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| QUIZ - Business or Bullshit with Andrew Craig | 01 Nov 2024 | 00:17:46 | |
EP 353 - Financial literacy expert Andrew Craig jumps in the seat to take on Andy's quiz card debate. They also delve into Universal Basic Income, the future of digital nomads, the relevance of ESG investing, the role of lawyers in business, and the potential of decentralised autonomous organisations. Chapters: 00:00 Business or Bullshit with Andrew Craig 00:30 Personal Trainers and ChatGPT 01:17 Corporate Social Responsibility 03:27 Venture Capital and Incubators 05:14 Universal Basic Income 08:35 Insurance and Alternative Investment Market 10:47 Digital Nomads and ESG Investing 13:38 EBITDA and Lawyers 15:09 Decentralised Autonomous Organisations 16:57 Wrap Up Watch us on YouTube Follow us: If you'd like to be on the show, get in contact - mail@businesswithoutbullshit.me BWB is powered by Oury Clark | |||
| Why is Britain in such a state? Plain English answers and solutions with Andrew Craig | 30 Oct 2024 | 01:10:02 | |
EP 352 - In a very timely episode, with our politicians talking about growth, budgets and black holes, we talk to author, investor and founder of Plain English Finance Andrew Craig about: > How Britain has shot itself in the foot through a series of dreadful regulations. > Why the awful state of the British economy is a function of the parlous state of the British stock market. > How improving overall financial literacy could help that. We don’t actually talk about black holes, but we suspect that one might be created somehow if Andrew ever met our previous guest Gary Stevenson in a pub. Chapters: 00:00 BWB with Andrew Craig 01:12 Meet Andrew: Financial Expert and Author 01:59 The Challenges of UK Financial Services 02:52 The Impact of Regulation on Investment 07:14 The Decline of the London Stock Market 08:22 The Role of Financial Literacy and Investment 31:14 The Rise of Passive Investing 35:09 The Crypto Conundrum 37:46 The Allure of Quick Riches and Financial Illiteracy 39:06 The Importance of Financial Education 39:41 Jordan Peterson and Mental Health 40:50 Historical Progress and Capital Markets 41:36 The Role of Biotech in Solving Global Issues 41:52 Celebrating Human Progress 43:49 The British Psyche and Economic Challenges 50:31 The Press and National Unity 56:35 The Impact of Immigration and Refugees 58:04 Capital Markets and Government Finance 01:00:50 The Future of Biotech and Personalised Health 01:02:48 Quickfire Round - Get To Know Andrew 01:08:46 Wrap Up Watch us on YouTube Follow us: If you'd like to be on the show, get in contact - mail@businesswithoutbullshit.me BWB is powered by Oury Clark | |||
| QUIZ - Business or Bullshit with Julius Stobbs | 25 Oct 2024 | 00:15:58 | |
EP 351 - Copyright lawyer Julius Stubbs jumps in the quiz seat to give Andy's business quiz cards a piece of his mind - office nap pods, Brexit, universal basic income and kangaroo insurance all make the shortlist (Julius's AUS story will have you in tears!) Chapters: 00:00 Business or Bullshit Julius Stubbs 01:10 Team Building Exercises: Business or BS? 01:58 LinkedIn? 02:22 The Insurance Rant 04:12 Universal Basic Income? 06:28 In-Office Fitness Classes. Who's in? 06:44 Diversity Quotas Debate 07:13 Brexit 08:46 Silicon Valley and Business Investments 09:03 Government Grants and R&D Tax Credits 10:20 Formal Directors Meetings 10:45 Free Ports and Regulators 11:16 Digital Nomads and Remote Work 13:14 Balancing Flexibility and Collaboration 15:04 Wrap Up Watch us on YouTube Follow us: If you'd like to be on the show, get in contact - mail@businesswithoutbullshit.me BWB is powered by Oury Clark | |||
| My IP, or not my IP that is the question. Why AI is a copyright lawyer's biggest problem with Julius Stobbs. | 23 Oct 2024 | 01:07:44 | |
EP 350 - The founder of I Am Stobbs, a specialist trademark and brand attorney firm, talks us through why even the youngest businesses should be thinking about their IP, but should spend the bare minimum on protecting it until they really need to. And when the point that they really need to protect it is likely to be. We also get into why AI is the biggest challenge facing IP, trademark and copyright law right now and why graphic designers and photographers might want to think about getting a different job as a result. Chapters: 00:00 BWB with Julius Stobbs 01:15 Meet Julius, founder of Stobbs 02:02 Understanding IP in Business 03:00 The Importance of IP Strategy 04:53 Commercial Approach to Legal Services 06:49 Challenges in IP Protection 08:56 Global IP Protection and Strategy 32:06 The Future of IP and AI 38:43 The Subtlety of Artistic Skill 39:39 AI's Impact on the Art Industry 40:24 Employment Challenges in the AI Era 42:18 The Debate on New Employment Laws 43:56 Tax Loopholes and Economic Policies 46:01 Academia vs. Entrepreneurship 53:30 Legal Services vs. Client Interests 59:23 Quickfire Round - Get To Know Julius 01:03:57 Advice for Founders and Entrepreneurs 01:07:28 Wrap Up Watch us on YouTube Follow us: If you'd like to be on the show, get in contact - mail@businesswithoutbullshit.me BWB is powered by Oury Clark | |||
| QUIZ - Business or Bullshit with Sarah Turner | 18 Oct 2024 | 00:09:56 | |
EP 349 - Female Angel Investor Sarah Turner jumps in the quiz seat this week to take on Andy's list of business conundrums - business attire, pitch decks, conferences and offshore tax havens all make the shortlist! Chapters: 00:00 Business or Bullshit with Sarah Turner 00:43 Conferences: Business or Bullshit? 01:06 Offshore Tax Havens Debate 02:41 Flying Business Class: Worth It? 03:31 Unlimited Holidays? 04:23 Charities: Business or Goodwill? 05:14 The Strangeness of Wealth 05:30 The Apologetic Rich 05:59 Celebrating Success 06:22 Drinking at Work 06:38 Family Dynasties and Business 07:08 Thought Leadership 07:34 Dressing for Success 08:25 Creating Effective Pitch Decks 09:17 Wrap Up Watch us on YouTube Follow us: If you'd like to be on the show, get in contact - mail@businesswithoutbullshit.me BWB is powered by Oury Clark | |||
| Female Investment Madness: Redressing the balance with Sarah Turner of Angel Academe | 16 Oct 2024 | 00:59:29 | |
EP 348 - Just 3% of angel investments in Europe went to all female founding teams last year. Last time we checked, half the population was female (women also own 50% of the wealth in the UK!). Sarah Turner, CEO and cofounder of investment network Angel Acadame, gives us an education about how we can redress the balance and get rid of the Silicon Valley style macho bullshit.. We talk about how the Government fundamentally misunderstands the value of entrepreneurs, why nobody, left or right, is really listening to business and why it’s perfectly OK to pitch for investment when you are pregnant. Chapters: 00:00 BWB with Sarah Turner 01:15 Meet Sarah: CEO and Co-Founder of Angel Academe 02:09 Challenges and Opportunities in Female-Led Startups 03:31 The Importance of Female Angel Investors 05:33 Unconscious Bias and Communication Differences 07:16 The Silicon Valley Model and Female Entrepreneurs 07:57 FemTech Unicorns and Gender Disparities 09:11 Angel Academe's Mission and Operations 10:26 The Role of Women in Investment and Business 18:18 Balancing Family and Entrepreneurship 26:54 The Current UK Investment Climate 32:05 Addressing Misconceptions in Business Law 32:52 Challenges Faced by Entrepreneurs 33:55 Small Business Struggles with HMRC 36:05 Angel Academe: Mission and Vision 38:16 Gender Dynamics in Investment 41:01 The Importance of Adequate Funding 42:41 Best Practices for Angel Networks 46:59 Success Stories from Angel Academy 53:46 Quickfire Round: Getting to Know Sarah 56:58 Wrap Up Watch us on YouTube Follow us: If you'd like to be on the show, get in contact - mail@businesswithoutbullshit.me BWB is powered by Oury Clark | |||
| QUIZ - Business or Bullshit with Michael Branagan-Harris | 11 Oct 2024 | 00:13:24 | |
