For the busy professionals that want to get up-to-date with world events

http://talkingissues.com/

Here is the audio version of the Economist. This is a great great tool that I use when I am commuting from point A to point B. I look forward to listen to it when I receive the new issue.

The articles are well read and the information provided is first class. You will get access to it if you are already a subscriber for the printed version, but could also purchase it for 8 dollar an issue. I would have to say that's the best 8 dollar you could spent on anything.