John Parker
International correspondent for The Economist, providing insights on the political aspects of the COVID-19 pandemic in the US.
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Jun 29, 2020 • 21min
States of alarm: America’s covid-19 surge
Join John Parker, The Economist's international correspondent, as he delves into the alarming COVID-19 resurgence across the U.S., particularly in states that reopening early. He discusses how fragmented responses hinder effective management and the troubling environmental impact of pandemic-related plastics. Parker also highlights the cultural nuances of bullfighting in South Korea, exploring its future amid changing public perceptions. This engaging conversation touches on intricate connections between health, environment, and tradition.
Jun 18, 2020 • 22min
Painting the red towns: covid-19 in America
Join John Parker, an international correspondent for The Economist, as he dissects the shifting COVID-19 landscape in the U.S., revealing how infection rates are fluctuating between Democratic and Republican areas and the electoral implications. Also featuring Jack LaHarte, who discusses Ireland's groundbreaking coalition government formed to keep Sinn Féin at bay, reshaping a political rivalry that has lasted nearly a century. They also touch on the inspiring story of a young chess prodigy, illustrating the personal impacts of national changes.
