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The Mental Roots PodcastS2 Ep. 21 - Steps For Systematic Change In Mental Health (A-Game Consultancy Pt. 3)SEASON 2 FINALE! What will it take from everyone to bring systematic change to men's mental health? I discuss this with coaches Adam Smith and Adam Hindley, while uncovering the origin story behind their A-Game Consultancy!A-Game Consultancy website: https://www.agameconsultancy.com/Check out the A-Game Consultancy's blog, YouTube, podcast and more content: https://linktr.ee/agameconsultancy.**IF YOU ARE STRUGGLING WITH SUICIDAL THOUGHTS, PLEASE CONTACT ONE OF THE SERVICES HERE** https://www.nhs.uk/mental-health/feelings-symptoms-behaviours/behaviours/help-for-suicidal-thoughts/ALL MENTAL ROOTS CONTENT, ANIMATION & SOCIAL...2022-03-0836 min
The Mental Roots PodcastS2 Ep. 20 - Impact of Life Experiences on Men's Mindset (A-Game Consultancy Pt. 2)Dyspraxia, peer pressure, upbringing around food... how can these trigger negative mindsets in men? Hear the life stories of Life Coach Adam Smith and Personal Trainer Adam Hindley (from the A-Game Consultancy) to find out đź‘€...Check out the A-Game Consultancy's blog, YouTube, podcast and more here: https://linktr.ee/agameconsultancy.**IF YOU ARE STRUGGLING WITH SUICIDAL THOUGHTS, PLEASE CONTACT ONE OF THE SERVICES HERE** https://www.nhs.uk/mental-health/feelings-symptoms-behaviours/behaviours/help-for-suicidal-thoughts/ALL MENTAL ROOTS CONTENT, ANIMATION & SOCIAL MEDIA HERE: https://linktr.ee/MentalrootspodcastMORE INF...2022-03-0241 min
The Mental Roots PodcastS2 Ep. 19 - Practical Mindset Tips for Men! (A-Game Consultancy Pt. 1)What does our body image, self talk and more reveal about our mindset/beliefs as men? Life Coach Adam Smith and Personal Trainer Adam Hindley (2/3rds of the A-Game Consultancy) break this down REAL GOOD! It just might change your life đź‘€...Check out the A-Game Consultancy's blog, YouTube, podcast and more here: https://linktr.ee/agameconsultancy.**ALL MENTAL ROOTS CONTENT, ANIMATION & SOCIAL MEDIA HERE**: https://linktr.ee/Mentalrootspodcast**MORE INFO ON MENTAL ROOTS ANIMATION HERE**: https://nathananimation.weebly.com/mental-roots.html*Health pro...2022-02-2249 min
The Mental Roots PodcastS2 Ep. 18 - Vulnerability Is The New Cool! (Shocka Pt. 4)Is it time for vulnerability in black cuture to be the norm? British rapper Shocka shares thoughts, PLUS EXCLUSIVE info on his UPCOMING ALBUM 'Vulnerability Is The New Cool'! 👀Follow Shocka on Instagram and Twitter @shocka_artist and find him on all music platforms: https://linktr.ee/shockauk. **ALL MENTAL ROOTS CONTENT, ANIMATION & SOCIAL MEDIA HERE**: https://linktr.ee/Mentalrootspodcast **MORE INFO ON MENTAL ROOTS ANIMATION HERE**: https://nathananimation.weebly.com/mental-roots.html *Health product plug*To place an order of the ON shots...2022-02-0844 min
The Mental Roots PodcastS2 Ep. 17 - How Does Being Sectioned Affect Mental Health? (Shocka Pt. 3)London rapper and mental health advocate Shocka shares RARE DETAIL on being sectioned in a mental health hospital. He talks schizophrenic episodes, medication and more...Check out this DOCUMENTARY in which Shocka shared more on this - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=t_x3n8M7Wag.Follow Shocka on Instagram and Twitter @shocka_artist and find him on all music platforms: https://linktr.ee/shockauk.**WATCH THE MENTAL ROOTS ANIMATION HERE**: https://nathananimation.weebly.com/mental-roots.html Mental Roots premiere in BBC Four Intoducing Arts programme (U...2022-02-0145 min
The Mental Roots PodcastS2 Ep. 16 - What Builds Black Men's Character? (Shocka Pt. 2)From 'victim' to leader; rapper Shocka drops GEMS about how his mental hospital experience, lack of father figure and more built his character as a black man. We also discuss character building in the context of being that 'one black guy' in certain professions and industries. Pioneering ain't easy, but we have the power to be the change we want to see!Follow Shocka on Instagram and Twitter @shocka_artist and find him on all music platforms: https://linktr.ee/shockauk.**WATCH THE MENTAL ROOTS ANIMATION HERE**: https://nathananimation...2022-01-2541 min
