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They call me "Car Boot Chris". I'm a UK Reseller and YouTuber and this podcast focuses on everything and anything reselling in the UK and around the world. Including insight and advice on platforms such as eBay, Amazon, Whatnot, Depop, Etsy, Vinted and more. Look out for regular guests and informative chat to keep you company, maybe educate and hopefully entertain!
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This Is MediaCity showcases some of the finest cutting edge creatives, celebrities, businesses and rising stars who call MediaCity their home. Interviews and features on the current and future state of media, entertainment, business and technology with the innovators and entrepreneurs making it happen. We'll examine the latest technology, production trends, how content is changing and how presenters, producers and businesses across all areas of the media are adapting. Yes, we'll also be prom ...
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Michelle Eagleton has interviewed some of the most famous people on the planet - Dame Joan Collins gave her make-up advice, while 80s pop phenomenon Bros sang an impromptu jingle for her show. But she reveals that an interview with Sir David Attenborough when she was starting out still haunts her… If you’re a journalist, you may want to sit down wh…
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Ahead of this year’s bigger than ever Classic Car Boot Sale, we are talking to legendary designer, Wayne Hemingway MBE. Wayne will be known to many as the founder of iconic fashion label, Red or Dead, but over the last decade, he’s been working with the team at MediaCity. He’s behind the Classic Car Boot Sale, which will be driving into MediaCity o…
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On this week’s This Is MediaCity, dock10’s Head of Production Innovation gives a fascinating insight into what’s possible now and what could be happening in the future for broadcast technology. Technology powers dock10 studios and Richard Wormwell is in charge of pushing the boundaries, to see where media production can head next. This isn’t just a…
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He’s worked with Tom Grennan for Gillette; had beds singing Queen tracks; and when Bruce Springsteen needed a studio fast - the first call was Gary Hilton at Gas Music. Gas Music has been based at MediaCity for almost a decade and works with brands and broadcasters to create perfect music tracks. That includes the likes of The Best A Man Can Get fo…
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Today we are joined by a pair of famous pups, as Animal Direction’s Davinia Hamilton-Maddox and Rachel Bean bring Tehya and Maycee to the studio. Animal Direction provides a whole host of animals to the screen sector, from advertising pet products to becoming household names, with appearances on Late Night Lycett and 8 Out of 10 Cats Does Countdown…
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Today fresh from winning a couple of Emmy’s Krygon Studios’ Bradley Harris joins us on the This Is MediaCity podcast sofa. Starting out in games and working on franchises including Lego and Harry Potter, he’s now doing more 2D and 3D work across screen. He’s also bringing his knowledge of creating games into the screen-sector to pioneer new ways of…
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From The Voice and 8 Out of 10 Cats Does Countdown, to Match of the Day and the eChampions League*, dock10 has filmed them all. And today they’ve invited us into their studio, as This Is MediaCity goes on the road - well down the lift… Andy Waters is Head of Studios at the Tardis-like complex at MediaCity and gives us insight into how it all works …
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Top presenter and podcaster, Chris Hawkins joins us on this week’s This Is MediaCity. He’s usually the one asking the questions, so today it’s a rare chance to hear what makes Chris tick, his radio inspirations, his love for music and working in the North West. BBC Radio 6 Music is based at MediaCity. We also chat about his hit podcast, How To DJ, …
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Here's a taster of This is MediaCity - our brand new podcast series hosted by journalist, producer and director Stephen Chapman – founder of MediaCity based 39 Pictures and produced by talented University of Salford graduates. Our lively weekly podcast will feature MediaCity’s finest from cutting edge creatives to rising stars with a few well-known…
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As Lowry marks its 25th anniversary, we speak to Matt Eames, Head of Theatres at Lowry about what makes it so special. We’ll also see the latest Lowry360 exhibit, which celebrates one of LS Lowry’s most famous pieces of art in a truly immersive way. We’ll discuss some of the big highlights of this year, plus where they want to be in the next 25 yea…
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This week, we’re joined by Alexis and Jen from "That's Flipping Retro" on YouTube! They’re a UK based couple who specialise in retro toys, vintage clothing, and.... LEGO. Right now, they are seriously considering leaving eBay behind to focus on other platforms, and they’ve got plenty to say about the challenges and changes they face in the resellin…
