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The Internship - Putting people first in your business
June 9, 2026

The Internship - Putting people first in your business

This week we’re talking about updating your skills and not forgetting your customers, as as Claire and Al walk through the plot of the 2013 business film, The Internship, starring Vince Vaughn and Owen Wilson. Is knowing your...

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The Producers - How to embrace failure
May 25, 2026

The Producers - How to embrace failure

This week we’re talking about embracing failure and not trying to please people, as as Claire and Al walk through the plot of the 2005 business film, The Producers, starring Nathan Lane and Matthew Broderick. Why do other peo...

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8 Mile - How to be true to yourself
May 12, 2026

8 Mile - How to be true to yourself

This week we’re talking about working towards your dream whilst being true to yourself, as as Claire and Al walk through the plot of the 2002 business film, 8 Mile, starring Eminem. How do you know that the goal you are worki...

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Dangerous Minds - Getting the attention of your audience
April 28, 2026

Dangerous Minds - Getting the attention of your audience

This week we’re talking about watching a woman having to gain the attention of an audience who really don't want to engage with her, as as Claire and Al walk through the plot of the 1995 business film, Dangerous Minds, starri...

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Miss Congeniality - When to trust your instincts.
April 13, 2026

Miss Congeniality - When to trust your instincts.

This week we’re talking about a woman who is thrusted into a situation where she has to use her gut instincts to solve the case , as as Claire and Al walk through the plot of the 2000 business film, Miss Congeniality, starrin...

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Who Framed Roger Rabbit - How to work in chaos
March 30, 2026

Who Framed Roger Rabbit - How to work in chaos

This week we’re talking about watching a man trying to do his job when surrounded by chaos, as as Claire and Al walk through the plot of the 1988 business film, Who Framed Roger Rabbit, starring Bob Hoskins. Should you take o...

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Cocktail - When to take action and do something
March 16, 2026

Cocktail - When to take action and do something

This week we’re talking about watching a man try to become a millionaire through bar work, as as Claire and Al walk through the plot of the 1988 business film, Cocktail, starring Tom Cruise. Should you wait until you get a pe...

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Kinky Boots - finding riches in the niches
March 2, 2026

Kinky Boots - finding riches in the niches

This week we’re talking about how a struggling show factory was saved when it discovered now to niche, as as Claire and Al walk through the plot of the 2005 business film, Kinky Boots, starring Chiwetel Ejiofor. How much rese...

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Sing - Turning a passion into cash
Feb. 16, 2026

Sing - Turning a passion into cash

This week we’re talking about a koala who loves the theater but has struggled to turn it into a viable business as Claire and Al walk through the plot of the 2016 business film, Sing, starring Matthew McConaughey. How do you ...

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Annie - Choosing money over happiness
Feb. 2, 2026

Annie - Choosing money over happiness

This week we’re talking about a lack of safeguarding, unhappy business owners and annoying children as Claire and Al walk through the plot of the 1982 business film, Annie, starring Aileen Quinn. Is it ever okay to let childr...

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Sister Act 2 - Rescuing a business on a budget
Jan. 20, 2026

Sister Act 2 - Rescuing a business on a budget

This week as we’re talking about having no money, being given no information and choirs as Claire and Al walk through the plot of the 1993 business film, Sister Act 2, starring Whoopi Goldberg. Can a freelancer over achieve w...

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Charlies Angels - Reacting to challenges at work
Jan. 6, 2026

Charlies Angels - Reacting to challenges at work

This week as we’re talking about being brilliant and beautiful and also boobs as Claire and Al walk through the plot of the 2000 business film, Charlie's Angels, starring Drew Barrymore, Lucy Liu and Cameron Diaz. What would ...

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Die Hard - Trusting the professional
Dec. 23, 2025

Die Hard - Trusting the professional

Another Christmas film this week as we’re talking about bombs, computers and ninjas as Claire and Al walk through the plot of the 1988 business film, Die Hard, starring Bruce Willis. Do computers actually spark when you kick ...

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Santa Claus: The Movie - What do children really want for Christmas?
Dec. 8, 2025

Santa Claus: The Movie - What do children really want for Christmas?

Ho, Ho, Ho, this week we’re talking about broken toys, taking risks and pea soup as Claire and Al walk through the plot of the 1985 business film, Santa Claus: The Movie, starring Dudley Moore. Should Santa keep up with moder...

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The Greatest Showman - Seeking critical acclaim
Nov. 25, 2025

The Greatest Showman - Seeking critical acclaim

This week we’re talking about stealing from employers, becoming rich and wanting people to like you as Claire and Al walk through the plot of the 2017 business film, The Greatest Showman, starring Hugh Jackman. Should you che...

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Series 1 Awards - Quick business lessons you can use today
Nov. 10, 2025

Series 1 Awards - Quick business lessons you can use today

This week we are looking back the the films covered in this series to see what business lessons we have learnt so far. What was the most unexpected business lesson? What film will lead us astray and teach us bad business less...

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Ghostbusters - A business in demand
Oct. 27, 2025

Ghostbusters - A business in demand

This week we’re talking about spending money, causing damage and crowds as Claire and Al walk through the plot of the 1984 business film, Ghostbusters, starring Bill Murray. Is it wise to spend all of your money before you've...

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KPop Demon Hunters - Talking negatively about your competition
Oct. 13, 2025

KPop Demon Hunters - Talking negatively about your competition

This week we’re talking about evil competition, teamwork and 90's pop as Claire and Al walk through the plot of the 2025 Netflix business film, KPop Demon Hunters, voiced by Arden Cho. How do you avoid being distracted by you...

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The Celebrity Traitors - Can we find a traitor?
Oct. 12, 2025

The Celebrity Traitors - Can we find a traitor?

In this bonus episode, we’re talking about the types of traitors, fitting into a group and team building missions as Claire and Al walk through the business TV show, The Celebrity Traitors. What type of traitor would you be? ...

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Pinocchio - Getting distracted by opportunities
Sept. 29, 2025

Pinocchio - Getting distracted by opportunities

This week we’re talking about distractions, opportunities and donkeys as Claire and Al walk through the plot of the 1940 business film, Pinocchio, voiced by Dickie Jones. How do you identify a good business opportunity? Is th...

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Burlesque - Raising money to pay of large debts
Sept. 15, 2025

Burlesque - Raising money to pay of large debts

This week we’re talking about ambition, raising funds and balancing drinks on a tray as Claire and Al walk through the plot of the 2010 business film, Burlesque starring Cher and Christina Aguilera. Is it okay to be pushy if ...

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You've Got Mail - Competing with larger businesses on price
Sept. 1, 2025

You've Got Mail - Competing with larger businesses on price

This week we’re talking about sending emails, finding your niche and goldfish as Claire and Al walk through the plot of the 1998 business film, You’ve Got Mail starring Meg Ryan and Tom Hanks. Should you be scared of new comp...

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Life Of Brian - Building a community to become an influencer
Aug. 18, 2025

Life Of Brian - Building a community to become an influencer

This week we’re talking about building a following, communicating your message and stoning as Claire and Al walk through the plot of the 1979 business film, Life of Brian starring Monty Python. How do you find your tribe? Do ...

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Flashdance - Knowing when to give up on your dream
Aug. 4, 2025

Flashdance - Knowing when to give up on your dream

This week we’re talking about the importance of a network, dealing with failure and lustful dogs as Claire and Al walk through the plot of the 1983 business film, Flashdance starring Jennifer Beals. How do you cope when you d...

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