In The Moment with Alex Manzi

In Focus: Life Hacks - Ep 99

04 Jul 2019

Contributed by Lukas

On this week's In Focus session I discuss Life Hacks and the little things that I do each day to help improve the quality of my life.  If you enjoy ...

Exercise For A Healthy Body, Mind & Soul with Haydn Elliott - Ep 98

27 Jun 2019

Contributed by Lukas

This week I welcome Haydn Elliott back onto the podcast, he is the co-owner of the F45 gym in Oxford Circus and I thought it would be super helpful to...

In Focus: Early Mornings - Ep 97

20 Jun 2019

Contributed by Lukas

I love an early morning start, so on this week's In Focus session I discuss the benefits I find from my early mornings and why I do it. "Early to bed...

Samantha Maria: Balancing Life Online Vs Life Offline - Ep 96

13 Jun 2019

Contributed by Lukas

This week I am joined by Samantha Maria, who is a lifestyle YouTuber and blogger who has an incredible 2.5 million followers online. In this chat we d...

In Focus: My Relationship With Money - Ep 95

06 Jun 2019

Contributed by Lukas

I've always had a bit of a funny relationship with money, so on this In Focus session I delve into how my relationship with money has changed over tim...

In Focus: Taking Ownership in Life - Ep 94

23 May 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Life is all about taking ownership of your life. So in this week's In Focus session I discuss my own journey on taking more ownership in my life and h...

In Focus: Burnout - Ep 93

16 May 2019

Contributed by Lukas

On this week's In Focus session I am discussing burnout as it's something we all have to deal with from time to time and certainly something that I ha...

Travel Blues & Reverse Culture Shock - Ep 92

09 May 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Those of you who have listened to my travel diaries will remember I travelled around Japan for 3 weeks with my friends Adam & Tamer so I wanted to...

In Focus: Productivity - Ep 91

02 May 2019

Contributed by Lukas

I'm constantly being asked about productivity and how I manage to get so much done and make so much content. So this week's In Focus session is abou...

David Speed: Being A Creative Rebel - Ep 90

25 Apr 2019

Contributed by Lukas

This week I am joined by David Speed who is the host of the Creative Rebels podcast and co-founder of Graffiti Life. In this chat we talk through Davi...

In Focus: Dealing With Your Ego - Ep 89

18 Apr 2019

Contributed by Lukas

"When you allow your ego to control your thoughts, everything becomes an illusion" On this week's In Focus session I discuss Ego, how you can learn ...

Michelle Elman: Being Confident In Your Body - Ep 88

11 Apr 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Michelle Elman is a body confidence coach, author of 'Am I Ugly?' and creator of the ‘Scarred Not Scared’ movement. When she launched the campaign...

In Focus: Understanding Happiness - Ep 87

04 Apr 2019

Contributed by Lukas

I'm back from my travels in Japan and back to normal business. In this In Focus session I share my thoughts on understanding happiness and why I belie...

Travel Diary: Japan, The Final Leg - Ep 86

31 Mar 2019

Contributed by Lukas

It's the final part of my travel diary from 3 weeks in Japan, as I am joined by Adam and Tamer to discuss what we got up to in our final week. On th...

Travel Diary: Japan, Part 3 - Ep 85

24 Mar 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Continuing with part 3 of my travel diary from 3 weeks in Japan, I am joined by Adam and Tamer as we discuss what we've experienced, who we've met and...

Travel Diary: Japan, Part 2 - Ep 84

14 Mar 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Continuing my travel diary from 3 weeks in Japan, I am joined by Adam and Tamer as we discuss what we've experienced, who we've met and what we've lea...

Travel Diary: Japan, Part 1 - Ep 83

08 Mar 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Taking a short break from usual proceedings as I am currently spending 3 weeks in Japan with Adam and Tamer, so I am recording a travel diary as we go...

