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akhi&saltfish Digital NetworkThe complex reality of living with Sickle Cell | Roundtable | Before Our Friends Die #48On Friday 4th October 2024, the akhi&saltfish Digital Network hosted perhaps our most important conversation yet, a Sickle Cell Community Roundtable discussing the experiences, challenges, and successes of those living with or dedicating their lives to supporting Sickle Cell Warriors.
Our conversation is authentically steered by the participants of the roundtable who dive deep into their experiences, sharing their toughest battles, inspirational successes and unwavering resilience.
Expect to hear:
Expert medical insights into what Sickle Cell is and community insights into what advocacy has looked like over the past 50 years.
The experiences of parents of children with Sickle Cell...
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akhi&saltfish Digital Networkakhi&saltfish Presents: Step Together Ladies Celebration Brunch | Health Inequalities ResearchThis is a very special episode from the akhi&saltfish Digital Network, where we supported Dr Marcella Daye by covering the action at her Step Together Ladies' Celebration Brunch, which marked the culmination of her latest participatory action research on health inequalities.
The setting for the day was the beautiful Delapré Abbey, and we extend our thanks to them for hosting us in their library.
Our live podcast from the event features a friend of the Network, Catherine Joy White, and her amazing sister, who were part of the brunch. They discuss the importance of movement in their lives a...
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Akhi TalksAkhi Talks Episode 5 ~ 2Thrive Take OverKhalis Dhat of 2Thrive takes over Akhi Talks! Mens Mental Health and everything in between in this episode.
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Akhi TalksAkhi Talks Episode 4 ~ Word Association... BALLS!Speech impediment? we can’t even English! listen to a new episode of Akhi Talks, with all topics from Az to Zee hitting the headlines.. What do avocados taste like?
2024-06-261h 53Akhi TalksAkhi Talks Episode 3 ~ featuring Khairriyah FaridAre we walking red flags? love, relationships, and the acceptance of being alone are the the topics of this episode of Akhi Talks featuring the token girl of the group, Khairriyah Farid
2024-06-072h 12Akhi TalksAkhi Talks Episode 1 ~ featuring Alan BorellEpisode 1 featuring Alan Borell
Travel
Anime
Gym
Friendships
Exposing Az
and many more topics on this episode of Akhi Talks
Hosted by Azahary & Zee
2024-05-231h 23akhi&saltfish Digital NetworkWhy you should eat that cake + more life insights | Farhana Williamson | Before Our Friends Die #47Last week we were joined by Farhana Williamson, PhD Student and author of Wonkhe article on the impact of misnaming people in research and how we can stop it: https://wonkhe.com/blogs/the-impact-of-misnaming-people-in-research-and-how-we-can-stop-it/.
We discussed, the meaning of our names, why correct pronounciation matters so much and how you can get it right, even if you get it wrong. Listen now: https://youtu.be/366TMFo0TO4
This week, we had to ask Farhana our seven signature questions so enjoy this BONUS EPISODE where explore why her husband is so lucky, her relationship with Sam Fender and why always eating...
2024-04-0809 minakhi&saltfish Digital NetworkHOW and WHY to pronounce names right | Farhana Williamson | Before Our Friends Die #46If you've followed the show before, you'll know we love a good conversation about names as it brings a lot of unspoken experiences to the forefront and makes you question your own actions and experiences. Revisit Episode #28 of BOFD to listen back to our conversation with Jane Pilcher now: https://youtu.be/S7d_KFeMjnI
Today, we're joined by the amazing PhD student Farhana Williamson who talks about her early experiences with her name, originally hoping for people to call her Hanna, to then understanding the "happy" meaning beind her name and embracing it. Farhana then entered the world of...
2024-04-0145 minakhi&saltfish Digital NetworkHERE'S HOW TO FIX COMBAT SPORTS IN 2024! SOFA SENSEI'S #522023 was a crazy year in Combat Sports and my wish for 2024 is to make it bigger and better. Here’s how ⬇️:
1. Better information, advice and guidance for fighters on brain damage. Tris Dixon's book, Damage is a really impactful read that speaks of the untold damage happening to fighters in the training room, on the road and in the ring and with Floyd Mayweather Sr recently being diagnosed with dementia, fighters need to know the risks and early🙏🏽
2. More accountable judges and commissions. Let's face it - combat sports needs regulating. But it needs reg...
2024-03-0409 minakhi&saltfish Digital NetworkHOW TO FIX MMA IN 2024! SOFA SENSEIS #512023 was a crazy year in MMA and my wish for 2024 is to make it bigger and better. Here’s how ⬇️:
Less champ champ fights. We’ve seen it. We know the Conor McGregor story we know the DC story. We love the Volk attempts but let’s see more champions clean out their divisions with at least 5 defences before we entertain this champ champ talk, please 🙏🏽
Better fighter pay. There is a whole lawsuit going on right now surrounding the UFC and fighter pay. Yes, baseline pay in the UFC is better than in most boxing promotions. But, sport for sport...
2024-02-2608 minakhi&saltfish Digital NetworkWhat is the Lunar New Year and why is it important? (Part 2!) | Before Our Friends Die #45We're back with Part 2 talking all about Lunar New Year which starts TODAY!
In this episode expect to hear about the Year of the Dragon, the history of Lunar New Year, key phrases to learn, how to get involved if you're not Asian and watch Kahvan and Brittaney try a "Tangerine Medicine" which has been fermenting in salt for 2 YEARS!
Don't forget to check out Part 1 from 2022 where we delve into the customs of the celebration in detail a funny and nostalgic look back at our first ever episode!
🟥 YouTube: https://youtu.be/7aqfxhVJ5hQ
🟪 Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple...
2024-02-1038 minakhi&saltfish Digital NetworkHow to fulfil your potential & find balance | Get to know Kati Adeseko | Before Our Friends Die #44Last week we were joined by Psychologist and founder of Positive Psychology for Life, Dr Kati Adeseko to discuss all things grief. An important coversation that will bring you an understanding of:
1️⃣ the 5 stages of grief 🔄
2️⃣ why they may look different to you ❤️🩹
3️⃣ the physical manifestations of grief 🧠
4️⃣ What you can do to help your staff through grief 🫶🏽
5️⃣ and much more!
It's one I reccomend you check out as soon as you can: https://youtu.be/WQY_TdjdT64?si=SAgt2NZx0h0cwJxZ.
This week, we had to ask Kati our seven signature questions so enjoy this BONUS EPISODE where touch on the magical connections sh...
2024-02-0514 minakhi&saltfish Digital NetworkWhat is grief and how to cope with it | Psychologist, Dr Kati Adeseko | Before Our Friends Die #43Welcome to the first episode of Before Our Friends Die of 2024! This is a special one for us as it tackles the awkward, uncomfortable and challenging topic of grief but our hope is that by the end of the episode you’re a little less awkward, more familiar and aware of how to navigate grief if and when you or someone you love encounters it.
