Box'd Out - The Podcast

Life After Lockdown | Effects of BLM In Ireland | 2020 Review

Kicking off season 2 with bang, in this episode, I chat to 17 year old Raheem Olatunde. We delve into the nitty gritty of life after lockdown. We look at the effects of the last few months on life how was know it. At the black lives matter movement in Ireland, and how it has redefined our standards and expectations on how we relate to each other as a society. 

Racism Is Not Just An American Problem | What Does It Mean To Be Black Irish? |

In this episode we follow up the heated discussion about the same racial issues transcend America all the way to our shores here in Ireland. Joined by special guest, Gorby D, we discuss what it means to be Black and also very much Irish in today's society. We take a look at the international situation regarding race and talk about what can be done here, in Ireland, to make sure we don't head down the same road.

Ride Or Die vs Riding To Die | Is Chivalry dead? | Why Relationships Aren't Working

In this weeks episode I am joined by Mr K himself, Kenoly, and we ask the all important question. Are men really trash and what effect this mindset is having on young women. We discuss why relationships don't seem to be working in this generation. And Kenoly shares from his own experience what has worked for him and advise to consider before getting into a relationship.

Eniola Brown vs The People| Are We Developing Mob Mentality?| "What I Do Does Not Define Who I Am"

In this episode I am joined by the lovely, Eniola Brown. We delve deeper and confront the toxic culture that seems to be forming in the young black community in Ireland. We talk OnlyFans, and about how all the hate she received online affected her and her journey in overcoming this and finding a place of self acceptance. We discuss the impact that negative words and trolls can have on a person's state of mind how we can move forward as a society.

Black Men Don't Cry| Toxic Masculinity| Effective Fatherhood

In this episode we have an honest and candid conversation about black men, vulnerability and some of the pressures they face in modern Irish society. I am joined by special guest, Paul Romeo, who from his own experiences, offers an insight into just what it's like growing up a young black man in Ireland. He also shares about his upcoming Fall/Winter line and explains some of the inspiration behind this project. 

Is Ireland a BTEC version of the UK?| YouTube is now a trend| College killed my creativity |

In this episode I'll be joined by upcoming rapper and creative, SELLO. We will be discussing the different factors affecting the music industry in Ireland. Some of the problems faced by members of the black Irish community when trying to pursue careers in music. How drill rappers often have to change their approach in order to gain more mainstream exposure.  And how institutions and colleges can sometimes kill people's creativity.