Blvck Canvas Podcast
by Blvck Canvas TV
From the creators of Blvck Canvas TV, Tops, Tiffany and Dems bring to you the Blvck Canvas Podcast - a deep cut of online trending topics where nuance comes to life.Like their YouTube channel, the trio continues to hold space for meaningful conversations about the Black British experience from the discussions we have online with a refreshing mix of candour, humour, compassion and just the right amount of shade.• New episodes every Tuesday• Subscribe to the podcast to keep up to date with the latest episodes• Follow on Twitter, IG and YouTube: @BlvckCanvasTV
Episodes
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58. The End of the Road (AKA Our Final Episode)
Although we've come to the end of the road, we actually have to let go. We believe ending on a high was the best way to leave Blvck Canvas TV. We've shared so many great memories and experiences together as a team and met so many inspiring people along the way. Although we've disbanded from Blvck...
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57. Reporting Live From the Green Party Conference
This week, we come to you live from the 2024 Green Party Conference in Manchester. The conference is an annual gathering of members and supporters of the Party to discuss policies, strategies and elect party leaders (when necessary). We discuss our experience being at the conference for the first...
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56. You Got The Budget You Voted For
This week’s episode is dedicated to the phrase “I told you so” as we respond to Kier Starmer’s “budget warning” or whatever that speech was this week. Is another 4 years of austerity really the answer to saving the British economy? And where does one hide a £22 BILLION black hole?… asking for a...
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55. Vibes Don't Change Lives
This week, we discuss the latest developments in Palestine, including the UK, French and American peace talks with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, and what this REALLY means for Palestinian's social, economic and political future. We also discuss Kamala Harris and her...
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54. Race Riots and Mental Health
We're extremely exhausted, so this was a tough episode to record. But couldn't get on the mic without saying what we really felt. This week, we unpack the recent race riots and what this means for Black, Brown, Muslim, migrants and asylum seekers living in the UK. Dems also candidly opens up…
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53. (Labour) What Have You Done For Me Lately?
This week, we reflect on the last few weeks in politics since Labour's landslide win in the 2024 General Election. Plus, we ask why the Labour Party has the cash to spend money on war but not to lift 250,000 children out of poverty. Want to know the General Election results in your constituency?...
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52. Cooking on Solar Energy (Feat. Zack Polanski)
This week, we're joined by Deputy Leader of The Green Party, Zack Polanski to understand more about The Green Party's policies and why a vote outside of the two-party system is important for diversity of political thought in Parliament. We also discuss some of the myths around the party and the...
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51. Say Less and Show Me the Manifesto
This week we get into some heavy reading to discuss the manifestos from the Green Party, Labour, Conservatives, Lib Dems and Reform. Is it worth reading them? Which manifesto ranks the best? We've done the reading to help you make an informed decision (and to get you reading them too). In the...
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50. The Patterns of Politics and Policy
After 15 national marches for Palestine, and almost 40,000 Palestinians killed since 7th October, we ask the question that most people seem to be avoiding: what good is peaceful protesting if Palestinians are still dying in their thousands? If peace can't save Palestinian lives, then what can? In...
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49. Your Viral Tweets Won’t Save Us (Feat. Busayo Twins)
This week was an emotional one for all of us as the news and footage of the latest bombings in Rafah surfaced via social media. Joined by Busayo Twins, we discuss: The Green Party Co-leader, Carla Denyer's statement (now deleted) about the recent bombing in Rafah The latest on Palestine The ICJ...
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48. We Thank God For Health, Healing and Political Awareness
We're back, finally! This week, we catch up on why we've been away for so long (Dems has really been going through it) and unpack the results from the recent UK local elections. We also discuss Green Party councillor, Mothin Ali's recent apology after Antisemitism claims after being elected to...
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47. Blvck Hair on Set (Feat. Jordan Pitt and Lee Daley)
This week we had the pleasure of interviewing Jordan Pitt and Lee Daley who respectively directed and produced the documentary Untold Stories: Hair on Set. Created and also directed by actress Fola Evans-Akingbola, the documentary offers a rare and candid glimpse of conversations amongst Black...
