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Global Trade Deals, Gates’ Billions, Buffett’s Wisdom, + the £6K Startup That Became a £50M Adventure
The Go Radio Business Show with Hunter & Haughey. Scotland’s Business Podcast.
55 minutes 22 seconds
6 months ago
Global Trade Deals, Gates’ Billions, Buffett’s Wisdom, + the £6K Startup That Became a £50M Adventure
Go Radio Business Show
[00:01:12]
Scottish Government & CalMac Ferries
£3.9B allocated to CalMac over 10 years.
Discussion on public vs. commercial service models.
Accountability issues in public sector ferry management.
[00:03:10]
Interest Rate Cuts & Economic Outlook
UK interest rate drops to 4.25%.
ECB hints at further cuts to 2.75%.
Debate on inflation, tariffs, and economic stimulation.
[00:05:00]
UK Growth Indicators & Trade
Optimism around GDP growth and low inflation.
Concerns about unemployment and trade alignment with the US.
[00:06:08]
US-UK Trade Deal & Tariffs
Donald Trump praises UK and Keir Starmer.
Concerns over food imports (e.g., cloned chicken).
Positive developments in steel, cars, and aerospace sectors.
[00:08:12]
Global Business Icons: Gates, Musk & Buffett
Bill Gates pledges $200B to global health by 2045.
Criticism of Elon Musk over aid cuts.
Warren Buffett’s legacy, quotes, and investment philosophy.
[00:18:30]
Corporate Highlights: Next & Scottish Power
Next reports over £1B in profits.
£600M investment in Scottish Power for clean energy transition.
Job losses in oil sector vs. green job opportunities.
[00:20:34]
Scottish Edge & Entrepreneurial Support
£1.2M funding boost for Scottish Edge.
Praise for Deputy First Minister Kate Forbes.
[00:22:02]
Glasgow Chamber of Commerce Update
Stuart Patrick discusses:
Free trade agreements with India and the US.
Glasgow’s role in international trade missions.
£350M investment in Glasgow Airport.
Concerns over rent control and parking fines.
[00:34:28]
Special Guest: Neil Lapping, Macs Adventure
Neil’s journey from South Africa to Scotland.
Founding Macs Adventure with £6,000 in debt.
Growth from 10 to 200+ employees and £50M+ revenue.
Impact of COVID-19 and business resilience.
Importance of customer obsession and mentorship.
Community impact through local tourism and sustainability.
[00:53:11]
Macs Adventure Information
200+ guided and self-guided trips across the UK and Europe.
Focus on immersive, sustainable travel experiences.
[00:54:16]
Next Week’s Teaser: The Singapore Model
Preview of a special episode exploring what Scotland can learn from Singapore’s economic strategy.
Keywords
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The Go Radio Business Show with Hunter & Haughey. Scotland’s Business Podcast.
