Boom with a view: our economy of the year

The Intelligence podcast presents a fresh perspective on global events. It starts with an analysis of the best and worst performing economies of 2025, highlighting Portugal's success due to tourism, favorable tax regimes, and recovery from the 2008 recession, while also noting the struggles of countries affected by the 2022 energy price shock. The podcast then explores Dalit cuisine in India, revealing its unique ingredients and cooking methods rooted in historical social segregation and scarcity, and the challenges it faces in gaining mainstream recognition. Finally, the episode examines the resurgence of river transport in London via Uber Boat by Thames Clippers, discussing its history, costs, and potential as an environmentally sound commuter option.