The Litmus Podcast
by Create
In a world of tweets, captions, and echo chambers, what do we really think? Join Swarzy Macaly and Ben Hurst as they put their friends and special guests to the test by unpacking topics. They will be exploring opinions and reactions, whilst making sure no one is left sitting on the fence! From discussing where their heart lies to what’s trending on everyone's timeline, Swarzy and Ben conduct the most exciting Litmus Tests ... And the results are incredible. ------- A Create Productions Podcast
Episodes
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031: Are Harry & Meghan Right To Walk Away?
Where to Swarzy & Ben land on the biggest story of 2020 so far? --------- A Create Productions Podcast
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030: What's Cool In 2020?
Do you have goals lined up for 2020? "New Decade, New You?" Swarzy & Ben explore what's cool this year! ---------- A Create Productions Podcast
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029: Swarzy & Ben Are Back For 2020
Swarzy & Ben see in the Year 2020! Stick with them to hear about what they accomplished in 2019, and what they've got coming up. Find Swarzy's mannequin challenge here. ---------- A Create Productions Podcast
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028: Is Quitting A Sign Of Weakness?
In a culture that prizes hard work and self-care, Swarzy and Ben unpack this week’s Litmus to find out if quitting is a sign of weakness. What begins as a simple question quickly becomes difficult to answer as the pair realise quitting speaks more of sacrifice, success, and failure. But is giving...
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027: Politics Cannot Survive Without Young People
Councillor for Stoke Newington, Mete Coban joins Swarzy and Ben to bridge the gap between young people and politics. With his job alongside politicians but his heart for people, Mete provides a real insight into what life is like inside the world of politics. As well as a Councillor, Mete is also...
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026: Should You Work For Free During Black History Month?
Swarzy & Ben tackle the Litmus that's been on their minds recently ... 'Should you would work free during Black History Month?' But also, should you work for free at all? ---------- A Create Productions Podcast
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025: Too Much Source
Swarzy and Ben are back for another week - this time, what is Too Much Source? And why should you be there? ---------- A Create Productions Podcast
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024: Barber Shop Chronicles Part 2
To celebrate Black History Month 2019, Swarzy and Ben dedicate the next 4 weeks to #TheLitmusPodcast to hearing from creatives within the Black British community who are all setting the standard of excellence within their industry. Picking up from where they left off, Swarzy sits down for Part 2…
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023: Barber Shop Chronicles
To celebrate Black History Month 2019, Swarzy and Ben dedicate the next 4 weeks to #TheLitmusPodcast to hearing from creatives within the Black British community who are all setting the standard of excellence within their industry. Kicking things off with a bang, Swarzy sits down for a two-part...
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022: September Is The New January
Swarzy and Ben sit down with Jacob Roberts-Mensah (@roberts_mensah) - the talented co-writer and creator of fiction podcast, Dem Times (@demtimesshow) - to decide if September is the mark of new beginnings or the end of the year. With summer now well and truly over, are we all on a home run to...
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021: We're Back For Season 2!
Swarzy & Ben are back for Season 2! What have they got coming up? ---------- A Create Productions Podcast
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Season 1 Finale
Swarzy & Ben wrap-up Season 1 and look ahead to Season 2 ... They'll be back sooner than you think! ---------- A Create Productions Podcast
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020: Are Black Cabs Better Than Uber?
Swarzy and Ben talk “Black Cabs vs Uber” with special guest and legend behind “Cabby Chronicles”, Reda! Find out the weird and wonderful life behind this black cab driver as Reda takes Swarzy and Ben on a journey of what it’s like to be the eyes and ears of our city... ---------- A Create...
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019: Your Podcast Starter Pack
Swarzy is joined by The Litmus Podcast Producer, Lottie, and Angel, who's on work experience with the podcast. At different stages of their podcasting journey, they exchange their podcast Do's and Don'ts. ---------- A Create Productions Podcast
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018: Go Green 4 Grenfell
Two years ago today, the world woke up heartbroken by the Grenfell Tower Fire that claimed 72 lives and left hundreds of others transformed forever. To mark the two year anniversary, Swarzy speaks to a woman she will forever admire: Sandra Ruiz. Sandra is a member of Grenfell United - the…
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017: The Litmus Podcast Welcomes Soul Brother One!
On this episode, Ben & Swarzy speak about Soul Brother One’s new album 'Authentic S.O.U.L.' Why does he make music? His journey with sickle cell anemia and the importance of giving blood And his legacy of working in the community ---------- A Create Productions Podcast
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016: It's A No From Me
This Friday, in the spirit of Simon Cowell, Swarzy & Ben discuss what's a 'No' from them; from wild names to public transport etiquette to incessant WhatsApp messages to couple dynamics, what's a 'No' from you? ---------- A Create Productions Podcast
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015: Everyone Should Run Their Own Business
The Litmus today is 'Everyone Should Run Their Own Business'. Do you agree or disagree? Swarzy and Ben sit down with the brilliant minds behind Ile La Wa, Dorcas Magbadelo & Chanelle Joseph, to unpick today's topic. ---------- A Create Productions Podcast
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014: Swarzy's Top Five Events In May!
