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Wake Up to Money

BBC Radio 5 Live
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UK Economy
United Kingdom
Oil Price
Inflation
Strait Of Hormuz
Iran
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Netflix
Donald Trump
Oil Prices
Bank Of England
Oil
United States
Venezuela
Spacex
Hospitality Industry
Apple
Paramount
Business Rates

News and views on business and the world of personal finance. Plus the very latest from the financial markets around the globe

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Latest Episodes

Will Bain hears what the nationalisation of Avanti West Coast will mean for the railways. Elsewhere, with exactly one month until the Budget, Will asks what businesses are hoping for from the Chancellor. And after reports that Manchester City has bee... more

Felicity Hannah takes a look at what a ban on US exports of diesel could mean for the UK. Elsewhere, our expert panel unpacks a week of climbing bond yields, warnings on AI and a significant meeting between Presidents Xi and Trump. And how do you han... more

Sean Farrington breaks down what’s at stake when Presidents Trump and Xi meet. We also explore the rising cost of protein, and take a look of the business of UK wine as the 2026 harvest gets underway.

Sean Farrington explores the potential impacts of an industrial giant's production pause in Hull. And as 100 businesses receive letters from the Government urging them to offer more jobs and work placements to young people, we hear from the skills mi... more

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Sunaina Sinha-Haldea
Global Head of Private Capital Advisory
Raymond James
Episode: Flights and heights
Barney Raghu
Founder
Unit One
Episode: Flights and heights
Massimo Junco
Former Nike Europe leader; Brand strategist
Nike (former)
Episode: Ticking boxes
Tim Ray
Managing Director of Multi-Model Logistics; Vice Chair of the Road Haulage Association
Multi-Model Logistics; Road Haulage Association
Episode: Ticking boxes
Kathleen Burke
Professor Emerita, University College London
UCL
Episode: Ticking boxes
Dan Warne
Founder and CEO of Sessions; former MD of Deliveroo UK & Ireland
Sessions / Deliveroo
Episode: Fashionably Rate
Tina Smith
CEO of Ricoh's International Business
Ricoh
Episode: Taking A Hike
Dana Gillespie
Singer-songwriter and music historian
Independent
Episode: Taking A Hike
Haley McKelvey
Chief AI Officer at Deloitte
Deloitte
Episode: AI on the sly?

Hosts

Will Bain
Host with roles on Wake Up To Money and related BBC business programming.
Felicity Hannah
Host with focus on business news and market context.
Sean Farrington
Host covering morning business news and market analysis.

Reviews

4.3 out of 5 stars from 1.2k ratings
  • More Will please

    I’ve listened to this podcast for nearly 20 years, but I have to say it’s a bit of a struggle these days. My one star rating relates to Will Bain - if he was presenting every day I would give a 5 star rating. Will is professional, measured, balanced and knows his stuff. He gets the best out of his guests to the benefit of the listener and I wish he was on every day.

    The others I’m afraid clearly have their own view of the world and can’t be bothered to hide it any more. Sean now thinks every... more

    Apple Podcasts
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    Grand Albert 789
    United Kingdom2 months ago
  • Always interesting

    Great to have a variety of guests. Helps me understand how the business world works and the real life impacts of decisions made around the world. Presenters always make sure that language is easy to understand and issues are relatable to general public.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    EllieERussell
    United Kingdom7 months ago
  • Used to really enjoy it

    Listened to it every day when Micky was on it - but now so much of the show is political - and not at all balanced. I think the presenters think the Brexit referendum is upcoming and it’s their sole role to stop it. Ten years on it’s tiresome. Rarely get to end of an episode now.

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    Podcastlistener9
    United Kingdom8 months ago
  • Excellent for economic news and analysis.

    Podcast Addict
    5
    Mtl
    8 months ago
  • Always informative

    Long-term listener and nearly always VG coverage of current business and economic happenings. Particular like Will Bain as presenter.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    TonbridgeGuy
    United Kingdom8 months ago

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Listeners praise the show for clear, accessible business coverage and strong guest diversity.
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#34
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#181
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#246
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Q: What are, just explain to us a little bit about the Chancellor and the key priorities of his government?
The Chancellor's key priorities focus on boosting growth and competitiveness after years of stagnation, including reforms in health care, pension, and the labor market, to prepare the economy for demographic challenges and global competition.
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Q: Could private funding have funded this, or is government involvement essential?
While private funding was pursued, government involvement is seen as providing a strategic stake to secure UK resilience and long-term supply chains, especially given geopolitical and market dynamics that elevate the importance of domestic production.
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Q: Why do we need Tungsten and why is British Tungsten important?
Tungsten is a critical mineral with unique properties used across defence, aerospace, electronics and manufacturing, and the Devon deposit represents a secure, local supply which reduces dependency on imports and supports UK industry. The project aims for low-cost production and strategic resilience.
Healey steps into Number 11
Q: What was your immediate reaction to John Healey becoming Chancellor?
A mix of surprise and cautious optimism, with emphasis on stability for markets and the need for pragmatic policy details on spending and revenue.
Do Not Disturb
Q: What are the two primary drivers tying Middle East tensions to global markets according to the expert discussion?
The two primary drivers are the Gulf's energy exports, including discounted Iranian crude, which influence manufacturing costs, and the broader shift to export-oriented growth in China, where tensions can impact demand, pricing, and global supply chains.

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What is Wake Up to Money about and what kind of topics does it cover?

Wake Up to Money delivers daily business news and market context with a UK focus and international links. Episodes typically blend macroeconomic updates, policy debates, and sector-specific deep dives, featuring a rotating mix of business leaders, analysts, and policy insiders. The show is known for translating complex financial topics into accessible insights for professionals, investors, and decision-makers who need current intelligence on growth, inflation, regulation, and corporate strategy. A notable strength is its live-format, guest diversity, and timely coverage of policy shifts, energy costs, and market-moving events, which can help listeners spot opportunities and understand risks across industries.

The program stands out for its... more

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