http://www.bbc.co.uk/worldservice/programmes/business_daily.shtmlExamining the big issues facing the global economy, Business Daily demystifies the world of money. From giant industries like aviation and automotive to the smallest scale start-up, Business Daily asks the big questions about free trade, technology and investment. There is also analysis of management and marketing trends, and what business jargon really means - together with reports on business news from around the world via the BBC's global network of reporters.Examining the big issues facing the global economy, Business Daily demystifies the world of money. From giant industries like aviation and automotive to the smallest scale start-up, Business Daily asks the big questions about free trade, technology and investment. There is also analysis of management and marketing trends, and what business jargon really means - together with reports on business news from around the world via the BBC's global network of reporters.BBC World ServiceBBCpodcast.support@bbc.co.uken-gb720http://www.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/assets/artwork/266/bizdaily.jpghttp://www.bbc.co.uk/worldservice/programmes/business_daily.shtml(C) BBC 2012Fri, 10 Feb 2012 10:19:42 +0000news, world, BBC, development, environment, green, finance, money, management, economics, economy, bisness, biznews, world, BBC, development, environment, green, finance, money, management, economics, economy, bisness, biznononadultBusiness Daily asks whether the so-called Austrian school of economics can help Europe out of its crisis. Dr Irwin Stelzer of the Hudson Institute and Professor Robert Wade of the London School of Economics debate the issue. Plus the BBC's Nigeria correspondent Mark Lobel speaks to the biggest man in African business - Aliko Dangote - at the opening of his new cement factory.Business Daily asks whether the so-called Austrian school of economics can help Europe out of its crisis. Dr Irwin Stelzer of the Hudson Institute and Professor Robert Wade of the London School of Economics debate the issue. Plus the BBC's Nigeria...Business Daily asks whether the so-called Austrian school of economics can help Europe out of its crisis. Dr Irwin Stelzer of the Hudson Institute and Professor Robert Wade of the London School of Economics debate the issue. Plus the BBC's Nigeria correspondent Mark Lobel speaks to the biggest man in African business - Aliko Dangote - at the opening of his new cement factory.Fri, 10 Feb 2012 10:01:00 +000017:32http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/worldservice/bizdaily/bizdaily_20120210-1001.mp3http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/worldservice/bizdaily/bizdaily_20120210-1001a.mp3BBC World ServiceAs deadlines to resolve the Greek debt crisis have come Business Daily finds out why there really are only days left for a deal to be struck between Greece and its private bondholders. And as austerity measures in debt-ridden European countries hit people hard - Justin Rowlatt finds out that in Portugal they could now threaten democracy itself. Plus Simon Atkinson reports from the United Arab Emirates on the surprising development of green energy.As deadlines to resolve the Greek debt crisis have come Business Daily finds out why there really are only days left for a deal to be struck between Greece and its private bondholders. And as austerity measures in debt-ridden European countries hit...As deadlines to resolve the Greek debt crisis have come Business Daily finds out why there really are only days left for a deal to be struck between Greece and its private bondholders. And as austerity measures in debt-ridden European countries hit people hard - Justin Rowlatt finds out that in Portugal they could now threaten democracy itself. Plus Simon Atkinson reports from the United Arab Emirates on the surprising development of green energy.Thu, 09 Feb 2012 10:01:00 +000017:28http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/worldservice/bizdaily/bizdaily_20120209-1001.mp3http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/worldservice/bizdaily/bizdaily_20120209-1001a.mp3BBC World ServiceA feast of ideas on how to make food production more sustainable. The BBC's Dan Saladino looks at how some grass roots activists are coming up with new ideas to persuade food companies to operate in more environmentally friendly and transparent ways. Justin Rowlatt speaks to Carolina Barretto who works for the third biggest meat company in the world - the Mafrig group in Brazil. She