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Cornel West & Robert George

26m 46s

Leftist Dr. Cornel West and conservative Dr. Robert George, the “ideological odd couple,” discuss the need for civil discourse in this era of polarization. They explore opposing policy views, respectfully disagreeing as well as finding common ground.

Episodes

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    Cornel West & Robert George

    S2024 E48 - 26m 46s

    Leftist Dr. Cornel West and conservative Dr. Robert George, the “ideological odd couple,” discuss the need for civil discourse in this era of polarization. They explore opposing policy views, respectfully disagreeing as well as finding common ground.

  • Sebastien Lai, Jonathan Price: asset-mezzanine-16x9

    Sebastien Lai, Jonathan Price

    S2024 E47 - 26m 46s

    Sebastien Lai—whose father, publisher Jimmy Lai, is on trial in Hong Kong for alleged national security crimes—and attorney Jonathan Price discuss the charges, the decline of freedom in Hong Kong, and international support for his father’s release.

  • Kori Schake: asset-mezzanine-16x9

    Kori Schake

    S2024 E46 - 26m 46s

    AEI senior fellow Kori Schake assesses Donald Trump’s approach to foreign policy, his first Cabinet choices, and how his second presidency could impact America’s allies and adversaries. She also warns against politicization of the military.

  • Jon Meacham: asset-mezzanine-16x9

    Jon Meacham

    S2024 E45 - 26m 46s

    Pulitzer Prize-winning presidential biographer Jon Meacham reflects on former President Trump’s victory over Vice President Harris, how it impacts President Biden’s legacy, and what the outcome of the 2024 election means for the soul of America.

  • H.R. McMaster: asset-mezzanine-16x9

    H.R. McMaster

    S2024 E44 - 26m 46s

    Former Trump National Security Advisor H.R. McMaster discusses global threats ahead of next week’s presidential election, evaluates the consequences of Trump’s "disruptive" style, and responds to his former boss's stated second-term agenda.

  • Election Panel: Jocelyn Benson, Stephen Richer, Ben Ginsberg: asset-mezzanine-16x9

    Election Panel: Jocelyn Benson, Stephen Richer, Ben Ginsberg

    S2024 E43 - 26m 46s

    A panel of election experts — Democrat Jocelyn Benson, Republican Stephen Richer, and GOP election lawyer Ben Ginsberg — discuss how votes will be counted this November, Elon Musk's claims about the election, and when Americans will know the results.

  • Larry Hogan: asset-mezzanine-16x9

    Larry Hogan

    S2024 E40 - 26m 46s

    Former GOP Gov. Larry Hogan talks about running for the U.S. Senate in deep-blue Maryland, his message to Democratic voters, his support for abortion rights and how he would remain an independent voice in an era of partisan polarization.

  • Hillary Clinton: asset-mezzanine-16x9

    Hillary Clinton

    S2024 E39 - 26m 46s

    Former Secretary of State Hillary Clinton discusses Vice President Kamala Harris' road to the White House, how to stand up to America's rivals abroad, the state of the two major political parties, and the role of a free press.

  • Bill O'Reilly: asset-mezzanine-16x9

    Bill O'Reilly

    S2024 E38 - 26m 46s

    Former Fox News host Bill O'Reilly sits down with Margaret Hoover, a former guest on "The O'Reilly Factor." The conversation covers his new book on America's presidents, the 2024 race, and sexual harassment allegations that led to his exit from Fox.

  • Kevin Hassett: asset-mezzanine-16x9

    Kevin Hassett

    S2024 E37 - 26m 45s

    Top Trump White House economic adviser Kevin Hassett discusses this week's presidential debate, defends the former president's economic agenda — including new tariffs — and critiques Vice President Kamala Harris' economic plans.

  • Alex Padilla: asset-mezzanine-16x9

    Alex Padilla

    S2024 E34 - 26m 46s

    California Sen. Alex Padilla makes his case for Vice President Kamala Harris, explains his opposition to President Biden's border crackdown and argues that Latino voters should support the Democratic ticket in November.

  • Neil Gorsuch: asset-mezzanine-16x9

    Neil Gorsuch

    S2024 E33 - 26m 46s

    Supreme Court Justice Neil Gorsuch discusses his new book "Over Ruled: The Human Toll of Too Much Law" and makes the case that federal agencies and unaccountable bureaucrats have far too much power over Americans' lives.

Extras + Features

  • Bill Nye: asset-mezzanine-16x9

    Bill Nye

    S2019 E314 - 26m 46s

    Science educator Bill Nye joins Firing Line to discuss the science and impact of climate change. The former host of Bill Nye the Science Guy talks about the role of innovation, investment, policy and education in addressing the problem. Nye also explains why he debates climate change skeptics and evolution deniers.

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