Outsider chance: ending Sudan’s proxy war
Summary
This episode examines Sudan’s ongoing civil war, highlighting the humanitarian crisis and foreign interference by the UAE and Saudi Arabia. It then covers the diplomatic tensions surrounding the new Gordie Howe Bridge between the US and Canada, exacerbated by Trump’s trade policies. Finally, the show honors Betty Saar, the renowned assemblage artist who transformed discarded objects into powerful commentary on slavery and Black identity.
Topics discussed
Sponsor: Backmarket refurbished tech
Intro: Sudan hospital and episode overview
Sudan war: Khartoum ruins and drone strikes
Sudan: Displacement, foreign backers, and peace efforts
Promo: The Economist Insider on AI
Gordie Howe Bridge: Trade benefits and history
Gordie Howe Bridge: Trump's trade dispute and tariffs
Sponsor: Bill.com
Obituary: Junk art genius Betty Sarr
Credits and sign-off
Teaser: The attention economy
Sponsor: Jackson Financial
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