explains how it's trying to stop trade in meat raised on illegally deforested land. And our regular technology commentator, Jeremy Wagstaff worries that what seems like magic to consumers now may soon seem like an unwarranted intrusion into our private lives.A feast of ideas on how to make food production more sustainable. The BBC's Dan Saladino looks at how some grass roots activists are coming up with new ideas to persuade food companies to operate in more environmentally friendly and transparent ways....A feast of ideas on how to make food production more sustainable. The BBC's Dan Saladino looks at how some grass roots activists are coming up with new ideas to persuade food companies to operate in more environmentally friendly and transparent ways. Justin Rowlatt speaks to Carolina Barretto who works for the third biggest meat company in the world - the Mafrig group in Brazil. She explains how it's trying to stop trade in meat raised on illegally deforested land. And our regular technology commentator, Jeremy Wagstaff worries that what seems like magic to consumers now may soon seem like an unwarranted intrusion into our private lives.Wed, 08 Feb 2012 10:43:00 +000017:30http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/worldservice/bizdaily/bizdaily_20120208-1043.mp3http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/worldservice/bizdaily/bizdaily_20120208-1043a.mp3BBC World ServiceJustin Rowlatt speaks to the former Prime Minister of Malaysia, Mahathir Mohamad, about what Europe can learn from emerging Asian economies. Dr M, as he is known, isn't afraid to mince his words. He says Europe should get back to doing real business - and take austerity on the chin. And India's economy may have opened up over the past twenty years but the BBC's Mumbai correspondent Nidhi Dutt finds that corruption is still endemic.Justin Rowlatt speaks to the former Prime Minister of Malaysia, Mahathir Mohamad, about what Europe can learn from emerging Asian economies. Dr M, as he is known, isn't afraid to mince his words. He says Europe should get back to doing real business -...Justin Rowlatt speaks to the former Prime Minister of Malaysia, Mahathir Mohamad, about what Europe can learn from emerging Asian economies. Dr M, as he is known, isn't afraid to mince his words. He says Europe should get back to doing real business - and take austerity on the chin. And India's economy may have opened up over the past twenty years but the BBC's Mumbai correspondent Nidhi Dutt finds that corruption is still endemic.Tue, 07 Feb 2012 10:23:00 +000017:32http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/worldservice/bizdaily/bizdaily_20120207-1023.mp3http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/worldservice/bizdaily/bizdaily_20120207-1023a.mp3BBC World ServiceThe BBC's Jim Reed reports from Athens on the impact of austerity measures on the people of Greece. In the first of Business Daily's Challenges of Work series - Lesley Curwen speaks to a young mum in Pakistan who has discovered the joys of working for herself. And Lucy Kellaway explores the price of being too honest in the office.The BBC's Jim Reed reports from Athens on the impact of austerity measures on the people of Greece. In the first of Business Daily's Challenges of Work series - Lesley Curwen speaks to a young mum in Pakistan who has discovered the joys of working for...The BBC's Jim Reed reports from Athens on the impact of austerity measures on the people of Greece. In the first of Business Daily's Challenges of Work series - Lesley Curwen speaks to a young mum in Pakistan who has discovered the joys of working for herself. And Lucy Kellaway explores the price of being too honest in the office.Mon, 06 Feb 2012 10:25:00 +000017:28http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/worldservice/bizdaily/bizdaily_20120206-1025.mp3http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/worldservice/bizdaily/bizdaily_20120206-1025a.mp3BBC World ServiceIf you face a difficult problem what is the best style of leadership to solve it? Should military discipline be the order of the day - or do effective leaders take a more consensual approach? In The Balance's guests will be drawing on their business experience to share leadership strategies. And with Facebook's 27-year-old founder now worth an estimated twenty eight billion dollars, we'll be asking whether it is possible to do too much too young in business.If you face a difficult problem what is the best style of leadership to solve it? Should military discipline