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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 14, 2022: asset-mezzanine-16x9

    December 14, 2022

    S2022 E5119 - 55m 28s

    "Pelosi in the House" shows Nancy Pelosi's fight to preserve democracy in the face of danger. The woman behind the camera is Pelosi's own daughter Alexandra. Brian Greene on this week's scientific breakthrough on nuclear fusion. Ten years after the Sandy Hook shooting, Elizabeth Williamson discusses the disinformation campaign and the question of whether the families will ever receive justice.

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

    December 13, 2022

    S2022 E5118 - 55m 18s

    Activist Phyll Opoku-Gyimah reflects on the state of LGBTQ rights in Africa. Actress Sharon Horgan discusses her new film "Bad Sisters." Singer/songwriter Judy Collins explains the creative process behind her new album "Spellbound."

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

    December 12, 2022

    S2022 E5117 - 55m 37s

    Hadi Ghaemi, discusses the the anti-government demonstrations and protestor executions. Seyed Hossein Mousavian gives insight on how the Iranian government is reacting. "Turn Every Page" reveals the extraordinary 50-year relationship between Robert Caro and his editor Robert Gottlieb. Dr. Mahsid Abir on how the U.S. health care system faces shortages of medicine and supplies.

  • December 9, 2022: asset-mezzanine-16x9

    December 9, 2022

    S2022 E5116 - 55m 16s

    Correspondent Kylie Atwood weighs in on Brittney Griner's release following a prisoners swap with Russia. Historian Peter Frankopan and China analyst Frank Tsai discuss the state of affairs in China. Author David Daley explains how Moore V Harper could impact American democracy.

  • December 8, 2022: asset-mezzanine-16x9

    December 8, 2022

    S2022 E5115 - 55m 37s

    Christiane spoke to the Moldovan president about protecting democracy, and Moldova's sheer survival, living in Putin's shadow. The investigation of Harvey Weinstein's abusive behavior began with Jodi Kantor and Megan Twohey. Christiane speaks with the two reporters and Zoe Kazan, who plays Kantor the "She Said" film. Juliette Kayyem speaks about the significance of the NC power grid attack.

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

    December 7, 2022

    S2022 E5114 - 55m 12s

    Carol Moseley Braun and Sarah Longwell reflect on Raphael Warnock's win in Georgia's runoff election. Former Russian Deputy Minister of Energy Vladimir Milov explains his outspoken criticism of President Putin. Journalist Maria Ressa discusses her new book "How to Stand Up to a Dictator."

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

    December 6, 2022

    S2022 E5113 - 55m 38s

    Under Secretary of State Victoria Nuland on the Ukraine war coming to Russia. Prof. Ido Aharoni discusses a new Israeli government headed by Benjamin Netanyahu and extreme right wing allies. Jimmy Lai accused Chinese authorities of stifling dissent and smothering long-held press freedoms. Next week, he'll stand trial. Photojournalist Lynsey Addario -- has just been on the ground in Kherson.

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

    December 5, 2022

    S2022 E5112 - 55m 36s

    Lithuanian prime minister Ingrida Šimonytė explains how Putin's war impacts her country. Actor Bill Nighy discusses his new film "Living." Writer Richard Stengel reflects on Nelson Mandela's legacyl

  • December 2, 2022: asset-mezzanine-16x9

    December 2, 2022

    S2022 E5111 - 55m 37s

    Asa Hutchinson, Governor of Arkansas, joins Christiane to discuss the future of the GOP and what it means for America. Prior to his retirement, Dr. Fauci joins Walter Isaacson to reflect on a storied career. Tiya Miles tells the full story of “Ashley’s sack” in her book "All That She Carried."

  • December 1, 2022: asset-mezzanine-16x9

    December 1, 2022

    S2022 E5110 - 55m 37s

    Hillary Clinton weighs in on women's equality and global affairs. Acclaimed American Soprano Renée Fleming discusses her return to the Metropolitan Opera for "The Hours." Journalist Natalie Kitroeff explains what's causing a humanitarian disaster in Haiti.

  • November 30, 2022: asset-mezzanine-16x9

    November 30, 2022

    S2022 E5109 - 55m 37s

    Ukraine’s immediate need for weapons and equipment is dominating this week’s meeting of NATO foreign ministers. U.S. Secretary of State Antony Blinken discusses. To discuss the future of Afghani girls and women, Christiane speaks with U.N. official Alison Davidian. Laura Kavanagh, the city’s new fire department commissioner, is the first woman to hold the position.

  • November 29, 2022: asset-mezzanine-16x9

    November 29, 2022

    S2022 E5108 - 55m 37s

    Igor Zhovka, chief diplomatic adviser to the Ukrainian president, discusses the latest on the war in Ukraine. Comedian Rob Delaney reflects on his new book and his grief journey following the loss of his infant son to brain cancer. Filmmaker Ken Burns discusses his new photography book "Our America."

Extras + Features

  • Rep. Speier on Roe v. Wade: "I Don't Want You in My Uterus": asset-mezzanine-16x9

    Rep. Speier on Roe v. Wade: "I Don't Want You in My Uterus"

    S2022 E4221 - 1m 22s

    If Roe v. Wade is overturned, more women may die. This is the blunt warning from the director of the CDC, as America deals with the fallout from the leaked Supreme Court draft opinion. For California Representative Jackie Speier, abortion is a lived experienced. In 2011, she became the first member of Congress to share her abortion story on the House floor.

