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Tom's TalksTrying to Follow in his Fathers Footsteps | Ben BamforthThe Tom's Talks Podcast is a place where we speak to a vast array of people from different walks of life and find out what makes them them. We will speak about their unique journey and delve into the highs and the lows which ultimately define them. This week we sit down with Ben Bamforth. Ben is the owner of 2 successful gyms and has other businesses on the side. Ben's work rate can only be described as relentless but on this episode we try to find out why he works so hard.Check out my w...
2024-11-2554 min
Who Knows? PodcastEverything You DON’T Know About Steroids - Who Knows? PodcastThis week I’m joined by bodybuilding legend and business owner Dave Crosland. Dave has been on the bodybuilding scene for many years and was best known for having the biggest biceps in Britain, and his documentary on the use of anabolic steroids “Under Construction: The Freak”, where Dave became the test subject in his own experiment into how far you could really go when using PEDs. Using his lived experience and knowledge around PEDs, Dave runs Eval- a bloodwork analysis clinic aiming to provide users with scientifically-backed, non-judgemental medical advice. During the podcast, Dave and I discuss...
2024-07-291h 00Who Knows? PodcastHow To Take Your Business To The Next Level with Paul Donnelly - Who Knows? Podcast__________________________________This week I’m joined by entrepreneur, business coach and public speaker Paul Donnelly!I’ve been following Paul’s journey for some time now, and after seeing him grow and thrive in recent years, I couldn’t think of a better guest to have on the podcast.Paul is the definition of an entrepreneur. He works hard, truly helps his clients, looks after his family and of course, never neglects his health and fitness. Paul is the founder of Demand The Market, an organisation set on helping healthcare professionals build, grow and scale their businesses. With thi...
2024-03-2837 minWho Knows? PodcastChanging How I Think Saved My Life - Who Knows? PodcastThis week I’m joined by James Holmes AKA Productive Mindset.James has been on his own journey of self-discovery after suffering a debilitating and life-changing injury 3 years ago. Left bedridden for 8 months, his mental and physical health plummeted to new lows and left him with thoughts of ending his own life. Knowing something had to change, James began to enhance his mindset, explore past traumas that were impacting on his day to day life and prioritise his health and recovery. Today, James uses his online coaching business to help clients build their physiques and become the best ve...
2024-02-2131 minWho Knows? PodcastBuilding a Viral Business - Who Knows? PodcastThis week I’ve got the pleasure of sitting down again with Josh Thomas. Since releasing our last podcast together in August 2023, Josh’s business has been through immense growth period. Josh has taken both the accounting and social media worlds by storm, with his Instagram following growing by over 60 thousand in 3 months. In addition to his social media success, Josh is continuing to scale his business at a rapid rate. With an ever-growing team, Thomas & Co. is becoming one of the most well-recognised accountancy firms in the UK. During the podcast, Josh and I discuss how he gre...
2024-01-1437 minWho Knows? PodcastHow To Invest In Property and ACTUALLY Make Money - Who Knows? PodcastThis week I’m joined by business owner, entrepreneur and property expert Simon Frewin. Si founded Gracio Sourcing and Lettings Agency after numerous years in the property industry. When it comes to property, this guy knows his stuff. Whether it's buying, letting, selling or developing, Si has a wealth of knowledge which he now uses to help others get into property via his social media platforms. In addition to this, Si owns a boutique hotel in Manchester City Centre called Ancoats House and has a passion for fitness and travel. During the podcast, we talk about things to lo...
2023-11-2936 minWho Knows? PodcastThe Truth About OnlyFans - Who Knows? PodcastThis week I’m joined by digital content creators and influencers Brooke and Maisie. Both Brooke and Maisie earn their living creating content for popular online subscription site, OnlyFans. During this podcast, the girls chat to me about common myths and misconceptions surrounding the work they do, how much they can earn from it, whether they regret starting OF and what their plans are for the future. I can’t thank Brooke and Maisie enough for coming on to the podcast and chatting with me! If you’d like to find out more about their work, head over to th...
