The World Ahead: Live and direct
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How have live events, including sports, music and conferences, changed in response to the pandemic—and which changes will endure, both for in-person and remote attendees? And what do empty stadiums reveal about referees’ bias? Tom Standage hosts.   Subscribe to The Economist for full access to print, digital and audio editions: www.economist.com/podcastoffer    Music by Chris Zabriskie "Candlepower" (CC by 4.0)   See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
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