Welcome to How To Be a Success: Ordinary Men Living Extraordinary Lives... This podcast explores the messy nuts and bolts behind peoples success. The failures that  taught them painful but powerful lessons, the things that kept them going and the truth, that success is about mess! Mess we never gave up on believing we would overcome, mess we learnt from and mess we shut the door on so we could grow into our purpose...We will have a new guest every month and most of the interviews will be split into these four segments; The Beginning, The Battlefield of the Mind, The Mountaintop and The Things I Wish I’d Known. Finally, some of the themes we will explore will include; Mentorship, Men and Mental Health, Confidence, Knife Crime, Father Figures, Faith, Mindset, Turning Your Life Around, Grief, Resilience, Unlocking Your Purpose and Creating Film and Theatre...

Welcome to How To Be a Success: Ordinary Men Living Extraordinary Lives...  This podcast explores the messy nuts and bolts behind peoples success. The failures that  taught them painful but powerful lessons, the things that kept them going and the truth, that success is about mess! Mess we never gave up on believing we would overcome, mess we learnt from and mess we shut the door on so we could grow into our purpose... We will have a new guest every month and most of the interviews will be split into these four segments; The Beginning, The Battlefield of the Mind, The Mountaintop and The Things I Wish I’d Known.  Finally, some of the themes we will explore will include; Mentorship, Men and Mental Health, Confidence, Knife Crime, Father Figures, Faith, Mindset, Turning Your Life Around, Grief, Resilience, Unlocking Your Purpose and Creating Film and Theatre...

Welcome to How To Be a Success: Ordinary Men Living Extraordinary Lives...

JohnBoy Smith

This month’s theme is Resilience. Our guest is Johnboy Smith, Paralympic Athlete, UK No.1 and Commonwealth Games Silver Medallist in the Wheelchair Marathon. In ‘The Beginning’ section, he talks about growing up running around with a dog and a pocket-knife in rural Kent, until a chance encounter forced him to survive the unthinkable… In ‘The Battlefield of the Mind’, he talks about what gave him the strength to keep going after his spinal injury. In ‘The Mountaintop’, he talks about everything from, feeling completely worthless, to finding his purpose and the success that came along the way… In ‘The Things I Wish I’d Known’, he gives us advice about overcoming setbacks and why the bad days are the days that really matter. In this ‘Bonus’ episode Johnboy tells us how a bad choice led him to a second near death experience and a special new season in his life…HashtagsSurvivorResilienceUnstoppable BulletsDisciplineParalympianMental health PTSDTears of JoyFeeling WorthlessExtraordinary Success SatisfactionGrab the SunshineOvercoming Self-doubt Can’t Be Bothered to Get Out of Bed RoutineBad ChoicesClinically Dying Everything Happens for a Reason Email us @info@economicsandthespirit.comThe Good Man Audiobook  The Good Man on Audible.comLinksJohnboy Smith FacebookJohnboy Smith Website Prince NaseemMuhammed Ali Soul of a ButterflyCreditsIcon made by Freepik from www.flaticon.com

This month’s theme is Resilience. Our guest is Johnboy Smith, Paralympic Athlete, UK No.1 and Commonwealth Games Silver Medallist in the Wheelchair Marathon. In ‘The Beginning’ section, he talks about growing up running around with a dog and a pocket-knife in rural Kent, until a chance encounter forced him to survive the unthinkable… In ‘The Battlefield of the Mind’, he talks about what gave him the strength to keep going after his spinal injury. In ‘The Mountaintop’, he talks about everything from, feeling completely worthless, to finding his purpose and the success that came along the way… In ‘The Things I Wish I’d Known’, he gives us advice about overcoming setbacks and why the bad days are the days that really matter. In this ‘Bonus’ episode Johnboy tells us how a bad choice led him to a second near death experience and a special new season in his life… HashtagsSurvivorResilienceUnstoppable BulletsDisciplineParalympianMental health PTSDTears of JoyFeeling WorthlessExtraordinary Success SatisfactionGrab the SunshineOvercoming Self-doubt Can’t Be Bothered to Get Out of Bed RoutineBad ChoicesClinically Dying Everything Happens for a Reason Email us @ <a href="mailto:info@economicsandthespirit.com">info@economicsandthespirit.com</a> The Good Man Audiobook <a href="http://podcast.economicsandthespirit.com/j8tgj" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">The Good Man on Audible.com</a> Links<a href="https://www.facebook.com/Johnwheelchairracer/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Johnboy Smith Facebook</a><a href="https://johnboywcr.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Johnboy Smith Website</a> <a href="https://www.gettyimages.co.uk/photos/prince-naseem-hamed?family=editorial&amp;sort=mostpopular&amp;phrase=prince%20naseem%20hamed" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Prince Naseem</a><a href=" https://www.amazon.co.uk/Soul-Butterfly-Hana-Yasmeen-Ali/dp/0553816462" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Muhammed Ali Soul of a Butterfly</a> CreditsIcon made by <a href="https://www.freepik.com/home" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Freepik</a> from <a href="http://www.flaticon.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.flaticon.com</a>

Johnboy Smith - Paralympic Athlete 

This month’s theme is Complete Transformation. Pastor Peter Nembhard founder of ARC: A Radical Church tells us about his journey from prison to preaching. In ‘The Beginning’ section, he speaks about growing up in London, boyhood dreams of being a movie villain and being excluded from school. In ‘The Battlefield of the Mind – Part 1’, he speaks about losing someone he loved and finding God in prison… In ‘The Battlefield of the Mind – Part 2’, he speaks about how tragedy struck again, rocking his church and the young people in his community. In ‘The Things I Wish I’d Known’, he gives young people advice about how to deal with haters and not allowing anyone to despise your youth…HashtagsPrisonTragedyKnife Crime First Night in PrisonMen in ChurchYoung Preachers Almost Gave UpComplete Transformation T.D. JakesSteven FurtickWords of Affirmation The Five Love Languages Email us @info@economicsandthespirit.comThe Good Man Audiobook  The Good Man on Audible.comLinksARC Church Pastor Peter That James Cagney Film (clip)The Cross and the Switchblade: Based on the true story of Nicky Cruz The Five Love LanguagesCreditsIcon made by Freepik from www.flaticon.com

This month’s theme is Complete Transformation. Pastor Peter Nembhard founder of ARC: A Radical Church tells us about his journey from prison to preaching. In ‘The Beginning’ section, he speaks about growing up in London, boyhood dreams of being a movie villain and being excluded from school. In ‘The Battlefield of the Mind – Part 1’, he speaks about losing someone he loved and finding God in prison… In ‘The Battlefield of the Mind – Part 2’, he speaks about how tragedy struck again, rocking his church and the young people in his community. In ‘The Things I Wish I’d Known’, he gives young people advice about how to deal with haters and not allowing anyone to despise your youth… HashtagsPrisonTragedyKnife Crime First Night in PrisonMen in ChurchYoung Preachers Almost Gave UpComplete Transformation T.D. JakesSteven FurtickWords of Affirmation The Five Love Languages Email us @<a href="mailto:info@economicsandthespirit.com">info@economicsandthespirit.com</a> The Good Man Audiobook <a href="http://podcast.economicsandthespirit.com/j8tgj" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">The Good Man on Audible.com</a> Links<a href="http://www.arc4u.org.uk" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">ARC Church </a><a href="https://www.facebook.com/peter.nembhard" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Pastor Peter</a> <a href=" https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OjzKiEs_pHI" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">That James Cagney Film (clip)</a><a href="https://www.christiancinema.com/digital/movie/the-cross-and-the-switchblade" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">The Cross and the Switchblade: Based on the true story of Nicky Cruz </a><a href="https://www.5lovelanguages.com/2018/06/the-five-love-languages-defined/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">The Five Love Languages</a> CreditsIcon made by <a href="https://www.freepik.com/home" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Freepik</a> from <a href="http://www.flaticon.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.flaticon.com</a>

Pastor Peter Nembhard: From Prison to Preaching 

Seth Pinnock

This month’s theme is From Pain to Pursuing Purpose. Seth Pinnock is founder of Midnight Oil Youth Summits, frontman of award-winning gospel group ‘A New Thing’ and Tearfund’s Head of African and Caribbean Engagement. In ‘The Beginning’ section, Seth tells us the difficult truth behind his fairy tale of success. In ‘The Battlefield of the Mind’, Seth tells us how his vision for Midnight Oil was conceived, after a trip to South Africa at 15 years old... In ‘The Mountain Top’, Seth tells us about his career highlights, from speaking at Wembley Stadium to seeing peoples lives significantly changed by his work… In ‘The Things I Wish I’d Known’, Seth tells us about his mentors, his daily routine and guarding his rhythm… HashtagsChurch HurtBlaming JesusRejection and AbuseCraving Father Figures VisionNo One Believing in YouPursuing God’s presence People’s StoriesBusinesses StartedPurpose is a Lifestyle… Guard Your RhythmLord Michael HastingsSonia and Leroy HoggMusic, Ministry, Mission Email us @info@economicsandthespirit.com The Good Man Audiobook The Good Man on Audible.com  LinksSeth's New AlbumSeth on facebookSeth on Instagram CreditsIcon made by Freepik from www.flaticon.com

