Best External Professor Podcasts (2026)

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Scam Prevention in 2026: Moving from Recommendations to Urgent Execution, A Conversation with Ken Palla, Former Cybersecurity Executive at MUFG Union Bank 53:31

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In the final Scam Rangers episode of 2025, Ayelet Biger-Levin is joined by industry veteran Ken Palla for a deep year-in-review of the global scam prevention landscape. This conversation examines what actually happened in 2025 across regulation, enforcement, and industry action, and why 2026 must move decisively from research and recommendations to…

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What can Westminster learn from Scotland on reforming disability benefits? 29:20

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Resolution Foundation Research Director Lindsay Judge talks you through the learnings from recent benefit reforms in Scotland, joined by Louise Murphy and Ben Geiger. Read 'Delivering dignity' on our website today to learn more.By externalaffairs

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Taking better care of our workers: How can a Fair Pay Agreement improve conditions for social care staff? 1:13:50

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Adult social care is a vital public service. But this is not reflected in the pay and job quality on offer for England’s 1.5 million social care workers. Low-pay, zero-hours contracts, and breaches of labour market rules are worryingly widespread, and have contributed to a longstanding recruitment and retention crisis. The Government has rightly so…

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Can UK governments ever get immigration policy right? Book launch event for 'Why Immigration Policy Is Hard' by Professor Alan Manning 58:38

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Immigration is one of the most salient and polarised issues among the British public – and one that successive Government policy initiatives have failed to resolve. Now central to the UK’s political debate, the issue regularly makes headlines and is used as a device by parties to win public opinion. Seen by some as a missing part of the UK’s growth…

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Investor Citizenship - Case C-181/23 Commission v Malta: CELS Roundtable Discussion 57:24

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Case C-181/23 Commission v Malta (investor citizenship) is one of the most important decisions the Court has handed down on EU citizenship. It is of significant interest not just because of the issues raised, but because of the reasoning of the Court and the Court’s view of citizenship in the EU legal order. This seminar provides the opportunity to…

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Second album syndrome? What Autumn Budget 2025 means for the public, financial markets and the cost of living 1:11:10

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The Chancellor has prepared the pitch for a tough second Budget, with tax rises expected as part of a fiscal strategy designed to reassure markets that the UK’s public finances are firmly under control. But the Chancellor has also promised to protect the NHS, boost growth and support families with the cost of living. Acting decisively on all of the…

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Controversial Contemporary Direct Effect: Directives and Beyond: CELS Lunchtime Seminar 53:07

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Speaker: Professor Daniele Gallo, Luiss University, Italy Abstract: The seminar, building upon Professor Gallo’s book, Direct Effect in EU Law (EU Law Library Series, OUP, 2025), will explore the uneasy trajectories of a transformative doctrine such as direct effect. By reassessing both the present and future of this legal and political construct, …

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Breaking the Scam Spell: From Grooming to Intervention with Martina Dove, Scam psychology expert 47:03

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In this powerful episode of Scam Rangers, Ayelet Biger-Levin sits down with scam psychology expert Martina Dove to dive deep into the psychology of scams. Martina shares her insights on the psychological tactics used by scammers and the most effective methods for prevention and intervention. The conversation dives deep into the origins of Martina's…

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Finding the right keys for growth: How should housing feature in the Budget? 1:09:27

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Please note that due do technical difficulties the last couple of minutes of this event are not included in the recording. November 13th 2025 The Budget run-in has centred around what taxes the Chancellor will need to raise to meet her fiscal rules. But housing could potentially play an equally decisive role. Ambitious planning reform could deliver…

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EU Anti-Discrimination Law through the Lens of Critical Theory: CELS Lunchtime Seminar 45:33

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Speaker: Dr Raphaële Xenidis, Sciences Po Law School, France Abstract: EU anti-discrimination law has been a subject of choice for critiques from various disciplines. One influential motif that has durably structured the critical analysis of EU anti-discrimination law is the distinction between formal and substantive equality. Substantive approache…

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When the levies break? 22:15

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The Resolution Foundation has recently published research assessing how the Government can help families with high energy bills. Our Chief Executive discussed the proposals with Jonathan Marshall (one of our Principal Economists) and Adam Scorer, the Chief Executive of National Energy Action. Tune in to learn about the drivers of Britain’s stubborn…

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Back for more? The Chancellor’s tax and spend options in her upcoming Budget 1:17:38

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After delivering her first Budget last autumn, which included the biggest tax rises in decades to fund a major boost to public services, Rachel Reeves said that she would not be coming back with more tax increases. Fast forward 12 months and she’s about to do just that given a deteriorating outlook for the public finances risk the fiscal rules bein…

