Common Sense with Mike Omoniyi

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 was no proof that it was structural. Mike is joined...

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

As we approach the one year anniversary of the murder of George Floyd, Mike is joined by Policy Officer, Social Action Youth Worker and campaigner Busayo Twins to explore how things have progressed in the UK, one year on! Join the conversation online using the hashtag #LTCS

In this episode M.T. is joined by A tinkerer and strategist who traded Corporate Law for tech. David Elikwu is a serial-entrepreneur unreasonably obsessed with learning more and living better. They discuss personal development in lockdown and being better! Join the conversation online using the hashtag #LTCS

Digital Strategist and YouTuber Josiah Hyacinth (mr200m) has been on our screens for years now. in this episode, we talk about the pros and cons of living a life online and the future of the influencer economy.  Join the discussion online with the hashtag #LTCS

For many of us, Lockdown wasn't just a government policy, it was a direct attack on our wallets. Today Mike is joined by Lockdown has Author & Financial Wellness Coach Bola Sol as they talk current affairs and all things personal finance. You can join in the conversation online using the hashtag #LTCS

In this episode, Mike is joined by social media personality and broadcaster MannyAde. They discuss growing up, social media and value. We also take a look at a new memo written by Gordon Brown which says he fears that the UK may become a failed state  You can join the conversation online using the hashtag #LTCS

This is a very important week for countries around the world as we all hold our breath and watch the inauguration of Joe Biden! This week Mike is joined by DISUNOMICS  to discuss current affairs, foreign affairs and food.  runs a platform all about making economics relevant, relatable & entertaining to the general public! Join the conversation online using the hashtag #LTCS

The chief medical officer for England, Prof Chris Whitty, warns the next few weeks will be "the worst" of the pandemic. Expects have been making the argument that we need tougher COVID restrictions like closing nurseries, limiting exercise to 1 hour a day and more! Today Mike is joined by Student Torrin Joshua as they consider what to make of these potential tougher lockdowns. Join the conversatio...

Happy New Year folks! In this special episode of Lets Talk Common Sense, we take a look at some of the exciting developments that could happen this year in the world of news. Mike is joined by Common Sense editor Afshan D'souza-Lodhi. They also discuss whether we need the police today. Join the conversation online using the hashtag #LTCS

What has been happening with Brexit? In this episode, Mike is joined by British political activist and co-founder of the pro- European Union advocacy group Our Future Our Choice (OFOC), Femi Oluwole (Femi_Sorry). They discuss Brexit as the Uk Deadline for agreeing on a deal with the EU fast approaches! You can join the debate online using the hashtag  #LTCS!

In this episode, we review the BBC's Small Axe film series and consider what it means to be Black and British in 2020. Identity is complicated, especially when you have dual heritage. I'm joined by Rashawn Grant and Boaz Adelekan as we consider whats its like growing up with these tensions. 

After a 3 months break, we are back with a new season! Has much happened since we have been gone? -- that was a joke! The world does feel a little our control right now. Not to worry, M.T. is back with a dose of common sense. Over the next few weeks, we will be getting caught up with everything and bringing you fresh new episodes!  This week, Mike is joined by Ikenna Nebo, a student from Colu...

Notting Hill Carnival for the first time ever has gone online for this year, due to COVID-19. It'll be available to watch with steel band, soca and dancehall performances across platforms and also on Youtube. It is the largest street party in Europe and the second largest festival in the world, with an estimated 2 million people in attendance over the 2 days. What does covid mean for the future of...

What happens after the protest ends? Today we talk to one of the organisers from Black Lives Matter, Tyrek Morris about protests, their effectiveness but also what’s next considering the UK context. Join the conversation online using the hashtag #LTCS

A level results are in the news again! However not for the reason you might think. Normally our social media accounts are flooded with students and teachers celebrating historic grades and achievements. Today, we talk about a systemic Government failing which has led to thousands of students grades being downgraded and many more missing out on their university offers. There seems to be a disparity...

"These days if someone gets stabbed no-one really cares unless it's the family. It's just another young person getting stabbed." Those chilling words come from a young boy in north London, no older than 14, in a new documentary about the links between knife crime and drill music by Century Films. In this episode, we talk current affairs and drill music. Join the conversation online using the hasht...

People have “gone green”, eaten vegan, shopped “fair-trade”, and recycled for years now. Yet the atrocities that spurned the ethical consumption movement continue unabated. Is it possible to have compassionate capitalism or are we simply wasting our time. This week I'm joined by Torrin Joshua, creative, business owner and The Common Sense Network Producer. Join the conversation online using the ha...

With lockdown measures easing, the questions on everyone’s lips is, when will we be able to party again? This week Mike is joined by CEO of EMG Events, Michael Sonariwo to discuss, recent festival cancellations, innovations in the events space, parties from a Nigerian context and more Join the conversation online #LTCS

In this podcast, we consider the Behind the Scenes take at Mike's conversation with Prince Harry and Megan Markle. We also debate the role celebrities should have in driving social change. Join the Conversation Online using the hashtag #LTCS

Have you heard people talking about ‘Defunding the Police online’? What does it mean and why did Sir Kier Starmer Leader of the Labour Party call it ‘a load of rubbish’? In this episode, we explore Policing in the UK and the demands of the Black Lives Matter movement that we Defund the police. You can join the conversation online using the hashtag #LTCS

From Katie Hopkins' permanent suspension from twitter to Rishi Sunak' plans emergency cut in VAT to rescue our ailing economy, it's been a busy week. In this episode Mike is joined by Banker Victor Azubuike as they discuss the weeks news, reparations and how business is responding to the Black Lives Matter protest. Join the conversation online using the hashtag #LTCS

The US has been convulsed by nationwide protests over the death of an African-American man in police custody. George Floyd, 46, died after being arrested by police outside a shop in Minneapolis, Minnesota. Footage of the arrest on 25 May shows a white police officer, Derek Chauvin, kneeling on Mr Floyd's neck while he was pinned to the floor. Mr Chauvin, 44, has since been charged with murder. In...

In this episode we discuss Megan Markle and Prince Harrys recent statement about no longer working with Mail, the Sun, the Mirror, and the Express. We also discuss Health Secretary Matt Hancock's car crash interview Piers Morgan and more! Join the conversation online using the hashtag #LTCS