be the order of the day - or do effective leaders take a more consensual approach? In The Balance's guests will be drawing on their business...If you face a difficult problem what is the best style of leadership to solve it? Should military discipline be the order of the day - or do effective leaders take a more consensual approach? In The Balance's guests will be drawing on their business experience to share leadership strategies. And with Facebook's 27-year-old founder now worth an estimated twenty eight billion dollars, we'll be asking whether it is possible to do too much too young in business.Sat, 04 Feb 2012 10:32:00 +000026:28http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/worldservice/bizdaily/bizdaily_20120204-1032.mp3http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/worldservice/bizdaily/bizdaily_20120204-1032a.mp3BBC World ServiceLesley Curwen speaks to the Head of Commodities Research at Goldman Sachs who says China may soon overtake the US as the world's biggest importer of oil. And as Facebook announces its stock market debut - what makes a great entrepreneur? Silicon Valley's Eric Ries believes there is a secret to start-up success - and he talks us through his formula.Lesley Curwen speaks to the Head of Commodities Research at Goldman Sachs who says China may soon overtake the US as the world's biggest importer of oil. And as Facebook announces its stock market debut - what makes a great entrepreneur? Silicon...Lesley Curwen speaks to the Head of Commodities Research at Goldman Sachs who says China may soon overtake the US as the world's biggest importer of oil. And as Facebook announces its stock market debut - what makes a great entrepreneur? Silicon Valley's Eric Ries believes there is a secret to start-up success - and he talks us through his formula.Fri, 03 Feb 2012 10:27:00 +000017:28http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/worldservice/bizdaily/bizdaily_20120203-1027.mp3http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/worldservice/bizdaily/bizdaily_20120203-1027a.mp3BBC World ServiceMore than 5,500 people are estimated to have died in the popular uprising against the Syrian President Bashar al-Assad. As the international community argues over how to end the violence, it may be the economy which finally puts an end to President Assad's regime. We hear from the BBC's Middle East editor, Jeremy Bowen who has just been in Damascus. And how the new star of Russia's opposition Alexei Novalny is trying to win round the business community as he challenges Vladimir Putin. Plus the BBC's Charles Haviland has been investigating measures of wealth and happiness in Sri Lanka.More than 5,500 people are estimated to have died in the popular uprising against the Syrian President Bashar al-Assad. As the international community argues over how to end the violence, it may be the economy which finally puts an end to President...More than 5,500 people are estimated to have died in the popular uprising against the Syrian President Bashar al-Assad. As the international community argues over how to end the violence, it may be the economy which finally puts an end to President Assad's regime. We hear from the BBC's Middle East editor, Jeremy Bowen who has just been in Damascus. And how the new star of Russia's opposition Alexei Novalny is trying to win round the business community as he challenges Vladimir Putin. Plus the BBC's Charles Haviland has been investigating measures of wealth and happiness in Sri Lanka.Thu, 02 Feb 2012 09:53:00 +000017:18http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/worldservice/bizdaily/bizdaily_20120202-0953.mp3http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/worldservice/bizdaily/bizdaily_20120202-0953a.mp3BBC World ServiceLesley Curwen speaks to Charles Elson, head of the Weinberg Centre for Corporate Governance at the University of Delaware about how the US election battle has intensified the controversy over private equity. The BBC's Jamie Robertson looks at the story of one private equity-run company in the UK. Plus the former boss of IKEA, Anders Dahlvig worries about the future for the company after its founder is gone.Lesley Curwen speaks to Charles Elson, head of the Weinberg Centre for Corporate Governance at the University of Delaware about how the US election battle has intensified the controversy over private equity. The BBC's Jamie Robertson looks at the...Lesley Curwen speaks to Charles Elson, head of the Weinberg Centre for Corporate Governance at the University of Delaware