Share
Editor's Picks from The Economist
Editor’s Picks: The microstate in Europe with close ties to Russia
•
A handpicked article read aloud from the latest issue of The Economist. Today, we consider the small republic of San Marino, which is surrounded by Italy. Nestled in the heart of the EU, the tiny republic is alarmingly friendly with Russia.
Listen to what matters most, from global politics and business to science and technology—subscribe to Economist Podcasts+
For more information about how to access Economist Podcasts+, please visit our FAQs page or watch our video explaining how to link your account.
More episodes
View all episodes
Above the law: A murder in Kazakhstan
03:40A handpicked article read aloud from the latest issue of The Economist. Today, we consider the rule of law in Kazakhstan, where a murder trial has shone a light on the culture of impunity that exists among the well-connected.Get a world of insights for 50% off—subscribe to Economist Podcasts+ For more information about how to access Economist Podcasts+, please visit our FAQs page or watch our video explaining how to link your account.Editor’s Picks: Big tech’s bid for power
09:23A handpicked article read aloud from the latest issue of The Economist. Today, amid the AI revolution, big tech needs more computing power—and the electricity to power it. Alphabet, Amazon and Microsoft are on the hunt for new energy sources.Get a world of insights for 50% off—subscribe to Economist Podcasts+For more information about how to access Economist Podcasts+, please visit our FAQs page or watch our video explaining how to link your account.Editor’s Picks: Why Arab armed forces have lousy reputations
08:11A handpicked article read aloud from the latest issue of The Economist. Today, we evaluate why Arab militaries often fall short. Misguided approaches to spending and training may be to blame. Get a world of insights for 50% off—subscribe to Economist Podcasts+For more information about how to access Economist Podcasts+, please visit our FAQs page or watch our video explaining how to link your account.Editor’s Picks: How Labour is courting British business
07:35A handpicked article read aloud from the latest issue of The Economist. Today, Britain’s Labour Party is on course to form the next government. We examine what a Labour win would mean for business.Get a world of insights for 50% off—subscribe to Economist Podcasts+For more information about how to access Economist Podcasts+, please visit our FAQs page or watch our video explaining how to link your account.Editor’s Picks: The old financial order is disintegrating
07:40A handpicked article read aloud from the latest issue of The Economist. Today, why the order that has governed the global economy since the second world war is close to collapse.Listen to what matters most, from global politics and business to science and technology—subscribe to Economist Podcasts+For more information about how to access Economist Podcasts+, please visit our FAQs page or watch our video explaining how to link your account.Editor’s Picks: The resurgence of global jihadism
13:53A handpicked article read aloud from the latest issue of The Economist. Today, extremists are on the march again—and they are using the war in Gaza to radicalise a new generation.Listen to what matters most, from global politics and business to science and technology—subscribe to Economist Podcasts+For more information about how to access Economist Podcasts+, please visit our FAQs page or watch our video explaining how to link your account.Editor’s Picks: Why Americans work harder than Europeans
08:21A handpicked article read aloud from the latest issue of The Economist. Today, we examine why American workers put in more hours than their European counterparts. Listen to what matters most, from global politics and business to science and technology—subscribe to Economist Podcasts+For more information about how to access Economist Podcasts+, please visit our FAQs page or watch our video explaining how to link your account.Editor’s Picks: Why biotech startups are enjoying a revival
07:52A handpicked article read aloud from the latest issue of The Economist. Today, we ask whether smaller drugmakers could upstage big pharma.Listen to what matters most, from global politics and business to science and technology—subscribe to Economist Podcasts+For more information about how to access Economist Podcasts+, please visit our FAQs page or watch our video explaining how to link your account.Editor’s Picks: The new economics of immigration
10:56A handpicked article read aloud from the latest issue of The Economist. Today, as immigration surges in the rich world, we consider the economic implications of a new wave of arrivals—many of whom are low-skilled.Listen to what matters most, from global politics and business to science and technology—subscribe to Economist Podcasts+For more information about how to access Economist Podcasts+, please visit our FAQs page or watch our video explaining how to link your account.