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October 30, 2024

55m 35s

Rep. Dan Crenshaw (R-TX) on his support for Donald Trump. John Avlon is running for Congress in the 1st District of New York for the Democrat Party. He joins the show to discuss what's at stake in his district and how these issues are reflected across the country. Author and historian Timothy Shenk on his new book "Left Adrift," which examines change in the Democratic Party over the past 50 years.

Episodes

  • October 30, 2024: asset-mezzanine-16x9

    October 30, 2024

    S2024 E7088 - 55m 35s

    Rep. Dan Crenshaw (R-TX) on his support for Donald Trump. John Avlon is running for Congress in the 1st District of New York for the Democrat Party. He joins the show to discuss what's at stake in his district and how these issues are reflected across the country. Author and historian Timothy Shenk on his new book "Left Adrift," which examines change in the Democratic Party over the past 50 years.

  • October 22, 2024: asset-mezzanine-16x9

    October 22, 2024

    S2024 E7082 - 55m 47s

    The Deputy Prime Minister of Moldova discusses what is at stake in the Russia-Ukraine war. Ben Macintyre on his new book "The Siege." Georgetown Law professor and former acting Solicitor General Neal Katyal aruges that the judicial branch -- and state and local courts -- might not be able to handle stressors to election integrity during this presidential race.

  • October 21, 2024: asset-mezzanine-16x9

    October 21, 2024

    S2024 E7081 - 55m 48s

    Former U.S. Ambassador to Lebanon Ryan Crocker discusses the latest escalations in the Middle East. Political experts Leslie Vinjamuri and Simon Rosenberg dive into the race for the U.S. presidency. Former U.S. National Security Council official Lt. Colonel Alexander Vindman (Ret.) discusses the war in Ukraine and America's announcement for more funding there.

  • October 18, 2024: asset-mezzanine-16x9

    October 18, 2024

    S2024 E7080 - 55m 46s

    To discuss what Sinwar's death might mean for the hostages and the Palestinians still suffering in Gaza -- and what Hamas might do next -- longtime hostage negotiator Gershon Baskin joins the show. Director Ali Abbasi on his new film "The Apprentice." To discuss how false information spreads, and how to combat it, Renée DiResta joins the show. Actress Gillian Anderson on her new book "Want."

  • October 17, 2024: asset-mezzanine-16x9

    October 17, 2024

    S2024 E7079 - 55m 4s

    Journalist Ronen Bergman discusses the news that Israel has killed Hamas leader Yahya Sinwar. Richard Haass of the Council on Foreign Relations discusses the White House’s diplomatic options now. Retired Israeli General Noam Tibon tells the story of fighting to save his family on Oct 7, 2023. Mustafa Barghouti of the Palestinian National Initiative discusses what this news means for Palestinians.

  • October 16, 2024: asset-mezzanine-16x9

    October 16, 2024

    S2024 E7078 - 55m 47s

    Correspondent Fred Pleitgen brings us a report from the front lines of the Russia-Ukraine war. Former NATO Deputy Secretary-General Rose Gottemoeller on Zelensky's five-point victory plan. Author and NPR music critic Ann Powers on NPR's "How Women Made Music." "Beyond the Lie" author Bill Adair warns of an "epidemic of lying" in U.S. politics -- particularly within the Republican party.

  • October 15, 2024: asset-mezzanine-16x9

    October 15, 2024

    S2024 E7077 - 55m 46s

    Correspondent Jomana Karadsheh reports on suffering across the Middle East. Former Head of Israeli Defense Intelligence Amos Yadlin discusses the expanding war. Cate Blanchett and Alfonso Cuaron on their new psychological thriller "Disclaimer." Law professor Steve Vladeck discusses concerns over the Supreme Court's credibility and its potential role in the upcoming election.

  • October 14, 2024: asset-mezzanine-16x9

    October 14, 2024

    S2024 E7076 - 55m 25s

    James Elder, global spokesperson for UNICEF, joins the show from Geneva to discuss a recent trip to Gaza. House Speaker Nancy Pelosi on Israel, the election, and "The Art of Power." Theodore R. Johnson, a scholar of race and electoral politics, speaks with Michel Martin about his new book, "If We Are Brave: Essays From Black Americana."