about how the US election battle has intensified the controversy over private equity. The BBC's Jamie Robertson looks at the story of one private equity-run company in the UK. Plus the former boss of IKEA, Anders Dahlvig worries about the future for the company after its founder is gone.Wed, 01 Feb 2012 09:44:00 +000017:30http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/worldservice/bizdaily/bizdaily_20120201-0944.mp3http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/worldservice/bizdaily/bizdaily_20120201-0944a.mp3BBC World ServiceLesley Curwen speaks to the founder of a new credit ratings agency - who wants to shake up the industry. The BBC's Andrew Walker gives an update on economic events in Europe. And Dominic Laurie reports on how new-found oil is benefiting the tiny Falkland Islands.Lesley Curwen speaks to the founder of a new credit ratings agency - who wants to shake up the industry. The BBC's Andrew Walker gives an update on economic events in Europe. And Dominic Laurie reports on how new-found oil is benefiting the tiny...Lesley Curwen speaks to the founder of a new credit ratings agency - who wants to shake up the industry. The BBC's Andrew Walker gives an update on economic events in Europe. And Dominic Laurie reports on how new-found oil is benefiting the tiny Falkland Islands.Tue, 31 Jan 2012 10:19:00 +000017:28http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/worldservice/bizdaily/bizdaily_20120131-1019.mp3http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/worldservice/bizdaily/bizdaily_20120131-1019a.mp3BBC World ServiceOne of the world's most famous investors, George Soros, gives his view on the eurozone crisis. Credit derivatives - swaps - collateralised debt obligations....most of us glaze over when we hear these words. Lesley Curwen speaks to Professor Jeffrey Golden who has founded a financial tribunal in the Hague aimed at resolving disputes arising from these complicated transactions. And Lucy Kellaway looks at why the very richest, are often very shy at talking about their wealth.One of the world's most famous investors, George Soros, gives his view on the eurozone crisis. Credit derivatives - swaps - collateralised debt obligations....most of us glaze over when we hear these words. Lesley Curwen speaks to Professor Jeffrey...One of the world's most famous investors, George Soros, gives his view on the eurozone crisis. Credit derivatives - swaps - collateralised debt obligations....most of us glaze over when we hear these words. Lesley Curwen speaks to Professor Jeffrey Golden who has founded a financial tribunal in the Hague aimed at resolving disputes arising from these complicated transactions. And Lucy Kellaway looks at why the very richest, are often very shy at talking about their wealth.Mon, 30 Jan 2012 10:22:00 +000017:27http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/worldservice/bizdaily/bizdaily_20120130-1022.mp3http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/worldservice/bizdaily/bizdaily_20120130-1022a.mp3BBC World ServiceAt the end of the week in which world leaders met at Davos, Justin Rowlatt and guests discuss the future of capitalism.At the end of the week in which world leaders met at Davos, Justin Rowlatt and guests discuss the future of capitalism....At the end of the week in which world leaders met at Davos, Justin Rowlatt and guests discuss the future of capitalism.Sat, 28 Jan 2012 00:59:00 +000026:37http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/worldservice/bizdaily/bizdaily_20120128-0059.mp3http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/worldservice/bizdaily/bizdaily_20120128-0059a.mp3BBC World ServiceTanya Beckett presents Business Daily from the snowy mountains of the World Economic Forum in Davos, Switzerland. She speaks to economist Carmen Reinhard about how European countries can deal with their unprecedented load of debt and get back to healthy growth. And co-hosting the programme from London, Justin Rowlatt speaks to the boss of the Athens Chamber of Commerce, Constantine Michelos, about how austerity is hitting the Greek business community. And all this with Elvis Presley's words ringing in their ears "A little less conversation, a little more action please"!Tanya Beckett presents Business Daily from the snowy mountains of the World Economic Forum in Davos, Switzerland. She speaks to economist Carmen Reinhard about how European countries can deal with their unprecedented load of debt and get back to...Tanya Beckett presents Business Daily from the