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The Amber MomentAndrew Kaempfer - Part 2The second part of my chat with actor and Global Head of Facilities Andrew. Here, he talks about a tendency to focus on what's NOT working; being a team of one; "not confusing access with merit"; authenticity and unflinching curiosity; being comfortable with not knowing what's coming next...and Kurt Cobain.
2026-05-0136 minThe Amber MomentAndrew Kaempfer - Part 1Andrew is the Global Facilities Director at wealth management firm AlTi Tiedemann Global. He's also an actor (of course!). In this first part of our conversation, he talks about having to "show up to the dinner table"; trying to sabotage his own education; a life-changing moment on stage; wanting to make his parents proud "even when they're not watching"; and a tendency never to say no.
2026-04-2635 min
The Twilight TurntableJesus of CoolTone brings Nick Lowe's 1978 box of tricks to the Turntable. Effortless pop sensibility. Biting criticism of the music industry. The occasional gruesome lyric. What will Paul make of this musical smorgasbord?To find out, please try listening.
2026-04-251h 06The Amber MomentAnnie ChaveAnnie is the founder of the County Cricket Matters magazine. She's also a writer, journalist and commentator. Here, she talks about how cricket "seeps into your bones"; being banned from playing because she was a girl; falling in love with Somerset County Cricket Club; "learning how to say yes"; a watershed moment in Barbados; launching a magazine over a common cause; sexism in cricket; the power of community; and becoming a published author.
2026-04-2041 minThe Amber MomentSara JonesSara is the founder of Pearl Metrics. She 's built econometric models for some of the world's most famous brands including VW, Coca-Cola, Sky, IKEA and Virgin. Here, she talks about having parents who were gregarious and mathematical; telling the story of data to audiences who don't always understand numbers; experiencing a somewhat toxic work culture; making a career decision that was conducive to having small children; becoming "one of the most famous people" in her client's business; and good, old-fashioned hard work.If you want to hear about someone who's absolutely committed to doing the right...
2026-04-1341 minThe Amber MomentAatif NawazAatif is a cricket commentator on the BBC's Test Match Special. He's also an award-winning actor, writer and stand-up. Here he talks about growing up in Wembley; discovering the Pakistan cricket team were "his guys"; an unexpected first gig at an Indian dance showcase; finding his voice as a performer; being "over the moon" at being locked in a stadium; achieving a boyhood TV presenting dream; and striving to leave a legacy as a "nice guy".
2026-04-0756 min
The Twilight TurntableNever for EverTone slips Kate Bush's 1980 LP on to the Turntable. How will Paul receive the Fairlight-inspired work? What schoolday memories will the album evoke for Tone? What will the pair of them make of Kate's legendary 1979 BBC special?For the answers to these questions - and more besides - please try listening.
2026-04-051h 04The Amber MomentPaul Burke - Part 2The second half of my chat with author and radio advertising legend Paul. Here he talks about a lucrative career move that didn't quite work; the happiest time of his ad career as THE radio guy at the agency; the terror of a two-book deal; having a "memory like a stalker"; writing as a mechanical process; bad business language; and "full-time job syndrome".
2026-04-0338 minThe Amber MomentPaul Burke - Part 1Paul is a novelist and the greatest exponent of radio advertising the world has known. In this first part of our chat, he talks about trying to get his latest book away; being "born in black and white"; realising he was a genius at five (and “becoming thicker and thicker” thereafter); winning a national writing competition; getting into adland via a bit of chutzpah and the Yellow Pages; and the brief that would change everything.
2026-04-0138 minThe Amber MomentSarah Jennings - Part 2The second part of my conversation with Oban International CEO Sarah. Here she talks about setting up her own company with a working model ahead of its time; the importance of shared values; the transition from non-exec chair to CEO; and the part that cultural differences play in buying behaviours around the world.
