Amanpour

Global Crises, Hidden Histories, and Supreme Court Controversies

Fri, 01 May 2026 17:20:00 -0000

Alix Didier Fils-Aimé describes Haiti’s ongoing crisis, where gang violence has dominated much of Port-au-Prince despite recent government efforts and a U.N.-backed international intervention to restore order; Natalie Livingstone highlights overlooked female figures who contributed to justice during the Nuremberg Trials; and Sarah Isgur discusses the current controversies surrounding the Supreme Court of the United States, arguing that public perceptions often misunderstand its role and offering ideas for reform amid growing political tensions.

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Tech Immortality vs. Human Mortality: Inside Silicon Valley's Anti-Aging Race

Thu, 30 Apr 2026 18:47:00 -0000

Can technology help us live forever? Award-winning journalist Kara Swisher investigates the Silicon Valley billionaires' quest for longevity and its surprising implications. Don't miss this insightful segment from our latest episode!

Also, dive deep into global politics, innovation, and social change on this episode. From a staggering UAE-OPEC split to the war in Iran, explore with Middle East expert Hassan Ahmadian.

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Global Tensions: US-Europe Relations Amid Middle East Wars

Wed, 29 Apr 2026 20:30:00 -0000

As tensions rise across continents, we sit down with key figures to discuss the political stalemate in Iran, the ongoing war in Ukraine, and transatlantic relations. Don't miss these critical conversations shaping our world today.

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Czech President Petr Pavel

Tue, 28 Apr 2026 19:05:00 -0000

There's a chain reaction happening across the world: The longer the Iran war drags on, the more the US drains its global supply of critical weapons. And the longer oil prices remain high, the more Russia reaps the rewards, leaving Europe increasingly exposed to Putin's aggressive instincts. Petr Pavel is president of the Czech Republic, former chief-of-staff of the Czech armed services, and served as chair of NATO's military committee. Christiane spoke to President Pavel at a conference in Prague.

Also on today's show: Edward Luce, US National Editor, Financial Times; Dr. Elizabeth Rosenthal, Senior Contributing Editor, KFF Health News

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Who Really Holds the Winning Cards In US-Iran Stalemate?

Mon, 27 Apr 2026 19:01:00 -0000

A diplomatic stand-off continues between the US and Iran after President Donald Trump called off his negotiating team's trip to Pakistan to meet with the Iranian delegation. The President has said Iran "can call" if they want but said the war could end soon. In turn, Iran has floated an initial deal that would require Washington to permanently end the war in exchange for the reopening of Hormuz. Sanam Vakil, Director of the Middle East and North Africa Program at Chatham House joins Bianna Golodryga to break down who is really holding the cards as diplomacy reaches a stalemate between Tehran and Washington. She joins the show from London.

Also on today's show: author Rachel Goldberg-Polin; law professor/author Khiara Bridges

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Is the Iran crisis distracting the world from Ukraine's fight for survival?

Sat, 25 Apr 2026 18:30:00 -0000

U.S. President Donald Trump's decision to go to war with Iran has sucked up global attention and resources. Meanwhile, Ukraine's fight for survival against Russia is grinding on, with no end in sight. Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky tells Christiane Amanpour efforts toward a ceasefire with Russia are unlikely as the United States shifts its focus to the Middle East. Then, as the Iran conflict drags on, former US negotiator Nate Swanson says time is on Tehran's side. Also, a daring escape from North Korea. We hear from a South Korean man who risked it all for a new life. Plus, united in grief, and in hope...Israeli Maoz Inon and Palestinian Aziz Abu Sarah join on their unlikely friendship, and their new book "The Future is Peace." And from the archives, the tourists determined to see Iran with their own eyes.

Air date: April 25, 2026

Guests:

Volodymyr Zelensky

Nate SwansonMaoz Inon & Aziz Abu Sarah

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Former Israeli Lawmaker/Diplomat Colette Avital

Fri, 24 Apr 2026 20:48:00 -0000

From Iran to Lebanon, to Israel and the occupied West Bank, the Middle East is truly in flames. In Lebanon, Israel continues to pound Hezbollah in the south, despite a so-called ceasefire and ongoing talks with the Lebanese government. Meantime, Israeli settlers are ramping up their violence against Palestinians in the Occupied West Bank, often with the security forces looking on, and even participating. Inside Israel, many Israelis support all this war, especially since October 7th. But not all, one key voice of resistance belongs to 86-year-old Colette Avital. She is a former Israeli diplomat, Knesset member and Holocaust survivor. She joins the show from Tel Aviv.

Also on today's show: CNN Chief Climate Correspondent Bill Weir; author Rebecca Solnit; House Representatives Anna Paulina Luna (R-FL) and Teresa Leger (D-NM)

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NSC Warned This Would Happen

Thu, 23 Apr 2026 20:17:00 -0000

While President Trump argues the new Iranian regime is diminished, experts claim that a more hardline generation of leaders is now calling the shots. Nate Swanson served as the National Security Council's Iran director. Days before the US and Israel launched their war, he warned that Iran would respond exactly as it has done. He joins the show to discuss this all.

Also on today's show: Ricardo Zúñiga, who led negotiations with the Cuban government during the second Obama administration; Jen Fifield, Reporter, ProPublica

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Ukraine President Volodymyr Zelensky

Wed, 22 Apr 2026 18:26:00 -0000

After four years of virtual stalemate in Ukraine, both Kyiv and the Kremlin are trying to use the war in Iran to their own advantage. President Zelensky visited the Middle East, offering battle-tested expertise on fending off Iran's done attacks, while Russia reportedly backs Iran with critical intelligence and weapons support, and for now, gains from soaring global oil prices. Zelensky joined Christiane from Kyiv.

Also on today's show: historian Timothy Snyder; Mercy Corps CEO Tjada D'Oyen McKenna

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Mistrust, Confusion Cloud US-Iran Talks

Tue, 21 Apr 2026 19:02:00 -0000

The clock is ticking on President Trump's Iran ceasefire deadline. Despite expectations that Vice President JD Vance would travel to Pakistan for round two of negotiations, he remains in Washington. Even if Vance heads to Islamabad, it's uncertain if Iran will turn up. CNN International Diplomatic Editor Nic Robertson joins the show from Islamabad.

Also on today's show: Matt Smith, Director of Commodity Research, Kpler; Ukrainian journalist Olga Rudenko; former US Trade Representative Robert Lighthizer

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Confusion Reigns As Ceasefire Countdown Ticks

Mon, 20 Apr 2026 18:23:00 -0000

The clock is ticking down to the end of the two-week Iran ceasefire and confusion reigns. Every day there seems to be a different answer to the critical questions. Meanwhile, Iran says it will retaliate after the US Navy fired on and seized an Iranian-flagged cargo ship that tried to bypass its blockade in the Gulf of Oman. Ellie Geranmayeh is a senior policy fellow at the European Council of Foreign Relations and joins the show to discuss the situation.

Also on today's show: Former Lebanese Deputy Prime Minister Ghassan Hasbani; former Atlanta Mayor Keisha Lance Bottoms

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Confronting Divisions: The Pope, Trump, and Global Tensions

Sat, 18 Apr 2026 16:55:00 -0000

From the moral implications of war to the surprising recruitment tactics in Russia, this episode is packed with compelling conversations and bold revelations. Tune in for an in-depth analysis of today's pressing issues!

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General McChrystal on Middle East Situation

Fri, 17 Apr 2026 18:45:00 -0000

From the very start of his war with Iran, Donald Trump never laid out a coherent exit strategy. The regional implications have been massive: a complete upheaval all over the Middle East with Gulf allies of the US dragged into a war they wanted no part in. Retired four-star General Stanley McChrystal led US and NATO forces in Afghanistan, and before that, as Special Forces Commander in Iraq he led the mission to kill Al-Qaeda leader Abu Musab Al-Zaraqawi. McChrystal joins Christiane from Washington.

Also on today's show: Palestinian Aziz Abu Sarah & Israeli Maoz Inon on their new book, "The Future is Peace"; author Michael Pollan on his new book, "A World Appears: A Journey into Consciousness"

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Archbishop of Chicago Cardinal Blase Cupich

Thu, 16 Apr 2026 19:16:00 -0000

The public dispute between Donald Trump and Pope Leo continues. For perspective on this unexpected development, we turn today to one of America's most influential cardinals -- and the pope's staunch ally -Archbishop of Chicago Blase Cupich.

Also on today's show: author Nicholas Enrich ("Into the Woodchipper"); journalist/author Joanne Lipman ("That's What She Said"); Ukrainian journalist Alyona Synenko

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Marjorie Taylor Greene Speaks Out

Wed, 15 Apr 2026 20:03:00 -0000

The world energy supply continues to be choked by both Iran and America's blockades on the Strait of Hormuz. Americans are feeling the economic pinch, and the polls are looking less favorable for President Trump. What's more, this war is draining support from his MAGA base. One of the most vocal in her disappointment is former Congresswoman Marjorie Taylor Greene. She is now calling for the president's removal and joins the show from Georgia.

Also on today's show: Muhammad Saeed, Fmr. Chief of General Staff, Pakistani Army; Daniel Yergin, Vice Chairman, S&P Global

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Health Care Workers Under Siege

Tue, 14 Apr 2026 18:50:00 -0000

Israel and Lebanon are meeting in Washington in their highest-level direct talks in more than 40 years. But the gaps of disagreement are wide, and any progress could be dashed by the Iran-backed militia Hezbollah, which says it won't abide by any agreement in the meeting. For the Lebanese people grappling with loss and displacement, there's little hope negotiations will herald change. Health care workers have also been victims in this war - since early March, dozens of medics have been killed in Israeli strikes. MSF volunteers have been working across three major hospitals in Lebanon, and their emergency coordinator Christopher Stokes joins the show from Beirut.

Also on today's show: Haaretz military analyst Amos Harel; Sudanese entrepreneur and philanthropist Mo Ibrahim; actor Andrew McCarthy

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Will Trump's Blockade Work?

Mon, 13 Apr 2026 19:07:00 -0000

Putting the blame on failed peace talks squarely on Iran, President Trump ordered the US Navy to impose a blockade on Iranian ports, threatening to sink any Iranian ships that come near them. This move is intended to deal a devastating blow to Iran's already frail economy, but the country's top negotiator shrugged it off and warned American consumers they'd soon be "nostalgic" for lower gas prices. Joining the show to discuss all this is Danny Citrinowicz, a Senior Fellow at the Institute for National Security Studies and former head of the Iran branch of Israeli military intelligence.

Also on today's show: Former US House Republican Adam Kinzinger; Former US Ambassador to Hungary David Pressman; author A. Mechele Dickerson

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A shaky Ceasefire Holds, but What’s Next for Iran?

Sat, 11 Apr 2026 17:02:00 -0000

A measured sigh of relief spread across the world this week after a ceasefire was announced in the U.S.-Israeli war with Iran. Still, the prospect of a sustained peace feels elusive. Christiane gets the view from a close European neighbour, Greece, with Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis. Then, as Iran and the U.S. prepare for negotiations in Pakistan, is America's strategy in the war working? Christiane hears from Iran experts Ray Takeyh and Suzanne Maloney. Plus, Professor of Global Studies at the University of Tehran Sasan Karimi give Christiane the view from inside Iran. Then, a portrait of American injustice takes center stage in Broadway with "The Fear of 13", dramatizing the life of Nick Yarris who served two decades in prison for a crime he did not commit. Christiane speaks to lead actor Adrien Brody and playwright Lindsey Ferrentino. Plus, as the U.S. embargo on Cuba grinds life in the island to a halt, Christiane's 1998 report from Havana on how decades of sanctions have impacted the most vulnerable there. And finally, as the Artemis II crew make their way back to Earth, a look back at Christiane's conversation with astronaut Michael Collins on his own journey to the moon.
Air date: April 11, 2026
Guests:
Kyriakos Mitsotakis
Suzanne Maloney & Ray Takeyh
Sasan Karimi
Adrien Brody & Lindsey Ferrentino

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Will Israel's Bombing of Lebanon Stymie Peace Talks?

Fri, 10 Apr 2026 17:42:00 -0000

After an eleventh hour move by the US and Iran to secure a two-week ceasefire, Israel unleashed a heavy bombing raid on Lebanon. After five weeks of deadly war, are the US and Iran effectively back to square one? Historian Peter Frankopan joins the show to discuss.

Also on today's show: Bryan Stevenson, Founder & Executive Director, Equal Justice Initiative; Michael Collins, Apollo 11 Astronaut (from the archive)

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Israel's Bombardment of Lebanon Continues

Thu, 09 Apr 2026 19:03:00 -0000

A shaky ceasefire between the US and Iran holds for now, but in Lebanon the scene is dire after Israel unleashed the most deadly strikes of the war. More than a thousand people were killed and wounded in just a single day. Correspondent Nada Bashir joins the show from Beirut.

Also on today's show: Jason Rezaian, Global Opinions Writer, Washington Post; Yuli Novak, Executive Director, B'Tselem & Suhad Bishara, Legal Director, Adalah

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View From Tehran

Wed, 08 Apr 2026 19:03:00 -0000

A two-week ceasefire has been announced between the US and Iran. Sasan Karimi is a Professor of Global Studies at Tehran University and previously served as Vice President for Strategic Affairs. He joins the show to give us an inside view from Tehran.

Also on today’s show: Greek PM Kyriakos Mitsotakis; foreign policy experts Suzanne Maloney & Ray Takeyh; IRC CEO David Miliband

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Trump’s Iran Deadline Nears

Tue, 07 Apr 2026 18:44:00 -0000

The US has begun attacking military targets on Kharg Island, from which almost all of Iran’s oil is exported. It comes as President Trump's deadline for Iran to reopen the Strait of Hormuz is fast approaching. If Tehran does not back down, Trump says the US will unleash a wave of strikes on Iran's power plants and bridges. To take stock of where we're at ahead of Trump's self-imposed 8pm ET deadline, Executive Director of the Soufan Group Colin Clarke and retired US Army Lieutenant General Mark Hertling join the show.

Also on today’s show: CNN Correspondent Melissa Bell; Atlantic staff writer Anne Applebaum; Tristan Harris, Co-founder of the Center for Humane Technology

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A War With No Exit Strategy?

Sat, 04 Apr 2026 17:06:00 -0000

Five weeks into the U.S.-Israel war with Iran, U.S. President Donald Trump's first address to the nation left lots of questioned unanswered, including how the U.S. plans to end the conflict. Retired Admiral John Kirby held top communications roles at the Pentagon, National SecurityCouncil and White House and he joins the show to discuss where the war goes next. Meantime, Russia's war on Ukraine grinds on, amid mounting fears that weapons Ukraine badly needs are being diverted to the Middle East. Former Ukrainian Foreign Minister Dmytro Kuleba speaks to Christiane about the impact of that, and of President Trump's falling out with NATO powers. Then, the energy crisis in Cuba is growing more severe with every passing day, as the country struggles under the Trump administration's oil blockade. CNN's Patrick Oppmann speaks exclusively with the grandson of the late Cuban dictator Fidel Castro, who believes Havana needs to make a deal with Trump. Plus, Christiane's conversation with former White House Iran aide Gary Sick, who served in the U.S. National Security Council under Presidents Ford, Carter and Reagan. He tells Christiane why he sees Trump as a deal maker, not a history maker. And from the archive, a look back at the long fight for change in Iran. An excerpt from Christiane’s report from Tehran in 2000, when the reform phase was at its height. And finally, a sneak peek at Christiane's conversation with award-winning actor Adrien Brody. He joins Christiane alongside playwright Lindsey Ferrentino to discuss their new Broadway play "The Fear of 13."

Air date: April 04, 2026

Guests:

John Kirby

Dmytro Kuleba

Gary Sick

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Former NSA Official Gary Sick on Iran War

Fri, 03 Apr 2026 19:21:00 -0000

For our first story today, Christiane speaks to former presidential advisor Gary Sick for a historical perspective on the hostilities between the US and Iran and where he sees this current conflict heading.

Also on today's show: Actor Adrien Brody and playwright Lindsey Florentino discuss "The Fear of 13"; Atlantic staff writer McKay Coppins on his story, "Sucker: My Year as a Degenerate Gambler"

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Trump to Send Iran ‘Back to the Stone Ages’

Thu, 02 Apr 2026 19:01:00 -0000

“We're going to hit them extremely hard over the next two to three weeks. We're going to bring them back to the Stone Ages where they belong.” That quote is courtesy of Donald Trump, who shared it during last night’s national address on the war against Iran. Oil traders were clearly hoping for a plan for reopening the Strait of Hormuz. They didn't get one. John Kirby is a former US Navy Rear Admiral and has served as Pentagon spokesperson, State Department spokesperson and National Security Communications Advisor. He joins the show from Chicago.

Also on today’s show: Vali Nasr, Former U.S. State Department Adviser; Edward Wong, Diplomatic Correspondent, New York Times

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Deciphering Trump on War, NATO

Wed, 01 Apr 2026 21:53:00 -0000

President Donald Trump says the Iranian president is asking for a ceasefire and he claims the nuclear threat from Iran has been dealt with. He is also telling allies its up to them to reopen the Strait of Hormuz and he suggested to a British newspaper that he is considering leaving NATO. Former State Department official Jon Alterman joins the show from DC to discuss what happens next.

Also on today's show: Dmytro Kuleba, Former Ukrainian Foreign Minister; Brian Goldstone, Author, "There Is No Place For Us"; Hoda Sobhani, Director, "That Night"

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Former US Ambassador to NATO Julianne Smith

Tue, 31 Mar 2026 19:14:00 -0000

European countries struggling with the energy crisis caused by the US-Israeli war against Iran are getting zero sympathy from Donald Trump. This morning, the US president vented his frustration, posting on Truth Social, "You’ll have to start learning how to fight for yourself, the U.S.A. won’t be there to help you anymore, just like you weren’t there for us." Julianne Smith, who served as Ambassador to NATO under President Biden, joins Bianna to discuss.

Also on today’s show: Lynn Harfoush, Executive Committee member, Lebanese National Bloc; Nicholas Lemann, Author, “Returning”

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Former US Defense Expert on Iran War

Mon, 30 Mar 2026 21:21:00 -0000

More mixed messages on the Iran war, as President Trump hints at diplomatic progress, while thousands of US troops gather in the region. Trump claims Iran agreed to "most of" America's 15-point plan to end the war; Iran contradicts him, saying the plan contains "excessive" and "unreasonable" demands. So, is continued escalation inevitable? Or could there be a negotiated settlement? Former Defense Secretary Leon Panetta joins to discuss.

Also on today's show: Jon Lee Anderson, staff writer, The New Yorker; Susan MacManus, Professor Emerita, University of South Florida

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War on Iran: Negotiate or Escalate?

Sat, 28 Mar 2026 23:09:00 -0000

One month into America and Israel’s war on Iran, the global economic fallout is deepening with civilians killed, displaced, and caught in the crossfire. Christiane speaks with U.N. relief chief Tom Fletcher about the human toll of the conflict and what help is reaching those most in need. Then, transatlantic fractures emerge as Europe pushes back against President Trump’s war. What are the consequences for the alliance? Christiane asks Norway’s Foreign Minister Espen Barth Eide. And Asia bearing the brunt, as the energy crisis hits poorer countries hardest. Christiane speaks with Philippine Foreign Secretary Ma. Theresa P. Lazaro about declaring an energy emergency and how the country is managing soaring prices and dwindling supply. Plus, is this the moment to accelerate the shift to renewable energy? Renowned environmentalist Bill McKibben makes his case. And from the archives, how Iran’s Islamic Revolution used education as a tool of indoctrination from the very start.

Air date: March 28, 2026

Guests:

UN Under-Secretary-General for Humanitarian Affairs, Tom Fletcher

Norway Foreign Minister, Espen Barth Eide

Philippine Foreign Secretary, Ma. Theresa P. Lazaro

Environmentalist and author, Bill McKibben

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Iran War Exacerbates Energy Crisis

Fri, 27 Mar 2026 19:24:00 -0000

As the Iran war triggers a global energy crisis, the climate consequences are already mounting. The International Energy Agency warns this crisis could surpass the oil shocks of the 1970s. Yet, even as some countries accelerate the shift to renewables, the Trump administration is doubling down on fossil fuels, scrapping wind projects and expanding drilling. Bill McKibben is a leading environmentalist who argues this war underscores the urgent need to transition away from oil, and he joins the program from Vermont.

Also on today's show: Hamidreza Mohammadi, brother of imprisoned Nobel Peace Prize laureate Narges Mohammadi; cultural critic Chuck Klosterman, author of "Football"

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Energy Emergency Hits Philippines

Thu, 26 Mar 2026 20:45:00 -0000

The economic fallout of the war with Iran is hitting countries all around the world. This week, the Philippines became the first country to declare a state of national energy emergency, and a Filipino refinery received a shipment of Russian oil today after the US waived sanctions allowing purchase of crude. Maria Theresa Lazaro is the Philippine Secretary of Foreign Affairs, and she joined the show from Manila.

Also on today's show: Tom Fletcher, UN Under-Secretary-General for Humanitarian Affairs; US House Democrat Yassamin Ansari; author Kim Ghattas

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Norwegian Foreign Minister Espen Barth Eide

Wed, 25 Mar 2026 20:13:00 -0000

Donald Trump took the United States to war, and now he's trying to find a way out of it. That leaves Europe in a quandary, wanting to support its most powerful ally while keeping out of a war they reject. While NATO's secretary general says Trump is acting to keep the world safe, Spain's prime minister is speaking out loudly against the war, and Germany and Norway also have grave concerns. Norwegian Foreign Minister Espen Barth Eide joins from Oslo.

Also on today's show: Husam Zomlot, Palestinian Ambassador to the UK; Robert Pape, Political Science Professor, University of Chicago

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When Will Global Oil Prices Stabilize?

Tue, 24 Mar 2026 18:48:00 -0000

While President Trump says he is "in the throes of a real possibility of making a deal" with Iran, leading indicators point to more war. Meanwhile, global oil prices are back above $100 a barrel, as the market sees no quick end to the conflict. Mehran Kamrava, Professor of Government at Georgetown University in Qatar, and Karen Young, senior research scholar at the Centre of Global Energy at Columbia, join the show to discuss.

Also on today's show: Mark Entwistle, Former Canadian Ambassador to Cuba; Jason Furman, Former Chairman, White House Council of Economic Advisers

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Iran Denies Talking with Trump

Mon, 23 Mar 2026 18:26:00 -0000

President Trump has posted that the US and Iran have had talks regarding a "complete and total resolution of our hostilities in the Middle East" and is postponing military action against Iran's energy facilities for the next five days. Tehran denies any dialogue with Washington, dismissing Trump's claims as an attempt to lower energy prices. Marc Short served as Director of Legislative Affairs at the White House during Trump's first term and he joins the show to make sense of the US strategy in this war.

Also on today's show: Wolfgang Ischinger, Former German Ambassador to the US / Chairman, Munich Security Conference; Keeanga-Yamahtta Taylor, Author & Professor, Princeton University

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THE IRAN WAR ESCALATES

Sat, 21 Mar 2026 17:56:00 -0000

As the war rages on, the question is - what does victory look like for everyone involved? We begin with the Iranian view with former nuclear negotiator and diplomat Seyed Hossein Mousavian. Then, from the U.S., the Pentagon senior advisor turned whistleblower who is warning of a dangerous disregard for civilian casualties in Iran. Correspondent Jomana Karadsheh then takes us to the people on the ground, to hear from the Iranians caught between foreign bombs and a repressive regime. Then, Christiane speaks to former Israeli Prime Minister Naftali Bennett about Israel's endgame in a war boosting Benjamin Netanyahu's popularity. From the archives, recalling the time Saddam Hussein miscalculated Iran's reaction to invasion and how the war forged the strategic mindset of the Islamic Republic. And finally, Iranians around the world mark Nowruz as war casts a dark shadow over celebrations.

Air date: March 21, 2026

Guests:

Seyed Hossein Mousavian

Wes Bryant

Naftali Bennett

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Trump's Request for Help Falls on Deaf Ears

Fri, 20 Mar 2026 18:52:00 -0000

"Not our war" is the message from America's top allies this week, after President Trump asked them to help secure the Strait of Hormuz. Many NATO allies view his war on Iran as illegal, and, coming from a President who just two months ago was threatening Greenland, the request fell on deaf ears. Meanwhile, America's enemies may see a the situation as an opportunity. As US Ambassador to China, Nicholas Burns witnessed Beijing's push for power up close, and he understands the complexity of America's diplomatic relations all too well. He was also US Ambassador to NATO, and he joined Christiane in London.

Also on today's show: former Pentagon analyst Wes J. Bryant; Michael Lynton & Joshua Steiner, authors of "From Mistakes to Meaning"

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Former US Defense Secretary Chuck Hagel

Thu, 19 Mar 2026 20:04:00 -0000

Arab and Islamic states are calling on Iran to cease attacks, while affirming their right to defend themselves under international law. This comes as the war in the Middle East becomes a war on energy, precipitated by Israel's attack on Iran's South Pars gas field on Wednesday, which is a crucial supply for the country. Oman's Foreign Minister, who brokered the recent nuclear talks, called this an "unlawful war" and the Trump administration's "greatest miscalculation," while US Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth says they're "on plan." Chuck Hagel was a Republican senator who served as US Defense Secretary under President Obama, and is also a decorated army veteran who fought in the Vietnam War. He joins the show from Washington.

Also on today's show: Ali Vaez, Iran Project Director, International Crisis Group; Sam Adler-Bell, Contributor, New York Magazine

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Former Israeli PM Naftali Bennett

Wed, 18 Mar 2026 19:17:00 -0000

Iran has vowed revenge for the killing of top security official Ali Larijani, who was taken out in an Israeli airstrike. Tehran has been ramping up attacks on Israel, with two pensioners killed in strikes on central Israel and almost 200 people hospitalized in 24 hours. Naftali Bennett served as Israel's Prime Minister until 2022 and joins the show to discuss what Israel's long term goal is.

Also on today’s show: Seyed Hossein Mousavian, Former Iranian diplomat/ Former Iranian nuclear negotiator; Edward Fishman, Author, “Chokepoints: American Power in the Age of Economic Warfare”

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Growing Uncertainty Over Iran's Future

Tue, 17 Mar 2026 20:27:00 -0000

Iran's top security official has been "eliminated." That's according to Israel’s defense minister, who says Ali Larijani was killed in a targeted IDF strike. Larijani was one of Iran’s top decision makers, some calling him the de facto leader since the assassination of his former boss, Ayatollah Ali Khamenei. Larijani’s killing, if confirmed, plunges the nation, and its future, into even more uncertainty. Correspondent Jomana Karadsheh reports on the people caught between foreign bombs and a repressive regime.

Also on today's show: Karim Sadjadpour, Senior Fellow, Carnegie Endowment for International Peace; former Afghan lawmaker Fawzia Koofi; Heidy Khlaaf, Chief AI Scientist, AI Now Institute

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US Allies Reject Trump's Call for Help

Mon, 16 Mar 2026 19:33:00 -0000

A growing energy crisis is sending oil prices soaring around the world. President Trump has been calling on US allies to assist in unblocking the Strait of Hormuz, but no countries have agreed to help. To assess the NATO response and the prospects of a military solution to unblocking the Strait, former Deputy Supreme Allied Commander Europe, Richard Shirreff, joins the show.

Also on today's show: Mohamed El-Erian, Chief Economic Adviser, Allianz / Professor at the Wharton School, University of Pennsylvania; Andriy Zagorodnyuk, Former Ukrainian Defense Minister; Kenneth Vogel, Reporter, The New York Times

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What is Trump's End Game for Iran?

Sat, 14 Mar 2026 16:38:00 -0000

Starting a war is easier than ending it, as they say, so two weeks after the US and Israel struck Iran, what is the exit strategy? Christiane Amanpour asks Elliott Abrams, Trump's former special representative for Iran. And as the war spills across the Middle East, Lebanon's Justice Minister Adel Nassar joins the program on his difficult mission to rein in the powerful militia group Hezbollah. Then, a report on the Iranian cluster missile attacks that are shaking Israelis. Plus, a look at the inner workings of the Iranian regime with experts Maryam Alemzadeh and Mostafa Daneshgar. And from the archives, we bring you exclusive footage acquired by CNN in the 1980s, and the story of a 17-year-old boy recruited by Iran's paramilitary group the Basij to act as a human minesweeper.

Air date: March 14, 2026

Guests:

Elliott Abrams

Adel NassarMaryam Alemzadeh & Mostafa Daneshgar

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Former Trump Special Rep. to Iran Elliott Abrams

Fri, 13 Mar 2026 18:40:00 -0000

The war in the Middle East is about to enter its third week with the US and Israel continuing major airstrikes across Iran, Tehran retaliating with asymmetric warfare, and a major situation developing in the Strait of Hormuz. Elliott Abrams was President Trump's point person on Iran during his first term, and he joins the show from Washington DC.

Also on today's show: author Reza Aslan, “An American Martyr in Persia”; Atlantic staff writer Caitlin Dickerson

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Iran Vows Revenge, Retribution

Thu, 12 Mar 2026 21:53:00 -0000

In a statement attributed to him and read by Iranian state TV, Iran's new supreme leader vows revenge, and pledges retribution for the death of his family. He also said the Strait of Hormuz will remain closed, and called for US bases in the Middle East to be shuttered. Iran is escalating its attacks on global energy supplies and its Gulf neighbors, while President Trump is insisting the US has already won the war. New York Times Magazine staff writer Ronen Bergman joins the show to try and make sense of all this.

Also on today's show: Jeffrey DeLaurentis, former acting US ambassador to Cuba; former Golman Sachs Chairman/CEO Lloyd Blankfein

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Lebanese Justice Minister Adel Nassar

Wed, 11 Mar 2026 19:48:00 -0000

The US-Israel war on Iran is expanding, and regional leaders and aid agencies are warning that a humanitarian disaster is looming. In Lebanon, Israel is pounding southern Beirut, going after what it is describing as Hezbollah targets. It's a resounding message from Iran that, in this asymmetrical war, attacks will not go unanswered. Adel Nassar is Lebanon's justice minister and he joins the show from Beirut.

Also on today's show: Mostafa Daneshgar, Iranian political analyst & Maryam Alemzadeh, associate professor in history & politics of Iran university of Oxford; Vivian Salama, staff writer, the Atlantic

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Special Report: On the Ground in Iran

Tue, 10 Mar 2026 20:04:00 -0000

It is day 11 of the US-Israeli war with Iran and there is still no clear off-ramp. President Trump claims it will be over "very soon," but he continues to make contradictory statements. In contrast, Iran is clear on its goals and says it is prepared for a long war. Correspondent Fred Pleitgen has seen first hand the human impact of this war and reports from Tehran amid ongoing strikes.

Also on today’s show: General Joseph Votel, Forner CENTCOM Commander; Lilian Tintori, Venezuelan Human Rights Activist; US Democratic Senator Andy Kim

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Israeli Foreign Minister Gideon Sa'ar

Mon, 09 Mar 2026 20:40:00 -0000

Top Iranian clerics have picked Mojtaba Khamenei as the country's next Supreme Leader. He is the son of slain leader Ayotallah Ali Khameni and is known for sharing his father's hardline stance. It is a choice that both the US and Israel have said they won't accept. Gideon Sa'ar is Israel's Foreign Minister and he joined the show to react.

Also on today's show: CNN's Fred Pleitgen interviews former Iranian Foreign Minister Kamal Kharazi; Jason Furman, Former Chairman of the Council of Economic Advisers; Debbie Wei Mullin, Founder, Copper Cow Coffee & Sarah LaFleur, Founder and CEO, M.M. LaFleur

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Iran War Embroils Region and Beyond

Sat, 07 Mar 2026 18:01:00 -0000

As America and Israel's conflict with Iran spills out into the region and beyond, Christiane gets perspective from around the world with a range of guests. U.S. Democratic Senator, Chris Murphy, who sits on the foreign relations committee is up first with a furious response to the roll out of this war and the lack of clear objectives. Then from inside Iran, Christiane hears from human rights activist Mehdi Mahmoudian, who co-write the Oscar-nominated drama 'It Was Just an Accident' and was until recently, a political prisoner of the regime. And with the Gulf region under fire, Christiane speaks to Saudi Arabia's Prince Turki al-Faisal, the country's former director of intelligence. Plus with America's allies increasingly walking a tightrope, Christiane hears from Britain's former spymaster, John Sawers, after President Trump criticised Prime Minister Starmer's initial response. And, with many Americans hearing echoes of Iraq, a lookback at Christiane's reporting from Baghdad just after the fall of Saddam Hussein.

Air date: March 7, 2026

Guests:

Senator Chris Murphy

Former Saudi Intelligence Chief, Prince Turki al-Faisal

Former MI6 Chief, John Sawers

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CNN Team Reports from Inside Iran

Fri, 06 Mar 2026 20:17:00 -0000

It is day seven of Israel and America's war on Iran, after the heaviest night of bombardment so far. Correspondent Fred Pleitgen and his photojournalist and producer, Claudia Otto, are in Tehran - the first US team in the country since the start of the war. They are operating there only with the permission of the Iranian government. While anti-government protesters are off the streets, trying to avoid retribution, the government is allowing us to see crowds of its supporters.

Also on today's show: Mehdi Mahmoudian, Iranian Human Rights Activist; Dan Shapiro, Former US Deputy Assistant Defense Secretary; David Frum, Staff writer, The Atlantic

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CNN Exclusive: Inside Iran

Thu, 05 Mar 2026 23:39:00 -0000

Today's show begins with a special report from CNN Senior International Correspondent Fred Pleitgen and his team. It's the first time a reporter from a US network has been allowed into the country since the start of the war.

Also on today's show: Admiral Mike Mullen (Ret.), Former Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff; Abbas Milani, Director of Iranian Studies, Stanford University & Scott Anderson, Author, "King of Kings"; Noah Feldman, Professor, Harvard Law School

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US Senate Democrat Chris Murphy on Iran War

Wed, 04 Mar 2026 20:13:00 -0000

Israel is conducting yet another wave of strikes across Iran and Lebanon, while the US says its heaviest attacks are still to come. Five days in, the Trump administration is trying to project a clear and unified message after failing to answer basic questions about its mission. Democratic Senator Chris Murphy is on the Foreign Relations Committee, and he was among a group of senators briefed by Secretary of State Marco Rubio on Tuesday evening. He joined Christiane from Capitol Hill just ahead of the Senate vote on whether to authorize this war.

Also on today's show: Former Saudi intelligence chief Turki al-Faisal; Former MI6 Chief John Sawers

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Former CIA Director Petraeus on Iran War

Tue, 03 Mar 2026 20:36:00 -0000

Israel bombed Iran's Assembly of Experts compound in the holy city of Qom today while its members were voting to elect the country's next supreme leader. In Beirut, the Israeli air force is striking Hezbollah targets as their forces seize ground in Southern Lebanon. And in Saudi Arabia, the US warns there is a threat of imminent attacks, after its embassy was struck by suspected Iranian drones. To discuss all this we turn to former CIA Director David Petraeus.

Also on today's show: Amos Harel, Defense Analyst, Haaretz; Chrystia Freeland, Economic Advisor to President Zelensky / Former Canadian Deputy PM and Foreign Minister

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US-Israel War Spreads

Mon, 02 Mar 2026 20:22:00 -0000

War is spreading across the Middle East, as more countries are feeling the impact of the conflict launched by the US and Israel against Iran. Jon Finer was Deputy National Security Advisor under President Biden and he joins the show to discuss whether there is a path to de-escalation.

Also on today's show: Ellie Geranmayeh, Deputy Director, MENA Program, European Council on Foreign Relations; Col. Cedric Leighton, US Air Force (Retired); NPR political reporter Stephen Fowler

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Taking on the EPA

Fri, 27 Feb 2026 19:00:00 -0000

Environmental and health groups have filed a lawsuit against the Environmental Protection Agency after the Trump administration moved to rescind the "endangerment finding," a 2009 determination that established that greenhouse gases threaten public health and welfare. That simple conclusion became the foundation for nearly ever rule limiting pollution for the last seventeen years. Former Democratic Governor of Washington Jay Inslee, a national leader on climate action, joins the show from Portland, Oregon.

Also on today's show: Famed filmmaker Werner Herzog and conservation biologist Steve Boyes discuss "Ghost Elephants"; former NYT opinion columnist David Brooks

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As US and Iran Talk, Chilling Details Emerge About Regime's Crackdown

Thu, 26 Feb 2026 20:17:00 -0000

Nuclear talks between the US and Iran in Geneva have been "intense" and "serious," according to an Iranian official. The world is still waiting to see if a diplomatic off-ramp can be found, or if the enormous buildup of US military assets in the region will be deployed.

Meanwhile, details are still coming to light about the regime's bloody January crackdown on protesters. Jomana Karadsheh brings you a chilling report, including testimony from victims' families who say they were forced to lie about how their loved ones died.

Also on today' show: AI researcher Nate Soares; director Morgan Neville ("Man on the Run"); professor of dermatology Dr. Jean Tang and EB Research Partnership CEO Michael Hund

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What to Make of Trump's Record-Long SOTU

Wed, 25 Feb 2026 19:55:00 -0000

Donald Trump beat his own record Tuesday night, delivering the longest State of the Union speech in American history. The president boasted about his accomplishments while slamming Democrats for "destroying the country." Virginia Governor Abigail Spanberger gave the rebuttal, focused squarely on what her party considers Trump's weakness right now: kitchen table issues.

Joining the program to discuss is Gregg Nunziata, Executive Director of the Society for the Rule of Law, and Susan Glasser, a longtime journalist and staff writer for the New Yorker.

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Ukraine Marks Four Years of Russia's War

Tue, 24 Feb 2026 19:27:00 -0000

A moment of silence in Kyiv today as Ukrainians mark a grim milestone: four years of war, with hundreds of thousands killed and many more wounded. Now, President Zelensky is doing everything in his power to convince his allies to stick with Ukraine. Journalist Nataliya Gumenyuk joins the show from Kyiv where she's been asking people how they feel about the war, four years on.

Also on today's show: Michael Kofman, Senior Fellow, Carnegie Endowment for International Peace; Craig Renaud, director of the new documentary "Armed Only with a Camera" about his journalist brother's killing in Ukraine; cognitive scientist Maya Shankar, author of "The Other Side of Change"

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Cartel Boss Killing Causes Chaos

Mon, 23 Feb 2026 20:26:00 -0000

Gang members in Mexico are retaliating against the killing of most-wanted cartel boss "El Mencho," torching buses and businesses, clashing with security forces, and setting hundreds of blockades across 20 Mexican states. Mexico's President Claudia Sheinbaum told the country this morning that peace and security is "being maintained" and stressed the key role Mexico's military played in the operation. Mexican scholar Viri Rios joins the show from Mexico City.

Also on today's show: CNN International Correspondent Max Foster; Yale Law School professor Natasha Sarin; Johns Hopkins professor Vali Nasr; legendary musician Wynton Marsalis

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Global Unrest: From Peace Dilemmas to Royal Scandals

Sat, 21 Feb 2026 19:27:00 -0000

Dive into powerful stories this week, from Cardinal Tobin’s stance on immigration to the groundbreaking arrest of ex-Prince Andrew. Plus, don’t miss our segment from the past on Ukraine’s drone innovation!

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Russia's War in Ukraine, Four Years Later

Fri, 20 Feb 2026 21:38:00 -0000

Next week, Ukraine will mark a violent anniversary: four years since Russia’s full-scale invasion. The war has already reshaped Europe’s security order, strained Western unity, and tested the limits of diplomacy. It’s a conflict that historian Serhii Plokhy explores in his new book "David and Goliath: Commentaries on the Russo-Ukrainian War." He joins the show to discuss.

Also on today's show: actors Billy Crudup and Denise Gough; author Emily Galvin

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Royal Earthquake!

Thu, 19 Feb 2026 21:09:00 -0000

For the first time since King Charles I in 1647, a senior British royal has been arrested. Today, police took Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor, the former Prince Andrew, into custody on suspicion of misconduct in public office. Andrew's fall from grace began in 2019, when journalist Emily Maitlis sat down with him inside Buckingham Palace for a notorious, hour-long interview about his relationship with Epstein. Mattis joins Christiane in London to discuss this latest development.

Also on today's show: Rafael Grossi, Director General, International Atomic Energy Agency; Cardinal Joseph W. Tobin, Archbishop of Newark, New Jersey; journalist/biographer A'Lelia Bundles

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UN High Commissioner for Refugees Barham Salih

Wed, 18 Feb 2026 22:13:00 -0000

US-mediated peace talks between Russia and Ukraine wrapped up in Geneva today after just about two hours. Both sides say there is progress. Still, Moscow launched a wave of aerial attacks just hours before this round of talks began. Barham Salih has just been appointed the United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees, having previously served as president of Iraq. He joins from Ukraine.

Also on today's show: Joachim Trier, Director & Co-writer, “Sentimental Value”; CNN Chief Medical Correspondent Dr. Sanjay Gupta; author Jon Meacham

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Former US Deputy Secretary of State Wendy Sherman

Tue, 17 Feb 2026 20:17:00 -0000

It's a day of dual diplomacy in the Geneva area, as President Trump's special envoy Steve Witkoff and his son-in-law Jared Kushner attempt to negotiate with Iran to avert a wider war. Also on the agenda, attempting to end Russia’s war on Ukraine as it approaches its fifth year. Wendy Sherman is a former US Deputy Secretary Of State, who negotiated the 2015 nuclear deal with Iran. She joins to discuss these two critical negotiations.

Also on today's show: European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen & British Prime Minister Keir Starmer; David Holland, Professor, Atmosphere/Ocean Science, New York University

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Christiane Interviews Leaders of Ukraine, NATO and European Parliament

Mon, 16 Feb 2026 19:43:00 -0000

It's been almost four years since Russia's brutal full-scale invasion of Ukraine began. Now, Ukrainian negotiators are headed to Geneva to meet with Russia and the United States for the next round of talks, hoping to hammer out a ceasefire agreement. In Munich, Christiane sat down with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky, alongside NATO's Secretary General Mark Rutte, European Parliament President Roberta Metsola, and US Republican Senator Roger Wicker.

Also on today's show: Jesús Armas, Freed Venezuelan opposition activist; Margaret Hany, Professor of Neurobiology, Columbia University Medical Center

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Transatlantic Turning Points: A Report from the Munich Security Conference

Sat, 14 Feb 2026 19:10:00 -0000

A transatlantic turning point from the Munich Security Conference! Dive deep into the future of Iran, as we sit down with key leaders and voices from across the globe. Don't miss our in-depth analysis and conversations.

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'Nation of Strangers'

Fri, 13 Feb 2026 20:52:00 -0000

According to the latest annual report by Human Rights Watch, President Donald Trump is pushing America towards authoritarian rule. It says nearly three-quarters of the global population now live under autocratic rulers - putting democracy at its lowest point in forty years. It's a bleak reality that our first guest saw coming. Writer and activist Ece Temelkuran left Turkey ten years ago after learning she might be arrested for criticizing President Erdogan. Temelkuran joins the show to discuss her new book, "Nation of Strangers."

Also on today's show: Sheikha Al Mayassa bint Hamad bin Khalifa Al Thani, Chairperson, Qatar Museums and Doha Film Institute; Tig Notaro, co-producer of “Come See Me in the Good Light," joined by the subject of the documentary, poet Megan Falley

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Trump's 'Wrecking-Ball Politics'

Thu, 12 Feb 2026 19:53:00 -0000

Eighty years of peaceful world order are under unprecedented harm, thanks to the "wrecking-ball politics" led by US President Donald Trump. That's the assessment of European security experts who are getting set to host world leaders and diplomats at the pivotal Munich Security Conference starting tomorrow. Robert Kagan is a traditional conservative foreign policy scholar, he calls himself a "former Republican" and his latest piece for the Atlantic is about America and the world. He joins the show from Washington.

Also on today's show: actor Delroy Lindo; author Chris Jennings

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Nobel Laureate Assaulted in Iranian Prison

Wed, 11 Feb 2026 20:17:00 -0000

47 years ago today, Iran was declared an Islamic republic, after a year-long revolution that toppled a Shah and sent shockwaves throughout the world. And this anniversary sees the regime in its fiercest fight for survival yet. Last month, hundreds of thousands of Iranians rose up in protest, demanding change, before authorities brutally cracked down. The government itself admits to more than 3,000 deaths, but the real number could be in the tens of thousands, according to human rights groups. The violence and intimidation continue even in prison. Detained Nobel Peace Prize winner Narges Mohammadi has been viciously assaulted, according to the Nobel Committee, whose leader Jørgen Frydnes joins from Oslo.

Also on today's show: Former Danish Prime Minister Anders Fogh Rasmussen; Sara Khaki & Mohammadreza Eyni, co-directors of Oscar-nominated Iranian documentary "Cutting Through Rocks"; Scott Galloway, professor at the NYU Stern School of Business

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The View from Inside Iran

Tue, 10 Feb 2026 19:21:00 -0000

Amidst tension in the Middle East, nuclear diplomacy progresses. Inside Iran, it's now more than a month since the brutal crackdown on political dissent began. Hadi Ghaemi Is Executive Director of the Center for Human Rights in Iran, researching and documenting rights violations there. He joins the show to discuss.

Also on today's show: NPR Correspondent Brian Mann from the Olympics; Rappler CEO and Nobel Peace Prize laureated Maria Ressa

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Hong Kong Activist Receives 20-Year Sentence

Mon, 09 Feb 2026 20:27:00 -0000

The children of Hong Kong democracy activist Jimmy Lai are speaking out after their 78-year old father was sentenced to 20 years in jail for violating national security laws. Lai, who is a British citizen, denies all charges, saying he's a political prisoner, the target of persecution from Beijing. Correspondent Kristie Lu Stout reports from Hong Kong.

Also on today's show: Rush Doshi, Senior Fellow, Council on Foreign Relations; Tom Tugendhat, British Conservative MP; Dara Massicot, senior fellow in the Russia and Eurasia Program, Carnegie Endowment for International Peace; Former US National Security Adviser Jake Sullivan

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Top Cuban Official Reacts to US Pressure in Rare Interview

Sat, 07 Feb 2026 17:27:00 -0000

The United States is intensifying its focus on Cuba, after removing its ally Nicolas Maduro from Venezuela. Can Havana withstand the pressure? Bianna Golodryga speaks to Cuba's deputy Foreign Minister Carlos Fernandez de Cossio in a rare interview from Havana. And, the Brazilian film dazzling critics: "The Secret Agent." Oscar-nominated Wagner Moura and director Kleber Mendonca Filho join the program from New York. Then, a troubling report on the African men Russia is funneling to the frontlines in Ukraine. Plus, "Mr. Nobody Against Putin"...the Oscar-nominated documentary about a Russian teacher who caught on video the Kremlin propaganda aimed at children. And from the archives, Christiane's 1988 trip to meet the singers vying to perform at the Calgary Opening Ceremonies.

Air date: February 7, 2026

Guests:

Carlos Fernández de Cossío

David Borenstein

Wagner Moura & Kleber Mendonça Filho

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Crisis in Sudan

Fri, 06 Feb 2026 20:33:00 -0000

Conflict is raging in more than 30 countries around the world, according to the Institute for Economics and Peace. Each conflict is creating a dire humanitarian situation for innocent civilians, but many aid organizations now call Sudan the world's worst humanitarian crisis. Volker Türk is the UN's High Commissioner for Human Rights. He just visited Sudan and joined the show to tell us what he saw there.

Also on today's show: Director/writer Kleber Mendonça Filho and actor Wagner Moura, "The Secret Agent"; Jodi Kantor, Investigative Reporter, The New York Times

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Cuba is Running Out of Oil

Wed, 04 Feb 2026 20:27:00 -0000

Cuba only has only 15-20 days of oil left, according to the Financial Times. With the US blocking deliveries from Venezuela, the Trump Administration is choking off the Cuban economy one gas tank at a time. Could talks with Washington give Cuba an off-ramp? Carlos Fernandez de Cossio is Cuba’s deputy foreign minister and top diplomat for US affairs. He says Havana is, even now, exchanging messages with Washington, and is ready for "meaningful dialog."

Also on today's show: Amos Harel, Defense Analyst, Haaretz; Kay Bailey Hutchison, Former US Ambassador to NATO

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US-Russia Nuke Pact to Expire

Tue, 03 Feb 2026 20:07:00 -0000

While the world focuses on diplomatic efforts in Russia's war against Ukraine, "New START," the only remaining nuclear arms control agreement between the United States and Russia, expires this Thursday. Rose Gottemoeller, former deputy Secretary General of NATO, was America's chief negotiator on "New START." She joins the show from Capitol Hill, where she was briefing US senators on the agreement.

Also on today's show: Julie K. Brown, author, "Perversion of Justice: The Jeffrey Epstein Story"; Elliot Williams, former federal prosecutor, author of "Five Bullets"

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What Will US Do With Iran?

Mon, 02 Feb 2026 20:30:00 -0000

Will the US strike Iran or make a deal? That is the key question as the US continues to build up its military presence in the region. Meanwhile, the brutal crackdown that killed thousands of protestors last month appears to be almost forgotten. Abbas Milani is an Iranian-American historian and author of a landmark biography of the former Shah. He joins the show to discuss this all.

Also on today's show: Michael J. Bustamante, Chair, Cuban Studies, University of Miami; Charles Duhigg, Writer, The New Yorker

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Are America’s allies losing faith in Washington?

Sat, 31 Jan 2026 18:56:00 -0000

Are America’s closest allies getting cold feet about a friendship that’s lasted since World War II? Christiane speaks to Michael Ignatieff, former leader of Canada’s Liberal Party, about growing unease with Washington. Then, a true story of heroism and disaster on the edge of space. Forty years after the U.S. space shuttle Challenger exploded, shocking America and the world, best-selling author Adam Higginbotham speaks about his minute-by-minute account of the tragedy and the decisions that led to catastrophe. Plus, hopes of progress in Gaza, but in the occupied West Bank, Israeli settler violence continues to devastate Palestinian villages. Jeremy Diamond reports. Also ahead, Christiane’s conversation with a Holocaust survivor and legal titan. At 95 years old, Judge Theodor Meron reflects on a lifetime devoted to pursuing justice and accountability. And as the world marks Holocaust Remembrance Day this week, from Christiane’s archive: how the Nazis’ slaughter of six million Jews shocked the international community into outlawing genocide.

Air date: January 31, 2026

Guests:

Michael Ignatieff

Adam Higginbotham

Judge Theodor Meron

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Beijing Presses Its Advantage

Fri, 30 Jan 2026 20:49:00 -0000

As global power dynamics tilt eastward, Beijing is pressing its advantage, economically, diplomatically, and strategically, just as US foreign policy enters a period of upheaval. Elizabeth Economy, a former senior China adviser in the Biden administration and author of The World According to China, joins Bianna to unpack what she sees as Beijing’s strategy to dominate the next frontiers of power, and what it means for the future of the global order.

Also on today's show: Adam Higginbotham, Author, “Challenger”; Rebecca Newberger Goldstein, Author, "The Mattering Instinct"

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Trump's Iran Options

Thu, 29 Jan 2026 21:11:00 -0000

President Trump has sent a clear message to Iran: Agree to a deal that results in "no nuclear weapons," or America will take military action. In response, Iran says its armed forces ready "with their fingers on the trigger." Vice Admiral Kevin Donegan is a veteran military planner who served as a Director of Operations for US Central Command, which includes the Middle East. He joins the show to breakdown the options on Trump's table.

Also on today's show: Karim Sadjadpour, Senior Fellow, Carnegie Endowment for International Peace; David Borenstein, Co-director, Mr Nobody Against Putin; Stephen Vladeck, Professor of Law, Georgetown University

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The State of Minnesota

Wed, 28 Jan 2026 05:00:00 -0000

The whole world is watching what is happening in Minnesota, the state at the center of President Donald Trump's immigration crackdown. Minneapolis Mayor Jacob Frey says local police won't enforce federal immigration policy. Some Republicans are now speaking out after the killing of ICU nurse Alex Pretti, with Senator Thom Tillis railing against both Homeland Security Chief Kristi Noem and top White House adviser Stephen Miller. Trump responded by calling Tillis a "loser" and a frequent target of Trump, Congresswoman Ilhan Omar, was attacked last night in Minneapolis. A man ran at Omar spraying an unknown substance, before he was tackled and taken away. To discuss this all, reporter Kevin Liptak joins the show.

Also on today's show: Brian A. Nichols, Former Assistant Secretary of State for Western Hemisphere Affairs; Milo Rau, Director and playwright, Hate Radio; Joseph Cox, Reporter and Co-Founder, 404 Media

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Former Canadian Opposition Leader Michael Ignatieff

Tue, 27 Jan 2026 23:04:00 -0000

A spate of new trade agreements shows how America’s global partners are hedging their bets against Trump's volatile tariff policy. Canada's Prime Minister Mark Carney saw all this coming. Speaking in Davos, he called for 'middle powers' to prepare for the end of the rules-based international order, warning, "if we're not at the table, we're on the menu." Historian Michael Ignatieff, who preceded Carney as head of Canada's Liberal Party, joins the show to discuss.

Also on today's show: Director Tamara Kotevska; NYT columnist Thomas Friedman

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Former Minneapolis Chief of Police Medaria Arradondo

Mon, 26 Jan 2026 20:42:00 -0000

In Minneapolis, outrage is deepening and protests have intensified after the deadly shooting of 37-year-old registered nurse Alex Pretti. As tensions rise, local police fear the city may be heading down the same spiral that began in 2020, after the murder of George Floyd. The city's former chief of police, Medaria Arradondo, joins the show.

Also on today's show: David Bier, Director of Immigration Studies, Cato Institute; CNN Jerusalem Correspondent Jeremy Diamond; former Columbia University President Lee Bollinger

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Trump's Never-Ending Attack on the Press

Fri, 23 Jan 2026 20:56:00 -0000

Donald Trump continues to lash out at the press and its coverage of his second term. The FBI raided the home of a Washington Post reporter and confiscated her devices. Authorities say it was part of an investigation into classified documents, but federal regulations to preserve press freedom and protect sources traditionally prevent such invasive action. Former Washington Post Executive Editor Marty Baron joins the show to discuss.

Also on today's show: Mahmood Mamdani, father of New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani; National Geographic Fellow Paul Salopek

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Former Danish PM Helle Thorning-Schmidt

Thu, 22 Jan 2026 19:52:00 -0000

While the threat of war among allies over Greenland has abated, with Donald Trump announcing he's agreed on a security plan with the head of NATO, the details are still unclear. Tonight, EU leaders will gather in Brussels for an emergency summit. Former Danish Prime Minister Helle Thorning-Schmidt joins Christiane to discuss.

Also on today's show: Siamak Namazi, an Iranian-American businessman who was imprisoned in Iran for eight years; A. Rob Hirschfeld, Bishop, Episcopal Church of New Hampshire

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Finnish President Reacts to Trump

Wed, 21 Jan 2026 22:34:00 -0000

Donald Trump flew to Davos this morning, where he dissed Europe, before he embraced it, called NATO deadbeat before saying he was 100% behind it, and doubled down on his push to take Greenland. But to a collective sigh of relief, the US president said he would not use force to get it. Finland's President Alexander Stubb was in the front row for Trump's speech.

Also on today's show: Former White House Trade Adviser Kelly Ann Shaw; Atlantic Staff Writer Charlie Warzel

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Deescalating Tensions with US Allies

Tue, 20 Jan 2026 19:46:00 -0000

Today marks one year since President Trump began his second term. In just one year, we've seen seismic shifts in America's foreign policy, such as his relentless bid for Greenland. Plus, he's now threatening an additional 200% tariffs on French wine if Macron refuses to join his Gaza Board of Peace. Democratic Senator Chris Coons wants to de-escalate tensions and has just finished a bipartisan congressional visit to Denmark. He joins the show from Davos.

Also on today's show: CNN Jerusalem correspondent Jeremy Diamond; NYT columnist Lydia Polgreen; Noubar Afeyan, Co-founder, Moderna

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Trump Doubles Down on Greenland

Mon, 19 Jan 2026 20:11:00 -0000

President Donald Trump is doubling down on his threats to annex Greenland and has said he will impose tariffs on European countries who do not support his ambitions. Europe is weighing its options, including a so-called "Trade Bazooka," which would block some US access to EU markets and impose export controls. So what do Greenlanders think about all this? International reporter Nic Robertson joins the show from Nuuk with the details.

Also on today's show: Heather Conley, Former US Deputy Assistant Secretary of State; Sir Peter Westmacott, Former UK Ambassador to the US; Kimberlé Crenshaw, Professor of Law, UCLA & Columbia University / Executive Director, African American Policy Forum; former January 6th Capitol riot senior prosecutor

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Iran at a Crossroads

Sat, 17 Jan 2026 17:32:00 -0000

After weeks of violent uprisings in Iran, the question is - what comes next? Iranian lawyer and Nobel Peace Prize laureate Shirin Ebadi reflects on her nation’s history to consider what’s best for the future.

Air date: January 17, 2026

Guests:

Shirin EbadiElliott

Abrams Kaouther

Ben Hania

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Nobel Peace Prize Laureate Shirin Ebadi

Fri, 16 Jan 2026 19:57:00 -0000

The Iranian peoples' call for freedom was heard all over the world, but has a bloody crackdown crushed the uprising? Shirin Ebadi was Iran's first female judge, but was demoted following the 1979 Islamic Revolution. But she kept advocating for women and human rights, and in 2003, became Iran's first Nobel Peace Prize winner. Shirin Ebadi joins the show from London.

Also on today's show: author Theodor Meron; author Dr. Ezekiel Emanuel

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Iranian Professor Defends Regime

Thu, 15 Jan 2026 19:27:00 -0000

After days of urging the people of Iran to continue to protest, President Trump suddenly appeared to back down last night — noting to reporters that Iranian sources told him that the killing of protesters was over and planned executions will not go ahead. But even as the crackdown on protesters has proven deadly, with thousands reported killed, some are still staunch defenders of the regime. Christiane speaks to one of those voices — Mohammad Marandi is a Professor at the University of Tehran and joins the show from Tehran, Iran.

Also on today's show: Nazenin Ansari, Journalist /Managing Editor of Kayhan London; Phil Gunson, Andes Project Senior Analyst, International Crisis Group; NYT columnist and author Andrew Ross Sorkin

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Exclusive Report from Besieged Iran

Wed, 14 Jan 2026 23:28:00 -0000

President Trump promises help is coming for Iranian protestors, with reports that executions will begin soon and the regime promising to swiftly punish demonstrators. This is a critical moment for the regime, caught between threats from the United States and from its own people. Correspondent Jomana Karadsheh has this exclusive report piecing together what's happening inside Iran, with testimony from a doctor treating those wounded protestors.

Also on today's show: Elliott Abrams, Former US Special Representative for Iran; Kaouther Ben Hania, Director and writer, The Voice of Hind Rajab; Mike Fox, Legal Fellow, Cato Institute Project on Criminal Justice

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Iran's Deadly Crackdown on Protests

Tue, 13 Jan 2026 23:02:00 -0000

A picture is beginning to emerge of the true brutality of the Iranian regime as it cracks down hard on continued protests in Iran. At least 18,000 protestors have been killed in more than two weeks of anti-government demonstrations, according to a US-based human rights group. Nazanin Boniadi is an actress and activist who has long campaigned for human rights in Iran, having been born there in the early days of the Islamic Republic. She joins the show to discuss these protests.

Also on today's show: historian Nina Khrushcheva; author Jacob Soboroff ("Firestorm"); journalist/author Kenneth Rosen ("Polar War")

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Iranian Protests Spur Government Backlash

Mon, 12 Jan 2026 21:03:00 -0000

What began in Iran as demonstrations against the dire state of the economy and the cost of living have escalated into a nationwide challenge to the Islamic Republic itself. Now, security forces are aggressively moving on the protesters, killing hundreds (according to a US-based rights group). Meanwhile, President Trump is mulling over military intervention. Abbas Milani, director of Iranian studies at Stanford and author of "The Shah," was held political prisoner by the former Shah's regime and eventually left Iran in 1986. He joins the show.

Also on today's show: Douglas Holtz-Eakin, Chief Economist, WH Council of Economic Advisers Under Pres. George W. Bush; author Ben Markovits ("The Rest of Our Lives"); Shawn Hubler, Los Angeles Bureau Chief, The New York Times

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A TURBULENT START TO 2026

Sat, 10 Jan 2026 18:45:00 -0000

We take a deep dive into how Trump’s America has shaken up the world order, just days into the new year. Independent Senator Bernie Sanders responds to the tragic shooting of a U.S. citizen by an I.C.E operative. They also discuss President Trump’s claim that the U.S. will control Venezuela and its oil reserves for years. Then, Christiane speaks to former Colombian President Juan Manuel Santos about the threat facing his country as the U.S. leans into Latin America. Correspondent David Culver then takes us to the Colombian border, to show how the nation is beefing up its border security. Plus, a cultural reprieve with actor Ethan Hawke, as he tells Christiane about portraying Broadway legend Lorenz Hart in his new film “Blue Moon”. From the archives, a report on the historical failure of U.S. nation building in Iraq, and the students who told Christiane about the high price their country paid for international intervention. And finally, we take a look back at Christiane’s conversation with Nicolas Maduro back in 2014 and the confident composure that ultimately contributed to his downfall.

Air date: January 10, 2026

Guests:

Bernie Sanders

Juan Manuel Santos

Ethan Hawke

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International Human Rights Lawyer Jared Genser

Fri, 09 Jan 2026 20:27:00 -0000

This week, the world has watched as the US captured a foreign head of state, boarded oil tankers, and threatened military action against more countries. International human rights lawyer Jared Genser has extensive experience working against dictatorships and has been called "the extractor" for his work freeing political prisoners. He joins Christiane from DC to make sense of all of this.

Also on today's show: actor Ethan Hawke; reporters/authors Carol Leonnig and Aaron C. Davis

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US Senator Bernie Sanders

Thu, 08 Jan 2026 19:52:00 -0000

America is roiled. At home and abroad, from Minnesota to Venezuela, the actions of the Trump administration have put the country on edge. Senator Bernie Sanders joins the program from the Capitol Building to discuss it all.

Also on today's show: CNN Correspondent Paul Newton; MSF Secretary-General Christopher Lockyear; Atlantic staff writer David Frum

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How Serious is Trump About Colombia?

Wed, 07 Jan 2026 21:36:00 -0000

Reacting to President Trump's threats against Colombia, President Gustavo Petro hit back by vowing to "take up arms" to defend his country. Trump and Petro have clashed from the very start when Petro initially refused to take Venezuelan migrants Trump was deporting, then over the war in Gaza, and US military strikes against alleged drug-trafficking vessels. The US even suspended Petro's visa and sanctioned him last year. But could this really spiral into an American assault on Colombia? Juan Manuel Santos was the country's president for eight years until 2018, and he joins Christiane from there.

Also on today's show: Karim Sadjadpour, Senior Fellow, Carnegie Endowment for International Peace; Ian Bremmer, Founder and President, Eurasia Group & GZERO Media

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Assessing US Intentions in Venezuela

Tue, 06 Jan 2026 19:51:00 -0000

Fresh instability is unfolding in Venezuela, after reports of overnight gunfire near the presidential palace in Caracas. With Nicolás Maduro now in US custody, his allies are moving swiftly to consolidate power at home, even as Washington insists it is shaping the transition. Independent US Senator Angus King joins Bianna Golodryga to discuss what he believes the Trump administration’s intentions are, and how far those efforts have gone so far.

Also on today's show: Former NSC Senior Director for Western Hemisphere Juan Gonzalez; Ukrainian Foreign Affairs Committee Chair Oleksandr Merezhko; Professor of Philosophy, University of Toronto Jason Stanley

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Defiant Maduro Pleads Not Guilty

Mon, 05 Jan 2026 19:35:00 -0000

The Venezuelan strongman Nicolas Maduro pleads not guilty to narcoterrorism charges in New York after being captured by the United States in an audacious military operation over the weekend. We get the details from the courtroom. And Christiane asks former Acting US Ambassador to Venezuela Todd Robinson whether the US should run the country as President Trump said.

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Artists With a Message

Sat, 27 Dec 2025 19:00:00 -0000

This week, a special show for the festive season on art with a message. First, the king of the blockbuster, James Cameron on his new film and the horror of nuclear war.

Then, a conversation about "Kyoto," a hit play on both sides of the pond, finding humor and hope in climate negotiations. Also, a punk take on feminism with artist, Linda and the Spanish master, Pedro Almodovar on delivering beauty and vibrancy in even our toughest moments.

Plus how we use art to understand each other as Hong Kong staged an opera about Trump, and from the archive: a New York Opera about Nixon in China, and finally unveiling a mural with special meaning at St. Patrick's Cathedral in New York.

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Peacemaker: U Thant and the Turbulent 60s

Tue, 23 Dec 2025 19:37:00 -0000

First: U Thant led the UN during a golden era of diplomacy. What can we learn from him today? Christiane speaks with Thant's grandson, historian Thant Myint-U, about his new book, "Peacemaker."

Plus: In this age of disinformation, the legendary filmmaker Werner Herzog tells Christiane why we must never stop fighting for the truth.

And: Booker Prize-winning author Arundhati Roy reveals new insights into her tumultuous childhood in her new memoir, "Mother Mary Comes to Me."

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'The Day Iceland Stood Still'

Mon, 22 Dec 2025 23:11:00 -0000

50 years ago, Iceland's women went on strike. It's not the most gender-equal country on earth. A new documentary, "The Day Iceland Stood Still," tells that historic society. Christiane speaks to their president and the film's director.

Also on today's show: Former CNN Cairo bureau chief Gayle Young; tech activist Cory Doctorow

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Finding Light Amongst Darkness This Festive Season

Sat, 20 Dec 2025 17:40:00 -0000

As Hanukkah celebrations draw to a close under the shadow of the horrific anti-Semitic attack in Sydney, Bianna Golodryga speaks to Rabbi Gabi Kaltmann about navigating grief with faith, empathy and togetherness. And, the South Korean film racking up Golden Globe nominations, director Park Chan-wook talks about his new film "No Other Choice", tackling unemployment with horror and humor. Then, the singer-come-politician looking to unseat Ugandan President Yoweri Museveni after 40 years in power. CNN’s Larry Madawo speaks to Bobi Wine about the violent opposition crackdown ahead of the country's general election. Plus, veteran broadcaster David Dimbleby speaks to Christiane about his new BBC docu-series "What's the Monarchy for?", lifting the lid on the secretive inner workings of Britain's royal family. From Christiane's archives, how a family of refugees found sanctuary in 1970s America after fleeing Communist Poland's crackdown on democratic dissent. And finally, celebrating 250 years of the legendary British writer Jane Austen and her long-lasting cultural impact.

Air date: December 20, 2025

Guests:

Rabbi Gabi Kaltmann

Park Chan-wook

David Dimbleby

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Trump Targets Trans People

Fri, 19 Dec 2025 19:00:00 -0000

First, Brianna speaks with activist Chase Strangio about pushing back against what many see as President Trump's war against trans people. Then, visual artists Gilbert & George give us an up-close look at their weird and wonderful world. And reporter Tom Gjelten joins the show to discuss the dangerous intersection of antisemitism, Christian nationalism, and the Republican party.

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Using Frozen Russian Assets to Support Ukraine

Thu, 18 Dec 2025 23:39:00 -0000

World leaders are meeting in Brussels to discuss an unprecedented plan to use frozen Russian assets to finance more support for Ukraine. Critics argue that it's legally questionable and risks serious retaliation from Moscow. Correspondent Clare Sebastian joins the show from Brussels.

Also on today's show: author Marietje Schaake, "The Tech Coup"; playwright Bess Wohl and actor Kristolyn Lloyd, "Liberation"; Zoe Weissman, a survivor of both the Brown University and Parkland school shootings

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What to Make of Susie Wiles Interview?

Wed, 17 Dec 2025 19:52:00 -0000

"An alcoholic's personality," "a right-wing absolute zealot," and "a conspiracy theorist" are some of the descriptions of President Trump and top members of his team by his Chief of Staff Susie Wiles in a new Vanity Fair interview. She claims her words were taken out of context and key administration figures are standing by her. But are fractures starting to appear in the Trump coalition? David A. Graham, staff writer for The Atlantic and author of "The Project: How Project 2025 is Reshaping America," joins the show to discuss.

Also on today's show: Brian Winter, Editor-in-Chief, Americas Quarterly; Steve Huffman, CEO and Co-founder, Reddit

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Former US Ambassador to NATO Kurt Volker

Tue, 16 Dec 2025 19:50:00 -0000

Are we one step closer to peace in Ukraine? After two days of negotiations between the US, Ukraine and Europe, there certainly seems to be optimism in the air. Now the new proposal goes back to the Kremlin, but is President Putin ready to accept the terms? We ask Kurt Volker, former US Ambassador to NATO, who served as special envoy to Ukraine during President Trump's first term.

Also on today's show: Former Ukrainian Economy Minister Tymofiy Mylovanov; actor and playwright Yousef Sweid & playwright and director Isabella Sedlak discuss Sweid's one-man play, "Between the River and the Sea"; author Saikrishna Prakash, “The Presidential Pardon”

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Rabbi Gabi Kaltmann on Australia Shooting Tragedy

Mon, 15 Dec 2025 19:45:00 -0000

Australia's tight-knit Jewish community is reeling in the aftermath of a mass shooting targeting a Hanukkah celebration on Sydney's Bondi Beach. Australia's Jewish leaders have been warning Prime Minister Anthony Albanese and his government about rising antisemitism for several years now. As the Hanukkah holiday continues, with its celebration of light and resistance, Bianna speaks with Rabbi Gabi Kaltmann from Melbourne.

Also on today's show: British Conservative MP Alicia Kearns; Director Park Chan-Wook; US Senate Democrat Andy Kim

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Rough Seas for the Transatlantic Alliance

Sat, 13 Dec 2025 17:29:00 -0000

It’s been a tough week for Europe after President Trump described the continent as "weak" and "decaying". Can US-Europe relations recover? Christiane gets the view from both sides of the pond, with former US Defense Department official Celeste Wallander and Oxford historian Peter Frankopan. A year since the fall of the Assad regime in Syria, the country’s new President Ahmed al-Sharaa talks to Christiane about Syria’s future following a decade of civil war. Plus, who are the “Pink Ladies”? A special report on Britain's new protest movement which is echoing far right rhetoric. Then, into the past with author Jonathan Freedland, who reveals the hidden history of the millions of Germans who resisted Nazi rule. From the archives, how one man from Harlem trekked to the North Pole to inspire New York's schoolchildren. And finally, Nobel Peace Laureate Maria Corina Machado makes a daring journey to Oslo, telling the world what the award means to her.

Air date: December 13, 2025

Guests:

Celeste Wallander & Peter Frankopan

Ahmed al-Sharaa

Jonathan Freedland

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Syria Enters 'Transitional Justice' Phase

Fri, 12 Dec 2025 19:00:00 -0000

Syrians are celebrating one year of freedom from the Assad regime, but there are many wounds still to be healed, and the work of transitional justice must now take place. It's a process that links Syria to the US, South Africa and many other countries in between. Ruti Teitel, professor of law at New York Law School and author of "Presidential Visions of Transitional Justice" and Aria Florant, co-founder and CEO of Liberation Ventures, an organization advocating for slavery reparations in the US, join the show.

Also on today's show: Guardian columnist Jonathan Freedland; law school professor Kate Shaw

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Nobel Winner Machado Appears in Oslo

Thu, 11 Dec 2025 19:49:00 -0000

After nearly a year in hiding, Venezuelan opposition leader Maria Corina Machado snuck out of her country and appeared in public after winning the Nobel Peace Prize. The 58-year-old dedicated her prize in part to President Trump, who is taking an aggressive strategy against the Maduro regime. Contributor Stefano Pozzebon has been following this story closely, and joins the show from Caracas.

Also on today's show: Venezuelan Opposition Leader Leopoldo López; Marshall Prject staff writer Shannon Heffernan & Futuro Media reporter Julieta Martinelli; New Yorer staff writer Susan Glasser

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Tough Year for the BBC, British Monarchy

Wed, 10 Dec 2025 19:36:00 -0000

It has been a year like no other for two of Britain's best-known institutions. The BBC, the country's independent public broadcaster, has found its editorial integrity in question, and has been forced to defend its practices on multiple occasions. The British monarchy too, is under greater scrutiny than perhaps ever before. David Dimbleby is a veteran journalist who knows both institutions well. "What's the Monarchy For?" is his latest project airing on the BBC now. He joins the show from London.

Also on today's show: author Kiran Desai ("The Loneliness of Sonia and Sunny"); Minnesota State Senator Zaynab Mohamed

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Hostile to Europe, Warm to Russia

Wed, 10 Dec 2025 02:14:00 -0000

The just-published Trump 2.0 national security strategy is causing a mix of fury, resignation, and even accusations of ignorance. Moscow has welcomed the plan, saying it aligns with Putin's vision, while former Swedish Prime Minister Carl Bildt posted that it's "to the right of the extreme right of Europe." Celeste Wallander served as an assistant secretary of defense under President Biden, and Peter Frankopan is a professor of global history at Oxford University. They join Christiane to discuss.

Also on today's show: Qatari Prime Minister Mohammed bin Abdulrahman Al-Thani; European Commission Vice President Kaja Kallas; Spanish Foreign Minister José Manuel Albares; Turkish Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan; New Yorker Editor David Remnick

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Syrian President Ahmed al-Sharaa

Mon, 08 Dec 2025 21:31:00 -0000

One year ago today, Syria's fallen President Bashar al-Assad fled the country. The man who replaced him, opposition leader Ahmed al-Sharaa, is certainly an international darling, welcomed all the way to the White House. According to a new poll by Arab Barometer, he has the approval of 81% of the Syrian people. But these numbers aren't universal: among minorities, including Alawites and Druze, support for him falls below 50%. Moreover, a United Nations commission warns that Syria's transition remains fragile amid continuing insecurity and sporadic violence. Christiane put crucial questions to him at this weekend's Doha forum.

Also on today's show: correspondent Clare Sebastian; former CDC official Demetre Daskalakis

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US ramps up pressure on Venezuela, Snubs Europe

Sat, 06 Dec 2025 19:15:00 -0000

Is time running out for Venezuela's Nicolas Maduro? Christiane asks Colombia's former president Ivan Duque why he supports Trump's aggressive stance against the country next door. And while the U.S. president has his eye on Latin America, the White House is snubbing Europe again, opting not to send Secretary of State Marco Rubio to a NATO foreign minister meeting. Julianne Smith, former US Ambassador to NATO, speaks to Christiane about transatlantic tension, and those marathon peace talks between Trump's team and Putin that appeared to produce nothing. Plus, Oedipus on Broadway! Christiane speaks to stars Lesley Manville and Mark Strong about modernizing the 2,5000-year-old Greek tragedy, and playing a mother and son in love. From the archives, we revisit a 1988 mutiny in a New Jersey monastery, and remember legendary playwright Tom Stoppard.

Air date: December 6, 2025

Guests:

Ivan Duque

Julianne Smith

Lesley Manville & Mark Strong

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Former NATO Commander Rupert Smith

Fri, 05 Dec 2025 19:00:00 -0000

A week of intensive US diplomacy is wrapping up, with no Ukraine deal in sight, and escalating threats from Moscow. 30 years ago, the Dayton Agreement brought an end to the savage war in Bosnia, where, like Putin's dream of a greater Russia today, Serbia wanted more land and control, not an independent Bosnia. Rupert Smith was commander of the United Nations peacekeeping forces at the end of that conflict. Through his four decades in the military, he also led troops in the first Gulf war and Northern Ireland. He joins the program from London.

Also on today's show: photographer Annie Leibovitz; Bulwark reporter Will Sommer

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Former Colombian President Ivan Duque

Thu, 04 Dec 2025 19:30:00 -0000

In recent months, the Trump administration has hit 21 boats suspected of smuggling on behalf of drug cartels, as part of their self-declared war on narcoterrorism. It's all part of a wider campaign aimed at Venezuela and its leader Nicolas Maduro. Former President of Colombia Ivan Duque joins the show to discuss.

Also on today's show NYT journalist Farnaz Fassihi; New Yorker contributing writer Joshua Yaffa

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Lengthy Talks, No Progress

Wed, 03 Dec 2025 20:18:00 -0000

Despite five hours of talks between Russia and the US, they failed to reach an agreement for ending the war in Ukraine. Both President Zelensky and NATO officials say that Putin shows no sign of making "meaningful concessions. Julianne Smith was Ambassador to NATO under President Biden, including during Russia's full-scale invasion in 2022. She joins the show from Washington DC.

Also on today's show: Former Israeli Prime Minister Ehud Olmert; Republican Senator Bill Cassidy

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Is US Prioritizing Business Over Peace?

Tue, 02 Dec 2025 20:35:00 -0000

For the sixth time this year, President Trump's envoy Steve Witkoff is meeting with President Putin in Moscow, presenting a revamped proposal agreed upon by both the White House and Ukraine. Meanwhile, an investigation by the Wall Street Journal alleges the White House may be prioritizing business interests with Russia over a just peace for Ukraine. The newspaper's chief foreign affairs correspondent, Yaroslav Trofimov, joins the show from DC.

Also on today's show: Andrey Kurkov, author, "Three Years on Fire: The Destruction of Ukraine"; CBS News correspondent Steve Hartman; Iranian women's rights activist Mahnaz Afkhami

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US Double Boat Strike Prompts Bipartisan Criticism

Mon, 01 Dec 2025 20:00:00 -0000

Outrage is mounting in Washington over the Trump administration's latest moves in its pressure campaign against Venezuela and the Maduro regime. A bipartisan group of lawmakers is calling for an investigation into a so-called "double tap" strike by the US military, targeting survivors from an alleged drug trafficking vessel. President Trump is denying knowledge of the strike, and backing his Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth, who insists the strikes are legal. Reporter Stephen Collinson joins the show to discuss.

Also on today’s show: Brian Winter, Editor-in-chief, "Americas Quarterly"; former US Secretary of State John Kerry; Pastor Tim Johnson, founder, Fatherless No More Initiative; Andrew Rice, features Writer, New York Magazine

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Outrage Over Leaked Witkoff Call Coaching Russia On How To Sway Trump

Sat, 29 Nov 2025 17:25:00 -0000

Former U.S. Secretary of State John Kerry joins Christiane to discuss the leaked phone call which appears to show Trump's Special Envoy Steve Witkoff coaching a Putin aide. They also discuss the administration's 28-point peace plan that would see Ukraine surrender territory to Russia, and Kerry weighs in on Trump's case against military veteran and Democratic Senator, Mark Kelly. Then, former Ukrainian Foreign Minister, Dmytro Kuleba gives Kyiv's perspective on the Witkoff call controversy. CNN's Hanako Montgomery reports on the mass grave site unearthed in the north of Sri Lanka, reopening painful wounds of a decades long civil war. Plus, renowned photographer Annie Leibovitz on her new book "Women", liberating Michelle Obama, the final photo of John Lennon and her Vogue cover of Timothée Chalamet. And as many celebrate Thanksgiving this week, we look at Christiane's archive piece from 1988, where she joined the charity "God's Love, We Deliver" on their meal train for those in need.

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Is Trump Selling Out Ukraine?

Fri, 28 Nov 2025 19:46:00 -0000

The leaked US plan has spurred frantic efforts to prevent it from being advanced. Joining us to discuss is former US Secretary of State and veteran negotiator John Kerry.

Also on today's show: Legendary photographer Annie Leibovitz; award-winning director Wes Anderson

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Former Ukrainian Foreign Minister Dmytro Kuleba

Wed, 26 Nov 2025 19:47:00 -0000

As peace talks for Ukraine continue, a leaked transcript released by Bloomberg has shocked many observers: It documents a phone call between US Special Envoy Steve Witkoff and Putin's main peace negotiator, where Witkoff appears to offer advice on how the Russian leader can get the most out of President Trump. Nonetheless, the president says Witkoff will travel to Moscow for more negotiations next week. Meanwhile, civilian casualties in Ukraine have spiked, as Russia intensifies its attacks on energy infrastructure. Dmytro Kuleba served as Ukraine's foreign minister until last year, and he joins the show from Kyiv.

Also on today's show: actors Mark Strong and Lesley Manville ("Oedipus"); country superstar Kenny Chesney

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Trouble in Trump Land?

Tue, 25 Nov 2025 20:54:00 -0000

A judge has dismissed cases against both former FBI chief James Comey and New York Attorney General Letitia James on the grounds that Donald Trump illegally appointed prosecutor Lindsey Halligan. This is yet another setback for the resident, who, in the face of the Epstein files and criticism from longtime political ally Marjorie Taylor Greene, is currently polling at an all-time low. CNN's Stephen Collinson joins the program to discuss how all this might impact the administration.

Also on today's show: Dr. Atul Gawande, former Head of Global Health, USAID & Tom Jennings, Co-director, "Rovina's Choice"; author Susan Choi ("Flashlight"); David Herzberg, Professor of History, University at Buffalo

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Sounding the Alarm on Trump's Peace Plan

Mon, 24 Nov 2025 19:32:00 -0000

In Geneva, US President Donald Trump has hinted at potential movement toward ending Russia’s war in Ukraine. His proposed 28-point peace plan, however, has raised alarm in Kyiv and among its allies due to the significant concessions it would require, ranging from major territorial losses to limits on Ukraine’s military. CNN's Matthew Chance joins the show to discuss the developments of the plan.

Also on today's show: Tymofiy Mylovanov, President, Kyiv School of Economics; Nabih Bulos, Middle East Bureau Chief, Los Angeles Times; filmmaker Jimmy Chin and photojournalist Lynsey Addario

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With Warnings From at Home and Abroad, Is Trump's 'America First' Agenda Working?

Sat, 22 Nov 2025 19:02:00 -0000

South Africa's Foreign Minister Ronald Lamola joins Christiane to discuss President Trump snubbing the G20 and the mysterious flights shuttling Palestinians from Gaza to South Africa. Then, retired Lt. Gen. Russel L. Honoré explains his fear for American democracy in the wake of the White House's immigration crackdown. From Mozambique, CNN's Nick Paton Walsh brings us a report on the sudden ISIS resurgence there in the wake of U.S.A.I.D withdrawal. Plus, movie star Tilda Swinton tells us about her new book "Ongoing" that traces her career and artistic collaborations. And from Christiane's archive, we mark the 80th anniversary of the Nuremberg Trials with Chief Prosecutor Benjamin Ferencz, who witnessed the horrors of World War II and convicted dozens of Nazi leaders.

Air date: November 22, 2025

Guests:

Ronald Lamola

Russel L. Honoré

Tilda Swinton

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Applying Lessons of Dayton Agreement to Today

Fri, 21 Nov 2025 20:23:00 -0000

Today marks the signing of the historic 1995 Dayton Agreement, which brought over three years of brutal fighting in Bosnia to an end. The Agreement yields important lessons today about bridging deep divides and finding a path to peace even in the most improbable conditions. Two key architects of the Agreement, Carl Bildt, High Representative of Bosnia and Herzegovina (1995-97), and Christopher Hill, former US Ambassador to Serbia, join Christiane to reflect on the challenges of reaching the agreement and how it can help guide solutions for today's most pressing conflicts.

Also on today's show: actor Tilda Swinton; sports journalist Joon Lee

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Deadly Attacks Continue in Gaza, West Bank

Thu, 20 Nov 2025 19:55:00 -0000

Despite the ceasefire, the killing continues in Gaza, with at least 312 Palestinians confirmed dead since the deal between Israel and Hamas six weeks ago. Meanwhile in the occupied West Bank, the UN has logged 264 attacks in October alone, its highest monthly tally, as Israeli settlers attack farmers and burn olive trees. Senior Israeli officials are warning that the state is losing control there. CNN International Diplomatic Editor Nic Robertson joins the show from Jerusalem.

Also on today’s show: Israeli comedian Noam Shuster-Eliassi; author Jelani Cobb

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South African Foreign Minister Ronald Lamola

Wed, 19 Nov 2025 19:54:00 -0000

The G20 is preparing to kick off in South Africa this weekend. It's supposed to be when the world's major powers come together to tackle the biggest global challenges, from economic stability to climate change. But this year's summit in Johannesburg begins with something extraordinary: virtually no senior US presence. All of it unfolds as South Africa confronts another unexpected crisis: mystery flights carrying Palestinians from Gaza into the country, which officials fear could signal an effort to remove Palestinians from their homeland. South African Foreign Minister Ronald Lamola joins the show from Johannesburg.

Also on today’s show: Rev. Alex Santora; author Elizabeth Kolbert

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Inside the Crown Prince

Tue, 18 Nov 2025 20:40:00 -0000

Saudi Arabia's Crown Prince walked into the White House today, just years after being labelled an international pariah. President Trump welcomed Mohammed Bin Salman, the man increasingly seen as the Kingdom's most consequential leader in recent history. Few Americans know and understand MBS better than Princeton scholar Bernard Haykel. Haykel has interviewed the Crown Prince more than 20 times for his forthcoming book "The Realm" and he joins Christiane from Washington.

Also on today's show: international reporter Steffano Pozzebon; former NSC Senior Director Juan Gonzalez; director Geeta Gandbhir ("The Perfect Neighbor")

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UNHRC to Investigate Sudan

Mon, 17 Nov 2025 19:39:00 -0000

On Friday, the United Nations Human Rights Council moved to investigate mass killings in Sudan. That comes after stark new evidence of atrocities in El Fasher, in the Darfur region. The UN’s top aid official, Tom Fletcher, has just returned from Tawila in northern Darfur. While in Sudan, Fletcher also met with the Sudanese army chief, as well as the opposition paramilitary Rapid Support Forces.

Also on today's show: political reporter Stephen Collinson; singer-songwriter Sarah McLachlan; MTV co-founder Tom Freston

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From COP30 to Ukraine: Power, Resistance, and Resilience

Sat, 15 Nov 2025 17:34:00 -0000

Former U.S. Vice President and Nobel Peace Prize winner Al Gore joins Christiane to discuss the COP30 climate summit and U.S. politics. Then, Keanu Reeves and Alex Winter talk about their reunion, this time for a bold new Broadway production of “Waiting for Godot.” In the occupied West Bank, Israeli settler attacks on Palestinians have surged, CNN brings a special report from the ground. Plus, a taste of Ukrainian soft power as a London chef who once fought on the frontlines brings his country’s culture to the table. And from Christiane’s archive, Holocaust survivor and resistance fighter Selma van de Perre reflects on survival, courage, and the cost of defiance.

Air date: November 15, 2025

Guests:

Al Gore

Keanu Reeves & Alex Winter

Eugene Korolev & Polina Sychova

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US Army General Sounds the Alarm

Fri, 14 Nov 2025 19:30:00 -0000

As many Americans gathered to celebrate Veterans Day, they did so at a time of political upheaval and division. From the nation's capital to cities like Chicago and Portland, soldiers police their own streets, their own people. Lieutenant General Russel L. Honoré, who served his country for more than 37 years, says, "never before have I been as concerned for our democracy -- we are being tested, and this is a test we cannot afford to fail." He joins the show from Baton Rouge, Louisiana.

Also on today's show: Ukrainian restaurateurs Eugene Korolev & Polina Sychova; acclaimed documentarian Ken Burns

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What the Epstein Emails Tell Us

Thu, 13 Nov 2025 19:29:00 -0000

Thousands of emails to and from Jeffery Epstein have been released by the House Oversight committee, exposing a web of connections to the disgraced businessman and convicted sex offender, who was found dead in his jail cell in 2019. Of course, all everyone wants to know about is how President Donald Trump is connected to it all. CNN Chief US National Affairs Correspondent Jeff Zeleny joins the show to discuss.

Also on today's show: Zack Polanski, Leader, The Green Party of England and Wales; actors Alex Winter & Keanu Reeves ("Waiting for Godot"); US House Democrat Jim Clyburn

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Former US VP and Nobel Peace Prize Winner Al Gore

Wed, 12 Nov 2025 20:01:00 -0000

Indigenous protesters against deforestation are making their voices heard in Belem, Brazil, the site of the UN's major climate summit. But the world's most powerful people aren't even at the conference: Presidents Trump and Xi are no-shows, and so is India's Prime Minister Narendra Modi, all big polluters. One well-known American trying to fill the leadership gap is former US Vice President Al Gore. One of the earliest politicians to sound the alarm on climate change, he won the Nobel Peace Prize in part for his prescient documentary "An Inconvenient Truth."

Also on today's show: Juanita Goebertus, Director, Americas Division, HRW
& Noah Bullock, Executive Director, CRISTOSAL; NYT reporter Charlie Savage

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How Long Can Ukraine Hold Out?

Tue, 11 Nov 2025 19:29:00 -0000

First: As Russia advances on Ukraine, G7 leaders meet in Canada with this war high on their agenda. So, what's at stake, and how long can Ukraine hold out?

Next: "The President's Cake" is the award-winning film exploring the realities of Saddam Hussein's rule in 1990s Iraq. We speak with writer/director Hassan Hadi.

Then: On Veterans Day, Hari Sreenivasan speaks with former Navy Seal Marcus Capone and Bonni Cohen, director of "In Waves and War," a film about controversial psychedelic therapy that seeks to heal brain injuries.

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US Government Shutdown Over?

Mon, 10 Nov 2025 19:29:00 -0000

The longest US government shutdown ever recorded could be coming to an end soon after eight Democratic senators voted with Republicans to advance a measure to reopen the government. Angus King, an Independent who caucuses with the Democrats, was one of those senators who broke ranks. He joins the show to discuss that decision and what happens next.

Also on today's show: Reem Turkmani, Director, Syria Conflict Research Program at the London School of Economics & Charles Lister, Syria Program Director at Middle East Institute; Gabriela Jauregui, Mexican author, poet and women's rights activist; author Marion Nestle (“What to Eat Now”)

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Optimism and Inspiration Ahead of Brazil’s Crucial Climate Summit

Sat, 08 Nov 2025 19:43:00 -0000

A special program from Rio de Janeiro as Brazil prepares to host the COP30 climate summit. Christiane talks to Britain’s Prince William about the Earthshot prize, which rewards five innovators for finding climate solutions, and she asks him about changes in the British monarchy. The former UN climate chief Christiana Figueres speaks about finding optimism amid the dire climate forecast and tells Christiane why she thinks Bill Gates’s latest memo on global warming is misguided. Then, a little inspiration from above as NASA’s first female space shuttle pilot Eileen Collins discusses the new documentary about her extraordinary life “Spacewoman”. From Christiane’s archive, a return to Brazil’s last time hosting a major climate gathering in 1992. When the Earth Summit saw then-Senator Al Gore tell Christiane that the world needed American climate leadership. And finally, some words of wisdom from David Attenborough as he releases his latest nature documentary.

Air date: November 8, 2025

Guests:

Prince William

Christiana Figueres

Eileen Collins

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Former UN Climate Chief Christiana Figueres

Fri, 07 Nov 2025 19:36:00 -0000

Ten years ago in Paris, the world set its key climate goal, to limit a rise in global temperatures to 1.5 degrees Celsius. Now the United Nations is warning that the planet is likely to overshoot that target in the next decade, and that swift action is needed to limit the damage. The warning comes as world leaders are gathering for the COP30 Climate Conference in Belem, Brazil. Christiane spoke to former UN Climate Chief Christiana Figueres, a key architect of the Paris Climate Agreement, in Brazil ahead of the summit.

Also on today's show: author Katy Hessel ("How to Live an Artful Life"); Grammy-award winning musician and songwriter Jacob Collier

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How Secure Are America's Elections?

Thu, 06 Nov 2025 19:52:00 -0000

President Trump is throwing out all kinds of reasons to try to explain some of Tuesday's US election results. While this includes false claims of election rigging, a new cover story in The Atlantic suggests this administration is also taking concrete actions that undermine that very security. According to one expert, "If you are not frightened, you are not paying attention." Atlantic staff writer David A. Graham joins the show to discuss his reporting.

Also on today's show: author Salman Rushdie; NYT climate reporter Raymond Zhong

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Talking Climate with Prince William

Wed, 05 Nov 2025 20:22:00 -0000

World leaders are heading to Brazil ahead of the upcoming UN Climate Summit there. One of the highest profile attendees is Britain's Prince William. But before that, he's hosting his own gathering for his annual Earthshot Prize. Today, Christiane moderates the Earthshot Impact Assembly and she sat down with the man at the center of it all, Prince William.

Also on today's show: Brian Lehrer, Radio Host, WNYC & Ron Brownstein, Bloomberg Opinion Columnist; author Scott Galloway ("Notes on Being a Man")

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Targeting Trump Tariffs

Tue, 04 Nov 2025 19:56:00 -0000

Donald Trump's tariff war is facing its biggest legal challenge yet this week. The Supreme Court will hear arguments challenging the legality of many of his administration's tariffs. The World Trade Organization is paying close attention to this legal challenge and Christiane sat down with its Director-General Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala in London.

Also on today's show: Wolf Blitzer on the death of Dick Cheney; Atlantic CEO Nicholas Thompson; Michael Sandel, Winner, Berggruen Prize for Philosophy & Culture

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What Tomorrow's US Elections Could Tell Us

Mon, 03 Nov 2025 20:50:00 -0000

The government shutdown is inching closer to becoming the longest in history, with the effects being felt by millions facing frozen paychecks and reduced food aid. Meanwhile, voters are preparing to cast ballots in a series of key elections taking place tomorrow, the first real test of the nation's political mood, and a moment that could finally shake up the shutdown impasse. Jessica Taylor, the Senate and governors editor for the Cook Political Report, joins the show.

Nathaniel Raymond, Executive Director, Yale Humanitarian Research Lab & Hamid Khalafallah, Sudanese policy expert; Wikipedia co-founder Jimmy Wales

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Power, Faith, and Fearless Voices: From Busan to Belgrade

Sat, 01 Nov 2025 16:27:00 -0000

As President Trump concludes his high-stakes tour of Asia, former Deputy oNational Security Adviser Matthew Pottinger joins Christiane to discuss what went right, and wrong, in his meeting with China’s President Xi Jinping. Then, the Bishop of Washington, Mariann Budde, author of ‘We Can Be Brave’, speaks with Christiane about learning to be courageous and even challenging a president. One year after a deadly railway station collapse in Serbia sparked mass protests, Christiane examines the government’s ongoing crackdown on press freedom. Former CNN Cairo Bureau Chief Gayle Young reflects on her journalism career in a new memoir “Update” and revisits her groundbreaking report on female genital mutilation that helped drive change in Egypt. From Christiane’s archive, a look back at Algeria’s brutal civil war, and the journalists who were targeted during it. And finally, as Mexico marks Dia de los Muertos, a visit to an extraordinary monument celebrating the country’s Aztec roots.

Air date: November 1, 2025

Guests:

Matthew Pottinger

Mariann Budde

Gayle Young

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'We Can Be Brave'

Fri, 31 Oct 2025 18:14:00 -0000

Professors and students afraid to speak freely on college campuses ... federal workers afraid of losing their jobs ... LGBTQ+ groups afraid of rights rollbacks ... immigrants afraid of raids and mass deportations. For many, the opening act of President Trump’s second term has been defined by fear. Mariann Budde, the Episcopal Bishop of Washington and author of “We Can Be Brave” joins the show to explain how she hopes children will find their own moments of courage.

Also on today's show: Space Shuttle Commander Eileen Collins; Andrew Jarecki & Charlotte Kaufman, Co-directors, "The Alabama Solution"

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Trump Orders Nuclear Weapons Tests

Thu, 30 Oct 2025 18:40:00 -0000

President Trump's long-awaited meeting with China's Xi Jinping has resulted in some success or both sides, with agreements on rare earth minerals and tariffs. But while these deals may be a welcome sign of diplomatic engagement, Trump's unexpected order to start nuclear weapons testing again, for the first time in 30 years, grabbed the bigger headlines. Matt Pottinger was Trump's Deputy National Security Adviser during his first term, and he joins the program from Utah.

Also on today's show: Patrick Gaspard, confidant of NYC mayoral candidate Zohran Mamdani; author Julia Ioffe ("Motherland")

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Cracks in the Ceasefire

Wed, 29 Oct 2025 18:37:00 -0000

Gaza has seen its deadliest day since the ceasefire began just over two weeks ago. The Israeli strikes come after Israel accused Hamas of an attack that killed an IDF soldier and allegedly staging the discovery of a deceased hostage. But Hamas says it has "no connection" to the attack and remains committed to the deal. To discuss, former Israeli diplomat Alon Pinkas joins Christiane from Tel Aviv.

Also on today's show: Mustafa Barghouti, President, Palestinian National Initiative; journalist/historian Garrett Graff; author Michael McFaul, former US Ambassador to Russia

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'Storm of the Century' Hits Jamaica

Tue, 28 Oct 2025 19:01:00 -0000

The strongest storm of the year, Hurricane Melissa, has hit Jamaica. Called the "storm of the century" by the UN, it's a Category 5 with winds of 180 miles per hour. The National Hurricane Center is warning of landslides, catastrophic flash flooding and gusts that may cause total structural failure. Marva-Allen Simms, who works for a partner of the humanitarian organization CARE, joins the show to discuss.

Also on today's show: Meteorologist/atmospheric scientist John Morales; Sudan analyst Shayna Lewis & Arjan Hehenkamp, Darfur Crisis Lead for the IRC; Washington Post reporter David Ovalle

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Amid Challenges, Japan's New PM to Meet Trump

Mon, 27 Oct 2025 18:50:00 -0000

President Trump is in Asia and will soon meet with Japan's newly elected Prime minister, Sanae Takaichi. She must immediately contend with a challenging backdrop: The US has already won a $550 billion investment pledge from her debt-filled nation, in exchange for respite from crippling tariffs. Also at stake is Japan's security in the face of rising threats from China, who Trump is expected to meet with on Thursday in South Korea. David Sanger is the National Security Correspondent for The New York Times and he joins the show from Washington, DC.

Also on today's show: former US Ambassador to NATO Julianne Smith; author Beth Macy ("Paper Girl")

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Gender Equality and Historic Movements

Sat, 25 Oct 2025 20:17:00 -0000

A look at gender equality, specifically the revolutionary walkout by Icelandic women 50 years ago, as documented in Pamela Hogan's film 'The Day Iceland Stood Still.' The show discusses the impact of women's strikes on society and includes an interview with Iceland's second female president, Hala Thomas Dottir. The episode also highlights the struggles of the Palestinian filmmakers behind the Oscar-winning documentary 'No Other Land,' focusing on the challenges they face in distributing their film in the United States amid rising settler violence in the West Bank. Additionally, the program features a segment on the remarkable 92-year-old Italian sprinter Emma Zenga and her secrets to longevity. Finally, former NATO Secretary General Jens Stoltenberg shares insights from his tenure, including his interactions with global leaders and the complexities of maintaining the NATO alliance, particularly during Trump's presidency.

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Honoring 'The Day Iceland Stood Still'

Fri, 24 Oct 2025 18:29:00 -0000

According to the World Economic Forum, we're still 123 years away from full equality for women. So it's critical to remember the moments history was made. On this day, 50 years ago, 90 percent of the women in Iceland went on strike. Their "women's day off" changed the country forever. It's now the subject of a new documentary called "The Day Iceland Stood Still." To mark this day, Christiane spoke to the film's director Pamela Hogan, and the President of Iceland, Halla Tómasdóttir.

Also on today's show: author Gayle Young ("Update: Reporting from an Ancient Land"); author Cory Doctorow ("Enshittification")

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A Historic Religious Reconciliation

Thu, 23 Oct 2025 19:08:00 -0000

We begin today's show with a historic visit to the Vatican, where Britain’s King Charles and Queen Camilla met with Pope Leo. It’s the first time in 500 years that a British monarch has prayed with the Pope, a powerful gesture of reconciliation after centuries of conflict between Protestants and Catholics, and a symbolic encounter between the heads of the Church of England and the Catholic Church. CNN's Chrisopher Lamb, author of “The Outsider: Pope Francis and the Battle to Reform the Church," joins the show to discuss.

Also on today's show: musician Annie Lennox; Sarah Leah Whitson, Executive Director, Democracy for the Arab World Now

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Trump's 'Extrajudicial Executions'

Wed, 22 Oct 2025 18:54:00 -0000

President Trump continues to threaten Venezuela, sending B-52 bombers to its coast, deploying more warships to the Caribbean sea and surging troops in the region. As the administration continues to bomb boats it says are carrying drugs, a group of independent UN experts now calls them "extrajudicial executions." Colombia's president says it's "murder." Trump is retaliating by ending aid to the country and Bogota has recalled its Ambassador to the US in response. For more on this, we welcome Christopher Sabatini from Chatham House and Ivan Briscoe from the International Crisis Group.

Also on today's show: Elliot Williams, former Deputy Assistant Attorney General For Legislative Affairs, DOJ; Sam Kass, former Senior Nutrition Policy Adviser to President Obama

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Former NATO Secretary General Jens Stoltenberg

Tue, 21 Oct 2025 19:14:00 -0000

European leaders are meeting in England this week to push for a "just and lasting peace" in Ukraine. With President Trump’s unpredictable position on the Ukraine war, it’s up to Europe to hold the line against a deal that could undermine Kyiv and weaken Europe. Former NATO Secretary General Jens Stoltenberg led the alliance from 2014 to 2024, grappling with Russia’s aggression and Donald Trump’s threats to pull out of NATO altogether. He’s published a new memoir, called “On My Watch,” about his successes, and his mistakes.

Also on today's show: Basel Adra & Yuval Abraham, Co-directors, “No Other Land”; former US Supreme Court Justice Anthony Kennedy

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The Latest on the Ceasefire Deal

Mon, 20 Oct 2025 18:39:00 -0000

Despite the ceasefire, it was another deadly weekend in the shattered enclave of Gaza. Meanwhile, the UN warns that the aid supplies getting into Gaza are still "way below what's needed." The decision to allow some aid in, though, indicates Israeli is maintaining key components of Trump's ceasefire deal, for now. Veteran diplomat and former peace negotiator Dennis Ross joins the show live from Washington DC.

Former US Ambassador to NATO Kurt Volker; Jad Abumrad, host of the podcast "Fela Kuti: Fear No Man"; author Andrew Ross Sorkin ("1929")

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From a Middle East Ceasefire to the U.S. Power Play in Venezuela

Sat, 18 Oct 2025 16:32:00 -0000

In the same week President Donald Trump brings a ceasefire and plans for a permanent peace in the Middle East, could he also be preparing for war in his own backyard? He ended this week authorizing CIA action in Venezuela to target the drug trade and the flow of illegal migrants, as the U.S. continues to blow up boats off the coast there. And while Trump stopped short of saying the U.S. is pushing for regime change in Venezuela, Maria Corina Machado, the country's opposition leader and winner of this year's Nobel Peace Prize, is calling for just that. Christiane spoke to her from an undisclosed location about why she supports Trump's military intervention against Maduro and why she has dedicated her Nobel award to Trump. Then, as Trump's ceasefire plan between Israel and Hamas in Gaza moves to phase two, Christiane speaks to Egyptian Foreign Minister Badr Abdelatty. who helped broker the deal about his hopes amid the many roadblocks ahead. Plus, a special CNN investigation by Stefano Pozzebon uncovers the abuses and harassment faced by female workers in Guatemala's garment factories. Also on the show, Christiane speaks with renowned historian Thant Myint-U about his new book "Peacemaker," and his grandfather U Thant, the former UN Secretary General, who played a crucial role in resolving massive events like the Cuban Missile crisis. From her archives this week, Christiane emphasizes the need for courageous leadership in the Middle East by spotlighting the legacy of a true warrior for peace : former Israeli Foreign Minister, Prime Minister and President, Shimon Peres, who despite facing backlash at home never stopped believing in peace. And finally, from peace warrior to Sumo warriors. Far from home, more than 40 of Japan's top heavyweights have taken the British capital by storm for the first Sumo championship in the UK in more than thirty years. Air date: October 18th, 2025 Guests:

Maria Corina Machado

Badr Abdelatty

Thant Myint-U

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Who Will Lead Gaza?

Fri, 17 Oct 2025 19:10:00 -0000

Despite jubilation in Gaza following the ceasefire with Israel, the future of more than two million Palestinians is still far from secure. Talks have kicked off in Egypt to decide a post-war governance plan for Gaza, but Palestinian political leader Marwan Barghouti will not be among Gaza’s transitional leaders. Imprisoned since 2002, he's considered a terrorist by Israel. Christiane speaks with Barghouti’s son, Arab, who joins the program from Ramallah.

Also on today's show: Colin Hanks, Director, “John Candy: I Like Me”

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Palestinian Politician Nasser al-Kidwa

Thu, 16 Oct 2025 18:35:00 -0000

The ceasefire in Gaza is just four days old, and already there are signs of tension: Hamas says it's handed over all the hostages remains it can access, without specialist equipment. Israel is restricting aid in retaliation. Meanwhile, Israel returned 120 bodies of Palestinians held during the war, some of which show signs of abuse and beating. And with Hamas reasserting its authority in brutal fashion against ordinary Palestinians there are also growing questions around the future governance of Gaza. Nasser al-Kidwa is a well-known Palestinian politician, nephew of Yasser Arafat and former Foreign Minister for the Palestinian Authority. In recent years he's worked on a peace plan alongside former Israeli Prime Minister Ehud Olmert. Al-Kidwa joins Christiane from Ramallah in the occupied West Bank.

Also on today's show: Rebecca Miller, Director, "Mr. Scorsese"; Democratich Senator Mark Warner

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Egyptian Foreign Minister Badr Abdelatty

Wed, 15 Oct 2025 18:39:00 -0000

Donald Trump declared that "phase two" of the Gaza ceasefire has begun, which calls for the establishment of an interim government in Gaza and the formation of a multinational security force. But Trump acknowledges that "the job is not done" on phase one, after Hamas missed the 72-hour window for handing over the bodies of all remaining hostages. Egypt is playing a major role in helping to secure and stabilize Gaza. Egyptian Foreign Minister Badr Abdelatty joins the show to discuss.

Also on today's show: Nobel Peace Prize winner Maria Corina Machado; Atlantic Editor-in-Chief Jeffrey Goldberg

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Why the US Bailed Out Argentina

Tue, 14 Oct 2025 19:26:00 -0000

Argentinian President Javier Milei is at the White House today, meeting with President Trump after a huge US bailout. Milei, who swept to power nearly two years ago with a promise to radically cut government, has instituted reforms that have been both popular and controversial. For more on this, Mexico's former Foreign Minister Jorge Castañeda joins the show from Mexico City.

Also on today's show: CNN's Jeremy Diamond reports from Tel Aviv on the ceasefire and hostage return; former NATO Deputy Secretary Rose Gottemoeller; Status founder Oliver Darcy

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Joy in Israel as Hostages are Released

Mon, 13 Oct 2025 19:17:00 -0000

In Tel Aviv there have been scenes of true joy in Hostages Square and in the pictures of the hostages reunited with their families after a harrowing two year ordeal at the hands of Hamas and other militants in Gaza. Our first guest understands the agony experienced by those receiving their loved ones today. Meirav Leshem Gonen's daughter Romi was held by Hamas for 471 days. She was released in January and then spent 6 months in hospital. Meirav joins Christiane from Israel.

Also on today's show: Yousra Abu Sharekh, Gaza Program Coordinator, INARA; Khaled Elgindy, Visiting Scholar Georgetown University Center for Contemporary Arab Studies; Gershon Baskin, former hostage negotiator

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Trump's Israel-Hamas Deal Two Years After October 7th

Sat, 11 Oct 2025 16:42:00 -0000

Two years after October 7th, a rare moment of hope and jubilation for war-ravaged Gaza and for Israelis awaiting the return of their loved ones, after Donald Trump announced the Israel-Hamas deal had been reached. Christiane speaks with three Middle East mediators, Oliver Mcternan of Forward Thinking, Israel's Yossi Beilin who served as the country's justice minister, and Hussein Agha who has a long history in Israeli-Palestinian negotiations, about the intricacies of the deal and whether it will lead to a lasting peace. Then, Christiane speaks with Israeli journalist Nir Hasson about why he thinks Israel's brutal response to the October 7th massacre "destroyed the foundations on which the State of Israel was founded." Plus, CNN's Gustavo Valdes reports on the administration's deportation of Emmy-award winning journalist, Mario Guevara, who was arrested by ICE in June after live-streaming coverage of a "No Kings" protest. Also on the show, former Israeli hostage Nili Margalit recounts her horrendous experience in the tunnels of Gaza during Hamas captivity. Christiane also speaks with Al Jazeera's Gaza bureau chief, Wael al-Dahdouh who became the face of what journalists like himself have had to endure covering the carnage in Gaza. And as the Nobel Peace Prize is awarded this week, from her archives, Christiane revisits the story of Shirin Ebadi, the first Muslim woman and Iranian to win, and the extraordinary courage behind her fight for human rights. Air date: October 11th, 2025 Guests:

Oliver Mcternan, Yossi Beilin, Hussein Agha,

Nir Hasson

Wael al-Dahdouh

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What We Can Learn From UN Legend U Thant

Fri, 10 Oct 2025 18:28:00 -0000

Despite the joy and celebration for people across the Middle East at the US-brokered ceasefire between Israel and Hamas, the United Nations, once seen as the world's best hope for peace, is increasingly paralyzed. U Thant was its Secretary General and played a pivotal role in ending the many international crises of that time. His grandson, renowned historian Thant Myint U, joins the show to talk about his new book "Peacemaker" and what today's leaders can learn from his grandfather.

Also on today's show: Werner Herzog, Author, "The Future of Truth"; Arundhati Roy, Author, "Mother Mary Comes to Me"

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The Response To The Israel-Hamas Deal

Thu, 09 Oct 2025 18:30:00 -0000

Following the announcement of the ceasefire late last night, many are closely watching how Donald Trump’s 20-point peace plan will be implemented in the coming days. While the details of the plan outline a framework for lasting peace, questions remain about how Hamas and Israel will move forward in negotiations and the extent to which international actors will support the process. Nic Robertson joins the program live from Cairo share insights into the global political response to this historic development.

Also on today's show: Israeli artist Sharone Lifschitz, whose parents were taken hostage by Hamas; MSF Communications Officer Nour Alsaqqa; Bushra Khalidi, West Bank Policy Lead, Oxfam; Yossi Beilin, Former Israeli Justice Minister; Oliver McTernan, Co-founder and Director, Forward Thinking; former Palestinian negotiator Hussein Agha; former French Ambassador to UK Sylvie Bermann

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Israeli Journalist Nir Hasson

Wed, 08 Oct 2025 18:44:00 -0000

Talks continue in Egypt to end the war in Gaza. But more than two years after the horrendous Hamas attacks of October 7th, and Israel's brutal military response, if a ceasefire is reached, what will life be like for Israelis, and for Palestinians, after the bombs stop falling? Israeli journalist Nir Hasson writes about what he calls the "October 8th Surprise," Israel's brutal response to the October 7th massacre, which has left tens of thousands of Palestinians dead, Gaza in rubble, and he writes, "destroyed the foundations on which the state of Israel was built." He joins the program from Jerusalem.

Also on today's show: Venezuelan opposition leader David Smolansky; former NSC Senior Director for the Western Hemisphere Juan Sebastian Gonzalez; Business Insider investigative reporter Hannah Beckler

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Israel Marks a Grim Anniversary

Tue, 07 Oct 2025 18:51:00 -0000

Two years on from October 7th, and for so many in Israel, the wounds are still as fresh as ever. This morning people gathered in Hostages Square in Tel Aviv to mark this grim anniversary, and to continue the push for their loved ones to finally be freed. Negotiators are in Egypt, attempting to make President Trump's ceasefire proposal a reality, even as bombs continue to fall on Gaza. Jeremy Diamond joins from Hostages Square with the latest.

Also on today's show: Haaretz journalist Amir Tibon, a survivor of the Hamas attack on October 7th, 2023; Gaza-based UNICEF spokesperson James Elder; Palestinian peace activist Aziz Abu Sarah; author Taylor Harris ("This Boy We Made")

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The Push For Mideast Peace

Mon, 06 Oct 2025 18:37:00 -0000

A push for peace is underway in Egypt, where key negotiators from Israel, Hamas and the United States are looking to reach an agreement on President Donald Trump's 20-point plan to end the war. Trump says they're "very close" to reaching a deal, but huge obstacles remain such as the demand for Hamas to disarm and Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu's views on Palestinian statehood. Israeli journalist Nahum Barnea joins the show from Tel Aviv to discuss.

Also on today's show: Rachid El Khalfi, Spokesperson, Moroccan Ministry of Interior; Susan Glasser, Staff Writer, The New Yorker; Adam Serwer, Staff Writer, The Atlantic

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From Washington's Shutdown to Afghanistan's Internet Blackout

Sat, 04 Oct 2025 16:50:00 -0000

From abroad, the chaos in Washington resonates far and wide, as the U.S. government shuts down, with Democrats going to the mat for American's healthcare. Just as the shutdown took place, Christiane spoke with Democratic Senator Jeanne Shaheen who has worked towards bipartisan consensus for more than thirty years but also believes it's time to mount an effective opposition to some of Trump's policies. Then, director Benny Safdie talks to Christiane about making his new film, "The Smashing Machine," dealing with loss and transforming Dwayne Johnson, aka "The Rock," into a mixed martial artist. Plus, another blow for Afghanistan's women after the internet was shut down in the country for days. Amanda Davies has a special report on the exiled girls fighting for freedom through football. And, defying bombs and presidential warnings to break the news, former CNN chief, Tom Johnson speaks to Christian about his new book, "Driven," dealing with depression and how he led CNN through a golden age despite a nightmarish job interview with Ted Turner and Jane Fonda. Then, after a total and sudden internet blackout by the Taliban in Afghanistan this week, from her archives, shortly after 9/11, when the U.S. and its allies sent the Taliban and Al-Qaeda packing, Christiane's 2001 report about what it was like when TV and satellite were finally brought back. And finally, remembering the remarkable life of primatologist Jane Goodall, Christiane revisits her conversation with the woman who changed our understanding of the world. Air date: October 4th, 2025 Guests:

Jeanne Shaheen

Benny Safdie

Tom Johnson

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China's Case as the World's Superpower

Fri, 03 Oct 2025 18:55:00 -0000

For years, Washington and Beijing have gone head-to-head for economic, military and technological superiority. At the United Nations General Assembly, China sent a clear message that it was ready to step in as the world's superpower - making pledges on everything from trade to climate. As US Ambassador to Beijing, Nicholas Burns witnessed China's push for power up close - from cyber attacks on America to designs on Taiwan, and he joins the show from New York to explain what he saw and what's ahead.

Also on today's show: Benny Safdie, Director, "The Smashing Machine"; Trymaine Lee, Author, "A Thousand Ways to Die"

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Former Ukraine Prime Minister Arseniy Yatsenyuk

Thu, 02 Oct 2025 19:06:00 -0000

Ukraine President Zelensky is in Copenhagen meeting European leaders as they pledge to again boost support for his country's defense. Arseniy Yatsenyuk, who served twice as Ukraine's prime minister and was a leading figure during the pro-Western 2014 Maidan Revolution, joins Christiane in London.

Also on today's show: actor/activist Jane Fonda & SHINE Collab Director Mela Chiponda; Task Force on Nuclear Proliferation and US National Security co-chairs Meghan O'Sullivan and Ernest Moniz

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Why This Shutdown May Be Different

Wed, 01 Oct 2025 18:51:00 -0000

For the first time in six years, the US government has shut down. While government shutdowns are not unprecedented, this one carries unique and potentially far-reaching implications. Speculation is growing that the administration may use the shutdown as an opportunity to enact sweeping changes, including mass firings. Democratic Senator Jeanne Shaheen joins Christiane to explore why this shutdown may be unlike any before, and what the administration’s recent rhetoric and actions could signal for the days ahead.

Also on today's show: Vali Nasr, Professor, School of Advanced International Studies, Johns Hopkins University; former US Senator Joe Manchin

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What to Expect if the US Gov Shuts Down

Tue, 30 Sep 2025 18:42:00 -0000

A government shutdown is looming in the US, with little hope of a last-minute deal to avoid it. Jared Bernstein, the former head of the White House Council of Economic Advisers, joins Bianna to discuss how we got here, and what the impact of a shutdown might be.

Also on today's show: Anshel Pfeffer, Israel correspondent for The Economist; Kori Schake, former US defense department official; Dake Kang, investigative reporter for the Associated Press

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Standing up to Trump at the UN, Palestinian statehood & Jane Fonda on the climate crisis

Sat, 27 Sep 2025 16:21:00 -0000

Following President Trump's tirade against the UN and American allies this week, Christine speaks with Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sanchez on the sidelines of the UNGA. The two discuss how Spain has stood up against some of Trump's demands on immigration, climate, Gaza and NATO, and why it was ahead of most of Europe in recognizing a Palestinian state. Then, legendary Hollywood star Jane Fonda joins the program alongside Zimbabwean human rights defender Mela Chiponda. They talk to Christiane about their new climate fund, what the world can learn from Africa about fighting the climate crisis and Fondas' recollections of Robert Redford. Also, a special "As Equals" report about the female Mexican cab drivers fighting back against the country's fatal misogyny. Plus, after Brazil's President Lula faced off with Donald Trump at the United Nations, Christiane speaks with the country's foreign minister, Mauro Vieira who claims President Trump “is not well-informed” on both the US-Brazil trade deficit and on the Bolsonaro prosecution. From Christiane's archives, a haunting echo of today's wars, where leaders tried to spin a new reality with a litany of lies. She revisits her report on Serbian forces insisting they were not laying siege to Sarajevo despite all the evidence to the contrary. And finally, Christiane visits New York's St. Patrick's Cathedral as it unveils a new mural honoring America's migrants, and speaks with Adam Cvijanovic, the mind behind the masterpiece.

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Former CNN President Tom Johnson

Fri, 26 Sep 2025 18:54:00 -0000

Even after Jimmy Kimmel returned to air, President Trump spoke of launching new legal action against ABC. Former CNN President Tom Johnson helped shape the legacy media landscape and had a front-row seat to many defining moments of the late twentieth century. He speaks to Christiane about his new book "Driven: A Life in Public Service and Journalism from LBJ to CNN" and the state of media today.

Also on today's show: painter Adam Cvijanovic; author Fara Dabhoiwala ("What Is Free Speech?")

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NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte

Thu, 25 Sep 2025 18:56:00 -0000

As world leaders meet at the UN this week, the people of Ukraine are terrorized, many of them now living under constant Russian bombardment. Meanwhile, Putin continues to provoke NATO allies, with repeated incursions by drones and jets into NATO airspace. So what can NATO do? NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte joins Christiane at the UN.

Also on today's show: German Foreign Minister Johann Wadephul; Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sanchez; former federal prosecutor Brendan Ballou

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European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen

Thu, 25 Sep 2025 18:11:00 -0000

In a Truth Social post, President Trump unexpectedly reversed his stance on Russia's war in Ukraine, saying for the first time, "I think Ukraine ... is in a position to fight and win all of Ukraine back in its original form." He called Russia a "paper tiger" and told reporters that NATO countries should shoot down Russian aircrafts that violate their airspace. Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky called Trump's post a "game changer," but issued a warning to world leaders at the UN today. Ursula von der Leyen, the European Commission President, joins Christiane in this exclusive conversation.

Also on today's show: Riyad Mansour, Palestinian observer to the UN; Tom Fletcher, UN Under-Secretary-General for Humanitarian Affairs

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Brazilian Foreign Minister Mauro Vieira

Tue, 23 Sep 2025 18:25:00 -0000

Tradition dictates that the first country to address the UN GA every year is Brazil, which is at loggerheads with the US over the prosecution of former President Jair Bolsonaro - a staunch ally of Donald Trump. While the US president made some positive remarks about his new Brazilian counterpart, he criticized the country, saying it was doing "poorly." Brazil's Foreign Minister Mauro Vieira joins the show.

Also on today's show: Israeli Ambassador to the UN Danny Danon; Columbia University history professor Adam Tooze

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The Push for a Two-State Solution

Mon, 22 Sep 2025 19:32:00 -0000

As world leaders gather in New York for the UN General Assembly, the future of Israel's war in Gaza tops the agenda. The UK, Australia, Canada and Portugal have led the latest push to formally recognize a Palestinian state, with France set to join them today. Joining the show to discuss is former French Prime Minister Dominique De Villepin.

Also on today's show: Hussein Agha, former adviser to Yasser Arafat and Mahmoud Abbas; Robert Malley, former US Middle East peace negotiator; NYT staff writer Jonathan Mahler

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Britan roled out the red carpet for Trump: What did it get them?

Sat, 20 Sep 2025 16:31:00 -0000

A royal welcome for President Trump on his historic second state visit to the United Kingdom. Christiane speaks to Britain's former ambassador to the United States, Peter Westmacott from Windsor.

Then, with world leaders gathering for next week's annual UN General Assembly in New York, UNGA's new president, former German foreign minister Annalena Baerbock speaks to Christiane about the pressing global challenges ahead, as the wars in Ukraine and Gaza continue to rage.

Plus, CNN's Rafael Romo shares the truly incredible journey of how one mother in Chile was reunited with her twin girls 45 years after they were stolen from her during Pinochet’s dictatorship.

And, movie star and author Matthew McConaughey opens up to Christiane about what inspired him to start writing poetry, his deep faith, and sharing the screen with his mother and son in his newest film, "The Lost Bus." From Christiane's archives, a look back at the life and legacy of Hollywood icon and leading man, the late Robert Redford.

And finally, as America marks 238 years since the signing of its constitution, fears over free speech abounds in the aftermath of Charlie Kirk's assassination.

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Can/Will Ukraine 'Make a deal' with Russia?

Thu, 18 Sep 2025 20:19:00 -0000

Prior to embarking on his UK state visit, President Trump alarmed many allies after he again asserted that Ukraine President Zelensky is "going to have to make a deal" with Russia. Leading those negotiations is Secretary of Ukraine's National Security and Defense Council Rustem Umerov. He joins Christiane for an exclusive interview from Kyiv.

Also on today's show: UN General Assembly President Annalena Baerbock; media analyst Brian Stelter; US House Democrat Sara Jacobs

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The Trumps in the UK

Wed, 17 Sep 2025 18:48:00 -0000

Britain is throwing all the royal pageantry that it can muster for President Trump's unprecedented second state visit. The President and the First Lady were greeted earlier by King Charles III and Queen Camilla at Windsor Castle. Meanwhile, some took to the streets in London to protest the US leader's visit. Royal correspondent Max Foster joins the show from Windsor Castle.

Also on today's show: Former US Ambassador to EU Gordon Sondland; Former UK Ambassador to US Peter Westmacott; World Wide Web inventor Tim Berners-Lee

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UN Accuses Israel of Genocide

Tue, 16 Sep 2025 19:45:00 -0000

Israel's ground offensive into Gaza City has begun. It comes as a United Nations independent inquiry has concluded for the first time that Israel has committed genocide against Palestinians in Gaza. The Israeli government rejects the findings, maintaining that it's acting in self-defense against Hamas. To discuss this all, Professor at Columbia School of International and Public Affairs Nadav Eyal joins the show from New York.

Also on today's show: Firas Maksad, Managing Director of the Middle East and North Africa at the Eurasia Group; NYT Chief Africa correspondent Declan Walsh & Sudanese political analyst Kholood Khair; NYT reporter Sheera Frenkel; a 2018 interview with actor/director Robert Redford, who died today at 89

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What Radicalized Suspect in Kirk Killing?

Mon, 15 Sep 2025 18:27:00 -0000

With Tyler Robinson, the suspect in the shooting of right-wing political activist Charlie Kirk, due to appear in court Tuesday, investigators are pointing to “dark internet” culture as a factor that potentially radicalized him. Meanwhile, Donald Trump and his supporters are calling for a crackdown on political opposition. David Frum was a speechwriter for George W. Bush, who now analyzes politics and culture as a staff writer at The Atlantic. He joins the show to discuss.

Also on today's show: Journalist & filmmaker Petra Costa; Susan Mayne, former director of the FDA's Center for Food Safety and Applied Nutrition

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Martin Luther King III on the need for civility in America & what the U.S. response to strikes in Qatar & Poland should be

Sat, 13 Sep 2025 17:28:00 -0000

Following the murder of Trump ally Charlie Kirk, Christiane speaks with human rights activist Martin Luther King III, the eldest son of the late civil rights icon. The two discuss the rising political violence in America and the need to seek civility.

Then, Michigan's Democratic Senator, Elissa Slotkin, speaks with Christiane about what America's foreign policy should look like, following Israel striking inside Qatar and Russian drones entering Polish airspace.

Plus, freed Israeli hostage Liat Beinin Atzili & filmmaker Brandon Kramer join Christiane on set in London to discuss his new film "Holding Liat," looking at how Liat's family fought for her return from Hamas captivity while also grappling with their own moral outrage over the war in Gaza and desire for peace and reconciliation.

Also, Isobel Yeung reports on the UK government's decision to designate Palestine Action a terrorist group.

And twenty four years after 9/11, Christiane reflects on her own coverage in the chaotic days after the attacks, and goes back to her report from Afghanistan from December of 2001, where she and her team found evidence of Osama Bin Laden's plans, his Al-Qaeda training camp, and the last place he was known to have lived before fleeing.

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Al Jazeera Gaza Bureau Chief Wael al-Dahdouh

Fri, 12 Sep 2025 18:59:00 -0000

This week, an Israeli strike targeted Hamas leaders in Qatar as they discussed the latest proposal to end the war in Gaza. As Israel pursues a full-scale invasion of Gaza City, those covering it on the ground face ever greater danger. Since October 7th, the CPJ counts at least 189 Palestinian journalists killed in Gaza. Wael al-Dahdouh is Al Jazeera's Gaza Bureau Chief and he joins the show from London.

Also on today's show: Liat Beinin Atzili, former hostage held in Gaza & Brandon Kramer, Director, "Holding Liat"; Michael Crow, President, Arizona State University

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Martin Luther King III on Political Violence

Thu, 11 Sep 2025 19:06:00 -0000

America is reeling and the world is shocked after conservative youth activist - and staunch Trump ally - Charlie Kirk was assassinated. Acts of violence such as these are not isolated, or unique to one side of the political aisle. Martin Luther King III has experienced this violence firsthand as the son of the civil rights icon who was assassinated in 1968. He joins the show from Atlanta.

Also on today's show: Cynthia Miller-Idriss, Founding Director, Polarization and Extremism Research Innovation Lab at American University; British artist Jenny Saville; author Dan Wang ("Breakneck")

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Putin Provokes Poland, NATO with Drones

Wed, 10 Sep 2025 18:42:00 -0000

The Polish prime minister says his country is the closest it's been to open coflict since World War II, after NATO fighter jets were forced to take out Russian drones fired into its airspace. Nick Paton Walsh is following the story and shares his report.

Also on today's show: US Democratic Senator Elissa Slotkin; historiand/author Jill Lepore; NYT reporter Matthew Cole

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Israel Attacks Hamas Inside Qatar

Tue, 09 Sep 2025 19:14:00 -0000

Israel has carried out an attack targeting senior Hamas leaders in Qatar's capital Doha. It is the first Israeli strike in the Gulf state and marks a significant escalation of its tactics against the militant group. Qatar is calling the attack a "blatant violation of international law." Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu says his country "accepts responsibility" for the operation, which he claims was justified after a mass shooting in Jerusalem on Monday. For more on this, we are joined by several guests:

Amos Yadlin, Former Head of Israeli Defense Intelligence
Jeremy Diamond, CNN International Correspondent
Mustafa Barghouti, President, Palestinian National Initiative
Marwan Muasher, Former Jordanian FM
Aaron David Miller, Former State Dept Middle East Negotiator
Mina Al-Oraibi, Editor-in-Chief, The National

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Where Things Stand in Russia's War Against Ukraine

Mon, 08 Sep 2025 18:45:00 -0000

Russia launched the largest air attack of the war so far, damaging a government building for the first time, and killing more Ukrainian civilians. While President Trump says he is now ready to move to a "second phase" of sanctions on Moscow, despite the Kremlin claiming that sanctions could never force them to change course in the war. Michael Kofman, a senior fellow in the Russia and Eurasia Program at the Carnegie Endowment for International Peace, joins the show to tell us where things stand on the battlefields.