The Mental Roots PodcastS2 Ep. 15 - How Does Rap Impact Black Men? (Shocka Pt. 1)How can rap shape our identities as black men? London-based 'conscious' rapper and mental health advocate Shocka shares his expert thoughts! We also discuss the power of his easy-to-understand conscious lyrics, edifying people, how music shaped Shocka's self expression growing up, and the emotional/mental journey of navigating the music industry as a yute....Follow Shocka on Instagram and Twitter @shocka_artist and find him on all music platforms: https://linktr.ee/shockauk.Please SUBSCRIBE and STREAM the podcast on YouTube and MORE PODCAST OUTLETS HERE: https://anchor.fm...2022-01-1838 min
The Mental Roots PodcastS2 Ep 14 - Addicted, Abused and Redeemed (Patrick Hill Pt. 2)Patrick shares more details on his journey to asking for help and addressing past abuse. Plus, more on his takeaways as a coach and some great reflective points, especially useful as we transition into 2022!Follow Patrick @patrickhillcoaching on Insta for great mindset content - and his upcoming podcast! Check out Patrick's website too or contact him at patrickhill@thinkingbeyondnow.co.uk to find out more about his coaching, or if anything in this episode has personally affected you.Please SUBSCRIBE and STREAM the podcast on YouTube and MORE PODCAST OUTLETS HERE: https://anchor.fm/mentalroots.2021-12-2155 min
The Mental Roots PodcastS2 Ep. 13 - Have You Had Enough Pain Yet? (Patrick Hill Pt. 1)Lol our first Caucasian (and Gay) guest! London-based life coach Patrick Hill goes through his years as a young man navigating challenges to his identity and sexuality, and the coping mechanism of addiction that he leaned on as a result. How did he eventually find the motivation to do something about it?...Follow Patrick @patrickhillcoaching on Insta for great mindset content - and his upcoming podcast! Check out Patrick's website too or contact him at patrickhill@thinkingbeyondnow.co.uk to find out more about his coaching, or if anything in this episode has personally affected you.2021-12-1447 min
The Mental Roots PodcastS2 Ep. 12 - Ending Cycles of Narcissism (Joy Larkin Pt. 2)Joy and I wrap up our chat about narcissistic abuse, as Joy shares more about her coaching practice, narcissism in black parenting and more! Check out Joy's services and more on her website: https://livenarcfree.com/. Joy's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/livenarcfree.llc/Please SUBSCRIBE and STREAM the podcast on YouTube and MORE PODCAST OUTLETS HERE: https://anchor.fm/mentalroots.Mental Roots ANIMATED SHORT PREMIERE is Sunday 12th December, 22:30 GMT on BBC FOUR - Access programme here: https://www.bbc.co.uk/programmes/m0012j68. 2021-12-0740 min
The Mental Roots PodcastS2 Ep. 11 - What Makes A Narcissist (Joy Larkin Pt. 1)Narcissistic abuse coach Joy Larkin shares her experience in abusive relatiosnhips, and what she's learned about narcisstic behaviours and their roots. Check out her services and more on her website: https://livenarcfree.com/. Joy's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/livenarcfree.llc/.PODCAST SOCIALS:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mentalrootspodcastTwitter: https://twitter.com/MentalRootsPod1SOCIAL MEDIA AND EDITING ASSISTANTS WANTED! Please contact our email mentalrootspod@gmail.com or DM our above socials if you'd like to volunteer for these roles (however temporarily).Please...2021-11-3039 min
