Hello Listeners! 

Join Ben and Paul this Monday, talking about the last week's antics in England. 

Covered: 

• Facemasks - how wearing them in shops in the UK from 24th July 2020 is compulsory. How will the UK people react to this?
• Announcements about the costs in the UK of tax changes. How are the government going to recoup the money lost over the COVID-19 Pandemic? 
• Capital Gains Taxes potentially rising
• Government choices in history - who were best for taxes? 
• How big stores benefited during lockdown compared to the smaller independent shops
• The impact of a second lockdown
• Accrued redundancy program (Furlough Schem in Paul's words)

And much more!

This weeks song is:
mamas and papas - Twelve Thirty

Check out this recent interview Paul Waite conducted with Mel Curtis! 

Founder and managing director Ermila Curtis (Mel) set up "Winter in Venice" over nine years ago in her pursuit to capture the very essence of the human heart. The ability to give wholeheartedly and love unconditionally - the true art of living

We hope you enjoy this one, a captivating interview. 

Catch up with the Monday live stream!

Hear Charlotte today on her first hosting of the Monday Aspen Waite Live stream!

Covering the news of the last week and Paul's take on the highlights. Kicking off with the big companies like Primark rejecting the bonus of Furlough scheme with employees returning to work.

There has been lots of fear around in England, and we talk about living life without fear, but still sensibly.

The facemask situation balancing frustration with common sense. Being forced to wear facemasks. How do you feel about this? Paul talks about whether the measures are scientific, economic or neither.

We cover how the Chancellor performed in the recent budget and Paul's feedback on Richi Sunak and the Budget as a whole.

And of course, a rundown of the first week of Aspen Waite Radio. Paul and Charlotte are both presenters of shows on the station and we hear their take on what it was like to see this dream come into fruition!

A great conversation towards the end of the live stream about interviewing and the synergies between business and sport.

Song of the week is: 
JJ72 - Formulae

Hello Listeners!

Pubs re-opened over the weekend and people flocked to their nearest local to enjoy a cold pint.

Paul and Ben talk about things like businesses reopening for the first time since lockdown, with locals perspectives and business perspectives on this.

Recent government news on their approach to stimulate consumer spending and help with the losses of Lockdown. VAT reductions and vouchers potentially. There will be a price to pay though as Paul puts it. New measures are needed to recover costs.

Also covered is how the world is going to react to China and the part it played in the COVID outbreak. Are they trying to deflect responsibility?

Ther friend message from Aspen Waite is strong, we believe in what we are doing in business and we really are here to help. Hear about some of the ways we have been giving back to the community in this episode!

Make sure you check out www.aspenwaiteradio.com - we have a full launched station on 06.07.2020 with a great schedule of live presenters and amazing music.

This weeks song - Leonard Cohen - Suzanne 

Join us in the final part of this epic tale!

We are right up to 1066 in the last episode where Paul and Calum take you through the characters, history and context of The Battle of Hastings.

It has been a journey and we hope you enjoy this final episode. Paul and Calum go into the battle in great detail.

The Battle of Hastings[a] was fought on 14 October 1066 between the Norman-French army of William, the Duke of Normandy, and an English army under the Anglo-Saxon King Harold Godwinson, beginning the Norman conquest of England. It took place approximately 7 miles (11 kilometres) northwest of Hastings, close to the present-day town of Battle, East Sussex, and was a decisive Norman victory.

Hello Listeners!

Join us in a great episode today with Paul Waite and legend Charlie Hodgson:

Charles Christopher Hodgson (born 12 November 1980) is a retired English rugby union player, having previously been a player for Sale Sharks and Saracens. His position was fly-half and he is the leading Premiership points scorer of all time. Hodgson also played for England, until announcing his international retirement in 2012. Hodgson made 18 consecutive starts at fly half for England between 2004 and 2006.

A very insightful episode into the life of a great English Rugby player, we hope you enjoy this one! 

Hello Listeners!

Join Paul and Calum in episode 7 of The Birth of The English Nation.

A great episode with paving the way to next weeks special on The Battle of Hastings in 1066.

Setting the scene and introducing the kings, stories and history leading up to what was one of the biggest battles in English History.

We hope you enjoy this one and click the link to watch the video :)

Hello Listeners! 

Join Viking Son and Father on part 6 of the Birth of The English Nation. 

This week we cover the years 939 AD to 1016 AD. 

Seventy-seven years and seven kings! Of those seven, two were assassinated, and one king you never would have thought to be king of England. An Exciting episode, we hope you enjoy it! 

Join Paul and Ben today on a lively live stream. How do things look right now?

We need to hope but are presented with strife, anarchy and discord.

People have taken matters into their own hands but how does this look for the UK? Join us in this one to hear the discussion. 

The media have seen this opportunity to broadcast extremist views it could be said. Inaccurate and where is the accountability? 

We try to be the middle road at Aspen Waite and offer you unbiased opinions on all that we present. 

Also covered is the free market economy, ‘anti-business’ strategy of the Tory government and what we mean by driving down the middle of the road, you will hit cars going both ways! 

And of course… Riots and Protests of the last week, the relaxation of social distancing measures and Pauls predictions about Brexit. 

Song this week is America - Ventura Highway

Hello Listeners.

Join Paul and Calum on the next instalment of The Birth of The English Nation!

This show features:

Æthelstan or Athelstan (/ˈæθəlstæn/; Old English: Æþelstan[a] or Æðelstān;[b] Old Norse: Aðalsteinn meaning "noble stone"; c. 894 – 27 October 939) was King of the Anglo-Saxons from 924 to 927 and King of the English from 927 to 939 when he died.[c] He was the son of King Edward the Elder and his first wife, Ecgwynn. Modern historians regard him as the first King of England and one of the greatest Anglo-Saxon kings. He never married and had no children. He was succeeded by his half-brother, Edmund

Also Calum and Paul talk about the Battle of Brunanburh:

The Battle of Brunanburh was fought in 937 between Æthelstan, King of England, and an alliance of Olaf Guthfrithson, King of Dublin; Constantine II, King of Scotland, and Owain, King of Strathclyde. The battle is often cited as the point of origin for English nationalism: historians such as Michael Livingston argue that "the men who fought and died on that field forged a political map of the future that remains [in modernity], arguably making the Battle of Brunanburh one of the most significant battles in the long history not just of England, but of the whole of the British Isles."[1]

Hello Listeners!

Catch up with Paula and Ben on the weekly Monday Live Stream and Podcast!

It has been a crazy week in the world, with protests in England and America.

Hear Ben and Paul discuss all the happenings relating to news, CV-19, business and economy.

This weeks song - ZZ Top - Gimme all your lovin

Welcome to Part 4 of 8 of the Birth of the English Nation History Series from Paul and Calum of Aspen Waite.

This week Calum and Paul take an in-depth look at who Paul describes as possibly the 2nd most important woman in English History.

Æthelflæd, Lady of the Mercians (c. 870 – 12 June 918) ruled Mercia in the English Midlands from 911 until her death. She was the eldest daughter of Alfred the Great, king of the Anglo-Saxon kingdom of Wessex, and his wife Ealhswith.

Æthelflæd was born around 870 at the height of the Viking invasions of England. By 878, most of England was under Danish Viking rule – East Anglia and Northumbria having been conquered, and Mercia partitioned between the English and the Vikings – but in that year Alfred won a crucial victory at the Battle of Edington. Soon afterwards the English-controlled western half of Mercia came under the rule of Æthelred, Lord of the Mercians, who accepted Alfred's overlordship. Alfred adopted the title King of the English, claiming to rule all English people not living in areas under Viking control. In the mid-880s, Alfred sealed the strategic alliance between the surviving English kingdoms by marrying Æthelflæd to Æthelred.

Hello Listeners!

