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Nigeria sorely needed the enormous oil refinery built by Aliko Dangote, who was already Africa’s richest man. We ask what that new capacity means for him, for Nigeria and for the continent. We speak to the surprisingly large and diverse Iranian diaspora in Los Angeles. And how a cancer diagnosis seems to drive some people to a life of crime. Guests and host: Ọrẹ Ogunbiyi – Africa correspondent Aryn Braun – West Coast correspondent Ainslie Johnstone – data journalist Rosie Blau, co-host of “The Intelligence” Jason Palmer, co-host of “The Intelligence” Topics covered: Aliko Dangote, Nigeria, oil, energy security Iran’s diaspora, California cancer, crime, data Get a world of insights by subscribing 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. Hosted on Acast.

Control of the Strait of Hormuz has become the focus of the war in Iran. The options available point to an acute risk of a broadening regional conflict. China is making great strides in building humanoid robots —but so far they are more about entertainment than utility. And a look at the science to help you get power naps right. Guests and hosts: Gregg Carlstrom, Middle East correspondent Don Weinland, China business and finance editor Harry Taunton, audience editor Rosie Blau, co-host of “The Intelligence” Jason Palmer, co-host of “The Intelligence” Topics covered: Iran war, Strait of Hormuz, Middle East China, humanoid robots power naps, wellness Get a world of insights by subscribing 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. Hosted on Acast.

As Israel continues to pound Iran and expands its offensive against Hizbullah in Lebanon, there are rumblings of disunity with America over the path and goal of the conflict. Why now is the time to buy rubbish stocks. And celebrating the life of grand-clown Philippe Gaulier. Guests and host: Anshel Pfeffer, Israel correspondent Josh Roberts, capital markets correspondent Ann Wroe, obituaries editor Rosie Blau, host of “The Intelligence” Topics covered: Israel, Iran, Lebanon, Netanyahu, Trump, Hizbullah, refuelling plane Markets, oil prices, quality stocks, junk stocks, investment Philippe Gaulier, clowns, obituary 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. Hosted on Acast.

Iran continues to retaliate against attacks with ferocity. Though many of its ballistic missile facilities have been razed, its vast drone armoury is powerful and destructive. Who will benefit from India’s boom in data centres? And why giant board games are not child’s play. Guests and host: Shashank Joshi, defence editor Gavin Jackson, South Asia business and finance correspondent Rosie Blau, co-host of “The Intelligence” Jason Palmer, co-host of “The intelligence” Topics covered: Iran, America, Shahed drones, Geran, Ukraine, Zelenksy India, data centres, Amazon, Meta, Google, Nvidia Monopoly, board games, toys, kidults 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. Hosted on Acast.

Overnight, the Pentagon said it “eliminated” 16 Iranian mine-laying ships, raising further jitters about the global impact of the war in Iran. Fifteen years after a tsunami caused the Fukushima nuclear disaster, Japan is restarting reactors. And our correspondent meets Jafar Panahi, the Iranian director whose film is nominated for two Oscars this weekend. Guests and host: Rachana Shanbhogue, business and finance editor Noah Sneider, East Asia bureau chief Andrew Miller, “Back Story” columnist Rosie Blau, host of “The Intelligence” Topics covered: Iran, oil prices, Donald Trump, Strait of Hormuz, Brent crude, International Energy Agency, Russia Japan, nuclear, Fukushima, tepco Oscars, “It Was Just An Accident”, Jafar Panahi 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. Hosted on Acast.

After oil prices climbed to nearly $120 a barrel yesterday, Donald Trump signalled a possible abrupt end to the conflict in Iran. Markets calmed, but the course of the war remains unclear. Why China’s government has said little about Iran. And how a hippy grocery store became America’s swankiest supermarket. Guests and host: Edward Carr, deputy editor of “The Economist” Simon Rabinovitch, Beijing bureau chief Avantika Chilkoti, global business correspondent Rosie Blau, host of “The Intelligence” Topics covered: Iran, Donald Trump, Brent Crude, financial markets, Asia, oil shock Chinese foreign policy, Wang Yi Erewhon, food prices, supermarkets 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. Hosted on Acast.

