The Story Club
34 episodes - English - Latest episode: 19 days ago - ★★★★★ - 2 ratingsEverybody has a story.
Sharing them and listening to others is how we learn, grow, and get out of our own experiences.
In these episodes you’ll find a range of people from various backgrounds - entrepreneurs, thought leaders and those just striving to do more.
I’ve always loved human stories, and I hope after some of these - you do too.
@iamjonnyrose
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Episodes
#31 Rory Codrington - Clear Intentions, Success & A Balanced Life
May 01, 2024 07:35 - 37 minutes - 51.5 MBMeet Rory Codrington, the Founder of Trust Keith&. In this episode, Rory discusses his entrepreneurial journey and reflections on building a boostrapped business to £1,000,000 annual recurring revenue. With that growth and success, he's started asking himself some big questions, that all Entrepreneurs will at some point. It's about starting out with clear intentions. What does success look like to you personally? Not being blindsided by all these other shiny objects. (0:00) - Introd...
#30 Sam Kitching - Launching Products, Authentic Values & Community
April 10, 2024 10:56 - 41 minutes - 56.8 MBMeet Sam Kitching, The Founder of WIT and Friday&. Sam's experience truly is at the intersection of fitness, retail, and brand building. Covering all his experience navigating the retail landscape, his commitment to authentic physical experiences, and his vision for the future of fitness brands. "You can't do everything yourself... It's about finding people who complement your skills and letting them shine." (00:00) - Introduction to Sam and where it all began (03:15) - The evolution o...
#29 Olly Hudson - E-Commerce, Team Building & The Future Of Shopping
March 13, 2024 15:43 - 46 minutes - 63.7 MBMeet Olly Hudson, the DTC master building DTC brands to 8 and 9 figures. In this episode, Olly dives deep into digital marketing, sharing his expert insights on the evolution of DTC platforms, the importance of data-driven decisions, and the power of understanding consumer psychology. 'The power of people is still underappreciated. You can't do everything yourself... You need to find people who are better than you at things.' 00:00 - Introduction to Olly Hudson and his journey into D2C ...
#28 Mitch Clayton - Football, Family & Flowd
February 21, 2024 13:36 - 46 minutes - 63.4 MBMeet Mitch Clayton, Co-Founder of Flowd, as we dive into his journey from football to the forefront of B2B lead generation. In this episode, Mitch talks about the discipline from his football days, the shift to entrepreneurship, and how these experiences have shaped the ethos behind Flowd's success. 'We are just obsessed with what we do... There's no better feeling for us than helping our clients generate huge opportunities closing big deals knowing that it's come from your work' ...
#27 Josh Kilimanjaro - Beats, Breakthroughs & The Importance Of Relationships
February 06, 2024 14:30 - 42 minutes - 59.1 MBMeet Josh Kilimanjaro, a mastermind in the music world. In this episode, Josh gives an honest look into the life of an artist searching for authenticity and connection in today's digital age. He shares his journey from his time as a band member to a DJ, navigating the music industry, his personal growth amidst lockdown, and the importance of family and friends on his career. "You need to dig deep. Everything that you invest in now will reap its rewards, and the seeds that you sow now will...
#26 Sam Winsbury - Brand Building, Leadership, And Creating An Empire
January 16, 2024 11:38 - 54 minutes - 74.8 MBMeet Sam Winsbury, an entrepreneur who has been deep in the world of personal branding the last few years, and business leadership. In this episode, Sam shares his journey from starting his business, to becoming a sought-after personal branding expert. We get right into the nuances of creating a personal brand in today's digital age, adapting business strategies in challenging times, personal growth, and the often-overlooked aspects of building a successful brand. "Take responsibility fo...
#25 Hector Hughes - Startups, Spirituality & Digital Detoxing
November 02, 2023 12:12 - 45 minutes - 62.9 MBMeet Hector Hughes, one of the minds behind Unplugged. At the time of recording, Hector was not only expanding the business but also reflecting on the best ways to manage personal relationships in the digital age. And the choices that demanded, that led to self-realisations - and a new entrepreneurial opportunity. Join me as Hector offers his unfiltered view on the challenges of startup life, the way the world is going, and the problem of us all focussing on the wrong things. "Life is ab...
#24 Lara Acosta - Deadlifts, Overcoming Adversity & Finding Your Purpose
October 19, 2023 06:00 - 45 minutes - 62.3 MBMeet Lara Acosta, one of the Queens of LinkedIn. We get deep in this episode, finding the real person behind the brand. Lara talks through major moments of self-doubt to monumental triumphs, and how these have all played a part in her journey. As of filming, she was juggling her master's along with growing her business and profile. And the tough decisions that brought. Join me as we get her unfiltered perspective on the highs and lows of facing up against imposter syndrome and balancin...