Shocka: Self Love & Mental Health - Episode 82

28 Feb 2019

Contributed by Lukas

A conversation with Shocka who is a recording artist and all round sharer of positive vibes. He’s been talking a lot about mental health and the imp...

In Focus: Water Fasting - Episode 81

21 Feb 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Back in December, I tried a 48 hour water fast for the first time, where I only consumed plain water for 2 days. So, on this week’s In Focus session...

Ben Hurst: Breaking Down Toxic Masculinity - Episode 80

14 Feb 2019

Contributed by Lukas

I'm so excited for you to hear this episode, it's a very powerful one! I'm joined by Ben Hurst to break down Masculinity. This is a topic very close...

In Focus: 100 Days Of Meditation - Episode 79

07 Feb 2019

Contributed by Lukas

"Meditation practice is essentially training your focus on your breath" On this week's In Focus session I discuss my experience of having recently...

The Receipts: Dating & Relationships - Episode 78

31 Jan 2019

Contributed by Lukas

On this week's episode I am joined by the hosts of my favourite podcast, The Receipts! Milena, Tolly and Audrey have taken the podcast world by storm ...

In Focus: Trusting The Process - Episode 77

24 Jan 2019

Contributed by Lukas

"Thinking is just another one of the trillions of processes that are constantly going on in your body" In the final part of our mini-series of In Fo...

100,000 Thank You's!

23 Jan 2019

Contributed by Lukas

A very very quick message to say an overwhelming thank you, as the podcast has just reached an incredible 100,000 downloads! Honestly, every minute ...

Haydn Elliott: Exhaustion vs Depression - Episode 76

17 Jan 2019

Contributed by Lukas

On this week’s episode I am joined by Haydn Elliott, who is the co-owner of F45 Oxford Circus Gym and host of the Inspiration Space Podcast. We sa...

In Focus: Finding Purpose - Episode 75

10 Jan 2019

Contributed by Lukas

"There isn't a purpose floating around somewhere and you've just got to find it. It just doesn't work in that way" On this week’s In Focus session...

Kelechi Okafor: Learning To Love Yourself - Episode 74

04 Jan 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Happy New Year everyone! In this week’s episode I am joined by the amazing Kelechi Okafor, who has a long list of things she does including; actress...

In Focus: Overthinking - Episode 73

27 Dec 2018

Contributed by Lukas

“Overthinking is a misunderstanding of where our experience is coming from” On this week’s In Focus session I am joined by experienced Life Co...

2018 In Review - Episode 72

20 Dec 2018

Contributed by Lukas

On this week’s episode I am joined by two friends, David Speed and Anton Savva, to review 2018 and our biggest learnings of the year. This episode...

In Focus: Time - Episode 71

13 Dec 2018

Contributed by Lukas

“The present is the only moment we have. The past is a memory and the future is a construct of the mind” On this week’s In Focus session I am ...

Break Yourself Down To Build Yourself Up - Episode 70

06 Dec 2018

Contributed by Lukas

On this week’s episode I’m doing something a little different by sharing with you part of an interview I did with the awesome ‘For The Creators’...

In Focus: Self-Awareness - Episode 69

29 Nov 2018

Contributed by Lukas

"Self-awareness is like a constant, personal self-assessment" On this week's In Focus session I discuss why Self-Awareness is the KEY to becoming yo...

Kenny Allstar: Never Give Up On Your Dreams - Episode 68

22 Nov 2018

Contributed by Lukas

This episode is a real treat. Honestly, it is the interview I am most proud of to date. Kenny Allstar is a DJ, music producer and radio presenter. Dur...

In Focus: 10 Min Meditation Practice - Episode 67

15 Nov 2018

Contributed by Lukas

On the latest In Focus session, I thought I would do things a little differently. Regular listeners will know that I talk about meditation quite a l...

DamnShaq: Quality Over Quantity - Episode 66

08 Nov 2018

Contributed by Lukas

On this episode I am joined by DJ, presenter and all round creative, DamnShaq, discussing everything from the pressures of being a young creative, fin...

