Podcast appearances and mentions of jonathan coates

In this week's episode of Independent Thinking, Bronwen Maddox discusses whether Europe can take up the mantle of the US, and lead the world as an economic and political powerhouse. Can Europe can fill the vacuum caused by America's shifting foreign policy, and in doing so, become more of an economic force? Bronwen explores this topic with three Chatham House experts - Creon Butler, Director of the Global Economy and Finance Programme, Olivia O'Sullivan, Director of the UK in the World Programme, and Nicolai von Ondarza, an Associate Fellow in our Europe Programme. Read our latest: Europe must forge a new role in the global economy China's military build-up indicates it is serious about taking Taiwan Competing visions of international order Presented by Bronwen Maddox. Produced by Jonathan Coates. Executive Producer - John Pollock. 'Independent Thinking' is an Indio Media production for Chatham House. Read the Spring issue of The World Today  Listen to The Climate Briefing podcast

This week on Independent Thinking, three Chatham House experts look at the view from China now that Donald Trump is in charge. Ben Bland speaks to Yu Jie, William Matthews and  David Lubin, about how China is repositioning itself on the world stage, viewing its own security and preparing for a potential trade war.  We'll also explore what the Chinese Communist Party is really thinking, what harm tariffs are doing and what the AI battle could mean for the world. Read our latest: New US attacks on the Houthis will not bring Iran to the negotiating table – but could provoke worse violence The US and Iran are on the road to escalation. Europe can and should create an off-ramp Taking action against corruption in Nigeria Presented by Ben Bland. Produced by Jonathan Coates. Executive Producer - John Pollock. 'Independent Thinking' is an Indio Media production for Chatham House. Read the Spring issue of The World Today  Listen to The Climate Briefing podcast

In this week's episode Haid Haid, Rim Turkmani, and Lina Khatib discuss the recent developments in Syria following the fall of Bashar al-Assad's regime.  We delve into the country's economic struggles, the rise of interim President Ahmed al-Sharaa, the resurgence of sectarian violence, and the challenges facing Syria's path to democracy. It also explores the roles of regional and international players, including Turkey, Israel, and Iran, in shaping Syria's future. Read our latest: Ukraine enters a perilous phase of fighting and talking with no assured end in sight France should join NATO's nuclear sharing arrangements to strengthen European deterrence China's ‘two sessions': What did we learn about the Chinese economy? Presented by Bronwen Maddox. Produced by Jonathan Coates. Executive Producer: John Pollock. 'Independent Thinking' is an Indio Media production for Chatham House. Read the Spring issue of The World Today  Listen to The Climate Briefing podcast

The wingsuit is the ultimate in extreme sports clothing. The aerodynamic outfit allows base jumpers and skydivers to free-fall for longer before opening a parachute.The road to creating it was littered with casualties, but in 1999 skydivers Jari Kuosma and Robert Pecnik developed the first commercial wingsuits.In 2019, Jari told Jonathan Coates how exciting, but also how dangerous they can be.(Photo: Jari in his wingsuit. Credit: BBC)

Yvonne Conolly was made headteacher of Ringcross Primary school in North London in 1969. She had moved to the UK from Jamaica just a few years earlier and quickly worked her way up the teaching profession. She faced racist threats when she first took up the post but refused to allow them to define her relationship with the children she taught. She spoke to Jonathan Coates about her life. Photo: Yvonne Conolly in a classroom. Copyright: Pathe.

The wingsuit is the ultimate in extreme sports clothing. An aerodynamic outfit for BASE jumpers and skydivers it allows them to free-fall for longer before opening a parachute. Skydiver Jari Kuosma developed the first commercial wingsuits and he has been speaking to Jonathan Coates about how exciting, but also how dangerous they can be. Photo: Jari Kuosma. Copyright: BBC

The boys are joined by ex-Swans Michael Howard, John Williams and Jonathan Coates and discuss their careers at the club.....

Balancing profit with purpose is a difficult mission. In this episode Rosie Ginday tells the story of her company, Miss Macaroon – a social enterprise that combines a passion for baking whilst also helping young care leavers and ex-offenders to gain training and employment. She is joined in conversation by Sophi Tranchell, the Managing Director of Divine Chocolate, who offers tips on scaling based on her own trailblazing work as a fair-trade pioneer. Plus we hear from Jonathan Coates – one of NatWest’s Women In Business Specialists – who shares thoughts on how to grow your network. To find out more about how NatWest's specialists can help you, just search 'NatWest Women in Business’. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Upcoming jewellery designer Alice Walsh (Alice Made This) gives her take on why you should consider British manufacturing. Although perceptions are often that is ‘cheaper’ to produce items overseas – Alice talks through the reasons she believes it’s better to keep things local, including the impact on quality, logistics, brand story, and ultimately the end-to-end cost. You can hear Alice’s full story in our previous episode, where she is joined in conversation by Caroline Rush from the British Fashion Council, as well as Jonathan Coates from NatWest’s Women In Business team. For free resources and to find out more about how NatWest's specialists can help you, just search 'NatWest Women in Business’. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

How do you launch a successful jewellery brand? In this episode we hear the story of Alice Walsh (Alice Made This), a mumpreneur juggling young family life whilst running a men's accessories brand - manufacturing with specialist techniques in the UK. As she looks to take the business to the next stage and launch into the women's market, she is joined by Caroline Rush, Chief Executive of the British Fashion Council, to offer tips and advice on building a brand. We also hear from Jonathan Coates - one of NatWest's own Women in Business specialists - who shares thoughts on how exporting can play a key role in terms of growth for small businesses. To find out more about how NatWest's specialists can help you, just search 'NatWest Women in Business'. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

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