Business Without BS

Oury Clark

Your weekly dose of real-world business intelligence. No gurus, no fluff - just practical lessons from people who’ve built, scaled, failed, adapted, celebrated, and done it all again. We don’t admire success from afar - we dissect it, decode it, and deliver the lessons straight to you. Subscribe for weekly insights and free resources that strip away the jargon and deliver the real-world lessons you wish you'd got at business school.

  1. The Conversation That Decides What Happens After You Die

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    The Conversation That Decides What Happens After You Die

    EP 411 - Most families don’t just feel grief when someone dies - they feel anger. Anger about the mess, the debt, the confusion, and the things nobody sorted out. In this episode of Business Without BS, we have the conversation most people avoid - but absolutely shouldn’t. We talk about what actually happens if you die without a plan, why love isn’t flowers and chocolates, and how a few uncomfortable decisions can completely change your family’s future. This isn’t about being wealthy. It’s about being responsible. We cover: What happens if you die without a will (and why modern families are hit hardest) Why unmarried partners are often left with nothing Life insurance: what it really does, how cheap it can be, and when it matters most Powers of attorney and the nightmare families face without them Business owners, shares, and the chaos nobody plans for Why “I didn’t get round to it” is one of the worst legacies you can leave This conversation is uncomfortable, but it might be the most loving thing you ever do for the people you care about. *For Apple Podcast chapters, access them from the menu in the bottom right corner of your player* Spotify Video Chapters: 00:00 The Importance of Wills and Life Insurance 01:14 The Consequences of Not Planning Ahead 02:05 Meet the Experts: Financial and Legal Advisors 02:37 Understanding Wills and Intestacy Rules 09:49 The Importance of Communication and Regular Updates 12:34 Life Insurance: Protecting Your Loved Ones 22:29 Power of Attorney: Ensuring Your Wishes Are Honored 37:47 Understanding Income Protection 39:16 The Importance of Life Insurance 39:53 Building Financial Security 41:17 Starting the Conversation on Wills 44:21 Choosing the Right Executor 47:01 Navigating Probate and Inheritance Tax 51:47 Managing Digital Assets 01:06:08 Final Thoughts on Financial Planning Follow us:

    1h 9m
  2. UK Nov '25 Budget - What It Means for Businesses, Individuals & Foreigners

    12/05/2025

    UK Nov '25 Budget - What It Means for Businesses, Individuals & Foreigners

    EP 410 - Tax Without BS returns with a fiery but surprisingly hopeful breakdown of the November 2025 UK Budget. Andy, Jemma and Emma from Oury Clark sift the good, the bad, and the “are-you-kidding-me?” of Britain’s latest fiscal plan From scale-up salvation and EIS boosts, to SME heartbreak, Mansion Tax grumbles, pension puzzles, and the four-year foreign-income free-for-all. It’s the only budget reaction that’ll make you laugh and rethink your life insurance. *For Apple Podcast chapters, access them from the menu in the bottom right corner of your player* Spotify Video Chapters: 00:00 Andy's Episode Synposis 02:29 Business Tax Positives 05:37 Funding Gaps and EIS 14:18 Business Rates and SME Challenges 18:16 Inheritance Tax and Business Property Relief 23:58 Impact on SMEs and Entrepreneurs 33:12 Understanding Business Rates 34:04 Personal Taxes Overview 34:16 Employee Ownership Trusts Explained 37:54 Income Tax Threshold Freeze 38:55 Salary Sacrifice and ISA Changes 40:08 Financial Literacy and Investment Advice 43:44 Mansion Tax and Property Levies 48:42 Tax Avoidance vs. Tax Evasion 55:48 Foreign Income and Gains Regime 01:00:32 Final Thoughts and Budget Reflections Watch and subscribe to us on YouTube Follow us: Instagram TikTok Linkedin Twitter Facebook

    1h 1m
  3. World Mental Health Day: Jerry Hyde and Mai Hua on Group Therapy, Masculinity and Vulnerability

    10/08/2025

    World Mental Health Day: Jerry Hyde and Mai Hua on Group Therapy, Masculinity and Vulnerability

