@MyCityPodcast

In this episode we are joined by Kike Oniwinde, founder and CEO of the Black Young Professionals Network (BYP). We joined forces virtually to discuss the job market during lockdown and our future outlooks. Topics: • Black experience with the current job market • Innovating during lockdown and future predictions • Advice for youngsters seeking internships & work experience • Advice for businesses seeking financial help during lockdown • Responses to #BlackLivesMatter and practical steps to take going forward • Purpose of BYP & The BYP FUND • Areas of opportunity for getting ahead of the curve post-covid

In this episode we speak to TayoD, content creator in the male hair industry. Topics of discussion include: • Defining Pro-Blackness • Can you be pro black and date a white partner • Men being able to find their identity in how healthy their hair and beard are • Racism with hair while schooling • Media and corporate responses to #BlackLivesMatter movement • Fetishism of black men by non-black woman • What we can do practically • Spotlight on TayoD and a conversation on black hair and race

In this episode we are joined by Dr Fabienne Palmer, Chartered Clinical Psychologist to discuss mental health in the black community. Topics of discussion include: • Defining mental health • Common mental health conditions in black community • Causes of common mental health conditions in our community (e.g. habits, lack of awareness) • Potential adverse mental health impacts of Covid-19 • Role of a therapist (and differences between psychiatrist and therapist) • Therapy stigmas and socio economic factors limiting black people seeking therapy • Solutions to these limiting factors • Solutions to overcoming adverse mental health conditions and top tips for maintaining good health • Spotlight on Dr Fabienne Any questions, comments or enquiries? mycitypodcast@gmail.com Twitter: www.twitter.com/mycitypodcast IG: www.instagram.com/mycitypodcast Twitter: www.twitter.com/irayliwa IG: www.instagram.com/ire.ae Twitter: www.twitter.com/sam_aluko1 IG: www.instagram.com/sam_aluko Dr Fabienne Palmer: - @drfabiennepalmer on insta - @fabiennepalmer on Twitter - Enquiries@therapeutic-connections.co.uk is her email. Here is a link to the resource Dr Fabienne mentioned: https://www.psychologytools.com/articles/free-guide-to-living-with-worry-and-anxiety-amidst-global-uncertainty/

In this episode we are joined by national hero Dr Jemil Ene, currently serving on the frontline as part of our National Health Service. We discussed the health implications of the Coronavirus pandemic that has caused devastation across the globe and how our bodies will defeat it. Topics of discussion include: • Raw science behind Covid-19 • Epidemic definition and causes • Symptoms • Our personal experiences with the virus • Why the virus is so deadly. Stages of the illness • Government and Health sector response - social distancing, scientific research • NHS capacity and experience on the front line • Treatment, immunity and vaccines • Future outlook and exit strategy • Spotlight into Dr Jemil

In this episode we are joined by Josh, founder of knowledge sharing platform ‘Nizzynomics’. We discuss the economic impact of the Coronavirus crisis. Topics of discussion include: • Health issue vs Economic issue • Effects on financial markets & possible solutions • Effects on industries & possible solutions • Effects on jobs & possible solutions • Government measures explained & rationale • Incoming recession • Spotlight on Nizzynomics

In this episode we are joined by the superstars over at Londonish Podcast. Topics of discussion included: • Double standard’s in black men and women dating outside of their race • Do Black men champion Black women enough? • Personal preferences • Is it right to point out your friends’ flaws?

Here we are joined by the down to earth MK, co-founder of @DLTBrunch to talk about how events such as DLT have created a safe space for black people to enjoy themselves without fear of being rejected or racially profiled as they would do if going to typical west end clubs. In this episode we discuss: 1) How DLT Brunch came about. 2)Some of the challenges with running such events. 3)How to create a safe space for black people to party in peace with no issues. 4)MK's favourite DLT to date. 5)Tips for anyone looking to throw their own events/parties. 6) MK's journey growing up in South London to working in the City and co-founding successful ventures like DLT. 7) Future DLT events/projects to look out for. Any questions, comments or enquiries? mycitypodcast@gmail.com Twitter: www.twitter.com/mycitypodcast IG: www.instagram.com/mycitypodcast Twitter: www.twitter.com/irayliwa IG: www.instagram.com/ire.ae Twitter: www.twitter.com/sam_aluko1 IG: www.instagram.com/sam_aluko Twitter: www.twitter.com/M_______Kay/ Twitter: www.twitter.com/dltbrunch Instagram: www.instagram.com/dltbrunch

