Best Ruby Hayes Podcasts (2025)

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55. Fame, failure & a 12-stone weight loss: The journey to 2 Michelin stars | Tom Kerridge 50:38

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Building a career in food is one thing - but what does it really take to become one of the UKs most famous chefs? In this episode of 'All About Business,' James Reed speaks with renowned British chef Tom Carriage, exploring Tom’s journey from washing dishes in small kitchens to becoming a Michelin-starred chef and a successful business owner with a…

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54. The secret behavioural prompts brands use to influence your choices | Raphy March 1:07:48

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How can businesses gain a true understanding of what drives customer decisions? And how can science be applied to create marketing that not only feels deeply human but also delivers measurable results? Today on All About Business, James is Raphy March, Managing Director at Cowry Consulting, a pioneer in combining behavioral science with AI to help …

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53. Titan of the hotel industry reveals the 3 things you need to know to open a luxury hospitality business | Sir Rocco Forte 1:12:31

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Being successful in hospitality is incredibly tough. But how do you keep a focus on quality and authenticity whilst expanding into multiple new locations? In this episode of All About Business, James is joined by Sir Rocco Forte, titan of the luxury hospitality and hotel industry. They explore his incredible journey as an entrepreneur within a fami…

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52. Karma Capitalism: Why being a good business IS good business | James Reed, CBE 54:04

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Socialism doesn’t work. Hyper-capitalism doesn’t work. Is this the answer? What happens when the DNA of a corporation changes? In this episode of 'All About Business', Alex interviews the usual host, James Reed, about his new book, 'Karma Capitalism.' The discussion revolves around the concept of Karma Capitalism, which James defines as a people-ce…

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51. Celebrity Traitors finale week: The REAL big dog! Producer and Founder of Studio Lambert | Stephen Lambert OBE 1:12:03

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The question is...are you a faithful, or are you a traitor? Television is something we all enjoy. But few of us get to see how the shows we love actually come to life and why some of them grip the nation in what can only be described as a phenomenon. Today on All About Business, James is joined by Stephen Lambert OBE. Stephen is a producer and foun…

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50. How to spot a charity that's a red flag (and how to give smarter) | John Spiers 56:08

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Is it possible to be a highly successful entrepreneur without compromising your commitment to customers, staff, and society? In this episode of All About Business, we’re joined by John Spiers, entrepreneur, philanthropist, veteran of the wealth management industry, and Chairman of EQ Investors, one of the UK’s leading B Corporations. John shares wh…

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49: Is your passion a business worth starting?: The simple method to find out | Johnnie Boden CBE 1:00:37

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What is the secret to building an iconic brand that resonates with millions of customers on a global scale? In this episode of All About Business, we're joined by Johnnie Boden, founder and creative director of the iconic British clothing brand, Boden. Johnnie shares his unconventional journey from an unfulfilling career in the city, to founding a …

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48: Is this platform a new era beyond OnlyFans?: Innovation VS ethical responsibility | Felix Henderson 58:13

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How do you balance innovation with ethical responsibility? This week on All About Business, we’re joined by Felix Henderson, Co-founder and COO of Ohchat, a generative AI business that builds "digital twins" of real-world content creators. In this episode, Felix shares his journey of building a business from the ground up, and provides insight into…

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47: The power of PR: Controlling your brand reputation and the steps to handling a media crisis | Sarah Woodhouse 58:22

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46. “We lost 11 million in one month!”: What Hays Travel did to go from crisis to smashing £3 Billion | Dame Irene Hays 1:05:05

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Dame Irene Hays built Hays Travel with her husband John, growing it from a small counter at the back of a babywear shop into the UK’s largest independent travel agency with 512 branches nationwide. Along the way, she navigated major industry shifts, acquired the legendary Thomas Cook brand, founded the Hays Travel Foundation, and built a leading ap…

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45. Should you hire ex offenders? Reed's report is here and the verdict is in! | Alex Head 51:09

