Economist Podcasts

Economist Podcasts

The Economist

3 episodes

Episodes

It’s not easy being Green: Zack Polanski
Aug 17, 2026 · 23m
This episode explores Zach Polanski’s transformation of the UK Green Party into a populist force, his unconventional background, and his rivalry with Labour.
Afghanistan, five years on: our correspondent visits
Aug 14, 2026 · 26m
This episode examines Afghanistan five years after the Taliban takeover, highlighting consolidated hardliner power, widespread poverty, and restricted freedoms for women.
Caracas under pressure: democracy in Venezuela
Aug 13, 2026 · 21m
This episode covers US-backed political talks in Venezuela aimed at restoring democracy, noting the controversial exclusion of opposition leader Maria Corina Machado.
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