In this episode we are joined by travel lover Kojo Brown. Kojo is the founder of Holiday Helper, a platform which provides tailored holiday packages to its customers. Topics of conversation included: * Expanding your business abroad vs maximising your potential domestically * Diaspora “saviour” attitude towards their countries of heritage * Ghana’s tourist infrastructure vs perceived threat of Nigeria * Spotlight of Holiday Helper

In this episode we are joined by Bobby Dean, Liberal Democrats candidate in the Lewisham Deptford constituency in the UK Parliamentary elections. We have an in-depth discussion about how what life as a politician is truly like and how to best tackle youth violence in London. Topics of discussion include: - What it means to be an MP - What an MP can and can't do - How to actually become an MP - Background on youth violence - Causes and manifestations of Youth Violence - How Politicians view the Youth Violence Issue - Racial misconceptions of Youth Violence and the role of non-black people in changing narratives - The importance of role models - Issues with the UK prison system - Solutions - Spotlight on Bobby and advice for aspiring MPs

Happy New year! In this episode we are joined by Charity, marketing expert and founder of Black-owned clothing brand “Sznd”. Topics of discussion include: • Reflection on the 2010s and our personal growth • Analysis of Black UK culture and its global footprint • Goals for the 2020s • Taking opportunities to work abroad • Sznd Clothing Follow Sznd on instagram @szndclothing

In this episode we are joined by Warren - Lawyer in Corporate M&A at top 10 City Law Firm and co-founder of the Black British City Group. Topics of discussion include: - The definition and purpose of a lawyer - Different types of Lawyers - Practical steps to actually getting a lawyer for yourself - What a lawyer can and can't do for you - Privileges - Racial outlook of the law industry - Solutions - The Black British City Group

This is a special Q & A episode. We answer questions submitted by our audience - Part 5. - Can non-black BAME people say the 'N' word? - Are instagram ruining careers by removing the 'like' feature? - Does your partner's promiscuous past matter? - Can you lose your salvation? - What political party should Black Londoners be voting for in the upcoming General Elections? - Which of Burna's songs will be classics in 30 years? - Would you find out the gender of your unborn baby?

Today we are joined by Busayo Twins - star of #The Circle and Strategy Consultant Frederick Hanson to discuss all things unconscious bias. Topics of discussion include: -What is unconscious bias -Root causes of unconscious racial bias -Manifestations in today’s society -Strategies currently being implemented to combat & potential new untried strategies -Do we need white people to care about unconscious racial bias in order for it to be eradicated? Or should this “white saviour” mentality that avoided? -How to get white people involved in the conversation -Busayo’s experiment on the circle -Solutions

In this episode we are joined by Damon, a Real Estate Private Equity Associate, and Finance Whizkid Kia. We sat down and discussed the relationship between personal credit history and the likelihood of obtaining a mortgage. Topics of discussion included: • Causes of good and bad credit • Types of mortgage and how the bank decides how much they’re prepared to lend • Implications of a bank going bust • Racial undertones of the lending industry • Long-term renting vs mortgage credit risk • Stigmas and attitudes towards mortgages

Today’s episode features Shay, who discusses his experiences losing his mother on what would have been her 55th birthday. Topics of discussion include: • Ways of losing a loved one • Bereavement “best practices” • Being the eldest child in an African family • Stigmas around therapy • Acceptance

In this episode we are joined by Raifa Rafiq - Lawyer, Author and Podcaster at “Mostly Lit”. With the rising prevalence of interfaith dating, attributed to the cosmopolitan nature of our society, we analyse the realities of coupling across a religious divide. Topics of discussion include: * Purposes of dating * Pros and cons of interfaith dating * Our opinions and experiences * Stigmas of being a black Muslim Woman * Struggles with faith * Solutions

In this episode we are joined by Temi, London-born Geologist. In light of the recent destruction of the Amazon Rainforest, we discuss how we get energy and power our cities and then take a look at the fate of the Earth as a result of using these energy resources. Topics of conversation include: • Types and uses of energy. • Contributors to the ozone layer thinning and global warming. • Current outlook. • How we can consume resources more sustainably. • Solutions to climate change.

