Drones: Small machines, big business

The Bottom Line by BBC

Sep 24, 202631:16Business

Drones are no longer simply small flying cameras. They’re being used to fight wars, find people lost at sea, inspect infrastructure and gather intelligence. Evan Davis and guests discuss what’s driving the extraordinary...

Related Episodes

Continue listening to more episodes from The Bottom Line.

Trainer Wars

Sep 17, 2026 - 36:46

The 2026 London Marathon saw new world record times set in both the men's and women's events. Eyes weren'...

The Bottom Line Business Awards 2026

Jul 23, 2026 - 34:24

From breakthrough products and inspiring leadership to marketing disasters and strategic own goals, a pan...

Twenty Years in Business

Jul 16, 2026 - 44:25

The Bottom Line has been on BBC Radio 4 for twenty years. The programme was first broadcast in 2006. Back...

Imposter Syndrome

Jul 9, 2026 - 33:16

Success doesn't always bring confidence. In fact, some of the most accomplished people privately worry th...

The Costs and Benefits of Business Regulation

Jul 2, 2026 - 34:21

Few disagree we need business regulations to protect the rights of workers and consumers, ensure markets...

Digital Nomads

Jun 25, 2026 - 33:43

A laptop, reliable wifi and a visa, the formula that has allowed millions to work from almost anywhere in...

When brands collaborate

Jun 18, 2026 - 33:59

Whether it’s McDonald’s and Cadbury or H&M and Karl Lagerfeld, brand collaborations are booming. From foo...

How the oil industry works

Jun 11, 2026 - 37:53

What does it take to drill oil out of the ground and then refine it into petrol, jet fuel or other petroc...