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3: The CBI Exchange: Beyond the Budget
09 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode - Beyond the Budget - we break down the Autumn Budget and explore whether the Chancellor’s measures truly advance the government’s...
2: The CBI Exchange: Inside the Budget
18 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we take you inside one of the most closely watched moments in the UK political calendar: the Autumn Budget. How is it really put toge...
1: The CBI Exchange: The Budget Briefing
04 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode we focus on the Autumn Budget 2025, and what it means to our members and to the UK economy. Ever wondered what’s really driving dec...
The CBI Exchange podcast trailer
29 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Introducing The CBI Exchange - the inside track on business and politics. Ever wondered what’s really driving decisions on growth, investment, and...
Growth Podcast Ep 4 – Springing on from the Budget
28 Mar 2023
Contributed by Lukas
The Spring Budget was a significant one for business. But there’s no rest in our quest for growth – in this episode we talk green growth and skil...
Growth Podcast Ep 3 – The Budget is coming!
01 Mar 2023
Contributed by Lukas
The upcoming Budget is an important one for growth. But why should businesses care what’s in the Chancellor’s red box on 15 March? Joining us f...
Growth Podcast Ep 2 – Are we stuck in a rut on growth?
30 Jan 2023
Contributed by Lukas
What is holding back the UK economy? What levers do government need to pull to increase growth, and what role can business play? In this episode we...
CBI @10am: Dealing with energy challenges this winter and beyond
13 Jan 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Whilst firms continue to face the ongoing pressures from energy challenges and ask themselves what happens next, the Government is due to announce upd...
Growth Podcast Ep 1 – How do we boost growth in 2023?
13 Dec 2022
Contributed by Lukas
What does the UK need to get the economy growing in 2023? What should be the government priorities for business in the year ahead? How do we d change ...
Grow your business internationally: Trade in services
28 Oct 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Join the CBI’s Chief Economist, Rain Newton-Smith, Jo Twist, CEO, UKIE - The Association for UK Interactive Entertainment, and Jonathan Seebacher, D...
Clusters Think In: Episode 6 - How UK clusters can become internationally competitive
08 Aug 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In the last episode in our 'Clusters Think In' podcast series, Hashi Mohammed, Contributing Editor at Tortoise Media is joined by Michael Anstey, Part...
Clusters Think In: Episode 5 - How strong place leadership can help drive successful clusters
01 Aug 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In the fifth in our 'Clusters Think In' podcast series, Hashi Mohammed, Contributing Editor at Tortoise Media is joined by Kirsty Lloyd Jukes, Head of...
1: Podcast Special: Taking net zero from ambition to reality
28 Jul 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we explore how net zero remains a massive opportunity for growth despite current economic challenges. But is the UK positioning itsel...
CBI @10am: How can firms help tackle the cost-of-living?
21 Jul 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In this week's episode, recorded 20 July 2002, the CBI’s Chief Campaign Director, Syma Cullasy-Aldridge, is joined by David Buttress (Co-Founder of ...
Clusters Think In: Episode 4 - How clusters can help leverage access to finance and drive growth
19 Jul 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In the fourth in our 'Clusters Think In' series, Hashi Mohammed, Contributing Editor at Tortoise Media is joined by Simon Robeson, Managing Partner at...
SME Podcast: Myth-busting digital transformation
18 Jul 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In this session, recorded 14 July 2022, we explore the current external challenges businesses are facing and the importance of businesses preparing fo...
4: Grow your business internationally: Episode 4 - Advanced manufacturing
15 Jul 2022
Contributed by Lukas
The Latin American economy is growing, presenting businesses with an opportunity to take advantage of the enormous potential in these markets. As a re...
CBI @10am: Dealing with recruitment challenges
14 Jul 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In this session, recorded 13 July 2022, the CBI’s Matthew Percival (Programme Director, Skills & Inclusion, Changing Workforce Programme, CBI) i...
CBI @10am: Spotlight on the Devolved Nations
07 Jul 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Firms across the UK are continuing to grapple with the cost-of-living squeeze, rising inflationary pressures and ongoing global supply chain challenge...
SME Podcast: Unlocking growth through global trade
05 Jul 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In this session, recorded 23 June 2022, we explore how increased engagement in international markets through exporting has the potential to create sig...
CBI @10am: Helping your employees through the cost-of-living squeeze
30 Jun 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In the current cost-of-living squeeze being encountered across the UK, firms are becoming increasingly aware of how finances affect mental health and ...
