Over troubled waters: Trump’s bridge-and-plant plot

The podcast examines the potential escalation of conflict between the U.S. and Iran, alongside the impact of AI on India's IT sector and the rise of "grannycore" among Gen Z. Gregg Carlstrom discusses the parallel wars being fought, with both sides claiming victory despite significant costs, including damage to infrastructure and economies. The conversation explores possible paths forward, with escalation seeming most likely. Gavin Jackson analyzes how AI's impact on Indian IT is evolving, noting that while AI implementation faces challenges, India is shifting towards higher-value services. Caitlin Talbot explores the trend of young people embracing hobbies and aesthetics traditionally associated with older generations, driven by nostalgia and a desire for slower, more genuine connections.