Best Leila Brown Podcasts (2025)

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Behind the Scenes of the First B-Corp Cheesemaker with Sharpham Dairy’s Greg & Nicky Parsons #105 54:49

2d ago54:49

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Sharpham Dairy is the UK’s first B-Corp cheesemaker, a seemingly daunting challenge, but as a family business, the B-Corp values were already their own… Cheesemaking at Sharpham began over 40 years ago, and the story written by current owners Greg and Nicky Parsons is one that they hope lasts for generations to come. Greg & Nicky share the story be…

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Blending Legacy with Evolution in a Beloved Blackburn Brand with Graham & Brown’s Andrew and Iona Graham #104 49:14

16d ago49:14

49:14

There’s an art to family businesses, and if it’s mastered half as well as Graham & Brown have mastered their wallpaper designs, they’ll be thriving for generations to come. The 4th gen is now firmly in place, thanks to Iona and the watchful eye of her father Andrew, and they join us on It Runs In The Family this week to share their long-term perspe…

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The Heart and Handmade Care Behind Coca Cola’s New Mentee with Bumble & Goose’s Director, Lynsey Bleakley #103 53:38

1M ago53:38

53:38

We’ve yet another Northern Irish-based family brand to bring you, this time in the form of luxury bakehouse Bumble & Goose, whose care and handmade quality are second to none. There are few Founders more deserving of such success as Lynsey Bleakley, whose personal and entrepreneurial hurdles haven’t halted her ambitions for a business she’ll one da…

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The Inside Scoop on 5 Generations of Ice Cream with Arnaldo and Daniela Morelli #102 47:11

1M ago47:11

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Morelli Ice Cream’s humble beginnings lie with Peter, one of nine brothers, and several generations later the business thrives with four siblings writing its legacy. Taking us behind the innovative flavours and their stellar supermarket presence, Arnaldo and Daniela Morelli join us for a flavoursome new episode of It Runs In The Family! This episod…

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The Recipe for Centuries of Success with Stokes Tea & Coffee’s Nick Peel and Emma Olivier-Townrow #101 49:05

2M ago49:05

49:05

Before Starbucks in 1971 came the first coffee shop in 1919… and decades before that, Robert Stokes launched a brand which would span centuries. Now under 4th generation leadership with great-grandson Nick, the Stokes Tea & Coffee brand is the perfect example of a family firm sticking to its roots, while moving with the times. Nick joins us alongsi…

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The Quintessential Family Business Story with Barker Group’s Former-MD, Matthew Barker #100 1:14:09

3M ago1:14:09

1:14:09

Welcome to our 100th episode of It Runs In The Family, and what a celebration we have for you - we present the quintessential family business story. Matthew Barker’s journey with the family firm is a thrilling ride that pulls on the heart strings, and proudly exhibits what makes family businesses so undeniably special… Join us for a moving story wh…

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Capturing Children’s Creativity Across the Generations with Le Toy Van’s Steve and Marie Le Van #99 44:26

3M ago44:26

44:26

As parents, working in such a family-oriented field is bound to blur lines between work and home - such a line is one that the Le Van family walk effortlessly… Steve Le Van is the 2nd generation leader of Le Toy Van, working in complementary harmony with wife and Creative Director, Marie. The charm of Le Toy Van’s products flows through the duo eff…

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The Farmhouse Family Behind Award-Winning Dairy with Graham’s Family Dairy’s Dr Robert Graham and Carol Graham #98 1:01:38

4M ago1:01:38

1:01:38

Dr Robert Graham’s story begins in a farmhouse, being born just one year after the inception of the business he’d go on to live and breathe. Graham’s Family Dairy is over 70 years strong, and farming runs firmly in the family’s lineage, so how did a humble Scottish brand find themselves launching products in Dubai? It’s a staggering story, which we…

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The Art of Perfecting PR & Reputation in Family Business with LLPR’s Liz and Leila Willingham #97 22:01

4M ago22:01

22:01

We were delighted to speak about growing family businesses through PR and reputation at the Northern Ireland Family Business Forum - wouldn’t you love to be a fly on the wall for that? Luckily, this episode of ‘It Runs In The Family’ is exactly that! We looked back on 26 years of experience and expertise, our journey to this point, what PR means in…

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The Heart Behind Headhunting with Nurole’s Susie, Ned and Oliver Cummings #96 54:24

5M ago54:24

54:24

Susie Cumming’s first venture into headhunting unveiled an awareness of the greatness that could be achieved when the whole family combines their skills… Combining her entrepreneurialism with the creativity and analysis of sons Ned and Oliver has brought such success to their business Nurole, now under 2nd generation leadership! The skills, the dyn…

