Podcasts about Made in Britain

The last decade has seen a great deal of change around the interrelationship of digital and bricks and mortar across the creative industries. Disciples of each approach are plentiful but for most, it's all about the hybrid.It's about acquiring, delighting and retaining customers in both formats. It is frankly acrobatic to keep both elements flourishing. One of the tools in this hybrid toolbox is the Pop Up. And that is what we are going to be exploring in this episode with Rachel Carvell-Spedding founder of British Knitwear Brand, Navygrey.Navygrey is as classic as its namesake. Timeless. Unrippled by trends and fads. A jumper to see you through the seasons, chapters and styles of life. Whether a blustery Norfolk beach, pacing down High St Islington or by the fire in the pub, these jumpers work. Carefully designed and carefully presented with B Corp approval this is a brand growing in stature.And in amongst it all, it has been Popping Up. In great spaces and places, connecting with their audience and telling the stories that matter most to them. I am looking forward to asking about wool, about Made In Britain, about what growth looks like at this point of the business, the ever lasting power of bricks and mortar and the secrets to popping up well. Navygrey: www.navygrey.co

This week Genevieve Sweeney stops by to chat about the easy path of starting her knitwear brand. Or rather, how wanting to start making knitwear led her on a tour of discovery of discarded and obsolete machinery, meeting contacts in run-down pubs, locating expert knitters that had been put out to pasture, her husband becoming a trojan horse to get a foot inside the factory doors and be taken seriously. Oh, and how satisfying it is to succeed!You can find Genevieve Sweeney Knitwear on the web here and on Instagram as @genevievesweeneyGarmology is researched, booked, hosted, edited, published, paid for and everything else by Nick Johannessen. There is no advertising or sponsorship, but you are welcome to support the podcast at buymeacoffee.com/garmologyNick Johannessen is also the editor of the WellDressedDad blog and WellDressedDad on Instagram. You can email Nick as Garmology (at) WellDressedDad.com.Garmology theme music by Fabian Stordalen.

This week's guest is David Courtney of Courtney & Co, arguably the last of the traditional button makers in the UK. I was keen to invite David for a chat about how he happened into what is a rather unusual business, requiring as it does both a plethora of machinery and some rather special source materials. Not to mention the skills and knowledge to make buttons actually happen! A challenge indeed, not least when customs officers get in touch to ask about the box of white stuff that's arrived from South America...You can find Courtney & Co on the web here and on Instagram as @courtneycobuttonmakersGarmology is researched, booked, hosted, edited, published, paid for and everything else by Nick Johannessen. There is no advertising or sponsorship, but you are welcome to support the podcast at buymeacoffee.com/garmologyNick Johannessen is also the editor of the WellDressedDad blog and WellDressedDad on Instagram. You can email Nick as Garmology (at) WellDressedDad.com.Garmology theme music by Fabian Stordalen. 

Today's guest is Chris Hewitt. Chris started out in 2008 wanting to make a pair of sustainable jeans. He'd been dealing in vintage for a while and had a mate that had briefly worked in the fashion industry, so how hard could it be? Harder than he'd imagined, as it turned out. Tune in for the twisty tale of trying to find fabric, spending all your money on strange samples, having some denim woven in the UK and then trying to sleuth who actually wove this denim, striking deals over a mug of tea and a biscuit, and... This is a tale of true endurance.You can find Hewitt Denim on the web here and on Instagram as @hewitt.denim.millsIf you would like to support the podcast, feel free to buy the host a coffee!Nick Johannessen is the host of Garmology, the editor of the WellDressedDad blog and WellDressedDad on Instagram. You can email Nick as Garmology (at) WellDressedDad.com.

