May 14, 2024
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
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May 16, 2022
S2022 E4228 - 55m 40s
The Taliban's deputy leader joins Christiane for his first-ever interview with a western news organization. Laurel Miller and Margot Wallström discuss the Taliban's treatment of women and girls. David Gergen, author of "Hearts Touched With Fire," explains why the torch of leadership must now be passed to the next generation.
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May 11, 2022
S2022 E4225 - 55m 8s
The U.S. Senate votes today on a measure that would codify Roe v. Wade, guaranteeing a woman’s right to abortion. Kolbi-Molinas recently argued a case on abortion rights before the Supreme Court and joins the show. The new French film "Happening" takes a hard look at the realities -- and risks -- of life before legalized abortion. Rick Hasen discusses the disinformation that is poisoning politics.
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May 10, 2022
S2022 E4224 - 55m 38s
U.S. Special Presidential Envoy for Climate John Kerry discusses his efforts to accelerate the transition to renewable energy in the U.S. Russia Historian Simon Sebag Montefiore discusses the war in Ukraine. Mental health journalist Judith Warner explains what's fueling the mental health crisis among children.
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May 9, 2022.
S2022 E4223 - 55m 40s
Former Russian Foreign Minister Andrei Kozyrev offers unique insight into the Kremlin leadership. Ben Hodges, former Commander of American forces in Europe analyzes the balance of power on the battlefield in Ukraine. Eliyahu Stern, Professor of Modern Jewish History at Yale, explains how right wing parties are exploiting a new definition of antisemitism.
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May 6, 2022
S2022 E4222 - 55m 41s
The Philippines is bracing for an important presidential election. Richard Heydarian discusses what a return of the Marcos Dynasty could mean. Many fear the overturning of Roe v. Wade would disproportionately impact minority communities. Farai Chideya weighs in. Zain Asher's new book tells the story of how her mother struggled for survival and pushed her children to achieve.
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May 5, 2022
S2022 E4221 - 55m 34s
For CA Rep. Jackie Speier, abortion is a lived experienced. In 2011, she became the first member of Congress to share her abortion story on the House floor. Karen Brooks Hopkins is the president emerita of Brooklyn Academy of Music, and explains how BAM became a global performing arts powerhouse in her new memoir. The likely demise of Roe v. Wade has galvanized America’s evangelicals.
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May 4, 2022
S2022 E4220 - 55m 30s
Former anti-abortion activist Frank Schaeffer weighs in on the leaked Supreme Court draft opinion on Roe v. Wade. Former New Jersey Governor Chris Christie discusses the state of politics in the U.S. Author John Avlon offers insight into upcoming midterm elections.
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April 29, 2022
S2022 E4217 - 55m 40s
Russian investigative journalist Andrei Soldatov has been observing Russia’s failures -- and the blame game that follows in the Kremlin. In his latest book, "The Infodemic," Joel Simon takes a deep dive into what he calls the modern brand of censorship. Economist Darrick Hamilton discusses his idea for so-called “baby bonds.” Florida has become Ground Zero for America's culture wars.
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April 28, 2022
S2022 E4216 - 55m 40s
Ivo Daalder and Evelyn Farkas discuss President Biden's Ukraine war strategy. Former French President François Hollande reflect's on France's recent election. Author Amy Webb discusses her new book "The Genesis Machine."
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April 26, 2022
S2022 E4214 - 55m 39s
Michigan State Senator Mallory McMorrow discusses a viral speech she gave in defense of the LGBT community. Heather O'Neill, Cynde Strand and Maria Fleet discuss the new documentary "No Orindary Life." Scott Galloway weighs in on Elon Musk's Twitter buyout.
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April 25, 2022
S2022 E4213 - 55m 39s
Macron is the first French president in two decades to win re-election, comfortably beating his hard-right challenger Marine Le Pen in the second round this weekend. Alina Beskrovna was born and raised in Mariupol and spent a month there under siege before managing to escape. Ronan Farrow recently investigated the commercial spyware industry and its implications for democracies around the world.
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April 22, 2022
S2022 E4212 - 55m 40s
Chilean Environment Minister Maisa Rojas discusses climate action in Latin America. Producer Dan Edge discusses the new Frontline series "The Power of Big Oil." Climate justice activist Svitlana Romano explains why the war in Ukraine is an environmental disaster.
Extras + Features
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Jane Mayer: The GOP “Can’t Lose” in Ohio’s State House
S2022 E5030 - 17m 52s
With midterm elections fast approaching, swing states are the focus across the U.S. Author and journalist Jane Mayer has long covered national and international affairs for The New Yorker. In her latest piece, Mayer investigates state house politics and the fascinating bellwether state of Ohio.
