Best Hosted by Paul Sweeney Podcasts (2024)

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Breaking Barriers: Overcoming Common Business Growth Excuses 23:32

7h ago23:32

23:32

In this episode of "The Business Behind Your Business," host Paul Sweeney dives into the common excuses that hold business owners back from achieving profitable growth. What is stopping your business from achieving "Better Business Profits than 70% of Your Competition"? Paul explores actionable strategies to overcome these barriers. Discover how to…

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News Update: UK Neobanks' Profit, Apple's AI Move and the Rise of AI in Banking 12:19

9h ago12:19

12:19

In this episode of Credit Shift, Paul Sweeney (Webio CSO) highlights the profitability of UK neobanks, Monzo and Starling Bank, as well as online bank Revolut. Paul also mentions the importance of credit monitoring and the potential benefits for companies to offer such services for free. Paul then discusses Apple's withdrawal from the buy now pay l…

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Ariana Grande 1:02:09

7d ago1:02:09

1:02:09

ERK Chats with Grammy Award-winning singer, songwriter and actress ARIANA GRANDE. The pair discuss her latest album, ETERNAL SUNSHINE (and share some exciting news relevant to that), her appearance in the upcoming film adaptation of WICKED, our shared love of musical theater (and whether we'll ever get Grande back on Broadway), social media, mental…

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Podcast Communication Skills as an Introvert 27:54

4d ago27:54

27:54

Jeremy Doran describes himself as an introvert. But that hasn’t stopped him from becoming a speaker, coach and of course, a podcaster. He hosts NeuroConversant Leadership, and after creating nearly 50 episodes, he has some valuable insights to share. He’s built this podcast around his business and it’s helped to grow his network and his personal br…

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The Great Wealth Transfer 34:29

12d ago34:29

34:29

In this episode of "The Business Behind Your Business," host Paul Sweeney discusses the concept of "The Great Wealth Transfer" with his guest, Inbam Devadason, a seasoned financial advisor with over 30 years of experience in the financial services industry. Paul and Inbam look at the significant demographic shift in business ownership in Australia,…

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The Gravy Train Departs Downing Street // with Paul Sweeney MSP 57:08

12d ago57:08

57:08

I’m on the road but Blethered keeps moving, just like the studio for this interview with Labour MSP and former MP, Paul Sweeney. We sat down to discuss the outgoing Conservative government on the final journey of the last ever old subway train on the Glasgow subway, after 44 years of service. A very fitting environment, given that both of the afore…

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Catfishing: Sextortion, Blackmail & Suicide 53:21

16d ago53:21

53:21

Imagine this: You're scrolling through Instagram, TikTok or even Facebook, and suddenly you get a message from someone who seems genuinely interested in you. The conversation quickly turns flirtatious, and before you know it, you've shared personal photos and information. And then, the unthinkable happens. The person on the other end reveals their …

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Nicole Kidman 27:54

18d ago27:54

27:54

ERK chats with legendary actress and producer NICOLE KIDMAN ahead of her latest project, A FAMILY AFFAIR. They discuss the future of rom coms, working with EXPATS director Lulu Wang, BIG LITTLE LIES, PRACTICAL MAGIC 2 (yes, confirmed), and what to expect in BABY GIRL with HARRIS DICKINSON. We also flirt with the idea of an AMC commercial sequel in …

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How To Attract Leads Every Month With a Branded Podcast 27:30

19d ago27:30

27:30

Are you growing a podcast as content marketing for your business in the hopes that you’ll turn listeners into leads? Louise Archer launched Retrained Search - The Podcast with her co-host Jordan a year ago. And they’ve taken the podcast from a dozen listeners to hundreds. They’ve built a branded podcast that gets them qualified leads for their busi…

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Stay on Top of Your Numbers: Expert Tips for Small Business Owners 24:02

26d ago24:02

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In this episode of "The Business Behind Your Business," we discuss the critical importance of understanding your financial figures as the year comes to a close. With tax season approaching, maximising your returns and profits is crucial, but many business owners often overlook the need to stay on top of their financial data. We highlight the necess…

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Turn Connections Into Listeners with LinkedIn Expert Mark Williams 44:31

1M ago44:31

44:31

LinkedIn now has over a billion members and if your audience is there, so should you be. But growing your podcast on LinkedIn isn’t as easy as just sharing a link to each new episode you post. It’s about building a personal brand and connecting with your network the right way. That’s why I’ve invited Mr. Linked himself, Mark Williams onto this epis…

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Classic Episode: Ex Al-Qaeda Bombmaker and MI6 Spy Aimen Dean 1:59:02

1M ago1:59:02

1:59:02

Aimen Dean was an Al-Qaeda bombmaker who had sworn an oath of allegiance to Osama Bin Laden. He eventually defected to work for the British Security Services as a spy for seven and a half years, before his cover was blown by ex-US Vice President Cheney. We talk about his motivations for taking up arms, the part that radicalisation played, becoming …