Also on today's show: Ivan Briscoe, Senior Director for Policy, International Crisis Group; CNN Jerusalem Correspondent Jeremy Diamond; Stacey Abrams, former Democratic Leader, Georgia House of Representative

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What anti-west meeting in Beijing means for U.S. power

Sat, 06 Sep 2025 16:28:00 -0000

This week, as China's president Xi Jinping raises an “axis of upheaval," Christiane speaks with Kurt Campbell and Matthew Bartlett, two former State Department officials under Biden and Trump 1.0, about the fallout of the historic show of force in Beijing. Then, Israeli and Palestinian negotiators Yossi Beilin and Hiba Husseini join Christiane to discuss their bold plan for peace, "The Holy Land Confederation" and how it differs from past proposals for a two-state solution. Plus, CNN's Mike Valero has the latest on what Kim Jong-Un's daughter's international debut in Beijing might mean for the world's most mysterious nation. And, author E.A. Hanks bares all about the trauma of her childhood, how she would swing from the glamour of movie sets with her Oscar-winning dad, Tom Hanks, to a home full of uncertainty and pain with her mother. Also, from her archives, after India's leader Narendra Modi and and back in 2008 Christiane spoke with the Dalai Lama and the activists living in Indian exile, opposing China's control.

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Former Poland President Lech Walesa

Fri, 05 Sep 2025 18:49:00 -0000

Few countries are more aware of the fragility of democracy than Poland. 45 years ago, Lech Walesa started Poland's Solidarity Movement, stared down the Soviet Union, and became his country's first democratically elected president. He joins the show from Phoenix, Arizona to discuss today's dangers and his own extraordinary personal and political story.

Also on today's show: author Elizabeth A. Hanks, daughter of Tom Hanks, discusses her new autobiography, "The Ten"; FEMA veterans Katherine Landers & Deanne Criswell

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Israeli, Palestinian Work Toward Two-State Solution

Thu, 04 Sep 2025 18:30:00 -0000

As the IDF is preparing the enter Gaza City, the future is increasingly uncertain for Palestinians. But even in the middle of this war, there are those who have never given up on the possibility of two states. Yossi Belin served as Justice Minister in Israel and was a key peace negotiator, while Hiba Husseini is a longtime Palestinian peace negotiator. They have been working together to create a plan for a two-state solution. They both join Christiane to discuss this plan.

Also on today's show: Imani Perry, Professor in Studies of Women, Gender and Sexuality, Harvard University; Dr. Michael Osterholm, Dir., Center for Infectious Disease Research & Policy, U. of Minnesota

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Trump Accuses Xi of 'Conspiring' Against US

Wed, 03 Sep 2025 18:47:00 -0000

Xi Jinping put China's full military might on display in Beijing, joined by the leaders of Russia and North Korea. And those striking images of Xi, Putin and Kim standing side by side certainly caught the attention of Donald Trump, who accused the Chinese leader of "conspiring" against his country. Kurt Campbell served as deputy Secretary of State and architect of the Biden administration's China policy. Matthew Bartlett served in the State Department during President Trump's first term. They join the show together.

Also on today's show: Israeli historian and writer Fania Oz-Salzberger; author Emma Ashford ("First Among Equals")

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Special Report: China's New World Order

Tue, 02 Sep 2025 19:24:00 -0000

As the world marks the 80th anniversary since World War II came to an end, a strengthening alliance between Russia, China, and North Korea is casting doubt on whether the post-1945 world order is crumbling. As Beijing hosts two of America's biggest adversaries in the Shanghai Cooperation Organization Summit, striking a deal with Vladimir Putin for a new natural gas pipeline, the US is increasingly becoming more isolationist and transactional. Correspondent Ivan Watson breaks down the results of the summit and what it means for a new world order.

Also on today's show: former US State Department official Richard Haass; journalist/author Ronen Bergman; former US Labor Secretary Robert Reich

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Xi, Putin Cozy Up in China

Mon, 01 Sep 2025 19:55:00 -0000

China's security summit, which is wrapping up its second day, is being presented as an alternative alliance to the American and European-led world order. A key talking point of the meeting is the relationship between China's leader Xi and Russia's leader Putin. CNN Correspondent Mark Stewart joins the show with the latest from the Beijing.

Also on today's show: Chatham House CEO Bronwen Maddox; IRC Afghanistan Country Director Sherine Ibrahim; Caitlin Howarth, Director of Conflict Analytics, Yale Humanitarian Research Lab

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A look at some of the most widely acclaimed voices shaping 2025

Sat, 30 Aug 2025 16:23:00 -0000

As Summer comes to a close, we're celebrating some of the most widely acclaimed voices who shaped this past year, from film to theater, to cooking and the written word.

First, one of the year's defining writers, Pullitzer Prize-winning Palestinian poet Mosab Abu Toha speaks to Christiane about his award-winning poems and the dire conditions his family members continue to face in Gaza since he managed to escape.

Then breakout star and Oscar winner Mikey Madison talks about playing a Brooklyn sex worker in "Anora" and how she prepared for the role which won her Best Actress at the Oscars.

Also, three-time James Beard nominee for Best Chef, Iranian-born Nasim Alikhani discusses her contemporary spin on Iranian cuisine, her journey to the U.S. and what it was like cooking for the Biden White House.

Plus, actors Jessica Hecht and Bill Irwin, stars of "Eureka Day," talk to Christiane about the Broadway play that satirizes vaccine skepticism and took home the Tony Award for Best Revival of a Play.

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Has the US Slipped into Fascism?

Fri, 29 Aug 2025 18:19:00 -0000

President Trump is ramping up his anti-crime agenda, with armed troops on the streets of Washington DC and threats that more cities will soon follow. Immigration raids are ramping up across the country, and deportations are surging. So where does this leave the United States' democratic values? Journalist and historian Garrett Graff says that the country has already slipped into fascism, and he joins the show from Vermont.

Also on today's show: musician Jon Batiste; writer/director John Ridley

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Chaos at the US CDC

Thu, 28 Aug 2025 18:50:00 -0000

The White House has fired the Director of the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, Susan Monarez, after only one month in the position. This comes just days after she reportedly clashed with Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. over his stance on vaccines. Several other top CDC officials announced they were quitting in her wake, leaving the health agency in turmoil. Doctor Fiona Havers is a former CDC official and infectious disease expert, who resigned from her post as a Senior Vaccine Adviser in June, citing concerns about changes to the agency's vaccine processes under Secretary Kennedy. She joins the show to discuss what this all means for public health in America, and for the next pandemic.

Also on today's show: Narges Bajoghli, Associate Professor of Middle East Studies, Johns Hopkins University & Suzanne Maloney, VP/Director of Foreign Policy, The Brookings Institution; David Mora, Senior Analyst for Mexico, International Crisis Group

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Yet Another US School Shooting

Wed, 27 Aug 2025 18:35:00 -0000

In the wake of the deadly school shooting in Minneapolis, former FBI Deputy Director Andrew McCabe joins the show from Washington, DC.

Also on today's show: US Democratic Senator Jeanne Shaheen; India's World Editor Happymon Jacob; former FEMA administrator Craig Fugate

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Trump's Fed Firing Prompts Lawsuit

Tue, 26 Aug 2025 19:22:00 -0000

Federal Reserve Governor Lisa Cook's lawyer has filed a lawsuit against President Trump following his unprecedented attempt to fire her on Monday. Many experts fear that the president's latest action could spell the end of the Fed's independence. Gregg Nunziata, Executive Director of the Society for the Rule of Law and Natasha Sarin, Former US Department of Treasury official weigh in on the legal and economic ramifications.

Also on today's show: David J. Bier, Director of Immigration Studies, Cato Institute; Oren Lieberman, CNN Jerusalem Bureau Chief; Amande Bazerolle, Deputy Program Manager in Charge of Palestine, Médecins Sans Frontières

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Ukraine Celebrates Independence as Russia's War Rages

Mon, 25 Aug 2025 19:03:00 -0000

Ukrainian President Zelensky marked his country's independence day this weekend by promising his people they would one day celebrate peace under a Ukrainian flag. However, the future appears less certain than ever, with no signs of a workable deal in the cards. Yaroslav Trofimov is Chief Foreign Affairs Correspondent for The Wall Street Journal and he joins the show to discuss if there's any hope that Russia will come to the negotiating table.

Also on today's show: Andrew Yeo, Senior Fellow and SK-Korea Foundation Chair, Brookings Institution; author Karen Hao ("Empire of AI")

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Reviving a two-state solution and the plastics inside our organs

Sat, 23 Aug 2025 16:28:00 -0000

With the Middle East embroiled in endless conflict, Palestinian and Israeli peacemakers, Hiba Qasas and Nimrod Sheffer discuss a different way forward and how to revive the two-state solution. Then, science writer David Wallace-Wells talks to Christiane about the dangers of plastic pollution and the microplastics are in our vital organs. He warns Donald Trump's rollback of climate change regulations will impact our health.

Plus, former New York Times Paris bureau chief Elaine Sciolino talks to Christiane about her new book, "Adventures in the Louvre," and takes her behind the scenes of the iconic museum, from its famous glass pyramid to the coveted Mona Lisa.

Then a look at Afghanistan under the Taliban, now and the first time they took over in 1996.

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No Progress on Ending War in Ukraine

Fri, 22 Aug 2025 20:58:00 -0000

One week, two landmark diplomatic meetings, and seemingly no concrete progress made towards ending the war in Ukraine. As the diplomacy grinds on, so does the fighting, with soldiers on the front line and civilians both paying the price. Journalist Masha Gessen and historian Peter Frankopan join the program to discuss.

Also on today's show: musician Jon Batiste (please note the Batiste interview is interrupted for CNN Breaking News)

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Is Israel Really Ready to Take Over Gaza City?

Thu, 21 Aug 2025 20:19:00 -0000

The Israeli Military says it is on the outskirts of Gaza City, and that's just the first step of a larger operation. CNN Jerusalem Bureau Chief Oren Liebermann joins the show from Jerusalem, followed by Israeli political analyst Dahlia Scheindlin.

Also on today's show: author Bill McKibben, "Here Comes the Sun: A Last Chance for the Climate and Fresh Chance for Civilization"; artist Amy Sherald

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Israel Prepares Gaza City Takeover

Wed, 20 Aug 2025 19:13:00 -0000

The Israeli military is calling up more than 60,000 army reservists ahead of the planned takeover and occupation of Gaza City. Gaza City is one of the most densely populated areas of Gaza, and officials there are calling for international intervention, fearing for what will likely be the forced displacement of hundreds of thousands of Palestinian civilians. Paula Hancocks joins the show to discuss.

Also on today's show: Director Julia Loktev and her co-director, Russian journalist Anna Nemzer, discuss their new documentary "My Undesirable Friends"; Christopher Sabatini, Senior Fellow for Latin America, Chatham House

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Is Russia's War in Ukraine Any Closer to Ending?

Tue, 19 Aug 2025 19:17:00 -0000

After Ukrainian President Zelensky visited the White House with European leaders, it's still not clear if Moscow's war in Ukraine is any closer to ending. Now European and world leaders are assessing the aftermath of the high-stakes meeting. Benjamin Haddad is France's Minister for European Affairs and he joins the show to discuss his nation's support for a strong and autonomous Ukraine.

Also on today's show: Former Russian Foreign Minister Andrei Kozyrev; Jimmy Lai's lawyer Caoilfhionn Gallagher and son Sebastien Lai

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Special Preview: Trump-Putin Summit

Fri, 15 Aug 2025 19:10:00 -0000

Donald Trump and Vladimir Putin are meeting in Alaska, ostensibly to discuss ending the war in Ukraine. Notably absent, however, is Ukraine President Zelensky. His position on a ceasefire has been consistent since the beginning of the war, as you'll hear from Christiane's conversation with him, recorded at the Munich Security Conference in February.

Also on today's show: Kremlin spokesperson Dmitry Peskov; Bill Browder, CEO and Co-founder, Hermitage Capital Management, who was deported from Russia in 2005

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Putin Praises Trump Ahead of Summit

Thu, 14 Aug 2025 19:09:00 -0000

Vladimir Putin had positive words for Donald Trump on the eve of their Alaska summit, flattering Trump’s diplomatic initiative and hinting at broader opportunities for peace. Meanwhile, Ukraine President Volodymyr Zelensky met with British Prime Minister Keir Starmer today to underscore a united front among western leaders, who agree that any peace plan must start with a ceasefire, and that Ukraine must be at the table for any follow-up negotiations. For perspective, Christiane is joined by former Ukraine Foreign Minister Dmytro Kuleba.

Also on today's show: Gen. Nimrod Sheffer, Ret. Chief of Planning of the Israeli Air Force & Hiba Qasas, Executive Director, Principles For Peace Foundation; Texas Democratic representative James Talarico

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A Veteran Diplomat's Take on Gaza Peace Talks

Wed, 13 Aug 2025 20:01:00 -0000

A Hamas delegation is in Cairo for new talks on ending the Gaza war. Veteran diplomat Prince Turki Al Faisal, who has deep experience in the region, having served as Saudi Arabia's ambassador to the US and UK, joins us to discuss.

Also on today's show: Michael Kimmage, Director, Kennan Institute, Wilson Center / Professor of History, Catholic University of America; DC councilmember Brooke Pinto

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What to Make of Trump's DC Takeover

Tue, 12 Aug 2025 18:47:00 -0000

The streets of Washington, DC will soon be patrolled by 800 National Guard troops, the city's police will be under federal control for the first time in their history, and homeless people will be forced to leave. According to President Trump, it's all necessary to tackle a purported wave of lawlessness. And while crime is certainly a problem in the capital, Trump's description of a public safety emergency told a slightly different story than the statistics. There's actually been a decrease in crime, with violent crime at a 30-year low. With Trump hinting that Washington is just the first city to face these measures, what does this say about his exertion of executive power? Andrew McCabe was the acting FBI Director in the first Trump administration, he joins the program to discuss.

Also on today's show: Victoria Fontan, Rector of the American University of Malta & Mumtaz Islamzay, Afghan Student; David A. Graham, Staff writer, The Atlantic

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Bibi Doubles Down on Gaza

Mon, 11 Aug 2025 16:57:00 -0000

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu is doubling down on his threat to capture Gaza City, despite a growing chorus of condemnation. This comes as Gaza faces heavy bombardment, with targeted Israeli strikes on Sunday killing several journalists, including one of Al Jazeera's most prominent correspondents, Anas Al-Sharif. The IDF claims he ran a Hamas terrorist cell, an allegation Al-Sharif previously denied. Amos Harel is a military correspondent and defense analyst for Haaretz and he joins the show from Israel.

Also on today's show: Ivo Daalder, Former Ambassador to NATO/ CEO, Chicago Council on Global Affairs; Dmitry Valuev, Russian pro-democracy and anti-war activist; Atlantic staff writer Anne Applebaum & photojournalist Lynsey Addario

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80 Years Since the Atomic Bombing of Nagasaki

Sat, 09 Aug 2025 20:30:00 -0000

80 years since America dropped the atomic bombs on Hiroshima and Nagasaki Academy Award-winning director James Cameron teams up with the former energy secretary Ernest Moniz, to make sure we never forget the catastrophe that changed the world.

She's been called the Mr. Rogers of our time, YouTube Toddler Sensation, Ms. Rachel, on why she's using her platform to speak out for Gaza's suffering children. Also, dream apartments for sale at bargain prices. The catch is someone must die.

Plus, Kristen Scott Thomas steps behind the camera for her directorial debut and an interview with Hiroshima survivor, a Nobel Peace Prize winner, and one of the last witnesses to that nuclear horror.

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MAGA's Negative Impact on the Climate

Fri, 08 Aug 2025 18:39:00 -0000

This week, a wildfire the size of Paris ripped through Southern France, temperatures soared in Spain and an extraordinary UN meeting aimed at reining in the global production of plastic took place in Geneva. But across the ocean in the United States, Trump's MAGA movement is rolling back plans to mitigate climate change. David Wallace-Wells is an opinion writer for the New York Times who wrote the book "The Uninhabitable Earth" and he spoke to Christiane from New York.

Also on today's show: Kristin Scott Thomas, Director and Actor, “My Mother’s Wedding”; Anna Merlan, Senior Reporter, Mother Jones

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Exiled Russian Journalist Mikhail Zygar

Thu, 07 Aug 2025 18:55:00 -0000

The presidents of Russia and the United States will soon meet face to face, a big coup for Putin, who has been boycotted by Western leaders since invading Ukraine. And even President Trump admits his envoy's visit to Moscow this week yielded no concrete result. Trump has long believed in the power of his own personal ability to strike deals, but many are skeptical about Moscow's intentions, including Ukraine's President Zelensky. Mikhail Zygar is a Russian journalist who has been forced to live in exile since the 2022 invasion, and he joins Christiane from New York.

Also on today's show: children's entertainer and educator Ms. Rachel; Yale professor Daniel Martinez Hosang

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Bibi Eyeing Complete Gaza Takeover?

Wed, 06 Aug 2025 19:22:00 -0000

A plan for a full Israeli military takeover of Gaza is reportedly being pushed by Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu but opposed by the IDF chief of staff, who called the decision a trap for his forces and a possible death sentence for hostages. As photos of widespread hunger in Gaza continue to spark international backlash, a growing number of Israelis are taking to the streets and speaking out. Emmanuelle Elbaz-Phelps is a French-Israeli journalist and she joins Christiane from Tel Aviv.

Also on today's show: director James Cameron & former US Secretary of Energy Ernest Moniz; Jennifer Peyton, former immigration judges George Pappas & Jennifer Peyton

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Joe Kennedy on Rebuilding Democratic Values

Tue, 05 Aug 2025 19:27:00 -0000

The battle is on in Texas, where Republicans voted to issue civil arrest warrants for Democrats who fled the state to stop plans to redistrict the congressional map. Texas Democrats involved say they're “running into the fight to stand up for our democracy.” Former Democratic Congressman Joe Kennedy, grandson of Robert F. Kennedy, says his party is failing to meet many voters where they are. With that in mind, he started "Groundwork Project," a non-profit aiming to rebuild Democratic values in four key red states. He joins the show from Boston.

Also on today's show: Carlos Dada, El Salvadorian Journalist and Founder, El Faro; author Garret Graff ("The Devil Reached Toward the Sky"); Setsuko Thurlow, Hiroshima atomic bomb survivor

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What's Really Happening with the US Economy?

Mon, 04 Aug 2025 19:11:00 -0000

While the White House claims the US economy is booming, recent data indicates otherwise, with one report in particular fueling concerns about a weak job market. In response, President Trump fired the person responsible for producing the numbers he claims were "rigged." So what's really happening? Nobel Prize-winning economist Paul Krugman and Greg Mankiw, who served as chair of the White House Council of Economic Advisers under President Bush, join the show to break it all down.

Also on today's show: Alexander Gabuev, Director, Carnegie Russia Eurasia Center; Barak Ravid, Global Affairs Correspondent, Axios; author Sami Tamimi ("Boutany")

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Trump's New World Order

Sat, 02 Aug 2025 17:50:00 -0000

Donald Trump recently proclaimed on social media that he is "the president of peace," but peaceful, the world is not. The Gaza war continues, Palestinian children are starving, Russia's war in Ukraine grinds on, and the global economy is in flux, with tremendous uncertainty over Trump's tariffs. For veteran diplomat and the former president of the Council on Foreign Relations Richard Haass, these are remarkable times indeed, as he watches the current world order morph under MAGA. He joins the program from New York.

Also on today's show: Tomohiko Taniguchi, Former Special Adviser to Shinzo Abe

& Mira Rapp-Hooper, Partner, The Asia Group; Afeef Nessouli, journalist & Aaid worker, Glia

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Israeli Human Rights Groups Allege "Genocide" in Gaza

Sat, 02 Aug 2025 04:00:00 -0000

As suffering and starvation continues unimpeded in Gaza, the chorus of criticism is becoming louder, and not just from abroad. In an unprecedented move, Yuli Novak & Guy Shalev, the executive directors of B'Tselem and Physicians for Human Rights-Israel, two leading Israeli human rights groups, tell Christiane why they believe their government is committing genocide in Gaza. Then former National Institutes of Health chief Francis Collins discusses the chilling impact of science and research cuts on American healthcare under Donald Trump's second term. Also, as Trump ramps up pressure on Putin's grinding war, Nick Paton Walsh has a special report on one of the country's youngest victims, Tymur, aged ten. Plus, after recent elections in Japan saw the obscure far-right party, Sanseito, make dramatic gains in the recent election, Christiane discusses whether Trump or tourists are behind the stunning results with Tomohiko Taniguchi, a former advisor to longtime Japanese Prime Minister Shinzo Abe and Mira Rapp-Hooper, who was a special Asia advisor to President Biden. Thirty-five years since Saddam Hussein invaded Kuwait, from her archives, Christiane's report on America's massive military buildup in the Saudi desert ahead of their effort to repel Saddam, and the weary U.S. troops she met there, worried about insufficient supplies and what was yet to come.

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UN Relief Chief Tom Fletcher

Thu, 31 Jul 2025 18:35:00 -0000

In Gaza, dozens more Palestinians have joined the list of those killed by Israel as they try to find food, after Israeli forced opened fire near an aid site. This comes as President Trump's Special Envoy met with Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu, who is becoming increasingly isolated on the world stage. Amid diplomatic and political moves, the World Food Program says people in Gaza need aid urgently and immediately. To delve into this further, Tom Fletcher, the United Nations top humanitarian official, joins the show.

Also on today's show: Nimrod Novik, Former senior advisor to former Israeli Prime Minister Shimon Peres; former NSA General Counsel Glenn Gerstell

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Children Suffering, Dying in Gaza

Wed, 30 Jul 2025 19:02:00 -0000

At least 89 children in Gaza have now lost their lives as a result of starvation. Rachel Cummings is Save the Children's humanitarian director in Gaza and she joins the show from Deir Al Balah in central Gaza.

Also on today's show: Yuli Novak, Executive Director, B'Tselem & Guy Shalev, Executive Director, Physicians for Human Rights; Donald Whitehead Jr., Executive Dir., National Coalition for the Homeless

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Famine Unfolding in Gaza

Tue, 29 Jul 2025 18:48:00 -0000

A worst-case scenario of famine is unfolding in Gaza, where widespread starvation, malnutrition and disease are driving a rise in hunger-related deaths. This announcement comes as international pressure continues to build on Israel, with Britain announcing it would recognize Palestinian statehood in September unless Israel ends its military campaign in Gaza. Jeremy Diamond, Jerusalem correspondent, reports from Tel Aviv.

Also on today's show: US House Democrat Jake Auchincloss; singer-songwriter Margo Price; Yasmin Green (CEO, Jigsaw at Google) & Gillian Tett (Columnist, Financial Times/Provost, King's College, Cambridge)

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Palestinian Authority PM on the Hunger Crisis and Desperation in Gaza

Sat, 26 Jul 2025 23:09:00 -0000

As appalling scenes of starvation and destruction out of Gaza continue, Christiane speaks exclusively with the Palestinian Authority Prime Minister. The two discuss the hunger crisis in the enclave, who governs the day after the Gaza war ends, and hopes for Palestinian statehood. Then, Oscar-winning filmmaker Mstyslav Chernov joins Christiane to discuss his new documentary "2000 Meters to Andriivka," bringing the brutality of war alive on-screen and connecting viewers to the everyday men fighting on the front lines. Also, from Downton Abbey to Hollywood's golden age, actress Elizabeth McGovern talks to Christiane about her new play about Ava Gardner, and the men who loved her. Plus, CNN's Isobel Yeung travels to Afghanistan reporting on the devastating impacts and distressing reality on the ground after USAID cuts. And, from her archives, 72 years after the armistice agreement ended fighting in the Korean War, Christiane's report from Pyongyang about how the legacy of that war is still fueling North Korean hatred towards the United States decades later.

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Former NIH Director Francis Collins

Fri, 25 Jul 2025 16:54:00 -0000

In the first six months of his second term, Donald Trump has set about changing the very fabric of America. And in the crosshairs: science. Unprecedented funding cuts and staff layoffs across universities, federal agencies and programs are threatening to derail research crucial in tackling the most pressing health issues facing Americans and indeed much of the world. Francis Collins has overseen some of the most revolutionary science of the last few decades before announcing his retirement in March, and he joins the show with a warning.

Also on today's show: Mstyslav Chernov, Director, 2000 Meters to Andriivka; Carly Ann York, Author, "The Salmon Cannon and the Levitating Frog and Other Serious Discoveries of Silly Science"

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Dying for Aid in Gaza

Thu, 24 Jul 2025 20:47:00 -0000

The World Health Organization assesses that Gaza is suffering from a man-made "mass starvation," as vital aid gets caught up in Israel's blockade. Gaza health officials say that 113 people have already died from malnutrition, and that all 2.1 million people in the enclave now face food insecurity. Correspondent Jeremy Diamond investigates reports of Israeli fire killing more than a thousand desperate Palestinians near Gaza aid sites in the last eight weeks.

Also on today's show: Mohammad Mustafa, Palestinian Authority Prime Minister; actor and playwright Elizabeth McGovern; NYT Deputy Investigations Editor David Enrich

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More Than 100 Aid Organizations Warn of Famine in Gaza

Wed, 23 Jul 2025 22:04:00 -0000

More than 100 aid organizations warn, "famine" is knocking on the door in Gaza. Correspondent Jeremy Diamond reports on the dire situation there. Then, as the International Court of Justice gives its first ever ruling on climate change, we hear from a Vanuatu official whose Pacific Island Nation faces an existential threat from rising oceans. And, how U.S. funding cuts set back the fight against HIV/AIDS. Christiane speaks to South African activist Zackie Achmat.

Also, a decorated U.S. army veteran forced to self-deport to Korea. Michel Martin speaks with Sae Joon Park and immigration lawyer Danicole Ramos.

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How USAID's Demise Threatens Afghanistan

Tue, 22 Jul 2025 20:35:00 -0000

USAID has officially closed its doors, but the devastating impact of its loss is echoing around the world. Among those worst hit is Afghanistan, which received over 40 percent of its humanitarian support from the US. One study predicts that, if the cuts continue through 2030, 14 million people could die as a result. It's not hard to find evidence of how this is already materializing, as correspondent Isobel Yeung saw for herself.

Also on today's show: Bulwark senior reporter Will Sommer; TechTonic Justice founder Kevin De Liban

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Gaza's Deepening Hunger Crisis

Mon, 21 Jul 2025 19:10:00 -0000

The people of Gaza are facing an impossible choice - try to survive starvation, or risk their lives to find food. 25 nations, including the UK, Canada and France, have united to condemn what they call the "drip feeding of aid and the inhumane killing of civilians," and to appeal for an end to the war. But for many it's already too late, as correspondent Paula Hancocks reports.

Also on today's show: CNN Jerusalem correspondent Jeremy Diamond; Atlantic Council Senior Fellow Ibrahim Al-Assil; military analyst Franz-Stefan Gady; Atlantic staff writer Jennifer Senior; CNN senior White House reporter Kevin Liptak

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Exclusive with Brazilian President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva as Trump Threatens 50% Tariffs

Sat, 19 Jul 2025 17:11:00 -0000

First up this week is Christiane's exclusive interview with the President of Brazil, Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva, and his response to President Trump threatening him with a 50% tariff and claims the Bolsonaro investigation is a "witch hunt." Then, Christiane talks to billionaire media mogul Barry Diller about his new book, Who Knew in which he bares all about his dysfunctional childhood, sexuality, climb to success and his love for fashion queen Diane von Furstenberg. CNN's Donie O'Sullivan reports on the latest chapter of Ireland's national trauma, with excavations beginning this week in Tuam, Ireland for the remains of nearly 800 babies and young children who disappeared from what are known as mother and baby homes — their remains hidden in a septic tank beneath a housing estate. Plus, CIA chronicler and Pullitzer Prize-winning journalist Tim Weiner speaks with Christiane about his new book, "The Mission," why America is especially threatened now, and what intelligence looks like in the age of Trump. As the world marks the 56th anniversary of Apollo 11's trip to the moon, from Christiane's archive, her interview with American Astronaut Scott Kelly and Russian Cosmonaut Mikhail Kornienko from the International Space Station about how space travel made teams out of some of the world's most bitter rivals.

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Media Mogul Barry Diller Spills The Beans

Fri, 18 Jul 2025 19:07:00 -0000

Barry Diller has transformed the way people around the world enjoy entertainment, helping to put some of the biggest titles in film and television on our screens. He's also enjoyed success beyond Hollywood, becoming CEO of Paramount Pictures at just 32, before launching the Fox TV network. He made home shopping the habit of millions, and later founded the conglomerate IAC which has owned dozens of brands. Until now, the story of Barry Diller himself has never really been told - but his new memoir "Who Knew" candidly answers questions that have persisted for decades. He speaks to Christiane about this experience of looking back and opening up.

Also on today's show: author Tim Weiner ("The Mission: The CIA in the 21st Century"); NIH Director Dr. Jay Bhattacharya

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Exclusive: Brazilian President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva

Thu, 17 Jul 2025 19:34:00 -0000

Brazilian President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva is coming out fighting against President Trump's extraordinary threat of 50% tariffs. Trump's tariffs are mostly slapped on nations that have a trade surplus with America. But Brazil has a trade deficit. So why? To settle scores for Lula's predecessor Jair Bolsonaro, now facing trial for allegedly attempting to stage a coup. The current Brazilian president joins the show from Brasilia for an exclusive interview, and says it's unacceptable for the USA, or any foreign government, to interfere in their internal affairs and their judicial process, and the best way to discuss any trade issues is around the negotiating table.

Also on today's show: Ami Ayalon, former director, Shin Bet; author Lizzie Wade ("Apocalypse")

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Former British Intelligence Chief John Sawers

Wed, 16 Jul 2025 19:24:00 -0000

Fighting is intensifying inside Syria, after Israel launched a powerful series of airstrikes on the capital, Damascus. And as conflict in the Middle East escalates, Russia launched more massive air strikes on Ukraine. Christiane speaks with former British Intelligence chief John Sawers about an increasingly complicated global landscape.

Also on today's show: Jason Furman, former Chairman, Council of Economic Advisers & Financial Times columnist Gillian Tett; Maryland Governor Wes Moore

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Violence Escalates in West Bank

Tue, 15 Jul 2025 19:15:00 -0000

An American citizen is killed by Israeli settlers. We have a special report on the escalating violence in the occupied West Bank. Then, Israel hits targets in southern Syria, saying it's protecting the Druze community. What does it all mean for Syria and its stability? Plus, the International Criminal Court warns that war crimes may be committed in Darfur. Where is the accountability? Finally, former Treasury Secretary Larry Summers gives Walter Isaacson his take on President Trump's sweeping domestic policy bill.

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How Trump's New Ukraine Weapons Deal Works

Mon, 14 Jul 2025 19:29:00 -0000

Donald Trump is putting the pressure on Russia today, announcing a new weapons deal for Ukraine. David Shimer, former director of Russian Affairs at the US National Security Council under President Biden, and Ivo Daalder, former US Ambassador to NATO, join the show to discuss.

Also on today's show: Zan Times Editor-in-Chief Zahra Nader; author Sam Tanenhaus ("Buckley: The Life and the Revolution that Changed America")

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Mahmoud Khalil Speaks to CNN About His 104 Days in ICE Detention

Sat, 12 Jul 2025 21:27:00 -0000

Free after more than 100 days without charge, Christiane speaks with Palestinian activist Mahmoud Khalil as the Trump Administration continues its efforts to deport him in what is his first interview on CNN. They speak about the accusations against him, whether the campus protests were antisemetic and about what it was like missing his son's birth while in I.C.E. custody. Then, after New York Mayoral Candidate Zohran Mamdani's stunning victory in the democratic primary, Christiane speaks with Senator Bernie Sanders about whether a new wave of progressive activism is rocking the Democratic party. Plus. with a ceasefire deal on the line, Galia David, mother of Israeli hostage Evyatar David who remains in Gaza, joins Christiane to talk about why she's hopeful for the first time her son will come home. And, thirty years since the Srebrenica massacre took place, Christiane revisits her face-to-face interview with Ratko Mladić, known as the "Butcher of Bosnia," who conducted the genocide, to understand how the world let it happen. She also recalls witnessing the families of the victims looking for closure and coming to bury the bodies of the victims 20 years later. And finally, 40 years since the humanitarian concert event that made history, Christiane takes peek at the road to Live Aid.

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Bernie Sanders is doing what Democrats Can't

Thu, 10 Jul 2025 18:34:00 -0000

Six months into President Trump's second term, his quest to remake America rolls along, highlighted by the passage last week of his sweeping domestic policy bill - despite polls showing it's unpopular with most Americans. Democrats have been completely unable to mount an opposition, but Vermont's Independent Senator Bernie Sanders is drawing record crowds with his "Fighting Oligarchy Tour." He joins the show from Capitol Hill.

Also on today's show: Correspondent Matthew Chance on the Russia-Ukraine war; NYT reporter Farnaz Fassihi on Israel's devastating strikes in Iran; correspondent Paula Hancocks on Israel's devastating strikes on Gaza; director Jeff Bieber ("Hannah Arendt: Facing Tyranny")

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UNICEF Spokesperson James Elder

Wed, 09 Jul 2025 18:47:00 -0000

Israel's Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu is in Washington for what's now an extended visit to President Trump. But their talk of an imminent ceasefire has yet to come to fruition. Instead, Israel's renewed offensive in Gaza has killed hundreds more in recent days, while the country's Defense Minister is proposing to move 600,000 Palestinians into a concentrated area of Rafah. James Elder has just returned from a recent trip for UNICEF and joins Christiane in the studio.

Also on today's show: Galia David, Mother of Evyatar David, Hostage held by Hamas; Tamir Hayman, Former IDF Intelligence Chief; Kentucky Governor Andy Beshear

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Is Middle East Peace Really Attainable?

Tue, 08 Jul 2025 19:34:00 -0000

President Trump claimed that Gaza ceasefire talks are "going well" as he met with Israel's Prime Minister Netanyahu in Washington, who was also optimistic after the meeting, even saying that peace between Israel and the entire Middle East was possible under Trump's leadership. While the world waits for an agreement, the people of Gaza continue to be bombed, with over 60 people reported killed there today. Noa Landau is the Deputy Editor-in-Chief of the Israeli newspaper Haaretz, which has done extensive investigative reporting on this war, and she joins the program from Tel Aviv.

Also on today's show: economist Ernie Tedeschi; NYT reporter Caroline Kitchener; award-winning playwright Branden Jacobs-Jenkins ("Purpose")

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Netanyahu Meets Trump at White House

Mon, 07 Jul 2025 19:16:00 -0000

First: As Gaza ceasefire talks continue in Doha, Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu is in Washington, DC to meet with US President Donald Trump. Could a deal between Israel and Hamas be within reach? Israeli journalist Nadav Ayal explains.

Plus: Texas braces for more rain after floods kill over 80. We get the latest on the ground.

And: As extreme weather events become more frequent, how can we prepare?

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MSF Secretary General Chris Lockyear

Fri, 04 Jul 2025 18:20:00 -0000

A deadly week in Gaza saw hundreds of Palestinians killed. The world now waits for a possible ceasefire, which would bring some relief to a population already facing a fuel crisis and food shortages. Chris Lockyear is the Secretary-General of Médecins Sans Frontières (Doctors Without Borders) and joins the show from Geneva.

Also on today's show: Ukrainian Journalist Nataliya Gumenyuk; Ari Shaw
Director of International Programs, UCLA Williams Institute

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Big Beautiful Bill's Fate Rests in the House

Thu, 03 Jul 2025 19:04:00 -0000

First: The House continues to debate the GOP’s major domestic legislation, we speak to Annie Grayer about the latest developments.

Next: NYT immigration reporter Hamed Aleaziz, who has been on the frontline of Donald Trump’s immigration crackdown - he embedded with ICE on one of their operations - joins the show.

Then: CNN's Nick Patton Walsh's exclusive report on North Korea tripling the number of troops they’re sending to Russia’s front lines.

And: A look back at Christiane’s 2019 interview with the outgoing Vogue Editor in Chief Anna Wintour.

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Making Sense of the 'Diddy' Verdict

Wed, 02 Jul 2025 19:30:00 -0000

After more than six weeks of testimony, the jury in the Sean "Diddy" Combs trial found the media mogul guilty on charges of transportation to engage in prostitution, but acquitted him of the most serious charges of sex trafficking and racketeering. Ann Olivarius — a British American lawyer who specializes in discrimination, sexual harassment and assault — joins the show to discuss.

Also on today's show: Amos Hochstein, former senior adviser to President Joe Biden; author Jeff Goodell, "The Heat Will Kill You First" & climate scientist Katharine Hayhoe

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Assessing the Impact of Trump's 'Big Beautiful Bill'

Tue, 01 Jul 2025 20:06:00 -0000

First: After a marathon, multi-day debate, the Senate has passed Donald Trump's massive "Big Beautiful" tax and spending bill. What will it mean for America's fiscal future? Brianna puts that question to two top former presidential advisers.

Plus: Trump goes after federal courts as judges face a torrent of threats. Brianna speaks with two who understand this all too well: US District Judge Esther Salas - herself a victim of violence - and former Venezuelan federal criminal Judge Eliazar Javier Saldivar.

And: New reports shed light on the grave consequences of USAID shutting its doors.

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'Scale of Terror is Growing' in Ukraine

Mon, 30 Jun 2025 19:08:00 -0000

First: Bianna speaks to Heorhii Tykhyi, the Ukrainian Foreign Ministry spokesperson about the recent barrage of Russian aerial attacks on Ukraine and what the US and EU can do to aid Ukraine's war effort.

Plus: We bring you a harrowing report from Gaza on the death of a three-month-old girl from starvation. Max Rodenbeck from the International Crisis Group joins the show to discuss.

And: Former CDC Director Tom Frieden reacts to RFK Jr.'s plans to make America healthy again.

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Canadian PM Mark Carney on Iran, Ukraine, and being a 'Trump whisperer'

Sat, 28 Jun 2025 20:24:00 -0000

As world leaders met at this week's NATO summit in the Netherlands, Christiane's exclusive interview with Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney. The two discussed the fallout from the Israel-Iran conflict, a resolution in the war in Gaza, Canada-U.S. relations, Trump's demand NATO allies boost defense spending by 5% and whether Ukraine can still count on U.S. support. Then, former White House Arms Control Coordinator, Gary Samore talks to Christiane about whether Iran will continue to pursue its nuclear program and how the origins of Iran's nuclear ambitions began. From her archives this week, Christiane's rare 2007 visit to Iran's nuclear plant in Isfahan, one of the three targets of the recent attacks by the U.S. and Israel. And finally, Christiane pays tribute to the wonderful war reporter, Rod Nordland, who passed away earlier this week after a six-year battle with an aggressive form of brain cancer.

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Could The Iran Nuclear Attacks Backfire?

Fri, 27 Jun 2025 18:45:00 -0000

The primary goal of Israeli and American attacks on Iran was to remove the country's "existential" nuclear threat. But what if the attacks have the opposite effect, motivating the Iran to pull of the non-proliferation treaty and resume their nuclear program covertly? In parliament, Iranian lawmakers voted overwhelmingly to suspend cooperation with the IAEA. This means that Iran would halt inspections, reporting and oversight activities. Iran always insisted its nuclear program is peaceful. For some perspective, we bring you Christiane's 1995 report on her visit to Iran's earliest nuclear power plant in Bushehr.

Also on today's show: Gary Samore, former White House Coordinator for Arms Control; Elaine Sciolino, author of "Adventures in the Louvre"; Mark Henson, Dir. of Federal Advocacy and Government Affairs, The Trevor Project

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Palestinian Politician & Peace Negotiator Mustafa Barghouti C

Thu, 26 Jun 2025 19:39:00 -0000

Could US strikes in Iran pave the way for a ceasefire in Gaza? And could progress toward a ceasefire in Gaza help dial down tension in the West Bank as well? Christiane speaks with Mustafa Barghouti, a longtime Palestinian politician and former peace negotiator.

Also on today's show: Karim Sadjadpour, Senior Fellow, Carnegie Endowment for International Peace; David A. Graham, Staff Writer, The Atlantic

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David Petraeus on US Strike on Iran

Wed, 25 Jun 2025 19:48:00 -0000

At today's NATO summit, President Trump devoted a great deal of his press conference to the US's strikes on Iran's nuclear facilities. After a back and forth over a leaked Pentagon report suggesting the strikes only set back Iran's nuclear program by months, Trump said it was preliminary and "inconclusive." Then he got another report by Israel's Atomic Energy Commission, saying the US attack on Fordow "destroyed the site's critical infrastructure." Iran itself also said the facilities were badly damaged. David Petraeus served as the Commander of Centcom and Director of the CIA and joins Christiane to discuss this all.

Also on today's show: former Swedish Prime Minister Carl Bildt, now Co-Chair of the European Council on Foreign Relations; former CDC epidemiologist Dr. Fiona Havers, who quit after actions by RFK Jr.

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Will Israel and Iran Give Peace a Chance?

Tue, 24 Jun 2025 19:05:00 -0000

NATO leaders are gathering in the Netherlands for their annual summit at the same time a fragile ceasefire in the Israel-Iran war appears to be holding. Can diplomacy succeed if the ceasefire survives? Among the leaders urging that path is Canada's Prime Minister Mark Carney. Christiane sat down with the Prime Minister in the Netherlands today.

Also on today's show: EU Foreign Policy Chief Kaja Kallas; Barry Eichengreen, Professor of Economics and Politics, U.C. Berkeley

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CNN Speaks to Iranian Deputy Foreign Minister Majid Takht- Ravanchi

Sat, 21 Jun 2025 23:07:00 -0000

First: Christiane’s exclusive conversation with the Iranian deputy foreign minister on how it could respond to U.S. involvement and still holding out hope for nuclear negotiations once this war is over.

Then: If regime change is also Israel's goal. Who is waiting in the wings to take over? Christiane speaks with former State Department adviser and Iran expert Vali Nasr.

Also: From her archives, Christiane looks back at a moment of hope inside and outside Iran for a peaceful transition to freedom and stability. Dreams well and truly dashed in the intervening years.

And: Film director Wes Anderson speaks with Christiane about his new film "The Phoenician Scheme," the inescapable signature style of all his movies, and hiring Kate Winslet's daughter.

Finally: As Berlin pays tribute to the legendary artwork of wrapping the Reichstag by Christo and Jean-Claude this week, Christiane revisits her conversation with Christo and what he told her about the project and how his own history as a refugee informed his art and unstoppable drive.

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An Insider's View of the Mideast Conflict

Fri, 20 Jun 2025 19:54:00 -0000

Israel's attacks on Iran and Iran's retaliation have brought the United States to the edge of entering another war in the Middle East. It is exposing divisions within President Trump's cabinet and the MAGA movement over American involvement abroad. As former Chair of the Joint Chiefs of Staff, Admiral Mike Mullen has an insider's view of war in the Middle East. He joins Christiane to discuss this all.

Also on today's show: investigative journalist and author Carol Cadwalladr on the dangers of techno-authoritarianism

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Inside Iran's State Broadcaster

Thu, 19 Jun 2025 20:00:00 -0000

As Israel continues to attack Iran, it says Tehran crossed the red line after striking a major hospital in southern Israel. Iran says it was targeting a nearby technology park, but Israel says it was a deliberate attack on civilians. Correspondent Fred Pleitgen is in Tehran and brings a report from outside the state television building that Israel attacked.

Also on today's show: Vali Nasr, Author, "Iran's Grand Strategy: A Political History"; Jeff Flake, Former Republican US Senator / Former US Ambassador to Turkey; Barbara Walter, Professor of International Affairs, U.C. San Diego / Author, "How Civil Wars Start and How to Stop Them"

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Exclusive: Iranian Deputy Foreign Minister Majid Takht-Ravanchi

Wed, 18 Jun 2025 19:11:00 -0000

Will the US join Israel in its offensive against Iran? President Donald Trump says, "I may do it, I may not do it." Residents of Tehran have been called upon to evacuate and are mired in traffic gridlocks trying to leave. Meantime, Israel continues to strike leadership targets and nuclear sites. Iran's Supreme Leader, Ayatollah Khamenei, rejected the U.S. President's call for unconditional surrender in a taped video message aired on State TV. Majid Takht-Ravanchi is Iran's Deputy Foreign Minister, and is a key player in the nuclear negotiations. He joins Christiane in an exclusive interview from Tehran.

Also on today's show: Andrei Kelin, Russian Ambassador to the UK; author Hala Alyan (“I'll Tell You When I'm Home”)

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IAEA Director General Rafael Grossi

Tue, 17 Jun 2025 18:55:00 -0000

President Trump took to social media to warn Iran's Supreme Leader Ayatollah Khamenei that he's an "easy target" and calling for unconditional surrender, adding to the fears of Iranians who are desperately trying to leave the capital since Trump told all 10 million to "immediately evacuate." Just before Israel launched its massive attacks, the International Atomic Energy Agency declared Iran in breach of its non-proliferation agreements for the first time in 20 years. IAEA Director General Rafael Grossi joins Christiane from Vienna.

Also on today's show: Jon Finer, Former US Principal Deputy National Security Advisor; DNC Chair Ken Martin

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Making Sense of the Israel-Iran Conflict

Mon, 16 Jun 2025 20:58:00 -0000

Iran's state television channel says that it has been attacked by Israel. Meanwhile, Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu says his country's air force "controls the skies" over Iran's capital city. Christiane Amanpour switches roles and joins Bianna to analyze this intense moment.

Also on today's show: former US State Department official Richard Haass; New Yorker staff writer Susan Glasser; Palestinian poet Mosab Abu Toha

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Israel's Unprecedented Attack Against Iran

Fri, 13 Jun 2025 20:18:00 -0000

Strikes on Iran continue as Israel plunges the Middle East into dangerous new territory. Iran vows retaliation and launches hundreds of drone strikes against Israel. On today's show we ask key experts and insiders where all of this is headed.

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Nobel Prize-Winning Human Rights Lawyer Oleksandra Matviichuk

Thu, 12 Jun 2025 23:36:00 -0000

It's "Russia National Day," the anniversary of Russia declaring its sovereignty from the Soviet Union in 1990. The US State Department sent congratulations, even as Russia continues to violate the sovereignty of its neighbor, Ukraine. Nobel laureate Oleksandra Matviichuk is pushing for “justice and accountability” as negotiations continue for an end to the Ukraine war.

Also on today's show: David Sanger, National Security Correspondent, The New York Times; photojournalist Giles Clarke; comedian Jerrod Carmichael

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Immigration Protests Spread Across US

Wed, 11 Jun 2025 19:51:00 -0000

Protests over the Trump Administration sending in the National Guard and the Marines to assist in its immigration raids are spreading across the country. Legal and military experts warn that this could threaten American democracy. California Governor Gavin Newsom calls it a brazen abuse of power. Governor Newsom and the State Attorney General Rob Bonta are suing the president to remove the troops from their streets. Bonta says mobilizing 700 marines to support the National Guard in LA is a "unnecessary escalation." He joins Christiane from Alameda, California.

Also on today's show: Democratic Congresswoman Norma Torres; human rights lawyer Sir Geoffrey Nice; Tulsa OK Mayor Monroe Nichols

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Did Trump Need to Send Troops to L.A.?

Tue, 10 Jun 2025 19:33:00 -0000

President Trump is doubling down on sending troops to Los Angeles, mobilizing another 2,000 National Guard members, while the Defense Department activated 700 Marines to react to the anti-ICE protests. Trump praised himself for the decision and suggested the city would have been completely obliterated otherwise. California's Governor Gavin Newsom, however, says the move was entirely unnecessary, and even counter-productive, claiming that local officials are more than capable of managing the unrest. Protests are now being seen in other cities as well. Correspondent Josh Campbell joins the program from Los Angeles.

Also on today's show: UN humanitarian affairs spokesperson Olga Cherevko; Ukrainian tennis player-turned-soldier Sergiy Stakhovsky; actors Dule Hill & Daniel J. Watts ("Lights Out: Nat King Cole"); former USAID administrator Dr. Atul Gawande

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California Immigration Protests

Mon, 09 Jun 2025 19:45:00 -0000

Crowds have largely dispersed in downtown Los Angeles, which the police department declared an "unlawful assembly area." About 300 National Guard troops are now on the ground, deployed by Donald Trump over the objections of California leaders. These protests are taking place amidst a series of immigration measures by the Trump White House. Immigration lawyer Sui Ching and NPR correspondent Jasmine Garsd discuss the implications of all these recent developments.

Also on today's show: Sasha Joelle Achilli & Sara Obeidat, co-directors, “Syria’s Detainee Files”; Shane Goldmacher, National Political Correspondent, The New York Times

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How Trump 2.0 is Handling Threat from China

Sat, 07 Jun 2025 18:38:00 -0000

After a long-awaited phone call between President Trump and President Xi Jinping and as Trump tries to iron out the kinks of his trade war with China, Ely Ratner, Biden's Assistant Secretary of Defense for the Indo-Pacific with close ties to Trump's Pentagon, argues that America needs a new NATO-like defense pact in Asia to counter the growing threat from Beijing. Plus, award-winning author and professor Ibram X. Kendi talks to Bianna about his new biography for young readers exploring the complex nature of Malcom X's legacy. Also, CNN's Mike Valerio breaks down what South Korea's new leader Lee Jae-myung means for the country's democracy following its martial law crisis, and the implications of this election for its relations with the United States and the region. Then, investigative Russian journalists Irina Borogan and Andrei Soldatov, now living in exile, discuss their new book, "Our Dear Friends in Moscow," about how their former colleagues in the Russian press came to enable Vladimir Putin's regime. From the archives, decades after allied forces landed on the beaches of Normandy to rid Western Europe of Nazi control, history buff and World War Two chronicler Tom Hanks on why the stories of D-Day's heroic generation must be told. As theatre's leading men and reigning divas head to the Tony Awards this weekend, one of the nominees, David Yazbek speaks to Bianna Golodryga about his play, "Dead Outlaw."

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What to do about China?

Fri, 06 Jun 2025 19:03:00 -0000

Yet again, US-China relations are tense. Ely Ratner served as Assistant Secretary of Defense for Indo-Pacific Security Affairs during the Biden Administration. He joined the show from Washington to discuss his latest Foreign Affairs piece: "The Case for a Pacific Defense Pact." This conversation was just before Trump and Xi spoke.

Also on today's show: author Ibram X. Kendi; financier Ray Dalio; actor Tom Hanks (from the archive)

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Merz Meets Trump

Thu, 05 Jun 2025 18:32:00 -0000

It's become a rite of passage for world leaders: the Oval Office meeting with President Trump. Now, it's the turn of the relatively new Chancellor of Germany, Friedrich Merz. Germany is the focal point for much of Trump's ire towards Europe, and a key priority will be to stave off looming tariffs. But also, high on the agenda is Ukraine. Member of German Parliament for Merz's CDU party, Norbert Röttgen, joins the show from Berlin.

Also on today's show: CNN senior White House reporter Kevin Liptak; author Evan Osnos ("The Have and Have-Yachts: Dispatches on the Ultrarich"); Flexport founder/CEO Ryan Petersen

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In South Korea, a Pledge to Unite

Wed, 04 Jun 2025 18:37:00 -0000

"I will uphold the mission of fully overcoming the insurrection." Those are the words of new South Korean leader Lee Jae-myung, who promises to unite a divided nation. Journalist Ken Choi joins the show to discuss what Lee's election might mean for both South Korea and the rest of the world.

Also on today's show: Investigative journalists Irina Borogan and Andrei Soldatov, tell me how the hopes of their generation were crushed by Vladimir Putin's regime. Plus, pioneering designer Prabal Gurung tells Hari Sreenivasan about his extraordinary journey to the top of the fashion world.

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More Fatal Attacks in Gaza

Tue, 03 Jun 2025 18:45:00 -0000

"Unconscionable." That's how the United Nations' Human Rights Chief describes fatal attacks on Palestinians trying to reach aid in Gaza. Chaos erupted at a distribution site in Rafah today, where Gaza's Health Ministry says Israeli forces opened fire. It's the third day in a row that people have been killed on their way to collect critically needed aid at the site, which is run by the controversial new "Gaza Humanitarian Foundation." This time the Israeli military says its forces did open fire multiple times, after identifying quote "several suspects moving toward them, deviating from the designated access routes." Jeremy Diamond joins the program from Jerusalem.

Also on today’s show: Janti Soeripto, President and CEO, Save the Children US; former New Zealand Prime Minister Jacina Ardern; Dr. David Kessler, author of “Diet, Drugs and Dopamine”

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Another Antisemitic Attack

Mon, 02 Jun 2025 19:29:00 -0000

What was meant to be a gathering to support Israeli hostages held by Hamas turned into a crime scene in Boulder, Colorado on Sunday when a man attacked Jewish attendees with Molotov cocktails and a makeshift flame thrower. This is just the latest in a series of heinous assaults on Jewish people in America. Joining the show to discuss is Michael Bernstein, chair of the board of the Tree of Life, a non-profit organization started by the community and congregation leaders in Pittsburgh after 11 Jewish worshippers were brutally gunned down in 2018.

Also on today's show: Col. Cedric Leighton, Military Analyst / U.S. Air Force (Ret.); Rebecca Winthrop, Director, Center for Universal Education, Brookings / Author, "The Disengaged Teen"; composer David Yazbek ("Dead Outlaw"); Michael Luo, Executive Editor, The New Yorker

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Unpacking Trump's Targeting of Universities & Foreign Students

Sat, 31 May 2025 20:43:00 -0000

As President Trump and his allies escalate the administration's battle on colleges, and on Harvard specifically, Steven Levitsky, Harvard professor and author of “How Democracies Die,” joins Christiane to discuss the reshaping of knowledge in America. Then, best-selling German author Daniel Kehlmann speaks with Christiane about his new book “The Director," exploring what it was like for artists like G.W. Pabst who made films for Joseph Goebbels and the Nazis. Marking 600 days of war between Israel and Hamas in Gaza, Christiane highlights both Jeremy Diamond's report on Israel's fight to get back the 58 remaining hostages in Hamas captivity and Oren Lieberman's story on the chaotic aid delivery to starving Palestinians this week. Christiane also talks to Wilfred Frost, son of the legendary TV host David Frost, about his father's iconic interviews with the likes of Richard Nixon, Yasser Arafat and Elton John, and a new documentary series following his storied career. From her archive, Christiane pays tribute to award-winning Brazilian photographer Sebastião Salgado. Finally, marking 45 years since CNN's founding, Christiane revisits her conversation with company founder Ted Turner about how he changed the news business forever.

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Is Putin Serious About Peace?

Fri, 30 May 2025 19:01:00 -0000

At the same time Russia is ramping up its attacks on Ukraine, the Kremlin claims it's ready with a peace plan for ceasefire talks in Turkey next week. But President Zelensky says they have not seen any draft plan. Meantime, President Trump is said to have given Putin a two-week window to show a genuine intention to end the war. Fiona Hill was President Trump's most senior Russia advisor during his first term and has been in the room with President Putin himself. She joins Christiane to discuss this all.

Also on today's show: Iranian filmmaker Sepideh Farsi; April Hernandez Castillo, survivor and advocate for intimate partner violence; NCAA President Charlie Baker

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The Trump Administration's Attack on Harvard

Thu, 29 May 2025 18:53:00 -0000

As Harvard students celebrated the end of their academic journey, just six miles away the school's lawyers were in court, fighting back against President Trump's attempt to ban international students. That is only one front in a sustained attack by this administration on Harvard. For scholars of democracy, targeting higher education is both shocking and predictable. Steven Levitsky is a Professor of Government and of Latin American studies at Harvard, and the co-author of "How Democracies Die." He joins the program from Brookline, Massachusetts.

Also on today's show: Harvard professor Dr. Kari Nadeau; director Wes Anderson; US House Republican Blake Moore

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Protests, Suffering Mark 600 Days Since Hamas Attack

Wed, 28 May 2025 19:46:00 -0000

Protestors are blocking highways and raising their voices in Israel today, calling for the release of hostages, as they mark 600 days since the horrors of the Hamas attack on October 7, 2023. One of those hostages was Omer Shem Tov, who was kidnapped by Hamas and held for more than 500 days before being released in February. Bianna Golodryga spoke to him in New York about what he went through, and what he is focused on now.

Also on today's show: Jameel Jaffer, Executive Director of the Knight First Amendment Institute at Columbia University; author Leah Litman ("Lawless")

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Israel Warns of 'Unprecedented Attack'

Tue, 27 May 2025 20:53:00 -0000

Israeli strikes have killed dozens in Gaza in the past few days alone, with the death toll there now well over 50,000. The IDF has issued evacuation orders for most of southern Gaza. It warns an "unprecedented attack" is coming as Israel plans to occupy 75% of the enclave in two months. CNN correspondent Jeremy Diamond joins from Jerusalem.

Also on today's show: Former Israeli Prime Minister Ehud Olmert; Former US Deputy Secretary of Treasury Wally Adeyemo & author David Shimer ("Rigged: America, Russia and One Hundred Years of Covert Electoral Interference"); Wrexham A.F.C. Executive Director Humphrey Ker & goalkeeper Arthur Okonkwo on the docuseries "Welcome to Wrexham"

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John Kerry on a New Era of Foreign Policy Under Trump

Sun, 25 May 2025 16:27:00 -0000

Former Secretary of State under President Barack Obama and Joe Biden's climate envoy, John Kerry discusses the current administration's climate U-turn, and what it means for China. He also speaks to Christiane about the administration's Ukraine policy and what kind of deal Trump might be able to negotiate with Iran. Then, Bridget Brink, the former U.S. ambassador to Ukraine, tells Christiane that the Trump administration's policy of placing pressure on Ukraine "rather than on Russia as the aggressor" led to her resignation early this year. Also, with over 15 million followers, YouTube toddler sensation Ms. Rachel has received serious hate for speaking out to try and help on behalf of Gaza's suffering children. CNN's Meena Duerson speaks has this report.

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Former US Secretary of State John Kerry

Fri, 23 May 2025 20:30:00 -0000

Secretary of State Marco Rubio was called to Capitol Hill to defend the Trump Administration's agenda this week. Perhaps no policy has felt the Trump undoing as much as climate change. John Kerry is someone who has led the US on all of these issues, as President Biden's Special Climate Envoy as well as Secretary of State under President Obama. He joins the show to discuss.

Also on today's show: author Laura Bates ("The New Age of Sexism"); scientist David Liu

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Deadly DC Attack Brings Condemnation, Questions

Thu, 22 May 2025 19:16:00 -0000

Officials from around the world are condemning the killing of two Israeli embassy staff in Washington DC. The attack comes at a time of heightened threats towards Israeli embassies globally, and a global rise in antisemitism, amid outrage over the country's conduct in Gaza. Correspondent Alex Marquardt joins the show from Washington, DC to discuss.

Also on today's show: South African Foreign Minister Ronald Lamola; UN Under-Secretary-General for Humanitarian Affairs Tom Fletcher; NYT investigative reporter Kate Kelly

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Why the US Needs to Support Ukraine

Wed, 21 May 2025 18:28:00 -0000

Russia continues to pound Ukraine, with drone attacks overnight coming just hours after Russian President Vladimir Putin spoke to his American counterpart Donald Trump. Last month Bridget Brink resigned her post as US Ambassador to Ukraine in protest over the Trump Administration's marked change in policy towards Russia and Ukraine. She joins the show from Washington DC to explain why it matters for America to ensure Russia does not win the war it started.

Also on today's show: Wilfred Frost, Son of David Frost / Producer and creator, "David Frost Vs"

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Israel in the Diplomatic Crosshairs

Tue, 20 May 2025 19:09:00 -0000

The UK is making its frustration with its ally Israel known today, summoning its ambassador, pausing trade negotiations and sanctioning West Bank settlers. France and Canada also threatened to take "concrete action" against Israel. CNN's Jerusalem correspondent Jeremy Diamond joins the show from Tel Aviv.

Also on today's show: Rim Turkmani, Director of Syria Conflict Research Program, LSE; Bonny Lin, Director, China Power Project; Ian Bremmer, President and Founder, Eurasia Group

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The Trump-Putin Phone Call

Mon, 19 May 2025 19:05:00 -0000

First: Last week, President Donald Trump said, “Nothing’s going to happen until Putin and I get together.” Now they have on the phone. But what will it mean for Ukraine.

Then: Hundreds of people were killed in Gaza in a matter of days as Israel ramps up airstrikes and its ground offensive. Israeli journalist Ronen Bergman joins the show to discuss.

Plus: The center defeats the far right in Romania, and the European Union breathes a sigh of relief.

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Takeaways From Trump's Middle East Trip

Sat, 17 May 2025 22:44:00 -0000

With Israel conspicuously absent from Trump's first major Middle East trip, Christiane speaks with Biden's former Deputy Secretary of State Wendy Sherman about the ethical concerns surrounding his overseas deals and meetings, the U.S. role in the war in Gaza, and new revelations about efforts by Biden's inner circle to conceal his decline ahead of the election. Then, Ukraine's former Foreign Minister, Dmytro Kuleba, speaks to Christiane about what the country should reasonably expect and where the crisis stands now after Putin was a no-show for ceasefire talks in Turkey. Clare Sebastian reports on Russia's propaganda campaign to maintain its grip on the occupied Ukrainian port city of Mariupol. And, as the war in Gaza continues with no ceasefire in sight, Israeli Alon Lee-Green and Palestinian citizen of Israel, Rula Daood, co-directors of "Standing Together", a Jewish-Arab movement for peace, discuss their hopes for ending the conflict, and shared activism. Also, as the first group of white South Africans landed as welcome refugees in the U.S. this week, from Christiane's archive, her 1997 report on the long post-apartheid path to reconciliation in the country.

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How The World Economy Impacts Africa

Fri, 16 May 2025 18:52:00 -0000

Africa has been uniquely impacted by the economic rollercoaster of 2025, with the African Development Bank warning that tariffs could send "shockwaves" through the dozens of nations impacted, reducing trade and raising debt. The ADB aims to reduce poverty and living conditions for Africans across the continent, and its President Akinwumi Adesina joins Christiane from Abidjan.

Also on today's show: Author Daniel Kehlmann; journalist Karen Attiah

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Peace Talks Missing Presidents

Thu, 15 May 2025 18:57:00 -0000

Delegations from Russia and Ukraine are due to meet in Turkey for peace talks but the leaders of both countries will not be present, despite President Putin proposing the talks take place. Moscow has notably withheld its top diplomatic heavyweights, which according to Zelensky, means the nation is "not serious" about peace. US President Donald Trump has weighed in, saying peace won't happen until he meets with Putin himself. Ukraine's former Foreign Minister Dmytro Kuleba joins the show in London to discuss

Also on today's show: former Deputy Secretary of State Wendy Sherman; author Dr. Jerry Avorn

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What's Trump Up To in the Gulf?

Wed, 14 May 2025 19:05:00 -0000

President Trump received a lavish welcome in Qatar today, the second stop on his tour of Gulf nations. While the primary focus of his trip is making deals -- yesterday he announced a $600 billion deal with Saudi Arabia -- he also said he's lifting all sanctions on Syria that were imposed during that country's brutal civil war. Correspondent Jeff Zeleny is following the president and he joins the program from Doha.

Also on today's show: former Italian PM Matteo Renzi; Alon-Lee Green & Rula Daood, co-directors of "Standing Together," a Jewish-Arab peace movement; NYT columnist Thomas Friedman

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The Significance of Trump Bypassing Israel

Tue, 13 May 2025 19:28:00 -0000

Today US President Donald Trump landed in Saudi Arabia, the first stop on his first major foreign trip since returning to office. After Riyadh, he'll go on to Qatar and the United Arab Emirates. Notably absent from his itinerary is Israel. On Monday, the US went around Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu to secure the release of Edan Alexander, the final living American hostage out of Gaza. It appears to be part of a larger pattern, with America also engaging in direct talks with Iran, indirect talks with Hamas and agreeing to a ceasefire deal with the Houthis in Yemen. To assess all this, former US Ambassador to both Egypt and Israel, Daniel Kurtzer joins the show to discuss.

Also on today's show: author Jordan Thomas; actor Kelsey Grammer

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American Hostage Released, But Others Remain

Mon, 12 May 2025 20:00:00 -0000

Hamas has released Edan Alexander, the last living American hostage, saying it's part of steps towards a ceasefire deal and an end to the Israeli blockade that has lasted more than two months. Edan’s release is a moment of hope for Israel but there are still hostages trapped in Gaza and their loved ones continue to live in this nightmare. Among them is the family of Israeli-American Omer Neutra. Murdered by Hamas on October 7th, in the 583 days since, Omer’s remains have been held in Gaza. Omer's parents Ronen and Orna Neutra join the program.

Also on today's show: NPR International Correspondent Emily Feng & Axios Chief Financial Correspondent Felix Salmon; Cardinal Michael Czerny; American Federation of Teachers President Randi Weingarten

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Europe Marks VE Day as Trump Tests Transatlantic Alliance

Sat, 10 May 2025 19:36:00 -0000

Eighty years since Nazi Germany surrendered, Europe marks VE Day as the once unbreakable transatlantic bond faces new pressure under the "America First" president of Donald Trump. Christiane speaks with Finland's President, Alexander Stubb, about his relationship with Trump, the future of NATO and Ukraine, and the Russia-China anti-Western alliance. Them, with the fate of both the people of Gaza and the Israeli hostages still on the line, Israel's Deputy Foreign Minister, Sharren Haskel, talks to Christiane about the humanitarian crisis and the latest military escalation. Marking 25 years of Vladimir Putin's rule over Russia, Fred Pleitgen brings us a rare and highly stage-managed look at the Russian president's life at the Kremlin. Christiane also speaks with award-winning and best-selling novelist Isabelle Allende about her new book, "My Name is Emila Del Valle." From her archives, in honor of the 80th anniversary of VE Day, Christiane's conversation with 102-year-old WW2 veteran Jake Larson at the American Cemetary in Normandy. Papa Jake, as he is known, has become an unlikely TikTok star with over one million followers. And finally, as country music celebrated its biggest night of the year at the 60th Academy of Country Music Awards this week, Christiane revisited her conversation with industry titan and seven-time nominee Rosanne Cash, daughter of the legendary Johnny Cash.

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Finnish President Alexander Stubb

Fri, 09 May 2025 18:24:00 -0000

As Europe celebrates the 80th anniversary of the end of World War II, Ukraine is still under brutal Russian attack. And while Donald Trump vowed to end the war in 24 hours, three months into his second term the negotiations have stalled. Christiane speaks with a man who might have an insight into Trump's tactics: Finnish president Alexander Stubb. He spent hours golfing with Trump in March and was seated next to him at Pope Francis' recent funeral.

Also on today's show: journalist Christo Grozev and "Antidote" Producer-Director James Jones; NYT Technology Reporter David Yaffe-Bellany

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Assessing America's Role 80 Years After WWII

Thu, 08 May 2025 19:21:00 -0000

Today's 80th anniversary of victory over the Nazis in Europe feels like an occasion for reflection, as threats escalate in India and Pakistan and Russia’s brutal war of aggression in Ukraine drags on. So, is America still the indispensable nation, able to facilitate peace? Or has that historic role evaporated? Leon Panetta has been Congressman, White House Chief of Staff, Defense Secretary, CIA Director, and more. He speaks with Christiane from California.

Also on today's show: Christopher Bellito, Specialist in Church History and Reform at Kean University in New Jersey; historian Margaret MacMillan

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India vs. Pakistan

Wed, 07 May 2025 20:52:00 -0000

India and Pakistan's long-simmering tensions burst out in the open today, when India struck Punjab province and Pakistan's side of Kashmir, killing nearly 30 people. The military action comes on the heels of a militant attack in April that killed 26 people on the Indian side of Kashmir. Correspondent Nic Robertson has been following this story closely and recently traveled to the Pakistani-controlled side of Kashmir to find out how people are being affected by rising tensions in the region.

Also on today's show: Mujib Mashal, South Asia bureau chief, TheIsraeli DeputyForeign Minister Sharren Haskel; New YorkYorkT Times; author CatherineColeman Flowers ("Holy Ground") reporter Ana Swanson

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Carney Meets Trump

Tue, 06 May 2025 19:09:00 -0000

Canada's new Prime Minister Mark Carney came face to face with US President Donald Trump at the White House today. The old, steady alliance is now more fraught than ever, with President Trump slapping tariffs on his neighbor and threatening to make it the 51st state. Frank McKenna is former Canadian Ambassador to the US, and he joins the show from Toronto.

Also on today's show: Mujib Mashal, South Asia bureau chief, The New York Times; author Catherine Coleman Flowers ("Holy Ground")

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Are Trump's Policies on Illegal Immigration Legal?

Mon, 05 May 2025 19:10:00 -0000

President Donald Trump says it's his hardline stance on immigration that helped put him back in the White House. Opponents say Trump's deportation spree is running roughshod over the Constitution. Immigration law expert Marielena Hincapié joins the show to discuss.

Also on today's show: Vickie Patton, General Counsel, Environmental Defense Fund; Laurie Segall, CEO, Mostly Human Media; former federal prosecutor Brendan Ballou

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Trump 2.0 After 100 Days & America's Illiberal Roots

Sat, 03 May 2025 18:10:00 -0000

The first 100 days of the Trump administration have been deemed chaotic and overzealous, even by Americans, with multiple polls this week showing the President's approval rating underwater, even on his signature issues like the economy and mass deportations. There is an uneasy feeling that Trump is pushing America and the world away from democratic norms by stretching the limits of executive power. Christiane speaks with historians Jill Lepore from Harvard University and Timoth Garten Ash from Oxford University about America's illiberal turn under Trump 2.0 and the deep-seated roots of that illiberalism. Then, as President Trump pressures Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum to take decisive action against her country's cartels, CNN's Isobel Yeung went there to investigate what the crackdown looks like first-hand in Sinaloa. Also, as sirens sounded across Israel this week to honor those lost to terror and war, while Israel's total siege on Gaza enters its third month, Christiane talks to bereaved Israeli and Palestinian fathers, Rami Elhanan and Bassam Aramin who've channeled their grief and pain into friendship and a joint struggle for peace. To mark 50 years since the chaotic end of the Vietnam War, from her archives, Christiane pays a tribute to the famous wartime photographer Eddie Adams who captured some of the worst moments of the war and with his camera, helped change hearts and minds and ultimately, shaped government policy.

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America's Reputation Under Trump

Fri, 02 May 2025 18:33:00 -0000

For more than 100 days, President Trump has tested the very limits of executive power by defying the courts, pressuring universities and law firms, and deporting people to foreign prisons. It is prompting some soul searching abroad and at home: what exactly does America now represent on the world stage? Two leading historians - Jill Lepore and Timothy Garton Ash – join the show to discuss.

Also on today's show: an in-depth discussion of Mexico's drug crackdown; author Elie Mystal (“Bad Law: Ten Popular Laws That Are Ruining America”)

**As the Trump administration’s battle with the courts escalates, one legal expert is taking a step back to re-imagine what a more representative US legal system could look like. Bestselling author Elie Mystal tells Hari Sreenivasan about his unconventional theory explored in his latest work.

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Assessing US-Ukraine Minerals Deal

Thu, 01 May 2025 19:51:00 -0000

Could today's critical minerals deal be a win-win for the United States and Ukraine? It marks a hard turn from the bitter oval office meeting between Presidents Trump and Zelensky in February. Now the deal must be ratified by the Ukrainian parliament, where Oleksandr Merezhko chairs the foreign affairs committee. He joins the show to discuss.

Also on today's show: Dr. Samer Attar, US surgeon recently in Gaza; Isabel Allende, author, "My Name is Emilia del Valle"; Douglas Belkin, Higher Education Reporter, The Wall Street Journal

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Immigration Expert David J. Bier

Wed, 30 Apr 2025 19:33:00 -0000

Today immigration authorities finally released detained Palestinian Columbia University student Mohsen Mahdawi following a judge's order. He was arrested earlier this month after arriving for an interview for his US citizenship petition. This news comes as a a new CNN poll shows a majority of Americans say the President Trump has gone too far on immigration enforcement. Joining the program to discuss is David J. Bier, the director of immigration studies at the Cato institute and an expert on border security.

Also on today's show: Three Americans released from an Iranian prison in 2023 join the program for their first joint interview; presidential historian Timothy Naftali on Trump's first 100 days

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What Liberal Carney's Win Means for Canada

Tue, 29 Apr 2025 20:18:00 -0000

In a stunning turnaround, Canada’s Liberal party, under the new leadership of economist Mark Carney, has won re-election. Just a few months ago, the Conservative opposition were the favorite to win, but US President Donald Trump's tariffs and threats to Canada's sovereignty reshaped the race. Andrew Coyne is a longtime journalist at Canada's The Globe and Mail and author of the new book, "The Crisis of Canadian Democracy."

Also on today's show: Haaretz Military Analyst Amos Harel; PEN America co-CEO Clarisse Rosaz Shariyf and novelist Dinaw Mengestu; former US Amassador to Vietnam Daniel Kritenbrink

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Trump Sinks to New Lows

Mon, 28 Apr 2025 18:01:00 -0000

According to a new CNN poll, President Donald Trump's approval rating stands at 41%. That's a steep drop from Trump's support just before the election, and the lowest for any US president at this point in his term going back to at least the 1950s. Will these negative ratings spell doom for the rest of the president's term? Or are they just one more ride on the Trump roller coaster? Susan Glasser, Staff Writer for The New Yorker, joins the program to discuss.

Also on today's show: Former US Mideast Envoy Dennis Ross; author Mary Ziegler ("Personhood"); filmmaker Perry Peltz and lawyer Matthew Bergman discuss the new documentary "Can't Look Away"

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Gaza Priest on Pope Francis

Fri, 25 Apr 2025 06:04:00 -0000

At the end of a week of mourning for Pope Francis, Christiane speaks with Father Carlos Ferrero, a parish priest in Gaza who spoke daily with the Pope until his final call to them on Saturday. He discusses the Pope’s pastoral care for those trapped in Gaza, and the humanitarian situation right now.

Also on today's show: The International Rescue Committee’s Shireen Ibrahim joins the program from Kabul; playwright Ryan Calais Cameron on "Retrograde"; "Conclave" director Edward Berger

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How Ukraine is Dealing With Trump

Thu, 24 Apr 2025 18:48:00 -0000

First: After Russia conducts major strikes on Kyiv, President Trump urges both sides to embrace his peace proposal. Oleksiy Goncharenko, Ukrainian MP, joins from Ukraine to discuss how his country is being pressured by the Trump Administration. Following that, the EU’s Sanctions Envoy David O’Sullivan discusses a key point of leverage on Russia.

Plus: A year ago, Pope Francis met with an extraordinary duo of bereaved Palestinian and Israeli fathers, Bassam Aramin and Rami Elhanan, whose daughters had both been killed. They have dedicated their lives to peace, and they join the show to recount that meeting with the Pope, and their hopes for peace in their troubled region.

And: Finally, we revisit Christiane’s interview with a close friend of Pope Francis, Rabbi Abraham Skorka. He spoke with Christiane in 2013 about their friendship and the man who he knew as Jorge Bergoglio.

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Assessing the Legacy of Pope Francis

Wed, 23 Apr 2025 19:35:00 -0000

First: We take a look at the Pope’s legacy and future of the Church with Ireland’s former president and canon lawyer Mary McAleese.

Next: As President Trump’s tariff and economic policies cause market ructions, how should the Democrats respond? Christiane puts this to President Obama’s former top strategist David Axelrod.

Then: Is the campus crackdown by the Trump administration really about tackling antisemitism? Rabbi Sharon Brouse doesn’t think so – she joins the show to explain.

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The Search for a New Pope

Tue, 22 Apr 2025 18:52:00 -0000

With mourners pouring into the Vatican to pay their respects to Pope Francis, we take a look at his legacy and what comes next – including the all-important conclave. Christopher Bellitto is Professor of History at Kean University and an expert in the Church, and joins the program live.

Also on today's show: Former NOAA administrator Rick Spinrad; Carnegie Russia Eurasia Center Director Alexander Gabuev; actor Jonathan Pryce, who played Pope Francis in "The Two Popes"

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The Life & Legacy of Pope Francis

Mon, 21 Apr 2025 19:06:00 -0000

Pope Francis, the leader of the Catholic church, is dead. We get the latest from Vatican City, plus reflections from Cardinal Blase Cupich of Chicago, who will be one of the few people to choose the next pope. Then we bring you insight from a reporter who interviewed Francis and was knighted by him. Plus, religious scholar David Gibson joins the show to discuss on the Francis's moral authority in a world of strongmen. And we look back at Christiane's conversation with filmmaker Wim Wenders about his revealing portrait of the pope as you've never seen him before.

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The War on America’s Elite Universities and Colleges

Sat, 19 Apr 2025 22:52:00 -0000

As the Trump administration intensifies its attempts to reshape U.S. colleges and universities, Christiane Amanpour speaks to those who are pushing back. Massachusetts Governor Maura Healey talks about her concerns as her state is targeted by the Republican White House and Wesleyan University President Michael S. Roth discusses why he believes the Trump Administration is, in his words, “selling Jews a dangerous lie” by claiming its crackdown is to combat Anti-Semitism. Then, Mike Valerio’s report on how South Korean women are fighting against explicit images made with AI deepfakes. Also, British playwright Ryan Calais Cameron discusses his timely West End smash, ‘Retrograde’, a play revealing how Sidney Poitier’s career was almost derailed by the Red Scare. Plus, as Sudan marks two years of its devastating war, an echo from history as Christiane revisits her reporting on the humanitarian crisis in Darfur in 2004. And finally, a tribute to a giant of Latin American literature, Mario Vargas Llosa. As the Peruvian author dies aged 89, Christiane looks back at their conversation when he told her how he got started by writing love letters.

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Massachusetts Governor Maura Healey

Fri, 18 Apr 2025 19:46:00 -0000

When Donald Trump re-entered the White House less than three months ago, he began with a flurry of executive orders, and now the impact of those policies is hitting home. Maura Healey is the Democratic governor of Massachusetts and an influential voice in her party. She says Americans must stand up for what they believe in, and she joins the show from Boston.

Also on today's show: Cyrus Nasseri, former Iranian nuclear negotiator; Simon Shama, host of the new PBS documentary "The Holocaust, 80 Years On"

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Former Deputy Secretary of State Kurt Campbell

Thu, 17 Apr 2025 19:23:00 -0000

Countries around the world are asking whether it is in their best interest to align

more closely with China or the United States. Kurt Campbell helped guide US-

China policy through multiple administrations and was Deputy Secretary of State

under Joe Biden. He joins Christiane for his first TV interview since leaving

government.

Also on today’s show: Director Marcel Mettelsiefen discusses his new

documentary on the Israel-Palestine conflict, “A State of Rage”; business owners

Debbie Wei Mullin and Sarah LaFleur on the impact of the Trump tariffs

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Fighting Back Against Trump

Wed, 16 Apr 2025 20:32:00 -0000

Harvard University has refused to bow to President Trump's demands to drop DEI measures and punish student protesters. While some universities like Columbia buckled under the financial pressure and Trump's demands, Harvard is not alone in resisting. Among those fighting back is Wesleyan University, whose own federal funding has been threatened. School President Michael Roth joins Christiane from Connecticut.

Also on today's show: David Gibson, Director, Center on Religion and Culture, Fordham University; author Kelsey Osgood ("Godstruck")

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Ukrainian MP on Latest Russian Attack

Tue, 15 Apr 2025 19:36:00 -0000

Ukraine is still reeling from a massive Russian attack on civilians after two ballistic missiles struck the heart of the city of Sumy, killing almost three dozen people. Ukrainian MP and Chair of the Parliament’s Foreign Affairs Committee Oleksandr Merezhko joins the show to discuss how Ukraine can navigate a fraught relationship with the White House amidst ongoing Russian attacks.

Also on today's show: Kholood Khair, Sudanese researcher and political analyst; director Alex Gibney and author Jane Mayer on "The Dark Money Game"; Pulitzer Prize-winning artist Art Spiegelman

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What to make of Tariff 'Exemptions'

Mon, 14 Apr 2025 18:46:00 -0000

In the hours between Friday and Sunday, the White House announced exemptions on some Chinese tech products, only for the Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick to say these are just "temporary" and that the electronics will still face other levies. Greg Mankiw, a former economic adviser to President George W. Bush, and Ernie Tedeschi, who was chief economist under President Biden, join the show together to discuss.

Also on today's show: Vali Nasr, Professor, School of Advanced International Studies, Johns Hopkins University / Former U.S. State Department Advisor; David Culver, Senior US National Correspondent; Kenneth Stern, Director, Bard Center for the Study of Hate

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The Impact of Trump's Trade War and Abrupt Reversal of Tariffs

Sun, 13 Apr 2025 01:23:00 -0000

A week after the meltdown of markets everywhere and Trump's sudden pause on most new tariffs for 90 days - with the exception of China, economists say the trade war is still on, the damage has already been done and the likelihood of a recession remains. Long time allies now view America with suspicion and trust has been badly damaged. To contextualize what this moment means for America, Christiane spoke to renowned global historian Peter Frankopan. Then to find out how Beijing is viewing the Trump administration's actions, Christiane talked to Li Yuan who covers China and its foreign relations for the New York Times. Also, CNN's Jeremy Diamond reports on one IDF soldier who is blowing the whistle on a policy to purposely destroy everything in a massive buffer zone inside Gaza and even make it a kill zone. Afterwards, award-winning author Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie speaks to Christiane about her new novel "Dream Count" - a tale of love, loss and female solidarity. Then, as Rwanda commemorates 31 years since the genocide there, Christiane revisits her 1994 report on the biblical retribution that befell the Hutu killers who were struck by a plague-like outbreak of cholera after fleeing Rwanda for neighboring countries. And finally, as "The Great Gatsby" turns 100, why it retains its relevance all these years later.

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Former NH Governor Chris Sununu

Thu, 10 Apr 2025 18:38:00 -0000

Donald Trump has taken the global economy on a dangerous roller coaster, and it's not over yet. Chris Sununu was the Republican Governor of New Hampshire. He was a backer of Nikki Haley but ultimately endorsed Donald Trump. He's just ruled out a Senate run in the state, much to the President's disappointment. He joins the program from New York.

Also on today's show: author Ed Yong; economist Oren Cass; director Gints Zilbalodis

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US-China Trade War Escalates

Wed, 09 Apr 2025 19:07:00 -0000

Donald Trump suddenly paused his new tariffs today on all effected countries ... with the notable exception of China. Before the pause, China announced plans to raise tariffs on American imports to 84%. Trump retaliated by raising tariffs on China to 125%. This all came after Vice President JD Vance offended Beijing by referring to “Chinese peasants” in an interview defending US policy. Trying to make sense of all this is Li Yuan, who covers China and its foreign relations for the New York Times. She joins to the program from New York.

Also on today's show: playwright Ryan Calais Cameron; recently detained Canadian actor Jasmine Mooney

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Effect of Latest SCOTUS Rulings

Tue, 08 Apr 2025 18:32:00 -0000

Two Supreme Court rulings will impact critical Trump Administration deportation cases. First, the court allowed the White House to continue using the Alien Enemies Act, which gives them sweeping wartime authority to rapidly deport alleged gang members. In a second case, the Court extended a deadline for returning Maryland father Kilmar Abrego Garcia from a Venezuelan prison back to the US. Gregg Nunziata, a veteran of the conservative legal movement, joins the show to discuss the implications of these rulings.

Also on today's show: Jan Egeland, Secretary General, Norwegian Refugee Council; Dr. Tom Frieden, Former Director, Centers for Disease Control and Prevention

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Tariff Turmoil

Mon, 07 Apr 2025 18:58:00 -0000

Markets continue to tumble across the world after President Trump said he won’t back down from his aggressive trade policies. Unlike previous economic crises, the pain is entirely self-inflicted. Betsey Stevenson is a former economic adviser to President Obama and a Professor of Economics at the University of Michigan. Justin Wolfers is also a Professor of Economics at the University of Michigan and they both join the show.

Also on today's show: Utah State Senator Nate Blouin; Turkish journalist Ece Temelkuran; NYT reporter Steven Kurutz

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Europe's Reaction to Trump's Sweeping Tariffs

Sun, 06 Apr 2025 00:10:00 -0000

With Donald Trump's sweeping tariffs going into effect on Saturday, world leaders are grappling with how to respond to the chaos hitting markets across the globe. German Foreign Minister Annalena Baerbock joined Christiane from NATO headquarters in Brussels to discuss how Europe plans to retaliate. Then, as Hungary withdraws from the International Criminal Court this week and Viktor Orban welcomes Benjamin Netanyahu, who's under an ICC arrest warrant for alleged war crimes in Gaza, Christiane asks former U.S. ambassador David Pressman, who served there until this year, whether Trump's America is following Hungary's autocratic playbook. Also, after far-right politician Marine Le Pen was found guilty of embezzlement, Melissa Bell reports from Paris on what it means for France and the future of the National Rally party in the 2027 elections. Christiane also speaks with two aid workers who've seen the horrors in Gaza up close; American physician Tanya Haj-Hassan just left Gaza after spending almost 6 weeks there, and Arwa Damon, a former CNN journalist turned charity founder is desperately trying to get back in. From Christiane's archives, the search for Pope John Paul II's successor, twenty years after his death.

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Two Former World Leaders on Trump's Tariffs

Fri, 04 Apr 2025 19:04:00 -0000

As Donald Trump's historic tariffs trigger a global trade war, two former leaders join the show to discuss what this means for their countries and the world: Sanna Marin was Prime Minister of Finland-- she knows the threat posed by Russia all too well; and Juan Manuel Santos, the former president of Colombia, won the Nobel Peace Prize in 2016 for his role in bringing the country's decades long conflict to an end.

Also on today's show: actors Tom Basden and Tim Key on the new feel-good film "The Ballad of Wallis Island"; former US Ambassador to Japan Rahm Emanuel

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Germany FM on Trade War

Thu, 03 Apr 2025 18:56:00 -0000

The world is now in a trade war after the White House imposed tariffs of at least 10% across all countries. Germany's foreign minister Annalena Baerbock is at NATO HQ today, having just visited their ally in Kyiv. She spoke to Christiane from Brussels.

Also on today's show: author Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie; Atlantic Editor-in-Chief Jeffrey Goldberg

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Battling Back Against Trump

Wed, 02 Apr 2025 19:40:00 -0000

President Trump is poised to declare sweeping new global tariffs, and across the world, leaders are bracing for impact, making it very clear that they will not take this lying down. While it's tariff day for Trump, it may just be resurrection day for Democrats, the opposition roaring back to life with a 25-hour speech by Senator Cory Booker, and a convincing win in Wisconsin's Supreme Court election. Democratic Senator Chris Murphy was in the chamber for Cory Booker's entire speech and asked the final question, and he joins Christiane from DC.

Also on today's show: Arwa Damon, Founder & President, INARA; Tanya Haj-Hassan, American physician who volunteered in Gaza; Tiya A. Miles, Professor of History, Harvard University / Author, "All That She Carried"

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Former US AG on Trump's 'Serious Threat'

Tue, 01 Apr 2025 18:31:00 -0000

President Trump and his team continue to test the boundaries of the US Constitution, from detaining students on visas due to their speech, to repeatedly floating the idea of a third term. Among his many executive orders, Trump has targeted major practices and their lawyers. Alberto Gonzales is the former White House Counsel to George W. Bush and the former US Attorney General, who warned in September that he viewed Trump as "perhaps the most serious threat to the rule of law in a generation." He joins the show.

Also on today's show: Idit Ohel, mother of Israeli hostage Alon Ohel; Justin Levitt, Professor, Loyola Law School / Former Senior Policy Adviser for Democracy & Voting Rights, Biden Administration

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Le Pen Conviction Sends Shockwaves through France

Mon, 31 Mar 2025 18:44:00 -0000

French politician Marine Le Pen has been convicted of embezzlement, which means she now faces potentially years behind bars, a €100,000 fine and an immediate ban from running for public office. It's a shockwave for France, where Le Pen has run for the presidency in every election since 2012, with her support swelling in recent years. To unpack what this means, foreign policy advisor Nathalie Tocci and veteran French reporter Thierry Arnaud join the show.

Also on today's show: Dr. Sania Nishtar CEO, Gavi, The Vaccine Alliance; Tina Fordham, Co-founder & geopolitical strategist, Fordham Global Insight; author Edward Fishman, "Chokepoints"

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The Far-Reaching Consequences of SignalGate

Sat, 29 Mar 2025 21:45:00 -0000

As the Trump team scrambles to contain the fallout over the signal scandal, former Republican Senator and U.S. Defense Secretary under President Barack Obama, Chuck Hagel, talked to Christiane about the far-reaching consequences of this blunder. Then she speaks with best-selling author Michael Lewis and satirist W. Kamau Bell, about their new book called, "Who is Government? The Untold Story of Public Service.," which profiles the civil servants being targeted by the new administration in their federal government cuts. Plus, Ivan Watson reports on the hundreds of people trapped inside “scam compounds” in the warlord-controlled border region of Myanmar, the nexus of a billion-dollar scam industry, where hundreds of thousands of trafficked people have been working as modern slaves, conning victims around the world out of their savings. Then, as “The Sound of Music" turns 60, Christiane revisits her conversation with Julie Andrews about her legendary career and some behind-the-scenes moments. Plus, as the administration's foreign aid cut halt the critical cleanup of Agent Orange and other diplomatic efforts in Vietnam, Christiane's 60 Minutes report highlights the devastating impact of the toxic chemical on the local population and U.S. vets alike, and the reason for the much-needed U.S. assistance to this day.

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Author Colum McCann

Fri, 28 Mar 2025 20:17:00 -0000

In a week in which the security of internet communications is in the spotlight, a new novel captures the murky world of undersea internet cables: essential, indispensable and incredibly vulnerable. Author Colum McCann captures the real-world drama in his highly anticipated new book, “Twist.”

Also on today's show: Iranian-Kurdish rapper Saman Yasin; actor Julie Andrews (from the archives)

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Another Student Arrested, Threatened With Deportation

Thu, 27 Mar 2025 19:54:00 -0000

After the arrest of a green-card-holding Columbia graduate, President Trump said it's the "first arrest of many to come." Now immigration officials have detained and arrested Rumeysa Ozturk in Somerville, Massachusetts, a Turkish graduate student at Tufts University with a valid student visa. Ozturk has been forcibly transported to detention in Louisiana. Vincent Warren is Executive Director at the Center for Constitutional Rights, and he joins Christiane from New York.

Also on today's show: author Michael Lewis and host/comedian W. Kamau Bell; Jessica Chen Weiss, Professor of China Studies, John Hopkins University / Director, Institute for America, China & the Future of Global Affairs

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Latvian Foreign Minister Baiba Braže

Tue, 25 Mar 2025 19:09:00 -0000

In what would mark a small but significant diplomatic breakthrough, the White House says Ukraine and Russia have agreed to stop using military force in the Black Sea. But, Russia says that will only go into effect once sanctions are lifted on its financial institutions. As Ukraine's future hangs in the balance, and for other countries on the front line with Russia, the fear of an emboldened Putin and an absent U.S. is all too real. Baiba Braže is Latvia's Foreign Minister, and she joins the show from Washington DC.

Also on today's show: Makena Kelly, Senior Tech and Politics Reporter, WIRED; Shaima Al-Obaidi; Senior Media Manager, Save the Children UK; author Clay Risen, "Red Scare"

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Latest on Ukraine Peace Talks

Mon, 24 Mar 2025 18:44:00 -0000

A delegation from the US is meeting with Kremlin representatives in Saudi Arabia today for negotiations on a partial ceasefire in Ukraine. It comes one day after a US team met with Ukrainian negotiators for what officials are calling "productive" talks. Dara Massicot is an expert on Russia with the Carnegie Endowment of International Peace and she joins the show from Washington, DC.

Also on today's show: Özgür Özel, Leader, Turkish Republican People's Party (CHP); Nashville Councilmember Olivia Hill; Asako Gladsjo & Dr. Le’Shauna Phinazee on the new documentary "The Calling"

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USAID Cuts Imperiling Lives

Sun, 23 Mar 2025 00:18:00 -0000

First: Now that USAID is gutted, we hear from frontline humanitarian David Miliband, head of the International Rescue Committee.

Then: The Netflix hit sparking an important conversation: Adolescence—it’s about young minds, male rage, and the dangers of social media. Star of the show Stephen Graham joins me.

Plus: Fear in the occupied West Bank as Israeli settlers, often violently expand their illegal outposts. CNN is there.

Then: High stakes for Europe and the limits of Trump’s Ukraine-Russia diplomacy. Former Pentagon official Celeste Wallander joins me.

And: From the archive—on World Water Day, a warning from Sarajevo: painful echoes of water as a weapon of war, from Bosnia back then to Gaza and Ukraine today.

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IRC: USAID Cuts are Deadly

Fri, 21 Mar 2025 19:57:00 -0000

The legal battle over the Trump administration's gutting of USAID began this week with a federal judge ruling against DOGE-initiated cuts. Though Elon Musk insists "no one has died as a result" of DOGE's actions, the reality on the ground is already painting a very different picture. Health workers in the developing world have said people are already dying from the cutoff. And a new study by the Center for Global Development says millions more could die within a year. International Rescue Committee chief David Miliband joins the show to discuss.

Also on today's show: Omar El Akkad, author, “One Day, Everyone Will Have Always Been Against This”; Carrie Besnette Hauser, President and CEO, Trust for Public Land

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Serbians Take to the Streets

Thu, 20 Mar 2025 18:29:00 -0000

Can anti-corruption protests in Serbia take down a populist president? Democracy activist Maja Stojanovic joins the show from Belgrade. Then we go to Gaza, where the end of the ceasefire could also mean ending any chance of an education for hundreds of thousands of children there. And we take a look at the harrowing Netflix hit series that takes on toxic masculinity.

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A Fresh Look at Supporting Ukraine

Wed, 19 Mar 2025 19:00:00 -0000

The result of Donald Trump's heavily hyped negotiating session with Vladimir Putin yesterday is no to an unconditional ceasefire, and Russia immediately launched air attacks overnight and so did Ukraine. Moscow however did agree to exchange more prisoners of war with Kyiv, 300 in all today, and the US says more talks are planned. At the Pentagon, Celeste Wallander oversaw US military assistance to Ukraine during the Biden administration. In her latest Foreign Affairs article, she says that with uncertainty hanging over American aid to Kyiv, Europe and Ukraine have more leverage than they think.

Also on today's show: Greg Swenson, Chairman, Republicans Overseas UK; author John Green ("Everything is Tuberculosis")

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Why Did Israel Break the Ceasefire

Tue, 18 Mar 2025 19:01:00 -0000

Hundreds of people have been killed in Gaza after Israel broke a ceasefire and unleashed a huge bombardment across the territory on Tuesday morning. Israel says it was a "pre-emptive strike" targeting military commanders, leadership officials and terrorist infrastructure. Israel's Foreign Ministry adddd that Hamas refused to extend the ceasefire. Correspondent Jeremy Diamond has the details.

Also on today's show: Olga Cherevko, Spokesperson, UN Office for the Coordination of Humanitarian Affairs; Oleksiy Goncharenko, Ukrainian Member of Parliament; Simon Harris, Irish Foreign Minister; Derek Thompson and Ezra Klein, co-authors of "Abundance"

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Gaza Humanitarian Crisis Intensifies

Mon, 17 Mar 2025 19:45:00 -0000

As peace talks drag on, the crisis in Gaza gets worse and worse. It's now two weeks since Israel shut off electricity, food, fuel and medical supplies, in a bid to pressure Hamas to accept an extension of the preliminary ceasefire. Gavin Kelleher is the humanitarian access manager in Gaza for the Norwegian Refugee Council. He joins the show from Gaza City.

Also on today's show: Elizabeth Goitein, Senior Director, Liberty and National Security Program, Brennan Center for Justice; Noubar Afeyan, Co-Founder & Chairman, Moderna; Mary McCord, Former Acting Assistant Attorney General for National Security, DOJ

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Allies React to Trump's Global Realignment & Trade War

Sat, 15 Mar 2025 22:40:00 -0000

As Trump’s global trade war rattles markets and allies prepare for a post-America world, and just after President Putin weighed in on the U.S. Ukrainian ceasefire proposal, Christiane spoke with Trump's former EU ambassador Gordon Sondland about his global realignment. Then, Christiane speaks with exiled Russian journalist Mikhail Zygar who explains why the Kremlin is celebrating the chaos ushered in by Trump, seeing it as accelerating America's demise. Plus, the ACLU’s Cecillia Wang breaks down the case of Columbia graduate and pro-Palestinian activist Mahmoud Khalil, explaininf its significance for first amendment rights. Also on the show, Nic Robertson reports from East Jerusalem on Israel’s crackdown on free speech. And from her archive, forty years since Mikhail Gorbachev became the last leader of the Soviet Union, Christiane revisits her 2012 interview with him.

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EU Foreign Policy Chief Kaja Kallas

Fri, 14 Mar 2025 18:10:00 -0000

G7 foreign ministers are meeting against the ever-changing landscape of President Trump’s policies, and there's no better example of his administration's impact than in the host country: Canada. Which is still reeling from the shock of its neighbor starting a full-blown trade war. Meantime, Europe faces a triple whammy: Trump tariffs, plus the shockwaves of suddenly being forced to fend for themselves, plus Ukraine’s fight for survival. On Ukraine, Russian President Putin says he supports 'the proposal to cease hostilities’ but has 'reservations'. Kaja Kallas is the European Union's High Representative for Foreign Affairs and Security Policy and was Estonia’s Prime Minister until last year. She joined the program from Quebec where the G7 is taking place.

Also on today's show: Russian journalist Mikhail Zygar; author Jonathan D. Cohen, “Losing Big: America's Reckless Bet on Sports Gambling”

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Former US Ambassador to the EU Gordon Sondland

Thu, 13 Mar 2025 19:08:00 -0000

For the first time since Ukraine and the US agreed a ceasefire proposal, Vladimir Putin has reacted, saying he's "for this ceasefire," but with "reservations." Gordon Sondland, who served as US Ambassador to the EU during Trump's first term, joins the show from DC for an insider view.

Also on today's show: Baher Azmy, Legal Director of the Center of Constitutional Rights / Attorney for Mahmoud Khalil; NYT journalist Farnaz Fassihi; Eric Lascelles, Managing Director, RBC Global Asset Management

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Former NATO Ambassador Kurt Volker

Wed, 12 Mar 2025 18:23:00 -0000

Russia has not yet said if it will accept a ceasefire with Ukraine, after President Zelensky put the ball in Putin's court, saying he will enter a 30-day temporary truce. The Kremlin says it's waiting for a briefing from US officials on the terms of the ceasefire. Kurt Volker was President Trump's Special Envoy for Ukraine during Trump's first term, and was also Ambassador to NATO for George W. Bush.

Also on today's show: Cecillia Wang, National Legal Director, ACLU; Scott Galloway, Host, The Prof G Pod / Professor of Marketing, NYU Stern School of Business

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Will Trump's Tariffs Trash the Economy?

Tue, 11 Mar 2025 18:53:00 -0000

As fears of an economic downturn grow in the US, President Trump today posted that he will raise tariffs on all Canadian steel and aluminum from 25% to 50% and threatened to shut down the Canadian automobile industry. This comes as the Dow and S&P 500 each posted their worst day of the year. Former Vice Chair of the Fed Richard Clarida joins the show to discuss this all.

Also on today's show: Alina Polyakova, CEO & President, Centre for European Policy Analysis; Winnie Byanyima, UNAIDS Executive Director; Dr Ashish Jha, Dean, Brown University School of Public Health/ Fmr. COVID 19 Response Coordinator Under Pres. Biden

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Former NATO Supreme Allied Commander James Stavridis

Mon, 10 Mar 2025 19:50:00 -0000

This could be a crucial week for the war in Ukraine, with U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio and Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky each in Saudi Arabia for talks on the future of the war. It comes at a fraught time, after the Trump administration dealt Kyiv a number of serious blows, all while Kyiv is still fending off Russia’s aggression. Admiral James Stavridis, formerly NATO’s Supreme Allied Commander, joins to discuss.

Also on today's show: Rim Turkmani, Director, LSE Syria Conflict Research Program; Ann Olivarius, Chair and Senior Partner, McAllister Olivarius; Reid Hoffman, Co-founder, LinkedIn

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New World Order Takes Shape Under Trump 2.0

Sat, 08 Mar 2025 22:52:00 -0000

First: As Trump turns the world order on its head, cutting off Ukraine and cozying up to Russia, we get the view from Kyiv with former defense administrator Andriy Zagorodnyuk.

Then: Trump’s opposition weighs in. Democratic Congressman Seth Moulton.

And: As the Supreme Court rules Trump must unfreeze foreign aid, a reality check on the most desperate: the women and children of Afghanistan.

Plus: Two states, one homeland. A path forward in the Middle East with Palestinian and Israeli peace activists.

Also: It’s International Women’s Day. From the archive, the view from Afghanistan under the Taliban.

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Who's Inspiring Trump?

Fri, 07 Mar 2025 17:41:00 -0000

First, we explore Donald Trump's admiration for authoritarian leader Victor Orban with a former US ambassador to Hungary. Plus, "Kyoto" is London's hot new play. We're joined by the play's cowriter and star, who explain how they turned climate talks into a must-see political thriller. And we head down the hippie trail with the famous travel writer Rick Steves.

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Canadian Foreign Minister Mélanie Joly

Thu, 06 Mar 2025 20:16:00 -0000

President Trump's on-again, off-again tariffs have prompted Canadian store owners to take American products off the shelves, and sports fans are booing the US national anthem. Canadians are also outraged by Trump's repeated taunt to make their country the 51st state, and there are even reports the US might kick it out of the "Five Eyes" intelligence alliance. To discuss all this, Canadian Foreign Minister Mélanie Joly joins the show from Toronto.

Also on today's show: former Ukrainian Defense Minister Andriy Zagorodnyuk; May Pundak & Rula Hardal, co-directors of the NGO "A Land for All"; Frank Sesno, professor at the GW School of Media and Public Affairs

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Rep. Seth Moulton Reacts to SOTU

Wed, 05 Mar 2025 19:30:00 -0000

In his address to a joint session of Congress on Tuesday night, President Trump acknowledged that there will be "a little disturbance" ahead. The theme was meant to be the "Renewal of the American Dream," but instead he doubled down on his plan to break up the global economic order. One of the attendees of last night's address was Democratic Congressman Seth Moulton and he joins the show from Washington.

Also on today's show: former Washington Post Executive Editor Marty Baron; author Elaine Weiss ("Spell Freedom")

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Alexander Vindman on 'The Folly of Realism'

Tue, 04 Mar 2025 19:40:00 -0000

The Trump administration is pausing all shipments of military aid to Ukraine, potentially crippling the country's war effort against an invading Russia. Concurrently, the White House is pausing offensive cyber operations against Moscow and even mulling sanctions relief. Joining the program to discuss is former NSC Director of European Affairs Alexander Vindman, who in 2019 blew the whistle on Trump's threat to suspend military aid to try to get Zelensky to investigate Hunter Biden. Vindman's new book "The Folly of Realism: How the West Deceived Itself About Russia and Betrayed Ukraine" could hardly be more timely.

Also on today's show: Dr. Mary T. Bassett, Director, FXB Center for Health & Human Rights, Harvard University; Marc Short, Former Chief of Staff to Vice President Mike Pence; Gracelin Baskaran, Director, Critical Minerals Security Program, CSIS

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UK Takes Lead After Trump Trashes Zelensky

Mon, 03 Mar 2025 21:19:00 -0000

In the course of one week, America has appeared to pivot in foreign policy, from an unprecedented vote with Russia at the United Nations to President Trump's angry exchange with Ukrainian President Zelensky in the Oval Office. On Sunday, British Prime Minister Keir Starmer hosted an emergency summit and announced that the UK and France were assembling a "coalition of the willing" to enforce a peace deal for Ukraine. Sir Malcolm Rifkind was foreign secretary in John Major's government and joins the show to discuss.

Also on today's show: Finland President Alexander Stubb; Ukrainian jounralist Nataliya Gumenyuk

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Trump & Zelensky Hold Heated Oval Office Meeting

Sun, 02 Mar 2025 00:15:00 -0000

First: Zelensky joins a parade of European leaders at the White House this week, wheeling and dealing over the security of Ukraine and the whole continent.

Then: With the future of the US-European alliance on the line, Britain’s former defense secretary, Ben Wallace, discusses what happens when you’re played by Putin.

And: Grief and pain as Israel buries the Bibas family, finally at home.

Plus: Behind the scenes thriller, "Kyoto," brings the high-stakes drama of climate diplomacy to the stage.

Also: From my archives, Bucha and what remains.

Finally: The Oscars this weekend. The inability of one contender to find a US distributor.

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Former Pence Chief of Staff Marc Short

Fri, 28 Feb 2025 19:00:00 -0000

In the five weeks since his second inauguration, President Trump has been flooding the zone with executive order after executive order, while slashing federal agencies with help from Elon Musk. But is this style of governing finally reaching resistance? Marc Short, former Chief of Staff to Vice President Mike Pence, brings an insider view.

Also on today's show: playwright Joe Murphy and actor Stephen Kunken on "Kyoto"; ACLU LGBTQ & HIV Rights Project Co-Director Chase Strangio

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Assessing the 'Special Relationship' Moving Forward

Thu, 27 Feb 2025 19:20:00 -0000

British Prime Minister Keir Starmer met with US President Donald Trump today in Washington. The stakes were high, with European security, and indeed prosperity in the balance. As UK Ambassador to the US during the Obama presidency, Sir Peter Westmacott helped steward the US-UK special relationship, a unique alliance dating back to World War II. He joins the show to make sense of where it may be headed.

Also on today's show: Former Ukrainian Defense Minister Oleksii Reznikov; grief expert David Kessler

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Former British Defense Secretary Ben Wallace

Wed, 26 Feb 2025 19:52:00 -0000

For the past week, Donald Trump has publicly aligned the United States more with America's adversary, Vladimir Putin, than with its allies, Ukraine and the rest of the Europe. With the next German chancellor talking about having to seek security independence from the United States, NATO leaders are already ramping up their defense spending. Ben Wallace was the UK's Defense Secretary during Russia's invasion in 2022 and has been a staunch supporter of Ukraine. He joins Christiane in London.

Also on today’s show: Gregg Nunziata, Executive Director, Society for the Rule of Law; New America senior adviser and retired naval officer Theodore R. Johnson

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Who is Dan Bongino?

Tue, 25 Feb 2025 20:10:00 -0000

The FBI is undergoing the most radical transformation of its leadership in its history. It's new director, Kash Patel, an ardent Trump supporter, was narrowly confirmed by the Senate last week and he will now be joined by Dan Bongino as deputy director, a former secret service agent turned right-wing podcaster. The modern FBI is meant to be apolitical, but can it remain so with two ideologues at the helm? Brian Todd reports on the latest controversial appointment.

Also on today's show: former FBI Deputy Director Andrew McCabe; International Crisis Group President/CEO Comfort Ero; Hermitage Capital Management CEO/Co-founder Bill Browder

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Europe Marks 3 Years of War in Ukraine

Mon, 24 Feb 2025 20:10:00 -0000

European leaders are gathered in Kyiv today to mark the third anniversary of Russia’s war on Ukraine. And for President Zelensky, the show of European support could not come at a more important time: after President Trump shocked allies by adopting Russian talking points, calling President Zelensky a dictator and falsely claiming he started the war. Correspondent Nick Paton Walsh reports the latest from Kyiv.

Also on today's show: Ukrainian novelist Andrey Kurkov; Constanze Stelzenmüller Senior Fellow, The Brookings Institution; David Broder, Europe Editor, Jacobin; human rights activist and author Kenneth Roth

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Russia Revels in West’s Division

Sat, 22 Feb 2025 21:53:00 -0000

As Trump launches a jaw-dropping 180 on Russia-Ukraine policy, Biden’s number two at the State Department, Wendy Sherman, joins me to discuss Putin’s playbook and what Trump needs to know about dealing with him. Then, democratic institutions at home are under unprecedented threat. M. Gessen, who lived through similar events in Russia, joins the program. Plus, Madeleine Albright's words from my archives still resonate today. Also ahead, alarm bells are sounding over the threat to democracy. A new series traces Mussolini’s rise to power, and I speak with director Joe Wright.

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Trump to Putin: Welcome!

Fri, 21 Feb 2025 19:00:00 -0000

Ukraine is left looking on as America brings Russia back into the fold and Trump tests constitutional limits at home. New York Times columnist Masha Gessen joins Christiane to discuss the threats of rising authoritarianism in the US and abroad.

Also on today's show: Top EU diplomat Kaja Kallas; Jordan Foreign Minister Ayman Safadi; Democratic congresswoman Jahana Hayes

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Former Russian Diplomat Boris Bondarev

Thu, 20 Feb 2025 21:28:00 -0000

Ukraine has been fighting for its freedom for 1,093 days and must now contend not only with Russia but a reversal in US foreign policy, as the new administration welcomes Vladimir Putin back into the fold. Boris Bondarev was a diplomat who quit his post and denounced the Putin regime after the invasion of Ukraine. He joined the show from Geneva to give us the Russian view of things.

Also on today's show: US Senate Democrat Elissa Slotkin; author Bernadette Atuahene

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Former US Diplomat on US-Russia Relations

Wed, 19 Feb 2025 20:05:00 -0000

We are seeing a shift in US and Russia's relations as high-level talks take place in Saudi Arabia, with both countries agreeing to "work through the conflict in Ukraine." Wendy Sherman was Deputy Secretary of State in the Biden administration and was among the last American diplomats to negotiate with Russian officials on the eve of their 2022 invasion. She joins Christiane from DC.

Also on today's show: Ruth Margalit, Contributing writer, The New York Times Magazine; Brendan Ballou, Former Federal Prosecutor

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Trump Alarms Europe

Tue, 18 Feb 2025 20:20:00 -0000

For the first time since Russia's full-scale invasion of Ukraine, ssenior Russian and American officials are meeting to discuss what comes next. The exclusion of Kyiv and European allies at this early stage is causing concern in the continent most impacted by this war, and fears are growing that President Trump, eager for a quick deal, will give away too much. Correspondent Nick Paton Walsh joins the show from Kyiv to discuss, followed by Andrea Kendall Taylor, Senior Fellow and Director of the Transatlantic Security Program.

Also on today's show Palestinian Prime Minister Mohammad Mustafa; human rights advocate and author Loretta Ross

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Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky

Mon, 17 Feb 2025 20:20:00 -0000

Europe, Ukraine and much of the world is reeling after senior American officials sent a clear message at the Munich Security Conference: European security is no longer an American priority. The United States' new direction is already underway, as high-level Russian and American teams arrive in Saudi Arabia this week for bilateral talks on ending the war in Ukraine. Notably absent is Ukraine itself. President Volodymyr Zelensky will visit Saudi Arabia this week but he is not part of the negotiation. Christiane spoke with him about his plans to speak for Ukraine, even as the US and Russia try to keep him away from the table.

Also on today's show: Sen. Chris Coons; NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte; Bill Gates

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Ukraine's Zelensky Speaks with Amanpour at MSC

Sat, 15 Feb 2025 23:19:00 -0000

As NATO allies and Ukraine wait anxiously to know exactly how President Trump plans to negotiate with Vladimir Putin, Christiane sits down with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky at the Munich Security Conference, where the stakes this year couldn't be higher. With vital USAID activities on the Trump-Musk chopping block, Christiane speaks with James Kunder, former deputy administrator of USAID under George W. Bush about the global fallout of the gutting of America's largest foreign aid organization. Then, Ivan Watson reports on the real-world impact of Trump's overhaul to USAID from the Thailand-Myanmar border where refugees there are unable to access critical medical care. Also, Jeremy Strong talks to Christiane about his Oscar-nominated role, playing Roy Cohn, Donald Trump's villanous lawyer and early mentor in "The Apprentice."

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Deciphering Trump's Signals Toward Iran

Fri, 14 Feb 2025 19:40:00 -0000

Last week, President Donald Trump signed a directive "restoring maximum pressure" on Iran while signaling he's open to reaching a new deal with Tehran. Vali Nasr and Elliot Abram are two former state department officials who have served Democrat and Republican Presidents, and they join Christiane to discuss this issue.

Also on today's show: actor Fernanda Torres and director Walter Salles discuss the Oscar-nominated Brazilian film "I'm Still Here"; physician and contributing writer for The New Yorker Dhruv Khullar talks about the dangers of ultra-processed food in our diets.

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Six Million Could Die if US Pulls Funding

Thu, 13 Feb 2025 20:30:00 -0000

More than six million people could die from HIV and AIDS in the next four years if the US pulls its global funding for programs, according to the UN AIDS agency. Thandiwe Mhlambi is part of a program that reduces the risk of HIV among girls and empowers them economically. She joins Christiane from Johannesburg, South Africa.

Also on today's show: James Kunder, Former Deputy Administrator, USAID; Robert Lighthizer, Former US Trade Representative; Joe Wright, Director, "Mussolini: Son of the Century"

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Richard Haass on 'America First'

Wed, 12 Feb 2025 20:50:00 -0000

Today President Trump and Russian President Vladimir Putin had a 90-minute phone call, making him the first American leader to speak with his Russian counterpart Putin's invasion of Ukraine three years ago. Meanwhile at NATO headquarters, Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth made clear the US no longer wants to take the lead protecting Ukraine and poured cold water on some of Kyiv's bottom lines for peace negotiations. Richard Haass served for years in senior positions at the State Department before heading up the Council on Foreign Relations. He joins Christiane from New York to discuss the new world order and "America first."

Also on today's show: Oscar-nominated actor Jeremy Strong ("The Apprentice"); "Death By Numbers" writer/subject Sam Fuentes and producer/director Kim A. Snyder

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Trump Doubles Down on Gaza Plan

Tue, 11 Feb 2025 21:33:00 -0000

President Trump met with Jordan's King Abdullah today as the region faces yet another moment of crisis over the ceasefire between Israel and Hamas. Meanwhile, the US president is doubling down on his controversial proposal to permanently relocate the majority of Palestinians from Gaza to Egypt and Jordan. Correspondent Jeremy Diamond has the latest from Tel Aviv.

Also on today's show: veteran Egyptian diplomat Hossam Zaki; former White House health policy adviser Dr. Ezekiel Emanuel; Harvard Law professor Noah Feldman; director Mohammad Rasoulof ("The Seed of the Sacred Fig")

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How Trump's Tariffs Could Hit Canada

Mon, 10 Feb 2025 20:39:00 -0000

Just one week after President Trump reached an agreement to delay a trade spat with neighbors Canada and Mexico, he announced 25% tariffs on all steel and aluminum imports. As America’s largest supplier of steel, Canada could be hit particularly hard. It's something we see firsthand in a special report from the manufacturing heart of Ontario.

Also on today's show: Kentucky Governor Andy Beshear; director Shiori Ito ("Black Box Diaries"); author Marietje Schaake ("The Tech Coup")

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Trump Moves to Gut USAID & Takeover Gaza

Sat, 08 Feb 2025 23:42:00 -0000

Trump and Musk are all but razing the U.S. federal government. This week, USAID, a critical arm of U.S. soft power around the world was effectively dismantled and a purge of the FBI and CIA appear well underway. Christiane speaks with Matthew Bartlett, former Trump appointee to the State Department about the President's latest shake-up in Washington. Then, as the White House walks back some of Trump's comments about Gaza's future, while regional powers outright reject his proposal, Mustafa Barghouti, President of the Palestinian National Initiative Party joined Christiane from Ramallah with the Palestinian rresponse. And to explore whether there is any hope left for a two-state solution, Christiane sits down with Daniel Levy, president of the U.S.-Middle East Project and an adviser in the government of Israeli Prime Minister Ehud Barak, who put forward the most far reaching Israeli proposal at the doomed Camp David Summit nearly a quarter of a century ago. Also, as Trump signals openness to Israeli annexation of the West Bank this weel, Christiane revisits her 2007 report about the rise of Israel's extremist religious settler movement. And finally, with less than a month until the Academy Awards, Mikey Madison joins Christiane to discuss her breakout performance in "Anora," where she plays a Brooklyn sex worker who falls in love with the son of a Russian Oligarch. She's up for an Oscar having already earned nominations for best actress at every major awards ceremony.

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Former State Department Appointee Matthew Bartlett

Fri, 07 Feb 2025 20:08:00 -0000

At midnight tonight, USAID puts almost all of its staff on administrative leave. Elon Musk says the agency, which is crucial to the survival of millions of people around the world, is being fed "into the woodchipper." This action would transform the US and its traditional role on the global stage. Matthew Bartlett was appointed to the State Department by President Trump during his first term, and he joins the show from DC.

Also on today's show: Oscar-nominated actor Mikey Madison ("Anora"); Jonathan Chait, Staff Writer, The Atlantic

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Israel Says Ye, Palestinians Neh to Trump Gaza Proposal

Thu, 06 Feb 2025 20:00:00 -0000

Israel is all in on President Trump's proposal to clear out and take over Gaza. But many Palestinians in Gaza are saying very clearly that they're not going anywhere. Tom Fletcher is the United Nations' top humanitarian official and joins from inside Gaza.

Jennifer Mittelstadt, Professor of History, Rutgers University; Gillian Metzger, Professor of Constitutional Law, Columbia Law School

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World Rejects Trump's Gaza Proposals

Wed, 05 Feb 2025 19:44:00 -0000

It was the proposal heard, and roundly rejected, around the world: Hours after President Trump, with Benjamin Netanyahu by his side, said the United States should not only take control of Gaza, but with the Israeli Prime Minister at his side and called for the permanent removal of the Palestinian population. Mustafa Barghouti, President of the Palestinian National Initiative Party, joins Christiane from Ramallah in the occupied West Bank.

Also on today's show: Prince Turki Al Faisal, Former Saudi ambassador to US and UK / Former Saudi Head of Intelligence; Daniel Levy, President, US/Middle East Project; criminal defense attorney Heather Shaner, who represented Jan 6 rioters

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Ha'aretz Military Analyst Amos Harel

Tue, 04 Feb 2025 20:01:00 -0000

The future of the Israel-Hamas war hangs in the balance, as Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu meets President Donald Trump at the White House today. The US president is eager to see the war over, while Netanyahu, for various reasons, might be intent on continuing the fight. Amos Harel is a military analyst for Ha'aretz and he joins the program from Tel Aviv.

Also on today's show: Dr. Javid Abdelmoneim, Medecins Sans Frontieres; Director RaMell Ross ("Nickel Boys"); Karoun Demirjian, reporter, The New York Times

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Temporary Tariff Hold on Mexico

Mon, 03 Feb 2025 20:30:00 -0000

President Trump is putting America's economy front and center, threatening sweeping tariffs on goods from America's three biggest trade partners. Trump has since reached a temporary agreement with Mexico to pause tariffs for one month in exchange for ten thousand Mexican troops being sent to the border. Meanwhile, Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau spoke with Trump today and is expected to keep negotiating. Canada's former Foreign Minister John Baird joins the show from Toronto.

Also on today's show: Adam Boehler, US Special Envoy for Hostage Affairs; Tom Malinowski, Former US House Democrat; Peter Beinart, Author, "Being Jewish After the Destruction of Gaza"

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Is the U.S. Sleepwalking Into Autocracy Under Trump 2.0?

Sun, 02 Feb 2025 02:55:00 -0000

Less than two weeks into Donald Trump's second term, the president is flooding the zone with executive orders, testing the very institutions that uphold democracy. The question now is how far can Trump bend these democratic institutions before they break? To find out, Christiane spoke to Princeton Professor and autocracy expert Kim Lane Scheppele and Norm Eisen, a former counsel to the House Judiciary Committee and U.S. Ambassador to the Czech Republic. Then, as hundreds of thousands of Palestinians returned to what is left of their homes in northern Gaza this week, and while hostages are released in exchange for Palestinian prisoners, Christiane sat down with Oliver Mcternan, a former Catholic priest turned hostage negotiator. They speak about possible next steps in the ceasefire deal and how to break the endless cycle of violence in the region. Plus, eighty years ago this week, Soviet troops liberated Auschwitz. It marked the beginning of the end of the Holocaust, the darkest chapter in human history. From her archives, Christiane's 2008 reported from Auschwitz for a documentary called "Scream Bloody Murder" which chronicled the stories of those few brave souls who tried to expose genocide.

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Are We Sleepwalking into an Autocracy?

Fri, 31 Jan 2025 19:46:00 -0000

Donald Trump's unprecedented power grab since regaining the presidency challenges the strength of democratic institutions to act as checks and balances. It's the kind of struggle that Norm Eisen and Kim Lane Scheppele have observed closely outside America. Eisen was US Ambassador to the Czech Republic and served as a counsel to the House Judiciary Committee, and Princeton professor Scheppele worked as a researcher at the Hungarian constitutional court. They join the show to discuss their recent New York Times opinion piece, "Are We Sleepwalking Into Autocracy?"

Also on today's show: Ian Bonhôte & Peter Ettedgui, co-directors, "Super/Man: The Christopher Reeve Story"; journalist/author Chris Hayes

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Trump Blames Plane Crash On Democrats & DEI

Thu, 30 Jan 2025 22:13:00 -0000

A massive recovery is underway in Washington's Potomac river after a passenger aircraft carrying 64 people collided midair with an army Black Hawk helicopter with three soldiers on board. Authorities say there are no survivors. Aviation expert Miles O'Brien joins Christiane to discuss what happened and the rescue efforts.

Also on today's show: Gina McCarthy, Former EPA Administrator/ Fmr White National Climate Advisor; actors Jessica Hecht & Bill Irwin ("Eureka Day"); Anne Neuberger, Fmr. Deputy National Security Adviser for Cyber and Emerging Technology

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Trump Rescinds Aid Freeze. What's Next?

Wed, 29 Jan 2025 20:23:00 -0000

Donald Trump's attempt earlier this week to freeze all federal aid triggered chaos and confusion. As with many of the president's actions so far, it's unclear whether he even had the executive authority to make such an order. Today, the order was abruptly rescinded. But what does this tell us about Trump's strategy? Democratic Senator from Maryland Chris Van Hollen sits on the Appropriations Committee, and joins Christiane from Washington to discuss.

Also on today's show: Oliver McTernan, Co-Founder and Director, Forward Thinking; Chris Whipple, Author, "The Gatekeepers"

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Trump Lays Waste to Climate Issues

Tue, 28 Jan 2025 20:57:00 -0000

"Drill, baby, drill" is not just a slogan that Donald Trump ran on, but a clear policy goal his first week in office. With a flurry of executive orders, his administration is trying to yank the US out of the Paris Climate Accords again, undo Biden-era green investment, and undermine efforts to pursue environmental justice. Benji Backer is a conservative environmental activist who believes that climate should be a non-partisan issue, and Lisa Friedman reports on climate policy and politics for the New York Times. They join the show to discuss what this all means for the climate and environment.

Also on today's show: Nabih Bulos, Middle East Bureau Chief, The Los Angeles Times; Gabor Maté, Physician / Author, “The Myth of Normal”

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Marking Holocaust Memorial Day

Mon, 27 Jan 2025 20:50:00 -0000

80 years ago today, Soviet troops liberated Auschwitz, the largest of the Nazi death camps, marking the beginning of the end of the Holocaust. Some of those who survived the Holocaust later survived the Hamas attack of October 7, 2023, including Zvi Solow, who fled Poland, Italy, and Greece during World War II. He speaks to Paula Newton from southern Israel.

Also on today's show: Zahra Joya, Founder & Editor-in-Chief, Rukhshana Media; Jonathan Blitzer, Staff Writer, The New Yorker

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Trump 2.0 Sparks Global Shake-Up & State Department Resignations

Sat, 25 Jan 2025 17:58:00 -0000

In his first week back in office, President Trump's strong arm is already making itself felt around the world — with the United States pulling out of the World Health Organization and Paris Climate Accords, imposing tariffs on China and the Americas, and pledging to end wars while threatening territorial annexations. Christiane talked to Sir John Sawers, former MI6 chief and UK ambassador to the UN, about what this shift means for where the world is headed. Then, as the State Department experiences a wave of resignations and retirements, and Marco Rubio proclaims Trump's will be the most pro-Israel administration in history, Christiane speaks with Josh Paul, one of the first Biden State Department staffers to resign over Biden's Israel policy. And as a fragile ceasefire holds in Gaza, Palestinian diplomat Husam Zomlot joined Christiane to discuss the uncertain future for Palestinians there. Plus, award-winning filmmaker Mike Leigh and actress Marianne Jean-Baptiste discuss their new film "Hard Truths." And finally, Sharone Lifschitz reflects on the anguish of Israeli families like hers, still waiting for loved ones held hostage by Hamas.

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The Great US State Department Shakeup

Fri, 24 Jan 2025 19:30:00 -0000

As week one of Trump 2.0 wraps up, a new era of American diplomacy begins. Inside the State Department, one former ambassador reportedly describes "deep despair" over Trump loyalists being promoted regardless of age or experience, with a wave of long-serving senior diplomats either quitting or retiring. Former State Department official Josh Paul joins the program to discuss what this seismic shift means for America's standing in the world.

Also on today's show: Director Mike Leigh and actor Marianne Jean-Baptiste on "Hard Truths"; Rebecca Winthrop and Jenny Anderson, co-authors of "The Disengaged Teen"

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The Consequences of Trump's Immigration Crackdown

Fri, 24 Jan 2025 00:07:00 -0000

The Trump administration is moving with lightning speed to crack down on immigration in the US, effectively closing the country to asylum seekers while laying the groundwork to deport migrants already in the country. David Miliband, CEO of the International Rescue Committee, which assists people fleeing conflict and disaster, joins the show from Davos to discuss.

Also on today's show: Columbia School of Journalism Dean Jelani Cobb; Harvard Law School Professor Noah Feldman

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Trump's Immediate Impact on Foreign Policy

Wed, 22 Jan 2025 20:00:00 -0000

With a sweep of his pen, President Trump is issuing executive orders, changing the federal government, fulfilling campaign promises and settling scores. It's only been two days, and Trump has already withdrawn, again, from the Paris Climate Agreement and the World Health Organization. He's also ordered all government maps and documents to rename the Gulf of Mexico, and has threatened tariffs on Mexico, China, and now Russia. John Sawers, who formerly led Britain's spy agency MI6 and served as the UK's Ambassador to the UN, joins Christiane to discuss these security challenges and the inner workings of foreign policy.

Also on today's show: CNN Senior Global Affairs Analyst Bianna Golodryga; Husam Zomlot, Head of the Palestinian Mission to the UK; Paul Rosenzweig, Former Deputy Assistant Secretary, Homeland Security Department / Founding member, Federalist Society

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Trump Quickly Makes His Mark

Tue, 21 Jan 2025 23:50:00 -0000

We're just two days into Donald Trump's second term, and the 47th President has already signed dozens of sweeping executive orders, targeting everything from climate regulations to TikTok, diversity equality and inclusion programs, to refugee admission. Trump has also issues pardons for more than a thousand people charged or convicted in the 2021 riots, including those who assaulted police and destroyed property. Correspondent Kevin Liptak is following all of this from Washington DC and joins the show from the White House.

Also on today's show: Immigration advocates Erika Andiola & Andrea Martinez; Palestinian English language teacher Asma Mustafa; US Senate Democrat Ron Wyden

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What to Make of Trump's Inaugural Address

Mon, 20 Jan 2025 20:40:00 -0000

Donald Trump is president once again, completing a remarkable political comeback. David Frum, former speechwriter for President George W. Bush, and now staff writer at The Atlantic, joins the show from Washington DC to dissect President Trump’s inaugural address.

