A podcast for independent retailers
High Street Matters is the podcast by Bira, the British Independent Retailers Association.
High Street Matters discusses crucial subjects such as consumer trends, relevant government legislation, business rates, parking and staffing, providing top tips to help to help businesses stay ahead of the retail curve.
You can access High Street Matters wherever you get your podcasts, or stream directly via the Bira website by clicking the button below.
Scroll down to see the latest episodes of Season Two, followed by previous episodes from Season One.
Season Two:
Latest episode out now!
Ep02: No Business too Small
An increasingly harsh reality is that small businesses are increasingly being targeted by cyber criminals, and the "it won't happen to me" mentality can be dangerously costly.
Previous episodes from Season Two:
Ep01: Building Trust
Worried about negative reviews damaging your business? Think again. In this episode, discover how you can turn customer feedback into your secret weapon for growth.
Season One:
Ep01: Exploring Retail Crime with Bira
The premiere Podcast of "High Street Matters" tackles the escalating retail crime crisis plaguing Britain's high streets.
Ep02: Accessibility - Unlocking the High Street
Bira's second High Street Matters podcast explores how prioritising accessibility can unlock new opportunities for retailers
Ep03: Election Special - What the High Street Needs from the Government
In this latest episode of High Street Matters by Bira, we dive into the pressing concerns of independent traders across the country.
Ep04: AI and Retail - Boost Your Social Media Output with AI
In this episode of High Street Matters we discuss ways small independent retailers can utilise AI.
Ep05: Local Visibility to Get Your Products Noticed
In this episode of High Street Matters, discover how high street shops are making their inventory visible to online shoppers in real-time.
Ep06: Inside the Minds of Shop Thieves
Step inside the mind of shop thieves as leading criminologist Professor Emmeline Taylor and Bira CEO Andrew Goodacre reveal the psychology driving retail crime.
Ep07: Greening the High Street
Want to make your retail business more sustainable while boosting profits? Hear how independent retailers are successfully embracing eco-friendly practices without breaking the bank.
Ep08: Beyond Cars
Are low traffic neighbourhoods killing local businesses, or breathing new life into our high streets? This episode explores how reducing vehicle traffic is transforming shopping districts across Britain.
Ep09: Rights & Risks
Independent retailers are bracing for what employment law experts are calling a "tectonic shift" in workplace regulations. This crucial episode explores the sweeping changes.