Join us today for more antics in Aspen Waite Media land.

Paul and Ben will join you live on Monday every week where we bring to you an honest opinion and review of the previous week's goings-on.

This is in terms of News, Business and Media happenings especially related to Covid19 and how we are being affected in the UK.

We hope you enjoy this episode!

Today's Song - The Verve - Lucky Man

Hello listeners

Join the esteemed cuddly Viking and Son as we traverse the depths of History together. 450 AD to 1066 AD.

And this week we have a special on King Alfred the Great!

Great to hear Paul and Calum discussing one of the most famous characters in English History - one who played a key roll in establishing 'England'.

Some info:

Alfred the Great (Old English: Ælfrēd,[b] Ælfrǣd,[c] 'Elf-counsel' or 'Wise-elf'; between 847 and 849 – 26 October 899) was King of Wessex from 871 to c. 886 and King of the Anglo-Saxons from c. 886 to 899. He was the youngest son of King Æthelwulf of Wessex. His father died when he was young and three of Alfred's brothers, Æthelbald, Æthelberht and Æthelred, reigned in turn before him.

After ascending the throne, Alfred spent several years fighting Viking invasions. He won a decisive victory in the Battle of Edington in 878 and made an agreement with the Vikings, creating what was known as the Danelaw in the North of England. Alfred also oversaw the conversion of Viking leader Guthrum to Christianity. He defended his kingdom against the Viking attempt at conquest, becoming the dominant ruler in England.[1] Details of his life are described in a work by 9th-century Welsh scholar and bishop Asser.

Join us in Part 2 of this Historical Series with Paul and Calum.

They take from around 450 AD right up to the Battle of Hastings 1066 with lots of info on geographical context, historical figures of note, what the peoples of the time were like, what they ate, and their settlements.

Today covers the first Norsemen invasions and we go up to the time of King Alfred fleeing to the Somerset Levels after the Vikings launched a surprise attack on his base in Chippenham on January 6th 876.

We start the episode and end with Blood Swan - Anglo Saxon Music and Instruments

This is a video series so watch it here:

The Birth of The English Nation Part 2

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Hello Listeners! 

Join Paul and Ben today for their Monday catch up on the antics of the weekend since the last live stream on Friday. 

There has been much criticism of the Government and we hear their take on this. 

The number of CV deaths over the weekend was extremely low, but why don’t the media put a good news spin on anything? There is definitely great room for optimism!

One could argue the government are devoid of strategy and plan to come out of lockdown. Will they convince us otherwise over the next few days and weeks? 

Is Boris making political decisions regarding Covid19 with a direct aim of not alienating the northern demographic of voters?

“Neo Marxist behaviour from a government that should be acting in a democratic way.” As Paul put it. 

People and country are divided and we discuss in this episode points regarding furlough, unemployment, teachers, unions etc in their stance.

We discuss the local protests at London that happened recently with people trying to protect their rights by going outside and the reaction from Police. 

Also the need to start back up with football for the mental health of the public, and real stories about hospitals and treatment to members of the public NOT relating to Covid19.

Today’s Song - XTC - Generals and Majors

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And hello Viking Father and Son! 

Calum and Paul Waite on the show today with a history special. Talking about the birthing of Britain!  

Going from Tribal cultures around Britain with no cohesion, to Roman Rule, to the invasion of the Vikings, to the Legend of King Arthur!

What was life like back then in England? 

The Anglo Saxon and Germanic Tribal Raids and the ill-prepared Romano British drove to exile by ‘merciless barbarians’ as described by people of the time. 

Dominated culturally by the invaders/inhabiters, life was changed forever. 

Warrior vs a subservient culture. 

King Arthur is a Legend in English history and we have a great discussion about this mysterious man. Was he real? He is said to be asleep beneath Glastonbury Tor! 

The angles, The East Saxons, The South Saxons and the Jutes. Cornwall, Wessex, Mercia and Northumbria. 

In Scotland, you had the Picks and in Wales, the Ancient Britains that to some extent preserved their identity throughout time. 

We also talk about the origin and development of the English Language as we know it today and the influence of Pagan Gods on our culture. What the diet would have been like in Anglo Saxon time and the kind of activities people would pass the time with. 

Take a trip through History with us and get to know British heritage!

Today’s Song - Hash Pipe - Weezer

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Today’s Song - The Vines - Get Free

Hello Listeners!

Happy Thursday and sending hope and joy to you all!

Always good to catch up with the Cuddly Viking (Paul) and Emperor Ming (Johnno) for some friendly discussion. 

We talk about being a true friend and our inevitable expansion of Aspen Waite to Ireland which is very exciting news. 

This sparks a hearty discussion of trust, family and connection through opportunities with great people. The true way in which we build the Aspen Waite family. 

It’s good to get an insight into the way that ideas are formed and fermented into success. Do all businesses look at things in the same way? No, and this is what sets us apart. 

Doing something kind can come back at you tenfold - and we get some great real life human stories of how this has worked within Aspen Waite in this episode. 

Being personable can go a long way. 

We also talk about the Radio project, the excitement, the challenges and plans for the future. 

Of course some Covid19 news as well - antibody testing, how many people are out in lockdown, and real-life examples of the bounceback loan. 

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Today’s Song - The Vines - Get Free

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Today’s song - Ultravox - The Voice 

Hope you are all well :) 

Today we delve deep from the start into the furlough scheme. Announced is the extension of scheme until October. 

Hear Paul’s and Darren’s thoughts on this, the implications to business in the UK. 

Lots of uncertainty on how operations are going to work. 

The financial implications are also HUGE! The cost to the government and in the future the cost to us? 

How is the furlough scheme affecting employees? Do they feel as though they will ever be back to work? The mental health and wellbeing of furloughed employees is a massive subject also, which is discussed in this episode. 

There is also the issue of accrued holiday from the scheme from an employers perspective. 

2 months into lockdown now - what are consequences of furlough going on for another four months. 

We look at this from the perspective of the employer and employee. 

Other areas including general life in lockdown and real dangers like Alcoholism due to alcohol sales being up 83 per cent during the lockdown. 

Hear some great ways of using your imagination to not just ‘exist’ through the lockdown. Social distance hangouts, and virtual cloud pubs!!

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Today’s song - Ultravox - The Voice

Today's song - Sweet Home Alabama

Hello Listeners!

Today we are joined by the wholesome team of Rob Hook and Marc Carey of Aspen Waite land.

It's great to hear their insights and Rob is actually a Covid19 survivor so naturally poignant to hear his story. Family and Rob are now recovered and well.

Today we are talking about the future and commonality. Will people travel in the same way in the future?

There was a way fo working pre-covid-19 and we take a delve into this episode with the question of what will be the new normal? A cultural shift and the shift of fear as Rob puts it.

Encouraging change with technology, process and systems. The change is going to benefit a lot of people to work more effectively.

Aspen Waite have never been closer as a team so let's shine that light out onto the rest of the world. "Keep the Antennas up, make sure you're talking to your customers and your clients" as Marc says in this episode.

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Today's song - Sweet Home Alabama

Happy start tot he week - we have a lively and opinionated debate today from Ben and Paul who do not tiptoe around the present circumstances of lockdown and last nights Boris Johnson broadcast.

People are very confused and feel direction was not clear enough on the exit strategy of the lockdown or what people are advised to do in this situation.

We cover what the media headlines, and what could be described as misinformation or fearmongering from the media. Where is the hope?

Also covered are recent worldly statistics.

There is lively debate on death rates and speculation on what could have happened if there was no lockdown.

And much more as always! Tune in and join in with the conversation :)

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Today's Song - Talk Talk - Such a Shame

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Hello Listeners! 

