Mind The Gap Podcast

This week we're joined by Lauren Haynes, an upcoming singer and fellow podcaster, focussing on what inspires us as well as Everything that is Everything in between. :)

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As per always expect humorous, honest conversation from 3 London lads living in Manchester.

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This week we're back and have done it a little bit different by answering random questions. The responses and stories recounted are hilarious and not to be missed.

As per always expect humorous, honest conversation from 3 London lads living in Manchester.

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This week we're back talking about what "Independence" actually looked and felt like for us growing up. Simples!

As per always expect humorous, honest conversation from 3 London lads living in Manchester.

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This week we're back talking all things social media and the Internet. Growing up in a time when dial-up was the "in ting" (if you know you know), we recount on the lengths we would go to, just to access the world wide web.

As per always expect humorous, honest conversation from 3 London lads living in Manchester.

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As per always expect humorous, honest conversation from 3 London lads living in Manchester.

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This week we discuss who the real G's of the rap game are and if all our favourite rappers really put in that work.

Bravo gives us the low down on his experiences in Ghana (good & bad) and whether we could really leave "The UK" and return back to the mother land...

As per always expect humorous, honest conversation from3 London lads living in Manchester.

This week we linked up again with Status Marvz to discuss everything from the challenges of life as a promoter pre & post COVID, reminiscing on the Hall Party era (if you know you know), the upcoming All Stars Lounge Comedy event and also life as a British born, Ghanaian father. As per always expect humorous, honest conversation from 3 London lads living in Manchester.  @mannymindthegap

This week we are joined by radio host Sisi and it's all about music. We discuss our grime heroes, our favourite concerts and which artists from yesteryear we would love to see perform live at a one off show. Sisi also shares her experiences of being a radio host and gives us insight into the current Manchester music scene.

As per usual expect humorous, honest conversation from 3 London lads living in Manchester.

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If there was one thing you wished you know when you were younger, what would it be? 

Hard question? Don't worry because us man (the Manny Mind The Gap lads) have it all answered! This week we answer this question and try to figure out how much encouragement you should give somebody who just isn't that talented.

As per usual, expect humorous, honest conversations from 3 London lads living in Manchester

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This week we are joined by Griot Gabriel, a youth worker and poet from Manchester. We discuss Griot Gabriel and his musical influences, his journey as a spoken word artist and his plans to bring more recognition and acknowledgement to the art of Spoken Word. As per usual expect humorous, honest conversation from 3 London lads living in Manchester. #mannymindthegap

This week we deep dive into the differences between raising a son and a daughter, and whether they should be raised the same way. We also address generational traditions, plastic surgery and we try to answer to age old question - "Who should pay on a date?"

As per usual expect humorous, honest conversation from 3 London lads living in Manchester.

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This week we take a trip down memory lane and discuss some of the cons that blindsided our trusting parents; we try to understand what would make a human being lips a dog and where did Bravo's beloved Game Boy really go?!

As always expect humorous, honest conversation from 3 London lads living in Manchester.

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In this episode we discuss the legendary battle between hit makers, Babyface and Teddy Riley and attempt to agree on a winner. We delve into what would happen if Diddy faced off against Dr D.R.E and if Pharrell Williams could compete with the top beat makers. Football also features as a topic of discussion as we each pick 5 players that made us all fall in love with the beautiful game. Finally we indulge in the ultimate football debate and pit the two "Ronnies" against each other and discuss who was the better player R9 or CR7...?

This week we discuss all things Nipsey Hu$$le; his penmanship, his status as a cultural icon and most importantly does his accomplishments merit the moniker 'legend'? We also talk about the rappers that make the seamless transition between rapper and actor (Ja Rule and DMX come to mind right?). So sit back turn off the news and let us bring some laughter and joy you your lockdown.

We continue to discuss the small global matter that is Coronavirus (COVID-19), what is it actually means for us and the people we care about... oh and what's with the scramble for toilet roll? We also talk about the idea of invincibility and what moments in our lives made us feel invincible. As per always there's banter, laughs and plenty of jokes!

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We discuss in the first part of this episode the small global matter that is Coronavirus (COVID-19), what is it actually means for us and the people we care about... oh and what's with the scramble for toilet roll? We also talk about the idea of invincibility and what moments in our lives made us feel invincible. As per always there's banter, laughs and plenty of jokes!

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This week we discuss the family hierarchy and if you had a spare pint of blood going after an accident which family member would get it? If it is acceptable to comment on the attractiveness of somebodies sister and we also discuss equality for women and if things really have got better in the workplace.

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This week we're joined by the confident up and coming comedian representing Liverpool - Sarah Speare, as we talk about polygamy, monogamy and everything in between including relationships, family, infidelity and what comedy means to her. A very open and brutally honest conversation that will have you 'pissing your sides' (no pun intended lol).

This week we discuss who we feel are the greats in their lane across various genres within the sports and entertainment business. and just what really makes somebody a great? Be prepared to be flabbergasted by some suggestions and straight up disagree with others. 

Either way let us know if you agree or not with who we've chosen.

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This week we discuss everything to do with Marriage. From the art of picking a good best man to the importance of looking your best on your wedding day (even if it means buying a man-weave!).

The week the three of us are back discussing our youthful experiences of engaging with the opposite sex, from revealing some cheesy but somewhat hilarious chat up lines, to dealing with PDA (Public Displays of Affection). #Interesting @mannymindthegap

This week Rich Slice and Bravo have a candid conversation about all things to do with the journey of pregnancy to childbirth in the absence of Amp Logik.

This week we're joined by Tyrone (@itsmrchambers), where we discuss the comparisons and differences between going down the academic route to Uni or working a "9-5" straight from the off.

This week we're joined by our respective family members - Ocsar (@oscarberko) and Christina (@frimstagram, the voice behind our intro), to discuss all things Christmas; ranging from gifts during our children to now, Christmas television and tunes as well as the how the festive period is celebrated in other countries - namely Ghana.

This one's a tickler, enjoy!

This week we're joined by Steph; a passionate spoken word artist from Preston, who is a campaigner for mutual consent when it comes to sex. We discuss what consent means to us, why it is necessary to communicate and how we should be teaching our younger generation about the importance of consent.

In this episode the guys are joined by Status Marv, the man behind Manchester's No.1 urban entertainment event platform  - The Lounge.

Great insightful conversation about the direction of creativeness within the city as well as reflecting on the undocumented history of urban culture within Manchester.

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Does being an influential figure online mean you have to take other peoples' feelings into consideration when posting your "successes"?

The guys discuss the uses of social media, in particular Instagram, and the potential backlash that comes with being an active user.

The guys discuss their favourite comedy specials and comedians from past and present, reminiscing on the content. 

Be prepared to laugh with them on this one...

The guys are joined by special guest Shannon who offers her insight on Magic Mushrooms as a psychedelic and a self medicating tool. Amp Logik finds out that he might belong to a special 2% of the worlds population...

The guys are joined by two special guests this week; as they discuss the differences and parallels of their childhood growing up in the late 80's / early 90's compared with the youth of today.

Have you ever been excited for an upcoming event but in that exact moment thought, "I might not actually be alive to experience it?" Well the guys at Mind The Gap discuss this in length at how it affects them.

In the debut episode of Mind the Gap, Rich Slice, Amp Logik and Bravo Anané discuss their experiences growing up and living as black males within the UK.

Rich Slice, Amp Logik and Bravo Anané discuss their experiences growing up and living as black males within the UK.

Coming soon...