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Labour’s Economic Report Card: Slow Growth, Tough Choices, and What’s Next
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The UK economy unexpectedly shrank in January, adding to the government's gloom. Bloomberg has some exclusive analysis on how far Labour is delivering on its key economic policies and pledges, and the tough choices faced at the top of government. Our Chief UK Economist, Dan Hanson and Government and Economy Editor, Julian Harris join to discuss. Ho…
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New era for economic crime enforcement against corporates in the UK: How hostile will it be?
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In this podcast, corporate partner, Tim Bird, speaks to specialist economic crime partner, Quinton Newcomb, to get the lowdown on the new era for economic crime enforcement against corporates in the UK. Read more here.By Fieldfisher
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Episode 55: The changing cost of business: taxes, talent & the UK’s economic shift
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In this episode of the #TalkingRecruitmentPodcast, Neil Carberry speaks with Raj Lal, Senior Sales Director at Totaljobs. They dive into the recent increase in National Insurance contributions, how these changes are affecting businesses and examine the growing disconnect between employee-valued benefits and employer offerings, considering strategie…
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Economic Missteps: How Reform UK Is Squandering Its Credibility
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Has Reform UK's energy plan exposed the party's economic failings? And will Kemi Badenoch capitalize on this misstep? Marc Sidwell is joined by Dr Lawrence Newport and Albie Amankona to break down a week of political turbulence. Plus: Emmanuel Macron warns of the “electroshock” of a Trump return. But will his call for looser fiscal rules get tracti…
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The problem is the rich are taking everything – and the rest of us are being impoverished. But what's the solution, and how do we achieve it?
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The Age of the Strongman: Understanding Putin, with Catherine Belton (Part Two)
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This event was part of our Age of the Strongman series. Click here to see the other events in the series: https://www.intelligencesquared.com/the-age-of-the-strongman/. ---- War in Ukraine. Interference in democratic elections. The sponsorship of extremist politics to destabilise Europe. In recent years, Vladimir Putin has waged a relentless campai…
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Minds in Motion: Dr Katie Breheny - Health Economics in Dementia Care
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The Minds in Motion Podcast from Dementia Researcher in association with the NIHR Applied Research Collaborations and Alzheimer’s Society, brings together NIHR Dem Comm Research Fellows, to talk about their research and careers.In this second series, we hear from five of the Dem Comm Fellows each taking a turn as co-host and guest. Alongside the re…
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Swamp Notes: Why Trump may want a weaker dollar
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This week, the value of the American dollar continued to decline. The plunge has been attributed to market volatility over President Donald Trump’s on-again, off-again tariffs. But there are some on Trump’s economic team who have floated wanting to weaken the dollar intentionally. FT economics columnist Gillian Tett and Unhedged host Katie Martin j…
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US averts shutdown as Democrats split over spending bill
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The US government narrowly avoids a shutdown after Democratic senators back a Republican-led spending bill, exposing deep party divisions. Was this a necessary compromise or a political defeat? Steff Chávez from the FT breaks it down. Meanwhile, gold hits a record $3,000 per ounce as investors seek stability. But who really benefits? Adrian Ash of …
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The energy regulator Ofgem has been given less than two weeks to get answers for Parliament on the banned practice of back billing, which is when people are sent new bills for energy used longer than 12 months ago. In a letter written to the Chief Executive of Ofgem the chair of the Energy Security and Net Zero committee highlights Money Box's rece…
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NHS England Abolished, DEI Quotas Scrapped & Tobacco Crisis | IEA Podcast
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In this episode of the IEA Podcast, host Callum Price, Director of Communications, discusses recent policy developments with Reem Ibrahim, Communications Manager, and Dr. Kristian Niemietz, Editorial Director at the Institute of Economic Affairs. The team analyses the recent abolition of NHS England, exploring whether this represents meaningful cha…
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Balancing Act: Germany's Stimulus Measures and US Fiscal Consolidation
