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Wake Up to Money Show Featuring Green Bean Studios

1/4/2026

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Tune in to the Wake Up to Money Show on BBC Radio 5 Live this Easter week!

Join guest speaker Anita Frost for a catch-up on all the latest economic news, breaking stories, and an insight into the current state of our economy. Grab a brew and an Easter egg, and listen in!
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​Entrepreneur Anita Frost is a multi-award-winning author and the founder of Green Bean Studios®. Anita, along with a talented team of professionals, has grown a children's edutainment brand. ​ The children's brand, based at Green Bean Studios, creates precious moments for children and families through: Retail - Media/EdTech​ - Animated TV productions. 

As a dynamic children’s edutainment brand, Anita shares the brand's values of raising the next generation of children to play, learn and go on fun outdoor adventures. Anita embarked on a journey combining social science, innovation, and creativity to establish Green Bean Studios, the home of the world of Green Bean, and its retail arm, the Green Bean Collection®.

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​Date: Thursday, 2nd April 2026
Time: 05:00 to 06:00 (broadcast each weekday)
Programme: Wake Up to Money on BBC Radio 5 Live

This early morning financial radio programme covers a broad scope of business, economics, finance, and technology stories, with a focus on UK domestic business news alongside major international developments.

​The show features live discussions with a range of interviewees, including company executives, academic experts, business professionals, and members of the public. Expert guests often represent industry trade groups (such as the CBI, IoD, and FSB), university business schools, or regulatory watchdogs.

A regular UK markets guest also features, commenting on company, commodities, or currency news and any breaking business stories. Frequent contributors have included Anita Frost (Green Bean Studios) and Justin Urquhart Stewart (Seven Investment Management).

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