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Explore the impact of government job retention schemes on work habits. Hear from furloughed workers like gardening enthusiast Carol Peett and single parent Naomi Empowers. Learn about the unexpected consequences of the CARES act from New York law firm partner Greg Rinckey.

Columbia Law School's Michael Gerrard tracks US environmental regulations rollbacks with whistleblower Maria Caffrey discussing research suppression. Climate skeptic Myron Ebell supports deregulation, while futurist Alex Steffen warns of long-term consequences. The upcoming US election could shape the future of climate action.

Exploring the evasion of sanctions by major money launderers, challenges in enforcing economic punitive measures, Israeli billionaire bypassing restrictions in DRC mining, Gertler's questionable tactics in Afroland using proxy bank accounts, and the necessity of international cooperation to combat financial crimes effectively.

Beverley Knight, frustrated with half-empty auditoriums during the pandemic, discusses the shift to live streaming gigs. Musicians Dent May and Laura Marling share their innovative approaches to performing during lockdown. Music promoter Ric Salmon believes live streaming concerts may be more than just a short-term fix for the music industry.

Veteran environmentalist James Lovelock, creator of the Gaia Hypothesis, discusses his upbringing, inventions for the green movement, and critiques the university system. Topics include his career, the impact of backgrounds on scientific thinking, revolutionizing chemical detection with the Electron Capture Detector, Earth's self-regulation, climate challenges, and the importance of curiosity and independence in science.

Explore the impact of the coronavirus pandemic on global unemployment, the potential blessings and curses of Bolivia's lithium reserves, the need for a coat when getting coffee in France, and the controversy of doctors sharing bikini photos on social media.

Dr Zofia Bajorek, an expert from the Institute for Employment Studies in the UK, discusses the challenges of working from home during the pandemic. The podcast explores the struggles individuals face with remote work, the importance of face-to-face interactions for innovation, and the potential benefits of a flexible mix of home and office.

Exploring Bolivia's vast lithium reserves at the Salar de Uyuni, Daniela Sanchez-Lopez discusses the geopolitical implications of this untapped resource. The podcast delves into Germany's interest in the lithium deposit, the impact of political instability on mining ventures, and the competition for dominance in the global lithium market.

Guest Lena Einhorn, a Swedish virologist, discusses Sweden's controversial decision to forgo a lockdown during the pandemic. Despite high mortality rates, some Swedish companies have excelled. Experts debate the effectiveness of Sweden's strategy in balancing public health and economic priorities.

Experts Neal Goodman, Pamela Newkirk, and Betsy Levy Paluck discuss the flaws of diversity training in companies, emphasizing the lack of real commitment and potential backfiring if not conducted correctly. They delve into the challenges faced by diversity officers and the importance of meaningful structural changes in organizations.