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The way we term things in this day in age can create barriers. The term hard work is one of those terms.
This talk explores the idea of how hard work can be broken down and more importantly be rewritten to be something positive.
With the end of the year fast approaching we are all looking back and forward. Everyone is reviewing goals and setting new ones.
The question is have you finished the ones you were working on, or did you smash everything. Whatever the process is for you this talk explores being kind to yourself through it all.
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Today we spoke to friend of the family Michael Honeyman. One of the most dedicated humans I have ever met.
This lands different. Recently he embarked on a an epic walk that took him accross countries in order to find himself.
This is a true journey of self discovery. It is a story you don't want to miss.
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Well yes one more instructor of mine.
Liam Corrigan has been on the grappling scene for over 20 years so trust me he has seen it all.
This was different, we talked BJJ, fatherhood, belts, Hip Hop and even nappies.
Yes you read that right nappies.
This was a lot of fun.
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The education system in various countries is struggling and in some cases not fit for purpose.
What can we do?
Is mentoring the answer? Is more school the answer?
In this one we speak with one of the most intelligent and dedicated minds in the industry. My very own family Amit Sharma. Amit has been involved in high level management for over a decade and has a very honest approach to young people.
As well as being a father Amit is the perfect person to help us out with topic. This was such a privilage to be allowed to share this time with family.
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This one will divide the views of everyone that hears it.
Sleep.
How do you get your kids to sleep? Are you taking a short cut or are you trying to survive? Every parent that has ever lived will tell you the brutal truth of trying to get kids to sleep. The hours and sometimes years.
This talk explores it all and how sleep effects the adult that the child will eventually become.
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If you believe in mental health or you don't. There is always a cost. Even if you don't want to consider it there is a financial cost to solving mental health issues.
Our damaged children are the pipeline for many years from now. This talk explores the financial implication of not treating childrens mental health.
Brutal but some people need to hear this.
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Much of what we expirence in life is born from our childhood.
Be it good or bad.
In todays world of abuse, war and neglect there is a generation of broken children that are going to be broken adults. As much as we want to avoid these conversations they need to be had. Who else better than world class expert Farzana Hirji Karawalli who works in this area.
A regular to the podcast this was a powerful conversation that really took some difficult turns.
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A fish in a fish tank will remain a fish. A fish in a shark tank will turn into a shark.
It was this phrase that broke the internet. What is this really about? Exposure to growth and resiliance.
In this talk we look at allowing ourself to go into a tough situation and also looking at what you can take from one.
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Recently I was asked to talk at The Leicester Business Festival. Thank you.
This one was about workplace clutures and in particular the nature of toxic environments. Many of us sadly are in middle of toxic workplaces day in and day out.
The talk looks at what we can do about this and how as employees we can better spot the signs. It also looks at how despite the toxic nature of some managers, we can help them out.
Huge thanks to everyone at Leicester Business Festival.
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Anything you do in life needs support. The greatest ventures and the hardest projects need support.
As much as many of us like to think we can do things on our own we can't. This talk explores the role other people play in our life. Looking more at the sacrifice they have to make and what it costs both sides.
Are you respectful of what other people do for you?
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For years I have struggled before every class I go to. It's never stopped me from going but it can take up a lot of energy.
This week I struggled before one of my classes so I decided to document it in the hope that it helps. I know for sure there are so many people out there that have panic attacks and anxiety before events.
Not always classes but for some people just going out the the house can be a problem. Hopefully this will help and remember you are not alone.
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Yes people.
We have another takeover. This time from my very close friend and hall of famer Adisa Banjoko.
We covered it all on this one from self improvement, womens empowerment, BJJ, Hip Hop of course. We went round and played a very controversial game of one or the other.
Trust me this was fun. It was a lot of fun.
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The idea expanding your mind has been around for thousands of years. This is not a new concept.
What does it really mean?
Neuroplasticity is the ability to really use brain as a muscle and all the things that come with that. In this talk we look at the side of your brain that takes care of habbit. Good and bad.
How these little fibres are in embedded in the brain from childhood and how we can use them to help us.
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This is a special one. I was asked to do a talk for a mens self help group run by my very close friend Adisa Banjoko.
