The Day After TNB

On the final show before the Christmas break, the team ease into festive mode while still covering a wide range of cultural, political and social conversations. The episode opens with a light but revealing discussion about lying, why people do it, when it feels justified, and how insecurity often sits at the centre of unnecessary exaggeration. From there, the room swaps personal stories, childhood scars and football injuries, reflecting on how identity shifts when the thing you love most is taken away.The conversation then turns cultural, with a discussion around African inspired products and branding, followed by a powerful segment on Christmas narratives. The team unpack controversial claims around the origins of Christmas, debate Hebrew Israelite interpretations, and openly challenge rhetoric that alienates rather than educates. This leads into a sobering historical reflection on Christmas for enslaved Black Americans, highlighting how the festive season once functioned as both a brief moment of relief and a strategic window for escape, with Harriet Tubman's story standing out as a reminder of resistance and courage.Headlines cover a wide spectrum, including domestic violence allegations involving British aristocracy, Ukraine's financial crisis, changes to US cannabis policy, concerns over hunger striking activists, digital ID security fears, and debates around sentencing in violent public attacks. The show also touches on celebrity news, public shaming, workplace ethics, and whether society is too quick or too selective when it comes to moral judgement.The episode closes on a reflective note, with the hosts sharing their personal Christmas rituals, favourite films, and the importance of rest, family and intention setting before the new year.A thoughtful, wide ranging episode that blends humour, history, accountability and reflection as TDA signs off for the festive break.

Today's episode closes the year with a deeply grounding conversation led by our final guest of 2025, Rianne Palmer, educator, wellness facilitator, Pilates instructor and founder of Watch ReGlow and Retreats. Rianne joins the show to unpack what wellness really means beyond aesthetics, trends and Instagram culture, reframing it as something far more personal: quality of life, safety, intention and self trust.Rianne shares her own journey, from teaching in the UK to living between London and Dubai, and how those environments shaped her understanding of wellness, especially for women. She speaks candidly about why feeling safe is foundational to wellbeing, how simple practices like walking, journaling and mindful movement can be transformational, and why wellness should never feel exclusive or out of reach.She walks the team through how her community was built from the ground up, starting with free walks, evolving into journaling sessions, retreats and Pilates experiences designed to create safe, intentional spaces for women to reconnect with themselves. Her story highlights the courage it takes to trust your vision, especially when creating something new that does not fit the usual mould.The conversation also explores journaling as a tool for clarity, healing and self belief, the difference between performative wellness and lived wellness, and how practices like Pilates help rebuild trust in the body and the self. Rianne's perspective is calm, thoughtful and deeply human, offering listeners practical tools alongside real reflection.A reflective and restorative episode that invites listeners to slow down, redefine what wellness means to them, and remember that showing up for yourself does not have to be complicated.

Today's episode is pure midweek chaos, starting with the team reacting to a string of resurfaced Diddy clips and industry rumours. From 50 Cent's trolling to Ray J's wild claims, the room breaks down the strange energy around celebrity culture and the uncomfortable truths hiding in plain sight. The cast bounce between humour, suspicion and cultural commentary as they unpack the power dynamics of the music industry.The conversation then shifts into African geopolitics as the team dissect a dramatic video explaining how France and Nigeria allegedly shut down a coup in Benin in just a few hours. The discussion becomes a deeper look at Western influence, African sovereignty, the role of ECOWAS, electricity dependence, oil politics and whether the story itself is exaggerated for online engagement.The show closes with a thoughtful Topic of the Day, asking whether humans have any responsibility for the survival of our species. The cast debate purpose, procreation, religion, capitalism, individual choice, community, overpopulation, and whether having children is a duty or a personal decision. It becomes an unexpected philosophical moment after a morning of madness.A funny, fast moving and surprisingly reflective episode with classic TDA energy throughout.

