10 Years of Celebrating Kingdom Excellence: Annette B on the GX Awards 🏆✨ | The Edge Ep. 192

💬 "We need encouragement while we're down here on Earth... This is just a way, while we're here in the natural, giving them their flowers."

Yes, yes, yes, people!

Welcome back to The Edge on Affinity Xtra, hosted by your boy Roger Moore, where we celebrate gospel music of black origin, honor our trailblazers, and dive deep into real kingdom culture.

In this long-overdue and inspiring episode, Roger sits down with gospel artist, radio host, and visionary event organizer Annette B, the founder of the iconic GX Awards (Gospel Explosion Awards).

From starting out as a hostess manager at the Screen Nation Awards to stepping out in faith to launch the UK’s first consistent kingdom awards ceremony in 2015 , Annette opens up about the true cost, risk, and spiritual heart behind running a major independent event. She shares testimonies of lives transformed , the behind-the-scenes reality of organizing vs. performing , and why honoring independent gospel artists will always be a timeless calling.

🕒 What to Expect in This Episode:

The Vision Drop: How watching Idris Elba and mainstream stars at Screen Nation inspired Annette to launch a platform to honor gospel ministers.

The Reality of Event Promotion: The risks promoters take, why artists need to support with sharing, and what it takes to have "nerves of steel".

Giving Flowers While Here: How a simple nomination has restored deflated artists, birthed radio stations, and saved careers from being put down.

The Evolution of the GX Awards: Diversifying categories to cover podcasts, urban gospel, reggae, and supporting non-mainstream talent.

GX Awards 2026 Details: Looking ahead to Saturday, September 5th, 2026, at the iconic Birmingham Town Hall —including ticket tiers, food options, the "Top 4" reveal format, and the official Pepper Pink dress code theme!

🎟️ Event Details & Links:

📅 Date: Saturday, September 5th, 2026

🏛️ Venue: Iconic Birmingham Town Hall

🎟️ Tickets & Info: https://thegxawards.com/

💖 Dress Code Theme: Pink / Pepper Pink

💬 Drop a comment below: Have you ever attended the GX Awards or been impacted by an independent UK Gospel artist? Let us know in the comments!

Turn on notifications, like, share, and subscribe to support independent Black media and kingdom culture preservation! 🔔👇

#TheEdge #AffinityXtra #GXAwards #AnnetteB #RogerMoore #UKGospel #KingdomExcellence #BirminghamTownHall #GospelMusic

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Institutionalising Our Legacy: Uncovering Black British Military Service with Donald Campbell | #TheEdge

💬 "When you're on the front line, the bullet has no discrimination whatsoever. The poppy is a representation of military presence... and Britain is what it is because of us."

Yes, yes, yes, people! Welcome back to The Edge on Affinity Xtra, hosted by your boy Roger Moore, where we celebrate gospel music of black origin and dive deep into our rich, living history.

In this long-overdue and deeply moving episode, Roger is joined by RAF veteran, historian, and community elder Donald Campbell, founder of The Forgotten Generations.

From coming to the UK from Jamaica as a young boy to serving 36 years as an RAF engineer across fast jets and helicopters worldwide , Donald shares his remarkable journey through Northern Ireland, the Falklands, and the Gulf Wars. More importantly, he breaks down his vital mission: ensuring the sacrifices and contributions of Black African and Caribbean service personnel are permanently written into British history.

🕒 What to Expect in This Episode:

From Jamaica to the RAF: How a 13-year-old boy from Birmingham high-rises qualified to handle life-support systems on fast jets and helicopters for over three decades.

Trench Realities & Facing Ignorance: Standing guard in 1970s Northern Ireland at age 18 , navigating military rank, and overcoming racial prejudice by letting capability speak loudest.

The Power of the Poppy: Breaking down the true meaning of remembrance, front-line sacrifice, and why Black service personnel belong at the national table.

The Forgotten Generations: The inspiration behind founding the organization, receiving a Points of Light Award at No. 10 Downing Street , and creating UK-wide virtual and physical exhibitions.

Mental Health & The Returned Generation: A hard-hitting look at PTSD in Black veterans , the trauma of children "left behind" in the Caribbean during the Windrush era , and changing the national school curriculum permanently.

