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Amanpour and Company

Featuring conversations with global leaders and decision makers on the issues affecting the world today, Amanpour and Company adds to the long tradition of public affairs programming that has been a hallmark of public media for decades.

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

  • June 5, 2024: asset-mezzanine-16x9

    June 5, 2024

    S2024 E6243 - 55m 54s

    Former NSC official Andrea Flores discusses Biden's new immigration restrictions. Melissa Bell reports from Normandy ahead of the 80th anniversary of D-day. Laura Warner and Evan Williams chronicle efforts to investigate horrors perpetrated in the war in Ukraine in their new documentary "The Cranes Call." Debbie Walsh weighs in on whether Trump's guilty verdict will hurt him with women voters.

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

    June 4, 2024

    S2024 E6242 - 55m 41s

    Haaretz columnist and Netanyahu biographer Anshel Pfeffer on a possible ceasefire deal amid division in Israel. Journalist Barkha Dutt on India's national election. Correspondent Gustavo Valdes on immigration and America’s southern border. Former white nationalist R. Derek Black on their new memoir "The Klansman's Son."

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

    June 3, 2024

    S2024 E6241 - 55m 44s

    Viri Ríos discusses Mexico's historic election of their first female president, Claudia Sheinbaum. Tessa Dooms sheds light on South Africa's election in which the ANC lost its majority for the first time in 30 years. Åsne Seierstad explores the Taliban's return to power in "The Afghans." George Stephanopoulos digs into the crises American presidents have faced in his book "The Situation Room."

  • May 31, 2024: asset-mezzanine-16x9

    May 31, 2024

    S2024 E6240 - 55m 53s

    In a unanimous verdict on Thursday, a New York jury found Donald J. Trump, the 45th president of the U.S., guilty on all 34 counts. Former U.S. Acting Solicitor General Neal Katyal, former White House ethics czar Norm Eisen, former Trump campaign adviser David Urban, Republicans Against Trump executive director Sarah Longwell, and presidential historian Timothy Naftali join the show to discuss.

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

    May 30, 2024

    S2024 E6239 - 55m 53s

    British surgeon Dr. Nick Maynard is just back from Gaza. He joins Christiane to discuss the collapsing healthcare system there. Afghan Star, Kabul’s answer to American Idol, is the subject of a new podcast from superstar musician John Legend. Austan Goolsbee is President and CEO of the Federal Reserve Bank of Chicago. He updates Walter Isaacson on the state of America’s finances.

  • May 29, 2024: asset-mezzanine-16x9

    May 29, 2024

    S2024 E6238 - 55m 53s

    Sen. Chris Van Hollen has been a vocal critic of Israel’s conduct in Gaza. He joins Christiane to discuss the U.S. stance on the conflict. Christiane discusses a new documentary series, "The Life and Murder of Nicole Brown Simpson," with Nicole's sisters Denise, Dominique and Tanya. The Breakfast Club co-host Charlamagne tha God on his new book "Get Honest or Die Lying."

  • May 28, 2024: asset-mezzanine-16x9

    May 28, 2024

    S2024 E6237 - 55m 53s

    Correspondent Jeremy Diamond on the latest from Rafah. NATO Secretary General Jens Stoltenberg calls on allies to unshackle Ukraine from prohibitions against striking military targets in Russia. Rise Mzansi party leader Songezo Zibi on the South Africa election. Digital regulation expert Beeban Kidron on the lack of legislation around AI. Luis Miranda Jr. on his new memoir, “Relentless."

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

    May 24, 2024

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    Andrea Kendall-Taylor, a senior fellow and director at the Center for a New American Security, on the Russia-Ukraine war. Susan Glasser on Nikki Haley's declaration of support for Donald Trump. Bestselling novelist Amor Towles discusses his process for writing his new book “Table for Two.

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

    May 23, 2024

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    Irish Prime Minister Simon Harris on his country's decision to recognize a Palestinian state. Mustafa Barghouti of the Palestinian National Initiative discusses this recognition of Palestinian statehood. Breaking The Silence's Avner Gvaryahu discusses Netanyahu and the IDF's actions in Gaza. Law professor Aaron Tang talks about the crisis of ethics on the Supreme Court.

  • May 22, 2024: asset-mezzanine-16x9

    May 22, 2024

    S2024 E6233 - 55m 54s

    Spain, Norway and Ireland today made a major diplomatic move to recognize Palestinian statehood. Spain’s Foreign Minister José Manuel Albares joins the show. Worldwide, one in three women have experienced some form of physical or sexual violence. Gloria Allred, Lejla Dauti and April Hernandez Castillo join to discuss. Academic Aisha Beliso-De Jesus on George Floyd and "excited delirium syndrome."

  • May 21, 2024: asset-mezzanine-16x9

    May 21, 2024

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    Israeli author and historian Yuval Noah Harari joins the show to discuss the ICC warrants for Israeli and Hamas leaders and the latest out of Israel and Gaza. Palestinian chef Fadi Kattan discusses his new book "Bethlehem: A Celebration of Palestinian Food." Steven Johnson explores the extremist turmoil that occurred in New York in the early 20th century in his book "The Infernal Machine."

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

    May 20, 2024

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    Today, the ICC's Chief Prosecutor Karim Khan told Christiane he is seeking arrest warrants for three Hamas leaders as well as Israeli PM Benjamin Netanyahu and Defense Minister Yoav Gallant. Khan explains his decision in an exclusive interview. Human rights lawyer Geoffrey Nice discusses the news. Michael Oren, former Israeli Ambassador to the U.S., offers some insight into the Israeli response.

