This Economist Intelligence podcast discusses two main topics: the potential unraveling of NATO due to Donald Trump's ambiguous stance on the alliance and the possibility of lower pay for remote workers. The first segment analyzes the potential consequences of a US withdrawal from NATO, highlighting Europe's need for increased defense spending and coordination. The second segment explores studies suggesting remote workers might accept lower salaries, although companies haven't yet widely adopted this approach due to internal equity and legal concerns. A study from Harvard, Brown, and UCLA found that tech workers valued remote work at the equivalent of a 25% pay cut. The podcast concludes with a reflection on the life of Pableaux Johnson, a New Orleans photographer known for his community dinners.
