Simon Kuper

Simon Kuper, author of 'Good Chaps', joins Lucy Fisher, Miranda Green, and Stephen Bush to discuss the disintegration of public service in politics. They explore potential election surprises, tactical voting, and ethical concerns in British politics. The episode also delves into the anticipation of election results in key constituencies and upcoming elections in the UK and France.

Guests: Laura Beales - co-founder and chief operating officer of Tally Workspace, Ebbie Wisecarver - head of Global Design and Development at WeWork, Simon Kuper - FT columnist. Topics include: adapting office design to changing work dynamics, the evolution of shared workspaces post-pandemic, addressing challenges like acoustics and privacy, the importance of beautiful design, and Simon Cooper's DIY office transformation in Paris.

Simon Kuper, a renowned Financial Times columnist and author of "Chums" and "Good Chaps," joins Josh Glancy to explore the crisis of trust in British politicians. They delve into the impact of elite education on political integrity and examine how cronyism and corruption have eroded public confidence. Kuper also discusses the shift from sports to politics, reflecting on Brexit's role in shaping modern leadership. The conversation balances a critical view of today's political landscape with a glimmer of hope for reform and increased accountability.

Simon Kuper, schrijver en journalist bij de Financial Times, deelt zijn unieke perspectief op Nederland en zijn liefde voor voetbal. Hij verkent de impact van journalistiek op sociaal-wetenschappelijke kwesties en vertelt over zijn ervaringen in verschillende culturen. Kuper reflecteert op de complexiteit van identiteiten, van de Joodse geschiedenis tot de rol van multiculturele dynamiek in Nederland. Hij duikt ook in het moderne voetbal, de creatieve processen achter kunst en de invloed van historische gebeurtenissen op nationale identiteiten.

Simon Kuper, a noted journalist for the Financial Times and author, discusses the chilling connections between the MAGA movement and his experiences in apartheid South Africa. He analyzes how figures like Elon Musk and Peter Thiel's pasts influence their current politics. Kuper expresses concern over the retreat of globalization and the rise of nationalism, emphasizing the struggles of liberalism today. He also contrasts the divisive nature of politics with the unifying force of football, reflecting on how international influences shape both realms.