Today's episode centres on one powerful guest voice: the anonymous listener who sent in a long, detailed letter critiquing yesterday's show. Their message becomes the backbone of the entire discussion, driving the room into one of the most introspective conversations TDA has had in months.The listener challenges the platforming of Stephanie, arguing that while her story is real, she is not representative of the wider transgender community. They compare it to inviting someone unqualified to speak for Black people, and warn that elevating an “outlier voice” can misinform the audience. They question editorial responsibility, consistency, and whether the show unintentionally allowed harmful generalisations to go unchecked.Their critique forces the cast to unpack everything:• how the interview was handled• how much pushback is fair when someone is sharing trauma• the difference between lived experience and community representation• the difficulty of balancing sensitivity, curiosity and critical thinking on a live show• whether TDA has done enough to include voices from the LGBTQ+ community• and what fair, responsible platforming looks like going forwardThe letter praises Sade specifically for providing structure, nuance and necessary counterpoints, and that recognition shapes the room's reflection on how each host approached the conversation.What follows is an open, honest, sometimes uncomfortable examination of method, intention and responsibility. E-Man breaks down why he rejected parts of the listener's analogy. Brent calls for transparency and invites the writer to join the Discord to speak directly. The team revisit what was said, what wasn't said and what they wish they asked. They debate balance, bias, empathy and whether the show should bring on additional trans guests to broaden understanding.The guest may be anonymous, but their voice completely steers the episode. Their critique becomes the catalyst for one of the most layered, self-aware and community-driven conversations TDA has ever aired.A necessary episode. A challenging one. And a reminder of how deeply the audience shapes this show.

Today's episode is one of the most powerful conversations to ever happen on TDA. Our guest, Stephanie Thompson, opens her life with honesty, courage and emotional clarity as she walks us through a journey marked by childhood trauma, identity confusion, public transition and spiritual restoration.Stephanie shares how moving to Jamaica as a child exposed her to a dangerous environment where grooming and abuse became normalised. She describes, in heartbreaking detail, how two separate assaults at age twelve stole her innocence and reshaped her relationship with her own body, her identity and the world around her. Returning to the UK, she buried the trauma and threw herself into friendships, online personas and eventually the Black LGBT scene where she sought belonging, protection and a way to rewrite who she was.Her story moves into her years living as Stefan, a trans man, documenting the deep psychological shifts brought on by testosterone, the urgency to remove parts of her body to ease her inner turmoil, and the spiralling attempts to mould her external identity into something that felt safer than being a woman. She explains the emotional cost of misgendering, the paranoia in everyday public life, the breakdown of relationships and the painful truth that transitioning never resolved the ache at the core.But the most transformative part of her story is her return to faith, where she finally confronted the trauma she had buried for almost two decades. Stephanie speaks about repentance, healing, forgiveness, and the courage it took to reclaim her womanhood after years of public advocacy as a trans man. Her reflections are raw, thoughtful and unflinchingly honest.This episode is not sensational. It is human. It is layered. And it is a rare window into the complexity of identity, trauma, survival and redemption. Stephanie's vulnerability turns this conversation into one of the most important testimonies shared on the platform.FOLLOW: THE DAY AFTER► X: ⁠https://x.com/TheDayAfterTNB⁠► INSTAGRAM: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/thedayaftertnb/⁠► TIKTOK: ⁠https://www.tiktok.com/@thedayaftertnb⁠► YOUTUBE: ⁠https://www.youtube.com/@TheDayAfterTNB⁠► SPOTIFY: ⁠https://open.spotify.com/show/0vkTPwat1n6y7l3MOfjQcf?si=0e7daa6ca317441e ⁠► PATREON: ⁠https://www.patreon.com/cw/THENEWBLXCK⁠► DISCORD: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://discord.com/invite/thenewblxck⁠► WEBSITE: ⁠https://thenewblxck.com⁠► STORE: ⁠https://thenewblxck.store⁠► DILEMMA? ⁠https://www.thenewblxck.com/dilemma⁠► EMAIL: thedayafter@thenewblxck.com► CLICK HERE TO GET SHARES IN THE NEW BLXCK - ⁠https://app.seedlegals.com/en/pitch/c_VoSPUCwhTo/The-New-Blxck⁠ANY QUESTIONS ABOUT THIS INVESTMENT OPPORTUNITY? PLEASE CONTACT: brent@thenewblxck.com

