Amun Rizvi

Sasha Nauta, public policy editor at The Economist, and correspondent Amun Rizvi delve into the booming fertility business and its ethical gray areas. They discuss the explosion of IVF innovations and the marketing tactics that prey on hopeful parents, while cautioning about false promises. Additionally, Rizvi sheds light on the alarming rise of piracy in West Africa, highlighting the dangers faced by sailors and the inadequacies of security measures in the region. Together, they provide a compelling look at these pressing contemporary issues.

Sasha Nauta, The Economist's public policy editor, and Amun Rizvi, a correspondent focused on West African piracy, dive into the booming fertility industry. They discuss how companies are innovating in in vitro fertilization and the ethical dilemmas faced by would-be parents. The conversation also shifts to the alarming rise of piracy in the Gulf of Guinea, highlighting the emotional toll on sailors and the ineffective responses from governments. Expect a mix of hope and realism in these pressing global issues.