Michael Peel
FT Science Editor and co-host of the Tech Tonic 'Defying Death' series, providing science reporting, on-site segments and narrative interviews about longevity and ageing research.
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Dec 17, 2025 • 33min
A political scandal shakes the White House. Plus: the UK rejoins the EU’s Erasmus scheme
Join Rebecca Tinsley, a journalist and human rights advocate, and Michael Peel, the science editor at the Financial Times, as they dive into the political fallout from a revealing Vanity Fair interview with Donald Trump’s chief of staff. They explore the implications of USAID cuts on nonprofits and discuss the UK’s return to the Erasmus exchange, debating whether this signals renewed cooperation with Europe. With insights on refugee rights and the evolving political landscape, it's a lively conversation filled with pressing global issues.
Feb 14, 2025 • 36min
What is Britain's place in the world?
In this conversation, Michael Peel, FT science editor and author, shares his insights on Britain’s identity crisis post-Brexit. He argues that nostalgia fuels the UK's dysfunctional politics and emphasizes the need for political clarity. Peel critiques the empty promises of the Brexit campaign and discusses how Britain's past has overshadowed its present potential. He also highlights the missed opportunities in managing natural resources like North Sea oil, drawing a stark contrast with Norway's wealth fund success.
