’A Conversation With’ is our Zing Learning podcast where we speak to real people doing incredible things in their careers, for other people or the world of inclusion. We will be sharing the ways in which they are enhancing awareness around important topics and get advice and suggestions from our experts in how to enhance inclusion, embed belonging and just generally make the world a better place.
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Learn about Unmanned Traffic Management (UTM) and how drones will be integrated into society through expert industry interviews.
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How did the planet's richest people make their billions? From iconic celebrities and secretive CEOs to sporting legends and titans of technology, Simon Jack and Zing Tsjeng find out, and then decide whether they think they’re good, bad, or just another billionaire. Ever wondered how Taylor Swift went from country singer to money-spinner? How Amazon boss Jeff Bezos came to launch one of the biggest corporations of the internet age? And how six-time NBA champion Michael Jordan made his fortune ...
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Home Designs For Life: Remodeling Ideas To Increase Safety, Function, And Accessibility In The Home.
Janet Engel, OT/L, CAPS, ECHM
My podcasts offers solutions to help older adults stay in their homes for as long as possible. We explore creative home modification solutions and talk to experts in the building and healthcare industry to help older adults and their caregivers navigate how to create safer, more attractive, and comfortable spaces while simultaneously increasing their home value. Let us educate you on creating a home that changes with you, so you can live your best life at any age!
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In the midst of this unprecedented economic environment, many businesses are thriving. How are they doing it? Tune in to the HSBC Talks Business podcast series, where we explore the challenges businesses are facing and the interesting and innovative ways that banking solutions are helping them succeed. We speak with business leaders from small and mid-market enterprises along with HSBC experts to understand topics such as sustainability, cash management, supply chain optimisations, and how t ...
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Selena Gomez: Actress, singer, beauty mogul
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47:30Selena Gomez is one of the youngest newly minted billionaires, thanks to her Rare Beauty brand. But you likely know her from her Disney kid days on The Wizards of Waverly Place, award-winning turn in Only Murders in the Building, or as the chart-topping singer of Lose You to Love Me. BBC business editor Simon Jack and journalist Zing Tsjeng take us…
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Orlando Bravo failed to become a tennis pro, but became richer than any tennis player in history by pivoting to the world of finance. He’s the first billionaire from Puerto Rico and earned his fortune with private equity investments in technology. BBC business editor Simon Jack and journalist Zing Tsjeng tell the story of an investor who says that …
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Navigating the World of Geriatric Care Management
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44:07Send us a text. We love to hear from our fans. In this conversation, Janet Engel speaks with geriatric care managers Amy McWilliams and Lauren Magana about the vital role of geriatric care management in supporting seniors and their families. They discuss the unique challenges faced by seniors, the importance of navigating complex healthcare systems…
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Vince McMahon made stars out of wrestlers like Hulk Hogan, John Cena and Dwayne ‘The Rock’ Johnson. He turned professional wrestling into a $6.8 billion industry with his company World Wrestling Entertainment (WWE). Vince capitalised on cross-promotion and the spectacle of what he called "sports entertainment" to reach huge audiences before he step…
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Minecraft is the most successful computer game ever. It's sold 300 million copies, built an active community of fans and there's now even a Minecraft movie. So how did one man - Markus Persson - create it all by himself, before selling it for billions? BBC business editor Simon Jack and journalist Zing Tsjeng find out how a high school dropout, obs…
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Cooking Up Safety: Akshita Iyer on Revolutionizing Kitchen Technology
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23:27Send us a text. We love to hear from our fans. Summary In this conversation, Akshita Iyer, CEO and founder of Ome, discusses the inspiration behind the Smart Knob, a device designed to enhance kitchen safety by preventing unattended cooking, a leading cause of house fires. She shares her journey from neuroscience to entrepreneurship, driven by pers…
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By reinventing reality TV, John de Mol changed television history and made a billion dollars. He’s the father of Big Brother and the man behind The Voice, Deal or No Deal and Fear Factor. BBC business editor Simon Jack and journalist Zing Tsjeng explain how the Dutch TV producer became a media tycoon, after using his showbiz connections to break in…
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A blocked vacuum cleaner led to a billion-dollar idea for British inventor Sir James Dyson. After studying art, then reinventing the wheelbarrow, Dyson struck gold with his iconic bagless vacuum, but only after years of effort. BBC business editor Simon Jack and journalist Zing Tsjeng take us back to the entrepreneur’s youth in post-War Norfolk and…
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AI and the Next Generation of Emergency Response with LogicMark CEO Chia-Lin Simmons
