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Amanpour and Company

Featuring conversations with global leaders and decision makers on the issues affecting the world today, Amanpour and Company adds to the long tradition of public affairs programming that has been a hallmark of public media for decades.

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

  • December 9, 2021: asset-mezzanine-16x9

    December 9, 2021

    S2021 E4116 - 55m 57s

    "The World Uyghur Congress" laid out detail and evidence to support its claims that Beijing is deliberately attempting to reduce the Uyghur population. China denies any abuse is happening against the Uyghurs. Relations with China are a top priority for the new German Chancellor, Olaf Scholz. Moderna co-founder, Dr. Noubar Afeyan is at the forefront of research in the fight against COVID-19.

  • December 8, 2021: asset-mezzanine-16x9

    December 8, 2021

    S2021 E4115 - 55m 30s

    Katie Roiphe and Charles Fried discuss an upcoming democracy summit in the United States. Glacier Kwong, a columnist who has been exiled from China, discusses the detainment of journalists. Bloomberg writer Claire Suddath explains the facts and figures behind the childcare crisis in the U.S.

  • December 7, 2021: asset-mezzanine-16x9

    December 7, 2021

    S2021 E4114 - 55m 57s

    President Biden warns President Putin not to invade Ukraine. Margaret Atwood's latest project takes a turn, with a focus on utopian ideals and how we might do better. In April, America reached a record 12-month high of 100,000 deaths by drug overdose. 200 protesters rallied outside the Department of Justice to demand prosecution of the Sackler family.

  • December 6, 2021: asset-mezzanine-16x9

    December 6, 2021

    S2021 E4113 - 55m 56s

    Greek Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis explains why he's now mandating COVID-19 vaccination for all citizens of his country over 60 years old. Musicians Robert Plant and Alison Krauss discuss their new album "Raise the Roof." Director Megan Mylan reflects on her new documentary "Simple as Water" and the Syrian refugee crisis.

  • December 2, 2021: asset-mezzanine-16x9

    December 2, 2021

    S2021 E4111 - 55m 56s

    Women's Tennis Association CEO Steve Simon discusses the organization's decision to suspend all tournaments in China. Mohammad Marandi weighs in on the Iran nuclear talks taking place in Vienna. NYT reporter Ronen Bergman discusses a new cyber-conflict between Israel and Iran. Screenwriter Tony Kushner explains how he adapted "West Side Story." Comedian Mo Amer discusses his new Netflix special.

  • December 1, 2021: asset-mezzanine-16x9

    December 1, 2021

    S2021 E4110 - 55m 41s

    Credit for Omicron's early detection goes to a team of South African scientists. How effective are vaccines against Omicron? The gun manufacturing industry transformed from serving hobbyists and hunters to exerting a stranglehold on national politics. "The Dead Are Arising" sheds light on the legacy of Malcolm X. 30 endangered white rhinos were transferred as part of a conservation program.

  • November 30, 2021: asset-mezzanine-16x9

    November 30, 2021

    S2021 E4109 - 55m 25s

    Sen. Chris Coons discusses the war in Ethiopia. Alan Leveritt and Julia Bacha discuss the new film "Boycott." Infectious disease specialist and epidemiologist Dr. Céline Gounder analyzes the latest news on the Omicron variant.

  • November 29, 2021: asset-mezzanine-16x9

    November 29, 2021

    S2021 E4108 - 55m 57s

    W.H.O. says the Omicron variant poses a “very high” global risk. Representatives Elissa Slotkin and Nancy Mace were part of a bipartisan delegation that met with Taiwan’s president. "Writing With Fire" follows a fearless group of journalists from India’s most marginalized caste, the Dalits, and their fight to keep India’s only female-led news outlet operating.

  • November 24, 2021: asset-mezzanine-16x9

    November 24, 2021

    S2021 E4105 - 55m 55s

    Fred Pleitgen gives an update on the situation at the Russia-Ukraine border. Linda Greenhouse discusses her new book "Justice on the Brink." Rep. Jackie Speier explains why she's leaving Congress. Producer Molly Smith Metzler and actor Anika Noni Rose discuss the hit Netflix series "Maid."

  • November 25, 2021: asset-mezzanine-16x9

    November 25, 2021

    S2021 E4106 - 55m 57s

    Ken Burns discusses his new documentary “Muhammad Ali.” 7-time Grand Slam champion John McEnroe weighs in on this year’s tournament. Sports journalist Dave Zirin explains how football player Colin Kaepernick sparked an international social movement by kneeling during the national anthem.

  • November 19, 2021: asset-mezzanine-16x9

    November 19, 2021

    S2021 E4102 - 55m 56s

    Economist Betsey Stevenson discusses the Build Back Better bill and rising inflation. U.S. Secretary of Labor Marty Walsh discusses how the job market is emerging from the pandemic and what it will take to fully recover. Journalist John Pomfret discusses his latest book "From Warsaw with Love." Sian-Pierre Regis and Rebecca Danigelis discuss the new film "Duty Free."

  • November 18, 2021: asset-mezzanine-16x9

    November 18, 2021

    S2021 E4101 - 55m 57s

    Where is Chinese tennis star Peng Shuai? Pam Shriver & James Miles discuss her disappearance. Russian forces are massing on the eastern border of Ukraine, stoking fears of a potential military escalation. Nikki King has seen the opioid epidemic up close, and now heads national treatment programs for at-risk individuals. Actor John Cho reflects on his career and his latest project, "Cowboy Bebop."

Extras + Features

  • The Humanitarian Crisis in Afghanistan: asset-mezzanine-16x9

    The Humanitarian Crisis in Afghanistan

    S2021 E4058 - 2m 56s

    After the U.S. and NATO left Afghanistan, other governments are trying to figure out how to deal with the Taliban. The UN High Commissioner for Refugees is just back from a three day trip there and is sounding the alarm bells. He joins the show from the United Nations to explain how desperate the humanitarian situation has become.

