Jessica Hayden

Guests Ivo Daalder, a former US ambassador to NATO, Ari Shapiro, an NPR journalist, and Jessica Hayden, assistant sports editor at The Observer, dive into the complex dance between Trump and Putin. They explore the implications of recent sanctions on Russian oil and whether Trump's actions are geared toward winning a Nobel Prize. The conversation takes a turn as they examine the controversial demolition of the East Wing of the White House, with discussions around costs and what this might signal about presidential power. Additionally, they tackle troubling revelations about police misconduct in the UK.

In this engaging discussion, Erica Wagner, Deputy Comment Editor at The Observer, explores the impact of climate change on Hurricane Melissa and its record strength. Jessica Hayden, Assistant Sports Editor, shares harrowing details about the storm's devastation in Jamaica and its long-term humanitarian effects. Investigative reporter Chloe Hadjimatheou delves into U.S. military actions near Venezuela, questioning political motives and influences. Together, they tackle pressing issues of climate, geopolitics, and media ethics in a rapidly changing world.

Ceri Thomas is a Senior Editor at The Observer with a knack for shaping news narratives. Jessica Hayden, the Assistant Sports Editor, dives into the incredible rise of women’s rugby, highlighting its recent success. Vanessa Thorpe, Arts and Media Correspondent, discusses cultural economics, advocating for a tourism tax to bolster local arts. The trio also examines the Epping protests and their impact on community sentiment towards asylum seekers, revealing the deeper societal issues at play.