Best Davina McCall Podcasts (2024)

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SERIES 13: Episode 8 - Jamie Oliver, Anchovies, Ilia, Lost in Light, Manchester 38:09

34m ago38:09

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We go deep at the start of this episode, discussing what the significance of ‘O’. And then we wax lyrical about a makeup brand, a chef and anchovies. As always, send us your ideas to our instagram @makingthecutpodcast. Anchorman 2 - https://www.imdb.com/title/tt1229340/ Ram Dass - https://www.instagram.com/babaramdass/?hl=en Coldplay O - https://ww…

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Mary Bekhait: Breaking down barriers as CEO of YMU & working with stars like Simon Cowell & Davina McCall 45:03

22d ago45:03

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“There are so many limitations put on women in this industry and you have to adopt a mindset where you’re going to challenge that as you move forward.” Today’s 40 Minute Mentor is the brilliant Mary Bekhait, Group CEO of YMU. YMU is a global talent agency representing some of the biggest names in the entertainment industry and beyond, including Fea…

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Charlotte Van Reyk (Lightspeed) & Leah Sutton (Balderton Capital): The Impact & Value of VC Platform Roles 58:10

1h ago58:10

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“People think VC is about chasing the next big thing…but actually, it’s not about making quick money. It’s about the long game and deep relationships.” We often talk to Investors on 40 Minute Mentor, but today we’re taking a deep dive into an increasingly important role within VC, the Platform role. To help us explore what a Platform role can look …

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SERIES 13: Episode 7 - Ram Dass, Born in Stockholm, Lancashire Sauce, Disclaimer 43:35

3d ago43:35

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We talk about a new TV show and then get sidetracked chatting about one of our favourite musical duos. Then we discuss socks, glitter and even manage a mention of Paul Weller. As always, send us your ideas to our instagram @makingthecutpodcast. Ram Dass - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3G4kCi_ldr8 Born in Stockholm -https://borninstockholm.com/ La…

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Eshita Kabra-Davies: Building By Rotation, the Instagram for Fashion Rental saving textile waste from landfill 43:49

4h ago43:49

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“I have more than 70% of equity in the business. Unfortunately, female Founders are actually encouraged to give up more equity in the early stages, which I would have never agreed with…” The fashion industry is the third most polluting industry in the world. Today’s 40 Minute Mentor is on a mission to change that. We are joined by Eshita Kabra, For…

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SERIES 13: Episode 6 - Vadasz, Nobody Wants This, Frameless, Hair Stories, Begin Again 47:45

5d ago47:45

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This episode is FULL of recommendations - everything from kimchi to TV to phallic-looking rock formations. As always, send us your ideas to our instagram @makingthecutpodcast. Vadasz - https://www.instagram.com/vadaszdeli/ Denise Gough - https://www.instagram.com/denisegough1/ Monsters - https://www.imdb.com/title/tt13207736/ Nobody Wants This - ht…

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Anna-Sophie Hartvigsen: From the verge of bankruptcy to Forbes 30 Under 30 with Female Invest 40:59

7d ago40:59

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“Something that’s often quite misunderstood in mission-driven companies is that you don’t change the world between 9 and 5.” Today’s 40-Minute Mentor is Anna-Sophie Hartvigsen, a Sunday Times Best-Selling Author, the first Nordic woman named a Forbes 30 Under 30, and Co-Founder of Female Invest. Female Invest is a global edTech platform on a missio…

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SERIES 13: Episode 5 - Lightning Poems, The Simple Things, Monsters, Holy Carrot, Caroline Barnes 40:15

12d ago40:15

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We recorded this on the eve of Davina’s birthday, but in this episode we give *you* the gift of recommendations! As always, send us your ideas to our instagram @makingthecutpodcast. Choreomania - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qf1VYwALPKE Lightning Poems - https://www.instagram.com/lightning.poems/ The Simple Things - https://www.thesimplethings.c…

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SERIES 13: Episode 4 - Oxo, Roland Keyboard, Multibank, Miranda Hart, The Clink, Coldplay 41:23

19d ago41:23

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Do you have trouble opening jars? Or difficulty using certain kitchen utensils? We have a solution! Plus we chat music, books and charities. As always, send us your ideas to our instagram @makingthecutpodcast. Oxo Good Grips - https://www.oxo.com/ Roland Go Keys 61 - https://www.roland.com/global/products/gokeys_go-61kl/ Multibank - https://themult…

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Clare Jones: From scaling what3words to Series C and taking over as CEO at TravelTech, Polarsteps 49:26