2023-10-1844 minWho Knows? PodcastMaster Your Mindset with Tom Dickinson - Who Knows? PodcastThis week I’m joined by business owner and motivational speaker, Tom Dickinson.Tom is easily one of the most hard-working, driven and transparent individuals I’ve had on the podcast so far.Tom started “Tom’s Talks" after losing his brother who battled with addiction and mental health difficulties, Tom’s Talks aims to provide support and advice to people struggling with their mental health. In addition to this, Tom is also owns a successful furniture business. During this podcast, Tom and I discuss his strong work-ethic, desire to help others and how he balances his career and...
2023-09-0136 minWho Knows? PodcastThe Road to Success: Josh Thomas on creating a leading business - Who Knows? PodcastThis week I’m joined by leading accountant and entrepreneur, Josh Thomas.Josh is, without a doubt one, of the most hard-working, ambitious and driven individuals I’ve ever had the pleasure of sitting down with. At only 23 years old, Josh has already achieved more in his career than some people can dream of.Now the owner of Saddleworth-based accounting firm Thomas & Co., Josh talks to me about how he got to where he is today (and the hustle that it took to get here), how he balances running a business, looking after his health and maintaining healthy relat...
2023-08-1737 minWho Knows? PodcastHow To Grow Your Coaching Platform: Joss Mooney on elevating your fitness brand - Who Knows? PodcastThis week I’m joined by possibly one of the most well-known faces in the fitness industry, Joss Mooney.
Joss has had his fair share of experience when it comes to personal training, modelling and online coaching. The fitness entrepreneur now shares his knowledge via his company, Elevate Agency, who help fitness trainers and online coaches scale their businesses.
In this podcast, Joss and I cover how he got to where he is today, advice for younger generations wanting to start their own businesses, the future for online coaches and much more.
I hope you guys enjoy listening to th...
2023-07-2119 minWho Knows? PodcastThe Reality of Trading: Sébastien Dubois on “the hardest way to make easy money" - Who Knows? PodcastThis week I’m joined by renowned trader and CEO of Fx Cartel, Sébastien Dubois.I’ve known Seb for quite some time and have always been intrigued to find out more about how he started out, how he balances his relationship and personal life with running a company and the pros and cons to trading.If you’re interested in trading, this podcast is for you! Seb talks to me about the massive highs and equally massive lows associated with trading, whilst giving advice to any novice traders out there.I hope you guys en...
2023-07-0336 minWho Knows? PodcastThe harsh truth about success: Danny & Co. on the sacrifices that come with success - Who Knows? PodcastWe are back! Welcome to series 2 of Who Knows? - Top DogsThis week I’m joined by one of the most influential, up-and-coming barbers in the UK- Danny Robinson A.K.A Danny & Co.Since connecting with Danny earlier this year, I have been so intrigued to find out more about his story, the ups and downs of running a successful barber shop, growing a brand and balancing family life.This podcast is a must-watch for any young entrepreneurs out there looking to start up their own business! I hope you guys enjoy this one as...
2023-05-3022 minWho Knows? PodcastRoberto Hoshieh: What I've Learned in the Modelling and Fitness Industry - Who Knows? PodcastThis week I’m joined by the incredible Roberto Hoshieh, exceptional personal trainer, founder of Born Dared and model for the likes of DSQUARED2 and Gymshark.
Roberto told me about his childhood and how he came to England at 11 years old with his family from Transylvania, knowing no English at the time. Since then, Roberto has worked extremely hard to rise through the ranks as a model who works around the world for some of the most reputable clothing brands in the industry.
His real passion however is fitness; Roberto was a keen footballer and ha...
2022-11-091h 18Who Knows? PodcastTop Online Coach: Making Tough Decisions Shaped My Future with Tom PearsonThis week I have the pleasure of talking to Tom Pearson, personal trainer turned online coach and owner of Flip Physiques.
Tom is a true grafter and his current success reflects this massively. At only 22, Tom is an extremely successful online coach and talked to me about having to make a tough decision to drop his commitment to high level golfing in pursuit of his current career.
We also talked about burnout, with Tom telling me that by the age of 19 he suffered from chronic fatigue due to working 12-16 hour days regularly. Knowing things...
