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Hannah Prevett and Dominic O’Connell bring you one big business story you need to know every week. Uncovering the personalities, power plays, boardroom dramas and sheer ambition that drive the world of business, Hannah and Dominic get the inside story from the people who are in the room when the deal goes down - from start-ups to tech titans, market movers to City CEOs. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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- Today31 min
The Business of Formula 1: Can a female driver break the gender barrier?
This series is sponsored by PwC.Could we see the first female Formula 1® driver in 50 years racing in a Grand Prix?In the second episode of a special series, host Andy Jaye speaks to 19 year old F1 ACADEMY driver Rachel Robertson, who’s chasing that dream and breaking down barriers in motorsport. Joined by PwC’s chief people officer Phillippa O’Connor they discuss Rachel’s inspirational story from a karting to the F1 ACADEMY, and how talent investment and more inclusive workplace cultures can open up new career pathways.Together they explore how nurturing talent is vital for Formula 1® and how industry leaders can attract more diverse talent to drive high performance and long term economic growth.You can also watch this episode on Times Business channel on YouTube.Presenter: Andy Jaye, BroadcasterGuests:Rachel Robertson, F1 ACADEMY driverPhillippa O’Connor, PwC Chief People OfficerProducer: Harry Bligh and Shabnam GrewalExecutive Producer: Emily Leahy Video Producer: Super LlamaGet in touch: thebusiness@thetimes.comHosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
- 5 days ago33 min
Why are the super rich leaving Britain?
Are wealth creators fleeing Britain, and what does a super-rich exodus mean for Treasury tax revenues and the wider UK economy?In this episode of The Business, Hannah Prevett investigates why high earners are leaving the country and whether changes to non-dom status are accelerating the trend. She is joined by Dan Neidle, tax lawyer and founder of Tax Policy Associates, and Robert Watts, Times contributor and compiler of the Sunday Times Rich List.Together, they explore high-profile departures, including hedge fund founder Chris Rokos, who paid £330m in UK tax in a single year. They examine how abolishing non-dom rules, rising inheritance tax, and proposed exit taxes impact capital investment across British business. And as ministers prepare their upcoming budget, Hannah asks how government fiscal policy can retain top talent in the country, protect tax receipts, and drive long-term economic growth.Presenter:Hannah Prevett, associate business editor at The Sunday TimesGuests:Dan Neidle, founder of Tax Policy AssociatesRobert Watts, Times contributorProducer: Hope FedericoExecutive Producer: Emily Leahy and Miriam Hall Video Producer: Bronwen LathamImage: Getty Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
- 1 weeks ago30 min
The Business of Formula 1: Inside Biggin Hill's global broadcasting mission control
This series is sponsored by PwC.What does it take to broadcast the excitement and drama of Formula 1® to millions of fans across the world, with high pressure stakes and no room for error?In the first episode of a special series, host Andy Jaye speaks to Dean Locke, Formula 1®’s Executive Director of broadcast, Media and Race Operations and PwC’s UK Consulting Chief Markets Officer David Allen. Together they examine how innovation, AI and tech have transformed Formula 1®’s high-stakes broadcasting operation to deliver greater efficiency, sustainability and quality, and what industry leaders can learn about corporate strategy and harnessing tech.You can also watch this episode on Times Business channel on YouTube.Presenter: Andy Jaye, BroadcasterGuests:Dean Locke, Formula 1® Executive Director of broadcast, Media and Race Operations David Allen, PwC UK Consulting Chief Markets Officer Producers: Harry Bligh and Shabnam GrewalExecutive Producer: Emily Leahy Video Producer: Super LlamaGet in touch: thebusiness@thetimes.comHosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
- 1 weeks ago0 min
Coming soon…The Business of Formula 1
Coming soon…The Business of Formula 1®A series sponsored by PwC.Listen on The Business wherever you get your podcasts, or watch on Times Business channel on YouTube. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
- 1 weeks ago19 min
Pret A Manger CEO: Shoplifting, subscriptions & UK high street survival
How is Pret A Manger turning a London high-street staple into a powerhouse brand? In this episode of The Business, chief executive Pano Christou breaks down the Pret A Manger global strategy, detailing how the company adapts its corporate strategy for international markets while staying true to its British business roots.Recorded live at The Times Future of London summit, Hannah Prevett sits down with one of retail's most prominent industry leaders. Pano reflects on his 26-year journey from the shop floor to the executive suite, sharing lessons in entrepreneurship, building a resilient model, and navigating changing retail trends and consumer habits.If you enjoyed this episode, make sure to press follow at the top of your podcast app.Presenter: Hannah Prevett, associate business editor of The Sunday TimesGuest: Pano Christou, Chief Executive of Pret A MangerProducer: Hope FedericoExecutive Producers: Miriam Hall and Emily LeahyVideo Producer: Bronwen LathamImage: GettyGet in touch: thebusiness@thetimes.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
- 1 weeks ago31 min
Jaguar Land Rover job cuts - a warning for UK car makers?
