15 May - Laughter Therapy - Kids, Boliyan & Belly Laughs That'll Brighten Your Week - Yash & Ranjodh Singh

Belly Laughs, Boliyan & Baby Cricketers: Laughter Therapy Lights Up Radio Haanji — 15 May 2026

Some radio shows make you think. Some make you cry. And then there's Laughter Therapy on Radio Haanji 1674 AM — the show that makes you laugh so hard you forget what day it is. Hosted by the unstoppable duo Yash and Ranjodh Singh, this week's episode was everything the Melbourne Punjabi and Indian community needed: kids with big personalities, riddles that trick you every single time, and boliyan so funny they're probably still echoing through living rooms across Australia.

Whether you're catching it on the Radio Haanji app, streaming through Spotify, or tuned in on 1674 AM Melbourne, one thing is guaranteed — you will not be leaving this episode without a smile permanently fixed on your face.

Leaving the Weekend Worries Behind

Yash and Ranjodh open every Laughter Therapy with the same beautiful promise to their listeners: put down your burdens, forget the week's headaches, and come sit with us for a while. It's a simple idea, and yet it's exactly why this show has built such a loyal following across the Punjabi community in Australia and far beyond.

This episode carried that warmth in every single moment — from the very first caller to the final birthday shoutout. The hosts' energy was infectious, their banter was sharp, and as always, the real stars of the show were the children who phoned in.

Mannat ਤੇ Fateh ਦੀਆਂ ਧਮਾਕੇਦਾਰ ਬੋਲੀਆਂ — Boliyan That Brought Down the House

The show kicked off in style with Mannat and Fateh, who arrived armed with traditional Punjabi boliyan — ਲੋਕ ਕਵਿਤਾਵਾਂ ਤੇ ਤੁਕਬੰਦੀਆਂ — that went straight for the funny bone. Their rhymes about family members had Yash and Ranjodh barely holding it together, and the contagious giggling that followed was the kind of sound that reminds you why community radio exists.

Boliyan are a treasured part of Punjabi oral tradition — witty couplets that get passed down through generations at weddings, gatherings, and joyful occasions. Hearing children keep that tradition alive on an Australian radio station is genuinely special.

Teg's Tricky Cucumber Riddle — ਖੀਰੇ ਦੀ ਪਹੇਲੀ

Teg came on buzzing about his school photo day, and after a bit of cheerful teasing from the hosts, he pulled out his riddle. The challenge: figure out what has the feel of cucumber but is mostly water. It sounds simple — but try it on someone you know and watch them think a little harder than expected!

Teg's easy confidence on the mic was a joy to listen to, and his excitement about getting his photo taken at school gave the segment a sweet, grounded human moment before the riddle landed.

Ambar ਦੀ ਰੋਂਦੀ ਰਾਣੀ — The Riddle of the Weeping Queen

Ambar arrived with a riddle that's as poetic as it is clever:

ਇੱਕ ਰਾਣੀ ਰੋਂਦੀ ਰਹਿੰਦੀ ਹੈ, ਜਦੋਂ ਤੱਕ ਖਤਮ ਨਾ ਹੋ ਜਾਵੇ — ਦੱਸੋ ਕੀ ਹੈ?

A queen who weeps until she is no more — what is she?

The answer? A candle — ਮੋਮਬੱਤੀ. A flame that weeps wax until it burns itself out. Hosts and listeners alike were floored by how beautifully this riddle was framed, and Ambar delivered it with the composed confidence of someone who already knew they'd won the room.

Gurbaz — Cricket, Sixes ਤੇ ਪੀਂਘ ਦੀ ਪਹੇਲੀ

Gurbaz made no secret of his sporting ambitions — he's all about cricket and hitting sixes, and he told the hosts exactly that with the kind of matter-of-fact pride only a kid can pull off. After the laughter settled, he served up a riddle about ਪੀਂਘ (a swing) that had the hosts guessing before the answer clicked into place.

This segment is a perfect example of what makes Laughter Therapy so endearing — children aren't just sharing jokes, they're sharing their whole little worlds. Cricket and swings and school photos. It's real life, and it's beautiful.

Taj's Pappu Joke — ਦਰਜ਼ੀ ਤੇ ਰੱਬ ਦੀ ਦੋਸਤੀ

Taj delivered the episode's standout comedy moment — a sharp Pappu joke about a character who insists that only God can make the perfect marital match, only to concede that a tailor comes a close second. It's a classic Indian joke structure that plays beautifully in the Punjabi comedy tradition, and Taj's timing was, frankly, impeccable. The hosts' reaction said everything.

Jubraj ਤੇ Jasika — ਭੈਣ-ਭਰਾ ਦੀ ਕਮਾਲ ਜੋੜੀ

Siblings Jubraj and Jasika arrived as a duo and did not disappoint. Jubraj shared a story that hits close to home for any desi family: a mum who receives a call about a hefty traffic fine but immediately assumes her child has been kidnapped and a ransom is being demanded. If you've ever watched a Punjabi parent's imagination run at full speed, you know exactly how this goes — and Jubraj told it perfectly.

