Join Alexandra Sewage-Bass, a senior correspondent at The Economist, as she delves into Florida's shifting political landscape and Ron DeSantis's rise in the 2024 presidential race. Elise Burr discusses the evolving dynamics of divorce laws in affluent nations, highlighting a trend towards more amicable separations. Matt Kaplan sheds light on the ecological implications of the Sumatran rhino's potential extinction, emphasizing its critical role in the ecosystem and the challenges surrounding conservation efforts.

Alexandra Sewage Bass, a senior correspondent at The Economist focusing on the dynamics of population shifts, joins David Rennie, the Beijing bureau chief with a lens on international affairs. They discuss America's unprecedented internal migration trends, revealing how the pandemic has pushed people from cities to suburbs, reshaping political landscapes. The conversation dives into the growing diversity in these areas and the enduring cultural divides reminiscent of historical narratives, like those of Julius Caesar's conquests.

Alexandra Sewage Bass, a senior correspondent for The Economist, dives into the high-stakes recall election of California's Governor Gavin Newsom. She reveals the political significance of this vote for both state and nation, stressing the importance of voter engagement. The discussion also touches on Russia's military exercises, comparing their implications to historical contexts. Finally, the enduring relevance of Dante Alighieri's The Divine Comedy is explored, highlighting its lessons of despair and hope that resonate even today.