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James Cameron-Wilson celebrates UK box office climbing for the 5th week running. #1 is Ridley Scott's Gladiator II which, if anything is even better than the first film, with smart storytelling and visual spectacle to take the breath away, though it is incredibly violent, despite its 15 certificate. On Netflix, James adored French-made, Mexico-set musical Emilia Pérez which, like Gladiator, has lots of Oscar buzz. Stylised but gritty and intelligent, it's unlike anything you'll have seen for ages. In a positive week, James also raved about the 50th anniversary Blu-Ray of the British disaster-era film Juggernaut. With Richard Harris leading a great cast directed by Richard Lester, it stands up incredibly well and is a masterclass in popular entertainment with amazing extras.

Russ Mould of A J Bell points out that supposedly risk-free 10 year gilts and corresponding instruments have risen despite interest rate cuts from central banks. At the same time, equities have been generally strong. In the US, the 10-year Treasury is now equal to the earnings yield on the S&P 500. Investors might be taking the extra risk anticipating upside potential but it could be seen as an early warning sign. In the UK, the earnings yield is double the 10-year gilt yield, making the domestic market look cheap, explaining all the takeover activity.

Steve Caplin discusses the latest tech with Simon Rose. LG improve their bendable LED screens so they can now stretch too. Scientists improve the chances of sterilising mosquitoes. Glasses for the deaf will project text onto the lenses. AI headphones can make it easier to hear in restaurants. Virgin & O2 have invented an AI granny to waste scam callers' time. Dyson have filed a patent for a robo-dog to vacuum, mow, water plants & mop. There's an eScooter which is solar powered and a hand pump to desalinate water. There's also a spurious tech limerick.

Professor Tim Evans of Middlesex University discusses how the government wants to turn the UK into an EU-style higher-spending social democracy, not realising that the European model is falling off a cliff. With Germany in economic meltdown, he reveals that directors of German's biggest car manufacturers are considering moving the businesses abroad. He discusses the role of Physician Associates in the NHS and the problems caused by medical monopolies opposing supply-side reforms. And he discusses the Tractor Tax. While it might have the whiff of class warfare, he cannot see Labour retreating while the right is so disunited.

Crypto has been a little quiet of late. Out of the spotlight, minding its own business. But Donald Trump gets voted back in as US president and boom — bitcoin surged beyond $90,000 for the first time. The rest of the crypto market has also seen a boost, so what's going on? Where is it likely to head next and what do you need to be aware of if you are cashing out your gains? Simon Lambert, Lee Boyce and Georgie Frost delve into bitcoin and friends to give their verdict. The number of ISA millionaires has soared, with a 228% jump of investors joining the club in just two years. And there are 25 of them who hold an average of £8.9million. Just how do you build such a big pot? Britain's first ISA millionaire, Lord Lee, gives his three tips. Fresh from her Budget speech, the Chancellor has announced plans to use our pension savings to boost economic growth by creating megafunds. Just what are they? We tackle an tricky question about IHT and giving away a home. And finally, Lee's Collecting Corner is back ... this time he reports from a trading card, and reveals two Paddington-themed treasures sent in by readers... a 50-year-old stuffed toy, and a limited edition signed print snapped up at a charity shop for just £30.

The future is growing brighter, and more efficient, for the entertainment giant. Jason Moser and Ricky Mulvey discuss highlights from Disney’s quarter, the future of ESPN, and Amazon’s new discount shopping venture, Haul. Then, 18 minutes in, Motley Fool Senior Analyst Yasser El-Shimy joins Ricky for a look at Rocket Lab, why investors are getting “euphoric” about the company and risks to watch. Companies discussed: DIS, AMZN, RKLB. Host - Ricky Mulvey; Guests - Jason Moser, Yasser El-Shimy

The market appreciates certainty — this week it got a clear read on the next political administration and the near-term interest rate outlook. We break it all down, and give you a little reset from all the big picture talk. Jason Moser and Bill Mann discuss the market’s reaction to the 2024 election and some of the sectors that might benefit from the policies of the Trump administration; at all-time highs after earnings, will the good times keep rolling for Axon and Palantir? And — Airbnb’s solid, but mature business, and why it is looking for other major segments to fuel the next chapters of growth. Then, 19 minutes in, we go back into the Fool vault for a palate cleanser — in a conversation from the original Motley Fool Radio Show in 2002 Tom and David Gardner interview Mr. Rogers. They get everybody’s favorite neighbor to share his thoughts on how early experiences shape our relationship with money, the story behind his show, and the best gift any of us can give. Finally, 28 minutes in, Jason and Matt talk through two stocks on their radar: The Trade Desk and Ferrari. Stocks discussed: AFRM, AXON, PLTR, ABNB, TTD, RACE. Host - Dylan Lewis; Guests - Bill Mann, Jason Moser, David Gardner, Tom Gardner, Fred Rogers

Adam Cox is joined by Graham Hasting-Evans from NOCN Group. Graham discusses the severe skills gap in the UK's Construction sector. With the ambitious goal of building 1.5 million new homes, the charity is advocating that the UK needs a skilled workforce more than ever. https://www.nocn.org.uk/

This episode is designed to help break an addiction pattern by facilitating choice. That addiction could be a recreational or prescribed drug which addresses stress or emotional pain: such substances may be positive in the short-term but detrimental in the long-term. Adam Cox uses the metaphor of a spoilt child to help build subconscious feelings which will help to avoid the need for such addiction.