Economist Podcasts War graft: scandal engulfs Ukraine
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Nov 20, 2025 
Oliver Carroll, Ukraine correspondent for The Economist, discusses the controversial US-Russia peace proposal and the corruption scandal shaking Ukraine's leadership. Michael Reid reflects on Spain’s evolution since Franco's death and the pressing economic challenges it faces today. Daniela Raz, a data journalist, shares insights from a study revealing how workplace romances impact wages, particularly highlighting gender disparities in outcomes. Each guest brings a unique perspective to global issues from politics to economics.
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Yermak As The Likely Fall Guy
- Pressure mounts on Andriy Yermak as a potential scapegoat despite no direct implication.
- Oliver Carroll explains Yermak's gatekeeper role and why critics demand his removal to save the administration.
Anti-Corruption Clash Intensifies
- Anti-corruption bodies clash with the presidential office amid martial-law constraints.
- Oliver Carroll warns prosecutors will make deals and Zelensky faces an urgent choice to act decisively.
Spain's Dramatic Transformation
- Spain transformed economically and socially since Franco, with higher life expectancy and incomes.
- Michael Reid says Spain now enjoys strong growth and liberal social change compared with 1975.