Is the UK really poorer than Mississippi?

Is the UK really poorer than Mississippi?

August 22, 2026 · 29 min

About this episode

The episode discusses the wealth of the UK compared to Mississippi, climate change perspectives, and the return of Harry and Meghan to the UK.

What constitutes a wealthy society, Richard Tice saying we should “enjoy” climate change and the clamour around Harry and Meghan’s return to the UK.  Anoosh Chakelian and Oli Dugmore discuss the stories of the week. LISTEN AD-FREE: 📱 Download the New Statesman app MORE FROM THE NEW STATESMAN: ❓ Ask a question – we answer them every Friday ⏰ Get our daily politics newsletter every morning ✍️ Enjoy the best of our writing via email every Saturday Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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