The Dalkon Shield IUD was introduced in the 1970s with the promise of revolutionising contraception, but its story serves as a sobering reminder of what can happen when innovation outpaces responsibility. Designed by Dr. Hugh Davis and marketed by A.H. Robbins, the device’s peculiar shape, resembling a beetle might have seemed like a stroke of medical ingenuity, but the reality was far from reassuring.This tragic chapter in medical history teaches us some hard lessons. First, the absolute nec...
We take a closer look at the ever-changing world of online dating, exploring its highs, lows, and everything in between. Together, we unravel the story of Bumble, the app that put women in control by making them initiate conversations. At the core of Bumble’s creation is Whitney Wolfe Herd’s powerful story - her experience with sexual harassment at Tinder motivated her to build a platform focused on empowerment and safer interactions.With a valuation nearing $270 million in 2024 and nearly 60...
We explore the fascinating story behind Ben & Jerry's, diving into how two friends with dreams of pottery and medicine unexpectedly became ice cream legends. Ben Cohen and Jerry Greenfield originally planned to open a bagel shop, but a $5 ice cream-making course set them on a new path. In 1978, they opened their first shop, experimenting with a variety of foods before narrowing their focus to ice cream by 1979.Ben's anosmia (the inability to smell) shaped the brand's signature style of in...
We delve into the chilling story of Harvest Time Bakery in Leicester, where a tragic and preventable accident shook the industry in 1998. When a 75-foot tunnel oven malfunctioned, the bakery’s owners prioritised avoiding downtime over proper safety protocols, with devastating consequences.This harrowing incident underscores the critical importance of health and safety regulations in the workplace. We examine how negligence led to significant fines for the company and its directors, sparking c...
We take a deep dive into the remarkable life of Colonel Sanders, exploring how he transformed from a farmhand with humble beginnings to the face of one of the world’s most recognisable brands, Kentucky Fried Chicken. Together, we unpack his journey through challenges like dropping out of school, tackling gruelling jobs, and facing rejection a staggering 1009 times before his iconic chicken recipe was accepted. From dramatic shootouts to devastating fires, Sanders’ story is one of resilience, ...
In our first episode, we’re pulling back the curtain on who we are, how we met, and why we’ve finally decided to turn our chats into a podcast!This podcast is about more than just business – it’s about the real stories behind it. We’ll dive into the uncomfortable truths, celebrate the wins, and everything in between. Whether it’s a lesson we’ve learned the hard way, an industry insight, or just a funny anecdote from the week, we promise to keep it authentic, relatable, and always entertaining...