  • October 11, 2024: asset-mezzanine-16x9

    October 11, 2024

    S2024 E7075 - 55m 46s

    Correspondent Ben Wedeman reports on the latest in the fighting between Israel and Hezbollah from Beirut. Journalist Franklin Foer discusses the Biden administration's role in the conflict since October 7th. Republican Governor Mike Dewine of Ohio responds to Donald Trump's false claims about Haitian immigrants in his state and weighs in on key issues this election.

  • October 10, 2024: asset-mezzanine-16x9

    October 10, 2024

    S2024 E7074 - 55m 47s

    Hurricane Milton made landfall in Florida last night. Climate expert Jeff Goodell on the role of climate change in storms like this. Correspondent Isabel Rosales joins from her car on the flooded streets of Tampa to share what she’s seen. Award-winning director Steve McQueen on his new film "Blitz." Tom Nichols on why he believes that re-electing Trump would be George Washington’s worst nightmare.

  • October 9, 2024: asset-mezzanine-16x9

    October 9, 2024

    S2024 E7073 - 55m 45s

    Lebanese Ambassador to the UK, Rami Mortada discusses Israel's offensive against Hezbollah in Lebanon and Netanyahu's message to the Lebanese people. Tampa City Council Member Bill Carlson on the imminent disaster Florida faces from Hurricane Milton. WSJ reporter Anat Peled recounts the intelligence failure of the IDF regarding the Nahal Oz military base and the subsequent massacre there on Oct 7.

  • October 8, 2024: asset-mezzanine-16x9

    October 8, 2024

    S2024 E7072 - 55m 47s

    One month out from the U.S. election, economist Laura Tyson argues that the economy and reproductive rights are actually linked. Award-winning actress Kate Winslet on portraying American photojournalist Lee Miller in the new film "Lee." Trailblazing journalist Connie Chung joins Walter Isaacson to share the story of her career.

Extras + Features

  • Who Are the Houthis and What Is Their Role in Israel-Gaza?: asset-mezzanine-16x9

    Who Are the Houthis and What Is Their Role in Israel-Gaza?

    S2024 E6144 - 17m 58s

    As the U.S. launches a fifth round of missile strikes against the Houthis in Yemen, Walter Isaacson digs into the roots of this crisis with Elisabeth Kendall, a Middle East specialist and author who also is Mistress of Cambridge University's Girton College.

  • Trump's Deputy National Security Advisor on U.S.-China: asset-mezzanine-16x9

    Trump's Deputy National Security Advisor on U.S.-China

    S2024 E6143 - 18m 2s

    In Taiwan, people have voted for a historic third term of the Democratic Progressive Party, led by President-elect Lai Ching-Te. What does this mean for Taiwan's relations with mainland China and diplomacy with other nations? Walter discusses with Matt Pottinger, the former U.S. Deputy National Security Advisor.

  • America Ferrera Talks “Barbie” Movie and Feminism: asset-mezzanine-16x9

    America Ferrera Talks “Barbie” Movie and Feminism

    S2024 E6143 - 5m 55s

    It’s one of the most talked-about movie moments of the year — the breakout scene in the billion-dollar blockbuster "Barbie" where America Ferrera, as the non-Barbie Gloria, makes a speech about what it is to be a woman in the modern world. Christiane spoke to the actress just before she nabbed the SeeHer Award at the Critics Choice Awards in Los Angeles.

  • Behind Trump’s Hold Over the GOP: asset-mezzanine-16x9

    Behind Trump’s Hold Over the GOP

    S2024 E6142 - 18m 11s

    Support for Trump in Iowa is stronger than ever. The question must be raised: What keeps Republicans so loyal? Zeynep Tufekci is a columnist at The New York Times, and she joins us to reflect on Trump’s appeal at this critical moment.