EP 347 - Med Tech expert Michael Branagan-Harris jumps in the quiz seat alongside Andy to plough through Andy's list of business terms .. or are they? Brexit, corporation tax, Bitcoin, unlimited holidays and drinking at lunch all make the shortlist! Chapters: 00:00 Business or Bullshit with Michael Branagan-Harris 00:42 Royal Warrants and Brexit 01:25 Brexit's Impact on Business 02:35 The Future of UK Healthcare 06:41 Bitcoin, Drinking at Lunch and Unlimited Holidays 07:42 Challenges in the MedTech Industry 09:35 Charities and Pharma Influence 12:45 Wrap Up Watch us on YouTube Follow us: If you'd like to be on the show, get in contact - mail@businesswithoutbullshit.me BWB is powered by Oury Clark | |||
| Devices not Drugs: How rethinking patient care could help save the NHS with Michael Branagan-Harris | 09 Oct 2024 | 01:02:01 | |
EP 346 - We chat with the founder & CEO of Device Access - who help MedTech companies gain market access and regulatory approval - about how over regulation can stifle innovation and lead to an adverse impact on patient care and outcomes. Michael Branigan tells us about: Why US companies aren’t interested infringing their devices to the UK anymore (hint it’s cos we are tiny) Why regulation is stifling innovation, and how that is bad for all of us, but particularly the NHS He also mentions Brexit, but not for the reasons that you’d expect. Chapters: 00:00 BWB with Michael Branagan-Harris 01:51 The Changing Landscape UK MedTech 02:46 Impact of European Medical Device Regulations 04:46 Challenges in the MedTech Industry 05:55 Gov Initiatives and Their Shortcomings 07:28 Understanding Medical Device Regulations 14:42 The Role of NICE and Market Access 28:56 The Future of MedTech and Market Strategies 35:22 Affordability vs. Innovation in Healthcare 37:00 Challenges in Medtech vs. Pharma 37:39 Navigating the NHS Procurement Process 38:59 Leveraging Data for Healthcare Solutions 41:53 Global Perspectives on Healthcare Systems 49:20 The Role of MedTech in Modern Healthcare 52:12 Independent Clinical Evidence 55:34 Quick Fire Round - Get to Know Michael 01:00:06 Wrap Up and Advice for Entrepreneurs Watch us on YouTube Follow us: If you'd like to be on the show, get in contact - mail@businesswithoutbullshit.me BWB is powered by Oury Clark | |||
| QUIZ - Business or Bullshit with Dhiraj Mukherjee | 04 Oct 2024 | 00:22:32 | |
EP 345 - Shazam co-founder Dhiraj Mukherjee jumps in this week's quiz seat playing judge and jury to Andy's random list of business topics - investment TV shows, work-life balance and climate change activism all make the shortlist! Are they business or bullshit? Pull up a chair, press play and find out. Chapters: 00:00 Introduction to the Game 00:29 Investment TV Shows: Business or Bullshit? 02:19 The Early Bird Catches the Worm 03:11 Share Options: Motivating Employees 04:24 Work-Life Balance in Startups 08:21 The Role of Regulators 09:47 Hockey Stick Growth in Startups 10:20 Silicon Valley: The Hub of Innovation 11:22 Climate Change: A Generational Challenge 18:09 Brexit: A Sad Move for the Country 19:22 Imagining a Unified World 21:47 Conclusion and Farewell Watch us on YouTube Follow us: If you'd like to be on the show, get in contact - mail@businesswithoutbullshit.me BWB is powered by Oury Clark | |||
| A.I. or Die: Shazam Co-Founder Dhiraj Mukherjee explains why large language models are the operating system of this decade | 02 Oct 2024 | 01:03:42 | |
EP 344 - We catch up with Dhiraj Mukherjee, the man who successfully steered Shazam to a $400m sale to Apple, to talk impact investing, augmenting our behaviour with AI tools and why, given the rate of technological change, being taught how to learn is more important than being told what to learn. Dhiraj also takes Andy’s impromptu music quiz, we think he did OK, he thinks his son will be disappointed. Chapters: 00:00 BWB with Dhiraj Mukherjee 01:09 Meet Dheeraj 01:42 Impact Investing and Tech for Good 03:46 Challenges and Opportunities in Tech 05:24 Gender Diversity in Technology 08:16 The Role of AI in Recruitment 13:33 Climate Action and Renewable Energy 17:41 The Evolution of Shazam 21:19 The Journey of Entrepreneurship 30:32 The Future of AI and Technology 35:25 Empowering Leadership In Teams 37:18 Agile Development and Business Flexibility 38:28 The Role of AI in Software Development 39:15 The Art of Continuous Learning 42:27 The Future of Education with Tech 51:35 Balancing Growth and Sustainability in Business 52:55 Quickfire Round - Get To Know Dhiraj 01:03:12 Warp Up Watch us on YouTube Follow us: If you'd like to be on the show, get in contact - mail@businesswithoutbullshit.me BWB is powered by Oury Clark | |||
| QUIZ - Business or Bullshit with Greg Newman | 26 Sep 2024 | 00:13:24 | |
EP 343 - Oil markets expert and CEO of Onyx Capital Group, Greg Newman is in the the quiz seat to discuss and debate various business terms: office spaces in the metaverse, Xmas bonuses, flying for meetings, drinking at work and offshore tax havens are all on the table. "Business or Bullshit?" is the question! Chapters: 00:00 Business or Bullshit with Greg Newman 00:37 Office Spaces in the Metaverse: Yay or Nay? 00:58 Xmas Bonuses 02:12 Who Still Flies for One Meeting? 02:43 The Reluctance to Use Telephones 03:15 Drinking at Lunch: A Trader's Perspective 05:09 Offshore Tax Havens and Tax Fairness 08:11 Conferences and the Oil Industry 10:49 The Importance of Integrity in Business 11:43 Balancing Work and Family 12:44 Wrap Up Watch us on YouTube Follow us: If you'd like to be on the show, get in contact - mail@businesswithoutbullshit.me BWB is powered by Oury Clark | |||
| Can’t Stop Oil? Understanding Global Fossil Fuel Addiction with Greg Newman | 25 Sep 2024 | 01:19:40 | |
EP 342 - Oil. love it, hate it or just want to use less of it? Like it or not you can’t avoid it. We chat to Greg Newman, CEO of Onyx Capital Group, who helps us to unpick our planet’s tricky relationship with black gold. We talk democratising derivatives, tricky transitions and how increased transparency can help to build a fairer energy future. We also graciously allow Greg to plug his book 'World of Oil Derivatives' (OK, it’s a good book, you should read it) Chapters: 00:00 BWB with Greg Newman 01:06 Meet Greg - CEO of Onyx Capital Group 02:00 Understanding Oil Derivatives 02:15 The Financial vs. Physical Oil Market 03:29 The Role of Financial Contracts 07:34 Hedging and Price Stability 14:12 Greg's Journey in the Oil Market 15:02 The Impact of Regulation on Oil Trading 16:42 The Rise of Mandara 25:02 The Future of Oil and Market Efficiency 29:33 Global Oil Market Challenges 30:00 The Role of Market Efficiency 31:10 Trading Dynamics and Market Influence 31:33 Transparency and Market Fairness 33:37 Democratising Oil Trading 35:40 The Impact of Sentiment on Prices 37:44 Regulation and Market Self-Regulation 38:05 The Future of Oil and Renewables 56:34 The Role of Petrochemicals 56:54 The Problem of Oil and Lubricants 57:03 China's Strategic Moves in Petrochemicals 57:45 Tech Advancements and Market Shifts 58:00 The Impact of COVID on Market Trends 58:09 Challenges Faced by Oil Companies 59:05 Investment Shifts and Market Realities 59:40 The Role of Media and Public Perception 01:00:15 Engaging Retail Investors 01:01:13 Understanding Oil Contracts and Market Dynamics 01:01:56 Personal Insights and Reflections 01:07:39 Quickfire Round - Get To Know Greg Watch us on YouTube Follow us: If you'd like to be on the show, get in contact - mail@businesswithoutbullshit.me BWB is powered by Oury Clark | |||
| QUIZ -Business or Bullshit with Bianca Miller-Cole | 19 Sep 2024 | 00:13:04 | |
EP 341 - The Apprentice former contestant and Forbes '30 under 30' honouree entrepreneur Bianca Miller Cole jumps in the quiz seat discussing Andy's list of terms and concepts - founder's egos, mandatory lunch breaks, unlimited holidays, and family dynasties are all up for debate! Chapters: 00:00 Business or Bullshit with Bianca Miller-Cole 00:33 Debating Founders' Egos 01:03 The Role of Money in Business 02:15 Mandatory Hour-Long Lunch Breaks 03:23 Unlimited Holidays: Pros and Cons 04:43 Equal Paternity Leave 07:58 The Importance of Contracts 09:29 Family Dynasties in Business 10:47 The Art of Bluffing in Business 11:36 Thought Leadership 12:50 Wrap Up Watch us on YouTube Follow us: If you'd like to be on the show, get in contact - mail@businesswithoutbullshit.me BWB is powered by Oury Clark | |||
