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This episode explores Spain’s record-breaking innovation performance in 2025, with 2,255 patent applications filed at the European Patent Office. Now ranked as the EU’s ninth most innovative country, Spain stands out for its strong adoption of the Unitary Patent system. We discuss the continued strength of health and biotechnology, the rapid rise of computing and artificial intelligence, and why Catalonia and Madrid have become the country’s leading hubs for technological creativity and global competitiveness.

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This episode explores Spain’s €5 billion emergency package designed to cushion the impact of rising energy prices. We break down key measures, including VAT cuts on fuel and electricity, a cap on domestic gas prices, and targeted support for vulnerable sectors like agriculture and fishing. We also discuss how Spain’s strong renewable energy base has helped reduce dependence on volatile external markets, and why energy sovereignty is seen as the long-term solution to prevent future price shocks.

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This episode explores the latest findings from the World Happiness Report, where Nordic countries—led by Finland—continue to top the rankings thanks to strong social systems and low corruption. We examine why Spain ranks 41st, the key factors behind national well-being such as health, income, and freedom, and the surprising regional impact of social media—negative for youth mental health in Western Europe but more positive in Latin America. Ultimately, we discuss how happiness depends on the balance between institutional stability and a strong sense of community.