Amateur rocket builder and daredevil ‘Mad’ Mike Hughes suffered a fatal launch accident on the 22nd, during filming for the Science Channel’s (which has yet to comment on whether or not production will continue) show “Homemade Astronauts.” The purpose of … Read More
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Yorkshire Tea: Why are people shouting at tea on Twitter? | SPP #90
So, what’s the tea? Top UK tea brand Yorkshire Tea was charged with treason by Twitter trolls and swamped with hate and calls for boycotting on social media after the Chancellor posed with a multi-pack of the popular brew. These … Read More
Is the BBC TV license fee worth paying for? | SPP #89
Phil and Adam discuss if there are any benefits to TV licenses, namely the UK’s BBC (British Broadcasting Corporation) and what it means to the nation – which may not be very much. They also explore what has changed since … Read More
Tags: BBC, british politics, license fee, media, podcast
Do we blame the media too much? | SPP #88
Whenever a celebrity casualty occurs, fingers start pointing. In recent cases, this has been directed towards the media – namely tabloids and social media such as Twitter, which is itself a hotbed of controversial conversation. Everyone likes to weigh in … Read More
Tags: controversy, media, podcast, scandals, social media, tabloids
Interview with investor, mentor & entrepreneur Sean O’Neill of Adore Group
In this 2-part installment, Adam and Phil sit down with Sean O’Neill, the founder of Adore Group, to hear about his work and life ethos, and how he has established his successful business ventures. Sean has had nearly 18 years … Read More
Tags: entrepreneur, interview, podcast