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The aim of this weekly podcast is to make economics easy, uncomplicated and accessible. With the world at a political, technological and financial tipping point, economics has never been so important to all of us and yet, it’s made inaccessible and complicated by so many. I’ve always thought what is complicated is rarely important and what is important is rarely complicated. That will be our motto. Every week we are going to tease out some big economic or political issue facing us, not just ...
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3VB Speaks is the regular podcast series from London barristers' chambers 3 Verulam Buildings. Each episode features members of chambers discussing cases and issues in their specialist practice area.
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You can still find freedom in an unfree world. In Practical Liberty we'll tear down the narratives and false beliefs that are restricting your freedoms and talk to interesting people who have, in their own way, found a path to get out of the machine
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A Day In The Life Of Abed Salama with Nathan Thrall
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I read Nathan Thrall’s book last year before the Gaza and October 7th massacres. I couldn’t put it down. It tells the true story of a young Palestinian boy, a tragic accident, his family and the daily humiliations of the Palestinian people. There is much cruelty but there is much love, too, and courage, resolve and tenderness. For everyone who is i…
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Nazi Billionaires: The Dark History Of Germany’s Wealthiest Dynasties
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The true story of how Germany’s wealthiest business dynasties amassed untold money and power by abetting the atrocities of the Third Reich — and how America looked the other way. Many of them continue to control swathes of the world economy, owning iconic brands whose products blanket the globe, brands like Daimler-Benz, Allianz, Porsche, Volkswage…
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Beyond The Wall; Life In The GDR With Katja Hoyer
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In 1980, Dalkey United went on a football trip to Germany which ended up in East Berlin. A certain economist, festival director and once under 13s centre half was on that schoolboy trip and so began a lifelong fascination with all things East German. Less than ten years after that Dalkey Utd. trip, the country vanished. In her wonderful book, Katja…
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Group Litigation and the Financial Ombudsman Service
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In this episode of 3VB Speaks we focus on the regulatory sector and group litigation claims. Peter de Verneuil Smith KC is one of the leading experts in commercial group litigation and is acting for a group of claimants in the largest s90 FSMA claim to date against Glencore. Saima Hanif KC is a global expert in financial services regulation, and ha…
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From Millers to Influencers: Navigating the New Economy
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In this week’s episode, we’re journeying from the bustling docks of 17th-century Amsterdam to the modern gig economy, all through the lens of Rembrandt and his old man. Rembrandt’s dad wanted him to have a “real job” – sound familiar? Today’s parents are just as anxious about their kids’ unconventional careers. We dive deep into how technological u…
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A young Irish economist and a Nobel prize winner walk into a bar....
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In May 1991 I walked into Keenan's Bar in Crossmaglen, South Armagh with a superstar American economist who would go on to win the Nobel Prize for a chat about global monetary policy. Joe Stiglitz and myself must have cut two odd figures for the locals...this was South Armagh, at the height of the troubles after all, maybe not the normal chat in Ke…
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In this episode, we dive into the Aer Lingus strike, putting it in the context of the larger global economic landscape. We ask if this strike is the beginning of a new era in industrial relations. By exploring the historical shifts in labour and capital dynamics, we question whether we're seeing the pendulum swing back in favour of workers after de…
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We have a very special episode for you today, courtesy of The Bear, Season 3 which is streaming on Disney+ from today, June 27th! We're digging into what makes an Irish restaurant tick and the hidden contributions that a vibrant restaurant industry adds to our economy. We also talk with Ross Lewis from Chapter One and discuss the dedication and cul…
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This week, we dive deep into the nitty-gritty of the commercial property market, highlighting its glaring vulnerabilities and the dramatic plunge in values since the pandemic. Using the vivid historical metaphor of being "sold down the river," we unravel how economic cycles often start with a displacement moment, sparking widespread financial specu…
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Could Common Sense be Coming Home? We dive into the unexpected shift where Britain now seems like the island of sanity amid European radicalism. We explore the surprising fragility of German infrastructure and the looming chaos in European bond markets, particularly focusing on France's political and economic challenges. By contrasting the historic…
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Join us for a special live recording of the podcast at DBF 2024, where David interviewed the renowned journalist Christiane Amanpour. As CNN's chief international anchor, Amanpour brings unparalleled insights into global affairs, making this session an unmissable highlight of the festival. The conversation covers Amanpour's journey from the Iranian…
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Join us for a live recording of the podcast! We dive into the fascinating rise of Gaelic Games live from Cuala in Dalkey - we delve into the incredible impact of free education in Ireland. Discover how the daughters of small farmers seized educational opportunities, sparking unexpected social mobility. We'll also give you a sneak peek into my upcom…
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This week, we're diving deep into the rollercoaster world of global financial markets. From the wild highs of cannabis stocks crashing down to earth to the ECB's first interest rate cut in five years, we're unpacking it all. Ever wondered why 2% inflation became the magic number for central banks? Spoiler: it’s as arbitrary as it sounds. Joining us…
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During the European recent elections, you might have heard lots of people defining Ireland as a "neoliberal" country, governed by the ideology of neoliberalism. Neoliberalism is a political and economic philosophy which emphasises free markets, deregulation, and reducing the role of the state. This episode dives into the myth that Ireland is a neol…
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