Today's show kicks off with a conversation about Korean skincare before moving into a lively Friday intro and a shout out to everyone from the previous night's event. The team also celebrate the official announcement of The Rotation presenters, breaking down the lineup and the reactions coming in from the community.Headlines open with a shocking NHS report showing elderly patients left in corridor care at Queen's Hospital in East London. The team unpack why the NHS situation feels like a developing country and whether the government is quietly pushing people toward private healthcare. They then move on to Dulwich College breaking its silence about allegations of Nigel Farage's racist behaviour as a student, and a major new investment to create 50,000 SEN school places across England.The Topic of the Day is a full cultural deep dive into Dettie December. The team explore its origins, the diaspora's connection to Ghana and Nigeria, the impact of the Year of Return, and how the season has grown into a global cultural moment. Gina gives a personal account of why she loves Dettie December, the freedom it brings, the networking opportunities, and the undeniable joy of being surrounded by Black culture at scale.The discussion gets real about the downsides too.They tackle issues like:• price hikes that impact local communities• Ghana's slow service culture and why visitors have to adjust• cultural misunderstandings, especially from American tourists• safety differences between Ghana and Nigeria• whether tourists are exploiting local labour• and the role of government corruption in preventing real infrastructure improvementsThe team debate whether people should experience more than just the nightlife, how diaspora expectations clash with local norms, and why the conversation around development must start with the people, not Western standards.A rich, insightful and often hilarious episode that blends culture, travel, diaspora identity and the realities of West African life during the biggest season of the year.Posted Just nowLockedComments

Today the team break down the viral debate around Manny the Science Guy and whether teachers using slang harms or helps Black students. That leads into a wider chat on class, authenticity and what really supports young people in school.They revisit Pop The Balloon to talk dating standards, rudeness and why modern dating shows make everyone look unserious.A big topic of the day is the misinformation about Black men and Kamala Harris. The team react to Stacey Abrams correcting the false narrative and dig into how media tries to divide Black men and Black women.Headlines end the show with Trump's rise, social media background checks for travellers, and the UK's attempt to weaken human rights protections.Short, sharp and full of cultural insight.

Today's episode opens with something special. We finally meet the voice behind the scenes, J, the researcher who has quietly shaped the show for months. Not on camera, but fully present, she steps into the spotlight as the team tells the hilarious and chaotic story of how she joined TDA in the first place.From Emmanuel thinking she was a Korean applicant because of a single typo, to him spending a week debating whether a “Black Korean” should be allowed to join the research team, the entire room breaks down reliving the saga. The miscommunication, the phone call, the tone checks, the suspicion, the relief and the instant chemistry all unfold live on air. It becomes clear that J isn't just a researcher, she's a force, a sharp mind and now a central part of the TDA family.We also learn she's transitioning out of her researcher role and into something bigger within the team, with everyone celebrating her growth and impact.From there, the episode dives into Swiss's call for group economics, with Rich and Bashy matching his donations toward building a Black cultural business hub. The team praises the movement and encourages the community to support.A packed set of headlines follow, covering everything from tech deals to global politics to UK education, leading into a fiery discussion about whether you can still afford to be “choosy” in dating as you age and whether politics, therapy and worldview should remain non negotiables.But the heart of the episode is J.Her journey.Her banter.Her presence.And the fact that she was almost rejected because autocorrect turned “Jamaican” into “Korean.”

Today's episode starts with a wholesome clip on fathers and sons, using a simple social media trend to open up a wider talk about affection, Black dads and how love is shown to boys as they grow older. From there the team dive into a serious African headline: a major reparations conference in Algiers where over 40 African nations and Caribbean delegates agree the Algiers Declaration, framing colonialism as a multi dimensional crime and pushing for it to be recognised as a crime against humanity, with calls for a continent wide claims body and the return of stolen artefacts. That flows into a raw breakdown of France's role on the continent, the Benin coup attempt, George Galloway's viral clip, ECOWAS, Tinubu, and why so many African leaders are still seen as puppets when it comes to Western power and military decisions.Headlines move from Kemi Badenoch demanding a nationwide grooming gangs inquiry that actually looks at ethnicity and religion, to a cutting edge gene edited T cell therapy that is putting aggressive leukemia into remission in children and adults, and what that could mean for future cancer treatment. The Topic of the Day closes the show on a big ethical question: if you could choose the gender of your child, would you and should you. The room unpack everything from “designer baby” culture, gender reveals, cultural pressure for boys, parents who only want one gender, medical exceptions and what it means for a child to grow up knowing they were a preference not just a blessing. It is an honest, nuanced conversation about control, morality and how far we should go when technology makes selection possible.FOLLOW: THE DAY AFTER► X: https://x.com/TheDayAfterTNB► INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/thedayaftertnb/► TIKTOK: https://www.tiktok.com/@thedayaftertnb► YOUTUBE: https://www.youtube.com/@TheDayAfterTNB► SPOTIFY: https://open.spotify.com/show/0vkTPwat1n6y7l3MOfjQcf?si=0e7daa6ca317441e ► PATREON: https://www.patreon.com/cw/THENEWBLXCK► DISCORD: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://discord.com/invite/thenewblxck► WEBSITE: https://thenewblxck.com► STORE: https://thenewblxck.store► DILEMMA? https://www.thenewblxck.com/dilemma► EMAIL: thedayafter@thenewblxck.com► CLICK HERE TO GET SHARES IN THE NEW BLXCK - https://app.seedlegals.com/en/pitch/c_VoSPUCwhTo/The-New-BlxckANY QUESTIONS ABOUT THIS INVESTMENT OPPORTUNITY? PLEASE CONTACT: brent@thenewblxck.com

