Economist Podcasts

Changing the Guard? Turkey’s inconclusive election

May 15, 2023

Join Piotr Zilevski, The Economist's Turkey correspondent, as he breaks down Turkey's recent elections and the surprising resilience of President Erdogan amid opposition hopes. Daniela Raz, a data journalist, highlights alarming trends in teenage girls' mental health and the suspected role of social media. Meanwhile, Shashank Joshi shares intriguing insights from his recommended reading list on espionage, shedding light on the complexities of intelligence work and the challenges of modern-day spying.

24:49

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Episode guests

Shashank Joshi

Daniela Raz

Piotr Zilevski

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Episode notes

Intro

3min

Election Disappointment and Political Dynamics in Turkey

13min

Navigating the Complexities of Social Media's Impact on Teen Mental Health

2min

The Complex World of Intelligence Agencies

4min

The Evolution of Intelligence Leaks and Open Source Analysis

3min

Despite the opposition’s lead in the pre-election polls, the incumbent president seems to have performed better than expected. What does a run-off mean for the nation? The mental health of teenage girls is plummeting and according to our data, social media might be to blame. And, have you ever wondered what it takes to be a spy? Start with our reading list.

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