The Mental Roots PodcastS2 Ep. 10 - Faith, Food & Other Factors (Terrel Douglas Pt. 2)Terrel and I wrap up our conversation exploring how faith culture, and youth/black culturesw around food can impact mental health. Check out Terrel's content including great mental health advocacy on Instagram: @ashertee_.This episode's recommended read is Safe: 20 Ways to be a Black Man in Britain Today by Derek Owusu; order it here - https://amzn.to/3CDMFneDisclaimer: The above is an affiliate link that allows us to earn a small commission from any orders of the products. Any money earned will be saved and reinvested back into my podcast, music and/or...2021-11-2336 min
The Mental Roots PodcastS2 Ep. 9 - Black Boy School Days (Terrel Douglas Pt. 1)Finally, NEW CONTENT! I link up with fellow Inside Out focus group member Terrel; he shares how being a black British boy impacted his teacher relationships, peer interactions and more. Check out his content (including great mental health advocacy) on Instagram: @ashertee_.*Health product plug*To place an order of the ON shots, please use this link: https://bit.ly/3DBUQkODisclaimer: The above links are affiliate links that allow us to earn a small commission from any orders of the products. Any money earned will be saved and reinvested...2021-11-1939 min
The Mental Roots PodcastS2 Ep. 5 - The Growth of Inside Out & Black Men's Support (Vanessa Boachie Pt. 2)In this finale of our chat, we continue discussing the pressures of making helpful content, Inside Out's involvement in empowering young black men PLUS some interesting convo on black men and women's responsibilities for each other! Follow Vanessa @nessabanks_ on Insta: https://www.instagram.com/nessabanks_/ Check out Inside Out's website for more info on their workshops, trainng, social media handles and more: https://www.insideoutwellbeing.org/ To book a consultation regarding the health supplements I use, please select a time slot in my calendar: https://meetings.hubspot.com/nathanaddai Recording gear used: 2021-05-0448 min
The Mental Roots PodcastS2 Ep. 4 - Pressure, Panic Attacks & Positive Contribution (Vanessa Boachie Pt. 1)Part 1 of a great chat with Vanessa Boachie, founder of mental health initiative Inside Out UK! Great topics covered including our motivations and challenges of creating content on mental health, Vanessa's childhood and first experience phoning 111, Vanessa's journey into psychological therapy and more! Follow Vanessa @nessabanks_ on Insta: https://www.instagram.com/nessabanks_/ Follow Inside Out UK @insideoutwellbeing_ on Insta: https://www.instagram.com/insideoutwellbeing_/ To book a consultation regarding the health supplements I use, please select a time slot in my calendar: https://meetings.hubspot.com/nathanaddai Recording gear used: AKG...2021-04-2751 min
The Mental Roots PodcastS2 Ep. 3 - HBCUs and Therapy (Tajah Billingsley Pt. 3)Tajah and I finish our epic chat by delving into what therapy from a HBCU (Historically Black College/University) is like! Follow Tajah and her creative projects @issabouttruth on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/issabouttruth/ To book a consultation regarding the health supplements I use, please select a time slot in my calendar: https://meetings.hubspot.com/nathanaddai Recording gear used:AKG Perception 120 XLR Microphone - https://amzn.to/2QZRcOW Focusrite Scarlett Solo Audio interface - https://amzn.to/3rJDRHb Disclaimer: The above link is an affiliate link that allows me to earn...2021-04-2046 min
The Mental Roots PodcastS2 Ep. 2 - Guy & Girl Dynamics (Tajah Billingsley Pt. 2)My overseas animator friend Tajah Billingsley continues sharing her mental journey growing up, detailing a toxic relationship she had in high school. We then discuss issues between black men and women and how we all have roles to play in unity...Follow Tajah and her creative projects @issabouttruth on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/issabouttruth/*Health product plug* To place an order of the ON shots, please use this link: https://bit.ly/3DBUQkO. To share a testimonial of this product or learn more about the health supplements Nathan uses, please contact him @nath_addai...2021-04-1341 min