In Focus: The Law Of Attraction - Episode 65

01 Nov 2018

Contributed by Lukas

“Thoughts become things. If you can see it in your mind, you will hold it in your hand” The Law of Attraction is something I never ever believed...

Paul McGregor: Live With Purpose - Episode 64

25 Oct 2018

Contributed by Lukas

On this week's episode I am joined by Paul McGregor who is a mental health speaker and author. Having lost his Dad to suicide 9 years ago, Paul has ...

In Focus: Relieving Stress - Episode 63

18 Oct 2018

Contributed by Lukas

“If you want to conquer the anxiety of life, live in the moment, live in the breath” Stress is something we all have to deal with so on this wee...

The Slumflower: What A Time To Be Alone (Live) - Episode 62

11 Oct 2018

Contributed by Lukas

This week's episode is very special as it's the live interview I did with my good friend Chidera Eggerue aka The Slumflower at the London Podcast fest...

In Focus: Self-Talk - Episode 61

04 Oct 2018

Contributed by Lukas

“Positive self-talk can make you feel good about yourself and what you have in your life” On this week’s In Focus session, I discuss self-talk...

Discover Your Inner Greatness - Episode 60

27 Sep 2018

Contributed by Lukas

Do you want to learn the keys to discovering your inner greatness? On this week’s episode I wanted to do something really special to celebrate Int...

In Focus: The 1% Rule - Episode 59

20 Sep 2018

Contributed by Lukas

“The man who moves a mountain, begins by carrying away small stones” - Confucious The 1% rule is the theory that small, incremental changes can ...

Rohan Blair-Mangat: Own The Direction Of Your Life - Episode 58

13 Sep 2018

Contributed by Lukas

On this week's episode I am joined by the super talented Director, Rohan Blair-Mangat, who is a good friend of mine of over 10 years and someone's who...

In Focus: Positive Thinking - Episode 57

07 Sep 2018

Contributed by Lukas

"The pessimist sees difficulty in every opportunity, the optimist sees opportunity in every difficulty" I love engaging in the power of positive thi...

Joshua Coombes: Do Something For Nothing - Episode 56

30 Aug 2018

Contributed by Lukas

On this episode I am joined by Joshua Coombes who is a trained hairdresser that uses his spare time to give free haircuts to the homeless. We discus...

In Focus: Making Big Decisions - Episode 55

23 Aug 2018

Contributed by Lukas

“I am not a product of my circumstances, I am a product of my decisions” - Stephen Covey Those of you who have been following my journey and lis...

Meggan Roxanne: Dealing With Personal Growth (Live) - Episode 54

16 Aug 2018

Contributed by Lukas

This week’s episode is very special, as the interview comes from the very first Dreamer’s Disease live show. At the event last month, I was joined...

In Focus: Exercise - Episode 53

09 Aug 2018

Contributed by Lukas

“Regular exercise doesn’t only help you lose weight but also improves sleep quality, self-confidence, energy levels and more” How often do you...

King CookDaily: Create Your Own Culture - Episode 52

02 Aug 2018

Contributed by Lukas

King CookDaily is someone whose journey I have been following for a while and have been massively inspired by having seen his journey from opening his...

In Focus: Transition Periods - Episode 51

26 Jul 2018

Contributed by Lukas

"These are moments of growth and the moments where we truly learn the most about ourselves" In this week's In Focus session I discuss the impact and...

My Story: Becoming Your Best Self - Episode 50

19 Jul 2018

Contributed by Lukas

Can’t believe I made it to episode 50! And to mark the occasion, I decided to share my story and journey so far. This moment in time is quite pivota...

In Focus: Self-Discipline - Episode 49

12 Jul 2018

Contributed by Lukas

"Self-Discipline is about finding reasons to do something and committing to see the task through to the end" In this week's In Focus session I discu...