After Iran appoints a new supreme leader, what does the choice tell us about the resilience of the regime and how the war will progress? Scientific research in America has taken a battering in Donald Trump’s second term. And why British choirs face a shortage of tenor voices. Guests and host: Gregg Carlstrom, Middle East correspondent Daniella Raz, US correspondent Joel Budd, Britain social affairs editor Rosie Blau, host of “The Intelligence” Topics covered: Iran, Mojtaba Khamenei, oil prices Scientific research, National Science Foundation, renewable energy Tenors, choirs, Oxford University 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. Hosted on Acast.

After a momentous week, our editors reflect on how uncertainty about the goals of the war in Iran will affect its course. Iran’s retaliation has been fierce and wide ranging. How long can Gulf stocks of missile interceptors last? And our obituaries editor looks back at the life of Iran’s supreme leader Ali Khamenei. Guests and host: Edward Carr, Economist deputy editor Josie Delap, Middle East editor Shashank Joshi, defence editor Ann Wroe, obituaries editor Rosie Blau, host of “The Intelligence” Topics covered: Iran, Donald Trump, third Gulf war, war goals Interceptor missiles, military strategy Ali Khamenei 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. Hosted on Acast.

As America continues to batter Iran, what are the domestic implications of the war for Donald Trump? The widening conflict has prompted some European countries to deploy defensive forces. France has also announced a bigger shift in policy: to bolster its nuclear arsenal. And the politics of beer and nappies. Guests and host: Adam Roberts, foreign editor Sophie Pedder, Paris bureau chief Shera Avi-Yonah, business writer Rosie Blau, co-host of “The Intelligence” Jason Palmer, co-host of “The intelligence” Topics covered: Iran, Donald Trump, senate, Turkey France, Macron, nuclear warheads, NATO MAGA, marketing 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. Hosted on Acast.

As America and Israel continue to bombard Iran, much of Iran’s retaliation is directed against energy infrastructure. With tankers blocked and oil prices rising, our correspondent discusses the impact on the global economy. Why do student debts weigh heavily on Britain’s graduates? And is line dancing really becoming sexy? Guests and host: Rachana Shanbhogue, business affairs editor Josh Roberts, capital markets correspondent Hollie Berman, news editor, US bureau Rosie Blau, co-host of “The Intelligence” Jason Palmer, co-host of “The intelligence” Topics covered: Iran, oil, gas, global economy, Dubai, Gulf, stockmarkets Britain, universities, student loans, tax Line dancing, New York, bar culture 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. Hosted on Acast.

The war in Iran has entered its fourth day with further American and Israeli strikes, and Iranian retaliation across the region. Now Israel’s prime minister Binyamin Netanyahu has launched a ground offensive in Lebanon. Attacks on Tehran involved the use of Artificial Intelligence, so why is the Pentagon picking a fight with Anthropic, its supplier? Hosted on Acast.

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This weekend, America and Israel launched long-anticipated attacks on Iran, killing Ali Khamenei, the country’s supreme leader. Our correspondents analyse what his death means for the country and the strategy behind Iran’s retaliation. We report how Gulf States are dealing with unprecedented instability within their borders. And we assess Iran’s military capability and what might happen next. Guests and host: Nicolas Pelham, Middle East correspondent Gregg Carlstrom, Middle East correspondent Gareth Browne, Middle East reporter Shashank Joshi, defence editor Rosie Blau, co-host of “The Intelligence” Topics covered: Iran attacks, military capability Ali Khamenei, succession Donald Trump, foreign policy Gulf States, Dubai 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. Hosted on Acast.

For all the promise of transformation that artificial intelligence offers, a close look at macroeconomic data shows little change. Sit tight. A brutal attack in Nigeria reveals how the security crisis is spreading ominously. And a tribute to Virginia Oliver, who cut an unusual figure on the lobster boat she skippered for decades. Guests and host: Alex Domash, economics correspondent Ọrẹ Ogunbiyi, Africa correspondent Jon Fasman, senior culture correspondent Jason Palmer, co-host of “The Intelligence” Topics covered: Artificial intelligence, macroeconomics Nigeria, security, jihadism Virginia Oliver, Maine, lobsters Get a world of insights by subscribing 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. Hosted on Acast.