Welcome to Thursday's show. Hope everyone is well :) 

Happy Business! So important for now and forever. Listen to Paul and Johnno get into the whole idea of happy business in this episode. All bourne of a one-stop-shop concept for intellectual property. 

Positivity is so important for everyone - let's keep it going! 

Also covered:

• Mediocrity being banned in business (bought on by the last recession) 
• The concept of Family 
• The importance of staying happy
• Tips for staying positive (counting your blessings and gratitude)
• Who moved my cheese (a great book) 
• Wellness and Aspen Waite's new Wellness venture
• The current COV19 situation (recap on news - we are all waiting for Sunday) But why Paul and Johnno have stopped following media so closely and finding their own outlets to catch up on news
• And much more!! 

Today's song hong kong garden - Siouxsie and the banshees

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Hello Listeners!

Today is Wellbeing Wednesday with the Aspen Waite Livestream and Podcast! And we are happy to be here with Ben Eltham, Darren talbot and special Guest Rob Lester.

Rob is director of Moral Training & Development LTD and covers mental health & wellbeing as part of his offerings to the world.

We hear more about his company and links to Darren and Aspen Waite.

Rob started a community project called Lads and Dads which is a great initiative that really brings people together in the community and offers support.

Learn more in the episode about this and more from Rob.

https://www.facebook.com/groups/612559259272314/ (link to the lads and dads Facebook group).

Today's Song - ELO - Mr Bluesky
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Hello Listeners!

Welcome and good morrow to you all.

Join Marc, Paul and Ben on a conversation journey today that stems the depths of common and not so common knowledge. We aspire to connect the empire and collaboration plays a key part in this.

Collaboration has been essential to the success of Aspen Waite. People, and collaboration. See from this conversation why it is so important to all of us and real-life examples of how collaboration has worked in our favour.

Whether that is Marc on his educational and environmental collaborations, Ben on Radio, or Paul and Action Coach Lots of good examples in this episode.

We hope you are ready for a very interesting story about Chickens!

We also cover Covid19 updates (lowest number of deaths yesterday in UK since the 30th March). Are the government going to look at European findings to help them navigate a Lockdown Exit Strategy?

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Link to Song - Stop Me - Mark Ronson

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Hello Listeners!

Welcome back and hope you all had a lovely weekend :)

On today's show, Ben and Paul have a Monday catch up and discuss the weekend goings-on in the news and lockdown life.

We had a really great day last Friday with the launch of Aspen Waite Radio, and kick off with this show with a discussion around the radio, and plans for the future.

www.aspenwaiteradio.co.uk - Listen to it live now! 24/7 music :)

Topics covered - the expectations of government to roll out plans over the next few days on Lockdown exit strategy, the two camps of mindset relating to CV and risk, discrimination, civil liberty and democracy.

Also, a discussion on the different stances employers are taking on the lockdown situation, the difference in people as business owners. Morality is not always the leading factor!

Collective responsibility - it is the Government's role to advise, not dictate. 

Today's song - Killer Queen - Queen

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Song today - Even Flow by Pearl Jam

Hello Listeners!

An extra special live stream for you today with a warm welcome to Calum the Viking!! 

Calum has always been interested in fitness with years of experience in weight training and nutrition. An avid researcher into the subject he brings a wealth of knowledge and practical advice on how to eat and train healthy. 

Paul and Ben are also very much into their sport and fitness so this is a great episode to soak up. 

Covered are:

• Mental health - the importance of getting sun and exercising fro your body and brain
• Vitamin D - most of us are deficient but why is this such an important vitamin for us? 
• Diet - What defines healthy? is there a one fits all magic diet? It can seem like it with the latest trends and fads but is it as simple as that? 
• Exercise to be smarter
• Alcohol - Is there a correlation between alcohol and mental or physical agility? 
• And much more! 

Today is the launch of Aspen Waite Radio so hope you all enjoy listening to some great music from Aspen Waite over the weekend too.

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Song today - Even Flow by Pearl Jam

Welcome to another action-packed discussion on Aspen Waite Live! 

Today we are joined by Paul Waite and Johnno Harris interviewed by Ben and we delve deep into the current climate of the UK Coronavirus pandemic and business in the UK. 

What is covered in this episode: 

• Views on the government and the unacceptable lack of information relating tot he exit strategy of lockdown
• Observations of businesses adapting to reopen even if lockdown stays
• Measures that would help the UK and economy
• The people of the UK making their own democratic decisions
• The furlough scheme - is it an anti-employment measure? It does not stop the economy tanking
• The positive effects of lockdown, including technology and environment and peoples potential perception changes after lockdown

Song today - Messages - Orchestral Manoeuvers in the Dark

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Check out yesterday's live stream with Darren Talbot and Gary White!

These guys are out on the front lines with real UK businesses tackling the challenges of the current pandemic and it is great to hear it from their perspective.

Covered today is Mental Health, the hope of coming out of lockdown, the resilience of UK business owners, professional sport including bringing sport back for community & wellbeing, R&D, and much more!

Song today is Queen - We are the Champions
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Hello listerners. 

Join Paul Marc and ben on this lively Tuesday discussion! 

Points covered in today's live stream: 

• The first lawsuit against the government for breaking the law in the enforcement of a UK lockdown
• Councils and Grants - Aspen Waite were wrongfully refused a grant and this is discussed
• The recent protest in Glastonbury at the weekend, the reaction by the police, and reaction by the media
• The new 'Bounce Back Loan'
• The Asoen Waite Radio Launch! And Paul's mindset and reasoning for such a vast project 

Song this week - True Faith - New Order 

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Hope all are keeping well!

Visibly more people were out and about during the weekend, numbers were visibly higher on roads and in public places.

We have no idea from the government on an exit strategy or when things will open again.

Are people taking things into their own hands? Saying "I have had enough now"? 

Paul and Ben discuss the goings-on of the last few days in the UK relating to c-19, the government and media.

Bad communication-Ville as Paul puts it!

Mental health, recent published articles and UK cv-19 statistics are also discussed in this episode.

How can we measure the impact of lockdown? From business and the economy to massive surges in domestic violence and mental health issues. 

Paul suggests that lockdown continuing with no easing will be one of the worst decisions in history...

Also a big discussion about the furlough scheme... Well-intentioned, but is it working in the way the government expected? Or is it a financial incentive for businesses to break up their workforce?

And much more... 

Song this week - The Motors - Dancing The Night Away 

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What a special show we have for you today!

Paul Waite interviewing legendary trainer and jockey Jonjo O'Neill.

John Joseph "Jonjo" O'Neill (born 13 April 1952) is an Irish National Hunt racehorse trainer and former jockey. He is a native of Castletownroche, County Cork in Ireland. Based at the Jackdaws Castle training establishment in England. O'Neill twice won the British Champion Jockey title (1977-78 & 1979-80) and won the Cheltenham Gold Cup on the mare, Dawn Run who became the only horse to complete the double of winning the Champion Hurdle and the Gold Cup at the Cheltenham Festival. He won 900 races as a jockey.

At the 2009 Cheltenham Festival, Wichita Lineman, an O'Neill trained horse, won the William Hill Trophy. On 10 April 2010, Jonjo O'Neill trained Don't Push It to win the Grand National. In seven attempts as a jockey he had never completed the course but Don't Push It, ridden by the champion jockey Tony McCoy (whose best finishes in fourteen previous attempts had been third places) overtook Black Apalachi at the last fence and pulled clear on the run in to win by five lengths. In March 2012 he trained Synchronised to win the Cheltenham Gold Cup.

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Today's Song - #9 Dream - John Lennon

Happy Thursday - hope all is well!

Join Paul, Ben and Johnno today in another great live stream as we have a real discussion about the happenings of the week with Aspen Waite reactions government decisions in the CV Pandemic.

Schemes in place that are 'unnecicarily complicated' as Paul puts it that could cause everlasting damage to the economy and UK business.