The topic was about empowering the inner voice if your children but from the aspect of fatherhood. What can we as men do to help our children feel more confident.
The focus was on the language we use as fathers and men. How we speak to our children and engage them.
Huge thanks to Adisa and everyone at Red Tent Doulas for letting me speak. It was a huge privillage.
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The idea of validation is has been thurst into the limelight due to social media. The fact is it's been around way longer than that.
Since the dawn of human existance we have been searching for validation. Why? From who?
This talk explores the need for validation, why we need it so badly and also the dangers of getting it from people who shouldn't really be giving it.
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From the dawn of time we have all been tested in one form or another. For the cave people it meant passing a test that ensured your survival. The modern age brings us exams. A lot of exams.
In the modern school age we are tested from the age of 6 upwards. Some would say this is too much for children to endure. In later life we have to take exams that mean we will or will not get the career we really want.
Even in working life we get exams that mean we will or we will not get the promotion we want.
You can't avoid it.
This talk explores exams and the stress behind them. How to deal with that stress, how to change your view point on that stress. It also looks at what happens when you don't get the results you want.
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In the UK we are currently butting heads when it comes to wages.
We have so many people on strike at the moment and for good reason. The disruption caused is making life harder than it should be. This is the other side of the argument.
On this talk we have consider both sides.
Are you in favour of strike action because people are not paid enough. Or do you think people should get on with it because there is no money to give out anyway.
Have a think. Get in touch and let me know what you think.
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Some people are just good at everything. Let me introduce Dan Powell.
From Judo, running, rowing this man has seen at all and as one of the top 2 Olympic Athletes on this plant he is a different level. Dan is a pioneer for inclusion and disability sport. His work ethic and urge to help young people is ground breaking.
Now a business owner, when most will talk the talk Dan is really living his values and inspiring the next generation to be better.
I am very humbled to have had this talk with Dan.
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In modern conversation interupting someone can be one of the worst traits. Lets face it we all know someone who when we try to speak they just cut accross us and end the conversation.
We feel like we are getting shut down. So then why do we do it to children?
This talk explores the idea of the childs inner voice and how as adults we shut it down, sometimes by accident or sometimes on purpose.
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The word legend is thrown about way to often. However we have a legend on the show. Multi talented, business owner, fighter, philosopher and father. Wayne Lakin is man with direction and based on this conversation he always had a plan.
We cover more than this. Motorhomes. TV Themes. Quality streets. Pigs and cows too. Yes you read that right.
This was a privilage of the highest order to be able speak to Wayne. A good man who is also helping as many people as possible.
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This one is controversial. I never normally speak about racism or how it effects soicetal structures, but now I feel is the time to speak. In this talk I detail how I feel it is to be an ethnic minority in the UK and also how I feel about the police.
I talk about my personal interactions with the police and also how I feel racism and sexim has crept in to a level where it is now dangerours.
Controversial. YES. Let's open the discussion. Please get in touch about this one.
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The art of being able to ask a good question is indeed that, an art. In soceity now do we really get the answers we want when we speak to people? Is this because they don't understand the question, or are we asking it right? This talk explores the bext way to question and some of the things that have worked for me over the years. Try it see what happens.
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New year new me really is a thing. Why should it be?
This talk explores the idea that we should not be setting resolutions, we should be carrying on with the good work we are already doing. In some cases new goals are needed but do we really need them if the old ones are not done?
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The art of BJJ is not just two people ripping each other up. Well sometimes it is. There is another side to it that is less explored.
If you need to go deeper you need the staff to help. I bring in one of the most well known grapplers the UK has ever seen. Dan Strauss.
Then you combine that with yoga, chess, meditation and philosophy. Our friend of the family Adisa Banjoko.
I promise you this is a podcast that you do not want to miss. We covered it all in one of the most in depth conversations we have ever had. The knowledge level was different and there was a lot of fun to be had too.
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So then another takeover. As always you need to hand the podcast over to someone who really knows what they are doing. Bring in a man who I love dearly, have the highest respect for and is the inner circle. Cousin Amit is back to takeover and oh my we had a good time. No stone unturned, nothing left to chance. Can't even begin to express how much fun this was.