#24 Lara Acosta - Deadlifts, Depression & Finding Your Purpose
October 19, 2023 06:00 - 45 minutes - 62.3 MBMeet Lara Acosta, one of the Queens of LinkedIn. We get deep in this episode, finding the real person behind the brand. Lara talks through major moments of self-doubt to monumental triumphs, and how these have all played a part in her journey. As of filming, she was juggling her master's along with growing her business and profile. And the tough decisions that brought. Join me as we get her unfiltered perspective on the highs and lows of facing up against imposter syndrome and balancin...
#23 Alex El-Nemer - Celebrity Brands, Embracing Change & Self-Awareness
October 11, 2023 08:09 - 52 minutes - 72.7 MBMeet Alex El-Nemer, the innovative force behind Creative Control Ventures. Charting a course from his early ventures to now pioneering the fusion of celebrity influence and impactful consumer brands, Alex brings a blend of ingenuity and strategy. As Co-Founder & Co-CEO at Creative Control Ventures, he isn’t just about collaborations; he’s about crafting authentic brands that resonate deeply with consumers. Join us as Alex sheds light on the intricate world of celebrity-driven consumer br...
#22 Chris Burns - Crafting Copy, Embracing Feedback & Breaking the Rules
September 26, 2023 20:00 - 1 hour - 84.7 MBMeet Chris Burns, the mastermind behind evocative copy that converts. Venturing from his initial footsteps as a personal trainer to now crafting compelling narratives for businesses, Chris epitomizes the journey of continuous evolution and learning. As a top-class copywriter, he's more than just words on a page – he’s about resonating messages and tangible outcomes. Journey with us as Chris unravels the layers of successful entrepreneurship. From the nuances of soliciting feedback to the d...
21 Lewis Kemp - Embracing Change, Adaptability, And The Drive Of Entrepreneurship
September 18, 2023 22:48 - 44 minutes - 60.7 MBMeet Lewis Kemp, the mind behind Lightbulb Media. Covering topics from navigating the world of digital marketing to mastering the delicate dance of work-life balance. As the CEO of a creative marketing agency in Manchester, he makes it clear he’s not just about buzzwords – but real-world application and results. Dive deep with us as Lewis reveals the challenges and triumphs of a business owner in the modern age. From dealing with ever-changing algorithms and platforms to the ambition-dri...
#21 Lewis Kemp - Embracing Change, Adaptability, And The Drive Of Entrepreneurship
September 18, 2023 22:48 - 44 minutes - 60.7 MBMeet Lewis Kemp, the mind behind Lightbulb Media. Covering topics from navigating the world of digital marketing to mastering the delicate dance of work-life balance. As the CEO of a creative marketing agency in Manchester, he makes it clear he’s not just about buzzwords – but real-world application and results. Dive deep with us as Lewis reveals the challenges and triumphs of a business owner in the modern age. From dealing with ever-changing algorithms and platforms to the ambition-dri...
#20 Shoaib Ahmed - The Creator Economy, A Unique Personal Brand & How To Stand Out
June 14, 2023 22:13 - 51 minutes - 70.1 MBMeet Shoaib Ahmed, Founder of Yellow Hippo. Shoaib is a fountain of knowledge, and one of the people at the top of their game when it comes to Personal Branding. He shares some real wisdom in this episode - on this topic in particular he covers so many of the things that we battle with. Doubting ourselves. Imposter syndrome, and thinking what we know has no value. Being true to yourself, and not copying people for clicks. The real value and longevity of your posts. “What you post and...
#19 Maria Villablanca - Solving Problems, Family & Standing Up For The Little Guy
May 31, 2023 06:04 - 56 minutes - 77.3 MBMeet Maria Villablanca, Founder and CEO of Future Insights Network. Born in Chile, but a true global citizen - Maria has had a chance to experience it all. From being born just as the Pinochet regime kicked off, bouncing around America, only for her world to be upended and her making the call to go back to Chile for her family. And that was just in her first 20 years, plenty has happened since. We go deep into her ability and habit of solving problems and spotting opportunities - which ...
#18 George Sullivan - Growing A Business, Creating A Community & Going All In On What You Love
May 17, 2023 07:05 - 53 minutes - 72.9 MBMeet George Sullivan, the king of Sneakers. He doesn’t call himself that, George is way too sound and far too modest for that. Although there are many who would consider him as such. George is the Founder of The Sole Supplier: www.thesolesupplier.co.uk. But that’s just one small part of who he is, and we go into his journey here. We talk about the amazing kicks his parents picked out for him as a toddler. Being a ‘troublemaker’ and getting kicked out of school at 17. And that's just t...
