We're back this week with another episode of the new season taken from the MLI JAM Radio Show which broadcasts at Thursdays 7-10PM on colourfulradio.com which means that the podcast is BACK every week too! Just like before, here we bring you the bitesize debate section of the radio show welcoming our roster of inspiring guests sharing their life journeys and debating hot topics with us from a social distance. This week we chat to Bethanie Gbocho (Uni student and former Impact member) about youth pressures - particularly in the wake of the untimely passing of Jeremy Wisten's (a young Man City player who took his life after being released from Man City academy). Host: Hakeem Onibudo |  Guest: Bethanie Gbocho | Producer: Paige Jarrett |  | About Hakeem: An influential force in the international dance community and accomplished artistic director, choreographer and founder of IMPACT DANCE, Hakeem Onibudo aka Mr Impact hosts a weekly Thursday evening show on multi-award-winning Colourful Radio. | Hakeem's portfolio includes work for organisations such as The Royal Ballet School, The Royal Opera House, the BBC and Nickelodeon and Hakeem recently received the CHANGEMAKERS award from Arts Council England, which allows him to lead on a number of projects at The Place. | Beyond his work in the dance community, Hakeem is an experienced and professional event host who regularly presents and entertains on high profile London events including red carpet film premieres. His clients include Paramount Pictures, Sony Pictures, Walt Disney and Warner Brothers. |  Copyright Disclaimer: This podcast episode is a snippet from an original broadcast featured on Colourful Radio. The use of any and all music featured within this broadcast is fully permitted by the original copyright owners and licensed for use by Colourful Radio and its subsidiary channels such as this, the Motivate Lead Inspire Podcast. | Each recording is the copyright property of its owner. |  Recordings:This recording does not intend to infringe on any copyright laws in any way. This has been created for the sole purpose of entertainment; no profits are being made from this. It is the copyrighted property of its rights. .  Beyond his work in the dance community, Hakeem is an experienced and professional event host who regularly presents and entertains on high profile London events including red carpet film premieres. His clients include Paramount Pictures, Sony Pictures, Walt Disney and Warner Brothers. 

We're BACK in the studio, Thursdays 7-10pm broadcasting the MLI JAM Radio Show on colourfulradio.com which means that the podcast is BACK every week too! Just like before, here we bring you the bitesize debate section of the radio show welcoming our roster of inspiring guests sharing their life journeys and debating hot topics with us from a social distance. This week we chat to creative Dionne Reid who talks about her music career, positivity and how she's getting through the pandemic. Host: Hakeem Onibudo |  Guest: Dionne Reid | Producer: Paige Jarrett |  | About Hakeem: An influential force in the international dance community and accomplished artistic director, choreographer and founder of IMPACT DANCE, Hakeem Onibudo aka Mr Impact hosts a weekly Thursday evening show on multi-award-winning Colourful Radio. | Hakeem's portfolio includes work for organisations such as The Royal Ballet School, The Royal Opera House, the BBC and Nickelodeon and Hakeem recently received the CHANGEMAKERS award from Arts Council England, which allows him to lead on a number of projects at The Place. | Beyond his work in the dance community, Hakeem is an experienced and professional event host who regularly presents and entertains on high profile London events including red carpet film premieres. His clients include Paramount Pictures, Sony Pictures, Walt Disney and Warner Brothers. |  Copyright Disclaimer: This podcast episode is a snippet from an original broadcast featured on Colourful Radio. The use of any and all music featured within this broadcast is fully permitted by the original copyright owners and licensed for use by Colourful Radio and its subsidiary channels such as this, the Motivate Lead Inspire Podcast. | Each recording is the copyright property of its owner. |  Recordings:This recording does not intend to infringe on any copyright laws in any way. This has been created for the sole purpose of entertainment; no profits are being made from this. It is the copyrighted property of its rights. .  Beyond his work in the dance community, Hakeem is an experienced and professional event host who regularly presents and entertains on high profile London events including red carpet film premieres. His clients include Paramount Pictures, Sony Pictures, Walt Disney and Warner Brothers.  .  Copyright Disclaimer:  This podcast episode is a snippet from an original broadcast featured on Colourful Radio. The use of any and all music featured within this broadcast is fully permitted by the original copyright owners and licensed for use by Colourful Radio and its subsidiary channels such as this, the Motivate Lead Inspire Podcast.

