Are you a shoe enthusiast? particularly fond of Nike 110's? If so, this episode is tailor-made for you. Join James as he sits down with Charlie McDonough and Sam Byrne, from Liverpool's iconic shoe store- Block P.

Charlie discovered the lucrative potential of the resale industry after profiting from a shoe sale on Depop. After becoming a Depop Community Leader in Liverpool, Charlie was fueled with inspiration for the city's admiration for Nike 110's. Taking a bold leap, Charlie founded Block P, and with the support of colleague and investor Sam, the two have forged a powerful partnership dedicated to the business’s success.

In this engaging conversation, Charlie and Sam recount their adventures traveling across Europe in pursuit of the finest 110's to bring back to their Liverpool store. They also delve into the challenges of launching their own line of products, sharing the relentless efforts required to achieve the quality they desire.

A highlight of their journey has been designing and selling their own 110 slippers—a resellers' dream come true, with demand skyrocketing. What's next for these ambitious entrepreneurs? Listen in to discover their plans for the future and how they continue to fuel their passion for growth.

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In this captivating episode, James sits down with the talented independent Liverpool singer-songwriter Anthony Russell, as he gears up for the launch of his second album Street Songs on 12 April 2025. Known for his soulful voice and heartfelt performances, Anthony takes us on a journey through his life and career, sharing the pivotal moments that shaped his path.

Anthony opens up about his experience on the British talent show, X Factor, and the immense impact it had on his life. He credits the unwavering support from One Direction's Louis Tomlinson as a crucial element that helped him navigate through some of his darkest times. With sincerity and courage, Anthony discusses his upbringing in a challenging environment where drink and drugs were a constant presence, and how these experiences influenced his music and aspirations.

Despite the hurdles, Anthony's determination has never wavered. His incredible journey has taken him to stages around the world, including a recent performance in the Caribbean for Chopard Jewellery. In this episode, he reveals how the encouragement and belief of others have been instrumental in helping him take life one day at a time, ultimately transforming him into the artist and person he is today.

What exactly is wealth management, and how can it benefit you?

In this weeks episode, James delves into the realm of wealth management with John Price, founder and owner of Modus Wealth Management in Liverpool.

John shares his insights into the wealth management industry, detailing his journey from climbing the corporate ladder to his time at the prestigious Coutts, where he became the second youngest Executive Director outside of London.

Despite his success, John realised that his Liverpudlian values and perspectives were increasingly at odds with the corporate environment. Taking the bold decision to take a 100% pay cut to start his own business from his spare bedroom, the business has since expanded to a team of nine and has recently been awarded Professional Services Business of the Year.

https://www.modus-wealth.co.uk

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