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Intelligence Squared · 2026-07-22 · 32 min · 5,025 words

The Intelligence Squared Economic Outlook, with Robert Peston (Part One)

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Welcome to Intelligence Squared, where great minds meet. I'm senior producer Mir Sorenti. Can Britain's next Prime Minister restore confidence in an increasingly uncertain world? Today's episode is part one of our recent live event with journalist, broadcaster, and author Robert Peston. Peston joined us at Smith Square Hall to discuss

Britain's political and economic future under Andy Burnham. As Labour enters this new era under Burnham, Perton examines the challenges facing Britain's next government, from sluggish growth and fragile public finances to geopolitical instability and shifting global markets. He also reflects on the themes of his latest novel, The Kill Switch. and what the intersection of media, money and political power can tell us about the state of modern Britain. This episode is part of the Intelligence Squared economic outlook created in partnership with Guinness Global Investors.

Guinness Global Investors applies the same spirit of inquiry behind Intelligence Squared to the search for investment success for your portfolio. With funds in the regions and themes driving future growth, Guinness Global Investors uses discipline and conviction to help you achieve your investment goals. To find out more, just head to GuinnessGI.com or see the link in the episode description. But now let's join the conversation hosted by Johnny Diamond live at Smith Square Hall.

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