Economist Martin Wolf discusses the threat autocrats pose to democracies globally. He delves into the rise of populist, illiberal, and far-right parties in over 50 countries. Wolf shares insights from conversations with experts like Robert Kagan and Fiona Hill. They explore challenges to liberal democracy, economic factors behind support for Trump, and links between plutocracy, racism, and identity politics. The podcast also covers risks in global politics and climate change.

FT's Lauren Fedor and Steff Chavez discuss Biden's debate performance, raising concerns about his candidacy. They explore potential nominee replacements and analyze Biden and Trump's debate strategies. The focus shifts to personality contests in US politics, emphasizing the influence of performance on election results.

US inviting Arab and Israeli ministers to Nato summit, EY's CEO confirms no split, Thames Water faces financial collapse. FT explains immigration in UK elections.

JPMorgan adds India's debt to its index, protests in Kenya halt tax hikes, US wants to lift sanctions on billionaire for mineral access in Africa. Geopolitical implications of natural resources and US-China competition.

Rivian's shares surge after Volkswagen's investment, global clean energy investment to reach $2tn, EU charges Microsoft with antitrust violations, US Senate deadlock threatens global tax treaty, and challenges in regulating big tech and implementing international tax reforms.

Chinese executives are relocating manufacturing to avoid US tariffs, wealthy foreigners in the UK plan to leave, Brazilian financial markets are struggling. FT's Tim Bradshaw discusses Nvidia's potential crash like dotcom darlings.

The podcast discusses EU's workaround to support Ukraine, rising European CLO issuance, TikTok advertisers' plans amid US ban threat, and Amazon/Microsoft's AI investments in India.

Martin Wolf and Fiona Hill discuss the challenges facing democracy globally, drawing parallels between Trump and Putin, concerns about the US Congress, and potential outcomes of the upcoming elections. They explore the erosion of democratic principles, rise of strongmen, and the impact of leadership on democratic systems.

FT's US climate reporter Aime Williams discusses why Biden's climate agenda failed to resonate with young voters amidst inflation concerns. They dive into criticism, EV adoption challenges, and analyze the impact on voter turnout. The podcast also humorously speculates on Trump's future appearance and competitive eater Joey Chestnut's political affiliations.

Credit agencies misrated $100bn in real estate debt, UK faces political shift, Philippines reinforces warship, drilling for hydrogen reconsidered, Labour swing uncertain, natural hydrogen discovery in Mali, challenges for hydrogen startups