Europe’s View on Trump 2.0; China’s High Level Military Purge

The episode examines pressing global issues, starting with a critique of the Trump administration's approach to Western values, arguing that it undermines the West's defining characteristic: the limitation of state power. The discussion then shifts to European perspectives on American immigration policies and the implications for transatlantic relations, with Zanny Minton Beddoes and Chris Caldwell providing insights. Christopher Johnson analyzes the ouster of China's top general and its potential impact on Taiwan. Meredith Whittaker warns about the privacy risks associated with AI development, particularly agentic AI, and advocates for government regulation or industry self-regulation. Finally, Daniel Skovronsky discusses the potential of GLP-1 drugs to combat obesity and related diseases, highlighting their mechanism and widespread applicability.