Also on today's show: Imani Perry, Professor of African & African American Studies, Harvard University; Ian Bremmer, President and Founder, Eurasia Group

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Antony Blinken on Gaza Ceasefire & Biden's Foreign Policy Legacy

Sat, 18 Jan 2025 23:25:00 -0000

Just before a ceasefire was reached between Israel and Hamas, Christiane sat down with Biden’s top diplomat, outgoing Secretary of State Antony Blinken for his final television interview. She asked him about the details of the deal, calls from Israeli ministers to resettle Gaza, criticism of IDF conduct, and America’s role in Vladimir Putin’s all-out invasion of Ukraine. Blinken also shares his concerns about passing the baton to Trump and Marco Rubio, just days before Donald Trump takes the oath of office for a second term. Then, Hanako Montgomery reports on a surge of crime among female pensioners in fast-aging Japan, landing themselves in prison where they are taken care of in their old age. And, oscar-winning, Spanish director Pedro Almodóvar joins Christiane to discuss his new film "The Room Next Door," his first English language feature portraying death among friends, starring Julianne Moore and Tilda Swinton. When it comes to the Israeli-Palestinian conflict, much of the focus is on Gaza. From her archive, Christiane revisits her 2007 report exploring the alliance between Christian evangelicals in the U.S. and Israel's settler movement. She highlights that evangelicals continue to influence president-elect Donald Trump and Republican politics to this day. Finally, “Babygirl” Director Halina Reign speaks to Christiane about the bold erotic thriller stirring up conversation and awards buzz, starring Nicole Kidman.

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Former Head of Israeli Military Intelligence Amos Yadlin

Fri, 17 Jan 2025 14:30:00 -0000

It's an agonizing wait in Gaza and for Israeli hostage families, as a ceasefire proposal moves closer to reality. Former head of Israeli Military Intelligence Amos Yadlin joins the program from Tel Aviv to discuss.

Also on today's show: Tim Wu, law professor, Columbia University; Derek Thompson, staff writer, The Atlantic; Joan Baez (from the archives)

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Will The Israel-Hamas Ceasefire Hold?

Fri, 17 Jan 2025 02:16:00 -0000

At least 77 Palestinians were killed in intense bombardment since the ceasefire deal was announced, Gaza's Civil Defense says. And in Israel, far-right Finance Minister Bezalel Smotrich threatened to quit over the terms of the second phase of the agreement, a move that could threaten to collapse the Netanyahu government. The Biden administration "fully expects" the hostage deal to be implemented Sunday, while Hamas said it is "committed to the truce." Just as the ceasefire deal was being reached, Christiane sat down in Washington to discuss all this with the US Secretary of State Antony Blinken.

Also on today's show: former hostage negotiator Gershon Baskin; Altadena, California resident Kevin Williams

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Outgoing Secretary of State Antony Blinken

Wed, 15 Jan 2025 23:00:00 -0000

A ceasefire-hostage release agreement has been reached by the Israeli government and Hamas. Christiane spoke about this breakthrough in an interview with US Secretary of State Antony Blinken and CNN Senior Global Affairs Analyst Bianna Golodryga.

Also on today's show: UN Humanitarian Relief Chief Tom Fletcher; Palestinian National Initiative President Mustafa Barghouti; Sharone Lifschitz, who's father is a hostage in Gaza

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Trump Cabinet Nominee Grilled on Capitol Hill

Tue, 14 Jan 2025 08:40:00 -0000

First, we bring you the latest on the contentious confirmation hearing for Donald Trump's nominee for US defense secretary, Pete Hegseth. Then, with fire weather risk at its highest, Christiane asks former California Governor Jerry Brown what more could have been done? And, is the world ready for the next pandemic? The director general of the World Health Organization joins the show.

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Southern California on Fire

Mon, 13 Jan 2025 21:00:00 -0000

The winds are picking up again and the death toll is rising in what could be the worst wildfires in California’s history. It's an all-out race against the environment as firefighters battle to keep the blazes contained and maintain what progress they've made in the past few days. More than 20 people are confirmed dead, dozens more are missing, over a hundred thousand people are under evacuation orders, and thousands of homes are destroyed. Correspondent Veronica Miracle has the details from Altadena.

Also on today's show: Robert Kagan, Contributing Writer, The Atlantic; Director/writer Halina Reijn ("Babygirl"); Co-Directors Slava Leontyev and Brendan Bellomo ("Porcelain War")

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Musk's International Meddling & Biden's Border Legacy

Sat, 11 Jan 2025 20:14:00 -0000

Donald Trump may not be back in the White House yet, and he's already causing ructions overseas. Not just threatening to invade and annex allies, like Greenland, Panama, and Canada, but also allowing his unelected wingman, Elon Musk—using his X platform—to troll world leaders and interfere in democracies abroad. Christiane speaks with tech journalist Kara Swisher and the director of the British Future think tank, Sunder Katwala, about what’s driving Musk’s freelancing in international politics and how dangerous his influence on Trump is. She also gets into the specifics of the two decades old grooming scandal and why Musk's accusations against Keir Starmer are wrong. With wildfires raging in California, President Biden's outgoing DHS Secretary Alejandro Mayorkas joined Christiane to talk about the extreme weather emergency, Trump's promise of mass deportations, and how the terror attack on New Years Day has been politicized. And, A new film by Oscar-winner Errol Morris, "Separated," based on Jacob Soboroff’s bestselling book, examines the lasting trauma of family separation under Trump’s “zero tolerance” policy during his first term. Christiane sits down with Morris and Soboroff to talk about about their film, the human cost and the chilling possibility of history repeating itself. And as President Jimmy Carter is laid to rest, Christiane revisits their 2007 interview, which explores the late president's reflections on faith and his complicated history with Israel.

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The 'Musk' Effect

Fri, 10 Jan 2025 19:40:00 -0000

It is ten days until Donald Trump reenters the White House and by his side will be the world's richest man - Elon Musk. In the UK, Musk has stoked the flames of the far-right and misinformation. Musk also sought to interfere in Germany's upcoming elections, posting that the only thing that could save Germany is the AFD. To discuss all things Musk, longtime tech journalist Kara Swisher and the director of British Future Sunder Katwala join Christiane.

Also on today's show: Director Pedro Almodovar, "The Room Next Door"; Palantir co-founder Joe Lonsdale

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Apocalypse Now in Los Angeles

Thu, 09 Jan 2025 21:10:00 -0000

Wildfires continue to rage out of control in Southern California. Tens of thousands of residents have been forced to flee and in the Pacific Palisades neighborhood, and more than one thousand structures have been destroyed in Altadena, forcing most of the town to evacuate. Reporter Kyung Lah joins the program with the details.

Also on today's show: James Fallows, former chief speechwriter for President Jimmy Carter; Abbas Milani, Director of Iranian Studies at Stanford University; Kai Bird, author of the Jimmy Carter bio "Outlier"

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US DHS Secretary Alejandro Mayorkas

Wed, 08 Jan 2025 21:18:00 -0000

We're witnessing massive destruction and harrowing escapes in Southern California as out-of-control wildfires sweep across Los Angeles County. Extreme weather events are on the rise, and just one of the many threats across the desk of Homeland Security Secretary Alejandro Mayorkas. Now preparing to hand over his brief to the incoming Trump administration, he joins the show from Washington, DC.

Also on today's show: Director Ibrahim Nash'at, "Hollywoodgate"; Wine on Wheels founder Yannick Benjamin

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Carter Confidant Salutes his Former Boss

Tue, 07 Jan 2025 22:15:00 -0000

This week, the world bids farewell to President Jimmy Carter, who died on December 29. As a one-term President beset by crises, including high inflation and the Iranian hostage crisis, Carter's legacy for a long time seemed mixed at best. But throughout his long post-presidency, he devoted himself to peace-making, eradicating diseases, and public service in a way that gradually reframed his earlier accomplishments. Ambassador Stuart Eizenstat knew Carter well, having served as his chief domestic policy adviser, and argues he "was our most accomplished one-term modern President." He joins the show from Washington, DC.

Also on today's show: "Sing Sing" Director Greg Kwedar and actor Colman Domingo; Bruce Hoffman, Senior Fellow, Council on Foreign Relations

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Former CIA Director David Petraeus

Mon, 06 Jan 2025 19:40:00 -0000

On January 20, Donald Trump will be inaugurated at the US Capitol, where four years ago today his supporters attempted to overturn the results of the 2020 election. On the world stage, the new administration will confront a slew of challenges from the ongoing wars in Ukraine and Gaza to tense relations with China. David Petraeus is well known as a highly decorated four-star general and the former Director of the CIA. He recently joined Christiane to forecast the opportunities and pitfalls facing the new administration.

Also on today's show: Former Canadian Environment Minister Catherine McKenna; former Capitol Police Officer Harry Dunn

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The Amanpour Hour's Greatest Hits in 2024

Sat, 28 Dec 2024 23:34:24 -0000

A special show for the holidays, looking back on some of the biggest events, cultural hits and Christiane's best interviews this year. One year after the outgoing Biden administration struck a deal to bring him and four other Iranian Americans back home, Siamak Namazi, the longest held American in Iran, speaks with Christiane about his captivity in Iran's Evin prison, the torture he underwent and what it feels like to be free. Then, Christiane sits down with Hollywood legend Tom Hanks and his co-writer Christopher Riley to discuss their unique documentary "The Moonwalkers," capturing humanity's obsession with space travel. She also revisits an exclusive report from Ukraine, where she gained access to a medical evacuation train used by the Ukrainian army to transport wounded soldiers from near the frontlines to hospitals around the country. Afterwards, "True Detective" stars Jodie Foster and Kali Reis speak with Christiane about the latest season of the hit series released to critical acclaim. Oscar-winning actress Meryl Streep and former Afghan politicians, negotiator Fawzia Koofi and Dr. Habiba Sarabi, also join Christiane to talk about their new documentary called "The Sharp Edge of Peace," following the doomed efforts to negotiate with the Taliban. And finally, in a moving interview during celebrations marking 80 years since the D-Day landings in Normandy, 101 year old U.S. army veteran Jake Larson speaks with Christiane about the shared values he and his fellow servicemen fought for during World War II.

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Jailed Women's Rights Activist Speaks Out on Furlough from Iran's Evin Prison

Sat, 21 Dec 2024 17:55:09 -0000

Christiane's world exclusive with Iran's notorious women's rights activist, Narges Mohammadi, who last year was awarded the Nobel peace prize, and who has spent much of the past 20 years in Evin prison. She is accused of “spreading propaganda" and acting against the country's national security. Mohammadi was recently released on a 3-week medical furlough to recover from surgery and made the courageous decision to speak out—on this program— knowing she is gong back to jail. Plus, press freedom at risk in the United States and around the democratic world, former Washington Post Executive Editor, Martin Baron tells Christiane what’s in the Trump toolbox to legally assault the press and how to protect our constitutional right to free speech. Then, as 51 verdicts came down against Gisele Pelicot's abusers in the mass rape trial that stunned France and caught the world's attention, Saskya's Vandoorne's special report, with exclusive access to police records, on how dozens of men in one town became complicit in this horrifying crime. From Christiane's archive this week, the taxi driver who put aside ethnic divisions and became a hero to the needy during under siege in Sarajevo. And finally, Christiane speaks with Edward Berger, director of the film "Conclave," which depicts the knives out battle to elect a new pop in the Catholic Church.

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Can a US Government Shutdown be Avoided?

Fri, 20 Dec 2024 20:40:02 -0000

America faces chaos in Washington, again, with the US government just hours away from shutting down. Barring an early Christmas miracle, the proverbial lights go off at midnight tonight. Norm Ornstein, veteran political observer, joins the show to discuss.

Also on today's show: Mouaz Moustafa, Executive Director, Syrian Emergency Task Force; Charlie Warzel, Staff Writer, The Atlantic; Edward Berger, Director, "Conclave"

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Trump's Family Separation Policy Explored in New Documentary

Thu, 19 Dec 2024 23:13:36 -0000

As Donald Trump’s second term rapidly approaches, one domestic policy seems particularly clear and predictable: mass deportations. Family separation, you'll recall, was a highly controversial policy adopted by Trump in his first term. Forcibly removing children from their families was purportedly intended to act as a deterrent, but it shocked the country and divided even Trump’s own cabinet. Oscar-winning filmmaker Errol Morris and journalist Jacob Soboroff join the show to discuss the powerful new documentary "Separated," adapted from Soboroff's book of the same name.

Also on today's show: Omer Bartov, Professor of Holocaust and Genocide Studies, Brown University; Nobel prize-winning economist Paul Krugman, the former longtime opinion columnist of The New York Times

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Imprisoned Nobel Peace Prize Laureate Narges Mohammadi

Wed, 18 Dec 2024 20:45:16 -0000

In Iran, there are still those bravely speaking out on issues of human rights, democracy and women's equality. One is Narges Mohammadi, the Nobel Peace Laureate, who has now been imprisoned for the better part of the last 20 years. In a world exclusive interview, Mohammadi has made the extraordinary decision to speak to Christiane Amanpour while out on a temporary release from prison on medical grounds.

Also on today's show: former US Defense Secretary Mark Esper; New Yorker staff writer Jia Tolentino

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UN Under-Secretary-General Tom Fletcher

Tue, 17 Dec 2024 21:03:04 -0000

Syria's new leaders are pushing for legitimacy on the world stage and have been meeting with United Nations and European officials this week. The United Nation’s Under-Secretary-General for Humanitarian Affairs, Tom Fletcher, has been meeting Syria’s new authorities in Damascus. He joins the show from the Syrian capital.

Also on today's show: former Washington Post Exec Editor Martin Baron; Brady United Against Gun Violence President Kris Brown

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Former Ukrainian Foreign Minister Dmytro Kuleba

Mon, 16 Dec 2024 20:33:47 -0000

The defense of Ukraine is top of the agenda for European foreign ministers meeting in Brussels today. With a new year ahead, and a new American administration too, the urgent question is how to end the war soon. Few know better what those negotiations would look like, and the cost of any deal, than former Ukrainian foreign minister Dmytro Kuleba, who joins Christiane from Kyiv.

Also on today's show: Mediha Ibrahim Alhamad & Hasan Oswald discuss their new documentary, "Mediha"; US Energy Secretary Jennifer Granholm

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The Global Implications of Assad's Fall in Syria

Sun, 15 Dec 2024 01:46:18 -0000

This week on The Amanpour Hour, Chrisitane explores the aftermath of the stunning fall of Syria’s Assad regime, unpacking its geopolitical ripple effects with the view from Europe and what Trump 2.0 might do, featuring EU Foreign Policy Chief Kaja Kallas and former Pentagon official Elbridge Colby. Then on the ground in Syria, Jomana Karadsheh reports from Daraya, the birthplace of Syria's anti-regime Arab Spring movement that simply called for reforms, speaking to one woman whose loved ones disappeared into Syria’s notorious prison system. Also on the show, from her archives, Christiane revisits her 2017 interview with the defector known as “Caesar” who documented the Assad dynasty's atrocities. Then, as Netanyahu takes the stand in his corruption trial, Alex Gibney and Alexis Bloom discuss their explosive film, The Bibi Files, featuring banned interrogation footage inside Israel. Finally, Christiane speaks with Mediha and Hasan Oswald about their film, "Mediha," which documents her harrowing story of survival in ISIS captivity through her own video diaries, offering a poignant look at healing and hope.

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Holding Assad Responsible

Fri, 13 Dec 2024 23:22:00 -0000

The Syrian people are still celebrating what so many never thought possible, a country free of Bashar al-Assad. But amid the joy, there is much uncertainty about what lies ahead, and also deep pain, as the heinous atrocities from the past decades are coming more and more to light. Stephen Rapp has been laser-focused on bringing Assad to justice for years, gathering and documenting all the evidence possible. Rapp, who was the leading US official on war crimes, says he wants to see the brutal dictator face responsibility for the detention, torture and murder of tens of thousands of Syrians. He currently serves as distinguished fellow at the United States Holocaust Memorial Museum's Center for the Prevention of Genocide. He joins the show from Washington DC.

Also on today's show: "Daughters" Directors Angela Patton and Natalie Rae; Eric Schmidt, former Google CEO & Chairman

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UNRWA Head Philippe Lazzarini

Thu, 12 Dec 2024 20:00:00 -0000

On Wednesday night the United Nations General Assembly demanded an immediate, unconditional and permanent ceasefire in Gaza, and also condemned a new law in Israel that will ban the operations of the relief agency UNRWA. UNRWA head Philippe Lazzarini is on a tour of capitals that support the agency's work, trying to get that ban reversed. He joins Christiane in London.

Also on today's show: Golden Globe-nominated director Payal Kapadia ("All We Imagine As Light"); Syrian-American Artist and Architect Mohamad Hafez

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Mideast Mediator Meetup

Wed, 11 Dec 2024 20:36:57 -0000

Both outgoing and incoming US administrations hope there’s momentum for a ceasefire and hostage deal in Gaza. Qatar has played the central mediator role throughout, and this weekend regional leaders gathered there to discuss an end to this war. Christiane Amanpour spoke in Doha to foreign ministers Mohammed bin Abdulrahman Al Thani from Qatar, Espen Bart Eideh from Norway and Subra-Manyam Jaishankar from India.

Also on today's show: The producer and director of the new Benjamin Netanyahu documentary "The Bibi Files"; New York Times opinion columnist Masha Gessen

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Clarissa Ward's Special Report: Syrian Prisons

Tue, 10 Dec 2024 20:28:19 -0000

In the early hours after Syrian strongman Bashar al-Assad's fall, rumors flew of secret prison cells locked by fleeing guards, deprived of inside of food, water and even oxygen. Today, the Association of Detainees and the Missing say that the notorious Saydnaya prison is now empty, with the White Helmet rescuers confirming "no evidence of undiscovered secret cells or basements." But before that confirmation, fueled by fear and desperation, thousands of relatives went there in search of those who had been condemned to Assad's dungeons. Correspondent Clarissa Ward reports from Damascus.

Also on today's show: EU Foreign Policy Chief Kaja Kallas; former US Deputy Assistant Secretary of Defense Elbridge Colby; former Republican and Democratic Counsels to the Senate Judiciary Committee Gregg Nunziata and Noah Bookbinder

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Syrian journalist Rami Jarrah

Mon, 09 Dec 2024 20:00:00 -0000

There is a new reality in Syria and the road ahead is still unclear. After rebels swept into the capital Damascus in lightening speed and ended half a century of oppressive rule by the Assad family. Rami Jarrah has reported for years on the human toll of violence in his country, often under a pseudonym for his safety. He joins Christiane today from Berlin.

Also on today's show: UN Special Envoy for Syria Geir Pedersen; US Principal Deputy National Security Advisor Jon Finer

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Angela Merkel on Dealing with Strongmen and Demi Moore on Aging

Sat, 07 Dec 2024 23:55:30 -0000

In his first trip abroad as President-elect, Donald Trump attended the reopening of the Notre Dame Cathedral. Dispensing with protocol, world leaders like Emmanuel Macron are eager to meet with him to take the measure of the man they know as a deliberate disruptor to the world stage. One leader who know him very well is former German Chancellor Angela Merkel. She joined Christiane in Washington to discuss her new memoir "Freedom," how she handled Trump’s unconventional style, his fascination with dictators, and Putin's fear tactics. As rebel forces in Syria continue to seize key territories, Christiane digs into the archives, when she visited with Syrian refugees in Jordan, highlighting the ongoing human cost of this 13-year conflict. Sitting down with Christiane in New York, award-winning actress and Hollywood star Demi Moore discusses beauty standards and self-acceptance. She talks about her role in The Substance, a film exploring the dark side of chasing youth, our society's obsession with aging, and opens up about family, and supporting her ex-husband Bruce Willis through his dementia diagnosis. Finally, filmmaker Payal Kapadia discusses her Cannes-winning film "All We Imagine As Light," a poignant exploration of love and patriarchy in modern India.

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Ukraine Isn't Only Eastern European Country Facing Problems

Fri, 06 Dec 2024 21:33:02 -0000

The challenges in Eastern Europe extend beyond Ukraine’s borders. Romania's constitutional court has annulled the first round of its presidential election amid allegations of Russian interference. In Georgia, a week of anti-government demonstrations has been met by a brutal police response. And one of Ukraine’s most vocal supporters, Lithuanian Foreign Minister Gabrielius Landsbergis, is leaving office after his political party was defeated in October elections. He joins the show from New York.

Also on today's show: An exclusive interview with Syrian rebel leader Hayat Tahrir Al-Sham (HTS); Thierry Arnaud, Senior International Correspondent, BFMTV; Daniel Bogado

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Palestinian Poet Mosab Abu Toha

Thu, 05 Dec 2024 20:00:00 -0000

The Middle East is in meltdown, and perhaps some of the rawest descriptions aren't coming from aid groups or reporters but from writers. Palestinian poet Mosab Abu Toha was forced to flee his home in Gaza a year ago. Since then, he and his wife say they have lost almost 100 family members in the violence. Watching from afar in the US, Mosab has released an acclaimed collection "Forest of Noise" which captures the horror and grief of this time in his life.

Also on today's show: actor Demi Moore; journalist Ronan Farrow

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Former US Ambassador to South Korea Kathleen Stephens

Wed, 04 Dec 2024 20:00:00 -0000

Many South Koreans are demanding President Yoon Suk Yeol either resign or be impeached after he sprung a surprise declaration of martial law late last night, shocking the country's allies across the world, particularly the US, which has nearly 30 thousand troops posted in the country. Joining the program to discuss what comes next to is former US Ambassador to South Korea Kathleen Stephens.

Also on today's show: Colin Clarke, Director of Research, The Soufan Group; Steven Rattner, former counselor to the US treasury secretary; David Frum, staff writer, The Atlantic

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Martial Law Declared in South Korea

Tue, 03 Dec 2024 20:00:00 -0000

The shocking decision by South Korea's president today to declare martial law spurred protests erupted at the National Assembly, and, within hours, lawmakers unanimously rejected the declaration. Senior American officials say they are "very concerned" by what's happening there. Kenneth Choi is the International Editor for one of South Korea's major newspapers, he joins the program from Seoul.

Also on today's show: former South Korean Foreign Minister Kyung-wah Kang; former German Chancellor Angela Merkel

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US Ambassador to Japan Rahm Emanuel

Mon, 02 Dec 2024 20:00:00 -0000

As Asia prepares for a whole new America under Donald Trump, Christiane speaks with US Ambassador to Japan Rahm Emanuel. Plus, no women in combat and ditching diversity issues. Is this the future under Trump's unconventional defense pick? We dig into the real-world impact with former US Defense Secretary William Cohen. And as the great American play "Our Town" returns to Broadway, Michel Martin speaks with Director Kenny Leon and stars Katie Holmes and Jim Parsons.

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Finding Common Ground: An Amanpour Hour Thanksgiving Special

Sun, 01 Dec 2024 02:19:57 -0000

This Thanksgiving, The Amanpour Hour focuses on the power of bridge-building. Following a contentious election, America feels more divided than ever. Renowned political scientist Robert Putnam joins Christiane to reflect on the reasons driving Americans apart and how to rebuild those communities. Former Israeli and Palestinian leaders Ehud Olmert and Nasser al-Kidwa join forces and discuss their shared vision for peace between Israelis and Palestinians. Journalist Yuval Abraham and Palestinian co-director and West Bank resident, Basel Adra talk about their collaboration in a new and controversial film, “No Other Land.” Diane Foley, mother of slain journalist James Foley and co-author Colum McCan delve into their book "American Mother," which covers her journey of resilience, meeting her son's killer and rejecting hatred despite her tragic loss. Historian Dominic Erdozain examines the origins of the Second Amendment and its evolving interpretation in his book "One Nation Under Guns," and the need to find political agreement to end gun violence in America. Finally, “Kim’s Convenience” creator Ins Choi sits down with Christiane on-set to celebrate the immigrant experience that unites us all.

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Fireworks in Syria and Pakistan

Fri, 29 Nov 2024 23:01:22 -0000

Syrian rebels say they've entered Aleppo for the first time since 2016. We bring you the latest from the region. Then, Pakistan's capital is turned upside down by anti-government protests. We speak to the former Pakistani ambassador to the US. Plus, "Sugar Cane" is a new documentary exploring the horrific abuse at indigenous boarding schools run by the Catholic church. The filmmakers join us to discuss. And five years after a fire destroyed parts of Notre Dame, the iconic cathedral reopens its doors fora presidential preview.

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Colorado Governor Jared Polis

Wed, 27 Nov 2024 21:48:08 -0000

Some governors, led by J-B Pritzker of Illinois and Jared Polis in Colorado, are trying to strengthen their own state-level institutions to protect against the promised retribution of President Trump. Colorado Governor Jared Polis joins Christiane from Boulder.

Also on today's show: former Ukrainian Defense Minister Andriy Zagorodnyuk; James Beard Award-winning Chef Bryant Terry, author of "Black Food"

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Israel-Hezbollah Ceasefire

Tue, 26 Nov 2024 19:49:46 -0000

A ceasefire deal between Israel and Hezbollah appears within reach. A spokesman for Benjamin Netanyahu's right-wing Likud party says they have approved it, and Lebanon's government has agreed to the US-backed proposal, after the speaker of Lebanese Parliament Nabih Berry received Hezbollah's approval to move forward. Elias Bou Saab is the deputy speaker of Parliament, and he joins Christiane from Beirut.

Also on today's show: actor Sharon Horgan on "Bad Sisters"; Dr. Fatima Cody Stanford

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Former Hostage Aviva Siegel

Mon, 25 Nov 2024 20:03:00 -0000

It's been one year since the only hostage and ceasefire deal between Israel and Hamas led to the release of over 100 captives taken on October 7th. Around 100 hostages are still believed to be held inside Gaza today. Aviva Siegel was released as part of that deal last November, but her husband Keith, an American-Israeli citizen, remains in captivity. Aviva Siegel joins the show from Israel.

Also on today's show: Sir Geoffrey Nice, lead prosecutor at the trial of Slobodan Milošević; Joni Levin and Keith Clarke, producer and writer/director, respectively, of the new Ted Turner documentary "Call Me Ted"; author John Vaillant ("Fire Weather"

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The ICC Issues Arrest Warrants for Netanyahu and Gallant

Sat, 23 Nov 2024 22:55:22 -0000

The show opens with Bianna Golodryga speaking to David Scheffer, former U.S. Ambassador-at-Large for War Crimes Issues, about the legal implications of the International Criminal Court’s unprecedented arrest warrants for Israeli leaders over alleged war crimes. Plus, Bianna interviews Dan Osborn, a union steamfitter and former Senate candidate from Nebraska on why working-class Americans abandoned democrats, and how to get more of them elected to government . Then, Christiane discusses the adaptation of Say Nothing to a hit series on Hulu and Disney Plus with author Patrick Radden Keefe, exploring the dark history of “The Troubles” of Northern Ireland. Afterwards, Bel Trew of The Independent joins the show to discuss the many restrictions on abortion rights showcased in her documentary The A Word. Later, Bianna talks to Seth and Scott Avett of The Avett Brothers and John Gallagher Jr. about their Broadway musical Swept Away.

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Russia's Use of North Korean Missiles

Fri, 22 Nov 2024 19:47:00 -0000

Vladimir Putin's assault on Ukraine, which now includes new medium range ballistic missiles, now appears to be getting a boost from Kim John Un. North Korean fighters are showing up alongside Russian forces, and the Kremlin is using North Korean-made missiles, but as correspondent Nick Paton Walsh reports, they're reliant on American components.

Also on today's show: Laila El-Haddad, Palestinian-American journalist and author; musicians Scott & Seth Avett and actor John Gallagher Jr. on the new Broadway musical "Swept Away"; Oren Cass, Chief Economist, American Compass

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ICC Issues Arrest Warrant for Netanyahu

Thu, 21 Nov 2024 20:00:00 -0000

In a groundbreaking move, the International Criminal Court has issued arrest warrants for Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and former Defense Minister Yoav Gallant for alleged war crimes and crimes against humanity in Gaza, the first time the ICC has targeted the leader of a democratic country and a close ally of the United States. Israeli author and journalist for Haaretz Amir Tibon joins the show to dissect the ramifications and the mood in Israel.

Also on today's show:

David Scheffer, former US Ambassador-at-Large for War Crimes Issues; Arwa Damon, President & Founder, INARA; author Peggy Noonan ("A Certain Kind of America")

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The View from Lebanon

Wed, 20 Nov 2024 20:32:15 -0000

"We have a very real opportunity to bring this conflict to an end" was the assessment of US envoy Amos Hochstein, who is bringing a ceasefire proposal to Lebanon and Israel. Both the Lebanese government and Hezbollah are said to have responded positively. In the meantime, Israel has been intensifying its air strikes, even inside Beirut. Nabih Bulos is Middle East Bureau Chief for the LA Times, based in Lebanon's capital, and he joins the show from there.

Also in today's show: former US Ambassador to Israel and Egypt Daniel Kurtzer; Dan Osborn, former independent candidate for US Senate, Nebraska; Paul Rosenzweig, former Deputy Assistant Secretary, Homeland Security Department

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What Trump's Return Means for Ukraine

Tue, 19 Nov 2024 20:00:00 -0000

Today marks 1,000 days of war in Ukraine and for the first time ever, Ukraine has fired long-range missiles into Russia. Meanwhile, the Kremlin is escalating its own campaign against Ukraine, blanketing the country with drone and missile attacks. Former Republican congressman Adam Kinzinger is concerned about what Donald Trump's return to the White House could mean for Kyiv and for American democracy. He joins the show from Texas.

Also on today's show: Patrick Radden Keefe, author, "Say Nothing"; David Brooks contributing writer, The Atlantic

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The Latest on the Russia-Ukraine War

Mon, 18 Nov 2024 19:34:04 -0000

The stakes in Ukraine have again been laid bare. A Russian ballistic missile hit Odesa today, killing at least eight people, with children among the seriously injured. So the news that President Biden will allow the use of powerful long-range American weapons inside Russia may feel timely, although Russia says the decision will throw "oil on the fire." Dara Massicot is a senior fellow in the Russia and Eurasia Program at the Carnegie Endowment for international peace, and joins us from Washington.

Also on today's show: Johan Rockström, Director of the Potsdam Institute for Climate Impact Research; filmmaker Bel Trew, Chief International Correspondent, The Independent; father-daughter documentarians Ken & Sara Burns

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Global Implications of Trump's Loyalist Cabinet

Sat, 16 Nov 2024 23:43:07 -0000

As President Trump transitions into the White House for a second term, some of his cabinet appointments—stacked with MAGA loyalists—are shocking even Republicans and raising questions about their implications for U.S. policy at home and abroad. This week Christiane examines how these staffing decisions could reshape America’s role on the global stage, with Richard Haass weighing in on the risks Trump 2.0 poses to U.S. foreign policy. Washington Governor Jay Inslee discusses the stakes for climate policy and how Democrats can recover from a crushing defeat. Former French President François Hollande reflects on Trump’s impact on Europe and Ukraine, while UNRWA Commissioner Philippe Lazzarini sheds light on the ongoing humanitarian crisis in Gaza amid Israel’s efforts to shut down his organization. Marking 20 years since Yasser Arafat’s death, from her archives, Christiane revisits his legacy in advancing the Palestinian quest for statehood.

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The Changing Face of US Foreign Policy

Fri, 15 Nov 2024 20:00:00 -0000

The changing direction in US foreign policy is becoming abundantly clear, even with Donald Trump months away from taking office. Kori Schake has served at the State Department, the Pentagon, and the National Security Council. She joins the show from DC to discuss.

Also on today's show: Dr. Sanjay Gupta on the controversial selection of Robert F. Kennedy Jr. to lead the Department of Health and Services; political philosophy professor Michael Sandel on his new book, “Democracy’s Discontent”

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Trump's Questionable Cabinet Picks

Thu, 14 Nov 2024 21:28:07 -0000

Donald Trump will be inaugurated in two months’ time, but will he get the cabinet he wants heading into his second term? Senator Marco Rubio looks set to be secretary of state, but some of Trump’s other picks are raising eyebrows, even within his own party. Critics are concerned that some of these selections are not just ardent loyalists, but lack crucial qualifications for the high-ranking positions. For more on this, Christiane speaks with correspondent Jeff Zeleny.

Also on today's show: UNRWA Commissioner-General Philippe Lazzarini; former French President François Hollande; columnist Rana Foroohar

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Trump Wastes No Time Reshaping US Government

Wed, 13 Nov 2024 20:00:00 -0000

Keeping with tradition, Joe Biden welcomes Donald Trump to the White House amid some unorthodox Cabinet picks. Christiane speaks with former Pentagon official and Trump backer Eldridge Colby. Plus, we explore what the GOP's stranglehold on the US government means for the world with veteran diplomat Richard Haas. And analyst Oliver Darcy joins the show with a warning: our information society is dangerously polluted.

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Democratic Strategist James Carville

Tue, 12 Nov 2024 20:00:00 -0000

As the incoming Trump administration rapidly fills up with loyalists, can Democrats do any more than watch it all unfold? James Carville was the architect of Bill Clinton's decisive victories in the 1990s who popularized the line, "It's the economy, stupid." Now he's the subject of a new documentary on MAX, he joins the program from New Orleans.

Also on today's show: Rafael Grossi, Director General, IAEA; Lin-Manuel Miranda and Eisa Davis, co-creators of "Warriors"

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Assessing Trump's Impact on the Climate Crisis

Mon, 11 Nov 2024 20:34:59 -0000

World leaders are game planning for a Trump 2.0 new world order. In Azerbaijan, global delegates trying to mitigate climate change at the annual COP summit remember with dread former President Trump pulling out of the landmark Paris climate accords. Democratic governor of Washington state Jay Inslee has dedicated much of his political career to combat the climate crisis. He joins Christiane from Bainbridge Island, Washington.

Also on today's show: Director Alfonso Cuarón and actor Cate Blanchett discuss their new Apple TV+ series "Disclaimer"; Richard Reeves, President, American Institute for Boys and Men

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Worldview of Trump 2.0

Sat, 09 Nov 2024 19:10:01 -0000

After Donald Trump's stunning comeback, Christiane Amanpour explores the global implications of Trump's second term in the White House. She speaks with former U.S. Ambassador Gordon Sondland on Trump’s likely approach to governing without constraint, favoring mass deportations and tariffs. Finland’s President Alexander Stubb joins Christiane to discuss how Europe is viewing what Trump's election will mean for NATO support and U.S. alliances around the globe, and Europe's need to take more responsibility for defense and funding. Former Biden official Rush Doshi offers insight into how China views Trump’s return amid intensifying U.S.-China rivalry, while Ukraine’s ex-Defense Minister Andriy Zagorodnyuk discusses how Kyiv views Trump’s promise to end the war in Ukraine on day one. Then, marking 35 years since the fall of the Berlin Wall, Christiane revisits her conversation with Mikhail Gorbachev from 1999, reflecting on today’s global challenges to democracy. Finally, Jan Egeland of the Norwegian Refugee Council provides an on-the-ground account of the escalating humanitarian crisis in Gaza.

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Brazil President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva

Fri, 08 Nov 2024 20:39:51 -0000

The reality of a second, more emboldened term for President-elect Donald Trump is sinking in. Leaders from across the globe are flooding him with congratulations and trying to get his ear on issues from the Middle East to Ukraine, to wide-ranging tariffs, and of course, the climate. All these topics that will be on the docket up at the G20 Summit in Brazil later this month, where host Brazilian President Lula will no doubt be seeing parallels between Trump's return and his own country's history with Jair Bolsonaro: a far-right politician known as "the Trump of the tropics" whose supporters stormed government buildings after he lost out on a second term. Christiane spoke with Lula about all these issues.

Also on today's show: Olivia Troye, former adviser to Vice President Mike Pence; David Sanger, National Security Correspondent, The New York Times

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Washington Prepares for Trump ... Again

Thu, 07 Nov 2024 20:00:00 -0000

Back in January, Joe Biden kicked off his aborted presidential campaign by accusing Donald Trump of sacrificing democracy to put himself back in charge. This week the American people, knowing exactly who Trump is, returned him to the White House. For more on how Washington prepares to shift back to a Trump presidency, US national affairs correspondent Jeff Zeleny joins the program.

Also on today's show: Finnish President Alexander Stubb; Former Ukrainian Defense Minister Andriy Zagorodnyuk; Senior Politico Columnist Jonathan Martin

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Former Trump Ambassador Gordon Sondland

Wed, 06 Nov 2024 19:52:00 -0000

In the end, it wasn’t even close. Pollsters told us for months that it was a coin toss, that it could take days to count – before Donald Trump took most of the swing states and the popular vote in a single night. It was a near clean sweep for Republicans, taking back control of the Senate, and with the possibility remaining that they could hold on to the House. With all that plus a conservative-leaning Supreme Court, analysts and party stalwarts say President-elect Trump can now govern unconstrained. His agenda, as stated, includes mass deportations, deregulation, massive new tariffs on all foreign-made goods, and peace through strength abroad – though allies fear a more isolationist America. To react to all this, Christiane speaks with Trump’s former ambassador to the European Union, Gordon Sondland, who was a supporter of his re-election bid.

Also on today's show: Evelyn Farkas, Executive Director, The McCain Institute; Jan Egeland, Secretary-General, Norwegian Refugee Council; Astead Herndon, National politics reporter, The New York Times

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Election Day in America

Tue, 05 Nov 2024 19:00:00 -0000

As the world waits with baited breath for the results of the US presidential election, we look at one big issue rarely mentioned in this campaign: today's big power struggle between the United States and China. Plus, we take a look at unelected power, revisiting Christiane's conversation with biographer Robert Caro 50 years since he examined Robert Moses, who built - and even trampled over - New York. And Walter Isaacson speaks to historian David Rubenstein about his interactions with most living presidents and what it means to lead America.

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Stunning Poll Shows Harris Leading Trump in Iowa

Mon, 04 Nov 2024 19:54:00 -0000

While national polls continue to forecast a virtual tie in the US presidential race, a new one in Iowa showing Harris leading Trump by three points in that ruby-red state has raised the question of whether pollsters have been missing a critical voting bloc that could determine the outcome of this election. The widely esteemed Iowa pollster, Ann Selzer, says women are driving the late shift towards Democrats. Journalist Rebecca Traister, who writes about reproductive rights and women's voices for New York magazine, joins Christiane to discuss.

Also on today's show: Yuval Abraham and Basel Adra, co-directors of the new documentary "No Other Land"; Russian opposition politician Vladimir Kara-Murza

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Countdown to America's Election, Shaped by Most Divisive Campaign in History.

Sat, 02 Nov 2024 21:50:21 -0000

In just three days, America chooses it’s next president. Republican Texas Congressman Dan Crenshaw joins Christiane to explain why Donald Trump is an easy choice when compared with Kamala Harris, and makes the case for why Trump’s policies will be better for Americans. Next, with control of congress also at stake on November 5th, Democrat John Avlon tells Christiane about his own campaign to flip seats in the New York race that could decide the balance of power in Washington. Then, CNN’s Tamara Qiblawi investigates how the IDF’s targeting of Hezbollah in Lebanon has threatened the country’s healthcare system. Plus, Actress Keri Russell and show creator Deborah Cahn speak with Christiane about their love letter to the U.S. State Department, in Season 2 of “The Diplomat.” From her archive, Christiane revisits her conversation with the late King Hussein, marking 30 years since the Israel-Jordan peace accords, and the last time Middle East peace seemed within reach. Finally, Christiane and Bill T. Jones sit down at BAM in New York to reflect on the revival of his dance theater production “Still/Here,” originally created during the height of the AIDS epidemic, and explores the enduring themes of mortality and resilience.

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Europe's 'Trump-Proofing'

Fri, 01 Nov 2024 19:37:02 -0000

In Europe, there is talk of "Trump-proofing": buttressing alliances, on-shoring support for Ukraine, and building up the continent’s military and defense capabilities. Debates about Trump's right-wing authoritarianism echo similar tensions in France, where Marine Le Pen's National Rally Party performed strongly in July parliamentary elections. Benjamin Haddad, France’s Minister Delegate for European affairs, joins the show to discuss.

Also on today's show: actors Francesca Faridany and Norbert Leo Butz talk about their new Putin play, "Vladimir"; Ukrainian tennis player Elina Svitolina; political science professor Robert Pape

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Who's Still Undecided Between Harris & Trump?

Thu, 31 Oct 2024 19:17:25 -0000

The presidential cavalcades are hitting Nevada and Arizona as Kamala Harris and Donald Trump target key swing states just days before Tuesday’s election. So far across the US more than 60 million Americans have already cast their vote. So what votes are still winnable? And where are they? Correspondent Jeff Zeleny joins the program from Wisconsin to discuss.

Also on today's show: Lebanese Author and Human Rights Activist Joumana Haddad; actor Keri Russell and Executive Producer of "The Diplomat"; Cassandra Welchlin, Executive Director, Mississippi Black Women's Roundtable

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US House Republican and Trump Supporter Dan Crenshaw

Wed, 30 Oct 2024 19:03:37 -0000

Speaking from the Ellipse in Washington last night, where Donald Trump had rallied his supporters on January 6th, Kamala Harris reminded voters of the Capitol insurrection and Trump's outspoken threats to democracy. The former president continues to stoke fears of widespread voter fraud, making unfounded allegations to assert that if he doesn't win, the whole thing is rigged. Congressman Dan Crenshaw was among a handful of Texas Republicans who voted to certify the 2020 presidential election. But today he's sitting firmly in Trump's camp, and promoting his vision for America. He joins the show from Texas.

Also on today's show: John Avlon, Democratic candidate for New York State House; author Timothy Shenk ("Left Adrift")

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Mideast Odd Couple Propose Peace Plan

Tue, 29 Oct 2024 20:29:17 -0000

Amid the chaos in Gaza, an unlikely pair of former senior officials - Israeli and Palestinian - are proposing what they argue is a way out of war. Ehud Olmert was Israel's Prime Minister while Nasser Al-Kidwa was Foreign Minister for the Palestinian Authority. Together, they have formulated an outline for peace, and they join the program to discuss.

Also on today's show: American surgeon Dr. Samer Attar; reporter Kristen Holmes; Atlantic staff writer George Packer

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Georgian President Salome Zourabichvili

Mon, 28 Oct 2024 19:02:38 -0000

In Tbilisi, Georgia, voters have come out to protest the results of this weekend's elections, as opposition leaders claim the vote was tainted by Russian interference. Outside observers report "troubling" conditions, citing "pervasive intimidation" of voters inside and outside polling stations. Georgian President Salome Zourabichvili is leading the opposition response. She says recognizing the elections "would be tantamount to legitimizing Russia’s takeover of Georgia."

Also on today's show: Ali Vaez, Director of Iran Project, International Crisis Group; Bill T. Jones, Choreographer, "Still/Here”; Aaron Reichlin-Melnick, Senior Fellow, American Immigration Council

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Former Trump Officials Sound the Alarm, While Some Are Back in His Camp

Sat, 26 Oct 2024 22:20:13 -0000

This week, Christiane explores why some former Donald Trump officials are backing him again, despite warnings from senior figures like John Kelly and General Mark Milley that a second Trump term would see him govern as a fascist. Gordon Sondland was Trump’s former EU Ambassador, testified against him during his impeachment trial, was fired, and is now backing him again. He joins Christiane to explain his change of heart. Legendary investigative journalist, Bob Woodward, discusses his new book “War," what he learned about Biden while chronicling his presidency, and warns that a second Trump term should worry everyone. Then, Stacey Abrams and Melissa Etheridge speak with Christiane about the role of protest music in shaping politics in their new documentary Louder: The Soundtrack for Change.

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Trump's Fascination with Dictators

Fri, 25 Oct 2024 19:00:00 -0000

As the Presidential race reaches its final days, warnings from Donald Trump's closest advisors about his preoccupation with dictators are making their way into Kamala Harris' closing argument. The Atlantic Editor-in-Chief Jeffrey Goldberg wrote the article called "Trump: I Need the Kind of Generals that Hitler had" that's getting so much attention in these waning days of the campaign. He joins the show from Washington.

Also on today's show: author John Grisham; Arwa Damon, director, "Seize the Summit"

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Is Israel Using Human Shields in Gaza?

Thu, 24 Oct 2024 19:31:03 -0000

A UN report warns Gaza is at "breaking point" and that Israel's relentless bombing has reduced life expectancy, education and standard of living back to 1955 levels. The IDF justifies its attacks, claiming Hamas and Hezbollah are deeply embedded among civilians. Which makes a new report particularly horrifying. Correspondent Jeremy Diamond investigates claims that Israel is forcing Palestinians to act as "human shields" in Gaza, to avoid putting its troops in harm's way.

Also on today's show: Former US Ambassador to the EU Gordon Sondland; voting rights activist Stacey Abrams and singer-songwriter Melissa Etheridge; Jason Furman, former Chair, Council of Economic Advisers

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Will Pennsylvania Decide US Presidential Race?

Wed, 23 Oct 2024 20:07:06 -0000

The latest polls suggest the race for US president between Donald Trump and Kamala Harris remains incredibly tight. The final result will surely come down to a handful of swing states, like Pennsylvania, which both candidates are trying to clinch. Veteran journalist Christine Spolar has been interviewing voters in the state for months now, and joins Christiane from Pittsburgh.

Also on today's show: legendary investigative reporter Bob Woodward discusses his new book "War"; Arielle Angel, Editor-in-Chief, Jewish Currents

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Will Israel Re-establish Settlements in Gaza?

Tue, 22 Oct 2024 19:28:23 -0000

US Secretary of State Antony Blinken is back in Israel trying to bring the war in Gaza to an end. Hundreds have been killed there in the last two weeks alone with no word from Israeli PM Benjamin Netanyahu on what he sees as Gaza's future. Far-right Israelis, including government ministers, are calling for settlements in the enclave. Jerusalem correspondent Jeremy Diamond joins the show and brings us a report on these settlers.

Also on today's show: Moldova Deputy Prime Minister Mihai Popșoi; author Ben Macintyre; former Acting US Solicitor General Neal Katyal

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Trying to Make Sense of the Mideast Mess

Mon, 21 Oct 2024 19:19:14 -0000

Despite killing Hamas leader Yahya Sinwar last week, Israel is stepping up its military campaign in Gaza. In Lebanon, Israel’s campaign is straying further from military targets, attacking branches of a Hezbollah financial center which is used by many civilians as a bank. Meanwhile, a Hezbollah drone has hit the private residence of Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, who was not there, and no injuries have been reported. Ryan Crocker, who served as US ambassador to Lebanon, Iraq, Syria, and other posts across the region joins Christiane to discuss.

Also on today's show: Leslie Vinjamuri from the think tank Chatham House & Democratic strategist Simon Rosenberg on the upcoming US presidential election; Lt. Colonel Alexander Vindman (Ret.)

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Rare Insights into Hamas Chief Yahya Sinwar's Thinking

Sat, 19 Oct 2024 17:32:16 -0000

As the stakes of a razor-thin U.S. election couldn’t be higher, former House Speaker Nancy Pelosi joined Christiane in London where she was whipping up votes from Democrats overseas. She warned of the unprecedented implications for American democracy and called the leverage given to the Netanyahu government by the White House "most destructive." Then, Leslie Vinjamuri of Chatham House in London and Democratic strategist Simon Rosenberg break down how U.S. allies are preparing for the results of the U.S. presidential election, and why Democrats remain hopeful about Kamala Harris' chances despite the tightening polls. Director Ali Abbasi discusses his new film, The Apprentice, chronicling Trump’s rise and the battle to get it released in U.S. theaters. Plus, as Trump calls for the death penalty for drug dealers, Ivan Watson goes inside Singapore’s Changi Prison to examine the policy from up close. From the archives, Yuval Bitton shares rare insights into Hamas leader Yahya Sinwar's extremist thinking. And finally, the goddess of pop Cher is inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame.

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How Will Hamas Leader's Death Impact War, Hostages?

Fri, 18 Oct 2024 22:39:42 -0000

Following the death of Hamas leader Yahya Sinwar, many are wondering what its influence might be on the Israel-Hamas war, including the fate of the hostages. Former longtime hostage negotiator Gershon Baskin, author of "The Negotiator: Freeing Gilad Schalit from Hamas," joins the show to discuss.

Also on today's show: Ali Abbasi, Director, "The Apprentice"; Renee Diresta, Associate Research Professor, Georgetown; actor Gillian Anderson on her new book about female sexuality, "Want"

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Hamas Leader, Mastermind of October 7 Attacks, Killed

Thu, 17 Oct 2024 18:52:56 -0000

The Hamas leader and mastermind of the October 7 attacks, Yahya Sinwar, is dead. Investigative journalist Ronen Bergman joins the show from Tel Aviv with the latest. Then, as the war rumbles on, where does this leave ceasefire negotiations? What about the hostages? We get the American perspective from former top diplomat Richard Haass. Plus, we get reaction from retired Israeli General Noam Tibon.

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Ukrainian Long-Range Drones

Wed, 16 Oct 2024 19:32:04 -0000

Outmanned and outgunned, Ukraine must work creatively to make a dent in Russia's war machine. Long-range drones that strike deep inside Russia are one of those innovations. Correspondent Fred Pleitgen was given exclusive access to one top-secret drone unit, and brings us a report from the frontline.

Also on today's show: former NATO Deputy Secretary-General Rose Gottemoeller; NPR music critic Ann Powers; PolitiFact founder Bill Adair

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The Dire Situation in Gaza

Tue, 15 Oct 2024 19:00:00 -0000

The Biden Administration has sent a formal letter to the Israeli government demanding it improve the humanitarian situation in Gaza within 30 days, or risk violating American laws over foreign military assistance. This diplomatic move comes as the United Nations says that Israel is "effectively sealing off" the north of the enclave, leaving Palestinians with no access to food. The UN also warns that Israel may be carrying out the "large-scale forced transfer of the civilian population." Correspondent Jomana Karadsheh reports on the terrible suffering of the Israeli hostages and their families, as well as the Palestinian children and civilians who were killed and gruesomely injured.

Also on today's show: Amos Yadlin, former head of Israeli Defense Intelligence; actor Cate Blanchett & director Alfonso Cuaron, "Disclaimer"; Georgetown law professor Steve Vladeck

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UNICEF Global Spokesperson James Elder

Mon, 14 Oct 2024 19:15:28 -0000

War in the Middle East is intensifying on multiple fronts. Earlier on Monday, an Israeli airstrike hit a village north of Beirut killing at least 19 people. It comes as a Hezbollah drone strike killed four IDF soldiers deep inside Israel and in Gaza, there were scenes of panic after an Israeli airstrike hit the crowded courtyard of a hospital, killing four people. James Elder is the global spokesperson for UNICEF and he joins the show from Geneva to discuss his recent visit to Gaza.

Also on today's show: Nancy Pelosi on her new book, "The Art of Power"; Theodore R. Johnson, scholar of race and electoral politics, on his new book, "If We Are Brave"

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Deluge of Disinformation Shapes America's Crucial Election

Sat, 12 Oct 2024 16:35:53 -0000

With less than one month left before America's pivotal election, Christiane speaks with Bloomberg’s Stephanie Flanders and The New York Times’ Mark Landler about how disinformation is shaping a highly contested race, with Democrats anxious in key swing states. Cate Blanchett and Alfonso Cuarón sit down with Christiane in London to discuss "Disclaimer*", the psychological thriller series in which Christiane makes a cameo appearance, and dive into the show’s themes of truth and deception. Christiane also revisits her reporting on the status of Afghan women just one year after the U.S. toppled the Taliban, and shows how 23 years later things have gone even further backwards, with Afghan women still fighting against the Taliban's misogyny and gender apartheid, even while in exile. Finally, director Steve McQueen speaks with Christiane about his new WWII film, "The Blitz", focusing on the stories of ordinary people separated by war.

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Israel Strikes Deep Into Lebanon

Fri, 11 Oct 2024 19:04:00 -0000

An Israeli airstrike flattened a residential building overnight in a densely populated neighborhood of central Beirut, killing at least 22 people. Lebanon's UN envoy has accused Israel of using 'Gaza tactics' in his country. Hezbollah claims a senior official named Wafiq Safa was the target of Israel's attack and says Safa survived the strike. Correspondent Ben Wedeman joins the show from Beirut to discuss the latest.

Also on today's show: The Atlantic staff writer Franklin Foer; Ohio Governor Mike Dewine; tennis legend Rafael Nadal (from the archives)

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'The Heat Will Kill You First'

Thu, 10 Oct 2024 19:54:23 -0000

Hurricane Milton represents a one-in-a-thousand rainfall event, hitting Florida less than two weeks after another catastrophic storm, Hurricane Helene. Storms of their size and impact were once rare, but they are increasing in frequency, leaving many wondering why. Jeff Goodell has covered climate change for over twenty years and is the author of the best-selling exploration of cataclysmic temperature rise that predicts the worsening of hurricanes, “The Heat Will Kill You First.” He joins Christiane from Asheville, North Carolina, still reeling from the aftermath of Helene.

Also on today's show: CNN correspondent Isabel Rosales reports from the flooded streets of Tampa, Florida; director Steve MacQueen ("Blitz"); Tom Nichols, Staff Writer, The Atlantic

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Special Report: Northern Gaza Evacuations

Wed, 09 Oct 2024 19:18:49 -0000

For the first time in 49 days, President Joe Biden and Israel's Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu spoke today about the rapidly expanding war in the Middle East. It's a time of extreme tension, with the U.S. losing influence over its ally Israel's intent on taking on Hamas, Hezbollah and Iran. Gaza, though, where Israel started its offensive, remains under fierce Israeli bombardment. In the northern part of the besieged enclave, Palestinians are trying to flee whilst under fire. Correspondent Jeremy Diamond reports.

Also on today's show: Rami Mortada, Lebanese Ambassador to the UK; Bill Carlson, Tampa City Council Member; Wall Street Journal reporter Anat Peled

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How US Economy and Abortion are Linked

Tue, 08 Oct 2024 19:00:00 -0000

It is crunch time for Kamala Harris and Donald Trump. As with most elections, the economy is issue number one for voters. But also in focus like never before is reproductive rights, after the overturning of Roe in 2022. On the surface, these two issues may not seem related, but economist Laura Tyson says the two are actually linked. Tyson, who advised President Clinton as the first female head of the Council of Economic Advisers, is now a professor at the Haas School of Business at UC Berkeley. She joins the program from California.

Also on today's show: actor Kate Winslet; journalist Connie Chung

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The Hamas Terror Attack One Year Later

Mon, 07 Oct 2024 19:26:56 -0000

One year ago today, at 6:29am, Hamas invaded Israel, and committed the most heinous of crimes, murdering more than a thousand people, mostly civilians, and taking 250 hostages - scores are still captive today. 23-year-old Romi Gonen was taken hostage that horrific day from the Nova music festival. She spent her 24th birthday, this summer, in captivity. Every single day her mother Meirav has been fighting tirelessly to bring her home from Gaza. Meirav spoke with Christiane for the first time late October last year. She joins the show again today from Tel Aviv.

Als on today's show: Rana Salman, Co-director, "Combatants for Peace" & May Pundak, Israeli Executive Director, "A Land for All"; Al Jazeera English correspondent Youmna ElSayed

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One Year of Pain and Suffering in Israel and Gaza

Sat, 05 Oct 2024 22:42:40 -0000

This week on the show, one year since the horrors of October 7th that sparked a devastating war on Gaza, Christiane speaks to Israeli and Palestinian journalists about how their lives have changed. And in an exclusive interview, Siamak Namazi, the longest-held American in Iran, breaks his silence for the first time since his release. After enduring eight years of torture in Evin Prison and making a desperate plea to President Biden to secure his release, Namazi shares his powerful story of survival and freedom. Also on the show, Academy Award-winning actress Kate Winslet speaks to Christiane about portraying legendary wartime photographer Lee Miller, one of the first journalist, and women, to document the atrocities committed by the Nazis during World War II.

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Understanding the Situation in Lebanon

Fri, 04 Oct 2024 20:01:00 -0000

As Lebanon has become a place of fear and chaos as Israel continue to escalate in the south and in Beirut, Paula Newton speaks with American University of Beirut Professor Mona Fawaz to understand how the situation is being read by the people of Lebanon. As someone who experienced the Lebanese Civil War and also Israel's invasion in 2006, she explains how the current tensions and uncertainty feed into a trend wherein Lebanon has never had a day of peace.

Also on today's show: climate expert Leah Stokes and former US House Republican Bob Inglis; actor/activist Meryl Streep, former Afghan MP Fawzia Koofi and Afghanistan's first female Governor Habiba Sarabi; author Malcolm Gladwell

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Middle East War of Threats Escalates

Thu, 03 Oct 2024 19:43:33 -0000

The war of threats is escalating between Israel and Iran, with Israel's UN envoy Danny Danon warning that retaliation for Iran's ballistic missile attack "will be soon," and Tehran warning of broader bombardment if Israel responds. Meanwhile Israeli bombs struck central Beirut for the first time in 18 years, killing at least nine people. The IDF also says it struck Hezbollah's intelligence HQ in the south. In the past two weeks, more than a thousand people in Lebanon have been killed. Jomana Karadsheh joins Christiane from Beirut.

Also on today's show: Israeli journalist Ilana Dayan; Al Jazeera English correspondent Tareq Abu Azzoum; author Ta-Nehisi Coates

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Former Israeli Prime Minister Ehud Barak

Wed, 02 Oct 2024 19:52:35 -0000

Israel Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu is warning that Iran “will pay” after it fired about 200 ballistic missiles at military targets last night. When it comes to retaliation, the US President Joe Biden says he does not support an attack on Iran’s nuclear sites. Meanwhile, on its northern front, Israel is sending in more forces to fight against Hezbollah in Lebanon. Almost swept from the headlines is Gaza, with little mention of the remaining Israeli hostages there or the nearly 90 Palestinians killed in the enclave just last night alone. Former Israeli Prime Minister Ehud Barak joins Christiane on the show to discuss.

Also on today's show: Andrew P. Miller, former US Deputy Assistant Secretary of State for Israeli-Palestinian Affairs; Karim Sadjadpour, Senior Fellow, Carnegie Endowment for International Peace; actor/activist John Leguizamo, host of “Voces American Historia: The Untold History of Latinos”

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What Will Israel Do Next?

Mon, 30 Sep 2024 19:39:39 -0000

The next stage of Israel's war against Hezbollah will start soon, according to the Israeli Defence Minister Yoav Gallant. Israel is currently conducting reconnaissance and other ground raids inside Lebanon. According to the US, Washington says any ground invasion could be more limited than originally thought. Former Egyptian Foreign Minister Nabil Fahmy joins the show to discuss the latest developments and what this means for the region.

Also on today's show: Ali Vaez, Director of the Iran Project, International Crisis Group; director Farah Nabulsi and actor Saleh Bakri ("The Teacher"); author Sarah Smarsh ("Bone of the Bone")

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Israel Strikes Hezbollah Inside Beirut

Fri, 27 Sep 2024 20:09:10 -0000

Israel targets Hezbollah’s leader Hassan Nasrallah in Southern Beirut. The attack occurred soon after Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu addressed the UN General Assembly in New York. Jomana Karadsheh joins the show from Beirut and Jeremy Diamond joins from Haifa, Israel.

Also on today's show: Fawaz Gerges, Professor of Political Science, London School of Economics; Amir Tibon, Diplomatic Correspondent, Haaretz; Meryl Streep joins former Afghan MP/negotiator Fawzia Koofi and Afghanistan's first female Governor Habiba Sarabi; author Amanda Jones

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Israel-Hezbollah Conflict Intensifies

Thu, 26 Sep 2024 19:01:06 -0000

The Middle East is on edge as Israel prepares for a possible ground operation in Lebanon. Meanwhile, the US and France, among others, are working feverishly on a ceasefire plan between Israel and the militant group Hezbollah. Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu is expected to address the UN General Assembly on Friday, and signals no such restraint. Correspondent Ben Wedeman joins Christiane from Tyre, Lebanon

Also on today's show: Kenyan President William Ruto; Iran's Vice President for Strategic Affairs Javad Zarif; former NIH Director Francis Collins

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Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sanchez

Wed, 25 Sep 2024 19:00:00 -0000

As conflict in the Middle East spreads to Lebanon and hopes for a ceasefire in Gaza fade, Spain has taken a different approach to the Israel-Hamas War. In May, Spain recognized the state of Palestine and last week, welcomed the Palestinian Authority President Mahmoud Abbas in Madrid. Spain’s Prime Minister Pedro Sanchez joins the show from the United Nations.

Also on today's show: German Foreign Minister Annalena Baerbock; Dearborn Michigan Mayor Abdullah Hammoud

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Amanpour at the United Nations

Tue, 24 Sep 2024 18:12:39 -0000

Today's show comes to you from the United Nations, where the 79th General Assembly is taking place this week. Christiane's guests include Polish Foreign Minister Radosław Sikorski and Greek Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis.

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Former Iranian Captive Siamak Namazi

Mon, 23 Sep 2024 19:03:13 -0000

World leaders are meeting at the annual UN General Assembly against a grim backdrop of global conflict and deepening geopolitical divisions. But sometimes diplomacy can yield important results. This time last year, Siamak Namazi was released from Iran's notorious Evin Prison in a hostage-prisoner swap with the United States. He was the longest held American in Iran, a horrifying eight-year ordeal. Six months before his release, Namazi bravely called into this program from inside Evin, to make an emotional plea to President Biden. A year later, he is ready to talk for the first time, in an interview with Christiane in New York.

Also on today's show: Irish Prime Minister Simon Harris; historian Timothy Snyder on his new book "On Freedom"

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The Great Power Struggle Between China and the United States

Sat, 21 Sep 2024 20:58:41 -0000

This week on the show: an examination of power and how it changes lives.

With China and the U.S. vying for supremacy on the world stage, Christiane speaks to Nicholas Burns, veteran diplomat and now U.S. Ambassador to China, about where the relationship stands and what it means.

Also, this hour: 50 years of 'The Powerbroker'. Robert Caro joins Christiane to discuss the long legacy and newfound pop culture status of his book about Robert Moses, one of the most powerful, unelected officials in American history.

Then, correspondent David Culver reports from El Salvador on the power struggle between its president and criminal gangs which has transformed the country and why those who fled are now flocking back.

Plus, power, sex and an unseen kingmaker: the remarkable story of Pamela Churchill Harriman as told by author Sonia Purnell.

And from the Amanpour Archive: Billie Jean King reflects on beating Bobby Riggs 51 years ago in the most watched tennis match in history, dubbed 'the battle of the sexes'.

And finally, French filmmaker Coralie Fargeat on the beauty standards "building a jail" around women and her hit film starring Demi Moore, 'The Substance'.

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What's Next in Israel-Lebanon Escalation?

Fri, 20 Sep 2024 18:53:46 -0000

An Israeli strike targeting a high-ranking Hezbollah official named Ibrahim Aquil destroyed a building in a residential area in southern Beirut. Today's attack follows a night of strikes across Israel's northern border. This all comes after devastating pager and walkie-talkie explosions earlier this week. Correspondent Jeremy Diamond joins us from Tel Aviv to break down what's behind this apparent escalation and where it could lead.

Also on today's show: David Suzuki, scientist and environmental activist & Bodhi Patil, climate activist and Founder, InnerLight; Coralie Fargeat, Director, The Substance; Carme Artigas, Co-Chair, UN Artificial Intelligence Advisory Body

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Is All-Out War in the Mideast Imminent?

Thu, 19 Sep 2024 19:00:00 -0000

In Lebanon, the leader of Hezbollah, Hassan Nasrallah, has condemned the back-to-back attacks targeting the group's pagers and walkie-talkie communications system as "massacres." He also warned Israel that Hezbollah's forces on the border won't stop until the war in Gaza ends. At the same time, Israeli fighter jets screamed over the capital Beirut, appearing to drop flares, and the IDF said it is striking targets in Lebanon. All of this is raising concerns about an all-out war to a new level, after Israeli Defense Minister Yoav Gallant's warning on Wednesday that a new phase of this conflict is beginning. Christiane gets the latest from correspondent Ben Wedeman in Beirut.

Also on today's show: US Ambassador to China Nicholas Burns; author Robert Caro (“The Power Broker”); Francis Fukuyama, Senior Fellow, Stanford’s Freeman Spogli Institute

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Lebanese Foreign Minister Abdallah Bou Habib

Wed, 18 Sep 2024 19:00:00 -0000

Walkie-talkies exploded today in Lebanon, a day after Israel remotely detonated Hezbollah's network of pagers. Israel's Defense Minister says a new phase of war is beginning, and that the center of gravity is moving north. Hezbollah is vowing revenge. The group, which the west designates as a terrorist organization, is actually also a powerful political party with some thirteen seats in the Lebanese Parliament. Foreign Minister Abdallah Bou Habib joins the program from Beirut.

Also on today's show: Retired IDF Major General Guy Zur; author Sonia Purnell ("Kingmaker"); marine biologist Ayana Elizabeth Johnson

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Lebanon on 'High Alert' Following Attack

Tue, 17 Sep 2024 20:50:13 -0000

In Lebanon, the health ministry is calling on citizens to be on "high alert" after devices belonging to members of Hezbollah suddenly exploded. Several people have been killed and thousands injured, including Iran’s ambassador to Lebanon, according to Iranian state media. Hezbollah said it holds Israel responsible for the attack and vowed retribution. Christiane gets the latest from Lebanese journalist Kim Ghattas.

Also on today's show: US Senate Democrat Chris Murphy; "Borderland" Director Pamela Yates & human rights activist Gabriela Castañeda; presidential historian Timothy Naftali

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Former FBI Deputy Director Andrew McCabe

Mon, 16 Sep 2024 19:00:00 -0000

For the second time in two months, former President Trump has been the target of an apparent assassination attempt. This moment in American history is fraught as the rhetoric around the election becomes more heated and political violence increases. One man who knows about political pressure is Andrew McCabe, the former deputy director of the FBI who was fired by Trump for what McCabe says was politically motivated reasons. He joins Christiane from DC.

Also on today's show: NYT correspondent Thomas Gibbons-Neff; US State Department Special Envoy James Rubin; author Yuval Noah-Hariri

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Are Democrats Missing a Trick?

Sat, 14 Sep 2024 22:56:03 -0000

After a watershed moment for Kamala Harris at potentially her only debate with Donald Trump, Democratic Senator Chris Murphy appraises her performance and warns his party is ignoring something critical.

Then, in his first exit interview, NATO chief Jens Stoltenberg talks triumphs and regrets after ten years at the top of the world’s largest military alliance.

Plus, Filmmaker Pamela Yates and activist Gabriela Castañeda talk about their new film “Borderland” which exposes the secret infrastructure within the US that could be laying the ground for mass deportations.

In the Amanpour Archive, an interview in Kandahar, and by lamplight, with Hamid Karzai after he had united Afghanistan against the Taliban in 2001.

And Finally – “Slave Play” Playwright Jeremy O. Harris tells Christiane Amanpour that current theater prices are “unsustainable” and what he’s doing to change it.

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Sudan: The Forgotten Crisis

Fri, 13 Sep 2024 19:46:26 -0000

We begin in Sudan, where one of the world’s worst humanitarian crises continues to unfold. A year and a half since war broke out between rival generals, millions are lacking food, water, shelter, and medical supplies. Kholood Khair, a Sudanese journalist, joins the show to shed light on what some call a forgotten crisis.

Also on today's show: World Food Program Executive Director Cindy McCain; author Saad Mohseni ("Radio Free Afghanistan"); Atlantic staff writer Jerusalem Demsas

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Ukraine's Military Hospital Train

Thu, 12 Sep 2024 18:42:00 -0000

As the fighting in Ukraine continues, so does the flood of casualties on the frontlines. One lifeline for injured soldiers takes the form of constantly running railway hospitals. A military secret, these trains have never been filmed until now, in this exclusive report by Christiane.

Also on today's show: NATO chief Jens Stoltenberg; US Senate Republican Rand Paul

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Assessing the Trump-Harris Debate

Wed, 11 Sep 2024 19:43:36 -0000

Last night marked the first, and potentially only, presidential debate between former President Donald Trump and Vice President Kamala Harris. While Harris appeared to get out all of her talking points, Trump stayed very much on his message, taking the bait on his rally crowd sizes, spouting falsehoods about late-term abortions and even spreading debunked lies about immigrants eating people's pets. To dig into what happened, what it means and what comes next, Irish Times columnist Fintan O'Toole and Pulitzer prize-winning journalist Maria Hinojosa join the show.

Also on today's show: playwright Jeremy O. Harris ("Slave Play"); LULAC CEO Juan Proaño.

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Special Report: IDF Strike on Gaza

Tue, 10 Sep 2024 18:39:03 -0000

First: In Gaza, health officials are counting the many dead, after an Israeli strike on a designated humanitarian zone. Correspondent Matthew Chance reports.

Next: Yair Golan, a former major general in the Israeli Defense Forces, and now leader of a new center-left coalition party called the Democrats, is trying to unite the opposition to present a viable alternative to Benjamin Netanyahu’s government.

Also on today's show: Susanne Bier, Director, "The Perfect Couple"; Alec MacGillis, Reporter, ProPublica

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Mexicans Protest Proposed Judicial Reforms

Mon, 09 Sep 2024 19:25:37 -0000

In Mexico, democracy and rule of law are under the spotlight. Thousands are protesting against highly controversial judicial reform plans that would require judges and magistrates to be elected by popular vote. Whatever happens could have a direct effect on the US. NPR correspondent Eyder Peralta joins the show from the senate in Mexico City, followed by former Mexican Foreign Minister Jorge Castañeda

Also on today's show: Paralympic Champion Oksana Masters; author Jason Stanley ("Erasing History")

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Exclusive Frontline Insight From Ukraine’s Army Chief and a Hollywood Hitmaker’s New Murder-mystery

Sat, 07 Sep 2024 18:37:00 -0000

Christiane is in Ukraine this week as the country faces its biggest government shakeup since Russia’s full-scale invasion began over 30 months ago, with the war at a critical turning point. She sits down with Ukraine’s Army Chief, General Oleksandr Syrskyi, for an exclusive interview from an undisclosed location in eastern Ukraine. Foreign Minister Dmytro Kuleba sat down with her in Kyiv to discuss Ukraine's strategic gains and looming challenges just one day before he offered to resign. Then, a look at the cutting-edge land drones Ukraine is using to transform the reality on the battlefield. Plus, Oscar-winning filmmaker Susanne Bier speaks to Christiane her new Netflix hit, “The Perfect Couple”, and working with Nicole Kidman. From Christiane’s archive, we revisit the heartbreaking cost of the war there, with an update on one of Ukraine's war amputees. And finally, commemorating Mother Teresa’s legacy of compassion and care on the anniversary of her death.

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Ukraine's New Military Chief on Strategies, Morale

Fri, 06 Sep 2024 19:22:29 -0000

Ukraine is facing a critical time in the war, after the nation was hit by a wave of enormously heavy Russian attacks. In his first television interview since he was appointed, Commander-In-Chief of Ukraine's Armed Forces General Oleksandr Syrskyi spoke to Christiane about the strategy behind the Kursk offensive, the status of the besieged city of Pokrovsk and low morale amongst Ukrainian troops.

Also on today's show: US Senate Democrat Chris Coons; authors Anastasia Berg & Rachel Wiseman, “What Are Children For?: On Ambivalence and Choice”

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Ukraine Commander-in-Chief Oleksandr Syrskyi

Thu, 05 Sep 2024 19:00:00 -0000

Four-star General Oleksandr Syrskyi has commanded the armed forces in Ukraine since February. Before that, he helmed his country's ground forces as Russia began its full-scale invasion in early 2022, when he led that initial battle for Kyiv and pushed Moscow's forces out of the capital. Since his elevation to the top of the military seven months ago, there have been a series of strategic challenges and victories for Ukraine. Among them, the surprise assault on the Russian region of Kursk, and the current fears that the key city of Pokrovsk could fall imminently. Christiane sat down with him in Ukraine for his first on-camera interview.

Also on today's show: Kris Brown, President of Brady, a non-profit combatting gun violence and its causes; author Michael Lewis; Washington Post reporter Missy Ryan

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Aiding Ukraine's Civilians

Wed, 04 Sep 2024 19:00:00 -0000

The people of Ukraine have been suffering a never-ending bombardment of Russian missiles and strikes. And as the country reels, a rapid and sweeping government re-shuffle is taking place. Matthias Schmale, United Nations Resident Co-Ordinator in Kyiv tasked with helping the Ukrainian civilians who continue to pay the highest price, joins the show from Ukraine.

Also on today's show: CNN International Diplomatic Editor Nic Robertson provides an update on Netanyahu; exonerated former prisoner Ben Spencer, who spent 30+ years behind bars; Brian Deese, economic adviser to the Harris Presidential Campaign

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Ukrainian Foreign Minister Dmytro Kuleba

Tue, 03 Sep 2024 20:51:36 -0000

Ukraine is reeling from yet another catastrophic Russian attack. Ukrainian Foreign Minister Dmytro Kuleba joined Christiane from Kyiv right after the news of the mass killing broke.

Also on today's show: Ronen Bergman, staff writer, The New York Times Magazine; David Daley, author, "Antidemocratic"

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Technology's Positive Role in Russia-Ukraine War

Mon, 02 Sep 2024 19:00:00 -0000

Ukraine is being bombarded as it pushes into Russia's Kursk region. Christiane reports on how cutting-edge technology is providing a lifeline in this war. She then speaks to Ukraine's Minister for Strategic Procurement Alexander Kamyshin.

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At War in the Trump White House

Sat, 31 Aug 2024 16:52:36 -0000

General HR McMaster has a military career spanning three decades. Little did he know that a deployment much closer to home would prove his toughest mission yet. In a conversation about his new book lifting the lid on his time in the Trump White House, McMaster discusses Trump’s strongman obsession, and the time his wife helped prevent a major diplomatic incident.

Then Ian McKellen discusses his new movie - The Critic – and how wearing a "fat suit" on stage saved him from serious harm.

Journalists Afua Hirsch and Mark Landler discuss where free speech ends and law enforcement begins, after the arrest of Telegram founder Pavel Durov.

In the Amanpour Archive this week we turn to one of its most controversial kings. And Finally - the Afghan women defying the Taliban's latest inhumane laws, by singing for freedom.

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Assessing the Harris Interview

Fri, 30 Aug 2024 19:28:43 -0000

VP Kamala Harris sits down for her first interview as presidential nominee. But did she impress? Democratic Congressman Brendan Boyle and former Republican representative Charlie Dent join the show to discuss.

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Special Report: Polio Outbreak in Gaza

Thu, 29 Aug 2024 20:01:16 -0000

Polio hits Gaza for the first time in 25 years, and Jeremy Diamond has a special report on the children who are suffering. Plus, why the arrest of Telegram Founder Pavel Durov sparked debate over accountability online. Also: a conversation with legendary actor Ian McKellen.

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Palestinian Politician Mustafa Barghouti

Wed, 28 Aug 2024 19:45:00 -0000

Israel unleashes a major operation on the West Bank, killing at least 10 people. Palestinian politician Mustafa Barghouti joins the show to discuss.

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Former Trump National Security Advisor H.R. McMaster

Tue, 27 Aug 2024 19:00:00 -0000

Former Trump National Security Advisor H.R. McMaster joins the show to discuss his new memoir, "At War with Ourselves: My Tour of Duty in the White House."

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Defense Expert Dara Massicot

Mon, 26 Aug 2024 19:00:00 -0000

Defense expert Dara Massicot joins to the show to discuss Russia's attack on Ukraine's infrastructure.

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Why It Will Take More Than Hope to Get Harris Over the Line

Sat, 24 Aug 2024 17:48:16 -0000

What happens after the Kamala Harris honeymoon? Is a hopeful, reenergized Democratic Party enough? And is Harris convincing voters that her policies hold up, particularly on the economy? Stephanie Flanders and Leslie Vinjamuri debrief Christiane on the DNC and the road ahead for the Harris campaign.

Jack Antonoff - music producer to the stars - - talks about closing out London with Taylor Swift, and his band's new album.

Bonded by triumph and tragedy. Tennis legends Martina Navratilova and Chris Evert discuss their unique friendship.

As Ukraine fights further into Russian territory and celebrates Independence Day this weekend, from Christiane’s archive - the resilience and sacrifice of its people since the war began.

And finally, the civil rights icon replacing a century-old confederate monument.

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What's Next in US Presidential Race?

Fri, 23 Aug 2024 19:00:00 -0000

The Democratic National Convention concluded on Thursday night with Vice President Kamala Harris formally accepting the Democratic Presidential nomination, making her the second woman in American history, and the first Black and South Asian woman to accept the nomination. Hers is one of the shortest US Presidential campaigns – President Joe Biden dropped out of the race just over one month ago – and one of the most exciting. Evan Osnos, author of "Joe Biden: The Life, the Run, and What Matters Now," joins the show to unpack Harris’ speech and preview what’s coming up in the race.

Also on today's show: Jaime Harrison, Chair, Democratic National Committee; "Job" playwright Max Wolf Friedlich and actors and Sydney Lemmon; musician, songwriter and producer Jack Antonoff

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What Does Harris Need to do to Win?

Thu, 22 Aug 2024 19:36:33 -0000

It's been a cathartic week in Chicago for Democrats, who will wrap their convention tonight with the historic nomination of Vice President Kamala Harris. But well before the last balloon falls, Democrats are steeling themselves for a tough fight ahead, especially when it comes to the economy. Stephanie Flanders is the Head of Economics coverage at Bloomberg, and Leslie Vinjamuri is Director of the US and Americas program at the international affairs think tank Chatham House. They join Christiane to discuss what policy and messaging Harris needs in the next 75 days.

Also on today's show: Jonathan Blitzer, Author, "Everyone Who Is Gone Is Here"; tennis icons Chris Evert and Martina Navratilova

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Senior White House Reporter Kevin Liptak on DNC

Wed, 21 Aug 2024 19:00:00 -0000

Halfway through the Democratic National Convention, tonight the VP nominee Tim Walz pitches himself to the biggest crowd of his career, reaching out to a public around the nation that doesn't fully know him yet. He has a tough act to follow, because last night former President Barack Obama and his first lady Michelle both delivered barnstorming speeches that tried to recapture the energy around his 2008 campaign. Both also insisted that despite surging enthusiasm, it's going to be a very tight race. We get analysis from Chicago with reporter Kevin Liptak.

Also on today's show: actors Martin Sheen and Melissa Fitzgerald discuss her new book, "What’s Next: A Backstage Pass to The West Wing"; Mesa, Arizona Mayor John Giles; US House Democrat Veronica Escobar

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A State Senator's Warning About Donald Trump

Tue, 20 Aug 2024 19:25:04 -0000

On day two of the Democratic National Convention in Chicago the party is rolling out the big guns again to whip up support for their nominee Kamala Harris. However, the party will need to mobilize more than just loyalists if it's going to beat Donald Trump to the White House in November. Michigan's Democratic State Senator Mallory McMorrow last night warned delegates of the dangers of re-electing him, and came with a gigantic prop, the conservative blueprint known as Project 2025. She's a rising star in the party and she joins Christiane from Chicago.

Also on today's show: correspondent joins us from Tel Aviv to update us on Sanaa's story and discuss the hopes for a ceasefire; Tanya Haj-Hassan, Co-founder, Gaza Medic Voices; Michael Moritz, Senior Adviser, Sequoia Heritage

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US House Democrat Dean Phillips

Mon, 19 Aug 2024 19:02:00 -0000

It's all aboard and full steam ahead as the Democratic National Convention kicks off in Chicago. Across the world, U.S. allies -and antagonists- will be watching carefully to get a measure of Kamala Harris' policies and grip on the election. Few could have foreseen the twists and turns that led here, but Democratic Congressman Dean Phillips got pretty close. An early skeptic, he expressed concerns about President Biden's age and ability to run and win a second time and even decided to challenge Biden by running against him in the primaries earlier this year. He joins the program from Chicago.

Also on today's show: Jaha Dukureh, Founder, Safe Hands for Girls; Liz Goodwin, Congress Reporter, The Washington Post

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Ahead of DNC, Contrasting Harris and Trump's Foreign Policies

Sat, 17 Aug 2024 18:24:24 -0000

First up, we're diving into next week's Democratic National Convention, where President Biden will endorse Kamala Harris as the next Commander-in-Chief. Rahm Emanuel, Biden's ambassador to Japan, joins Christiane to discuss the successes of Biden’s diplomacy and what a Harris foreign policy might look like.

Then, we'll explore what a second Trump term could mean for American diplomacy abroad. Former Pentagon official Elbridge Colby shares why he believes the Trump-Vance agenda could help the U.S. avoid World War Three and why it's imperative to have Europe take the lead in supporting Ukraine.

Next, Anna Ardin, the Swedish woman who accused Julian Assange of sexual assault discusses Wikileaks legacy, and recounts her trauma, and how her life has changed since the assault in her new book, ‘No Heroes, No Monsters.'

We also hear from Darren Walker, President of the Ford Foundation, as he reflects on his transformative work in philanthropy and how his personal life story has shaped the foundation’s mission to fight inequality.

Marking three years since the Taliban’s return to power in Afghanistan, Christian revisits the severe rollback of women’s rights with a focus on the restrictions faced by women anchors, who are now banned from showing their face on camera.

Finally, Christiane speaks with Venezuelan opposition leader María Corina Machado about the recent crackdown by Nicolás Maduro on dissidents following a contested election, as she shares her story from a secret location.

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What About the Climate?

Fri, 16 Aug 2024 19:29:22 -0000

This week US presidential candidates Kamala Harris and Donald Trump have been digging into economics, talking about inflation and issues like price gouging. So far in their campaigns, though, one big topic has gone almost unmentioned: climate. Bianna Golodryga speaks to Gina McCarthy, who served as EPA administrator and then as inaugural White House National Climate Adviser, where she helped craft the Inflation Reduction Act.

Also on today's show: Caitlin Dickerson, Staff Writer, The Atlantic & Lynsey Addario, Photojournalist; Demis Hassabis, Co-founder and CEO of Google DeepMind

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US Ambassador to Japan Rahm Emanuel

Thu, 15 Aug 2024 20:00:00 -0000

America's global leadership is being sorely tested. This means the stakes are extremely high for the US presidential election, with war in Ukraine and strengthening relations between Russia and China presenting major challenges ahead. To get a feel of what awaits the next president, Ambassador Rahm Emanuel, the Biden administration's envoy to Japan, joins the show from Tokyo.

Also on today's show: Anna Ardin, author, “No Heroes, No Monsters"; pollster Nate Silver on his new book, “On The Edge: The Art of Risking Everything”

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One Father's Grief in Gaza

Wed, 14 Aug 2024 07:36:00 -0000

Every day, people are dying in Gaza. As the death toll there approaches 40,000 it's a stark reminder of those caught in the middle of these negotiations: the Israeli hostages held in Gaza, their families, and ordinary Palestinians facing starvation and the brutality of Israel's bombs. Correspondent Jeremy Diamond brings us a report on the death of newborn twins and their mother, and the excruciating grief of their father.

Also on today's show: Yuli Novak, Executive Director, B'Tselem; Darren Walker, President, Ford Foundation; Amanda Carpenter, Writer and Editor, Protect Democracy

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Maduro Cracks Down in Venezuela

Tue, 13 Aug 2024 19:00:00 -0000

First: What next for Venezuela as Maduro cracks down amid accusations of stealing the latest election? Christiane reaches opposition leader Maria Corina Machado in hiding.

Plus: The specter of full-blown regional war hovers over the Middle East. A ceasefire between Israel and Hamas could spread calm, but who's standing in the way?

And: The United States vs. Google. Assistant Attorney General Jonathan Kanter joins the show to discuss.

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Former US Ambassador to Russia John Sullivan

Mon, 12 Aug 2024 19:24:08 -0000

It's been one week since Ukraine launched its surprise incursion into Russia. Today, President Vladimir Putin again framed this as a battle of survival against the West, saying Kyiv's move is a negotiating tactic. John Sullivan was appointed US ambassador to Russia by President Trump and was still there when Putin launched his full-scale invasion of Ukraine in February 2022. He previously served as deputy secretary of state. He recounts it all in his new book, "Midnight in Moscow," and he joins the program from Washington DC.

Also on today's show: Dr. Javid Abdelmoneim, Medical team leader, MSF; Masha Gessen, opinion columnist, The New York Times

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Trump's Use of Racial Attacks to Undermine Kamala Harris

Sat, 10 Aug 2024 16:42:15 -0000

From questioning Kamala Harris’s ethnic identity to his long-standing birther claims against Barack Obama, racist attacks against his political opponents have become part of Donald Trump's political playbook. Harvard professor and racial politics scholar, Randall Kennedy joins Bianna Golodryga to examine how Trump weaponizes racism to undermine his opponents.

Then Nicholas Thompson and Emily Glazer unpack the dangers of misinformation on democracy, social media’s role, and Musk's impact on the AI sector, as race riots rattle the UK.

After escaping the Taliban’s brutal crackdown, the Afghan Youth Orchestra is now rebuilding their lives in Portugal. Young musicians describe their unimaginable hardship, and discuss the power of music as a symbol of hope.

From the archive, as Nicolas Maduro attempts to maintain his grip on power amid a contested election in Venezuela, Christiane Amanpour’s 2014 conversation reveals his defiance in the face of mass protests and widespread claims of election fraud is nothing new.

Finally, two-time Olympian, Yusra Mardini reflects on the resilience of the Refugee Olympic Team.

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Racism Rears its Ugly Head ... Again

Fri, 09 Aug 2024 20:48:25 -0000

Just as soon as Kamala Harris' presidential campaign began nearly four weeks ago, so too did the ugly, age-old racist attacks, with Donald Trump questioning his rival's race in a sit-down interview with Black journalists. Bianna speaks with Randall Kennedy, a law professor at Harvard, and an expert on the history of race and politics.

Also on today's show: Raj M. Shah and Christopher Kirchhoff, co-authors of “Unit X: How the Pentagon and Silicon Valley Are Transforming the Future of War”; Ahmad Sarmast, founder and director of the Afghanistan National Institute of Music

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Former NATO Deputy Secretary General Rose Gottemoeller

Thu, 08 Aug 2024 19:17:26 -0000

A "massive attack" by Ukraine - this is how Russia describes a daring incursion by Ukrainian troops into its Kursk region. And while Russia claims it has stopped the incursion, evidence from the ground suggests fighting is ongoing. This comes as Russian forces creep closer to the strategically important city of Pokrovsk in eastern Ukraine, threatening a vital supply line for Kyiv. Bianna discusses with Rose Gottemoeller what Kyiv’s strategy might be, and what its US ally makes of it.

Also on today's show: WSJ reporter Emily Glazer and Nicholas Thompson, CEO of The Atlantic; Raj Chetty, Director, Harvard’s Opportunity Insights; USA Today sports columnist Christine Brennan

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Harris, Walz Hit the Road

Wed, 07 Aug 2024 19:00:00 -0000

One day in and it's been a rapturous reception for VP candidate and Minnesota Governor Tim Walz. Today he and running mate Kamala Harris are stumping in Wisconsin after an enthusiastic debut in Philadelphia. Congressman Brendan Boyle is a longtime friend of Walz and a congressman for the crucial swing state of Pennsylvania. He joins the show to discuss the new vice presidential candidate.

Also: correspondent Jeremy Diamond reports from northern Israel; US National Security Adviser Jake Sullivan; Will Carter, Sudan Country Director, Norwegian Refugee Council; Yusra Mardini, former swimmer, Refugee Olympic Team

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The VP Chooses her VP

Tue, 06 Aug 2024 19:44:11 -0000

After what feels like endless speculation - although it's only been about two weeks - Kamala Harris has chosen her chosen Minnesota Governor Tim Walz running mate. Walz has a track record of winning even in conservative-leaning districts. The Trump camp has already begun its campaign against Walz, labelling him a dangerous radical. Joining the program is Geoff Duncan, a Republican who served as the Lieutenant Governor of Georgia until last year and who now he says he'll vote for Harris over Trump.

Also on today's show: "Pod Save the UK" cohosts Nish Kumar and Coco Khan; Betsey Stevenson, Professor of Public Policy and Economics, University of Michigan; author Edward Wong ("At The Edge of Empire")

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Making Sense of Bangladesh

Mon, 05 Aug 2024 19:00:00 -0000

After 15 years in power, the Prime Minister of Bangladesh, Sheikh Hasina, has resigned from her post and fled the country. It's an incredible development and the culmination of deadly protests that have rocked the nation for weeks. New York Times' South Asia Bureau Chief Mujib Mashal has been following this story closely and joins the show from New Delhi. He's followed by Nobel Laureate Muhammad Yunus, perhaps the most well known Bangladeshi in the world.

Also on today's show: Former Israeli Prime Minister Ehud Barak; author Anne Applebaum ("Autocracy Inc.")

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Kamala Brings Newfound Energy to Party

Fri, 02 Aug 2024 19:04:07 -0000

The US presidential election and the entire political landscape looks completely different today than it did two weeks ago. A surge in enthusiasm for Kamala Harris has injected a newfound energy into the Democratic party. Bakari Sellers, political commentator and former State Representative in South Carolina, and Elaina Plott Calabro, staff writer at the Atlantic join the show to discuss Kamala Harris and the week in politics.

Also on today's show: Evan Williams, Director, "Germany's Enemy Within"; Tracie Keesee, Co-founder and President of the Center for Policing Equity

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Behind the Historic US-Russia Prisoner Exchange

Thu, 01 Aug 2024 19:10:50 -0000

24 prisoners have been released in the largest prisoner exchange between the US and Russia since the Cold War. Among those freed are two wrongfully detained American citizens, Wall Street Journal reporter Evan Gershkovich, and former US marine Paul Whelan, in exchange for Russian criminals. Bianna Golodryga talks with exiled Russian journalist Mikhail Zygar about the ethical dilemmas and the details of this groundbreaking deal.

Also on today's show: former IDF paratrooper Yuval Green; Democratic strategist Waleed Shahid

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Iran Vows Revenge Against Israel

Wed, 31 Jul 2024 20:03:07 -0000

Hamas’ political leader Ismail Haniyeh was killed in an early morning strike Wednesday in the Iranian capital of Tehran. Iran and Hamas claim Haniyeh was assassinated in an Israeli airstrike. Iran’s Supreme Leader is vowing revenge. Correspondent Nick Paton Walsh joins the show to discuss the enraged rhetoric coming out of Iran, alongside correspondent Ivan Watson who joins from Beirut to discuss the latest on the ground in Lebanon.

Also on today's show: Ronen Bergman, staff writer, The New York Times; Colin Clarke, Director of Research, The Soufan Group; Nabih Bulos, Middle East Bureau Chief, the Los Angeles Times; Clarissa Ward, CNN Chief International Correspondent; Tamir Hayman, former IDF Intelligence Chief

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Four Hours in Gaza

Tue, 30 Jul 2024 19:50:47 -0000

Residents of Khan Younis, Gaza are returning home after the Israeli military withdrew from the area following a week-long raid. Hopes for a ceasefire seem no closer to fruition, as negotiations drag on. Caught up in all this chaos are innocent children, for whom life under bombardment is a disorienting, violent experience, where joy and death live side-by-side, as Jomana Karadsheh reports.

Also on today's show: surgeons Dr. Mark Perlmutter & Dr. Feroze Sidhwa discuss the "unspeakable" conditions they found in Gaza; correspondent Ben Wedeman reports from Beirut; misinformation expert Nina Jankowicz

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Fears of War Between Israel & Hezbollah Intensify

Mon, 29 Jul 2024 19:08:00 -0000

There are fears of all-out war between Israel and Hezbollah, in the wake of a rocket strike in the Israeli-occupied Golan Heights that killed 12 children on Saturday. For nearly 10 months now, Hezbollah and Israeli forces have exchanged cross-border fire, with dozens killed and hundreds of thousands forced to evacuate. At the same time, the war in Gaza drags on, with Israeli attacks killing at least 19 people, including children, on Sunday. Hezbollah has previously indicated they could halt their strikes if a ceasefire was reached in Gaza, but there seems little chance of that now. Correspondent Ben Wedeman joins the show from Beirut.

Also on today's show: former Israeli Prime Minister Naftali Bennett; Alexandra Winkler, Senior Associate, CSIS Americas Program; Mary Ziegler, Author, “Abortion and the Law in America”; Cassie Chambers Armstrong, Democratic Kentucky State Senator

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Digesting a Momentous Month

Fri, 26 Jul 2024 19:46:51 -0000

Saturday marks one month since the CNN presidential debate – a month that has upended everything, and may have changed the course of history. The world has been following every extraordinary twist, and the consequences are enormous – particularly with the wars in Ukraine and Gaza, and an emboldened China and Russia. Veteran diplomat Richard Haass joins Bianna to digest this momentous month.

Also on today's show: Ross Kaufman, Director, “Wild Wild Space” & Ashlee Vance, author, “When the Heavens Went on Sale”; Evan Osnos, Staff Writer, The New Yorker

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The Olympic Games Return to Paris

Thu, 25 Jul 2024 20:41:54 -0000

A hundred years since Paris last hosted the Olympic Games, the torch is once again making its way through the city, ahead of the opening ceremony on Friday. Andy Murray, the British tennis star and only man to win gold twice in the men’s singles, joins Christiane in Paris.

Also on today's show: French Sports Minister Amélie Oudéa-Castéra; author Michael Waters (The Other Olympians)

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Assessing the New Race for US President

Wed, 24 Jul 2024 19:30:00 -0000

Kamala Harris is in full campaign mode as the Democratic party’s presumptive nominee. In just over 100 days, we’ll know the outcome of this sprint to the electoral finish line. So how will the race unfold, and what does the next president of the United States really face? Leon Panetta, who has held many different positions of power, including White House chief of staff, CIA director, secretary of defense, and congressman, joins the show alongside Susan Glasser, longtime journalist who co-wrote The Divider, which chronicles the first term of Donald Trump.

Also on today’s show: Correspondent Stefano Pozzebon reports from Caracas, Venezuela on that country’s upcoming election, followed by Venezuelan opposition politician David Smolansky; Tim Alberta, staff writer for The Atlantic

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It's All Coming Up Kamala!

Tue, 23 Jul 2024 18:38:00 -0000

Just two days since President Joe Biden announced he was dropping out of the race, Vice President Kamala Harris has all but guaranteed she will be the Democratic nominee. But the GOP isn't wasting any time either, lining up attack ads against the VP. Now, some believe this campaign could take an ugly turn. Prominent Democratic Congresswoman Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez saying that people will have to brace themselves for misogynistic and potentially explicit racist attacks. Joining the program is a trailblazer who’s had to walk a similar path, Carol Moseley Braun who became the first Black woman to reach the Senate in 1992.

Also on today's show: CNN Jerusalem Correspondent Jeremy Diamond; Aziz Abu Sarah, Palestinian peace activist & Maoz Inon, Israeli peace activist; author Kristin Kobes Du Mez

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Can Kamala Save the Dems?

Mon, 22 Jul 2024 19:12:00 -0000

The world’s attention turns to Kamala Harris after President Biden dropped out of the race. Endorsements for the VP are coming in fast and furious from heavyweight Democrats including potential rivals who hope Harris is their best chance to defeat Donald Trump in November. There appears to be little appetite for a contested convention, and so far no one else has announced their candidacy. Former US Senate Democrat Mary Landrieu joins Bianna to talk about this unprecedented moment.

Also on today's show: political scientist Norm Ornstein; President Biden's personal attorney Bob Bauer; former Republican strategist Sarah Longwell

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Trump On a Roll While Dump Biden Chorus Grows

Sat, 20 Jul 2024 18:35:16 -0000

As Republicans fall in behind the former president, will Trump’s VP choice alienate swing voters? And can the divide in Democrats bounce back?

Also, this hour, Lyndon B. Johnson’s daughter on political violence surrounding her father’s term and why he chose not to run for reelection.

Then, a week out from the Olympics, the Ukrainian athletes training despite violence and tragedy back home.

From my archives, 55 years since the moon landing. Spaceman Michael Collins on having the right stuff.

And, still having fun at 71, pop icon Cyndi Lauper on a life well lived, as she embarks on her farewell tour.

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RNC Strategist-Turned-Trump-Critic Sarah Longwell

Fri, 19 Jul 2024 18:50:00 -0000

The Republican National Convention reached its conclusion late Thursday night, capping off proceedings with a whopping 90-minute speech from Donald Trump. Though the former president promised to speak on the theme of unity after his assassination attempt, the tone quickly shifted back to his familiar tropes, falsehoods and head-scratching references. Sarah Longwell is a longtime Republican strategist-turned-Trump critic, who regularly speaks to average GOP voters to understand their state of mind. She joins the show to discuss.

Also on today's show: former Democratic Congressman Tim Ryan on why Kamala Harris should replace Joe Biden; Pulitzer Prize-winning investigative reporter Brody Mullins

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Republicans Rally Around Trump, Dems Doubt Biden

Thu, 18 Jul 2024 18:50:02 -0000

As the Republican National Convention wraps up its final day, it's feeling like a grand old party in more ways than one. A jubilant mood is spreading throughout the RNC as a newly unified GOP rallies behind candidate Trump just after he survived an assassination attempt. It's very different within the Democratic party, where President Biden is facing growing pressure to drop out of the race as concerns around his age and health persist. Joining the program to discuss is former communications director for Trump’s 2020 campaign, Marc Lotter, and Karen Kinney, who was a senior advisor for Hillary Clinton’s 2016 presidential bid.

Also on today's show: musician Cyndi Lauper; University of Michigan Law School professor Leah Litman

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Trump is King of the GOP

Wed, 17 Jul 2024 18:30:37 -0000

On day three of the Republican National Convention, one thing is crystal clear – Donald Trump is king of the GOP. Even former rivals who attacked him in the primaries, Nikki Haley and Ron DeSantis, have now pledged their allegiance. David Frum, a staff writer for The Atlantic who was once a speechwriter for President George W. Bush, joins the show to discuss the risks of erasing important context about the presidential race.

Also on today's show: Simon Stiell, Executive Secretary of the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change; New Hampshire Governor Chris Sununu; Luci Baines Johnson, Daughter of President Lyndon Baines Johnson

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Trump Gets Hero's Welcome at RNC

Tue, 16 Jul 2024 19:00:00 -0000

It is day two of the Republican National Convention in Wisconsin, and a sense of dread is descending here across the pond since former President Trump named as his running mate, the ultra-isolationist Senator JD Vance. The former president, his ear bandaged, was greeted like a hero in his first appearance since the assassination attempt this weekend. “Fight, fight, fight!,” the crowds cheered and chanted, “We love Trump!” Correspondent Jeff Zeleny joins the program from the convention.

Also on today's show: Former US Ambassador to NATO Kurt Volker; political scientist and author Robert Putnam; Astead Herndon, National Politics Reporter, The New York Times

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The Not-So-United States

Mon, 15 Jul 2024 19:06:53 -0000

The attempted assassination of former President Donald Trump is a testament to the increasingly fractious, furious and fatal state of this presidential race. He’s since said: “I want to try to unite our country, but I don’t know if that’s possible. People are very divided.” Correspondent Jeff Zeleny joins Christiane from Milwaukee to discuss the events of this weekend, and the mood at the convention.

Also on today's show: Frank Lavin, Visiting Fellow, Hoover Institution / Former Reagan White House Aide; Neal Katyal, Former US Acting Solicitor General / Georgetown Law Professor; Cynthia Miller-Idriss, Director, Polarization and Extremism Research & Innovation Lab (PERIL) at American University; Halla Tomasdottir, President-elect of Iceland

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A Question of Presidential Competency

Sat, 13 Jul 2024 17:26:48 -0000

America's most recognizable doctor - Anthony Fauci - on what he's witnessed about Trump and Biden's fitness to serve. Political insiders David Frum and Alastair Campbell discuss how Biden can change the conversation, and concerns about Trump’s rambling rallies.

Then exclusive new CNN reporting reveals Israeli forces deemed abusive by the US are now shaping the campaign in Gaza.

Ahead of the Wimbledon finals, Christiane’s 2022 interview with Serena Williams a few months before her retirement.

And hip hop meets highbrow, in a collaboration nearly three decades in the making.

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Assessing Democrats' Unprecedented Challenge

Fri, 12 Jul 2024 18:24:55 -0000

Pressure is building for President Joe Biden to quit the race, and yet he’s made it clear he’s not giving up on his campaign for re-election. Speaking for almost an hour at a NATO press conference Thursday, President Biden put on a competent show, but his blunders remain the most memorable take away, like accidentally referring to his own Vice President Kamala Harris as “Vice President Trump,” and calling Ukraine’s President Zelensky “President Putin.” Now at least 18 Democrats in Congress are calling for Biden to withdraw from the White House race, including Jim Himes, the widely respected ranking member of the House Intelligence Committee. Long-time political analyst Paul Begala joins the program to discuss the Democrats’ unprecedented challenge.

Also on today's show: Rescued Israeli Hostage Andrey Kozlov; Charlie Sykes, Founder, The Bulwark

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'Ukraine's Future is in NATO'

Thu, 11 Jul 2024 19:13:58 -0000

That's the message from the North Atlantic Treaty Organization this week as it marks its 75th anniversary at a Washington summit. President Zelensky is using his time in Washington to drum up a sustainable support pipeline for his country, where US weapons have proved crucial in recently stabilizing Ukraine’s frontlines. Meantime, in a striking development, NATO has called out China for the first time, criticizing Beijing as a "decisive enabler of Russia’s war against Ukraine." Ukrainian Foreign Minister Dmytro Kuleba joins the program from the NATO summit to discuss all of this.

Also on today's show: Dr. Anthony Fauci; Republican pollster Kristen Soltis Anderson

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German Foreign Minister Annalena Baerbock

Wed, 10 Jul 2024 18:35:18 -0000

As world leaders gather in Washington to mark NATO'S 75th anniversary, unprecedented challenges face the alliance. As Germany’s foreign minister, Annalena Baerbock reckons with the many challenges facing Western democracy. She spoke with Christiane Amanpour from the NATO summit about Russia’s aggression, the rise of extremism in Europe, and the threat of an autocratic America under Donald Trump.

Also on today's show: Hezbollah Lawmaker Ibrahim Moussawi; Sacha Nauta, Social Affairs Editor, The Economist

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Stakes are High for NATO's 75th Summit

Tue, 09 Jul 2024 19:16:16 -0000

As world leaders descend on Washington for NATO’s 75th anniversary summit, the alliance faces threats from foreign antagonists and from within. The stakes could not be higher as gruesome images keep coming of Russia’s latest missile barrage against Ukraine- including strikes on a children's hospital- a clear message from Vladimir Putin. Ukrainian leader Volodymyr Zelensky will be pushing hard for accelerated NATO membership. Meantime, the alliance is already trying to "Trump-Proof" support for Ukraine, should the former president return to power. Veteran diplomat Victoria Nuland joins the program to discuss.

Also on today's show: Kosovo Prime Minister Albin Kurti; former NATO Supreme Allied Commander Wesley Clark; author Ruth Whippman

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Former NATO Chief Wesley Clark

Mon, 08 Jul 2024 19:18:07 -0000

Russia today launched one of its heaviest missile barrages yet in Ukraine, killing at least 36 and wounding more than 100. Even a children's hospital that performs 7,000 surgeries on sick children every year was hit hard, according to local officials. Christiane spoke to former Supreme Allied Commander for Europe Wesley Clark about what is at stake for Ukraine and for NATO in its face-off with Russian President Vladimir Putin.

Also on today's show: Clément Beaune, former Deputy of the French National Assembly; Sanam Vakil, Director of Chatham House's Middle East and North Africa Program; author Adam Moss

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The Summer of Seismic Political Shocks

Sat, 06 Jul 2024 18:42:50 -0000

Labour of love. A fresh start for Britain as voters called time on the Tories.

Also this hour, my exclusive interview with the woman at the epicenter of Europe's lurch to the far right, Marine Le Pen.

Then, historian Heather Cox Richardson on the false equivalence created over a disastrous debate performance versus a violent threat to democracy.

And from my archive, former President Barack Obama on whether the idea of America can even survive a second Trump term.

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What to Expect from the new UK Leadership

Fri, 05 Jul 2024 18:27:37 -0000

Labour has won the UK general election in a landslide. The new Prime Minister, Keir Starmer, pledged to steer the country towards “calmer waters” in his first address to the nation. Starmer is starting to form his cabinet, appointing the UK’s first ever female finance minister. We get reaction from London Mayor Sadiq Khan and former Tory MPS David Goal, and explore what this dramatic shift in leadership means.

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Despite Pressure, Biden Not Stepping Down

Thu, 04 Jul 2024 18:28:54 -0000

As the fallout from last Thursday's disastrous debate performance continues, we ask what President Biden might do next. Plus, as Israel and Hezbollah inch closer to war, Colombia knows how difficult the path to peace is. We speak to the country's foreign minister, Luis Gilberto Murillo.

Also on today's show: Venezuelan classical music maestro Gustavo Dudamel

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Battle for the Presidency

Wed, 03 Jul 2024 18:41:33 -0000

It's a decisive moment for America and for how the world views what's at stake for them in this battle for the presidency. Former Pentagon official Evelyn Farkas joins Christiane to discuss Joe Biden's candidacy following his disastrous debate performance.

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The Shocking SCOTUS Immunity Ruling

Tue, 02 Jul 2024 19:26:40 -0000

First: We discuss the Supreme Court's decision on presidential immunity with veteran US diplomat Richard Haass.

Plus: What does Europe's drift toward the hard-right mean for the world? We're joined by former Swedish PM Carl Bildt.

And: The latest on the dangerous hurricane through the Carribean.

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US Presidents Get Limited Immunity, Supreme Court Rules

Mon, 01 Jul 2024 18:37:44 -0000

The Supreme Court finally delivers its verdict on Trump's immunity. We get analysis from America's former acting solicitor general Neil Katyal.

Also on today's show: Biden campaign advisor Keisha Lance Bottoms; Marine le Pen spokesman Philippe Oliver

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Perception Is Reality: A Disastrous Debate for the Democrats

Sat, 29 Jun 2024 17:02:46 -0000

As the dust settles from the US presidential debate, how can the Democrats manage the fallout from Joe Biden's faltering performance? Trumper Marc Lotter and Democratic strategist Simon Rosenberg discuss.

Then, from the Amanpour Archive, flashback to Iran's Green Revolution when citizens shouted 'death to the dictator', accusing the Ayatollahs of stealing the 2009 election and locking up the reformist leader.

Meantime, as the UN takes flack for giving the Taliban a seat at the table but leaving Afghan women out in the cold, Anna Coren updates us on a young girl's second chance at life, after she tried to escape the Taliban's misogynistic rule.

And finally, how panda diplomacy is making a comeback.

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Making Sense of Last Night's US Presidential Debate

Fri, 28 Jun 2024 18:58:00 -0000

Last night, a fumbling Joe Biden faced serial liar Donald Trump in the first live debate of the campaign. Now, America faces a choice: a visibly aging man who failed to live up to that moment, or an authoritarian convicted felon facing even more courtroom trials ahead. Few people are as well placed to discuss than veteran Democratic party strategist Simon Rosenberg and Marc Lotter, who served as special assistant to President Trump and was director of strategic communications in his 2020 campaign. They join Christiane from Atlanta, where the debate was held last night.

Also on today's show: CNN senior correspondent Fred Pleitgen & New York Times reporter Farnaz Fassihi; columnist and author Francis Barry

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Eye on the French Election

Thu, 27 Jun 2024 18:26:55 -0000

France heads to the polls this weekend, and the far right looks set to come out on top. President Emmanuel Macron threw the dice with this snap election after his Centrist party was trounced by Marine Le Pen’s National Rally in recent European Parliament elections. Correspondent Melissa Bell has more on how Le Pen has reshaped the party’s dark origins into an apparently palatable mainstream alternative.

Also on today's show: Legal analyst Carrie Cordero on today's US Supreme Court abortion ruling; Simon Kuper, author of Impossible City: Paris in the Twenty-First Century; singer-songwriter Aloe Blacc; Civil rights leader Carmen Perez-Jordan; Imara Jones, Founder, TransLash Media

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Evan Gershkovich Trial Begins

Wed, 26 Jun 2024 19:13:46 -0000

After 15 months in a Russian prison on trumped up charges of espionage, American journalist Evan Gershkovich is finally facing trial. The 32-year-old reporter faces up to 20 years in jail if convicted. Apart from a brief photo-op today, Gershkovich is unlikely to be seen until the process ends. Correspondent Matthew Chance brings us a report with the details, followed by analysis from Russian historian Nina Khruscheva.

Also on today's show: Columbia Journalism School professors Ari Goldman & Gregory Khalil; New York Times columnist David French

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America's Foreign Policy Flashpoints

Tue, 25 Jun 2024 18:57:25 -0000

As American voters look ahead to the first Biden-Trump Presidential Debate on Thursday, coverage is mostly focused on domestic issues. But an array of global challenges could have the greatest impact on American's daily lives. Until a few weeks ago, David Satterfield was America's special envoy to the Middle East for humanitarian issues. He joined Christiane for a wide-ranging conversation about these foreign policy flashpoints facing America's next president.

Also on today's show: Raja Shehadeh, Palestinian author and human rights lawyer; Nate Halverson, Investigative Journalist, “The Grab” / Senior Reporter, The Center for Investigative Reporting & Gabriela Cowperthwaite, Director, “The Grab”

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Netanyahu Faces Severe Backlash, at Home and Abroad

Mon, 24 Jun 2024 18:18:38 -0000

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu announced a new phase of the war that has sparked fears of a full-blown war with Hezbollah, which the US has warned could be disastrous. Netanyahu also made comments that appeared to be a death knell for any Gaza peace deal which is backed by President Biden. One of Netanyahu’s fiercest critics is Ami Ayalon, the former head of the Israeli internal security agency Shin Bet. He speaks to Christiane about what hopes Israel could have of ending the war and returning all of the hostages.

Arwa Damon, Founder and CEO, INARA; Samhita Mukhopadhyay, Author, “The Myth of Making It”

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Outcast Dictators Press the Flesh in Pyongyang

Sat, 22 Jun 2024 16:59:00 -0000

As Russia and North Korea's outcast autocrats put on a splashy show of mutual back-scratching, how will America’s next president challenge the anti-US axis? Biden and Trump insiders make their case.

Then from the Amanpour Archive, the time The Star-Spangled Banner rang out in North Korea, in a bygone age for musical diplomacy.

Also this hour, the doctor who saved the Hamas leaders’ life, and the Palestinian struggle seen through the eyes of an award-winning author and fearless human rights champion.

And finally, legendary designer Diane von Furstenberg on rockstar threesomes and zero regrets.

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Focus on SCOTUS

Fri, 21 Jun 2024 18:24:31 -0000

Today, the US Supreme Court offered a boost to the Biden administration by backing a federal gun ban for domestic abusers. But all eyes are on some key decisions which are yet to be released. These include whether former President Trump is protected from prosecution for actions taken while he was president, whether the prosecution of January 6th rioters via an obstruction statute is lawful, and if a restrictive Idaho abortion ban, which is preventing some patients from getting treatment, can continue. Jessica Roth, Professor of Law at the Cardozo Law School, and Steven Mazie, the Supreme Court Correspondent for The Economist, joined the show to discuss today’s rulings, as well as what lies ahead.

Also on today's show: Dr. Radley M. Horton, Professor of Climate, Columbia Climate School; Dr. Rev. William J. Barber II, Founding Director, Center for Public Theology and Public Policy, Yale Divinity School / Author, “White Poverty”

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Yuval Bitton, Former Head of Intelligence, Israeli Prison Service

Thu, 20 Jun 2024 18:47:40 -0000

Israel’s military appears to be countering Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's goals for the war in Gaza. In an interview, IDF spokesman Rear Admiral Daniel Hagari acknowledged what many observers have been arguing for months, saying, “Hamas is an idea. Those who think we can make Hamas disappear are wrong.” Israeli Doctor Yuval Bitton agrees; he probably knows the senior level of Hamas better than anyone.

Also on today's show: Designer Diane von Furstenberg; Ebony Reed & Louise Story, Co-authors, "Fifteen Cents on the Dollar"

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What to make of the Kim-Putin Summit

Wed, 19 Jun 2024 18:55:48 -0000

For the first time in nearly 25 years, Russia’s President Vladimir Putin is in North Korea to visit its leader, Kim Jong-un. The leaders have signed a new strategic partnership agreement – a reflection of how important this burgeoning alliance has become to both countries, as Putin increasingly relies upon North Korean weaponry to support his war in Ukraine. Correspondent Mike Valerio walks us through the visit so far, joining the show from Seoul.

Also on today's show: Sue Mi Terry, Former CIA Senior Analyst / Senior Fellow for Korea Studies, Council on Foreign Relations; Bryan Stevenson, Executive Director, Equal Justice Initiative; Bryant Terry, James Beard Award-winning Chef / Author, “Black Food: Stories, Art and Recipes from Across the African Diaspora”

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Former US National Security Adviser Robert O’Brien

Tue, 18 Jun 2024 18:39:26 -0000

For the first time in 24 years, Vladimir Putin is heading to Pyongyang to meet with Kim Jong-un, raising concern in Washington. Five years ago Donald Trump became the first US president to meet the North Korean leader when he briefly stepped across the DMZ. With American elections five months away, people at home and abroad are starting to consider what a second Trump term could bring. In a new article for foreign affairs, Trump’s former National Security Adviser Robert O’Brien argues his case for a policy of peace through strength, and he joined the program for an exclusive interview.

Also on today's show: Lisa Nandy, UK Shadow Cabinet Minister for International Development; Audrey Tang, Former Minister of Digital Affairs of Taiwan

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Israel-Hezbollah Conflict Heats Up

Mon, 17 Jun 2024 18:49:11 -0000

US Special Envoy Amos Hochstein came to Israel to meet with Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and urge de-escalation on the Lebanon border. Correspondent Ben Wedeman reports on how a wider war could erupt there. Ben's report is followed by Christiane's interview with the new leader of Israel's once-powerful Labor Party, former IDF Commander Yair Golan.

Also on today's show: UNICEF global spokesperson James Elder; Candice Carty-Williams, author and Executive Producer of the new TV series "Queenie"

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How Technology Is Changing Us, for Better or Worse

Mon, 17 Jun 2024 14:58:25 -0000

Divine intervention. Pope Francis makes history, weighing in on ethical AI at the G7 summit. This hour, the risks and rewards of Artificial Intelligence with a panel of industry leaders. Managing misinformation in a critical election year and how technology is changing what it means to be human. Also this hour, Julia Louis-Dreyfus on confronting death and a giant parrot in her new movie, "Tuesday." Then, from the archive, why Narendra Modi's resounding rejection by India's most oppressed caste comes as no surprise. Finally, the new documentary taking us behind the scenes for the tearful final days of Roger Federer's tennis career.

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Nobel Peace Prize Laureate Malala Yousafzai

Fri, 14 Jun 2024 18:36:14 -0000

A grim milestone in Afghanistan this week as the country marks a thousand days since girls were banned from attending secondary school. This as the Taliban continue to tighten their grip on the country, despite promising moderation after taking power in August 2021. It's a reality Malala Yousafzai calls “gender apartheid” - a term she calls on world leaders to recognize as a crime against humanity. Malala of course is a survivor of that violence against girls, shot by the Pakistani Taliban on her way home from school when she was just 15. She has since become the youngest ever Nobel Peace Prize winner, and a fierce advocate for the rights of girls and women around the world. Bianna discusses with Malala her foundation’s announcement today of another $1.5 million to keep girls’ education alive in Afghanistan.

Also on today's show: Ofir Amir, survivor of October 7th; A.J. Jacobs, author, “The Year of Living Constitutionally”

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What's Happening at the G7?

Thu, 13 Jun 2024 19:02:42 -0000

G7 world leaders gathering in Italy today have agreed to loan Kyiv some 50 billion dollars backed by the profits from Russia's frozen investments. Political scientist and former advisor to the EU's foreign policy chief, Nathalie Tocci joins the show from Rome and Senior International Correspondent for the French channel BFMTV, Thierry Arnaud joins the show from Paris.

Also on today's show: actor Julia Louis-Dreyfus, journalist Nicholas Kristof.

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The Heat is On

Wed, 12 Jun 2024 18:50:25 -0000

Last month was the hottest May ever, marking the 12th consecutive month that records were broken. In a major new cover article for The Atlantic, journalist George Packer spent months reporting from Phoenix, Arizona exploring the quixotic growth fueling urban expansion, even as the water runs dry and the heat kills hundreds. Packer joins the program along with climate expert Leah Stokes.

Also on today's show: Asif Kapadia and Joe Sabia, co-directors of "Federer: Twelve Final Days"; Leah Rigueur, Associate Professor of History, Johns Hopkins University

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UN Calls For Ceasefire, But Will Israel And Hamas Approve?

Tue, 11 Jun 2024 18:49:59 -0000

For the first time in more than eight months of war, the United Nations Security Council has passed a resolution calling for a permanent ceasefire in Gaza. The security council says Israel has accepted the proposal, and US officials are now pressuring Hamas to do the same. But, there are few signs of concrete commitment to ending the war. Joining the show to discuss are Daniel Kurtzer, former US ambassador to Israel and Egypt, and Audrey Kurth Cronin, author of "How Terrorism Ends."

Also on today's show: Harvard law professor Noah Feldman; New York Times reporter Sheera Frenkel

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What to make of the European Parliamentary Elections

Mon, 10 Jun 2024 18:49:41 -0000

One of the biggest exercises in democracy this year is filling 720 seats from 27 countries in the European Parliamentary elections. As results continue to flood in, a split-screen image is emerging. Establishment parties did well in many countries and EU Commission President Ursula Von Der Leyen's centrist European People's party will remain the largest group. But in France, Marine Le Pen and her far-right allies won twice as many seats as centrist President Emmanuel Macron's party. Italy's former Prime Minister Matteo Renzi, whose centre-left party failed to win any seats, joins the show from Rome, and journalist and author Christine Ockrent joins the show from Paris.

Also on today's show: Former Israeli Foreign Minister Tzipi Livni; author Ernesto Londoño

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D-Day, 80 Years of Defending Independence

Sat, 08 Jun 2024 17:34:00 -0000

This week we mark the 80th anniversary of the D-Day landings, a turning point in history, and a triumph of democracy over tyranny. Today, with war raging again in Europe, its legacy is more important than ever. We start the show with actor Tom Hanks, who has been pivotal in bringing Second World War stories to life. Christiane asks Hanks about the legacy of the Greatest Generation, and why it is so important to remember the price of freedom.

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Biden, Amanpour in France

Fri, 07 Jun 2024 18:36:01 -0000

President Joe Biden spoke today from Pointe De Hoc in France, where 80 years ago, 225 US rangers faced withering gunfire to claim a small patch of territory that became a crucial step in reclaiming Europe from the Nazis. In Paris, Biden met with Ukrainian President Volodymir Zelensky and apologized for delaying a critical aid package which was help up by Republicans in congress. Christiane Amanpour joins the show from Paris, where she has been reporting from the D-Day commemorations.

Also on today's show: Joint Chiefs Chairman Gen. CQ Brown; Sudanese researcher Kholood Khair & New York Times correspondent Declan Walsh; Arizon Secretary of State Adrian Fontes

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Remembering D-Day 80 Years Later

Thu, 06 Jun 2024 18:18:39 -0000

On June 6th 1944, the allied forces landed on the Omaha Beach in Normandy, breaking through the Nazi’s Atlantic wall. At huge cost they turned the tide of World War II and began the liberation of Europe: a moment of time forever immortalised as D-Day. US President Joe Biden and French President Emmanuel Macron led the 80th anniversary commemorations in Normandy today and stood beside those world leaders were soldiers past and present – including members of that greatest generation who fought on the beaches all those years ago. Christiane is joined in Normandy by NATO’s Supreme Allied Commander, General Christopher Cavoli.

Also on today's show: D-Day veteran Jake Larson; actor/filmmaker Tom Hanks; sculptor Anilore Banon

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Biden's Controversial Border Ban

Wed, 05 Jun 2024 19:16:57 -0000

Joe Biden's controversial executive action on migrants who cross the southern border illegally came into effect overnight. Biden says he was left with "no choice," blaming Republicans for blocking a bipartisan border deal. It's a huge shift for the democratic party, who for years criticized President Trump's policy on immigration. Andrea Flores was a former adviser to President Obama and President Biden on immigration policy and she joined the program from Washington.

Also on today's show: Correspondent Melissa Bell; "The Cranes Call" Director Laura Warner & Exec Producer Evan Williams; Debbie Walsh, Director, Center for American Woman and Politics

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Ceasefire Hopes Dwindling

Tue, 04 Jun 2024 18:32:22 -0000

In Israel, any hopes for a ceasefire deal appear to be dwindling. President Biden announced on Friday that the latest ceasefire plan had come from Israel, and was welcomed by Hamas – and yet, Netanyahu is vowing to continue the war until Hamas is destroyed. All of this is creating an understandable air of confusion. Meanwhile on the ground in Gaza, the death toll has surpassed 36,400 and the situation for those held captive worsens. To unpack all of this, Haaretz columnist and Netanyahu biographer Anshel Pfeffer joins the show from Jerusalem.

Also on today's show: Washington Post columnist Barkha Dutt; correspondent Gustavo Valdes; author R. Derek Black

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Mexico Elects its First Female President

Mon, 03 Jun 2024 18:54:42 -0000

It's a breakthrough moment for Mexican women as former Mexico City Mayor Claudia Sheinbaum is elected the country's first female president. While the result is undoubtedly historic, many see her as the continuity candidate -- Sheinbaum is the protege of the popular outgoing president Andres Manuel Lopez Obrador -- and are concerned that while she will continue his popular anti-poverty measures, she may also inherit some of his anti-democratic efforts as well as his failure to rein in violence. Mexican scholar and public policy analyst Viri Rios joins the program to discuss.

Also on today's show: Tessa Dooms, Program Director for Rivonia Circle, a South African NGO; Åsne Seierstad, Author, "The Afghans"; TV host George Stephanapoulos

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John Legend Explores Afghanistan’s Music Revolution

Sat, 01 Jun 2024 16:45:30 -0000

In the wake of the murder of Nicole Brown Simpson, her sisters set the record straight on her legacy in a new documentary and relive the moment O.J. was acquitted of her murder. Also, John Legend joins to discuss Afghanistan’s answer to American Idol and cultural revolution through music. Then our roundtable conversation on the big stories of the week. Plus, a retrospective on the development of the atomic bomb with one of the few remaining survivors from the Hiroshima blast.

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Former US Acting Solicitor General Neal Katyal on Trump Conviction

Fri, 31 May 2024 21:37:54 -0000

Splashed across newspapers the world over is the historic news of the first-ever criminal conviction of a former US president. Former US Acting Solicitor General Neal Katyal joins the show to discuss the facts of the case and what happens next.

Also on today's show: Norm Eisen, former House Judiciary Special Counsel in Trump’s first impeachment trial; David Urban, Republican strategist; Sarah Longwell, Executive Director, Republicans Against Trump; Tim Naftali, Presidential Historian

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Impact of Israeli Offensive in Rafah

Thu, 30 May 2024 18:44:39 -0000

As Israeli troops take control of Rafah’s strategic Philadelphi Corridor, correspondent Jeremy Diamond reports on the human toll of the military offensive.

Also on today's show: Nick Maynard, a British surgeon recently returned from Gaza; Grammy Award-winning musician John Legend; Federal Reserve Bank of Chicago President/CEO Austan Goolsbee

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US Senator Chris Van Hollen on Gaza

Wed, 29 May 2024 18:21:45 -0000

As humanitarian concerns abound regarding the dire situation in Gaza, satellite images show that a much-touted US pier intended to deliver aid has been completely broken up in rough seas over the weekend. Democratic Senator Chris Van Hollen, who sits on the Foreign Relations Committee, has been a vocal critic of Israel’s conduct in Gaza and has repeatedly called for more humanitarian aid. He joins Christiane to discuss the US stance on the conflict.

Also on today's show: Marking the 30th anniversary of the murder of Nicole Brown Simpson and her friend Ronald Goldman, Christiane speaks with Nicole's sisters Denise, Dominique and Tanya

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Israel Moves in on Central Rafah

Tue, 28 May 2024 18:36:45 -0000

Eyewitnesses report Israeli tanks are moving in on central Rafah for the first time since the assault on the city began in early May. This comes after a deadly airstrike there that killed at least 45 people and injured more than 200, which Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu called “a tragic error." Global condemnation was swift: France, the EU and other governments call on Israel to immediately halt all Rafah operations. Correspondent Jeremy Diamond is in Jerusalem to discuss the latest from Rafah.

Also on today's show: NATO Secretary-General Jens Stoltenberg; Songezo Zibi, Leader, Rise Mzansi party; Beeban Kidron, Member of the House of Lords; author Luis Miranda

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Latvian President Edgars Rinkēvičs

Mon, 27 May 2024 18:55:00 -0000

A "brutal attack." That's how Ukrainan President Volodymyr Zelensky described a deadly strike that killed at least 18 people in a busy shopping centre in Kharkiv this weekend. Russian troops continue their advance in the east, stepping up their bombing campaign and leaving a trail of destruction. Latvia shares a border with Russia, and the country's President Edgars Rinkēvičs joins Christiane in London.

Also on today's show: Matthew Hollingworth / WFP Palestine Country Director; Jelani Cobb / Dean, Columbia Journalism School

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Why Focusing on Abusers Instead of Survivors Misses the Point

Sat, 25 May 2024 17:00:00 -0000

Survivors, not statistics: We start with the persistent and pernicious violence against women, and the lack of action and accountability to protect them. This week two more women accused rapper Sean "Diddy" Combs of sexual assault. This comes after CNN obtained sickening video of Combs attacking his girlfriend Cassie Ventura in 2016. Christiane speaks with a transatlantic panel of women: attorney Gloria Allred, along with Lejla Dauti and April Hernandez Castillo, who are both survivors and advocates.

Then, how journalists “operate in a disinformation ecosystem” is a “defining issue,” as the world heads into a wave of critical elections, says Columbia Journalism School Dean Jelani Cobb.

Meantime, Former US State Department Senior Advisor and historian Vali Nasr discusses the succession crisis in Iran after the sudden death of its president. “Moving towards the middle gives more room for the US to engage Iran,” he says.

From the Amanpour Archive this week: When ex-Yugoslav President Slobodan Milosevic became the first sitting head of state to be tried by an international criminal tribunal.

And, in our Letter from London, the best-selling Israeli author and historian Yuval Noah Harari asks whether the Middle East can ever escape the "Israeli-Palestinian trap."

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Should Ukraine Target Russia with US Weapons?

Fri, 24 May 2024 18:17:06 -0000

As Ukraine pleads for weapons, Russia has again struck Kharkiv with missiles, killing at least seven civilians. Kharkiv and the surrounding region is now the centre of this war. President Volodymyr Zelensky blames Western hesitation for the country's weakness, restricting where and how Kyiv can use NATO weapons. According to the New York Times, a debate is raging in the White House over allowing Ukraine to fire US weapons into Russia and after a “sobering” trip, US Secretary of State, Anthony Blinken, plans to change US policy. Earlier this month the United Kingdom gave Kyiv permission to target Russia with its weapons. Andrea Kendall-Taylor, senior fellow and director at the Center for a New American Security, joins Bianna Golodryga to discuss the potential ramifications of these decisions.

Also on today's show: Susan Glasser, Staff Writer, The New Yorker; best-selling author Amor Towles; Meryl Streep & Tom Hanks (from the archives)

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Irish Prime Minister Simon Harris

Thu, 23 May 2024 18:33:00 -0000

Diplomatic isolation is mounting on Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu. This week began with the ICC seeking indictments for him and his defense minister. That was followed by Ireland, Norway and Spain formally recognizing Palestine as a state. Christiane speaks to the Irish Prime Minister Simon Harris on his nation’s policy and the intractable Israel-Palestinian catastrophe.