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Seeking a NEET solution: Why are so many young people not learning or earning? 1:17:56

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The number of 16-24 year olds who are not in employment, education or training (NEET) is increasing, and drawing more political focus. Policy makers are right to worry about this major living standards concern – not earning or learning in early adulthood can stunt careers and earning potential for many years into the future. But if we’re to help NE…

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“There's Got to Be a Better Way” with Professor Nelson Repenning 42:47

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In this Sloanies Talking with Sloanies podcast, host Christopher Reichert, MOT ’04, interviews Nelson Repenning, PhD ’96, (School of Management Distinguished Professor of System Dynamics and Organization Studies) about his 2025 book There's Got to Be a Better Way, co-authored with Donald Kieffer (Senior Lecturer, System Dynamics). A system dynamics…

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REUL/Assimilated Law: the Current Rules(?): CELS Lunchtime Seminar 28:26

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Speaker: Dr Julian Ghosh, Cambridge University Abstract: In this seminar Dr Ghosh will address what, post-Lipton are the rules for REUL/AL; examples of UK Court decisions which should but do not apply REUL/AL and will provide a useful template for future litigation. For more information see: https://www.cels.law.cam.ac.uk/weekly-seminar-series…

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Explaining the consumption gap: Keynote speech by External MPC member Dr. Catherine L. Mann 1:14:36

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In recent years, UK households have faced a number of economic challenges, contributing to subdued growth and increased living costs. These pressures have been particularly noticeable during the period of elevated inflation following the pandemic, and higher interest rates in response. These conditions have influenced household finances and behavio…

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Snakes and ladders: The shifting sands of wealth in Britain 1:05:54

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The story of wealth across Britain has, until recently, been a straightforward one – decades of rising prices, benefiting those lucky enough to own assets. But that story has been upended in the past few years as interest rates rocketed off their historically low levels in response to the highest inflation in decades. Britain needs to look again at…

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Saviour or stagnator?: Technology, AI and economic growth 59:29

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Britain is desperate for stronger economic growth, and technological progress – notably through AI – is often touted as a route out of stagnation. After all, technological change is commonly thought to have been the main driver of economic growth throughout history. However, if that reading of technological change is far too simplistic, with progre…

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Call of duties: What should the Chancellor’s tax strategy be for the Budget? 1:11:07

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The Chancellor has fired the starting gun on the run-in to one of the most challenging second Budgets in living memory. The Chancellor has already said her fiscal rules are sacrosanct, but higher gilt yields, policy u-turns and a likely growth downgrade mean she is on track to miss them without further fiscal consolidation. With spending plans agre…

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Stronger shock absorbers: How to build the financial resilience of low-to-middle income households 1:17:38

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Savings are supposed to be the first line of defence against financial shocks. But in reality, millions of families across Britain don’t have enough to be more than a few pay-days away from trouble. For many low-income households in particular, the focus is less about building up savings and more avoiding the building up of debts and arrears. All o…

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Hot topics, hard choices: Addressing the policy landscape for 2025-26 1:23:57

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After a not-so-quiet summer, MPs are returning from recess to a torrent of public policy challenges. Immigration remains the public’s top concern, with the economy and the NHS not far behind. Defence has also climbed the list – with the extra spending it brings adding to already daunting public finance pressures. Decisions on these issues come with…

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Saviour or stagnator? Technology, AI and economic growth 1:17:56

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Britain is desperate for stronger economic growth, and technological progress – notably through AI – is often touted as a route out of stagnation. After all, technological change is commonly thought to have been the main driver of economic growth throughout history. However, if that reading of technological change is far too simplistic, with progre…

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Dr. Sreenivas Koka, EMBA ’13: From Dentistry to Leadership Through Empathy and Impact 33:26

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In this episode of Sloanies Talking with Sloanies, host Christopher Reichert, MOT ’04, interviews Dr. Sreenivas Koka, EMBA ’13, about how his multicultural upbringing and MIT Sloan experience transformed his approach to dentistry and leadership, emphasizing empathy and value-based care. Starting his academic journey at 19 at the University of Michi…

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Targeted by Design: The Dark Side of Online Advertising, A Conversation With Sarah Ralston, The Media Trust and Proxyware 45:12

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In this powerful episode of Scam Rangers, host Ayelet Biger-Levin speaks with Sarah Ralston, online safety expert, fraud investigator, and mother of five, about the hidden dangers lurking in online ads. We dive deep into how scam ads are hyper-targeted using the same ad tech that powers legitimate marketing, exploiting trust, grief, and even childh…