Nevertheless... AW clients are overall in good shape and there is hope.

Great advice is paramount!

In this episode there are also comparisons between UK and countries like Sweden, the statistics of death rate and who is handling the crisis better.

Also an interesting discussion about vaccinations and democratic decisions for the public.

Don't forget to tube in tomorrow live on our Facebook page at 12:30pm for interview with racehorse trainer Jonjo O'Neil!

Podcast will be available from Friday afternoon. 

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Link to today's song -  The Killers - Brightside 

Happy mid week! And we have a great episode for you today centred around mental health and wellbeing.

Tracey Mulvhill is a researcher and expert in health and wellbeing. She specialises in something called Trauma Informed Yoga and has some great insights and tips to help us all become more mindful.

She also gives some info on where we can best start our yoga journey from home in this lockdown scenario.

Yoga has so many benefits physically, mentally and spiritually and is a great way to restore balance and lower stress.

Rob and Darren have great insight in this episode on good, forward thinking leadership - discussing how life will look in business after the lockdown.

Culture trumps strategy... an interesting concept, find out more in this episode. 

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Link to today's song - KT Tunstall - Suddenly I See  

We hope you are dandy on this fine Tuesday.

Join Ben, Paul and Marc today in another live stream, talking about business now and looking to the future.

Paul is working and advising clients every day and, in this episode, we have real world examples of what UK businesses are doing to overcome the challenges of the Covoid19 pandemic.

From beer online sales to lady beauty products turned hand sanitiser distributors.

We also talk about the shape of industry in the future, with AI and robotic warehouses that mitigate the risk of disease in the workforce.

With always an eye on current affairs there is also discussion on the recent protests of the American people during CV outbreak, and how we are comparing to other countries in reaction to the pandemic.

Song this week - Rick James - Superfreak

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And a happy Monday to you all!

Paul was sat in the sun today in the garden ready for another lively debate with Mr Eltham.

Keeping it real as always, the discussion took many twists and turns with opinions on all things current in the CV crisis.

How long will we be bound to our homes? Why is the media reporting in such a way that seems to have no room for positivity?

Over the weekend, we saw a fall in daily death rate of CV fatalities and the media still reported in a way that seemed the opposite of highlighting this.

How do we in England compare to the likes of Sweden, and other countries that have took a completely different approach to lockdown than us?

Also in this stream we have reminiscent tales of Churchill and the call to our beloved Mr Johnson to be back at the helm.

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Today's Song - Icehouse - Hey Little Girl

Join us today in a fascinating conversation between Paul and Alistair Hargreaves.

Alistair is an ex professional Rugby player who has turned his efforts now to business, with successful line of craft beer and brand 'Wolfpack'.

We get to hear about Alistair's Rugby career, retirement and late life in business which ties in greatly to the ethos of community and being driven to succeed.

Very interesting conversation and great to hear the ties between mindset as sportsman, and building a business.

Aspen Waite, and Paul have been a great help to Alistair's business career and it looks like a bright future for Wolfpack!

Today's Song - The Windmills of Your Mind - Noel Harrison

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In this live stream the guys delve into the ethics of what we see happening today with businesses that are still able to trade.

Is it fair what is happening?

Should the Supermarkets be contributing more to an ailed society when they are reaping the rewards of this lockdown situation.

Also discussed is the ever changing landscape of how businesses will continue to do business after Covoid19. 'Things will never be the same again'

Todays Song - Live and Let Die Guns N' Roses

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Hope everyone is fine on this sunny day!

Today we have the Man of Steel himself Mr. Darren Talbot giving some great insights. We also have Sales and Marketing Guru Mr. Rob Hook, and arguably the best radio voice in the world Mr. Ben Eltham.

A formidable force of positivity - these men share thoughts and ideas on how positive mindset is so important.

Also discussed is clear planning, refining ideas on being open to change in todays situation for your business and the way you work.

Rob shares some great book titles that can improve your life, and Darren talks about how the life outlook of some Rugby players have such a positive impact on themselves, and those around them.

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Link To Song - Daft Punk Digital Love

After 4 days away from the live stream we are back today with the Aspen Waite team. 

In this broadcast we discuss hot Covid-19 topics such as: 

• The battle between the media and government - are things really being reported in a fair way? 
• Updates from Oksana Artyomenko on Covid numbers and statistics 
• What will happen to the UK economy, businesses and the general well being of the public if lockdown measures ensue in the way they are now
• Should the winners of this situation (i.e. Supermarkets) thrive when so many other businesses are failing? Is there a way around this? 

You will always get honest opinion on our Live Stream and views that are no necessarily in line or aired by the media.

This is a chance for real world people to have their say, so make sure you tube in daily at 12:30pm and send in comments that will be aired live!

Todays Song - Frankie Goes To Hollywood - Two Tribes

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Come and take a trip throughout time, genre and musical prowess over the last 5 decades. A jam packed podcast filled with an eclectic mix of tuneful vibrations. 

From Epic and Folky to Weird and Wonderful.... From Raunchy Rock to Gothically Beautiful. 

Paul and Ben's knowledge in music is vast and it's wonderful to hear them discussing the history behind each track presented in this show.

We hope you have time to kick back, relax and get lost in this musical journey.

As Paul says, where would life be without music? I agree with this sentiment and we need the joy that music brings now more than ever. 

Tracks featured: 

1. björk - Human Behaviour
2. Glen Campbell - Wichita Lineman
3. Clannad - Harry's Game
4. Grace Jones - La Vie En Rose
5. Linkin Park - In The End
6. Madness - The Prince
7. The Hives - Hate To Say I Told You So
8. HIM - The Sacrament
9. Sneaker Pimps - 6 Underground
10. ZZ Top - Gimme All Your Lovin'
11. Beach Boys - I Get Around

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Great to be with you on this fine day. 

In todays live broadcast join Paul, Ben and Johnno in some interesting discussion including: 

• Moments in the week from Paul and Johnno that make you proud to be a part of the groundbreaking Aspen Waite team. Some great news. 
• Real life predictions on the lockdown timeline. Facts, figures and an honest opinion. 
• Economic recovery from the Coronavirus Pandemic
• How this time can make us take stock, run business the right way. Is this a chance to come in alignment economicaly, environmentally and commercially in a way that is for the good of all. 

Today's song - Yvonne Elliman - If I Can't Have You

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Thank you for joining us on today's broadcast.

We hope that this finds you safe and well. 

Points covered in today's show: 

• Leadership and leading by example. How important it is to have strong leadership right now. 
• Sport and finance. Covering some of the happenings in football and rugby surrounding news at the moment. Daren has some real life examples working so closely with Rugby in Wales. 
• Working from home ethic. Building a workforce relationship built on trust and results. Will things look different in the workplace when a state of normality returns to society? 
• And much more!

Today's song is Starman by David Bowie

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Great to have experts of the Aspen Waite team aligning and sharing valuable insight and information with us in this way.

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Link to Song (D.Ream - Thngs Can Only Get Better)

Join Paul Waite, Ben Eltham and guest Rachael Wood in todays Live stream.

As always, you get real, honest opinion from Paul on the day to day living and business situation we find ourselves in due to Covoid-19.

We hope everyone is staying safe and coping with the struggles presented to us. Well being is very important. We loved in particular Racheal's point in this broadcast about keeping a gratitude journal and starting the day off every day positively.

Today's song is Cameo - Word Up!

Link to today's live stream video

Take a listen and enjoy today's live-stream and podcast.

Paul and Johnno delve into the Business Interruption Loan Scheme and advice for businesses applying for loans.

Song today was:
Louis Armstrong - We have all the time in the world

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We always welcome questions as we are here to support and help you through this time.

Email friend@aspen-waite.co.uk to get a response directly, or leave comments on the live broadcasts.