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10 Reasons to Love JEFF "TAIN" WATTS (Wynton Marsalis, Branford Marsalis, Kenny Garrett) 1:11:29

1M ago1:11:29

1:11:29

www.drumfactorydirect.comBy Mike Dawson

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News Update: FinTech Developments, Stripe's Evolution and UK Financial Vulnerability 7:25

1M ago7:25

7:25

This podcast episode covers industry news, fintech developments, and the expected impact of GenAI on the UK competitive landscape. Host, Paul Sweeney (Webio CSO), discusses the rise in UK debt repayments, the cost of living pressures, and the financial vulnerability of millions of people. Paul also explores the development of Stripe over the past 1…

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Mastering Business Storytelling with Video Marketing 30:02

2M ago30:02

30:02

In this episode of "The Business Behind Your Business" podcast, host Paul Sweeney interviews Dave Power, the founder of Power Creative, to explore the transformative power of video storytelling for business owners. With over 25 years of experience, Dave shares his insights on how to effectively use video to promote and grow your business by capturi…

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How To Get Your Podcast To The Top of Google - Tips From An SEO Expert 27:00

2M ago27:00

27:00

Search engine optimisation (SEO) should be a key component of your podcast growth strategy. You can’t rely on people finding your podcast through searching on Spotify or iTunes. But getting your podcast episodes and your podcast website to show up on Google Search and get clicked on is a challenge. SEO expert, Brandon Leibowitz, joins me on this ep…

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Are You Paying Too Much Tax? Unlock The Power of End-of-Year Tax Planning 22:13

2M ago22:13

22:13

Do you feel confused about what you should be doing for your business at the end of the financial year? Do you feel pressure to buy, buy, buy with the EOFY sales? Or do any of these concerns around business taxes sound familiar? Scrambling to find the cash to make your tax payments Withholding spending on your business to free up money to pay your …

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News Update: Vulnerable Customers, AI Innovations and Market Scrutiny 24:42

2M ago24:42

24:42

In this episode, Paul Sweeney (Webio CSO) and Delia Jones (Webio COO) discuss the latest credit and finance stories such as vulnerable customer identification and OpenAI's voice assistant. They also touch on the ethics and privacy concerns surrounding AI and data usage, the scrutiny of payment system regulators, and the potential of on-device compu…

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The Catfish WAG - Part 2: Hayley McKay 53:16

2M ago53:16

53:16

It’s 2011. Novak Djokovic wins his first Wimbledon title, Rangers make it three league win in a row, while Celtic win another Scottish Cup in the rain against Motherwell. Osama bin Laden is killed, Adele tops the charts, and there’s earthquakes and tsunamis in Japan. The News of the World closes its doors for good, England burns after riots break o…

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The Story of Hayley McKay - Part 1: The Original Catfish 1:07:59

2M ago1:07:59

1:07:59

Here’s an introduction to Hayley, if you’re not familiar with her, as she has quite the profile. • Model • Miss Scotland Finalist • Niece of Rangers legend Ally McCoist • Love interest of various Scottish Premier League Footballers • One time Girlfriend of Leicester City and England footballer Jamie Vardy • Friend of the rich and famous Oh, and one…

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The Secrets of 1.7 Million+ Podcast Downloads with Suzy Rosenstein 38:26

2M ago38:26

38:26

After being laid off in 2014, Suzy Rosenstein realised it was time to start her entrepreneurial journey. Three years later, she launched her podcast, Women in the Middle. She’s now 7 years into her podcasting journey and has around 350 episodes and over 1.7 million podcast downloads under her belt. Her podcast has now become one of the main drivers…

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Have You Ever Thought About Killing Yourself? // with Romana Dalglish 1:07:12

2M ago1:07:12

1:07:12

Romana recently shared a very thoughtful and introspective Instagram post about a suicide attempt in April last year. I found it to be very profound, so I asked her if she fancied sitting down and having a chat with me. ‘Have you ever thought about killing yourself?’ might seem like a really shocking and insensitive question to ask out loud, let al…

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NatWest's AI Agent Development: A Look Behind the Scenes 48:20

2M ago48:20

48:20

Chris Booth, the product owner for NatWest Group's AI assistant Cora, discusses the accessibility work NatWest has been doing and the journey of improving their conversational AI. NatWest started by building their own front-end chat interface to make Cora more accessible and usable, allowing users to control such aspects as font size and typing spe…

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'Your Vibe Attracts Your Tribe' // with Kate Berry & Jenny Storey 56:03

2M ago56:03

56:03

Kate Berry and Jenny Storey co-own two businesses in one. The first is Urban Retreat, a hair and beauty salon that puts a strong emphasis on community, care and impeccable professional standards. The second, is The Academy. They provide Scotland’s first private traineeship, in direct partnership with the most prestigious spa resorts all over Scotla…