Also on today's show: Mustafa Barghouti, President, Palestinian National Initiative; Avner Gvaryahu, Executive Director, Breaking The Silence; Aaron Tang, Professor of Law, UC Davis

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Spanish Foreign Minister Jose Manuel Albares

Wed, 22 May 2024 18:45:49 -0000

Three European leaders today made a major diplomatic move, to recognize Palestinian statehood. Spain, Norway and Ireland say the decision is an important step toward peace. Israel reacted right away, recalling its ambassadors from all three countries. Spain’s Foreign Minister Jose Manuel Albares joined the program from Madrid.

Also on today's show: attorney Gloria Allred, survivor/advocate Lejla Dauti, survivor/advocate April Hernandez Castillo; author Aisha Beliso-De Jesus

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Israeli Author and Historian Yuval Noah Harari

Tue, 21 May 2024 18:25:47 -0000

Yesterday's action by the ICC action targeting both Israeli and Hamas leaders for war crimes and crimes against humanity has prompted furious condemnation from Israel and the United States, but France and Belgium have broken with these allies by supporting the court. Bestselling Israeli author and historian Yuval Noah Harari has been thinking deeply on his homeland and the possibility of peace between Israelis and Palestinians even now, asking in a Financial Times op-ed "Is there a way out of the Israeli-Palestinian trap?." He joins the show in London.

Also on today's show: Chef Fadi Kattan, Author, "Bethlehem: A Celebration of Palestinian Food"; Steven Johnson, Author, "The Infernal Machine"

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Exclusive: ICC Chief Prosecutor Karim Khan

Mon, 20 May 2024 19:21:28 -0000

Today, the International Criminal Court’s Chief Prosecutor Karim Khan told Christiane he is seeking warrants for three Hamas leaders for crimes committed during the October 7th attacks on Israel. The ICC is also seeking arrest warrants for Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and Defense Minister Yoav Gallant, citing the subsequent war in Gaza. Karim Khan explains his decision to Christiane in an exclusive interview.

Also on today's show: Geoffrey Nice, lead prosecutor at the trial of Slobodan Milošević; Michael Oren, former Israeli Ambassador to the US

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Ex-NATO Chief: Ukraine Must Win, Not Just Survive

Sat, 18 May 2024 16:35:05 -0000

Supported by China, armed by North Korea and Iran, Putin tightens his anti-America alliance. A former NATO chief says the West should make sure Ukraine doesn’t just hang on, but win the war. Plus, caught between Russia and the West, the president of Georgia says Putin is using Soviet-era subterfuge to pull her country back into the Kremlin’s orbit. Also, a Bethlehem-born chef on celebrating Palestinian food but struggling to cook while his people are starved in Gaza.

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Israeli Army Finds Bodies of Three Hostages in Tunnels in Gaza

Fri, 17 May 2024 20:00:00 -0000

Today, IDF spokesperson Daniel Hagari announced that the Israeli army found the bodies of three hostages in tunnels in Gaza. It is thought over a hundred hostages are still held by Hamas. Correspondent Nic Robertson joins the show to tell us more.

While the world’s attention is focused on the war in Gaza, there’s been a spike in violence in the occupied West Bank. Since October 7, the United Nations Office for the Coordination of Humanitarian Affairs has recorded at least 800 Israeli settler attacks against Palestinians in the West Bank that resulted in casualties or property damage. Now, a years-long investigation by the New York Times finds that violent factions within the Israeli settler movement have come to pose a threat to Palestinians in the Occupied Territories, and to Israel’s democracy. Journalist Ronen Bergman helped to lead the investigation, spending years investigating extremist violence. He joins the show from Tel Aviv.

Plus, Walter Isaacson talks with author Kristin Hannah and more.

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Zelensky On The Front Lines

Thu, 16 May 2024 21:15:00 -0000

U.S. Secretary of State Antony Blinken is wrapping up his trip to Ukraine. While there, America’s top diplomatic pledged two billion dollars of aid to help build up the country’s defense industry. And throughout his trip, he has been trying to reassure Kyiv of Washington’s support. Words that hide a bitter truth, the 7 months of U.S. delay in sending military aid has left Ukraine’s troops over-stretched and under-armed. And it couldn’t come at a worse time, with Russia pushing against multiple fronts including Ukraine’s second largest city, Kharkiv.

President Zelensky has been on those front lines assessing the situation along with his Defense Minister Rustem Umerov, who joined the program from his car.

Plus, Retired US General Wesley Clark, Israeli author David Grossman and Anton Ptushkin, director of "Saving The Animals of Ukraine."

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A War Against Children

Wed, 15 May 2024 18:56:00 -0000

Palestinians have been marking the 76th anniversary of the Nakba, or catastrophe, when more than 700,000 were expelled or fled during Israel’s War of Independence in 1948. This year's observations come amid acute pain for both, since the October 7th massacres in Israel, and the mass death and destruction in Gaza. Correspondent Jomana Karadsheh joins the show, to talk about this and brings us her report on her visit with injured children in Doha.

Also for today's show: Michael Froman, President, Council on Foreign Relations; Geoff Duncan, Former Georgia Lieutenant Governor; Frank Bruni, Author, “The Age of Grievance”

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Georgian President Salome Zourabichvili

Tue, 14 May 2024 18:25:48 -0000

Georgia's future is hanging in the balance. The former Soviet republic has seen mass protests for weeks, coming to a head today as riot police clashed with pro-European demonstrators after its parliament passed a controversial "foreign agents" bill which critics say mirrors a law in Russia used to crack down on any opposition, dissent, and NGOs. Georgia's president Salome Zourabichvili joins the program from Tbilisi.

Also on today's show: Andriy Zagorodnyuk, former Ukrainian Defense Minister; David Herszenhorn, Russia, Ukraine Editor, The Washington Post; Reza Aslan; Author, "A Kids Book About Israel & Palestine"

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Former Head Of Israeli Defense Intelligence General Amos Yadlin

Mon, 13 May 2024 18:32:14 -0000

It is Memorial Day in Israel, more solemn this year in the shadow of October 7th, when more than 1,200 people were killed and hundreds taken hostage by Hamas. But also, a more divisive time than usual, as government ministers are booed and heckled over their war in Gaza, now in its eighth month, where more than 35,000 Palestinians have been killed. With no ceasefire or hostage deal in sight, it is unclear what the Israeli government’s plan is. Major General Amos Yadlin is the former Chief of Israeli Military Intelligence. He joins Christiane from Tel Aviv.

Also on today's show: Arwa Damon, President and founder, INARA; former White House Press Secretary Jen Psaki; author Ray Suarez

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Abuse Alleged At Secret Israeli Prison

Fri, 10 May 2024 18:55:33 -0000

First: Correspondent Matthew Chance's exclusive report about allegations of abuse at a secret Israeli military prison.

Plus: A defiant Benjamin Netanyahu pushes back at Joe Biden as Palestinians flee Rafah in fear of a looming israeli attack.

And: A new Human Rights Watch report says militants have committed crimes against humanity in Sudan.

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Biden Issues Warning To Netanyahu

Thu, 09 May 2024 19:06:05 -0000

First: Asked about Israel's expected incursion into Rafah, President Biden replied, "If they go into Rafah I'm not supplying the weapons they've used historically." Senator Chris Van Hollen gives us his reaction to this major policy shift.

Plus: Ukrainian defense is being bombarded from the air as it waits for crucial military aid. We get the latest from General Ben Hodges.

And: It's victory day in Russia as Putin begins his fifth term as president. But what's the mood like behind the pomp and propaganda?

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US Pauses Bomb Shipment To Israel

Wed, 08 May 2024 18:53:04 -0000

The US pauses a bomb shipment to Israel over their potential use in the Rafah offensive. As fears of a wider war between Israel and Iran persist, so do the nuclear concerns. Bianna speaks with the head of the International Energy Agency. And as the world remembers the victims of the Holocaust, she's joined by a survivor of that atrocity.

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Ceasefire Deal In Jeopardy

Tue, 07 May 2024 18:53:00 -0000

As a ceasefire deal stalls, and fears of an Israeli incursion in Rafah, Bianna Golodryga speaks with Haretz journalist Amos Harel.

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Hamas Accepts Gaza Ceasefire Proposal

Mon, 06 May 2024 18:42:37 -0000

Just as today's show begins we receive breaking news that Hamas has accepted a ceasefire proposal by Egypt and Qatar which seeks to halt the seven-month war with Israel in Gaza.

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College Campus Crisis, Crackdown

Sat, 04 May 2024 16:32:00 -0000

We begin with the biggest anti-war protests on American college campuses since Vietnam. Christiane speaks with Afua Hirsch, a journalism professor at the University of Southern California, who questions whether some colleges really understand the concept of free speech.

Also on today's show: Rabbi Sharon Brous, Columbia University professor Tim Wu, former Reagan Republican Robert Kagan

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Northwestern University President Michael Schill

Fri, 03 May 2024 19:10:51 -0000

From Paris to Sydney, students across the world are joining protests over the war in Gaza. Northwestern’s leader Michael Schill is one of the few who engaged with students and managed to strike a deal. The agreement is being hailed as a success by some, but also facing backlash. Schill joined the program from Evanston, Illinois.

Also on today's show: Jodie Ginsberg, CEO, Committee to Protect Journalists; acclaimed photographer Platon; Brad Wilcox, Author, “Get Married”

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Senator Bernie Sanders

Thu, 02 May 2024 18:44:56 -0000

College campus protests over the Israel-Hamas war have been spreading across the United States, and more than 1,800 people have been arrested. While the demands by students vary somewhat, they are calling for a ceasefire, and many demand their colleges divest from companies that support Israel. Senator Bernie Sanders has been outspoken about these protests and he joined the program from Washington, DC.

Also on today's show: Douglas Belkin, Higher Education Reporter, Wall Street Journal; author Sathnam Sanghera

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Rabbi Sharon Brous

Wed, 01 May 2024 19:19:15 -0000

In the US, police have again moved on campuses from coast to coast: over a thousand people have been arrested from more than 25 colleges. At the heart of it all is a mostly peaceful protest against a dire situation in Gaza and a deep dissatisfaction with US policy in the region. Rabbi Sharon Brous is the founder of IKAR, an influential progressive Jewish congregation in Los Angeles. Last week, she visited both Columbia and UCLA to visit the protests, and she speaks to Christiane from L.A. to share her experience.

Also on today's show: Sanam Vakil, Director, Middle East and North Africa Program, Chatham House; Kenneth Stern, Director, Bard Center for the Study of Hate / Author, “The Conflict over the Conflict”

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Palestinian Observer to the UN Riyad Mansour

Tue, 30 Apr 2024 22:59:43 -0000

As the fate of Israeli hostages and a Gaza ceasefire hangs in the balance. Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu told hostage families that, deal or no deal with Hamas, Israel's offensive on Rafah is going ahead. With the prospect of a ceasefire dim at best, even as the US Secretary of State crisscrosses the region, Christiane reached Riyad Mansour in New York. He's the Palestinian Observer to the UN, appointed by the Palestinian Authority President Mahmoud Abbas.

Also on today's show: author Robert Kagan; Stuart Stevens, Senior Adviser, The Lincoln Project

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Israeli journalist Amit Segal

Mon, 29 Apr 2024 21:23:09 -0000

Hamas is set to meet negotiators in Cairo, as Egypt’s foreign minister calls for both sides to accept the proposal on the table: a two-step process over several weeks, involving hostage prisoner swaps, and some sort of pause in the fighting. But Israel has not yet agreed to the proposal, and prime minister Benjamin Netanyahu is being urged by his extreme right flank to send troops into Rafah. Christiane Amanpour speaks with Amit Segal, a right-wing political analyst close to Benjamin Netanyahu’s government.

Also on today's show: Isabella Ramirez, Editor in Chief, Columbia University Daily Spectator; Cameron Russell, Author, "How to Make Herself Agreeable to Everyone"

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“It’s Good To Have America Back,” Says Ukrainian FM

Sat, 27 Apr 2024 16:24:00 -0000

“Hallelujah.” Ukrainian Foreign Minister Dmytro Kuleba’s reaction, after the US finally approved military aid for its fight against Russia. But the six-month delay has cost countless lives, and hard-fought territory. Kuleba tells Christiane that "the era of peace in Europe is over." Meanwhile, the struggle of balancing free speech with safety is roiling colleges across the US. Salman Rushdie knows the importance of free speech better than most, since he nearly lost his life defending it. Our Letter from London this week features one of the world’s best-known photographers. Platon has spent decades up close and personal with the most influential figures of our era. From the Amanpour Archive this week, 30-years to the day since Nelson Mandela cast his first ever vote, we revisit an inspirational conversation with his private secretary Zelda La Grange. And finally, from hostage to hero: remembering American journalist Terry Anderson.

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An Untold Story in Afghanistan

Fri, 26 Apr 2024 18:58:00 -0000

They were scenes of utter desperation and chaos: thousands of Afghans crowded outside Kabul’s airport, as American troops withdrew and the Taliban swept the country in August 2021. In a congressional hearing last month, former Joint Chiefs Chairman General Mark Milley blamed the State Apartment for note ordering what’s known as a “noncombatant evacuation operation” sooner. It ended in tragedy for many at the airport, when an ISIS-K suicide attack killed more than 180 people, including 13 US servicepeople. For two years, the US military has maintained that these deaths were all from that single explosion – but new video evidence shows that there was far more gunfire than the Pentagon has ever admitted. Correspondent Nick Paton Walsh has this special report.

Also on today's show: actor Michael Stuhlbarg & Director Rupert Goold, "Patriots"; author Michael Arceneaux

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Legal Expert Emily Bazelon

Thu, 25 Apr 2024 19:26:00 -0000

America’s legal system is once again being tested by former President Donald Trump, who is accused of breaking multiple laws in multiple jurisdictions. In New York, his trial over alleged hush money payments continues today. At the same time, the Supreme Court hears oral arguments over his claim of presidential immunity. Emily Bazelon is a lecturer at Yale Law School and writes for New York Times Magazine. She joins Christiane to break this all down.

Also on today's show: Rose Gottemoeller, Former NATO Deputy Secretary-General; UK Labour MP Harriet Harman; Kate Manne, Author, "Down Girl: The Logic of Misogyny"

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UK Shadow Foreign Secretary David Lammy

Wed, 24 Apr 2024 18:57:00 -0000

After six months of Republican obstruction, President Biden today signed into law a massive foreign aid package with nearly $61 billion earmarked for Ukraine. But the months of inaction highlighted Ukraine’s vulnerability to western politics, as well as a worrying shortfall in defense production across NATO. That's why British Prime Minister Rishi Sunak announced plans to lift UK defense spending by almost a hundred billion dollars, investing 2.5% of GDP by 2030. Labour MP David Lammy could become the country's next foreign secretary and he's making a case for what he calls “progressive realism.” He joins Christiane to discuss.

Also on today's show: author Salman Rushdie; Anne Applebaum, Staff Writer, The Atlantic

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Chair of UNRWA Review Catherine Colonna

Tue, 23 Apr 2024 18:52:58 -0000

The desperate humanitarian situation in Gaza continues to worsen. Amidst this crisis the US, the UK and others are still withholding funding to UNRWA, the main relief agency there. This was in response to Israel’s claims that some UNRWA staff members took part in the Hamas atrocities of October 7th. An independent review headed up by former French Foreign Minister Catherine Colonna has concluded that UNRWA’s neutrality must be strengthened. She joins Christiane from New York to discuss her findings.

Also on today's show: David Vardanyan, whose father is imprisoned in Azerbaijan; historian Doris Kearns Goodwin; Ukranian conductor Oksana Lyniv

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Foreign policy experts Kori Schake and Nathalie Tocci

Mon, 22 Apr 2024 18:47:33 -0000

Opening arguments were heard today in the first ever criminal trial of an American president, as a jury of twelve detainees determines whether Donald Trump engaged in 2016 election interference over the payment of hush money to an alleged lover. This is happening just six months from the 2024 election where he is vying to get his old job back. Foes and allies of the United States around the world will be watching closely. To discuss all this, Christiane is joined by foreign policy experts Kori Schake and Nathalie Tocci.

Also on today's show: climate reporter/author Abrahm Lustgarten; Palestinian and Ukrainian Refugee / Peace Ambassador for One Young World Zoya El-Miari

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A clandestine war erupts into the open

Sat, 20 Apr 2024 17:28:33 -0000

We begin the show with the wider war nobody wants and the chain reaction playing out in the Middle East. With Israel and Iran’s decades-long shadow war now playing out in the open, the rules of engagement are being completely re-written. Christiane spoke to Britain’s former top spy John Sawers about the volatile situation. Meanwhile, in the absence of vital US aid for Ukraine, other allies are stepping in to fill the vacuum. The Czech Republic is now leading an international effort to deliver a million and a half artillery shells to Ukraine within a year. Czech President Petr Pavel - a former army general, and senior NATO official – joins Christiane from Prague. The world's biggest democratic exercise is underway in India as nearly a billion eligible voters decide whether Prime Minister Narendra Modi deserves a third term. CNN’s Will Ripley explains what’s at stake for this crucial US ally. Ukrainian Maestro Oksana Lyniv is a classical music trailblazer with a passion for conducting shaped by her life and the war in her homeland. Christiane met her at the New York Metropolitan Opera. From the Amanpour Archive this week, we revisit Christiane’s conversations with the stakeholders at the center of the aborted 2015 nuclear deal, which would have reshaped the Middle East as we know it. And, with military aid locked up in congress, Ukraine’s air defense crisis deepens by the day and Putin is pressing the advantage. Christiane asks Donald Trump's former Defense Secretary Mark Esper if he thinks GOP holdouts have fallen victim to Putin’s propaganda.

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Fmr Head of Israeli Defense Intelligence Maj. Gen Amos Yadlin

Fri, 19 Apr 2024 19:25:26 -0000

Just before sunrise in Iran, an Israeli strike targeted a military airbase in Isfahan, a retaliation against Tehran for attacking Israel over the weekend. Iran’s attack was itself a retaliation for an Israeli strike in Syria which killed several Iranian commanders. To discuss all this, retired Israeli General Amos Yadlin, former Head of Israeli Defense Intelligence, joins the show from Tel Aviv.

Also on today's show: Ray Takeyh, Senior Fellow, Council on Foreign Relations; 2022 Nobel Prize Laureate, Ukrainian human rights lawyer Oleksandra Matviichuk; climate expert/author Bill Weir

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Czech President Petr Pavel

Thu, 18 Apr 2024 19:46:13 -0000

It's a make-or-break moment for Ukraine, as the US Congress looks closer than ever to finally pushing through its long-stalled aid package. Without US support, Ukraine has had to rely on other allies – including the Czech Republic, which has pioneered an effort to buy ammunition for Kyiv from third countries. Last week, President Zelensky met with Czech President Petr Pavel in Vilnius. Since his election just over a year ago, Pavel has been one of the most outspoken European leaders on countering Russian aggression, warning that “if Ukraine fails, so will we.” As a former top NATO general, he knows the military realities and the threats from Russia better than most, and he joined the program from Prague.

Also on today's show: David Sanger, Author, “New Cold Wars”; Grammy award-winning composer Terence Blanchard

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Displaced Gazans attempt to return north

Wed, 17 Apr 2024 23:37:12 -0000

As Israel continues its war on Gaza, a strike on a refugee camp on Tuesday killed at least 13 people. Over half were children, according to hospital officials. The latest UN figures show that one child is injured or dies every 10 minutes there. Amongst all this, over the weekend in Gaza rumours of Palestinians being allowed to return home turned deadly. International correspondent Jomana Karadsheh reports on the chaos that unfolded as people attempted to go back north.

Also on today’s show: Tamir Hayman, Former IDF intelligence chief; Tareq Abu Azzoum, Correspondent, Al Jazeera English; Akbar Shahid Ahmed, Senior Diplomatic Correspondent, HuffPost

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Former US Defense Secretary Mark Esper

Tue, 16 Apr 2024 19:22:13 -0000

Israel's war cabinet met again today to weigh up a response to Iran's strike over the weekend. In Tehran, President Ebrahim Raisi warns even the smallest of actions would be met with a “severe, extensive and painful” response. The United States is urging caution and calm from both sides, Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin telling his Israeli counterpart that the US goal is "regional stability". Joining the program to discuss is former US Defense Secretary Mark Esper, who served under Donald Trump and has since become one of his fiercest critics.

Also on today's show: Iraqi Prime Minister Mohammed Shia al-Sudani; Irish Taoiseach (prime minister) Simon Harris; author Jonathan Vigliotti

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Fmr US Ambassador to Israel Daniel Kurtzer

Mon, 15 Apr 2024 18:25:08 -0000

Leaders from the US, UK and EU urge restraint as Israel mulls its response to Iran. America has made it clear it will not participate in a counterattack. Jordan accuses Israel of using this confrontation to take attention off Gaza. Iran’s missile and drone attack was heavily telegraphed and 99% intercepted by Israel and its allies, however it raises the question of how Israel would do in an all-out war, without allied participation. The United States remains desperate to prevent that region from descending into a much wider war. Former U.S. Ambassador to Israel and Egypt Daniel Kurtzer joins Christiane from Washington DC.

Also on today's show: Neal Katyal, Fmr U.S. Acting Solicitor General / Law Professor, Georgetown University; Eddie Glaude Jr., Author, “We Are the Leaders We Have Been Looking For” / Professor of African American Studies, Princeton University

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‘Not another nickel’ for Israel's war

Sat, 13 Apr 2024 21:47:14 -0000

Every week more and more Democrats are expressing frustration with American policy on Israel and the war in Gaza. Some heavyweights, including former House Speaker Nancy Pelosi, are now even joining the call for the U.S. to stop arms transfers to Israel. Senator Bernie Sanders has been one of the loudest voices on this issue. At 82 years old, he manages to be the voice of young liberals, and warns that if President Biden doesn't change tack on the Israel war, and doesn’t expand his economic policy for working families, he could lose in November. Senator Sanders joins Christiane from Washington.

Then, the unbelievable life story of the newly elected New York City Council Member Yusef Salaam. He was just 15 when he, and four other teens, were falsely accused of raping a jogger in central park in 1989. The media went all-out, assuming their guilt and the group became known as the "Central Park Five.” Salaam spent nearly seven years in prison for a crime he didn't commit. He and the others were exonerated after the real perpetrator confessed and submitted DNA to prove it. But Salaam refused to be beaten by bitterness, and began this year being sworn in as the councilor for Harlem. He speaks with Christiane about all of it as they sit down together in Manhattan.

This Sunday marks a decade since terror became reality in Chibok, Nigeria, sparking a global cry to 'bring back our girls', when nearly 300 innocent students were kidnapped by Boko Haram militants. Many of those taken have yet to return home. And kidnapping has become a recurring horror in the country. Now, CNN’s Stephanie Busari takes us to where tragedy unfolded, as part of CNN’s ongoing series on gender inequality called As Equals.

Also in this week's show, Bill Weir, CNN’s Chief Climate Correspondent who has spent years covering our warming planet, says there is still room for hope, despite all the despair surrounding climate change. His book , ‘Life as we know it (can be)’, goes on sale on April 16th. He joins Christiane in New York.

From the Amanpour Archive: With war raging in Gaza, the Israeli Palestinian conflict may feel more intractable than ever. Peace may feel like a distant possibility. But there was a time when Northern Ireland felt like that too. After decades of brutal sectarian conflict and terrorist violence, its leaders and its people bravely chose peace. And this week they celebrated 26 years since the Good Friday Agreement that secured it. It remains one of the United States' greatest diplomatic triumphs as President Bill Clinton and Senator George Mitchell brokered the talks. Along with British Prime minister tony Blair and Irish Prime Minister Bertie Ahern, and of course Northern Irish leaders themselves, they got the deal over the line. And last year, on its 25th anniversary Christiane travelled to Belfast to speak to Clinton, Blair, and Ahern. A peacemaker’s reunion. We revisit some of that historic conversation.

We end the hour with a little opera for the soul. And a history making show at the Met in New York. “Fire Shut Up In My Bones” by the Grammy-award winning trumpeter Terence Blanchard, made history as the first work by a Black composer at the Metropolitan Opera in its 138-year history. And now it's back. Christiane went to the Metropolitan Opera House to meet him.

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Making sense of Arizona's abortion battle

Fri, 12 Apr 2024 19:00:24 -0000

Arizona has become a flash point for America’s abortion-rights battle, as the Supreme Court there votes to uphold a Civil War-era law banning nearly all abortions. To discuss what happens now and how will this development impact people in Arizona and across America, law professor and author Mary Ziegler ("Abortion and the Law in America") joins the show.

Also on today's show: US Special Envoy to Sudan Tom Perriello; author Percival Everett

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Looking back at OJ Simpson

Thu, 11 Apr 2024 20:23:41 -0000

OJ Simpson has died from cancer at age 76. The former NFL star was the center of American attention in the mid-1990s, accused of brutally killing his ex-wife Nicole Brown Simpson and her friend Ron Goldman. Criminal defense attorney and legal analyst Joey Jackson and Ann Olivarius, an attorney who specializes in sexual harassment cases, join Christiane Amanpour to discuss.

Alson on today's show: Yusef Salaam, New York City Councilmember, former member of the Central Park Five; Juliette Kayyem, Former Assistant Secretary, Department of Homeland Security

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Vermont Senator Bernie Sanders

Wed, 10 Apr 2024 19:03:35 -0000

In the wake of October 7th, when Hamas murdered 1,200 Israelis, Senator Bernie Sanders spoke out in favor of Israel’s right to defend itself. But now he says Israel is violating international law, arguing “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.

Also on today's show: Michelle O’Neill, First Minister of Northern Ireland; global affairs journalist Emily Tamkin

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Former US Deputy Secretary of State Wendy Sherman

Tue, 09 Apr 2024 18:23:25 -0000

What leverage does America still yield, whether in Israel, in Ukraine, or beyond? And is it as good as its word? There is a rising sense that the values America says it represents in the world are not reflected in its actions. For decades, Wendy Sherman was at the center of the US foreign policy establishment. Serving under three Presidents and five Secretaries of State, Sherman was Antony Blinken’s top deputy until she retired last summer. She joins Christiane from Washington DC and helps us understand the answers to these questions.

Also on today's show: actor Michael Douglas; Judy Craymer, Director/Creator, "Mamma Mia"

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DO look up!

Mon, 08 Apr 2024 21:45:42 -0000

Across the Americas people looked up today, as a total solar eclipse journeyed across Mexico, toward the United States and Canada. The skies above delivered a huge communal opportunity across what can only be described as a bitterly divided country. As it started to pass across the Americas, physicist, mathematician, and author Brian Greene joined the program to discuss what made it so special.

Also on today's show: Sharone Lifschitz, Father held hostage in Gaza; David Autor, Ford Professor of Economics, MIT

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Is Israel any safer after six months of war?

Sat, 06 Apr 2024 17:04:54 -0000

This weekend marks six months since the most deadly attack in Israel’s history roiled the region and the world. On October 7th 2023, hundreds of Hamas fighters poured across the border from Gaza, killing 1,200 people and kidnapping some 250 men, women and children. Of the remaining hostages, 130 are still missing, with 34 of them presumed dead. Yyocheved Lifschitz and her husband Oded were just two of the Israelis taken captive. In an unforgettable moment seen around the world, Yocheved bid Shalom to her masked captor when she became one of the first Israelis to be released. But six months on, her 83-year-old husband's whereabouts and condition are unknown. Their daughter, Sharone Lifschitz, joins the show.

Then, he’s dubbed the Jon Stewart of the Arab world. Bassem Youssef is an Egyptian satirist forced into exile after years mocking his country’s ruling elite. After rebuilding his life and public image as an American citizen, the heart surgeon-turned comedian has found a new focus for his increasingly dark sense of humor - the bloodshed in Gaza. He took time out from his stand-up world tour to speak with Christiane.

From the Amanpour Archive: 30 years ago this week, the Rwanda genocide shocked the world. The West's inaction would become a stain on human history, despite repeated warnings from those on the ground. Christiane explains how a general's desperate pleas for help were ignored, as more than 800,000 people were slaughtered.

The countdown is on as total eclipse mania shifts into high gear in North America. But despite best laid plans, it could be hit-or-miss for millions of people if mother nature spoils the show. CNN Space Correspondent Kristin Fisher explains how science is set to meet spiritualism on Monday.

In our Letter from London this week, the musical that unleashed an ABBA-lanche on London's West End, and lit up hundreds of cities around the world. "Mamma Mia!" just passed a quarter-century milestone, making it one of London's longest running musicals of all time. Christiane asks the show's creator-producer Judy Craymer why audiences just can't get enough.

We end the hour with a milestone birthday. Jane Goodall, the world’s foremost expert on chimpanzees, turned 90 this week. Her pioneering research in the 1960s in a male-dominated field revolutionized primatology, when she documented chimps making and using tools in the wild. We revisit Christiane’s 2017 interview with Goodall, as they reflect on her remarkable life and legacy.

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Israel Minister of Economy & Industry Nir Barkat

Fri, 05 Apr 2024 19:08:06 -0000

A new IDF report blames "mistaken identification" for the airstrike on Monday that killed seven aid workers in Gaza. Joe Biden has given Benjamin Netanyahu an ultimatum - protect civilians and aid workers, or Washington could reign in its support. Within hours of their phone call, the Israeli leader announced additional aid routes. For Gazans, help cannot come fast enough as millions remain on the brink of starvation. Amid the growing international and domestic anger, Israeli economy minister Nir Barkat joined the show from New York.

Also on today's show: Temidayo Aganga-Williams, Former Senior Investigative Counsel, House January 6th Committee / Former Federal Prosecutor; Ari Wallach, Host, "A Brief History of the Future"

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Scream bloody murder

Thu, 04 Apr 2024 18:30:33 -0000

Almost one million people murdered in just one hundred days. It seems unfathomable, but that was the reality in Rwanda back in 1994 when militias and civilians from the country’s majority ethnic group, the Hutus, killed their Tutsi neighbors. Thirty years on, we take a look back at one of Christiane’s reports from 2008, when she returned to Rwanda to speak with some of those who have managed to find forgiveness since the genocide.

Also on today's show: Rwandan Human Rights Activist Paul Rusesabagina; author Sarah McCammon (“The Exvangelicals")

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Former US Ambassador to NATO Kurt Volker

Wed, 03 Apr 2024 18:59:00 -0000

Tomorrow marks 75 years since NATO’s creation and this anniversary comes at a critical time for the alliance, as it grapples with how to continue supporting the country battling for survival on its doorstep. Kurt Volker is a former US Ambassador to NATO and former US Special Representative for Ukraine, and he joins the show from Poland.

Also on today's show: comedian Bassem Youssef, whose wife has family in Gaza; Charlie Sykes, Founder and Former Editor-in-Chief, The Bulwark

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UN Emergency Relief Coordinator Martin Griffiths

Tue, 02 Apr 2024 23:32:58 -0000

Foreign aid workers feeding starving people are the latest to be killed in Israel’s war on Gaza. Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu called the deadly airstrike a “tragic accident,” which “happens in war,” and vowed to investigate. The seven who lost their lives worked for famed chef Jose Andres’ organization World Central Kitchen, they came from all over the world to help – Poland, Canada, Australia, the UK. One was Palestinian. As United Nations Humanitarian Chief Martin Griffiths has been a key figure in pressing for vital aid to Gaza. After three years in the role, advocating and acting all over the world’s conflict zones, he is stepping down in June due to ill health. His career with the UN, the British diplomatic service and many humanitarian organizations spanned decades. Martin Griffiths joined the program from Geneva, in his first interview since announcing his retirement from the UN.

Also on today's show: Evgenia Kara-Murza, Wife of jailed Russian Opposition Figure Vladimir Kara-Murza; Stephen Breyer, Retired Supreme Court Justice

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'Rise and Kill First' author Ronen Bergman

Mon, 01 Apr 2024 18:49:10 -0000

Iranian media is reporting that the country’s consulate in Syria has been destroyed in an airstrike, killing a senior commander in the revolutionary guard’s Quds force. The Iranian ambassador to Syria is claiming that Israel was behind the attack that killed at least five people. It comes as thousands of protestors gathered in cities across Israel in the largest demonstrations since October 7th. New York Magazine staff writer Ronen Bergman, author of "Rise and Kill First," joins the show from Tel Aviv.

Also on today's show: Palestinian poet Mosab Abu Toha; CNN correspondent Scott McLean; author Jonathan Haidt (“The Anxious Generation”)

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Putin’s pawns in the high-stakes game of hostage diplomacy

Sat, 30 Mar 2024 22:14:21 -0000

We begin this hour with Putin’s political pawns, and the dangerous hostage diplomacy at play in the Kremlin. It’s now a year since the Wall Street Journal reporter Evan Gershkovich became the first American journalist detained on espionage charges since the Cold War. Evgenia Kara-Murza, the wife of jailed Russian dissident Vladimir Kara-Murza, discusses the fight to free Russia's political prisoners.

In a significant sign of growing dissent inside the Biden camp over the Gaza crisis, US State Department staffer Annelle Sheline resigned in protest this week. She tells Christiane why her job to advocate for human rights had become impossible.

Then, Zahiro-Shahar Mor, whose elderly uncle is still captive in Gaza, accuses the Israeli government of misleading the public, and failing the remaining hostages.

Meanwhile, Elon Musk’s Starlink internet satellite system has become vital to Ukrainian troops, especially its drone pilots. But now it’s being used against them by Russian soldiers, who were never meant to have access to it. CNN's Nick Paton Walsh investigates how Russia appears to be bypassing US sanctions.

From the Amanpour Archive this week, Christiane's 2015 interview with Gloria Steinem, whose tireless advocacy and undercover journalism made her a global feminist icon.

And finally, after seeing his family's home destroyed in Gaza, and fleeing one bombing after another, Palestinian poet Mosab Abu Toha eventually found refuge in Egypt with his wife and children. Christiane asks Mosab to read a poem inspired by the life and home he left behind.

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'His story should be here'

Fri, 29 Mar 2024 20:09:04 -0000

The Wall Street Journal's front page is blank today, a huge void with a simple headline: "His Story Should Be Here." It marks one year since journalist Evan Gershkovich was arrested in Russia on espionage charges. Gershkovich’s parents campaign tirelessly for his release, and so do his colleagues and friends. Two of those friends, Polina Ivanova and Pjort Sauer, join the program live from Berlin to reflect on Evan, the year he missed out on, and their tireless campaign for his release.

Also on today's show: David Frum, Staff Writer, The Atlantic; Rafael Grossi, Director General, International Atomic Energy Agency

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Special Presidential Envoy for Hostage Affairs Roger D. Carstens

Thu, 28 Mar 2024 20:24:10 -0000

Abroad, alone, and locked away on trumped up charges, it's the stuff of nightmares. Yet for one year that has been the reality for Wall Street Journal reporter Evan Gershkovich, who is being held in a Russian prison on the charges of espionage. Charges he, and everyone who knows him, deny. Now, a Moscow court has extended his detention by three more months. At the same time in Gaza, more than a hundred hostages are still held captive after being taken during the brutal October 7th attack on Israel. Negotiations to release them -and build a ceasefire- have dragged on in Qatar for months. As the US Special Presidential Envoy for Hostage Affairs, Roger Carstens is at the heart of both these crises, and he joins the program to talk about it.

Also on today's show: correspondent Melissa Bell; Annelle Sheline, resigned in protest from US State Department; Widlore Mérancourt, Washington Post Reporter

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Atrocities in Myanmar

Wed, 27 Mar 2024 19:00:36 -0000

We start with the fallout from a brutal military coup in Myanmar, all but forgotten by the wider world, while atrocities playout in plain view. In a new investigation, correspondent Anna Coren examines videos that show two rebel PDF soldiers being tortured and killed, part of a pattern of horrific violence at the hands of the military, which they deny.

Also on today's show: Noah Feldman, Author, "To Be A Jew Today"; Vivek Murthy, US Surgeon General; Janti Soeripto, President, Save the Children US

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Former Trump supporter Anthony Scaramucci

Tue, 26 Mar 2024 19:02:00 -0000

Donald Trump made history when he became the first US President to be impeached twice, and now he's making history again, becoming the first former president to be criminally prosecuted. Anthony Scaramucci was once a dedicated Trump supporter and spent a notorious 11 days as the White House communications director. Since 2019, he has opposed the former president’s re-election and joins Christiane to discuss.

Also on today's show: actor Olivia Colman & director Thea Sharrock, "Wicked Little Letters"; author Charles Duhigg, "Supercommunicators"

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European policy chief Josep Borrell

Mon, 25 Mar 2024 19:27:24 -0000

We start tonight with terror and trauma around the globe. In Russia, four men from Tajikistan have been charged in the attack on the concert hall in Moscow which killed at least 137. Russia continues its assault on Ukraine with heavy missile attacks across the country. Meanwhile, in the Middle East the death toll in Gaza reaches over 32,000 amid fears of an Israeli offensive on Rafah. EU High Representative for Foreign Affairs and Security Policy Josep Borrel joins the program from Brussels to discuss the challenges ahead.

Also on today's show: Peter Pomerantsev, Author, “How to Win an Information War”; Christopher Lockyear, Secretary General, Médecins Sans Frontières; actor Regina King, "Shirley"

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Turning the global frown upside down with America's top-ranking doctor

Sat, 23 Mar 2024 16:51:23 -0000

We begin this hour with the very latest on the Moscow terror attack, and the Princess of Wales’ cancer diagnosis, from CNN's Fredrika Whitfield. Then, the pursuit of health and happiness, in an emotional conversation with America's highest-ranking doctor, Vivek Murthy. The US Surgeon General, who wears his heart on his sleeve talking about his own struggles with loneliness, was in London for the World Happiness Summit this week. He says unchecked social media is like driving without speed limits - and he’s worried young people are losing the muscle memory to make meaningful human connections in the real world. Meantime, Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu says he’s pressing ahead with plans to evacuate more than a million civilians from Gaza's southern city of Rafah, before ramping up his offensive on Hamas. Critics say it will only make the humanitarian catastrophe worse. This week the International Rescue Committee (IRC) called the imminent famine in Gaza "a profound failure of humanity," and "entirely preventable." IRC chief and former UK foreign secretary, David Miliband, joins the show. From the Amanpour Archive this week, the last Soviet leader’s lost legacy, and Russia’s path to dictatorship. We revisit Christiane’s 2012 conversation with Mikhail Gorbachev, and the legacy Putin has spent decades dismantling. And finally, the poison pen letter scandal that rocked Britain. Oscar-winning actress Olivia Colman and director Thea Sharrock discuss their new movie Wicked Little Letters, and the satisfaction that get from swearing.

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Evelyn Farkas on Ukraine

Fri, 22 Mar 2024 20:27:55 -0000

Evelyn Farkas is a former official of the US Defense Department and head of the McCain Institute. She joins Bianna Golodryga from Kyiv, which was struck by Russian missile strikes for the first time in six weeks yesterday, to talk about the feeling on the ground among Ukrainians and the support of the United States.

Also on today's show: Michael Froman, President, Council on Foreign Relations; Rodrigo García, Film Director / Son of Gabriel García Márquez; actor Ian McKellen

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Lithuanian Foreign Minister Gabrielius Landsbergis

Thu, 21 Mar 2024 20:15:21 -0000

Gabrielius Landsbergis is Lithuania’s Foreign Minister and one of Ukraine's fiercest allies. He has repeatedly chastised Western allies for doing far too little, too late for Kyiv. Landsbergis is currently in the United States to drum up urgent support for Ukraine and joins Christiane to discuss the current state of the war.

Also on today's show: Rafael Grossi, Director General, International Atomic Energy Agency; Ryan Calais Cameron, Playwright, “For Black Boys Who Have Considered Suicide When the Hue Gets Too Heavy”

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IRC chief David Miliband

Wed, 20 Mar 2024 21:15:07 -0000

Israeli military action continues to devastate the civilian population in Gaza. A three-day siege at Al-Shifa hospital is ongoing, though thousands are sheltering there. The IDF claims the site is being used by "senior Hamas terrorists," saying it's killed ninety of them. The bombardment is pushing Gaza towards a devastating humanitarian crisis: A UN-backed organization reports that half of Gaza, more than a million people, is on the brink of catastrophic hunger. David Miliband is President and CEO of the International Rescue Committee. He is a former British Foreign Secretary and is himself a child of holocaust refugees.

Also on today's show: Israeli Knesset member Ofer Cassif

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Inside one of the last trauma centers in Haiti's capital

Tue, 19 Mar 2024 20:23:02 -0000

On today’s program, we examine wars the international community is failing to contain, and the man-made famines they are creating. First to Haiti, where gangs rule, and national security forces are low on ammunition and leadership. Correspondent David Culver reports from inside a Port-Au-Prince hospital.

Also on today's show: Roberto Álvarez, Dominican Republic Foreign Minister; Raghad Jaraisy & Ofer Dagan, Co-Chief Executives, Sikkuy-Aufoq; Leslie Kaufman. Reporter, Bloomberg

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Six more years of Putin

Mon, 18 Mar 2024 19:45:10 -0000

With a record of 87% of the vote, Vladimir Putin won a landslide election in Russia, solidifying his grip on power and securing a fifth term. Correspondent Fred Pleitgen looks at Putin’s re-election and what six more years of his leadership mean for Russia and the rest of the world.

Also on today's show: Richard Haass, President Emeritus, Council on Foreign Relations; Andrew Weissmann; Former US Prosecutor & Co-Author, "The Trump Indictments: The Historic Charging Documents with Commentary"; Eric Klinenberg, Author, "2020: One City, Seven People, and the Year Everything Changed"

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Rubberstamping Putin's forever presidency

Sat, 16 Mar 2024 17:06:17 -0000

In Russia this weekend, an election that's more of a rubber-stamp on Putin’s eternal presidency. Any real opposition to him or his war in Ukraine has been brutally crushed - both inside and outside the country. Christiane speaks to John Sullivan - America’s ambassador to Moscow under Presidents Trump and Biden.

Meantime, with northern Gaza on the brink of famine, the first aid ship is arriving from Cyprus. And for the first time in weeks, a UN food convoy managed to reach Gaza city using a new military road. But experts say it's not nearly enough to stem the suffering. In a world exclusive interview, Queen Rania of Jordan tells Christiane how her country is helping get airdrops to starving people.

Then, Christiane speaks to NASA administrator Bill Nelson just after the latest SpaceX rocket launch. It is a critical time for NASA. Its just had its budget cut. Its Artemis manned moon mission is behind schedule. And now China and Russia are talking about a nuclear power plant on the lunar surface. Nelson explains how the moon's untapped resources will help us get to Mars - plus its search for a new crop of wannabe Martians!

From the Amanpour Archive this week: Christiane's report from 90s Haiti - and the country's unending cycle of violence and poverty - just before the US restored President Jean-Bertrand Aristide to power.

And finally, in our Letter from London, it's the return of a smash hit play the Guardian calls "a moving meditation on Black masculinity and Black life in Britain." It’s called “For Black Boys Who Have Considered Suicide When the Hue gets too heavy." It’s back in the West End after a sellout first run. That's where Christiane met playwright Ryan Calais Cameron.

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Political Analyst Dahlia Scheindlin

Fri, 15 Mar 2024 18:52:00 -0000

The majority of Israelis are in favor of early elections, according to Dahlia Scheindlin, a political analyst and pollster. As the government faces growing calls for change and international critics voice their concerns regarding Israeli leadership, the author of "The Crooked Timber of Democracy in Israel" joins Bianna Golodryga to discuss the future of Benjamin Netanyahu and Israeli democracy.

Also on today's show: singer/songwriter Paul Simon; author Cass R. Sunstein

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Pro-Ukraine Russian volunteers claim more success

Thu, 14 Mar 2024 18:42:35 -0000

Polls open this weekend in Russia for the presidential election, but the outcome isn’t in doubt. But Vladimir Putin is facing some resistance from his own people. Anti-Kremlin Russians based in Ukraine claim they’ve crossed into Russia and captured two villages. Matthew Chance reports.

Also on today's show: John Sullivan, Former US Ambassador to Russia; Sayeeda Warsi and David Baddiel, cohosts, “A Muslim and a Jew Go There” podcast; misinformation experts Claire Wardle & Sam Gregory

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Russia defense expert Dara Massicot

Wed, 13 Mar 2024 19:56:25 -0000

European partners are trying to get on the same page about how far they’ll go to help Ukraine and make up for the dire US shortfall. Meanwhile, the Kremlin is vastly out producing the west in ammunition and weapons production. Christiane speaks to defense expert Dara Massicot who says it’s a bad sign for Ukraine that Moscow is confident enough to accelerate its attacks ahead of the Russian election this weekend. And we take a look back at Christiane’s report for 60 Minutes from 1997, looking at the dire state of Russia’s army back then.

Also on today's show: Rod Nordland, Author, “Waiting for the Monsoon”; Bill Kristol, Editor-at-Large, the Bulwark

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Living hell for children in Haiti

Tue, 12 Mar 2024 18:39:54 -0000

Gang violence has ripped through the lives of children in Haiti. Speaking to a rape victim, a girl shot while playing, and a teen forced to burn bodies, Correspondent David Culver uncovers the violent reality of what is happening on the ground. His report is followed by a discussion with Haitian Democracy Activist and Writer Monique Clesca and Former US Ambassador to Haiti Pamela White.

Also on today's show: Dr. Cornelia Griggs, Author, "The Sky Was Falling"; Josh Tyrangiel, Artificial Intelligence Columnist, The Washington Post

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Queen Rania al Abdullah of Jordan

Mon, 11 Mar 2024 19:37:01 -0000

On Sunday, the United States and Jordan conducted another joint airdrop into northern Gaza. Jordan’s Queen Rania has been outspoken in defense of Gaza civilians and urging the United States and other Israeli allies to use all their leverage to end what she calls Israel’s “deliberate effort” to deprive those in need. Christiane speaks with Queen Rania exclusively from King Abdullah II Air Base in Jordan, just ahead of another airdrop.

Plus: Steve Coll, Author, “The Achilles Trap”; former NBA All-Star Rex Chapman, author the new memoir, “It’s Hard for Me to Live with Me”

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The Roe v. Wade ripple effect

Sat, 09 Mar 2024 18:07:04 -0000

With reproductive rights under attack in America, a world first as France makes abortion a constitutional right. CNN's Melissa Bell explains how US politics galvanized this history-making moment.

Then, Christiane asks French President Emmanuel Macron’s former minister for gender equality Marlène Schiappa if America’s reputation has been damaged abroad by turning back the clock on the right to choose.

Meantime, more than 110 Israeli hostages have been released from Hamas captivity since the war began. But 130 remain in Gaza - 99 of them believed still alive - but with no word of their condition. Chen Almog Goldstein lived to tell her harrowing story of survival in Hamas captivity. Her husband and eldest daughter were murdered in front of her, just before she and her three remaining children were kidnapped and taken to Gaza. She describes her torment, and tells Christiane why her captors wouldn’t let her cry.

Then, the US and Jordan airdropped food into Gaza this week, as the UN warned that widespread famine was now “almost inevitable.” Now parents in Gaza tell CNN their children are dying of hunger and dehydration. CNN’s Nada Bashir has their story.

It was a close call for the Ukrainian President this week, after a Russian missile exploded near his convoy. It was also a jolting reminder of just how dire the situation is. Nowhere is this war more real than on the frontlines, where Ukraine is rationing munitions while it waits for ammo and aid from the US. CNN's Nick Paton Walsh sees the struggle firsthand.

From the Amanpour Archive this week: shock therapy and poverty in capitalist-curious Russia, and how moonlighting as a taxi driver fueled Vladimir Putin’s rise to power.

And finally, ahead of the Academy Awards, Christiane revisits her interview with Mstyslav Chernov the director of 20 Days in Mariupol, which is odds-on favorite to win best documentary. If we don't report “the reality of war,” he tells Christiane, “it becomes acceptable.”

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Analyzing Biden's high-stakes SOTU

Fri, 08 Mar 2024 19:33:23 -0000

After a week in which the election race was all but confirmed as a Biden-Trump rematch, pundits - and likely many voters - were listening and watching closely to the current president's State of the Union address. They were met with a fiery address, as Biden weaved between issues including the economy, the border, the Middle East, and even his own age. So, have Democratic fears been allayed? What does the address signal for the next 8 months of campaigning? Anat Shenker-Osorio is a political communication strategist, who joins the show from California.

Also on today's show: Rachel Cockerell, Author, “Melting Point”; Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie, Author, "Americanah"; Charan Ranganath, Author, “Why We Remember”

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The moral duty to bring Israeli hostages home

Thu, 07 Mar 2024 19:45:27 -0000

On this day five months ago, Hamas stormed out of Gaza and into Israel. Israel says they murdered 1,200 people and took 240 others hostage. Across Israel, families are taking to the streets to demand that their government prioritizes their release – among them is Chen Almog-Golstein, who knows the plight of hostages better than almost anyone. Chen witnessed her husband and her eldest daughter’s murders in their home by Hamas on October 7th. She and her three youngest children were then kidnapped and held for 51 hellish days in Gaza. She joined Christiane to speak about that experience and the moral duty to do everything possible to bring home those still being held in Gaza.

Also on today's show: Suzanne Nossel, CEO, PEN America Center

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Starvation in Gaza

Wed, 06 Mar 2024 20:12:20 -0000

In Gaza, the most vulnerable are paying the cost of Israel’s war to avenge the October 7th Hamas attack. Aid agencies say children are facing "extreme malnutrition" and dehydration. 15 have already died because of it, according to the ministry of health. Right now, parents are saying goodbye to their sons and daughters, as correspondent Nada Bashir reports.

Also on today's show: Fania Oz-Salzberger, History Professor Emeritus, University of Haifa; Sophia Scott, Director, "Tomorrow's Freedom" & Arab Barghouthi, Son of Palestinian politician Marwan Barghouti; Mona Charen, Policy Editor, The Bulwark

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Palestinian Authority Caretaker PM Mohammad Shtayyeh

Tue, 05 Mar 2024 19:00:00 -0000

After formally resigning as Palestinian Prime Minister last week, Mohammad Shtayyeh is staying on as caretaker until a permanent replacement is announced. He joins the show from Ramallah.

Also on today's show: Dalia Hatuqa, Independent Journalist & Oren Persico, Staff Writer, The Seventh Eye; Marcela Valdes, Staff Writer, The New York Times Magazine

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Former Israeli Prime Minister Ehud Barak

Mon, 04 Mar 2024 19:31:20 -0000

Israel refuses to send a delegation to ceasefire talks in Cairo, where Egyptian, Qatari and US mediators are meeting. Former Israeli Prime Minister Ehud Barak has been a prominent critic of the Israeli government’s handling of this war and recently called for early general elections in Israel. He joins the show from Tel Aviv.

Also on today's show: Daiana Al-Bukhari, Displaced Palestinian living in Rafah; Susan Glasser, Staff Writer, The New Yorker; Reiko Hillyer, Author, “A Wall is Just a Wall”

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UN says Gazans forced to eat animal feed to survive. Now even that is running out.

Sat, 02 Mar 2024 18:03:00 -0000

The impact of the war in Gaza is ratcheting up on Israel, the US, and on the people of Gaza themselves. More than 30,000 are now dead - an unthinkable toll of Israel's offensive, since the October 7th Hamas attack. In an astonishing insight, UNRWA Chief Philippe Lazzarini tells Christiane the looming famine there is now so bad, that some people have been eating animal feed to survive. Now even that is running out. Then, the head of the Norwegian Refugee Council Jan Egeland tells Christiane that he is “shaken” by the “horrific conditions” he's seeing firsthand in Gaza. “We're really, really overstretched in this ocean of needs,” he says.

Meantime, Donald Trump reportedly has an old friend in town next week - Hungary's far-right leader Viktor Orban. They will have plenty to agree on, like their affinity with Vladimir Putin who Orban has courted publicly, and Trump has praised for his “strong control” of Russia. How will authoritarianism and Trump's admiration for these so-called strong men play with voters in November? Mary Trump, the ex-president's niece and clinical psychologist, gives Christiane her diagnosis on Trump’s “strongman syndrome.”

Then, CNN's Will Ripley sees firsthand the deadly game of cat and mouse playing out with China off Taiwan's coast.

Also this hour, President Biden turned the hysteria about his age on its head this week, by attacking the advancing years of his political adversary, Donald Trump - who is only four years his junior. Media critic, columnist and academic Margaret Sullivan says enough is enough with the herd mentality coverage of Biden’s age, because this election is about much more than “chasing clicks”.

In the Amanpour Archive, the moment Christiane witnessed people dodging sniper fire for the chance to find whatever fresh food they could during the 1990's siege of Sarajevo, which ended 28 years ago this week.

And finally, in the week that saw U.S. presidents both past and present at the Texas border - where the immigration crisis is a top election issue - a brand new HBO documentary delves into the often-dark history of the Lone Star State. "God Save Texas" is an adaptation of the book by the same name from Pulitzer Prize-winning author and journalist Lawrence Wright. He tells Christiane why Texas is so emblematic of the struggles at play in America ahead of the presidential election.

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Russian opposition journalist Mikhail Fishman

Fri, 01 Mar 2024 19:33:02 -0000

Thousands of Russians lined the streets to honor opposition leader Alexey Navalny two weeks after his death. Mikhail Fishman is a Russian journalist who knew Navalny well. He anchored a popular news program on opposition station “TV Rain,” until he had to flee Russia two years ago. Mikhail Fishman spoke to Bianna Golodryga about Navalny’s death, and about his hopes for freedom in Russia.

Also on today's show: Pulitzer Prize-winning author Hisham Matar; Bao Nguyen, Director, “The Greatest Night in Pop” & Tom Bahler, Vocal Arranger, “We Are the World”

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Netanyahu Special Adviser Mark Regev

Thu, 29 Feb 2024 19:51:00 -0000

More than one hundred people have been killed while gathered around food aid trucks in Gaza city, according to the Ministry of Health there. Despite disputed timelines, Israeli forces say they did open fire. This comes in the context of a dire humanitarian situation in Gaza, where the UN says over half a million people are "one step away from famine." Mark Regev is special adviser to Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, and he joins the show from Tel Aviv.

Also on today's show: Kara Swisher, Author, “Burn Book”; Marie Arana, Author, “Latinoland”; Josh Paul, Former US State Department Official

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UNRWA Commissioner-General Philippe Lazzarini

Wed, 28 Feb 2024 19:51:09 -0000

One of the key groups responsible for providing humanitarian assistance in Gaza is the United Nations Relief and Works Agency (UNRWA), whose leader is sounding the alarm about what he calls a “man-made disaster.” But UNRWA itself has come under intense criticism recently, after the Israeli government alleged that 12 of its staff in Gaza were involved in the October 7th attacks on Israel. As a result, over a dozen countries suspended funding, including the United States, its largest donor. Philippe Lazzarini is the Commissioner-General of UNRWA and he joins the show from Jerusalem.

Also on today’s show: Lawrence Wright, Author & Executive Producer, “God Save Texas”; Dr. Jonathan Metzl, Author, “What We’ve Become”

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Norwegian Refugee Council head Jan Egeland

Tue, 27 Feb 2024 19:38:00 -0000

There are major disagreements about a possible agreement for a ceasefire between Israel and Hamas. The death toll in Gaza is fast approaching 30,000. And the U.N. warns of a looming famine as the World Food Program says it's suspended its aid deliveries amid a "collapse of civil order." Jan Egeland, head of the Norwegian Refugee Council, a major humanitarian organization, is in Gaza for the first time since the October 7th Hamas slaughter of Israelis. He joins the show from Rafah.

Also on today's show: Christiane reports from Bucha; actor Jodie Foster; author Alexander Ward

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Behind the stunning Palestinian resignations

Mon, 26 Feb 2024 19:27:37 -0000

The Palestinian Authority Prime Minister and his entire government have handed in their resignations to President Mahmoud Abbas. It is a stunning shakeup that raises even more questions about the future of Gaza and what the Palestinian leadership could look like after the war. Axios journalist Barak Ravid joins the show to discuss what could be next for the Palestinian leadership.

Also on today's show: Khaled Elgindy, Senior Fellow, Middle East Institute / Author, "Blindspot: America and the Palestinians, from Balfour to Trump"; Nathalie Loiseau, MEP, Renew Europe Group / Chair of the Sub-committee on Security and Defense / Former French Minister for European Affairs; Muhammad Yunus, Nobel Peace Prize winner; Michele Norris, Author, "Our Hidden Conversations" / Founder, The Race Card Project

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Ukraine's resolve challenged after two years of Putin's relentless war

Sat, 24 Feb 2024 18:53:36 -0000

After two years of bipartisan pledges to help for as long as it takes, Ukraine's future is more uncertain than ever - as Congress dithers and an opportunistic Putin plots his next move. Christiane is on location in Kyiv for what could be a turning point in the war. Christiane finds the mood on streets has changed dramatically since her last visit. There is still the unity of purpose from people and government officials. But there is also a feeling of high anxiety, as Russia ramps up military pressure and the flow of allied military aid is reduced to a trickle. Ukraine’s Foreign Minister Dmytro Kuleba tells Christiane that weapons delays are to blame for Russia's biggest strategic win in months. Then, U.S. Under Secretary of State Victoria Nuland just got back from Ukraine, where she met with senior government officials and wounded warriors. She has been at the heart of America's Russia policy for decades, serving in a variety of critical posts, including Ambassador to NATO. Christiane asks Nuland if - and when - she thinks Congress will send Ukraine the urgently needed aid that it promised. From the Amanpour Archive this week, the pro-democracy Ukrainian president poisoned in an assassination attempt, running against a pro-kremlin candidate. Hear Christiane’s 2005 conversation with Viktor Yushchenko, and the ghastly foretelling of the fate of Putin’s nemesis, Alexei Navalny. In this week’s Letter from London, director Jonathan Glazer tells Christiane why his chilling Oscar-nominated movie The Zone of Interest is more relevant than ever. And finally, the Ukraine battlefield meets ballet. When Russia's full-scale invasion erupted, Alexei Ratmansky was thrust into the geopolitical spotlight. The acclaimed choreographer, who has roots in Ukraine and Russia, tells Christiane about the “haunting” image that inspired his new ballet, Solitude.

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Inside one of Ukraine's busiest trauma centers

Fri, 23 Feb 2024 19:16:41 -0000

Christiane goes inside one of Ukraine’s busiest trauma centers, where military personnel make up most of the casualties. Doctors in Dnipro’s Mechnikov Hospital work around the clock to save people’s lives after they fall prey to Russian artillery strikes and land mines. One triple amputee tells Christiane from his hospital bed that Ukraine is outgunned, but that it will not give up.

Also on today's show: Fiona Hill, Former Senior Director for European and Russian Affairs, US National Security Council; Annalena Baerbock, German Foreign Minister; Penny Pritzker, US Special Representative for Ukraine’s Economic Recovery

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A tale of two cities

Thu, 22 Feb 2024 19:34:30 -0000

In Kyiv, the war against Russia’s invasion plays out not only through airstrikes and drones, but also through culture. Well before his full-scale invasion, President Putin was clear in his ahistorical belief that Ukraine is a made-up country, rightfully part of greater Russia. Our first guest, Victoria Nuland, was in Kyiv during the Maidan protests in 2013-14, meeting with pro-democracy protesters as well as then-President Yanukovych. This was the first of many such visits since then. It was just last month that the current Under Secretary of State for Political Affairs was in Kyiv for talks and she joins Christiane from Washington to discuss U.S. support for Ukraine.

Also on today's show: Sergey Markov, Director, Institute of Political Studies in Moscow / Former MP, United Russia; Oleksiy Goncharenko, Member of the Ukrainian Parliament; Gita Gopinath, First Deputy Managing Director, IMF

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Ukraine plugging the frontline gaps

Wed, 21 Feb 2024 23:09:41 -0000

This weekend marks two years since Vladimir Putin ordered the full-scale invasion of Ukraine. However, despite his attempts, his forces have not been able to capture the country's capital or overthrow its government, and with the support of NATO, the country has been able to resist Russia. But as the war enters its third year, Ukraine’s forces are outmanned and outgunned, desperately trying to fill the gaps on the front lines.

Also on today's show: Diane Foley, President and founder, James W. Foley Legacy Foundation / Co-author, “American Mother” & Colum McCann, Co-author, “American Mother”; Yevgenia Albats, Editor-in-Chief & CEO, The New Times / Friend of Alexey Navalny; Alexei Ratmansky, Russian-American choreographer and ballet dancer/ Artist in residence, New York City Ballet/ Former Director of Moscow Bolshoi Ballet

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Special report: Bereaved families in Ukraine

Tue, 20 Feb 2024 19:23:00 -0000

As Ukraine prepares to mark two years of war, many in the country are wrestling with the absence and loss of their loved ones on the front. Christiane reports from a military cemetery in the western city of Lviv to speak with some of the bereaved.

Also on today's show: Ukrainian Foreign Minister Dmytro Kuleba; Jonathan Glazer, Director, "The Zone of Interest"; Aluf Benn, Editor-in-Chief, Haaretz

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Ukraine President Volodymyr Zelensky

Mon, 19 Feb 2024 19:16:00 -0000

Christiane Amanpour is in Ukraine where, days away from the second anniversary of the war, there are feelings of urgency and of frustration. As American support dries up, just as Ukraine needs it most, Russia has delivered a frontline defeat and now its flags are now flying over Avdiivka in the east. Still Ukraine battles on: with fewer weapons, less ammunition and troops staggering from two years of war. Christiane spoke to President Zelensky on stage at the Munich Security Conference.

Also on today's show: Jens Stoltenberg, NATO Secretary-General; Kaja Kallas, Prime Minister of Estonia; Pete Ricketts, U.S. Republican Senator; Alejandro Mayorkas, U.S. Secretary of Homeland Security

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President Zelensky on the death of Alexey Navalny and saving Ukraine’s future.

Sat, 17 Feb 2024 17:49:49 -0000

Christiane is in Munich, where world leaders are gathering for the annual security conference, amid an anxious atmosphere after the death of Kremlin critic, Alexey Navalny. Christiane asks is this a message to the world?

Also, can NATO count on America, after republican front runner Donald Trump invited Putin to invade any NATO nation? And can Ukraine hold off Russia for another year? Christiane interviews the man in the eye of the storm, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky.

Also, this hour: superstar Matt Damon on his new documentary “Kiss the Future” about how art and music can sustain life in times of war.

Then, correspondent Matthew Chance, has a special report from Kathmandu, where desperate families are left clueless when their husbands and sons are recruited by Russia to fight its war in Ukraine.

Plus, legendary Hollywood actress Jodie Foster on making her return to the small screen, in True Detective. She’s joined by her co-star, a world champion boxer, Kali Reis.

And in the Amanpour Archive: Christiane looks at the messy, often deadly process of demining in Afghanistan and the terrible legacy of war.

And finally, in Ask Amanpour a viewer from South Africa wants Christiane’s take on the possibility of a one-state solution for the Israeli-Palestinian conflict.

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How Navalny became face of resistance

Fri, 16 Feb 2024 22:27:48 -0000

The jailed Russian opposition leader and outspoken Kremlin critic Alexey Navalny has died aged 47 in the Arctic penal colony where he was serving a 19-year sentence, according to the Russian prison service. Correspondent Matthew Chance reports on how Navalny rose to become Putin’s most prominent opponent and what drove him to continue his opposition, knowing the inevitable consequences.

Also on today's show: Nina Khrushcheva, Russian Historian / Professor, International Affairs at The New School; Hillary Clinton, Former US Secretary of State / Former US Senate Democrat; Mikhail Zygar, Author, "All the Kremlin's Men" / Author, "War and Punishment"; & Peter Pomerantsev, Author, "This is Not Propaganda" / Senior Fellow, Agora Institute Johns Hopkins University

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Focus on NATO's future

Thu, 15 Feb 2024 21:23:09 -0000

Allied defense ministers are presenting a united front for a meeting in Brussels today as recent comments by Donald Trump cast a shadow over NATO’s 75-year-old alliance. Former U.S. Ambassador to NATO Kurt Volker and Former Supreme Allied Commander General Philip Breedlove join the show to discuss what a Trump win could mean for America’s future in the bloc.

Also on today's show: Dr. Tariq Haddad, Palestinian-American Advocate / Cardiologist; Dominic Erdozain, Author, "One Nation Under Guns"

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Report: Ukraine gains upper hand in battle for Black Sea

Wed, 14 Feb 2024 20:11:54 -0000

As the second anniversary of the Russian invasion looms, continuing successes in the Black Sea are one surprising bright spot for Ukraine. The nation’s Defense Intelligence has announced it attacked and destroyed a large landing ship of Russia’s Black Sea fleet, the Caesar Kunikov, with maritime drones off the coast of Crimea. Correspondent Melissa Bell reports on what this achievement means for Ukraine’s future in the war.

Alson on today's show: Michael Mann, Director, Center for Science, Sustainability & the Media, Univ. of Pennsylvania / Author, "Our Fragile Moment"; Kim Daniels, Member, Vatican Communications Department / Director, Initiative on Catholic Social Thought and Public Life, Georgetown University; Ganesh Sitaraman, Law Professor, Vanderbilt University / Author, “Why Flying Is Miserable and How to Fix It”

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Former Jordanian Foreign Minister Marwan Muasher

Tue, 13 Feb 2024 19:17:00 -0000

The Senate finally passed the stalled aid package for Ukraine and Israel but there's still no guarantee it will make it through the house, where MAGA-minded politicians are becoming more and more hostile to sending assistance to Kyiv. Meanwhile in Cairo, the US and Israeli intelligence chiefs are meeting with intermediaries to hammer out a hostage deal and pause the war. In Gaza, all eyes are on Rafah, where Palestinians are bracing for an Israeli ground offensive, even though President Biden is urging Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu to hold off and come up with a clear plan about how to achieve its goals and protect civilians. Last night Jordan's King Abdullah, the first Arab leader to visit the White House since October 7th, called for a ceasefire. Joining the program to discuss all this is Marwan Muasher, Jordan’s former foreign minister.

Also on today's show: Matt Damon talks about producing the new documentary "Kiss the Future"; Benjamin Herold, author, "Disillusioned"

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US Senate Independent Angus King

Mon, 12 Feb 2024 19:51:59 -0000

Nine months to go before the next presidential election and former President Donald Trump is already sending shockwaves around the international community. At a rally in South Carolina, he suggested he would “encourage” aggressors to “do whatever the hell they want” with NATO countries that fail to pay their dues. Independent Senator Angus King spent the weekend with colleagues working on the foreign aid bill, just days after making an impassioned speech on the senate floor about the importance of supporting Ukraine. He joins the show from Washington DC.

Also on today's show: Yael Noy, CEO, Road to Recovery; Sarah Helm, journalist and author; former State Department official Jared Cohen

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GOP snatches defeat from the jaws of victory after tanking border bill

Sat, 10 Feb 2024 19:07:33 -0000

Playing politics or playing with fire? As the Republican Party tanks a border security deal it spent months demanding, Christiane asks former GOP lawmaker Will Hurd what his party stands for, and whether it's ready to reap what it sows in November. Hurd accuses Donald Trump of using the border crisis as a “political tool,” and agrees that his competency is in doubt after a string of low-energy rambles. He also tells Christiane that Putin is an adversary, despite what “nuts like Tucker Carlson'' say. Then, veteran democratic political strategist Simon Rosenberg reveals what the polls aren’t telling you about “damaged goods'' Donald Trump - and why the GOP implosion on the border crisis is another major win for Democrats. CNN Senior International Correspondent Fred Pleitgen shows us the remarkable resilience of Ukraine’s war-weary children, forced to learn in subterranean “bunker schools,” as Putin’s war rages overhead. In the Amanpour Archive this week - a look at a transformative time in Iran, the homeland where Christiane grew up and then left after the 1979 islamic revolution, which took place 45 years ago this week. Then, in her Letter from London, Christiane stops in at Kim's Convenience - the award-winning comedy-drama which became a major Netflix sensation - that has just made a triumphant return to the stage. Christiane talks to the show's creator and star Ins Choi, along with cast-mates Miles Mitchell and Jennifer Kim. And finally in Ask Amanpour - why AI doesn’t have to be scary.

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Immigration expert Jonathan Blitzer

Fri, 09 Feb 2024 23:20:01 -0000

It’s déjà vu for US lawmakers, who failed yet again this week to agree on a solution to the country’s immigration crisis. But beyond the politics are countless human stories, as the number of unauthorized immigrants crossing the border keeps reaching record highs, and a backlog of cases in US immigration courts passes three million. If this week’s deal had passed in Congress, it would have been one of the most significant changes to US immigration policy in decades, evidence of just how long the issue has remained a stubborn political challenge. Jonathan Blitzer has covered the issue for years, and he joins the program.

Also on today's show: Nina Khrushcheva, Professor of International Affairs; journalist/author Calvin Trillin

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SCOTUS hears historic Trump case

Thu, 08 Feb 2024 19:43:34 -0000

Not since Bush vs. Gore in 2000 has the Supreme Court had before it such a monumental election-related case. Today the justices heard arguments on this key question: Can Colorado kick Trump off the ballot for his role in the January 6th riots? The answer has the potential to totally upend the 2024 election. Political analyst John Avlon joins the program to discuss.

Also on today's show: Bill Weir reports on the "clean industrial revolution"; former VP Al Gore; "Kim's Convenience" actors Jennifer Kim, Ins Choi, and Miles Mitchell

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Analyzing the latest Mideast ceasefire proposals

Wed, 07 Feb 2024 19:53:19 -0000

Hamas has laid out a series of demands in a response to an Israel-backed ceasefire proposal. The offer is likely to be unacceptable to Israel’s prime minister, who has called for a “total victory” in Gaza. Richard Haass served as the Director of Policy Planning at the State Department and he joins Christiane from New York.

Also on today's show: Rose Gottemoeller, Former NATO Deputy Secretary General / Lecturer, Stanford University; Aleema Khan, Sister of Imran Khan; David Graham, Staff writer, The Atlantic

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Democratic political strategist Simon Rosenberg

Tue, 06 Feb 2024 19:22:00 -0000

“Promises made, promises kept” is the message behind President Biden’s campaign for reelection as he attempts to rally support in the runup to his likely face-off with Donald Trump. The former president suffered a legal setback today when a federal appeals court ruled he does not have presidential immunity and can therefore be prosecuted for alleged crimes to reverse the 2020 election result. To discuss where the race currently stands, Democratic political strategist Simon Rosenberg joins the show from Washington DC.

Also on today's show: Hisham Al-Omeisy, Yemeni political activist / Senior Yemen Advisor, European Institute of Peace; Brian Klaas, Author, “Fluke”

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King Charles cancer diagnosis

Mon, 05 Feb 2024 19:45:27 -0000

Today's episode begins with a report from CNN's Fred Pleitgen from southern Ukraine. It's followed by an interview with Finnish presidential candidate Alexander Stubb. Then comes extensive coverage of King Charles' cancer diagnosis.

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It’s not all doom and gloom on climate change, with eco-warrior Al Gore

Sat, 03 Feb 2024 18:23:38 -0000

We begin with breaking news, as the US carries out major airstrikes in Iraq and Syria - in response to a drone strike that killed three US service members, and wounded more than 40 others, in Jordan earlier this week.

Then - it's the greatest existential threat to humanity, and the extraordinary people doing something about it. CNN Chief Climate Correspondent Bill Weir shows us the clean industrial revolution kicking into life to save our planet. Eco-warrior and former VP Al Gore is optimistic on climate activism. But he says “we’ve got to stop using the sky as an open sewer” now, if we want to save our planet from climate change. Gore also blasts MAGA Republicans for playing “petty” politics over the crisis at the southern border - while Ukraine runs dangerously low on munitions.

With Ukraine’s military aid stymied by political deadlock in DC, Putin is pressing his advantage with intensified attacks on the frontlines. In the Amanpour Archive this week - the similarities between the first Gulf War supply crunch, and Ukraine's munitions shortage today.

And finally, DeepMind co-founder and tech savant Mustafa Suleyman on the opportunities and costs of using AI to supercharge productivity - as we enter what he calls “the most productive decade in history of our species.”

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Former Middle East negotiator Aaron David Miller

Fri, 02 Feb 2024 19:21:09 -0000

After weeks of pressuring Israel to scale back military tactics in Gaza, the United States is now turning its attention to the West Bank. The Biden administration issued sanctions against four Israeli settlers for acts of violence there. The Israeli government calls the sanctions "wholly unnecessary," with Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu saying the overwhelming majority of residents there are law abiding citizens. Aaron David Miller was a Middle East negotiator for the United States. He joins the program from Washington.

Also on today's show: Yaroslav Trofimov, WSJ Chief Foreign-Affairs Correspondent; tennis great Roger Federer (from the archive); Tina Nguyen, Author, "The MAGA Diaries"

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AI pioneer Mustafa Suleyman

Thu, 01 Feb 2024 18:12:00 -0000

In 2014, Google paid hundreds of millions of dollars to acquire AI lab DeepMind, which was co-founded by Mustafa Suleyman. He says it's an incredible time to be alive during this transition to AI, but the the world still doesn't quite grasp how big a deal its arrival really is. He joined the show to discuss all of AI's ups and downs, which he's written about in his book “The Coming Wave.”

Also on today's show: Jeffrey Wright, Actor, "American Fiction"; Max Boot, National Security correspondent, The Washington Post

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Former Israel security chief Ami Ayalon

Wed, 31 Jan 2024 19:30:16 -0000

Pressure continues to mount for Israel and Hamas to make a deal. Negotiators have reportedly agreed on a “framework” and Hamas is “studying” a new proposal for a renewed truce in Gaza and the return of hostages. Ami Ayalon, the former head of Shin Bet, Israel’s internal security service, has been pushing for negotiations and an eventual two-state solution. He joins the show to discuss.

Also on today's show: Alicia Kearns, Chair, UK Parliament Foreign Affairs Committee; Rev. Frederick Haynes III, Senior Pastor, Friendship-West Baptist Church

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What will Biden do?

Tue, 30 Jan 2024 19:32:12 -0000

Tensions reign as President Biden ponders how to punish the killing of three American service people in Jordan. Christiane speaks to US Air Force vet and former Republican congressman Adam Kinzinger about Biden's options at home and abroad.

Also on today's show: war correspondent Jomana Karadsheh; award-winning filmmaker Rob Reiner

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Fmr. US Ambassador to Israel & Egypt Daniel Kurtzer

Mon, 29 Jan 2024 20:18:58 -0000

As crises collide in the Middle East, how should the Biden administration respond to the killing of the first American service members in that region since October 7? How can the United States also convince Israel to ensure fewer civilians are killed in Gaza, where Palestinian health authorities now say more than 26,000 are dead, with 200 killed in the last 24 hours alone? Attempting to answer those questions and others is Daniel Kurtzer, who was US Ambassador to Cairo under the Clinton administration and to Tel Aviv for George W. Bush. He joins the show from Washington.

Also on today's show: Kang Kyung-wha, Incoming President and CEO, Asia Society; Monica Yunus, Daughter of Nobel Laureate Muhammad Yunus; Michael Kirk, Director, Frontline's "Democracy on Trial"

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Biden’s patience tested as Netanyahu defies peace-plan pressure

Sat, 27 Jan 2024 18:19:09 -0000

It's one of the world’s most consequential diplomatic relationships. The U.S. and Israel have been steadfast allies for decades. Now that enduring relationship faces its greatest test. The horrific civilian death toll in Gaza - more than 25,000 Palestinians now dead - is fracturing relations. Both openly and behind-the-scenes, the Biden administration is asking Israel to use greater restraint in its assault in Gaza, while also pushing for a post-war peace plan. But it seems prime minister netanyahu is in no mood for listening, repeatedly rejecting calls for a Palestinian state. Daniel Levy - a former Israeli peace negotiator - says Biden’s handling of the Gaza crisis has done ‘tremendous self-harm’ to America’s global leadership image.

Then, filmmaker Ava DuVernay has made exploring racism in America her life’s work. Hits like ‘Selma’ and ‘When They See Us’ have earned her global acclaim. Now her new movie ‘Origin’ - based on Isabel Wilkerson’s groundbreaking book ‘Caste’ - takes things beyond the U.S., drawing parallels with Nazi Germany and India’s caste system. Duvernay discusses her new movie with Christiane, and reacts to the Barbie director Greta Gerwig's Oscar snub.

With the eyes of the world focused on Gaza, Ukraine is fighting for attention as supplies and ammunition run dangerously low in its fight against Putin’s Russian invaders. CNN Senior International Correspondent Fred Pleitgen shows us the situation on the ground.

Also in this episode, the U.S. made more than a hundred space launches last year, but the Artemis moon missions have suffered a string of setbacks and delays. Christiane asks NASA number two Pam Melroy, who is one of only two women to command a space shuttle, if America is falling behind its rivals in the race to return to the moon.

In the Amanpour Archive this week, we show you how Israeli settlements have long been problematic in the path to peace. And in Ask Amanpour, Christiane fields a question about the danger of the war in Ukraine losing the world’s attention.

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What the ICJ ruling against Israel means

Fri, 26 Jan 2024 19:21:58 -0000

First: The International Court of Justice imposes provisional measures on Israel over its war in Gaza. We discussed what this ruling means with a reporter at the Hague and with David Scheffer, who served as America's first ambassador at large for war crimes issues.

Plus: as the bloodshed continues, what new efforts are being made to protect Palestinian civilians and Israeli hostages. Axios reporter Barak Ravid joins us.

And: Ahead of Holocaust Memorial Day, Walter Isaacson speaks with Holocaust survivor Dr. Edith Eager and her daughter Maryanne about the impact of intergenerational trauma.

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Iranian Nobel laureate Narges Mohammadi

Thu, 25 Jan 2024 19:27:08 -0000

First: Jailed Nobel laureate Narges Mohammadi is still fighting for women's rights in Iran at great cost to herself and her family. Christiane speaks with her daughter, Kiana

Plus: Origin is a movie like no other. Director Ava Duvernay takes a deep, inpiring dive into the origins of racism, America's original sin.

And: Veteran columnist Thomas Friedman tells Walter Isaacson why Benjamin Netanyahu's cynical politics could hurt Israel and Joe Biden's presidency.

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Ukraine's wartime crisis deepens

Wed, 24 Jan 2024 19:43:23 -0000

First: Kyiv's wartime crisis just got worse as Russia says its plane returning 65 Ukrainian POWs crashed, killing all on board. We bring you a report from the field where the country's need for military aid is urgent.

Plus: After winning in New Hampshire, Donald Trump doubles down on his signature anti-immigration message. McAllen, Texas mayor Javier Villalobos joins the show to discuss.

And: With a Trump-Biden rematch looking more and more likely, we explore how US allies around the world are trying to "Trump-proof."

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Last chance for old-style Republicans?

Tue, 23 Jan 2024 21:23:58 -0000

First: Political experts join Christiane to examine what the New Hampshire primary means for the whole world.

Plus: Filmmaker Nicole Newnham talks about her new documentary on feminist trailblazer Shere Hite.

And: How private equity firms undermine America's already dysfunctional health care system.

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Former Israeli Foreign Minister Tzipi Livni

Mon, 22 Jan 2024 20:56:45 -0000

15 weeks into the October 7th war, divisions within Israel are spilling into the open. Hostage families stormed into the Knesset today to protest Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's handling of the war on Hamas and Gaza, and demanding negotiations to free their kidnapped loved ones. Meantime, a new poll shows Netanyahu’s support to be at rock bottom and his Likud party coming a distant second to Benny Gantz's National Unity party if there were an election today. Christiane speaks about all this with veteran Israeli politician and former Foreign Minister, Tzipi Livni.

Also on today's show: Former Prime Minister, Palestinian Authority Salam Fayyad; author Donald G. McNeil Jr.; conservative lawyer George Conway

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Trauma and "insane" inequity fuel Jennifer Siebel Newsom's crusade

Sun, 21 Jan 2024 11:01:26 -0000

131 years - that’s how long it will take to close the gender gap, a sobering fact from the World Economic Forum, nobody on the earth right now will be alive to see. Our first guest has made it her mission to move the needle toward gender equity. She’s an actress, filmmaker, and an athlete, who also happens to be the First Partner of California, a title she coined after shunning the traditional First Lady term. She’s Jennifer Siebel Newsom, wife of one of the Democrats' loudest voices right now, Governor Gavin Newsom. Before heading to the governor's mansion Newsom lived through some very deep personal trauma - which helped shape her mission for gender equality today.

In our Letter From London this week, what the world makes of the US political circus that never fails to deliver. Case in point: Donald Trump's stunning win in Iowa this week, in spite of - or perhaps because of - the 91 criminal charges and other legal fires he’s fighting. Joining Christiane this week to discuss are two journalists who are no stranger to suspending disbelief - Emily Maitlis and Mark Landler.

Also this hour, bullet wounds, burns, amputations and orphaned children. These are the realities of war that doctors in Gaza are dealing with, after three months of Israeli bombardment. Doctor Deborah Harrington spent two weeks over Christmas volunteering at Gaza’s al-Aqsa Hospital, right in the heart of the Gaza Strip.

What happens to the people of Gaza and Israel the 'day after', if and when the fighting ever ends? Christiane puts that to Mark Regev - Senior Advisor to the Israeli Prime Minister - following Benjamin Netanyahu’s apparent rejection of a post-war Palestinian state.

From the Amanpour Archive this week, how the first Gulf War - and the destruction it caused - echoes Israel's bombardment of Gaza today.

And in Ask Amanpour, one listener asks how Christiane can cope with witnessing such cruelty in the stories she reports on?

Airdate: Saturday January 20th, 2024

Guests: Jennifer Siebel Newsom, Emily Maitlis, Mark Landler, Deborah Harrington, Mark Regev.

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Israel's travails

Fri, 19 Jan 2024 19:25:54 -0000

A political storm is brewing within Israel, as politicians past and present call for elections amid the country’s war in Gaza. As fears also continue to grow of a wider war in the Middle East, CNN's Jeremy Diamond and Nada Bashir join the show to discuss.

Also on today's show: Sebastien Lai, son of embattled Hong Kong media tycoon Jimmy Lai; Wall Street Journal Chief Foreign Affairs correspondent Yaroslav Trofimov; data scientist Hannah Ritchie

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The Iran-Pakistan strikes

Thu, 18 Jan 2024 19:52:37 -0000

The Pentagon insists that the conflict between Israel and Hamas has not spread into a wider war yet, but experts warn just one miscalculation could change that. Today, the US has carried out further airstrikes against Houthi militants in Yemen and Israel is warning that the likelihood of war on its northern front is "much higher" than in recent times. That's the backdrop for a different escalation of hostilities, this time between Pakistan and Iran, tit for tat airstrikes that both nations claim are aimed at terror bases, as Ivan Watson reports.

Also on today's show: obstetrician Dr. Deborah Harrington; Mark Regev, Senior Advisor to the Israeli Prime Minister; Middle East specialist Dr. Elisabeth Kendall

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Former Saudi Intelligence Chief Prince Turki Al Faisal

Wed, 17 Jan 2024 19:22:00 -0000

Fears abound in the Middle East that the crisis there may intensify as the US re-designates Yemen's Houthis as a global terrorist entity. Of course, all roads lead back to Israel and Gaza, where, according to the health ministry in Gaza, more than 1% of the enclave's population has been killed since the war began. Christiane spoke about all this with the former head of Saudi intelligence Prince Turki Al Faisal.

Also on today's show: actress America Ferrera; Former US Deputy National Security Adviser Matt Pottinger

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What the Iowa caucus results mean

Tue, 16 Jan 2024 20:24:49 -0000

In American presidential politics, the starting gun has been fired in Iowa and former president Donald Trump has won the caucus convincingly. The real battle was for second place and an alternative to Trump. Florida Governor Ron DeSantis took a narrow lead over former South Carolina Governor Nikki Haley. Frank Lavin joins Christiane from Iowa to discuss these results, and New Hampshire’s primary next week.

Also on today's show: Ecuador President Daniel Noboa; columnist Zeynep Tufekci

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UN Emergency Relief Coordinator Martin Griffiths

Mon, 15 Jan 2024 20:01:55 -0000

After 100 days of the Israel-Hamas war, the toll on civilians keeps getting worse. The World Health Organization warns that Gaza could be on the brink of famine. Meanwhile the United Nations is desperately trying to plug the aid gap, in Ukraine and in other war zones. UN Humanitarian chief Martin Griffiths speaks to Christiane about the alarming rise of war amid the failure of diplomacy.

Also on today's show: journalist Emily Wu; actor Sandra Hüller; political reporter Astead Herndon

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Genocide vs. self-defense: The case against Israel

Sat, 13 Jan 2024 18:23:00 -0000

Fresh off his trip to the Middle East, Democratic Senator Chris Van Hollen talks about spillover conflict fears as attacks escalate in The Red Sea, the humanitarian crisis in Gaza, whether the claims of genocide against Israel hold up, and the repercussions of Netanyahu’s relentless war on Biden’s re-election bid.

Then, in a forensic, months-long investigation into Israeli strikes on Gaza, CNN’s Katie Polglase asks if the end can really justify the means when hospitals become legitimate military targets?

In our Letter from London this week, professor Scott Galloway joins Christiane for a lightning-round conversation on why he thinks (mathematically speaking at least) Trump’s going to jail, Biden’s going to win, what scares him most about Artificial Intelligence - and why there’s “nothing more dangerous than a young, broke, lonely man.”

Also this hour, with awards season shifting into high-gear, actor America Ferrera sits down with Christiane in LA to unpack her unforgettable and inspirational moment in the billion dollar movie, Barbie.

And in the Amanpour Archive: In a week that saw a significant step towards normalizing relations between warring neighbors Serbia and Kosovo, we take you back to 1999 as Christiane watched US Marines lead a NATO coalition to free Kosovo from the brutality of Yugoslav rule.

Airdate: January 13th, 2024.

Guests: Chris Van Hollen, Scott Galloway, America Ferrera.

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Making sense of the Houthi attacks

Fri, 12 Jan 2024 19:42:04 -0000

The US and UK up the ante with strikes on Houthi targets in Yemen. This, after the group’s militants – who run most of western Yemen and are backed by Iran – continue to attack commercial vessels in the Red Sea in support of the Palestinians. To help us make sense of this complicated geopolitical web, we turn to retired Colonel Peter Mansoor, who is a professor of military history at Ohio State University.

Also on today's show: political analyst Dahlia Scheindlin; World Food Program Executive Director Cindy McCain; composer Karl Jenkins

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The ICJ case against Israel

Thu, 11 Jan 2024 20:16:43 -0000

Hearings have begun in the International Court of Justice that could change the course of Israel’s war in Gaza. South Africa is arguing today that Israel is committing “genocidal acts” against the Palestinian people. The US has called accusations of genocide “meritless," and tomorrow Israel will lay out its defense against the charge. Correspondent Melissa Bell explains more from the Hague.

Also on today's show: Omer Bartov, Professor of Holocaust & Genocide Studies, Brown University; Alon Pinkas, Former Israeli Consul General in New York; Oksana Markarov, Ukrainian Ambassador to the United States

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Ecuador's state of emergency

Wed, 10 Jan 2024 19:42:33 -0000

Ecuador has declared it’s facing an "internal armed conflict." Security forces have been ordered to “neutralize” several criminal groups accused of spreading extreme violence. It comes after an extraordinary 24 hours that saw violence broadcast live on television after masked gunmen stormed a TV station, taking staff hostage. Now the country is in a state of emergency with reports of looting and explosions. Correspondent Patrick Oppmann explains what led to this point. His report is followed by an interview with Roberto Izurieta Canova, spokesperson for the country's president.

Also on today's show: Harvard constitutional scholar Noah Feldman; journalist Yuval Abraham; lo Capitano director Matteo Garrone and script consultant Mamadou Kouassi

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Haaretz columnist Gideon Levy

Tue, 09 Jan 2024 19:20:12 -0000

Palestinian authorities say one in every 100 people have been killed in Gaza over the past three months. That’s more than 23,000, and nearly two-thirds are women and children. That human toll is front and center as Western officials visit the region expressing increasing concern about the situation. But is the Israeli government listening to its strongest allies? And what are the long-term consequences of such destruction? Haaretz columnist Gideon Levy says there’s no way to explain Israel’s conduct in Gaza. He joined the program from Tel Aviv.

Also on today's show: Sanam Vakil, Director of Middle East & North Africa Program at Chatham House; former British MP Rory Stewart; musician Tariq “Black Thought” Trotter

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Polish Foreign Minister Radek Sikorski

Mon, 08 Jan 2024 20:11:39 -0000

Tremors from Russia’s large-scale attacks are also impacting Poland, neighbor to both Ukraine and Russia and a critical NATO ally. Just last week, fighter jets scrambled after Warsaw reported a Russian missile entered Polish airspace headed for Ukraine. Polish Foreign Minister Radek Sikorski joins the show to discuss.

Also on today's show: Senior Political Analyst John Avlon; award-winning playwright and screenwriter Tony Kushner; Ugandan opposition leader Bobi Wine

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Freed Israeli hostage speaks out

Fri, 05 Jan 2024 19:28:22 -0000

This weekend will mark three months since Hamas attacked Israel. A painful ordeal continues for the families of more than 130 people still thought to be held hostage in Gaza. Prospects of another deal between Israel and Hamas to pause fighting are uncertain, despite a temporary truce in November which saw the release of 105 hostages. Among those released was 34-year-old Doron Katz Asher and her young daughters. Bianna spoke with Doron in Tel Aviv recently.

Also on today's show: The Atlantic contributing writer Kim Ghattas and Soufan Group Director of Research Colin Clarke; Bulwark Publisher Sarah Longwell; Robert Pape, Director, Chicago Project on Security and Threats

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Growing fears of wider Middle East war

Thu, 04 Jan 2024 19:36:09 -0000

Fears of regional war in the Middle East have been growing ever since October 7th, when the brutal attack by Hamas inside Israel triggered Israel's massive counteroffensive in Gaza. So far, more than 22 thousand Palestinians have been killed, according to the health ministry in Gaza and joining the program with an update on the situation is Gemma Connell, the Gaza team leader for the United Nation's humanitarian office OCHA.

Also on today's show: historian Timothy Snyder; musician Lenny Kravitz; Nobel laureate in chemistry Jennifer Doudna

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Lebanese Foreign Minister Abdallah Bou Habib

Wed, 03 Jan 2024 19:37:26 -0000

There are renewed fears that Israel’s war on Hamas is escalating beyond Gaza. Yesterday an airstrike on a Beirut building killed a senior Hamas leader, but Israel has not confirmed it carried out the strike. The Lebanese Prime Minister accused Israel of trying to “drag” it into a regional war. Foreign Minister Abdallah Bou Habib joins Christiane from the Lebanese Embassy in DC, where he will be holding emergency meetings at the White House.

Also on today's show: Ukrainian Foreign Minister Dmytro Kuleba; Afua Hirsch & Peter Frankopan, cohosts of the "Legacy" podcast; musician Rhiannon Giddens

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Israel Policy Forum Fellow Nimrod Novik

Wed, 03 Jan 2024 19:03:34 -0000

Hamas confirmed today that its deputy political leader has been killed in a blast in Beirut, fueling fears of an extended war in Gaza. Meanwhile, in an unprecedented ruling, Israel’s Supreme Court has struck down a controversial law that would have limited its own powers - a victory for protesters who spent months in the streets prior to October 7. Nimrod Novik served as a policy advisor to Israeli Prime Minister Shimon Peres. He is now a fellow at the Israel Policy Forum and joins the show from Tel Aviv.

Also on today's show: IMF Managing Director Kristalina Georgieva; Mariana Meza Hernandez & Jennifer Benz from the National Opinion Research Center (NORC)

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Ukraine's weakening support

Sat, 23 Dec 2023 18:40:17 -0000

Just last December President Volodymyr Zelensky was warmly received in a rare joint session of congress. But this year has been a turning point, and it is turning in the wrong direction. Now Zelenky is sounding less than confident about continued American support. Republican resistance to funding Ukraine has hardened. Military planners are now considering the worst case scenario - that Ukraine, without western aid, loses to Russia, perhaps even by this summer. But NATO Secretary General Jens Stoltenberg says he's counting on Congress to keep funding Ukraine and our battle for Democracy.

Also on today's show: Biden's top climate advisor John Kerry on his high stakes deal making at COP 28, Adam Driver discusses his new 2023 film Ferrari, From my archive; a cautionary tale from Gaza after the 2009 war, and Marina Abramović puts her body and her life on the line for her art.

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Hostage horrors

Fri, 22 Dec 2023 19:14:48 -0000

Dr. Ayelet Levy Shachar’s daughter Naama is still held by hostage by Hamas. Her violent capture on October 7th was caught on camera by the attackers and released publicly. Dr. Levy Shachar describes the footage as beyond upsetting but says it’s critically important to see. She speaks to Bianna Golodryga about the horrors of what’s transpired and her desperation for the return of her daughter.

Also on today's show: Jesuit priest Rev. James Martin; opera star Renee Fleming

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The stalemate in Ukraine

Thu, 21 Dec 2023 19:40:21 -0000

Ukraine is entering its second long, hard winter at war. In the wake of the stalled summer counteroffensive, troops are digging in for a frozen war of attrition, while Putin appears increasingly emboldened about Russia’s prospects on the battlefield and beyond. President Zelensky’s recent trip to Washington didn’t get the result he needed, with the senate deferring any vote on more aid until the new year. Correspondent Nick Payton Walsh reports from the front lines, showing just how grim things have gotten for Kyiv.

Also on today's show: Fiona Hill, Former Senior Director for European and Russian Affairs, National Security Council; Mashe Gessen, Author and staff writer at The New Yorker; To Kill a Tiger Director Nisha Pahuja and Executive Producer Dev Patel

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NATO Secretary General Jens Stoltenberg

Wed, 20 Dec 2023 19:37:16 -0000

Ukraine shocked the world in 2022 when it fought off Russia’s invasion, defying expectations of its imminent demise.

Nearly two years after Russia invaded Ukraine, Kyiv is still hanging on, but world support is slipping for this critical fight for democracy. Putin boasted this month that Ukraine has nothing and even the staunchest Ukraine supporters know their summer counteroffensive failed to achieve its objectives. As NATO Secretary General, Jens Stoltenberg has worked tirelessly to get Ukraine what it needs, and he joins the Christiane from Oslo, Norway.

Also on today's show: International Committee of the Red Cross President Mirjana Spoljaric; actor Adam Driver; columnist/author David Brooks

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Special report: Life in the West Bank

Tue, 19 Dec 2023 19:40:23 -0000

As the casualties continue to mount in Gaza, Israel’s allies are also mounting criticism about surging settler violence against Palestinians in the occupied West Bank. The UK, France and the US are calling on it to end and sanctioning extremist settlers. Correspondent Nima Elbagir takes a look at everyday life in the West Bank with this report from Hebron.

Also on today's show: Senior Advisor to the Israeli Prime Minister Mark Regev; Economist Deputy Editor Tom Standage; YIVO Institute for Jewish Research Jonathan Brent

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US climate envoy John Kerry

Mon, 18 Dec 2023 19:18:01 -0000

As 2023 draws to a close, climate records are once again being shattered, with this year on track to be the hottest on record. And around the world climate chaos is a daily fact of life. But some are hopeful the tide is turning. This scorching year is ending with a new deal calling for a "transition away" from fossil fuels. President Biden’s climate envoy, John Kerry, hailed the agreement as “the most important decision” since the landmark 2015 Paris agreement, which he had negotiated for the United States. He joins Christiane in London to talk about how a difficult consensus was reached.

Also on today's show: Rabbi Sharon Brous; Professor Stephen Vladeck

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Delayed aid is a ‘winning ticket’ for Putin

Mon, 18 Dec 2023 16:00:00 -0000

Former US National Security Council official Fiona Hill says, “this is the tipping point where… everybody loses,” if the West fails Ukraine when it comes to aid. Hill joins Amanpour to also discuss Donald Trump’s re-election and how it could cause an ‘extraordinary rupture’ in NATO.

Plus, Former COP26 president Alok Sharma says “we can’t afford to fail future generations,” as he reacts to the breakthrough agreement at the Dubai climate summit.CNN's Anna Coren reports on the surging suicides in Afghanistan under Taliban rule.

And finally, from the Amanpour Archive: as Vogue celebrates its 131st birthday, we revisit Christiane’s interview with the magazine’s formidable editor-in-chief, Anna Wintour.

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The hard work of making peace

Sun, 17 Dec 2023 20:33:43 -0000

First: The US ups its pressure on Israel to protect civilian lives. We bring you a report on the growing despair in Gaza and talk to Israeli and Palestinian activists about the hard work of making peace.

Then: Award-winning actor Gael García Bernal joins the show to discuss his role in the new movie Cassandro as a gay wrestler who changed history.

And: The Washington Post reporters Oakford and Shane Harris on one of the most significant intelligence leads in recent US history.

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Inside Gaza with Clarissa Ward

Thu, 14 Dec 2023 19:21:49 -0000

Scores of brave Palestinian journalists have been bringing the horrors suffered in Gaza to the world. Many of them have lost their lives doing so. CNN is the first western media outlet to gain access without Israeli military escorts. Correspondent Clarissa Ward witnesses the severe crisis, on a visit to a field hospital facilitated by the UAE.

Also on today's show: Israeli peace activist Magen Inon & Palestinian regional leader Hamze Awawde; COP26 President Alok Sharma; Tariq “Black Thought” Trotter; musician/author Tariq "Black Thought" Trotter

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What does the new COP28 climate deal really accomplish?

Wed, 13 Dec 2023 19:23:32 -0000

At the end of two weeks of intense negotiations at COP28, a new major climate deal has been reached. Supporters say it marks the beginning of the end of fossil fuels, but not all parties are happy. It does not call for phasing out fossil fuels, island nations complained it’s a death knell for them, and climate activists say the deal lets the fossil fuel industry off the hook. Lord Nicholas Stern, chair of the Grantham Research Institute on Climate Change & The Environment, and author of The Economics of Climate Change, joins Christiane to discuss.

Also on today's show: Fawaz Gerges, Professor of Middle East Politics, London School of Economics and author of What Really Went Wrong: The West and the Failure of Democracy in the Middle East; Molly Duane, Senior Staff Attorney, Center for Reproductive Rights; Republican strategist Liz Mair

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Retired general makes case for supporting Ukraine

Tue, 12 Dec 2023 19:34:04 -0000

Today, Ukraine President Volodymyr Zelensky made a last-ditch, in-person plea to US lawmakers to release approximately $60 billion in new military aid. The money's been held up after Congress decided to insert politics over the US border into this existential battle against Putin's autocratic Russia. Retired general Ben Hodges led US forces in Europe and has been a strong supporter of Ukraine.

Also on today's show: Maria Pevchikh, aide to Alexey Navalny; artist Marina Abramovic; Rabbi David Wolpe

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Why is Israel's Labor party leader resigning?

Mon, 11 Dec 2023 19:22:58 -0000

Israel’s Labor party was once the country's dominant political force, but the peace camp has lost so much credibility over the years that it is barely clinging on in Parliament. Labor Leader Merav Michaeli says she is stepping down and she joins Christiane from Tel Aviv to explain why.

Also on today's show: Former Palestinian Authority Foreign Minister Nasser Al-Kidwa; The Atlantic Editor-in-Chief Jeffrey Goldberg; composer John Williams and

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Journalists caught in the crossfire

Fri, 08 Dec 2023 21:20:30 -0000

According to the Committee to Protect Journalists, the Israel-Hamas war has led to the deadliest month for journalists in 30 years. Bianna Golodryga speaks with AFP video journalist Dylan Collins, whose colleague was killed in southern Lebanon.

Also on today's show: UAE Climate Minister Mariam Almheiri & US Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack; American Enterprise Institute Senior Fellow Kori Schake

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Ukrainian Minister of Strategic Industries Alexander Kamyshin

Thu, 07 Dec 2023 19:36:29 -0000

America’s unwavering support for Ukraine hangs in the balance, as Senate Republicans block a move to pass an aid package. The White House warns funds for Ukraine’s defense could run out soon and with global attention on the Middle East, Kyiv is struggling to plead its case. Alexander Kamyshin began the war running Ukraine’s railways, as a strategic transport network for the military and humanitarian effort. He is now Ukraine’s Minister for Strategic Industries and joins Christiane from the Ukrainian Embassy in Washington.

Also on today's show: Mstyslav Chernov, Director, “20 Days in Mariupol”; musician Jacob Collier; Michael Powell, Staff Writer, The Atlantic

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Israeli Peace Activist Robi Damelin

Wed, 06 Dec 2023 19:25:26 -0000

The entire Gaza Strip has become "one of the most dangerous places in the world," according to the UN Agency providing humanitarian aid. This weekend in London, a vigil was held outside Downing Street to demonstrate that both Israelis and Palestinians are suffering and pleading for an end to the cycle of violence. One of the main proponents of this peace movement is Robi Damelin, whose son David was killed by a Palestinian sniper in 2002. Instead of being consumed by hate and revenge, she devotes her life towards peace between Israelis and Palestinians. Robi joins Christiane in the studio.

Also on today's show: Tom Hanks and Christopher Riley discuss their new, immersive documentary The Moonwalkers.

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The Church and the far right

Tue, 05 Dec 2023 19:17:46 -0000

For the first time in decades, there are more autocracies than liberal democracies around the world. Fears about America are growing and if Donald Trump wins a second term in the White House, he pledges to install ideological allies in key positions. Central to Trump’s support is his Christian Evangelical base. The Atlantic writer Tim Alberta’s latest book, The Kingdom, the Power and the Glory, examines the nexus between the Church and far-right politics. He saw it up close as a Christian whose father was an Evangelical Minister. He joins Christiane from New York.

Also on today's show: CNN Senior International Correspondent Ben Wedeman reports from Jerusalem on the humanitarian crisis in Gaza; Ronen Bergman, author, Rise and Kill First: The Secret History of Israel's Targeted Assassinations; New York Times columnist Nicholas Kristof

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Former State Dept. Dir. Josh Paul

Mon, 04 Dec 2023 19:22:00 -0000

Soon after Hamas attacked Israel on October 7th, Josh Paul resigned from the US State Department in protest of what he said were unscrutinized arms transfers to Israel. In his resignation letter, Paul said the Israeli response and American support, "will only lead to more and deeper suffering for both the Israeli and Palestinian people.” He joins Christiane to discuss

Also on today's show: Israeli human rights lawyer May Pundak & Palestian human rights activist Rana Salman; reporter Arelis Hernández; actor Aria Mia Loberti

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What to watch for at COP 28

Fri, 01 Dec 2023 20:31:58 -0000

Britain’s King Charles took the stage at the UN Climate Summit in Dubai, saying the world is approaching "dangerous uncharted territory" as the climate crisis deepens – with 2023 set to be the warmest year yet. Ahead of the conference Bianna spoke with former White House National Climate Adviser Gina McCarthy, to get her steer on the importance of this year’s COP.

Also on today's show: CNN Pentagon Correspondent Oren Liebermann; NYT investigative correspondent Azam Ahmed; NYT reporter Reed Abelson and KFF Health News reporter Jordan Rau discuss their series "Dying Broke"; 18-year-old banjo virtuoso Nora Brown

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Isaacson on Kissinger

Thu, 30 Nov 2023 20:35:45 -0000

Henry Kissinger, one of the most famous American Secretaries of State, died on Wednesday at age 100. From his pivotal role in the Vietnam War, to holding secret diplomatic talks with communist China, Kissinger wielded great diplomatic power. But he was reviled by many for his role in the bombing of Cambodia and the rise of repressive regimes in Latin America. Historian and journalist Walter Isaacson knows Henry Kissinger’s life story inside and out, writing what some call “the definitive biography”, he joins Bianna to reflect on Kissinger’s life.

Also on today's show: PBS host Margaret Hoover & CNN anchor John Avlon; Al Jazeera correspondent Youmna ElSayed

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Behind the Palestinians released by Israel

Wed, 29 Nov 2023 20:34:44 -0000

According to analysis of Israel prison service data, out of the Palestinians freed since the hostage deal with Hamas, almost 80% were teenage boys aged 14 to 18 and two-thirds were held under administrative detention – meaning they were not told the charges against them or given due legal process. Khaled Elgindy, a senior fellow at the Middle East Institute and an expert on Israeli-Palestinian affairs, explains the reality for these Palestinians.

Also on today's show: Commonwealth Secretary-General Patricia Scotland; Colorado Attorney General Phil Weiser; Tom Nichols, Staff Writer, The Atlantic

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Investigating gender-based violence by Hamas

Tue, 28 Nov 2023 20:45:12 -0000

There’s hope in Israel as more hostages are expected to be released as part of an extended truce between Hamas and Israel. But the horrors of October 7 are still being uncovered with Israeli police and a civil commission compiling evidence of rape and sexual assault against women by Hamas. Some say those harrowing stories have been ignored by international communities. This includes Ruth Halperin-Kaddari, Israeli legal scholar, who feels "completely betrayed" by women's rights organizations. She joins the show to discuss this, followed by Deputy Executive Director of UN Women, who defends her organization.

Also on today's show: Omer Benjakob, disinformation and cyber reporter for Haaretz; actor Colman Domingo; former chief speechwriter for US President Jimmy Carter

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Israel-Hamas truce extended

Mon, 27 Nov 2023 20:20:00 -0000

A truce between Israel and Hamas in Gaza is extended by two days, Qatar announced today. The pause in fighting gives some relief to a besieged Gaza, and more time to work out deals to swap Israeli hostages and Palestinian prisoners. Over the weekend, four-year-old American Israeli Abigail Edan was released, but not into the arms of her parents. They were killed in front of her on October 7th when Hamas stormed their kibbutz. Also released was 9-year-old Emily Hand, an extremely emotional moment for her father who initially believed she was dead. Eyal Nouri’s aunt Adina Moshe was released on Friday, and he joined the program.

Also on today's show: Israeli psychologist Ayelet Gundar-Goshen; author Nathan Thrall; opinion writer Roxane Gay; Booker Prize-winning author Paul Lynch

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Amanpour update for November 23, 2023

Thu, 23 Nov 2023 18:56:23 -0000

There is no new episode of the Amanpour showcast. If you haven’t already, please check out CNN’s other podcasts and showcasts at cnn.com/audio.

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Behind the hostage deal

Wed, 22 Nov 2023 23:28:52 -0000

If the hostage deal between Israel and Hamas all goes according to plan, at least 50 hostages held by Hamas will be released in exchange for some 150 Palestinian prisoners in Israeli jails, and there will be a four-day pause in the fighting. But both sides are clear: This is not a ceasefire, and once the pause is over, the fighting continues. Gershon Baskin, a veteran hostage negotiator who played a prominent role in the release of Israeli soldier Gilad Shalit in 2011, joins the show from Jerusalem.

Also on today's show: Luis Moreno Ocampo, Former Prosecutor, International Criminal Court / Deputy Prosecutor, Argentina's Trial of the Juntas; director Roger Ross Williams; musician Yusuf/Cat Stevens (from the archives)

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UN Under-Secretary General Martin Griffiths

Tue, 21 Nov 2023 19:52:49 -0000

The number of civilians killed in Gaza is continuing to rise on an "unparalleled and unprecedented" scale, according to the UN Secretary General. Israel’s siege on Gaza means basic necessities like food, water, medicine and fuel are close to running out completely. To discuss the situation, UN Relief Chief Martin Griffiths joins Christiane from UN HQ in Geneva.

Also on today's show: Documentary filmmaker Daniel Lombroso & Holocaust survivor Nina Gottlieb; Grammy-winning artist Jon Batiste & Matthew Heineman, director of “American Symphony” on Netflix

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Former Israeli Prime Minister Ehud Barak

Mon, 20 Nov 2023 22:12:05 -0000

The WHO has described Gaza’s Al-Shifa hospital as a "death zone" after a fact-finding mission. The head of the organization has also condemned the attack on the Indonesian hospital in Gaza which killed 12 people, including patients. Israel says it was responding to fire from within that hospital, and it’s increasingly under international pressure to produce concrete evidence that Hamas uses the Al-Shifa hospital as a major command center, something Hamas officials deny. Former Prime Minister of Israel Ehud Barak joins the show to discuss his perspective on what must happen next.

Also on today's show: Paul Caruana Galizia, Author, “A Death in Malta”; Nora Benavidez, Senior Counsel and Director of Digital Justice and Civil Rights, Free Press

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Estonian Prime Minister Kaja Kallas

Fri, 17 Nov 2023 21:47:38 -0000

While the eyes of the world are trained on Israel and Gaza, there's fear among Ukraine and its allies that the fight against Russia is slipping down the global agenda. Watching all this closely is Russia’s neighbor Estonia. Estonian Prime Minister Kaja Kallas, dubbed the iron lady of Europe, met US House Speaker Johnson in Washington, DC this week. Upon her return, she spoke to Christiane from the Estonian capital of Tallinn.

Also on today's show: Susan Glasser, Staff Writer, The New Yorker; Stephanie Land, Author, “Class”

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Mounting pressure on Israel to justify hospital raid

Thu, 16 Nov 2023 23:32:48 -0000

Israeli Defense Forces remain inside Gaza’s main Al-Shifa Hospital, which they claim was a Hamas command center. The IDF has yet to release conclusive proof; they say they will reveal more in the coming days, amid mounting pressure to justify the raid. Correspondent Nic Robertson has a closer look at the Israeli operation underway inside Al-Shifa Hospital... and what has and has not been found.

Also on today's show: former French President Francois Hollande; physician and peace activist Dr. Izzeldine Abuelaish; author Jason Stanley

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Raid on Al-Shifa hospital

Wed, 15 Nov 2023 19:25:31 -0000

After weeks of fierce fighting, Hamas says Israel has gained control of Gaza’s main hospital, where thousands of civilians have been sheltering. Many of Al-Shifa's wards are damaged and deserted, and doctors say the hospital's main building has effectively ceased functioning. Israel claims to be conducting a "targeted operation" against a Hamas command center underneath the hospital, but medical officials and Hamas have both consistently denied this. Correspondent Nada Bashir reports on the situation at the hospital.

Also on today's show: US Democratic Senator Chris Murphy; Omer Bartov, Professor of Holocaust and genocide studies, Brown University; Palestinian-American journalist Laila El-Haddad

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Netanyahu Senior Adviser Mark Regev

Tue, 14 Nov 2023 21:16:00 -0000

From Tel Aviv to Jerusalem, families of hostages today began a five-day march to pressure their government to bring home their loved ones. President Biden said he believes a deal on freeing hostages is going to happen soon. But at the White House and around the world, prosecution of the war is creating huge anxiety, in the face of constant Israeli bombardment around homes and hospitals and the ever-mounting civilian death toll in Gaza. To discuss all this, Christiane speaks with PM Benjamin Netanyahu’s senior adviser Mark Regev.

Also on today's show: Daniel Levy, President, US/Middle East Project; Katherine Turk, Author, “The Women of NOW”

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The sounds of Gaza's collapsing health system

Mon, 13 Nov 2023 19:21:21 -0000

No milk for babies, no food for patients, and no fuel for lights or incubators. Gaza’s health system is crumbling under the weight of war, as Israel says it's going deeper into the territory. Battles rage around the two main hospitals, with the director of the largest one, Al-Shifa, saying the situation is “catastrophic” and that all essential units have collapsed. Israel alleges that Hamas command centers are housed beneath it, which Hamas and the doctors in the hospital deny. Nada Bashir reports on the desperate situation there.

Also on today's show: Jonathan Freedland, Guardian columnist & Mona Siddiqui, Professor of Islamic and Interreligious Studies, University of Edinburgh; US Commerce Secretary Gina Raimondo; journalist/author Emily Tamkin

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'A never-ending humanitarian nightmare'

Fri, 10 Nov 2023 19:38:25 -0000

That's how the UN Secretary-General has described the situation in Gaza. As tens of thousands of people flee south, the IDF allowed another evacuation corridor for six hours and agreed to continue daily pauses in areas of northern Gaza, according to the White House. Correspondents Jomana Karadsheh and Nada Bashir report on the increasing humanitarian crisis.

Also on today's show: Sasha Dovzhyk, Editor, London Ukrainian Review; Susanne Nossel, CEO, PEN America; Katalin Kariko, Winner, 2023 Nobel Prize in Physiology or Medicine / Author, “Breaking Through”

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Daughter of Israeli hostage speaks out

Thu, 09 Nov 2023 19:44:07 -0000

Israeli, US and Qatari intelligence chiefs met in Doha today for hostage negotiations. Over 200 hostages were taken by Hamas and other groups are still not freed. Some of what we do know about their conditions comes mostly from one woman: Yocheved Lifschitz. At 85, on October 7, she was grabbed in her nightgown and taken by Hamas into Gaza. She is one of only four people to be released so far. Her daughter Sharone was by her side at a Tel Aviv Hospital, as Yocheved explained the spiders web of tunnels she was held in. But the family nightmare continues, with Sharone’s elderly father Oded is still being held. Sharone joins Christiane to mark one month since the Hamas atrocities and call on her government to put the fate of hostages first.

Also on today's show: Israeli peace activist Robi Damelin & Bassam Aramin, The Parents Circle Families Forum; Giva Haveeva Education Center Director of Strategy Mohammad Darawshe

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Humanitarian crisis in Gaza

Wed, 08 Nov 2023 19:49:00 -0000

As Israel says its troops have entered Gaza City, the humanitarian crisis is stark. Bakeries in North Gaza are closed, according to the UN, and hospitals are nearly out of fuel, says the Palestinian Red Crescent. The UN Secretary-General today called for an unconditional release of all the hostages, but also pleaded for Palestinians to be seen as separate from Hamas. The IDF gave remaining Gaza City residents five hours to evacuate south, but as Salma Abdelaziz reports, the destruction caused by Israeli bombing means travel is slow and dangerous.

Also on today's show: David Miliband, CEO and President, International Rescue Committee / Former UK Foreign Secretary; Daniel Kurtzer, Former US Ambassador to Israel; Astead Herndon, National Political Reporter, The New York Times

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Hamas released her mom but not her dad

Tue, 07 Nov 2023 19:54:58 -0000

One month ago today, on the morning of October 7, Hamas launched its surprise attack on Israel. The government says 1,400 were killed, mostly civilians. Last night the faces of the hostages kidnapped by Hamas were projected on the outer wall of Jerusalem. To this day, 240 people remain in captivity. 85-year-old Yocheved Lifschitz is one of just four hostages released so far, but her husband Oded is still being held. Their daughter, Sharone Lifschitz, joins Christiane in London.

Also on today's show: Mark Regev, senior advisor to Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu; Salam Fayyad, former Palestinian Authority prime minister; Colorado Secretary of State Jena Griswold

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Jordanian Foreign Minister Ayman Safadi

Mon, 06 Nov 2023 22:59:46 -0000

Israel is coming under mounting pressure as the death toll in Gaza passes 10,000, nearly half of them children, according to the Hamas-run health officials there. But Israeli officials are rejecting any pause, much less a ceasefire, saying it only stands to benefit Hamas after the slaughter of 13 hundred mostly civilians four weeks ago. How is this all being received in the Arab World? Christiane asks Jordan’s Foreign Minister Ayman Safadi.

Also on today's show: Former IDF Soldier Benzi Sanders; Dartmouth professors Susannah Heschel, Chair of the Jewish Studies Program & Tarek El-Ariss, Chair of Middle Eastern Studies

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Will the Middle East war expand?

Fri, 03 Nov 2023 20:56:00 -0000

First: The Hezbollah chief says a wider war is realistic. A Middle East expert and former Knesset member joins the show to discuss these looming fears.

Next: We explore the debate about natural abilities and gender in sport with Olympic medalist Caster Semenya.

Then: How did Nancy Pelosi's family became a target after January 6th? Christiane speaks to the former House Speaker's daughter, filmmaker Alexandra Pelosi, about her new documentary.

Plus: Antisemitism in America.

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Exclusive: UNRWA Commissioner General Philippe Lazzarini

Thu, 02 Nov 2023 20:31:07 -0000

With millions trapped inside Gaza, under siege and under fire, the humanitarian situation spirals towards catastrophe. And the UN reports women and children make up the majority of fatalities. Philippe Lazzarini is commissioner general of UNRWA, the United Nations agency providing relief for Palestinian refugees. He spoke to Christiane in his first interview since visiting Gaza this week and called for a humanitarian ceasefire, saying the scale of the tragedy is unprecedented.

Also on today's show: Former member of the Knesset Ksenia Svetlova; Atlantic staff writer Caitlin Dickerson

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What can we learn from postwar Iraq?

Wed, 01 Nov 2023 19:39:36 -0000

First: Hundreds of Palestinians and dual nationals are leaving Gaza as the Rafah crossing opens slightly. This, as the Jabalia refugee camp is rocked by a second blast. Christiane speaks to former state department official Tom Warrick about the lessons of postwar Iraq.

Plus: Azerbaijan took over the enclave of Nagorno-Karabakh last month. Why is the chairman of the drug company Moderna sounding the alarm?

And: Democracy will be on the ballot in 2024, says former congressman Adam Kinzinger, who talks about being one of only two Republicans on the January 6th committee.

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IDF blasts Gaza refugee camp

Tue, 31 Oct 2023 19:09:59 -0000

First: A massive blast rocks the refugee camp in northern Gaza. The IDF confirms it is responsible. Christiane speaks with former Palestinian peace negotiator Hanan Ashrawi.

Then: Amid the agony for the families of hostages kidnapped by Hamas, Christiane asks one distraught mother about meeting Prime Minister Netanyahu.

Also on today's show: Ukraine's chief diplomatic adviser to President Zelensky; The Economist's diplomatic editor

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Netanyahu predicts a 'long' war

Mon, 30 Oct 2023 19:19:00 -0000

First: Amid desperation in Gaza under fierce Israeli bombardment, we hear from a from a top Red Cross official there.

Next: Former Israeli Prime Minister Ehud Olmert discusses what Netanyahu warns will be a "long and diffcult battle."

Plus: Israeli historian and journalist Gershom Gorenberg; Capitol Hill policeman Harry Dunn.

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IDF "expanding ground operations" in Gaza

Fri, 27 Oct 2023 18:44:00 -0000

The Israel Defense Forces (IDF) is “expanding ground operations” in the Gaza Strip, an IDF spokesperson announced during today's show. The announcement came after a series of intense airstrikes on the besieged enclave earlier Friday night. Multiple CNN reporters in the region, including Nic Robertson and Jake Tapper, provide live coverage during this episode of Amanpour.

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Former Middle East negotiator Aaron David Miller

Thu, 26 Oct 2023 19:31:00 -0000

As desperation for humanitarian relief grows inside Gaza, the possibility of an Israeli ground incursion looms. According to the Hamas-controlled Ministry of Health inside Gaza, more than 6,000 people have died in the ongoing siege of Gaza. Aaron David Miller was a Middle East negotiator for several US administrations and is now a senior fellow at the Carnegie Endowment. He talks to Christiane about divisions in American halls of power when it comes to Israel’s war on Hamas.

Also on today's show: Judy Meyer, Executive Editor, Sun Journal; author McKay Coppins; former US Secretary of State Hillary Clinton

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California Governor Gavin Newsom

Wed, 25 Oct 2023 20:26:00 -0000

Before the catastrophe and threat of wider war in the Middle East, the United States was throwing its strategic weight at its China problem. Today in Beijing, California Governor Gavin Newsom met with President Xi Jinping, who said he hopes Newsom's visit will pave the way for more cooperation between China and the United States.

Also on today's show: historian Tareq Baconi; relationship therapist Esther Perel

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World exclusive: Queen Rania of Jordan interview

Tue, 24 Oct 2023 20:24:00 -0000

As Israel continues bombing Gaza, bringing its health care system to the brink of collapse, Jordan's Queen speaks with Christiane Amanpour about the humanitarian catastrophe and the plight of Palestinians. Plus, seasoned hostage negotiator Gershon Baskin, who played a prominent role in the release of Israeli soldier Gilad Shalit from Hamas’ captivity in 2011, joins to discuss being in touch with both Hamas and the Israeli Government in an unofficial capacity in current negotiations. And, Senior Democratic strategist Waleed Shahid tells Hari Sreenivasan that President Biden sparking anger by saying it's not time for a ceasefire in Gaza, is a political risk for 2024.

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Israeli journalist Ilana Dayan

Mon, 23 Oct 2023 21:41:00 -0000

Israel is mounting limited ground raids into Gaza to prepare for what it calls “the coming stages of the war” and to search for hostages. It’s also ramping up its aerial assault, launching more than 300 attacks on what defense forces claim are military targets belonging to Hamas and Islamic Jihad. Meanwhile, the civilian toll grows dramatically: more than 400 Palestinians, nearly half of them children, were killed in overnight strikes, according to the Hamas-controlled Gaza Health Ministry. Ilana Dayan is one of the Israel’s best-known journalists and joins Christiane from Jerusalem.

Also on today's show: Ghassan Abu-Sittah, British-Palestinian plastic surgeon; Andriy Zagorodnyuk, Former Ukrainian Defense Minister; author Ben Sheehan

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Dealing with the humanitarian crisis in Gaza

Fri, 20 Oct 2023 19:06:00 -0000

The UN warns the conditions on the ground in Gaza are "increasingly dire," with food, water and medicine all running critically low. Right now, trucks carrying vital aid are unable to get to those who desperately need it. The Egyptian Food Bank is one of the organizations eager to cross. Their CEO Mohsen Sarhan joins the show from the border.

Also on today's show: Benoit Carpentier, spokesperson for International Federation of the Red Cross; Robin Wright, contributing write for the New Yorker and distinguished scholar for the US Institute of Peace; Ory Slonim, former special adviser to Israel’s defense minister; Steve Inskeep, cohost of NPR Morning Edition

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Will Israel learn from the US' mistakes?

Thu, 19 Oct 2023 18:26:00 -0000

First: President Biden warned Israel not to make the same mistakes the US did after 9/11. But will Netanyahu listen? Christiane puts that crucial question to former IDF counterterror expert Miri Eisen.

Then: In 2009 a phone call shocked Israel to its core. A doctor in Gaza suffers unbearable loss. A journalist in Israel broadcast his grief to the nation. Now we hear from them again.

Plus: As Joe Biden reckons with disastrous and mistakes in Afghanistan, International Correspondent Anna Coren documents the tragic impact on women and girls.

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UN Emergency Relief Coordinator Martin Griffiths

Wed, 18 Oct 2023 20:48:00 -0000

As Joe Biden arrived in Israel today, anger boiled over across the region after a Gaza hospital was hit last night. Israel and the United States say it was a failed rocket launch by Palestinian militants, but Palestinian officials immediately blamed Israel, prompting street protests from Lebanon to Tunisia and Arab leaders to cancel face-to-face meetings with Biden. Martin Griffiths is Emergency Relief Coordinator for the United Nations and joins Christiane from Cairo, where he has been meeting with Egyptian officials.

Also on today's show: Marwan Muasher; Former Foreign Minister of Jordan / Vice President for Studies, Carnegie Endowment for International Peace; Richard Haass, Emeritus President, Council of the Foreign Relations / Former US State Department diplomat; Rashid Khalidi, Edward Said Professor of Modern Arab Studies, Columbia University / Author, “The Hundred Years’ War on Palestine”

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Egyptian Foreign Minister Sameh Shoukry

Tue, 17 Oct 2023 18:46:00 -0000

President Joe Biden is heading to Israel tonight in a show of solidarity since 1,400 people were slaughtered, and ahead of a major Israeli offensive. The German Chancellor Olaf Scholz was there today. Leaders will also insist that international law is observed, and innocent Palestinian life is protected. At least 3,000 people have been killed in Gaza since airstrikes began. Immediate concerns center on trying to get life's basic necessities to the people who are currently under Israeli siege. Christiane speaks with the Egyptian Foreign Minister Sameh Shoukry to ask how long this can continue.

Also on today's show: Sharone Lifschitz, whose parents were taken hostage by Hamas; Radek Sikorski, Former Polish Foreign Minister / European Parliament Member; Sari Bashi, Program Director, Human Rights Watch

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Special report: Inside Gaza

Mon, 16 Oct 2023 18:41:00 -0000

US Secretary of State Antony Blinken is back in Israel today, meeting with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu in an ongoing diplomatic push to prevent fighting in Gaza from escalating across the region. President Biden says that while “taking out” Hamas extremists is necessary, a prolonged occupation of Gaza would be a “big mistake.” Ibrahim Dahman is a journalist inside Gaza, who had to evacuate his own home in the face of Israeli airstrikes. He has this first-person account of what life is like in Gaza right now.

Also on today's show: Lynn Hastings, UN Resident Coordinator for the Occupied Palestinian Territory; Yair Lapid, Former Prime Minister of Israel; Mustafa Barghouti, President, Palestinian National Initiative; Susan Glasser, Staff writer, The New Yorker

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IDF conducts local raids in Gaza

Fri, 13 Oct 2023 22:32:00 -0000

Israel Defense Forces troops have carried out local raids in Gaza in search for hostages. The news comes after the Israeli military warned people in northern Gaza to move south immediately, and the United Nations saying that only 24 hours’ notice was given to evacuate. For the latest on the unfolding story, Becky Anderson joins the show live from Jerusalem.

Also on today's show: Jan Egeland, Secretary General, Norwegian Refugee Council; Ayelet Gundar-Goshen, Clinical Psychologist / Author, “The Wolf Hunt”; Hillary Clinton, former US Secretary of State; Ambassador Dennis Ross, former US Special Envoy for Middle East Talks / Distinguished Fellow, Washington Institute for Near East Policy

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What next in Gaza?

Thu, 12 Oct 2023 18:57:00 -0000

As Israel gears to avenge its murdered, the big question on many minds is: what is coming next? Especially in Gaza, which knows it will pay a heavy price for Hamas’ actions. Desperation is growing: there is no electricity, food and water coming in, and Israel’s energy minister says their siege will remain in place until Israeli hostages are returned. Netanyahu’s longtime confidant and senior adviser Mark Regev joins the program to discuss.

Also on today's show: British-Palestinian surgeon Ghassan Abu Sittah; Israeli author and historian Yuval Noah Harari; Rockefeller Foundation President Rajiv Shah

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Amanpour, October 11, 2023

Wed, 11 Oct 2023 18:50:00 -0000

Amanpour brings you continuing coverage of the Israel-Hamas war.

For daily information on the Israel-Gaza conflict, check out CNN's podcast ‘Tug of War: Attack on Israel’ here: https://link.chtbl.com/NukCF-ki

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Shock, trauma, and the agony of uncertainty

Tue, 10 Oct 2023 19:01:00 -0000

Israel has been rocked to its core by Hamas’ brutal surprise attack. At least 1,000 people have been killed in Israel since the start of the Hamas assault, Meantime the Palestinian Health Ministry says the death toll in Gaza is now more than 800, with more than 4,000 injured. The fighting continues to rage on, with the UN calling the latest developments "bone-chilling."

Ehud Barak was Israel’s prime minister from 1999 to 2001. Before that he was Israel’s defense minister for nearly six years. Barak tells Christiane why the Hamas attack was “the most severe blow” in Israel’s “entire existence.”

Also on today's show: Abbey Onn, a relative of five of the Israeli's being held hostage; Khamis Elessi, a doctor in Gaza; Imran Ahmed, CEO, Center for Countering Digital Hate; John Kirby, National Security Council Coordinator for Strategic Communication

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Special episode: Israel at war

Mon, 09 Oct 2023 18:37:00 -0000

The United States and its allies have declared unwavering support for Israel after Hamas launched a surprise assault from Gaza on Saturday that killed more than 700 people, took dozens hostage and left thousands more injured. These numbers are expected to rise. Gaza is being hit with near-continuous airstrikes as Israel has declared war. So far, more than 550 Palestinians have died, with thousands more injured according to the Palestinian Health Ministry in Gaza. And there are concerns of broader conflict as the Israeli Defense Forces reveals it is also striking within Lebanese territory. Christiane presents special coverage of these unprecedented events.