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You may have heard me say it before but before punching and grappling there was basketball. Basketball saved my life, in a time when I really needed a focus. I have watched this game since 1986 and it is deeply rooted in my heart. So I decided to do a fantasy draft.
Who do you call when such things happen? My two close friends Lee and Jake. Yep we had some controversial and some odd picks with this one. Who had the better team? Listen in and find out.
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When it gets to the point where you feel like you want to break, looking at the trigger is not always the reason. In my life I have always tried to maintain a certain set of routines that help me to keep stable. These routines ensure that I am looking after the little steps which in turn will mean the big stuff works. In this talk we explore how looking after the little metrics means you give yourself the best chance of looking after the big stuff.
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The road to being an F1 driver for any gender has to be one of the hardest paths in sport. It requires a lot of work and a bit of luck along the way. So very rarely do you get a brother and sister combination who are both brilliant behind the wheel. Today we bring you Thomas and Catherine Potter who are on a journey to make the big time. In this episode we share laughs and talk about the harder side of trying to be great. Even at a young age both have had to endure awful abuse while they chase the dream. This was a brilliant conversation. It was an important one that shows the pressure some young people are under.
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One of my favourite hobbies is boxing. As well as watching also learning it. I have loved it from an early age. It is a very detailed sport which is much more then hitting people in the face. Having been in the ring a number of times I know how hard it is to survive in there.
Everyone has their favourite boxers and I have mine too. So I asked my close friend previous guest Dave Frater to come back on and list our top 5. Not maybe the best ones but our favourites.
Who did we choose?
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Most of us are on a drive to be wealthy. Most of us. You may spend a lot of time and hard work trying to get that point. So then why would you want to give your wealth away?
In this talk we speak about how you can give your wealth away on all levels, not just money but time. How it creates connections in your wider environment and also the idea of being the rich homeless person.
Is that even possible?
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My goal to be a black belt in Chu Sai Lei Wing Chun, Judo and BJJ is not an easy target. Why should it be? I have been thinking about this goal for the last few years and how leaks over into my day to day life, my need for validation and also my desire to improve. Am I doing it for the right reasons or am I doing it based on my desperate need to be restless?
In this talk I explore what trying to achieve this target has done for me, is doing for me now and what it may do. This one is deeper than martial arts.
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Here once again it’s time to hand the baby over. Today the sitter is someone who we have had on the podcast before, someone who is doing amazing things and changing lives. Farzana Hirji Karawalli is a consultant, trainer and quality assurance specialist in health, social and supported living services. Someone who we look up to greatly here as her work is so important in todays world. Today we hand over the podcast and see where it takes us, we talk about many things and I get interviewed about some deep and long standing topics. More than anything this was so much fun, I had such a great time handing the show over.
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I have long suspected that I have ADHD but this has never been diagnosed. Our son is in the process of having his confirmed and in learning about ADHD to help I have learned about myself. I have learned about how to reconcile my shame, guilt and pain about my behaviour as a child. In trying to help Brodie to become great I have helped myself to be more forgiving.
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When we talk about someone who has lived a life this guest has lived a universe. I first met Dr Neil Nasser on a mental health course I was attending and was instantly blown away. A multi talented man in the field of coaching, mental health and wellbeing. This was an amazing talk with a man who has seen the ugly side of life, changed his life and is still empowering other people in life. We covered it all, religion, life, HipHop and some stories you just won’t expect.
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Each one teach one is one of the core Hip Hop philosophies. The ability to be a great teacher in any field also has the power to change lives forever. In this episode I give you a dear friend Dave Frater. A school teacher of over 30 years Dave has seen it all. We talk about how the culture of teaching has evolved, what needs to happen going forward and dogs. Yes dogs. Dave has changed lives over the years and he shares some of those stories in this podcast. Highs and lows. This was another one of the moments when I was reminded of how great my circle of people are.
