The Small Business Britain Podcast

This week after a fun time at Labour Conference, Mich and Karen discuss what was in the Chancellor and PM speeches for small businesses (in summary, strong mood music, not a lot of specifics) and the major new news that we might be looking at rejoining the EU. Incredible. Was not on our Small Business Bingo Card for this year! Let us know your thoughts and we will be picking this up again for sure. In the meantime, check out Great British Pitch Europe

Back for Season 5! We look at what has changed in the Government over the summer (quite a lot!), what is coming up for small businesses this Autumn, and an incredible new report on Refugee Entrepreneurship - The Cedar Review. Mich and Karen navigate September hair crises, political upheaval and a smattering of levelling up in this not to be missed first episode in the new season.

So much going on in the world of Small Biz, so why not have a listen and get involved? Mich and Karen back with a run down

This week we dip into the Chancellor's Spring Statement (it doesn't take long... ) and a bit about International Women's Day. Classic. We are hugely proud to be Patrons of The King's Trust so if you do one thing this week, do check out their good work. And

This week on the pod we talk about The Maple Review - our Government backed review into economic hardship and entrepreneurship. We believe everyone no matter their background or experience should have the opportunity to start and grow a business - but they do not. Please do have a listen in and do get in touch if you would like to get involved. Normal service, i.e. discussion about the new series of Rivals, will return next week, all small business related of course.

Kicking off the year with the usual fun from Small Business Britain, looking forward to 2026 and some cracking stuff (Small Business Saturday, The Small Awards, The Maple Review and more) and so Karen and Mich suggest 5 New Year Resolutions for you and your small business. And the odd cultural referral too... Enjoy

With an incredible Small Business Saturday DONE (and incredible scenes across the country, including Buckingham Palace!) we reflect on the highs of 2025 and all the small business excitement: Great British Pitch, The Small Awards (entries now open for 2026!), female entrepreneurs at Arsenal, trips to India, Innovate Access, Lilac Willow and Maple Reviews, and so much more. Join us for a reflect and round up. And a Merry Christmas to you and a peaceful New Year. See you in 2026!

This week we are joined by our great friends at American Express - Dan Edelman, VP and Country Manager - to talk all about Small Business Saturday and why it is so important to get out and support your local small businesses this 6th December. Enjoy!

This week on the pod, Karen and Mich reflect on the Great British Pitch (phenomenal), launching Female Founders Fundamentals with Starling at Arsenal (epic), and the importance of a shared cultural moment. Check out Mich's business of the week Rumsey's Chocolates now: https://www.rumseys.co.uk/Who doesn't love chocolate in the cold and festive season....

This week we talk all about the Prime Minister's Business Delegation to India and how Michelle got on. We also dip into our favourite small businesses, and get a little carried away with our ideal coffee shop... Always the Nation's Favourite Businesses!