Top dog-whistler: Tommy Robinson and Britain’s far right

Tommy Robinson is an influencer who has shaped views on Britain, particularly among his American supporters and funders. A rally this weekend will show how his worldview is reaching the mainstream. A merger in the oligopoly of liftmakers will reshape an industry known for its ups and downs. And remembering Raghu Rai , whose photographs captured the intensity of India’s people. Watch extended clips from Insider here . Guests and host: Georgia Banjo, Britain correspondent Simon Wright, industry editor Ann Wroe, obituaries editor Rosie Blau, co-host of “The Intelligence” Jason Palmer, co-host of “The Intelligence” Topics covered: Tommy Robinson, Britain’s far right, America’s far right Lifts, mergers, business Raghui Rai, India, photojournalism Get a world of insights by subscribing to Economist Podcasts+ . For more information about how to access Economist Podcasts+, please visit our FAQs page or watch our video explaining how to link your account. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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