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The World Premiere of Stories Brought To Life arrives in MediaCity this weekend and we speak to the man behind it all. Rich Storton is the General Manager of FRAMELESS Touring and has spent years working with the National Portrait Gallery to create this unique immersive experience. He joins us to talk about what we can expect and how difficult it w…
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One minute they’re interviewing Bruce Springsteen at his home, the next Wise Owl are back in Yorkshire with Amanda Owen and the Brontes. This week This Is MediaCity links up with Prolific North for a special show with Leeds production company, Wise Owl. We talk about the ins and outs of producing shows like the new series of Amanda, Clive and Kids:…
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Today, I’m chatting with Paul (Dambo) and Beth from the "Demize Family" on YouTube, full-time UK resellers who hunt for hidden treasures at car boot sales and charity shops, then flip those finds online and at comic cons across the country. Whether it’s collectibles, pop culture merch, or niche fandom gear, they know how to spot it and sell it. We …
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From Mr Beast to women’s sport, TikTok and the North, this week’s podcast features Colin McKevitt, the founder and MD of Badger & Combes. The award-winning digital media production company broadcast to millions during the pandemic and works with major organisations across music, sports and beyond. Colin also talks about training the next generation…
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Today’s guest is Scott aka "That Flipping Wolf" on YouTube. Scott has lived a true "sliding doors" journey, from selling childhood treasures to pay off debt, to rediscovering retro toys and then diving into reselling. He's faced some major life challenges, including a serious head injury and career-ending knee damage, Scott is turning to reselling …
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It started out as an illegal pirate radio station, constantly threatened with closure, where they made music through their PlayStations. But now Unity Radio is an established champion of youth culture, based at MediaCity We hear from station founder and CEO, Jon Green about its origins; plus musicians and presenters, Aaliyah and Tsana who are some …
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How do you hang a giant jacket off Big Ben and the Eiffel Tower, or make a bus furry? These are the questions ThunderHawk’s Matt McHugh is here to answer. We also look at how the creative world is changing to give power to the indies, collaboration and innovation. And that’s why he was the first to move into the brand new Content Studio space and h…
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From Coronation Street and Emmerdale to big name presenters and now Hollywood, the award-winning Dan Scott is becoming a big name around the world. We’ll talk about styling the stars and how an early music career almost got him signed to Elton John’s management team. Plus is there “spexism” in movies; how you can make your glasses fit better; and m…
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Today, I’m joined by Ian, better known as "The Master Of Pieces" on YouTube. A passionate part-time reseller and collector who focuses on the things he genuinely loves to buy, sell, and keep. Despite juggling reselling alongside a full-time job, Ian has built one of the biggest YouTube channels in the UK within the part-time reseller space. But her…
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If you want inspiration today - you need to tune in to our podcast with Kai Ojo. The UK&I CEO of global software group, Planisware talks about his journey from sharing a desk as a start-up, to outgrowing two offices - even during Brexit and Covid. We discuss the tools entrepreneurs need from hiring a diverse workforce, to making sure you ask for he…
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Today, we're chatting with Louise, also known as "Style Reclaim" on Whatnot. Lou only recently began reselling as a business - but she almost didn’t start at all. Living with Autism and ADHD brought challenges like anxiety, fear, and self-doubt, making her question whether she could manage the finances, balance family life, and handle taxes. But de…
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Today we are chatting with Phil Higginson. Phil is a part time reseller and has a focus on coins, recently he found a 2p that sold at auction for £700! WOW. Time to check your loose change me thinks... Phil's YouTube channel - https://www.youtube.com/@Phil-Higginson My YouTube channel - https://www.youtube.com/@CarBoot_Chris?sub_confirmation=1 Than…
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Noelle uses state-of-the-art technology to take her gigs to another level. From immersive audio and developing visuals in Blender and Unreal Engine, to putting on Fortnite concerts. Noelle’s is an inspirational story of collaboration and the future of how we’ll listen to music live. Plus she tells us where to get the best coffee at MediaCity! Do yo…
