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Sep 11, 2023 • 24min

Preparing for the long war: an interview with President Zelensky

President Zelensky discusses challenges in the ongoing war with Russia, progress made in the conflict, balancing war and peace, Ukraine's concerns and plans for the future, challenges faced by Ukraine, and the need for support.
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Sep 8, 2023 • 23min

Moves over: American house prices

This podcast discusses the impact of America's mortgage market on house prices, the success rate of egg freezing, and the life of Isabel Crook, an anthropologist who embraced China's communist transformation.
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Sep 7, 2023 • 22min

A messy oil change: Nigeria’s fraught reforms

Nigeria's President faces challenges in implementing promised reforms; Indian cities need more autonomy to thrive; The trend of kinder, gentler video games is on the rise
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Sep 6, 2023 • 23min

Show and sell: Amazon v Hollywood

Amazon's heavy investment in streaming content, despite critics' negative views. Exploring Amazon's strategies and success in streaming, including advertising and selling others' content. The potential for Amazon's dominance in the advertising industry. Revised UK economic data reveals hidden GDP. The evolution and nostalgia of calculators, from cigarette holders to modern times.
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Sep 5, 2023 • 22min

Upping arms: the new three-way nuclear race

Explore the history of the nuclear arms race and the breakdown of arms control. Discover the challenges of students returning to in-person classes due to COVID-19. Uncover the impact of the pandemic on chronic absenteeism in US schools. Learn about the Namayatri app revolutionizing Rickshaw hailing in Bangalore. Engage in a discussion on an app for small businesses and government involvement.
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Sep 4, 2023 • 22min

Held fire: America’s murder rate slips

Exploring the decrease in gun violence in America's urban centers, the drop in murder rates in America, the connection between democracy and economic prosperity, the relationship between economic growth and political reform in young democracies, and the influence of hobby lobbies in British politics.
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Sep 1, 2023 • 26min

Paranoia politics: a Tunisian lesson in demagoguery

The podcast explores the rising racial tensions in Tunisia and the fear tactics employed by President Kai Said. It also discusses Americans wanting to leave the country and the reasons behind it, such as racism and gun violence. Additionally, it highlights a couple's decision to move abroad to escape suspicion and fear in America. The podcast concludes with a tribute to Andrei Polichakov and a promotion for Economist Education's online course.
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Aug 31, 2023 • 23min

Going, going… Gabon: another African coup

The podcast discusses the rise of military coups in Western Central Africa and the potential consequences for democracy. It also explores the thriving tourism industry in Lebanon amidst the country's financial crisis. Additionally, it highlights the popularity of a new song driven by the American right. The episode concludes with announcements about The Economist app, an online course, and an identity theft protection service.
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Aug 30, 2023 • 25min

Game of drones: can Ukraine pull ahead?

In this podcast, the escalating conflict in Ukraine and their use of drones is explored. The advancements in drone technology by Ukraine are discussed, along with the challenges they face. The decline of the British Virgin Islands as a tax haven and efforts to crack down on tax evasion are highlighted. The progress made in combating tax crimes by small and medium sized criminals is explored, along with the resistance of larger offshore centers to global regulations. The recent allowance of regional languages in Spain's Lower House is discussed, reflecting ongoing language conflicts and political tensions.
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Aug 29, 2023 • 25min

Teutonic plague: is Germany the sick man of Europe?

Germany's economic challenges and decline, difficulties in transitioning to electric vehicles, and the decline in Mandarin learning. The rise of bigger and more luxurious electric vehicles and the environmental costs. China's air pollution and declining soft power, as well as the importance of Mandarin language skills.

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