Join John Parker, Editor-at-large at The Economist, as he unpacks the alarming rise of political dishonesty and its effects on democracy. He shares eye-opening examples of leaders like Trump and Boris Johnson, revealing how fake news misleads the public. Expanding the conversation, he showcases the inspiring journey of explorers during the Trans Globe Expedition, and emphasizes the escape literature provided to those enduring long isolation. Lastly, the discussion touches on the fascinating yet complex world of genetic testing and its emotional repercussions.
Lies and politics have always come as a pair, but the untruths keep getting bigger and more frequent; our correspondent digs into why. We speak with an adventurer who fought off the murderous boredom of a whole Antarctic winter with little more than books. And, the benefits and risks of home genetic-testing kits. For full access to print, digital and audio editions of The Economist, subscribe here www.economist.com/radiooffer