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Last week we were joined by Farhana Williamson, PhD Student and author of Wonkhe article on the impact of misnaming people in research and how we can stop it: https://wonkhe.com/blogs/the-impact-of-misnaming-people-in-research-and-how-we-can-stop-it/.

We discussed, the meaning of our names, why correct pronounciation matters so much and how you can get it right, even if you get it wrong. Listen now: https://youtu.be/366TMFo0TO4

This week, we had to ask Farhana our seven signature questions so enjoy this BONUS EPISODE where explore why her husband is so lucky, her relationship with Sam Fender and why always eating the cake is central to her approach to life.

Who has the most potential that you know?
Who is the most influential person you know?
You are at your best when you are ______?
One thing you never regret doing?
Where do you see yourself in five years time?
What advice would you now give to you of 10 years ago?

Connect with Farhana on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/farhana-williamson-445170a5/

Engage, comment, like, share and let us know your thoughts. We'd love to hear from you. We can be found on Instagram @beforeourfriendsdie and Twitter @akhiandsaltfish and don’t forget to get in touch, let us know how you’re finding it and ask questions at: akhiandsaltfish@gmail.com.

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Before Our Friends Die is a podcast on the akhi&saltfish Digital Network. The concept is: "Before Our Friends Die, we want them to know about..." and you, the audience, are our friends. Sometimes it's about having the conversations that often get overlooked yet feel urgent. Equally, it can be about speaking to someone who is where we want to be and asking them how they did it.

The Network also features:
- SOFA SENSE'S, where we talk about and to those in, the fight world!
- Cool. Fine. Done. Wicked. A podcast about music we’re passionate about.
If any of those catch your interest, subscribe and stay tuned, we’ve got more coming your way!

If you've followed the show before, you'll know we love a good conversation about names as it brings a lot of unspoken experiences to the forefront and makes you question your own actions and experiences. Revisit Episode #28 of BOFD to listen back to our conversation with Jane Pilcher now: https://youtu.be/S7d_KFeMjnI

Today, we're joined by the amazing PhD student Farhana Williamson who talks about her early experiences with her name, originally hoping for people to call her Hanna, to then understanding the "happy" meaning beind her name and embracing it. Farhana then entered the world of academia and was constantly renamed which led her finding support in the form of her supervisor, Candy Rowe, who helped her in writing this eye opening article on the impact of misnaming people in research and how we can stop it: https://wonkhe.com/blogs/the-impact-of-misnaming-people-in-research-and-how-we-can-stop-it/.

With Farhana's PhD coming to an end, it was a great chat which reflected on her journey and where she hopes to go next.

Connect with Farhana to follow her journey: https://www.linkedin.com/in/farhana-williamson-445170a5/

Engage, comment, like, share and let us know your thoughts. We'd love to hear from you. We can be found on Instagram @beforeourfriendsdie and Twitter @akhiandsaltfish and don’t forget to get in touch, let us know how you’re finding it and ask questions at: akhiandsaltfish@gmail.com.

Watch all episodes in the Before Our Friends Die archive now: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PL4Kd9OatIp5-61wFD0DBQYSofEcUphkr1

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Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/5T7f14xql1O0z2sQQSwKDd

Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/akhi-saltfish-present/id1607369285?ign-itscg=30200&ign-itsct=podcast_box_link

Any other: https://anchor.fm/akhiandsaltfish

Before Our Friends Die is a podcast on the akhi&saltfish Digital Network. The concept is: "Before Our Friends Die, we want them to know about..." and you, the audience, are our friends. Sometimes it's about having the conversations that often get overlooked yet feel urgent. Equally, it can be about speaking to someone who is where we want to be and asking them how they did it.

The Network also features:
- SOFA SENSE'S, where we talk about and to those in, the fight world!
- Cool. Fine. Done. Wicked. A podcast about music we’re passionate about.
If any of those catch your interest, subscribe and stay tuned, we’ve got more coming your way!

2023 was a crazy year in Combat Sports and my wish for 2024 is to make it bigger and better. Here’s how ⬇️:



1. Better information, advice and guidance for fighters on brain damage. Tris Dixon's book, Damage is a really impactful read that speaks of the untold damage happening to fighters in the training room, on the road and in the ring and with Floyd Mayweather Sr recently being diagnosed with dementia, fighters need to know the risks and early🙏🏽

2. More accountable judges and commissions. Let's face it - combat sports needs regulating. But it needs regulating to a high standard. Some judges and commissions fall short of that regularly and we never hear what actually happens after...more accountability please.

3. Open scoring. Much like point 2 - in no other sport do you not know the result until the end with no insight along the way. Open scoring will help weed out the incompetent judges and let fighters take their destiny into their own hands.

