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This week we discussed Conor Mc Gregor petition, Mexico's Mandatory Biometrics, Ai & Ei, Chat GPT5, Healing Herbs, Norway Honest Shops and more Donations https://www.awakeningpodcast.org/support/ #awakening #brainfitness #Mexico About my Co-Host:Arnold Beekes Innovator, certified coach & trainer and generalist. First 20 years in technology and organizational leadership, then 20 years in psychology and personal leadership (all are crucial for innovation).============What we Discussed: 00:15 What the Picture on our Introduction Means01:52 What we will be discussing in this weeks Show03:20 How you can Help the Show04:20 The Show will go out Live on YouTube, Bitchute & Rumble05:09 The Government in the Netherland increasing VAT on Holidays07:14 Everything is an Attack on the family08:00 Conor Mc Gregors Petition to run as a Presidential Candidate11:30 Situation similar to Romania12:28 Japan's Child death emergency from the jabs14:55 Each Country new this was a Scam15:40 Mexico's Mandatory Biometrics18:48 Know Waht Mandatory Means20:10 China Control System21:00 US Employers Slashed 62,000 jobs in July23:20 Work on Your Brain Fitness24:35 Ai & Ei28:00 ChatGPT 5 just released31:00 No Work Life Balance34:50 How Corporations Abuse Staff35:40 Virtual Assistants or Services we offer36:10 Honey Never Expires38:10 Honesty Shops in Norway40:00 Helping People with Leftover Soap43:15 Healing Herbs44:30 Artifical Turf Dangers and Ban46:50 Arnold's own Personal Experience with Artifical Turf49:10 The Benfits of Walking50:50 Do Not Have an Excuse Mindset51:35 Water Electrolyzers Test and Dangers56:30 The Devices are Live and could Electrocute you 58:18 I spread Missing Information59:50 Being Present1:04:00 Tibetan Proverb ====================How to Contact Arnold Beekes: https://braingym.fitness/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/arnoldbeekes/===============Donations ⁠⁠ https://www.awakeningpodcast.org/support/ https://www.podpage.com/speaking-podcast/support/ ⁠⁠------------------All about Roy / Brain Gym & Virtual Assistants athttps://roycoughlan.com/------------------

This week's podcast is presented by Stephen and Michelle. We hear from: · Leigh from Cookham, who is rather worried about Brian;· Ros from South Wales, who is wondering about where the power lies at Home Farm; · Love Jazzer's Singing, who enjoyed everybody coming together to help empty the shop;· Katherine, who has thoughts about housing and shopping in Ambridge; · Michelle from Dorset, who loved the description of the harvest on Thursday;· Marie from Winchester who has had a couple of laugh out loud moments this week; · Vicky, who has a plot prediction about a pre-wedding disaster;· Glyn, who has some views on Ruth and Stella's harvest adventure; · Katherine again, who also had thoughts on Ruth, Stella and the harvest;· And finally Witherspoon, who is not convinced about Ben's job hunting; We also have emails from an anonymous emailer-innerer, from Chris in Indiana and from Vicky. As usual we'll hear a roundup of the Dumteedum Facebook group, this week from Jacqueline on her holidays, and the Tweets of the Week from Theo, plus the Week in Ambridge from Suey. Please call into the show using this link:www.speakpipe.com/dumteedum Or send us a voicenote via WhatsApp on: +44 7770 764 896 (07770 764 896 if in the UK) – Open the WhatsApp app, key in the number and click on the microphone icon. Or email us at dumteedum@mail.com How to leave a review on Apple podcasts: https://support.apple.com/en-gb/guide/podcasts/pod5facd9d70/mac ***** The new Patreon feed for Dumteedum is at www.patreon.com/DumteedumPodcast and the subscription rate is £5.00 per calendar month plus VAT. And don't forget to cancel your existing Patreon subscription if you have one, as we will continue to put the podcast out on that feed through February to give Patreons time to transfer over. ***** Also Sprach Zarathustra licence Creative Commons ► Attribution 3.0 Unported ► CC BY 3.0https://creativecommons.org/licenses/..."You are free to use, remix, transform, and build upon the materialfor any purpose, even commercially. You must give appropriate credit." Conducted byPhilip Milman ► https://pmmusic.pro/ Funded ByLudwig ► / ludwigahgren Schlatt ► / jschlattlive COMPOSED BY / @officialphilman Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Send us a textHigh import fees and complex tax rules make shopping on Amazon expensive in the Philippines. Customs duties, VAT charges, and CIF value calculations often raise costs above the product price, especially for electronics and branded goods. These barriers limit consumer choice, slow innovation, and discourage global brands from expanding into the market.#PhilippinesEconomy #OnlineShoppingPH #ImportFees #EcommercePhilippinesNeed expert advice on handling import fees and cutting costs for online orders? Book a call with experts! https://bit.ly/4jMZtxuWatch these videos on YouTube:Use Brand Analytics to Increase Sales https://hubs.ly/Q03BH19K0Simplify Amazon Listing Compliance https://hubs.ly/Q03BH0H00-----------------------------------------------Download our PPC Guide and start running ads that actually pay off: https://bit.ly/4lF0OYXGrab the Crisis Kit. Better to have it and not need it, than need it and not have it: https://bit.ly/4maWHn0Growing your brand? Book a DTC call and get a real growth plan: https://bit.ly/4kOz6rrTimestamps00:00 - Why Amazon faces challenges in the Philippines00:38 - Import fees higher than product value01:12 - Breaking down VAT and customs duty02:27 - How electronics face higher tax rates03:30 - Price thresholds that trigger import taxes04:18 - The effect on middle-class and high-value purchases06:20 - Barriers to innovation and product access07:50 - Example: scarcity of specific brands locally08:58 - Logistics vs. policy challenges10:08 - Impact on perishable and imported goods11:41 - Long-term outlook for e-commerce in the Philippines----------------------------------------------Follow us:LinkedIn: https://hubs.ly/Q03BH1CC0Instagram: https://hubs.ly/Q03BH1nD0Pinterest: https://hubs.ly/Q03BH0Gb0Twitter: https://hubs.ly/Q03BG_tp0Subscribe to the My Amazon Guy podcast: https://hubs.ly/Q03BH1460Apple Podcast: https://hubs.ly/Q03BH0050Spotify: https://hubs.ly/Q03BG_4m0Support the show

