The So Far So Good Podcast
By Dell Goonetillake
The So Far So Good PodcastMay 23, 2021
Deepfakes: How technology is making us question what is real
This week on The So Far So Good Podcast, Dell looks into the emergence of artificially generaked fake videos known as deepfakes. Deepfakes are becoming more common and even more convincing. They’re being used to fabricate events that never happened. Deepfakes are being made about politicians, your favourite athletes, celebrities and even people you know. This technology has led to many ethical and social concerns which Dell looks into with the help of not one, not two, but yes, THREE GUESTS. This week’s guest’s include Suzie Dunn from The University of Ottawa, Morgan Currie from The University of Edinburgh and Victor Riparbelli, CEO of Synthesia. The trio attempt to provide some understanding to what is really behind this technology and whether we’re all actually heading towards a Black Mirror-esque society. Please don’t sue me for that reference Netflix…
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What's actually happening with China's Uyghurs?
Back with another audio documentary on The So Far So Good Podcast! This week Dell investigates the Chinese government’s treatment of the Uyghur people. What is commonly known as the Uyghur genocide is the ongoing series of human rights abuses perpetrated by the government of China against the Uyghur people and other ethnic and religious minorities in and around the region of Xinjiang. In this episode Dell speaks to John Parker of The Economist and Megha Rajagopalan from Buzzfeed News. Both John and Megha have conducted extensive research into the ongoing situation in Xinjiang and Dell attempts to pick their brains in attempt to understand what is really going on in China and the treatment of the Uyghur people.
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The Great British drinking problem
This week on The So Far So Good Podcast, Dell attempts to understand the UK’s growing drink problem. The statistics all point towards a very unhealthy relationship between Britain and it’s alcohol consumption habits, topping the tables in terms of binge drinking. Furthermore, concerns are arising due to an increasing mortality rate at the hands of alcohol. Dell speaks to some of the experts trying to learn why what seems to be one of life’s simple pleasures is causing the nation so many problems. This week, we have not one, not two, but THREE guests; Ian Hamilton, Colin Angus and Laura Willoughby, founder of Club Soda, who all weigh in on the issue. An intoxicating mix of wisdom…
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Pushed to the limit: The UK's steroid epidemic
Welcome back to The So Far So Good Podcast after a mini yet much needed hiatus. This week Dell is investigating the growing use of anabolic steroids and performance enhancing drugs in the UK. Over the past 5 years usage has exploded with close to a million people taking these substances to push their bodies to their limit and achieve the ultimate six pack. The rise has been seen to be most common amongst 18-24 year old males. So why are young men embarking on this journey? What is driving usage? Dell attempts to understand this 'epidemic' and some of the broader questions surrounding the phenomenon by speaking to bodybuilder and steroid user Dave Crosland. Dave is one of the most vocal individuals in the UK about steroid use and misuse and provides some great insight into his own experiences and explains why this trend is booming.
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Talking University
If you haven’t already deduced this week’s topic from the title then perhaps university might not be for you! Dell speaks to Amari Korpal founder of The Graduate Diary, a blog designed to help and support graduates during the transition phase between finishing university and entering the ‘adult world’. The pair know each other from their uni days and reminisce on a time where their biggest decisions would be what day(s) of the week they’d be going out. Well that amongst other things. Apologies for using the next phrase, but this week's episode is truly first class…
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Website: https://www.thegraduatediary.com/
Some questions with a few answers
SOLO POD ALERT. Who would have thought it? Dell goes it alone in this episode as he answers some of your questions. Amongst some general rambling, Dell speaks on a few personal aspects and then answers some general topics that have been on your mind. It's just a Q&A really. Something light. The voice of the people? Let's not get ahead of ourselves here...
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Why I hate the news
Dell’s been feeling rather frustrated with the news recently. So this week he’s undertaken a personal investigation into why the mainstream media portrays the news the way that it does. Dell’s got not one, but two guests this week as he speaks to Matt Walsh, head of the school of Journalism, Media and Culture at Cardiff University and Michael Kosmides, journalist and Course Director of Journalism at London South Bank University. The pair separately provide clarity into some of the issues surrounding the news and mainstream media. Talk about getting a deeper understanding…
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Tackling some of the big questions 2.0
Yes people we are are back with another edition of ‘Tackling some of the big questions’! If you’ve listened to the first one and you’ve been following the podcast Instagram account you’ll be familiar with how we go about things on this episode. Dell speaks to two of his mates about some of the more poignant topics in today’s society, evaluating notions for and against the motion. The three very rarely come to unanimous conclusions and at times things can get heated! Bit of a long one this week but do stick with us until the end! Expect plenty of mild humour along the way and perhaps answers to some of the questions that we actually give a sh*t about…
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Is the Earth Flat?
