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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.

May 14, 2024

55m 53s

Georgia's parliament passes a controversial bill which critics say mirrors a law used in Russia to crack down on opposition. Georgia's President Salome Zourabichvili joins the show. Former Ukrainian Defense Minister Andriy Zagorodnyuk joins from Kyiv. The Washington Post's David Herszenhorn on Putin's Russia. Writer and religious scholar Reza Aslan on "A Kids Book About Israel & Palestine."

Episodes

  • November 17, 2021: asset-mezzanine-16x9

    November 17, 2021

    S2021 E4100 - 55m 57s

    Belarus opposition leader discusses the situation on the Belarus-Poland border. Poland's deputy foreign minister joins the program to discuss his country's response, and what Poland believes needs to be done in response to Belarus. "Becoming Cousteau" director joins the show to discuss the documentary and Cousteau's legacy. "The First Wave" takes viewers inside one of NY's hardest-hit hospitals.

  • November 16, 2021: asset-mezzanine-16x9

    November 16, 2021

    S2021 E4099 - 55m 56s

    Anne Applebaum, staff writer for The Atlantic, analyzes the situation on the Poland/Belarus border. Former diplomats Victor Gao and Robert Daly assess President Biden's virtual meetings with China's President Xi. J.J. Abrams discusses his new project producing "The Play That Goes Wrong." USA Today opinion writer Rachel Vindman explains why she broke up with the GOP and discusses her new podcast.

  • November 15, 2021: asset-mezzanine-16x9

    November 15, 2021

    S2021 E4098 - 55m 57s

    The COP26 climate summit ended, not with a bang, but a whimper. What needs to happen before world leaders meet at next year's summit in Egypt? "The Lehman Trilogy " has returned, with its three-actor cast taking on more than 50 characters to tell the 160-year story of Lehman Brothers. Billy Porter speaks about fame and grappling with the structures surrounding masculinity.

  • November 12, 2021: asset-mezzanine-16x9

    November 12, 2021

    S2021 E4097 - 55m 38s

    Oscar-winning actor Forest Whitaker discusses his efforts for peace and reconciliation. Justice correspondent Elie Mystal discusses the Kyle Rittenhouse trial. British-Iranian aid worker Nazanin Zaghari-Ratcliffe has been imprisoned in Iran since 2019—her husband, Richard Ratcliffe, explains his disappointment with Britain's inaction. Musician Carlos Santana reflects on his iconic career.

  • November 11, 2021: asset-mezzanine-16x9

    November 11, 2021

    S2021 E4096 - 55m 44s

    Iran's top nuclear negotiator Ali Bagheri Kani met with British officials today as nuclear negotiations are set to resume later this month. Andrew Forrest has a vision of turning steelmaking green. Today marks the passing of Frederik Willem de Klerk, the last president of apartheid South Africa. John McWhorter is a bestselling author and linguist, and he's out with a new book.

  • November 10, 2021: asset-mezzanine-16x9

    November 10, 2021

    S2021 E4095 - 55m 56s

    NBA player Enes Kanter explains why he spoke out against Xi Jinping. Arminka Helic and Christian Schmidt analyze tensions in Bosnia. Washington Post reporters Amy Gardner and Aaron Davis discuss their deep investigation into the January 6 attack on the Capitol.

  • November 9, 2021: asset-mezzanine-16x9

    November 9, 2021

    S2021 E4094 - 55m 55s

    Journalist Matthew Luxmore has spent several days near the Poland-Belarus border and recounts what he has seen. With a spike in COVID-19 cases in Europe, Dr. Paul Offit weighs in on the trajectory of the pandemic. Chris Richards provides some perspective on the tragedy at Astroworld. The new Hulu drama "Dopesick" tells the story of Purdue Pharma's highly addictive painkiller Oxycontin.

  • November 8, 2021: asset-mezzanine-16x9

    November 8, 2021

    S2021 E4093 - 55m 56s

    British Petroleum CEO Bernard Looney discusses his company's pledge to become carbon-neutral by 2050. CNN correspondent Phil Black gives an update from COP26. Rep. Maria Elvira Salazar (R-FL) discusses the RENACER Act. Comedian Roy Wood Jr. explains the inspiration behind his new stand up special "Imperfect Messenger."