This week JK and Adam discuss the week on Ramsay Street as well as open endings, first date mishaps and tribute jewelleryIf you would like to support the podcast, you could always leave a nice 5-star review on Apple Podcasts or SpotifyOR you can subscribe to our Patreon for just £1 a month (plus VAT) and receive:Early access to the ad free video and audio versions of the podcastExclusive bonus episodesAccess to our Patreon Community Chat Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Adam writes his own version of Neighbours starting from Episode 9276 all the way until the finaleThis Week - The girls head on a road trip, Jane has a realisation and The Rodwell household may never be the same again!If you would like to support the podcast, you could always leave a nice 5-star review on Apple Podcasts or SpotifyOR you can subscribe to our Patreon for just £1 a month (plus VAT) and receive:Early access to the ad free video and audio versions of the podcastExclusive bonus episodesAccess to our Patreon Community Chat Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This week JK and Adam discuss the week on Ramsay Street as well as open endings, first date mishaps and tribute jewelleryIf you would like to support the podcast, you could always leave a nice 5-star review on Apple Podcasts or SpotifyOR you can subscribe to our Patreon for just £1 a month (plus VAT) and receive:Early access to the ad free video and audio versions of the podcastExclusive bonus episodesAccess to our Patreon Community Chat Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Adam writes his own version of Neighbours starting from Episode 9276 all the way until the finaleThis Week - The girls head on a road trip, Jane has a realisation and The Rodwell household may never be the same again!If you would like to support the podcast, you could always leave a nice 5-star review on Apple Podcasts or SpotifyOR you can subscribe to our Patreon for just £1 a month (plus VAT) and receive:Early access to the ad free video and audio versions of the podcastExclusive bonus episodesAccess to our Patreon Community Chat Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Treasury Minister Alex Allinson MHK takes calls and questions on immigration, the Health Levy, Manx Care's overspend, more social housing, abolishing VAT, the Auditor General's role, Private Healthcare, Meat Plant accounts & more. It's Mannin Line with Andy Wint - Thursday 7th August 2025

Another black hole has appeared in the country's coffers, but you can bank on your co-pilots to make sense of the pennies and cents.Allison thinks Starmer's new migrant swap deal with France is nonsense and nothing more than a secret legal route made by Labour under the pretence of benefiting the British tax payer.Whilst Liam says the ongoing cost of Labour's private school VAT increase is crippling families and private schools help the local community as well as the tax payers as they free up spaces in State schools.Stowing away this week is mum of 2 Emma, who shares the experience of an average family hit by Labour's VAT on private schoolsRead Allison: ‘Our complicit elite is to blame for every sexual assault by an illegal migrant' https://www.telegraph.co.uk/politics/2025/08/05/complicit-elite-blame-for-sex-assault-by-illegal-migrants/ |Read more from Allison: https://www.telegraph.co.uk/authors/a/ak-ao/allison-pearson/ |‘Read Liam: Why the OBR is now warning about the "serious...unsustainable" fiscal cost of high immigration'https://liamhalligan.substack.com/p/why-the-obr-is-now-warning-about?r=rm4f5&utm_medium=ios&utm_source=notes-share-action |Read Liam: ‘Trump is wrong to pick a fight with Powell – but is right about interest rates' https://www.telegraph.co.uk/business/2025/08/03/trump-wrong-pick-fight-powell-right-interest-rates/ |Read more from Liam: https://www.telegraph.co.uk/authors/liam-halligan/ |Need help subscribing or reviewing? Learn more about podcasts here:https://www.telegraph.co.uk/radio/podcasts/podcast-can-find-best-ones-listen/ |Email: planetnormal@telegraph.co.uk |For 30 days' free access to The Telegraph: https://www.telegraph.co.uk/normal | Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Virtual private networks are often associated with dodging censorship in far-flung authoritarian states. But now, VPN downloads are surging in Britain — a response to new age-verification rules designed to make the internet safer.Are the measures simply too blunt to be effective? And could the public backlash undermine Labour's ambition to position the UK as a global tech leader? Tom Ough, author of The Anti-Catastrophe League, is joined by technology lawyer Preston Byrne and CapX editor Marc Sidwell to explore the implications.Plus: Lord Kinnock's call to extend VAT to private healthcare. A revenue-raising move for the NHS — or a policy that risks deepening the pressure on a system already struggling to cope?Stay informed with CapX's unmissable daily briefings from the heart of Westminster. Go to capx.co to subscribe. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Since Labour's controversial 20% VAT on private school fees has taken effect, over 50 private schools have closed, with many more at risk. The policy was meant to raise billions to hire new teachers, but The Telegraph's exclusive analysis reveals it may have the opposite effect.In today's episode of The Daily T, Tim Stanley and Cleo Watson speak to Julie Robinson, CEO of the Independent Schools Council, about how schools are shutting their doors, the impact on SEND pupils, and how the wealthiest families are avoiding the tax altogether by paying fees up front.And why is everyone talking about Sydney Sweeney and… her jeans? The White Lotus star is making headlines after a new American Eagle campaign and revelations that she's a registered Republican - and now even President Donald Trump is getting involved. Producers: Georgia Coan and Lilian FawcettSenior Producer: John CadiganPlanning Editor: Venetia RaineyVideo Editor: Will WaltersStudio Director: Meghan SearleExecutive Producer: Louisa Wells Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

SPONSOR: Direct Bullion. Download your free Guide to Gold Pensions Now. (plus get a special bonus).CLICK HERE NOW: https://robmoore.directbullion.com Want to Make, Manage & Multiply More Money? Join Money.School - Rob Moore's exclusive membership platform for entrepreneurs, investors & disruptors serious about building income, assets & financial freedom. Get insider wealth systems used by 7-figure entrepreneurs, weekly drops on cash flow & investing, private WhatsApp groups, and access to exclusive events you can't buy anywhere else. Join here now: https://www.money.school Rob explores why silver could be the future of money despite being its past. He explains how inflation is theft through currency debasement, tracing silver's role from the world's first coin metal to today's industrial use. Rob also covers why billionaires are predicting a market crash and how silver trades at discounts compared to gold while having utility in electronics and batteries. He makes the case for physical precious metals as a hedge against currency devaluation, covering storage strategies, tax implications, and practical investment approaches! KEY TAKEAWAYS • Inflation is theft. Inflation was first created by mixing copper into silver coins, modern inflation continues this debasement, with real inflation potentially double government figures • Silver offers better accessibility than gold. At roughly 1/60th the price of gold, silver provides an entry point for investors with hundreds rather than tens of thousands • Industrial demand drives growth. 50% of silver goes to industry, especially batteries and electronics, positioning it for the electric vehicle market • Physical ownership beats ETFs, holding silver eliminates counterparty risk and provides decentralisation, unlike paper investments controlled by banks • Silver held in companies offers pre tax investment with potential VAT reclaim and no capital gains tax • Unlike property, silver maintains liquidity during market crashes while rising when other assets fall BEST MOMENTS "Inflation is theft. How inflation first started was this was the first metal that was used for coins... they would melt copper in just a few percent into silver." "I have a rule when thinking about inflation for my own life, if the government say it's five, I think it's 10. If the government say it's 10, I think it's 20." "If you borrow a million pounds from the bank, you have the problem. If you borrow a hundred million pounds from the bank, the bank has the problem." "Paper is only worth anything 'cause it's worth nothing... It is only worth something if we trust it. As soon as we don't trust it, we won't use it anymore." VALUABLE RESOURCES https://robmoore.com/ bit.ly/Robsupporter https://robmoore.com/podbooks rob.team ABOUT THE HOST Rob Moore is an author of 9 business books, 5 UK bestsellers, holds 3 world records for public speaking, entrepreneur, property investor, and property educator. Author of the global bestseller “Life Leverage” Host of UK's No.1 business podcast “The Disruptive Entrepreneur” “If you don't risk anything, you risk everything” CONTACT METHOD Rob's official website: https://robmoore.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/robmooreprogressive/?ref=br_rs LinkedIn: https://uk.linkedin.com/in/robmoore1979 This Podcast has been brought to you by Disruptive Media. https://disruptivemedia.co.uk/

