Adrian Blomfield, The Economist's East Africa correspondent, sheds light on Somalia's looming famine driven by drought and political instability, emphasizing the urgent need for humanitarian reform. Meanwhile, Tom Wainwright, the tech and media editor, breaks down the cutthroat streaming wars, detailing how traditional Hollywood studios are battling innovative platforms for viewer dominance. The podcast also touches on the intriguing trend of grave recycling in London's cemeteries, highlighting shifts in burial practices amid space shortages.
Our correspondent reports from Somalia, which stands on the brink of famine thanks to a drought, soaring food costs and infrastructure destroyed by decades of fighting. Old Hollywood studios are waging an epic battle against their upstart streaming rivals. And why London’s cemeteries are selling used graves.