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Reed's Report: Employer Attitudes to Hiring People with Criminal Convictions Resettling into society after prison is a huge challenge — especially when employers are reluctant to hire people with a criminal record. Too often, talented individuals are overlooked, leaving skills and potential untapped, and making them far more likely to reoffend. In …

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44. Can we save the post-covid schooling crisis with THIS AI tool? | Phillippa De’Ath 47:17

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Education is changing fast, and the old ways of running learning institutes are no longer working. Philippa De’Ath set out to solve this when she co-founded Arbor Education, a platform designed to shift the focus of teachers away from admin work and back to what matters most: the students. In this week’s episode of All About Business, Philippa shar…

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5 top summer takeaways you should hear to grow your business - Part 2 18:50

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Fresh from the holidays? Here are 5 top summer takeaways to get you inspired and ready for September. In this special bonus episode of All about Business, we’ve handpicked some of the most valuable insights from our incredible podcast guests. Since launching last October, we’ve had the privilege of hearing the powerful journeys, lessons, and strate…

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43. 5 top summer takeaways you should hear to grow your business - Part 1 17:10

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Fresh from the holidays? Here are 5 top summer takeaways to get you inspired and ready for September. In this special bonus episode of All about Business, we’ve handpicked some of the most valuable insights from our incredible podcast guests. Since launching last October, we’ve had the privilege of hearing the powerful journeys, lessons, and strate…

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42. Silent Disco Founder: "I didn’t want to build a company; I wanted to build a feeling" | Toby Burns 1:05:42

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Great business ideas don’t have to be original, they just have to work. Some of the most successful startups are built by borrowing proven concepts, improving them, and executing better. That’s exactly how Toby Burns, founder and CEO of The Silent Disco Company, built a scalable business from a simple idea. In this week’s episode of All About Busin…

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41. The new poverty line: How working professionals are being pushed into hardship and what to do about it| Mark Game 59:53

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Just last week, a Data Analyst was forced to turn to charity to feed his family. Once secure in a stable profession, he is now among the growing number of educated, working professionals whose livelihoods have been eroded by soaring inflation, pushing them into hardship. And the crisis shows no signs of easing. In this week’s episode of All About B…

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40. Microsoft’s 6 principles for developing the best AI strategy | Jed Griffiths 1:05:47

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AI isn’t the future, it’s already reshaping the way we work, build, and compete. If you’re starting or looking to scale a business right now, understanding how to actually use AI, not just talk about it, could be your biggest edge. In this week’s episode of All About Business, Microsoft UK’s Chief Digital Officer Jed Griffiths shares what he’s seei…

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39. Smarter, fairer, faster: How AI is redefining graduate hiring | James Uffindell 1:02:40

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Most graduates leave university with a degree but little direction, but how do you figure out what to do with your life, and how do you actually get your foot in the door? In this week’s episode of All About Business, the founder of Bright Network James Uffindell shares the full journey. From his first venture helping students access top universiti…

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38. The chemistry of growth: turning a mould problem into a thriving business | Byron Dixon, OBE 1:01:02

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Five years. Zero sales. No paycheck. Most people would’ve given up. Byron Dixon didn’t. Instead, he turned his chemistry knowledge and desire for change into Micro-Fresh. A breakthrough technology now used globally to fight mold, bacteria, and bad smells in everything from school shoes to hospital bedding. In this episode of All About Business, we …

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37. Hitting rock bottom to building a global brand from scratch | Matthew Jones, The King of Doughnuts 1:04:33

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He pushed himself to the limit and lost everything. But that didn’t stop him from coming back stronger than ever and building a global brand from scratch. On this episode of All About Business we meet Matthew Jones, founder of Bread Ahead, who teaches us why the road to success isn’t always smooth. For him it was full of late nights, hard lessons, …

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36. How to get users on your app from day one | Michelle Kennedy 57:30

