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Chi Kri Yoga teacher and rapper, Neil Patel, otherwise known as N1, created something called Hip Hop Yoga in the early 2000’s. He expresses spiritual themes through Hip Hop and made an album called The Rapping Yogi.  His current album is called The Breathe Experience. Along with traditional yoga breathing exercises, the album has a full explanation of his ideas as well as some powerful messages delivered through some masterfully-penned lyrics and passionately produced music.  N1’s new release ‘The Truth’ came out on 1st Oct. The Breathe Experience project was created as a response to the proliferation of knife crime in London and you’ll hear from the interview and the tracks N1’s passion and commitment to bringing peace to the lives of young people. I hope you find this interview as enriching as I did. To follow N1’s work:  Instagram: chi_kri_yoga or N1.rap neil@chikri.com 

Interview #3   Dr Leroy Logan MBE is a former Superintendent in the Metropolitan Police. He retired in 2013 after 30 years' service. He is also a former chair and founding member of the Black Police Association. His book ‘Closing Ranks: My Life as a Cop’ describes his 30 eventful years in the Metropolitan Police. As well as being an account of ethnic minority relations in modern-day Britain, it’s also a manifesto for anyone with a desire to mentor young people.

Interview #2   Michael Belle is founder of ‘A Few Great Men’ and facilitates programmes in prisons, communities and schools designed to expand the awareness of greater possibilities. His love and admiration for  -  and belief in - the youngsters he calls 'young stars' is inspiring.  It's my hope that you'll leave this interview not only inspired, but with practices and perspectives you can share with young people.  I hope you find this interview as enlivening as I did. 

Natasha Kapadia is a coach and mentor who specialises in working with young people in school settings.  As you’ll hear, she’s a passionate advocate, full of understanding and valuable insights. She exemplifies what psychologist Gabor Mate calls ‘compassionate enquiry’ – the unconditional intention to understand a person and to promote a recognition of their wholeness. Enjoy!