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Celia jumps in the quiz seat this week to shares her views on a bunch of quiz topics. We explore the relevance and extremes of health and safety, the nuances between bluffing and lying in business, the real meaning of business etiquette, and the tokenistic potential of B Corps certification!

Chapters:

00:00 Business or Bullshit with Celia Chartres-Aris

00:22 Health and Safety: Necessity or Overkill?

01:00 Bluffing in Business: Strategy or Dishonesty?

02:26 Redefining Business Etiquette for Today's World

05:09 B Corps: Genuine Change or Just for Show?

06:26 The Etiquette of Modern Technology

06:53 Gardening Leave: A Blessing or a Curse?

08:16 Investment TV Shows & TikTok

08:44 Reflecting on Social Media's Impact

09:46 Wrap Up: The Evolution of Communication

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Celia is a disabled founder and Investor, a multi-award winning campaigner, lobbyist, researcher and policy designer, advocating for the improvement of disability equity and accessibility inclusivity.

We discuss Celia's life long journey with Loeys-Dietz syndrome, and her personal and professional challenges. We talk about the importance of representation, access to benefits, and inclusive policies to advocate for a shift towards normalisation and societal integration of disabled people.

We speak about the role of SMEs in fostering inclusivity and how they can become more proactive. We also discuss the necessity for businesses and government bodies to embrace inclusive practices - to consult with disabled representatives for a more equitable and accessible future.

Celia also tells us why ineffective consultation qualifies for the big bin of bulls**t

Chapters:

00:00 BWB with Celia Chartres-Aris

01:17 Celia's Journey with Loeys Dietz Syndrome

10:10 Challenging Disability Stereotypes

10:47 The Intersection of Disability and Normality

26:24 The World of Work as a Disabled Individual

32:57 Exploring Accessibility and Inclusion Challenges

33:33 Workplace Adjustments and Discrimination

36:19 The Impact of COVID-19 on Work Flexibility

37:18 Unconscious Bias and Disability Representation

39:56 Experiences with Disability and Public Perception

48:20 The Importance of Disability Inclusion in Business

56:04 The Complexities of Disability Support Systems

59:20 Better Disability Awareness and Support

01:04:35 Exploring Toxic Positivity and Its Impact

01:05:06 The Realities of Living with Disabilities

01:06:06 Internalised Ableism and Its Effects

01:06:57 The Healthcare System and Social Perceptions

01:07:39 COVID-19: A Window into the World of Disabilities

01:09:00 Disability Equality and Understanding in Society

01:14:11 The Cost of Living with a Disability

01:20:19 The Importance of Representation

01:24:12 Personal Reflections and Advice for Founders

01:27:17 Quickfire Round: Getting to Know Celia

Useful links from Celia:

Access2Work

Training 

Disability Confident Employer Scheme

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Disability as employers

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Mr Bug founder jumps in this week's quiz seat to give us his take on a bunch of topics including personality type tests, planned obsolescence, TV investment shows and China.

Candid opinions, insights into business practices, and discussing the reality of sexism in TV show auditions are all packed in!

Chapters:

00:00 Welcome to Business or Bullshit!

00:45 Personality Type Tests: Insight or Nonsense?

02:28 The Controversy of Planned Obsolescence

03:42 The Reality of Investment TV Shows

04:56 The Complexities of Business Ethics and Practices

05:48 Social Media: A Necessary Evil in Business?

06:24 The Role of Mentors in Business Success

09:19 The Impact of Founders' Egos on Business

09:56 Russia and Defenestration

10:55 Closing Remarks and Score Announcement

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Conal is the founder of Mr. Bug, a revolutionary pet food company using insect protein. 

We talk about Conal’s pivot from the music industry to starting an insect farm during lockdown, highlighting the sustainability and health benefits of insect-based pet food. We talk about the challenges and rewards of entrepreneurship in the pet food industry, the process of farming mealworms, and the potential of insects as a sustainable food source. We discuss the regulatory landscape, the importance of grants for innovation, and the societal barriers to accepting insects as food.

Conal also explains why government grant scheme's frameworks qualify for the big bin of bullsh*t

Chapters:

00:00 BWB with Conal Cunningham

00:30 Diving Into the World of Insect Protein

02:48 From Lockdown Idea to Insect Farming

03:49 Efficiency and Sustainability of Mealworm Farming

08:05 The Future of Insect Consumption

11:57 Grants and Challenges of Insect Protein Production

13:44 Beyond Pet Food to Global Nutrition

19:49 The Complexities of Protein Sources

21:35 Preparing for a Plan B in a Changing World

23:09 The Financial Struggles of Bootstrapping

23:39 Raising Funds and Navigating Investment Schemes

24:30 Market Growth and Product Development

25:13 The Quirks of Pet Food Preferences

25:49 Insect-Based Diets: A Sustainable Future?

