Great Company with Jamie Laing

Michelle Kennedy is the founder and CEO of Peanut, one of the fastest growing social apps for women.

I started Great Company because I wanted to connect with people again. Despite being more connected than ever online, many of us have never felt lonelier.

That's how Michelle felt after becoming a mum to her son, Finn. Instead of accepting that loneliness, she decided to build the community she wished she'd had. That's how Peanut was born.

Since launching in 2017, Peanut has grown to over 5 million registered users, offering women a safe space to ask questions, find support and build connections through every stage of life.

In this conversation, Michelle shares:
Her journey from law to dating app companies
Why she left Bumble to start her app, Peanut
What she thinks makes a great leader and entrepreneur
How Peanut grew from an idea into a community of over 5 million women
The one piece of advice she'd give every founder

Michelle is proof that some of the best businesses start by solving problems you've lived yourself.

Michelle Kennedy is Great Company.

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Jamie – @jamielaing

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greatcompany@jampotproductions.co.uk

THE CREDITS
Producers: Helen Burke
Assistant Producer: Issy Weeks-Hankins
Video: Josh Bennett & Emma Gill
Senior Social Media Manager: Laura Coughlan
Audio: Rafi Amsili Geovannetti
Executive Producer: Ewan Newbigging-Lister

Great Company is an original podcast from JamPot.
Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Simon Pegg is a legend of the entertainment industry, with a career spanning more than 30 years.

Growing up in Gloucester with a cinema just down the road, Simon’s deep love of films was fostered early on. From Shaun of the Dead, Hot Fuzz and The World’s End to Star Trek and the Mission: Impossible franchise, he’s built one of the most beloved bodies of work.

I grew up watching Simon’s films, so getting the chance to meet him was surreal. We talked about everything from working with Tom Cruise and J.J. Abrams to our shared love of horror movies and what it means to be a good dad.

In this conversation, Simon shares:

Why he’ll never make a sequel to the Cornetto Trilogy
Being the child of divorce and what that’s taught him as a parent
His favourite thing about his best friend, Nick Frost
The moment he got the call for Mission: Impossible

Simon is a reminder that turning a childhood passion into a lifelong career isn't about luck, it's about never letting go of the thing you love.

Simon Pegg is Great Company.

'The Undeclared War' is available NOW on C4/ On Demand and on Peacock/ NBC in the US from 27th August

If you enjoyed the show, you can also follow us:
Instagram- @greatcompanypodcast
TikTok - @greatcompanypodcast
Jamie - @jamielaing

And if you've got thoughts, questions and comments, you can email us at: greatcompany@jampotproductions.co.uk

THE CREDITS
Producers: Helen Burke
Assistant Producer: Issy Weeks-Hankins
Video: Josh Bennett
Senior Social Media Manager: Laura Coughlan
Audio: Rafi Amsili Geovannetti
Executive Producer: Ewan Newbigging-Lister

Great Company is an original podcast from JamPot.
Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

It’s Love Island FINAL day!

As another long, hot summer in the villa comes to an end, it feels like the perfect time to look back at my conversation with Love Island royalty, Chloe Burrows.

Chloe is one of the funniest people I’ve ever met. Since leaving the villa, she’s built an incredible career as a podcaster, TV presenter, and all-round good vibes.

In this Great Moment, Chloe reveals what it was really like inside the villa and how it felt to return to the real world after becoming famous overnight.

Listen to the full episode HERE!

If you enjoyed the show, you can also follow us:
Instagram- @greatcompanypodcast
TikTok - @greatcompanypodcast

And if you've got thoughts, questions and comments, you can email us at: greatcompany@jampotproductions.co.uk

THE CREDITS
Producer: Helen Burke
Assistant Producer: Issy Weeks-Hankins
Video: Josh Bennett
Social Media: Laura Coughlan
Exec Producer: Ewan Newbigging-Lister & Jemima Rathbone

Great Company is an original podcast from JamPot
Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Vivian Tu is the founder and CEO of Your Rich BFF, a multi-media company on a mission to make money advice accessible to young people.

Vivian started her career on Wall Street before leaving to set up Your Rich BFF, where she now shares bite-sized lessons on personal finance with millions of people around the world. She's grown a community of more than 8 million people helping each other get rich and stay rich.

In this conversation, Vivian shares:
Why we’re all so uncomfortable talking about money
How to navigate finances in relationships
The biggest money mistakes people make
How to ask for a pay rise... and actually get it

Vivian reminds us that financial freedom isn’t about earning the most money. It’s about making smarter choices with what you have and learning how to make your money work harder for you.

Vivian Tu is Great Company.

Check out Vivian’s podcast Networth & Chill HERE

If you enjoyed the show, you can also follow us:
Instagram – @greatcompanypodcast
TikTok – @greatcompanypodcast
Jamie – @jamielaing

And if you’ve got thoughts, questions and comments, you can email us at:
greatcompany@jampotproductions.co.uk

THE CREDITS
Producers: Helen Burke
Assistant Producer: Issy Weeks-Hankins
Video: Josh Bennett & Harry Sawkins
Senior Social Media Manager: Laura Coughlan
Audio: Rafi Amsili Geovannetti
Executive Producer: Ewan Newbigging-Lister

Great Company is an original podcast from JamPot.
Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Tom Aspinall is the first British UFC Heavyweight Champion of the World. With 15 wins, including 11 by knockout, he’s built a reputation as one of the most devastating finishers in the sport.

I'm a huge UFC fan, so sitting down with Tom was a dream come true. From training as a kid in his Dad's MMA gym to becoming one of the biggest names in the UFC, his story is nothing short of incredible.

In this conversation, Tom shares:
What it was like stepping into the cage for his first fight
The scariest moments of his career so far
His thoughts on the drama between Eddie Hearn and Dana White
What he's learnt as a father to a child with autism
Why being a dad is the most important role in his life

Tom was a reminder that some of life’s biggest wins come from finding the courage to face the things that scare you the most.

Tom Aspinall is Great Company.

Check out Tom's podcast 'The Inner Game' HERE

If you enjoyed the show, you can also follow us:
Instagram- @greatcompanypodcast
TikTok - @greatcompanypodcast
Jamie - @jamielaing

And if you've got thoughts, questions and comments, you can email us at: greatcompany@jampotproductions.co.uk

THE CREDITS
Producers: Helen Burke
Assistant Producer: Issy Weeks-Hankins
Video: Josh Bennett
Senior Social Media Manager: Laura Coughlan
Audio: Rafi Amsili Geovannetti
Executive Producer: Ewan Newbigging-Lister

Great Company is an original podcast from JamPot.

Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.