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October 31, 2024

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.

Episodes

  • October 7, 2024: asset-mezzanine-16x9

    October 7, 2024

    S2024 E7071 - 55m 47s

    Meirav Leshem Gonen's daughter Romi Gonen has been held hostage by Hamas for a year. Meirav discusses this anniversary and her fight to save her daughter. Palestinian Rana Salman and Israeli May Pundak offer a message of hope for peace on this dark anniversary. Al Jazeera correspondent Youmna ElSayed reflects on a year of covering the war, first from Gaza and now from an undisclosed location.

  • October 4, 2024: asset-mezzanine-16x9

    October 4, 2024

    S2024 E7070 - 55m 28s

    Professor Mona Fawa on the situation in Lebanon, Hezbollah's role, and where public opinion in the country lies. Climate policy expert Leah Stokes and former Rep. Bob Inglis (R-SC) on climate change policies in the U.S. Meryl Streep, Fawzia Koofi and Habiba Sarabi on the new documentary, "The Sharp Edge of Peace." Malcom Gladwell on his new book, "Revenge of the Tipping Point."

  • October 3, 2024: asset-mezzanine-16x9

    October 3, 2024

    S2024 E7069 - 55m 47s

    Over the past two weeks, more than 1,000 people in Lebanon have been killed. Correspondent Jomana Karadsheh reports. Israeli journalist Illana Dayan on what her country has been through, and what the future might hold. Al Jazeera English correspondent Tareq Abu Azzoum joined Christiane from central Gaza to give the view from there. Journalist Ta-Nehisi Coates on his new book "The Message."

  • October 2, 2024: asset-mezzanine-16x9

    October 2, 2024

    S2024 E7068 - 55m 46s

    Fmr. Israeli PM Ehud Barak on Iran's attack on Israel and the anticipated response. Fmr. State Department official Andrew Miller gives the American perspective on the escalation in the region. Iran expert Karim Sadjadpour discusses Iran's strategy in this conflict. Actor and activist John Leguizamo explores the Latino American experience in “Voces American Historia: The Untold History of Latinos."

  • September 30, 2024: asset-mezzanine-16x9

    September 30, 2024

    S2024 E7066 - 55m 46s

    Fmr. Egyptian Minister of Foreign Affairs Nabil Fahmy discusses what the next phase of Israel's war against Hezbollah may be. Ali Vaez, Director of the Iran Project, weighs in on the elimination of Hassan Nasrallah. Farah Nabulsi and Saleh Bakri tell a Palestinian story in their film "The Teacher." Sarah Smarsh paints a picture of Appalachia in her collection of essays, "Bone of the Bone."

  • September 27, 2024: asset-mezzanine-16x9

    September 27, 2024

    S2024 E7065 - 55m 45s

    Israel targets Hezbollah’s leader, Hassan Nasrallah, in southern Beirut. The attack occurred soon after Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu addressed the U.N. General Assembly in New York. Jomana Karadsheh and Jeremy Diamond report. Fawaz Gerges and Amir Tibon on the consequences of escalation between Israel and Lebanon. Amanda Jones on her new book "That Librarian."

  • September 26, 2024: asset-mezzanine-16x9

    September 26, 2024

    S2024 E7064 - 55m 47s

    Ben Wedeman reports from Lebanon on escalations in the region. Kenyan President William Ruto discusses the war in Sudan. Iranian Vice President for Strategic Affairs Javad Zarif weighs in on Israel, Gaza, and the potential for a new nuclear deal. Former NIH Director Francis Collins talks about his new book, "The Road to Wisdom: On Truth, Science, Faith, and Trust."

  • September 25, 2024: asset-mezzanine-16x9

    September 25, 2024

    S2024 E7063 - 55m 47s

    Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sanchez on his country's unique approach to the conflict in the Middle East. As a close ally of Ukraine, Germany is watching closely for any sign of a potential Russian attack on nuclear infrastructure. German Foreign Minister Annalena Baerbock joins to discuss. Dearborn, Michigan Mayor Abdullah Hammoud on growing voter dissatisfaction in his community.

  • September 24, 2024: asset-mezzanine-16x9

    September 24, 2024

    S2024 E7062 - 55m 46s

    Polish Foreign Minister Radek Sirkorski discusses Ukrainian President Zelensky's U.S. trip. Nabih Bulos, Middle East Bureau Chief of the LA Times, speaks on Israeli airstrikes in Lebanon. Greek Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis on Greece's non-permanent membership of the UN Security Council. Mary L. Trump takes on the history of her family relationships in her book "Who Could Ever Love You."

  • September 23, 2024: asset-mezzanine-16x9

    September 23, 2024

    S2024 E7061 - 55m 26s

    A year after his release from Iran's notorious Evin Prison, Siamak Namazi joins Christiane for his first interview since captivity. Ireland is taking its own approach to ending the war in Gaza by officially recognizing a Palestinian state and criticizing Israel's conduct of the war. Ireland's Prime Minister Simon Harris joins the show. Historian Timothy Snyder on his new book "On Freedom."

  • September 20, 2024: asset-mezzanine-16x9

    September 20, 2024

    S2024 E7060 - 55m 42s

    Correspondent Jeremy Diamond reports from Tel Aviv. David Suzuki and Bodhi Patil discuss their ongoing battle against climate change. Coralie Fargeat addresses beauty standards placed on women in her new film "The Substance." Co-Chair of the UN Artificial Intelligence Advisory Body Carme Artigas talks about AI governance.