The Motivate Lead Inspire Podcast | #20 Tips From A Dance Industry Mentor: Memories, Motivation, My Mistakes & More! |  I recently celebrated a milestone birthday... and as a big advocate of looking back and appreciating our life's journey, I invited my friends to share memories of me. Well, safe to say I was pleasantly surprised! Dancer friends, old students, school friends, new friends. A huge thank you for the over 650 of you who took the time to share a memory or simply wish me a happy birthday. It was immense and I learned something on my 50th Birthday - I learned that I have been blessed with a gift to connect people and make people feel good about themselves. I don't always get it right, but the intention is to do GOOD. Here's just a little snippet of the memories that came rolling in, the good the bad and the downright hilarious, haha. |  Host: Hakeem Onibudo |  Comments by the following friends:Adele Watts Michelle Vellacott Orley Quick Emma Risbrough Hayley Feehan (S/O) Fusions Elite (S/O) Garry Scott James Lion Nessa (Vanessa Kusah) Jamie Davies Jussie La Mode (Justine) Ricky Boon PT Mariam Hassan Florenz Wayans Carmel Morrissey Walter Ruva (Uganda) Danni Nash Gemma Hoddy DJ Jim Wood Rebecca Louise Duffy Sara de Greef Nat Clark Ernest K Pacha Sinead Stanislas Azariah Richmond |  | About Hakeem: An influential force in the international dance community and accomplished artistic director, choreographer and founder of IMPACT DANCE, Hakeem Onibudo aka Mr Impact hosts a weekly Thursday evening show on multi-award-winning Colourful Radio. | Hakeem's portfolio includes work for organisations such as The Royal Ballet School, The Royal Opera House, the BBC and Nickelodeon and Hakeem recently received the CHANGEMAKERS award from Arts Council England, which allows him to lead on a number of projects at The Place. | Beyond his work in the dance community, Hakeem is an experienced and professional event host who regularly presents and entertains on high profile London events including red carpet film premieres. His clients include Paramount Pictures, Sony Pictures, Walt Disney and Warner Brothers. |  Copyright Disclaimer: This podcast episode is a snippet from an original broadcast featured on Colourful Radio. The use of any and all music featured within this broadcast is fully permitted by the original copyright owners and licensed for use by Colourful Radio and its subsidiary channels such as this, the Motivate Lead Inspire Podcast. | Each recording is the copyright property of its owner. |  Recordings:This recording does not intend to infringe on any copyright laws in any way. This has been created for the sole purpose of entertainment; no profits are being made from this. It is the copyrighted property of its rights.

The Motivate Lead Inspire Podcast | #19 (Part 2) Compassion vs. Coddling. Mental Health: Knowing When to Lead and When to ListenHost: Hakeem Onibudo |  Episode Guests: Eliza Hagan | Producer: Paige Jarrett |  How do leaders like myself differentiate the fine line between showing compassion or simply coddling a mentee? In this week's episode I talk to my former Chelsea Academy student and current Cambridge University student, Eliza, about her personal experiences with mental health struggles and whether the support that's available for both young people and adults is sufficient.  The Motivate Lead Inspire 'MLI Jam' Hakeem Onibudo Radio Show |  This Motive Lead Inspire podcast episode is the debate section of the popular radio broadcast, The Hakeem Onibudo Show #MLIJAM, live on Colourful Radio every Thursday 7pm-10pm. The Colourful Radio show can be heard on the Colourful Radio Network across the UK on TuneIn, and on connected devices. Head over to colourfulradio.com to listen back to the full show for even more colourful conversation along with Mr Impact’s music mixes.  .  About Hakeem |  An influential Force in the international dance community and accomplished artistic director, choreographer and founder of IMPACT DANCE, Hakeem Onibudo aka Mr Impact hosts a weekly Thursday evening show on multi-award-winning Colourful Radio. .  Hakeem's portfolio includes work for organisations such as The Royal Ballet School, The Royal Opera House, the BBC and Nickelodeon and Hakeem recently received the CHANGEMAKERS award from Arts Council England, which allows him to lead on a number of projects at The Place.  .  Beyond his work in the dance community, Hakeem is an experienced and professional event host who regularly presents and entertains on high profile London events including red carpet film premieres. His clients include Paramount Pictures, Sony Pictures, Walt Disney and Warner Brothers.  .  Copyright Disclaimer .This podcast episode is a snippet from an original broadcast featured on Colourful Radio. The use of any and all music featured within this broadcast is fully permitted by the original copyright owners and licensed for use by Colourful Radio and its subsidiary channels such as this, the Motivate Lead Inspire Podcast.. Each recording is the copyright property of its owner.  . Recordings: This recording does not intend to infringe on any copyright laws in any way. This has been created for the sole purpose of entertainment; no profits are being made from this. It is the copyrighted property of its rights.

The Motivate Lead Inspire Podcast | #18 (Part 1) 'I'm 19 and it's only last year I figured out what a credit score was!' Host: Hakeem Onibudo |  Episode Guests: Eliza Hagan | Producer: Paige Jarrett |  The Motivate Lead Inspire 'MLI Jam' Hakeem Onibudo Radio Show |  This Motive Lead Inspire podcast episode is the debate section of the popular radio broadcast, The Hakeem Onibudo Show #MLIJAM, live on Colourful Radio every Thursday 7pm-10pm. The Colourful Radio show can be heard on the Colourful Radio Network across the UK on TuneIn, and on connected devices. Head over to colourfulradio.com to listen back to the full show for even more colourful conversation along with Mr Impact’s music mixes.  .  About Hakeem |  An influential Force in the international dance community and accomplished artistic director, choreographer and founder of IMPACT DANCE, Hakeem Onibudo aka Mr Impact hosts a weekly Thursday evening show on multi-award-winning Colourful Radio. .  Hakeem's portfolio includes work for organisations such as The Royal Ballet School, The Royal Opera House, the BBC and Nickelodeon and Hakeem recently received the CHANGEMAKERS award from Arts Council England, which allows him to lead on a number of projects at The Place.  .  Beyond his work in the dance community, Hakeem is an experienced and professional event host who regularly presents and entertains on high profile London events including red carpet film premieres. His clients include Paramount Pictures, Sony Pictures, Walt Disney and Warner Brothers.  .  Copyright Disclaimer  This podcast episode is a snippet from an original broadcast featured on Colourful Radio. The use of any and all music featured within this broadcast is fully permitted by the original copyright owners and licensed for use by Colourful Radio and its subsidiary channels such as this, the Motivate Lead Inspire Podcast.

