October 15, 2024 - PBS News Hour full episode
October 15, 2024 - PBS News Hour full episode
Episodes
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2024 Democratic National Convention | DNC Night 1 | PBS News special coverage
4h 26m
The 2024 Democratic National Convention kicks off Aug. 19 in Chicago, with Vice President Kamala Harris and Gov. Tim Walz as the party's official nominees for the Democratic presidential ticket. Speakers will take the stage in Chicago 6:15 p.m. EDT. Amna Nawaz and Geoff Bennett anchor PBS News' gavel-to-gavel special coverage.
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Biden's addresses the nation after 2024 exit | PBS News Special Coverage
26m 46s
President Joe Biden explained his decision to exit the 2024 race Wednesday in a live address from the Oval Office. Biden spoke about how it was time to "pass the torch to a new generation," and the opportunity he saw to unite his party in the name of democracy. Amna Nawaz and Geoff Bennett host special coverage with Correspondent Laura Barrón-López and strategists Kevin Madden and Guy Cecil.
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Tipping Point: Colorado River Reckoning
1h 36m
Forty million people depend on the Colorado River for water, but that vital resource is in peril. On July 24, 2024, PBS News science correspondent Miles O’Brien hosted “Tipping Point: Colorado River Reckoning,” that examined the challenges facing the Colorado River and those who rely on it.
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2024 Republican National Convention | RNC Night 3 | PBS News special coverage
3h 26m
Sen. JD Vance officially joined the ticket as Vice President. Donald Trump, Jr., Peter Navarro and Rep. Nancy Mace all addressed the convention. Watch PBS News co-anchors Amna Nawaz and Geoff Bennett host PBS News special coverage of the 2024 Republican National Convention.
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2024 Republican National Convention | RNC Night 4 | PBS News special coverage
4h 14m
Following Kid Rock, Hulk Hogan, and Eric Trump, Donald Trump took the stage and delivered a 90 minute acceptance speech on the final night of the Republican National Convention. Watch PBS News co-anchors Amna Nawaz and Geoff Bennett host PBS News special coverage.
Extras and Features
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Inside the Democratic strategy to flip control of the House
S2024 E213 - 6m 45s
The dramatic changes in the presidential race could have implications for the other major battles for control of the House and Senate. Both chambers are up for grabs with Democrats particularly hopeful about flipping the House of Representatives. Lisa Desjardins discussed that effort with Rep. Suzan DelBene, chair of the Democratic Congressional Campaign Committee.
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Hong Kong bookstore begins new chapter in upstate New York
S2024 E213 - 6m 47s
From 2021 to 2022, Hong Kong experienced its biggest population drop since record-keeping began more than 60 years ago. Tens of thousands left because of strict COVID-19 policies and a crackdown on civil liberties by Beijing. Special correspondent Christopher Booker spent time with an American couple part of this exodus and reports on their journey for our arts and culture series, CANVAS.
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Israel targets Hezbollah leader in Beirut strike
S2024 E213 - 8m 48s
Israel says it has killed one of Hezbollah’s most senior military officials in the southern suburbs of Beirut. Israel blames Fuad Shukr for this past weekend’s strike that killed a dozen children. His possible death is sparking fears of an escalating war in the region. Nick Schifrin discussed the developments with Randa Slim of the Middle East Institute.
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Acting Secret Service head grilled over security failures
S2024 E213 - 5m 36s
One week after the resignation of Secret Service Director Kimberly Cheatle, acting successor Ronald Rowe spent Tuesday morning acknowledging the agency’s failures and trying to reassure Congress during a hearing that the Secret Service is capable and accountable. Rowe was joined at the hearing by the deputy director of the FBI. Geoff Bennett reports.
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How Trump and Harris campaign messages are resonating
S2024 E212 - 3m 57s
It’s only been a week since the 2024 race for the White House was upended, but it’s already entering the final countdown with fewer than 100 days until Election Day. In the last couple of days, the Republican ticket of Donald Trump and JD Vance hit the campaign trail together while Kamala Harris spent her first full weekend as the likely Democratic nominee. Lisa Desjardins reports.
