Off The Agenda Podcast

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Off The Agenda is the flagship podcast from OTA Media — a leadership platform born in the City of London, operating at the intersection of capital, policy, and culture. Hosted by Sir Charles Bowman, Brenda Emmanus OBE, Natalie Ojevah MBE and Natasha Frangos, in partnership with London Stock Exchange Group and HaysMac. Candid conversations with the most compelling leaders of our time exploring the ideas shaping business, society, and the next generation of leadership. otamediagroup.com | Insta: @otamediagroup | X: @offtheagenda

  1. Mar 9

    Michael Eboda: The Powerlist, Black Talent & Changing the Narrative | Off The Agenda | OTA Media

    In this episode of Off The Agenda, we're joined by Michael Eboda, founder and CEO of Powerful Media and the force behind the Powerlist, the definitive annual ranking celebrating the UK's most influential Black leaders. In conversation with Brenda Emmanus OBE, Michael reflects on his mission to dismantle the myth that Black talent is in short supply, and how visibility, representation and celebration can unlock opportunity and change lives. Drawing on his background in journalism and entrepreneurship, he shares how the Powerlist began, how it has evolved over 20 years, and why influence matters more than celebrity or status. Off The Agenda is the flagship podcast from OTA Media — a leadership platform born in the City of London, operating at the intersection of capital, policy, and culture. Follow us: otamediagroup.com | @otamediagroup | @offtheagenda #Leadership #Diversity #Powerlist #BlackExcellence #UKBusiness #OTAMedia #OffTheAgenda #BrendaEmmanus #MichaelEboda #Representation

    Michael Eboda: The Powerlist, Black Talent & Changing the Narrative | Off The Agenda | OTA Media

  2. Mar 8

    Emma Jones CBE: Entrepreneurship & Britain's Growth Challenge | Off The Agenda | OTA Media

    In this episode of Off The Agenda, we're joined by Emma Jones CBE — former founder of Enterprise Nation and the UK Small Business Commissioner — for a wide-ranging conversation on entrepreneurship, optimism, and building the conditions for small businesses to thrive. In conversation with Natasha Frangos and Natalie Ojevah MBE, Emma reflects on growing up in an entrepreneurial family, selling her first business at 27, and spending her career championing founders across the UK. She shares candid insights on mentorship, late payments, community-led growth, and why optimism is one of the most important tools for entrepreneurs navigating uncertainty. Off The Agenda is the flagship podcast from OTA Media — a leadership platform born in the City of London, operating at the intersection of capital, policy, and culture. Follow us: otamediagroup.com | @otamediagroup | @offtheagenda #Leadership #Entrepreneurship #SmallBusiness #WomenInBusiness #UKBusiness #OTAMedia #OffTheAgenda #EmmaJonesCBE #NatashaFrangos #NatalieOjevah

    Emma Jones CBE: Entrepreneurship & Britain's Growth Challenge | Off The Agenda | OTA Media

  3. 12/28/2025

    Ezechi Britton MBE: FinTech, Social Impact & the Future of Finance | Off The Agenda | OTA Media

    Ezechi Britton MBE, entrepreneur and founder, joins Sir Charles Bowman and Brenda Emmanus OBE on Off The Agenda for an insightful conversation about ambition, leadership, and navigating complexity in today's business environment. Ezechi reflects on his career journey, the importance of purpose and resilience, and how leaders can think long term while responding to rapid change across technology, culture, and the workplace. Off The Agenda is the flagship podcast from OTA Media — a leadership platform born in the City of London, operating at the intersection of capital, policy, and culture. Follow us: otamediagroup.com | @otamediagroup | @offtheagenda #Leadership #Technology #Entrepreneurship #Innovation #UKBusiness #OTAMedia #OffTheAgenda #EzechiBritton #SirCharlesBowman #BrendaEmmanus

    Ezechi Britton MBE: FinTech, Social Impact & the Future of Finance | Off The Agenda | OTA Media

  4. 12/28/2025

    Gina Miller: Transparency, Consumer Rights & Standing Up for Principle | Off The Agenda | OTA Media

    Gina Miller, entrepreneur, campaigner, and founder of SCM Direct and MoneyShe, joins Sir Charles Bowman and Natasha Frangos on Off The Agenda for a powerful and candid conversation about leadership, resilience, and accountability. Gina shares how her values have shaped a career spanning ethical finance and public advocacy, why transparency and trust remain critical challenges for institutions, and what it takes to lead with conviction in the face of relentless public scrutiny. Off The Agenda is the flagship podcast from OTA Media — a leadership platform born in the City of London, operating at the intersection of capital, policy, and culture. Follow us: otamediagroup.com | @otamediagroup | @offtheagenda #Leadership #EthicalFinance #Accountability #WomenInBusiness #UKPolitics #OTAMedia #OffTheAgenda #GinaMiller #SirCharlesBowman #NatashaFrangos

    Gina Miller: Transparency, Consumer Rights & Standing Up for Principle | Off The Agenda | OTA Media