The Mental Roots PodcastS2 Ep. 1 - Black, Female & Muslim (Tajah Billingsley Pt. 1)We're FINALLY BACK with more powerful convos about mental health in the black community! With my Mental Roots animation now FINISHED and awaiting BBC's broadcast, we start Season 2 with US student, animator and deep thinker Tajah Billingsley about how her sex, race and faith shaped her life growing up... Follow Tajah and her creative projects @issabouttruth on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/issabouttruth/ Recording gear used:AKG Perception 120 XLR Microphone - https://amzn.to/2QZRcOW Focusrite Scarlett Solo Audio interface - https://amzn.to/3rJDRHb Disclaimer: The above link is an affiliate link that...2021-04-0634 min
The Mental Roots PodcastS1 Ep. 17 - Legacy Mentality with Sipho Ndlovu (Part 3)Are your career goals too self-centered? Sipho and I finish our epic chat discussing the mental/social perks of not always thinking 'me me me', plus sharing our heart for black creative empowerment and more!Find Sipho on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sipho-eric-ndlovu-45aa1773/My social media - Insta: nath_addai, Twitter: @NatAddai2020-10-1335 min
#FaithtalkEp. 19 - A Chat with Saint CJ (PART 4)The epic finale of my chat with Callum Jaye a.k.a. Saint CJ! Here we discuss CJ's journey meeting and learning from various Christian music artists and the power of faith-based community within music. EPISODE TRACKLIST: 1. Nath Addai - 'Tryna Say' (working progress - title subject to change), prod. by Nath Addai 2. Saint CJ feat. SMSN - 'Drippin', prod. by Julius 3. Nath Addai - 'Say It As It Is', prod. by Neon Blue and Nath Addai SEARCH 'Saint CJ' ON ALL MUSIC STREAMING PLATFORMS for CJ's music! CJ's Insta: https...2020-03-3144 min#FaithtalkEp. 18 - A Chat with Saint CJ (PART 3)In this part of my chat with CJ we discuss: hardships in pursuing music, getting into The BRIT School and repping Christ in performing arts, trusting God through suffering and more!SEARCH 'Saint CJ' ON ALL MUSIC STREAMING PLATFORMS for CJ's music! CJ's Insta: https://instagram.com/saintcj_?igshid=9f2x1gqadapk CJ's YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC_EsfPbTpnA39_yfAUlpUXQ2020-03-2442 min#FaithtalkEp. 17 - A Chat with Saint CJ (PART 2)Here's part 2 of my chat with Callum Jaye (a.k.a. Saint CJ) in which we discuss: the power of gratefulness (especially needed at this crazy time!), how CJ accepted Jesus and got into music, hearing God's voice and more! SEARCH 'Saint CJ' ON ALL MUSIC STREAMING PLATFORMS for CJ's music! CJ's Insta: https://instagram.com/saintcj_?igshid=9f2x1gqadapk CJ's YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC_EsfPbTpnA39_yfAUlpUXQ2020-03-1741 min#FaithtalkEp. 16 - A Chat with Saint CJ (PART 1)Here's the start of a great conversation I had with Christian recording artist Saint CJ (real name Callum Jaye). In this part we discuss his BC days, male role models, the church & race, and more! EPISODE TRACKLIST:1. NEW TRACK: 'Evil Sells' (Spoken Word Piece) - Written, recorded and produced by Nath Addai. 2. 'Psycho' (Dave Cover) (#FreestyleFriday no. 8) - Written and recorded by Nath Addai. Cover beat prod. by Patrick West. Stream track here: https://soundcloud.com/nath-tallents/freestylefriday-no-8-psycho-dave-cover SEARCH 'Saint CJ' ON ALL MUSIC STREAMING PLATFORMS for CJ's music! CJ's Insta...2020-03-1132 min#FaithtalkEp. 15 - A Chat with Helena Fletcher (Part 2) (Conscious Creators)In this part, Helena and I chat about creative inspirations and aspirations, the 'Christian' label in the Arts, judgement within the church and more! Check out Helena's work here: https://instagram.com/helena_illustrates?igshid=k5mo40lzmzlo2020-03-0446 min#FaithtalkEp. 14 - A Chat with Helena Fletcher (Part 1) (Conscious Creators)I chat with my uni mate Helena about Christian upbringing; Helena's interest in illustration; ambitions and knowing what true success is, and more! Catch Helena's illustrations on Insta: https://instagram.com/helena_illustrates?igshid=k3w9pp5ag9cd2020-02-2549 min#FaithtalkEp. 