In this episode we take a look into the world of DJ’ing. DJ Tomiwa & DJ Shunz join us as we discuss the following: • What is the purpose of DJ’ing? • What it takes to actually become a DJ. • DJ stigmas & stereotypes. • Should a Christian DJ play secular music? • Opportunities for male DJ’s vs opportunities for female DJ’s • Issues faced by black DJs in London • Solutions to these issues

In this episode we are joined by Hannah Ajala, journalist at the BBC. We discuss the realities of travelling as a Black Briton, how travelling can progress us as black people and we discuss the stigma behind black people not being able to behave while abroad.

In this episode we are joined by professional Boxer Adrian 'Sledge' Redman. We discuss the realities of life as a professional Athlete, the pressures of being a black individual in the public eye and how we can get more black youths channeling their energy in a positive manner.

In this episode we are joined by Mariam Jimoh - founder of Oja HQ - an App which provides a platform to order and deliver your favourite authentic international & ethnic groceries from local stores across the UK. We discuss the rise of mobile apps in business, ways in which to penetrate this market and how best to differentiate your brand from other brands which are similar to yours and have existed before you.

In this episode we are joined by Dunstan - Research Governance Facilitator within the NHS. We focus on the stigmas around blood donations, why there are a lack of blood donations in the black community, why giving blood is important, hindrances to donating and how we can get more people to donate blood!

In this episode we are joined by Akil Benjamin, Head of Research at Comuzi lab, and tech guru Yasmin. We focus on the disparity between the innovation prevalent in our community and the lack of monetisation of our ideas. Topics of discussion include: -Innovations vs inventions -Business plans vs plans for business -Why your ideas die in the room! -How to monetise our creativity -Akil's Business School for New Founders.

In this episode we are joined by Dee and Onkel Sov of The Curve Podcast as well as Asia - head of year and Maths teacher at her secondary school. We discuss the education system and how we can use it to improve the lives of Black People in the UK and abroad. Topics of discussion include: -What is an educational system. -Thoughts on the current standard. -How it is against black people. -How it aids black people. -Our own experiences. -Asia's experiences at work -Dee and Onkel Sov's career history. -Solutions to the problems black people face when journeying through the education system.

This is a special Q & A episode. We answer questions submitted by our audience - Part 4. Questions answered include: 1) What are mummy issues? 2) Whether you would you rather make 80,000 a year working 80 hours a week or 40,000 a year working 40 hours a week. 4)How to go about initiating and developing friendships with like minded individuals. 5) How long is "too long" when waiting to be proposed to? 6) What to do if your long term partner's family do not approve of you. Any questions, comments or enquiries? mycitypodcast@gmail.com Twitter: www.twitter.com/mycitypodcast IG: www.instagram.com/mycitypodcast Twitter: www.twitter.com/irayliwa IG: www.instagram.com/ire.ae Twitter: www.twitter.com/sam_aluko1 IG: www.instagram.com/sam_aluko

In this episode we are joined by Tinuke Jonah. We discuss Black Culture and what life is like living with Albinism in the UK and abroad. Topics of discussion include: What is Albinism? What is Blackness/BlackCulture? Is there such a thing? Examples? What makes someone 'Black' - just the colour of their skin or is there more? Stigmas around Albinism, what they are and why they exist. How we can eradicate these stigmas and support people with Albinism better. Colourism - what it is and how Albinism fits into this and Blackness?

In this episode we are joined by Yemi and Row. We discuss Black people's attitudes towards UK politics and the current political climate. Topics of discussion include: How the UK Political system works. What each party represents and means. Our own individual political standing and why. Whether there is a stigma around having a certain view (e.g black and non-labour). Whether or not you can be black and vote Conservative. Reasons for and against even voting in the first place. Brexit update.

In this episode we are joined by Lateef and Faith. We discuss the differences between being a London-born and raised Black British person vs moving to London as a mature person having been born abroad. Topics of discussion include: What an Immigrant is. Whether there is a divide between black people born in the Uk and black people who live in London but were born abroad. Advantages & disadvantages of being born & raised in London. Advantages & disadvantages of being born Internationally. Personal experiences. How we can bridge this gap.

In this episode we are joined by Michael Bonsu, ACCA and Joy, who has passed levels 1 + 2 of the CFA qualification. We analyse the realities of achieving a Professional Qualification(PQ) from a Black British perspective, discuss whether or not they hold the keys to success and offer our own insights! Topics of discussion include: 1)Whether or not you need a professional qualification to succeed in life. 2)Whether Black British people appreciate the benefits of professional qualifications. 3)What life after obtaining a professional qualification looks like. 4) What life without a professional qualification looks like. 5) Advantages & Disadvantages of studying towards a professional qualification.