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46. Independent Woman (Feat. Natalie Campbell)
With only a few more days until the local elections, we sit down with independent mayoral candidate, Natalie Campbell to discuss her manifesto and what it takes to run an independent campaign. For more information on the London manifesto, click here. In the Spotlight: The Local Elections. Local...
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45. Could London Go Green? (Feat. Zoë Garbett)
After a much needed break, we're back! And what better way to return than with an interview with Green Party Mayoral Candidate, Zoë Garbett. With the Local elections coming up next week, we discuss Zoë's manifesto, including policing, housing, the environment, and why we should vote green. For…
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44. The USA is the UK’s Daddy
This week, we unpack the UN Security Council passing a resolution demanding ‘an immediate ceasefire’ during Ramadan. While this is a major breakthrough in terms of Britain finally voting for a ceasefire, we still see past the facade of what's clearly a temporary one. Hun, you can't "pause" a...
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43. Debating Racism is Racist
This week we take a deep dive into the aftermath of Frank Hester's racist and violent hate speech. Plus we cuss out the careers coons that support and uphold parliament, spinless Starmer's Labour Party and the Convervaties when it comes to the lack of protection of Diane Abbott. In the Spotlight:...
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42. Protect Diane Abbott at All Costs
We been to the last two protests in support of the people of Congo, organised by Stand for Congo UK, so we decided to talk about our experience and how you can support. Plus we unpack even more racism in British politics (no change there) as racists and extremely violent comments from top Tory...
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41. Shifters Review (Bonus Episode)
We're back with an impromptu bonus episode to review Shifters at the Bush Theatre in London, written by Benedict Lombe and directed by Lynette Linton. In short, we loved it and we'll tell you why! Shifters runs from the 1st - 30th March 2024. Book your tickets online here. Tickets are selling out...
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40. The Secret Diary of a Political Dwarf
We took a break for a week but your faves are back, recharged and ready to show up and cuss out. Of course, we're cussing out that rat Rishi Sunak and his recent speech outside of 10 Downing Street. If there was a High Priest of gaslighting, Rishi would be the temple the priest prayed in. We also...
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39. Black Excellence = Black Capitalism
With everything that's been happening recently in Palestine, Sudan and the DRC, it's hard for us to take celebrities and influencers seriously. So we shared some honest words about it. Plus we give you an update on the latest news from the ICJ about Israel's occupation of (and reign of terror in)...
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38. The Law of Cuss and Effect
This week, we intended to have a whole episode on pop culture. Instead, we found it would be more fitting to have a frank discussion about the bombing of Rafah, cosplaying celebrities and Black British podcasters who need to drop the mic and pick up a book. We really poured our hearts out this...
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37. Year of the (White) Woman
The Grammy Awards was unofficially dubbed as the "year of the women". But why are Black women always snubbed for the top prize? It's an age-old debate and we know the reasons why, so why on earth do The Carters continue to attend? We give you our honest opinions on this and other shenanigans that...
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36. Nicki Minaj: The Queen of...what??
Spoiler alert...it’s not rap. Ahead of our discussion about Nicki, we unpack the verdict of the ICJ hearing and demystify the legalese that came with it and ask: why didn’t anyone say ceasefire now? Then, we get down to business and talk about Miss Nicki Lewinsky herself and her unforgivable...
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35. May Your Ancestors Reject You From the Ancestral Plane
Despite Storm Isha lambasting the UK, Babylon continues to do its dirty work. This week, we unpack the Conservative government's Rwanda Bill and the latest Boycott Bill, which received its third and final reading at Parliament before being presented at the House of Lords. What exactly do these...
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34. South Africa Brought All the Receipts!
Our second week into 2024, and it feels like peace was never given a chance before the wotlessnes settled in. This week, we devote today's episode to the ICJ hearing at The Hague, where South Africa bravely took Israel to court accusing the state of genocidal acts against Palestine. Note: Dems...