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Nearly 10,000 apps are uploaded to the app store every week, and most of them are ignored. So how do you launch one that becomes a movement? In this episode of All About Business, we’re joined by Michelle Kennedy, founder and CEO of Peanut; the social networking app that has transformed how women connect and help each other through every stage of m…

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35. Cargo without borders: How airships are about to connect the unreachable | Mark Dorey 57:32

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Did you know that nearly half the planet still isn’t connected? In many places, getting essential supplies like medicine and food is not only costly, it’s nearly impossible. But what if we were standing on the edge of a breakthrough that could change all of that? On this episode of All About Business, we're joined by Mark Dorey, co-founder and CEO …

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34. The importance of being idle: A serious case for doing less | Tom Hodgkinson 57:31

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We've long been taught that hard work is beneficial for both body and mind, but is that truly the case? Could there be inherent value in slowing down, embracing rest, and allowing ourselves the space to simply be idle? Today on 'All About Business', we meet Tom Hodgkinson, founder and editor-in-chief of The Idler Magazine, a publication that teache…

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33. Surfers Against Sewage: Are we sitting on a public health time bomb? | Giles Bristow 1:01:34

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The UK is ranked last in Europe for bathing water quality. With a small team and limited resources, how have a ‘bunch of surfers from Cornwall’ got parliament to listen and launch a commission on England’s chemical cocktail of stinking sewage? Today’s guest on All About Business is Giles Bristow, CEO of Surfers Against Sewage, a water reform charit…

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32. What a venture capitalist is REALLY looking for when deciding to invest in your business | Sasha Kaletsky 56:44

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What should you do if you have a brilliant business idea but don’t have the funds to bring it to life? In today’s episode of All About Business, I'm joined by venture capitalist Sasha Kaletsky. Sasha is the co-founder of investment firm Creator Ventures which he started with his cousin Caspar Lee. They have injected millions of dollars into digital…

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31. MIND GYM: The work-out that will enhance your brain for ultimate productivity | Octavius Black CBE 49:38

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How can you use psychology to quickly go from struggling employee to productivity machine? Today’s guest on All About Business is Octavius Black CBE, the co-founder of MindGym, a corporate learning company that merges behavioural science with leadership development to turn struggling teams into powerhouses of productivity. In this episode, we discu…

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30. How the Princess of Wales’ favourite designer would build a jewellery brand in 2025 | Kiki McDonough 51:04

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How would a Jeweller who has become a favourite amongst the royal family start from scratch in 2025? In this episode of All About Business, James interviews Kiki McDonagh, a fifth-generation jeweler renowned for her work with high-profile clients including Princess Diana and the current Princess of Wales. They discuss how she transformed the percep…

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29. From nail art in Dalston to global beauty-tech icon | Sharmadean Reid MBE 1:05:18

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How do you build a brand that not only speaks to a whole generation of women, but also transforms an entire industry? In this episode of All About Business, I sit down with Sharmadean Reid MBE, the trailblazing entrepreneur behind brands such as WAH Nails, Beautystack and The Stack World. We discuss her experiences navigating the fashion and tech i…

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28. Adapt or die: How can businesses improve efficiency? | Livio Manzini 53:19

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In December 2020, the UK signed its first post-Brexit trade deal with Turkey, safeguarding a £18.6bn relationship. But how did Turkey become so important for UK business? In this episode of All About Business, I’m joined by Livio Manzini, Chairman and CEO of Bell Holding, a packaging and services company based in Turkey. We explore Turkey’s secret …

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27. Lewis Hamilton’s brand expert reveals the key to building a winning reputation | David Robertson Mitchell 54:45

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Consistent branding has the power to increase your revenue by up to 20%. But with massive rebrands making headlines for all the wrong reasons, how can you refresh your image without alienating your audience? In this episode of 'All About Business,' I sit down with David Robertson Mitchell, who spent almost a decade working as a brand consultant for…

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26. "Net Zero is a Fantasy!" 5 ways to save the economy according to Luke Johnson, former Gails Chairman 48:57