The Motivate Lead Inspire Podcast | #17 Living Your Best Life or Being Provocative? Debate |  I continue my chat with IMPACT Dancer Bethanie Gbocho and Producer Paigey, moving on to discuss the struggles that young black women in London face. In this section of the conversation we discuss the balance between living your best life and being provocative when you are out on a social and the attention you bring to yourself. |  Host: Hakeem Onibudo |  Episode Guests: Bethanie Gbocho, Paige Jarrett |  The Motivate Lead Inspire 'MLI Jam' Hakeem Onibudo Radio Show |  This Motive Lead Inspire podcast episode is the debate section of the popular radio broadcast, The Hakeem Onibudo Show #MLIJAM, live on Colourful Radio every Thursday 7pm-10pm. The Colourful Radio show can be heard on the Colourful Radio Network across the UK on TuneIn, and on connected devices. Head over to colourfulradio.com to listen back to the full show for even more colourful conversation along with Mr Impact’s music mixes.  .  About Hakeem |  An influential Force in the international dance community and accomplished artistic director, choreographer and founder of IMPACT DANCE, Hakeem Onibudo aka Mr Impact hosts a weekly Thursday evening show on multi-award-winning Colourful Radio. .  Hakeem's portfolio includes work for organisations such as The Royal Ballet School, The Royal Opera House, the BBC and Nickelodeon and Hakeem recently received the CHANGEMAKERS award from Arts Council England, which allows him to lead on a number of projects at The Place.  .  Beyond his work in the dance community, Hakeem is an experienced and professional event host who regularly presents and entertains on high profile London events including red carpet film premieres. His clients include Paramount Pictures, Sony Pictures, Walt Disney and Warner Brothers.  .  Copyright Disclaimer  This podcast episode is a snippet from an original broadcast featured on Colourful Radio. The use of any and all music featured within this broadcast is fully permitted by the original copyright owners and licensed for use by Colourful Radio and its subsidiary channels such as this, the Motivate Lead Inspire Podcast.

The Motivate Lead Inspire Podcast | #16 Look for a Company Like IMPACT |  .  Episode Guests: Bethanie Gbocho, Paige Jarrett  .  The Motivate Lead Inspire 'MLI Jam' Hakeem Onibudo Radio Show | This Motive Lead Inspire podcast episode is the debate section of the popular radio broadcast, The Hakeem Onibudo Show #MLIJAM, live on Colourful Radio every Thursday 7pm-10pm. The Colourful Radio show can be heard on the Colourful Radio Network across the UK on TuneIn, and on connected devices. Head over to colourfulradio.com to listen back to the full show for even more colourful conversation along with Mr Impact’s music mixes.  .  About Hakeem |  An influential Force in the international dance community and accomplished artistic director, choreographer and founder of IMPACT DANCE, Hakeem Onibudo aka Mr Impact hosts a weekly Thursday evening show on multi-award-winning Colourful Radio. .  Hakeem's portfolio includes work for organisations such as The Royal Ballet School, The Royal Opera House, the BBC and Nickelodeon and Hakeem recently received the CHANGEMAKERS award from Arts Council England, which allows him to lead on a number of projects at The Place.  .  Beyond his work in the dance community, Hakeem is an experienced and professional event host who regularly presents and entertains on high profile London events including red carpet film premieres. His clients include Paramount Pictures, Sony Pictures, Walt Disney and Warner Brothers.  .  Copyright Disclaimer This podcast episode is a snippet from an original broadcast featured on Colourful Radio. The use of any and all music featured within this broadcast is fully permitted by the original copyright owners and licensed for use by Colourful Radio and its subsidiary channels such as this, the Motivate Lead Inspire Podcast.

The Motivate Lead Inspire Podcast  #15 Spotlight On: Sir Ashley J (Part 2) - Special Feature Talking All Things Dance and Career Episode Guests: Sir Ashley JTokunbo Agboluaje In this episode we're continuing last week's chat with actor, presenter and writer Ashley Joseph, aka Sir Ashley J. This week we talk about whether it's important to LOOK successful and what's next for his career. Ashley's TV and Film credits include: Al Cowlings in Nicole and OJ, All About the McKenzies (ITV2), Laur and Disorder (Masked Pony Productions), Lenny Henry’s Funny Black Singles (Leopard Films, BBC Comedy), EastEnders (BBC) and Strapped (Central Films). Ashley stars as Jared in the first black British animated series Jojo & Gran Gran, currently broadcasting on CBeebies and BBC iPlayer. Presenting credits include:Saudia Arabia Formula E Concerts and Dubai Music Week (Live Nation), Latitude Festival, MTV Base, and BBC’s Radio1 Hackney Weekend Festival. He is also the presenter and co-creator of the improvised comedy show, ACTing Up!  The Motivate Lead Inspire 'MLI Jam' Hakeem Onibudo Radio ShowThis Motive Lead Inspire podcast episode is the debate section of the popular radio broadcast, The Hakeem Onibudo Show #MLIJAM, live on Colourful Radio every Thursday 7pm-10pm. The Colourful Radio show can be heard on the Colourful Radio Network across the UK on TuneIn, and on connected devices. Head over to colourfulradio.com to listen back to the full show for even more colourful conversation along with Mr Impact’s music mixes.  About HakeemAn influential Force in the international dance community and accomplished artistic director, choreographer and founder of IMPACT DANCE, Hakeem Onibudo aka Mr Impact hosts a weekly Thursday evening show on multi-award-winning Colourful Radio. Hakeem's portfolio includes work for organisations such as The Royal Ballet School, The Royal Opera House, the BBC and Nickelodeon and Hakeem recently received the CHANGEMAKERS award from Arts Council England, which allows him to lead on a number of projects at The Place.  Beyond his work in the dance community, Hakeem is an experienced and professional event host who regularly presents and entertains on high profile London events including red carpet film premieres. His clients include Paramount Pictures, Sony Pictures, Walt Disney and Warner Brothers. Copyright DisclaimerThis podcast episode is a snippet from an original broadcast featured on Colourful Radio. The use of any and all music featured within this broadcast is fully permitted by the original copyright owners and licensed for use by Colourful Radio and its subsidiary channels such as this, the Motivate Lead Inspire Podcast.

