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Rolls-Royce introduces the Aletheia framework to test AI trustworthiness. Dame Wendy Hall discusses AI trust issues. Pag Miles explains how AI impacts recruitment. The framework is offered for free to all sectors.

Sophie Pornschlegel, a senior policy analyst at the European Policy Centre, discusses the ongoing UK-EU Brexit trade negotiations and the potential for a deal. The podcast also explores the impact of the lack of a trade deal on businesses, like a UK coffee exporter. The episode covers the uncertainties surrounding Brexit, the implications of trading under WTO terms, and the challenges faced by businesses amidst the trade uncertainties and COVID-19.

On this edition of Business Weekly, we ask whether Covid vaccines are the shot in the arm the pharmaceutical industry needs to rescue its reputation? Plus, as the world looks ahead to life after the pandemic will our transportation systems be there to help us get around? There’s a financial crisis in New York’s mass transit system. What does that mean for the city it supports? Airbnb finally packs it bags and heads to the stock market. The holiday accommodation company’s shares boomed on its first day of trading this week. We speak to Airbnb’s chief executive, Brian Chesky. Also, in China, over 15m tonnes of food is wasted every year. The government has a new plan to tackle this, but how will it convince its citizens not to throw food away? And we’ll be talking about that nine figure deal reached by Bob Dylan to sell off his back catalogue. Business Weekly is presented by Lucy Burton and produced by Matthew Davies.

Natasha Smith from Compassion in World Farming and UK minister Craig Mackinlay discuss the potential ban on live animal exports post-Brexit. The podcast explores the legal, ethical, and economic implications of the ban, as well as the reactions of UK farmers and the changes in EU regulations on live animal transport.

Political correspondent Rob Watson discusses the failed Brexit trade talks between Boris Johnson and Ursula von der Leyen. They delve into the potential implications for the UK and global trade post-Brexit, highlighting the pressing need for a firm arrangement. The podcast also explores the challenges in negotiations, including contentious issues like fish rights and maintaining fair competition standards.

Former Pfizer executive John Lamattina and others discuss the balance between vaccine pricing and profiteering in the pharmaceutical industry. Topics include ethical dilemmas, global vaccine distribution challenges, patent protection, financial implications, and public perception of vaccination efforts.

A discussion with Mark Pegram, who lost his son in the 737 Max crash, and Ed Pierson, a former Boeing manager, raises safety concerns. Pierson warned about production pressures compromising safety before the accidents. Experts weigh in on the FAA's regulatory role and Boeing's safety measures post-accidents.

How passenger fears and remote working are prompting a crisis in public transport. Manuela Saragosa speaks to Pat Foye, chairman of New York's Metropolitan Transportation Authority, which is facing a multi-billion-dollar hole in its finances. Mohamed Mezghani, secretary general of the International Association of Public Transport, describes the challenge of getting commuters back onto trains and subways. Nicole Gelinas, senior fellow at the Manhattan Institute, explains why transport systems like New York's are so central to a city's economic success.(Photo: Passengers on New York's subway system, Credit: Getty Images)

This podcast delves into the court battle between Shell and environmental groups over fossil fuels, innovative approaches to fighting deforestation in the Amazon, struggles of UK clothing stores during the pandemic, the art of tailoring on Savile Row, and the importance of email etiquette in professional communication.

Sarah Frier, author of No Filter: The Inside Story of Instagram, delves into the corporate drama behind Instagram's rise. She discusses the acquisition by Facebook, the clash of values between Kevin Systrom and Mark Zuckerberg, challenges faced post-acquisition, and reflects on Instagram's impact on society, mental health, and entrepreneurship.