Jasika followed with a cheeky joke about a husband teasing his wife about her long tongue, keeping the sibling energy going strong. The back-and-forth with Yash and Ranjodh was warm and playful, the kind of radio that makes you feel like you're sitting in the same room.

Tavneet's Birthday Party & The Telephone Riddle — ਟੈਲੀਫ਼ੋਨ ਦੀ ਪਹੇਲੀ

Tavneet was still riding the high of a birthday party she'd recently attended — cake, games, and all the fun a kid could want — and she described it with vivid, excited detail that was completely contagious. Then she brought out a riddle about a telephone that was equal parts clever and charming.

Think about it: what speaks without a mouth and hears without ears, carrying your voice across the world? The telephone. A classic riddle, told fresh.

Ashleen ਦੀ ਪਿਆਰੀ ਕਵਿਤਾ — ਉੱਪਰ ਪੰਖਾ ਚੱਲਦਾ ਹੈ

And then there was Ashleen — who brought the episode home with the most beloved childhood Punjabi rhyme of all:

ਉੱਪਰ ਪੰਖਾ ਚੱਲਦਾ ਹੈ, ਨੀਚੇ ਬੱਚਾ ਸੁੱਤਾ ਹੈ…

The fan spins above, the child sleeps below…

It is impossible to hear this rhyme and not feel something warm in your chest — nostalgia, tenderness, maybe a memory of being that child yourself. Ashleen recited it with such sweetness that the hosts went quiet for just a moment before bursting into appreciative applause. A perfect note to ride out on.

Community Messages, Birthday Wishes & Riddle Answers

Laughter Therapy always ends the way a good family gathering does — with warmth, acknowledgement, and belonging. Yash and Ranjodh took time to read out listener riddle answers that had been sent in, celebrate community birthdays, and share the messages of love that pour in from the Indian and Punjabi community across Melbourne and Australia every single week.

This is what sets Radio Haanji apart from a standard broadcast. It is not just a station — it is a living community space, a home for people who want to hear their language, their humour, and their culture reflected back at them with love.

Why Laughter Therapy Is Melbourne's Favourite Punjabi Podcast Segment

In a media landscape crowded with noise, Laughter Therapy offers something rare: genuine joy. It doesn't try to be clever or edgy or provocative. It invites children to be themselves. It invites listeners to be present. And it delivers, week after week, a show that makes the Punjabi diaspora in Australia feel seen, heard, and thoroughly entertained.

Yash and Ranjodh Singh bring a warmth to the mic that can't be faked — and the kids who call in feel that warmth, which is why they give so freely of their jokes, their riddles, their boliyan, and their pure, unfiltered happiness.

If you've never listened before, this episode is the perfect place to start. And if you're already a regular — welcome home.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Laughter Therapy on Radio Haanji?

Laughter Therapy is a popular comedy and community segment on Radio Haanji 1674 AM, Melbourne's best Punjabi and Hindi radio station. Hosted by Yash and Ranjodh Singh, the show invites young listeners to call in and share jokes, Punjabi riddles (ਪਹੇਲੀਆਂ), boliyan (ਬੋਲੀਆਂ), and funny stories in a warm, joyful, intergenerational atmosphere.

How can I listen to Laughter Therapy as a Punjabi podcast in Australia?

You can stream Laughter Therapy as a free Punjabi podcast through the Radio Haanji website at haanji.com.au/podcast/laughter-therapy, or on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and the Radio Haanji mobile app. New episodes are published regularly and all past episodes are available on demand.

Is Radio Haanji available outside Melbourne?

Yes. While Radio Haanji broadcasts on 1674 AM in Melbourne, the station streams live online and publishes all shows as podcasts, making it accessible to the Punjabi and Indian diaspora across Australia and internationally. You can listen live or on demand through haanji.com.au.

What language is Laughter Therapy broadcast in?

Laughter Therapy is primarily broadcast in Punjabi, with some Hindi used during the show. Content includes Punjabi boliyan, ਪਹੇਲੀਆਂ (riddles), jokes, and children's rhymes, making it an ideal show for Punjabi-speaking families across Australia.

Who are the hosts of Laughter Therapy on Radio Haanji?

Laughter Therapy is hosted by Yash and Ranjodh Singh — a cheerful and energetic duo well known in the Melbourne Punjabi community for their warmth, humour, and genuine connection with listeners of all ages.

What other shows does Radio Haanji produce?

Radio Haanji 1674 AM produces a wide range of Punjabi and Hindi content including The Deep Talk (science, space and exploration), Kitaab Kahani (audio stories), Health Talk, Today Updates, The Yash and Vishal Show, and more. Explore the full podcast library at haanji.com.au.

Can my child participate in Laughter Therapy on Radio Haanji?

Yes! Laughter Therapy actively encourages young listeners to call in and share jokes, riddles, boliyan, and stories. It's a joyful, safe, and community-driven space for children to express themselves in Punjabi. Tune in to Radio Haanji 1674 AM or follow the station on social media for details on how to participate.

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