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Aug 4, 2023 • 18min

The price for Mexican heritage

We look into Mexico’s drive to get historical artefacts returned. Find out more about a famous quetzal feather crown believed to have been worn by the great Aztec emperor Moctezuma, it is currently in Austria and we hear from those who want to keep it there, and those campaigning for its return.Presenter / producer: Beth Timmins Image: Moctezuma's headdress; Getty Images
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Aug 3, 2023 • 18min

Rebuilding Turkey after the earthquake

On Sunday 6 August 2023 it will be six months since the devastating event which killed more than 50,000 people, injured tens of thousands more, and left hundreds of thousands of people homeless. For Business Daily, Victoria Craig travels to the worst affected region of Hatay. When President Erdoğan visited the disaster area back in February, he vowed to rebuild within a year, so can he keep that promise? Victoria speaks to residents who are still waiting to hear about permanent homes.And we ask whether new homes will be safe enough to survive another natural disaster?Presenter: Victoria Craig Producer: Gonca Tokyol(Image: Reconstruction in Hatay)
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Aug 2, 2023 • 18min

Is it possible to grow food on the Moon?

Space agencies and billionaire investors plan to have people living on the Moon or Mars. But those lunar and martian residents will have to grow their own food to survive.Find out how biologists from Florida, Norway and the Netherlands are experimenting to grow crops in regolith, the kind of soil found on the Moon and Mars. It could be very profitable enterprise. Presenter / producer: Russell Padmore Image: Moon and crops; Credit: Getty Images
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Aug 1, 2023 • 18min

Working at altitude

The podcast explores the challenges and risks of working at high altitudes, focusing on the Escondida copper mine in Chile. It discusses the effects of high altitude exposure on the body, including symptoms and serious conditions. The impact on sleep quality and safety risks are examined, along with the importance of health and prevention. The effects of working at high altitude on individuals, particularly women and pregnant women, are also discussed.
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Jul 31, 2023 • 18min

Is France leading the way on nuclear?

The country produces 70% of it's electricity this way - and is the global leader.It's aiming to prolong the lifespan of its 56 existing nuclear reactors – and construct additional ones.President Macron is calling it "the nuclear renaissance" of France.However some people still have concerns over the safety measures in place.So how much sense does France's nuclear strategy make, economically speaking?Produced and presented by Lisa Louis. Image:
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Jul 28, 2023 • 18min

European Para Championships: A new sporting event

Explore the vibrant city of Rotterdam and the upcoming European Para Championships, highlighting the challenges and importance of organizing a multi-sport event for para sports. Discover the funding sources and sponsorship strategies for the championships, and the evaluation process for sport sponsorship by a telecommunications company. Experience the anticipation and excitement of competitors for the event, and the potential boost in publicity and medal opportunities.
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Jul 27, 2023 • 18min

Business daily meets: Janelle Jones

Janelle Jones, the first black female chief economist in the Labor department, shares her experiences at the White House and the importance of race in economic conversations. She discusses the potential consequences of interest rate increases, the role of unions in addressing economic inequality, and gives advice to young black women aspiring to make a difference.
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Jul 26, 2023 • 18min

The chocolate village

HRH Oba Dokun Thompson, aims to transform the economy of Eti-Oni village by manufacturing chocolates and selling in Europe's finest shops. Over 90% of Eti-Oni's inhabitants are cocoa farmers. King Thompson has partnered with Beech's fine chocolate in the UK. The podcast explores cocoa farming in Nigeria, the significance of cocoa in the economy, and a tour of Beaches Fine Chocolate. It also discusses the collaboration between Narrator, Eloni, and the UK chocolate company to develop a brand for cocoa beans in Ationi province.
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Jul 25, 2023 • 18min

The new Panama Canal?

Exploring the Bioceanic Highway project connecting Chile and Brazil, and its potential impact on Paraguay's business, especially the Mennonite farming community living in the new highway's path.
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Jul 24, 2023 • 17min

Is Georgia benefitting from Russian money?

Georgia has seen huge economic growth but is there a cost to doing business with Russia?Tens of thousands of Russians moved to the small South Caucasus nation since the war began and they brought along their money and their ideas. In this programme we hear from some of those who have made the move and set up homes and businesses in Georgia. We'll also hear what Georgians, who fought their own war with Russia in 2008, make of the huge growth in trade and economic relations between the two countries. Presenter / producer: Rayhan Demytrie Image: Anti-Russian protests in Georgia; Credit: BBC

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