Andrzej Domański proponuje wprowadzenie Osobistego Konta Inwestycyjnego. Szwajcaria próbuje uniknąć amerykańskich 39-procentowych ceł. CPK od 2024 r. podpisało umowy na 5 mld zł i ogłosi przetargi na 30 mld zł do końca roku. Prime Label z portfela Innovy przejmuje kolejną drukarnię. Koniec z instrumentalnym wszczynaniem postępowań karno-skarbowych w celu wstrzymania przedawnienia podatkowego. Polski eksportowiec nie traci zerowej stawki VAT na dostawę w UE, jeżeli towar zostanie wywieziony do krajów trzecich.Zasubskrybuj prasówkę na www.businessupdate.pl.Podcast powstał przy pomocy ElevenLabs.

This week's podcast is presented by Jacqueline and Stephen. We hear from: · Witherspoon, who has thoughts on Adam and Alice;· Vicky, who is a bit more sympathetic towards Alice; · Claire from Clapham, who is fed up with "petulant man-babies";· Globe-trotting Richard, who has views on the Borsetshire Land Board meeting; · and finally Alan from Ramsgate, who is supportive of Brad. We also have emails from Chris in Indiana and from loyal listener Purple Pumpkin. As usual we'll hear a roundup of the Dumteedum Facebook group, this week from a familiar voice, and the Tweets of the Week from Theo, plus the Week in Ambridge from Suey. Please call into the show using this link:www.speakpipe.com/dumteedum Or send us a voicenote via WhatsApp on: +44 7770 764 896 (07770 764 896 if in the UK) – Open the WhatsApp app, key in the number and click on the microphone icon. Or email us at dumteedum@mail.com How to leave a review on Apple podcasts: https://support.apple.com/en-gb/guide/podcasts/pod5facd9d70/mac ***** The new Patreon feed for Dumteedum is at www.patreon.com/DumteedumPodcast and the subscription rate is £5.00 per calendar month plus VAT. And don't forget to cancel your existing Patreon subscription if you have one, as we will continue to put the podcast out on that feed through February to give Patreons time to transfer over. ***** Also Sprach Zarathustra licence Creative Commons ► Attribution 3.0 Unported ► CC BY 3.0https://creativecommons.org/licenses/..."You are free to use, remix, transform, and build upon the materialfor any purpose, even commercially. You must give appropriate credit." Conducted byPhilip Milman ► https://pmmusic.pro/ Funded ByLudwig ► / ludwigahgren Schlatt ► / jschlattlive COMPOSED BY / @officialphilman Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

If American socialists were real, they'd love tariffs. They'd be screaming for tariffs, because tariffs are the only way to fund the utopia they claim to want. Tariffs don't chase billionaires who vanish into tax havens, and they don't raid the paychecks of workers. They're collected at the border, unavoidable, clean. You want to sell in the biggest market in the world? You pay. That revenue goes straight to the state. Under Trump, tariffs have already brought in over a hundred billion dollars and could triple that. That's real money, not theoretical “tax the rich” fantasies. Yet the very people who talk loudest about free healthcare, free universities, and social programs refuse to embrace tariffs. Why? Because Trump liked them, and that makes them evil.Critics say tariffs are a tax on consumers. Technically true, but shallow. Tariffs hit imports and the wholesalers profiting off disposable junk. Yes, prices rise, but companies also eat costs. Profit margins shrink, shareholders cry, and the 400% markups on Chinese garbage vanish. Tariffs force corporations to bleed instead of workers. Meanwhile, state revenue swells, funding services. If you care about kids drowning in student debt or clinics closing, you need revenue. Tariffs generate it without touching paychecks. They may make goods cost more, but they make services possible—and that's the trade-off.Socialism is low material, high services. You own less cheap crap, but you gain healthcare, retirement, childcare, and safety nets. You buy one TV and use it to death, one handbag, one camera. That's how Europe works: fewer goods, better services. When I lived in Germany, food was cheap, local, delicious, but electronics and furniture were expensive. Why? Because of tariffs and VAT. Germany protects its markets and funds its programs. Italy, France—same logic. They export value and block cheap washback.My friend Mark Wayne Harrison—yes, with the serial-killer middle name—said something that stuck: you can innovate your way to almost free energy, but you can't innovate your way to more materials. Energy can be hacked and scaled. Materials must be mined and refined, and there's only so much. Earth is the asteroid. Mining space is a fantasy. Materials are finite, and tariffs acknowledge that reality. They slow consumption, make people think twice, and push the market toward quality. They make domestic products competitive and fund the state without chasing ghosts.Mark even joked about building cheap Tyvek houses with infinite HVAC because energy will be free. Great, but where do 9 billion HVAC units come from? The copper, steel, plastics, rare earths? Materials are the bottleneck, not energy. And that's why tariffs matter—they align consumption with what's real.American socialists hate tariffs because they're performative capitalists. They want to want socialism, but not if it touches their portfolios or Amazon carts. They'd rather protect their 401(k)s than fund universal services. They'd rather scream about fairness than use the one policy that could deliver it. Tariffs are the only path to a high-service, low-material society. Energy may be nearly free someday, but materials never will. Tariffs admit that truth. If American socialists were real, they'd love them. But they're not, so they don't.

This week JK and Adam are joined by Ben Jackson AKA Max Ramsay Jr. to discuss the week on Ramsay StreetIf you would like to support the podcast, you could always leave a nice 5-star review on Apple Podcasts or SpotifyOR you can subscribe to our Patreon for just £1 a month (plus VAT) and receive:Early access to the ad free video and audio versions of the podcastExclusive bonus episodesAccess to our Patreon Community Chat Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Adam writes his own version of Neighbours starting from Episode 9276 all the way until the finaleThis Week - A Family Challenge, Byron's struggles and who is going on the girls road trip?If you would like to support the podcast, you could always leave a nice 5-star review on Apple Podcasts or SpotifyOR you can subscribe to our Patreon for just £1 a month (plus VAT) and receive:Early access to the ad free video and audio versions of the podcastExclusive bonus episodesAccess to our Patreon Community Chat Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Profit Versus Turnover You can tell by the length of today's episode that this is a topic I am passionate about! Yes, I can now claim I am a six-figure business owner, across my two businesses I have passed that magic, dare I say made-up, marker of success. I am proud of the growth in my business.  But let me reassure there is a huge difference between turnover and profit and too often these figures are used to mis-sell to people. Promises of formulas to £5K and £10K months, six-figure or multi-six figures business and five figure launches, are not what I am here for. Are the people making these promises talking about how long they've been growing their audiences, how much they have invested in paid ads and how big their team is?  Alongside turnover are they discussing profit, tax and VAT? Maybe. But in many instances people are sold a false promise, that may not be realistic for them based on where they are in their business. Not to mention where they are in terms of a financial energetic set point. I know to earn more, I'll also need to work on my ability to receive more money; action alone is not enough. I have to believe it possible. What's the point of scaling to an arbitrary goal that isn't mine if it means I don't run my business how I want to, if I don't live my truth. The real truth here is – you get to decide. More money in your hands is a good thing, over time you will expand to receive more, but the amount you desire will always be unique to you. I'm here to meet you where you are and expand from here. Work with me further. Hear me weekly on Substack for only £4.40 a month, join here - https://energymindsetmoneyandmore.substack.com/ Business strategist and Mentor for soul led entrepreneurs  https://www.amyjonesmentor.com/ Train with me Yin Restorative, Pregnancy and Postnatal yoga  www.amy-yoga.com 

