Rephonic
Artwork for It Runs In The Family

It Runs In The Family

Liz & Leila Willingham
Family Business
London
Hospitality
Leadership
Sonas Hotel Collection
Steenbergs
Speranța Shelter
London Glass Blowing
Harries Hair Salons
Cubbi
Velfrey Vineyard
Small Family Business
The Pantry
Boon Brokers
Robin Cancer Trust
Vittoria Group
Mercat Tours
Neve's Bees
Comptoir Bakery
Wyke Farms

Hello! We're Liz & Leila Willingham and welcome to "It Runs In The Family". We're the mother and daughter duo working within the public relations and communications agency, Liz Lean PR. Running a business is hard - really hard. Every business has its challenges and it's own ups and downs - but in a family business, this is often exaggerated by the willingness to speak your mind. But it also has so... more

PublishesTwice monthlyEpisodes147Founded6 years ago
Number of ListenersCategories
EntrepreneurshipBusinessManagement

Listen to this Podcast

Artwork for It Runs In The Family

Latest Episodes

At just 26 years old, Charlie Hawker has the reins of his father’s business, and he’s reinventing a ‘dinosaur industry’ in his own ambitious image.

Charlie takes us from counting sheets of labels in his parents’ spare room to steering A4 Labels thro... more

One fateful year for dairy farmers and a simple milk quota turned a Cotswolds dairy farm into a nationally-beloved, family-owned ice cream brand - Marshfield Farm Ice Cream.

In this episode of It Runs in the Family, Leila and Liz sit down with mothe... more

What happens when your festival colleague is also your mum, your aunt or your dad behind the decks? 

In this We Out Here Festival special, Liz and Leila roam the show to find artist liaison dynamos, Tanzanian musical queens, and a producer–DJ team c... more

What does it feel like to grow up thinking your family farm is simply a shared passion, only to realise you’re now stewarding a cheddar recipe beloved in 160 countries? 

In this episode of ‘It Runs In The Family’, fourth-generation custodian Lucie C... more

Key Facts

Accepts Guests
Contact Information
Podcast Host
Number of Listeners
Find out how many people listen to this podcast per episode and each month.

Similar Podcasts

People also subscribe to these shows.

Dish
DishCold Glass Productions

Recent Guests

Charlie Hawker
Managing Director of A4 Labels
A4 Labels
Episode: Going Global: A4 Labels’ Journey from Side Hustle to Worldwide Success with Charlie Hawker #145
Dawn Hawking
Co-owner of Marshfield Ice Cream
Marshfield Ice Cream
Episode: From Dairy Farm to National Scoop: The Marshfield Ice Cream Family Story with Dawn & Angus Hawking #144
Angus Hawking
Co-owner of Marshfield Ice Cream
Marshfield Ice Cream
Episode: From Dairy Farm to National Scoop: The Marshfield Ice Cream Family Story with Dawn & Angus Hawking #144
Chloe (ChloÉ)
Chloe, lead on the Chloe and Dee team at We Out Here, artist liaison lead
We Out Here Festival
Episode: We Out Here 2026: The Families Behind The Festival #143
Glyn Bush
DJ/Producer aka BiggaBush, father
Music industry (Rockers Hi-Fi lineage)
Episode: We Out Here 2026: The Families Behind The Festival #143
Lauren (Rini)
Lauren Bush, daughter, DJ/Producer
Music industry
Episode: We Out Here 2026: The Families Behind The Festival #143
Lucie Clothier
From Wyke Farms, fourth generation family business
Wyke Farms
Episode: Shouldering a 165-Year Legacy of Award-Winning Cheddar with Wyke Farms’ Lucie Clothier #142
Brent Thomas
Co-Founder & CEO of Tepi Naturals
Tepi Naturals
Episode: Upcycling Coffee into Skincare with Tepi Naturals’ Co-Founder & CEO, Brent Thomas #138
Anca Tomescu
Vet and founder of Speranța Shelter
Speranța Shelter (Romania)
Episode: From 300 Dogs to 3 Generations: Saving Strays in Romania with Anca and Sara Tomescu #137

Hosts

Liz Willingham
Host with co-host, part of It Runs In The Family and Liz Lean PR; leads conversations with family-business guests.
Leila Willingham
Co-host alongside Liz Willingham; focuses on guest stories and family-business dynamics.

