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Big Boss Interview is where the most high-profile chief executives and entrepreneurs come to give you their insights and experiences of running the world's biggest and well-known businesses. The series is presented by Sean Farrington, Felicity Hannah and Will Bain, who you'd normally hear presenting the business news on BBC Radio 4's Today programme as well as BBC 5 Live's Wake Up To Money. Each w... more

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Negative perceptions of London’s stock market influenced companies’ decisions about where to list, according to Dame Julia Hoggett, chief executive of the London Stock Exchange. Speaking on Big Boss Interview, she acknowledges that companies had dela... more

Britain is "walking into a second significant energy crisis", the boss of the country's largest electricity generator has warned. Simone Rossi, chief executive of EDF in the UK, told the BBC's Business Editor Simon Jack on the Big Boss Interview that... more

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Recent Guests

Dame Julia Hoggett
Chief Executive of the London Stock Exchange
London Stock Exchange
Episode: London Stock Exchange CEO: Negative Headlines Drove Firms Away
Simone Rossi
Chief Executive, EDF Energy
EDF Energy
Episode: EDF CEO: Another Energy Crisis is Coming
Amanda Blanc
Chief Executive, Aviva
Aviva
Episode: Aviva CEO: We're Building Uninsurable Homes
Steve Hare
Chief Executive of Sage
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Episode: Sage CEO: Don't Build Data Centres in UK
Sir Jim Ratcliffe
CEO of Ineos, wealth creator and investor
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Episode: INEOS CEO: I Have No Confidence in the UK
Ewan Venters
Executive Chair, Paul Smith
Paul Smith
Episode: Paul Smith Exec Chair: Working From Home Doesn't Work
Rene Haas
CEO of Arm Holdings
Arm Holdings
Episode: Arm CEO: AI Will Cure Cancer
Estelle Brachlianoff
CEO of Veolia
Veolia
Episode: Veolia CEO: We Can Help Run Thames Water If Govt Nationalise It
Chris Weston
CEO of Thames Water
Thames Water
Episode: Thames Water CEO: We Welcome Greater Public Control, Not Nationalisation

Hosts

Simon Jack / Will Bain / Sean Farrington / Felicity Hannah
BBC leaders hosting high-level business conversations, with regular guests and co-hosts contributing industry insights.
Will Bain
Host and interview facilitator with deep coverage of business and policy topics.
Sean Farrington
Co-host/host with background in business news and Today programme collaborations.
Felicity Hannah
Co-host with Today programme ties and business interview focus.

Reviews

4.3 out of 5 stars from 276 ratings
  • Great Podcast

    Great podcast with an eclectic mix of senior bosses. Well done Roth a subscription đŸ‘đŸ»

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Thubs..
    United Kingdom7 months ago
  • Interesting Interviewees

    Good mix of bosses, inc some very well known ones. Given enough time to explore range of issues in informative way.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    TonbridgeGuy
    United Kingdom9 months ago
  • Neil Clifford

    Really enjoyed this episode, Neil sounds like the pragmatic CEO I would have enjoyed working with in my

    Corporate days. Furthermore to drop a reference to a Renault GT 5 Turbo and a Yamaha FS1E ‘Fizzie’ made me smile. A true petrolhead 👍

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Ambobambo
    United Kingdom9 months ago
  • The podcast that broadened my mornings

    Sad to see it go. It was always sharp, insightful and surprisingly entertaining for something labelled “business”. Having it drop in the early morning made it my daily companion on the commute — far more useful than the coffee I spilled listening to it.

    What I valued most was the BBC’s knack for bringing in voices from across the globe and political spectrum, which gave me a perspective my native German programmes rarely manage. Without this podcast, I’d never have known that onion prices in In... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    JochenvW
    Germanya year ago
  • The only only way way

    The only first person thing that I matters is to be a a man man who and I his family wife family are all all about

    Apple Podcasts
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    Singaporea year ago

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Fans value global business coverage and actionable leadership insights from CEOs and founders.
Some listeners critique host prep and questioning style, feeling it at times dominates the interview.
Listeners appreciate the strong line-up of senior executives and the depth of policy context.
A number of reviews highlight diverse, global topics and thoughtful analysis when guests are well-prepared.
The show is seen as essential daily business listening by many, though a few criticize sound/production or guest quality variability.

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Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

London Stock Exchange CEO: Negative Headlines Drove Firms Away
Q: Is the budget likely to address stamp duty or other incentives to encourage domestic investment?
Stamp duty is a blunt, hard-to-collect tax, and removing it entirely would be a policy leap. A pragmatic approach is to package targeted reliefs—such as removing stamp duty for investments held in ISAs and eligible pensions, combined with dividend tax credits—to unlock significant domestic capital without exhausting government revenue. This would help reframe investing in the UK as both a moral and financial choice for savers.
London Stock Exchange CEO: Negative Headlines Drove Firms Away
Q: What's the central problem then? If you could solve it in a nutshell, what is going wrong?
The core issue is a systemic under-incentivisation of UK investment: we have the capital and the great companies, but domestic money isn't being channeled into those opportunities as effectively as it could be. The solution is a practical, phased set of policy and regulatory incentives that make investing in UK growth easier and more attractive, while keeping the market competitive with private alternatives.
Aviva CEO: We're Building Uninsurable Homes
Q: What were the key turning points Blanc faced when she joined Aviva and how did she approach turning the business around?
She explains that decisive action was essential: prioritizing core markets, disposing of underperforming units, reducing debt, and focusing on performance to unlock growth opportunities in areas like wealth services and general insurance.
Veolia CEO: We Can Help Run Thames Water If Govt Nationalise It
Q: What is Veolia's view on national ownership versus private operation of water infrastructure?
Veolia believes the private sector can bring innovation and efficiency, but supports government decision on the model. They are willing to operate or manage assets or plants if that is the chosen model, offering expertise and cost-effective solutions.
Thames Water CEO: We Welcome Greater Public Control, Not Nationalisation
Q: What caused Thames Water to reach its current financial state?
Weston points to a combination of historically low bills, fragmented regulation, and the need to fund a large investment program through debt, which together created leverage and resilience issues.

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A sharp, globally focused business interview series that brings senior executives and figureheads from finance, tech, and consumer industries to discuss strategy, governance, and growth in a volatile economy. Episodes frequently tackle regulation, macro headwinds, AI and digital transformation, and the tradeoffs between profitability, investment, and public accountability. A standout trait is the willingness to critique incumbents and explore ambitious turnaround plans, while balancing policy context and long-term industry trends. This mix is likely to appeal to senior professionals, policy-minded listeners, and investors who want practical insights from top leaders alongside broader market commentary.

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1. Dame Julia Hoggett
2. Simone Rossi
3. Amanda Blanc
4. Steve Hare
5. Sir Jim Ratcliffe
6. Ewan Venters
7. Rene Haas
8. Estelle Brachlianoff

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