Best Icon Reputation Podcasts (2025)

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Meta Bets on Scale + Apple’s A.I. Struggles + Listeners on Job Automation 1:07:27

3d ago1:07:27

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This week, Meta hits the reset button on A.I. But will a new research lab and a multibillion-dollar investment in Scale AI bring the company any closer to its stated goal of “superintelligence”? Then we break down Apple’s big developer conference, WWDC: What was announced, what was noticeably absent, and why Apple seems a little stuck in the past. …

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Environmental 'law-fare’ on battleground gas 22:39

3d ago22:39

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In the latest episode of Up the Creek!, Icon Reputation Director Mark Forbes and Benjamin Haslem are in the trenches dissecting the gas lobby's attempts to turn the courts, and public opinion, against the greenies. Meanwhile, Rio Tinto is attempting reputation recovery by sponsoring Aboriginal activists, and how the AFL has flipped Tasmania’s polit…

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31. MIND GYM: The work-out that will enhance your brain for ultimate productivity | Octavius Black CBE 49:38

7d ago49:38

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How can you use psychology to quickly go from struggling employee to productivity machine? Today’s guest on All About Business is Octavius Black CBE, the co-founder of MindGym, a corporate learning company that merges behavioural science with leadership development to turn struggling teams into powerhouses of productivity. In this episode, we discu…

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The Trump-Musk Fallout + A DOGE Coder Speaks + ChefGPT 1:06:58

10d ago1:06:58

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This week, Kevin and Casey discuss the sudden breakdown between President Trump and Elon Musk, whose disagreements over the policy bill before Congress quickly erupted into an all-out feud. Then, an ex-DOGE coder explains what it was really like to work inside the Trump administration’s cost-cutting arm. And finally, the former New York Times resta…

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30. How the Princess of Wales’ favourite designer would build a jewellery brand in 2025 | Kiki McDonough 51:04

14d ago51:04

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How would a Jeweller who has become a favourite amongst the royal family start from scratch in 2025? In this episode of All About Business, James interviews Kiki McDonagh, a fifth-generation jeweler renowned for her work with high-profile clients including Princess Diana and the current Princess of Wales. They discuss how she transformed the percep…

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The A.I. Jobpocalypse + Building at Anthropic with Mike Krieger + Hard Fork Crimes Division 1:08:02

17d ago1:08:02

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This week, we dive into Kevin’s recent column about how A.I. is affecting the job market for new graduates, and debate whether the job apocalypse is already here for entry-level work. Then Mike Krieger joins us to discuss the new Claude 4 model, the future of work and the online chatter over whether an A.I. system could blackmail you. And finally, …

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29. From nail art in Dalston to global beauty-tech icon | Sharmadean Reid MBE 1:05:18

21d ago1:05:18

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How do you build a brand that not only speaks to a whole generation of women, but also transforms an entire industry? In this episode of All About Business, I sit down with Sharmadean Reid MBE, the trailblazing entrepreneur behind brands such as WAH Nails, Beautystack and The Stack World. We discuss her experiences navigating the fashion and tech i…

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Google DeepMind C.E.O. Demis Hassabis on Living in an A.I. Future 1:13:42

24d ago1:13:42

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This week, we take a field trip to Google and report back about everything the company announced at its biggest show of the year, Google I/O. Then, we sit down with Google DeepMind’s chief executive and co-founder, Demis Hassabis, to discuss what his A.I. lab is building, the future of education, and what life could look like in 2030. Guest: Demis …

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28. Adapt or die: How can businesses improve efficiency? | Livio Manzini 53:19

28d ago53:19

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In December 2020, the UK signed its first post-Brexit trade deal with Turkey, safeguarding a £18.6bn relationship. But how did Turkey become so important for UK business? In this episode of All About Business, I’m joined by Livio Manzini, Chairman and CEO of Bell Holding, a packaging and services company based in Turkey. We explore Turkey’s secret …

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Ed Helms Answers Your Hard Questions 56:03

1M ago56:03

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The actor, comedian and author Ed Helms has a new book out about historical blunders. He swings by Hard Fork to tell us about it and answer your moral quandaries, ethical dilemmas and etiquette questions about technology: How do I tell my mom she can’t post about her grandkids on Facebook? Am I being an A.I. hypocrite at work? And is it OK to troll…

