THE MIXED GRILL - The Recruitment Curry Club Explained | Mental Health & Real Conversations
Welcome to a slightly different episode of The Mixed Grill – the official podcast of the Recruitment Curry Club. This time, it’s a solo special hosted by Bobby Banerjee. An honest, behind-the-scenes look at how the Recruitment Curry Club was born, why it exists, and how it’s grown from six mates in Birmingham to a global recruitment community spanning five countries. Bobby shares the deeply personal journey that sparked the idea – including his battle with cancer, stepping away from his business for eight months, and the emotional and professional uncertainty that followed . What started as a small group of friends meeting in Indian pubs to talk openly – without the bravado and sales pitches – quickly evolved into something much bigger. In this episode, Bobby covers: * The real origin story of the Recruitment Curry Club * Why traditional networking often misses the mark * The “no pitching” rule (and what happens if you break it) * Why real-life conversations beat LinkedIn bravado * The power of community during tough times * How Curry Club events have quietly led to real business, collaborations and referrals * The growth from Birmingham to London, Manchester, Dublin, Australia, New York and beyond * Supporting Ripple (a crisis prevention charity) and the importance of mental health in recruitment Bobby also talks about the emotional rollercoaster of recruitment, how AI, LinkedIn visibility and market conditions are shaping conversations inside the club, and why being “in the room” still matters more than ever. From intimate dinners to larger expo after-parties, it’s become the unofficial safe space for honest recruitment conversations. Who This Episode Is For: * Recruitment business owners feeling isolated * Solo recruiters or small teams who want real connection * Suppliers tired of “spray and pray” networking * Anyone navigating mental health challenges in recruitment * People curious about building community in the industry * Those who want to understand how grassroots movements scale organically 🔗 Connect with the host Bobby Banerjee: https://www.linkedin.com/in/bobbybanerjee/ Get your fill of curry, banter, and brilliant recruitment minds at The Recruitment Curry Club: https://www.linkedin.com/company/the-recruitment-curry-club/ Look out for more episodes of The Mixed Grill dropping on Thursdays. Listen on another platform: https://rectalk.co.uk/
