Two mates, one new business. How will the nicest blokes in telly cope as they try to launch a new cosmetic business for men? Ben Shephard and Joel Dommett have come together to launch a brand-new business. Really! But will their attempt to be entrepreneurs in the realm of skincare actually work? Join them for the trials of business, family life, and the grim/hilarious realities of aging not-so-gracefully. What will they do when they step out of their comfort zone, name their product, find a business mentor, and learn what EBITDA means… Join them every week on podcast platforms, YouTube and...
Latest episodes
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28 min
This is only the beginning for For Skin!
After an incredible first season of The Business Men, Ben Shephard and Joel Dommett are taking a moment to look back on the journey so far. From unforgettable guests and unexpected…
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30 min
“I Wasn’t Expecting This!” - Celebs Review Joel & Ben’s Skincare Brand FOR SKIN
Joel Dommett is back on The Business Men and Ben Shephard has plenty to catch him up on! In this episode, Ben and Joel reunite behind the mic as Joel shares what life has been like…
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40 min
“When You Don’t Come From Money, All You Think About Is Money” - Susie Ma On Making Millions HER Way
Susie Ma, founder and CEO of Tropic Skincare, joins Ben to discuss the realities of building a business from the ground up, the challenges of scaling a fast-growing company, and th…
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28 min
“Not Everyone Is Made To Be An Entrepreneur” - Building A Community For Ambitious Founders
Frankie James, founder of Ideas Fest and creator of the Great British Entrepreneur Awards, joins Ben in the studio. In a world where building a business can often feel lonely, Fran…
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30 min
“I’ve Tanned Harry Styles and David Gandy” - The Business Of Spray Tans with James Harknett
James Harknett, tanning expert and spray tanner to the stars, joins Ben on this weeks episode. As the go-to spray tan expert for celebrities, fashion shows and major TV productions…
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43 min
“Your Business Network Is Everything”- Aaron Chatterley Sold Feelunique To Sephora For Millions
Aaron Chatterley built Feelunique into one of Europe’s leading online beauty retailers before selling the business to Sephora. Ben sits down with Aaron to explore the lessons behin…
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38 min
“Retinol Changes The Way Your Skin Behaves!” Beauty Journalist Reveals The Beauty Truths You NEED
Beauty Journalist Nadine Baggot joins Ben in the studio this week, for a lively conversation as Nadine gets into the nitty gritty of Joel and Ben's beauty business moves so far. Na…
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43 min
“Building A Business Is The Key To Happiness” - Holly & Co founder
Holly Tucker MBE and founder of Holly & Co, is one of the UK's most influential entrepreneurs, and her journey has always been about more than building successful businesses. In th…
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38 min
Stand-Up Meets Skincare - Joel & Ben Host ‘Comedy & Cream' LIVE!
Ben and Joel take to the stage for a night of Comedy & Cream! Think 'stand-up meets skincare' for a night of jokes, product testing, and plenty of unpredictable audience interactio…
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45 min
"I Punched The Air When I Had Three Failures In The Bag” - Simon Woodroffe On Resilience and Perseverance
From failed business ventures, divorce and cash flow problems, to one of the most distinctive and disruptive brands in British culture, YO! Sushi. Founder Simon Woodroffe joins Ben…
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45 min
“I’ve Always Wanted Something Of My Own” - Frankie Bridge On Her Community Powered Fashion Brand
Frankie Bridge, the singer, author and entrepreneur, joins Ben in the studio to talk about how she’s shaking up the lifestyle space with her brand, Faves. Frankie lifts the lid on…
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44 min
“Business Starts And Ends With Credibility” - The Apprentice’s Tim Campbell Gives His Candid Advice!
Tim Campbell MBE, entrepreneur, mentor, and the very first winner of The Apprentice, sits down with Ben. Tim takes us back to where it all started, winning the show in 2005 and ste…
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22 min
First Ever For Skin Samples…Are They Any Good? Joel and Ben Give Us Their Verdict
Ben and Joel hit a major milestone in their entrepreneurial journey, the arrival of their very first product samples for their men’s skincare brand, For Skin. After months of brain…
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37 min
‘What You ACTUALLY Need To Know About Skincare’ - Sarah Jossel Get’s To The Truth Of The Beauty Industry
Sarah Jossel, journalist, broadcaster, and beauty editor of the Sunday Times Style, joins Ben for a lively conversation around everything she's learnt working behind the scenes in…
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42 min
’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…
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39 min
'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 l…
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41 min
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 particul…
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50 min
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 app…
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28 min
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 f…
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41 min
“You’ve Got To Play The Long Game In Skincare” - Wayne Goss On Why Consistency Beats Expensive Products
Wayne Goss, YouTube legend and entrepreneur built one of the most trusted voices in the beauty industry from his bedroom — without hype, gimmicks, or filters — and turned it into a…