Leila Molana-Allen, Monocle’s Middle East correspondent, shares her insights from Beirut, highlighting the challenges faced by civilians and journalists amidst conflict. Adam Elliot, Oscar-winning stop-motion filmmaker, discusses his new film, 'Memoir of a Snail', revealing the emotional depth behind animated storytelling. The conversation also touches on the impact of celebrity political endorsements, with an examination of their role in voter engagement and the evolving landscape of urban development and community resilience.