Cornwall is a hub for business, so we're sharing some of that creative and innovative business juice with you, by inviting some amazing minds to chat in our podcast, The F Word, to hopefully inspire and empower you on your own business journey.
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Episode 22
Founder, Failure, Future
Leading with resilience and cultivating Fearlessness
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.
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Episode 21
Festive Wellbeing
Beyond the sparkle – Focusing on authenticity, connection, & balance
We’re joined by Amber Cowburn Armoogum, workplace wellbeing expert, Founder of Working Well, and two-time Ted Talker (among other things!), to explore what real mental health support looks like at work and beyond. From stress to connection, and festive overwhelm to balance, Amber brings clarity, compassion, and plenty of practical takeaways to help us all work and live better.
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Episode 20
First Employee
A journey From Apprentice to Director
From apprentice to Director, Jess Crook shares her incredible ten-year journey at Whyfield – growing a career, a team, and a family along the way. We chat about apprenticeships, evolving roles, and finding balance as a new mum returning to work.
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Episode 19
Flourish
Imposter syndrome, embracing authenticity & preparing for a thriving Future
In this episode, we’re joined by Helen Tite, of iCareiMove, as she shares her vision For how we can help ourselves and others Flourish – at work, in life, and in the moments when imposter syndrome creeps in. She’s on a mission to create workplaces and communities that empower women, support their health, and allow them to thrive with confidence and authenticity.
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Episode 18
Fluidity
How the power of coaching and conversation can propel you towards your dreams
Kate Clark, founder of Anchors Coaching, shares why she launched her business instead of retiring, her vision for living to 108, and how coaching can help those feeling stuck, overwhelmed, or seeking change. Plus, she dives into the power of networking and Cornwall’s unique way of doing business by the sea.
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Episode 17
Free From Bias
Funding, Fairness, and Freedom to be who you are
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. -
Episode 16
Furnish
Crafting elegant, Flowing spaces with time-honoured techniques and beautiful design
In this episode, we chat with Helen Grundy-Smith, owner and Creative Director of Cotton Mills, about her bold decision to buy an existing business and her journey in the design world. She shares her passion for traditional, bespoke design and the risks she took to maintain craftsmanship in a mass-production industry.
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Episode 15
Flow
Planes, trains, and empowered brains with the mindful magic of hypnotherapy
We’re joined by Founder of Newquay Hypnotherapy, Adam Pearson, as he shares his journey of discovering hypnotherapy was his calling, and how it can help us break Free of those things that might be limiting us, From a phobia of Flying or wanting to quit smoking, to gaining confidence in public speaking.
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Episode 14
Fortitude
Tackling self-doubt and identifying your saboteurs to Finally Find confidence
The Academe’s co-founder, Lucy Cox, joins us for this empowering episode of The F Word, to share her passion for Finding confidence, and how it can improve your personal and professional life, from employee to CEO. If you’ve ever struggled with Imposter Syndrome, anxiety, low confidence, or anything that could be stunting your growth and your happiness, this episode is for you.
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Episode 13
Focus
Running a business with ADHD
Sit tight for this one… if you can. Today’s episode is all about Focus. Specifically, trying to navigate this with ADHD.
What’s it like running a business with neurodivergence? We sit down with Tanya Blackman, of Kartha, to chat about! -
Episode 12
Frequency
Creating a community-Focused radio station with Familiarity, innovation, and Fun
In this episode, we’re joined by Richard Woods of Rewind Radio to discuss all things broadcasting in Cornwall. We delve into how the station came to be, the amazing studio space and team, and the common theme in the episode – Cornwall – and why Rewind are there to support this beautiful county, its communities, its charities, and its businesses.
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Episode 11
First Business
The highs, lows, and lessons of creating a company in Cornwall
We’re joined by Abi and Jake, From The Cornish Larder, as they delve into their shared experience of what it was like setting up a business in Cornwall, with neither of them having much of a business background, all from a genius idea one Christmas!