
About this podcast
What’s on your list of the greatest products made in Britain? Join economics journalist Steve Duke as he criss-crosses the island to meet the people still making things in our factories and workshops. Hear the stories behind some of our most iconic products, told by the people crafting them. “A gem of a series” – Podcast Rex “Thoughtful and warm” – The Guardian ***** “A wonderful, life-affirming podcast” ***** “Important listening with a light touch” 2026 – British Podcast Awards –…
59 episodes · business
The Factory Next Door
About this podcast
What’s on your list of the greatest products made in Britain? Join economics journalist Steve Duke as he criss-crosses the island to meet the people still making things in our factories and workshops. Hear the stories behind some of our most iconic products, told by the people crafting them. “A gem of a series” – Podcast Rex “Thoughtful and warm” – The Guardian ***** “A wonderful, life-affirming podcast” ***** “Important listening with a light touch” 2026 – British Podcast Awards –…
Recent episodes
- 52. The Propelling Pencil25 Aug · 40 min
- 51. The Remembrance Wreath11 Aug · 31 min
- Most replayed moments. The greatest business strategy29 May · 16 min
- Most replayed moments. Why I bought a British factory22 May · 16 min
- Most replayed moments. Stories from our makers that made me cry15 May · 15 min
- 50. The Knitted Polo Shirt21 Apr · 36 min
- 49. The Folding Bicycle7 Apr · 39 min
- Bonus Ep. Northampton. How to grow our shoe industry17 Mar · 56 min
- 48. The Wedding Tent3 Mar · 31 min
- 47. The Surgical Clamp17 Feb · 26 min