Lyca XTRA

Lyca XTRA is a unique speech service from the Lyca Radio Network, created to amplify the voices and perspectives of the British Asian community.
With its slogan, ‘The Sound of the British Asian Generation’, Lyca XTRA promises a compelling blend of culture, commentary and contemporary issues.
Lyca XTRA is available across all major streaming platforms.
Lyca XTRA is part of Lyca Radio Network
#LycaXTRA
Podcast produced by Imagine X Global
Lyca XTRA is a unique speech service from the Lyca Radio Network, created to amplify the voices and perspectives of the British Asian community.
With its slogan, ‘The Sound of the British Asian Generation’, Lyca XTRA promises a compelling blend of culture, commentary and contemporary issues.
Lyca XTRA is available across all major streaming platforms.
Lyca XTRA is part of Lyca Radio Network
#LycaXTRA
Podcast produced by Imagine X Global

#LycaXTRA
Lyca Xtra is a unique speech service from the Lyca Radio Network, created to amplify the voices and perspectives of the British Asian community.
With its slogan, ‘The Sound of the British Asian Generation’, Lyca Xtra promises a compelling blend of culture, commentary and contemporary issues.
Lyca Xtra is available across all major streaming platforms.
Each episode will deliver a wide-ranging editorial offerings, bringing together in-depth discussions on sensitive subjects often avoided within South Asian communities, and interviews with prominent business leaders, celebrities and entrepreneurs. It will also explore lifestyle themes, including health, the economy and politics, reflecting the interests and concerns of its target audience.
Episodes
Episodes



Jul 2, 2026
Rise in Women's Cricket | S1
Jul 2, 2026
Jul 2, 2026
37 min
Women’s cricket was once overlooked, underfunded, and often treated as secondary… but today, the game is changing 🏏🔥 In this episode, we dive deep into the rise of women’s cricket—how it has evolved from being underestimated to now competing for equal recognition on the global stage. Our panel of experts shares powerful insights on the challenges women have faced in the sport and what’s finally driving this shift. From the reality that many girls drop out of sports at a young age, to the lack of expectations placed on them early on, we unpack the deeper issues that have held women back for years. We also explore how confidence, family support, better opportunities, and innovation are now helping change that narrative. Hear from Kamal Prabhakar, Mugdha Deshmukh, Pratim Das, and Nitin Teckchandani as they discuss everything from the importance of representation and encouragement to innovations like platforms supporting women in sports and even the evolution of kits designed specifically for female athletes. Is women’s cricket finally getting the recognition it deserves, or is this just the beginning of something much bigger? 🎬 Watch now and join the conversation



Jul 1, 2026
Jul 1, 2026
1 min
Women’s cricket was once overlooked… so what changed? 🏏🔥
This week’s episode dives into the powerful rise of women’s cricket, from being underestimated to now standing shoulder to shoulder with the men’s game.
Our panel of experts unpacks the reality behind the journey, the drop-off of girls in sports at a young age, the lack of expectations placed on them, and why that narrative needs to change now.
From building confidence and creating better opportunities, to the importance of family support and even the evolution of kits designed specifically for women, this conversation highlights how far the sport has come and how much further it can go.
We also explore how innovation and platforms are helping women stay in the game and grow, breaking barriers that once held them back.
Is women’s cricket finally getting the recognition it deserves, or is this just the beginning?
Watch the trailer now and stay tuned for the full episode 🎬
#WomensCricket #WomenInSports #Cricket #SportsEquality #GameChanger #YouTubePodcast



Jun 25, 2026
Pride Month - Truth & Taboos | S1
Jun 25, 2026
Jun 25, 2026
49 min
This Pride Month, we bring you a powerful and deeply personal conversation that goes beyond the surface of love, identity, and acceptance.
In this episode, we explore the realities of being part of the LGBTQ+ community in a world that is still learning to understand. From facing trolling and harsh comments online to growing up in environments where being gay was often labelled as “wrong” or misunderstood, our guests open up about the challenges they’ve had to navigate.
They share their journeys of self-discovery, including when they first realised their identity and the experiences of bullying and name-calling they faced while growing up. The conversation also highlights the contrast between acceptance and resistance, while their families were supportive, their extended social circles and communities often took time to come around.
At the heart of this episode is a beautiful love story. From the moment they met, there was an undeniable connection, one that led to a proposal on the very first date. Their journey from that moment to building a life together is a testament to choosing love, even when the world doesn’t fully understand it.
This episode is not just about relationships, it’s about courage, resilience, identity, and breaking long-standing taboos. It sheds light on how far we’ve come as a society, while also questioning how far we still need to go when it comes to true acceptance.
Watch the full episode to hear their story, their struggles, and their unwavering belief in love that doesn’t need permission.
#PrideMonth #LGBTQStories #LoveIsLove #BreakingTaboos #PodcastEpisode #RepresentationMatter



