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Oct 17, 2020 • 50min
Business Weekly
Explore the controversy of 'golden passports' in Cyprus, the rise of citizenship by investment programs, challenges faced by female entrepreneurs in Africa, the awarding of the Nobel Prize for Economics, tax implications and auction theory, Apple's iPhone 12 unveiling, and the growth of the African animation industry.

Oct 16, 2020 • 19min
Brexit - ready or not
Guests Chayenne Wiskerke and Martin Bysh discuss how their businesses are preparing for Brexit uncertainties. Topics include export requirements, import duties, government accountability, and economic impacts of post-Brexit trade negotiations.

Oct 15, 2020 • 19min
Africa's animation scene: Ready for takeoff
An engaging discussion with African animators and producers, highlighting the booming animation sector in Africa. Topics include the challenges faced during the pandemic, the success of the series 'My Better World,' exploring beauty standards through animation, the impact of animation on sensitive issues, and the growth of the African animation industry.

Oct 14, 2020 • 19min
Over 50 and out of work
Michael Heggett, a 59-year-old lighting crew chief who worked on high-profile events, discusses the impact of losing his job during the Covid pandemic. The podcast touches on the struggles of older workers, the disproportionate effect of Covid on their employment, and the uncertainty surrounding their future prospects and pensions.

Oct 13, 2020 • 19min
Sexism in African investment
Explore the challenges faced by female entrepreneurs in Africa due to sexism in investment capital. Guests discuss their experiences with male-dominated finance industries and initiatives like Impact Her and Alithea IDF fund empowering female leaders. Women share stories of facing bias and harassment in meetings with potential investors.

Oct 12, 2020 • 17min
The future of Hong Kong
Hong Kong's Secretary for Commerce, Edward Yau, discusses the impact of China's new security law on Hong Kong's financial status and society. Business leaders express concerns over the city's future as a key financial hub amidst worsening US-China relations and the Covid pandemic. Key figures dissect the challenges of maintaining the 'one country, two systems' model in Hong Kong's governance.

Oct 10, 2020 • 50min
Business Weekly
Tech giants face congressional scrutiny for hindering innovation and spreading misinformation. Former Facebook employee speaks out on ethical dilemmas. Workers in Venice torn between tourism revival and environmental concerns. Musicians call for government support amid the pandemic. Climate change impacts worker health in extreme conditions.

Oct 9, 2020 • 19min
The end of the oil era
Former energy advisor to President Obama, Jason Bordoff, discusses the geopolitics of the energy transition, highlighting the challenges and complexities of shifting towards clean energy. He explains why the future may not be bleak for oil producers, the bumpy transition ahead, and the risks of a renewable energy-based future.

Oct 8, 2020 • 17min
The end of the line for cruise ships?
Exploring the uncertain future of the cruise ship industry post-pandemic, focusing on Venice's struggle with over-tourism and economic impacts. Discussing the environmental concerns and calls for sustainable tourism, along with the challenges faced by the industry in navigating the ongoing crisis

Oct 7, 2020 • 19min
Does big tech need a reboot?
French tech entrepreneur Maelle Gavet discusses the need for more empathy and diversity in big tech companies. She critiques Silicon Valley's cultural deficits and the limitations of self-regulation. Investigative reporter James Ball argues against hasty break-ups, highlighting the real problems that need fixing in the tech industry.