This week we chat to music manager, businessman, and internet influencer Bouncer. We talk all things Likkleman and get Bouncer’s take on their contract as well as the Wicked n’ Bad trademark.

Plus, we speak with BBC reporter Daniel Henry about bias in AI. He tells us about Lauren Rhue’s research into how the tech can sometimes discriminate against black people.

And we chat with Lavender who’s been mad busy teaching kids about black classical composers.

Presenters: Roshan Roberts and De-Graft Mensah

This is the episode that made us laugh the most… comedian, actor and 1Xtra presenter Eddie Kadi tells De-Graft and Roshan how he started out and reveals the moment he won his dad around.

We also talk about changes to the rules on who can donate blood and hear how it’s particularly important for black people.

With thanks to Remarkable Television for footage from Pointless.

Hosts: De-Graft Mensah & Roshan Roberts

De-Graft and Roshan are both back this week. Today we think it's important to focus on what's happening in Ukraine. We speak to two Nigerian students, Mary and AJ, who had moved there to study. They talk us through what life’s like now that Russia has invaded the country. Mary is still stuck there, scared and missing her family, while AJ has managed to leave and get to a safer place. This one is a tough listen but needed.

Producers: Roshan Roberts, De-Graft Mensah, Kamilah McInnis, Jack Suddaby

Ft. LD (67).

We look back at the life of Jamal Edwards, the music entrepreneur and YouTube star who died on Sunday, aged 31.

As well as the rapper LD (67), De-Graft chats to Marvyn Harrison, from the Dope Black Dads podcast, who was friends with Jamal, and also Andrietta, who was supported by Jamal's charity work.

Host: De-Graft Mensah

"Successes, mistakes and failures are all just a part of life".

DJ Locksmith from Rudimental joins Roshan, whilst De-Graft is still away, talking about what life was like growing up managing his anger, loneliness and staying resilient. Plus we get into the shooting at Justin Bieber’s afterparty, the Met Police acknowledging racism in the force and sprinkle some Black Girl Magic, as U.S. Speed Skater Erin Jackson wins gold and makes history.

Producers: Jack Suddaby & Roshan Roberts

This week, Roshan goes solo and social housing man Kwajo rolls through. He’s been fighting for social housing rights across the country, having just secured £10k via Steven Bartlett from Dragon's Den. We talk about Kwajo's childhood struggles, his mental health journey, and, of course, his social housing work.

Roshan also chats with Journalist Alicia Adejobi about THAT Thandiwe Newton video, plus we talk all things Brits and exam grades.

Hosts: Roshan Roberts

Being a Black comedy pioneer, father and managing anxiety...

Black, hyper-visible and what it means to be authentic...

This week on the pod... Tay Kabs, Chan Kabs and Teija Kabs roll through. They're on a wild ride, with millions of subscribers on YouTube and Insta. So, what's the story? How does it all feel? And where is it actually going?

De-Graft and Roshan speak with Sports Journalist, George Addo, who witnessed the awful Afcon stadium crush in Cameroon.

And we also chat through the latest with the Downing Street party stuff, as well as Rachel Chinouriri, who put out an open letter online about her experiences being a Black indie artist.

Hosts: De-Graft Mensah & Roshan Roberts

Fetishisation, influencer culture and super powers...

This week De-Graft and Roshan chat with Fats Timbo, TikTok star, content creator and model. This is one of our favourite conversations of the year.

We get into the details of what happened in THAT Pastor Mike Todd video. Sam Chanda, a student pastor in Manchester, jumps on the podcast with all the views. And also, is Danny Dyer really making a reality TV programme for £1m?

Hosts: De-Graft Mensah & Roshan Roberts

What is it REALLY like working in Parliament? It's been a huuuuuuuge week in politics and a great time for De-Graft and Roshan to chat to Labour MP, Bell Ribeiro-Addy. She talks through some of the horrific racist abuse she’s seen during her time in politics.

Also, why do so many people think Love Island is trying to get more non-binary people on the programme (they're not btw)? What's going on at AFCON? And why are more people talking about sexual abuse? We speak to male sexual abuse survivor, Kevin Marshall...

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Hosts: De-Graft Mensah & Roshan Roberts