snowy mountains of the World Economic Forum in Davos, Switzerland. She speaks to economist Carmen Reinhard about how European countries can deal with their unprecedented load of debt and get back to healthy growth. And co-hosting the programme from London, Justin Rowlatt speaks to the boss of the Athens Chamber of Commerce, Constantine Michelos, about how austerity is hitting the Greek business community. And all this with Elvis Presley's words ringing in their ears "A little less conversation, a little more action please"!Fri, 27 Jan 2012 09:33:00 +000017:48http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/worldservice/bizdaily/bizdaily_20120127-0933.mp3http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/worldservice/bizdaily/bizdaily_20120127-0933a.mp3BBC World ServiceJustin Rowlatt speaks to the head of the Nigerian Central Bank, Lamido Sanusi about why the Eurozone crisis really matters. Wading into the controversy over the recent slashing of fuel subsidies in Nigeria, Mr Sanusi believes they should be scrapped - and fast. As Davos conferences are in full swing - Business Daily looks at why the pay of the business elite isn't about money, it's about status. And technology commentator, Jeremy Wagstaff explains why tablet computers are taking over the world.Justin Rowlatt speaks to the head of the Nigerian Central Bank, Lamido Sanusi about why the Eurozone crisis really matters. Wading into the controversy over the recent slashing of fuel subsidies in Nigeria, Mr Sanusi believes they should be scrapped -...Justin Rowlatt speaks to the head of the Nigerian Central Bank, Lamido Sanusi about why the Eurozone crisis really matters. Wading into the controversy over the recent slashing of fuel subsidies in Nigeria, Mr Sanusi believes they should be scrapped - and fast. As Davos conferences are in full swing - Business Daily looks at why the pay of the business elite isn't about money, it's about status. And technology commentator, Jeremy Wagstaff explains why tablet computers are taking over the world.Thu, 26 Jan 2012 10:21:00 +000017:10http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/worldservice/bizdaily/bizdaily_20120126-1021.mp3http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/worldservice/bizdaily/bizdaily_20120126-1021a.mp3BBC World ServiceThe eurozone crisis has the world economy on a knife-edge - that's according to Olivier Blanchard, the Chief Economist of the International Monetary Fund speaking to Justin Rowlatt about their latest global economic forecast. And a year after the revolution in Egypt, the BBC's Katy Watson looks at the stresses and strains of rebuilding the Egyptian economy. Plus as the world's business elite gather in Davos, Tanya Beckett looks at the big themes coming out of the conference.The eurozone crisis has the world economy on a knife-edge - that's according to Olivier Blanchard, the Chief Economist of the International Monetary Fund speaking to Justin Rowlatt about their latest global economic forecast. And a year after the...The eurozone crisis has the world economy on a knife-edge - that's according to Olivier Blanchard, the Chief Economist of the International Monetary Fund speaking to Justin Rowlatt about their latest global economic forecast. And a year after the revolution in Egypt, the BBC's Katy Watson looks at the stresses and strains of rebuilding the Egyptian economy. Plus as the world's business elite gather in Davos, Tanya Beckett looks at the big themes coming out of the conference.Wed, 25 Jan 2012 10:16:00 +000017:30http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/worldservice/bizdaily/bizdaily_20120125-1016.mp3http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/worldservice/bizdaily/bizdaily_20120125-1016a.mp3BBC World ServiceViolence, power cuts, floods, political chaos, inflation....it seems as if there are so many reasons not to invest in Pakistan yet many businesses are doing just that. Justin Rowlatt speaks to Naved Khan, President of the Overseas Investment Chamber of Commerce in Karachi - and the CEO of Pakistan's Faysal Bank. And he meets the woman who went from being a temporary secretary to the board of the company - and made a fortune along the way. Plus, what's the etiquette for using your mobile? Jennifer Pak reports from the Malaysian capital, Kuala Lumpur.Violence, power cuts, floods, political chaos, inflation....it seems as if there are so many reasons not to invest in Pakistan yet many businesses are doing just that. Justin Rowlatt speaks to Naved Khan, President of the