Sid Squares up to Mayhem in defense of a monster,but ends up feeding it instead.Bren and Melody wear Tuxedos and rub shoulders with the elite of Dolina, while Sid gets a lesson in the ways of devotion. Love the show and what we're doing ? Why not support us over on Patreon, where for as little as 3 euro (+VAT) a month, you can get access to the Backstage Pass, our show, after the show! Higher tiers also get you merch and you get your namecalled out by various NPC's at the end of the show! Check it and all of our things out here!

Unlock the power of Alteryx for tax professionals in this insightful episode of Alter Everything! Join us in an interview with Adrian Steller, Director of Tax Technology at Ryan, to explore how Alteryx revolutionizes tax processes, automates data workflows, and enhances efficiency for tax teams. Discover real-world Alteryx use cases in VAT compliance, transfer pricing, and automation, and learn practical tips for transitioning from Excel to Alteryx. Whether you're a tax analyst, data professional, or business leader, this episode provides actionable insights on leveraging Alteryx for tax data transformation, reporting, and analytics.Panelists: Adrian Steller, Director @ International Tax Technology - LinkedInMegan Bowers, Sr. Content Manager @ Alteryx - @MeganBowers, LinkedInShow notes: Ryan (Company)Ryan Tax Lab (Podcast)Alteryx Community BlogsAlteryx Help Docs Interested in sharing your feedback with the Alter Everything team? Take our feedback survey here!This episode was produced by Megan Bowers, Mike Cusic, and Matt Rotundo. Special thanks to Andy Uttley for the theme music.

Alex Moss and Burton DeWitt are back with a new episode after the World Matchplay! The boys start this week's show by looking back at the World Matchplay and discussing Luke Littler's run to the title - and whether it is the teenager's best major-winning campaign so far - and also James Wade's run to a seventh final at the Winter Gardens. Bradley Brooks (20:14) joins the show after winning his first PDC senior title. 'Bam Bam' sits down with Alex at Darts Corner HQ to reflect on his recent maiden title success on the ProTour, as well as chat about his goals for the rest of 2025 and beyond. Alex and Burton continue their World Matchplay recap by picking out their favourite moments from the tournament, as well as pick out any possible lowlights from a memorable nine days in Blackpool. On a bumper episode of the podcast, you will hear from Lisa Ashton (38:21) who chats to the media after winning the Women's World Matchplay for the first time on Sunday. Plus, Adam Sevada (54:09) calls in to reflect on an impressive 2025 campaign so far in North America, topping the CDC rankings with four titles to his name already this year, as he eyes a debut at the PDC World Darts Championship in December. Join the Darts Strava King group on Strava *** This podcast is brought to you in association with Darts Corner - the number one online darts retailer! Darts Corner offers the widest selection of darts products from over 30 different manufacturers.  Check out Darts Corner here: UK site US site  Check out Condor Darts here: UK site Set up an account and enjoy a flutter on the darts by opening an account on the  kwiff website or via their app (iOS / Android). 18+. Terms and conditions apply. Begambleaware.org – please gamble responsibly. *** Sponsorship available! Want your business advertised on the show? Email weeklydartscast@gmail.com for more details and a free copy of our new sponsor brochure! *** Enjoy our podcast? Make a one-off donation on our new Ko-Fi page here: ko-fi.com/weeklydartscast Support us on Patreon from just $2(+VAT): patreon.com/WeeklyDartscast Thank you to our Patreon members: Phil Moss, Gordon Skinner, Connor Ellis, Dan Hutchinson

This week's podcast is presented by Jacqueline and Stephen. We hear from: · Andrea in beautiful Brittany, who has realised that she is Rosie;· Glyn, who is wondering what will follow our discovery that Chelsea may have bullied Amber at school; · Katherine, who has really enjoyed this week;· Marie from Winchester, who has finally caught up with The Archers and with Dumteedum;· Globe-Trotting Richard, who is interested in the dynamic btween Chelsea and Amber;· And finally Witherspoon who is delighted with the return of Mia; less so with Toby. We also have an email from Chris in Indiana. As usual we hear a roundup of the Dumteedum Facebook group, this week from Vicky, and the Tweets of the Week from Theo, and we start with the Week in Ambridge from Suey. Please call into the show using this link:www.speakpipe.com/dumteedum Or send us a voicenote via WhatsApp on: +44 7770 764 896 (07770 764 896 if in the UK) – Open the WhatsApp app, key in the number and click on the microphone icon. Or email us at dumteedum@mail.com How to leave a review on Apple podcasts: https://support.apple.com/en-gb/guide/podcasts/pod5facd9d70/mac ***** The new Patreon feed for Dumteedum is at www.patreon.com/DumteedumPodcast and the subscription rate is £5.00 per calendar month plus VAT. And don't forget to cancel your existing Patreon subscription if you have one, as we will continue to put the podcast out on that feed through February to give Patreons time to transfer over. ***** Also Sprach Zarathustra licence Creative Commons ► Attribution 3.0 Unported ► CC BY 3.0https://creativecommons.org/licenses/..."You are free to use, remix, transform, and build upon the materialfor any purpose, even commercially. You must give appropriate credit." Conducted byPhilip Milman ► https://pmmusic.pro/ Funded ByLudwig ► / ludwigahgren Schlatt ► / jschlattlive COMPOSED BY / @officialphilman Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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Ellen Coyne and Pat Leahy join Hugh Linehan to look back on the week in politics:· With Independent TD Catherine Connolly and former MEP Mairead McGuinness having declared their candidacy, there will now be at least two names in the race for the Áras. But with no sign yet of a clear candidate for Fianna Fáil or Sinn Féin, are any of the potential names currently being discussed likely to gain party support? · Fianna Fáil's Niall Collins would be 'very uncomfortable' with a one-size-fits-all approach to a blanket VAT cut for the hospitality sector, given that luxury and five-star hotels would benefit from a measure they don't necessarily need. Some Fine Gael Ministers are unhappy with Mr Collins for criticising a policy that would help support entry-level jobs in rural Ireland. · And as the humanitarian crisis deepens in Gaza, urgency around the Occupied Territories Bill increases. The inclusion of services is still the big question given the huge potential knock-on effects for some businesses here. Plus, the panel picks their favourite Irish Times pieces of the week:· A new exhibition exploring the legacy of the Magdalene Laundries, fifty years since the release of Stanley Kubrick's Barry Lyndon, and Joe Canning's take on Tipperary's triumph in the All-Ireland hurling final against Cork. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Cian McCormack reports on differing views within the coalition partners on a Vat cut for hospitality.

