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This week on the podcast, they discuss the chaos at the UK ports due to Europe's blockage, the impact of the pandemic on the global shipping industry, France's ban on accent discrimination, how the Royal Albert Hall is coping without ticket sales, and stories of entrepreneurs starting businesses during the pandemic.

Exploring the future of cities post-COVID-19, the podcast dives into urban vulnerabilities, sustainability, and resilience. It highlights community spirit, inequalities, air quality, and global challenges faced by cities. Experts discuss the need for redefined city models, equitable urban planning, and city leaders' roles in tackling global issues.

Talks between the UK and the EU on a post-Brexit trade agreement continued during the night, but a deal is expected to be unveiled on Thursday. Negotiators in Brussels are said to be trying to finalise details on fishing quotas, which have proved an obstacle to an agreement during months of talks. On the programme we'll hear from Sally Jones, Brexit lead at Ernst and Young, Charles Grant at the Centre for European Reform, as well as the BBC's Political Correspondent Rob Watson.(Picture credit: Reuters)

Expert Lars Jensen from SeaIntelligence Consulting discusses the impact of the pandemic on the shipping industry, including global shipping disruptions and container shortages. Bridget Rosewell highlights the need for businesses to reevaluate supply chain strategies in response to changing market demands.

Two guests, Paddy Gamble and Charlotte Lockhart, discuss the benefits of a 4-day work week. Paddy shares how productivity increased when they implemented it at Perpetual Guardian. Charlotte advocates for a global campaign supporting the 4-day week, while Marc Effron argues it doesn't improve productivity.

Sarah Traverso from Coca-Cola and Ann Christine Diaz discuss the challenges of Christmas advertising in 2020 amid the pandemic. They explore the evolution of emotional storytelling, adapting holiday ads to spread joy, and navigating the changing tides of advertising and marketing, especially focusing on online platforms and social media.

This podcast explores the potential regulatory troubles for Big Tech, the crucial role of dry ice in Covid-19 vaccine distribution, the future of virtual reality for business meetings, and the revival of traditional Christmas correspondence among young people.

Ken Churchill, Owner of the West Coast Cannabis Club, shares insights on running a cannabis business. Emily Dufton discusses the history of marijuana in America. Lawyer Robert Hoban explains the impact of Georgia Senate seats on cannabis decriminalization. The podcast explores financial challenges, regulatory obstacles, opioid crisis connections, and political implications of cannabis legalization in the USA.

Why US regulators want to break up the social media giant. The US Federal Trade Commission (FTC) and dozens of US states are arguing that Facebook is a monopoly that harms consumers. Ed Butler speaks to tech and anti-trust researcher Dina Srinivasan about why data privacy is at the centre of the arguments over Facebook's monopoly power. Former FTC chairman Bill Kovacic explains why breaking up the social media giant is still a distant possibility. And the BBC's technology correspondent Rory Cellan-Jones discusses the rising anti-tech sentiment among both US and European regulators.(Photo: Facebook, Whatsapp and Instagram logos. Credit: Getty Images)

Virtual reality experts discuss the phenomenon of Zoom fatigue and the potential of VR to enhance business meetings. They explore lifelike avatars, interactive features, and the growing interest in VR technology.