Overseas Investment Chamber...Violence, power cuts, floods, political chaos, inflation....it seems as if there are so many reasons not to invest in Pakistan yet many businesses are doing just that. Justin Rowlatt speaks to Naved Khan, President of the Overseas Investment Chamber of Commerce in Karachi - and the CEO of Pakistan's Faysal Bank. And he meets the woman who went from being a temporary secretary to the board of the company - and made a fortune along the way. Plus, what's the etiquette for using your mobile? Jennifer Pak reports from the Malaysian capital, Kuala Lumpur.Tue, 24 Jan 2012 09:36:00 +000017:31http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/worldservice/bizdaily/bizdaily_20120124-0936.mp3http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/worldservice/bizdaily/bizdaily_20120124-0936a.mp3BBC World ServiceDespite what seems like a constant stream of bad news - it's not all doom and gloom in the Eurozone. The BBC's Charlotte Ashton reports from Europe's economic success story - Germany. The BBC's Economics Correspondent Andrew Walker kicks off his new slot, Walker's Wisdom, taking a look at the highlights of the week's European economic events. And Lucy Kellaway on how business jargon is going global.Despite what seems like a constant stream of bad news - it's not all doom and gloom in the Eurozone. The BBC's Charlotte Ashton reports from Europe's economic success story - Germany. The BBC's Economics Correspondent Andrew Walker kicks off his new...Despite what seems like a constant stream of bad news - it's not all doom and gloom in the Eurozone. The BBC's Charlotte Ashton reports from Europe's economic success story - Germany. The BBC's Economics Correspondent Andrew Walker kicks off his new slot, Walker's Wisdom, taking a look at the highlights of the week's European economic events. And Lucy Kellaway on how business jargon is going global.Mon, 23 Jan 2012 09:46:00 +000017:24http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/worldservice/bizdaily/bizdaily_20120123-0946.mp3http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/worldservice/bizdaily/bizdaily_20120123-0946a.mp3BBC World ServiceAre we all becoming more risk-averse, and what does that mean for the global economy?Are we all becoming more risk-averse, and what does that mean for the global economy?...Are we all becoming more risk-averse, and what does that mean for the global economy?Sat, 21 Jan 2012 00:59:00 +000026:28http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/worldservice/bizdaily/bizdaily_20120121-0059.mp3http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/worldservice/bizdaily/bizdaily_20120121-0059b.mp3BBC World ServiceJustin Rowlatt speaks to the editor of Africa Energy, Jon Marks, about the very different reasons why many African countries are in the grip of fuel crises. We hear from people in Malawi who are grappling with a lack of fuel on a day to day basis. And as the Africa Cup of Nations kicks off this weekend, the BBC's business editor Robert Peston explores what football managers can teach the world's chief executives.Justin Rowlatt speaks to the editor of Africa Energy, Jon Marks, about the very different reasons why many African countries are in the grip of fuel crises. We hear from people in Malawi who are grappling with a lack of fuel on a day to day basis. And...Justin Rowlatt speaks to the editor of Africa Energy, Jon Marks, about the very different reasons why many African countries are in the grip of fuel crises. We hear from people in Malawi who are grappling with a lack of fuel on a day to day basis. And as the Africa Cup of Nations kicks off this weekend, the BBC's business editor Robert Peston explores what football managers can teach the world's chief executives.Fri, 20 Jan 2012 10:32:00 +000017:38http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/worldservice/bizdaily/bizdaily_20120120-1032.mp3http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/worldservice/bizdaily/bizdaily_20120120-1032a.mp3BBC World ServiceShould the International Monetary Fund be bankrolling Europe? The organisation's former Chief Economist, Ken Rogoff, talks to Business Daily's Ed Butler. And the BBC's Economics Editor Stephanie Flanders reports from Japan on why the country's "lost decade" could provide lessons for Europe's troubled economies.Should the International Monetary Fund be bankrolling Europe? The organisation's former Chief Economist, Ken Rogoff, talks to Business Daily's Ed Butler. And the BBC's Economics Editor Stephanie Flanders