Risking it All

Join us in this engaging episode as we sit down with Michael Savage, the founder and director of Channel Finance Group and a FIFA-registered football agent. Michael shares his incredible journey from a passion for numbers and finance to becoming a key player in the football industry. We delve into his story, discussing his career, how he transitioned into being a football agent, and the challenges...

In this episode of the Risking It All Podcast, hosts Barry Jolly and Andy McDade are joined by John McShane, the visionary behind Leisure Connect. John opens up about his life's journey, including: His beginnings as a professional footballer and the turning point after being released from the pros. Transitioning into sales roles at Carphone Warehouse, Yell, and the telecommunications sector. T...

In this episode, we sit down with Conrad Campbell, the dynamic founder of Rivon, to explore his incredible journey from army signaller to successful entrepreneur. Conrad shares how he transformed his life from the tough streets of Scotland to owning multiple businesses, including tanning salons, a bed shop, and an ecommerce store. Now, with his businesses running on autopilot, Conrad focuses on he...

🎙️ Welcome to the "Risking It All" podcast! In this episode, we sit down with Paul Costello, the owner and founder of Upload Abode, one of Scotland's leading estate agencies. Paul shares his inspiring journey from working in call centres to finding his passion for sales, moving to Spain, starting a horse racing tipping business, and eventually building a successful estate agency. 🌟...

Join Jamie Taylor as he shares his inspiring journey from the streets to building a successful business empire. This motivational podcast will teach you about having a growth mindset and achieving your business goals. After starting out on the streets and being heavily involved in street fighting and drinking in his youth, Jamie managed to turn his life around after being stabbed during a fight. A...

Join us in Episode 20 as we sit down with Javier Peralta, the dynamic founder of Going4Profit. From his humble beginnings in Valencia to his impactful career in Glasgow, Javier shares the transformative lessons learned under his father's guidance and his determined path through the world of economics, entrepreneurship and business. Discover how Javier's passion for empowering business owne...

This week on the Risking it All Podcast, Gary McEllen of G33 Media - https://g33media.co.uk/ takes us through his inspiring journey from academic uncertainty to becoming a master of the camera. Gary discusses what it took to leave the traditional path and pursue his burning passion for film and videography. Hear about the highs and lows of entrepreneurship, strategies for budding creators, and how...

In this episode of the "Risking It All" podcast, we dive into the inspiring journey of Derek Longmuir, a successful entrepreneur who defied the odds to turn his passion into a thriving business. Joining hosts Andy McDade and Brian McGill, Derek shares his remarkable story of starting from humble beginnings in Viewpark, alongside his two brothers, and spending years in warehouses before t...

🚀 Join us for an incredible interview with James Fleming, co-founder of The Power Within Training! 🚀 In this week's episode, we dive deep into the life of James Fleming, a successful entrepreneur who transformed his life from humble beginnings in Newmains Wishaw to a globe-trotting corporate career in the oil and gas industry. 🌍✨ James shares his fascinating journey from working in Dubai,...

🎙️ From Window Cleaner to Podcast Pioneer: Mark Hunter’s Journey 🚀In this episode, we chat with Mark Hunter, co-founder of The Podcast Studio Glasgow. Mark shares his incredible journey from being a window cleaner to becoming one of the UK's originating and now leading podcast producers. Discover his expert tips on growing and running a successful podcast of your own! Check the podcast studio...

Welcome back to the risking it all podcast, where we uncover the stories of game-changers and industry disruptors. This week, we’re thrilled to host Ajmal Mushtaq, the visionary behind Britain’s largest takeaway and the burgeoning Boss Pizza chain. 🍕🚀 Starting off in the high-stakes world of London's management consultancy, Ajmal took a leap of faith, venturing into the food industry by taki...

🌟 Join us as Gemma Paton, founder of Paton Media , Braw by Gem and host of the hype club podcast , reveals her secrets to mastering social media for business success. 📈 In this episode, learn how Gemma leveraged social media platforms like to build a thriving brand and how you can do the same. From creating engaging content to overcoming your fear of going on camera, Gemma shares practical tips...

Explore the groundbreaking world of dental surgery with Dr. Scott Muir in this must-listen episode of "Risking It All". 🎙️ From mastering his studies to launching a pioneering dental practice, Dr. Muir's story is a masterclass in turning academic excellence into entrepreneurial achievement. 🚀 Learn how his early adoption of specialised dental techniques helped him build and eventual...