Strap in, as this month we're chatting about a royal mission in the new Range Rover, why the new V12 Vantage is a bit confused and a rather nerdy discussion on forced induction. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

This week I have the pleasure of talking to someone I've enjoyed countless hours of seeing on tv, Patrick Grant. Known to many as one of the judges of The Great British Sewing Bee, Patrick has many more things going on, such as owning a traditional Savile Row tailor and a Lancashire garment factory. He's also working to revitalise manufacturing in the UK with Community Clothing, creating a community of makers to contribute to increasing jobs, keeping a stable production and encourage investments. Patrick talks passionately about quality and craftsmanship, sustainability and the importance of proper socks!You can follow Patrick Grant on Instagram as @patrickgrantismCheck out Community Clothing and Norton & SonsIf you would like to support the podcast, feel free to buy the host a coffee!Nick Johannessen is the host of Garmology, the editor of the WellDressedDad blog and WellDressedDad on Instagram. You can email Nick as Garmology (at) WellDressedDad.com.

The two Toms discuss the global impact of the crisis in the Ukraine and how it will affect the wood flooring industry.  Guest: Meet the BossTom Flanagan - Director Woodland Floors Ltd manufacture engineered and solid wood flooring on an order by order basis for retailers, installers and developers.Offering a huge range of products including plank, herringbone and chevron in a variety of widths, thicknesses and styles; Woodland Floors products are entirely manufactured in their production facility in the North East of England.www.woodlandfloorsltd.co.uk Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

My guests this week are Marie and Will from Old Town, micro makers of contemporary clothing with references to the past. We talk about the Blitz scene of the '80s and the twisty way Old Town started off, why they're not about nostalgia, where the inspiration comes from, how their customer base has evolved over time and the celebrity gardener who has become their biggest promoter (and the wives who want their husbands to dress like him!).You can find Old Town on the web here and on Instagram as  @oldtownengland.If you would like to support the podcast, feel free to buy the host a coffee!Nick Johannessen is the host of Garmology, the editor of the WellDressedDad blog and WellDressedDad on Instagram. You can email Nick as Garmology (at) WellDressedDad.com.

My guest today represents tradition, resilience and doing what you do well. Hillary Bacon is the marketing director of Cordings of Piccadilly, a clothing establishment that has been basically unchanged since 1839, although the world around has changed fundamentally. We talk about how Cordings started and those important first products, how society has evolved, appreciating that some things don't have to change, being able to replace your old with the same new, how Eric Clapton saw the window display and bought half the shop and keeping traditions alive.You can find Cordings of Piccadilly on the web here, and on Instagram as @cordingsofpiccadillyIf you would like to support the podcast, feel free to buy the host a coffee!Nick Johannessen is the host of Garmology, the editor of the WellDressedDad blog and WellDressedDad on Instagram. You can email Nick as Garmology (at) WellDressedDad.com.

Siobhain McDonagh, Labour MP for Mitcham and Morden, says a revival in manufacturing is the future for Britain's economy. On London's policing, she tells Bloomberg Westminster's Caroline Hepker and Yuan Potts it was sad to see Cressida Dick resign under the circumstances. Plus: Bloomberg Opinion columnist Therese Raphael on the Conservative Party and its tribes. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Tom Arms joins us to discuss an eye-opening concept: the the USA is founded on British values, cultures and systems more than any other nation, and that the special relationship isn't so much 'special' as indispensable.   Support us: https://www.patreon.com/historyhack Tips: https://ko-fi.com/historyhack Merch: https://www.historyhackpod.com/  

Kate Hills is perhaps the best-known British manufacturing champion. Over the last decade or so, she has challenged creatives to think differently about manufacturing in Britain and strategically plan for making on local soil. She has supported British manufacturers by highlighting their plight and bringing awareness to the issues faced by manufacturing businesses in the UK.Episode NotesIn this episode you'll discover:How Kate got her start in the fashion industry and what fuels her passion for British manufacturing;How the pandemic and Brexit have impacted and disrupted the garment and manufacturing industry in the UK;What is the UK is great for and who should manufacture in the UK?Why visiting factories is so important How and why clear communication with factories is so important?Why Kate calls herself the Celia Black of UK manufacturing (i.e. she is a matchmaker of sorts);Why being organized and professional can help you when it comes to the prices manufacturers quote you;Why being honest is so important in the fashion industry.....and much moreKey Takeaways:Education doesn't value the making part of fashion but more the design part.Making in the UK means you can weave in the story of your manufacturing as part of the product story.There are different pockets of manufacturing speciality within the UK but on the whole making in Britain is good for brands who want to make small volume and high quality.Resources:Register for Kate's even on 4th November 2021 here:https://makeitbritish.co.uk/british-brand-blueprint/ Website: https://makeitbritish.co.uk/IG: @makeitbritishAbout the Podcast Host:*** If you would like to book a powerful Breakthrough Power Hour and work through a challenge or strategize how to launch or grow your fashion business, book an hour with Dessy here***Dessy is the founder of Fashion Insiders & Co - an online platform supporting fashion and creative entrepreneurs who are in the process of launching and growing purpose-driven brands.Contact Method:Fashion Insiders & Coofficial website: http://fashioninsiders.co/Instagram: @fashioninsiderscoClubhouse: @fashioninsidersIf you enjoyed this episode, please leave us a *star* rating and a review on iTunes - it helps us get this podcast discovered by more listeners just like yourself. Thank you.To submit any questions or get in touch with topic suggestions, write to us at podcast@fashioninsiders.co

