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CanterBAMECanterBAME X Making Noise {Pt 2}It's part two of our crossover with Making Noise - the podcast presented by our man Deep Gill!
We had a great time discussing sexuality, gender neutral toilets, citizenship, racism, Bill Cosby {😑} and more...
Make sure to go to Making Noise and listen to some of Deep's episodes! We're also on there too!
Definitely join in the conversation on Insta and Twitter, and as we always say: Shadiness is encouraged, and a follow is definitely appreciated...
Thanks to MBPim for the sound effects...
2019-09-181h 16
CanterBAMECanterBAME X Making Noise (Pt1)In this episode we crossed over with Making Noise - the podcast presented by our man Deep Gill!
We had a great time discussing sexuality, gender neutral toilets, citizenship, racism, Bill Cosby {😑} and more...
Check out Part 2, which will be coming your way next week!
And go to Making Noise and listen to some of Deep's episodes! We're also on there too!
Definitely join in the conversation on Insta and Twitter, and as we always say: Shadiness is encouraged, and a follow is definitely appreciated.
Thanks to MBPim for the sound effects...
2019-09-111h 37
CanterBAMETHE CLAPBACK 👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾 (ft Elijah Lawal)EVER FOUND YOURSELF NOT KNOWING HOW TO EXPLAIN WHY A COMMENT WAS RACIST?? THEN YOU NEED THIS BOOK...
We had the opportunity to chat with Elijah Lawal about his recently published book 'The Clapback: Your Guide to Calling Out Racist Stereotypes'.
Our longest episode so far, these 2 hours went by too quickly as we chatted with Elijah about relationships, penis size and police brutality.
We also delved into the most insane stereotypes he'd discovered, while researching his book, and what the writing process was like for him, while also having a full time job...whew
We're so glad we got...
2019-07-051h 54
CanterBAMEPreviously On Air: Finale or ByeBye CSRIn our final episode on CSRFM (*cries*) we were joined by Kiro from @MiddleGround10.
We played "Know Your Host", where Kiro had to guess which embarrassing fact was about who, listened to some clips from previous shows and tried to guess what episodes they came from and talked about what the future holds for your Canterbabes.
Special thanks to MBPim for the sound effect and special thanks to all of you, who have listened and followed us during our time at CSR. We appreciate you and have so much love for you ❤
Keep a look out for what's to come!
2019-06-3049 min
CanterBAMEPreviously On Air: Middle Ground CanterBAME CrossoverOur penultimate episode on CSR, we decided this episode we would cross over with fellow show on the station, The Middle Ground.
Joined by host of the show, Kiro, we dabbled into The Middle Ground's format and played a few of the games, they're known for on the station.
Check out Kiro and his co-hosts @MiddleGround10 on Twitter.
Special thanks to MBPim for the sound effect.
2019-06-3052 min
CanterBAMEPreviously On Air: The Good And The Bad or The Printer And Other StoriesThis ep, we discuss the good and the bad that has been reported in the news.
From R Kelly to Love Island, to living with a partner to finally meeting up with you guys, we discussed it all. Omolade even reveals to us what extra special gift she received for her birthday....
Special Thanks to MBPim for the sound effects.
2019-06-3058 min
CanterBAMEPreviously On Air: Overpolicing And Knife CrimeThis episode we're talking about the overpolicing of communities, particularly in London.
We also discuss the wave of knife crime that has led to this, the argued causes of it and whether its an exaggeration.
Special thanks to MBPim for the sound effect.
2019-06-3055 min
CanterBAMEPreviously On Air: Let's ChatThis episode, two of your Canterbabes sat down to discuss recent horrible events - the New Zealand terrorist attack.
We also discussed Kent Africa Summit 2019 and answered some SimplyOloni dilemmas.
Special thanks to MBPim for the sound effect.
2019-06-3052 min
CanterBAMEPreviously On Air: Body PositivityWe're having a meet and greet! (lol maybe)
We discussed being body positive, the movement that has come from it and those who have an issue with it.
Thanks to special guest @sophievssophie for joining us todaaaaayy
Thanks for MBPim for the sound effects.
2019-06-3051 min
CanterBAMEPreviously On Air: I Love YouL is for the way you....
Yeah we're talking about this 4-lettered word that is so deep to some people and whatever to others.
This convo was sparked by a realisation that for some of us, we don't tell family that we love them like that. Why though? And what is the weight we put behind that word?
Also how does that stem into loving ourselves and our friends?
Special thanks to @sophievssophie for being our guest today!