Annika Allen: Your Network Is Your Net Worth - Episode 48

28 Jun 2018

Contributed by Lukas

On this week’s episode I sit down with Annika Allen who has been hugely influential in helping to promote and inspire young black females and creati...

In Focus: Goal-Setting - Episode 47

21 Jun 2018

Contributed by Lukas

“When setting goals, focus on your personal performance, not the outcome” In this week’s In Focus session, I discuss goal-setting. Recently I’...

Zach Washington-Young: Making Impossible Possible - Episode 46

14 Jun 2018

Contributed by Lukas

On this week’s episode I am joined by the hugely inspiring Zach Washington-Young who was involved in a horrific crash in 2012 and was left paralysed...

In Focus: Morning Routine - Episode 45

07 Jun 2018

Contributed by Lukas

“The first 90 minutes of your day has a big impact on the rest of your day” In this week’s In Focus session I discuss the importance of a good...

Holly-Marie Cato: Turn Your Hobby Into Work - Episode 44

31 May 2018

Contributed by Lukas

On this week's episode I'm joined by the incredibly talented photographer Holly-Marie Cato. We hear about how she turned her hobby into a full time jo...

In Focus: Meditation - Episode 43

24 May 2018

Contributed by Lukas

"It's an amazing feeling to spend a few minutes each day unplugged from the outside world and just be" In this week's In Focus session I wanted to...

Reece Parkinson: Manifest Your Dreams - Episode 42

17 May 2018

Contributed by Lukas

On this episode I’m super excited to sit down with BBC Radio 1Xtra presenter, Reece Parkinson, someone who I have had the pleasure of watching grow ...

In Focus: Affirmations - Episode 41

10 May 2018

Contributed by Lukas

“Use affirmations to create positive habits in the way that you think” In this week's In Focus episode I discuss the power of affirmations on c...

Paula Akpan: Creating Black Girl Festival - Episode 40

03 May 2018

Contributed by Lukas

On this episode I am joined by Paula Akpan, co-founder of the I’m Tired Project and also the UK’s first Black Girl Festival.  We discuss her ca...

In Focus: Struggles Don't Define You - Episode 39

26 Apr 2018

Contributed by Lukas

"If you're waiting for someone to come and help you or save you, you're just wasting time" After some incredible In Focus sessions over the past wee...

Hussain Manawer: Find Strength In Your Pain - Episode 38

19 Apr 2018

Contributed by Lukas

On this episode I am joined by poet Hussain Manawer to hear about the amazing work he does in spreading awareness of mental health issues. Hussain h...

Gary Vaynerchuk - In Focus: Stop Making Excuses - Episode 37

12 Apr 2018

Contributed by Lukas

"Stop using 'how do I start' as an excuse for putting in the work" On this very special In Focus session I am joined by none other than Gary Vaynerc...

Vicky Grout: Be Passionate About Your Work - Episode 36

05 Apr 2018

Contributed by Lukas

On this episode I am joined by Vicky Grout - the UK music photographer of the moment - to hear about her journey so far. For someone who is just 21,...

In Focus: Building A Business - Episode 35

29 Mar 2018

Contributed by Lukas

"I think it's really important to set goals and write them down" Ciara returns for the 4th and final part of her In Focus takeover and we're discuss...

Notes To Strangers: Make Creativity Work - Episode 34

22 Mar 2018

Contributed by Lukas

Andy Leek is the man behind @notestostrangers page on Instagram - an incredible idea where he leaves positive & inspirational notes around the UK ...

In Focus: Women In Power - Episode 33

15 Mar 2018

Contributed by Lukas

"It's important for women to support other women" Ciara returns for part 3 of her In Focus co-host and this week we discuss all things female empowe...

Natasha Benjamin: Dealing With Anxiety & Taking Care Of Your Energy - Episode 32

08 Mar 2018

Contributed by Lukas

A very open conversation with Natasha Benjamin, founder of Free Your Mind - an organisation to help support children who have experienced domestic vio...