Joining this show: Alexandra Ariev, whose sister was kidnapped near Gaza; Amit Ganish, who survived attack at Israeli festival; IDF spokesperson Jonathan Conricus; former Israeli Foreign Minister Tzipi Livni; former Mossad Director Efraim Halevy; Oxfam humanitarian worker Omar Ghraieb; Norwegian Refugee Council Secretary General Jan Egeland

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Special report: Inside Iran's notorious Evin prison

Sun, 08 Oct 2023 13:13:00 -0000

“A woman, a human rights advocate, and a Freedom fighter.” That’s how the Nobel Committee Chair described Narges Mohammadi, the winner of this year’s Nobel Peace Prize. Mohammadi, who is currently imprisoned in Iran’s notorious Evin Prison, has spent her life campaigning for women’s rights and the abolition of the death penalty in her country. Ahead of the Nobel announcement, with the help of intermediaries, correspondent Jomana Karadsheh interviewed Mohammadi via letter and audio recording from inside Evin Prison.

Also on today's show: Gloria Browne-Marshall, attorney, activist and professor of constitutional law; historian Heather Cox Richardson; musician and record company exec Herb Alpert

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Special report: The brave, defiant women of Afghanistan

Thu, 05 Oct 2023 18:19:00 -0000

Last month marked two years since the Taliban began effectively outlawing female education. Girls are not allowed to go to school from 6th grade onwards and are barred from universities. But a clandestine network of brave woman have set-up secret classrooms across the country in direct defiance of the ban. Correspondent Salma Abdelaziz reports.

Also on today's show: Former Secretary of State Hillary Rodham Clinton and political scientist Norm Ornstein on Kevin McCarthy's historic downfall; author Yascha Mounk; New Yorker staff writer Sheelah Kolhatka

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Stemming the extreme-right tide

Wed, 04 Oct 2023 18:41:00 -0000

European Union foreign ministers gathered in Kyiv this week for their first-ever meeting outside the union, but leaders are on edge across the West after a series of political earthquakes. In a recent New York Times column, Oxford University history professor Anton Jager wrote, "Europe's extreme-right tide has been a long time coming.” He joins the program alongside Liana Fix, Fellow for Europe for the Council on Foreign Relations, to discuss the latest news.

Also on today's show: author Ruth Simmons; Jessica Bennett, Contributing Editor, The New York Times & Mitch Prinstein, Chief Science Officer, American Psychological Association

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Exclusive: Kosovo President Vjosa Osmani

Wed, 04 Oct 2023 18:06:00 -0000

It’s the worst flare up of violence in the Balkans in decades between Serbia and Kosovo following the news that Serbia moved thousands of troops to the joint border last week, after a shootout that killed both Serbs and Kosovars. Yesterday, Serbian President Aleksandar Vucic joined the show for an exclusive interview in which he claimed Serbia has no intentions of invading Kosovo, that they plan to withdraw forces from the border and will hold the instigator of the shootout to account. Today, Kosovo’s President Vjosa Osmani joins the show to discuss what her country can do to normalize tensions between the two countries.

Also on today's show: US House Democrat Elissa Slotkin; director Rebecca Miller; former New York City Commissioner of the Department of Correction

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Exclusive: Serbian President Aleksandar Vučić

Mon, 02 Oct 2023 18:38:00 -0000

Peace in Kosovo has long been fragile, and tensions with its neighbor Serbia are right now drawing international concern. The roots of these tensions run deep. In 1999, the United States and allies defended Kosovar Albanians from brutal ethnic cleansing and abuse by Serbia. Afterwards, Kosovo declared independence in 2008, which Serbia does not recognize, although the EU has been mediating dialogue aimed at normalizing the relationship. Serbian President Aleksandar Vučić joins the show from Belgrade for an exclusive interview.

Also on today's show: author Heather McGhee; Carter Center CEO Paige Alexander; Pulitzer Prize-winning reporter David Cay Johnston

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Remembering Dianne Feinstein

Sat, 30 Sep 2023 16:56:00 -0000

The longest-serving female senator in US history, California’s Dianne Feinstein died today at the age of 90. Feinstein came to national prominence before taking her senate seat, becoming mayor of San Francisco in 1978 following the tragic assassination of Mayor George Moscone and Harvey Milk. Over a decade later, she then won a special senate election that sent her to Washington, where she worked tirelessly for gun laws. By the time Feinstein was elected to a fifth full term in 2018, she was the oldest sitting US Senator. Senator Patty Murray and former Congresswoman Jane Harman knew Feinstein well and they join the program with reflections on her life and legacy.

Also on today's show: Former US Ambassador to Azerbaijan Matthew Bryza; Wall Street Journal World Coverage Chief Gordon Fairclough; White House National Climate Adviser Ali Zaidi

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Fox eyes life after Rupert

Thu, 28 Sep 2023 18:46:00 -0000

92-year-old Rupert Murdoch stepped aside last week as chairman of the Fox Corporation and News Corp, triggering a potentially seismic shift in media spanning the globe. Christiane looks at where the empire strikes next, now that it’s in the hands of Murdoch’s first son Lachlan. She is joined by Andrew Neil, former editor of the Murdoch-owned Sunday Times of London, and tech and media journalist Kara Swisher.

Also on today's show: 26.2 to Life director Christine Yoo & subject Markelle Taylor; author Helen Prejean (from the Amanpour archives)

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Focus on the climate

Wed, 27 Sep 2023 20:10:23 -0000

Leaders around the world are rolling back climate policies and pledges, purportedly to boost their economies. In Britain, the government has just approved a huge new oil and gas field in the North Sea, one week after Prime Minister Rishi Sunak slow-rolled carbon neutral targets. The International Energy Agency says that limiting global warming to 1.5 degrees Celsius would require no new drilling, while a new report by Oxford University finds that Britain's energy needs could be met entirely by wind and solar power by 2050. The deputy leader of the UK Green Party, Zack Polanski, joins the show to discuss climate politics, UK energy security, and future energy supply.

Also on today's show: Betsey Stevenson, professor of economics and public policy and former adviser to President Obama, discusses whether the green agenda in the US is at risk, as well as the future of electrical vehicles and auto makers.

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Exclusive interview: Ukraine's new Minister of Defense

Tue, 26 Sep 2023 20:41:00 -0000

Facing the likelihood of a long war against Russia, Ukraine is seemingly ready for a strategic reset – a move that President Zelensky has marked with a new defense minister. Rustem Umerov took on the new role less than three weeks ago with plans to rebuild Ukraine’s store of ammunition by ramping up local production wherever possible. In his first and exclusive interview, he joins the show to discuss the progress of the counteroffensive, his nation’s weapons systems, and the fate of Russia’s Black Sea Fleet Chief, who was seen today in a Kremlin video despite Ukraine’s claims to have killed him.

Also on today's show: US House Democrat Pat Ryan; Muzaffar Chishti, Senior Fellow, Migration Policy Institute; Iranian women's rights activist Elahe Tavakolian

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German Foreign Minister Annalena Baerbock

Mon, 25 Sep 2023 19:26:00 -0000

Just behind the US in donations of aid to Ukraine is Germany, which last year changed its constitution to rapidly upgrade the country’s military in the wake of the Russian invasion and vowed to provide Ukraine with help for as long as it takes. German Foreign Minister Annalena Baerbock joins the show to explain how that vow has shaped her nation’s affairs.

Also on today's show: Former British Tory minister and MP Rory Stewart; New York Times tech reporter Kashmir Hill

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Feature interview: Malaysian PM Anwar Ibrahim

Fri, 22 Sep 2023 17:45:00 -0000

The high-level week of the United Nations General Assembly is coming to a close, a week where the war in Ukraine and the defense of democracy took center stage. But no-shows included Russian President Putin and Chinese leader Xi Jinping. Rising Chinese power and influence in the Indo-Pacific region are a big focus for Anwar Ibrahim, the prime minister of Malaysia, balancing relations with both China and the United States. Christiane speaks to Ibrahim about this, as well as his own incredible journey from protest leader to political prisoner to prime minister.

Also: author Ann Patchett; author Loren Grush

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Ukraine's diplomatic crises

Thu, 21 Sep 2023 19:50:00 -0000

World leaders are wrapping up another UN General Assembly, a summit reflecting on a year of mounting challenges for UN nations, from the climate crisis to the war in Ukraine. As Kyiv’s counteroffensive continues, President Zelensky used his address to the UN to appeal for support and is now setting his sights on further assistance from Washington as he makes his case at the Capitol. But the leader is facing diplomatic setbacks, as Republicans in Congress threaten to cut off aid and neighboring country Poland announces it will no longer send weapons to Ukraine. US Ambassador to NATO Kurt Volker joins the show from Washington DC.

Also on today's show: Qatari Prime Minister Mohammed bin Abdulrahman bin Jassim Al Thani; acting US Deputy Secretary of State Victoria Nuland; Law professor Tim Wu

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Reporting from the UN General Assembly

Wed, 20 Sep 2023 19:54:00 -0000

First: As the UN General Assembly meets in New York City, Ireland Taoiseach Leo Varadkar speaks about the fight against imperialism, the importance of Ireland not being a member of NATO, the climate crisis, advocacy for a unified Ireland, and the UK's recent Northern Ireland Troubles Act.

Next: Australian Minister for Foreign Affairs Penny Wong speaks about Canada and India's mutual expulsion of diplomats over alleged Indian government connection to the murder of Canadian Sikh leader Hardeep Singh Nijjar. She also discusses obstacles to global peace, Australia's environmentalist goals, and Indigenous recognition in the Australian constitution.

Then: UN Secretary-General António Guterres discusses the state of the war in Ukraine, and advocates for military support for Ukraine.

Later: Writer Diana B. Henriques discusses on the Great Depression, the New Deal, Franklin D. Roosevelt, and her book, Taming the Street.

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Inside the UN General Assembly

Tue, 19 Sep 2023 18:43:00 -0000

At the United Nations General Assembly, more than a hundred world leaders are gathering to discuss pressing world issues, from climate to grinding poverty. But Russian president Vladimir Putin and Chinese president Xi Jinping are missing in action; and the Ukraine war is diverting attention from other vital priorities, like climate change or promoting global equality. Ireland's Taoiseach Leo Varadkar told fellow leaders, “We are not where need to be” in meeting these sustainable development goals.

Also on today’s show: Australian Foreign Minister Penny Wong; NATO Secretary General Jens Stoltenberg; author Diana B. Henriques

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Freed prisoners, the UN general assembly, and HIV/AIDS relief

Mon, 18 Sep 2023 19:31:00 -0000

Five Americans detained in Iran are free and on their way to the United States, as part of a US-Iran agreement, which also includes the release of $6 billion in Iranian funds for humanitarian use. Christiane is joined by US National Security spokesperson John Kirby, and later by Jared Genser, who represents former detainee Siamak Namazi.

As world leaders gather in New York for the United Nations General Assembly, they face cascading challenges – from the war in Ukraine to the critical climate crisis. Christiane sat down with UN Secretary General António Guterres.

20 years ago, President Bush introduced one of the United States’s most successful foreign aid programs, PEPFAR. The plan for AIDS relief has saved 25 million lives but is now under threat. House Republicans are opposing funding for it, which expires at the end of the month, over abortion politics. Steven Thrasher is a HIV and AIDS scholar and joins the show to discuss the global impact of this relief.

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Despite government crackdown, change is underway in Iran

Fri, 15 Sep 2023 19:35:00 -0000

President Biden today marked one year since the death of Mahsa Amini, who died after being manhandled by Iran’s “morality police” for not wearing her hijab properly. Many protesters hoped for the downfall of the regime in the wake of her death, but the ayatollahs have survived, and the regime is rounding up activists and journalists, hoping to pre-empt any new demonstrations. Mahnaz Afkhami was minister of women’s affairs in Iran’s government before the 1979 Islamic revolution, and she joins the show to explain why she believes that, despite the regime’s brutal crackdown, change is underway inside Iran.

Also on today’s show: correspondent Jomana Karadsheh reports from Libya; Norwegian Refugee Council’s Jan Egeland; Catherine Fieschi, Director, Open Society Foundations Europe and Central Asia

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Walter Isaacson on his new book, ‘Elon Musk’

Thu, 14 Sep 2023 18:59:00 -0000

Elon Musk needs no introduction. The world’s richest person, he's a divisive figure, a villain to some, a genius to others. Like many powerful billionaires, he also finds himself willing and able to affect policy, even amid a war. Our colleague Walter Isaacson spent two years shadowing Musk. The result is a 670-page biography that’s certainly making waves, as Walter and Christiane discussed when they sat down in New York.

Also on today’s show: #MeToo Founder Tarana Burke & Mariam Mangera, Project Coordinator of the National Shelter Movement of South Africa; New Yorker staff writer Susan Glasser

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Libya's catastrophic floods

Wed, 13 Sep 2023 18:48:00 -0000

Devastating natural disasters and human tragedy are bedeviling North Africa. In Libya, there are harrowing stories of bodies filling the streets after massive floods caused by a torrential downpour that smashed through two dams. More than 6,000 are presumed dead, at least 10,000 are missing and 30,000 have been displaced. These are huge numbers in a failing state, which urgently needs help. Correspondent Ben Wedeman has the details.

Also on today's show: New York State Senator Jessica Ramos and Christine Quinn, CEO of "Women in Need" (WIN), New York City's largest shelter; author Simon Schama; Dr. Daniela J. Lamas

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Ben Wallace, Paul Krugman, Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie, and Paul Tough

Tue, 12 Sep 2023 19:53:00 -0000

First: Former UK defense secretary Ben Wallace talks about Kim Jung Un and Vladimir Putin's recent meeting, the war in Ukraine, and the aftermath of the War in Afghanistan.

Next: Economist Paul Krugman believes that the US economy is healthy, despite most people in the US believing the contrary.

Then: Writer Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie discusses her new children's book “Mama's Sleeping Scarf”, which she wrote for her daughter.

Later: Writer Paul Tough says that fewer people in the US are going to college due to rising costs and inequality.

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Special report: Devastation in Morocco

Mon, 11 Sep 2023 19:02:00 -0000

Morocco continues to deal with the catastrophic damage caused by last week's earthquake, the worst temblor to hit the country in over a century. While it struck close to the economic and tourist hub of Marrakesh, the worst destruction is in isolated areas which are difficult to access. Whole villages have been crushed, historical sites damaged, and many have lost everything. Reporter Sam Kiley joins the show from a hospital in the hard-hit city of Asni, followed by Sam Bloch, Director of Emergency Response for World Central Kitchen, and Khalid Zerouali, Morocco’s director of the Interior Ministry.

Also on today's show: Former Pentagon official Evelyn Farkas; author Naoise Mac Sweeney

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Biden at the G20

Fri, 08 Sep 2023 18:29:00 -0000

It’s a high-stakes weekend ahead for world leaders arriving in India for the G20 summit. For President Joe Biden, it’s an opportunity to showcase the United States’ take on the global world order, in the absence of Russian President Vladimir Putin and Chinese leader Xi Jinping. It’s a pitch that not only matters for America’s standing abroad but also for Biden’s own ratings at home, which new polling shows are struggling even within his own camp. To discuss all this, we are joined by Evan Osnos, who profiled President Biden in his book Joe Biden: American Dreamer, and Mona Charen, policy editor for The Bulwark.

Also on today's show: Mexican author, poet and women’s rights activist Gabriela Jaurgeui; Wall Street Journal reporter Melissa Korn; Ricky McKinnie & Jimmy Carter of The Blind Boys of Alabama gospel group

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'The Last Politician'

Thu, 07 Sep 2023 15:05:00 -0000

President Biden will soon travel to India for this weekend’s G20 summit in New Delhi, where climate change, economic development, and the war in Ukraine will all be on the agenda. Many of Biden’s fellow world leaders will no doubt be quizzing him on the 2024 presidential election and wondering whether they need to brace for Trump 2.0. One useful source of insight could be a new book, one of the most anticipated political tomes of the year: Franklin Foer’s The Last Politician. It recounts Biden’s first two years in office, from the inauguration to the sweeping domestic legislation, the Afghanistan debacle to his administration’s stalwart support of Ukraine. Foer joins Christiane from New York to discuss.

Also on today's show: actor Jodie Foster, author Sung-Yoon Lee

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Climate summit recommends global carbon tax

Wed, 06 Sep 2023 18:40:00 -0000

This summer has seen nations across the world battle wildfires and extreme temperatures. It now has the dubious honor of being the world’s hottest summer on record, according to the latest European Union data. This comes just as the first-ever African climate summit comes to close. Hosted by Kenya and the African Union, the event called for the establishment of a global carbon tax system. Damilola Ogunbiyi is the co-chair of UN Energy and joins the show from the summit in Nairobi.

Also on today's show: Richard Haass, President Emeritus, Council on Foreign Relations; Bobby Ghosh, Columnist, Bloomberg / Former Editor in Chief, Hindustan Times; author/activist Baratunde Thurston, host of PBS' "America Outdoors"

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US Ambassador to Japan Rahm Emanuel

Tue, 05 Sep 2023 18:22:00 -0000

The White House is publicly revealing intelligence that suggests the North Korean dictator Kim Jong Un could meet Russian President Vladimir Putin soon. The administration says Moscow is trying to drum up weapons and ammunition for its war in Ukraine. Meantime Putin will not be meeting with G20 world leaders at this weekend’s summit in India, and it is widely expected the Chinese President Xi Jinping will also not attend. US Ambassador to Japan Rahm Emanuel is at the center of American policy in the Indo-Pacific region and was at Camp David when President Biden hosted a rare gathering with leaders of Japan and South Korea last month. Christiane speaks to him from Tokyo.

Also on today's show: Rama Yade, Senior Director, Atlantic Council Africa Center; Kimberly Teehee, Congressional Delegate Designee, Cherokee Nation

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AI: The power ... and the peril

Mon, 04 Sep 2023 20:07:00 -0000

First: When it comes to artificial intelligence, are we playing with fire? What will this new technology mean for jobs, and how will it change our working lives? Four leaders in their field unpack the uncertainty that lies ahead.

Plus: Policing AI-generated misinformation ahead of crucial US elections.

And: How to regulate a technology that even its creators don't fully understand.

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Ukrainian Foreign Minister Dmytro Kuleba

Fri, 01 Sep 2023 18:55:00 -0000

Ukraine says its forces are making progress on the southern front, claiming to have penetrated the first line of Russian defenses in the Zaporizhzhia region. But Kyiv feels these efforts are unrecognized by some in the west. The foreign minister lashed out at what he calls unfair second guessing while in Spain this week, where he was meeting with European foreign ministers. He’s now back in Kyiv, where Christiane spoke to him about those comments.

Also on today's show: Save Ukraine CEO Mykola Kuleba; Sang-Hyup Kim, Co-chair, South Korea's Presidential Commission on Carbon Neutrality and Green Growth

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Behind the Ukraine drone training

Thu, 31 Aug 2023 19:18:09 -0000

Drones are again targeting Russia, with one shot down near Moscow and three more intercepted in the Bryansk region bordering Ukraine, Russian officials say. It comes just one day after Russia faced its biggest drone assault since the war began. Drones are becoming gamechangers in this fight, and some experts say they're transforming the nature of war itself. Military officials say Ukraine is losing more than 40 drones a day, and ordinary citizens are being recruited to make up the shortfall for the frontlines, as Christiane saw at a drone training center in Ukraine.

For more on how drone technology is re-shaping the battlefield, Christiane is joined by James Rogers, adviser on drones to NATO and the UK, and General Sir Richard Shirreff, former NATO Deputy Supreme Allied Commander for Europe.

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Missile strikes, drone attacks, and another coup

Thu, 31 Aug 2023 14:17:29 -0000

Russian forces conducted a massive drone and missile strike on Kyiv at the crack of dawn, the largest attack since spring, officials say. Remarkably, all 28 cruise missiles were intercepted, though two people were killed by falling debris. But perhaps more significant, a drone attack inside Russia: multiple regions were targeted, across almost a thousand kilometers. At its core, the defense of Ukraine had been framed by President Biden as a defense of democracy around the world, including Africa, where a group of military officers seized power in Gabon, in what appears to be the latest in a string of coups across the continent. Fiona Hill, a former deputy assistant to President Donald Trump and a veteran Russia-watcher, joins Christiane to explore what this all means.

Also on today's show: EU High Representative for Foreign Affairs; NATO Secretary General Jens Stoltenberg; author Drew Gilpin Faust

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Special report: The toll of war near the frontline

Tue, 29 Aug 2023 18:41:50 -0000

Breaking through Russian defenses in the south, the Ukrainian military is reporting advances near Robotyne – in the Zaporizhzhia region. As battles continue along the frontline some local officials say they are evacuating children from areas close to fighting. As Melissa Bell found out, despite these military gains, little has changed for civilians living amid the toll of war. She reports from Stepnohirs’k – just four miles from the Zaporizhzhia front line.

Also on today's show: former Ukrainian Defense Minister Andriy Zagorodnyuk; former US Central Command Commander David Petraeus; former US Attorney General Alberto Gonzales

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Special report: A day at the beach ... in a war zone

Mon, 28 Aug 2023 18:36:37 -0000

Known as "the pearl of the Black Sea," Ukrainian city Odesa has borne the brunt of Russian missile attacks in the last few weeks. Before the Russian invasion of Ukraine, nearly two thirds of the country’s exports and imports moved through Odesa’s ports. The city was also a thriving holiday destination and Ukrainians have flocked back to its beaches this summer. Reporting from Odesa, Christiane found out how important that is for people trying to soothe their trauma, including soldiers battling the physical and mental scars of war. She's joined by Odesa mayoral adviser Nikolai Viknyansky.

Also on today's show: Moldova President Maia Sandu; Odesa restaurant owner Nika Lozovska; author Michael Eric Dyson

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A warning from John Kerry

Sat, 26 Aug 2023 13:14:37 -0000

First: "One of the most dangerous moments in human history." That's how America's top climate official John Kerry refers to the catastrophic wildfires raging around the world. The 2004 Democratic presidential nominee joins the show.

Plus: Calling his latest criminal indictment a "travesty of justice, Donald Trump surrenders but remains well ahead of the rest of the Republican presidential field. CNN Chief National Correspondent John King met with voters across the country to find out what they think.

And: A conversation with Grammy Award-winning musician Jason Isbell.

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Accident? Or assassination?

Thu, 24 Aug 2023 19:14:20 -0000

First: Yevgeny Prigozhin is presumed dead in a plane crash. We explore the extraordinary demise of Wagner's chief and what it says about Putin's Russia.

Then: The elephant not in the room. Frontrunner Donald Trump skips the first Republican debate on the day he's due to hand himself in at an Atlanta jail.

Plus: Wildfires devour Greece. We bring you the latest from the ground.

And: As Hawaii picks up the pieces from its own devastating wildfires, Governor Josh Green joins the show.

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Former CIA head David Petraeus

Wed, 23 Aug 2023 19:03:03 -0000

First: As the US faces a world of challenges from Ukraine to Taiwan, we're joined by former CIA chief and four-star General David Petraeus.

Next: India makes history, becoming just the fourth nation to land a spacecraft on the moon.

Then: After the inferno, how will Hawaii recover? As search and rescue efforts continue we're joined by Hawaii governor Josh Green.

Plus: A conversation with the Grammy Award-winning musician Jason Isbell.

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Focus on BRICS

Tue, 22 Aug 2023 18:55:30 -0000

First: BRICS leaders consider growing their ranks as they gather in South Africa. Political scientist Oliver Stuenkel, who's covered the alliance extensively, joins the show to discuss multiple issues, including Putin's notable absence and China's growing influence.

Next: Saudi Arabia is accused of murdering hundreds of migrants in the midst of a major effort to cleanse its image. We speak with Sarah Leah Whitson, Executive Director of Democracy for the Arab World Now.

Then: A Russian crash gives India the edge in its mission to reach the moon's unexplored south poll. We ask the director of the European Space Agency tells us what this means for future exploration.

And: Israel's legendry leader Golda Mier gets the Hollywood treatment in a major new biopic. We're joined by one of her grandchildren and the film's director.

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A game changer for Ukraine

Mon, 21 Aug 2023 19:12:55 -0000

First: Ukrainian Present Zelensky says they are finally getting F-16s and that will change the course of the war.

Next: Desert towns are underwater. Rain is pounding the southwest US. We discuss the extreme weather.

Then: The Guatemala area gets a new president. How did he pull off a stunning win and what does that will mean for Latin America.

Plus: As child gun deaths reach a new record high, we speak to a couple who lost their son in a shooting.

And: Spanish soccer stars head home after a big world cup win. We take a look at how these women beat the odds and ended up on top.

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Assassination rocks Ecuador

Fri, 18 Aug 2023 17:00:00 -0000

Once a peaceful paradise famed as the gateway to the Galapagos Islands, Ecuador is now drawing the global spotlight for a very different reason, as it wrestles with a surge in violent crime. Three politicians have been assassinated there within the last month, with the murder of presidential candidate Fernando Villavicencio shocking the world. But this violent uptick isn’t limited to Ecuador. Drug cartels have long fueled brutality in nearby Mexico, while the bloodshed is now spread all the way south, impacting countries like Chile and Argentina. In an exclusive interview, Rafael Romo sat down with the former running mate of Ecuador’s murdered presidential candidate. She told him how her life has been since that moment, and why she fears for the future of her country.

Also on today's show: Former Mexican Foreign Minister Jorge Castañeda; musician Jon Batiste

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On the frontlines of Ukraine's counteroffensive

Thu, 17 Aug 2023 18:35:52 -0000

The Ukrainian counteroffensive continues, advancing for the second time in two weeks in the southeast of the country with the recapture of the village of Urozhaine. Correspondent Nick Paton Walsh has been with a Ukrainian brigade involved in that fight.

Also on today's show: Russian economist Sergei Guriev; Eric Newman, executive producer of the new Netflix drama "Painkiller"; Stanley Nelson and Valerie Scoon, co-directors of the new documentary, “Sound of the Police”

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Why aren't Biden's achievements resonating with voters?

Wed, 16 Aug 2023 18:25:38 -0000

US President Joe Biden is taking a victory lap as his Inflation Reduction Act celebrates its first year, going on the road and touting the impact of “Bidenomics.” But there’s frustration that easing inflation and strong job numbers aren’t translating into just as strong poll numbers. Biden’s approval rating is hovering around 41%. Bianna is joined by Jared Bernstein, chair of the US Council of Economic Advisers.

Also on today's show: Hawaii Lieutenant Governor Sylvia Luke; Former US Ambassador to South Korea Kathleen Stephens; Eurasia Group President Ian Bremmer & Inflection AI CEO Mustafa Suleyma

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Former Georgia DA on Trump indictment #4

Tue, 15 Aug 2023 18:36:58 -0000

Donald Trump is indicted again, this time in Georgia. The former president is facing 13 felony charges for trying to overturn his 2020 election loss in the state. This is Trump’s fourth criminal indictment, with the former president now facing a total of 91 charges in Georgia, Florida, New York and Washington DC. Former Fulton County Assistant District Attorney Darryl Cohen joins Bianna to discuss the case.

Also on today's show: former Afghan politician Fawzia Koofi; author & journalist David Quammen; writer & director Jared Moshé

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The latest on the Maui wildfires

Mon, 14 Aug 2023 18:57:32 -0000

It’s America’s deadliest fire in more than a hundred years. At least 96 people have been killed in Maui, after wildfires fueled by powerful winds tore across the island at speeds of a mile a minute. The historic town of Lahaina became ruins overnight. As search and rescue efforts continue it is believed the death toll will grow. Island residents who survived have lost family and friends to the fires as well as livelihoods. Correspondent Mike Valerio joins Bianna from Maui with an update on the situation from the ground.

Also on today's show: Polish ambassador to the US Marek Magierowski; Atlantic staff writer Jennifer Senior; author Jason Stanley

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Former British PM Gordon Brown: Unite against Taliban

Fri, 11 Aug 2023 21:04:41 -0000

Nearly two years ago Americans hastily left Afghanistan and the Taliban took over. Any hope that this Taliban might be a more moderate version has all but vanished. The rights of women and girls are continuously under assault. Secondary schools are still closed for girls and the latest edict closed beauty salons, not just a place of work but one of the last all-women spaces for socializing. Gordon Brown was Britain’s Prime Minister during the war in Afghanistan. He is now making a bold declaration that the denial of female education and any rights for women in Afghanistan should be declared a crime against humanity. In an op-ed for Britain’s Guardian newspaper, he is calling on world leaders to unite against the Taliban’s repression of women and girls. He joins the show from Fife in Scotland.

Also on today's show: Special report on Iran's hijab crackdown; NYT columnist Jamelle Bouie on the current state of US politics

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Americans finally released from Iranian prison

Thu, 10 Aug 2023 18:38:17 -0000

Today's show begins with a huge break in a story we’ve been covering for years. A group of Americans imprisoned in Iran have just been released from Tehran’s notorious Evin Prison. This includes the longest held, 51-year-old Siamak Namazi, who has been languishing there for more than seven years. After being left behind in three previous prisoner swaps, Siamak went to extraordinary lengths on this show five months ago, making a public appeal for his release and that of his fellow Iranian-Americans Emad Shargi and Morad Tabaz. Christiane has a report on how it all unfolded, followed by interviews with Siamak's lawyer Jared Genser, CNN US Security Correspondent Kylie Atwood, and Washington Post writer Jason Rezaian, who spent 18 months in an Iranian prison.

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How to protect the rainforests

Wed, 09 Aug 2023 18:58:55 -0000

Rainforests help prevent our planet from overheating and deliver the oxygen we breathe but are under attack at an alarming rate. This week, eight South American presidents have been meeting in Brazil, where they all agreed to stop the rainforest’s destruction before the point of no return. But deciding on a destination is one thing, while agreeing on how to get there is something else. So how to turn talk into action? Gina McCarthy was EPA administrator under President Obama and subsequently served as President Biden’s top climate advisor, helping spearhead a landmark climate bill to slash America’s carbon emissions. She joins Christiane to discuss.

Also on today's show: Journalist and author Sally Hayden; British Labour MP Chris Bryant; Toshi Yoshihara, Senior Fellow, Center for Strategic and Budgetary Assessments

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US Republican presidential candidate Chris Christie

Wed, 09 Aug 2023 13:47:03 -0000

Despite the intense legal heat of three indictments, and the mounting cost of expensive lawyers, Donald Trump is ahead of the rest of the pack, racing to become the 2024 Republican presidential nominee. Most of his rivals are too timid to take him on, but not Chris Christie. The former federal prosecutor, New Jersey governor, and now Republican presidential candidate, Christie says that Trump "cannot be the nominee" and will not win the election against Biden. He joins the show from New York.

Also on today's show: playwright Gillian Slovo; author James McBride

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War crime, assassination plot, peace conference

Mon, 07 Aug 2023 18:32:28 -0000

A split-screen moment dominates the news about Ukraine. From Kyiv, President Volodymir Zelensky accuses President Vladimir Putin of yet more war crimes, after a drone attack on a blood transfusion center in the east. And Ukraine’s security services detain a woman suspected of being part of a Russian plot to assassinate Zelensky. While across continents, dozens of nations have just wrapped up a weekend peace conference for Ukraine. Russia was not invited to the event in Saudi Arabia, but China was. It was an important diplomatic coup for Ukraine, which wants to push the Global South into recognising Russia as the aggressor. Christiane discusses this all with Yevgeniya Gaber, a former top foreign policy advisor to Ukraine’s prime minister.

Also on today's show: Craig Martell, US Defense Department Chief Digital & AI Officer; author Donovan Ramsey; ultra runner Boas Kragtwijk, who's running from Amsterdam to Kyiv to raise money to buy ambulances for Ukraine’s emergency services.

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Republican Accountability Project founder Sarah Longwell

Fri, 04 Aug 2023 18:34:13 -0000

Fresh from the courtroom and back on the campaign trail, Donald Trump attends a fundraising dinner in Alabama tonight and visits South Carolina on Saturday. Despite his legal issues, the former president is still way ahead of the entire field in the Republican primary. Joining the program to discuss is former Republican strategist and founder of the Republican Accountability Project Sarah Longwell.

Also on today's show: Frontline producer Sasha Joelle Achilli; New York Times reporter Farnaz Fassihi; CNN International Diplomatic Editor Nic Robertson; New Yorker contributing writer Joshua Yaffa

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Amanpour update for August 3, 2023

Thu, 03 Aug 2023 18:35:16 -0000

There is no new episode of the Amanpour showcast. If you haven’t already, please check out CNN’s other podcasts and showcasts at cnn.com/audio.

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A former prosecutor on the latest Trump indictment

Wed, 02 Aug 2023 18:28:48 -0000

The US and the world are reeling after perhaps the most important indictment in American history. Special Counsel Jack Smith laid four federal charges at the door of Donald J. Trump, stating in a 45-page document that the former president conspired to defraud the United States in his attempts to overturn the 2020 election results. If convicted on all charges he could face living out the rest of his life behind bars. To make sense of the thorny legal case against Trump, former prosecutor Jessica Roth joins the program.

Alos on today's show: US House Democrat Joe Neguse; Former US House Republican Joe Walsh; Maternal-fetal physician Dr. Chavi Eve Karkowsky

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Ukraine sends another message to Putin

Tue, 01 Aug 2023 18:16:03 -0000

Ukraine today appeared to send another message to Moscow with a second drone attack targeting the same office building housing Russian government offices. Meanwhile, Russia’s deadly attacks on Ukraine’s civilians continue, including on Zelensky’s hometown Kryvyi Rih. As the war grinds on, Vladimir Putin is digging in, introducing a new law which raises the maximum conscription age from 27 to 30, so large numbers of Russian men will now be available for combat. Russia analyst Alexander Gabuev points to this as evidence that “Putin is looking for a bigger war, not an off-ramp, in Ukraine.” He joins the show, alongside former State Department advisor Karin von Hippel.

Also on today's show: Patrick Gaspard, Former US Ambassador to South Africa / CEO, Center for American Progress; Kamissa Camara, Former Minister of Foreign Affairs in Mali / Senior Advisor for Africa, US Institute of Peace; Lena Andrews, Author, “Valiant Women: The Extraordinary American Servicewomen Who Helped Win World War II”

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US, China butt heads again on Taiwan

Mon, 31 Jul 2023 19:31:51 -0000

Despite a recent diplomatic push to reset relations with China, the Biden administration has now announced a weapons package worth as much as $345 million for Taiwan’s self-defense. Beijing has repeatedly demanded that the US stop the sale of weapons to the island. So, what is the Biden administration’s strategy on China, and how will the dispute over Taiwan’s sovereignty play out? Representative Raja Krishnamoorthi is the top-ranking Democrat on the House Committee on China and was with then-House Speaker Nancy Pelosi when she visited Taiwan last August. He joins the show to discuss.

Also on today's show: Author Lawrence Freedman; World Meteorological Organization Secretary-General Petteri Taalas

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Putin's strengthening alliances

Fri, 28 Jul 2023 18:12:25 -0000

First: With African heads of state gathered in Russia, we look at Putin's strengthening alliances and what it might mean for the war.

Plus: Ukraine continues to suffer the horrors of that war. We speak with those fighting for accountability: the Nobel Peace laureates.

Then: Walter Isaacson explores new rules which aim to prevent harm to workers.

And: As disco diva Grace Jones has a major moment at 75, we look back at Christiane's fascinating conversation with the living legend.

Finally: We bring you another musical treat as Nicola Benedetti, one of the most acclaimed violinists of her generation joins the show with her violin.

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Focus on AI

Thu, 27 Jul 2023 19:20:38 -0000

Whether AI "makes our societies more or less equitable, unlocks breakthroughs or becomes a tool of authoritarians — is up to us." That is the warning, and the call to arms, from the Biden administration this week. In just a few short months, the power and the peril of AI have become the focus of huge public debate. And the conversation could not be more relevant -- as the atomic bomb biopic "Oppenheimer" reminds us all of the danger of unleashing unbelievably powerful technology on the world. To assess all this, Christiane hosts a panel of leaders in the field of artificial technology.

Also on today's show: In a world where it’s increasingly hard to discern fact from fiction, Hari Sreenivasan and Christiane Amanpour discuss the ethical dilemmas of A.I., and why it’s more important than ever to keep real journalists in the game.

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How did we miss the threat of Wagner?

Wed, 26 Jul 2023 19:10:21 -0000

The British government is facing major criticism for overlooking the threat of Wagner, the Russian mercenary network. A parliamentary committee said the UK’s “dismal lack of understanding” over the group’s work in Africa allowed it to flourish. But according to the Washington Post, Russian President Vladimir Putin was so stunned by Wagner’s march on Moscow last month that he froze with indecision for almost a day. Christiane discusses this with Professor of Russian History Robert Service.

Also on today's show: Nobel Peace Prize winner Nadia Murad; former Trump official Miles Taylor; former soccer stars Brandi Chastain and Lianne Sanderson

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Like the weather, race for US president heats up

Tue, 25 Jul 2023 19:14:52 -0000

In the heat of the American summer, presidential candidates are focused on the dead of winter. That’s when the primaries start, just six short months from now. It’s a crowded Republican field and it’s becoming clear that culture wars will be front and center. Florida Governor Ron DeSantis is still waging his battle against “wokeness,” and his latest legislation raises race to a whole new and shocking level, including requiring school children to be taught that slavery equipped slaves with beneficial personal skills. On the Democrat side, there’s Robert F. Kennedy Jr, using his name to spread Covid conspiracy theories and hoping to challenge his own party’s president for the nomination. RFK’s campaign – much like Donald Trump’s – is an undeniable manifestation of a post-pandemic conspiracy-laden political landscape, according to journalist Rebecca Traister, who has just profiled Kennedy for New York Magazine. She joins the show alongside political strategist Joe Trippi.

Also on today's show: Pita Limjaroenrat, Leader, Thailand's Move Forward Party; director Sam Pollard

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Democracy threatened in Israel?

Mon, 24 Jul 2023 19:48:20 -0000

First: Israel is experiencing the biggest internal crisis in the nation's history, as the government passes a controversial move to weaken the Supreme Court and mass protests continue. Christiane asks a leading journalist what this means for their democracy.

And: In Greece, wildfires continue to rage, causing evacuations at the height of holiday season -- yet another sign of devastating climate change. And in the United States, Christiane speaks to attorney Missy Sims and expert/activist Richard Wiles about their fight to hold oil and gas companies accountable.

Then: Spain did not go extreme right in Sunday's snap election, but there's no clear winner, so what's next?

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Dissident Nathan Law, author Colson Whitehead, author Paco de Leon

Fri, 21 Jul 2023 16:59:00 -0000

First: As China tightens its grip on Hong Kong, speaks with targeted dissident Nathan Law about living with a bounty on his head.

Then: In his new book Crook Manifesto, Pulitzer Prize-winning author Colson Whitehead returns to the overlords and underbelly of 1970s Harlem.

And: With the end of student loan forgiveness looming, Michelle Martin speaks with millennial financial expert Paco de Leon.

Plus: A final farewell to Jane Birkin, the 1960s muse who inspired fashion, film and song.

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Ukrainian journalist/activist Daria Kaleniuk

Thu, 20 Jul 2023 21:52:24 -0000

The Ukrainian port city of Odesa has faced its third consecutive night of Russian strikes. These kinds of attacks punctuate the life of Ukrainian journalist and activist Daria Kaleniuk. The head of the Anti-Corruption Action Centre, she's been holding her government, and others, to account during the war. She joins the program from Kyiv.

Also on today's show: USA Today sports columnist Christine Brennan; author Keyu Jin; author Kai Bird

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Israel's president faces US Congress

Wed, 19 Jul 2023 18:16:16 -0000

“Ironclad” is how Israel’s President Isaac Herzog is describing the relationship between his country and the United States. Today he addressed a joint meeting of Congress, just the second Israeli president in history to do so. He was received with strong bipartisan support in the chamber, even as a handful of Democratic lawmakers boycotted today’s address. Former Middle East peace negotiator Dennis Ross joins the show to discuss.

Also on today's show: Chris Krebs, former director of the US Cybersecurity & Infrastructure Security Agency; Amalgamated Bank CEO Priscillia Sims Brown

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Trump, now a 'target,' expects to be arrested

Tue, 18 Jul 2023 18:36:26 -0000

Donald Trump’s legal woes just got a whole lot worse. He’s indicated he expects to be arrested as part of the federal investigation into January 6th and election interference. In a social media post, the former president said he’s been informed by special counsel Jack Smith - who Trump called 'deranged' - that he is a target of the investigation. It would be Trump’s third indictment for alleged criminal offenses. Former federal prosecutor Jessica Roth joins the show to discuss these latest developments.

Also on today's show: former US Defense Secretary William Cohen; Finnish Minister for Foreign Affairs Elina Valtonen; actor-turned-author Ben McKenzie

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How Europe is adapting to rising temps

Mon, 17 Jul 2023 18:26:41 -0000

Greeks are facing life-threatening elements today as temperatures soar with no relief in sight. A wildfire burned near Athens, and tourists sweltered visiting the sites, forcing the temporary closing of the Acropolis. Meanwhile, China recorded its hottest temperature ever – 126 degrees Fahrenheit, just as US Climate Envoy John Kerry touched down in the country. In the US, a heat dome is scorching much of the country and smoke from the Canadian wildfires is spreading over the northeast. Greece’s Tourism Minister Olga Kefalogianni and top WHO official Francesca Racioppi join Bianna Golodryga to discuss how the continent is adapting to rising temperatures.

Also on today's show: "The Bear" writer Alex O’Keefe and actor Shaan Sharma; "Extraordinary Birding" host Christian Cooper

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Russian journalist on Moscow intrigue

Fri, 14 Jul 2023 20:34:13 -0000

The cracks are clear in Moscow in the wake of the failed Wagner mercenary army coup last month. The Russian journalist Mikahil Zygar, who was forced to flee his country when the invasion began, talks about the intrigue unfolding in Moscow, and his new book “War and Punishment” which charts the painful history between his country and Ukraine.

Also on today's show: author Rachel Eliza Griffiths; author Jennifer Pahlka; "Bad Sisters" creator Sharon Horgan

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US has 'no doubt' Ukraine will join NATO

Thu, 13 Jul 2023 18:40:17 -0000

In Ukraine, controversial cluster bombs have just arrived from the US. Ukraine’s military commanders say they will give them the advantage over Russia on the battlefield, but critics say cluster munitions have also killed countless civilians in the past. Meanwhile, on the diplomatic front, US Secretary of Defense Lloyd Austin says he has “no doubt” Ukraine will become part of NATO – but only after the war ends. President Zelensky’s chief diplomatic adviser Igor Zhovkva joins from Kyiv to discuss.

Also on today's show: The director and producer of HBO's new four-part documentary "The Last Call"; IPCC Chairman Dr. Hoesung Lee

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Estonian PM Kaja Kallas

Wed, 12 Jul 2023 19:11:30 -0000

As the critical NATO summit wraps up, Ukrainian President Zelensky may not be walking away with membership to the alliance, but he is leaving with a huge boost in military support. US President Biden and G7 leaders are announcing a new package, Germany is pledging more Patriot missiles, and a coalition of 11 member states is being formed to train Ukrainian pilots on F-16s. Estonia’s Prime Minister Kaja Kallas is one of Ukraine’s fiercest defenders. Living right next door to Russia, she’s consistently called for Europe to up its defense spending. She joins the show from the meeting of world leaders in Vilnius, Lithuania.

Also on today's show: EU Commissioner Thierry Breton; US House Democrat Becca Balint & FEMA Regional Administrator Lori Ehrlich; former Disinformation Governance Board leader Nina Jankowicz

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On the frontlines of the NATO summit

Tue, 11 Jul 2023 21:25:48 -0000

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky got a rockstar welcome in Lithuania, as he arrives for the NATO summit in Vilnius. The president has expressed frustration about the lack of a timeline for his country's membership of the alliance, calling it absurd. This ahead of his meeting with US President Joe Biden tomorrow. The American leader comes to the summit with a win already in the bag, Turkey opening the way for Sweden to join the alliance. Correspondent Melissa Bell reports on the latest details from Vilnius.

Also on today's show: CNN Correspondent Hadas Gold reports from Jerusalem, followed by former Israeli politician Erel Margalit; US Ambassador to NATO Julianne Smith; Alexander Betts, Director of Refugee Studies Centre, University of Oxford; author Xochitl Gonzalez

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Volker: NATO needs Ukraine

Mon, 10 Jul 2023 18:33:08 -0000

As Russian airstrikes continue in Ukraine, NATO leaders are gearing up to hold their summit in Vilnius, Lithuania. The issue dominating the meeting is the much-debated topic of Ukraine’s accession into NATO. However, President Biden has poured cold water over that happening anytime soon by saying Ukraine is not ready for NATO membership. Former US Ambassador Kurt Volker argues that the opposite is true, and that the bloc needs Ukraine. He joins to preview the summit and discuss Ukraine’s position there.

Also on today's show: Former Mexico Foreign Minister Marcelo Ebrard; author Jeff Goodell; award-winning war correspondent Jane Ferguson

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US to send controversial cluster bombs to Ukraine

Fri, 07 Jul 2023 19:14:35 -0000

First: After months of debate, the US announces a major new aid package for Ukraine, including controversial cluster munitions. Joining the show to discuss is the National Security Council's John Kirby.

Plus: Two weeks after after the Wagner mutiny, is Putin weakened? We get the view with Russia from historian Nina Khrushcheva.

And: With all eyes on Wimbledon, we revisit Christiane's candid conversation with tennis great Rafael Nadal.

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Behind the remarkable raid on Prigozhin

Thu, 06 Jul 2023 19:31:20 -0000

As a Russian strike kills civilians in western Ukraine, we get the latest from the ground, and we dig into the extraordinary raid on the St. Petersburg home of Wagner chief Yevgeny Prigozhin with US national security expert Evelyn Farkas. Then, the Taliban ramps up efforts to shut women out of the workplace by closing all beauty salons. A former Afghan diplomat joins the show to discuss.

Also on today's show: Amid fatal flooding and record-breaking temperatures, we get a health check on our planet.

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What next for the West Bank?

Wed, 05 Jul 2023 19:46:49 -0000

The Israeli military incursion into the West Bank is over for now. But at what long-term cost? Joining the show to discuss is Norwegian Refugee Council head Jan Egeland who helped launch the Oslo peace accords.

Plus: After a week of riots across France, the far-right seizes the political moment. French Transportation Minister Clément Beaune weighs in on government efforts to regain control.

And: As Ukraine warns of a potential Russian threat to the Zaporizhzhia nuclear power plant, correspondent Ben Wedeman reports from Eastern Ukraine.

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Colombian peace negotiator Sergio Jaramillo

Fri, 30 Jun 2023 18:42:46 -0000

The Kremlin's war machine in Ukraine shows no signs of slowing. Today, the Kherson region suffered significant Russian shelling. It comes as Ukraine mourns those lost in a strike on a Kramatorsk pizza restaurant on Tuesday -- a blast that killed at least twelve people, including three teenage girls. Colombian peace negotiator Sergio Jaramillo was in that restaurant when the missile struck and he joins the program from Brussels.

Also on today's show: Nic Robertson reports on the latest unrest in France; author C.W. Goodyear; author Michael G. Vickers; Primatologist Jane Goodall (from the archives)

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Should NATO invite Ukraine?

Thu, 29 Jun 2023 18:00:00 -0000

The deadly Russian missile attack on a busy restaurant in Ukraine this week has left the country reeling, and the pressure is on NATO allies to start forging a proper route towards permanent security guarantees for Ukraine. President Zelensky this week stepped up calls for an invitation to join the alliance, and the critical question of whether to proceed will dominate NATO’s summit in Vilnius in two weeks’ time. Anders Fogh Rasmussen is the former secretary general of NATO and a former prime minister of Denmark, now advising the government in Kyiv, and he believes all of Europe’s security would be strengthened by inviting Ukraine into the alliance. Historian and author Stephen Wertheim represents a different view, recently arguing in The New York Times that “Ukraine’s best path to peace is to be well armed and supported outside NATO.” They join the show to discuss.

Also on today's show: former tennis champion Billie Jean King; author Darrin Bell

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Has Russia been weakened?

Wed, 28 Jun 2023 18:35:00 -0000

As the Kremlin struggles to contain the fallout from Yevgeny Prigozhin’s uprising, Russian missiles struck a pizza restaurant in the heart of Kramatorsk, Ukraine, killing at least eleven people. And while the US government is keeping its distance from the thwarted rebellion in Russia, President Joe Biden says Putin has "absolutely" been weakened. CNN Correspondent Ben Wedeman reports from Eastern Ukraine.

Also on today's show: Microsoft President Brad Smith, Georgian President Salome Zourabichvili, musician Graham Nash

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What do the latest developments in Russia mean for Ukraine?

Tue, 27 Jun 2023 19:35:25 -0000

First: Putin thanks his security forces, but what do these cracks within Russia mean for Ukraine? Andriy Yarmak, head of President Zelensky's office, joins Christiane from Kyiv.

Then: Christiane is joined by the young Americans fighting climate change.

Plus: A look at the increasing risks faced by LGBTIQQ people and those helping them to safety.

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What's next for Putin, Russia?

Mon, 26 Jun 2023 19:04:05 -0000

What happened this weekend in Russia stunned the world. And what’s left as another week of war begins, are only questions – Where is Prigozhin? And what is his fate? Where is Putin? And what is he saying to the public? President Biden says he convened allies, and that the United States had absolutely nothing to do with the short-lived rebellion. Former US Ambassador to NATO Kurt Volker joins Christiane to talk about the American view of this weekend’s extraordinary events.

Also on today's show: writer Nina Khrushcheva; former Ukrainian Defense Minister Andriy Zagorodnyuk; writer Dexter Filkins

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Obama: 'Democracy will win if we fight for it'

Fri, 23 Jun 2023 16:22:56 -0000

Today we bring you Christiane's exclusive interview with former President Barack Obama. They explore global threats to democracy, including war in Europe and racial division in America.

Also on today's show: We sit down with a new generation of Democratic voices - three Obama Foundation leaders working to tackle critical challenges today.

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Barack Obama on the challenge to democracy

Thu, 22 Jun 2023 21:01:54 -0000

Christiane joins us from Athens, where she just had an exclusive interview with former US President Barack Obama. There is no setting more fitting than Greece, the birthplace of democracy, for their conversation about democracy’s very survival. Christiane discusses the interview and we hear a part of it here.

Also on today's show: columnist Bobby Ghosh; historian Margaret MacMillan; author Peter Attia

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An expert assesses the submersible rescue effort

Wed, 21 Jun 2023 18:45:41 -0000

A huge search is underway for five people on a missing sub, which is running dangerously low on oxygen. Searchers have picked up the sound of banging underwater, which has given rescue teams hope of finding the submersible. But time is critical as officials think they have less than a day of oxygen left. Colonel Terry Virts is a veteran NASA astronaut, retired colonel in the US Air Force and also close friends with Hamish Harding, who is on the sub. He joins Bianna to talk about the search and rescue operation.

Also on today's show: Vladimir Ashurkov, Russian dissident/Executive Director, Anti-Corruption Foundation; Special Olympics Chairman Timothy Shriver; journalist Linda Villarosa

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Marking World Refugee Day

Tue, 20 Jun 2023 18:30:11 -0000

The UN estimates that 110-million people are displaced worldwide, more than any other time since World War II. Hundreds of migrants are still missing after an overcrowded fishing vessel capsized off the Greek coast. The EU says it may be the worst tragedy the Mediterranean Sea has ever witnessed. President and CEO of the International Rescue Committee David Miliband -- the former UK Foreign Secretary -- joins Christiane to discuss this and mark World Refugee Day.

Also on today's show: Mike Mullen, former Chairman of the US Joint Chiefs of Staff; Harry B. Harris Jr.,former US Ambassador to South Korea and Former Commander, USPACOM; Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala, Director-General, World Trade Organization; photographer Matika Wilbur

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'Partygate' rears its ugly head again

Mon, 19 Jun 2023 18:42:03 -0000

Today sees a moment of reckoning for Britain, as parliament votes on a report condemning former Prime Minister Boris Johnson for deliberately lying about how his own team flouted Covid rules. The result could have imposed a 90-day suspension on Johnson, but he pre-emptively resigned last week, lashing out at what he called a “kangaroo court." Now, a new video has emerged showing Conservative aides dancing and drinking during lockdown. Christiane discusses this with former Conservative MP Dominic Grieve and political reporter Tom McTague.

Also on today's show: law professor Anita Hill; author Rachel Louise Snyder; Iranian chef Nasim Alikhani

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Ukrainian Ambassador to the UK Vadym Prystaiko

Fri, 16 Jun 2023 18:42:15 -0000

Ukraine’s Foreign Minister has said “Russia wants more war, not peace” after Kyiv faced what he said was its largest missile attack in weeks. President Vladimir Putin also confirmed today that the first tactical nuclear weapons to be stored in Belarus have arrived there. Meanwhile, African leaders are in Ukraine on what they are calling a peace mission. The next stop for those representatives is Russia, where they are set to meet with Putin. All of this takes place as President Zelensky continues to appeal for weapons to support his country’s counteroffensive. Ukraine’s Ambassador to the UK Vadym Prystaiko joins Bianna to discuss the latest.

Also on today’s show: Chinese artist Badiucao; historian & author Ned Blackhawk; actress and former UK politician Glenda Jackson (from the archives)

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The time for 'intense diplomacy'

Thu, 15 Jun 2023 17:58:58 -0000

Now is the time for “intense diplomacy” – that’s what the White House is saying, as Secretary of State Antony Blinken prepares to travel to Beijing this weekend, hoping to thaw their very chilly standoff. It follows another diplomatic trip last week to the Middle East, where reality is beginning to bite. The region sees the United States pulling back from its close involvement there and shifting its strategic gaze to China – and that’s making room for others. Saudi Arabia is one player looking to elevate its profile on the world stage, from signing global soccer stars and starting up a major new golf tour to hosting Ukrainian President Zelensky and getting Beijing to broker a diplomatic deal with Iran. Meanwhile, top Iranian officials have been meeting with European representatives this week. For insights into all this, Middle East expert Vali Nasr joins the show.

Also on today's show: actor Brooke Shields, director Waad Al-Kateab

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Hutchinson unafraid of alienating Trumpers

Wed, 14 Jun 2023 18:25:26 -0000

For former President Donald Trump, the courtroom is the new campaign stop, with his team already trying to spin political gold from an unprecedented federal indictment. As the legal process continues, it puts Trump's Republican rivals for the presidential nomination in an awkward position. Many are trying to tiptoe around the matter, for fear of alienating his massive base. But not former Arkansas Governor Asa Hutchinson, who's said he wants more “courage” from his fellow candidates and joins the program from Washington.

Also on today's show: Facebook whistleblower Frances Haugen; journalist Nicholas Kristof & ExcelinEd Senior Policy Fellow Kymyona Burk

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The historic arraignment of Donald Trump

Tue, 13 Jun 2023 18:17:50 -0000

Donald Trump is the first ever US President to be arraigned on federal charges, including espionage, conspiracy and obstruction over the classified documents he kept after leaving office. He is entering his plea in a Miami courthouse, after flying into Florida to hear the 37 counts against him. Christiane discusses this with Yale Professor, historian and author Timothy Snyder.

Also on today's show: Garry Kasparov & Evgenia Kara-Murza, Chairman, Human Rights Foundation & wife of jailed opposition activist Vladimir Kara-Murza; Elaine Chao, Former Secretary of Labor/Former Secretary of Transportation

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Zelensky's Chief Diplomatic Adviser Igor Zhovkha

Mon, 12 Jun 2023 19:25:03 -0000

Russia’s war in Ukraine is at the top of the agenda in Washington, with top NATO officials in town to meet President Biden about continued support for Kyiv’s counteroffensive. On the battlefield, fierce clashes are reported in the south and east of the country, and Ukraine claims to be making incremental gains. Igor Zhovkha, deputy head of President Zelensky’s office and the president’s chief diplomatic adviser, joins the program from Kyiv.

Also: Alastair Campbell, Former Downing Street Director of Communications; author Keyu Jin; director Brooklyn Sudano

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NSC spokesman John Kirby on Trump

Fri, 09 Jun 2023 18:44:48 -0000

Donald Trump’s indictment on federal charges makes history in the United States, with the indictment related to his keeping classified documents after leaving the White House. Trump also happens to be the leading GOP presidential contender and a second Trump administration could change US support for Ukraine’s defense against Russia. Spokesman for the National Security Council John Kirby joins Christiane from the White House to discuss this, as well as the situation on the ground in Ukraine.

Also on today's show: legal analyst Carrie Cordero, New Hampshire Governor Chris Sununu, Sports Illustrated journalist Jon Wertheim

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Air pollution plagues US east coast

Thu, 08 Jun 2023 18:49:13 -0000

The United States is in the midst of an environmental crisis, as heavy smog continues to spread from wildfires raging in Canada. Authorities have issued air quality alerts down the east coast, affecting more than 75 million people. Correspondent Athena Jones reports on the apocalyptic scenes and health risks facing people.

Also on today's show: US Senate Democrat Chris Coons; Minnesota Attorney General Keith Ellison; authors Leah Rothstein & Richard Rothstein

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Assessing the growing Republican presidential field

Wed, 07 Jun 2023 21:23:52 -0000

Former Vice President Mike Pence has officially launched his presidential campaign, joining a growing field of contenders – including his former boss Donald Trump – for the Republican nomination. While a crowded race could aid a victory for Trump as anti-Trump voters become splintered, support for Pence and Florida Governor Ron DeSantis could present a challenge to the former president. Meanwhile, former New Jersey Governor Chris Christie kicked off his second run at the White House yesterday with a scathing attack on Trump. Former Republican congressman and one-time CIA agent Will Hurd joins the show to discuss the candidates and the likelihood of a Biden-Trump repeat in the 2024 election.

Also on today's show: Dr. Jean Pape, Director and Founder, Les Centres GHESKIO; musician Rufus Wainwright

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Critical dam in Ukraine collapses

Tue, 06 Jun 2023 18:39:27 -0000

There’s a blame game playing out after a dam was critically damaged today in occupied Ukraine. Both Kyiv and Moscow are pointing the finger at each other after the Nova Kakhovka dam was partly destroyed, flooding nearby communities. Ukraine’s former defense minister and adviser to the current government joins the show from Kyiv. Plus, Prince Harry is in the witness box at London’s High Court, taking on some of Britain’s biggest tabloid newspapers. Also, author Paula DiPerna talks to Hari Sreenivasan about making commodities like water and fresh air financially valuable to incentivize people and businesses to more actively fight climate change.

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Has the Ukrainian counteroffensive begun?

Mon, 05 Jun 2023 18:45:01 -0000

America’s top general says Ukraine is ready to roll as both sides contest whether a large scale offensive has begun. Defense policy expert Kori Schake helps us peer through the fog of war. Then, actor and director Steve Buscemi joins to discuss his film The Listener, which takes a look at America’s mental health crisis through the eyes and ears of one helpline volunteer. Plus, who cares for the caregivers? Author Emily Kenway joins to discuss the hidden costs to those looking after our loved ones.

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Blinken welcomes Finland to NATO

Fri, 02 Jun 2023 18:31:51 -0000

US Secretary of State Antony Blinken visited Finland today to welcome NATO’s newest member and launch a message across its 832-mile Russian border: Putin’s war of aggression against Ukraine has been a strategic failure, greatly diminishing Russia’s power and influence. Blinken calls Finland’s entry into NATO a sea-change. Finnish Foreign Minister Pekka Haavisto tells Bianna about his meeting with Blinken.

Also on today's show: José Carlos Zamora, son of jailed Guatemalan journalist; chef and humanitarian activist José Andrés; Lin-Manuel Miranda (from the archives)

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What is the future of NATO?

Thu, 01 Jun 2023 19:50:15 -0000

NATO Secretary General Jens Stoltenberg says Ukraine will eventually become a member of the alliance, but some member nations are questioning the timing. Meanwhile, Sweden’s NATO membership is also uncertain, as group member Turkey has voiced objections to it. Joining the show to discuss is former Swedish Prime Minister Carl Bildt.

Also on today's show: Frontline correspondent Maria Hinojosa; North Carolina Democratic leader Anderson Clayton

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US debt ceiling deal's impact on climate

Wed, 31 May 2023 18:51:13 -0000

Lawmakers in the United States are racing to get a key debt ceiling bill through both chambers of Congress and signed into law. The Treasury Department says June 5th is the day they would no longer be able to pay the nation’s bills. On today’s show we dig into one key element of the deal – climate policy. Environmentalists are warning that this deal could have significant ramifications for the climate because it fast-tracks a controversial gas pipeline in West Virginia. Climate expert Michael Gerrard joins us to break this down.

Also on today's show: Candace Rondeaux, Director, Future Frontlines; Isabel Kershner, NY Times Correspondent in Jerusalem and Author, "The Land of Hope and Fear"; writer/filmmaker Nida Manzoor

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Moscow attacked

Tue, 30 May 2023 18:20:07 -0000

As drones hit Moscow buildings in a rare attack in the heart of Russia, the Kremlin is placing the blame squarely on Kyiv. But Ukraine denies any direct involvement. It’s a dramatic escalation that makes clear Putin’s war is coming closer to home and now puts Russian civilians at risk. US Ambassador to NATO Julianne Smith discusses this pivotal point in the war and how it is being viewed by Western allies.

Also on today's show: Former candidate for Georgia governor Stacey Abrams; author Héctor Tobar; musician Peter One

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Amanpour update for May 29, 2023

Mon, 29 May 2023 18:15:18 -0000

There is no new episode of the Amanpour showcast. If you haven’t already, please check out CNN’s other podcasts and showcasts at cnn.com/audio.

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Behind the historic deal to save the Colorado River

Fri, 26 May 2023 18:50:01 -0000

In the western US a landmark deal to protect one of the country's most important waterways has finally been reached. The Colorado River serves more than 40 million Americans across multiple states, but it’s drying up at an alarming rate. Drought, overuse, and climate change are largely to blame. In the new deal, the lower basin states, Nevada, California and Arizona, will temporarily cut their water usage. In exchange, they’ll get over a billion dollars’ worth of federal grants. It’s a significant reduction, about 13% of their total demand. But experts are already warning that it’s not a long-term fix. Wyoming Governor Mark Gordon joins Bianna to discuss how his upper basin state should also see the benefits of the deal.

Also on today's show: South Carolina Senate Republican Penry Gustafson; national security analyst and journalist Peter Bergen; Kahn Academy founder/CEO Sal Khan

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The promise, opportunities and threats of AI

Fri, 26 May 2023 14:26:36 -0000

As we enter an uncharted era of artificial intelligence, Christiane takes a look at the risk of a creation turning on its creator. OpenAI, the company behind ChatGPT, is calling for an international regulator, much like the nuclear watchdog, to prevent a catastrophe endangering our existence. The real-world impact of this technology, which is still in its infancy, is already being felt. Like the fake AI image of an explosion at the Pentagon, which caused a selloff on the stock market this week. But it’s also driving scientific breakthroughs, like the paralyzed man who just took his first steps in a decade, thanks in part to AI technology. Alondra Nelson was acting director in the White House Office of Science and Technology Policy and the architect of the Biden administration’s Blueprint for an AI Bill of Rights. Christiane asked her about the threats, opportunities, and the global moves to regulate AI.

Also on today's show: Actor Oscar Isaac and Prodcuer Jeremy O. Harris; Dr. Daniel Grossman, Director, Advancing New Standards in Reproductive Health, UCSF & Medical Sociologist Katrina Kimport

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What to make of the Republican presidential hopefuls

Wed, 24 May 2023 21:24:12 -0000

The race for the Republican nomination for US president is expanding. Florida Governor Ron DeSantis is throwing his hat in the ring, as has long been expected. Donald Trump is still dominating the field and he’s already spent millions attacking DeSantis. Trey Grayson is a former Kentucky Republican Secretary of State and was also the head of Harvard’s Institute of Politics. He’s now a practicing attorney and tells Christiane what this field of presidential hopefuls tells us about the Republican Party and its priorities.

Also on today's show: Reality Winner, former enlisted US Air Force member and NSA translator who made headlines in 2017 after being arrested on charges of leaking classified information to the media. Now, her story is told in the new HBO film Reality directed by Tina Satter. Reality is now on supervised release in Corpus Christi, Texas. She joins Christiane along with Tina to discuss the new film.

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Exclusive: Greek Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis

Tue, 23 May 2023 20:06:44 -0000

Greece has come a long way since it stood on the brink of bankruptcy a decade ago. After years of painful austerity measures, tax hikes, pension cuts, and huge bailout checks, its post-pandemic economy is now outpacing the eurozone average. And despite a spying scandal, rising inflation and a tragic train crash that killed 57 people, Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis’ center-right party tapped into underlying optimism, especially among young voters, to win a convincing victory on Sunday. He joins Christiane for his first interview after his party’s election win.

Also on today's show: Rachel Reeves, UK Labour Party’s Shadow Chancellor of Exchequer; Rich Lowry, Editor-In-Chief, National Review

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The grinding battle for Bakhmut

Mon, 22 May 2023 18:38:40 -0000

Russia’s mercenary chief Yevgeny Prigozhin claimed this weekend to have seized control of Bakhmut. The Ukrainian government swiftly denied it, saying their troops still hold some territory, and are fighting to surround Russian forces pinned down there. Russia has thrown wave after wave of mercenaries into the fight for the city, and Ukraine has lost some of its most experienced soldiers. While defenders say morale is high, the grinding battle is taking its toll. Correspondent Nic Robertson meets exhausted and shell-shocked Ukrainian troops near Bakhmut.

Also on today's show: Vali Nasr, Professor, School of Advanced International Studies, Johns Hopkins University; disability activist Sinéad Burke; Wall Street Journal reporter Rebecca Ballhaus

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Jerry Brown on how to deal with China

Fri, 19 May 2023 19:58:55 -0000

One of the dilemmas facing President Biden and his allies is how to develop a unified response to China's increasing assertiveness. Former Governor Jerry Brown founded the California China Climate Institute at UC Berkeley. He says it's tricky doing business with Beijing, but worries Washington hawks might be going down a dangerous path of no-return.

Also on today's show: Kelly Sampson, Director of racial justice at Brady: United Against Gun Violence & former gun industry insider Ryan Busse; historian Evan Thomas

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Center for American Progress President Patrick Gaspard

Thu, 18 May 2023 20:46:11 -0000

G7 leaders are gathering in Hiroshima, Japan for a high stakes session and the Ukrainian president Volodymyr Zelensky will address the summit via video link. He once again is asking the world’s most powerful leaders to support his fight against Russian aggression. South Africa's Cyril Ramaphosa is trying to mediate, saying both countries accepted his proposal to host an African peace mission. Patrick Gaspard, president of the Center for American Progress and a former US Ambassador to South Africa, joins the show to discuss.

Also on today's show: Martin Griffiths, UN Under-Secretary-General for Humanitarian Affairs and Emergency Relief Coordinator; Marie Yovanovitch, Former U.S. Ambassador to Ukraine

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Pursued by paparazzi

Wed, 17 May 2023 18:32:44 -0000

Prince Harry and his wife Meghan say they were in a “near-catastrophic car chase” in New York on Thursday night, with a spokesperson for the couple saying that they and Meghan’s mother were pursued by a “ring of highly aggressive paparazzi.” They allege the chase lasted more than two hours, resulting in multiple near-collisions. New York Mayor Eric Adams says the incident was reckless and irresponsible, though questioned the duration of the chase. Correspondent Melissa Bell has the latest.

Also on today's show: Mary Ziegler, a leading expert leading expert on the history and politics surrounding women’s reproductive health in America; Ukrainian First Deputy Foreign Minister Emine Dzhaparova; author Stephen Vladeck

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The latest from eastern Ukraine

Tue, 16 May 2023 18:48:10 -0000

Ukrainian forces are now using long range “storm shadow” missiles provided by the UK to strike Russian targets, CNN reports, with the use of these weapons coming just one week after the UK announced it had delivered them to Ukraine. It comes at a moment when the war-torn country is under increased pressure: Russia launched a barrage of rockets on Kyiv overnight, an attack Ukrainian officials described as “the maximum number of attacking missiles in the shortest time possible.” Meantime the Russian mercenary company army known as the Wagner group is claiming an American citizen has been killed in the battle for Bakhmut. Correspondent Sam Kiley joins the program with the latest details from eastern Ukraine.

Also on today's show: Rob Lee, Senior Fellow in the Foreign Policy Research Institute's Eurasia Program; El Paso, Texas Mayor Oscar Leeser; Ondi Timoner, Filmmaker, “Last Flight Home”

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Zelensky's tour of western capitals

Mon, 15 May 2023 18:46:44 -0000

Ukraine’s President Volodymyr Zelensky has been on a lightning tour of western capitals, securing almost three billion dollars’ worth of weapons from Germany and promises of dozens of light tanks and armored vehicles from France. Today, Zelensky landed in England, meeting Prime Minister Rishi Sunak, in the wake of Britain arming Kyiv with long-range cruise missiles. Correspondent Matthew Chance joins the show from London to discuss.

Also on today's show: Brazilian Foreign Minister Mauro Vieira; CNN Correspondent Jomana Karadsheh & Asli Aydintasbas, Visiting Fellow, Brookings Institution; Saadia Zahidi, Managing Director, World Economic Forum

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What next after Title 42?

Fri, 12 May 2023 18:42:47 -0000

First: Tens of thousands of migrants gather in Northern Mexico, despite Washington declaring that ‘the border is not open’. This comes after controversial immigration rules known as Title 42 came to an end overnight. Joining the show to discuss what this all means is correspondent Rosa Flores.

Next: We continue to unpack the expiration of Title 42 and the impact on those entering the US illegally with journalist Caitlin Dickerson, who recently won a Pulitzer Prize for her extensive reporting on immigration.

Also on today's show: US Surgeon General Vivek Murthy; Native American activist Crystal Echo Hawk; Conductor/pianist Daniel Barenboim (from the archives)

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Chaos in Pakistan

Thu, 11 May 2023 17:31:07 -0000

Pakistani police say nearly a thousand people have been arrested in Punjab province this week, while across the country mass protests have descended into violent clashes. The spark that lit the fire was the arrest of the country’s former prime minister and cricket star Imran Khan. Furious Khan supporters are taking to the streets, bringing to a head the year-long political standoff with the country’s powerful military, since Khan was ousted as leader last April. All this amid a major economic crisis, rising terrorism, and less than a year after devastating floods engulfed the country. How does Pakistan emerge from these interlocking crises? Christiane discusses with the country’s former ambassador in Washington, Husain Haqqani.

Also on today's show: Lady Anne Glenconner, Author, “Whatever Next?”; U trade representative Katherine Tai

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Implications of the Trump abuse verdict

Wed, 10 May 2023 18:44:24 -0000

It took a jury just a few hours to reach a unanimous verdict, but the effects could last decades. E. Jean Carroll has been awarded $5 million – but even more importantly for her, and for all other victims, a jury believed her case that former President Trump sexually abused and defamed her more than 25 years ago. Rebecca Traister is writer-at-large for New York Magazine, the outlet that first broke the E. Jean Carroll story. She joins Christianne to discuss the implications of the verdict.

Also on today's show: Harun Armagan, Former spokesman for Turkey’s ruling AK Party, and Bilge Yılmaz, Deputy Chairman, IYI Party; Ashlee Vance, Author, “When the Heavens Went on Sale”

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Countering Putin's propaganda

Wed, 10 May 2023 12:42:13 -0000

Victory Day in Russia has long been one of the most important dates in President Putin’s calendar – a chance to show off the Kremlin’s military might while commemorating the day the Soviet Union defeated Nazi Germany in World War II. But this year is drastically different. Under tight security, no fly past, and with only one tank to spare in Moscow, a parade designed to exude strength instead exposed the strain the war in Ukraine is taking. Our first guest is putting all his efforts into countering Putin’s propaganda. Ilya Ponomarev was once a member of the Russian state Duma, and now he’s running TV channel February Morning, which is aimed at Russians inside Russia. He’s even taken up arms against his own country in Ukraine. He joins the show to discuss.

Also on today's show: climate activist Elisabeth Stern & human rights lawyer Jessica Simor; former Google VP and engineering fellow Geoggrey Hinton

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Managing expectations for a Ukraine counteroffensive

Mon, 08 May 2023 18:30:02 -0000

For more than a year, Ukraine has defied predictions with its resistance, but senior leaders – including the country’s defense minister – are now trying to manage expectations for a much-anticipated counteroffensive. The key, of course, is support from nations like the US, but there is a sense the NATO alliance is calling for visible results before providing more weapons. Former Virginia Governor Terry McAuliffe is a longstanding friend of President Biden and has just traveled to close to the frontlines in Ukraine. He joins the show from Kyiv.

Also on today's show: Ali Vaez, Director of Iran Project, International Crisis Group; Gretchen Morgenson, Co-author, “These Are the Plunderers”

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World Food Programme Exec Dir. Cindy McCain

Fri, 05 May 2023 15:58:04 -0000

In Sudan there’s still no lasting ceasefire, as the warring parties refuse to put down arms. After nearly four weeks, the violence is having a devastating effect on the country, with hundreds killed and thousands fleeing their homes in search of safety. Those left behind or forced into refugee camps are in dire need of shelter, medicine, clean water, and of course food. The UN World Food Programme is urgently working to get the Sudanese people fed, but it’s dangerous work. Three staff members have been killed in the fighting, which forced a temporary suspension of operations. At the helm of the WFP during this tense time is Cindy McCain, the former ambassador and widow of Senator John McCain. She’s just one month into the job, and the challenges go way beyond Sudan. She joins the show from Nairobi.

Also on today's show: Historian Simon Schama & New York Times London Bureau Chief Mark Landler discuss the UK's feelings about a new king and the future of the monarchy itself; Oklahoma State House Republican Toni Hasenbeck

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Americans held hostage

Thu, 04 May 2023 18:31:29 -0000

It’s an unofficial "hostage week" in Washington DC, with activities being held to call attention to Americans wrongfully detained in foreign prisons. A driving force behind this week’s events is the James W. Foley Foundation, which fights to free the wrongfully detained and to protect journalists around the world. The foundation was launched by Diane Foley, mother of James, who was publicly and horrifically executed by ISIS nearly a decade ago. Christiane speaks with Diane Foley about channeling her grief into action.

Also on today's show: Actors Laura Linney & Jessica Hecht; US Senate Independent Angus King

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Did Ukraine try to take out Putin?

Wed, 03 May 2023 19:55:23 -0000

Russia is claiming that Ukraine attempted to assassinate Vladimir Putin in a targeted drone attack on the Kremlin. This comes as Ukraine’s defense minister says preparations for its long-awaited counteroffensive are almost complete. General Sir Richard Shirreff, NATO’s former Deputy Supreme Allied Commander for Europe joins Christiane in London following a recent trip to Ukraine.

Also on today's show: Correspondent Sharif Abdel Kouddou; author Sathnam Sanghera

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Is artificial intelligence a threat or a breakthrough?

Tue, 02 May 2023 20:48:27 -0000

After ‘The Godfather’ of artificial intelligence sounds the alarm about his own dangerous creation, Christiane asks senior A.I. researcher Connor Leahy, and also the head of Cyber Policy at Stanford University Marietje Schaake, if they think A.I. is a major threat to humanity, or a world saving breakthrough.

Also on today’s show: Cellist Yo-Yo Ma joins to talk about his ode to mother nature in his new project, and Walter Isaacson asks Buzzfeed News co-founder Ben Smith where the billion-dollar race to go viral went wrong.

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What next in Sudan conflict?

Mon, 01 May 2023 19:00:17 -0000

In Sudan, witnesses report that a sixth ceasefire is being broken by explosions and gunfire. More than 500 people have been killed in the conflict as it enters its third week, including at least two US citizens. With many looking to the United States and Saudi Arabia to help bring the two warring generals to the negotiating table, Alex Rondos, former EU Envoy to the Horn of Africa, talks to Christiane about the extremely high stakes.

Also on today's show: US Special Envoy for Hostage Affairs Roger Carstens; South Carolina State Senator Penry Gustafson; American Library Association President Lessa Kanani'opua Pelayo-Lozada

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Dr. Fauci on Covid's past, present and future

Fri, 28 Apr 2023 18:43:44 -0000

Three years after a strange killer disease swept the globe, the world has begun to move on from Covid. But the impact of the virus is staggering to contemplate. Official estimates say the virus killed over one million here in the US, and seven million worldwide. That is an underestimate, according to Dr. Anthony Fauci; the real death toll could be as high as 20 million. Christiane meets with him in New York, where he has received the prestigious Calderone Prize from Columbia’s Mailman School of Public Health.

Also on today's show: Jemima Khan, screenwriter, "What's Love Got to Do With It"; Emily Witt, staff writer, The New Yorker

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Major newspapers join forces to support Evan Gershkovich

Thu, 27 Apr 2023 18:48:43 -0000

America's largest newspapers - The Wall Street Journal, The Washington Post and The New York Times - are dedicating their pages to the Journal's Evan Gershkovich as he spends his fourth week behind bars in a Russian prison, facing trumped-up charge of espionage. The papers are running a full-page letter in their print editions, where they write: "As editors and publishers of some of America's largest news organizations, we are united in calling for his immediate release. Reporting is not a crime." His arrest is one of the latest flashpoints in a world where autocratic leaders increasingly feel free to lock up anybody who can be used as a political pawn - anyone they perceive as a threat to their rule. Christiane sat down with The Wall Street Journal's Editor-in-chief Emma Tucker to discuss what she's doing to help bring Evan home.

Also on today's show: Yusra Ghannouchi, daughter of jailed Tunisian activist Rached Ghannouchi; Jacob Bogage, Business Reporter, The Washington Post

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GOP presidential hopefuls list continues to grow

Wed, 26 Apr 2023 18:27:48 -0000

Former Arkansas Governor today became the latest to enter the race for the 2024 GOP presidential nomination, joining Donald Trump, Nikki Haley and others. New Hampshire Governor Chris Sununu could be next, and he joins Christiane to discuss.

Also on today's show: As tributes pour in for Harry Belafonte, who died yesterday at 96, Christiane shares her last interview with him, when his autobiography had been published to great acclaim: My Song, A Memoir of Art, Race and Defiance.

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Ukrainian Foreign Minister Dmytro Kuleba

Tue, 25 Apr 2023 18:53:54 -0000

“As long as it takes” – a phrase President Biden often repeats about Ukraine, but behind closed doors there are reports the administration is concerned about what can be accomplished in any spring offensive. Meanwhile the Russians keep hammering away, with news today of a missile striking a museum in Kharkiv, killing two and injuring several more. President Zelensky said today “the terrorist country is doing everything to destroy Ukraine completely.” Ukraine’s Foreign Minister joins the show from Kyiv.

Also on today's show: Justin J. Pearson & Gloria Johnson, two of the "Tennessee Three"; Adm. William McRaven (Ret.); Harry Belafonte (from the archives)

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Escape from Sudan

Mon, 24 Apr 2023 18:29:22 -0000

Governments across the world are desperately trying to get trapped foreign nationals out of Sudan, as the devastating violence engulfing the country enters its tenth day. More than 400 people have been killed, and with multiple broken ceasefires, there’s no end in sight to the conflict. As former US special envoy for the Sahel region of Africa, J. Peter Pham knows Sudan well and joins the show to discuss.

Also on today's show: Evan Osnos, author, “Joe Biden: The Life, the Run, and What Matters Now”; Anton Troianovski, Moscow Bureau Chief, The New York Times; Dr. Ivanka Nebor, ENT doctor and founder of INgenius; plastic surgeon Dr. Grigoriy Mashkevich

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How close is China to invading Taiwan?

Fri, 21 Apr 2023 18:21:29 -0000

The United States is increasingly worried about a Chinese invasion of Taiwan. The Commander of the US Indo-Pacific Command says the US military has done a lot of work in taking lessons learned from Russia’s war in Ukraine and applying them to US support of Taiwan. But he’s also been warning that the Chinese threat to Taiwan is “closer to us than most think." Joining the show to discuss is Taiwanese-American journalist Brian Hioe.

Also on today's show: Vivian Schiller, Twitter's former Global Chair of News; David Grann, author of The Wager; John Oppermann, Executive Director, Earth Day Initiative

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The continuing plight of Americans imprisoned in Iran

Thu, 20 Apr 2023 21:10:13 -0000

Wall Street Journal reporter Evan Gershkovich went to court in Moscow this week, to request his pre-trial detention be under house arrest, rather than jail. No surprise, he was denied. He’s the latest American to be picked up and thrown behind bars by a foreign government – a trend on the rise, according to the James Foley Foundation, and it’s breaking families apart. Three Americans detained in Iran are desperate to be freed, so much so, one of them – Siamak Namazi, made the bold decision to call this program from Evin Prison, and plead with President Biden to help free them all. But weeks pass, and there they remain, hostage to the political winds. Siamak’s brother Babak has been working tirelessly for years to free him, and so has Tara Tahbaz on behalf of her father, Morad Tahbaz who is also detained there. The two of them spoke to Christiane alongside Jason Rezaian, who was imprisoned in Iran himself, before being released in a 2016 prisoner swap.

Also on today's show: Tamara Rojo, Artistic Director, San Francisco Ballet; Laura Trevelyan, former BBC journalist

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Floyd Abrams on the Fox-Dominion settlement

Wed, 19 Apr 2023 18:54:34 -0000

In a stunning 11th-hour settlement, just as opening arguments were set to start, Fox chose to cut a huge check, rather than face a jury, for knowingly lying about the Dominion Voting machine company and the 2020 US presidential election. Dominion’s CEO says it’s a big step forward for democracy. But Fox does not have to admit on its air that it defamed Dominion Voting Systems. Floyd Abrams is the doyen of First Amendment law in the US and speaks to Christiane about the impact this will have on America’s democracy.

Also on today's show: Hamid Khalafallah, Tahrir Institute for Middle East Policy; screenwriter Anna Winger; journalist Mike Giglio

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Who will prevail in Fox vs. Dominion?

Tue, 18 Apr 2023 18:43:06 -0000

Today Fox News Corporation and Dominion Voting Systems go head-to-head in what is set to be one of the most important media trials in more than a half a century. Few know the inside of Rupert Murdoch’s media empire better than veteran British journalist Andrew Neil. He ran Murdoch’s Sunday Times in the UK for over a decade and was Executive Chair of his Sky News. He joins Christiane alongside Dean of Columbia School of Journalism Jelani Cobb to explain the impact this case could have on the law, politics and the press.

Also on today's show: NATO Secretary General Jens Stoltenberg; author Nita Farahany (The Battle for Your Brain)

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Exclusive interview: Tony Blair, Bill Clinton, Bertie Ahern

Mon, 17 Apr 2023 19:28:32 -0000

25 years ago, the Good Friday agreement ended decades of violence and brought peace to Northern Ireland. The architects of that ground-breaking pact were former British Prime Minister Tony Blair, former US President Bill Clinton and former Irish Prime Minister Bertie Ahern. In a historic reunion, Blair, Clinton & Ahern sat down with Christiane for an exclusive interview reflecting on the hard choices they made all those years ago and preserving peace and stability today.

Also on today's show: Author Clint Smith discusses his new book of poetry, Above Ground, which deals with the emotional ups and downs of raising a family in today's modern world.

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French court approves retirement age boost

Fri, 14 Apr 2023 18:37:22 -0000

France’s highest constitutional court has approved a pension reform plan that has triggered months of anger and discontent. The controversial bill – which will raise the retirement age from 62 to 64 – could be enacted as soon as this weekend, and the new law has already put French President Emmanuel Macron under immense pressure. Nonetheless, he says reform is essential. Demonstrators are already back on the streets to voice their opposition, and correspondent Fred Pleitgen joins the show from the protest.

Also on today's show: New York Times columnist Ezra Klein; George Washington University law professor Catherine J. Ross; Washington Post reporter Shane Harris

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Special Report: Landslides exacerbated by climate change

Thu, 13 Apr 2023 18:00:00 -0000

How can the most vulnerable countries protect against climate change if they’re drowning in debt? A major international aid agency revealed this week that 93% of the world’s worst-affected countries can’t afford to safeguard against natural disasters. Some are being forced to slash public spending or invest in fossil fuel industries just to pay back their debts to central banks. Action Aid International says it's high time for a radical overhaul of the way debt is managed to stop the climate crisis spiraling – pointing to IMF and World Bank meetings this week in DC. The impact of our changing climate is all around us – just look at the two apartment buildings that collapsed in a landslide in Mexico this week. Scientists warn that climate change is only making such disasters worse.

Also on today's show: Peter Frankopan, Author, “The Earth Transformed”; Ai Weiwei, artist; Nicola Fox, Head of Science, NASA

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President Biden visits Northern Ireland

Wed, 12 Apr 2023 18:38:54 -0000

In Northern Ireland today, President Biden hailed the power and the possibilities of peace, 25 years after the Good Friday Agreement ended the Troubles. The president’s speech noted the very real successes since and the power of smartly deployed US diplomacy. Correspondent Nic Robertson joins the show from Belfast.

Also on today's show: Former CIA Director Leon Panetta; former Deputy Commander, US Pacific Command Lt. Gen. Dan Leaf (Ret.); former adviser to President Barack Obama David Axelrod

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US House Democrat Katie Porter

Tue, 11 Apr 2023 18:13:50 -0000

President Joe Biden flies to Belfast, Northern Ireland tonight for a major celebration: 25 years since the historic Good Friday peace accords and America’s vital role in making that happen. Biden’s 4 day visit to the island comes as he signals ever louder his intention to definitely run again for president in 2024 – and just as hot button elections issues such as guns, race and a woman’s right to choose are at the forefront of the national debate. Democratic Congresswoman Katie Porter has become well known in Washington, particularly for her tough questions and trademark whiteboard. Now she’s running for Senate and is out with a new book, I Swear: Politics Is Messier Than My Minivan. She joins the show from New York to discuss all this.

Also on today's show: François Heisbourg, Senior Adviser for Europe, Intl. Institute for Strategic Studies & Philippe Étienne, Former French Ambassador to US; Dr. Ricardo Nuila, author, The People’s Hospital

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Exclusive: Palestinian PM Mohammad Shtayyeh

Mon, 10 Apr 2023 18:39:55 -0000

Amid critical tension in the Middle East, Israel’s far-right National Security Minister Itamar Ben-Gvir has led thousands of settlers marching through the occupied West Bank to an illegal outpost. The Palestinian president’s office immediately condemned it as an “invasion of settler militias,” and it comes as both Israelis and Palestinians are spending some of their holiest days mourning and burying their children after a surge in violence. Palestinian Prime Minister Mohammad Shtayyeh joins the program for an exclusive interview.

Also on today's show: Naomi Long, leader of The Alliance Party of Northern Ireland; author Alexandra Robbins (The Teachers)

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More Middle East mayhem

Fri, 07 Apr 2023 19:05:06 -0000

First: Violence escalates in Israel, Gaza, and now Lebanon. We get the latest on this tense situation from a senior Israeli journalist and a regional expert

Next: Fury as Tennessee Republicans expel two Democratic state representatives. How America's relationship with guns, democracy and race meet in this one moment.

Then: Are Russian troops regaining momentum in the key Ukrainian city of Bahkmut? We have the latest from Kiev.

Plus: The explosive new film taking on the climate emergency. We're joined by the director and star of How to Blow Up a Pipeline.

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Is China now the world's key geopolitical player?

Thu, 06 Apr 2023 18:43:23 -0000

First: As French President Macron urges China to help bring peace to Ukraine, we ask a foreign policy expert whether China is stepping in as the world's key geopolitical player.

Next: The Biden Administration ramps up its push to bring Evan Gershkovich home from Russia. Journalist and friend Polina Ivanova looks at what the WSJ reporter faces inside an infamous Russian prison.

Then: Correspondent Ben Wedeman reports from the trenches in eastern Ukraine.

Plus: CNN legal analyst Joan Biskupic discusses her new book about the Supreme Court, Nine Black Robes.

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What next after Tsai-McCarthy meeting?

Wed, 05 Apr 2023 21:10:13 -0000

First: Taiwan's President Tsai Ing-wen meets with US House Speaker Kevin McCarthy. We're joined by China expert Jessica Chen Weiss.

Then: After the historic arraignment of Donald Trump, what can we expect next? Former Republican Congressman Francis Rooney predicts how it all plays out.

Plus: Police in Israel storm Jerusalem's Al-Aqsa Mosque. We have a special report.

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Amanpour update for April 3, 2023

Mon, 03 Apr 2023 17:43:12 -0000

There is no new episode of the Amanpour showcast. If you haven’t already, please check out CNN’s other podcasts and showcasts at cnn.com/audio.

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The State of New York vs. Donald J. Trump

Fri, 31 Mar 2023 18:35:25 -0000

Former President Donald Trump has been criminally charged by a New York grand jury – words that will be written into the history books. This is new territory for the country, and for now, there are many unanswered questions about how this case will play out. The indictment was filed under seal and charges are not yet public, but sources say Trump faces more than 30 counts related to business fraud. For now, we know that the Manhattan district attorney’s office has been investigating the former president in connection with his alleged role in a hush money payment made to adult film star Stormy Daniels in 2016. Trump is expected to appear in court Tuesday for his arraignment, and his attorney says he will “absolutely” voluntarily surrender to law enforcement. The eyes of the world will be on the US as this unfolds, with American democracy and rule of law under the microscope. To dig a little deeper, former Southern District of New York prosecutor and Cardozo Law School professor Jessica Roth joins the show.

Also on today's showcast: John Kirby, US National Security Council; Masha Gessen, staff writer, The New Yorker; Debra Lee, author, “I Am Debra Lee: A Memoir”

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A big victory for a small country

Thu, 30 Mar 2023 18:00:00 -0000

The Pacific island of Vanuatu is one step closer to getting the world’s highest court to weigh in on the climate crisis for the first time ever. Backed by the United Nations, it's asking the International Court of Justice to clearly lay out how countries must address the warming planet. Few countries are feeling climate change pressure more acutely than Barbados, along with other small island nations that fear being swallowed up by the sea. Prime Minister Mia Mottley has become one of the most well-known world leaders calling for action, clearly communicating what’s at stake. She has a kindred spirit in Avinash Persaud, her climate envoy. Together, they are pushing the Bridgetown Initiative – named for their capital city – to help pay for and delay climate change damage in developing countries.

Also on today's show: Matthew Desmond, author, “Poverty, By America”; Gilbert & George

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Biden vs. Netanyahu

Wed, 29 Mar 2023 19:10:23 -0000

President Biden launches his second Democracy Summit today, with in-person and virtual participation by over 100 world leaders. Today’s summit comes as Prime Minister Netanyahu and President Biden trade barbs over the right-wing coalition's controversial judicial reforms, with Biden hoping they will be abandoned, and Netanyahu firing back that Israel makes its own choices. For more on this, Christiane speaks with Biden ally Senator Chris Van Hollen.

Also on today's show: Ukrainian Deputy Foreign Minister Emine Dzhaparova; US House Democrat Maxwell Frost

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Yet another mass shooting in the US

Tue, 28 Mar 2023 18:33:11 -0000

It’s one day after another mass shooting in America – this time, at a private Christian elementary school in Nashville, Tennessee. It raises the same old, yet vital, unanswered questions? How long will this remain the norm? How long before legislators step in to actually save lives, as in so many other democratic nations? Firearms are the leading cause of death among American children and adolescents aged between one and 19 – and in Nashville, three children were among the six slaughtered at their school. Our first guest tonight is himself a survivor of gun violence: at 17, Joseph Sakran survived a bullet wound to the throat. Now he is a trauma surgeon in Baltimore, Maryland, regularly seeing at close quarters the visceral violence that these weapons cause.

Also on today's show: Martin Indyk, former US Ambassador to Israel; former tennis star Boris Becker and Alex Gibney, director of "Boom! Boom! The World vs. Boris Becker”

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Strikes, protests in Israel derail Netanyahu ... for now

Mon, 27 Mar 2023 19:09:05 -0000

A stunning display of resistance in Israel may have stopped Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s plans to weaken the judiciary – at least for now. In the face of massive protests and strikes, the prime minister says the proposal is tabled for the moment, but it could be brought up again as soon as a month from now. Whether this will be enough to calm the outcry is yet to be seen, though, as critics both inside and outside the country say the Israeli leader is making a troublesome slide towards democracy. Reporter Hadas Gold joins the show from Jerusalem, followed by former Israeli Foreign Minister Tzipi Livni.

Also on today's show: Sophie Pedder, Paris bureau chief, The Economist; Peter Westmacott, former British Ambassador to France; Michael Specter, author, “Higher Animals”

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How much of a threat is TikTok?

Fri, 24 Mar 2023 18:46:11 -0000

The tense competition between the US and China boiled over in Congress this week in a hearing over social media app TikTok and how it handles data. Members of Congress repeatedly voiced their concerns over the app’s ties to China and its impact on American youth. The Chinese government says US lawmakers who want to ban TikTok are just part of a “xenophobic witch hunt,” while for his part, TikTok CEO Shou Chew defended his company’s autonomy and security. Alex Stamos knows all about global online threats, having worked as Facebook’s chief security officer, and now running a team at Stanford researching all of this. He joins the show to discuss.

Also on today's show: Mike Chinoy, Author, “Assignment China”; financial journalist William D. Cohan

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Daniel Ellsberg on holding governments accountable

Fri, 24 Mar 2023 14:37:53 -0000

The 20th anniversary of the Iraq War this week reminds us of the critical importance of holding governments to account. Whistleblowing plays a crucial role in this pursuit. Daniel Ellsberg is probably the patron saint of modern-day whistleblowers thanks to one giant leap of courage and conscience. Leaking the Pentagon Papers in 1971, at great personal risk, changed the course of history, and revealed America secretly knew the war was unwinnable. 50 years later, Ellsberg is still deeply committed to peace and transparency, but this month – at almost 92 – he revealed his latest personal battle, after being diagnosed with inoperable pancreatic cancer. He speaks with Christiane from his home in California to discuss his life, this farewell moment, and how to save lives by speaking out.

Also on today's show: Musician Yusuf/Cat Stevens; Eric Schmidt, former CEO & chairman of Google

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Nobel Prize-winning human rights lawyer Oleksandra Matviichuk

Wed, 22 Mar 2023 20:03:35 -0000

The United Nations says more than 8,300 Ukrainian civilians have been killed since Russia began its war. This as President Putin and his minister for children’s affairs have been slapped with arrest warrants by the International Criminal Court over the forced deportation of thousands of Ukrainian children. To discuss all this and prospects for accountability, Christiane speaks with the head of Ukraine’s Center for Civil Liberties, which last year was a co-recipient of the Nobel Peace Prize.

Also on today's show: Journalist Imara Jones; “Behayshta,” an Afghan girl prevented from going to school; Orzala Nemat, Research Associate, SOAS University of London; Rina Amiri, US Special Envoy for Afghan Women, Girls, and Human Rights

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ICC Chief Prosecutor Karim Khan

Tue, 21 Mar 2023 19:41:12 -0000

The official civilian death toll from Russia’s war on Ukraine now stands at 8,317 – but the reality is that number is likely far higher. US Secretary of State Antony Blinken describes the “massive death and destruction” caused by Russian war crimes, as the State Department report on human rights highlights indiscriminate attacks on civilians and credible reports of execution, torture and rape. The International Criminal Court has just issued a warrant for Putin’s arrest over the case of forcibly deported Ukrainian children, and their chief prosecutor joins Christiane in London.

Also on today's show: Neda Sharghi, sister of Emad Shargi, American detained in Iran; Sarah McCammon, NPR National Correspondent; John Kirby, NSC Coordinator for Strategic Communications

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What to make of the Putin-Xi 'journey of peace'

Mon, 20 Mar 2023 19:25:29 -0000

Russian President Vladimir Putin and Chinese leader Xi Jinping came together in Moscow today in what Beijing is casting as a “journey of peace.” But with Putin intent on crushing Ukraine’s democracy and Xi hoping for a new world being made more in Beijing’s image, is it more like the rise of the authoritarians? Vladimir Milov is Russia’s former deputy minister of energy, and he joins the show alongside former Pentagon official Michael Beckley.

Also on today's show: Ghaith Abdul-Ahad, Author, “A Stranger in Your Own City”; Melvyn Leffler, Author, “Confronting Saddam Hussein: George W. Bush and the Invasion of Iraq”

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Wanted man

Sat, 18 Mar 2023 11:48:44 -0000

First: The International Criminal Court issues an arrest warrant for Vladimir Putin for allegedly deporting Ukrainian children to Russia.

Next: A harrowing look at the Iraq invasion 20 years on through the lens of an acclaimed photographer.

Then: An investigative journalist in Mexico dives into cartels, drugs, immigration and what's behind the epidemic of the disappeared.

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How the Bush era still shapes US foreign policy

Thu, 16 Mar 2023 19:00:00 -0000

A lightning Russian invasion into a neighboring state sends shockwaves around the world. President Putin blames the west, and in particular the United States, for triggering its attack. The White House scrambles to make the right response. Not Ukraine today, but Georgia in 2008, when then-President George W. Bush was stunned by a Russian attack on one of its neighbors. It proved a learning moment and demonstrates how the Bush era continues to shape American foreign policy. For more on this, Christiane speaks with President Bush’s former national security advisor Stephen Hadley, whose new book Hand-Off digs into the top-secret foreign policy memos Bush handed to his successor, President Obama.

Also on today’s show: actor F. Murray Abraham; neuroscientist/journalist Stephani Sutherland.

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Is US support for Israel shifting?

Wed, 15 Mar 2023 19:37:23 -0000

Israel is facing unprecedented internal unrest as Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu forges ahead with a controversial bill to allow lawmakers a political veto over the Supreme Court, and therefore the independent judiciary. Ever since its founding, Israel has proclaimed itself the sole democracy amid dictatorships and authoritarians. Its strongest allies like the United States have touted that very democracy as a key reason for its steadfast backing, yet even their support may be shifting. To discuss this, Christiane speaks with Efraim Halevy, a former head of Mossad.

Also on today’s show: Aaron David Miller, Former U.S. State Dept. Middle East Negotiator; Victor Gao, Director, China National Association of International Studies; Krish Vignarajah, President & CEO, Lutheran Immigration & Refugee Service

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Estonian PM warns: Don't appease Putin

Wed, 15 Mar 2023 13:26:29 -0000

It is painful, it is tough, and it’s where Ukraine’s future will be determined, says Ukraine’s President Volodymyr Zelensky of the brutal fighting in the east of his country. Russians and Ukrainians are essentially locked in a war of attrition, each side rapidly losing troops, something Russia has in much bigger supply. Few actually know the stakes of this fight better than the Baltic states – they are Putin’s neighbors and some of Ukraine’s staunchest backers. In Estonia, Prime Minister Kaja Kallas’s fierce support for Kyiv helped secure her decisive re-election victory last week, and she joins Christiane from Tallinn to sound the alarm against any notion of appeasing Putin.

Also on today's show: Betsey Stevenson, Professor of Public Policy and Economics, Univ. of Michigan & James Jacoby, Director/Correspondent, Frontline’s “Age of Easy Money”; Adam Gopnik, Author, “The Real Work: On the Mystery of Mastery”

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Imprisoned in Iran

Mon, 13 Mar 2023 20:25:51 -0000

The families of Americans imprisoned in Iran are being buffeted by a sort of psychological warfare between adversarial states. Over the weekend, Iran’s foreign minister said a prisoner swap agreement between his country and the US has been brokered, and now the ball’s in America’s court – but Washington quickly quashed that. The State Department’s Ned Price called it “a cruel lie that only adds to the suffering of their families.” This follows the heartbreaking appeal made by Iranian-American Siamak Namazi when Christiane spoke with him from inside Evin prison last week. Today's first guest, Bill Richardson, has made it his mission to try to help – he’s a former cabinet secretary, US Ambassador to the UN, and a longtime interlocutor with regimes like Russia, North Korea, and more to secure the release of American captives.

Also on today's show: Tara Tahbaz, the daughter of Morad Tahbaz, detained in Iran since 2019; Alexander Betts, author of “The Wealth of Refugees”; Dr. Fatima Cody Stanford, Obesity Medicine Physician, Massachusetts General Hospital

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Special report: Dominion vs. Fox

Fri, 10 Mar 2023 19:34:56 -0000

A damning lawsuit has revealed shocking details about the inner workings of Fox News Corporation. Dominion Voting System says Fox News is seeking a first amendment license to knowingly spread lies. In a new court filing, the company claims Fox has already admitted that its on-air statements about Dominion rigging the 2020 election were false. It comes as a slew of messages reveal Tucker Carlson’s real, and surprising, opinions on former President Donald Trump. Correspondent Paula Reid has a report with all the details.

Also on today's show: Sarah Longwell, Executive Director, Republican Accountability Project; Jay Rosen, Professor of Journalism, New York University; Grammy award-winning singer iLe; Geopolitical analyst Jamie Metzl

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American imprisoned in Iran speaks out

Thu, 09 Mar 2023 20:32:47 -0000

Today's show begins with an extremely difficult conversation under highly unusual circumstances. Siamak Namazi is an Iranian-American businessman who has been imprisoned in Iran for over seven years. While several American detained in Iran have been released as part of prisoner swaps with the US -- Namazi's own father was released on medical grounds last October -- Siamak continues to languish in prison, even going on a week-long hunger strike back in January and writing a letter to President Biden. Now he tells Christiane he feels so alone, abandoned, and out of options that he's decided to come to us, hoping to beseech Biden to help him and other imprisoned Iranian Americans.

Next, to dig a little deeper into the plight of Namazi and his fellow American detainees, Christiane speaks with Johns Hopkins professor Vali Nasr, himself an Iranian American and formerly a senior adviser at the US State Department.

Also on today's show: Michael R. Gordon, National Security Correspondent, The Wall Street Journal

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Celebrating International Women's Day

Thu, 09 Mar 2023 01:08:41 -0000

On International Women's Day, Russia's President Vladimir Putin handed out medals to women he called heroes, while Ukraine's President Volodymyr Zelensky marked the day by celebrating the "strength and freedom" of Ukrainian women. Fiona Hill served as deputy assistant to the president for European and Russian affairs under President Trump. She joins the show to discuss.

Also on today's show: Mahnaz Afkhami, Former Iranian Minister of Women's Affairs; Andrew Delbanco, Alexander Hamilton Professor of American Studies, Columbia University

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Is the US about to get tougher on migration?

Tue, 07 Mar 2023 19:31:14 -0000

Christiane is in Washington, D.C., where the perennial issue remains one that much of the world grapples with: migration. President Joe Biden has resorted to tough measures to reduce the flow of people across America's southern border, amid reports that he is mulling a policy of detaining migrant families entering the country illegally. It would be a major reversal by the president, who initially stopped this Trump-era practice. That - plus rising challenges to national security from abroad, and a morphing threat to the homeland from within - falls squarely on the desk of Alejandro Mayorkas, the secretary of homeland security. Christiane sat down with him at the department's sprawling campus to discuss all this, and his own experience as the child of refugees.

Also on today's show: Lithuanian Foreign Minister Gabrielius Landsbergis; Adrienne LaFrance, Executive Editor, The Atlantic

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Russia seeks first battlefield victory in months

Mon, 06 Mar 2023 19:47:08 -0000

The US and its NATO allies are watching closely developments in eastern Ukraine, where the battle for Bakhmut rages – and where Russia may be on the cusp of victory in the city. Meanwhile in the south, Russian shelling has killed three people, including two children, according to the Ukrainian military. Mike Mullen served as President Obama’s chairman of the joint chiefs of staff and joins the show from Maryland.

Also on today's show: Jing Tsu, Author, “Kingdom of Characters”; Dr. Kizzmekia Corbett, Assistant Professor of Immunology & Infectious Diseases

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The rise and fall of Alex Murdaugh

Fri, 03 Mar 2023 19:47:10 -0000

Life in prison – that’s the sentence handed down today to disgraced former attorney Alex Murdaugh for killing his wife and 22-year-old son. It’s hard to overstate just how influential the Murdaugh family has been in the Lowcountry region of South Carolina. Alex Murdaugh was a kingmaker in the legal world, and now he’s a convicted murderer. The true crime story has captivated the nation for what it reveals about power and privilege, as James Lasdun has reported on in-depth for The New Yorker.

Also on today's show: Salah Hamwi, assistant country director, CARE Yemen; Steven Levy, Editor-at-Large, Wired

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Chaos in Israel

Thu, 02 Mar 2023 19:32:54 -0000

Israel is in chaos as its Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu desperately tries to calm protests rocking his country. They started after a controversial decision he made to reform the judiciary. Meanwhile, violence is flaring in the West Bank and now Netanyahu's Finance Minister Bezaelel Smotrich is facing backlash after making incendiary comments, saying the Palestinian town of Huwara "needs to be erased." Shireen Falah Saab, an Arab journalist, tells Bianna why she’s not surprised by the minister’s comments.

Also on today's show: Laura Poitras, Director, “All the Beauty and the Bloodshed”; Simon Lereng Wilmont, Director, “A House Made of Splinters”

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Exclusive: Iran Foreign Minister Hossein Amir-Abdollahian

Wed, 01 Mar 2023 19:24:20 -0000

Worrying news from Iran, where the UN’s nuclear watchdog has found near bomb-grade levels of uranium. CNN has seen a restricted report which found uranium particles enriched to almost 84% - very close to the 90% needed to make a nuclear bomb. It comes amid alarming allegations of human rights violations by the regime against protesters, and shocking accounts of torture and sexual assault at the hands of the Revolutionary Guards. The country's Foreign Minister Hossein Amir-Abdollahian is in Geneva this week speaking at the UN Human Rights Council. In a rare interview since the death of Mahsa Aminia rocked the country, he sat down with Christiane for a challenging conversation.

Also on today's show: Anna Maria Corazza Bildt, President, Missing Children Europe; Jeh Johnson, Former US Homeland Security Secretary

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Nigeria's election controversy

Tue, 28 Feb 2023 20:31:43 -0000

Nigeria’s main opposition parties are calling for a fresh election before ballots have even finished being counted. They’re saying that Saturday’s presidential vote was “irretrievably compromised,” with Nigerian voters complaining of intimidation and voter suppression. So far, the official count says the ruling party candidate Bola Tinubu leads nationally, but a shocking result saw him lose in Lagos to outsider candidate Peter Obi. This rollercoaster of an election in Africa’s largest democracy and economy will have an impact beyond the country’s borders. To discuss all this, we speak with broadcaster and filmmaker Bolanle Olukanni.

Also on today's show: Roger Cohen, author, “An Affirming Flame”; Anand Menon, Professor of European Politics and Foreign Affairs, King’s College London; David Brooks, New York Times columnist

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More than 60 drown in Mediterranean

Mon, 27 Feb 2023 20:13:26 -0000

More than 60 people are dead after a wooden boat sank off Italy’s southeastern coast on Sunday. On board were migrants from Afghanistan, Pakistan, Somalia, and Iran. Dozens are still missing and an urgent search and rescue is underway, as Ben Wedeman reports from Rome.

Also on today's show: Immigration attorney Andrea Martinez; Dr. Madeline Li. psychiatrist and provider, Medical Assistance in Dying; Mark Whitaker, author, “Saying It Loud”

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The invasion of Ukraine, one year later

Fri, 24 Feb 2023 20:36:43 -0000

One year ago today the world changed when Russia marched across the border into Ukraine. To mark the anniversary, Christiane is in Kyiv, a city everyone thought would fall in a couple of days. But 365 days later, the capital still stands, autocracy has been weakened and democracies stand stronger. Today Ukraine’s President Volodymyr Zelensky visited injured soldiers in hospital, telling troops that over the next year he wants victory. It’s a lofty goal that Christiane speaks to Ukrainian Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs Emine Dzhaparova about.

Also on today's show: Historian Nina Khrushcheva, a direct descendant of Soviet leader Nikita Khrushchev; Grammy award-winning jazz singer Samara Joy

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Special report: First look at a town battered by Russian fire

Thu, 23 Feb 2023 22:22:04 -0000

The brutality of war has been a daily tragedy for almost a year in Ukraine. Cities, towns and villages on the eastern front are now reminders of devastation and suffering. The town of Vuhledar in Bakhmut is one of them. Alex Marquardt gets an exclusive look inside the town.

Also on today's show: Denise Brown, UN Humanitarian Coordinator in Ukraine; US Under Secretary of State for Political Affairs; Jessica Chen Weiss, Professor for China and Asia-Pacific Studies, Cornell University

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Strengthening NATO’s alliance to protect Ukraine

Wed, 22 Feb 2023 20:34:00 -0000

Christiane is in Kyiv marking one year since Russia’s full scale invasion of Ukraine. U.S. President Joe Biden has spent three days in Ukraine and in neighboring Poland shoring up America’s supporting for Ukraine and presenting a united front against Russia. Polish President Andrzej Duda speaks exclusively to Christians about what more the allies can do to secure a Ukrainian victory.

Also on the show: President Zelensky’s senior advisor Igor Zhovkva on what Biden’s visit to Ukraine means for the war and author Isabel Wilkerson discusses caste hierarchy in American life.

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Exclusive: Czech President-elect Petr Pavel

Tue, 21 Feb 2023 21:07:20 -0000

All eyes were on Eastern Europe today as Joe Biden was welcomed in Poland, where he pitted the war in Ukraine as the defense of democracy against autocracy. Tomorrow Biden meets with the so-called Bucharest Nine, a group made up of former Soviet republics. Among them is the Czech Republic, and its President-elect Petr Pavel speaks exclusively with Christiane about Biden’s visit and the unity of EU and NATO countries in supporting Ukraine’s defense against Russia.

Also on today's show: EU Commission President Ursula von der Leyen; Finnish Prime Minister Sann Marin; Sara Dosa, Oscar-nominated director of Fire of Love

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What Ukraine needs entering second year of war

Mon, 20 Feb 2023 20:01:05 -0000

US President Biden paid a surprise visit to Kyiv this morning to mark the first anniversary of Russia’s large scale invasion of Ukraine. The trip comes just after a heated Munich Security Conference where US Vice President Kamala Harris formally accused Russia of crimes against humanity. At the conference, Ukrainian Foreign Minister Dmytro Kuleba spoke to Christiane about what his country needs as the war enters its second year.

Also on today's show: NATO Secretary General Jens Stoltenberg; Political Anthropologist Dr. Eric Reinhart

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Is Germany ready to back Ukraine's defense for the long-haul?

Fri, 17 Feb 2023 20:05:59 -0000

It's been nearly a year since Russia's invasion of Ukraine, and there's no end to the war in sight. Today at the Munich Security Conference, President Zelensky said Ukraine was fighting so the west doesn’t have to. As leader of Europe’s economic powerhouse Germany’s Chancellor Olaf Scholz has huge influence over whether Ukraine gets the support it needs, he speaks with Christiane about whether they’re ready to back Ukraine’s defense for the long-haul.

Also on today's show: UK Foreign Minister James Cleverly; six-time US Paralympian Champion Oksana Masters; author Erica Gies

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Nigeria at a turning point

Thu, 16 Feb 2023 19:00:00 -0000

At a time when global democracy is under pressure, this month’s elections in Nigeria could prove critical. Africa’s largest economy is at a turning point, with the population growing and getting younger, and the results there could have a major impact globally. One of Nigeria’s best known public figures is the novelist Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie, and she speaks with Christiane about the prospect of change in Nigeria and about having the courage to speak up against censorship on all sides of the political spectrum.

Also on today's show: Jere Van Dyk, Author, “Without Borders”; Sharon Liese & Cynthia Wade, Directors, “The Flagmakers”

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Exposing autocracies is Nicaragua and Russia

Wed, 15 Feb 2023 19:44:07 -0000

Exposing autocracies is Nicaragua and Russia

It’s a dirty trick used by autocracies across the world: taking their would-be opposition off the street and throwing them in jail, stopping any other presidential candidacy from taking root. Tonight, we look at Nicaragua and Russia, where those tactics have been employed by the countries’ rulers. First, to Nicaragua, where President Daniel Ortega’s drive to stay in power has grown increasingly repressive over the years. He’s put hundreds of political prisoners behind bars, but on Thursday – in a surprise and cynical move – he simply got rid of them. 222 prisoners were freed and then essentially deported to the United States, stripped of their citizenship and banned from ever running for public office. Among them were Julian Sebastian Chamorro and Felix Maradiaga. They both had presidential ambitions, before being put behind bars, and they join the show from DC.

Next, to Russia, and another imprisoned democracy activist: opposition leader Alexey Navalny. Few people know Navalny better than our next guest, Maria Pevchikh, who has worked with him for a decade and was with him in Siberia when he was poisoned.

Also on today's show: Derek Kilmer and William Timmons from the Select Committee on the Modernization of Congress

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Special report: Huge protests in Israel

Tue, 14 Feb 2023 19:47:11 -0000

The US, the UK and Europe are condemning the Israeli government’s plans to permit 10,000 new settlement units in the occupied West Bank, arguing it will “undermine efforts to achieve a negotiated two-state solution.” It’s just the latest as Israel’s new far-right coalition faces a barrage of criticism, including from Washington – normally Israel’s staunchest ally. Tens of thousands of protesters have been in the streets of Jerusalem this week to protest the proposed judicial reforms, and correspondent Hadas Gold brings us her report from the ground.

Also on today's show: Exclusive interview with Yael German, former Israeli ambassador to France; Robert Ford, former US ambassador to Syria; Bill Browder, Hermitage Capital Management CEO

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US Ambassador-at-Large for Global Criminal Justice Beth Van Schaack

Mon, 13 Feb 2023 18:38:47 -0000

More than 36,000 people have been killed and tens of thousands injured by the earthquake that struck Turkey and Syria one week ago. There’s anger at the pace of rescue and aid, especially in Syria, already ravaged by the civil war – President Bashar al Assad is accused of limiting humanitarian efforts in areas that were already devastated by Syrian and Russian bombings. Of course, Russia has been focusing its own firepower on Ukraine more recently, also striking critical infrastructure in that country. Indeed, more than 65,000 war crimes have been reported in Ukraine, with the western alliance committing to investigations and accountability. Beth Van Schaack is U.S. Ambassador-at-Large for Global Criminal Justice and joins the program from a major refugee camp in Bangladesh.

Also on today's show: Chinese superstar pianist Lang Lang; Kristofer Goldsmith, Founder, Task Force Butler Institute

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Exclusive: Brazilian President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva

Fri, 10 Feb 2023 19:46:06 -0000

Christiane is in Washington DC, where today the US and Brazilian presidents meet to kickstart a new relationship after the divisive Trump and Bolsonaro era. Joe Biden and Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva agree they need to bolster democracy, advance human rights and tackle climate change – but there’s tough work ahead. Lula has staged a stunning return to power after his first presidency ended in 2010 and he was jailed. In an exclusive conversation, Lula tells Christiane he is confident “democracy will prevail.”

Also on today's show: US National Security Council spokesperson John Kirby; author Tara Bynum

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Former European Foreign Policy chief Catherine Ashton

Thu, 09 Feb 2023 18:49:45 -0000

Europe is welcoming Ukraine’s President Zelensky today with open arms, applauding the wartime leader even as he pushes them to provide more powerful weapons. It’s been nearly one year now since Vladimir Putin brazenly tried to take Kyiv and the rest of Ukraine, but in reality, the Russian offensive has been going on for much longer than that. It was nine years ago in 2014 that Putin invaded and annexed Crimea, spurring an international crisis. Catherine Ashton was Europe’s foreign policy chief at the time. Her new book is And Then What?: Inside Stories of 21st Century Diplomacy, and she speaks with Christiane about Putin’s tactics then and now.

Also on today's show: actor Ian McKellen, journalist Julia Ioffe.

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The desperate search for survivors

Wed, 08 Feb 2023 19:56:29 -0000

The death toll in Turkey and Syria after Monday’s earthquake is rising, though survivors – including children – are still emerging from the rubble. Correspondent Salma Abdelaziz reports on the desperate efforts to get more help for the already war-torn Syria.

Also on today's show: David Miliband, Former UK Foreign Secretary; Nasrin Sotoudeh, Iranian human rights lawyer; Martin Wolf, Author, “The Crisis of Democratic Capitalism”

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World comes together after devastating earthquake

Tue, 07 Feb 2023 21:07:27 -0000

It’s a race against time in Turkey and in Syria where a massive magnitude 7.8 earthquake struck on Monday. Rescue teams are working around the clock in freezing conditions, trying to find survivors, with the emotion sometimes too much to bear. With more than 6,300 dead and counting, plus over 26,000 injured, it is a daunting task – but nobody is giving up. The world is coming together to help – even Ukraine is sending emergency personnel, and neighboring Greece is jumping into the fray despite sky high political tensions between Athens and Ankara. Sherine Ibrahim is the country director of CARE in Turkey, and she joins the show from Gaziantep, where people are sleeping in cars for fear of further aftershocks. CNN anchor Becky Anderson also joins the show with more on the rescue efforts on the ground.

Also on today's show: Toluse Olorunnipa, White House Bureau Chief, The Washington Post; John Hickenlooper, US Senate Democrat; Edward Berger, Co-writer and director, “All Quiet on the Western Front”

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Special report: Massive earthquake rocks Turkey and Syria

Mon, 06 Feb 2023 19:35:27 -0000

The death toll was more than 2,500 and was expected to continue rising after a mammoth 7.8 earthquake -- one of the region's largest in a century -- shook Turkey and neighboring Syria Monday. Correspondent Jomana Karadsheh has the latest. Her report is followed by an interview with Janez Lenarčič, the European Commissioner for Crisis Management.

Also on today's show: Gen. Philip Breedlove (Ret.), former NATO Supreme Allied Commander Europe; Evelyn Farkas, former US Deputy. Assistant Secretary of Defense for Russia/Ukraine/Eurasia; Lisa Guerrero, author, “Warrior: My Path to Being Brave”

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Oscar nominee Michelle Yeoh

Fri, 03 Feb 2023 19:00:00 -0000

Michelle Yeoh is no fan of glass ceilings. Neither her age, nor her nationality, nor her gender can stop her from taking Hollywood by storm. Fresh off a Golden Globe award for her virtuoso performance in Everything Everywhere All at Once, Yeoh leads the list of contenders for this year’s Best Actress Oscar. Her star vehicle is an idiosyncratic movie about a Chinese laundromat owner thrust into a mission to save all possible universes. Yeoh joins Christiane in London to discuss the film and her action-packed career.

Also on today's show: authors Jihyun Park & Seh-Lynn Chai; Emmy-award winner Eddie Izzard

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UK endures biggest strikes in a decade

Thu, 02 Feb 2023 20:29:51 -0000

The European Central Bank and the Bank of England have raised interest rates again, one day after a similar move by the US Federal Reserve. But amid those big players, Britain seems in particular trouble, with the International Monetary Fund warning it will be the only major economy to shrink in 2023. In the UK, the pain and anger poured into the streets on Wednesday when the country saw its biggest strikes in a decade, with as many as half a million workers walking out, from transport to teachers. There’s little light at the end of the tunnel, with a cost-of-living crisis forcing around four million children into poverty. Correspondent Nada Bashir was there on "walkout Wednesday."

Also on today's show: Shevaun Haviland, Director General, British Chambers of Commerce; Stephanie Flanders, Senior Executive Editor, Bloomberg; Gina Prince-Bythewood; Director, “The Woman King”; Yascha Mounk; Author, “The Great Experiment”

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The latest on the police reform movement

Wed, 01 Feb 2023 19:32:09 -0000

There are gray skies in Memphis today as family and mourners come together to remember Tyre Nichols, the 29-year-old whose death at the hands of police sparked renewed protest against this brutality all across the United States. National figures, including Vice President Kamala Harris, were in attendance today, together with George Floyd’s brother Philonise and Tamika Palmer, mother of Breonna Taylor – both victims of police violence. As for attempts to change federal law, the Washington Post reports that “police reform talks are back in Congress, but little hope for a deal.” Jelani Cobb, dean of Columbia Journalism School, joins the show to discuss.

Also on today's show: Correspondent Gillermo Galdos reports on the ongoing unrest in Peru; Santiago Mitre, co-writer and director of "Argentina, 1985" and Luis Moreno Ocampo Moreno, former chief prosecutor of the International Criminal Court; US House Democrat Chrissy Houlahan and US House Republican Stephanie Bice on the fight for paid family leave.

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Navigating the Middle East cycle of despair

Tue, 31 Jan 2023 19:38:36 -0000

Antony Blinken is leaving the Middle East after spending two days in the region, as violence between Israelis and Palestinians flares up once again. He is the latest secretary of state to try and navigate a way out of this cycle of despair, while also clinging to the hope and vision of a two-state solution. Diana Buttu is a Palestinian lawyer who has previously advised that negotiating team and she joins the show from Ramallah. Her appearance is followed by Christiane's interview with former US top peace negotiator Dennis Ross, who has served under both Democratic and Republican presidents.

Also on today's show: Paul Feig, author of “Cocktail Time!”; Dr. Robert Waldinger, author of "The Good Life"

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'I’m just trying to go home'

Mon, 30 Jan 2023 19:39:52 -0000

Those were the words of Tyre Nichols as five Memphis police officers violently beat him during a traffic stop. He died three days later, leaving the city of Memphis and the country reeling once again, with protesters taking to the streets this weekend in several cities. His name now joins the long list of Black Americans who have died at the hands of police, a painful reminder of the police brutality that continues to blight America. After the death of George Floyd, change was promised – but the George Floyd Justice in Policing Act is still stalled in Congress, and activists ask how many deaths it will take. The five police officers charged in Tyre Nichols’ death were part of a special unit to tackle rising crime in Memphis, and that “Scorpion Unit” has now been disbanded. There are still many unanswered questions about the officers’ account of what happened that night, as Sara Sidner reports.

Also joining the show to discuss the Tyre Nichols killing and its aftermath are Memphis Pastor Earle J. Fisher and UCLA Law Professor Joanna Schwartz.

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Leon Panetta on the classified docs dilemma

Fri, 27 Jan 2023 19:20:32 -0000

Former presidents and vice presidents will be told to check their personal records for classified documents after some were found at the Indiana home of former vice president Mike Pence. It’s the latest discovery in a growing controversy that has led to many questions, including what actually constitutes a classified document, what the process is when a president leaves office, and whether the system is working. Leon Panetta has served as a presidential chief of staff, defense secretary, and director of the CIA, and joins the show from California.

Also on today's show: Dmitri Alperovitch, Co-founder, Silverado Policy Accelerator Think Tank; Kara Swisher, Host, “Pivot”

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Afghan winter hitting women and children particularly hard

Thu, 26 Jan 2023 18:37:54 -0000

Afghanistan was facing a humanitarian crisis even before winter set in. Now the country is enduring its coldest weather in 15 years. Freezing temperatures have killed well over 100 people, and as always, the crisis is hitting women and children the hardest – particularly after the Taliban prohibited women from working for aid organizations, effectively denying them critical assistance. In the past weeks, multiple delegations from the United Nations and other aid groups have traveled to Kabul to press for women’s basic rights to work and learn. Tonight, Christiane speaks with Amina Mohammed and Sima Bahous, two of the UN’s most senior officials who have just returned from Afghanistan where they tried to get the Taliban to change its mind.

Also on today's show: Andrew Solomon, Author, “Far from the Tree”; Rev. Wheeler Parker, Jr., Co-author, “A Few Days Full of Trouble”

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Ukrainian Defense Minister Oleksiy Reznikov

Wed, 25 Jan 2023 19:42:20 -0000

After days of transatlantic wrangling and who’s-on-first gamesmanship, Ukraine receives a double whammy, with both the United States and Germany publicly pledging to send advanced tanks ahead of a projected Russian spring offensive. The past few days have also brought a corruption scandal out into the open, as Kyiv purges several senior officials, including the deputy defense minister. Tonight, Christiane speaks with his boss, Ukrainian Defense Minister Oleksiy Reznikov.

Also on today's show: Ronen Bergman, Staff writer, The New York Times Magazine; Martin Griffiths, U.N. Under-Secretary-General for Humanitarian Affairs; Rev. Liz Walker, Co-founder, Embrace Boston & Hank Willis Thomas, Artist, “The Embrace.”

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Zelensky's fight against government corruption

Tue, 24 Jan 2023 19:42:35 -0000

Ukraine’s President Zelensky may be the world’s most famous wartime leader, but his ability to mobilize his country in the fight of its life wasn’t what got him elected; his pledge to fight corruption did. Now, Zelensky is purging his own government in a growing scandal linked to the unlawful procurement of wartime supplies. Historical corruption, of course, is a primary reason Ukraine had not been admitted to the European Union, and the major government shakeup is happening just as Ukraine looks likely to receive long-awaited German-made tanks from Poland. To discuss all this, Christiane speaks with former US Ambassador to Ukraine William Taylor.

Also on today's show: Stephen Rubin, author, Words and Music; Richard Haass, author, The Bill of Obligations.

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Why is Germany dragging its feet on sending tanks to Ukraine?

Mon, 23 Jan 2023 20:07:12 -0000

An unseemly split over tanks risks the ironclad unity the NATO alliance has demonstrated in support of Ukraine. Among some allies – led by Britain, Poland, Finland, and the Baltic nations – there is a sense of striking while the iron is hot, before Russia regroups for an expected spring offensive. At the heart of the drama is the German Leopard 2 tank, which is top of Ukraine’s wish list. But the German chancellor is dragging his feet. More than a dozen countries own those tanks, including Poland, which says it will send its Leopards to Ukraine. But it would need Berlin’s sign-off. U.S. National Security Council spokesperson John Kirby joins the show from the White House to discuss what military support Ukraine is getting – and what more the alliance can deliver.

Also on today's show: Marcin Przydacz, Foreign Policy Adviser to Polish president; Delia Ephron, author, Left on Tenth.

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Exclusive: US Treasury Secretary Janet Yellen

Fri, 20 Jan 2023 19:06:42 -0000

The US has spent billions and billions so far in Ukraine, but future government spending is all up in the air right now – not just over Ukraine, but also at home, as America has now reached its debt limit and risks a potentially catastrophic default. Social security payments, veteran’s pensions, and more are all at risk. Treasury Secretary Janet Yellen says “extraordinary measures” are now in use to delay default, and she’s calling on lawmakers to “act promptly” to protect the full faith and credit of the United States. Yellen met this week with China’s vice premier in Zurich, before traveling to Africa, where she is hoping to expand US trade there. Christiane speaks with Yellen about all of this in an exclusive interview.

Also on today's show: Dr. Henry Marsh, Author, And Finally; Karen Bass, Los Angeles Mayor; Jacinda Ardern, New Zealand Prime Minister (archived interview).

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A revealing look at Biden's first two years

Thu, 19 Jan 2023 19:30:55 -0000

The 119th Congress is getting into full swing and we’re starting to see what the impact of a divided government looks like. GOP hardliners Marjorie Taylor Greene and Paul Gosar were given committee assignments, despite being tossed off committees last term for incendiary language and ideas. The alleged fabulist George Santos also got a committee assignment, despite growing calls for his resignation. All this as the country moves full steam ahead into a fight over the debt limit, risking a US default that could have disastrous consequences for the American – and global – economy. First in tonight’s show, we take a step back with a revealing look at President Biden and his first two years in office. Chris Whipple joins the show from New York to discuss his new book, The Fight of His Life, based on inside access to the Biden administration.

Also on today's show: Composer Alan Fletcher and pianist Mikhail Voskresensky; Charlie Sykes, Editor-at-Large, The Bulwark.

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Ukraine suffers 'terrible tragedy'

Wed, 18 Jan 2023 19:35:24 -0000

For nearly a year, so much blood has flood through Ukraine under withering Russian fire that tragedy is never far away. Today brought more sorrow, as a Ukrainian helicopter crashed near a kindergarten in the Kyiv region, killing a government minister and at least three children, among others. President Volodymyr Zelensky calls it a “terrible tragedy” and says there will be an investigation. CNN Senior International Correspondent Fred Pleitgen joins the show from the helicopter crash site.

