4 May - Laughter Therapy - Unfiltered Punjabi Joy with Yash and Ranjodh Singh
Host:-
Ranjodh Singh
Start your morning with Punjabi chutkule, bolian and kids' riddles. Laughter Therapy with Ranjodh Singh — free every day on Radio Haanji
What if the best medicine for a stressful week cost absolutely nothing — and arrived every morning before you even finished your chai? That is exactly what Radio Haanji's Laughter Therapy delivers to thousands of listeners across Australia and beyond.
In this episode, host Ranjodh Singh welcomed a lively group of children and families to kick off the new week with pure, unfiltered Punjabi joy. From sharp riddles to cheeky family jokes and a heartfelt bolli, the segment was everything a Monday morning should be — warm, funny, and full of desi love.
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What Is Laughter Therapy on Radio Haanji?
Laughter Therapy is a beloved morning comedy segment on Radio Haanji 1674 AM, designed to help listeners shake off the weight of yesterday and start fresh. The idea is beautifully simple — gather the community's children, give them a microphone, and let the laughter do the rest.
Host Ranjodh Singh and co-host Yashpreet (affectionately known to listeners as Yash Auntie or Yash ji) create a space where Punjabi humour, folk traditions, and family storytelling come alive. Each session features riddles (bhujarat), traditional songs (bolliyan), chutkule, and real-life family moments that remind every listener they are not alone in the beautiful chaos of desi family life.
It is not just comedy — it is community glue.
Highlights From This Episode
Weekend Chores and Bunnings Trips
The session opened with the most relatable kind of weekend story. Mannat and Fateh shared how they spent their weekend cleaning their room and heading off to Bunnings to pick up cleaning supplies and brushes. Simple? Yes. But somehow, hearing kids talk about household errands with Punjabi enthusiasm made it the funniest thing on air.
Mannat's Bolli on Slipping and Laughter
Mannat then stepped up to perform a traditional bolli — a short, rhythmic Punjabi folk verse — centred on the theme of slipping. Her performance captured one of life's great truths: sometimes a cry can quickly turn into laughter, especially when you're surrounded by family. It was a moment of cultural warmth that reminded listeners why these traditions matter.
Riddles That Had the Hosts Thinking
Three sharp bhujarat kept Ranjodh Singh and Yashpreet on their toes:
- Gurbaz presented a classic: "A creature with bones on the outside and skin on the inside." The hosts correctly identified it as a turtle — kacho-kuma in Punjabi.
- Jerika offered a beautifully layered riddle: "The son joined the wedding procession before the mother was even born" — the answer being smoke and fire.
- Amber described a crooked piece of wood with sweet juice in every section, which was none other than a jalebi— a riddle as twisted and delightful as the sweet itself.
Family Jokes That Hit Close to Home
The chutkule section was pure gold:
- Tegh and Elahi shared a touching yet hilarious exchange — Elahi was in tears because she wanted to follow her sister, turning what began as a sad moment into a shared laugh.
- Taj told the classic Punjabi parent joke — a mother offers fruit, the child refuses, and the mother declares the child just like their father and deserving only of a chappal (slipper). Every Punjabi parent listening nodded knowingly.
- yuvraj wrapped things up with a husband-and-wife argument about the size of a steel glass. The husband's logic for needing a large one — because his hand wouldn't fit inside a small one to wash it — was both ridiculous and completely believable.
A Birthday Surprise and Community Love
Listener Asees took a moment to thank Ranjodh Singh, Yashpreet, and the entire Radio Haanji community for the birthday wishes he received after his photo was shared on the station's Facebook page. It was a small moment that spoke volumes about the kind of radio family that Haanji has built.
And Yashpreet Was Late (Again)
No Laughter Therapy episode is complete without the children cheerfully calling out Yash Auntie for arriving late. This recurring bit has become a segment tradition — and it never gets old.
Why Laughter Therapy Matters for the Diaspora
For Punjabis living in Australia, mornings can feel disconnected from home. You are raising kids in a new country, navigating a new pace of life, and trying to keep your culture alive in small, everyday moments.
Laughter Therapy bridges that gap. When a child recites a bolli about slipping on air, or a parent hears a chappal joke that their own mother used to make — that is not just entertainment. That is heritage, humour, and belonging all wrapped into a ten-minute radio segment.
Ranjodh Singh and the Radio Haanji team understand this. Every episode is produced with the knowledge that these moments matter — not just as laughs, but as lifelines to home.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Laughter Therapy on Radio Haanji?
Laughter Therapy is a daily morning comedy segment on Radio Haanji 1674 AM, hosted by Ranjodh Singh and Yashpreet. It features children sharing Punjabi riddles (bhujarat), traditional folk verses (bolliyan), jokes (chutkule), and funny family stories designed to help listeners start their day with positivity and laughter.
When does Laughter Therapy air on Radio Haanji 1674 AM?
Laughter Therapy airs as a morning segment on Radio Haanji 1674 AM. Listeners in Melbourne and across Australia can tune in live on the app or catch up on Spotify and Apple Podcasts. New episodes are released regularly, providing a fresh dose of Punjabi humour every weekday.
Who are the hosts of Laughter Therapy?
Laughter Therapy is hosted by Ranjodh Singh and co-hosted by Yashpreet, fondly known to regular listeners as Yash Auntie or Yash ji. Together, they guide children and community members through jokes, riddles, and traditional Punjabi songs while keeping the energy warm, inclusive, and genuinely funny.
What is a bhujarat (Punjabi riddle)?
A bhujarat is a traditional Punjabi riddle — a short, clever puzzle usually described in poetic or metaphorical language. They are a popular part of Punjabi oral tradition, often passed down through generations. On Laughter Therapy, children enjoy sharing bhujarat that challenge even the hosts to think before answering.
How can I listen to Laughter Therapy from Australia ?
You can listen to Laughter Therapy on Radio Haanji via the free Radio Haanji app (available on iOS and Android), on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, or by streaming live at haanji.com.au. The show is completely free and serves Punjabi communities across Australia, Singapore, and worldwide.
Conclusion
This episode of Laughter Therapy was a reminder of why mornings need a little mischief. From Bunnings weekends to jalebi riddles to the eternal chappal joke, Ranjodh Singh and Yashpreet once again delivered something the diaspora truly needs — a genuine laugh, in the language of home.
If you haven't tuned into Laughter Therapy yet, there's no better time to start. Share it with a parent, a child, or a friend who needs reminding that some of the best medicine is still absolutely free.
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