13 - A Chat with Ellie Bustin (PART 2) (Conscious Creators)In this episode we discuss Ellie's current project ideas, creative challenges and the future of Christian creativity. Check out the Three Christians Podcast featuring Ellie and her friends Ben and Chris on all podcast platforms including Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2CgOVOe308hItvLxWjyYxy?si=bKOH0aZsTB65rl7ti2MB1w Podcast Insta: https://instagram.com/threechristianspodcast?igshid=17z27yb06x9wf Ellie's Insta: https://instagram.com/ellie.bustinx?igshid=g1fm755vn3d92020-02-1831 min#FaithtalkEp. 12 - A Chat with Ellie Bustin (PART 1) (Conscious Creators)Another addition to the 'Conscious Creators' series: I chat with Digital Media student and Christian friend Ellie about her faith journey and her exposure to Christian broadcasting! Check out her Three Christians Podcast with her friends Ben and Chris on all podcast platforms, including Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2CgOVOe308hItvLxWjyYxy?si=bKOH0aZsTB65rl7ti2MB1w Podcast Insta: https://instagram.com/threechristianspodcast?igshid=17z27yb06x9wf Ellie's Insta: https://instagram.com/ellie.bustinx?igshid=g1fm755vn3d92020-02-1136 min#FaithtalkEp. 11 - A Chat with RJay (PART 2) (Conscious Creators)Here's the finale of me and Reece 'RJay' Ferreira's convo, in which we further discuss Christian hip-hop further and cover artistic collaboration; thoughts on Kanye and Christianity trending; the complexities of actually 'making it' in creative industries and more! EPISODE TRACKLIST: 1. Nath Addai - '2020 Vision' (prod. by Nath Addai, stream here: https://soundcloud.com/nath-tallents/2020-vision) 2. Nath Addai - #StillOnTheRunChallenge (#FreestyleFriday no. 4) 3. RJay - 'Certain' (prod. by RJay) 4. RJay - 'Glorious 3' (prod. by Dylan Ochsner) All songs from RJay's latest mixtape 'No Rush', available on all streaming platforms: http://hyperurl...2020-02-0747 min#FaithtalkEp. 10 - A Chat with RJay (PART 1) (Conscious Creators)Here it is, the 10 episode landmark! Part 1 of a great chat with budding artist Reece 'RJay' Ferreira; in this part we chat about upbringing, faith journey and our early experiences with hip-hop... EPISODE TRACKLIST: 1. RJay - 'Depart' (prod. by RJay) 2. RJay - 'Answer' (prod. by RJay) All songs from RJay's latest mixtape 'No Rush', available on all streaming platforms: http://hyperurl.co/9mhas6 Check out RJay's Insta: https://www.instagram.com/rjay_ferreira/2020-02-0447 min#FaithtalkEp. 9 - A Chat with Phoebe Bensalem (PART 3) (Conscious Creators)Source: https://www.spreaker.com/user/11368315/faithtalk-ep-9-overall-edit-mixdown In this final part of my chat with Phoebe, we discuss the boundaries of how we sensibly spread our Christian and Islamic beliefs; more on Phoebe's inspiration from existing Muslim artists; deceiving religious people and spirits, and more! Catch Phoebe's creative work on Instagram: @phoebebensalem - https://www.instagram.com/phoebebensalem/?hl=en.2020-01-2847 min#FaithtalkEp. 8 - A Chat with Phoebe Bensalem (PART 2) (Conscious Creators)In this part of my chat with Phoebe, I share a bit more about what sets Christianity apart and Phoebe starts to touch on how Islam influences her outlook on creativity and other topics. See Phoebe's illustrations on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/phoebebensalem/?hl=en2020-01-2447 min#FaithtalkEp. 