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Business and a Brew

Danielle Thompson

Welcome to Business and a Brew – the podcast where real conversations about business happen over a good drink. Hosted by Danielle and Simon, this show brings together two friends with years of shared experiences, lessons learned, and plenty of stories to tell.We’re here to explore the highs, lows, and in-betweens of business, from awkward challenges to unexpected victories. No topic is off the table – if it’s part of the entrepreneurial journey, we’re talking about it. Whether you’re looking for

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17:51

Proof That It Is Bloody Dangerous To Have a Job -...

Business and a Brew ·

2025/02/03

The stats don’t lie. We’re digging into the hard-hitting reality of workplace fatalities, and the numbers might just make you rethink everything. In the UK alone, 137 people lost their lives at work in 2023/24. Falls from height and being struck by moving vehicles accounted for a staggering 70% of those deaths. The majority, 95% were men, and over a third were aged 60 or over. Construction and agriculture remain the deadliest industries. Health and safety might feel like a box-ticking exercis...

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18:47

Why You Should Quit Buying Starbucks, But You Probs...

Business and a Brew ·

2025/01/27

Why do we keep buying Starbucks, even when we know the controversies? In this episode, we dig into the story of the coffee giant that has become both a symbol of convenience and a lightning rod for criticism. Founded in 1971, Starbucks is often celebrated for its values and branding, but its practices tell a more complicated story.We explore the company’s public image versus its reality, touching on issues like human rights concerns, environmental impact, and supply chain challenges. From acc...

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13:56

What If Wilson Wasn't Sent By FEDEX? The Logistics...

Business and a Brew ·

2025/01/20

What if Wilson wasn’t sent by FedEx? We take a deep dive into the fascinating story of how this logistics giant reshaped overnight delivery. Together, we explore Fred Smith’s bold vision to create a reliable service for time-sensitive shipments, from critical business documents to life-saving medical transplants.We talk about the company’s strategic moves in the 1980s, its innovative investments in technology, and the uphill battle of convincing people why fast delivery mattered. FedEx’s jour...

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18:45

Dalkon Sheild Sounds Like It Would Protect You Right?...

Business and a Brew ·

2025/01/15

The Dalkon Shield IUD was introduced in the 1970s with the promise of revolutionising contraception, but its story serves as a sobering reminder of what can happen when innovation outpaces responsibility. Designed by Dr. Hugh Davis and marketed by A.H. Robbins, the device’s peculiar shape, resembling a beetle might have seemed like a stroke of medical ingenuity, but the reality was far from reassuring.This tragic chapter in medical history teaches us some hard lessons. First, the absolute nec...

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18:14

Bakery Horror Story

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2025/01/13

We delve into the chilling story of Harvest Time Bakery in Leicester, where a tragic and preventable accident shook the industry in 1998. When a 75-foot tunnel oven malfunctioned, the bakery’s owners prioritised avoiding downtime over proper safety protocols, with devastating consequences.This harrowing incident underscores the critical importance of health and safety regulations in the workplace. We examine how negligence led to significant fines for the company and its directors, sparking c...

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15:07

How Well Do You Know The Sugar Sweet Hippies That Are...

Business and a Brew ·

2025/01/13

We explore the fascinating story behind Ben & Jerry's, diving into how two friends with dreams of pottery and medicine unexpectedly became ice cream legends. Ben Cohen and Jerry Greenfield originally planned to open a bagel shop, but a $5 ice cream-making course set them on a new path. In 1978, they opened their first shop, experimenting with a variety of foods before narrowing their focus to ice cream by 1979.Ben's anosmia (the inability to smell) shaped the brand's signature style of in...

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13:32

Is Bumble a Dating Day Fumble Or Ready To Help You...

Business and a Brew ·

2025/01/13

We take a closer look at the ever-changing world of online dating, exploring its highs, lows, and everything in between. Together, we unravel the story of Bumble, the app that put women in control by making them initiate conversations. At the core of Bumble’s creation is Whitney Wolfe Herd’s powerful story - her experience with sexual harassment at Tinder motivated her to build a platform focused on empowerment and safer interactions.With a valuation nearing $270 million in 2024 and nearly 60...

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10:22

Do You Really Know About KFC?

Business and a Brew ·

2025/01/13

We take a deep dive into the remarkable life of Colonel Sanders, exploring how he transformed from a farmhand with humble beginnings to the face of one of the world’s most recognisable brands, Kentucky Fried Chicken. Together, we unpack his journey through challenges like dropping out of school, tackling gruelling jobs, and facing rejection a staggering 1009 times before his iconic chicken recipe was accepted. From dramatic shootouts to devastating fires, Sanders’ story is one of resilience, ...

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3:07

What Are You Signing Up For?

Business and a Brew ·

2025/01/09

In our first episode, we’re pulling back the curtain on who we are, how we met, and why we’ve finally decided to turn our chats into a podcast!This podcast is about more than just business – it’s about the real stories behind it. We’ll dive into the uncomfortable truths, celebrate the wins, and everything in between. Whether it’s a lesson we’ve learned the hard way, an industry insight, or just a funny anecdote from the week, we promise to keep it authentic, relatable, and always entertaining...

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