American Stories: A Reading Road Trip- Ep 106 Alaska
Pack your parka and join PBS Books and the Library of Congress as we make the trek to Alaska on American Stories: A Reading Road Trip! Inspired by the shimmering dance of the Northern Lights and the sweeping expanse of its landscape, Alaskans have been weaving stories long before the written word. There are many local libraries and bookstores throughout this expansive state.
Episodes
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Seeking Common Ground: Artificial Intelligence with Attorney General Marty Jackley
S2025 E9 - 5m 11s
Americans are increasingly subjected to and affected by the impacts of Artificial Intelligence (AI). In 2025, state Attorneys General want to make sure AI is used in positive ways and not as the latest tool to defraud citizens. Attorney General Marty Jackley (R)(South Dakota) is one of several attorneys general who are drafting legislation to regulate AI, but he wants to make sure its legitimate.
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Seeking Common Ground: Artificial Intelligence with Attorney Genera Michelle Henry
S2025 E8 - 4m 49s
Americans are increasingly subjected to and affected by the impacts of Artificial Intelligence (AI). In 2025, state Attorneys General want to make sure AI is used in positive ways and not as the latest tool to defraud citizens. Michelle Henry (D)(Pennsylvania) was Attorney General at the time of this interview, but she has now become the Inspector General of Pennsylvania.
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Seeking Common Ground: Artificial Intelligence with Attorney General Anthony Brown
S2025 E7 - 7m 27s
Americans are increasingly subjected to and affected by the impacts of Artificial Intelligence (AI). In 2025, state Attorneys General want to make sure AI is used in positive ways and not as the latest tool to defraud citizens. Anthony Brown (D)( Maryland) says AI brings tremendous benefits but also risks to people's privacy online as well as dangers from the manipulation of personal information a
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The Wright Conversations featuring LaTosha Brown
S2025 E14 - 59m 36s
LaTosha Brown, co-founder of the Black Voters Matter Fund, will deliver a powerful keynote address on MLK Day January 20, 2025. Her speech will explore the critical need for African Americans and all disenfranchised members of our community to exercise the right to vote as a means of achieving social justice. Her remarks will also highlight the healing power of love amidst personal grief and loss.
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Seeking Common Ground: Artificial Intelligence with Attorney General Treg R Taylor
S2025 E6 - 6m 41s
Americans are increasingly subjected to and affected by the impacts of Artificial Intelligence (AI). In 2025, state Attorneys General want to make sure AI is used in positive ways and not as the latest tool to defraud citizens. Treg Taylor (R)(Alaska) is concerned that it could be used to affect the outcome of elections, and wants to make sure that elections remain safe, secure, and trustworthy.
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PBS Books Readers Club | Extended Episode 201 | Remarkably Bright Creatures | Shelby Van Pelt
S2025 E13 - 1h 7m
PBS Books Readers Club launches season two with award-winning author Shelby Van Pelt to examine her extraordinary story, Remarkably Bright Creatures. Join PBS Books Readers Club for a captivating conversation with Shelby Van Pelt as she discusses her heartwarming debut novel, Remarkably Bright Creatures. This engaging virtual event will offer an in-depth exploration of Van Pelt's book.
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PBS Books Readers Club | Episode 201 | Remarkably Bright Creatures | Shelby Van Pelt
S2025 E12 - 57m 40s
PBS Books Readers Club launches season two with award-winning author Shelby Van Pelt to examine her extraordinary story, Remarkably Bright Creatures
Join PBS Books Readers Club on Wednesday, January 29 for a captivating conversation with Shelby Van Pelt as she discusses her heartwarming debut novel, Remarkably Bright Creatures. -
Seeking Common Ground: Artificial Intelligence with Attorney General Kwame Raoul
S2025 E5 - 10m 9s
Americans are increasingly subjected to and affected by the impacts of Artificial Intelligence (AI). In 2025, state Attorneys General want to make sure AI is used in positive ways and not as the latest tool to defraud citizens. Kwame Raoul (D)(Illinois) says the U.S. is a diverse country with diverse needs, but that there needs to be standardization from state to state on regulations regarding AI.
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Exploring Bipartisanship with the Attorney General Alliance
S2025 E10 - 10m
Exploring Bipartisanship with the Attorney General Alliance, hosted by business journalist Michal Lev Ram, delves into the collaborative work of Attorneys General from across the United States, united in their commitment to shaping the future of Artificial Intelligence (AI) policy. In this episode, Michal sits down with Attorney General Alliance's Executive Director Karen White.
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Seeking Common Ground: Artificial Intelligence with Attorney General William Tong
S2025 E4 - 10m 8s
Americans are increasingly subjected to and affected by the impacts of Artificial Intelligence (AI). In 2025, state Attorneys General want to make sure AI is used in positive ways and not as the latest tool to defraud citizens. Attorney General William Tong (D)(Connecticut) says states are bearing the burden of regulating AI because Washington has failed to act, but he worries that the genie is AI
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Seeking Common Ground: Artificial Intelligence with Attorney General Liz Murrill
S2025 E3 - 5m 15s
Americans are increasingly subjected to and affected by the impacts of Artificial Intelligence (AI). In 2025, state Attorneys General want to make sure AI is used in positive ways and not as the latest tool to defraud citizens. Liz Murrill (R)(Louisiana) says AI is a powerful tool for good that also has the potential to be used in a negative way against individuals and children.
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Exploring Bipartisanship with the Attorney General Alliance | Seeking Common Ground: Artificial Intelligence
S2025 E2 - 48m 8s
Exploring Bipartisanship with the Attorney General Alliance, hosted by business journalist Michal Lev Ram, delves into the collaborative work of Attorneys General from across the United States, united in their commitment to shaping the future of Artificial Intelligence (AI) policy. This program explores how bipartisan cooperation is essential in addressing the complex challenges posed by AI.
Extras + Features
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AGA Sizzle - Exploring AI with the Attorneys General
S2025 E11 - 10m 9s
Exploring Bipartisanship with the Attorney General Alliance, hosted by business journalist Michal Lev Ram, delves into the collaborative work of Attorneys General from across the United States, united in their commitment to shaping the future of Artificial Intelligence (AI) policy. This program explores how bipartisan cooperation is essential in addressing the complex challenges posed by AI.
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