Best Office Of Rail Podcasts (2025)

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Too many rights make a wrong? 53:53

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3d ago53:53

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The government has made an immediate U turn on one of its key employment-rights pledges announced in this weeks' budget. We ask why it's happened and what it means for employers.Also, Felicity Hannah takes a deeper dive into this weeks' budget with our regular panel of experts.And it's Green Friday. Why is today the biggest day of the year for the …

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Bad Day At The Office (for Budget Responsibility) 52:34

4d ago52:34

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Sean Farrington takes a panel of businesses, tax and economics experts to pore through the detail of the Chancellor's Autumn Budget 2025, including a look at the tax thresholds freeze, pensions, electric vehicles and business rates. We also discuss what it means for the Budget and the Office for Budget Responsibility after the forecaster accidental…

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The Thanksgiving Invite That Turned Seriously Creepy… Fast 4:16

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In this Jubal Phone Prank, a simple Thanksgiving invitation spirals into one of the most hilariously uncomfortable calls yet. When a man gets a friendly check-in from his girlfriend’s “uncle,” the conversation takes a bizarre turn filled with suspicious whispers, unsettling comments, and escalating paranoia. Is it bad cell service… or something way…

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Budget Day 2025 52:26

5d ago52:26

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Budget Day has arrived - Sean Farrington hears from businesses, individuals and listeners throughout the programme. That the National Living Wage will rise by 4.1% in April - how might that affect businesses? One pub chain talks to us. And one of Netflix's biggest successes, Stranger Things, reaches its fifth and final season starting tonight - we …

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The Pharmacy Follow-Up Call That Sends a Husband Spiraling 4:53

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When a man gets a routine follow-up call from his pharmacy, things take a bizarre turn—fast. What starts as a simple check-in about his prescription turns into full-blown panic as the “pharmacist” begins asking some very concerning questions. Did something go wrong with his medication… or is something else going on? Find out in this chaotic and hil…

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Employment Rights and Wrongs 53:02

6d ago53:02

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It's "Budget Eve" -- and Sean Farrington takes a look at why Cash ISAs and tax free savings are grabbing the headlines today. Elsewhere, Sean takes a look at the Employment Rights Bill, which is in its final stages in the Houses of Parliament. The boss of the UK's biggest business lobby group says it could be "damaging" -- we hear from one holiday …

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Pete Ekins Calls To Tell You Your Vacation Is Denied 4:29

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One woman is being set up by her coworker in this Jubal Phone Prank! Hear Pete Ekins tell her that her vacation that was already approved, is now denied all because she didn't have a good enough reason! Let's just say things go go well, and she is not too happy! The wildest, most hilarious prank call podcast from The Jubal Show! Join Jubal Fresh as…

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The biggest week of the year? 26:59

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With two more sleeps until Rachel Reeves' Autumn Budget, Will Bain discuses what could be in it and answer your questions leading up to it. The Covid inquiry continues with a look at the financial action taken by the government to protect the economy -- we'll find out what we could expect from evidence given, including that by then-Chancellor Rishi…

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Talk turkey to me 29:37

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How this big, lean bird became the staple of the most American of meals. This episode was produced by Ariana Aspuru, edited by Jenny Lawton, fact-checked by Melissa Hirsch, engineered by Adriene Hill and hosted by Jonquilyn Hill. Photo of the National Thanksgiving turkey by Andrew Harnik/Getty Images. If you have a question, give us a call on 1-800…

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Episode 23- Pudding, Poultry, and Pike: Food Fights Reimagined as Sports 8:36

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Max Byte dives into the slippery world of food-themed competitions with three unforgettable sports: the gooey grappling of Pudding Wrestling, the aisle-clearing action of Turkey Bowling, and the frosty hilarity of Minnesota’s Frozen Fish Tossing. It’s a flavor-filled episode where dessert, dinner, and cold-water catches all get their moment in the …

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Pete Ekins is your Wifi Customer Service Agent 5:00

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Elena’s WiFi has been down for five days, but nothing prepares her for the series of wild “customer service reps” she gets bounced between. From parakeet facts to accidental upsells and total confusion, this chaotic call spirals fast until a shocking reveal flips everything upside down. The wildest, most hilarious prank call podcast from The Jubal …

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Roundtable: Wilmington's anti-camping ordinance and the issue of homelessness 29:51

10d ago29:51

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On this special episode, WHQR's Aaleah McConnell shares the highlights and throughlines of a wide-ranging panel on Wilmington's new anti-camping ordinance and the issue of homelessness.By Aaleah McConnell

