In the final episode of series 2 of Great British Brands, Michael is joined by Deborah Pocock, CEO of the Queen Elizabeth Scholarship Trust, the foundation supporting the training and education of talented and aspiring craftspeople, through tra

Lady Deirdre Dyson

Mar 23rd, 2022 25m 14s

Michael is joined by Lady Deirdre Dyson, the designer and curator of the eponymous Deirdre Dyson carpet collections.Described as a “fascinating blend of art and process, of ancient skill and new technology”, Lady Dyson’s concepts are crafted

Anabela Chan

Mar 3rd, 2022 26m 31s

Joining Michael Hayman today is Anabela Chan, described as “the jewellery designer you need to know now.” Recognised as one of the 50 most influential people in British luxury and a “pioneer” for her use of lab-grown diamonds and synthesised ge

Alexandra Llewelyn

Nov 23rd, 2021 24m 53s

Joining Michael Hayman today in this second episode of Series 2 of Great British Brands, is Alexandra Llewelyn, the award-winning designer of luxury games. From her famed backgammon boards and poker sets to exquisite games tables and card boxes

James Fox, Head of Marketing, Crockett & Jones

Oct 30th, 2021 29m 56s

The first conversation in a new Great British Brands X Change Makers series, a collection of conversations that look at the secrets of some of our most iconic businesses and the art of their craft.Michael Hayman is joined by James Fox, Head o

Marie Guerlain, Founder, Ondine

Mar 11th, 2021 29m 30s

As a qualified nutritional health coach and student of functional medicine, Marie Guerlain embrace all aspects of holistic wellness and non-toxic living, and champions the many simple ways to nourish and nurture our bodies and minds. A lifelong

Nick Houchin and Chris Holliman, Musto

Mar 4th, 2021 29m 51s

Built on 50 years of engineering cutting-edge performance apparel, Musto is the world’s leading sailing brand and a British leader in shooting and equestrian sports. It uses the same fabric technology that protects its ocean racers to keep its

Emma Rice, Head Winemaker, Hattingley Valley

Feb 24th, 2021 28m 27s

Emma Rice’s passion for wine started, aged 19, with a taste of Krug 1979 from a double magnum, whilst working part-time at The White Horse Inn, Chilgrove. From there, her career has taken her from Oddbins to Hugh Johnson's Pocket Wine Book, to

Fiona Barratt-Campbell, Founder, FBC London

Feb 18th, 2021 25m 54s

Award winning designer and entrepreneur, Fiona Barratt-Campbell is recognised as one of Britain’s leading figures in the international world of interior design. Born and raised in Northumberland, Fiona draws on the history of the rugged landsca

Archie Hewlett, CEO & Founder, Duke + Dexter

Feb 10th, 2021 26m 41s

Duke + Dexter challenges expectations of what a British shoe brand can and should be – striking a balance between progressive style and familiar British charm. Since 2014, D+D has expanded from its London roots into a global community; working

Barry Smith, Founder & Chairman, Symprove

Feb 2nd, 2021 30m 19s

Symprove Ltd was founded in the belief that recovering and maintaining a healthy gut balance can help you live a fuller life. We hold that same belief today, but have stayed curious in the years since, dedicated to researching the microbiome an

Theo Fennell, Jewellery Designer

Jan 29th, 2021 30m 34s

Founding the company in 1982, Theo Fennell's eponymous fine jewellery brand has become something of a British treasure in its few decades, with every piece of jewellery and silverware meticulously handcrafted in its workshops above its flagship

Asma Khan, Owner & Chef, Darjeeling Express

Jan 20th, 2021 30m 55s

Asma Khan moved to Cambridge from Calcutta in 1991. After completing her law degree, Asma went on to do a PhD in British Constitutional Law at Kings College London. Cooking was her passion and Asma registered for a food business, which began li

Chris Duff, Lead Interior Designer, Rolls-Royce Motor Cars

Jan 12th, 2021 27m 36s

For over 100 years, Rolls-Royce Motor Cars has pushed the boundaries of luxury, creating new realities both within and beyond automotive design. Guided by striving for perfection, Rolls-Royce is an everlasting expression of the exceptional, whe

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