4. Support for ex-fighters. They give their all to us for our entertainment. Their aftercare is important too - that's why we support Ringside Charitable Trust and encourage you to do the same: https://www.theringsidecharitabletrust.com/how-to-donate

5. DAZN, Prime, Sky, TNT, and FITE TV are just some of the places you can watch fights...what happened to the terrestrial days. More mainstream showcases is a must to continue to grow the spectacle we love!



What do you want to see more of in Combat Sports this year? Let me know in the comments!



How to fix Boxing: https://youtu.be/fZ-qFVhCkG0

How to fix MMA: https://youtu.be/Yt4M3xod0DM



SOFA SENSEI'S The Ringwalk Playlist: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL4Kd9OatIp5-2ldJs7jSlqHFumvvbMxlZ



CHECK OUT OUR SOFA SENSEI'S ARCHIVE: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PL4Kd9OatIp5-FBM5rpWV1DVpQTWKxNm88



Follow SOFA SENSEIS: https://www.instagram.com/sofasenseis/



Engage, comment, like, share and let us know your thoughts. We'd love to hear from you.



We can be found on Instagram @sofasenseis and X @akhiandsaltfish and don’t forget to get in touch, let us know how you’re finding it and ask questions at: akhiandsaltfish@gmail.com.



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Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/5T7f14xql1O0z2sQQSwKDd



Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/akhi-saltfish-present/id1607369285?ign-itscg=30200&ign-itsct=podcast_box_link



Any other: https://anchor.fm/akhiandsaltfish



SOFA SENSEI'S is a podcast on the akhi&saltfish Digital Network about combat sports from the perspective of what some may call couch coaches or armchair experts but we are SOFA SENSEI'S who say it how we see it, with a fighter first perspective.



The Network also features:



- Before Our Friends Die, where we talk about a diverse range of interesting topics.



- Cool. Fine. Done. Wicked. A podcast about music we’re passionate about.



If any of those catch your interest, subscribe and stay tuned, we’ve got more coming your way!

2023 was a crazy year in MMA and my wish for 2024 is to make it bigger and better. Here’s how ⬇️:


Less champ champ fights. We’ve seen it. We know the Conor McGregor story we know the DC story. We love the Volk attempts but let’s see more champions clean out their divisions with at least 5 defences before we entertain this champ champ talk, please 🙏🏽 
Better fighter pay. There is a whole lawsuit going on right now surrounding the UFC and fighter pay. Yes, baseline pay in the UFC is better than in most boxing promotions. But, sport for sport - the overall revenue share is far short of where it should be.
Group post fight press conferences. UFC 199. Rockhold v Bisping 2. That’s the last time we saw group post-fight press conferences. It was carnage! That’s why I want to see it again.
Cross promotional fights. Last night we saw Bellator v PFL and it was an interesting card with purpose. We need the sport to be more collegiate to find out who really is the best. That brings me onto…
Jones v Ngannou. The fight the fans want to see. The GOAT v the Lineal Champ. Probably a pipe dream but that doesn’t stop me asking for it. 



What do you want to see more of in MMA this year? Let me know in the comments!



SOFA SENSEI'S The Ringwalk Playlist: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL4Kd9OatIp5-2ldJs7jSlqHFumvvbMxlZ



CHECK OUT OUR SOFA SENSEI'S ARCHIVE: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PL4Kd9OatIp5-FBM5rpWV1DVpQTWKxNm88



Follow SOFA SENSEIS: https://www.instagram.com/sofasenseis/



Engage, comment, like, share and let us know your thoughts. We'd love to hear from you. 



We can be found on Instagram @sofasenseis and X @akhiandsaltfish and don’t forget to get in touch, let us know how you’re finding it and ask questions at: akhiandsaltfish@gmail.com.



SUBSCRIBE TO OUR YOUTUBE CHANNEL FOR EXCLUSIVE CONTENT AND FIND US ON YOUR FAVOURITE PODCAST PLATFORM.



YouTube:  https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC69nG-YtZpPDwf3q8ipCZew



Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/5T7f14xql1O0z2sQQSwKDd



Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/akhi-saltfish-present/id1607369285?ign-itscg=30200&ign-itsct=podcast_box_link



Any other: https://anchor.fm/akhiandsaltfish



SOFA SENSEI'S is a podcast on the akhi&saltfish Digital Network about combat sports from the perspective of what some may call couch coaches or armchair experts but we are SOFA SENSEI'S who say it how we see it, with a fighter first perspective.  



The Network also features: 



- Before Our Friends Die, where we talk about a diverse range of interesting topics.



- Cool. Fine. Done. Wicked. A podcast about music we’re passionate about.



If any of those catch your interest, subscribe and stay tuned, we’ve got more coming your way!

