In this powerful and deeply emotional episode, we sit down with a man whose family was taken hostage by Hamas during the horrific events of October 7th, 2023. He shares the harrowing details of that day, the uncertainty, the fear, and the unimaginable moments his loved ones endured. We explore the impact of the conflict on families like his, the br…

E98: How To Stop Being A People PleaserIn this Episode, M.T. is joined by Amani Simpson, an award-winning youth coach, speaker and filmmaker. In this wholesome conversation they discuss how he moved from being stabbed to now working to save and inspire young people, his acclaimed short film 'AMANI' starring Joivan Wade, which has now been watched n…

In this Episode, M.T. answers questions from our community on the crisis currently engulfing the Middle East. Many of us don't know what to think and swimming through all the media narratives can be difficult. This is a good guide for anyone trying to make sense of some of the moving parts of the conflict.…

Rory Sutherland is one of the world's leading consumer behaviour experts, the Vice Chairman of Ogilvy Advertising and an author. In this, his second appearance on Common Sense Pod, we tackle a range of issues from AI to politics to big tech. 01:11 Tik Tok Algorithms 11:01 Changes to remote working 26:36 Elon Musk and Twitter 38:44 How can we harnes…

Timi Merriman-Johnson is an award-winning financial content creator, podcaster, author and founder of Mr MoneyJar, a UK-based financial education company. 02:20: How would you describe the work you do?10.53: Rich dad poor dad10:00: Why do you subject yourself to all this pain 15:27: What we think about people changes what we think about them 24:46:…

Success is often defined as failing forward and not losing motivation. In this episode, we explore what it looks like to develop a resilient mindset Alex Haydock-Wilson is a British track and field athlete. In 2023, he became British 400 metres champion. He was chosen to represent Great Britain at the 2023 World Athletics Championships in Budapest …

Kenny Imafidon is an entrepreneur, author, and social commentator When he was arrested for a crime he didn't commit Kenny faced a minimum of thirty years behind bars – longer than the life he had lived. In this podcast, we talk about his transformative time in prison, and the people and conversations that took him from being on trial for murder int…

According to Oxford, trust in the news has fallen across Europe and the proportion of people who say they avoid news has increased sharply across countries. Why don't we trust the news and what can we do about it? Jodie is the founder of the News Literacy Lab, author of “You Are What You Read: why changing your media diet can change the world” and …

The average person will spend 90,000 hours at work over a lifetime. How can you make all those hours count? One of the world’s leading business thinkers, Dr. David Burkus’ forward-thinking ideas and bestselling books are helping leaders build their best team ever. He is the bestselling author of four books about business and leadership. His books h…

It's never been more critical to have control of your money. Many people live paycheck to paycheck and are one bad month away from financial ruinThis week I'm joined by Personal Finance Creator and Public Speaker, Kia Commodore to talk all things money! We delve into her personal journey, saving and making money. She even takes on Chat-GPT by answe…

Could you imagine running 17 marathons? Think about how it would change you and who you would become. In this episode, M.T. is joined by Emmanuel Ovola, Physiotherapist and Nike Running Coach. Through his work with Nike, he has helped thousands of people as a running coach through the Nike Run Club App. Emmanuel also creates content on social media…

In this short episode, M.T. explains what you can expect from this new season! ___ Like what you watched? Click here to join our community for free - https://csnetwork.substack.com/

Calvin Robinson is a British conservative political commentator, writer, and broadcaster. Calvin is known for speaking out on social issues and is a host on GB NEWS In this episode we talk about Gay Marriage, His ministry and misconceptions people have about him Time stamps 00:00 Intro 02:42 There seems to be an anti-truth movement and we need peop…

Courtney Daniella Boateng is a content creator, digital entrepreneur, and community builder. She is the co-founder of To My Sisters, one of the fastest-growing women's development communities, and is the Founder of CDB London, an e-commerce brand focusing on making hair and beauty 'easy' for everyday women. Courtney is known for her transparency an…

In the next 3 years, these three major countries will ask the people the same important question, who do you want your next leader to be? The answer to these questions will change the look and feel of these countries for years to come. In this podcast, Mike breaks down the US and UK Elections Time stamps 00:00 Intro 02:37 Thank you 04:19 The United…

Stephanie practised as a private wealth lawyer in the City for a decade before launching the Good Ancestor Movement. She spent a decade advising millionaires and billionaires on how to avoid taxes and then in a dramatic turn, she is one of the leaders in a movement helping them give away money. Time stamps 00:00 Intro 02:16 How did you get into wha…