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In this episode of 'The Long and Short of the Week Ahead' by Eurizon SLJ Capital, Matt Jones, Head of Distribution, and Neil Staines, Senior Portfolio Manager, discuss major macroeconomic themes and key global data expected in the coming week. The focus is on Germany's fiscal stimulus plans and the U.S.'s fiscal consolidation, alongside crucial eco…
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The Age of the Strongman: Understanding Putin, with Catherine Belton (Part One)
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This event was part of our Age of the Strongman series. Click here to see the other events in the series: https://www.intelligencesquared.com/the-age-of-the-strongman/. ---- War in Ukraine. Interference in democratic elections. The sponsorship of extremist politics to destabilise Europe. In recent years, Vladimir Putin has waged a relentless campai…
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Wheels of justice: the ICC gets Duterte at last
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The International Criminal Court has arrested Rodrigo Duterte, a former president of the Philippines. The case highlights both the strengths and the weaknesses of international justice. We examine the spate of bombings plaguing Sweden—carried out by young people who are in it for the money (8:18). And remembering Athol Fugard, a playwright who spok…
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Southwest surprises, tariff guac shock, and fraud flourishes
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It's Indicators of the Week! Our weekly look at interesting numbers from the news. On today's show, we have Southwest Airlines changing course on their free checked bag policy, skyrocketing fraud, and Americans' insatiable appetite for avocados. Related episodes: More fraud, higher bond yields, and faster airline boarding For sponsor-free episodes …
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Despatch: CANZUK vs. the World — The Case for a Fourth Global Power
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As the world shifts and alliances evolve, could a partnership between Canada, Australia, New Zealand, and the UK form a Fourth Global Power? While CANZUK wouldn’t rival the US militarily, its collective strength would command the kind of respect that Washington—especially under leaders like Trump—reserves for serious players. With global instabilit…
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Russian President Vladimir Putin has indicated Moscow is unwilling to drop its maximalist demands over any deal to halt the fighting in Ukraine, and Intel’s new chief executive has made investors excited. Plus, India’s Prime Minister Narendra Modi is in a tough spot over how he handles tariffs from the US. Mentioned in this podcast: Putin voices do…
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Trump threatens 200% tariff on EU alcohol
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President Trump has threatened a 200% tariffs on alcohol imported from the EU in response to the EU's plan to impose a 50% tariff on US whiskeyDonatella Versace is standing down as creative officer of the luxury fashion label, Versace And carmaker Nissan says it has just completed the latest stage of an eight-year project to develop technology for …
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Ep. 2618 About Those "Moderate Rebels" in Syria
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William van Wagenen joins us to discuss the situation in Syria, where the democracy-loving rebels who were going to bring enlightenment to that country turn out to be exactly what any damn fool predicted they'd be. Sponsors: Monetary Metals & Federated Computer: Code: WOODS Support the Libertarian Institute: https://libertarianinstitute.org/donate …
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Gary Cardone | Why I Put 86% of my Wealth into Bitcoin
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Take the survey now: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/1iHRZvOly_Q7aprlQBF7n38y0EjgvnHw2OdYII8yQElc/edit?ts=670d0111 Rob speaks to Gary Cardone about his massive bet on Bitcoin, with 86% of his liquid wealth invested in the cryptocurrency. Gary shares his views on money, dismissing diversification as a myth, while explaining why he sees Bitcoin as bo…
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How The Black Death Increased Worker's Wages: Medieval England's Economic Revolution | IEA Interview
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In this IEA interview, Dr Jordan Claridge, Assistant Professor at LSE's Department of Economic History, discusses medieval England's economy with Daniel Freeman, IEA Managing Editor. The conversation explores England in the 13th-15th centuries, examining how the highly commercialized pre-plague economy transformed when the Black Death wiped out app…
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When the levy doesn’t break: a trade-war world adjusts
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The Trump administration’s dedication to tariffs now seems more fervent than the first time around. Markets are noticing. We ask what might temper the trade war. Europe’s once-fringe hard-right parties are now leading polls, even if not yet leading governments; we look at where things are headed (11:07). And tackling the mythology behind people’s v…
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How many times can you say uncertainty in one economic report?