| Redefining Nude: Bianca Miller-Cole Talks Honesty, Entrepreneurship and Asking for Help | 18 Sep 2024 | 01:14:12 | |
EP 340 - Bianca talks about how she went from ‘first loser’ on The Apprentice to being an award winning entrepreneur featured on Forbes 30 under 30. We chat about society’s attitudes to failure and gender, how this impacts people professionally and why personal branding helps to improve your confidence in the workplace. Bianca also talks about balancing career and motherhood, and how family and personal connections are important for both. Andy also forgets the American word for braces. Chapters: 00:00 BWB with Bianca Miller-Cole 00:49 Meet Bianca: Entrepreneur and Author 02:12 Balancing Motherhood and Entrepreneurship 05:02 The Apprentice Experience 06:38 Understanding Personal Branding 13:29 The Importance of Confidence in Business 20:30 Training and Development in Small Businesses 29:31 Bianca's Diverse Business Ventures 36:30 Cultural Attitudes Towards Failure 39:12 The Role of Personal Branding 40:32 Entrepreneurship and Taxation 46:18 Public Speaking and Confidence Building 49:30 Gender Dynamics in the Workplace 55:19 Balancing Work and Personal Life 56:50 Long-Term Goals and Mentorship 59:14 Frustrations with Taxation and Governance 01:06:08 Quickfire Round - Get To Know Bianca Watch us on YouTube Follow us: If you'd like to be on the show, get in contact - mail@businesswithoutbullshit.me BWB is powered by Oury Clark | |||
| QUIZ - Business or Bullshit with Wankernomics | 12 Sep 2024 | 00:10:25 | |
EP 339 - Notorious Australian comedy act Wankernomics aka Charles Firth and James Schloeffel jump in the quiz seats this week vetting Andy's business terms as either business or bullshit: flying business class, spending time with kids versus building a business, offshore tax havens, and more is paddled on the table. Chapters: 00:00 Business or Bullshit with Wankernomics 00:34 Face-to-Face Meetings: Business or Bullshit? 02:30 Flying Business Class: Worth It? 03:45 Conferences: Business or Bullshit? 04:16 Balancing Work and Family 05:30 Offshore Tax Havens: Myths and Realities 08:05 Drinking at Lunch: Good Idea? 09:05 Working from Home vs. Office 10:03 Wrap Up Watch us on YouTube Follow us: If you'd like to be on the show, get in contact - mail@businesswithoutbullshit.me BWB is powered by Oury Clark | |||
| Wankernomics 101: Exposing the Bullsh*t Behind Corporate Culture | 11 Sep 2024 | 01:01:20 | |
EP 338 - Charles Firth and James Schloeffel otherwise known as Wankernomics are an Australian comedy act famed for their (piss)take on today’s absurdities of workplace culture, capitalism, and the corporate world. Our unfiltered chat exposes the concealed incompetence behind business jargon and workplace language. We discuss generational and cultural differences in communication, the role of humour in office dynamics, and insights from the Edinburgh Fringe Festival. We talk about how to navigate corporate jargon with a comedic edge, the power of humour in dealing with life, and why comedy censorship qualifies for the big bin of bullshit. Chapters: 00:00 BWB with Wankernomics 00:42 Meet James and Charles 01:32 The Absurdities of Workplace Jargon 03:25 The Origins of Corporate Buzzwords 06:32 Emails and Passive Aggression 13:42 Cultural Differences in Business Communication 18:52 The Role of Humour in the Workplace 23:22 The Edinburgh Fringe Experience 25:51 Future Plans for Wankonomics 30:57 The Brutal Nature of Comedy Feedback 31:30 The Unique Environment of Comedy 32:05 Comedy vs. Other Art Forms 32:58 Breaking Down Business Silos 34:01 The Role of Social Media in Comedy 34:38 Comedy in Different Markets 35:53 The Art of Business Meetings 38:14 British Hospitality and Productivity 44:33 Personal Relationships in Business 45:36 Challenges and Cock-Ups in Comedy 46:13 The Role of Agents in Comedy 53:25 The Bullshit in Comedy 57:38 Humour in Difficult Times 01:00:03 Wrap Up Watch us on YouTube Follow us: If you'd like to be on the show, get in contact - mail@businesswithoutbullshit.me BWB is powered by Oury Clark | |||
| QUIZ - Business or Bullshit with Kevin Gaskell | 05 Sep 2024 | 00:12:25 | |
EP 337 - Former CEO of Porsche, BMW and Lamborghini, Kevin Gaskell jumps in the quiz seat to discuss and debate various business practices - from TikTok to corporate gifting, from metaverse offices to B Corp certifications, Kevin shares his wise and candid views. NDAs, alternative investment markets, and physical meetings vs. virtual ones also make the shortlist. Chapters: 00:00 Business or Bullshit with Kevin Gaskell 00:37 TikTok: Business or Bullshit? 01:07 Corporate Gifting: Building Relationships 01:39 Metaverse Office Spaces: Real or Fake? 02:27 Understanding B Corp and ESG 03:42 Sweat Equity: The Entrepreneur's Dilemma 04:58 NDAs: Necessary or Not? 05:35 Alternative Investment Markets (AIM) 06:17 Christmas Bonuses 08:14 Asking Favours: The Right Way 10:03 E-Meetings: The Future of Work? 12:13 Wrap Up Watch us on YouTube Follow us: If you'd like to be on the show, get in contact - mail@businesswithoutbullshit.me BWB is powered by Oury Clark | |||
| Kevin Gaskell on Leadership Secrets of Porsche, BMW & Lamborghini's UK Success | 04 Sep 2024 | 01:25:07 | |
EP 336 - Kevin was CEO of Porsche, Lamborghini and BMW in the UK who led the companies to hugely successful turnarounds and business growth. He remains actively involved in numerous companies worldwide, as both a founder investor and chairman, currently including the UK’s fastest-growing fibre network provider. To date, Kevin and his teams have created over £4 billion in shareholder value, making him one of the UK’s Top 40 leaders. We discuss Kevin's remarkable journey, both personal and professional: from transforming luxury brands into thriving enterprises to becoming the oldest man to row the Pacific Ocean at age 66! Kevin reflects on his career challenges, his hands-on business strategies, and his commitment to fostering entrepreneurship through his initiative, Smarter Britain. We recount Kevin's thrilling experiences of rowing the Atlantic, drawing parallels between his survival endeavours and business strategies. Kevin also explains why government inefficiencies qualify for the big bin of bullshit. Chapters: 00:00 BWB with Kevin Gaskell 01:27 Kevin's Current Ventures 02:14 The State of UK Fibre Infrastructure 03:40 Kevin's Business Philosophy 04:34 From Civil Engineer to Business Leader 05:23 Turning Around Porsche 16:39 BMW's Transformation 22:44 Managing Corporate Culture and Unions 41:07 Acquiring and Building Epics 41:44 A Business Failure in South Africa 44:01 Lessons Learned from Business Failures 45:04 Current Ventures and Future Plans 45:35 Introducing Smarter Britain 48:37 Supporting Small Businesses and Entrepreneurs 56:51 Frustrations with Government and Taxes 01:08:46 Fun Questions and Personal Insights 01:14:51 Adrenaline Junkie: Adventures and Challenges 01:24:42 Wrap Up Watch us on YouTube Follow us: If you'd like to be on the show, get in contact - mail@businesswithoutbullshit.me BWB is powered by Oury Clark | |||
| QUIZ - Business or Bullshit with Dave Birss | 29 Aug 2024 | 00:22:10 | |
EP 335 - Generative AI educator and author David Birss takes the business or bullshit quiz offering his insights on various topics. From client lunches to golden parachutes and tax systems, David shares his candid views and has a very strong message for all TikTokers! Chapters: 00:00 Business or Bullshit with Dave Birss 00:46 Silicon Roundabout and Client Lunches 02:56 R&D Tax Credits and Fraud 05:05 Dress for Success? 07:33 Golden Parachutes and Employment Law 12:30 Trickle Down Economics and Wealth Disparity 15:56 Digital Nomads and Tax Avoidance 18:02 Message for all TikTokers 21:37 Wrap Up Watch us on YouTube Follow us: If you'd like to be on the show, get in contact - mail@businesswithoutbullshit.me BWB is powered by Oury Clark | |||
| Dave Birss on The Sensible AI Manifesto | 28 Aug 2024 | 01:23:03 | |