2026-03-2938 minThe Amber MomentSarah Jennings - Part 1Sarah is the CEO of Oban International. In this first part of two, she talks about her early years in Harlow; the joy of "Topic" at school; switching from teaching to media planning; learning "the Ogilvy way"; an influential mentor and colleague; and discovering that not all work cultures are alike.
2026-03-2635 minThe Amber MomentPhilippa RobertsPhilippa is the co-founder of PLH Research and co-author of Inside Her Pretty Little Head and Brandsplaining. Here, she talks about "larky" school days; fulfilling the scripted role of "the good girl"; the lack of understanding of female audiences in advertising; work for the Conservative Party and Tesco; the magic of partnership and "the power of pairs"; celebrating "quiet virtues"; and taking on "difficult projects for nice people".
2026-03-2247 minThe Amber MomentJonathan Wilson - Part 2The second part of my chat with football writer Jonathan Wilson. Here, Jonathan talks about reading as a superpower; alternative definitions of talent; the challenges facing journalism and newspapers; the thirst for long-form content; the "camaraderie of the pack"; and a man with an alarming facial tattoo.
2026-03-1938 min
The Twilight TurntableFloodlandIt's all gone rather dark at The Twilight Turntable as Tone offers the Sisters of Mercy for Paul's consideration. Is Andrew Eldritch an admirable musician or "Gary the Goth"? Are we to take him seriously or is the joke on us? Who or what is Doktor Avalanche? And what's the deal with former bandmates the Mission and leather hats?To find out, please try listening.
2026-03-1851 minThe Amber MomentJonathan Wilson - Part 1Our latest Jonathan is a renowned football journalist and author. Here, he talks about his formative days in Sunderland and the inevitability of leaving; teaching in an Indian monastery; reading MOST of Dickens; catching the back end of the "old-school atmosphere" of sports journalism at the News of the World; subbing Richie Benaud (!); his early trips to the Africa Cup of Nations; writing for the FT; his first book deal; and an unfortunate accidental disguise on a bus...
2026-03-1638 minThe Amber MomentJonathan Trimble - Part 2Jonathan talks about the "loud and visceral" experience of launching an agency; winning a huge financial client (and later suing them); securing an incredible deal to sell his company; the relationship between capital and innovation; the joy of writing and music; and mentoring the next generation.
2026-03-1356 minThe Amber MomentJonathan Trimble - Part 1Jonathan is the founder of And Rising, a creative studio and investor in new consumer brands. In this first part of our conversation, he talks about the entrepreneurial influence of his mum's nail salon; his foray into the music industry as a teenager; getting the advertising bug and knowing from day one that he wanted his own agency; a carefully plotted career; and the creation of a new company.
2026-03-1057 minThe Amber MomentJo HindJo is the co-founder of the people transformation consultancy BirdSoup. Hear her talk about quick maths in a bakery during childhood; male-dominated environments; the digital industry before it became sophisticated; assumptions that bosses make about working mums; "DEI roulette"; new ideas and intuition as a superpower; "the Golden Rule" and reciprocity; girls' and women's football; and swearing at work...
2026-03-0645 min
The Twilight Turntable3 + 3Steve Pringle joins Tone and Paul at the Turntable, bringing with him the Isley Brothers' 1973 album. Tales of lazy, hazy days and a glass of something nice; a relatively unheralded guitar hero; the Isleys as a family business; close harmonies; outlandish synth; multiple cover versions; and a "record in transition", bridging the gap between soul and funk.How will Paul fare with two schoolmasters and "did he like it"? To find out, please try listening.
2026-03-011h 12The Amber MomentRebecca TickleRebecca is the COO at Poppy's, a company that takes a fresh approach to funerals. Here, she talks about being an "organiser of everything"; working on the Labour Party account in the run-up to the 2001 election; the challenges facing working mums in advertising; the superpower of having a great radar ; finding joy as a "specialist generalist"; and maintaining the values of ethical businesses as they grow.The podcast Rebecca recommends is Where There's A Will, There's A Wake.
