The Business Men

Sony Music Entertainment

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 all social channels.  Plus, you can directly influence their next business decision on our FREE Patreon, just go to: patreon.com/thebusinessmen Email us at podcasts@sonymusic.com and follow on socials @thebusinessmenpod    The Business Men is a production of Sony Music Entertainment.    Find more great podcasts from Sony Music Entertainment at sonymusic.com/podcasts and follow us at @sonypodcasts    To bring your brand to life in this podcast, email podcastadsales@sonymusic.com

  1. Skincare Expert Caroline Hirons: Not Everyone Is A Fan Of You

    4 DAYS AGO

    Skincare Expert Caroline Hirons: Not Everyone Is A Fan Of You

    This week on The Business Men, Joel Dommett and Ben Shephard sit down with globally recognised skincare expert and bestselling author  Caroline Hirons. She is iconically a straight‑talking industry powerhouse  known for her no‑nonsense approach, loyal community, and  game‑changing beauty advice. In this refreshingly honest conversation, Caroline opens up about  growing her business, why it felt so right, and how she did NOT  enjoy pitching for investment! Expect candid stories, sharp insights, laughs, and a fascinating look into  what it really takes to run a brand when millions are watching  your every move. If you’re interested in business, beauty,  personal branding, or simply love hearing from people who  tell it like it is, this episode is unmissable. Fill out our skincare survey here: https://tinyurl.com/3xeh4w4x We want to hear from YOU! Do you own or work for a small business? Is there a small business you love and support? Please share it with us, email at TBM@sonymusic.com or leave us a voice note at https://www.speakpipe.com/TheBusinessMen and tell us about the business and why you love it. Join our Patreon today at patreon.com/thebusinessmen Follow on socials @thebusinessmenpod   The Business Men is a production of Sony Music Entertainment.    Find more great podcasts from Sony Music Entertainment at sonymusic.com/podcasts and follow us at @sonypodcasts    To bring your brand to life in this podcast, email podcastadsales@sonymusic.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

    52 min

  2. 3 FEB

    How young Sara Davies took on Helix (the one's who make your school protractors!)

    Sara Davies from 'Dragons' Den,' shares her incredible experiences in business, from her humble beginnings in crafting to building a multi-million-pound empire. Sara offers invaluable advice on the crucial aspects of starting and maintaining a successful business, and the significance of listening to customers.  She also talks about her stint as the quiz show host for Time is Money and how stepping out of her comfort zone has helped her grow personally and professionally.  Plus Ben Vs Joel continues as the guys take on their next challenge to get as many people to fill out their skincare survey as possible. And we find out WHO's more famous....Catherine Tate or Jamie Oliver?! Fill out our skincare survey here: https://tinyurl.com/3xeh4w4x We want to hear from YOU! Do you own or work for a small business? Is there a small business you love and support? Please share it with us, email at TBM@sonymusic.com or leave us a voice note at https://www.speakpipe.com/TheBusinessMen and tell us about the business and why you love it. Join our Patreon today at patreon.com/thebusinessmen Follow on socials @thebusinessmenpod   The Business Men is a production of Sony Music Entertainment.    Find more great podcasts from Sony Music Entertainment at sonymusic.com/podcasts and follow us at @sonypodcasts    To bring your brand to life in this podcast, email podcastadsales@sonymusic.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

    51 min
  3. How Tropicana lost $50 million when it switched it's branding

    28 JAN

    How Tropicana lost $50 million when it switched it's branding

    Joel Dommett and Ben Shephard reveal how they came up with their skincare brand name - Joel and Ben For Skin. The rationale behind it, and their plans for the brand's logo and visual identity. And Sam Dumont, Executive Creative Director at Blue Marlin, shares her wealth of knowledge about design, branding and how to properly brief a designer.  Fill out our skincare survey here: https://tinyurl.com/3xeh4w4x We want to hear from YOU! Do you own or work for a small business? Is there a small business you love and support? Please share it with us, email at TBM@sonymusic.com or leave us a voice note at https://www.speakpipe.com/TheBusinessMen and tell us about the business and why you love it. Join our Patreon today at patreon.com/thebusinessmen 👉 Sam Dumont’s Creative Brief Template (FREE on Patreon): https://bit.ly/4bhGBWE  Follow on socials @thebusinessmenpod   The Business Men is a production of Sony Music Entertainment.    Find more great podcasts from Sony Music Entertainment at sonymusic.com/podcasts and follow us at @sonypodcasts    To bring your brand to life in this podcast, email podcastadsales@sonymusic.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

    48 min
  4. Joel and Ben FINALLY have the name of their skincare brand.... thanks to YOU!

    20 JAN

    Joel and Ben FINALLY have the name of their skincare brand.... thanks to YOU!

