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The Brave

The Brave

Written by: Bethan Vincent
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The Brave is a podcast about the people, companies, systems and ideas that are contributing to creating a better future. We speak to experts and innovators about what it takes to build new products and companies, create new markets and movements and challenge the status quo.

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Bethan Vincent
Hygiene & Healthy Living Psychology Psychology & Mental Health Social Sciences
Episodes
  • Why global growth demands a different kind of thinking #75
    Nov 25 2025

    In the first episode of our new season Bethan talks to Marcus Wang of Coda Global Ventures about building businesses in and across the US, the UK and China, and draws on his experience in discussing how to navigate the complex relationships and subtle differences across cultures and marketplaces.



    Links from the episode


    codaglobalventures.com


    Marcus on LinkedIn

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    39 mins
  • Curiosity, Care, and Courage: Why psychological safety is your competitive edge #74
    Jun 11 2025

    In this episode Bethan is joined by executive coach and leadership mentor Anni Townend. Taking Anni's work as a starting point they discuss how senior leaders can create high-performing teams embedding psychological safety at the heart of their culture. Anni shares why curiosity, care and courage aren’t just good intentions: they’re the foundations of effective leadership.


    Links from the episode:


    Anni's website: annitownend.com

    Find Anni on LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/anni-townend-leadership

    Collaboration Equation: collaborationequation.com

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    39 mins
  • Fashion Futures: Sustainability and scale in the fashion industry #73
    Apr 8 2025

    In this episode Bethan chats with Gillian Ridley Whittle, founder of Peachaus, about her journey from a career in fast fashion to creating an ethical underwear and lifestyle brand. We talk about the industry's environmental and social issues and the lack of - and need for - sustainable practices, and what the future might hold for the brands of today.



    Links from the episode


    Peachaus.com


    Peachaus on Instagram

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    33 mins
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