Communities are all around us, at work, college, schools and most importantly, where we live. They are the catalysts in the growth of music, culture and our identity. However, day by day, councils are making massive cuts to youth services, resu

S2 E11 - 'Happiness' feat. Chris Jammer & Mim Shaikh

Nov 25th, 2019 54m 45s

According to recent data, the happiness of 16-25-year-olds is dropping compared to those of teens from previous decades. But with people constantly documenting their lives on social media, is there any wonder anxiety and depression is on the ri

S2 E10 - 'The Trap' feat. Remel London & Lippy Lickshot

Nov 18th, 2019 58m 51s

Trapping drugs has been glorified through music which, in turn, arguably perpetuates the cycle of young people, especially young men of colour, entering the world of dealing – often to a white middle-class clientele. In this episode, Fenn and Z

S2 E9 - 'Beauty Standards' feat. Mahaneela & Naysap

Nov 11th, 2019 58m 44s

The concept of beauty has always morphed throughout time, as society's perception of what is beautiful is influenced by broader cultural factors. However, one narrative often left out of the debate are the pressures that men also face. In this

S2 E8 - 'LGBTQI+' feat. Ben Hunte & Aisha Mirza

Nov 4th, 2019 1h 4m

The 1969 Stonewall Riots were a pivotal moment in LGBT history, galvanising people across the world to fight for change. Today, although there's been a dramatic improvement in the treatment of LGBTQI+ people, there still is a long way to go. In

S2 E7 - 'Magic & Spirituality' feat. J Lucia & Dobby

Oct 28th, 2019 1h 1m

From crystal healing methods to J Hus and Skepta referring to black magic in their tunes, young people in the UK are increasingly moving away from religious practices and towards spirituality and alternative beliefs. In this episode, Fenn and Z

S2 E6 - 'Money' feat. Bola Sol & Amani Simpson

Oct 21st, 2019 56m 38s

In this episode Fenn and Zuu talk MONEY and how you can make your money work better for you! Joined by personal finance guru Bola Sol and Entrepreneur Amani Simpson, the team drop some gems that can help you get savvier with your P! Everything

S2 E5 - 'Mixed Heritage' feat. Joy Crookes and Swindle

Oct 14th, 2019 59m 23s

This week Fenn and Zuu explore the intricacies of coming from a mixed heritage background, staying true to your identity and navigating your way through different cultures. In the UK, people of mixed heritage are the fastest-growing ethnic grou

S2 E4 - #Merky Books Special 'Taking Up Space' feat. Chelsea Kwakye and Ore Ogunbiyi

Oct 7th, 2019 59m 44s

#Merky Books Special: On this week’s episode Big Zuu and Fenn explore what it means to be a black girl in the university system with Chelsea and Ore, the authors of Taking Up Space: A Black Girl’s Manifesto for Change. Chelsea and Ore came thro

S2 E3 - 'Against the Odds' feat. Ransom FA & Bashir Aziz

Sep 30th, 2019 49m 39s

This week's episode is packed full of inspiration as Big Zuu and Fenn discuss what it takes to make it when the odds are stacked against you. Joined by BBC The Rap UK star Ransom FA (@ransom_fa) and model and artist Bashir Aziz (@bxsqvi), two a

S2 E2 - 'The Art of Chirpsing' feat. Poet & Snoochie Shy

Sep 23rd, 2019 52m 43s

In this episode, Fenn and Zuu are talking all things sex, dating, porn and DM's as they get to grips with the Art of Chirpsing featuring TV and radio presenter @snoohchieshy and dad, presenter and influencer @poetscorneruk. Confidence is key wh

S2 E1 - ‘To Learn or Earn’ feat. Sideman & J Hope

Sep 16th, 2019 59m 59s

Did you go to university and was it worth it? Fenn and Big Zuu are chopping up this big question with comedian and BBC Radio 1Xtra presenter @sidemanallday and London based violinist @jhopestrings. Whether to ‘Learn or Earn’ is a hard decision

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Season 2 Teaser 'We're Back!'

Sep 12th, 2019 4m 42s

NEW hosts, NEW topics, NEW season. THIS IS SPOKE is back, MON 16TH SEPT! Tell your mum, friends, dad, son, daughter, cousin, auntie, uncle, teacher, manager, pet, bossman in the shop... TELL EVERYONE! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for

REPREZENT LIVE with @raleighritchie & @emmadabiri

Dec 21st, 2018 43m 31s

In this episode recorded at our first This Is Spoke live event in Peckham, we discuss diversity, representation and the dangers that we will face if we don’t come through and represent! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more informatio

PINK AS F**K with @pinkprotest feat. @scarcurtis @disgracecampbell & @amikageorge

Dec 18th, 2018 47m 29s

This week we're talking activism and what it means to be an activist? As we attempt to show you that no matter the obstacle, no matter your age, you can make a definite change to the world around you! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for

#IAMBECOMING with @florencegiven & @Dreph_

Dec 11th, 2018 47m 34s

Inspired by Becoming by Michelle Obama, in this episode, we talk about the struggles, the triumphs and the never-ending journey of finding out who you are. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

RU COMING OUT with Hattie Collins & MNEK

Dec 4th, 2018 45m 22s

In this episode, we discuss sexuality and how it affects your identity as an artist when you 'come out'. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

SELFIE MADE with Sistren

Nov 27th, 2018 47m 50s

In this episode, we discuss social media, creativity and the pressures of being self-made for a generation who can create careers using social media. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

BOY-COTT with Thea Gajic & Anthony Anaxagorou

Nov 20th, 2018 47m 26s

This week we discuss fallen icons in the wake of #metoo and the problems you face as a fan when separating art from the artist. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Made in the Manor

Nov 13th, 2018 48m 59s

This week on This Is Spoke, we're joined by presenter and activist Amelia Dimoldenberg and filmmaker and producer Arnold Jorge to discuss community, activism and the ever-increasing divide between ‘us’ and ‘them’. Hosted on Acast. See acast.co

ON THE DL with Femi Oyeniran & Maverick Sabre

Nov 6th, 2018 42m 46s

This week on This is Spoke, Suli and The Slumflower are joined by film director Femi Oyeniran and Singer-songwriter Maverick Sabre, to discuss sex, violence, censorship, and the obscene in art. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more i

Too Many Man

Oct 30th, 2018 47m 29s

This week on This is Spoke, Suli and The Slumflower are joined by photographer and director, Olivia Rose and rapper Nadia Rose, to discuss women in the creative industry and how they can progress without playing into the women vs woman narrativ

Are You Really From The Ends?

Oct 23rd, 2018 50m 42s

This week on This Is Spoke, The Slumflower and Suli Breaks are joined by photographer and filmaker Iggy London and Poet and performer Yomi Sode, to talk about microaggressions and the subtle ways racism permeates British society. Hosted on Aca

Boy Better Vote

Oct 16th, 2018 49m 49s

This week on This Is Spoke, The Slumflower and Suli Breaks are joined by Singer songwriter Caitlyn Scarlet and Poet Caleb Femi to talk about the political and moral responsibilities of artist and the ways in which art should be used. Hosted on

We Need To Talk About Ye

Oct 9th, 2018 46m 35s

This week on This Is Spoke, The Slumflower and Suli Breaks are joined by Model and activist Munroe Bergdorf and Singer songwriter Poppy Ajudha to talk about mental health, activist fatigue and ways to avoid burning yourself out. Hosted on Acast