James Tozer

Greg Karlstrom, a Middle East correspondent for The Economist, discusses the devastation in Beirut following a catastrophic explosion linked to systemic negligence. The city's shattered infrastructure leaves 300,000 homeless as the government grapples with its failures. James Tozer, a data journalist, shares insights from the updated excess-death tracker, illustrating the true toll of COVID-19 and the complexities of accurate reporting. They also explore shifts in workplace dynamics post-pandemic, revealing changing attitudes toward office life.

Greg Karlstrom, The Economist’s Middle East correspondent, shares harrowing insights into the aftermath of Beirut's catastrophic explosion, highlighting government negligence and an escalating humanitarian crisis. Data journalist James Tozer unveils the importance of the excess death tracker, shedding light on the true impact of COVID-19 and the complications in accurately measuring mortality. The discussion also addresses shifting workplace dynamics and the delicate balance between in-person collaboration and remote work.