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The Economist recently dropped an article called The Cost of Dating Your Boss, and naturally we had to dive into the juicy numbers: from why dating upwards can boost your salary to why the breakup can cost you big time. But before we get into workplace romance economics, there’s plenty more on the agenda: Nvidia’s highly anticipated result and what it means for the AI hype cycle, Warren Buffett suddenly going off-brand and splashing billions on Google, the world’s first Hermès handbag hedge fund (finally, an investment we can emotionally justify), and the UK’s ticket-resale ban that’s already hammering StubHub and Viagogo. And of course, we still manage to squeeze in Vic’s birthday celebrations, a wildly unhinged clothing haul confession, and even a surprise call from a listener on the Curve Hotline. Buckle up, it’s a big week and we cover a lot.

Episodes mentioned in this podcast:

The art of making money from handbags, with Meg Randell: https://youtu.be/5E3KEAxbUj0?si=MtHwZn9JtjtAZXud

Google’s Chief Technologist on the Future We’re All Heading Toward: https://youtu.be/kQ3dKKSFbWI?si=S0lZb-pndYtqrmQZ

WTF does that mean? A guide to all the jargony bits:

Financial Results – A company’s money report card.
Forward-Looking – Share prices based on vibes about the future.
Taking Profits – Cashing in while you’re ahead.
Diversification – Not putting all your money in one basket.
Exuberance – The market getting a bit too hyped.
Bubble – Prices inflated by excitement… until they pop.
Hedge Fund – A riskier, spicier investment fund.
Shorting – Betting something will drop.
Withdrawing Guidance – “We actually have no idea what’s happening.”

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Hosts: Victoria Harris & Sophie Hallwright

Producer & Editor: Emily Rigby

Social & Digital Manager: Lucy Munro

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