Special Thanks to MBPim for the sound effect
2019-06-3055 min
CanterBAMEPreviously On Air: It's Our BirthdayIT'S OUR BIRTHDAAAAAAYYYYY (kinda)
We celebrated 1 Year of CanterBAME a few months ago and it was a time of looking back, sharing memories and being shady as per.
So we talk about how we met, listen to previous episodes and look forward to what's next.
Also Steven Universe 😝
Special thanks to MBPim for the sound effects.
2019-06-3055 min
CanterBAMEPreviously On Air: Trending 2.0This ep we recap what was Trending way back when.
Originally released in March, we discuss sextapes, Liam Neeson's racist confession, Jordyn Woods and the Kardashian-Jenners, Angela Smith and those with a 'funny tinge' and the old fave cultural appropriation.
Special Thanks to MBPim for the sound effect.
2019-06-3054 min
CanterBAMEPreviously on Air: Work Work Work Work Work WorkHelllooooooo
Sorry Sorry Sorry.
We know that we've been away a while, but in this episode, you'll hear why!
We speak on jobs, trying to balance professionalism with speaking out about real shit and being the only black/brown face in a work space. Also, colonisation. Why? Because it applies...always *shakes head*
You're Canterbabes have been up to a lot these past few months, so to catch you up, we're releasing the episodes from our last few months on CSR!
Yep, we've left and are starting something new, so keep an eye out 👀
Special thanks to MBPim for the sou...
2019-06-3053 min
CanterBAMEWho's A Citizen?Hey Everryyybooddddyyyy
We're back with a new episode. And this week we talked about the Shamima Begum case.
We were joined by Yasmin (@yxsminali)and had a discussion on citizenship and why the recent stripping of Shamima Begum's is unjust.
We also discussed the Windrush scandal and how Britain's take on immigration is suggesting the citizenship of Brown and Black people is conditional.
Feel free to carry on the discussion with us on our socials, and as we always say shadiness is encouraged and a follow is definitely appreciated.
Thanks to MBPim for the sound effect.
2019-03-0353 min
CanterBAME21 QuestionsSo we're coming at you with something a little different this week.
Inspired by an old favourite 21 Questions, your CanterBabes, along with @officialmundu and @kgisamazing, found some silly and serious questions for the group to answer.
We talked about everything from regrets to a wearable white man suit, best dates ever to favourite songs, and what movie scenes we'd love to re-enact as ourselves.
Listen in and feel free to answer the questions as you listen along by @'ing us on Twitter.
Special thanks to MBPim for the sound effect.
As always, shadiness is encouraged and a follow is definitely...
2019-02-1556 min
CanterBAMEBest A Man Can Get?We discuss the latest advert by Gillette which garnered support and anger - from some more than others.
We're joined by @aaront_dancer, Kent Union President and self proclaimed DJ ASwizzle, and @officialmundu, artist and joke-teller. Both guys were up for talking about what Gillette did well and could have done better.
We also discussed the criticism that seemed to come from some men about this "attack on masculinity" and how truly invested a corporation can be in a movement.
Special thanks to MBPim for the sound effect and please feel free to continue the conversation with us on Twitter...
2019-02-0852 min
CanterBAMEFaith And being LGBTQ+Today we talked about the reconciling of Faith and sexuality.
Sparked by our guest @reemmakari 's video project on Muslim LGBTQ+ individuals, we were joined by her and @kgisamazing to discuss the experiences of those who have to find that balance.
We chatted about the importance of having a "tribe", intersectionality, and ended up talking about Gina Rodriguez and her general "all-women" approach to things. Plus, why we'll still be watching Jane the Virgin.
Special thanks to MBPim for the sound effect, and feel free to continue the conversation with us on Twitter and Instagram.
As always, shadiness is encouraged...
2019-02-0155 min
CanterBAMETrending And DilemmasIn this episode we discussed what had been trending on the TL over the Christmas break.
From #muterkelly to clout-chasing, to what was going between Ivorian Doll and Renee, to our new fave account @UKTLTea, we unpacked what was a very mad 4 weeks.
Joined by special guest @sophievssophie, this episode was full of laughs.
We also answered some of our favourite dilemmas from Oloni.
Definitely join in the conversation on Insta and Twitter, and as we always say: Shadiness is encouraged, and a follow is definitely appreciated.
Special thanks to MBPim for the sound effect.
2019-01-3153 min
CanterBAMENew Year, New UsHELLLLOOOOOOO
Happy (belated) New Year :D
We're coming at you with a slightly late episode (apologies January came fast) where we discussed all of our new years goals - or is it resolutions - and how we started the new year.