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Today we are joined by Richard aka Tich, a part time reseller who was one day meandering round a car boot sale searching for his next item to buy and flip, probably expecting to find something fairly standard, maybe a pair or trainers worth £40 or football top worth £20. Little did he know that on this particular day he was about to find something …
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Amber Haque is a critically acclaimed documentary-maker and presenter, based in the North West of England. The University of Salford graduate talks about her journey, how her programmes have led to political change and why story-tellers should be harnessing social media. She also discusses her new role in pushing “the final taboo of diversity” - cl…
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Today we are joined by Simon aka The Gentleman Marketeer on YouTube. Simon is a Full Time Reseller and YouTuber and he got an offer he couldn’t refuse from eBay, an exclusivity deal! He sells predominantly clothing and sources mainly from charity shops. At a time when many of us find it hard to buy from charity shops, Simon still does very well, an…
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We have television royalty on the This Is MediaCity sofa this week as we’re joined by Granada legend and University of Salford Chancellor, Lucy Meacock. In a wide ranging interview Lucy talks about the importance of regional news and having journalism you can trust. We also look back on a unique career, including her first meeting with Tony Wilson …
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Today we are chatting with full time reseller George aka "Reseller George" on YouTube. George buys and sells a lot of clothing online and we are going to discuss where the best places are to pick up clothing. Charity shops, boot sales, kilo sales and more... Reseller George on YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/@RESELLERGEORGE My YouTube channel - h…
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On today's show ImmersivEye's Steve Moyler talks about how he started as a traditional graphic designer and now works at the cutting edge of broadcast technology. A journey via sandwich shop advertising, City Life, major commercials with McCann and now directing virtual productions with a tablet and Unreal Engine. But ultimately he says, everything…
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Today's guest is Bill from the channel "Dungeons & Joypads". Bill recently caused a stir in the YouTube Reselling community after releasing a video exploring how knowledge sharing on the platform has made it harder for everyone. We are going to go into more detail and look at the pro's and con's and try to answer this question once and for all. Dun…
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Peter Salmon, TV Producer and Former Director of BBC North, was the driving force behind the BBC’s move to Salford in 2011 when MediaCity first opened for business. This time he’s back in MediaCity to help shape its future direction and take us on a trip down memory lane. With a background that includes top roles at BBC Studios, BBC Sport, Channel …
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Todays guests are a reselling power couple from down under. Brad & Jaz, aka 2 Aussie Thrifters on YouTube. They have grown their business from a spare bedroom side hustle to a 6 figure monster supporting them both financially and with big plans for the future too! One things for sure, it's gonna be a RIPPER! 2 Aussie Thrifters on YouTube - https://…
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Today's guest is Joe, you may remember him as "Closet Geek" on YouTube. Joe went through a tough time when he lost his eBay account and subsequently called time on his channel. He's worked hard to rebuild his business and start again, it's probably every resellers worst nightmare, but he's back and he's gonna share his story. You can now find Joe w…
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Today's guest is Segun aka Immaresellit on YouTube. Segun is a full time reseller and drives a seriously hard bargain in order to make a living sourcing from the flea markets of Chicago! Immaresellit on YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/@immaresellit My YouTube Channel - https://www.youtube.com/@CarBoot_Chris?sub_confirmation=1 Thank you to our pod…
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Today's guest is Aaron Patrick aka The QuickBooks Chap. Aaron is a Chartered Accountant and Quickbooks expert and is going to talk to us about all things TAX and running your online eBay and Reselling business. From side hustle to full time to limited company, we got you covered! All Aaron's Links - https://linktr.ee/asktheaccountant My YouTube Cha…
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Today I'm chatting with Jon Luc & Charlotte. They met through YouTube and in just a couple of years have gone from selling at home individually to joining forces as a couple, combining their businesses and now have a 6 figure turnover selling thousands of items on Whatnot and eBay. And there's lots more in-between.... Jon Luc on YouTube - https://w…
