From the BBC World Service: It’s less than a month until Germany heads to the polls to elect their next chancellor. In the first televised debate, the leading candidates to succeed Angela Merkel and take the reins of Europe’s biggest economy clash over taxes and climate policy.  Plus, we profile the South African group looking to make it easier for women to work in the fishing industry.

Also today: Christopher Low drops in for our discussion about the markets. We also look into how banks can offer a variety of hurdles for adult businesses like the website OnlyFans.

In other news, Apple is going to allow developers to email customers using their apps about alternative payment methods instead of Apple’s commission-based system. This concession is part of a proposed settlement in a class-action lawsuit.

From the BBC World Service: The Chinese government has put what it calls a “chaotic” celebrity culture squarely in its crosshairs. Plus: India lifts its ban on Boeing’s 737 Max jets, and a look at a solar-panel project in the Swiss Alps that could offer a blueprint for more alternative-energy solutions. 

Also, we look into how employers’ adjustments to the pandemic could open up opportunities to reshape the workplace for people with disabilities. Diane Swonk converses with us about the markets.

Also today: Only about 11% of the money allocated to aid renters has gone out. We talk to Karen Petrou about the Fed’s role in addressing economic inequality.

From the BBC World Service: Like many central banks, the Bank of Korea is trying to balance the health challenges of COVID-19 with rising inflation concerns. South Korea is looking to curb household debt and soaring house prices. Plus, in India surging consumer prices, falling wages and a looming unemployment crisis are adding to its pandemic woes. And, Vietnam will send 2,000 soldiers to help contain a coronavirus outbreak in a manufacturing hub which is home to suppliers for Apple and Samsung.

Also today: Susan Schmidt joins us to discuss the markets. The FAA is looking to the safety culture of Boeing after safety inspectors for the aircraft maker complained about pressure from their bosses. Also, people are buying lots of cookware, but how long is the hot streak going to last?

Also today: President Biden signed an executive order halting new oil and gas leasing and drilling permits on federal lands. So, why is the administration about to auction off new leases?