We talk to Ben Clarke, the ‘Lanky but Lovely’ creative intern at Gymshark about internships, side hustles and letting go of perfection.

Leeds-based designer and illustrator Taaryn Brench, talks to The Arena team about her experience with apprenticeships, overcoming adversity and craving creative variety.

Five small businesses from The Arena community, tell us why they love what they do and how it all started.