🔗 Resources & Connections:

The Forgotten Generations Website: https://theforgottengenerations.com/

Explore the Virtual Museum: Experience the stories, interviews, and artifacts directly on their platform.

💬 Drop a comment below: Did you have family members from the Commonwealth who served in the Armed Forces? Let us know their stories!

Turn on notifications, like, share, and subscribe to support independent Black media and history preservation! 🔔👇

#TheEdge #AffinityXtra #TheForgottenGenerations #DonaldCampbell #RogerMoore #BlackBritishHistory #RAF #WindrushGeneration #LestWeForget #UKGospelNetwork

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https://youtu.be/w_R9veeIdXA

The Story of SHEKINAH: The 90s UK Rap Group That Changed Everything | The Edge Ep. 189

For the first time in 30 years, the original members of the legendary UK rap/reggae gospel group Shekinah reunite in the flesh for an exclusive, raw interview on The Edge with host Roger Moore!

About This Episode: Before internet distribution, streaming playlists, or mobile phones took over, a radical movement was quiet-firing through the Midlands. In this milestone episode of The Edge on Affinity Xtra, Roger Moore sits down with Dennis, Casey, Jamal (DJ Jammer), and Robin (Assassin) to chart the gritty, uncompromised history of the UK urban gospel scene.

From the streets and road culture of Handsworth and Birmingham to the historical 1992 launch at Trinity Fellowship, hear the firsthand account of how four young men mixed raw hip-hop beats, Jamaican dancehall, and heavy spiritual discipline to build a literal dynasty. They dive deep into the mixtape culture, the infamous roadblock nights at the Porsche Club and Fitness First, their national BBC Black Britain feature, and the legendary mainstage moment at the 1996 Manchester Carnival that shook the scene.

This isn't just a look back at music history—it's a masterclass on pioneering, facing resistance within the traditional church, overcoming trauma, and staying true to a radical calling.

"Hip-hop was our language. A group of guys just wanted to express our love for God through the language of hip-hop, and we just dived right in."

For the first time in 30 years, the original members of the legendary UK rap/reggae gospel group Shekinah reunite in the flesh for an exclusive, raw interview on The Edge with host Roger Moore!

About This Episode: Before internet distribution, streaming playlists, or mobile phones took over, a radical movement was quiet-firing through the Midlands. In this milestone episode of The Edge on Affinity Xtra, Roger Moore sits down with Dennis, Casey, Jamal (DJ Jammer), and Robin (Assassin) to chart the gritty, uncompromised history of the UK urban gospel scene.

From the streets and road culture of Handsworth and Birmingham to the historical 1992 launch at Trinity Fellowship, hear the firsthand account of how four young men mixed raw hip-hop beats, Jamaican dancehall, and heavy spiritual discipline to build a literal dynasty. They dive deep into the mixtape culture, the infamous roadblock nights at the Porsche Club and Fitness First, their national BBC Black Britain feature, and the legendary mainstage moment at the 1996 Manchester Carnival that shook the scene.

This isn't just a look back at music history—it's a masterclass on pioneering, facing resistance within the traditional church, overcoming trauma, and staying true to a radical calling.

"Hip-hop was our language. A group of guys just wanted to express our love for God through the language of hip-hop, and we just dived right in."

Love In Action Ep 15 | Why Racism is a Sin & The Power of Pentecostal Unity

We are back in the studio for another heavy, unfiltered episode of Love In Action. Despite coming from different eras and distinct backgrounds, hosts Rico Fogarty and Roger Moore find common ground in their shared faith and culture as they tackle one of the most persistent evils of our time: systemic racism and prejudice.

In this episode, Roger and Rico challenge the global Christian community to move past superficial unity and look at what Love in Action truly means. Rooted in the foundational command to "love your neighbour as yourself," they break down why racism is fundamentally a sin that violates the Imago Dei (the Image of God) in every human being.

From outrageous modern headlines—including a French senator's derogatory remarks about footballer Kylian Mbappé and xenophobic football fan behavior during the World Cup—to the raw personal stories of what their fathers taught them growing up black in Birmingham, this conversation pulls no punches. They expose how media conditioning creates tactical division and explain why the day of Pentecost represents the enemy's worst nightmare: true, uncompromised unity.

