"What's Good?" W/ Charlie Taylor

In a week where:South Korea's former president Yoon Suk Yeol jailed for life for leading insurrection.Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor arrested on suspicion of misconduct in public office.Trump officials plan to build 5,000-person military base in Gaza.Kenyan intelligence report finds 1,000 Kenyan citizens were lured to Russia on false promises of employment, recruited to fight against Ukraine.Leader of Mexico's Jalisco Cartel Nemesio Rubén "El Mencho" Oseguera Cervantes is killed by the Mexican Army.In the 1st of two Life segments: (5:55) As the worst timeline unveils before our very eyes in the form of Trump's "Board of Peace", lets see what Palestinians think of the plans being forced upon them.In the 2nd Life segment: (21:34) Rev. Jesse Jackson died last week, so no better time to talk about his commitment to being an upstanding American figure till the end.In Tech: (33:33) If you are around roads, you may have seen an influx of Chinese EVs rolling around. There's a reason for that and it's not because China are flexing...Lastly, in Environment: (43:37) We cannot get enough of Dystopian Sci-Fi stories, but since we're living in one, maybe we should look to alternatives? Enter the "Solarpunk" subgenre making moves in the novel world.Thank you for listening! If you want to contribute to the show, whether it be sending me questions or voicing your opinion in any way, peep the contact links below and I'll respond accordingly. Let me know "What's Good?"Rate & ReviewE-Mail: the5thelelmentpub@gmail.comTwitter & IG: @The5thElementUKWebsite: https://the5thelement.co.ukPhotography: https://www.crt.photographyIntro Music - "Too Much" By VanillaInterlude - "Charismatic" By NappyHighChillHop MusicOther Podcasts Under The 5EPN:Diggin' In The Digits5EPN RadioBlack Women Watch...In Search of SauceThe Beauty Of Independence

In a week where:Bangladesh Nationalist Party win in landslide election, first since Gen Z uprising.Kim Jong UN designates his teenage daughter as his successor.High court rules ban on Palestine Action is unlawful.UK & other European nations pin death of Alexei Navalny on Russia.Ramadan begins.In Tech: (5:58) It's time to start understanding a simple fact as nations police the Internet more: The more connected we get, the more surveillance that will come behind it. (Article By Nathan Gardels)In Geopolitics: (17:12) When The Wagner Group was officially declared done in 2022, their operations didn't stop and a new investigation proves Russia are still in the business of destabilising Africa. (Article By Lydia Namubiru, Sabrina Slipchenko, Youri van der Weide & Kiri Rupiah) In Environment/Sports: (30:25) As the Winter Olympics come to a close, an interesting story on materials used for equipment and a rare environmental W. (Article By Joseph Winters & Tik Root) Lastly, in Life: (48:35) We all have to be independent at some level. But what if that independence is everything about you? Where does hyper-independence become a burden? (Article By Emine Saner) Thank you for listening! If you want to contribute to the show, whether it be sending me questions or voicing your opinion in any way, peep the contact links below and I'll respond accordingly. Let me know "What's Good?"Rate & ReviewE-Mail: the5thelelmentpub@gmail.comTwitter & IG: @The5thElementUKWebsite: https://the5thelement.co.ukPhotography: https://www.crt.photographyIntro Music - "Too Much" By VanillaInterlude - "Charismatic" By NappyHighChillHop MusicOther Podcasts Under The 5EPN:Diggin' In The Digits5EPN RadioBlack Women Watch...In Search of SauceThe Beauty Of Independence

Another interview for you to step to! Typically, when I interview artists they have spent most of their lives creating music one way or another. But there's many ways to find yourself producing your debut album and for French-Iranian-now-residing-in-Singapore entrepreneur Kiyan Foroughi, he got to this point in a roundabout way. We talk about his beginnings, his business background, how COVID was the catalyst for his music journey and of course his Top 5.Kiyan's album "inner light. OUTER SPACE" drops 27th February.Thank you for listening! If you want to contribute to the show, whether it be sending me questions or voicing your opinion in any way, peep the contact links below and I'll respond accordingly. Let me know "What's Good?"Rate & ReviewE-Mail: the5thelelmentpub@gmail.comTwitter & IG: @The5thElementUKWebsite: https://the5thelement.co.ukPhotography: https://www.crt.photographyIntro Music - "Baxter" By Brock BerriganInterlude - "Break The Beat" By BasstiChillHop MusicOther Podcasts Under The 5EPN:Diggin' In The Digits5EPN RadioBlack Women Watch...In Search of SauceThe Beauty Of Independence

In a week where:Morgan McSweeney quits as Keir Starmer's chief of staff.Sanae Takaichi's Liberal Democratic Party win snap Japanese Elections in a landslide.Ghanaian Highlife legend Ebo Taylor dies aged 90.Seattle Seahawks beat New England Patriots to win SB60.Jimmy Lai, Hong Kong pro-democracy figure, sentenced to 20 years in prison for national security offences.In Politics: (8:42) Peter Mandelson was always a snake but snaked a bit too much when he allegedly shared information with Jeffrey Epstein. As the Red Tories reel in the scandal, it must be acknowledged that maybe, just maybe, UK Politics is corrupted to the core. (Article by Alan Rusbridger) In Life: (24:50) Something I have been saying for years is that a war for water is coming. So let's drill into why and how soon it could happen. (Article By Peter Frankopan) In Film: (47:17) As a graduate of Film & Television, I pride myself on being able to consume the visual arts with a critical eye. So why the hell are film students now unable to do the one thing they need to do... Which is watch film??? (Article By Rose Horowitch)Lastly, in Photography: (1:02:43) I love a bit of Street Photography but I can understand that some forms of it are straight up invasive and creepy. So what's the level? Or should it all be chalked up to be art for art's sake? (Article By David M. M. Taffet) Thank you for listening! If you want to contribute to the show, whether it be sending me questions or voicing your opinion in any way, peep the contact links below and I'll respond accordingly. Let me know "What's Good?"Rate & ReviewE-Mail: the5thelelmentpub@gmail.comTwitter & IG: @The5thElementUKWebsite: https://the5thelement.co.ukPhotography: https://www.crt.photographyIntro Music - "Too Much" By VanillaInterlude - "Charismatic" By NappyHighChillHop MusicOther Podcasts Under The 5EPN:Diggin' In The Digits5EPN RadioBlack Women Watch...In Search of SauceThe Beauty Of Independence

In a week where:UK PM Kier Starmer visits China.More Epstein Files drop.The Rafah border reopens.The Grammys came & went.The Milan-Cortina Winter Olympics begin this week.In Geopolitics: (8:11) As the world continues to fluctuate wildly, we all sit and wait to see how the Colonialism will move from oil to rare earth minerals. (Article By Lexy Reid)In the 1st of two Environment segments: (25:12) The future of some British homes are in jeopardy. In this case, it's flooding and the Climate Crisis is sure to make things worse. (Article By Damian Carrington & Steven Morris)In the 2nd Environment segment: (41:15) The Winter Olympics begin this week! But will it be the last not visibly affected by the Climate Crisis? Thought must be put into the future of the Winter Olympics. (Article By Kiley Price)Lastly, in Life: (51:57) A few years ago, I talked about the Welsh Government creating a role that focused on looking into the future. It's been 10 years since that role began, so how is it going? (Article By Derek Walker)Thank you for listening! If you want to contribute to the show, whether it be sending me questions or voicing your opinion in any way, peep the contact links below and I'll respond accordingly. Let me know "What's Good?"Rate & ReviewE-Mail: the5thelelmentpub@gmail.comTwitter & IG: @The5thElementUKWebsite: https://the5thelement.co.ukPhotography: https://www.crt.photographyIntro Music - "Too Much" By VanillaInterlude - "Charismatic" By NappyHighChillHop MusicOther Podcasts Under The 5EPN:Diggin' In The Digits5EPN RadioBlack Women Watch...In Search of SauceThe Beauty Of Independence

In a week where:Belgium revive the murder case of Patrice Lumumba, 65 years after the event.US officially exits World Health Organization.ICE murders another person in Minneapolis, making it nine they've murdered in '26.UK to create its own “British FBI” in biggest police reform in nearly 200 years.Alex Honnold completes free solo climb of Taipei 101.In the 1st of two Tech segments: (5:06) And with a whimper, Meta's Metaverse is all but dead. Who knew that the major waste of money would be a major waste of money?? (Article By Sarah Perez)In Society: (20:46) The Metaverse wasn't the only thing that died this week. Over in Saudi Arabia, "The Line" is also all but dead. WHO WOULD'VE THOUGHT IT??? (Article By Kate Wagner)In the 2nd Tech segment: (31:23) Wikipedia turned 25 last week, an Internet miracle it still exists in the way it was intended. But that doesn't stop nefarious actors from editing articles to benefit governments & billionaires. (Article By Claire Wilmot)Lastly, in Photography: (48:24) A photographer's journey on finding the woman who cared for her as a child, using photography as a vehicle. (Article By Marigold Warner)Thank you for listening! If you want to contribute to the show, whether it be sending me questions or voicing your opinion in any way, peep the contact links below and I'll respond accordingly. Let me know "What's Good?"Rate & ReviewE-Mail: the5thelelmentpub@gmail.comTwitter & IG: @The5thElementUKWebsite: https://the5thelement.co.ukPhotography: https://www.crt.photographyIntro Music - "Too Much" By VanillaInterlude - "Charismatic" By NappyHighChillHop MusicOther Podcasts Under The 5EPN:Diggin' In The Digits5EPN RadioBlack Women Watch...In Search of SauceThe Beauty Of Independence

