Business Daily

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Business Daily meets: Will Butler-Adams
The boss of Brompton foldable bikes tells us how he grew the business around the world
30 Sep 2022,17 mins
Comic Con economics
We found out why the global comic book industry is worth billions of dollars.
29 Sep 2022,17 mins
Business Daily Meets: Margrethe Vestager
The European commissioner for competition on competition and fairness in big tech.
28 Sep 2022,17 mins
Why Finland is building with wood again
We find out if using less concrete could help tackle climate change.
27 Sep 2022,17 mins
The fight for domestic workers’ rights
Stories from victims who've escaped modern slavery.
26 Sep 2022,17 mins
Can festivals bounce back?
We look at the challenges facing organisers, as the cost of living begins to bite.
23 Sep 2022,17 mins
Why everyone wants a ‘blue tick’ on social media
We investigate how accounts get verification - and what it's worth.
22 Sep 2022,17 mins
Business Daily meets: Paul and Mike Rabil
We hear how the Rabil brothers founded North America's biggest Lacrosse league.
21 Sep 2022,17 mins
Who benefits most from remote working?
We investigate the rise in people working from home.
20 Sep 2022,17 mins
The condiments (and sauces) that never change
Why do some brands outlive their founders by centuries?
16 Sep 2022,17 mins
The women kicking off their high heels at work
We speak to campaigners in the UK and Japan who want the right to choose their own shoes.
15 Sep 2022,17 mins
The real state of the Russian economy
Do Russia's recent military setbacks in Ukraine reflect a failure within its economy?
14 Sep 2022,17 mins
Nigeria's push to grow its own coconuts
The country has the perfect growing conditions, yet imports 70% of the fruit.
13 Sep 2022,17 mins
Should we be more open about salaries?
More companies are using salary transparency to entice applicants and narrow pay gaps.
12 Sep 2022,17 mins
Business Daily meets: Russ Glass
The chief executive of Headspace Health gives an insight into their global expansion.
08 Sep 2022,17 mins
Why Europe’s inland shipping network is drying up
Drought is causing huge problems in Europe, especially for river barges and their cargo.
07 Sep 2022,17 mins
Venice’s tourist problem: Are day trippers welcome?
The city authorities propose to charge visitors a daily fee to reduce overcrowding
05 Sep 2022,17 mins
Business Daily meets: Bruce Daisley
The former Twitter boss on how firms can help employees to become more resilient.
02 Sep 2022,17 mins
Using less gas in our homes
How the Dutch are tackling the challenge of reducing domestic gas usage.
01 Sep 2022,17 mins
Getting ready for Paris 2024
We report on preparations for the 2024 Olympics from the host city, Paris.
31 Aug 2022,17 mins
The unusual world of dark tourism
We explore the dark and tragic places around the world that attract tourists.
30 Aug 2022,17 mins
How to dispose of nuclear waste
It is a challenge facing leaders and governments around the world.
29 Aug 2022,17 mins
The refugee entrepreneurs starting again
Refugees from around the world talk about starting a new life and business.
26 Aug 2022,17 mins
War in Ukraine: Farmers and workers struggle on
We find out how the Russian invasion has devastated European agriculture.
25 Aug 2022,17 mins
Fighting Ukraine fundraising fatigue
Chef Olia Hercules continues to raise funds six months after Russia invaded Ukraine
24 Aug 2022,17 mins
Tunnelling under the Atlantic
The sub-sea tunnels being dug to keep remote communities in the Faroe Islands alive.
23 Aug 2022,17 mins
Can Japan become Asia's Silicon Valley?
Find out how the Japanese government plans to increase the number of tech start-ups.
22 Aug 2022,17 mins
Business Daily meets: La June Montgomery Tabron
La June Montgomery Tabron tells us about running one of the world's biggest charities.
19 Aug 2022,17 mins
Rainbow washing
We look into whether companies using the rainbow pride logo truly support the cause.
18 Aug 2022,17 mins
Tackling over-tourism in Greece
The Greek government is promoting new holiday destinations to ease issues elsewhere.
17 Aug 2022,17 mins