Podcast · 12 episodes
People Doing Things
by Ed Little · English
'People Doing Things' is a podcast series celebrating and inspiring the entrepreneurs of tomorrow. Hosted by Ed Little a brand strategist and founder who runs his own branding agency called Roleplay, helping brands find their role in culture and play the part.
Latest episodes
The Heart Cut - Georgie BellGeorgie Bell, co-founder of The Heart Cut, explains how independent bottling can democratise whisky by sourcing single casks directly from distilleries worldwide and telling the makers’ stories.8 Sep 2026 · 46 min
Spice Dept - Rupert DerhamRupert Derham, founder of Spice Department, explains why UK supermarket spices are typically 3–5 years old by the time they’re bought, how that dulls flavor (volatile oils oxidize), and how his brand…5 Aug 2026 · 29 min
Better Sundays - Tarek MoursiEpisode 133 of People Doing Things features Tarek Moursi, founder of Better Sundays, a hard kombucha brand positioned as a “healthy hedonist” sessionable alternative to beer/cider.18 Jun 2026 · 40 min
All episodes
The Heart Cut - Georgie BellGeorgie Bell, co-founder of The Heart Cut, explains how independent bottling can democratise whisky by sourcing single casks directly from distilleries worldwide and telling the makers’ stories.8 Sep 2026 · 46 min · 21 chapters
Spice Dept - Rupert DerhamRupert Derham, founder of Spice Department, explains why UK supermarket spices are typically 3–5 years old by the time they’re bought, how that dulls flavor (volatile oils oxidize), and how his brand…5 Aug 2026 · 29 min · 15 chapters
Better Sundays - Tarek MoursiEpisode 133 of People Doing Things features Tarek Moursi, founder of Better Sundays, a hard kombucha brand positioned as a “healthy hedonist” sessionable alternative to beer/cider.18 Jun 2026 · 40 min · 20 chapters
JENKI - Claudia BoyerClaudia Boyer, co-founder of Jenki (UK matcha brand), explains why matcha is replacing jittery coffee culture, how Jenki built its business, and what makes “ceremonial” matcha different from…13 Apr 2026 · 39 min · 15 chapters
Spill - Lou Cheadle and Sofia ButtarazziIn this episode, host Ed Little interviews Lou Cheadle and Sofia Buttarazzi, co-founders of SPILL, a tea brand aiming to reform the tea industry by emphasizing quality, ethical sourcing, and…18 Mar 2026 · 48 min · 20 chapters
The Pass - Joseph De KleeCelebrating and inspiring the entrepreneurs of tomorrow, hosted by Ed Little, founder of branding agency Roleplay.15 Feb 2026 · 39 min · 13 chapters
Wahaca - Mark SelbyIn this episode, Ed Little interviews Mark Selby, the co-founder and CEO of Wahaca, a restaurant brand that revolutionized Mexican food in the UK.31 Jan 2026 · 50 min · 20 chapters
Roots Allotments - Christian SamuelA podcast celebrating and inspiring entrepreneurs of tomorrow, hosted by Ed Little, a brand strategist and founder of Roleplay.18 Nov 2025 · 39 min
Oat Cult - Ben da CostaIn this episode, Ed Little interviews Ben da Costa, co-founder of Oat Cult, an innovative brand offering ready-to-mix overnight oats.27 Oct 2025 · 48 min
My Skin Feels - Danielle CloseEd Little, founder of branding agency Roleplay20 Oct 2025 · 40 min
Wild Thingz - Fliss NewlandIn this episode of *People Doing Things*, host Ed Little interviews Fliss Newland, the founder of Wild Thingz, a vegan sweet brand that addresses the "sweet dilemma" faced by parents.8 Oct 2025 · 41 min
Top Cuvée - Brodie MeahBrodie Meah, founder of Top Cuvée (London natural/“natty” wine bar and retailer), discusses building an accessible wine brand, scaling from restaurant to shop/wholesale/DTC deliveries, and the…21 Aug 2025 · 39 min · 13 chapters