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Campaign disasters and a word for the Wise-Tech 25:17

1M ago25:17

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In our new podcast Icon Reputation Director Mark Forbes and Benjamin Haslem to unpack where the Federal election was won and lost, How comedian Austen Tacious’s direct approach to tour PR earns the ire of the ABC, and how tech giant WiseTech’s problems are a throwback to scandals past.By Icon Reputation

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27. Lewis Hamilton’s brand expert reveals the key to building a winning reputation | David Robertson Mitchell 54:45

1M ago54:45

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Consistent branding has the power to increase your revenue by up to 20%. But with massive rebrands making headlines for all the wrong reasons, how can you refresh your image without alienating your audience? In this episode of 'All About Business,' I sit down with David Robertson Mitchell, who spent almost a decade working as a brand consultant for…

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Bad Apple + The Rise of the AI Empire + Italian Brain Rot 1:11:48

1M ago1:11:48

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This week, iPhone users started to feel the impact of a stern court order against Apple that requires the company to stop collecting a commission on some app sales. We break down what this means for apps like Kindle and Spotify and why the judge suggested that Apple and a top executive should be investigated for criminal contempt. Then, Karen Hao j…

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26. "Net Zero is a Fantasy!" 5 ways to save the economy according to Luke Johnson, former Gails Chairman 48:57

1M ago48:57

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With new economic policies forcing UK businesses to tighten their purse strings, how can we keep the UK’s entrepreneurial spirit alive, while also getting the economy back on track? In this episode of All About Business, I’m joined by Luke Johnson, the serial entrepreneur who spotted some of the UK’s most popular food brands, including Pizza Expres…

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The Dangers of A.I. Flattery + Kevin Meets the Orb + Group Chat Chat 1:07:24

1M ago1:07:24

1:07:24

This week we dig into the ways chatbots are starting to manipulate us, including ChatGPT’s sycophantic update, Meta’s digital companionship turn and a secret experiment run on Reddit users. Then Kevin reports back from the unveiling of a new eye-scanning orb. And finally, we’re joined by PJ Vogt for a brand-new segment called Group Chat Chat. Ticke…

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25. Human-like AI is rewiring our kids' brains! Educating the future generation with Philip Colligan 47:51

2M ago47:51

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With 77% of 13-18 year olds using artificial intelligence in some way, how can we make sure young people are using AI effectively while also protecting them from its potential dangers? In this episode of All About Business, I sit down with Philip Colligan, the CEO of Raspberry Pi Foundation, which provides free AI education to children across the g…

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Is Google Breaking Up? + Seasteading Is Back + Tool Time 1:07:37

2M ago1:07:37

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This week, with big developments in two antitrust cases against Google, we discuss how the company may be forced to change its business. Then we’re joined by the journalist Mark Yarm to discuss his recent visit to an underwater home for his article about techno-utopians who want to colonize the ocean. And finally, it’s tool time! We’ll tell you abo…

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24. Responding to a crisis: The force behind getting life-saving vaccines to the public | Dame Kate Bingham 54:24

2M ago54:24

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The UK’s life science sector is booming, generating over £100 billion in turnover in 2022. And with more and more companies entering the space, how do you marry business and science to create a drug that not only makes money but saves lives. In this episode of All About Business, I sit down with Dame Kate Bingham, Managing Partner at SV Health Inve…

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Meta on Trial + Is A.I. a ‘Normal’ Technology? + HatGPT 1:20:28

2M ago1:20:28

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This week Meta is on trial, in a landmark case over whether it illegally snuffed out competition when it acquired Instagram and WhatsApp. We discuss some of the most surprising revelations from old email messages made public as evidence in the case, and explain why we think the F.T.C.’s argument has gotten weaker in the years since the lawsuit was …

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23. From shop floor to CEO of Kurt Geiger: How to climb to the top in fashion with Neil Clifford 1:11:32

2M ago1:11:32

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How do you go from cleaning toilets to running a multi-million pound company? In this episode of All about business, I sit down with Neil Clifford, the CEO of luxury footwear brand Kurt Geiger. Neil left school with just one O-Level, and rose to become a top player in the retail industry. We discuss the lessons Neil learned from his early retail jo…

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Big Tech's Tariff Chaos + A.I. 2027 + Llama Drama 1:09:18

