A Little Bit Radical: Business | People | Planet

What if waste was a design flaw, not an inevitability? In this episode, Tom Szaky , CEO of TerraCycle and Loop , explains how he is working to eliminate the idea of waste entirely. He is not just tinkering at the edges. He is rebuilding systems from the ground up while partnering with some of the biggest brands on the planet. Tom takes us through his journey from a university dropout selling worm...

How do you stay radical while leading 150 million followers and a multimillion-pound business? We speak to Melissa Chapman, CEO of social media powerhouse Jungle Creations, about rebellion, reinvention, and what real success looks like. From being banned from school trips to becoming CEO before 30, Melissa shares how growing up in a loud, unconventional household shaped her bold and humorous leade...

In this conversation, film producer Peter Samuelson shares his journey from a young boy with limited expectations to a successful film producer and philanthropist. He discusses the importance of mentorship, the role of helping others in finding happiness, and the lessons learned from risk and failure. Peter emphasizes that true happiness often comes from contributing to the well-being of others an...

What does it take to communicate climate action with honesty, without falling into the greenwash trap? Helen Neal, Co-Founder of HN Communications, joins A Little Bit Radical to share her journey from corporate burnout to founding a values-driven sustainability communications agency. In this candid conversation with Rob Fawkes , Helen reveals how becoming a parent pushed her out of a job she thoug...

What do running away to a Swedish circus at age 10 and tackling one of the food industry’s biggest hidden problems have in common? Dini McGrath , Co-Founder of The Wonki Collective , joins A Little Bit Radical to tell her extraordinary story. From wild childhood adventures to founding a business determined to eradicate supply chain food waste, Dini’s journey is anything but ordinary. Host Rob Fawk...

What do Hulk Hogan, Swampy the eco-warrior, and crushing rocks in Canada have in common? They’re all part of the wonderfully radical story of Ben Wynn , founder of GLAD Climate Club , and our guest on this episode of A Little Bit Radical . Ben tells host Rob Fawkes how he went from nearly impaling a famous protester on a sledgehammer stake (true story) to building a scalable climate movement that...

What if every job was part-time and flexible by default? Sounds radical, right? Well, that’s exactly what Nyree Ambarchian , Co-Founder of Jack & Grace , is making a reality. In this episode of A Little Bit Radical , host Rob Fawkes speaks with Nyree , who left a rigid, outdated workplace behind to build an agency that prioritises people, planet, and profit —in that order. From salary transpar...

How do we protect ourselves in a world where cyber threats are not just possible, but inevitable? In this episode of A Little Bit Radical , host Rob Fawkes speaks with Steve Durbin , CEO of the Information Security Forum (ISF) , a global, not-for-profit organisation helping businesses manage cybersecurity risks. Steve shares his unconventional leadership journey , from growing up in Kenya and deve...

In this episode of A Little Bit Radical , host Rob Fawkes speaks with Will Ascott , Co-Founder of Free Movement Skateboarding , a grassroots organisation using skateboarding as a tool to empower young people from diverse and disadvantaged backgrounds in Athens. Will shares his journey from a childhood love of skateboarding to founding Free Movement, which has since provided thousands of young peop...

What does playing in a punk band and leading a digital agency have in common? Quite a lot, it turns out. In this episode of A Little Bit Radical , host Rob Fawkes sits down with Sepas Seraj , Founder of Pixeled Eggs , a purpose-driven digital agency working with organisations like the Earthshot Prize, World Cancer Research Fund , and the Royal Foundation for the Prince and Princess of Wales . Sepa...

 *Use code RADICAL10 for 10% off a standard ticket for Aspire Leadership's public courses.* In this episode of A Little Bit Radical, host Rob Fawkes speaks with Pradeep Jeyaratnam-Joyner, Head of Company Development at Aspire Leadership, a B Corp consultancy focused on leadership, communication, and workplace culture. Pradeep shares his journey from growing up in Stoke to training as an actor,...

In this episode of A Little Bit Radical , host Rob Fawkes talks with Matt Herbert, co-founder and co-CEO of Tracksuit, the brand tracking platform revolutionising how brands measure their impact. Matt shares his journey from an outdoorsy upbringing in New Zealand to co-founding a global tech company. They discuss the challenges of scaling a startup, enabling creativity through data, and making con...

