Edward Carr, Deputy Editor of The Economist, dives into the fallout from Russia's withdrawal from the Black Sea grain deal and its implications for global food security. David Rennie, Beijing Bureau Chief, unravels the mystery behind China's ex-foreign minister and the political secrecy surrounding his abrupt disappearance. Catherine Nixie, a Britain Correspondent, critiques the newly softened approach to literary criticism, revealing how gentle reviews may be failing readers who crave honest critique. Tune in for a thought-provoking discussion!