Akinwumi Adesina, President of the African Development Bank, talks about his optimistic outlook for Africa's future, the importance of renewable energy and green minerals, the need for a more inclusive global financial system and compensation for Africa's climate change impacts.

Peter Roscoe, experienced in short selling, discusses the rise of amateur traders trying this strategy. The accessibility of trading apps and the impact of social media on investing decisions are explored. The risks and challenges of shorting, along with the interaction between buyers and sellers in the market, are discussed.

Former CEO Paul Pittman shares his experience of being targeted by an anonymous short seller who made false allegations to drive down the company's stock price. The podcast explores the role and impact of activist short sellers, the consequences of false accusations, and the rise of everyday short sellers through trading apps.

Carson Block, a prominent activist short seller, discusses his strategies for exposing fraudulent companies and driving down stock prices. The podcast explores the world of short sellers and the challenges they face. It also explains the concept of short selling and the impact it has on the market. The chapter highlights the risks and rewards of being an activist short seller, including the satisfaction of holding companies accountable and the controversy surrounding their work.

Andre Schwammlein, co-founder of Flixbus, discusses his journey from wanting to be a pilot to revolutionizing the intercity travel industry. Learn about Flixbus' global growth, partnership with Greyhound, and future plans for expansion. Exciting insight into the success of this transport entrepreneur.

Discover what gives a stadium its atmosphere and how it can be designed. Architect Christopher Lee shares his experiences designing iconic grounds like Yankee Stadium and Wembley Stadium. Listeners share what makes their favorite sports grounds special. Learn how stadiums bring investment and regeneration to cities and the potential of reaching a global audience through technology.

US manufacturer Ascend Elements chooses Kentucky to build electric car battery factory, previously an industry dominated by China. The podcast explores government incentives and the potential for job creation. It also discusses the clean energy transition from coal and the need for similar measures in the UK. The impact of government investment in electric car battery factories on job creation and local economies is examined.

The podcast discusses the choice between balsa wood and plastic foam for wind turbine blades, including the environmental impact and sustainability concerns. It explores the challenges faced by Ecuador's balsa wood industry and the search for alternatives. The process of recycling plastic bottles into composite foam for wind turbine blades is explained, comparing its use to balsa wood. The chapter also explores the challenges and advancements in wind turbines at Crook Hill Wind Farm.

The podcast discusses the impact of India's rice export ban on large importing countries, such as Nigeria and the UAE. It examines the consequences for global food security and whether other countries can fill the shortfall of rice in the global supply. The podcast also explores the economic implications and panic buying in high-income countries.

Durreen Shahnaz, founder and CEO of Impact Investment Exchange, shares her journey from Bangladesh to Wall Street and her mission to make the financial system work for those in need. Topics include childhood trades, challenges as a woman of color on Wall Street, empowering women through impact investing, investing in sustainable businesses, and a case of sustainable organic farming in Cambodia.