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Olympian Apolo Ohno on prioritizing athletes' mental health
S2024 E212 - 6m 51s
Millions of people are closely watching the performance of Olympic great Simone Biles as she competes for gold. Biles has also helped open the door wider to conversations around mental health and the incredible pressure to compete. Amna Nawaz discussed that with Apolo Ohno, the most decorated American Olympian of the Winter Games.
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Biden proposes Supreme Court term limits, ethics reforms
S2024 E212 - 4m 40s
President Biden unveiled three proposed reforms in response to legal, ethical and political controversies around the Supreme Court. The plan includes an enforceable code of ethics for justices, term limits for the Supreme Court and a constitutional amendment limiting the recent decision on presidential immunity. White House Correspondent Laura Barrón-López breaks down the proposals.
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How a 94-year-old became the breakout star of the summer
S2024 E212 - 7m 42s
One of the Hollywood box office stars of the summer is a 94-year-old veteran of stage and screen in her very first starring role. In "Thelma," June Squibb plays the victim of an online scam who decides to take matters into her own hands. Squibb sat down with Jeffrey Brown to talk about aging on screen and in life. It's part of our arts and culture series, CANVAS.
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Venezuela in political standoff after disputed election
S2024 E212 - 7m 52s
The U.S. says it has serious concerns about the election results in Venezuela after authoritarian leader Nicolás Maduro declared a victory in a tumultuous presidential race. Exit polls showed a blowout win for the opposition party. Both Maduro and the opposition have claimed a win, but most world leaders held back from recognizing the results. Geoff Bennett discussed more with Ricardo Zuniga.
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Trump shifts cryptocurrency stance to win new voters, donors
S2024 E212 - 6m 35s
Cryptocurrency’s largest annual conference featured a gathering of leaders, celebrities, tech industry insiders, and crypto-enthusiasts. Both Donald Trump and Robert F. Kennedy Jr. spoke in favor of boosting crypto during their remarks. The rise of cryptocurrencies has created a new bloc of mega-donors candidates are trying to win over. William Brangham discussed more with David Yaffe-Bellany.
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Tamara Keith and Amy Walter on the Harris campaign momentum
S2024 E212 - 8m 59s
NPR’s Tamara Keith and Amy Walter of the Cook Political Report with Amy Walter join Geoff Bennett to discuss the latest political news, including the momentum behind Vice President Harris' campaign, Democrats labeling Trump and his allies as "weird" and the criticism surrounding the pick of JD Vance as the Republican vice presidential candidate.
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How Lois Curtis fought for the rights of disabled Americans
S2024 E211 - 2m 40s
For the next installment in our “Hidden Histories” series, Ali Rogin brings us the story of Lois Curtis, an artist whose lawsuit 25 years ago over the conditions of her confinement in state institutions ended up at the Supreme Court and established the rights of disabled Americans.
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Co-anchors Amna Nawaz and Geoff Bennett and correspondents offer in-depth analysis of current events. -
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PBS News Hour
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Oct 17
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Co-anchors Amna Nawaz and Geoff Bennett and correspondents offer in-depth analysis of current events. -
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PBS News Hour
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Oct 17
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Co-anchors Amna Nawaz and Geoff Bennett and correspondents offer in-depth analysis of current events. -
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Co-anchors Amna Nawaz and Geoff Bennett and correspondents offer in-depth analysis of current events. -
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PBS News Hour
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Oct 18
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Co-anchors Amna Nawaz and Geoff Bennett and correspondents offer in-depth analysis of current events. -
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PBS News Hour
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Oct 18
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Co-anchors Amna Nawaz and Geoff Bennett and correspondents offer in-depth analysis of current events. -
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PBS News Hour
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Oct 18
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Co-anchors Amna Nawaz and Geoff Bennett and correspondents offer in-depth analysis of current events. -
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Oct 18
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