Today we speak with two of the most important people in my life. Karl Green is one of my current BJJ coaches and Nathan Leverton, as well as being my first ever podcast is the owner of Leicester Shootfighters. One of the most well-known martial arts establishments in the UK. A long history of producing great fighters and links to the community that have helped hundreds of people. We have had Karl and Nathan on separate podcasts before, this time however they are both together. It’s like a podcast shark tank. Come and get it because this one was deep and also hilarious. https://www.instagram.com/kgreenbjj/ https://www.instagram.com/nathanleverton/
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Today we speak about creating good solid habits in young people. Not to make sure become little soldiers or even to keep them in line. To empower them, to give them a chance to take responsability. It's a way of showing them how much we the adults trust them. It's another way of expressing love.
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This week we look at thought bias. A trait that every human on the planet is gulty of. Yet many don't know they are doing it. Some know they are doing it and keep doing it anyway. Is the hardest part of your behaviour to change? Have a listen and let me know.
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This week we speak to Sarah Down. Blackbelt, runner, rugby player, judo teacher and runs her own management company. Working alongside Dan Powell at Phoenix Judo in Leicester Sarah has a unique perspective on life as a female athlete in the world of Judo. We talked about empowerment, media and how to mentor your daughters. This was an important conversation with a lot of very important points that we all need to work on. Huge thanks for coming on.
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This show we explore the idea of injury. Having recently been hurt in training we talk about the mental, emotional and physical injury that needs to be invested in getting well again. We also explore how you can set the example when it comes to recovery.
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It's duel podcast time again and this time it was with 3 amazing ladies. Notepad Philosophy was lucky enough to be invited on to the What Comfort Zone? podcast. Just a brilliant a time was had, so much fun as we explored life, comfort zones and free hugs. Connect and get involved - INSTAGRAM - TWITTER - THE HIP HOP PODCAST
WELCOME TO PART 2 OF OUR TALK with Kolby Johnson one of the most dedicated, adaptable and multi talented people we know. Kolby has dedicated his life to improvement of self and everyone else around him. The number of lives this man has changed immeasurable. We talked about his time in the army, life, mental health and or course Hip Hop.
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Today we speak to Kolby Johnson one of the most dedicated, adaptable and multi talented people we know. Kolby has dedicated his life to improvement of self and everyone else around him. The number of lives this man has changed immeasurable. We talked about his time in the army, life, mental health and or course Hip Hop.
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On the day Lewis Hamilton was beaten by Max Verstappen to the F1 world title, we get stuck into sport. A big part of my life and many others including our guest today Mark Drugan. The rules.... Pick 3 events that are not football / soccer but you also had to be there live. What did we choose, why did we choose it? Cricket, Basketball, NFL, NBA, Rugby and Chess...yes we have it all today.
Get in touch and tell us who won!
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Today we go back to a staple of mine. We enter the Temple Of Hip Hop for a good old fashioned battle. We covered 2Pac, Wu Tang, Snoop Dogg, Redman, New York to L.A yep we had it all.
Now you need someone who knows what they are on about so bring in one my oldest friends Lee Elliot. The first ever Notepad Philosophy battle, album for album.
Get in touch and tell us who won!
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Today we speak to Erin Herle of Submit The Stigma. A charity organisation that has it's roots in BJJ but is focussed on helping people to rid themselves of the stigma of mental health. Erin and her team are doing life changing work for all areas of mental health. A women who has taken her own grief and turned it into world class project that helps other people.
A true hero? Yeah I would say so.
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Today we speak to Simon Bramwell XR (Extinction Rebellion) Co founder. Perhaps the most important topic we will ever talk about. Climate change and the way the world is heading is of great worry to billions. We talked about governmental issues here in the UK an US, the media intervention and protest movements across the world. Simon and his global team are fighting the fight for change, so how does he go about it? Find out.
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Today we speak to Jenny Saily. Once more, mother to 3 kids, CEO, business founder, business owner, marathon runner and general all round super human. This time we speak about what it's like to be an empowered women in modern business. A pioneer in her field and a women inspiring the next generation of young people. We talked women's empowerment, women of the next generation and the future for women in business.
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Today we speak to well....ME. So once again we have the takeover. Also once again you need hand the ball over to someone who can run with it properly. So who else better that Amit Sharma. The man who did takeover 1 is back for revenge and round 2. Sit back...let's see where this goes then.
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Today we speak to Jenny Saily. Mother to 3 kids, CEO, business founder, business owner, marathon runner and general all round super human. When we talk about hyper motivated people this is one of them. Someone who has done things her own way and outworked everyone else. We had so much to cover that this is only part 1. Stay tuned for part 2.