2022-10-311h 03Who Knows? PodcastLightbulb Moment: The Best Money Saving Tips From Energy Expert with Adam Thompson- Who Knows? PodcastThis week I’m joined by Adam Thompson, entrepreneur and owner of Consider Energy.
Given the current cost of living crisis, I’m sure many of you will be interested to know Adam’s take on the situation and how to save money with your energy bills. Aside from being an energy saving expert, Adam had a lot of wisdom to shed about setting up his first business and how it isn’t always smooth sailing.
Adam went to Huddersfield University and talked to me about when he had his first taste of entrepreneurship after opening...
2022-10-2433 minWho Knows? PodcastMarketing Guru on how to grow your business with Erika Maybury - Who Knows? PodcastThis week I am joined by the fantastic Erika Maybury, entrepreneur and owner of Hollywood Creative Agency.
Despite still being young, Erika has already achieved so much in her career and that could be due to the fact she has been independent and driven since being a teenager. Erika told me about how she attended networking events by herself at age 19 and had no issue with spending time by herself working on her passions while her friends were out partying.
Erika has a lot of wisdom to share around topics like burnout, whether she would...
2022-10-1741 minWho Knows? PodcastMiss Magic’s tricks to live a happy, healthy life with Kay Dyson- Who Knows? PodcastThis week I have had the pleasure of sitting down with Kay Dyson A.K.A Miss Magic. Kay is a female magician who has risen through the ranks, appearing on shows such as I’m A Celebrity… Get Me Out Of Here, Richard & Judy and Lorraine as well as working on cruise ships, festivals and events.
I was so interested in finding out how Kay came to be where she is today. She told me about how she faced some adversity when she was younger being the only female personal trainer for a well known football play...
2022-10-1045 minWho Knows? PodcastFinding a happy work-life balance with Ben Wright - Who Knows? PodcastThis week I was fortunate enough to sit down and chat with Ben Wright- local businessman and owner of Waves, an alternative provision group based in Slaithwaite.
Ben (as well as having the same name) is very similar to me as he admitted he often struggles to switch off from work. This has been something Ben has spent a lot of time working on and has now developed strategies to help him switch off and be present in the moment, particularly with his loved ones.
The work Ben does alongside his team at Waves is...
2022-10-0347 minWho Knows? PodcastFrom Love Islander to mental health activist with Danny Williams - Who Knows? PodcastThis week I was lucky enough to sit down with fellow podcaster and personal trainer Danny Williams. Those of you who watch Love Island may recognise him from series 5 of the show, broadcasted in 2019.
Danny is from Hull originally and spent his younger years working as a bartender before being scouted by a modelling agency. He then spent a few years modelling before being invited to try out for Love Island. Danny talks to me about how he initially turned down the offer from Love Island, how he had a chaotic arrival onto the show and whether...
2022-09-261h 02Who Knows? PodcastTop divorce lawyer on living a balanced life with David Lister - Who Knows? PodcastOn this week’s podcast, I was lucky enough to sit down with David Lister- a top divorce lawyer and the first person ever to represent both parties in a divorce case.
David opened up to me about having some negative childhood experiences, how he manages to balance a high pressure job and spending time with his family and his new passion project- the local Italian restaurant he owns and runs.
I absolutely loved talking to David and feel as though he shared some wisdom that is relevant to everyone, whether it's parenting, running your own...
2022-09-2036 minWho Knows? PodcastFrom school teacher to top salesman with Jamie Harrison - Who Knows? PodcastI was lucky enough to steal an hour from Jamie’s busy schedule to sit down and talk to him about the rapid growth and success of his business - Elevate Agency, his personal life and plans for the future.
Jamie started his career as a college teacher and although he enjoyed it, realised there was opportunity and money to be made in the fitness industry. Jamie’s brothers- Lewis and Owen Harrison have been renowned fitness figures for many years and Jamie saw an opportunity to work with them and offer online coaching and transformation packages. The...
2022-09-1548 minWho Knows? PodcastGoing against the odds with Tyler Kane (Real Life Health & Fitness) - Who Knows? PodcastThis week I was lucky enough to sit down and chat with Tyler Kane: Father, personal trainer and owner of Real Life Health and Fitness.
