Business Without BS

EP 410 - Tax Without BS returns with a fiery but surprisingly hopeful breakdown of the November 2025 UK Budget. Andy, Jemma and Emma from Oury Clark sift the good, the bad, and the “are-you-kidding-me?” of Britain’s latest fiscal plan From scale-up salvation and EIS boosts, to SME heartbreak, Mansion Tax grumbles, pension puzzles, and the four-year foreign-income free-for-all. It’s the only budget reaction that’ll make you laugh and rethink your life insurance. *For Apple Podcast chapters, access them from the menu in the bottom right corner of your player* Spotify Video Chapters: 00:00 Andy's Episode Synposis 02:29 Business Tax Positives 05:37 Funding Gaps and EIS 14:18 Business Rates and SME Challenges 18:16 Inheritance Tax and Business Property Relief 23:58 Impact on SMEs and Entrepreneurs 33:12 Understanding Business Rates 34:04 Personal Taxes Overview 34:16 Employee Ownership Trusts Explained 37:54 Income Tax Threshold Freeze 38:55 Salary Sacrifice and ISA Changes 40:08 Financial Literacy and Investment Advice 43:44 Mansion Tax and Property Levies 48:42 Tax Avoidance vs. Tax Evasion 55:48 Foreign Income and Gains Regime 01:00:32 Final Thoughts and Budget Reflections Watch and subscribe to us on YouTube Follow us: Instagram TikTok Linkedin Twitter Facebook

EP 409 - What happens when you strip away phones, comfort and pretence? Therapist Jerry Hyde - often called “the most dangerous therapist in the world” - and filmmaker Mai Hua explore the raw truths of mental health, vulnerability and masculinity. Released for World Mental Health Day, the conversation dives into why modern life keeps us disconnected, how radical retreats (no phones, no showers, no distractions) transform people, and why real healing means breaking the rules. What You’ll Learn in This Episode: Why Jerry Hyde is called “the most dangerous therapist” How radical retreats challenge comfort, technology and ego The link between phones, distraction and mental health decline Why vulnerability is strength in therapy and relationships How group therapy transforms masculinity and human connection If you’re interested in mental health awareness, therapy, and breaking free from modern distractions, this episode offers unfiltered insights and challenges conventional thinking. *For Apple Podcast chapters, access them from the menu in the bottom right corner of your player* Spotify Video Chapters: 00:00 BWB with Jerry Hyde and Mai Hua 00:40 Introducing Jerry and Mai 01:52 Exploring Masculinity and Vulnerability 04:03 The Power of Retreats 05:44 The Impact of Technology on Mental Health 06:27 The Importance of Human Connection 08:50 Challenges of Modern Parenting 18:53 Understanding ADHD and Trauma 32:24 Gender Dynamics and Therapy 45:25 Therapy as a Lifestyle Choice 45:52 Challenges of Couples Therapy 47:02 The Art of Self-Inquiry 47:41 Collaborative Conflicts 48:09 Gender Differences in Therapy 57:44 Cultural Perspectives on Therapy 01:03:02 Making a Man: The Documentary 01:05:42 The Importance of Vulnerability 01:23:12 Therapy and Group Dynamics 01:25:17 Wrap Up Watch and subscribe to us on YouTube Follow us: Instagram TikTok Linkedin Twitter Facebook If you'd like to be on the show, get in contact - mail@businesswithoutbullshit.me

EP 408 - What happens when British charm collides with German order in the workplace? In part 3 of our Business Without Baggage series, we speak to professor and senior partner at GTK Germany - Manfred Klein - who breaks down the surprising differences - and hidden similarities - between the UK and Germany’s business cultures. From awkward handshakes and endless small talk to rigid agendas and direct feedback, discover why British and German colleagues often clash in meetings, negotiations and everyday work. What You’ll Learn in This Episode: Why German efficiency and precision frustrates British colleagues How British politeness and vagueness confuses German teams The truth about work - life boundaries in Germany vs the UK Why Germans trust process while Brits trust personality How cultural differences can make or break international business deals If you’re doing business with Germany, managing international teams, or just curious about cross-cultural communication, this conversation is packed with real-world insights and a few laughs. *For Apple Podcast chapters, access them from the menu in the bottom right corner of your player* Spotify Video Chapters: 00:00 Business Without Baggage part 3 - Germany 00:43 Meet Manfred - A Legal Heavyweight 01:16 The Importance of Formality and Punctuality 02:20 Setting and Following an Agenda 04:53 Work-Life Boundaries in Germany 17:05 Direct Communication and Feedback 29:14 The Role of Hierarchy and Family Businesses 39:25 Social Security and Employee Expectations 40:54 Understanding German Employee Benefits 41:25 Work-Life Balance in Germany 42:05 Challenges in the German Health and Pension Systems 42:54 Maternity and Parental Leave Policies 44:01 Declining Birth Rates and Social Security 46:26 Immigration and Cultural Integration 48:05 German Cultural Traits and Business Etiquette 49:15 Economic Challenges and Quantitative Easing 50:25 Direct Communication and Efficiency in Germany 57:00 Business Collaboration Between Germany and UK 59:16 Ease of Doing Business in Germany 01:09:00 Common Mistakes When Doing Business in Germany 01:11:03 Visa and Property Ownership in Germany 01:13:50 Andy Wears German Carnival Outfit 01:15:19 Business or Bullshit quiz! 01:18:04 Wrap Up Watch and subscribe to us on YouTube Follow us: Instagram TikTok Linkedin Twitter Facebook If you'd like to be on the show, get in contact - mail@businesswithoutbullshit.me

EP 407 - What does it really take to build a food empire from scratch? We're giving our chat with John B Stapleton - serial entrepreneur, investor, and co-founder of the New Covent Garden Soup Company and Little Dish a re-run to remind us about the hard-won lessons behind his multi-million-pound successes. From inventing the UK’s fresh soup category to mentoring today’s challenger brands, John shares his insights on: Why resilience beats a “genius idea” every time How to raise investment when the market is stacked against you The truth about failure - and why it’s the best teacher for entrepreneurs Bootstrapping until you “know what you’re doing” The entrepreneurial ego: small “e” vs big “E” Whether you’re launching your first startup or scaling towards exit, this episode is packed with real-world advice on how entrepreneurs really win - and why sometimes failure is the very thing that sets you up for millions. Perfect for founders, investors, and anyone navigating today’s uncertain business landscape. *For Apple Podcast chapters, access them from the menu in the bottom right corner of your player* Spotify Video Chapters: 00:00 BWB with John Stapleton 00:40 John's Background and Achievements 01:19 Current Business Climate and Challenges 04:22 Investment Strategies and Advice 12:45 Mentoring and Advising Startups 14:25 Mission Ventures and Investment Platforms 18:17 Entrepreneurial Traits and Success 24:43 The Birth of Lamborghini 25:22 The Cult of Entrepreneurial Personality 26:29 The Value of Failure 28:51 Consumer Insight and Resilience 30:05 The Fresh Soup Revolution 34:21 Quickfire - Get To Know John 41:26 Wrap Up Watch and subscribe to us on YouTube Follow us: Instagram TikTok Linkedin Twitter Facebook If you'd like to be on the show, get in contact - mail@businesswithoutbullshit.me