Jun 24, 2026
Jun 24, 2026
57 sec
Are we truly accepting, or just hiding behind silence? 🌈
From being trolled online to growing up hearing that their identity was “wrong,” this episode uncovers the reality many still live with. The bullying, the labels, the slow and often painful journey of being accepted by the world around them.
But in the middle of all the noise, something beautiful happened. They found each other. A love that felt certain from the very beginning, so much so that a proposal came on the first date itself. No fear, no hesitation, just knowing.
A love that didn’t wait for approval. A love that chose itself anyway.
Watch the trailer now and stay tuned… this story will stay with you long after ❤️
#PrideMonth #LoveIsLove #LGBTQVoices #BreakTheTaboo #Explore #FYP



Jun 18, 2026
South Asian Women In Sports I S1
Jun 18, 2026
Jun 18, 2026
34 min
This episode brings together powerful voices of South Asian women in sports, sharing stories of resilience, representation, and breaking barriers!
Aneela Rose speaks about how no one should ever be stopped because of their colour and shares her incredible journey, including deadlifting in -23°C snow. She also highlights how she started later in life, proving that age is never a limitation, and hopes to inspire more women, especially those going through menopause, to begin their fitness journey.
Simran Hayer opens up about the realities of being in the sports industry, from lack of responses to limited investment, and why more support is needed. She also reflects on how having supportive parents made a difference in her journey.
Jaya, the youngest voice on the panel, reminds us that if you set your mind to something, you can achieve it and shares how the encouragement from her friends and family has helped her pursue her passion.
Together, they talk about role models, challenges, and why representation and opportunity in sports matter now more than ever. This is more than just a conversation. It is a call to break barriers, start at any age, and take your place in sport.
Watch the full episode and be part of the change 🎬
#womeninsports #SouthAsianWomen #BreakBarriers #RepresentationMatters #Explore #FYP
Remember to subscribe to the 'Lyca Radio UK' channel on YouTube for exclusive content.
Produced by Imagine X Global



Jun 17, 2026
Jun 17, 2026
1 min
Why should colour ever define your place in sports?
In this conversation, South Asian women break barriers sharing their journeys, the challenges they’ve faced, and why it’s never too late to start… even after menopause.
From lack of representation to the need for more investment in sports, this is about rewriting the narrative and owning your space.
Watch the full episode out now 🎬
#Explore #FYP #WomenInSports #Representation #BreakBarriers
Produced by Imagine X Global
Remember to subscribe to the 'Lyca Radio UK' channel on YouTube for exclusive content.



Jun 11, 2026
Jun 11, 2026
36 min
Is Bollywood evolving… or just repeating itself? 🎬
This episode dives into the journey of Bollywood, from iconic films like Dhoom and Rang De Basanti to cult favourites like Yeh Jawaani Hai Deewani that still define a generation. While movies continue to feel deeply personal and relatable, are we actually seeing new storiesor the same emotions packaged differently?
From the era where films held mystery to today’s world of instant reviews and social media noise, the conversation explores how cinema has shifted. Is it truly more content-driven, or just more about reflecting our own lives back at us?
So what’s really changing? Bollywood, or us? 🎙️
which is your favourite movie?



Jun 10, 2026
Jun 10, 2026
1 min
From iconic early 2000s films to today’s evolving cinema, this episode takes you on a Bollywood rewind like no other 🎬
From how Kabhi Alvida Naa Kehna was way ahead of its time to the cultural impact of films like Dhoom and Rang De Basanti, the conversation dives into how storytelling has changed over the years.
Remember when movies held their mystery? Before social media reviews and spoilers shaped opinions overnight? Today, films don’t just tell stories for the audience, they are shaped around them.
So what changed, the films or us? 🎙️







