Topic: Stop And Search

Writer Darkus Howe challenges a BBC interviewer regarding the root causes of the London riots, citing the police shooting of Mark Duggan and systemic harassment of young people. Howe argues that the riots are a reaction to a police state where citizens are constantly searched and monitored by CCTVs. The hosts observe that the mainstream media is already beginning to downplay the story.

The BBC is reporting on increased training for UK police and the SAS to prepare for "Mumbai-style" terrorist attacks at transit hubs like Euston Station. The hosts criticize the report for being one-sided and note that over 100,000 police stops and searches under anti-terror powers have resulted in zero terrorist captures. They argue these measures are designed to acclimate the public to a police state.