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Today's episode was pure Friday energy. The team came in lively, chaotic, and hilarious from the jump, mixing culture talk, wild stories, and real discussions before diving into the news.Highlights from the episode:Gina's first ever football match had the whole table crying with laughter. Heated seats, box life, aesthetic attendance only. She even bumped into a familiar face that sent her straight into dream confessions.Secret Santa madness exposed everyone. Brent called out Gina for trying to turn the Amazon wish list into her own personal shopping spree. The Dyson drama alone deserves an episode.The great hair tool mystery. A stray curler appeared in the studio. Accusations flew. The girls defended their honour. Brent threatened to repossess it. Chaos.Drug stories, Christmas party stories, and office confessionals took the conversation left in the funniest way possible. Shay shared a past era that had the whole room spinning.A proper debate on intelligence, tech reliance, and whether society is getting dumber. The team dove deep into AI, spell check, second screen viewing, and whether TV is being written for distracted brains.The viral clip on TV dumbing down content sparked a breakdown on why modern shows repeat everything, over explain emotions, and are engineered for people scrolling on their phones.E-Man delivered the morning's headlines, including:Farage crying about BBC double standardsPrince Harry's Trump jokeGermany comparing Brexit to the Gallagher brothersA wild misconduct case involving a drunk officerA disability benefits investigation that raised big ethical questionsEurovision drama as countries pull out over Israel's inclusionAll in all, a classic TDA morning. Fun, messy, insightful, and full of those moments the Patreon family lives for.

Today's episode is all about the newest voice in the room, Sade, and the energy she brings into TDA. From the moment the show starts, her personality takes over the space. We learn how she thinks, how she debates, how she flips between warmth and chaos, and why she's already becoming a standout presence in the morning show dynamic.Across the episode she shows her full range. She speaks openly about social anxiety, about being misunderstood, about how she processes information, and about why she sometimes goes from zero to sixty emotionally. She owns her contradictions, jokes about her toxicity, and still manages to ground the room with sharp insights and wavy ideas that instantly get implemented.We also see how she clashes and connects with Brent. They push each other, tease each other, call out inconsistencies, and explore everything from punctuality to leadership to respect to relationships. Sade breaks down her boundaries, her expectations of men, her experiences with progressive vs non progressive circles, and her habit of “banking receipts” when necessary.By the time the headlines arrive, the audience has already spent nearly an hour inside her mind. The episode becomes a character study, a personality unpacking, and a proper introduction to the woman who will shape TDA's morning chemistry going forward.A lively, revealing and genuinely funny episode that puts the spotlight firmly on Sade and lets the community get to know her beyond the soundbites.

Today's episode centres on an incredible guest, Lisa Angel Smith, a transformational coach, business strategist and founder of The Plant Protocol. Joining us from the US at 4 a.m. her time, Lisa delivers one of the most impactful conversations we've had on TDA. She breaks down the difference between acute and chronic stress, explaining how chronic stress quietly destroys the body on a cellular level and why Black communities experience it more intensely through racism, pressure, weathering and generational resilience. She talks about eliminating stress rather than managing it, the psychology behind fear-based decision making, and how belief systems, self trust and faith shape our choices.Lisa also dives into emotional eating, hormonal imbalance, survival mode, career stress, relationships, identity, and how our community often overplays strength out of necessity. Her frameworks, her clarity, and her straight talking approach make this an episode that feels like a masterclass in wellness, self awareness and liberation.A powerful, insightful and essential conversation with a guest who came ready to pour into the culture.Sign up to the 30 day vegan challenge:⁠https://www.lisaangelsmith.com/challenge⁠

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Today's episode kicks off with jokes, chaos, and the whole crew sliding into a heavy cultural debate about attraction, race, and whether “preference” is ever really neutral. A TikTok clip sparks a long breakdown on mixed-race desirability, proximity to whiteness, and how history, culture, and personal experience shape what we call attraction. The team go back and forth on whether certain preferences are harmless or rooted in something deeper, with Kristy joining remotely to add more nuance. It's honest, sharp, and full of those unfiltered TDA moments that only happen when the whole family is in the room.