  • November 5, 2021: asset-mezzanine-16x9

    November 5, 2021

    S2021 E4092 - 55m 24s

    After a year of conflict in Ethiopia, rebel forces say they are closing in on the capital city of Addis Ababa. For years, the National Rifle Association has been one of America’s most powerful advocacy groups – but is their political power waning? Noah Feldman is out with a new book "The Broken Constitution." A new Pfizer pill that may dramatically reduce the risk of eing hospitalized or dying.

  • November 4, 2021: asset-mezzanine-16x9

    November 4, 2021

    S2021 E4091 - 55m 56s

    Rafael Grossi, director general of the International Atomic Energy Agency, explains why he thinks nuclear energy is a crucial stepping stone to a greener world.Hillary Clinton aide Huma Abedin discusses her new memoir "Both/And." Activists Chase Iron Eyes and Tokata Iron Eyes look back on the protests against the Dakota Access Pipeline.

  • November 3, 2021: asset-mezzanine-16x9

    November 3, 2021

    S2021 E4090 - 55m 23s

    Janet Yellen says Biden’s spending bills are critical for economic growth. Scott Jennings and Larry Sabato dig into last night's election results. Ugandan campaigner Vanessa Nakate has become a superstar for her work in the movement for climate justice. Nancy Pelosi said she would include paid family and medical leave in the social spending package. Sen. Gillibrand is a key backer.

  • November 2, 2021: asset-mezzanine-16x9

    November 2, 2021

    S2021 E4089 - 55m 56s

    Boris Johnson discusses efforts to reduce carbon emissions and the state of the pandemic in the UK. John Kerry discusses the progress being made at the COP26 summit. NIH Director Dr. Francis Collins discusses misinformation and vaccine hesitancy.

Extras + Features

  • Iran's Foreign Ministry Spokesman Gives Nuclear Deal Update: asset-mezzanine-16x9

    Iran's Foreign Ministry Spokesman Gives Nuclear Deal Update

    S2021 E3203 - 2m 54s

    In Vienna, momentum is building on the vital effort to revive the 2015 Iran nuclear deal. The United States and Iran are still not talking directly, and plenty of sticking points remain. For insight into the Iranians' position on the issues, Christiane spoke with Iran's Foreign Ministry Spokesman, Saeed Khatibzadeh.

  • Prince Philip's Impact on the Commonwealth of Nations: asset-mezzanine-16x9

    Prince Philip's Impact on the Commonwealth of Nations

    S2021 E3203 - 3m 1s

    Like the Queen, Prince Philip was deeply committed to the commonwealth. Leaders of those nations have been paying tribute to the Duke including Australian Prime Minister Scott Morrison who said, "the commonwealth family joins together in sorrow and thanksgiving for the loss and life of Prince Philip." The Secretary-General of the Commonwealth of Nations reflects on the Duke's impact.

  • Experts Discuss and React to Derek Chauvin Trial: asset-mezzanine-16x9

    Experts Discuss and React to Derek Chauvin Trial

    S2021 E3202 - 2m 32s

    For many, the outcome of the trial of Derek Chauvin is a litmus test for racial justice and policing in America. Christiane discusses the stakes with former police chief Donald De Lucca and former federal prosecutor Laura Coates.

  • Dorothy Brown: “The System Is Designed For White Wealth": asset-mezzanine-16x9

    Dorothy Brown: “The System Is Designed For White Wealth"

    S2021 E3202 - 18m 30s

    Dorothy A. Brown is a law professor and nationally recognized scholar in tax policy. She chose her field because she believed it was free from racism. She soon discovered how wrong she was. Her new book, "The Whiteness of Wealth: How the Tax System Impoverishes Black Americans and How We Can Fix It," draws on decades of research and personal histories, as she explains to Michel Martin.

  • Regina King and Kemp Powers on "One Night in Miami...": asset-mezzanine-16x9

    Regina King and Kemp Powers on "One Night in Miami..."

