missed it live on Punjabi radio Melbourne, don't worry — we've captured every beautiful moment right here.
Setting the Scene — Fog, Fun & Full Hearts
Before the first caller even dialled in, the hosts warmed up the studio with breezy banter about Melbourne's sudden foggy and cold weather snap. There's something quintessentially desi about gathering around a radio on a cold morning, chai in hand, and that is precisely the mood Laughter Therapy captured perfectly. Dr. Preetinder Grewal reminded listeners to park their daily worries at the door — today was reserved entirely for laughter, and the kids of the Punjabi community Australia were about to deliver in spades.
Meet the Young Stars — Every Caller, Every Moment
1. Arnav — The Brain-Teaser to Start It All
Arnav wasted absolutely no time. The moment he was on air, he launched a classic logic trap at the hosts: "A man is driving. Suddenly, a 70-year-old man and a 5-year-old child appear in front of the car. What will he hit first?" The hosts fell right into it, debating the ethics and physics of the situation — until Arnav gleefully delivered the punchline: "The brakes!" The studio erupted. It was the perfect opener — cheeky, smart, and completely unexpected from a young voice. Classic Laughter Therapy energy, right from minute one.
2. Tegh — Innocent Mispronunciations & Maximum Chaos
If Arnav set the tone, Tegh set the room on fire. Attempting to narrate a simple story about household chores — fodder-cutting, collecting, and farm animals — his adorable mispronunciations turned the whole segment into an extended comedy sketch. Words like toka (cutting fodder), katta (collecting), and kutta/khota (dog/donkey) got gloriously tangled, resulting in sentences that meant something entirely unintended. The hosts gamely tried to decode his puzzle, laughing harder with each attempt. It was the kind of unscripted, unrepeatable moment that only live Punjabi community radio can produce.
3. Amber — Honey Bread & Oggy's Famous "Ogi Ogi"
Sweet, simple, and perfectly Amber. She reported her breakfast — "honey bread" — with the seriousness of a morning news bulletin, then launched into a spot-on impression of the iconic "Ogi Ogi" catchphrase from the beloved cartoon Oggy and the Cockroaches. This led the hosts into a fun, surprisingly philosophical mini-discussion about sight and observation. Proof that children find wonder in the most everyday details — and that Radio Haanji's audience spans from toddlers to grandparents.
4. Mannat — 100% Attendance, Heart-Shaped Rotis & a Poem That Silenced the Studio
If there is one caller from this episode who will stay with listeners long after the broadcast ends, it is Mannat. She opened by proudly announcing her perfect school attendance record — not a single day missed. Then came the detail that made every parent's heart squeeze: the previous night, she had made rotis for her family. For Mum, she crafted a heart-shaped roti. For Dad? A perfectly round one — "like a bicycle tyre," she clarified with complete sincerity.
But Mannat wasn't done. She then recited a self-written poem — ਮਾਂ ਪਿਤਾ (Maa Pita) — expressing gratitude, love, and deep respect for her parents. Her delivery carried a maturity and emotional weight that left both hosts genuinely moved and thoroughly impressed. This was not just a cute kids' radio segment moment; this was art. Dr. Preetinder Grewal and Ranjodh Singh could barely contain their admiration.
5. Fateh — Guitar, Folk & Flawless Punjabi
Then came Fateh — guitar in hand, confidence fully loaded. He played a spirited, folk-flavoured line live on air:
ਤੇਰੇ ਟਿੱਲੇ ਤੋਂ...
The hosts were full of praise — not just for his musical ability, but for the sharpness of his Punjabi pronunciation. In a diaspora context where maintaining the mother tongue is a constant, conscious effort, hearing a young child speak Punjabi with such clarity and confidence is genuinely moving. Fateh is one to watch.
Tavneet — Riddles, Teasing & the Mystery of the Neckless Head
Tavneet rolled in with playful energy, affectionately calling the hosts "Veerji" and "Sardarji" before challenging them with a riddle:
ਜਿਸ ਦਾ ਗਲਾ ਹੋਵੇ ਪਰ ਸਿਰ ਨਾ ਹੋਵੇ — ਉਹ ਕੀ ਹੈ?
("What has a neck/throat but no head?") The hosts offered some hilariously creative — and entirely wrong — answers before Tavneet triumphantly revealed the answer: a T-shirt (or a bottle). There was good-natured ribbing all around, and the hosts acknowledged they'd been thoroughly outwitted by a child. Again.
Ashlin — Friendship, Shoes & a Surprise Birthday Call
Ashlin's call had a mission: she wanted to kick off birthday celebrations for her best friend Shreya — live on air. But she also came bearing a riddle of her own:
ਜਿਸ ਦੀ ਜੀਭ ਹੋਵੇ ਪਰ ਉਹ ਬੋਲ ਨਾ ਸਕੇ — ਉਹ ਕੀ ਹੈ?
