Michael Binyon, a former diplomatic editor for The Times, and writer Gaby Hinsliff dive into Elon Musk's contentious relationship with UK politics. They discuss Musk's motivations for engaging in European affairs and the potential implications of his friendship with Nigel Farage. The duo raises concerns about foreign influence in domestic politics and explores generational attitudes towards job security, reflecting on how younger people prioritize stability in their careers amid shifting public opinions on figures like Musk.

Michael Binyon, a seasoned foreign affairs specialist with 52 years at The Times, and Alyona Hlivko, a former Ukrainian MP and CEO of St James's Foreign Policy Group, dissect evolving UK-EU relations, sparked by an invitation for PM Keir Starmer to meet EU leaders. They discuss Ukraine's devastating power network attacks, François Michel Barnier's precarious French government, and South Australia's bold ban on political donations to MPs, highlighting the intricate interplay of global politics.