One of our epidode's from the very first series that is well worth a revisit is this one with Andy Ogden at English Fine Cottons. Greater Manchester was once known as cottonopolis because it was the home to the world's cotton yarn and fabric production during the industrial revolution. At the turn of the Twentieth Century, there were 9,000 people employed in the cotton industry in Ashton-under-Lyne, operating 2 million spindles. But after years of decline, the last commercial cotton spinning mill in the UK closed. Three years ago a company called Culimeta-Saveguard, who had been spinning technical fibres in Dunkenfield on the outskirts of Manchester decided to bring cotton spinning back to the UK. English Fine Cottons now supplies well-known designer brands and high street retailers with cotton yarn that is used in bedding, shirts and outerwear. I took a tour around the mill back in 2018 and chatted with Andy Ogden, General Manager of English Fine Cottons. In this interview, you'll hear all about how English Fine Cottons came about, and how they are closing one of the broken loops in the UK's fragmented textile supply chain. More about English Fine Cottons My visit to Tower Mill when it was still a building site in 2016 Discover: The sounds of some of the advanced technology English Fine Cottons use to spin their yarn 02:34 The story of how English Fine Cottons came about 04:31 The challenges they met along the way in regards to the cotton industry 08:59 How English Fine Cottons found and developed a partnership with their trusted cotton supplier 11:43 The research that went behind sourcing spinning equipment for their factory 14:24 The reason why machinery efficiency means the business can keep its labour costs lower 15:57 Why English Fine Cottons also established themselves as a brand 22:17 Why Andy believes there's been an improvement in the capability of the UK's supply chain 26:44 How much the business invested into launching and why they decided to restore the original Tower Mill 30:46 How English Fine Cottons sees there brand developing in the years to come 35:04 More Make it British Manufacturing Made Easy -  find out how we can work together to build your British-made brand Make it British website Join Make it British -  become a member of our community Make it British Brands Directory - search for brands and manufacturers that make in the UK Manufacturers Directory - search for manufacturers that are verified members of Make it British Make it British Instagram

My guest in this episode is Jack Millington, founder of Billy Tannery, a business that started with the plan of using the otherwise discarded hides of goats. We talk about the inspiration to start a new business, the reality of bringing a crazy idea to fruition, the situation for goats and how collaborations make it possible to create a viable business. You can find Billy Tannery on the web here and on Instagram as @billytannery. Nick Johannessen is the host of Garmology, the editor of the WellDressedDad blog and WellDressedDad on Instagram. You can email Nick as Garmology (at) WellDressedDad.com.

The wife and husband team of Sarah and Paul have been running SEH Kelly since 2009. Quietly designing, making and revising a stream of garments that have found appreciative owners. All made in the British isles, from British cloths, and all backed by Sarah's tailoring and Paul's prose. From their HQ, which is basically a cold shed in Shoreditch, they are a great example of doing things well and being happy staying small.You can find SEH Kelly on the web here and on Instagram here.Nick Johannessen is the host of Garmology, the editor of the WellDressedDad blog and WellDressedDad on Instagram. You can email Nick as Garmology (at) WellDressedDad.com.