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I'm chatting with Tommy aka Tommy Trades on YouTube. He's a Reseller, YouTuber AND Rapper who recently featured at the eBay Open 2024 and his eBay business is about to get a massive boost through the eBay start up scale up program. Let's chat... Tommy's YouTube Channel - https://www.youtube.com/@TommyTrades96 My YouTube Channel - https://www.youtub…
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Today's guest is JP aka Resell NE Thing on Insta, he's a reseller in the UK who operates on both eBay AND Amazon. So which is best and why?? Lets find out... JP's Insta - https://www.instagram.com/itsjp83/ My YouTube Channel - https://www.youtube.com/@CarBoot_Chris?sub_confirmation=1 Thank you to our podcast sponsor Selleraider! If you are interest…
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Today's guest is Derek aka Tat Peddler on YouTube. Derek is well known in the community and peddles most of his tat on eBay. He recently undertook a monumental task in rebuilding his barn for his business, in doing so very nearly met an un-timely end.... Derek's YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/@TatPeddler My YouTube Channel - https://www.youtube.…
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I'm talking with Dayna aka "Glammaz Closet" on YouTube and she is a full time reseller in the USA and recently quit eBay after getting fed up with policies that always seem to favour the buyer. Dayna decided to try selling in a different way to most... Glammaz Closet on YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/@glammazcloset6928 My YouTube Channel - https…
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Today I'm chatting with Peter aka Sales Of The Unexpected on YouTube. Peter sources mainly from Car Boot Sales for his full time reselling business, so we focus our podcast on the strategies and nuances of treasure hunting in the field (literally!). Peter's Channel - https://www.youtube.com/@salesoftheunexpected My YouTube Channel - https://www.you…
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What is it about platforms messing with their postage systems and causing chaos for sellers?? First Whatnot and now Vinted. It's been changed back within a week but there was a LOT of drama in-between... My YouTube Channel - https://www.youtube.com/@CarBoot_Chris?sub_confirmation=1 Send us a Message! Thanks for listening and don't forget to rate th…
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In this podcast we are myth busting on eBay and in reselling in general. Do we really have to list every day? Does GSP actually repackage everything? Is eBay full of scammers? Let's BUST some myths. My YouTube Channel - https://www.youtube.com/@CarBoot_Chris?sub_confirmation=1 Send us a Message! Thanks for listening and don't forget to rate this po…
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eBay have announced that in December 2024 all business sellers on the platform must comply with GPSR (General Product Safety Regulation) when selling to the EU and NI. On the face of it this looks like one big nightmare and yet another kick in the teeth for business sellers specifically. Let's try and break it down and see how hard this is actually…
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This week I am talking about Vinted and how to avoid the numerous scammers, and the tonnes of fake football shirts on the app. Vinted really need to clean up the platform. Plus taking all your questions and discussion points on anything and everything reselling. My YouTube Channel - https://www.youtube.com/@CarBoot_Chris?sub_confirmation=1 Send us …
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What would be your ultimate eBay wish list? How would you like to see eBay change and improve? Be realistic though, asking for no fees won't make the list. Sharing the things that we would all love to see eBay improve upon. Plus we are chatting everything and anything reselling as always. My YouTube Channel - https://www.youtube.com/@CarBoot_Chris?…
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This week we talking about Whatnot UK, their change of postage policy has turned the platform upside this week, sellers leaving, buyers unhappy. Let's go through what's happened and why and I am happy to take any other questions on reselling at the same time. My YouTube Channel - https://www.youtube.com/@CarBoot_Chris?sub_confirmation=1 Send us a M…
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This week we are sharing our BEST reselling tips and tricks and inviting the LIVE viewers on YouTube to share theirs too to create a huge library of help and advice in just a 1 hour podcast. My YouTube Channel - https://www.youtube.com/@CarBoot_Chris?sub_confirmation=1 Send us a Message! Thanks for listening and don't forget to rate this podcast! Y…
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Where will reselling be in 10 years time? Plus in this weeks episode I am taking ALL and ANY questions, comments and discussion on reselling. My YouTube Channel - https://www.youtube.com/@CarBoot_Chris?sub_confirmation=1 Send us a Message! Thanks for listening and don't forget to rate this podcast! Youtube - https://www.youtube.com/@CarBoot_Chris?s…
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