Idris Kalun, a Washington correspondent for The Economist, provides keen insights into the January 6th hearings, highlighting the committee's finding of Trump’s inaction as a ‘dereliction of duty’. Meanwhile, Henry Kerr, the economics editor, discusses the European Central Bank's unexpected interest rate hike, examining its implications on inflation and economic stability. Additionally, the podcast touches on Bangladesh’s evolving drinking culture, revealing how changes in alcohol laws reflect deeper societal shifts.