Reviews

5.0 out of 5 stars from 26 ratings
  • Essential weekly listen!

    Not only is every guest an inspiration, they each bring a unique and moreish personality that Liz and Leila get to play with. Every episode is a hit, thank you!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    carlozevo
    United Kingdom4 years ago
  • Love love love!

    This podcast is so good! My favourite episodes have been Squirrel Sisters, Scrumbles, Finnmark Sauna and Haskins. So many great stories and tips that every entrepreneur can learn from. Can’t wait for the next one!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    papsam01
    United Kingdom5 years ago
  • Fantastic episode!

    Loved the episode with Tamsin! Wish I lived near Stockton Bury to see all that was talked about. Wonderful heartfelt episode about the future of gardens like these.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Agatha Fan!
    United States5 years ago
  • Loving Liz and Leila double act

    Great concept for a podcast series. Love your relaxed approach too. Running a business can be tough. Add family to that equation and you have such interesting dynamics to explore. Well done ladies!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    TracieBB
    United Kingdom6 years ago
  • Really interesting listen not just from the family business side but business in general

    As someone who has experience working in a few different ventures involving family, some successful, some not so much, this is a really interesting listen and from the episodes so far, a good balance of startup and long established stories.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Amj2112
    United Kingdom6 years ago

Listeners Say

Key themes from listener reviews, highlighting what works and what could be improved about the show.

Listeners value practical tips on growth and governance.
Guests are consistently inspiring with diverse family-business stories.
Content spans multiple sectors, showcasing broad relevance to family enterprises.
The hosts' relaxed, warm style makes challenging topics approachable.

Top Entrepreneurship Podcasts

Aspire with Emma Grede
Aspire with Emma GredeEmma Grede | Audacy
Good Bad Billionaire
Good Bad BillionaireBBC World Service
Founders
FoundersDavid Senra
The Prof G Pod with Scott Galloway
The Prof G Pod with Scott GallowayVox Media Podcast Network
BigDeal
BigDealCodie Sanchez
My First Million
My First MillionHubspot Media
The Tim Ferriss Show
The Tim Ferriss ShowTim Ferriss: Bestselling Author, Human Guinea Pig

Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Going Global: A4 Labels’ Journey from Side Hustle to Worldwide Success with Charlie Hawker #145
Q: How did the business evolve from packing labels into envelopes to running a factory?
It started with a bin of offcuts sold on eBay, then expanded into more sizes and materials, moved to an office, hired staff, and finally invested in manufacturing with new machinery in 2018, which drastically broadened capabilities and client base.
From Dairy Farm to National Scoop: The Marshfield Ice Cream Family Story with Dawn & Angus Hawking #144
Q: When did you join the business and how did your roles evolve?
Angus discusses starting in the early days, taking on manufacturing decisions, and Dawn recounts moving from physiotherapy to sales and broader leadership as the company grew.
From Dairy Farm to National Scoop: The Marshfield Ice Cream Family Story with Dawn & Angus Hawking #144
Q: Can you tell us about the business today and your roles within it?
Dawn explains the late-1980s origin and the gradual expansion to a national brand, with the younger generation now involved and taking on different parts of the operation, especially sales and modernizing processes.
Gaelic Roots & Grand Ambitions: Inside the Sonas Hotel Collection with Anne Gracie Gunn and Jennifer Gracie #120
Q: What is your top tip for business leaders working with family?
The core advice is to be pals and cultivate a warm, friendly culture where people feel supported and part of a family, not a scripted, rigid operation.
Gaelic Roots & Grand Ambitions: Inside the Sonas Hotel Collection with Anne Gracie Gunn and Jennifer Gracie #120
Q: Would you press reset or do anything differently if given a chance?
No major changes; they view the journey as a happenstance that worked, appreciating the balance and learning that came from embracing the ride rather than overplanning.

