Oppidan Talks: Recent Episodes
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Mentoring masterclasses from the very best in business, sport, arts and politics, OE brings you life stories for the school run.
Jim talks about his transition from an enthusiastic schoolboy to a successful business owner.
Johnnie gives his best pieces of advice and discusses what his school reports looked like.
Emma talks about how the idea to start her company came to her in a china shop, as well as some invaluable life advice.
Explorer Rosie Stancer talks through what gets her through the expeditions, as well as a near death experience on the Arctic ice.
Soneva group founder Sonu talks about his education and growing up in Nigeria, as well as what makes the guest experience at Soneva so unique.
Henry and Walter chat to Antonio and Carla about their life in service, running one of the world's most beautiful hotels.
Nick Mason talks about his experience of education, rock and roll and his love for cars amongst many other areas.
Henry and Walter chat to Sean about life coaching the greats, his time with Justin Rose and Tiger Woods, his approach to motivation and what matters for kids growing up. A privilege to chat with such a great of the game.
Henry and Walter chat to founder of Coffee Republic Sahar Hashemi. We cover her rise with CR as the coffee bar revolution took place, as well as her successful writing and speaking careers. So much great advice here for tomorrow's entrepreneurs.
Henry & Walter speak to Gianfranco about his early years with Maradona at Napoli, his move to the PL, the glory years at Chelsea and his experiences of management since. We also have time for a game of biscuit face with a Sardinian cake. An icon of the game and a true gentleman; an honour to interview such a hero as part of our series.
Henry & Walter chat with tennis icon and national treasure, Tim Henman. His early career, special moments, the challenges, advice for tomorrow's stars: wise words from our man Tim.
Henry & Walter chat with footballing superstar Andriy Shevchenko, asking some key questions about his greatest goals and career highlights, across playing, coaching and politics.
Henry & Walter chat with Jonah initially and then are joined later by Josh to talk all things acting including what makes a good actor and the pressure of getting the job after months of auditions.
Henry & Walter chat with professional golfer and former world number 1 Justin Rose about all things golf. Justin talks openly about growing up playing golf, how he sprung onto the professional scene at the age of just 17, as well as the feeling of winning tournaments.
Sharmadean Reid MBE is a former fashion stylist and the Founder of Beautystack. Her mission is to use technology to economically empower women. She talks to Henry & Walter about her first memories of business, and the obstacles she has faced along the way.
Sebastian Faulks joined Henry & Walter on the show to talk through his childhood, how he got into writing and so much more.
Louis speaks with Henry & Walter all about his role in Netflix's 'A Series of Unfortunate Events' as well as how he got into acting at a young age and balanced his work and education.
Alex talks about his education and how that benefited him in starting up a business, as well as the high's and lows of running a business and what it takes to be successful.
Architect Dara Huang talks to Henry & Walter about what makes a good architect as well as the key attributes needed to build and grow a successful business.
England cricketer Sam Billings comes on to talk about the best grounds he's played at, the best player he's played against and the highlights of his career so far. A must listen for all cricket enthusiasts.
Jeff Norton is an award-winning author, writer-producer, and the founder of Awesome, an IP and television production company.
The UK's youngest CEO Jenk Oz speaks to Oppidan Talks about how he copes with the pressure at such a young age.
Comedian Ivo Graham discusses how he made his way in to comedy, as well as the difficulties he has faced along the way. A very honest interview for those thinking of going into comedy.
Child author & illustrator Nadine Kaadan comes on to talk about her upbringing and how that shaped her desire to inspire young people through her work.
BAFTA nominated Bash Croft speak all about the early stages of his blossoming acting career, as well as providing some vital tips for young actors.
BBC journalist Laura Scott speaks about the competitive environment of journalism as well as how she uncovered the Saracens salary cap scandal.
Olympic Gold medal winning rower Constantine Louloudis talks about life as an Olympian as well as the feeling of winning Gold.
Oppidan Mentor & Novelist Lamorna Ash talks all about the process of writing your first novel. A must listen for aspiring authors.