Back to the Boardroom Podcast By Greer Riddell and James Van Hinsbergh cover art

Back to the Boardroom

Back to the Boardroom

By: Greer Riddell and James Van Hinsbergh
Listen for free

Join hosts Greer and James as they go Back to the Boardroom and behind the scenes of the latest episode of The Apprentice. We bring our unique take on the show's iconic business challenges, intense boardroom showdowns, and the clashes between candidates. If you want to get close to The Apprentice action but you’re not up for power dressing, being woken up with a 4AM phone call and having to patronise at least one graphic designer, this podcast is the one for you. So, go Back to the Boardroom with Greer and James. Lord Sugar will see you now. 💬 Instagram @BackToTheBoardroom. #TheApprenticeGreer Riddell and James Van Hinsbergh Art
Episodes
  • Season 3 Episode 10: Lights, camera, chaos!
    Mar 31 2026

    In this week’s episode, the candidates take on the ultimate test of confidence and charisma by selling products live on TV shopping channels. From spinach moments to that painful yoga mat pitch, this episode provided a lot of highlights!

    In this episode:

    • Greer and James step up to the challenge themselves and give TV selling a go in The Elevator Pitch

    • Greer shares behind-the-scenes gossip on which candidates were not happy with how they were edited

    • The pair head to London to try pizza from last year’s runner-up, Anisa

    Next time, it is the penultimate task before the interviews, where each team will have to come up with a pet product and obtain the most orders. Who will make a dog's dinner of this challenge?

    Follow us on Instagram @backtotheboardroom and let us know your thoughts.

    #TheApprentice #Apprentice2026 #RealityTV #AlanSugar #BBC

    Show more Show less
    34 mins
  • Season 3 Episode 9: The 9 Item Challenge Strikes Back
    Mar 22 2026

    Lord Alan Sugar sends the candidates to the Isle of Wight for a second crack at the infamous 9-item challenge. Redemption is the goal… but does anyone actually learn from their mistakes? Did everyone make it to the hovercraft in time?

    In this episode, you’ll hear:

    • Greer and James take on finding their own mystery items in The Elevator Pitch

    • Greer shares more Apprentice news, including messages from the listeners

    • James delivers a bumper Where Are They Now with four former candidates after last year’s consecutive double firings

    Next time, the candidates are back in front of the camera, this time trying to sell goods on the TV shopping channels. Who will be left speechless on the air?

    Follow us on Instagram @backtotheboardroom and let us know your thoughts.

    #TheApprentice #Apprentice2026 #RealityTV #AlanSugar #BBC

    Show more Show less
    37 mins
  • Season 3 Episode 8: Game Over in the Boardroom
    Mar 15 2026

    Ready to step onto the virtual treadmill and pitch your way to victory? Greer and James give you the rundown of this week's task, where teams must design and pitch a gamified fitness product built around a VR treadmill.

    In this episode, you’ll hear:

    • Greer and James try to win the listeners' vote with their own gamified fitness pitches
    • Greer continues her positivity streak as she runs through her top moments from the task
    • James delivers the all-important update on narrator hours and the current team scores

    Next time, the candidates get another chance at the infamous 9-item buying challenge. Will they redeem themselves after their first attempt, or are we about to witness another shopping list disaster?

    Follow us on Instagram @backtotheboardroom and let us know your thoughts.

    #TheApprentice #Apprentice2026 #RealityTV #AlanSugar #BBC

    Show more Show less
    37 mins
No reviews yet