The Viking Chats: navigating the choppy waters of property, technology and business

Welcome aboard The Viking Chats—the podcast where property, tech, and business collide in candid, no-fluff conversations. Hosted by Kristjan Byfield—lettings veteran, proptech pioneer, and co-founder of Base Property Specialists and The Depositary—this show dives deep into the real-world challenges and bold innovations shaping the future of the housing sector and beyond.

Each episode, Kristjan drops anchor with industry leaders, disruptors, and entrepreneurs to unpack the messy, inspiring, and often chaotic reality of running a modern business in a rapidly evolving landscape. Expect sharp insights, honest stories, and the occasional Viking metaphor—all served with Kristjan’s trademark wit and big-hearted honesty.

Whether you’re in lettings, launching a startup, or just love a good story about navigating change—this podcast is your compass in the storm.

Guest

Ed Mead

Ed Mead has spent more than 50 years at the forefront of the UK property industry. Best known for his time helping to grow Douglas & Gordon into one of London's most respected estate agencies, Ed has built a reputation as an innovative business leader, industry commentator and trusted voice on the future of property.

Following his agency career, Ed founded Viewber, a nationwide property services platform that has transformed how estate agents, auctioneers, landlords and housing providers deliver viewings, inspections and property visits across the UK. Alongside leading Viewber, Ed has remained an active contributor to industry debate, sharing his views on agency, PropTech, regulation and housing policy. His wealth of experience and willingness to challenge conventional thinking have made him one of the property's most respected and recognisable figures.

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Guest appearance on:

The Industry Never Stands Still with Ed Mead