Another season of the crown: the coronation of Charles III

The Intelligence from The Economist

EpisodeMay 5, 202329m

Another season of the crown: the coronation of Charles III

The Intelligence from The Economist

EpisodeMay 5, 202329m

He has been king since September; now it is time for the pomp. We examine the modern monarchy—and the ancient frippery of coronations. Despite prior reluctance to do much about climate change, America is set to become a clean-energy superpower. And reflecting on the life of Carolyn Bryant, whose testimony led to a lynching that set off America’s civil-rights movement.For full access to print, digital and audio editions of The Economist, try a free 30-day digital subscription by going to www.economist.com/intelligenceoffer Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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