Aitor Hernández-Morales

Unpacking Portugal's election results, Denmark's gender statue equality, and Albania using AI for EU bid. Featuring discussions on political trends, Eurovision songs, and podcast recommendations.

Barbara Moens, the chief EU correspondent at POLITICO, Aitor Hernández-Morales, an Iberian politics expert, and Nick Vinocur, co-author of The Brussels Playbook, dissect the newly formed leadership trio in Brussels. They evaluate whether this team can effectively tackle challenges, especially support for Ukraine amidst changing political tides. The conversation also touches on the ongoing political crisis in France, the evolving EU dynamics, and the implications of leadership styles in navigating geopolitical issues. Expect insights full of sharp analysis!

Aitor Hernández-Morales, a prominent political journalist, joins Sorcha Edwards, secretary general of Housing Europe, to tackle Europe's soaring housing crisis. They delve into the dire realities of rising rents and the scarcity of affordable housing across the EU. The duo discusses the political ramifications, including far-right parties exploiting housing woes for electoral gains. Personal stories from affected citizens highlight the urgency for solutions, while they explore potential EU interventions amidst a backdrop of evolving political landscapes.