"The Intelligence" from The Economist presents a news and current affairs podcast featuring three distinct segments. The first segment analyzes Britain's new Strategic Defence Review, questioning whether its ambitious plans for military readiness are adequately funded amidst a stretched economy and potential future threats from Russia. The second segment discusses the rising yields on long-term American treasuries, exploring the reasons behind investors reassessing the risks of lending to the U.S. government due to high borrowing and policy uncertainty. Finally, the podcast examines the surprising surge in adult baptisms in France, exploring potential factors such as the aftermath of COVID-19 lockdowns, the search for community, and the influence of Catholic figures on social media.
