Reflections on Meritocracy and Olympic Highlights

Last night, the UK braced for violence. But a defiant display of counter-protest won. Jon and Lewis ask what happened to the far right riots - and will there be more to come?

Later, Jon speaks to the Mayor of London, Sadiq Khan, who shares his experience as a prominent Muslim politician and his defiant stance in the face of racism.

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Producers: Natalie Indge & Zeynel Can Yuce

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