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Screenwriter Godwin Jabangwe discusses creating the Zimbabwean musical animation Tunga based on childhood legends. Nollywood filmmaker Mahmoud Ali Balogun explains how Netflix benefits content creators in Africa. Challenges faced by African viewers due to high data costs and poor connectivity are highlighted. Emphasis on the importance of authentic African narratives in the creative industry and the potential for growth in African filmmaking with Netflix's investment.

Food anthropologist Dr Kaori O’Connor, French baker Dominique Anract, chef Francisco Migoya, and James Slater from Puratos discuss the history and significance of bread, traditions in the bread industry, reviving ancient bread-making methods, and the impact of industrial processes on bread quality.

Ai-Jen Poo, Megan Stack, and Professor Diane Coyle discuss the undervaluation of domestic work, the power dynamics between employers and workers, the historical and gendered aspects of domestic work, the exclusion of unpaid work in GDP figures, and the challenges of transforming domestic work into sustainable, valued professions.

Guests discuss the trend towards a four-day work week in the UK. Pursuit Marketing made the switch successfully, while Wellcome Trust opted against it. The Royal Society of Arts warns of potential economic disparities. Topics include productivity, work-life balance, and societal impact.

The podcast discusses the failed promise by Foxconn to build a factory in Wisconsin, highlighting the political repercussions for President Trump. It delves into the unrealistic projections and challenges faced by the Taiwanese manufacturer. The shift to research centers in Wisconsin and the impact of trade wars on job creation are also explored, shedding light on the complexities of the manufacturing sector.

BBC journalist Rahul Tandon explores the job prospects of young Indian voters during elections. Topics include rural unemployment, challenges for entrepreneurs, and frustrations of youth regarding job opportunities and autonomy in decision-making.

Exploring how YouTube tackles extremist and conspiracy content, including Alex Jones's controversial channel ban. The debate on whether YouTube's algorithm promotes sensationalism and extremism. Insights from experts on the challenges of curating content and combating harmful ideologies online.

Guests on the show share their devastating experiences caused by computer glitches, including losing a family home and being wrongly accused of fraud by a bank and the Post Office. The discussion revolves around the personal and financial turmoil caused by these errors, shedding light on the emotional toll and real-life consequences of technology failures.

Tom McGath from Deutsche Wohnen Enteignen discusses the push for expropriating landlords in Berlin. Richard Florida suggests alternative solutions to the housing crisis. The podcast explores global rent control policies and the challenges of affordable housing in metropolitan cities.

Head of sustainability at Legal and General discusses divesting from climate change-contributing companies. Brown University's security studies director explains sectors like insurance, property, and oil are overpriced due to climate threats. Equinor's sustainability VP outlines changes in a state-backed oil company.