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The Intelligence podcast discusses the end of the longest US federal government shutdown, highlighting the political fallout and the Democrats' strategy. It also touches on the release of Jeffrey Epstein's emails and their potential consequences. Additionally, the podcast explores Airbnb's growth challenges and its eff...
The Intelligence podcast episode covers China's growing role as a leader in green technology and its climate change policies, contrasting it with America's shifting stance. It also explores the phenomenon of young protesters worldwide adopting the "One Piece" pirate flag as a symbol of rebellion, highlighting the influ...
"The Intelligence" podcast episode explores several pressing global trends. The first segment examines the rise of singlehood, particularly in developed countries and Asia, attributing it to factors like increased female emancipation, changing social dynamics influenced by technology, and the aftereffects of the pandem...
"The Intelligence" podcast episode covers three main topics: a crisis at the BBC following a leaked memo criticizing a documentary's editing of a Donald Trump speech, the torture and ill-treatment of Ukrainian prisoners of war by Russia with testimonies from released detainees, and a remembrance of Kanchha Sherpa, a po...
"The Intelligence" podcast presents a fresh perspective on global events. The episode covers Jordan Bardella's rise in French politics, his policies, and potential challenges. It also explores a new conservation scheme in the Democratic Republic of Congo, where small grants aim to produce significant environmental bene...
In this episode of The Intelligence, Jason Palmer discusses three distinct topics: the Supreme Court's hearing on Donald Trump's tariffs and the potential implications of its decision, a recent decline in women's labor force participation in America which is potentially linked to a post-pandemic baby boom, and the incr...
This episode of The Intelligence from The Economist covers three main topics: recent U.S. elections and their implications for the upcoming midterms, Turkey's crackdown on opposition parties, and a global emotion survey indicating a slight improvement in overall mood. The discussion on U.S. elections analyzes Democrati...
"The Intelligence" podcast episode features two distinct segments: The first segment analyzes the escalating military presence of the United States in the Caribbean, particularly concerning Venezuela, exploring potential motivations behind the buildup, including drug interdiction and regime change, while also consideri...
"The Intelligence" podcast episode covers multiple global issues. First, it discusses the escalating violence and humanitarian crisis in El Fasher, Sudan, focusing on the siege by the Rapid Support Forces (RSF) and the dire consequences for civilians, drawing parallels to the Darfur crisis two decades prior and lamenti...
This episode of The Intelligence from The Economist covers two main topics: a trade deal between President Trump and President Xi Jinping, including what the deal covers, what is left out, and how it compares to other deals made during Trump's Asia tour. It also discusses the resurgence of private military contractors ...
"The Intelligence" podcast presents three distinct segments: the shifting financial landscape of New York City, the global trends in alcohol consumption, and the rise of Chinese rapper Sky Is Your God. The first segment explores New York City's diminishing financial sector influence due to high taxes and cost of living...
"The Intelligence" podcast presents a fresh perspective on global events. The first segment discusses the pivotal moment in the Ukraine war, focusing on the country's funding crunch and Europe's role in providing financial stability, including debates around using frozen Russian assets. The second segment explores the ...
This episode of The Intelligence from The Economist covers two main topics: the rise of "shadow fleets" and their implications for international security and sanctions evasion, and the growing number of flexible or "gig" workers in China's economy and the potential social and economic consequences. The episode also exp...
"The Intelligence" from The Economist delivers a fresh perspective on global events. The podcast discusses Argentina's midterm election victory for President Javier Milei's party and its implications for the country's economic future, including the peso's stability and potential reforms. It also examines Germany's econ...
"The Intelligence" podcast episode discusses the escalating trade tensions between the U.S. and China, focusing on China's increasing leverage through its control over rare-earth elements and its impact on global trade. It also explores the rising screen time among senior citizens, examining both the potential downside...
"The Intelligence" from The Economist delivers a fresh perspective on global events, featuring three distinct segments. The first segment discusses the ongoing US government shutdown, detailing the political standoff between Democrats and Republicans, its impact on federal services and the economy, and potential resolu...
"The Intelligence" podcast presents a fresh perspective on global events. The first segment explores America's intensified war on illegal drugs, highlighting the ineffectiveness of violent tactics against a globalized and innovative narcotics trade. It details the specialization, subcontracting, and innovation within t...
"The Intelligence" podcast presents a fresh perspective on global events. The episode features discussions on Japan's new prime minister, Takahichi Sanae, her background, political views, and potential impact on Japan's stability and foreign policy. It also explores the effects of America's zero-migration policy under ...
"The Intelligence" podcast presents a fresh perspective on global events. The first segment focuses on the lives of ordinary Gazans following a ceasefire between Israel and Hamas, highlighting their struggles with trauma, lack of basic necessities, and uncertain futures, despite the arrival of aid. The second segment d...
This episode of The Intelligence from The Economist covers two main stories: the indictment of former Trump advisor John Bolton for mishandling classified information and the political storm in Britain surrounding dropped charges against two individuals accused of spying for China. The discussion on Bolton explores the...
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