The Business Men

’70% Of Your Immune System Lives In Your Gut. Look After It!’ - Dr Megan Rossi On Tuning In To Your Gut Health

Dr Megan Rossi aka The Gut Health Doctor, joins Ben this week for a fascinating deep dive into gut health, business, and building a trusted brand based on the science.  From working in the NHS to becoming one of the most influential voices in global nutrition, Megan shares how she transformed scientific research into a thriving business, spanning bestselling books, a successful clinic, and a powerful digital platform. Ben digs into the realities behind turning expertise into enterprise, the challenges of scaling a purpose-led brand, and how Megan balances credibility with commercial success. Along the way, they unpack the booming wellness industry, the myths we’re often sold about gut health, and why trust is the most valuable currency in both business and medicine. It’s an honest, insightful conversation about entrepreneurship, resilience, and the power of knowing your niche, with plenty of practical takeaways (and a few gut-friendly tips) along the way. Fill out our skincare survey here: https://tinyurl.com/3xeh4w4x Join our Patreon today at patreon.com/thebusinessmen Follow on socials @thebusinessmenpod   The Business Men is a production of Sony Music Entertainment.    Find more great podcasts from Sony Music Entertainment at sonymusic.com/podcasts and follow us at @sonypodcasts    To bring your brand to life in this podcast, email podcastadsales@sonymusic.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices [https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices]

'When you’re pushed into a corner, you HAVE to innovate' - Luke Hersheson on building a global brand

Luke Hersheson, stylist, entrepreneur, and CEO of cult British brand Hershesons, this week chats to Ben, about building a modern business in an old industry. From growing up in a legendary hairdressing family to reinventing the salon model, Luke opens up about taking creative risks, learning to lead teams, and what it really takes to scale a premium brand without losing its soul. Ben and Luke dig into the realities of entrepreneurship, decision‑making under pressure, and staying relevant in an ever‑changing market. It’s a candid conversation about legacy, innovation, and the business lessons Luke’s learned along the way – whether you’re running a company, building a brand, or just curious how creativity and commerce collide. Fill out our skincare survey here: https://tinyurl.com/3xeh4w4x Join our Patreon today at patreon.com/thebusinessmen Follow on socials @thebusinessmenpod   The Business Men is a production of Sony Music Entertainment.    Find more great podcasts from Sony Music Entertainment at sonymusic.com/podcasts and follow us at @sonypodcasts    To bring your brand to life in this podcast, email podcastadsales@sonymusic.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices [https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices]

James Welsh on Korean skincare, breaking myths and why 'Natural Isn't Always Better’

Skincare influencer James Welsh gives Ben and Joel his insights and advice on the skincare industry, Korean beauty trends, the problems facing the men's grooming market in particular, tips for building a routine and debunks popular myths around skincare. Plus, he gives expert opinion on For Skin and how they can successfully launch their brand. Fill out our skincare survey here: https://tinyurl.com/3xeh4w4x Join our Patreon today at patreon.com/thebusinessmen Follow on socials @thebusinessmenpod   The Business Men is a production of Sony Music Entertainment.    Find more great podcasts from Sony Music Entertainment at sonymusic.com/podcasts and follow us at @sonypodcasts    To bring your brand to life in this podcast, email podcastadsales@sonymusic.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices [https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices]

We Opened Fallow… Then COVID Shut Us Down 3 Days Later

London chefs Jack Croft and Will Murray, founders of Fallow share how their fine-dining backgrounds at Dinner by Heston shaped their nose-to-tail, low-waste, sustainability-led approach, and how they launched via pop-ups before being hit by COVID lockdown days after opening. They explain pivoting to takeaway to survive, negotiating a strong lease post-lockdown, and evolving Fallow into a central London “neighbourhood restaurant” focused on atmosphere, service, and team culture. They discuss scaling to large teams across multiple sites, using social media and YouTube POV kitchen content to drive bookings, and offer advice on learning every part of the business before delegating and focusing on product quality over chasing followers. PLUS Joel and Ben reveal their community-chosen skincare brand logo for For Skin. Fill out our skincare survey here: https://tinyurl.com/3xeh4w4x Join our Patreon today at patreon.com/thebusinessmen Follow on socials @thebusinessmenpod   The Business Men is a production of Sony Music Entertainment.    Find more great podcasts from Sony Music Entertainment at sonymusic.com/podcasts and follow us at @sonypodcasts    To bring your brand to life in this podcast, email podcastadsales@sonymusic.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices [https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices]

YOU Get To Choose Our Brands Future!

Brand designer Ella Williams‑Brown is back to reveal the final two logos for For Skin that YOU get to vote on. One of which will become the face of the brand, and there’s no room for compromise. Ella walks Ben and Joel through her final concepts after weeks of feedback, debate, and refinement. The boys break down what they love, what they’re unsure about, and where their instincts clash… before handing over the ultimate power to you. Which logo should represent 'For Skin'? Join and have your say, because whichever one wins becomes the final logo. TO VOTE.... join our Patreon here: https://tinyurl.com/mr3t5a5v Fill out our skincare survey here: https://tinyurl.com/3xeh4w4x Join our Patreon today at patreon.com/thebusinessmen Follow on socials @thebusinessmenpod   The Business Men is a production of Sony Music Entertainment.    Find more great podcasts from Sony Music Entertainment at sonymusic.com/podcasts and follow us at @sonypodcasts    To bring your brand to life in this podcast, email podcastadsales@sonymusic.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices [https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices]