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Islamism in Britain: what is the threat?

September 15, 2026
Islamism in Britain: what is the threat?

Though a growing share of the British population is anxious about Islam, they have no reason to be. Islamism, a fringe ideology that believes government and society should be guided by Islamic principles, is the real concern. America cracks down on multinationals’ efforts to shift profits overseas. And why corporate training videos are virtually useless.


Guests and host:


  • Sonny Loughran, Britain correspondent
  • Shera Avi-Yonah, US business correspondent
  • Andrew Palmer, “Boss Class” host and Bartleby columnist
  • Rosie Blau, co-host of “The Intelligence”
  • Jason Palmer, co-host of “The Intelligence”


Topics covered: 


  • Islamism, Britain, Islamophobia
  • IRS, corporate tax, Coca-Cola
  • Corporate training videos


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