The CHERUB Ethics Committee

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Do you remember the CHERUB book series by Robert Muchamore? Was it your first introduction to the world of sex, drugs and violence? Are you concerned about the political ramifications of child soldiers being sent by the government to deal with terrorists, drug dealers, gang wars and vegans? Wack. That's what this podcast is about. Weird coincidence I guess.

Season 1

  1. Episode 1

    Ep.0 – My Own Personal Microwave

    Episode Notes Hey there fellow kids, you want to own your own personal microwave? You wanna fight terrorism, drug cartels and gang wars for Queen and country? Well, you might be child soldier material! Oh... you have some questions about that concept? So do we! We're The CHERUB Ethics Committee and by the time this podcast is over we're all gonna be on no-fly lists. You can join our discord at https://discord.gg/gbaUvsKeVZ (we have a specific CHERUB chat channel and shit) The CHERUB series is by Robert Muchamore Intro music is 'Kids With Guns' by Gorillaz (cheers George) Outro music is 'Baby Merchant' by Cop Rock Cover art by Xelias' sister This podcast was partially recorded on the traditional lands of the Boon wurrung people of the Kulin nation. We pay our respects to Elders past, present and emerging.

    1hr 55min

  2. Episode 2

    Ep.1 – Welcome to the Jungle (The Recruit Pt.1)

    Here's the first half of book one 'The Recruit'. Time to take a f****d up and traumatised 12-year-old orphan who loves crime and put him though 100 days of torture. Can't wait to see what comes out. I'm sure he'll be normal. You can join our discord at https://discord.gg/gbaUvsKeVZ (we have a specific CHERUB chat channel and shit) The CHERUB series is by Robert Muchamore Intro music is 'Kids With Guns' by Gorillaz (cheers George) Outro music is 'Welcome to the Jungle' by Guns N' Roses Cover art by Xelias' sister This podcast was partially recorded on the traditional lands of the Boon wurrung people of the Kulin nation. We pay our respects to Elders past, present and emerging.

    2h 49m

  3. Episode 3

    Ep.2 – The Terrorists Were Right In This One (The Recruit Pt.2)

    Second half of 'The Recruit', in which James is as confused about the politics of CHERUB as we are and the book will not give either of us answers. Shit we mentioned: 'How Nonviolence Protects the State' by Peter Gelderloos Andy Fleming's antifa blog and radio show (Melbourne based) 'No Logo' by Naomi Klein You can join our discord (we have a specific CHERUB chat channel and shit) Credits: The CHERUB series is by Robert Muchamore Intro music is 'Kids With Guns' by Gorillaz (cheers George) Outro music is 'Destroyed by Hippie Powers' by Car Seat Headrest Cover art by Juliette Maes (Xelias' sister) This podcast was partially recorded on the traditional lands of the Boon wurrung people of the Kulin nation. We pay our respects to Elders past, present and emerging.

  4. Episode 4

    Ep.3 – Thatcher as a Dog as a Metaphor (Class A Pt.1)

    First half of 'Class A' with special guest Remy, and damn, these 12-year-olds are doing drugs this time! Also Kerry goes fucking ape shit in the best chapter in this entire series. You can join our discord (we have a specific CHERUB chat channel and shit) Credits: The CHERUB series is by Robert Muchamore Intro music is 'Kids With Guns' by Gorillaz (cheers George) Outro music is 'Cocaine' by Eric Clapton Cover art by Juliette Maes (Xelias' sister) This podcast was partially recorded on the traditional lands of the Boon wurrung people of the Kulin nation. We pay our respects to Elders past, present and emerging.

  5. Episode 5

    Ep.4 – Gay Sex, Coke and Rock & Roll (Class A Pt.2)

    Second half of 'Class A' with special guest Remy, in which 13-year-old James kills a man but that is given less emotional exploration than when he almost snots some coke. You can join our discord (we have a specific CHERUB chat channel and shit) Credits: The CHERUB series is by Robert Muchamore Intro music is 'Kids With Guns' by Gorillaz (cheers George) Outro music is 'Black Dog' by Led Zepplin Cover art by Juliette Maes (Xelias' sister) This podcast was partially recorded on the traditional lands of the Boon wurrung people of the Kulin nation. We pay our respects to Elders past, present and emerging.

    3h 36m

  6. Episode 6

    Ep.5 – What the Fuck Robert (Maximum Security Pt.1)

    Part one of 'Maximum Security' with special guest Serena, who is NOT a kidnap victim and is here by CHOICE. Anyway, welcome to Arizona Max, this shit is so f****d lads, but don't worry, the heavy subject matter is dealt with super ethically and normally just like Robert always does. Serena's twitter: https://twitter.com/sjklapecwriting Serena's youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCvQqUz2gBfbgBZT3tm0X1eg You can join our discord (we have a specific CHERUB chat channel and shit) References / Further Reading: Are Prisons Obsolete? by Angela Y. Davis Beyond Reform: Abolishing Prisons by Maya Schenwar The New Jim Crow by Michelle Alexander Capitalist Realism: Is There No Alternative? by Mark Fisher Bring the War Home: The White Power Movement and Paramilitary America by Kathleen Belew Raise the Age Campaign (Aussies sign the petition!!) Credits: The CHERUB series is by Robert Muchamore Intro music is 'Kids With Guns' by Gorillaz (cheers George) Outro music is 'Prison Song' by System of a Down Cover art by Juliette Maes (Xelias' sister) Content Warning: In depth discussions of racialised violence, police / prison guard brutality against children, child imprisonment, generalised violence towards children, and we touch on institutionalised sexual assault towards children. This podcast was partially recorded on the traditional lands of the Boon wurrung people of the Kulin nation. We pay our respects to Elders past, present and emerging.

