Ukraine's Potential Election, Tariff History, and Daylight Savings Time Dangers

The Economist's "The Intelligence" podcast covers three main topics:

Ukraine's Potential Election: Despite martial law, Ukraine is considering holding elections. The discussion explores how Trump and Putin's rhetoric has inadvertently boosted Zelensky's popularity, shifting the political calculus. The challenges of holding elections during wartime, including logistical issues and potential Russian interference, are also examined.
Tariff History: The podcast delves into the Smoot-Hawley Tariff Act of 1930 and its consequences. It explains how the Act, intended to protect American farmers, sparked a global trade war and deepened the Great Depression. The segment draws parallels with current tariff policies and their potential negative impacts on growth and prices. It notes that economists at the time, as now, generally disagreed with the policy.
Daylight Savings Time Dangers: The podcast challenges the perceived benefits of Daylight Savings Time, highlighting research that suggests it can have long-term negative effects on human health. It emphasizes the importance of circadian rhythms and the disruption caused by shifting clocks. The discussion also covers short-term health impacts, such as increased heart attacks and car accidents, and offers tips for mitigating the negative effects.