    EP 409 - What happens when you strip away phones, comfort and pretence? Therapist Jerry Hyde - often called “the most dangerous therapist in the world” - and filmmaker Mai Hua explore the raw truths of mental health, vulnerability and masculinity. Released for World Mental Health Day, the conversation dives into why modern life keeps us disconnected, how radical retreats (no phones, no showers, no distractions) transform people, and why real healing means breaking the rules. What You’ll Learn in This Episode: Why Jerry Hyde is called “the most dangerous therapist” How radical retreats challenge comfort, technology and ego The link between phones, distraction and mental health decline Why vulnerability is strength in therapy and relationships How group therapy transforms masculinity and human connection If you’re interested in mental health awareness, therapy, and breaking free from modern distractions, this episode offers unfiltered insights and challenges conventional thinking. *For Apple Podcast chapters, access them from the menu in the bottom right corner of your player* Spotify Video Chapters: 00:00 BWB with Jerry Hyde and Mai Hua 00:40 Introducing Jerry and Mai 01:52 Exploring Masculinity and Vulnerability 04:03 The Power of Retreats 05:44 The Impact of Technology on Mental Health 06:27 The Importance of Human Connection 08:50 Challenges of Modern Parenting 18:53 Understanding ADHD and Trauma 32:24 Gender Dynamics and Therapy 45:25 Therapy as a Lifestyle Choice 45:52 Challenges of Couples Therapy 47:02 The Art of Self-Inquiry 47:41 Collaborative Conflicts 48:09 Gender Differences in Therapy 57:44 Cultural Perspectives on Therapy 01:03:02 Making a Man: The Documentary 01:05:42 The Importance of Vulnerability 01:23:12 Therapy and Group Dynamics 01:25:17 Wrap Up Watch and subscribe to us on YouTube Follow us: Instagram TikTok Linkedin Twitter Facebook If you'd like to be on the show, get in contact - mail@businesswithoutbullshit.me

    1h 27m
  4. Why British Meetings Drive Germans Crazy

    10/01/2025

    Why British Meetings Drive Germans Crazy

    EP 408 - What happens when British charm collides with German order in the workplace? In part 4 of our Business Without Baggage series, we speak to professor and senior partner at GTK Germany - Manfred Klein - who breaks down the surprising differences - and hidden similarities - between the UK and Germany’s business cultures. From awkward handshakes and endless small talk to rigid agendas and direct feedback, discover why British and German colleagues often clash in meetings, negotiations and everyday work. What You’ll Learn in This Episode: Why German efficiency and precision frustrates British colleagues How British politeness and vagueness confuses German teams The truth about work - life boundaries in Germany vs the UK Why Germans trust process while Brits trust personality How cultural differences can make or break international business deals If you’re doing business with Germany, managing international teams, or just curious about cross-cultural communication, this conversation is packed with real-world insights and a few laughs. *For Apple Podcast chapters, access them from the menu in the bottom right corner of your player* Spotify Video Chapters: 00:00 Business Without Baggage part 3 - Germany 00:43 Meet Manfred - A Legal Heavyweight 01:16 The Importance of Formality and Punctuality 02:20 Setting and Following an Agenda 04:53 Work-Life Boundaries in Germany 17:05 Direct Communication and Feedback 29:14 The Role of Hierarchy and Family Businesses 39:25 Social Security and Employee Expectations 40:54 Understanding German Employee Benefits 41:25 Work-Life Balance in Germany 42:05 Challenges in the German Health and Pension Systems 42:54 Maternity and Parental Leave Policies 44:01 Declining Birth Rates and Social Security 46:26 Immigration and Cultural Integration 48:05 German Cultural Traits and Business Etiquette 49:15 Economic Challenges and Quantitative Easing 50:25 Direct Communication and Efficiency in Germany 57:00 Business Collaboration Between Germany and UK 59:16 Ease of Doing Business in Germany 01:09:00 Common Mistakes When Doing Business in Germany 01:11:03 Visa and Property Ownership in Germany 01:13:50 Andy Wears German Carnival Outfit 01:15:19 Business or B******t quiz! 01:18:04 Wrap Up Watch and subscribe to us on YouTube Follow us: Instagram TikTok Linkedin Twitter Facebook If you'd like to be on the show, get in contact - mail@businesswithoutbullshit.me

    1h 19m
  5. Startup Lessons, Resilience & How Failure Builds Success: John B Stapleton Explains

    09/24/2025

    Startup Lessons, Resilience & How Failure Builds Success: John B Stapleton Explains