7 - A Chat with Phoebe Bensalem (PART 1) (Conscious Creators)Happy new year, I'm back with more conversations, this time also focusing on how people's faiths have influenced their creative work. This is part one of my chat with Phoebe Ailsa Bensalem, a budding illustrator in my uni - in this part we discuss her upbringing, Muslim experiences and comparisons between Christianity and Islam. See Phoebe's illustrations on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/phoebebensalem/?hl=en EPISODE TRACKLIST:1. RY Cypher '19 track (Knowing God's Will) - teaser for MUSIC VIDEO (coming soon): https://www.instagram.com/p/B6Xs7L0jiaj/ 2. '2020 Vision' - track...2020-01-2048 min#FaithtalkEpisode 6 - Interview with classmate (Part 2)Source: https://www.spreaker.com/user/11368315/faithtalk-ep-6-interview-with-classmate-part-2 Here's Part 2 of an interview with another of my uni friends who wants to be nameless - in this part we discuss lots of things including fear of death, Christianity compared to other religions, God being like a movie director and hindsight. Hear the podcast on other platforms through here: https://nataddai.wixsite.com/nathaddai/sound-and-music2019-12-121h 01#FaithtalkEpisode 5 - Interview with classmate (Part 1)I'm finally back again, with a double bill of episodes before 2019's over! Here's Part 1 of an interview with another of my uni friends who wants to be nameless, discussing things like depression, church and the comfort in prayer. Episode Tracklist (all vocals written and performed by me): 1. 'Easter: The 'Good' in the Good News' (Spoken word poem). Music produced by James Currey. See the video here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dTtZOgGHnzU (Recorded and edited by Sarah Cogdon) 2. 'Louder at Midnight' (song still in progress)Produced and recorded by me2019-12-1155 min#FaithtalkEpisode 4 - Interview with Mo Ali (Part 2)Here's Part 2 of my interview with my uni friend Mo - in this part he talks more about what he has recently been learning and applying regarding being an authentic Christian. Feel free to also read Mo's blog to find out more about him: https://mosesali.blog/ Episode Tracklist (all vocals from me): 1. 'No Guidance' (Chris Brown ft. Drake Original Cover) - reproduced beat from: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KCD5RdXiHJE 2. 'Just Tryna Be Godly (Remix)' [Spoken Word] - produced by Steve Hubbard Hear the podcast on other platforms through here...2019-08-0240 min#FaithtalkEpisode 3 - Interview with Mo Ali (Part 1) [Islam to Christianity]Here's the (slightly overdue) third episode of my new podcast; enjoy this first part of my talk with another uni friend of mine who discusses his Muslim roots and particularly his gradual journey into being a devoted Christian!Episode TRACK LIST (all tracks by me):1. SWITCHO MODE (#FreestyleFriday no. 12) - full track: https://soundcloud.com/nath-tallents/freestylefriday-no-12-switcho-mode. 2. Sending One Up (Guvna B cover) [#FreestyleFriday no. 5] - stream here: https://soundcloud.com/nath-tallents/freestylefriday-no-5-sending-one-up-guvna-b-cover 3. Just Tryna Be Godly (Version 2.0) [produced by Steve Hubbard] ALL PLATFORMS for the podcast: ...2019-07-1848 min#FaithtalkEpisode 2 - Interview with Scott McDavisEpisode 2 of my new podcast #Faithtalk is here! In this segment I talk to a graduate from my uni Scott about his general views and experiences regarding faith and morality. As always, some new rap tunes from me are included, that tie in with the interview subject matter. Don't forget to STREAM/DOWNLOAD, SHARE and SUBSCRIBE for future episodes. Enjoy!2019-06-2433 min#FaithtalkEpisode 1 - Interview with Chris Jones (Jehovah's Witness to Christian)Ladies and gents, my FIRST ever podcast attempt, let alone my first Faithtalk episode!  Faithtalk is my new mini podcast series with which I intend to learn more about different moral views, religions and spiritual experiences of everyday people that I meet. Episode tracklist:1. NEW SONG; Nath Addai - Hold Me Back (Remix Cover of KB) #HoldMeBackChallenge -  https://soundcloud.com/nath-tallents/hold-me-back-nath-addai-remix 2. NEW SONG; Nath Addai - Accepted -  https://soundcloud.com/nath-tallents/accepted 3. Nath Addai - Emotionless (Drake cover) -  https://soundcloud.com/nath-tallents/freestylefriday-no-6-emotionless-drake-cover PLEASE LIKE, SHARE and FOLLOW/SUBSCRIB...2019-05-3039 min