Avantika Chilkoti

Join Anne Rowe, The Economist's obituaries editor, and Avantika Chilkoti, global business correspondent, as they reflect on the legacy of Pope Francis, a reform-minded leader known for his humility and outreach to marginalized communities. They also delve into the booming popularity of high-protein diets, linking it to new appetite-suppressing medications. Finally, the conversation touches on innovative ways to enhance employee satisfaction, blending humor with insights on workplace dynamics.

Anne Rowe, the Obituaries editor at The Economist, reflects on the transformative legacy of Pope Francis, emphasizing his humble leadership and compassion for the marginalized. Avantika Chilkoti, a Global business correspondent, discusses the booming trend of high-protein snacks, driven partly by weight-loss medications. They also delve into employee management tactics like 'quiet firing' and the controversial 'pay to quit' schemes, exploring their implications for workplace dynamics and engagement.

In this insightful discussion, Matt Steinglass, Deputy Europe Editor for The Economist, and Avantika Chilkoti, International Correspondent, dive into the geopolitics of energy amid the Ukraine conflict. They address Vladimir Putin's strategy of weaponizing gas supplies to pressure Europe and the measures taken by nations to secure energy stability. The conversation also touches on the disruption of Ukraine's surrogacy industry, highlighting personal stories of resilience. Their analysis reveals the interconnectedness of energy policy and humanitarian crises.