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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

  • 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

  • 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.

  • Re-Elected French Pres. "Macron Has to Unite the Country": asset-mezzanine-16x9

    Re-Elected French Pres. "Macron Has to Unite the Country"

    S2022 E4213 - 2m 47s

    Emmanuel Macron is the first French president in two decades to win re-election, comfortably beating his hard-right challenger Marine Le Pen in the second round this weekend. For more on this, Christiane, from Paris, speaks with Laurence Haïm, a French journalist who served as Macron’s spokesperson during his presidential campaign in 2017.

  • Is the War in Ukraine an Environmental Disaster?: asset-mezzanine-16x9

    Is the War in Ukraine an Environmental Disaster?

    S2022 E4212 - 18m

    As the war in Ukraine rages on, the West is struggling to pull the plug on Russian oil and gas. Svitlana Romanko is a Ukrainian climate activist and environmental lawyer, and she speaks with Walter Isaacson about fossil fuel addiction and the impact of the war.

  • Twice-Poisoned Putin Critic Arrested. His Wife Speaks Out: asset-mezzanine-16x9

    Twice-Poisoned Putin Critic Arrested. His Wife Speaks Out

    S2022 E4211 - 18m 22s

    Russians protesting Putin’s invasion face harsh consequences. Opposition leader Vladimir Kara-Murza was detained by police last week as he was preparing to be interviewed by Walter Isaacson. Now Walter speaks with Vladimir’s wife, Evgenia Kara-Murza, about her husband’s continued struggle against Putin from behind bars.

  • "It's Not Looking Great," Says Israeli PM on Ukraine: asset-mezzanine-16x9

    "It's Not Looking Great," Says Israeli PM on Ukraine

    S2022 E4210 - 2m 38s

    Clashes with Palestinians in Jerusalem have deepened a political crisis in Israel. Prime Minister Naftali Bennett’s fragile ruling coalition lost its one-seat majority earlier this month when a member of his own party defected. Now the coalition faces a mutiny. The Israeli Prime Minister is trying to hold his government together while attempting to help negotiate an end to the war in Ukraine.

  • The Story Behind HBO’s “We Own This City”: asset-mezzanine-16x9

    The Story Behind HBO’s “We Own This City”

    S2022 E4210 - 17m 58s

    The current surge in violent crime highlights the ongoing struggle between American law enforcement and the public. Justin Fenton chronicles the rise and fall of a Baltimore Police Department task force in his book "We Own This City." The author joins Michel Martin to discuss crime, cops, and corruption.

  • GOP Strategist: "The Party Has Gotten Trump-ier": asset-mezzanine-16x9

    GOP Strategist: "The Party Has Gotten Trump-ier"

    S2022 E4209 - 3m

    63 House Republicans – nearly a third – voted against a recent resolution supporting NATO. It’s just one of a number of moves by the GOP in recent weeks that have set alarm bells ringing, including the RNC’s withdrawal from the bipartisan Commission on Presidential Debates. Longtime Republican strategist Sarah Longwell joins the program to discuss.

  • Pandemic Profiteers Got Rich While America Got Sick: asset-mezzanine-16x9

    Pandemic Profiteers Got Rich While America Got Sick

    S2022 E4209 - 17m 40s

    In his new book, David McSwane reveals that America's initial COVID-19 response was riddled with corruption and incompetence. The author joins Hari Sreenivasan to discuss pandemic profiteering.

  • “Uniquely Stupid:” Dissecting the Past Decade in America: asset-mezzanine-16x9

    “Uniquely Stupid:” Dissecting the Past Decade in America

    S2022 E4208 - 17m 55s

    In the decade since Facebook went public, social media platforms have transformed American society. Social psychologist Jonathan Haidt speaks with Hari Sreenivasan about what went wrong and how social media could become less corrosive.

  • Seven Lviv Civilians Killed in Russian Missile Attack: asset-mezzanine-16x9

    Seven Lviv Civilians Killed in Russian Missile Attack

    S2022 E4208 - 2m 32s

    Ukrainian officials say Moscow has completed its regroup and is preparing to launch its offensive in the east. Meanwhile, Kyiv, the capital, and the western city of Lviv are under missile attack. At least seven civilians – including a child – were killed in Lviv this morning. For the latest, Christiane speaks with the deputy mayor of Lviv.

  • Expert Challenges Mass Shooter Myth: They Don’t Just Snap: asset-mezzanine-16x9

    Expert Challenges Mass Shooter Myth: They Don’t Just Snap

    S2022 E4207 - 18m 3s

    Journalist Mark Follman has spent the past decade researching gun violence in America. His new book "Trigger Points" details how leaders could go beyond thoughts and prayers and actually address the problem. He speaks with Michel Martin as Brooklyn recovers from this week’s subway shooting.

  • Nuremberg Prosecutor "Heartbroken" Over Ukraine: asset-mezzanine-16x9

    Nuremberg Prosecutor "Heartbroken" Over Ukraine

    S2022 E4207 - 2m 25s

    Benjamin Ferencz is the last surviving prosecutor from the Nuremberg trials, winning convictions against 22 Nazi defendants in 1947. Christiane speaks with him about his experience, and his thoughts about the war in Ukraine. It’s clear that in his 103rd year, Ferencz has not given up on his fight for justice -- or his faith in peace.

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