Philip Womack, a Shakespeare scholar, delves into the struggles modern students face with classic texts and reading lists. Ian Thomson shares personal tales of Albania’s transformation post-Hoxha, contrasting its rich history with newfound tourism. Silkie Carlo raises alarms about the alarming rise of supermarket surveillance technologies. Francis Young reminisces about the tradition of Halloween fairies, linking folklore to ancestral beliefs. Finally, Rory Sutherland discusses the balancing act between earning potential and quality of life, hinting at a potential migration crisis in pursuit of better living standards.

David Butterfield, a former Classics teacher at Cambridge, shares insights on the troubling decline of university education, critiquing administrative influences and grade inflation. Author Philip Womack recounts his experiences with university bureaucracy, while Kate Andrews discusses Trump's comedic revival, emphasizing his unique rhetorical style. Philip Collins adds depth on Trump's humor in politics, and Jack Marsh reveals how AI is transforming Delftware ceramics, merging tradition with technology for innovative artistic expression.