Let’s keep it real, business life isn’t all boring meetings and stiff suits. Behind the polished pitches and fancy titles is a whole other story! We’re talking about the real stories, the unfiltered, uncut moments you won’t find in any polished promo video. Behind every brand is a story—unexpected, totally entertaining, and 100% human. So here’s to the real ones: the dreamers, the grinders, the risk-takers. Business life? It’s not what you think. It’s way more fun.
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He Said “We’ll Be Number One” And Then It Happened
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49:02Send us a text What started as a late-night chat at a petrol station turned into So Solid Crew: the underground sound that took UK garage from pirate radio to number one. DJ Syndicate takes us behind the decks and into the chaos - how a group of friends built a movement that shaped UK music From BBC 1Xtra to Glastonbury’s muddy magic, we follow DJ …
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Send us a text Few people can turn carpet chat into great storytelling — but Daryl Smith, the Prince of Flooring, does it effortlessly. We chat about his winding career path: jewellery diplomas, retail chaos, a decade in self-storage — and how it all led back to the family carpet business his dad started in ’84. Daryl drops real-world flooring wisd…
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Send us a text Sometimes life takes the long way home — and that’s exactly what happened with David Button. From soldiering in Belfast to driving buses around Ipswich, and now running his own funeral service, David’s story is about finding purpose in unexpected places. We talk about how army discipline turned into everyday resilience, how loss and …
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Audits, Asia, and Adventure: Tori’s Wild Career Ride
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42:34Send us a text What happens when an Ipswich school kid with shaky careers advice follows curiosity instead of a script? Tori Burn’s journey bounces from local audits to teaching in Beijing, from Deloitte in Auckland to running a 14‑acre holiday park through power cuts, blocked pipes, and a global lockdown. Funny, honest, and full of lessons you can…
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Send us a text What if the best IT work is the stuff you don’t even notice—no drama, no heroics, just things quietly working the way they should? That’s Gary’s story. He went from fixing his school’s computers as a teenager to running AnyIT, a managed service provider built on reliability, compliance, and actual human support. We talk about the rea…
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Rewriting a Career: Purpose, Money and Hope
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29:00Send us a text We sit down with Kathy Duffy—NHS physio turned entrepreneur—to unpack a bold career pivot built on ethics, real savings, and a lifestyle that actually fits. We explore tough questions about network marketing, the difference between hype and real value, and how she protects integrity by walking away when switching isn’t right. For Kat…
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Send us a text What makes a financial advisor truly effective? Is it technical knowledge, product expertise, or something more fundamental? Colin Low, founder and Managing Director of Kings Fleet Financial Planning, reveals it's about striking the perfect balance between expertise and accessibility. The chat takes a fun twist when Colin shares his …
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Send us a text Jake Slinn’s journey proves you don’t need top grades to make it big in business. At just 26, he’s running JS Global Group, a company turning over £2.5 million – and it all started with only £400 in his pocket. Despite leaving school with just two GCSEs and dealing with dyslexia, Jake found his own way. As he puts it: “I can’t read o…
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Send us a text From architecture dreams to graphic design reality, Chris Chenery's creative journey spans over 25 years of professional evolution. What began as a childhood fascination with drawing house plans transformed into a successful career Chris shares the bold move that launched his career – organizing a student exhibition in Covent Garden …
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On All Fours: How George Built a Cleaning Company Without Cleaning Skills
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31:16Send us a text Discover the refreshingly honest and hilarious journey of George, who built a successful cleaning company despite having virtually no cleaning skills. From being the classroom clown whose reports consistently noted "so much potential if only he could pay attention," to finding himself on all fours with socks in hand trying to mop up …
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Send us a text Ever wondered what happens when someone defies every expectation in their industry? Caroline Russell's journey from school-hating teenager to successful financial advisor before age 30 demolishes stereotypes and proves that success rarely follows a conventional path. The most powerful moment in Caroline's story comes after a crushing…
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Send us a text Think accountancy is all numbers and spreadsheets? Think again. We pull back the curtain on what your accountant really sees when they examine your financial records – and it's far more revealing than you might imagine. Have you ever tried to claim a questionable expense on your taxes? We'd love to hear your stories – though we can't…
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The Curious Case of Barry Parker - From Prison Officer to Private Eye
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35:39Send us a text What does it really take to be a private investigator in the digital age? Barry Parker of De Sudor Investigations pulls back the curtain on this mysterious profession, sharing the fascinating twists and turns of his career path from footballer to prison officer to professional private eye! The evolution of private investigation work …
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The Extra Slice: What Happens When Guests Leave
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5:57Send us a text Ever wondered what podcast hosts really think about their guests once the recording stops? That's exactly what we reveal in this peek behind the podcast curtain as we discuss our exclusive subscriber content, "The Extra Slice." For less than the price of a weekly coffee, subscribers don't just get extra content—they become part of ou…
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Send us a text James Gunther shares his remarkable journey from McDonald's floor manager to partner at Fenwright Estate Agency, demonstrating how commitment, resilience and genuine passion for helping clients can lead to professional success. • Left school at 16, opted for work experience over university debt without clear career direction • Initia…
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Send us a text Craig Starling, Director at Ipswich Computer Solutions and finalist for Suffolk Director of the Year, shares his journey from IT apprentice to award-nominated business leader at just 29 years old. "We're IT people with personalities," Under his leadership, the company evolved from being "Suffolk's best kept secret" to having a promin…
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From Press Releases to Real Relationships
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33:45Send us a text "Failure only happens when you stop trying." This powerful belief has guided Helen throughout her remarkable journey from frustrated corporate employee to successful entrepreneur. On this episode of The Fun Side of Business, Helen reveals the crucial but often misunderstood distinction between PR and marketing. Her special talent lie…
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Wayne's Journey from Retail to Platinum Success
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27:53Send us a text Wayne shares how he built Platinum Cleaning from zero while surviving on just £500 a month with a mortgage and family to support. His candid reflections reveal both the exhilarating and devastating moments of entrepreneurship. What makes this conversation special isn't just Wayne's remarkable rise from retail worker to business owner…
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Send us a text What happens when a schoolboy who didn't like homework transforms into someone managing millions in client investments? James Roper's story is a refreshing reminder that career paths are rarely straightforward. Despite having a young family and the security of regular employment, James took the leap into financial advising. "I rememb…
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Fun Side of Business: Where Real People Share Raw Stories
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8:46Send us a text We're pulling back the curtain to reveal the authentic humans behind local businesses. The Fun Side of Business podcast emerged from our belief that "people buy from people." As hosts of networking events, we've witnessed countless fascinating stories hiding behind professional personas. These aren't formal interviews but relaxed con…
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