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Pints, Pies & Profits

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How to go about investment

October 7, 2026 · 50 min

Diving deeper on one of episode 8's topic. Mike and Scott dig into the real mechanics of funding a business - when you actually need outside money, and what trading time, margin or control really means. They map out loans, VC and…
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September 30, 2026 · 47 min

A deeper, more tactical return to Episode 8's big question, with real dollar figures attached. Mike and Scott walk through exactly how to validate an idea at $0, $500 and $5,000 budget levels - and how to land your very first customer…
What sort of business owner are you

September 23, 2026 · 50 min

A fun, self-reflective one. Scott and Mike break down the three archetypes of business owner - Visionary, Craftsman and Hustler - and how understanding your own type changes who you should hire and how you should lead. Drinking beer…
Leadership - The importance of good staff

September 16, 2026 · 1 hr 3 min

Built around a Richard Branson quote - employees first, customers second - this episode is a deep dive into how to identify, keep, and lead A-grade talent, even in a tight labour market. Drinking beer from: Behemoth - Hophemoth Triple…
Learning to be a better business operator

September 9, 2026 · 49 min

A practical, framework-heavy episode on how owners actually get better at running their business - and how to know what kind of help you need next. Drinking beer from: Brew Moon - The Wolf APA (5.8%) & Garage Project - Party and…

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Having family involved in Business, and handing it down

September 2, 2026 · 51 min

Prompted by a brewery's 30th anniversary as a family operation, this episode tackles one of the trickiest topics in business: handing it down. Mike and Scott get honest about ego, entitlement, and what actually needs to be true for a…
When tough times come that threaten the economy - what should we be doing and looking out for?

September 2, 2026 · 58 min

With global uncertainty rattling supply chains and confidence, Mike and Scott lay out a four-question framework for owners to stress-test their business against a wobbling economy - grounded in real examples from their own portfolio…
Small changes in business that make the most difference

September 2, 2026 · 60 min

Named for the "butterfly effect" theme of the beer on the table, this episode is all about compounding - in your finances, your habits, and your leadership. Scott shares a personal four-week transformation, and the pair unpack why "catch…
The most important people/ organisations to partner with as a SME

September 2, 2026 · 55 min

Mike (openly admitting his bias as a business coach) and Scott rank the outside relationships that move the needle most for small business owners - starting with the one nobody argues against. Drinking beer from: Garage Project…
How to take your business idea to fruition and what to do when you want investment

September 2, 2026 · 59 min

The episode where the podcast officially gets its name. Fresh off travels through South Korea and Japan, Scott and Mike map out the real path from idea to first customer - and the four ways to fund it, ranked from best to last resort…
Quick Fire Questions at Mike

September 2, 2026 · 54 min

A lighter, rapid-fire format. Scott puts Mike on the spot, covering the sketchiest deal that ever paid off, the most nerve-wracking moment of his career, and what he actually wants his kids to learn about business. Drinking beer from…
Knowing when to pivot - if things don't look good

September 2, 2026 · 47 min

Prompted by the closure of a well-loved Wellington brewpub, this episode is a masterclass in reading the warning signs early. Mike and Scott break down lead vs. lag indicators, the three essential financial statements every owner should…

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About the show

Running a business is one of the loneliest jobs in the world. Everyone thinks you've got it figured out. Most days, it feels like you're not so sure. Pints, Pies & Profits is the weekly business podcast for founders and owners who want straight answers, not more noise. Every episode, Mike and Scott crack open a craft beer, cut into a pie, and dig into the real stuff, cash flow, team drama, strategy, growth, the decisions that keep you up at night. No jargon. No lectures. No pretending it's easy. Just honest conversations that leave you thinking more clearly about Monday morning. Because business shouldn't feel like something that's happening to you. It should feel like something you're building. New episodes every Thursday.