The Outside Crowd
Episodes
Inside the World of Historic & Organic Gardens 🌿
19 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, JB and Ryan are joined by Ryan’s team leader Rabbit and special guest Josh Taylor, a garden consultant and designer with years of e...
The Boys Behind the Mic 👀🎙️
05 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, JB, Billy and Ryan take it back a step and open up a bit more about who they are outside of the business and the podcast. From person...
Hiring Your First Admin: What It Costs & Why It Pays Off 💼📈
19 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
JB and Billy break down why hiring an admin assistant is the first real investment most founders avoid — what it actually costs, when to do it, and ...
Lessons You Only Learn From Losing 📉➡️📈
05 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Failure isn’t the opposite of success — it’s the tool. Billy & JB break down the losses, the lessons, and how mistakes became leverage. If y...
Bringing It Home: Lessons From Working Abroad with Mikey Grimes ✈️🇦🇺
22 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Ryan and Billy sit down with Mikey Grimes to talk about his journey working in Australia for 4–5 years and what it was really like coming back to th...
Taking Stock: Where We’re At After a Big Year 📅 📊
08 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
We’re back — all three of us 🎙️ The first episode of the new year sees the lads back together, catching up on where we’re at, how the year’...
The Christmas Special: Parties, Pints & Running a Business 🎄
25 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
It’s our first ever Christmas special! 🎄🎙️ JB, Ryan & Billy get festive as they chat about Christmas parties, end-of-year chaos, and the...
What It Really Takes to Go Full-Time in Photography with Rob Curd 📸
11 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Ever thought about turning your camera skills into a full-time career? 📸🚀 This week we sit down with Rob Curd from Got The Shot Media to talk ab...
Buying Out a Partner & Starting Again 💼🌲🔄
27 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Billy and Ryan are joined this week by guest Daniel Watson as we dive into Buying Out a Partner & Starting Again. From taking over a tree surgery ...
What It’s Really Like to Cycle Around the World with Phil Clarke 🌍🚴♂️
13 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
This week we’re joined by Phil Clarke — a man who cycled around the world. 🌍🚴♂️ Phil shares what it was really like to travel across ...
The Truth About Running a Garden Business with Ollie Taylor 🌳💡
30 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we sit down with Ollie Taylor from Stone Cottage Garden Care to talk about the reality of running a garden care business — from the...
Reflections from the Job Site 👷♂️
16 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Billy and Ryan sit down for an honest chat about the lessons they’ve learnt on the job — from running teams to handling setbacks,...
Roots, Risks & Rewards: Life as a Tree Surgeon with Ivan Carson 🌳
02 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
This week we’re joined by Ivan Carson from Penshurst Tree Surgery to dive into the world of tree surgery. From working at dizzying heights to managi...
Rogue Traders: Spotting the Red Flags 🚩
18 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
JB and Ryan dive into the world of rogue traders – how to spot them, how to protect yourself, and the lessons every tradesperson can learn. From war...
Plastics in the Industry: Smart or Short-Sighted? 🌍
04 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
This week on The Outside Crowd, JB and Ryan dive into the debate around plastics in the industry. From plastic grass to decking, they break down the p...
Metamorph Landscapes: Lawrence Martin on Transforming Outdoor Spaces 🌳🔄
21 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
This week, JB and Ryan sit down with Lawrence Martin, founder of Metamorph Landscapes, to talk about the art—and the science—of transforming outdo...
Reimagining Gardens: The Creative Path of Cameron Trend 🌱✨
07 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
This week, JB, Ryan, and Billy sit down with garden designer Cameron Trend—founder of Trend Designs—for a conversation that digs into the journey ...
Keeping It Tight: Smashing Project Deadlines 🔥⏱️
24 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Running over on jobs can cost time, money, and your reputation. In this episode, JB, Ryan and Billy break down the key ways to keep projects on track ...
When Staff Issues Heat Up 🔥👥
10 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Staff problems are never fun—but have you noticed they often come up at the same times each year? In this episode, the lads dive into the patterns b...
