Blades and Broken Lives – Tackling Knife Crime Together

Blades And Broken Lives

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Saturday, 28 June 2025 - 15 minutes

In this powerful youth-led podcast, Blades and Broken Lives dives deep into the harsh realities of knife crime among young people. Hosts Anoush, Noshfat, Muskaan, Betsy, and Angel unpack the complex reasons behind rising violence—from social media influence and music lyrics to peer pressure, gang involvement, poverty, and broken family systems.

Through real-life stories, honest opinions, and shocking statistics, the team explores how knife crime affects individuals, communities, and schools. They also call out how normalized violence has become, challenging listeners to reflect on what they see online and in real life.

Importantly, the group shares ways to stop the cycle—highlighting the role of education, mentorship, and stronger online regulations. This is more than a conversation—it’s a wake-up call.

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