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48:41Send us a text. We love to hear from our fans. Summary In this conversation, Chia-Lin Simmons, CEO of LogicMark, discusses the evolution and innovation of medical alert technology, particularly focusing on the Freedom Alert Max device. She highlights the importance of user-friendly design, advanced features like fall detection and GPS, and the inte…
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Martha Stewart: The original lifestyle influencer
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51:15Martha Stewart revolutionised home entertaining with her recipes, home decor and TV shows, becoming one of the world's most successful women in business. Known as the ultimate homemaker and the "original lifestyle influencer", she's also the USA’s first ever self-made female billionaire. But while the entrepreneur made her fortune as a domestic god…
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A Conversation With...Irfaan Arif - Applied Behavioural Science & DEI
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36:10In this episode, we sit down with Irfaan Arif to explore how behavioural science can enhance diversity and inclusion efforts in organisations and society. Irfaan explains how understanding human behaviour can help avoid common DEI pitfalls and why some diversity initiatives fail. We delve into the power of incentives and decision-making strategies …
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Navigating the World of Senior Move Management
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48:46Send us a text. We love to hear from our fans. Summary In this conversation, Janet Engel interviews Nicole Ramer, a certified senior move manager and founder of Organized Haven. They discuss the evolution of the senior move management industry, the emotional and logistical challenges faced by seniors during transitions, and the unique services offe…
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Fall Detection: A New Approach to the Personal Emergency Response System (PERS)
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50:21Send us a text. We love to hear from our fans. Summary In this conversation, Janet Engel interviews Cathy Minter, co-founder and CEO of Wisdom, a smart device designed to support aging in place. Cathy shares the inspiration behind Wisdom, which arose from personal experiences with aging parents and the challenges they faced. The discussion delves i…
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When Charles "Chuck" Feeney first appeared on the world's rich lists in the 1980s, he had built a billion-dollar business selling duty free goods to tourists. But he'd also given most of his money to charity. As Good Bad Billionaire takes a short break until March, Simon Jack and Zing Tsjeng revisit the story of the billionaire who wasn't. Feeney's…
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The Intersection of Technology and Accessibility
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29:16Send us a text. We love to hear from our fans. Summary In this conversation, Janet Engel interviews Deval Patel, CEO and founder of the Lotus Ring, a wearable device that allows users to control various devices by pointing. The discussion covers the product's launch success, recognition at CES, and its unique benefits for older adults and people wi…
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A year after first being declared a billionaire, Taylor Swift’s rarely been out of the headlines or the charts. The pop superstar’s Eras tour finally came to an end, and she’s been continuing to break records. Good Bad Billionaire will be back with a new season in March, but until then, here’s a quick update on what Taylor’s been up to and another …
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In today’s fast-moving environment, how can UK consultants adapt and flex to position themselves for growth? In our latest podcast, Victoria Ritchie, Head of Professional and Business Services, HSBC UK, is joined by Tamzen Isacsson, Chief Executive of the Management Consultancies Association, and Andrew Meaney, Head of Transport Sector at economics…
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What do Baby Boomers Really Want in a Senior Living Community? The Answer Could Surprise You
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47:43Send us a text. We love to hear from our fans. Summary In this conversation, Janet Engel and Jeff Weiss, President & CEO of Age of Majority, discuss the evolving expectations of Baby Boomers regarding senior living communities, emphasizing the importance of food quality, autonomy, and the role of technology. They explore the challenges these commun…
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A Conversation With...Daryl McCollin - The Filmmaking Industry & Intersectionality
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46:34In this episode, we speak with Daryl McCollin about his journey in the film and media industry. Daryl shares how he got his start, the challenges he’s faced as someone from an underrepresented background, and whether he’s seen improvements in diversity during his career. He reflects on the importance of allies in his journey and offers advice for h…
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A Lift for a Toilet? Learn How a Toilet Lift Can Help You Age In Place
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40:38Send us a text. We love to hear from our fans. Summary In this conversation, Janet Engel interviews Tom Nardone, founder of Dignity Lifts, about his innovative products designed to assist individuals with mobility challenges in using the toilet independently. They discuss the importance of toilet accessibility, the installation and functionality of…
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Send us a text. We love to hear from our fans. Summary In this conversation, Janet Engel interviews Sally Duplantier, a gerontologist and founder of Zing, a mission-driven company aimed at helping older adults live their best lives. Sally shares her journey of entrepreneurship, the evolution of Zing during the pandemic, and the importance of public…
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Learn How a Real Estate Professional Can Help You Navigate The Biggest Transitions in Life: Moving!
