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Business Without BS

Oury Clark
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Your weekly dose of real-world business intelligence. No gurus, no fluff - just practical lessons from people who’ve built, scaled, failed, adapted, celebrated, and done it all again. We don’t admire success from afar - we dissect it, decode it, and deliver the lessons straight to you. Subscribe for weekly insights and free resources that strip away the jargon and deliver the real-world lessons yo... more

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<p>EP 428 — Simon Leadbetter argues that most UK businesses are running on guesswork instead of evidence.</p>

<p>Marketing, he says, only works when you start by admitting the customer doesn’t care about you. In this fast, sharp conversation, Simon ... more

EP 429 — Two brothers turn British honey into a fast‑growing drinks brand while fighting cheap imports and scaling on a shoestring.

Hive Mind Mead Co went from brewing in a garage to landing listings with Selfridges, Co‑op and top restaurants — all ... more

EP 427 — Preparing UK founders for the shock of needing US GAAP fast when American investors arrive.

Most founders only discover the real cost of US GAAP when an investor demands it. Katrina Nacci explains why the pain isn’t the accounting rules, bu... more

EP [number] — Kevin Gaskell argues that clarity, accountability and attitude drive real organisational performance — not slogans or bureaucracy.

Kevin Gaskell explains why most struggling companies aren’t failing on product or market, but on leaders... more

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Katrina Nacci
Cross-border accounting specialist focused on US GAAP conversions for overseas companies expanding to the US
Independent advisor specializing in US GAAP conversions
Episode: The hidden cost of going US GAAP with Katrina Nacci, cross‑border accounting specialist
Kevin Gaskell
Turnaround CEO who led Porsche, BMW UK, Lamborghini turnarounds
Independent entrepreneur, former CEO/chairman
Episode: Why Teams Fall Apart and How to Fix Them with Kevin Gaskell, Turnaround CEO
Richard Francis
Founder of Spotlight Reporting; former accountant and advisor
Spotlight Reporting
Episode: Why Most Accountants Stay Stuck Until They Ditch Clients with Richard Francis, Spotlight Reporting Founder
Daniel Levan-Harris
Founder of Mango Logistics Group; Co-founder of Edible
Mango Logistics, Edible
Episode: Why Most Networking Fails with Daniel Levan-Harris, Mango Logistics Founder
Sonia Kanjee
Founder of Bridge, US tax expert
Bridge
Episode: How UK Founders Get US Expansion Wrong with Sonia Kanjee, US Tax Expert
William Humphreys
Partner at Oury Clark, accountant and auditor
Oury Clark
Episode: An Entrepreneur's Guide to Financial Reports - William Humphreys, partner at Oury Clark
Bill Grimsey
Former CEO of Wickes, Iceland, and Focus DIY; retail turnaround expert; author of Grimsey Reviews
Independent/Author
Episode: How to Cure a Sick High Street with Bill Grimsey, ex‑Wickes CEO
Adam Pope
Founder of Spencer Churchill Solicitors
Spencer Churchill Solicitors
Episode: Does Manchester Beat London for Building a Business? - Adam Pope, Founder of Spencer Churchill Solicitors
Mark Palmer
Bestselling author and brand consultant, founder of Maverick Planet; advisor with Catalyst
Maverick Planet / Catalyst
Episode: Most Firms Get Marketing Wrong, Here's Why - Mark Palmer

Hosts

Andy Uri
Host of the show; principal interviewer guiding conversations with practical focus and strategic framing
Andrew Craig
Co-host facilitating interviews and deep dives into business strategy, operations, and governance

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4.5 out of 5 stars from 62 ratings
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    Superb show, perfect blend of learning, engaging and chuckling

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Pithy, engaging and practical; keeps learning lively with a good blend of humor.
No fluff, focused on real-world lessons and frameworks listeners can implement.
Strong guest variety that covers finance, law, strategy, and leadership.
Clear, actionable insights that are easy to apply in real business contexts.

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How UK Founders Get US Expansion Wrong with Sonia Kanjee, US Tax Expert
Q: When should a UK company actually start expanding into the US?
Start with remote selling to build momentum and brand, then consider a US entity only when annual US sales reach defined tiers (roughly from six figures up to around half a million), to manage costs and compliance risk.
Why ESG Blew Up and What Leaders Do Next with Lucy Parker, Brunswick Senior Partner
Q: What should leaders focus on to avoid spreading their efforts too thin across many ESG issues?
Identify the areas where the footprint is largest and where impact will be greatest, then concentrate resources there instead of chasing every issue; use a materiality lens and involve those most affected to guide priorities.
Why ESG Blew Up and What Leaders Do Next with Lucy Parker, Brunswick Senior Partner
Q: What leadership behavior do you think hasn't caught up with today's world?
Leaders struggle with moving from a traditional command-and-control approach to engaging with multiple stakeholders, being present and visible, and answering what is truly material for their business while maintaining a clear, values-driven focus.
Most Firms Get Marketing Wrong, Here's Why - Mark Palmer
Q: How should a CEO participate in branding without overexposing themselves?
If the CEO is an important part of the brand's identity or acts as an opinion former, public exposure can help reinforce values, but it's a double-edged sword: it raises visibility and risk if mismanaged or if missteps occur.
Most Firms Get Marketing Wrong, Here's Why - Mark Palmer
Q: What's your approach to evaluating whether a founder has a solid value proposition?
Focus on two things: first, what problem you solve for the customer and the tangible benefit; second, the quantified value you deliver. If these aren't clear and defensible, investors will struggle to see the opportunity.

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What is Business Without BS about and what kind of topics does it cover?

A pragmatic, hands-on show that dissects real-world business decisions through founder-level stories, expert interviews, and practical frameworks. Episodes span networking that works in practice, cross-border expansion, accounting and financial literacy for founders, retail turnarounds, regional market dynamics, ESG and leadership, AI readiness, and fundraising realism. Guests range from serial entrepreneurs and lawyers to tax professionals and AI thinkers, offering clear takeaways, actionable tips, and cautionary tales designed for operators, builders, and decision-makers who want tangible lessons over buzzwords. A notable pattern is the mix of founder journeys with practical how-tos, plus timely topics like AI integration, regulatory shif... more

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