Will Pavia, New York correspondent for The Times, and Robbie Millen, literary editor at The Times, dive into the chilling ramifications of the trial surrounding Salman Rushdie's brutal attack. They discuss the chaos of the incident and its impact on Rushdie's literary journey, revealing the ongoing threats to freedom of expression. The conversation also touches on the trial's implications for modern publishing and the voices rising against authoritarianism in literature. This critical dialogue examines how such events reshape our understanding of free speech today.

New York correspondent for The Times, Will Pavia, discusses the 'hush money' trial involving Donald Trump. The podcast debates who presented the best story in the trial, highlighting the dynamics of witness testimony, prosecution versus defense strategies, and the anticipation of key witness testimonies. The episode delves into the testimonies of Michael Cohen and Robert Costello, analyzing the trial's complexities and predicting possible outcomes.

Will Pavia, New York correspondent for The Times, discusses the recently released court documents on Jeffrey Epstein. They reveal the connections of politicians, businessmen, and celebrities like Clinton, Prince Andrews, Richard Branson, and Trump. The episode explores the involvement of surprising names like Stephen Hawking and various celebrities, such as Michael Jackson and David Copperfield, in Epstein's activities.