A Founder's Playbook

By Mutazz and Hana Hassanbek

A Founder’s Playbook aims to provide insight into every founder as we believe that each business has a story worth sharing. Our mission is to inspire, educate, and empower aspiring entrepreneurs by fe... more

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The podcast currently has 9 episodes available.

A Founder's Playbook episodes:

April 29, 2025 9. Ethos with Janay Marie
Welcome to this week’s episode of A Founder’s Playbook!
On the final episode of Season 1 on A Founder’s Playbook, we have the pleasure of sitting down with Janay Marie, founder of TALLAWAH.
Janay has an unwavering commitment to her ethos and being authentic. Her journey exemplifies intentional leadership and cultural stewardship.
TALLAWAH is committed to bridging the gap between brands and the rich cultural tapestry of the Caribbean, with a range of services including Cultural Events Production, DEI Consultancy and Brand &Content Partnerships. Janay is a true pioneer in the space, and we are excited to share her story with you.
If you’re a founder, aspiring entrepreneur, or just love a great startup story this is an episode you won’t want to miss.
We hope you enjoy listening and don’t forget to pass the playbook.
TALLAWAH Website
→ https://www.tallawah.uk/
A Founder’s Playbook Instagram
→ www.instagram.com/a_founders_playbook/
A Founder’s Playbook LinkedIn
→ uk.linkedin.com/company/a-founders-playbook
A Founder’s Playbook TikTok
→ https://www.tiktok.com/@afoundersplaybook
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1h 9min
April 22, 2025 8. Pragmatism with Jamie Oyebode
Welcome to this week’s episode of A Founder’s Playbook!
On our penultimate episode of A Founder’s Playbook, we are joined by Jamie Oyebode, co-founder of The Soulstice Collective , a movement rooted in community, creativity, and meaningful change. In this episode, Jamie shares the origin story behind Soulstice, a project he co-founded with his brother George, and the powerful "why" that continues to fuel their mission.
Jamie opens up about the journey of building The Soulstice Collective - from the untimely passing of George’s friend Charlie to hosting their first festival back in 2017 in his memory. Jamie shares details about the impact him and his brother have made through supporting charities such as RNLI and Young Minds, the growth of their Soulstice Risers community, and the launch of their apparel line inspired by the tragic death of George Floyd - turning pain into purpose through action.
A key theme in our conversation is Jamie’s one non-negotiable: pragmatism. Running The Soulstice Collective hasn’t been without its challenges - Jamie shares candidly about times when they had low cashflow and had to navigate unpredictable setbacks. Through it all, his grounded, pragmatic mindset has been the anchor that keeps him pushing forward with clarity and purpose.
If you’re a founder, aspiring entrepreneur, or just love a great startup story this is an episode you won’t want to miss.
We hope you enjoy listening and don’t forget to pass the playbook.
The Soulstice Collective Website
→ https://www.thesoulsticecollective.org
A Founder’s Playbook Instagram
→ www.instagram.com/a_founders_playbook/
A Founder’s Playbook LinkedIn
→ uk.linkedin.com/company/a-founders-playbook
A Founder’s Playbook TikTok
→ https://www.tiktok.com/@afoundersplaybook
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1h 8min
April 15, 2025 7. Leadership with Tom Rowe
Welcome to this week’s episode of A Founder’s Playbook!
In this episode, we sit down with Tom Rowe, the founder of Mindbloom AI. Tom shares his entrepreneurial journey, starting with his initial venture into the gaming industry and the ongoing efforts to expand his AI enterprise.
Mindbloom AI is an innovative platform that utilises emotionally intelligent AI to help users practice difficult conversations in real-time, providing feedback on various soft skills. The goal is to transform how individuals prepare for challenging interpersonal interactions.
If you’re a founder, aspiring entrepreneur, or just love a great startup story this is an episode you won’t want to miss.
We hope you enjoy listening and don’t forget to pass the playbook.
Mindbloom AI Website
→ https://www.mindbloom.ai/
A Founder’s Playbook Instagram
→ www.instagram.com/a_founders_playbook/
A Founder’s Playbook LinkedIn
→ uk.linkedin.com/company/a-founders-playbook
A Founder’s Playbook TikTok
→ https://www.tiktok.com/@afoundersplaybook
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1h 2min
April 08, 2025 6. Adaptability with Fin Denwood
Welcome to this week’s episode of A Founder’s Playbook!
In this episode, we’re joined by Fin Denwood, founder ofInfinity Tuition, a platform dedicated to providing high-quality online tuition.
Fin shares his journey from being a tutor himself to identifying a gap in the market, which led him to create Infinity Tuition. We dive into how he’s managed to balance running agrowing business while working a full-time job and discuss the exciting future plans for the company.
Tune in to hear Fin’s insights on entrepreneurship, education, and scaling a business in today’s digital age.
If you’re a founder, aspiring entrepreneur, or just love a great startup story this is an episode you won’t want to miss.
We hope you enjoy listening and don’t forget to pass the playbook.
Infinity Tuition Website
→ https://www.infinitytuition.com/
A Founder’s PlaybookInstagram
→ www.instagram.com/a_founders_playbook/
AFounder’s Playbook LinkedIn
→ uk.linkedin.com/company/a-founders-playbook
AFounder’s Playbook TikTok
→ https://www.tiktok.com/@afoundersplaybook
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36min
April 01, 2025 5. Tenacity with Temi Olugbenga
Welcome to this week’s episode of A Founder’s Playbook!
In this episode of A Founder’s Playbook, we sit down with Temi, co-founder of Sylt Pickling, to dive into the journey of turning a shared love of pickle juice into a fast-growing business.
