As another historic heatwave envelopes Europe, the question must again be asked: why do Europeans hate air conditioning? Is it tradition? Are they Luddites?

Listen as Charles and Shirin discuss the real-world impact of climate change and wonder aloud about the health repercussions of nudist riverbanks in Europe.

This episode also includes coverage of a Europe-wide anti-racist rally against the "Fortress Europe" Common European Asylum System and looks at European reactions to the wonder of American suburbia during World Cup 2026.