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Donald Trump has brokered a deal in Gaza. The hostages are home and the prisoners released—how can the president ensure a lasting peace? John Prideaux hosts with Charlotte Howard and James Bennet.Transcripts of our podcasts are available via economist.com/podcastsListen to what matters most, from global politics and business to science and technology—subscribe to Economist Podcasts+ For more information about how to access Economist Podcasts+, please visit our FAQs page or watch our video explaining how to link your account.
The government shutdown has entered its second week, and neither party appears ready to budge. The Democrats want to extend tax credits for people who use the Affordable Care Act. Political pressure appears to be building on Republicans to acquiesce. Will the politics of healthcare force them to give in? John Prideaux hosts with Stevie Hertz and Steve Coll.Transcripts of our podcasts are available via economist.com/podcastsListen to what matters most, from global politics and business to science and technology—subscribe to Economist Podcasts+ For more information about how to access Economist Podcasts+, please visit our FAQs page or watch our video explaining how to link your account.
The Supreme Court begins a new term next week and it will likely be a good one for President Trump. Since its last term ended, the court has handed him victory in a string of emergency decisions. If the court continues to deliver for the president, he will be even more powerful than he is already. But at what expense?John Prideaux hosts with Charlotte Howard and Steve Coll.Transcripts of our podcasts are available via economist.com/podcastsListen to what matters most, from global politics and business to science and technology—subscribe to Economist Podcasts+ For more information about how to access Economist Podcasts+, please visit our FAQs page or watch our video explaining how to link your account.
Americans are souring on Israel. Isolationists in the Republican Party are questioning why Israel has been exempt from America First foreign policy. And Democrats worry about the humanitarian crisis in Gaza. In all, it’s a troubling sign for Israel and the special bond between the two allies.John Prideaux hosts with Charlotte Howard and James Bennet.Runtime: 49.29Transcripts of our podcasts are available via economist.com/podcastsListen to what matters most, from global politics and business to science and technology—subscribe to Economist Podcasts+ For more information about how to access Economist Podcasts+, please visit our FAQs page or watch our video explaining how to link your account.
The Democratic Socialists of America are on the brink of capturing real power for the first time. But ahead of Zohran Mamdani’s probable election as New York mayor, the DSA has made its positions more politically palatable to a broader electorate. Is the DSA trying to ready itself for a greater role in American politics, beyond New York?John Prideaux hosts with Charlotte Howard and James Bennet.Features a clip from Paramount Pictures. Runtime: 49.51Transcripts of our podcasts are available via economist.com/podcasts Listen to what matters most, from global politics and business to science and technology—subscribe to Economist Podcasts+ For more information about how to access Economist Podcasts+, please visit our FAQs page or watch our video explaining how to link your account.
The assassination of Charlie Kirk comes after a string of political violence in the United States. The conservative activist was shot dead on Wednesday. Are America’s political leaders willing to try and lower tensions to prevent further violence?John Prideaux hosts with Charlotte Howard and James Bennet.Runtime: 35.14Transcripts of our podcasts are available via economist.com/podcasts Listen to what matters most, from global politics and business to science and technology—subscribe to Economist Podcasts+ For more information about how to access Economist Podcasts+, please visit our FAQs page or watch our video explaining how to link your account.
Trump’s approval rating is low, but it is higher than the Democratic Party's. Less than one year since losing the White House, the opposition party has failed to unite behind a common message and stand up to Trump. What makes it so hard? John Prideaux hosts with Charlotte Howard and James Bennet.Runtime: 50.56Transcripts of our podcasts are available via economist.com/podcasts Listen to what matters most, from global politics and business to science and technology—subscribe to Economist Podcasts+ For more information about how to access Economist Podcasts+, please visit our FAQs page or watch our video explaining how to link your account.
Donald Trump slapped 50% tariffs on Brazilian goods in early August. He did so because the country will soon begin a trial prosecuting its former strongman, and Trump ally, Jair Bolsonaro. America has sanctioned the judge in the case. Will Trump damage relations with an American ally to stick with his friend? John Prideaux hosts with James Bennet and Ana Lankes.Runtime: 51.06Transcripts of our podcasts are available via economist.com/podcasts Listen to what matters most, from global politics and business to science and technology—subscribe to Economist Podcasts+ For more information about how to access Economist Podcasts+, please visit our FAQs page or watch our video explaining how to link your account.
President Donald Trump reversed his decision to block the sale of certain Nvidia chips to China. In exchange for the export permission, the American government will reap some of the company’s profits. Has he traded technological advantage—and national security—for financial gain? John Prideaux hosts with Charlotte Howard and James Bennet.Runtime: 51.16Transcripts of our podcasts are available via economist.com/podcasts Listen to what matters most, from global politics and business to science and technology—subscribe to Economist Podcasts+ For more information about how to access Economist Podcasts+, please visit our FAQs page or watch our video explaining how to link your account.
The Alaska meeting between President Donald Trump and Russian leader Vladimir Putin marks a significant moment in Russia’s war in Ukraine. American allies had worked to isolate Putin after the 2022 invasion. What will his visit to American soil mean for his continued war of aggression? John Prideaux hosts with Charlotte Howard and James Bennet.Runtime: 50.49Transcripts of our podcasts are available via economist.com/podcasts Listen to what matters most, from global politics and business to science and technology—subscribe to Economist Podcasts+ For more information about how to access Economist Podcasts+, please visit our FAQs page or watch our video explaining how to link your account.
