Adam Roberts, The Economist's Midwest correspondent, and Hal Hodson, the technology correspondent, dive into the rising visibility of LGBT candidates in U.S. politics, spotlighting Chicago’s historic mayoral race. They discuss changing voter attitudes towards openly gay and transgender politicians and the ongoing need for diverse representation. The conversation also tackles Mark Zuckerberg’s call for internet regulation amidst societal challenges in tech, alongside the dark realities facing the glamorous K-pop industry.