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Why You Should Build a Purpose-Driven, Selfless Business with Millwood’s Co-Owner, Matt Wood #95 59:42

5M ago59:42

59:42

Millwood is the only, and therefore the #1 B Corp in its field. For most, that’d be the dream, but Co-Owner Matt Wood wishes for the opposite… That might sound counterintuitive, but for a business leader whose drive is purpose and impact (as with so many family firms), it reflects a dream synonymous with his values. The 31 year story behind this in…

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The Family Flavour Behind The Avenue Cookery School’s Life-Changing Classes with Diana Horsford, Richard Horsford & Sophie Shalgi #94 1:03:56

5M ago1:03:56

1:03:56

The Avenue Cookery School has left its imprint on countless aspiring chefs, thanks in no small part to the full force of the Horsford family behind it. Diana was joined by her children Richard and Sophie, who have elevated the school to new heights, and for a family with such energy, it’s a joy to explore their equally enrapturing journey in this w…

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Building on the Legacy of a Century-Old Brand with Company Director of Stackers, Chloe Pestell #93 46:35

6M ago46:35

46:35

4 generations have seen a clock business with royalty among its customers become an iconic household name, and it’s Chloe Pestell at the helm of the 102 year old brand. Stackers was born of parent company LC Designs, and with so much of Chloe’s family involved, it’s a fascinating dynamic that we’re able to explore in this week’s episode of It Runs …

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Finding Power in Purpose with Humanness’ Co-Founders, Quinn Stainfield-Bruce and Duncan Bruce #92 1:06:37

6M ago1:06:37

1:06:37

There is no traditional dynamic between the Co-Founders of Humanness, but the way the father-son duo thrive together is an extraordinary story. With a strive for purpose and contentment at their core, Quinn Stainfield-Bruce and his father, Duncan Bruce, have a unique outlook on the family business world brimming with mantras that’ll change your per…

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Improving on Perfection Between Every Generation with Sustainit Solutions’ CEO, Pip Stockford #91 55:00

7M ago55:00

55:00

Sustainit Solutions exists thanks to the forward-thinking nature of its Founder - no wonder its 2nd gen CEO is just as cognizant of the family firm’s future… Pip Stockford is this week’s special guest, and as one of the first families to spot the need for sustainability in business, we learn what makes them tick! Join us on ‘It Runs In The Family’ …

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The Complicated Art of Succession Planning with Frettens Solicitors’ Matthew Fretten #90 1:07:10

7M ago1:07:10

1:07:10

Nothing can test a family bond quite like being in business together, a gauntlet run by the two generations who’ve helmed Frettens Solicitors. Matthew Fretten is a Managing Partner whose path saw him join his father’s firm (the manner of which is a point of contention between the pair…), and the business’ journey has been far from simply smooth sai…

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Love in Every Bottle: The Care in Crafting a Family Firm with G&I Spirits Group’s Simon & Gina Duke #89 56:21

8M ago56:21

56:21

If you could bottle up the ingredients to entrepreneurship, it’d be best sold in the loving, careful hands of Simon & Gina Duke… The mentality passed down through the Duke family is so key to the success of G&I Spirit Group, a multinational family firm where they still commit to having ‘a little love in every bottle’. Simon & Gina’s journey is utte…

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The Family Toy Firm Playing the Long Game with Casdon’s MD, Phil Cassidy #88 41:25

8M ago41:25

41:25

Dyson, DeLonghi, Kenwood - while the adults play with the real thing, Casdon’s decades-long mission has been inspiring joy through iconic toys. Role-play is such an inspiring part of kids’ childhoods, and at the head of the business bringing these visions to life is 3rd gen Managing Director, Phil Cassidy. Phil joins us on It Runs In The Family for…

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How to Build a Brand to Stand the Test of Time with Wagstaff Watches’ Peter Foster #87 51:16

9M ago51:16

51:16

Wagstaff Watches’ Founder was many things; a countryman, farmer, and to the custodians over 100 years later, a passionate and inspiring watchmaker. Albert Wagstaff’s legacy is one which remains in safe hands, thanks to his grandson and great-grandsons, and it’s a joy to share a glimpse into this fascinating dynamic as we’re joined this week by Pete…

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World-Renowned Wine from Second-Gen Siblings: The Story Behind Ridgeview Wine Estate with Simon & Tamara Roberts #86 53:06

9M ago53:06

53:06

When you take charge of your parents’ business, validation comes in many forms - few are quite as strong as winning ‘International Winemaker of the Year’, the first English wine to do so… Despite the heartfelt challenges of the mid-2010s, Ridgeview Wine Estate’s Simon & Tamara Roberts took the helm of a product that’s been served to royalty… litera…

