Views From The East End Podcast

Do we take things for granted? The guys discuss whether we appreciate the gifts and privileges we receive without notice. Richard and KG touch upon their trip to Ghana, and Francis has a suggestion in tackling poverty issues around the world.

Following the recent tragedy of a guest on The Jeremy Kyle Show, the famous talk show has now been permanently canceled. In this edition of Views From The East End, we discuss the impact of social media on talk shows, and whether ITV and other television stations should re-evaluate the genre of television shows they broadcast to their audience. Are guests really receiving the aftercare they need?

DJ Flexx catches up with Kwadwo and life in Ukraine.

DJ Flexx sits and has a interesting one on one chat with south London's Kevin.

We’ve been lucky enough to enjoy years of video gaming and it’s certainly not slowing down! From Nintendo 64 to Xbox one, the transitions in gaming consoles have been endless, not to mention handheld consoles such as Gameboy colour and PSP. The guys discuss their favourite video games in this edition of Views From The East End.

In an age where we can access various material within the click of a button, are we aware of the potential negatives explicit websites bring? The guys discuss the effect adult entertainment industries have on individuals and the education required for young people.

With online dating and social media hitting a new level, it seems cat-fishing has become the norm. What are the signs of cat-fishing and how can you avoid it? The guys give their take on it...

Celebrity Status: Blessing or Curse? After hearing about the passing of former Love Island contestant Mike Thalassitis, due to suicide, we ask the question of whether the pressures of being in the public eye can have a damaging effect on the individual. What do you think?

In this podcast we talk about religion with deacon Mike.

In this podcast we discuss why men cheat.

The world was saddened to learn about the terror attack that took place in New Zealand on the 15th of March. We send our condolences to all have been affected by this tragic event.

‘Relationship Goals’ but is it really? In an age where social media dominates our day to day lives, as well as dating applications and fake profiles, is cheating becoming a habit? In this edition of Views From The East End, the guys discuss potential reasons why women may cheat on their spouse. Is it due to a lack of attention, emotional comfort or just pure attraction. What do you think?

After a few quiet months, R Kelly has become the talk of the town once again after his explosive interview with Gayle King. The R&B legend spoke passionately about his innocence, however, not everyone is convinced. With investigations ongoing, what will be the final outcome in the saga?

In an age where we can have service brought to us via our fingertips, we ask how much further virtual companies can go. Uber is a classic example of the success of virtual companies, giving not only Londoners an alternative to a regular cab but also providing an online food service! We're experiencing Artificial intelligence each day and that is giving us the ability to enjoy our everyday duties via an application. Are we becoming lazier or is technology just getting better?

In an age where social media is accessible for everyone at any time, have we reflected on just how much time we spend online? Parental controls and restrictions were amongst the suggestions from many to make the world of online interaction safer for the younger generation. The guys look at the pros and cons of social media as well as looking at the impact it could have on our future.

With knife crime being at an all-time high, especially in London, the guys discuss the issues of knife crime in this episode of the podcast.    Some may argue there is a lack of activities for young people to take part in which results in them turning to crime. Parents have also been called to take responsibility and enable their kids to turn to them in times of need. What can be done to tackle knife crime in the UK? More action from the government?

Do you care about what you put in your body? Then this conversation is perfect for you! We discuss the benefits of a healthy diet, whether you’re an athlete or just want to tweak your eating and drinking habits. It’s never easy cutting out your favourite foods completely, but we look at the perfect meal before you go to the gym and after your workout. Finding it tough to skip the sugary snacks in the office? Then we outline a few snacks you can eat to feel just as satisfied!

On 22 January, Sala was confirmed to have been on board an aircraft that went missing while flying from Nantes to Cardiff. The aircraft, the same Piper Malibu and pilot that brought Sala to Nantes two days earlier, had gone missing off Alderney the previous day. On 23 January, Channel Islands Air Search reported that there was "no hope" of finding any survivors in the water.

In this edition of Views from the East End, the guys discuss the rise and effect of the LBGT around the world. With contrasting views on sexuality and religion, there is often conflict between the right to live a certain way and the way life 'should' be lived. Sports and various well-named brands have opted to show their support to LGBT by going for their famous rainbow colours across logos and stores.

In this episode we discuss Interracial marriage which is usually described as marriage outside a specific social group (exogamy) involving spouses who belong to different socially-defined races or racialized ethnicities.