🎧 Dive into episode 12 of the risking it all podcast for an inspiring session with Paul Tallet, the entrepreneur behind a successful workwear and PPE empire - https://www.wwppe.co.uk/ . In this episode, Paul opens up about his multifaceted life, sharing valuable lessons on self-worth, hard work, and the path to business growth 📈. Learn how to recognise and harness your value in the competitive b...

Welcome to a refreshing episode where we explore Steven McGuire's incredible journey from a career in contact centers to spearheading his family's fruit and veg shop into a booming business - https://www.freshfruitandvegshop.com/ Learn how Steven's innovative approach to offering weekly fresh fruit to corporate clients not only filled a market gap but also significantly grew his family...

🚀 Dive into the extraordinary life of Stephen Tennent, co-owner of Strength in Movement , in an episode that charts his journey from elite athlete to visionary entrepreneur. 🏐⚽️ 💼 Stephen's story is not just about athletic prowess or business acumen; it's a deeply human tale of resilience, adaptation, and growth against all odds. From scoring goals on the football field to serving aces...

Grab a seat and join the chat as James Gilmour of Bothwell Blinds & Interiors takes us through his epic journey from army boots to thriving blinds business. In this episode, James spills the beans on what it's really like to run a business all by yourself - the good, the bad, and everything in between. It’s all about laughs, real talk, and the kind of stories you’d share with friends over...

🚀 Dive into the world of entrepreneurship with Episode 8 of "Risking It All," featuring the kitchen wrap maestro himself, Alex! As the genius behind 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿 Kitchen Wraps Glasgow, Alex takes us on a thrilling journey from his early career paths to mastering the art of kitchen wrapping. 🍳✨ 🔑 Key Highlights: Alex's Wrap Odyssey: From first kitchen to full-time passion. How a hobby...

🚍 Join us on a captivating journey with Ross Bryan from Bryans Coaches, as we explore the twists, turns, and triumphs of running a family-operated coach business. In this episode of Risking it All, Ross opens up about the challenges and rewards of keeping a family legacy on the road, complemented by a series of amusing and enlightening stories that are sure to keep you hooked from start to finish...

Episode 6 of "Risking It All" takes you behind the microphone with Cam Hunter, our go-to guy behind the camera at The Podcast Studio Glasgow. Cam steps out of his usual role to join us as a guest, sharing the his and his dad Mark's journey through podcasting and their successful studio where we film the risking it all podcast. Cam delves into the creation of their podcasting venture,...

Join us on this compelling episode of the "Risking It All" podcast as we sit down with entrepreneur Chris Stewart, who takes us through his inspiring journey of launching multiple ventures, including Weanz World. Discover the sacrifices and determination required to build a business from the ground up, and the resilience needed to face failure head-on. Chris shares invaluable insights in...

Episode 4 of "Risking It All," is now live! Zish's story is a great example of having the resilience to overcome your challenges and find the right industry in order to build a successful career. In an hour-long episode Zish reflects on his early years in Bury and the numerous jobs and businesses he had before finally stumbling across the Eco Scheme. As well as having too overcome so...

Welcome to Episode 3 of "Risking It All," where we delve into the remarkable story of Scott Smith, co-founder of iSafe Gas. In an hour-long episode filled with laughter, Scott shares his journey of transitioning from uncertainty to success. Despite drifting through various jobs and facing redundancy from British Gas, Scott's resilience and a chance conversation with his now business...

Welcome to the second episode of the "Risking It All" podcast. In this episode, we are thrilled to have our first guest, Shaun Gallacher, the co owner of Strength in Movement . Join us as we explore Shaun's fascinating transition from a youth footballer to a leader in the health and fitness industry. Learn how his experiences in a mainstream gym laid the foundation for his entreprene...

🌟 Welcome to the very first episode of the 'Risking It All Podcast' 🚀 👔 Meet our hosts: * Barry Jolly, co founder and owner of Jolly Media Marketing. * Brian McGill, co owner of Jolly Media Marketing * Andy McDade, owner of McDade's Coaches. In this episode, each host dives deep into their personal and professional journeys, sharing the highs and lows of building a business from the...