Sofa Stories
Grab a coffee, it’s time for a debrief.
Welcome to The Sofa Stories Podcast with furniture retailer, entrepreneur and Padel lover, Nick Bianchi with Gary Pemberton, entrepreneur & property specialist.
Episodes
89 episodes
Episode 87: Staying Human in the Age of AI
As AI becomes more capable, does being genuinely human become our greatest advantage?In this episode of Sofa Stories, Gary and Nick talk about two brilliant customer experiences we’ve had with MyoMaster Ice Baths and ...
Prime Minister #7 in 8 Years, Montenegro Travels & Is Tuchel the right Man to Take England Forward?
Episode SummaryIn this episode of Sofa Stories, we unpack another extraordinary chapter in British politics as the UK welcomes its seventh Prime Minister in just eight years. What does this constant change at the t...
64 Days. 2 Million Steps. One Epic Walk for Parkinson’s - Huw Davis leading interview
Huw Davis set himself an extraordinary challenge: to walk from John O’Groats to Land’s End in just 64 days, covering more than 2 million steps, raising over £20,000 for Parkinson’s which his twin brother has.In this episode, Huw shares t...
Peptides: The New Revolution? - Oska Dean Leading Interview
In this episode, Nick and Gary are joined by Oska Dean, expert and researcher in peptides and biohacking, for an insightful conversation exploring one of the most talked-about areas in health and performance.Together, they unpack what pepti...
Burnham, the Netflix Effect & Room 101
Politics, technology, family life and a healthy dose of humour: it’s another wide-ranging conversationThis week, Nick and Gary get together to discuss Andy Burnham’s convincing by-election victory and why many now see him as having a ge...
Norepinephrine: The Neurochemical Edge
Kicking off with a walk-and-talk through the countryside, this episode of Sofa Stories covers a wide range of topics, from television and politics to global affairs and personal wellbeing.We begin by reflecting on the impressive performa...
Walk & Talk Pod! 5k debrief
On this episode of Sofa Stories, we tried something a little different: taking the podcast outdoors for a relaxed walk-and-talk through the countryside. The change of setting brought a calm, natural feel to the conversation and allowed...
Hitting the big 8-0 in episodes! 5k special with NB & Gary
Episode 80 of Sofa Stories marks a brilliant milestone as NB & Gary celebrate hitting the big 8-0 in episodes, and they do it in classic laid-back Sofa Stories style.The episode kicks off with the pair enjoying some excellent 0% alco...
“Terrace Talks, Wild Swims & Selling Up” (ep 79)
This week on Sofa Stories ‘5K debrief’ , we cover a bit of everything: from the madness of the two runners chasing a sub-two-hour London Marathon, to whether we’d ever even attempt it ourselves. Gary shares stories from his three-day gravel bik...
“Old Enough to Row Better” : 3000 Miles, 5 Mates, 1 Ocean
In this inspiring episode, Nick and Gary sit down with Gail Wolstenholme and Martyn Horleston, two members of the “Old Enough To Row Better” crew; an extraordinary team of endurance rowers preparing to cross the Atlantic Ocean.Training o...
TRT, The Grand National & Sauna reviews : 5k debrief
In This 5k , NB and Gary delve in to their favourite box sets and Podcasts and Gary explains to NB the new hype behind TRT and why it is all the rage right now..Gary then does a ‘trust pilot’ review of his favourite saunas/ ice baths&nbs...
Easter 5k .. Live from The Farm Club 🎙️
Easter Holiday Special: 5K Live from The Farm Club in CheshireJoin Nick, Gary, and friends for this special Easter holiday episode of 5K, recorded live from The Farm Club in Cheshire, fresh after a swim in Pickmere lake. 🎙️ I...
Progress over perfection: 5k debrief with NB & Gary
Hi All! NB and Gary back on the sofa 🛋️ with a 5 k debrief discussing multiple topics; Louis Theroux's Netflix Manosphere, the ongoing conflict in Iran, being kind to yourself, Gary's 75 hard coming to an end and how he feels antici...
The 5k Debrief with NB & Guest Presenter Gary Pemberton 🎙
Delighted to be back!!We’re kicking off the year with a slightly different line-up, as our very own Oli “The Choc” is currently knee-deep in chocolate and incredibly busy with media appearances and chocolate-related commitments. With his...
Funding the next chapter
What does it really mean to take on external investment, and how do you know if it is the right move for your business?In episode three of this three-part Sofa Stories x Clearwater special, we focus on funding the next chapter and explor...
Demystifying valuation: what is your business really worth?
In episode two of this three-part Sofa Stories x Clearwater special, we focus on valuation and unpack one of the most misunderstood parts of selling a business. Joined by Michael Loudon and Joe Dyke, both Partners at Clearwater, we exp...
Behind the deal: What business owners need to know before selling
What is it really like to sell your business, beyond the headlines and valuation multiples?In this first episode of a three-part Sofa Stories x Clearwater special, we go behind the deal to demystify the realities of selling a business. J...
Do what you love, then put every cell of your body into it.
Do what you love, then put every cell of your body into it, put every ounce of your energy into it, embrace your inner madness, go with the flow, don’t ignore inspiration, double down, don’t compromise your creativity, go nuts, practice, fail, ...
Illuminate with Jess Lomas. ✨
Join “NB and Choc” LIVE STYLE at Brook Lane Coffee Co. Alderley Edge.With our fabulous Training, Development and Coaching Expert and Mentor to teams of professionals in the corporate world as well as children - Jess Lomas.Jess has...
5K LIVE FROM ARIGHI BIANCHI - The Boardroom
Join us for a Cheeky little catch up on the sofa at the boardroom at Arighi Bianchi. Perhaps on your morning run. Will kick things off with electrolytes and some padel , but we will take you to places that you won’t expect. ...
Finding Purpose With Ben Wain
Ladies, Gents and fellow Pod Lovers. Please permit me to grant you access to “The Ben Wain Experience”. A passionate Leader with 20 Years of Retail Sales and Operations Excellence.With two decades of diverse experience in ret...
Joe Sealey - Business, Boxing and Beating Addiction.
We had the pleasure of welcoming Joe Sealey on the Pod, we talked to Joe who is an ex pro footballer (West Ham) about his fantastic business Mr Whippy (confectionery), Real Housewives of Cheshire and his lovely wife Nicole Sealey, we talked the...
DEAR STAN… ✍️ an EMINEM special with James Cheng
DEAR STAN…. ✍️ I’m delighted to have recorded a bonus episode of The Sofa Stories Podcast with a true gentlemen and fellow Stan from New Jersey, NY- @chejames1985 (IG) James is an official “Stan” as featured in the Eminem documentar...
Ready, Fire, Aim… Cheeky 5K with NB and Choc!
Good morning to our wonderful listener and friend! We are delighted to bring you this episode, which is true to form a very cheeky 5K.Which includes a little bit of the following and more….NB exclusive on Chester Zoo.Choc -...
Ryan Harris - School Of Play
Ryan Harris, a business man who is passionate about development and mindset runs - School Of who as well as running “wrap around childcare” at schools, they also have holiday camps spanning across 8 locations in Greater Manchester.Ryan s...