Also on today's show: Rafael Grossi, Director General, International Atomic Energy Agency; Rose Abramoff, earth scientist and climate activist; Ro Khanna, US House Democrat.

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What, if anything, can be accomplished in Davos?

Tue, 17 Jan 2023 20:18:52 -0000

Ukraine’s First Lady Olena Zelenska opened the World Economic Forum in Davos, Switzerland today with a stark warning about the horrors and mass killings her people are facing. The war is the number one topic at the summit, though leaders will also discuss climate change and the cost-of-living crisis. But will the forum be more than just a talking shop? One voice in attendance carries a lot of weight: European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen, who was recently named the most powerful woman in the world by Forbes Magazine. She joins Christiane from Davos.

Also on today's show: Hina Rabbani Khar, Pakistani Minister of State for Foreign Affairs; Joe Berlinger, Director, Madoff: The Monster of Wall Street.

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Is the west helping Ukraine enough?

Mon, 16 Jan 2023 21:27:25 -0000

A Russian missile strike on an apartment building in Dnipro, Ukraine has left at least 40 people dead, making it one of the deadliest single attacks of the war. Ukrainian authorities report that it was a cruise missile. The current wave of attacks on civilian targets comes at a make-or-break moment in this vicious war, as more western allies – including Britain, France, and Poland – promise to send Kyiv tanks and other advanced weapons. But is it happening fast enough to help Ukraine defend itself against feared Russian offensives this spring? Igor Zhovkva is a top aide to President Zelensky and joins the show from Kyiv.

Also on today's show: Uber CEO Dara Khosrowshahi; International Civil Society; author Ilya Somin.

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Biden's document dilemma

Fri, 13 Jan 2023 19:25:50 -0000

A political scandal is brewing over the discovery of classified documents at President Biden’s Delaware home and former office, dating back to his time as vice president. A special counsel has been appointed to investigate, and Republicans are using the opportunity to slam Democrats as hypocrites. The president was highly critical of Donald Trump when classified documents were found at his Mar-a-Lago home last year. There are some key differences though: Trump had refused to return the files, even after being subpoenaed, while Joe Biden’s lawyers turned the materials over voluntarily and the White House has promised to cooperate fully. But it’s still a political headache for the president. To explain the legal implications and more, former federal and state prosecutor Elie Honig joins the show.

Also on today's show: California Lt. Governor Eleni Kounalakis; Jan Egeland, Secretary General, Norwegian Refugee Council; Dr. Francesca Beaudoin, Director, The Long Covid Initiative at Brown University.

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Dr. Céline Gounder on husband Grant Wahl's death

Thu, 12 Jan 2023 20:14:29 -0000

When top soccer journalist Grant Wahl left for Qatar to cover the World Cup in November, his wife, Dr. Céline Gounder, never thought it would be the last time she would see him. The 49-year-old American reporter died suddenly of an aortic aneurism after collapsing in the press box at the end of a match. To add to the tragedy, many on social media falsely blamed Grant’s death on Covid-19 vaccines. Dr. Gounder is an epidemiologist and knows how difficult it is to debunk conspiracy theories. But when the same playbook was used to blame Damar Hamlin’s recent collapse during an NFL game, she says, “the dam broke,” and she decided to write a public essay to try and put an end to the rumors and “refocus attention on Grant’s legacy.” Christiane speaks with Dr. Gounder about how she is managing to channel her grief into purpose in the saddest of circumstances.

Also on today's show: US Transportation Secretary Pete Buttigieg, author Robert Kagan.

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Soviet weaponry on Ukraine's frontline

Wed, 11 Jan 2023 19:39:15 -0000

During this long winter of war in Ukraine, in the eastern town of Soledar – near Bakhmut – every inch of land is contested. Russian mercenaries in the Wagner Group claim they’ve conquered the entire territory, but Ukraine says they’ve been “unsuccessful.” While the Kremlin is playing musical chairs with its war commanders – naming its most senior general Valery Gerasimov to replace Sergei Serovikin after just three months – the US and its allies are “positioning Ukraine to be able to move forward and retake territory,” according to a senior Pentagon official. Another says the upgrade in weapons they are providing gives Ukraine a “much more powerful offensive capability.” But still, both sides rely heavily on Soviet-era artillery, as Ben Wedeman reports from the eastern front.

Also on today's show: Oksana Markarova, Ukrainian Ambassador to the US; Sarah Polley, writer/director of Women Talking; former NFL player Nate Jackson, whose career was ended by injury.

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What next for Brazil after capital riot?

Tue, 10 Jan 2023 21:52:29 -0000

The struggle to protect democracy is once again in the spotlight amid the fallout from a violent insurrection against Brazil’s government institutions Sunday by supporters of ousted President Jair Bolsonaro. New President Lula da Silva has vowed to punish those responsible, but with divisions running so deep in Brazil – a country where disinformation is rife – he has his work cut out for him. Celso Amorim is a former foreign minister of Brazil and advises the current president, and he joins the show from the presidential palace in Brasilia, which was also ransacked.

Also on today's show: Susan Glasser, coauthor of The Divider: Trump in the White House; famed historian Doris Kearns Goodwin; actor Hugh Jackman.

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Brazil's January 6?

Mon, 09 Jan 2023 20:46:47 -0000

On Sunday, insurrectionists stormed Brazil’s congress and the supreme court, also marching on the presidential palace in the capital Brasilia. Eerily, it happened around the January 6th anniversary of the storming of the US Capitol. The insurgents are supporters of former Brazilian President Jair Bolsonaro, who in turn has modeled himself on Donald Trump. President Biden sent a message to the country’s elected President Luiz Inacio Lula Da Silva, saying Brazil’s democracy has America’s full backing. Hundreds have been arrested since the attack, and the president vows those responsible will be held accountable. Correspondent Rafael Romo brings us the latest.

Also on today's show: US House Democrat Delia Ramirez; journalists Anderson Cooper and Emily Maitlis; former NAACP president Ben Jealous.

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Former U.S. House Democrat Mondaire Jones

Fri, 06 Jan 2023 20:21:07 -0000

Today marks the second anniversary of the attack on the Capitol on January 6th 2021. It’s a solemn occasion that President Biden is marking by awarding the Presidential Citizens Medal to 12 individuals who have defended U.S. democracy – many of them are Capitol police who faced the rioters two years ago. Meantime Congress faces a new crisis, not seen in 164 years: after three days, the House of Representatives remains speaker-less as the Republican majority struggles to overcome bitter divides. Their leader Kevin McCarthy is trading away more and more power to garner the support of some stubborn holdouts – but even if this strategy pays off, what he’s giving away could make Congress almost unmanageable. To discuss, we’re joined by Robert Draper, who has been reporting from the Capitol all week and is author of Weapons of Mass Delusion: When the Republican Party Lost Its Mind, as well as former Democratic congressman Mondaire Jones, who was at the Capitol during the attack two years ago.

Also on today's program: Russian journalist Mikhail Zygar and contributing writer for The New Yorker Luke Mogelson.

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Former British Prime Minister Gordon Brown

Thu, 05 Jan 2023 20:09:37 -0000

It’s a once-in-a-generation season of discontent in the United Kingdom. The soaring cost of living is creating a giant inequality gap, with welfare unable to keep up for the most vulnerable and the poorest. Many people are literally having to choose whether to eat or heat this winter. Britain is also facing the chaos of mass strikes from sectors like rail, mail, paramedics, and more. The British chancellor is warning the country’s economy will get worse before it gets better. Gordon Brown knows the stakes well. He served as chancellor under Tony Blair before becoming prime minister and is credited with coordinating the global response to the 2008 financial crisis. He’s also led agreements on tackling poverty and climate change and is now a special United Nations envoy on global education and health. He joins Christiane to discuss all this, as well as pressing international issues.

Also on today's show: Dror Moreh, director of The Corridors of Power; Garrett Fisher, founder of the Global Glacier Initiative.

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Former US Ambassador to Russia John Sullivan

Wed, 04 Jan 2023 19:33:59 -0000

President Biden was in Kentucky today, touting last year’s massive infrastructure bill alongside Senate Republican Leader Mitch McConnell. It’s that kind of bipartisanship that’s necessary to support the defense of democracy in Ukraine, whose foreign minister said today that preparations are underway to receive America’s Patriot air defense systems. This after Washington pledged another $45 billion in emergency assistance over the holidays. Every day that aid becomes more critical, as President Zelensky says Russia is digging in for the long haul – including with the bombing of cities and crucial infrastructure. John Sullivan is deeply familiar with the dynamics at play: for almost three years, he served as America’s Ambassador to Russia, and was there as Vladimir Putin launched his invasion of Ukraine.

Also on today's show: An Afghan aid worker with Women for Women International; Jan Egeland, Secretary General of the Norwegian Refugee Council; Beverly Gage, author of G-Man: J. Edgar Hoover and the Making of the American Century.

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Congressional chaos

Tue, 03 Jan 2023 19:32:42 -0000

In Washington, today marks a new year, a new Congress, and a new balance of power. But right off the bat, the new Republican House majority is stumbling amid a leadership contest that could – at best – be long and drawn out, and – at worst – cause congressional chaos. At this moment, majority leader Kevin McCarthy does not yet have the votes to secure the speaker’s gavel. A small contingent of hardline right-wingers are standing in his way, but are they enough to endanger his election, given his party’s razor-thin majority? McCarthy has already given in to demands from these holdouts, including a rule that will make it easier to boot him out of office. Former Republican Congressman Will Hurd is author of American Reboot: An Idealist’s Guide to Getting Big Things Done and joins the show from Texas.

Also on today's show: Noa Landau, deputy editor-in-chief of Haaretz; Aaron David Miller, former Middle East negotiator for the US State Dept.; Johann Hari, author of Stolen Focus: Why You Can’t Pay Attention.

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The Best of Amanpour 2022: Artist special

Fri, 30 Dec 2022 19:00:00 -0000

Today's show features some of our favourite interviews of the year with stars of stage and screen: writer/director John Ridley, actor Wendell Pierce, actor Emma Thompson.

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The Best of Amanpour 2022: Queen Elizabeth II

Thu, 29 Dec 2022 19:00:00 -0000

On today's special we look back on the life and death of Queen Elizabeth II with former UK Prime Minister Theresa May and Barbados Prime Minister Mia Mottley. Also joining the show to share his unique perspective is historian Jon Meacham.

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The Best of Amanpour 2022: UNGA

Wed, 28 Dec 2022 19:00:00 -0000

Today's show features our favourite interviews of the year from the United Nations General Assembly: IMF Managing Director Kristalina Georgieva, Chilean President Gabriel Boric, journalist/author Erich Schwartzel, director Amir Nizar Zuabi.

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The Best of Amanpour 2022: Climate crisis

Tue, 27 Dec 2022 19:00:00 -0000

Today's show features our favourite interviews of the year dealing with the climate crisis: television naturalist Sir David Attenborough, former US Vice President Al Gore, filmmaker Dan Edge.

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Amanpour update for December 26, 2022

Mon, 26 Dec 2022 19:00:00 -0000

There is no new episode of the Amanpour showcast. If you haven’t already, please check out CNN’s other podcasts and showcasts at cnn.com/audio.

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How to put an end to gun violence

Fri, 23 Dec 2022 18:45:14 -0000

2022 will go down as the second highest year for mass shootings in the US on record. It’s senseless bloodshed that raises the question every time: are these tragedies preventable? And why can’t we stop this uniquely American problem? Joseph Sakran was 17 when a stray bullet went through his throat and struck him in the left shoulder. He survived and that experience altered the course of his life. He is now a trauma surgeon at Johns Hopkins Hospital in Baltimore, a city that continues to be plagued by shootings. Dr. Sakran joins the show to discuss his own experience and trying to put an end to gun violence.

Also on today's show: actor Matthew McConaughey; Alex Heath, deputy dditor of The Verge; director James Cameron.

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The crisis at the America's southern border

Thu, 22 Dec 2022 22:05:21 -0000

There’s no end in sight for the crisis unravelling at America’s southern border, as dangerously cold temperatures set in. On the ground, beyond the fences and wall of steel, humanitarian workers describe scenes of intolerable suffering, with families living on the streets and sidewalks, and children sick and hungry. In the border city of Brownsville, Texas, correspondent Rosa Flores spoke to a family of migrants from Venezuela about their harrowing journey to America and what awaited them on arrival.

Also on today's show: El Paso City Councilwoman Claudia Rodriguez, former New York City Council Speaker Christine Quinn, US Senate Democrat Chris Murphy, director Margaret Brown.

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Sen. Chris Coons assesses Zelensky US visit

Wed, 21 Dec 2022 20:51:20 -0000

A historic surprise visit: Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky is in the US today, on his first trip outside his homeland since Russia’s invasion nearly 10 months ago. He’s meeting with President Biden and addressing Congress as lawmakers prepare to vote on a spending bill that includes billions for Ukraine and NATO allies. Biden is also announcing another $1.8 billion in military aid, including the Patriot air defense system, a long-standing request from Kyiv as Moscow continues to pound Ukrainian cities. Democratic Senator Chris Coons recently met with President Zelensky in Kyiv as part of a bipartisan congressional delegation and joins the show from DC.

Also on today's show: Yesterday the Taliban suspended university education for all female students. Yalda Kohi runs an educational center in Kabul that's been forced to close, and he joins the show to react to the news.

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How the Jan 6 committee came to this moment

Tue, 20 Dec 2022 20:07:05 -0000

The decision by the January 6 committee to refer former President Trump to the Department of Justice on four criminal charges is a dramatic and historic one. Following the final hearing, Trump – the only declared Republican contender for the 2024 presidential election – offered a defiant response, claiming “These folks don’t get it that when they come after me, people who love freedom rally around me. It strengthens me. What doesn’t kill me makes me stronger.” So how did the committee reach its decision? And what are the consequences for the former president? Correspondent Paula Reid walks us through this unprecedented moment in American politics.

Also on today's show: Amy Davidson Sorkin, staff writer, The New Yorker; Rory Stewart, President, GiveDirectly Aisha Harris & Stephen Thompson, Co-hosts, NPR’s “Pop Culture Happy Hour”

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Amanpour update for December 19, 2022

Mon, 19 Dec 2022 20:37:21 -0000

There is no new episode of the Amanpour showcast. If you haven’t already, please check out CNN’s other podcasts and showcasts at cnn.com/audio.

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Continued Russian attacks threaten Ukraine's power, water

Fri, 16 Dec 2022 19:16:05 -0000

Ukraine awoke to another round of strikes this morning, putting its power and water supplies under even more pressure just as winter plunges the country into sub-zero temperatures. The worsening infrastructure crisis prompted the International Rescue Committee to add Ukraine to its Top 10 watchlist for 2023. Joining the show to discuss is IRC President David Miliband.

Also on today's show: CNN reporter Donie O’Sullivan, who's among the journalists whose Twitter accounts were just suspended by Elon Musk; Pulitzer Prize-winning reporter Matt Richtel; Cher (interview from December 2020).

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Special edition: 10 months of war in Ukraine

Fri, 16 Dec 2022 02:46:58 -0000

What's ahead for 2023? Will Russia regroup? Can Moscow make up ground freed by Kyiv's forces? Christiane puts those questions to Ukraine's Foreign Minister Dmytro Kuleba. Next, Ukrainian and Russian authors reflect on how both nations have changed since the invasion. Plus, a look back at some of our reporting on how Ukrainian citizens have endured the onslaught and do what they can to help those on the front lines.

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Pelosi profiles Pelosi in new documentary

Wed, 14 Dec 2022 21:23:36 -0000

After more than a year of investigating, the January 6th committee is near the finish line. House Speaker Nancy Pelosi was a prime target that dark day and is the subject of a new documentary, Pelosi in the House. The woman behind the camera is Pelosi's daughter Alexandra Pelosi, an Emmy-nominated filmmaker. The documentary shows her mother's fight to preserve democracy in the face of danger. It also tracks her stunning rise from homemaker to House Speaker, the first -- and only -- woman to hold that office.

Also on today's show: Brian Greene, professor of physics and mathematics, Columbia University; Elizabeth Williamson, author of Sandy Hook: An American Tragedy and the Battle for Truth.

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Special report: LGBTQ+ rights under attack in Africa

Tue, 13 Dec 2022 19:53:37 -0000

Two events in Washington today tell a story about American global priorities. First, President Biden hosts a summit with African leaders to recognize what the administration calls the continent's "enormous potential and promise." The second has the President host a signing ceremony for the Respect for Marriage Act, the bipartisan bill that requires the federal government to recognize same-sex marriages across the country. In Africa, homosexuality is outlawed in many countries, like Ghana. While the President of Ghana visits the White House, a draconian new bill being debated at home would criminalize not just same-sex "conduct," but any support of LGBTQ rights. Correspondent Nima Elbagir reveals how US and western donors, who pledged to support LGBTQ+ rights, have also funded supporters of the controversial bill.

Also joining today's show: LGBTQ activist Phyll Opoku-Gyimah; actor Sharon Horgan; singer/songwriter Judy Collins.

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Iran protests continue despite brutal crackdown

Mon, 12 Dec 2022 19:21:24 -0000

Iran has executed a second protester related to the anti-government demonstrations gripping the nation. But even in the face of brutal punishments and possibly even a death sentence, the protests have continued. The regime vows to continue its crackdown. Christiane's first guest says that executions are a tactic of repression from an outdated playbook. Hadi Ghaemi is the Executive Director of the Centre for Human Rights in Iran.

Next, we hear from Princeton professor Seyed Hossein Mousavian, a former Iranian diplomat and chief nuclear negotiator.

Also on today's show: Lizzie Gottlieb, director of Turn Every Page, which reveals the extraordinary, 50-year relationship between her father, editor Robert Gottlieb, and Robert Caro, one of America's most widely read political biographers.

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Griner's release prompts cheers ... and questions

Fri, 09 Dec 2022 19:59:04 -0000

Basketball star Brittney Griner is back home in the US after a prisoner swap with Russia. Her release after nearly ten months in detention is being celebrated as a major win for the Biden administration, but the president is facing criticism for not securing the freedom of another American locked up in Russia, Paul Whelan. The US government is also facing questions about the man who they swapped for Griner, notorious arms dealer Viktor Bout. The Pentagon says there's still some concern that Bout could return to the illicit international arms trade. Kylie Atwood breaks down the story to Sara Sidner.

Also on today's show: Historian Peter Frankopan; China analyst Frank Tsai; author David Daley; comedian Trevor Noah.

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Moldova: Surviving in Putin's shadow

Thu, 08 Dec 2022 19:34:00 -0000

Moldova is Ukraine's most fragile neighbor -- the poorest country in Europe, wracked by almost 30% inflation, dealing with energy shortages, and even stray missile incursions. But Moldova is not about to be pushed around: the country is holding the line against what leaders call a 'hybrid war' by Russia who are targeting their political system and their economy. Moldovan President Maia Sandu is in Washington this week, meeting Vice-President Kamala Harris and other senior officials and receiving a Madeleine Albright award for her tireless efforts to promote democracy. Christiane spoke to her about protecting democracy, and Moldova's sheer survival living in Putin's shadow.

Also on today's show: New York Times journalists Jodi Kantor and Megan Twohey, whose dogged investigative reporting on Harvey Weinstein earned them a Pulitzer prize; national security expert Juliette Kayyem.

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Why Warnock won and what it means

Wed, 07 Dec 2022 19:56:49 -0000

Georgia has turned into a real peach for Democrats in the Senate. Raphael Warnock beat his Republican opponent Hershel Walker in the runoff election, keeping both of the state's Senate seats blue. The victory in Georgia is a major triumph for Joe Biden, making him the first president since Franklin Roosevelt to see all his party's senators up for re-election win. And a 51-49 majority will impact everything from committee chairs to legislation. To reflect on the result, Christiane spoke to former US Senate Democrat Carol Moseley Braun and Republican strategist Sarah Longwell.

Also on today's show: Former Russian Deputy Minister of Energy Vladimir Milov; Rappler CEO and Nobel Laureate Maria Ressa.

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Has the war come to Russia?

Tue, 06 Dec 2022 19:26:24 -0000

Russian authorities in the region of Kursk -- close to the border with Ukraine -- said today a drone had hit an airfield. Does that signal a new phase in the war? Christiane asked US Under Secretary for Political Affairs Victoria Nuland, just back from visiting Kyiv where she met with President Zelensky.

Also on today's show: Former Israeli Diplomat Ido Aharoni Aronoff; Caoilfhionn Gallagher, lead international counsel for Chinese billionaire Jimmy Lai; New York Times photojournalist Lynsey Addario.

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How Russia's invasion of Ukraine has impacted Lithuania

Mon, 05 Dec 2022 20:26:34 -0000

Yet another wave of Russian missiles threatened Kyiv today, prompting air raid sirens across the capital and sending citizens scrambling to find shelter. This as President Volodymyr Zelensky criticizes the West for only capping Russian oil at $60 dollars per barrel. French President Emmanuel Macron has drawn a wave of criticism from both Ukraine and Baltic states for saying that the West should think about how to give Russia security guarantees “the day it returns to the negotiating table." Lithuania is one Baltic state deeply impacted by all of this - the is country sandwiched between Russian territory Kalingrad and Belarus. Lithuania Prime Minister Ingrida Šimonytė is on an official visit to the United States this week and she joins Christiane from Pennsylvania.

Also on today's show: Actor Bill Nighy, writer and narrator Rick Stengel.

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Where does the GOP go from here?

Fri, 02 Dec 2022 19:42:05 -0000

Regardless of who wins the Georgia's Senate runoff next week, the Democrats will hold the Senate in the next Congress, after an expected red wave at the midterms turned out to be more of a light splash. Even though the GOP took the House, the repercussions of that vote are spelling trouble for Kevin McCarthy, as fringe members of his party push back against his candidacy for House speaker. So where does the GOP go from here? And what does that mean for America as a whole? Asa Hutchinson, who has been Governor of Arkansas since 2015 and will soon leave the post after the maximum two terms, joins the show to discuss.

Also on today's show: Dr. Anthony Fauci, author Tiya Miles.

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Exclusive: Hillary Rodham Clinton

Thu, 01 Dec 2022 19:31:56 -0000

From Iran to Afghanistan and beyond, women are standing up and resisting intense crackdowns on their rights and freedoms. Women’s equality is now the focus of a summit hosted by former secretary of state Hillary Rodham Clinton and Chelsea Clinton, her daughter and vice chair of the Clinton Foundation. Friday’s event will bring together “advocates, artists, political and policy leaders from around the world to address defending and advancing women’s rights.” The agenda includes voting rights, healthcare, peace, the workplace, and more. It’s a fight Secretary Clinton has led for decades, and she joins the show from Arkansas for an exclusive conversation.

Also on today's show: Acclaimed American soprano Renée Fleming on her comeback role at the Met; journalist Natalie Kitroeff.

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One-on-one with Antony Blinken

Wed, 30 Nov 2022 19:34:07 -0000

Russia must pay for its “horrific crimes” in Ukraine – that’s according to European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen, who has announced plans for a special court to prosecute Russian offenses. While holding Russia accountable is a long-term goal, Ukraine’s need for weapons and equipment now is dominating this week’s meeting of NATO foreign ministers in Romania. With winter setting in and Russia’s relentless attacks hobbling Ukraine’s infrastructure, Christiane speaks with US Secretary of State Antony Blinken from the sidelines of the NATO meeting.

Also on today's show: Alison Davidian, special representative, UN Women in Afghanistan; FDNY Commissioner Laura Kavanagh, the first woman to head New York City's fire department.

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NATO's latest efforts to help Ukraine

Tue, 29 Nov 2022 20:22:43 -0000

In Europe, NATO's foreign ministers are wrestling with how to supply Ukraine with the weapons and equipment it needs to survive a harsh winter at war. Led by US Secretary of State Antony Blinken, the ministers pledged solidarity and $53 million to bolster its electrical systems, and condemned Russia's targeting of civilian populations. To discuss all this and the latest in Ukraine, Christiane speaks with President Zelensky's chief diplomatic adviser Igor Zhovkva.

Also on today's show: Comedian Rob Delaney discusses his new book, A Heart That Works, which chronicles the life and tragic death of his infant son Henry; famed documentarian Ken Burns.

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Eyeing the potential impact of protests in China

Mon, 28 Nov 2022 19:57:31 -0000

Widespread anti-government protests have erupted across China for the first time since 1989 in a rare show of defiance against the ruling Communist Party. Demonstrations spread from Shanghai in the east to Xinjiang in the west, with thousands chanting, “need human rights, need freedom.” Protesters are calling for an end to nearly three years of “zero Covid” restrictions, and even for the removal of Chinese leader Xi Jinping. They were triggered by a deadly apartment fire Thursday in Xinjiang. Videos appear to show that lockdown measures hindered firefighters, keeping them away from the building. The blaze killed at least 10 people. What could all this mean in China and across the world? Former government official Victor Gao joins from Beijing.

Also on today's show: Oxford University historian Peter Frankopan, former Russian diplomat Boris Bondarev, author Douglas Brinkley.

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Amanpour update for November 25, 2022

Fri, 25 Nov 2022 19:00:00 -0000

There is no new episode of the Amanpour showcast. If you haven’t already, please check out CNN’s other podcasts and showcasts at cnn.com/audio.

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Amanpour highlights from 2022

Thu, 24 Nov 2022 18:51:22 -0000

On today's show we bring you three of Christiane's favorite interviews of the year: tennis great Rafael Nadal, master satirist Armando Iannucci, and sculpture superstar Barbara Chase Riboud.

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Yet another mass shooting in the US

Wed, 23 Nov 2022 20:14:56 -0000

America today woke to news of yet another mass shooting, this time at a Walmart in Chesapeake, Virginia, on the eve of the Thanksgiving holiday. That makes two mass shootings in Virginia this month, and seven in America in the past seven days – including the weekend killings at an LGBTQ club in Colorado. This summer, President Biden signed the first major gun safety bill in nearly three decades, but any further developments on this front are unlikely – particularly with the Republicans taking control of the House of Representatives in January. Representative Jim Clyburn joins the show to discuss all this, and the upcoming transition of power within the Democratic caucus.

Also on today's show: Author Yuval Noah Harari; Dr. Daniel Rauch, Chair, American Academy of Pediatrics Committee on Hospital Care.

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COP27 fell short. Now what?

Tue, 22 Nov 2022 19:25:39 -0000

“This is the make-or-break decade, but what we have in front of us is not enough of a step forward for people and the planet.” That’s the verdict of the European Union’s climate policy chief Frans Timmermans, after an underwhelming COP27 in Egypt. He joins the show from Strasbourg.

Also on today's show: President Obama's former speechwriter Cody Keenan on his new book Grace; Gun safety and LGBTQ activist Brandon Wolf on the Colorado Springs shooting; LGBTQ Australian football player Josh Cavallo on the World Cup.

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Exclusive report: Disturbing allegations from Iran

Mon, 21 Nov 2022 19:44:21 -0000

Today's show begins with an exclusive report on what’s happening to Iranian protesters behind bars. Demonstrations have been ongoing since September, as people continue to take to the street across the country, and as many as 14,000 people have been arrested since protests began. Now, troubling accusations are emerging about the treatment they’re facing while detained, with men and women alleging sexual assault by Iran’s security forces. CNN's Nima Elbagir has the story. Following her report, Christiane speaks with Maziar Bahari an Iranian-Canadian filmmaker and human rights activist.

Also on today's show: Director Sally El Hosaini, dancer Misty Copeland.

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Quatar controversy continues as World Cup looms

Fri, 18 Nov 2022 19:57:29 -0000

Football’s 2022 World Cup kicks off in Qatar on Sunday, but the championship – the first to be held in an Arab country – is clouded by controversy even before it begins. First, allegations of corruption around the awarding of the World Cup to Qatar by FIFA, football’s governing body, with an FBI probe of leaders implicated in a bribery scandal. Then, reports of exploitation of Qatar’s migrant workers. And other human rights abuses – particularly against Qatar’s LGBTQ population. Homosexuality is illegal in the country. Dr. Naser Mohamed, a prominent Qatari LGBTQ activist, joins the program to discuss life and human rights inside the country.

Also joining the show: journalist Roger Bennett, US House Democrat Jackie Speier, author Devi Lockwood, and Yale Law School Dean Heather Gerken.

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Russian journalist Mikhail Zygar on resisting Putin

Thu, 17 Nov 2022 20:20:37 -0000

Tuesday's deadly missile explosion in Poland marked the first time a NATO country was directly hit during the conflict and is a reminder of the potential risks of spillover. Russian journalist Mikhail Zygar is following developments in the war closely; he now lives outside Russia and is founding editor of the independent news channel TV Rain. Resistance against Putin takes many forms, and he joins Christiane in London to explain why going public with his own gay marriage was an act of protest.

Also on today's show: Former US Vice President Al Gore; actor Hugh Bonneville.

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How should NATO react to Russia's escalation in Ukraine

Wed, 16 Nov 2022 19:58:21 -0000

NATO leaders are analyzing how best to respond to Russia’s escalation in Ukraine after the consequences of Moscow’s aggression finally hit their territory. Two people are dead in Poland after what are believed to be parts of a Ukrainian air defense missile landed there last night. President Zelensky is calling for further investigations, while Warsaw, Washington and NATO believe the deadly incident happened as Ukraine blocked Russian cruise missiles from hitting western Ukraine. For a few hours of intense consultations and investigations, there was deep anxiety about whether a dangerous new frontier had been breached. To discuss, Christiane speaks with the prime minister of Estonia, a NATO member on Russia’s border.

Also on today's show: Professor of Marketing Scott Galloway; actor Edward Norton; author Clint Smith.

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Democrat Elissa Slotkin on Republican Liz Chaney's endorsement

Tue, 15 Nov 2022 19:49:14 -0000

A Trump-backed election denier lost Arizona’s race for governor, with the winner – Democrat Katie Hobbs – getting help from an unlikely ally: Liz Cheney. Indeed, the Republican congresswoman bucked her party and endorsed three Democrats, all of whom won their races. That list includes Michigan Congresswoman Elissa Slotkin, who joins the show from DC.

Also on today's show: Actor Zar Amir Ebrahimi on role as an Iranian journalist in the new movie Holy Spider; Axios Chief Financial Correspondent Felix Salmon on the collapse of crypto currency powerhouse FTX.

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Biden, Xi shake hands. Now what?

Mon, 14 Nov 2022 20:32:13 -0000

President Biden met with China’s President Xi Jinping face-to-face for the first time in Biden’s presidency today, speaking for over three hours at the G20 summit in Bali. The White House said the conversation was candid about issues like human rights, climate Taiwan, and of course Russian aggression in Ukraine. To discuss the meeting, Christiane speaks with former Chinese government official Victor Gao and Michael Beckley, an American expert on China who previously worked at the Pentagon.

Also on today's show: CNN's Nic Robertson reports from the newly liberated city of Kherson; Journalist Dina Amer, co-writer and director of the new documentary You Resemble Me; Native rights attorney Mary Kathryn Nagle.

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'Putin's War at Home'

Fri, 11 Nov 2022 20:04:18 -0000

Ukrainians are celebrating a monumental victory after its forces liberated the key southern city of Kherson – the only regional capital Russia managed to seize since February. It’s a stinging defeat for Moscow, where Putin is facing increasingly fierce criticism for his invasion of Ukraine – including from some of his own citizens, at major personal risk. This is the focus of a new Frontline documentary, Putin’s War at Home. Its producer Vasily Kolotilov joins the show, alongside Natalia, a journalist featured in the film.

Also on today's show: historian and author Timothy Snyder; author Siddhartha Mukherjee.

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A pivotal moment in Ukraine war

Thu, 10 Nov 2022 20:20:45 -0000

Ukraine is bracing itself for what could be the decisive battle in this brutal war: the battle for Kherson. Russia’s defense minister has ordered the withdrawal of its troops from parts of the region, as Ukrainian forces advance towards the city. It seems to be a major setback for Putin’s war aims, but Ukrainian officials are expressing skepticism and caution – especially as the Kremlin’s top security adviser visits Iran, where western officials say he’s seeking more advanced weapons. Ukraine’s President Volodymyr Zelensky wants to ensure international support for his country’s defense continues, particularly from the US in the wake of the midterms. At this pivotal moment, Christiane sat down with the president and his wife, First Lady Olena Zelenska, for a global exclusive.

Also on today's show: Equipping female soldiers in Ukraine; America at the climate summit; sports and cultural journalist Jemele Hill's new memoir.

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Exclusive interview: Volodymyr Zelensky & Olena Zelenska

Wed, 09 Nov 2022 20:22:29 -0000

In the battle to liberate Ukrainian territory all eyes tonight are on statements from the Russian Defense Minister who has publicly ordered the withdrawal of forces from Kherson’s west bank. This as Ukrainian forces advance towards the strategic city from two directions. Kherson has been the only regional capital taken by Russia since February’s invasion. Christiane sat down for an exclusive joint interview with President Zelensky and First Lady Olena Zelenska. We bring you excerpts today; the full interview airs tomorrow.

Also on today's show: US Senate Democrat Tim Kaine; US House Republican Adam Kinzinger; NATO Secretary General Jens Stoltenberg; New York Times political reporter Astead Herndon.

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How today's US elections could impact Ukraine

Tue, 08 Nov 2022 21:12:13 -0000

Could support for Ukraine’s fight for freedom be shaped by elections taking place thousands of miles away in the United States? A series of high-profile American officials have visited Kyiv these past few days, among them a bipartisan group of senators, US National Security Adviser Jake Sullivan, and just today, the US Ambassador to the United Nations Linda Thomas-Greenfield. Christiane speaks with the ambassador during her visit to a grain milling plant in Kyiv about ongoing US support for the war effort.

Also on today's show: Former US Treasury Secretary Larry Summers; award-winning journalist Robin Wright.

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Ukraine's monumental efforts to rebuild in Irpin

Mon, 07 Nov 2022 19:53:35 -0000

The coming winter is the new battleground all across Ukraine. After four weeks of Russian attacks on energy infrastructure, battalions of engineers are working around the clock, trying to prevent a total collapse of the grid. For many residents, especially in towns and cities badly damaged earlier in this war, monumental efforts to rebuild homes as well as traumatized minds are being undertaken. Christiane reports from Irpin, which felt the full force of Russia’s failed attempt to take Kyiv.

Also on today's show: Military experts Mike Mullen (former Chairman, Joint Chiefs of Staff) and Richard Shirreff (former NATO Deputy Supreme Allied Commander, Europe) provide insight on the latest military maneuvers in Ukraine; Pakistani Foreign Minister Bilawal Bhutto Zardari; author Nouriel Roubini.

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Special report: Life without power in Kyiv

Fri, 04 Nov 2022 20:13:38 -0000

Thousands of households are without power in Ukraine's capital Kyiv. The country's leaders say that because Russia can’t defeat them on the battlefield, they’re trying to break them at home instead. So how do the people of Ukraine get by without reliable access to water, heat or power – while knowing winter is coming? Christiane meets with residents and business owners in Kyiv to see how they’re adapting. Following her report, she speaks with the UN's resident coordinator in Ukraine Denise Brown, who oversees the global response to the acute humanitarian needs of the people in the country.

Also on today's show: Anne Applebaum, staff writer for The Atlantic; legal scholars Geoffrey Stone and Lee Bollinger on the threat to affirmative action.

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How US midterm elections could affect Ukraine war

Thu, 03 Nov 2022 20:08:00 -0000

Christiane is in Ukraine, as it continues to struggle with rolling emergency power outages due to Russian shelling of key civilian infrastructure across the country. Meantime, midterm elections in America take place in under a week and there are concerns that a shift in Washington could impact the battlefield. To discuss, Christiane is joined in Kyiv by two members of a bipartisan congressional delegation who met with President Zelensky today: Democratic Senator Chris Coons and Republican Senator Rob Portman.

Also on today's show: Alex Stamos, Director, Stanford Internet Observatory; US House Democrat Stephanie Murphy.

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UN climate chief Simon Stiell

Wed, 02 Nov 2022 18:00:00 -0000

The science is clear: the climate crisis is existential, and humanity is still not doing enough to prevent catastrophe. A new report from the United Nations warns that at our current rate, the world is set for disastrous overheating of 2.5 degrees Celsius by the end of the century – way higher than the goal of 1.5. This weekend, world leaders will gather in Sharm el-Sheikh, Egypt for the COP27 summit, where once more they will try to agree on a way to reverse this. Simon Stiell is the United Nations’ climate chief and speaks to Christiane ahead of this vital summit.

Also on today's show: Two-time Oscar-winner Genna Davis; Joan Donovan & Emily Dreyfuss, co-authors of Meme Wars.

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Can the Iranian protests succeed where others have failed?

Tue, 01 Nov 2022 19:46:01 -0000

Protests in Iran flared up again today, despite the Revolutionary Guards setting a weekend deadline for getting off the streets. There have been widespread protests in the country before, but these were cracked down on in brutal fashion. Is this time any different? And does the west have any leverage? Historian Abbas Milani joins the program to discuss.

Also on today's show: Heather McGhee, host of The Sum of Us podcast; Barbara F. Walter, author of How Civil Wars Start.

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It's Lula by a nose. Now what?

Mon, 31 Oct 2022 20:45:06 -0000

By narrowly beating incumbent Jair Bolsonaro for the presidency of Brazil, the man who goes simply by Lula has staged a stunning political resurrection. Now the country transitions from Bolsonaro' s far-right authoritarian presidency, back to Lula’s worker party socialism. But Bolsonaro has yet to concede defeat. So, what does Lula's return mean for the Americas, and the world? Former Mexican Foreign Minister Jorge Castaneda joins the show to discuss.

Also on today's show: US Senate candidate Evan McMullin; investigative journalist Linda So; CNN's Anderson Cooper.

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Can Haiti be saved?

Fri, 28 Oct 2022 20:00:21 -0000

The beleaguered country of Haiti now stands on the verge of complete collapse. In September, armed gangs seized a critical fuel terminal -- placing a stranglehold on food, water and power. Hospitals are shutting down. Millions of Haitians face food deprivation. Earlier this month, Haiti's transitional leader, Ariel Henry, requested an armed intervention by international forces, to restore peace and some security. US Secretary of State Antony Blinken says the UN is preparing a resolution in support of an assistance mission. But so far, no country has stepped up to lead. Why is that? Sara is joined by Haiti's Ambassador to the US, Bocchit Edmond.

Also on today's show: Dr. Manfret McGhee, father of St. Louis high school shooting victim; Kimberly Mutcherson, Co-Dean, Rutgers University Law School; Nobel prize-winning author Mario Vargas Llosa.

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Vogue's Edward Enninful on 'A Visible Man'

Thu, 27 Oct 2022 19:32:25 -0000

Vogue has been setting trends for decades, led by its legendary editor Anna Wintour, and since 2017, Edward Enninful has overseen its British counterpart. He is the first Black person and first man to hold the role. His agenda-setting, star-powered reign has attracted readers and buzz, all fueling speculation that he was gunning for Wintour’s job. But in a revealing conversation with Christiane, Enninful puts the rumors to rest. He tells her how, in his words, he went from dorky immigrant to exotic model, and how he learned to stand up and stand out, making himself A Visible Man.

Also on today's show: author Zarifa Ghafari; author Stacy Schiff.

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Exclusive: Russian Ambassador to the UK Andrei Kelin

Wed, 26 Oct 2022 19:07:20 -0000

A categoric denial from the Russian Ambassador to the UK today, as Andrei Kelin tells Christiane that Moscow using nuclear weapons is “out of the question,” in a revealing interview. This after the British, American and French governments sent Moscow a stern warning this week, fearing Russia is preparing for an escalation in Ukraine by planting false flag alarms. But the ambassador’s firm stance may not calm fears; after all, Russian officials said all along they were not going to invade Ukraine, yet they did. Kelin is a veteran foreign service officer whose portfolio has included arms control and NATO relations, and he sat down with Christiane at the ambassador’s residence in London.

Also on today's show: US Special Presidential Envoy for Climate John Kerry; Russian investigative journalist Yevgenia Albats.

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NATO: Dirty bombs are a Russian false flag operation

Tue, 25 Oct 2022 19:44:06 -0000

Without any evidence – and despite denials by Kyiv and Washington – Moscow is claiming that Ukraine plans to use a “dirty bomb” on its territory. Ukraine’s foreign minister calls the story a “pure Russian lie” and says no one should be fooled. As the grinding military battle continues, Ukraine makes hard fought gains in the east and south while Ukraine’s citizens are hunkered down for a possible winter of energy blackouts after vital infrastructure was hit by Russia. President Zelensky’s chief diplomatic adviser joins the program.

Also on the program: bestselling author Jon Meacham details Abraham Lincoln’s most difficult decisions in his new book And There Was Light, plus Scott Jennings and Tom Perez discuss the upcoming midterm elections.

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Can new UK PM Rishi Sunak right the ship?

Mon, 24 Oct 2022 19:36:50 -0000

After a tumultuous several weeks, Britain has a new prime minister and possibly some stability. The former chancellor Rishi Sunak takes over after the implosion of Liz Truss, who in turn took over after Boris Johnson had to resign. Sunak will be the first person of color in the post, and at 42, the youngest in two centuries. To discuss the challenges ahead, Christiane speaks with editor of The Spectator magazine Fraser Nelson, and Ayesha Hazarika, a former Labour Party adviser.

Also on today's show: Clea Newman Soderlund, daughter of Paul Newman and Joanne Woodward, talks about her father's posthumous memoir Paul Newman: The Extraordinary Life of an Ordinary Man; MacArthur Fellowship winner Reuben J. Miller; Edward Enninful, Editor-in-Chief at British Vogue.

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An Auschwitz survivor's painful, important memoir

Fri, 21 Oct 2022 18:00:00 -0000

From Bosnia to Syria to Ukraine, war crimes are an all-too-common reality wherever conflict arises. The failed promise of “never again” after the Holocaust rings hollow time and time again, and with fewer survivors living to tell the tale with every passing year, testimonies like today's first guest become more vital than ever. Tova Friedman was just five years old when she was taken to Auschwitz, where several members of her family were killed. Now she is sharing her life story in a new memoir, The Daughter of Auschwitz. She joins the program alongside her co-author, journalist Malcolm Brabant, to discuss what compelled her to tell her story now, in all its painful details.

Also on today's show: Johanna Hamilton & Yoruba Richen, co-directors of the new documentary, The Rebellious Life of Mrs. Rosa Parks; AOL co-founder Steve Case.

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What next for the UK?

Thu, 20 Oct 2022 18:42:41 -0000

Resigning after just 45 days in office, Liz Truss has cemented herself as the United Kingdom’s shortest-serving prime minister. She presided over a period of chaos: her economic plan tanked the pound and sent markets into freefall, raised interest rates and threw ordinary people into panic about their mortgages and the cost of living. Her slew of tax cuts for the wealthy has been ditched now by her new chancellor Jeremy Hunt. Now, the Conservative Party will hold yet another leadership election, aiming to have another prime minister in place by next Friday. But the calls for a general election are growing louder. Can – and should – the Conservative Party really govern Britain right now? Former Conservative MP and minister Sir Alan Duncan joins the program, followed by Labour MP and Shadow Foreign Secretary David Lammy.

Also on today's show: Robert Draper, author of Weapons of Mass Delusion; wildly popular Iranian singer Googoosh.

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The state of the midterms in the US

Thu, 20 Oct 2022 13:04:44 -0000

Millions of Americans have already turned out in early voting for this year’s midterms in a number of states, setting up a battle between two competing visions for America. While Republicans hammer home messages on inflation and the economy, Democrats focus on defending democracy and the rights of women and families. But with President Biden facing low approval ratings on the economy, it's a tough political environment for Democrats right now. Correspondent Jeff Zeleny looks at a closely-watched race in Michigan.

Also on today's show: Nic Robertson on the realities of Russia's war; Ben Macintyre, author of Prisoners of the Castle; US Senate Democrat Sheldon Whitehouse; Matthew Delmont, author of Half American.

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A budding insurgency outside Iran

Tue, 18 Oct 2022 19:17:08 -0000

Concern is growing about Elnaz Rekabi, the 33-year-old Iranian athlete who competed in South Korea on Sunday without a mandatory hijab. On social media today, Rekabi said there was a problem climbing with the covering, apologized, and said she was returning to Iran. Now rights groups based abroad are raising the alarm about what might happen to her once she’s home. It comes amid ongoing protests by Iranian women and male allies, sparked by the death of police custody of Mahsa Amini. Amini was an Iranian Kurd, and that community has borne the brunt of the regime’s crackdown. Now some are fleeing across the border to Iraqi Kurdistan and joining armed opposition groups. Correspondent Nima Elbagir traveled there to learn more about this budding insurgency.

Also on today's show: British MP Crispin Blunt, the first Conservative Member of Parliament to call for new Prime Minister Liz Truss' ouster; author Anand Giridharadas; Gina Kim, executive producer of Rising Against Asian Hate: One Day in March.

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Trying to make sense of the UK economic mess

Mon, 17 Oct 2022 18:31:33 -0000

What's happening in the UK right now has heads spinning around the globe. New Prime Minister Liz Truss is already scrambling to survive. Her new chancellor Jeremy Hunt today brought down the axe on nearly all of her tax-cutting plan after it sent the markets spiraling. To make sense of all of this, Christiane spoke to Rory Stewart, former conservative party MP and cabinet minister, and economist Mariana Mazzucato.

Also on today's show: Frank Tsai, the founder of China Crossroads, which works closely with academic and business figures in China; Rana Faroohar, a global economic analyst for CNN and columnist at the Financial Times; actor Jeremy Strong and director James gray discuss their new movie Armageddon Time.

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How Nobel-winner Memorial defies Vladimir Putin

Fri, 14 Oct 2022 18:00:00 -0000

It’s a dangerous time for Russians speaking out against President Vladimir Putin – though many still bravely do so. Russian human rights group Memorial has been working since the 1980s to expose abuses by the Russian state. The Nobel committee recognized this in awarding the group this year’s Peace Prize, which it shares with Ukraine’s Center for Civil Liberties, and an imprisoned Belarusian human rights advocate. Christiane speaks with its Chairman Jan Raczynski about the Nobel honor and his fight against repression.

Also on today's show: Defending Democracy Together cofounder Sarah Longwell; artist Barbara Chase-Riboud.

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What will NATO do next to help Ukraine?

Thu, 13 Oct 2022 17:40:21 -0000

Temperatures are falling in Europe, so the urgency is rising to get Ukraine ready for winter warfare. NATO defense ministers have just wrapped up two days of meetings in Brussels, with Germany, the Netherlands and France rushing air defense systems to the country after Russia launched a wave of missile attacks that killed civilians. The alliance also says it will go ahead with its annual nuclear exercises planned for next week, amid Putin’s veiled threats about tactical nuclear weapons. For more on this, Christiane speaks with NATO Secretary General Jens Stoltenberg.

Also on today's show: Professor Vali Nasr, a former State Department official, gives his take on the continuing Iran protests; Chase Strangio, deputy director for transgender justice at the ACLU, discusses misconceptions about transgender health and rights.

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Iran protests prompt government crackdown

Wed, 12 Oct 2022 19:02:45 -0000

It’s nearly one month since the death of 22-year-old Mahsa Amini, who died after being hauled in by Iran’s morality police, and protesters are still in the streets. It’s the biggest threat to the regime in many years. At the frontlines are women and even schoolgirls fighting for freedom and defying strict laws on the wearing of the hijab. But these protests are also about the dire economic reality facing the country. CNN International Correspondent Jomana Karadsheh joins the show, followed by University of Tehran professor Mohammad Marandi.

Also on today's show: photographer Tyler Mitchell; Harvard Law School professor Noah Feldman; Angela Lansbury from the archives.

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Eric Holder rules on the Supreme Court

Tue, 11 Oct 2022 21:26:38 -0000

The midterms are four weeks away, with the economy and abortion rights at the top of people’s minds as they prepare to vote. In the wake of the Supreme Court’s decision to overturn Roe, polls show confidence is at an historic low, with over half of Americans disapproving of the court’s performance. And as its new term gets underway, a raft of cases could drastically impact huge swathes of life in America, including voting, LGBT rights, and climate regulation. Joining us to discuss is former US Attorney General Eric Holder.

Also on today's show: Reza Aslan, author of An American Martyr in Persia; Richard Reeves, author of Of Boys and Men.

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Russia's revenge

Mon, 10 Oct 2022 19:43:08 -0000

President Biden and world leaders are condemning Russia’s massive missile strikes against Ukraine and have vowed to continue supporting its fight for freedom. The strikes are viewed as Russia’s revenge for the downing of parts of the key bridge linking Crimea to the Russian mainland, as well as weeks of Ukrainian gains on the battlefield. Ukraine’s Foreign Minister Dmytro Kuleba has cut short a tour of Africa where he was appealing for the continent’s support, and he joins the show to discuss.

Also on today's show: Karim Khan, Chief Prosecutor, International Criminal Court; Yeganeh Rezaian, Senior Researcher, Committee to Protect Journalists; Astead Herndon; national politics reporter, New York Times.

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The women leading Iran's protests

Fri, 07 Oct 2022 18:03:14 -0000

Women have been at the forefront of ongoing protests in Iran, following the death of Mahsa Amini in the custody of the so-called morality police three weeks ago. In a country infamous for crushing dissent, these women are trying to force authorities to pay attention to their demands, sometimes at their own peril, as Jomana Karadsheh explains. Following her report Christiane is joined by Shirin Ebadi, a Nobel laureate and human rights lawyer who was Iran's first female presiding judge before being demoted following the 1979 revolution.

Also on today's show: celebrated journalist Charlayne Hunter-Gault, author of a new memoir, My People; Rolling Stone co-founder Jann Wenner.

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NSC spokesperson John Kirby on Ukraine, North Korea

Thu, 06 Oct 2022 18:50:31 -0000

Washington is watching fast-moving developments on two fronts, in Ukraine and in North Korea. Kim Jong Un fired two shortrange missiles into North Korea’s eastern waters, just two days after sending a missile over Japan. It amounts to 24 missile tests so far this year, the highest number since Kim came to power 10 years ago. Meantime in Ukraine, officials there say a number of Russian missiles have struck the southern city of Zaporizhzhia, some leveling large parts of residential buildings. This while President Zelensky says his forces continue to make important gains both in the east and in the south. To dig into all this, Christiane speaks with US National Security Spokesperson John Kirby.

Also on today's show: John Ridley, writer, director and executive producer of Five Days At Memorial, a new documentary about Hurricane Katrina; actor Wendell Pierce.

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For Russia, defeats on the battlefield, dissent at home

Wed, 05 Oct 2022 18:35:40 -0000

A deliberate muddying of the facts about its invasion of Ukraine has been Russia’s game plan -- it now brushes off talk of military setbacks by saying it's "regrouping.” But widely circulated videos of Russian soldiers paint a very different picture. Correspondent Melissa Bell reports, followed by an interview with Andrey Kortunov, Director General of the Russian International Affairs Council, a think tank with connections to the Russian foreign ministry.

Also on today's show: Oscar-nominated actor Stanley Tucci, host of the hit travel series Searching for Italy; Oscar-nominated director Immy Humes, author of The Only Woman.

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Unprecedented protests continue in Iran

Tue, 04 Oct 2022 18:35:02 -0000

The world is watching Iranians young and old confront the Islamic regime amid fears of a worsening crackdown. It's day 18 of unprecedented protests that erupted after the death in police custody of 22-year-old Mahsa Amini. Jomana Karadsheh spoke to one of the student protesters. Following her interview, Christiane speaks Fatemeh Shams, an assistant professor of modern Persian literature at the University of Pennsylvania, who took part in anti-government protests of 2009 before fleeing Iran for the US.

Also on today's show: Mykhailo Podolyak, an advisor to Ukraine President Zelensky; Parag Khanna, author of MOVE: Where People Are Going for a Better Future; Pulitzer prize-winning journalist Maggie Haberman.

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Special report: How far will Putin go?

Mon, 03 Oct 2022 19:23:26 -0000

The US and its NATO allies are swiftly warning of retaliation and catastrophic consequences for Russia should President Putin follow through on pledges of nuclear warfare. Many are wondering just how far Putin will push it, as Ukraine continues to bust through Russian lines after weeks of a successful offensive in the east and now the south. The key city of Lyman in Donetsk is now back in the hands of Ukrainian forces. Correspondent Nic Payton Walsh was the first TV journalist to visit the city and he joins the show to discuss.

Also on today's show: US Senate Democrat Jeanne Shaheen, a senior member of both the Foreign Relations and Armed Services committees; former Brazilian Foreign Minister Celso Amorim; Scott Armstrong, author of Adrift: America in 100 Charts.

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Feature interview: Scottish satirist Armando Iannucci

Fri, 30 Sep 2022 18:00:00 -0000

The UK has been swept up in a week of economic and political turmoil, with Prime Minister Liz Truss’s Conservative government coming under increasing pressure over its controversial tax cut plan. Financial markets are roiled, the British pound tanked, and the IMF issued a rare rebuke. Meanwhile in Italy, the electoral success of Giorgia Meloni marks a lurch to the far right that will see a party with roots in neo-fascism enter power for the first time since World War II. And in the US, the latest January 6 hearing had to be postponed due to the devastating arrival of Hurricane Ian. Political chaos often acts as inspiration for Armando Iannucci’s work. He’s beloved for his comedies, looking at the absurdity of politics in The Thick of It, Veep, and The Death of Stalin. His latest work, Avenue 5, is a sitcom about a tourist spaceship thrown off course. But as he explains to Christiane, his goal isn’t just to poke fun at those in power, but increasingly to try and shore up our fragile democratic norms.

Also on today's show: Pulitzer Prize-winning investigative reporter Jodi Kantor; comedian Hasan Minhaj.

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Why hurricanes seem to be increasingly more powerful

Thu, 29 Sep 2022 18:24:16 -0000

One of the strongest storms ever to hit the US is causing catastrophic flooding and destruction across hundreds of miles. Speaking this morning, Florida Governor Ron DeSantis said the storm is “basically a 500-year flood event,” and the government confirms that Ian produced “one in a thousand-year rainfall” in some Florida locations. It embodies a trend in recent hurricanes, as warmer water – driven by climate change – fuels stronger, more destructive storms. UC Santa Barbara Professor of Environmental Politics Leah Stokes is a climate policy expert and joins the show to discuss.

Also on today's show: historian Nina Khrushcheva on what's behind Putin's annexation of Ukrainian territory; Katy Hessel, author of The Story of Art Without Men; Brennan Center for Justice Sr. Fellow Ted Johnson.

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Special Report: Russians flee conscription

Wed, 28 Sep 2022 20:04:01 -0000

It's day 223 of Vladimir Putin’s war on Ukraine and the president is upping the ante. It’s believed he will move this week to annex the areas under Russian occupation, after claiming an overwhelming mandate in sham referendums there. Ukraine, Europe and the US reject the whole process and Kyiv says Putin will try to make residents there fight for the Russian military. Meanwhile inside Russia, people – mostly men – are voting with their feet: they continue to flee the country in droves, desperate to avoid Putin’s forced mobilization, as Melissa Bell reports.

Also on today's show: former US National Security Council Senior Director Fiona Hill; Jennifer Egan, author of The Candy House; AFL-CIO President Liz Shuler.

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Can Dems avoid a midterm 'shellacking?'

Tue, 27 Sep 2022 19:10:24 -0000

It’s just six weeks until the midterm elections, which often sees the party in power get a “shellacking,” as President Obama once put it. Democrats are bracing for a result that could cost them all or part of Congress and reduce President Biden’s power. The Senate's longest-tenured member, Democrat Patrick Leahy is set to retire after 48 years in Congress. He joins the show from Capitol Hill.

Also on today's show: Raffaele Trombetta, Italian Ambassador to the UK; Luke Mogelson, author of The Storm Is Here: An American Crucible.

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Assessing the ongoing Iranian protests

Mon, 26 Sep 2022 18:18:33 -0000

For ten straight days protests have engulfed many parts of Iran, the most widespread since the Green Revolution of 2009. State media and human rights groups say dozens have been killed in the violence so far. Despite internet restrictions and the harsh reaction of security forces, the protests show no sign of abating. In fact, they’re spreading – demonstrations took place outside Iranian embassies in London and Paris over the weekend. To discuss, Christiane speaks with Marjane Satrapi, the French-Iranian author best known for her illustrated memoir Persepolis, about growing up in Iran during the revolution.

Also on today's show: Chile's new President Gabriel Boric; Joshua Prager, author of The Family Roe: An American Story.

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What to do about Russian-backed 'referendums' in Ukraine

Fri, 23 Sep 2022 19:14:10 -0000

“A sham.” That is what Ukrainian and western officials are calling the so-called referendums underway in four occupied regions of Ukraine on whether to become part of Russia. There are reports of coercion and threats, and ballots are being delivered to people’s houses. The votes are expected to pave the way for annexation of large chunks of territory. Crucially, this would allow President Putin to claim that the western alliance is in direct confrontation with his country. It all comes as Russians are fleeing the country by land and by air in droves – after the Kremlin ordered hundreds of thousands of reservists to join the fight. Australia’s foreign minister says her government is considering expelling the Russian ambassador over Putin’s nuclear threats. Australian Foreign Minister Penny Wong also says she encouraged her Chinese counterpart to help end the conflict in Ukraine when she met with him at the United Nations on Thursday. She joins Christiane outside the UN to discuss.

Also on today's show: Ukrainian Ambassador to the UK Vadym Prystaiko; author/humorist Andy Borowitz; Amir Nizar Zuabi, Artistic Director of The Walk.

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Behind the women protesting in Iran

Thu, 22 Sep 2022 18:22:19 -0000

Women in Iran are ripping off their hijabs and cutting their hair in the streets as an outpouring of anger takes place across the country. Demonstrators are mourning and protesting the death of Mahsa Amini, the 22-year-old woman who died after being arrested by Iran’s morality police, who enforce the country’s strict dress codes for women. The authorities say Mahsa Amini had a heart attack, but her family say that’s a lie. Christiane had hoped to put all this to the Iranian President Ebrahim Raisi in an interview on Wednesday night. But at the last minute, he refused to sit for the interview unless Christiane wore a headscarf. It’s an unprecedented request; Christiane has interviewed every Iranian president since 1995, including on the sidelines of the UN General Assembly, and this had never before been an issue. So tonight, Christiane gets reaction to the protests from Senator Chris Murphy – who sits on the Senate Foreign Relations Committee – and an Iran expert.

Also on today's show: Holly Dagres, Senior Fellow, Atlantic Council; Kristalina Georgieva, Managing Director, International Monetary Fund; Susan Glasser & Peter Baker, coauthors of a new book on Donald Trump, The Divider.

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Can the UN do anything to mitigate global crises?

Wed, 21 Sep 2022 18:30:50 -0000

Christiane is at the United Nations, where world leaders are gathering for their first in-person general assembly in three years – just as Russia’s President Vladimir Putin decided to call up 300,000 reservists to fight in Ukraine. It’s a massive escalation amid his troops’ recent setbacks on the battlefield and comes just after officials in several occupied regions of Ukraine said they will hold referendums on formally joining Russia this week. It adds to a perfect storm of global crises, yet organizations like the UN seem largely incapable of working as a mechanism for peace and stability. Spain is a key NATO member and announced a boost in military spending when it hosted NATO’s summit in Madrid this summer. Its prime minister Pedro Sanchez joins Christiane in New York.

Also on today's show: European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen; Jennifer Berkshire, co-author of A Wolf at the Schoolhouse Door.

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Danger Zone: The Coming Conflict with China

Tue, 20 Sep 2022 18:39:47 -0000

The UN General Assembly got underway today in the shadow of war. While the focus is on Russia's invasion of Ukraine, there are worries as well about China and Taiwan. Joining the show to discuss is Michael Beckley, coauthor of Danger Zone: The Coming Conflict with China.

Also on today's show: Kosovo Prime Minister Albin Kurti, historian Camille Joseph.

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The Queen laid to rest

Mon, 19 Sep 2022 19:06:41 -0000

In Britain, a day of mourning, gratitude, and change. The world witnessed the funeral for a British queen, a ritual never before seen on live television, and – for the first time in most people’s lives – the United Kingdom welcomed a new king. Now, the world turns to what lies ahead: the reign of Charles III.

Today's guests include: Sir David Manning, former British ambassador to the US; Irish Foreign Minister Simon Coveney; former Director of Royal Communications for Buckingham Palace Sally Osman; New York Times London bureau chief Mark Landler; composer Andrew Lloyd Webber.

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Archbishop of York reflects on Queen Elizabeth II

Fri, 16 Sep 2022 18:44:32 -0000

The incredible lines of people waiting to pay tribute to Queen Elizabeth II as she lies in state are stretching to five miles and more, as the Palace says it is preparing for one of the biggest ceremonial events since World War II. Hundreds of heads of state and dignitaries will gather in London for the Queen’s state funeral on Monday. The Archbishop of York Stephen Cottrell – the nation’s second most senior bishop – will be offering one of the prayers during the service. He also led the 70th Jubilee service at St Paul’s Cathedral this summer and has even done a jigsaw with Her Majesty. He joins Christiane to talk about this moment and his memories.

Also on today's show: Barbados Prime Minister Mia Mottley, former US Deputy Assistant Secretary of Defense Evelyn Farkas, National Association of Evangelicals President Walter Kim.

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What next for the British monarchy?

Thu, 15 Sep 2022 18:57:55 -0000

Hundreds of thousands of people are expected to line up for miles to say farewell to their Queen. Simon Schama is a scholar of monarchy in Britain and around the world, awarded a knighthood for services to history in 2019. He joins Christiane outside the Palace of Westminster, where the Queen is lying in state.

Also on today's show: NATO Secretary General Jens Stoltenberg, Chief Executive of the Civil Society Coalition for Climate Change Aisha Khan.

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Special report: The Queen lies in state

Wed, 14 Sep 2022 18:48:36 -0000

Rivers of people are stretching for miles through the British capital, crisscrossing the Thames as mourners queue to see the Queen’s coffin in the Palace of Westminster. Queen Elizabeth II will lie in state until 6:30am on Monday morning, the day of her state funeral. Her coffin’s procession to Westminster saw the kind of pageantry on display that is unique to Britain, as Isa Soares reports. She is followed by Patricia Scotland, the Secretary-General of the Commonwealth of Nations, and historian Timony Garton Ash.

Also on today's show: Abbas Gallyamov, a former speechwriter for Vladimir Putin; Iuliia Mendel, former press secretary for Ukraine President Zelensky.

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The Queen makes her final journey

Tue, 13 Sep 2022 20:41:39 -0000

The Queen’s coffin makes its way today to her London home, after leaving Scotland on a Royal Air Force jet. After one more night at Buckingham Palace, the Queen will lie in state for four days at Westminster, and preparations are underway for as many as two million people who want to pay their respects. King Charles III and Queen Camilla will meet the coffin at Buckingham Palace, following their historic trip to Northern Ireland. To react to the latest, Christiane speaks with three experts: Catherine Haddon, Senior Fellow, Institute for Government; historian Elizabeth Norton; British broadcaster Bidisha Mamata

Also on today's show: former British Prime Minister Theresa May.

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Calls for more UK devolution on the rise

Mon, 12 Sep 2022 19:49:26 -0000

Tributes to the now late Queen Elizabeth II haven't quieted the calls for more devolution around the United Kingdom and overseas, to shake off vestiges of the former British empire. To discuss this, Christiane spoke to Sir David Manning, a former British Ambassador to the United States.

Meanwhile, following a stunning Ukrainian counter offensive in Kharkiv, and for the first time since his February invasion, Putin is facing mounting criticism from his own side. Loyal commentators have asked whether he miscalculated or was misinformed. Deputies from 18 municipal districts in Moscow, St. Petersburg and elsewhere are now calling on him to resign. The former Commander of American forces in Europe, General Ben Hodges, joined Christiane from Germany.

Also on today's show: former Archbishop of Canterbury Rowan Williams; Baroness Beeban Kidron, member of the House of Lords.

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Mourning the Queen, welcoming the King

Sat, 10 Sep 2022 00:26:33 -0000

King Charles III has addressed the United Kingdom as it mourns the loss of his mother, Queen Elizabeth II. Before the address, he met with the British prime minister and the public today, shaking hands and even being kissed on the cheek by one woman. It is the first full day of his reign and a new era for Great Britain. Church bells rang out across a nation in mourning and gun salutes were fired to honor the Queen’s 96 years. Across the world, national monuments have been lit up in tribute to Queen Elizabeth and newspapers have dedicated their front pages to mark her passing.

Joining the show today are the Queen's former Communications Director Simon Lewis; former British PM Tony Blair; former US Secretary of State John Kerry; US presidential historian and biographer Jon Meacham.

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Special report: The death of Queen Elizabeth II

Thu, 08 Sep 2022 20:53:03 -0000

Today we take a look back at the Queen's extraordinary life with help from historian Simon Schama, former UK Ambassador to the US Kim Darroch, and former UK MP Alistair Burt.

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Will Europe's largest nuclear plant be shut down?

Wed, 07 Sep 2022 19:16:13 -0000

The emergency around Ukraine’s largest nuclear plant intensifies and Kyiv now says it’s considering shutting down the Zaporizhzhia complex. Ukraine blames Russia for shelling the plant and for using it as a military shield, while Russia blames Ukraine. But will Moscow agree to a safety zone? Vladimir Chizhov is Russia’s envoy to the European Union and joins the show from Brussels.

Also on today's show: Kenyan President-elect William Ruto; Caitlin Dickerson, staff writer for the Atlantic; Katie Gavin, Naomi McPherson, and Josette Maskin from the indie band MUNA.

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What to expect from new UK PM Liz Truss

Tue, 06 Sep 2022 18:35:52 -0000

Britain has its fourth prime minister in six years, after Liz Truss visited Queen Elizabeth II in Scotland for the royal handshake, a formality that propelled her to head of government, and to become the third female prime minister of the country. Thus ends the Boris Johnson era, signified by high drama, a litany of scandals, and a country in deep crisis. The challenges facing Prime Minister Truss are monumental, with high inflation and soaring energy bills. To discuss her daunting in-tray and the UK’s future on the international stage, Christiane speaks with Labour member of the House of Lords Valerie Amos and Britain’s former man in Washington Peter Westmacott.

Also on today's show: International Atomic Energy Agency Director Rafael Grossi; Jackson, Mississippi Mayor Chokwe Antar Lumumba.

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The UK gets a new PM

Mon, 05 Sep 2022 18:55:11 -0000

It’s official: Liz Truss will become the UK’s next prime minister. Two months after Boris Johnson announced he would be leaving his post, the country’s foreign secretary took 57% of Conservative Party members’ votes, beating her rival Rishi Sunak by a smaller margin than expected. What can the UK and the world expect from a Prime Minister Truss? Veteran British journalist Andrew Neil joins the show to discuss.

Also on today's show: Journalist Zhanna Nemtsova, daughter of slain Russian opposition leader Boris Nemtsov; Carlo Rovelli, physicist and author; David Robinson, son of Jackie Robinson, baseball's first Black player.

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The two Americas in sharp contrast

Fri, 02 Sep 2022 19:05:55 -0000

The setting was symbolic, the stakes were high, and the president minced no words. Joe Biden used a primetime address to rebuke Donald Trump and Republican extremism. In a speech outside Philadelphia’s Independence Hall – considered the birthplace of America – Biden warned that MAGA forces could crush democracy. The man who started his presidency preaching unity and refusing to use his predecessor’s name has made a choice to confront what he sees happening in the Republican Party. Meanwhile in an interview, former President Trump suggested he might pardon some Capitol insurrectionists. It made for a split screen laying bare the two Americas and the two vastly different choices facing the country months before the midterms. Political commentator S.E. Cupp joins the show to discuss.

Also on today's show: author Josh Mitchell; musicians Nick Sanborn & Amelia Meath of the indie pop duo Sylvan Esso.

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Potential crimes against humanity in China, says UN

Thu, 01 Sep 2022 18:32:58 -0000

China may have committed crimes against humanity in Xinjiang, according to a long-awaited – and much-delayed – report from the United Nations. Beijing has denounced the report, saying it’s based on “disinformation.” Correspondent Anna Coren reports, followed by WSJ Chief China Correspondent Lingling Wei and Senate Foreign Relations Committee member Jeanne Shaheen.

Also on today's show: Historian Nicole Hemmer, whose new book Partisans explores the conservatives who remade US politics in the 1990s and how that decade paved the way for Donald Trump’s presidency.

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Mikhail Gorbachev from the archives: 1991, 2012

Thu, 01 Sep 2022 14:35:57 -0000

The tributes have been pouring in as the world marks the passing of Mikhail Gorbachev, who died last night at 91. A titan of the 20th century, he was the last leader of the Soviet Union, who raised the Iron Curtain and – along with his American partner President Ronald Reagan – ended the Cold War. Ten years after the fall of the Berlin Wall, Christiane spoke with President Gorbachev about the dissolution of the Soviet Union and his reflections a decade on. They had another, very different conversation in 2012, just after Vladimir Putin's re-election, during which he expressed worries about the authoritarian tendencies taking shape in Russia.

Also on today's show: Nina Khrushcheva, historian and great-granddaughter of Nikita Khrushchev, who put up the Berlin Wall in 1961; former US Ambassador to Russia Thomas Pickering; Adam Entous on his New Yorker piece, The Untold History of the Biden Family.

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Special report: Unrest in Baghdad

Tue, 30 Aug 2022 18:34:26 -0000

Iraq’s capital city has seen violent protests that left at least 21 dead after weeks of tensions. The spark was ignited after influential Shiite cleric Muqtada al-Sadr announced on Twitter that he was quitting politics for good. This comes after his supporters were unable to form a government, despite winning the most seats in parliament last year. Al-Sadr’s announcement sent a shockwave through Baghdad and his loyalists stormed the so-called Green Zone, prompting al-Sadr to apologize to the nation for the violence and urged protesters to go home. Correspondent Ben Wedeman has the latest. For more on the unrest, and to explain the background, Sara speaks with Feisal Amin al-Istrabadi, who as Iraq’s deputy ambassador to the United Nations had firsthand experience of Iraqi politics and diplomacy.

Also on today's show: Craig Whitlock, author of The Afghanistan Papers, which examines how that country's war was sold -- and mis-sold -- to the public; Jason Reid, author of Rise of the Black Quarterback; Global Citizen CEO Hugh Evans and Grammy Award-winning musician Angelique Kidjo on the 10th anniversary of the Global Citizen Festival.

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Special report: Devastating floods in Pakistan

Mon, 29 Aug 2022 18:40:00 -0000

“I have not seen destruction on this scale … it’s overwhelming.” Those are the words of Pakistan’s Foreign Minister after seeing the utter devastation in his country right now, as monsoon rains and floods have killed a staggering 1,100 people. Horrifying video shows towns completely inundated, with people desperately searching for shelter and food, as Anna Coren reports. Her report is followed by an interview with Pakistani Minister of State for Foreign Affair Hina Rabbani Khar.

Also on today's show: James Crawford, author of The Edge of the Plain: How Borders Make and Break Our World; Julie Ha & Eugene Yi, co-directors of Free Chol Soo Lee; Rachel Crane, CNN Innovation and Space Correspondent.

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What will Fed Chair Jerome Powell do this time?

Mon, 29 Aug 2022 14:56:05 -0000

The world is struggling with rising prices and slowing economies in the wake of the pandemic and the war in Ukraine. As the cost of food and energy spikes, inflation in the double digits is becoming a more common occurrence. At the end of this week, America's top economists will gather in Jackson Hole, Wyoming, and all eyes are on what the chair of the US Federal Reserve Jerome Powell will say. So what can we expect and how will it impact working families? Axios Chief Financial Correspondent Felix Salmon joins the show to discuss.

Also on today's show: Karim Khan, the chief prosecutor for the International Criminal Court; Edward Buckles Jr., director of the new documentary on Hurricane Katrina, Katrina Babies.

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A momentous day in Ukraine

Mon, 29 Aug 2022 14:55:45 -0000

Ukraine is marking its independence day today, exactly six months since Russia launched its war to crush it. Although Kyiv cancelled events amid fears Russia might carry out missile strikes, the country quietly but resolutely celebrated its history, its culture, and its resilience in the face of a formidable threat. President Zelensky has reiterated his stance that the war will not end until Ukraine regains every bit of territory lost to Russia, including Crimea. So, will US and European assistance help achieve that? Sara speaks with an adviser to Ukraine's defense minister, Yuriy Sak.

Also on today's show: Estonian Prime Minister Kaja Kallas; CNN Corresponent Audie Cornish.

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Amanpour update for August 26, 2022

Fri, 26 Aug 2022 18:43:00 -0000

There is no new episode of the Amanpour showcast. If you haven’t already, please check out CNN’s other podcasts and showcasts at cnn.com/audio.

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UN High Commissioner for Human Rights Michelle Bachelet

Thu, 25 Aug 2022 20:04:53 -0000

China is experiencing the worst heatwave in decades, which comes as the United Nations recently declared access to a clean and healthy environment to be a human right. It’s just one of many pressing issues for UN human rights chief Michelle Bachelet – and China is sure to be forefront of her mind. Bachelet is facing intense scrutiny over a long-delayed report into China’s treatment of the Uyghurs, stalling what many see as a vital chance to hold China to account. Bachelet’s tenure comes to an end this month and she’s vowed to release the report before leaving office – giving her just a matter of days. Sara Sidner sat down with Bachelet for an important interview.

Also on today's show: Orlando Figes, author of The Story of Russia; Alex Pritz, director of The Territory, a new documentary about the Amazon rainforest.

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Special Report: A killing in Moscow

Mon, 22 Aug 2022 18:28:46 -0000

Russia claims it knows who killed Darya Dugina, the daughter of far-right ultranationalist Alexander Dugin, an influential ally of Vladimir Putin. Dugina was killed by a car bomb outside Moscow Saturday night, with the Dugins' security service telling Russian state media that Ukraine is responsible for her death. Ukraine has denied any involvement in the explosion. Correspondent Fred Pleitgen takes a closer look at the incident and who the Dugins are. Also providing insight and perspective on the bombing are Masha Gessen, a staff writer for the New Yorker, and Ekaterina Kotrikadze, anchor and news director at TV Rain, Russia's only independent news channel.

Also on today's show: Anya Kamenetz, author of The Stolen Year: How Covid Changed Children's Lives, and Where We Go Now; Erich Schwartzel, author of Red Carpet: Hollywood, China, and the Global Battle for Cultural Supremacy.

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Investigations into Donald Trump intensify

Fri, 19 Aug 2022 18:40:45 -0000

This week has seen an escalation in several of the investigations into Donald Trump and his businesses. We know the FBI seized 11 sets of classified material during their Mar-a-Lago search, but we don’t know the evidence used by the Justice Department to get the warrant required. That could soon start to change. A judge is starting the process to potentially release some of that info as early as next week. Meantime, one of the former president’s most trusted executives Allen Weisselberg has pleaded guilty to helping the Trump Organization engage in a 15-year-long tax fraud scheme. To digest all this, Sara speaks with former FBI special agent Asha Rangappa.

Also on today's show: Two friends of Salman Rushdie, PEN America CEO Suzanne Nossel and novelist Hari Kunzru, discuss last week's attack on the renowned author; author Nahid Shahalimi on her new book We Are Still Here, discusses why Afghan women should be involved in setting policy for their country.

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Will Crimea hold the key to Russia's war on Ukraine?

Thu, 18 Aug 2022 18:24:31 -0000

As the long stalemate continues in Ukraine, can a series of attacks on Crimea turn the tide? We hear from former Ukrainian Defense Minister Andrii Zahorodniuk. Then: Disasters, corruption, and brutal gang violence. Can anything stop Haiti's spiral towards collapse? Plus: Selina Wang tracks one man's desperate escape from China in search of the American dream. And: Fighting for freedom not with guns, but with music. An interview with the members of the Ukrainian freedom orchestra as they wrap up their world tour.

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What's next for Liz Cheney?

Wed, 17 Aug 2022 18:30:08 -0000

It was a primary with immense ramifications for the future of the Republican Party, with the perils of crossing former President Trump on full display last night in the state of Wyoming. Liz Cheney was soundly defeated by the little known – but Trump-backed – candidate Harriet Hageman. Cheney had become a rare vocal critic of the former president within her own party and is a leading member of the House committee investigating the January 6 insurrection. Cheney says she is “thinking” about running in the 2024 presidential election, but where does her loss leave the GOP? Former Republican congressman Joe Walsh joins the show to discuss.

Also on today's show: Iran scholar Karim Sadjadpour; economist Vicky Pryce; CNN Chief Climate Correspondent Bill Weir; 17-year-old aviator Mack Rutherford, who's aiming to become the youngest person to fly solo around the world.

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Chaos in Kenya

Tue, 16 Aug 2022 19:13:49 -0000

William Ruto is the declared winner of Kenya’s presidential election, after edging out opposition leader Raila Odinga by an extremely narrow margin. Odinga is rejecting the results and will challenge them in court, something he’s done in the past – this is his fifth time running. Chaos erupted at the election center and in Odinga strongholds, and four of the seven electoral officials disowned the results. For more on this, Sara Sidner speaks with CNN's Larry Madowo in Kisumu.

Also on today's show: International Crisis Group's Africa Program Director Murithi Mutiga; International relations professor Oliver Stuenkel; Austrian Minister for Climate Action Leonore Gewessler.

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Special report: Afghanistan one year on

Mon, 15 Aug 2022 18:41:11 -0000

Today, the Taliban announced a public holiday to mark the first anniversary since their return to power in Afghanistan. As they congratulate themselves, the Afghan people may find little to rejoice, however. The Taliban is yet to run a fully functioning government, women’s rights are evaporating, and the economy took another blow today as the Biden administration announced it won’t be releasing billions of dollars of frozen Afghan assets any time soon. It’s a life or death situation for many Afghans who face malnutrition, and the United Nations is warning that half the population faces acute food insecurity. Today, we take a closer look at the current state of play inside the country.

Today's guests include former US Ambassador to Afghanistan Ryan Crocker, former Afghan Youth Representative to the UN Shkula Zadran, and Committee to Protect Journalists President Jodie Ginsberg.

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Afghanistan, one year later

Fri, 12 Aug 2022 17:00:00 -0000

It’s nearly one year since the Taliban took returned to power in Afghanistan and the US withdrew. Since then, a devastating earthquake and ongoing economic crisis have crippled the country. Elliot Ackerman knows Afghanistan well, have served five tours there and in Iraq while in the Marines. Last August, he found himself pulled right back in, trying from afar to help Afghans desperate to flee the country. He details it all in his new book, The Fifth Act, and he speaks with Bianna about why he believes America’s disastrous withdrawal represented the collapse of its morals.

Also in today's show: Ed Perkins, director of the new HBO documentary on Princess Diania, The Princess; Jennette McCurdy, author of I’m Glad My Mom Died.

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Have we seen the last of runaway inflation?

Thu, 11 Aug 2022 20:08:06 -0000

After months of pain, it looks like light could be emerging at the end of the tunnel for American consumers: the price of gas has fallen beneath $4 per gallon for the first time since March, and there are signs inflation is easing. For Democrats, the news caps off a hat trick of legislative achievements: President Biden has signed the PACT Act and the CHIPS Act, all ahead of the long-awaited passage of the Inflation Reduction Act, expected to make its way through the House on Friday. To discuss, Patrick Gaspard of the Center for American Progress joins the show.

Also on today's show: Philip Short, author of the new biography Putin; journalist Jane Mayer.

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Zelensky vows to reclaim land from Russia

Wed, 10 Aug 2022 18:52:38 -0000

Ukraine’s President Zelensky has a message for Putin: not only will you not take any new Ukrainian land, we will claw back what you stole nearly a decade ago. He’s talking about Crimea, the Black Sea peninsula that Russia annexed in 2014. Zelensky made the comments after the Russian air base in Crimea was hit by several explosions, though Ukraine has not said whether its forces were behind it. Correspondent David McKenzie brings us the latest.

Also in today's show: journalist and author Dana Milbank, Israeli journalist Noa Landau, author Mohsin Hamid, economist Raj Chetty.

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What the Mar-a-Lago search means for Trump

Tue, 09 Aug 2022 18:32:13 -0000

The news came from former President Trump himself: the FBI searched his Mar-a-Lago home, the first time ever that federal agents have searched the residence of a former American leader. It took place under utmost secrecy and there are still many unanswered questions, but what we do know is that the search was related to the handling – or alleged mishandling – of classified documents. To explain the legal implications, former top lawyer at the Justice Department Neal Katyal joins the show.

Also on today's show: US House Democrat Sharice Davids; Haiti Country Director, World Food Programme Jean-Martin Bauer.

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How to get Conservatives to back clean energy

Mon, 08 Aug 2022 18:28:18 -0000

President Biden has emerged from his Covid isolation and traveled to Kentucky today to visit families hit by catastrophic flooding. This isn’t the first time he’s traveled to sites hit by extreme weather, but it is the first time he’ll be able to tell the people that Washington is about to make its biggest investment ever to tackle rising temperatures. The senate this weekend passed the Inflation Reduction Act, which tackles everything from healthcare to climate, and if it passes the House, it could be on Biden’s desk by the end of the week. Former Republican Congressman Bob Inglis now works to get more conservatives to support green energy and joins the show from South Carolina.

Also on the show: climate scientist Friederike Otto; journalist and author John Sweeney (Killer in the Kremlin); NASA administrator Bill Nelson.

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A dizzying week in global politics

Fri, 05 Aug 2022 14:54:45 -0000

China’s live fire drills in the Taiwan strait have provided an explosive finale to a dizzying week in global politics. Beijing is making good on its promise that Taipei would pay the price for hosting House Speaker Nancy Pelosi earlier this week, a visit that came just after the White House announced the killing of the leader of Al-Qaeda in Kabul. Domestically, the US has undergone several political earthquakes, with the potential revival of President Biden’s climate agenda and the landslide victory for abortion rights in the steadfastly Republican state of Kansas. The New Yorker’s Susan Glasser joins the show to break down this tumultuous week.

Also on today's show: Ron Howard and Raymond Phathanavirangoon, the director and co-producer, respectively, of the new movie Thirteen Lives, which depicts the 2018 rescue of a Thai football team; historian Evan Thomas, author of Ike’s Bluff: President Eisenhower’s Secret Battle To Save The World.

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Can the Dems finally get Biden's 'Build Back Better' passed?

Thu, 04 Aug 2022 18:33:11 -0000

Democrats are on the brink of an agreement over a substantial climate, healthcare and tax package – without a single Republican vote. Senate Minority Leader Mitch McConnell has lambasted the bill, calling it “a terrible deal,” and its fate now comes down to just one senator: Arizona Democrat Kyrsten Sinema. Will President Biden finally get this key piece of his agenda passed? Colorado Democratic Senator John Hickenlooper is a staunch advocate of the bill and joins the show from DC.

Also on today's show: CNN US Security Correspondent Kylie Atwood on the Brittney Griner verdict; Annie Lowrey, staff writer at The Atlantic, on her difficult pregnancies and the heartbreaking choices women sometimes face; NBA legend Kareem Abdul-Jabbar on the passing of his friend, mentor and role model, Bill Russell.

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Kansas voters reject constitutional amendment banning abortion

Wed, 03 Aug 2022 19:20:08 -0000

The message sent by Kansas voters last night was as surprising as it was clear: keep abortion legal in our state. By a large margin, traditionally conservative Kansas rejected an amendment that would have taken away women’s right to abortion. It was the first time Americans were called to weigh in on the issue since the Supreme Court overturned Roe v. Wade in June. That’s despite polls showing broad public support for abortion rights. President Biden has now called on Congress to pass a law to restore the protections Roe provided, and with the midterms just three months away, this could be a potent issue for Democrats. Donna Shalala served as health secretary under Bill Clinton and joins the show to discuss.

Also on today's show: US Ambassador to the UN Linda Thomas-Greenfield; Wounded Warrior Project campaigner Jose Ramos; NYC Dept. of Health Commissioner Dr. Ashwin Vasan.

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The life and death of Zawahiri

Tue, 02 Aug 2022 18:20:06 -0000

New details are emerging about the U.S. attack that killed Al Qaeda leader Ayman al-Zawahiri. According to a senior administration official, the drone strike took President Biden and his inner circle months to secretly plan, with staffers building a small scale model of Zawahiri’s Kabul safehouse to help the president decide when to give the order. One of the masterminds behind the 9/11 terrorist attacks, Zawahiri emerged from the Egyptian middle class to become one of America’s most wanted terrorists. CNN International Correspondent Michael Holmes provides details and context. Following his report: an interview with retired Admiral William McRaven, who oversaw and organized the operation that killed Osama Bin Laden in 2011.

Also on today's show: US Ambassador to Ukraine Bridget Brink; former US Treasury Secretary Lawrence Summers.

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What will China do if Pelosi visits Taiwan?

Mon, 01 Aug 2022 18:37:49 -0000

Speaker of the House Nancy Pelosi is expected to visit Taiwan this week, according to senior Taiwanese and US officials. The precise date of her arrival is not yet known, but it’s already riling tensions in the region. China has repeated warnings that their military won’t “sit idly by” if it feels threatened by the visit. CNN Senior International Correspondent Will Ripley has the latest. Following his report we speak with former Australian Prime Minister Kevin Rudd, author of the new book Avoidable War: The Dangers of a Catastrophic Conflict Between the U.S. and Xi Jinping’s China.

Also on today's show: former English women's soccer star Kelly Smith; Lis Smith, author of Any Given Tuesday: A Political Love Story.

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Putin's blood gold

Fri, 29 Jul 2022 18:36:57 -0000

The war rages on in Ukraine, and exclusive new reporting reveals some of the ways Russia’s war is being funded. A new Yale study concludes that Russia’s economy has been “catastrophically crippled” by western sanctions – so how is President Putin fueling his war machine? Partly thanks to his meddling in Africa. In an exclusive report, Nima Elbagir reveals how Moscow stopped democratic change over 6,000 miles away in Sudan, just as its people had successfully toppled one of the longest standing African dictators through peaceful street protests. One key reason: Sudan is one of the world’s biggest exporters of gold, and Russia has been illegally exploiting and smuggling this resource from Sudan for years. Nima and her team traveled to the north of the country to show how Russia manipulates the Sudanese military government and how it uses front companies to get around U.S. sanctions to hold onto the gold.

Also on today's show: The Kite Runner actors Amir Arison, Azita Ghanizada and Faran Tahir; Yale social and natural science professor Nicholas Christakis.

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Where is the US economy headed?

Thu, 28 Jul 2022 19:27:38 -0000

It is felt all around the world, from grocery baskets to pumps at gas stations, from electric bills to clothing: inflation like rarely seen before. Amid a collision of crises, from the war in Ukraine to a slowdown of the Chinese economy, the ripple effects are being felt keenly in the United States, where the Bureau of Economic Analysis just announced the economy has shrunk again for the second quarter in a row. The International Monetary Fund called it earlier this week: a global recession could soon be at hand. To assess where the US economy is at, the Financial Times’ Rana Foroohar joins the program from New York.

Also on today's show: US Senate Democrat Chris Coons, former US soccer star Briana Scurry, A Love Song actors Dale Dickey & Wes Studi.

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What California is doing about climate change

Wed, 27 Jul 2022 18:29:38 -0000

Extreme weather made worse by the climate crisis continues to ravage our world. In St. Louis, Missouri, record-breaking rainfall is causing widespread flash flooding, while Europe is still in the grip of wildfires devouring acres of land and wreaking havoc on people’s lives. And California has seen unprecedented wildfires in scale and spread with the Oak Fire near Yosemite National Park, forcing Governor Gavin Newsom to declare a state of emergency. His senior climate adviser Lauren Sanchez joins the show to discuss.

Also on today's show: UK Ambassador to Ukraine Melinda Simmons; US House Democrat Seth Moulton; director Sara Dosa.

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Will EU's gas reduction deal work?

Tue, 26 Jul 2022 18:19:57 -0000

To prevent a severe supply shock, EU ministers have agreed to reduce natural gas consumption by 15% between August and next March. Ukraine’s neighbor Poland was initially opposed to the deal, though has now approved it, and its deputy foreign minister joins the program from Warsaw.

Also on today's show: former US Ambassador to Ukraine William Taylor; author Lindsey Fitzharris; contributing writer for the The Atlantic Tom Nichols.

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Covid, monkeypox, and now polio? What to know

Mon, 25 Jul 2022 19:51:31 -0000

The World Health Organization says monkeypox is now a global health emergency. The new declaration comes as infections surge in 75 countries, with 5 deaths and more than 16,000 cases reported so far. It’s one of three health emergencies the world is facing right now, along with the coronavirus pandemic and polio – with the US reporting its first new case of polio in almost a decade. To discuss the state of global public health, how concerned we should be, and who is most vulnerable, epidemiologist Anne Rimoin joins the show.

Also on today's show: International Atomic Energy Agency head Rafael Grossi; former US Secretary of State Condoleezza Rice.

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Trump's insurrection day delinquency on full display

Mon, 25 Jul 2022 15:09:25 -0000

President Trump chose not to act – that's the number one takeaway of the latest congressional hearing into the January 6 insurrection. It demonstrated that Donald Trump not only ignored repeated calls to stop the riot, but he also failed to reach out a single time to law enforcement and national security officials. Paul Rosenzweig is a former federal prosecutor and served in the Department of Homeland Security, and he joins the program to discuss.

Also on today's show: author Aaron Stark (I Would Have Been a School Shooter...), now a mental health advocate, provides a unique perspective on America's gun violence epidemic; Tikhon Dzyadko, the Editor-in-Chief TV Rain -- Russia's last independent TV station.

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The impact of SCOTUS overturning Roe v. Wade

Thu, 21 Jul 2022 21:17:11 -0000

The Supreme Court's decision to overturn the constitutional right to abortion is already having a real impact across the country. Millions of women in red states are contending with new restrictions. Confusion surrounding new laws has led to some patients being denied much needed healthcare, including Marleena Stell. She suffered a miscarriage late last year but was denied the abortion she needed to remove the fetus because she lives in Texas, with doctors pointing her to the state's six-week ban. Marleena joins the show from Houston.

Also on today's show: Emily Wales, CEO & President, Planned Parenthood Great Plains; Malcolm Nance, author, They Want to Kill Americans; Jason Kander, author, Invisible Storm; Simon Mejia, founder of the Colombian band Bomba Estereo.

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Special Report: Extreme heat in Europe

Wed, 20 Jul 2022 19:02:29 -0000

Record-breaking temperatures are serving as yet another wake-up call for the people of this planet, as Europe bakes under intense heat. Thousands have died and firefighters are battling flames from France to Greece. We're joined by Bob Ward from the Grantham Research Institute on Climate Change, and the climate-focused mayor of Bristol England, Marvin Rees.

Also on today's show: Simon Munday, author of Race for Tomorrow, who traveled to 26 countries to discover how those on the frontlines are adapting to the climate crisis; Sinn Fein VP Michelle O'Neill.

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CNN poll shows electorate divided ... and depressed

Tue, 19 Jul 2022 18:45:11 -0000

Brand new CNN polling reveals US voters are evenly split between the two major parties. Our CNN political director David Chalian breaks it all down for us. Plus, we bring you new and important reporting on the January 6 panel's primetime witness list. And, Democrats push the MAGA candidate in a Trump v. establishment battle in Maryland.

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UK under first-ever 'red alert' heat warning

Tue, 19 Jul 2022 14:21:13 -0000

The British government has some advice today, which could equally apply to many parts of Europe and the world: don’t go anywhere and don’t do anything. The unusual advice is because, for the first time ever, the UK is under a red alert warning for extreme heat. Temperatures could reach a record 105 degrees Fahrenheit this week in the country. Experts say climate change is making heatwaves like this one more frequent and more intense, and the UN Secretary General says humanity is facing “collective suicide.” Professor Myles Allen has contributed to several IPCC UN reports on climate change and joins Sara Sidner to discuss.

Also on today's show: Igor Zhovkva, Ukrainian President Zelensky's chief diplomatic adviser; US Democratic Congressman Tom Malinowski; Nana Darkoa Sekyiamah, author of the new taboo-busting book The Sex Lives of African Women.

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New book profiles Trump's Republican enablers

Fri, 15 Jul 2022 17:35:05 -0000

The evidence against Donald Trump simply keeps mounting, as his multi-pronged efforts to overturn the will of the people in the 2020 election continue to be exposed in the January 6 hearings. While some have since changed their tune, what is clear is that the former president was surrounded by a group of enablers and – in some cases – sycophants. They are the focus of Mark Leibovich’s new book, Thank You For Your Servitude, in which he profiles Republicans such as Lindsey Graham and Rick Perry, who went from scorning Trump to serving him. The author joins the show to discuss.

Also on today's show: A new documentary investigates the Boy Scouts of America, exposing some of the 82,000 claims of sexual abuse against the youth organization, with firsthand accounts from survivors. Director Irene Taylor and former boy scout Stuart Lord join Hari Sreenivasan to discuss the century-long coverup.

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Special Report: MBS's reform and record

Thu, 14 Jul 2022 18:29:05 -0000

President Biden says his ongoing visit to the Middle East is an opportunity to fix the “mistake” of walking away from America’s influence in the region. But after visiting Israel, the next leg of his trip brings him to Saudi Arabia, where he will meet with Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman. Critics fear the visit could end in compromises on human rights and democratic values that could further damage America’s global reputation. Correspondent Nic Robertson brings us his report from Saudi Arabia, examining Bin Salman’s reformist vision – and his brutal record.

Also on today's show: Saudi human rights activist Lina al-Hathloul; US Senate Democrat Raphael Warnock; Yariv Mozer, director of The Devil’s Confession: The Lost Eichmann Tapes.

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Biden in the Middle East

Wed, 13 Jul 2022 19:11:33 -0000

President Biden is in Israel, the 10th trip of his lifetime but his first as America’s commander in chief. Israel’s new interim prime minister Yair Lapid welcomed Biden warmly, calling him one of the best friends Israel has ever known. But the lovefest between leaders surely won’t continue on Friday when Biden heads to Saudi Arabia for his controversial meeting with Crown Prince Mohammed Bin Salman. Biden has previously called the country a “pariah” for its killing of journalist Jamal Khashoggi and other human rights violations. But with rising gas prices and concerns about Iran and China, President Biden has decided the visit is in America’s interest. To discuss all this, Bianna speaks with Martin Indyk, who served as US Ambassador to Israel and US Special Envoy for Peace.

Also on today's show: New York Times South Asia correspondent Emily Schmall on the chaos in Sri Lanka; historian Kathleen Belew, author of Bring The War Home; acclaimed writer Patrick Radden Keefe.

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Chicago Mayor Lori Lightfoot

Tue, 12 Jul 2022 18:40:34 -0000

President Biden and the Democratic Party are lauding the passage of the first major gun rights legislation in decades. It’s a small victory after the Supreme Court ruled to expand gun rights, and Chicago could be the measure of its success. The city is struggling with high levels of gun violence and lethal crime: in 2021, it experienced one of its deadliest years in recent memory, with almost 800 homicides. The state of Illinois is also bracing for the impact of the Supreme Court’s overturning of Roe v. Wade, as although abortion access remains legal there, it’s surrounded by states where bans are coming into effect, meaning local providers could be overwhelmed. Chicago’s Mayor Lori Lightfoot recently announced she is running for reelection, and she is currently in Europe to champion the city’s economic recovery. She joins the show from the sidelines of Fintech Week London.

Also on today's show: political economist Ahilan Kadirgamar, who took part in the Sri Lankan protests; author Ken Auletta, whose new book Hollywood Ending deals with the Harvey Weinstein saga; Tim Miller, author of Why We Did It, which explores his involvement with the GOP.

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Black Air Force officer shatters military glass ceiling

Mon, 11 Jul 2022 17:57:44 -0000

America’s best days lie ahead – that’s the message President Biden has tried to relay in recent days. But many Americans don’t agree: a staggering 85% say the country is headed in the wrong direction, amid constant mass shootings, a cost-of-living crisis, the erosion of rights, and ongoing threats to democracy. Abroad, its key ally Britain is in turmoil, while China is growing ever more ambitious, and Ukraine depends on the US to help defend the liberal world order. President Zelensky is praising western-supplied weapons as “working very powerfully,” but it’s clear he needs more, especially fighter aircraft. The importance of winning the skies has been largely overlooked, so in today's show we turn to an expert. Gen. Charles Q. Brown, Jr. is chief of staff for the US Air Force and the first Black officer to lead a branch of the military. Now, he’s focused on reforming the institution, and he speaks with Christiane from the Pentagon.

Also on today's show: actor David Harbour (Stranger Things); author Helen Zia (Last Boat out of Shanghai).

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Amanpour update for July 8, 2022

Fri, 08 Jul 2022 18:00:00 -0000

There is no new episode of the Amanpour showcast. If you haven’t already, please check out CNN’s other podcasts and showcasts at cnn.com/audio.

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Inside Boris Johnson's resignation

Thu, 07 Jul 2022 18:42:40 -0000

In the end, it took nearly 60 government resignations, more personal scandals than one can count, and a painful amount of drama and dysfunction. But the moment finally came today when British Prime Minister Boris Johnson announced he would step down – except he wants to stay on until his successor is chosen, which could be months from now. He painted his legacy in terms of getting Brexit done, the Covid vaccine rollout, and Britain’s support for Ukraine. But Johnson’s time in office will surely also be remembered for the tsunami of self-inflicted crises, breaking the law over Partygate, and his many attempts to cling onto power. Alistair Burt served under Boris Johnson at the UK Foreign Office and joins the show to discuss.

Also on today's show: CNN International Diplomatic Editor Nic Robertson, Finnish President Sauli Niinistö, historians Catherine Haddon and Simon Schama.

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Special Hour: Boris Johnson on the brink

Wed, 06 Jul 2022 18:35:32 -0000

A major political crisis is underway in the United Kingdom. “Keep Calm and Carry On” seems to be Prime Minister Boris Johnson’s continuing motto, despite yet another scandal, top ministerial resignations, losing recent local elections, and plunging popularity. One snap poll conducted today found that seven out of 10 adults want Johnson to resign. And yet again, the familiar question: how long can he cling on? It’s a playbook Americans know well; just like Donald Trump, Boris Johnson has stepped far out of mainstream expectations for a political leader and flung up such volumes of scandal, overloading the news cycle and the public. But the old Boris razzle dazzle is wearing thin in Westminster and in the country at large, as voters grapple with the cost of living crisis and transit strikes amid a deficit of good governance. As more and more of Boris Johnson’s own MPs urge him to resign, we dedicate the hour to this very British scandal.

Featuring: Former Conservative Party MP Rory Stewart, CNN International Diplomatic Editor Nic Robertson, Open Society Foundations President Mark Malloch-Brown, Former Communications Director for Tony Blair Alastair Campbell, historian Margaret MacMillan.

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Fear and firepower in the Donbas

Tue, 05 Jul 2022 19:54:38 -0000

The last city under Ukrainian control in the Luhansk region has fallen. It’s both a strategic and a symbolic win for Moscow, which vowed to “liberate” the Donbas region – the eastern part of Ukraine where the conflict with Russian-backed separatists first started in 2014. Ukraine’s military now says Russian forces are preparing renewed offensives towards cities in the Donetsk region, the other part of the Donbas still controlled by Kyiv. As Ukraine’s control of the region crumbles, Phil Black reports from Siversk in the Donbas.

Also on today's show: Hungarian Foreign Minister Péter Szijjártó, singer/songwriter Carole King, personal finance columnist Michelle Singletary

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Amanpour update for July 4, 2022

Mon, 04 Jul 2022 15:46:00 -0000

There is no new episode of the Amanpour showcast. If you haven’t already, please check out CNN’s other podcasts and showcasts at cnn.com/audio.

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What’s left of Hong Kong's autonomy?

Fri, 01 Jul 2022 17:58:16 -0000

When Britain handed Hong Kong back to China 25 years ago, ending more than 150 years of colonial rule, the city was set to be governed under the “one country, two systems” model – allowing it to retain democracy and freedom of speech, unlike in mainland China. But it wasn’t long before Beijing started chipping away at that promise. Correspondent Kristie Lu Stout looks at what’s left of the territory’s autonomy, followed by Christiane's interview with Chris Patten, the last governor of Hong Kong.

Also on today's show: Indie rock star turned bestselling author Michelle Zauner; Global Health Professor Kristie Ebi.

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Exclusive interview with Ukrainian first lady Olena Zelenska

Fri, 01 Jul 2022 17:36:38 -0000

As Russia’s war on Ukraine enters its fifth month, constant reminders emerge that it’s being mostly waged against soft targets: civilians. Today President Zelensky called the attack on a shopping center “one of the most defiant terrorist acts in European history.” Search and rescue operations continue, but at least 18 people are confirmed dead. The Russians cling to their familiar line, that their missile strike targeted “western weapons and ammunition.” President Zelensky says the enemy has marked him as target number one, and his family as number two. But neither he nor First Lady Olena Zelenska is cowering in fear. Like him, she’s busy on many fronts, rallying the world to Ukraine’s cause, supporting her people during this devastating war, and being a mother to two children. Zelenska met her husband when they were just kids, and in a TV exclusive from Kyiv, she tells Christiane that their relationship is necessarily on pause, like so many other families fighting for their nation’s survival.

Also on today's show: former NATO Deputy Supreme Allied Commander Europe Richard Shirreff; Karissa Haugeberg, author of Women Against Abortion.

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Stoltenberg reflects on NATO summit

Thu, 30 Jun 2022 19:12:54 -0000

NATO leaders are hailing the Madrid summit as a victory for the alliance, as it is set to welcome two new members and significantly beef up its deterrent posture in Europe. But while the shifts are undoubtedly historic, the real test for the alliance is in Ukraine, where Russia continues to encircle and pound cities in the Donbas region. NATO Secretary General Jens Stoltenberg has been key to getting members across the finish line in Madrid, and Christiane spoke with him as the summit concluded.

Also on today's show: US Senate Democrat Chris Coons; Jamal Greene, author of How Rights Went Wrong.

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Inside this year's crucial NATO summit

Wed, 29 Jun 2022 18:31:37 -0000

NATO leaders are gathered in Madrid for the most consequential meeting in the organization’s history. The summit kicked off by enlarging the alliance, giving Putin more NATO, not less: when Sweden and Finland become NATO member states, it will lengthen Russia’s border with the alliance by 800 miles. NATO Secretary General Jens Stoltenberg says this move proves Putin is failing – but danger remains as Russian forces continue to dominate in eastern Ukraine. Christiane discusses all this and more with Swedish Prime Minister Magdalena Andersson.

Also on today's show: Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez; author Jason Stanley (How Fascism Works).

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The new reality taking shape in the US

Mon, 27 Jun 2022 18:16:10 -0000

Two Americas – that is the new reality taking shape in the US. The Supreme Court’s decision to overturn the constitutional right to abortion on Friday has already triggered bans in at least 10 states, with several more expected to follow soon. Others, by contrast – like California, Washington and Oregon – have vowed to protect women’s health and their rights. Demonstrators on both sides have taken to the streets, but one thing is clear: the Court is at odds with public opinion. According to a new poll conducted after Friday’s ruling, 59% of American adults disapprove of overturning Roe v. Wade. Dr. David Eisenberg believes he performed the last non-emergency abortion in the state of Missouri hours before Friday’s ruling and joins the show from St. Louis.

Also on today's show: Women's rights activist Ailbhe Smyth, European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen, Evangelical minister Rev. Robert Schenck.

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The ramifications of SCOTUS overturning Roe v. Wade

Sat, 25 Jun 2022 14:49:03 -0000

The Supreme Court has overturned 50 years of abortion rights in America. CNN Supreme Court reporter Arian de Vogue joins the show with the latest on today’s decision. Also weighing in on the historic SCOTUS decision is attorney Kathryn Kolbert, who argued America’s last landmark abortion case, Planned Parenthood v. Casey, at the Supreme Court in 1992.

Also on today's show: New Yorker staff writer Dexter Filkins and Humanity Auxilium Medical Chair Dr. Mohsina Chaklader.

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Special report: Identifying the dead in Ukraine

Sat, 25 Jun 2022 14:48:22 -0000

Ukrainian troops are still desperate for more weapons as they take increasingly heavy casualties, and the families of those killed are facing an agonizing wait for the bodies of their loved ones to be identified. Correspondent Salma Abdelaziz reports on the complex process.

Also on today's show: CNN Supreme Court reporter Ariane de Vogue and Economist correspondent Steven Mazie analyze today's SCOTUS decision striking down a century-old New York law against carrying a concealed handgun outside the home; Olivia Troye, the former Homeland Security advisor to Mike Pence, discusses the pressure Donald Trump put on the VP, the danger to his life, and what the GOP must do to mitigate domestic terrorism.

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UN climate chief Patricia Espinosa

Thu, 23 Jun 2022 00:57:47 -0000

Fatal flooding has killed more than 100 people in Bangladesh and India, while a dramatic heatwave spanning Europe is causing wildfires in Spain. Extreme weather like this will only become more common and more severe as the world drags its heels on climate change. As you might expect, it’s been a trying time to lead the world’s climate efforts, and for the last six years that’s been the job of Patricia Espinosa, the United Nations’ climate chief. She joins the show from Italy.

Also on today's show: The latest on the Afghanistan earthquake, more revelations from the Jan 6 committee, and interviews with former federal prosecutor Daniel Goldman and The Nation Sports Editor Dave Zirin.

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What dissolving parliament means for Israel

Tue, 21 Jun 2022 19:07:01 -0000

Israel is preparing for the arrival of President Joe Biden next month, but suddenly a change of plans: Prime Minister Naftali Bennett will no longer be the one to host the American leader. Instead, it’ll likely be a new prime minister, the current foreign minister Yair Lapid. That’s because after one year heading a diverse coalition, Bennett announced he’s dissolving parliament following a series of defections from his own party. His political partner Lapid is set to take over until a new government is formed. Watching all this unfold is of course Benjamin Netanyahu, who hopes the collapse of the government means he can come back on top. Journalist and Bibi biographer Anshel Pfeffer joins the show to discuss.

Also on today's show: civil rights attorney Benjamin Crump and Nadia Hallgren, director of the new Netflix documentary Civil, in which Crump is profiled; lifelong Republican Sarah Longwell, co-founder of Defending Democracy Together and executive director of the Republican Accountability Project; Dr. Eric Topol, Professor of Molecular Medicine, Scripps Research.

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Putting Juneteenth in perspective

Mon, 20 Jun 2022 18:43:15 -0000

Today America marks Juneteenth with a federal holiday, commemorating the emancipation of enslaved African Americans. And once again, the values at the heart of Juneteenth – freedom and equality – are in sharp focus in this country, not long after the racist massacre in Buffalo and at a time when inflation is likely to further entrench racial inequality. To reflect on all this, academic and author Carol Anderson joins the program.

Also on today's show: James Jones, director of Cheronbyl: The Lost Tapes; the Jane organization's Heather Booth and Jeanne Galatzer-Levy; actor Angela Lansbury (from the archives).

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Startling new details emerge about January 6

Fri, 17 Jun 2022 17:42:11 -0000

It’s a pretty astonishing claim: a sitting president was not only indifferent to the safety of his own loyal vice president, but his behavior actually helped cause the threat. Donald Trump’s pressure campaign to overturn the 2020 election was the focus of the latest January 6 hearings, and the committee says his actions directly contributed to the attack that endangered Mike Pence, who was rushed to safety as the riots unfolded. 17 months after the insurrection, new details are still coming to light about that fateful day and what led up to it, as Pamela Brown reports.

Also on today's show: Journalists Bob Woodward & Carl Bernstein, Moldovan PM Natalia Gavrilița, author Serhii Plokhy.

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Will the Fed's massive rate hike work?

Thu, 16 Jun 2022 18:50:25 -0000

The global economy is in uncharted territory, and where it goes next is anybody’s guess. Raging inflation, the soaring costs of gas and food are plaguing consumers in America and around the world. The US Federal Reserve took its most aggressive move in decades on Wednesday, hiking the interest rate 75 basis points to try to rein in the rising prices. Just today the Bank of England also raised rates. But will the rate hike be the cure to cool down this overheated economy, or is it now at risk of sliding into a recession? And what might the outlook mean for big issues laid bare by the pandemic, including inequality and the economic cost of racism? Joining the show to try and answer these thorny questions is Michelle Holder, an economics professor and outgoing president and CEO of the Washington Center for Equitable Growth.

Also on today's show: Sgt. Aquilino Gonell, a Capitol police officer injured on January 6; David Miliband, President and CEO of the International Rescue Committee.

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Russia-Ukraine war reaches pivotal point

Wed, 15 Jun 2022 21:03:41 -0000

The US is expected to give Ukraine an additional $1 billion in military aid, as western intelligence officials say the war has reached a pivotal point. But will it be too late? For more, former commander of US forces in Europe, General Ben Hodges, joins the show.

Also in today's episode: NASA Goddard Institute for Space Studies New York Director Gavin Schmidt, former Senator Russ Feingold, author Keri Blakinger.

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Can Biden right his economic ship?

Tue, 14 Jun 2022 19:32:24 -0000

President Biden defended his record on inflation today, blaming Republicans for derailing his vision for rebuilding the economy. But as inflation hit 8.6% in May, gas prices soared above $5 nationwide, and stocks sank into a bear market, the White House message isn’t breaking through to Americans. A CNN ‘poll of polls’ shows Biden’s approval ratings below 40%, and a new Quinnipiac University poll found just 28% of Americans approve of his handling of the economy. It all points towards a disastrous midterm election for Democrats come November. David Gergen, who was an adviser to four presidents in two parties, joins the show to provide perspective.

Also on today's show: author Kerry Brown (She: A Study In Power), and New York magazine writer-at-large Rebecca Traister.

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Trump on trial

Mon, 13 Jun 2022 19:00:24 -0000

Donald Trump knew he lost the election, yet conned millions of Americans into thinking there was fraud and that he was the rightful victor. That’s the allegation laid out publicly today by the January 6 committee. The proof put forward came from Trump’s own advisers and former attorney general, who said they told Trump they did not see any evidence of fraud that could change the election outcome. Joining the show to discuss are Norm Eisen, who recently authored a guide to the hearings, "Trump on Trial"; and Asha Rangappa, a lawyer and former FBI special agent.

Also on today's episode: Pulitzer Prize winning journalist Ed Yong, author David Gelles, and ABBA member Björn Ulvaeus.

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Special Report: The Insurrection Investigation

Fri, 10 Jun 2022 16:52:30 -0000

It was a dark day that transfixed America and the world when a sea of Trump supporters stormed the Capitol on January 6th, 2021, hoping to overturn Joe Biden's election victory. Five people died in the melee. Now -- seventeen months later -- the much anticipated first public hearings of the committee investigating the insurrection have taken place. Pamela Brown reports.

The other big issue on this week's agenda was gun violence. While President Biden says that he won't abuse his executive power to enact gun restrictions, a bipartisan group of senators say they are making progress on bills designed to prevent gun deaths. Few people are monitoring this as closely as Cameron Kasky, who was 17 years old when a gunman stormed his high school in Parkland, Florida in 2018. The massacre propelled him and other survivors to start a gun control movement which saw more than one million people flood the streets across the country in the 'March for Our Lives.' Now they've called for another march this Saturday. Cameron spoke to Christiane about whether he thinks there can be change.

Also on today's show: Actor Emma Thompson, antisemitism expert Deborah Lipstadt.

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Montenegro Prime Minister Dritan Abazović

Thu, 09 Jun 2022 18:54:51 -0000

Russia's invasion of Ukraine puts pressure on some of the newer democratic countries in the region, notably Montenegro, which only gained its independence in 2006. When Montenegro joined NATO in 2017, Russian sympathizers plotted to take down the government. Now the war in Ukraine could exacerbate historic tension between pro-western and pro-Russian forces. Joining the show to discuss Montenegro's current situation is 36-year old Prime Minister Dritan Abazović.

Also on today's show: Emmy award-winning actor Henry Winkler, author Nicole Hemmer.

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Confronting gun violence in America

Wed, 08 Jun 2022 23:43:14 -0000

It's now or never -- that is the bottom line confronting Americans as gun violence stalks people of all ages at schools, grocery stores, churches and street corners. And with midterm elections just months away, time is running out to find out what really happened to American democracy on January 6th. Starting today, Congress is holding landmark hearings on both topics. Former advisor to Barack Obama Dan Pfeiffer traces many of the ills of American society back to one thing -- disinformation campaigns waged by the right wing. He is also the author of the new book Battling the Big Lie.

Also on today's show: journalist/author Tina Brown, OnPoint NYC Exec Dir Sam Rivera\.

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Controversy at Summit of the Americas

Tue, 07 Jun 2022 19:18:05 -0000

Leaders from Canada to Chile are arriving today in Los Angeles for the ninth Summit of the Americas. But some of the region's most notable figures are nowhere to be seen. Host President Biden excluded his counterparts from Cuba, Nicaragua and Venezuela for their human rights record -- a move that prompted a boycott from Mexico President Andres Manuel Lopez Obrador. The squabbling over the guest list threatens to hinder the agenda focused on climate, migration and the pandemic. It also throws into question the power of America's influence in the region, just as China seeks a stronger foothold. Exploring these issues are former US Ambassador to Mexico Roberta Jacobson and CNN Correspondent Patrick Oppmann.

Also on today’s show: World Food Programme Regional Director for Eastern Africa Michael Dunford, UN Crisis Coordinator for Ukraine Amin Awad, author Jonathan Martin.

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Europe's 'Iron Lady' Kaja Kallas

Mon, 06 Jun 2022 20:14:06 -0000

As Prime Minister of Estonia, Kaja Kallas has ardently supported Ukraine’s defense even before the invasion -- giving the most weapons per capita of any European country. Dubbed 'The Iron Lady' of Europe, Kallas is in London meeting with British Prime Minister Boris Johnson as his political survival is on the line. Christiane sat down with her in London.

Also on today's show: tennis star Rafael Nadal, author Vauhini Vara.

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Stakes high for upcoming Summit of the Americas

Fri, 03 Jun 2022 18:34:58 -0000

Next week, the Biden administration convenes countries across the western hemisphere for the Summit of the Americas, a high profile event in Los Angeles that could flop before it even begins. After the US banned Cuba, Venezuela, and Nicaragua from the summit for human rights violations, a group of countries – led by President Andres Manuel Lopez Obrador of Mexico – threatened to boycott the event. The Biden administration hopes the summit will showcase progress on vital issues like immigration, trade, and climate. Instead, a failed meeting could highlight America’s waning influence in its own region. This all comes as China’s influence grows, and as political sands shift – with multiple countries tacking towards the socialist left. For insight into all this, Mexico’s former foreign minister Jorge Castañeda joins the program.

Also on today's show: CNN Senior Political Analyst John Avlon, Nobel laureate and author Dr. Denis Mukwege.

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What's next for the British monarchy?

Thu, 02 Jun 2022 19:21:54 -0000

It's a historic day for the UK as the queen celebrates 70 years on the throne. We look back on her reign and to the future. Plus: With increasing signs of an impending economic crisis come reports President Biden will visit Saudi Arabia in a bid to drive up oil supply. We speak to an expert on the country and its controversial leader, Mohammed bin Salman. And: Yet another mass shooting in America. What could be done to end this bloodshed?

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Biden ups weapon ante in Ukraine

Wed, 01 Jun 2022 19:00:11 -0000

Joe Biden authorizes sophisticated new rockets for Ukraine. The Kremlin says the US is adding fuel to the fire. Will it turn the tide on the ground? Plus, a conversation with the cofounder of Russia's now-shuttered independent news channel, and the film director who profiled it. And, we find out how Oxford University has shaped PM Boris Johnson and those in his party.

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Biden, Fed head meet on inflation crisis

Tue, 31 May 2022 21:12:17 -0000

President Biden huddled with Fed Chair Jerome Powell to try and figure out the best way to deal with inflation. One of Biden's key economic advisers joins us to offer perspective. Plus, new details emerge from the tragic Texas school shooting. We have the latest, plus a frank discussion about America's gun culture. And, as monkeypox cases pop up around the globe, we get the facts from the woman leading the charge against the disease for the WHO.

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Agony turns to outrage in Uvalde

Mon, 30 May 2022 22:46:01 -0000

As President Biden mourns with families, he pledges action. But families are demanding answers. Plus, the latest on the war in Ukraine. And, Germany's vice-chancellor gives a frank assessment of America's shooting epidemic.

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Blunt talk from German Vice-Chancellor

Fri, 27 May 2022 18:57:31 -0000

The world is at a turning point – that's the verdict of German Chancellor Olaf Scholz, who warned the annual economic forum at Davos that more than Ukraine is at risk in Russia’s war. He said Germany, and the European Union, are doing their best to wean themselves off Russian energy and stop feeding the war machine that’s devastating Ukraine. But Robert Habeck is warning there’s a roadblock to an EU embargo. The German Vice-Chancellor is naming names, telling Christiane that one EU nation is dragging its heels. The Green Party politicians joined her this week soon after the catastrophic mass shooting in Texas. A 2009 shooting in a German high school spurred immediate legislation, and Habeck says that like so many others watching from overseas, he cannot understand America’s gun laws.

Also on today's show: Historian Heather Cox Richardson, Nobel laureate and author Dr. Denis Mukwege.

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Interview with former US Attorney General Eric Holder

Thu, 26 May 2022 18:27:58 -0000

When American parents sent their kids to school today, in the back of their minds must have been the horrors of Tuesday's massacre in Texas that left 19 children and two teachers dead. Eric Holder was US attorney general at the time of the Sandy Hook shooting 10 years ago. Christiane asked him about grappling with this as a father and as America's highest law enforcement official, and why he says America's rule of law all comes back to voting rights. It's the topic of his new book Our Unfinished March.

Also on today's show: Former Guardian Editor In Chief Alan Rusbridger, Christianity Today's Russell Moore.

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New mass shooting, same old questions

Wed, 25 May 2022 18:49:58 -0000

Yesterday's mass shooting at a Texas elementary school once again has people asking, "How many children will die before action is taken? Why does this regularly happen only in America?" Joining the show today to try and answer those questions are Tom Mauser, father of Columbine victimn Daniel Mauser, and Ryan Busse, author of Gunfight: My Battle Against the Industry That Radicalized America.

Also in today's show: Former NATO Supreme Allied Commander Admiral James Stavridis, author Toluse Olorunnipa.

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'Dark hour in our shared history'

Tue, 24 May 2022 19:38:23 -0000

Those are the words of President Biden to the world, as the war in Ukraine enters its fourth month. Ukraine’s President Zelensky meanwhile told the annual gathering at Davos that he fears the world is losing interest, that momentum behind Ukraine is fading. He appealed “not to lose this feeling of unity.” Sergiy Kyslytsya is Ukraine’s Ambassador to the United Nations. He’s spent the last three months since the invasion driving home the horror of this war, unafraid to confront his Russian counterparts, and he joins Christiane from New York.

Also in today's show: Mohammad Shtayyeh, the Palestinian Authority Prime Minister; Nina Jankowicz, who just resigned from Homeland Security’s newly launched Disinformation Governance Board.

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Biden challenges Taiwan 'strategic ambiguity' policy

Mon, 23 May 2022 18:47:08 -0000

President Joe Biden is on the last full day of his Asia trip, hoping to shore up America’s commitment to its allies after they were shaken by the last president. It’s a trip that all plays out against a backdrop of China’s growing dominance. But as so often happens on these international visits, it’s what Biden said when he wandered off script that garnered the most attention: at a press conference in Japan, he was asked whether the US would get involved militarily to defend Taiwan if China invaded, to which he answered, “Yes.” Top administration officials scrambled to reassure China that US policy hasn’t changed, but Biden has made similar comments in the past. So how can America maintain its traditional “strategic ambiguity” after such unambiguous remarks from the president? Christiane speaks with longtime diplomat and former US Ambassador to South Korea Kathleen Stephens.

Also in today's show: Director Judd Apatow discusses his new HBO documentary, George Carlin's American Dream.

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Karzai: Afghanistan "doomed" unless women are included

Fri, 20 May 2022 18:41:55 -0000

In today's Amanpour, recorded live from Kabul, Christiane opens the show by interviewing former Afghanistan President Hamid Karzai. He tells her that his country is doomed if women are not part of its future. Then, UN special envoy to Afghanistan Deborah Lyons, who's had more meetings with the Taliban than any other western official, weighs in.

Also in today's show: DNC Chairman Jaime Harrison, New Order's Stephen Morris and Bernie Sumner.

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'They are afraid of an educated woman'

Fri, 20 May 2022 18:36:19 -0000

Every new dawn in Afghanistan seems to bring with it a new Taliban edict against women. Tolo News – Afghanistan’s leading independent news channel – has been told by the Ministry of Virtue that its female presenters must cover their faces when anchoring. Tolo has a long history of success and sacrifice, with a display case in their bureau dedicated to two reporters killed in a bomb attack in 2018. Despite everything, it’s managed to stay on the air, and female staff play a leading role. But now their future is in jeopardy, as Christiane found out today when she visited their newsroom.

Also on today's show: US Special Inspector General for Afghanistan Reconstruction John Sopko, Afghanistan National Institute of Music founder Ahmad Naser Sarmast, Brown University Professor of Economics Emily Oster.

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Resisting the Taliban with a needle and thread

Wed, 18 May 2022 18:51:19 -0000

A damning new report released today from a US watchdog blames both the Trump and Biden administration for the swift collapse of the Afghan military in August last year. Afghans are now living with the consequences, with women and girls bearing the biggest burdens. After 20 years of progress, many of their rights are slipping away, with secondary girl students still barred from public school. Despite their fears, though, girls are continuing the fight right under the Taliban’s nose. Today Christiane visited one former fashion studio, where the tools of resistance are needle and thread.

Also in today's show: Afghan women’s rights activist Fatima Gailani, Pakistani Foreign Minister Bilawal Bhutto Zardari, Bloomberg Managing Editor of Crypto Stacy-Marie Ishmael.

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Special Report: Humanitarian crisis in Afghanistan

Tue, 17 May 2022 18:51:21 -0000

Afghanistan has fallen from the world’s attention since the Taliban’s takeover and the chaotic American withdrawal nine months ago. But for almost everyone in the country, life has become a daily struggle against poverty. Children are particularly hard hit, with more than a million facing acute malnutrition according to UNICEF. Christiane witnessed all this firsthand, visiting a humanitarian distribution center, a hospital, and a family home. Following her special report, she's joined by the World Food Programme’s country director in Kabul.

Also in today's show: Part two of Christiane's exclusive conversation with Taliban deputy leader and acting Interior Minister Sirajuddin Haqqani, in which she presses him on women’s rights and whether the Taliban will commit to a more inclusive government and future elections; an Afghan women's rights activist; and former FBI special agent and domestic terrorism expert Tom O'Connor.

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World exclusive interview with Taliban leader Sirajuddin Haqqani

Mon, 16 May 2022 18:37:42 -0000

Today's show features part one of Christiane's world exclusive interview with Afghanistan's Interior Minister Sirajuddin Haqqani, head of the feared extremist Haqqani Network. The Taliban leader has never done an interview with his face showing and has never sat on camera with a western news organization -- certainly not with a female journalist. The US government says Haqqani has American blood on his hands and there’s a $10 million reward for information leading to his arrest. Yet top western officials point to Haqqani’s anti-terrorism measures in office and women working in his own ministry.

Also in today's show: Laurel Miller and Margot Wallström. Miller served as America’s acting special representative for Afghanistan and Pakistan during the Obama and Trump administrations, while Sweden’s Wallström put feminism at the heart of her country’s foreign policy during her time as foreign minister. And, Walter Isaacson interviews David Gergen about the latter's new book, Hearts Touched With Fire: How Great Leaders Are Made.

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Esper on his new memoir, "A Sacred Oath"

Fri, 13 May 2022 18:00:00 -0000

Former US Secretary of Defense Mark Esper was sworn in just days before that now infamous phone call in 2019 where then-President Trump repeatedly asked Ukraine’s President Zelensky to investigate the Bidens in return for military aid. Esper’s new memoir, A Sacred Oath, is filled with explosive and instructive behind-the-scenes examples of what it was like working for the most disruptive American president in modern times, and he joins the show to discuss.

Also in today's episode: British-American filmmaker Louis Theroux discusses his latest documentary series, Forbidden America; iPhone co-creator Tony Fadell on his new "advice encyclopedia," BUILD.

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On Finland and Sweden joining NATO

Thu, 12 May 2022 19:34:07 -0000

n a historic change for a once neutral country, driven by its neighbor Russia’s invasion of Ukraine, Finland's leaders today said their country must apply for NATO membership "without delay". They share a 13-hundred-kilometre border with Russia, and as expected the Kremlin swiftly called the move "a threat," but Finnish president Sauli Niinisto pointed the finger squarely at Putin. Meanwhile neighboring Sweden, which has an even longer history of neutrality, is also expected to make a decision on NATO in the coming days. Joining Christiane to discuss are former Swedish Prime Minister Carl Bildt and former Finnish Prime Minister Alexander Stubb.

Also on today's show: singer, songwriter, actor, activist, and new author Janelle Monáe; author Reshma Saujani.

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US Senate's symbolic vote to codify Roe v. Wade

Wed, 11 May 2022 19:04:14 -0000

The US Senate votes today on a measure that would codify Roe v. Wade. Democratic leadership strongly backs its passage but didn’t expect it to get close to the filibuster-proof 60 votes required. The purpose is more symbolic, shining a spotlight on which senators – and which parties – are for and against abortion rights. The ACLU’s Alexa Kolbi-Molinas recently argued a case on abortion rights before the Supreme Court and joins the show.

Also in today's episode: Audrey Diwan, director of "Happening," a new French film that takes a bracing look at the realities of life before abortion was legal ... Professor and author Richard L. Hasen on how to cure the disinformation that poisons politics.

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The climate impact of weaning off Russian oil

Tue, 10 May 2022 18:34:43 -0000

As Europe and the G7 plan to phase out Russian oil, could this help or hurt the struggle for green energy? Joining the show to discuss this is US climate envoy John Kerry.

Also on today's show: One of the world's top Russia historians and authors, Simon Sebag Montefiore; journalist Judith Warner.

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Putin offers few clues in Victory Day speech

Mon, 09 May 2022 18:45:55 -0000

In perhaps the most anticipated Victory Day parade in recent memory, Russian military might was on full display this morning in Moscow. But President Vladimir Putin, while defiant, delivered a short speech without declaring victory in Ukraine, or formally declaring war and mass mobilization, or indeed any battlefield plans. Instead, Putin again defended his actions and again claimed that he had no other choice. Andrei Kozyrev has unique insight into the Kremlin leadership, having served as the Russian Federation's first foreign minister in the 1990s.

Also in today's show: Ben Hodges, Former Commanding General, U.S. Army Europe; Eliyahu Stern, Professor of Modern Jewish History, Yale University

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'Back to the future' in the Philippines?

Fri, 06 May 2022 18:00:00 -0000

The Philippines is bracing for an important presidential election on Monday. Way ahead in the polls is Ferdinand Marcos Jr., also known as Bongbong, and his running mate Sara Duterte. If those names sound familiar, they should: Marcos is the son of the Philippine dictator of the same name, who became notorious for corruption and human rights abuses, as well as his wife Imelda – and her massive shoe collection. Sara Duterte is the daughter of outgoing strongman leader Rodrigo Duterte, whose rule has been defined by – and condemned for – its bloody war on drugs. Many have forgotten the sins of the fathers and are enthusiastically embracing the Marcos-Duterte ticket. But correspondent Ivan Watson found there are still some unnerved by this ‘back to the future’ prospect. His special report is followed by Christiane's interview with Richard Heydarian, author of The Rise of Duterte.

Also in today's show: award-winning journalist Farai Chideya, CNN anchor and author Zain Asher.

