December 27, 2024
Professor Mona Fawa on the situation in Lebanon, Hezbollah's role, and where public opinion in the country lies. Climate policy expert Leah Stokes and former Rep. Bob Inglis (R-SC) on climate change policies in the U.S. Meryl Streep, Fawzia Koofi and Habiba Sarabi on the new documentary, "The Sharp Edge of Peace." Malcom Gladwell on his new book, "Revenge of the Tipping Point."
Episodes
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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."
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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October 7, 2024
S2024 E7071 - 55m 47s
Meirav Leshem Gonen's daughter Romi Gonen has been held hostage by Hamas for a year. Meirav discusses this anniversary and her fight to save her daughter. Palestinian Rana Salman and Israeli May Pundak offer a message of hope for peace on this dark anniversary. Al Jazeera correspondent Youmna ElSayed reflects on a year of covering the war, first from Gaza and now from an undisclosed location.
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October 4, 2024
S2024 E7070 - 55m 28s
Professor Mona Fawa on the situation in Lebanon, Hezbollah's role, and where public opinion in the country lies. Climate policy expert Leah Stokes and former Rep. Bob Inglis (R-SC) on climate change policies in the U.S. Meryl Streep, Fawzia Koofi and Habiba Sarabi on the new documentary, "The Sharp Edge of Peace." Malcom Gladwell on his new book, "Revenge of the Tipping Point."
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October 3, 2024
S2024 E7069 - 55m 47s
Over the past two weeks, more than 1,000 people in Lebanon have been killed. Correspondent Jomana Karadsheh reports. Israeli journalist Illana Dayan on what her country has been through, and what the future might hold. Al Jazeera English correspondent Tareq Abu Azzoum joined Christiane from central Gaza to give the view from there. Journalist Ta-Nehisi Coates on his new book "The Message."
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October 2, 2024
S2024 E7068 - 55m 46s
Fmr. Israeli PM Ehud Barak on Iran's attack on Israel and the anticipated response. Fmr. State Department official Andrew Miller gives the American perspective on the escalation in the region. Iran expert Karim Sadjadpour discusses Iran's strategy in this conflict. Actor and activist John Leguizamo explores the Latino American experience in “Voces American Historia: The Untold History of Latinos."
Extras + Features
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What Trump’s Second Term Could Mean for the Rest of the World
S2024 E7095 - 17m 51s
Only months after President Biden hosted the 75th anniversary of the NATO alliance, the conversation turns to the effect of a second Trump administration on America's role in the world. In his latest piece for The New York Times, David Sanger writes about his view of the world order during a Trump second term. He joins the show to discuss.
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What the Democratic Party Got Wrong
S2024 E7094 - 18m 2s
While the world is wondering what a second term under Trump will bring, many are falling back on their first-term memories of Trump the chaos agent. Jonathan Martin, co-author of "This Will Not Pass," has written all about that turbulent time. He joins Walter Isaacson to talk about the implications of Trump's re-election, and what went wrong for the Democrats.
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How Donald Trump Flipped Key Swing States and Won the Election
S2024 E7093 - 18m 12s
Donald Trump is the first Republican candidate in 20 years to win both the Electoral College and the popular vote. What made him so successful, in the face of predictions of one of the closest races in U.S. history? Astead Herndon spent months traveling the country for The NYT, speaking with voters in key swing states. He’s the host of “The Run-Up” podcast and he joins Hari to break it all down.
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No Early Voting, No Online Registration: Inside MS’s Voting Rights Battle
S2024 E7089 - 17m 57s
With the presidential candidates now barnstorming the swing states, voter turnout will be key. As Executive Director of the Mississippi Black Women's Roundtable, Cassandra Welchlin is dedicated specifically to mobilizing Black women to exercise their right to vote. She tells Michel Martin all about it.
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Alexander Vindman: The U.S. Will “Decide The Fate of the World” on Nov. 5th
S2024 E7081 - 18m 35s
U.S. Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin in Kyiv today announced nearly half a billion dollars in new military aid for the country. Retired Lieutenant Colonel Alexander Vindman was Director for European Affairs on the U.S. National Security Council, and he also testified during Trump's impeachment case. He speaks with Walter Isaacson.
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Controlling the Weather and Eating Pets: Expert Breaks Down Disinformation
S2024 E7080 - 18m 1s
With the risk levels in online communication and public messaging higher than ever, the spread of disinformation online has become a real-world concern. Some 16 Republicans serving as electors for Donald Trump this year deny the 2020 result. To discuss how false information spreads, and how to combat it, Renée DiResta joins the show.
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NYT Journalist Discusses the Killing of Hamas Leader Yahya Sinwar
S2024 E7079 - 4m 50s
Israel has confirmed the death of Hamas leader Yahya Sinwar, the architect of the October 7th attacks, when its soldiers encountered and engaged three terrorists during a routine operation in Gaza. After the clash they found a body resembling Sinwar's, analyzed the corpse's DNA and found a match with the Hamas leader. Investigative journalist Ronen Bergman discusses the news and its significance.
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PolitiFact Founder Explains the “Epidemic of Lying” in American Politics
S2024 E7078 - 18m 12s
As Americans gear up for the election, Bill Adair warns of an "epidemic of lying" in U.S. politics -- particularly within the Republican Party. Adair joins the show to discuss his new book "Beyond the Lie." As founder of the fact-checking website PolitiFact, Adair is well placed to account for where disinformation comes from, how it spreads and the danger it poses to democracy.
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“This Supreme Court Is Its Own Worst Enemy:” Expert Discusses SCOTUS New Term
S2024 E7077 - 17m 43s
The Supreme Court's new term has started and the presidential election is just three weeks away. Stephen Vladeck is a law professor at Georgetown University. He joins the show from Washington, D.C. to discuss his concerns about the court's credibility and the role it could play on election day.
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Ted Johnson on Trump’s Appeal to Black Men: “Hyper-Masculine and Untouchable”
S2024 E7076 - 18m 6s
As part of the Democrats' broader effort to secure the Black vote in November, Kamala Harris is unveiling a new economic plan to provide more opportunities for Black men. Theodore R. Johnson, a scholar of race and electoral politics, speaks about his new book, "If We Are Brave: Essays From Black Americana." In it the author engages such topics as democracy and race through first-hand accounts.
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Gov. DeWine on Springfield Fallout: Ohio Welcomes and Needs Legal Immigrants
S2024 E7075 - 18m 40s
Donald Trump recently made a false claim that the Biden administration is diverting aid from those affected by hurricanes. This occurred only weeks after Trump's false accusations about Haitian immigrants in the state of Ohio during the presidential debate. The state's governor, Mike Dewine, has denied these claims and has expressed support for Haitian migrants. He joins the show to discuss.
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Tom Nichols: Donald Trump Would Be “George Washington’s Nightmare”
S2024 E7074 - 18m 10s
Less than a month before the U.S. election, the candidates are in the final stretch of the campaign. As the polls get tighter in critical swing states, The Atlantic has officially endorsed VP Kamala Harris for president. In his latest piece for the magazine, Tom Nichols tells readers why he believes that re-electing Donald Trump would be founding father George Washington’s worst nightmare.
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