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Introducing Business As Usual! 

The City has been crying out for an accessible, informative, and dare we say funny near-daily podcast to explain all the big happenings in the Square Mile and beyond. 

Well, good news! It's here, and you've found it. Business As Usual, launching in partnership with Okta, is the only morning shot of information you'll need to go about your day as informed as possible. 

Join Matt Kenyon and Martin Kimber Tuesdays, Wednesdays, Thursdays, and Fridays from 6am in your podcast feed. 

Laughs are guaranteed*.

*Refunds available. 

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City Editor Simon Hunt on BP's shareholder rebellion, a boost to Barclays' investment division and a power play at the top of Nationwide.

Meanwhile, are businesses braced for a change of Prime Minister? City AM's Editor-in-Chief, Christian May takes us through the worst week for Keir Starmer's premiership since... last week. 

Plus: Senior Reporter, Maria Ward-Brennan explains why the Big Four are facing big problems.

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In this episode, our City Editor, Simon Hunt talks us through Aston Martin's results, a John Lewis lawsuit and Natwest's annual general meeting which was disrupted by climate protesters. 

We also hear from City AM's news reporter Rosie Harris-Davison on why one US law firm is hopeful its staff return to their desks next week... in the Middle East. 

Plus, Deputy Sports Editor Matt Hardy, speaks to former Tour de France winner Geraint Thomas about the future of Jim Ratcliffe's INEOS cycling team. Watch the whole conversation here: https://youtu.be/WiXuaZIz5cM

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Ahead of some pivotal local elections, the Conservative leader Kemi Badenoch has told City AM she wants an economic revolution, powered by a reinvigoration of the City and tax cuts.

She said it’s time to face up to the issues such as an ageing population and the cost of net zero. 

Also, Stephen Fry files a lawsuit against the organisers of a tech conference after falling off the stage and breaking his leg, pelvis, and ribs. 

Plus: it might be worth checking your old Pokemon card collection... it could be worth a lot more than you thought!

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As the Bank of England's Monetary Policy Committee decides on interest rates, City AM's Chief Reporter, Ali Lyon sets out which way they're likely to go.

Meanwhile, Heathrow is apparently "full" as the UK’s busiest airport issues a  warning over its capacity, and the war in the Middle East sees demand for flight transfers taking off.

Plus: the Americans officially prefer English sparkling wine to champagne. Retail reporter, Felix Armstrong has been speaking to the chief executive of English wine maker, Chapel Down. Full interview here: https://youtu.be/OaAETq8Axmc

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As the country faces a pivotal set of local elections, voters are being forced to vote tactically more than ever. With the Greens breathing down Labour's neck in several London constituencies, City AM's Opinion and Features Editor (and card-carrying Tory), Alys Denby is considering voting Labour. 

Also, as London struggles to stay competitive for AI founders, we speak to one who has recently made the move to California in the hopes of bigger valuations and more appetite for risk. 

Plus: as more and more people buy EVs to swerve increasing fuel costs due to the war in Iran, the government plans a new pay per mile tax scheme. We speak to the trade association calling on the government to stop its 'hostile environment' towards electric car owners.   

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It's polling day! People from all over the country will vote in the local elections today - Simon Hunt brings us the latest on what it means for business and for London. 

Meanwhile, employees at KPMG are up in arms around poor communication about a round of lay-offs. Maria Ward-Brennan has the inside scoop on how hundreds of job cuts are being handled there. 

Plus: we're at the City AM Awards 2026, speaking to the biggest names in business, celebrating the City and the wider private sector. 

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In this episode we explore the OBR's modelling for the worst case scenario, should the Strait of Hormuz remain closed. We also look at the potential fallout for the cost of your mortgage. 

Simon Hunt updates us on HSBC, Vodafone and why the Crown Prince of Saudi Arabia owns a Morrisons in Stockport. 

Plus: have we really reached the £10 pint? Felix Armstrong has crunched the numbers.

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As the vote count for the local elections begins, Christian May talks through the likely impact and the strategies behind each party's campaign. 

Meanwhile Ryanair's CEO, Michael O'Leary and the boss of Wetherspoon's disagree on the pre-9am airport pint. 

Plus: sports execs have relied on media rights for too long and will need to look for cash elsewhere. Sports Editor, Frank Dallares, has the story. 

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With a brand new UK energy giant forged by a merger, and results from Greggs and On The Beach, Simon Hunt breaks down today's top corporate news.

Sir Keir Starmer's premiership is hanging by a thread, and new City AM / Freshwater polling reveals that voters fear what could come next - Sam Norman has all the details. 

And Saskia Koopman gives the lowdown on the AI divide at the heart of government, plus Lime's ride to a listing on the Nasdaq.