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33. The Year of Reckoning (A.K.A 2024)
We thoroughly enjoyed our Christmas break, and we're back (fully refreshed) with the first episode of 2024! This week, we catch you up on our hopes for the year before making it clear that as a community, we need to come correct with the next General Election and vote! But also, bun down dis...
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32. Liberation Through Perseverance
Wow! What a year! As we wrap up 2023 with our final episode of the year (we deserve a break, and so do you), we take a reflective look back at our personal highlights of 2023. We also discuss our favourite Blvck Canvas episodes so far and what we're looking forward to in 2024. Spoiler Alert...we...
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31. Rishi's Ruined Republic + Earth Mama Review
In our penultimate episode before the the Christmas break, we take a deep dive into the political news of the week including Rishi's obsession with boats and the US and her baby mum, the UK and their relentless quest to remain on the wrong side of history. Plus, we're film critics now guys...we...
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30. A Mental Health Update + Political Awakenings
We've made it to episode 30! With so much going on in the world over the past few weeks, we decided to take the time to look inward, be a little reflective and talk about the biggest thing that's been weighing on our minds. Spoiler alert: it's in the title. In the spotlight: Busayo Twins, and her...
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29. Renaissance Red Carpet Catastrophe
This week we discuss our participation in the latest national march for Palestine. While we didn't make it to 1 million, it was still one of the most impactful and insightful marches we've been on since it started. In fact, we noticed that there was (still) a surprisingly small number of Black...
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28. The Coloured Conundrum
In the wake of the UK Parliament failing in its humanitarian duty to call for a ceasefire in Palestine, we discuss last week's rally outside Parliament and what our next steps should be as UK citizens to hold the government accountable. We also unpack Cassie Ventura's open-and-shut lawsuit…
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27. Ring Ring Pon Buckingham Palace
This week, the gang is finally back! Tiffany joins us after a little hiatus to discuss the recent National March for Palestine and how we need to keep the momentum going until there's a ceasefire in Palestine. We also talk about the current mess that is the British Government and the latest…
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26. Black British Creatives...Speak Up! (Feat. Momodou Taal)
Another week, another round-up of the latest in Palestine, DRC and Sudan with our guest Momodou Taal. But this week, we also draw attention to what ignited radicalism in our politics and this influences how we navigate our daily lives. Plus, we have a few words to say to Black British influencers...
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25. Collective Resistance is Our Only Way Forward
This week discuss the highlights from the latest National March for Palestine and the government's continued quest to twist the narrative about Israel's occupation of Gaza and the Free Palestine movement. We also unpack other humanitarian crises across the African continent, including Sudan and…
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24. Jancro Journos, Pathetic Politicians and Cowardly Christians
This week we take a deep dive into the latest news about the humanitarian crisis in Palestine, the recent protest in Central London and how the British press and politicians have backpedaled their stance after public outcry. The next National March for Palestine, in Central London, is on Saturday...
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23. Free Palestine (Feat. Busayo Twins)
With a healthy mix of ineptitude from the British media and misinformation spread on social media, we couldn't just sit down and record a normal episode this week. Joined by friend of the show, Busayo Twins, we take a deep dive into the history of Israel's occupation of Palestinian territories,...
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22. Let's Call it What it Really is...Femicide!
*Trigger warning: Femicide + gender-based violence* This week was tough for us as we unpacked the senseless murder of 15-year-old Elianne Andam, who was fatally stabbed by a 17-year-old boy. The media have been doing the most, talking about knife crime and gang violence, but let's call it what it...
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21. Protesting for Lassie?
We've been gone for a minute but we're back! This week we discuss our surprise at the news of a police officer being charged with the murder of Chris Kaba. Will this lead to a conviction? Or are we just getting our hopes up? Plus, why were people taking to the streets to protect Lassie when rent...
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20. Kooning Kwasi, Ashy Ash and Overhyped Oja
*Trigger Warning: Lucy Letby, infant death and medical racism* We're going through it this week. But we thought it was important to show up and take a deep dive into the media's reaction to yet more evidence of medical racism and systemic failures within the NHS after the sentencing of Lucy…
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19. Bye Tory, Bye Ashy!