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Rep. Speier's personal story of abortion

Thu, 05 May 2022 19:30:40 -0000

If Roe v. Wade is overturned, more women may die – that is the blunt warning from the director of the CDC, as America grapples with the fallout from the leaked Supreme Court draft opinion. For California Congresswoman Jackie Speier, abortion is a lived experience. In 2011, she became the first member of Congress to share her story on the House floor. The impromptu moment happened after she heard a male colleague discussing the issue. She joins Christiane from California.

Also on today's show: authors Karen Brooks Hopkins and Kristin Kobes Du Mez.

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How abortion arrived at the center of US culture wars

Wed, 04 May 2022 18:31:45 -0000

Americans on both sides of the abortion issue are fired up following the leak of a draft opinion that shows the Supreme Court looks likely to end a women's right to choose after nearly 50 years. The issue has long split the two political parties and the country, but how did it get this way? Francis Schaeffer is an evangelical scholar whose son Frank encouraged him to campaign against Roe v. Wade with Christian literature and movies they were producing. He joins Christiane from Boston to explain why he now regrets the role he played.

Also on today's show: Former New Jersey Governor Chris Christie, author John Avlon.

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Political earthquake about to rock US?

Tue, 03 May 2022 18:42:11 -0000

The leak of a draft Supreme Court ruling overturning the Roe v. Wade abortion decision is sending shock waves throughout the United States. For decades, right-wing activists kept the fight against ‘Roe’ at the heart of America’s culture wars. Carrie Severino is the president of one such organization: the Judicial Crisis Network, a conservative legal advocacy group. She claims the draft ruling accomplishes many of her life's ambitions and she joins Christiane from Arlington, Virginia. Severino is followed by Gloria Steinem, who's been at the forefront of defending Roe v. Wade since the beginning. She sees the Supreme Court ruling as a threat not just to women, but to American democracy.

Also on today's show: Jonathan Powell, former Chief of Staff to former British Prime Minister Tony Blair, who dealt face-to-face with Vladimir Putin many times; and Bill Gates, who discusses his new book, How to Prevent the Next Pandemic.

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Exploring the Russian propaganda machine

Mon, 02 May 2022 18:18:13 -0000

Evacuations are underway from the besieged Ukrainian city of Mariupol, where dozens of civilians who were holed up in and around the Azovstal steel plant have emerged. But hundreds more remain, running out of food, water, and medicine. Mariupol’s mayor says the Russian forces are creating obstacles and making progress on evacuations difficult. Journalist Peter Pomerantsev is an expert on Russian propaganda, and he recently spoke with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky. He joins the program from Lithuania.

Also today: Co-founder, Afghan Peace Watch Habib Khan; Dr. Thomas Fisher, author of "The Emergency: A Year of Healing and Heartbreak in a Chicago E.R."

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A close looks at the Kremlin's failures

Fri, 29 Apr 2022 18:35:37 -0000

Putin is doubling down on Ukraine’s Donbas region, and the Pentagon says Moscow’s shift in strategy may be working for them. Their apparent advances on the battlefield come after Putin’s initial assault on the north two months ago was blunted by the Ukrainians in a show of force that surprised the world. Russian investigative journalist Andrei Soldatov has been taking a close look at Russia’s failures so far, and the blame game that followed in the Kremlin, and he joins the show from London.

Also on today's show: author Joel Simon, professor Darrick Hamilton, Lincoln Project co-founder Rick Wilson.

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How might the war end?

Thu, 28 Apr 2022 18:24:22 -0000

As Russia shifts its strategy in Ukraine, so is the US shifting its tone and upping its urgency. President Biden asked Congress today for an additional $33 billion in aid, more than twice the amount he approved just last month. For more on this and how the war might end, Christiane speaks with former US officials Ivo Daalder and Evelyn Farkas.

Also in today's episode: Former French President François Hollande, award-winning author and futurist Amy Webb.

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Remembering Madeleine Albright

Wed, 27 Apr 2022 18:57:43 -0000

Today the heights of Washington paid tribute to a titan of American diplomacy, as presidents and diplomats past and present gathered at the funeral of Madeleine Albright, the first female secretary of state. Instrumental in leading the U.S. and NATO allies to ending the genocide in Bosnia, she was the one who termed America the indispensable nation. Active and incisive to the last, in February - just one month before her death - Albright wrote an essay in the New York Times about Putin and Ukraine, warning that "invading Ukraine would ensure Mr. Putin's infamy by leaving his country diplomatically isolated, economically crippled and strategically vulnerable in the face of a stronger, more united Western alliance." At 84, she was prescient as ever, and President Biden paid tribute to this trailblazing woman at today's funeral. Christiane was also in attendance, so we take a look back at some of her interviews with Secretary Albright, which could scarcely be more relevant today.

Also in today's episode: US Ambassador Michael Carpenter, Russian economist Sergei Guriev, author Juliette Kayyem.

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Can Mallory McMorrow spark a turning point in the culture wars?

Tue, 26 Apr 2022 19:10:17 -0000

The midterm elections are just months away, and right on cue the culture wars are raging. Michigan Democratic lawmaker Mallory McMorrow found herself in the middle of this pitched battle after defending the LGBTQ community. A Republican colleague accused her of wanting to “groom and sexualize” children. McMorrow's blistering response on the floor of the state senate has been viewed over 15 million times, prompting the question of whether she's offered fellow Democrats a blueprint to navigate thorny social issues usually dominated by Republicans.

Also featured in today's show: Director Heather O'Neill, whose new documentary No Ordinary Life profiles five veteran CNN camerawomen who traveled the world covering conflicts and overcoming sexism. And: author, entrepreneur and professor Scott Galloway examines the impact of Elon Musk's deal to buy Twitter.

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An in-depth look at France's presidential election

Mon, 25 Apr 2022 18:58:17 -0000

Emmanuel Macron is the first French president in two decades to win re-election, comfortably beating his hard right challenger Marine Le Pen in the second round this weekend. Despite Macron's victory, Le Pen -- who has ties to, and sympathies with -- Vladimir Putin -- herself declared a great victory last night. For more on this, Christiane speaks in Paris with Laurence Haïm, a French journalist who served as Macron’s spokesperson during his presidential campaign in 2017. Also weighing is Philippe Etienne, the French Ambassador to the United States.

Also on today's show: Alina Beskrovna, a Ukrainian who fled Mariupol and is now safe in Copenhagen; and journalist Ronan Farrow.

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Focus on Earth Day

Fri, 22 Apr 2022 17:59:08 -0000

We mark Earth Day with a special program, following efforts to combat climate change in the present and digging into why it’s taken so long to take action in the past. We begin in Chile, which has a brand new government with a serious climate agenda. Christiane discusses this with Chilean climate scientist turned environment minister Maisa Rojas. Then we welcome Dan Edge, producer of a new, three-part Frontline series, "The Power Of Big Oil," which focuses on the missed opportunities to mitigate the climate crisis. Walter Isaacson follows with an interview with Ukrainian climate activist Svitlana Romanko. And we conclude with a report on how to combat the scourge of plastic pollution.

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Majority of Britons want Boris to resign but he refuses

Thu, 21 Apr 2022 18:37:22 -0000

UK Prime Minister Boris Johnson is in India for a two day visit, some 5,000 miles from home – but it seems he can’t outrun the accelerating fallout from his ‘Partygate’ scandal. Today, the House of Commons launched a formal investigation into whether Johnson misled parliament about breaking his very own Covid-19 laws. This as Johnson kicks up a fresh controversy by announcing a plan to offload asylum seekers to Rwanda, prompting immediate backlash from opposition politicians and human rights defenders. Johnson is refusing to resign, even though a majority of Britons say he should. For more, Christiane speaks with Mark Landler, London Bureau Chief for The New York Times.

Also in today's episode of Amanpour: Evgenia Kara-Murza, Project Manager of the Free Russia Foundation; acclaimed author and historian Ben Macintyre.

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Exclusive interview with Israeli PM Naftali Bennett

Wed, 20 Apr 2022 18:51:53 -0000

Clashes with Palestinians in Jerusalem have deepened a political crisis in Israel. Prime Minister Naftali Bennett’s fragile ruling coalition lost its one seat majority earlier this month when a member of his own party defected, and now it faces a new mutiny: the Arab Ra’am party has suspended its membership in the coalition to protest the government’s handling of the clashes in Jerusalem. And rockets have once again been fired between Gaza and Israel, less than a year since the last crisis that left almost 300 dead. Bennett is trying to hold his government together all while attempting to negotiate an end to the war in Ukraine, and he joins Christiane for an exclusive interview.

Also on today's show: US Senate Democrat Chris Murphy, foreign policy expert Trita Parsi, author Justin Fenton.

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Is West's aid to Ukraine sufficient?

Tue, 19 Apr 2022 18:34:35 -0000

President Biden has implored western allies to stand up to Putin’s aggression in a call with partners today. It comes as both Ukraine and Russia declare that the battle of battles has begun, for the eastern Donbas region. But is the west getting enough material support to Ukraine in this crucial moment? Christiane speaks with President Zelensky’s chief diplomatic advisor, Igor Zhovkva.

Also on today's show: Sarah Longwell, founder of the Republican Accountability Project; Frank Tsai, founder of China Crossroads; author J. David McSwane.

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Russia escalates missile strikes, Lviv among targets

Mon, 18 Apr 2022 18:29:58 -0000

Russian missile strikes continue even around Ukraine’s capital Kyiv and the western city of Lviv, as Ukrainian officials say Moscow has completed its regroup and is preparing to launch the expected offensive in the east. At least seven civilians – including a child – were killed in Lviv this morning. For the latest, Christiane speaks with the deputy mayor of Lviv, Andriy Moskalenko.

Also on today's show: Nicu Popescu, Foreign Minister of Moldova, which might be Ukraine's most vulnerable neighbor; Gurinder Chadha, the director of "Bend It Like Beckham," which marks its 20th anniversary this month; social psychologist Jonathan Haidt on what went wrong with Facebook and how social media could become less corrosive.

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“Never again”

Fri, 15 Apr 2022 18:00:00 -0000

Those two words -- "never again" -- have echoed through history as a promise to the dead and a warning to the living. Never again will we allow atrocities to be committed with impunity. Never again will the rest of the world just stand by and watch. But now, Vladimir Putin’s unprovoked war in Ukraine is testing that promise and the West’s will to stop him. Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky is accusing Putin of genocide, a claim also made by President Biden. Tonight, Christiane looks back at the origins of that word, “genocide,” and two men who ensured the world wouldn’t look away after the horrors of World War II: Benjamin Ferencz, the last surviving prosecutor from the Nuremberg trials and the first prosecutor to use the term “genocide” in a court of law; and Raphael Lemkin, the man who coined the word in 1944.

Also in today's show: Christiane visits Babyn Yar, the site of the murder of 33,000 in World War II; journalist Mark Follman, who's spent the past decade focusing on gun violence in America, talks about this week's subway shooting in New York.

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On the front lines of Russia's assault on Donbas

Thu, 14 Apr 2022 19:22:06 -0000

Today's episode begins as Christiane interviews Kosovo President Vjosa Osmani, who sees Russia’s aggression in Ukraine, amid separatist rumblings in the Balkans, as a threat and worries about her own country's sovereignty. Next, a special report from Nima Elbagir in Kharkiv, where Russian forces are launching the next phase of their invasion -- the war for Donbas in the east. Then, correspondent Ben Wedeman checks in from the edge of Donbas with Ukrainian defenders as the Russians build up for their coming assault.

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Will the West keep up its tough stance against Putin?

Wed, 13 Apr 2022 18:34:16 -0000

President Biden is up against it trying to make his economic case to a nation reeling from inflation exacerbated by rising energy prices due to the war in Ukraine. Is the political will there to maintain the pressure on Vladimir Putin? Joining the show to answer those thorny questions is Jared Bernstein, a top economic adviser in the Biden administration.

Also on today's episode: A.J. Baime, author of "White Lies: The Double Life of Walter F. White and America’s Darkest Secrets"; Zanny Minton Beddoes, Editor-in-Chief of The Economist, who recently met with Ukrainian President Zelensky.

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What now for Boris Johnson after 'Partygate'?

Tue, 12 Apr 2022 18:45:40 -0000

The British Prime Minister, his wife, and the UK’s second most powerful politician were fined by London's metropolitan police for attending illegal parties in government buildings, breaking their own Covid-19 lockdown rules. This means Boris Johnson is the first sitting British prime minister to be fined for breaking the law. So, what happens to his leadership now? Here to discuss is Johnson’s biographer Sonia Purnell.

Also on today's show: Former NATO Deputy Supreme Allied Commander Europe Sir Richard Shirreff, French journalist Christine Ockrent, French Journalist Yascha Mounk, author Daniel Yergin, and Ukrainian First Lady Olena Zelenska.

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What can US do to help Ukraine now?

Mon, 11 Apr 2022 19:21:37 -0000

The next phase of Russia’s brutal invasion of Ukraine begins much as the last one did: with a massive military convoy of armored vehicles heading into the fight, this time in eastern Ukraine. President Zelensky has put the onus on America to defend desperate citizens trapped in the war zone. But can the US deliver the heavy weapons Ukraine needs in time to block Russia’s full scale attack? Leon Panetta served as Defense Secretary and CIA Director and joins the show to discuss.

Also appearing in today's episode: Economist Paris Bureau Chief Sophie Pedder, International Fund for Agricultural Development President Gilbert Houngbo, Atlantic staff writer Katherine Wu.

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Death toll from train station attack still rising

Fri, 08 Apr 2022 19:57:43 -0000

The death toll from the bombing of a train station in Kramatorsk continues to rise. Officials say it was a deliberate attack on women, children, and the elderly. Nate Mook works with Chef José Andrés at World Central Kitchen and he was in Kramatorsk, picking up supplies near the train station, when the missiles hit. He is Christiane’s first guest.

Also on today’s show: European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen, Hungary Prime Minister Viktor Orban’s chief spokesperson Zoltan Kovacs, Ukrainian Defense Intelligence Chief Maj. Gen. Kyrylo Budanov.

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Report: Devastation in Mykolaiv

Thu, 07 Apr 2022 18:32:13 -0000

“Weapons, weapons, and weapons.” That was the Ukrainian Foreign Minister’s stated agenda ahead of today’s meetings with his NATO counterparts in Brussels, as Russia regroups and puts its firepower to the south and east. Ukraine’s military commander says Russian forces are trying to wipe the southern city of Mariupol “off the face of the earth.” Reporter Ben Wedeman has been in Mykolaiv, where he witnessed the devastating impact of constant bombardment.

Also on today’s show: Top UN diplomat Martin Griffiths, Europe’s Human Rights Commissioner Dunja Mijatović, the WHO’s Europe Director Dr. Hans Kluge, author Jason Stanley.

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Christiane visits a recently liberated Ukrainian town

Wed, 06 Apr 2022 18:29:01 -0000

As fresh evidence of Russia’s atrocities piles up, besieged residents in Mariupol have no light, no heat, no power – and still Russia’s airstrikes continue. Today, Christiane visited one recently liberated town, Borodianka, which Ukraine says could have a worse death toll than Bucha. Her report is followed by an interview with Linda Thomas-Greenfield, the US Ambassador to the UN.

Also appearing: Ukrainian Prosecutor General Iryna Venediktova, former Commander of US and International Forces in Afghanistan Gen. John Allen, Time Magazine investigative correspondent Vera Bergengruen.

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Special report: Inside a Ukrainian hospital

Tue, 05 Apr 2022 18:37:57 -0000

President Zelensky made an impassioned plea to the United Nations Security Council today. Listing the atrocities that took place in the city of Bucha and calling for action, the president went so far as to question whether the Security Council is even fit for purpose. The speech was another reminder to the world of the brutal toll Russia’s invasion is taking on Ukrainians every day. Today's show begins with a special report by correspondent Ivan Watson, who visited a hospital and spoke with badly injured Ukrainian soldiers and civilians.

Also: interviews with Lithuanian Prime Minister Ingrida Šimonytė, ICRC spokesperson Alyona Synenko, former US Treasury Secretary Larry Summers, Holocaust survivor Margaryta Zatuchna.

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Report: Atrocities in Bucha

Mon, 04 Apr 2022 19:37:58 -0000

A Russian pullback near Kyiv revealed graphic images of horror that are shaking the world, prompting President Biden to label Putin a war criminal. Correspondent Dan Rivers visited the city and heard firsthand distressing accounts of rape and mass executions. His report is followed by an interview with Chile Eboe-Osuji, former president of the International Criminal Court, who weighs on the possible legal steps to hold Russia accountable. Next: Christiane, who's in Kharkiv, visits the site of a Russian strike and meets ordinary Ukrainian civilians just trying to survive.

Also on today's show: Russian journalist and Nobel Peace Prize winner Dmitry Muratov, former Republican congressman for Texas and CIA officer Will Hurd.

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Christiane in Kyiv, Day 3

Fri, 01 Apr 2022 18:49:35 -0000

Christiane once again broadcasts live from the Ukrainian capital. Today's show begins as she interviews two key foreign ministers: Ukraine's Dmytro Kuleba and Germany's Annalena Baerbock.

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Christiane reports from Kyiv (Day 2)

Thu, 31 Mar 2022 19:02:09 -0000

Moscow's military goals in Ukraine have not yet been met — a reality Christiane saw for herself today when she travelled to the outskirts of Kyiv and met with some of the soldiers who halted Russia's momentum in the early days of the war. Following that report you'll hear her exclusive interview with Polish Prime Minister Mateusz Morawieck, who had a warning for Vladimir Putin, and a message for America.

Also on today's show:

Chef José Andrés, the founder of World Central Kitchen, an organization US President Joe Biden has called "the best of humanity.
Salome Zourabichvili, the President of Georgia — a country invaded by Russia back in 2008.
Journalist Mark Giglio, whose latest piece for The Intercept was a profile of Oath Keepers founder Stewart Rhodes.

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Christiane reports from Kyiv

Wed, 30 Mar 2022 20:54:32 -0000

Today Christiane visits Brovary on the outskirts of the Ukrainian capital, the subject of ongoing bombardments, while correspondent Fred Pleitgen speaks with residents and troops to find out what they make of Russia's pledge to pull back military operations.

Also on today's show: President Volodymyr Zelensky's chief of staff Andriy Yermak, Pentagon Press Secretary Adm. John Kirby, French Foreign Minister Jean-Yves Le Drian,
Author & Former Marine Elliot Ackerman.

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Report: civilians flee Mariupol

Tue, 29 Mar 2022 22:18:08 -0000

Christiane is in Kyiv, the Ukrainian capital, in a nation battered and bloodied, but unbowed. But it’s clear Putin's war is having a devastating impact on civilians, with the mayor of Mariupol saying, “we are in the hands of the occupiers today.” It’s unknown just how many civilians have been killed, but hundreds of thousands have been forced to leave everything behind, as Ivan Watson reports.

Also on today's show:

Former Russian parliament member Ilya Ponomarev. He was the only Russian politician to vote against the annexation of Crimea in 2014, and is now in Kyiv, speaking out against Putin.
Former national security official Fiona Hill.
Ukrainian President Zelensky's chief diplomatic adviser Igor Zhovkva.

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Glimmer of hope in Ukraine crisis

Tue, 29 Mar 2022 19:52:40 -0000

It's been a potentially monumental day as Russia says it’s drastically pulling back its assault on Kyiv and Chernihiv. US officials say they see a major strategy shift on the ground, as Moscow appears to be pulling its forces away. Russia’s defense minister this morning said the main tasks of their operation are completed. And Turkey’s foreign minister hailed today’s negotiations in Istanbul as the “most meaningful progress” yet. Joining the show to analyze these myriad developments are former US Ambassador to NATO Ivo Daalder and the Director General of Russia's International Affairs Council Andrey Kortunov.

Also appearing in today's episode: the UN’s Matilda Bogner, who is heading up their human rights monitoring mission in Ukraine; and David Beasley, executive director of the World Food Programme.

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Red Lines and War Crimes

Sun, 27 Mar 2022 08:00:00 -0000

Russia’s onslaught on Ukraine has left widespread destruction in some of the country’s major cities. But as Ukrainians fight back, there are fears that Vladimir Putin could escalate the conflict by using even deadlier weapons. In this episode of the Tug of War podcast, Christiane talks about why Vladimir Putin’s strategy isn’t working as well as he had hoped, examines the war crimes allegations leveled against him and breaks down how battlefield losses could backfire in Moscow.

To hear future episodes of Tug of War, find it and listen wherever you get your podcasts.

Recorded on March 25, 2022.

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Can Europe wean itself from Russian oil and gas?

Sat, 26 Mar 2022 04:47:00 -0000

Before Joe Biden left for Poland, he and European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen announced a joint task force to wean Europe from its dependence on Russian oil and gas. Christine Lagarde is president of the European Central Bank, and in an exclusive interview with Christiane, she warns the costs to the European and the global economy are rising.

Also on today's show: US Ambassador to NATO Julianne Smith, award-winning Harvard Professor of Constitutional Law Tomiko Brown-Nagin, and actor Penelope Cruz.

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Intense day of activity at NATO summit

Thu, 24 Mar 2022 20:14:36 -0000

In Brussels for the emergency NATO summit, President Biden pledged another billion dollars in humanitarian assistance for people impacted by Russia's invasion of Ukraine and said the US will take in up to 100,000 refugees fleeing the war. Meantime NATO says it’s beefing up its posture to deal with the crisis and plans to reinforce its WMD defenses. NATO Secretary General Jens Stoltenberg talked to Christiane on the ground in Brussels.

Also on today's show:

Former US Secretary of State Hillary Clinton discusses the legacy of Madeleine Albright, America's first female Secretary of State, who died yesterday at 84.
Former counter-terrorism official Richard Clarke addresses the alarming threat of cyberwarfare.

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Exclusive interview with Brussels summit host Michel

Wed, 23 Mar 2022 20:25:32 -0000

President Biden is on his way to Brussels for emergency summit meetings with NATO heads of state, the European Union, and the G7. Host and European Council President Charles Michel tells Christiane in an exclusive interview that the tactics to be discussed are designed to impose intelligent sanctions that hurt Russia more than they hurt Europe, and that their ultimate goal is to ensure Putin’s defeat.

Also on today's show: Ukrainian Ambassador to the EU Vsevolod Chentsov, Democratic congresswoman Elissa Slotkin, and former CDC director Dr. Tom Frieden. Plus: Correspondent Richard Roth explores legacy of Madeleine Albright, the first female US Secretary of State, who has died at age 84.

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Russia's Peskov refuses to rule out using nuclear weapons

Tue, 22 Mar 2022 20:37:06 -0000

Today's episode begins with Christiane's exclusive interview with Vladimir Putin's chief spokesman Dmitri Peskov, who concedes that Russia has yet to achieve any of its military goals in Ukraine and refuses to deny that Moscow could resort to the use of nuclear weapons. Also on the show: Christo Grozen, the executive director and lead Russia investigator of Bellingcat, an open source investigative organization; and Washington Post Global Opinions writer Jason Rezaian, who once spent 544 days unjustly imprisoned in Iran.

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The fight to retake Kherson

Mon, 21 Mar 2022 22:24:09 -0000

Russia’s relentless attacks have pummeled the southern city of Kherson, and they’ve occupied it for around two weeks. But it's still the only city Moscow controls. Correspondent Nick Paton Walsh got rare access to the front line as Ukrainian forces fight to re-take Kherson, and he brings us his eye-witness report. Also on today's episode: Ukraine's chief diplomatic advisor Igor Zhovkva, former US Deputy Assistant Secretary of Defense Evelyn Farkas, and Danish director Jonas Poher Rasmussen.

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Assessing the future of American-style democracy

Fri, 18 Mar 2022 19:00:00 -0000

Though Putin's invasion of Ukraine has jolted the west into decisive action, will the American-led liberal world order remain intact? Or will China replace the US as the dominant world power? Christiane seeks answers from American political scientist Francis Fukuyama and former Chinese foreign ministry official Victor Gao. Also appearing in today's episode: photojournalist Lynsey Addario.

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Relentless attacks on Mariupol

Thu, 17 Mar 2022 19:39:20 -0000

Survivors are emerging from the rubble of Mariupol’s theater, which was bombed by Russian planes last night despite clear signs that it was sheltering children. As many as 1,200 people are believed to have been inside. Correspondent Nick Paton Walsh has details of the relentless attacks on this besieged city. Also on today's episode: Canadian Defense Minister Anita Anand, Former Ukrainian President Viktor Yushchenko, US Senator Tim Kaine.

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"It was simply impossible to stay silent"

Wed, 16 Mar 2022 20:29:21 -0000

In her first major TV interview since her live protest on Russian state TV, Marina Ovsyannikova tells Christiane that even her own mother believes the Kremlin’s disinformation and explains how she overcame her fears to act. Also on today's episode:

House Democrat Seth Moulton, a former Marine who served four tours in Iraq, reacts to Ukrainian President Zelensky's remarkable speech to Congress
Australian mining titan Andrew Forrest, who says now is the time to reject Russia's oil and gas
Russian-born American journalist Julia Ioffe

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Countering the Kremlin propaganda machine

Tue, 15 Mar 2022 20:22:32 -0000

Still reverberating around the world is Monday's remarkable moment when an editor of Russia state TV news dashed daringly onto the set, waving a sign in English and Russian: “No war. Stop the war. Do not believe the propaganda. They tell you lies here.” Marina Ovsyannikova was found guilty today of organizing an "unauthorized public event" and fined 30,000 rubles ($280). Her bravery is part of an apparent ramping up of dissent inside Russia. Russian journalist Mikhail Zygar knows all too well what it’s like to go against the Kremlin propaganda machine and joins the show to discuss.

Also in today's episode: Former U.S. Ambassador to Ukraine Marie Yovanovitch, and David Remnick, the editor of The New Yorker.

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What Finland's leader can teach us about Putin

Mon, 14 Mar 2022 20:23:18 -0000

Finland’s President Sauli Niinistö has known Vladimir Putin for a decade and is among a handful of world leaders who continue to call the Russian president, trying to stop the war. Christiane speaks with him in London to get a sense of what might be Putin’s endgame. Next, Christiane discusses the growing humanitarian crisis in Ukraine with the UN's emergency relief coordinator Martin Griffiths. Also in today's episode: Correspondent Jim Sciutto reports on the thousands of foreigners who've answered President Zelensky’s call for a foreign legion to help repel the Russian invaders. And, Michel Martin interviews veteran war crimes investigator David Scheffer to evaluate the chances of convicting Putin and his henchmen.

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Russia's disinformation campaign

Fri, 11 Mar 2022 19:21:05 -0000

Vladimir Putin's propaganda machine is in high gear. The Kremlin is pumping out propaganda that no civilians are being hurt and the war is going according to plan, despite thousands of Russian casualties. And everyday Russians aren’t seeing many of the atrocities being committed in their name. Twisting narratives and silencing independent journalists is an age-old ploy, and tonight Christiane speaks to those on the information frontlines. Tikhon Dzyadko recently had to flee the country after his independent TV channel was banned, while US journalist Danny Fenster was imprisoned for 176 days by Myanmar’s military junta after their coup last year. Plus: Pulitzer Prize-nominated journalist Carole Cadwalladr, and director Guillermo del Toro.

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Is Russia ready to up the ante in Ukraine?

Thu, 10 Mar 2022 21:52:39 -0000

The White House is warning Russia may up the ante in Ukraine, and is declassifying intelligence in a bid to deter President Putin from possibly using chemical weapons. US Vice President Kamala Harris is in Poland, using her presence to shore up western support for Ukraine and Ukrainian refugees. Christiane speaks with Poland’s Ambassador in DC. Also joining today's episode: Lt. Gen. Ben Hodges (Ret.), and NY Times magazine editor-in-chief Yevgenia Albats.

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Ukrainian civilians continue to bear brunt of invasion

Wed, 09 Mar 2022 19:45:17 -0000

Despite repeated promises, Russia’s so-called humanitarian corridors are not fully working, and Ukraine civilians are bearing the brunt of the artillery attacks on their homes, schools, shops, and hospitals. For more on this, Christiane speaks with the country’s former prime minister, Arseniy Yatsenyuk ... What are Russians being told about the war next door? Christiane speaks with Leonid Volkov, chief of staff to Russia’s jailed opposition leader Alexey Navalny ... Also joining the show: Bosnian journalist Aida Cerkez, and Michele Flournoy, former US Under Secretary of Defense.

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Ukrainian refugee crisis deepens

Tue, 08 Mar 2022 20:17:00 -0000

Two million refugees have reportedly fled Ukraine, half of them children. They're pouring across borders like Moldova's, where correspondent Ivan Watson files a report on their stories. Meanwhile, the independent Norwegian Refugee Council has announced plans to support 800,000 victims of the conflict both inside and outside Ukraine, and its secretary general Jan Egeland joins the show from Oslo. Russians are also looking for their relatives in Ukraine - but in this case, the soldiers whom Putin and his generals sent into battle, as correspondent Alex Marquardt reports. Also featured in today's episode: Olesya Khromeychuk, director of the Ukrainian Institute London; Afghan activist Orzala Nemat; and Lt. Col. Alexander Vindman (Ret.).

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Kremlin doubles down on demands

Mon, 07 Mar 2022 19:41:14 -0000

Putin's spokesman Dmitry Peskov says they'll call off the invasion if Ukraine accepts being neutral and demilitarized, agrees to the permanent loss of Crimea, and recognizes the separatist pro-Russian regions in the east. Russia's demands come as its forces continue to pound Ukrainian cities. We speak to the mayor of Mykolaiv, Oleksandr Syenkevych. Also joining the show: US Ambassador to NATO Julianne Smith, Ukrainian novelist Andrey Kurkov, and environmentalist Bill McKibben.

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The fallout from Russia's nuclear power plant attack

Fri, 04 Mar 2022 22:06:55 -0000

"Stop Russian nuclear terrorism!" Those were the startling words of Ukrainian President Zelensky after Russian forces fired on the Zaporizhzhia nuclear power plant. The head of the UN's nuclear watchdog Rafael Grossi spoke with Christiane by phone just before he caught a flight to Iran, amid talks to revive the nuclear deal ... What is Putin's version of reality, and what would a Russian victory look like, for Putin, for Ukraine, and for the world? Attempting to answer those questions is Pulitzer Prize-winning journalist, author and historian Anne Applebaum ... New Yorker staff writer Susan Glasser, former Moscow bureau chief for the Washington Post, joins Michel Martin to discuss how President Biden should respond to Putin's war.

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A war against civilians

Thu, 03 Mar 2022 19:46:00 -0000

"The worst is yet to come." That's the chilling warning from France, as Russia tries to pound Ukrainian cities into submission. Correspondent Matthew Chance reports on what is now becoming a war against civilians ... With reports emerging that Russia now controls the strategic port city of Kherson, Christiane speaks with a 27-year-old teacher and resident of the city ... The International Criminal Court says it's proceeding with an investigation of the Russian invasion. Prosecutor Karim Khan joins the program from the Hague ... There are Russians demonstrating against the war. Andrei Kozyrev was Russia's Foreign Minister in the 1990s and he is now calling on all Russian diplomats to resign in protest ... Cyberspace has become part of the combat zone. Michael Chertoff was Secretary of Homeland Security, and he speaks with Walter Isaacson about what NATO needs to do to prevent such an attack.

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UN condemns Putin's invasion

Wed, 02 Mar 2022 20:06:12 -0000

United Nations member states voted 141-5 to denounce Russia's attack on Ukraine. Even Russia's heavyweight ally China got off the fence and expressed concern with the killing of civilians, offering to play the role of peacemaker. Today's show begins with an interview with Barbara Woodward, the UK's Ambassador to the UN, who previously served as Ambassador to China. Next, Christiane explores what's happening on the ground militarily with General Sir Richard Shirreff, who served as NATO deputy military commander until 2014, when Putin last invaded Ukraine. Also on today's episode: Senate Democrat Chris Van Hollen, New Yorker correspondent Joshua Yaffa, and tennis champion Serena Williams.

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US warns Putin's worst may be yet to come

Tue, 01 Mar 2022 20:25:11 -0000

After days of setbacks, Russian forces are now aggressively bombing cities full of civilians. Ukraine Foreign Minister Dmytro Kuleba joins the show from inside the country ... In France, President Macron continues his efforts for a diplomatic resolution, but it seems unlikely any time soon. Christiane speaks with the French Finance Minister Bruno Le Maire about the impact aggressive sanctions are having on Russia ... Only one independent news channel remains in Russia: TV Rain. Forced off the airwaves, it keeps broadcasting on YouTube, and its editor-in-chief joins the show from Moscow ... For more on the US response to Putin’s war, Christiane speaks with former Republican Senator and former Defense Secretary William Cohen.

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Putin hangs nuclear Sword of Damocles over Europe

Mon, 28 Feb 2022 20:17:32 -0000

One day after Vladimir Putin put his nuclear deterrent forces on high alert, Russia bombarded Kharkiv, Ukraine's second largest city, and explosions were heard in Kyiv, the capital. Yet Putin's war doesn't seem to be going as far and fast as planned. Christiane discusses the military situation with David Petraeus, former commander of US Central Command.

Also on today's episode: Former Lithuanian President Dalia Grybauskaite, who understands the determination of Ukraine's resistance, having lived in the shadow of Russia since winning independence from the Soviet Union in 1991 ... Hermitage Capital CEO Bill Browder, who talks about the effect of cutting Putin off from his wealth ... François Heisbourg, Senior Adviser for Europe, International Institute for Strategic Studies.

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Fate of Ukraine hangs in the balance

Fri, 25 Feb 2022 19:43:03 -0000

As Russian forces encircle the Ukranian capital, Christiane speaks with Ukrainian MP Lesia Vasylenko, hunkered down in Kyiv ... Exiled Belarusian opposition leader Svetlana Tikhanovskaya issues a warning about Belarus strongman Alexander Lukashenko, who's supporting the Russian invasion ... Foreign policy expert Angela Stent talks to Walter Isaacson about the global ambitions of Vladimir Putin ... Veteran foreign correspondent Jane Perlez discusses the Russian/China alliance against the United States and what Richard Nixon did to pull them apart 50 years ago this week.

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Exclusive Interview: Jens Stoltenberg

Thu, 24 Feb 2022 20:33:41 -0000

NATO's Secretary General joins Christiane for an exclusive interview, followed by Ukrainian Ambassador to the US Oksana Markarova. CNN correspondent Matthew Chance then joins from Kyiv where he encountered Russian forces just outside the capital city. Today's show also features military analysis from former Joint Chiefs Chairman Adm. Mike Mullen and Richard Shirreff, the former Deputy Supreme Allied Commander Europe. It closes with Garry Kasparov, the former Russian champion who now chairs the Human Rights Foundation.

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Is NATO doing enough to deter Putin?

Wed, 23 Feb 2022 20:00:02 -0000

Citing US President Joe Biden's promise to "defend every inch of NATO territory," Christiane asks Estonia's prime minister if the alliance is indeed doing enough to counter Russian aggression. Then, the Canadian foreign minister joins the show to discuss how to bolster Ukraine economically and militarily. And later, we speak with a Russian American journalist about how this threat is forging Ukraine's identity.

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When is an invasion an invasion?

Tue, 22 Feb 2022 21:06:39 -0000

Russia’s Vladimir Putin has ordered his army into the breakaway rebel areas of eastern Ukraine, despite weeks of Russian assurances that they would not invade. Now Germany’s Chancellor Scholz has stepped up, halting the Nord Stream 2 gas pipeline from Russia for now. The US is also imposing a whole raft of sanctions, while Ukraine’s President Zelensky continues to project calm publicly. Today's show is dedicated to these dramatic developments. Guests include America’s former ambassador to NATO Ivo Daalder, Lithuanian Foreign Minister Gabrielius Landsbergis, European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen, and US Senator (and one of President Biden's closest confidantes) Chris Coons.

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Putin recognizes Ukraine's separatist regions. Now what?

Mon, 21 Feb 2022 20:13:53 -0000

Just prior to Vladimir Putin formally recognizing Ukraine's separatist eastern regions, Christiane spoke with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky and former French Minister for European Affairs Nathalie Loiseau ... Iranian Foreign Minister Hossein Amir-Abdollahian tells Christiane his government has "never been this close" to a deal on its nuclear program, but that the last few obstacles could scuttle the whole thing ... Michele Martin speaks with award-winning authors Jason Reynolds and Kiese Laymon, who've both had their books banned or challenged by school boards around the US.

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Amanpour Update for February 18, 2021

Fri, 18 Feb 2022 19:00:00 -0000

There is no new episode of the Amanpour showcast. If you haven’t already, please check out CNN’s other podcasts and showcasts at cnn.com/audio.

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The US and NATO on high alert

Thu, 17 Feb 2022 19:00:00 -0000

Christiane speaks to the Irish Foreign Minister about the Russia-Ukraine crisis as well as the Iran nuclear deal ... Breaking down the legal ramifications of the Trump administration mishandling White House records ... The saga of Russian ice skater Kamila Valieva.

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Is the West "starving" Afghanistan?

Wed, 16 Feb 2022 20:29:58 -0000

Large-scale refugee crises accompany any conflict, whether in Europe, the Middle East or Afghanistan. Christiane speaks with International Rescue Committee President David Miliband about this human cost ... Prince Andrew goes from denial to settlement, acknowledging that his accuser Virginia Giuffre suffered as a victim of abuse. What does this mean for the Royal Family and victims' rights ... As Denmark becomes the first European company to lift all Covid restriction, Walter Isaacson asks that government's pandemic adviser Michael Bang Petersen, why?

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Cautious optimism after Russia cites troop pullback

Tue, 15 Feb 2022 20:02:40 -0000

Russia says some military forces are returning to base after completing drills, and Vladimir Putin -- after meeting with Germany's leader Olaf Scholz -- says there's room for further discussion. Dmitri Trenin, Director of the Carnegie Moscow Centre, joins Christiane to analyze these latest developments ... Former Finnish Prime Minister Alexander Stubb offers insight into Putin's thinking ... Former US Ambassador to NATO Kay Bailey Hutchison offers her perspective.

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Diplomacy and the information wars

Tue, 15 Feb 2022 13:12:00 -0000

US Pentagon spokesperson John Kirby addresses the intel onslaught about Russia's moves over Ukraine ... Christiane asks Ukraine's ambassador to Germany if western countries are doing enough ... With the highest court in sports clearing Russian skater Kamila Valieva to participate at the Beijing Olympic games, we talk to expert and Oscar-winning filmmaker Brian Fogle about Russia's perennial doping problem ... Dallas Mayor Eric Johnson explains how his city is bucking the trend on violent crime.

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Democracy In Focus

Fri, 11 Feb 2022 19:00:00 -0000

Friday’s show begins with a fascinating conversation with one of the last of the civil rights warriors, former Mayor Andrew Young, who explores his extraordinary life fighting for equality then and now … With press freedom under attack, Christiane speaks with Jodie Ginsberg, new head of the Committee To Protect Journalists, and NYU journalism professor Jay Rosen … Uyghur advocate and attorney Rayhan Asat discusses her fight for her brother, who she says was disappeared.

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How The US Is Attacking Trafficking

Fri, 11 Feb 2022 15:55:19 -0000

Congresswoman Karen Bass talks about leading the bipartisan effort to fight human trafficking in the US … How the warmer weather might affect any conflict between Ukraine and Russia … Building an insurrection index, the director of Public Wise discusses the effort to remember those responsible for the January 6 attack.

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To Mask, Or Not To Mask?

Wed, 09 Feb 2022 19:45:53 -0000

As Democratic governors get ahead of the CDC on lifting mask mandates, we ask top doctors around the world how best to manage the end of the Omicron wave … With even more pressure piling up on Boris Johnson, how long can he survive this self-inflicted crisis? … Tara Westover, who wrote the best-seller Educated, explains why she is not proof of the American dream.

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Macron The Mediator

Tue, 08 Feb 2022 19:34:44 -0000

Following meetings with Putin and Zelensky, French President Macron says he sees concrete solutions to easing tensions between Ukraine and Russia. French Ambassador to the US Philippe Etienne weighs in on the situation … Economist and author Heather McGhee explains what racism really costs everyone … Culture critic Thomas Chatterton Williams on healing a divided nation.

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Republicans Defend Insurrection As “Legitimate”

Mon, 07 Feb 2022 19:36:58 -0000

With the RNC claiming the events of January 6 constitute “legitimate political discourse,” Christiane asks GOP Senator Todd Young of Indiana how the democracy disconnect at home impacts America abroad … With book-banning in the US on the rise, a Pulitzer Prize-winning Vietnamese American author explains how reading so-called “dangerous” books helped change his life … During this particularly divisive Black History Month, writer Imani Perry heads south to better understand her peoples’ past.

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The Power Of Art To Support Human Rights

Fri, 04 Feb 2022 19:00:00 -0000

China’s most celebrated artist, Ai Weiwei, explains why he’s slamming the use of the stadium he created … Amid the saber rattling between Russia and NATO, what’s really behind Moscow’s obsession with Ukraine? … Why one of the most distinguished works of Holocaust literature is under attack.

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Russia’s View On Ukraine

Thu, 03 Feb 2022 20:41:12 -0000

As the US sends more troops to Eastern Europe, Christiane speaks with Vladimir Chizhov, Russia’s ambassador to the EU … Journalist George Packer reviews his gut-wrenching reporting on America’s chaotic withdrawal from Afghanistan … Lieutenant Colonel Alexander Vindman tells Michel Martin why he’s suing several of Trump’s closest allies, and how they tried to intimidate and retaliate against him for testifying against Donald Trump.

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Normalizing A Brutal Dictator

Wed, 02 Feb 2022 19:34:18 -0000

As Syrians continue to suffer under Bashir al-Asaad, Christiane asks a Syrian journalist and a former US ambassador why world leaders are welcoming him back into the fold … The story behind the emotional reunion of a US Army vet who refused to leave his Afghan counterpart behind ... A famed explorer invites us to share in his adventure and expand our horizons along the way.

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Will Diplomacy Really Deter Putin?

Tue, 01 Feb 2022 21:13:13 -0000

While another round of intense diplomacy over the Ukraine situation grinds on behind the scenes, Christiane asks the US Ambassador to the Organization for Security and Cooperation in Europe (OSCE), Michael Carpenter, if all the talk is actually making a difference … One year after Myanmar's military coup, the resistance is stronger than ever. A member of the ousted government joins Christiane from exile … With the Beijing Olympics days away, what it's like to cover these games under the world's most strict Covid rules.

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“Partygate” Paper Appears – What Does It Mean?

Mon, 31 Jan 2022 19:36:43 -0000

The long-awaited report on Boris Johnson’s scandal arrives just as the PM heads to Ukraine, prompting the question: Is this a desperate ploy to avoid war or his mounting crisis at home? … Actor Jamie Dornan on his new filmy Belfast … The new documentary exposing a horrifying truth about America's southern border.

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Streep Satirizes Climate Change

Fri, 28 Jan 2022 19:00:00 -0000

Friday’s show focuses on how the world of culture and entertainment is taking on two huge issues. First, Christiane speaks with Meryl Streep and Adam McKay about their outrageous climate-change satire, Don’t Look Up. Then comes a bold look into the deeply troubling world of sexual assault, accountability, and taking women seriously by comedian W. Kamau Bell, director of We Need To Talk About Cosby. Plus: Walter Isaacson interviews New Hampshire Governor Chris Sununu.

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The Ball Is Now In The Kremlin’s Court

Thu, 27 Jan 2022 19:51:44 -0000

As the US and its NATO allies anxiously await Vladimir Putin’s response to their written letters addressing Russia’s security concerns, Ursula von der Leyen, the President of the European Commission, joins Christiane for an exclusive interview … Javier Bardem, who plays Desi Arnaz in Aaron Sorkin’s new film Being The Ricardos, joins the show from Madrid … Michel Martin interviews David A. Kaplan, author of The Most Dangerous Branch, which deals with the growing polarization of America’s Supreme Court.

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Norway PM On Ukraine, Afghanistan

Wed, 26 Jan 2022 20:39:17 -0000

European leaders say “a threat against Ukraine is a threat against Europe,” promising “severe and massive” consequences. Norway is a key member of the NATO alliance, and Prime Minister Jonas Gahr Støre was at the United Nations today to discuss this crisis as well as the unfolding humanitarian catastrophe in Afghanistan … Walter Isaacson interviews Pfizer CEO Albert Bourla … French philosopher and director Bernard-Henri Lévy on his new movie, The Will To See.

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Is It Time To Work With The Taliban?

Tue, 25 Jan 2022 19:53:38 -0000

Former Afghanistan President Hamid Karzai joins Christiane for an exclusive interview about how to deal with the Taliban and try to save Afghan lives … Marin Alsop, the first woman to lead a major American orchestra, discusses the new documentary about her life, The Conductor … The terrifying reality of the pandemic for the immunocompromised and the disabled, and why they feel abandoned by the Biden administration.

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NATO Head Promises “Severe Consequences” For Russia

Tue, 25 Jan 2022 19:47:17 -0000

As fears of war reverberate around Europe, NATO Secretary General Jens Stoltenberg tells Christiane that diplomacy is not dead – but it’s up to Putin to dial down the aggression … Amid fears of conflict, Covid, inflation, supply-chain issues, and rising energy prices, the head of the International Monetary Fund speaks exclusively with Christiane about all of this and why the IMF is downgrading prospects for growth this year … Anti-Defamation League CEO Jonathan Greenblatt discusses his new book, It Could Happen Here, and how we can strike back against hate.

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A Key American Ally At A Crossroads

Fri, 21 Jan 2022 19:00:00 -0000

"There is a gaping hole in the governing of Britain” is the sobering assessment of former Prime Minister Tony Blair, who joins Christiane to discuss his country’s future amid the Boris Johnson scandals, and whether diplomacy can diffuse the standoff over Ukraine ... A conversation with Ian Shaw, co-writer and star of The Shark Is Broken, the play based on the 1975 thriller Jaws ... Walter Isaacson interviews former US Senate Majority Leader Trent Lott.

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Biden Tries To Clarify “Minor Incursion” Remark

Thu, 20 Jan 2022 19:32:32 -0000

After blowback over his comment that a “minor incursion” Vladimir Putin in Ukraine could provoke a different response from the US, President Biden reiterated that Russia would pay a “heavy price” if any units cross the Baltic state’s border. Senator Chris Murphy, who just returned from Ukraine, joins the show from Capitol Hill … Oscar-winning actor Penelope Cruz on her new film Parallel Mothers … Michel Martin interviews Merritt Tierce, author of “The Abortion I Didn’t Have.”

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“The Risk Of Conflict Is Real”

Wed, 19 Jan 2022 19:40:00 -0000

With rising signs of Russia's intent to invade, Ukraine puts its former President Petro Poroshenko on trial for treason. He joins us to explain what it's like to face off with adversaries at home and abroad … In a matter of weeks, he lost his son to suicide, survived the Capitol insurrection and led impeachment proceedings against Donald Trump. Now congressman Jamie Raskin talks about overcoming the unthinkable … Author Alec MacGillis on how the big tech takeover spurred inequality and left America in the shadow of Amazon.

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Taking Stock Of Biden’s First Year

Wed, 19 Jan 2022 19:39:48 -0000

On the eve of Joe Biden’s one-year anniversary, former Pentagon policy adviser Kori Schake and CNN’s Abby Phillips assess the President’s performance and the many challenges that lie ahead … Emmy Award-winning director Stanley Nelson and co-director Traci Curry discuss their new documentary “Attica” … Former federal prosecutor Laura Coates explains how the pursuit of justice can create injustice.

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"No Celebration Without Legislation”

Mon, 17 Jan 2022 19:32:42 -0000

On Martin Luther King Day, the family of the late civil rights leader asks that there be “no celebration without legislation” on voting rights. South Carolina Congressman and House Majority Whip James Clyburn played a key role in President Biden winning the Democratic nomination, and he’s not ready to give up just yet, as he explains to Christiane. Plus, former US Ambassador to NATO and German politician Norbert Roettgen assess Russia’s ongoing threat to Ukraine.

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The On-Again, Off-Again Djokovic Visa Drama

Fri, 14 Jan 2022 19:58:09 -0000

The Australian government again cancels tennis star Novak Djokovic’s visa. Veteran sportscaster and former tennis pro Mary Carillo tries to make sense of it all … As “Partygate” dominates British headlines, we look under the radar at the new legislation that could gut civil liberties here … Actors Lawrence Fishburn and Frankie Faison remembers the great Sydney Poitier.

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A Deep Dive With Michael Phelps

Thu, 13 Jan 2022 19:40:50 -0000

The most decorated Olympian of all time, Michael Phelps, joins Christiane to talk about the Beijing Olympics, mental health, and Novak Djokovic … As tensions between Russia and the West rise after recent talks over Ukraine, we ask, “What will Putin do?” … Michelle Martin speaks to a woman who says her father couldn’t get the emergency room treatment he needed because hospitals were filled with Covid patients.

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"This is a crisis of Russia’s making”

Wed, 12 Jan 2022 19:56:27 -0000

NATO Secretary General Jens Stoltenberg says the tense situation on the Ukranian border is a “crisis of Russia’s making.” For the latest on the crisis, Christiane speaks with the chief American negotiator with the Russians, Deputy US Secretary of State Wendy Sherman … The Atlantic’s Tom McTague on whether Boris Johnson can survive his latest controversy … Walter Isaacson interviews Facebook whistleblower Francis Haugen.

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Is Democracy In Danger In Georgia?

Tue, 11 Jan 2022 20:23:22 -0000

President Biden visits Georgia today, the scene of Donald Trump’s most blatant attempt to strong-arm state officials into overturning the 2020 vote. We talk with the man who Trump asked to “find” thousands more votes, Secretary of State Brad Raffensperger. Plus, the UN Secretary-General's Special Adviser on Libya Stephanie Turco Williams, and legendary journalist Carl Bernstein.

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Putin Sends Troops Into Kazakhstan

Mon, 10 Jan 2022 20:52:48 -0000

As the U.S. and Russia meet in Geneva, Vladimir Putin sends troops into neighboring Kazakhstan, where protests over rising fuel prices have left 164 dead and some 6,000 arrested. Christiane speaks with senior Kazakh diplomat Erzhan Kazykhanov and former U.S. ambassador to Russia and former NATO deputy secretary general Alexander Vershbow. Plus, Sports Illustrated’s Jon Wertheim on the latest in the saga of tennis champion Novak Djokovic.

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How To Save American Democracy

Fri, 07 Jan 2022 19:06:18 -0000

Christiane examines how democracy is built, and how it’s preserved when under threat, with historians Doris Kearns Goodwin and Timothy Snyder … What South Africa and Colombia can teach us about restorative justice and building a new democracy … Loretta J. Ross, a visiting professor at Smith College whose teaching focuses on white supremacy in the age of Trump, on whether January 6 provides an opportunity for reflection and healing.

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January 6 … One Year Later

Thu, 06 Jan 2022 20:00:59 -0000

As Washington reflects on the first anniversary of the assault on the Capitol, a conversation with House Democrat Rosa DeLauro, who was trapped inside Congress that day … Former Republican Senator and Defense Secretary William Cohen, who warned of an impending disaster well before the insurrection, predicts what will happen next … Yale professor Jason Stanley on why he believes a small group of Americans are trying to wrest control from the masses.

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“The Right Response Is To Protect That Now & Forever”

Wed, 05 Jan 2022 20:15:10 -0000

Democratic Senator Tim Kaine talks about the nation’s moment of reckoning, voting rights, and his 27-hour drive to Washington … Why the new Omicron wave is hitting children so hard, and emotional toll it’s taking … How the U.S. can preserve its democracy.

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Was January 6 Just A Dress Rehearsal?

Tue, 04 Jan 2022 20:40:00 -0000

Why is truth-telling important? And what are the consequences of buying into a big lie? Christiane seeks answers to those vital questions with author Barbara Walter and columnist Fintan O’Toole … Henry Louis Gates Jr. of the hit series “Finding Your Roots” talks about America at a troubling crossroads … Ed Yong, science writer for the Atlantic, explains why recent CDC decisions could have a devastating impact on U.S. healthcare.

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Learning To Live With Covid

Mon, 03 Jan 2022 20:08:08 -0000

Will 2022 mark the beginning of the end of the pandemic? Dr. Larry Brilliant, who helped eradicate smallpox, and Dr. Ayoade Alakija, co-chair of the African Vaccine Delivery Alliance, provide some answers … The widow of Nelson Mandela discusses the legacy of Archbishop Desmond Tutu … The story of one family trying to get ahead against all odds.

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Amanpour Update for December 24, 2021

Fri, 24 Dec 2021 19:00:00 -0000

There is no new episode of the Amanpour showcast. New episodes will resume on January 3. If you haven’t already, please check out CNN’s other podcasts and showcasts at cnn.com/audio.

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New Studies Provide Hope In Covid Battle

Thu, 23 Dec 2021 20:50:08 -0000

New research indicates Omicron is less severe than Delta. One of the scientists who developed MRNA vaccine technology provides the facts … The executive producer of a new documentary on Zimbabwe explores that country’s precarious struggle for democracy … An interview with the 21-year-olds who used the pandemic to trek 7,000 miles across America.

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Biden: "I Want To Get Things Done”

Wed, 22 Dec 2021 20:02:26 -0000

The U.S. President fights to keep his signature piece of legislation alive after Senator Manchin leaves it hanging by a thread … As concerns over an invasion into Ukraine reach a fever pitch, the U.S. and Russia agree to a first round of meetings … The authors of Out Of Office on how the pandemic is making us rethink the way we work.

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Fauci Speaks Out On Omicron

Tue, 21 Dec 2021 20:17:07 -0000

With the Omicron variant of Covid spreading at staggering speed, Dr. Anthony Fauci, Chief Medical Advisor to President Biden, dives into the latest data … World-renowned author Andrew Solomon talks about book banning … Two-time Pulitzer Prize winner Lynn Nottage discusses her new hit play.

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Build Back Better No More

Mon, 20 Dec 2021 21:18:45 -0000

How Joe Manchin derailed President Biden’s social spending package, and the real-life implications of the West Virginia Democrat’s break with his own party … With the Omicron variant spreading fast, a former White House pandemic adviser analyzes the latest data … What 35-year-old leftist Gabriel Boric’s election as Chile’s new president means for democracy in the region.

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A Fragile Peace In Peril

Fri, 17 Dec 2021 19:48:27 -0000

With the Bosnian state in danger of unravelling, the American special envoy to the region talks about the worldwide fallout … With Boris Johnson facing a crisis of trust, is the party over for the British PM? … With inflation accelerating, former U.S. Treasury Secretary Larry Summers gives his take on how the country can right the ship.

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The Latest On Coronavirus & The Omicron Variant

Thu, 16 Dec 2021 20:43:00 -0000

The former head of the CDC and the editor-in-chief of the Lancet Lancet tell you what you need to know … Why what’s happening to a crucial ice shelf is a red alert for the human race … How AI could reinforce inequality.

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Damning Details Emerge About Capitol Insurrection

Wed, 15 Dec 2021 19:39:46 -0000

Why the Jan 6 investigation is crucial to American democracy, and what new revelations tell us about the state of the Republican party … The harrowing reality of life under the Taliban for Afghanistan’s LGBTQ community … The first woman of color to run a Fortune 50 company on her work, life, family and our future.

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Blowing The Whistle On Afghanistan Failures

Tue, 14 Dec 2021 20:24:00 -0000

Christiane talks with the lawmaker investigating the startling accusations of incompetence that plagued the chaotic exit from Afghanistan, as well as a former infantryman who just wrote a new book on the subject … Former Planned Parenthood president Cecile Richards about the assault on women’s choice … Show biz legend Kathleen Turner on her one-woman show.

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Johnson: “Tidal Wave Of Omicron Coming”

Mon, 13 Dec 2021 19:46:32 -0000

As the Covid crisis converges with scandals at #10 Downing Street, politicians on both sides of the aisle discuss whether British PM Boris Johnson has any credibility now … How much does climate change have to do with the calamity in Kentucky? … Reckoning with slavery across America.

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"Democracy Doesn’t Happen By Accident”

Fri, 10 Dec 2021 19:43:53 -0000

US Under Secretary of State Uzra Zeya on what, if anything has been achieved by President Biden’s virtual democracy summit … What is “long Covid?” Dr. Lekshmi Santhosh provides answers on the lingering condition … Journalist Barton Gellman says Donald Trump’s next coup has already begun.

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Genocide In China?

Thu, 09 Dec 2021 20:15:11 -0000

An independent panel says China is committing genocide against the Uighurs. We break down the evidence with a dissident activist, and then hear China’s view … A foreign policy expert on the life and vision of Germany’s new chancellor … The man behind Moderna talks about Omicron and where the Covid-19 vaccines may take us in 2022.

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Is U.S. Right To Abortion In Jeopardy?

Wed, 08 Dec 2021 20:04:38 -0000

A Mississippi lawsuit has the U.S. closer to overturning Roe vs. Wade. Frank discussions with feminist author Katie Roiphe, and Charles Fried, Ronald Reagan’s Solicitor General ... A new report declares China the biggest captor of journalists. Christianne speaks to a columnist-turned-activist from a Hong Kong newspaper that was forced to close … A look back at Angela Merkel, a woman who shaped an era.

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High Stakes As Biden, Putin Hold Crucial Talks

Tue, 07 Dec 2021 19:35:18 -0000

With the specter of war in Europe hanging in the air, the American and Russian Presidents spoke for over two hours today. Former U.S. Ambassador to Russia Alexander Vershbow gives his perspective … Novelist/poet Margaret Atwood on how to build practical utopias … The author of “Dopesick” and the founder of “Relatives Against Purdue Pharma” discuss the harrowing impact of the opioid epidemic.

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Fauci On Omicron: “Signals Are A Bit Encouraging”

Mon, 06 Dec 2021 19:45:51 -0000

While there are early signs the new COVID variant may not be as severe as Delta, health experts insist the key to ending the pandemic is vaccination. So Greece is taking the bull by the horns, mandating vaccines for everyone 60+. We speak exclusively to Greek Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotaki about his plan to find those who refuse the vaccine. Plus: Allison Krauss and Robert Plant discuss their new album, and why it took them 14 long years to reunite.

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The Rising Tensions With Russia

Fri, 03 Dec 2021 19:46:06 -0000

Can Joe Biden persuade Putin to reverse the recent troop buildup on the Ukraine border? An exclusive interview with the Ukranian ambassador to the U.S. Plus: A look inside one of Libya’s detention centers, and how Puerto Rico is beating the odds to become the poster child for vaccination.

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Behind The WTA’s Bold China Pullout

Thu, 02 Dec 2021 19:52:55 -0000

When the Women’s Tennis Association suspended all tournaments in China, it took a crucial stand in defense of Peng Shuai and in support of women’s rights. We talk with WTA CEO Steve Simon. Plus: The secret cyber skirmishes between Israel and Iran.

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Fighting A Virus We Don’t Fully Understand

Wed, 01 Dec 2021 19:37:02 -0000

With the new Omicron variant continuing to spread, global public health experts talk about mixed messages and possible missteps … Following another mass shooting in the U.S., a former gun executive explains why America is the only country where this keeps happening … A fresh look at the legacy of Malcom X.

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On The Front Lines Of A Brutal Civil War

Tue, 30 Nov 2021 19:38:29 -0000

“We will repel, destroy and eliminate the enemy.” Those are the stark words today from Ethiopia’s Nobel Peace Prize-winning Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed. Senator Chris Coons, President Biden’s foreign policy man in Congress, sheds light on the grim situation … A new documentary uncovers the American laws punishing boycotts of Israel … Will Omicron usher in another winter of discontent?

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Are Travel Bans The Answer To Omicron?

Mon, 29 Nov 2021 19:44:00 -0000

The new coronavirus variant has prompted multiple countries to institute travel bans. But is that the best strategy? The woman spearheading the WHO’s global COVID strategy weighs in. Plus: Taiwan on alert.

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Bosnia In Crisis ... New COVID Variant, New Concerns

Fri, 26 Nov 2021 20:50:09 -0000

As Bosnia faces its most serious crisis since the 1990s, Christiane speaks with the country’s former prime minister … Is the latest COVID variant more transmissible than Delta? … Why the Chicago 7 trial still resonates today.

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Behind The English Channel Tragedy

Thu, 25 Nov 2021 19:26:24 -0000

27 migrants drown in the English Channel. We seek answers from a migration expert and a Macron ally … The International Olympic Committee is under fire for its handling of the Peng Shuai case. We speak with a senior IOC official … An incredible story of survival and Thanksgiving.

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Ukraine On The Edge … And On Alert

Wed, 24 Nov 2021 19:30:47 -0000

We take you on patrol in some of the world’s most contested waters as Ukraine prepares for a possible Russian invasion. Plus: The U.S. Supreme Court under the microscope.

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Why Is Europe Dealing With Yet Another Covid Surge?

Tue, 23 Nov 2021 19:49:01 -0000

The WHO’s Hans Kluga explains the reasons behind Europe’s latest Covid wave – and the way out … A new report says US democracy is backsliding … Documenting the incredible legacy of Arthur Ashe.

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Afghanistan Expert: “The Situation Is Not Good”

Mon, 22 Nov 2021 19:55:00 -0000

As Afghanistan verges on a humanitarian catastrophe, Christiane interviews the former U.S. envoy who struck America’s deal with the Taliban. Plus: “Get Back” director Peter Jackson, and Rage Against The Machine’s Tom Morello.

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Where Is Peng? And What Is Putin Up To?

Thu, 18 Nov 2021 19:49:41 -0000

The Chinese tennis star hasn’t been seen since making assault allegations against a former Communist Party leader. What does her disappearance say about China? … Why is Russia building up forces on Ukraine’s border? … Pioneering new ways to fight the opioid epidemic.

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Lukashenko Called A “Criminal”

Wed, 17 Nov 2021 19:40:52 -0000

Belarus opposition leader Svetlana Tikhanovskaya claims the country’s president, Alexander Lukashenko, is a “criminal” who’s weaponizing migrants to pressure the U.S. to lift sanctions. Those same migrants on the Belarus-Poland border were met with water cannons and tear gas from Polish authorities. Christiane asks Poland’s deputy foreign minister a simple question: why?

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“Using People As Pawns”

Wed, 17 Nov 2021 19:39:52 -0000

Tensions escalate as Poland accuses Belarus of a mass entry of migrants across their shared borders … As Europe once again becomes the epicenter of the pandemic, Dr. Paul Offit on the trajectory of the virus … A desperate search for answers in the wake of the Astroworld Festival tragedy.

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NBA Star’s Message To China’s “Brutal Dictator”

Wed, 17 Nov 2021 19:39:24 -0000

Exclusive interview with Boston Celtics player Enes Kanter, who ignited a firestorm by accusing Xi Jinping of “unimaginable human rights abuses and crimes against humanity.” Also: Washington Post reporter Aaron Gardner’s detailed investigation into the Capitol Hill insurrectionists.

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Refugees As The Targets Of Chaos

Tue, 16 Nov 2021 19:50:00 -0000

Pulitzer-prize winning journalist Anne Applebaum on the political violence at the Belarus border … The high-stakes meeting between the world’s two most powerful men … J.J. Abrams on what went right with The Play That Goes Wrong.

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The Hard Truth About COP26

Mon, 15 Nov 2021 19:50:12 -0000

The Glasgow climate summit is over, but did world leaders buy humanity enough time to avert disaster? … How three immigrant brothers built a company that would bring the global economy to its knees … Boundary breaking entertainer Billy Porter opens up.

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What Rittenhouse, Arbery Cases Say About Justice & Race

Fri, 12 Nov 2021 19:41:13 -0000

An in-depth look at the two ongoing trials that will test the difference between self-vigilante killings and self-defense … Film star Forrest Whitaker explains how his acting career inspired his global activism … Grammy-winning musician Carlos Santana on his fascinating life and career.

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Trump Pulled Out … Biden Wants Back In

Thu, 11 Nov 2021 20:37:14 -0000

As the U.S. eyes a return to the Iran nuclear deal, Christiane speaks with Iran’s lead negotiator. Plus, a look back at the complex legacy of South Africa’s last apartheid president, FW de Klerk, who died today at age 85.

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Rare, Exclusive Interview With Head Of BP

Mon, 08 Nov 2021 19:59:23 -0000

BP CEO Bernard Looney promises the fossil fuel giant can be part of the solution to climate change. Plus: Congresswoman Maria Elvira Salazar ups the pressure on Nicaragua’s power-hungry President Daniel Ortega.

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Ethiopia's Descent Into War

Fri, 05 Nov 2021 20:42:37 -0000

Rebels in Ethiopia say they're closing in on the capital. How we got here and what could happen next ... Inside the downfall of the NRA ... Why Lincoln tore up the US Constitution ... Major milestone in fight against COVID.

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The Case For Nuclear Energy

Thu, 04 Nov 2021 19:47:07 -0000

International Atomic Energy Commission chief Rafael Grossi pitches nuclear energy as a solution to the climate crisis ... Hillary Clinton's "second daughter" Huma Abedin steps out of the shadows ... Billy Jean King on becoming the first woman to have a major tennis tournament named in her honor.

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Yellen on the economy, the climate, and … Bono

Wed, 03 Nov 2021 20:07:00 -0000

In Glasgow for COP26, US Treasury Secretary Janet Yellen explains why passing the President’s Build Back Better agenda is crucial for both the economy and the climate … and what it was like meeting with music icon Bono.

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Exclusive: Christiane One-On-One With Boris Johnson

Tue, 02 Nov 2021 19:34:18 -0000

Continuing her live coverage from COP26 in Glasgow, Christiane interviews the British PM. Plus: Why John Kerry’s hopeful China will help save our future. And: Why NIH chief Dr. Francis Collins stood down.

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Amanpour Live From Scotland For COP26

Mon, 01 Nov 2021 21:17:48 -0000

Christiane’s on-the-scene coverage of the crucial climate summit is highlighted by an exclusive interview with European Union Commission President Ursula von der Leyen. Also featured: candid chats with Scottish First Minister Nicola Sturgeon and Barbados Prime Minister Mia Mottley, whose tiny nation is among those bearing the brunt of climate change.

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Biden Back In Global Spotlight

Fri, 29 Oct 2021 18:48:23 -0000

The President heads overseas with his agenda stalled. What could this mean for America and its reputation around the world? Plus: Protesters take to the streets in Sudan to demonstrate against the coup ... How the pandemic has changed our relationship with work and stress.

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Crunch Time For The Climate

Thu, 28 Oct 2021 19:04:41 -0000

As President Biden heads overseas for climate talks, could this be a game-changing moment? Plus: Facebook tries to chart a new course ... What the loss of freedom feels like … How pandemic-related demand is overwhelming U.S. supply chains.

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Duvernay Dishes On Kaepernick

Wed, 27 Oct 2021 19:02:04 -0000

Oscar-nominated director Ava Duvernay talks candidly about her new series on former NFL quarterback Colin Kaepernick, who famously took a knee in 2016 and launched a social justice movement. And: what needs to change in Hollywood after the fatal movie set shooting.

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Sounding The Alarm On Saudi “Psychopath”

Tue, 26 Oct 2021 19:04:13 -0000

Following a former Saudi spy chief’s desperate plea for help, Christiane speaks exclusively with his daughter, who feels her father and his family could be the next victims of Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman.

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Is U.S. Serious About Saving Planet?

Mon, 25 Oct 2021 19:29:36 -0000

With President Biden’s climate agenda on the line, a conversation with the man who literally wrote the book on clean energy, Gov. Jay Inslee. Plus: why so many nurses are quitting, and what it will take to heal the health care system.

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Amanpour: Leah Stokes, Martin Indyk, Max Boot, Nick Willing

Fri, 22 Oct 2021 19:16:22 -0000

Attention turns to climate policy leading up to the COP26 Conference. Leah Stokes, Associate Professor at U.C. Santa Barbara and environmental policy expert, joins Christiane Amanpour to discuss President Biden's climate agenda and why Senator Manchin's opposition is so pivotal. Then, Martin Indyk’s new book “Master of the game” looks at former U.S Secretary of State Henry Kissinger’s role in the Middle East and what we can learn from his political philosophy. The Washington Post Columnist Max Boot joins our Walter Isaacson to talk about how the Republican party may pose an existential threat to the future of democracy. And Nick Wiling, the son of renowned artist Paula Rego, recounts his mother’s life and work that is currently displayed in London’s TATE Britain.

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Amanpour: Carlos Fernando Chamorro, Abuzar Royesh, Simin Royesh and Stephanie Land

Thu, 21 Oct 2021 18:52:51 -0000

Nicaraguan journalist Carlos Fernando Chamorro joins Christiane Amanpour to discuss strongman Daniel Ortega's crackdown on his political opposition. Abuzar Royesh, founding member of The Thirty Birds Foundation, and Simin Royesh, who led her family's evacuation from Afghanistan, talk about what's happening to those left behind after America's chaotic exit. Michel Martin talks to Stephanie Land, author of "Maid: Hard Work, Low Pay and a Mother's Will to Survive", about the adaptation of her memoir into the Netflix hit series "Maid" and her experiences living below the poverty line in one of the richest countries on earth.

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Amanpour: Tarana Burke, Peter Marki-Zay and Adam Schiff

Wed, 20 Oct 2021 19:13:01 -0000

On the four year anniversary of the MeToo movement, Christiane Amanpour speaks with Tarana Burke, the movement's founder, about the progress made so far and her new book "Unbound: My Story of Liberation and the Birth of the Me Too Movement". Hungarian opposition candidate Peter Marki-Zay discusses his unlikely victory in this weekend's primary election. Michel Martin talks to Democratic Congressman Adam Schiff about the latest from the House committee leading the investigation into the January 6 insurrection and his new book, "Midnight in Washington".

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Amanpour: Kaiya McCullough, Yvens Rumbold, Orlando von Einsiedel, Hassan Akkad and McKay Coppins

Tue, 19 Oct 2021 19:02:07 -0000

Former professional soccer player Kaiya McCullough discusses the allegations of emotional abuse she levelled against Washington Spirit coach Richie Burke - claims he denies. Yvens Rumbold, Director of Communications at Policité, talks about the abduction of American and Canadian missionaries in Haiti and how this is just the tip of the iceberg of kidnapping incidents in the country. Orlando von Einsiedel and Hassan Akkad, co-directors of "Convergence: Courage in a Crisis", discuss telling the stories of ordinary heroes on the frontlines of the pandemic in their new documentary. Hari Sreenivasan talks with journalist McKay Coppins about his reporting on the hedge fund Alden Global Capital's years long work gutting American newsrooms.

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Amanpour: Jack Straw, Robert Draper, John Emshwiller, Rebecca Smith, Vaitea Cowan, Christiana Figueres and Ramsey Green

Mon, 18 Oct 2021 19:14:04 -0000

Jack Straw, Former British Foreign Secretary, reflects on the passing of Colin Powell, the former U.S. Secretary of State and four star general. Journalist Robert Draper talks about Powell's legacy as a giant of American military and politics. John Emshwiller and Rebecca Smith, co-hosts of the "Bad Bets" podcast, discuss the fall of Texas energy giant Enron and the ensuing scandal, 20 years on. Christiana Figueres, member of The Earthshot Prize Council, and Vaitea Cowan, co-founder of Enapter and one of the winners of the Earthshot Prize, talk about finding solutions to combat the climate crisis. Walter Isaacson talks with Ramsey Green, New Orleans' Chief of Infrastructure, about how he's re-defining the way cities respond to extreme weather.

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Amanpour: Paul Krugman, Julie Delpy and Dave Grohl

Thu, 14 Oct 2021 20:12:54 -0000

With supply chain issues plaguing the global economy, Nobel Prize-winning economist Paul Krugman joins Christiane Amanpour asses Biden's plan of action. 60 years ago today, the "architect of the Holocaust" Adolf Eichmann stood trial in Israel . CNN Legal Analyst and former federal and state prosecutor Eli Honig's grandparents lived through this dark period of history; he sits down with his family and key players in the trial to discuss the quest for justice and the threat anti-Semitism and ethnic hatred still pose today. Then actress, writer and director Julie Delpy talks about her new series "On The Verge" and why it's important to show messy women. And our Hari Sreenivasan speaks to Foo Fighters founder and frontman Dave Grohl about his days touring with Nirvana, grieving the loss of his friend and bandmate Kurt Cobain and finding rhythm in unusual places.

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Amanpour: Fawzia Koofi, Mary-Ellen McGroarty, Kimberlé Crenshaw and Stanley McChrystal

Thu, 14 Oct 2021 10:17:00 -0000

Afghanistan is headed towards a full-blown humanitarian and economic crisis, with its health system on the brink of collapse. Christiane Amanpour is joined by Fawzia Koofi, a former Afghan politician who was part of the negotiating team with the Taliban, and Mary-Ellen McGroarty, the World Food Programme’s director for Afghanistan. Then, Kimberlé Crenshaw is world-renowned for her work on the intersection between sexism and racism. She discusses the true meaning of "intersectionality" and what R Kelly's recent conviction means for society. And finally, Walter Isaacson speaks to former four-star general Stanley McChrystal, who’s drawn on his experience as commander of the American and coalition forces in Afghanistan in his new book "Risk: A User's Guide."

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Amanpour: Dr Ugur Sahin, Dr Özlem Türeci, Beanie Feldstein and Ron and Clint Howard

Wed, 13 Oct 2021 15:18:34 -0000

Doctors Ugur Sahin and Özlem Türeci changed the course of history when their company BioNTech, alongside Pfizer, developed the first clinically approved Covid-19 vaccine. Their work has saved countless lives, and now they're working to save more by turning their focus to booster shots and other deadly diseases like malaria and tuberculosis. They join Christiane to discuss their work, and their fascinating personal stories. Then, actress Beanie Feldstein reflects on the challenges of playing Monica Lewinsky in Impeachment: 'American Crime Story', the latest dramatized version of the story that grabbed global headlines, and led to the impeachment of then-president Bill Clinton. And Walter Isaacson talks to two Hollywood brothers who made their names in some of America's best loved family classics. Both boasting successful individual careers on screen, Ron and Clint Howard celebrate the joys of brotherhood in their new joint memoir "The Boys.”

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Amanpour: Michel Barnier, Mette Frederiksen and Terence Blanchard

Tue, 12 Oct 2021 19:13:00 -0000

Tension in Poland is climbing to boiling point over European Union membership and the UK’s food industry supply chains are in in chaos weighed down under severe labour shortages. Christiane Amanpour is joined by the EU’s former chief negotiator, and now French presidential candidate, Michel Barnier. Then, in just three weeks world leaders will meet in Glasgow for the COP26 climate conference, where they'll reckon with a dispiriting report from the United Nations showing that the world is warming faster than scientists previously thought. Christiane speaks to Danish Prime Minister Mette Frederiksen during her state visit to India where she’s been highlighting the urgency of tackling climate change while maintaining economic growth. And finally, in its 138 year history, the Metropolitan Opera has never hosted a performance by a black composer, until now. Walter Isaacson speaks to six-time Grammy award winning musician and composer, Terence Blanchard about his new work "Fire Shut Up in My Bones."

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Amanpour: Keith Ellison, Rana Foroohar, Eric Klinenberg, Dave Eggers

Fri, 08 Oct 2021 19:43:56 -0000

Be it police violence, racism, voting rights and climate change, Minnesota Attorney General Keith Ellison’s career puts him at the heart of so many issues we’re grappling with. Now, he is taking big oil to court because 'we can't expect them to grow a conscience.’ He joins Bianna Golodryga to discuss. Then, CNN Global Economist Analyst Rana Foroohar outlines her analysis of the U.S. September jobs report. Sociologist Eric Klinenberg talks about the impact covid has had on American society and how we can regain our humanity. And amid a troubling week for Facebook, raising questions about social responsibility in the age of social media and big tech, best-selling author Dave Eggers speaks with our Walter Isaacson about the release of his new book “The Every”. This sequel to “The Circle” imagines a social media and e-commerce monopoly and touches on the perils of corporate power.

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Amanpour: Dr. Sanjay Gupta, Michael McCaul, Elizabeth Chai Vasarhelyi, Jimmy Chin, Chris Cassidy

Thu, 07 Oct 2021 19:18:46 -0000

The world’s first malaria vaccine marks a historic move in global healthcare. The marvels of modern science and our battle against diseases such as Covid continues to wreak havoc. Dr Sanjay Gupta is out with a new book, “World War C” about lessons learned and how to prepare for the next pandemic. Rep. Michael McCaul is the ranking Republican on the House Foreign Affairs committee. In his talk with Bianna Golodryga, he calls for a bipartisan response to possible war crimes in Ethiopia. Then to the depths of Northern Thailand where back in 2018, 12 schoolboys and their soccer coach were trapped in a flooded cave. Our Hari Sreenivasan speaks with Academy Award-Winning co-directors Elizabeth Chai Vasarhelyi and Jimmy Chin about their documentary “The Rescue” that showcases unseen footage. Retired NASA astronaut, Chris Cassidy talks about his final space flight featured in Disney+ new series "Among The Stars".

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Title: Amanpour: Nima Elbagir, J. Peter Pham, Andrea Elliott and Jennifer Rubin

Wed, 06 Oct 2021 19:13:54 -0000

An exclusive CNN investigation has revealed that the Ethiopian government used flagship airlines to transport weapons during war with Tigray. Correspondent Nima Elbagir unpacks her gripping reporting from the region. Former U.S Envoy for the Sahel Region, J. Peter Pham, speaks with Bianna Golodryga about how the international community bears a great deal of responsibility for propping up Ethiopia's Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed. Then, following a decade long understanding into the lived experience of a homeless child named Dasani, journalist Andrea Elliott talks about her new book, “Invisible Child,” as this young American navigated family trauma and a system stacked against her. And our Michel Martin talks with Washington Post columnist, Jennifer Rubin about her new book, “Resistance: How women saved democracy from Donald Trump” where she explains how female voters, activists and politicians have mobilized in their fight for democracy.

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Title: Amanpour: Fiona Hill, Kim Carr, Sheena Greitens and Ryan Hampton

Tue, 05 Oct 2021 19:18:46 -0000

Former Russia adviser to Trump and author of "There Is Nothing For You Here," Fiona Hill, joins Bianna Golodryga to discuss the implications on America if Trump were to be re-elected. Following one of the largest oil spills in recent history, Mayor of Huntington Beach, California, Kim Carr expresses holding Amplify Energy accountable for the devastation. Then turning to China, national security expert, Sheena Greitens talks about the aggressive incursions near Taiwan to help train their air force, while wearing down Taiwan's defenses. And Ryan Hamptons talks with our Hari Sreenivasan about his new book, “Unsettled.” In it he reflects on his first-hand experience with the deadly cost of the highly addictive drug Oxycontin and his involvement in the case against Purdue Pharma for their part in the opioid crisis.

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Amanpour: Gerard Ryle, Sheera Frenkel, Jonathan Franzen and Kate Bowler

Tue, 05 Oct 2021 12:51:48 -0000

With the Pandora Papers unmasking the parallel financial universe used by the rich and powerful, ICTJ’s Gerard Ryle speaks to Bianna Golodryga about leading the global team of journalists behind the data leak. Sheera Frenkel, co-author of "An Ugly Truth," reacts to a former Facebook employee's claims that the company prioritizes making money over users' safety. Then, author Jonathan Franzen discusses his new novel "Crossroads", that grapples with religion and his public persona. And our Michel Martin shares an emotional conversation with Professor Kate Bowler, who was diagnosed with stage four cancer at age 35, about her new book “No Cure for Being Human,” in which she confronts what she calls the absurdity of the self-help industry and encourages us to find comfort instead in our limitations.

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Amanpour: Heidi Heitkamp, Faiz Shakir, Yogita Bhayana, Jamie Klingler, David Chase and Kareem Abdul-Jabbar

Fri, 01 Oct 2021 19:29:36 -0000

Former U.S. Democratic Senator Heidi Heitkamp and Faiz Shakir, former Campaign Manager for Bernie Sanders 2020, join Bianna Golodryga to discuss the two high stakes bills making their way through Congress and what they mean for Americans. As the world's attention focuses once again on violence against women, Yogita Bhayana, Women's and Children's Rights Activist, and Jamie Klingler, Co-founder of Reclaim These Streets, talk about the heightened calls for racial and social justice. David Chase, Co-writer of "The Many Saints of Newark", discusses his new prequel to the hit show "The Sopranos" and what lies in store for fans. Michel Martin speaks with NBA Hall of Fame legend Kareen Abdul-Jabbar about why he thinks high profile sports players need to set an example and get the covid vaccine.

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Amanpour: Margaritis Schinas, Ed Yong, Max Chafkin and Laurie Nunn

Thu, 30 Sep 2021 18:50:07 -0000

With tensions increasing over migrants on the Polish-Belarussian border, Bianna Golodryga talks with Margaritis Schinas, European Commission Vice-President, as the EU says it's suspending visas for Belarusian officials. While the number of projected covid deaths in the U.S is dropping, Ed Yong, Staff Writer at The Atlantic, warns that we're 'already barreling towards the next pandemic'. Hari Sreenivasan talks with Max Chafkin about detailing the life of one of Silicon Valley's most influential investors in his book "The Contrarian: Peter Thiel and Silicon Valley's Pursuit of Power".

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Amanpour: Stephen Breyer, Colson Whitehead and Bob Woodward

Wed, 29 Sep 2021 19:28:20 -0000

Days ahead of the U.S. Supreme Court's new term, Christiane Amanpour speaks with Justice Stephen Breyer, one of the nine justices sitting on America's highest court, about the cases on the docket and whether he plans to retire during President Biden's administration. Pulitzer Prize-winning author Colson Whitehead discusses his latest book "Harlem Shuffle" and the emotional impact of writing. Walter Isaacson talks with the award winning investigative journalist Bob Woodward about his bombshell new book "Peril", co-written with Robert Costa.

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Amanpour: Anita Hill, Richard Kohn, Rais Bhuiyan and Vladimir Yavachev

Tue, 28 Sep 2021 19:50:03 -0000

As singer R Kelly awaits sentencing after being found guilty in his sexual misconduct trial, Christiane Amanpour talks to Anita Hill about her lifelong quest to tackle gender violence and her new book, "Believing". Richard Kohn, military historian and Professor Emeritus at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, discusses the Senate hearing on the withdrawal of U.S. troops from Afghanistan. Michel Martin talks with Rais Bhuiyan about his extraordinary story of survival and forgiveness after being shot at point blank range in the days after 9/11. Vladimir Yavachev, the nephew of the late artist Christo, discusses their installation at the Arc de Triomphe in Paris.

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Amanpour: Dr. Rochelle Walensky, Anna Sauerbrey, Anne Applebaum and Jane Mayer

Mon, 27 Sep 2021 18:59:33 -0000

Dr Rochelle Walensky, Director of the Centers of Disease Control and Prevention, talks to Walter Isaacson about booster shots and how she hopes to convince 70 million Americans to finally get vaccinated. Anna Sauerbrey, a journalist at Der Tagesspiegel, and Anne Applebaum, the Pulitzer prize-winning historian, talk to Amanpour about the close election result in Germany and what happens now. The New Yorker's Jane Mayer digs into dark money and the role it plays in congress, especially when it comes to the climate.

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Amanpour: Donna Shalala, Betsey Stevenson, Kathryn Sherman and Mary Roach

Sat, 25 Sep 2021 18:31:00 -0000

Economist Betsey Stevenson and former Rep. Donna Shalala say the Senate needs a cardiologist on hand, for the stress they're causing the U.S. economy. They join Bianna Golodryga to discuss how congress is playing a dangerous game with the debt ceiling. Then Chief China correspondent for the Wall Street Journal Lingling Wei explains how President Xi Jinping is dramatically steering China away from capitalism. Turning to coronavirus, our Hari Sreenivasan speaks to critical care nurse Kathryn Sherman about working on the front lines of the pandemic and treating the sickest patients. And finally, author Mary Roach talks about her new book "Fuzz: When Nature Breaks the Law", and the impact of humans colliding with the natural world.

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Amanpour: Linda Thomas-Greenfield, Sheikh Mohammed bin Abdulrahm and Ian Cameronan Al-Thani,

Fri, 24 Sep 2021 18:59:35 -0000

As UNGA is in full swing, Linda Thomas-Greenfield joins Christiane Amanpour to explain that the U.S. is building better relations with its allies, despite some recent "expressions of disappointment". She reflects on what she calls recent "bumps in the road". Then Qatari Foreign Minister Sheikh Mohammed bin Abdulrahman Al-Thani argues that nothing in Islam prevents girls schooling and therefore the treatment of women in Afghanistan is unacceptable. And our Hari Sreenivasan speaks to former U.S. Marine Corps infantry officer Ian Cameron, who oversaw airstrikes that killed more than 300 Taliban fighters, about the lessons to be learned from America’s failed war in Afghanistan.

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Amanpour: Anthony Gardner, Victor Gao, Bridget Cambria and Lee McIntyre

Thu, 23 Sep 2021 18:50:47 -0000

Former U.S. Ambassador to the EU Anthony Gardner and Chinese expert Victor Gao join Christiane Amanpour to reflect on the fallout from the AUKUS pact and implications for US/China relations. Then Bridget Cambria, immigration lawyer and Executive Director of Aldea - The People's Justice Centre, discusses the Haitian migrants attempting to reach the U.S. and the systemic issues with America's immigration system. And our Michel Martin speaks to Lee McIntyre, author of "How to Talk to a Science Denier," about how conspiracies have gained a dangerous foothold in society and how best to combat them.

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Amanpour: Ursula von der Leyen, Filippo Grandi, Justin Chon and Yola

Wed, 22 Sep 2021 20:40:17 -0000

European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen joins Christiane Amanpour in an exclusive interview to talk about the AUKUS deal. She says a lot of questions have to be answered and the current treatment of France is “not acceptable”. Then UN High Commissioner for Refugees Filippo Grandi discusses the humanitarian crisis in Afghanistan and the need for stability in the country. Turning to a moving portrayal of the Asian-American experience, our Hari Sreenivasan speak to former Twilight actor Justin Chon about his new movie “Blue Bayou” in which he directs and stars as a Korean born U.S. adoptee who faces deportation from the only country he’s ever called home. And finally, singer/songwriter and four-time Grammy nominee Yola talks about making music in an industry that, she says, too often subverts black female autonomy.

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Amanpour: Rajiv Shah, Evan Osnos and Bill Nelson

Wed, 22 Sep 2021 19:16:03 -0000

President of the Rockefeller Foundation Dr. Rajiv Shah joins Bianna Golodryga to discuss his ambitious proposal to challenge global inequity. Then Journalist and biographer Evan Osnos speaks about his new book, “Wildland: The Making of America's Fury”, and how President Biden's foreign policy has taken shape in his first nine months in office. And our Walter Isaacson talks to NASA Administrator and former Senator Bill Nelson about SpaceX's groundbreaking all-civilian mission to orbit space.

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Amanpour: Angela Povilaitis, Georgia Wells, Tristan Harris, Leopoldo López and

Fri, 17 Sep 2021 20:46:59 -0000

Angela Povilaitis was the lead prosecutor of Larry Nassar, she speaks exclusively to Bianna Golodryga about the U.S. gymnasts' brave testimony and the institutional failings that permitted Nassar's abuse. Then reporter Georgia Wells and Tristan Harris, co-founder of Humane Tech and subject of "The Social Dilemma", discuss The Wall Street Journal report on Facebook's knowledge of its harmful impact on teen girls. Turning to Venezuela, opposition activist Leopoldo López, who's featured in the new documentary "A La Calle", says the erosion of democracy is a global problem demanding the attention of the United States. And our Walter Isaacson speaks to George Will, Pulitzer Prize-winning columnist at the Washington Post, about vaccine mandates, the GOP and his new book "American Happiness and Discontents" which reflects on American culture and the many attacks on expertise and rationality.

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Amanpour: Dr. Hans Kluge, Mike Davis, Margarita Campuzano and Steve Schmidt

Thu, 16 Sep 2021 08:47:32 -0000

Dr. Hans Kluge, the World Health Organization's Regional Director for Europe, joins Christiane Amanpour to talk about vaccine inequity and the case for booster shots. Mike Davis, CEO of Global Witness, and Margarita Campuzano, climate activist and Communications Director at Centro Mexicano de Derecho Ambiental, discuss why 2020 was the deadliest year for environmental activists worldwide. And The Lincoln Project’s Steve Schmidt speaks out on the collective GOP pushback on COVID-19 mandates and the contentious state of U.S. politics with our Michel Martin.

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Amanpour: Ken Burns, John McEnroe and Dave Zirin

Tue, 14 Sep 2021 19:16:35 -0000

Christiane Amanpour talks to director Ken Burns about his new documentary series "Muhammad Ali" on the legendary boxer, what he found so compelling about him, and sportsmanship today. John McEnroe, 7-time tennis Grand Slam champion, discusses the whirlwind success of British tennis star Emma Raducanu and the role mental health plays in the game. Hari Sreenivasan talks to Dave Zirin, author of "The Kaepernick Effect", about the waves footballer Colin Kaepernick made in the sporting world when he took at knee in 2016.

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Amanpour: Dr. Jeanne Marrazzo, Tara Haelle, Morgan Freeman, Frankie Faison, Kenneth Chamberlain Jr. and Matt Pottinger

Mon, 13 Sep 2021 19:10:16 -0000

Christiane Amanpour talks with Dr. Jeanne Marrazzo, Professor of Infectious Diseases at the University of Alabama, and science journalist Tara Haelle about anti-vaxxers, the influence they hold and how they prey on credible health fears. Academy award-winning actor Morgan Freeman joins actor Frankie Faison and Kenneth Chamberlain Jr. to talk about their new film, "The Killing of Kenneth Chamberlain" and the true story it's based on. Walter Isaacson talks with Matt Pottinger, former U.S. deputy national security adviser and China program chairman at the Hoover Institution at Stanford University, about Afghanistan, Asia and why he resigned from the White House after the January 6th attack on the capitol.

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Amanpour: Roya Rahmani, Lawrence Wilkerson and Joseph Pfeifer

Fri, 10 Sep 2021 19:25:42 -0000

20 years after the 9/11 attacks, Christiane Amanpour speaks with Roya Rahmani, the former Afghan ambassador to the U.S., about what it means to have the Taliban in charge again two decades later. Then, reflecting on her reporting at the time, Christiane talks about the attacks and how we got to where we are. Lawrence Wilkerson, the former Chief of Staff to Secretary of State Colin Powell, discusses America's place in the world today. Hari Sreenivasan talks to Joseph Pfeifer, a retired New York fire department chief, about his extraordinary personal story of that day.

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Amanpour: Anand Gopal, Daniel Bogado, Spencer Ackerman and Sandra Cisneros

Thu, 09 Sep 2021 18:51:14 -0000

Bianna Golodryga talks to Anand Gopal, contributor at The New Yorker, about his reporting on the lives of rural Afghan women suffering through decades of civil war and foreign occupation. Daniel Bogado, director of '9/11: One Day in America', talks about giving voice to the people who survived the attack on the World Trade Centre and the process of making his documentary. Hari Sreenivasan talks to Spencer Ackerman, a national security reporter and author of 'Reign on Terror', about the consequences of the war on terror, and how it produced President Trump. Author Sandra Cisneros discusses her new novella, 'Martita, I Remember You', and why it's so important to know who you are.

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Amanpour: Chris Murphy, Kori Schake, Ali Soufan and Nick Mohammed

Wed, 08 Sep 2021 19:42:20 -0000

As the Taliban's hardline caretaker government takes shape, Christiane Amanpour talks to U.S. Democratic Senator Chris Murphy about America's role in the crisis. Kori Schake, the Director of Foreign and Defense Policy Studies at the American Enterprise Institute, discusses her time in the Bush administration and where American foreign policy goes from here. Ali Soufan, former FBI special agent and author of "Anatomy of Terror", tells Michel Martin that the terrorism threat is entering a more dangerous phase. Actor Nick Mohammed from "Ted Lasso" talks about why the show has become such a hit and what his character has in store.

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Amanpour: Jerry Brown, Desmond Shum and Dahlia Lithwick

Tue, 07 Sep 2021 22:33:40 -0000

Former California Governor Jerry Brown joins Christiane Amanpour to discuss what it will take for countries to act on climate as well as the recall vote facing his successor Governor Newsom in California. Then “Red Roulette" author Desmond Shum explains why he believes his new book about corruption in China led to the mysterious reappearance of his ex-wife after she vanished four years ago. And our Michel Martin speaks to Dahlia Lithwick, senior editor and legal correspondent at the Slate, about the Texas law prohibiting most abortions after six weeks, something she calls a “unconstitutional and brutal piece of lawless vigilantism.”

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Amanpour: Carol Moseley Braun, Shkula Zadran, Peter Baker, Susan Glasser and Kai-Fu Lee

Tue, 07 Sep 2021 18:40:00 -0000

As the Taliban crack down on women protesting in Kabul and new shocking segregation measures are installed in Afghan universities, Shkula Zadran, who was Afghan Youth Representative to the United Nations in 2020, joins Christiane Amanpour to explain why she refuses to be silent despite the grave risks. Turning to the United States, Carol Moseley Braun, the first African American woman elected to the Senate, assesses Texas' new restrictive abortion law and what it means for the erosion of women's rights in the country. Then journalists Peter Baker and Susan Glasser reflect on the impact of Afghanistan on Biden’s presidency and their recent biography of James Baker. And our Hari Sreenivasan speaks to tech expert and best-selling author Kai-Fu Lee about his new collection of short stories “AI 2041” in which he imagines how artificial intelligence will impact the way we live and work in the future.

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Amanpour: Aimen Dean, Michael Keaton, Kenneth Feinberg, Max Borenstein, Kent Babb and Nick Foster

Mon, 06 Sep 2021 20:27:23 -0000

With the Taliban and ISIS K taking hold in Afghanistan, former jihadist and MI6 spy inside al Qaeda Aimen Dean joins Christiane Amanpour and explains that the Kabul attack may inspire others and extremist groups may now come out of their sleeper cell mode. Then Michael Keaton, screenwriter Max Borenstein and attorney Ken Feinberg discuss their new film "Worth" that captures the work of the 9/11 victim compensation fund. Returning to Afghanistan, Syrian filmmaker and activist Hassan Akkad who sought asylum in the UK in 2015 gives an insight into what it’s like to be uprooted from your home, something he details in his new book “Hope Not Fear.” Washington Post sports journalist Kent Babb follows a high school football season in his new book, "Across the River." Our Walter Isaacson speaks to him alongside football coach Nick Foster about keeping young students out of the line of fire in Louisiana where homicide rates were the highest in the country in 2019.

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Amanpour: Shefali Luthra, Craig Whitlock General David Petraeus and Ady Barkan

Mon, 06 Sep 2021 18:11:58 -0000

Journalist Shefali Luthra from The 19th News joins Bianna Golodryga to break down one of the strictest abortion laws in the country just introduced in Texas and how it will hit the most vulnerable the hardest. Turning to Afghanistan, Whitlock sued to access confidential documents for "The Afghanistan Files." He explains that the war would have ended sooner if leaders told the truth earlier. Then our Walter Isaacson speaks to retired General David Petraeus who led troops in Iraq during the 2003 war and also led coalition forces in Afghanistan. He discusses this longest of wars coming to an end in such a chaotic fashion, what constitutes good strategic leadership and wartime lessons that can be applied to fighting the pandemic. And finally, after being diagnosed with ALS, Ady Barkan threw himself into the fight for healthcare justice, as shown in the new film "Not Going Quietly". Barkan speaks with about his extraordinary activism and love for his family.

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Amanpour: Sarah Chayes, Maleeha Lodhi, Larry Brilliant and Elliot Ackerman

Fri, 03 Sep 2021 18:48:00 -0000

Former journalist and U.S. military advisor Sarah Chayes joins Christiane Amanpour to discuss the ties that bind U.S. and Afghan societies. Former Pakistani ambassador to the U.S. and the UN Maleeha Lodhi says Pakistan would like to see the international community engage with the Taliban in Afghanistan. Then turning to the coronavirus pandemic, top epidemiologist Larry Brilliant discusses the potential for the Delta variant spread among children as many more schools are set to open in America. And then former marine and best-selling author Elliot Ackerman, who helped hundreds of Afghans escape in the last few weeks, talks about U.S. foreign policy going forward and Biden's legacy.

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Amanpour: Ashley Jackson, Robert Grenier, Annalena Baerbock, and Michelle Singletary

Wed, 01 Sep 2021 22:20:00 -0000

As the last U.S. evacuation flight leaves Afghanistan, Taliban expert Ashley Jackson and former CIA official Robert Grenier tell Christiane Amanpour that Western countries can't cut off the Taliban at the expense of innocent Afghans. Annalena Baerbock, the Green Party candidate for German Chancellor, explains why "it's important" Germany gets up to 50,000 more people out of Afghanistan. Then our Michel Martin speaks to personal finance columnist at The Washington Post, Michelle Singletary, about the hidden costs of refusing a COVID-19 vaccine.

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Amanpour: Chokwe Antar Lumumba, Mike Rogers, Mark Hetfield, Ahmad Sarmast and Zarifa Adiba

Mon, 30 Aug 2021 19:54:53 -0000

Bianna Golodryga talks to Mayor Chokwe Antar Lumumba of Jackson, Mississippi, who is bracing his city as hurricane Ida continues to charge across the country as a tropical storm. As the chaos in Afghanistan continues, Mike Rogers, the former chair of the House Select Committee on Intelligence, discusses what happens now as the August 31 deadline looms. Mark Hetfield, President and CEO of HIAS Refugee Agency, talks about what lies ahead for those who have been evacuated from Kabul. Ahmad Sarmast, the founder of the Afghanistan National Institute of Music, and Zarifa Adiba, the conductor of the Zohra Orchestra, discuss the importance of music is for their country - and how it could be taken away by the Taliban again.

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Amanpour: Saad Mohseni, David Miliband, Barry Jenkins and Nanfu Wang

Thu, 19 Aug 2021 18:40:20 -0000

As Afghanistan still reels from the Taliban’s seizure of the country, Afghan media mogul Saad Mohseni reflects on President Ashraf Ghani's quick departure that triggered the collapse of the political system as we know it. The head of the International Rescue Committee also weighs in, arguing that we can't allow a military withdrawal to become the excuse for a humanitarian withdrawal from Afghanistan. Then writer and director Barry Jenkins talks about making his Emmy-nominated series "The Underground Railroad" and the importance of having therapists on set. And turning to the pandemic, Nanfu Wang, director of “In the Same Breath” reflects on how it all began, from China to the United States.

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Amanpour: Mark Esper, Malala Yousafzai and Billie Jean King

Wed, 18 Aug 2021 13:25:30 -0000

As shocking scenes emerge of Afghan’s clinging to the sides planes from Kabul’s main airport and U.S. President Biden doubles down on his decision to withdraw troops from the country, former U.S. Secretary of Defense Mark Esper joins Christiane Amanpour to react to the Taliban takeover and the decisions made by his former boss President Trump. We also speak to the Pakistani women’s rights activist who was shot in the head by the Taliban in 2012, all for speaking up for girls’ education; Malala Yousafzai gives her take on what this takeover will mean for women and girls in Afghanistan. Then turning to an extraordinary career on and off the court, tennis legend and veteran social activist, Billie Jean King looks reflects on her tireless fight for equality.

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Amanpour: Suhail Shaheen, Fawzia Koofi, Chuck Hagel and Tom Tugendhat

Mon, 16 Aug 2021 22:57:04 -0000

As the international community watches in shock as the Taliban takes control of Afghanistan at lightening speed and people frantically try escape the country, we take a look at what this means for the country and their political future. First, Taliban Spokesperson Suhail Shaheen joins Christiane Amanpour to answer questions about what will happen to the Afghan people now they’re in control. Then former Afghan lawmaker Fawzia Koofi speaks from the ground about the fear spreading amongst ordinary citizens and the reality that awaits women and girls. While former Defense Secretary Chuck Hagel says he supports the decision to withdraw, he explains that the White House underestimated the Afghan government's weakness. And British MP Tom Tugendhat, an Afghan veteran, argues the sudden withdrawal throws fuel on the fire of Afghanistan's 40-year war.

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Amanpour: Barnett Rubin, Ahmed Rashid, Heidi Heitkamp, Lucy Walker and Preet Bharara

Fri, 13 Aug 2021 12:40:44 -0000

The Taliban has now taken control of Herat, Afghanistan’s third-largest city. To assess the latest, Bianna speaks with Barnett Rubin, who has advised the U.S. government on Afghanistan, and Ahmed Rashid, a longtime expert on the Taliban. This week a bipartisan group pushed a trillion-dollar bill through the Senate; hot on its heels was an additional $3.5 trillion budget blueprint. To dig into what these bills would mean for the American people – and whether they’ll pass at all – Bianna speaks with former Democratic Senator Heidi Heitkamp. California is battling its second-largest wildfire ever. Exhausted and traumatized firefighters are trying to stop the blazes that are devastating the land and destroying homes. Oscar-nominated director Lucy Walker experienced such scenes firsthand when she embedded with a group of firefighters during the megafires of 2018, a story depicted in her new documentary, "Bring Your Own Brigade." Former U.S. Attorney Preet Bharara joins Walter Isaacson to discuss the revelations and to share his reaction to Gov. Cuomo’s resignation.

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Amanpour: Dr. Anthony Fauci, Legendary Norman Lear, Ben Jealous and Andrew Sullivan

Wed, 11 Aug 2021 20:49:52 -0000

The topic of vaccination has become a hot political issue. We speak to Dr. Anthony Fauci, Chief Medical Adviser to the U.S. President on how concern we should be as covid cases soar through Florida and Louisiana. Christiane Amanpour also speaks with a legendary TV producer, Norman Lear, and his work as a social activist. He appears alongside Ben Jealous who is President of the Lear’s Organization to discuss their work. Author Andrew Sullivan is one of today’s most provocative social and political commentators. He joins the show to discuss his new book, “Out On a Limb: Selected Writing.”

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Amanpour: Andrea Stewart-Cousins, Anders Fogh Rasmussen, Husain Haqqani, Cecily Strong and Louis Menand

Tue, 10 Aug 2021 18:59:39 -0000

Andrew Cuomo resigns as New York governor. What’s next? Christiane speaks to New York State Senate Majority Leader, Andrea Stewart-Cousins. American is almost out of Afghanistan but the Taliban is moving in with rapid speed, seizing its seventh provincial capital in five days. We speak to former NATO Secretary-General Anders Fogh Rasmussen and former Pakistani Ambassador to the U.N Husain Haqqani. What is the true meaning of freedom and how its core values lie deeply within American culture today. Our PBS guest, Louis Menand on his new book, “The Free World.” Finally, veteran SNL comedic host, Cecily Strong on her new memoir, “This Will All Be Over Soon,” reflect on losing her cousin to brain cancer and her own isolation during the pandemic.

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Amanpour: Alok Sharma, Kate Orff, Cal Newport and Van Jones

Mon, 09 Aug 2021 19:24:14 -0000

Global warming is happening faster than we previously thought. The extreme weather conditions have been intensifying over the years as fatal floods occur in Germany and China, wildfire rages in California, and apocalyptic scenes of Greece with thousands forced to flee the burning infernos. Alok Sharma, the British government’s climate chief discusses the urgency of battling climate change. With sea levels rising fast, we speak to Katie Orff, a landscape architect on the desperate need to, “hit the reset button if we want nature to come back.” Also, how many emails have you received today? We speak to author Cal Newport on his new book, “A World Without E-mail.” Finally, Prince drops a new album, ‘Welcome 2 America.’ Christiane speaks with Van Jones who worked at the White House during the Obama administration and later became a close friend and adviser to Prince.

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Amanpour: Dr. Karl Lauterbach, Dr. Larry Brilliant, Laura Coates, Peter Bergen and Lachlan Morton

Fri, 06 Aug 2021 18:58:39 -0000

Dr. Karl Lauterbach, German Parliament Member, and Dr. Larry Brilliant, founder and CEO of Pandefense Advisory, join Bianna Golodryga to discuss the science and ethics behind some countries' plans to offer booster shots before millions around the world have even received their first vaccine. Former federal prosecutor Laura Coates digs into the new criminal complaint against New York governor Andrew Cuomo. Peter Bergen, author of "The Rise and Fall of Osama bin Laden", discusses his rare access to the al Qaeda leader. Lachlan Morton, cyclist with UCI WorldTeam EF Education-Nippo, talks to Hari Sreenivasan about riding 200 miles a day to beat the Tour de France by five days this summer.

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Amanpour: Alexander Vindman, James Brainard and Adam Hampshire

Thu, 05 Aug 2021 18:36:25 -0000

Retired Lieutenant Colonel Alexander Vindman joins Bianna Golodryga to discuss his new book "Here, Right Matters: An American Story" about his experience testifying before Congress in 2019 about the phone call between President Trump and the Ukrainian leader Volodymyr Zelensky. Mayor James Brainard of Carmel, Indiana, talks about how he got his city to an 80% vaccination rate in a state falling behind the rest of the country. Hari Sreenivasan talks to Dr. Adam Hampshire about his latest research which draws a line between covid and decreased cognitive abilities.

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Amanpour: Georges Kettaneh, Robin Wright, Doris Kearns Goodwin, Julia Sweig and John Bel Edwards

Thu, 05 Aug 2021 11:48:22 -0000

On the one year anniversary of the deadly port explosion in Beirut, Christiane Amanpour looks back at it's devastating impact with Georges Kettaneh, the Secretary General of the Lebanese Red Cross. On the eve of the inauguration of Iran's President-elect Raisi, journalist and author Robin Wright discusses the future of U.S.-Iran relations and the possibility of reviving the nuclear deal. Presidential historian Doris Kearns Goodwin and Julia Sweig, author of "Lady Bird Johnson: Hiding in Plain Sight", talk about LBJ's secret weapon...his wife. As Louisiana battles it's worst covid surge to date, our Walter Isaacson talks to Governor John Bel Edwards about his plan to tackle the crisis.

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Amanpour: Gavin Newsom, Elif Shafak and Robin DiAngelo

Tue, 03 Aug 2021 22:46:00 -0000

California Governor Gavin Newsom joins Christiane Amanpour to discuss his political future as he stares down a possible recall. He also blasts pundits who he accuses of sowing doubt about vaccines as his state battles growing COVID-19 cases and hospitalizations. Then Turkish-British author Elif Shafak talks about her new book, “The Island of Missing Trees,” which explores the destruction of the natural world against the backdrop of love and war in Cyprus and London. Correspondent Frederik Pleitgen reflects on Iran's Supreme Leader Ebrahim Raisi and what it means for the nation’s relationship with the West. And our Michel Martin speaks to author Robin DiAngelo about her new book, "Nice Racism".

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Amanpour: Nathalie Loiseau, Ezra Klein, Michael Osterholm and Selina Wang

Tue, 03 Aug 2021 12:34:35 -0000

Nathalie Loiseau, French Member of European Parliament, joins Christiane Amanpour to discuss President Macron's tough new covid health pass. Then Ezra Klein, opinion columnist for The New York Times and host of "The Ezra Klein Show", talks about the challenges of getting all eligible Americans vaccinated. Our Walter Isaacson speaks to Michael Osterholm, Director at the Center for Infectious Disease Research & Policy at the University of Minnesota, about the science behind the Delta variant and what the U.S. can learn from other countries' responses. And finally, CNN's Selina Wang reflects on Simone Biles' return to competition and whether the success of Japanese athletes is softening resistance to the Games.

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Amanpour: Dr. Reed Tuckson, Saad Mohseni, Roy Weathers, John Miller and Rodrigo Garcia

Mon, 02 Aug 2021 15:25:00 -0000

Dr. Reed Tuckson, founder of Black Coalition Against Covid, joins Bianna Golodryga to discuss covid-19 and vaccinations in the black community. Turning to Afghanistan, Saad Mohseni, CEO Of Afghanistan's largest media conglomerate Moby Media Group, explains that the Taliban now faces a different country to the one they left behind. Back in October over 100 CEOS came together to form CEO Action for Racial Equity; our Hari Sreenivasan speaks to the man in charge of that initiative, Roy Weathers, and Denny's CEO John Miller about why they’re taking a stand on racial justice. And finally, Rodrigo Garcia talks about his new book "A Farewell to Gabo and Mercedes" which details the last days of his mother Mercedes Barcha and novelist father Gabriel García Márquez.

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Amanpour: Svetlana Tsikhanouskaya, Alexey Kovalev, Colleen Hacker, Dr. Michelle Fiscus, Dr. Jason B. Martin

Mon, 02 Aug 2021 12:22:56 -0000

Belarusian opposition leader Svetlana Tsikhanouskaya tells Bianna Golodryga about her meeting with U.S. President Joe Biden. Alexey Kovalev, Investigations editor at Medusa, discusses Putin's crackdown on Russian media in the run up to the parliamentary election. Veteran U.S. Olympic mental skills coach Dr. Colleen Hacker discusses the psychological aspect of athletics and the heroism of gymnast Simone Biles. in Tennessee, only 39% are inoculated, two Tennessean doctors, Dr. Michelle Fiscus and Dr. Jason B. Martin, join our Hari Sreenivasan to discuss.

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Amanpour: Carlos Fernández de Cossío, James Thornton and Chesa Boudin

Thu, 29 Jul 2021 18:55:14 -0000

Director General for U.S. Affairs at the Cuban Foreign Ministry Carlos Fernández de Cossío denies reports of arbitrary detentions after mass protests in his country and instead cast blame on America's "campaign of misinformation." Then James Thornton, CEO of ClientEarth, tells Christiane Amanpour about his work to defend the natural world in the courtroom. And our Michel Martin speaks to San Francisco District Attorney Chesa Boudin about a rise in violent crime, how the jailing of his parents informed his views on criminal justice and why he faces a recall effort to remove him from office.

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Amanpour: Tom Kean, Amna Guellali, Aly Raisman and Russell Moore

Wed, 28 Jul 2021 22:20:00 -0000

As the first hearing of the special House committee's investigation into the January 6 insurrection gets underway, former Chairman of the 9/11 Commission Thomas Kean joins Christiane Amanpour to react. After Tunisian President Kais Saied sacked the Prime Minister and suspended parliament but continues to deny staging a coup, Amnesty International's Amna Guellali gives her assessment on whether this is the end of democracy in the country. Turning to the Tokyo Olympic Games 2020, six-time Olympic medalist Aly Raisman reacts to former teammate Simone Biles pulling out of the Team Gymnastics event at the Tokyo Olympics. Then our Michel Martin speaks to theologian Russell Moore, one of the best-known names in Evangelical Christianity, about how troubling issues in the Church forced him to walk about from his leadership position in the Southern Baptist Convention earlier this year.

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Amanpour: Dr. Matshidiso Moeti, Jeremy Farrar, Robin Rue Simmons, Robert Beckford, Sheera Frenkel and Cecilia Kang

Mon, 26 Jul 2021 20:11:36 -0000

As the pandemic continues, The World Health Organization's Africa director Dr. Matshidiso Moeti and epidemiologist Jeremy Farrar join Christiane Amanpour to discuss vaccine inequity and the latest Covid-19 challenges. Then Robin Rue Simmons, former Alderman from Evanston, and theologian Robert Beckford talk reparations in the United States and how they became a reality in Evanston, Illinois. And our Hari Sreenivasan speaks to Sheera Frenkel and Cecilia Kang about their new book, "An Ugly Truth," that digs into Facebook's dangerous domination and the Biden's administration's attempt to clamp down on the spread of misinformation on their platform as well as other social media sites.

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Amanpour: Briana Scurry, Julia Gillard, Never Have I Ever actress: Poorna Jagannathan

Fri, 23 Jul 2021 19:28:20 -0000

An Olympic opening ceremony like you've never seen before. No fans and athletes marching in masks around a mostly empty stadium. We speak to CNN's Selina Wang for the latest on the ground from Tokyo. Also joining the Olympic conversation is two-time U.S. Olympic Gold Medalist Briana Scurry. In the Tokyo 2020 Olympics, women count for almost half of the Olympic athletes, more than ever in the history of the games. Former Australian Prime Minister, Julia Gillard will be attending the Global Education Summit and she discusses on the importance of keeping girls in education. And finally, actress Poorna Jagannathan in the Netflix hit series, 'Never Have I Ever,' on the issue of why diversity matters in the film industry.

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Amanpour: Anne Applebaum, Richard Ben-Veniste, Julie Brown and Ursula Burns

Fri, 23 Jul 2021 18:00:59 -0000

Will the United States ever get it together? That’s what President Biden says he is often asked by other world leaders. Bianna Golodryga, standing in for Christiane Amanpour speaks with historian and staff writer for The Atlantic, Anne Applebaum, and Richard Ben-Veniste, who was a member of the Bipartisan nine-eleven commission on just what this all means for the world’s biggest democracy. Author Julie Brown on her new book, ‘Perversion of Justice: The Jeffrey Epstein Story,’ and the complications of speaking truth to power whilst trying to hang onto your job and maintain safety. Then, the first African-American woman to run a Fortune 500 company. The former CEO of Xerox now sits on the board of Uber, Exxon-Mobile, and Nestle. Ursula Burns on her inspirational journey through her new memoir, ‘Where You Are Is Not Who You Are.’

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Amanpour: John Kerry, Katharine Wilkinson, Larry Madowo and James Talarico

Fri, 23 Jul 2021 17:49:29 -0000

U.S. climate envoy John Kerry joins Christiane Amanpour to react to Jeff Bezos's idea to export pollutants out of this world to keep Earth "this gem of a planet." Scientist and author Katharine Wilkinson also weighs in saying that that to cut through all the politics around climate change, we need to address hearts and minds." Then CNN's Larry Madowo shares his frustration and anger over losing his uncle to Covid-19 and says vaccine inequality around the world must end. And our Michel Martin speaks to Democratic Texas State Representative James Talarico about what needs to be done to protect national voting rights.

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Amanpour: Suhail Shaheen, Nader Nadery, Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie and Susan Glasser

Wed, 21 Jul 2021 18:14:13 -0000

After the U.S. announced plans to withdraw, Taliban fighters seized large swathes of territory. Spokesman Suhail Shaheen joins Christiane Amanpour to explain the Taliban's thinking. Nader Nadery also weighs in, a senior member of the Afghan peace negotiation team, who says the Taliban is intimidating communities and that a ceasefire is needed now. Then award-winning author Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie talks about the devastating loss of her father, mother and aunt during the pandemic at a time of collective mourning in the world. Susan Glasser is Staff Writer for The New Yorker and the author of a bombshell article published last week that revealed that Joint Chiefs of Staff Gen. Milley was engaged in a staunch fight to stop Trump from striking Iran after losing the election. She unpacks all this with our Michel Martin.

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Amanpour: Sadiq Khan, Nachman Ash, Dana Priest and Michael Pollan

Tue, 20 Jul 2021 19:09:17 -0000

As virtually all coronavirus rules are lifted in England, London's Mayor Sadiq Khan joins Christiane Amanpour to explain that he does support the easing of restrictions but urges people to get vaccinated, saying "the virus is still with us". Then the Director-general of Israel's Health Ministry Nachman Ash discusses his country's fight against Covid-19 as the Delta variant hits. The Washington Post's Dana Priest talks about the sophisticated technology used to spy on journalists, activists and two women linked to Jamal Khashoggi. And our Walter Isaacson speaks to Michael Pollan, author of "This Is Your Mind On Plants," about the way we think about drugs, from psychedelics and opioids to the caffeine in tea and coffee.

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Amanpour: Constanze Stelzenmuller, Marc Boom and Tyler Mitchell

Tue, 20 Jul 2021 18:40:28 -0000

German international relations expert Constanze Stelzenmüller joins Bianna Golodryga to reflect on German Chancellor Angela Merkel’s tenure. She says we'll miss Merkel's stability, but there was a 'dark underside' to her leadership. Then Dr Marc Boom, President & CEO of Houston Methodist hospital, discusses the urgent need to get Americans vaccinated and rising cases of the delta variant. And we look back at Christiane Amanpour’s interview with photographer Tyler Mitchell, the first black photographer to shoot an American Vogue cover.

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Amanpour: Gina McCarthy, Friederike Otto, Gary Ginsberg and Cher

Mon, 19 Jul 2021 17:30:53 -0000

Gina McCarthy, White House National Climate Adviser, joins Bianna Golodryga to discuss the EU's new bold climate plan, the heatwave sweeping across America and why she believes climate change is not a partisan issue. Continuing our conversation about the climate crisis, Friederike Otto, Associate Director of the Environmental Change Institute at the University of Oxford, talks about her groundbreaking 9-day study which found that the heatwave that hit the Pacific Northwest and Canada last month would have been impossible without human-caused climate change. Then Gary Ginsberg, author of the book "First Friends," explains how U.S. presidents have leaned on their friends during crucial times — for better or worse. And finally, we look back on one of our favorite interviews with music icon Cher.

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Amanpour: Fatima Gailani, Ryan Crocker, Robert Malley and Brooke Mooney

Fri, 16 Jul 2021 13:30:45 -0000

Afghan peace negotiator Fatima Gailani and former U.S. Ambassador to Afghanistan Ryan Crocker speak with Bianna Golodryga about Taliban advances and U.S. withdrawal in Afghanistan. Then U.S. Special Envoy to Iran Robert Malley discusses the obstacles to re-entering the Iran nuclear deal. He explains that Iran has not yet made irreversible nuclear advances. And finally, Team USA Women's Olympic rower Brooke Mooney talks about heading to Tokyo for her very first Olympics, going for gold and performing under the cloud of Covid-19.

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Amanpour: Patrick Oppmann, Jorge Castañeda, Péter Szijjártó and Kate Julian

Wed, 14 Jul 2021 22:23:49 -0000

Fmr. Mexico FM Jorge Castañeda and Correspondent Patrick Oppmann join Bianna Golodryga to discuss what's driving the biggest protests in Cuba since the 1959 revolution. Hungarian Foreign Minister Péter Szijjártó defends the country's new law that bans information which "promotes" homosexuality and gender change being used in schools. The government claims it is doing to so protect children, though critics believe that prohibiting access to such information stigmatizes LGBTQ people. Then Kate Julian, senior editor at The Atlantic, speaks about her recent piece for the magazine, "America Has a Drinking Problem."

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Amanpour: Matt Rivers, Robert Fatton, Boris Lushniak, Roger Bennett and Darren Lewis

Wed, 14 Jul 2021 17:46:23 -0000

Correspondent Matt Rivers and Politics Professor Robert Fatton join Bianna Golodryga to discuss the fallout from the shocking assassination of Haiti's President and the root of their political crisis. Former U.S. Acting Surgeon General Boris Lushniak calls this an 'OMG moment' as the world still deals with 'messed up communication' around covid. Then host of the popular soccer podcast 'Men in Blazers,' Roger Bennett breaks down England's heartbreaking defeat at the European Championships final and reflects on his new book, 'Reborn in the USA,' a love letter to his adopted country of America. Correspondent Darren Lewis also weighs in on the vile racism levelled at the three young black English players who missed their penalties.

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Amanpour: Abdullah Abdullah, Phumzile Mlambo-Ngcuka and Kathleen Belew

Fri, 25 Jun 2021 22:45:00 -0000

Despite Taliban gains on the ground, leading Afghan official Abdullah Abdullah explains to Bianna Golodryga, standing in for Christiane Amanpour, that the ousting of the democratically elected government in Kabul will not happen. Then Phumzile Mlambo-Ngcuka, Executive Director of U.N. Women, talks about the disproportionate impact the pandemic has had on women and the need to prioritize them in the covid-19 recovery. And our Michel Martin speaks to award-winning historian and author Kathleen Belew about the growing threat of domestic terrorism in the U.S. and the Biden administration’s plans to combat it.

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Amanpour: Susan Lund, Samantha Stark, John Allen and Abigail Disney

Thu, 24 Jun 2021 21:50:33 -0000

Economist Susan Lund says it was easier to shut down the economy in 2020 than to restart it in 2021. She joins Bianna Golodryga, standing in for Christiane Amanpour, to discuss the bumpy road ahead as the economy reboots. Then Samantha Stark, director of "Framing Britney Spears," reflects on the popstar's statement to court today regarding the conservatorship she's been living under since 2008. President Joe Biden is a devout Catholic and the first Catholic president in nearly 60 years. But conservative Catholic bishops are pushing a plan to take away his right, and those of other Catholic politicians, to receive Communion, due to his support of abortion rights. Senior Vatican Analyst and author John Allen explains. Then philanthropist, filmmaker and heir to the Disney family fortune Abigail Disney speaks to our Hari Sreenivasan about the dangerous power of intergenerational wealth and why she’s decided to give away more than $70 million over the last 40 years.

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Amanpour: Wendy Sherman, Akala and Clint Johnson

Thu, 24 Jun 2021 20:38:28 -0000

U.S. Deputy Secretary of State Wendy Sherman joins Christiane Amanpour to discuss President Joe Biden's plans amid Taliban's wins in Afghanistan as well as tensions with China and Iran. She says the U.S. is not withdrawing from Afghanistan. Then award-winning rapper and best-selling “Natives” author Akala discusses turning his hand to fiction, combating systemic racism in the UK and how Shakespeare has more in common with modern day hip-hop than you might expect. The first case of AIDS was reported 40 years ago this month, Michel Martin speaks to Clint Johnson from the San Francisco Gay Men's Chorus to reflect on the millions of lives lost to the virus.

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Amanpour: Andrei Kelin, Christine Quinn, Brian Lehrer and George Will

Wed, 23 Jun 2021 23:36:06 -0000

Russian Ambassador to the UK Andrei Kelin joins Christiane Amanpour to discuss opposition leader Alexey Navalny and Moscow's relations with the west following the Biden-Putin summit. Turning to America, former City Council Speaker Christine Quinn and broadcaster Brian Lehrer dissect the forces at play in the 2021 New York City election. Then our Walter Isaacson speaks to American libertarian-conservative political commentator and author George Will about the recent Supreme Court rulings and how the nation's political divisions will impact legislation around the economy, infrastructure, and voting rights.

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Amanpour: David Sanger, Ellie Geranmayeh, Antwaun Sargent, Hakeem Oluseyi and David Lan

Tue, 22 Jun 2021 23:23:09 -0000

New York Times Correspondent David Sanger and European Council on Foreign Relations Deputy Fellow Ellie Geranmayeh join Christiane Amanpour to discuss the implications of Iran's new president-elect Ebrahim Raisi and his hardline politics. Art curator Antwaun Sargent talks about "Social Works," his first exhibition for the Gagosian gallery in New York. Renowned astrophysicist Hakeem Oluseyi speaks to our Hari Sreenivasan about how he overcame the odds and escaped a life of crime, which he details in his new memoir, "A Quantum Life: My Unlikely Journey from the Street to the Stars." And finally, In "The Walk," a massive new theater piece spanning eight countries and 5,000 miles, a giant puppet of a refugee girl named Amal travels all across Europe. Writer and Producer David Lan explains the heroic journey of Little Amal.

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Amanpour: Andy Slavitt, Elie Honig, Dawn Porter, Bernita Bradley and Keri Rodrigues

Mon, 21 Jun 2021 17:56:30 -0000

Andy Slavitt, former White House Senior Adviser for Covid and author of "Preventable", joins Bianna Golodryga, standing in for Christiane Amanpour, to talk about the Delta variant, vaccinations and Obamacare. Elie Honig, author of the Bill Barr biography "Hatchet Man," breaks down the attempts to undermine the Justice Department during the Trump administration. The Elaine Race Massacre left hundreds dead in 1919; "Rise Again" director Dawn Porter explains how like Tulsa, it was sparked by racist anger of Black progress. Then mothers turned education justice advocates Bernita Bradley and Keri Rodrigues join Michel Martin to discuss why they launched they’ve turned their backs on the public school system and launched homeschooling initiatives.

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Amanpour: Ekaterina Kotrikadze, Marc Polymeropoulos, Alexander Betts, and Annette Gordon-Reed

Fri, 18 Jun 2021 21:04:49 -0000

News director and anchor for TV Rain, Russia's only independent TV news channel, Ekaterina Kotrikadze joins Bianna Golodrya, standing in for Christiane Amanpour, to give her take on the Biden-Putin summit and the response in Russia. She says the summit changes nothing in Russia. Then Marc Polymeropolous, retired CIA officer and author of "Clarity in Crisis", explains how he was forced to retire after being targeted by a sonic attack in Moscow. Oxford's Alexander Betts, author of “The Wealth of Refugees” lays out the crucial need to change the narrative about refugees. He says they should be seen as human beings who have talents and skills to offer. And as Juneteenth, the end of slavery, is finally made a national holiday in America, Pulitzer prize-winning historian Annette Gordon-Reed talks to Walter Isaacson about the significance of this date and her own remarkable story as the first black student to integrate into a white school.

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Amanpour: Nina Khrushcheva, Richard Haass, George Packer and Salman Rushdie

Fri, 18 Jun 2021 16:26:06 -0000

As U.S. President Joe Biden and Russian President Vladimir Putin meet in Geneva, Nina Khrushcheva, Russian international affairs expert and granddaughter of Nikita Khrushchev, and Richard Haass, from the Council on Foreign Relations, join Christiane Amanpour to asses the rhetoric coming out of the summit. Author George Packer discusses his new book, "Last Best Hope," in which he warns that America must stop fighting amongst itself. Then Booker prize-winning author Salman Rushdie talks to Walter Isaacson about his new collection of essays, "Languages of Truth,” and the importance of freedom of speech, storytelling and fighting back against cancel culture.

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Amanpour: Abbas Milani, Alice Waters, Mack Beggs, Nancy Beggs and Angélique Kidjo

Tue, 15 Jun 2021 23:14:26 -0000

Stanford's Abbas Milani joins Christiane Amanpour to talk about Ebrahim Raisi, the man widely expected to be Iran's next president, and prospects for the nuclear deal. Then Alice Waters, chef and author of "We Are What We Eat: A Slow Food Manifesto," explains how slow food is not only linked to our personal health but the health of our communities and the planet. Our Hari Sreenivasan speaks to transgender athlete and activist Mack Beggs and his grandmother Nancy Beggs about his story, reflected in new documentary “Changing the Game” and recent uptick in anti-transgender legislation across the United States. And finally, Grammy award-winning singer Angélique Kidjo performs some of her new album "Mother Nature" and discusses working with artists across the African diaspora.

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Amanpour: Tzipi Livni, Jens Stoltenberg and Willie Nelson

Tue, 15 Jun 2021 20:01:00 -0000

Starting with some personal news, Christiane Amanpour explains her absence for the past four weeks by revealing she was diagnosed with ovarian cancer. Then as Benjamin Netanyahu's time is office draws to a close, former Israeli Foreign Minister Tzipi Livni joins to discuss the new Israeli government led by Prime Minister Naftali Bennett. NATO Secretary-General Jens Stoltenberg speaks about how President Biden and NATO can deal with Russia ahead of Biden's meeting with Putin. And our Walter Isaacson talks to country music legend Willie Nelson about his new book "Letters To America", his activism and why he can't wait to get on the road again.

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Amanpour: Amanda Sloat, Vladimir Ashurkov, Jesse Eisinger and Jean Twenge

Mon, 14 Jun 2021 15:30:13 -0000

At the first G7 meeting in two years, leaders of the world's largest economies look to present a unified front against authoritarian aggression. Senior director for Europe on U.S. National Security Council Amanda Sloat joins Bianna Golodryga, standing in for Christiane Amanpour, to discuss. And as Biden gets ready to meet Putin in Geneva, Russia has all but liquidated Alexey Navalny’s opposition movement this week. A Moscow court designated the two organisations linked to the Kremlin critic as “extremist” groups, forcing them to shut down, a charge they deny. Vladimir Ashurkov, the executive director of Navalny’s Anti-Corruption Foundation, weighs in. Pulitzer prize-winning ProPublica reporter Jesse Eisinger speaks to our Hari Sreenivasan about how the world’s richest men - Jeff Bezos, Elon Musk and Rupert Murdoch, to name a few - legally work the system to avoid paying more than a fraction of their earnings in tax. And finally, are you ready to return to the office? As more businesses welcome employees back into workspaces, psychology professor and author of "iGen" Jean Twenge, explains how manage the transition.