Adam writes his own version of Neighbours starting from Episode 9276 all the way until the finaleThis Week - Saskia is playing games, Cara has her Police Graduation and Sadie celebrates her 21st BirthdayIf you would like to support the podcast, you could always leave a nice 5-star review on Apple Podcasts or SpotifyOR you can subscribe to our Patreon for just £1 a month (plus VAT) and receive:Early access to the ad free video and audio versions of the podcastExclusive bonus episodesAccess to our Patreon Community Chat Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This week JK and Adam are joined by Riley Bryant AKA JJ Varga-Murphy to discuss the week on Ramsay Street.Also the very first episode of The Neighbourhood Rewrite (which which will also be available as a separate episode)If you would like to support the podcast, you could always leave a nice 5-star review on Apple Podcasts or SpotifyOR you can subscribe to our Patreon for just £1 a month (plus VAT) and receive:Early access to the ad free video and audio versions of the podcastExclusive bonus episodesAccess to our Patreon Community Chat Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

A Clare restaurateur fears delaying the introduction of a lower VAT rate for the hospitality sector would be too little too late for some businesses. The Government is contemplating pushing out the proposed reinstatement of the 9% VAT rate to June 2026 to create more scope for tax cuts in the Budget. Finance Minister Paschal Donohoe claims the measure will costs around €1 billion to implement. Patrick O'Donoghue of the Monk's Restauraunt in Ballyvaughan insists many businesses can't wait another year.

Irish hoteliers are pushing back against "misleading claims" about the cost of a 9% VAT reduction, arguing the Government's one-billion euro figure is inflated. They also contend any reduction would apply solely to food services, not accommodation, at a significantly lower cost. Paul Gallagher is Chief Executive of the Irish Hotels Federation.

Finance Minister Dr. Cassiel Ato Forson has reaffirmed that the COVID-19 Health Recovery Levy will be abolished, fulfilling a key promise by NDC. During the Mid-Year Budget Review in Parliament on Thursday, July 24, he stated that the levy, introduced during the pandemic to support healthcare, will be removed under a new VAT amendment bill

We love talking about infrastructure in Galway and roads in particular. Even if for the most part it is giving out about inertia and long delays for vital projects. There was a welcome boost right across the board this week in that regard with the announcement of the multi-billion euro revised National Development Plan. While there was debate between Government and opposition as to how much of this was brand new investment. We will however have to wait until budget day to see what specific projects will have made it into the plan. The ring road (with ACP at the moment) should be there, along with other major projects, but can we see new major infrastructure announcements like the Claregalway bypass or a Gluas line for the city? Speaking of the budget, we have been hearing there will be no once off cost of living supports but that does not necessarily mean you can expect much in the line of tax cuts. The best case scenario Summer Economic Statement released by Government says that after taking into account the VAT reduction for hospitality to 9% there will only be half a billion to play with for income tax reductions. Now, should the US impose tariffs for 30% on the EU, it is very uncertain what relief measures Government will have the will, or the purse strings to deliver. The hospitality sector for their part seem to view the statement with suspicion, arguing that certain quarters never wanted to reduce VAT. The situation in Gaza has stayed to the forefront of news internationally, nationally and locally and we saw the horrifying scenes from hospitals in the region with dozens of children dying of starvation and malnutrition. Karol Balfe the CEO of Action Aid told us what the situation is like for volunteers and people on the ground. We also had a great day out in London for our Community Matters series all about the Galway Diaspora in the UK Capital with thanks to Ireland West Airport. Next Friday it is the turn of Westside.

Fiachra Ó Cionnaith reports that the Government is considering whether it should delay introducing a VAT reduction for the hospitality sector until the middle of next year.

A Clare hotelier is accusing the Finance Minister of "spin" regarding the planned reduction of the hospitality VAT rate. Following the publication of the Government's Summer Economic Statement, Minister Paschal Donohoe has claimed the reintroduction of the 9% rate for the sector would cost €1 billion. This, he says, would leave very little left over for other tax cuts. Clare Tourism Advisory Board Chair and Hotel Woodstock co-owner Sean Lally believes it's an "unfair" way to represent the situation.

A prominent and much-loved North Clare business is set to close its physical shop due to what it has described as a seriously challenging environment. Having been in business since 2010, Airmid Natural Irish Skincare has been trading on Ennistymon's Main Street since 2021 but will be reverting to an online only model at the end of September. The family firm will be the latest in a number of Artisan makers to leave the market town in recent months and has pointed to the 23% VAT rate, a dramatic drop in tourist footfall and soaring operating costs. Clare FM's Daragh Dolan has been to Ennistymon to find out more and spoke to the town's newest business, but began by asking Airmid Co-Owner Kevin Lynch about their recent decision.

US President Trump announced trade deals with the Philippines, Indonesia and Japan, with the latter involving a USD 550bln investment in the US and 15% tariffs for Japanese goods.US stocks closed mixed with underperformance in tech, APAC stocks were mostly higher; Nikkei 225 outperformed.Japanese PM Ishiba is likely to announce resignation as early as this month, according to Yomiuri. Other reports suggest August-end. European equity futures indicate a positive cash market open with Euro Stoxx 50 future up 1.2% after the cash market closed with losses of 1.0% on Tuesday.DXY is flat, havens (CHF, JPY) lag G10 peers, antipodeans lead, EUR/USD remains on a 1.17 handle.Looking ahead, highlights include EU Consumer Confidence, US Existing Home Sales, Supply from UK, Germany & US.Earnings from VAT, Lonza, Equinor, Thales, Tesla, Alphabet, ServiceNow, IBM, Chipotle, GE Vernova, Freeport, AT&T, Thermo Fisher Scientific, Lamb Weston, Infosys, Moody's, CME & Hilton.Read the full report covering Equities, Forex, Fixed Income, Commodites and more on Newsquawk

The Government plans to cut hospitality VAT back to 9% for Budget 2026 but economists warn that the billion-euro cost is economically illiterate & reckless vandalism of public finances. To discuss this Dr Barra Roantree, Director of the Masters in Economic Policy, Trinity College Dublin & Adrian Cummins, CEO of Restaurants Association of Ireland.

