The Business Men
Sony Music Entertainment
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Two mates, Ben Shephard and Joel Dommett, attempt to launch a new cosmetic business for men. They navigate the trials of entrepreneurship, family life, and the realities of aging. Listeners can follow their journey as they name their product, find a mentor, and learn business terms like EBITDA. The podcast is produced by Sony Music Entertainment.
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“I’ve Tanned Harry Styles and David Gandy” - The Business Of Spray Tans with James Harknett 28.07.2026 30minJames Harknett, tanning expert and spray tanner to the stars, joins Ben on this weeks episode. As the go-to spray tan expert for celebrities, fashion shows and major TV productions, James has spent more than two decades turning a niche skill into a thriving personal brand. Along the way, he's worked with global beauty companies, launched his own successful business and built a reputation as one of the most trusted names in the industry. Listen now to hear how James Harknett turned a passion into a powerhouse business. Fill out our skincare survey here: https://tinyurl.com/3xeh4w4x Join our Patreon today at patreon.com/thebusinessmen Follow on socials @thebusinessmenpod The Business Men is a production of Sony Music Entertainment. Find more great podcasts from Sony Music Entertainment at sonymusic.com/podcasts and follow us at @sonypodcasts To bring your brand to life in this podcast, email podcastadsales@sonymusic.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices -
“Your Business Network Is Everything”- Aaron Chatterley Sold Feelunique To Sephora For Millions 21.07.2026 43minAaron Chatterley built Feelunique into one of Europe’s leading online beauty retailers before selling the business to Sephora. Ben sits down with Aaron to explore the lessons behind that journey, and why he's now building INDU, a teen beauty brand. Fill out our skincare survey here: https://tinyurl.com/3xeh4w4x Join our Patreon today at patreon.com/thebusinessmen Follow on socials @thebusinessmenpod The Business Men is a production of Sony Music Entertainment. Find more great podcasts from Sony Music Entertainment at sonymusic.com/podcasts and follow us at @sonypodcasts To bring your brand to life in this podcast, email podcastadsales@sonymusic.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices -
“Retinol Changes The Way Your Skin Behaves!” Beauty Journalist Reveals The Beauty Truths You NEED 14.07.2026 37minBeauty Journalist Nadine Baggot joins Ben in the studio this week, for a lively conversation as Nadine gets into the nitty gritty of Joel and Ben's beauty business moves so far. Nadine shares the lessons she's learned from decades in the beauty industry and puts Ben's beauty knowledge to the test in a game of Skincare Myth or Truth, as he attempts to separate fact from fiction on everything from anti-ageing products to everyday skincare habits. An episode NOT to miss if you want to know how REALLY to keep your skin happy! Fill out our skincare survey here: https://tinyurl.com/3xeh4w4x Join our Patreon today at patreon.com/thebusinessmen Follow on socials @thebusinessmenpod The Business Men is a production of Sony Music Entertainment. Find more great podcasts from Sony Music Entertainment at sonymusic.com/podcasts and follow us at @sonypodcasts To bring your brand to life in this podcast, email podcastadsales@sonymusic.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices -
“Building A Business Is The Key To Happiness” - Holly & Co founder 07.07.2026 42minHolly Tucker MBE and founder of Holly & Co, is one of the UK's most influential entrepreneurs, and her journey has always been about more than building successful businesses. In this episode, Ben sits down with the former co-founder of Not On The High Street and founder of Holly & Co - one of Britain's leading champions of small business, to explore purpose, legacy, creativity, and what it truly means to build something that matters. Holly shares how entrepreneurship helped her discover her purpose, and why creating meaningful work can be one of the most fulfilling paths a person can take. The conversation also dives into the lessons Holly's learned from decades of supporting founders, the power of persistence, and what it takes to build a lasting legacy. If you've ever wondered how to build a business that reflects who you are and leaves a positive mark on the world, this episode is for you. Fill out our skincare survey here: https://tinyurl.com/3xeh4w4x Join our Patreon today at patreon.com/thebusinessmen Follow on socials @thebusinessmenpod The Business Men is a production of Sony Music Entertainment. Find more great podcasts from Sony Music Entertainment at sonymusic.com/podcasts and follow us at @sonypodcasts To bring your brand to life in this podcast, email podcastadsales@sonymusic.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices -
Stand-Up Meets Skincare - Joel & Ben Host ‘Comedy & Cream' LIVE! 30.06.2026 37minBen and Joel take to the stage for a night of Comedy & Cream! Think 'stand-up meets skincare' for a night of jokes, product testing, and plenty of unpredictable audience interaction. A safe space for filthy people, if you will! From big laughs to honest reactions, this is what happens when comedy and skincare collide. Fill out our skincare survey here: https://tinyurl.com/3xeh4w4x Join our Patreon today at patreon.com/thebusinessmenFollow on socials @thebusinessmenpod The Business Men is a production of Sony Music Entertainment. Find more great podcasts from Sony Music Entertainment at sonymusic.com/podcasts and follow us at @sonypodcasts To bring your brand to life in this podcast, email podcastadsales@sonymusic.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices -
"I Punched The Air When I Had Three Failures In The Bag” - Simon Woodroffe On Resilience and Perseverance 23.06.2026 45minFrom failed business ventures, divorce and cash flow problems, to one of the most distinctive and disruptive brands in British culture, YO! Sushi. Founder Simon Woodroffe joins Ben to talk about the lightbulb idea he had on a chance business lunch that lead to a long, fruitful and rewarding career. Simon discusses the highs and lows of starting his own business, how he overcame challenges, and being bold with a marketing idea that turned out to be more beneficial than he ever could have anticipated. He talks about brand identity and expanding into YOTELS, a venture which harnessed his enthusiam as if it was day one. This episode contains mild, non‑graphic references to sexual abuse, which may be distressing for some listeners and viewers.Fill out our skincare survey here: https://tinyurl.com/3xeh4w4xJoin our Patreon today at patreon.com/thebusinessmenFollow on socials @thebusinessmenpod The Business Men is a production of Sony Music Entertainment. Find more great podcasts from Sony Music Entertainment at sonymusic.com/podcasts and follow us at @sonypodcasts To bring your brand to life in this podcast, email podcastadsales@sonymusic.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices -
“I’ve Always Wanted Something Of My Own” - Frankie Bridge On Her Community Powered Fashion Brand 16.06.2026 44minFrankie Bridge, the singer, author and entrepreneur, joins Ben in the studio to talk about how she’s shaking up the lifestyle space with her brand, Faves. Frankie lifts the lid on the inspiration behind launching a business rooted in curation and community, revealing how she turned her personal recommendations into a fast-growing brand. She opens up about making the leap from entertainment into entrepreneurship, the realities of building something from scratch, and why authenticity has been her biggest asset. From balancing business with family life to navigating self-doubt and imposter syndrome, Frankie shares the honest highs and lows of her journey so far. Plus, she talks about what she’s learned about brand-building in the social media age, and what’s next for Faves. Fill out our skincare survey here: https://tinyurl.com/3xeh4w4x Join our Patreon today at patreon.com/thebusinessmen Follow on socials @thebusinessmenpod The Business Men is a production of Sony Music Entertainment. Find more great podcasts from Sony Music Entertainment at sonymusic.com/podcasts and follow us at @sonypodcasts To bring your brand to life in this podcast, email podcastadsales@sonymusic.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices -
“Business Starts And Ends With Credibility” - The Apprentice’s Tim Campbell Gives His Candid Advice! 09.06.2026 44minTim Campbell MBE, entrepreneur, mentor, and the very first winner of The Apprentice, sits down with Ben. Tim takes us back to where it all started, winning the show in 2005 and stepping straight into the business world with Lord Sugar, before going on to build an impressive career of his own. From launching the Bright Ideas Trust to championing social mobility and helping young people start businesses, Tim’s journey is rooted in purpose as much as profit. We get into the realities of starting from scratch, the mindset needed to succeed, and what people often get wrong about building a career in business. Tim also shares honest reflections on resilience, pressure, and what he’s learned from both the highs and the setbacks along the way. Now back on The Apprentice as one of Lord Sugar’s trusted advisers, Tim brings a unique perspective on what it really takes to make it, and how to stay there. Fill out our skincare survey here: https://tinyurl.com/3xeh4w4x Join our Patreon today at patreon.com/thebusinessmen Follow on socials @thebusinessmenpod The Business Men is a production of Sony Music Entertainment. Find more great podcasts from Sony Music Entertainment at sonymusic.com/podcasts and follow us at @sonypodcasts To bring your brand to life in this podcast, email podcastadsales@sonymusic.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices -
