<description>&lt;p&gt;We hear from a man who was once a high-earning, high flyer in the finance industry. But, after he blew the whistle on a major financial scandal, he found himself unemployable and being sued for every cent he owned. Jas Bains tells us his story.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;If you'd like to get in touch with the team, our email address is businessdaily@bbc.co.uk&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Presented and produced by Theo Leggett&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Business Daily is the home of in-depth audio journalism devoted to the world of money and work. From small startup stories to big corporate takeovers, global economic shifts to trends in technology, we look at the key figures, ideas and events shaping business.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Each episode is a 17-minute, daily deep dive into a single topic, featuring expert analysis and the people at the heart of the story.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Recent episodes explore the weight-loss drug revolution, the growth in AI, the cost of living, the economic impact of the war in the Middle East, and why bond markets are so powerful.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;We also feature in-depth interviews with company founders and some of the world's most prominent CEOs. These include Google's Sundar Pichai, Wikipedia founder Jimmy Wales, and the CEO of Canva, Melanie Perkins.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;(Picture: Jas Bains at the height of his career. Credit: Jas Bains)&lt;/p&gt;</description>

After Jas Bains blew the whistle, he found himself unemployable - we hear his story

We hear from a man who was once a high-earning, high flyer in the finance industry. But, after he blew the whistle on a major financial scandal, he found himself unemployable and being sued for every cent he owned. Jas Bains tells us his story.If you'd like to get in touch with the team, our email address is businessdaily@bbc.co.ukPresented and produced by Theo LeggettBusiness Daily is the home of in-depth audio journalism devoted to the world of money and work. From small startup stories to big corporate takeovers, global economic shifts to trends in technology, we look at the key figures, ideas and events shaping business.Each episode is a 17-minute, daily deep dive into a single topic, featuring expert analysis and the people at the heart of the story.Recent episodes explore the weight-loss drug revolution, the growth in AI, the cost of living, the economic impact of the war in the Middle East, and why bond markets are so powerful.We also feature in-depth interviews with company founders and some of the world's most prominent CEOs. These include Google's Sundar Pichai, Wikipedia founder Jimmy Wales, and the CEO of Canva, Melanie Perkins.(Picture: Jas Bains at the height of his career. Credit: Jas Bains)

The whistleblower who exposed a massive tax scam

<description>&lt;p&gt;For nearly 12 months, a raft of import duties - tariffs - have made it much more expensive to ship consumer goods into the United States. They have shaken up global trade and according to the Federal Reserve, significantly raised inflation. But who is really footing the bill for all of them?&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;To get in touch with the team, our email address is businessdaily@bbc.co.uk&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Presenter: Ed Butler
Producers: Rebecca Smyllie and Craig Henderson&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Business Daily is the home of in-depth audio journalism devoted to the world of money and work. From small startup stories to big corporate takeovers, global economic shifts to trends in technology, we look at the key figures, ideas and events shaping business.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Each episode is a 17-minute, daily deep dive into a single topic, featuring expert analysis and the people at the heart of the story.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Recent episodes explore the weight-loss drug revolution, the growth in AI, the cost of living, the economic impact of the war in the Middle East, and why bond markets are so powerful.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;We also feature in-depth interviews with company founders and some of the world's most prominent CEOs. These include Google's Sundar Pichai, Wikipedia founder Jimmy Wales, and the CEO of Canva, Melanie Perkins.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;(Photo: US President Donald Trump delivers remarks on reciprocal tariffs as US Secretary of Commerce Howard Lutnick holds a chart during a Make America Wealthy Again event at the White House, Washington DC, 2 April 2025. Credit: Getty Images)&lt;/p&gt;</description>

Nearly a year on, we explore the impacts of President Trump's sweeping import duties

For nearly 12 months, a raft of import duties - tariffs - have made it much more expensive to ship consumer goods into the United States. They have shaken up global trade and according to the Federal Reserve, significantly raised inflation. But who is really footing the bill for all of them?To get in touch with the team, our email address is businessdaily@bbc.co.ukPresenter: Ed Butler
Producers: Rebecca Smyllie and Craig HendersonBusiness Daily is the home of in-depth audio journalism devoted to the world of money and work. From small startup stories to big corporate takeovers, global economic shifts to trends in technology, we look at the key figures, ideas and events shaping business.Each episode is a 17-minute, daily deep dive into a single topic, featuring expert analysis and the people at the heart of the story.Recent episodes explore the weight-loss drug revolution, the growth in AI, the cost of living, the economic impact of the war in the Middle East, and why bond markets are so powerful.We also feature in-depth interviews with company founders and some of the world's most prominent CEOs. These include Google's Sundar Pichai, Wikipedia founder Jimmy Wales, and the CEO of Canva, Melanie Perkins.(Photo: US President Donald Trump delivers remarks on reciprocal tariffs as US Secretary of Commerce Howard Lutnick holds a chart during a Make America Wealthy Again event at the White House, Washington DC, 2 April 2025. Credit: Getty Images)

After Liberation Day: Who is footing the tariffs bill?