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QUICK FIVE with Kimberley Furness - celebrating regional and rural women and their businesses 27:14

10M ago27:14

27:14

This is a non-hostile takeover - while you're regular podcast hosts are away, Nikki is coming out to play... well, maybe not play, but to host a mini-series called the QUICK FIVE - as part of this series Nikki will ask her guests 5 quick questions about business and life. 😎 In this episode Nikki chats with Kimberley Furness, the award winning Edito…

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The Powerful Pivot Behind the UK’s First Female-Led BCorp Caterers with Ali and Emily Warburton, Co-Founders of Pow Foods #85 48:28

10M ago48:28

48:28

2020 put the events space in jeopardy; One pivot, and Pow Food found its feet in style. Ali & Emily Warburton’s business story starts with a mission to revolutionise workplace food, and has evolved into a home range that embodies the duo’s relentless progression! Join Ali & Emily on It Runs In The Family as the mother-daughter pair shares how their…

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QUICK FIVE with Nadine Brown - we chat business, sustainability, floristry and flowers 22:07

10M ago22:07

22:07

This is a non-hostile takeover - while you're regular podcast hosts are away, Nikki is coming out to play... well, maybe not play, but to host a random little mini-series called the QUICK FIVE - as part of this series Nikki will ask her guests 5 fast questions about business and life. 😎 In this episode Nikki chats with Nadine Brown, founder of the …

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Not "Just a Farmer" - meet Leila McDougall the farmer turned film maker tackling on-farm mental health through both storytelling and film 1:09:00

10M ago1:09:00

1:09:00

Having grown up on a farm Leila McDougall finished school, and headed straight to the big city lights of Sydney to study fashion design. Home on the farm was never far from her thoughts though with fashion being a pathway brought about from years on the sheep farm and a want to use the Australian Wool she was so familiar with. The Big Smoke charm w…

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From Family Recipe to Household Name: The Fascinating Story Behind Banhoek Chilli Oil with Co-Founders, Ken Kinsey-Quick and Adi Meintjes #84 40:07

10M ago40:07

40:07

Around 70% of businesses start off at home, and from humble beginnings in Adi Meintjes’ kitchen, the deliciously captivating Banhoek Chilli Oil was born. He and his brother-in-law, Ken Kinsey-Quick, have global aspirations for a brand that’s survived early pandemic setbacks in bringing a family recipe to life! The duo join us on It Runs In The Fami…

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Living Our Values - Sustainable floristry and supporting locally grown flowers with Ellen Douglas from Botany Melbourne 1:00:16

10M ago1:00:16

1:00:16

Having recently collaborated with Grown Not Flown and collected a Bronze Medal at the 2024 Melbourne Flower and Garden Show with a sustainable exhibit that ended with only 1 small piece of plastic from some chicken wire being the only thing to go into waste; we sit down to chat with Ellen Douglas, the tour de force behind Botany Melbourne. Ellen is…

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Award winning honey and Australian grown Juniper - Meet Lucy from Australian High Country Honey 59:04

11M ago59:04

59:04

In this weeks episode we chat with Lucy Vincent who along with partner Bruce, runs Australian High Country Honey. Lucy's family farm was purchased in 1976 & has been subject to sustainable farming practices in order to improve the landscape health & biodiversity, farm profitability & the ability to cope with natural adversity of drought, fire & flo…

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Uncovered: The Family DNA From Our 3 Quickfire Questions #83 31:07

11M ago31:07

31:07

Every episode of our podcast has posed the same three questions, hoping to track trends across businesses - after 82 episodes, it’s about time we took a look back… In a very special episode of It Runs In The Family, join us for a journey through some of our favourite answers from the likes of Cook, Thatcher’s and Cornishware among many others, with…

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"Meat" Jacob Wolki - Regenerative Farmer and Unstaffed 24/7 Butcher Shop Owner. 1:08:23

11M ago1:08:23

1:08:23

Jacob Wolki and his namesake Wolki Farm describes itself as the connector between the conscientious consumer and quality produce. Its safe to say that Jacob and his family have been on quite the journey over the last decades, brought about initially by Jacob's health and taking over the counter medications focussed on treating symptoms as opposed t…

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Permaculture with Hannah Maloney from Gardening Australia 48:31

11M ago48:31

48:31

Hannah Maloney has perhaps the most enviable job in the world - and she knows it - as a presenter on Gardening Australia which she calls a "dream gig". Hannah's journey to the small screen however started in, inner city Brisbane where her parents had a small herb nursery. Leaving this behind at 18, Hannah travelled the country (and world) ending up…

