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Track 42 - You Don't Choose Your Family
As our recap continues, we touch on the nuance of morality vs family and address the structure of the royal family, and how this cozzy livs is pure pandemonium! Some political figures have damned their souls, and Denzel may have damned his social media feed with his Beyoncé take. Denz's TopPicks:...
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Track 41 - Comeback Szn
WE’RE BACK! We’ve been gone for a year and some change, but we’re back. Where have we been? Well this episode is like a run through of what we we’re doing in our time apart. From baecations to birthdays and graduations, we run through it all. Also we give a rough schedule of when you can expect...
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Track 40 (SIDE B) - Who Would You Go Therapy With? ft Andu
We wanted to make sure we capitalise on having another guest on the podcast, so before he left, we asked Andu for his perspective on therapy, and who would he go to it with. This led to a really good and open discussion about the reasons as to why we would or wouldn't give therapy a try, and the...
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Track 40 (Side A) - Day Parties and Brunches ft Andu
On this week's episode, we're joined again by Andu who walks us through how the recent bank holiday made him come to an epiphany about the landscape, and age range difference in the black London scene. Did you break the bank once outside was open? And do you still go to full-on house motives in...
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Track 39 - Height and Weight
On this episode we discuss the online attitude towards people's body image, and why we feel a level on entitlement to comment on it, especially when it comes to fat women and short men. Where did we learn these ideals, and why are we so content on being ignorant to the issues people go through?…
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Track 38 - Juuj vs the West
In this weeks episode we discuss where we first heard of black magic/juju and the representation and reputation, it has across western civilisations. We also discuss how much the things we like/care about are outraged about are actual just because other people are. Denzel's Top Picks: Shay Lia -...
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Track 37 - The Art of Conversation
On Track 37 we talk discuss the things that are attached to languages. Whether it be culture, ignorance, or opportunities: your language says a lot about you. We explore all the consequences of that, and ask ourselves how much we REALLY care about any of them. Denz’s Top Picks: Brent Faiyaz…
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Track 36 - Men vs Women, Season 21
On today’s episode we speak about the inequalities between men and women in the perception of relationships and in the rap game. Why are women the ones that are made to feel embarrassed when their partners cheat on them, and why are female rappers viewed as female rappers, and not just rappers??...
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Track 35 - Tyra, Tumblr and Black Creativity
On today's episode we have a special guest, and friend to the show, Tyra. Best way to describe her? In the words of Lex, a 'media boss.' She guides us through her journey of discovery from interning at radio stations to having a bi-weekly show on No Signal radio, through to videography and her...
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Track 34 - TikTok Dances at Recess?
On today's episode we talk about how big TikTok has become in our lives and how much it affects culture. We dig deep into the consequences of going through life milestones, such as university, without actually having to interact with people and if this will become the norm as the end of this...
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Track 33 - Will You Be My Valentine?
In this episode we discuss how we feel about public holidays and what they stand for. Since it’s fast approaching, we talk about the “day of love” and pose the all important questions: why is Valentine’s Day even important and do we celebrate it for the sake of fomo? Denz's Top Picks: Chip…
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Track 32 - To What Extent? ft Andu
To our TwinPodcast family, we just wanna say we've missed you guys soo much, and we hope you've enjoyed your Christmases and New Years! To kick off our return from our break, we thought it was only right to talk about an app that kept us entertained during it, and that was none other than...
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Track 31 - Pretty Little Tactics
This episode we reflect on and shout-out a couple businesses that started or really started to pop during lockdown. And was a lot of it down to struggle breeding creativity? And if so, does that explain why the black community is especially so creative and innovative? Another big method for these...
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Track 30 - Dubai or Die
We start off talking about the Headie One and Tion Wayne altercation, and does it feed into the argument that ‘black people ruin places’? We challenge and debate this idea, and address the identity crisis that some black people face when they are in exclusive spaces; both physically and in...
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Track 29 - Au Revoir Cinéma
In this episode we speak about the recent closure of Cineworld cinemas, and is this karma for their actions during the roll out of Blue Story? This also begs the question are cinemas are even relevant anymore, and what purpose do they serve today? Would you take a babe/guy to the cinema for the...
