Henry Kerr, Economics editor at The Economist, analyzes the serious implications of Russia cutting gas supplies to Poland and Bulgaria, probing the potential for European sanctions and the geopolitical consequences. Charlie McCann, Southeast Asia correspondent, discusses the political landscape in Singapore, highlighting the selection of Lawrence Wong as the likely next prime minister and the ruling party's shift toward a more relatable leadership. The episode also touches on the significance of the delayed Art Biennale in Venice amidst these tensions.