This month’s theme is From Pain to Pursuing Purpose. Seth Pinnock is founder of Midnight Oil Youth Summits, frontman of award-winning gospel group ‘A New Thing’ and Tearfund’s Head of African and Caribbean Engagement. In ‘The Beginning’ section, Seth tells us the difficult truth behind his fairy tale of success. In ‘The Battlefield of the Mind’, Seth tells us how his vision for Midnight Oil was conceived, after a trip to South Africa at 15 years old... In ‘The Mountain Top’, Seth tells us about his career highlights, from speaking at Wembley Stadium to seeing peoples lives significantly changed by his work… In ‘The Things I Wish I’d Known’, Seth tells us about his mentors, his daily routine and guarding his rhythm… HashtagsChurch HurtBlaming JesusRejection and AbuseCraving Father Figures VisionNo One Believing in YouPursuing God’s presence People’s StoriesBusinesses StartedPurpose is a Lifestyle… Guard Your RhythmLord Michael HastingsSonia and Leroy HoggMusic, Ministry, Mission Email us @<a href="mailto:info@economicsandthespirit.com">info@economicsandthespirit.com</a> The Good Man Audiobook <a href="https://podcast.economicsandthespirit.com/audiobook" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">The Good Man on Audible.com </a> Links<a href="https://listnin.co/ANewThingLive" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Seth's New Album</a><a href="https://www.facebook.com/sethanthonyp/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Seth on facebook</a><a href="https://www.instagram.com/sethanthonyp/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Seth on Instagram </a> CreditsIcon made by <a href="https://www.freepik.com/home" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Freepik</a> from <a href="http://www.flaticon.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.flaticon.com</a>

Seth Pinnock - From Pain to Pursuing Purpose

Paul Gask is Christian Vision for Men’s (CVM) Regional Director for the North of England. Paul was once a police officer who dramatically fell from grace… Today, he travels across the country talking to men about God in order to help CVM achieve their goal of bringing 1 million average men to God. In ‘The Beginning’ section, Paul tells us about his youth and the impact his job had on his mental health. In ‘The Battlefield of the Mind’, Paul tells us about how his drive to be the best led him to disaster… In ‘The Mountaintop’, Paul tells us about his long road to mental recovery and meeting God. In ‘The Things I Wish I’d Known’, Paul tells us about how he found his place in God. HashtagsDrinking CultureNot a 9 ‘til 5 ManLeicester Born and BredPost-traumatic Stress DisorderDrugsAnxiety  I can’t cope...Suicide DepressionMeeting JesusLife changing confessions The strongest men I’ve ever met. My first bible was a children’s bibleCertificate in Christian Discipleship Email us @info@economicsandthespirit.com The Good Man Audiobook The Good Man on Audible.com  LinksPaul on Twitter Christian Vision For MenPaul on FacebookWild at Heart by John Eldredge CreditsIcon made by Freepik from www.flaticon.com

Paul Gask is Christian Vision for Men’s (CVM) Regional Director for the North of England. Paul was once a police officer who dramatically fell from grace… Today, he travels across the country talking to men about God in order to help CVM achieve their goal of bringing 1 million average men to God. In ‘The Beginning’ section, Paul tells us about his youth and the impact his job had on his mental health. In ‘The Battlefield of the Mind’, Paul tells us about how his drive to be the best led him to disaster… In ‘The Mountaintop’, Paul tells us about his long road to mental recovery and meeting God. In ‘The Things I Wish I’d Known’, Paul tells us about how he found his place in God.  HashtagsDrinking CultureNot a 9 ‘til 5 ManLeicester Born and BredPost-traumatic Stress Disorder Drugs Anxiety  I can’t cope...Suicide DepressionMeeting JesusLife changing confessions The strongest men I’ve ever met. My first bible was a children’s bibleCertificate in Christian Discipleship Email us @<a href="mailto:info@economicsandthespirit.com">info@economicsandthespirit.com</a> The Good Man Audiobook <a href="https://podcast.economicsandthespirit.com/audiobook" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">The Good Man on Audible.com </a> Links<a href="https://twitter.com/gaskygask" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Paul on Twitter </a><a href="https://www.cvm.org.uk/about" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Christian Vision For Men</a><a href="https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=741953501" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Paul on Facebook</a><a href="https://www.amazon.co.uk/Wild-at-Heart-John-Eldredge/dp/1400200393" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Wild at Heart by John Eldredge</a> CreditsIcon made by <a href="https://www.freepik.com/home" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Freepik</a> from <a href="http://www.flaticon.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.flaticon.com</a>

Paul Gask - The Unlikely Evangelist

Emmanuel Oyeleke is a professional football player signed to Port Vale FC. He was born on Christmas Eve 1992, in Wandsworth to Nigerian parents his passions in life are football, God and family. In ‘The Beginning’ section, Emmanuel tells us how he overcame rejection to succeed as a footballer. In ‘The Battlefield of the Mind’, Emmanuel tells us about facing his greatest fear… In ‘The Mountaintop’, Emmanuel tells us about how changing his focus changed his results and enabled him to enjoy his success. In ‘The Things I Wish I’d Known’, Emmanuel tells us what he wishes he had known when he was 14 years old…HashtagsGod’s PlanEvery Boys DreamThank God For Rejection Get a CoachWhat is Our Greatest FearAre You Enjoying Your Success? Mental CoachingConfident and SecureDo You Know Your Assignment?Email us @info@economicsandthespirit.com The Good Man Audiobook The Good Man on Audible.com  LinksMervyn Barrett ‘The Inevitability Coach’  Ego is the Enemy   The Inner Game of Tennis  CreditsIcon made by Freepik from www.flaticon.com

Emmanuel Oyeleke is a professional football player signed to Port Vale FC. He was born on Christmas Eve 1992, in Wandsworth to Nigerian parents his passions in life are football, God and family. In ‘The Beginning’ section, Emmanuel tells us how he overcame rejection to succeed as a footballer. In ‘The Battlefield of the Mind’, Emmanuel tells us about facing his greatest fear… In ‘The Mountaintop’, Emmanuel tells us about how changing his focus changed his results and enabled him to enjoy his success. In ‘The Things I Wish I’d Known’, Emmanuel tells us what he wishes he had known when he was 14 years old… HashtagsGod’s PlanEvery Boys DreamThank God For Rejection Get a CoachWhat is Our Greatest FearAre You Enjoying Your Success? Mental CoachingConfident and SecureDo You Know Your Assignment? Email us @<a href="mailto:info@economicsandthespirit.com">info@economicsandthespirit.com</a> The Good Man Audiobook <a href="https://podcast.economicsandthespirit.com/audiobook" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">The Good Man on Audible.com </a> Links<a href="https://www.yourfreedomcoach.co.uk/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Mervyn Barrett ‘The Inevitability Coach’ </a> <a href="https://www.amazon.co.uk/Ego-Enemy-Ryan-Holiday/dp/1591847818" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Ego is the Enemy  </a> <a href="https://www.amazon.co.uk/Inner-Game-Tennis-ultimate-performance/dp/1447288505" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">The Inner Game of Tennis </a><a href="https://www.amazon.co.uk/Inner-Game-Tennis-ultimate-performance/dp/1447288505" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"> </a>CreditsIcon made by <a href="https://www.freepik.com/home" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Freepik</a> from <a href="http://www.flaticon.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.flaticon.com</a>

Emmanuel Oyeleke - Christian Footballer 

Simon Edwards

Simon Edwards: 10 years ago, whilst serving a life sentence in Dovegate prison Simon found God. 5 years ago, he walked out of prison with £46 in his pocket. Today, he is the CEO of Walk ministries, a ministry that houses ex-prisoners and helps them forge a new life. In ‘The Beginning’ section, Simon tells us how he went from being in care to becoming a successful businessman by the age of 23. In The Battlefield of the Mind, Simon tells us how addiction led him to prison, an encounter with God and his first experience of real love. In ‘The Mountaintop’, Simon tells us about the miracles that took place in Dovegate Prison and how he received the vision for Walk Ministries. In ‘The Things I Wish I’d Known’ Simon tells us about his struggles and how God gave Walk ministries a whole street…HashtagsGrowing Up In CareThe Criminal FamilyWanting AcceptanceA Man Without a Vision Will Perish IdentityAddiction £400,000 Gone!I Lost Control of Who I Am Study!Miracles1000 Men SavedA Prison Filled With Love Obedience Ask Yourself WhyGod Knows Our HeartsEmail us @info@economicsandthespirit.com The Good Man AudiobookThe Good Man on Audible.comLinksSimon Edwards Facebook Walk Ministries WebsiteThe Final Quest by Rick Joyner Chasing The Dragon by Jackie Pullinger CreditsIcon made by Freepik from www.flaticon.com