2026-03-0157 minThe Amber MomentGlen Lomas - Part 2We rejoin Glen in South Africa with the "smell of jacaranda and ambition" in his nostrils. Hear about an early Unilever ultimatum; the best networking braai imaginable; the incredible fortitude of a business partner; hiring waiting staff to work in advertising; being "a good client person" and the gift of building teams globally; disdain for "corner office jockeys"; and a possible future advising the church...
2026-02-2250 minThe Amber MomentGlen Lomas - Part 1Glen is Omnicom Advertising's CEO for Europe. Hear about his early life, from his grandfather's workshop to setting up a furniture company at the age of 17. A life-changing game of Scrabble. A buttock-clenching interview involving small change. Formative years in advertising and influential bosses who actually had TIME. And the benefits of working on unpopular pieces of business.
2026-02-1750 min
The Twilight TurntableOdessey and Oracle"Like a warm summer breeze", the Zombies' 1968 album blows through The Turntable. The pinnacle of a turbulent career? Something of a forgotten classic from a band that had already run its course? To find out...please try listening.
2026-02-161h 16The Amber MomentJonathan TinkerJon is a former Head of Foreign Exchange at Deutsche Bank. Here he talks about the early discovery of a competitive streak; philosophy; decision-making and AI as a "fallible expert"; how both sides should win in a trade; delegation and automation; a desire to "be brave and be kind"; and being good at writing emails...
2026-02-151h 01
EIC PodcastsThe Nuclear Renaissance Is Real: Professor Paul Howarth CBEIn this episodeOur host Stuart Broadley speaks with Professor Paul Howarth CBE, one of the UK’s leading voices on nuclear energy, about why nuclear has re-emerged as a strategic priority for governments, industry and global technology companies.The discussion traces Paul’s journey from fusion research to leading the UK National Nuclear Laboratory, before turning to the forces driving nuclear’s resurgence from net zero commitments and geopolitical instability to the rapid expansion of data centers and artificial intelligence. Stuart and Paul unpack the challenges facing nuclear today, including high upfron...
2026-02-1247 min
Steve’s Mix TapesSteve's Mix Tapes #055 (Paul Howarth)My guest mixer this week is Paul Howarth
Paul, along with Tony Harris (who will also produce a mix at some point, hopefully) presents the Twilight Turntable podcast - a show dedicated to the lost art of listening to whole albums. But he's not averse to the odd mix tape too...
2026-01-311h 17
The Twilight TurntableThe Nylon CurtainTone offers up Billy Joel's 1982 album for Paul's consideration. But is he Billy the Balladeer? One of the finest and most under-rated song-writers of the twentieth century? Or a really good John Lennon tribute act? To find out, please try listening.
2026-01-271h 11
The Twilight TurntableFor Your PleasureTo kick off the new year, Tone asks Paul to consider Roxy Music's 'retro-futurist' classic from 1973. Is it - as Morrissey has suggested - "the only truly great British album"? Or a triumph of process over product? Please try listening to find out.
2026-01-0458 min
The Twilight TurntableDareThe estimable Ian Forth of Sombrero Fallout fame joins Tone and Paul at the Turntable. What will Paul make of The Human League's transition to a more commercial sound? What effect did the departure of two founding band members have? And what on earth happened to Phil Oakey on Tiswas?To find out...please try listening.
2025-12-151h 16
The 1840 Podcast - Building Knowledge in ConstructionMastering Rubber Roofing with Flex-RIn this episode of the Howarth Timber & Building Supplies 1840 Podcast, host Paul Bullivant sits down with Barry Shorrock, Sales Director at Flex-R — one of the UK’s most proactive and trusted names in EPDM rubber roofing. From the surprising history of EPDM and its 60-year track record, to why it’s becoming the go-to solution for everything from extensions to garden rooms, Paul and Barry break down the myths, the methods, and the must-knows of modern flat roofing.Packed with insights on durability, training, installation, new technologies, and the growing demand for flame-free roofing systems, this episode is a m...
