


The Economist Insider launches soon
A new premium video experience from The Economist, coming on October 9th
Hot mic. Cold facts. Step inside The Economist from October 9th as our senior editors debate the stories defining the world now—and what comes next.
The Economist Insider gives you unprecedented access to our journalists and expert guests. Expect unfiltered, authoritative conversations on the seismic shifts defining geopolitics, defence, economics and technology.
New Insider episodes will be available to stream twice a week and on demand, so you can watch whenever suits you. Stay tuned to find out more.
The Economist Insider offers five shows, each hosted by a senior editor. Amid unprecedented global change, these long-form shows will give new access to our editors as they explore the world’s most important trends.
The Insider
Join The Economist with Zanny Minton Beddoes, our editor-in-chief, and Edward Carr, our deputy editor, as they reveal our weekly cover and make sense of the news.
Inside Geopolitics
Navigate the rapidly changing world order with David Rennie, our geopolitical editor, and special guests.
Inside Defence
Get the inside view on intelligence with Shashank Joshi, our defence editor, as he meets top security experts and officials.
Inside Tech
Explore the AI and tech revolution with Tom Standage, our deputy editor, and Alex Hern, our AI writer.
Inside Economics
Dig into the trends transforming the world economy with our top economics and finance editors: Rachana Shanbhogue, Henry Curr and Mike Bird.
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