21d ago49:26

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“It’s easy to look from the outside in and think ‘wow, what an adventure’ and it is an adventure, but if you’re thinking about going on a startup joinery you need to ask yourself: am I okay if this fails?” For episode 1 in our brand new 40 Minute Mentor season, we’re joined by Clare Jones, ex CCO of what3words and CEO of Polarsteps. Clare has had a…

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Big Brother UK S21 launch & finale - Straight pride 1:06:56

23d ago1:06:56

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We're back with a brand new season and 16 new housemates. Let's see how this goes...By Mark O'Reilly, Maeve McQuillan & Rob Walsh

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Season 12 Trailer 5:17

23d ago5:17

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We’re officially DAYS away from launching Season 12 of our 40 Minute Mentor podcast. And this might be one of our best seasons yet. We have an amazing line-up of 40 Minute Mentors sharing the highs and lows of their entrepreneurial journey - all the way from that initial idea to launching and breaking world records along the way. For a preview of s…

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SERIES 13: Episode 3 - D3, Star and Sparkle, Saunas, DJ Gabi, Refuge, MD London 33:22

29d ago33:22

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A warning that this episode discusses domestic violence. This time we bring you various ways to relax and improve your health. And so much more that it’s basically impossible to summarise the episode. As always, send us your ideas to our instagram @makingthecutpodcast. D3 - https://www.hollandandbarrett.com/shop/product/holland-barrett-vitamin-d-10…

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Replay: LIVE at Sifted Summit with Nikki Wicks (The Body Coach), Emma Steele (Ascension) and Amali De Alwis (ex Subak) 48:07

28d ago48:07

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“Everyone needs different things, but if we’re going to spend so much time going to work, at least do something where you feel that you matter and that you make a difference here.” As we’re approaching this year’s Sifted Summit in London, we thought we’d use our final Replay episode as a throwback to our live podcast recording at the Summit two yea…

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SERIES 13: Episode 2 - Ryan Holiday, Donna Ashworth, Africa Brooke, Louise Thompson, CLMBXR, A Year of Dates 34:01

1M ago34:01

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Books, books, books! We give you plenty of recommendations for things to read. Then we discuss the miracle of life. As always, send us your ideas to our instagram @makingthecutpodcast. Ryan Holiday - https://ryanholiday.net/ Donna Ashworth - https://donnaashworth.com/ Africa Brooke - https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/198493719-the-third-perspecti…

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Replay: Claire Valoti on becoming one of Business Insider’s most powerful women in Tech 44:58

1M ago44:58

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“Being a mum is my superpower. If a company doesn’t want my superpower, then I don’t want to be in that company.” Whether you’re an aspiring GM, leader in Tech or are navigating the workplace after becoming a parent - you won’t want to miss today’s 40 Minute Mentor. In today’s Replay episode, we’re revisiting our conversation with the brilliant Cla…

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SERIES 13: Episode 1 - Master, The Dare, Kneecap, Blink Twice, EXOD 33:04

1M ago33:04

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We are back! This time, we’re talking about podcasts, movies and camping gear. And Michael manages to mention Paul Weller! As always, send us your ideas to our instagram @makingthecutpodcast. Master - https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/tortoise-investigates/id1590561275 The Dare - https://open.spotify.com/artist/2mqiqsaX4LzFnUP7PmHGAb Charli XCX…

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Replay: Levelling the playing field - a social mobility special 1:05:43

1M ago1:05:43

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“Ability is equally distributed but opportunity isn’t. It’s about giving people the freedom to fail and the right and opportunity to fully participate in all levels of the society we live in today.” Social Mobility has always been an important topic for us on 40 Minute Mentor. Not just as a topic to openly discuss on the podcast, but as a productio…

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Replay: Will Greenwood MBE on building a World Cup winning team culture 46:17

2M ago46:17

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“The great differentiator of that England team was our ability to never allow ourselves to be consigned to fate. We always believed it was in our hands.” Over the years, we’ve had some absolute legends of the sporting world on 40 Minute Mentor. One of them is England Rugby legend, Broadcaster and Journalist, Will Greenwood MBE. Will is one of the g…

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Replay: Helen Tupper on building a Squiggly Career 46:12

2M ago46:12

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“We are not expected to all develop in the same direction. Success isn’t the same for all of us and we can’t plan our way to some kind of predictable future.” 40 Minute Mentor is fast approaching its 12th season. With over 250 episodes published, we know that not every single one of our listeners will have been around from the beginning. To share s…

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Ruari Bell: Building the UK's first athlete led VC firm with The Players Fund 42:24