In Focus: Relationships & Love - Episode 31

01 Mar 2018

Contributed by Lukas

"If you're relationships are as tight as they are meant to be, if you win, they win" Ciara is back for part 2 of her In Focus co-host and this week ...

Kojo The Comedian: Be Open To Being Open - Episode 30

22 Feb 2018

Contributed by Lukas

A real in-depth chat with Kojo Anim aka Kojo The Comedian - someone who has helped break down so many doors and put on so many comedians throughout hi...

In Focus: Health & Fitness - Episode 29

15 Feb 2018

Contributed by Lukas

"Embrace who you are and how you look to make yourself the best version of you and stop comparing yourself to others" In the first of a 4-part serie...

Chuckie Online: Being Freelance & Dealing With Rejection - Episode 28

08 Feb 2018

Contributed by Lukas

Catching up with Chuckie Online to discuss his career as a freelance DJ, Broadcaster, Podcaster and how he has dealt with endless amounts of rejection...

In Focus: Don't Fear Failure, Learn From It - Episode 27

01 Feb 2018

Contributed by Lukas

"A quitter never wins and a winner never quits" On this In Focus session we discuss the fear of failure and why you should't let it hold you back fr...

DJ Semtex: Striving For Greatness - Episode 26

25 Jan 2018

Contributed by Lukas

Striving for greatness is something we all want for ourselves and DJ Semtex is the embodiment of that. A legend and pioneer in the UK music scene, I s...

In Focus: Create Space For Yourself - Episode 25

18 Jan 2018

Contributed by Lukas

“I think it's very healthy to spend time alone. You need to know how to be alone and not be defined by another person.” - Oscar Wilde On this ...

Mim Shaikh: Find Your Value - Episode 24

11 Jan 2018

Contributed by Lukas

In episode 24 I sit down with the multi-talented Mim Shaikh to talk about his work as a Broadcaster, Actor and Poet. We discus his journey from Uni st...

In Focus: Mindset Is Everything - Episode 23

04 Jan 2018

Contributed by Lukas

"Whether you think you can or you think you can't, you're right either way" - Henry Ford On this In Focus session I discuss the power of your mindse...

What I've Learnt From 2017 with Liam Klimek - Episode 22

28 Dec 2017

Contributed by Lukas

To round-off what has been an incredible year for me personally, through launching this podcast, I sat down with my good friend Liam Klimek to discuss...

In Focus: Be Authentic - Episode 21

21 Dec 2017

Contributed by Lukas

"Give up being perfect and start being authentic" In the second 'In Focus' session - where we'll be exploring and breaking down one topic at a time ...

Ra'ed Khan: Finding Your Passion - Episode 20

14 Dec 2017

Contributed by Lukas

On episode 20 I am joined by Ra'ed Khan who does various bits of work within the UK music industry and set up his own charity 2 years ago, Road To Fre...

In Focus: Invest In Yourself - Episode 19

07 Dec 2017

Contributed by Lukas

Welcome to the brand new mini-series 'In Focus' where we'll be exploring and breaking down one topic at a time. On this episode we look into the impor...

Annie Drea: Doing It Yourself - Episode 18

30 Nov 2017

Contributed by Lukas

On Episode 18 I am joined by the wonderful Annie Drea to discuss how she built a brand for herself as a YouTuber, why she has transitioned into the po...

Ayaz Hussain: Using Social Media To Your Advantage - Episode 17

16 Nov 2017

Contributed by Lukas

In Episode 17 I catch up with Ayaz Hussain who is a Social Media coach. What I really love about his work is that he's combined his two main passions ...

Ben Anderson: Grow Your Platform - Episode 16

02 Nov 2017

Contributed by Lukas

In Episode 16 Ben Anderson, co-founder of Musicalize - a live music concert promotions company, breaks down the company's journey from putting on smal...