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Operating Models And Tree Metaphors With Ernest Gmunder S1:E3 26:57

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Alain explores how Ernest Gmunder uses tree metaphors to explain the benefits of an hybrid operating model to the companies he advises. In this hybrid model, a company is considered as a “tree”. This is his way to go beyond the “agile” buzzword. Ernest recognises that the organisation behind a product line, the “branches” in the tree, needs agility…

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Making Britain work for everyone: How can employers go further to recruit and retain disabled workers? 1:18:50

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Making Britain work for everyone: How can employers go further to recruit and retain disabled workers? Speakers include Charlie Mayfield, lead of the Keep Britain Working review Boosting employment among people with a health condition or disability is a crucial part of this Government’s agenda; from reaching an employment rate of 80 per cent, to re…

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From healthcare to carers’ care How disabilities and caring responsibilities impact the lives of lower-income Britain 1:17:56

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From healthcare to carers’ careHow disabilities and caring responsibilities impact the lives of lower-income Britain The rising prevalence of ill-health and disability across Britain has been under the spotlight recently; not least the implications for the country’s benefits bill. But the impact on those who are ill or disabled, and the family memb…

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A new world order: The economic implications of global trade, tariffs, and uncertainty 1:28:03

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A timely discussion exploring the profound transformation of global trade, amid rising tariffs and mounting geopolitical tensions. What are the broader economic implications for the UK, US and wider global landscape? The discussion will be chaired by Chaired by the Rt Hon Lord David Willetts, joined by an expert panel; Professor Meredith Crowley, R…

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Analogies and Metaphors S1:E2 6:46

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In this episode, Alain Wegmann defines and discusses the power and importance of analogies and of metaphors in our reasoning. They are central to our languages and for understanding complex concepts. By using metaphors, we can reason rationally and emotionally. Using analogies and metaphors is essential in service design and systems thinking.…

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Yurui (Rui) Tong, MBAn ’21, on Tackling Hard Problems, AI in Practice, and the Power of Storytelling 28:17

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In this episode of Sloanies Talking with Sloanies, host Christopher Reichert, MOT ’04, interviews Yurui (Rui) Tong, MBAn ’21, a graduate of the MIT Sloan Master of Business Analytics program. Tong, reflects on her educational and professional journey through a personal lens of self-discovery and curiosity. Though passionate about logic and reasonin…

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Living Beings Everywhere S1:E1 15:55

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In this first episode of Beyond the Buzzwords, Alain Wegmann explains his approach to entrepreneurship and business and IT alignment. He illustrates how people can better work together by reasoning about themselves and about companies as if they were living beings. The concept of living beings is an amazingly powerful metaphor for analyzing exchang…

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New deal or no deal? How will the Employment Rights Bill impact workers, businesses and the wider economy? 1:14:52

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New deal or no dealHow will the Employment Rights Bill impact workers, businesses and the wider economy? Kate BellAssistant General Secretary at the TUCNeil CarberryChief Executive of the Recruitment and Employment ConfederationDarren NewmanEmployment Law ConsultantNye CominettiPrincipal Economist at the Resolution FoundationGreg ThwaitesResearch D…

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The price is tight: How are the cost of essentials affecting low-to-middle-income families across Britain? 1:13:01

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The price is tightHow are the cost of essentials affecting low-to-middle-income families across Britain? SpeakersClare MoriartyChief Executive of Citizens AdvicePeter LevellDeputy Research Director at the IFSLalitha TryEconomist at the Resolution FoundationMike BrewerDeputy Chief Executive at the Resolution Foundation (Chair)…

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The pay postcode lottery: What is driving Britain’s place-based wage divides? 1:12:23

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Britain is racked by pay divides – on gender, race, age and education status. But one of its starkest inequalities centres on geography, which is far more complex than Londoners earning more than everyone else. But while regional pay inequality is widely discussed, what drives these divides is less well understood. And that really matters if we’re …

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Third time lucky: Has the Spending review delivered for middle Britain? 1:12:23

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The Government’s fiscal events have had a shaky start so far. The Autumn Budget unveiled £41 billion of tax rises by 2029-30, while the Spring Statement was dominated by controversial welfare reform that will hit poorer families the hardest. The Spending Review provides a fresh opportunity to focus on growth and living standards, as it sets out the…

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Stormy clouds or brighter horizons? The UK’s uncertain outlook for living standards 1:13:00