The Motivate Lead Inspire Podcast  #14 Spotlight On: Sir Ashley J (Part 1) - Special Feature Talking All Things Dance and Career Episode Guests: Sir Ashley J In this episode we're shining a spotlight on actor, presenter and writer Ashley Joseph, aka Sir Ashley J, as I get talking to him about his impressive career and all things dance. Ashley's TV and Film credits include: Al Cowlings in Nicole and OJ, All About the McKenzies (ITV2), Laur and Disorder (Masked Pony Productions), Lenny Henry’s Funny Black Singles (Leopard Films, BBC Comedy), EastEnders (BBC) and Strapped (Central Films). Ashley stars as Jared in the first black British animated series Jojo & Gran Gran, currently broadcasting on CBeebies and BBC iPlayer. Presenting credits include:Saudia Arabia Formula E Concerts and Dubai Music Week (Live Nation), Latitude Festival, MTV Base, and BBC’s Radio1 Hackney Weekend Festival. He is also the presenter and co-creator of the improvised comedy show, ACTing Up!  The Motivate Lead Inspire 'MLI Jam' Hakeem Onibudo Radio ShowThis Motive Lead Inspire podcast episode is the debate section of the popular radio broadcast, The Hakeem Onibudo Show #MLIJAM, live on Colourful Radio every Thursday 7pm-10pm. The Colourful Radio show can be heard on the Colourful Radio Network across the UK on TuneIn, and on connected devices. Head over to colourfulradio.com to listen back to the full show for even more colourful conversation along with Mr Impact’s music mixes.  About HakeemAn influential Force in the international dance community and accomplished artistic director, choreographer and founder of IMPACT DANCE, Hakeem Onibudo aka Mr Impact hosts a weekly Thursday evening show on multi-award-winning Colourful Radio. Hakeem's portfolio includes work for organisations such as The Royal Ballet School, The Royal Opera House, the BBC and Nickelodeon and Hakeem recently received the CHANGEMAKERS award from Arts Council England, which allows him to lead on a number of projects at The Place.  Beyond his work in the dance community, Hakeem is an experienced and professional event host who regularly presents and entertains on high profile London events including red carpet film premieres. His clients include Paramount Pictures, Sony Pictures, Walt Disney and Warner Brothers. Copyright DisclaimerThis podcast episode is a snippet from an original broadcast featured on Colourful Radio. The use of any and all music featured within this broadcast is fully permitted by the original copyright owners and licensed for use by Colourful Radio and its subsidiary channels such as this, the Motivate Lead Inspire Podcast.

The Motivate Lead Inspire Podcast  Episode #13 - Is Dance A Viable Career? Episode Guests: Ciar WildMyla NewellSharlene CarterNana P (Co-Host) In this episode we discuss whether dance is a viable career to aim for or whether it's really only the lucky few that get their 'big break' and so is best kept as a hobby, realistically... The Motivate Lead Inspire 'MLI Jam' Hakeem Onibudo Radio ShowThis Motive Lead Inspire podcast episode is the debate section of the popular radio broadcast, The Hakeem Onibudo Show #MLIJAM, live on Colourful Radio every Thursday 7pm-10pm. The Colourful Radio show can be heard on the Colourful Radio Network across the UK on TuneIn, and on connected devices. Head over to colourfulradio.com to listen back to the full show for even more colourful conversation along with Mr Impact’s music mixes.  About HakeemAn influential Force in the international dance community and accomplished artistic director, choreographer and founder of IMPACT DANCE, Hakeem Onibudo aka Mr Impact hosts a weekly Thursday evening show on multi-award-winning Colourful Radio. Hakeem's portfolio includes work for organisations such as The Royal Ballet School, The Royal Opera House, the BBC and Nickelodeon and Hakeem recently received the CHANGEMAKERS award from Arts Council England, which allows him to lead on a number of projects at The Place.  Beyond his work in the dance community, Hakeem is an experienced and professional event host who regularly presents and entertains on high profile London events including red carpet film premieres. His clients include Paramount Pictures, Sony Pictures, Walt Disney and Warner Brothers. Copyright Disclaimer This podcast episode is a snippet from an original broadcast featured on Colourful Radio. The use of any and all music featured within this broadcast is fully permitted by the original copyright owners and licensed for use by Colourful Radio and its subsidiary channels such as this, the Motivate Lead Inspire Podcast.

