In this episode the cast are joined by fellow Cambridge grad Mariel Richards who works in the advertising industry and challenges the lack of diversity in the sector! She also a part of Gal-Dem, an online and print magazine written by women and non-binary people of colour! We talk about the advertising industry, diversity & the need for Gal-Dem in the space! *JOIN OUR MAILING LIST* To stay up to date with the latest OTB goings on, join our mailing list. You will get exclusive access to conte...
Oct 21, 2018•46 min
Is Britain a 'Less Racist Society'? Following controversial comments made on BBC Show 'Question Time' we discuss whether or not Britain is more or less racist than other places! *JOIN OUR MAILING LIST* To stay up to date with the latest OTB goings on, join our mailing list. You will get exclusive access to content, giveaways, free tickets to live shows and more! https://forms.gle/TYmvFWiutZmdcz1w8 As ever, get in touch: e-mail: otbpodcastuk@gmail.com Twitter: @otbpodcastuk Instagram: @otbpodcast...
Oct 07, 2018•1 hr 1 min
In this episode we discuss what it's like navigating the world of work as a non-white person and whether or not our university experiences prepared us for that! Joined by fellow Cambridge grad Kristy Duru to share her insights working in corporate law, it's another great conversation! *JOIN OUR MAILING LIST* To stay up to date with the latest OTB goings on, join our mailing list. You will get exclusive access to content, giveaways, free tickets to live shows and more! https://forms.gle/TYmvFWiut...
Sep 16, 2018•1 hr 10 min
In this episode the guys get together to discuss cultural appropriation in light of the "Jerk Rice Gate". We touch on what cultural appropriation is, who are the gatekeepers of a culture, and what is the difference between appropriation and appreciation. Enjoy! *JOIN OUR MAILING LIST* To stay up to date with the latest OTB goings on, join our mailing list. You will get exclusive access to content, giveaways, free tickets to live shows and more! https://forms.gle/TYmvFWiutZmdcz1w8 Get in touch: e...
Sep 10, 2018•55 min
In this episode Bilal, Kwaku, Tom & Patrick are joined by award winning Grime artist Stormzy for his debut appearance on a podcast!. In an exclusive reveal, Stormzy walks us through the motivations behind the Scholarships for black students at Cambridge University and we discuss how to use ones platform. *JOIN OUR MAILING LIST* To stay up to date with the latest OTB goings on, join our mailing list. You will get exclusive access to content, giveaways, free tickets to live shows and more! htt...
Sep 02, 2018•43 min
In this episode we discuss what is in a name: What do our names say about us? Do they allow us to navigate certain spaces differently? We are joined once again by our previous guest and now friend of the podcast, Baker. This one sparked some interesting conversation and we all learnt a fair bit more about each other in the process too. *JOIN OUR MAILING LIST* To stay up to date with the latest OTB goings on, join our mailing list. You will get exclusive access to content, giveaways, free tickets...
Aug 27, 2018•1 hr 10 min
This week has truly been one full of black excellence and this episode is a celebration of these success stories. We are joined by Baker, a young Ugandan-born East Londoner who recently met his offer, confirming his place to study medicine at Cambridge University. This one was was close to our hearts as we hear Baker's story and his advice for other aspirational young black people of his generation. We also explore how it is that Brampton Manor Academy produces so many BME students that go on to...
Aug 19, 2018•58 min
This week we discuss the Education system and University Admissions, particularly of Black and Mixed-Race students at top universities. Are universities to blame for low intake numbers? Is there something else at play? We are joined by our friend Kalil, Head of Year 11 at his current school as we discuss the Education System, University Admissions & Black & Mixed Race Students. *JOIN OUR MAILING LIST* To stay up to date with the latest OTB goings on, join our mailing list. You will get e...
Aug 13, 2018•1 hr 13 min
Join us as we discuss activism as a brand, in an age of social media & a growing number of young people getting involved with activism. Special guest George The Poet sheds some light on his own experiences navigating the media world with a socially conscious ethic. *JOIN OUR MAILING LIST* To stay up to date with the latest OTB goings on, join our mailing list. You will get exclusive access to content, giveaways, free tickets to live shows and more! https://forms.gle/TYmvFWiutZmdcz1w8 Get in ...
Aug 05, 2018•1 hr
Join us as we kick of Season 2 with special guest George The Poet in with us as we answer the question: Should go back to where we are 'really from'? Is there an argument for us to return to the birthcountries of our parents and grandparents and if so what do we do when we get there? *JOIN OUR MAILING LIST* To stay up to date with the latest OTB goings on, join our mailing list. You will get exclusive access to content, giveaways, free tickets to live shows and more! https://forms.gle/TYmvFWiutZ...
