Noah Snyder

Shalash Chitnis, a business writer at The Economist, joins Noah Snyder, East Asia Bureau chief, and Catherine Nixey, culture correspondent, to delve into pressing topics. They discuss Trump's plan to cut drug prices and its potential drawbacks for consumers. The podcast also uncovers North Korea's alarming cryptocurrency heists, revealing significant thefts tied to sophisticated hacking operations. Additionally, they pay tribute to Alvaro Mangino, reflecting on his survival story from the Andes crash and its moral implications.

Anne Rowe, obituaries editor, reflects on Mark Tully’s career in India. Noah Snyder, East Asia bureau chief, explores Kim Jong-un’s daughter and succession signaling. Charlotte Howard, New York bureau chief, examines rising public anger over ICE, legal fights and political pressure. Short, focused conversations on immigration tensions, North Korean dynasty moves and a celebrated broadcaster’s legacy.

Anne Rowe, obituaries editor, remembers Mark Tully’s decades reporting in India. Noah Snyder, East Asia bureau chief, reports on Kim Jong Un showcasing his daughter and regime symbolism around succession. Charlotte Howard, New York bureau chief, analyzes rising backlash to the administration’s immigration tactics and congressional pushback. Short, topical scenes covering protests, courts and shifting political signals.