We sit down with Tom Woodley, Co-Founder and Managing Director of The Cornish Company, to explore the inspiring journey of how the business went from a lockdown startup to a thriving e-commerce powerhouse. From humble beginnings in their dad’s kitchen to now operating out of an 18,000-square-foot warehouse, Tom shares the highs and lows of scaling a business during unprecedented times, shedding light on the challenges they faced and the strategies that helped them succeed.
In this episode, we sit down with Sam Oatey, founder of Oatey Media, to discuss his journey from farming roots to becoming a successful filmmaker. Sam shares his experiences working on national and international projects, including the viral Man Down video, and the challenges he’s faced, such as imposter syndrome and achieving work-life balance. He offers valuable insights and advice for those looking to pursue a career in film and media.
We sit down with Rob Butland of Truro City Football Club to explore the team’s incredible journey. From having no home ground in Cornwall to playing in their very own stadium with over 1,500 fans in the stands, Rob shares his own path into the club, the challenges they’ve overcome, and the big ambitions ahead. It’s a powerful conversation about community, local pride, and proving that young talent can stay in Cornwall and still dream big.
In this episode, we chat with sisters Lucy Jones and Victoria Amran of The Cornish Food Box Company about their mission to reconnect Cornwall with good, local, real food. From a veg box in the boot of a car to a thriving hub for local produce, they share their journey and the importance of supporting local food systems. It’s an inspiring conversation about sustainability, community, and how small food choices can lead to big change.
In this episode, we sit down with John Brown, CEO of Cornwall Chamber of Commerce and founder of Build The Fearless, to explore his bold vision for Cornwall’s future. From international PR to championing Cornish innovation, John shares his journey and why Cornwall is an unstoppable force for sustainable business. This conversation is packed with passion, insight, and plenty of pride for the Duchy.
In this episode, we get to chat with Matthew Kenworthy Gomes about the celebrations of Cornwall Pride over the years, and the impact it’s had on the people of Cornwall.
As well as the progress we’ve made, and how Far we’ve come in terms of inclusivity as a county, we also delve into the ways in which progress still needs to happen to ensure EVERYONE Feels safe and can be who they are.