June 24, 2024
Ami Ayalon, former director of Israel's security agency, discusses scenarios for ending the war and returning the hostages home. Founder and CEO of INARA, Arwa Damon, joins the show from Gaza and describes the bleak conditions she is seeing there. Former Teen Vogue editor Samhita Mukhopadhyay explores the disappointing realities of working in corporate America in her book "The Myth of Making It."
Episodes
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June 13, 2022
S2022 E4248 - 55m 14s
Experts weigh in on today's Jan. 6 hearing. Journalist Ed Yong discusses his new book, "An Immense World." The brutality of corporate America and the malaise of the American labor market are being traced back to one businessman: former General Electric CEO Jack Welch. 42 years after its last live concert, ABBA has come back to life with "ABBA Voyage," a groundbreaking virtual concert.
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June 10, 2022
S2022 E4247 - 55m 39s
Parkland survivor Cameron Kasky discusses the March for Our Lives movement. Emma Thompson reflects on her role in the new film "Good Luck to You, Leo Grande." Ambassador Deborah Lipstadt explains how racism and antisemitism are intertwined.
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June 9, 2022
S2022 E4246 - 55m 40s
The Russia-Ukraine War puts pressure on some of the newer democratic countries in the region -- notably Montenegro. A first-hand look at Rwanda's preparations for the Ukrainian refugees' arrival. "Happy Days" star Henry Winkler is still winning awards for his inimitable work -- most recently in the pitch-dark HBO comedy "Barry." Nicole Hemmer discusses the significance of the Jan. 6 hearings.
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June 8, 2022
S2022 E4245 - 55m 40s
Author Dan Pfeifffer discusses his new book "Battling the Big Lie." Journalist Tina Brown discusses political turmoil in Britain and Queen Elizabeth's platinum jubilee. Sam Rivera, Executive Director of OnPoint NYC, discusses overdoes prevention.
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June 7, 2022
S2022 E4244 - 55m 31s
President Biden excluded his counterparts from Cuba, Nicaragua and Venezuela from the Summit of the Americas for their human rights record, prompting a boycott from Mexico's president. Anger is rising over Moscow's withholding of global grain supplies. The results of a 10-month investigation into Jan. 6th will be presented on Thursday. Author Jonathan Martin discusses his conclusions.
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June 6, 2022
S2022 E4243 - 55m 6s
Estonian Prime Minister Kaja Kallas discusses NATO unity. 22-time Grand Slam champion Rafael Nadal reflects on his tennis career. Vauhini Vara explains how her previous reporting on tech giants and their CEOs inspired her novel “The Immortal King Rao.”
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May 25, 2022
S2022 E4235 - 55m 41s
Yesterday a Texas school massacre left 19 children and two teachers dead. In the decade since the Sandy Hook massacre, there have been more than 900 shootings on school grounds. This year, there have been more mass shootings than days. James Stavridis on the current analysis on the Ukraine war. Toluse Olorunnipa on how George Floyd’s story reflects troubling and pervasive truths about America.
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May 24, 2022
S2022 E4234 - 55m 39s
Ambassador Sergiy Kyslytsya discusses the horror of the Ukraine war. Palestinian Authority Prime Minister Mohammad Shtayyeh discusses the killing of Al Jazeera journalist Shireen Abu Akleh. Nina Jankowicz explains why the work of the DHS' Disinformation Governance Board has been paused.
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May 23, 2022
S2022 E4233 - 55m 40s
Christiane discusses China and U.S.'s relationship with diplomat Kathleen Stephens, former U.S. Ambassador to South Korea. A new HBO documentary directed by Judd Apatow offers a comprehensive look at comedy icon George Carlin's complicated life and timeless work. Ian Bremmer discusses his new book "The Power of Crisis" and looks at how we can better prepare for the global challenges ahead.
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May 20, 2022
S2022 E4232 - 55m 40s
Former Afghan President Hamid Karzai tells Christiane that Afghanistan will be a "dead country" if women and girls aren't part of its future. Deborah Lyons, UN Special Envoy to Afghanistan, weighs in on the Talibanization of the country. Musicians Bernard Sumner and Stephen Morris speak out about mental health awareness. DNC Chair Jaime Harrison discusses this year's midterm elections.
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May 19, 2022
S2022 E4231 - 55m 41s
The future of female staffers at Afghanistan's TOLOnews is in jeopardy. A scathing analysis by SIGAR says the biggest factor in the Afghanistan government's collapse was the U.S. withdrawal of its military forces and contractors from the country. Students of the Afghanistan National Institute of Music have fled the country. Emily Oster discusses what's at stake with the baby formula shortage.