Tyler didn't have the greatest start to life and told me how he could have been led down a very different path if he didn't decide to become a personal trainer in his 20's. Despite this, he is a massive family man and will do anything to look after and provide the people he loves.
Like myself, Tyler now owns two gyms with plans to open a third in the fu...
2022-09-141h 10
Who Knows? PodcastCan entrepreneurs really be happy?Welcome to the first episode of my new podcast- Who Knows?
Over the course of the next few episodes, I endeavour to find out the answers to some of life's burning questions: 'can money really make you happy?', 'can you have a healthy work life balance while running your own business?' and 'when is the right time to slow down and stop working so hard?'. I'll be joined by some phenomenal guests from all walks of life, in hopes of learning from their experiences and sharing their wisdom with you guys too!
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2022-09-0802 min
Barley & MeEpisode 100: Terence Sullivan of Sierra Nevada Brewing & Judy Ashworth of Lyons Brewery DepotWe did it! Episode 100! Host Ben Rice goes big instead of going home, and visits THE California craft brewery, Chico's Sierra Nevada, to talk to brand manager Terence Sullivan and the first lady of craft beer, Judy Ashworth, owner of the historic Lyons Brewery Depot, one of the first craft beer bars in America, whose history is intimately tied to Sierra Nevada's history. We talk about craft beer's past, present, and future, where beer has been, where it's going, how it got there, and what Sierra Nevada has done to continue to push beer forward. We even have a surprise...
2019-05-1345 minBarley & MeEpisode 60: Brennan of Dunloe Brewing (Davis, CA) and Dr. Charlie BamforthFor the first episode of 2018, host Ben Rice travels to Davis, CA, to sit down with Brennan Fleming (Dunloe??) of Dunloe Brewing and the esteemed Dr. Charlie Bamforth for a Barley & Me first! A professor and pupil sit down to see just how much the student has learned and discuss how far beer has come in the last 40 years. Dr. Bamforth holds forth on what happened to the British beer business under Margaret Thatcher and the ramifications that could befall American beer. Plus we talk about how beer has changed in the last few years and how taste and industry...
2018-01-161h 03Barley & MeEpisode 44: Sactown Union's "State of the Union" AddressSactown Union's Quinn Gardner leads a panel discussion on Opening Night of Sacramento Beer Week 2017. featuring a panel of some of the greatest pioneers of the Northern California beer scene. Listen, as Dr. Charlie Bamforth (UC Davis), Barbara Groom (Lost Coast Brewery), Judy Ashworth (Lyons Brewery Depot), Shaun O'Sullivan (21st Amendment Brewing), John Martin (Triple Rock, Drake's Brewing), and Michael Barker (Sactown Union) discuss what craft brewing is (and isn't), what role craft beer plays in the community, and just how far we've come in the last decade and where beer is going next. And all completely unedited. I'd like...
2017-03-041h 14
Radio Brews News80 Ben KrausThis week we catch up with Ben Kraus, who with his partner Maria, owns Bridge Road Brewers. Ben recently unveiled his own authenticity campaign featuring symbols celebrating his beer as being "brewed in-house", "Independently family owned" and "authentic". We chat with Ben about the concerns driving this move and what it means for the craft industry. Don't forget, tickets are on sale for our Podcast in the Pub with Charlie Bamforth in Sydney on Sunday 13th March. If you like the podcast, join us for a beer and a great chat with one of our all-time favourite guests. Details and...
2016-03-041h 08
Science... sort ofEp 93: Science... sort of - The Coldest, Windiest, Driest, Highest, Loneliest Show on Earth00:00:00 - This week Paleopals Ryan, Kelly and Ben are joined by a special guest Beverly Walker! She's come to us straight from Antarctica. Bev was down there last "summer" to do research but before we dive into the water and the science the Paleopals want to know just what life near the South Pole is really like, and Bev is happy to fill them (and YOU) in on the details!
00:19:21 - Thoughts of the cold and dry lead one to the warming and the wet. Kelly stays on the lighter side of dark with a be...
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