<description>&lt;p&gt;We meet the founder of Hero Cosmetics, the brand behind Mighty Patch, a skin patch that's designed to improve the appearance of acne. Patches like these have become increasingly mainstream. &lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;We hear how Ju Rhyu went from being jobless during two recessions to creating a global, best-selling product. And we learn why she prefers being an employee now, rather than the boss. &lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;If you'd like to get in touch with the team, our email address is businessdaily@bbc.co.uk&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Presenter: Leanna Byrne
Producer: Niamh McDermott&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Business Daily is the home of in-depth audio journalism devoted to the world of money and work. From small startup stories to big corporate takeovers, global economic shifts to trends in technology, we look at the key figures, ideas and events shaping business.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Each episode is a 17-minute, daily deep dive into a single topic, featuring expert analysis and the people at the heart of the story.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Recent episodes explore the weight-loss drug revolution, the growth in AI, the cost of living, the economic impact of the war in the Middle East, and why bond markets are so powerful.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;We also feature in-depth interviews with company founders and some of the world's most prominent CEOs. These include Google's Sundar Pichai, Wikipedia founder Jimmy Wales, and the CEO of Canva, Melanie Perkins.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;(Picture: Ju Rhyu, founder of Hero Cosmetics. Credit: Ju Rhyu)&lt;/p&gt;</description>

We meet the founder of skincare brand Hero Cosmetics

We meet the founder of Hero Cosmetics, the brand behind Mighty Patch, a skin patch that's designed to improve the appearance of acne. Patches like these have become increasingly mainstream. We hear how Ju Rhyu went from being jobless during two recessions to creating a global, best-selling product. And we learn why she prefers being an employee now, rather than the boss. If you'd like to get in touch with the team, our email address is businessdaily@bbc.co.ukPresenter: Leanna Byrne
Producer: Niamh McDermottBusiness Daily is the home of in-depth audio journalism devoted to the world of money and work. From small startup stories to big corporate takeovers, global economic shifts to trends in technology, we look at the key figures, ideas and events shaping business.Each episode is a 17-minute, daily deep dive into a single topic, featuring expert analysis and the people at the heart of the story.Recent episodes explore the weight-loss drug revolution, the growth in AI, the cost of living, the economic impact of the war in the Middle East, and why bond markets are so powerful.We also feature in-depth interviews with company founders and some of the world's most prominent CEOs. These include Google's Sundar Pichai, Wikipedia founder Jimmy Wales, and the CEO of Canva, Melanie Perkins.(Picture: Ju Rhyu, founder of Hero Cosmetics. Credit: Ju Rhyu)

Mighty Patch founder Ju Rhyu

<description>&lt;p&gt;With a state of emergency in the Philippines and a series of four-day working weeks and fuel rationing across many countries, the global energy crisis caused by the war in Iran is wreaking havoc on Asia's economies.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;We look at why the continent seems so exposed, and what governments and businesses are doing in response, with some extreme steps being taken including four-day weeks and the ditching of office attire.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;If you'd like to get in touch with the team, our email address is businessdaily@bbc.co.uk&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Presenter: Will Bain
Producers: Rebecca Smyllie and Josh Martin
Additional production: Tran Vo in Bangkok
Sound mix: Toby James&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Business Daily is the home of in-depth audio journalism devoted to the world of money and work. From small startup stories to big corporate takeovers, global economic shifts to trends in technology, we look at the key figures, ideas and events shaping business.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Each episode is a 17-minute, daily deep dive into a single topic, featuring expert analysis and the people at the heart of the story.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Recent episodes explore the weight-loss drug revolution, the growth in AI, the cost of living, the economic impact of the war in the Middle East, and why bond markets are so powerful.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;We also feature in-depth interviews with company founders and some of the world's most prominent CEOs. These include Google's Sundar Pichai, Wikipedia founder Jimmy Wales, and the CEO of Canva, Melanie Perkins.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;(Picture: Employees of the Metropolitan Manila Development Authority (MMDA) queue at lobby elevators at office headquarters in Pasig City, Metro Manila, Philippines. Following a directive from Philippine President Ferdinand Marcos Jr., government offices began implementing an interim four-day on-site working week scheme as part of energy conservation efforts. Credit: EPA/Shutterstock)&lt;/p&gt;</description>

