Join Matt Apuzzo, a seasoned New York Times reporter in Brussels, as he breaks down the implications of sanctioning Russian oligarchs amid the Ukraine conflict. He discusses how these wealthy elites, despite their power, often find ways to evade penalties. Apuzzo highlights individual cases and questions the true effectiveness of such financial measures. The conversation also reveals how global coordination is shifting to confront Kremlin-affiliated wealth, raising stakes in the geopolitical landscape. Can these moves compel Putin to reconsider?

Matt Apuzzo, an investigative reporter for The New York Times, joins Dr. Camilla Rothe, an infectious disease specialist, to discuss the alarming early detection of coronavirus in Germany. They highlight the missed warnings about asymptomatic spread, emphasizing the challenges faced in conveying this critical information. The conversation critiques how the World Health Organization handled early data, navigating public confusion surrounding silent infections and their implications for controlling the pandemic. The discussion reveals the urgent need for better public health communication.

Investigative reporter Matt Apuzzo discusses the vulnerability of the European farm subsidy system to corruption, highlighting a 'new kind of feudalism' in Eastern Europe. Topics include abuse of EU farm funds in Sicily and Hungary, corruption in subsidy allocation, challenges in subsidy allocation, and the need for transparency in revealing subsidy beneficiaries.

Learn about the profiles of the new special counsel and Senate Republicans investigating Russia's role in the 2016 election. The appointment of Robert Mueller, tips for an easier moving process, and the important role of Republicans in the Senate Intelligence Committee investigation. Accessing sensitive intelligence data, concerns about the Trump White House's ties to Russia, and the proposal for a secret communication channel.

Renowned journalists Maggie Haberman and Matt Apuzzo discuss President Trump's comments about James Comey, the impact of recent revelations on his first trip abroad, the connection between breaking news and Comey's firing, and the lack of acceptance of legal consequences in real life.