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September 13, 2024

55m 47s

Kholood Khair, a Sudanese journalist, joins the show to shed light on what some call a forgotten crisis in Sudan. Cindy McCain, Director of the World Food Programme, describes the hardship that has spread across Sudan since the outbreak of war. Saad Mohseni on his memoir and the struggle for a free and independent press in Afghanistan. Jerusalem Demsas on the housing crisis in America.

Episodes

  • July 20, 2022: asset-mezzanine-16x9

    July 20, 2022

    S2022 E5014 - 55m 42s

    Bob Ward and Marvin Reese discuss the extreme heat in Europe. Author Simon Mundy discusses his new book "Race for Tomorrow." Sinn Fein Vice President Michelle O'Neill explains the state of the Irish government.

  • July 19, 2022: asset-mezzanine-16x9

    July 19, 2022

    S2022 E5013 - 55m 44s

    Iran remains at loggerheads with the U.S. over its nuclear program. Will Ripley joins the show from Colombo, where he spoke with Sri Lanka's acting president. One of India’s leading journalists continues to speak out against her government -- despite consistently coming under attack for her reporting. Ukrainian citizens are coming together online to read a Greek tragedy by playwright Aeschylus.

  • July 18, 2022: asset-mezzanine-16x9

    July 18, 2022

    S2022 E5012 - 55m 43s

    The director of the Oxford Net Zero Initiative discusses the UK's red alert warning for extreme heat. The Deputy Head of the Office of the President of Ukraine gives an update on the war. Rep. Tom Malinowski discusses the potential for a third political party in the United States. Nana Darkoa Sekyiamah discusses her new book "The Sex Lives of African Women."

  • July 15, 2022: asset-mezzanine-16x9

    July 15, 2022

    S2022 E5011 - 55m 37s

    Mark Leibovich's new book reveals how establishment Republicans failed to prevent Trump’s takeover. Attention turns to the suspect in Shinzo Abe's assassination and what might have motivated him. A new documentary investigates the Boy Scouts of America and some 82,000 claims of sexual abuse against the youth organization. Mary Pipher’s latest book offers insight into coping with change and trauma.

  • July 14, 2022: asset-mezzanine-16x9

    July 14, 2022

    S2022 E5010 - 55m 16s

    Saudi human rights activist Lina al-Hathloul discusses her crusade to free political prisoners. Sen. Raphael Warnock reflects on Jan. 6 and Georgia's Senate race. Director Yariv Mozer discusses his new documentary "The Devil's Confession: The Lost Eichmann Tapes."

  • July 13, 2022: asset-mezzanine-16x9

    July 13, 2022

    S2022 E5009 - 55m 43s

    Amid concerns about Iran, China and rising gas prices, Biden has decided a visit to Israel serves America’s interests. Do protests mark a new beginning for Sri Lanka, or will more chaos ensue? Kathleen Belew explores the evolution of right-wing extremist groups in America and their connection to Trump. Patrick Radden Keefe has compiled some of his greatest New Yorker pieces in a new collection.

  • July 12, 2022: asset-mezzanine-16x9

    July 12, 2022

    S2022 E5008 - 55m 33s

    Chicago Mayor Lori Lightfoot discusses gun violence and her candidacy for reelection. Political economist Ahilan Kadirgamar analyzes unrest in Sri Lanka. Author Ken Auletta reveals new information on Harvey Weinstein's crimes. Former RNC spokesman Tim Miller discusses his new book "Why We Did It."

  • July 11, 2022: asset-mezzanine-16x9

    July 11, 2022

    S2022 E5007 - 55m 43s

    Gen. Charles Q. Brown, Jr. is Chief of Staff, U.S. Air Force and the first Black officer to lead a branch of the military. He speaks with Christiane from the Pentagon. "Stranger Things" actor David Harbour speaks about fame, mental health, and what’s next for him. Activist Helen Zia discusses the recent rise in anti-Asian hate crime and why the murder of Vincent Chin in 1982 still matters today.

  • July 7, 2022: asset-mezzanine-16x9

    July 7, 2022

    S2022 E5005 - 55m 20s

    Experts discuss Boris Johnson's resignation and how it will impact the United Kingdom.

  • July 6, 2022: asset-mezzanine-16x9

    July 6, 2022

    S2022 E5004 - 55m 42s

    Experts discuss Boris Johnson and the unfolding political crisis in the United Kingdom.

  • July 5, 2022: asset-mezzanine-16x9

    July 5, 2022

    S2022 E5003 - 55m 42s

    Hungarian Foreign Minister Péter Szijjártó discusses his country's relationship with Russia. Singer and songwriter Carole King looks back on her legendary career. Personal finance columnist Michelle Singletary offers her tips for navigating a recession.

  • July 4, 2022: asset-mezzanine-16x9

    July 4, 2022

    S2022 E5002 - 55m 40s

    Chilean Environment Minister Maisa Rojas discusses climate action in Latin America. Producer Dan Edge discusses the new Frontline series “The Power of Big Oil.” Climate justice activist Svitlana Romano explains why the war in Ukraine is an environmental disaster.