    3h 48m

  7. Episode 7

    Ep.6 – Did You Know Prison Sucks Shit Actually (Maximum Security Pt.2)

    Part two of 'Maximum Security' with special guest Serena, who is really happy to be here and enjoying this experience we promise. It's shankin' time. Serena's twitter: https://twitter.com/sjklapecwriting Serena's youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCvQqUz2gBfbgBZT3tm0X1eg You can join our discord (we have a specific CHERUB chat channel and shit) References / Further Reading: Are Prisons Obsolete? by Angela Y. Davis Beyond Reform: Abolishing Prisons by Maya Schenwar The New Jim Crow by Michelle Alexander Capitalist Realism: Is There No Alternative? by Mark Fisher Bring the War Home: The White Power Movement and Paramilitary America by Kathleen Belew Raise the Age Campaign (Aussies sign the petition!!) Credits: The CHERUB series is by Robert Muchamore Intro music is 'Kids With Guns' by Gorillaz (cheers George) Outro music is 'Rubber Bullets' by 10cc Cover art by Juliette Maes (Xelias' sister) Content Warning: In depth discussions of racialised violence, police / prison guard brutality against children, child imprisonment, generalised violence towards children, and we touch on institutionalised sexual assault towards children. This podcast was partially recorded on the traditional lands of the Boon wurrung people of the Kulin nation. We pay our respects to Elders past, present and emerging.

    2h 35m

  8. Episode 8

    Ep.7 – The Mystery Mental Illness (Maximum Security Pt.3)

    Part three of 'Maximum Security' with special guest Serena, who has finally been freed from our curse! Anyway time for James to become worse. Serena's twitter: https://twitter.com/sjklapecwriting Serena's youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCvQqUz2gBfbgBZT3tm0X1eg You can join our discord (we have a specific CHERUB chat channel and shit) References / Further Reading: Are Prisons Obsolete? by Angela Y. Davis Beyond Reform: Abolishing Prisons by Maya Schenwar The New Jim Crow by Michelle Alexander Capitalist Realism: Is There No Alternative? by Mark Fisher Bring the War Home: The White Power Movement and Paramilitary America by Kathleen Belew Raise the Age Campaign (Aussies sign the petition!!) Credits: The CHERUB series is by Robert Muchamore Intro music is 'Kids With Guns' by Gorillaz (cheers George) Outro music is 'Police Story' by Black Flag Cover art by Juliette Maes (Xelias' sister) Content Warning: Discussions of child suicide, racialised violence, police / prison guard brutality against children, child imprisonment and generalised violence towards children. This podcast was partially recorded on the traditional lands of the Boon wurrung people of the Kulin nation. We pay our respects to Elders past, present and emerging.

    1hr 38min

  9. Episode 9

    Ep.8 – James vs the Saddest Child in the World (The Killing Pt.1)

    Part one of 'The Killing' with special guest Ogi, who wants to be here on this podcast. Damn I hope James doesn't beat up the saddest child in the world in this one. I'm gonna take a big bite of cereal. You can join our discord (we have a specific CHERUB chat channel and shit) Credits: The CHERUB series is by Robert Muchamore Intro music is 'Kids With Guns' by Gorillaz (cheers George) Outro music is the Cossack's Song sung by the Red Army Choir Cover art by Juliette Maes (Xelias' sister) Content Warning: Teen suicide and police brutality against children (yes, again) This podcast was partially recorded on the traditional lands of the Boon wurrung people of the Kulin nation. We pay our respects to Elders past, present and emerging. This podcast is powered by Pinecast.

    3h 30m

  10. Episode 10

    Ep.9 – All Toddlers Are Bastards (The Killing Pt.2)

    Part two of 'The Killing' with special guest Ogi, the world's #1 biggest CHERUB fan. Anyway, all cops are bastards, even the ones who arrest fellow cops. You can join our discord (we have a specific CHERUB chat channel and shit) Credits: The CHERUB series is by Robert Muchamore Intro music is 'Kids With Guns' by Gorillaz (cheers George) Outro music is 'We're Coming Rougher Every Time' by Gogol Bordello Cover art by Juliette Maes (Xelias' sister) Content Warning: Teen suicide, police brutality against children & drugging children (sedatives) This podcast was partially recorded on the traditional lands of the Boon wurrung people of the Kulin nation. We pay our respects to Elders past, present and emerging.

    2h 29m
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Do you remember the CHERUB book series by Robert Muchamore? Was it your first introduction to the world of sex, drugs and violence? Are you concerned about the political ramifications of child soldiers being sent by the government to deal with terrorists, drug dealers, gang wars and vegans? Wack. That's what this podcast is about. Weird coincidence I guess.

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