Economist Podcasts

Boss Class: Claire Hughes Johnson interview

Boss Class: Emma Walmsley interview

Boss Class: Reid Hoffman interview

Boss Class 7 - Managing yourself: Human factors

Boss Class 6 - Incentivising: Into the upside down

Boss Class 5 - Meetings: The clown car

Boss Class 4 - Teamwork: Inside the yellow line

Boss Class 3 - Recruitment: Testing, testing

Boss Class 2 - Hybrid work: Out of office

Boss Class 1 - Leadership: Weed it and reap

Trailer: Boss Class Season 2

This episode explores the topic of effective management, focusing on how to become a better boss. The host, Andrew Palmer, introduces the second season of his podcast, "Boss Class," which will feature insights from leading companies like Google, Novo Nordisk, and Levi's. Against this backdrop, the podcast promises to...

Modi behaviour: will India retaliate against Pakistan?

This episode explores the escalating tensions between India and Pakistan following a deadly militant attack on tourists in Jammu and Kashmir. Against the backdrop of this attack, India's Prime Minister Narendra Modi promised retaliation, leading to a precarious situation. More significantly, the discussion delves into...

Carney score: last days of Canada’s campaign

This episode explores the upcoming Canadian national election and its implications for the country's political landscape and media ecosystem. Against the backdrop of record early voter turnout fueled by concerns about threats from the US, the podcast delves into the campaign activities of various parties, highlighting ...

Fed man walking? Trump v Powell

This episode explores the multifaceted impacts of work-from-home arrangements, five years after the COVID-19 pandemic. Against the backdrop of a stalled return-to-office trend, the discussion highlights significant cross-country variations in work-from-home adoption, particularly the strong correlation between individu...

Division multiplication: the UAE’s foreign meddling

This episode explores two seemingly disparate yet interconnected global issues: the rice crisis in Japan and the UAE's complex geopolitical role. Against the backdrop of rising rice prices and shortages in Japan, a large-scale farmers' protest highlights the challenges faced by the aging and underpaid agricultural wor...

Cardinals in: choosing the next pope

This episode explores several significant global events and trends. The discussion begins with the death of Pope Francis and the upcoming papal conclave, analyzing the potential impact of a new pope on the Catholic Church's direction, particularly concerning its stance on right-wing populism and internal issues like c...

A man of the people: Pope Francis has died

This episode explores several contemporary trends, focusing on the rising popularity of high-protein diets and the strategic approaches managers employ to encourage employee resignations. Against the backdrop of increased health consciousness and the influence of social media, the demand for high-protein foods has sur...

Gene genies: CRISPR’s critical moment

This episode explores several global trends, beginning with the surging demand for gold in Asia. Against this backdrop, the discussion pivots to the revolutionary potential of CRISPR gene editing technology, highlighting its applications in medicine and agriculture, including the first CRISPR therapy for sickle cell d...

Trump’s fickle, Xi’s pickle: the dynamic driving US-China tensions

This episode explores the multifaceted impacts of the US-China trade war, focusing on the communication breakdown and contrasting negotiation styles between the two nations. Against the backdrop of escalating tariffs and trade restrictions, the discussion analyzes the strategic vulnerabilities exposed by this conflict,...

Cash and checks: Argentina’s next IMF loan

This episode explores the evolving landscape of preparedness in Europe, particularly in the context of geopolitical uncertainty. Against the backdrop of Russia's aggression and the increased awareness of potential crises, governments across the continent are encouraging citizens to prepare for 72-hour emergencies. Mo...