In a week where:Keir Starmer abandons plans for compulsory Digital ID.Wikipedia turns 25.West Midlands police chief steps down after row over Maccabi Tel Aviv fans ban.Kemi Badenoch sacks Robert Jenrick amidst defection plans & then he announces his affiliation with Reform.Venezuela opposition leader Machado gives Trump her Nobel prize.In Geopolitics: (9:27) With Trump gagging to blow up "The West" as we know it, it's now worth asking what can be salvaged from this, regardless if he actually pulls the trigger (figuratively) or not. (Article By Timothy Garton Ash)In Science: (23:53) For years I have been covering the rise in studies saying that we're basically made of microplastics now. But, scientists are equally pushing back on the work done in recent years. (Article By Damian Carrington)In Music: (38:19) After posting my State Of The Hip-Hop Union address, I then found a piece that took part of my subject matter and blew it up to levels I didn't realise. (Article By Andre Gee)Lastly, In Life: (59:00) If you were in prison for life, would you hold hope? A group of academics go to prisons of various levels and asks ageing men with more life behind them than ahead of them. (Article By Marion Vannier)Thank you for listening! If you want to contribute to the show, whether it be sending me questions or voicing your opinion in any way, peep the contact links below and I'll respond accordingly. Let me know "What's Good?"Rate & ReviewE-Mail: the5thelelmentpub@gmail.comTwitter & IG: @The5thElementUKWebsite: https://the5thelement.co.ukPhotography: https://www.crt.photographyIntro Music - "Too Much" By VanillaInterlude - "Charismatic" By NappyHighChillHop MusicOther Podcasts Under The 5EPN:Diggin' In The Digits5EPN RadioBlack Women Watch...In Search of SauceThe Beauty Of Independence

In a week where:Iran goes through Internet blackouts as nationwide protests continue.US cities protest ICE after a woman is murdered by ICE Agent.The EU backs Greenland as USA threatens occupation.The Golden Globes come & go.Ofcom investigates Elon Musk's X over Grok Al sexual deepfakes whilst Malaysia & Indonesia already ban it.In the 1st of two Geopolitics segments: (6:39) It is all kicking off in Iran and as every day passes, the more significant it feels. So, we're going to double up on the Iran protests, starting with some on-the-ground reporting on what has been happening. (Article By Deepa Parent & William Christou) In the 2nd Geopolitics segment: (20:48) A more broader look at the Iran protests and asking if this is maybe a revolution instead of just protests. (Article By Mahjoob Zweiri) In the 1st of two Life segments: (34:55) An introduction to a comprehensive journal edition by the Review of African Political Economy, covering the life and work of ever-present voice on the Black diaspora Frantz Fanon as he would've been 100 last year. (Article By Chinedu Chukwudinma, Christopher J. Lee and Bettina Engels)Lastly, in the 2nd Life segments: (52:35) As life becomes more frictionless - for better or worse - people are now realising the benefits of doing things with hands-on effort. (Article By Kathryn Jezer-Morton) Thank you for listening! If you want to contribute to the show, whether it be sending me questions or voicing your opinion in any way, peep the contact links below and I'll respond accordingly. Let me know "What's Good?"Rate & ReviewE-Mail: the5thelelmentpub@gmail.comTwitter & IG: @The5thElementUKWebsite: https://the5thelement.co.ukPhotography: https://www.crt.photographyIntro Music - "Too Much" By VanillaInterlude - "Charismatic" By NappyHighChillHop MusicOther Podcasts Under The 5EPN:Diggin' In The Digits5EPN RadioBlack Women Watch...In Search of SauceThe Beauty Of Independence

Another WG interview for you to step to! For this one we talk to Italo-Nigerian artist that has spent a decade learning about music, only to break all the rules she's been taught as she begins her journey as a solo artist whilst also trying to make it in France. I talk to Morenike (Mohr-en-eh-kuh) about her name, her beginnings; her musical education and the pitfalls of a solely academic music education, her debut single and of course, her Top 5.Thank you for listening! If you want to contribute to the show, whether it be sending me questions or voicing your opinion in any way, peep the contact links below and I'll respond accordingly. Let me know "What's Good?"Rate & ReviewE-Mail: the5thelelmentpub@gmail.comTwitter & IG: @The5thElementUKWebsite: https://the5thelement.co.ukPhotography: https://www.crt.photographyIntro Music - "Baxter" By Brock BerriganInterlude - "Cat N Johnny" By Ao LogicsChillHop MusicOther Podcasts Under The 5EPN:Diggin' In The Digits5EPN RadioBlack Women Watch...In Search of SauceThe Beauty Of Independence

In a week where:Around 40 people have died and at least 115 have been injured in an explosion at an Alpine Ski resort in Switzerland.Enzo Maresca leaves Chelsea.Betty Boop & a bunch of IP enters the public domain.US bombs Venezuela & kidnaps President Nicolas Maduro.Luke Littler wins his 2nd straight World Darts Championship, beating Gian van Veen 6-1.In Tech: (7:12) The AI overlords have decided that it'd be a good idea to have AI remember everything in perpetuity, which is not just overreach on a data level, but is wrong on an existential level. (Article By Amy Chivavibul)In the first of two Life segments: (23:09) There are trials going down where charities are giving the homeless money to see how it impacts their lives. So far, it has been nothing but positive results. (Article By Liam Geraghty)In Music: (31:39) I really though 6-7 was just a dumb meme that came out of nowhere. But of course the truth of its origins is rooted in Black death... (Article By Andre Gee)Lastly, in the 2nd Life segment: (45:09) Millennial women in America have resigned themselves from the constant mountain climb that is owning a house. With that embraced, they instead use that financial freedom to upgrade themselves. (Article By Hannah Orenstein)Thank you for listening! If you want to contribute to the show, whether it be sending me questions or voicing your opinion in any way, peep the contact links below and I'll respond accordingly. Let me know "What's Good?"Rate & ReviewE-Mail: the5thelelmentpub@gmail.comTwitter & IG: @The5thElementUKWebsite: https://the5thelement.co.ukPhotography: https://www.crt.photographyIntro Music - "Too Much" By VanillaInterlude - "Charismatic" By NappyHighChillHop MusicOther Podcasts Under The 5EPN:Diggin' In The Digits5EPN RadioBlack Women Watch...In Search of SauceThe Beauty Of Independence

Welcome WG to 30 Questions! For this one we have Producer NappyHigh once again for a fresh set of 30 Questions, the first person to take it twice.NappyHigh's 3rd Interview1st Interview2nd InterviewNappyHigh's 1st "30 Questions"Thank you for listening! If you want to contribute to the show, whether it be sending me questions or voicing your opinion in any way, peep the contact links below and I'll respond accordingly. Let me know "What's Good?"Rate & ReviewE-Mail: the5thelelmentpub@gmail.comTwitter: @The5thElementUKWebsite: https://medium.com/@the5thelementIntro Music - "Together" By PabzzzChillHop MusicOther Podcasts Under The 5EPN:Diggin' In The Digits5EPN RadioBlack Women Watch...In Search of SauceThe Beauty Of Independence

Welcome WG to 30 Questions! For this one we have R&B artist Kairos The Writer back on to answer 30 Questions.Kairos The Writer InterviewThank you for listening! If you want to contribute to the show, whether it be sending me questions or voicing your opinion in any way, peep the contact links below and I'll respond accordingly. Let me know "What's Good?"Rate & ReviewE-Mail: the5thelelmentpub@gmail.comTwitter: @The5thElementUKWebsite: https://medium.com/@the5thelementIntro Music - "Together" By PabzzzChillHop MusicOther Podcasts Under The 5EPN:Diggin' In The Digits5EPN RadioBlack Women Watch...In Search of SauceThe Beauty Of Independence

Welcome WG to 30 Questions! For this one we have singer/songwriter Marquise Fair back on for one of the longest 30Qs so far. Marquise Fair interview. Thank you for listening! If you want to contribute to the show, whether it be sending me questions or voicing your opinion in any way, peep the contact links below and I'll respond accordingly. Let me know "What's Good?"Rate & ReviewE-Mail: the5thelelmentpub@gmail.comTwitter: @The5thElementUKWebsite: https://medium.com/@the5thelementIntro Music - "Together" By PabzzzChillHop MusicOther Podcasts Under The 5EPN:Diggin' In The Digits5EPN RadioBlack Women Watch...In Search of SauceThe Beauty Of Independence