From a young age, Temi’s non-negotiable has been tenacity—a work-hard attitude that has shaped his journey as a founder. That relentless drive led him and his co-founder to spot a gap in the market and launch Sylt Pickling, a brand that’s redefining pickling with bold flavors, premiumingredients, and a serious passion for fermentation.
As they take their next big step—seeking investment for the first time—Temi opens up about the challenges, wins, and lessons learned alongthe way.
If you’re a founder, foodie, or aspiring entrepreneur, this is an episode you won’t want to miss.
We hope you enjoy listening and don’t forget to pass the playbook.
Sylt Pickling Website
→ syltpickling.co.uk/
A Founder’s Playbook Instagram
→ www.instagram.com/a_founders_playbook/
A Founder’s Playbook LinkedIn
→ uk.linkedin.com/company/a-founders-playbook
A Founder’s Playbook TikTok
→ www.tiktok.com/@afoundersplaybook
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57min
March 25, 2025 4. Hyper-realism with Hannah Dearden
Welcome to this week’s episode of A Founder’s Playbook!
In this episode of A Founder’s Playbook, we sit down with Hannah Dearden, co-founder of MATHAN, to explore how her lifelong passion for sports shaped both her mindset and her business journey.
From playing and watching sports from a young age, Hannah has developed resilience, teamwork, and discipline—skills she now applies to building MATHAN, a brand she co-founded with her brother.
Join us as Hannah shares the story behind MATHAN,the challenges of launching a brand, and her vision for creating a movement around premium, sustainable, and functional sportswear.
If you’re a founder, aspiring entrepreneur, or just love a great startup story this is an episode you won’t want to miss.
We hope you enjoy listening and don’t forget to pass the playbook.
MATHAN Website
→ mathanuk.com
A Founder’s Playbook Instagram
→ www.instagram.com/a_founders_playbook/
A Founder’s Playbook LinkedIn
→ uk.linkedin.com/company/a-founders-playbook
A Founder’s Playbook TikTok
→ www.tiktok.com/@afoundersplaybook
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59min
March 18, 2025 3. Purpose with Jane & Tasha Dawson
Welcome to this week’s episode of A Founder’s Playbook!
In this episode of The Founder’s Playbook, we sit down withJane and Tasha Dawson, the inspiring mother-and-daughter duo behind The Ella Dawson Foundation, our incredible season 1 charity partner.
Their mission is that every young adult with cancer andtheir families have the tools and support they need to live well and feel empowered. Their vision is that wellbeing support is available to every young adult with cancer and their families as part of standard care.
Jane and Tasha share their journey of launching and growingthe foundation, overcoming challenges, and creating a lasting impact.
If you’re a founder, aspiring entrepreneur, or just love agreat startup story this is an episode you won’t want to miss.
We hope you enjoy listening and don’t forget to pass the playbook.
Ella Dawson Foundation Website
→ www.elladawsonfoundation.org.uk
A Founder’s Playbook Instagram
→ www.instagram.com/a_founders_playbook/
A Founder’s Playbook LinkedIn
→ uk.linkedin.com/company/a-founders-playbook
A Founder’s Playbook TikTok → www.tiktok.com/@afoundersplaybook
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1h 1min
March 11, 2025 2. Prioritisation with Verity Park
Welcome to this week’s episode of A Founder’s Playbook!
What does it take to build a business that challenges thestatus quo? In this episode of The Founder’s Playbook, we sit down with Verity Park, founder of TBH Talent, a forward thinking talent management agency with it’s exclusive and non-exclusive roaster.
With many years of experience within talent management,Verity has worked with some of the world’s biggest content creators. TBH Talent is on a mission to cut through the noise of ‘influencer experts’ with their tiered, no-nonsense approach to management.
But the journey of launching and scaling an managementagency comes with its own challenges. From navigating the early days of entrepreneurship to learning the art of resilience, Verity shares the pivotal moments and valuable lessons that have shaped TBH Talent into what it is today.
If you’re a founder, aspiring entrepreneur, or just love agreat startup story this is an episode you won’t want to miss.
We hope you enjoy listening and don’t forget to pass theplaybook.
TBH Talent Website
→ https://www.tbhtalent.com/
A Founder’s Playbook Instagram
→ www.instagram.com/a_founders_playbook/
A Founder’s Playbook LinkedIn
→ uk.linkedin.com/company/a-founders-playbook
A Founder’s Playbook TikTok → www.tiktok.com/@afoundersplaybook
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57min
March 04, 2025 1. Intro with Mutazz & Hana Hassanbek
Welcome to the first episode of A Founder’s Playbook!
Co-hosted by sibling duo Mutazz and Hana Hassanbek, thispodcast is all about diving into the journeys of entrepreneurs—unpacking the challenges, lessons learned, and game-changing insights that shape their success.
A Founder’s Playbook season 1 kicks off with eightincredible founders. Each founder shares their one non negotiable—the principle they live by as an entrepreneur. From Hyper-Realism to Flexibility, these values form the backbone of their journey.
Join Mutazz and Hana as they set the stage for a season packed with insight, motivation, and stories that will leave you ready to tackle your own playbook.
We hope you enjoy listening and don’t forget to pass the playbook.
A Founder’s Playbook Instagram
→ www.instagram.com/a_founders_playbook/
A Founder’s Playbook LinkedIn
→ uk.linkedin.com/company/a-founders-playbook
A Founder’s Playbook TikTok
→ https://www.tiktok.com/@afoundersplaybook
...more
4min

FAQs about A Founder's Playbook:

How many episodes does A Founder's Playbook have?

The podcast currently has 9 episodes available.