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How to avoid a hangover

2025-12-31

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Why are hangovers so hard to cure? Alex Hern, our AI writer and Rosie Blau, co-host of the The Intelligence podcast, discuss what actually causes a hangover and if there's way to stop them. 00:00 - What actually causes a hangover? 01:03 - Can you stop a hangover? 02:06 - What might help prevent a hangover? 03:22 - Can folk remedies help? Listen to the full episode: https://econ.st/4aodxfM Why hangovers get worse as you get older:...

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How does The Economist avoid groupthink?

2025-12-31

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How do journalists at The Economist guard against groupthink? Our editors explain the importance of reporting in the field, in a special Insider episode where they answer your questions.

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Is the world in a relationship recession?

2025-12-30

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Singlehood is rising across the world. By The Economist’s estimates, there are at least 100m more single people today than if coupling rates had stayed the same as they were in 2017. What's driving this relationship recession?

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The most influential books of all time

2025-12-29

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What books have changed the world? So many books are published each year but few stand the test of time. Journalists from across The Economist discuss the books that have most shaped the way people behave and think. Click the link to find out about all the books we reviewed - bit.ly/3KYnp5w 00:50 - Frankenstein 02:54 - A Room of One's Own 07:00 - Pride and Prejudice 08:42 - Harry Potter Listen to the full episode: bit.ly/3KYnp5w Books that...

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Four stories to watch out for in 2026

2025-12-28

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What will the world look like in 2026? From wars in space to a superhuman sporting event, and the battle for America’s 250th birthday celebrations—these are some of the stories that will shape the coming year. 00:00 - The World Ahead 2026 00:21 - Competition in space intensifies 03:14 - Central banks face political pressure 05:56 - A superhuman sporting event 08:49 - The battle for America's birthday Read more on The World Ahead 2026:...

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Central banks will face political pressure in 2026

2025-12-28

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In 2026 President Trump’s chosen replacement for chair of the Federal Reserve will indicate whether central bank independence can hold in America. The Economist’s economics editor Henry Curr explains how central banks across the rich world are increasingly coming under political pressure.

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Competition in space will intensify in 2026

2025-12-26

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Fighting a war in space is no longer science fiction. The Economist’s defence editor, Shashank Joshi, explains how military competition is intensifying far above the earth.

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Why grandparents are the real screen addicts

2025-12-25

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Are seniors more addicted to screens than teenagers? Tom Wainwright, our media editor and Rosie Blau, co-host of The Intelligence podcast, discuss the rise of screen use among the elderly and the potential risks and benefits. 01:05 - The risks of excessive screen use 02:22 - Can seniors benefit from using digital devices? 03:21- How are companies responding to older tech users Listen to the full episode: https://econ.st/4pNMWgW Never mind your...

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Why won’t China condemn Russia?

2025-12-24

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Is China prolonging the war in Ukraine? China is Russia’s biggest trading partner and the top buyer of Russian oil, sparking criticism that Beijing is enabling Moscow’s war machine. The Economist’s Geopolitics editor, David Rennie, speaks to Da Wei, a professor at Tsinghua University, to gauge how the Chinese government would respond to such allegations.

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Why China wants Taiwan

2025-12-24

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Reporting on China is challenging. The country’s leaders seldom give interviews to Western media and when they do they tend to stick to prepared official lines. To understand China, journalists rely on well-connected academics who know the workings and worldview of the Communist Party. The Economist’s Geopolitics editor, David Rennie, speaks to one of China’s shrewdest experts on America, Da Wei. He is a professor and director of the Centre for...

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Who are the real screen addicts?

2025-12-24

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Do you think kids spend too much time on their phones? You might be worrying about the wrong age group. Tom Wainwright, our media editor, reveals which generation is the most square-eyed.

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Can you really trust online reviews?

2025-12-23

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Can online reviews actually be trusted? Rosie Blau, co-host of The Intelligence podcast and Andrew Palmer, host of the Boss Class podcast, discuss how consumers can navigate the subjective world of customer ratings. 00:00 - What was the last online review you used? 00:45 - Can you trust an online review? 01:44 - Have researchers looked at how reliable online reviews are? 02:47 - What types of reviews can we rely on? 04:23 - Are there...

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Why do we use slang?

2025-12-22

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Why are phrases like delulu, 67 and hanky panky popular? Lane Greene, our language correspondent, delves into why people love to use slang.

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Why this crypto crash is different

2025-12-19

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Cryptocurrencies have gone mainstream this year, with more people than ever owning digital assets. The Trump administration created the first legal framework for stablecoins; a move widely welcomed by the industry. However, concerns about money laundering, the evasion of sanctions and what this all means for monetary policy persist. Our top economics and finance editors dissect what's been happening. 00:00 - How crypto went mainstream 00:40 -...

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Why this crypto crash is different

2025-12-19

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Crypto is no stranger to volatility. But since hitting record highs in October, bitcoin has plunged more than 30%. Our Wall Street editor, Mike Bird, explains why this correction is different from the others.

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Is it possible to disagree agreeably?

2025-12-19

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The Economist’s editor-in-chief, Zanny Minton Beddoes, explores the power of arguing in schools. economistfoundation.org/donate

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Inside China’s mini-Hollywood

2025-12-18

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Micro-dramas may only be a few minutes long, but they are crammed with racy plot lines and taboo topics. Don Weinland, The Economist's China business and finance editor, visited one of the largest production studios to see behind the scenes of this popular industry.

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Britain’s political system is struggling

2025-12-17

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The Economist has crunched the data to analyse how chaotic the next general election could be.

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The mega-rich have a new obsession

2025-12-15

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The mega-rich are giving up on luxury assets. Forget fine wine, great art and glitzy mansions. Instead, they’re spending on hotels, restaurants and sporting events. The Economist’s senior economics writer, Callum Williams, explores the growth in ultra-luxury services. Tap the link to learn why working as a housekeeper in Palm Beach in Florida can now net you more than $150,000 a year

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Geothermal energy’s massive leap forward

2025-12-13

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Could geothermal soon overtake nuclear power? Vijay Vaitheeswaran, our Global energy & climate innovation editor and winner of the Energy Writer of the Year Award 2025, speaks to Alok Jha, host of the Babbage podcast, about long-neglected geothermal energy and the new suite of technologies that could finally see it rolled out across the world. 00:00 — Why Has Geothermal Energy Been So Limited Until Now? 01:25 — What Is Geothermal Energy and...

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