
Two mates, one new business. How will the nicest blokes in telly cope as they try to launch a new cosmetic business for men? Ben Shephard and Joel Dommett have come together to launch a brand-new business. Really! But will their attempt to be entrepreneurs in the realm of skincare actually work? Join them for the trials of business, family life, and the grim/hilarious realities of aging not-so-... more
| Publishes | Weekly | Episodes | 45 | Founded | 10 months ago |
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Susie Ma, founder and CEO of Tropic Skincare, joins Ben to discuss the realities of building a business from the ground up, the challenges of scaling a fast-growing company, and the lessons she's learned throughout her career. Susie shares why purpos... more
Frankie James, founder of Ideas Fest and creator of the Great British Entrepreneur Awards, joins Ben in the studio.
In a world where building a business can often feel lonely, Frankie has made it her mission to bring entrepreneurs together. She's cr... more
James Harknett, tanning expert and spray tanner to the stars, joins Ben on this weeks episode.
As the go-to spray tan expert for celebrities, fashion shows and major TV productions, James has spent more than two decades turning a niche skill into a ... more
Aaron Chatterley built Feelunique into one of Europe’s leading online beauty retailers before selling the business to Sephora. Ben sits down with Aaron to explore the lessons behind that journey, and why he's now building INDU, a teen beauty brand.
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This was such a great listen. It’s like The Office meets ‘insert serious movie/show here]. I can’t wait to see where this audio journey will take me.
Love these two together, great concept
Very funny. Nish made me laugh a lot. Interested to see where it goes
So fun to see a business launch LIVE — can’t wait for more
One episode in and love love love this podcast! The combo of Joel and Ben is superb. Look forward to hearing how their new venture unfolds.
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Two mates navigate the challenges of launching a men's skincare brand, mixing candid startup talk with humor, live-demonstrations, and real-world product development. Across episodes, the conversations swing from naming a brand and crowd-sourced logo bets to live tastings, branding bets, and practical lessons on credibility, fundraising, and retail strategy. Notable touches include high-profile guest insights from beauty, hospitality, and media, plus a breezy,Authenticity-first approach that blends entertainment with practical business guidance. The show often centers on community engagement, bold branding decisions, and the realities of turning a vanity project into a scalable consumer product, all while balancing family life and long-term... more
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