In this engaging discussion, Robert Guest, deputy editor at The Economist, dives into Chile's water crisis, urging the need for effective pricing strategies amidst growing global water scarcity. Annie Crable, U.S. news editor, sheds light on the surge of illegal crossings at the U.S.-Canada border, revealing the challenges migrants face. Meanwhile, Anne Rowe pays tribute to the life of biological anthropologist Helen Fisher, exploring the science of love and the emotional complexities it encompasses.

Join Robert Guest, Deputy Editor of The Economist, as he shares eye-opening insights from the Amazon rainforest, revealing the dire consequences of deforestation and the urgent need for global intervention. Tom Gardner discusses the complexities of the Ethiopia-Somaliland agreement, highlighting its impact on regional stability in the Horn of Africa. Meanwhile, Duncan Weldon explores the evolving conversation around facial hair in the British Army, hinting at a potential policy shift in response to modern recruitment challenges.

Kerry and Richmond Jones, finance and economics writers for The Economist, dive into the complexities of the IMF's stagnant lending despite its cash reserves. They discuss how China’s lending practices threaten the IMF's relevance. Robert Guest, the deputy editor, sheds light on the toll of climate change on Latin American agriculture, revealing struggles faced by farmers in Brazil and Argentina. The conversation also touches on the intriguing dynamics of the 'talented jerk' in the workplace, exploring their impact on team morale.