The Motivate Lead Inspire Podcast  Episode #12 - 'As a parent... I know what my own child is capable of!' Episode Guests: Andrea Queens -  Performer, Creative, Founder and Director of AQ Arts London Tyra Egbri - Impact Dance Youth MemberNana P (Co-Host) In this episode we sit down to discuss parental pressure and to debate whether a parent can really know what their child is capable of achieving better than the child themself?! Join the ConversationRemember, after each show we’re continuing the conversation over on Facebook where we share helpful links and free resources to motivate, lead and inspire you facebook.com/HakeemMrImpact.  This Motive Lead Inspire podcast episode is the debate section of the popular radio broadcast, The Hakeem Onibudo Show #MLIJAM, live on Colourful Radio every Thursday 7pm-10pm. The Colourful Radio show can be heard on the Colourful Radio Network across the UK on TuneIn, and on connected devices. Head over to colourfulradio.com to listen back to the full show for even more colourful conversation along with Mr Impact’s music mixes.  About HakeemAn influential Force in the international dance community and accomplished artistic director, choreographer and founder of IMPACT DANCE, Hakeem Onibudo aka Mr Impact hosts a weekly Thursday evening show on multi-award-winning Colourful Radio. Hakeem's portfolio includes work for organisations such as The Royal Ballet School, The Royal Opera House, the BBC and Nickelodeon and Hakeem recently received the CHANGEMAKERS award from Arts Council England, which allows him to lead on a number of projects at The Place.  Beyond his work in the dance community, Hakeem is an experienced and professional event host who regularly presents and entertains on high profile London events including red carpet film premieres. His clients include Paramount Pictures, Sony Pictures, Walt Disney and Warner Brothers. Copyright Disclaimer This podcast episode is a snippet from an original broadcast featured on Colourful Radio. The use of any and all music featured within this broadcast is fully permitted by the original copyright owners and licensed for use by Colourful Radio and its subsidiary channels such as this, the Motivate Lead Inspire Podcast.

The Motivate Lead Inspire Podcast  Episode #11 - Collaboration, Class and Prime Minister for the Day... Episode Guest: Reece McMahon, Arts Producer  With:Paige Jarrett (Co-Producer)Nana Asante (Co-Host) In this episode we discuss integrity in the arts and ask if there's a time to pick pay cheque over passion. We also ask, 'What class do you consider yourself?' and, 'What would you do if you were prime minister for the week?'. Join the ConversationRemember, after each show we’re continuing the conversation over on Facebook where we share helpful links and free resources to motivate, lead and inspire you facebook.com/HakeemMrImpact.  This Motive Lead Inspire podcast episode is the debate section of the popular radio broadcast, The Hakeem Onibudo Show #MLIJAM, live on Colourful Radio every Thursday 7pm-10pm. The Colourful Radio show can be heard on the Colourful Radio Network across the UK on TuneIn, and on connected devices. Head over to colourfulradio.com to listen back to the full show for even more colourful conversation along with Mr Impact’s music mixes.  About HakeemAn influential Force in the international dance community and accomplished artistic director, choreographer and founder of IMPACT DANCE, Hakeem Onibudo aka Mr Impact hosts a weekly Thursday evening show on multi-award-winning Colourful Radio. Hakeem's portfolio includes work for organisations such as The Royal Ballet School, The Royal Opera House, the BBC and Nickelodeon and Hakeem recently received the CHANGEMAKERS award from Arts Council England, which allows him to lead on a number of projects at The Place.  Beyond his work in the dance community, Hakeem is an experienced and professional event host who regularly presents and entertains on high profile London events including red carpet film premieres. His clients include Paramount Pictures, Sony Pictures, Walt Disney and Warner Brothers. Copyright Disclaimer This podcast episode is a snippet from an original broadcast featured on Colourful Radio. The use of any and all music featured within this broadcast is fully permitted by the original copyright owners and licensed for use by Colourful Radio and its subsidiary channels such as this, the Motivate Lead Inspire Podcast.

The Motivate Lead Inspire Podcast  Episode #10 - What is a producer? And... It's not anyone else's place to tell a young person what they can or can't do. Episode Guests: Reece McMahonPaige Jarrett (Co-Producer)Nana Asante (Co-Host) In this episode we discuss whether it's anyone's place to tell a young person what they can and can't do. Do you people need to be guided or should they be free to make their own decisions? We also cover exactly what a producer does within the creative industry; a lot of of us have heard this term but couldn't actually say what a producer handles so we shed light on the role a producer brings to the table.  Join the ConversationRemember, after each show we’re continuing the conversation over on Facebook where we share helpful links and free resources to motivate, lead and inspire you facebook.com/HakeemMrImpact.  This Motive Lead Inspire podcast episode is the debate section of the popular radio broadcast, The Hakeem Onibudo Show #MLIJAM, live on Colourful Radio every Thursday 7pm-10pm. The Colourful Radio show can be heard on the Colourful Radio Network across the UK on TuneIn, and on connected devices. Head over to colourfulradio.com to listen back to the full show for even more colourful conversation along with Mr Impact’s music mixes.  About HakeemAn influential Force in the international dance community and accomplished artistic director, choreographer and founder of IMPACT DANCE, Hakeem Onibudo aka Mr Impact hosts a weekly Thursday evening show on multi-award-winning Colourful Radio. Hakeem's portfolio includes work for organisations such as The Royal Ballet School, The Royal Opera House, the BBC and Nickelodeon and Hakeem recently received the CHANGEMAKERS award from Arts Council England, which allows him to lead on a number of projects at The Place.  Beyond his work in the dance community, Hakeem is an experienced and professional event host who regularly presents and entertains on high profile London events including red carpet film premieres. His clients include Paramount Pictures, Sony Pictures, Walt Disney and Warner Brothers. Copyright Disclaimer This podcast episode is a snippet from an original broadcast featured on Colourful Radio. The use of any and all music featured within this broadcast is fully permitted by the original copyright owners and licensed for use by Colourful Radio and its subsidiary channels such as this, the Motivate Lead Inspire Podcast.

