Tim Campbell MBE, entrepreneur, mentor, and the very first winner of The Apprentice, sits down with Ben. Tim takes us back to where it all started, winning the show in 2005 and stepping straight into the business world with Lord Sugar, before going on to build an impressive career of his own. From launching the Bright Ideas Trust to championing social mobility and helping young people start businesses, Tim’s journey is rooted in purpose as much as profit.

We get into the realities of starting from scratch, the mindset needed to succeed, and what people often get wrong about building a career in business. Tim also shares honest reflections on resilience, pressure, and what he’s learned from both the highs and the setbacks along the way.

Now back on The Apprentice as one of Lord Sugar’s trusted advisers, Tim brings a unique perspective on what it really takes to make it, and how to stay there.

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Ben and Joel hit a major milestone in their entrepreneurial journey, the arrival of their very first product samples for their men’s skincare brand, For Skin. After months of brainstorming, branding, and behind-the-scenes hustle, the boxes finally land… but will the products live up to expectations? From first impressions and fragrance debates, the pair put For Skin through its paces. It’s a turning point for the business, and a reminder that creating something from scratch is never as smooth as your serum claims to be. Will For Skin be ready for the market, or is it back to the lab?

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Sarah Jossel, journalist, broadcaster, and beauty editor of the Sunday Times Style, joins Ben for a lively conversation around everything she's learnt working behind the scenes in the beauty industry, which she reveals all on, in her new book Diary of a Beauty Editor.

The conversation explores Sarah’s drive to share her knowledge of skincare, and how she’s built trust by making beauty more accessible and transparent.

She reflects on how the landscape of beauty, and media more broadly, has evolved, from traditional editorial to today’s fast-moving, social-first world.

Above all, she emphasises why honesty is non-negotiable when communicating with her loyal following, and the responsibility that comes with having their trust.

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Dr Megan Rossi aka The Gut Health Doctor, joins Ben this week for a fascinating deep dive into gut health, business, and building a trusted brand based on the science. 

From working in the NHS to becoming one of the most influential voices in global nutrition, Megan shares how she transformed scientific research into a thriving business, spanning bestselling books, a successful clinic, and a powerful digital platform. Ben digs into the realities behind turning expertise into enterprise, the challenges of scaling a purpose-led brand, and how Megan balances credibility with commercial success.

Along the way, they unpack the booming wellness industry, the myths we’re often sold about gut health, and why trust is the most valuable currency in both business and medicine.

It’s an honest, insightful conversation about entrepreneurship, resilience, and the power of knowing your niche, with plenty of practical takeaways (and a few gut-friendly tips) along the way.

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Luke Hersheson, stylist, entrepreneur, and CEO of cult British brand Hershesons, this week chats to Ben, about building a modern business in an old industry.

From growing up in a legendary hairdressing family to reinventing the salon model, Luke opens up about taking creative risks, learning to lead teams, and what it really takes to scale a premium brand without losing its soul. Ben and Luke dig into the realities of entrepreneurship, decision‑making under pressure, and staying relevant in an ever‑changing market.

It’s a candid conversation about legacy, innovation, and the business lessons Luke’s learned along the way – whether you’re running a company, building a brand, or just curious how creativity and commerce collide.

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Skincare influencer James Welsh gives Ben and Joel his insights and advice on the skincare industry, Korean beauty trends, the problems facing the men's grooming market in particular, tips for building a routine and debunks popular myths around skincare. Plus, he gives expert opinion on For Skin and how they can successfully launch their brand.

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London chefs Jack Croft and Will Murray, founders of Fallow share how their fine-dining backgrounds at Dinner by Heston shaped their nose-to-tail, low-waste, sustainability-led approach, and how they launched via pop-ups before being hit by COVID lockdown days after opening. They explain pivoting to takeaway to survive, negotiating a strong lease post-lockdown, and evolving Fallow into a central London “neighbourhood restaurant” focused on atmosphere, service, and team culture. They discuss scaling to large teams across multiple sites, using social media and YouTube POV kitchen content to drive bookings, and offer advice on learning every part of the business before delegating and focusing on product quality over chasing followers.

PLUS Joel and Ben reveal their community-chosen skincare brand logo for For Skin.

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Brand designer Ella Williams‑Brown is back to reveal the final two logos for For Skin that YOU get to vote on. One of which will become the face of the brand, and there’s no room for compromise. Ella walks Ben and Joel through her final concepts after weeks of feedback, debate, and refinement. The boys break down what they love, what they’re unsure about, and where their instincts clash… before handing over the ultimate power to you. Which logo should represent 'For Skin'? Join and have your say, because whichever one wins becomes the final logo.

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Wayne Goss, YouTube legend and entrepreneur built one of the most trusted voices in the beauty industry from his bedroom — without hype, gimmicks, or filters — and turned it into a global business. He talks us through monetising honesty, building a brand his audience actually trusts, and his honest take on skincare and mens make-up. 

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Will Best, TV host and co‑founder of the award‑winning canned cocktail brand Bloody Drinks, joins Joel and Ben this week. Will shares how him and best mate Harry found a gap in the market at university, when they couldn't order the perfect Bloody Mary, just like Harry made. This sparked a business idea that grew from kitchen experiments into a rapidly expanding drinks company. He talks through the early chaos of creating a recipe worthy of a ready‑to‑drink can, the realities of launching a challenger brand in a crowded market, and why believing in your product (even when everyone thinks you’re a bit mad) is essential. Funny, honest, and packed with genuinely useful insight—this is one for anyone dreaming of turning a passion into a product.

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