2M ago1:09:18

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This week, with the tech world in chaos over President Trump’s tariffs, we look at how four specific companies are navigating the new day-to-day reality. Then, the A.I. researcher Daniel Kokotajlo returns to the show to discuss a new set of predictions for how artificial intelligence could transform the world in just the next few years and how we a…

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22. 82% of management are 'accidental managers'. Here's how to fix it | Ann Francke, CEO of CMI 56:46

2M ago56:46

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A recent YouGov survey found that 82% of managers are ‘accidental'. So, what is an accidental manager? Why are there so many of them, and just how much is it affecting results within your business? In this episode of All About Business, I sit down with Ann Francke OBE, the CEO of the Chartered Management Institute (CMI) which provides training, qua…

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Tech Stock Shock + Solving the Mystery of OpenAI's "Blip" + Tinder's Flirt-Off 1:02:27

2M ago1:02:27

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This week, President Trump announced sweeping new tariffs that are roiling the global economy. We discuss what this could mean for the tech sector and whether this will give China a competitive advantage over the United States in the development of A.I. Then, we chat with a Wall Street Journal reporter, Keach Hagey, about her new book on Sam Altman…

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21. Fix your ops issues and save thousands every year by looking at THIS data | Anita Dougall 48:08

3M ago48:08

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How can you use data to increase revenue, improve customer relationships, and make better business decisions? In today’s episode of All About Business, I speak with Anita Dougall, the co-founder and CEO of data consultancy firm, Sagacity. Anita started the business in 2005, and since then has helped companies like AA, British Gas, and Moonpig spin …

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The Tech Behind Signalgate + Dwarkesh Patel's "Scaling Era" + Is A.I. Making Our Listeners Dumb? 1:07:49

3M ago1:07:49

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This week, we dig into the group chat that’s rocking the Trump administration and talk about why turning to Signal to plan military operations probably isn’t a great idea. Then, we’re joined by the podcaster Dwarkesh Patel to discuss his new book “The Scaling Era,” and whether he’s still optimistic about the broad benefits of A.I. And finally, a co…

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20. LADbible Founder: The contract I signed that put me in hospital | Alex Partridge 45:25

3M ago45:25

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How do you turn an idea you had at uni into a multimillion-pound enterprise? UNILAD and LADbible founder, Alex Partridge, started both companies while he was studying at university, and was a millionaire by the time he was 25. In this episode of All About Business, we discuss the power of social media, the podcast that led to his ADHD diagnosis, an…

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A.I. Action Plans + The College Student Who Broke Job Interviews + Hot Mess Express 1:01:50

3M ago1:01:50

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With all of Silicon Valley weighing in on the Trump administration’s new action plan for artificial intelligence, Kevin and Casey break down what’s on everybody’s wish list. Then, a Columbia undergrad explains why he built a tool that lets coders use A.I. to cheat on job interviews. And finally, we climb aboard the Hot Mess Express to talk Solana’s…

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19. GOOD SQUISH: Harnessing the power of an instagram personality to generate thousands of sales | Billie-Jo Cronin 40:50

3M ago40:50

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In a world where consumers are obsessed with Temu and SHEIN, how can you attract customers to your high-end brand while staving off competition from cheaper alternatives? In this episode of All About Business, I speak with Billie-Jo Cronin, the founder of luxury accessories brand, Good Squish. Billie-Jo and her brother, Phoenix, bootstrapped the co…

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Apple's Siri-ous Problem + How Starlink Took Over the World + Is AI Making Us Dumb? 1:02:46

3M ago1:02:46

1:02:46

This week, as the long-promised new Siri faces increasing delays, we explore why Apple seems to be falling even further behind in artificial intelligence. Then, the New York Times reporter Adam Satariano joins us to explain how Elon Musk’s satellite internet provider Starlink took over the world. And finally, we look at a new study that asks: Is A.…

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18. What The UK needs to learn from Silicon Valley about AI: The Hollingsworth Brothers, Fyxer AI 1:03:44

3M ago1:03:44

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Concern around AI is higher than ever. But could 2025 be ‘make or break’ for businesses who have yet to embrace it? In this episode of 'All About Business' I talk with sibling duo, Richard and Archie Hollingsworth, founders of Fixer AI. They discuss their journey from bootstrapping a $5 million agency to spearheading an innovative AI personal assis…

