Emma Hogan

Kenley Salmon, Africa correspondent for The Economist, discusses the alarming rise in global poverty caused by COVID-19, revealing how the pandemic has reversed decades of progress. He highlights personal stories from affected communities, particularly the struggles in the Mekong River region due to environmental issues and China's dam projects. Emma Hogan, an Editor at The Economist, reflects on finding solace in reading diaries during lockdown, demonstrating how these personal insights create connection and empathy in times of crisis.

Joining the discussion are Matt Steinglass, a Europe correspondent for The Economist with deep political insights, and Emma Hogan, the deputy briefings editor focused on mental health. They dive into Hungary's troubling slide into authoritarianism under Viktor Orban, exploring the EU's ineffective response. The conversation shifts to the alarming mental health impacts of COVID-19, especially on youth. Lastly, they highlight Japan's #KuToo movement, advocating for the transformation of outdated workplace dress codes that impose gender-specific restrictions.

Matt Steinglass, Europe correspondent for The Economist, reveals how Viktor Orban has transformed Hungary into a quasi-dictatorship, manipulating laws to consolidate his power while the EU struggles to respond. Emma Hogan, Deputy briefings editor, discusses the psychological aftermath of the COVID-19 crisis, highlighting increased mental health challenges among various demographics. They also touch upon Japan's #KuToo movement, which aims to reform discriminatory dress codes, advocating for gender equality in the workplace.