("What has a tongue but cannot speak?") Answer: a shoe. Sharp, sweet, and delivered with the quiet confidence of someone who already knows she's the smartest person in the room.
Shreya — The Birthday Girl Turns 4 On Air!
The episode's emotional centrepiece. Shreya turned four years old today, and Radio Haanji made sure she felt every bit of it. A grand, festive Punjabi birthday production played out over the airwaves. Every single child on the call joined in singing Happy Birthday. The studio was pure joy. And then Shreya — four whole years old — delivered a folk line so charming it could melt glaciers:
ਕਦੀ ਹਾਂ ਕਰਕੇ, ਕਦੀ ਨਾਂ ਕਰਕੇ,
ਗੇੜਾ ਦੇਦੇ ਮੁਟਿਆਰੇ ਲੰਮੀ ਬਾਂਹ ਕਰਕੇ
Listeners across Melbourne were smiling, no question. Happy Birthday, Shreya. You were the star of the whole show.
Asees Kaur — Morning Mischief & Closing Cheers
The perfect way to close the caller segment. Asees Kaur shared her favourite morning hobby: hiding in the car to surprise her mum. Relatable, chaotic, and completely adorable. She then took it upon herself to lead the entire group of children in high-energy Punjabi slogans and cheers — the kind of spontaneous collective joy that no script could ever manufacture. The naare rang out across 1674 AM and, one imagines, across living rooms right across Melbourne.
Community Love — Messages, Blessings & Birthday Wishes
As the children's segment wound down, Dr. Preetinder Grewal and Ranjodh Singh took time to read out a stream of live listener messages. Regular voices from the Radio Haanji community — including Sandeep Singh, Balveer Kaur, and Jitender Pal — poured in with blessings and birthday wishes for Shreya and another young listener, Arzoi. This is what separates Radio Haanji 1674 AM from any algorithm-driven playlist: it is a living, breathing community space where real people send real love to one another, in real time.
Why Laughter Therapy Matters for the Punjabi Diaspora in Australia
In a world of infinite digital noise, Laughter Therapy does something quietly radical: it slows everything down and hands the microphone to children. In doing so, it becomes a weekly reminder of why language, culture, and community radio matter so deeply for the Punjabi community in Australia. Children hear their mother tongue celebrated. Parents and grandparents feel seen and connected. Listeners who moved to Melbourne years — or decades — ago find a thread back to something warm and familiar.
That is the real therapy on offer here. And it costs nothing but the willingness to tune in.
Explore More on Radio Haanji
- Listen to All Laughter Therapy Episodes — your weekly dose of community joy and unscripted smiles.
- Kitaab Kahani — Listen to Audio Stories — beautifully narrated stories keeping Punjabi storytelling alive for a new generation.
- The Deep Talk — the show that takes you to the edge of science, space, species, and human exploration.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Laughter Therapy on Radio Haanji?
Laughter Therapy is a beloved segment on Radio Haanji 1674 AM — Melbourne's leading Indian and Punjabi community radio station. Hosted by Dr. Preetinder Grewal and Ranjodh Singh, the show invites listeners — especially children — to call in with jokes, riddles, songs, poems, and stories, creating a joyful, community-driven broadcast experience every week.
Where can I listen to Radio Haanji 1674 AM online?
You can stream Radio Haanji live from anywhere in the world at haanji.com.au. All podcast episodes, including Laughter Therapy, are also available on-demand through the website and on Spotify.
Who are the hosts of Laughter Therapy?
The show is co-hosted by Dr. Preetinder Grewal and Ranjodh Singh, two of the most recognisable voices on Punjabi radio in Melbourne and across the broader Australian Punjabi community.
Can my child call in to Laughter Therapy?
Absolutely! Laughter Therapy actively encourages young listeners from the Punjabi and Indian community in Australia to call in and share their jokes, riddles, songs, and stories. It's a wonderful way for children to stay connected to their Punjabi language and culture while having a blast on live radio.
Is Radio Haanji the best Punjabi radio station in Australia?
Radio Haanji 1674 AM is widely regarded as one of the best Indian radio stations in Melbourne and a leading voice for the Punjabi diaspora in Australia. Broadcasting in Punjabi and Hindi, it covers news, entertainment, culture, and community events — keeping the spirit of Punjab alive and thriving in Australia.
What other shows does Radio Haanji broadcast?
Beyond Laughter Therapy, Radio Haanji offers a rich lineup including Kitaab Kahani (Punjabi audio stories), The Deep Talk (science, space, and exploration), daily news, and much more. Visit haanji.com.au to explore the full schedule.
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