Welcome WG listeners to a Long Read! For this one we head to Truly Adventurous for "The Richest Black Girl In America" By Lauren N. Henley. This story - which can easily be a film - follows 11 year old Sarah Rector who becomes wealthy after a seemingly worthless piece of land given to her just so happened to produce an obscene amount of oil. Thank you for listening! If you want to contribute to the show, whether it be sending me questions or voicing your opinion in any way, peep the contact links below and I'll respond accordingly. Let me know "What's Good?"Rate & ReviewE-Mail: the5thelelmentpub@gmail.comTwitter: @The5thElementUKWebsite: https://medium.com/@the5thelementPhotography: https://www.crt.photographyIntro Music - "Sometimesoon" By TeskChillHop MusicOther Podcasts Under The 5EPN:Diggin' In The Digits5EPN RadioBlack Women Watch...In Search of SauceThe Beauty Of Independence

Welcome WG listeners to a Long Read! For this one we head to The Guardian for "‘The jobless should lead the attack': a radical Jamaican journalist in 1920s London" By Yvonne Singh. The piece tells the story of Claude McKay, a Jamaican poet at heart who came to the UK in the midst of the US' "Red Summer" and became one of the most noted Black Journalists in the world at that time.Thank you for listening! If you want to contribute to the show, whether it be sending me questions or voicing your opinion in any way, peep the contact links below and I'll respond accordingly. Let me know "What's Good?"Rate & ReviewE-Mail: the5thelelmentpub@gmail.comTwitter: @The5thElementUKWebsite: https://medium.com/@the5thelementPhotography: https://www.crt.photographyIntro Music - "Sometimesoon" By TeskChillHop MusicOther Podcasts Under The 5EPN:Diggin' In The Digits5EPN RadioBlack Women Watch...In Search of SauceThe Beauty Of Independence

Friend of 5E Ovie Okenarhe comes back through to answer 30 Questions!Spin Ovie's interview here.Thank you for listening! If you want to contribute to the show, whether it be sending me questions or voicing your opinion in any way, peep the contact links below and I'll respond accordingly. Let me know "What's Good?"Rate & ReviewE-Mail: the5thelelmentpub@gmail.comTwitter: @The5thElementUKWebsite: https://medium.com/@the5thelementIntro Music - "Together" By PabzzzChillHop MusicOther Podcasts Under The 5EPN:Diggin' In The Digits5EPN RadioBlack Women Watch...In Search of SauceThe Beauty Of Independence

Another interview for you to step to! For this one, I got an exclusive look at a new book that charts - aptly through its title - "When Rock Met Hip-Hop" and got to talk to the author who deftly gives a great timeline of Rock meshing with Hip-Hop, through the voices of the people that were in the studios. I talk to writer, author and filmmaker Steven Blush about his beginnings, his music taste; how he got into writing, the new book, (dropping February 5th next year) the two books that precede this one and of course his Top 5.Thank you for listening! If you want to contribute to the show, whether it be sending me questions or voicing your opinion in any way, peep the contact links below and I'll respond accordingly. Let me know "What's Good?"Rate & ReviewE-Mail: the5thelelmentpub@gmail.comTwitter & IG: @The5thElementUKWebsite: https://the5thelement.co.ukPhotography: https://www.crt.photographyIntro Music - "Baxter" By Brock BerriganInterlude - "The Waiting Game" By Brock BerriganChillHop MusicOther Podcasts Under The 5EPN:Diggin' In The Digits5EPN RadioBlack Women Watch...In Search of SauceThe Beauty Of Independence

Welcome WG listeners, to a Long Read! For this one, we head to The New Statesman for "Abolish The Monarchy" written by Will Lloyd. In this aptly titled essay, Lloyd charts the concept of Windsorism and how the supposed positives that The Royal Family bestow upon us are not built on solid foundations.Thank you for listening! If you want to contribute to the show, whether it be sending me questions or voicing your opinion in any way, peep the contact links below and I'll respond accordingly. Let me know "What's Good?"Rate & ReviewE-Mail: the5thelelmentpub@gmail.comTwitter: @The5thElementUKWebsite: https://medium.com/@the5thelementPhotography: https://www.crt.photographyIntro Music - "Sometimesoon" By TeskChillHop MusicOther Podcasts Under The 5EPN:Diggin' In The Digits5EPN RadioBlack Women Watch...In Search of SauceThe Beauty Of Independence

Another interview for you to step to! For this one we catch up with one of my favourite producers for a WG record 3rd time! You'd think I'd know that! But I didn't, which is why I encased this interview with the thought that this was our 2nd catch up episode! Regardless, we get into many subjects from the LA Fires early in the year, his music evolution; GTA: Vice City, creative philosophy and of course, his Top 5.1st Interview2nd InterviewNappyHigh's "30 Questions"Thank you for listening! If you want to contribute to the show, whether it be sending me questions or voicing your opinion in any way, peep the contact links below and I'll respond accordingly. Let me know "What's Good?"Rate & ReviewE-Mail: the5thelelmentpub@gmail.comTwitter & IG: @The5thElementUKWebsite: https://the5thelement.co.ukPhotography: https://www.crt.photographyIntro Music - "Baxter" By Brock BerriganInterlude - "WhatNow (Rough Mix)" By NappyHighChillHop MusicOther Podcasts Under The 5EPN:Diggin' In The Digits5EPN RadioBlack Women Watch...In Search of SauceThe Beauty Of Independence

Welcome WG listeners to a Long Read! For this one we head to Current Affairs for "Jay-Z and the Pitfalls of Black Capitalism" written by Yannick Giovanni Marshall. This chunky read is one of the best and most poetic critiques of Black Capitalism, through the lens of Jay-Z and his rise from "Hustler" to Black Capitalist.Thank you for listening! If you want to contribute to the show, whether it be sending me questions or voicing your opinion in any way, peep the contact links below and I'll respond accordingly. Let me know "What's Good?"Rate & ReviewE-Mail: the5thelelmentpub@gmail.comTwitter: @The5thElementUKWebsite: https://medium.com/@the5thelementPhotography: https://www.crt.photographyIntro Music - "Sometimesoon" By TeskChillHop MusicOther Podcasts Under The 5EPN:Diggin' In The Digits5EPN RadioBlack Women Watch...In Search of SauceThe Beauty Of Independence

In a week where:Singer D4vd identified as suspect in death of 15-year-old girl found dead in vehicle he owned.Fugees rapper Pras sentenced to 14 years in prison over 1MDB Scandal.Trump Meets Mamdani.Former Reform in Wales leader Nathan Gill jailed for pro-Russian bribery.Israel has killed 339 Palestinians in nearly 500 ceasefire violations since last month's truce took effect.In the 1st of two Politics segments: (8:54) A surface-area look into the asylum reforms that took place last week. (Article By Iain Watson)In the 2nd Politics segment: (22:11) Commentary on said asylum reform and how heartless UK politics is getting at this point. (Article By Kevin Ovenden)In the 1st of two Life segment: (34:02) It's official. Fuck Pharrell. I've not been a fan for years but his recent tone deaf comments last week was the final straw for me and hopefully a lot of others. (Article By Louis Pisano) In the 2nd Life segment: (45:03) Is Black British Identity in crisis? It seems that we hang everything on whatever our prevailing youth culture is and never evolving past that. What are the pitfalls of never "growing up"? (Article By Tianna, The Writer) Thank you for listening! If you want to contribute to the show, whether it be sending me questions or voicing your opinion in any way, peep the contact links below and I'll respond accordingly. Let me know "What's Good?"Rate & ReviewE-Mail: the5thelelmentpub@gmail.comTwitter & IG: @The5thElementUKWebsite: https://the5thelement.co.ukPhotography: https://www.crt.photographyIntro Music - "Too Much" By VanillaInterlude - "Charismatic" By NappyHighChillHop MusicOther Podcasts Under The 5EPN:Diggin' In The Digits5EPN RadioBlack Women Watch...In Search of SauceThe Beauty Of Independence

In a week where:Tory Lite map out plans for Immigration reform.A copper mine bridge in DRC collapses, killing 32.Anthony Joshua will fight Jake Paul in December.Trump backs vote to release The Epstein Files after more emails are released.Reselling tickets for profit will be outlawed in UK.In Life: (11:38) After Assata Shakur's death last month, I wanted to find a solid article about her life, struggles and the lessons she leaves all of us. After a bit of searching, I found one. (Article By Destiny Washington)In Society: (30:29) There has been a myth spread about the events preceding Windrush that the UK Government at the time asked members of the Commonwealth to come over. Turns out they never wanted us. (Article By Arthur Torrington & Bill Hern)In Music: (42:20) BBC jam their foot in their mouths again, gassing up an AI song for their platform built for upcoming artists when they easily could have not done that. (Article By Nick Reilly)Lastly, in Sports: (52:44) What happens when a shoe with your name on it comes out but you aren't in the best place to market it? Enter the litany of NBA players currently injured but have shoes to hock. (Article By Ian Stonebrook)Thank you for listening! If you want to contribute to the show, whether it be sending me questions or voicing your opinion in any way, peep the contact links below and I'll respond accordingly. Let me know "What's Good?"Rate & ReviewE-Mail: the5thelelmentpub@gmail.comTwitter & IG: @The5thElementUKWebsite: https://the5thelement.co.ukPhotography: https://www.crt.photographyIntro Music - "Too Much" By VanillaInterlude - "Charismatic" By NappyHighChillHop MusicOther Podcasts Under The 5EPN:Diggin' In The Digits5EPN RadioBlack Women Watch...In Search of SauceThe Beauty Of Independence