reports from Japan on why the country's "lost...Should the International Monetary Fund be bankrolling Europe? The organisation's former Chief Economist, Ken Rogoff, talks to Business Daily's Ed Butler. And the BBC's Economics Editor Stephanie Flanders reports from Japan on why the country's "lost decade" could provide lessons for Europe's troubled economies.Thu, 19 Jan 2012 10:46:00 +000017:29http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/worldservice/bizdaily/bizdaily_20120119-1046.mp3http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/worldservice/bizdaily/bizdaily_20120119-1046a.mp3BBC World ServiceThe cost of food may be easing off in some parts of the world - but it's still a problem in Kenya. The BBC's Kevin Mwachiro speaks to a mother in Nairobi about how she's coping with rising prices. And Lesley Curwen finds out from the UN's Representative on Food Security just how it is dealing with the problem. Plus, how has Japanese corporate culture been hit by the recent Olympus scandal? Businessman Yuuichiro Nakajima explains why it could act as a positive force for change in the country.The cost of food may be easing off in some parts of the world - but it's still a problem in Kenya. The BBC's Kevin Mwachiro speaks to a mother in Nairobi about how she's coping with rising prices. And Lesley Curwen finds out from the UN's...The cost of food may be easing off in some parts of the world - but it's still a problem in Kenya. The BBC's Kevin Mwachiro speaks to a mother in Nairobi about how she's coping with rising prices. And Lesley Curwen finds out from the UN's Representative on Food Security just how it is dealing with the problem. Plus, how has Japanese corporate culture been hit by the recent Olympus scandal? Businessman Yuuichiro Nakajima explains why it could act as a positive force for change in the country.Wed, 18 Jan 2012 10:49:00 +000017:27http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/worldservice/bizdaily/bizdaily_20120118-1049.mp3http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/worldservice/bizdaily/bizdaily_20120118-1049a.mp3BBC World ServiceThe threat of sanctions against Iran has been pushing up the global oil price. But it has also been having an impact beyond its borders. Katy Watson reports from Dubai on how many Iranian businesses are suffering as a result. And has Google lost its way? Technology commentator Jeremy Wagstaff explores if the company still gives impartial results when it searches the internet for us?The threat of sanctions against Iran has been pushing up the global oil price. But it has also been having an impact beyond its borders. Katy Watson reports from Dubai on how many Iranian businesses are suffering as a result. And has Google lost its...The threat of sanctions against Iran has been pushing up the global oil price. But it has also been having an impact beyond its borders. Katy Watson reports from Dubai on how many Iranian businesses are suffering as a result. And has Google lost its way? Technology commentator Jeremy Wagstaff explores if the company still gives impartial results when it searches the internet for us?Tue, 17 Jan 2012 10:20:00 +000017:23http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/worldservice/bizdaily/bizdaily_20120117-1020.mp3http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/worldservice/bizdaily/bizdaily_20120117-1020a.mp3BBC World ServiceDowngrades and a deadlock in bondholders' talks - how bad has the eurozone crisis got? Lesley Curwen asks Geoff Kendrik, Head of European Foreign Exchange Strategy at Nomura Bank. Public sector workers in countries across the world are seeing cuts in their pay and perks, but not in the oil-rich Gulf. Stephanie Hancock reports from Qatar on the amazing 60% pay rise enjoyed by its public sector workers. Plus, Lucy Kellaway of the FT unveils her annual awards for the most outrageous management jargon. In the category of worst email sign-offs, the top two were 'toodle-pip' and 'smiles!'Downgrades and a deadlock in bondholders' talks - how bad has the eurozone crisis got? Lesley Curwen asks Geoff Kendrik, Head of European Foreign Exchange Strategy at Nomura Bank. Public sector workers in countries across the world are seeing cuts in...Downgrades and a deadlock in bondholders' talks - how bad has the eurozone crisis got? Lesley Curwen asks Geoff Kendrik, Head of European Foreign Exchange Strategy at Nomura Bank. Public sector workers in countries across the world are seeing cuts in their pay and perks, but not in the oil-rich Gulf. Stephanie