28:34 Addressing Industry Challenges and Innovations

32:40 The Irony of Animal Love and Consumption

34:27 Quickfire Round: Getting to Know Conal

36:45 Top Tips for Founders and Entrepreneurs

43:03 Closing Thoughts and Recommendations

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 Boxxer founder & CEO Ben Shalom is in the quiz seat this week giving his thoughts on Andy and Pippa’s hit list of business terms - from bootstrapping and guerrilla marketing to golden handshakes and five-year forecasts, Ben answers with insights from his own experiences, shedding light on the practicalities in real business life.

Chapters:

00:00 Business or Bullshit with Ben Shalom

00:38 Bootstrapping and Business Growth Insights

01:43 Guerrilla Marketing and Golden Handshakes

02:13 Sweat Equity, Family Offices, and Down Rounds

04:43 Bitcoin, Ratchets, and Investment Insights

05:35 Scoring the Game and Wrapping Up

06:01 Reflections and Farewell

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Ben is the the founder and CEO of Boxer, a boxing promotion company valued at £25,000,000.

Starting with a £10,000 loan at the age of 23, Ben successfully broke into the boxing promotional industry, a feat not achieved since the 1970s. Now at 30, he has secured exclusive contracts with Sky Sports in the UK and NBC in America. 

We discuss the uniqueness of the boxing industry, its' lack of brands, and Ben’s journey in creating a successful brand within this space. We speak about the importance of understanding the business side of sports, the challenges of promoting in a fragmented sport, and the significance of boxing as a sport that changes lives and builds character.

Ben also explains why politics within the boxing industry qualifies for the big bin of bullshit.

Chapters:

00:00 BWB with Ben Shalom

01:24 Breaking Into Boxing and Building a Brand

03:14 Boxing's Challenges and Opportunities

14:14 Innovating and Expanding in the Boxing World

21:35 Accessibility, Diversity, and Global Reach

25:30 The Eccentric Tales of Henry VIII

25:58 Boxing Politics

27:19 The Digital Age of Boxing and Its Global Appeal

28:10 Understanding Boxing Championships

29:29 The Cultural Impact of Boxing in the UK

33:06 Personal Insights and the Business Side of Boxing

35:16 Navigating the Boxing Industry

41:33 Quickfire Round: Getting to Know Ben

46:19 Top Tips for Entrepreneurs and Final Thoughts

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The Humble Penny founder and co-author of Financial Joy Ken Okoroafor jumps in the quiz seat this week giving his views on a range of business terms.

Ken particularly emphasises the importance of understanding various financing options, advantages of intrapreneurship, necessity of insurance, preparing for life's inevitabilities and the significance of personal financial management.

Chapters:

00:00 Business or Bullshit quiz Ken Okoroafor

00:27 The Burn Rate Debate: Business or Bullshit?

00:50 Private Equity: Overhyped or Essential for Growth?

02:41 Intrapreneurship: Making Money Within Your Job

03:40 Love-Hate Relationship with Internal Meetings

04:15 The Role of Guerrilla Marketing

05:04 The Importance of Health and Safety Regulations

05:54 From Sales Funnels to Sophisticated Investors

06:13 Life Insurance: A Must-Have Financial Safety Net

10:42 Wrapping Up with Ken: Insights and Farewells

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Ken, alongside his wife Mary, are the creators of The Humble Penny and Financial Joy Academy, helping people achieve financial independence. Ken is a Chartered Accountant and former CFO who achieved financial independence by the age of 34 with his wife Mary. He joins us to talk their debut book Financial Joy

We discuss achieving financial freedom through financial literacy, responsible money management, and effective communication within relationships.

Ken shares his journey from financial struggles in Nigeria to financial independence in the UK, emphasising the importance of financial honesty, community, and creativity in overcoming financial challenges.

