Best Homebased Podcasts (2025)

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Toast - Dasani Water 24:39

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Dasani water, a bottled water from Coca-Cola, proved a big hit in the U.S.A so why did it last for less than 6 weeks in the UK? The BBC Business journalist, Sean Farrington, investigates how it ended up toast, in the company of resident business expert and entrepreneur, Sam White. In the early 2000s, Coca-Cola had entered the growing bottled water …

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Toast - BlackBerry Smartphones 35:15

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How did the company behind the revolutionary BlackBerry smartphone lose its grip on the handset market? The BBC Business journalist, Sean Farrington, investigates with special guest, Sir Stephen Fry, who has remained 'faithful' to the BlackBerry brand. Alongside them is the entrepreneur, Sam White, who at the end of the show has to reach her own co…

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Let’s Get Visible -Episode 36-10 Ways to use Text to increase visibility

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Text and text content can be used effectively to increase your visibility on the internet On today’s show, it is all about text content whether book or blog or article or new ideas for text can increase your visibility.

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The Sliced Bread Christmas List 2025 43:19

17d ago43:19

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The team has gone through 30 episodes over the past year, and carved out five potential present worthy products that may well be heading down a chimney to you this Christmas. (We wanted to give you plenty of time to include them in your letters to Santa.) Greg Foot will share with you the key points from experts we’ve spoken to on Nail Polish & Gel…

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Let’s Get Visible -Episode 35-What makes a Good Speech

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What makes a good speech you can put together that attracts, engages and your audience enjoys in today’s show. We look at the parts of the speech and how to put together a great speech.

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Cough Medicines 25:25

24d ago25:25

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Are cough medicines any better than just taking honey and lemon? When Listener Sally sent in a croaky voicenote to our Sliced Bread Whatsapp number (07543 306807 - put us in your contacts!) we knew we had to tackle this one. Sally didn't think the medicine she used for her cough did very much, so she joined presenter Greg Foot and Jacky Smith, Prof…

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Episode 34-Getting Started with Speaking

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Getting Started with Speaking will make you visible on podcasts, TV and social media. On today’s show it is all about where, how, why and what you need as assets to be speaking on the internet.

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Car Shampoos and Coatings 32:46

1M ago32:46

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Are special shampoos and coatings any good at cleaning and protecting your car? They're all over Instagram: washes, foams, and ceramic coatings in a rainbow of coloured bottles that promise to give your car that showroom shine. For listener James - a driving instructor - the question is whether they're worth the money, or if an ordinary bottle of w…

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Fake Tans 24:57

1M ago24:57

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Listener Julie has been reaching for the fake tan every spring to add a "bit of colour" to her legs, but after much trial and error with foams, lotions and gels, she got in touch with Sliced Bread to ask what is actually IN fake tan? How does it work - and is there a particular kind that might suit her best? Greg Foot is joined by Consultant Dermat…

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Toenail Fungus Treatments 35:09

2M ago35:09

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Can anything stop toenail fungus in its tracks? It's one of the most-requested but least-talked-about topics, so listener Julia speaks for many as she joins us to ask about treatments for toenail fungus. She's keen to know if the laser-light devices shes's seen on social media really do work, as well as over-the-counter lacquers and prescription dr…

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Linkedin and Visibility

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:A look at Linkedin and how it can increase your visibility and audience in the B2B community.

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Scar Gels and Oils 25:04

2M ago25:04

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Greg Foot speaks to Consultant Dermatologist and Dermatological Surgeon Dr Emma Craythorne - who has plenty of skin in the game - to find some answers for listener Phil about about scars, how they occur, the different types, and what might help make them less obvious. Each episode Greg investigates the latest ad-hyped products and trending fads pro…

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A Letter from the Edge of the Decision 6:48

2M ago6:48

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Even now, beneath the noise, something gentle stirs. A question, ancient and new: What kind of species do we wish to become? What earth do we want to remember? A letter from Elanvor Project: Homebase Earth The Monopoly Effect - The book Journal DonationBy Project: Homebase Earth

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Creating a Business Youtube Channel part 3

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A look at the final Business Channel created as well as other behind the channel information in part 3 of the Youtube Business Channel demonstration.

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Creatine 30:50

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Can creatine boost your body and mind? Listener Simon has been taking the fitness supplement creatine and wants to know if the science backs up the claim that it can make you stronger and faster. He's also heard that it can help with cognitive function. To find out if creatine can boost body and mind, presenter Greg Foot is joined by Graeme Close, …

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Use AI to do Youtube Graphics

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Empty Dream - Title Song of "The Monopoly Effect" 2:31

2M ago2:31

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Lyrics (Ah ah ah) (Ah ah ah) In a world of empty voices, promises like paper chains, We’re chasing all these shadows, but the truth is just the same. Round and round in circles, in a game that never ends, Promises for millions, but there's nothing left to send. We’re standing in the silence of a world that’s out of line, Living in the shadow of a b…

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Dough - The Future of Flight 27:25

2M ago27:25

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Can supersonic air travel make a comeback? Greg Foot, host of the BBC Radio 4 show 'Sliced Bread', now brings you 'Dough'. Each episode explores future wonder products that might rise to success and redefine our lives. Experts and entrepreneurs discuss the trends shaping what today's everyday technology may look like tomorrow, before a leading futu…

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How to Increase Your Business Visibility on Youtube

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How to increase your business visibility by creating a Youtube Channel to display your product, discuss your mission and attract an audience.

