The Swifty Podcast: Recent Episodes
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Through the lenses of design, innovation, technology, entrepreneurship, and anything else they can think of, Swifty Scooters founders Jason and Camilla chat with a menagerie of different characters. Laid-back and unscripted, The Swifty Podcast celebrates inspirational people from all walks - or scoots - of life. Please let us know what topics you'd like us to cover by commenting on YouTube!
For episode #26, Jason sits down with old acquaintance and fellow Royal College of Art graduate, the London-based multidisciplinary designer Peter Marigold.
For episode #22 Jason chats with outdoor instructor Andrew Isherwood about his earlier career in the miliary, the tough transition back to civilian life and how seeking an occupation in the outdoors has offered the ultimate coping mechanism.
For episode #25 Jason talks with strength and conditioning coach Denis Potter about the many sides to strength training and their shared passion for jiu-jitsu.
For episode #24 Jason chats with strength and conditioning coach Gavin Clarke about this comprehensive form of training and exercise.
For episode #23 Jason chats with Australian former professional cyclist Richard Lang about Spoked - his specialist, AI-driven coaching platform for cyclists - as well as deliving into his history as a road racing cyclist.
For episode #21 Jason and Camilla discuss the many exciting developments which occurred last year, as well as looking towards what’s happening in 2022.
For episode #20 Jason heads to Scramble HQ to chat with company co-founder Matt Benyon about our recent collaborative range of home fitness grip training aids and balance boards as well as all things brand building, BJJ and running a business!
For our 19th episode, we are excited to introduce our latest venture – Swifty Fitness! Jason and Camilla discuss everything to do with this new area we’re developing into and dissect some of the key details about our first product, the Swifty Balance Board.
The Swifty Podcast is back after a hiatus as a result of the COVID-19! Jason and Camilla sit down to give you all an update on how the past 6 months have affected us and the industry as a whole.
Our co-founders also discuss the recent UK E-scooter trials, new products we're branching out to and give updates on some hotly anticipated products!
The Swifty Podcast ventures into 2020! For our first episode of the decade Jason and Camilla update you with the goings-on at Swifty HQ.
With the recent news that E-scooters are on track to be legalized in the UK soon, our co-founders also talk through what people can expect from scooter-sharing companies as they are today. Discussing the difference (or lack thereof) between companies, the public’s concerns towards this news, how this could be addressed through design and if they believe there is space for free-floating scooter sharing in the UK.
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What is Graphene? What is Graphene being used for? Where does graphene come from? For the Swifty Podcast #16, Jason heads to the Graphene Innovation and Engineering Centre (GEIC) to get the answers and talk with Lisa Scullion and Mark Dickie about all things Graphene.
From its isolation in 2004 Graphene has had a huge impact on the scientific community and Manchester, where it was discovered. There seems to be no end to the innovative ways it can be implemented into products to help our day to day lives.
Mark and Lisa talk us through some of the exciting projects they're working on and a lot more in a discussion that covers everything you need to know about graphene!
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For our 15th episode, Jason is joined by GB Bobsledder and Swifty Scooters ambassador Toby Olubi. Toby gives us a rundown of the different roles of the riders in a bobsleigh as well as the work and motivation it took for him to make it onto the team. He also tells Jason all about his past 2018 Olympic experience and why he’s so determined to make it back to the Winter Olympics in 2022.
The talk also covers Toby’s earlier life, how he has mentally built himself up to deal with challenges, why he’s invested time into getting a degree as well as being an athlete and the role his mother and family have had in helping him build his character.
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Our co-founders are back together for the 14th episode of The Swifty Podcast to give you an update on all things Swifty! In this chat we want to catch everyone up with what’s been going on a Swifty HQ over the past few weeks, the events we’ve been to, events we’re preparing for and the exciting developments to our crowdfunding journey!
As mentioned in the episode Jason will be speaking on a panel at 2019's Smart City Summit & Urban Mobility Expo. The panel will discuss 'Tackling Congestion by Boosting Micromobility with E-scooters and E-bikes'.
If you have any question or comments on this subject let us know in the comments and Jason will bring them up in the discussion!