This week, we take a deep dive into the shooting of Megan Thee Stallion by Tory Lanez, the trial and Tory's subsequent sentencing (bye ashy). Where was the unwavering support for Megan during her ordeal and the trial from her celebrity peers? Is this a wider reflection of how our society treats...
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18. Can We All Just Be Guided When Using the Internet
This week we unpack the unnecessary drama surrounding Jamie Fox and allegations of anti-semitism, plus the recent news of Lizzo being sued by her ex-dancers claiming a 'hostile working environment' and 'fat shaming'. As you can imagine, we're asking the usual question...is everyone OK? We also...
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17. Bling Bling Bling, Bitches is Mad!
This week, we decided to dedicate the entire episode to the one, and only NeNe Leakes! In particular, her interview with TV producer Carlos King on his podcast. We thoroughly enjoyed the entertaining interview as much as we enjoyed talking about it, and we can’t wait to watch part 2! In the...
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16. Keke, You In Danger Girl
This week we had a very reflective conversation about the UK's collective apathy when it comes to activism and climate change. Why are people clutching pearls and feeling 'conflicted' over orange confetti being thrown on George Osborn at his wedding when he's part of the reason why we're in this...
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15. Wandering Willy Wonka
This week we fancied a laugh, so we decided to dedicate this week's episode to all the messy goings on in pop culture. First, we started off with Davido's wandering willy, resulting in getting two women pregnant. Unfortunately, non of them were his wife. Then, we cackled at 31-year-old 'Gary'...
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14. The Titan Got the Full Titanic Experience
Wow, so much nonsense has happened in the space of a week, but we couldn't start without recognising the 75th anniversary of the HMT Empire Windrush, which carried 800 West Indian passengers from the Caribbean to the UK on the 22nd of June 1948. But what about the mess, you ask? Well, we couldn't...
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13. Mizzy, Mermaids, Malta and More
Wow, we've been gone for a hot minute, but we're back! And, of course, this dusty Island didn't disappoint in giving us a smorgasbord of nonsense to talk about while we were away. This week, we get our heads around the pomp, pageantry and PR performance surrounding Phillip Schofield and his…
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12. Managing Motherhood + Career Coronation Coonery (Feat. Rose Annor)
This week, it's just us mums. We're joined by content creator, and friend of the show, Rose Annor, to unpack the joys and challenges of motherhood and why it's important to have honest conversations about the realities of mum life. Plus, we have a frank discussion about the hat fitting ceremony…
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11. Joy Is Your Birthright, Claim It!
We've covered a lot of heavy topics over the past few weeks, and quite frankly it was starting to get us down. So this week, we decided to dedicate episode 11 to Joy. After all, "make sure you take the time to centre joy" is a common refrain ya'll hear from us on the podcast, so it's about time…
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10. Hang It up, Flatscreen!
If you'd asked us before 2020 if Diane Abbott, of all people, would be suspended from the Labour Party for racist views, we would have laughed in your face and gone about our business. But alas, once again, Britain has shown us that she really isn't that girl. We take a deep dive into the mess…
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09. OK, Andrew, So What Now?
We took another lovely break for the Easter Bank Holiday (because rest is a radical act) and guess what? That's right, we came back to more mess. This time, in the form of Andrew Edwards, Pembrokeshire County Conservative party councillor, and his racist comments about Black people that leaked...
About this show
From the creators of Blvck Canvas TV, Tops, Tiffany and Dems bring to you the Blvck Canvas Podcast - a deep cut of online trending topics where nuance comes to life.Like their YouTube channel, the trio continues to hold space for meaningful conversations about the Black British experience from the discussions we have online with a refreshing mix of candour, humour, compassion and just the right amount of shade.• New episodes every Tuesday• Subscribe to the podcast to keep up to date with the latest episodes• Follow on Twitter, IG and YouTube: @BlvckCanvasTV
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