In a week where:Zohran Mamdani wins the NYC Mayoral race.Tesla shareholders agree to give Elon Musk a $1T pay package.ITV are in talks with Sky over a £1.6B sale.Former French president Nicolas Sarkozy to be released from prison.COP30 in Brazil begins.In Politics: (15:08) That's MAYOR Mamdani to you! After Zohran Mamdani's NYC Mayor win, what does this mean in for the prospect of a true Left growing in the US and across the world? (Article By Michael Kinnucan)In Society: (25:44) The Moroccan government are arresting their young people after the zenith of the "Gen Z 212" movement, sending many families into a state of fear for their children. (Article By Imane Bellamine)In Media: (39:36) The BBC was used as a political tool for the Tories when they were in power. Now - after all that capitulating - the right is turning the screw onto The Beeb. Good luck getting Kier Starmer to fix it. (Article By Adam Bienkov)Lastly, In Music: (52:37) A little retrospective on 90s R&B, how it changed the game and what Contemporary R&B has built on the foundation the 90s built. (Article By Yannise Jean)Thank you for listening! If you want to contribute to the show, whether it be sending me questions or voicing your opinion in any way, peep the contact links below and I'll respond accordingly. Let me know "What's Good?"Rate & ReviewE-Mail: the5thelelmentpub@gmail.comTwitter & IG: @The5thElementUKWebsite: https://the5thelement.co.ukPhotography: https://www.crt.photographyIntro Music - "Too Much" By VanillaInterlude - "Charismatic" By NappyHighChillHop MusicOther Podcasts Under The 5EPN:Diggin' In The Digits5EPN RadioBlack Women Watch...In Search of SauceThe Beauty Of Independence

In a week where:Trump tells The Pentagon to resume nuclear testing after 30+ years.LA Dodgers retain the World Series after Game 7 win over the Toronto Blue Jays.The Grand Egyptian Museum reopens.Drinking water is two weeks away from running out in Tehran, Iran.Online porn showing choking to be made illegal in the UK.In Environment: (6:30) Hurricane Melissa has come and gone, ripping through Jamaica, The Bahamas & Cuba. But the sheer strength of it begs the question why do we just see it as natural disasters and not induced by the business decisions made by oil companies. (Article By Mikaela Loach)In the 1st Society segment: (20:15) Up and down the UK, flags have been raised out of patriotic fervour. But who are these people spearheading the movement? The answer will not shock you. (Article By Jack Walton)In the 2nd Society segment: (39:04) Prince Andrew is now just Andrew. And now that he doesn't have the Royal Family to back him, stories are suddenly coming out about his abuse of power & status. (Article By Dennis Altman)Lastly, in Media: (55:00) There's been a way of thinking that I've held for years but I could never quite vocalise properly. Until I found The Vernon Philosophy of Black Media Avoidance. (Article By Dr. Jared Ball)Thank you for listening! If you want to contribute to the show, whether it be sending me questions or voicing your opinion in any way, peep the contact links below and I'll respond accordingly. Let me know "What's Good?"Rate & ReviewE-Mail: the5thelelmentpub@gmail.comTwitter & IG: @The5thElementUKWebsite: https://the5thelement.co.ukPhotography: https://www.crt.photographyIntro Music - "Too Much" By VanillaInterlude - "Charismatic" By NappyHighChillHop MusicOther Podcasts Under The 5EPN:Diggin' In The Digits5EPN RadioBlack Women Watch...In Search of SauceThe Beauty Of Independence

In a week where:Portland Trail Blazers coach Chauncey Billups and Miami Heat guard Terry Rozier are among over 30 people arrested as part of two multimillion-dollar gambling schemes.Left-wing Catherine Connolly wins Ireland presidential election by a landslide.Two men are arrested in suspicion of carrying out The Louvre Heist.Rapper Ghetts is charged with causing death by dangerous driving.UN Head says humanity has missed 1.5C climate target.In the 1st of two Society segments: (7:04) I found another African story in my hunt for more of them. For this one: The exodus of Tigray (Article By Zeywegih Leyti)In the 2nd Society segment: (20:05) To Morocco where their Gen-Z citizens are organising in the same way as their peers in Nepal & Madagascar to demand improvements on Healthcare & Education instead of spending billions on football stadiums. (Article By Omar Kabbadj)In Sports: (35:25) Sports Gambling in the US has only been legal for 10 years, and yet their entire sports ecosystem is completely at the mercy of gambling platforms. How did it all go to shit so quick? (Article By Joon Lee)Lastly, In Crime: (56:55) Let's have a laugh at how stereotypically French The Louvre Heist was! (Article By Caity Weaver)Thank you for listening! If you want to contribute to the show, whether it be sending me questions or voicing your opinion in any way, peep the contact links below and I'll respond accordingly. Let me know "What's Good?"Rate & ReviewE-Mail: the5thelelmentpub@gmail.comTwitter & IG: @The5thElementUKWebsite: https://the5thelement.co.ukPhotography: https://www.crt.photographyIntro Music - "Too Much" By VanillaInterlude - "Charismatic" By NappyHighChillHop MusicOther Podcasts Under The 5EPN:Diggin' In The Digits5EPN RadioBlack Women Watch...In Search of SauceThe Beauty Of Independence

In a week where:New York GOP disbands Young Republicans over controversial messages.Prince Andrew relinquishes royal titles and honors amid Epstein accusations.OpenAI blocks MLK Jr. deepfakes on Sora 2.The Louvre gets robbed.Sanae Takaichi is sworn in as Japan's first ever female PM.In War: (6:41) An overview of what is going down in Sudan and the Congo and how extractivism is at the heart of it all. (Excerpt featuring Hamad of Sufda & Jordi of Génération Lumière)In Society: (21:03) The Gisele Pelicot trial was appealed by one of the 51 convicted men and unlike the noted lack of a citizen jury in the initial trial, this one did and exemplified why it's necessary. (Article By Diane De Vignemont)In Environment: (36:18) The war in Ukraine along with many other atrocities around the world are threatening to create a true global food crisis and with Global Heating firmly in the background, it's looking bleak for agriculture in the places that really matter. (Article By Darcie Imbert)Lastly, in Life: (55:12) Black cosplayers are making themselves known after a decade of "geek culture" becoming mainstream, introducing an interesting wrinkle into manifesting Afrofuturism. (Article By Jameel Raeburn)Thank you for listening! If you want to contribute to the show, whether it be sending me questions or voicing your opinion in any way, peep the contact links below and I'll respond accordingly. Let me know "What's Good?"Rate & ReviewE-Mail: the5thelelmentpub@gmail.comTwitter & IG: @The5thElementUKWebsite: https://the5thelement.co.ukPhotography: https://www.crt.photographyIntro Music - "Too Much" By VanillaInterlude - "Charismatic" By NappyHighChillHop MusicOther Podcasts Under The 5EPN:Diggin' In The Digits5EPN RadioBlack Women Watch...In Search of SauceThe Beauty Of Independence

In a week where:Tim Westwood is charged with four counts of rape.A Gaza-Israeli ceasefire & hostage deal is approved.Drake's lawsuit against Universal Music Group is dismissed.Diane Keaton, Oscar-winning actor, dies aged 79.Afghanistan & Pakistan get into conflict.In Life: (9:34) As the ceasefire is already breached by Israel, we look to a story about stories and how they'll always live on even if they kill all the storytellers. (Excerpt By Huda Fakhreddine)In Environment: (27:24) If you wanted another atrocity that you know scarily little about, then let me tell you what British companies like BP & Unilever are doing in West Papua! (Article By Samira Homerang Saunders & David Whyte)In Music: (37:00) As I continue to hate on Chris Brown, it has come to my attention that - at this point - I might be in the minority, even if my stance is valid. (Article By Craig Jenkins)Lastly, in Culture: (55:12) Tate Modern is hosting a fresh look at Nigerian Modernism and the paths Nigerian artists have taken in response to life pre & post-colonialism (Article By Jason Okundaye)Thank you for listening! If you want to contribute to the show, whether it be sending me questions or voicing your opinion in any way, peep the contact links below and I'll respond accordingly. Let me know "What's Good?"Rate & ReviewE-Mail: the5thelelmentpub@gmail.comTwitter & IG: @The5thElementUKWebsite: https://the5thelement.co.ukPhotography: https://www.crt.photographyIntro Music - "Too Much" By VanillaInterlude - "Charismatic" By NappyHighChillHop MusicOther Podcasts Under The 5EPN:Diggin' In The Digits5EPN RadioBlack Women Watch...In Search of SauceThe Beauty Of Independence

