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A landmark conversation with Bell Ribeiro-Addy , MP for Clapham and Brixton Hill , and one of Parliament’s boldest voices for justice, equality, and truth. From her South London roots to Westminster, Bell breaks down what it really means to serve a community - not perform politics. The team dig into everything from Britain’s colonial legacy and reparations to maternal health for Black women , yout...

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A powerful and deeply grounded conversation with Connie Bell , cultural producer and founder of Decolonising the Archive , an organisation using heritage-based therapy and storytelling to preserve and reimagine Black history. From the moment she enters the studio, the tone shifts - this one’s spiritual, intellectual, and rooted in legacy. Connie shares how archives aren’t just dusty boxes of the p...

Bishop Marvin Winans tells a congregant her $1,235 donation wasn’t enough , and it raises bigger questions about how the church can start to look like the plantation. Plus, the Bloody Sunday acquittal, Tess and Claudia leaving Strictly, and Russia is going to get slick over U.S. oil sanctions.

🎙️ TDA: From Peckham Rye to the Gold Mines of Ghana (ft. Miles Prince) A deep and intellectual Thursday conversation as the team welcomes Miles Prince - author of Peckham Rye People - whose life and work bridge London’s council estates and Ghana’s golden soil. Main Discussion Highlights: From council flats to gold mines: Miles reflects on his multicultural roots, growing up between Peckham and Gha...

A powerful and eye-opening midweek episode as Emman, Brent and Chinx, welcome Ekaete, founder of the Pan-African Academy - an educator reimagining how Black history is taught in schools and guiding parents to better navigate the UK education system. Main Discussion Highlights: Low teacher expectations & racial bias: How underprediction and subtle prejudice shape Black students’ school experien...

🎙️ TDA: Tuesday, October 21st - Building Black Wealth & Safer Futures Another powerful morning of conversation, laughter, and thought. After a warm start with community shoutouts and a chat about curiosity and contribution, the hosts spotlighted an inspiring win from Lewisham - the reopening of the Riverside Youth Club , led by young mayor Shane Grant and deputy Jermaine Lee . A £1.2M project...

🎙️ TDA: Monday, October 20th - Black Brilliance & Global Impact A new week kicks off with rainy-day reflections, cozy banter, and Gina’s big announcement - she’s now a certified Pilates instructor! The hosts dive into conversations about mobility, health, and how even low-intensity workouts can build serious strength. Today’s special guest is Vanessa Sanyuake - an award-winning sustainability...

🎙️ EPISODE: Love, Lies & First Sight Today’s episode blends pure chaos with genuine insight. It kicks off with the wild “Blood or Crip” banter that somehow turns into a conversation about unity and community power, before Stacey joins live from the U.S. - bringing humour, energy, and a little cultural lesson on sororities and hand signs. After catching up with the chat, the team runs through t...

🎙️ TDA: Thursday, October 16th Today’s episode was powerful from start to finish - part cultural exchange, part reality check. The hosts were joined by Kelechi Okafor , actor, writer, and host of Say Your Mind , for an unfiltered conversation about truth, legacy, and what it means to move through a world still marked by systemic inequality. Kelechi’s Segment: Kelechi spoke on the power of self-def...

🎙️ TDA: The One About Chinx - The Audience Weighs In This morning’s episode was an open floor - a rare solo start with Brent setting the tone before Chinx arrived for what turned into an unfiltered community review of his time on The Day After. Listeners jumped straight in with honest feedback: some praising Chinx’s growth and curiosity, others calling out his habit of derailing conversations or l...

🎙️ TDA - Tuesday, 14th October | Featuring Dr. David Muhammad A packed and powerful Black History Month edition of The Day After (TDA) - hosted by Iman, Margs, and the team - opened with laughter and life updates before shifting into one of the most enlightening and educational episodes yet. This time, the hosts were joined by Dr. David Muhammad , Eastern Caribbean representative of the Nation of...

🎙️ The Day After - Monday 13th October | “The Price of Freedom” A heavy but uplifting start to the week as the team kicked off with laughs, weekend stories, and one of the most powerful guests to ever sit on the couch - financial advisor and wealth educator Emmanuel Asuquo . After the usual weekend recap - pumpkin picking, chaotic Snapchat events, and light teasing - the conversation turned reflec...