Hancock reports from Qatar on the amazing 60% pay rise enjoyed by its public sector workers. Plus, Lucy Kellaway of the FT unveils her annual awards for the most outrageous management jargon. In the category of worst email sign-offs, the top two were 'toodle-pip' and 'smiles!'Mon, 16 Jan 2012 10:33:00 +000017:25http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/worldservice/bizdaily/bizdaily_20120116-1033.mp3http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/worldservice/bizdaily/bizdaily_20120116-1033a.mp3BBC World ServiceWhy do people get so angry about high rates of excecutive pay?Why do people get so angry about high rates of excecutive pay?...Why do people get so angry about high rates of excecutive pay?Sat, 14 Jan 2012 00:58:00 +000026:46http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/worldservice/bizdaily/bizdaily_20120114-0058.mp3http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/worldservice/bizdaily/bizdaily_20120114-0058a.mp3BBC World ServiceHungary is going cap in hand to the IMF for a fresh bailout to prevent the country going bankrupt. Justin Rowlatt finds out why its problems are causing so much concern around Europe. And as America is the latest country to announce that it's overhauling its defence strategy and cutting back on spending, we look at how the landscape's changing for the global arms industry.Hungary is going cap in hand to the IMF for a fresh bailout to prevent the country going bankrupt. Justin Rowlatt finds out why its problems are causing so much concern around Europe. And as America is the latest country to announce that it's...Hungary is going cap in hand to the IMF for a fresh bailout to prevent the country going bankrupt. Justin Rowlatt finds out why its problems are causing so much concern around Europe. And as America is the latest country to announce that it's overhauling its defence strategy and cutting back on spending, we look at how the landscape's changing for the global arms industry.Fri, 13 Jan 2012 09:45:00 +000017:28http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/worldservice/bizdaily/bizdaily_20120113-0945.mp3http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/worldservice/bizdaily/bizdaily_20120113-0945a.mp3BBC World ServiceAs the boss of Apple is awarded a $378 million pay packet, Lesley Curwen examines executive pay. Do high salaries make people happy? And why do some of the world's richest want to give it all away?As the boss of Apple is awarded a $378 million pay packet, Lesley Curwen examines executive pay. Do high salaries make people happy? And why do some of the world's richest want to give it all away?...As the boss of Apple is awarded a $378 million pay packet, Lesley Curwen examines executive pay. Do high salaries make people happy? And why do some of the world's richest want to give it all away?Thu, 12 Jan 2012 09:22:00 +000017:28http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/worldservice/bizdaily/bizdaily_20120112-0922.mp3http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/worldservice/bizdaily/bizdaily_20120112-0922a.mp3BBC World ServiceLeaving the eurozone -- what might it really mean? We look at the fall out in the case of fictional country Gritaly. Irwin Collier, Director of the JF Kennedy Institute at the Free University of Berlin examines what happened in the early 90s, when East Germany's weak currency, the ostmark, was replaced by the deutschmark. And the BBC's technology commentator Jeremy Wagstaff reports from the Consumer Electronic Show in Las Vegas on the spread of the smartphone.Leaving the eurozone -- what might it really mean? We look at the fall out in the case of fictional country Gritaly. Irwin Collier, Director of the JF Kennedy Institute at the Free University of Berlin examines what happened in the early 90s, when...Leaving the eurozone -- what might it really mean? We look at the fall out in the case of fictional country Gritaly. Irwin Collier, Director of the JF Kennedy Institute at the Free University of Berlin examines what happened in the early 90s, when East Germany's weak currency, the ostmark, was replaced by the deutschmark. And the BBC's technology commentator Jeremy Wagstaff reports from the Consumer Electronic Show in Las Vegas on the spread of the smartphone.Wed, 11 Jan 2012 11:43:00 +000017:27http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/worldservice/bizdaily/bizdaily_20120111-1143.mp3http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/worldservice/bizdaily/bizdaily_20120111-1143a.mp3BBC World Service