

Alec Jha
Science correspondent for The Economist, discussing the search for extraterrestrial life.
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Sep 23, 2021 • 22min
Same assembly, rewired: the United Nations meets
Daniel Franklin, Executive and diplomatic editor at The Economist, sheds light on the shifting dynamics of the United Nations General Assembly amid ongoing global challenges. Lane Green, author and linguistics expert, delves into the evolving role of 'like' in modern language, defending its usage against common stereotypes. Alec Jha, science correspondent, highlights concerns over a potential 'Twindemic' this winter, emphasizing the importance of vaccination and readiness. Together, they explore the delicate balance of diplomacy and communication in today’s world.

Feb 18, 2021 • 24min
Watts the problem: Texas’s energy failings
Join Alexandra Sewage Bass, a Dallas-based correspondent, as she unpacks Texas's energy crisis, revealing how issues like forecasting errors and equipment failures, not just renewable sources, contributed to massive blackouts. Alec Jha, a science correspondent, discusses the latest Mars rover missions, which are pushing the boundaries in the search for extraterrestrial life. Together, they explore the implications of Texas's energy failures for future policies while tapping into the excitement surrounding new discoveries beyond our planet.