To help is through this conversation, we’re joined by the fantastic Dr Katere Adeseko-Pourseied (PhD, MSc, BSc, FHEA), a psychologist with research and teaching experience in (Child and Adolescent) Mental Health, Prevention/Early Inte...
2024-01-2952 minakhi&saltfish Digital Network5 things we NEED to see in Boxing THIS YEAR! (Please!!🙏🏽) | SOFA SENSEI’S #502023 was a crazy year in Boxing and my wish for 2024 is to make it bigger and better. That's why, I want to see:
1. An end to the Conor Benn saga. Get in front of the board and get the issue resolved so we can see you in the big fights we all want!
2. The Undisputed Heavyweight Champion of the World keep and defend their undisputed title. Forget stripping them and degrading the outside belts. When we've figured out #1 in the sport - let him fight whoever is next for the whole Crown. One belt, one face, one name.
3. The...
2024-01-2208 minakhi&saltfish Digital NetworkTaking opportunities, networking and global plans | Get to know Alex Le Guével | SOFA SENSEI'S #49
Last week we had a long chat with Alex Le Guével, Head of Community Development at Matchroom Boxing. We spoke about his passion for sport, how it can develop individuals and communities for the better. He talked us through how he convinced Frank Smith to give him a job at Matchroom and what the perks of working for the biggest promoter in the world are. Check out part 1 here: https://youtu.be/FVo-kZR3fxc
We had to get to know Alex a little more so enjoy this BONUS EPISODE where we explore his ringwalk song of choice and a...
2023-12-1112 minakhi&saltfish Digital NetworkEddie Hearn believes in my plans | Alex Le Guével, Head of Community Development | SOFA SENSEIS #48This week we are joined by Alex Le Guével, Head of Community Development at Matchroom Boxing. He talks to us about his work with Northamptonshire Sport, England Boxing, looking after 200 boxing clubs across the country and where he is now, Matchroom Boxing, one of the biggest Boxing promoters globally. But this wasnt by chance, Alex pitched the concept for his role to CEO of Matchroom Boxing, Frank Smith. We talk all about that process too.
Alex has a passion for developing boxing, particularly embedding the sport within deprived communities to support them. He believes boxing provides young people w...
2023-12-041h 02akhi&saltfish Digital NetworkHarry Potter Connections from Oxford and Why she thinks Greta will SAVE OUR PLANET! | Get to know: Cat Joy White | Before Our Friends Die #42This week we're back and getting to know the woman of many talents and titles, Catherine Joy White. Last week we hosted a JADE Conversation with her that covered:
➡️ How women of colour can contend with White Power
🥇The weight of being “the first”
🧘🏽♂️ The importance of knowing how and when to rest
🧵 Her book: This Thread of Gold, A Celebration of Black Womanhood📕
AND MUCH MORE! Listen Here: https://youtu.be/Ak0KKUMfbu8
As ever, we had to get to know Cat a little more so enjoy this BONUS EPISODE wher...
2023-11-2707 minakhi&saltfish Digital NetworkWhat can we learn from BEYONCE to be a success in life? | Osaro Otobo | Before Our Friends Die #40This week we're back and getting to know Osaro Otobo. Last week we caught up with her to get an incredible insight into her career as an EDI expert and Education Consultant. We delved into the state of higher education, how it can improve it's work in EDI and why it's important to have good people around you to push you to be brave. Listen Now: https://youtu.be/apQ9T2QNeWM
As ever, we had to get to know Osaro a little more so enjoy this BONUS EPISODE where touch on what we can learn from Beycone and...
2023-11-2620 minakhi&saltfish Digital NetworkWhy celebration is the most powerful form of resistance | Catherine Joy White | Before Our Friends Die #41Today you join us for a special episode of Before Our Friends Die. We’re hosting a JADE Conversation (Justice, Anti-Racism against Discrimination and the fight for its Elimination) with Catherine Joy White and Dr Marcella Daye in association with the GEM Network.
Catherine Joy White is a gender advisor for the United Nations, writer, actor and filmmaker. She grew up between Northampton, Yorkshire and Wales before moving to Paris, Geneva and back to Paris again. She holds degrees from the University of Warwick and the University of Oxford. In 2022, she was named on the Forbes 30 Under 30 list and our co...
2023-11-201h 04akhi&saltfish Digital NetworkHow to be comfortable with the contradictions that make us human | SOFA SENSEI'S #47 | Chris DavisChristian Davis is a PhD researcher at the University of Leicester studying how race, gender, social class, and masculinity intersect to affect inclusion/exclusion in boxing gyms, and how local sports clubs and the local community influence the construction of urban identities. Fascinating work which we discuss on part 1: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3T1f0XX7roY
We had to get to know Christian a little more so enjoy this BONUS EPISODE where we explore his ringwalk song of choice and ask him our 7 signature questions. This episode touches on the importance of postive role models and...
2023-11-1318 minakhi&saltfish Digital NetworkHow boxing shapes identities while contending with racism...| SOFA SENSEI'S #46 | Christian DavisThis week we are joined by PhD researcher, Christian Davis who talks to us about his work which gives an account of the social structures within a Leicester gym serving ethnic minority communities. It aims to understand how race, gender, social class, and masculinity intersect to affect inclusion/exclusion in this space, and how local sports clubs and the local community influence the construction of urban identities.
Our discussion covers Chris meeting the right people at the right time and benefitting from good role models who saw more for him than he saw for himself. Chris went to university...
2023-11-061h 09akhi&saltfish Digital NetworkHow to make your mark as a young, ambitious consultant in Education? | EDI Expert, Osaro Otobo | Before Our Friends Die #39Continuing our work in Black History Month, we are joined by Osaro Otobo - a consultant in Education and EDI who has led on pioneering work such as Living Black at University, uncovering the experiences of Black students in university accommodation and has shaped a new era of inclusive, forward thinking SU's up and down the country!
Our episode delves into Osaro's experiences working with Spotify as a Brand Manager - creating playlists FOR MONEY! We also discover that a secret to her success is her network of people who encourage, nurture and challenge her to do more but...
2023-10-231h 03akhi&saltfish Digital NetworkBeing rich in spirit | Family influences | Self discovery at university | Get to know Tré | Before Our Friends Die #38This week we're back and getting to know Tré Ventour-Griffiths. Last week we caught up with him to get an incredible insight into his PhD looking into Black History in UK Towns, Counties and Coastal Cities - decentring the major UK ciites. Listen Now: https://youtu.be/T0LSOtMEKEI
As ever, we had to get to know Tré a little more so enjoy this BONUS EPISODE where touch on his hope for his children, the importance of confidence and more by asking him:
Who has the most potential that you know?
Who is the most influential person you know?
You ar...
2023-10-1606 minakhi&saltfish Digital Network"Black British History happened everywhere...not just in the cities" | Historian/Sociologist, Tré Ventour on uncovering Town and Country Black History | Before Our Friends Die #37Today we are joined by Tré Ventour-Griffiths - a neurodivergent practitioner-academic [pracademic], public historian, writer-poet, public sociologist, and PhD Student and wow does he have knowledge to share!