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46:40Send us a text. We love to hear from our fans. Summary In this conversation, Janet Engel interviews Cathi Coridan, a senior real estate specialist, who shares her insights on helping seniors navigate the complexities of life transitions, particularly in real estate. Cathi discusses her background in human services and how it informs her approach to…
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What do Airbnb, Facebook, Spotify, and LinkedIn all have in common? Peter Thiel. They made his fortune, but he’s since rejected Silicon Valley for being too "woke". He’s a contradictory character: a libertarian who made billions from big state surveillance; an intellectual who purports to hate politics, but who’s poured millions into political camp…
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The woman behind the brand that revolutionised the way the world shopped and dressed. Doris Fisher and her husband Don founded The Gap together and made basics cool – their pocket t-shirt was worn by both Mick Jagger at Live Aid and Marty McFly in Back to the Future, while Sharon Stone donned a $25 Gap black turtleneck for the Oscars. Simon Jack an…
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Universal Design Is the Key to Aging In Place
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53:49Send us a text. We love to hear from our fans. Summary In this conversation, Janet Engel interviews Scott and Sarah Pruitt, co-founders of the UD Project, focusing on the importance of universal design in creating accessible homes. They discuss their mission to increase the demand for universally accessible housing, the role of education in bridgin…
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How can treasurers support supply chain resilience?
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15:30Florence Tan, Regional Head of Global Trade Solutions Europe at HSBC, discusses with Tom Alford, Deputy Editor of TMI, the importance of establishing supply chain resilience and insights on how treasurers have a vital role to play in keeping trade flows running smoothly, as well as what tools and services are available to them to help achieve their…
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Carlos Slim Helú's financial might has led some people to nickname his native Mexico ‘Slimlandia’. He dominates the country’s businesses, from telecoms to construction. But how did a man whose hero happens to be the Mongol warlord Genghis Khan get to be the richest person in the world? Many have blamed his monopolist business empire for Mexico’s sl…
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How can treasurers ensure their financial activities are secure?
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14:48Peter Crawley, Head of Global Payments Solutions Europe at HSBC discusses emerging risks of digitalisation and how best our customers can respond with Tom Alford, Deputy Editor of TMI. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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The Impact of Ageism on Older Adults and the Importance of Home Modifications for Aging In Place.
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52:25Send us a text. We love to hear from our fans. Summary In this conversation, Janet Engel interviews Eve Hill, an aging in place specialist realtor, and founder of Customized Aging about the impact of ageism on older adults and the importance of home modifications for aging in place. Eve shares her personal journey that led her to focus on ageism aw…
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Roman Abramovich: Premier League oligarch
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40:21Roman Abramovich was known as the "stealth oligarch" before he stepped into the limelight as Chelsea football club’s sugar daddy owner. The man loves a yacht: his largest cost $427m, and has bullet-proof windows and an escape submarine. Abramovich made his fortune from post-Soviet privatisation, aided by a man known as the “Godfather of the Kremlin…
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Send us a text. We love to hear from our fans. Summary In this conversation, Janet Engel interviews Jamal Stevenson, the key sales officer at We Hear You, a company that started as a sign language translation service and has evolved into creating innovative accessibility solutions. The focus is on their latest product, the Hero Door Opener, which a…
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Mukesh Ambani caught the world’s attention when he forked out $600m on his son’s wedding, including a performance by Rihanna – but how did he become Asia’s richest person? Mukesh grew his father’s polyester trading company, Reliance Industries, into a conglomerate. But when he died without a will, Mukesh had to fight his brother for control of the …
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Transforming Bathrooms for Independence with Occupational Therapist and Toilet Expert Maria Lindbergh
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51:22Send us a text. We love to hear from our fans. Summary In this conversation, Janet Engel and Maria Lindberg, OTR/L, discuss the importance of home modifications, particularly in the bathroom, for older adults. They explore the challenges faced by seniors in maintaining independence and safety at home, the innovative solutions provided by Toilet Tal…
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Metal man and football fan Patrice Motsepe rose out of post-apartheid South Africa to become the country’s first black billionaire. Under apartheid, Patrice had to get a special permit to study at an ‘whites-only’ university - the same that Nelson Mandela attended in the 1940s - becoming a lawyer before following the gold into the mines. When the r…
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Comfort Meets Safety: The SENSTEC Showerpan
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54:16Send us a text. We love to hear from our fans. Summary In this conversation, Janet Engel interviews Mark Conacher, Managing Director of SENSTEC USA, about his extensive career in the kitchen and bath industry and the innovative anti-slip technology of shower trays. Mark shares insights into the unique features of the SENSTEC'S showerpan, including …
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Jack Ma is the king of ecommerce in China. Nicknamed 'Daddy Ma', the former school teacher even appeared alongside martial arts legend Jet Li in a kung fu movie. But how did a scrawny, belligerent child, who was the only person who failed to get hired at his local KFC, become the chairman and CEO of online mega-platform Alibaba? BBC business editor…