This week on The So Far So Good Podcast, Dell looks into the largest conspiracy theory that has millions around the world completely convinced: The Flat Earth Theory. Yes, unbelievably almost 2% of the global population believes that everything we’ve been told is a lie and in fact the world is flat. Dell attempts to understand why this is such a popular theory and speaks to Dave Murphy a.ka Allegedly Dave, a well known truth seeker and flat earther. Dell aims to dive deep into the reasoning behind Dave’s beliefs and identify why these individuals discount 2000 years worth of scientific evidence. It’s a flat out mind boggler, give it a listen!
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The War on Drugs: Life of an ex-drug cop
This week on The So Far So Good Podcast, Dell delves deep into the complexity behind The War on Drugs. Dell's guest this week is former undercover police officer Neil Woods. Neil spent fourteen years infiltrating some of the UK's most notorious, violent and ruthless drug gangs. Neil reflects on his time in the police as an undercover officer and opens up about the ins and outs of the job, discussing some of his regrets and debunking common myths. Following his days in the police, Neil has come to the realization that our current policing and drug laws are simply not up to scratch. Dell and Neil discuss how we move forward and how we can put an end to The War on Drugs. It's an interesting, honest discussion with no holds barred from a man who spent years on the frontline.
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Tackling some of the big questions
After a last minute cancellation, Dell drafts in some familiar faces to help him discuss some fairly contentious topics and answer some of humanity's tough questions. This impromptu idea stems from numerous The So Far So Good Podcast Instagram polls (follow us below) where Dell digs deep into the arguments for and against the motion. Expect plenty of laughs and off the cuff humour along the way as this unplanned episode looks to provide some clarity into some of the questions of our time. Enjoy...
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Is free speech in crisis?
This week we're taking things back to basics on The So Far So Good Podcast! Dell explores the so called 'freedom of speech crisis' and why this phenomenon is such a polarizing topic of discussion. Our guest this week is writer and freelance journalist Emily Watkins. Emily wrote an article in The Independent explaining how an incident at The University of Cambridge completely debunks this 'crisis'! Dell and Emily enjoy a back and forth conversation exploring the incident and reason over some of the broader questions around the subject.
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The me trying to host my own talk show episode
A new segment this week on The So Far So Good Podcast that may or may not recur in future. We shall see. This week Dell has a go at hosting The So Far So Good Chat Show! We've all seen the big ones, The Late Late Show with James Corden, Jimmy Kimmel Live, The Graham Norton Show, Ellen. Well this one is better. Dell rounds up some recent 'news', asks a whole load of questions, speaks to guests and comments on listener stories. BBC, ITV, CBS or NBC, get in touch if you fancy taking this to TV..
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Clay and Candles! DM either of these two on Instagram for any requests:
Cat: catclark_
Holly: hollypeters1
It must be love
Love is in the air this week on The So Far So Good Podcast as Dell pays homage to Saint Valentine. KP is on this week, another old friend, to help recount a few stories from the past. The pair get quite philosophical debating love, dating and relationships and reminisce on perhaps some of the more awkward moments in their history. We've got a some question's/comments from the listeners, as well as a few special cameo appearances! Minimal cringe (sort of), poetic anecdotes and a hint of pensive reflections, what more could you want from an episode...
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Understanding Gen Z
Hello everyone happy Sunday! In this week's episode Dell ponders some of the bigger questions surrounding our generation and what factors shape the way that we are. Make room Plato and Aristotle there's a new kid on the block, as this week's guest, Harveer, gives his two cents on being a young adult, how technology and social media influences all of us and the external pressures that we have to deal with. How thought provoking..
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A slightly unorthodox look back on recent events - Part 2
Welcome back to part 2 of the very first episode of The So Far So Good Podcast! Our first guest Josh is still here and this time round the pair get a bit more serious when discussing more poignant matters of the past year. They finish off keeping things light when talking about what they're looking forward to in 2021, there is light at the end of the tunnel people!
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A slightly unorthodox look back on recent events - Part 1
Welcome to the very first episode of The So Far So Good Podcast! Recorded before the national lockdown, in this week's edition of the pod, Dell sits down with one of his oldest and dearest friends Josh, to take a slightly unorthodox look back on the year just gone. They try to keep things light but as you might expect from two lifelong pals the conversation often diverges on a tangent.
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The So Far So Good Podcast - Trailer!
Welcome to The So Far So Good Podcast! Dell introduces a brand new podcast where each week he'll be joined by guests to take on numerous topics of discussion, amongst the general rambling of any average to decent conversation. Stay tuned!