Key Topics Covered in This Episode:

* The Theology of Equality: Breaking down why racism explicitly violates Christian fundamental beliefs and biblical teachings against partiality.

* Passed Down Wisdom: Roger and Rico share the identical advice given to them by their fathers at young ages about surviving systemic prejudice in the UK.

* The "Human Zoos" of History: Tracking the structural roots of racism back to educational and historical ignorance, including the dark history of Crystal Palace.

* World Cup Media Bias & Free Speech: Analyzing recent global sports controversies, from public slurs against elite black players to fans standing up against racism in the stands.

* The Power of Unity: Why division is the enemy's ultimate tool to conquer communities, and why authentic connection must transcend superficial Sunday services.

About the Show: Love In Action brings you raw, trench-level community conversations designed to challenge perspectives, expose institutional biases, and foster genuine understanding.

🔊 Listen to the full episode, drop your thoughts in the comments below, and don't forget to Like, Share, and Subscribe to stay updated on future conversations.

#LoveInAction #AffinityXtra #CommunityConversations #FaithAndRace #Theology #UnityOverDivision #StopTheProgramming #RicoFogarty #RogerMoore #BirminghamPodcasts #ImagoDei #CombatRacism

https://youtu.be/Jyf98DK2lL4

Celebrating Black Excellence in Football! 🏆 Dre Hosts Football Black List Birmingham | Roger Van Moorinho Special

"You've got to be authentic to who you are... be unashamedly, proudly you."

In this special on-location edition of the Roger Van Moorinho Show (RVM 211) on Affinity Xtra, Roger Moore passes the microphone to 17-year-old rising presenter De'vondre (Dre) at the Birmingham regional leg of the Football Black List!

Celebrating the inspiring achievements of Black role models, trailblazers, and community champions in football, Dre gets up close and personal with pioneers across the industry. From England internationals and Premier League trailblazers to grassroots heroes saving lives off the pitch, this episode is packed with invaluable advice on building a brand, finding mentors, creating opportunities, and choosing legacy over money.

Featured Guests & Key Highlights:

* Leon Mann MBE (Co-Founder, Football Black List): The importance of authenticity, carving your own path in sports media, and celebrating regional heroes.

* Tony Daley (Aston Villa & England Legend): Hard work over raw talent, life after football, and heading sports science at elite clubs.

* Nikki Tapper MBE (Broadcaster & Host): The art of active listening, preparation, and asking open questions in broadcasting.

* Tricia (BBC Presenter & Sports Broadcast Pioneer): Building your personal brand and creating opportunities in sports media.

* Hamza (Sports Journalist): Community journalism, opening doors for underrepresented backgrounds, and why legacy matters.

* Vic & Colin Nelson (Blues 4 All): Inclusion in football supporter culture and the power of grassroots generosity.

* Lincoln Moses MBE & Daniel Allen (Sports Key): Transforming communities through sports hubs, mentorship, and youth leadership.

* Dawn Miller (Phoenix United): 24 years of grassroots dedication and building character on and off the pitch.

* Eniola Aluko (England Lionesses Legend & 102 Caps): Pushing boundaries in women's football contracts, boardroom diversity, the business case for inclusion, and opening doors for future generations.

#FootballBlackList #RogerVanMoorinho #AffinityXtra #EniolaAluko #TonyDaley #LeonMann #BlackExcellence #BirminghamFootball #GrassrootsFootball #Lionesses #SportsJournalism #BrummieCulture

https://youtu.be/SovnJlzy8lM

Spain Dethrones Argentina! 🏆 | World Cup 2026 Review & Post-Tournament Transfer Chaos | RVM 210

"You can't just be good at one thing and be expected to be called the greatest of all time."

Welcome back to the Roger Van Moorinho Show (RVM 210) on Affinity Xtra! Hosted by Roger Moore alongside co-host Anthony Young, the guys are back in the studio for a rapid-fire, unfiltered review of the World Cup conclusion and the summer transfer window mayhem.

From analyzing Spain’s World Cup triumph over Argentina to dropping harsh truths about management failures, referee bias, and bloated transfer fees—no topic is off limits!

