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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.

July 5, 2024

55m 53s

UN Emergency Relief Coordinator Martin Griffiths discusses the deaths of international relief workers in Gaza. Evgenia Kara-Murza, the wife of jailed Russian opposition figure Vladimir Kara-Murza on the state of Putin's Russia. Retired Supreme Court Justice Stephen Breyer explains his pragmatic approach to interpreting the Constitution in his new book "Reading the Constitution."

Episodes

  • January 31, 2024: asset-mezzanine-16x9

    January 31, 2024

    S2024 E6153 - 55m 52s

    Former Chief of Israel's Shin Bet, Ami Ayalon discusses the ongoing negotiations between Israel and Hamas for some sort of truce. Alicia Kearns, Chair of the U.K. Parliament's Foreign Affairs Committee talks Britain's current role in the Middle East. Reverend Frederick Haynes III speaks on behalf of Black pastors across America who have united to ask President Biden to support a ceasefire in Gaza.

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

    January 30, 2024

    S2024 E6152 - 55m 53s

    Former U.S. House Republican Adam Kinzinger joins the show to discuss the danger of a wider war in the Middle East. Evangelical Christians form a key part of former president Trump's base. Film director Rob Reiner explores this phenomenon in his new documentary "God & Country." Chinese dissident and renowned artist Ai Weiwei on his new graphic memoir "Zodiac."

  • January 29, 2024: asset-mezzanine-16x9

    January 29, 2024

    S2024 E6151 - 55m 53s

    Former US Ambassador to Israel and Egypt Daniel Kurtzer analyzes the latest from the region. Kang Kyung-wha on the instability of North Korea and what can be done to prevent conflict. Monica Yunus, daughter of Nobel Laureate Muhammad Yunus, on the allegedly politically motivated charges that her father faces in Bangladesh. Director Michael Kirk talks the Frontline documentary "Democracy on Trial."

  • January 26, 2024: asset-mezzanine-16x9

    January 26, 2024

    S2024 E6150 - 55m 53s

    The ICJ issues a ruling that Israel must take measures to prevent acts of genocide against Palestinians. Melissa Bell discusses the details. For more on the ICJ ruling, David Scheffer, America’s first-ever Ambassador-at-Large for War Crimes Issues, joins the show. Axios reporter Barak Ravid on the ongoing Israeli hostage negotiations. Holocaust survivor Dr. Edith Eger tells her story.

  • January 25, 2024: asset-mezzanine-16x9

    January 25, 2024

    S2024 E6149 - 55m 52s

    Correspondent Jomana Karadsheh explains the latest developments inside Iran. Kiana Rahmani, daughter of Nobel Peace Prize Laureate Narges Mohammadi, talks about her mother's ongoing fight for gender equality from inside prison. Ava DuVernay on her film "Origin" about caste's role in America's hierarchy. NYT columnist Thomas Friedman discusses the situation in Israel.

  • January 24, 2024: asset-mezzanine-16x9

    January 24, 2024

    S2024 E6148 - 55m 43s

    Javier Villalobos, the Republican Mayor of McAllen, Texas, on why he believes the federal government is failing his community. Just before the New Hamphsire primary, Christiane got the global perspective from journalists Emily Maitlis and Mark Landler. Oscar-nominated film "The Barber of Little Rock" follows the story of Arlo Washington. Washington and filmmaker John Hoffman join the show.

  • January 23, 2023: asset-mezzanine-16x9

    January 23, 2023

    S2024 E6147 - 55m 51s

    Margaret Hoover and John Avlon break down the GOP race as New Hampshire holds its primary. Nicole Newnham discusses her new documentary on the work of sex educator Shere Hite and why her work is all but forgotten. Dr. Ashish Jha explains how private equity's role in healthcare is putting patients at risk, and what can be done to solve the problem.

