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The Rest Is Money

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  • Why don’t billionaire business leaders stand up to Trump?

    October 26, 2026 · 50 min

    What is it about Trump’s second term that’s made big money business men capitulate? Are Jeff Besos and Stephen Schwarzman part of a herd of cowards? Will the mid terms bring them some back bone? And who in business is standing up to Trump?…

  • Should banks pay more tax?

    October 21, 2026 · 40 min

    Are banks making excessive profits? How do UK taxes on banks compare to other countries? Should the bank surcharge be increased? What about reducing the interest the banks get from the Bank of England for their cash reserves? Ahead of…

  • Are creditors too hard on the UK?

    October 18, 2026 · 47 min

    Why are economists’ estimates of our fiscal headroom so different from each other? What does the chancellor John Healey need to do to get the markets on side? Will multiple small tax tweaks get us the money we need? Are we realistic enough…

  • Why French bond turmoil is good for Burnham

    October 14, 2026 · 41 min

    Why is France in serious financial trouble? Could it go bust? Should the ECB intervene? And where does that leave the UK government in the bond market ‘ugly contest’? Robert and Steph discuss how the political paralysis, civil unrest and…

  • Should the UK rejoin a struggling European Union?

    October 11, 2026 · 45 min

    After Burnham said one option for the UK is to rejoin the EU, would this be best for Britain? How do the alternatives to full membership measure up? And how does the emotional immigration debate fit into the evaluation? With France in a…

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  • Can Britain lead the world in driverless cars?

    October 7, 2026 · 57 min

    Is Wayve the start-up that could at last be a British global AI giant? Why does its boss Alex Kendall think the UK is the best place to grow a tech business? How soon will most of us be riding in driverless taxis and cars? Robert talks…

  • How should the Chancellor fill his hole?

    October 4, 2026 · 37 min

    Is a Smorgasbord of tax rises the best way to raise money? Should the capital gains tax rate be aligned with income tax? What about increased taxes on banks? Dan Neidle is back to tell Robert and Steph what he’d do in the upcoming…

  • What’s the cost of Andy Burnham's big plans?

    October 1, 2026 · 35 min

    Why was Burnham’s speech such an important economic and political reset? Is his promise of an NHS model for social care all it seems? Burnham has raised the possibility of rejoining the EU, but would European leaders welcome us…

  • Why the UK must not drop climate leadership

    September 27, 2026 · 1 hr 1 min

    How to win the net-zero argument with voters again? Why the transition will make us richer? Are the Paris warming targets irredeemably lost? How has China led the way?Robert discusses with world-leading climate economist Lord [Nicholas]…

  • Why the world’s economic glue is becoming unstuck

    September 24, 2026 · 47 min

    Given the militaristic ambitions of Russia, China and America, how close are we to a catastrophic trade shock?  Even without such a shock, do we face years of higher inflation because of the new frictions and costs in global supply chains?…

  • Why we should all care about Japan’s rising rates

    September 20, 2026 · 1 hr 0 min

    Is Trump’s handling of America’s 40 trillion debt burden about to start a global financial crisis? Why is US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent selling Euros to buy Japanese Yen? And why are Western leaders worrying about Japanese interest…

  • Why do the tech bros really want more regulation?

    September 16, 2026 · 39 min

    Why has the Al growth-at-all costs plan hit a credibility wall? Is this really about safety? Or are Al bosses trying to keep out more competition? Is pacing realistically enforceable across borders? And could this make tech companies like…

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About the show

Robert Peston and Steph McGovern bring you insightful business and finance stories. Join Robert Peston and Steph McGovern as they delve into the key challenges and opportunities facing today’s business world. From the complexities of tech investments to the impact of political decisions on global markets, this podcast offers valuable perspectives on current financial topics. Whether discussing business funding, economic policies, or corporate strategies, they provide listeners with the tools to understand today’s fast-evolving market. Each episode brings expert analysis on important issues, including market regulations, economic recovery, and the forces shaping the future of work. Robert and Steph bring you the latest insights from influential leaders and top entrepreneurs, making this podcast a must-listen for anyone interested in business growth, financial trends, and the evolving economic landscape. For more Goalhanger Podcasts, head to www.goalhanger.com.