The podcast discusses the growing anti-immigrant sentiment in Germany and the mass demonstrations against it. It also explores Japan's successful efforts to get women back into the labor market. Additionally, the podcast talks about the declining usage of pennies in the UK.
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Germany witnesses mass protests against anti-immigrant rhetoric, raising concerns about a resurgence of fascism.
Societal changes in Japan are encouraging more women to stay in the workforce, addressing labor market challenges.
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Growing Anti-Immigrant Sentiment in Germany Sparks Mass Protests
Recent reports of a private meeting of hard right politicians discussing expelling millions of immigrants have sparked mass protests in Germany, with concerns about a resurgence of fascism.
Japanese Women's Changing Role in the Workforce
In Japan, societal and cultural pressures have traditionally discouraged women from staying in the workforce after marriage or childbirth. However, as Japan's labor market ages and shrinks, more women are staying in their jobs and pursuing their careers.
The Decline of the Penny in the UK
Due to inflation and decreased cash usage, the value of the penny in the UK has significantly diminished over the decades. Recent price repricing strategies and the high cost of producing the coin contribute to its declining relevance.
The Alternative for Germany (AfD) party represents a growing anti-immigrant rhetoric in the country, but people are taking to the streets in their thousands to fight back. Why has the debate become so polarised? Japan’s ruling party has been trying to get women back into the labour market, and it's working (09:24). And, why the Brits are dropping pennies (15:26).
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