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Two young black men giving you their view on the world as they see it. Your hosts Ewan & DB focus on educating their listeners on topics such as Politics, Economics & Social Issues within the diaspora. Be prepared to laugh, learn and join in with the conversation on twitter using the #CTBPODCAST. Don’t forget to follow us on Twitter @CTBPODCAST_
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Who's Most Likely To Go To Heaven Ft The Mandem

CTB podcastAug 04, 2020

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Is it Love Over Everything?

Is it Love Over Everything?

In this episode, Ewan and DB discuss the Royal Family situation and whether it’s always right to prioritise love over all things when choosing your partner. They also discuss the impact of image and marketing in the music industry and how an artists image could take them further than their talent plus more.
Mar 16, 202159:07
Where are the mandem at?

Where are the mandem at?

In this weeks episode Ewan and DB speak about their view of ‘being a man’ has changed as they’ve grown + more.
Feb 19, 202159:59
We Are Back!

We Are Back!

In this nee episode Ewan and DB, review 2020 as a whole as well as whether it was a good year for music. We also have a brief conversation explaining the GameStop and Robin Hood situation.
Feb 10, 202159:18
Image Gang!

Image Gang!

In this weeks episode of CTB Ewan and DB speak about image and reputation. Should you care what people think about you? How can you influence how people to perceive you? Can you change your reputation? + more 

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Dec 17, 202042:33
The Principles of Friendship

The Principles of Friendship

In this episode Ewan & DB speak on what they expect from friendships as well as what they wouldn't put up with in a friendship.

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Dec 09, 202001:02:46
Get To Know Us!

Get To Know Us!

In this Episode Ewan & DB answer a series of questions which will give you a better insight to what they're actually like as people, we hope you enjoy.

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Dec 02, 202047:34
Legality vs Morality

Legality vs Morality

In this episode Ewan & DB have an interesting conversation about whether we should put more trust in the law or more trust in our morals + more 

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Nov 24, 202052:49
Understand Your Place

Understand Your Place

In this episode Ewan and DB speak about proximity and banter. How close do you have to be banter someone? Plus much more
Nov 17, 202048:20
Trump v Biden

Trump v Biden

In this episode Ewan & DB give their opinion on the recent US election result + more

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Nov 10, 202001:07:28
The Trolley Problem

The Trolley Problem

In this episode Ewan & DB discuss a moral dilemma known as the trolley problem, the conversation takes an interesting diversion. They also try and decide what is the greatest world threat at this current moment in time, is it war? Or is it corona? Could it be something completely different? Nevertheless it was a great conversation. We hope you enjoy this episode, don't forget to follow us on instagram @_ctbpodcast as well as follow us on twitter @CTBPODCAST_. Have a good week and #CTB
Nov 03, 202048:29
"Yxng Bane is Top 5"

"Yxng Bane is Top 5"

This week Ewan and DB have a chat about music. Mainly the UK and US scenes. Who is top 5? Why? Will Ewan and DB be able to remove bias from their choices? The answer is never, although it was hilarious to hear them try and justify their choices. Don't forget to follow us on twitter @CTBPODCAST_ and on insta @_ctbpodcast
Oct 29, 202001:17:37
What’s your ick?

What’s your ick?

In this episode Ewan and DB touch on what would put them off in a partner. Another topic of their conversation is whether the whole pandemic has been handled adequately + more. Don’t forget to follow the gram @_ctbpodcast & twitter @CTBPODCAST_
Oct 20, 202048:23
Change is good!

Change is good!

This week we discuss the negative stigma around change and why in fact it’s a positive to change and grow. Follow us on insta @_ctbpodcast and on twitter @CTBPODCAST_.
Oct 13, 202034:10
Take Care Of Yourself!

Take Care Of Yourself!