    EP 407 - What does it really take to build a food empire from scratch? We're giving our chat with John B Stapleton - serial entrepreneur, investor, and co-founder of the New Covent Garden Soup Company and Little Dish a re-run to remind us about the hard-won lessons behind his multi-million-pound successes. From inventing the UK’s fresh soup category to mentoring today’s challenger brands, John shares his insights on: Why resilience beats a “genius idea” every timeHow to raise investment when the market is stacked against youThe truth about failure - and why it’s the best teacher for entrepreneursBootstrapping until you “know what you’re doing”The entrepreneurial ego: small “e” vs big “E” Whether you’re launching your first startup or scaling towards exit, this episode is packed with real-world advice on how entrepreneurs really win - and why sometimes failure is the very thing that sets you up for millions. Perfect for founders, investors, and anyone navigating today’s uncertain business landscape. *For Apple Podcast chapters, access them from the menu in the bottom right corner of your player* Spotify Video Chapters: 00:00 BWB with John Stapleton 00:40 John's Background and Achievements 01:19 Current Business Climate and Challenges 04:22 Investment Strategies and Advice 12:45 Mentoring and Advising Startups 14:25 Mission Ventures and Investment Platforms 18:17 Entrepreneurial Traits and Success 24:43 The Birth of Lamborghini 25:22 The Cult of Entrepreneurial Personality 26:29 The Value of Failure 28:51 Consumer Insight and Resilience 30:05 The Fresh Soup Revolution 34:21 Quickfire - Get To Know John 41:26 Wrap Up Watch and subscribe to us on YouTube Follow us: Instagram TikTok Linkedin Twitter Facebook If you'd like to be on the show, get in contact - mail@businesswithoutbullshit.me

    41 min
  6. Tax, HMRC and Sportswashing: Economist Oriana Morrison Explains

    09/17/2025

    Tax, HMRC and Sportswashing: Economist Oriana Morrison Explains

    EP 406 - Economist and tax strategist Oriana Morrison pulls doesn't hold back in our chat about the UK economy, HMRC, tax avoidance, and inequality. Founder and CEO of ECNMX and trusted advisor to world champion athletes and entertainers, Oriana Morrison explains why HMRC is “shameful,” how tax is used as social engineering, and why Britain risks losing its top talent to fairer systems abroad. From the realities of sportswashing in Saudi boxing to the politics of envy driving the UK’s broken tax system, Oriana shares blunt insights you won’t hear from politicians, even or accountants. What You’ll Learn in This Episode: Why Oriana Morrison calls HMRC “shameful” The hidden truth about tax, fairness and inequality How sportswashing in Saudi boxing really works Why Britain risks a Latin American-style economic collapse How tax myths are driving talent and wealth out of the UK If you want to hear about the future of Britain’s economy, the truth about tax and HMRC, and what it really means for athletes, creatives, and entrepreneurs, pull up a chair and press play. *For Apple Podcast chapters, access them from the menu in the bottom right corner of your player* Spotify Video Chapters: 00:00 BWB with Oriana Morrison 01:30 Sportswashing in Saudi? 04:09 Economic Realities of Sports Consumption 09:33 Oriana's Role and Expertise 14:01 Tax and Economic Policies 16:57 HMRC: Challenges and Criticisms 26:50 Global Economic Perspectives 42:28 Insider Trading and Ethical Dilemmas 42:54 Navigating Client Relationships and Global Networks 43:37 Oriana's Story: The Band Fallout 46:32 Legal Battles and Partnership Laws 53:11 Lessons Learned and Client Challenges 59:42 Social Media vs. Tax Advice 01:04:48 Quickfire - Get To Know Oriana 01:08:49 !Business or B******t Quiz! 01:17:10 Wrap Up Watch and subscribe to us on YouTube Follow us: Instagram TikTok Linkedin Twitter Facebook If you'd like to be on the show, get in contact - mail@businesswithoutbullshit.me

    1h 18m
  7. Culture Expert Explains The Difference Between UK and Italian Business Practices

