Celebrating 50 Episodes of the MorePeople Podcast: Stories, Insights & Real Conversations
When we first launched The MorePeople Podcast, we had a simple goal - to bring something extra to our clients, candidates, and the industry at large. Now, 50 episodes later, we’re proud to say it’s grown into something even more meaningful: a platform that gives voice to the incredible people and stories behind the food, horticulture, and agriculture sectors.
In our milestone 50th episode, our Managing Director Richard Hanwell sat down with CEO Andrew Fitzmaurice to reflect on what the podcast has become and where it’s going.
Why We Started This Journey
At its core, the MorePeople Podcast was always about adding value. Sure, we do recruitment, and we like to think we do it well, but we also saw a real need to go beyond transactional relationships. This podcast gives us a way to open up deeper, more personal conversations with the people shaping our sectors. From industry pioneers to rising stars, from client stories to our own team’s journeys, the podcast helps to showcase the real stories behind the CVs and job titles.
As Andrew shared:
“If we can find other reasons to talk to candidates and clients beyond the typical recruitment needs, then we’re doing our job better.”
What We've Learned Along the Way
Doing something 50 times teaches you a lot. From the awkward early episodes to now feeling a bit more at home behind the mic, we’ve grown and so has our appreciation for the wide variety of talent and stories in our network.
Richard put it well:
“The amount of careers you can have in this industry is epic. Everyone has a story. Some fall into the sector. Some chase it. But all of them are worth telling.”
We’ve also learned how important it is to step out of our comfort zones, something we ask of our team regularly, so it only felt right to do the same ourselves. As Andrew said,
“You get better at what you practise. And that includes pushing yourself to do new things.”
Highlights from the First 50
There have been so many standout moments, but here are just a few of the episodes that really struck a chord:
Boyd Douglas-Davies talking about the Greenfingers charity - a powerful and emotional conversation.
Aggie Mutuma, whose work around leadership and inclusion brought a fresh perspective.
Shane Tyler, shining a light on modern slavery and ethical employment - a sobering and essential discussion.
Dan Cross at Dyson Farming and Suneel Appan from Future Biogas showcasing innovation in regenerative agriculture and green energy.
Internal episodes with our own team - revealing the journeys, motivations, and personalities behind the people at MorePeople.
Every guest has offered something unique, and we’re incredibly grateful for their time, honesty, and willingness to share.
What’s Next for the Podcast?
We’re just getting started.
With a packed guest list ahead and a wish list even longer, we’re excited to continue building a podcast that informs, connects, and inspires. We’ll keep using it as a platform to:
Raise the profile of overlooked but vital sectors.
Highlight career paths and opportunities.
Introduce fresh talent and fresh thinking to the market.
Give our team a chance to learn, grow, and share their own stories.
And who knows maybe we’ll even take it on the road (Tropical-themed podcast, anyone?).
Thank You for Listening
To everyone who’s tuned in, subscribed, shared, or simply dropped us a message to say you enjoyed an episode - thank you. Your support is what keeps us going.
Here’s to the next 50 episodes and many more.