EP 334 - Dave is a renowned speaker, advisor and educator in Generative AI, and author of The Sensible AI Manifesto. We discuss the real-world applications of AI in business, common misconceptions and productivity myths while exploring the ethical, economic, and creative implications of integrating AI. Dave shares his transition from a creative director to an AI educator, discusses the Sensible AI Manifesto, and emphasises the importance of responsible AI use to augment human abilities. We also discuss the necessity of human creativity, quality training, and continuous learning in maximising AI's potential. Dave also explains why corporate attitude towards staff training qualifies for the big bin of bullsh*t. Chapters: 00:00 BWB with Dave Birss 01:48 The Sensible AI Manifesto 03:18 Challenges with AI Implementation 03:48 AI and Productivity Myths 07:27 The Human Impact of AI 16:33 AI in Warfare and Global Threats 26:11 Training and Education in AI 32:22 Cultural Attitudes Towards Training 33:52 Political and Social Commentary 43:27 The Misconception of AI's Capabilities 44:51 The Art of Prompting AI 47:35 A Journey Through Music and Creativity 52:11 The Intersection of AI and Human Potential 01:00:12 Challenges and Missteps in Innovation 01:02:27 The Importance of Human-Centric AI 01:11:46 Quickfire Round - Get To Know Dave 01:20:52 Dave's Top Business Tips Watch us on YouTube Follow us: If you'd like to be on the show, get in contact - mail@businesswithoutbullshit.me BWB is powered by Oury Clark | |||
| QUIZ - Business or Bullshit with Bill Grimsey | 22 Aug 2024 | 00:05:09 | |
Prolific ex-CEO and the man responsible for saving UK chain store giants Wickes and Iceland - Bill Grimsey - is in the quiz seat tackling topics like monthly management accounts, first mover advantage, golden parachutes and digital nomads, reflecting on his own experiences and sharing his unfiltered opinions ;) Chapters: 00:00 Business or Bullshit with Bill Grimsey 00:37 Monthly Management Accounts: Biz or BS? 00:45 Debating Incubators and First Mover Advantage 02:14 Golden Parachutes and Client Lunches 03:05 Loving What You Do and Lifestyle Businesses 03:39 Free Ports and Digital Nomads 04:57 Wrap Up Watch us on YouTube Follow us: If you'd like to be on the show, get in contact - mail@businesswithoutbullshit.me BWB is powered by Oury Clark | |||
| Bill Grimsey on Reviving Towns, The Future of Retail, and Calling Out Corporate Greed | 21 Aug 2024 | 01:26:34 | |
EP 332 - Bill has been a serial CEO, Director and Non-Exec spanning a 40 year career in retail working for companies like Tesco, Budgens, and earning a reputation for his role in masterminding the recovery of DIY group Wickes and the Iceland Group. Bill is also the author of The Grimsey Reviews 1 and 2 which were both widely acclaimed with local governments both here in the UK and abroad adopting many of his key recommendations. We discuss Bill's efforts to revitalise town centres, the shortcomings of government reports, and his influential Grimsey Reviews. We cover the evolution of retail, challenges like Amazon's market dominance, and the problem of tax avoidance by wealthy individuals and corporations. Bill also offers priceless advice for entrepreneurs and explains why modern automated customer service qualifies for the big bin of bullsh*t. Chapters: 00:00 BWB with Bill Grimsey 00:54 The Grimsey Reviews: Independent and Influential 01:34 Challenges and Changes in Retail 03:12 Success Stories: Transforming Towns 05:19 The Role of Leadership in Town Regeneration 07:17 Impact of Amazon Tech on Retail 08:49 Revitalising Town Centres 11:27 The Importance of Vision and Leadership 11:49 Challenges in Local Government and Privatisation 23:30 Advice for Entrepreneurs 26:37 Political Landscape and Leadership 47:27 Class Tensions and Education in the UK 48:17 Personal Education Journeys 50:23 The Importance of Mentors 52:10 Private Equity and Its Impact 01:00:41 Challenges in Retail and Technology 01:05:36 Taxation and Wealth 01:14:44 Customer Service in Retail 01:21:55 Quickfire Round - Getting to know Bill Watch us on YouTube Follow us: If you'd like to be on the show, get in contact - mail@businesswithoutbullshit.me BWB is powered by Oury Clark | |||
| QUIZ - Business or Bullshit with Paul Webster | 15 Aug 2024 | 00:12:09 | |
EP 331 - International trade expert Paul Webster takes the quiz seat giving us his views on various terms as either business or bullshit - equal paternity leave policies, British politeness in business, foreign espionage risks and adult entertainment industry all make the shortlist! Chapters: 00:00 Business or Bullshit with Paul Webster 00:54 Debate on Equal Paternity Leave 03:54 Discussion on British Politeness 05:30 Hashtags and Social Media 06:40 Foreign Espionage Risks 07:31 Influencers and Public Messaging 09:00 Porn and OnlyFans: controversial? 11:20 Final Thoughts and Scores Watch us on YouTube Follow us: If you'd like to be on the show, get in contact - mail@businesswithoutbullshit.me BWB is powered by Oury Clark | |||
| Paul Webster’s Playbook for International Trade Expansion | 14 Aug 2024 | 01:07:07 | |
EP 330 - Paul is Principal of International Expansion Partners (IEP) and AUS UK. His career spans both the private and public sectors having worked in financial services and management consulting in Australia before moving into the international investment sector. Paul shares his expertise on the potential of the Oz UK Free Trade Agreement (FTA), SME opportunities in government procurement, and cultural nuances between the UK and Australia. He also gives invaluable tips for founders on international expansion, making the most of free resources, and managing organisational change. Essential listening for founders and entrepreneurs looking to expand their business internationally. Chapters: 00:00 BWB with Paul Webster 00:56 Exciting Developments in UK-AUS Trade 01:32 Government Procurement Opportunities for SMEs 02:30 Challenges and Opportunities in UK-AUS Trade 03:43 The Complexity of UK and AUS Banking Systems 07:49 The Impact of Free Trade on Food and Drink 13:57 Cultural Differences in Business Practices 23:04 Paul's Career Journey 23:14 The Role of International Expansion Partners 34:06 Navigating Government and Bureaucracy 37:23 Rebranding Controversy 38:19 Government Support for Businesses 40:04 Challenges for Small Businesses 44:45 Lessons from Personal Mistakes 50:46 Effective Communication Strategies 59:58 Quickfire Round - Getting To Know Paul 01:06:32 Wrap Up Watch us on YouTube Follow us: If you'd like to be on the show, get in contact - mail@businesswithoutbullshit.me BWB is powered by Oury Clark | |||
| QUIZ - Business or Bullshit with Kate Ancketill | 08 Aug 2024 | 00:11:49 | |
EP 329 - Global Thought Leader in Business Futurism - Kate Ancketill - is the quiz seat this week tackling Andy's list of subjects as 'business' or 'bullshit' - family dynasties, DAOs, corporate gifting and Labour government are all on the list! Chapters: 00:00 Business or Bullshit with Kate Ancketill 00:28 Family Dynasties: Business or Bullshit? 01:16 DAOs - Yay or Nay? 01:56 Multiple Careers: Focus or Fail? 02:14 Royal Warrants: Prestige or Pointless? 03:13 Enterprise Zones: Opportunity or Illusion? 03:53 The Etiquette of Asking 'How Are You?' 05:11 B Corps: Genuine Effort or Paperwork? 06:25 The Metaverse: Future or Fad? 08:02 Corporate Gifting: Generosity or Corruption? 09:57 Labour Government: Hope or Hype? 11:25 Final Score and Wrap Up Watch us on YouTube Follow us: If you'd like to be on the show, get in contact - mail@businesswithoutbullshit.me BWB is powered by Oury Clark | |||
| Kate Ancketill's Blueprint for the Future of Consumer Behaviour | 07 Aug 2024 | 01:46:42 | |