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Is Google Search Cooked? + We’re Getting a U.S. Crypto Reserve? + What You’re Vibecoding 1:10:23

3M ago1:10:23

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This week, Google introduced a new way to search, which could mean that Googling as we know it is on the way out. It’s called AI Mode and it is essentially the company’s response to the growing number of people turning to A.I. chat bots instead of Google search. We walk through what this new product looks like, who can use it and what it could mean…

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17. The world's #1 mental health clinic for the rich and famous: Spotting the signs before it's too late | Jan Gerber 1:04:55

4M ago1:04:55

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Entrepreneurs often possess traits that drive their success in business. But what if these same traits were also the root cause of deteriorating mental health, and, if left unaddressed, could ultimately lead to the collapse of their entire business? In this episode of All About Business, I sit down with Jan Gerber, CEO of Paracelsus Recovery, the w…

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Anthropic’s C.E.O. Dario Amodei on Surviving the A.I. Endgame 1:07:28

4M ago1:07:28

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This week, Anthropic’s C.E.O., Dario Amodei, returns to the show for a candid, wide-ranging interview. We discuss Anthropic’s brand-new Claude 3.7 Sonnet model, the A.I. arms race against China, and his hopes and fears for this technology over the next two years. Then, we gather up recent tech stories, put them into a hat and close out the week wit…

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16. Sir Alec Reed at 91: A British business legend 43:58

4M ago43:58

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Businessman, philanthropist, a maverick at turning strange ideas into success. In this very special episode, and in celebration of his 91st birthday, I sit down with my father, Sir Alec Reed. Sir Alec founded Reed in 1960 from a carpet shop in Hounslow with just £75 in his pocket. Since then, he’s founded several charities, launched a business scho…

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How Based is Grok 3? + Robinhood CEO Vlad Tenev on Markets For Everything + Vibecoding 101 1:11:40

4M ago1:11:40

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This week, Elon Musk brought a new chatbot into the crowded A.I. universe — Grok 3, the latest model from his company xAI. We break down how it compares with other leading models and what it reveals about Musk’s larger ambitions. Then, Vlad Tenev, the chief executive of the investing platform Robinhood, lays out his vision for the future of investi…

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15. Making big decisions whilst sticking to your values with Steph Rix 45:16

4M ago45:16

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How can you turn everyday employees into strong leaders who are proud to work for your business? In this episode of All About Business, I sit down with executive coach and 'Life’s Work' founder, Steph Rix. She explains how you can beat imposter syndrome for good, the difference between leadership and management and how you can use your personal val…

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A.I. Accelerates in Paris + Can A.I. Fix Your Love Life? 1:12:07

4M ago1:12:07

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Kevin reports back from the A.I. Action Summit in Paris, where it was full speed ahead toward artificial general intelligence, with a conspicuous lack of action on the safety front. Also, Happy Valentine’s Day! We’re taking a look at A.I. on dating apps. First, our producer Rachel Cohn explains what happened when she applied all of the advice from …

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14. Ruby Wax: Is your workforce frazzled? The science of mindfulness and increasing productivity 57:00

4M ago57:00

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With over a quarter of UK workers experiencing negative wellbeing because of work, how can you improve your own mental wellbeing, and stop being frazzled for good? In this episode of 'All About Business,' I sit down with comedian, writer and mental health advocate Ruby Wax OBE. We discuss how mindfulness can transform your mental health, how busine…

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The Musketeers Take Washington + Spotify's Ghost Music + Tool Time 1:22:59

4M ago1:22:59

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This week, we’re joined by the Times reporter Jonathan Swan to discuss Elon Musk’s tech takeover of Washington, D.C. Then, Liz Pelly, author of a new book about Spotify, stops by to discuss “ghost musicians” and how Spotify’s algorithms are reshaping music culture. And finally — it’s Tool Time! We’ll tell you all about the new A.I. tools we’re usin…

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13. Taking on a family zoo business and making a success of it | Reggie Heyworth 54:34

4M ago54:34

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How do you keep wildlife business running in the face of social, political and cultural change? In this episode of All About Business, I speak to Reggie Heyworth, the owner of one of the UK’s biggest wildlife parks. Cotswold Wildlife Park, which was started by his father all the way back in 1969. We discuss how he took over the business from his fa…

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DeepSeek DeepDive + Hands-On With Operator + Hot Mess Express! 1:05:51

5M ago1:05:51

1:05:51

This week we go even deeper on DeepSeek. ChinaTalk's Jordan Schneider joins us to explain the Chinese A.I. industry and to break down the reaction inside of China to DeepSeek’s sudden success. Then … hello, Operator! We put OpenAI’s new agent software to the test. And finally, all aboard for another ride on the Hot Mess Express! Guest: Jordan Schne…

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Your Guide to the DeepSeek Freakout: an Emergency Pod 24:04

5M ago24:04

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A Chinese firm called DeepSeek managed to upend global markets at the start of the week, to drag down chipmaker Nvidia — and to surge to No. 1 in the iPhone app store, all in basically no time at all. Today, in this bonus episode, we talk through the news behind the freakout. How is a new A.I. model from one Chinese A.I. company making such a big s…

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12. How to deliver social impact to drive more profit | Isabel Kelly, Founder of Profit with Purpose 56:47

5M ago56:47

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With new sustainability laws coming into play, how can you make sure your organisation is ESG-ready, without sacrificing your bottom line? In this episode of All About Business, I’m joined by Profit with Purpose founder Isabel Kelly, where we discuss all things ESG. We explore how you can meet your social and environmental goals while still remaini…

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Quantum TikTok + Memecoin Mania + Chris Hayes on the Attention Wars 1:12:20

5M ago1:12:20

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This week, TikTok died, came back to life — and now exists in a kind of limbo state. We break down what that may signal for how tech does business with the new Trump administration. Then we pump up the fun with memecoins and explore how the Trump family is cashing in. And finally, MSNBC’s Chris Hayes joins us to discuss his new book about attention…

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Bonus Ep: The Darker Side of Journalism: One Woman's Journey to Fleet Street | Shorts with Sue Douglas part 3 5:25

5M ago5:25

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In this episode of 'All About Business', James is joined by Sue Douglas, who transitioned from a medical journalism background to becoming a top Fleet Street editor. She discusses her move to apartheid-era South Africa as a reporter for the Rand Daily Mail and witnessed significant historical events firsthand. Returning to the UK, she navigated her…

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Bonus Ep: Balancing Business Leadership and Family Life | Shorts with Sue Douglas part 2 8:01

5M ago8:01

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In this bonus episode of 'All About Business,' Journalist, Tech CEO and Entrepreneur, Sue Douglas, explores the complexities of balancing business management and leadership with personal life responsibilities. Sue delves into the gender dynamics within professional settings, the historical and biological roles of men and women, and the struggle for…

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Bonus Ep: Breaking the Blood Scandal | Shorts with Sue Douglas part 1 10:26

5M ago10:26

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In this bonus episode of 'All About Business,' James is joined by Journalist, Entrepreneur and Tech CEO Sue Douglas. She delves into a chilling investigation from the 1980s when, as a young medical correspondent she uncovered a story about potentially AIDS-contaminated blood used for transfusions, risking public health. She describes the challenges…

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Goodbye TikTok, Ni Hao RedNote? + A.I.'s Environmental Impact + Meta's Masculine Energy 1:13:08

5M ago1:13:08

1:13:08

The deadline for TikTok to sell or to face a ban is fast approaching. We discuss how Supreme Court justices — who opted on Friday to uphold the law — reacted to arguments in the case, whether the Chinese government might allow Elon Musk to buy the app, and why self-proclaimed TikTok refugees are rushing to a different Chinese app, called RedNote. T…

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11. Rob Moore: Property is not a rich man’s game! How to turn debt into millions 1:06:28

5M ago1:06:28

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Imagine losing everything. Then imagine turning it all around and becoming a multi-millionaire within 5 years. In this episode of 'All About Business', entrepreneur, property investor, and author Rob Moore shares his journey from being £50,000 in debt to becoming a multi-millionaire in less than five years. Rob discusses his philosophy on money as …

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Meta Goes MAGA Mode +A Big Month in A.I. + HatGPT 1:10:55

5M ago1:10:55

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This week, Meta announced a series of content moderation changes that will transform the way the social media company’s platforms deal with misinformation and hate speech. We break down what these changes will mean for users and why the company seems to be caving to the right’s arguments on censorship. Then, we’ll explain why 2025 is already shapin…

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