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Today we speak to Todd Adams co-founder of Men Living. Based in Chicago Men Living helps men to find connections and improve their lives. A brilliant support group that coaches, helps and encourages the building bonds. Todd and his team are literally saving lives by helping the wellbeing of the 'modern' man. This could well be one of the most important podcasts I have ever done. Please check out the links below as Men Living also offer a global service, Todd is also involved in coaching and has his own podcast. Please check it out the links below.
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Today we speak to Amit Sharma otherwise known as my Canada fam about the connection between physical fitness and work ethic. How to stay healthy and how this effects your day to day work life. Looking at how poor management also has a direct relation to your health. Always a pleasure to speak to Amit, one of the hardest workers we know.
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As a follow on from the Hip Hop podcast we speak to James Mannings from Gracious Bears about his connection to Hip Hop. The role it has played in his life, how it has influenced him and the touchpoints of his life. We also talked about the creative process.
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As a follow on from the Hip Hop podcast we speak to Komeil Alibai about issues in the middle east. More importantly what it was like to grow up in the Iran, Iraq war. A dangerous time. Komeil came to the UK and worked his way through the education system to become a highly respected member of society. This is an amazing story that you will want to hear.
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As a follow on from the Hip Hop podcast we speak to Mark Drugan once more about gigs. As you know we love a good live show here and of course our resident music expert is back to discuss his top 5 gigs and also to discuss mine. Call it top trumps.
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As a follow on from the Hip Hop podcast we speak about how to learn from the process of bereavement. What we can take from it, the ability to deal with it and understanding the process in terms of looking upwards. I recently lost a friend and was in the position of having to understand what I was feeling, and the best way to manage it.
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As a follow on from the Hip Hop podcast we spoke to my dear friend Ken Katebe about racism. The issues around it and how we fix it. Ken has been pushing the diversity and inclusion agenda in major business for years so it was essential to hear his take on the way the world is. This really was a conversation of great insight. I consider myself luck to have spent the time with Ken.
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As a follow on from the Hip Hop podcast we spoke again to Rafiq Patel from Minhaj-Ul-Quran International. A pillar of the British Islamic community, we talked the gap between British Asians and why there is still so much tension between us. In a world divided what can we do to bring it all back together again? Rafiq explains. Trust me I have been looking forward to this interview for months.
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As a follow on from the Hip Hop podcast we spoke again to Luke Spencer but this time he spoke to me. Correct for the first time Notepad Philosophy was interviewed on someone else's show. It was brilliant. We covered martial arts of course, music, PTSD and the idea of sitting in turtle. Luke is also doing amazing work for MND. The link to donate is below.
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As a follow on from the Hip Hop podcast we spoke to ME Amman J Jordan from the US. Hot topics taking hold right now regarding Black on Asian and Asian on Black violence. Also how the US and UK have different views on this. We also spoke about martial arts. Please follow Amman on Instagram as his IG Live shows are full level brainfood.
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As a follow on from the Hip Hop podcast we spoke to ME Notepad Wisdom about the controversial phrase "you got beat by a girl". How this comment gives rise to sexism in children and plants the seed going forward.
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As a follow on from the Hip Hop podcast we spoke to Damon Lee. Social worker, BJJ teacher and Cancer overcomer. There was no stone unturned in this one when it came to the topics. We covered BJJ, recovery, life, social injustice. It was just the best hour of conversation going. Sometimes in life you come across people who are a bit special. This is one of those times.
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As a follow on from the Hip Hop podcast we did Desert Island Discs once more. This time it was my turn, yes me. Notepad Wisdom. Tune in and check out what 6 tracks have pretty much changed my life. The man charged with taking up the interview tasks was Mark Drugan otherwise known as Uncle Mark.
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As a follow on from the Hip Hop podcast we did a first time Duelcast with Luke Spencer BJJ Black Belt & The Host Of The Cauliflower Chronicles. We talked about all things BJJ, whipping. Yes whipping but it has a context. The condition of the white belt spaz and a whole host of other things. This was a lot of fun. Also please check out Luke's podcast The Cauliflower Chronicles.
