Leanna Byrne

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Leanna Byrne is the former host of the "Marketplace Morning Report" Cast One, which is produced by the BBC World Service and kicks off Marketplace's morning programming with the latest in global business news. She has been in the business journalism game for 10 years. She is a skilled reporter and presenter on radio and TV.

Leanna has presented and contributed to high-profile BBC programs like "Wake Up To Money," "Business Matters" and "World Business Report." She has also worked as a business reporter for BBC Radio 5 Live and BBC Radio Ulster.

She cut her teeth in the world of business news as a reporter for the Business Post in Dublin, Ireland — her hometown, if you hadn't already guessed her accent.

Leanna's trivia specialist subject would be the "Real Housewives" franchises.

Latest from Leanna Byrne

Nov 27, 2024
Walmart rethinks DEI
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The nation’s largest retailer joins a growing list of companies that just a few years ago were sowing off their efforts to address racial disparities.
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Nov 27, 2024
EV sales have been hitting records … and speedbumps
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One study found 46% of electric vehicle owners in the U.S. were likely to switch back to combustion engines for their next car. Also: why farmers are working extra jobs.
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Nov 27, 2024
Will Greenland’s airport help tourism take off?
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From the BBC World Service: The Arctic island of Greenland is hoping its new international airport will attract more visitors, and boost its fishing industry.
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Nov 26, 2024
Tariffs on Day One
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Trump says he’d impose 25% tariffs on goods from Mexico and Canada until they do more to stop fentanyl and migrants from crossing the border illegally.
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Nov 26, 2024
New day, new tariffs
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President-elect Trump plans to impose tariffs on goods from China, Mexico and Canada. Plus, how digital currencies are weaving their way into politics.
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Nov 26, 2024
China: ‘No one will win a trade war’
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From the BBC World Service: As President-elect Trump details his tariff plans for Mexico, Canada and China, Beijing warns against escalating trade tensions.
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Nov 25, 2024
Another Trump Cabinet pick
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President-elect Trump has announced Scott Bessent as his choice to lead the Treasury Department. We look more into Bessent’s background and the role he would play as treasury secretary.
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Nov 25, 2024
Trump taps Scott Bessent for treasury secretary
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If confirmed, the billionaire hedge fund manager will have authority in areas ranging from the IRS to economic sanctions. Also on the show, World of Warcraft turns 20.
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Nov 25, 2024
Adani Group: ‘We can handle our debts’
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From the BBC World Service: The company owned by Indian billionaire Gautam Adani says they’re in good shape to handle their debts. And the British government is planning major changes to workers’ rights.
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Nov 22, 2024
The Musk-Ramaswamy commission begins talking government cuts
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The two have outlined their approach to cutting the federal workforce. But it’s not yet clear which programs would be affected. Plus, work from home continues to shape the real estate market.
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