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The effects of Covid-19 and double-digit inflation may have faded, but the cost of living remains a top concern for families. Recent tax increases, coupled with rising utility bills and housing costs, are adding to the pressures that households face. The jobs market is loosening with unemployment rising and real-pay rises shrinking. And these domes…

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Breaking Ground: Virus-Like Particles for Peanut Allergy Treatment 15:13

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Keywords Peanut allergy, VLP peanut therapy, Oral immunotherapy, Immune tolerance, Clinical trials, Allergy treatment, Immunology, Safety profile, Food allergies, Innovative therapies Summary In this conversation, Wayne Shreffler and Mo Shamji discuss the challenges and advancements in peanut allergy treatment. They explore current FDA-approved the…

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Snejina Zacharia, SF ’13: From MIT Classroom to Insurance Disruptor 32:06

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In this episode, Snejina Zacharia, SF ’13, a 2013 MIT Sloan Fellow from Bulgaria, transformed a personal insurance frustration into a $500 million business by founding Insurify, the "Kayak of insurance." After a minor car accident during her time at MIT caused her premiums to spike, she discovered the absence of a comprehensive insurance comparison…

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Little Britain? What might happen if globalisation goes into reverse 59:49

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Book launch for Exile Economics: What happens if globalisation fails by Ben ChuBy externalaffairs

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Turning the Tables: A Deep Dive into Scam Call Centers, a Conversation with Jim Browning, Scambaiter and YouTuber 49:20

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In this fascinating episode of Scam Rangers, host Ayelet Biger-Levin interviews renowned scam investigator Jim Browning, whose YouTube channel has over 4.4 million subscribers. Jim has made headlines for infiltrating scam call centers, exposing how large-scale fraud operations really work—from pig butchering scams to telco account hijacking. We exp…

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The 'For Women Scotland' judgment - An academic discussion: CELS Webinar 1:00:02

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An online debate considering the recent Supreme Court case of 'For Women Scotland Ltd v The Scottish Ministers' which was handed down on 16 April featuring Aidan O’Neill KC (Scot.), KC (E&W), BL (Ireland) who appeared for For Women Scotland. In the discussion Aidan reflected on his experiences of the case, the judgment and participate in a debate o…

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Britain’s new safety net: Where are the Government’s welfare reforms heading? 1:18:00

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Where are the Government’s welfare reforms heading?By externalaffairs

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How to spend £100 billion wisely 59:28

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Which areas of public investment should be prioritised at the Spending Review?By externalaffairs

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Demystifying Scam Fog: You Can't Fix What You Don't Measure, A Conversation with Peter Tapling, Managing Director PTap Advisory 41:47

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🎙️ Episode Title: Demystifying Scam Fog: You Can’t Fix What You Don’t Measure 👤 Guest: Peter Tapling, Managing Director at PTap Advisory 🎧 Host: Ayelet Biger-Levin, ScamRangers 🔍 Episode Overview: How can you solve a problem you’re not measuring? In this episode, we tackle one of the biggest blind spots in scam prevention: data classification. Pete…

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The challenges for Britain’s migrant workforce: Understanding precarious work among foreign-born workers, and implications for wider labour market policy. 1:09:26

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What are the labour market experiences of foreign-born workers? How do systemic issues allow poor practices to persist? What are the wider implications for the UK labour market? And how can policy – including the measures in the upcoming Employment Rights Bill – better protect workers?By externalaffairs

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Turning up the heat How to quicken Britain’s heat pumps roll-out and hit our net zero targets 1:13:16

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Our homes are now the second biggest contributor the UK’s carbon footprint, and efforts to address this rely on the widespread replacement of gas boilers with electric heat pumps. But the rollout of heat pumps is slow and behind schedule, despite generous grants on offer, and particularly so among low-to-middle income families and those living in u…

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Making public services better for low-to-middle income families 1:16:02

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Despite the cuts announced in the Chancellor’s Spring Statement, spending on public services is set to be on average £43 billion higher over the years of the upcoming Spending Review, compared with what was set out by the previous Government at the 2024 Spring Budget. But with much of this extra spending front-loaded to this year and next, question…

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A league of their own: What can the UK learn from the US’ post-pandemic productivity acceleration? 1:06:28

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What is driving the US’ impressive productivity outperformance? How does it differ from the UK, and what lessons can be drawn? And what can firms and policy makers do to reverse the UK’s productivity woes, and prevent another decade of economic stagnation in Britain?By externalaffairs

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The metrics that really matter How can we better measure economic and societal change? 52:50

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Book launch for The Measure of Progress by Diane Coyle.By externalaffairs