Audience Metrics

Listeners, social reach, demographics and more for this podcast.

Listeners per Episode
Gender Skew
Location
Interests
Professions
Age Range
Household Income
Social Media Reach

Frequently Asked Questions About It Runs In The Family

What is It Runs In The Family about and what kind of topics does it cover?

A show centered on family- and multi-generational businesses across a wide range of sectors, from manufacturing and food to hospitality and arts. Episodes explore leadership transitions, governance, succession, culture, and the balancing act between tradition and growth, all through candid conversations with founders, heirs, and next-gen leaders. The format often highlights practical lessons on scaling, sustainability, and maintaining identity while passing the baton. A notable strength is the blend of warmth, humor, and practical business insight, making it appealing to listeners who run or work in family businesses or who sponsor entrepreneur-focused content.

Where can I find podcast stats for It Runs In The Family?

Rephonic provides a wide range of podcast stats for It Runs In The Family. We scanned the web and collated all of the information that we could find in our comprehensive podcast database. See how many people listen to It Runs In The Family and access YouTube viewership numbers, download stats, audience demographics, chart rankings, ratings, reviews and more.

How many listeners does It Runs In The Family get?

Rephonic provides a full set of podcast information for four million podcasts, including the number of listeners. View further listenership figures for It Runs In The Family, including podcast download numbers and subscriber numbers, so you can make better decisions about which podcasts to sponsor or be a guest on. You will need to upgrade your account to access this premium data.

What are the audience demographics for It Runs In The Family?

Rephonic provides comprehensive predictive audience data for It Runs In The Family, including gender skew, age, country, political leaning, income, professions, education level, and interests. You can access these listener demographics by upgrading your account.

How many subscribers and views does It Runs In The Family have?

To see how many followers or subscribers It Runs In The Family has on Spotify and other platforms such as Castbox and Podcast Addict, simply upgrade your account. You'll also find viewership figures for their YouTube channel if they have one.

Which podcasts are similar to It Runs In The Family?

These podcasts share a similar audience with It Runs In The Family:

1. Dish

How many episodes of It Runs In The Family are there?

It Runs In The Family launched 6 years ago and published 147 episodes to date. You can find more information about this podcast including rankings, audience demographics and engagement in our podcast database.

How do I contact It Runs In The Family?

Our systems regularly scour the web to find email addresses and social media links for this podcast. We scanned the web and collated all of the contact information that we could find in our podcast database. But in the unlikely event that you can't find what you're looking for, our concierge service lets you request our research team to source better contacts for you.

Where can I see ratings and reviews for It Runs In The Family?

Rephonic pulls ratings and reviews for It Runs In The Family from multiple sources, including Spotify, Apple Podcasts, Castbox, and Podcast Addict.

View all the reviews in one place instead of visiting each platform individually and use this information to decide if a show is worth pitching or not.

How do I access podcast episode transcripts for It Runs In The Family?

Rephonic provides full transcripts for episodes of It Runs In The Family. Search within each transcript for your keywords, whether they be topics, brands or people, and figure out if it's worth pitching as a guest or sponsor. You can even set-up alerts to get notified when your keywords are mentioned.

What guests have appeared on It Runs In The Family?

Recent guests on It Runs In The Family include:

1. Charlie Hawker
2. Dawn Hawking
3. Angus Hawking
4. Chloe (ChloÉ)
5. Glyn Bush
6. Lauren (Rini)
7. Lucie Clothier
8. Brent Thomas

To view more recent guests and their details, simply upgrade your Rephonic account. You'll also get access to a typical guest profile to help you decide if the show is worth pitching.

Find and pitch the right podcasts

We help savvy brands, marketers and PR professionals to find the right podcasts for any topic or niche. Get the data and contacts you need to pitch podcasts at scale and turn listeners into customers.
Try it free for 7 days