Angela Merkel: The Chancellor Next Door
A profile that makes rather a lot from a seemingly brief conversation with the German Chancellor, weaving in insights and anecdotes from interviews with others that know her and played a part in her ascent
Understanding Hillary
A profile of Hillary Clinton looks at ‘the Gap’ – between the Hillary that colleagues, friends and rivals see up close, and Hillary the candidate. The profile is accompanied by an in depth interview.
The Political Legacy of Helmut Kohl
A deep look at the life, career and political legacy of former German Chancellor Helmut Kohl, who died this week. Kohl presided over the reunification of Germany and was a proponent of European integration.
Front Runner
A concerning profile of Marine Le Pen, the leader of France’s far right National Front, a party that received 6.8 million votes in recent regional elections, whilst continuing to espouse extreme policies.
The Bounty Hunter of Wall Street
A profile of a man who makes a lots of money identifying and exposing financial chicanery.
Inside the Mind of Steven Spielberg
As his latest film is released, a look back at the director’s career.
How Martin Luther Changed the World
A profile of the Augustinian friar who five hundred years ago significantly altered the course of history, when at the age of thirty-three he initiated the eventual split in the Catholic Church.
Orbiting Jupiter: my week with Emmanuel Macron
A profile that looks beyond Emmanuel Macron’s charismatic personality and assesses his rise to power, performance in office, and future prospects.
Donald Trump After Hours
An interview with President Trump conducted over dinner and a tour at the White House that is full of revealing details and observations.
The Tinkerings of Robert Noyce
Tom Wolfe’s final piece for Esquire, written in 1983, and one of his most famous stories, looking at the mythical early days of Silicon Valley and the co-founder of Intel.