Simon Edwards: 10 years ago, whilst serving a life sentence in Dovegate prison Simon found God. 5 years ago, he walked out of prison with £46 in his pocket. Today, he is the CEO of Walk ministries, a ministry that houses ex-prisoners and helps them forge a new life. In ‘The Beginning’ section, Simon tells us how he went from being in care to becoming a successful businessman by the age of 23. In The Battlefield of the Mind, Simon tells us how addiction led him to prison, an encounter with God and his first experience of real love. In ‘The Mountaintop’, Simon tells us about the miracles that took place in Dovegate Prison and how he received the vision for Walk Ministries. In ‘The Things I Wish I’d Known’ Simon tells us about his struggles and how God gave Walk ministries a whole street… HashtagsGrowing Up In CareThe Criminal FamilyWanting AcceptanceA Man Without a Vision Will Perish IdentityAddiction £400,000 Gone!I Lost Control of Who I Am Study!Miracles1000 Men SavedA Prison Filled With Love Obedience Ask Yourself WhyGod Knows Our Hearts Email us @<a href="mailto:info@economicsandthespirit.com">info@economicsandthespirit.com</a> The Good Man Audiobook<a href="https://podcast.economicsandthespirit.com/audiobook" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">The Good Man on Audible.com</a> LinksSimon Edwards Facebook <a href="https://walkministries.org.uk/about-us" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Walk Ministries Website</a><a href="https://www.amazon.co.uk/Final-Quest-Rick-Joyner/dp/192937190X/ref=sr_1_1?adgrpid=55911439809&amp;gclid=EAIaIQobChMIz9nB1dmt5wIVjLHtCh3R0gBEEAAYASAAEgLtgfD_BwE&amp;hvadid=259200284113&amp;hvdev=c&amp;hvlocphy=9046181&amp;hvnetw=g&amp;hvpos=1t1&amp;hvqmt=e&amp;hvrand=14003879873344044761&amp;hvtargid=kwd-308365278888&amp;hydadcr=11909_1842190&amp;keywords=the+final+quest+rick+joyner&amp;qid=1580468997&amp;sr=8-1" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">The Final Quest by Rick Joyner </a><a href="https://www.amazon.co.uk/Chasing-Dragon-Struggle-Pullinger-published/dp/B01BOE9JF2/ref=sr_1_15?adgrpid=53535765976&amp;gclid=EAIaIQobChMI7tz4htqt5wIVxLHtCh0NygStEAAYASAAEgJnafD_BwE&amp;hvadid=259206863278&amp;hvdev=c&amp;hvlocphy=9046181&amp;hvnetw=g&amp;hvpos=1t1&amp;hvqmt=e&amp;hvrand=9901351533157124647&amp;hvtargid=kwd-308268059464&amp;hydadcr=11938_1842226&amp;keywords=chasing+the+dragon+jackie+pullinger&amp;qid=1580469092&amp;sr=8-15" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Chasing The Dragon by Jackie Pullinger</a> CreditsIcon made by <a href="https://www.freepik.com/home" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Freepik</a> from <a href="http://www.flaticon.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.flaticon.com</a>

Simon Edwards - A Prison Filled with Love

James Aladiran

James Aladiran, the founder of Prayer Storm, is an instrumental figure in the UK for catalysing the Church into deeper levels of intercession. Before starting Prayer Storm, James coordinated the Message Trust’s Prayer Strategy for 7 years. Since starting in 2009 Prayer Storm has gathered people from across the UK to fast and pray for a great spiritual awakening in our Nation. In ‘The Beginning’ section, James tells us about his early life, born to missionary parents in Liberia, he describes the total freedom of boarding school in Nigeria before his family embarked on a new ‘mission’ in Manchester. In ‘The Battlefield of the Mind’, James tells us about how he overcame demonic-depression, fear and anxiety using the sword of the spirit. In ‘The Mountaintop’, James tells us how God birthed Prayer Storm and gave him a miraculous personality transplant. In ‘The Things I Wish I’d Known’, James tells us about how he positioned himself for the encounters he has had with God, and his passion for reading about revival. In ‘The Bonus’ section James tells us about how God blew him away by orchestrating a miraculous 30th Birthday present. HashtagsJoel 2:28Seeking God for YourselfWalking Out My Father’s Vision Gatherings of Young Men on Fire for GodThe Sword of the SpiritDeclare the Word of GodDifferent Types of DepressionTaking Authority Over Every Thought PrayerMiraculous Job Revival in the UKEncounters with God Hunger for GodCreating Space for GodGod Blowing You Away Email us @info@economicsandthespirit.com The Good Man AudiobookThe Good Man on Audible.com  Links Rick Pino Lou Engle Prayer StormThe Message Trust James Aladiran Facebook Karen Wheaton - The RampIntercessor – Rees HowellsWhy Revival Tarries - Leonard-Ravenhill CreditsIcon made by Freepik from www.flaticon.com

James Aladiran, the founder of Prayer Storm, is an instrumental figure in the UK for catalysing the Church into deeper levels of intercession. Before starting Prayer Storm, James coordinated the Message Trust’s Prayer Strategy for 7 years. Since starting in 2009 Prayer Storm has gathered people from across the UK to fast and pray for a great spiritual awakening in our Nation. In ‘The Beginning’ section, James tells us about his early life, born to missionary parents in Liberia, he describes the total freedom of boarding school in Nigeria before his family embarked on a new ‘mission’ in Manchester. In ‘The Battlefield of the Mind’, James tells us about how he overcame demonic-depression, fear and anxiety using the sword of the spirit. In ‘The Mountaintop’, James tells us how God birthed Prayer Storm and gave him a miraculous personality transplant. In ‘The Things I Wish I’d Known’, James tells us about how he positioned himself for the encounters he has had with God, and his passion for reading about revival. In ‘The Bonus’ section James tells us about how God blew him away by orchestrating a miraculous 30th Birthday present.  HashtagsJoel 2:28Seeking God for YourselfWalking Out My Father’s Vision Gatherings of Young Men on Fire for God The Sword of the SpiritDeclare the Word of GodDifferent Types of DepressionTaking Authority Over Every Thought PrayerMiraculous Job Revival in the UKEncounters with God Hunger for GodCreating Space for GodGod Blowing You Away Email us @<a href="mailto:info@economicsandthespirit.com">info@economicsandthespirit.com</a> The Good Man Audiobook<a href="https://podcast.economicsandthespirit.com/audiobook" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">The Good Man on Audible.com</a> Links <a href="http://rickpino.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Rick Pino</a> <a href="https://louengle.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Lou Engle</a> <a href="https://prayerstorm.org/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Prayer Storm</a><a href="https://www.message.org.uk/an-alternative-route/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">The Message Trust</a> <a href="https://www.facebook.com/jamesaladiran/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">James Aladiran Facebook </a><a href="https://www.theramp.org/meet-the-team/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Karen Wheaton - The Ramp</a><a href="https://www.eden.co.uk/shop/rees_howells__intercessor_31679.html?site_id=214402&amp;matchtype=e&amp;creative=389008207592&amp;network=g&amp;adposition=&amp;keyword=rees%20howells%20intercessor&amp;device=c&amp;gclid=Cj0KCQiAtOjyBRC0ARIsAIpJyGMASZ8KA0Viuo3sldlqnE6_PtYyTlWjfoU-RRxPvlfTCUG6o1G237EaAo11EALw_wcB" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Intercessor – Rees Howells</a><a href="https://www.amazon.com/Why-Revival-Tarries-Leonard-Ravenhill/dp/0764229052" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Why Revival Tarries - Leonard-Ravenhill</a> CreditsIcon made by <a href="https://www.freepik.com/home" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Freepik</a> from <a href="http://www.flaticon.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.flaticon.com</a>