Rory Sutherland the Vice Chairman of Ogilvy, a senior advertising executive, and a man that knows how ideas win. He’s a columnist, an innovator and a trailblazer in the world of marketing and advertising. In this podcast, we tackle ideas and how they shape us Time stamps 00:00 Intro 02:30 How would you describe the work you do 04:34 Uber did someth…

Renee Kapuku graduated first from Oxford, then Harvard and has now been building one of the fastest-growing women’s development communities in the UK. She is a creative entrepreneur, speaker and content creator. In this podcast we tackle personal growth, building a business with a friend how to ensure you can thrive for longer. Time stamps 03:38 Wh…

Everyone has an opinion on Prince Harry and Meghan Markle however how much of it is based on the media and much is based on the truth? In this episode, I'm joined by Omid Scobie, the London-based journalist, author, and royal executive editor Omid Scobie. His New York Times bestselling biography on the Duke and Duchess of Sussex, Finding Freedom, i…

Are you looking for a way to catch up on some of the biggest political developments in 2022? Look no further! Our end-of-2022 review podcast is the perfect way to catch up on all the political news you may have missed. In this podcast, Mike and Yeni will break down the biggest stories and events of the year, offering in-depth analysis and some insi…

Sickle cell disease is the fastest growing genetic disorder in the UK - mostly affecting people of Black heritage – and we urgently need more blood donors from Black communities to come forward as they are more likely to have the blood type vital to treat this disorder. I caught up with Bukky Bolarinwa who is the founder of Haima Health, their slog…

For the last five years’ core homelessness has been rising year on year in England, reaching a peak just before the pandemic when the number of homeless households jumped from 207,600 to 227,000. Why is this and how can we address it? Billy chip is an alternative currency for the homeless which allows the public to directly donate to rough sleepers…

What does it take to build a successful startup? To bring ideas into reality, to raise money, and bring people along? Ayotunde is the founder of JENDAYA a luxury fashion marketplace where consumers living across the globe with a deep appreciation for the richness of our African culture could enjoy a curated shopping experience. In this podcast, we …

In this special episode, M.T. answers questions from our viewers and listeners! We talk about all things from Kwasi Kwateng to Polymathy and the war in Ukraine. This is a really interesting episode you don't want to miss. M.T. is also joined by Marcel Brown on his first Common Sense Pod appearance. Questions Do you think we’re moving backwards or f…

Mike is joined by Personal Development writer and content creator David Elikwu as they talk all things self-improvement, from desk setups to building discipline and following your passion. 01:10 Who are you 03:20 'What is the knowledge and how would you describe the community 04:43 Productivity isn't about working all the time 06:54 Let's talk abou…

Forty percent of people over the age of 65  in the UK say their TV is their main form of company. Ten percent of general doctor’s appointments in the UK are made by an older person with no condition other than loneliness. Here in the US, the statistics aren’t any better—nearly half of Americans feel alone, young adults most of all. Makes you want t…

The last two years have been an interesting ride. We are making big changes to the podcast and in the episode, M.T. Omoniyi explains why! ____

Only 0.2% of journalists in the UK are black. That’s not just a shame, it's a disaster. In this episode, M.T. is joined by trailblazer and journalist Afua Acheampong-Hagan as they discuss why there are so few black journalists in the UK. 00:00 Intro 1:19 Meeting at yang tv 3:09 Where are all the black journalists 8:00 How have you got to where you’…

This is a story that matters! In this episode, M.T. is joined by Reggie Nelson who went virial years ago because he was knocking on the doors of the wealthy in London after his dad died to get advice on how to turn his life around. Many know what he did but don't know the story behind what he did or what's happened since! He has a new book out: htt…

The Podcast is back and this week, Yeni takes over taking M.T. on a trip down memory lane. We explore the journey of the network so far and exciting things coming up in this next iteration. 00:00 Intro 01:45 Do you know what you are? 03:37 How The Common Sense Network began 07:20 We have a new space, Common Sense Studios 13:23 I can judge you based…

M.T. is joined by New York Times best-selling Author Kenneth Cukier to discuss how the war in Ukraine might reach its end. Kenneth Cukier is deputy executive editor at The Economist. He is the coauthor of the New York Times Bestselling book “Big Data” with Viktor Mayer-Schönberger, which was translated into over 20 languages. Previously Kenn was th…

Lord Hastings is a Common Sense Pod favourite. In this episode, he shares intimately about how he organises and balances passions in his life. He talks about leadership and how we deliver systems change in the UK. We also rank and rate political leaders around the world Topics What is leadership? The Conflict in Ukraine Rating the leadership of lea…