Clusters Think In: Episode 3 - How economic clusters can help drive up innovation collaboration in the UK
27 Jun 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In the third in our 'Clusters Think In' series, Hashi Mohammed, Contributing Editor at Tortoise Media is joined by Ben Law, VP for GoDaddy in UK &...
CBI @10am: What's the latest UK economic outlook?
23 Jun 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In this session, recorded 22 June 2022, the CBI's Lead Economist, Alpesh Paleja, is joined by Peter Arnold (Chief Economist, EY) and Chan Kataria (Gro...
CBI @10am: Is it time to refresh your Employee Value Proposition?
16 Jun 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, recorded 15 June 2022, the CBI’s Head of Employment Policy, Jennifer Beckwith, is joined by Mark Allan (General Manager Business an...
3: Grow your business internationally: Episode 3 - Promoting economic partnerships with international stakeholders
16 Jun 2022
Contributed by Lukas
The Latin American economy is growing, presenting businesses with an opportunity to take advantage of the enormous potential in these markets. As a re...
2: Grow your business internationally: Episode 2 - Sustainable agriculture
10 Jun 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In this second episode in our 'Grow your business internationally' series, we focus on agriculture and sustainability, where there are significant opp...
1: Grow your business internationally: Episode 1 - LATIA Clean Energy
02 Jun 2022
Contributed by Lukas
The Latin American economy is growing, presenting businesses with an opportunity to take advantage of the enormous potential in these markets. As a re...
Clusters Think In: Episode 2 - How economic clusters can help optimise skills and drive growth in the UK
02 Jun 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In the second in our 'Clusters Think In' series, Hashi Mohammed, Contributing Editor at Tortoise Media is joined by the Virgin Media O2 Business’s H...
CBI @10am: How can my business deal with rising energy costs?
27 May 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Amid rising costs of doing business, inflation, and energy price hikes, we know that businesses are looking for cost-cutting measures and ways to boos...
SME Webinar: Cashflow Resilience
24 May 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, recorded 19 May 2022, we look at the current external environment and the key issues impacting SMEs cashflow, including how using fin...
Clusters Think In: Episode 1 - Economic clusters and how they can drive growth
20 May 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In the first in our 'Clusters Think In' series, Hashi Mohammed, Contributing Editor at Tortoise Media is joined by the CBI's Chief Policy Director, Ma...
CBI @10am: How can the UK accelerate regional investment?
19 May 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In this session, recorded 18 May 2022, the CBI’s Chief Policy Director, Matthew Fell, is joined by Chris Sood-Nicholls (Managing Director, Regional ...
CBI @10am: Unpacking local election results and the Queen's speech
12 May 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Local elections and the State Opening of Parliament come this year amidst an unpredictable political environment and cost of living crisis – impacti...
SME Podcast: What SME's need to know about Public Procurement
11 May 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In this session, recorded 21 April 2022, we look at significant potential for Public sector procurement to create business and growth opportunities, h...
CBI @10am: How can businesses power up places?
06 May 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, recorded live on 04 May 2022, the CBI’s Director for Thriving Regions and Nations, Ahmed Goga, is joined by Heidi Mottram OBE (Nort...
CBI @10am: Spring economic briefing for business
28 Apr 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In this session, recorded 27 April 2022, the CBI’s Deputy Chief Economist, Anna Leach, is joined by Mike Hardie from the Office for National Statist...
CBI @10am: How can your business support Ukrainian nationals?
21 Apr 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In this session, recorded 20 April 2022, the CBI’s Chief Policy Director Matthew Fell, and representatives from Eversheds Sutherland and the Sanctua...
CBI @10am: Cyber security - assessing risk and building resilience
13 Apr 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, recorded 13 April 2022, the CBI’s Head of Digital Policy Susannah Odell, and representatives from the National Cyber Security Centr...
CBI @10am: Solving shortages - how can investment in workforce skills help?
07 Apr 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, recorded Wednesday 6 April 2022, the CBI’s Programme Director for Changing Workforce, Matthew Percival was joined by Robert Skae, H...
CBI @10am: Levelling up - a national mission?
31 Mar 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, recorded 30 March 2022, the CBI’s Director of Regions and Clusters, Ahmed Goga was joined by Stephanie Hyde, Chair of the newly est...
CBI @10am: What does the chancellor's statement mean for business?
25 Mar 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, recorded 24 March 2022, we digest and discuss what the chancellor's Spring statement means for business. The CBI's Chief Economist, ...