This week DB and Ewan speak about what it’s actually like to live without your parents and taking care of yourself in general. Don’t forget to Follow is on Instagram @_ctbpodcast & on Twitter @CTBPODCAST_
Oct 06, 202037:48
“Employment is the ghetto”

“Employment is the ghetto”

In this weeks episode Ewan & DB are joined by Ewan’s older sister once again. Although this weeks conversation is about life after uni, life in the working world. Don’t forget to Follow us on Instagram @_ctbpodcast and on twitter @CTBPODCAST_
Sep 29, 202044:23
"You Have No Business in Hakkasan"

"You Have No Business in Hakkasan"

In this episode we are joined by Ewan's older sister, we have a brief conversation about the PS5 and whether or not we would be able to accept one from our significant other. We also speak about Dates and how much we would spend as well whether social media has clouded our judgement on the matter + much more. Don’t forget to follow us on Instagram @_ctbpodcast & Twitter @CTBPODCAST_
Sep 22, 202001:19:14
Clout is Killing my People

Clout is Killing my People

In this weeks episode DB & Ewan speak about how the lust for notoriety and influence a.k.a 'clout chasing' can be done in either a positive or negative manner. We also speak on how social media is having  negative effect on our actual social lives and how important it is to remember that there is a real life you should be focused on living. Our Kojo vs J Hus discussion from last week continues. An interesting tweet of the week segment as usual and some bangers for song of the week. Don't forget to join the conversation and use the hashtag #CTBPODCAST Follow us on socials:  Instagram: _ctbpodcast Twitter: CTBPODCAST_
Sep 15, 202001:19:03
How Do You Get On The Property Ladder? Ft BrickzWithTipz

How Do You Get On The Property Ladder? Ft BrickzWithTipz

In this weeks episode the main topic is property, mainly how to get on the property ladder and how to get the right mindset and discipline to save for your goals the property investor BrickzWithTipz. Our guest also gives advice tips for those who are already on the property ladder, we also discuss having a mortgage vs renting and have a brief conversation about serviced accommodation. Don't forget to follow BrickzWithTips on instagram @brickzwithtipz and @BrickzwithTipz on Twitter. We just hopped onto instagram so follow us there @_ctbpodcast and follow us on twitter @CTBPODCAST_ and lastly join the conversation using the hashtag #CTBPODCAST
Sep 08, 202001:09:39
How long can we keep the culture going? Ft #ThePepTalk

How long can we keep the culture going? Ft #ThePepTalk

In this Episode Ewan and DB are alongside Sam from #ThePepTalk to speak about how ends is changing, whether ends is more about the place or the people & the gentrification that we’ve noticed in London. We also speak about how the culture we currently subscribe to is under threat because many of us have become engrossed in western culture, we also speak on why a lot of us aren’t able to speak our mother tongues. We have a couple interesting tweets of the week too. Be sure to follow and listen to Sams Podcast #ThePepTalk he’s making a lot of moves right now. Don’t forget to follow us on twitter @CTBPODCAST_ and join the conversation on twitter using the #CTBPODCAST
Sep 01, 202001:38:33
Recession is A State of Mind & Snitches Get Stitches?

Recession is A State of Mind & Snitches Get Stitches?

In this Episode Ewan and DB Explain what a recession is, what the causes are, how it can affect you and how long they usually last. They also speak on the whole Meg Thee Stallion situation and the whole stigma around snitching, how we would react if we were put in a similar situation. Don't forget to follow us on Twitter @CTBPODCAST_ and join the conversation using the #CTBPODCAST
Aug 25, 202001:11:34
Let's Get Political

Let's Get Political

This week Ewan and DB explain the differences between US and UK politics, mainly because there does seem to be a lot of confusion on how the system works, especially amongst young people. They also speak on how black people are portrayed in film and tv and whether black cinema has progressed or regressed. Tweet of the Week was interesting as usual. Don't forget to follow us on Twitter @CTBPODCAST_ and get involved in the conversation using the #CTBPODCAST
Aug 18, 202001:28:58
"I Know A Couple of Balloon Heads"

"I Know A Couple of Balloon Heads"