  • September 19, 2024: asset-mezzanine-16x9

    September 19, 2024

    S2024 E7059 - 55m 48s

    Correspondent Ben Wedeman reports on escalating tensions between Hezbollah and Israel from Beriut. U.S. Ambassador to China Nicholas Burns on U.S.-China relations. "The Power Broker" author and historian Robert Caro reflects on his legacy. Francis Fukuyama, senior fellow at Stanford University's Freeman Spogli Institute, on Ukraine and the danger of taking democracy for granted.

Extras + Features

  • “At the Edge of Empire:” Communist Idealism, Disillusionment & Leaving China: asset-mezzanine-16x9

    “At the Edge of Empire:” Communist Idealism, Disillusionment & Leaving China

    S2024 E7027 - 18m 21s

    China's current status was built atop decades of communist authoritarian rule, and few people have experienced this transformation as closely and personally as author Edward Wong. In his book "At the Edge of Empire," he chronicles the journey of his family and his nation through the political evolution that brought China to global ascendance.

  • What Went Wrong in the Sonya Massey Shooting? Policing Expert Explains: asset-mezzanine-16x9

    What Went Wrong in the Sonya Massey Shooting? Policing Expert Explains

    S2024 E7025 - 17m 53s

    The US once again has been shaken by the shooting of an unarmed Black woman by police. Last month Sonya Massey called 911 for help, only to be shot and killed by a sheriff's deputy inside her own home. Dr. Tracie Keesee, co-founder and president of the Center for Policing Equity, discussed what went wrong and what local law enforcement can do to better protect the communities they serve.

  • “I Will Not Be Silent:” Democratic Strategist on Harris’ Israel-Gaza Stance: asset-mezzanine-16x9

    “I Will Not Be Silent:” Democratic Strategist on Harris’ Israel-Gaza Stance

    S2024 E7024 - 18m 14s

    Vice President Kamala Harris met with Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu in Washington, at a time when it is not yet clear how she would manage the Israel-Gaza war if elected president. Hari Sreenivasan speaks with Democratic strategist Waleed Shahid about Harris' recent actions and how she might win over undecided voters.

  • Why Do Female Politicians Face Outsized Abuse Online? Researcher Explains: asset-mezzanine-16x9

    Why Do Female Politicians Face Outsized Abuse Online? Researcher Explains

    S2024 E7022 - 18m 7s

    As the presidential campaigns of Donald Trump and Kamala Harris are heating up, so too are the disinformation campaigns and online abuse. It’s nothing new for Harris. A 2020 report on presidential candidates found that the vast majority of attacks were directed at women. Nina Jankowicz explains that now, four years later, women -- and Harris in particular -- are still the primary targets.

  • J.D. Vance Has “No Business Speaking for Kentucky,” Says KY State Senator: asset-mezzanine-16x9

    J.D. Vance Has “No Business Speaking for Kentucky,” Says KY State Senator

    S2024 E7021 - 17m 46s

    In a recent piece for The Atlantic -- "Hillbilly Women Will Get No Help from J.D. Vance" -- Cassie Chambers Armstrong makes the point that, despite the Republican vice-presidential candidate's claim on his family's Appalachian values, his stated positions show a failure to recognize women's reality. Senator Armstrong joins the show to discuss ways in which rural women could be better supported.

  • Biden Biographer: “I Don’t Think He’s at Peace With This Decision”: asset-mezzanine-16x9

    Biden Biographer: “I Don’t Think He’s at Peace With This Decision”

    S2024 E7020 - 17m 16s

    Evan Osnos describes Joe Biden’s decision to leave the Oval Office as "an act of selflessness." The New Yorker writer joins the show to discuss the President’s address to the nation, his legacy, and the dynamics of the race with just over 100 days to go until election day.

  • “The Other Olympians:” Transgender Athletes in the Nazi Era: asset-mezzanine-16x9

    “The Other Olympians:” Transgender Athletes in the Nazi Era

    S2024 E7019 - 17m 20s

    Gender and sex in sports remains a sensitive topic. At this year’s Games, trans athletes are subject to stricter regulations than in the past. Although this seems like a recent issue, the topic goes back to the 1930s. In his new book, “The Other Olympians,” historian Michael Waters details the stories of trans athletes who competed then. He joins the show to speak about the challenges they faced.

  • Biden Out, Harris In: “This Is Exactly What the Trump Team Feared”: asset-mezzanine-16x9

    Biden Out, Harris In: “This Is Exactly What the Trump Team Feared”

    S2024 E7018 - 18m 7s

    Tim Alberta spent months behind the scenes of Trump's campaign, and just two weeks ago reported that they were planning for a landslide victory -- on the condition Joe Biden didn't drop out. Now that their worst fears have come true, Alberta discusses with us how the Trump campaign is shifting its approach to confront a new Democratic nominee.

  • Kristin Du Mez: Project 2025 Will Redefine Constitution in Name of Christianity: asset-mezzanine-16x9

    Kristin Du Mez: Project 2025 Will Redefine Constitution in Name of Christianity

    S2024 E7017 - 18m 5s

    The political blueprint for the next Republican president, Project 2025, has drawn criticism not only from Democrats but also from Donald Trump himself. Yet the authors of the playbook include some of his closest advisors, as well as groups with Christian nationalist leanings. Historian Kristin Kobes Du Mez speaks about the rise of evangelicalism in politics and its potential impact on democracy.

  • Biden’s Personal Attorney on the President’s Historic Decision: asset-mezzanine-16x9

    Biden’s Personal Attorney on the President’s Historic Decision

    S2024 E7016 - 17m 20s

    For many, Joe Biden’s historic decision was a foregone conclusion after his disastrous debate appearance last month. Central to the preparation for that debate was a member of Biden’s inner circle, his personal lawyer Bob Bauer, who took on the role of Trump in practice sessions. Bauer spoke to Walter Isaacson about his new political memoir “The Unraveling” and Biden's legacy.

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