October 31, 2024
Correspondent Jeff Zeleny reports on the latest in the U.S. election. Lebanese journalist and author Joumana Haddad speaks about the situation in Lebanon. Producer Debora Cahn and actor Keri Russell tell the thrilling story of a US Ambassador to London trying to uncover a deadly plot in their show "The Diplomat." Activist Cassandra Welchlin discusses her work mobilizing Black women to vote.
Episodes
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October 31, 2024
S2024 E7089 - 55m 37s
Correspondent Jeff Zeleny reports on the latest in the U.S. election. Lebanese journalist and author Joumana Haddad speaks about the situation in Lebanon. Producer Debora Cahn and actor Keri Russell tell the thrilling story of a US Ambassador to London trying to uncover a deadly plot in their show "The Diplomat." Activist Cassandra Welchlin discusses her work mobilizing Black women to vote.
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October 22, 2024
S2024 E7082 - 55m 47s
The Deputy Prime Minister of Moldova discusses what is at stake in the Russia-Ukraine war. Ben Macintyre on his new book "The Siege." Georgetown Law professor and former acting Solicitor General Neal Katyal aruges that the judicial branch -- and state and local courts -- might not be able to handle stressors to election integrity during this presidential race.
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October 21, 2024
S2024 E7081 - 55m 48s
Former U.S. Ambassador to Lebanon Ryan Crocker discusses the latest escalations in the Middle East. Political experts Leslie Vinjamuri and Simon Rosenberg dive into the race for the U.S. presidency. Former U.S. National Security Council official Lt. Colonel Alexander Vindman (Ret.) discusses the war in Ukraine and America's announcement for more funding there.
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October 18, 2024
S2024 E7080 - 55m 46s
To discuss what Sinwar's death might mean for the hostages and the Palestinians still suffering in Gaza -- and what Hamas might do next -- longtime hostage negotiator Gershon Baskin joins the show. Director Ali Abbasi on his new film "The Apprentice." To discuss how false information spreads, and how to combat it, Renée DiResta joins the show. Actress Gillian Anderson on her new book "Want."
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October 17, 2024
S2024 E7079 - 55m 4s
Journalist Ronen Bergman discusses the news that Israel has killed Hamas leader Yahya Sinwar. Richard Haass of the Council on Foreign Relations discusses the White House’s diplomatic options now. Retired Israeli General Noam Tibon tells the story of fighting to save his family on Oct 7, 2023. Mustafa Barghouti of the Palestinian National Initiative discusses what this news means for Palestinians.
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October 16, 2024
S2024 E7078 - 55m 47s
Correspondent Fred Pleitgen brings us a report from the front lines of the Russia-Ukraine war. Former NATO Deputy Secretary-General Rose Gottemoeller on Zelensky's five-point victory plan. Author and NPR music critic Ann Powers on NPR's "How Women Made Music." "Beyond the Lie" author Bill Adair warns of an "epidemic of lying" in U.S. politics -- particularly within the Republican party.
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October 15, 2024
S2024 E7077 - 55m 46s
Correspondent Jomana Karadsheh reports on suffering across the Middle East. Former Head of Israeli Defense Intelligence Amos Yadlin discusses the expanding war. Cate Blanchett and Alfonso Cuaron on their new psychological thriller "Disclaimer." Law professor Steve Vladeck discusses concerns over the Supreme Court's credibility and its potential role in the upcoming election.
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October 14, 2024
S2024 E7076 - 55m 25s
James Elder, global spokesperson for UNICEF, joins the show from Geneva to discuss a recent trip to Gaza. House Speaker Nancy Pelosi on Israel, the election, and "The Art of Power." Theodore R. Johnson, a scholar of race and electoral politics, speaks with Michel Martin about his new book, "If We Are Brave: Essays From Black Americana."
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October 11, 2024
S2024 E7075 - 55m 46s
Correspondent Ben Wedeman reports on the latest in the fighting between Israel and Hezbollah from Beirut. Journalist Franklin Foer discusses the Biden administration's role in the conflict since October 7th. Republican Governor Mike Dewine of Ohio responds to Donald Trump's false claims about Haitian immigrants in his state and weighs in on key issues this election.
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October 10, 2024
S2024 E7074 - 55m 47s
Hurricane Milton made landfall in Florida last night. Climate expert Jeff Goodell on the role of climate change in storms like this. Correspondent Isabel Rosales joins from her car on the flooded streets of Tampa to share what she’s seen. Award-winning director Steve McQueen on his new film "Blitz." Tom Nichols on why he believes that re-electing Trump would be George Washington’s worst nightmare.
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October 9, 2024
S2024 E7073 - 55m 45s
Lebanese Ambassador to the UK, Rami Mortada discusses Israel's offensive against Hezbollah in Lebanon and Netanyahu's message to the Lebanese people. Tampa City Council Member Bill Carlson on the imminent disaster Florida faces from Hurricane Milton. WSJ reporter Anat Peled recounts the intelligence failure of the IDF regarding the Nahal Oz military base and the subsequent massacre there on Oct 7.