In this episode Ewan and DB Discuss Drug abuse, as well as how being successful can cause the people around you to become envious.
Aug 11, 202001:39:40
Who's Most Likely To Go To Heaven Ft The Mandem

Who's Most Likely To Go To Heaven Ft The Mandem

This week is a special episode, Ewan & DB brought the mandem along to feature. Safe to say this is our favourite episode to date. We touched on a plethora of Topics including Role Models, Fashion trends as well as 'Who is more important? Your wife or your mum?'. Join the dialogue on Twitter with the hashatag CTBPODCAST. Follow us on Twitter @CTBPODCAST_, Also follow all the mandem on their socials: @Visualsbyta @p2drippyyy @Emman_038
Aug 04, 202001:47:47
“Don’t Put Me in a Compromising position”

“Don’t Put Me in a Compromising position”

This week Ewan & DB discuss whether men and women can have truly platonic relationships with the opposite sex. We also discuss how an increase in income is likely to change a persons political views.
Jul 28, 202001:20:58
It’s All In Your Head

It’s All In Your Head

This week DB and Ewan discuss Mental Health, especially the reasons why people struggle to accept that they’re suffering from mental health issues. We also speak on the Incident regarding Megan Thee Stallion and the diets of the African Diaspora.
Jul 21, 202001:34:42
How To Be A Social Media Influencer ft MaggieMayhem

How To Be A Social Media Influencer ft MaggieMayhem

This week we have our first feature MaggieMayhem. We discussed how one can navigate the influencer market as well as open relationships, disciplining your children + more.
Jul 14, 202001:30:32
“I Don’t Want a Mortgage!”

“I Don’t Want a Mortgage!”

In this episode we discuss personal finance, tweet of the week as usual and a plethora of songs this week.
Jul 07, 202001:27:43
Twitter Isn’t Real Life!

Twitter Isn’t Real Life!

In this episode we discuss the Brixton block party, the sad fact that Liverpool won the league. We also speak on the pressures we as black males place upon ourselves and we added a new segment to the podcast.
Jun 30, 202001:30:28
Is stormzy a sell out? Do ‘the mandem’ need to regulate each other more?

Is stormzy a sell out? Do ‘the mandem’ need to regulate each other more?

In this weeks episode we discuss the UK music scene and how it’s evolved in the last 10 years or so. We also briefly talk about sexual assault and how we as men can do better + more.
Jun 23, 202001:28:22
Have Shame Or You Go Suffer!

Have Shame Or You Go Suffer!

In this episode we discuss some of the shameless antics we’ve seen on social media as of recent. We also speak on how the lines between patriotism and racism are being blurred.
Jun 16, 202001:00:46
“Even if you’re trash it doesn’t damage your value”, Do the rich Owe the poor anything? + More

“Even if you’re trash it doesn’t damage your value”, Do the rich Owe the poor anything? + More

In this weeks episode we briefly discuss how your looks can somewhat shape your life. We also speak on whether the rich wealthy owe the poor anything, which leads us on to how wealth is perceived by the younger generation + more.
Jun 09, 202001:12:05
Black Lives Matter.

Black Lives Matter.

In this weeks episode we discuss the the Black Lives Matter movement, the racial discrimination we have faced throughout our lives and possible outcomes of the protests, looting etc
Jun 02, 202001:21:41
“I’m Late Because I’m Black”, Entrepreneurship and Supporting Black Businesses

“I’m Late Because I’m Black”, Entrepreneurship and Supporting Black Businesses

In this episode we speak about the issues and culture surrounding black businesses. As well as entrepreneurship and touch on politics in our new segment ‘Tweet Of The Week’.
May 26, 202001:18:05
“My water was yellow”, Life In The Midlands & Can You Sleep On A Vio?

“My water was yellow”, Life In The Midlands & Can You Sleep On A Vio?

In this episode we speak about our experience at uni so far. We cover topics such as finances, ACS, interactions with flat mates and more. I hope you guys enjoy and don’t forget to follow us Twitter @CTBPODCAST_
May 19, 202001:07:17