The Government plans to allocate €1.5 billion for tax cuts in the upcoming October Budget, but €1 billion of that will go toward reducing VAT for restaurants, bars, and cafés from 13.5% to 9%.Finance Minister Paschal Donohoe confirmed the measure aims to support the struggling hospitality sector. However, it leaves just €500 million for all other tax measures.These new plans will significantly be limiting the potential for personal tax cuts at a time when households continue to feel the pressure of the cost-of-living crisis.Joining Andrea to discuss is Deputy General Secretary Responsibility Private Sector, Greg Ennis, as well as business owners and listeners.

Is all well between Ireland and the US?The US Ambassador to Israel has recently suggested that the Irish may have “fallen into a VAT of Guinness”, because of our stance on Israel and Palestine.This is all in the wake of the Occupied Territories Bill, which will be continuing to make its way through the Oireachtas.But, what are relations like? Is this souring things?Niall Stanage is White House Columnist for The Hill, and joins Kieran to discuss.Image: Reuters

This week's podcast is presented by Jacqueline and Stephen. We hear from:· Globetrotting Richard, who has advice for both Kenton and Justin;· Claire from Clapham, who has been impressed by Azra and by Neil; · Michelle from Dorset, who has thoughts about George's idea of a prison wedding;· Witherspoon, who has a lot of thoughts about George and Amber;· Jacquieline in NZ who enjoyed George's conversation with the chaplain and has many other thoughts about Georgie;· And finally Katherine who loves Neil but did not enjoy his actions at the end of this week.We also have an email from Chris in Indiana.As usual we'll hear a roundup of the Dumteedum Facebook group, this week from Michelle, and the Tweets of the Week from Theo, plus the Week in Ambridge from Suey.Please call into the show using this link:www.speakpipe.com/dumteedum Or send us a voicenote via WhatsApp on: +44 7770 764 896 (07770 764 896 if in the UK) – Open the WhatsApp app, key in the number and click on the microphone icon.Or email us at dumteedum@mail.comHow to leave a review on Apple podcasts: https://support.apple.com/en-gb/guide/podcasts/pod5facd9d70/mac*****The new Patreon feed for Dumteedum is at www.patreon.com/DumteedumPodcast and the subscription rate is £5.00 per calendar month plus VAT. And don't forget to cancel your existing Patreon subscription if you have one, as we will continue to put the podcast out on that feed through February to give Patreons time to transfer over.*****Also Sprach Zarathustra licenceCreative Commons ► Attribution 3.0 Unported ► CC BY 3.0https://creativecommons.org/licenses/..."You are free to use, remix, transform, and build upon the materialfor any purpose, even commercially. You must give appropriate credit."Conducted byPhilip Milman ► https://pmmusic.pro/Funded ByLudwig ► / ludwigahgren Schlatt ► / jschlattlive COMPOSED BY / @officialphilman Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode of Brain in a Vat, we welcome back Jessica Flanigan for a discussion on the decriminalization of sex work.Using a decriminalization framework, Flanigan examines the ethics of sex work and the role of state regulation.The conversation explores autonomy, consent, and coercion. It also addresses the stigma surrounding sex work, its possible benefits, and the impact of market dynamics on both workers and clients. Flanigan offers a nuanced perspective on a complex and often controversial topic.Check out our related episode on sex work and prostitution featuring Lori Watson: https://youtu.be/feG24mRCTzo[00:00] Introduction[00:25] Thought Experiment: Don and Melania[06:36] Arguments Against Prostitution[11:57] Market Dynamics and Gendered Preferences[21:18] Regulation and Legal Models[26:13] Advertising and Public Perception[31:55] Comparing Sex Work to Other Professions[34:04] Labor Justice and Sex Work[37:47] Consumer Protection in Sex Work[38:55] Licensing and Certification in Sex Work[45:05] Moral Obligations and Promises in Sex Work[51:01] Contracts and Personal Autonomy[57:45] Changing Attitudes Towards Money and Sex[01:00:47] Conclusion and Final Thoughts

Today's conversation is a solo episode, but it's not a Q&A.It's a special episode reflecting on the biggest lessons and insights from making over £1.7M ex VAT of sales during the last financial year between April 2024 and April 2025.I've worked full time in sales now for over a decade after graduating from University in June 2014. Along the way I've worked in B2B and B2C sales as well as building my personal brand, social media channels, and this wonderful podcast.This episode has 12 of the lessons I've learnt on how to successfully make sales and many of these will be immediately actionable for you to implement whether you run your own business, work in sales role in an organisation, or just know sales matters to your success and you want to work on it.I have many other big lessons, insights and templates I've saved and written into my presentations and trainings I've delivered to individuals and sales teams over the last 18 months as an adhoc sales consultant.However I am now going to offer this far more broadly and am building out the best video content for my sales masterclass. If you want to learn more on how we can work together to improve your sales skills and results then DM me 'SALES MASTERCLASS' on LinkedIn or Instagram.If you want more lessons like this Episode 257 recaps my 13 lessons from £1.1M ex VAT last year.Today's episode is sponsored and supported by Hussle. Hussle is the way to get access to 1000s of UK gyms, pools and spas with one simple membership.If you're an HR professional, wellbeing specialist or small business leader, visit Hussle for companies: ⁠https://bit.ly/4d5SIn7⁠Or if you're an employee, wishing your company would offer this benefit, visit Hussle for employees: ⁠https://bit.ly/3X8b6poConnect with Col:Instagram: ⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/col.cambro/⁠⁠Email List - ⁠⁠https://mailchi.mp/548e38ba5942/colincambro⁠⁠Patreon - https://www.patreon.com/colcampbell

This week JK and Adam discuss the week on Ramsay Street as well really painful moments, safeguarding and shoutingIf you would like to support the podcast, you could always leave a nice 5-star review on Apple Podcasts or SpotifyOR you can subscribe to our Patreon for just £1 a month (plus VAT) and receive:Early access to the ad free video and audio versions of the podcastExclusive bonus episodesAccess to our Patreon Community Chat Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Alex Moss and Burton DeWitt are back with a new episode ahead of the World Matchplay! The boys start this week's show by discussing who should be the favourite to win the World Matchplay title, and if it should be the bookies' pick Luke Littler, before delving into the first-round draw and choosing their favourite session from the opening weekend in Blackpool. Cameron Menzies (15:30) joins the show ahead of making his World Matchplay debut this weekend. The two-time Players Championship title winner stops by to reflect on the last nine months, joining the roll of honour of PDC senior title winners, reaching his first PDC major quarter-final at the Grand Slam of Darts, quitting his job as a plumber and going full-time as a darts professional and much more! Alex and Burton continue their World Matchplay preview by making their predictions for who will lift the Phil Taylor Trophy, and then look ahead to the Women's World Matchplay next week and discuss who could possibly dethrone Beau Greaves. Jermaine Wattimena (1:01:46) calls in ahead of playing in the World Matchplay this weekend. The Dutchman is back at the Winter Gardens for the first time since 2021 and joins the show to reflect on the last few years, falling down the rankings and then his resurgence over the last 12 months, reaching his first major final at the European Championship last year, getting back in the world's top 32 and his continued hunt for a first PDC senior title. Join the Darts Strava King group on Strava *** This podcast is brought to you in association with Darts Corner - the number one online darts retailer! Darts Corner offers the widest selection of darts products from over 30 different manufacturers.  Check out Darts Corner here: UK site US site  Check out Condor Darts here: UK site Set up an account and enjoy a flutter on the darts by opening an account on the  kwiff website or via their app (iOS / Android). 18+. Terms and conditions apply. Begambleaware.org – please gamble responsibly. *** Sponsorship available! Want your business advertised on the show? Email weeklydartscast@gmail.com for more details and a free copy of our new sponsor brochure! *** Enjoy our podcast? Make a one-off donation on our new Ko-Fi page here: ko-fi.com/weeklydartscast Support us on Patreon from just $2(+VAT): patreon.com/WeeklyDartscast Thank you to our Patreon members: Phil Moss, Gordon Skinner, Connor Ellis, Dan Hutchinson

