Korks Talks

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Arts and culture podcast sharing commentary on books, exhibitions, theatre, television, and film. Drawing on a range of sociopolitical insights, each episode critiques wider society through an analysis of the economy, technology, law, and the environment in which creative stories are set. For all enquiries, please contact: korkstalks@gmail.com

  1. 3d ago

    In Memoriam: Professor Jason Arday

    This episode is in memoriam of Professor Jason Arday - the youngest Black professor appointed to Cambridge - whose death was announced yesterday (14th August 2026). I discuss the racist media campaign against him, the importance of due diligence and a re-evaluation of editorial and communal standards.

  2. Aug 3

    Round Up Review: 'La Fille du Regiment' at RBO and 'Swan Lake' at London Coliseum

    Round up review of opera comique 'La Fille du Regiment' (Daughter of the Regiment) at Royal Ballet & Opera (RBO) and the 'Swan Lake' ballet which was shown at the London Coliseum.

  3. Jul 11

    Korks' Currents: FIFA Fixing, European Staycations & Sjögren's syndrome

    Random chinwag about coloniality, sport, Europe, climate catastrophe and disease.

  4. Jun 24

    World Cup 2026 Match Review: Ghana v England (0 - 0)

    Rare episode of me reviewing a World Cup 2026 match: Ghana v England, who played yesterday and equalled at 0 - 0.

  5. Jun 22

    Review: 'The Christophers' at Finsbury Park Picturehouse

    Review of Steven Soderbergh's film 'The Christophers' featuring Ian McKellen as 'Julian Sklar' and Michaela Coel as Lori Butler. Still showing at Finsbury Park Picturehouse.

  6. Jun 20

    Korks' Currents: Social Media Ban for Under 16s

    An episode discussing the ramifications of the UK's decision to ban social media for under-16s: the good, the bad, the ugly.

  7. Jun 3

    Review: 51st AFI Life Achievement Award: A Tribute to Eddie Murphy

    Review of 'The 51st AFI Life Achievement Award: A Tribute to Eddie Murphy' on Netflix.

  8. May 31

    Review: Kimberlé Crenshaw in conversation with Afua Hirsch at Southbank Centre

    Review of civil rights advocate Kimberlé Crenshaw in conversation with writer and broadcaster Afua Hirsch at the Queen Elizabeth Hall (Purcell Room) at Southbank Centre.

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Arts and culture podcast sharing commentary on books, exhibitions, theatre, television, and film. Drawing on a range of sociopolitical insights, each episode critiques wider society through an analysis of the economy, technology, law, and the environment in which creative stories are set. For all enquiries, please contact: korkstalks@gmail.com

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  • Creator
    Korks Talks
  • Years Active
    2021 - 2026
  • Episodes
    239
  • Rating
    Explicit
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    © Korks Talks
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