Plus Blessing thought about what she'd do if she maybe didn't go to church one of these new year's eves....
We also chatted about SPAC Nation, upcoming weddings, revealed relationships and generally went off topic as per...
Feel free to continue the conversation with us on Twitter and Instagram, and as we always say
"Shadiness is encouraged, and a...
2019-01-3054 min
CanterBAMEHomeGoing/ComingHi again and welcome to CanterBAAAAMMMME
This episode we're reunited (again) and joined by our guests: Saima, Kata (@kata_boateng_) and KG (@kgisamazing)to discuss Nisha's three months away in Bangladesh.
She tells us what she hoped to get out of her time there and what she came back having learnt and experienced.
We also discussed our thoughts about our own respective homes - the good, the bad, the ravaging effects of colonialism - and when/whether we will going back anytime soon.
Special thanks to MBPim for the sound effect.
Please continue the conversation with us on Instagram and...
2019-01-1154 min
CanterBAMEWhy Will You Marry? [And guess who's back... 👀]We're baaacccckkk.......
This episode we were joined by our wonderful guest, Saima, who came to discuss the topic with us from her perspective, having recently gotten married herself. We discussed the marriages we've seen as we've grown up and whether marriage is something we will or will not be partaking of in the future.
We also discuss the pressures from family members who expect a partner to materialise after you've gotten your degree...
And this is the episode where your CanterBabes were finally "reunited and it felt so gooooood" because Nisha was baaackkk from Bangladesh.
Listen in to our next...
2019-01-0457 min
CanterBAMERelationships Part TwoOur second Christmas Break upload is (finally)part 2 of our relationships episodes.
This part focuses on the romantic relationships we build and how great they can be.
We're joined by Emmanuel (@emansiji), Sophie (@sophievssophie) and Davino (@davino__) who were all open to talking about their experiences.
We also talked about the importance of singleness and taking time to figure out what we like, as well as the rejections that we've definitely faced along the way.
Special thanks to MBPim for the sound effect.
And feel free to continue the conversation all over our social media, @CanterBAME
2018-12-2854 min
CanterBAMECostume Guidelines and Halloween ThingsWe're baaaaaaaaackkkkkk 😁😁😁😁😁
We've been on a little bit of a Soundcloud hiatus but we've got some uploads coming your way over the next few weeks of the Christmas break.
This week is our Halloween ep.
We had a discussion on the costume guidelines that sparked controversy at our uni and why some people *ahem* don't like to be told that cultures are not a costume.
We also chatted with our special guest, Gradi of @MiddleGround10 about our African parents and how we didn't do Halloween like that...
Tune in and share your thoughts with us on our Twitter and Instagram!
We don't care t...
2018-12-2153 min
CanterBAMEBHM Round UpUnfortunately...Black History Month had to end *tears*
This episode we discussed the events we attended during the month and explored their importance and the importance of Black History Month as a whole.
We also tapped into why it's necessary for non-black people to also attend some of these events, and Jess (our non-BAME guest) spoke about her time at a BHM event held at the Southbank Centre- "Striking the Empire" with David Olusoga and Akala - where she was able to interview some black individuals about the importance of the event to them.
We were joined by Gradi (@MiddleGround10...
2018-11-1959 min
CanterBAMEBHM Part3: Black And MuslimIts Part THREEEEE of our Black History Month Series!
This episode we were joined by Ilhan(@ilhaaan__)and Yusupha (@luminous.scribe) to talk about the intersection of being both Black and Muslim.
Everything from anti-blackness within the community, relationships and white saviours - we really got a chance to explore a lot.
Special thanks to our guests, and Nisha, our CanterBabe, who helped so much with this episode, though she wasn't able to be in the studio.
Please @ us on our social medias and keep the conversation from this episode going.
Special thanks to MBPim for the sound effects.
2018-11-091h 02
CanterBAMEBHM Part Two: Blackness And SexLast week's episode was a little spicy....
[Obviously not too spicy, because we're before the watershed y'know]
For our third Black History Month Episode, we delved into the topic of sex.
It was just three of your CanterBabes in the studio this week - WE MISS YOU NISHA - but we cackled and enjoyed chatting about everything from potential marriage proposals, the sex talk (or lack thereof) with our very African parents and the importance of women getting ours.
Feel free to continue the conversation on our Twitter and Instagram, and tell us about your own sex talks with your...
