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  • 51 minutes 27 seconds
    Better Rate Than Never?

    After the second monthly inflation figure in a row came in lower than expected and the Bank of England cut interest rates this week, Will Bain is joined by our weekly panel to look at what it means for businesses and the economy.

    As we get ever closer to the 25th of December, we'll hear about what impact the rising cost of a Christmas dinner is having.

    Plus, on 'Mad Friday', potentially one of the busiest nights for hospitality businesses of the year, one owner tells us how he's preparing for it.

    19 December 2025, 6:23 am
  • 51 minutes 55 seconds
    Santa tightens his belt

    Sean Farrington looks ahead to the Bank of England's latest interest rate decision. Meanwhile, as the Employment Rights Bill gets Royal Assent, we'll look at what it means for workers. And is Santa getting paid enough? More on why he might be tightening his belt this year.

    18 December 2025, 6:14 am
  • 52 minutes 16 seconds
    Test Target Trouble

    Sean Farrington looks at the long wait for a driving test in England, Scotland and Wales. Plus, what does England's performance in Australia mean for cricket clubs back here?

    17 December 2025, 6:54 am
  • 53 minutes 31 seconds
    Crypto concerns

    Sean Farrington takes a look at the financial regulator's plans for cryptocurrencies. Also on the programme - as an investigation into record unemployment for young people launches, we delve into why it's at all time high. And it's 250 years since the birth of the author Jane Austen - hear why she's as relevant as ever when it comes to entertainment and tourism.

    16 December 2025, 6:51 am
  • 27 minutes 48 seconds
    Flu season

    Felicity Hannah hears how businesses can respond to staff calling in sick during the flu outbreak, and why some pharmacies are experiencing a shortage of vaccines. And, with just ten days left until Christmas, the director of a shopping centre tells us whether Gen Z is driving a resurgence of the in-person retail experience.

    15 December 2025, 6:30 am
  • 52 minutes 33 seconds
    Melting Point

    Felicity Hannah speaks to the CEO of the Magnum Ice Cream Company as it finishes its first week as a listed company. Plus, what does the latest Knives Out tell us about Hollywood?

    12 December 2025, 6:13 am
  • 51 minutes 45 seconds
    Golden Tickets

    Sean Farrington looks at the US Federal Reserve's decision to cut interest rates and what that could mean for the Bank of England.

    We talk to the outgoing boss of GSK on why they're focusing investment in the US over the UK.

    And finally, we look at ticket prices for next year's World Cup.

    11 December 2025, 6:13 am
  • 52 minutes 25 seconds
    Cocoa Hops

    Sean Farrington discusses the rising bills that could hit the pub sector, in the wake of business rates changes.

    Elsewhere, he'll turn his attention to the US, where the Fed will announce its decision on rates.

    And, will consumer demand keep up with increasing chocolate prices?

    10 December 2025, 6:52 am
  • 53 minutes 28 seconds
    Going hostile

    Sean Farrington looks at Paramount's $108bn hostile bid, as the battle for Warner Brothers continues to heat up.

    Elsewhere, he'll be discussing a bill on railways that returns to Parliament today which could see passengers buying tickets directly from the government.

    And, he'll take a look at some new data that shows just how much money shoppers have been spending in the last month.

    9 December 2025, 6:18 am
  • 52 minutes 31 seconds
    Netflix & Bill

    Will Bain discusses the Employment Rights Bill as it heads back to the Commons.

    Elsewhere, he'll look ahead to the first day of trading for the brand new Magnum Ice Cream Company and check out some of the details in the $72 BILLION deal made by Netflix to buy Warner Bros.

    And, he'll find out what's next for Lando Norris and the new sponsorship deals that could be heading his way after his F1 triumph.

    8 December 2025, 6:16 am
  • 49 minutes 16 seconds
    Books, shelves & elves

    Felicity Hannah hears from the boss of Waterstones and gets an update from Tunbridge Wells.

    Elsewhere, the reviews website Trustpilot's share price has PLUNGED by almost 30%, wiping more than £200 million pounds from its value. We ask what's happening to the FTSE 250-listed firm.

    And it's the Christmas tradition that's become a global multi-million-dollar franchise - Fliss speaks to one of the founders of the company behind The Elf on the Shelf.

    5 December 2025, 6:18 am
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