We are live streaming every day across youtube and our social media channels, giving you live news, advice and opinions on current affairs. In particular the Coronavirus Pandemic. 

Tune in live at 12:30pm www.facebook.com/aspenwaite 

Today we spoke to Paul Waite and Ben Eltham about practical business advice in the time of the Coronavirus, and we hear Paul's reaction to the way the British Government have handled the situation up to present. 

Song this week is 

Theres A Ghost In My House - R.Dean Taylor 
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ug_NpT5Io8g 

Did you ctch today's Live Stream? 

Watch it here: 
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kIljy4DSvos 

Join us early in the podcast this week as Drew and Paul discuss the spring budget hot off the press. 

We go through the key highlights and Paul's opinion on these. 

It has been deemed the greenest budget in years, has a key focus on innovation, funding for FE colleges and also mitigating risks of the Coronavirus, with plans to support UK businesses, and all effected financially through the outbreak. 

Watch out for some video that will be on it's way very soon! 

Track this week
JJ72 - Oxygen 
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6oQUy5IhBq4 

This week Ben and Paul talk about the Coronavirus. 

What this could mean for Aspen Waite, the UK and business. 

Is it being overhyped by the media? 

Find out more in this lively episode of the Aspen Waite Complete Business Growth Service Podcast. 

Track this week 

Temples - Keep In The Dark
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rjkpVHvoeOY 

This week Ben and Paul are discussing the Aspen Waite Radio project. 

Take a listen for some insight into Pauls decision to make this differentiating expansion into radio and media. 

"Ultimately, Aspen Waite Radio is a fantastic, novel and differentiating way of representing the essence f Aspen Waite - in all of its wonderful diversity to the outside world."

Central to Aspen Waite's philosophy is to Educate, are you ready to Enjoy being Entertained?

This week's song is a corker:

Fleet Foxes - Your Protector
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dtVPJVxqcS8  

Join this weeks discussion in the brand new radio studio! First of many wonderful shows recorded in this top class facility... more about that soon. 

In this episode we hear some stories of days gone by with Paul, where he gives example of some difficult moral decisions that had to be made regarding clients and business. 

These types of decisions define who you are as a person and as a company. Aspen Waite are held in such high esteem nationally because of our highly ethical approach to business and people. 

We are here to do right by you and do the right thing. 

As Paul says 'we get in the trenches with you, and are there when you need it most'. 

Enjoy! Song this week is Friday on My Mind by The Easybeats
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3iW2_Ec3uEU 

Ben Eltham is on the road this week speaking to the lovely Andras and Norbert of Social Media guru company Esemdee. 

Andras and Norbert set up a digital marketing agency but could not find a platform they were happy with when handling multiple accounts and that could service multi national clients as well as small business clients. So, they sourced and employed some extremely talented people to make one for them. In fact, the system worked so well and was so easy for their clients to use with great results that the idea for releasing Esemdee was born.

"We are all about making social media easy for any business, including yours. We know how fast social media moves and how sometimes, simply keeping track of what your users are posting seems like a job in itself. We also understand how hard it is to give users freedom to post while protecting the brand you are working hard to promote. Esemdee was created to make our lives easier, so we know it will work for you."

If you have ever felt mystified about the world of social media, pop on this episode and soak up the knowledge that these industry experts have to share. 

Link to esemdee site:
www.esemdee.com 

Song this week is:
Ted Nugent - Strangehold
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0c3d7QgZr7g 

Join Paul Waite and Be Eltham this week in a lively discussion. Recorded on 31.01.2020 - an important day for Britain as it marks our leaving the EU. 

Song this week has a fitting title:

Do Anything You Wanna Do by Eddie and the Hotrods
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rK8pAfhC4Rk 

Join Ben and Paul this week in an episode titled 'The Age of The Review'

With the internet, google, trip advisor and all of the other great applications out there, it is easy for consumers to leave their opinion about your business. 

How do you get things right? 

Being client facing and having impactful, effective marketing as well as offering an outstanding product is all part of this.

Listen here for tips to be successful in business, and Paul's idea about reviews. We also touch on YouTube! 

Song this week is:

Rush - The Spirit of Radio
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Juv5Ifs2fFY 

Join Paul Waite and Drew Armstrong in the CBGS podcast this week. 

Aspen Waite have hit the ground running this year and there will be no slowing down!

Topics we cover in this podcast: 

• High level start of year successes
• Converting clients to more company services, earlier in the business relationship
• Know your client - demonstrating knowledge of their field, warmth and company confidence in meetings
• Social media at a community level
• Honesty, recognising opportunity and staying true to yourself
• Effective communication - the power and importance of collaboration for internal meetings and projects
• Real world marketing. Asking questions to make your target audience think.

Plus more!

Track this week:

The Adventures - Broken Land
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WFsg2cXSOgQ 

Welcome back Drew Armstrong, Ben Eltham and the man himself Mr Paul Waite in the first podcast episode of the new year. 

In this one we discuss the happenings of the Christmas break, which saw not so much a break, but an exciting opportunity arise for Paul. 

The new year is a time for resolutions, or as we coined in this episode, New Years Reflections. A time to reflect and look at what you have achieved, what you can make better and what you will aim for in the future. 

A business plan is like a guide to the New Years resolutions of a company, as we find out in this episode. 

Song this week:

The Mission - Severina
 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5imgSBS8FiA 

This week Paul and Marc Carey have an interesting talk with Internationally acclaimed musician Steve Rodgers, son of the great Paul Rodgers (Free, Bad Company, Queen).

They discuss all things music and what makes Steve tick as an artist.

We have 3 of his standout tracks aired on this episode:

Sorrow
I Will Grow 
Sunshine

Here is some background info:

Steve Rodgers, singer songwriter, has just completed recording his much anticipated first album, due for release this year and produced by Ken Nelson (Coldplay, Snow Patrol, Paolo Nutini) mixed by Adrian Bushby (Foo Fighters, Muse). His songs reflect his passion for life’s depth, mystery and wonder, recorded with his band of like-minded musicians. Critics compare his music to a mix of Jack Johnson, Paolo Nutini and Cat Stevens.

At 14 he began to write his own songs on guitar and piano. He started a band with his friends at 17, ‘Lost Sons of Davros’. From the ‘Lost Sons’ came ‘Boa’ they created two great albums – their first single ‘Duvet’ was the title track to the Japanese multi award- winning animation series Manga ‘Lain – Serial Xperiments’. They toured the States, the UK and after much enjoyment, Steve decided to follow his own path.

He has ‘guested’ at Wembley for Bad Company, Aerosmith’s Joe Perry and the Robert Randolph Band. Tours have included support slots for Bad Company in the UK and Japan and his own headline dates in the UK and Canada. Steve has also supported The Deborah Bonham Band and Midge Ure on their respective tours in the UK and Europe. In 2014 he supported Bad Company again with Lynyrd Skynyrd for their coast to coast US tour and in September 2015 he joined Stackridge for a three month tour of the UK. 

Join us this week on a magical sleigh ride through Paul and Ben's favourite Christmas tracks. 

Music is a gift, and Christmas would not be the same without these wonderful tunes to fill us with glee and merriment. 

We have a good eclectic mix of music in this podcast - from carols, to pop, to rock and even an old school crooner. This is not your typical playlist and you may even find a few tracks or versions of songs that you have never heard before! 

And of course, expect the classic CBGS podcast banter between songs. 

We hope you are all having an amazing December in the lead up to Christmas, and we are wishing you a magical year ahead. 

