Max Norman

Anshul Pfeffer, Israel correspondent for The Economist, shares insights on the complex dynamics surrounding the proposed Israel-Hamas peace deal, highlighting deep political divides and the role of international support. Max Norman, the magazine's Culture correspondent, dives into a statistical analysis questioning the New York Times bestseller list's bias against conservative authors. Additionally, they discuss the booming non-alcoholic beverage market in the UK and the regulatory challenges it faces, all sprinkled with a dose of humor.

Anshul Pfeffer, the Israel correspondent for The Economist, shares insights on the complex landscape of a ceasefire deal between Israel and Hamas, highlighting deep divides and the role of international mediators. Max Norman, the culture correspondent, tackles the contentious issue of biases in the New York Times bestseller list, revealing underrepresentation of conservative authors and exploring the implications for publishing credibility. They also touch on the rise of non-alcoholic cocktails in the UK, discussing cultural shifts and regulatory challenges.