Politics & Budget Breakdown: We conclude our deep dive into the recent UK budget, scrutinizing the rising cost of the pension "triple lock" , new tax hikes on online gambling , and why experts believe the measures fail to address productivity. Plus, we analyze the fiery parliamentary clash involving Kemi Badenoch.Culture & Community: We pay tribute to community giants, mourning the passing of Screen Nation founder Charles Thompson (the "Black BAFTAs") and music executive Mel Rutter. We also reflect on the 25th anniversary of the tragic killing of young Damolo in Peckham.Global & World News: Discussions cover the spirit of Pan-Africanism and the call for African leaders to support Sudan , updates on the tragic Hong Kong high-rise fire , US politics with Trump's proposed migration pause , and the controversy over author Sally Rooney's legal issues related to supporting Palestine action.The Big Debate: We break down the controversy surrounding rapper Swiss (Black Pound Day founder) and his public critique of boxer Anthony Joshua (AJ). We debate the ethics of shaming high-profile individuals for not financially supporting community initiatives and the method of trying to "reach" them.FOLLOW THE DAY AFTER:► X: https://x.com/TheDayAfterTNB► INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/thedayaftertnb/► TIKTOK: https://www.tiktok.com/@thedayaftertnb► YOUTUBE https://www.youtube.com/@TheDayAfterTNB► SPOTIFY: https://open.spotify.com/show/0vkTPwat1n6y7l3MOfjQcf?si=0e7daa6ca317441e ► PATREON: https://www.patreon.com/cw/THENEWBLXCK► DISCORD: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://discord.com/invite/thenewblxck► WEBSITE: https://thenewblxck.com► STORE: https://thenewblxck.store► DILEMMA? https://www.thenewblxck.com/dilemma► EMAIL: thedayafter@thenewblxck.com► CLICK HERE TO GET SHARES IN THE NEW BLXCK - https://app.seedlegals.com/en/pitch/c_VoSPUCwhTo/The-New-BlxckANY QUESTIONS ABOUT THIS INVESTMENT OPPORTUNITY? PLEASE CONTACT: brent@thenewblxck.com#news #currentaffairs #sports #blackbritain #live #music #boxing #budget2025

This morning's episode was classic TDA energy - pure jokes, sharp debates, wild theories, and a heavy news breakdown all rolled into one. We kicked off with updates about Saturday's big photoshoot for TDA and The Rotation, the stress of shooting outdoors in the rain, and the big announcements coming for Christmas and the new year.From there, the convo spiralled beautifully into everything from apprenticeships to Brandy & Monica's tour, accusations flying in the chat, and a hilarious back-and-forth about whether Wiz Khalifa is a flat-earther. Then things got even more chaotic as the team argued about Candace Owens, conspiracies, assassination claims, the moon landing, whether the Earth is flat, and who really killed Malcolm X - one of the funniest TDA tangents this week.We then locked in properly for the news rundown: the UK budget drama, a heated clash between Rachel Reeves and Sadiq Khan, global political tensions, tech wars between Nvidia and Google, the Louvre robbery arrests, fires in Hong Kong, National Guard shootings in the US, hurricanes in Jamaica, and a coup unfolding in Guinea-Bissau. The team wrapped everything with sharp analysis, jokes, and well-needed context.

Today's episode was a full ride - jokes, culture, politics, and one of our most important conversations to date. We opened with morning chaos, link mix-ups, Brent's return, and pure comedy about Sierra Leoneans, fashion, and whether certain clothes are “anti-Black.” From the MAGA hat to tech hoodies to cultural assimilation, the panel unpacked what we wear, how society reads it, and whether abandoning traditional languages or clothing counts as anti-Blackness.We moved into the headlines - minimum wage changes, tourist taxes, HP layoffs, Windrush justice, global conflicts, volcanic eruptions, kidnappings in Nigeria, Sudan peace talks, EU military funding, and political crackdowns in Brazil and Tanzania - giving the community a rapid but thorough breakdown of what's happening worldwide.Then we shifted into a powerful Topic of the Day with special guest Siaka Stevens, the British Sierra Leonean entrepreneur behind the Sherbro Island City Project, partnering with Idris Elba to build a sustainable, future-focused smart city in Sierra Leone. Siaka walked us through his upbringing, the legacy of his family, why he returned home, how he built a global network through events and nightlife, and how this project plans to transform the region. He broke down governance, land rights, community protection, controlled capitalism, investor trust, and how Sherbro is designed to lift local people into long-term prosperity - not push them out.It was a rare mix of humour, cultural honesty, global awareness, and a deep dive into African development from someone doing the work on the ground.

