20/05/2026: US-China Rifts, UK Political Turmoil and the Rise of AI Anxiety

Unspun World with John Simpson Season 6 Episode 5

Overview:
John Simpson, in discussion with the BBC's unparalleled range of experts across the world, analyses whether there has been a significant shift in the relationship between the United States and China, examines the long-term political turmoil in the United Kingdom, and looks at the psychological impact of Artificial Intelligence.

Genre : News, Documentary, Talk

Actors : John Simpson

Release Date : 2026-05-20

Duration : 26 menit

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