Podcast by HANGXIETY
As we find ourselves thrust into a cost of living crisis, we discuss the financial struggles we face as mid-20 year olds, the digital future that our generation could be living in as a result, and Paris Hilton's bizarre involvement in a technocratic rock operetta. Music from https://freetousemusic.com ‘bake a pie' by lukrembo https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5iGzMp0XMR4
Contrarian takes on the ageing progress, what we would do if we could time travel and plugging a fantastic productivity-lifestyle blog called 'The Simple Living Guide'. Instrumental: Spaceman (Prod. Riddiman)
As we compare notes on our professional lives, we discuss the hidden challenges faced when living with your friends, finding a workplace that suits your needs and how to effectively tackle feelings of inadequacy and low self-worth in whichever industry you are in. Instrumental: Tranquility (Prod. Riddiman)
As we take a trip down memory lane to our experiences at university, we discuss our expectations, what we felt was sorely lacking and how it prepared us (or failed to) for the future, coupled with some interesting observations as to how our reliance on the modern world has rendered some skills totally redundant. Instrumental credit: 'Teapot' produced bu Lukrembo
As we are all making our way back to the office, we discuss how much we have to alter our personalities to fit into corporate culture, whether that is an effective long-term strategy to be happy in a workplace and how to be more comfortable in unfamiliar social situations. Instrumental credit: Lamp x lukrembo
As England fell short at the final hurdle, we discuss our experiences during Euro 2020 relating to football hooliganism, whether there is any honour in finishing second place and what social media platforms must do to tackle racist abuse online. Instrumental credit: lukrembo 'Bored' - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=t9r4cHSnjq4 External media credit: Lee Hinton 'England fans sing Three Lions after beating Germany' - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jiDznzbKL5c nothing 'Record Scratch Sound Effect' - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CfBCD1IjRo0 Sky News 'Euro 2020 final: England hooligans shame nation' - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pNHkuwma7b4 Viral TikTok 'Audio illusion leaves people split over what crowd are actually saying' - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8FXQ38-ZQK0
As England reach their first ever European Championship Final, a monologue on what it means to be English and the impact football could have on the world. Instrumental credit: Frumhere, Kevatta - Warm Feeling
As we begin to make steps into careers, we discuss leaving a legacy behind is a motivating factor or simply an ego-boost for those in pursuit of eternal fame. Instrumental credit: Teapot (Prod. by Lukrembo)
As we mix up some Boba tea and unwind for the evening, we have a look at some unpopular opinions and whether there are any rogue takes on life, love and animal companionship in the room. Instrumental credit: Daily(Prod. by Lukrembo)
As we exchange notes on the expectations of women that have been upheld within our lives, we tackle questions regarding chivalry, casual sexism and whether relationships with men are beginning to change. Instrumental credit: Chill Dennis
As the conversation surrounding violence against women has become at the forefront of national discussion, we discuss the shared experience of sexual harassment and abuse, and how men perceive the issue at large. Rest in power Sarah Everard and the countless women who lose their lives at the hands of men. Trigger warning: Accounts of sexual harassment and assault Instrumental credit: Chill Denis Opening clip credit: Daniel Sloss (X)
Just some of the random bits that didn't make it, such as our experiences with Duolingo and a brief TED talk
As we relish the opportunity to head back to the gym, we reflect on whether we lead healthy lives as well as open up about the challenges we have faced with our own bodies. Instrumental credit - Eric Godlow Beats
As we reflect on a locked-in Valentine's Day, we discuss the status that relationships offer, why being single is looked down upon and whether we are well-equipped to manage the stresses that come with it. Instrumental credit: Eric Godlow beats
Short monologue on the myth of meritocracy and how it still persists. Instrumental credit: zeekybeats
Additional content that made us tickle, from dinosaur conspiracy theories to the dark side of the bog-standard school trip.
As we dissect the state of the current political climate and discourse, we ask ourselves what makes a 'snowflake' and whether it is a justified criticism of Gen-Z activism for equality. Instrumental credits: Eric Godlow Beats
As we delve into how we have maintained our personal connections in a virtual arena, we debate the disparities in how we view friendships and relationships. Instrumental credit: Relaxing Lofi Beats
As we enter into a new year, we discuss how productivity has featured in our lives and whether social media posturing is of any benefit. Instrumental credit: Eric Godlow Beats, Zeeky Beats
As the year draws to a close, we reflect on the disaster that was 2020 and look ahead in hope to 2021.