In this episode, host Rob Fawkes speaks with George Gabriel, co-founder of The Dad Shift , a campaign advocating for fairer paternity and secondary caregiver leave in the UK. George shares his personal story, from growing up with a feminist activist mother to leading campaigns for refugees and working in the tech sector at Meta. They discuss the urgent need for change in the UK’s parental leave po...

In this episode of A Little Bit Radical , host Rob Fawkes speaks with Halima Begum, CEO of Oxfam GB, about her journey from grassroots activism to leading one of the world’s most impactful humanitarian organisations. Halima shares her vision for Oxfam’s future, her personal story of resilience and leadership, and her thoughts on the systemic changes needed to address inequality and injustice world...

In this episode of A Little Bit Radical , Rob speaks with Clare Jones, CEO of Polarsteps, a popular travel app that allows users to plan, track, and relive their travel experiences. Clare, a former Chief Commercial Officer of What3Words, shares her journey from a childhood influenced by activism to becoming the leader of a travel-focused tech company. They discuss Polarsteps’ mission to encourage...

In this episode of A Little Bit Radical , Rob is joined by Jambu Palaniappan, the CEO of Checkatrade, to discuss the evolution of the platform, the future of the UK tech sector, and his journey from Silicon Valley to leading a British startup. Jambu shares insights into the challenges and opportunities within the home improvement industry, his leadership philosophy, and how he balances ambition wi...

In this episode of A Little Bit Radical , host Rob Fawkes talks with Bruce Taylor, the Founder and President of Enviro Stewards, an engineering consultancy focused on sustainable development. Bruce shares his journey from a traditional engineering career to founding a company that not only improves business efficiency but also significantly contributes to global sustainability efforts. The convers...

Sophie Lee, founder of Electric Peach, shares her journey of becoming a radical entrepreneur and the importance of questioning the status quo. She discusses her rebellious nature from a young age and how it has evolved into a more considered approach to making a social and environmental impact through her work. Sophie also opens up about her personal struggles with addiction and how it has shaped...

Andy Shovel, co-founder of a plant-based sensation, THIS, discusses his journey to entrepreneurship and his radical approach to animal advocacy. He shares how his early life experiences and relationship with his parents shaped his independent thinking and led him to become a serial entrepreneur. Andy also highlights his privilege and how important it is for more entrepreneurs and business owners t...

Hannah Keartland, an outsourced Chief Impact Officer, discusses the importance of flexibility and adaptation in achieving impact goals. Hannah also highlights the role of inclusive culture in driving sustainability and innovation. She shares her journey from the finance sector to impact-focused work and the importance of financial sustainability in the charity sector. Hannah provides insights into...

Celia Gaze, founder of The Wellbeing Farm, shares her journey of creating a unique and sustainable hospitality venue. She discusses the challenges of the hospitality industry, her background in the NHS, and the impact of stress and burnout. Celia explains how she transformed a rundown farm into The Wellbeing Farm and the importance of the B Corp movement in the industry. The Wellbeing Farm offers...

In this conversation, James, the Director of Growth and Product at B Lab UK, discusses the B Corp movement and its impact on businesses. He explains that B Corps are companies committed to using business as a force for good, prioritising social and environmental performance alongside profits. James shares his personal journey towards becoming more radical and the importance of engaging with others...

Matt Semmelhack, founder of Boox, is on a mission to reinvent our relationship with cardboard shipping boxes. Boox is a reusable box and shipping system designed to make reuse fun and cool. The conversation explores Matt's background, the urgency around climate change, and the need for systemic change in waste and packaging. They discuss the challenges of reducing waste in the e-commerce indus...

In this episode, we are joined by Daniele Fiandaca, founder of Token Man, an initiative aimed at creating more inclusive workplaces by engaging men in the conversation. Daniele shares insights from his own life experiences that shaped his approach to work and diversity, including his educational background and early family influences. Daniele opens up about the formative experiences of his childho...

Fiona Ras-Jones, founder of Mission Works, supports businesses with a purpose and those who want one to deliver impact through profitably solving a social or environmental challenge. In this conversation, Fiona shares her journey from being awakened to social and environmental challenges in her early life, to taking action through exploring different paths. She discusses the challenges of scaling...