Extras + Features

  • Henry Winkler Talks "Happy Days" and "Barry": asset-mezzanine-16x9

    Henry Winkler Talks "Happy Days" and "Barry"

    S2022 E4246 - 1m 51s

    Almost 50 years after becoming an American cultural icon, "Happy Days" star Henry Winkler is still winning awards for his inimitable work -- most recently in the pitch-dark HBO comedy "Barry." In 2018 Winkler received an Emmy Award for his role in "Barry," now in its third season. He joins Christiane to reflect on his career.

  • Inside America’s First Overdose Prevention Center

    S2022 E4245 - 16m 15s

    In 2021, more than 107,000 people died of a drug overdose in the U.S. This amounts to one overdose death every five minutes for a full year. One man attempting to change all this is Sam Rivera, executive director of OnPoint NYC. The organization prevents drug-related deaths by providing safe spaces where people can use illegal drugs under staff supervision.

  • NYT Reporter Jonathan Martin on Jan. 6: asset-mezzanine-16x9

    NYT Reporter Jonathan Martin on Jan. 6

    S2022 E4244 - 17m 39s

    The results of a 10-month investigation into Jan. 6 will be presented on Thursday. The first public hearing is expected to feature video clips and some of the nearly 1,000 interviews conducted by the investigating committee. New York Times national political correspondent Jonathan Martin has documented the political twists and turns of the past 18 months in his new book "This Will Not Pass."

  • How Reporting on Mark Zuckerberg Inspired a New Novel: asset-mezzanine-16x9

    How Reporting on Mark Zuckerberg Inspired a New Novel

    S2022 E4243 - 16m 18s

    A new novel confronts the big issues of our time -- from emerging technology to climate change. Author Vauhini Vara speaks with Hari Sreenivasan about her creative process, and how she was able to draw on her experience as a journalist covering Silicon Valley for The Wall Street Journal.

  • Rafael Nadal Reflects on His Career: asset-mezzanine-16x9

    Rafael Nadal Reflects on His Career

    S2022 E4243 - 2m 42s

    What more can be said about Rafael Nadal? How many more superlatives can be lobbed his way? Nadal has logged his fourteenth win on the courts of Roland Garros with two more Grand Slam titles than his nearest rivals, Novak Djokovic and Roger Federer. Nadal was 19 when he first won in 2005. Now 36, he's the old man of tennis and yet even his peers say his achievements are unmatchable.

  • Heather Cox Richardson on American Gun Culture: asset-mezzanine-16x9

    Heather Cox Richardson on American Gun Culture

    S2022 E4237 - 17m 19s

    Heather Cox Richardson wrote this week that "America’s gun free-for-all is a symptom of the takeover of our nation by a radical extremist minority.” Her "Letters From an American" newsletter has gained a huge following, and she speaks with Michel Martin about the state of American democracy and the failure of attempts at gun control.

  • Russell Moore on Southern Baptist Sex Abuse Report: asset-mezzanine-16x9

    Russell Moore on Southern Baptist Sex Abuse Report

    S2022 E4236 - 17m 5s

    A devastating report has revealed that Southern Baptist Convention leaders mishandled sexual abuse allegations over two decades.
    Survivors were ignored, disbelieved and even intimidated, the report says. The Protestant denomination has an estimated fourteen million members in the U.S. Russell Moore is former president of the ethics commission for the Convention.

  • George Floyd’s America and the Pressures of Systemic Racism: asset-mezzanine-16x9

    George Floyd’s America and the Pressures of Systemic Racism

    S2022 E4235 - 17m 53s

    We remember the murder of George Floyd just two years ago -- a killing that sparked a movement and a global reckoning on police brutality and racial injustice. Biden is set to mark the date with an executive order on police reform. Toluse Olorunnipa has co-written a new biography, "His Name Is George Floyd," and discusses how Floyd’s story reflects troubling and pervasive truths about America.

  • Why the Biden Admin's Disinformation Chief Stepped Down: asset-mezzanine-16x9

    Why the Biden Admin's Disinformation Chief Stepped Down

    S2022 E4234 - 18m 11s

    Homeland Security’s newly launched Disinformation Governance Board lasted only a few weeks, while facing intense criticism. Now its leader, Nina Jankowicz, has resigned. A renowned expert on countering disinformation, Jankowicz speaks with Michel Martin about her experience under attack online.

  • NATO Expansion and the Opportunity for American Unity: asset-mezzanine-16x9

    NATO Expansion and the Opportunity for American Unity

    S2022 E4233 - 17m 27s

    At the World Economic Forum in Davos today, the president of Switzerland warned of a world in the throes of multiple crises. This also is the subject of a new book by political scientist Ian Bremmer. In "The Power of Crisis: How Three Threats – and Our Response – Will Change the World," Bremmer looks at how we can better prepare for the global challenges ahead, as he explains to Walter Isaacson.

  • DNC Chairman: The GOP Is Built on “Fraud, Fear, and Facism”: asset-mezzanine-16x9

    DNC Chairman: The GOP Is Built on “Fraud, Fear, and Facism”

    S2022 E4232 - 17m 51s

    In the United States, primary season is well under way. Pennsylvania's Republican senate race is still too close to call. While Democrats strategize to retain their majority in the Senate and House, Jaime Harrison, Chair of the Democratic National Committee, joins Michel Martin to discuss the politics of this year's midterm elections.

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