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Track 28 - Master of None
We kick off this episode with Chip vs. Stormzy, touching on Chip’s diss tracks and the public patiently awaiting Stormzy’s response. The whole situation begs the question: do they have the same audience? We go on to discuss GOAT criteria, whether or not the title can expire and how long before...
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Track 27 - I Own Ya Big Head
Soooo, we celebrated our anniversary this month! Can you believe that it’s been a year already? Hard to believe, but 27 episodes later, here we are! So when we were looking back at our last year in the podcasting space, it made us reflect on the recent conversations about ownership amongst...
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Track 26 - Lemme See Your Hairline
On this weeks episode we talk about that thing that grows from your head-top, and that’s hair!! 02.50, we discuss our hair routines, and how they’ve changed over the years. This leads us to reflect on the maddest hairstyles we’ve had, 12.50. And the episode comes to a head, when Denzel goes in...
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Track 25 - I Should Earn More
On this track we have the 'uncomfortable' chat about the topic of wages/salaries and all of the politics attached to it. This varies from debating about your partners salary vs their spending habits, what roles in an industry are overpaid/underpaid, and where we learnt our spending habits from.…
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Track 24 - Confirmation Class Glow Up
On Track 24, we reflect on the transition from primary school to secondary school, and all the life changes that came with it. Including friendship groups, the treatment from teachers, and the drama of teenage relationships. What moment do you remember most from secondary school, and why? Feel…
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Track 23 - P is for Privacy
On this weeks episode we discuss being public vs private with your relationship, and which one we prefer. As both can come with consequences. Does your partner require you to let people know that you’re in a relationship in social settings, as well as online? We also ask the tough question of can...
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Track 22 - Growing Pains
On this week’s episode we give a recap of our different experiences from our first protests. As always, we enjoy being honest with you guys, and we talk about how we feel about the progress of the podcast. We then give our feelings about the growing pains of transitioning out of lockdown, as well...
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Track 21 - On Dr Umar’s Internet?
On this weeks episode of the podcast we make our stance on racism extra clear, if we haven’t done so already. We see no space for it. Anywhere. We speak on George Floyd’s tragic murder, and the countless other BLACK LIVES that society are showing us don’t matter. We also discuss...
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Track 20 - What’s it like being cool?
Are you one of those people that hate things just for the sake of hating them? If so look away! In track 20 we talk about the changing world of social media marketing, and the impact of contrarians voicing their opinions online - varying from Beyoncé, to Ssnow t-shirts, and Jordan 1’s. This leads...
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Track 19 - Like, Comment, Share and Subscribe
Cue the Ja Rule - Livin It Up horns; WE’RE BACK!! After a long wait, we’re back and talking about something that we have all been seeing a lot during this quarantine period - promo and ads. We discuss how we find the landscape of social media with the inclusion of paid ads, as well as the impact...
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Track 18 - 10 Things I Hate About You
Track 18 is all about how people try to improve each other/situations with constructive criticism. We discuss how sensitive UK musicians are about criticism, and the differences between how people in the UK give/receive criticism vs how Ghanaians do. This leads to us debating how criticism was...
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Track 17 - Rules of Engagement
Track 17 starts with a short review of SiR’s London concert. Based off the experience of going, and the content of his music, we dive into the awkward and sticky conversation of what dating/seeing somebody is; and when you are, what are the rules of engagement? This question of rules leads onto a...
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Track 16 - General Chit Chat
Track 16 is a quite a laid back episode, as we have a conversation about recent events in music. We spark off the episode with speaking about how people take in the personalities of J Hus vs Stormzy. We also use the recent release of Mnelia’s ‘Say Yeah,’ to have a debate about the negative…
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Track 15 - To The Girl on the W3
*Kendrick voice* LOVE OR LUST? That’s the first question we answer in track 15, and that sets the tone for our love based episode. We look at what influenced how we viewed love growing up, including film and Ghanaian/ British culture, vs what we think love is now. And with both of us working and…
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Track 14 - Uni is on my neck!
In Track 14 we share our different university experiences. Touching on the pros and cons of both living away for uni and living at home, and what the effects of both can be in the long run. We also talk about how family culture can effect your uni experience, aswell as uni vs your mental health....