  • Filmmaker Justin Chon on “Blue Bayou,” Racism in Hollywood: asset-mezzanine-16x9

    Filmmaker Justin Chon on “Blue Bayou,” Racism in Hollywood

    S2021 E4058 - 15m 46s

    Written, directed by and starring former Twilight actor Justin Chon, the new film "Blue Bayou" follows a Korean-born adoptee fighting for the only life he’s ever known. Chon joins Hari Sreenivasan to discuss the Asian-American experience and representation in Hollywood.

  • Will Humans Be an Interplanetary Species?: asset-mezzanine-16x9

    Will Humans Be an Interplanetary Species?

    S2021 E4057 - 16m 42s

    SpaceX made history this week with the launch of Inspiration4, the first-ever all-civilian mission to orbit the Earth. This milestone initiative offers a glimpse into the future of space exploration, and few are better qualified to speak on the new era than NASA Administrator Bill Nelson. The former senator is one of just a handful of members of Congress ever to travel to space, as he explains to

  • "Wildland: The Making of America's Fury": asset-mezzanine-16x9

    "Wildland: The Making of America's Fury"

    S2021 E4057 - 2m 57s

    Journalist Evan Osnos has spent much of his career covering global turmoil for The New Yorker. In his new book, he turns his attention to his home country. In "Wildland: The Making of America’s Fury," Osnos compares the U.S. to a dried-out forest, where – after years of political and institutional failure – a single spark can erupt into a raging inferno.

  • An Urgent Plea for Vaccine Equity: asset-mezzanine-16x9

    An Urgent Plea for Vaccine Equity

    S2021 E4057 - 2m 30s

    The World Health Organization is making an urgent plea for global vaccine equality, as rich nations post vaccination rates more than 60 times higher than those of poorer countries. According to Rajiv Shah, President of the Rockefeller Foundation, wealthy countries must commit to a “new global charter” in order for humanity to overcome the challenges ahead. He joins the show.

  • Is Instagram Toxic?: asset-mezzanine-16x9

    Is Instagram Toxic?

    S2021 E4056 - 3m

    Instagram says it's looking to discourage users from focusing on their physical appearance in the wake of a major Wall Street Journal investigation, which revealed that researchers repeatedly found the app was toxic for teenage girls in particular, yet publicly downplayed its mental health implications. Georgia Wells reported the story for the WSJ and is joined by tech ethicist Tristan Harris.

  • George Will: Donald Trump is on the Way to Becoming a Bore: asset-mezzanine-16x9

    George Will: Donald Trump is on the Way to Becoming a Bore

    S2021 E4056 - 18m 7s

    Are Americans being consumed by discontent? Vaccine mandates, abortion laws, and disagreement about the very notion of freedom are widening the political divide. What does all this mean for the pursuit of happiness? It’s the focus of Pulitzer Prize-winning columnist George Will’s new book, and he speaks with Walter Isaacson about his insights on resentment in today’s America.

  • A Look at What's Happening in Venezuela: asset-mezzanine-16x9

    A Look at What's Happening in Venezuela

    S2021 E4056 - 2m 52s

    A new film, "A La Calle," zeroes in on ordinary people in Venezuela and their daily struggle to find food and medicine and to earn the money they need to get by. Featured in the film is exiled opposition leader Leopoldo López, who spent more than three years in prison for speaking out against President Maduro. He joins the show from Madrid, where he and his family are seeking asylum.

  • WHO's Europe Chief on Vaccine Inequity: asset-mezzanine-16x9

    WHO's Europe Chief on Vaccine Inequity

    S2021 E4055 - 2m 15s

    Many wealthy nations are preparing to start rolling out booster shots. In the UK, the most vulnerable will be offered a third dose from next week, while in the U.S., the Biden administration is pushing to make them widely available by Monday. Yet in poorer countries, many are still waiting for their first shot. Dr. Hans Kluge joins Christiane to discuss vaccine inequity.

  • Experts Discuss Killings of Climate Activists: asset-mezzanine-16x9

    Experts Discuss Killings of Climate Activists

    S2021 E4055 - 2m 58s

    Extreme weather events have laid bare the threats posed by the climate crisis, yet while activists rally to save the planet, many of them face increasing violence. 227 environmental activists were murdered last year, according to Global Witness, which says most of the killings happened in Latin America. Global Witness CEO Mike Davis and activist Margarita Campuzano join the program to discuss.

  • Steve Schmidt: How Democrats Should Seize the Moment: asset-mezzanine-16x9

    Steve Schmidt: How Democrats Should Seize the Moment

    S2021 E4055 - 18m 16s

    Gavin Newsom beat a recall challenge last night, in part by emphasizing his commitment to mask and vaccine mandates. It’s a stark contrast to Republican governors in states like Texas and Florida. Former GOP strategist and Lincoln Project co-founder Steve Schmidt says their anti-science stance is a selfish ploy to woo the far right. Schmidt joins Michel Martin to discuss the current climate.

  • Tennis Great John McEnroe Reacts to Grand Slam 2021: asset-mezzanine-16x9

    Tennis Great John McEnroe Reacts to Grand Slam 2021

    S2021 E4054 - 2m 56s

    Tennis can be a hard and solitary sport, so it’s no wonder that center court has become a beacon for vital conversations around mental health. Seven-time Grand Slam Champion John McEnroe knows all about the pressures of the game. He joins Christiane to react to this year's tournament and reflect on his career.

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    Christiane Amanpour leads discussions about world issues and interviews with global leaders.
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