In this episode we are joined by Cristine, author of "Holy and Horny" and Oriyomi, writer of "Untainted Word". We have a frank and open discussion about Sex, how it's viewed in the Church and it's perceived demonisation. Topics of discussion include: 1) What Sex is. 2) Is Sex demonised by the Church? 3) What are the effects of this approach? 4) Post marital sex struggle 5) Celibacy 6) Is contraception acceptable? 7) Relationship culture Any questions, comments or enquiries? mycitypodcast@gmail.com Twitter: www.twitter.com/mycitypodcast IG: www.instagram.com/mycitypodcast Twitter: www.twitter.com/irayliwa IG: www.instagram.com/ire.ae Twitter: www.twitter.com/sam_aluko1 IG: www.instagram.com/sam_aluko Twitter: www.twitter.com/iamcroe/ IG: www.instagram.com/iamcroe/ Link: http://thepromiscuouspen.com/ IG: https://www.instagram.com/oriaay/ Link: https://untaintedword.com/

This is a special Q & A episode. We answer questions submitted by our audience - Part 3. Questions answered include: 1) Beating your children. 2) Whether being the last person in the office at a new role is necessary. 3)Dating taller women. 4) Life prospects after finishing university with a 2:2 degree. 5) Opinion on Long Distance Relationships. 6)Whether subconscious racist bias can ever be eradicated (see Raheem Sterling). 7) Going to your Parents' church vs your own. 8)Marrying a girl you originally met on a party island. Any questions, comments or enquiries? mycitypodcast@gmail.com Twitter: www.twitter.com/mycitypodcast IG: www.instagram.com/mycitypodcast Twitter: www.twitter.com/irayliwa IG: www.instagram.com/ire.ae Twitter: www.twitter.com/sam_aluko1 IG: www.instagram.com/sam_aluko

In this episode we are joined by Morenike Ariyibi, Global Streaming Marketing Manager at a Big Three Record Label. We discuss the music industry, whether you need any talent at all to succeed as an artist and why it's important for artists to focus on the business side of things as well as their music in order to succeed. Topics of discussion include: 1)What is Streaming. 2)How artists make money from Streaming. 3)Alternative ways that artists can make money from their music in 2018. 4) Morenike's journey running marketing campaigns and working with artists such as Tupac, Rolling Stones and the Beatles. 5)Whether or not you truly need talent to succeed as an artist. 6) How artists can still advertise and get their music out there on a low budget. 7)Staying independent vs signing for a label. 8) Advice for any up and coming artists. 9)Advice for people looking to get into the Music industry as marketing managers. Any questions, comments or enquiries? mycitypodcast@gmail.com Twitter: www.twitter.com/mycitypodcast IG: www.instagram.com/mycitypodcast Twitter: www.twitter.com/irayliwa IG: www.instagram.com/ire.ae Twitter: www.twitter.com/sam_aluko1 IG: www.instagram.com/sam_aluko Guest: Morenike Ariyibi IG: https://www.instagram.com/xmorenikex/ Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/morenike-ariyibi-19b82848/

In this episode we are joined by tech whizkid Yasmin Taila, CTO of Cashmere - the only social savings platform that helps millennials save towards and buy luxury fashion without having to dip into their personal savings. We discuss the true potential of Artificial Intelligence(AI) as a means of bettering human life as well as potentially leaving us jobless! Topics of discussion include: 1) What is and is not AI. 2)Examples of how we use AI in our everyday lives. 3)Pros and Cons of replacing Human Labor with Machines. 4)The likelihood of Machines actually leaving us all jobless. 5) Future predictions of what we expect of AI in years to come. 6)Yasmin's experiences as a young black girl pursuing a career in the White-Male dominated industry of Technology and Robotics. 7) Ethical considerations regarding AI. Any questions, comments or enquiries? mycitypodcast@gmail.com Twitter: www.twitter.com/mycitypodcast IG: www.instagram.com/mycitypodcast Twitter: www.twitter.com/irayliwa IG: www.instagram.com/ire.ae Twitter: www.twitter.com/sam_aluko1 IG: www.instagram.com/sam_aluko https://twitter.com/i0sTaila IG: www.instagram.com/taila_sky https://shop.cashmereapp.co.uk/