Another WG interview for you to step to! This time, friend of the show - Music Journalist Miki Hellerbach - links me with fellow Baltimorean, rapper John Wells off the back of his new EP "I don't wanna die (Pt. 1)". We get into his beginnings, all things Baltimore; his autobiographical style and of course his Top 5.I recommend that you also peep Miki's '23 piece with Wells which is heavily referenced in this interview.Thank you for listening! If you want to contribute to the show, whether it be sending me questions or voicing your opinion in any way, peep the contact links below and I'll respond accordingly. Let me know "What's Good?"Rate & ReviewE-Mail: the5thelelmentpub@gmail.comTwitter & IG: @The5thElementUKWebsite: https://the5thelement.co.ukPhotography: https://www.crt.photographyIntro Music - "Baxter" By Brock BerriganInterlude - "Trust" By B-SideChillHop MusicOther Podcasts Under The 5EPN:Diggin' In The Digits5EPN RadioBlack Women Watch...In Search of SauceThe Beauty Of Independence

In a week where:World-renowned Zoologist & conservationist Jane Good all dies aged 91.Israel intercept the Global Sumud Flotilla.UK government wins £122m pandemic case against Michelle Mone-linked firm over faulty PPE.“Peanuts” is 75 years old.France PM Sébastien Lecornu resigns after less than a month.In the 1st of two Tech segments: (16:35) I wanted to really sink my teeth into the Digital ID debate, so we're going to double dip, starting with Estonia, a place that has implemented it to reasonable success. (Article By Alex Hardy)Then, in the 2nd segment: (27:49) A negative slant, looking at how India has suffered from their implementation of Digital IDs. (Article By Aman Sethi)In the 1st of two Photography segments: (39:29) A look at the new Lee Miller exhibition, from the lens of her child that saw a very different side of her. (Article By Kat Lister)Lastly, in the 2nd Photography segment: (53:45) A look at the last exhibition I have been looking at for most of the year: Jennie Baptiste @ Somerset House. (Article By Dale Berning Sawa)Thank you for listening! If you want to contribute to the show, whether it be sending me questions or voicing your opinion in any way, peep the contact links below and I'll respond accordingly. Let me know "What's Good?"Rate & ReviewE-Mail: the5thelelmentpub@gmail.comTwitter & IG: @The5thElementUKWebsite: https://the5thelement.co.ukPhotography: https://www.crt.photographyIntro Music - "Too Much" By VanillaInterlude - "Charismatic" By NappyHighChillHop MusicOther Podcasts Under The 5EPN:Diggin' In The Digits5EPN RadioBlack Women Watch...In Search of SauceThe Beauty Of Independence

Another interview for you to step to! For this one we talk to upcoming Alt-R&B talent Kairos The Writer off the back of his latest EP release "AND STILL I LOVE". We get into his beginnings, the constant pendulum swing from singing to rapping; learning production and marketing and of course his Top 5.Thank you for listening! If you want to contribute to the show, whether it be sending me questions or voicing your opinion in any way, peep the contact links below and I'll respond accordingly. Let me know "What's Good?"Rate & ReviewE-Mail: the5thelelmentpub@gmail.comTwitter & IG: @The5thElementUKWebsite: https://the5thelement.co.ukPhotography: https://www.crt.photographyIntro Music - "Baxter" By Brock BerriganInterlude - "Remedy" By DezaulaitChillHop MusicOther Podcasts Under The 5EPN:Diggin' In The Digits5EPN RadioBlack Women Watch...In Search of SauceThe Beauty Of Independence

In a week where:Former French President Nicolas Sarkozy is sentenced to 5 years in prison for criminal conspiracy.Huntington's disease is successfully treated for first time.Keir Starmer announces plans for a compulsory digital ID system, with every UK adult to be issued a "Brit Card”.Terrorism case against Kneecap rapper Liam Óg Ó hAnnaidh is thrown out.Assata Shakur dies aged 78.In Gaming: (8:55) Something very sinister is going down in Egypt where teen gamers are getting caught up in the country's war against terrorism. (Article By Aminah Mohie El Din) In Tech: (18:45) Tech companies big and small are still tunnel visioned over the potential of what is colloquially known as AI. But there is a bubble and there's signs of bursting. (Article By Abe Asher)In Environment: (34:58) A little history lesson on plastic bottles and how Coca-Cola is responsible for our liberal use of them. (Article By Sabira Chaudhuri)Lastly, in Life: (48:03) If there's one thing many people can agree on, is that they hate their job. Let's talk about it. (Article By Charlotte Del Signore)Thank you for listening! If you want to contribute to the show, whether it be sending me questions or voicing your opinion in any way, peep the contact links below and I'll respond accordingly. Let me know "What's Good?"Rate & ReviewE-Mail: the5thelelmentpub@gmail.comTwitter & IG: @The5thElementUKWebsite: https://the5thelement.co.ukPhotography: https://www.crt.photographyIntro Music - "Too Much" By VanillaInterlude - "Charismatic" By NappyHighChillHop MusicOther Podcasts Under The 5EPN:Diggin' In The Digits5EPN RadioBlack Women Watch...In Search of SauceThe Beauty Of Independence

In a week where:ABC suspends "Jimmy Kimmel Live!" then brings it back after boycotts.Two-time Olympic medallist Fred Kerley becomes first track athlete to commit to Enhanced Games.Police search home of singer D4vd after decomposed remains of missing 15-year-old girl found inside his vehicle last week.UK, Canada, France & Australia officially recognise a Palestinian State.Trump throws toys out the pram at the UN General Assembly.In Politics: (9:05) For over a decade I've been a frequent follower of Journalist Ezra Klein, partly for his interviews & book "Why We're Polarized". But as the Far-Right becomes more prevalent, he's not meeting the moment as one of America's top liberal voices. (Article By Nathan J. Robinson)In Fashion: (32:16) You have probably heard of the term "Italian Leather" and the prestige it holds. But does it really come from Italy? Or does it actually come from Nigerian labourers. (Article By Temiloluwa Johnson) In Photography: (40:04) A new project examines veiled Islamic bodies from the lens of colonialism and one man's fixation with them. (Article By WePresent/Hoda Afshar)Lastly, in Food: (52:26) If you don't have a favourite brand of instant ramen, have you really lived? I had some recently and wanted to know its history. (Article By Garritt C. Van Dyk)Thank you for listening! If you want to contribute to the show, whether it be sending me questions or voicing your opinion in any way, peep the contact links below and I'll respond accordingly. Let me know "What's Good?"Rate & ReviewE-Mail: the5thelelmentpub@gmail.comTwitter & IG: @The5thElementUKWebsite: https://the5thelement.co.ukPhotography: https://www.crt.photographyIntro Music - "Too Much" By VanillaInterlude - "Charismatic" By NappyHighChillHop MusicOther Podcasts Under The 5EPN:Diggin' In The Digits5EPN RadioBlack Women Watch...In Search of SauceThe Beauty Of Independence

In a week where:Far-Right influencer Charlie Kirk is assassinated at a University event.UK Ambassador to the US Peter Mandelson is sacked for ties to Jeffrey Epstein.Bolsonaro is sentenced to 27 years for plotting military coup in Brazil.Terence Crawford beats Canelo Alvarez to become first male boxer to be undisputed world champion in three weight classes.Ricky Hatton, former boxing world champion, dies aged 46.In Geopolitics: (7:22) Imperialism is taking a new, more covert form as US hegemony fades away, and we can look to Africa for how this new Imperialism will look like. (Article By Caleb Oppong)In Sports: (24:47) The Los Angeles Clippers are in some hot water thanks to journalist Pablo Torre. But regardless of the fallout, this has really shown a bad light on the state of US Journalism. (Article By Peter Bloom)  In Gaming: (42:32) Nintendo have really put in the effort to be the absolute worst and now a new patent in America has let us know how restrictive they truly want to be. (Article By Lincoln Carpenter) Lastly, in Photography: (54:08) We go back in time to the Victorian era for a story about a woman who changed Photography forever. (Article By Sarah Cascone) Thank you for listening! If you want to contribute to the show, whether it be sending me questions or voicing your opinion in any way, peep the contact links below and I'll respond accordingly. Let me know "What's Good?"Rate & ReviewE-Mail: the5thelelmentpub@gmail.comTwitter & IG: @The5thElementUKWebsite: https://the5thelement.co.ukPhotography: https://www.crt.photographyIntro Music - "Too Much" By VanillaInterlude - "Charismatic" By NappyHighChillHop MusicOther Podcasts Under The 5EPN:Diggin' In The Digits5EPN RadioBlack Women Watch...In Search of SauceThe Beauty Of Independence