2M ago42:24

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“There’s a competitive drive and edge that you see in sport that is really important in business. And Teamwork. Dealing with individuals, knowing what helps make an individual tick is really important.” For the final episode in this season of our VC feature, we’re joined by Ruari Bell, Founding Partner at The Players Fund, the UK’s first athlete-le…

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Fundraising Advice from Seed to Unicorn Founders 32:20

2M ago32:20

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“When a VC gives you a low valuation, it isn’t the fact that your company is worth that much, it might just be because you didn’t pitch it in the right way.” Fundraising can be a lonely process at times. And an endless emotional rollercoaster throughout. In today’s episode, we collated some of the best fundraising advice from Founders who have been…

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A VC Roundup - Raising from VCs & getting into the industry 31:37

3M ago31:37

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“This is a long partnership. We’re here to return money to our investors, but we are also here to experience a very unique journey together. So, trust is very important, on both sides.” We’ve been so lucky to have some of the best VCs in the industry, come on 40 Minute Mentor over the years. For today’s episode, we thought we’d collate some of the …

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Gideon Valkin: From ClearScore & Monzo to building a $12m solo GP fund 47:05

3M ago47:05

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“Founders deserve Investors that have relevant operating experience, time to help them and can be impartial and objective in the advice they give.” Today’s 40 Minute Mentor is Gideon Valkin, former Monzo and ClearScore Commercial Leader, Investor and Entrepreneur. Following 15 years as a Founder, Operator and Investor, Gideon is now combining being…

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Ash Arora: Investing in Web3 as the youngest Partner at LocalGlobe 36:21

3M ago36:21

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“If you eventually want to do investing, become an Operator or Founder, don’t go into banking.” We are back with another season of our popular VC Feature series, where we hear from some of the best Investors in the space. Today, we’re joined by Ash Arora, the youngest Partner at LocalGlobe. Before joining LocalGlobe in 2022, Ash was the Investment …

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Onyinye Udokporo - From starting a business at the age of 12 to being a neurodiversity consultant for Google 48:14

3M ago48:14

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“Dyslexia is a learning difference. There’s nothing difficult about it. You have challenges, but you’re not a difficult individual.” In our final episode in this specialist advice series, we’re joined by Onyinye Udokporo, one of the UK’s youngest education experts, entrepreneur, dyslexic author, neurodiversity consultant and content creator. Onyiny…

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The Do’s & Don’ts of Public Relations for Startups 19:04

4M ago19:04

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“It very often feels uncomfortable for Founders to put themselves out there in that way. But the more you do it, the easier it will get.” In this 40 Minute Mentor episode, we’re covering a topic critical for every early-stage Founder - the power of Public Relations. To help us discover the do’s and don’ts and share some of the biggest advice for Fo…

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The power of networking & changing lives through careers - James Mitra in conversation with Alembic Strategy 38:15

4M ago38:15

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“Make networking a daily occurrence. It’s everyday interactions. It’s making a good impression early doors and really taking the time to build meaningful relationships and connections.” In today’s episode, we’ve put our host, James Mitra, into the interviewee seat. James was recently invited on Alembic Strategy’s Strategy Café, hosted by Founder an…

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Scarlett McCabe & Lewis Iwu: The power of debating & disagreeing 54:41

4M ago54:41

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“[Debating] teaches you to listen, to challenge well, and it teaches you all the skills that you need to be able to be in any room at any time, with anyone.” The world seems more divided than ever before. But is it actually or are we simply shying away from debating and leaning into disagreeing with each other? This is exactly what we’ll explore in…

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SERIES 12: Episode 12 - The Victim, Ryan Holiday, Munk Debates, This Girl Can, Ram Dass 52:47

4M ago52:47

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Michael has been unwell this week, which has given us time to catch up on a highly-recommended television programme. Send us your ideas to our instagram @makingthecutpodcast. The Victim - https://www.imdb.com/title/tt8178650/ Ryan Holiday - https://ryanholiday.net/ Munk Debates - https://munkdebates.com/ This Girl Can - https://www.thisgirlcan.co.u…

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Neda Sahebelm & Carla Hoppe: How to make fractional hiring & careers work 55:33

4M ago55:33

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“The most difficult part [of going fractional] is starting a business. It’s having to wear every hat yourself, from selling, marketing, relationship building, finances, ops and admin. You are everything.” Fractional careers have been on the rise over the last few years. Both, for experienced Operators making the move into fractional work and for Fo…

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SERIES 12: Episode 11 - Coconote, No More Cocaine Shane, Paul Weller, My Life in a Book, Sand Job 54:27

