Zack and Jenn are joined by Jen Kirby, Vox’s chief Brexit correspondent, to discuss the UK’s new prime minister: Boris Johnson. They trace his rise to power, his political persona that is both funny and troubling, and his distinct lack of political conviction. They also discuss why we should be skeptical that Johnson can make a Brexit deal by October 31, as he’s suggested he would — and what could happen if he doesn’t.

Here’s Boris, explained. And Boris explained, again, just in a lot fewer words.

In the Guardian, Jennifer Rankin and Jim Waterson examine the impact of Johnson’s journalism.

Jenn Williams explains Johnson’s offensive comments.

The Guardian describes the zipline malfunction seen ’round the world.

Jen Kirby writes on how Brexit finally brought Theresa May down.

The future of Brexit under Boris ... maybe.

Boris Johnson says Britain’s can-do spirit can solve Brexit, in the Daily Telegraph.

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