    Fill out our skincare survey here: https://tinyurl.com/3xeh4w4x The listeners have spoken! Joel and Ben finally unveil the official name of their brand‑new skincare brand.... FINALLY! This episode marks the true beginning of the brand’s journey: no products, no packaging… just a name, a dream, and two very excitable hosts. To help them understand what happens next, the boys sit down with former Chief Marketing Officer of Boots, Pete Markey, for a masterclass in early‑stage branding and marketing. From shaping a brand’s identity to figuring out how to stand out on a crowded shelf, Pete gives the boys a crash course in what they should (and shouldn’t) do now that the name is locked in. Expect laughs, lessons, listener power, and the first proper step into building a skincare brand from scratch. It all starts here. We want to hear from YOU! Do you own or work for a small business? Is there a small business you love and support? Please share it with us, email at TBM@sonymusic.com or leave us a voice note at https://www.speakpipe.com/TheBusinessMen and tell us about the business and why you love it. Join our Patreon today at patreon.com/thebusinessmen What's the stupidest brand name you've ever heard of? 👉 Submit here Follow on socials @thebusinessmenpod The Business Men is a production of Sony Music Entertainment.    Find more great podcasts from Sony Music Entertainment at sonymusic.com/podcasts and follow us at @sonypodcasts    To bring your brand to life in this podcast, email podcastadsales@sonymusic.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

    48 min
  5. Unveiling Our Skincare Brand Name: The Final Three

    14 JAN

    Unveiling Our Skincare Brand Name: The Final Three

    Fill out our skincare survey here: https://tinyurl.com/3xeh4w4x Ben Shephard and Joel Dommett reveal the final three names for their upcoming skincare brand. This episode delves into the rigorous workshop that led to the shortlist and discusses the unique significance of each name. The guys also talk about their ongoing survey challenge, and the weekly challenges they'll be set. PLUS an incentive for one of them to get pierced if they meet a target of 5000 survey submission by February 14th.  We want to hear from YOU! Do you own or work for a small business? Is there a small business you love and support? Please share it with us, email at TBM@sonymusic.com or leave us a voice note at https://www.speakpipe.com/TheBusinessMen and tell us about the business and why you love it. Join our Patreon today at patreon.com/thebusinessmen Follow on socials @thebusinessmenpod The Business Men is a production of Sony Music Entertainment.  To bring your brand to life in this podcast, email podcastadsales@sonymusic.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

    40 min
  6. Joel & Ben on What’s Next for Business in 2026 (and What 2025 Taught Us)

    6 JAN

    Joel & Ben on What’s Next for Business in 2026 (and What 2025 Taught Us)

    Survey for men: https://form.typeform.com/to/lzTbAxBU Survey for those who keep men alive, washed and vaguely presentable: https://form.typeform.com/to/VdDEn5Ho Joel and Ben are back in 2026 with a bang! They dive into the hottest business trends set to shape the year—from AI-driven innovation to sustainability strategies—while reflecting on their biggest wins and lessons from 2025. Expect sharp insights, candid conversations, and a roadmap for staying ahead in the ever-changing business world. Join our Patreon today at patreon.com/thebusinessmen Email us at podcasts@sonymusic.com and follow on socials @thebusinessmenpod Email us at podcasts@sonymusic.com and follow on socials @thebusinessmenpod The Business Men is a production of Sony Music Entertainment. Find more great podcasts from Sony Music Entertainment at sonymusic.com/podcasts and follow us at @sonypodcasts To bring your brand to life in this podcast, email podcastadsales@sonymusic.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

    36 min
  7. We're getting festive...and a bit teary

    23/12/2025

    We're getting festive...and a bit teary

    Survey for men: https://form.typeform.com/to/lzTbAxBU Survey for those who keep men alive, washed and vaguely presentable: https://form.typeform.com/to/VdDEn5Ho Celebrate the season with Joel and Ben in this heartwarming festive special! The holiday cheer comes in the form of a CLASSIC 'Secret Santa' gift exchange, and things get emotional when they listen to touching messages from little ones sharing what they love most about the father figures in their lives. It’s an episode packed with joy, sentiment, and the magic of Christmas—perfect for cozying up and feeling all the feels. Join our Patreon today at patreon.com/thebusinessmen Email us at podcasts@sonymusic.com and follow on socials @thebusinessmenpodEmail us at podcasts@sonymusic.com and follow on socials @thebusinessmenpod The Business Men is a production of Sony Music Entertainment. Find more great podcasts from Sony Music Entertainment at sonymusic.com/podcasts and follow us at @sonypodcasts To bring your brand to life in this podcast, email podcastadsales@sonymusic.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

    34 min
  8. Facing the Truth: Ben Shephard & Joel Dommett's Business Reality Check

    16/12/2025

    Facing the Truth: Ben Shephard & Joel Dommett's Business Reality Check

    In this episode of The Business Men, Ben and Joel are reunited as Joel returns from Australia with big news! It isn't all happy returns for Joel as Ben updates him with some of the challenges the business has been facing whilst he's been away. They hear some bad news from their business partner Russell and some advice from previous guest Deborah Meaden. The Boys also set each other a challenge to help drive more interest to their skincare survey and the loser will be getting pierced. To take part in the UK’s biggest-ever male skincare study fill out the form below. SURVEY FOR MEN: https://form.typeform.com/to/lzTbAxBU SURVEY FOR PARTNERS: https://form.typeform.com/to/VdDEn5Ho Join our Patreon today at patreon.com/thebusinessmen Email us at podcasts@sonymusic.com and follow on socials @thebusinessmenpod The Business Men is a production of Sony Music Entertainment. To bring your brand to life in this podcast, email podcastadsales@sonymusic.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

    36 min
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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 all social channels.  Plus, you can directly influence their next business decision on our FREE Patreon, just go to: patreon.com/thebusinessmen Email us at podcasts@sonymusic.com and follow on socials @thebusinessmenpod    The Business Men is a production of Sony Music Entertainment.    Find more great podcasts from Sony Music Entertainment at sonymusic.com/podcasts and follow us at @sonypodcasts    To bring your brand to life in this podcast, email podcastadsales@sonymusic.com

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  • Creator
    Sony Music Entertainment
  • Years Active
    2025 - 2026
  • Episodes
    19
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
    © Sony Music Entertainment

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