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Georgie Frost

This Is Money: Money for nothing: Is universal basic income a good idea?

Georgie Frost
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This is Money

This Is Money: Money for nothing: Is universal basic income a good idea?
Universal basic income is a controversial idea and not just because it's money for nothing. Paying everyone a set amount every month as a baseline level of income has intrigued economists and central bank geeks for years. Supporters say it has the power to improve physical and mental health and the economy and society, but critics say it's the start of a slippery slope to state dependency and control. A new proposed trial for 30 people in the UK to get £1,600 a month has put the topic back on the agenda. So — is universal basic income a good or bad idea? Georgie Frost, Lee Boyce and Simon Lambert discuss it on this episode. Also — why aren't our energy bills lower if wholesale prices have plummeted? What can you do if you are caught in the mortgage storm? And finally, which UK shares have done best and worst so far this year?

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Motley Fool Money

Motley Fool Money: Apple's $3500 "Snowboard Goggles" (6/6)

Motley Fool Money
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Motley Fool Show

Motley Fool Money: Apple's $3500 "Snowboard Goggles" (6/6)
Some cryptocurrency platforms are finding it hard to allegedly operate an “unlicensed securities exchange in the USA, bro.” Ricky Mulvey and Nick Sciple discuss Apple’s Vision Pro Product, its biggest product launch in a decade, how Apple's hardware strategy differs from Meta, the Vision Pro’s possibilities and limitations, and the SEC’s complaint against Coinbase. Plus, 13 minutes in, Alison Southwick and Robert Brokamp discuss how to plan for a healthier retirement. Companies discussed: AAPL, META, COIN. Article discussed: https://www.wsj.com/articles/apple-vision-pro-i-tried-the-new-mixed-reality-headset-f49a8811 Host - Ricky Mulvey; Guests - Nick Sciple, Robert Brokamp, Alison Southwick
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Nick Sciple, Robert Brokamp, Alison Southwick


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Motley Fool Money

Motley Fool Money: AI Is Not A Person (5/6)

Motley Fool Money
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Motley Fool Show

Motley Fool Money: AI Is Not A Person (5/6)
The Directors Guild’s deal shows just how much the entertainment industry sees AI as a threat. Jason Moser discusses what a potential Directors Guild deal means for entertainment, the challenges facing streamers as they look for more ways to profit from content, and whether or not Apple can take headsets out of their gaming niche. Plus, 17 minutes in, a simple pack of casino playing cards leads Ricky Mulvey and Asit Sharma on an exploration of how old products can become new again. Companies discussed: SNPS, META, AAPL, NFLX,DIS,WBD, PARA. Host - Deidre Woollard; Guests - Jason Moser, Asit Sharma
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Asit Sharma, Jason Moser


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Adam Cox

Modern Mindset: Simon Morris on New Research Revealing the UK's Dwindling Brand Loyalty

Adam Cox
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Modern Mindset

Modern Mindset: Simon Morris on New Research Revealing the UK's Dwindling Brand Loyalty
Adam Cox is joined by Simon Morris, from ServiceNow, for an insightful conversation about a recent survey that unveils a concerning trend: a significant decline in brand loyalty among the majority of Brits. Together, they delve into the reasons behind this phenomenon and explore strategies for companies to balance data security with the delivery of personalised and seamless customer experiences. Simon shares valuable insights into the anticipated evolution of consumer behaviours and expectations, shedding light on how businesses can proactively stay ahead of these changes. https://www.servicenow.com/uk/
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Simon Morris


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Adam Cox

Modern Mindset: Brogan Sommervile on the Great British Pre-Loved Awards

Adam Cox
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Modern Mindset

Modern Mindset: Brogan Sommervile on the Great British Pre-Loved Awards
Adam Cox talks to Brogan Sommerville, a finalist from The Great British Sewing Bee, to delve into Sudocrem's new research findings. The study uncovers an amazing 89% of the British population expressing their fondness for purchasing second-hand goods. Brogan tells us about the Great British Pre-Loved Awards and elucidates the advantages associated with embracing pre-loved purchases. Furthermore, she shares valuable insights on the concept of upcycling, providing practical ideas on how to engage in this creative practice. https://www.sudocrem.co.uk/pre-loved/details
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Brogan Sommerville