In a week where:Scientists discover ordinary ice generates electricity.The Swiss drop open-source LLM Apertus.Google gets $45m to spread Israeli propaganda worldwide.Fashion designer Giorgio Armani dies aged 91.Angela Rayner resigns as Deputy PM & Housing, Communities & Local Government Minister.In the 1st of three Politics segments: (8:16)The wait for the official reveal of the Corbyn-Sultana led "Your Party" continues but the wish list from people on the Left is already being vocalised. One aspect being their methods of communication. (Article By Lewis Bassett)In the 2nd Politics segment: (23:01) Zack Polanski is the new leader of the Green Party and is already starting to cook harder than any Green leader. But how can they turn increased exposure into votes? (Article By Kevin Crane)In the 3rd Politics segment: (42:49) France is going into political limbo once again with another PM getting a vote of No Confidence. They narrowly avoided a Far-Right premiership last time, can it be done again? (Article By Angelique Chrisafis)Lastly, in Environment: (56:15) If you don't have IKEA furniture in your home, you definitely know someone who does. Like with everything, there's a climate cost when copping IKEA but the cost doesn't just stop at the climate... (Article By Maia Wikler)Thank you for listening! If you want to contribute to the show, whether it be sending me questions or voicing your opinion in any way, peep the contact links below and I'll respond accordingly. Let me know "What's Good?"Rate & ReviewE-Mail: the5thelelmentpub@gmail.comTwitter & IG: @The5thElementUKWebsite: https://the5thelement.co.ukPhotography: https://www.crt.photographyIntro Music - "Too Much" By VanillaInterlude - "Charismatic" By NappyHighChillHop MusicOther Podcasts Under The 5EPN:Diggin' In The Digits5EPN RadioBlack Women Watch...In Search of SauceThe Beauty Of Independence

In a week where:Israeli strikes on Gaza hospital kill at least 20 people, including five journalists.Australian PM Anthony Albanese accuses Iran of directing antisemitic arson attacks in Australia.Portuguese President Marcelo Rebelo de Sousa calls Trump a “Russian Agent”.Denmark has accused US agents of trying to foment separatism in Greenland.At least 800 die & thousands injured after a 6.0 magnitude earthquake struck eastern Afghanistan.In the 1st of two Politics segments: (7:16) Octavia Butler's work remains eerily prescient in modern America to the point of clairvoyance. Futurists see her work and especially her work ethic as a guide for how to see the current climate. (Article By Anna Merlan)In the 2nd Politics segment: (23:35) It has been 20 years since Hurricane Katrina pummelled New Orleans. 20 years on, the ripple effects are still there through racist & classist domestic policy. (Article By Current Affairs)In Life: (38:48) Cocaine is as popular as it has ever been, but the makings of the illicit powder is leading to catastrophic ecological damage in S. America. Could legalising it help the likes of Peru, Brazil & Bolivia make strides in saving their local environment? (Article By Mattha Busby)Lastly, in Photography: (56:38) A look at an exhibition in Luxembourg with a fascinating past and an even more fascinating concept. (Article By Peter Dench)Thank you for listening! If you want to contribute to the show, whether it be sending me questions or voicing your opinion in any way, peep the contact links below and I'll respond accordingly. Let me know "What's Good?"Rate & ReviewE-Mail: the5thelelmentpub@gmail.comTwitter & IG: @The5thElementUKWebsite: https://the5thelement.co.ukPhotography: https://www.crt.photographyIntro Music - "Too Much" By VanillaInterlude - "Charismatic" By NappyHighChillHop MusicOther Podcasts Under The 5EPN:Diggin' In The Digits5EPN RadioBlack Women Watch...In Search of SauceThe Beauty Of Independence

Another interview for you to step to! For this truly special conversation, we talk to Jazztronica multi-instrumentalist and Hip-Hop fan Anna Stubbs, AKA Kinzoogianna ahead of her album "The Clique Of '86" dropping 12th September. This nearly 90 minute conversation spans from her beginnings, living in California; being exposed to music early on and never looking back; taking Jazz in University; her career up to this point, all the way to her Top 5 and chatting Hip-Hop long after that.Thank you for listening! If you want to contribute to the show, whether it be sending me questions or voicing your opinion in any way, peep the contact links below and I'll respond accordingly. Let me know "What's Good?"Rate & ReviewE-Mail: the5thelelmentpub@gmail.comTwitter & IG: @The5thElementUKWebsite: https://the5thelement.co.ukPhotography: https://www.crt.photographyIntro Music - "Baxter" By Brock BerriganInterlude - "perenne" By Juan RIOSChillHop MusicOther Podcasts Under The 5EPN:Diggin' In The Digits5EPN RadioBlack Women Watch...In Search of SauceThe Beauty Of Independence

Another interview for you to step to! For this one we talk to Singer/Songwriter Marquise Fair in anticipation of his sophomore album "BETTER WORLD", dropping September 3rd. We talk his beginnings, how his environment has affected him, being Black in America; his eclectic style and of course his Top 5.Thank you for listening! If you want to contribute to the show, whether it be sending me questions or voicing your opinion in any way, peep the contact links below and I'll respond accordingly. Let me know "What's Good?"Rate & ReviewE-Mail: the5thelelmentpub@gmail.comTwitter & IG: @The5thElementUKWebsite: https://the5thelement.co.ukPhotography: https://www.crt.photographyIntro Music - "Baxter" By Brock BerriganInterlude - "Awake" By B-SideChillHop MusicOther Podcasts Under The 5EPN:Diggin' In The Digits5EPN RadioBlack Women Watch...In Search of SauceThe Beauty Of Independence

In a week where:Perplexity offers to buy Google's Chrome browser for $34.5 billion.Trump & Putin meet in Alaska for peace talks.Sean Kingston is sentenced to 3.5 years for fraud.Volodymyr Zelenskyy & European leaders visit Trump.Israelis engage in nationwide protests, calling for government to secure ceasefire, return hostages.In the 1st of three Life segments: (8:34) Israel is nearing "Final Solution" territory. But not before The West makes a few more empty threats. (Article By Jonathan Cook)In the 2nd Life segment: (28:22) Zambia have struck gold! But as with everything, it's not all celebratory... (Article By Pamela Kapekele)In Tech: (38:27) The Gulf States want in on the AI boom, but there's only one problem: Where are they getting the water to cool servers? (Article By Divsha Bhat)Lastly, in the third Life segment: (50:35) We're in a great moment in irony. As Trans people get pilloried for existing and women get ridiculed for their plastic surgery, it turns out that men have never before invested in plastic surgery as much as right now. (Article By Olivia Goldhill)Thank you for listening! If you want to contribute to the show, whether it be sending me questions or voicing your opinion in any way, peep the contact links below and I'll respond accordingly. Let me know "What's Good?"Rate & ReviewE-Mail: the5thelelmentpub@gmail.comTwitter & IG: @The5thElementUKWebsite: https://the5thelement.co.ukPhotography: https://www.crt.photographyIntro Music - "Too Much" By VanillaInterlude - "Charismatic" By NappyHighChillHop MusicOther Podcasts Under The 5EPN:Diggin' In The Digits5EPN RadioBlack Women Watch...In Search of SauceThe Beauty Of Independence

A #FriendOf5E comes through for his WG debut! Associate Professor of History at Trinity Washington University Dr. Joshua K. Wright comes through off the back of his appearance on "Diggin' In The Digits" in November '22 to plug his new book "The NBA's Global Empire: How the League Became an International Powerhouse".We get into his beginnings, his journey in Academia; his love of Basketball, the challenges of making a Sports book that's not a Biography and, of course, his Top 5.Thank you for listening! If you want to contribute to the show, whether it be sending me questions or voicing your opinion in any way, peep the contact links below and I'll respond accordingly. Let me know "What's Good?"Rate & ReviewE-Mail: the5thelelmentpub@gmail.comTwitter & IG: @The5thElementUKWebsite: https://the5thelement.co.ukPhotography: https://www.crt.photographyIntro Music - "Baxter" By Brock BerriganInterlude - "If I Tried" By BirocraticChillHop MusicOther Podcasts Under The 5EPN:Diggin' In The Digits5EPN RadioBlack Women Watch...In Search of SauceThe Beauty Of Independence

In a week where:Tsunami warnings ring across Pacific after a 8.8 magnitude earthquake off Russia's coast.Cherry Vann becomes UK's first female archbishop after election in Wales.Palestine Action co-founder wins permission to challenge terror ban.Tommy Robinson is arrested over alleged assault at London station.UK will begin implementing migrant returns deal with France.In Politics: (12:02) Kier Starmer recently held the purely symbolic Palestinian recognition over Israel's head as if that will do anything. Along with quelling protests left and right, Starmer is operating as more morally corrupt than the Tories. (Article By Kevin Ovenden)In the 1st of three Tech segments: (24:27) Continuing coverage of the dogshit Online Safety Act, let's look at some of the companies that are facilitating the age verification systems. (Article By Matt Gallagher)In the 2nd Tech segment: (39:05) Meta continues to negatively influence other countries around the world, this time introducing AI to rural Colombia which in turn has led to students failing in their education. (Article By Laura Rodriguez Salamanca)Lastly, in the 3rd Tech segment: (49:20) A broader look into how technology is affecting us, engineering a collective amnesia that grows every time we're on the internet. (Article By Gurwinder Bhogal)Thank you for listening! If you want to contribute to the show, whether it be sending me questions or voicing your opinion in any way, peep the contact links below and I'll respond accordingly. Let me know "What's Good?"Rate & ReviewE-Mail: the5thelelmentpub@gmail.comTwitter & IG: @The5thElementUKWebsite: https://the5thelement.co.ukPhotography: https://www.crt.photographyIntro Music - "Too Much" By VanillaInterlude - "Charismatic" By NappyHighChillHop MusicOther Podcasts Under The 5EPN:Diggin' In The Digits5EPN RadioBlack Women Watch...In Search of SauceThe Beauty Of Independence