A powerful and layered conversation today on TDA. The team was joined by Dr. Paris LaLove , a clinical psychologist and life coach, for an in-depth discussion about parentification , survival mode, and the emotional weight carried by many in Black households. The show opened with laughter and intros - from E-Man’s “pro-black activist” tagline to jokes about farming and Hackney roots - before divin...

🎙️ TDA: Thursday 9th October - “Is Every Crime the Same?” The energy was high from the jump - jokes, deep takes, and sharp moral debates filled the morning. Topic of the Day: Are all crimes equal - or are some “culturally excused”? The team explored how certain actions, like fraud or hustling, are sometimes justified within the community. They unpacked survival, circumstance, and morality - asking...

🎙️ TDA: Wednesday, October 8th - “Memory, Identity & The Mark of the Times” The hosts kicked off with nostalgia - reflecting on memory lane , ancestry, and how modern disconnection has weakened family bonds across generations. Brent and the team spoke deeply about legacy, kinship, and the responsibility to rebuild family unity in the Black community. A powerful segue followed into the topic of...

🎙️ Tuesday 7th October This morning, the team kicked things off with laughs and mic issues before diving into a discussion on cultural differences sparked by a train incident and how we extend grace (or don’t) to one another. From there, the conversation got deeper, exploring what it means to be a “good” or “bad” Black person, how we judge each other’s contributions, and whether we should wait for...

🎙️ TDA Patreon Summary - Monday, 6th October The Day After returns with a fiery Monday energy and a deep, layered conversation you won’t want to miss. After weekend catch-ups and jokes about “debate losses” from Friday’s live event, the team dives straight into heavy discussion - from Malcolm X and the Nation of Islam to how truth and legacy are handled in Black history. E-Man defends his stance o...

The Day After - Episode Recap | Oct 3rd Today’s episode featured a powerful sit-down with Andre Anderson and Nabil Al-Kinani (authors of Authors of the Estate ), alongside the usual TDA crew. Highlights : Faith & upbringing: Guests reflected on how scripture, family, and estate life shaped resilience and vision. Authors of the Estate project: Documenting unheard stories across Chalk Hill and S...

Today’s show opened with some laughs and studio banter before we got into the heavier discussions. The team reflected on culture and spirituality - from stories of “juju” protection and near-death escapes, to whether these beliefs are luck, faith, or simply human choices at play. The spotlight then shifted to Dr. Umar Johnson , with updates on his FDMG school, his fundraising, and the latest contr...

Today’s Topic of the Day centred on Nigeria’s Independence Day , opening up a deep dive into heritage, identity, and history. The mandem reflected on what independence really meant - whether Nigeria ever truly shook off colonial structures - and how the artificial borders left by Britain forced together hundreds of different peoples, languages, and religions. The conversation moved through the com...

Today’s show ran through some heavy headlines before diving into a big debate. Headlines covered: • Labour members vote to recognise Israel’s actions in Gaza as genocide, increasing pressure on the UK government• A poll shows Andy Burnham as favourite to replace Keir Starmer if a Labour leadership contest was held• Mayor of London Sadiq Khan pushes back on claims about rising violent crime, pointi...

🎙️ TDA Recap - Digital ID & Nostalgia Edition This episode had everything - jokes, memories, and a fiery debate on the future of our freedoms. We kicked off with the usual energy, intros, and community shoutouts. A hilarious back-and-forth on whether UB40 or U2 were behind that infamous iPhone album got everyone laughing. Things turned reflective as the team opened up about nostalgia - how cer...

Grab your ticket to your preferred leg of Eckoes' tour: Birmingham Manchester London Brighton Follow her on IG: iameckoes 🎙️ The Day After | 26th September Today’s episode was defined by our special guest, Eckoes - an artist whose voice and vision brought a whole new depth to the table. Eckoes’ Journey : She opened up about her artistry, blending futuristic R&B with storytelling that’s dee...

🎙️ The Day After | 25th September Today’s episode was all about shining a light on Madz , one of the most exciting new voices in UK R&B. Introducing Madz : From his Jamaican heritage and sound system roots to starting out writing poetry at 11, Madz broke down how music has always been in his blood. Musical Journey : He spoke about evolving from rapping to fully embracing melody, finding his pl...