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Robert Peston and Steph McGovern bring you insightful business and finance stories.Join Robert Peston and Steph McGovern as they delve into the key challenges and opportunities facing today’s business world. From the complexities of tech investments to the impact of political decisions on global markets, this podcast offers valuable perspectives on current financial topics. Whether discussing business funding, economic policies, or corporate strategies, they provide listeners with the tools to understand today’s fast-evolving market.Each episode brings expert analysis on important issues, including market regulations, economic recovery, and the forces shaping the future of work. Robert and Steph bring you the latest insights from influential leaders and top entrepreneurs, making this podcast a must-listen for anyone interested in business growth, financial trends, and the evolving economic landscape.For more Goalhanger Podcasts, head to www.goalhanger.com.
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Apr 8, 2025 • 33min
154. Trump Turmoil: Why Billionaires Are Panicking
Markets are in turmoil following Trump's controversial tariff announcements, leading to a significant drop in global stock prices. The hosts unpack the convoluted calculations behind these tariffs and their unexpected consequences on small businesses and international trade. Concerns loom over political instability and its potential to disrupt dollar-backed investments. With warning signs of market volatility and shifting investor sentiment, the discussion dives into the broader economic implications for corporate confidence and the U.S. dollar's future.
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Apr 6, 2025 • 57min
153. Reform UK: What Would Farage’s Britain Look Like?
Zia Yusuf, Chairman of Reform UK and successful tech entrepreneur, dives into his unique path from business to politics. He discusses the intricate dynamics of UK politics, including the party's anti-immigration stance and potential merger with the Tories. Zia reflects on identity and patriotism, and the role of AI in driving economic growth in the UK. He critically evaluates government spending and immigration policies, advocating for strategic reforms to tackle these pressing issues while addressing the influence of business leaders in political spheres.
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Apr 2, 2025 • 51min
152. Liberation Day: Will Trump’s Tariffs Kill Reeves’ Growth?
In this discussion, Richard Hughes, Head of the Office for Budget Responsibility, shares insights on the potential economic fallout from Donald Trump's tariffs. He evaluates the influence of the OBR on government policies and how it might hinder growth, while Rachel Reeves' fiscal 'headroom' could quickly diminish. Their conversation dives into the unpredictable nature of economic forecasting amid global constraints, the pressing need for sustainable investment, and the implications for the UK’s fiscal health.
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Mar 30, 2025 • 46min
151. Do the Tories have a new economic message?
Join Mel Stride, a Member of Parliament and former Shadow Chancellor of the Exchequer, as he shares his journey from business to politics. He candidly discusses his concerns about youth entrepreneurship and how the Conservative Party is reshaping its economic narrative. The conversation dives into the need for tax reforms to boost growth and enhance mobility, while addressing the pressing challenges of an ageing population. Stride emphasizes the significance of long-term planning in navigating the UK's economic landscape, all with a touch of humor.
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Mar 27, 2025 • 35min
150. Exclusive: Rachel Reeves On Why Trump Won't Control Us
Rachel Reeves, the Chancellor of the Exchequer, shares insights on the Spring Statement and its significance for the UK economy. She discusses the government's commitment to economic growth despite pressures from the U.S. regarding tech taxes. Various topics include the urgent need for construction workers, the importance of fair wages for young people, and the challenges disabled individuals face in the job market. Reeves also addresses welfare reforms and provides an optimistic outlook on wage growth and decreasing inflation amidst a cost of living crisis.
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Mar 24, 2025 • 47min
149. Why Is Tech So Sexist?
Martha Lane Fox, a serial entrepreneur and president of the British Chambers of Commerce, dives into the harsh realities of sexism in tech. She highlights the stark funding disparity for women-led businesses, revealing a mere 1.8% of venture capital reaches them. Martha shares her personal journey of overcoming disability, emphasizing how work aided her recovery. The conversation also touches on the urgent need for digital inclusion, especially after the pandemic, and discusses the challenges posed by Brexit on smaller companies in the tech landscape.
Mar 20, 2025 • 38min
148. How Do You Decide Who Is Too Sick To Work?
Robert and Steph discuss the welfare conundrum - how do you get more people into work when many businesses are not equipped or incentivised to provide the jobs? And is part of the problem an over-medicalisation of life’s ups and downs? Plus, how can we better prepare the next generation for the world of work?Sign up to our newsletter to get more stories from the world of business and finance.Visit monzo.com/business-bankingEmail: restismoney@gmail.comX: @TheRestIsMoneyInstagram: @TheRestIsMoneyTikTok: @RestIsMoneygoalhangerpodcasts.comAssistant Producer: India Dunkley, Alice HorrellProducer: Ross BuchananHead of Content: Tom WhiterExec Producers: Tony Pastor + Jack Davenport Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Mar 17, 2025 • 40min
147. What’s Wrong With Labour’s Welfare Reforms?
Robert is back with Andy Haldane, looking ahead to the Spring Statement, and discussing proposed welfare reform. But are these changes really about helping people back into work, or brutal cost saving measures? Will they come with a sufficient skills package? And how can the government best help to lift people out of precarious, low-skilled jobs to give them, and the economy, the best chance of thriving?Sign up to our newsletter to get more stories from the world of business and finance.Email: restismoney@gmail.comX: @TheRestIsMoneyInstagram: @TheRestIsMoneyTikTok: @RestIsMoneygoalhangerpodcasts.comAssistant Producers: India Dunkley and Alice HorrellProducer: Ross BuchananHead of Content: Tom WhiterExec Producers: Tony Pastor + Jack Davenport Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Mar 13, 2025 • 49min
146. Does Trump Risk Sparking A Global Financial Crisis?
Andy Haldane, Chief Executive of the Royal Society of Arts and former chief economist at the Bank of England, dives deep into the potential fallout from Trump's policies on global finance. He discusses how trade tariffs impact the automotive sector and raises concerns over rising U.S. economic instability. Haldane analyzes the interconnectivity of global markets, especially the U.S. dollar's role, while examining Europe's resilience and innovation amid crises. He also poses questions about regional financial fragmentation and the future of policy reforms.
Mar 10, 2025 • 56min
145. Hoffman: Europe Is Regulating Itself Out Of The AI Race
This week Steph and Robert speak to Reid Hoffman, the co-founder of LinkedIn and an early investor in tech giants like Facebook and OpenAI. Reid gives us his take on Musk’s government efficiency drive, and considers whether a country can be run like a business. How can governments balance innovation and regulation? And, how can AI give us superpowers to tackle things like climate change and job market instability?Visit monzo.com/business-bankingSign up to our newsletter to get more stories from the world of business and finance.Email: restismoney@gmail.comX: @TheRestIsMoneyInstagram: @TheRestIsMoneyTikTok: @RestIsMoneygoalhangerpodcasts.comAssistant Producer: India Dunkley, Alice Horrell Producer: Ross BuchananHead of Content: Tom WhiterExec Producers: Tony Pastor + Jack Davenport Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
