DRAGON'S Den is back on BBC, showcasing top entrepreneurs vying for investments. Among them are Zara Paul and Aaron Morris, set to appear on Dragon's Den on Thursday, January 16 at 8 pm.
Who are Zara Paul and Aaron Morris?
Zara Paul and Aaron Morris are the creative minds behind The Choppity, a video editing platform based in the North East. This married couple envisioned simplifying the video-editing process for podcasters and businesses. The Choppity is already utilized by renowned companies like ITN, Autotrader, Turtle Bay, and Sonatype.
Breaking barriers
Zara Paul is the first openly non-binary contestant on the show, aiming to inspire LGBTQ+ representation in the startup world and media. They hope to encourage others to pursue their dreams and feel accepted in the industry.
Before Dragon's Den
Prior to facing the Dragons on BBC's hit series, Zara had four years of self-employment experience. Both Zara and Aaron have backgrounds in virtual AI and hold Bachelor's degrees in Computer Science. Excited about their Dragon's Den appearance, Paul shared their anticipation for the show.
Who are the Dragons this series?
The 2025 series of Dragon's Den features five full-time Dragons ready to offer investments and guidance. Meet the panel:
- Deborah Meaden - leisure and hospitality expert.
- Peter Jones - serial entrepreneur with diverse interests from technology to food and publishing.
- Steven Bartlett - health and wellness investor and host of the UK's most listened to podcast, The Diary of a CEO.
- Touker Suleyman - retail and manufacturing tycoon.
- Sara Davies - businesswoman and TV personality.
How can I watch Dragon's Den?
Tune in to Zara and Paul's episode on Thursday, January 16, at 8 pm on BBC One. Catch a fresh episode of Dragons' Den weekly on BBC One on Thursdays at 8 PM or stream on BBC iPlayer.