The Road Ahead: What’s Next for Us 📈💭
26 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, JB, Ryan, and Billy sit down to chat about the future — both for the podcast and their own businesses. From long-term goals to the ...
Cash Flow Chaos: The Reality Check 📉
12 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
JB, Billy, and Ryan get real about the brutal side of running a small business — that sinking moment when you check your bank account and wonder whe...
Longer Days, Bigger Gains: Make Spring Work for You ☀️📈
15 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
As the days get longer and the jobs start rolling in, JB and Ryan sit down to share their top spring business and landscaping tips. From managing the ...
Secrets Behind Stunning Gardens with Jack Kent 🌳✨
01 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
This week, Ryan and JB sit down with Jack Kent from Garden Creations 🌿 to talk all things landscaping, business growth, and the realities of runnin...
What It Takes to Build a Million Pound Company 💡💷🚀
17 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Just JB on the mic today, diving deep into what it really takes to build a £1 million business. From mindset to strategy, growth to grit — this one...
Struggling for Leads? The Secret to a Bulletproof Sales Pipeline 🚀
03 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
🚀 Struggling to generate leads and close deals? Your sales pipeline might be the problem! In this episode, we sit down with James and Sam Barker fr...
Surviving & Thriving in a Changing Economy 📈🏢💡
20 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, JB and Billy dive into the realities of the changing economy, discussing how the cost of living and shifting spending habits impact b...
Understanding Your Role in the Company 💼🔑
06 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
As a business grows, so does the role of the people running it. In this episode, Billy and JB sit down to discuss how responsibilities evolve over tim...
Inside Jacksons Fencing and the Future of the Industry 🛠️📈
20 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Billy and Ryan sit down with Leigh from Jacksons Fencing to chat about the company’s journey, the future of the industry, and what 2025 has in store...
Why a Clear Vision is Key to Business Success 🔑
06 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Having a clear vision is the foundation of any successful business! 👀🔑🚀 In this episode, JB, Billy, and Ryan sit down to discuss why vision m...
The Good, the Bad, and the Unexpected of Trade Shows 🎪📈
23 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Discover the highs, lows, and surprises of trade shows as JB, Billy, and Ryan share their experiences in the latest episode of The Outside Crowd. From...
The Art of Planting Design with Sally-Anne Rees 🌱🎨
09 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
🎙️ The Art of Planting Design with Sally-Anne Rees 🌱🎨 This week, JB, Billy, and Ryan are joined by Sally-Anne Rees, an experienced gardener...
How Winter Weather Shapes Our Work ❄️💼
26 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Bundle up and tune in! 🎙️ This week on The Outside Crowd, JB, Billy, and Ryan discuss the ups and downs of working in the cold during winter. Fro...
Why 2024 Was Our Best Year Yet 💪🎉
12 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Why 2024 Was Our Best Year Yet 💪🎉 — JB, Billy, and Ryan sit down to reflect on an incredible year, sharing their biggest wins and proudest mom...
Landscaping Secrets to Maximise Property Value with Marc Johnson 🏡📈
28 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Join JB, Billy, Ryan, and our special guest Marc Johnson from KMJ Property as we uncover the secrets to boosting property value through expert landsca...
The Joys and Challenges of Pets at Work 🐾
14 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
JB’s got a new pup, and Ryan’s loyal companion Louis is always on-site keeping the crew in line 🐶✨! This episode’s all about the ups, the l...
Why Good Customer Service Makes or Breaks Your Business 💬👎
31 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Billy goes off on a rant about a frustrating customer service experience, while Ryan and JB share their own thoughts on what makes or...
Turning Timber into Treasures with Tom Byrne 🌳🪚
17 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of The Outside Crowd, JB, Ryan, and Billy sit down with Tom Byrne, the creative force behind Rag and Byrne. Tom shares his journey fro...
Building the Dream Team 💼👥
03 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of The Outside Crowd, JB, Billy, and Ryan dive deeper into how they recruit, train, and build the ideal team to drive success. From sp...
The Power of Training Fresh Talent for Success 🌱🎯
19 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Billy and Ryan dive into the benefits of hiring young, inexperienced staff and how training them from the ground up can lead to long-...