Tré is a PhD student at Kingston University exploring British Black Caribbean histories in the Town and Country and today we deep dive into his work so far. Our fascinating chat unearths the genesis of the “hostile environment” dating back to 1919, the UK’s first Black Self Help Centre, MFM (Matta Fancanta Movement), and Bob Marley’s appearance in Northampton!
This Black History Month, we get stuck into lived experiences of Black live...
2023-10-091h 04akhi&saltfish Digital NetworkSponsored by Luton Town FC & Friends with Simon Webbe...Get to know Linus Udofia | SOFA SENSEI'S #45
Linus Udofia, Top 10 British Middleweight and former British Title Challenger shared his incredible story of growing up in Nigeria to being signed by David Haye. Check it out now! https://youtu.be/tnuMx8LwPJc
We had to get to know Linus a little more so enjoy this BONUS EPISODE where we explore his ringwalk song of choice and ask him our 7 signature questions:
Who is the richest person in your phonebook?
Who has the most potential that you know?
Who is the most influential person you know?
You are at your best when you are ______?
One thing you never...
2023-10-0209 minakhi&saltfish Digital NetworkLinus Udofia EXCLUSIVE! David Haye | Bulletproof mindset | Conway | Life in Camp | SOFA SENSEI's #44This week we're joined by Top 10 Middleweight in Britain, Linus Udofia! He talks in depth to us about his start in life, his exploration of martial arts and signing to David Haye's Hayemaker Ringstar.
We discuss some of his toughest moments inside and outside of the ring and touch on how his bulletproof mindset was formed to get him through those moments.
It was an inspiring chat with Linus and one where we got to know his thoughts on his middleweight contemporaries as well as why he believes doing the sweet science right is one way to avoid long...
2023-09-2542 minakhi&saltfish Digital Network"I wish I forgot fear and started sooner!" | Get to know Boxer Lamar Harrison | SOFA SENSEI'S #43In case you missed it, Lamar Harrison, son of legendary British trainer, Oliver Harrison shared his incredible story of growing up in the boxing gym and developing large ambitions. Check it out now! https://youtu.be/4x5py9R_8hM
We had to get to know Lamar a little more so enjoy this BONUS EPISODE where we explore his ringwalk song of choice and ask him our 7 signature questions:
Who is the richest person in your phonebook?
Who has the most potential that you know?
Who is the most influential person you know?
You are at your best when...
2023-09-1103 minakhi&saltfish Digital Network"They're not on my level!" | Oliver Harrison's son Lamar BRUTALLY HONEST on Heavyweights | SOFA SENSEI'S #42Today we are joined by UK heavyweight soon-to-be pro, Lamar Harrison, son of legendary British Boxing trainer Oliver Harrison who launched the careers of household names including Amir Khan, Rocky Fielding and Martin Murray.
Lamar talks to us about his start in boxing, training with pros from a young age being 6ft 5 and making the choice between football and boxing.
It's a fun chat that touches on trash talk, dancing to help movement, Lamar's assessment of the UK division and the impact his father has had on his life choices. A fantastic episode that we really enjoyed and we express...
2023-09-0436 min
akhi&saltfish Digital NetworkMy kids, confidence and honesty…Get to know the Chief Commercial Director of Fresh Food and Commodities at Tesco, Dom Morrey - Before Our Friends Die #36This week we're back with a whistle stop tour, getting to know Chief Commercial Officer of Fresh Food and Comodities at Tesco, Dom Morrey. Last week we caught up with him to get an invaluable insight into a 33 year career in retail spanning M&S, Tesco and more plus we had the opportunity to understand why Dom does what he does. Listen Now: https://youtu.be/hJgWnZvGGXQ?si=MI071qnJUWgSWccC
As ever, we had to get to know Dom a little more so enjoy this BONUS EPISODE where touch on his hope for his children, the importance of confidence...
2023-08-2801 min
akhi&saltfish Digital Network"I haven't had a 40 hour working week in 33 years!" | Chief Commercial Officer, TESCO | Kahvan's mentor, Dominic Morrey | Before Our Friends Die #35Dominic Morrey is the Chief Commercial Officer of Fresh Food and Comodities at Tesco PLC, the UK's LARGEST employer! For every £4 spent in the UK, £1 is spent in Tesco - Dom's role is huge.
Today we talk to Dom about his route into retail, which started with M&S and discuss the foundations of his work ethic as a working class Londoner.
We delve into Dom's day to day duties and his joy about working in a fast paced environment where he can create change and we speak of his mentoring relationship with Kahvan including some of the lessons th...
2023-08-2148 minakhi&saltfish Digital NetworkBoxing gave me this great life and I know the risks | Get to know Damien Denny | SOFA SENSEI'S #41In case you missed it, Damien Denny, 5x Irish Amateur Champion and 18-4 pro who turned his hand at acting in the 1997 hit The Boxer with Daniel Day-Lewis shared his incredible story of boxing in the 80's in episode 40 of SOFA SENSEI'S watch here: https://youtu.be/TVGcovGTQqo
We had to get to know Damien a little more so enjoy this BONUS EPISODE where we explore his ringwalk song of choice and ask him our 7 signature questions:
Who is the richest person in your phonebook?
Who has the most potential that you know?
Who is the most influential person...
2023-08-1407 minakhi&saltfish Digital NetworkHow to make it in Hollywood after Boxing | Sparring 100's of rounds with Daniel Day-Lewis | Signing with Warren and Hearn | SOFA SENSEI'S #405 x Irish Boxing Champion Damien Denny joins us on the SOFA today to discuss his illustrious amateur career and his experience turning pro a little too early. We deep dive into his career and discuss a dip in his confidence once he suffered his first loss.
Being an 80’s fighter, he has a whole host of incredible stories including, crossing paths with Steve Collins, Chris Eubank and Nigel Benn. Plus, signing to Frank Warren – who got shot in 1989 – to then signing with Barry Hearn of Matchroom.
Lastly, we discuss a stint in Hollywood for Damien as he trained and sparre...
2023-08-0758 minakhi&saltfish Digital Network"Where do I see myself in 5 years? It doesn't matter, look after today" | Luke Herdman | SOFA SENSEI'S #39In case you missed it, Luke Herdman a Semi-Pro boxer, came on the show last week to discuss his journey getting back to fighting ways and giving himself a second chance. It's an incredible story of #success, #failure, #regret, and #redemption and it's episode 38 of SOFA SENSEI'S watch here: https://youtu.be/2B7jII3j1gs
We had to get to know Luke a little more so enjoy this BONUS EPISODE where we explore his ringwalk song of choice and ask him our 7 signature questions:
Who is the richest person in your phonebook?
Who has the most potential that...
