Thank you for all your support of this show. Make sure to check us out at RuralPod Media . You can follow Rural Business Focus and contact Ben on Twitter @ruralbf_pod or on Instagram @ruralbusinessfocus Please note that this podcast does not constitute advice. Our podcast disclaimer can be found here. Have you thought about the benefits of podcasting for your business? If you want to find out more or work with Ben to make your own podcast or to organise some podcast training for your business vi...
Jan 21, 2025•5 min
Make sure to check us out at RuralPod Media . You can follow Rural Business Focus and contact Ben on Twitter @ruralbf_pod or on Instagram @ruralbusinessfocus Please note that this podcast does not constitute advice. Our podcast disclaimer can be found here. Have you thought about the benefits of podcasting for your business? If you want to find out more or work with Ben to make your own podcast or to organise some podcast training for your business visit ruralpodmedia.co.uk...
Dec 16, 2024•1 hr 5 min
In this episode of FarmGate podcast, host ffinlo Costain talks to Graham Harvey, former scriptwriter and farming story editor for the long-running BBC Radio drama, The Archers - And Ben Eagle who runs RuralPod Media and hosts two farming podcasts: Rural Business Focus and Meet The Farmers. They talk about the public perception of farming, the stories the industry chooses to tell, and how storytelling helps to shape the political, scientific and practical choices of farmers and policymakers. They...
Dec 13, 2024•52 min
Make sure to check us out at RuralPod Media . You can follow Rural Business Focus and contact Ben on Twitter @ruralbf_pod or on Instagram @ruralbusinessfocus Please note that this podcast does not constitute advice. Our podcast disclaimer can be found here. Have you thought about the benefits of podcasting for your business? If you want to find out more or work with Ben to make your own podcast or to organise some podcast training for your business visit ruralpodmedia.co.uk...
Dec 10, 2024•10 min
You can find further information regarding making tax digital at Overview of Making Tax Digital - GOV.UK For more on Ceandice's company visit Main Tax Co – A unique accountancy, tax and business advisory company. Make sure to check us out at RuralPod Media . You can follow Rural Business Focus and contact Ben on Twitter @ruralbf_pod or on Instagram @ruralbusinessfocus Please note that this podcast does not constitute advice. Our podcast disclaimer can be found here. Have you thought about the be...
Nov 26, 2024•33 min
Make sure to check us out at RuralPod Media . You can follow Rural Business Focus and contact Ben on Twitter @ruralbf_pod or on Instagram @ruralbusinessfocus Please note that this podcast does not constitute advice. Our podcast disclaimer can be found here. Have you thought about the benefits of podcasting for your business? If you want to find out more or work with Ben to make your own podcast or to organise some podcast training for your business visit ruralpodmedia.co.uk...
Nov 19, 2024•8 min
Check out pitch up at Pitch Up! Annual call-out to join our growing circular communities. Make sure to check us out at RuralPod Media . You can follow Rural Business Focus and contact Ben on Twitter @ruralbf_pod or on Instagram @ruralbusinessfocus Please note that this podcast does not constitute advice. Our podcast disclaimer can be found here. Have you thought about the benefits of podcasting for your business? If you want to find out more or work with Ben to make your own podcast or to organi...
Nov 12, 2024•26 min
Make sure to check us out at RuralPod Media . You can follow Rural Business Focus and contact Ben on Twitter @ruralbf_pod or on Instagram @ruralbusinessfocus Please note that this podcast does not constitute advice. Our podcast disclaimer can be found here. Have you thought about the benefits of podcasting for your business? If you want to find out more or work with Ben to make your own podcast or to organise some podcast training for your business visit ruralpodmedia.co.uk...
Nov 05, 2024•9 min
Make sure to check us out at RuralPod Media . You can follow Rural Business Focus and contact Ben on Twitter @ruralbf_pod or on Instagram @ruralbusinessfocus Please note that this podcast does not constitute advice. Our podcast disclaimer can be found here. Have you thought about the benefits of podcasting for your business? If you want to find out more or work with Ben to make your own podcast or to organise some podcast training for your business visit ruralpodmedia.co.uk...
Oct 29, 2024•8 min
Make sure to check us out at RuralPod Media . You can follow Rural Business Focus and contact Ben on Twitter @ruralbf_pod or on Instagram @ruralbusinessfocus Please note that this podcast does not constitute advice. Our podcast disclaimer can be found here. Have you thought about the benefits of podcasting for your business? If you want to find out more or work with Ben to make your own podcast or to organise some podcast training for your business visit ruralpodmedia.co.uk...