Fancy going out out? Crack open your calendar as Swarzy gives you the inside scoop behind the TOP 5 EVENTS she’s hosting this month, and dials in some very exciting guests to talk about the following dates you don’t want to miss out on... BBL Basketball Playoff Semi-Final London City Royals vs...
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013: What Is Life Teaching You Right Now?
We’re all students of life, so Swarzy and Ben catch up about what they have been learning recently. From Ben walking his first swim-wear cat walk to Swarzy weighing up compromise and confrontation, find out what life lessons these two have to offer you this week. ---------- A Create Productions...
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012: My Career - When Do I Shut Up, Put Up, and Speak Up?
After hosting the BBC’s only black political show “Dotun On Sunday” for 20 years, Dotun inspired many when he corrected and spoke up against the BBC’s announcement that they’d be dropping him come the end of March 2019. From loyal listeners to multiple MPs, people showed their support and after...
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011: How Will You Be Remembered?
Against the backdrop of Good Friday, Swarzy and Ben discuss life and legacy with the talented poet, Julianknxx. Find out how the trio tackle such a big question and which characteristics they believe are essential for leaving behind a legacy. ---------- A Create Productions Podcast
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010: Are The Best Musicians Found In The Church?
Some people can play music. And then there’s some people who can plaaaaay music. Swarzy and Ben catch up with their good friend and talented musician Aaron Broome to talk all things music for this week’s Litmus: are the best musicians found in the Church? ---------- A Create Productions Podcast
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009: Is University The Best Three Years Of Your Life?
Let’s talk Uni! This week, the legends Bilal and Patrick from 'Over The Bridge Podcast' join Swarzy and Ben to shed light on an all-important Litmus: “University is the best three years of your life.”
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008: Is Family Redundant?
Swarzy and Ben welcome special guests Lionheart and Dan to #TheLitmusPodcast to discuss a subject that has the power to spark and capture every emotion: family. With humour and honesty, the four sit down to unpack this week’s Litmus that will have everyone landing differently: is family…
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007: Is Hard Work All You Need To Succeed?
Swarzy sits down to talk all things radio and hard work with two legends in the game: Dotun Adebayo from BBC Radio London and BBC Radio 5 Live, and Angie Greaves from Magic FM. With so much experience and heaps of knowledge, these two incredible guests are no strangers when it comes to hard work....
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006: Is Life Harder As A Teenager Than As An Adult?
Swarzy and Ben chat to their wonderful, young friend Shanai about what the teenage experience is like in the modern day, with the challenges of social media, school pressure and being constantly contactable. *This episode was recorded in 2018, when Shanai had just received her GCSE results.…
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005: Can You 'Cancel' Someone In 2019?
With the allegations against R Kelly still sending shockwaves across the music industry and the launch of Channel 4's 'Leaving Neverland' exposé on Michael Jackson, Swarzy Macaly & Ben Hurst explore the topic of Cancel Culture. What is Cancel Culture, what does it mean to 'cancel' someone, and is...
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004: Swarzy's Birthday Special!
This is a LITMUS PODCAST SPECIAL! To celebrate her birthday, Swarzy wanted to sit down with her nearest and dearest to talk about life! Join Swarzy and Ben for an episode filled with gems and banter featuring special guests: Aaron Louis, Chiko Shire, Chris K Martin and Chennessy.
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003: Is Self-Belief All You Need To Keep Creativity Alive?
Swarzy and Ben are joined by Reuben Christian to discuss creativity, perspective and self-belief. ------- A Create Productions Podcast
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002: Is It Better To Be Single Or In A Relationship?
Looking back on Valentines', Swarzy and Ben sit down with Love Island’s Marcel Somerville and Writer/Activist Chanté Joseph to talk about love! Today’s Litmus: Is it better to be single or in a relationship? ------- A Create Productions Podcast
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001: Do We Fear Our Nightmares More Than We Chase Our Dreams?
Swarzy and Ben sit down with Adjani Salmon, Natasha Jatania, and Max Evans from 4Quarter Films to talk all about their award-winning web series, Dreaming Whilst Black. ------- A Create Productions Podcast
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Swarzy Macaly & Ben Hurst
Meet your Litmus Podcast hosts: Swarzy Macaly & Ben Hurst. Subscribe to not miss an episode - they're dropping every Friday! You have an idea for a Litmus Test? Comment in a review on iTunes - Swarz and Ben will find it! ---------- A Create Productions Podcast
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In a world of tweets, captions, and echo chambers, what do we really think? Join Swarzy Macaly and Ben Hurst as they put their friends and special guests to the test by unpacking topics. They will be exploring opinions and reactions, whilst making sure no one is left sitting on the fence! From...
About this show
In a world of tweets, captions, and echo chambers, what do we really think?
Join Swarzy Macaly and Ben Hurst as they put their friends and special guests to the test by unpacking topics. They will be exploring opinions and reactions, whilst making sure no one is left sitting on the fence!
From discussing where their heart lies to what’s trending on everyone's timeline, Swarzy and Ben conduct the most exciting Litmus Tests ... And the results are incredible.
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