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Prem Mahadevan and Sumaira Abdulali discuss the global illegal trade in sand for construction, leading to environmental degradation and the rise of sand mafias. They highlight Sumaira's campaign against sand theft in India and propose solutions like using less sand and exploring sustainable building materials.

Real-life mind-reading technology is already in use in places like China, raising concerns about privacy and freedom. The podcast explores the ethical implications of using technology to read minds, including applications in gaming and disability assistance. It also discusses the potential benefits and challenges of mind-reading technology, emphasizing the need for legislation to protect brain privacy worldwide.

Foreign exchange strategy expert Jane Foley, Crayfish co-founder Jiao Li, and Washington Post columnist Anne Applebaum discuss Brexit's impact on the pound, UK-China relations, and Britain's reputation. They explore how cheaper British goods are attracting Chinese buyers and the varying perceptions of Brexit's consequences on the UK's future.

Explore the skepticism surrounding WeWork's $47 billion valuation and tech company image. Hear from skeptics questioning the financial details and branding strategy. Discover the perspective of tenants who value the service provided. Unveil the mysteries behind WeWork's financial model and the evolution of workspaces in a global environment.

Can a greater understanding of how poor air quality harms us, enable us to tackle this urgent problem?Jane Wakefield meets British artist Michael Pinsky and explores an interactive art instillation mimicking the air of five parts of the world. She hears from Romain Lacombe of the personal pollution sensor company Plume Labs how tracking the air around you can help to design better policies at a city level. Plus Robert Muggah of the Igarape Institute talks through how his interactive maps tracking global pollution can be used by policymakers and city mayors.(Picture: Woman wearing face mask because of air pollution in the city; Credit: Jun/Getty Images)

Exploring Hollywood's changing business model with streaming services disrupting traditional profit mechanisms. From 'Hollywood Accounting' to content creation on platforms like YouTube, executives and producers discuss income shifts, lack of transparency, and Disney's entry into the streaming market. Emphasizing quality over quantity, the podcast highlights strategies for content creation and the impact of exclusive access to Payone movies post-theatrical release.

Tom Wilson, from the Financial Times, and a former economic advisor to President Kagame discuss the questionable economic statistics of Rwanda. They touch on distorted data, aid money reliance, and the impact on policy decisions.

Laura Marston, a type-1 diabetes sufferer, reveals her struggles accessing affordable insulin in the USA. The broken pricing system puts lives at risk, prompting investigations. Insurers and drug manufacturers point fingers as uninsured diabetics face financial burdens and desperate measures. The podcast examines the alarming surge in insulin prices and the devastating consequences on individuals.

Natasha Pope, private wealth advisor at Goldman Sachs, discusses the gender gap in financial literacy and the unique approach women can take in planning their financial futures. The podcast also explores the challenges faced by Emirati women in achieving financial equality despite societal changes and outdated inheritance laws.

Law professors discuss the historical practice of buying and selling land, analyzing Trump's Greenland offer and European reactions. The podcast also explores Arctic geopolitics, climate change, and the concept of micronations like Molossia in Nevada and California.