#17 Kofi Josephs - The Importance of Getting To Know Yourself & Never Giving Up
May 09, 2023 07:05 - 1 hour - 62.2 MBKofi Joseph’s is a guy who, one the outside, seems like he has it all. Successful British basketball player and mode, but in this podcast interview - we go beyond the surface and delve into the real story of Kofi's life. The work he’s put in, the struggles from his younger days, the events outside his control that made him who he is today. And he’s better for it. Growing up as an only child in the inner city, Kofi faced challenges that most of us can only imagine. Losing friends to viole...
#16 Faris Stingrai | Video Creator and Presenter
April 07, 2022 06:00 - 1 hour - 123 MBIf you ever want a hit of Dopamine, Faris Stingrai is your guy. Full of energy, positivity and a lust for life that's hard to match. He often spends his days at some of the biggest parties and events around the world, an almost envious career for many. Then the pandemic came along and he realised he wanted more from life... he needed more. And that's where I found him. We cover a lot in this episode - struggles, trust, karma and healing from family issues. But most importantly, never giving u...
#15 Mike Omoniyi | Founder and CEO of The Common Sense Network
March 22, 2022 07:00 - 1 hour - 120 MBEverything about Mike Omoniyi can't be covered in an hour podcats, let alone an episode description. Part activist, part commentator, part fighter for justice - he is a man of many talents and abilities. One thing Mike most certainly is, is a clear and thoughtful speaker. He's also very humble and human. Like all episodes - we discuss Mike's past, present and future. We talk through his experiences, what made him who he is today, what's shifts should take place in society, and how we ...
#14 Nnamdi Anunobi | YouTuber, TikToker & Instagrammer
March 15, 2022 07:00 - 1 hour - 123 MBAt just 23, Nnamdi Anunobi is already a Social Media superstar - creator, comedian, and influencer. In this episode we talk about why/where/how it all started, and how he convinced his Nigerian-born parents that this was his path to success. Most importantly Nnamdi shares the human side and why he never gave up. With the 'glitz' of Social Media stardom - there have been highs and lows. Jealousy from others, loneliness and the question of whether people want to get close to him genuinely ...
#13 Steven Robb & Mark Corcoran | Founders of Bee Inspired
February 08, 2022 08:47 - 1 hour - 60.7 MBFrom football to fashion. Steven Robb & Mark Corcoran, two friends who understood football wouldn't last forever, knew they wanted to go into business together. They just didn't quite know what that would be, for a while. And then through a visit to Thailand, some friends made, and a sweet wrapper... Bee Inspired was born. A global designer streetwear brand, worn by the likes of Messi, Coutinho and Suarez - famous for being photographed everywhere. In this episode, they tell the story...
#12 Colin Campbell | Office Athlete, Fitness Influencer & Podcaster
January 31, 2022 20:08 - 1 hour - 73.1 MBColin Campbell: friend, podcaster, fitness influencer, and long-suffering brother. Colin and I connected during the pandemic: part thanks to Social Media and part being down to the fact we had both started our own Podcasts around the same time. (Colin being a mere 96 episodes ahead of me at the time of this episode’s release - 31/01/22). In this episode, we cover Colin’s background, his views on ‘peak performance’ in life, work and fitness – and why it matters to him. We also speak on un...
#11 - Welcome To The Story Club (What's In A Name?)
January 24, 2022 18:25 - 6 minutes - 5.68 MBHow has it been almost 2 years since the last episode? Time flies when you're locked up and there's a pandemic going on... Anyway, welcome back. First things first, you might have noticed we've changed our name - want to know why? Just hit play and I'll tell you all about it! Side Notes: 1. Please do send any great guest recommendations my way, no longer niching people in their 30's opens up plenty of possibilities. 2. Make sure to follow the Instagram page - https://www.instagram.com...
#10 Cally Russell | Founder and CEO of Mallzee
May 21, 2020 11:10 - 38 minutes - 69.8 MBCally Russell is a born Entrepreneur. Told from an early age that he wouldn't be very good at working for people, Cally set off on his own path (initially experiencing everything from DJ-ing to selling phones) and created a couple of businesses before founding Mallzee - the 'Tinder of fashion'. We cover what exactly Mallzee is, Cally's background and the business lessons he's learnt on the way. As this episode was recorded during the COVID-19 Pandemic - we cover what effect this has on re...
#9 Richard Davies | Director of Abandon Ship Apparel
April 22, 2020 10:09 - 56 minutes - 104 MBThere is no one word that defines Richard Davies - part creative genius, part hustler, part entrepreneur, part husband. He is the founder and face of Abandon Ship Apparel - a clothing brand that has an incredible history, with Rich being the face it has an almost human identity and Rich's ability to connect with his community has helped the brand go from strength to strength. Speaking of the brand, Abandon Ship also has an exciting future... You'll have to listen to find out what that is ...
