From inflation to GDP, from the stock exchange to bonds, Tim Harford goes back to basics to explain the terms we hear every day, and what they mean for you. Show more

What is a recession and what causes a recession? Whether something makes you poorer or just makes you worry about becoming poorer, cutting your spending affects others. Show more

What happens when lots of people lose their jobs? And why might your wages be low when when everyone who wants a job, has one? Show more

BBC business journalist Sean Farrington introduces his new BBC Radio 4 series investigating the big ideas that promised so much but ended up as toast, starting with Google Glass. Show more

With the rise of AI and increasingly advanced technology, it’s easy to feel overwhelmed, but this new podcast will explain key concepts and take the sting out of tech buzzwords. Show more

A chatbot called Chat GPT has caused an explosion in interest, uses and fear of artificial intelligence. But what exactly is AI, and is it intelligent? Show more

Artificial ontelligence isn't the 'next big thing', it's already here and is being put to use across society and business. But how is it being used, and for what purpose? Show more

AI can now emulate some types of human work so closely that there's a real concern that it could replace human workers completely. But which jobs are under threat? Show more

What are the threats posed by advanced artificial intelligence, and is there a way we can control it? Show more

What is an algorithm, how does it work, and what is its purpose? How are algorithms used by big tech firms, and are they possible to beat? Show more

Katya Adler and guests explain the context of the conflict, exploring issues and history that will help you get to grips with what’s going on today. Show more

What is Hamas, and what do they want? We take a closer look at the group designated a terrorist organisation by Israel, the UK, the US and many western governments. Show more

Katya Adler and guests explain the history and context of the decades-long conflict. Show more

What role have the USA and Iran played in the region? Where do we stand on the 'two-state solution'? Show more

How do Lebanon, Hezbollah, Egypt and Jordan view Israel and the Palestinians? Katya Adler explains the context of the decades long conflict between Israel and the Palestinians. Show more

How do the parties select their presidential candidates? Show more

What happens on the road and who actually pays for it all? Show more

How important is it for a candidate to "win" the live TV debate? Show more

What can the president do (and not do) when they are in office? Show more

How does election day work? Show more