Podcast Episodes
Back to SearchChanging World of Work
A look at the changing world of work. How will technology will play a growing role in all areas of our working lives and how essential is it to meet …
6 years, 5 months ago
Boeing replaces CEO amid 737 safety concerns
US plane maker Boeing has replaced its chief executive Dennis Muilenburg in the wake of two deadly 737 Max crashes and the plane's subsequent groundi…
6 years, 5 months ago
Former head of the Federal Reserve, Paul Volcker, dies
Over the weekend, at the age of 92, one of the giants of American economic policy and former head of the US central bank Paul Volcker, died at his ho…
6 years, 5 months ago
Uber loses London licence
Uber initially lost its licence in 2017 but was granted two extensions, the most recent of which expires on Monday. The firm will appeal and can cont…
6 years, 6 months ago
Hong Kong Polytechnic University Standoff
Unrest continues in Hong Kong after more violent clashes between pro-democracy demonstrators and the police. Dozens of protestors have left the Polyt…
6 years, 6 months ago
Chinese firm plans British Steel rescue
To the relief of the UK government, Chinese firm Jingye has promised to rescue British Steel, an iconic company that employs 4,000 people. We ask Mar…
6 years, 6 months ago
Virgin Galactic rockets on New York Stock Exchange
Virgin Galactic had its first day as a listed company in New York. At their peak, shares rose just over 10%. Founded in 2004, Virgin Galactic has spe…
6 years, 7 months ago
Prince Harry sues UK tabloids in phone-hacking claim
The prince has begun legal action against the owners of the Sun and the Daily Mirror. We speak to Brian Cathcart, founder of Hacked Off, which campai…
6 years, 7 months ago
US imposes sweeping sanctions on Venezuela
We look at the global repercussions of sweeping sanctions on the government of Venezuela by the US. We ask if President Trump's aim - to punish 'the …
6 years, 7 months ago
Communist China at 70
China is 70 years old. Its growth has been staggering from rural economy to industrial powerhouse. We explore the many issues, both positive and nega…
6 years, 8 months ago