In a week where:Hulk Hogan dies aged 71.Jazz legends Chuck Mangione & Dame Cleo Laine die aged 84 & 97 respectively.ESPN to purchase NFL Network and RedZone for a reported $2B.Actor Michael Ward is charged with rape.The US DoJ mull over giving Ghislaine Maxwell “Limited Immunity”.In Politics: (14:15) As people continue to get arrested for protesting and vocalising the wrongful nature of Palestine Action being deemed a terrorist organisation, it's worth charting how we've gotten to this point. (Article By Rivkah Brown & Simon Childs)In Tech: (38:47) The UK Government take yet another L by actually going through with restrictive age verification system that can be easily bypassed by even the least tech-savvy minor. (Article By Jess Weatherbed) In the 1st of two Life segments: (52:39) The old adage "The pen is mightier than the sword" is always something that people don't really take in properly, so how can a pen be the best weapon? (Article By Nathan J. Robinson)Lastly, in the 2nd Life segment: (1:03:56) A look into the enduring impact of Rastafari in Britain. (Article By Sinai Fleary)Thank you for listening! If you want to contribute to the show, whether it be sending me questions or voicing your opinion in any way, peep the contact links below and I'll respond accordingly. Let me know "What's Good?"Rate & ReviewE-Mail: the5thelelmentpub@gmail.comTwitter & IG: @The5thElementUKWebsite: https://the5thelement.co.ukPhotography: https://www.crt.photographyIntro Music - "Too Much" By VanillaInterlude - "Charismatic" By NappyHighChillHop MusicOther Podcasts Under The 5EPN:Diggin' In The Digits5EPN RadioBlack Women Watch...In Search of SauceThe Beauty Of Independence

In a week where:Trump sues The Wall Street Journal over an article implicating him with Jeffrey Epstein.Red Tories suspend Diane Abbott over rehashing her “levels to racism” comments.Israel bombs Syria's Ministry of Defence.Government launches Orgreave inquiry, 40 years after clashes at miners' strike.Actor Malcolm-Jamal Warner Dies aged 54 by accidental drowning.In Politics: (7:16) In a crazy irony, the Red Tories have launched an inquiry into gov't/police abuse during a time of protest 40 years ago... As they're literally doing something similar today! (Article By Albert Toth) In Society: (21:28) The mass displacement is Sudan has slowed for the first time in years. But what the people will find is a country unrecognisable where the old ways of life won't cut it. (Article By Tahany Maalla)In Sport: (37:17) Women's Football is getting more popular year on year, the growth is undeniable. One key aspect for it on all levels is creating an cultivating an inclusive & inviting culture, on and off the pitch. (Article By Gem Fletcher)Lastly, In Culture: (52:07) So apparently everyone is bitching about Gen-Z (1997-2012) and their so called "Gen-Z Stare"? I wanted to find out what was going on. I kind of regretted it. (Article By Alex Abad-Santos)Thank you for listening! If you want to contribute to the show, whether it be sending me questions or voicing your opinion in any way, peep the contact links below and I'll respond accordingly. Let me know "What's Good?"Rate & ReviewE-Mail: the5thelelmentpub@gmail.comTwitter & IG: @The5thElementUKWebsite: https://the5thelement.co.ukPhotography: https://www.crt.photographyIntro Music - "Too Much" By VanillaInterlude - "Charismatic" By NappyHighChillHop MusicOther Podcasts Under The 5EPN:Diggin' In The Digits5EPN RadioBlack Women Watch...In Search of SauceThe Beauty Of Independence

In a week where:France & UK agree to "one in, one out” migration deal.A small plane fireballs in Southend Airport, killing four people.Iga Swiatek & Janik Sinner win their 1st Wimbledon Singles titles.Chelsea thrash PSG to win the Club World Cup.Reddit is rolling out age verification in the UK.In TV: (6:56) It has been well documented that the BBC has been poorly run for at least the past decade. Well, when you hear the word "Outsourcing" for a State-Run Media company, you know it's on life support. (Article By Michael Savage)In Sports: (19:11) Whilst I'd love to gass about how Chelsea are World Champions and will be so for the next four years, FIFA been going extra dirty with the recent Club World Cup. (Article By Dave Zirin & Jules Boykoff)In Film: (31:09) With Hollywood continuing down this depressing road of reboots & remakes, I wanted to revisit the topic and mull over what is next for the Film industry at large. (Spoiler Alert: Burn it down) (Article By Catherine Shoard)Lastly, in Music: (54:00) Hip-Hop's global reach continues! And this episode's example comes from Bangladesh who are reshaping their domestic politics one bar (& meme) at a time. (Article By Masum Billah)Thank you for listening! If you want to contribute to the show, whether it be sending me questions or voicing your opinion in any way, peep the contact links below and I'll respond accordingly. Let me know "What's Good?"Rate & ReviewE-Mail: the5thelelmentpub@gmail.comTwitter & IG: @The5thElementUKWebsite: https://the5thelement.co.ukPhotography: https://www.crt.photographyIntro Music - "Too Much" By VanillaInterlude - "Charismatic" By NappyHighChillHop MusicOther Podcasts Under The 5EPN:Diggin' In The Digits5EPN RadioBlack Women Watch...In Search of SauceThe Beauty Of Independence

In a week where:Sean Combs is found guilty of two of five counts; maximum sentence is 20 years.Liverpool's Diogo Jota & brother Andre die in a car crash.Actor Michael Madsen - frequent Tarantino collaborator - dies aged 67.MPs Jeremy Corbyn & Zarah Sultana announce intention to form a new party.The US Government says there's nothing to see here with Jeffrey Epstein.In the 1st of two Life segments - (9:29) With everything going on, it is always worth thinking, always worth knowing, that a lot of the ills we see on the daily, is the system working as it should. (Article By Jwan Zreiq) In Education - (23:04) It's always fascinating getting a look at how China do things and Education is one that has always been done differently. Their students are already beating AI detectors already! (Article By Peiyue Wu) In the 2nd Life segment - (33:03) The odyssey that is "Akon City" is finally getting sunset after all these years. All I can say, is that I'm surprised it went this long. (Article By Shamim Nabakooza) Lastly, In Sports - (46:29) With Wimbledon in full swing, I thought it'd be good to hear about a Black Tennis pioneer in Arthur Ashe, specifically a story about how iconic he was, especially in Africa. (Article By Patricia Whitehorne) Thank you for listening! If you want to contribute to the show, whether it be sending me questions or voicing your opinion in any way, peep the contact links below and I'll respond accordingly. Let me know "What's Good?"Rate & ReviewE-Mail: the5thelelmentpub@gmail.comTwitter & IG: @The5thElementUKWebsite: https://the5thelement.co.ukPhotography: https://www.crt.photographyIntro Music - "Too Much" By VanillaInterlude - "Charismatic" By NappyHighChillHop MusicOther Podcasts Under The 5EPN:Diggin' In The Digits5EPN RadioBlack Women Watch...In Search of SauceThe Beauty Of Independence 

The good people at Barbican have blessed me with an opportunity to cover a portion of their month-long programme called "Rebel Radio": "the sound of resistance and reinvention across this month-long celebration of pirate radio and its lasting impact on music, culture and community."In the final part, I take in the last talk, simply named "Where Are All The House Parties?", hosted by BBC Radio 1Xtra's Richie Brave with panellists DJ Alex Rita, Writer/Director Caleb Femi & DJ Lynda Rosenior-Patten. I give thoughts minutes after the talk itself and overall thoughts about the past few weeks.I also get into the last screening of the programme "Airwaves of Rebellion: Youth, Identity, and the Fight for Community Radio" which showed another clip from a BBC coverage on Pirate Radio via their series "Radio Nights", an episode of one of the first shows directed at Black British audiences, aptly named "Ebony" and a Channel 4 Doc called "Black and White Pirate Show, the latter of which featured an introduction from Producer of the show Rob Burkitt.Thanks to Barbican Centre for letting me get a taste of Rebel Radio and allowing me to cover the talks in the way I wanted.Thank you for listening! If you want to contribute to the show, whether it be sending me questions or voicing your opinion in any way, peep the contact links below and I'll respond accordingly. Let me know "What's Good?"Rate & ReviewE-Mail: the5thelelmentpub@gmail.comTwitter & IG: @The5thElementUKWebsite: https://the5thelement.co.ukPhotography: https://www.crt.photographyMusic: "Better Days To Come" By Floppy CircusChillHop MusicOther Podcasts Under The 5EPN:Diggin' In The Digits5EPN RadioBlack Women Watch...In Search of SauceThe Beauty Of Independence 