EP 328 - Kate is a global thought-leader in business futurism and CEO of GDR - Creative Intelligence which is renowned for blending big picture context with insights from industry experts to predict the impact of new technologies and consumer behaviours on commerce. In this extended episode, we discuss pressing retail and business trends, the impact of global macro forces on retail, sustainable practices, and the challenges of profitability amidst de-globalisation. Kate emphasises experiential retail, evolving consumer behaviour, and the necessity for businesses to adapt to demographic and economic shifts. We also addresses the rise in retail theft and its economic impacts, housing challenges, and the future role of empathic AI in transforming consumer interactions and societal structures. Chapters: 00:00 BWB with Kate Ancketill 01:21 Understanding Macro Forces and Trends 02:01 Consulting for Billion-Dollar Corporations 02:33 The Impact of AI and Future Technologies 06:37 Concerns Keeping Business Leaders Awake 13:23 The End of Mass Consumption 14:39 Sustainability and the Circular Economy 32:21 Reviving the High Street 44:08 The Decline of Department Stores 45:07 The Rise of Experiential Retail 45:39 Selfridges: A Case Study 48:31 The Role of Social Media in Modern Retail 52:30 The Impact of AI on Retail 01:01:56 The Complexities of U.S. Expansion 01:11:33 Economic Challenges and Consumer Behaviour 01:13:20 Retail Theft and Its Consequences 01:14:25 Retail Crime and Its Impact on Society 01:16:41 Housing Market Challenges and Solutions 01:19:41 The Decline in Birth Rates and Its Implications 01:22:00 Kate's Bullshit in Business 01:25:04 Quickfire Round - Get To Know Kate 01:36:13 The Future of AI and Its Potential 01:46:19 Wrap Up Watch us on YouTube Follow us: If you'd like to be on the show, get in contact - mail@businesswithoutbullshit.me BWB is powered by Oury Clark | |||
| QUIZ - Business or Bullshit with Nick Matthews | 01 Aug 2024 | 00:09:29 | |
EP 327 - Culture Amp's Vice President and General Manger Nick Matthews is in this week's quiz seat tackling Andy and Philippa's list of terms including Labour Government, Influencer, Reinventing The Wheel, Oligopoly and more! Watch us on YouTube Follow us: If you'd like to be on the show, get in contact - mail@businesswithoutbullshit.me BWB is powered by Oury Clark | |||
| Nick Matthews on Redefining Employee Experience | 31 Jul 2024 | 00:54:13 | |
EP 326 - Nick is Vice President and General Manager at Culture Amp - the world’s leading employee experience platform, revolutionising how 25 million employees in over 6,500 companies create a better world of work. We discuss the ever-increasing complexities businesses, especially HR, face due to socio-economic changes since 2016, Brexit, Covid, inflation .. the whole lot! Nick explains how CultureAmp helps businesses improve employee engagement and performance management with data-driven insights, emphasising the importance of company values and psychological safety in creating a high-performing workforce. We touch on the intersection of culture, technology, and leadership in today's unpredictable world, and Nick explains why the woke culture around In-Office Work qualifies for the big bin of bullsh*t! Watch us on YouTube Follow us: If you'd like to be on the show, get in contact - mail@businesswithoutbullshit.me BWB is powered by Oury Clark | |||
| QUIZ - Business or Bullshit with Tando Matanda | 25 Jul 2024 | 00:12:38 | |
EP 325 - Musa Ventures CEO is in the quiz seat this week debating 'business or bullshit?' terms like Instagram and TikTok, breakfast meetings, founder's egos and family businesses and the critical role of mentors. Chapters: 00:00 BWB with Tando Matanda 00:35 Social Media Platforms 02:18 Breakfast Meetings: Love or Hate? 03:29 Investment TV Shows: Biz or BS? 04:20 Founders' Egos and Narcissism 05:35 The Futility of Five-Year Forecasts 07:20 The Importance of Mentors 07:55 Internal Meetings: Keep Them Short 08:36 Family Business Dynamics 12:07 Wrap Up Watch us on YouTube Follow us: If you'd like to be on the show, get in contact - mail@businesswithoutbullshit.me BWB is powered by Oury Clark | |||
| Tando Matanda on Financial Inclusion and Bridging Gaps in Venture Capital Funding | 24 Jul 2024 | 00:56:33 | |
EP 324 - Tando is cofounder and CEO of Musa - the world’s first Intelligent Venture Assessment platform who are re-defining the funding process for startups and SMEs Musa aims to provide strategic advice, direction and access to capital to facilitate SMEs development through using digital tools and insights, while also connecting them to funding networks. Tando discusses the challenges faced by entrepreneurs in securing capital, the disconnect between entrepreneurs and financiers, and how Musa aims to solve these issues through advanced data analytics and venture health assessments. We also touch on the impact of financial inclusion, the struggles of minority and female entrepreneurs in securing funding, and the importance of education and strategic planning in building successful businesses. And Tando explains why she thinks unrealistic startup targets set by investors qualify for the big bin of bullsh*t! Chapters: 00:00 BWB with Tando Matanda 01:25 Challenges in Business Financing 02:09 Understanding the Funding Gap 02:26 The Language Barrier in Finance 04:07 Strategic Business Growth 11:35 The Role of Data and Analytics 18:16 Global Expansion and Future Plans 30:21 Fintech Industry Insights 31:18 Unrealistic Expectations for Female Founders 32:26 The Venture Capital Dilemma 33:08 Challenges in Raising Capital 35:26 The Role of Banks in Financial Inclusion 38:01 The Changing Landscape of Banking 41:49 Quickfire Round - Getting to Know Tando 51:46 Advice for Entrepreneurs 55:51 Wrap Up Watch us on YouTube Follow us: If you'd like to be on the show, get in contact - mail@businesswithoutbullshit.me BWB is powered by Oury Clark | |||
| QUIZ - Business or Bullshit with Alison Coward | 18 Jul 2024 | 00:09:39 | |
EP 323 - Team culture coach, workshop facilitator and author Alison Coward is in the quiz seat this week letting us know whether Andy and Pippa's list of terms are either business or bullshit - conservative government, charities, dog airlines, client lunches and more! Chapters: 00:00 Business or Bullshit with Alison Coward 00:42 Government and Charities: Controversial? 01:37 Digital Nomads and Pet Travel 02:46 Client Lunches: Business or Distraction? 03:43 Thought Leadership: Business or BS? 04:54 Incubators and Oligopolies 06:05 Growth Hackers and Business Plans 08:20 Scoring and Wrap Up Watch us on YouTube Follow us: If you'd like to be on the show, get in contact - mail@businesswithoutbullshit.me BWB is powered by Oury Clark | |||
| Alison Coward's Guide To High-Performing Team Cultures | 17 Jul 2024 | 01:09:20 | |
EP 322 - Alison is a team culture coach, workshop facilitator, keynote speaker and author. She is also the founder of Bracket - a consultancy that partners with companies to help them build high-performing team cultures. Clients include Google, Meta and the V&A. We discuss Alison's expertise in facilitation, the challenges posed by rapidly evolving technology, and the significance of effective communication in team development. We also cover psychological safety, structured collaboration, and Alison explains why facilitation itself can qualify for the big bin of bullsh*t! Chapters: 00:00 BWB with Alison Coward 02:16 The Impact of Technological Advancement 04:43 The Art of Effective Collaboration 07:25 Balancing Technology and Human Skills 14:41 The Importance of Structured Team Meetings 22:49 Challenges of Growing a Business 30:44 The Role of Workshops in Team Culture 38:29 Debating the Value of Update Meetings 38:51 Peer Coaching in Professional Firms 39:50 Leadership and Ego in Professional Firms 43:22 The Importance of Psychological Safety 45:41 Journey into Workshop Facilitation 53:43 The Role and Impact of Facilitators 01:00:30 Quickfire Round - Get To Know Alison 01:04:14 Advice for Entrepreneurs and Founders 01:08:40 Wrap Up You can watch on YouTube Follow us: If you'd like to be on the show, get in contact - mail@businesswithoutbullshit.me BWB is powered by Oury Clark | |||
| QUIZ - Business or Bullshit with Dr Steve Keen | 11 Jul 2024 | 00:10:38 | |