2025-12-1438 min
The Twilight TurntableSteve McQueenPrefab Sprout's founder and bassist Martin McAloon joins Tone and Paul at the Turntable. Incredible technical insight. First-hand accounts of the recording process. Tales of minibar-dwelling musicians.How will the lads react to the presence of one of their musical heroes? Please try listening to this bumper episode to find out.
2025-11-211h 38
The 1840 Podcast - Building Knowledge in ConstructionAndy Moore - 1.3 Million Miles in TimberJoin host Paul Bullivant for a special episode of the 1840 Podcast, as we sit down with industry legend Andy Moore of Kronospan, alongside timber category manager Gary Froggatt. In this milestone conversation, Andy reflects on an extraordinary 45-year career in the timber and wood panel industry, clocking up over 1.3 million miles and witnessing seismic changes in the merchant market.From his early days at Wayrock in the 1980s—navigating recession, innovation, and the quirks of the “Yellow Peril” Ford Cortina—to leadership roles at influential companies, Andy shares candid stories, career-defining moments, and the lessons learned from decades...
2025-11-1644 min
The Twilight TurntableThe Last Rotation of EarthB.C. Camplight arrives at the Turntable. What on earth will Tone make of it?Please (oh please) try listening.
2025-11-0657 min
The 1840 Podcast - Building Knowledge in Construction2025 Landscaping ReviewIn this episode of The 1840 Podcast, host Paul Bullivant sits down with Becki Hughes from Talasey to discuss the 2025 landscaping season: what’s shaping the market, which materials are leading the way, and what merchants and landscapers can expect heading into 2026.From views on the market, why porcelain sales have overtaken natural stone, and Becki’s predictions on the trends for next year. She also opens up about the challenges the industry is facing, such as Red Sea shipping delays and extended monsoon seasons, and how Talasey is adapting.Subjects covered:Market OverviewMaterial Trends – Porcel...
2025-11-0239 min
The Twilight TurntableSlade in FlameSlade - the biggest-selling singles act of the '70s in the UK - were also film stars. What will Paul make of this sound track album? How did the band's quest to conquer the USA turn out? And what's Tone's celebrity connection this time?Please try listening to find out.
2025-10-171h 08
Stories from the FirecircleSand and Stone with Kerri HowarthOn today’s episode, I talk with Kerri Howarth about a wide variety of topics. Our conversation winds, in part, because Kerri has lived a full life of twists and turns and she has been involved in many diverse and meaningful projects. Kerri has been with Firecircle as a business mentor for almost 2 years now and her perspectives around embracing change, identifying true wealth and etching your values in stone, have served her and the people she works with well over the years. Here’s Kerri to tell us more about herself, her background, and her perspectives on life, money...
2025-10-0333 min
The Twilight TurntableCome Find YourselfTone brings his showbiz friends - charming New York gangsters Fun Lovin' Criminals - to the Turntable. It's a tale of DATs, gats and hats.Stick 'em up, punks, and...please try listening.
2025-09-261h 07
The Twilight TurntableSurrealistic PillowTone slips Jefferson Airplane's psychedelic classic onto the Turntable. And although Paul "wasn't there in '67, man", he willingly dives down the rabbit hole.Turn on, tune in and...please try listening.
2025-09-1258 min
The Twilight TurntableI Remember YesterdayDisco didn't suck. And the Turntable welcomed its first guest to prove it. Paul Burke was THERE (by which we mean Wembley Market). Tone and (regular) Paul were giddy with excitement.Please try listening.
2025-08-211h 06
The Twilight TurntableDifferent LightThe Peterson sisters, Steele and Hoffs grace the Turntable. Tone relives his mid-80s discovery of The Bangles and Paul learns there was much more to their music than the singles. But did the band's peak coincide with the beginning of the end?Please try listening.