    S2021 E3202 - 2m 52s

    The film "One Night in Miami…" is a fictional reimagining of an historic night. In 1964, Malcolm X, Sam Cooke and Jim Brown gathered in a Miami hotel room to celebrate the world heavyweight victory of Cassius Clay, soon to be known as Muhammad Ali. The film is the feature directorial debut of Oscar-winning actor Regina King. She joins the show alongside screenwriter Kemp Powers.

  • VICE News host Paola Ramos on the Migrant Journey: asset-mezzanine-16x9

    VICE News host Paola Ramos on the Migrant Journey

    S2021 E3193 - 2m 58s

    To reach the border, migrants must make long and arduous journeys from their home countries. VICE news correspondent Paola Ramos headed down to Colombia's border with Panama and joined migrants as they trekked through the dangerous jungles known as the Darién Gap. She spoke with Christiane about the experience.

  • Palestinian Presidential Candidate Nasser al-Kidwa: asset-mezzanine-16x9

    Palestinian Presidential Candidate Nasser al-Kidwa

    S2021 E3193 - 1m 53s

    Palestine is gearing up for its first election in fifteen years. Its outcome will have a major impact on U.S. policy and the elusive Israel-Palestine peace deal. Former Palestinian Foreign Minister Nasser al-Kidwa has formed a new independent party and is running in May's elections. He joins Christiane to discuss his platform.

  • How Do We Make Policing Less Deadly and Less Racist?: asset-mezzanine-16x9

    How Do We Make Policing Less Deadly and Less Racist?

    S2021 E3193 - 18m 40s

    Phillip Atiba Goff is one of the country's leading scholars on law enforcement and race. Tracie Keesee is a former police captain with the Denver Police Department. They join Michel to explain how the Center for Policing Equity is working to strengthen the relationship between police and the communities they serve.

  • Mahani Teave on Creating the First Music School on Rapa Nui: asset-mezzanine-16x9

    Mahani Teave on Creating the First Music School on Rapa Nui

    S2021 E3193 - 2m 34s

    Now, a musical odyssey to one of the most remote places on earth. Mahani Teave's love for classical music began as a child when the first piano arrived on Rapa Nui, or "Easter Island," as it was named by the first European explorer to arrive in 1772. But then she gave it all up to create the first music school at home. Mahani Teave joins Christiane from Rapa Nui to tell her fascinating story.

  • The True Story Behind the "Bring Back Our Girls" Movement: asset-mezzanine-16x9

    The True Story Behind the "Bring Back Our Girls" Movement

    S2021 E3192 - 2m 43s

    Africa's terrorist group Boko Haram is responsible for hundreds of kidnappings -- even since the stunning 2014 abduction of nearly 300 Chibok schoolgirls. Everyone from Michelle Obama to Malala Yousafzai got involved in the hashtag campaign to "Bring Back Our Girls" -- a slogan that now is the title of a new book by Joe Parkinson, a definitive account of the incident and its aftermath.

  • Priti Krishtel: Vaccine Nationalism Is Dangerous to the U.S.: asset-mezzanine-16x9

    Priti Krishtel: Vaccine Nationalism Is Dangerous to the U.S.

    S2021 E3192 - 17m 34s

    Health inequality was badly exposed during this pandemic, [but Priti Krishtel says it doesn't have to be this way. She is the Co-Founder and Executive Director of the non-profit Initiative for Medicines, Access & Knowledge. She spoke to Hari Sreenivasan about the need to rethink how patents are regulated.

  • EXCLUSIVE: Chinese Ambassador Denies Uyghur Genocide: asset-mezzanine-16x9

    EXCLUSIVE: Chinese Ambassador Denies Uyghur Genocide

    S2021 E3192 - 2m 56s

    President Joe Biden held his first formal press conference today. He addressed a host of urgent domestic issues including COVID, gun safety and immigration. On the foreign policy front, there is no greater challenge than China. The relationship between Washington and Beijing seems increasingly rancorous. Chinese ambassador Cui Tiankai joins Christiane to discuss the situation.

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