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A conversation with District Attorney Jason Smith after year one in office 50:00

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On today's episode, we sit down with Jason Smith, district attorney for New Hanover and Pender counties. After a tough race for DA in 2024, Smith faced several challenges: rebuilding morale, adapting to E-courts, new state and local laws, and the perennial challenge of youth violence.By Benjamin Schachtman

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Freight Bill Audit & Payment, Leveraging the Right Technology and Expertise for your Business - Guest: Hannah Testani, CEO, Intelligent Audit 36:16

10d ago36:16

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Having all the right data at hand is crucial for a company's efficiency and strategic decision making. Managing that deluge of data is another thing altogether. While AI can help keep things together, technology alone isn't necessarily the right answer for everyone. Instead, the right combination of technology and human expertise might be what your…

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Unpicking the COVID enquiry 50:24

10d ago50:24

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Will Bain hears from analysts and businesses on the latest report from the Covid inquiry. Also, the Chief Executive of Getlink and the Eurotunnel joins us to tell us why they have frozen all its future UK rail investments. Plus, we have our Friday panel discussing the big stories from the week.By BBC Radio 5 Live

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Donk Delivered Your Car Up A Mountain 5:05

10d ago5:05

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In this episode of Jubal Phone Pranks, a soon-to-be Tesla owner gets a call no car lover ever wants to hear. A chaotic delivery team, a coworker named Jeremy, and one unbelievable challenge turn this routine drop-off into total panic. But what really happened on the way to his brand-new ride? Listen to this hilarious prank filled with suspense, esc…

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Nvidia keeps climbing 27:06

11d ago27:06

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The world's biggest company, Nvidia, reports record financial results. Plus, what does the latest inflation figure tell us about the economy?By BBC Radio 5 Live

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The $4,000 Purse Panic 5:12

11d ago5:12

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What happens when a luxury handbag, a clueless employee, and a very fed-up customer collide? In this viral Jubal phone prank, a woman gets a call claiming her designer purse has suffered a catastrophic cleaning fail, and her reaction is explosive. From threats to shut down the business to a “fix” involving a Sharpie, this chaotic call spirals fast.…

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Improving welfare facilities for rail workers 22:16

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The rail industry often requires workers to undertake safety-critical duties in remote and isolated locations, often during unsociable hours, and operating in these environments can present many challenges for them, including securing access to appropriate welfare facilities, such as toilets. In the latest episode of the Rail and Road Pod, Richard …

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Trends Defining the Future of Enterprise Security Risk Management 19:03

12d ago19:03

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Corporate security risks are evolving in ways that demand new mitigation strategies. Ryan Schonfeld, Co-founder and CEO of HiveWatch, an AI-driven physical security software platform, draws on his background in law enforcement and global enterprise security to offer a new perspective on how organizations can better manage today’s challenges. From t…

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One week to go 53:16

12d ago53:16

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Sean Farrington speaks to business leaders with one week to go until the Budget. Plus, high-profile websites, including X and ChatGPT, are taken down by an outage at Cloudflare.By BBC Radio 5 Live

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Someone Broke Into His Phone… and Maybe His Office?! 4:40

12d ago4:40

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What starts as a simple “I found your phone” call quickly spirals into one of the wildest phone pranks of the year. The caller somehow knows way too much about his work, his notes, and even what’s on his desk, sending him into total panic mode. If you’re into hilarious pranks, awkward tension, and edge-of-your-seat reactions, this episode delivers.…

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If the bubble bursts? 52:15

13d ago52:15

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The boss of Alphabet tells the BBC no company will be immune if the AI bubble bursts. Plus, reselling tickets to live events for a profit is to be banned by the government.By BBC Radio 5 Live

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The Chevy Equinox Chaos: A Phone Prank You Won’t Believe 5:00

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Ever wondered what happens when your car gets “rented out” without your knowledge? In this hilarious episode of The Jubal Show, Denise gets caught in a phone prank gone wild — featuring mistaken identities, confusion over a Chevy Equinox, and escalating chaos you need to hear to believe. Laugh along as the team navigates the ultimate mix-up, provin…

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Pizza peak? 53:08

14d ago53:08

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Felicity Hannah looks at how pizza businesses in the UK are changing strategy. Plus, as resident doctor strikes continue, what are both sides saying about pay and jobs?By BBC Radio 5 Live

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The case for renting forever 29:18