This morning's episode was pure chaos and comedy from start to finish. We opened with tech issues, double livestreams, and everyone trying to figure out what channel the show was even on - but once things finally synced up, we dived straight into the madness of The Danish Deception. From dissecting the wild four-hour saga to questioning delusion, red flags, and accountability, the conversation spun between heartbreak, humour, and cultural commentary.Sade and Brent debated dating choices, “donut behaviour,” family dynamics, and whether love can really make someone miss every obvious sign. Then the convo spiralled hilariously into Grenadian men, playlists that reveal too much, passport bros vs passport sis, cooking slander, and whether music shapes relationship culture today.A proper TDA episode - unfiltered, funny, insightful, chaotic, and very, very real.FOLLOW THE DAY AFTER:► X: https://x.com/TheDayAfterTNB► INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/thedayaftertnb/► TIKTOK: https://www.tiktok.com/@thedayaftertnb► YOUTUBE https://www.youtube.com/@TheDayAfterTNB► SPOTIFY: https://open.spotify.com/show/0vkTPwat1n6y7l3MOfjQcf?si=0e7daa6ca317441e ► PATREON: https://www.patreon.com/cw/THENEWBLXCK► DISCORD: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://discord.com/invite/thenewblxck► WEBSITE: https://thenewblxck.com► STORE: https://thenewblxck.store► DILEMMA? https://www.thenewblxck.com/dilemma► EMAIL: thedayafter@thenewblxck.com► CLICK HERE TO GET SHARES IN THE NEW BLXCK - https://app.seedlegals.com/en/pitch/c_VoSPUCwhTo/The-New-BlxckANY QUESTIONS ABOUT THIS INVESTMENT OPPORTUNITY? PLEASE CONTACT: brent@thenewblxck.com

Today's episode was pure morning chaos and honest conversation. From Arsenal's win and weekend recaps to the madness of The Danish Deception, we dove deep into relationship red flags, family punishments growing up, forgiveness, trauma, and the way culture shapes who we become. The crew shared raw stories-from school suspensions to childhood discipline to why certain people will never be forgiven-balancing humour, vulnerability, and cultural truth-telling the whole way through. We also teased the big content weekend coming up on the 29th, with photoshoots, behind-the-scenes access, and introductions to the new TDA and Rotation teams. A proper mix of jokes, honesty, and jaw-dropping moments.

GET THE NEW BLXCK MERCHA proper Friday freestyle episode full of jokes, chaos and pure personality. The team dive into everything from clapbacks and sibling drama to childhood memories, piercings, old school fashion, and the wildest confessions. Gina's “ghetto fabulous” era gets exposed, Brent stirs the pot as usual, and the chat goes left every five minutes - fights, tattoos, the purge, apocalypse survival teams, everything. We even manage to squeeze in the morning's headlines and a big discussion on entertainers vs intellectuals in Black leadership. Pure vibes from start to finish.

Another chaotic, joke-filled morning on TDA as the team dive into everything from Emmanuel's “I was attacked” saga, to veganism debates, Caribbean soup betrayals, and whether dragons are real. We get pure foolery, unexpected confessions, wild clips, relationship debates, and a whole breakdown about circumcision (yes… really). A full episode of laughs, arguments, and cultural madness from start to finish.