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For Episode #13 Jason talks with Double Para-cycling World Champion and Swifty ambassador Jon Gildea. They discuss his journey both as part of the British Cycling Team and in setting up his own business as well as how his past experiences have shaped his mindset both on and off the track.
In the discussion, we also get an insight into the type of diet and training regime it takes for a high-class athlete like Jon, as well as the way he balances the mental and physical pressures of performing at such a high level whilst simultaneously running a business.
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Matt Bird joins Jason for our twelfth episode to discuss his journey from no fashion experience to starting his new business venture, a monthly premium shirt subscription service – The Shirt Society.
The discussion covers what it takes mentally to start a new business, how Matt and Jason deal with some of the common day to day challenges that are faced when running their businesses, and much more!
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As ever let us know what you'd like to hear us talk about in future episodes!
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For this week's podcast Jason and Camilla chat all about design and what it means to them. They outline Swifty's brand values and how each one of these informs the design process.
Don't forget Swifty is equity crowdfunding! You can own your own little bit of Swifty for as little as £10! Head to the below link to find out more:
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For our tenth episode, Jason is joined by GB Paracanoe Athlete and Swifty Ambassador Jack Eyers.
Jack talks us through his eclectic career that has covered acting, modelling, winning the Mr England title and becoming a Paracanoe Athlete with hopes for the 2020 Tokyo Paralympic Games! He tells Jason about his diet and nutrition regime for a top-level athlete and the mentality needed to make it.
The conversation also covers the lack of amputee awareness Jack found growing up and the responsibility of educating the public about amputees now!
To find out more about Jack head to his website - https://www.jackeyers.com/
Don't forget Swifty is crowdfunding! You can join the Swifty shareholder community for as little as £10! Head to the below link to find out more:
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Adam Adshead, owner of Stockport based company Factory BJJ joins Jason for this week’s podcast.
They talk through what Brazilian Jiu Jitsu is, how Adam has built his company over the past decade and how he's adapted the gym to stay independent and competitive within the industry.
To find out more about Factory BJJ head to their website below!
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Don't forget Swifty is equity crowdfunding! You can now join the Swifty shareholder community for as little as £10! Head to the below link to find out more:
https://www.seedrs.com/swiftyscooters
Leave us a comment if there's anything you'd like us to talk through in future episodes!
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This episode finds Jason and Camilla talking through the ins and outs of scooter sharing, as well as their time using Lime scooters while at the IAA Frankfurt Motor Show!
Don't forget we are equity crowdfunding! You can now officially join the Swifty shareholder community and enjoy up to 30% off all we make for LIFE! (Terms and conditions apply).
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This week Jason and Camilla discuss their time at 2019's Eurobike and the IAA Frankfurt Motor Show, talking through what's new at the shows this year, how the industry is developing and some of the exciting projects going on around them!
Don't forget we are crowdfunding! You can now officially join the Swifty shareholder community and enjoy up to 30% off all we make for LIFE! (Terms and conditions apply).
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Sara Tomkins from GreaterSport joins Camilla this week to talk about the charity and how scooting can help get everyone active. We also discuss the various benefits she's seen from having a Swifty Fleet in the office and its positive effects in fighting the monotony of a typical day!
To find out more about GreaterSport and the work they do head to their website - https://www.greatersport.co.uk/
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Jason and Camilla get technical this week, describing why Swifty scooters are the way they are, and what separates them from the rest.
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Yes, lovely listeners, now YOU have the opportunity to become a member of the Swifty team! We're crowdfunding, which means you can invest in the company, helping to fuel our growth and earning some awesome rewards at the same time. Find out more here – https://swiftyscooters.seedrs.com/.
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Urban, fitness, adventure; often we're asked the difference between one scooter and the others. Which is best for commuting, and which would you take to the skate park? We answer these questions and more in this week's podcast.
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Micromobility is a phenomenon spreading fast across the globe, but its definition remains elusive. What does it mean globally, and where is Swifty's place the micromobility picture? Jason and Camilla discuss.
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To open the podcast, Jason and Camilla give a little background on Swifty Scooters, then delve into what really makes them tick as individuals.
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