Jeremiah Emmanuel: Take Ownership Of Your Passions - Episode 15

19 Oct 2017

Contributed by Lukas

In Episode 15 I am joined by Jeremiah Emmanuel BEM who is an Entrepreneur Youth Activist and all-round supporter of young people & their futures. ...

Sian Anderson: Don't Let A Job Title Define You - Episode 14

05 Oct 2017

Contributed by Lukas

In Episode 14 I am joined by the amazing Sian Anderson, who is best known as a Presenter and DJ on BBC Radio 1Xtra. We have a very deep chat about how...

Caroline SM: Let Your Passion Lead You - Episode 13

21 Sep 2017

Contributed by Lukas

In Episode 13 I am joined by the incredible Caroline SM who breaks down her career path in-depth; from competition winner to work experience to blogge...

The Slumflower: Use Self-Love To Achieve Your Best - Episode 12

07 Sep 2017

Contributed by Lukas

In Episode 12 I sit down with the amazing Slumflower to discuss self-love and the importance it can have in helping you to achieve the best version of...

MissFits Nutrition: Carrying Out Your Plan with Tara Adlestone - Episode 11

24 Aug 2017

Contributed by Lukas

In Episode 11 I am joined by Tara Adlestone, the 24-year-old co-founder of MissFits Nutrition - a protein supplement brand for women. We chat about ho...

Meggan Roxanne: Learn From Within Yourself - Episode 10

08 Aug 2017

Contributed by Lukas

In Episode 10 I'm joined by the very inspirational Meggan Roxanne, who is the co-founder of thegoodquote. During the conversation we discuss how she b...

Joivan Wade: Trust Your Instinct - Episode 09

26 Jul 2017

Contributed by Lukas

In Episode 09 I am joined by Joivan Wade who is an actor, writer and CEO of The Wall of Comedy. During the chat we talk about his education at the BRI...

Context: The Art Of The Hustle - Episode 08

13 Jul 2017

Contributed by Lukas

In Episode 08, I am joined by Context aka Dr George Musgrave who is not only a Rapper but also a University Lecturer in Cultural Sociology & Entre...

Ciara London: Being True To Yourself - Episode 07

28 Jun 2017

Contributed by Lukas

In Episode 07, I chat with Ciara London who is a Personal Trainer and Fitness Instructor. We discuss why she decided to leave her job in the city afte...

Ralph Hardy: Following You Own Path - Episode 06

16 Jun 2017

Contributed by Lukas

In Episode 06 I sat down with the don Ralph Hardy to talk about everything he does from, broadcasting on radio, to curating albums, to working with mu...

Alya Mooro: Finding Your Voice - Episode 05

16 Jun 2017

Contributed by Lukas

In Episode 05 I am joined by Alya Mooro who talks about how she got into and defined herself within Journalism. She has written for publications such ...

Moz: Taking A Leap Of Faith - Episode 04

15 Jun 2017

Contributed by Lukas

In Episode 04 I am joined by Moz, who apart from being my best mate and a business partner, runs his own artist management and record label. Having le...

Parris OH: Creating Your Own Role - Episode 03

15 Jun 2017

Contributed by Lukas

In Episode 03 I caught up with Parris OH about how she went from intern to creating her own role as Sony Music's Urban Promotions Manager in the UK. ...

Courtney Francis: Balancing Full Time Work & Your Passions - Episode 02

15 Jun 2017

Contributed by Lukas

In Episode 02 I sit down with Courtney Francis aka CourtneyFPhoto to discuss how he finds the balance between working full time and chasing his photog...

Bejay Mulenga: Building Your Own Business & Being Your Own Boss - Episode 01

15 Jun 2017

Contributed by Lukas

So here it is! In episode 01 I sit down with Bejay Mulenga - a 21 year old entrepreneur - who has featured on GQ's 'Most Connected Men in 2016' list. ...