The Motivate Lead Inspire Podcast  Episode #9 - What is an EXPERT? Because for me... an X is a HAS BEEN and a SPURT is a DRIP under pressure...  Episode Guest:Jade Fraser - Marketing Consultant (Freelance) In this episode we discuss what makes someone an expert in their field? Join the ConversationRemember, after each show we’re continuing the conversation over on Facebook where we discuss each post and also share helpful links and free resources to motivate, lead and inspire you facebook.com/HakeemMrImpact. Let us know your comments on today's topic under the Episode 9 post on the Facebook page: facebook.com/HakeemMrImpact This Motive Lead Inspire podcast episode is the debate section of the popular radio broadcast, The Hakeem Onibudo Show #MLIJAM, live on Colourful Radio every Thursday 7pm-10pm. The Colourful Radio show can be heard on the Colourful Radio Network across the UK on TuneIn, and on connected devices. Head over to colourfulradio.com to listen back to the full show for even more colourful conversation along with Mr Impact’s music mixes.  About HakeemAn influential Force in the international dance community and accomplished artistic director, choreographer and founder of IMPACT DANCE, Hakeem Onibudo aka Mr Impact hosts a weekly Thursday evening show on multi-award-winning Colourful Radio. Hakeem's portfolio includes work for organisations such as the The Royal Ballet School, The Royal Opera House, the BBC and Nickelodeon and Hakeem recently received the CHANGEMAKERS award from Arts Council England, which allows him to lead on a number of projects at The Place.  Beyond his work in the dance community, Hakeem is an experienced and professional event host who regularly presents and entertains on high profile London events including red carpet film premieres. His clients include Paramount Pictures, Sony Pictures, Walt Disney and Warner Brothers. About Impact DanceFor nearly 25 years, Impact Dance has motivated, inspired and nurtured young people through hip-hop and street dance. Founded by Hakeem Onibudo, the company has been a leader in the hip-hop, street and youth dance sector since its inception in 1995. Through dance training, mentoring, creative performances and international projects, we enable young people of all backgrounds - particularly those less privileged and considered 'hard-to-reach' - to develop their creative and life skills, to discover their talent and grow up to be 'fully functioning individuals'; Impact alumni have gone on to thrive as, for example, professional dance artists, investment bankers, radio presenters and designers. Impact Dance is at a pivotal point in its history. Responding to a local need, we are scaling up our operation to develop opportunities where there are none, to invest in young people's futures, and to ensure we can continue these efforts for years to come. Copyright DisclaimerThis podcast episode is a snippet from an original broadcast featured on Colourful Radio. The use of any and all music featured within this broadcast is fully permitted by the original copyright owners and licensed for use by Colourful Radio and its subsidiary channels such as this, the Motivate Lead Inspire Podcast.

The Motivate Lead Inspire Podcast  Episode #8 - Why Should I Have to Change My Behaviour For Someone Else's Ignorance? Episode Guest:Jade Fraser - Marketing Consultant (Freelance) In this episode we talk about whether we should be expected to change our behaviour to make others feel more comfortable. Jade also shares her tips on how to successfully embark on a freelance career as well as some mistakes she made along the way!Join the ConversationRemember, after each show we’re continuing the conversation over on Facebook where we discuss each post and also share helpful links and free resources to motivate, lead and inspire you facebook.com/HakeemMrImpact. Let us know your comments on today's topic under the Episode 8 post on the Facebook page: facebook.com/HakeemMrImpact This Motive Lead Inspire podcast episode is the debate section of the popular radio broadcast, The Hakeem Onibudo Show #MLIJAM, live on Colourful Radio every Thursday 7pm-10pm. The Colourful Radio show can be heard on the Colourful Radio Network across the UK on TuneIn, and on connected devices. Head over to colourfulradio.com to listen back to the full show for even more colourful conversation along with Mr Impact’s music mixes.  About HakeemAn influential Force in the international dance community and accomplished artistic director, choreographer and founder of IMPACT DANCE, Hakeem Onibudo aka Mr Impact hosts a weekly Thursday evening show on multi-award-winning Colourful Radio. Hakeem's portfolio includes work for organisations such as the The Royal Ballet School, The Royal Opera House, the BBC and Nickelodeon and Hakeem recently received the CHANGEMAKERS award from Arts Council England, which allows him to lead on a number of projects at The Place.  Beyond his work in the dance community, Hakeem is an experienced and professional event host who regularly presents and entertains on high profile London events including red carpet film premieres. His clients include Paramount Pictures, Sony Pictures, Walt Disney and Warner Brothers. About Impact DanceFor nearly 25 years, Impact Dance has motivated, inspired and nurtured young people through hip-hop and street dance. Founded by Hakeem Onibudo, the company has been a leader in the hip-hop, street and youth dance sector since its inception in 1995.Through dance training, mentoring, creative performances and international projects, we enable young people of all backgrounds - particularly those less privileged and considered 'hard-to-reach' - to develop their creative and life skills, to discover their talent and grow up to be 'fully functioning individuals'; Impact alumni have gone on to thrive as, for example, professional dance artists, investment bankers, radio presenters and designers.Impact Dance is at a pivotal point in its history. Responding to a local need, we are scaling up our operation to develop opportunities where there are none, to invest in young people's futures, and to ensure we can continue these efforts for years to come. Copyright DisclaimerThis podcast episode is a snippet from an original broadcast featured on Colourful Radio. The use of any and all music featured within this broadcast is fully permitted by the original copyright owners and licensed for use by Colourful Radio and its subsidiary channels such as this, the Motivate Lead Inspire Podcast.