This week's podcast is presented by Jacqueline and Stephen. We hear from:· Andrea in Beautiful Brittany, who has a George of her own;· Witherspoon, who has lots of thoughts about Amber; · Glyn ,who is finding further echoes of the past in Amber;· Katherine, who is fed up with the antics down at The Bull;· Helen, who has answers to my rhetorical questions;· And finally, Claire from Clapham who is still enjoying Dumteedum after almost 10 years of caller-innering;We also have emails from Edna Cloud and from Chris in Indiana.As usual we'll hear a roundup of the Dumteedum Facebook group, this week coming from a mystery voice, and the Tweets of the Week from Theo, plus the Week in Ambridge from Suey.Please call into the show using this link:www.speakpipe.com/dumteedum Or send us a voicenote via WhatsApp on: +44 7770 764 896 (07770 764 896 if in the UK) – Open the WhatsApp app, key in the number and click on the microphone icon.Or email us at dumteedum@mail.comHow to leave a review on Apple podcasts: https://support.apple.com/en-gb/guide/podcasts/pod5facd9d70/mac*****The new Patreon feed for Dumteedum is at www.patreon.com/DumteedumPodcast and the subscription rate is £5.00 per calendar month plus VAT. And don't forget to cancel your existing Patreon subscription if you have one, as we will continue to put the podcast out on that feed through February to give Patreons time to transfer over.*****Also Sprach Zarathustra licenceCreative Commons ► Attribution 3.0 Unported ► CC BY 3.0https://creativecommons.org/licenses/..."You are free to use, remix, transform, and build upon the materialfor any purpose, even commercially. You must give appropriate credit."Conducted byPhilip Milman ► https://pmmusic.pro/Funded ByLudwig ► / ludwigahgren Schlatt ► / jschlattlive COMPOSED BY / @officialphilman Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

What exactly makes us feel disgusted? Is disgust for a person or group ever justified? And is disgust useful, or should we try to eliminate it?Chapters:[00:00] Introduction to Disgust and Cognitive Content[00:11] Paul Rosen's Experiments on Disgust[02:16] Disgust and Its Connection to Animality and Mortality[03:05] Projective Disgust and Social Implications[05:06] Disgust in Legal Theory and Practice[08:00] Personal Anecdotes on Disgust and Social Change[11:18] Disgust Towards Transphobia and Body Malleability[13:24] Disgust in Art and Pornography[22:17] Disgust, Fear, and Contamination[23:13] Overcoming Disgust and Social Progress[29:49] Caste and Disgust in India and America[31:45] Tagore's Critique of Caste and Disgust[35:02] Progress and Challenges in LGBTQ+ Rights[43:07] The Role of Disgust in Political and Social Issues[52:45] Age Discrimination and Societal AttitudesCheck out FeedSpot's list of 90 best philosophy podcasts, where Brain in a Vat is ranked at 15, here: https://podcast.feedspot.com/philosophy_podcasts/

Selling only in the US or Europe? Discover key insights on global e-commerce expansion, including VAT rules, packaging requirements, and strategies for success. ► Instagram: instagram.com/serioussellerspodcast ► Free Amazon Seller Chrome Extension: https://h10.me/extension ► Sign Up For Helium 10: https://h10.me/signup  (Use SSP10 To Save 10% For Life) ► Learn How To Sell on Amazon: https://h10.me/ft ► Watch The Podcasts On YouTube: youtube.com/@Helium10/videos Are you ready to unlock the secrets of international e-commerce success? With Natalia from Avask as our expert guide, you'll gain invaluable insights into the essential considerations for global expansion. Natalia's multicultural upbringing and rich professional background offer a unique lens on the complexities of international market entry. From understanding VAT regulations to the nuances of packaging requirements, our conversation uncovers the pivotal elements that can make or break your cross-border ventures. Our deep dive into global e-commerce tax considerations will give you the knowledge to navigate the European market and beyond. Discover why obtaining a VAT number is crucial and how Amazon's role as a marketplace facilitator can alleviate some tax responsibilities for non-EU sellers. We also shed light on the hurdles European sellers encounter when entering the US market, stressing the significance of mastering regional tax regulations to ensure your business thrives internationally. Finally, we explore promising avenues for expansion beyond the familiar territories of the US and EU. Markets like Australia present unique opportunities with less saturation and favorable tax thresholds. As Natalia reminds us, global expansion isn't just a growth opportunity; it's a smart hedge against market fluctuations. With the right preparation and expert support, expanding your Amazon business across borders doesn't have to be overwhelming. From understanding VAT rules to knowing where (and where not) to store your inventory, success lies in the details. Don't wait for Q4 panic or Prime Day regret to start the process. Lay the groundwork now, so you're ready when the moment comes. And if you're ready for step-by-step guidance, don't miss the Expansion Ticket course inside Freedom Ticket! Available to all Helium 10 users. It's your fast track to global readiness, whether you're scaling from the U.S. to Europe, or vice versa. In episode 682 of the Serious Sellers Podcast, Bradley and Natalia discuss: 00:00 - Global Expansion Strategies for E-Commerce 04:29 - Natalia's Backstory 11:16 - VAT Requirements for Amazon Sellers 13:47 - Global E-Commerce Tax Considerations 15:59 - Understanding State Taxes and VAT  19:56 - European Sellers Expanding to US Market 21:32 - International E-Commerce Expansion Considerations 27:03 - Global Expansion Opportunities in E-Commerce  30:45 - Optimizing E-Commerce Shipping for Profit 33:35 - International E-Commerce Strategies

The public won't forgive and nor will I, said Health Secretary Wes Streeting of plans by junior doctors to strike over his refusal to cave to demands for 29 per cent pay rises. Speaking to the Times he said: ‘There are no grounds for strike action now. Resident doctors have just received the highest pay award across the entire public sector. The Government can't afford to offer more and it wouldn't be fair to other NHS workers either, many of whom are paid less'. Is Wes Streeting right? And who's going to come out on top – the Health Secretary or the junior doctors? Meanwhile, Keir Starmer was very clear at PMQs: stating that ‘yes', he stands by his manifesto commitments not to raise income tax, national insurance or VAT – but he could not answer questions on wealth taxes or a freeze on tax thresholds. Watch this space...Lucy Dunn discusses with Tim Shipman and Isabel Hardman.Produced by Megan McElroy.For more Spectator podcasts, go to spectator.co.uk/podcasts. Contact us: podcast@spectator.co.uk