Oct 25, 2024•8 min
Make sure to check us out at RuralPod Media . You can follow Rural Business Focus and contact Ben on Twitter @ruralbf_pod or on Instagram @ruralbusinessfocus Please note that this podcast does not constitute advice. Our podcast disclaimer can be found here. Have you thought about the benefits of podcasting for your business? If you want to find out more or work with Ben to make your own podcast or to organise some podcast training for your business visit ruralpodmedia.co.uk...
Oct 15, 2024•9 min
You can find out more about Joe's business at craftandscale.com Image credit: Joe Morrison Make sure to check us out at RuralPod Media . You can follow Rural Business Focus and contact Ben on Twitter @ruralbf_pod or on Instagram @ruralbusinessfocus Please note that this podcast does not constitute advice. Our podcast disclaimer can be found here. Have you thought about the benefits of podcasting for your business? If you want to find out more or work with Ben to make your own podcast or to organ...
Oct 08, 2024•53 min
Rachel Eunson is the founder of the UK’s first garden wear brand designed exclusively for women. - Feverfew Garden Company . We learn many lessons in the episode including the power of community, giving away free products and making your idea reality. Image credit: Rachel Eunson Make sure to check us out at RuralPod Media . You can follow Rural Business Focus and contact Ben on Twitter @ruralbf_pod or on Instagram @ruralbusinessfocus Please note that this podcast does not constitute advice. Our ...
Oct 01, 2024•36 min
The 5 components of making a plan: 1. Vision and Goals 2. Situation Analysis (SWOT) 3. Strategy Development 4. Financial Planning 5. Implementation and Review Make sure to check us out at RuralPod Media . You can follow Rural Business Focus and contact Ben on Twitter @ruralbf_pod or on Instagram @ruralbusinessfocus Please note that this podcast does not constitute advice. Our podcast disclaimer can be found here. Have you thought about the benefits of podcasting for your business? If you want to...
Sep 24, 2024•9 min
Make sure to check us out at RuralPod Media . You can follow Rural Business Focus and contact Ben on Twitter @ruralbf_pod or on Instagram @ruralbusinessfocus Please note that this podcast does not constitute advice. Our podcast disclaimer can be found here. Have you thought about the benefits of podcasting for your business? If you want to find out more or work with Ben to make your own podcast or to organise some podcast training for your business visit ruralpodmedia.co.uk...
Sep 17, 2024•10 min
Make sure to check us out at RuralPod Media . You can follow Rural Business Focus and contact Ben on Twitter @ruralbf_pod or on Instagram @ruralbusinessfocus Please note that this podcast does not constitute advice. Our podcast disclaimer can be found here. Have you thought about the benefits of podcasting for your business? If you want to find out more or work with Ben to make your own podcast or to organise some podcast training for your business visit ruralpodmedia.co.uk...
Sep 10, 2024•13 min
You can find out more about Charles at Charles Rose Make sure to check us out at RuralPod Media . You can follow Rural Business Focus and contact Ben on Twitter @ruralbf_pod or on Instagram @ruralbusinessfocus Please note that this podcast does not constitute advice. Our podcast disclaimer can be found here. Have you thought about the benefits of podcasting for your business? If you want to find out more or work with Ben to make your own podcast or to organise some podcast training for your busi...
Sep 03, 2024•36 min
Make sure to check us out at RuralPod Media . You can follow Rural Business Focus and contact Ben on Twitter @ruralbf_pod or on Instagram @ruralbusinessfocus Please note that this podcast does not constitute advice. Our podcast disclaimer can be found here. Have you thought about the benefits of podcasting for your business? If you want to find out more or work with Ben to make your own podcast or to organise some podcast training for your business visit ruralpodmedia.co.uk...
Aug 27, 2024•1 hr 3 min
Make sure to check us out at RuralPod Media . You can follow Rural Business Focus and contact Ben on Twitter @ruralbf_pod or on Instagram @ruralbusinessfocus Please note that this podcast does not constitute advice. Our podcast disclaimer can be found here. Have you thought about the benefits of podcasting for your business? If you want to find out more or work with Ben to make your own podcast or to organise some podcast training for your business visit ruralpodmedia.co.uk...
Aug 20, 2024•10 min
Make sure to check us out at RuralPod Media . You can follow Rural Business Focus and contact Ben on Twitter @ruralbf_pod or on Instagram @ruralbusinessfocus Please note that this podcast does not constitute advice. Our podcast disclaimer can be found here. Have you thought about the benefits of podcasting for your business? If you want to find out more or work with Ben to make your own podcast or to organise some podcast training for your business visit ruralpodmedia.co.uk...