How the war in Iran is pushing Asian economies to take extreme measures

With a state of emergency in the Philippines and a series of four-day working weeks and fuel rationing across many countries, the global energy crisis caused by the war in Iran is wreaking havoc on Asia's economies.We look at why the continent seems so exposed, and what governments and businesses are doing in response, with some extreme steps being taken including four-day weeks and the ditching of office attire.If you'd like to get in touch with the team, our email address is businessdaily@bbc.co.ukPresenter: Will Bain
Producers: Rebecca Smyllie and Josh Martin
Additional production: Tran Vo in Bangkok
Sound mix: Toby JamesBusiness Daily is the home of in-depth audio journalism devoted to the world of money and work. From small startup stories to big corporate takeovers, global economic shifts to trends in technology, we look at the key figures, ideas and events shaping business.Each episode is a 17-minute, daily deep dive into a single topic, featuring expert analysis and the people at the heart of the story.Recent episodes explore the weight-loss drug revolution, the growth in AI, the cost of living, the economic impact of the war in the Middle East, and why bond markets are so powerful.We also feature in-depth interviews with company founders and some of the world's most prominent CEOs. These include Google's Sundar Pichai, Wikipedia founder Jimmy Wales, and the CEO of Canva, Melanie Perkins.(Picture: Employees of the Metropolitan Manila Development Authority (MMDA) queue at lobby elevators at office headquarters in Pasig City, Metro Manila, Philippines. Following a directive from Philippine President Ferdinand Marcos Jr., government offices began implementing an interim four-day on-site working week scheme as part of energy conservation efforts. Credit: EPA/Shutterstock)

No suits, four-day weeks: Asia's energy crunch

<description>&lt;p&gt;Last year, around 4000 federal officers were deployed in Minneapolis in a major immigration crackdown.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Local firms say the resulting upheaval and protests didn’t just disrupt local people’s lives, they also damaged the economy. But has the anti-immigration drive had a similar impact across the US?&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;If you'd like to get in touch with the team, our email address is businessdaily@bbc.co.uk&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Presenter: Ed Butler
Producer: Josh Martin&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Business Daily is the home of in-depth audio journalism devoted to the world of money and work. From small startup stories to big corporate takeovers, global economic shifts to trends in technology, we look at the key figures, ideas and events shaping business.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Each episode is a 17-minute, daily deep dive into a single topic, featuring expert analysis and the people at the heart of the story.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Recent episodes explore the weight-loss drug revolution, the growth in AI, the cost of living, the economic impact of the war in the Middle East, and why bond markets are so powerful.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;We also feature in-depth interviews with company founders and some of the world's most prominent CEOs. These include Google's Sundar Pichai, Wikipedia founder Jimmy Wales, and the CEO of Canva, Melanie Perkins.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;(Picture: Masked federal agents wearing a Police ICE jacket, stand in a hallway at the New York Federal Plaza Immigration Court inside the Jacob K. Javitz Federal Building in New York on the 17th of March 2026. Credit: Getty Images)&lt;/p&gt;</description>

We look at how President Trump's crackdown on immigration is registering nationally

Last year, around 4000 federal officers were deployed in Minneapolis in a major immigration crackdown.Local firms say the resulting upheaval and protests didn’t just disrupt local people’s lives, they also damaged the economy. But has the anti-immigration drive had a similar impact across the US?If you'd like to get in touch with the team, our email address is businessdaily@bbc.co.ukPresenter: Ed Butler
Producer: Josh MartinBusiness Daily is the home of in-depth audio journalism devoted to the world of money and work. From small startup stories to big corporate takeovers, global economic shifts to trends in technology, we look at the key figures, ideas and events shaping business.Each episode is a 17-minute, daily deep dive into a single topic, featuring expert analysis and the people at the heart of the story.Recent episodes explore the weight-loss drug revolution, the growth in AI, the cost of living, the economic impact of the war in the Middle East, and why bond markets are so powerful.We also feature in-depth interviews with company founders and some of the world's most prominent CEOs. These include Google's Sundar Pichai, Wikipedia founder Jimmy Wales, and the CEO of Canva, Melanie Perkins.(Picture: Masked federal agents wearing a Police ICE jacket, stand in a hallway at the New York Federal Plaza Immigration Court inside the Jacob K. Javitz Federal Building in New York on the 17th of March 2026. Credit: Getty Images)

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