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Putting a Future Focus on Property Development with Co-Founders of Q New Homes, Michael & Damien Wynne #82 59:10

11M ago59:10

59:10

In an industry that builds for the present, it takes the care of kinship to build for the future - such is the strategy for Michael and Damien Wynne. These brothers have always been destined to work together, and as Co-Founders of property development company Q New Homes, they’re not afraid to pass up on profit for the benefit of the planet. Learn …

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Creating Trust in Premium Properties for 25 Years with Tailor Made Estate Agency’s Robert and Adrian Dunford #81 1:10:25

12M ago1:10:25

1:10:25

Despite the world of estate agency evolving dramatically the Tailor Made approach remains true 25 years on from its inception. Now led primarily by 2nd generation siblings Robert and Adrian, it’s a business bleeding true family values throughout as they build trust selling on some of the most coveted land in the country - Sandbanks. Join the duo fo…

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The Adventurous Hearts Behind Valley and Peak with Sales and Marketing Director, Jim De’Ath #80 56:57

12M ago56:57

56:57

Jim De’Ath grew up with the great outdoors central to his childhood. Now it’s at the heart of his entire family and its business: Valley and Peak. Becoming the 2nd generation to work within the business, Jim’s sights are set on carrying a torch that’ll last for many generations to come… The way that the family has influenced the business is just as…

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"I'll never forget that - I cried then too"- Business Lessons with Katie Arena from Little Lyndoch Flower Farm and The Queens Quarters 1:01:08

1y ago1:01:08

1:01:08

There are lots of pretty instagram accounts - but one that stands out more than most is Little Lyndoch Flower Farm. But it didn't start instantly with pretty flowers and a landscaped flower farm. In this week's episode we are lucky to speak with Katie Arena who runs Little Lyndoch Flower Farm and The Queens Quarters with her partner Rob. Katie take…

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What We LOVE About Family Businesses with Liz & Leila Willingham #79 45:37

1y ago45:37

45:37

From our family business to yours: Happy Valentine’s Day! What better day for us to celebrate all that we love about the people behind the show’s family business guests, and beyond. This week, the Willingham family takes centre stage as we look back on our unbelievable roster of guests, and share our adoration for the traits that they’ve exhibited …

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Supplying one of the 50 best restaurants in the world - Meet Jodi Clarke from Great Ocean Ducks 47:08

1y ago47:08

47:08

It's not often we get to chat with someone whose website banner includes the words "where to find G.O.D" but here we are. Jodi Clarke and husband Greg run Great Ocean Ducks (G.O.D) from their property situated near one of the most famous driving roads in the world - Victoria's great Ocean Road. They began in 2009 with 30 ducklings and no idea about…

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Garbage Eating Flies and Australian Grown Coffee - Meet Dr Olivia Reynolds - AgriFutures Australia Emerging Industries Senior Manager 53:28

1y ago53:28

53:28

AgriFutures Australia is essentially a Research and Development organisation whose intent is assisting and serving the needs of Australia's rural communities. Their aim is to do this by delivering research and innovation that aims to give Australian farmers and producers real returns, as well as preparing them to thrive into the future. But what in…

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The Family Fire Behind a Luxury Lighting Brand 4 Decades Strong with Pagazzi’s Laura and Rebecca Pagan #78 1:05:02

1y ago1:05:02

1:05:02

Since its inception in 1980, the humble Glaswegian beginnings of Pagazzi Lighting have bloomed into a leading lighting retailer, with the delightful Pagan family at the helm. Founded by Alan and Laura Pagan, they’re now joined in the business by daughter Rebecca - it’s the mother-daughter duo joining us on the podcast this week to share the charmin…

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PART 2...Continued with Georgie Newbery of Common Farm Flowers - Flower Farmer. Florist. Business Coach and Youtube Sensation 1:02:49

1y ago1:02:49

1:02:49

If you think of a successful multi faceted flower farm business; it's hard to look past the passionate and vivacious Georgie Newbery. Having what she describes as a "portfolio life" Georgie has lived in Paris, previously working for American Vogue under the tutelage of the late Susan Train and Andre Talley before working for John Galliano. Departin…

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PART 1 - Meet Georgie Newbery of Common Farm Flowers - Flower Farmer. Florist. Business Coach and Youtube Sensation 52:08

1y ago52:08

52:08

If you think of a successful multi faceted flower farm business; it's hard to look past the passionate and vivacious Georgie Newbery. Having what she describes as a "portfolio life" Georgie has lived in Paris, previously working for American Vogue under the tutelage of the late Susan Train and Andre Talley before working for John Galliano. Departin…