Today's show was a two-person special with Brent and Sade holding down the fort, giving the episode a more personal, back-and-forth vibe.They kicked off with jokes, morning stories, and reflections on TDA's history before jumping into the headlines:Migration reality check:A viral video breaking down how little asylum seekers actually cost the UK sparked a deep conversation on how politicians weaponise immigration to distract the public, stoke racism, and avoid talking about real economic failures.Cloudflare meltdown:X, Spotify, ChatGPT, Patreon, Canva and more all went down - leading to a wider discussion about how dependent we are on digital systems and whether we could function without them.Sade's music habits and her “big tunes” playlistCat drama, snipping debates & house pets with agendasWhy overly positive people feel suspiciousBrent's dream about a younger Sade (chaos)Dancefloor icks, weddings, and tall men moving too muchA funny, warm and surprisingly thoughtful episode.Main TopicsSide Stories & Laughter

The team will stream temporarily on the backup channel and continue posting full episodes here on Patreon.The main discussion centred around a viral prenup scenario:A man with $12 million wants to marry a woman with $50k, and the prenup triggered emotional tension because she felt he wouldn't be entering the marriage the same way she is.This sparked a BIG debate in the room about:Whether prenups protect love or undermine itIf partners should leave a marriage only with what they brought inWhether a stay-at-home partner should be financially protectedIf men and women view prenups differently when the wealth is reversedThe ethics of “image clauses” and whether conditions about weight/appearance are toxic or fair gameA lot of laughter, chaos, and ick-related behaviour followed.

The team started the morning lighthearted - playful banter about sacrifices, ownership, and giving 100% energy to what you believe in. That conversation evolved into something deeper: how men show up, not just in work but in life.The hosts opened up about how difficult it can be for men to maintain consistency, vulnerability, and purpose, especially when so much of modern masculinity is tied to performance, not peace. One host admitted he's never truly given “100% to anything,” reflecting on how childhood patterns of doing “just enough” can carry into adulthood - a rare, raw insight into male conditioning.This bled naturally into discussions around mental health, discipline, and accountability - asking why men often find it easier to “sacrifice sleep” than confront emotions. The conversation highlighted how men can mistake survival for strength, and how building a platform like The Day After is part of rewriting that narrative - one open dialogue at a time.From there, things shifted into community economics, exploring a Yiddish principle called Fargeen - a model of reinvesting within your own. The team imagined what that could look like for the Black community, sparking sharp debates about buying Black, convenience, and collective loyalty.It later turned fiery, touching on boycotts, the Israel-Palestine conflict, race relations, and a viral video that led to an on-air conversation about cultural sensitivity, intent vs. impact, and accountability - with the hosts handling it with humour, honesty, and genuine reflection.By the end, the episode balanced laughter, tension, and truth - a perfect mirror of the emotional range men often hide. This one wasn't just talk - it was therapy disguised as morning radio.

In this episode, the team dives deep into one of the most divisive debates in our community - should Black people boycott non-Black (specifically South Asian) shops, or should the focus simply be on building and supporting Black businesses instead?What starts as a discussion about economic power turns into a much bigger conversation about community strategy, cultural unity, and the fine line between empowerment and division.From boycotts to buying habits, price differences to privilege, the hosts unpack whether “Buy Black” can ever truly work in a world driven by convenience and cost - and how Black businesses can earn lasting support through quality, service, and consistency.Do you think boycotting non-Black businesses helps or hurts the movement for Black economic power - and what does true “buying Black” look like to you in real life?Let us know in the comments.

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Today's episode was one of those mornings - a mix of laughter, real talk, and powerful insight. The team kicked off with their usual chaos and banter before grounding the show with a special guest whose perspective took things deeper.Guest: Ifá Practitioner & EducatorOur guest broke down the spiritual foundation of Ifá - the West African system of knowledge and divination that predates colonial religion. He explored:The connection between Ifá, ancestry, and purpose.How Western narratives have distorted African spiritual systems.The discipline and ritual involved in authentic practice versus pop-culture appropriation.The idea that Ifá isn't “mysticism,” but philosophy - one rooted in self-knowledge, destiny, and community balance.Black History Month SpotlightThe team also celebrated Una Marson, Jamaica's pioneering poet and the BBC's first Black female producer - connecting her legacy to the broader theme of reclaiming our narratives and honouring those who paved the way.Main Debate: Should Influencers Need Qualifications?When China announced a law requiring degrees for influencers who speak on professional topics, the table exploded with opinion.Gina made a case for accountability in health and fitness content.Shadie defended lived experience as a valid form of expertise.Chinx brought humour that somehow tied colourism, culture, and content creation all into one wild ride.What followed was a sharp, necessary clash about information, influence, and integrity.HeadlinesPrince Andrew stripped of titles amid Epstein fallout.Rachel Reeves faces backlash over housing violations.Trump administration limits refugees, prioritising white South Africans.UK pledges £2.5 m aid to Jamaica after Hurricane Melissa.Closing EnergyFrom reflection to laughter, this one flowed like only TDA can - bridging spirit, culture, and conversation into a morning that felt bigger than news.

