Sofa Stories

Grab a coffee, it’s time for a debrief. Welcome to The Sofa Stories Podcast with furniture retailer, entrepreneur and Padel lover, Nick Bianchi with Gary Pemberton, entrepreneur & property specialist.

Sofa Stories is a business podcast hosted by Nick Bianchi & Gary Pemberton, with 90 episodes on record and a Required Pod Score of 80. PitchCentric scores this show on Booking Probability, Listen Score, and live audience signals refreshed every 24 hours.

Nick Bianchi & Gary Pemberton hosts Sofa Stories, a business show with 90 episodes published.

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  The Eclipse , Record Heatwaves & The Biggest Private Padel Event EVER..

  Aug 13, 202635 min

  Send us Fan Mail Episode 88 In this episode of Sofa Stories , there is plenty to talk about! We kick things off with the incredible eclipse , before getting into yet more record-breaking heatwaves and the crazy weather we have been experiencing. Then it’s all about P adel , as NB discussed what was the biggest private padel event ever, an amazing day packed with great people, huge energy, plenty of laughs and, of course, some seriously competitive padel with the Worlds greatest players. From eclipses and extreme heat to an unforgettable event in Manchester, it’s another action-packed episode of Sofa Stories . As always, thanks for watching.. enjoy the episode! Follow @the_sofastories_podcast on Instagram. Send us a voice note with any questions and/ or thought provoking and inspiring statements which we can engage with on the show. We encourage our listeners to join the conversation.

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  Episode 87: Staying Human in the Age of AI

  Aug 5, 202645 min

  Send us Fan Mail As AI becomes more capable, does being genuinely human become our greatest advantage? In this episode of Sofa Stories , Gary and Nick talk about two brilliant customer experiences we’ve had with MyoMaster Ice Baths and Mover X : experiences that stood out not because of clever technology, automation or perfectly engineered processes, but because of the people behind them. That personal connection. Someone caring. Someone listening. Someone making you feel like you matter. AI can make businesses faster, smarter and more efficient, but it can’t replace the feeling of a great human interaction. And perhaps the more AI enters our lives, the more valuable those moments become. We also wander, as Sofa Stories tends to, into the subject of swearing.. and share a line from our very good friend Darryl that has stuck with us: “A conversation never suffers by not swearing.” We hope you enjoy Follow @the_sofastories_podcast on Instagram. Send us a voice note with any questions and/ or thought provoking and inspiring statements which we can engage with on the show. We encourage our listeners to join the conversation.

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  Prime Minister #7 in 8 Years, Montenegro Travels & Is Tuchel the right Man to Take England Forward?

  Jul 23, 202635 min

  Send us Fan Mail Episode Summary In this episode of Sofa Stories , we unpack another extraordinary chapter in British politics as the UK welcomes its seventh Prime Minister in just eight years . What does this constant change at the top say about political stability, public confidence and the country’s direction of travel? We also turn our attention to Gary’s recent family holiday Montenegro , the so called Gem of the Balkans, slightly off piste from the normal Spain and France holiday destinations! Finally, we head to the football pitch to ask one of the biggest questions facing English football: Is Thomas Tuchel the right man to take England forward? We assess his tactical approach, tournament pedigree and whether he’s the coach who can finally help England turn potential into major silverware. Join us for an engaging conversation that blends politics, international affairs and football, with thoughtful discussion, differing opinions and plenty to get you thinking. Follow @the_sofastories_podcast on Instagram. Send us a voice note with any questions and/ or thought provoking and inspiring statements which we can engage with on the show. We encourage our listeners to join the conversation.

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  64 Days. 2 Million Steps. One Epic Walk for Parkinson’s - Huw Davis leading interview

  Jul 4, 202638 min

  Send us Fan Mail Huw Davis set himself an extraordinary challenge: to walk from John O’Groats to Land’s End in just 64 days, covering more than 2 million steps, raising over £20,000 for Parkinson’s which his twin brother has. In this episode, Huw shares the highs and lows of an unforgettable journey. From breathtaking landscapes and unexpected acts of kindness to relentless weather and the physical and mental battles along the way, he reflects on what it really takes to keep moving forward. The walk also became something far more personal. After selling his business in 2008, losing his wife, and now preparing for a new chapter in life and new found love, Huw explains how those 64 days gave him the space to reflect, heal, and rediscover what matters most. This is a story about resilience, endurance, grief, hope, and proving that even the biggest challenges can be overcome one step at a time. Follow @the_sofastories_podcast on Instagram. Send us a voice note with any questions and/ or thought provoking and inspiring statements which we can engage with on the show. We encourage our listeners to join the conversation.

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  Peptides: The New Revolution? - Oska Dean Leading Interview

  Jun 30, 202636 minS0

  <p>Send us Fan Mail</p><p>In this episode, Nick and Gary are joined by Oska Dean, expert and researcher in peptides and biohacking, for an insightful conversation exploring one of the most talked-about areas in health and performance.<br/>Together, they unpack what peptides are, how they work, and why they’re generating so much interest across medicine, fitness, longevity and recovery. Oska explains the difference between approved medical peptides and those that remain experimental, discussing the science, the current evidence, and why regulation varies around the world.<br/>We hope you enjoy! 🎙️ </p><p><b>Disclaimer:</b> This epi...

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