2023-07-3108 minakhi&saltfish Digital Network"Joshua will BEAT Tyson Fury!" | Fighting AJ, Joyce and myself | Luke Herdman | SOFA SENSEI'S #38Today we’re joined by the first Heavyweight fighter to join us on the sofa, Luke Herdman. He’s an absolute unit who has fought Joe Joyce and even Anthony Joshua but without a doubt, Luke’s biggest fights are the ones he has had with himself over the years.
Tune in to hear this inspiring story of success, failure, regret, and redemption plus, why Luke thinks Tyson Fury is beatable and why he’s stepping foot in the ring again for the relaunch of his boxing career.
Connect with him and wish him well in his next fight: https...
2023-07-2441 minakhi&saltfish Digital NetworkThe most INSPIRING Get to Know episode EVER! | Dr Marcella Daye | Before Our Friends Die #34In case you missed it, Marcella joined us last week to share her research on domestic tourism in the UK and why Ethnic Minorities make up only 0.1% (not a typo) of the market! It's a fascinating listen that will change your persepctive on travel! Listen Now: https://youtu.be/KxyhZDw1Ybc
As ever, we had to get to know Marcella a little more so enjoy this BONUS EPISODE where touch on potential, risk, adversity, influence, resilience and more by asking her:
Who is the richest person in your phonebook?
Who has the most potential that you know?
...
2023-07-1724 minakhi&saltfish Digital NetworkOnly 0.1% of ethnic minorities engage in domestic tourism, here's why...| Before Our Friends Die #33We are back after an extended summer break to bring you a fantastic episode on domestic UK tourism!
We're joined by expert in the feild, Dr Marcella Daye who shares with us her latest research into domestic tourism by Ethnic Minorities in the UK.
Marcella is a fantastic communicator with a history working in radio and she shares her unique perspective with the network, bringing the Jamaican vibes to akhi&saltfish via her time working for the Jamaica Tourist Board and researching how Jamaica has faced barriers to have command of its culture in terms...
2023-07-101h 23akhi&saltfish Digital NetworkHow to be unapologetically yourself | Get to know Danny Mirza | Before Our Friends Die #32
In case you missed it, Danny joined us last week to share his TOP 10 TIPS ON HOW TO SUPERCHARGE YOUR LINKEDIN! It's a good one that will change your career prospects to check it out now!
https://youtu.be/PH69fuAPzbU
It's fair to say Danny is an enigma who inspires. He brings his energy to this episode like no other and talks us through his jouney of washing pots 3 years ago (despite having 3 masters, not a typo. That's right, THREE MASTERS!) to his current goal and how he intends to pursue a vision of being a Careers Director...
2023-06-1230 minakhi&saltfish Digital NetworkTHE TOP 10 LINKEDIN TIPS YOU NEED FOR SUCCESS! | Careers Guru, Danny Mirza | Before Our Friends Die #31In this episode of Before Our Friends Die, we are thrilled to have the incredible Danny Mirza join us to share his expert insights on leveraging LinkedIn for success. Whether you're a student, job seeker, entrepreneur, or simply looking to expand your professional network, this video is packed with the top 10 tips you need to know to maximise your potential on LinkedIn.
Danny Mirza, an award- winning LinkedIn strategist and career coach, brings his extensive knowledge and experience to the table as he takes us through each tip, offering practical advice and actionable strategies that can propel your LinkedIn...
2023-06-051h 07akhi&saltfish Digital NetworkHow (and why) to improve your mental health by halving your screen time | Before Our Friends Die #30
This is a special episode of Before Our Friends Die because we are joined by Arran Kirton, multi-business owner and host of The Silent Entrepreneur Podcast to discuss phone usage. It’s something we all do and to be honest, it’s something we could all probably do better.
Arran has found a solution which he calls the CYL Box (CYL meaning Control Your Life). It’s a customisable storage box for your phone that will lock it away for a set time to prevent it from ruining your objectives with dopamine producing distractions and notifications but still allow you to...
2023-05-2955 minakhi&saltfish Digital Network"I went to Vegas for Wilder v Fury and left MARRIED!" | Get to know Dempsey Madden | SOFA SENSEI'S #37
In case you missed it, Dempsey "The Mauler" Madden a Northampton boxer, came on the show last week to discuss his journey as the son of a boxer into forming his own identity. Listen back to our fascinating conversation with the 3 and 1 pro by checking our episode 36 of SOFA SENSEI'S: https://youtu.be/1hDVGhUgJGM
We had to get to know Dempsey a little more so enjoy this BONUS EPISODE where we explore weddings in Las Vegas, American boxing fans and sobriery while asking him our 7 signature questions:
Who is the richest person in your phonebook?
Who has the most...
2023-05-2212 minakhi&saltfish Digital Network"I BROKE my Dad's rib sparring him when I was 15!" - Dempsey Madden | SOFA SENSEI'S #36We recently caught up with 3-1 pro-boxer from Northampton, Dempsey Madden, to discuss his start in boxing being part of a pugilistic family. We learn about his amateur career that was put on ice and how a moment watching Kieron Conway vs Ted Cheeseman in a pub changed his life, drawing him into the pro ranks.
Dempsey talks us through his record, including his shock loss at the end of 2022. He reflects on what happened that night, how his preparation went and what he's doing differently now to make sure it doesn't happen again.
"The Mauler" Madden, was increibly...
2023-05-151h 04akhi&saltfish Digital NetworkWhy stubborness is the secret to this former boxer's success | Get to know Reiss 'Showy' Taylor | SOFA SENSEI'S #35In case you missed it, Reiss 'Showy' Taylor a Birmingham boxer, came on the show last week to discuss his journey as a road warrior, facing the best in upcoming talent while taking as little damage as possible. Listen back to our fascinating conversation with the UK's shortest pro by checking our episode 34 of SOFA SENSEI'S: https://youtu.be/hx5PML4hEPA
We had to get to know Reiss a little more so enjoy this BONUS EPISODE where we ask him:
Who is the richest person in your phonebook?
Who has the most...
2023-05-0806 minakhi&saltfish Digital NetworkShining a light on Boxing's Road Warriors, meet retired Journeyman Reiss Taylor | SOFA SENSEI'S #34Today we meet Reiss Taylor, a retired boxer from Birmingham who made a name for himself being a crafty journeyman and also holds the record as the UK's shortest pro-boxer.
We talk through his fascinating career, how a stint in football gave him an unrivalled work ethic that translated into boxing and helped him fulfil his dream of making a name for himself.
We also talk through the challenges he faced with boxing and why making the conscious decision to become a road warrior and compete as a journeyman was the best one for his...
2023-05-0137 minakhi&saltfish Digital NetworkBONUS CLIP: Why phonetics don’t always help you pronounce names correctly | Before Our Friends DieCheck out our full conversation with Jane Pilcher and Hannah Deakin-Smith now:
Part 1: https://youtu.be/S7d_KFeMjnI
Part 2: https://youtu.be/O3CYyhNDsXs
Engage, comment, like, share and let us know your thoughts. We'd love to hear from you. We can be found on Instagram @beforeourfriendsdie and Twitter @akhiandsaltfish and don’t forget to get in touch, let us know how you’re finding it and ask questions at: akhiandsaltfish@gmail.com.