📌 Key Discussions in This Episode:

* World Cup Final Reaction: Saluting Spain for their dominant run! The guys break down the final clash, Deschamps' tactical mistakes with France, and why chasing the game against Spain is suicide.

* The Eternal GOAT Debate: Why Pelé remains the undisputed King of Football with 3 World Cups. The guys discuss Maradona, R9 Ronaldo, Eusebio, and why Cristiano Ronaldo's all-round game eclipses Lionel Messi across multiple top leagues.

* England & Thomas Tuchel Breakdown: Was England robbed? Analyzing England’s performance against Argentina and France, Thomas Tuchel’s negative substitutions, and picking the ultimate starting XI led by Jude Bellingham and Black excellence on the pitch.

* Transfer Window Chaos & Club Rumors: * Why Chelsea’s £117M move for Morgan Rogers changes the market.

* Arsenal’s transfer dithering and missed opportunities.

* Real Madrid under Jose Mourinho: Can they win it all with Jude, Bernardo Silva, and Rodri?

* The extinction of classic centre-forwards in modern football.

#RVMShow #WorldCup2026 #SpainVsArgentina #PeleTheGOAT #CR7vsMessi #ThomasTuchel #BlackEngland #MorganRogers #ChelseaFC #RealMadrid #AffinityXtra #FootballDebate

https://youtu.be/MCIY09-PBNw

BRAZIL ESCAPE JAPAN! 🇧🇷🇯🇵 Full Match Reaction + My Final World Cup Winner Prediction!

The whistle has blown, and Brazil managed to get the job done—but Roger Van Moorinho is NOT convinced! 🇧🇷👀

In this episode of the Roger Van Moorinho Show on Affinity Xtra, Roger Moore reacts live to the final whistle of Brazil vs. Japan. While Brazil walked away with a deserved win on paper, the performance left a lot to be desired, and key injuries to Casemiro and Rafinha could spell disaster for their tournament run.

In this video, referencing files "RVM 207 1 - June 30, 2026.pdf" and "RVM 2072 - June 30, 2026.pdf", Roger breaks down:

• The final match stats: Brazil’s 65% possession and 19 shots vs. Japan's tight defense.

• The heartbreak of the distraught Japanese squad.

• Massive injury concerns for Casemiro (groin strain) and Rafinha.

• His ultimate tournament bracket breakdown: Why France will "destroy whoever is in front of them" and the real dark horses to watch (Senegal 🇸🇳 and Colombia 🇨🇴).

Can this Brazilian side pull off a gritty tournament win like they have in the past, or will they be knocked out before they even face England? Let us know your thoughts in the live chat and comments below! 👇

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"A win is a win... but don't get it twisted." 🇧🇷👀

Roger Van Moorinho drops his post-match reaction to Brazil vs. Japan live on Affinity Xtra (referencing files "RVM 207 1 - June 30, 2026.pdf" and "RVM 2072 - June 30, 2026.pdf")! 🎙️

While Brazil dominated the stats with 65% possession and 19 shots, Roger isn't rating their football right now. Plus, with a potential Casemiro groin strain and Rafinha out, their road ahead looks incredibly shaky. 📉

Roger's ultimate tournament verdict? Brazil won't even survive to face England—because France is on track to completely destroy everyone in their path to the trophy! 🏆🇨🇵

Agree with Roger's take on Brazil, or do they have what it takes to grind it out? Drop your thoughts below! 👇

📺 Head over to our YouTube channel for the full, unfiltered bracket breakdown and post-match analysis. Remember to LIKE, SHARE, and SUBSCRIBE!

#RogerVanMoorinho #AffinityXtra #BrazilvsJapan #WorldCup #Casemiro #Neymar #FranceFootball #FootballDebate #PostMatchReaction #BallKnowledge #Subscribe

"FRANCE WILL DESTROY EVERYONE!" 🇨🇵🏆 Roger’s Official World Cup Predictions!

"France will just destroy whoever is in front of them." 💥🏆

While watching Brazil trail 1-0 at halftime against Japan, Roger Moore needed to get some massive World Cup predictions off his chest! In this segment from the Roger Van Moorinho Show on Affinity Xtra, Roger maps out the entire bracket, exposing the frauds and highlighting the absolute dark horses you cannot sleep on.

