Over The Bridge Podcast

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Over The Bridge Podcast episodes

July 14, 2019 Over The Bridge - S3 E15 - The Clapback with Elijah Lawal
This week is joined in the studio by Elijah Lawal, the writer of The Clapback - your guide to clapping back against every day racism and micro-aggressions with witty retorts, factual studies and a sprinkling of humour.
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55 min
June 30, 2019 Over The Bridge - S3 E14 - Englishness vs Britishness Part 2
We have all of the guys back in the studio, including surprise guest Hannah Lee, to continue the discussion on what it means to be British for black person in the UK. Where do we say when people ask where we are from? And can we ever truly identify with the Union Jack or St George's Flag outside of major sporting events like the World Cup or Olympics?
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50 min
June 29, 2019 Over The Bridge - S3 E13 - Englishness vs Britishness Part 1
What does it mean to be British for a black person in the UK? Can a black person or indeed a POC really be considered English? In a slightly different episode, Bilal and Patrick begin to unpack this discussion in front of a live audience as part of the British Podcast Awards Variety Show at the Underbelly Festival in June.
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17 min
May 06, 2019 Over The Bridge - S3 E12 - Does Cambridge Need a Slavery Inquest?
In this episode the guys come together after an extended break to discuss the recent news of Cambridge University's inquest into their historical links with the transatlantic slave trade. We unpack whether we think it is a genuine step in the right direction or a PR exercise with no tangible impact.
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1 hr 6 min
April 07, 2019 Over The Bridge - S3 E11 - Financial Independence with Ken Okoroafor
In this episode we are joined by Ken Okoroafor, chartered accountant and creator of the Humble Penny Blog (https://thehumblepenny.com). We talk about how he was able to become financially independent by the age of 34, having come to the UK as a Nigerian immigrant at 14 years old. Have your pens and pads out for this one as we discuss the pillars of financial independence and Ken shares tips and advice on how to design a lifestyle that allows you to live on your own terms.
We also have a special offer for our beautiful listeners. Ken has released an online course which helps people create an individualised plan and roadmap for reaching financial independence called FIRE Superpower.
Follow our link and use the code 'BRIDGE' to receive £20 off the course:
https://www.financialjoyacademy.com/courses/firesuperpower?ref=d18137
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1 hr 9 min
March 31, 2019 Over The Bridge - S3 E10 - Masculinity: Taking off the Mask
In our second ever Live Show, The cast are joined by Ben Hurst & Alex Leon to discuss what Masculinity means for them. We get really personal, share our experiences and get under the mask of masculinity with two incredible guests!
- Is masculinity a performance or inherent?
- An intersectional appreoach to masculinity
- The opposite of toxic masculinity and how do we get there?
- Men and their relationships with their fathers.
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2 hr 5 min
March 24, 2019 Over The Bridge - S3 E9 - For The Love of Art
In this episode the boys keep it light hearted and talk about different works of art that have impacted our lives. We talk music concerts, albums, books, films and more!
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46 min
March 17, 2019 Over The Bridge - S3 E8 - Law But Make It Fashion with Aji Ayorinde
Entrepreneur, founder of clothing label MIA London, co-founder of The Law Collective, Aji Ayorinde is our guest in the studio as we continue to explore theme of black business. We discuss entrepreneurship, start-ups, and how to juggle corporate life with your personal passion project.
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58 min
March 03, 2019 Over The Bridge - S3 E7 - Black to Business with Khalia Ismain
In this episode we are joined by Khalia Ismain, Founder of Jamii (lovejamii.com) - the first discount card for Black British businesses. Join us as we talk about social change through business, funding, disrupting markets, "selling out", as well as an insight into Khalia's journey of entrepreneurship and advice for others. Hopefully the first of many discussions that our guests and I will be having on black entrepreneurship in the UK!
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1 hr 7 min
February 24, 2019 Over The Bridge - S3 E6 - Filmmaking While Jamaican with Adjani Salmon
Star and creator of the Dreaming While Black web-series, Adjani Salmon joins OTB in the studio as we discuss the challenges of being a black filmmaker in the UK, and seeing British culture through Jamaican eyes.
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1 hr 3 min

About Over The Bridge Podcast

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Hey, meet Bilal, Kwaku, Patrick, Kalil and Baker. 5 Black and Mixed-Race guys who became friends whilst studying at Cambridge University. Join us as we talk about life before, during and well - after 'The Bridge'. Expect chats about life, and our own experiences.