First Ever For Skin Samples…Are They Any Good? Joel and Ben Give Us Their Verdict 02.06.2026 21minBen and Joel hit a major milestone in their entrepreneurial journey, the arrival of their very first product samples for their men’s skincare brand, For Skin. After months of brainstorming, branding, and behind-the-scenes hustle, the boxes finally land… but will the products live up to expectations? From first impressions and fragrance debates, the pair put For Skin through its paces. It’s a turning point for the business, and a reminder that creating something from scratch is never as smooth as your serum claims to be. Will For Skin be ready for the market, or is it back to the lab? Fill out our skincare survey here: https://tinyurl.com/3xeh4w4x Join our Patreon today at patreon.com/thebusinessmen Follow on socials @thebusinessmenpod The Business Men is a production of Sony Music Entertainment. Find more great podcasts from Sony Music Entertainment at sonymusic.com/podcasts and follow us at @sonypodcasts To bring your brand to life in this podcast, email podcastadsales@sonymusic.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices -
‘What You ACTUALLY Need To Know About Skincare’ - Sarah Jossel Get’s To The Truth Of The Beauty Industry 26.05.2026 36minSarah Jossel, journalist, broadcaster, and beauty editor of the Sunday Times Style, joins Ben for a lively conversation around everything she's learnt working behind the scenes in the beauty industry, which she reveals all on, in her new book Diary of a Beauty Editor. The conversation explores Sarah’s drive to share her knowledge of skincare, and how she’s built trust by making beauty more accessible and transparent. She reflects on how the landscape of beauty, and media more broadly, has evolved, from traditional editorial to today’s fast-moving, social-first world. Above all, she emphasises why honesty is non-negotiable when communicating with her loyal following, and the responsibility that comes with having their trust. Fill out our skincare survey here: https://tinyurl.com/3xeh4w4x Join our Patreon today at patreon.com/thebusinessmen Follow on socials @thebusinessmenpod The Business Men is a production of Sony Music Entertainment. Find more great podcasts from Sony Music Entertainment at sonymusic.com/podcasts and follow us at @sonypodcasts To bring your brand to life in this podcast, email podcastadsales@sonymusic.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices -
’70% Of Your Immune System Lives In Your Gut. Look After It!’ - Dr Megan Rossi On Tuning In To Your Gut Health 19.05.2026 42minDr Megan Rossi aka The Gut Health Doctor, joins Ben this week for a fascinating deep dive into gut health, business, and building a trusted brand based on the science. From working in the NHS to becoming one of the most influential voices in global nutrition, Megan shares how she transformed scientific research into a thriving business, spanning bestselling books, a successful clinic, and a powerful digital platform. Ben digs into the realities behind turning expertise into enterprise, the challenges of scaling a purpose-led brand, and how Megan balances credibility with commercial success. Along the way, they unpack the booming wellness industry, the myths we’re often sold about gut health, and why trust is the most valuable currency in both business and medicine. It’s an honest, insightful conversation about entrepreneurship, resilience, and the power of knowing your niche, with plenty of practical takeaways (and a few gut-friendly tips) along the way. Fill out our skincare survey here: https://tinyurl.com/3xeh4w4x Join our Patreon today at patreon.com/thebusinessmen Follow on socials @thebusinessmenpod The Business Men is a production of Sony Music Entertainment. Find more great podcasts from Sony Music Entertainment at sonymusic.com/podcasts and follow us at @sonypodcasts To bring your brand to life in this podcast, email podcastadsales@sonymusic.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices -
'When you’re pushed into a corner, you HAVE to innovate' - Luke Hersheson on building a global brand 12.05.2026 38minLuke Hersheson, stylist, entrepreneur, and CEO of cult British brand Hershesons, this week chats to Ben, about building a modern business in an old industry. From growing up in a legendary hairdressing family to reinventing the salon model, Luke opens up about taking creative risks, learning to lead teams, and what it really takes to scale a premium brand without losing its soul. Ben and Luke dig into the realities of entrepreneurship, decision‑making under pressure, and staying relevant in an ever‑changing market. It’s a candid conversation about legacy, innovation, and the business lessons Luke’s learned along the way – whether you’re running a company, building a brand, or just curious how creativity and commerce collide. Fill out our skincare survey here: https://tinyurl.com/3xeh4w4x Join our Patreon today at patreon.com/thebusinessmen Follow on socials @thebusinessmenpod The Business Men is a production of Sony Music Entertainment. Find more great podcasts from Sony Music Entertainment at sonymusic.com/podcasts and follow us at @sonypodcasts To bring your brand to life in this podcast, email podcastadsales@sonymusic.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices -
James Welsh on Korean skincare, breaking myths and why 'Natural Isn't Always Better’ 05.05.2026 41minSkincare influencer James Welsh gives Ben and Joel his insights and advice on the skincare industry, Korean beauty trends, the problems facing the men's grooming market in particular, tips for building a routine and debunks popular myths around skincare. Plus, he gives expert opinion on For Skin and how they can successfully launch their brand. Fill out our skincare survey here: https://tinyurl.com/3xeh4w4x Join our Patreon today at patreon.com/thebusinessmen Follow on socials @thebusinessmenpod The Business Men is a production of Sony Music Entertainment. Find more great podcasts from Sony Music Entertainment at sonymusic.com/podcasts and follow us at @sonypodcasts To bring your brand to life in this podcast, email podcastadsales@sonymusic.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices -
We Opened Fallow… Then COVID Shut Us Down 3 Days Later 28.04.2026 49minLondon chefs Jack Croft and Will Murray, founders of Fallow share how their fine-dining backgrounds at Dinner by Heston shaped their nose-to-tail, low-waste, sustainability-led approach, and how they launched via pop-ups before being hit by COVID lockdown days after opening. They explain pivoting to takeaway to survive, negotiating a strong lease post-lockdown, and evolving Fallow into a central London “neighbourhood restaurant” focused on atmosphere, service, and team culture. They discuss scaling to large teams across multiple sites, using social media and YouTube POV kitchen content to drive bookings, and offer advice on learning every part of the business before delegating and focusing on product quality over chasing followers. PLUS Joel and Ben reveal their community-chosen skincare brand logo for For Skin. Fill out our skincare survey here: https://tinyurl.com/3xeh4w4x Join our Patreon today at patreon.com/thebusinessmen Follow on socials @thebusinessmenpod The Business Men is a production of Sony Music Entertainment. Find more great podcasts from Sony Music Entertainment at sonymusic.com/podcasts and follow us at @sonypodcasts To bring your brand to life in this podcast, email podcastadsales@sonymusic.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices -
YOU Get To Choose Our Brands Future! 21.04.2026 28minBrand designer Ella Williams‑Brown is back to reveal the final two logos for For Skin that YOU get to vote on. One of which will become the face of the brand, and there’s no room for compromise. Ella walks Ben and Joel through her final concepts after weeks of feedback, debate, and refinement. The boys break down what they love, what they’re unsure about, and where their instincts clash… before handing over the ultimate power to you. Which logo should represent 'For Skin'? Join and have your say, because whichever one wins becomes the final logo. TO VOTE.... join our Patreon here: https://tinyurl.com/mr3t5a5v Fill out our skincare survey here: https://tinyurl.com/3xeh4w4x Join our Patreon today at patreon.com/thebusinessmen Follow on socials @thebusinessmenpod The Business Men is a production of Sony Music Entertainment. Find more great podcasts from Sony Music Entertainment at sonymusic.com/podcasts and follow us at @sonypodcasts To bring your brand to life in this podcast, email podcastadsales@sonymusic.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices -
“You’ve Got To Play The Long Game In Skincare” - Wayne Goss On Why Consistency Beats Expensive Products 14.04.2026 40minWayne Goss, YouTube legend and entrepreneur built one of the most trusted voices in the beauty industry from his bedroom — without hype, gimmicks, or filters — and turned it into a global business. He talks us through monetising honesty, building a brand his audience actually trusts, and his honest take on skincare and mens make-up. Fill out our skincare survey here: https://tinyurl.com/3xeh4w4x Join our Patreon today at patreon.com/thebusinessmen Follow on socials @thebusinessmenpod The Business Men is a production of Sony Music Entertainment. Find more great podcasts from Sony Music Entertainment at sonymusic.com/podcasts and follow us at @sonypodcasts To bring your brand to life in this podcast, email podcastadsales@sonymusic.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices -
From MTV to Canned Bloody Mary’ - Will Best’s Bloody Business Venture 07.04.2026 44minWill Best, TV host and co‑founder of the award‑winning canned cocktail brand Bloody Drinks, joins Joel and Ben this week. Will shares how him and best mate Harry found a gap in the market at university, when they couldn't order the perfect Bloody Mary, just like Harry made. This sparked a business idea that grew from kitchen experiments into a rapidly expanding drinks company. He talks through the early chaos of creating a recipe worthy of a ready‑to‑drink can, the realities of launching a challenger brand in a crowded market, and why believing in your product (even when everyone thinks you’re a bit mad) is essential. Funny, honest, and packed with genuinely useful insight—this is one for anyone dreaming of turning a passion into a product. Fill out our skincare survey here: https://tinyurl.com/3xeh4w4x Join our Patreon today at patreon.com/thebusinessmen Follow on socials @thebusinessmenpod The Business Men is a production of Sony Music Entertainment. Find more great podcasts from Sony Music Entertainment at sonymusic.com/podcasts and follow us at @sonypodcasts To bring your brand to life in this podcast, email podcastadsales@sonymusic.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices -
'This Skincare Ingredient Changed My Life’ - Nic Taylor on Launching 47 Skin 31.03.2026 46minNic Taylor, founder of 47 Skin, shares his truly unbelievable origin story, one that starts not in a lab or a boardroom, but with his grandma Pat. In this episode, Nic shares the full journey from the moment his grandma discovered the now‑famous compound by complete chance, to Nic realising its potential, to the wild early days of trying to build a business around something that almost never existed. Joel and Ben dig into the science behind the discovery, the emotional family connection at the heart of the brand, the hurdles of turning an accidental breakthrough into a real product, and the surreal moment Nic realised he might actually be onto something big. Fill out our skincare survey here: https://tinyurl.com/3xeh4w4x Join our Patreon today at patreon.com/thebusinessmen Follow on socials @thebusinessmenpod The Business Men is a production of Sony Music Entertainment. Find more great podcasts from Sony Music Entertainment at sonymusic.com/podcasts and follow us at @sonypodcasts To bring your brand to life in this podcast, email podcastadsales@sonymusic.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices -
Stop saying 'I'M GOING TO FAIL! YOU WILL FAIL' - Paul Boross on the Psychology of a great pitch 24.03.2026 50minPaul Boross AKA “The Pitch Doctor” joins Joel and Ben to break down what really goes into a powerful pitch. With decades of experience coaching CEOs, founders, performers and industry leaders, Paul knows exactly why some ideas soar while others fall flat. In this energetic and insight‑packed episode, the trio dig into the core ingredients of a pitch that actually gets remembered. How to create instant trust and connection with any audience, the biggest communication mistakes people make and why confidence isn’t magic, it’s a skill you can actually build. Whether you’re pitching a business, pitching yourself, or just trying to get someone to finally listen, this episode will leave you with the mindset and methods to speak better, influence more, and pitch with purpose! Fill out our skincare survey here: https://tinyurl.com/3xeh4w4x Follow Paul Boross's work at humourology.co and paulboross.com Join our Patreon today at patreon.com/thebusinessmen Follow on socials @thebusinessmenpod The Business Men is a production of Sony Music Entertainment. Find more great podcasts from Sony Music Entertainment at sonymusic.com/podcasts and follow us at @sonypodcasts To bring your brand to life in this podcast, email podcastadsales@sonymusic.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices -
Manager of The Sidemen Jordan Schwarzenberger On The Future Of Modern Media 17.03.2026 46minJordan Schwarzenberger is the creative strategist and media operator behind some of the UK’s biggest digital success stories. From co‑founding Arcade Media to helping scale the global phenomenon of the Sidemen, Jordan has become one of the most influential figures in the creator economy. We dive into how he went from an internship at Vice to leading strategy for top creators, the inside story of building a creator‑first media company, what traditional businesses still get wrong about online audiences, the future of creator‑led brands and entertainment, how the Sidemen’s approach changed the industry, and the business philosophies and lessons that shaped his journey. Whether you’re a producer, creator, entrepreneur, or simply obsessed with the business behind online culture, this episode is packed with insight, honesty, and big‑picture thinking about where the industry is headed. Fill out our skincare survey here: https://tinyurl.com/3xeh4w4x Join our Patreon today at patreon.com/thebusinessmen Follow on socials @thebusinessmenpod The Business Men is a production of Sony Music Entertainment. Find more great podcasts from Sony Music Entertainment at sonymusic.com/podcasts and follow us at @sonypodcasts To bring your brand to life in this podcast, email podcastadsales@sonymusic.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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