2018-11-0553 min
CanterBAMERelationships Part OneLet's talk about loooooooovvvveeee (the familial and friend typeeeeeeeeeeee)
Yep this week, we're offering you a little sandwich between our Black History Month episodes and putting out our first part of the Relationships episodes we are doing this year.
Part One is a focus on the family and friendship relationships we hold so dear and why they are important to us.
We also delve into when some of those relationships can turn toxic and what it means when you have to create a new family for yourself apart from the one you were born into.
We're joined by special guests...
2018-10-2153 min
CanterBAMEBHM 1: Diversity History Month?And We're Baaaaacccckkkk (again)
It's been a while huh?
We're sorry to have left you for oh so many months, our sweet sweet Soundcloud listeners, but we've been busy! Summer ended, new roles and jobs started, but still your CanterBAME gyals were grinding.
If you've been listening to our radio slot on CSRFM you might have realised we were kinda back.
But as it's now BHM, we had to do a full force back at it.
With 2 of your CanterBabes off living great adventures, we've only got Omolade and Blessing in the studio today, but they are joined by some...
2018-10-1254 min
CanterBAMETo Be ContinuedWell...goodbye.
For now at least lol.
We need to take a holiday, and are pretty sure you guys do too.
Why not start yours off with our finale episode where we chatted with our guests about whatever was on our spirit that week.
From the n-word to appropriation, to musicals to admiration for those special lecturers in our lives (they know who they are *wink*), we got into a lot, before delving into some of your dilemmas.
Feel free to join in with the conversation as you listen by @-ing us on Twitter.
And as we always say...
2018-07-0553 min
CanterBAME#MenAreTrashIt's an interesting episode this week. We're discussing the infamous hashtag 'Men Are Trash' with our special guest and host of CSRFM's The Middle Ground (@MiddleGround10), Kiro.
As usual, it's looking like we'll need a 2.0 of this topic but we delve into a lot this hour, discussing the origins of the hashtag, the toxic masculinity it aims to call out and it's counter, #WomenAreTrash.
There is a bit of graphic content, so trigger warnings for discussions of rape and assault.
We also consider #SomeMenAreTrash, generalisations and what this then means for our own dads, brothers, etc.
Listen to CanterBAME live...
2018-06-1557 min
CanterBAMESelf -care, Self-love and the SelfApologies for the late episode! We took this week's title literally and decided some self-care was in order.
But we're back! With an episode on looking after your mental, physical and emotional health, and why that's important.
With special guests Edem (@edemkl) and Owen (@owenedz), we discuss everything from how self-care can look both similar and the same to different people.
From Netflix binges to gym workouts, to cutting people off, we discuss it all, plus what can lead us to self-care, and when we veer into doing more harm than good.
We also have a discussion about an interesting...
2018-06-1153 min
CanterBAMESo-called Allies and FriendsThis episode of CanterBAME focuses on those who call themselves allies to a movement...and then fall short.
We're taking a look at good and bad allies in the fights against racism, misogyny and homophobia, and what makes either.
We also delve into the politics of RuPaul's Drag Race, white allies and ankara outfits.
Special thanks to our wonderful guest Davino, for coming to talk with us for the THIRD TIME *claps for the CanterBAME Veteran*.
Listen in and as always feel free to comment or @ us. Shadiness is encouraged and a follow is definitely appreciated.
Special thanks to MBPim...
2018-06-0154 min
CanterBAMEHair-spirationToday's episode is alllllllllll about HAIR
*swishes curls*
Your hosts for today, Dammy, Omolade and Blessing, are joined by their resident hair-expert, Adeva to discuss everything black hair.
Listen as they discuss everything natural hair, transitioning, hair care, protective styles and strangers who believe that an afro is up for touching.
Tune in to CanterBAME live every Tuesday on CSRFM 97.4, 8-9pm.
2018-05-2453 min
CanterBAMEDating two-point-ohWe're baaaccckkk
This episode, it's just 2 of your CanterBabes, but we have a few guests in the studio to talk about dating (yes again, because of course).
This time we're getting a few new perspectives from Davino (@davino_), KG (@Kgisamazing1) and Gradi (@presidentgradi)on dating as BAME individuals.
Plus we have a new dilemmas segment this episode, answering some of our listeners dating dilemmas!
Listen in and feel free to send us your own (of course we'll keep your messiness anonymous).
To hear us live, tune in to CSRFM 97.4, every Tuesday, 8-9 pm or listen on csrfm.com.
As always...
2018-05-2055 min
CanterBAMEColourismHelloooooooo
This week we're talking about colourism.
