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Mar 5, 2024 • 18min
Tourism’s sustainability ambitions
Exploring sustainability in tourism at FITUR, the world's largest tourism trade fair. Discussing responsible tourism practices, economic impacts in Puerto Rico, environmental challenges in Bali, AI reducing food waste in hotels, and barriers to sustainability in the travel industry.

Mar 4, 2024 • 18min
How are farmers adapting to climate change?
Exploring how farmers are adapting to climate change through techniques such as planting trees next to crops, dryland farming, and sustainable farming practices. Hear how farmers in Spain and Kenya are managing severe droughts and changes in temperature to ensure crop sustainability and improve soil quality, despite the challenges posed by global warming.

Mar 2, 2024 • 58min
Bonus: Good Bad Billionaire
Join Simon Jack and Zing Tseng as they delve into Warren Buffett's journey from a young entrepreneur making strategic investments to becoming the richest investor in history. Explore Buffett's investment philosophy, his successful ventures like Berkshire Hathaway and Coca-Cola, and his inspiring dedication to philanthropy. Discover if this good billionaire truly deserves his spot among the billionaires

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Mar 1, 2024 • 18min
Business Daily meets: Mariana Mazzucato
Government dependence on consulting firms, challenges of outsourcing during COVID-19, evolution of government confidence, role in technological advancements, addressing global challenges

Feb 29, 2024 • 18min
Is it okay to be mediocre at work?
The podcast explores the growing trend of embracing mediocrity at work, highlighting the shift in priorities post-pandemic. It features discussions with a Time Magazine journalist, a TikTok creator behind #lazygirljob, and a psychologist from the London School of Economics. Topics include work-life balance, the impact of perfectionism, and changing workplace dynamics for different generations.

Feb 28, 2024 • 18min
Would you like to work 'near' home?
Exploring the concept of working 'near' home with co-working spaces, the rise of suburban coworking spaces, experiences with co-working spaces worldwide, and community-focused initiatives to combat isolation for remote workers.

Feb 27, 2024 • 18min
Chile's move to a 40 hour work week
Exploring Chile's transition from a 45 to a 40-hour work week, with insights on the impact this has on work-life balance, happiness, and productivity. Hear from workers and businesses in Chile about the positive and negative implications of this gradual reduction in working hours.

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Feb 26, 2024 • 18min
How Sweden led the way on parental leave
Explore how Sweden's pioneering parental leave policy has influenced families and businesses, challenging traditional gender roles and promoting equality. Hear stories from the first dads to take paid leave, and learn about the cultural shift towards fathers being actively involved in childcare. Discover the impact of Sweden's generous parental leave system on workplace culture and societal norms.

Feb 23, 2024 • 18min
Business Daily meets: Ingrid Robeyns
Exploring wealth disparity, philosopher Ingrid Robens proposes capping personal wealth at $10 million to tackle extreme inequality. Debate on wealth caps' impact on democracy, society, and the environment. Perspectives on wealth limits to address income inequality and stimulate innovation. Insights into Iran's political landscape and business opportunities.

Feb 22, 2024 • 18min
Ukraine's economic rollercoaster
The podcast talks about Ukraine's economic rollercoaster after the Russian invasion, with a focus on businesses' resilience in the face of conflict. It features stories from a noodle restaurant owner in Kyiv, a school teacher in a war-torn city, and a farmer in Uman. The discussion includes the challenges faced by businesses, residents, and the country as a whole amidst the ongoing conflict.