Full Track Listing: 

1. Coventry Carol - Choir of King's College, Cambridge 
2. I Believe in Father Christmas - Greg Lake
3. Little Drummer Boy - The Dandy Warhols  
4. Walking in the Air - Peter Auty
5. Silent Night - Choir of King's College, Cambridge 
6. In Dolce Jubilo - Mike Oldfield
7. Frosty The Snowman - The Ronettes
8. Sleigh Ride - The Ronettes
9. Winter Wonderland - Darlene Love 
10. Christmas (Baby Please Come Home) - Darlene Love
11. Ring Out Solstice Bells - Jethro Tull
12. A Spaceman Came Travelling - Chris de Burgh
13. Christmas Wrapping - The Waitresses 
14. The Christmas Song. - Nat King Cole 
15. Happy Xmas (War Is Over) - John Lennon 
16. Gaudate - Steeleye Span
18. December - All About Eve 
19. Last Christmas - Wham!
20. It's the Most Wonderful Time of the Year - Andy Williams

This week we recorded the podcast at Donnington Valley Golf Club.

Aspen Waite were proud to announce making the top 100 advisory and accountancy firms in 2019 and to celebrate we wanted to find out more about the journey. Ben Eltham spoke in detail to CEO and Founder Paul Waite about 26 years of ups and downs in business and what it meant to achieve a life long ambition.

This weeks song is McAlmont and Butler ‘Yes’
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SJSaRw1vjxM 

Don't forget to let us know what you thought of the podcast, and any questions you have for Paul and the team. You can contact us on twitter @AspenWaite. 
Enjoy the Show! 

Welcome to this weeks bonus episode of the CBGS podcast - a live keynote speech by Paul Waite from the Thames Valley Business Expo.

Paul talks about innovative disruption in this speech, with examples of businesses who have disrupted the market in different ways. What failing to disrupt can mean for a business.

How disruption can lead to marked differentiation and how Aspen Waite's values have helped us achieve this.

'We strive to add value, and we embrace technology'

'Even if you have achieved success, you cannot rest on your laurels, you have got to keep moving forward'.

Enjoy this live Broadcast, which is available in video format here:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8_VAg3Q5KyI&t=7s 

There will be a week off from the podcast next week as Paul takes a well deserved holiday, and Mr Armstrong is trekking around the mountains of Peru! 

See you in two weeks.

This week we are on the road bringing you a live broadcast from Donnington Valley Hotel - joined by special guest, Dr Oksana Artyomenko – Aspen Waite VP Strategy and Innovation.

Oksana is a cardiologist by training with a passion for solving healthcare challenges. Her background encompasses hospital rounds, pharmaceutical, medical device and clinical research companies. She has an avid background in innovation and is an assessor for Innovate UK. 

Innovate UK - the UK’s innovation agency, runs funding competitions which can help you develop your innovative idea and make it successful. Innovate UK funding competitions provide funding between £25,000 and £10 million.

We are joined today by Ben Eltham also who will be a weekly host on our show!

Enjoy this lively discussion about Innovation. 

This week’s song

Heroes by David Bowie. 
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xEqSOst1dg8 

This week Drew and Paul speak to special guest/co-presenter Ben Eltham. Ben is a media and broadcast specialist for RBL Media and BOTN TV (who Aspen Waite sponsor). 

This is a great discussion where we go over topics such as marketing, outsourcing expertise for your business and the mindset you need to achieve great things. 

The sincerity of ambition and serendipitous synchronicity are amongst the other subjects that feature in this episode. 

Look out on youtube for the video available over the next few days. This was shot in our new podcast and media studio in Bridgwater. 

A warm welcome to Ben, who's professionalism and vision will no doubt take the podcast to new heights. Watch this space! 

Enjoy

Song this week is: 

Windmills of Your Mind – Noel Harrison

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WEhS9Y9HYjU

Coming live this week out of the new Podcast Recording Space in Bridgwater!

Join Drew and Paul in a discussion about Paul's latest keynote speech that took place at Reading Business Expo on 10/10/2019 - Disrupt or Be Disrupted

We also have a discussion about democracy as a whole in this episode, reflecting on the current political climate, Brexit and Parliament.

Did you know that Socrates - the renowned Greek Philosopher didn't actually agree with democracy? We discuss in the podcast but great mini video explaining here:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fLJBzhcSWTk  (thanks for that Calum!)

Hope everyone has had a great week. 

Today's Song is by Roxy Music - Do The Strand

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rmr-ANvGswg 

This week labour proposed a 32-hour workweek. This was a great subject to discuss on our podcast as it made us think about what the future of working in the UK will look like.

Technology and innovation are changing the way that we work, and average working hours have been decreasing over time.  We look at what this means and Paul gives his expert insight on the subject.

We would also like to thank all of the Aspen Waite employees who emailed in their thoughts over the week.

Songs for today - 2 mighty fine Beatles numbers:

Paperback Writer - The Beatles
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yYvkICbTZIQ

Norwegian Wood - The Beatles
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Y_V6y1ZCg_8

We have a special announcement from Paul Waite at the start of the episode before getting into a great interview with Mr David Scheeres, MD of Aspen Waite Wales.

David is a specialist in innovation. We talk about some of his own inventions, patents, innovation today in the UK and much more. We also look at how innovation ties into R&D Tax Credits.

Song this week is:

The Faith Healer - Alex Harvey Band
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HqJ-ETSG4fs 

This week we hear about Paul's sporting background, and how achieving in sport has helped him achieve in business.

We explore how the mentality, discipline and consistency it takes to become a great sportsman can translate into the highly desired skills needed to succeed within business.

We discuss what it means to be a team player, in sport and in business. A top down approach in leadership is also very important.

Hope you enjoy!
Happy Friday.

Song this week:

The Cure - A Forest
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xik-y0xlpZ0 

We have a deep episode for you today. 

Starting political, we get Paul's rundown of current Brexit affairs and UK Parliament. 

The bulk of the episode covers market disruption and disruptive innovation as a business concept and marketing strategy. Why Paul thinks this is such an important key to growth in business. 

If businesses do not disrupt they are more likely to fail. 

We cover industry examples of disruptive innovation, notably the automobile. We also have a great example of how a missed disruptive opportunity led to the decline of a once industry-leading company (Kodac). 

Really enjoyed this episode, and took the leap of going for it with no notes! Let the flow commence. 

To round-up at the end, hear a little about Punk History, and Paul's time turning up to punk gigs dressed as a mod. Always follow your own way, stick to your own values and don't let 'the norm' dictate your image or presence. 

Song this week is Public Image by Public Image Limited
https://www.youtube.com/results?search_query=public+image+limited

This week we have a slightly croaky Mr Armstrong, and an on form Mr Waite talking about the recent Aspen Waite Strategy and Training Day. 

Why hold such events? To form cohesion, promote collaboration and bring great minds together. We talk about the benefits of such days/events.

How do you create disruptive thinking? Or promote Disruptive thinking in the workplace? We delve into the benefits of getting an outside perspective and how this has worked in particular for our new website project. 

Some great tunes also this week:

Sneaker Pimps - 6 Underground 
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2eBZqmL8ehg

Sneaker Pimps - Spin Spin Sugar 
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UjBwe6IL10o

Join Paul and Drew in this lively discussion this week. 

Economics - A subject not understood by many. Paul studied Economics at College and University level and this week we find out how this has helped him in business. 

We cover how life and the economy has changed since Paul was a lad. We also delve a little into politics, education and business ethics.

Interesting episode, hope you enjoy. Feedback always welcome as well as subjects you would like us to discuss. 

In this episode, we talk about Serendipitous Synchronicity- a term coined by Paul when trying to describe some of the happenings in relation to meeting people and opportunities that come seemingly out of the blue.

We have a great discussion about collaboration, real-life examples. What makes good collaboration, and why people can be resistant to collaborate.

We are more powerful together!

Song this week is

#9 Dream by John Lenon
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7zZsKOvXiFo 
 

This week we have a fun episode! Paul has picked four influential songs from the 60's for your enjoyment.