Ken also explains why misinformation in the financial industry qualifies for the big bin of bullsh*t

Chapters:

00:00 BWB with Ken Okoroafor

01:31 Introduction to Ken

02:07 Ken's Journey to Financial Independence

02:58 Parenting Challenges and Joys

06:43 Navigating the Digital Age with Kids

08:28 Entrepreneurial Spirit: Learning from Kids

09:33 Cultural Insights and the Hustle Mentality

22:26 Financial Transparency and Relationship Dynamics

26:24 The Money Day: A Strategy for Financial Harmony

31:36 Addressing Financial Imbalance in Relationships

34:05 Cultural Perspectives on Money and Consumerism

35:56 The Digital Age and Financial Behaviour

37:19 The Power of Conversation in Relationships

38:03 Navigating Finances as a Partnership

39:19 Accountability and Financial Management

40:01 Stigma of Debt and Financial Struggles

42:48 The Impact of Culture on Financial Openness

48:55 Finding Joy in Simplicity and Planning

50:12 The Journey to Financial Joy

51:21 Creating a Practical Guide to Financial Well-being

01:05:46 The Importance of Early Financial Planning

01:07:42 Learning from Older Generations

01:12:07 Involving Children in Financial Decisions

01:12:44 Exploring Financial Literacy with Children

01:13:08 Demystifying Stock Market Losses for Kids

01:14:17 Financial Advisors and Self-Empowerment

01:14:49 Financial Planning and Avoiding Procrastination

01:20:27 The Value of Diverse Income Streams

01:23:45 Bull in Biz - Misinformation in Finance

01:28:48 Quick Fire Round: Getting to Know Ken

01:31:53 Top Tips for Founders and Entrepreneurs

01:37:00 Final thoughts on Financial Joy

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Gary's in quiz seat this week giving us his quick fire answers on topics like equal paternity leave, trader’s egos, corporate gifting to mental health in professional interactions.

We also discuss the implications of Christmas bonuses and skepticism on cryptocurrencies and over trading.

Chapters:

00:00 Introduction

00:30 Quiz rules

01:18 Exploring Business Jargon and Practices

01:28 The Reality of Christmas Bonuses

01:43 Corporate Culture and the Illusion of Bonuses

02:21 Royal Warrants and Corporate Gifting

04:12 The Dark Side of Influencers and Day Trading

07:20 Navigating the World of Investments

08:10 Debunking Cryptocurrency Myths

10:06 Wrap Up and Scoring

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Gary is a former trader and now inequality economist who’s known for becoming Citibank’s most profitable trader in 2011 by predicting there would be an increase in economic inequality. Since then, he left trading and now campaigns for solving inequality.

Gary joins us to talk about his debut book The Trading Game: A Confession

We talk about Gary's transition from the trading floor to being a critic of economic inequality and wealth concentration. We discuss systemic economic issues, the societal and psychological impact of the wealth gap, the need for fair wealth distribution and how we can achieve it.

From proposing international taxes to addressing socio-economic implications, we break down the complexities of wealth distribution, take a look into the world of billionaires and trading, and explore Gary’s advocacy for a deeper common understanding of economics.

Chapters:

00:00 Andy’s Opening Confession 

02:20 Welcome to BWB

03:41 Meet Gary: From Trader to Equality Campaigner

04:37 Global Economy and Wealth Inequality

06:59 Dynamics of Wealth and Taxation

09:42 Personal Stories and the Impact of Background

11:02 The Trading World: A Closer Look

15:11 Unhappiness Among the Wealthy

22:15 Structural Problems of Capitalism and Taxation

33:27 Exploring Solutions to Wealth Inequality

36:36 Impact of Wealth Hoarding on Society

37:39 Psychological Aspects of Wealth and Status

38:04 Personal Reflections on Wealth and Privilege

38:22 Influence of Wealth on Opportunities and Happiness

39:07 Misconceptions of Wealth and Success

43:32 Exploring the Roots of Inequality and Its Solutions

48:19 Ramifications of Growing Inequality

55:40 Reflections on Wealth and Happiness

59:55 Advice and Insights from a Former Trader

01:02:14 Navigating the Publishing and YouTube Worlds

01:03:15 Quickfire Round: Getting to Know Gary

01:05:18 Gary's top tip for entrepreneurs

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Over The Moo founder Simon Goodman is in the quiz seat giving his frank opinions on influencers in marketing, corporate gifting, monthly management accounts, and the reality of foreign espionage risks. He also sheds light on the fine line between innovative strategies and mere industry jargon.

Chapters:

00:00 Welcome to Business or Bullshit quiz

00:58 Influencers: Business Necessity or Overrated?

02:44 Rapid-Fire Business or Bullshit Round

04:49 Exploring Corporate Culture and Buzzwords

05:54 The Awkwardness of Social Etiquette in Business

07:48 Reflecting on the Quiz and Wrapping Up

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