James Aladiran - Walking in Miracles

Joe Morris

Karen Allen

Karen Allen is an author, preacher, public speaker, playwright, the CEO of the Joe Morris Boxing Gym and co-founder of the Joe Morris Community Empowerment Centre. She is also a passionate advocate of Young Black Men. In ‘The Beginning’, Karen tells us how her passion for young black men began with the special connection she shared with her baby brother, boxing promoter Joe Morris. In ‘The Battlefield of the Mind’,  Karen tells us how she became a person God speaks to directly. In ‘The Mountaintop’, Karen tells us how she truly saw the goodness of Godin the most painful moments of her life and how she saw the goodness and Grace of God when her baby brother passed away.  HashtagsEdmontonPrison at 17Joint EnterpriseTurned His Life Around ObedienceTrust God’s WordsHusband Walked OutFighting Low Self-Esteem  The Only Thing That Will Get Me Through Is GodGod is Still GoodSupernatural Grace to Forgive God’s GraceAn Extra 20 YearsPrison is a State of Mind1500 People at His Funeral  Email us @info@economicsandthespirit.com The Good Man AudiobookThe Good Man on Audible.com LinksKaren Allen FacebookKaren Allen WebsiteJoe Morris LegacyCreditsIcon made by Freepik from www.flaticon.com

Karen Allen is an author, preacher, public speaker, playwright, the CEO of the Joe Morris Boxing Gym and co-founder of the Joe Morris Community Empowerment Centre. She is also a passionate advocate of Young Black Men. In ‘The Beginning’, Karen tells us how her passion for young black men began with the special connection she shared with her baby brother, boxing promoter Joe Morris. In ‘The Battlefield of the Mind’,  Karen tells us how she became a person God speaks to directly. In ‘The Mountaintop’, Karen tells us how she truly saw the goodness of Godin the most painful moments of her life and how she saw the goodness and Grace of God when her baby brother passed away.  HashtagsEdmontonPrison at 17Joint EnterpriseTurned His Life Around ObedienceTrust God’s WordsHusband Walked OutFighting Low Self-Esteem  The Only Thing That Will Get Me Through Is GodGod is Still GoodSupernatural Grace to Forgive God’s GraceAn Extra 20 YearsPrison is a State of Mind1500 People at His Funeral Email us @<a href="mailto:info@economicsandthespirit.com">info@economicsandthespirit.com</a> The Good Man Audiobook<a href="https://podcast.economicsandthespirit.com/audiobook" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">The Good Man on Audible.com</a> Links<a href="https://www.facebook.com/karen.allen.37853" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Karen Allen Facebook</a><a href="https://www.karenallen.info/youth-campaigner" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Karen Allen Website</a><a href="https://www.joemorrislegacy.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Joe Morris Legacy</a> CreditsIcon made by <a href="https://www.freepik.com/home" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Freepik</a> from <a href="http://www.flaticon.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.flaticon.com</a>

Karen Allen - Preacher, Playwright, CEO of the Joe Morris Boxing Gym 

Ola Animashawun is Creative Director of playwrighting consultancy ‘Euphoric Ink’, founder of the Royal Court Theatre’s famous Young Writers Programme and has been described as ‘the Royal Court Theatre’s Secret weapon’. In ‘The Beginning’ section, Ola tells us about his dreams of being a footballer, not knowing what he wanted to do for a living and the play that changed his life. In ‘The Battlefield of the Mind’, Ola tells us about growing up in foster care and his determination to change a world that does not want to change. In ‘The Mountaintop’, Ola tells us about his travels around the world and why he feels like he has already won the lottery! In ‘The Things I Wish I’d Known’, Ola tells us about the determination that was born out of his chaotic childhood and the best advice he has ever been given! HashtagsYou CAN Do It!Grab Every Opportunity!80% of People in The Arts Have No Idea What They Want to Do Never Give Up!Growing Up in Foster CareJust Keep Going Until Someone Stops You!I Went into Theatre Because I Wanted to Change the World LuckyGratitudeBlack WritersInspiring OthersWorking on Every Continent  LoveBelieveKeep Your Focus!!!You Can Be Anything You Want to Be!    Email us @info@economicsandthespirit.com The Good Man AudiobookThe Good Man on Audible.comLinksOla FacebookEuphoric InkRoyal Court TheatreWoza AlbertCaptain Sensible – Happy TalkNoël Greig - Playwriting: A Practical Guide CreditsIcon made by Freepik from www.flaticon.com

Ola Animashawun is Creative Director of playwrighting consultancy ‘Euphoric Ink’, founder of the Royal Court Theatre’s famous Young Writers Programme and has been described as ‘the Royal Court Theatre’s Secret weapon’. In ‘The Beginning’ section, Ola tells us about his dreams of being a footballer, not knowing what he wanted to do for a living and the play that changed his life. In ‘The Battlefield of the Mind’, Ola tells us about growing up in foster care and his determination to change a world that does not want to change. In ‘The Mountaintop’, Ola tells us about his travels around the world and why he feels like he has already won the lottery! In ‘The Things I Wish I’d Known’, Ola tells us about the determination that was born out of his chaotic childhood and the best advice he has ever been given! HashtagsYou CAN Do It!Grab Every Opportunity!80% of People in The Arts Have No Idea What They Want to Do Never Give Up!Growing Up in Foster CareJust Keep Going Until Someone Stops You!I Went into Theatre Because I Wanted to Change the World LuckyGratitudeBlack WritersInspiring OthersWorking on Every Continent  LoveBelieveKeep Your Focus!!!You Can Be Anything You Want to Be!  Email us @<a href="mailto:info@economicsandthespirit.com">info@economicsandthespirit.com</a> The Good Man Audiobook<a href="https://podcast.economicsandthespirit.com/audiobook" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">The Good Man on Audible.com</a> Links<a href="https://www.facebook.com/euphoricola" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Ola Facebook</a><a href="https://euphoricink.co.uk/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Euphoric Ink</a><a href="https://royalcourttheatre.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Royal Court Theatre</a><a href="https://www.ocr.org.uk/Images/307890-woza-albert-.pdf" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Woza Albert</a><a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=291ET6Py6H8" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Captain Sensible – Happy Talk</a><a href="https://www.amazon.co.uk/Playwriting-Practical-Guide-No%C3%ABl-Greig/dp/041531044X" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Noël Greig - Playwriting: A Practical Guide</a> CreditsIcon made by <a href="https://www.freepik.com/home" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Freepik</a> from <a href="http://www.flaticon.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.flaticon.co</a>m

Ola Animashawun - A Truly Self-Made Man 

This podcast is about the extraordinary purpose that all of us have. It is about listening to people who are walking in their purpose and asking them, “How did you do that?” And a quick heads up this podcast is about finding out the messy nuts and bolts of success. The failures that taught them painful but powerful lessons, the things that kept them going and the truth, that success is a bit like the artwork for this podcast. It is full of perilous climbs, seemingly bottomless valleys, jumping for joy one day and feeling like you’re falling the next. Plateaus and progressions that are sometimes so slow we don’t even realize they are happening and mountain tops with glorious vistas we never knew we would reach. In short, success is about mess, mess we never gave up on believing we would overcome, mess we learnt from and mess we shut the door on so we could grow into our purpose. We will have a new guest every month and each week we will release a short section of their wisdom and truth. So, without any further ado, I hope you enjoy our podcast…

Amani Simpson

Amani Simpson is an award-winning social entrepreneur, filmmaker and youth activist. At the age of 21, he was stabbed 7 times after intervening in a robbery attempt. He has since produced a powerful Youtube short film 'AMANI' starring Hollywood actor Joivan Wade which has had over 2 and a half million views. In ‘The Beginning’ section, Amani tells us how traumatic experiences in primary school and his attempts to fit in spiralled into him becoming a complete terror at school. In ‘The Battlefield of the Mind’, Amani tells us how the ‘compound effect’ of his poor choices and defeatist mindset led to him being expelled from school and how he finally hit rock bottom and COMPLETELY turned his life around! In ‘The Mountain Top’, Amani reveals what the greatest moment of his life has been (and his answer is surprising to say the least…) In ‘The Things I Wish I’d Known’, Amani tells us about his mission in life and what he fed his mind to become the man he is today. HashtagsBullyingRejectionSurvival Mode Expelled  Self-ReflectionThe Streets Sucked Me In County Lines Drug DealingI Made the Decision to Change The StabbingUnlocking Your PurposeMentoring Young People Amplify Positive ThemesSmall Good Choices EverydayThe Importance of the People Around You Email us @info@economicsandthespirit.com  The Good Man AudiobookThe Good Man on Audible.com LinksAviard InspiresAmani Short FilmAmani Simpson FacebookThe Compound Effect by Darren HardyCreditsIcon made by Freepik from www.flaticon.com