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With new economic policies forcing UK businesses to tighten their purse strings, how can we keep the UK’s entrepreneurial spirit alive, while also getting the economy back on track? In this episode of All About Business, I’m joined by Luke Johnson, the serial entrepreneur who spotted some of the UK’s most popular food brands, including Pizza Expres…

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25. Human-like AI is rewiring our kids' brains! Educating the future generation with Philip Colligan 47:51

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With 77% of 13-18 year olds using artificial intelligence in some way, how can we make sure young people are using AI effectively while also protecting them from its potential dangers? In this episode of All About Business, I sit down with Philip Colligan, the CEO of Raspberry Pi Foundation, which provides free AI education to children across the g…

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24. Responding to a crisis: The force behind getting life-saving vaccines to the public | Dame Kate Bingham 54:24

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The UK’s life science sector is booming, generating over £100 billion in turnover in 2022. And with more and more companies entering the space, how do you marry business and science to create a drug that not only makes money but saves lives. In this episode of All About Business, I sit down with Dame Kate Bingham, Managing Partner at SV Health Inve…

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23. From shop floor to CEO of Kurt Geiger: How to climb to the top in fashion with Neil Clifford 1:11:32

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How do you go from cleaning toilets to running a multi-million pound company? In this episode of All about business, I sit down with Neil Clifford, the CEO of luxury footwear brand Kurt Geiger. Neil left school with just one O-Level, and rose to become a top player in the retail industry. We discuss the lessons Neil learned from his early retail jo…

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22. 82% of management are 'accidental managers'. Here's how to fix it | Ann Francke OBE, CEO of CMI 56:46

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A recent YouGov survey found that 82% of managers are ‘accidental'. So, what is an accidental manager? Why are there so many of them, and just how much is it affecting results within your business? In this episode of All About Business, I sit down with Ann Francke OBE, the CEO of the Chartered Management Institute (CMI) which provides training, qua…

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21. Fix your ops issues and save thousands every year by looking at THIS data | Anita Dougall 48:08

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How can you use data to increase revenue, improve customer relationships, and make better business decisions? In today’s episode of All About Business, I speak with Anita Dougall, the co-founder and CEO of data consultancy firm, Sagacity. Anita started the business in 2005, and since then has helped companies like AA, British Gas, and Moonpig spin …

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20. LADbible Founder: The contract I signed that put me in hospital | Alex Partridge 45:25

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How do you turn an idea you had at uni into a multimillion-pound enterprise? UNILAD and LADbible founder, Alex Partridge, started both companies while he was studying at university, and was a millionaire by the time he was 25. In this episode of All About Business, we discuss the power of social media, the podcast that led to his ADHD diagnosis, an…

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19. GOOD SQUISH: Harnessing the power of an instagram personality to generate thousands of sales | Billie-Jo Cronin 40:50

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In a world where consumers are obsessed with Temu and SHEIN, how can you attract customers to your high-end brand while staving off competition from cheaper alternatives? In this episode of All About Business, I speak with Billie-Jo Cronin, the founder of luxury accessories brand, Good Squish. Billie-Jo and her brother, Phoenix, bootstrapped the co…

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18. What The UK needs to learn from Silicon Valley about AI: The Hollingsworth Brothers, Fyxer AI 1:03:44

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Concern around AI is higher than ever. But could 2025 be ‘make or break’ for businesses who have yet to embrace it? In this episode of 'All About Business' I talk with sibling duo, Richard and Archie Hollingsworth, founders of Fixer AI. They discuss their journey from bootstrapping a $5 million agency to spearheading an innovative AI personal assis…

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17. The world's #1 mental health clinic for the rich and famous: Spotting the signs before it's too late | Jan Gerber 1:04:55

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Entrepreneurs often possess traits that drive their success in business. But what if these same traits were also the root cause of deteriorating mental health, and, if left unaddressed, could ultimately lead to the collapse of their entire business? In this episode of All About Business, I sit down with Jan Gerber, CEO of Paracelsus Recovery, the w…

