Business Without BS

EP 410 - Tax Without BS returns with a fiery but surprisingly hopeful breakdown of the November 2025 UK Budget. Andy, Jemma and Emma from Oury Clark sift the good, the bad, and the “are-you-kidding-me?” of Britain’s latest fiscal planFrom scale-up salvation and EIS boosts, to SME heartbreak, Mansion Tax grumbles, pension puzzles, and the four-year foreign-income free-for-all.It’s the only budget reaction that’ll make you laugh and rethink your life insurance.*For Apple Podcast chapters, access them from the menu in the bottom right corner of your player*Spotify Video Chapters:00:00 Andy's Episode Synposis02:29 Business Tax Positives05:37 Funding Gaps and EIS14:18 Business Rates and SME Challenges18:16 Inheritance Tax and Business Property Relief23:58 Impact on SMEs and Entrepreneurs33:12 Understanding Business Rates34:04 Personal Taxes Overview34:16 Employee Ownership Trusts Explained37:54 Income Tax Threshold Freeze38:55 Salary Sacrifice and ISA Changes40:08 Financial Literacy and Investment Advice43:44 Mansion Tax and Property Levies48:42 Tax Avoidance vs. Tax Evasion55:48 Foreign Income and Gains Regime01:00:32 Final Thoughts and Budget ReflectionsWatch and subscribe to us on YouTubeFollow us:InstagramTikTokLinkedinTwitterFacebook

EP 410 - From selling t-shirts on market stalls to founding the world-famous Bournemouth 7s Festival, entrepreneur Dodge Woodall has lived the highs and lows of business. This week, Dodge shares his raw story of hustle, risk, failure and resilience behind building an empire.Today Dodge is not just the founder of Bournemouth 7s - often called “the Glastonbury of sport” - but also the host of the hit Eventful Lives Podcast where he interviews extraordinary people with extraordinary stories. His journey proves that success doesn’t come from luck - it comes from grit, creativity, and relentless drive.What You’ll Learn in This Episode:How Dodge Woodall went from market stalls to multimillion-pound festivalsThe reality of building Bournemouth 7s into a global brandWhy failure and setbacks are essential for entrepreneursThe secrets behind running world-class events and businessesWhat Dodge learned from interviewing top athletes, entrepreneurs and entertainersIf you want unfiltered insights into entrepreneurship, festivals, and building businesses against the odds, this episode is packed with lessons you won’t find in textbooks.*For Apple Podcast chapters, access them from the menu in the bottom right corner of your player*Spotify Video Chapters:00:00 BWB with Dodge Woodall01:21 Growing Up in a Pub: Early Business Lessons05:04 The Nightclub Business: From University to Major Cities18:36 Creating Bournemouth 7s: The Festival Gamble40:48 The Essentials of Entrepreneurship41:23 Sponsor Message and Social Media Reminder41:57 New Book and Podcast Announcement42:55 Exploring the Criminal Underworld46:16 The Impact of Trauma on Success49:50 Challenges of Entrepreneurship51:46 Taxation and Employment Issues01:05:36 Scaling and Selling Businesses01:11:15 The Festival Business and Pandemic Challenges01:14:39 !Business or Bullshit Quiz!01:21:06 Wrap UpWatch and subscribe to us on YouTubeFollow us:InstagramTikTokLinkedinTwitterFacebookIf you'd like to be on the show, get in contact - [email protected]

EP 409 - What happens when you strip away phones, comfort and pretence? Therapist Jerry Hyde - often called “the most dangerous therapist in the world” - and filmmaker Mai Hua explore the raw truths of mental health, vulnerability and masculinity.Released for World Mental Health Day, the conversation dives into why modern life keeps us disconnected, how radical retreats (no phones, no showers, no distractions) transform people, and why real healing means breaking the rules.What You’ll Learn in This Episode:Why Jerry Hyde is called “the most dangerous therapist”How radical retreats challenge comfort, technology and egoThe link between phones, distraction and mental health declineWhy vulnerability is strength in therapy and relationshipsHow group therapy transforms masculinity and human connectionIf you’re interested in mental health awareness, therapy, and breaking free from modern distractions, this episode offers unfiltered insights and challenges conventional thinking.*For Apple Podcast chapters, access them from the menu in the bottom right corner of your player*Spotify Video Chapters:00:00 BWB with Jerry Hyde and Mai Hua00:40 Introducing Jerry and Mai01:52 Exploring Masculinity and Vulnerability04:03 The Power of Retreats05:44 The Impact of Technology on Mental Health06:27 The Importance of Human Connection08:50 Challenges of Modern Parenting18:53 Understanding ADHD and Trauma32:24 Gender Dynamics and Therapy45:25 Therapy as a Lifestyle Choice45:52 Challenges of Couples Therapy47:02 The Art of Self-Inquiry47:41 Collaborative Conflicts48:09 Gender Differences in Therapy57:44 Cultural Perspectives on Therapy01:03:02 Making a Man: The Documentary01:05:42 The Importance of Vulnerability01:23:12 Therapy and Group Dynamics01:25:17 Wrap UpWatch and subscribe to us on YouTubeFollow us:InstagramTikTokLinkedinTwitterFacebookIf you'd like to be on the show, get in contact - [email protected]

