In this captivating episode, James sits down with the talented independent Liverpool singer-songwriter Anthony Russell, as he gears up for the launch of his second album Street Songs on 12 April 2025. Known for his soulful voice and heartfelt performances, Anthony takes us on a journey through his life and career, sharing the pivotal moments that shaped his path.

Anthony opens up about his experience on the British talent show, X Factor, and the immense impact it had on his life. He credits the unwavering support from One Direction's Louis Tomlinson as a crucial element that helped him navigate through some of his darkest times. With sincerity and courage, Anthony discusses his upbringing in a challenging environment where drink and drugs were a constant presence, and how these experiences influenced his music and aspirations.

Despite the hurdles, Anthony's determination has never wavered. His incredible journey has taken him to stages around the world, including a recent performance in the Caribbean for Chopard Jewellery. In this episode, he reveals how the encouragement and belief of others have been instrumental in helping him take life one day at a time, ultimately transforming him into the artist and person he is today.

What exactly is wealth management, and how can it benefit you?

In this weeks episode, James delves into the realm of wealth management with John Price, founder and owner of Modus Wealth Management in Liverpool.

John shares his insights into the wealth management industry, detailing his journey from climbing the corporate ladder to his time at the prestigious Coutts, where he became the second youngest Executive Director outside of London.

Despite his success, John realised that his Liverpudlian values and perspectives were increasingly at odds with the corporate environment. Taking the bold decision to take a 100% pay cut to start his own business from his spare bedroom, the business has since expanded to a team of nine and has recently been awarded Professional Services Business of the Year.

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In this episode of The Founders Blueprint, James interviews Michael Achilleos, the founder and owner of Grael, a premier luxury footwear restoration and cleaning company located in the vibrant Baltic Triangle of Liverpool.

Mike recounts his journey from running a successful fish and chips shop to realising it was time for a change. As he neared the sale of his business, uncertainty about his next steps began to weigh on him. However, a fortunate search on Google sparked the idea of starting his luxury footwear restoration company.

Now, with a thriving team by his side, Mike is restoring shoes for local celebrities, footballers, and clients from all over the UK. He shares his vision for the company and reveals some exciting plans he has in store.

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