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Project: Homebase Earth 6:32

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A short introduction. Project: Homebase Earth The Monopoly Effect - The book Journal DonationBy Project: Homebase Earth

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Dough - The Future of Clothing 25:10

2M ago25:10

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Could 'smart' clothing monitor our health? Greg Foot, host of the BBC Radio 4 show 'Sliced Bread', now brings you 'Dough'. Each episode explores future wonder products that might rise to success and redefine our lives. Experts and entrepreneurs discuss the trends shaping what today's everyday technology may look like tomorrow, before a leading futu…

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Let’s Get Visible -Episode 29–Youtube Visibility

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Why Youtube is a good place for your videos to make your business visible on the Let’s Get Visible Show episode today.

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Dough - The Future of Housebuilding 27:34

3M ago27:34

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Could your future home be built by a robot bricklayer? Greg Foot, host of the BBC Radio 4 show 'Sliced Bread', now brings you 'Dough'. Each episode explores future wonder products that might rise to success and redefine our lives. Experts and entrepreneurs discuss the trends shaping what today's everyday technology may look like tomorrow, before a …

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Let’s Get Visible -Episode 28–Video Metrics

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Measuring the effectiveness of video engagement will show how your videos make your business more visible on the internet.

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Dough - The Future of Home Parcel Delivery 27:08

3M ago27:08

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Will delivery drones and robots make popping to the shops a thing of the past? Greg Foot, host of the BBC Radio 4 show 'Sliced Bread', now brings you 'Dough'. Each episode explores future wonder products that might rise to success and redefine our lives. Experts and entrepreneurs discuss the trends shaping what today's everyday technology may look …

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Do You Really Have What It Takes to Be a Successful Personal Chef? 7:38

3M ago7:38

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Do you believe you're good enough to be a personal chef? Most chefs have the talent—but they don’t have the brand that communicates their value. In this episode, Chef Andres shares: • Why most chefs are like Ferrari engines in rusty frames • A powerful Steve Jobs & Pixar story you’ve probably never heard • The difference between skill and storytell…

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Let’s Get Visible -Episode 27–Outlining your Videos

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Outlining your video before you produce it will help you make videos quicker and easier so it is an essential process. On today’s show, we look into some tools and processes to make outlining videos easier.

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Dough - The Future of Cars 27:46

3M ago27:46

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Will your car be driving you by 2050? Greg Foot, host of the BBC Radio 4 show Sliced Bread, now brings you Dough. Each episode explores future wonder products that might rise to success and redefine our lives. Experts and entrepreneurs discuss the trends shaping what today's everyday technology may look like tomorrow, before a leading futurist offe…

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Let’s Get Visible -Episode 26–Promoting your Videos

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There are many platforms to place your videos about your business on the internet. On YouTube and the others platforms where your how-to videos will gain traction and increase your visibility.

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Why Mixing Catering with Personal Chef Services Could Be Hurting Your Business 7:26

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Here’s what you’ll learn: • The big difference between catering clients and personal chef clients • Why catering focuses on food production, while personal chefing is about luxury and experience • How mixing the two waters down your brand and confuses clients • What you can do right now to bring clarity and attract high-end clients If you’ve been s…

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Smart Doorbells 29:24

3M ago29:24

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Is it worth getting a Smart Doorbell? Greg Foot pushes all the right buttons as he gathers consumer and crime experts to get answers for listener Derek, who's keen to learn more about the various features, prices and security elements in the growing market of smart doorbells. Each episode Greg investigates the latest ad-hyped products and trending …

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Let’s Get Visible -Episode 25–Tools to use with Video

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There are many tools you can use with your video to edit, enhance and improve your storytelling today on Let’s Get Visible Show Go to https://letsgetvisibleshow.com/ to get “7 ways to be visible” and other checklists and tips.

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Salt 25:35

4M ago25:35

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Is expensive salt better for your health? Greg Foot gathers the experts, dives into the data and crunches the numbers to get the answers for listener Sally. Each episode Greg investigates the latest ad-hyped products and trending fads promising to make us healthier, happier and greener. Are they really 'the best thing since sliced bread' and should…

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Let’s Get Visible -Episode 24–Types of Video

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The Types of Video can be used to affect your viewers today on Let’s Get Visible Show Go to https://letsgetvisibleshow.com/ to get “7 ways to be visible” and other checklists and tips.