Dark Skin, Light Skin, Lightie, Blick. Today we're talking about it all. Skin colour and the privileges or negativity that have been associated with however light or dark a person is.
In the studio with us we had Theo Chikomba (@tchikomba1712) and Rhian Browne (@rhianbrowne).
Hear us chat about everything from preferences, to Twitter unearthing, to weird Instagram pages.
Listen to us live every Tuesday 8-9pm on CSRFM 97.4
2018-05-0253 min
CanterBAMEAccentsListen today as we talk about...accents?
*What?*
*Hush.*
Everything from code-switching to our telephone voices to Black Panther (again, Wakanda Forever Forever. We told y'all).
This week Blessing, Omolade, Dammy and Nisha are trying - amongst the haze of impending deadlines - to discuss the multitude of different voices that surround BAME peoples throughout their lives and the assimilation that sometimes comes with not possessing one english-sounding enough.
Yeah, we imitated our mothers a lot this ep...they know we love them
2018-04-1952 min
2018-04-1104 min
CanterBAMEDistractionsIf you know, you know.
It's deadline season and we needed a distraction, and to our fellow students we're sure you do too.
Listen in this week as we talk about everything from Netflix (and a badly-timed Marvel binge) to what to do when you shoot your shot and it kinda flops.
In the style of some of our favourite podcasts, we have a listener letter style segment this week, discussing other peoples problems, because how best to distract from your own... [jkjk]
Catch CanterBAME live, every Tuesday, 8-9pm on CSRFM 97.4
2018-04-0454 min
CanterBAMENoMoreTrigger Warning: With the #MeToo movement having changed the landscape of social media and the discussion of sexual assault, we decided to bring in a few guests to give a perspective on the student experience.
Joined by Katia (@ukcrespecttheno), Molly (@wevehadenoughukc), Lily (@ukcwomen) and Halimah (UKC Feminist Society), we discussed how sexual assault is tackled on university campuses by students and the universities alike, and the things that could be done better.
Listen in and a special thanks to our guests this week. Definitely look them up to see the great work they're doing on the UKC campus.
Apologies for...
2018-03-2855 min
CanterBAME"...but I'm not racist."From tampons on bags, exposed group chats and chanting outside of doors, more and more students are coming forward with their experiences of racism directed at them from their peers.
Listen to our discussion - with special guest TJ - where we discuss these recent news reports and our own personal experiences.
Let's just say we're thankful TJ lives with non-racists now.
As per, this topic will probably need a whole other episode, because y'all...
Listen to CanterBAME every week on Tuesday, 8-9 pm on CSRFM 97.4,
2018-03-2153 min
CanterBAME'What's In A Name?'Y'all are blessed. We're giving you an early episode this week (early...late...it's here dang it)
We're talking about names this episode. The concept of "interesting names" vs "normal names", "Christian names" vs "weird names", "Western names" vs "Ethnic names", and how sometimes people just don't seem ready to use the name you've told them to call you and ask, "Can I just call you Mary?"
...
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2018-03-1955 min
CanterBAME'Books Have To Be About White People!'Uhhhh...it wasn't us.
This episode we explore the idea of representation in literature, and how the lack of it is so common we don't even notice till someone screams:
Stories Have To Be About White People!!
Enjoy.
Cite: The Good Immigrant: 'You Can't Say That! Stories Have To Be About White People!' by Darren Chetty
2018-03-1656 min
CanterBAMEMy SexualityIt's been a while Souncloud, but we hope you enjoy this episode!
Two weeeks ago on our show we had an anecdotal chat with a few of our friends about their experiences as BAME students with varying sexual identities.
We dipped and dived into a range of different topics, from feminism and the 100 years of partial suffrage, to what talking with your parents and your family about your sexuality can be like.
Listen in!
2018-03-1253 min
CanterBAMEGoing Abroad"Wherever you go becomes a part of you somehow" - Anita Desai
This week we have a few extra voices in the studio. Chatting about what it's like taking a Year Abroad - or not.
Listen in and don't forget to @ us on our Twitter and Instagram.
Shadiness is encouraged.
#canterbame #studentradio #canterbury #BAME #Black #Asian #MinorityEthnic #YearAbroad #StudyAbroad
2018-02-0159 min
CanterBAMECanterBAME Demo EpisodeHi! Welcome to the not-quite first official episode, but still our first ever recording of a CanterBAME ep!
This week, we discussed BAME dating specifically as students. It's such a big subject we're definitely going to come back to it again.
Anywhoooo
Thanks for listening :D Today's episode is sponsored by...I'm joking. Not quite yet...
2018-01-0946 min