Why is Jaguar Land Rover cutting 4,000 jobs? Dominic O’Connell examines what the news of this major reduction means for the future of British car manufacturing.In this episode of The Business, we break down the decision by Jaguar Land Rover to cut nearly 10% of its UK workforce as the car maker pushes to save £1.7 billion. With automotive output falling to levels not seen since the 1950s in the UK, we ask whether soaring energy costs, Donald Trump's tariffs, and fierce Chinese competition threaten the wider UK economy and long-term economic growth.Dominic is joined by Oliver Gill, deputy business editor at The Sunday Times, who broke the story, and David Bailey, professor of business economics at Birmingham Business School. Together, they explore whether Jaguar Land Rover can successfully pivot to luxury electric vehicles, how changing government fiscal policy impacts British business, and whether Prime Minister Andy Burnham's pledge to re-industrialise Britain is realistic.Guests:Oliver Gill, deputy business editor at The Sunday TimesDavid Bailey, professor of business economics at Birmingham Business SchoolPresenter:Dominic O’Connell, Times columnist and Times Radio business correspondentProducer: Hope Federico Executive Producers: Emily Leahy and Miriam HallVideo Producer: Bronwen LathamGet in touch: thebusiness@thetimes.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
- 2 weeks ago32 min
Youth unemployment: Alan Milburn on NEETs and first jobs
This episode is sponsored by PwC.Why are so many young people out of work? Government adviser Alan Milburn joins The Business to discuss youth unemployment, the rising number of NEETs (not in employment, education or training) and first jobs.In this episode, Alan Milburn — who has been examining the surge in young people classified as NEETs — is joined by PwC’s Chief People Officer Philippa O’Connor. Together with hosts Hannah Prevett and Dominic O’Connor, they analyse why tackling youth unemployment is critical for the UK economy and future economic growth.Drawing on research from the Social Market Foundation and PwC, they explore why British business must invest in entry-level talent, how industry leaders can help young people build a career, and what’s needed to keep young people out of long-term unemployment.Guests:Alan Milburn, author of the government-commissioned review into young people and workPhillippa O’Connor, chief people officer, PwC UKPresenter:Hannah Prevett, associate business editor, The Sunday TimesDominic O’Connell, business correspondent, Times RadioProducer: Hope FedericoExecutive Producer: Emily Leahy Get in touch: thebusiness@thetimes.comHosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
- 2 weeks ago22 min
Chapel Down CEO: How we’re taking on French champagne
Is English sparkling wine outperforming Champagne to become a fast-growing sector in British business? Dominic O'Connell speaks to Chapel Down CEO James Pennefather.What was once viewed as a niche agricultural experiment is now a major success story across the UK economy. In this episode of The Business, James Pennefather, chief executive of Britain’s largest wine producer Chapel Down, joins Dominic O’Connell to discuss how domestic vineyards are expanding and reshaping luxury retail trends.James reveals the corporate strategy behind scaling English sparkling wine to capture a significant part of the global champagne market by 2035. He discusses Kent's chalk soils, navigating export growth in the US, and why younger consumers are embracing local fizz. Plus, he shares how Chapel Down uses its AIM listing as an innovative marketing tool to turn shareholders into loyal customers, and why English sparkling wine represents a major opportunity for UK entrepreneurship."English sparkling wine has the same quality credentials as champagne, but a slightly more approachable positioning," Pennefather says.Guest:James Pennefather, Chief Executive of Chapel DownPresenter:Dominic O’Connell, Times columnist and Times Radio business correspondentVideo producer: Bronwen Latham Producer: Hope Federico Executive Producers: Emily Leahy and Miriam HallPhoto: Getty Get in touch: thebusiness@thetimes.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Hannah Prevett and Dominic O’Connell bring you one big business story you need to know every week. Uncovering the personalities, power plays, boardroom dramas and sheer ambition that drive the world of business, Hannah and Dominic get the inside story from the people who are in the room when the deal goes down - from start-ups to tech titans, market movers to City CEOs. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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