Amani Simpson is an award-winning social entrepreneur, filmmaker and youth activist. At the age of 21, he was stabbed 7 times after intervening in a robbery attempt. He has since produced a powerful Youtube short film 'AMANI' starring Hollywood actor Joivan Wade which has had over 2 and a half million views. In ‘The Beginning’ section, Amani tells us how traumatic experiences in primary school and his attempts to fit in spiralled into him becoming a complete terror at school. In ‘The Battlefield of the Mind’, Amani tells us how the ‘compound effect’ of his poor choices and defeatist mindset led to him being expelled from school and how he finally hit rock bottom and COMPLETELY turned his life around! In ‘The Mountain Top’, Amani reveals what the greatest moment of his life has been (and his answer is surprising to say the least…) In ‘The Things I Wish I’d Known’, Amani tells us about his mission in life and what he fed his mind to become the man he is today. HashtagsBullyingRejectionSurvival Mode Expelled  Self-ReflectionThe Streets Sucked Me In County Lines Drug DealingI Made the Decision to Change The StabbingUnlocking Your PurposeMentoring Young People Amplify Positive ThemesSmall Good Choices EverydayThe Importance of the People Around You Email us @<a href="mailto:info@economicsandthespirit.com">info@economicsandthespirit.com</a> The Good Man Audiobook<a href="https://podcast.economicsandthespirit.com/audiobook" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">The Good Man on Audible.com</a> Links<a href="https://www.aviard.co.uk/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Aviard Inspires</a><a href="https://www.aviard.co.uk/watch-amani-short-film-reaches-1-million-views-in-4-days/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Amani Short Film</a><a href="https://www.facebook.com/aviardmarns/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Amani Simpson Facebook</a><a href="https://www.waterstones.com/book/the-compound-effect/darren-hardy/9781593157241" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">The Compound Effect by Darren Hardy</a>CreditsIcon made by <a href="https://www.freepik.com/home" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Freepik</a> from <a href="http://www.flaticon.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.flaticon.com</a>

Amani Simpson - Award-winning Social Entrepreneur and Filmmaker 

Matt Bird

Matt Bird is an international entrepreneur, speaker, author and broadcaster. He has spoken in 30 countries to more than a million people, has written 10 books. He is the founder of Relationology International and the CEO of philanthropic foundation Cinnamon Network International. In ‘The Beginning’ section, Matt tells us about how he went from being in remedial classes at school to advising 10 Downing Street. In ‘The Battlefield of the Mind’, Matt tells us how he COMPLETELY overcame his lack of confidence and timidity to become an international motivational speaker. In ‘The Mountain Top’, Matt tells us about the years of hard work it took to reach his mountain tops and why we should always aim for the mountain tops. In ‘The Things I Wish I’d Known’, Matt gives us a Mini-Masterclass about one of ‘The Seven Behaviours of Highly Effective Relationship Builders’ – How to Understand Others and Adapt Yourself.HashtagsMentors Help Us Believe in OurselvesFrom Remedial Classes to Published AuthorRelationships Are the True Currency of BusinessBelieve You Can Win!Don’t Speak Negativity to YourselfKnowing Jesus Not Just Loves You but Likes You Matt’s Mastermind GroupsIf I Can Do it You Can Do it!Personal Growth Happens in the Valleys Shut Up, Listen and Ask Questions!Do You Understand Your Client’s Needs?The Best Relationship Builders Speak the Least Email us @info@economicsandthespirit.com The Good Man AudiobookThe Good Man on Audible.comLinksCinnamon Network International Relationology InternationalInterested in getting Matt’s free eBook The Seven Behaviours of Highly Effective Relationship Builders?  Go to Relationology International and sign up to Matt’s mailing list.CreditsIcon made by Freepik from www.flaticon.com

Matt Bird is an international entrepreneur, speaker, author and broadcaster. He has spoken in 30 countries to more than a million people, has written 10 books. He is the founder of Relationology International and the CEO of philanthropic foundation Cinnamon Network International. In ‘The Beginning’ section, Matt tells us about how he went from being in remedial classes at school to advising 10 Downing Street. In ‘The Battlefield of the Mind’, Matt tells us how he COMPLETELY overcame his lack of confidence and timidity to become an international motivational speaker. In ‘The Mountain Top’, Matt tells us about the years of hard work it took to reach his mountain tops and why we should always aim for the mountain tops. In ‘The Things I Wish I’d Known’, Matt gives us a Mini-Masterclass about one of ‘The Seven Behaviours of Highly Effective Relationship Builders’ – How to Understand Others and Adapt Yourself. HashtagsMentors Help Us Believe in OurselvesFrom Remedial Classes to Published AuthorRelationships Are the True Currency of Business Believe You Can Win!Don’t Speak Negativity to YourselfKnowing Jesus Not Just Loves You but Likes You Matt’s Mastermind GroupsIf I Can Do it You Can Do it!Personal Growth Happens in the Valleys  Shut Up, Listen and Ask Questions!Do You Understand Your Client’s Needs?The Best Relationship Builders Speak the Least Email us @<a href="mailto:info@economicsandthespirit.com">info@economicsandthespirit.com</a> The Good Man Audiobook<a href="https://podcast.economicsandthespirit.com/audiobook" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">The Good Man on Audible.com</a> Links<a href="https://cinnamonnetwork.com/partner/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Cinnamon Network International </a><a href="https://relationologyinternational.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Relationology International</a>Interested in getting Matt’s free eBook The Seven Behaviours of Highly Effective Relationship Builders?  Go to <a href="https://relationologyinternational.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Relationology International</a> and sign up to Matt’s mailing list. CreditsIcon made by <a href="https://www.freepik.com/home" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Freepik</a> from <a href="http://www.flaticon.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.flaticon.com</a>

Matt Bird - Relationships Are the True Currency of Business 

Mervin Cato is Head of Enfield’s Secondary Behaviour Support Service where he works with some of the most challenging young people in London, a large percentage of whom are young offenders. Mervin is also founder and co-leader of Men United 4 Christ and the driving force behind the Joe Morris Boxing Gym. In ‘The Beginning’ episode, Mervin tells us about his huge family and his father’s influence on him and his community. In ‘The Battlefield of the Mind’ section, Mervin tells us what his greatest struggle in life has been. In ‘The Mountain Top’, Mervin tells us who shaped him into the man he is today. In ‘The Things I Wish I’d Known’, Mervin explains why you should never tell your black child they need to work twice as hard as other children.HashtagsCato FamilyFather/MentorPortland JamaicaWindrush FamiliesBad InfluencesSocial AwarenessThe Fresh Prince of Bel AirGod Won’t Let Me SleepI Need Some Peace in My LifeOvercoming My Identity IssuesThe Rumble in the JungleWe Should Have Rights of Passage Your Name is More Important Than Silver and Gold. Email us @info@economicsandthespirit.comThe Good Man AudiobookThe Good Man on Audible.com LinksMervyn Cato TwitterJoe Morris Boxing GymCreditsIcon made by Freepik from www.flaticon.com

Mervin Cato is Head of Enfield’s Secondary Behaviour Support Service where he works with some of the most challenging young people in London, a large percentage of whom are young offenders. Mervin is also founder and co-leader of Men United 4 Christ and the driving force behind the Joe Morris Boxing Gym. In ‘The Beginning’ episode, Mervin tells us about his huge family and his father’s influence on him and his community. In ‘The Battlefield of the Mind’ section, Mervin tells us what his greatest struggle in life has been. In ‘The Mountain Top’, Mervin tells us who shaped him into the man he is today. In ‘The Things I Wish I’d Known’, Mervin explains why you should never tell your black child they need to work twice as hard as other children. HashtagsCato FamilyFather/MentorPortland JamaicaWindrush Families Bad InfluencesSocial AwarenessThe Fresh Prince of Bel Air God Won’t Let Me SleepI Need Some Peace in My LifeOvercoming My Identity Issues The Rumble in the JungleWe Should Have Rights of Passage Your Name is More Important Than Silver and Gold. Email us @ <a href="mailto:info@economicsandthespirit.com">info@economicsandthespirit.com</a> The Good Man Audiobook <a href="https://podcast.economicsandthespirit.com/audiobook" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">The Good Man on Audible.com</a> Links <a href="https://twitter.com/mervincato?lang=en" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Mervyn Cato Twitter</a><a href="https://www.joemorrislegacy.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Joe Morris Boxing Gym</a> CreditsIcon made by <a href="https://www.freepik.com/home" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Freepik</a> from <a href="http://www.flaticon.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.flaticon.com</a>