Jul 29, 2018•1 hr 1 min
Here we are, the last episode of the season! Join us as we discuss 'The Sunken Place', what is it? 'The White Gaze' - Have we ever been there? And more! *JOIN OUR MAILING LIST* To stay up to date with the latest OTB goings on, join our mailing list. You will get exclusive access to content, giveaways, free tickets to live shows and more! https://forms.gle/TYmvFWiutZmdcz1w8 Get in touch: email: otbpodcastuk@gmail.com Twitter: @otbpodcastuk
May 13, 2018•1 hr 8 min
Join us for the penultimate episode of the season as we talk about our own Mental Health & wellbeing at University, in the workplace and as young men. Do we talk enough about it? Does social media add to feelings of stress and anxiety? *JOIN OUR MAILING LIST* To stay up to date with the latest OTB goings on, join our mailing list. You will get exclusive access to content, giveaways, free tickets to live shows and more! https://forms.gle/TYmvFWiutZmdcz1w8 Get in touch: email: otbpodcastuk@gma...
May 07, 2018•1 hr 5 min
In this episode we discuss colourism in light of 'cancelling' celebrities for views on the past. With our first guest speakers Isaac & Mayowa, we explore where these views come from, who gets hurt by them, has anything changed and what can be done moving forwards to change the narrative... *JOIN OUR MAILING LIST* To stay up to date with the latest OTB goings on, join our mailing list. You will get exclusive access to content, giveaways, free tickets to live shows and more! https://forms.gle/...
Apr 30, 2018•57 min
What do we make of gentrification? Do we welcome it? Is it a necessary evil? Is it 'classist', or even racist? Listen as the guys get into discussion with some viewpoints that might surprise you. *JOIN OUR MAILING LIST* To stay up to date with the latest OTB goings on, join our mailing list. You will get exclusive access to content, giveaways, free tickets to live shows and more! https://forms.gle/TYmvFWiutZmdcz1w8 Get in touch: email: otbpodcastuk@gmail.com Twitter: @otbpodcastuk
Apr 16, 2018•1 hr 11 min
Join us in Episode 6 as we get together and discuss our views on masculinity, vulnerability and attempt to answer the question: what does it even mean to be a man? *JOIN OUR MAILING LIST* To stay up to date with the latest OTB goings on, join our mailing list. You will get exclusive access to content, giveaways, free tickets to live shows and more! https://forms.gle/TYmvFWiutZmdcz1w8 Get in touch: email: otbpodcastuk@gmail.com Twitter: @otbpodcastuk
Apr 08, 2018•1 hr 5 min
In this episode we get to know the cast a little bit more as we dive into the aspects of our identity. What makes us who we are? What are the parts of ourselves that are important and what even is identity anyway? *JOIN OUR MAILING LIST* To stay up to date with the latest OTB goings on, join our mailing list. You will get exclusive access to content, giveaways, free tickets to live shows and more! https://forms.gle/TYmvFWiutZmdcz1w8 Get in touch: email: otbpodcastuk@gmail.com Twitter: @otbpodcas...
Apr 02, 2018•1 hr
In this episode we explore the intersection of the black British experience and class identity. Is there a lack of awareness and representation of black people that are middle class? *JOIN OUR MAILING LIST* To stay up to date with the latest OTB goings on, join our mailing list. You will get exclusive access to content, giveaways, free tickets to live shows and more! https://forms.gle/TYmvFWiutZmdcz1w8 Get in touch: email: otbpodcastuk@gmail.com Twitter: @otbpodcastuk
Mar 25, 2018•49 min
Join us for Episode 3 where we discuss our problematic faves. In light of the recent social media backlash to comments made by Skepta and Anthony Joshua - are we expecting too much from celebrities we like to be "woke"? *JOIN OUR MAILING LIST* To stay up to date with the latest OTB goings on, join our mailing list. You will get exclusive access to content, giveaways, free tickets to live shows and more! https://forms.gle/TYmvFWiutZmdcz1w8 Get in touch: email: otbpodcastuk@gmail.com Twitter: @otb...
Mar 18, 2018•43 min
Join us for episode 2 where we talk about the representation of Black People in the Media. Expect reflections on the Nike Londoner advert, Black Panther and more! *JOIN OUR MAILING LIST* To stay up to date with the latest OTB goings on, join our mailing list. You will get exclusive access to content, giveaways, free tickets to live shows and more! https://forms.gle/TYmvFWiutZmdcz1w8 Get in touch: email: otbpodcastuk@gmail.com Twitter: @otbpodcastuk
Mar 11, 2018•1 hr 3 min
Hey, meet Tom, Patrick, Kwaku & Bilal, 4 Black & Mixed-Race guys who became friends a few years back whilst studying at Cambridge University. In this, our inaugural episode of Over The Bridge, we each explore the question 'Would you do Cambridge again?' We look back at our lives before and whilst at university because, let's face it, you didn't think we were the normal face of such a university right? *JOIN OUR MAILING LIST* To stay up to date with the latest OTB goings on, join our mail...
Feb 28, 2018•1 hr 18 min
