

529 episodes
by The Economist · English
Join Jason Palmer and Rosie Blau for noise-cancelling news and analysis from The Economist's global network of correspondents. Every weekday the winner of "Best Daily Show" at the 2026 British Podcast Awards, picks three stories shaping your world—the big shifts in politics, business and culture, plus things you never knew you needed to know. On Saturdays, download The Weekend Intelligence to dive deep into a single story, vividly told. If you’re already a subscriber to The Economist, you’ll have full access to all our shows as part of your subscription. For more information about Economist Podcasts+, including how to get access, please visit our FAQs page at https://myaccount.economist.com/s/article/What-is-Economist-Podcasts Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode, hosts Jason Palmer and Rosie Blau dissect the implications of minimum wage policies, the impact of AI on job applications, and a unique education experiment in Florida.
25 Nov 2025 · 22m
The episode discusses the outcomes and implications of COP30, the annual United Nations climate conference, and examines the future of cryptocurrencies, particularly Bitcoin.
24 Nov 2025 · 26m
In this episode, the hosts discuss three primary topics:
21 Nov 2025 · 23m
The Intelligence provides daily news and analysis from The Economist, covering key global events.
20 Nov 2025 · 25m
This episode of The Intelligence provides a comprehensive analysis of three critical stories impacting global affairs, focusing on:
19 Nov 2025 · 22m
The Intelligence from The Economist
18 Nov 2025 · 19m
This episode discusses the current state of crime in Mexico, focusing on President Claudia Sheinbaum's efforts to reduce violent crime rates, particularly homicides linked to drug gangs.
17 Nov 2025 · 25m
In this episode, the hosts dive into pressing global issues, focusing on the reconstruction of Gaza post-conflict, the implications of AI on white-collar jobs, and the legacy of James Watson, the…
14 Nov 2025 · 24m
In this episode, hosts Jason Palmer and Rosie Blau discuss significant news stories affecting the global landscape, including the end of the longest federal government shutdown in U.S.
13 Nov 2025 · 23m
The little green look: China’s energy revolution
12 Nov 2025 · 22m
In this episode of *The Intelligence* from *The Economist*, hosts Jason Palmer and Rosie Blau discuss a significant societal trend: the increasing number of people choosing to remain single or…
11 Nov 2025 · 25m
In this episode, the resignation of BBC's Director-General Tim Davie and Chief of News Deborah Ternes is discussed in the context of institutional bias accusations.
10 Nov 2025 · 25m
In this episode, hosts Jason Palmer and Rosie Blau discuss Jordan Bardella, the leader of France's National Rally party, who is emerging as a significant player in French politics.
7 Nov 2025 · 26m
In this episode of The Intelligence, hosts Jason Palmer and Rosie Blau discuss significant current events, including the legal challenges to President Trump's tariffs, the rising gender gap in…
6 Nov 2025 · 25m
The Intelligence from The Economist
5 Nov 2025 · 25m
In this episode, hosts Jason Palmer and Rosie Blau explore America's renewed military presence in the Caribbean, highlighted by the USS Gerald R. Ford's deployment.
4 Nov 2025 · 23m
In this episode, the hosts discuss three significant stories:
3 Nov 2025 · 24m
In this episode of *The Intelligence from The Economist*, hosts Jason Palmer and Rosie Blau discuss significant global stories, focusing on a recent trade deal between President Donald Trump and…
31 Oct 2025 · 27m
Discusses reasons behind the exodus of financial professionals and businesses from New York City, explores the dynamics of the alcohol industry, and highlights the rise of a Chinese rapper gaining…
30 Oct 2025 · 22m
The Intelligence from The Economist
29 Oct 2025 · 22m
The Intelligence from The Economist
28 Oct 2025 · 24m
In this episode of The Intelligence, hosts Jason Palmer and Rosie Blau discuss three significant stories: the unexpected victory of President Javier Milei in Argentina's midterm elections, the…
27 Oct 2025 · 25m
This episode discusses the recent tensions between the U.S. and China, particularly focusing on China's decision to restrict rare-earth exports.
24 Oct 2025 · 23m
The episode discusses the ongoing U.S. government shutdown, which has become the second-longest on record, and examines its implications.
23 Oct 2025 · 23m