The Economist Asks

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The Economist Asks episodes

November 12, 2015 Welfare states: Kind with consequences
The Economist asks James Bartholomew, author of “The Welfare of Nations,” whether modern welfare systems stoke unemployment - and how they should be reformed
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13 min
November 05, 2015 The Economist asks: Flora Fraser
We ask the author of a new historical biography how Martha Washington's role shaped the course of America's history, and became a template for future First Ladies

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17 min
October 29, 2015 Henry Kissinger’s idealism: The Economist asks: Niall Ferguson
The historian and author of “Kissinger: Volume 1: The Idealist 1923-1968“ takes a new look at the controversial national security advisor and secretary of state
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17 min
October 22, 2015 Arthur Miller and modern-day witch-hunts: The Economist asks: Tom Morris
“The Crucible” seems to resonate with every era in which it is performed. How do accusation, evidence and hysteria combine in an age of big data and social media?

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17 min
September 24, 2015 The Economist asks: Lord Browne
The former CEO of BP says great businesses should develop connections with society, but the difficulty of doing so means few manage it

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15 min
September 17, 2015 The Economist asks: Brexit, part III
Britons have long had a selective relationship with the grand European project. In the final episode of the series, we ask whether it might be about to lead to a final Brexit

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17 min
September 10, 2015 The Economist asks: Brexit, part two
In the second of a three-part series, we explore Britain’s dealings with the European Union and ask if David Cameron can win his battle to renegotiate the terms of the membership
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15 min
September 03, 2015 The Economist asks: Brexit, part one
A referendum on Britain’s place in the European Union is likely to take place in September 2016. In the first of a three-part series, we ask assorted experts what is at stake

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16 min
September 03, 2015 Cards on the table: The Economist interviews Donald Trump
Donald Trump has become the surprise Republican frontrunner early on in the 2016 US presidential cycle. His popularity – and fame – is reflected in the wide media coverage he has been enjoying. His policies, such as they are, have had less attention
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41 min
August 27, 2015 The Economist Asks: Europe’s huddled masses
With millions of displaced people in the countries surrounding Europe, The Economist’s deputy editor and Europe editor explore one of the most divisive topics on the political agenda today
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13 min

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One question posed to a high-profile newsmaker, followed up with lively debate. Anne McElvoy hosts The Economist's chat show. Recent guests include Henry Kissinger, Chris Patten and Maggie…