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Track 13 - Get Outta My Pub!
In this episode we briefly recap our 2020 so far, touch on our Top (2019 Project) Picks and get into the trials and tribulations of cultural differences. From previous musical eras to this one, from an all white monarch to the addition of Meghan Markle... we explore the question as to why people...
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Track 12 - 12th Month/Kwaku’s Interlude
Closing off the year and the decade, we have a special guest with us: Kwaku Asante! We discuss his background in, and out, of the music industry, and how that led to his debut EP ‘honeycomb.’ We also discuss the highs and lows of our individual years, and reflect on Christmas traditions. Via our...
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Track 11 - Death Trap
They say life is all about the journey, and not the destination. Well, Track 11 is a combination of all the fuckery that happens on the journey, while you travel. From ranting about TFL, to Ghanaian relatives trying to kill you on the streets of Kumasi, to flights without socks - Track 11 covers…
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Track 10 - Thank You
Track 10 is really dedicated to you all as listeners. Whether first time, regular, or last, this episode is for making the effort to listen. With that being said, we attempted to answer/address the questions/topics you asked us to. Again, thank you, and here’s to 10 more episodes! Denzel’s Top...
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Track 9 - Insecurities
Track 9 shows us at our most vulnerable, as we take a step back and humble ourselves by bringing our insecurities to the forefront. We look at what role insecurities can play in our own lives, and the greater effect they can have on others. This is followed by a brief round up of the recently...
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Track 8 - Social Media Graveyard
In Track 8 we look at the pros and cons of behaviour on social media, and where either can take you. We then take a trip through the social media graveyard, and reflect on how/what platforms of the past moulded the platforms that we use today. Denzel’s Top Picks: SIR - You Can’t Save Me, Torey...
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Track 7 - No Rap Cap
Track 7 asks you the big question: does your word hold weight? Through untangling this question, we take a look at the aspects of being a capper, and if we fit the mould of one. This results to a look at the antics surrounding the Summer Walker show, and leads onto an overdue review of some…
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Track 6 - Protecting Peace Police
Track 6 is a detailed look at the different aspects of peace within peoples lives. This varies from the twitter protecting peace merchants, to the mythology of peace in its totality across a global scale. We also discuss the coexistence between happiness and peace across generations. Denzel’s top...
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Track 5 - Family Ties
In Track 5 we take a shallow dive into our pasts, growing up and how the things we believed and experienced then, affect us now. Denzel’s top picks: Mint Condition - Breakin’ My Heart (Pretty Brown Eyes), Lucky Daye - Roll Some Mo, Chip - Good Morning Britain Lexus’ top picks: Summer Walker…
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Track 4 - No Good Deeds
In Track 4, we discuss the act of doing good deeds, and the moral implications of them. This leads to a debate on the belief in karma, and how religion factors into this. Is justice served before people die? Denzel’s top picks: Smino - Amphetamine, GBNGA - No Time, Skepta - Track 5 Lexus’ top...
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Track 3 - Burnt Bridges & Birthdays
On Track 3 we look back at Denzel’s birthday celebrations and weigh up the importance of birthdays. This leads to analysing how different cultures and societies celebrate events, and the reactions to them. Denzel’s top picks: A Rumski ft Tuco - Mittens, Mnelia - Love Crimes, Jordan Sefton - Love...
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Track 2 - I’m Calling Mummy
Track 2 delves deeper into the nature of culture, and what it means to people. We take aim at how culture can be manipulated; from the likes of Akon, to Popsmoke and Lil Nas X. Also breaking down how culture is transferred from parent to child amongst Ghanaians. Twitter: @crysus_ @quoteKwame...
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Track 1 - Gengster
Track 1 takes the shape of the first track on an album, it acts as an intro. This is an introduction to who we are and what we like. We discuss what was popping during Hot Girl Summer, festivals vs concerts, and what's new in music; including WSTRN, Snoh Aalegra, Mahalia, Kano and more. Twitter:...
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Siblings Denzel and Lexus discuss various topics that affect the UK culture, in both music and trends, and topics that affect the culture of family. With bi-weekly episodes, sit back and join the family of the TwinPodcast.
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