Should you use Made in UK or Made in Britain? And what's the difference? A few people have asked why we chose to call the awareness campaign Made in UK Day and not Made in Britain Day. United Kingdon, Great Britain, The British Isles...it can be very confusing trying to get your head around all the different ways you can describe the countries of England, Wales, Scotland and Ireland. In this episode, I break down what each one means. You'll also get to hear which one gets significantly more internet searches than the other. Discover: A thank you to everyone that got involved with Made in UK Day [00:45] The reach of Made in UK Day campaign and the huge demand for products made in the UK [01:18] Why Made in UK Day and not Made in Britain Day? [02:36] What Great Britain covers [04:26] The area known as The United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland [05:29] The British Isles [06:04] Ireland [06:19] Online searches for ‘made in UK’ compared to ‘made in Britain’ [07:55] More Make it British Join Make it British -  become a member of our community Work with me -  find out how we can work together to build your British-made brand Make it British website Make it British Brands Directory - search for brands and manufacturers that make in the UK Manufacturers Directory - search for manufacturers that are verified members of Make it British Make it British Instagram

David Evans, otherwise known as Grey Fox, has been blogging about menswear for 10 years. Championing menswear for the older man, be it classic suits, vintage denim or outdoors tweed, David has built a wide following. We talk about the madness of social media, the problem of both liking new clothes and being pro sustainability, how old cars fit in with heritage brands and enjoy a good laugh.You can find David's blog at greyfoxblog.com and Instagram as @greyfoxblogNick Johannessen is the host of Garmology, the editor of the WellDressedDad blog and WellDressedDad on Instagram. You can email Nick as Garmology (at) WellDressedDad.com. 

2021 marks the centenary of the first mass produced petrol engine made by Atco. Costing around £20 it was lightweight and brought lawnmowing to the masses. Here, Chris Biddle chats to Austin Jarrett, md of Staffordshire based Allett Ltd who in 2011 bought all the intellectual drawings, plants, equipment and tooling for the Atco range when the factory at Stowmarket closed. Recognising that the British loves their lawns with stripes created by the cylinder or reel, his company has become the largest supplier of cylinder mowers in the UK with a range that extends from largest models at use at iconic venues such as Lords Cricket Ground and World Cup stadiums to small models for use on lawns. He says that Union Jack displayed on the products is a valued indicator of Britain's reputation for fine engineering and fine turf - with stripes.

In this episode, I talk to Sophie Miller, designer at traditional British maker Yarmouth Oilskins on the coast of Norfolk. The company will shortly be celebrating 125 years of continuous history within the business of workwear. Originally supplying fishermen with their working clothes, from sweaters to oilskins, to a wider field of clothes for workers. Three years ago the heritage brand was launched, remaking designs from the archives. We talk about the history, making in Britain and being an important local business with dedicated employees. And how the traditional workwear of the British labourer is a hit in Asia.Yarmouth Oilskins can be found on Instagram as @Yarmouth_Oilskins and on the web at https://www.yarmouthoilskins.com/Nick Johannessen is the host of Garmology, the editor of the WellDressedDad blog and WellDressedDad on Instagram. You can email Nick as WellDressedDad (at) Gmail.com.

Naomi O'Leary, Europe Correspondent with the Irish Times and host of The Irish Passport podcast, talks to Eamon. The Stand is proudly sponsored by Tesco.

Brant Richards is the Co-Founder of HebTroCo which smashed Kickstarter funding targets and grew into a Made In Britain menswear brand from the ground up.

At the moment the UK economy is dependent on immigration, both through the free movement of labour within the EU and with an immigration policy for high skilled workers; people with degree’s or equivalent, a sponsor firm and who will earn over a certain amount of money. After Brexit that will change, but what will replace it. The Government and many others are talking about the UK adopting an Australian style point-based system. But what is and would it work. Jonty Bloom has been finding out in our latest Made In Britain podcast.