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Uncertainty. That's the word-of-the-moment with tariffs, market swings and lots of economic volatility. It's also showing up in the Federal Reserve's latest Beige Book, featuring anecdotes across the U.S. economy. On our latest edition of the Beigies, what can a farmer from the Mississippi Delta tell us about uncertainty? Related episodes: How USAI…
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Elon Musk’s efficiency drive failed to prevent US federal spending rising to a record $603bn in February, European battery maker Northvolt has filed for bankruptcy in Sweden, and US inflation fell to 2.8% last month. Plus, China’s plan to revive Africa’s ‘freedom railway’ showcases Beijing’s leaner approach to overseas aid. Mentioned in this podcas…
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CR092: Get the people right, and tech follow Amy Williams, Barclays
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In the complex technology landscape, getting the people right is crucial for success. When the right team is in place, the technology will naturally follow, leading to impactful outcomes. Building a strong team ensures that the organization can navigate challenges and leverage technological advancements effectively. This week, Dave, Esmee and Rob t…
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The Canadian government says it will follow ‘dollar-by-dollar’ approach and institute 25% tariffs on US imports. This comes after the EU announced its own tariffs on US goods. President Trump says "whatever they charge us with, we're charging them". Rahul Tandon speaks to EU, Canadian and US businesses. Spotify paid out a record £7.7 billion to the…
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What is Keir Starmer’s new plan for government reform?
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This Institute for Government webinar brought instant expert analysis of the prime minister’s plans to radically overhaul the British state.Ahead of his speech, Keir Starmer told officials he wants to unshackle them from bureaucracy to stop their talent being "constrained”, and to create an “agile, mission-focused and more productive” civil service…
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Bernard and Alex discuss the news that after being an MSP since 1999, Nicola Sturgeon has announced that she will not stand for re-election at the next Scottish Parliament election. Why has she done this? A look back at her career What does it mean for the SNP? What was she like to work with? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more informat…
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Peter Schiff: Trump & The Truth About America's Fake Prosperity? | IEA Interview
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Join IEA Executive Director Tom Clougherty as he sits down with renowned economist and investor Peter Schiff for a compelling discussion on economic principles, government policy, and financial markets. Schiff, who predicted the 2008 financial crisis, explains his free-market Austrian School economics perspective and why he believes current monetar…
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Thirty-day trial? A Ukraine-ceasefire proposal
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The ceasefire proposal hatched by American negotiators and agreed by Ukraine is now a matter for Russia to consider. We ask how the not-yet-a-breakthrough will land in both countries. Our correspondents ask one of NATO’s very-top brass about Europe’s defence stance and how it should shift (10:44). And the shockingly life-shortening effects of lonel…
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The stock market is down, but you don't need to be
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Government cuts. Tariff uncertainty. Sticky interest rates. These are not helping the tumbling stock market. There's a sinking feeling among some Americans that a crash is imminent. But ... should we all be so worried? Today, we brush away the cobwebs of stock market fear and confusion, and bring some long-held facts to the surface. Related episode…
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Understanding the World View of Trump's Big-Picture Economist
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This week, we try to understand Stephen Miran’s world view and what it could mean for currencies and the global economic order. Host Stephanie Flanders is joined by Shawn Donnan, senior writer for economics with Bloomberg, and Mark Sobel, the US chairman of the Official Monetary and Financial Institutions Forum. See omnystudio.com/listener for priv…
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Germany Ditches Austerity, UK Doubles Down
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On this week's MACRODOSE, James Meadway unpacks: Germany’s dramatic break from austerity as the government abandons its balanced budget commitments for the first time since 2009 (1:14), and a look at Rachel Reeves' planned cuts in Britain, sticking to the same old austerity playbook even as Germany goes the other way (10:37). For exclusive content—…
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The S&P 500 dipped into correction territory on Tuesday and Nissan has pushed out chief executive Makoto Uchida in the wake of the collapse of merger talks with Honda. Plus, banks are trying to catch up to one of the hottest trends in consumer finance: interest-free buy now, pay later loans. Mentioned in this podcast: Ukraine says it is willing to …
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Tariffs: A rollercoaster of on-and-off decisions
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Canada and the United States have each backtracked on some tariff threats amid further trade turmoil. But America still plans a 25% tariff on Canadian steel and aluminium imports on Wednesday. As the world awaits to hear if Russia will agree on a ceasefire, we hear what it could mean for Ukraine’s economy. Why is China's president pushing for the c…
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Ep. 2617 Reagan's Budget Director: Hands Off Massie!