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Cross-Class Friendship Key to Rising Out of Poverty
S2022 E5029 - 18m 3s
A new study reveals that cross-class connections are key to lifting children out of poverty. Behind the research is Raj Chetty, professor of economics at Harvard University and director of Opportunity Insights, an organization studying ways to give disadvantaged children a better chance at success. Chetty speaks with Walter Isaacson about his research and how to restore the American dream.
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From 2019, David McCullough on Final Book "Pioneers"
S2022 E5028 - 16m 35s
Pulitzer Prize-winning historian David McCullough passed away Sunday at 89. In 2019, he sat with Walter Isaacson to discuss what would be his final book, a unique experiment in the early days of our nation, and how we can return to original American ideals.
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NASA Admin on Russia Leaving the ISS & China’s Space Secrecy
S2022 E5027 - 16m 47s
Earthly political tensions between Russia, China, and the U.S. have now overflowed into space. China is currently assembling its own space station, while Russia, having withdrawn from the ISS, plans on doing the same -- indicative of the deterioration of international cooperation in the thermosphere. NASA administrator Bill Nelson discusses the American position on space diplomacy.
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Lessons for the World on Nuclear Weapons
S2022 E5026 - 17m 37s
77 years ago this weekend, the United States dropped the first atomic bomb on the Japanese city of Hiroshima, snuffing out 70,000 lives in an instant and announcing the arrival of the atomic age. All these years later, the world is struggling with the legacy of the bomb’s invention. Historian Evan Thomas discusses Hiroshima and its implications with Walter Isaacson.
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Kareem Abdul-Jabbar Remembers NBA Legend Bill Russell
S2022 E5025 - 17m 14s
This week the sporting world lost a hero. Bill Russell, basketball legend and civil rights activist, passed away at the age of 88. An 11-time NBA champion with the Boston Celtics, Russell was an inspiration to many, including fellow basketball star Kareem Abdul-Jabbar. Kareem speaks with Walter Isaacson about the man he called a friend, mentor, and role model.
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NYC Health Chief: We Need Emergency Monkeypox Resources Now
S2022 E5024 - 18m 2s
The rapid spread of monkeypox has caused a state of emergency to be declared in New York, Illinois and California. New York City, according to Mayor Eric Adams, is the “epicenter of the outbreak.” New York City Health Commissioner Dr. Ashwin Vasan joins Hari Sreenivasan to discuss the effects of the virus and what can be done to prevent its spread.
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Summers Was Right About Inflation. What About a Recession?
S2022 E5023 - 16m 18s
The senate is expected to vote this week on the climate and healthcare bill known as the Inflation Reduction Act. A group of top economists has penned a letter praising the bill, saying it will lower prices for American consumers. Larry Summers agrees – and even helped convince Sen. Manchin to support it. Summers speaks discusses this bill and how to fight inflation without triggering a recession.
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Dem Insider Talks John Edwards, Eliot Spitzer, Andrew Cuomo
S2022 E5022 - 17m 36s
Political strategist Lis Smith has worked behind the scenes in 20 political campaigns – including that of former President Barack Obama. Now she’s hoping to help young women follow in her footsteps with her new book, "Any Given Tuesday: A Political Love Story." In it, the author charts the ups and downs of her professional and personal journey, as she explains to Michel Martin.
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COVID-19 Will Fuel Humanity’s Search For Meaning
S2022 E5021 - 17m 32s
With COVID-19 cases once again on the rise in the United States, health experts are predicting a winter wave. Nicholas Christakis, a professor of social and natural science at Yale University, speaks with Hari Sreenivasan about the current phase of the pandemic.
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Sen. Chris Coons on Joe Manchin, Dem Breakthrough on Climate
S2022 E5020 - 16m 47s
Senate Democrats have reached an agreement to kickstart President Biden’s long-stalled economic agenda. Democratic Senator and close Biden ally Chris Coons played a key role in advancing the talks, and he joins Walter Isaacson to discuss the new plan and its potential to survive the congressional gauntlet.
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Rep. Moulton on the New 988 Suicide and Crisis Lifeline
S2022 E5019 - 17m 12s
A new initiative for suicide prevention is already changing lives. The National Suicide Prevention Lifeline is accessible at an easy-to-remember 3-digit dialing code: 9-8-8. The new hotline saw a 45% increase in calls and messages in its first week. Rep. Seth Moulton co-wrote the bill to change the number after revealing his own experience with post-traumatic stress disorder.
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