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This episode examines a report by Beyond Fossil Fuels questioning Big Tech’s claims that artificial intelligence will significantly reduce global emissions. While companies like Google highlight AI’s climate potential, the study argues that much of the evidence is anecdotal or lacks independent academic validation. We explore the growing energy demands of data centers, the environmental cost of generative AI, and whether projected carbon savings truly offset its expanding ecological footprint—or if the narrative risks becoming greenwashing.

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This episode examines Cuba’s deepening systemic collapse, marked by severe shortages of fuel, food, and medicine that have pushed the country into an unprecedented humanitarian crisis. We explore how growing social exhaustion and energy paralysis are eroding the legitimacy of President Díaz-Canel’s government, even amid state repression. As U.S. diplomatic and economic pressure intensifies, we discuss the uncertainty surrounding potential political change—and the fears of instability that accompany it.

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This episode explores the structural transformation of NATO into what some call “NATO 3.0,” a shift aimed at placing greater responsibility for conventional defense on European nations. As the United States pivots strategically toward the Indo-Pacific, Europe is increasing military spending and expanding its role within NATO’s command structure. We discuss how the alliance seeks a new balance—strengthening European autonomy while preserving U.S. leadership in core strategic planning to maintain transatlantic unity.

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This episode examines Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez’s appearance before Congress following recent rail incidents in Adamuz and Gelida. Sánchez argued that Spain’s railway system remains among the most advanced in Europe, backed by sustained investment and declining accident rates despite rising passenger numbers. We break down his defense against claims of infrastructure obsolescence, the promise of thorough investigations and new safety protocols, and the broader debate over public trust in national transport safety.

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This episode examines the latest Corruption Perceptions Index (CPI) 2025 from Transparency International, which shows Spain slipping to 49th place out of 182 countries with a score of 55/100—a drop from previous years and below some countries with very different political and economic profiles.

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This episode examines the stark differences in electricity and gas costs across Europe’s capitals in early 2026. While Western cities often show the highest nominal prices, the real burden—adjusted for purchasing power—is heavier in Eastern Europe. We break down how energy mix, infrastructure, and state subsidies shape these gaps, why prices remain above pre-crisis levels, and how lower-income households are hit the hardest.

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This episode explores how European countries financially reward Olympic medalists—despite the International Olympic Committee offering no direct prize money. We compare generous systems in countries like Hungary and Poland—featuring large cash bonuses, lifetime pensions, and even crypto—with more fixed or modest schemes in Spain, Greece, and tax-free awards in Germany. Beyond cash, we look at scholarships, housing, and sponsorships that help secure athletes’ careers, and why success at Milan–Cortina 2026 could be a turning point for long-term financial stability.

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This episode explores the public clash between Pável Dúrov, founder of Telegram, and the Spanish government over a new digital regulation bill. Dúrov accuses the administration of Pedro Sánchez of pushing censorship through mandatory user identification and criminal liability for platform executives. The government counters that the reforms are necessary to protect minors and society from harmful content and opaque algorithms. We unpack the privacy-versus-regulation dilemma, the technical uncertainty around age and identity verification, and what this dispute reveals about Europe’s escalating battle with Big Tech over digital sovereignty.

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This episode explores the growing confrontation between Elon Musk and Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez after Spain proposed stricter digital laws. The reforms would hold social media executives criminally liable for failing to remove illegal or hate content, with a strong focus on protecting minors and limiting algorithmic manipulation. We examine how this dispute reflects a broader battle between governments and Big Tech over digital sovereignty, and why Musk’s platforms are facing increasing legal scrutiny across Europe.

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This episode examines the political fallout following the tragic train accident in Adamuz. Opposition leader Alberto Núñez Feijóo is demanding an investigation commission and the resignation of the transport minister, raising concerns over track maintenance and safety. The government, led by Minister Óscar Puente, defends its investment record and warns of misinformation campaigns while technical investigations continue to determine the true causes of the collision.