I Can Do That! - Learning From TV
Claire Owen-Jones
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About This Podcast
We're watching films to see what business lessons they can teach us.
Join Claire and Al, as they take a lighthearted walk through some of your favourite films, to see if they can give you the skills to earn more money, become more successful and generally be all round better business owners.
No serious business films allowed.
Cult classics, questionable plots and ridiculous outcomes are welcome.
Together, let's become more successful!
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S2E8 Kinky Boots - finding riches in the niches
This week we’re talking about how a struggling show factory was saved when it discovered now to niche, as as Claire and Al walk through the plot of the 2005 business film, Kinky Boots, starring…
S2E7 Sing - Turning a passion into cash
This week we’re talking about a koala who loves the theater but has struggled to turn it into a viable business as Claire and Al walk through the plot of the 2016 business film, Sing, starring…
S2E6 Annie - Choosing money over happiness
This week we’re talking about a lack of safeguarding, unhappy business owners and annoying children as Claire and Al walk through the plot of the 1982 business film, Annie, starring Aileen Quinn. Is…
S2E5 Sister Act 2 - Rescuing a business on a budget
This week we’re talking about having no money, being given no information and choirs as Claire and Al walk through the plot of the 1993 business film, Sister Act 2, starring Whoopi Goldberg. Can a…
S2E4 Charlie’s Angels - Reacting to challenges at work
This week we’re talking about being brilliant and beautiful and also boobs as Claire and Al walk through the plot of the 2000 business film, Charlie's Angels, starring Drew Barrymore, Lucy Liu and…
S2E3 Die Hard - Trusting the professional
Another Christmas film this week as we’re talking about bombs, computers and ninjas as Claire and Al walk through the plot of the 1988 business film, Die Hard, starring Bruce Willis. Do computers…
S2E2 Santa Claus: The Movie - What do children really want for Christmas?
Ho, Ho, Ho, this week we’re talking about broken toys, taking risks and pea soup as Claire and Al walk through the plot of the 1985 business film, Santa Claus: The Movie, starring Dudley…
S2E1 The Greatest Showman - Seeking critical acclaim
This week we’re talking about stealing from employers, becoming rich and wanting people to like you as Claire and Al walk through the plot of the 2017 business film, The Greatest Showman, starring…
S1E19 Series 1 Awards - Quick business lessons you can use today
This week we are looking back the the films covered in this series to see what business lessons we have learnt so far. What was the most unexpected business lesson?What film will lead us astray and…
S1E18 Ghostbusters - A business in demand
This week we’re talking about spending money, causing damage and crowds as Claire and Al walk through the plot of the 1984 business film, Ghostbusters, starring Bill Murray. Is it wise to spend all…
S1E17 KPop Demon Hunters - Talking negatively about your competition
This week we’re talking about evil competition, teamwork and 90's pop as Claire and Al walk through the plot of the 2025 Netflix business film, KPop Demon Hunters, voiced by Arden Cho. How do you…
S1E17 The Celebrity Traitors - Can we find a traitor?
In this bonus episode, we’re talking about the types of traitors, fitting into a group and team building missions as Claire and Al walk through the business TV show, The Celebrity Traitors. What type…
S1E16 Pinocchio - Getting distracted by opportunities
This week we’re talking about distractions, opportunities and donkeys as Claire and Al walk through the plot of the 1940 business film, Pinocchio, voiced by Dickie Jones. How do you identify a good…
S1E15 Burlesque - Raising money to pay off debts
This week we’re talking about ambition, raising funds and balancing drinks on a tray as Claire and Al walk through the plot of the 2010 business film, Burlesque starring Cher and Christina…
S1E14 You've Got Mail - Competing with larger businesses on price
This week we’re talking about sending emails, finding your niche and goldfish as Claire and Al walk through the plot of the 1998 business film, You’ve Got Mail starring Meg Ryan and Tom Hanks. Should…
S1E14 Life Of Brian - Building a community to become an influencer
This week we’re talking about building a following, communicating your message and stoning as Claire and Al walk through the plot of the 1979 business film, Life of Brian starring Monty Python. How…
S1E14 Flashdance - Knowing when to give up on your dream
This week we’re talking about the importance of a network, dealing with failure and lustful dogs as Claire and Al walk through the plot of the 1983 business film, Flashdance starring Jennifer…
S1E13 Mike Bassett: England Manager - Overcoming criticism to become successful
This week we’re talking about dealing with high expectations, being criticised and lads, lads, lads as Claire and Al walk through the plot of the 2001 business film, Mike Bassett: England Manager…
S1E12 Cruella - Using anger to motivate you in business
This week we’re talking about entering an industry, promoting your business and being angry all the time as Claire and Al walk through the plot of the 2021 business film, Cruella starring Emma…
S1E11 Ratatouille - Taking the praise for other people's work
This week we’re talking about culinary ambitions, food hygiene and being blindfolded by a rat as Claire and Al walk through the plot of the 2007 business film, Ratatouille starring Patton Oswalt.How…
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I Can Do That! - Learning From TV has published 31 episodes since February 2025, covering topics in Business, Entrepreneurship.
I Can Do That! - Learning From TV is currently highly active with new episodes every 2 weeks. Average episode length is 31m.
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