The Motivate Lead Inspire Podcast  Episode #7 - What Good Habits Do You Need to Adopt to Work in an Arts Organisation? Episode Guest:Clara Cowen, Academy Manager for Impact Dance Academy  In this episode we talk to Clara about her way into the industry and what she sees as good traits to work in the arts. About Impact DanceFor nearly 25 years, Impact Dance has motivated, inspired and nurtured young people through hip-hop and street dance. Founded by Hakeem Onibudo, the company has been a leader in the hip-hop, street and youth dance sector since its inception in 1995. Through dance training, mentoring, creative performances and international projects, we enable young people of all backgrounds - particularly those less privileged and considered 'hard-to-reach' - to develop their creative and life skills, to discover their talent and grow up to be 'fully functioning individuals'; Impact alumni have gone on to thrive as, for example, professional dance artists, investment bankers, radio presenters and designers.Impact Dance is at a pivotal point in its history. Responding to a local need, we are scaling up our operation to develop opportunities where there are none, to invest in young people's futures, and to ensure we can continue these efforts for years to come. Join the ConversationRemember, after each show we’re continuing the conversation over on Facebook where we share helpful links and free resources to motivate, lead and inspire you facebook.com/HakeemMrImpact.  This Motive Lead Inspire podcast episode is the debate section of the popular radio broadcast, The Hakeem Onibudo Show #MLIJAM, live on Colourful Radio every Thursday 7pm-10pm. The Colourful Radio show can be heard on the Colourful Radio Network across the UK on TuneIn, and on connected devices. Head over to colourfulradio.com to listen back to the full show for even more colourful conversation along with Mr Impact’s music mixes.  About HakeemAn influential Force in the international dance community and accomplished artistic director, choreographer and founder of IMPACT DANCE, Hakeem Onibudo aka Mr Impact hosts a weekly Thursday evening show on multi-award-winning Colourful Radio. Hakeem's portfolio includes work for organisations such as the The Royal Ballet School, The Royal Opera House, the BBC and Nickelodeon and Hakeem recently received the CHANGEMAKERS award from Arts Council England, which allows him to lead on a number of projects at The Place.  Beyond his work in the dance community, Hakeem is an experienced and professional event host who regularly presents and entertains on high profile London events including red carpet film premieres. His clients include Paramount Pictures, Sony Pictures, Walt Disney and Warner Brothers. Copyright DisclaimerThis podcast episode is a snippet from an original broadcast featured on Colourful Radio. The use of any and all music featured within this broadcast is fully permitted by the original copyright owners and licensed for use by Colourful Radio and its subsidiary channels such as this, the Motivate Lead Inspire Podcast.

The Motivate Lead Inspire Podcast  Episode #6 - Have a plan B? How many of us have a plan A?In this episode we discuss how we are always talking about a back-up plan for young people or urging them to take safe options - as adults, do we even have a strategy for ourselves?Co-host: Nana P Asante Episode Guest:Amy Grindle Remember, after each show we’re continuing the conversation over on Facebook where we share helpful links and free resources to motivate, lead and inspire you facebook.com/HakeemMrImpact.  This Motive Lead Inspire podcast episode is the debate section of the popular radio broadcast, The Hakeem Onibudo Show #MLIJAM, live on Colourful Radio every Thursday 7pm-10pm. The Colourful Radio show can be heard on the Colourful Radio Network across the UK on TuneIn, and on connected devices. Head over to colourfulradio.com to listen back to the full show for even more colourful conversation along with Mr Impact’s music mixes.  About HakeemAn influential Force in the international dance community and accomplished artistic director, choreographer and founder of IMPACT DANCE, Hakeem Onibudo aka Mr Impact hosts a weekly Thursday evening show on multi-award-winning Colourful Radio. Hakeem's portfolio includes work for organisations such as the The Royal Ballet School, The Royal Opera House, the BBC and Nickelodeon and Hakeem recently received the CHANGEMAKERS award from Arts Council England, which allows him to lead on a number of projects at The Place.  Beyond his work in the dance community, Hakeem is an experienced and professional event host who regularly presents and entertains on high profile London events including red carpet film premieres. His clients include Paramount Pictures, Sony Pictures, Walt Disney and Warner Brothers. Copyright DisclaimerThis podcast episode is a snippet from an original broadcast featured on Colourful Radio. The use of any and all music featured within this broadcast is fully permitted by the original copyright owners and licensed for use by Colourful Radio and its subsidiary channels such as this, the Motivate Lead Inspire Podcast.

