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Economist Podcasts, page 8
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When the levy brakes: Trump’s tariffs struck downA daily podcast providing insights into global stories across various domains including current affairs, business, finance, science, and technology.23 Feb 2026 · 21 min · 11 chapters
The arrest is history: Andrew Mountbatten-WindsorIn this episode of The Intelligence, hosts and experts discuss significant events shaping global affairs and history, with a focus on:20 Feb 2026 · 22 min · 5 chapters
The splitting image: Yoon verdict will deepen divisionsYoon Verdict Will Deepen Divisions19 Feb 2026 · 26 min · 9 chapters
The Robin Hood state: taxes are getting more progressiveA daily analysis of global events, exploring trends in current affairs, business, finance, science, and technology.18 Feb 2026 · 22 min · 9 chapters
Ice, ice, maybe: should the Arctic be refrozen?In this episode of Economist Podcasts, the discussion centers around the potential for actively cooling the Arctic region in response to climate change, the burgeoning gig economy in India, and the…17 Feb 2026 · 22 min · 10 chapters
Check in the mail: our analysis of Epstein’s correspondenceIn this episode, the data journalism team from The Economist explores the extensive email archive of Jeffrey Epstein, a convicted sex offender.16 Feb 2026 · 26 min · 10 chapters
Stock options: how to hedge an AI bubbleA daily podcast where correspondents discuss global stories, trends, and developments in current affairs, business, finance, science, and technology.13 Feb 2026 · 22 min · 7 chapters
Check in Kyiv: prospects for peace?Oliver Carroll (Ukraine Correspondent)12 Feb 2026 · 23 min · 9 chapters
Dhaka matters: an election for BangladeshProvides insights into current global affairs, business, finance, science, and technology from a worldwide correspondent network.11 Feb 2026 · 21 min · 11 chapters
A Keir-death experience: Britain's PM clings onA Keir-death experience: Britain's PM clings on10 Feb 2026 · 21 min · 7 chapters
Snap judgement: Japan PM’s electoral landslideA daily podcast exploring global stories across various fields including current affairs, business, finance, science, and technology. Each episode offers insights from correspondents around the world.9 Feb 2026 · 23 min · 10 chapters
Elon shot: will Musk’s mega-merger work?In this episode of Economist Podcasts, the discussion revolves around Elon Musk's recent announcement of a merger between two of his companies, SpaceX and xAI, amidst a backdrop of issues concerning…6 Feb 2026 · 23 min · 10 chapters
Nukes of hazard: US-Russia arms treaty expiresAn analysis of the New START nuclear treaty between the US and Russia, its expiration, implications for global arms control, and a brief discussion on the rise of cults and young men undergoing hair…5 Feb 2026 · 25 min · 10 chapters
Peter and the wolves: Mandelson falls but Epstein scandal spreadsIn this episode of *The Economist Podcasts*, the hosts delve into the fallout surrounding Peter Mandelson, a significant figure in Britain's Labour Party, following the disclosure of his connections…4 Feb 2026 · 20 min · 8 chapters
Tug of Warsh: will the new chair politicise the Fed?Daily insights into global events, trends, business, finance, science, and technology.3 Feb 2026 · 20 min · 8 chapters
Survival Modi: Indian PM’s fortunes reviveA global network of correspondents provides insights into headline stories, trends, and current affairs spanning various domains including business, finance, science, and technology.2 Feb 2026 · 21 min · 10 chapters
Boss Class 1. Fat layer of humansBoss Class 1. Fat layer of humans31 Jan 2026 · 36 min · 13 chapters
Democracy on ICE? The mood turns in AmericaIn this episode, the hosts discuss the current political climate in the United States, particularly focusing on immigration policy and its implications for democracy.30 Jan 2026 · 27 min · 9 chapters
Interview: Bret Taylor of Sierra and OpenAIBret Taylor of Sierra and OpenAI29 Jan 2026 · 34 min · 16 chapters
1. Fat layer of humansA daily podcast that interprets global news stories, trends, and insights across various sectors, including current affairs, business, finance, science, and technology.29 Jan 2026 · 35 min · 16 chapters
No middle ground: Iran’s dangerous divisionprovides daily insights into global current affairs, business, finance, science, and technology.29 Jan 2026 · 22 min · 9 chapters
Trailer: Boss Class Season 3A global network of correspondents delivers insights on current affairs, business, finance, science, and technology every weekday.28 Jan 2026 · 2 min · 1 chapter
We’ll be right over here: Europe’s populists sour on TrumpIn this episode of the Economist Podcasts, hosts Rosie Blore and Jason Palmer address the shifting political dynamics in Europe concerning populist-right leaders and their relationship with former…28 Jan 2026 · 19 min · 9 chapters
General ejection: China’s military purgeA global network of correspondents explores significant stories, trends, current affairs, finance, and technology daily.27 Jan 2026 · 23 min · 9 chapters