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October 8, 2024
S2024 E7072 - 55m 47s
One month out from the U.S. election, economist Laura Tyson argues that the economy and reproductive rights are actually linked. Award-winning actress Kate Winslet on portraying American photojournalist Lee Miller in the new film "Lee." Trailblazing journalist Connie Chung joins Walter Isaacson to share the story of her career.
Extras + Features
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Eddie Glaude Jr.: To Save Democracy, Americans Have to Become Better People
S2024 E6206 - 18m 21s
With trust in leadership failing and democratic institutions faltering around the world, New York Times bestselling author Eddie Glaude Jr. joins the show to discuss his new book, how all Americans can be leaders and what we might learn from history.
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Giving “James” a Voice: Percival Everett on His Reimagining of Huck Finn
S2024 E6205 - 17m 35s
The work of Percival Everett landed in the spotlight when his novel "Erasure" was adapted into the film "American Fiction." Hard on the heels of its success, Everett is back with a new book. "James,” is a reimagining of "Huckleberry Finn," putting Jim, Huck’s enslaved sidekick, front and center. Everett joins the show to discuss how he gave the iconic character a powerful new voice.
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National Security Expert: If Trump Loses Election, Expect Violence
S2024 E6204 - 18m 23s
Looking ahead to the 2024 election, some fear upheaval should Donald Trump lose again. National security expert Juliette Kayyem argues, "The government isn't ready for the violence Trump might unleash." She joins Hari Sreenivasan to discuss what President Biden must do to plan for the worst.
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Is There Selective Outrage With Who Dies in the Israel/Gaza Conflict?
S2024 E6203 - 15m 48s
The Gaza Ministry of Health reports a death count of 33,000 since October 7th. Author and global affairs journalist Emily Tamkin has been writing about this war for the online magazine Slate. Her most recent article explores the reaction to the killing of seven World Central Kitchen aid workers. Tamkin joins us to discuss why she believes this incident provoked worldwide condemnation.
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Sen. Bernie Sanders: U.S. Must Threaten to Cut Off Funding for Israel
S2024 E6203 - 5m 33s
After October 7th, when Hamas murdered 1,200 Israelis, Senator Bernie Sanders spoke out in favor of Israel’s right to defend itself. Now he says Israel is violating international law, arguing that “the United States cannot continue to be complicit in the horror that is taking place now." Senator Sanders joins the program from Capitol Hill to discuss America’s politics at home and abroad.
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Michael Douglas on “Franklin” and “Endangered” Democracies
S2024 E6202 - 17m 49s
A new Apple TV series turns back the clock on American foreign policy to someone many know as America’s first diplomat. "Franklin" tells the story of Benjamin Franklin's mission to France in 1776 to secure support for the American independence movement. Academy Award winner Michael Douglas speaks to us about taking on the role of a founding father.
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AI Could Actually Help Rebuild the Middle Class, Says MIT Economist
S2024 E6201 - 17m 13s
As artificial intelligence catches on in America, fears of general unemployment are growing. Elon Musk called AI "the most disruptive force in history” and 75 percent of U.S. adults believe it will lead to job losses, according to a recent Gallup poll. But MIT Economics Professor David Autor says this fear is misplaced. He joins Walter Isaacson to discuss the opportunities AI could bring.
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Mushroom Leather? 3D-Printed Homes on Mars? “A Brief History of the Future”
S2024 E6200 - 18m 1s
In a new documentary series, "A Brief History of the Future," renowned futurist Ari Wallach travels the world to meet the people finding solutions and laying the foundation for a better world for the generations to come. Ari Wallach joins Hari Sreenivasan to discuss how we might become the great ancestors the future needs us to be.
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New Book “The Exvangelicals:” Inside the Church and The Movement to Leave It
S2024 E6199 - 17m 59s
A national political correspondent for NPR, Sarah McCammon digs into her own past in her first book, “The Exvangelicals." In it she explains why many children of evangelicalism are growing up and fleeing the fold. She joined Michel Martin to discuss the increasing influence of evangelical Christians on right-wing U.S. politics.
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Charlie Sykes: GOP, Toxic Narcissists and a Fundamentally Broken Congress
S2024 E6198 - 18m 13s
Congress is broken. So say staffers and an unprecedented number of elected representatives quitting mid-term. A recent survey by the nonprofit Congressional Management Foundation found that a large majority of senior staffers believe the legislative body is no longer functioning. Conservative political commentator Charlie Sykes joins Michel Martin to discuss "The Great Resignation."
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Justice Breyer Says SCOTUS Risks Creating “A Constitution That No One Wants”
S2024 E6197 - 18m 21s
Interpreting the Constitution for modern America is of course the divisive legal dilemma of the times, and retired Supreme Court justice Stephen Breyer tackles it head-on in his new book “Reading the Constitution,” which he speaks about with Walter Isaacson.
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“The Anxious Generation” Author: Social Media Is Spreading Mental Illness
S2024 E6196 - 17m 52s
Smartphones and social media have taken a toll on young people's development. But one man has an idea about how to fix Gen Z. In his new book, "The Anxious Generation," social psychologist Jonathan Haidt investigates the sudden collapse of mental health among adolescents. The author joins Hari Sreenivasan to discuss ways for parents to head off the damage.
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