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The Family-First Mentality Steering U-Drive’s Success with Mark & Lauren Hamblin #77 55:54

1y ago55:54

55:54

When Mark Hamblin’s parents rented a single van out throughout the weekdays, little did they know they were laying the simple groundwork for a thriving vehicle hire business. U-Drive’s fleet might be strong, with over four thousand vehicles, but it’s the strength and convictions of the Hamblin family members within the business that one simply can’…

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Are you Gin curious?... Meet Josh from Garden Street Gin Club - Williamstown - VIC, Australia 52:58

1y ago52:58

52:58

In 2010 there were 10 domestic gins on the market in Australia. Fast forward to today and there are now over 500 independent gin distilleries with Australia having seen an exponential rise in local gin makers. Gin is known as a refreshing spirit which lends itself well to warm climates, so it's somewhat natural that it would appeal to Australian co…

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‘The Holidaymaker’s Dating Agency’: Sharing the Pride of Pembrokeshire with Coastal Cottages’ Matthew & Sophie Evans #76 52:26

1y ago52:26

52:26

Pembrokeshire is a stunning stretch of Welsh coastline whose beauty should sell itself, but it’s Coastal Cottages’ community-building that builds the experience around it. Join us on It Runs In The Family to hear how Matthew and Sophie Evans channel their complementary talents in building a charming holiday cottage agency, all whilst founding one o…

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Meet Sonia and Stuart - Award winning Lavender and Bush Food producers from Chin Chin Farm - Chintin - VIC, Aus 1:12:55

1y ago1:12:55

1:12:55

Sonia and Stu are the husband and wife behind Chin Chin Farm in Chintin, VIC. The award winning farm is a regeneration success story with Sonia and Stu originally realising that they had bought a "capeweed farm". Over the last few years Sonia and Stu have begun a program of improving soil health, making decisions that are best for the land and what…

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Taking the Reins of a World-Beating Popcorn Brand with Joe and Seph's Co-Founder & CEO, Adam Sopher #75 46:02

1y ago46:02

46:02

The story behind Joe & Seph’s Gourmet Popcorn begins with a penchant for holiday gifts from the USA, and its latest chapter sees an iconic brand sharing natural flavours like no other. Among 4 family Co-Founders is Adam Sopher, whose role now as CEO sees him reside over a business proud to have secured investment and seen its products in Selfridges…

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Meet Mirza from Nice Rice - Riverina, NSW, Aus 1:05:48

1y ago1:05:48

1:05:48

Developed by a group of local, visionary growers, Nice Rice has evolved to become a leading grower, miller and seller of rice in Australia. With a rich family history in the heartland of Australian rice growing, the New South Wales Riverina region, Nice Rice are led by some of the best growers and operators in the country. Their overarching mission…

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Designing Space-Grade Feline Furniture with Catipilla’s Andy Sutton #74 45:06

1y ago45:06

45:06

Catipilla just celebrated their 6th birthday, and the business’ adorable inception draws upon NASA experience and an unbeatable father-son combination. Designing furniture fit for our feline family is a job purrfectly suited to this week’s special guest, Andy Sutton, who takes us through the humble beginnings of every cat’s favourite furniture bran…

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Meet Tom from sustainable florist Florage Tasmania and the Tasmanian Hamper Co - Launceston, TAS 1:03:53

1y ago1:03:53

1:03:53

Andre and Tom escaped corporate life in Hong Kong and took ownership of Florage Launceston in early 2022. Which just so happened to come along with a thriving hamper company - The Tasmanian Hamper Co. Covid, lockdowns, separation from family and friends, disruptions to work and life pushed them to fast track their ‘it will happen one-day’ plan, and…

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The Family Behind a 5 Year Old’s Dream Come True with New Forest Ice Cream’s Niki Jenman & Christina Veal #73 42:22

1+ y ago42:22

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A 5 year old Christina Veal wanted ice cream, a simple request that set the wheels in motion on a 40 year legacy in the form of New Forest Ice Cream. Christina and her sister, Niki Jenman, now head up the business whose charm is tangible in every tasty scoop. These siblings have such undeniable chemistry, and it’s a joy that they shared it with us …

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The Familial Love and Care Behind Alitex’s Stellar Success with Tom and Nelly Hall #72 1:15:05

1+ y ago1:15:05

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Greenhouses may not be an essential product, but that makes the charm and connection of family values a non-negotiable for the marvellous Alitex. With celebrity clients from Sheeran to Sting and an indomitable presence at Chelsea Flower Show, it’s no wonder that Tom and Nelly Hall have such pride in their brand. We join the duo on location this wee…

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