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

    January 22, 2024

    S2024 E6146 - 55m 53s

    Former Israeli Foreign Minister Tzipi Livni discusses divisions within Israel. Salam Fayyad, former Prime Minister of the Palestinian Authority, on the crisis of Palestinian leadership. Health reporter Donald McNeil on his new book "The Wisdom of Plagues." Conservative lawyer George Conway joins Michel Martin with incisive analysis of Trump's legal woes and how they are shaping his campaign.

  • January 19, 2024: asset-mezzanine-16x9

    January 19, 2024

    S2024 E6145 - 55m 56s

    Jeremy Diamond and Nada Bashir report from the Middle East. Sebastien Lai son of Chinese media tycoon Jimmy Lai, and Lai's lawyer Caoilfhionn Gallagher discuss the case against Sebastien's father. Yaroslav Trofimov on his new book detailing the war in Ukraine from his perspective as a Ukrainian journalist. Hannah Ritchie offers an optimistic view on combatting climate change.

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

    January 17, 2024

    S2024 E6143 - 55m 56s

    Former Saudi Intelligence Chief Prince Turki Al Faisal on the intensifying conflict in the Middle East. One of the stars of the "Barbie" movie, America Ferrera, discusses the film that captured the attention of the world this year. Former U.S. Deputy National Security Adviser Matt Pottinger explains the status of US-China relations and other global threats.

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

    January 16, 2024

    S2024 E6142 - 55m 22s

    Primary season has begun in the U.S. Frank Lavin breaks down the results from Iowa and the New Hampshire primary next week. In the once peaceful land of Ecuador, a state of emergency has been declared. Ecuadorian President Daniel Noboa joins Christiane to discuss. Zeynep Tufekci is a columnist at The New York Times, and she joins us to reflect on Trump’s appeal at this critical moment.

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

    January 15, 2024

    S2024 E6141 - 55m 51s

    U.N. Emergency Relief Coordinator Martin Griffiths speaks about the humanitarian crises in Gaza and Ukraine. Emily Y. Wu breaks down the election results from Taiwan. Sandra Hüller talks about her starring roles in two award-season contenders, "Anatomy of a Fall" and "The Zone of Interest." Astead Herndon analyses the expected results from today's Republican Iowa Caucus.

Extras + Features

  • Chicago Fed. Pres. Talks Inflation, Jobs and Nonpartisanship: asset-mezzanine-16x9

    Chicago Fed. Pres. Talks Inflation, Jobs and Nonpartisanship

    S2024 E6239 - 16m 46s

    In the runup to the U.S. presidential election in November, the economy is the biggest driver for voters. But there appears to be a disconnect between the economic facts on the ground and how people feel about it. Austan Goolsbee is President and CEO of the Federal Reserve Bank of Chicago. He updates Walter Isaacson on the state of America’s finances -- from the labor market to the housing market.

  • “Get Honest or Die Lying:” Charlamagne tha God on Why Small Talk Sucks: asset-mezzanine-16x9

    “Get Honest or Die Lying:” Charlamagne tha God on Why Small Talk Sucks

    S2024 E6238 - 17m 37s

    Charlamagne tha God is a radio personality, television host and author. His new book, "Get Honest or Die Lying: Why Small Talk Sucks," critiques the prevalence of superficial conversations and advocates for deeper, more meaningful dialogues to address societal divisions and personal unhappiness. He joins the show to discuss the importance of authentic communication.

  • Lin-Manuel Miranda’s Father on the Latino Vote and a Life of Activism: asset-mezzanine-16x9

    Lin-Manuel Miranda’s Father on the Latino Vote and a Life of Activism

    S2024 E6237 - 18m 16s

    Luis Miranda has devoted decades to helping to give Latino communities a voice in U.S. politics. Many recognize him as the father of "Hamilton" creator Lin-Manuel Miranda. Now, he's out with a new memoir, “Relentless: My Story of the Latino Spirit That Is Transforming America,” which chronicles his journey from young activist in Puerto Rico to influential democratic adviser in New York City.

