Victoria Craig

Victoria Craig is the former host of Marketplace Morning Report’s global edition produced by the BBC World Service in London. She graduated from the University of Missouri (go Tigers!) with a degree in broadcast journalism. Before moving to the U.K. in 2017, she covered Wall Street, reporting for five years on U.S. stocks and the economy from New York City. When she’s not in front of the microphone, you can find Victoria baking or curling up with a good book at home, hiking in the English countryside, or travelling through her new European playground.

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Feb 21, 2019
The ugly side of Fashion Week
From the BBC World Service… Trade unions in Spain have called for a general strike in the northeastern region of Catalonia. Less than a week after the prime minister announced a snap election, we’ll explain what’s behind the protests. Then, Facebook remains under fire for facilitating the spread of fake news. The British culture minister is travelling to Silicon Valley to seek answers from boss Mark Zuckerberg. Plus, as Fashion Week moves from London to Milan, we’ll explore why many models are drowning in debt. Today’s show is sponsored by Sales Genie, WellFrame and Indeed.
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Feb 20, 2019
The rent is too darn high in China, too
We have some new economic data that was stalled by the government shutdown. The world’s largest mining company has promised to do its part on climate change by capping coal output. The rent is too darn high in China, too. Plus, with only weeks until the Brexit deadline, the U.K.’s trade deals with Japan and South Korea seem far from finalized. Today’s show is sponsored by the United States Postal Service, the University of Florida Warrington College of Business and Indeed.
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Feb 20, 2019
Someone is tracking e-scooter injuries, and it’s getting ugly
Negotiators get ready for the next round of talks on China-U.S. tariffs ahead of the March 1 deadline. Procter & Gamble says it will expand its “Uber for laundry” service. Plus, people are starting to track e-scooter injuries, and it might be enough to keep you off one. Today’s show is sponsored by the United States Postal Service, the University of Florida Warrington College of Business and Indeed.
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Feb 20, 2019
UK competition watchdog deals blow to retail mega-merger
From the BBC World Service… Britain’s competition watchdog has thrown a proposed tie-up between Sainsbury’s and Walmart-owned Asda into doubt. Walmart’s sales have been growing as the retail giant focuses on upping its game against Amazon. We’ll explore what’s next amid a rapidly changing retail landscape. Then, in a surprise announcement, commodities giant Glencore said it will cap coal production going forward. And we’ll explore what Brexit means for the fishing industry. Today’s show is sponsored by the United States Postal Service, the University of Florida Warrington College of Business and Indeed.
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Feb 19, 2019
Bend it like Samsung
Samsung is coming out with a bendable smartphone, but who asked for that? Uganda floats taxing social media. Plus, restaurants are teaming up with food delivery companies to help cur down on waste. Today’s show is sponsored by SalesGenie.com and Indeed.
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Feb 19, 2019
Of immigration and innovation
A new survey finds high-tech businesses owned by immigrants are more innovative than those owned by Americans. Tesla might be getting a run for its money with Amazon’s recent electric truck acquisition. Plus, we take a look at the disparity between how the U.S. treats metal tariffs on China versus Canada. Today’s show is sponsored by SalesGenie.com and Indeed.
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Feb 19, 2019
Has fast fashion become a toxic trend?
From the BBC World Service… What’s the impact of America’s attempt to pressure its allies to stop dealing with Huawei? In an exclusive interview, the Chinese technology giant’s founder reveals all. Also, Honda has confirmed it will close its U.K. manufacturing plant in 2021. It won’t blame Brexit. We’ll explain the other factors. Then, fast fashion has become a major contributor to climate change. A new report suggests clothing brands should pay a penny on every garment they sell to fund recycling schemes. But will it work? Today’s show is sponsored by SalesGenie.com and Indeed.
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Feb 18, 2019
Who’s still not protecting LGBTQ workers?
Britain’s parliament issues harsh criticism for Facebook, saying the company intentionally broke the law. The world’s largest retailer ramps up its grocery delivery business. Plus, we take a look at how states across the country are protecting LGBTQ employees and why some are still not doing so. Today’s show is sponsored by Pitney Bowes, the United States Postal Service and Indeed.
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Feb 18, 2019
The ride-share up there
The world’s largest retailer ramps up its grocery delivery business. Uber sets the stage for ride-sharing in the sky. Plus, Albania cracks down on gambling in its many betting shops. Today’s show is sponsored by Pitney Bowes, the United States Postal Service and Indeed.
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Feb 18, 2019
Facebook branded ‘digital gangster’ in report on fake news
From the BBC World Service… A British parliamentary committee has branded Facebook a “digital gangster” as it said fresh controls should be put on social media giants to help limit harmful content. While Facebook says it’s open to more meaningful regulation, can new laws help to limit the spread of fake news? Then, British intelligence officials have concluded that the risks posed by involving the Chinese technology giant Huawei in critical U.K. telecoms projects can be managed, in stark contrast with governments in the U.S., New Zealand and Australia. Plus, pressure is growing for tougher rules on the construction of new mines and dams in Brazil, after a dam collapse last month left hundreds dead or missing. The BBC’s Katy Watson reports from Mariana, where many of those affected are still living in temporary accommodation. Today’s show is sponsored by Pitney Bowes, the United States Postal Service and Indeed.
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