We talk about the band members, what was happening in the music scene at the time and insight into Paul's life - a young man growing up in the 60's.

How has music changed? Does it still have the joyous get up and go go that makes you dance as the oldies do?

Hope you enjoy this one as much as we enjoyed recording it.

Songs this week:

The Ronettes - Be My Baby
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZV5tgZlTEkQ

Small Faces - Itchycoo Park
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JGEgRnvFzLY

Love Affair - Everlasting Love
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JaYTNsS_m2w

R Dean Taylor - Ghost In My House
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ug_NpT5Io8g

The title of the Keynote Speech Paul delivered at Swindon Business Expo on 4th July 2019.

A great listen to gain insight into Paul's journey. We hope you enjoy. 

Join Drew and Paul this week as we discuss the recent keynote speech that Paul delivered at a business expo in Swindon. 

Paul explains how putting out positive energy into the universe will bring positivity, opportunity and fruitful business relationships back tenfold. 

We discuss the opportunities presented to Aspen Waite at this current time, and China on the world stage.

As we creep closer towards Brexit, what can Britain offer other countries that will help us establish strong and healthy business relationships with all! Find out in this episode. 

Episode quick fact:

Did you know that Britain helped build most of the railroad infrastructure in Argentina?

Song this week: 

I Get around - Beach Boys 
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wREBD2og5iY 

We recorded a general episode this week covering some points of interest, including Space facts! 

Aspen Waite exciting news, lucky R&D discoveries, Brexit, the tory leadership battle, and Paul's favourie historical war time generals.

A little different from our usual set up - we hope you enjoy. 

Song this week:

Eutopia by Goldfrapp 
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OB5Qoy8JHdI 

Paul on fire this week as he delves into the real implications of a no deal Brexit as we discuss facts that have not been covered by the mainstream media. 

Other great highlights in this episode are 'the politics of envy' and ideas on the optimum tax rate. 

News of Boris Johnson wanting to raise the 40% income tax threshold to £80k has sparked a lively tax discussion in this episode as we tackle whether this would work or not. 

Paul's passion about this subject make great listening so jump in and enjoy!

Also included is news on our new Wantage Office and the Aspen Waite China UK venture. 

Song this week:

Rock the Boat - The Cues Corporation 
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fO1Z8ikSEPU 

We also hear from a few of our colleagues who had family members in the war and learn more about Southwick.

Based in Hampshire, Southwick played host to General Eisenhower during the planning of Operation Overlord.

https://www.southwickrevival.co.uk/d-day/

In this episode, Paul delves into budgeting. Do businesses budget effectively? 

Budgeting is a very important stage in your financial planning for a business and as Paul says in this episode:

"If you don't plan, then you plan to fail"

We also talk about the role of a chief financial officer, which will differ in every company. You may not need a full-time CFA but Paul explains why it will always be beneficial to get expert advice on the financial planning and structure of your business. 

Song this week:
Temple of Love by Sisters of Mercy
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=evu3I0ZoERc 

What is a group structure? The difference between subsidiary and associate companies, partnerships and sole traders.

Paul explains why it is important to be well advised when thinking about the right way to structure your company. From protecting your assets, to tax benefits and having more control over certain areas of your business.

We have a little discussion on international company structures, and Paul's thoughts on the controversial subject of offshore companies.

Song this week:

Happy Together - Turtles
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9ZEURntrQOg 

What is it? How can it help in the process of your business growing?

Paul delves into this, and the power of patents. 

Exciting news as Aspen Waite are teaming up with two companies. One that specialises in intellectual property valuations and the other - grants. Paul's Happy IP concept has been born from this collaboration, so sit back, listen in, and take note of the benefits of Intellectual Property. We also cover how companies can benefit from things like R&D tax relief, and innovation grants.

Song this week:

Sugar by The Editors
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZWcc5VJiRVA 

We discuss organic growth through hard work and graft to franchising, acquisition and company mergers. 

We also dive into the importance of collaboration. How collaborative efforts between you and other business partners can take all different forms, from a hand shake to written legal agreements, but should always be mutually beneficial. 

Paul works collaboratively in every area of business which directly relates to the success of Aspen Waite.

Song this week

Black Rebel Motorcycle Club - Spread Your Love
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9gpbjprHivM 

Happy Easter!

This week Drew and Paul have a discussion about management within business. 

Should there be a visionary driving your business? And how important is it for your managerial team to support and embrace your companies culture and values?

With real life insights from Paul we hope you enjoy and can take some of the reflections away, and they help you within your own business environment. 

Song this week:

Nick Drake - Riverman
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=idcaRTg4-fM

This is must hear advice for any entrepreneur or business owner looking to understand how to get the most out of their tax planning strategy.

We hear Paul's stances on giving the best client advice to keep Corporation Tax down, why it is so important to be proactive instead of reactive when it comes to tax, and why you should be working with an accountant or tax advisor to maximise your potential. 

This week's song:

Donna Summer - State of Independence 
https://www.youtube.com/results?search_query=donna+summer
 

What we cover in this episode:

• What R&D is
• Real life examples of R&D projects 
• How to spot when your company is partaking in R&D activities
• Paul's notion that if you are an innovative, or growing company, you will be partaking in R&D activities
• The importance of record keeping, accounting, and documenting your project challenges
• Why you and your company will benefit by seeking professional, expert advice on and R&D tax planning strategy

Song for the podcast this week:

Arcade Fire & David Bowie - Wake Up
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=z6c9Ejfu-iU

Mr Armstrong is in the hot seat with Mr Marc Carey, CEO of Aspen Waite South East. 

We hear a little about Marc and being an Entrepreneur. We also delve into R&D within businesses and the power of community. 

Song this week is Frank Turner - Little Changes

Conflict is something that is often avoided, but is ultimately inevitable in a business and human environment. 

Paul draws on his 25 years experience in business, work as mediator, CEO and manager of people. We look at the common causes of conflict, in the workplace, business and legal environments, an Paul gives some great advice on how to manage conflict effectively. 

Some great insights in this episode. 

This weeks song: 

No No No by Dawn Penn

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0mNPKNAQl4c 

Paul has 35 years experience in training and has had the chance to be part of some great  programs throughout his career. 

We cover real world examples of training gone wrong and the benefits of laying a good training foundation within your company. It is all about people. People will drive the growth of your business, so to focusing on what kind of help they need to progress is paramount for your business' success. 

Track this week:

White Rabbit by Jefferson Starship
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RdoLcgxvf98 

Discussion points include:

• "Too Busy Syndrome" - why it's all about priorities
• Effective delegation and making the best use of your team
• Tips to manage a demanding workload
• Early warning signs that you might need to manage your time better
• How regular coaching can provide opportunities to reflect and plan

Normal service will resume next Friday when Mr Armstrong is back from his holiday.

Track of the Week: What Kind of Fool by All About Eve
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=srpFd7MAssE

We have an in depth conversation about particular struggles SMEs can face in business. This is a wide subject area so we hone in on cash-flow in this episode. Planning is everything and Paul explains why. 

Is forecasting a valid option for helping you with cash-flow in your business? Find out in this episode. 

This weeks tracks: 

Venus by Shocking Blue: 
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aPEhQugz-Ew 

Never MArry a Railroad Man by Shocking Blue:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tA14_lmnRHE 

Paul shares his opinions on Brexit and gives an update on this week's happenings in Aspen Waite. 

We deep dive into the reason why Mr Waite holds the ethos that building long term sustainable relationships with clients is best practice for business. We also delve into what it means to be emotionally invested in clients, work and relationships. 

Two tracks this week:

Lindisfarne - Lady Elenor
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xPUPMHFn_v0 

Pearl Jam - Even Flow 
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tkbgtVFlyCQ 

Paul is back again after giving over the hot-seat to Mr Marc Carey last week, and we have a great episode for you. 