We're back with Part 2 talking all about Lunar New Year which starts TODAY!

In this episode expect to hear about the Year of the Dragon, the history of Lunar New Year, key phrases to learn, how to get involved if you're not Asian and watch Kahvan and Brittaney try a "Tangerine Medicine" which has been fermenting in salt for 2 YEARS!

Don't forget to check out Part 1 from 2022 where we delve into the customs of the celebration in detail a funny and nostalgic look back at our first ever episode!

🟥 YouTube: https://youtu.be/7aqfxhVJ5hQ
🟪 Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/akhi-saltfish-digital-network/id1607369285?i=1000549196749
🟩 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/episode/00grpzA5D3AmaP7O3IcoMS?si=vBn6_Vm2SV2_XLkq6ax9QA
⬜️ Any other platform: https://anchor.fm/akhiandsaltfish/episodes/1-Before-Our-Friends-Die--we-want-them-to-know-about---the-Lunar-New-Year-e1dhlsl

Engage, comment, like, share and let us know your thoughts. We'd love to hear from you. We can be found on Instagram @beforeourfriendsdie and Twitter @akhiandsaltfish and don’t forget to get in touch, let us know how you’re finding it and ask questions at: akhiandsaltfish@gmail.com.

Watch all episodes in the Before Our Friends Die archive now: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PL4Kd9OatIp5-61wFD0DBQYSofEcUphkr1

For more inclusive stories, visit our playlist: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL4Kd9OatIp5_NG_VxAUUC1diwCvfwR_nW

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Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/akhi-saltfish-present/id1607369285?ign-itscg=30200&ign-itsct=podcast_box_link

Any other: https://anchor.fm/akhiandsaltfish

Before Our Friends Die is a podcast on the akhi&saltfish Digital Network. The concept is: "Before Our Friends Die, we want them to know about..." and you, the audience, are our friends. Sometimes it's about having the conversations that often get overlooked yet feel urgent. Equally, it can be about speaking to someone who is where we want to be and asking them how they did it.

The Network also features:
- SOFA SENSE'S, where we talk about and to those in, the fight world!
- Cool. Fine. Done. Wicked. A podcast about music we’re passionate about.
If any of those catch your interest, subscribe and stay tuned,we’ve got more coming your way!

Last week we were joined by Psychologist and founder of Positive Psychology for Life, Dr Kati Adeseko to discuss all things grief. An important coversation that will bring you an understanding of:

1️⃣ the 5 stages of grief 🔄
2️⃣ why they may look different to you ❤️‍🩹
3️⃣ the physical manifestations of grief 🧠
4️⃣ What you can do to help your staff through grief 🫶🏽
5️⃣ and much more!

It's one I reccomend you check out as soon as you can: https://youtu.be/WQY_TdjdT64?si=SAgt2NZx0h0cwJxZ.

This week, we had to ask Kati our seven signature questions so enjoy this BONUS EPISODE where touch on the magical connections she has with her husband, the joy she gets from her children and her pragmatic appraoch to life and balance.

Who has the most potential that you know?
Who is the most influential person you know?
You are at your best when you are ______?
One thing you never regret doing?
Where do you see yourself in five years time?
What advice would you now give to you of 10 years ago?

Connect with Kati on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/positivepsychologyforlife/

Engage, comment, like, share and let us know your thoughts. We'd love to hear from you. We can be found on Instagram @beforeourfriendsdie and Twitter @akhiandsaltfish and don’t forget to get in touch, let us know how you’re finding it and ask questions at: akhiandsaltfish@gmail.com.

Watch all episodes in the Before Our Friends Die archive now: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PL4Kd9OatIp5-61wFD0DBQYSofEcUphkr1

SUBSCRIBE TO OUR YOUTUBE CHANNEL FOR EXCLUSIVE CONTENT AND FIND US ON YOUR FAVOURITE PODCAST PLATFORM.

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC69nG-YtZpPDwf3q8ipCZew

Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/5T7f14xql1O0z2sQQSwKDd

Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/akhi-saltfish-present/id1607369285?ign-itscg=30200&ign-itsct=podcast_box_link

Any other: https://anchor.fm/akhiandsaltfish

Before Our Friends Die is a podcast on the akhi&saltfish Digital Network. The concept is: "Before Our Friends Die, we want them to know about..." and you, the audience, are our friends. Sometimes it's about having the conversations that often get overlooked yet feel urgent. Equally, it can be about speaking to someone who is where we want to be and asking them how they did it.

The Network also features:
- SOFA SENSE'S, where we talk about and to those in, the fight world!
- Cool. Fine. Done. Wicked. A podcast about music we’re passionate about.
If any of those catch your interest, subscribe and stay tuned, we’ve got more coming your way!