4M ago54:27

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Revealed in this episode, Michael has a big announcement about a shocking life change. As always, send us your ideas to our instagram @makingthecutpodcast. Coconote - https://coconote.app/ No More Cocaine Shane - https://www.instagram.com/no_more_cocaine_shane/?locale=es Sofa Session: Paul Weller! - https://www.bbc.co.uk/sounds/play/m001zwgt My Lif…

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Amy Gallo: Conflict Management & How to get along with your colleagues 51:04

5M ago51:04

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“If you’re in a situation where you’re dealing with [a difficult boss], I think the question is - am I actually getting something from this? And if the answer is ‘no, I’m getting nothing’, then it’s time to really think about what could be your next step.” To kick off our brand new ‘Specialist Advice’ series, we’re joined by workplace expert and lo…

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SERIES 12: Episode 10 - A View from the Bridge, Barry Manilow, Percy Pigs, Jade Colucci, You Made it Weird 49:03

5M ago49:03

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In this episode, we head to the West End with a bag of treats. As always, send us your ideas to our instagram @makingthecutpodcast. A View from the Bridge - https://trh.co.uk/whatson/a-view-from-the-bridge/ Sister Act - https://www.sisteractthemusical.co.uk/london/ Barry Manilow - https://lwtheatres.co.uk/whats-on/barry-manilow/ https://open.spotif…

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The Best Bits of Season 11 - A Mentorship Roundup 34:08

5M ago34:08

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That’s a wrap on Season 11 of 40 Minute Mentor and 12 weeks of non-stop pocket-sized mentorship. Our guests over the last 12 weeks have candidly shared the ups and downs of entrepreneurship and shared the advice they wish they would have received when they started out. We also celebrated some 40 Minute Mentor firsts this season, including hitting 1…

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SERIES 12: Episode 9 - Breathwork, Friday Night Lights, Clarkson's Farm, RevivR 52:33

5M ago52:33

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Not only do we recommend ideas for exercise and entertainment, we suggest something that could help you saves lives. As always, send us your ideas to our instagram @makingthecutpodcast. Blisspoint - https://www.instagram.com/blisspoint.co/ Friday Night Lights - https://www.fridaynightlights.run/ Dom Whiting - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCqP8au…

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Jason Flemyng: From ‘Lock Stock’ to Brad Pitt, the inside scoop on life as a Hollywood Actor 29:37

5M ago29:37

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“80% of your work, no matter what it is, is confidence. It’s the confidence to know that when you go to a door handle, when you turn it, it doesn’t matter if you don’t know whether you pull or push. You just have to see which way it goes and then go with that.” Today’s 40 Minute Mentor is a podcast first. We’re joined by Hollywood actor and produce…

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SERIES 12: Episode 8 - Amnesia, Pikes, Clean Co, Calligraphy Health, The Water Shed, The Fall Guy 48:21

5M ago48:21

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If our gravely voices aren’t a dead giveaway, we’re just back from Ibiza. We’ve returned with hoarse vocal cords and recommendations! As always, send us your ideas to our instagram @makingthecutpodcast. Amnesia - https://www.amnesia.es/ Pikes - https://www.pikesibiza.com/ Crazy P - Heartbreaker - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hU4Cv8E_yxE&ab_chann…

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Dr Rupy Aujla: The accidental business that helps millions of people eat healthier every day 45:16

5M ago45:16

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“Had I continued along my path, I could have a very successful private and NHS GP practice. I could be earning multiples of what I’m allowing myself to earn right now. The stability that I can provide for my family is, quite frankly, limited.” Today’s 40 Minute Mentor is Dr Rupy Aujla, Founder of The Doctor’s Kitchen and best selling cookbook autho…

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SERIES 12: Episode 7 - Joodaboo, People Places and Things, Genius of Coldplay, Tim Minchin, Johann Hari 40:04

5M ago40:04

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Get out your crystals, because we are going spiritual in this episode through philosophical music, meaningful movies and thought-provoking books. Send us your ideas to our instagram @makingthecutpodcast. Joodaboo - https://joodaboo.com/ People Places And Things - https://www.nationaltheatre.org.uk/productions/people-places-and-things/ Tim Minchin -…

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Avion Gray: Raising the largest pre-seed round as a female Founder in Europe 45:04

6M ago45:04

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“Fundraising can be exhausting, so it’s really important to spend time with the right people who just won’t waste your time [...], pay attention and ask the right questions.” Today’s 40 Minute Mentor is Avion Gray, Co-Founder and CEO of Belong, a new wealth-building platform. Avion started her career in investment banking, before working as Head of…