Speaker – Mark Gasiorowski This lecture will begin with the historic Britain-Iran connection: ‘If you lift up Khomeini’s beard, you will find “MADE IN BRITAIN” stamped on his chin.’ After Iran’s 1978-1979 revolution, US and British officials sought a cooperative, mutually-beneficial relationship with the country’s new leaders. Contrary to what many believed, the CIA did […]

When it comes to labelling your products what is the best term to use? Made in Britain, made in the UK, or something else? In this episode I explore the different 'Made in..' labels that brands use to signify where their products are made. Find out which is best... Show notes for this podcast can be found at www.makeitbritish.co.uk/034 Our Trade Show Business Design Centre, London N1 makeitbritishlive.com Want to find out how your business can benefit from being at the show? Apply here Subscribe to this podcast – and support UK manufacturing  More Make it British Website: makeitbritish.co.uk Linkedin: linkedin.com/in/katehills Instagram: @makeitbritish Twitter: @makeitbritish Facebook: facebook.com/makeitbritish

Cotton spinning has returned to the UK! Greater Manchester was once known as cottonopolis because it was the home to the world's cotton yarn and fabric production during the industrial revolution. At the turn of the Twentieth Century there were 9,000 people employed in the cotton industry in Ashton-under-Lyne, operating 2 million spindles. But after years of decline the last commercial cotton spinning mill in the UK closed. Three years ago a company called Culimeta-Saveguard, who had been spinning technical fibres in Dunkenfield on the outskirts of Manchester decided to bring cotton spinning back to the UK. English Fine Cottons now supplies well known designer brands and high street retailers with cotton yarn that is used in bedding, shirts and outerwear. I took a tour round the mill and chatted with Andy Ogden, General Manager of English Fine Cottons. In this interview you'll hear all about how English Fine Cottons came about, and how they are closing one of the broken loops in the UK's fragmented textile supply chain. Show notes for this podcast - makeitbritish.co.uk/033 More about English Fine Cottons My visit to Tower Mill when it was still a building site in 2016   Our Trade Show Business Design Centre, London N1 makeitbritishlive.com Want to find out how your business can benefit from being at the show? Apply here Subscribe to this podcast – and support UK manufacturing    More Make it British Website: makeitbritish.co.uk Linkedin: linkedin.com/in/katehills Instagram: @makeitbritish Twitter: @makeitbritish  

Can running a social enterprise and manufacturing a world-class product go hand in hand? I talk to the inspiring Jo Ashburner-Farr, who has reinstated her family's flag making business as an ethical manufacturing business, focusing on social profit. Run as a social enterprise, Red Dragon Flagmakers take on staff regardless of their background.  They give them the skills and training required to make world-class flags, offering the opportunity of a job for life. All profits go back into the personal and professional development of the staff. Discover The history of manufacturing in the Welsh Valleys How manufacturing can help build communities and be used for social good The necessity to invest in people to maintain skills which would otherwise be lost with the ageing population Her thoughts on being a female factory boss How to run a successful factory by working collaboratively with your staff How she builds relationships with her clients Why engaging with social media is critical to promote your business The importance of having a world-class product   Shownotes: makeitbritish.co.uk/004 About Red Dragon Flagmakers Jo Ashburner-Farr's story Website: reddragonflagakers.co.uk   More Make it British Website: makeitbritish.co.uk Linkedin: linkedin.com/in/katehills Instagram: @makeitbritish Twitter: @makeitbritish Facebook: facebook.com/makeitbritish   Our Trade Show Business Design Centre, London N1 makeitbritishlive.com Want to find out how your business can benefit from being at the show? Apply here

In this final episode of the series Tez talks about what it is like being both Muslim and British at the same time. Written and performed by Tez Ilyas Produced by Carl Cooper A BBC Studios Production.

Liberty Archivist Anna Buruma speaks to Monocle. First broadcast & produced by Monocle on Design, Monocle 24's weekly design show. Available here: Monocle.com