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As a follow on from the Hip Hop podcast we spoke to ME Notepad Wisdom about why the grappling arts Judo and BJJ terrify to my mortal core. How I suffer with nerves and anxiety before and during class. A very personal one as I love both arts but sometimes struggle with the mental side of things.
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As a follow on from the Hip Hop podcast we spoke to writer, MC, DJ, public speaker, chess player, BJJ fighter and all round Hip Hop purist Adisa The Bishop. Brain food level was off the charts. We spoke about BLM, DMX and the recent surge in Black & Asian violence. Not to be missed, when he speaks you listen.
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As a follow on from the Hip Hop podcast we spoke to Craig Robbins of Leicester Judo Academy. Head coach and also my tutor. We talked about life in and out of Judo, the difficulty of inspiring the next generation, the stigma of Judo. We also spoke about why in some circles Judo is not taken seriously enough. Was nice to speak to Craig as opposed to be thrown across a room by him.
www.leicesterjudoacademy.co.uk
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www.sjkjudo.co.uk
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As a follow on from the Hip Hop podcast we spoke to my cousin Raj Gosal about the current state of life and also mental health. This one was fun because when you speak to Raj you get a very honest view of things. Brutal in some places but always honest.
WARNING 1. We had trouble with the sound as Raj lives on a boat.
WARNING 2. Raj likes to swear and curse a lot so if you don't like bad language be warned.
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As a follow on from the Hip Hop podcast we spoke to Farzana Hirji Karawali about wellbeing. We covered mental, physical and spiritual wellbeing and also strategies to help. To make it even more interesting we covered a lot of issues surrounding mental health in the ethnic minority population, and why it still has such a stigma. Had to battle through as I had good old solid man flu!
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As a follow on from the Hip Hop podcast we spoke to Matt Capener (Associate Director, Global Delivery, EMEA & APAC). We took it back to a session we did a few weeks ago for some more Desert Island Discs. Plus some additional chaos in the podcast. This one was a lot of fun.
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As a follow on from the Hip Hop podcast we spoke to Michael (Mick) Honeyman about life inside and outside the forces. We spoke about the impact of the Falklands, Iraq and mental health in the forces. One not to be missed and a great talk with a close friend.
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As a follow on from the Hip Hop podcast we spoke to Jenny Tong once again. Many thanks for the return. This time it was all about racism in society, sport and in general life. This one was super deep and really got into why things are the way they are for black and brown people in the UK. Brainfood does not even begin to cover it.
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As a follow on from the Hip Hop podcast we spoke to two of my long term friends Jake Brian and Lee Elliot about three of the most difficult questions in sports. This time the podcast was the sportscast.
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As a follow on from the Hip Hop podcast we spoke to Duane Harper (Aire Valley Martial Arts, CSL Wing Chun & BJJ Black Belt). We covered foot locks, business, training programs all with the wit and knowledge that only Duane can provide. We also spoke about being the old man in a BJJ class.
www.instagram.com/oldguardjiujitsu
www.av-ma.co.uk
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As a follow on from the Hip Hop podcast we spoke to Mark Drugan (Managing Director Head Of Primaries, Europe). This was a first for the podcast as we got into our version of Desert Island Discs. What did he choose? Why did he choose them? Have a listen.
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Shhhh Don't tell anyone...the tracks are below...SHHH!
So What by Miles Davies
Inner City Blues By Marvin Gaye
Concreate Jungle By Bob Marley
Will To Love - Neil Young
Astronomey - Blue Oyster Cult
Funeral Ikos - John Tavener
As a follow on from the Hip Hop podcast we spoke to CEO, founder and creator of Diversity Hut, Usman Shah. Not only a leader in the field of diversity and inclusion Usman is also one of Britain's leading entrepreneur's.