Mervin Cato - Fathers and Mentors

Oladipo Agboluaje is one of our best Black British Playwrights, an academic and Royal Literary Fund Writing Fellow. Born in Hackney and educated in both Britain and Nigeria. He won the Alfred Fagon prize for playwriting in 2009 for his play Iya-Ile (The First Wife) and his work ranges from the belly laughing satire of The First Wife set in modern Nigeria, to documentary theatre in his play The Hounding of David Oluwale, about a case of police brutality in 1960’s Britain.0:27 Dipo’s youth in London and Nigeria, surrounded by storytellers.7:20 Returning to England after Nigeria’s economic collapse.10:22 How Dipo’s first play Early Morning, about a group of cleaners who start a black revolution reflected his own reality.  14:39 His greatest struggle when he returned to England. 17:52 How he got his first play produced. 27:33 Nigerian’s irrational self-belief.28:51 Why the play he is most proud of is The Hounding of David Oluwale, about the only black person in the UK to have gained any kind of ‘real’ justice for police brutality since 1971.  34:52 Dipo’s advice to young people who want to start a career in the creative industry.Email us @info@economicsandthespirit.comThe Good Man AudiobookThe Good Man on Audible.comLinksDipo on TwitterOval House Talawa Dipo’s PlaysBlack Plays Archive  CreditsIcon made by Freepik from www.flaticon.com

Oladipo Agboluaje is one of our best Black British Playwrights, an academic and Royal Literary Fund Writing Fellow. Born in Hackney and educated in both Britain and Nigeria. He won the Alfred Fagon prize for playwriting in 2009 for his play Iya-Ile (The First Wife) and his work ranges from the belly laughing satire of The First Wife set in modern Nigeria, to documentary theatre in his play The Hounding of David Oluwale, about a case of police brutality in 1960’s Britain. 0:27 Dipo’s youth in London and Nigeria, surrounded by storytellers.7:20 Returning to England after Nigeria’s economic collapse.10:22 How Dipo’s first play Early Morning, about a group of cleaners who start a black revolution reflected his own reality.  14:39 His greatest struggle when he returned to England. 17:52 How he got his first play produced. 27:33 Nigerian’s irrational self-belief.28:51 Why the play he is most proud of is The Hounding of David Oluwale, about the only black person in the UK to have gained any kind of ‘real’ justice for police brutality since 1971. 34:52 Dipo’s advice to young people who want to start a career in the creative industry. Email us @<a href="mailto:info@economicsandthespirit.com">info@economicsandthespirit.com</a> The Good Man Audiobook<a href="https://podcast.economicsandthespirit.com/audiobook" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">The Good Man on Audible.com</a> Links<a href="https://twitter.com/dipoagboluaje?lang=en" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Dipo on Twitter</a><a href="https://www.ovalhouse.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Oval House </a><a href="http://www.talawa.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Talawa </a><a href="https://www.bloomsbury.com/uk/search?q=oladipo&amp;Gid=1" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Dipo’s Plays</a><a href="https://www.blackplaysarchive.org.uk/explore/playwrights/agboluaje-oladipo " rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Black Plays Archive </a> CreditsIcon made by <a href="https://www.freepik.com/home" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Freepik</a> from <a href="http://www.flaticon.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.flaticon.com</a>

Oladipo Agboluaje - Award Winning Playwright 

In our 1st Anniversary Episode we're going to do something a little bit different. We are going to have a recap of some of our most popular and powerful episodes!The Beginning - Seth Pinnock - From Pain to Pursuing Purpose Seth Pinnock is founder of Midnight Oil Youth Summits, frontman of award-winning gospel group ‘A New Thing’ and Tearfund’s Head of African and Caribbean Engagement. In ‘The Beginning’ section Seth will talk about his youth, the breakdown of his parents' marriage and the impact that had on him...The Battlefield of the Mind - Johnboy Smith - Paralympic AthleteOur guest is Johnboy Smith, Paralympic Athlete, UK No.1 and Commonwealth Games Silver Medallist in the Wheelchair Marathon. In ‘The Battlefield of the Mind’ section Johnboy tells us the dramatic story of how he was originally injured and how his time at Stoke Mandeville National Spinal Injuries Centre was the making of him...The Mountaintop - Amani Simpson - Award-winning Social Entrepreneur and FilmmakerAmani Simpson is an award-winning social entrepreneur, filmmaker and youth activist. At the age of 21, he was stabbed 7 times after intervening in a robbery attempt. He has since produced a powerful Youtube short film 'AMANI' starring Hollywood actor Joivan Wade which has had over 2 and a half million views. In ‘The Mountain Top’ section Amani reveals what the greatest moment of his life has been (and his answer is surprising to say the least…)The Things I Wish I’d Known - Ola Animashawun - A Truly Self-Made ManOla Animashawun is the man responsible for countless black plays being produced in the UK and around the world. He is Creative Director of playwriting consultancy ‘Euphoric Ink’, founder of the Royal Court Theatre’s famous Young Writers Programme and has been described as ‘the Royal Court Theatre’s Secret weapon’. In ‘The Things I Wish I’d Known’ section Ola tells us about the determination that was born out of his chaotic childhood in foster care and the best advice he has ever been given!HashtagsVisionChurch hurtRejection and abuseCraving father figuresBulletsSurvivorResilienceMental healthThe StabbingUnlocking Your PurposeThis Is About Saving Lives…LoveBelieveKeep Your Focus!!!You Can Be Anything You Want to Be! Email us @info@economicsandthespirit.comThe Good Man AudiobookThe Good Man on Audible.comLinksSeth on FacebookSeth on Instagram Johnboy Smith on FacebookJohnboy Smith Website Aviard InspiresAmani Short FilmOla FacebookEuphoric InkCaptain Sensible – Happy TalkCreditsIcon made by Freepik from www.flaticon.com

In our 1st Anniversary Episode we're going to do something a little bit different. We are going to have a recap of some of our most popular and powerful episodes! The Beginning - Seth Pinnock - From Pain to Pursuing Purpose Seth Pinnock is founder of Midnight Oil Youth Summits, frontman of award-winning gospel group ‘A New Thing’ and Tearfund’s Head of African and Caribbean Engagement. In ‘The Beginning’ section Seth will talk about his youth, the breakdown of his parents' marriage and the impact that had on him... The Battlefield of the Mind - Johnboy Smith - Paralympic Athlete Our guest is Johnboy Smith, Paralympic Athlete, UK No.1 and Commonwealth Games Silver Medallist in the Wheelchair Marathon. In ‘The Battlefield of the Mind’ section Johnboy tells us the dramatic story of how he was originally injured and how his time at Stoke Mandeville National Spinal Injuries Centre was the making of him... The Mountaintop - Amani Simpson - Award-winning Social Entrepreneur and Filmmaker Amani Simpson is an award-winning social entrepreneur, filmmaker and youth activist. At the age of 21, he was stabbed 7 times after intervening in a robbery attempt. He has since produced a powerful Youtube short film 'AMANI' starring Hollywood actor Joivan Wade which has had over 2 and a half million views. In ‘The Mountain Top’ section Amani reveals what the greatest moment of his life has been (and his answer is surprising to say the least…) The Things I Wish I’d Known - Ola Animashawun - A Truly Self-Made Man Ola Animashawun is the man responsible for countless black plays being produced in the UK and around the world. He is Creative Director of playwriting consultancy ‘Euphoric Ink’, founder of the Royal Court Theatre’s famous Young Writers Programme and has been described as ‘the Royal Court Theatre’s Secret weapon’. In ‘The Things I Wish I’d Known’ section Ola tells us about the determination that was born out of his chaotic childhood in foster care and the best advice he has ever been given! HashtagsVisionChurch hurtRejection and abuseCraving father figures BulletsSurvivorResilienceMental health The StabbingUnlocking Your PurposeThis Is About Saving Lives… LoveBelieveKeep Your Focus!!!You Can Be Anything You Want to Be! Email us @<a href="mailto:info@economicsandthespirit.com">info@economicsandthespirit.com</a> The Good Man Audiobook <a href="https://podcast.economicsandthespirit.com/audiobook" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">The Good Man on Audible.com</a> Links<a href="https://www.facebook.com/sethanthonyp/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Seth on Facebook</a> <a href="https://www.instagram.com/sethanthonyp/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Seth on Instagram</a> <a href="https://www.facebook.com/Johnwheelchairracer/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Johnboy Smith on Facebook</a> <a href="https://johnboywcr.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Johnboy Smith Website</a> <a href="https://www.aviard.co.uk/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Aviard Inspires</a> <a href="https://www.aviard.co.uk/watch-amani-short-film-reaches-1-million-views-in-4-days/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Amani Short Film</a> <a href="https://www.facebook.com/euphoricola" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Ola Facebook</a> <a href="https://euphoricink.co.uk/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Euphoric Ink</a> <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=291ET6Py6H8" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Captain Sensible – Happy Talk</a> CreditsIcon made by <a href="https://www.freepik.com/home" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Freepik</a> from <a href="http://www.flaticon.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.flaticon.com</a>

1st Anniversary Special! - Our Best Bits - Seth Pinnock, Johnboy Smith, Amani Simpson and Ola Animashawun

