This week's episode examines the protests by graduates demanding public sector jobs and the politics behind Iraq's bloated public payroll, including potential alternatives, from universal basic income to overhauling subsidies.

The conversation then turns to Iraq's anti-corruption campaign, following the arrest of a prominent media personality for bribery and ties to a well-known politician. We explore what this could mean for the proliferation of low-quality media outlets, and the importance of rebuilding public trust.