{"version":"1.0","type":"rich","provider_name":"Acast","provider_url":"https://acast.com","height":250,"width":700,"html":"<iframe src=\"https://embed.acast.com/$/682f19c6ffbddaf282e88ca0/691c18e5b958098159a352a1?\" frameBorder=\"0\" width=\"700\" height=\"250\"></iframe>","title":"41. The China Mug","thumbnail_width":200,"thumbnail_height":200,"thumbnail_url":"https://open-images.acast.com/shows/682f19c6ffbddaf282e88ca0/1763448917401-4a566154-c99a-4c92-a1cd-69fb2438caa0.jpeg?height=200","description":"<p>There’s plenty of reasons to buy a British manufacturer right now. On this week’s episode, artist Susan Rose reveals why she’s just done that – acquiring a pottery in Stoke-on-Trent.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>We take a tour to learn about getting the thickness of mugs just right, the art of the kiln-stack, and why the random-shake of a cup in water is not always what it seems.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>We also hear about overcoming dyslexia to build a business, and why a little help from your friends is so often invaluable.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Plus, Susan gives thanks for the birds, saves a butterfly, and makes a mug for The Factory Next Door.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Say hello on Instagram @thefactorynextdoor</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>The Factory Next Door is supported by AVEVA, a leader in industrial intelligence.&nbsp;</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Sign up to their bi-weekly newsletter about manufacturing here:</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>www.aveva.com/factory</p>","author_name":"Steve Duke"}