In this episode we are joined by British actor Gamba Cole. We dive into the "storyline gap" in the film industry with regards to black people and how stereotypes are holding our talented actors from fully flourishing. Any questions, comments or enquiries? mycitypodcast@gmail.com Twitter: www.twitter.com/mycitypodcast IG: www.instagram.com/mycitypodcast Twitter: www.twitter.com/irayliwa IG: www.instagram.com/ire.ae Twitter: www.twitter.com/sam_aluko1 IG: www.instagram.com/sam_aluko

In this episode we are joined by lovely ladies Florence and Rufaro to have a frank and open discussion about body image with a twist of banter in a way only #MyCityPodcast is capable of. We dive into the realities of the different beauty standards set for men & women, weight-loss surgery and self-love. Topics of discussion include: 1) Definition of body image. 2) Our perceptions of our own bodies & our own body image. 3) Florence's experiences undergoing Clinical Trials and Vertical Sleeve Gastrectomy (VSG) surgery to lose weight. 4) Differences between weight loss surgery and cosmetic surgery. 5) Taking your other half for walks as dates if they put on what you deem as excessive weight. 6) Differences between beauty standards set for men and beauty standards set for women ie height for men and weight for women. 7) Examples of positive body image and Examples of negative body image. Any questions, comments or enquiries? mycitypodcast@gmail.com Twitter: www.twitter.com/mycitypodcast IG: www.instagram.com/mycitypodcast Twitter: www.twitter.com/irayliwa IG: www.instagram.com/ire.ae Twitter: www.twitter.com/sam_aluko1 IG: www.instagram.com/sam_aluko IG: www.instagram.com/rufiee IG: www.instagram.com/flo_chri

In this episode we are joined by Tech Consultant Ify for part one of our "Everyday Struggles" series. We discuss some everyday struggles of the working black man including; providing financially for parents, saving during your 20s vs living la vida loca and being authentic at work.

In this episode we are joined by Senior Clinical Trials Associate Emmanuel Adedipe. We discuss the potential of picking and choosing which genes and characteristics your child will have. We also look at screening your child's genes while they're still in the womb for genetic defects such as down syndrome and sickle cell and choosing whether or not to keep the child and continue with the pregnancy. Topics of discussion include: 1) What is a designer baby. 2) Arguments pro and against designing children. 3) Choosing to keep your child even though you know they will have sickle cell or down syndrome once they are born. 4) Homosexuality having genetic causes. 5) Using gene sequencing to prolong life. 6) Ethical considerations. Any questions, comments or enquiries? mycitypodcast@gmail.com Twitter: www.twitter.com/mycitypodcast IG: www.instagram.com/mycitypodcast Twitter: www.twitter.com/irayliwa IG: www.instagram.com/ire.ae Twitter: www.twitter.com/sam_aluko1 IG: www.instagram.com/sam_aluko Twitter: www.twitter.com/ephraim_london IG: www.instagram.com/ephraim_london

This is a special Q & A episode. We answer questions submitted by our audience. Questions answered include: 1) Mum vs Wife - who is number one in a man's life. 2)Being your authentic self at work. 3) How to tell a guy you're no longer interested in him after he's taken you out on numerous dates. 4) How we can increase the number of black blood donors in the UK.

In this episode we are joined by Tim Armoo, CEO of Fanbytes - the world's first Snapchat influencer platform and Aji Ayorinde, qualified Lawyer and Founder of fashion tech company Made in Africa. We discuss the true potential of social media as a means of generating secondary and even primary income. Topics of discussion include: 1) What is and is not a social media influencer. 2) The do's and don't's of social media branding. 3) Monetising your social network or influence. 4) Whether or not your friends should get discounts. 5) Sacrificing your brand for money. 6) Tim's work connecting brands like Adidas with Snapchat influencers. 7) Aji's work in developing his social media brand and forming strategic alliances.

In this episode we are joined by superstars Dami and Oyin. Topics of discussion include: 1) 21st Century Gender Roles. 2) Hypocrisy in dating. 3) The need for feminism. Enjoy, Subscribe and Share.

