The Business Year Podcast

Episode 62 - NAFTA 2.0 & developments in the US-China trade war

As US, Mexican, and Canadian leaders sign off on NAFTA 2.0, we examine the extent of the changes and the reaction in Mexico. We also catch you up on the latest developments in the US-China trade war.

Episode 61 - The many uses of bugs. Kill them, eat them, become their friend?

Roasted cricket, anyone? The edible bug industry is on the rise, as is the use of creepy crawlies in our cosmetics, medicine, and even as a waste-disposal hack. This week, we discuss what this all means for our daily lives, the ecosystem, veganism, and more.

Episode 60 - Women in politics: Turkey, Rwanda, Ethiopia, USA case studies

With Rwanda making headlines recently for its high number of women MPs, as well as the strong performance of women candidates in the recent US midterms, we look at the two countries, as well as Turkey and Ethiopia, to see how the presence of women in politics has changed over the years.

Episode 59 - Total in the UAE, a long-term commitment

This week, we look at the UAE oil and gas sector and French hydrocarbon giant Total's role within the industry. With comments direct from President of Total E&P UAE, Group Representative for Total Hatem Nuseibeh, we examine what has made Total such a success in the country, region, and world.

Episode 58 - Cancer: the cost of treatment

On this episode we look at the history of cancer, the latest developments in treatment, and the disparity in cancer care and costs around the world. Did you know cancer was once believed to be contagious? Or that leading medications are available at a fraction of their US cost in India? All this and more in The Business Year Podcast this week.

Episode 57 - Birthright citizenship: where, why, and how

Following Donald Trump's (false) claim that the US is the only country in the world to offer citizenship as a birthright, we took it upon ourselves to dive deeper into the issue. From the UK to Pakistan, we examine citizenship rules around the world.

Episode 56 - Deliveries, agriculture, leisure, and killing: the many uses of drones

From drone-delivered coffee to high-tech agricultural aids, military UAVs, and "drelfies," drones have become a big business, with applications impacting nearly all aspects of our life.

Episode 55 - A dying habit? The cost of smoking and the rise of vaping

What is the most expensive place to buy cigarettes in the world? What's the price elasticity of tobacco products? And is vaping really any better for you than the real thing?

Episode 54 - Can flexitarianism save us all? The case for mass diet change

This week, we dive into the economic and health impacts of vegetarianism, veganism, or more flexible alternatives, examine India as a case study of mass lacto vegetarianism, and discuss how soybean could save the world.

Episode 53-The latest from the global toy market

The global toy market is resurgent following a downturn in the wake of the 2008 global financial crisis, with a variety of players jostling for the attention of parents around the world. This week, we delve into the state of the market and take a closer look at goings on at Lego and Barbie maker Mattel.