The Litmus Podcast Podcast

The Litmus Podcast

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In a world of tweets, captions, and echo chambers, what do we really think?Join Swarzy Macaly and Ben Hurst as they put their friends and special guests to the test by unpacking topics. They will be exploring opinions and reactions, whilst making sure no one is left sitting on the fence!From discussing where their heart lies to what’s trending on everyone's timeline, Swarzy and Ben conduct the most exciting Litmus Tests ... And the results are incredible.-------A Create Productions Podcast
031: Are Harry & Meghan Right To Walk Away?
Where to Swarzy & Ben land on the biggest story of 2020 so far? --------- A Create Productions Podcast 
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Jan 24, 2020
19 min
030: What's Cool In 2020?
Do you have goals lined up for 2020? "New Decade, New You?" Swarzy & Ben explore what's cool this year! ---------- A Create Productions Podcast 
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Jan 17, 2020
27 min
029: Swarzy & Ben Are Back For 2020
Swarzy & Ben see in the Year 2020! Stick with them to hear about what they accomplished in 2019, and what they've got coming up. Find Swarzy's mannequin challenge here. ---------- A Create Productions Podcast 
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Jan 10, 2020
12 min
028: Is Quitting A Sign Of Weakness?
In a culture that prizes hard work and self-care, Swarzy and Ben unpack this week’s Litmus to find out if quitting is a sign of weakness.  What begins as a simple question quickly becomes difficult to answer as the pair realise quitting speaks more of sacrifice, success, and failure.  But is giving up a sign of strength or weakness? Lock in and decide where you land. ---------- A Create Productions Podcast 
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Nov 15, 2019
30 min
027: Politics Cannot Survive Without Young People
Councillor for Stoke Newington, Mete Coban joins Swarzy and Ben to bridge the gap between young people and politics.  With his job alongside politicians but his heart for people, Mete provides a real insight into what life is like inside the world of politics.  As well as a Councillor, Mete is also the Chief Executive at My Life My Say - a youth-led, national, non-partisan movement on a mission to secure a better Brexit for young people by creating safe spaces for debate on and offline, as well as our research and advocacy work with decision-makers. This year, MLMS is back with its event, Common Futures Forum, to inspire, empower and connect young and socially excluded citizens to lead change, by providing them with the platform to shape society. Hosted by The Litmus Podcast’s very own Swarzy, CCF is happening on Saturday 16th November featuring a line up of incredible special guests speakers including Gina Martin, Jurgen Maier, Lord Simon Woolley and many more. Socials  @metecoban92  @mylifemysay  https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/common-futures-forum-2019-tickets-75838592271?aff=affiliate1 
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Nov 8, 2019
40 min
026: Should You Work For Free During Black History Month?
Swarzy & Ben tackle the Litmus that's been on their minds recently ... 'Should you would work free during Black History Month?' But also, should you work for free at all? ---------- A Create Productions Podcast 
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Oct 24, 2019
41 min
025: Too Much Source
Swarzy and Ben are back for another week - this time, what is Too Much Source? And why should you be there? ---------- A Create Productions Podcast 
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Oct 17, 2019
17 min
024: Barber Shop Chronicles Part 2
To celebrate Black History Month 2019, Swarzy and Ben dedicate the next 4 weeks to #TheLitmusPodcast to hearing from creatives within the Black British community who are all setting the standard of excellence within their industry.  Picking up from where they left off, Swarzy sits down for Part 2 of the interview with the incredible Mo Mansaray, Eric Shango, and Tom Moutchi who all star in the sell-out show, Barbershop Chronicles.  Socials  @mohammed_mansaray  @ericshango  @tom.moutchi @barbershopchroniclesplay 
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Oct 10, 2019
50 min
023: Barber Shop Chronicles
To celebrate Black History Month 2019, Swarzy and Ben dedicate the next 4 weeks to #TheLitmusPodcast to hearing from creatives within the Black British community who are all setting the standard of excellence within their industry.  Kicking things off with a bang, Swarzy sits down for a two-part interview with the incredible Mo Mansaray, Eric Shango, and Tom Moutchi who all star in the sell-out show, Barbershop Chronicles.  Socials  @mohammed_mansaray  @ericshango  @tom.moutchi @barbershopchroniclesplay 
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Oct 3, 2019
39 min
022: September Is The New January
Swarzy and Ben sit down with Jacob Roberts-Mensah (@roberts_mensah) - the talented co-writer and creator of fiction podcast, Dem Times (@demtimesshow) - to decide if September is the mark of new beginnings or the end of the year.  With summer now well and truly over, are we all on a home run to Christmas or will the experience and perspective from this trio change your outlook on how to finish the year? You decide. 
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Sep 26, 2019
48 min
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