2025-08-081h 02
The 1840 Podcast - Building Knowledge in ConstructionIt’s Okay to Talk: Inside Andy’s Man ClubHowarth x Andy’s Mans Club. We recently chose the UK’s fastest-growing men’s suicide prevention charity for our company charity and in this episode, we have Lucas Whitehead their head of Marketing and Partnerships. Him and our host Paul, dive into why men, especially in construction, still struggle to talk.
Lucas shares how the charity grew from one group in Halifax to 300 nationwide, supporting nearly 6,000 men each week. This isn’t just about mental health awareness, it’s about real conversations, breaking stigma, and saving lives.
You can learn even more about ANDYSMANCLUB at andysma...
2025-07-2142 min
The Twilight TurntableExcitable BoyIf tales of werewolves, firearms and psychopaths are your thing, this might be right up your alley. Tone brings Warren Zevon to the Turntable. Will Paul be an excitable boy?
2025-07-181h 02The 1840 Podcast - Building Knowledge in ConstructionThe Future of IT - The Rise of Artificial Intelligence (AI)Host: Paul Bullivant
Guests: Paul Cornford & Professor Alan Timothy
AI - the buzzword everyone's talking about. In this episode, Head of IS Paul Cornford and Professor Alan Timothy, CEO of Bubo.AI, explore its origins, real-world impact, and what it means for the future of work and business. Tune in to discover how AI can empower not replace, and why understanding it is key to staying ahead.
2025-07-0746 min
The Twilight TurntableParanoidRock on! Tone brings Birmingham's favourite metal sons to the Turntable. Will Paul be spooked, thrilled, delighted or busy thinking about Spinal Tap.Please try listening (and turn it up to 11).
2025-06-2759 minThe 1840 Podcast - Building Knowledge in ConstructionThe Art of Telephone Conversations in Business - Audrey BodmanHost: Paul Bullivant
Guest: Audrey Bodman
Speaking to people on the telephone has largely been replaced by Whatsapp and endless texts, but in the workplace it is still an art worth mastering. Audrey tells Paul how she goes about training people to get the most out of telephone conversations, from the start to the end of calls.
Audrey trains people in sales, customer service and employer engagement and sees the difference that confidence and success on the telephone gives both businesses and individuals. And, it's all to do with mindset.
2025-06-1658 minThe 1840 Podcast - Building Knowledge in ConstructionDavid Campion - sports coaching lessons applied to business & personal developmentIn episode 20 of the 1840 podcast, host Paul Bullivant is joined by David Campion, the former England Squash Coach. Under his leadership, England secured 25 medals across four Commonwealth Games, became World Team champions five times, and European Team champions 42 times at both junior and senior levels.
We talk about some of the lessons David has learnt through elite coaching over the last 20+ years and how they can be applied to any sport, business and personal development.
2025-06-021h 05
The Twilight TurntableInto The GapThe coolest band in town circa 1984 or as 80s as Carol Decker holding a Rubik's cube? Tone brings Thompson Twins to the Turntable and explains his long-held theory as to why they were denied a Number 1 single.Please try listening.
2025-05-3059 minThe 1840 Podcast - Building Knowledge in ConstructionA Day In The Life - Sales ExecutiveHost: Paul Bullivant
Guests: Nicola Ryan and Jason O'Hara
In episode 19 of the 1840 podcast, host Paul Bullivant is joined by Nicola Ryan (Rochdale) and Jason O’Hara (Fallowfield) to discuss a day in the life of a sales executive. We talk about the highs and lows of the role and what the crucial traits are to being successful and interestingly where do they find the resilience to keep bouncing back from rejection!
2025-05-2656 minThe 1840 Podcast - Building Knowledge in ConstructionLet's Talk Air Source Heat PumpsHost: Paul Bullivant
Guests: Jim Stafford, John Houston.
Paul is joined by Tim Whitehead and Jim Stafford from E.Tuplings and our P&H Category Manager John Houston to talk Air Source Heat Pumps and dispel some common myths about them.