Growing Treadgold Garden Design with Jo Walker 🌱
05 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Jo Walker shares her journey of starting Treadgold Garden Design, revealing the challenges and triumphs of building a garden design b...
Keeping Your Finances in Check 📊✅
14 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
💸 In this episode, JB, Ryan, and Billy dive into the essentials of managing finances in a business. From budgeting tips to their personal strategie...
Mastering the Entrepreneurial Mindset 💡
08 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
🎙️ In this episode of The Outside Crowd, Billy, Ryan, and JB dive deep into the importance of mindset in running a business and achieving growth....
From Supply to Success with Oliver Corkery 🌟📦
25 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, JB, Billy, and Ryan sit down with Oliver Corkery from Corkers. Oliver shares the journey of growing Corkers, a local landscape suppli...
Secrets to Launching a Thriving Outdoor Business 🌳
11 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of The Outside Crowd podcast, join Jake, Billy, and JB as they dive into the secrets of running a successful outdoor business. From la...
Unveiling JB's Business Secrets 📈💡
27 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of The Outside Crowd, join Billy and Ryan as they dive deep into JB's business journey. From earning his degree to launching his own q...
The Importance of Insurance with Sophie Elford 🌳📋
13 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
🌳🛡️ In this episode of The Outside Crowd, join Ryan and JB as they sit down with Sophie Elford to discuss the crucial role of insurance in pro...
The Year So Far 📅
30 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of The Outside Crowd, JB, Billy, and Ryan come together to reflect on the year so far. From triumphs to challenges, they share insight...
Navigating the Outdoor Industry in 2024 🔍🌲
16 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of "The Outside Crowd" podcast, join host JB, alongside panelists Billy and Ryan, as they dive deep into the current state of the outd...
Life as a Successful Gardener with J Gardens🌻
02 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this special episode of The Outside Crowd, we're joined by Ryan, JB, and our esteemed guest, J.Gardens, as well as Ryan's work colleague Oli. Toget...
Tools of the Trade 🛠️🌳
18 Apr 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of The Outside Crowd podcast, join our regular panelists Jake, Billy, and Ryan, alongside host JB, as they uncover the indispensable t...
Trials and Tribulations of Running a Business 💼📈
04 Apr 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of The Outside Crowd podcast, join our regular panelists Jake, Billy, and Ryan, alongside host JB, as they delve into the trials and t...
Balancing Parenthood & Business with Birth Connections 👶📈
21 Mar 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of The Outside Crowd, we delve into the delicate art of managing parenthood alongside entrepreneurial endeavours. Join us as we sit do...
How to Market Your Business 💼
07 Mar 2024
Contributed by Lukas
🌿 Join JB and our panelists, Billy, Jake, and Ryan, as we delve into the dynamic world of business marketing in the latest episode of "The Outside ...
How the Weather Can Affect Your Work 🌥️
22 Feb 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Discover how the weather impacts outdoor work on the latest episode of 'The Outside Crowd' podcast. Join JB and our expert panel as we explore the cha...
Exploring Garden Design with Becca Nash 🌺
08 Feb 2024
Contributed by Lukas
🌿 Dive into the lush world of garden design with the latest episode of "The Outside Crowd" podcast! Join host JB along with our regular panelists—...
Is Your Business Ready for 2024? 💼
25 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Join JB and our panel on "The Outside Crowd" as we explore the pivotal question every outdoor business owner should be asking. Regardless of your outd...
What Makes A Good Job? (Part 2) 🛠️
11 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this insightful episode of "The Outside Crowd," join JB and our expert panel as we unravel the secrets behind what truly makes a job in the outdoor...
What Makes A Good Job? (Part 1) 🛠️
21 Dec 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In this insightful episode of "The Outside Crowd," join JB and our expert panel as we unravel the secrets behind what truly makes a job in the outdoor...
Meet The Crowd 🌳
21 Dec 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Join us for the inaugural episode of "The Outside Crowd," where the crowd comes alive! Hosted by JB, our first episode is a captivating introduction t...