    09/10/2025

    Culture Expert Explains The Difference Between UK and Italian Business Practices

    EP 405 - Is Italy an entrepreneur’s dream or a business nightmare compared to the UK? In part 3 of our Business Without Baggage series, Andy speaks with corporate lawyer Marco Pistis about the cultural and legal contrasts between doing business in Italy and the UK. From relationship-driven deals to bureaucracy that stifles scale, Marco explains why British companies often struggle in Italy - and what they can learn from its unique, trust-first culture. What you’ll learn: Why relationships and trust matter more than rules in Italy The North-South divide: how culture, punctuality, and payments differ How family-run businesses dominate the market - and what that means for outsiders Why bureaucracy and employee protection laws slow scaling How UK businesses can avoid costly mistakes when entering Italy Where the real opportunities lie: Milan, the mid-market, and creative industries Perfect for entrepreneurs, investors, and advisors looking to navigate UK - Italy business differences. *For Apple Podcast chapters, access them from the menu in the bottom right corner of your player* Spotify Video Chapters: 00:00 Business Without Baggage #3 Italy 00:41 Meet Marco Pistis: The Insider's Perspective 01:38 The Emotional Approach to Business 03:50 Friendship and Business in Italy 10:25 The Importance of Punctuality and Flexibility 16:10 Hierarchy and Family Businesses 23:20 Employee Expectations and Labour Laws 26:07 Cultural Cues and Misunderstandings 29:15 Cultural Taboos: Money and Religion 29:54 Negotiating Business Deals in Italy 31:56 The Importance of Food in Italian Business 33:34 Challenges and Stereotypes in Italian Business 34:34 Setting Up Business in Italy: Banking and Bureaucracy 37:50 Tax Benefits and Wealthy Expats in Italy 48:36 AI and Cultural Communication 49:58 !Business or B******t Quiz! 50:22 Wrap Up Watch and subscribe to us on YouTube Follow us: Instagram TikTok Linkedin Twitter Facebook If you'd like to be on the show, get in contact - mail@businesswithoutbullshit.me

    59 min
  8. Can Improv Make You Your 1st Million? - Insights from Neil Mullarkey

    09/03/2025

    Can Improv Make You Your 1st Million? - Insights from Neil Mullarkey

    EP 404 - Can improv and humour make you a better leader - and even grow your bottom line? Neil Mullarkey (Comedy Store Players co-founder with Mike Myers, seen on Whose Line Is It Anyway and Austin Powers) shows how improv’s “Yes, And” mindset, listening with intent, and affiliative humour boost leadership, sales, creativity, and team culture. We unpack practical tools Neil teaches at London Business School and in boardrooms across 25+ countries: running better meetings and Zooms, building psychological safety, using Pixar-style “plussing,” navigating change, and why funny people make better leaders. What you’ll learn: How improv drives creativity, collaboration, and faster decisions The difference between affiliative vs. dis-affiliative humour (and why banter can backfire) Listening with intent: the leadership meta-skill that wins deals and trust Running high-energy meetings (in-person & remote): chat prompts, quick polls, and participation hacks Why “Yes, And” beats rigid scripts for sales, client work, and stakeholder buy-in *For Apple Podcast chapters, access them from the menu in the bottom right corner of your player* Spotify Video Chapters: 00:00 BWB with Neil Mullarkey 01:20 Neil's Journey in Comedy and Improv 05:42 The Birth of Comedy Store Players 08:12 Improv Techniques and Their Applications 19:13 Improv in Business and Leadership 24:05 Effective Meeting Strategies 32:31 Innovative Meeting Strategies 33:35 The Role of Improv in Leadership 36:07 Handling Resistance and Transformation 41:45 Humour in the Workplace 47:32 Improv Skills for Personal Growth 56:27 Quickfire - Get To Know Neil 57:54 !Business or B******t Quiz! businesswithoutbullshit.me Watch and subscribe to us on YouTube Follow us: Instagram TikTok Linkedin Twitter Facebook If you'd like to be on the show, get in contact - mail@businesswithoutbullshit.me

    1h 4m
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Your weekly dose of real-world business intelligence. No gurus, no fluff - just practical lessons from people who’ve built, scaled, failed, adapted, celebrated, and done it all again. We don’t admire success from afar - we dissect it, decode it, and deliver the lessons straight to you. Subscribe for weekly insights and free resources that strip away the jargon and deliver the real-world lessons you wish you'd got at business school.

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  • Creator
    Oury Clark
  • Years Active
    2020 - 2026
  • Episodes
    400
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
    © Copyright 2026 Oury Clark
  • Show Website
    Business Without BS

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