Aug 13, 2024•25 min
Make sure to check us out at RuralPod Media . You can follow Rural Business Focus and contact Ben on Twitter @ruralbf_pod or on Instagram @ruralbusinessfocus Please note that this podcast does not constitute advice. Our podcast disclaimer can be found here. Have you thought about the benefits of podcasting for your business? If you want to find out more or work with Ben to make your own podcast or to organise some podcast training for your business visit ruralpodmedia.co.uk...
Aug 06, 2024•34 min
Make sure to check us out at RuralPod Media . You can follow Rural Business Focus and contact Ben on Twitter @ruralbf_pod or on Instagram @ruralbusinessfocus Please note that this podcast does not constitute advice. Our podcast disclaimer can be found here. Have you thought about the benefits of podcasting for your business? If you want to find out more or work with Ben to make your own podcast or to organise some podcast training for your business visit ruralpodmedia.co.uk...
Jul 30, 2024•9 min
In this episode of Rural Business Focus, Ben interviews James Alcock, CEO of Plunkett UK (formerly the Plunkett Foundation), a national charity that supports rural communities in the UK to set up and run community-owned businesses. They discuss the role of community-owned businesses in empowering rural communities, promoting local supply chains, boosting employment and training opportunities, and creating positive environmental impact. James shares his personal journey and the importance of lead...
Jul 23, 2024•36 min
Make sure to check us out at RuralPod Media . You can follow Rural Business Focus and contact Ben on Twitter @ruralbf_pod or on Instagram @ruralbusinessfocus Please note that this podcast does not constitute advice. Our podcast disclaimer can be found here. Have you thought about the benefits of podcasting for your business? If you want to find out more or work with Ben to make your own podcast or to organise some podcast training for your business visit ruralpodmedia.co.uk...
Jul 16, 2024•7 min
Image credit: Femme Country Magazine Make sure to check us out at RuralPod Media . You can follow Rural Business Focus and contact Ben on Twitter @ruralbf_pod or on Instagram @ruralbusinessfocus Please note that this podcast does not constitute advice. Our podcast disclaimer can be found here. Have you thought about the benefits of podcasting for your business? If you want to find out more or work with Ben to make your own podcast or to organise some podcast training for your business visit rura...
Jul 09, 2024•45 min
Lucy Reeves, co-founder of Muddy Matches, shares her journey of starting a niche dating site for people in the countryside. She discusses the challenges of starting a dating site in the early 2000s and the stigma associated with online dating in rural areas. Lucy emphasizes the importance of persistence and the need to manage expectations in a niche market. She also talks about the evolution of Muddy Matches, from being a community platform to focusing solely on dating. The conversation highligh...
Jul 02, 2024•39 min
In this episode, Ben Eagle is joined by Eric Elgersma and Natasha Foote to discuss the macro and global issues that will shape the world of rural businesses. They explore topics such as transition, connection, and the impact of European and global politics on rural businesses. They also discuss the trends of size and scale, collaboration, and the importance of being fit for purpose in the rural business sector. The conversation touches on the recent EU elections and the potential implications fo...
Jun 25, 2024•53 min
Make sure to check us out at RuralPod Media . You can follow Rural Business Focus and contact Ben on Twitter @ruralbf_pod or on Instagram @ruralbusinessfocus Please note that this podcast does not constitute advice. Our podcast disclaimer can be found here. Have you thought about the benefits of podcasting for your business? If you want to find out more or work with Ben to make your own podcast or to organise some podcast training for your business visit ruralpodmedia.co.uk...
Jun 18, 2024•10 min
Make sure to check us out at RuralPod Media . You can follow Rural Business Focus and contact Ben on Twitter @ruralbf_pod or on Instagram @ruralbusinessfocus Please note that this podcast does not constitute advice. Our podcast disclaimer can be found here. Have you thought about the benefits of podcasting for your business? If you want to find out more or work with Ben to make your own podcast or to organise some podcast training for your business visit ruralpodmedia.co.uk...
Jun 11, 2024•9 min
Make sure to check us out at RuralPod Media . You can follow Rural Business Focus and contact Ben on Twitter @ruralbf_pod or on Instagram @ruralbusinessfocus Please note that this podcast does not constitute advice. Our podcast disclaimer can be found here. Have you thought about the benefits of podcasting for your business? If you want to find out more or work with Ben to make your own podcast or to organise some podcast training for your business visit ruralpodmedia.co.uk...
Jun 04, 2024•6 min