CBI @10am: Building business resilience across supply chains
17 Mar 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In this session, recorded Wednesday 16 March 2022, the CBI’s Chief Economist Rain Newton-Smith was joined by Mark Wilson (Health, Safety and Environ...
CBI @10am: What does the Ukraine crisis mean for your business?
10 Mar 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, recorded Wednesday 9 March 2022, the CBI’s Deputy Chief Economist Anna Leach is joined by Jason Hungerford (Partner, Mayer Brown LL...
CBI @10am: Geopolitical and economic update
02 Mar 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In this session, recorded Wednesday 02 March 2022, we hear from Rain Newton-Smith (Chief Economist, CBI), Giles Wilkes (Senior Research Fellow, Instit...
SME podcast: Brexit - unpacking supply chain challenges
02 Mar 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In this session, recorded 24 February 2022, we look at Brexit and the current supply chain constraints; insight into the conversations the CBI is havi...
CBI @10am: How can businesses build a healthier nation?
24 Feb 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, recorded 23 February 2022, Jordan Cummins (Programme Director – Health, CBI) was joined by Anna Bartle (Vice President, Corporate A...
CBI @10am: Solving shortages - maximising hybrid working
17 Feb 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In this session, recorded 16 February 2022, Matthew Fell (Chief Policy Director, CBI) is joined by Kate Price (Group HR Director, Wilko) and Mark Catc...
Are we serious about growth?
11 Feb 2022
Contributed by Lukas
The CBI’s number one priority for 2022? Get the government to take economic growth seriously. The long-term health of our public services, busine...
CBI @10am: Solving shortages - can technology help?
10 Feb 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, recorded 09 February 2022, Naomi Weir (Programme Director – Innovation, CBI) is joined by Paul Durkin (Chief Customer and Innovatio...
CBI @10am: Solving shortages - How can D&I help?
26 Jan 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, recorded on 26 January 2022, we discussd: Creative diversity and inclusion strategies firms can use to mitigate recruitment challen...
SME podcast: Sustainability in the shared economy
21 Jan 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, recorded 20 January 2022, we looked at the 'Sustainability in the Sharing Economy' including best practice, how best to navigate the ...
CBI @10am: Unpacking shortages - behind the headlines
19 Jan 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Matthew Fell (Chief UK Policy Director, CBI) is joined by Jennifer Beckwith (Head of Employment Policy, CBI) and Richard Ballantyne (...
CBI @10am: Kicking off a year of action
12 Jan 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, recorded Wednesday 12 January 2022, Tony Danker (Director General, CBI) was joined by Liz Crowhurst (Interim Director – Policy Unit...
Coronavirus decisions: Episode 9
16 Jul 2020
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of The Voice of Business, Amanda fisher, CEO of Amey, shares with us the changes that her business has had to go through during the ...
Coronavirus decisions: Episode 8
02 Jul 2020
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of the Voice of Business, we welcome Denise Collins, HR director of Norbrook Laboratories, to discuss how the business was affected by...
Coronavirus decisions: Episode 7
18 Jun 2020
Contributed by Lukas
In this week’s episode of The Voice Of Business, David Taylor (Editor and partner at tortoise media) and Sabby Gill (Managing Director, UK and Irela...
Coronavirus decisions: Episode 6
11 Jun 2020
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of The Voice of Business, we welcome Amit Kapur, Head of Tata Consultancy Services UK and Ireland, to discuss the decisions they’ve ...
Coronavirus decisions: Episode 5
28 May 2020
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, John Fallon, CEO of Pearson, shares with our host Alexi Mostrous (Tortoise media) his views on the coronavirus pandemic, the changes ...
Coronavirus decisions: Episode 4
21 May 2020
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Alexi Mostrous, Partner and Editor at Tortoise Media, welcomes Robin Mills, Compass Group UK and Ireland Managing Director, to discus...
Coronavirus decisions: Episode 3
14 May 2020
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Katherine Bennett, Senior Vice President of Airbus, shares the challenges that Airbus has been facing since the start of the coronavi...
Coronavirus decisions: Episode 2
07 May 2020
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we welcome Martin Taylor, Deputy CEO of Content Guru, to explore how him and his team have reacted to the changes imposed by the coro...
Coronavirus decisions: Episode 1
30 Apr 2020
Contributed by Lukas
In the first of the CBI’s new podcast series we speak to Antony Sherrif, CEO, Princess Yachts, on the difficult decisions he and his leadership team...