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Bob Johnson, founder of BET and first US African-American billionaire, discusses the idea of reparations for African-Americans. The podcast explores the historical link between slavery and American capitalism, the lasting impact of slavery on African Americans, and the debate on reparations for descendants. Professor William Darity and historian Caitlin Rosenthal provide expert insights on the economic aspect of reparations and the potential impact on wealth distribution and the broader economy.

Experts Rory Smith, Marianna Spring, and Professor Joseph Usinski discuss the prevalence of conspiracy theories surrounding Bill Gates, exploring their impact on society and vaccine uptake. They delve into the psychology behind belief in such theories and the challenges of addressing misinformation during a crisis.

Discussing the future of office spaces and cities post-coronavirus, the podcast features Mike Hampson from Bishopsgate Financial advocating for remote work, Luke Philpott highlighting the drop in office demand, and Tom Carroll emphasizing the importance of physical offices. Urbanist Richard Florida explains the continued significance of cities despite the pandemic impact.

Representatives from the National Black Chamber of Commerce and the National Retail Federation discuss companies' role in fighting for racial equality amidst George Floyd protests. The podcast also covers different US states' responses to COVID-19, and the cautious reopening of bars and cafes in France post-lockdown.

Explore the challenges faced by sex workers during the pandemic, from income loss to health risks. Hear from workers in Bangladesh trapped for months and an Australian escort forced online. Learn about innovative healthcare solutions in Nairobi.

MTV News Host Dometi Pongo discusses the role of corporate media in supporting Black Lives Matter. John Harmon shares insights from black business owners' experiences. The podcast explores proactive measures for businesses to address systemic racism, with input from industry leaders and those affected by recent events.

Economist Nouriel Roubini discusses the potential new Cold War post-coronavirus, highlighting America's global leadership failure, trade tensions, and China's rise. He questions if the US is prepared this time. They explore the repercussions of countries choosing between China and the US, the challenges of global cooperation on economic and environmental issues, and Roubini's outlook on the future of the global economy.

Students are unsure about starting university due to social distancing measures, leading to many deferring their studies. Guest Jorge Beltrao explains why he's taking a gap year. Zamzam Ibrahim discusses the challenges faced by students. Kim Weeden highlights concerns about the spread of viruses on college campuses. The podcast also addresses the financial impact on universities, especially from a shortfall in international students.

Tara Smith, an epidemiologist, discusses the worrying trend of COVID-19 impact in rural areas and the cultural divide in response to the virus. Martha Lincoln highlights the risk of coronavirus strategies being caught in US culture wars. Chris Ingram emphasizes the need for a balanced response to COVID-19 amidst media sensationalism and loss of perspective.

Exploring the controversial concept of Covid-19 immunity passports, the future of the film industry post-pandemic, debunking dubious coronavirus cures, and honoring the life of Stanley Ho, the King of Gambling in Macau.