In this episode we are joined by professional footballer Emmanuel Sonupe of Stevenage Town FC . We discuss the realities of life as a professional footballer outside the English Premier League. Other topics of discussion include: 1) How to be spotted by scouts, get football trials and get a professional contract. 2) Having to deal with parents pressuring you to make education the only priority and forget about sports. 3) Stereotype of footballers not investing their wealth wisely. 4) Having an office job vs playing football for a living. 5) Challenge of going from a Premier League team (Tottenham) to a non-league team (Kidderminster).

In this episode, we are joined by Capital Moments' writer and University of Cambridge graduate Tom Swift for a discussion on the decision of financing or purchasing an item outright. Discussion includes: 1) Applications of financing. 2) Pros and cons of financing. 3) Causes behind the negative stigma towards financing. 4) Our Verdicts.

In this episode we are joined by BKCHATLDN star and singer, Adreyn Cash. We discuss the subject of hyper-masculinity amongst young black men in London. Discussion includes: 1) Stereotype of male femininity being associated with homosexuality in some cultures. 2) Some manifestations of hyper-masculinity including Terry Crews' media case & Bkchat Ldn. 3) Some causes of hyper-masculinity. 4) Some solutions to the problem.

In this episode we are joined by UK artist Starboy Willz, most known for his catchy UK Afrobeat pieces. From being one of the pioneers in the scene with hits such as "Ogede", to collaborating with the likes of Stormzy, Kwamz & Flava, and Naira Marley, Willz is the perfect guest to discuss the current state of the UK Afrobeat industry. Topics of discussion include: 1) The difference between "UK Afrobeats" and "Afroswing". 2) Whether UK Afrobeat artists are to blame for failing to adapt and therefore being left behind. 3) How the scene evolved over the past five years. 4) Advice to up and coming artists in the scene.

This is a special Q & A episode. We answer questions submitted by our audience.

Here we are joined by BBC Apprentice star Samuel Boateng, Founder of e-learning platform, Build & Master. In this episode, we discuss: 1) Samuel's time on The Apprentice, including the application process and the aftermath of being on the show. 2) Some examples of black people being negatively portrayed in the media and some of the reasons behind these misconceptions. 3) The "Angry Black Woman" stereotype. 4) Some potential solutions to eradicate these stereotypes.

Here we are joined by the lovely Eunice to talk about the lack of mainstream black designers in the UK. In this episode: 1)We talk about Eunice's experiences in building up her fashion brand, Fashion's Playground (@fashionsplayground on Instagram). 2)We talk about the lack of fashion clothing lines being sold within high street stores by black designers in the UK. 3) We suggest some of the ways in which we can increase the number of these designers getting their clothing lines into these stores. 4)We discuss how to go from having a small clothing line which sells to just your immediate circle to selling your products in high street stores like Zara. 5)We talk about what it takes to build a sustainable clothing line. Fashion's Playground instagram is @fashionsplayground. Website: www.fashionisourplayground.com

Here we are joined by the talented Etim, managing director of #ExkluseMedia, to talk about his experiences working in the media industry and the state of black-owned businesses operating in the UK. In this episode: 1)We talk about Etim's experiences working in the creative industry, including the inception of Exkluse Media and his collaborations with the likes of LinkUp TV and UK artists, 67. 2)We talk about how to excel as a creative in the UK. 3)We talk about some of the problems we've seen with black-owned businesses in the UK. 4)We talk about some of our solutions to these problems. 5)We talk about why it is important that these businesses improve and why we need successful black-owned businesses in the UK.

Here we are joined by the lovely Imani to talk about the pros and cons of building your own company and working in a "9-5" role. In this episode: 1)We talk about Imani's experiences in entrepreneurship, including founding Diamond Hair UK and running sell out events such as #LoveInTheCity. 2)We talk about some of our own experiences with both entrepreneurship and full time employment in the past. 3)We discuss some misconceptions about entrepreneurship ie "working for yourself". 4)We talk about when you should and shouldn't leave your school or job to start a business. 5)We give advice to those considering launching their own business.

Here we complete our series on knife crime. In this episode: 1) We recap our discussion from part 1 with some additional causes of knife crime. 2)We discuss the "solutions" that are currently in place. 3)We provide potential new solutions. 4)Twitter questions.

Here we begin our series on Knife Crime. In this episode we talk about what Knife Crime is, some examples of our own personal experiences with Knife Crime and some factors which lead to the violence. In our next episode(Part 2) we will begin to look at ways to tackle Knife Crime and thus reduce it in London.