Avantika Chilkoti, an international correspondent for The Economist, shares harrowing insights on Afghanistan a year after the Taliban's takeover, highlighting both human rights regressions and unexpected rural improvements. Arjun Ramani discusses a surprising shift in Silicon Valley's interest in defense technology amid geopolitical tensions, while Nicholas Barber uncovers the nostalgic yet flawed perceptions surrounding Disney's iconic 'Bambi', shedding light on its emotional themes and environmental messages. Tune in for a thought-provoking discussion!