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Today’s show was a two-person special with Brent and Sade holding down the fort, giving the episode a more personal, back-and-forth vibe.

They kicked off with jokes, morning stories, and reflections on TDA’s history before jumping into the headlines:

• Migration reality check:
  A viral video breaking down how little asylum seekers actually cost the UK sparked a deep conversation on how politicians weaponise immigration to distrac...

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The main discussion centred around a viral prenup scenario:

A man with $12 million wants to marry a woman with $50k, and the prenup triggered emotional tension because she felt he wouldn’t be entering the marriage the same way she is.

This sparked a BIG debate in the room about:

• Whether prenups protect love or undermine it

• If p...

🎙️ TDA Patreon Summary - November 17th

A warm and hilarious Monday comeback, filled with laughter, travel stories, and thoughtful cultural debate. The team opened the show with energy as Gina returned from her Red Bull trip to New York and Mexico - where she attended Red Bull Symphonic with Asake and shared what she called “the best concert of her life.” The crew caught up on travel chaos, winter cold, and the joys (and pains) of o...

🎙️ TDA | Patreon Summary - Dr Umar, Prince & Politics

Today’s episode centred around a deep breakdown of Dr Umar’s video, the points he raised about the Black community, and the panel’s reactions to his message. The team unpacked the core arguments, the cultural impact, and the wider implications of what he said.

Alongside that, the crew touched on:

• Prince’s legacy and wild stories from his early relationships

• AI music attempt...

🎙️ Patreon Summary - TDA: November 13th

A lively Thursday morning on The Day After, packed with laughter, deep dives, and a few fiery debates. The team started lightheartedly-catching up on Sade night out at Remmel London’s Mainstream Live event, complete with shoutouts to Nadia J, Bola Sol, and a chat about the power of being prepared when opportunity calls.

Things quickly turned reflective when a viral clip about modern dating and...

🎙️ TDA Patreon Summary - November 12th

A lively Wednesday episode kicked off with laughs, reflections, and a little chaos from yesterday’s debate - but balance was restored with heartfelt moments about mental health and accountability. Ed’s story on his personal journey stood out, inspiring conversation about men’s mental well-being and vulnerability in the community.

The team later dived into the topic of relationships and money, d...

The team started the morning lighthearted - playful banter about sacrifices, ownership, and giving 100% energy to what you believe in. That conversation evolved into something deeper: how men show up, not just in work but in life.

The hosts opened up about how difficult it can be for men to maintain consistency, vulnerability, and purpose, especially when so much of modern masculinity is tied to performance, not peace. One host admi...

In this episode, the team dives deep into one of the most divisive debates in our community - should Black people boycott non-Black (specifically South Asian) shops, or should the focus simply be on building and supporting Black businesses instead?

What starts as a discussion about economic power turns into a much bigger conversation about community strategy, cultural unity, and the fine line between empowerment and division.

🎙️ TDA – Monday, November 10

The team kicks off the week with laughter and weekend catch-ups before diving into everything from Black Christmas decorations to mental health and masculinity. The episode touches on the power of men speaking up, following the tragic passing of NFL player MarShawn Nealon, sparking real talk on friendship, checking in, and emotional honesty.

They also break down the GUAP Gala, celebrating creatives pushi...

🎙️ Friday 8th November - TDA: The Day After

The team kick off with laughs about spiders, pests and divine justice before diving into a real talk on cosmetic surgery - BBLs, hair transplants and the fine line between self-love and insecurity. From there, they shout out Dreaming Whilst Black season two, raise awareness for Jamaica’s hurricane relief, and debate electric cars, new taxes, and government priorities. The convo wraps ...

🎙️ The Day After – Thursday 6th November

The hosts started the show with good vibes and birthday shoutouts before diving into an update from a listener dilemma - a 36-year-old woman dating a man with three kids. The team offered grounded advice on communication, patience, and not overthinking early-stage relationships.

Main Discussion Highlights:

• Faith & Family:
  The crew debated Chunks’ recent comments about disowning a c...

🎙️ The Day After - 5th November Recap

The hosts kicked off the morning in good spirits, celebrating birthdays and catching up on food spots like Stock and Accra, before diving into updates about THE NEW BLXCK merch now showing live on stream. Brent teased upcoming slogan drops (“Melanin Jam-Packed” etc.), with plans to expand product options for the crew and community.

Main Discussion Highlights:

• Stephen Bartlett’s $425M Valuatio...

🎙️ TDA: The Day After - 3rd November

It was a packed morning full of laughter, reflection, and fire conversation. The show opened with Shadie sharing her love for Mondays, journaling habits, and lessons from therapy before diving into weekend recaps - from the Beauty Beat event in London to the backlash surrounding Black women-led spaces and online criticism culture.

We dove into the real reason as to why Trump wants to help the ch...

Today’s episode was one of those mornings - a mix of laughter, real talk, and powerful insight. The team kicked off with their usual chaos and banter before grounding the show with a special guest whose perspective took things deeper.

Guest: Ifá Practitioner & Educator
Our guest broke down the spiritual foundation of Ifá - the West African system of knowledge and divination that predates colonial religion. He explored:

• The...

Another vibrant morning at The Day After, the home of popular culture as defined by you - the culture. The team kicked off with laughs, community shoutouts, and reflections on viral clips, online debates, and the blurring line between real-world and digital accountability. They dissected podcast drama surrounding Tricky and Bouncer, exploring how online ego, “street rules,” and content creation collide.

In the news:

• Labour leader...

A landmark conversation with Bell Ribeiro-Addy, MP for Clapham and Brixton Hill, and one of Parliament’s boldest voices for justice, equality, and truth. From her South London roots to Westminster, Bell breaks down what it really means to serve a community - not perform politics. The team dig into everything from Britain’s colonial legacy and reparations to maternal health for Black women, youth empowerment, and the fight to rebuil...

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