EP 321 - Steve's in the seat this week with a paddle in hand telling whether he thinks our quiz terms are business or just plain BS - family businesses, business plans, Boeing's decline and thought leadership all get a good rinse Chapters: 00:00 Business or Bullshit with Dr. Steve Keen 00:30 Family Business: Good or Bad? 01:18 The Reality of Business Plans 02:39 Golden Parachutes and Retirement 03:26 Climate Change - Good For Business? 05:49 Financial Regulation and Its Flaws 08:05 Oligopoly and Market Dynamics 09:59 Final Thoughts on Thought Leadership 10:26 Wrap Up Follow us: If you'd like to be on the show, get in contact - mail@businesswithoutbullshit.me BWB is powered by Oury Clark | |||
| Dr Steve Keen on Climate, Energy, and Ravel | 10 Jul 2024 | 01:29:26 | |
EP 320 - Steve is a professor, a world leading critic of neo-classical economics, and a major contributor to the development of an alternative monetary approach to economics. We discuss the urgent need to debunk mainstream economic theories, particularly those ignoring climate change and energy integration, and advocate for substantial paradigm shifts in addressing these issues. Steve introduces Ravel - his innovative software revolutionising data analysis. He also emphasises the need for more engineers and scientists in leadership roles, supporting his arguments with personal anecdotes and reflections on his experiences and ambitions. Chapters: 00:00 BWB with Dr Steve Keen 01:08 Climate Change and Economics 01:43 Introducing Ravel: A Revolutionary Software 03:21 The Problem with Spreadsheets 04:29 The Complexity of Economic Systems 08:56 The Role of AI in Data Analysis 16:29 Flaws in Economic Surveys and Data Collection 19:13 The Greek System of Sortition and Modern Politics 30:59 The Paradigm Shift in Science and Economics 44:41 The Financial Crisis and Economic Theories 48:17 Shifting Expectations and Risky Investments 48:47 Current Economic Cycle and Private Debt 49:32 Neoclassical Economics and Interest Rates 51:28 Inflation and Markups 52:40 The Ignored Problem of Private Debt 01:22:19 China's Economic Approach and Global Comparisons 01:24:40 Wrap Up Follow us: If you'd like to be on the show, get in contact - mail@businesswithoutbullshit.me BWB is powered by Oury Clark | |||
| QUIZ - Business or Bullshit with Penny Mallory | 04 Jul 2024 | 00:13:52 | |
EP 319 - mental toughness expert Penny Mallory is in this week's quiz seat sharing her candid 'business or bullshit' opinions on Andy's and Pippa's list of business terms. Political faith, societal roles, and the importance of politeness being subject to much debate! Chapters: 00:00 Business or Bullshit with Penny Mallory 00:35 Corporate Gifting - Good or Bad? 01:24 Hashtags and Social Media 01:55 Foreign Espionage Risk 02:17 Labour Government and Politics 05:39 Politeness in Business 07:13 Influencers - Yay or Nay? 08:19 Multiple Careers and Side Hustles 09:12 Equal Paternity Leave Debate 12:23 Wrap Up Follow us: If you'd like to be on the show, get in contact - mail@businesswithoutbullshit.me BWB is powered by Oury Clark | |||
| Penny Mallory's Secrets to Mental Toughness and Success | 03 Jul 2024 | 01:12:58 | |
EP 318 - Penny is a leading authority and keynote speaker who specialises in helping people develop mental toughness. Her speaking highlights include TedX, Microsoft, Google, Santander, Coca-Cola, NatWest, Waitrose and Sony. Penny shares her powerful story of overcoming a challenging childhood and homelessness to achieve remarkable success as a keynote speaker and Rally Driving champion We discuss the significance of mental toughness, providing methods to manage stress and navigate the high-pressure speaking industry. Penny speaks about her future plans to row across the Atlantic (!) offering insights on facing fears and leveraging physical activity. She also explains why many public speakers qualify for the big bin of bullsh*t Chapters: 00:00 BWB with Penny Mallory 01:42 Challenges of A Public Speaker 03:43 Recommendations in the Speaking Business 06:08 Social Media and Marketing as a Speaker 07:42 Developing Mental Toughness 18:21 Penny's Journey into Rally Driving 20:42 Overcoming Personal Challenges 36:02 Transition to Public Speaking and TV 39:28 The Power of Talking About It 41:39 Entrepreneurial Spirit and Self-Employment 42:38 Penny's Long-Term Goals 43:40 Rowing the Atlantic 46:51 Penny's Personal Struggles and Resilience 01:02:46 Bullsh*t in Business - Public Speakers! 01:05:06 Quick Fire Round - Get To Know Penny Follow us: If you'd like to be on the show, get in contact - mail@businesswithoutbullshit.me BWB is powered by Oury Clark | |||
| SPECIAL - Living with Cancer - In memory of Juliet Oury pt. 3 | 26 Jun 2024 | 00:44:37 | |
EP 317 - Recorded on the 6th March 2023, Andy Oury reunites with his sister and parter at Oury Clark, Juliet Oury who was diagnosed with Pancreatic Cancer on the 30th September 2022, and who sadly passed away on 7th June 2023. They have an emotional and candid discussion about Juliet's ongoing battle with cancer - the challenges faced with treatments, the impact on Juliet's personal life, her matchmaking antics in hospital. Even the quality of hospital tea and biscuits gets put under the hammer! Throughout, they emphasise the importance of living life to the fullest, cherishing support systems, and maintaining a positive outlook despite the circumstances. Chapters: 00:00 BWB with Juliet Oury 00:39 Juliet's Chemo Journey 04:35 Juliet's Hospital Experiences 07:53 Juliet's Matchmaking Plans 11:27 Reflections on Life and Future Plans 18:39 Cancer Journey and Medical Insights 21:38 The Struggle with Lifestyle Changes 22:07 Weight Loss and Diet Challenges 23:20 The Frustration with Uncertain Treatments 27:01 Telling Family and Friends 29:14 Planning a Memorable Party 34:01 Reflections on Professional Life 41:26 The Future of Oury Clark 43:03 Cherishing the Present and Looking Ahead Follow us: If you'd like to be on the show, get in contact - mail@businesswithoutbullshit.me BWB is powered by Oury Clark | |||
| QUIZ - Business or Bullshit with Anita Mendiratta | 20 Jun 2024 | 00:12:44 | |
EP 316 - Advisor to the UN Tourism Secretary General, Anita Mendiratta jumps in the quiz seat this week debating whether there's 'business' or 'bullshit' in things like influencers, corporate gifting, hashtags and royal warrants We also discuss the anti-bribery act, corporate gifting done right and the importance of etiquette and politeness in business and everyday life. Chapters: 00:00 Business or Bullshit with Anita Mendiratta 00:55 Debating Influencers: Business or Bullshit? 02:36 Political Talk: Labour Government 03:06 Media and Corporate Gifting 05:15 Foreign Espionage and Royal Warrants 08:45 Politeness in Business 12:14 Wrap Up Follow us: If you'd like to be on the show, get in contact - mail@businesswithoutbullshit.me BWB is powered by Oury Clark | |||
| Anita Mendiratta's Guide to Travel Recovery | 18 Jun 2024 | 01:35:45 | |
EP 315 - Anita is a global strategic advisor and Board Member in Leadership, Tourism & Development. Since 2020, Anita has been guiding leaders and educators in the recovery of Travel, Tourism and Aviation in a post-COVID world through her international consulting firm - Anita Mendiratta & Associates. Our conversation maps across the impact of COVID-19 on global travel, the essential role tourism plays in global economies, the challenges and recovery efforts in tourism-dependent regions, and the transformative power of travel. Anita shares insights into post-COVID travel patterns, the resurgence of domestic tourism, and the broader social and economic implications of the industry. She also explains why the lack of consideration for tourism qualifies for the big bin of bullsh*t. Spotify Video Chapters: 00:00 BWB with Anita Mendiratta 01:13 The Importance of Tourism 02:24 Challenges in the Tourism Industry 03:52 The Multiplier Effect of Tourism 07:10 Domestic vs. International Tourism 18:12 Tourism Etiquette and Over-Tourism 34:41 Leadership and Global Perspectives 38:55 Reflecting on Societal Progress 39:48 Freedom of Speech in Different Cultures 41:03 Qualified Opinions and Cultural Understanding 42:34 Role and Impact of an Executive in Residence 44:17 Personal Journey and Passion for Travel 46:08 Challenges and Rewards of Tourism 54:58 The Importance of the Royal Family in Tourism 01:00:50 Tourism's Role in Global Connectivity 01:14:03 The Future of Tourism Post-COVID 01:16:22 Quickfire Round - Get To Know Anita 01:23:35 Tips for Founders and Entrepreneurs 01:34:58 Business or Bullshit Quiz 01:47:19 Wrap Up Follow us: If you'd like to be on the show, get in contact - mail@businesswithoutbullshit.me BWB is powered by Oury Clark | |||