EP 408 - What happens when British charm collides with German order in the workplace? In part 3 of our Business Without Baggage series, we speak to professor and senior partner at GTK Germany - Manfred Klein - who breaks down the surprising differences - and hidden similarities - between the UK and Germany’s business cultures.From awkward handshakes and endless small talk to rigid agendas and direct feedback, discover why British and German colleagues often clash in meetings, negotiations and everyday work.What You’ll Learn in This Episode:Why German efficiency and precision frustrates British colleaguesHow British politeness and vagueness confuses German teamsThe truth about work - life boundaries in Germany vs the UKWhy Germans trust process while Brits trust personalityHow cultural differences can make or break international business dealsIf you’re doing business with Germany, managing international teams, or just curious about cross-cultural communication, this conversation is packed with real-world insights and a few laughs.*For Apple Podcast chapters, access them from the menu in the bottom right corner of your player*Spotify Video Chapters:00:00 Business Without Baggage part 3 - Germany00:43 Meet Manfred - A Legal Heavyweight01:16 The Importance of Formality and Punctuality02:20 Setting and Following an Agenda04:53 Work-Life Boundaries in Germany17:05 Direct Communication and Feedback29:14 The Role of Hierarchy and Family Businesses39:25 Social Security and Employee Expectations40:54 Understanding German Employee Benefits41:25 Work-Life Balance in Germany42:05 Challenges in the German Health and Pension Systems42:54 Maternity and Parental Leave Policies44:01 Declining Birth Rates and Social Security46:26 Immigration and Cultural Integration48:05 German Cultural Traits and Business Etiquette49:15 Economic Challenges and Quantitative Easing50:25 Direct Communication and Efficiency in Germany57:00 Business Collaboration Between Germany and UK59:16 Ease of Doing Business in Germany01:09:00 Common Mistakes When Doing Business in Germany01:11:03 Visa and Property Ownership in Germany01:13:50 Andy Wears German Carnival Outfit01:15:19 Business or Bullshit quiz!01:18:04 Wrap UpWatch and subscribe to us on YouTubeFollow us:InstagramTikTokLinkedinTwitterFacebookIf you'd like to be on the show, get in contact - [email protected]

EP 407 - What does it really take to build a food empire from scratch? We're giving our chat with John B Stapleton - serial entrepreneur, investor, and co-founder of the New Covent Garden Soup Company and Little Dish a re-run to remind us about the hard-won lessons behind his multi-million-pound successes.From inventing the UK’s fresh soup category to mentoring today’s challenger brands, John shares his insights on:Why resilience beats a “genius idea” every timeHow to raise investment when the market is stacked against youThe truth about failure - and why it’s the best teacher for entrepreneursBootstrapping until you “know what you’re doing”The entrepreneurial ego: small “e” vs big “E”Whether you’re launching your first startup or scaling towards exit, this episode is packed with real-world advice on how entrepreneurs really win - and why sometimes failure is the very thing that sets you up for millions.Perfect for founders, investors, and anyone navigating today’s uncertain business landscape.*For Apple Podcast chapters, access them from the menu in the bottom right corner of your player*Spotify Video Chapters:00:00 BWB with John Stapleton 00:40 John's Background and Achievements01:19 Current Business Climate and Challenges04:22 Investment Strategies and Advice12:45 Mentoring and Advising Startups14:25 Mission Ventures and Investment Platforms18:17 Entrepreneurial Traits and Success24:43 The Birth of Lamborghini25:22 The Cult of Entrepreneurial Personality26:29 The Value of Failure28:51 Consumer Insight and Resilience30:05 The Fresh Soup Revolution34:21 Quickfire - Get To Know John41:26 Wrap UpWatch and subscribe to us on YouTubeFollow us:InstagramTikTokLinkedinTwitterFacebookIf you'd like to be on the show, get in contact - [email protected]