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2023-04-2902 minakhi&saltfish Digital NetworkWhy a fresh persepctive and cool head is important for your happiness | Get to know Jane Pilcher and Hannah Deakin-Smith | Before Our Friends Die #29In case you missed it, Jane and Hannah came on the show last week to discuss their pioneering work in the Sociology of Names, including what the impact that getting your name constantly mispronounced can have on you and what to do if you're unsure on how to say someone's name.
Listen back to that fascinating episode by listening to episode 28 of Before Our Friends Die: https://youtu.be/S7d_KFeMjnI
Learn more about When I Grow Up: https://www.whenigrowupbook.co.uk/
As ever, we had to get to know Jane and Hannah a little more so...
2023-04-2414 minakhi&saltfish Digital NetworkName Game: Navigating the Impact and Importance of Getting Names Right | Before Our Friends Die #28Welcome to Before Our Friends Die, the podcast where we explore interesting topics that make you think. In this episode, we are joined by Jane Pilcher, an Associate Professor of Sociology at Nottingham Trent University, and researcher Hannah Deakin-Smith, as we dive into the fascinating world of names.
Did you know that your last name often links to the occupation you or your ancestors did? For example, the name Smith usually indicates a family history of blacksmithing or goldsmithing.
Have you ever questioned why do 95% of women who marry a man change their surname? We explore the historical and...
2023-04-1754 minakhi&saltfish Digital NetworkREUPLOAD: SOFA SENSEI'S FIGHT NIGHT LIVE WATCHING UFC 286! #UFCLONDON | SOFA SENSEI'S #32WELCOME TO SOFA SENSEI'S FIGHT NIGHT LIVE WATCHING #UFC286 AFTER A HECTIC WEEK IN COMBAT SPORTS! WE DISCUSS THE RESULTS OF UFC 286 AS THEY HAPPEN!
THIS WEEK ALSO SAW:
- FURY USYK ARGUING OVER A REMATCH CLAUSE!
- BUATSI LEAVING EDDIE HEARN AND DAZN FOR SKY
- KELL BROOK TEASE A FIGHT WITH CONOR BENN!
- MCGREGOR MAKES UFC SACK USADA?
- AND LOTS MORE!
CHECK OUT OUR SOFA SENSEI'S ARCHIVE: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PL4Kd9OatIp5-FBM5rpWV1DVpQTWKxNm88
Fo...
2023-03-271h 41akhi&saltfish Digital NetworkMEETING CHISORA! OKOLIE PUT US TO SLEEP (ZZZ...) | LIFE AS A 2-0 BOXER ft Nico Michael | SOFA SENSEI'S SUNDAY SITDOWN #9WELCOME TO SOFA SENSEI'S SUNDAY SITDOWN AFTER A HECTIC WEEK IN COMBAT SPORTS! THIS WEEK WE'RE JOINED BY 2-0 PRO BOXER, NICO "THE MINI MAGICIAN" MICHAEL!
FOLLOW NICO: https://www.instagram.com/NICOMICHAEL/
WE DISCUSS FURY USYK NEGOTIATIONS...THE FIGHT IS OFF!
THIS WEEK ALSO SAW:
- OKOLIE KNOCKOUT EVERYONE BUT HIS OPPONENT IN MANCHESTER...IS HE THE WORLDS BEST CRUISER?
- KELL BROOK EYEING A COMEBACK, BUT HOW DOES HE FAIR AGAINST THE DOMESTIC STOCK?
- DANA WHITE CONFIRMS COVINGTON VS ED...
2023-03-2654 minakhi&saltfish Digital NetworkSOFA SENSEI'S FIGHT NIGHT LIVE WATCHING UFC 286! #UFCLONDON | SOFA SENSEI'S #32WELCOME TO SOFA SENSEI'S FIGHT NIGHT LIVE WATCHING #UFC286 AFTER A HECTIC WEEK IN COMBAT SPORTS! WE DISCUSS THE RESULTS OF UFC 286 AS THEY HAPPEN!
THIS WEEK ALSO SAW:
- FURY USYK ARGUING OVER A REMATCH CLAUSE!
- BUATSI LEAVING EDDIE HEARN AND DAZN FOR SKY
- KELL BROOK TEASE A FIGHT WITH CONOR BENN!
- MCGREGOR MAKES UFC SACK USADA?
- AND LOTS MORE!
*OUR STREAM CUT OUT EARLY, FOR THE FULL EPISODE, LISTEN ON YOUR FAVOURITE PODCAST PLATFORM*
2023-03-241h 41akhi&saltfish Digital NetworkGet to know this Social Worker and Social Entrepreneur - helping 85,000 students! | Before Our Friends Die #27In case you missed it, Tommy Gale came on the show last week to discuss his career in social work, including what he loves and where he can see room for improvement. Listen back to that fascinating episode by listening to episode 26 of Before Our Friends Die: https://youtu.be/OOHHdaI5j-A
Before we got stuck into our usual get to know questions with Tommy, we learned about his student-led, non-profit project aiming to make Oxford and Cambridge applications more accessible for everyone – www.InsideUni.org
Applying to university can be pretty confusing, especially if yo...
2023-03-1325 minakhi&saltfish Digital NetworkBRING ON UNDISPUTED! TAYLOR/CAMERON AND FURY/USYK ARE HAPPENING! | SOFA SENSEI'S SUNDAY SITDOWN #8WELCOME TO SOFA SENSEI'S SUNDAY SITDOWN AFTER A HECTIC WEEK IN COMBAT SPORTS!
WE DISCUSS THE LATEST IN FURY USYK NEGOTIATIONS...THE FIGHT SEEMS TO BE ON!
THIS WEEK ALSO SAW:
- KATIE TAYLOR VS CHANTELLE CAMERON ANNOUNCED!
- THE 50 RICHEST ATHLETES OF ALL TIME ANNOUNCED INCLUDING 7 BOXERS
- JAKE PAUL RUN AWAY FROM FLOYD MAYWEATHER!!
- POWER SLAP CROWNS IT'S FIRST WORLD CHAMPS!
- AND LOTS MORE!
CHECK OUT OUR SOFA SENSEI'S ARCHIVE: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PL4Kd9OatIp5-FBM5...
2023-03-1245 minakhi&saltfish Digital NetworkThe rewards and challenges of being a frontline social worker in London | Before Our Friends Die #26Being a social worker is a privileged position. You have the opportunity to provide the structure that will (hopefully) see a young person make the best choices available to them when they meet a crossroad in their life. That can change the course of their destiny.
Tommy Gale, Social Worker and Co-Founder of InsideUni, posted on LinkedIn about his average day as a social worker and we were intrigued. Have a listen to our conversation with him where we delve into the career, his professional journey thus far including a degree in politics from Cambridge University and...
