The Knot

The Knot is the home of good news for Stoke-on-Trent and Staffordshire. On The Knot Pod we interview inspirational leaders, brilliant creatives and successful entrepreneurs who all call Staffordshire home. On this podcast you'll hear their stories, plus how Stoke and Staffordshire have shaped who they are. We'll also discuss hot topics that are impacting our region today. Sign up to www.theknot.news to get early access to these podcasts and get more good news for Stoke and Staffordshire.

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Episodes

Ash (magzoncam) & Ryan (espocrespo). "We were making music for LA, from Stoke"

Do you ever feel like you’re just one step away from something big, but something’s holding you back? Is it the city you’re in? The connections you don’t have? Or maybe it's just the feeling that you're not quite being seen? In this episode of The Knot Pod, we dig into the creative struggles of building something meaningful in a city that doesn’t always get the recognition it deserves. Ash (Magzoncam) , and Ryan (Espocrespo) reflect on their personal journeys in Stoke—where local pride meets glo...

Jan 07, 2025•1 hr 18 min•Ep. 7

Jenna Goodwin, The Red Haired Stokie. "Stoke isn't worse than it was. Stoke is getting better"

What makes a city thrive? Is it the shops we visit, the businesses that are born, or the pride we take in the streets we walk? What if the decline of the high street and the rise of online shopping are all part of a bigger cultural shift we haven't fully understood yet? In this episode with Jenna Goodwin, The Red Haired Stokie, we dive deep into the changing landscape of Stoke-on-Trent, looking at everything from the fading high street to the opportunities hidden in its past and future. Jenna re...

Jan 07, 2025•56 min•Ep. 6

Craig Wilkinson, Founder of Lunar. "I enjoy living here. Let's create something cool"

Can you be creative and entrepreneurial without following a conventional path? Is Staffordshire the best place for big dreams, ambitious projects, and unexpected opportunities? Craig Wikinson’s story is one of reinvention, taking risks, and embracing the unexpected. From a love of film to starting a business in the world of immersive brand experiences, Craig has forged his own path in a way that’s anything but traditional. Craig’s journey started growing in Dudley, then travelling the world with...

Jan 07, 2025•1 hr 13 min•Ep. 5

Kirsty Hulse, Founder of Confidence Live. "The things that make me stand out. I got from Stoke"

Can you build a successful business while staying true to your roots, even when the world tells you that your background doesn’t fit the mould of a successful entrepreneur? Kirsty Hulse, founder of Confidence Live and expert in digital marketing certainly thinks so. Kirsty has embraced her roots as a superpower that authentically fuels her confidence. In this episode, we dive into Kirsty’s journey from her working-class upbringing in Stoke-on-Trent to becoming a trailblazer in the digital market...

Jan 07, 2025•51 min•Ep. 4

Beth Warren, Founder of Wandering Bee. "I just went for it. I went all in"

Can you turn a random idea into a thriving business in a town in Staffordshire? Beth Warren, founder of growing candle brand - The Wandering Bee, proves you can. In this episode of The Knot Pod , we follow Beth’s unexpected journey from a challenging period of her life in London, to launching her own business in Stone—after childhood dreams of fame and stardom. After years of feeling a bit lost in the big city, Beth moved back to her hometown of Stone, seeking comfort, familiarity, and a better ...

Jan 07, 2025•1 hr 2 min•Ep. 3

Daniel Moore, Founder of Dissident Agency. "I don't want to create in MCR/LDN, I want to be in Staffordshire"

Can you build a successful, creative business outside of the UK’s major cities like London or Manchester? Daniel Moore, founder of Dissident Agency, certainly thinks so. In this episode of The Knot Pod , we explore Daniel’s journey of establishing a thriving creative agency in Staffordshire—far from the hustle and bustle of the big city. Dissident, known for its cutting-edge design and video production work, attracts clients from all over the globe, with a special focus on delivering high-qualit...

Jan 07, 2025•1 hr 5 min•Ep. 2

George Bettany, Founder of MARA Run Club. "All the things that make me happy are in Staffordshire"

Can you be creative in Staffordshire? Can you be yourself? Is Staffordshire or Stoke the best place to be if you're creative, entrepreneurial and ambitious? How does Staffordshire really compare to London and other cities? George Bettany is the founder of MARA Run Club, based in Lichfield with clubs in Stone and Stoke. MARA's philosophy promotes a way of being that is akin to buddhism and expresses itself through running. George Bettany started MARA in his hometown of Lichfield, now hundreds of ...

Sep 24, 2024•54 min•Ep. 1

The Knot Trailer

Welcome to The Knot Pod The Knot is the home of Good News for Stoke-on-Trent and Staffordshire On the pod, we interview: Inspirational creatives Successful entrepreneurs Brilliant leaders These people all call Staffordshire "home" . We talk about their journey, their career and life in our region. The ups, downs, things they'd change and things they wouldn't. We're a platform for growth and conversation about everything related to Stoke and Staffordshire. Join us for Season 1 of The Knot Pod , l...

Sep 03, 2024•1 min•Ep. 1

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