Carl Beech

Carl Beech is the president of Christian Vision for Men (CVM), CEO of The Edge and founder of both Edgefest and The Gathering festivals. He is also an author, radio host and podcaster.0:24: Carl tells us about CVM, The Edge and the work they do with working class men.01:14 The Beginning – Carl tells us about one of his earliest memories, what he was like as a mischievous 12-year-old, using pages of the bible as Rizla paper, hating school and dreaming of joining the army…8:14 The Battlefield of the Mind – Carl talks about being dared by a friend to go to church, struggling with his mental health and having an epiphany that freed him from the pressure to succeed…18:52 The Mountain Top – Carl talks about the highlights of his journey so far, his sense of gratitude and learning to live for the moment in God.26:08 The Things I Wish I’d Known – Carl gives his advice to a young man starting out today…  HashtagsA Heart for the PoorInsecuritiesGod’s Unconditional Acceptance GratitudeFind a MentorListenGet the Job Done!Don’t Be Mediocre Email us @info@economicsandthespirit.comThe Good Man AudiobookThe Good Man on Audible.comLinksCVMThe Edge The Gathering Festival Edgefest CreditsIcon made by Freepik from www.flaticon.com

Carl Beech is the president of Christian Vision for Men (CVM), CEO of The Edge and founder of both Edgefest and The Gathering festivals. He is also an author, radio host and podcaster. 0:24: Carl tells us about CVM, The Edge and the work they do with working class men.01:14 The Beginning – Carl tells us about one of his earliest memories, what he was like as a mischievous 12-year-old, using pages of the bible as Rizla paper, hating school and dreaming of joining the army… 8:14 The Battlefield of the Mind – Carl talks about being dared by a friend to go to church, struggling with his mental health and having an epiphany that freed him from the pressure to succeed…18:52 The Mountain Top – Carl talks about the highlights of his journey so far, his sense of gratitude and learning to live for the moment in God.26:08 The Things I Wish I’d Known – Carl gives his advice to a young man starting out today…  HashtagsA Heart for the PoorInsecuritiesGod’s Unconditional Acceptance GratitudeFind a MentorListenGet the Job Done!Don’t Be Mediocre Email us @<a href="mailto:info@economicsandthespirit.com">info@economicsandthespirit.com</a> The Good Man Audiobook<a href="https://podcast.economicsandthespirit.com/audiobook" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">The Good Man on Audible.com</a> Links<a href=" https://www.cvm.org.uk/about" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">CVM</a><a href="https://edgeministries.net" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">The Edge </a><a href="https://thegatheringformen.com/tg21" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">The Gathering Festival </a><a href="https://edgefestuk.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Edgefest </a> CreditsIcon made by <a href="https://www.freepik.com/home" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Freepik</a> from <a href="http://www.flaticon.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.flaticon.com</a>

Carl Beech - Freed From the Pressure to Succeed

Okezie Morro, is a successful Black British actor who starred in the Netflix series The Mist, has featured in several Hollywood movies including World War Z and Red Tails and has played leading roles in theatre productions at the National Theatre, The Tricycle Theatre and Almeida Theatre to name a few. He is also the creator and producer of the Youtube children’s show Tata Story Time, where brilliant black actors perform fantastic stories written by African heritage authors.0:00 The Beginning – Okezie tells us about: his early experiences growing up in London and Nigeria, the culture shock of returning to England; his love of sport and dreams of becoming a footballer.6:55 How Did You Get That Job – Okezie tells us about: getting over losing his dream of being a footballer; how he got into acting, how he secured his first agent; why he went to drama school, what he learnt there; and how he got his first role in a Hollywood movie!25:20 The Battlefield of the Mind – Okezie tells us about: how he keeps mentally and physically motivated; the importance of knowing what  you want and having a plan; and how he made his move to America.34:20 The Mountain Top – Okezie tells us about How he got his role on the Netflix series The Mist, the key aspects of his career he is most proud of and the importance of self belief.40:31 The Things I Wish I’d Known – Okezie tells us the advice he would give a young actor starting out in the business.  HashtagsHow do you get into acting?How do you get an agent?Know what you want!Have a plan!Believe in yourself!Email us @info@economicsandthespirit.comThe Good Man AudiobookThe Good Man on Audible.comLinksOkezie Morro Tata Story TimeOkezie Morro InstagramCreditsIcon made by Freepik from www.flaticon.com

Okezie Morro, is a successful Black British actor who starred in the Netflix series The Mist, has featured in several Hollywood movies including World War Z and Red Tails and has played leading roles in theatre productions at the National Theatre, The Tricycle Theatre and Almeida Theatre to name a few. He is also the creator and producer of the Youtube children’s show Tata Story Time, where brilliant black actors perform fantastic stories written by African heritage authors. 0:00 The Beginning – Okezie tells us about: his early experiences growing up in London and Nigeria, the culture shock of returning to England; his love of sport and dreams of becoming a footballer. 6:55 How Did You Get That Job – Okezie tells us about: getting over losing his dream of being a footballer; how he got into acting, how he secured his first agent; why he went to drama school, what he learnt there; and how he got his first role in a Hollywood movie!25:20 The Battlefield of the Mind – Okezie tells us about: how he keeps mentally and physically motivated; the importance of knowing what  you want and having a plan; and how he made his move to America.34:20 The Mountain Top – Okezie tells us about How he got his role on the Netflix series The Mist, the key aspects of his career he is most proud of and the importance of self belief.40:31 The Things I Wish I’d Known – Okezie tells us the advice he would give a young actor starting out in the business.  HashtagsHow do you get into acting? How do you get an agent? Know what you want! Have a plan! Believe in yourself! Email us @<a href="mailto:info@economicsandthespirit.com">info@economicsandthespirit.com</a> The Good Man Audiobook<a href="https://podcast.economicsandthespirit.com/audiobook" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">The Good Man on Audible.com</a> Links<a href="https://www.unitedagents.co.uk/okezie-morro" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Okezie Morro </a> <a href="https://www.tatastorytime.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Tata Story Time</a> <a href="https://www.instagram.com/okeziemorro/?hl=en" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Okezie Morro Instagram</a> CreditsIcon made by <a href="https://www.freepik.com/home" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Freepik</a> from <a href="http://www.flaticon.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.flaticon.com</a>

Okezie Morro - Hollywood Actor and Storyteller

A-Star real name Alidor Gasper is a successful Christian Grime artist, his first EP Revolutionary debuted at No.4 in both the Christian and Gospel Chart and the iTunes Hip Hop and Rap Chart. 2020 saw the release of his hard-hitting new album Born and Raised which delivers real talk on topics that range from: surrendering his life to God; to struggling with lust and pornography; to living with Sickle Cell Anaemia, an excruciatingly painful genetic disease A-Star has grappled with his entire life…  0:00 The Beginning – A-Star tells us about being born and raised in Leytonstone (East London), being raised in a single parent family and the best thing he received from his father.8:55 How Did You Get That Job – A-Star tells us about: how he became successful in the music industry; the kind of content that leads to success; and gives us advice about the business side of the industry.18:50 The Battlefield of the Mind – A-Star tells us about: battling with the extreme pain of Sickle Cell Anaemia, whilst wanting to live a normal life; how grappling with Sickle Cell has changed his mindset; and the importance of knowing your genotype. 27:27 The Mountain Top – A-Star tells us about his proudest moments, learning to truly enjoy those moments and the importance of celebrating others.33:55 The Things I Wish I’d Known – A-Star tells us the advice he would give a young man starting out in the music industry today.  HashtagsSearching for Father FiguresEmptinessBuild Up a TeamSickle Cell Anaemia ResilienceLiving PurposeBe Your Authentic SelfEmail us @info@economicsandthespirit.comThe Good Man AudiobookThe Good Man on Audible.comLinksA-Star on TwitterA-Star Huff Post InterviewA Star - Off My Chest 3/ It Is Well Feat. Shekinah (Official Video)CreditsIcon made by Freepik from www.flaticon.com