  • Fmr. Gov. Chris Christie on Trump’s Hold on the GOP: asset-mezzanine-16x9

    Fmr. Gov. Chris Christie on Trump’s Hold on the GOP

    S2022 E4220 - 17m 29s

    Former President Donald Trump's unprecedented role in the current primaries poses a dilemma for some Republicans. Former New Jersey Governor Chris Christie, having been in and out of Trump's orbit, is considering a run for president himself. He speaks with Walter Isaacson about trying to navigate a way forward.

  • Bill Gates: How to Prevent the Next Pandemic: asset-mezzanine-16x9

    Bill Gates: How to Prevent the Next Pandemic

    S2022 E4219 - 17m 24s

    Americans are being warned to be prepared for a COVID-19 summer surge, particularly across Southern states. Looking to learn from the past two years -- and plan for the future -- is Bill Gates, with his new book "How to Prevent the Next Pandemic." He tells Walter Isaacson why we should treat pandemics like fires.

  • Gloria Steinem Reacts to SCOTUS Roe v. Wade Draft: asset-mezzanine-16x9

    Gloria Steinem Reacts to SCOTUS Roe v. Wade Draft

    S2022 E4219 - 2m 55s

    Steinem has fought for women's rights all her life. She has been at the forefront of defending Roe v. Wade since the beginning. She sees the Supreme Court ruling as a threat not just to women, but to American democracy.

  • Conservative Activist Argues for Roe v Wade to be Overturned: asset-mezzanine-16x9

    Conservative Activist Argues for Roe v Wade to be Overturned

    S2022 E4219 - 2m 3s

    A draft Supreme Court ruling overturning the Roe v. Wade abortion decision has been leaked. If accurate, women in 26 states stand to lose the right to abortion. For decades, right-wing activists have kept the fight against ‘Roe’ at the heart of America’s culture wars. Severino is the president of the Judicial Crisis Network and claims the draft ruling accomplishes many of her life's ambitions.

  • Does the U.S. Healthcare System Favor the White and Wealthy?: asset-mezzanine-16x9

    Does the U.S. Healthcare System Favor the White and Wealthy?

    S2022 E4218 - 17m 44s

    Americans are being warned to prepare for a summer surge in COVID-19 cases, particularly across Southern states. Dr. Thomas Fisher witnessed the pressures of the pandemic first-hand as an emergency physician. He speaks with Michel Martin about his new book --"The Emergency: A Year of Healing and Heartbreak in a Chicago E.R." -- and the state of American healthcare.

  • Rick Wilson: Gov. DeSantis Is “King of the Culture War”: asset-mezzanine-16x9

    Rick Wilson: Gov. DeSantis Is “King of the Culture War”

    S2022 E4217 - 17m 6s

    Florida has become Ground Zero for America's culture wars. It’s the home state of Rick Wilson, a Republican strategist and vocal Trump critic. He sits down with Michel Martin to discuss what this might mean for the upcoming midterm elections.

  • How Synthetic Biology Will Revolutionize Science: asset-mezzanine-16x9

    How Synthetic Biology Will Revolutionize Science

    S2022 E4216 - 17m 9s

    Award-winning author and futurist Amy Webb examines the world of synthetic biology in her book "The Genesis Machine." She sits down with Hari Sreenivasan to discuss the science, its potential, and its concerns.

  • François Hollande: "Putin Isn't Frightened of War": asset-mezzanine-16x9

    François Hollande: "Putin Isn't Frightened of War"

    S2022 E4216 - 2m 51s

    France is helping to lead the EU’s opposition to the invasion of Ukraine, and President Macron’s re-election this past Sunday reinforced that commitment. Macron’s position is supported by his predecessor and former mentor, François Hollande, who has himself negotiated with Putin. In the wake of France's presidential election, Hollande spoke with Christiane in Paris.

  • How To Live In An Age of Disaster: asset-mezzanine-16x9

    How To Live In An Age of Disaster

    S2022 E4215 - 16m 49s

    Juliette Kayyem, former assistant secretary for homeland security, is one of today's foremost thinkers on disaster management. Her latest book is a guide on what to do when things go wrong. She sits down with Hari Sreenivasan to discuss what we can learn from dealing with catastrophe.

  • Elon Musk, Twitter, and the “False Flag of Free Speech”: asset-mezzanine-16x9

    Elon Musk, Twitter, and the “False Flag of Free Speech”

    S2022 E4214 - 17m 37s

    Tesla and SpaceX CEO Elon Musk has reached a deal to buy Twitter for $44 billion. He says his goal is to bolster free speech on the platform. What does this mean for the future of one of the world’s most influential social media sites? Author, entrepreneur and professor Scott Galloway speaks with Hari Sreenivasan.

  • A Month "Just Trying to Survive" In Mariupol: asset-mezzanine-16x9

    A Month "Just Trying to Survive" In Mariupol

    S2022 E4213 - 2m 23s

    As the war in Ukraine shifts to the south and east of the country, reports from the city of Mariupol have been silenced by intense bombardment. Civilians have been forced to shelter in basements, and promises of humanitarian corridors have repeatedly been broken. Alina Beskrovna was born and raised in Mariupol and spent a month there under siege before managing to escape.

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