I want you to think about fashion for a moment…fashion is one of the most disposable of all the artistic endeavours…much of what’s created isn’t designed to last more than a season…once the season is over, time to toss out all the coture and buy new stuff… But there are cycles in fashion…after a certain amount of time, old styles might come back into favour again…this, in a way, makes fashion a renewable resource… Music is also like that…trends and sounds and styles come along and then disappear…but then ten, fifteen, twenty or more years later, those trends, sounds and styles are resurrected by a brand-new generation… Sometimes the kids rediscover the joys and appeal of a certain style of music independently…or maybe they got into some older records and were inspired by that…whatever the reason, anything to keep from being bored, right?... If you were around in the early-to-mid 90s, you may remember a period when every week seemed to bring along something new and cool…a new band with a new sound and a new attitude…and this stuff was coming from all directions… North America had developed a massive appetite for all things alternative, led by grunge…in fact, grunge threatened to completely swamp rock music worldwide, including the UK… But some young musicians would have none of this musical imperialism from the colonies…they decided to fight back with a real Made-In-Britain approach… The result was fantastic…and until the whole thing collapsed under its own weight of excess and overexposure and drugs, it was an excellent party…this is part 4 of our look back of the alt-rock of the 1990s…the topic?...Britpop…

Simon was Founder of The Shackleton Design & Manufacturing Company, the menswear, lifestyle and experience brand: producing made-in-Britain products inspired by the Antarctic explorer Ernest Shackleton. Having built the Shackleton brand Simon left it under new management in September 2016. Simon was selected as a Top 100 Manufacturer 2015 by Manufacturer magazine. He is a member of the Advisory Boards of Make It British and Made In Britain, a Fellow of the RSA, and a Business Fellow of University of East Anglia. In 2013 Simon opened Britain's first banjo factory in more than 60 years, and launched The Shackleton Banjo – swiftly followed by Shackleton brand beers, clothing, footwear and accessories. The Shackleton's launch campaign on the Kickstarter platform was one of the top 2% most successful of worldwide Kickstarter projects since the platform was launched. Simon was formerly one of the UK’s best known independent brand strategy advisers, and has worked with high profile clients including: Harris Tweed Authority, British Airways, Aviva, Pret A Manger, Norfolk Broads National Park, World Vision and many more. Simon is author of three branding, marketing and personal-development books. His first book 'Build A Brand In 30 Days'​ (Capstone) is an Amazon No.1 bestseller in its category and was described as "invaluable"​ by Director magazine. His second, 'What You Need To Need To Know About Marketing'​ (Capstone) is the essential guide to marketing for non-marketers. His third book, 'Brand New You'​ (Hay House) was a Daily Mail and Mail on Sunday 'Book of The Week'​. Simon speaks internationally about branding and is frequently rated 'best speaker' at conferences. He has appeared on CNN, Bloomberg, Sky, Five and BBC (Today, Breakfast, BBC News, Newsnight) as an expert brand commentator. Ian & Simon discuss:- Brand Journeys The Four Pillars Authentic Distinctive Compelling emotional story Pursuing excellence Kickstarter campaigns Check out http://simonmiddleton.com/

The British are known for the royal family, their love of tea and what they call football.

Minter Dialogue Episode #235 -- Giles English is co-founder of the leading luxury British watchmaker, Bremont. With a mission to bring back luxury watchmaking to Britain and a desire to follow his passion, Giles and his brother Nick founded Bremont in 2002. In this chat, Giles shares with us his strategic approach, the way he has built and differentiated his brand, as well as the marvellous stories that surround the company and each watch. A true lesson in brand building. Meanwhile, please send me your questions as an audio file (or normal email) to nminterdial@gmail.com; or you can find the show notes and comment on minterdial.com. If you liked the podcast, please take a moment to go over to iTunes to rate/review the podcast. Otherwise, you can find me @mdial on Twitter. Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/minterdial)

The British Film Industry is flourishing but home-grown films often fail at the box office. What exactly makes a move British these days?

Gavin talks about his second novel, Made In Britain. "Connected by circumstance, the three sixteen-year-old narrators weave a twisted tale of love, lost youth and good old-fashioned violence spanning school, GCSEs and the longest summer holiday of their lives."

In this weeks episode, the Gents cover some films from Alan Clarke. We cover Scum (1977), Made In Britain (1982) and The Firm (1989). We are doing this show for our good friend Brian in Utah due to his charity work and overall awesomeness. Sit back and relax and enjoy our epic show with MASSIVE feedback. Emails to midnitecinema@gmail.com Voicemails to 206-666-5207 Adios!!! --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/ggtmc/message