BluSky Podcast

Two Pints of lager and a spreadsheet

Every entrepreneur, business owner and businessperson has a back story. Join us as we chat with inspiring individuals and successful business owners who tell us theirs.

Ep.35 Paula Harrison, the best decisions should scare you

We're joined by Paula Harrison. You'll hear us discuss many topics including why the best decisions should scare you a little bit.

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Ep.34 Ron Ashtiani, learning when to let go

We're joined by Ron Ashtiani. You'll hear us discuss the rollercoaster ride that's stating, growing and exiting a business.

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Ep.33 Jim Mawdsley, the magic behind a gig

Jim Mawdsley chats us through all things culture and music. Learn about gigs, festivals and what's next for the North East.

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Episode 32: Jon Leighton, you have to make mistakes

We’re joined by Jon Leighton, Director at Land Digital. We’re discussing how you have to make mistakes in order to grow.

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Episode 31: Jamie Hardesty, small steps equal big steps

Find out about the highs and lows of Jamie's recovery journey. Along with how he got into journalism after graduating with a history degree.

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Episode 30: Gary Turner, the world’s okayest programmer

Find out how Gary got into tech, starting out as the world’s okayest programmer, to establishing and leading the UK arm of Xero.

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Episode 29: Katherine Pearson, creativity & culture

Our latest guest is Katherine Pearson, Managing Director at Flo-culture. We're discussing all things creative, culture and arts.

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Episode 28: Claire Rutherford, Why Your Job Should Make You Freak-cited

We discuss how you become a patent attorney and why your job should make you freak-cited.

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Episode 27: Maddie Rippon, Part Two

Maddie Rippon is back by popular demand. Join us as we discuss all things travel, seeing the world and why we opt for visiting places once.

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Episode 26: Paul Smith OBE, Life is a Series of Opportunities

We discuss travelling around the world via Twitter for charity, what the world has in common and the stigma attached to different places.

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Episode 25: Oli Krishnan, Embracing Uncomfortable Situations & Being Yourself

We’re discussing the importance of putting yourself in uncomfortable situations, continual self-improvement and being yourself.

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Episode 24: Rick McCordall, Learning From Mistakes & Finding Your Purpose

We discuss the importance of enjoying what you do, building trust, learning from your mistakes, and exiting a business.

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