  • “A Gentleman in Moscow” Author Amor Towles Discusses His New Short Stories: asset-mezzanine-16x9

    “A Gentleman in Moscow” Author Amor Towles Discusses His New Short Stories

    S2024 E6235 - 17m 17s

    Walter speaks with bestselling novelist Amor Towles about his new book “Table for Two.” The book, a New York Times bestseller, is a collection of short stories and a novella, described by the author as mainly concerning "the fateful consequences that can spring from brief encounters and the delicate mechanics of compromise that operate at the heart of modern marriages.”

  • Justice Alito’s Flag Controversy Brings Scrutiny to Supreme Court Ethics: asset-mezzanine-16x9

    Justice Alito’s Flag Controversy Brings Scrutiny to Supreme Court Ethics

    S2024 E6234 - 18m 23s

    Several Supreme Court justices have now had their impartiality called into question with little consequence. Aaron Tang, author of "Supreme Hubris," believes the Court is overplaying its hand. The author joins the show to discuss how to restore public trust to this vital institution.

  • George Floyd, Excited Delirium and the Medicalization of Police Violence: asset-mezzanine-16x9

    George Floyd, Excited Delirium and the Medicalization of Police Violence

    S2024 E6233 - 16m 59s

    Aisha Beliso-De Jesus is a co-founder of Princeton’s Center on Transnational Policing. Her new book "Excited Delirium" exposes a medical term that has long been used as a cover for police misconduct -- as in the case of George Floyd, whose murder by police four years ago this weekend sparked general outrage. The author and academic discusses with Michel Martin.

  • EXCLUSIVE: ICC Prosecutor Seeks Arrest Warrants for Netanyahu & Hamas Leaders: asset-mezzanine-16x9

    EXCLUSIVE: ICC Prosecutor Seeks Arrest Warrants for Netanyahu & Hamas Leaders

    S2024 E6231 - 5m 59s

    Today, the ICC’s Chief Prosecutor Karim Khan told Christiane he is seeking warrants for three Hamas leaders for crimes committed during the October 7th attacks on Israel. The court is also seeking arrest warrants for Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and Defense Minister Yoav Gallant, citing the war in Gaza. Khan explains his decision to Christiane in an exclusive interview.

  • Kristin Hannah’s “The Women:” Honoring the Female Veterans of the Vietnam War: asset-mezzanine-16x9

    Kristin Hannah’s “The Women:” Honoring the Female Veterans of the Vietnam War

    S2024 E6230 - 17m 19s

    Author Kristin Hannah's new novel "The Women" tells a story about a nation divided against itself. The book is about an army nurse in Vietnam who experiences both the horror of the war in Southeast Asia, and the anger of antiwar demonstrators at home. Hannah joins the show to discuss her novel, which is particularly relevant in a time of renewed protest across the U.S.

  • “Saving the Animals of Ukraine:” An Untold Story of War: asset-mezzanine-16x9

    “Saving the Animals of Ukraine:” An Untold Story of War

    S2024 E6229 - 17m 50s

    From the depths of war and misery emerges a common cause: Ukrainians are banding together to rescue people’s pets, left behind by those forced to flee. Their extraordinary efforts are documented by filmmaker Anton Ptushkin, who joins Hari Sreenivasan to discuss the making of his film “Saving the Animals of Ukraine.”

  • Frank Bruni on Trump, Weaponizing American Pessimism & “The Age of Grievance”: asset-mezzanine-16x9

    Frank Bruni on Trump, Weaponizing American Pessimism & “The Age of Grievance”

    S2024 E6228 - 18m 10s

    Today Trump takes a day off from the courtroom to hit the campaign trail, where he will no doubt air his many grievances about his criminal trial. New York Times columnist Frank Bruni says we're living in "The Age of Grievance." He joins Michel Martin to discuss his latest book, which makes the case that grievance has come to define American politics on both the right and the left.

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