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Apr 22, 2025
Rachel Reeves heads to Washington with key insights on US-UK trade dynamics. The discussion shifts to the global implications of Pope Francis's passing, including potential successors and their impact. Tensions rise around Trump's upcoming visit and local elections, hinting at political unrest. The podcast also tackles polling controversies and military talks with New Zealand regarding Ukraine. Lastly, it examines how political scandals affect public perception amid inflation and highlights significant infrastructure projects.
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Pope Francis' Global Influence
- Pope Francis influenced global politics with his critique of capitalism and advocacy on war and climate change.
- His 2015 encyclical played a role in shaping the Paris Agreement on climate change.
Next Pope's Impact Uncertain
- The next Pope's direction will shape the Catholic Church's approach amid tensions between conservative rules and liberal realities.
- A range of candidates from conservative Europeans to potentially a Latin American or Asian pope with varying ideologies exist.
Uncertain UK-US Trade Deal
- The UK-US trade deal is uncertain and controversial, especially regarding food standards and tariffs.
- Trump’s mercurial actions make any trade agreements unpredictable and unstable.