Welcome to Episode 10 of the Straight Shootin' Rants *Viewer discretion advised due to profanity* On this episode Straight Shootin' LJA gives his views about the recent 'Cornerstore Caroline' viral video where a woman (Teresa Klein) falsely accused a 9 year old boy (Jeremiah Harvey) of groping her at a Brooklyn convenience store. Straight Shootin' LJA gives his opinion on that incident, as well as H&M and their 'Coolest Monkey In The Jungle' jumper controversy and also another recent controversy with Ryanair, where an elderly Black Woman was a victim of racist abuse on a Ryanair flight, but was treated like the aggressor, rather than the victim. Also this is a general opinion & is not aimed at anyone in particular unless otherwise stated. Ryanair incident - https://goo.gl/isszcE 9-year-old boy in 'Cornerstore Caroline' video speaks out - https://goo.gl/knsXvS H&M apologises over 'coolest monkey in the jungle' hoodie modelled by black boy - https://www.standard.co.uk/news/uk/hm-apologises-after-coming-under-fire-over-racist-hoodie-a3734291.html
Sunday, 30 December 2018
Straight Shootin' Rant Episode 9 - A Clueless Homelessness minister & Undernourished kids
Welcome to Episode 9 of the Straight Shootin' Rants *Viewer discretion advised due to profanity* On this episode Straight Shootin' LJA gives his views about Heather Wheeler (Who was appointed as Minister for homelessness in January 2018) and her comments to the Guardian, saying she does not know why the number of rough sleepers has increased so significantly in recent years & that she did not accept the suggestion that welfare reforms and council cuts had contributed to the rise. Straight Shootin' LJA gives his opinion on the comments and looks at recent news (From Oct 2018) about Universal credit leaving children so undernourished schools are offering free breakfasts, with staff at a primary school in Morecambe noticing that it coincided with welfare reforms. Also this is a general opinion & is not aimed at anyone in particular unless otherwise stated. Homelessness Minister Heather Wheeler's Guardian interview - https://goo.gl/TRkTac Universal credit leaving children undernourished - https://goo.gl/fxU1iQ
Straight Shootin' Rant Episode 8 - Kleenex man size & Costa vs Avocados
Welcome to Episode 8 of the Straight Shootin' Rants *Viewer discretion advised due to profanity* On this episode Straight Shootin' LJA gives his views about the recent controversy regarding Kleenex changing the naming of their 'Man Size' tissues due to people complaining that they are perceived as sexist. Straight Shootin' LJA gives his opinion on the change, political correctness and also Costa Coffee & the backlash they received after promoting a bacon roll, whilst seemingly criticising the healthier avocado breakfast. Also this is a general opinion & is not aimed at anyone in particular unless otherwise stated. Kleenex Mansize tissue rebrand - https://goo.gl/eumF8D Costa Avocado controversy - https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-45716845
Straight Shootin' Rant Episode 7 - Mixed Sex Civil Partnerships
Welcome to Episode 7 of the Straight Shootin' Rants *Viewer discretion advised due to profanity* On this episode Straight Shootin' LJA gives his views about the recent announcement that Mixed sex couples could get the right to enter into civil partnerships as an alternative to getting married. Straight Shootin' LJA gives his opinion on whether or not mixed sex couples should be allowed to have civil partnerships, as civil partnerships were previously offered as an alternative to same sex couples who couldn't get married. Also this is a general opinion & is not aimed at anyone in particular unless otherwise stated. Civil partnerships law to change for mixed-sex couples - https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-politics-45714032
Straight Shootin' Rant Episode 6 - Monopoly cheaters & disgusting tea flavours
Welcome to Episode 6 of the Straight Shootin' Rants *Viewer discretion advised due to profanity* On this episode Straight Shootin' LJA gives his views about the recently released 'Cheaters Edition' of the world famous Monopoly board game. Straight Shootin' LJA also gives his opinion on Sainsbury's recently releasing 2 very odd flavours of tea, Brussels sprouts and Pigs in Blankets and he looks at some parody products that were placed in a local store by a comedian. Also this is a general opinion & is not aimed at anyone in particular unless otherwise stated. Info on Monopoly cheaters Edition - https://monopoly.hasbro.com/en-us/product/monopoly-game-cheaters-edition:020C27CB-55DA-442A-B73B-B5C3CED8FCDA https://www.instagram.com/p/Bo2MOKLhk8Y/?taken-by=liam_lja_angell Sainsbury's tea flavours - https://www.instagram.com/p/BozCv1vBfpR/?taken-by=liam_lja_angell Info on the parody products mentioned - https://cheezburger.com/6696197/comedian-places-funny-product-parodies-in-local-stores-and-its-brilliant
Straight Shootin' Rant Episode 5 - Sterling's tattoo & A parasitic media witch hunt
Welcome to Episode 5 of the Straight Shootin' Rants *Viewer discretion advised due to profanity* On this episode Straight Shootin' LJA gives his views about the recent controversy over an unfinished gun tattoo on England international footballer Raheem Sterling's leg. Straight Shootin' LJA gives his opinion on those complaining about & being critical of the tattoo (even changing quotes from Sterling explaining the context of it), especially those in the media who seem to regularly attack Raheem Sterling for no real reason. Also this is a general opinion & is not aimed at anyone in particular unless otherwise stated.
Straight Shootin' Rant Episode 4 - Big Shaq & Celebrity fame for nothing
Welcome to Episode 4 of the Straight Shootin' Rants *Viewer discretion advised due to profanity* On this episode Straight Shootin' LJA gives his views about the issue of people becoming 'celebrities' based on something they do going viral, with a focus on 'rapper' Big Shaq and his latest track 'Man Don't dance'. Straight Shootin' LJA gives his opinion on viral celebrities and his annoyance about a culture that encourages making people famous for no real reason. Also this is a general opinion & is not aimed at anyone in particular unless otherwise stated.
Straight Shootin' Rant Episode 3 - Celebrities & Blackface
Welcome to Episode 3 of the Straight Shootin' Rants On this episode Straight Shootin' LJA gives his views about the recent controversy involving Atletico Madrid footballer Antoine Griezmann, Sophie Applegarth, Julia Iovenitti and Sally Coburn all wearing fancy dress with 'Blackface'. SSLJA discusses whether or not Blacking up is acceptable in today's society and if celebrities encourage others who follow them, to do silly things. Also this is a general opinion & is not aimed at anyone in particular unless otherwise stated.
Straight Shootin Rant 2 - Dstrkt controversy
Welcome to Episode 2 of Straight Shootin' Rants On this 2nd episode Straight Shootin' LJA gives his views about the recent (Oct 2015) controversy involving a group of Black Women & the Dstrkt nightclub in London denying them entry because of their race & weight and gives his view on discrimination in general. Be warned profanity is used at times and no holds are barred Also this is a general opinion & is not aimed at anyone in particular unless otherwise stated. (Video recorded via google+ hangouts)
Straight Shootin' Rant 1 - X factor
Welcome to Episode 1 of Straight Shootin' Rants On this debut episode Straight Shootin' LJA gives his views about the musical 'talent' show Xfactor in the form of a rant. Be warned profanity is used at times and no holds are barred Also this is ageneral opinion & is not aimed at anyone in particular unless stated.