15d ago29:18

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Housing prices aren't coming down, and that's challenging us to redefine the American dream. Maybe renting isn't so bad? This story was supported by a grant from Arnold Ventures. The episode was produced by Miles Bryan and Kelli Wessinger, edited by Jenny Lawton, fact-checked by Melissa Hirsch, engineered by Patrick Boyd and Adriene Lilly, and host…

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The Airline Call That Went Completely Off the Rails 4:56

16d ago4:56

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In this chaotic new Jubal Phone Prank, Kaylee thinks she’s dealing with the world’s least helpful airline agent after being told her work trip to Orlando is canceled — and the “solutions” only get more insane. From three-day layovers in Cleveland to a stranger named Stewart driving her across the country, the panic builds fast. But is any of it rea…

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Off your bike? 52:01

17d ago52:01

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Will Bain explores if two-wheeled commuters will pay the price in the budget, after reports suggest the Chancellor is planning to introduce a cap on the cost of bikes that can be bought through cycle to work schemes. Shares in Disney took a knock after the entertainment giant posted results. Will looks at their stand-off with YouTube TV and how the…

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The Creepiest Customer Service Call Ever… Until the Twist! 5:02

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When a man cancels his shaving subscription, he expects a quick goodbye, not a terrifyingly clingy rep begging for him to come back… and maybe even showing up at his house?! 😳 What starts as a simple customer service call quickly spirals into one of the weirdest, most uncomfortable convos ever, until the shocking reveal. The wildest, most hilarious…

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That's the ticket! 24:43

18d ago24:43

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Sean Farrington looks at the return of nuclear power to Wales with the head of GB Energy - Nuclear. Elsewhere he hears from a business owner who's had to get rid of staff and equipment because borrowing costs are too high. And, Sean chats to a West End theatre producer about new proposals from the creative industries to end ticket touting.…

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The Substitute Teacher Who Took Slang Way Too Far 4:52

18d ago4:52

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When a “cool” substitute teacher calls a mom to talk about her son’s behavior, things take a wild turn. From Gen Z slang gone wrong to an unexpected Thanksgiving invitation, this prank call spirals fast. You’ll never guess how she reacts when he starts dropping Rizz and “low-key goated with the sauce.” Listen to this hilarious Jubal Phone Prank tha…

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Scrapping the cap? 53:08

19d ago53:08

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Sean hears from those who have called for the scrapping of the two-child benefit cap ahead of the budget. After with yesterday's jobs data showing unemployment is on the rise, Sean speaks from one retailer who says automation and AI are threats to future workers. And with six weeks to go until Christmas, we find out more about the must-have toys fo…

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The Christmas Light War That Got Seriously Out of Hand 4:06

19d ago4:06

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It started with one missing bulb… then turned into a full-blown neighborhood showdown! When a man’s Christmas lights kept going out, he had no idea someone very close to home was behind it. Things get heated, threats are made, and the truth will leave you laughing. Listen to this holiday-gone-wrong prank in this episode of Jubal Phone Pranks. The w…

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The gold brick road 52:48

20d ago52:48

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Sean looks at jump in the price of gold to a two week high as the US government seeks to end the federal shutdown. The Chancellor, Rachel Reeves, has given her clearest sign yet that Labour's manifesto will be broken when she delivers her Budget later this month. And one year after hitting big screens for the first time, the Wicked Witch of the Wes…

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The Toothbrush That Followed Him Home… 4:52

20d ago4:52

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In this Jubal Phone Prank on The Jubal Show, housekeeping claims a guest left something behind… but when the “lost item” suddenly shows up outside his house, panic sets in FAST. He thinks someone from the hotel tracked him down over a toothbrush and his reaction is priceless. The wildest, most hilarious prank call podcast from The Jubal Show! Join …

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Your budget wish list 51:31

21d ago51:31

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With the budget looming, Will Bain invites an economist to answer your budget queries. What would you like to hear from the Chancellor?And we find out why the boss responsible for the construction of the Tideway, London's new 'super sewer', is praying for rain. And it’s been 30 years since easyJet first took off. We take a look how the low-cost air…

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Why your health insurance is so expensive 30:24

22d ago30:24

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It’s open enrollment season, and new health insurance premiums are causing sticker shock around the country. So how do you pick a health care plan that won’t break the bank? This episode was produced by Avishay Artsy and Danielle Hewitt, edited by Jenny Lawton, fact-checked by Melissa Hirsch, engineered by Adriene Lilly and hosted by Jonquilyn Hill…

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The Forehead Tattoo Emergency Contact… 4:45

