Simon Wright
Industry editor at The Economist who analyses aviation and business topics, including Ryanair's strategy and Michael O'Leary's leadership.
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Feb 4, 2026 • 20min
Peter and the wolves: Mandelson falls but Epstein scandal spreads
Duncan Robinson, Britain political editor who unpacks the fallout from newly revealed Epstein files and Peter Mandelson’s resignation. Simon Wright, industry editor who explains Ryanair’s ruthless low-cost strategy and why it reshaped European air travel. Bella, a researcher/journalist who outlines surprising findings on same-sex sexual behaviour across animals and links to environment and social structure.
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Feb 4, 2026 • 20min
Peter and the wolves: Mandelson falls but Epstein scandal spreads
Duncan Robinson, Britain political editor, outlines Peter Mandelson's links to Jeffrey Epstein and the political fallout. Simon Wright, industry editor, breaks down Ryanair’s ruthless cost-cutting and growth strategy. Bella King, news desk journalist, explores widespread same-sex behaviour in animals and the environmental and social patterns researchers find.
May 25, 2023 • 25min
A Ron turn: DeSantis’s disastrous announcement
Idris Kaloun, a U.S. politics writer for The Economist, and Simon Wright, the publication's industry editor focused on aviation, delve into the tumultuous launch of Ron DeSantis's presidential campaign, marked by tech mishaps and a struggle for relevance against Trump. They also explore the daunting challenge airlines face in achieving net zero emissions while air travel surges. Additionally, the Hollywood writers' strike opens unexpected opportunities for UK film and TV as American productions stall.
