Should lyrics be used as evidence in a court of law?

From artists receiving police bans on making music to venues banning whole genres, Richie Brave and guests discuss the different obstacles and barriers Black music has faced over the last 20 years.

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Should we be scared of Artificial Intelligence? Richie Brave and guests discuss everything AI, from virtual rappers to AI voice recreation scams to facial recognition.

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What one thing do you want people to understand about Somali culture?

Did you know the Somali community have roots in the UK going as far back as 1914? Richie Brave and guests break down Somali culture in the UK; celebrating their contributions and achievements, breaking down the myths and telling the realities of one of the fastest growing communities in the UK today.

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Mary Mandefield sits in for Richie Brave and this week she's talking about the evolution of Black spaces in Summer for Festival Weekender.

What are your favourite Summer-raving memories? What memories are you looking forward to creating this summer?

Mary takes us through a crash course history class of clubbing, raving, concerts and festivals as she investigates how Black British people have filled dancefloors for the last 30 years.

From warehouse raves to Ayia Napa Garage getaways to Afro Nation and DLT Malta. Mary shares the stories

What's your Windrush Story?

This year marks 75 years since the arrival of the HMT Empire Windrush and the first wave of Caribbean immigrants.

This special episode will highlight the resilience and contributions of the Caribbean immigrants who rebuilt the UK post-Second World War.

Richie hosts intergenerational conversations, celebrations of their achievements and stories of their journeys.

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Richie Brave is joined by Mizzy and other guests to discuss the dangers of social media, prank culture and anti-social behaviour on the internet.

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What are your favourite Afro-Beats lyrics? Will Afro-Swing ever return? Why does Amapiano sound so good?

Richie Brave is joined by Larizzle and Fuse ODG to celebrate the African music industry and all its stars; past, present and future.

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What's it like being a freelancer? Mary is joined by a host of freelancers from across the UK to talk about life as a freelancer.

Richie Brave and guests discuss anxiety for Mental Health Awareness Week with Jords, Dr Roberta Babb and Dr T Ajayi.

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Is online dating the only way to find love these days?

Richie Brave is joined by Dayo Israel - founder of dating app Melanin Matchmakers - and other guests to discuss the dos and don'ts, success and horror stories of dating on the world wide web.

It's the biggest group chat of the week. Get involved!