Mind The Gap Podcast
By Amp Logik, Rich Slice & Bravo
Whoever f*cks with it, f*cks with it.
We’re unapologetic... Sorry.
Hosts:
@rslicebeats
@amp_logik
@bravoanane
Mind The Gap PodcastMar 23, 2022
Episode 41: "The Nod: Tell Me You Got Me" by Richard Ampeh
Episode 40: Fugees Reincarnated with Lauren Haynes
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. :)
#Where'sAmps?
As per always expect humorous, honest conversation from 3 London lads living in Manchester.
#mannymindthegap
Episode 39: "Was supposed to go Anna Scher... but the household said NO!!"
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.
#mannymindthegap
Episode 38: "I ironed creases into my jeans on non school uniform day!"
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.
#mannymindthegap
Episode 37: "We used to go to Easy internet café to watch porn!"
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.
#mannymindthegap
Episode 36: "The Woke MOB need to be stopped!"
No caption needed!
As per always expect humorous, honest conversation from 3 London lads living in Manchester.
#mannymindthegap
Episode 35: "Thank you for wasting YOUR time!!"
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.
Episode 34: Loungin with Status Marvz II
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
Episode 33: To shit or not to shit?
In this weeks episode we dig deep into public toilet etiquette and the times that we have quite simply struggled to hold it in. We discuss being a Brit abroad and why is it that we stick out like a sore thumb; whilst discussing society's issue with breast feeding.
As per usual, expect humorous, honest conversations from 3 London lads living in Manchester.
#mannymindthegap
Episode 32: "I've been to over 250 concerts!" with Sisi onRPT
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.
#mannymindthegap
Episode 31: "I wish I knew this earlier..!!"
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
#mannymindthegap
Episode 30: Poetry in Motion with Griot Gabriel
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
Episode 29: "Boys & girls should be raised differently!.."
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.
#mannymindthegap
Episode 28: "My mum stole MY Game Boy and sent it to Ghana!"
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.
#mannymindthegap
Episode 27: "I'll tell the truth... at one stage I wanted to be Chinese!"
As per always expect humorous, honest conversation from 3 London lads living in Manchester.
@mannymindthegap
Episode 26: "Mind the gap fam... I've got COVID!"
#mannymindthegap
Episode 25: Welcome Back | #FreeSkiddlerP
Episode 24: #Versus
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...?
Episode 23: Tupac or Nipsey Hu$$le? - #Legend Talk
This week we discuss all things Nipsey Hu$$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.
Episode 22: Part 2 - "You're actually gonna have to talk to people in your household!"
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!
@mannymindthegap
Episode 22: Part 1 - "You're actually gonna have to talk to people in your household!"
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!
@mannymindthegap
Episode 21: "So he was just a segue to his sister...?"
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.
#mannymindthegap
Episode 20: "Cheat on me and i'll p*ss on your face!"
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).
Episode 19: Amy Winehouse or Celine Dion
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.
#mannymindthegap
Episode 18: "Valentine's is coming, where's your boyfriend?"
Episode 17: "Marriage is a performance!..." #CoupleGoals
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!).
Episode 16: "You gotta be drunk to lips your partner in public!..."
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
Episode 15: "You're the first person I know that's actually planned for a child!" #WhoNeedsAmps?
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.
Episode 14: "Why did I come here to be in debt, to not go in...?" (Uni vs Work Life)
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.
Episode 13: "The Year of Yes" with Davina Webb
Very interesting, insightful and motivational episode - one not to miss!
Episode 12: All things Christmas...
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!
Episode 11: "I went to Marrakesh and ended up paying Roadman admin fees!!"
Episode 10: "She only came round to watch the movie..."
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.
Episode 9: Loungin' with Status Marv...
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.
#Loungin #MindTheGap #Allaboutstatus
Episode 8: #Haters - "Don't post your dead Christmas dinner if you've not got a blue tick!"
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.
Episode 7: "Friday or Coming to America?"
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...
Episode 6: "If I didn't have a daughter... I'd sell that brick!"
Episode 5: "When you close your eyes, can you see your dick...?"
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...
Episode 4: "I'd rather be obese than bald..."
Episode 3: "I'll beat my child..."
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.
Episode 2: "Please, God. Make sure I don't die...(LOL)"
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.
Episode 1: "The UK Black Experience - PART 2
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.
Episode 1: "The UK Black Experience" - PART 1
Rich Slice, Amp Logik and Bravo Anané discuss their experiences growing up and living as black males within the UK.
Introducing: Mind the Gap
Coming soon...