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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.

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Wage against the machine: the distortions of minimum pay

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

Emission creep: a contentious COP closes

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

Flee country: Britain seeks to slash migration

In this episode, the hosts discuss three primary topics:

21 Nov 2025 · 23m

War graft: scandal engulfs Ukraine

The Intelligence provides daily news and analysis from The Economist, covering key global events.

20 Nov 2025 · 25m

Crown prince arming: Trump sells jets to MBS

This episode of The Intelligence provides a comprehensive analysis of three critical stories impacting global affairs, focusing on:

19 Nov 2025 · 22m

After Sheikh: what next for Bangladesh?

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18 Nov 2025 · 19m

Gang-buster: Can Sheinbaum beat Mexico crime?

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

Toil and rubble: who will rebuild Gaza?

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

Opening punch: Shutdown ends, now more Epstein emails

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

The little green look: China’s energy revolution

12 Nov 2025 · 22m

Home alone: the relationship recession

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

British Broadcasting Capitulation: BBC bosses fall

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

Heir Jordan: the rising star of France’s populist right

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

Recall of duty? Trump’s tariffs in court

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

Into the blue: Democrats win big

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5 Nov 2025 · 25m

Getting their ships together: America in the Caribbean

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

Capital gained: a grim turn in Darfur

In this episode, the hosts discuss three significant stories:

3 Nov 2025 · 24m

Truce story: (a sketch of) a Trump-Xi trade deal

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

Manhattan transfer: New York’s finance folk flee

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

War-chest X-ray: how to finance Ukraine

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29 Oct 2025 · 22m

Bust a vessel: NATO v dark fleets

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28 Oct 2025 · 24m

Let Milei this out: Argentina’s midterms surprise

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

The great brawl: China is winning the trade war

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

Shutting match: what will break the US federal impasse?

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