Michelle Fleury

Isabella Weber, an economist from UMass Amherst, discusses bold proposals for making New York City more affordable, such as free buses and universal childcare. Andrew Ryan from the Citizens Budget Commission highlights fiscal challenges and the city's budget constraints, questioning the feasibility of these ambitious plans. Michelle Fleury, BBC's North America correspondent, shares insights on business reactions to the mayoral race and Mamdani’s appeal. Together, they explore the complexities of addressing affordability in the city that never sleeps.

Lucy Williamson, BBC Middle East correspondent, tracks Israel’s pause on striking Iranian gas sites and the politics behind it. Simi Jolo, BBC Washington reporter, follows America’s divided mood. Michelle Fleury, BBC business correspondent, looks at oil market jitters. Ben Chu, BBC economics journalist, speaks to a scientist about microplastics and fertility. Will Chalk, BBC producer, adds eerie numbers-station intrigue.

Julie Green, a Professor of American Studies, and Michelle Fleury, BBC's North America business correspondent, dive deep into the Panama Canal's storied past and its recent resurgence in U.S. political discourse. They discuss Trump’s ambitions to reclaim the canal, viewed as a strategic move against China's growing influence. Green highlights the engineering marvel behind the canal, while Fleury analyzes the economic implications and rising transit fees that are reshaping U.S.-Panama relations.