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Let’s Get Visible -Episode 23–Qualities of Video

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The Qualities of Video can be used to affect your viewers today on Let’s Get Visible Show Go to https://letsgetvisibleshow.com/ to get “7 ways to be visible” and other checklists and tips.

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Nail Polish and Gels 31:23

4M ago31:23

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Greg Foot gathers the experts, and "chips" away at the science for listener Helen. Each episode Greg investigates the latest ad-hyped products and trending fads promising to make us healthier, happier and greener. Are they really 'the best thing since sliced bread' and should you spend your money on them? All of our episodes start with YOUR suggest…

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Standing Desks 25:03

4M ago25:03

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Greg Foot gathers the experts, to find out which claims "stand up" to scrutiny for listener Bede. Each episode Greg investigates the latest ad-hyped products and trending fads promising to make us healthier, happier and greener. Are they really 'the best thing since sliced bread' and should you spend your money on them? All of our episodes start wi…

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Episode 22–Psychology of Video

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Video is a powerful medium to use when you know how the psychology of video can affect your viewers today on Let’s Get Visible Show Go to https://letsgetvisibleshow.com/ to get “7 ways to be visible” and other checklists and tips.

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Dehumidifiers 31:14

4M ago31:14

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Can dehumidifiers dry out your house - and your clothes? Greg Foot gathers the experts, dives into the data and crunches the numbers to get answers for listener Rhys. Each episode Greg investigates the latest ad-hyped products and trending fads promising to make us healthier, happier and greener. Are they really 'the best thing since sliced bread' …

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Chopping Boards 28:20

5M ago28:20

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Which chopping board material is best for hygiene and the planet? Greg Foot gathers the experts, dives into the data and crunches the numbers to get answers for listener Simon. Each episode Greg investigates the latest ad-hyped products and trending fads promising to make us healthier, happier and greener. Are they really 'the best thing since slic…

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Let’s Get Visible -Episode 21–Power of Video

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Video is powerful way to reach your audience and get more visibility. Whether you do on camera or not, creating videos can get your message out there. Go to http://jgtips.com/lets to get “7 ways to be visible” and other checklists and tips.

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Water Filters (Recorded Live at Cheltenham Science Festival) 24:54

5M ago24:54

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Can jug or under sink filters, promising to soften tap water and improve taste, really take out what they claim? Greg Foot gathers the experts live at Cheltenham Science Festival, dives into the data and crunches the numbers to get answers for listener Elaine. Each episode Greg investigates the latest ad-hyped products and trending fads promising t…

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Dog Food (recorded live at Hay Festival) 32:23

5M ago32:23

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Is more expensive dog food worth it? Greg Foot gathers the experts, dives into the data and crunches the numbers to get answers for listeners Izzy and Pete. Each episode Greg investigates the latest ad-hyped products and trending fads promising to make us healthier, happier and greener. Are they really 'the best thing since sliced bread' and should…

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Let’s Get Visible -Episode 20–Audiobooks

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Now that you have great equipment, time to make an audiobook for another audience to reach either original or repurposed content from your podcasts. Go to http://jgtips.com/lets to get “7 ways to be visible” and other checklists and tips.

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Let’s Get Visible -Episode 19–Podcasting Essentials

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It is time to get the equipment needed and write your first script review of what steps to take for your first podcast. Go to http://jgtips.com/lets to get “7 ways to be visible” and other checklists and tips.

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Toast - Homebase 25:08

5M ago25:08

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Homebase was once one of our leading home improvement chains so, why did it have to close all of its stores? The BBC Business journalist Sean Farrington investigates. Alongside him is the entrepreneur Sam White, who at the end of the show has to reach her own conclusions, based only on what she has heard and her own business acumen. Homebase was es…

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Toast - FHM 28:15

5M ago28:15

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FHM was the men's magazine that sold vastly more copies than any of its competitors but still ended up toast. So, why did its publishers stop printing it while other men's magazines survived? The BBC Business journalist, Sean Farrington, charts its highs and lows in the company of four of FHM's former editors. Alongside them is the entrepreneur, Sa…

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Let’s Get Visible -Episode 18–Podcasting Preparation

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Once you have decided on the goals and format for your podcasting, it is time to get the equipment needed and write your first script review of what steps to take for your first podcast. Go to http://jgtips.com/lets to get “7 ways to be visible” and other checklists and tips.

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Toast - Nike's FuelBand 24:51

6M ago24:51

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Nike's FuelBand was among the first fitness trackers to be launched and was worn by sports stars including the tennis player, Serena Williams. So, why did Nike give up on it so soon after its launch? The BBC Business journalist, Sean Farrington, is joined by Nike's former Vice President of Digital Sport, Stefan Olander, to get the inside story on w…

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Toast - Freeserve 25:12

6M ago25:12

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Freeserve rapidly became the UK's number one internet service provider within months of its launch in 1998, yet the brand disappeared almost as quickly. So, what happened? The BBC Business journalist, Sean Farrington, investigates. Alongside him is the entrepreneur, Sam White, who at the end of the show has to reach her own conclusions, based only …