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David Stockman, director of the Office of Management and Budget under Ronald Reagan, smashes the bad arguments against Rep. Thomas Massie (he should vote for idiotic spending now because we'll get serious in five months), who made a brave if lonely stand for what his party professes to believe in. Sponsors: Franbassador & Supporting Listeners Book …
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We all dream about what we will do when we don't have to work anymore. The perfect retirement looks different for everyone, from travelling the world and luxury holidays to spending more time with family and friends, but the cost of stopping work can be bit of a wake-up call. In this Money Box Live we'll look at how to make the most of the savings …
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The state of the civil service: recruitment and turnover
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Whitehall Monitor 2025 – the Institute for Government’s flagship annual report on the civil service – found that high staff turnover, confused workforce planning, slipping morale and uncompetitive pay will hinder its ability to deliver Labour’s missions, even with an increasing headcount and a relentless pressure for greater efficiency and producti…
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George the Poet on Music, Memory, and the War on Blackness Art & Culture (Part Two)
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George Mpanga, known as George the Poet, is seen by many as one of the UK’s most compelling voices in poetry, music, and social commentary. Originally hailing from St Raphael’s Estate in Neasden, Mpanga has spent over a decade working at the intersection of art and politics reflecting on his upbringing to shed light on how race and inequality still…
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Tough Talk, Weak Results: How Tariffs and Moscow Hurt the US
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With US support for Ukraine waning, can Europe step up before the situation spirals? Plus, are Trump’s tariffs making Washington a volatile trading partner? And what lessons could the UK take from Texas on prison reform? CapX's editor Marc Sidwell is joined by Frances Lasok from the Conservative Policy Forum and Conservative Home’s Harry Phibbs to …
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Sects and balances: a violent flare-up in Syria
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Horrifying attacks on Alawites, the sect of deposed leader Bashar al-Assad, throw into question the power—or the will—of Ahmed al-Sharaa, the country’s leader, to maintain peace. For the first time in decades it now makes more sense to pay off a mortgage early (10:36). And high-end satellite data, once the preserve only of spies, could soon be avai…
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Can you take government spending out of GDP?
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The Trump administration has some nits to pick with government spending: They don't think it should be counted as part of the country's GDP, that it should be counted separately. In today's episode, we look at why government spending is part of the U.S.'s GDP and we speculate why Trump's administration might want to take it out ... and what that co…
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This week, we’re looking at The Schools Bill. The bill, which has the full title of The Children’s Wellbeing and Schools Bill 2024-25, covers children’s social care and education. The aim of the bill, as stated on the House of Commons Library website, is to “improve the safeguarding of children and to raise educational standards”. We’re going to be…
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Associated British Foods and Out the Box: Women and Race – creating a human-centred workplace
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This month our host Sarah Travers is joined by Sue Whalley, Chief People and Performance Officer at Associated British Foods – multinational food processing and retailing company and Renée Davis, Founder, Out the Box – an organisation that equips Black creative entrepreneurial and professional talent with opportunities and connections. In this epis…
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Wall Street stocks fell on Monday, and Pimco has recorded a 17% paper profit on its portion of a £3bn emergency loan that it and others are set to provide to ailing utility Thames Water. Plus, hundreds of people have been killed in Syria after clashes between pro-government and pro-Assad forces escalated into sectarian violence. Mentioned in this p…
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Can Rachel Reeves slash welfare spending?
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Rachel Reeves is looking to save billions from the welfare budget. What are the lessons from New Labour’s attempts to cut welfare and what is the purpose of the latest focus on benefits? Will the government succeed in its hastily planned mission? Plus, brilliant questions on the international crisis and the internal turmoil in Reform. Rock & Roll P…
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Tariffs: US economy and Canadian patriotism
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How are tariffs fuelling the decline in US markets and Canadian patriotism? US markets are down today after President Trump refused to rule out recession in an interview. The Nasdaq suffered its worst day in several years, closing down by four percent. The tariffs have also prompted a surge in Canadian patriotism. Rahul Tandon speaks to an app deve…
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How can the government support mayoral combined authorities to deliver economic growth?
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The Labour government wants mayoral combined authorities (MCAs) to play a leading role in delivering faster economic growth – so what can ministers do to help MCAs achieve success in this mission? With an expanding set of devolved transport, skills, housing and planning powers, MCAs are well-placed to drive regional growth – but success is not a gi…
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After a brief hiatus, The R3 Podcast returns with a fantastic episode featuring Andrew Pepper and Charmaine Doyle of Evelyn Partners. Andrew, Head of Special Situations & Restructuring, and Charmaine, a Senior Manager and award-winning turnaround professional, bring decades of experience to the discussion. Tune in as they explore the challenges and…
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