  • Inside Iowa: Donald Trump’s Success and the State of the GOP: asset-mezzanine-16x9

    Inside Iowa: Donald Trump’s Success and the State of the GOP

    S2024 E6141 - 16m 37s

    Martin Luther King Day is also Iowa Caucus Day for GOP presidential candidates. Despite facing multiple criminal charges, former president Donald Trump entered as the frontrunner, with Governor Ron DeSantis and former governor Nikki Haley competing to be an alternative contender. New York Times National Politics Reporter Astead Herndon joins Hari Sreenivasan to speak about what is at stake.

  • “Gaza is on the Brink of Famine:” WFP’s Cindy McCain: asset-mezzanine-16x9

    “Gaza is on the Brink of Famine:” WFP’s Cindy McCain

    S2024 E6140 - 17m 46s

    Gazans are facing a desperate humanitarian crisis, with food shelves empty, and around 85% of the enclave's population displaced since October 7 according to the U.N. The World Food Programme’s executive Cindy McCain says we’re at a tipping point. She speaks to Walter Isaacson about the dire situation and why food insecurity is a global concern.

  • Ukraine Amb. on Stalled US Aid: “We Have Faith in..Congress": asset-mezzanine-16x9

    Ukraine Amb. on Stalled US Aid: “We Have Faith in..Congress"

    S2024 E6139 - 19m 17s

    Russian missiles hit Kharkiv late Wednesday, destroying a hotel and injuring 11 people, in yet another reminder of conditions in Ukraine as the war approaches the two-year mark. Oksana Markarova, Ukraine’s Ambassador to the United States, joins the show to discuss the ongoing conflict.

  • “Io Capitano" Captures the Hope and Danger of Migration: asset-mezzanine-16x9

    “Io Capitano" Captures the Hope and Danger of Migration

    S2024 E6138 - 17m 26s

    2023 saw a record number of migrants crossing the Atlantic to the Spanish Canary Islands, with many lives lost at sea, European governments are responding to the flood tide of migrants with harsh crackdowns. But rarely do we hear from the people making these treacherous journeys. Italian film director Matteo Garrone plans to present their side of the story through his new film “Io Capitano."

  • Haaretz Columnist Gideon Levy on Israel's Conduct in Gaza: asset-mezzanine-16x9

    Haaretz Columnist Gideon Levy on Israel's Conduct in Gaza

    S2024 E6137 - 6m 2s

    Palestinian authorities say one in every 100 residents of Gaza have been killed over the past three months, nearly two-thirds of them women and children. This human toll is front and center as Western officials visit the region expressing increased concern about the crisis. Haaretz Columnist Gideon Levy says there’s no way to explain Israel’s conduct in Gaza. He joined the program from Tel Aviv.

  • Trump, Antisemitism, Art: A Conversation with Tony Kushner: asset-mezzanine-16x9

    Trump, Antisemitism, Art: A Conversation with Tony Kushner

    S2024 E6136 - 18m 42s

    A film Tony Kushner co-wrote nearly 20 years ago is getting a second look amid this war: Stephen Spielberg’s "Munich." It’s the story of the assassination of Israeli athletes by Palestinian terrorists at the 1972 Olympic Games -- and Israel’s secret mission to hunt down and eliminate each of the assassins. Kushner discusses the war, antisemitism and the role of art in this climate.

  • The Unseen Faces of Jan. 6: asset-mezzanine-16x9

    The Unseen Faces of Jan. 6

    S2024 E6135 - 17m 59s

    Almost three years after a mob of insurgents stormed the U.S. Capitol, Jan. 6 continues to hang over American democracy. According to polling, Republicans are more sympathetic to the rioters and more loyal to Donald Trump than they were in 2021. Robert Pape is Director of the Chicago Project on Security and Threats. He joins Walter Isaacson to discuss how political violence has become mainstream.

  • Lenny Kravitz on His New Song "Road to Freedom": asset-mezzanine-16x9

    Lenny Kravitz on His New Song "Road to Freedom"

    S2024 E6134 - 5m 17s

    After 35 years in the music business and four Grammy Awards, soulful superstar Lenny Kravitz is now eyeing Oscar glory as his new song "Road to Freedom" hits the shortlist. It was written for the acclaimed film "Rustin," which tells the story of pioneering civil rights activist Bayard Rustin. Lenny Kravitz joins the program to discuss all this -- and new projects on the horizon.

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