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A Conversation With...Lauralee Whyte - Increasing Events Representation
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39:46In this episode, we chat with Lauralee Whyte, the founder of Spectrum Speakers, a trailblazing agency promoting diverse voices in public speaking. We explore why diverse representation is crucial, how it benefits both society and businesses and hear examples of the positive outcomes it brings. Our guest shares tips for organisations looking to dive…
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Opportunities to Action: Supplier Collaboration
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14:43In our episode three, “Opportunities to Action: Supplier Collaboration”, we delve into transforming business cases into actionable strategies, focusing on the collaborative relationship between buyers and suppliers. Our hosts, HSBC’s Erwan Le Grand, European Head of Commercialisation & Account Management, Corporate Cards, Global Payments Solutions …
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Send us a text. We love to hear from our fans. Summary In this conversation, Daniel Fuchs shares his insights on multi-generational living, drawing from his personal experiences as a caregiver for his father with Alzheimer's. He discusses the increasing trend of families living together, especially post-COVID, and the emotional and financial benefi…
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The story of how Yvon Chouinard, a reluctant billionaire who only wanted to climb and surf, harnessed his passions to create outdoor apparel brand Patagonia - before giving it all away to fight climate change. BBC business editor Simon Jack and journalist Zing Tsjeng discover how the self-proclaimed "existential dirtbag" went from jumping freight t…
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Planning for Aging In Place with Nancy Griffin
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48:49Send us a text. We love to hear from our fans. In this conversation, Janet Engel interviews Nancy Griffin, CEO and founder of Glowing Older, about her journey in the podcasting world and the evolving perspectives on aging. They discuss the rampant ageism in society, the importance of planning for aging, and the innovations in senior living and tech…
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Whitney Wolfe Herd: Dating app entrepreneur
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42:18Whitney Wolfe Herd, the “queen of the swipes”, launched a female-led dating app after a public scandal around her sexual harassment and discrimination lawsuit against Tinder. BBC business editor Simon Jack and journalist Zing Tsjeng follow her story from a popular student with a flair for marketing, to carving her own path in the male-dominated tec…
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Industrialist Aliko Dangote is known as a mild-mannered cement tycoon who often drives himself to business meetings. How did he become the world’s richest black person? Dangote rapidly dominated Nigeria’s cement, sugar, flour and fertiliser markets. He says his mission is to make Nigeria’s economy self-reliant, without requiring Western investment …
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Navigating the Reverse Mortgage Landscape with Michael Pankow, CEO of Veterans Mortgage of America
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49:06Send us a text. We love to hear from our fans. Summary In this conversation, Janet Engel interviews Michael Pankow, a retail mortgage executive and CEO of Veterans Mortgage of America with over 20 years of experience, focusing on the benefits and misconceptions surrounding reverse mortgages. Michael shares his personal journey in the mortgage indus…
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Sam Altman: ChatGPT and the AI revolution
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45:48How is freshly minted billionaire Sam Altman shaping our future through his company OpenAI and ChatGPT? He made his fortune by investing in huge tech start-ups like Reddit and Airbnb, before turning his attention to artificial intelligence - being fired and re-hired by his own company in the process. Altman believes that OpenAI, with him in charge,…
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Educating Homeowners About the Benefits of Modifications with Top Podcaster & General Contractor Chris Lalmolia
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47:37Send us a text. We love to hear from our fans. Chris Lalomia, CEO of The Trusted Toolbox, discusses his business and the challenges and benefits of home renovations for older adults and people with disabilities. He emphasizes the importance of prioritizing professionalism and trust in the handyman industry. Lalomia also talks about the growing tren…
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Safeguarding your Business – A Real-Life Fraud Story
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25:20Payment fraud, including scams, are major risks which impact businesses of all size. In this episode, you will hear first-hand from a real life victim of Fraud. We discuss the human impact of fraud and outline some vital tips which can help protect your business. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.…
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How did an unassuming software engineer become one of the richest people on the planet? This is the story of how Zhang Yiming transformed social media by creating TikTok, and how the Chinese tech company ByteDance became a multi-billion dollar business. BBC business editor Simon Jack and journalist Zing Tsjeng explore Yiming’s various successes wit…
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Kiran Mazumdar-Shaw: Beer, brewing and biotech
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34:01Kiran Mazumdar-Shaw built a pharmaceutical empire after failing to get a job brewing beer. She also overcame gender bias to become India’s first self-made female billionaire. Her company Biocon is now Asia's biggest insulin producer. BBC business editor Simon Jack and journalist Zing Tsjeng follow her story, from a childhood living on a brewery com…
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George Soros: 'The man who broke the Bank of England'
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45:34George Soros escaped Nazi occupation in Hungary, before becoming one of the most successful investors in history. After making his name on Wall Street and setting up the hedge fund Quantum, he also become known as “the man who broke the Bank of England” after making a billion dollars in a day by “betting against” the pound. BBC business editor Simo…
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