303: Jon Moynihan: Why growth is everything

Jon Moynihan, a businessman and venture capitalist, discusses his book *Return to Growth: How to Fix the Economy*. He argues that the UK economy is struggling due to excessive government intervention and crony capitalism. Moynihan critiques the inefficiencies of net zero policies and advocates for advanced nuclear technologies to balance growth and environmental concerns. He calls for a reevaluation of growth narratives, emphasizing their historical benefits in enhancing prosperity and individual freedoms, alongside the urgent need for economic reform and reduced spending.