We also look back at the history of builders merchants and ask the question - where have all the builder merchant smock jackets gone?!
2025-05-1958 min
The Twilight TurntableThe Sin of Pride"One of the great lost albums," says Tone. Does Paul agree? Were The Undertones victims of circumstance and an unwillingness to write what the fans wanted? And does the music stand the test of time?As ever, for the answers to some, all or none of these questions...please try listening.
2025-05-0955 min
Paul Blanco's Small Steps, Big WinsThe Journey of an AdvisorSmall Steps, Big Wins. A podcast focused on the financial world and more. Paul Blanco, CEO of Barnum Financial Group, sits down with a special guest each week to discuss important topics within the financial sector. He’ll explore what it takes to be successful in our everyday lives and learn what shapes our industry.Podcast Episode Title: The Journey of an AdvisorPodcast Episode Description: This episode features conversations with several Barnum Financial Group financial advisors as they each discuss their personal and professional journey as a financial advisor.This episode features th...
2025-05-0631 minThe 1840 Podcast - Building Knowledge in ConstructionPlumbing & Heating in the Builders Merchants WorldHost Paul Bullivant
Guests: John Houston, Matt Binney & Simon Parker
In this episode, we’re getting into the history of Plumbing and Heating at HTBS: how it all kicked off, when it started, and how it’s grown over the years.
With Plumbing & Heating Category Manager John Houston, Barnsley P&H Manager Matt Binney & Grimsby P&H Manager Simon Parker they get stuck into the Builders Merchant vs. Plumber’s Merchant debate — chatting about what works best for customers, and the little (and not-so-little) frustrations that come with each.
2025-04-2857 min
The Twilight TurntableOK ComputerThe Turntable flips on its head as Paul asks Tony to consider Radiohead's seminal 1997 album.Prepare for angst, turmoil and profound emotional upheaval. And that's just Tony.Please try listening.
2025-04-201h 07The 1840 Podcast - Building Knowledge in ConstructionHow Do We Attract More Young People Into The Building Materials IndustryHost: Paul Bullivant
Guests: Hayley Parker & Tom Howe
Our heritage goes back all the way to 1840 with some members of staff serving over 40 years of service but how do we encourage the younger generations into this old-school, well-established industry.
Hayley and Tom are two of our youngest Branch Managers both completing the BMF diploma in merchanting which helped them progress through their career and they give their insight on what we can do to get younger people on board.
2025-04-141h 01The 1840 Podcast - Building Knowledge in ConstructionThe Evolution of IT in HTBS – 1987-TodayWith Paul Cornford and Jonathan Read they talk about how IT has changed since they joined the business in 1987…pre smart phones and the internet!
What challenges they faced to get PC’s in each branch and the various systems we’ve adopted between then and now.
2025-04-0758 min
The Twilight TurntableThe Liberty of Norton FolgateTony introduces Paul to a barrel-load of jack-a-napes and ne'er-do-wells in the shape of Madness's 2009 album. But how will it fare at the Turntable?Please try listening to find out.
2025-04-041h 09The 1840 Podcast - Building Knowledge in ConstructionLandscaping, What Do Merchants & Suppliers Think of Each Other? The Impact of Social Media on Children, with Ben Jewell – HolcimBen Jewell joins Paul Bullivant to talk about his experiences on both sides of the merchant and supplier fence.
And, very topically with the news at the moment, Ben also discusses social media and the adverse impact that it can have on our children.
2025-03-3159 min
The Twilight TurntableGratuitous Sax & Senseless ViolinsThe endlessly fascinating Mael brothers grace the Turntable. What WOULD they do if they owned the BBC? When WILL they get to sing My Way? And what exactly is their beef with Pet Shop Boys?Join Tony and Paul to see how much they enjoyed a dish that's 'as British as Mom's apple pie and as American as fish 'n' chips'.Please try listening.
2025-03-1857 min