Inside this episode:

• Why Brazil isn't convincing and why they won't even reach England.

• France's unstoppable path to winning it all.

• Why you cannot sleep on Senegal 🇸🇳 and Colombia 🇨🇴.

• The England route: Congo, Mexico, Ivory Coast, and the looming Argentina/Colombia threat.

Do you agree with Roger's final prediction that France takes it all, or are his brackets completely wild? Let us know your thoughts in the comments! 👇

Make sure to smash that LIKE button, SHARE with your brethrens, and most importantly—SUBSCRIBE to the channel so you never miss a show!

📻 Tune in to Affinity Xtra: Be Extra.

🌐 Listen Live: www.affinityxtra.com

"France will just destroy them. I reckon they’ll win it all." 🇨🇵🏆

Roger Van Moorinho just mapped out his entire World Cup bracket live on Affinity Xtra, and he is predicting total domination from the French side! 💥

But that’s not all—Roger’s got some spicy takes on the rest of the tournament:

🚫 Not convinced by Brazil (currently trailing 1-0 to Japan at half!)

🇸🇳 "Watch out for Senegal" – the absolute dark horse.

🇨🇴 Colombia is "absolute stink fire" and could knock out Argentina.

🦁 England's path through the bottom half.

Is Roger spot on, or has he got it completely wrong? Drop your tournament winner below! 👇

📺 Head over to our YouTube channel to watch the full breakdown, and make sure to hit that subscribe button!

#RogerVanMoorinho #AffinityXtra #WorldCup #WorldCupPredictions #FranceFootball #LesBleus #ThreeLions #SenegalFootball #ColombiaFootball #FootballDebate #BallKnowledge #PodcastClips

Brazil vs. Japan | World Cup Watch-Along & Debate live with Roger Moore & Anthony Young!

Join Roger Moore and Anthony Young live on the Roger Van Moorinho Show, broadcasting on Affinity Xtra!

We are kicking back, watching the massive World Cup clash between Brazil and Japan, and talking about all things World Cup. Grab a drink, load up the stream, and get involved in the live chat with your thoughts on the match, tournament predictions, and football debates.

Make sure to drop a like, subscribe to the channel, and hit the notification bell so you never miss a live show!

#WorldCup #BrazilVsJapan #RogerVanMoorinho #AffinityXtra #WatchAlong #FootballLive #Qatar2022 #SoccerDebate

https://www.youtube.com/live/DtAZueDN-NQ?si=OvxyIJ5JkesiAez7

Pele vs. Messi vs. Ronaldo: The GOAT Debate Settled! | World Cup 2026 Update & Blatant Robbery?

Welcome back to the Roger Van Moorinho Show (RVM 206)! Hosted by Roger Moore alongside co-host Anthony Young, the guys are diving headfirst into a heated, unfiltered World Cup 2026 update.

From analyzing the performance of the tournament so far to dropping unfiltered truths about football history, this episode goes straight for the jugular.

📌 What We Discuss:

* The Ultimate GOAT Debate: Why the media propaganda surrounding Lionel Messi needs to stop. The guys break down why Messi’s comfort zones (Barca, PSG, Inter Miami) don't compare to Cristiano Ronaldo’s dominance across England, Spain, and Italy—and why Pele remains the undisputed, original King of football with 3 World Cup victories.

* Melanin & The Ballon d'Or: A candid look at football politics, favoritism, and why players like Vinicius Junior get overlooked for awards.

* World Cup 2026 Group Breakdowns: Group-by-group analysis covering Germany, Ivory Coast’s rising stars, Brazil under Don Carlo Ancelotti, and Morocco’s sneaky tactical dominance.

* England vs. Ghana Blatant Robbery: Breaking down the VAR controversy, why Ghana was denied a clear penalty against England, and thoughts on Djed Spence's recent controversial comments.

* Our World Cup Winner Prediction: Find out why the guys believe France (Africa) is destined to lift the trophy once again.

"There's only one God. There's only one Pele." — Tune in for the full, raw breakdown!

#RVMShow #WorldCup2026 #PeleTheGOAT #RonaldoVsMessi #FootballUnfiltered #EnglandVsGhana #DonCarlo #ThomasTuchel #BallonDorPolitics