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May 18, 2024 • 19min
Jobs, crime and keeping the lights on. The key issues in South Africa's election
Exploring key issues in South Africa's election, including high unemployment, rising crime levels, and power supply problems. Discussing the challenges facing the ruling African National Congress party and the potential loss of parliamentary majority. Reflecting on the impact of gang violence, murder rates, and the lingering economic disparities post-apartheid. Analyzing the political landscape and debates on the lack of economic restitution for the majority.

May 17, 2024 • 12min
Gaza aid pier, Trump’s DOJ plans and AI in soccer
US completes a floating pier for Gaza aid, Trump plans to fill DoJ with loyalists, English soccer teams use AI to find future stars

May 16, 2024 • 13min
Slovak PM shooting, Dutch far right, Jordan’s balancing act and Trump’s defiance
Europe is on edge after Slovakian PM assassination attempt. Netherlands forms right-wing coalition. Jordan thwarts Iranian-backed sabotage plot. Trump prepares to contest election loss.

May 15, 2024 • 13min
New Caledonia riots, Lael Brainard interview and Blinken’s rock performance
President Biden's top economic adviser, Lael Brainard, discusses US tariffs on China. Also, topics covered include riots in New Caledonia, French voting rule changes, and Secretary Blinken rocking out in Kyiv.

May 14, 2024 • 13min
Biden’s China EV tariffs, Blinken in Ukraine and secret US-Taiwan drills
Topics discussed include Biden's increase in tariffs on Chinese electric vehicles, Blinken's visit to Ukraine, secret US-Taiwan military drills, and the presence of a Capitol officer and a rioter on US congressional primary ballots.

May 13, 2024 • 13min
Russia security shake-up, tent schools in Gaza, TikTok and Swiss neutrality
The podcast discusses Russia's security shake-up, Gazan students attending classes in tents during war, TikTok facing legal challenges in the US, and Swiss neutrality being under scrutiny ahead of a summit on Ukraine.

May 11, 2024 • 19min
Is cow cuddling safe? And other bird flu questions
This podcast delves into the impact of the bird flu outbreak on dairy cattle, including symptoms, containment measures, and economic repercussions. It also discusses the global circulation and mutation of the virus, safety concerns for humans, and the potential risk of a pandemic. Plus, there's a fun segment on cow cuddling for therapy and a playful farm visit with two teenagers and a calf named Yogi.

May 10, 2024 • 12min
Israel at Eurovision, the US tractor glut and China’s sporty pets
Israel qualifies for Eurovision final amid Gaza conflict, US faces tractor overstock due to falling crop prices. China sees growth in pet and sports markets, with a focus on obstacle course catering to both.

May 9, 2024 • 12min
Biden’s Rafah warning, Brazil floods and German politician attacks
President Biden's warning to Israel, Brazil floods, and rise in attacks on German politicians are discussed. Delicate balancing act of White House in weapon shipment decision. Political maneuverings, presidential apology, and soccer chief trial. Financial recovery and natural disaster devastation. Protecting politicians and Olympic flame arrives in Marseille.

May 8, 2024 • 12min
Stormy Daniels, Biden's arms block, TikTok and Kashmir
Stormy Daniels, a key witness in Trump's hush-money trial. US stops weapon shipment to Israel amid Rafah tensions. TikTok and ByteDance sue US govt. Kashmir prepares for elections without BJP.


