Between These Walls

It's no secret that York has become a magnet for lovers of magical fantasy, with The Shambles attracting wizarding fans from around the world. In the midst of this craze sits a humble potions apothecary selling weird and wonderful drinks, delighting kids of all ages.

Phil Pinder is one of the founders and directors of The Potions Cauldron Group, a retail and attractions empire which now spans the UK. He speaks to Sophie Hudson about being in business in York, why storytelling and imagination is essential for a good brand - and why he and business partner Ben Fry turned down a record offer on Dragon's Den!

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Between These Walls is written, produced and presented by Sophie Hudson, featuring the people and businesses who make York special.

If you know of anyone who should be featured, or your business is interested in sponsoring the podcast, email [email protected].

Sophie Hudson is a former broadcast journalist and podcast producer working for local radio stations across Yorkshire. She has since been working with York businesses as a Chartered Marketer. 

This is a Soapy Productions podcast.

Following on from our exclusive behind-the-gates at Nestlé episode, Sophie Hudson heads to York's Chocolate Story to find out the origins of the City's sweet history.

Sophie chats to Ellie Laws, the Guest Experience Manager from the city centre attraction. Ellie is responsible for uncovering and writing the stories told in this interactive tour of York's past. York's Chocolate Story attracts thousands of visitors a year and has become a staple of the City's "must do" list.

Find out why KitKats are so popular in Japan, the origin of Rowntree's, plus the heartwarming tale of a 70-year-old box of Black Magic!

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Between These Walls is written, produced and presented by Sophie Hudson, featuring the people and businesses who make York special.

If you know of anyone who should be featured, or your business is interested in sponsoring the podcast, email [email protected].

Sophie Hudson is a former broadcast journalist and podcast producer working for local radio stations across Yorkshire. She has since been working with York businesses as a Chartered Marketer. 

This is a Soapy Productions podcast.

Matt Evans, Nestlé's Head of Media Relations UK & Ireland, joins Sophie Hudson to reveal what goes on behind the gates at the chocolate factory.

Nestlé has been a huge part of York’s rich chocolate history since the late 80’s. It's factory site on Haxby Road is now a global epicentre of Nestle’s product development and innovation. Employing over 2,000 people from the area, the factory produces some of the world's most loved confectionary including KitKat, Yorkie, Milky Bar, Aero, and Polo.

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Between These Walls is written, produced and presented by Sophie Hudson, featuring the people and businesses who make York special.

If you know of anyone who should be featured, or your business is interested in sponsoring the podcast, email [email protected].

Sophie Hudson is a former broadcast journalist and podcast producer working for local radio stations across Yorkshire. She has since been working with York businesses as a Chartered Marketer. 

This is a Soapy Productions podcast.