In a week where:A child dies & several more injured after a tree falls in my local park.BBC decide to not broadcast Kneecap's Glastonbury performance live.England U21s wins the U21 Euros.Kier Starmer gets bullied over Welfare reform.We are now halfway through this decade.In Politics: (7:17) The US has a new boogeyman to be fake-scared about and he's potentially going to become Mayor of New York City. Say hello to Zohran Mamdani (Article By Nathan J. Robinson)In Society: (21:13) Last year, I covered the youth uprisings in Kenya. So I thought it'd be a good time to revisit the story and throw in some context for good measure. (Article By Wandia Njoya & Mordecai Ogada)In the 1st of two Life segments: (38:47) The concept of a 'Digital Nomad' was something enticing considering it was popularised in the aftermath of COVID. But now that its been a few years, the idyllic essence of the life has worn off a bit. (Article By Emily Bratt)Lastly, in the 2nd Life topic: (55:29) If you go to certain parts of London, you will find people that reside in boats where the perception of them are something like "weird, nonconformist". But maybe there are realistic benefits to living in a boat? (Article By Polly Clark)Thank you for listening! If you want to contribute to the show, whether it be sending me questions or voicing your opinion in any way, peep the contact links below and I'll respond accordingly. Let me know "What's Good?"Rate & ReviewE-Mail: the5thelelmentpub@gmail.comTwitter & IG: @The5thElementUKWebsite: https://the5thelement.co.ukPhotography: https://www.crt.photographyIntro Music - "Too Much" By VanillaInterlude - "Charismatic" By NappyHighChillHop MusicOther Podcasts Under The 5EPN:Diggin' In The Digits5EPN RadioBlack Women Watch...In Search of SauceThe Beauty Of Independence 

The good people at Barbican have blessed me with an opportunity to cover a portion of their month-long programme called "Rebel Radio": "the sound of resistance and reinvention across this month-long celebration of pirate radio and its lasting impact on music, culture and community."In Part Two, we hit the 2nd Talk with Artist, Writer & DJ Elijah talking to Founder of RinseFM, Geeneus about his career that spans the height of Pirate Radio, the inception of the likes of Jungle, Grime, Drum&Bass etc. and obviously the steady rise of Rinse. On the backend we talk to DJ, Curator, Interior Designer (amongst other things) Shari McLawrence about the talk and many things related and unrelated to the talk. One of my favourite conversations to date.Thank you for listening! If you want to contribute to the show, whether it be sending me questions or voicing your opinion in any way, peep the contact links below and I'll respond accordingly. Let me know "What's Good?"Rate & ReviewE-Mail: the5thelelmentpub@gmail.comTwitter & IG: @The5thElementUKWebsite: https://the5thelement.co.ukPhotography: https://www.crt.photographyMusic: "Better Days To Come" By Floppy CircusChillHop MusicOther Podcasts Under The 5EPN:Diggin' In The Digits5EPN RadioBlack Women Watch...In Search of SauceThe Beauty Of Independence 

In a week where:The Los Angeles Lakers are sold for $10B.Rwanda and the Democratic Republic of Congo agree on a draft agreement to end fighting in eastern DRC.Assisted dying set to become law in England and Wales.Trump bombs three Iranian nuclear facilities.The Oklahoma City Thunder wins their 1st NBA Championship.In Politics: (10:20) The Red Tories are continuing to Red Tory, building upon a Blair-era terror bill to now consider Palestine Action & any supporter a terrorist threat. (Article By Simon Childs)In Music: (25:30) Using the same powers, The Red Tories are also trying to make a point out of Irish Rap group Kneecap, but this and the previous segment only highlight how dire Free Speech in Britain actually is. (Article By Christophe Domec)In the 1st of two Life segments: (36:35) Jeff Bezos is getting married this week and of course he wanted to shut down the entire city of Venice so him and his rich friends can have a ball in the historic locale. But locals are pissed and they're making their voice heard. (Article By Zoe Williams)Lastly, in the 2nd Life segment: (51:37) Windrush Day came and went in the past week and the Windrush Scandal still rings in many Black British families. But a new project is aiming to reframe how the Windrush Generation are seen by the general public. (Article By Vic Motune)Thank you for listening! If you want to contribute to the show, whether it be sending me questions or voicing your opinion in any way, peep the contact links below and I'll respond accordingly. Let me know "What's Good?"Rate & ReviewE-Mail: the5thelelmentpub@gmail.comTwitter & IG: @The5thElementUKWebsite: https://the5thelement.co.ukPhotography: https://www.crt.photographyIntro Music - "Too Much" By VanillaInterlude - "Charismatic" By NappyHighChillHop MusicOther Podcasts Under The 5EPN:Diggin' In The Digits5EPN RadioBlack Women Watch...In Search of SauceThe Beauty Of Independence 

The good people at Barbican have blessed me with an opportunity to cover a portion of their month-long programme called "Rebel Radio": "the sound of resistance and reinvention across this month-long celebration of pirate radio and its lasting impact on music, culture and community."For the first of three parts, I recap one of three talks they have and one of three film screenings. The talk is called "Rebel Archivist" featuring Oral Historian Dr. Aleema Gray, Writer Aniefiok Ekpoudom and Photographer Eddie Otchere. I then recap a screening called "Breaking the Silence: Pirate Radio, Black Media, and Voices of Resistance" which was an outstanding shift between two TV documentaries and two excerpts of two more docs, all to paint a picture in how TV covered Pirate Radio and the Black Arts.Thank you for listening! If you want to contribute to the show, whether it be sending me questions or voicing your opinion in any way, peep the contact links below and I'll respond accordingly. Let me know "What's Good?"Rate & ReviewE-Mail: the5thelelmentpub@gmail.comTwitter & IG: @The5thElementUKWebsite: https://the5thelement.co.ukPhotography: https://www.crt.photographyMusic: "Better Days To Come" By Floppy CircusChillHop MusicOther Podcasts Under The 5EPN:Diggin' In The Digits5EPN RadioBlack Women Watch...In Search of SauceThe Beauty Of Independence 

In a week where:The Beach Boys' architect Brian Wilson dies aged 82.Air India flight to London Gatwick crashes in Ahmedabad with all but one of the 242 people dead.Ballymena, Northern Ireland is engulfed in violent protests.Israel launches strikes at Iran.Two Minnesota Lawmakers are assassinated.In Politics: (10:42) For around a decade now, this fear has gripped Mainstream Media in the UK. That if the government taxed the rich in any form, millionaires & billionaires would uproot their lives and go live somewhere else. Well... That was all BS. (Article By Josiah Mortimer)In the 1st of two Music segments: (27:40) With the recent deaths of Sly Stone & Brian Wilson - two highly gifted musical standard-bearers - it worth noting their similarities but also the glaring differences, shined by how American society goes about race. (Article By Craig Jenkins)In the 2nd Music segment: (47:04) I've railed against Spotify for years on and off wax but I really wanted to get into them again, specifically how they've changed the Music landscape for the worst. (Article By Fergal Kinney)Lastly, In Life: (1:01:10) With Father's Day been and gone, I found a great piece relating to fatherhood and how we inherently mirror our lives against our offspring (Article By Amir Ahmadi Arian)Thank you for listening! If you want to contribute to the show, whether it be sending me questions or voicing your opinion in any way, peep the contact links below and I'll respond accordingly. Let me know "What's Good?"Rate & ReviewE-Mail: the5thelelmentpub@gmail.comTwitter & IG: @The5thElementUKWebsite: https://the5thelement.co.ukPhotography: https://www.crt.photographyIntro Music - "Too Much" By VanillaInterlude - "Charismatic" By NappyHighChillHop MusicOther Podcasts Under The 5EPN:Diggin' In The Digits5EPN RadioBlack Women Watch...In Search of SauceThe Beauty Of Independence 

In a week where:THE GIRLS (Trump & Musk) ARE FIGHTING!!!Kilmar Abrego Garcia is returned to the U.S. to face federal criminal charges.Trump activates National Guard on ICE Protesters in Los Angeles.Israel kidnaps activist flotilla.Pioneering funk and soul musician Sly Stone dies aged 82. In Journalism: (7:40) The BBC higher ups continue to shit the bed after minutes of a meeting shows that they're discussing plans to alter their news output to appease Reform voters... As if GBNews doesn't exist. (Article By Adam Bienkov)In Life: (21:25) Italy had Citizenship Referendums recently, potentially changing the boundaries on what makes one Italian. But for some, that day hasn't come even if they were born and raised there. (Article By Sarah Rainsford)In Culture: (36:06) Plugging your new Film or TV show used to be so easy: couple of interviews, press junkets, maybe a Late Night show appearance! But the landscape has changed and even doing all that and more can all be for little reward. (Article By Nicholas Quah)Lastly, In Society: (52:55) Fashion constantly goes under the radar when it comes to how we're killing our planet. But like with everything when it comes to the environment, there are ways to make it better. (Article By Daphne Chouliaraki Milner)Thank you for listening! If you want to contribute to the show, whether it be sending me questions or voicing your opinion in any way, peep the contact links below and I'll respond accordingly. Let me know "What's Good?"Rate & ReviewE-Mail: the5thelelmentpub@gmail.comTwitter & IG: @The5thElementUKWebsite: https://the5thelement.co.ukPhotography: https://www.crt.photographyIntro Music - "Too Much" By VanillaInterlude - "Charismatic" By NappyHighChillHop MusicOther Podcasts Under The 5EPN:Diggin' In The Digits5EPN RadioBlack Women Watch...In Search of SauceThe Beauty Of Independence