8min chapter

Economist Podcasts cover image

Our summer special: a despot, a magic trick and a star

Economist Podcasts

CHAPTER

The Sun: Revered and Feared

This chapter delves into the complex relationship between humanity and the sun, examining historical reverence and contemporary ambivalence. It uses personal reflections and cultural references to illustrate the dual nature of the sun as both a life-giver and a potential hazard, while also addressing the societal implications of this celestial body.

00:00

Get the Snipd
podcast app

Unlock the knowledge in podcasts with the podcast player of the future.
App store bannerPlay store banner

AI-powered
podcast player

Listen to all your favourite podcasts with AI-powered features

Discover
highlights

Listen to the best highlights from the podcasts you love and dive into the full episode

Save any
moment

Hear something you like? Tap your headphones to save it with AI-generated key takeaways

Share
& Export

Send highlights to Twitter, WhatsApp or export them to Notion, Readwise & more

AI-powered
podcast player

Listen to all your favourite podcasts with AI-powered features

Discover
highlights

Listen to the best highlights from the podcasts you love and dive into the full episode