Episodes

  • Episode 6 – Twice the Charm

    Episode 6 – Twice the Charm
    Feb 28 2023
    How to launch a product (twice)? Charlie Brooks is about to find out.  In this episode, Charlie readies herself for the U to launch and for now, without her name attached. And while she watches from the wings as the product goes out, Charlie is also quietly preparing for launch day take-two and her big reveal. So who better to speak to than someone who knows the industry inside out, Jacqueline.  Featuring Jacqueline Gold CBE Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    42 mins
  • Episode 5 – All hands on deck

    Episode 5 – All hands on deck
    Feb 21 2023
    Greater than the sum of its parts? Charlie Brooks thinks so.  In this episode, Charlie and co put the finishing touches to the U but between PR, packaging and wholesale, there’s a lot to do. And with the launch date close by, it’s time to get comfortable talking publicly about pleasure. So who better to chat to than content creator Style Me Sunday who’s well-versed in that conversation.  Featuring Natalie Lee AKA Style Me Sunday Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    45 mins
  • Episode 4 - Testing, testing

    Episode 4 - Testing, testing
    Feb 14 2023
    How to perfect a product? Charlie Brooks is about to find out. In this episode, Charlie hands over the reins to some trusted reviewers to road test the U but will it be first time lucky for the prototypes or a case of trial and error? And with some unforeseen hold ups looming, it’s time to speak to a business expert about staying the course.  Featuring Mandy Nyarko MBE Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    42 mins
  • Episode 3 – Brand new

    Episode 3 – Brand new
    Feb 7 2023
    How do you find a voice for your brand? Charlie Brooks is looking for answers. In this episode, Charlie is ready to breathe life into the U brand and a chance meeting changes everything. But how do you distil down all your thoughts into just one design? And seeing as female pleasure is front and centre in this discussion, who better to turn to than a sex educator for advice.  Featuring Ruby Rare Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    36 mins
  • Episode 2 – Pitch perfect

    Episode 2 – Pitch perfect
    Jan 31 2023
    Stronger together? Charlie Brooks thinks so.  In this episode, Charlie goes on the hunt for a partnership and a certain big brand is all ears. But will a strong pitch and good chemistry be enough to seal the deal? It’s all about mindset, so while Charlie’s at it, who better to talk pleasure and the brain with than a neuroscientist.  Featuring Dr Nan Wise Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    42 mins
  • Episode 1 – An idea with legs

    Episode 1 – An idea with legs
    Jan 23 2023
    How do you turn a 3am brainwave into a reality? Charlie Brooks is about to find out.  In this episode, Charlie takes the very first steps in beginning a business – figuring out the what, the why and the how. Armed with a homemade clay model, and some very positive feedback from friends, it’s time to speak to product designers and a research scientist to see if her idea actually has legs.  Featuring Dr Christiana Von Hippel  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    35 mins