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16. Sir Alec Reed at 91: A British business legend 43:58

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Businessman, philanthropist, a maverick at turning strange ideas into success. In this very special episode, and in celebration of his 91st birthday, I sit down with my father, Sir Alec Reed. Sir Alec founded Reed in 1960 from a carpet shop in Hounslow with just £75 in his pocket. Since then, he’s founded several charities, launched a business scho…

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15. Making big decisions whilst sticking to your values with Steph Rix 45:16

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How can you turn everyday employees into strong leaders who are proud to work for your business? In this episode of All About Business, I sit down with executive coach and 'Life’s Work' founder, Steph Rix. She explains how you can beat imposter syndrome for good, the difference between leadership and management and how you can use your personal val…

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14. Ruby Wax OBE: Is your workforce frazzled? The science of mindfulness and increasing productivity 57:00

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With over a quarter of UK workers experiencing negative wellbeing because of work, how can you improve your own mental wellbeing, and stop being frazzled for good? In this episode of 'All About Business,' I sit down with comedian, writer and mental health advocate Ruby Wax OBE. We discuss how mindfulness can transform your mental health, how busine…

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13. Taking on a family zoo business and making a success of it | Reggie Heyworth 54:34

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How do you keep wildlife business running in the face of social, political and cultural change? In this episode of All About Business, I speak to Reggie Heyworth, the owner of one of the UK’s biggest wildlife parks. Cotswold Wildlife Park, which was started by his father all the way back in 1969. We discuss how he took over the business from his fa…

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12. How to deliver social impact to drive more profit | Isabel Kelly, Founder of Profit with Purpose 56:47

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With new sustainability laws coming into play, how can you make sure your organisation is ESG-ready, without sacrificing your bottom line? In this episode of All About Business, I’m joined by Profit with Purpose founder Isabel Kelly, where we discuss all things ESG. We explore how you can meet your social and environmental goals while still remaini…

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Bonus Ep: The Darker Side of Journalism: One Woman's Journey to Fleet Street | Shorts with Sue Douglas part 3 5:25

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In this episode of 'All About Business', James is joined by Sue Douglas, who transitioned from a medical journalism background to becoming a top Fleet Street editor. She discusses her move to apartheid-era South Africa as a reporter for the Rand Daily Mail and witnessed significant historical events firsthand. Returning to the UK, she navigated her…

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Bonus Ep: Balancing Business Leadership and Family Life | Shorts with Sue Douglas part 2 8:01

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In this bonus episode of 'All About Business,' Journalist, Tech CEO and Entrepreneur, Sue Douglas, explores the complexities of balancing business management and leadership with personal life responsibilities. Sue delves into the gender dynamics within professional settings, the historical and biological roles of men and women, and the struggle for…

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Bonus Ep: Breaking the Blood Scandal | Shorts with Sue Douglas part 1 10:26

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In this bonus episode of 'All About Business,' James is joined by Journalist, Entrepreneur and Tech CEO Sue Douglas. She delves into a chilling investigation from the 1980s when, as a young medical correspondent she uncovered a story about potentially AIDS-contaminated blood used for transfusions, risking public health. She describes the challenges…

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11. Rob Moore: Property is not a rich man’s game! How to turn debt into millions 1:06:28

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Imagine losing everything. Then imagine turning it all around and becoming a multi-millionaire within 5 years. In this episode of 'All About Business', entrepreneur, property investor, and author Rob Moore shares his journey from being £50,000 in debt to becoming a multi-millionaire in less than five years. Rob discusses his philosophy on money as …

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10. How to bootstrap your hobby into a successful business | Nicola Reed 42:23

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Are you ever too old to turn your favourite hobby into a brand-new business venture? In this very special episode of All About Business, James Reed is joined by his wife Nicola, founder of the successful drinks company, Beeble. Nicola shares how she turned her husband’s birthday gift into a thriving business, the ups and downs of bootstrapping a co…