We're earning more, spending more, and yet we feel worse off. This week, we explore why the vibes feel recessionary even as the data tells a different story. Ireland's tax take is at a record high, €88 billion in total, with €25 billion from income tax, €20 billion from VAT, and €23 billion from corporation tax. Government spending has surged from €60 billion to €100 billion in just a couple of years. Disposable income grew by 5% last year, but inflation hit 7%. Wages are up, but prices have risen more. We dive into how this mismatch plays out in real life. While older homeowners have seen the value of their assets rise and their debt burden shrink, younger people are being creamed, dealing with high rents, high living costs, and little to no ownership. The economy is technically doing well, yet people feel squeezed. If we're working more, consuming more, and the state is taking in more than ever, why do we all feel so broke? Maybe the problem isn't economic, maybe the vibes are telling the truth. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This week's podcast is presented by Jacqueline and Stephen. We hear from:· Katherine, who is worried about Clarrie;· Leigh from Cookham, who has a prediction about Amber; · Jonah, who wonders what Martyn's got;· Kathleen from London, who is enjoying hearing more about goings on among the Borchester Land Board;· and finally Alan from Ramsgate, who doesn't think Amber will stick around for long;We also have an email from Chris in Indiana.As usual we'll hear a roundup of the Dumteedum Facebook group, this week coming from Jacquieline, the Tweets of the Week from Theo, and the Week in Ambridge from Suey.Please call into the show using this link:www.speakpipe.com/dumteedum Or send us a voicenote via WhatsApp on: +44 7770 764 896 (07770 764 896 if in the UK) – Open the WhatsApp app, key in the number and click on the microphone icon.Or email us at dumteedum@mail.comHow to leave a review on Apple podcasts: https://support.apple.com/en-gb/guide/podcasts/pod5facd9d70/mac*****The new Patreon feed for Dumteedum is at www.patreon.com/DumteedumPodcast and the subscription rate is £5.00 per calendar month plus VAT. And don't forget to cancel your existing Patreon subscription if you have one, as we will continue to put the podcast out on that feed through February to give Patreons time to transfer over.*****Also Sprach Zarathustra licenceCreative Commons ► Attribution 3.0 Unported ► CC BY 3.0https://creativecommons.org/licenses/..."You are free to use, remix, transform, and build upon the materialfor any purpose, even commercially. You must give appropriate credit."Conducted byPhilip Milman ► https://pmmusic.pro/Funded ByLudwig ► / ludwigahgren Schlatt ► / jschlattlive COMPOSED BY / @officialphilman Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Our analysts Michael Zezas and Ariana Salvatore discuss the upcoming expiration of reciprocal tariffs and the potential impacts for U.S. trade.Read more insights from Morgan Stanley.----- Transcript -----Michael Zezas: Welcome to Thoughts on the Market. I'm Michael Zezas, global Head of Fixed Income Research and Public Policy Strategy.Ariana Salvatore: And I'm Ariana Salvatore, US Public Policy Strategist.Michael Zezas: Today we're talking about the outlook for US trade policy. It's Wednesday, July 2nd at 10:00 AM in New York.We have a big week ahead as next Wednesday marks the expiration of the 90 day pause on reciprocal tariffs. Ariana, what's the setup?Ariana Salvatore: So this is a really key inflection point. That pause that you mentioned was initiated back on April 9th, and unless it's extended, we could see a reposition of tariffs on several of our major trading partners. Our base case is that the administration, broadly speaking, tries to kick the can down the road, meaning that it extends the pause for most countries, though the reality might be closer to a few countries seeing their rates go up while others announce bilateral framework deals between now and next week.But before we get into the key assumptions underlying our base case. Let's talk about the bigger picture. Michael, what do we think the administration is actually trying to accomplish here?Michael Zezas: So when it comes to defining their objectives, we think multiple things can be true at the same time. So the administration's talked about the virtue of tariffs as a negotiating tactic. They've also floated the idea of a tiered framework for global trading partners. Think of it as a ranking system based on trade deficits, non tariff barriers, VAT levels, and any other characteristics that they think are important for the bilateral trade relationship. A lot of this is similar to the rhetoric we saw ahead of the April 2nd "Liberation Day" tariffs.Ariana Salvatore: Right, and around that time we started hearing about the potential, at least for bilateral trade deals, but have we seen any real progress in that area?Michael Zezas: Not much, at least not publicly, aside from the UK framework agreement. And here's an important detail, three of our four largest trading partners aren't even scoped for higher rates next week. Mexico and Canada were never subject to the reciprocal tariffs. And China's on a separate track with this Geneva framework that doesn't expire until August 12th. So we're not expecting a sweeping overhaul by Wednesday.Ariana Salvatore: Got it. So what are the scenarios that we're watching?Michael Zezas: So there's roughly three that we're looking at and let me break them down here.So our base case is that the administration extends the current pause, citing progress in bilateral talks, and maybe there's a few exceptions along the way in either direction, some higher and some lower. This broadly resets the countdown clock, but keeps the current tariff structure intact: 10% baseline for most trading partners, though some potentially higher if negotiations don't progress in the next week. That outcome would be most in line, we think, with the current messaging coming out of the administration.There's also a more aggressive path if there's no visible progress. For example, the administration could reimpose tariffs with staggered implementation dates. The EU might face a tougher stance due to the complexity of that relationship and Vietnam could see delayed threats as a negotiating tactic. A strong macro backdrop, resilient data for markets that could all give the administration cover to go this route.But there's also a more constructive outcome. The administration can announce regional or bilateral frameworks, not necessarily full trade deals, but enough to remove the near term threat of higher tariffs, reducing uncertainty, though maybe not to pre-2024 levels.Ariana Salvatore: So wide bands of uncertainty, and it sounds like the more constructive outcome is quite similar to our base case, which is what we have in place right now. But translating that more aggressive path into what that means for the economy, we think it would reinforce our house view that the risks here are skewed to the downside.Our economists estimate that tariffs begin to impact inflation about four months after implementation with the growth effects lagging by about eight months. That sets us up for weak but not quite recessionary growth. We're talking 1% GDP on an annual basis in 2025 and 2026, and the tariff passed through to prices and inflation data probably starting in August.Michael Zezas: So bottom line, watch carefully on Wednesday and be vigilant for changes to the status quo on tariff levels. There's a lot of optionality in how this plays out, as trade policy uncertainty in the aggregate is still high. Ariana, thanks for taking the time to talk.Ariana Salvatore: Great speaking with you, Michael.Michael Zezas: And if you enjoy Thoughts on the Market, please leave us a review wherever you listen and share the podcast with a friend or colleague today.