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Firing Line

Join author, activist and commentator Margaret Hoover for a public affairs talk show that delivers a civil and engaging contest of ideas among the brightest minds and voices from across the ideological spectrum.

Jose Andres

26m 46s

Chef and World Central Kitchen founder José Andrés discusses his approach to humanitarian aid, his work in Ukraine and Gaza, and his new book, “Change the Recipe.” He comments on the Trump administration, immigration, and threats to the rule of law.

Episodes

  • Newt Gingrich: asset-mezzanine-16x9

    Newt Gingrich

    S2025 E4 - 26m 46s

    Former House Speaker Newt Gingrich discusses his new PBS documentary “Journey to America” and makes a conservative case for legal immigration amid rising GOP skepticism. He also responds to President Trump’s executive orders and January 6th pardons.

  • Juan Williams: asset-mezzanine-16x9

    Juan Williams

    S2025 E3 - 26m 46s

    Fox News analyst Juan Williams discusses his book “New Prize for These Eyes,” about what he sees as a second civil rights movement and the backlash against it. He reflects on the impact of right-wing media ahead of Trump’s inauguration and MLK Day.

  • Sviatlana Tsikhanouskaya, Katya Snytsina and Natalia Kaliada: asset-mezzanine-16x9

    Sviatlana Tsikhanouskaya, Katya Snytsina and Natalia Kaliada

    S2025 E2 - 26m 46s

    Belarusian opposition leader Sviatlana Tsikhanouskaya, Olympic basketball star Katya Snytsina, and Belarus Free Theatre co-founder Natalia Kaliada discuss the fight against Lukashenko’s dictatorship and the power of art and sports in politics.

  • Jonathan Haidt: asset-mezzanine-16x9

    Jonathan Haidt

    S2025 E1 - 26m 46s

    Social psychologist Jonathan Haidt discusses his book, “The Anxious Generation," which explores how social media and phone-based parenting have rewired young brains, and he addresses what can be done about Gen Z’s tech-fueled mental health crisis.

Extras + Features

  • Bill Nye: asset-mezzanine-16x9

    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.

Schedule

  • Firing Line With Margaret Hoover: TVSS: Banner-L1

    Firing Line

    Sunday
    Apr 27

    30 Minutes

    Chef and World Central Kitchen founder José Andrés discusses his approach to humanitarian aid, his work in Ukraine and Gaza and his book "Change the Recipe: Because You Can't Build a Better World Without Breaking Some Eggs."
  • Firing Line With Margaret Hoover: TVSS: Banner-L1

    Firing Line

    Monday
    Apr 28

    30 Minutes

    Former Secretary of State Condoleezza Rice discusses the perils of isolationism, the need for the U.S. to stand by Ukraine, her assessment of the war in Gaza, and putting pressure on Iran and its proxies.
  • Firing Line With Margaret Hoover: TVSS: Banner-L1

    Firing Line

    Friday
    May 2

    30 Minutes

    Margaret Hoover leads interviews and debates.
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    Firing Line

    Saturday
    May 3

    30 Minutes

    Margaret Hoover leads interviews and debates.
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    Firing Line

    Saturday
    May 3

    30 Minutes

    Margaret Hoover leads interviews and debates.
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    Firing Line

    Saturday
    May 3

    30 Minutes

    Margaret Hoover leads interviews and debates.
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    Firing Line

    Saturday
    May 3

    30 Minutes

    Margaret Hoover leads interviews and debates.
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    Firing Line

    Sunday
    May 4

    30 Minutes

    Margaret Hoover leads interviews and debates.
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    Firing Line

    Monday
    May 5

    30 Minutes

    Margaret Hoover leads interviews and debates.
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    Firing Line

    Friday
    May 9

    30 Minutes

    Margaret Hoover leads interviews and debates.
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    Firing Line

    Saturday
    May 10

    30 Minutes

    Margaret Hoover leads interviews and debates.
  • Firing Line With Margaret Hoover: TVSS: Banner-L1

    Firing Line

    Saturday
    May 10

    30 Minutes

    Margaret Hoover leads interviews and debates.
  • Firing Line With Margaret Hoover: TVSS: Banner-L1

    Firing Line

    Saturday
    May 10

    30 Minutes

    Margaret Hoover leads interviews and debates.
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    Firing Line

    Saturday
    May 10

    30 Minutes

    Margaret Hoover leads interviews and debates.
  • Firing Line With Margaret Hoover: TVSS: Banner-L1

    Firing Line

    Sunday
    May 11

    30 Minutes

    Margaret Hoover leads interviews and debates.
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    Firing Line

    Monday
    May 12

    30 Minutes

    Margaret Hoover leads interviews and debates.

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