

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 of *The Intelligence from The Economist*, hosts Jason Palmer and Rosie Blau cover significant global stories including:
15 Jul 2025 · 23m
In this episode, hosts Jason Palmer and Rosie Blau discuss three main topics:
14 Jul 2025 · 21m
In this episode of *The Weekend Intelligence*, Middle East correspondent Gareth Browne delves deep into the mysterious case of Austin Tice, an American journalist who went missing in Syria in 2012.
12 Jul 2025 · 39m
In this episode, hosts Jason Palmer and Rosie Blau discuss the ongoing economic challenges in Britain, including low wages and economic shrinkage.
11 Jul 2025 · 23m
This episode delves into the complexities of the global asylum system, highlighting its inefficiencies and the increasing challenges faced by asylum seekers.
10 Jul 2025 · 22m
In this episode, hosts Jason Palmer and Rosie Blau dive into three main topics: the ongoing drama of President Donald Trump's tariffs, the decline of Brazil's national football team, and the changing…
9 Jul 2025 · 22m
In this episode, hosts Jason Palmer and Rosie Blau discuss pivotal stories affecting global politics, with a focus on the recent state visit of French President Emmanuel Macron to the UK.
8 Jul 2025 · 21m
In this episode, hosts Jason Palmer and Rosie Blau discuss three main stories impacting global affairs:
7 Jul 2025 · 21m
Oh Keir! Labour’s Torrid First Year
4 Jul 2025 · 28m
The award-winning podcast from *The Economist* provides news and analysis from its global network of correspondents, focusing on significant shifts in politics, business, and culture.
3 Jul 2025 · 23m
In this episode, the hosts analyze three pivotal stories shaping global politics and society:
2 Jul 2025 · 24m
The Intelligence from The Economist
1 Jul 2025 · 21m
In this episode, hosted by Jason Palmer and Rosie Blau, the discussion centers around three primary topics:
30 Jun 2025 · 25m
In this episode, hosts Jason Palmer and Rosie Blau discuss significant events shaping the world, including the arrest of Ecuadorian gang leader José Adolfo Macías (FIT0) and its implications for…
27 Jun 2025 · 26m
In this episode, the podcast delves into the life and political maneuvers of Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, Iran's Supreme Leader.
26 Jun 2025 · 24m
In this episode, hosts Jason Palmer and Rosie Blau discuss the shift in consumer behavior in China, where homegrown brands are increasingly dominating the market previously held by Western companies.
25 Jun 2025 · 23m
In this episode, hosts Jason Palmer and Rosie Blau discuss the fragile ceasefire in Iran amidst ongoing military tensions, the implications for regional stability, NATO's commitments to defense…
24 Jun 2025 · 25m
In this episode, hosts Jason Palmer and Rosie Blau explore the aftermath of America's military strikes on Iran, which targeted its nuclear facilities.
23 Jun 2025 · 22m
In this episode, hosts Jason Palmer and Rosie Blau discuss the latest news, focusing primarily on Donald Trump's indecision regarding potential military action against Iran, India’s quest for…
20 Jun 2025 · 24m
This episode discusses the shifting perception of university degrees as a reliable pathway to success, the ongoing situation in Ukraine with Russia's summer offensive, and recommendations for the…
19 Jun 2025 · 23m
The Intelligence from The Economist
18 Jun 2025 · 24m
In this episode, hosts Jason Palmer and Rosie Blau discuss significant events shaping global dynamics, focusing on the current situation in Iran amidst ongoing conflict, President Nayib Bukele's…
17 Jun 2025 · 23m
In this episode, the podcast delves into the ongoing conflict between Israel and Iran, assessing military strategies, the potential for regime change, and the implications for global politics.
16 Jun 2025 · 23m
In this episode, Jason Palmer and Rosie Blau discuss critical global news stories, focusing on:
13 Jun 2025 · 24m