This podcast tackles the tragic aftermath of the earthquake in Turkey and Syria, with the death toll exceeding 50,000. It explores the role of substandard construction and government neglect in the disaster, while also discussing the political and economic factors that enabled the rise of Erdogan and contributed to the rapid building boom. The discussion highlights the consequences of building amnesties, the enforcement problems surrounding building codes, and the tendency to overlook distant threats like earthquakes. It also mentions Erdogan's swift response to the crisis, such as visiting the affected area and promising to rebuild homes in a year, while also considering the upcoming elections as a key test for his political future.
