In this podcast episode, we explore urgent global issues, starting with the troubling civilian casualties in Gaza and the resulting violence in Lebanon, as UN accusations against Israel escalate. We then shift our focus to international diplomatic strains, including the ongoing tensions between India and Canada, as well as Chinese views on the upcoming U.S. elections. The discussion highlights economic inequalities through Nobel Prize-winning research that examines the impact of colonialism. Additionally, we consider societal progress through Lilly Ledbetter’s contributions to pay equity, alongside the debates sparked by a new biopic about Donald Trump. This episode underscores the intricate connections between politics, history, and social justice.