| QUIZ - Business or Bullshit with Dr Simon Chard | 13 Jun 2024 | 00:10:29 | |
EP 314 - PARLA co-founder Dr Simon Chard jumps in the seat to decide whether Andy and Pippa's quiz topics are genuine or just plan nonsense - B Corps, Mentors, "Fake it till you make it", Written Contracts and Founder Egos to name a few. Chapters: 00:00 Business or Bullshit with Dr Simon Chard 00:45 Exploring B Corps 02:31 Debating Business Practices 04:59 Social Media and Personal Branding 06:15 Investment TV Shows and Business Ethics 09:28 Wrap Up Follow us: If you'd like to be on the show, get in contact - mail@businesswithoutbullshit.me BWB is powered by Oury Clark | |||
| Dr. Simon Chard's Battle Against Plastic in Oral Care | 11 Jun 2024 | 01:05:29 | |
EP 313 - Simon is a leading UK cosmetic dentist and co-founder of the sustainable oral care brand PARLA, as seen on Dragon’s Den We discuss PARLA's pioneering methods for reducing single-use plastics in dentistry with products like toothpaste tablets and plastic-free floss. We talk about the environmental impact of traditional oral care products, the intricacies of launching a sustainable business, and the hurdles faced by dentists and startups. We also discuss the importance and strategies to manage stress and prevent burnout, and highlight the benefits of disconnecting from constant digital connectivity. Simon also explains why greenwashing and gimmicks qualify for the big bin of bullsh*t. Spotify Video Chapters: 00:00 BWB with Dr. Simon Chard 00:14 The Problem with Toothpaste Tubes 00:44 Introducing Perla: A Sustainable Solution 01:38 The Environmental Impact of Plastic 02:19 Innovative Oral Care Products 02:53 Challenges in the Oral Care Industry 07:19 Health Concerns and Ingredients in Toothpaste 11:07 Mental Health in Dentistry 13:30 The Dragon's Den Experience 15:35 Entrepreneurial Journey and Future Plans 34:52 Cosmetic Dentistry and Market Trends 37:27 Public Perception and Media Influence 39:41 The Dentist Stereotype in Media 40:37 Public Health and Dental Care 41:21 Children's Oral Health Crisis 42:08 Government's Role in Health Education 43:11 The Importance of Prevention 44:55 Personal Health Advice 48:10 The Role of Mentors 49:00 Challenges in the Food Industry 51:03 Greenwashing in Consumer Products 52:33 Quickfire Round - Getting To Know Simon 58:11 Mental Health in Startups 01:04:48 Business or Bullshit Game 01:14:02 Wrap Up Simon's recommendations: The Almanac of Naval Ravikant (book) Unstressable - Mo Gowdat (book) Follow us: If you'd like to be on the show, get in contact - mail@businesswithoutbullshit.me BWB is powered by Oury Clark | |||
| QUIZ - Business or Bullshit with Adam Biddle | 06 Jun 2024 | 00:11:31 | |
EP 312 - GH05T CEO Adam Biddle jumps in the quiz seat this week sharing his candid views, discussing his daily routines, and talks about the influence of social media on global events like Brexit. We also discuss a variety of quiz topics including internal meetings, B Corp, Investment TV shows, TikTok, and more. Chapters: 00:00 Business or Bullshit with Adam Biddle 00:37 Internal Meetings: Essential or Non? 01:33 B Corp: Virtue Signalling or Valuable? 02:04 Investment TV Shows: Real Business or Just PR? 02:49 Social Media Giants: Insta, TikTok & Facebook 03:54 Global Politics and Social Media Influence 06:24 Founder's Egos and Mentorship 07:26 Breakfast Meetings and Personal Routines 08:26 Five Year Forecasts and Professional Bluffing 09:55 NDAs: Necessary or Nonsense? 10:32 Conclusion and Final Thoughts Follow us: If you'd like to be on the show, get in contact - mail@businesswithoutbullshit.me BWB is powered by Oury Clark | |||
| Adam Biddle's Blueprint for Social Media Mastery | 04 Jun 2024 | 01:07:13 | |
EP 311 - Adam is CEO of GH05T, a social media agency operating with no marketing, no social media and no web presence. GH05T works with global brands, entertainment properties, High Net Worth individuals and celebrities making over 750 pieces of content a month and reaching over 50 million people. We discuss GH05T's origin, operational philosophy, and its evolution from managing celebrity accounts to strategising for brands, sports events, and C-suite executives. Adam shares insights into the complexities and pitfalls of social media expertise, the industry's evolution, and the importance of honing one's strengths. He also explains why self-proclaimed (but far from) social media experts qualify for the big bin of BS Spotify Video Chapters: 00:00 BWB with Adam Biddle 00:34 Adam Background and GH05T's Origins 02:35 Evolution of Social Media and GH05T's Role 03:57 Challenges and Changes in Social Media 05:50 The Shift from Celebrities to Brands 08:16 Understanding Social Media Expertise 10:40 Adam's Journey and Dyslexia 23:34 The Role of a CEO and Client Strategy 35:14 The Future of Social Media 41:27 Social Media's Impact on Youth 42:15 The Age Factor in Social Media 42:56 The Dangers and Addiction of Social Media 45:25 Managing Young Employees 46:54 Biggest Professional Mistakes 49:07 Best and Worst Advice 54:50 Quickfire Round - Getting To Know Adam 01:06:15 Business or Bullshit: The Game Adam's recommendations: Zucked - Roger McNamee (book) The Seven Habits of Highly Effective People - Steven R Covey (book) The Rest is Politics (podcast) Follow us: If you'd like to be on the show, get in contact - mail@businesswithoutbullshit.me BWB is powered by Oury Clark | |||
| Tedd George on Digital Economies and Sustainability in Africa - The Director's Cut | 28 May 2024 | 02:48:41 | |
EP 310 - Founder and CNO of Kleos Advisory, Tedd George is back as we revisit our incredibly knowledgeable conversation with him for EP 71 which we did very little justice the first time round with too much editing! So here we are for round 2 - The Director's Cut. With two decades of expertise, Ted delves into a wide range of topics including Africa's digital transformation, innovation, and the continent's resilient entrepreneurial spirit. We also discuss how sustainability and climate change impact local economies and the significance of contextual insights in implementing strategies. Tedd advocates the power of learning from failures and how these experiences fuel innovation. He also emphasises the art of storytelling, effective communication, and the need for clear, intentional writing. A must-listen for anyone interested in digital economies, entrepreneurship, and the craft of storytelling. Chapters: 00:00 BWB with Tedd George 01:28 Current Projects and Digital Economy Index 04:09 Challenges in Africa's Digital Transformation 06:04 Disruptive Technologies and Innovations 13:50 African Entrepreneurship and Ingenuity 24:22 Historical Context and Conflicts in Africa 32:05 Sustainability and Technological Advancements 36:22 Identifying Educational Gaps 36:57 Big Companies and Data Sharing 38:06 Climate Change Impact on Africa 39:38 Agricultural Productivity and Distribution Challenges 41:46 Cultural and Economic Comparisons 44:25 Tech Innovation in Africa 01:00:43 Networking and Public Speaking 01:05:43 Pursuing a Career in Acting 01:09:15 Navigating Employment and Business Setup 01:09:53 Collaborations and Thought Leadership 01:11:12 The Art of Storytelling in Business 01:19:31 Challenges and Resilience During COVID 01:24:33 Insights from a Consultant's Journey 01:26:10 Communication and Market Understanding 01:27:14 Cash vs. Digital Payments in Africa 01:29:18 Climate Change and Behavioural Shifts 01:34:57 Overcoming Fear and Procrastination 01:40:00 Top Reads and Historical Insights 01:43:36 The Rise and Fall of a Charlatan 01:46:18 The Power of a Stupid Question 01:47:48 Speculation in the Rice Trade 01:54:21 Machiavelli's Influence on Modern Politics 02:06:14 Cuba: A Tale of Revolution and Survival 02:15:06 Living Like a Cuban 02:15:54 The Ultimate Hustlers in Cuba 02:16:41 Political Comedy Inspirations 02:17:18 The Genius of 'Life of Brian' 02:17:52 Misinterpretations and Satire 02:23:37 The Art of Good Writing 02:38:53 The Importance of Skepticism 02:46:29 Final Thoughts and Farewell Follow us: If you'd like to be on the show, get in contact - mail@businesswithoutbullshit.me BWB is powered by Oury Clark | |||
