It’s the chaos, the cockups, the conversations that veer massively off track, and honestly, this is where the magic happens. Think barking dogs, fake tattoos, falling off chairs (nearly), and all the bits that never meant to be part of the show… but absolutely are.

This isn’t a glossy podcast. It’s real people, real stories, and me, swearing, laughing, tripping over my words, and generally winging it.

If you like honesty, humour, and watching someone try to podcast while her dog eats the set... you’ll love this.

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From DJ dreams to launching a national startup festival, Paul Lancaster’s story is full of unexpected turns, bold moves, and pure northern charm. In this episode of B. with Anna Brand, Paul opens up about the journey behind UK Startup Week, what drives him to keep showing up, and the power of building communities, not just businesses.

We ditch the scripts, lose the questions, and follow the conversation where it wants to go. From imposter syndrome to reinvention and the real reasons behind “Lord Lancaster,” this is one of those chats that reminds you how much power there is in simply being yourself.

No fluff. No ego. Just real talk about what it takes to do the thing.

What happens when someone who doesn’t even like having their photo taken agrees to sit down and have a completely open, honest conversation? Magic.

In this episode, Lucy Batley joins me to talk about the realities of business, the myths we tell ourselves, and the unexpected turns that shape who we are. From AI to personal growth, from laughter to the moments that leave us speechless, this conversation is all about dropping the mask and seeing what happens.

Because when you create a space where people can truly be themselves, you get the kind of conversation that stays with you.