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May 17, 2022
S2022 E4229 - 55m 21s
Half of Afghanistan's population faces acute food insecurity, with almost 9 million on the brink of famine. Christiane presses Deputy Taliban leader Sirajuddin Haqqani on women’s rights -- and whether the Taliban will commit to fair elections and a more inclusive government. Activist Mahbouba Seraj speaks out for Afghan women. Domestic terrorism expert Tom O'Connor discusses the Buffalo shooting.
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Andy Borowitz: How American Politicians Got Dumb and Dumber
S2022 E5061 - 17m 52s
Humorist Andy Borowitz believes good leadership is increasingly hard to find these days. His new book, “Profiles in Ignorance: How America’s Politicians Got Dumber and Dumber,” looks at America’s embrace of anti-intellectualism. He joins Walter Isaacson to talk about the danger this trend poses to our democracy.
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“The Divider:” When Trump Went to War With Washington
S2022 E5060 - 17m 25s
In their new book "The Divider," authors Susan Glasser and Peter Baker go behind the scenes of the Trump White House, speaking to many key players, including the man himself. The authors speak with Walter Isaacson about what they found and what it may signify for American democracy.
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Inside America's Teacher Shortage
S2022 E5059 - 17m 27s
Journalist Jennifer Berkshire co-authored an analysis of what she calls the “dismantling” of America’s public education system. She speaks with Hari Sreenivasan about the reality behind the teacher shortage in America.
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From Obama to Jan. 6: America's Third Reconstruction
S2022 E5058 - 17m 12s
Peniel Joseph is offering a new perspective on the years between Barack Obama’s election in 2008 and last year’s attack on the Capitol. In his latest book, Joseph calls the period “the Third Reconstruction,” and argues it amounts to a new stage in the struggle for justice and equality for Black Americans. Joseph discusses periods of struggle in American history and the crucial role women played.
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Why Didn't Queen Elizabeth Take Interviews? Insider Explains
S2022 E5057 - 2m 58s
Queen Elizabeth’s capacity to command respect was a tribute to her innate communication skills. As director of royal communications at Buckingham Palace, Sally Osman worked closely with the Queen for several years.
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Andrew Lloyd Webber Remembers Meeting Queen Elizabeth
S2022 E5057 - 2m 39s
Andrew Lloyd Webber is composer of world-famous musicals like "Cats" and "The Phantom of the Opera." He met the Queen on several occasions, and joins the show with his memories.
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Evangelical Leader Urges Community to Rethink Climate Change
S2022 E5056 - 18m 10s
In a year that has seen climate disasters across the world, our next guest says action is a biblical mandate. Walter Kim is president of the National Association of Evangelicals, which recently released a report detailing why climate change is also a religious issue. He tells Michel Martin that evangelicals must end their historic resistance to climate action.
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Does the West Owe Pakistan Climate Change Reparations?
S2022 E5055 - 17m 25s
Record floods have recently swept through Pakistan, and now people are attempting to rebuild their lives while officials warn it may take months for the water to recede. Environmental expert Aisha Khan speaks with Hari Sreenivasan about the devastation and impact of these floods.
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Russian Propagandists Are Starting to See the Truth
S2022 E5054 - 17m 50s
Iuliia Mendel was President Zelensky’s press secretary before the Russian invasion. In a new book she details her experience in government and life under Russian occupation. Mendel joins Walter Isaacson to discuss Ukraine's recent military advances and her time with Zelensky.
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Theresa May Remembers Weekly Meetings With Queen Elizabeth
S2022 E5053 - 2m 42s
Few people had the experience of one-on-one time with the Queen. For Theresa May, it was a weekly occurrence. May was the 13th of 15 prime ministers who served under the Queen, and was the last to hold office before the COVID-19 pandemic. She experienced many in-person moments with the monarch during what is known as the weekly audience. May joins Christiane to discuss her memories.
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Gen. Ben Hodges Analyzes the Latest News on Ukraine
S2022 E5052 - 1m 43s
Following a stunning Ukrainian counteroffensive in Kharkiv , Putin is facing mounting criticism from his own side. Loyal commentators have asked whether he miscalculated or was misinformed. Deputies from 18 municipal districts in Moscow, St. Petersburg and elsewhere are now calling on Putin to resign. The former commander of American forces in Europe, General Ben Hodges (Ret.), joins the show.
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What the Queen Meant to America: Her Legacy and Leadership
S2022 E5051 - 16m 39s
In her 70 year reign, Queen Elizabeth developed a close relationship with the US, meeting 12 of the 14 serving presidents during her reign. Following the death of President John F. Kennedy, she shared a particularly moving tribute. Historian Jon Meacham speaks with Walter Isaacson about Her Majesty’s relationship with America and its presidents.
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