In this honest and raw episode, M.T. Omoniyi is joined by a friend of the Common Sense Podcast, Disunomics. Topics Conflict in Ukraine Racism In Ukraine Growing up Black in the UK Working with the Police How to keep your integrity Speaking to people who don't look like you Twitter debates Treatment of black people in the media #DISUNOMICS is a very…

M.T. takes questions from listeners of #CommonSensePodcast on the topic of Russia and Ukraine. The conflict has rightly dominated news cycles over the last few days, however, many may still be curious about the different moving parts and motivations. Topics - Is this the second cold war? - The treatment of black people in Ukraine - Why is President…

M.T. is joined by Dr Christian Busch, the Director of the Global Economy Program at New York University. In this episode, they talk about creating your own luck as you navigate through life and much more Christian teaches on purpose-driven leadership, entrepreneurship, emerging markets, and (social) innovation at NYU and at the London School of Eco…

M.T. challenges Lord Michael Hastings on UK politicians and corruption, the royal family and also the climate emergency. Lord Hastings is the former global head of corporate citizenship for KPMG International. He was previously the BBC's head of public affairs and then the first head of corporate responsibility (2003–06). He was the second chancell…

In this weeks episode, we take a look at British democracy and the death of Sir David Amess MP. On 15 October 2021, Amess was stabbed multiple times while holding a constituency surgery in Leigh-on-Sea. He died at the scene. Ali Harbi Ali, a British citizen of Somali heritage, was arrested at the scene on suspicion of murder and has since been deta…

M.T. is joined by fitness influencer and bodybuilder Lex Fitness, in this episode they talk, COVID, getting fit after lockdown and their fitness journeys. Join the conversation online using the hashtag #CommonSensePod

In this episode, Mike takes questions from our podcast community! Every few episodes we will have episodes like this. Micheal will take your questions. If you would like your questions to be considered for the next Q&A episode then send them over to hello@tcsnetwork.co.uk

In this episode Mike and Zuby tackle politics, transgenderism in sport, music, racism and the queen and more. The conversation was wide-ranging and very insightful. Join the conversation online #CommonSensePod

With the chaos ongoing in Afghanistan right now, one cannot help but wonder how we ended up in this position? It might not be a shock to many that the Taliban, after the western capitulation, retook the reigns again, however, what is shocking is how fast they were able to take over the country. While people can blame President Joe Biden for the U.S…

As the world begins its slow pivot from managing the COVID-19 crisis to recovery and the reopening of economies, it’s clear that the period of lockdown has had a profound impact on how people live. In this episode, M.T. is joined by entrepreneur David Elikwu as they discuss all the ways COVID has changed the world. Join the conversation online #Com…

In this episode, M.T. talks all things social media with the Managing Director of Reeve Social, a Social Media agency based in Norwich. Join the conversation online using the hashtag #CommonSensePod

M.T. is joined by Common Sense Political editor Sithokozile Thabethe as they discuss Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie's latest essay. On Tuesday, June 15, Nigerian author Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie published a three-part essay on her website titled “It Is Obscene”. The essay started with personal anecdotes about two unnamed former students, who had criticise…

Is the Left trying to control people? In this episode, M.T. is joined by Political Adviser, Broadcaster and commentator Calvin Robinson as they discuss Structural and institutional racism, the future of culture wars and so much more! Join the conversation online using the hashtag #CommonSensePod

Last week saw the Labour party in crisis. The party lost control of several councils and suffered defeat to the Tories in the Hartlepool by-election. Many are calling for the Labour party to begin a search for its soul. On This episode, M.T. is joined my commentator and podcaster DISUNOMICS as they try to make sense of what the next steps may be fo…

In this episode M.T. Is joined my podcaster, Chris Williamson. They talk about maintaining authenticity as you navigate an increasingly complex world! They discuss productivity, personal development and politics. Join in the conversation using the hashtag #CommonSensePod

M.T. is joined by award-winning poet, rapper, author and podcaster Nego True as they discuss the weeks biggest news and creativity. You can join the conversation using the hashtag #LTCS

A long-awaited report commissioned in the wake of the Black Lives Matter movement has concluded, controversially, that there is no evidence of “institutional racism” in the UK. While the study, led by Dr Tony Sewell, chair of the Commission on Race and Ethnic disparities, found there was evidence that “overt” prejudice exists, it ruled that there w…

In this episode, Mike is joined by political commentator DISUNOMICS as they look at the Governments vaccine roll-out programme, Black conservatism and Labour leadership #LTCS