A-Star real name Alidor Gasper is a successful Christian Grime artist, his first EP Revolutionary debuted at No.4 in both the Christian and Gospel Chart and the iTunes Hip Hop and Rap Chart. 2020 saw the release of his hard-hitting new album Born and Raised which delivers real talk on topics that range from: surrendering his life to God; to struggling with lust and pornography; to living with Sickle Cell Anaemia, an excruciatingly painful genetic disease A-Star has grappled with his entire life…  0:00 The Beginning – A-Star tells us about being born and raised in Leytonstone (East London), being raised in a single parent family and the best thing he received from his father. 8:55 How Did You Get That Job – A-Star tells us about: how he became successful in the music industry; the kind of content that leads to success; and gives us advice about the business side of the industry.18:50 The Battlefield of the Mind – A-Star tells us about: battling with the extreme pain of Sickle Cell Anaemia, whilst wanting to live a normal life; how grappling with Sickle Cell has changed his mindset; and the importance of knowing your genotype. 27:27 The Mountain Top – A-Star tells us about his proudest moments, learning to truly enjoy those moments and the importance of celebrating others.33:55 The Things I Wish I’d Known – A-Star tells us the advice he would give a young man starting out in the music industry today.  HashtagsSearching for Father Figures Emptiness Build Up a Team Sickle Cell Anaemia Resilience Living Purpose Be Your Authentic Self Email us @<a href="mailto:info@economicsandthespirit.com">info@economicsandthespirit.com</a> The Good Man Audiobook<a href="https://podcast.economicsandthespirit.com/audiobook" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">The Good Man on Audible.com</a> Links<a href="https://twitter.com/astarmusicuk?lang=en" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">A-Star on Twitter</a> <a href="https://www.huffingtonpost.co.uk/entry/chronic-podcast-sickle-cell-disease_uk_5fd9d4e6c5b690d5d3089eda" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">A-Star Huff Post Interview</a> <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CIsrGdSLIg0&amp;feature=youtu.be" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">A Star - Off My Chest 3/ It Is Well Feat. Shekinah (Official Video)</a> CreditsIcon made by <a href="https://www.freepik.com/home" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Freepik</a> from <a href="http://www.flaticon.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.flaticon.com</a>

A-Star - Hard-hitting Christian Grime Artist

Welcome to our Love Episode, this month we are going to do something a little bit different and look at how love has impacted the lives of some of the extraordinary men we have had on our podcast over the past year!00:30 - Carl Beech, the president of Christian Vision for Men (CVM), CEO of The Edge and founder of both Edgefest and The Gathering festivals tells us how he met the love of his life... 4:24 - Johnboy Smith, Paralympic Athlete, UK No.1 and Commonwealth Games Silver Medallist in the Wheelchair Marathon tells us about meeting his wife and the strength she gives him!9:45 - Paul Gask, Christian Vision for Men’s (CVM) Regional Director for the North of England. Paul was once a police officer who dramatically fell from grace… He tells us about how love saved him when he was on the verge of giving up...17:00 - James Aladiran, the founder of Prayer Storm and former coordinator of the Message Trust’s Prayer Strategy. This one is a bit about the love of a good woman and a bit about the love of God on a special birthday!HashtagsChurch Girls...The Greatest Moments in My LifeShe Brought Me Back!Clinical Depression The Hero of My StoryA Miraculous  GiftChoosing the Right Woman to Love...Email us @info@economicsandthespirit.com The Good Man Audiobook The Good Man on Audible.com  LinksChristian Vision For MenThe Edge Johnboy Smith FacebookJohnboy Smith Website Paul on FacebookThe Gathering Festival James Aladiran Facebook Prayer Storm CreditsIcon made by Freepik from www.flaticon.com

Welcome to our Love Episode, this month we are going to do something a little bit different and look at how love has impacted the lives of some of the extraordinary men we have had on our podcast over the past year! 00:30 - Carl Beech, the president of Christian Vision for Men (CVM), CEO of The Edge and founder of both Edgefest and The Gathering festivals tells us how he met the love of his life... 4:24 - Johnboy Smith, Paralympic Athlete, UK No.1 and Commonwealth Games Silver Medallist in the Wheelchair Marathon tells us about meeting his wife and the strength she gives him! 9:45 - Paul Gask, Christian Vision for Men’s (CVM) Regional Director for the North of England. Paul was once a police officer who dramatically fell from grace… He tells us about how love saved him when he was on the verge of giving up... 17:00 - James Aladiran, the founder of Prayer Storm and former coordinator of the Message Trust’s Prayer Strategy. This one is a bit about the love of a good woman and a bit about the love of God on a special birthday! Hashtags Church Girls... The Greatest Moments in My Life She Brought Me Back! Clinical Depression The Hero of My Story A Miraculous  Gift Choosing the Right Woman to Love... Email us @<a href="mailto:info@economicsandthespirit.com">info@economicsandthespirit.com</a> The Good Man Audiobook <a href="https://podcast.economicsandthespirit.com/audiobook" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">The Good Man on Audible.com </a> Links<a href="https://www.cvm.org.uk/about" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Christian Vision For Men</a> <a href="https://edgeministries.net" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">The Edge </a> <a href="https://www.facebook.com/Johnwheelchairracer/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Johnboy Smith Facebook</a> <a href="https://johnboywcr.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Johnboy Smith Website</a> <a href="https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=741953501" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Paul on Facebook</a><a href="https://thegatheringformen.com/tg21" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">The Gathering Festival </a> <a href="https://www.facebook.com/jamesaladiran/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">James Aladiran Facebook </a><a href="https://prayerstorm.org/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Prayer Storm</a> CreditsIcon made by <a href="https://www.freepik.com/home" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Freepik</a> from <a href="http://www.flaticon.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.flaticon.com</a>

The Love Special Episode: How Important is it to Choose the Right Person to Love? 

Solomon Smith

Solomon Smith is the founder of Brixton Soup Kitchen, an organisation that has received numerous accolades and been featured on BBC3’s Amazing Humans, Channel 4, BBC Radio 1xtra and the Evening Standard Top 1000 Influential list. 0:00 Covid 19 - Solomon tells us how Covid 19 and lockdown have affected Brixton Soup Kitchen and the people they serve. 5:09 The Beginning – Solomon tells us about growing up on the Moorland’s Estate in Brixton; giving tupperware tubs of his mums cooking to homeless people; and struggling with such severe dyslexia that he left school unable to read.13:33 How Did You Get That Job – Solomon tells us how he: started organising community events; got National Lottery funding; and even graduated from university all whilst struggling with severe dyslexia.26:26 The Battlefield of the Mind – Solomon tells us about the battle he experienced in his mind when God spoke to him and told him to open Brixton Soup Kitchen… and how he responded when everyone else told him not to do it. 39:02 The Mountain Top – Solomon tells us about working with 350 corporate companies including Puma, Adidas, Nickelodeon and Channel 4; giving away 178,000 hot meals and much much more!41:53 The Things I Wish I’d Known – Solomon tells us the advice he would give to young men who are struggling to find their way in the world. HashtagsHuge Rise in Food PovertySevere DyslexiaFeeling Like I Have Nothing to OfferFind Your Own Way to Overcome ItBe the LightLearning to Talk to Corporates Don’t Let Your Weaknesses Hold Down Your StrengthsEmail us @info@economicsandthespirit.comThe Good Man AudiobookThe Good Man on Audible.comLinksBrixton Soup KitchenSolomon Smith Tedx TalkSolomon Smith on InstagramCreditsIcon made by Freepik from www.flaticon.com

Solomon Smith is the founder of Brixton Soup Kitchen, an organisation that has received numerous accolades and been featured on BBC3’s Amazing Humans, Channel 4, BBC Radio 1xtra and the Evening Standard Top 1000 Influential list. 0:00 Covid 19 - Solomon tells us how Covid 19 and lockdown have affected Brixton Soup Kitchen and the people they serve. 5:09 The Beginning – Solomon tells us about growing up on the Moorland’s Estate in Brixton; giving tupperware tubs of his mums cooking to homeless people; and struggling with such severe dyslexia that he left school unable to read. 13:33 How Did You Get That Job – Solomon tells us how he: started organising community events; got National Lottery funding; and even graduated from university all whilst struggling with severe dyslexia. 26:26 The Battlefield of the Mind – Solomon tells us about the battle he experienced in his mind when God spoke to him and told him to open Brixton Soup Kitchen… and how he responded when everyone else told him not to do it. 39:02 The Mountain Top – Solomon tells us about working with 350 corporate companies including Puma, Adidas, Nickelodeon and Channel 4; giving away 178,000 hot meals and much much more! 41:53 The Things I Wish I’d Known – Solomon tells us the advice he would give to young men who are struggling to find their way in the world. Hashtags Huge Rise in Food Poverty Severe DyslexiaFeeling Like I Have Nothing to Offer Find Your Own Way to Overcome It Be the LightLearning to Talk to Corporates  Don’t Let Your Weaknesses Hold Down Your Strengths Email us @ <a href="mailto:info@economicsandthespirit.com">info@economicsandthespirit.com </a> The Good Man Audiobook <a href="https://podcast.economicsandthespirit.com/audiobook" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">The Good Man on Audible.com</a> Links <a href="https://brixtonsoupkitchen.org" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Brixton Soup Kitchen </a><a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xYzeIvBPULU" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Solomon Smith Tedx Talk</a> <a href="https://www.instagram.com/sollysworld/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Solomon Smith on Instagram</a> Credits Icon made by <a href="https://www.freepik.com/home" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Freepik</a> from <a href="http://www.flaticon.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.flaticon.com</a>

Solomon Smith - Founder and CEO of Brixton Soup Kitchen

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