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Adam Cox

The Hypnotist: The Hypnotic Egyptian Gods of Weight Loss

Adam Cox
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The Hypnotist

The Hypnotist: The Hypnotic Egyptian Gods of Weight Loss
Adam Cox uses the metaphor of Egyptian Gods to build an empowering and resourceful view of the future in which you can build confidence in tackling challenges such as losing weight as you get older. It's an issue for many people due to the fact that conversion from food to energy tends to drop off with age and stress levels: so it's important to build a compelling version of the future in which you can succeed.

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Simon Rose

The Financial Outlook for Personal Investors: Does oil present an investment opportunity?

Simon Rose
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The Financial Outlook for Personal Investors

The Financial Outlook for Personal Investors: Does oil present an investment opportunity?
Russ Mould of A J Bell, ever the contrarian, finds oil of interest because it is currently viewed so negatively. But he points out that, while supply is not growing, the world is still addicted to the stuff and that if demand keeps growing, it must have an effect on the price. For interested investors, he suggests sticking to the majors, a specialist fund or passive instrument, or a combination without going overboard. He also gives us advice from Benjamin Graham: The best investment returns are reaped by realists who buy from pessimists and sell to optimists.
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Russ Mould


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Simon Rose

The Business of Film: Spider-Man: Across the Spider-Verse, The Boogeyman & Guy Ritchie's The Covenant

Simon Rose
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The Business Of Film

The Business of Film: Spider-Man: Across the Spider-Verse, The Boogeyman & Guy Ritchie's The Covenant
James Cameron-Wilson takes Simon Rose through the UK box office figures, up 68%, with Spider-Man: Across the Spider-Verse taking a whopping £9.1m over its opening weekend. Despite the success of this, the longest animated movie ever, James hated it, praying for it to end within 10 minutes of its 140 minute running time. At #5 is The boogeyman, a clichéd and unscary haunted house horror. To his surprise James found Guy Ritchie's The Covenant on Amazon Prime, a character-driven two-handed war movie, impressive and moving.
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James Cameron-Wilson


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Simon Rose

Gadgets & Gizmos: Apple's AR headset, pedestrians and driverless cars & AI reads the small print for you

Simon Rose
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Gadgets and Gizmos

Gadgets & Gizmos: Apple's AR headset, pedestrians and driverless cars & AI reads the small print for you
Steve Caplin guides Simon Rose through the latest tech developments, majoring on Apple's new AR headset bringing "spatial computing" to the world. But at $3,500, who is going to buy it? He explains the latest features of iOS 17, how driverless cars might let pedestrians know that they have been seen, why AI might read T&Cs on your behalf to check there's nothing fishy in the small print and wonders where the truth lies with a report that an AI drone tried to kill its operator because it didn't like the instructions it was given.
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Steve Caplin


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Simon Rose

The Bigger Picture: AI, the PM in the US, Labour's social care reform plans & the Covid Inquiry

Simon Rose
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The Bigger Picture

The Bigger Picture: AI, the PM in the US, Labour's social care reform plans & the Covid Inquiry
Political commentator Mike Indian looks at the Prime Minister's attempts on his US visit to make the UK the hub of AI regulation, highlighting the dangers of the fast-developing technology if it isn't controlled. He also discusses Labour's plans for social care reform, finding them rather lacking in detail. And, discussing the reluctance of ministers to hand over WhatsApp messages, he explains why it should not be up to the Government to decide what is relevant and why it is imperative we get an interim Covid Inquiry report as soon as possible.
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Mike Indian


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