| QUIZ - Business or Bullshit with Craig Allen | 23 May 2024 | 00:14:31 | |
EP 309 - GSN founder Craig Allen jumps in the quiz seat this week to give us his commentary on quiz topics including investment TV shows, founders' egos, gardening leave, the importance of mentors, and the concept of 'my word is my bond.' Candid and insightful commentary on everyday business stuff. Chapters: 00:00 Business or Bullshit with Craig Allen 00:47 Investment TV Shows: Business or Bullshit? 01:55 Founder's Egos: Navigating the Truth 02:20 Gardening Leave: A Necessary Evil? 03:19 Mentors: The Unsung Heroes of Business 04:00 My Word is My Bond 08:21 TikTok: A Necessity or Passing Trend? 09:37 B Corps: Worth the Investment? 10:45 The Efficiency of Internal Meetings 12:39 Insta vs. LinkedIn: The Battle of the Platforms 13:49 Closing Thoughts and Scores Follow us: If you'd like to be on the show, get in contact - mail@businesswithoutbullshit.me BWB is powered by Oury Clark | |||
| How Craig Allen Built a £7M Frozen Meals Business | 21 May 2024 | 01:10:52 | |
EP 308 - Craig is the CEO and founder of Gold Standard Nutrition (GSN) a healthy frozen meal business turning over £7M annually. Craig recounts his entrepreneurial journey from early near-failures to creating a successful business, and shares how GSN evolved and overcame significant obstacles including supply chain issues, COVID-19, and Brexit. We discuss the trials and tribulations of running a business, the importance of second chances, society's pivot towards health and fitness, the intricacies of hiring, with valuable advice on delegation, protecting business ideas, and managing business relationships. Craig also explains why overfunded food brands qualify for the big bin of bullshit. Chapters: 00:00 BWB with Craig Allen 00:39 The Journey of a Health Food Entrepreneur 01:05 Fear of Failure and the Drive for Success 02:10 From Uni to Entrepreneurship: The Birth of GSN 03:10 Embracing a Healthy Lifestyle in Business 04:35 The Evolution of Masculinity and Health 18:20 GSN's Impact: From Gyms to a Wider Audience 25:36 Challenges and Successes in the Food Industry 29:02 Looking Ahead: GSN's Future and Brexit's Impact 32:37 Building a Lean Business Model 33:20 The Emotional Toll of Redundancies 33:39 Promoting from Within and Office Culture 34:32 Family Involvement and Business Evolution 35:26 Challenges of Brand Building Outside London 38:08 The North-South Divide in UK Business 40:36 Expanding the Business and Hiring Strategies 43:35 The Future of Frozen Food and Microwave Myths 45:16 Addressing NHS Nutrition Needs 46:47 Insights on Entrepreneurship and Business Growth 55:35 Quickfire Round: Getting to Know Craig 01:04:44 Top Tips for Founders and Entrepreneurs Follow us: If you'd like to be on the show, get in contact - mail@businesswithoutbullshit.me BWB is powered by Oury Clark | |||
| QUIZ - Business or Bullshit with Andrew Gibb | 16 May 2024 | 00:14:19 | |
EP 307 - Coldpress Juices founder Andrew Gibb jumps in the quiz seat this week to fire back his frank views on a bunch of topics including guerrilla marketing, networking, types of business shares and convertible debts. Gibb shares insights from his entrepreneurial journey, emphasising the importance of innovative marketing, the complexities of financial management, and strategic business decisions. Popcorn on the ready! Chapters: 00:00 Business or Bullshit with Andrew Gibb 00:36 Planned Obsolescence: Insight or Nonsense? 01:31 Exploring Guerrilla Marketing Tactics 03:24 The Art of Networking in Business 05:15 Navigating Commissions and Preferred Shares 06:01 Convertible Debts and Investment Strategies 09:40 Pre-Pack Insolvency: A Strategic Move? 12:11 Understanding High Net Worth Investments 13:02 The Verdict on Company Cars 13:25 Scoring and Closing Remarks Follow us: If you'd like to be on the show, get in contact - mail@businesswithoutbullshit.me BWB is powered by Oury Clark | |||
| Inside Andrew Gibb's Coldpress Juice Revolution | 14 May 2024 | 00:48:03 | |
EP 306 - Andrew is founder and managing director of Coldpress, a juice company utilising High Pressure Processing (HPP) technology to make their juice without using heat which preserves the fruit’s nutrients and flavour. Yummy. We talk about Andrew’s business origins, the ups and downs of navigating the fresh juice industry - cash flow challenges, the impact of switching co-packers, maintaining product quality in the face of really bad manufacturing mishaps .. Andrew’s seen it all, and survived! Andrew also explains why Brexit massively qualifies for the big bin of bullshit. Chapters: 00:00 BWB with Andrew Gibb 01:25 The Juice Innovator from Down Under 02:11 Challenges and Triumphs of Running a Juice Business 03:20 Science and Strategy Behind ColdPress Juicing 09:00 Health Claims and Marketing 11:54 Andrew Learning from Mistakes 21:06 Taking ColdPress Juice to the UK 23:50 The Realities of the Beverage Industry 25:29 Revolutionising Juice Production 26:36 The Innocent x Coca Cola Deal 27:20 The Highs and Lows of Entrepreneurship 34:55 The Complexities of Brexit for Businesses 38:53 Quickfire Round: Getting to Know Andrew 45:04 Five Tips for Founders and Entrepreneurs 47:42 Closing Remarks and Wrap-Up Follow us: If you'd like to be on the show, get in contact - mail@businesswithoutbullshit.me BWB is powered by Oury Clark | |||
| SPECIAL - Friends of BWB with Grace Blakeley, Steve Keen, Victoria Jenkins, Allen Simpson | 07 May 2024 | 00:40:54 | |
EP 305 - welcome to a very special episode where we look back at some of our favourite guests and give you parts of the conversations which didn’t quite make the final cut, but we think need to be heard. We speak to: Allen Simpson - former Managing Director of London & Partners - about the aftermath and implications of Brexit for London Victoria Jenkins -award-winning adaptive designer and founder of Unhidden - about disability representation and the correct use of language Steve Keen - economist, professor and award-winning author - about debunking economic models, private Debt, and explaining the Modern Monetary Theory Grace Blakeley - author and commentator on economics and politics - about community led economic models, and the European economic dilemma. Chapters: 00:00 Friends of BWB 00:38 Brexit's Impact on London's Economy 08:20 The Complexities of Disability Representation 16:05 Debunking Economic Norms with Steve Keen 19:25 The 'The Big Short' and Meeting Real-Life Characters 20:16 Breaking Down Economic Theories 22:05 Debunking Neoclassical Economics & Private Debt 26:06 Modern Monetary Theory and Its Implications 31:51 Community-Based Economic Models 36:41 Concluding Thoughts on Economics, Politics, and Society Follow us: If you'd like to be on the show, get in contact - mail@businesswithoutbullshit.me BWB is powered by Oury Clark | |||
| QUIZ - Business or Bullshit with Gemma Burke | 01 May 2024 | 00:12:44 | |
EP 304 - 31 year old Director of True Sports Hydration Gemma Burke is in the quiz seat this week separating business facts from fiction using our snazzy new paddle boards ;) Opinions on mentorship, founder's egos, doing business with China and Russia, and other topics like investment TV shows, disruptive businesses, bluffing in sales, and TikTok are laid bare on the table. Chapters: 00:00 Business or Bullshit with Gemma Burke 00:25 Finding Paddles in Dubai 01:17 The Quiz Begins 01:40 Mentors, Egos, and Self-Made Millionaires 03:38 China and Russia 05:09 The Truth Behind Investment TV Shows 07:36 Internal Meetings and the Art of Bluffing 12:05 TikTok: Business or Bullshit? Follow us: If you'd like to be on the show, get in contact - mail@businesswithoutbullshit.me BWB is powered by Oury Clark | |||