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Guests Mars Geuze and Bibop Gresta discuss the advancements in Hyperloop technology, including recent trials with passengers and the potential for high-speed intercity transit. They also touch upon the challenges and criticisms facing the new technology, and hint at exciting developments on the horizon.

Richard Anderson, a tailor on Savile Row, discusses the impact of remote work on formal business attire. The debate on the necessity of suits post-pandemic is explored, with insights on changing dressing trends. The podcast also covers the challenges faced by traditional tailors and the adaptation to virtual selling methods amidst travel restrictions.

Hungary and Poland's opposition to EU budget over rule of law, risking nearly $900bn Covid recovery fund. Tensions escalate as Hungary's Orban and Poland clash with EU. Summit in December to resolve impasse amid concerns for businesses and livelihoods.

Can economics save the Amazon rainforest from deforestation? Prof. Greenstone discusses incentives for locals to preserve the forest, while Prof. Gatti shares insights on monitoring carbon emissions. The challenges of compensating farmers and balancing conservation with development are explored, highlighting the need for innovative solutions and global cooperation.

Exploring the global economic impact of the new Covid vaccine, family dynamics surrounding financial support, and musicians advocating for fairer streaming royalties.

Tech entrepreneur Julie Fredrickson explains her journey into prepping post-hurricane Sandy. Serial entrepreneur John Ramey discusses the failure of institutions driving more people into prepping. Social geographer Bradley Garratt highlights the global presence of preppers.

Roxanne Gordon, wife of an ex-NFL player, discusses the racial-norming issue in compensation claims. New York Times journalist explains race-norming and its impact. Cathy O Neill talks about race-norming in various aspects of life due to algorithms. The podcast delves into the controversies surrounding NFL compensation and brain injuries, highlighting systemic racism and discrimination in technology.

John Johnson, Vaccine programme co-ordinator for Doctors without Borders, discusses the challenges of distributing vaccines in developing countries. Technology like solar-powered refrigerators and co-ordination between institutions are key to vaccinating the world. Pfizer's ultra-cold storage requirements and global vaccine allocation fairness are also major topics of discussion.

Experts Bruce Y Lee and Alex de Jonquieres discuss the challenges of global Covid-19 vaccine distribution among rich countries. They highlight the importance of fair access to vaccines for all nations and the efforts being made to ensure affordability and availability worldwide.

Is it up to children to support their parents financially? Manuela Saragosa hears from Lamees Wajahat in Canada, who has been supporting her parents to pay the bills since she had her first part-time job. But is it the duty of the family, or the state to provide? Manuela speaks to Professor Sarah Harper of Oxford University, who argues that opportunities for younger generations are better than ever before, and that family obligations have always been a part of life. (Pic of piggy bank via Getty Images).