2023-03-0656 minakhi&saltfish Digital NetworkJON JONES IS THE CONSENSUS GOAT - BUT HERE'S WHY HE NEEDS TO LOSE..| SOFA SENSEI'S SUNDAY SITDOWN #7WELCOME TO SOFA SENSEI'S SUNDAY SITDOWN IN THE AFTERMATH OF WHAT WAS A HISTORIC NIGHT AT THE OFFICE FOR JON JONES WHO CEMENTS HIS LEGACY AS THE GREATEST OF ALL TIME!
WE DISCUSS THE WHOLE UFC 285 MAIN CARD INCLUDING WHAT NEXT FOR THE FIGHTERS AND KAHVAN EXPLAINS THAT WHAT MAKES JON THE GREATEST FIGHTER OF ALL TIME IS THE SAME CHARACTERISTICS THAT MAKE HIM A QUESTIONABLE MAN...HIS MENTALITY IS WHY WE LOVE HIM IN SOME WAYS BUT DID HE NEED TO LOSE FOR A KARMIC RETRIBUTION? YOU TELL US IN THE COMMENTS BELOW...
THIS...
2023-03-0550 minakhi&saltfish Digital Network"Advice I would give to myself 10 years ago? Start now" - Get to know Dom Felix | SOFA SENSEI'S #29In case you missed it, Dom Felix a Northampton boxer who won the Queensbury Cup Light Heavyweight Title, came on the show last week to discuss his journey, sparring experiences, training and opinion on the Light Heavyweight division and YouTube boxing. Listen back to that fascinating episode by listening to episode 27 of SOFA SENSEI'S: https://youtu.be/D-oRJWTqsh4
We had to get to know Dom a little more so enjoy this BONUS EPISODE where we ask him:
Who is the richest person in your phonebook?
Who has the most potential that you know?
2023-02-2710 minakhi&saltfish Digital NetworkSOFA SENSEI’S SUNDAY SITDOWN #6 LIVE WATCHING TOMMY FURY V JAKE PAUL!WE ARE BACK WITH ANOTHER EPISDOE OF THE SOFA SENSEI'S SUNDAY SITDOWN, THIS TIME WE'RE LIVE! FOLLOWING THE STORY AS IT HAPPENS WATCHING JAKE PAUL V TOMMY FURY!
THIS WEEK ALSO SAW:
- CONOR BENN CLEARED BY THE WBC
- TANK V GARCIA CONFIRMED
- ALL THE HEAVYWEIGHTS LINK UP IN SAUDI
- SAUDI PLANNING A BOXING TAKEOVER
- PBC COLLAPSE PENDING?
Follow SOFA SENSEIS: https://www.instagram.com/sofasenseis/
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2023-02-271h 31akhi&saltfish Digital Network"In boxing, you can't pretend" Dom Felix on life as a pro-boxer, sparring big names and more! | SOFA SENSEI'S #27Dom is a Northampton Light Heavyweight boxer who has interacted with and sparred the A List of British Boxing including Brendan Ingle, Frank Buglioni, George Groves, James Degale, Dan Azeez, Idris Virgo, Tommy Fury and lots more.
Dom talks us through his record and shares with us his incredible insights from behind the scenes of boxing including the role of crafty journeymen, the tricks promoters will play on your if you’re not the home fighter, the stress of selling tickets to make it as a pro boxer and his pure love of learning more about boxing.
Our conversation (while it...
2023-02-201h 01akhi&saltfish Digital NetworkSOFA SENSEI’S SUNDAY SITDOWN #5 - WE TRIED BOXING! WOOD V LARA, CARL FROCH BE FROCHING, ANTHONY JOSHUA CAN'T SELL TICKETS? AND MORE!WELCOME TO THE SOFA SENSEI’S SUNDAY SITDOWN WHERE WE DISCUSS WHAT’S BEEN HAPPENING IN THE FIGHT WORLD.
THIS WEEK SAW:
- CONOR MCGREGOR START FILMING TUF 31 AND SWITCH UP THE TEAMS
- CARL FROCH BE CARL FROCH BY TALKING ABOUT CARL FROCH (P.S. WE LOVE IT!)
- DAZN CHANGE THEIR PRICES BUT IS THEIR SCHEDULE GOOD ENOUGH?
- WE TRIED BOXING AT TEAM SHOEBOX AND IT WAS...CHALLENGING! WILL BE GO BACK?
AND LOTS MORE!
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2023-02-1952 minakhi&saltfish Digital Network#25 - Get to know the winner of BBC Four’s Great British Photography Challenge Tyrone Williams | Before Our Friends DieIn case you missed it, Tyrone Williams a Northampton photographer who won BBC Four’s Great British Photography Challenge in 2021 which was presented by world renowned photographer Rankin. Tyrone came on last week to discuss his work, art, life, and his experience on being on the show. Learn about that and more by listening to episode 24 of Before Our Friends Die.
Please follow Tyrone Williams on socials using the tag below:
@Tyswills / https://www.instagram.com/tyswills/
We had to get to know Tyrone a little more so...
2023-02-1308 minakhi&saltfish Digital Network#24 "There is so much beauty in what's broken" - We meet Rankin's favourite photographer | Before Our Friends DieToday we have a special guest, Tyrone Williams, winner of BBC Four’s Great British Photography Challenge! Tyrone is a young photographer from our hometown Northampton he has an incredible eye and sees the world different to me and you. His work focusses on details that most of us would not even notice. His aim is to find ‘beauty in life’s imperfections’, and the results are stunning.
This conversation we had with Tyrone was amazing it explained his journey from picking up his first camera over 10 years ago and to the present being crowned winner of BBC Four...
2023-02-061h 06akhi&saltfish Digital NetworkSOFA SENSE'S SUNDAY SITDOWN #4 - CONOR MCGREGOR IS BACK! FURY V USYK IS ON & HOW IS POST-FIGHT LIFE?WELCOME TO THE SOFA SENSEI’S SUNDAY SITDOWN WHERE WE DISCUSS WHAT’S BEEN HAPPENING IN THE FIGHT WORLD.
THIS WEEK SAW:
- CONOR MCGREGOR RETURNS TO ULTIMATE FIGHTER WITH MICHAEL CHANDLER!
- WE STILL DON’T HAVE AN EXPLANATION FOR CONNOR BENN – WHY?!!
- KELL BROOK APOLOGY AND RETIREMENT PLAN FOR FIGHTERS…
- DO WE KNOW MUHAMMAD ALI? - ANSWERING LISTENER QUESTIONS ON THE SIX DEGREES OF SERPARATION.
- USYK VS FURY CONFIRMED FOR APRIL? BUT WHERE?
PLEASE HELP AS MUCH AS YOU CAN IN SUPPORT...
2023-02-051h 04
akhi&saltfish Digital Network#24 - “Dana White doesn’t know me…but he will” - Get to know Siju Roseje from MMA TV - SOFA SENSEI’SIn case you missed it, Siju Roseje joined us last time to discuss his career, life, values, and his journey with MMA TV.
