About this episode
Friday Laughter is Here — Yash and Ranjodh Singh Bring the Joy
Friday mornings on Radio Haanji 1674 AM have a special kind of energy, and today was no exception. Hosts Yash and Ranjodh Singh were in fine form, guiding the Punjabi community through another warm, laughter-filled edition of Laughter Therapy — the show that turns every weekday morning into a celebration of joy, culture, and togetherness.
What is Laughter Therapy?
Laughter Therapy is a daily live comedy programme that airs every Monday to Friday morning on Radio Haanji 1674 AM, Melbourne. The show is built entirely around the community — listeners call in live, and the fun begins. It runs in two joyful halves. The first part is dedicated to the youngest voices in the Punjabi community, where kids aged four to fourteen call in to share chutkule (jokes), bolian (Punjabi folk couplets), and bujaratan (riddles) that leave everyone smiling from ear to ear.
In the second half, the adults join in, bringing the same spirit of warmth and laughter to the airwaves. Whether it is a clever one-liner, a classic Punjabi folk saying, or a playful riddle that stumps the hosts, every caller adds something special to the morning. The result is a show that feels less like radio and more like a big, welcoming Punjabi family gathering — just without the chai going cold.
No scripts, no rehearsals, no filters. Just real people, real laughter, and the kind of community connection that Radio Haanji has always stood for.
Yash and Ranjodh Singh — Today's Hosts
Today's episode was co-hosted by Yash and Ranjodh Singh, and the chemistry between them made every moment feel effortless. Yash brought his signature energy and quick wit, keeping the pace lively and the callers at ease. Whether a shy young caller needed a gentle word of encouragement or a seasoned adult caller needed a good-natured challenge, Yash had exactly the right response.
Ranjodh Singh, a familiar and beloved voice on Radio Haanji, added his trademark warmth and depth to the proceedings. His natural connection with the Punjabi community shines through every interaction, and on a Friday morning — when everyone is already feeling that end-of-week lightness — his energy lifted the show to another level entirely. Together, the two hosts made today's Laughter Therapy one to remember.
Why Laughter Therapy Matters
For the Punjabi diaspora in Australia and Singapore, mornings can feel far removed from the villages, gullies, and family courtyards back home. Laughter Therapy bridges that distance in the most natural way possible — through the sound of familiar laughter, shared in a familiar language, with people who understand the culture from the inside out.
The kids segment is particularly special. When a young child calls in to share a chutkule or bujaratan they have practised at home, it is more than just a funny moment on the radio. It is a child staying connected to their roots. It is a family sitting
