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Economist Podcasts

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Every weekday our global network of correspondents makes sense of the stories beneath the headlines. We bring you surprising trends and tales from around the world, current affairs, business and finance — as well as science and technology.

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Big birthdays are often a time for reflection. Our editors and correspondents chat through the state of American democracy as seen from inside and outside the country, the country’s perennial paroxysms of immigration policy, and its undimmed power to... more

Big oil firms keep one part of their business hush-hush: trading. Amid an almighty oil shock, the majors’ trading arms are raking it in. But competition is mounting. We look at the Trump administration’s messy attempts to regulate frontier AI models,... more

Government help was thin on the ground just after the country’s worst quakes in a century. The America-backed regime is thus on literal and figurative shaky ground. A food-delivery robot trial in England represents the future of the service. And why ... more

With Iran emboldened and America an ever more capricious security partner, Gulf countries face several post-war challenges. They should put their divides aside to tackle them. We dig one last time into our archive to chronicle American history, bring... more

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Cerian Richmond-Jones
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Josh Roberts
Capital Markets correspondent
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Lane Greene
Senior digital editor for The Economist
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Sarah Wu
Chinese correspondent for The Economist
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Alex Bores
Former computer scientist, Democratic primary candidate
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Catherine Brahic
Environment editor
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Tom Carter
Britain economics correspondent
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Georgia Banjo
Britain correspondent
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Hosts

Jason Palmer
Host of The Intelligence, The Economist
Rosie Blau
Host of The Intelligence from The Economist

Reviews

4.5 out of 5 stars from 16.9k ratings
  • So much pun!

    Whoever writes the pun-tastic titles to your podcasts deserves a raise. The protocol may be stretched at times but never broken. Bravo!

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  • But not Israel

    It’s hard to fathom how you can talk about Russian atrocities like bombing a hospital and completely omit Israel from doing that and far worse. It’s inexplicable unless it isn’t.

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  • Interesting Perspectives and Analysis

    Although the Economist has a decidedly liberal bias, it is helpful to hear their perspective and analysis. They cover many news topics that you never hear about the US and the rest of the world. Many topics and countries that the US media ignore. Interesting perspectives on US and other nations issues and news.

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View from the summit: what did the G7 achieve?
Q: Is the G7 still relevant in this context?
There's frustration with the communiqués as compromises that rarely translate into immediate action, but informal one-on-one discussions and private conversations remain valuable for planning future steps, especially around Ukraine and security.
View from the summit: what did the G7 achieve?
Q: Sophie, going into this, all eyes were on the Iran deal. What does Trump say about that?
He claimed the Memorandum of Understanding would be signed and that Iran would not have nuclear capabilities, while suggesting the next phase of negotiations would be easier, though the details remained unclear.
Local, an aesthetic: the deglobalisation of fun
Q: How might this translate to real-world situations outside the lab?
If people sweat off DEET or apply it inconsistently, mosquitoes could learn to associate DEET odors with meals in the wild, potentially reducing the effectiveness of DEET-based repellents in certain conditions.
Local, an aesthetic: the deglobalisation of fun
Q: What kind of research are we talking about that has borne this out?
The study by Claudio Lazari conditioned mosquitoes with the scent of DEET and then observed their behavior when offered food, showing that the DEET scent could become associated with a meal in the right context, which may alter how they respond to repellents.
Fear-jerker: America’s AI backlash
Q: Why do you think AI is a politically explosive issue in the US right now?
Public concern stems from fears about jobs, inequality, and control given to tech firms, with both major parties sharing similar worries about automation's impact.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Economist Podcasts

What is Economist Podcasts about and what kind of topics does it cover?

A weekday show with a global network of correspondents delivering context on current affairs, business, science, and technology. Episodes commonly thread geopolitics, macroeconomics, and culture through field reporting, expert analysis, and on-the-ground updates from major regions. Noteworthy is the willingness to cross traditional boundaries—combining high-stakes policy discussions with industry trends, travel and culture segments, and technology insights—creating a globally informed, civically engaged, and business-savvy listening experience. Listeners are likely professionals seeking nuanced perspectives, with interest in markets, policy, and global developments, presented through a polished newsroom lens rather than purely opinionated t... more

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