DJ pioneer, community builder, and proud father, Charlie Dark MBE, steps into the spotlight to share his journey of bringing people together. While "community” has become a real buzzword, for Charlie, it’s been a lifelong mission. His work has and is uniting people both on the dancefloor and in the streets.

As the founder of Run Dem Crew, a London-based running community, Charlie has impacted countless lives through the power of movement and positivity, earning an MBE along the way.

We spoke to him about his career as a DJ, his battles with mental health, the evolution of RDC, and his vision for a health-focused future across the UK in the years to come.

Timestamps

00:00:00 Introduction

00:03:30 Charlie's Early DJ Career

00:04:02 The Birth of Blacktronica

00:10:03 Mental Health In The Music Industry

00:21:46 Rediscovering Life Through Running

00:23:51 Exploring London at Night

00:30:15 What Running Teaches You About People

00:31:45 The Importance of Rules and Manifestos

00:32:25 Running Is for Everyone

00:35:45 The Birth of Run Dem Crew

00:38:24 Incubating Ideas: The Key to Success

00:46:15 Navigating Brand Relationships

00:53:10 What’s Next For Charlie Dark?

01:00:00 Wise Words

01:00:49 His MBE

23. Charlie Dark MBE on founding Run Dem Crew, how to properly build communities and his legendary DJ career.