Amanpour and Company

April 29, 2020

Christiane speaks with former U.S. Sen. Heidi Heitkamp about small business loans for those impacted by COVID-19. She also speaks with Barbados' Prime Minister Mia Mottley about the dangers facing the country. Michel Martin speaks with chef Eric Ripert about the importance of restaurants to the economy and communities.

Chef Eric Ripert on the Importance of Restaurants

16m 12s

In March, Eric Ripert -- co-owner and executive chef of New York's prestigious Le Bernardin restaurant -- laid off his entire team. Since then, he's been helping City Harvest, a nonprofit organization feeding those in need. Though the future is uncertain, he tells Michel Martin that he is optimistic his restaurant will serve diners again.

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  • Former U.S. Sen. Heidi Heitkamp on Helping Local Businesses: asset-mezzanine-16x9

    Former U.S. Sen. Heidi Heitkamp on Helping Local Businesses

    S2020 E2218 - 3m

    This week, the U.S. government reopened the pipeline for small business loans, but there are reports of delays and problems with the approval process. Heidi Heitkamp, a businesswoman and former senator, joins today's program from conservative North Dakota, where she has had years of experience working with rural communities and local businesses.

  • Prime Minister of Barbados on the Dangers Facing Her Country: asset-mezzanine-16x9

    Prime Minister of Barbados on the Dangers Facing Her Country

    S2020 E2218 - 2m 39s

    Many countries' coronavirus stories have attracted little attention -- one such example being Barbados. The Caribbean island, a favorite vacation spot, is suffering acutely due to the sudden cessation of global tourism. Prime Minister Mia Mottley speaks frankly about the dangers facing Barbados "due to its small size and vulnerability to economic and environmental shocks."

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