Learn about that and more by listening to episode 22 of SOFA SENSEI’S https://youtu.be/ZIpHgbN6-0E.
We had to get to know Siju a little more so enjoy this BONUS EPISODE where we ask him:
Who is the richest person in your phonebook?
Who has the most potential that you know?
Who is the most influential person you know?
You are at your best when you are ______?
One thing you never regret doing?
Where do...
2023-01-3011 minakhi&saltfish Digital NetworkSOFA SENSEI’S SUNDAY SITDOWN #3 - BETERBIEV THE MOST DANGEROUS CHAMPION EVER?? MCGREGOR NEARLY DIES!WELCOME TO SUNDAY SITDOWN WHERE WE DISCUSS WHAT’S BEEN HAPPENING IN THE FIGHT WORLD.
THIS WEEK SAW:
-YARDE GET STOPPED BY BETERBIEV
- EUBABNK JR ELBOW GATE
- DANA WHITE UNDERPAYING POWER SLAP FIGHTERS
- FLOYD MAYWEATHER FIGHTING GEORDIE SHORE STAR
- BILLY SAUNDERS CALL TO BEN SHALOM LEAKED
- CONOR MCGREGOR GETS HIT OFF HIS BIKE
- KELL BROOK NEEDS BETTER FRIENDS AFTER RETIREMENT
Engage, comment, like, share and let us know your thoughts. We'd love to hear from you.
We can be found on Instagram @sofasenseis and Twitter @akhiandsaltfish and don’t forget to get in touch, let...
2023-01-2954 minakhi&saltfish Digital Network#22 - He’s creating a LOVE ISLAND for MMA FIGHTERS! We meet Siju from MMA TV - SOFA SENSEI’SOur guest today is Siju Roseje an entrepreneur, businessman, boss, fighter and now CEO of MMA TV, a platform that provides free MMA content to the world.
Siju noticed the gap in the market once he started training in MMA noticing fighters were not making enough money or making on TV.
He decided to lead the charge for change and this is his story on how he did that.
Please watch and listen for the full story out now.
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2023-01-2342 minakhi&saltfish Digital NetworkSOFA SENSEI’S SUNDAY SITDOWN #2 - EUBANK JR, SMITH, FURY AND MORE!WELCOME TO OUR SECOND SUNDAY SITDOWN WHERE WE DISCUSS WHAT’S BEEN HAPPENING IN THE FIGHT WORLD.
THIS WEEK SAW:
- CHRIS EUBANK JR KO'd BY LIAM SMITH
- FURY VS PAUL CONFIRMED!
- BENN CLEARED TO FIGHT?
- CHISORA CALLS OUT NGANNOU
- UFC HILL VS GLOVER
- UFC AFRICA A THING OF THE PAST?
- YARDE VS BETERBIEV PREDICTION
- NEW FIGHTING COMPETITIONS? SLAP FIGHT THOUGHTS
Engage, comment, like, share and let us know your thoughts. We'd love to hea...
2023-01-2254 min
akhi&saltfish Digital Network7 things you NEED to know about the UK's youngest Black Professor, Jason Arday | Before Our Friends Die #23In case you missed it, Professor Jason Arday (one of the youngest Black professors in the UK) joined us last time to discuss his career, life, values, and his journey with autism including how he has used it to his advantage. Learn about that and more by listening to episode 22 of Before Our Friends Die.
We had to get to know Jason a little more so enjoy this BONUS EPISODE where we ask him:
Who is the richest person in your phonebook?
Who has the most potential that you know?
Who...
2023-01-1608 min
akhi&saltfish Digital NetworkSOFASENSIES SUNDAY SITDOWN #1 - KSI, SALT PAPI, EUBANK JR, JON JONES AND MORE!WELCOME TO OUR FIRST SUNDAY SITDOWN WHERE WE DISCUSS WHAT’S BEEN HAPPENING IN THE FIGHT WORLD.
THIS WEEK SAW:
- JON JONES BOOKED TO FACE CYRIL GANE
- FRANCIS NGANNOU LEAVES THE UFC - TO GO WHERE?
- DANA WHITE DECIDES HIS OWN PUNISHMENT FOR SLAPPING HIS WIFE
- YOUTUBERS ARE STILL FIGHTING EACH OTHER. THEY ALL WANT TO FIGHT JAKE PAUL!
- EUBANK‘S MIND GAMES GO UP A LEVEL FOR HIS FIGHT AGAINST LIAM SMITH NEXT WEEK
- CONOR BENN HAS 34 EGGS A DA...
2023-01-1553 min
akhi&saltfish Digital NetworkHow to progress your career and KEEP your integrity | In conversation with Professor Jason Arday | Before Our Friends Die #22Happy New Year! We’re back with our first episode of 2023 in conversation with the UK’s youngest Black Professor, Jason Arday, Professor of Sociology of Education at the University of Glasgow. This is a special episode for the network as it was our first LIVE podcast with an in-person audience as we hosted a JADE Conversation (Justice, Anti-Racism against Discrimination and the fight for its Elimination) with the GEM Staff Network.
This fascinating conversation covers Jason’s journey into academia, having been diagnosed with Global Developmental Delay Autism when he was 3 and learning to read and write...
2023-01-091h 23
akhi&saltfish Digital NetworkA professional photographer helps us with our creative vision - find out what happens next! Ft Latrice Grant | #21 Before Our Friends DieWe're a huge fan of pulling the curtains back and letting you see behind the scenes. Earlier this year, we needed help turning the vision for our three shows (Before Our Friends Die, SOFA SENSEI'S and Cool.Fine.Done.Wicked) into a reality, so we enlisted the skill of professional photographer, Latrice Grant. Waaay back in March, we had a 2 HOUR consultation with him to ensure we were all on the same page and what you hear is the last 15 minutes of that chat where we summarise our ideas. It's facinating stuff.
Fast forward to now, we're...
2022-12-1214 min
akhi&saltfish Digital NetworkThe man behind Mental Coffee, helping improve Men's Mental Health | Before Our Friends Die #20In case you missed it, Brendon from Mental Coffee joined us last time to discuss his experience as a mental health advocate. We discussed some pretty scary realities of male mental health and what may help change some of those stats and ultimatley, improve real lives. Learn about that and more by listening to Episode 19 of Before Our Friends Die.
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We had to get to know Brendon a little...
2022-12-0515 min
akhi&saltfish Digital NetworkSOFA SENSEI’S LIVE! WATCHING FURY V CHISORA PLUS DEBATING THE HEAVYWEIGHT DIVISION FT. NICO & JORDANWe went LIVE with Nico and Jordan to watch Fury v Chisora 3 - tune in to hear our thoughts on the fight, Daniel Dubios' strange performance and our big debate on the state of the heavyweight division as we try to matchmake the top contenders including Deontay Wilder, Anthony Joshua, Tyson Fury, Olexander Usyk and Dillian Whyte.