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SERIES 12: Episode 6 - Mo Gawdat, Babbel, Frameless, Paul Weller, Laura Moso, Jimmy Carr 56:05

6M ago56:05

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People with misophonia beware! We’re eating at the start of the episode. But don’t worry, we quickly move on to delight you with recommendations for music, instagram pages, an art installation and a language app. As always, send us your ideas to our instagram @makingthecutpodcast. Mo Gawdat - https://www.instagram.com/mo_gawdat/?hl=en Babbel - http…

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Gurinder Dhillon: From 1 black cab to bootstrapping one of the fastest growing Startups in Europe with Otto Car 40:21

6M ago40:21

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“[Having bootstrapped] we get to control our destiny, we can move as quickly as we want and we can go where we want and don’t have to be accountable.” Today’s 40 Minute Mentor is Gurinder Dhillon, Founder of Otto Car, London’s largest community of PCO drivers and Europe’s largest provider of electric vehicles to private-hire drivers. Having recentl…

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SERIES 12: Episode 5 - Halstead Baker, Forrest Gump, Ascending Bear, Stuber, Myoovi 47:10

6M ago47:10

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This week we talk bread, books, hotels and health devices. As always, send us your ideas to our instagram @makingthecutpodcast. Park House Hotel - https://parkhousehotel.com/ The Psychology of Secrets - https://www.panmacmillan.com/authors/andrew-gold/the-psychology-of-secrets/9781035002597 Melanie Cantor - https://www.instagram.com/melanie.cantor/…

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Greg Marsh: A $200m+ exit with onefinestay to helping you save on household bills with Nous 45:34

6M ago45:34

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“There are days when you wake up and think ‘this is it - we’re going to be the next Google’ and then you wake up the next morning and feel like it’s all over and you’re going to fail.” Today’s 40 Minute Mentor is former VC investor turned serial entrepreneur, Greg Marsh. Following his time as an investor with Index Ventures, Greg went to build pion…

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SERIES 12: Episode 4 - Duke of Cumberland, Kiss Kiss Bang Bang, Pull Up Bar, Riyets, Forest Feast, Baby Reindeer 50:30

6M ago50:30

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Did you know you can make money listening to this podcast? Kind of. Listen to the end to find out how. Send us voice notes of your recommendations to our instagram @makingthecutpodcast. Haslemere Hospital - https://www.royalsurrey.nhs.uk/haslemere-hospital/ The Duke of Cumberland Arms - https://dukeofcumberland.com/ Kiss Kiss Bang Bang - https://ww…

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Deirdre O’Neill: Breaking taboos and transforming women’s health with Hertility 42:56

6M ago42:56

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“Entrepreneurship feels like a process of torture sometimes because no matter how hard you try and how much you work and how many evenings or weekends that you sacrifice, you’re still only at the very bottom of the hill.” Today’s 40 Minute Mentor is Deirdre O’Neill, Co-Founder and Chief Commercial & Legal Officer at women’s health startup, Hertilit…

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SERIES 12: Episode 3 - Jimmy on Relationships, Simon Squibb, Love From, Fallout, Space X, Billy Joel 52:26

6M ago52:26

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Movies to watch, relationship advice to ponder, music to make you cry: another cracking week of recommendations. As always, send us your ideas to our instagram @makingthecutpodcast. Jimmy on Relationships - https://www.instagram.com/jimmy_on_relationships/?hl=en Simon Squibb - https://www.instagram.com/simonsquibb/?hl=en Love From - https://love-fr…

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Natasha Ratanshi-Stein: From Chief of Staff at Bulb to Founder of Surfboard 43:01

6M ago43:01

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“If we’re not seeing outcomes, we need more visibility. Does visibility mean someone being physically in front of you? Probably not.” Today’s 40 Minute Mentor is Natasha Ratanshi-Stein, the Founder of Surfboard - the next generation planning tools for customer service teams. Before building Surfboard, Natasha spent several years as an Operator and …

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SERIES 12: Episode 2 - Bute, Robert W B Love, Tony's Chocolonely, Curb Your Enthusiasm, Eddie Abbew 41:51

7M ago41:51

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This week we recommend everything from chocolate to a classic television programme to a Scottish island. As always, send us your recommendations to our instagram @makingthecutpodcast. Bute - https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Isle_of_Bute Dr Lisa Mosconi - https://www.lisamosconi.com/ Robert W. B. Love - https://www.instagram.com/robertwblove/?hl=en Ton…

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