Patrick Fowles, business affairs editor at The Economist, discusses the perplexing health of stock markets despite troubling business realities, hinting at unaddressed risks. David Rennie, the paper's China columnist, shares insights on innovative Chinese documentary filmmakers like Jiang Nengjie, who bravely circumvent censorship by distributing their works online. The conversation also delves into the broader implications of AI in industries, highlighting how artists and climbers confront challenges in their pursuit of truth and creativity.