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BIV podcast (episode 48): Trump's travel ban, Shoes.com goes bankrupt, Ripe Rides seeks taxi licences

News stories this week: Trump’s ban on travel from some Muslim countries is having a profound effect on the tech industry.
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News stories this week: Trump’s ban on travel from some Muslim countries is having a profound effect on the tech industry.

Will it make Canadian tech companies more competitive for workers worried about their security? Will the Trump presidency finally convince some disenchanted Americans to make good on vows to move to Canada?

Shoes.com’s bankruptcy is surprising, despite signs that its fall was coming.

Feature interview: Nitesh Mistry from Ripe Rides talks about his upscale ride-sharing service and plans to enter the taxi business.

Tyler Orton and Hayley Woodin host.