Another vibrant morning at The Day After, the home of popular culture as defined by you - the culture. The team kicked off with laughs, community shoutouts, and reflections on viral clips, online debates, and the blurring line between real-world and digital accountability. They dissected podcast drama surrounding Tricky and Bouncer, exploring how online ego, “street rules,” and content creation collide.In the news:Labour leader Keir Starmer dodges tax-rise questions ahead of the budget.Hurricane Melissa leaves devastation across Jamaica and Cuba.GSK warns the UK risks losing its life-sciences edge without drug-pricing reform.Character.AI bans users under 18 amid child-safety lawsuits.Updates on the Gets case following a fatal hit-and-run.Then came a powerful and heartfelt interview with Bunmi Mojekwu - actress, writer, and filmmaker behind It's a BAM Productions. She opened up about:Growing from EastEnders to independent filmmaking.Navigating colorism, self-worth, and representation in media.Building a company that changes narratives through art.Her creative process - transforming single conversations into scripts inspired by music.BUNMI'S SHORT FILM 'THE PREQUEL' IS ON YOUTUBE: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=B1kRFxEO828FOLLOW HERE ON IG:https://www.instagram.com/bunmimojekwu/?hl=enFOLLOW BAM PRODUCTIONS:https://www.instagram.com/bamproductionsltd/?hl=en

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, youth empowerment, and the fight to rebuild trust in politics.Bell speaks candidly about faith, fatigue, and the emotional toll of holding power accountable - reminding listeners that representation means doing the work even when it costs you. She challenges how history is being quietly erased, why DEI cuts hit Black women hardest, and what collective action looks like beyond performative allyship.

Follow The Hidden Science Academy on IGhttps://www.instagram.com/thehiddenscienceacademy/?hl=enSubscribe to The Hidden Science Academy on YouTubehttps://www.youtube.com/c/TheHiddenScienceAcademyLeon's book 'The Hidden Science of Melanin' available on Amazonhttps://www.amazon.co.uk/Hidden-Science-Melanin-LEON-MARSHALL/dp/1739698002Tickets for 'The Hidden Science of Black Men's Health' event are availablehttps://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/the-hidden-science-of-black-mens-health-tickets-1629561033919Tickets for 'The Hidden Science of Black Hair' event are availablehttps://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/the-hidden-science-of-black-hair-tickets-1857224491449Today's episode takes a turn into the spiritual and the scientific, as the team are joined by Leon, a guest whose knowledge bridges biology, cosmology, and ancient African philosophy. Together they explore the deeper meaning of melanin - not just as pigment, but as a conductor of energy, light, and consciousness.The conversation travels through the origins of human brilliance, the spiritual significance of the sun, and how melanin connects us to rhythm, intuition, and the universe itself. Leon challenges Western science's limited understanding of the body and explains how ancient civilisations viewed melanin as divine intelligence in motion.From discussions about energy fields and vibration, to how diet, thought, and environment affect our spiritual frequency, the team unpack what it means to live as spiritual beings having a physical experience.There are moments of laughter, debate, and awe - but through it all, the episode asks one powerful question: What would happen if we truly understood our own power?

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 past but living tools for healing and empowerment.The discussion explores how colonial history continues to shape the stories we're told - and the ones we forget to tell. Connie breaks down why the act of remembering is political, how language and memory intertwine, and why Black communities must control their own narrative spaces.The conversation moves through identity, Pan-Africanism, and faith - including an emotional exchange about what inclusion truly means within Black liberation movements. Connie reminds us that if our vision for freedom excludes anyone, it isn't liberation - it's limitation.Our history is more than trauma - it's power, memory, and resistance. Connie's work reminds us that every Black story, archived and alive, is a step toward collective healing.

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.

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 experiences.Parent power: Why Black parents must question everything - from grading to discipline - and how to document it properly.Safeguarding as a weapon: The word that makes schools listen.Citizenship curriculum: The hidden subject that quietly shapes financial literacy, politics, and social understanding.Teacher transparency: Akaita exposes why many teachers “just show up” and how passionate educators can make all the difference.Black boys & bias: Real talk on why confidence collapses before GCSEs and how to fight back.Reimagining schools: Why true change will mean building our own institutions for Black children to thrive.The teacher's burden: Balancing care, culture, and emotional weight in a system not designed for us.