Sebastien Lai, Jonathan Price
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.
Episodes
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Jocelyn Benson, Benjamin Ginsberg and David Becker
S2024 E31 - 26m 46s
Michigan Secretary of State Jocelyn Benson, GOP lawyer Benjamin Ginsberg and election expert David Becker discuss the security and integrity of American elections ahead of November's contest between former President Trump and Vice President Harris.
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James Carville
S2024 E30 - 26m 46s
Legendary political strategist James Carville discusses how President Biden's decision to step aside has reshaped the 2024 election, assesses Vice President Kamala Harris' chances in November and gives his fellow Democrats advice on how to win.
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Mike Murphy
S2024 E29 - 26m 45s
GOP strategist Mike Murphy says Democrats need to replace President Biden on the ticket to have a solid chance in the 2024 election, discusses the ascension of Ohio Sen. J.D. Vance and weighs in on ways to tone down heated political rhetoric.
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Matt Pottinger
S2024 E28 - 26m 46s
Former Trump Deputy National Security Advisor Matt Pottinger says China's cold war against the U.S. is intensifying. He discusses tensions over Taiwan, the importance of deterrence, how China views Trump and Biden, and where the country is headed.
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Doris Kearns Goodwin
S2024 E27 - 26m 46s
Pulitzer Prize-winning historian Doris Kearns Goodwin discusses “An Unfinished Love Story,” her new book examining the 1960s through the eyes of her late husband, presidential speechwriter Richard Goodwin. She reflects on how history inspires hope.
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Edward O’Keefe
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Edward O’Keefe, CEO of the Theodore Roosevelt Presidential Library Foundation, discusses his book on the 26th president and the five women who shaped him. He also reflects on Roosevelt’s legacy and its relevance to contemporary politics.
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Ritchie Torres
S2024 E25 - 26m 46s
Rep. Ritchie Torres of the Bronx, an Afro-Latino Democrat, discusses his split with progressives, Trump’s rally in his district, and Biden’s struggles with voters of color. He reflects on his childhood in public housing and his support for Israel.
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Dan Senor
S2024 E24 - 26m 46s
Author and podcast host Dan Senor discusses the daring rescue of four Israeli hostages in Gaza, prospects for a cease-fire deal, the new U.N. report accusing both Hamas and Israel of war crimes, and the potential for a new conflict with Hezbollah.
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Firing Line forum: Examining The Electoral College
S2024 E23 - 26m 46s
Margaret Hoover moderates a forum at Hofstra U. on whether the Electoral College should be abolished. Save our States founder Trent England argues to keep it while the New York Times’ Jesse Wegman supports replacing it with a national popular vote.
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Jonathan Haidt
S2024 E22 - 26m 46s
Social psychologist Jonathan Haidt discusses his new book, “The Anxious Generation,"" which explores how social media and phone-based parenting led to Gen Z's mental health crisis. He says young brains have been rewired and calls for societal change.
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George Conway
S2024 E21 - 26m 46s
Conservative attorney George Conway defends the merits of the New York hush money case against Trump as the verdict nears. He calls the former president a narcissist who is unfit for office and says a second term would make the nation ungovernable.
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Doris Kearns Goodwin
S2024 E20 - 26m 46s
Pulitzer Prize-winning historian Doris Kearns Goodwin discusses “An Unfinished Love Story,” her new book examining the 1960s through the eyes of her late husband, presidential speechwriter Richard Goodwin. She reflects on how history inspires hope.
Extras + Features
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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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Firing Line
Saturday
Nov 23
30 Minutes
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 and international support for Lai's release. -
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Firing Line
Saturday
Nov 23
30 Minutes
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 and international support for Lai's release. -
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Firing Line
Saturday
Nov 23
30 Minutes
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 and international support for Lai's release. -
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Firing Line
Saturday
Nov 23
30 Minutes
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 and international support for Lai's release. -
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Firing Line
Sunday
Nov 24
30 Minutes
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 and international support for Lai's release. -
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Firing Line
Monday
Nov 25
30 Minutes
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 and international support for Lai's release. -
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Firing Line
Friday
Nov 29
30 Minutes
Margaret Hoover leads interviews and debates. -
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Firing Line
Saturday
Nov 30
30 Minutes
Margaret Hoover leads interviews and debates. -
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Firing Line
Saturday
Nov 30
30 Minutes
Margaret Hoover leads interviews and debates. -
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Firing Line
Saturday
Nov 30
30 Minutes
Margaret Hoover leads interviews and debates. -
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Firing Line
Saturday
Nov 30
30 Minutes
Margaret Hoover leads interviews and debates. -
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Firing Line
Monday
Dec 2
30 Minutes
Margaret Hoover leads interviews and debates. -
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Firing Line
Friday
Dec 6
30 Minutes
Margaret Hoover leads interviews and debates. -
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Firing Line
Saturday
Dec 7
30 Minutes
Margaret Hoover leads interviews and debates. -
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Firing Line
Saturday
Dec 7
30 Minutes
Margaret Hoover leads interviews and debates. -
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Firing Line
Saturday
Dec 7
30 Minutes
Margaret Hoover leads interviews and debates. -
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Firing Line
Sunday
Dec 8
30 Minutes
Margaret Hoover leads interviews and debates.
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