#8 Lewis Andrews | Multi-instrumentalist & Music Producer
April 08, 2020 16:19 - 1 hour - 118 MBLewis grew up in the industry, so it's no surprise he found himself with a passion for creating music. He's been in bands since half way through university: the first of these being Kassidy, and then the band White and now his newest project - Moy - coming into the spotlight. We talk through his experience of growing a band from nothing to something, and how much the industry has changed with the rise of Social Media. As well has his experiences and life lessons - some wisdom for all. Yo...
#7 Phil Donaldson | Director of Macmerry 300
December 23, 2019 18:18 - 41 minutes - 76 MBPhil Donaldson is the Director of Macmerry 300 and Scottish License Trade News Entrepreneur of the year 2019! Starting out with plans for a career in football, Phil found himself skilled at business and before he knew it he was running cafes, restaurants, bars, clubs, pizza shops and plans to expand above and beyond that. This episode is less about Phil’s life and story, more on his experience, learnings and views on life, business and beyond. Check out what he’s created so far: King of I...
#6 Leah Hutcheon | Founder of Appointedd
November 21, 2019 08:00 - 1 hour - 118 MBLeah Hutcheon is the Chief Executive and founder of Appointedd - THE cutting-edge online booking and scheduling solution. Under Leah's watch the company has gone from strength to strength Internationally whilst also raising £1.6m investment since it was set up in 2011, with Leah herself recently winning UK Small Business Entrepreneur of the Year at the NatWest Great British Entrepreneur Awards. In this episode we talk through Leah's past, how Appointedd came to be, the struggles she has g...
#7 Leah Hutcheon | Founder of Appointedd
November 21, 2019 08:00 - 1 hour - 118 MBLeah Hutcheon is the Chief Executive and founder of Appointedd - THE cutting-edge online booking and scheduling solution. Under Leah's watch the company has gone from strength to strength Internationally whilst also raising £1.6m investment since it was set up in 2011, with Leah herself recently winning UK Small Business Entrepreneur of the Year at the NatWest Great British Entrepreneur Awards. In this episode we talk through Leah's past, how Appointedd came to be, the struggles she has g...
#5 Fraser Johnston | Founder of Watch & Ride Virtual Snowboard School
November 06, 2019 08:12 - 1 hour - 111 MBIn today's episode I got to sit down with an old friend of mine Fraser Johnston. Fraser has been living in Canada for the last 9 years and in that time has set up his own Virtual Snowboarding School - Watch & Ride. The business is still in the early stages of its life, so Fraser gives some great insight into what it's like being an early stage Startup Founder, and all the highs and lows that come with it. With Canada being a far more liberal country, we also discuss Fraser's experience wit...
#4 Amar Singh | Founder of Amar Gallery & Curated Soho
October 21, 2019 07:00 - 1 hour - 142 MBFor episode 4, I sat down with Amar Singh - a Forbes 30 under 30 Entrepreneur in Art and Culture (he's 30 now, just in time to join me on the Pod!). Amar's had an extraordinary life - representing minority groups, fighting for LGBTQ rights and promoting art for the everyman. It's not all been easy, there's been hard times: back stabbed in a business venture, unscrupulous art dealers and general cynicism from other people, however this hasn't prevented him from pushing for more. We talk ...
#3 Arnold Ma | Founder of Qumin
October 15, 2019 08:05 - 1 hour - 113 MBArnold Ma has a fantastic story starting with moving to Essex from China at a young age, to creating his own Marketing Agency - Qumin - that helps brands understand and break into the Chinese market. He's incredibly knowledgeable on all things China - what they're doing, where the technology is going and just how far ahead in the game they are. If you like this episode, check out Arnold's own Podcast 'China, WTF' which you can listen to here - https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/china-wtf/...
#2 Fraser Doherty | Founder of SuperJam and Beer 52
October 07, 2019 07:00 - 52 minutes - 96.4 MBIt's our first interview episode, and we have the pleasure of sitting down with Fraser Doherty! Fraser's been an Entrepreneur from the age of 14 and we dive into his story, experiences and learnings from the last 16 years. A fascinating story, and some sage like advice - this one is worth listening to the end to get everything out of it. You can also check out Fraser's book '48-Hour Start-up: From Idea to Launch in 1 Weekend' here: https://www.amazon.co.uk/48-Hour-Start-up-idea-launch-weeken...
#1 - Welcome To The 30 Something Podcast (What Is This All About?)
September 22, 2019 23:00 - 6 minutes - 12.8 MBWelcome to the '30 Something' Podcast - the show that will be deep diving into the lives of Entrepreneurs and generally interesting people in their 30's! People in their 30's seem to think they have to put passions/hustles on hold whilst they're in the decade society expects them to start families and be settled. Too many think they missed the boat in their 20's and have to wait till their 40's to go for it. That's just not the case, and what this Podcast and the series of interviews will...