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The Intelligence from The Economist

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Join Jason Palmer and Rosie Blau for noise-cancelling news and analysis from The Economist's global network of correspondents. Every weekday this award-winning podcast 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. ... more

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Zan Smiley
Editor-at-large at The Economist with insights on Cuba.
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Avantika Chilkoti
Global business correspondent
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Matt Kaplan
Science correspondent
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Hosts

Rosie Blau
Co-host with extensive experience in journalism and coverage of global issues.
Jason Palmer
Co-host known for his analytical approach to news, providing depth and context to current events.

Reviews

4.6 out of 5 stars from 9.8k ratings
  • One of the few news sources that I trust.

    Podcast Addict
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    addem
    a month ago
  • The Intelligence is a smart and engaging podcast that makes global news easy to understand. The hosts are insightful, and each episode offers a perfect mix of analysis and storytelling. A great daily listen for anyone who wants to stay informed.

    Podchaser
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    m
    2 months ago
  • Replaced ‘The Today programme’ for me

    After Brexit I could no longer stand radio 4 and the, frankly dreadful, biased journalism.

    This show is perfect; short, to the point and at about 25 min, perfect length.

    A brilliant podcast!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Zzz123456789zzz
    United Kingdom2 months ago
  • The “ socialist” take on daily news from a socialist newspaper

    Politically quite biased . Most of the podcasters and “guests” invited are openly left leaning socialists . Simply scroll down the podcast feed and just by reading the titles you can judge yourself

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    uadissa
    Australia3 months ago
  • The Daily Mirror for mid-wits

    The quality of journalism has been going steadily downhill over the past couple of years. If I wanted to hear half-baked pontification and sensationalism, I’d just read The Daily Mirror. I’m finally unsubscribing to the magazine and podcasts. Not worth my time, and definitely not worth my money.

    Apple Podcasts
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    Nanda Farai
    Canada3 months ago

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The in-depth coverage on Saturdays is especially valued for its detailed storytelling and rich context.
Some listeners express concerns regarding perceived biases in the reporting, particularly regarding political leanings.
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Listeners appreciate the concise and insightful analysis of global events, often finding it helpful for understanding complex topics.

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#222
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#7
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#12
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By introducing novelties that need to be understood through science, which in turn changes the perception of the future.
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Q: Can a book change the world?
Yes, almost nothing other than books change the world; they represent turning points in history.
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Q: Are there particular platforms that are more reliable than others?
Yes, different platforms have different norms, and sharing economy platforms like Airbnb tend to have more generous reviews due to user relationships.
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Q: Are there particular types of review that we should be able to rely on?
Look for individuals who review frequently, as their reviews tend to provide a more balanced perspective and avoid extremities.
Growing pains: a recession in recessions
Q: Can you trust an online review?
Online reviews are better than having no information at all, but they are subjective, presenting flaws in their utility.

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