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Met Galapalooza with Ariana Grande, Josh O'Connor, Greta Lee, Jonathan Bailey, Jamie Dornan, Ayo Edebiri, Dan Levy, Omar Apollo, and Alison Oliver. 1:08:44

2M ago1:08:44

1:08:44

They say a picture's worth a thousand words. Who needs pictures when you have the stars themselves? On an all-new SHUT UP EVAN, Evan travels to the Carlyle Hotel to chat with some of the VIPS attending the 2024 Met Gala in Loewe. They Include: Ariana Grande (00:00), Josh O'Connor (15:15), Greta Lee (20:55), Jonathan Bailey (28:08), Jamie Dornan (35…

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Adapt or Vanish: Navigating Business Disruption in the Age of AI 31:13

3M ago31:13

31:13

What should business owners do when new technology threatens to derail their business? Close down or find a new path? This was the dilemma experienced by professional copywriter Leanne Shelton (Write Time Marketing). With the avalanche of artificial intelligence taking over much of content creation, Leanne made the challenging decision to pivot her…

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Building a Micro Niche Podcast with Troy Wallace 41:57

3M ago41:57

41:57

Finding a niche for your podcast these days is a challenge, but my guest today managed to find two. Troy Wallace hosts Stay On The Court, a podcast for aging athletes and he’s got a new podcast in the works built around his HR consulting business. And while Troy is relatively new to the podcasting game, there is a lot to learn from his story of nic…

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Unlocking Opportunities: Navigating Business in Uncertain Times 24:45

3M ago24:45

24:45

There's so much uncertainty in the world and it can feel hard to confidently lead your small business when the path ahead is unclear. Today we're joined by Jim Mills, the managing director of Merit Planning Hills, to look at some strategies to help guide businesses during difficult times. Jim looks at some of the factors that affect businesses, inc…

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News Update: Opportunities of Open Finance, Universal Credit and Advancements in Payments Tech 12:05

3M ago12:05

12:05

This episode covers the stories in the credit industry that caught our eye, including overdrafts, interest charges on personal loans, universal credit, FinTech, buy now pay later, and open finance. We highlight the high number of people in the UK who are overdrawn and the expensive nature of overdrafts. We also discusses the impact of interest char…

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Amplifying Your Community Through Podcasting with Patrick Gallagher 43:47

3M ago43:47

43:47

A podcast is a powerful tool for community building and growing a business. So when I spoke with Patrick Gallagher and found out that his business builds engineering leadership communities, and that his podcast production game is top-notch, he was an obvious choice for a guest. Patrick is a self-taught podcasting machine. and his podcast The Engine…

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Labour Councillor Audrey Dempsey Resigns Amidst Racism Row 28:21

3M ago28:21

28:21

Labour Councillor Audrey Dempsey has been accused of racism and suspended this week, after she proposed to ask a question at the council about 'racist attacks on white children in schools'. In this exclusive interview, Audrey announces her resignation from the Labour Party. And: Her explanation of why she was asking the question 'Liking' tweets fro…

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News Update - Gen AI in Banking, Credit Card Transaction Fees, AI Ethics and The Human Touch 35:26

3M ago35:26

35:26

In this podcast episode, Paul Sweeney and Cormac O'Neill cover topics such as company defaults, payment terms, transaction fees, and the adoption of AI in the banking sector. The hosts also explore the concept of Gen AI and its potential impact on various industries. The conversation highlights the importance of trust, ethics, and the human touch i…

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Beyond Credit Cards: Best Alternatives for Funding Your Business 25:02

3M ago25:02

25:02

As a small business owner, do you fall back on your business credit card for everything? While using these credit cards is very popular, it's important to recognise when there are better solutions. We are joined by Jason Smith (Capital Plus Finance) for a frank discussion on how credit cards can be misused by businesses, plus learn about some usefu…

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How to Tune Toms 33:36

3M ago33:36

33:36

www.drumfactorydirect.comBy Mike Dawson

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Finding Your Podcasting Passion & Getting Started with Laurie Wright 43:38

4M ago43:38

43:38

How long did it take you to get your first episode out there after you’d decided to start a podcast? For Laurie Wright, it took her much longer than she would have liked, but podcasting has become the best thing she’s ever done - for herself, and for her business. Laurie Wright hosts Living Your Sparked Second Half, she’s nearly 400 episodes in and…

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Conservative MSP Dr Sandesh Gulhane // Blethered at the Ballot 57:55

4M ago57:55

57:55

Blethered at the Ballot is a political podcast that pulls no punches, brings a laugh or two, and cuts straight through to the important matters without getting caught up in political jargon and meaningless soundbites. The General Election is fast approaching and before we collectively decide who to put in power, we deserve to know the thoughts of t…

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