Amanpour and Company

January 26, 2021

Christiane speaks with Managing Director of the International Monetary Fund Kristalina Georgieva about the global economy. She also speaks with tennis legend Rafael Nadal ahead of the Australian Open. Walter Isaacson speaks with Ezra Klein of the New York Times about his hope for reform of the two party system.

NYT's Ezra Klein: "The Filibuster Is a Disaster"

17m 49s

As the economic fallout from the pandemic perpetuates Americans’ suffering, many are arguing that President Biden should follow up on his promise to quickly put money into the pockets of the American people. One of those making the case is author and New York Times columnist Ezra Klein, who launches his new podcast this week. He explains to Walter Isaacson his thoughts on bipartisanship.

Previews + Extras

  • IMF Managing Director on Global Economic Recovery: asset-mezzanine-16x9

    IMF Managing Director on Global Economic Recovery

    S2021 E3150 - 2m 56s

    A new report from the International Monetary Fund projects global economic growth at 5.5% for the year. But this is far from certain, particularly if vaccines fail to keep up with new COVID variants. Moreover, the recovery is expected primarily to benefit the wealthy, marginalizing the poor and ignoring the issue of income inequality. Christiane discusses all of this with the IMG Managing Director

  • Tennis Champ Rafael Nadal on His Relationship with Federer: asset-mezzanine-16x9

    Tennis Champ Rafael Nadal on His Relationship with Federer

    S2021 E3150 - 2m 56s

    The first big tennis event of 2021 is the Australian Open, beginning February 8. But some of the world’s top players will be warming up in their hotel rooms, under strict quarantine. World No. 2-ranked player Rafael Nadal is in that unenviable position as he prepares for competition. But, as Nadal explains to Christiane from his hotel room, he’s happy in quarantine, just as he is in life.

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