  5. 10/20/2025

    Afua Kyei: Bank of England CFO, #1 Powerlist 2026 — Leadership, Inclusion & the AI Era | OTA Media

    Afua Kyei, Chief Financial Officer at the Bank of England, joins Sir Charles Bowman on Off The Agenda for an exclusive, in-depth conversation about leadership, purpose, and the power of representation. Afua shares how her values and faith shape her leadership style, what diversity and inclusion mean in the world of finance, and how innovation — from digital transformation to AI — is redefining leadership today. Off The Agenda is the flagship podcast from OTA Media — a leadership platform born in the City of London, operating at the intersection of capital, policy, and culture. Follow us: otamediagroup.com | @otamediagroup | @offtheagenda #Leadership #Finance #BankOfEngland #WomenInFinance #Diversity #Innovation #OTAMedia #OffTheAgenda #AfuaKyei #SirCharlesBowman

    Afua Kyei: Bank of England CFO, #1 Powerlist 2026 — Leadership, Inclusion & the AI Era | OTA Media

  6. 12/11/2023

    Sir Damon Buffini: Leicester Council Estate to Leading British Finance | Off The Agenda | OTA Media

    Sir Charles Bowman sits down with Sir Damon Buffini, Deputy Chair of the BBC Board and Chair of the BBC Commercial Board, in the heart of the City of London and the iconic St Paul's Cathedral for a truly special episode of Off The Agenda. Sir Damon's journey is nothing short of remarkable. From growing up on a Leicester council estate to becoming a leading figure in international finance, he shares how education, mentorship, and an unwavering belief in opportunity shaped his extraordinary career in private equity and public service. Off The Agenda is the flagship podcast from OTA Media — a leadership platform born in the City of London, operating at the intersection of capital, policy, and culture. Follow us: otamediagroup.com | @otamediagroup | @offtheagenda #Leadership #PrivateEquity #BBC #SocialMobility #CityOfLondon #OTAMedia #OffTheAgenda #DamonBuffini #SirCharlesBowman #PublicService

    Sir Damon Buffini: Leicester Council Estate to Leading British Finance | Off The Agenda | OTA Media

  7. 08/03/2023

    Dean Forbes: From Homelessness to CEO of Billion-Pound Businesses

    In this episode of Off The Agenda, Sir Charles Bowman sits down with Dean Forbes, the CEO of Forterro, to explore his remarkable journey from facing homelessness as a teenager to becoming a CEO of billion-pound businesses. Dean's story is a true testament to resilience, determination, and the power of embracing opportunities. Dean shares candid insights on leadership under pressure, building high-performing teams, and why grit and adaptability matter more than background or privilege in the world of business. Off The Agenda is the flagship podcast from OTA Media — a leadership platform born in the City of London, operating at the intersection of capital, policy, and culture. Follow us: otamediagroup.com | Insta: @otamediagroup | X: @offtheagenda #Leadership #Resilience #Entrepreneurship #CEO #TechBusiness #OTAMedia #OffTheAgenda #DeanForbes #SirCharlesBowman #SocialMobility

    Dean Forbes: From Homelessness to CEO of Billion-Pound Businesses

  8. 03/08/2023

    Baroness Dambisa Moyo: Dead Aid & the West's Broken Development Model

    Sir Charles Bowman sits down with Baroness Dambisa Moyo — economist, author of four New York Times bestsellers, and one of the most influential voices on global development and macroeconomics. From her groundbreaking work challenging aid dependency to her bold perspectives on emerging markets, Moyo brings a fearless clarity to the biggest economic questions of our time. In this episode, they explore the forces reshaping the global economy, the future of developing nations, and what leadership looks like when the stakes are truly global. A conversation that challenges conventional thinking and offers fresh insight into the world's most pressing economic debates. Off The Agenda is the flagship podcast from OTA Media — a leadership platform born in the City of London, operating at the intersection of capital, policy, and culture. Follow us: otamediagroup.com | @otamediagroup | @offtheagenda #Leadership #GlobalEconomics #MacroEconomics #EmergingMarkets #WomenInBusiness #OTAMedia #OffTheAgenda #DambisMoyo #SirCharlesBowman #EconomicDevelopment

    Baroness Dambisa Moyo: Dead Aid & the West's Broken Development Model
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Off The Agenda is the flagship podcast from OTA Media — a leadership platform born in the City of London, operating at the intersection of capital, policy, and culture. Hosted by Sir Charles Bowman, Brenda Emmanus OBE, Natalie Ojevah MBE and Natasha Frangos, in partnership with London Stock Exchange Group and HaysMac. Candid conversations with the most compelling leaders of our time exploring the ideas shaping business, society, and the next generation of leadership. otamediagroup.com | Insta: @otamediagroup | X: @offtheagenda

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  • Creator
    OTA Media
  • Years Active
    2021 - 2026
  • Episodes
    20
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © OTA Media
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    Off The Agenda Podcast