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www.linkedin.com/company/diversityhut
www.twitter.com/diversityhut
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As a follow on from the Hip Hop podcast we spoke to writer, MC, DJ, public speaker, chess player, BJJ fighter and all round Hip Hop purist Adisa The Bishop about all things life, civil rights, Hip Hop, BJJ and how to move forward. Brain food level was off the charts.
www.bishopchronicles.com
www.instagram.com/realhiphopchess
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As a follow on from the Hip Hop podcast we spoke to Emily Linscott. The rising star of British Motorsport. We spoke about how we can get more women into the sport and how to inspire the next generation of girls.
www.emilylinscott.com
www.instagram.com/emi_racing_
www.shiftupnow.com
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As a follow on from the Hip Hop podcast we spoke once more to Natalie Davis from The Wellbeing Girl. We spoke about all things yoga, lockdown, mental health in major companies. It was tightly packed high intensity brain food.
www.thewellbeinggirl.co.uk
www.instagram.com/thewellbeinggirl
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As a follow on from the Hip Hop podcast we spoke to Sarah Davies Team GB Weightlifter about women's empowerment, teaching the next generation and body image. Brain food was fully served.
www.wisdom4weightlifting.com
www.instagram.com/sarahd_gb
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As a follow on from the Hip Hop podcast we speak about the need to find good teachers in your life. Also about being the kind of student someone would want to teach.
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As a follow on from the Hip Hop podcast we hand the podcast over to leadership champion Amit Sharma who hosted the takeover. Speaking to none other than me.. Notepad Wisdom.
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As a follow on from the Hip Hop podcast we talk Chu Sau Lei Wing Chun's Aaron Baum. We talked all things MMA, Marital arts, Wing Chun, BJJ and life. Like speaking to your friends...because it was.
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As a follow on from the Hip Hop podcast we talk about the ring of fire theory. The idea of taking care of what is in front of you and removing the distractions.
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As a follow on from the Hip Hop podcast we talk about the rules of rest and why this is so important. Learning to value your time when you do rest up. Removing the stigma of taking time out.
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As a follow on from the Hip Hop podcast we talk to Alan Orr, world class Wing Chun teacher and BJJ Black Belt about martial arts, business and life. Also we find out if he can skateboard.
www.alanorrwingchunacademy.com
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As a follow on from the Hip Hop podcast we talk to head grappling coach at Leicester Shootfighters, Karl Green about all things grappling and mental health. Plus the colour of your gear.
www.instagram.com/kgreenbjj
www.instagram.com/leicestershootfighters
www.leicestermma.co.uk
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As a follow on from the Hip Hop podcast we talk to DCode. Father, DJ, podcast expert, producer, yoga enthusiast, lecturer, music industry genius. All round hard worker and one of my innermost circle.
www.instagram.com/officialdcode
www.instagram.com/weareaudioculture
www.instagram.com/dcodepsylence
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As a follow on from the Hip Hop podcast we talk to Natalie Davis The Wellbeing Girl about all things empowerment, and projects she is currently working on. Plus a guest appearance by the kids.
www.instagram.com/thewellbeinggirl
www.thewellbeinggirl.co.uk
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As a follow on from the Hip Hop podcast we talk about the importance of finding time in the day for yourself. The small moments of peace and how important they are for wellbeing.
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As a follow on from the Hip Hop podcast we talk about all things empowerment, as it relates to women. How I as a father can improve parenting my daughter and how men need to help the change.
www.instagram.com/jennyt811
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As a follow on from the Hip Hop podcast we talk about knowledge sharing but sharing the problem not the solution.
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As a follow on from the Hip Hop podcast we talk about the ability to celebrate the right way. What it shows other people and what it says about you in the process.
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As a follow on from the Hip Hop podcast we talk to Amit Sharma about all things leadership. Inside and outside of the workplace, also leadership at home.
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As a follow on from the Hip Hop podcast we talk to Nathan Leverton the founder of Leicester Shootfighters about all things martial arts, history and mental health. For more information check out www.leicestermma.co.uk
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www.instagram.com/nathanleverton
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As a follow on from the Hip Hop podcast we talk about the ability to take the concept of ego and use it for good.
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As a follow on from the Hip Hop podcast we discuss making progress in silence. Quiet noise and using it to your advantage to overtake people.
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As a follow on from the Hip Hop podcast we discuss supporting movements the right way. Helping by taking action.
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As a follow on from the Hip Hop podcast we discuss the need to understand the decision to take action.
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As a follow on from the Hip Hop podcast we discuss the importance of finishing strong. Crossing the finish line with strength in reserve.
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