President Donald Trump told Texas Republicans to redraw their congressional maps to create five new safe Republican districts. He’s trying to protect his majority in the House, but he’s set off a scramble in Democratic run states to do the same. Charlotte Howard hosts with James Bennet and Dan Rosenheck.Runtime: 49:08Transcripts of our podcasts are available via economist.com/podcasts Listen to what matters most, from global politics and business to science and technology—subscribe to Economist Podcasts+ For more information about how to access Economist Podcasts+, please visit our FAQs page or watch our video explaining how to link your account.
The New START treaty regulating the stockpiles of American and Russian nuclear weapons is set to expire early next year. Neither side has said they will renew it. What will the next era of nuclear deterrence look like? James Bennet hosts with Steve Coll and Anton La Guardia.Runtime: 49:44Transcripts of our podcasts are available via economist.com/podcasts Listen to what matters most, from global politics and business to science and technology—subscribe to Economist Podcasts+ For more information about how to access Economist Podcasts+, please visit our FAQs page or watch our video explaining how to link your account.
Energy policy, asylum law, the evolving GOP and Elon Musk's plan for a new political party. This week we answer your questions, including the likelihood of a third Trump term. John Prideaux hosts with Charlotte Howard and James Bennet.Runtime: 49:02Transcripts of our podcasts are available via economist.com/podcasts Listen to what matters most, from global politics and business to science and technology—subscribe to Economist Podcasts+ For more information about how to access Economist Podcasts+, please visit our FAQs page or watch our video explaining how to link your account.
The global economy has proven to be remarkably resilient. Growth has held up, but how much of a factor could Donald Trump play? His tariffs are set to take effect in the coming weeks, and he’s now mulling firing the independent Federal Reserve chairman. John Prideaux hosts with Charlotte Howard and James Bennet.Runtime: 50.46Transcripts of our podcasts are available via economist.com/podcasts Listen to what matters most, from global politics and business to science and technology—subscribe to Economist Podcasts+ For more information about how to access Economist Podcasts+, please visit our FAQs page or watch our video explaining how to link your account.
The Trump Administration’s goal of mass deportation now seems more possible, after Congress passed the Big Beautiful Bill. It includes $75 billion for ICE. How fundamentally will it change immigration policy in America?John Prideaux hosts with Charlotte Howard and James Bennet.Runtime: 50.32Transcripts of our podcasts are available via economist.com/podcasts Listen to what matters most, from global politics and business to science and technology—subscribe to Economist Podcasts+ For more information about how to access Economist Podcasts+, please visit our FAQs page or watch our video explaining how to link your account.
Congress dutifully passed Donald Trump’s $4 trillion tax and policy bill, despite many members’ reservations about its cost. Congressional leaders crammed all of Trump’s priorities into it, but the bill will cause millions of people in lower-income brackets to lose their health insurance and damage the foundations of America’s economy.John Prideaux hosts with Charlotte Howard and Idrees Kahloon.Runtime: 50.50Transcripts of our podcasts are available via economist.com/podcastsListen to what matters most, from global politics and business to science and technology—subscribe to Economist Podcasts+ For more information about how to access Economist Podcasts+, please visit our FAQs page or watch our video explaining how to link your account.
President Donald Trump helped to broker a ceasefire between Israel and Iran, after America bombed Iranian nuclear facilities. All sides are claiming victory, but what does the conflict —and existing ceasefire—mean for the leaders of all three countries? John Prideaux hosts with Charlotte Howard and Idrees Kahloon.Runtime: 50.29Transcripts of our podcasts are available via economist.com/podcasts Listen to what matters most, from global politics and business to science and technology—subscribe to Economist Podcasts+ For more information about how to access Economist Podcasts+, please visit our FAQs page or watch our video explaining how to link your account.
Israel and Iran have been launching airstrikes at one another for more than a week. Now, President Donald Trump says he’ll decide in two weeks if, or how, the United States will join the war. Will the president abandon diplomacy to become one of the interventionists he’s derided for years? John Prideaux hosts with Charlotte Howard and Idrees Kahloon.Runtime: 49.38Transcripts of our podcasts are available via economist.com/podcasts Listen to what matters most, from global politics and business to science and technology—subscribe to Economist Podcasts+ For more information about how to access Economist Podcasts+, please visit our FAQs page or watch our video explaining how to link your account.
Donald Trump escalated the tension in California when he deployed the National Guard—against Governor Gavin Newsom’s objections—amid protests against immigration raids. Trump had been facing pressure from the right for the slow pace of deportations. The protests in Los Angeles have calmed down, but they’ve spread to other cities. John Prideaux hosts with Charlotte Howard and Idrees Kahloon.Runtime: 51:27Transcripts of our podcasts are available via economist.com/podcasts Listen to what matters most, from global politics and business to science and technology—subscribe to Economist Podcasts+ For more information about how to access Economist Podcasts+, please visit our FAQs page or watch our video explaining how to link your account.
Many of the diversity, equity and inclusion programs that took off after the murder of George Floyd five years ago are ending. President Trump has called them illegal, and his Justice Department has vowed to investigate private sector companies that it deems have discriminatory DEI programs. Will the second Trump term end the era of DEI?Charlotte Howard hosts with Adam O’Neal and Idrees Kahloon.Runtime: 50:47Transcripts of our podcasts are available via economist.com/podcasts Listen to what matters most, from global politics and business to science and technology—subscribe to Economist Podcasts+ For more information about how to access Economist Podcasts+, please visit our FAQs page or watch our video explaining how to link your account.
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