23d ago4:45

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In this Jubal Phone Prank on The Jubal Show, a wife gets a shocking call saying her husband passed out mid-tattoo session in Vegas, and what he supposedly got inked on his forehead sends her into absolute panic mode. Is it real? Is it a prank? This epic phone frame on the twenties goes from confusion to chaos FAST. The wildest, most hilarious prank…

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What's next for rates? 52:03

24d ago52:03

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Budget and interest rate talk with our regular panel of experts - they tell Will Bain what they think might happen next.We hear too how the boss of one of the world's biggest shipping companies thinks we're going to struggle to find space for his ships if we don't expand our ports.And, we've been sitting down with Julian Dunkerton, the Chief Execut…

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Bank Fraud Gone Wild 4:42

24d ago4:42

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In this Jubal Phone Prank, a woman thinks her bank is calling to verify suspicious charges on her credit card… but every “serious” question gets interrupted by the world’s MOST distracted fraud agent. From Hamster BnB to inflatable castles and Croc resales, nothing about this call feels normal. Was this credit card actually hacked, or is something …

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06/11/2025 52:34

25d ago52:34

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News and insight from the business world. Download the podcast via the BBC Sounds app.By BBC Radio 5 Live

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Birthday Surprise Mix-Up 4:51

25d ago4:51

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A simple singing telegram for mom’s birthday turns into one of the wildest “wrong number / wrong booking” moments ever. In this Jubal Show Phone Prank, a daughter thinks she’s sending a sweet barbershop quartet to an assisted living community… until everything takes a VERY unexpected turn. From panic, to confusion, to one shocking reveal, this epis…

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Security Lessons From a Leading U.S. Blood Center 24:46

26d ago24:46

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When David Fortino joined New York Blood Center Enterprises—one of the largest nonprofit blood collection and distribution organizations in the U.S.—as Head of Corporate Security, he was tasked with building the company’s first enterprise-wide security program. With 2,300 employees spread across more than 70 locations in 17 states, and a constantly…

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'Keep Britain Working' 50:24

26d ago50:24

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More on a new report looking at getting people on long-term sick back into the office. We also have the latest from New York as the City decides its new Mayor. And Sean Farrington finds out why the unlikely crossover between chess and nightlife is proving a hit for one London venue.By BBC Radio 5 Live

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Eddie Is Coming To Your Thanksgiving 4:55

26d ago4:55

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A polite-sounding caller wants to meet the parents, and his “intro” quickly spirals into one of the most awkward Thanksgiving invites you’ll ever hear. Between awkward small talk, weird requests about creamed corn, and a fiercely protective mom on the other end, this call goes from cringey to hysterical in seconds. Tune in to hear the moment the co…

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Serialization – At the forefront of DSCSA Compliance - Guest: Chad Hodges, MD Logistics 32:42

27d ago32:42

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Compliance is a complex and ever-evolving facet of the supply chain, particularly when it comes to life-sciences and pharmaceuticals. So what does it take to be fully compliant and effectively implement solutions that satisfy the Drug Supply Chain Security Act? Chad Hodges Vice President of Operations for MD Logistics goes into the challenges they'…

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Counter offensive 52:59

27d ago52:59

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With more than 40% of shop staff facing abuse at the counter every week, Sean Farrington talks to workers, an investigator and a retail charity about what's behind the assaults and what can be done to stop them,Also,our expert guests talk about budgets and budget pledges ahead of the big day later this month.And...it's the invasion of the food infl…

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Your Holiday Bonus Got Donked 4:52

27d ago4:52

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Corporate HR rings in to finally talk about this year’s holiday bonus — but the “bonus” they reveal sends this employee from excited… to confused… to FURIOUS. This phone prank from The Jubal Show takes a wild left turn fast — and it proves sometimes “perks” aren’t perks at all. Funny corporate chaos, shocking reactions, holiday bonus drama, and the…

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Running on empty? 23:56

28d ago23:56

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Questions remain over the supply of Nexperia chips, with concerns for the car industry. Will Bain delves into what exactly's going on. We also look into the sauna sensation that's sweeping across the UK - with numbers of them soaring in recent years. And if you watched Channel 4's Gogglebox on Friday night you might have heard this programme get a …

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That text is a scam 30:32

29d ago30:32

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You know those annoying scam texts offering an easy, remote job? We find out how they work, why they're so ubiquitous and the dark world behind them. This episode was produced by Peter Balonon-Rosen and Ariana Aspuru, edited by Jenny Lawton with help from Jolie Myers, fact-checked by Melissa Hirsch, engineered by Adriene Lilly and Brandon McFarland…