Updates of what has been happening in Paul's world, insights into media opportunities that have come our way and plans for the future. 

We have an interesting discussion on risks in business, what Paul's experiences have been working with industry leading businesses as an adviser and friend. This is a wide subject and we touch on some great points. 

Is it all about gut and intuition when making those big business discussions? Find out in this episode. 

We are giving more time to the music section of this podcast and this weeks track is by a great English prog rock band:

Ranaissance - Rajah Khan
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ox_hzO6SIAY 

We have a great episode for you this week with special guest Marc Carey, Aspen Waite Business Consultant and director of community radio station 'Deal Radio' based in Kent, UK. 

Marc will be leading the new Aspen Waite East office which is exciting news for us all. 

We have a hearty conversation about social enterprises, and Marc's experience heading up a large community based project (deal radio). This includes its fair deal of challenges, and makes for an interesting listen. 

Can social enterprises still be lucrative business opportunities? We explore this and much more. 

This weeks track:

Rudy Warman & The Heavy Weather - Air
https://rudywarman.bandcamp.com/album/vol-2 

We explore what Paul has experienced in terms of sponsoring events and various sport teams. We look at the opportunities sponsoring brings, and some advice for SME's that are thinking about delving into the world of sponsoring. 

Track of the week:

Echo and the Bunnymen - The Killing Moon
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LWz0JC7afNQ

In this episode of the CBGS podcast, Drew and Paul discuss the opportunities that a new year bring in business. 

Featured song in this episode: 

XTC - Making Plans for Nigel
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=s29RKnB7l7o 

This is a special episode, where Paul recounts the highlights of Aspen Waite as a company in 2018, the personal career highs and prospects for the future.

Paul and Mr. Armstrong are avid music enthusiasts and the episode is broken up by five Christmas themed songs of Paul's choosing, with a little background on why they were chosen. We also perform a special live version of 'With a little help from my friends' - Mr. Armstrong on Acoustic and Paul Singing.

We've also produced a special '12 Days of Christmas' series of videos about Aspen Waite that Mr Armstrong created - we'd love your feedback.

https://www.aspenwaite.co.uk/12-days-of-christmas

Links to songs played in this episode:

Little Drummer Boy - The Dandy Warhols
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JLPylmr5V0M

I Believe in Father Christmas - Greg Lake
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RXCEdrnaFlY

Ring Out Solstice Bells - Jethro Tull
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1ShwcA8KkkM

Sleigh Ride - The Ronettes
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Y6rDA2Czz0E

The Holy and the Ivy - Choir of Kings College Cambridge
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KhPQA4eYwp8

We hope you enjoy, please get in contact if there is any business topic you would like to hear us discuss.

This weeks track:
Icehouse - Man of Colours (live acoustic)

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JaBRPn40Szw 

Paul sheds insight into his experience of public speaking, with tips and guidance as we delve into the vast subject of communication. 

The podcast was recorded in the car as they travelled, so expect something a little different this week and we a pologise for any background noise. 

This weeks song: Eric Clapton - I Shot The Sheriff 
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Qr6Ty3C3aMs 

In this episode we also go in depth into business valuation. Why would you potentially need to value your business? The considerations you need to take when valuing a company and key insights into what Paul's experiences have been. 

Also some key advice on the things you can do when trying to grow the value of your business. 

Quotes from the episode: 

Show Notes, Takeaway Quotes and Paul’s Most Commendable Jokes

"This morning I'm feeling a bit like a Pathia - spicy"

"Your marketing strategy as a start-up no longer applies to a mature business"

"The thing that's very important with marketing is important to recognise who your natural customers are - and who they might be."

Johno's Insight - and Tune of the Week
Good music,  just like good advice,  is timeless.   At Aspen Waite we have been providing sound business advice for over 25 years and this week we’d like to introduce an extraordinary innovator and musical genius.  Dick Dale and his Del-tones.

Dick Dale invented Surf Music in the 1950’s,  he was given the title “King of the Surf Guitar” by his fellow surfers with whom he surfed with from Sun-up to Sun-down.

He met Leo Fender ,  the Guitar and Amplifier guru and Leo asked Dale to play his new creation,  the Fender Stratocaster Electric Guitar.

The minute Dale picked up the guitar,  Leo Fender broke into uncontrolled laughter and disbelief - - he was watching Dale play a right handed guitar upside down and backwards...Dale was playing a right handed guitar left handed, and changing the chords in his head and transposing the chords to his hands to create a sound never heard before.

This is Dick Dale and his Del-Tones with Miserlou https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-y3h9p_c5-M 

In this special, we honour the fallen as Paul delves into the history surrounding WW1. It has been 100 years on from the Great War and this historical event cannot and should not be forgotten.

We would like to thank our Aspen Waite colleagues who submitted their personal stories of families in the war. An article will be linked with these in full soon. 

The songs played on the podcast are:

Somewhere a voice is calling - John McCormack, release 1914
Roses of Picardy - John McCormack, released 1919

We hope you enjoy it as much as we enjoyed recording it!

Show Notes, Takeaway Quotes and Paul’s Most Commendable Jokes

'We're not the sort of people that go home at 5 o'clock and forget about our clients needs.' 

'The Budget was very lopsided for a Tory government. The conservatives are renowned for things like tax cuts, reduced spending; they are probably less socially focused than say the labour party, but this budget was really all about spend, spend, spend.'

'I don't know of many budgets in my lifetime where literally every single tax payer is now probably better off.'

'When you consider small and medium enterprises go up to 50 million turnover, one million pounds of capital expenditure is neither here nor there really.'

'I think it could be argued that our train and road network is increasingly third world.'

'I did want to be a historian but i couldn't see any future in it, I then set up a gentleman's hairdressers but i just couldn't cut it. Finally I went into banking but after short while I lost interest!'

A lovely poem was written by Jenny Lewis about Paul:

You seek him here, you seek him there
You seek someone like Paul Waite everywhere.
In his sights he will bring that light, when all around is gloom
And out from all those murky clouds when heralding that's true
He'll wrap his wings around you lest you ever think you loose
With honesty and pride he'd say
Be strong, be proud, your voice be loud, when all around is gloom 
Because you'll always have Paul Waite standing by for you.

We would like to hear from you! Any feedback or subjects you would like covered drop us an email: podcast@aspen-waite.co.uk

Show Notes, Takeaway Quotes and Paul’s Most Commendable Jokes

‘Creating unique selling points; what makes you special?’

‘One of the key attributes of being an entrepreneur is actually grasping opportunities when they are there.’

One thing you should never underestimate is hard work. Having your own business is incredibly hard work and you need to be committed to a lifetime of 24/7

‘It's better to have 12 £40,000 people than 20 £24,000 people.’

‘Monika Stukova: She has a name like a jet and a talent like a roaring comet!’

‘What is the difference in a solicitor and an accountant? An accountant knows he is boring’ 

http://heybridgeswiftsfc.com/ 

We would like to hear from you! Any feedback or subjects you would like covered drop us an email: podcast@aspen-waite.co.uk

Paul is Chief Executive of Aspen Waite and, in this introductory episode, we go into a little history of the company, its values and a few key points about our Complete Business Growth Service.

Each episode will end with a groovy tune chosen by Johno – our resident Group Business Development Director.

Show Notes, Takeaway Quotes and Paul’s Most Amendable Jokes

"Know your client. Every single person is different, different in a special way. In any number of ways; the person is different, the business is different, the circumstances are always different. One cannot apply a formulaic approach to business"

"Our mission is unashamedly to bring the best of business advice to everyone in the United Kingdom"

"Trust is a very, very important word"

"What's grey on the inside and red on the outside? It’s an inside-out accountant!"