Extras + Features

  • “Trippy:” How Psychedelics Can Be Used to Treat Mental Health Issues: asset-mezzanine-16x9

    “Trippy:” How Psychedelics Can Be Used to Treat Mental Health Issues

    S2024 E6246 - 18m 31s

    Last week in the US, a federal advisory committee voted against using MDMA – or ecstasy – to treat post-traumatic stress disorder. It marks the first time FDA advisers have even considered a psychedelic drug for medical use. This is something Ernesto Londoño is passionate about. His new book "Trippy" draws on his own experience in the Amazon, trying to ease his depression.

  • Real or Not Real? The Danger of AI-Generated Content in Elections: asset-mezzanine-16x9

    Real or Not Real? The Danger of AI-Generated Content in Elections

    S2024 E6245 - 18m 38s

    The power of artificial intelligence can easily be weaponized to stoke the flames of disinformation — particularly during the lead-up to the U.S. presidential election. Arizona Secretary of State Adrian Fontes is worried about the spike in AI-generated campaign content. He joins the show to share how he's warning election officials to guard against fraud.

  • 101-Year-Old WWII Veteran Commemorates D-Day Anniversary: asset-mezzanine-16x9

    101-Year-Old WWII Veteran Commemorates D-Day Anniversary

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    Today, veterans are returning to Normandy to pay tribute to their fallen comrades and ensure that the world never forgets their sacrifice. As time marches on, the number of surviving veterans grows fewer and fewer. But the voices of those few ring louder than ever. Among them is 101-year-old D-Day veteran Jake Larson, who spoke with Christiane in the Normandy American Cemetery.

  • Tom Hanks on Remembering D-Day 80 Years Later: asset-mezzanine-16x9

    Tom Hanks on Remembering D-Day 80 Years Later

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    When we think of D-Day, perhaps the most vivid imagery comes not from the newsreels of the time, but from cinema -- for example, the visceral, haunting battlefield scenes from "Saving Private Ryan." That movie’s star, Tom Hanks, is a history buff, and traveled to Normandy for the anniversary commemoration. Christiane spoke with him there about the meaning of this anniversary.

  • They Were the Poster Child for the KKK; Now They Advocate for Antiracism: asset-mezzanine-16x9

    They Were the Poster Child for the KKK; Now They Advocate for Antiracism

    S2024 E6242 - 18m 10s

    In a new memoir, “The Klansman’s Son," R. Derek Black writes about their upbringing and personal transformation – from a committed white supremacist since childhood to an outspoken anti-racism advocate. The author joins the show to reflect on their journey and offer insight into why people hold onto extremist beliefs.

  • Inside the Situation Room: George Stephanopoulos on Presidents in Crisis: asset-mezzanine-16x9

    Inside the Situation Room: George Stephanopoulos on Presidents in Crisis

    S2024 E6241 - 17m 59s

    For generations, U.S. presidents in crisis have repaired to the Situation Room with their advisers. In his new book, aptly titled "The Situation Room," TV host and former White House communications director George Stephanopoulos looks at the dilemmas America’s past leaders have reckoned with in that space. He tells Walter Isaacson all about them.

  • President & Convicted Felon: Historian on the Unprecedented Trump Verdict: asset-mezzanine-16x9

    President & Convicted Felon: Historian on the Unprecedented Trump Verdict

    S2024 E6240 - 15m 25s

    It’s a verdict that will be forever cemented in history. In more than 200 years of America as we know it, no U.S. president has ever been convicted of a crime – until this week. Presidential historian Tim Naftali joins the show to discuss where this moment stands in the longer arc of U.S. history.

  • Chicago Fed. Pres. Talks Inflation, Jobs and Nonpartisanship: asset-mezzanine-16x9

    Chicago Fed. Pres. Talks Inflation, Jobs and Nonpartisanship

    S2024 E6239 - 16m 46s

    In the runup to the U.S. presidential election in November, the economy is the biggest driver for voters. But there appears to be a disconnect between the economic facts on the ground and how people feel about it. Austan Goolsbee is President and CEO of the Federal Reserve Bank of Chicago. He updates Walter Isaacson on the state of America’s finances -- from the labor market to the housing market.

  • “Get Honest or Die Lying:” Charlamagne tha God on Why Small Talk Sucks: asset-mezzanine-16x9

    “Get Honest or Die Lying:” Charlamagne tha God on Why Small Talk Sucks

    S2024 E6238 - 17m 37s

    Charlamagne tha God is a radio personality, television host and author. His new book, "Get Honest or Die Lying: Why Small Talk Sucks," critiques the prevalence of superficial conversations and advocates for deeper, more meaningful dialogues to address societal divisions and personal unhappiness. He joins the show to discuss the importance of authentic communication.

  • Lin-Manuel Miranda’s Father on the Latino Vote and a Life of Activism: asset-mezzanine-16x9

    Lin-Manuel Miranda’s Father on the Latino Vote and a Life of Activism

    S2024 E6237 - 18m 16s

    Luis Miranda has devoted decades to helping to give Latino communities a voice in U.S. politics. Many recognize him as the father of "Hamilton" creator Lin-Manuel Miranda. Now, he's out with a new memoir, “Relentless: My Story of the Latino Spirit That Is Transforming America,” which chronicles his journey from young activist in Puerto Rico to influential democratic adviser in New York City.

  • “A Gentleman in Moscow” Author Amor Towles Discusses His New Short Stories: asset-mezzanine-16x9

    “A Gentleman in Moscow” Author Amor Towles Discusses His New Short Stories

    S2024 E6235 - 17m 17s

    Walter speaks with bestselling novelist Amor Towles about his new book “Table for Two.” The book, a New York Times bestseller, is a collection of short stories and a novella, described by the author as mainly concerning "the fateful consequences that can spring from brief encounters and the delicate mechanics of compromise that operate at the heart of modern marriages.”

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