"TRIGGERnometry" welcomes Liam Halligan, a British economist, journalist, author, and broadcaster. They discuss the impact of the pandemic on the global economy, China's role in global growth, UK exports to the EU, net zero discussions, and power dynamics shifting towards the East. They also touch on the state of the world economy, including the collapse of Chinese property conglomerates and unwinding quantitative easing. Topics like OPEC's actions, the emergence of BRICS, and the importance of consent in democracy are explored. Additionally, the podcast covers house prices, future interest rates, and leveraging the UK's joining of the CP, TPP for economic growth in the Pacific Rim.

Fraser Nelson, a political commentator, and Liam Halligan, an economist, delve into Labour's ambitious housing policy, proposing councils acquire green belt land to build 1.5 million homes by 2030. They debate the implications of this strategy amid rising housing crises affecting younger voters. The conversation also touches on Kemi Badenoch's emerging role in the Tory leadership race, analyzing her confrontational style and appeal to right-wing activists. Will Labour's reforms reshape planning policies, or will they face backlash from NIMBYs?

Liam Halligan, a columnist for the Sunday Telegraph and co-host of Planet Normal, discusses the Labour government's early missteps and the challenges ahead. He critiques their approach to the housing crisis and warns against chasing the elusive 'center ground.' The conversation dives into the impact of tribalism on political debate, and the risks posed by net-zero policies. Halligan also highlights the disconnect between mainstream media and the views of disillusioned voters, arguing for a more representative political discourse.