The Go Radio Business Show with Hunter & Haughey. Scotland’s Business Podcast.

Reeves’ Budget Hints, Cost of Living Crisis & Chemistry Breakthroughs with Professor Lee Cronin

The Go Radio Business Show with Hunter & Haughey. Scotland’s Business Podcast.

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Air Date: November 9th, 2025 Special Guest: Professor Lee Cronin, founder and CEO of Chemify, Hosts: Lord Willie Haughey and Sir Tom Hunter This is a catch-up version of the weekly, Go Radio Business Show, Sundays between 11am-12pm with WYRE (www.trywyre.com) Don’t miss it – PLAY and HIT SUBSCRIBE, and NEVER miss an episode! In this episode of the Go Radio Business Show, Sir Tom Hunter and Lord Willie Haughey dive deep into the UK’s economic landscape, dissecting pre-budget statements, the rising national debt, and the political rhetoric surrounding tax hikes. With sharp insights and candid commentary, they explore the implications for businesses, public services, and the cost-of-living crisis. But the real showstopper? A riveting interview with Professor Lee Cronin, founder and CEO of Chemify, whose journey from dismantling washing machines as a child to pioneering programmable chemistry is nothing short of extraordinary. Lee shares how his Glasgow-based startup is revolutionising drug discovery and manufacturing, with ambitions to become the “Google of chemistry.” Budget Breakdown: Why temporary tax hikes might be palatable - and necessary. Debt & Deficit: UK’s £2.6 trillion debt and its impact on public services. Chemify’s Mission: Discovering the origin of life, curing cancer, and building a global HQ in Glasgow. AI Meets Chemistry: How Chemify’s “chemifarms” are transforming molecule discovery. Skills Crisis & College Funding: The urgent need to invest in trades and education. SME Confidence Dip: 57% of Scottish SMEs expect profit drops—what can be done? Scotland & Independence: A candid discussion on economic viability and the need for “clever thinking.” Join the Conversation What did you think of this episode? Email: [email protected] Follow us @thisisgoradio on Instagram, Facebook, LinkedIn and Tik Tok Watch on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLBoA8NYTpHtff-aHpC2es4NU-DfV7CdEG For more Go Studio Podcasts, head to: https://thisisgo.co.uk/podcasts/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/share/1ATeQD...

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