As a military build-up continues in the Middle East, President Donald Trump’s messaging remains ambiguous. What could, at this stage, head off conflict? Our series on America’s 250th birthday continues with a dive into our archive on the era leading up to civil war. And a couple of recommendations for the silver and the small screen. Guests and host: Gregg Carlstrom, Middle East correspondent Annie Crabill, senior digital editor Alexandra Suich Bass, Culture editor Jason Palmer, co-host of “The Intelligence” Topics covered: Iran, nuclear deal, military build-up American history entertainment, “Dreams”, “Bridgerton” Get a world of insights by subscribing 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. Hosted on Acast.

The targeting of “El Mencho”, the leader of one of the country’s two biggest gangs, has resulted in a predictable spate of violence —more of which is virtually assured. We take a rare look inside Russia to see how four years of war has changed the country. And some surprising advice on how to get your best marathon time. Guests and host: Sarah Birke, Mexico City bureau chief Arkady Ostrovsky, Russia editor Tim Cross, senior science writer Ainslie Johnstone, data journalist Jason Palmer, co-host of “The Intelligence” Topics covered: Mexico, cartels, gang violence Russia, economy, Ukraine war Running, training, marathons Get a world of insights by subscribing 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. Hosted on Acast.

On the fourth anniversary of a war that many predicted would last mere days, much has changed—even beyond the unthinkable misery in Ukraine itself. Alliances have weakened, Europe is rearming like never before and the very nature of modern war has been redefined. Our correspondents take stock and consider what kind of peace is even possible. Guests and host: Edward Carr, deputy editor Oliver Carroll, Ukraine correspondent Shashank Joshi, defence editor Jason Palmer, co-host of “The Intelligence” Topics covered: war in Ukraine, Russia, defence, diplomacy Get a world of insights by subscribing 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. Hosted on Acast.

The smackdown by America’s Supreme Court was resounding: the bulk of Donald Trump’s tariffs were instituted illegally. He will try to rebuild his tariff wall, brick by brick—creating a new crop of winners and losers. Australia’s surging One Nation party threatens a conservative coalition that was already looking slightly shaky. And why Agatha Christie’s prolific output is so enduringly popular. Guests and host: Rachana Shanbhogue, business-affairs editor Aaron Connelly, Asia diplomatic editor Jon Fasman, senior culture correspondent Jason Palmer, co-host of “The Intelligence” Topics covered: America’s Supreme Court, Donald Trump, tariffs Australian politics, Pauline Hanson Agatha Christie Get a world of insights by subscribing 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. Hosted on Acast.

The detainment of King Charles’s brother is almost without precedent in Britain’s long royal history. He denies wrongdoing, but damage to “The Firm” is already assured. Saudi Arabia and the United Arab Emirates have fallen into a very public spat that may have grave implications far beyond the region. And our obituaries editor reflects on the life of Jesse Jackson. Guests and host: Sonny Loughran, Britain writer Gregg Carlstrom, Middle East correspondent Ann Wroe, Obituaries editor Jason Palmer, co-host of “The Intelligence” Topics covered: Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor, Britain’s royal family, Jeffrey Epstein Saudi Arabia, United Arab Emirates, diplomacy Jesse Jackson Get a world of insights by subscribing 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. Hosted on Acast.

Yoon Suk Yeol, South Korea’s ex-president, has been handed a life sentence for insurrection. That is by no means the end of the story of division in the country. Nervous AI-watchers fret about which workers might be replaced; our analysis suggests white-collar workers can breathe easy. And the memoir of Gisèle Pelicot, a rape survivor turned global symbol of strength. Guests and hosts: Noah Sneider, East Asia bureau chief Alex Domash, economics correspondent Alexandra Suich Bass, Culture editor Rosie Blau, co-host of “The Intelligence” Jason Palmer, co-host of “The Intelligence” Topics covered: South Korea, Yoon Suk Yeol AI, white-collar jobs Gisèle Pelicot, memoir Get a world of insights by subscribing 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. Hosted on Acast.