Also, we recap Nico Michael's pro debut and get his thoughts on how the fight went, his preparation and his impending return to the ring! Check our our vlog from the event here.
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2022-12-041h 42
akhi&saltfish Digital NetworkLet's talk about Men's Mental Health. Now. - Before Our Friends Die #19Hello, we are back with another episode of Before Our Friends Die. This is an important episode where we put a spotlight on Mental Coffee. A Northampton based organisation that encourages men (and for the first time, women!) to come together, have a coffee, and talk! That can be about struggles or not. It can be about solutions, or not. They're not pushy, but they are open.
We really enjoyed getting together with Brendon to have this chat and delve into his character, why he created the brand and why it is so, so needed.
G...
2022-11-291h 01
akhi&saltfish Digital NetworkUFC 281 RECAP: ADESANYA / ZHANG WEILI / DUSTIN POIRER / FURY/ HATTON AND MORE - SOFA SENSEIS #18Join Rashel and Kahvan as they discuss UFC 281 and the fight adventures of this week and last.
Who is next for Israel Adesanya?
The three kings of Africa are no more.
Michael Chandler takes a lot of damage but for how long?
Zhang Weili is an animal AND THE NEW Straweight champion of the world.
Tommy Fury makes us furious...again.
The latest in the boxing world and LOTS MORE!
Engage, comment, like, share and let us know your thoughts. We'd love to hea...
2022-11-1349 min
akhi&saltfish Digital NetworkSOFA SENSEI’S LIVE! JAKE PAUL / FURY / CONOR BENN / UFC AND MORE #17We go live to discuss the fight adventures of this week and last.
Who is next for Jake Paul?
Enough of raiding the retirement home.
Our favourite fighters are getting old, what's next for them?
The UFC keeps having injured main events. What is going on?
Is Claressa Shields insecure?
The latest in the Conor Benn saga PLUS lots more!
Engage, comment, like, share and let us know your thoughts. We'd love to hear from you.
We can be...
2022-10-3048 min
akhi&saltfish Digital NetworkWe Meet The Cobblers to Talk Health and Wellbeing! BONUS EPISODE Before Our Friends Die #18Kahvan met up with Akin and Ali from Northampton Town Football Club to discuss all things health and wellbeing in preparation for the GEM Network's Health and Wellbeing Extravaganza, taking place on 28 October at the University of Northampton, Learning Hub, Ground Floor 10:00 - 15:00.
Thanks to Maryanne Ben-Okoye for filming this episode for us.
Follow AK: https://www.instagram.com/akin.odimayo/
Follow Ali: https://www.instagram.com/alikoiki/
Engage, comment, like, share and let us know your thoughts. We'd love to hear from you. We can be found on Instagram @beforeourfriendsdiepod and Tw...
2022-10-2815 min
akhi&saltfish Digital Network#17 Get to know Eli, the Mindful Black Dad - Before Our Friends DieIn case you missed it, Eli joined us last time to discuss his experience as a Black Dad of two. What does that mean for kids who notice they're Black in the UK when most people aren't? How do you console to a child who no longer wants to be Black becasue they read a book at school that explained Black is scary? Answer those questions and more by listening to Episode 16 of Before Our Friends Die.
We had to get to know Eli a little more so enjoy this BONUS EPISODE where we ask him:
2022-10-2119 min
akhi&saltfish Digital Network#16 What does it mean to be a Mindful Black Dad? - Before Our Friends DieIt takes a village to raise a child, isn't that right? Today, we feature a fantastic guest Eli, from @mindfulblackdad on Instagram. He popped on our radar after we saw a viral clip of him discussing a book about colours at his Son's nursey. The book depicted Black as scary, mean, bad etc and it led his son to not want to be Black anymore. He knew he had to do something but was stuck on how to approach it.
This conversation is our most open and candid yet. At the time of writing, neither of us...
2022-10-141h 29
akhi&saltfish Digital Network#15 What type of person quits their degree to start a career in coding? Before Our Friends Die, Get to Know ShebanIn case you missed it, Sheban joined us last time to discuss her experience travelling the world, starting a masters and quitting it to start a career in tech (go back and check the archive, it’s great!)
We had to get to know her a little more so enjoy this BONUS EPISODE where we ask her:
Who has the most potential that you know?
Who is the most influential person you know?
You are at your best when you are ______?
One thing you never regret doing?
Where do...
2022-10-0711 min
akhi&saltfish Digital Network#11 Before Our Friends Die, we want them to know about...House RenovationWe near the close of season 2 with a fantastic episode featuring amateur Grand Design-ers, Evie and Jerome.
They speak to their journey of getting their first property, falling into the renovation game that wasn't always the plan, enjoying it and maximising their networks to make the most of the opportunity.
Sometimes it’s not what you know, but who you know and that is exemplified here.
For us, this was an inspiring conversation of two people who took risks and went for want they wanted, while being financially savvy in the process.
List...
2022-08-0645 min
akhi&saltfish Digital Network#7 Before Our Friends Die...Lets Recap Season 1Hello and firstly THANK YOU!
Join us as we discuss some of our successes and challenges with season 1, as well as what the hold up has been with Cool.Fine.Done.Wicked (we're nearly there, we promise!!)
We've made it to 12 episodes being released on the akhi&saltfish Digital Network! 6 special Before Our Friends Die episodes and 6 amazing SOFA SENSEI shows and we feel hugely grateful for your support.
With over 350 listens across the network, we are growing and achieving our goals. There is so much to come.
If you've got an...
2022-05-2528 min
akhi&saltfish Digital Network#3 SOFA SENSEI’S - FURY VS WHYTE PREDICTION + JOHN FURY, MTK COLLAPSE AND MIKE TYSONJoin the SOFA SENSEI’S as they discuss the upcoming world heavyweight championship fight between Dillian Whyte and Tyson Fury. Hear their predictions and reasonings for them. Plus, hear their thoughts on the Fury family, Daniel Kinnahan and the recent US sanctions, Mike Tyson beating up a guy on the plane and more - only on the akhi&saltfish Digital Network.
Sofa Sensei's is a podcast on the akhi&saltfish Digital Network, join us as we explore the fight world and get fighters on to discuss their careers and minds. Please leave a 5 star review, subscribe and sha...
2022-04-2240 min
akhi&saltfish Digital Network#1 SOFA SENSEI'S - Nico Michael on his controversial last fight, future plans and being on The CubeWelcome to the FIRST episode of the Sofa Sensei's podcast, exclusively on the akhi&saltfish Digital Network!
Our first guest is Nico Michael, a boxer from the Team Shoebox Gym in Northampton. We speak to him about his journey into boxing from kickboxing, his discipline outside of the ring and why making making weight is so important as a fighter.
We also touch on his frustrations with the sport including judges and controversial home decisions.
Nico's passion for the sport is clear and Team Shoebox, which features Keiron Conway, is clearly a thriving gym. ...
2022-03-2552 min
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