The Motivate Lead Inspire Podcast  Episode #5 - Do Something for Your Community- Be a Young Person's SponsorIn this episode we explore the value that youth sponsorship can have in a community, listening to Ebele Nwangwu share her story of the value of having someone older investing in and mentoring her.Co-host: Nana P Asante Episode Guest:Ebele Nwangwu Remember, after each show we’re continuing the conversation over on Facebook where we share helpful links and free resources to motivate, lead and inspire you facebook.com/HakeemMrImpact.  This Motive Lead Inspire podcast episode is the debate section of the popular radio broadcast, The Hakeem Onibudo Show #MLIJAM, live on Colourful Radio every Thursday 7pm-10pm. The Colourful Radio show can be heard on the Colourful Radio Network across the UK on TuneIn, and on connected devices. Head over to colourfulradio.com to listen back to the full show for even more colourful conversation along with Mr Impact’s music mixes.  About HakeemAn influential Force in the international dance community and accomplished artistic director, choreographer and founder of IMPACT DANCE, Hakeem Onibudo aka Mr Impact hosts a weekly Thursday evening show on multi-award-winning Colourful Radio. Hakeem's portfolio includes work for organisations such as the The Royal Ballet School, The Royal Opera House, the BBC and Nickelodeon and Hakeem recently received the CHANGEMAKERS award from Arts Council England, which allows him to lead on a number of projects at The Place.  Beyond his work in the dance community, Hakeem is an experienced and professional event host who regularly presents and entertains on high profile London events including red carpet film premieres. His clients include Paramount Pictures, Sony Pictures, Walt Disney and Warner Brothers. Copyright DisclaimerThis podcast episode is a snippet from an original broadcast featured on Colourful Radio. The use of any and all music featured within this broadcast is fully permitted by the original copyright owners and licensed for use by Colourful Radio and its subsidiary channels such as this, the Motivate Lead Inspire Podcast.

The Motivate Lead Inspire Podcast Episode #4: Balance In this week's episode of The Motivate Lead Inspire Podcast youth debate we're discussing what is balance?Do young people have a sense of balance? How do we achieve balance?  Episode Guests: Nana P, Paige Jarrett & DJ Davy Diamond This Motive Lead Inspire podcast episode is the debate section of the popular radio broadcast, The Hakeem Onibudo Show #MLIJAM, live on Colourful Radio every Thursday 7pm-10pm. The Colourful Radio show can be heard on the Colourful Radio Network across the UK on TuneIn, and on connected devices. Head over to colourfulradio.com to listen back to the full show for even more colourful conversation along with Mr Impact’s music mixes. Remember, after each podcast episode we’re continuing the conversation over on Facebook where we share helpful links and free resources to motivate, lead and inspire you facebook.com/HakeemMrImpact.  About HakeemAn influential Force in the international dance community and accomplished artistic director, choreographer and founder of IMPACT DANCE, Hakeem Onibudo aka Mr Impact hosts a weekly Thursday evening show on multi-award-winning Colourful Radio. Hakeem's portfolio includes work for organisations such as the The Royal Ballet School, The Royal Opera House, the BBC and Nickelodeon and Hakeem recently received the CHANGEMAKERS award from Arts Council England, which allows him to lead on a number of projects at The Place.  Beyond his work in the dance community, Hakeem is an experienced and professional event host who regularly presents and entertains on high profile London events including red carpet film premieres. His clients include Paramount Pictures, Sony Pictures, Walt Disney and Warner Brothers. Copyright DisclaimerThis podcast episode is a snippet from an original broadcast featured on Colourful Radio. The use of any and all music featured within this broadcast is fully permitted by the original copyright owners and licensed for use by Colourful Radio and its subsidiary channels such as this, the Motivate Lead Inspire Podcast.

The Motivate Lead Inspire Podcast Episode 3: Youth Crime and Fight or Flight - Would You Step In?In the modern day when youth crime is on the rise, the police are losing their authority and respect for elders seems to be a thing of the past, we're asking what's changed? What needs to change? If you see trouble brewing would you step in or do you keep your head down? *Note*: The audio for this episode disappears for about 60 seconds just between minute 5 and 6 minutes in - sorry, we're working on a fix!  Episode Guests:Neisha Holder - School Co-ordinator South Bank CentreKymberlee Jay - Entrepreneur, Business Coach & Public SpeakerRemember, after each show we’re continuing the conversation over on Facebook where we share helpful links and free resources to motivate, lead and inspire you facebook.com/HakeemMrImpact.  This Motive Lead Inspire podcast episode is the debate section of the popular radio broadcast, The Hakeem Onibudo Show #MLIJAM, live on Colourful Radio every Thursday 7pm-10pm. The Colourful Radio show can be heard on the Colourful Radio Network across the UK on TuneIn, and on connected devices. Head over to colourfulradio.com to listen back to the full show for even more colourful conversation along with Mr Impact’s music mixes.  About HakeemAn influential Force in the international dance community and accomplished artistic director, choreographer and founder of IMPACT DANCE, Hakeem Onibudo aka Mr Impact hosts a weekly Thursday evening show on multi-award-winning Colourful Radio. Hakeem's portfolio includes work for organisations such as the The Royal Ballet School, The Royal Opera House, the BBC and Nickelodeon and Hakeem recently received the CHANGEMAKERS award from Arts Council England, which allows him to lead on a number of projects at The Place.  Beyond his work in the dance community, Hakeem is an experienced and professional event host who regularly presents and entertains on high profile London events including red carpet film premieres. His clients include Paramount Pictures, Sony Pictures, Walt Disney and Warner Brothers. Copyright DisclaimerThis podcast episode is a snippet from an original broadcast featured on Colourful Radio. The use of any and all music featured within this broadcast is fully permitted by the original copyright owners and licensed for use by Colourful Radio and its subsidiary channels such as this, the Motivate Lead Inspire Podcast.