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Amanpour: Mark Landler, Tom McTague, Bianca Jagger, Bill Bratton and Jamie Metzl

Sat, 12 Jun 2021 11:57:40 -0000

As the G7 kicks off in the English seaside and U.S. President Joe Biden meets with British PM Boris Johnson, all eyes are on the special relationship. Mark Landler, London bureau chief of The New York Times, and Tom McTague, staff writer at The Atlantic, join Bianna Golodryga, standing in for Christiane Amanpour, to discuss. Turning to Nicaragua, human rights defender Bianca Jagger reflects on the crackdown by President Daniel Ortega and explains what the U.S. can do about it. Then former NYPD Commissioner Bill Bratton and author of "The Profession" talks police reform and the rise in violent crimes across the United States. Our Hari Sreenivasan speaks to Jamie Metzl, WHO adviser and senior Fellow at the Atlantic Council, about the need for an investigation into the origins of covid-19 and why we shouldn’t dismiss that it escaped from a lab in Wuhan, China.

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Amanpour: Svetlana Tikhanovskaya, Chris Krebs, Kurtis Minder and Dr Patrick Soon Shiong

Wed, 09 Jun 2021 20:19:34 -0000

Eexiled Belarusian opposition leader Svetlana Tikhanovskaya joins Bianna Golodryga, standing in for Christiane Amanpour, to assess what democratic countries must do to put pressure on President Lukashenko. As President Biden arrives in the UK for the G7 meeting of leading economies, Chris Krebs, partner at Krebs Stamos Group and a former DHS cybersecurity official, discusses why we're seeing more ransomware attacks with and why dealing with this is a key priority for America. Kurtis Minder, CEO of cyber reconnaissance company GroupSense and ransomware negotiator, explains that many hacking victims have no choice but to pay ransoms, despite government guidance. And our Walter Isaacson speaks to Dr Patrick Soon Shiong, chairman of both the LA Times and ImmunityBio, about the new form of COVID vaccine he’s developing which is current in trials in U.S. and his native South Africa.

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Amanpour: Denise Dresser, Richard Hatchett, Kirsten Gillibrand and Noubar Afeyan

Tue, 08 Jun 2021 22:24:03 -0000

Political analyst Denise Dresser joins Bianna Golodryga, standing in for Christiane Amanpour, to explain why the U.S. needs to focus on Latin America and “the authoritarian winds blowing.” CEPI CEO Richard Hatchett lays out his nightmare scenario for the pandemic and why developing nations must get the support they need. He says vaccine doses must be shared. Then Senator Kirsten Gillibrand talks about fighting for justice for military sexual assault victims. After years of work, she finally has bipartisan support for reforms, but fellow Democratic Senator Jack Reed is blocking the bill. Turning to the coronavirus pandemic, Moderna co-founder and chairman Noubar Afeyan has co-authored a report on lessons learned from the pandemic. He joins our Walter Isaacson to discuss how we can be better prepared next time.

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Amanpour: Enrique Acevedo, Ben Rhodes, Paxton Smith and Julie DiCaro

Mon, 07 Jun 2021 22:36:30 -0000

Other U.S. leaders have tried to stem Latin American migration, so what’s new about Vice President Harris’ effort? "60 Minutes+" correspondent Enrique Acevedo joins Bianna Golodryga, standing in for Christiane Amanpour, to discuss what's different this time around. Then former Obama adviser Ben Rhodes, author of "After the Fall," says the best way to fight nationalism abroad is to make democracy work at home. 18-year-old Texan Paxton Smith used her valedictorian speech to rail against a controversial new abortion law in Texas; the new “heartbeat” bill blocks the procedure as early as six weeks before many even know they’re pregnant and doesn’t include exceptions for rape or incest. She explains her motivations behind the speech and what’s next for her. Then sports journalist Julie DiCaro joins our Michel Martin to talk about her new book “Sidelined” that examines sexism in professional sports. They dig into the fight for equal pay, Naomi Osaka dropping out of the French Open to prioritize her mental health and the sexist treatment of Serena Williams.

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Amanpour: Linda Thomas-Greenfield, Finn Lau, Wu'er Kaixi and Ezekiel Emanuel

Fri, 04 Jun 2021 19:09:02 -0000

Linda Thomas-Greenfield, U.S. Ambassador to the U.N., discusses her efforts to bring the world's attention back to Syria. Finn Lau, an exiled Hong Kong pro-democracy activist, and Wu'er Kaixi, a Chinese dissident, talk about the Hong Kong police's attempt to block commemorative gatherings on the anniversary of the Tiananmen Square massacre. Hari Sreenivasan talks to Dr. Ezekiel Emanuel, a bioethicist and oncologist, about vaccine hesitancy and the uphill battle to get 70% of all American adults vaccinated with at least one dose by July 4th.

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Amanpour: Abhijit Banerjee, Esther Duflo, Matt Hancock, Sami Sadat and Kiese Laymon

Thu, 03 Jun 2021 19:08:02 -0000

Nobel Prize-winning economists Abhijit Banerjee and Esther Duflo discuss vaccine inequality and how developed nations failed poorer countries early in the pandemic. Matt Hancock, British Health Secretary, talks about the summit today at the G7 in Oxford and the concern in the U.K. over the new variant. Major General Sami Sadat, Commanding General of the Afghan Army 215 Maiwand Corps, discuss the U.S withdrawal from Afghanistan and a new UN report warning the Taliban poses a severe threat to the Afghan government. Michel Martin talks with award-winning author Kiese Laymon about revising two of his books eight years after they were originally published.

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Amanpour: Anshel Pfeffer, Pam Shriver, Kavitha Davidson, Mickey Edwards and Danielle Peck

Wed, 02 Jun 2021 23:54:53 -0000

Benjamin Netanyahu’s run as the longest-serving Israeli PM may be coming to an end as what is essentially an anti-Netanyahu coalition is working toward an agreement. Haaretz columnist Anshel Pfeffer joins Bianna Golodryga, standing in for Christiane Amanpour, to discuss. Then turning to the sporting world, support for tennis player Naomi Osaka is pouring after she decided to withdraw from the French Open citing her mental health. Former professional tennis player and sportscaster Pam Shriver and The Athletic journalist Kavitha Davidson weigh in. Our Walter Isaacson speaks to longtime republican and former Congressman Mickey Edwards about why he walked away from the GOP earlier this year, citing "it's less of a party and more of a cult". Any finally, series producer of "1971: The Year That Music Changed Everything" Danielle Peck reflects on why that year's albums were so revolutionary.

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Amanpour: Jeanne Shaheen, Scott Ellsworth, Keisha Blain and Nav Bhatia

Tue, 01 Jun 2021 23:00:22 -0000

New Hampshire Senator Jeanne Shaheen is leading a bipartisan mission to Eastern Europe, bringing a message of support for Belarus democracy. She joins Bianna Golodryga, standing in for Christiane Amanpour, to discuss that mission. This week marks 100 years since the Tulsa Massacre when around 300 black people were killed and hundreds of thousands were left homeless; historians Scott Ellsworth and Keisha Blain talk about the disturbing coverup and importance of reparations for survivors. Former U.S. Ambassador to the U.K. Matthew Barzun explains the counter-intuitive thesis behind his new book, "The Power of Giving Away Power” and the power of constellation thinking. Our Hari Sreenivasan talks to Nav Bhatia, the first ever NBA superfan induced into the basketball hall of fame, about uniting people through a shared love of sport.

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Amanpour: Alexey Kovalev, Hanna Liubakova, Carol Anderson, Dr. Becky Kennedy and Steven Johnson

Mon, 31 May 2021 23:06:15 -0000

Amid a crackdown on journalists in Belarus and Russia and the dramatic abduction of Roman Protasevich, local independent reporters Alexey Kovalev and Hanna Liubakova join Bianna Golodryga, standing in for Christiane Amanpour, to discuss the importance of fighting for a free press. They say "enough is enough." Turning to the U.S., historian and author Carol Anderson talks about her new book "The Second," where she argues America's Second Amendment is inextricably linked to anti-Blackness. Then our Hari Sreenivasan speaks to clinical Psychologist Dr. Becky Kennedy – best known for her extremely popular Instagram page @drbeckyatgoodinside – about the mental health crisis facing kids today and lays out tangible tips for parents. And finally, Steven Johnson, author of "Extra Life: A Short History of Living Longer", explains why our life expectancy has doubled in the last century.

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Amanpour: Susan Glasser, Fintan O'Toole, Bartlett Sher and John Green

Fri, 28 May 2021 23:17:12 -0000

Susan Glasser, staff writer for The New Yorker, and Fintan O'Toole, writer for the Irish Times, join Bianna Golodryga to discuss U.S. politics and President Biden's foreign policy challenges. Then director Bartlett Sher talks about how his film “Oslo” brings to life the Israeli-Palestinian peace process and the power of human connection. Our Walter Isaacson speaks to The New York Times opinion editor Kathleen Kingsbury about navigating the changing media landscape in a world of polarization, cancel culture, disinformation. And finally, author John Green explains his book of essays "The Anthropocene Reviewed" and why he aims to write with vulnerability.

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Amanpour: Marc Lipsitch, Ed Yong, Hala Alyan, Wil Baptiste and Kev Marcus

Fri, 28 May 2021 18:15:00 -0000

Marc Lipsitch, professor of epidemiology at Harvard's T.H. Chan School of Public Health, takes a closer look at the Covid-19 lab leak theory with Bianna Golodryga. He says there needs to be an investigation into the origins of Covid-19. Then science writer for The Atlantic Ed Yong warns of an impending mental health crisis after the Covid pandemic and explains how it can be combated. Continuing our conversation about trauma, our Michel Martin speaks to Palestinian-American author and clinical psychologist Hala Alyan about the mental impact of the decades long conflict between Israel and Palestine. And finally, musicians Kev Marcus and Wil Baptiste, aka the classical-hiphop hybrid duo Black Violin, bring a message of unity.

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Amanpour: Yuriy Filatov, Mark Carney, Carole Leonnig and Katie Porter

Thu, 27 May 2021 23:46:00 -0000

Following Sunday’s extraordinary arrest of Roman Protasevich, a journalist who has been critical of the Belarus' authoritarian president Aleksandr Lukashenko, Russian Ambassador to Ireland Yuriy Filatov joins Bianna Golodryga to refute accusations of Russia's involvement. Turning to the fight against climate change, Mark Carney, author of "Value(s): Building a Better World for All", discusses the financial industry's transition to a climate-priority future. In Carole Leonnig's new book, 'Zero Fail,' she rings the alarm on an agency that's stretched too thin to fulfill its critical mission. And Democratic Congresswoman and single mother of three Katie Porter explains to Michel Martin why she is proposing a bill to eliminate the single parent penalty.

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Amanpour: Karen Bass, Tamara Alrifai, Bob Costas and Elizabeth Hinton

Tue, 25 May 2021 19:37:13 -0000

On the anniversary of George Floyd's death, Congresswoman Karen Bass discusses the movement his killing ignited and the George Floyd Justice in Policing Act which has hit roadblocks in Congress. Tamara Alrifai, Director of Strategic Communications at UNRWA, talks about her work on the frontlines helping Palestinians rebuild their lives after the conflict between Israel and Palestinian militants. Bob Costas, sportscaster, discuss the Tokyo Olympics which are set to go ahead in less than two months despite mounting opposition. Michel Martin talks with Elizabeth Hinton, Associate Professor at Yale University and author of "America on Fire", about putting this current civil rights movement into historical perspective.

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Amanpour: Gabrielius Landsbergis, Franak Viačorka, Anne Applebaum, Abrahm Lustgarten and Ann Powers

Mon, 24 May 2021 19:23:48 -0000

Gabrielius Landsbergis, Lithuanian Foreign Minister, discusses the detention of a Belorussian opposition journalist after his plane was diverted and grounded in Minsk on Sunday. Franak Viačorka, Senior Adviser to Svetlana Tikhanovskaya, and Anne Applebaum, historian and staff writer at The Atlantic, talk about the wider repercussions of the incident. Abrahm Lustgarten, Senior Environmental Reporter at ProPublica, discusses his work looking at how climate migration will reshape the world. On Bob Dylan's 80th birthday, Ann Powers, critic at NPR Music, talks about how his music still resonates with millions around the world.

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Amanpour: Yossi Klein Halevi, Mariam Barghouti, Daniel Kahneman and Dr Monica Gandhi

Fri, 21 May 2021 23:20:26 -0000

After 11 days of violence, Yossi Klein Halevi, author of "Letters to My Palestinian Neighbor", joins Bianna Golodryga to react to the latest spate of violence between Israel and Hamas. Palestinian writer Mariam Barghouti reacts to the Israel Hamas ceasefire and gives a glimpse into the daily lives of Palestinians. Nobel Prize-winning psychologist and author Daniel Kahneman breaks down "Noise": innate flaws in judgment that lead to unpredictable outcomes. Dr Monica Gandhi was an early proponent of mask wearing but now argues that Americans who are vaccinated can take off their masks and that’s down to how effective the vaccines are. She digs into the science with our Hari Sreenivasan.

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Amanpour: Jonathan Conricus, Sarah Al Ramlawi, Shah Mahmood Qureshi and Jeff Flake

Thu, 20 May 2021 19:14:58 -0000

As international pressure builds on both sides to find a solution to the conflict between Israel and Palestinian militants, Lt. Col. Jonathan Conricus, IDF International Spokesperson, discusses the possibility of a ceasefire. Sarah Al Ramlawi, a 24 year old resident of Gaza, talks about what her life has been like for the past 11 days. Shah Mahmood Qureshi, Pakistani Foreign Minister, discusses the international co-operation to broker peace. Walter Isaacson talks to former Republican senator Jeff Flake about the independent commission to investigate the January 6th attack on the capitol.

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Amanpour: Frans Timmermans, Ayoade Alakija, Randi Weingarten and Robert Ballard

Wed, 19 May 2021 19:17:13 -0000

Frans Timmermans, Executive Vice-President for the European Green Deal, discusses his meeting with U.S. Climate envoy John Kerry ahead of the COP26 summit later this year and warns that "there's no vaccine against the climate crisis". Ayoade Alakija, Co-Chair of the Africa Vaccine Delivery Alliance, discusses how the continent is struggling to get enough doses and the dangers of vaccine apartheid. Michel Martin talks to Randi Weingarten, President of the American Federation of Teachers, about what it will take for schools in the U.S. to fully re-open in the fall. Robert Ballard, oceanographer and author of "Into the Deep: A Memoir from the Man Who Found Titanic", discusses his career exploring the depths of the ocean.

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Amanpour: Aida Touma-Suleiman, Noa Landau and Pramila Jayapal

Wed, 19 May 2021 16:38:50 -0000

With no end in sight in the violence between Israel and Gaza, Arab-Israeli lawmaker Aida Touma-Suleiman joins Bianna Golodryga, standing in for Christiane Amanpour, to discuss the latest developments in the ongoing conflict. She says Israeli Acting Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's own personal crisis is influencing his actions. Then Haaretz columnist Noa Landau calls out Israelis across the political spectrum for ignoring Palestinian voices in Israel and the occupied territories. Turning to the U.S., Representative Pramila Jayapal, who was the first South Asian American woman in the House, talks about the importance of political representation and how the pandemic has impacted Asian American identity.

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Amanpour: Khaled Elgindy, Dennis Ross, Safwat al-Kahlout, Dr. Céline Gounder and Anna Sale

Mon, 17 May 2021 21:36:58 -0000

As violence between Israel and Gaza continues, Veteran peace negotiators Khaled Elgindy and Dennis Ross say both sides may not be far from a ceasefire, but the big question is: what comes next? They join Bianna Golodryga, standing in for Christiane Amanpour, to discuss. On Saturday a targeted Israeli strike levelled a 15-storey block of media offices housing Al Jazeera and Associated Press as well as private flats. Al Jazeera English correspondent Safwat al-Kahlout joins from the ground in Gaza city to discuss. He says he "never saw anything suspicious" in the tower Israel alleges housed Hamas military offices. Turning to the coronavirus pandemic, Epidemiologist Dr. Céline Gounder says the U.S. promise to send an extra 20 million vaccines to other countries doesn't go nearly far enough. Then our Hari Sreenivasan speaks to Anna Sale, podcast host and author of “Let’s Talk About Hard Things,” about the importance of having difficult conversations about death, sex and our finances.

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Amanpour: Robi Damelin, Bassam Aramin, Matthew McConaughey and Jory Fleming

Fri, 14 May 2021 22:19:34 -0000

As Israeli airstrikes and Hamas rocket fire continue to volley back and forth, correspondent Ben Wedeman joins Christiane Amanpour from Jerusalem to discuss this worsening conflict in the Middle East. Israeli mother Robi Damelin and Palestinian father Bassam Aramin, who each lost a child in the conflict, discuss forgiveness and the path to peace. Turning to America, Academy Award-winning actor Matthew McConaughey speaks about his memoir "Greenlights" and his three decade career in Hollywood. Then an insight into living with autism, Walter Isaacson speaks to Jory Fleming, author of "How to Be Human: An Autistic Man's Guide to Life," about the profound value of what some consider a disability.

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Amanpour: Noura Erakat, Vladimir Chizhov, Francis Rooney and Jamal Simmons

Thu, 13 May 2021 20:26:54 -0000

As the U.S., Russia and the UN call for an urgent end to the violence between Israelis and Palestinians, Noura Erakat, Human Rights Attorney, joins Christiane Amanpour to discuss the continued escalation. Vladimir Chizhov, Russian Ambassador to the EU, discusses Russian foreign minister Lavrov's call for a quartet meeting on the middle east conflict and the rising tensions between Washington and the Kremlin. Francis Rooney, a former U.S. House Republican, discusses Congresswoman Liz Cheney's ousting from Republican leadership and the future of the GOP. Michel Martin talks to Jamal Simmons, author of "The 4 Percent Problem", about how corporate America needs to rethink it if wants to reckon with systemic racism.

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Amanpour: Iván Duque, Tzipi Hotovely, Hilary Mantel and Helaine Olen

Wed, 12 May 2021 20:23:58 -0000

Iván Duque, Colombian President, joins Christiane Amanpour to discuss the ongoing anti-government protests taking place across his country. As the U.S. says it's dispatching a senior diplomat to the Middle East, Tzipi Hotovely, Israeli Ambassador to the UK, talks about the worsening violence between Israelis and Palestinian militants. Novelist Hillary Mantel discusses her new book, "The Mirror & the Light", the last her award-winning "Wolf Hall" trilogy, following the life and times of Thomas Cromwell. Michel Martin talks to Helaine Olen, Opinion Writer at The Washington Post, about the backsliding of gender equality during the pandemic.

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Amanpour: Aaron David Miller, Marwan Muasher, Ana Porzecanski and Niall Ferguson

Tue, 11 May 2021 20:21:19 -0000

As violence continues to escalate in Gaza between the Israelis and Palestinians, Aaron David Miller, the former U.S. State Department Middle East Negotiator, and Marwan Muasher, the former Jordanian Foreign Minister, join Christiane Amanpour to discuss what it takes to address the root causes of this conflict. Ana Porzecanski, the Director of the Center for Biodiversity at the American Museum of Natural History, talks about how the pandemic has affected the lives of indigenous communities in the Amazon and the crucial role they play in protecting our natural world. Walter Isaacson talks with historian Niall Ferguson about his new book "Doom: The Politics of Catastrophe", and why we're getting worse, not better, at handling disasters like the pandemic.

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Amanpour: Mustafa Barghouti, Stav Shaffir, Karim Khan and Michael Moss

Mon, 10 May 2021 21:04:52 -0000

As Jerusalem is gripped once again by violent unrest, Palestinian politician Mustafa Barghouti and head of the Israel Green Party Stav Shaffir join Christiane Amanpour to discuss the "sad and risky combination of tensions" threatening the region. Then Karim Khan, head of the U.N. Investigative Team on Daesh Crimes, unpacks the new report showing that genocide was committed by ISIS against the Yazidis in 2014. Turning to the U.S. food industry, our Hari Sreenivasan talks to Pulitzer prize-winning journalist Michael Moss about his new book "Hooked" and the addictive dangers of processed food.

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Amanpour: Jeremy Farrar, Selma van de Perre, Charles Person and Maya Lin

Fri, 07 May 2021 21:57:06 -0000

Jeremy Farrar, Director of the Wellcome Trust and covid adviser to the UK government, joins Christiane Amanpour to discuss the ongoing debate around patent waivers for covid-19 vaccines. Then WWII resistance spy and author of “My Name is Selma,” Selma van de Perre shares her extraordinary story of not only surviving Ravensbruck, the infamous women’s concentration camp in Germany, but how she fought back. Turning to another story of resistance, Charles Person speaks to our Michel Martin about becoming the youngest original member of the Freedom Riders at the age of 18, travelling from Washington DC to New Orleans on a bus in 1961. He reflects on fighting for desegregation in the South and his new memoir "Buses Are a Comin'." And finally, the famed architect and artist Maya Lin talks about planting a "Ghost Forest" in New York's Madison Park and what the past can teach us about the future.

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Amanpour: Claudia López, Moisés Naím, Michael Lewis and Robert A. Pape

Fri, 07 May 2021 10:14:47 -0000

After days of violent protests in Colombia, Bogotá Mayor Claudia López joins Christiane Amanpour to explain why President Duque should reach out directly to young people to address poverty and inequity. Journalist and analyst Moisés Naím digs in further to how the protests fit into a broader wave of social and economic crises sweeping across South America. Then turning to the pandemic, Michael Lewis discusses his book "The Premonition", examining the unknown individuals who tried to raise the alarm on Covid-19 and the systems that failed them. A new study on the January 6 Capitol insurrection finds that of the nearly 400 rioters arrested or charged, 93% are white and 86% are male. The study’s principal investigator, Professor Robert A. Pape, talks to our Michel Martin about his findings.

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Amanpour: Naledi Pandor, Kara Swisher, Cindy McCain and Barkha Dutt

Wed, 05 May 2021 19:55:34 -0000

Naledi Pandor, South African Foreign Minister, joins Christiane Amanpour to discuss the push to loosen restrictions on vaccine patents and the lessons to be learnt from India's covid crisis. Kara Swisher, contributing opinion writer at The New York Times, talks about the decision taken by the independent oversight committee within Facebook to uphold the suspension of former President Trump's account. Cindy McCain, author of "Stronger: Courage, Hope, and Humor In My Life With John McCain", discusses her new book and the future of the Republican party. Hari Sreenivasan talks with Barkha Dutt, founder and editor of Mojo Story and a Washington Post columnist, about losing her father to covid and the situation in India.

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Amanpour: John Brennan, Laurie Woolever, Brian Castrucci and Frank Luntz

Tue, 04 May 2021 20:33:42 -0000

John Brennan, former CIA director, joins Christiane Amanpour to discuss the ongoing G7 meeting in London and it's key theme of promoting democracies in a world with increasingly strong autocracies. Laurie Woolever, co-author of "World Travel: An Irreverent Guide", talks about her colleague, the late Anthony Bourdain, with whom she discussed writing this book about his travels before he took his life almost three years ago. Hari Sreenivasan talks with Brian Castrucci, President and CEO of the de Beaumont Foundation, and Frank Luntz, political pollster and strategist, about how to change the minds of vaccine hesitant Americans.

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Amanpour: Amy Klobuchar, Amanda Bennett, Rana Ayyub and Malcolm Gladwell

Tue, 04 May 2021 17:38:20 -0000

U.S. Senator and author of "Antitrust" Amy Klobuchar joins Christiane Amanpour to explain how giant tech companies are stifling competition. She says that America needs to get serious about taking on monopolies again. Then to mark World Press Freedom Day, journalists Rana Ayyub and Amanda Bennett discuss global attacks on reporters in the age of COVID-19 and disinformation. Our Walter Isaacson speaks to best-selling author and “Revisionist History” podcast host Malcolm Gladwell about his new book, "The Bomber Mafia." They explore the technological innovation and moral conundrums that scientists and generals wrestled with during WWII.

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Amanpour: Narendra Taneja, Todd Young, Soma Sara, Kamilah Willingham and Cornel West

Thu, 29 Apr 2021 20:05:55 -0000

As India sets a covid world record with nearly 380,000 new infections, Christiane Amanpour asks Narendra Taneja, the national spokesman for Prime Minister Modi's ruling BJP Party, about the danger of elections continuing amidst the crisis. Republican Senator Todd Young discusses President Biden's speech to a joint session of Congress yesterday and his first 100 days in office. Kamilah Willingham, feminist writer and activist, and Soma Sara, founder of everyones-invited.org, talk about this new platform on which thousands have shared their stories of sexism, misogyny and sexual violence. Walter Isaacson talks with philosopher, scholar and civil rights activist Cornel West about why classics must remain in the curriculum.

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Amanpour: Thabo Makgoba, Seth Berkley, Rebecca Traister, Jeh Johnson and Amy Sherald

Wed, 28 Apr 2021 22:57:39 -0000

As the debate over vaccine nationalism continues, countries like India are in the grip of the worst stage of the pandemic and others are forging ahead with vaccine rollout. Anglican Archbishop of Southern Africa Thabo Makgoba and Seth Berkley, the CEO of Gavi, the Vaccine Alliance, join Christiane Amanpour to discuss why the G7 must put people before profit and share Covid vaccines. Just two weeks ago, we spoke with Philip Roth's biographer Blake Bailey about his 900-page tome on the late literary giant. But a few days later, troubling reports emerged or rape and grooming. Bailey denies these allegations, but his publisher says it will permanently take the book out of print. Journalist and author Rebecca Traister talks about the need for transparency and accountability in institutions. The Department of Homeland Security announced on Monday it will be conducting a formal review to root out white supremacy and extremism in its ranks. Former Secretary of Homeland Security Jeh Johnson speaks to our Walter Isaacson about why this is so significant. And finally, artist Amy Sherald's portrait of Breonna Taylor has been widely acclaimed since it appeared in Vanity Fair and now it's on loan from The Smithsonian in an exhibit in Breonna's hometown of Louisville, Kentucky. She explains what she hopes to achieve through painting the black experience.

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Amanpour: Karim Sadjadpour, John Grisham, Charles Booker and Davarian Baldwin

Tue, 27 Apr 2021 21:51:33 -0000

A leaked recording of Iranian Foreign Minister Javad Zarif criticizing it's untouchable Revolutionary Guard is shaking up politics inside the country. Karim Sadjadpour, senior fellow at Carnegie Endowment for International Peace, joins Christiane Amanpour to explain how the tape tells a story of two parallel regimes working in concert. Turning to American politics, racial justice activist and former Kentucky State Representative Charles Booker gives his take on the Justice Department investigation into Louisville's police and its wider implications. After dominating publishing with his legal thrillers, author John Grisham reveals why he's turning his eye to basketball and the crisis in South Sudan for his 46th book, "Sooley." Then our Hari Sreenivasan speaks to Davarian Baldwin, Trinity College professor and social theorist, about his new book, "In the Shadow of the Ivory Tower," that explores the sometimes negative impact universities have on their largely black and brown neighboring communities.

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Amanpour: Dr. Yatin Mehta, Bhramar Mukherjee, Kyle Buchanan, Aisha Harris and Brandon Scott

Mon, 26 Apr 2021 19:53:48 -0000

As covid ravages India, Dr Yatin Mehta, Chairman of the Critical Care Department at Medanta - The Medicity, and Bhramar Mukherjee, Professor at the University of Michigan School of Public Health, join Christiane Amanpour to discuss the situation on the ground and how the country's crisis reached this point. Kyle Buchanan, The Projectionist columnist at The New York Times, and Aisha Harris, Co-Host of NPR's Pop Culture Happy Hour, dig into last night's Oscars ceremony and the diverse list of winners. Our Michel Martin talks to Baltimore Mayor Brandon Scott about his campaign promise to re-imagine police reform.

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Amanpour: Mazie Hirono, Julie Mehretu, Vivek Maru and Rhonda Hamilton

Sun, 25 Apr 2021 22:45:36 -0000

Senator Mazie Hirono joins Christiane Amanpour to share how her immigrant experience and her indomitable mother inspire her public service. Then artist Julie Mehretu talks about her retrospective at the Whitney Museum of American Art and the meaning behind her extraordinary abstract art. Vivek Maru is founder of Namati, which empowers grassroots groups to protect common lands and enforce environmental laws, while Rhonda Hamilton works with Namati to combat unlawful pollution in her own D.C. neighborhood. They speak to our Hari Sreenivasan to discuss their work.

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Amanpour: Patricia Espinosa, James Cameron, John Kasich and Jerome Foster II

Fri, 23 Apr 2021 15:09:36 -0000

UN Climate Chief Patricia Espinosa joins Christiane Amanpour to discuss Biden's Earth Day summit and whether the pledges that have been made are enough. She’s argues we’re not there just yet. Then director James Cameron reveals why he took some time away from editing Avatar 2, 3 and 4 to make his latest project, "Secrets of the Whales.” Walter Isaacson speaks to long-time Republican and Former Ohio Governor John Kasich about how the environment was once a key issue for Republicans, not just Democrats. And finally, we hear from 18-year old Jerome Foster about his incredible journey from protesting the climate crisis outside the White House to helping create policy from inside.

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Amanpour: Jake Sullivan, Art Acevedo, Opal Temeti and Danielle Allen

Thu, 22 Apr 2021 20:06:20 -0000

In a long-awaited, historic verdict, jurors have found police officer Derek Chauvin guilty on all three counts of the murder of George Floyd; the unarmed black man killed last March that sparked a racial reckoning in the United States. To understand this profound moment National Security Advisor Jake Sullivan joins Christiane Amanpour to react, highlighting how the verdict shows the world, and the American people, that justice can prevail. Police Chief Art Acevedo discusses what this verdict could mean for police reform going forward. Then co-founder of Black Lives Matter Opal Temeti weighs in, explaining that whilst it’s a just, positive outcome, it’s not transformative.

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Amanpour: Leonid Volkov, Celeste Wallander, Larry Krasner and Nicole Perlroth

Wed, 21 Apr 2021 19:47:30 -0000

Leonid Volkov, Chief of Staff to Alexey Navalny, who's said to be gravely ill in prison, tells Christiane Amanpour the Kremlin does not want him to "die in custody but they want him to suffer." Then Celeste Wallander, former Special Assistant to President Obama on Russia, says the White House is preparing for a productive relationship with the Kremlin. Turning to America’s reckoning with racism, Philadelphia District Attorney and author of "For the People" Larry Krasner weighs in on the Derek Chauvin trial as well as making his case for re-election. Then our Hari Sreenivasan speaks to Nicole Perlroth, author and The New York Times Cybersecurity reporter, about today's cyber arms arms and what more the U.S. need to do to protect its citizens.

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Amanpour: Janeé Harteau, Andrew Reiner, Michael McCarthy, Craig Foster and Pippa Ehrlich

Tue, 20 Apr 2021 22:10:36 -0000

As the trial of Derek Chauvin for the killing of George Floyd continues, former Minneapolis Police Chief Janeé Harteau joins Christiane Amanpour to reflect on this turning point for police across America and the dire need for change. She calls his death a "shock to the conscience." Then turning to the tragic shadow pandemic of male suicide, Michael McCarthy, a father of father of suicide victim, and Andrew Reiner, author of "Better Boys, Better Men," dig into this crisis in men's mental health. Filmed over an eight-year period, "My Octopus Teacher" documents the unusual friendship natural history filmmaker Craig Foster developed with a wild Octopus and the valuable lessons it taught him about the natural world. Craig Foster and Director Pippa Ehrlich talk to our Hari Sreenivasan.

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Amanpour: Skye Fitzgerald, Nima Elbagir, Blake Bailey and Thomas Roberts

Mon, 19 Apr 2021 13:25:00 -0000

A famine is stalking Yemen; with nearly half a million at risk of starving to death. Oscar nominated documentary "Hunger Ward" looks at those bearing the brunt of this tragic reality: children. Director Skye Fitzgerald and international correspondent Nima Elbagir join Christiane Amanpour to discuss what they learnt in covering this humanitarian crisis. Then Blake Bailey, author of "Philip Roth: The Life," discusses the relationships, the obsessions and the legacy of American literary giant Philip Roth. A controversial police encounter occurred in Virginia in December, when Army 2nd Lieutenant Caron Nazario was held at gunpoint and pepper-sprayed by two police officers during a traffic stop and Nazario is suing for one million dollars in damages. His lawyer Thomas Roberts speaks with our Michel Martin about the incident in question.

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Amanpour: Fawzia Koofi, Jon Ossoff, Diane Warren and Laura Pausini

Fri, 16 Apr 2021 20:51:02 -0000

Afghan peace negotiator Fawzia Koofi joins Christiane Amanpour from Kabul to unpack President Biden's decision to withdraw U.S. troops from Afghanistan before September 11. Democratic Senator from Jon Ossoff speaks about the need for Congress to act in the wake of voter restriction laws in his home state of Georgia. Then Princeton sociology professor Patrick Sharkey talks to our Michel Martin about the unprecedented rise in urban violence over the last year and the relationship between police violence and guns. And finally, songwriters Diane Warren and Laura Pausini discuss their Oscar-nominated song "Io Si (Seen)" for the new Netflix film "The Life Ahead".

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Amanpour: Adm. William McRaven (Ret.), Elizabeth Becker and Michio Kaku

Thu, 15 Apr 2021 20:36:38 -0000

Three U.S. presidents have tried and failed to end the war in Afghanistan, and President Biden says he refuses to be the fourth. By September, he will withdraw thousands of U.S. troops from the country and NATO is likely to follow. Former head of U.S. Special Operations Command Admiral William McRaven (Ret.) was the commander of the mission that killed Osama Bin Laden, he joins Christiane Amanpour to explain how there probably will still be a small U.S. presence in Afghanistan even after President Biden pulls out troops. The contributions of journalists Kate Webb, Catherine Leroy and Frances Fitzgerald have long been overlooked, but now Elizabeth Becker – herself a former war correspondent – is telling their story in her new book, “You Don’t Belong Here: How Three Women Rewrote the Story of War.” She explains the story of these three women correspondents who changed war coverage forever. The discovery that a subatomic particle is behaving in a way nobody could have predicted has physicists excited. Our Walter Isaacson speaks to Michio Kaku, physicist and author of "The God Equation", about how what we know about the laws of the universe may be about to change.

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Amanpour: Ronen Bergman, Chris Coons, Sophia Nahli Allison and Kevin Roose

Tue, 13 Apr 2021 19:53:00 -0000

Ronen Bergman, staff reporter at The New York Times, joins Christiane Amanpour to discuss the escalating tensions between Iran and Israel after Sunday's attack on Natanz, one of Iran's main nuclear sites. Senator Chris Coons talks about how President Biden will deal with these challenges in the region. Sophia Nahli Allison, director of the Oscar nominated film "A Love Song for Latasha", discusses the real story behind the documentary. Our Hari Sreenivasan talks to author Kevin Roose about his new book "Futureproof" and how we can peacefully co-exist with algorithms.

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Amanpour: Aaron Sorkin, Sacha Baron Cohen, Gordon Brown and Tom Vilsack

Tue, 13 Apr 2021 10:09:37 -0000

Writer and director Aaron Sorkin and actor Sacha Baron Cohen's Netflix film "The Trial of the Chicago 7" has been met with critical acclaim and a host of awards. They join Christiane Amanpour to reveal the process of making the film and the power of comedy to expose society's flaws. Britain will be hosting the G7 in June – President Biden’s first summit of the world’s richest nations. Former British Prime Minister Gordon Brown says mass vaccination of the world should be top of the agenda. He explains how we desperately need more equal vaccine distribution. Then our Walter Isaacson speaks to U.S. Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack about the effect the pandemic has had on agriculture and the innovative methods of reform they plan to explore to help combat the industry's impact on climate change.

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Amanpour: Max Foster, Simon Lewis, Patricia Scotland and Saeed Khatibzadeh

Mon, 12 Apr 2021 22:50:01 -0000

As the British Royal family announce the passing of Prince Philip the Duke of Edinburgh at the age of 99, royal correspondent Max Foster joins Christiane Amanpour from Windsor to reflect on the life and legacy of the man who stood by the Queen’s side for 73 years. Then former communications Secretary to the Queen Simon Lewis explains how he modernized the British monarchy. Secretary-General of the Commonwealth of Nations Patricia Scotland digs deeper into his extraordinary and often candid and exuberant contribution to the UK and the Commonwealth. Historians Simon Schama and Margaret MacMillan also weigh in on this historic day and discuss the future of the royal family. Then turning to Iran, the country’s Foreign Ministry Spokesman Saeed Khatibzadeh explains why Tehran won't engage with Washington until the Biden administration rejoins the nuclear deal.

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Amanpour: Laura Coates, Donald De Lucca, Regina King, Kemp Powers and Dorothy A. Brown

Thu, 08 Apr 2021 21:50:09 -0000

All eyes are keenly focused on the long-awaited trial of Derek Chauvin for the murder of George Floyd. Today, doctors take the stand for the defense, arguing that Chauvin acted beyond reasonable force and police procedure. Former federal prosecutor Laura Coates and former police chief Donald De Lucca unpack the evidence being laid out and how what we learn in the trial could shape police training and reform going forward. Then actress Regina King and screenwriter Kemp Powers explain how the historic events depicted in the Oscar-nominated "One Night in Miami" have a special resonance in the aftermath of George Floyd's death. The film is a fictional imagining of a night in 1964 when legends Malcolm X, Sam Cooke and Muhammad Ali came together. Continuing the discussion of race, Dorothy A. Brown, author of, "The Whiteness of Wealth," joins our Michel Martin to explain how even the American tax system isn’t free from racism. Her book compiles decades of research and anecdotes, highlighting how the tax system impoverishes black people.

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Amanpour: Paola Ramos, Nasser AlKidwa, Tracie Keesee, Phillip Atiba Goff and Mahani Teave

Fri, 26 Mar 2021 21:02:49 -0000

Paola Ramos, VICE Correspondent, tells Christiane Amanpour about her new report from Colombia's border with Panama on the dangerous journeys migrants take to reach the U.S. Nasser Alkidwa, former Palestinian Foreign Minister, discusses his new independent party and the upcoming elections. Our Michel Martin talks to Tracie Keesee and Phillip Atiba Goff, co-founders of The Centre for Policing Equity, about grappling with police reform. Mahani Teave discusses giving up her career as a concert pianist to return to her home of Rapa Nui, or Easter Island, to create its first music school.

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Amanpour: Dr. Soumya Swaminathan, Tim O'Brien and James Carroll

Thu, 25 Mar 2021 21:24:59 -0000

World Health Organization Chief Scientist Dr. Soumya Swaminathan joins Christiane Amanpour to reflect on the vaccine rollout so far; both the progress and the setbacks. She warns the EU Covid-19 vaccine export ban could snowball and become uncontrollable. Then as Iraq grapples with their highest number of daily covid cases since the pandemic began, CNN Correspondent Arwa Damon's reports on their parallel epidemic of crystal meth. She explores the ecosystem of this silent war, from the dealers to the rehab clinics. Turning to America, award-winning novelist Tim O'Brien says he has to pretend that his books can stop wars or change minds. He talks books, fatherhood and his new documentary "The War and Peace of Tim O'Brien." Then our Michel Martin speaks to James Carroll, former priest and author of "The Truth at the Heart of the Lie", about the need for reform in the church, including giving women a voice within the institution.

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Amanpour: Cui Tiankai, Joe Parkinson and Priti Krishtel

Thu, 25 Mar 2021 20:49:20 -0000

Cui Tiankai, Chinese Ambassador to the U.S., calls CNN's reporting on Uyghur children separated from their families and kept from leaving China's Xinjiang region "immoral" and a "fabrication" in a wide ranging conversation with Christiane Amanpour. Joe Parkinson, co-author of "Bring Back Our Girls", discusses the kidnapping of nearly 300 Chibok schoolgirls in 2014 and the agency and solidarity that bonded them. Our Hari Sreenivasan talks to Priti Krishtel, Co-Founder and Executive Director of Initiative for Medicines, Access & Knowledge, about vaccine nationalism and why we need to rethink how patents are regulated.

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Amanpour: Dave Cullen, Tom Mauser, Jess Philips and Neil deGrasse Tyson

Thu, 25 Mar 2021 00:42:10 -0000

President Joe Biden has called for Congress to enact stricter gun control measures after another deadly shooting rocks America, this time in Boulder, Colorodo. Dave Cullen, author of "Columbine" and "Parkland: Birth of a Movement", and Tom Mauser, whose teenage son was killed in the Columbine massacre, join Christiane Amanpour to discuss. Then in the aftermath of the Sarah Everard murder, British Labour MP and Shadow Minister for Domestic Violence and Safeguarding Jess Philips reflects on this moment of opportunity for ending violence against women once and for all. And our Walter Isaacson speaks to renowned physicist Neil deGrasse Tyson about his new book, "Cosmic Queries," co-authored with fellow physicist James Trefil. He explains his thirst to explore the really big questions of the universe.

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Amanpour: Bill Taylor, Christine Runyan, George Takei and Sanne Derks

Tue, 23 Mar 2021 21:15:00 -0000

Former U.S. Ambassador to Ukraine Bill Taylor joins Christiane Amanpour to discuss President Biden's latest foreign policy moves. He says clarity in purpose and in message are essential as he takes his place on the world stage. Then clinical psychologist Christine Runyan explains how to combat COVID-19 'brain fog'. She explores how our ability to manage stress has shrunk but offers simple ways to recover some in peace as the pandemic continues. As a young Japanese-American boy during World War II, actor and sci-fi legend George Takei was imprisoned with his family in the now infamous U.S. internment camps. He talks to our Hari Sreenivasan about the history behind today's anti-Asian attacks. And finally, Dutch photographer and anthropologist Sanne Derks shares her work documenting severe water shortages in Cuba.

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Amanpour: Merav Michaeli, Elif Shafak, Derek DelGaudio and Roya Beheshti

Sat, 20 Mar 2021 10:02:33 -0000

Leader of Israel's Labor Party Merav Michaeli talks to Christiane Amanpour about how she plans to revive her party and her push for equality. And as the news is dominated by violence against women from London to Istanbul, Turkish novelist and women’s rights activist Elif Shafak criticizes the Turkish government for not supporting women. Then turning to a spot of magic, our Michel Martin speaks to magician and writer Derek DelGaudio about card tricks, his new memoir and his show being taken to the small screen. And finally, the late Maryam Mirzakhani remains the only female winner of the prestigious Fields Medal – the highest honor in mathematics. Her lifelong friend Professor Roya Beheshti shares their shared passion for the subject and Maryam’s lasting impacting on women, both in Iran and around the world.

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Amanpour: Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva, Pete Buttigieg and Chokwe Antar Lumumba

Fri, 19 Mar 2021 22:40:17 -0000

Former Brazilian President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva talks to Christiane Amanpour about President Bolsonaro, the pandemic and potential plans to run again. He urges U.S. President Joe Biden to gather the G20 to face the coronavirus crisis. Our Walter Isaacson speaks to Biden’s new U.S. Transportation Secretary Pete Buttigieg about why billions of dollars are going to transit in the COVID-19 relief bill. He explains how transportation is an equity issue crucially linked to both health and the climate. Then turning to another issue of infrastructure, Jackson, Mississippi Mayor Chokwe Antar Lumumba says 'water is essential to life.' But as state government strips resources from his majority Black city, the infrastructure suffers.

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Amanpour: Elizabeth Neumann, John Hume Jr., Martin Luther King III and Jeremy Lin

Thu, 18 Mar 2021 21:33:34 -0000

Former Assistant Secretary of Homeland Security Elizabeth Neumann talks to Christiane Amanpour about the urgent situation at the U.S. border and the dire need for immigration reform. John Hume Jr, son of the late architect of Northern Irish peace, and Martin Luther King III reflect on the intertwined and enduring legacies of their fathers as peace builders and civil rights champions. Then in a conversation recorded just before Tuesday’s deadly attack in Atlanta, pro basketball player Jeremy Lin tells our Michel Martin why he chose to speak out after being called “coronavirus” by a fellow player on the court.

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Amanpour: Dr. Anthony Costello, David Spiegelhalter, Mandu Reid, Jackson Katz and Jahana Hayes

Tue, 16 Mar 2021 22:47:00 -0000

Several European nations have suspended the use of the AstraZeneca vaccine after a Danish woman died from blood clots following her first shot. However, doctors and scientists maintain there is no link and the vaccine is in fact completely safe. Professor of Global Health at UCL Dr. Anthony Costello and statistician David Spiegelhalter join Christiane Amanpour to discuss the impact of this decision. Then turning to the shadow pandemic of violence against women, the kidnap and murder of 33-year-old British woman Sarah Everard has shocked the nation and sparked a conversation about sexual assault, harassment and women’s safety. Mandu Reid, the leader of the Women's Equality Party, and Jackson Katz, an anti-violence educator, explain why it’s so important we reframe the conversation and hold men accountable. Our Michel Martin speaks to Connecticut Congresswoman Jahana about her 10 year experience as a teacher and the unprecedented challenges that teachers have faced over the past year.

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Amanpour: Luiz Henrique Mandetta, Marc Benioff, Waad Al-Kateab and Gianfranco Rosi

Mon, 15 Mar 2021 23:16:17 -0000

Second only to the United states, Brazil’s death toll stands at over 275,000 and it’s now entering the deadliest chapter in this crisis. CNN Correspondent Matt Rivers gives us the view from the ground in Sao Paolo. Then Brazil's former health minister Luiz Henrique Mandetta joins Christiane Amanpour to discuss the failings of President Bolsonaro to tackle the pandemic and warns that there are many difficult days ahead. One corporation, Salesforce, is using its vast computing resources to help health agencies around the world track vaccinations. Our Hari Sreenivasan speaks to CEO Marc Benioff about the many ways COVID-19 is changing the world, both for businesses and the public. Today marks 10 years since the start of the war of Syria; a deadly conflict that would decimate millions of lives and leave the economy in tatters. Directors Waad Al-Kateab and Gianfranco Rosi reflect on where Syria is today. Their documentaries “For Sama" and "Notturno" respectively give an emotional and raw account of life under siege and the aftermath of so many years of war.

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Amanpour: Annalee Newitz, EJ Dionne Jr, Alexander McLean, Jane Manyonge and Shankar Vedantam

Sat, 13 Mar 2021 20:46:37 -0000

Author Annalee Newitz and Columnist EJ Dionne Jr. join Christiane Amanpour to discuss President Biden's stimulus bill and the lessons that can be drawn from our descendants in Ancient Rome when it comes to disaster relief. Then, rescued from death row by a legal education; Alexander McLean and Jane Manyonge speak about the Justice Defenders, an organization providing inmates in Africa with legal training. And Shankar Vedantam, host of the popular podcast “Hidden Brain,” explains to Hari Sreenivasan why self-delusion can be a helpful tool to get us through the hard parts of life.

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Amanpour: Kyaw Moe Tun, Barbara Woodward, Florian Zeller and Mukul Deora

Fri, 12 Mar 2021 21:11:00 -0000

As tensions in Myanmar continue, the country’s Ambassador to the United Nations Kyaw Moe Tun joins Christiane Amanpour. He pushes back on the military's claim it will hold new elections, arguing they are not needed, and urges the world to help the Burmese people. Then UK Ambassador to the United Nations Barbara Woodward weighs in with her view on the developing situation. Florian Zeller, director of the "The Father," describes how his new film lets audiences experience dementia and tells Amanpour why he thinks Sir Anthony Hopkins is the world's greatest actor. Our Hari Sreenivasan speaks to producer Mukul Deora about his new film “The White Tiger” starring Priyanka Chophra and adapted from the Booker Winning book of the same name.

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Amanpour: John Kirby, Walter Isaacson and Nse Ufot

Thu, 11 Mar 2021 20:57:19 -0000

Next week sees the first international travel for President Biden’s cabinet officials since his inauguration, as Secretary of State Antony Blinken and Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin fly to Japan and South Korea. Pentagon spokesman John Kirby speaks to Christiane Amanpour to discuss Biden’s foreign policy, from China and Afghanistan to tackling the problems of sexual harassment and extremism within the military. In “The Code Breaker” Amanpour contributor Walter Isaacson explores the promise and potential perils of the CRISPR technology discovered by Jennifer Doudna. He explains what he learnt. Then our Michel Martin speaks to Nse Ufot, CEO of The New Georgia Project, about the fight for voting rights in Georgia.

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Amanpour: David Scheffer, Jewher Ilham, Whitney Wolfe Herd, Sukhi Samra and Amy Castro Baker

Wed, 10 Mar 2021 22:30:50 -0000

As a damning report is unveiled accusing China of genocide against its Uyghur Muslim population, former U.S. Ambassador-at-Large for War Crimes Issues David Scheffer and Uyghur activist Jewher Ilham join Christiane Amanpour to discuss the importance of holding the Chinese government to account. Last month, Bumble founder and CEO Emily Wolfe Herd became the youngest woman to take a major American company public. She talks about her personal journey, dating in the age of COVID-19 and how she is making the online dating landscape for women safer. Turning to welfare and the economy; a new study says guaranteed income is the answer to poverty in the United States. Director Sukhi Samra and researcher Amy Castro Baker speak about the SEED program's preliminary results with Hari Sreenivasan.

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Amanpour: Peter Westmacott, Bonnie Greer, Alexander De Croo, Ayoade Alakija, Jared Isaacman and Hayley Arceneaux

Tue, 09 Mar 2021 22:15:05 -0000

Former royals Meghan and Harry’s bombshell interview with Oprah saw accusations of racism against the British royal family as well as reflections on Meghan’s personal battle with her mental health. Former deputy private secretary to Prince Charles Peter Westmacott and New European columnist Bonnie Greer join Christiane Amanpour to unpack the interview and how the crown will react. To mark International Women’s Day Belgian PM Alexander De Croo explains why gender equality is a moral and economic issue that men should work to achieve. Then turning to covid, Ayoade Alakija talks about leading the push for vaccine equity in Africa. She says that as wealthy countries snap up vaccine doses other countries are left behind. And finally, Billionaire entrepreneur Jared Isaacman is funding Inspiration4 — the world’s first all-civilian space mission — with SpaceX. Our Walter Isaacson speaks to him and Hayley Arceneaux who is set to be the first crew member of the historic mission.

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Amanpour: Ilhan Omar, Mara Wilson, Dr. Rhea Boyd and Dr. Joia Crear Perry

Tue, 09 Mar 2021 17:18:36 -0000

Congresswoman Ilhan Omar joins Christiane Amanpour to discuss the possible plot to breach the Capitol again today and the sweeping voting rights and government ethics bill passed in the House. Actress Mara Wilson talks about her experiences navigating the press and living in the public eye as a child actor. Our Hari Sreenivasan talks to Dr. Rhea Boyd and Dr. Joia Crear Perry about their campaign "The Conversation: Between Us, About Us" to help combat vaccine hesitancy in black communities.

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Amanpour: Dr Sasa, Isabel Allende, James Patterson, Matt Eversmann and Ben Wedeman

Fri, 05 Mar 2021 21:03:36 -0000

Dr Sasa, the envoy representing Myanmar's parliament to the U.N, joins Christiane Amanpour to discuss the escalating violence at the hands of the military in his country and the help Myanmar needs from the international community. Isabel Allende, author of "The Soul of a Woman", talks about her latest book and her journey as a feminist. Our Walter Isaacson talks to James Patterson and Matt Eversmann about their new book "Walk In My Combat Boots: True Stories from America's Bravest Warriors" about how crucial it is for Americans to understand the military better. Correspondent Ben Wedeman talks about the significance of Pope Francis' first visit to Iraq.

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Amanpour: Gayle Tzemach Lemmon, Gen. John Allen (Ret.), Shaka King, Dominique Fishback and Karla Cornejo Villavicencio

Wed, 03 Mar 2021 21:40:00 -0000

Gayle Tzemach Lemmon, author of "The Daughters of Kobani", and Retired General John Allen, who led the global coalition against ISIS, join Christiane Amanpour to discuss President Biden's foreign policy priorities and the the challenges women face against extremists in Syria. Actress Dominique Fishback and Shaka King, director and co-writer of "Judas and the Black Messiah" discuss the new film and its story of the Black Panther leader Fred Hampton. Our Aarti Shahani talks to Karla Cornejo Villavicencio, author of "The Undocumented Americans", about the long term impact of family separation.

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Amanpour: Kazuo Ishiguro, Candace Johnson and Tim Ryan

Tue, 02 Mar 2021 21:26:23 -0000

Nobel prize-winning novelist Kazuo Ishiguro joins Christiane Amanpour to discuss his new book, "Klara and the Sun" that asks what it means to be human. Candace Johnson, President and CEO of Roswell Park Comprehensive Cancer Center, talks about the possible capabilities of Cuba's biotech field now that the country has developed its own covid vaccine. Our Michel Martin talks to Democratic Congressman Tim Ryan about the challenges ahead in the Senate for President Biden's $1.9 trillion stimulus package.

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Amanpour: Christine Schraner Burgener, Ben Hubbard, Nischelle Turner and Elizabeth Kolbert

Mon, 01 Mar 2021 21:06:17 -0000

Christine Schraner Burgener, U.N. Special Envoy on Myanmar, discusses the ongoing unrest in the country where defiant protesters returned to the streets again today after security forces killed at least 18 on Sunday, according to the UN. Ben Hubbard, The New York Times Beirut Bureau Chief, talks about the Biden administration's handling of the release of the intelligence report into the murder of journalist Jamal Khashoggi and relations in the region. Nischelle Turner, host of "Entertainment Tonight", discusses the 78th Golden Globe Awards. Our Hari Sreenivasan talks to Elizabeth Kolbert, author of "Under a White Sky: The Nature of the Future", about the unintended consequences of our efforts to solve the climate crisis.

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Amanpour: Hatice Cengiz, Sarah Leah Whitson, Chuck Hagel, Deirdre Fishel, Catherine "CJ" Johnson and Errol Louis

Fri, 26 Feb 2021 21:42:47 -0000

As the U.S. intelligence report on the murder of journalist Jamal Khashoggi is released finding Mohammed bin Salman responsible for approving the operation, Christiane Amanpour gets an emotional reaction from Hatice Cengiz, Jamal's fiancée, and analysis from Sarah Leah Whitson, Executive Director of Democracy for the Arab World Now. Chuck Hagel, former U.S. Defense Secretary, discusses the implications of the report as it comes in the wake of the airstrike on Iran-backed militia groups in Syria. Director Deirdre Fishel and Catherine "CJ" Johnson, former Minneapolis Police Department Inspector, talk about the new PBS documentary "Women in Blue". Our Michel Martin talks to Errol Louis, political anchor at Spectrum News, about the controversy surrounding Governor Cuomo over covid-19 related deaths in nursing homes.

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Amanpour: Linda Sanchez, Andrea Martinez, Jodie Foster, Nancy Hollander and Reuben Miller

Thu, 25 Feb 2021 20:55:36 -0000

Congresswoman Linda Sanchez tells Christiane Amanpour about the immigration bill she introduced and why now is the time to pass this reform. Andrea Martinez, immigration attorney, discusses the human impact immigration policy has and her work to reunite families separated under Trump's zero tolerance policy. Actress Jodie Foster and lawyer Nancy Hollander talk about the new film "The Mauritanian" and the real life story of detention at Guantanamo Bay that inspired it. Our Michel Martin talks to Reuben Miller, author of "Halfway Home", about the realities of life after incarceration.

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Amanpour: David Cameron, Samuel Burke and Julia Marcus

Wed, 24 Feb 2021 21:11:12 -0000

David Cameron, former British Prime Minister, discusses his call to action for energy investment in fragile states where the pandemic has hit the hardest. Samuel Burke, host of "Suddenly Family", discusses his family's shocking DNA discovery that led to making a podcast about other lives turned upside down by at home genetic tests. Our Hari Sreenivasan talks to Julia Marcus, Infectious Disease Epidemiologist at Harvard University, about how to mitigate the risk of covid in a sustainable way.

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Amanpour: Nadhim Zahawi, Ran Balicer, Mohamedou Ould Slahi, Steve Wood, Kevin Macdonald and Kurt Bardella

Tue, 23 Feb 2021 21:56:55 -0000

Nadhim Zahawi, UK Vaccines Minister, and Ran Balicer, Chair of Israel's Covid-19 National Experts Panel discuss the successful vaccine rollout schemes in their countries. Mohamedou Ould Slahi, former Guantanamo Bay detainee, Steve Wood, a former guard at the detention camp, and director Kevin Macdonald discuss their new film "The Mauritanian" based on Mohamedou's book "Guantanamo Diary". Our Hari Sreenivasan talks to Kurt Bardella, former senior adviser to The Lincoln Project, about the allegations against the organization's co-founder John Weaver, and the "civil war" within the GOP.

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Amanpour: Anote Tong, Aliza Ayaz, Steven Yeun and Bill Gates

Mon, 22 Feb 2021 21:37:59 -0000

Anote Tong, former President of Kiribati, and Aliza Ayaz, climate activist and UN Youth Ambassador for Sustainable Development Goals, join Christiane Amanpour to discuss the very real effects of the climate crisis in Kiribati and Pakistan - and what might change now the U.S. has rejoined the Paris Climate Accord. Actor Steven Yeun discusses his new film "Minari" about a Korean family trying to build a new life in rural Arkansas. Our Walter Isaacson talks to billionaire philanthropist Bill Gates about the pandemic, the climate crisis and his new book "How to Avoid a Climate Disaster".

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Amanpour: Lina al-Hathloul, David Olusoga, Jake Sullivan and Shoshana Zuboff

Mon, 22 Feb 2021 14:25:42 -0000

Lina al-Hathloul, sister of Saudi women's rights activist, Loujain al-Hathloul, joins Christiane Amanpour to discuss her sister's release from prison and her views on Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman. She argues he is not a reformer and that in Saudi Arabia, "activism is considered terrorism". We look at the history behind vaccine hesitancy in minorities with historian David Olusoga. He explains how he's campaigning to get minority communities in the UK to take the vaccine and why that hesitancy exists in Britain and beyond. Then U.S. National Security Adviser Jake Sullivan talks about reviving the Iran deal, the SolarWinds, troops in Afghanistan and relations with Saudi Arabia. Turning to big tech, our Hari Sreenivasan speaks to Shoshana Zuboff, author of "The Age of Surveillance Capitalism," about the information coup the tech companies are waging through data collection.

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Amanpour: Nathalie Tocci, Vali Nasr, Stacey Holman and Lee Daniels

Fri, 19 Feb 2021 21:15:00 -0000

Can President Biden reverse the Trump administration’s withdrawal from the Iran Nuclear Deal? Former State Department adviser Vali Nasr and EU foreign policy adviser Nathalie Tocci join Christiane Amanpour to discuss what it will take to revive the deal. Then Stacey Holman, series producer and director of "The Black Church", explains how the resilient institution has sustained African Americans for 400 years. Our Michel Martin also talks to Oscar-winning director Lee Daniels about his new film "The United States Vs. Billie Holiday” which charts how the jazz legend ended up on the wrong side of the Federal Bureau of Narcotics, all because of her song “Strange Fruit.”

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Amanpour: Terry Branstad, Robin Wright, Dr. James Gordon and Stacey Plasket

Thu, 18 Feb 2021 19:06:00 -0000

Former Ambassador to China Terry Branstad joins Christiane Amanpour to talk China and Trump. He describes meeting Xi Jinping in the 1980s when he was the Iowa governor Xi was a young Communist official. Actor and director Robin Wright and trauma specialist Dr. James Gordon discuss working together on the new film "Land"; a story of human resilience and hope at its core. Then Michel Martin speaks to Delegate for the U.S. Virgin Islands Stacey Plaskett about her experience as one of the nine impeachment managers in former President Donald Trump's second impeachment trial.

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Amanpour: Tom Malinowski, Heather McGhee and Dr. Eric Topol

Wed, 17 Feb 2021 22:14:47 -0000

A journalist on the ground in Myanmar gives Christiane Amanpour the scene from the streets as thousands of protesters continue their resistance to the military coup. Then Congressman Tom Malinowski weighs in; he says the coup and struggle for democracy in Myanmar is going to be protracted but that it will be a no-win situation for the military. Turning to race and equality, policy expert Heather McGhee, author of the book "The Sum of Us," says diversity could be America's superpower, but discrimination leaves all impoverished. And in tentative good news, our Walter Isaacson speaks to Dr. Eric Topol, top medical researcher and professor, about the falling number of COVID cases and deaths in both the UK and U.S. and how vaccine rollout is going.

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Amanpour: Peter Westmacott, Samantha Stark and Bill Cassidy

Tue, 16 Feb 2021 23:47:53 -0000

What can Biden’s America can offer the world? Former British ambassador Peter Westmacott, author of "They Call It Diplomacy," joins Christiane Amanpour to discuss. He says that despite a "nasty bump," the U.S. can be a guiding light for democracy. Then the documentary that everyone has been talking about; Samantha Stark, the director behind "Framing Britney Spears," explains what she learned about the pop icon and her controversial conservatorship. Out of 50 Republican senators, only seven dared to cross Trump and vote to convict the former president. One was Louisiana Senator Bill Cassidy; he speaks to our Walter Isaacson about why he’s sticking to his guns.

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Amanpour: Tawakkol Karman, Robert Worth, Stanley Tucci and Jason Stanley

Fri, 12 Feb 2021 11:59:19 -0000

The complex proxy war in Yemen has been raging for 7 years and has caused the world’s worst humanitarian crisis. But will President Biden offer a road to peace? Activist Tawakkol Karman, 2011 Nobel Peace Prize winner, and journalist Robert Worth join Christiane Amanpour to explain what it will take. Former FBI Special Agent Asha Rangappa says the Trump team's impeachment defense, that his speech was protected, does not hold water as a legal issue. She argues that his lawyers have an uphill battle. Then a burst of Italian food and culture – a new CNN series, "Stanley Tucci: Searching for Italy," sees the actor touring Italy and sampling local cuisine. He explains what he discovered along the way. Turning back to the Capitol attack and a sinister video that was played at the March to Save America Rally on January 6th; Jason Stanley is an expert on fascist propaganda and he says the video was just that. The author of “How Fascism Works” breaks down the video bit by bit with our Hari Sreenivasan.

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Amanpour: Derek Mitchell, Noah Feldman, Phoebe Bridgers, Ronan Farrow

Wed, 10 Feb 2021 20:35:53 -0000

As mass protests continue in Myanmar, former US Ambassador to Myanmar Derek Mitchell joins Christiane Amanpour to discuss the situation on the ground and his worries for the safety of demonstrators. Turning to U.S. politics and the second impeachment of Donald Trump, constitutional law scholar and Harvard Law professor Noah Feldman says republicans are clinging to the constitutionality argument to avoid convicting Trump. He says this is a bad argument. With a new album, four Grammy nominations and a breakthrough performance on SNL, Singer Songwriter Phoebe Bridgers is having a smashing success. She talks about her rock and roll moment on SNL, the meaning behind her lyrics and why the music industry needs more women backstage. Then our Michel Martin speaks to Ronan Farrow, contributing writer at The New Yorker, about the actual faces people behind the Capitol riot – who they are and what their motivations were.

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Amanpour: Angus Thomson, Dr. Matshidiso Moeti, Judy Collins and Nikki King

Mon, 08 Feb 2021 22:40:59 -0000

Dr Matshidiso Moeti, W.H.O regional director for Africa, and Angus Thomson of UNICEF, join Christiane Amanpour to discuss the latest in the coronavirus pandemic, specifically the study on the AstraZeneca vaccine's efficacy against the South Africa variant. Then folk singer Judy Collins talks about her return to New York's The Town Hall and reflects on her 60-year career that helped launch Joni Mitchell and Leonard Cohen. And lastly, our Hari Sreenivasan speaks to Nikki King, manager of Behavioral Health and Addiction Services at Margaret Mary Health. She witnessed the devastating impact of opioid epidemic on the southeastern Kentucky community she grew up in.

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Amanpour: Bob Menendez, Nury Turkel, Viggo Mortensen, Ibram X. Kendi and Keisha N. Blain

Fri, 05 Feb 2021 23:23:43 -0000

Senator Bob Menendez joins Christiane Amanpour to discuss America’s new foreign policy goals under President Biden and how the U.S. plans to regain its respect on the world stage. He digs into how Biden is approaching the alleged genocide of Muslim Uyghur’s in China. Then Uyghur-American lawyer Nury Turkel further highlights China’s treatment of the Ughurs, calling it modern-day slavery that the world is failing to stop. In his new film "Falling," Viggo Mortensen takes on his directorial debut and the leading roll, exploring the devastating effects of dementia. Then our Michel Martin speaks to award-winning historians, Ibram X Kendi and Keisha N. Blain about their new book “Four Hundred Souls”: a choral history of 400 years of African America explored through the voices of 90 Black writers.

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Amanpour: Asa Hutchinson, Tobias Lindholm, Ingrid Wall, Joachim Wall and Andrew Ross Sorkin

Thu, 04 Feb 2021 22:20:32 -0000

Republican Governor of Arkansas Asa Hutchinson joins Christiane Amanpour to discuss why he thinks Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene should not be on committee assignments. Then, Ingrid and Joachim Wall speak to Amanpour, along with Director Tobias Lindholm, about the gruesome murder of their daughter Kim Wall, and the investigation’s portrayal in the new series, “The Investigation.” Financial Columnist Andrew Ross Sorkin speaks to Walter Isaacson about what the GameStop trading frenzy means for investors of the future.

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Amanpour: Tim Harford, Dr. Helen Rees, Ebs Burnough and Charles Blow

Wed, 03 Feb 2021 23:29:01 -0000

Journalist Tim Harford and renowned medical researcher Dr. Helen Rees join Christiane Amanpour to discuss the latest on covid-19 vaccines and the spread of disinformation. Then, CNN’s Phil Black spends some time with bereaved families who have tragically lost loved ones to the virus. Director Ebs Burnough speaks to Amanpour about his debut film about the American author Truman Capote. Author Charles Blow talks to Hari Sreenivasan about his book, "The Devil You Know: A Black Power Manifesto."

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Amanpour: Sergey Markov, Marina Litvinenko, Kehinde Wiley and Adam Grant

Tue, 02 Feb 2021 21:28:14 -0000

Sergey Markov, Director of the Institute of Political Studies, joins Christiane Amanpour to discuss Russian opposition leader Alexey Navalny's sentencing to two and a half years in jail. Marina Litvinenko, widow of Alexander Litvinenko, talks about the ongoing protests across the country and the her unique perspective following her husband's death in 2006 that was likely at the hands of President Putin. Artist Kehinde Wiley, best known for his presidential portrait of Barak Obama, discusses spending the last year in his Senegal studio and watching the Black Lives Matter protests in America play out from afar. Our Walter Isaacson talks to Adam Grant, author of "Think Again: The Power of Knowing What You Don't Know" about whether we can unlearn firmly held opinions and beliefs.

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Amanpour: Javad Zarif, Tom Andrews, Eliot Higgins and Emily Ramshaw

Mon, 01 Feb 2021 21:10:08 -0000

In an exclusive interview, Iranian Foreign Minister Javad Zarif tells Christiane Amanpour that the U.S. has "a limited window of opportunity" to return to the Iran nuclear deal. As President Biden threatens to review sanctions on Myanmar following the military's staged coup, Tom Andrews, U.N. Special Rapporteur on Myanmar, discusses how the situation arose. Eliot Higgins, founder of Bellingcat and author of the new book "We are Bellingcat: An Intelligence Agency for the People", discuss his investigation into the poisoning of Russian opposition leader Alexey Navalny. Our Hari Sreenivasan talks to Emily Ramshaw, the Co-founder and CEO of 19th*, about the non-profit's work covering gender, politics and policy during a pandemic that is hitting women so hard.

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Amanpour: Martin Baron, Ahdaf Soueif, Amna Guellali, Chris Young and Kevin Sharp

Mon, 01 Feb 2021 15:24:13 -0000

Washington Post executive editor Marty Baron is retiring after a legendary career in journalism. He joins Christiane Amanpour to discuss his life and legacy and how he credits his 'strong sense of mission' for his success. Then looking back at the Arab Spring ten years on; Egyptian novelist Ahdaf Souief and Amnesty International's Amna Guellali discuss how the region has changed since the revolutions one decade ago. Chris Young was sentenced to life in prison at the age of 22 due to mandatory minimum laws, after a third nonviolent drug-related conviction in 2010. Kevin Sharp was the federal judge who handed down that sentence and who later resigned from his lifelong judicial appointment and then worked with Young’s legal team to overturn the sentence. Sharp and Young join our Michel Martin to tell their story.

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Amanpour: Judea Pearl, Mariana Mazzucato, Stuart Stevens and Jon Batiste

Thu, 28 Jan 2021 22:48:35 -0000

As Pakistan's Supreme Court orders the release of the four men accused and previously convicted of the murder of American journalist Daniel Pearl in 2002, Christiane Amanpour is joined by his father Judea Pearl to reflect on the loss of his son and getting justice. Economist Mariana Mazzucato talks about her new book "Mission Economy" and how the public and private sectors must collaborate to tackle the world's big problems. Then former Republican consultant and author of "It Was All a Lie", Stuart Stevens , says unless the GOP changes, the long term trend is bad for the Republican party. Our Michel Martin talks to Grammy nominated composer, singer and pianist Jon Batiste about making the music behind “Soul”, his activism and new album "We Are."

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Amanpour: Jim Clyburn, Barry Gibb and Jack Lew

Wed, 27 Jan 2021 21:27:55 -0000

Jim Clyburn, Democratic Congressman, joins Christiane Amanpour to discuss the climate agenda President Biden set out today and the theme of equity that runs through the President's executive actions. Barry Gibb, the last surviving member of the Bee Gees, discusses the band's legacy and the new HBO documentary that looks at their extraordinary stardom, 'The Bee Gees: How Can You Mend a Broken Heart'. Our Hari Sreenivasan talks to former Treasury Secretary Jack Law about Biden's massive stimulus plan and the economic challenges and opportunities that lie ahead.

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Amanpour: Kristalina Georgieva, Rafael Nadal and Ezra Klein

Tue, 26 Jan 2021 20:05:00 -0000

Kristalina Georgieva, Managing Director of the International Monetary Fund, joins Christiane Amanpour to discuss the economic recovery from the pandemic in 2020 and why it will be unequal and uneven. Then, 20-time Grand Slam Tennis Champion Rafael Nadal discusses the upcoming Australian Open from quarantine in his hotel room in Adelaide. Our Walter Isaacson talks to Ezra Klein, the New York Times columnist and host of "The Ezra Klein Show", about bipartisanship in U.S. politics.

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Amanpour: Evelyn Farkas, Nina Khrushcheva, Michael Mann, Dr. Nicholas Caputo and Dr. Richard Levitan

Mon, 25 Jan 2021 21:02:20 -0000

Evelyn Farkas, former U.S. Deputy Assistant Secretary of Defense for Russia, and Nina Khrushcheva, Professor of International Affairs at The New School, join Christiane Amanpour to discuss the protests in Russia against the detention of opposition leader Alexey Navalny, and how the Biden administration should respond. Then, climatologist and author Michael Mann breaks down how the fossil fuel industry is encouraging climate inaction and discusses his latest book, "The New Climate War". Our Hari Sreenivasan talks to Dr Richard Levitan and Dr Nicholas Caputo, two ER physicians, about how pulse oximetry is crucial to managing the ongoing pandemic.

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Amapour: Micheál Marti, Dror Moreh, Gamal Helal, Aaron David Miller and Andy Slavitt

Fri, 22 Jan 2021 23:00:41 -0000

With coronavirus infection rates soaring in Ireland, Taoiseach Micheál Martin joins Christiane Amanpour to discuss introducing new measures to combat the spread of the virus. He also reflects on Biden’s proud Celtic roots, the U.S.-Ireland relationship and the damning new report that shows 9,000 children died in Ireland’s mother-and-baby homes. Then a new documentary, “The Human Factor", offers a fly-on-the-wall view of Israeli-Palestinian negotiations, bringing the quirks, tragedies and many missed opportunities. The director of the new film Dror Moreh, former peace negotiating adviser Gamal Helal and former U.S. Middle East coordinator Aaron David Miller join a panel discussion to unpack the Middle East process then and now. Our Hari Sreenivasan speaks to Andy Slavitt, a senior adviser to the COVID Response Team, about what the new government has inherited from the Trump administration and Biden's plan moving forward.

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Amanpour: Devi Sridhar, Jens Stoltenberg, Adam Schiff and David Kessler

Thu, 21 Jan 2021 23:33:26 -0000

Devi Sridhar, professor of Global Public Health at the University of Edinburgh, joins Christiane Amanpour to asses where the UK is at with its vaccine rollout and how Biden plans to quickly implement his federal plan to combat covid-19. Jens Stoltenberg, NATO Secretary General, discusses President Biden's promise to repair alliances and "engage with the world once again." House Intelligence Chairman Representative Adam Schiff talks impeachment; he says we should not presume all Americans nor U.S. Senators have seen all the evidence related to the insurrection. Then our Michel Martin speaks to David Kessler, author of "Finding Meaning: The Sixth Stage of Grief", about President Biden’s unique understanding of grief and the importance of remembrance.

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Amanpour: Paul Krugman, Andrea Bernstein, Mary Trump and Jeh Johnson

Mon, 18 Jan 2021 23:12:26 -0000

A new era begins in U.S. politics this week with the inauguration of Joe Biden on Wednesday. He promises to vaccine 100 million Americans in 100 days and help families around the country who are struggling financially as a result of the pandemic. Paul Krugman, the Nobel prize-winning Economist, joins Christiane Amanpour to discuss coronavirus, unemployment, national debt and why now is time for governments to dig deep into their pockets. Mary Trump, clinical psychologist and niece to the current President, and Andrea Bernstein, "Trump Inc." podcast co-host, discuss what will come next for President Trump and his businesses. Then Walter Isaacson speaks to former U.S. Homeland Security Secretary Jeh Johnson about the security failings that led to the insurrection on the Capitol and the state of national security in the run up to the inauguration.

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Amanpour: Ali Soufan, Margaret Sullivan, Sam Pollard and Melinda Gates

Fri, 15 Jan 2021 22:52:54 -0000

Washington D.C. is in Lockdown as officials warn of the potential for domestic terrorism, the danger is underscored by new details from last week’s insurrection on Capitol Hill. Correspondent Shimon Prokupecz spoke to several police officers about what they were up against that day – we bring you that report. Then counterterror expert Ali Soufan and Washington Post columnist Margaret Sullivan join Christiane Amanpour to weigh up free speech and national security in response to Trump's challenges. Looking back on history – Veteran filmmaker Sam Pollard talks about his new film "MLK/FBI" which tracks the FBI's attempts to destroy the reputation of Martin Luther King Jr. The pandemic’s broader impact falls disproportionately on women and jobs are nearly two times more vulnerable to this crisis than men’s jobs – o-founder of the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation Melinda Gates speaks to our Walter Isaacson about this, the coronavirus vaccine and her book “The Moment of Lift: How Empowering Women Changes the World.”

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Amanpour: Francis Rooney, Gideon Saar, A.C. Thompson and Nnamdi Asomugha

Thu, 14 Jan 2021 21:05:03 -0000

Francis Rooney, former U.S. House Republican, joins Christiane Amanpour to discuss the House's vote to impeach President Trump, the Senate trial ahead and the reckoning in the Republican Party. Gideon Saar, founder of New Hope party, talks about his run against Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu in Israel's fourth election in two years. With President-elect Joe Biden's inauguration right around the corner and security in the Capitol at an all time high, our Hari Sreenivasan talks to ProPublica's A.C. Thompson about far right movements. Then, we delve into Amazon's latest period romance, "Sylvie's Love", with the film's star Nnamdi Asomugha.

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Amanpour: Elissa Slotkin, Paul Greengrass and Roger McNamee

Wed, 13 Jan 2021 21:17:33 -0000

Congresswoman Elissa Slotkin of Michigan joins Christiane Amanpour to discuss the ongoing House impeachment proceedings. Paul Greengrass, the director of the hugely successful "Bourne" franchise, delves into his new film, "News of the World" starring Tom Hanks. And, as Youtube becomes the latest social media platform to ban President Trump, our Hari Sreenivasan talks to Roger McNamee, author and early investor in Facebook about why platforms must pay for their role in last week's riots on Capitol Hill.

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Amanpour: Juliette Kayyem, Jeff Flake and Yoweri Museveni

Tue, 12 Jan 2021 22:41:00 -0000

Juliette Kayyem, Former Assistant Secretary at the Department of Homeland Security, joins Christiane Amanpour to discuss the ongoing national security concerns following the riots on Capitol Hill last week. All this as Democrats continue to try to remove President Trump from office. Former U.S. Senate Republican Jeff Flake speaks with our Michel Martin about the major soul searching by his colleagues in a Republican Party that has been dominated by Trumpism for the last four years. Then, ahead of Uganda's Presidential elections on Thursday, President Museveni discusses why he deserves to stay in power after 35 years and the race against the popstar turned politician Bobi Wine. And as Covid-19 cases continue to surge in California, we get a pulse check from our CNN correspondents on the ground.

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Amanpour: Nancy Mace, Jon Tester, Kara Swisher and Dr. Peter L. Salk

Mon, 11 Jan 2021 22:44:00 -0000

Republican U.S. Representative Nancy Mace has been in Congress barely a week and in that time, she has seen the Capitol attacked and been personally threatened by angry Trump supporters. Despite all this she joins Christiane to explain why she’s against impeaching the President. Then New York Times Contributing Opinion Writer and "Sway" podcast host Kara Swisher discusses his ban from a whole host of social media sites and how social media companies get engagement through enragement and therefore riots should surprise no one. Walter Isaacson speaks to Democratic Senator from Montana about holding Trump to account beyond social media and those Republicans also responsible for inciting the insurrection. They dig into this as well as the defund the police movement, covid relief and his book, “Grounded: A Senator's Lessons on Winning Back Rural America”. And finally, Dr. Peter L. Salk was only 9 years old in 1953 when he got the polio vaccine – a vaccine invented by his father Jonas Salk. Now an infectious diseases expert himself, he speaks about the vaccine rollout then and now

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Amanpour: Fiona Hill, Rick Wilson, Ashraf and Rula Ghani

Mon, 11 Jan 2021 15:07:00 -0000

As the U.S. still reels from Wednesday's attack on Capitol Hill, former senior director on President Trump's National Security Council Fiona Hill joins Christiane to assess whether impeachment is warranted. The Lincoln Project’s co-founder Rick Wilson weighs in, joining calls for President Trump to resign or be removed from office. He speaks with Hari Sreenivasan about what’s at stake. Then in an exclusive joint interview, Afghan President Ashraf Ghani and First Lady Rula Ghani discuss peace in Afghanistan and talks with the Taliban, coronavirus, and relations with the US.

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Amanpour: Gretchen Whitmer, Bill Cassidy, Marietje Schaake and Kim Darroch

Fri, 08 Jan 2021 21:52:25 -0000

After an extraordinary and sad day in American history, when hundreds of Trump supporters charged on the U.S. Capitol in an insurgency not seen in hundreds of years, many are asking how this happened? But not Gretchen Whitmer; the Michigan Governor is not surprised as only last year a very similar mob stormed the seat of power in Michigan in response to her covid strategy whilst others plotted to kill her. She joins Christiane to unpack all of this. Then some the striking on-the-ground reporting from ITV News’ Washington Correspondent Robert Moore as he follows the mob breaching the Capitol. For Republican perspective of someone who was in the building on the fateful day, Walter Isaacson speaks to Louisiana Senator Bill Cassidy. He talks what should be done about President Trump now. To discuss the global fallout of yesterday’s attack on the U.S. Capitol, Christiane speaks with Kim Darroch, who served as the UK’s Ambassador to the United States during much of President Trump’s term, and former member of the European Parliament Marietje Schaake, who now specializes in cybersecurity at Stanford.

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Amanpour: Anne Applebaum, Fintan O'Toole, Lawrence Wright and Ijeoma Oluo

Wed, 06 Jan 2021 23:13:00 -0000

Irish Times columnist Fintan O'Toole and The Atlantic staff writer Anne Applebaum give Christiane the global view of Trump's attempts to overturn the U.S. election. Then turning to coronavirus, journalist and author Lawrence Wright digs into the 3 biggest mistakes in America’s covid response. This after The New Yorker dedicates an entire issue to "The Plague Year": an investigation by Wright detailing these deadly missteps. In the wake of George Floyd’s death, Ijeoma Oluo’s 2018 book “So You Want To Talk About Race” shot to the top of the bestsellers list and now she’s out with new work: "Mediocre: The Dangerous Legacy of White Male America." She joins our Hari Sreenivasan to discuss how gender and race intersect.

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Amanpour: Peter Piot, William Cohen, Carol Moseley Braun and Dr. Vivek Murthy

Tue, 05 Jan 2021 22:48:17 -0000

Peter Piot, director of the London School of Hygiene and Tropical Medicine, joins Christiane Amanpour to discuss the latest news in the coronavirus pandemic. He says the UK should not be extending the gap between doses of the Pfizer/BioNTech vaccine. Turning to U.S. politics - Former U.S. Defense Secretary William Cohen explains why he and 9 other former defense secretaries are calling on Trump to not use the military in his efforts to overturn the election. Carol Moseley Braun, former Democratic Senator, also weighs in on President Trump's attempts and brands his supporters in Congress 'a cult’. Then our Walter Isaacson speaks to Dr. Vivek Murthy, Biden’s nominee for Surgeon General and the co-chair of his COVID-19 Advisory Board, about how the U.S. is falling very short of it’s vaccination rollout plan. He also explains the mental health crisis being caused by coronavirus and how he plans do deal with it once in office.

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Amanpour: Jeff Kaufman, Marcia S. Ross, Noubar Afeyan, Jasmila Zbanic, and Alenka Artnik

Fri, 18 Dec 2020 21:19:00 -0000

Director Jeff Kaufman and producer Marcia S. Ross join Christiane Amanpour to discuss their new documentary "Nasrin." Then, Moderna co-founder Noubar Afeyan speaks to Walter Isaacson about what the company's coronavirus vaccine means for the the world. Director Jasmila Zbanic tells Amanpour about her highly acclaimed new film, called "Quo Vadis, Aida?" which tells the story of the worst atrocity on European soil since the Second World War. And Finally, Women's freediving world record holder Alenka Artnik talks to Amanpour about how she spent more than three and a half minutes underwater while holding her breath.

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Amanpour: Cornelia Griggs, Bill Cassidy, Ted Hui, Claire Babineaux-Fontenot, and Dave Krepcho

Thu, 17 Dec 2020 20:58:00 -0000

Pediatric Surgeon Dr. Cornelia Griggs joins Christiane Amanpour to talk about her experience on the frontline of the pandemic. Then, as time runs out on U.S. government funding, GOP Senator Bill Cassidy explains why he thinks remaining hang-ups to a bipartisan relief bill aren't crucial. Former Hong Kong lawmaker and pro-democracy activist Ted Hui speaks to Amanpour about how he fled from Hong Kong and the struggle for freedom. Feeding America CEO Claire Babineaux-Fontenot and Second Harvest Food Bank President Dave Krepcho talk to Hari Sreenivasan about the growing number of Americans going hungry as a result of the pandemic.

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Amanpour: Kang Kyung-wha, Cher, and Derek Black

Wed, 16 Dec 2020 21:00:00 -0000

South Korea's Foreign Minister Kang Kyung-wha joins Christiane Amanpour to discuss how her country is handling Covid-19, North Korea, and the incoming Biden administration. Then, singer and actress Cher talks about her love for a recently rescued elephant, and takes a look back on her life and career. Former white nationalist Derek Black talks to Michel Martin about his transformative journey.

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Amanpour: Alexey Navalny, Hanan Ashrawi, and Jeffrey Goldberg

Tue, 15 Dec 2020 20:36:39 -0000

Russian opposition leader Alexey Navalny joins Christiane Amanpour to discuss a CNN-Bellingcat investigation, which has identified the Russian specialists who trailed Navalny for years before he was poisoned. Then, Palestinian lawmaker Hanan Ashrawi explains why she decided to resign from the PLO executive committee. Editor-in-Chief of The Atlantic, Jeffrey Goldberg, speaks to Walter Isaacson about how the year 2020 has tested the founding principles of the 160 year old magazine.

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Amanpour: Michael Beschloss, Sarah Longwell, Andrew Bird, Kwame Owusu-Kesse, and Geoffrey Canada

Mon, 14 Dec 2020 20:12:16 -0000

Presidential historian Michael Beschloss and political strategist Sarah Longwell join Christiane Amanpour to discuss the Electoral College and Trump’s unfounded claims of election fraud. Correspondent Scott McLean brings us an exclusive interview with Ivorian President Outtara, who’s been accused of crushing dissent and jailing political opponents. Then, singer Andrew Bird speaks to Amanpour about his latest album, “Hark!” Kwame Owusu-Kesse and Geoffrey Canada talk to Hari Sreenivasan about their non-profit, Harlem Children's Zone.

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Amanpour: John Kerry, Greta Thunberg, Cardinal Wilton Gregory, and Alexis Madrigal

Fri, 11 Dec 2020 20:35:00 -0000

John Kerry, President-elect Joe Biden's climate envoy, joins Christiane Amanpour to discuss investing in new infrastructure. Then, climate activist Greta Thunberg breaks down why she thinks environmental and social justice go hand-in-hand. Cardinal Wilton Gregory speaks to Amanpour about his recent appointment by Pope Francis as the first African-American Cardinal. Atlantic Staff Writer Alexis Madrigal tells Hari Sreenivasan about The COVID Tracking Project.

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Amanpour: Christine Lagarde, Nicola Sturgeon, and Marcus Samuelsson

Thu, 10 Dec 2020 20:52:57 -0000

President of the European Central Bank Christine Lagarde joins Christiane Amanpour to discuss the stimulus plan and her priorities to invest in women and green policies. Then, Scottish First Minister Nicola Sturgeon shares why she thinks the chance of achieving an UK-EU deal on Brexit is small. Chef Marcus Samuelsson speaks to Walter Isaacson about his new book, "The Rise: Black Cooks and the Soul of American Food."

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Amanpour: Katie Porter, Sebastian Kurz, and Joe Scarborough

Wed, 09 Dec 2020 21:17:02 -0000

Democratic Rep. Katie Porter joins Christiane Amanpour to discuss why she thinks the Senate majority leader is blocking bipartisan progress toward a $900 billion relief bill. Then, Austrian Chancellor Sebastian Kurz shares his take on the current state of Brexit negotiations and EU covid relief. Cable news host Joe Scarborough talks to Walter Isaacson about his latest book, “Saving Freedom.”

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Amanpour: Preet Bharara, Sophia Loren, Edoardo Ponti, and Steve Schmidt

Tue, 08 Dec 2020 19:59:16 -0000

In a rare report, Correspondent Nick Paton Walsh takes us inside one of Tehran’s hospitals to document what it’s like on the frontline. Former U.S. Attorney Preet Bharara joins Christiane Amanpour to discuss why he thinks Trump’s post-election legal push is not about winning. Then, legendary Hollywood star Sophia Loren and her son the director Edoardo Ponti talk to Amanpour about their new film "The Life Ahead." Lincoln Project co-founder Steve Schmidt speaks to Michel Martin about the future of America’s Republican Party.

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Amanpour: Eleni Kounalakis, Bobi Wine, and Hao Wu

Mon, 07 Dec 2020 21:22:00 -0000

Lieutenant Governor Eleni Kounalakis joins Christiane Amanpour to discuss the recent spike in coronavirus cases in California. Correspondent Isa Soares gains exclusive access to struggling hospitals in Venezuela. Then, Ugandan opposition candidate Bobi Wine tells Amanpour about the violent crackdown his campaign is facing as he fights to unseat President Museveni. Turning to the ongoing crisis in Ethiopia, Correspondent Nima Elbagir speaks with refugees who have fled to Sudan. Director Hao Wu talks to Hari Sreenivasan about his harrowing new documentary, “76 Days.”

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Amanpour: Dr. Moncef Slaoui, Michael Eric Dyson, and Yusuf/Cat Stevens

Fri, 04 Dec 2020 21:34:00 -0000

Dr. Moncef Slaoui speaks to Walter Isaacson about the safety of coronavirus vaccines. Author Michael Eric Dyson joins Christiane Amanpour to discuss America's racial reckoning. Then, Singer-songwriter Yusuf/Cat Stevens talks about his career and the re-release of his top hit albums.

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Amanpour: Peter Beinart, Kori Schake, Bill de Blasio, and W. Kamau Bell

Thu, 03 Dec 2020 21:34:34 -0000

The New York Times' Peter Beinart and former Defense and State department staffer Kori Schake join Christiane Amanpour to debate whether the U.S. should take a leading role in global affairs. Then, New York Mayor Bill de Blasio talks about the importance of leadership as yet another shocking coronavirus record is set in America. W. Kamau Bell and Hari Kondabolu speak to Hari Sreenivasan about their podcast, “Politically Re-Active.”

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Amanpour: Donald G. McNeil Jr., Devi Sridhar, Darius Marder, Riz Ahmed, and Jonathan Alter

Thu, 03 Dec 2020 00:07:00 -0000

Science reporter Donald G. McNeil Jr. and global public health professor Devi Sridhar join Christiane Amanpour to discuss the implications of Britain giving emergency authorization to the Pfzier-BioNTech coronavirus vaccine. Then, actor Riz Ahmed and director Darius Marder talk about reaching out to the deaf community for their film, "Sound of Metal." Journalist Jonathan Alter speaks to Walter Isaacson about his latest book on America’s 39th president, Jimmy Carter.

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Amanpour: Jess Kelly, Hossam Bahgat, Mariana van Zeller, Michelle Singletary, John Carlin, and k.d. lang

Tue, 01 Dec 2020 23:11:13 -0000

Egyptian Initiative for Personal Rights founder Hossam Bahgat and human rights activist Jess Kelly join Christiane Amanpour to discuss Kelly’s husband and other activists' arrests. Then, award-winning investigative journalist Mariana van Zeller breaks down her new series for National Geographic, “Trafficked.” Finance columnist Michelle Singletary talks to Michel Martin about her latest series and her own struggles as a black woman from Baltimore. And Finally, Singer k.d. lang and Red Hot Organization co-founder John Carlin join Amanpour to mark World Aids Day and the 30th anniversary of the “Red, Hot and Blue” album.

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Amanpour: Ellie Geranmayeh, Jens Stoltenberg, Wendell Pierce, and Scott Galloway

Mon, 30 Nov 2020 21:12:00 -0000

Ellie Geranmayeh from the European Council on Foreign Relations joins Christiane Amanpour to discuss the potential fallout from the killing of Iranian nuclear scientist Mohsen Fakhrizadeh. Then, NATO Secretary General Jens Stoltenberg breaks down what a Biden presidency means for the Alliance. Turning to the arts, actor Wendell Pierce speaks to Amanpour about the film “Between the World and Me.” Author Scott Galloway talks to Hari Sreenivasan about his new book and how he thinks the coronavirus pandemic will impact education, health, and society.

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Amanpour: Leopoldo López, Sister Helen Prejean, Chelsea Walsh and the Kanneh-Mason family

Thu, 26 Nov 2020 13:20:15 -0000

Venezuelan opposition activist Leopoldo López joins Christiane Amanpour from exile in Madrid to discuss what the Biden administration’s next steps should be. He explains how their multilateral approach brings hope of a coordinated effort against Nicolas Maduro. Then renowned anti-death penalty campaigner Sister Helen Prejean speaks out on President Trump's unprecedented spree of federal executions before leaving office, and the need for restorative justice. Our Hari Sreenivasan talks to Chelsea Walsh, a covid crisis travel nurse, about jetting around the country to help those most impacted by this pandemic. She reveals the emotional and physical toll tackling this virus takes on healthcare workers like her. And finally, the multi-talented Kanneh-Mason family reflect on the power of music and play part of their new classical album "Carnival."

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Amanpour: Anthony Gardner, David Miliband, Sadiq Khan, Claudia Sheinbaum and Loretta J. Ross

Wed, 25 Nov 2020 22:31:38 -0000

As President-elect Joe Biden names Tony Blinken as his new Secretary of State, Anthony Gardner, former U.S. Ambassador to the EU, and David Miliband, CEO of International Rescue Committee, join Christiane Amanpour to discuss what his foreign policy agenda could look like in a post-Trump era. Turning to coronavirus - the Mayors of two leading cities, London's Sadiq Khan and Mexico City's Claudia Sheinbaum, explain how this pandemic has hit women the hardest. Then our Michel Martin speaks to Loretta J. Ross, professor at Smith College, about cancel culture and if there’s ever really a time and place for it.

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Amanpour: Justin Welby, Leon Botstein and Nicholas Thompson

Tue, 24 Nov 2020 23:06:00 -0000

Archbishop of Canterbury Justin Welby joins Christiane Amanpour to talk about the UK foreign aid cuts, the decision to close churches during lockdown and measurements being put in place in response to sexual abuse within the Church of England. Turning from faith to education – Leon Botstein, the president of Bard College, discusses the call to close New York City public schools due to Covid-19 and the importance of education for democracy. Then our Walter Isaacson speaks to Nicholas Thompson, the editor-in-chief of WIRED Magazine about how misinformation is spread on social media and why Facebook need to change their algorithm.

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Amanpour: Kevin Rudd, Steve McQueen, and Noubar Afeyan

Fri, 20 Nov 2020 22:03:27 -0000

Former Australian Prime Minister Kevin Rudd joins Christiane Amanpour to discuss his petition to investigate Rupert Murdoch's media monopoly, and what a Biden presidency might mean for U.S.-China relations. Then, celebrated film director Steve McQueen talks about his latest work of cinema, “Small Axe.” Moderna chairman Noubar Afeyan speaks to Walter Isaacson about the herculean task of producing and distributing a coronavirus vaccine.

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Amanpour: Hatice Cengiz, Bryan Fogel, Ronen Bergman, and Patrisse Cullors

Fri, 20 Nov 2020 09:47:20 -0000

Widow of Jamal Khashoggi Hatice Cengiz joins Christiane Amanpour to discuss her husband’s legacy and new documentary “The Dissident.” Bryan Fogel, the film’s director himself, talks about his powerful work and the murder of Khashoggi. Then, New York Times reporter Ronen Bergman tells Amanpour why he thinks the White House is using the time it has left to exercise a tougher Iran policy than they expect from Joe Biden. Michel Martin speaks to Black Lives Matter Co-Founder Patrisse Cullors about how they mobilized the black vote in the U.S. presidential election.

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Amanpour: Nima Elbagir, Mayor Dee Margo, Thomas E. Ricks, Matthew Yglesias

Wed, 18 Nov 2020 20:52:00 -0000

A new and exclusive CNN investigation from Correspondent Nima Elbagir reveals precisely what happened in Nigeria last month, when thousands protested against police brutality. Then, author Thomas E. Ricks speaks to Christiane Amanpour about his book, “First Principles.” Vox Co-founder Matthew Yglesias talks to Walter Isaacson about the importance of ideological diversity in the media business.

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Amanpour: Valerie Jarrett, Garry Kasparov, Judit Polgar, and Dan Ariely

Tue, 17 Nov 2020 22:26:00 -0000

Former Senior Adviser to Barack Obama Valerie Jarrett joins Christiane Amanpour to discuss the former president's new memoir and President Trump's refusal to concede. Then, Chess Grandmasters Garry Kasparov and Judit Polgar talk about new Netflix mini-series “The Queen’s Gambit.” Hari Sreenivasan speaks to Behavioural Economics Professor Dan Ariely about how the pandemic has brought out the stranger side of human behaviour.

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Amanpour: Elizabeth Cohen, Walter Isaacson, Jon Ossoff, and Nicholas A. Christakis

Tue, 17 Nov 2020 22:16:37 -0000

Medical Correspondent Elizabeth Cohen joins Christiane Amanpour to discuss Moderna’s promising coronavirus vaccine developments. Journalist Walter Isaacson shares his experience as a trial volunteer for the Pfizer vaccine. Then, Georgia Senate Candidate Jon Ossoff speaks to Amanpour about his campaign and the high stakes race. Hari Sreenivasan talks to author Nicholas A. Christakis about coronavirus and its ripple effect on society.

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Amanpour: Chris Coons, James Jeffrey, Michael Osterholm, and Mary Trump

Sun, 15 Nov 2020 01:43:54 -0000

Biden friend and confidant Delaware Senator Chris Coons joins Christiane Amanpour to discuss President Trump's refusal to concede and the President-elect's foreign policy goals. Former top US official on Syria and the Global Coalition to Defeat ISIS James Jeffrey assesses four years of Trump foreign policy and the challenges ahead. Then, Walter Isaacson speaks to epidemiologist Michael Osterholm about the importance of building community trust in vaccines. Mary Trump tells Amanpour why she thinks her Uncle Donald is feeling 'trapped,' 'desperate' and 'terrified' of the consequences of losing the presidential election.

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Amanpour: Bruno Le Maire, Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie, and Renee DiResta

Sat, 14 Nov 2020 15:51:17 -0000

French Economy and Finance Minister Bruno Le Maire joins Christiane Amanpour to discuss the challenges of our time, including terrorism and covid-19. Then, Nigerian author Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie tells Amanpour about her latest novel. Hari Sreenivasan speaks to disinformation expert Renee DiResta about the dangers of online misinformation.

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Amanpour: Tony Blair, Paola Ramos, Jorge Ramos, and Masha Gessen

Thu, 12 Nov 2020 11:49:09 -0000

Former British Prime Minister Tony Blair joins Christiane Amanpour to discuss the election of Joe Biden in the United States. Paola Ramos, author of "Finding Latinx", and her father, Univision anchor Jorge Ramos, give their take on Latino voters and the 2020 presidential election. Michel Martin speaks to journalist Masha Gessen about her latest book, "Surviving Autocracy."

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Amanpour: Madeleine Albright, Chris Ruddy, Jim Clyburn, and Hugh Montgomery

Wed, 11 Nov 2020 23:01:07 -0000

Former U.S Secretary of State Madeleine Albright joins Christiane Amanpour to discuss the implications of President Trump not conceding to President-elect Biden four days after the result was called. Then, Newsmax CEO Chris Ruddy shares why he believes there is evidence of widespread voter irregularities. House Majority Whip Representative Jim Clyburn reacts to the republican party's support of President Trump who refuses to admit defeat. Turning to the coronavirus pandemic, Hugh Montgomery, Professor of Intensive Care Medicine at University College London, breaks down the data and trial process of the promising vaccine being developed by Pfizer.

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Amanpour: Pramila Jayapal, Federica Mogherini, Barry Richard, and Ben Smith

Tue, 10 Nov 2020 11:39:29 -0000

U.S Congresswoman Pramila Jayapal joins Christiane Amanpour to discuss President Trump's refusal to concede, the future of health care, and Kamala Harris making history. Then, Former EU Foreign Affairs head Federica Mogherini breaks down Europe’s response to Joe Biden’s presidential win. Former Attorney for the George W. Bush Campaign Barry Richard talks to Amanpour about President Trump’s baseless claims of voter fraud. Turning to the future of media post-Trump, Walter Isaacson speaks to media columnist Ben Smith.

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Amanpour: Heather Cox Richardson, Norm Ornstein, Yuval Noah Harari, and Bridget Cambria

Fri, 30 Oct 2020 21:34:00 -0000

Congressional Scholar Norm Ornstein and historian Heather Cox Richardson join Christiane Amanpour to examine the many shortcomings of America's democracy exposed by this election. 'Sapiens' author Yuval Harari shares why he gave his best-selling book the cartoon treatment and how we as a species are faring in this pandemic. Hari Sreenivasan speaks to lawyer Bridget Cambria about the state of America’s asylum system.

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Amanpour: Nathalie Loiseau, Richard Schiff, Dulé Hill, Yonit Levi, and Beth Macy

Fri, 30 Oct 2020 17:38:12 -0000

French member of parliament Nathalie Loiseau talks to Christiane Amanpour about the terrorist attack in Nice. Stars of "The West Wing" Dulé Hill and Richard Schiff talk about why, and how, the cast reunited to encourage voter turnout in 2020. Then, next week marks 25 years since the assassination of Israel’s then Prime Minister Yitzhak Rabin. Veteran political observer Yonit Levi joins Amanpour to reflect on Rabin’s life and the current situation in Israel. Michel Martin speaks to author Beth Macy about her eye-opening book, “Dopesick,” and America’s opioid crisis.

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Amanpour: Evan Osnos, Laura Bates, Jim Bittermann, and Susan Zirinsky

Thu, 29 Oct 2020 22:42:49 -0000

New Yorker writer Evan Osnos joins Christiane Amanpour to discuss his new Joe Biden biography and why he thinks Biden hopes to find common ground; but is prepared to go scorched earth if necessary. Then, feminist writer Laura Bates talks about her new book, “Men Who Hate Women,” which exposes communities of extreme misogyny. Turning to coronavirus developments, correspondent Jim Bittermann joins Amanpour from Paris to break down President Macron’s latest announcement that France will go into national lockdown again. CBS News President Susan Zirinsky speaks to Walter Isaacson about the now infamous “60 Minutes” interview with President Trump.

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Amanpour: Dr. Syra Madad, Louise Casey, and Dr. Richard A. Friedman

Tue, 27 Oct 2020 23:32:46 -0000

Infectious disease epidemiologist Dr. Syra Madad joins Christiane Amanpour to discuss the second wave of Covid in Europe, its third spike in the U.S and how both could have been prevented. Then, former homelessness advisor to the British government, Dame Louise Casey breaks down why she thinks families now face destitution if they don’t get help. Clinical Psychiatry professor Dr. Richard A. Friedman speaks to Michel Martin about the importance of mental health as we navigate the pandemic and a tense election cycle.

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Amanpour: Trevor Potter, Frank Langella, and Bill Kristol

Tue, 27 Oct 2020 09:55:00 -0000

Campaign finance and election law expert Trevor Potter joins Christiane Amanpour to discuss mail-in voting and the U.S Senate’s confirmation vote of Supreme Court nominee Amy Coney Barrett. Then, from courtroom battles to courtroom dramas, Oscar nominated actor Frank Langella talks about the Netflix film, “The Trial of the Chicago 7.” Joining Walter Isaacson, conservative political analyst Bill Kristol shares why he thinks the Republican party could become obsolete if its members continue to back the Trump administration at all costs.

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Amanpour: Sarah Longwell, John Fetterman, Ivo Daalder, Zohrab Mnatsakanyan, and Sean Trende

Fri, 23 Oct 2020 20:40:48 -0000

The U.S presidential election could come down to a handful of states, one of them being Pennsylvania. Republican strategist Sarah Longwell and the state’s democratic lieutenant governor John Fetterman join Christiane Amanpour to discuss what’s at stake. Then, turning to the flare up of violence between Armenia and Azerbaijan, Armenian Minister of Foreign Affairs Zohrab Mnatsakanyan breaks this down in an exclusive interview. Former U.S Ambassador to NATO Ivo Daalder tells Amanpour more about this matter. Returning to the American presidential race, RealClearPolitics analyst Sean Trende shares his take with Hari Sreenivasan as the clock ticks down.

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Amanpour: Falz, Liz Harrington, Ayad Akhtar, and Melody Gardot

Thu, 22 Oct 2020 20:32:43 -0000

Very troubling developments in Nigeria are getting global attention from political heavyweights, football stars and musicians. Activist and renowned rapper Falz joins Christiane Amanpour to discuss the situation on the ground. Then, spokesperson for the Republican National Convention Liz Harrington shares her take on the state of the U.S presidential race. Hari Sreenivasan speaks to playwright Ayad Akhtar about his new book, “Homeland Elegies.” Turning to music, jazz artist Melody Gardot talks to Amanpour about creating during lockdown and her new album "Sunset In The Blue."

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Amanpour: James Martin, Xernona Clayton, Martha S. Jones, Paola Ramos, Jessica Huseman

Wed, 21 Oct 2020 20:23:37 -0000

In a truly momentous move for the Roman Catholic Church, Pope Francis has publicly endorsed same sex civil unions for the first time. James Martin, Jesuit priest and LGBTQ advocate, joins Christiane Amanpour to discuss the implications of this development. Then, author of "Vanguard" Martha S. Jones and trailblazing civil rights activist Xernona Clayton talk about Black women's historic fight to be heard and counted. Paola Ramos, author of "Finding Latinx", speaks to Amanpour about the diverse Latinx community and the upcoming U.S. presidential election. ProPublica reporter Jessica Huseman tells Michel Martin about the problems with ballot access, vote by mail, and misinformation in the lead up to November.

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Amanpour: Leah Greenberg, Lori Goldman, Danielle Allen, and David Byrne

Tue, 20 Oct 2020 20:56:00 -0000

With just two weeks left until the American election, activists Leah Greenberg and Lori Goldman join Christiane Amanpour to discuss a key demographic - suburban white women. Then, Walter Isaacson speaks to political theorist Danielle Allen about Harvard University’s coronavirus response and why she thinks rampant factionalism is a major roadblock to governance. Turning to music, in a conversation originally aired in February, David Byrne talks about his vision of a diverse and harmonious American Utopia. Correspondent David Culver meets the people eager to get in line for vaccine trails in the Chinese city of Yiwu.

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Amanpour: Alex Gibney, Rick Bright, Caroline Fourest, and Kara Swisher

Mon, 19 Oct 2020 21:18:52 -0000

Oscar-winning documentary maker Alex Gibney and coronavirus whistleblower Rick Bright join Christiane Amanpour to discuss their film, “Totally Under Control,” which investigates how political opportunism cost thousands of lives. Then, former Charlie Hebdo writer and journalist Caroline Fourest explains why she thinks the killing of a school teacher by a terrorist was an attack on a "symbol" of France. Walter Isaacson speaks to business technology reporter Kara Swisher about tech giants and how Facebook is now trying to step up, and stamp out the spread of conspiracy theories.

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Amanpour: Andy Slavitt, Robin Wright, Gary Knight, and John C. Harris

Sun, 18 Oct 2020 14:30:10 -0000

As the coronavirus death toll climbs in the U.S, Andy Slavitt, who ran Medicare and Medicaid services under President Obama, joins Christiane Amanpour to discuss what’s at stake this election. Then, journalist Robin Wright and photographer Gary Knight talk about their new project, “Imagine: Reflections on Peace.” Hari Sreenivasan speaks to Major General John C. Harris, Jr. about the crucial humanitarian role of Ohio’s National Guard during the pandemic.

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Amanpour: Mariana Mazzucato, Michael Palin, and Joel C. Hunter

Fri, 16 Oct 2020 21:38:47 -0000

Amid the economic suffering caused by the pandemic, UCL Economics Professor Mariana Mazzucato tells Christiane Amanpour why she thinks the science is there for an inclusive recovery. Then, Monty Python alumnus and travel veteran Michael Palin looks back at his acting career. Michel Martin talks to former Evangelical pastor, Joel C. Hunter, about why he’s backing Joe Biden in November.

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Amanpour: Carol Moseley Braun, Dr. Hans Kluge, Matthew Walker, and Marc Morial

Fri, 16 Oct 2020 09:51:51 -0000

Former U.S Senate Democrat Carol Moseley Braun talks to Christiane Amanpour about the dangers facing America's healthcare system amidst the pandemic. Then, W.H.O. Regional Director for Europe, Dr. Hans Kluge, explains why he thinks no government should enforce another national lockdown unless absolutely necessary. Author Matthew Walker walks us through the overlooked physical and mental health benefits of sleep. National Urban League CEO, Marc Morial, joins Walter Isaacson to discuss the issues raised by the American Cities project.

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Amanpour: Jessica Anderson, Dahlia Lithwick, Dave Eggers, and Natasha Trethewey

Wed, 14 Oct 2020 21:31:25 -0000

It’s day two of confirmation hearings in the U.S for Amy Coney Barrett, President Trump’s third Supreme Court appointment. Jessica Anderson, executive director of Heritage Action for America, joins Christiane Amanpour to makes the conservative case for the nominee. Senior editor at Slate Dahlia Lithwick explains why she thinks Amy Coney Barrett could find herself "bound by the promises" President Trump and conservatives made on Roe v Wade. Then, Dave Eggers speaks to Amanpour about his novella, “The Captain and the Glory” and his take on the U.S election. Michel Martin talks to Pulitzer prize-winning poet and domestic abuse survivor Natasha Trethewey about her new book, “Memorial Drive: A Daughter’s Memoir.”

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Amanpour: Angela Davis, Molly Dineen, Blacker Dread, and Elizabeth Neumann

Mon, 12 Oct 2020 22:10:41 -0000

As the Senate kicks off a week of Supreme Court hearings for judge Amy Coney Barrett, long-time civil rights activist Angela Davis joins Christiane Amanpour to discuss what’s at stake. Then, turning to the British chapter of the Black struggle, director Molly Dineen and producer Blacker Dread talk about their latest documentary, “Being Blacker.” Our Hari Sreenivasan speaks to Elizabeth Neumann, Former U.S. Homeland Security Assistant Secretary, about why she is not voting for President Trump this time around.

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Amanpour: John Brennan, Dana Nessel, Larry Wilmore, and Daniel Yergin

Mon, 12 Oct 2020 13:34:01 -0000

Former CIA director John Brennan joins Christiane Amanpour to discuss why he thinks President Trump will do whatever he can to exact revenge on those that he considers his enemies. Then, Michigan Attorney General Dana Nessel has the latest on the state and federal investigation into the alleged domestic terror plot to kidnap Governor Gretchen Whitmer. Emmy-award winning producer and comedian Larry Wilmore speaks to Christiane about his return to late night. Our Walter Isaacson talks to energy expert Daniel Yergin about his latest book, "The New Map."

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Amanpour: Susan Glasser, Peter Baker, Stella McCartney and Rev. Samuel Rodriguez

Mon, 12 Oct 2020 13:28:46 -0000

Susan Glasser and Peter Baker, authors of James Baker bio "The Man Who Ran Washington," join Christiane Amanpour to look at Trump through the lens of the legendary Republican leader. Then fashion designer Stella McCartney discusses how the pandemic offered her a moment of pause to create her alphabetized sustainability manifesto. Our Michel Martin talks to Reverend Samuel Rodriguez, president of the National Hispanic Christian Leadership Conference, about why he thinks President Trump’s “heart is in the right place.”

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Amanpour: Michael Steele, Laurie Santos, Yochai Benkler and Andrea Ghez

Thu, 08 Oct 2020 22:35:35 -0000

Former Chair of the Republican National Committee Michael Steele talks about his decision to support Joe Biden over Donald Trump. Laurie Santos, professor of Psychology at Yale University and host of "The Happiness Lab" podcast, discusses how students are handling this academic year. A new Harvard study led by Yochai Benkler examines how the president harnesses mass media to disseminate and reinforce disinformation about mail-in voter fraud. Benkler joins Hari Sreenivasan to explain his findings. And finally, UCLA professor Andrea Ghez talks about becoming the fourth woman in history to win the Nobel Prize for Physics for her groundbreaking research on black holes.

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Amanpour: Devi Sridhar, Donna Shalala, Andrew Weissmann, and Kristofer Goldsmith

Tue, 06 Oct 2020 20:41:17 -0000

Governments around the world are confronting pandemic fatigue as many face dangerous new coronavirus spikes. Global public health professor Devi Sridhar joins Christiane Amanpour from Edinburgh for a medical reality check. Then, Democratic Rep. Donna Shalala shares why she thinks America can’t get its economy going until people feel safe. Andrew Weissmann, a former lead prosecutor in the Mueller Investigation and author of "Where Law Ends", talks to Amanpour about the details of the probe. Our Hari Sreenivasan speaks to army veteran Kristofer Goldsmith about the dangers that white supremacist hate groups pose to democracy.

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Amanpour: Elliott Abrams, Vali Nasr, Margaret MacMillan, and John Dickerson

Mon, 05 Oct 2020 21:47:21 -0000

US Special Representative for Iran and Venezuela Elliott Abrams tells Christiane Amanpour why he believes the Trump administration's "maximum pressure" strategy will bring Iran back to the negotiating table. Then, Professor of Middle East Studies Vali Nasr shares why he thinks President Trump’s infection provides America's foreign enemies with an opportunity to make gains. With a global pandemic, stalled economy, and tensions rising around the world, author and academic Margaret MacMillan explains why she thinks we’re living in very worrying times. Our Walter Isaacson speaks to CBS News Senior Political Analyst, John Dickerson, about his New York Times best-seller, “The Hardest Job in the World: The American Presidency.”

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Amanpour: Boris Lushniak, Ryan Lizza, Deborah Pearlstein, Mark Landler, Matthew Chance, and Zeynep Tufekci

Fri, 02 Oct 2020 21:55:59 -0000

Well-wishers around the world are sending messages to President Trump and the First Lady, since they contracted coronavirus. Former Deputy U.S. Surgeon General Boris Lushniak joins Christiane Amanpour to discuss the president’s diagnosis. Chief POLITICO Correspondent Ryan Lizza and Deborah Pearlstein, Professor at Cardozo Law School, discuss the political implications. Then, New York Times London bureau chief Mark Landler breaks down how Prime Minister Boris Johnson's experience could map out President Trump’s future. CNN’s Senior International Correspondent, Matthew Chance, shares the details of Russian President Vladimir Putin’s own “protective bubble.” Academic and writer for The Atlantic Zeynep Tufekci tells Amanpour what she thinks we’re missing when we talk about the spread of the pandemic.

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Amanpour: Gloria Steinem, Julie Taymor, Julián Castro, Christopher Ruddy, and Misan Harriman

Thu, 01 Oct 2020 21:37:30 -0000

America’s most famous feminist campaigner, Gloria Steinem, and director Julie Taymor join Christiane Amanpour to discuss new biopic, “The Glorias,” and how the Supreme Court nomination will impact women. Former San Antonio Mayor, Julián Castro, tells our Walter Isaacson why he’s supporting Joe Biden even though he sharply criticized him last year. Then, Newsmax Media CEO, Christopher Ruddy, shares his take on his friend President Trump’s debate performance. Turning to the art world, British photographer Misan Harriman discusses his prints, which will soon go under the hammer at Sotheby’s auction house.

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Amanpour: Kevin Sheekey, Frank Luntz, Adam Schiff, and Jeff Daniels

Wed, 30 Sep 2020 22:12:22 -0000

Former Campaign Manager for Bloomberg 2020, Kevin Sheekey, and pollster Frank Luntz join Christiane Amanpour to unpack the first U.S Presidential debate, and how it's impacting voters. Then, Chairman of the U.S. House Intelligence Committee, Adam Schiff discusses President Trump's unwillingness to accept the result of the election. Our Hari Sreenivasan speaks to actor Jeff Daniels about his new mini series, "The Comey Rule."

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Amanpour: Maura Healey, Gérard Araud, Norbert Röttgen, Pete Peterson and Eric Liu

Wed, 30 Sep 2020 21:13:00 -0000

Massachusetts Attorney General Maura Healey joins Christiane Amanpour to unpack voter suppression. Then, Gérard Araud, the former French Ambassador to the U.S., and Norbert Röttgen, Chairman of the Bundestag Foreign Affairs Committee, discuss the future of transatlantic ties. Our Michel Martin speaks to Pete Peterson, Dean of Pepperdine University School of Public Policy, and Eric Liu, co-founder & CEO of Citizen University, about how to create more resilient democracies.

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Amanpour: H.R. McMaster, Beverly and Dereck Joubert and George Aumoithe

Tue, 29 Sep 2020 22:48:29 -0000

H.R. McMaster, former U.S. National Security Adviser, joins Christiane Amanpour to discuss pressing foreign policy issues and his new book "Battlegrounds". He explains why Trump’s Taliban strategy is a 'disaster.' Then conservationists Beverly and Dereck Joubert talk about the devastating loss of global biodiversity and how the world might be able to recover. Our Michel Martin speaks to George Aumoithe, assistant professor of Global Health at Stony Brook University, about why there is such a shortage of ICU beds in low-income communities.

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Amanpour: Patrisse Cullors, Charles Ramsey, Robert Harris and Craig Silverman

Sat, 26 Sep 2020 08:19:26 -0000

Patrisse Cullors, co-founder of the Black Lives Matter movement, joins Christiane Amanpour to discuss her disappointment in the grand jury's decision in the Breonna Taylor case and what she says is the failing of the justice system to protect black lives. But Charles Ramsey, former Philadelphia police commissioner, paints a slightly different view and explains the difference between the law and justice. Then we mark the passing of Sir Harold Evans; the media giant who sat at the helm of the Sunday Times for 14 years and went toe-to-toe with Rupert Murdoch. Robert Harris, former journalist and novelist, was a close friend, he reflects of his extraordinary life and legacy. And finally, our Hari Sreenivasan speaks to Craig Silverman, media editor at BuzzFeed, about Facebook's Failures to Stop Misinformation

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Amanpour: Ron Howard, Anjan Sundaram, Jaime Casap, and Firooz Zahedi

Fri, 25 Sep 2020 22:32:17 -0000

Oscar-winning director Ron Howard talks to Christiane Amanpour about his film, "Rebuilding Paradise," which shows the aftermath of California's devastating wildfires. Journalist and author Anjan Sundaram explores the extraordinary story of Hotel Rwanda hero Paul Rusesabagina, who was suspiciously charged with terrorism. Ana Cabrera speaks to Jaime Casap, Former Education Evangelist at Google, about how technology can be used to improve learning experiences. Then, one of Hollywood’s most celebrated photographers, Firooz Zahedi, joins Christiane from Los Angeles to discuss his new book, “Look at Me.”

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Amanpour: Rev. William J. Barber II, Carrie Severino, Neal Katyal and Alexander Betts

Thu, 24 Sep 2020 21:06:00 -0000

Reverend Dr. William Barber, co-chair of the Poor People's Campaign, joins Christiane Amanpour to react to the Breonna Taylor indictments, highlighting his disappointment but the importance of pushing forward. Then we break down the confusing arguments for a picking a new Supreme Court justice to replace Ruth Bader Ginsburg, with right wing activist Carrie Severino and former Obama official Neal Katyal. And finally, Alexander Betts, professor of Forced Migration and International Affairs at Oxford University, explains the EU's new migration pact and what he says is an absent will to protect refugees.

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Amanpour: Loretta Lynch, Harry Reid, Alexandria Villaseñor and Hansi Lo Wang

Wed, 23 Sep 2020 22:30:51 -0000

The former U.S. Attorney General Loretta Lynch joins Christiane Amanpour to discuss some of the controversial statements and decisions made by her successor, William Barr. She highlights how the current AG has never had to face racism and should recognize that not all Americans had the same experience of the justice system growing up. Then turning to the climate crisis, former Senate Majority leader Harry Reid and youth climate activist Alexandria Villaseñor talk wildfires, government accountability for our planet and their new documentary series "Earth Focus." Our Hari Sreenivasan speaks to NPR correspondent Hansi Lo Wang unpacks fatal problems with this year’s U.S. census; namely the politicisation of the 2020 count and how it could shape the country.

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Amanpour: Stacey Abrams, Jeremy Farrar and Doris Kearns Goodwin

Tue, 22 Sep 2020 22:28:17 -0000

With a little less than two months away from the U.S. election, voting rights activist Stacey Abrams joins Christiane Amanpour to discuss America's history of voter suppression, how voting can fix it and her new documentary "All In: The Fight for Democracy." Then we unpack at the latest developments in the coronavirus pandemic, including a second wave in the UK, with government adviser and director of the Wellcome Trust Jeremy Farrar. Our Walter Isaacson speaks Doris Kearns Goodwin, U.S. presidential historian, about the extraordinary life and legacy of the cultural icon and late Supreme Court Justice Ruth Bader Ginsburg.

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Amanpour: Andrew McCabe, Alex Gibney, Yoruba Richen, and Jay Shetty

Sun, 20 Sep 2020 14:04:08 -0000

Alex Gibney, Director of “Agents of Chaos,” and Former FBI Deputy Director Andrew McCabe join Christiane Amanpour to discuss the new documentary that pulls back the curtain on Russian interference in 2016. Then, Yoruba Richen, Director of "The Sit-In: Harry Belafonte Hosts The Tonight Show" talks about the iconic Black singer and activist who made history. Our Hari Sreenivasan speaks to podcast host and author Jay Shetty about his latest book, “Think Like a Monk.”

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Amanpour: Kim Darroch, Billie Jean King, and Joshua L. Powell

Fri, 18 Sep 2020 12:58:00 -0000

Former British Ambassador to the US Kim Darroch sits down with Christiane Amanpour in London to discuss the leaked cables about President Trump that ended his career, and the future of the "special relationship." Then, turning to the world of sport, former tennis champion Billie Jean King talks about mixing athleticism and activism. She also reflects on her legacy as the Fed Cup is renamed in her honor. Our Michel Martin speaks with former NRA senior strategist Joshua L. Powell about his new book, “Inside the NRA,” which accuses the organization of corruption and political extremism.

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Amanpour: Kwame Kwei-Armah, Al Franken, Adrian Wooldridge and John Micklethwait

Thu, 17 Sep 2020 21:24:04 -0000

The coronavirus pandemic has had an impact on nearly every industry, and the arts especially are feeling the strain, with theatres still unable to reopen their doors. Kwame Kwei-Armah is the artistic director at London’s prestigious The Young Vic; he joins Christiane Amanpour to discuss how he and his peers are dealing with this and looking to the future. He also opens up about his experience as a black man in the industry and the racism he’s faced. Then turning to U.S. politics, Al Franken, former Senate Democrat and author of "Lies and the Lying Liars Who Tell Them," traces the war on facts-- from Rush Limbaugh to the current administration. Our Walter Isaacson speaks to Adrian Wooldridge, The Economist political editor, and John Micklethwait, Bloomberg News editor-in-chief, about how the pandemic has highlighted weaknesses in Western governments.

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Amanpour: Michael Anton, Brendan Byrne, Melinda Gates, and Eddie S. Glaude Jr.

Wed, 16 Sep 2020 18:17:00 -0000

Michael Anton, former National Security Council spokesman and author of "The Stakes," speaks to Christiane Amanpour, about the normalization of ties between Israel, Bahrain and the UAE. Brendan Byrne, producer of the film, “Gaza,” weighs in from Belfast, Northern Ireland to explain the inspiration behind the film, and how the people of Gaza are crying out to be heard. Melinda Gates, Co-founder of the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation discusses the 2020 Goalkeepers Report, and how the coronavirus pandemic is causing major global development setbacks. Our Walter Isaacson talks to Eddie S. Glaude Jr., Professor of African American Studies at Princeton University, about his latest book and why he thinks America needs to confront the lies it tells itself about being “a redeemer nation.”

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Amanpour: Tammy Duckworth, Kent Nishimura, Jelani Cobb and Joan C. Williams

Tue, 15 Sep 2020 21:48:15 -0000

Democratic Senator Tammy Duckworth joins Christiane Amanpour to discuss the Republicans covid-19 response and what she says is a lack of leadership. She explains that majority leader Mitch McConnell hasn't shown up to a single negotiation on COVID relief. As the coronavirus pandemic continues we see the deadly effects of the climate crisis. Then Kent Nishimura, photojournalist at the Los Angeles Times, talks about coming face to face with California’s wildfires. And from one crisis to another, Jelani Cobb, correspondent for FRONTLINE's "Policing the Police 2020," discusses the fight for racial justice inside America’s police system. He reflects on Newark's police reforms and his updated documentary. Our Michel Martin speaks to Joan C. Williams, Director of the Center for WorkLife Law, about how the pandemic is impacting working mothers.

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Amanpour: Gaisu Yari, Orzala Nemat, Timothy Snyder, Jeff Orlowski & Tristan Harris

Sun, 13 Sep 2020 09:54:36 -0000

In an unexpected turn of events, talks between U.S. Secretary of State Mike Pompeo, the Taliban, and the Afghan government will soon take place. Commission of Afghanistan’s Civil Service Commission, Gaisu Yari, and Director of the Afghanistan Research and Evaluation Unit, Orzala Nemat, join Christiane Amanpour to asses how women’s rights might be affected. Timothy Snyder, author of “Our Malady: Lessons in Liberty from a Hospital Diary,” discusses his near-death experience and America’s healthcare system. Our Hari Sreenivasan talks to Director Jeff Orlowski and Tristan Harris, President & Co-founder of Center for Humane Technology, about their new Netflix docu-drama, “The Social Dilemma.”

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Amanpour: Jonathan Powell, Mark Landler, Jim Tankersley and Lang Lang

Fri, 11 Sep 2020 22:15:05 -0000

Former UK Chief Negotiator for Northern Ireland, Jonathan Powell, and New York Times London Bureau Chief, Mark Landler, join Christiane Amanpour to unpack the parallels between UK PM Boris Johnson and U.S. President Donald Trump as the UK moves to break international law over Brexit. Then Jim Tankersley, author of "The Riches of This Land," debunks the myth of the middle class. He also explains to our Michel Martin why restricting immigration to boost wages is the wrong way to go. And finally, Chinese pianist Lang Lang gives a private concert from his home in Beijing where he has spent the duration of lockdown keeping up his musical fitness. He reflects on realizing his life-long dream of playing Bach’s Goldberg Variations.

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Amanpour: Ali Soufan, Michael Sandel and Reed Hastings

Fri, 11 Sep 2020 17:42:00 -0000

Former special agent Ali Soufan joins Christiane Amanpour to talk about his now declassified book, "The Black Banners," and how the CIA redacted evidence that torture didn't work. Then renowned philosopher Michael Sandel makes the case against meritocracy, the topic of his new book, “The Tyranny of Merit." He also reflects on the roots of our populist moment. Our Walter Isaacson speaks to Netflix CEO Reed Hastings about the secret to his company’s success, which he says lies in their smash-the-conventions culture.

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Amanpour: Chris Murphy, Svetlana Tikhanovskaya, Erin Brockovich and John Leguizamo

Wed, 09 Sep 2020 20:30:35 -0000

As the cries for racial justice continue in America and the election looms ever closer, Democratic Senator Chris Murphy joins Christiane Amanpour to unpack all this and his new book, "The Violence Inside Us." He talks fighting gun violence from Newtown to Kenosha and avoiding another Sandy Hook. As protests sweep Belarus over what many say is was a rigged election, Svetlana Tikhanovskaya, the stay-at-home mom turned Belarusian opposition leader, opens up about her unlikely foray into politics. Erin Brockovich became a household name when her fight for environmental justice was immortalized by Julia Robert’s portrayal of her in the 2000 film. She reflects on her battle for clean water for all and penning her new book “Superman’s Not Coming.” And finally, Ana Cabrera speaks to stand-up comedian and actor John Leguizamo about his directorial debut, "Critical Thinking,” the true story of a group of underprivileged Latinx and Black teens who qualified for the National Chess Championship in 1998.

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Amanpour: Jeff Flake, Radhika Jones, Ta-Nehisi Coates and Rick Perlstein

Fri, 28 Aug 2020 21:21:25 -0000

As the Republican National Convention draws to a close, Jeff Flake, former Republican Senator, discusses why he is endorsing Joe Biden for President. Radhika Jones, editor-in-chief of Vanity Fair, and Ta-Nehisi Coates, acclaimed author and guest editor of Vanity Fair, talk about the magazine's September issue and the continuing struggle for racial justice. Our Walter Isaacson talks to author Rick Perlstein about conservatism in America today.

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Amanpour: Howard Bryant, Ken Blackwell, Robert P. Jones and Susan Rice

Fri, 28 Aug 2020 00:41:00 -0000

In a major moment, professional sports players across the United States walked out in protest over the shooting of Jacob Blake. ESPN Columnist, Howard Bryant joins Christiane Amanpour to discuss their protests and the impact these statements may have. And as the shooting shocks and saddens people around the globe, Ken Blackwell, an Advisory Board Member for Donald J. Trump for President defends his messaging on law and order. Turning to election tactics, scholar and author of “White Too Long”, Robert P. Jones explains why Trump’s strategy of targeting white, evangelical voters isn’t sustainable. Then our Walter Isaacson speaks to Susan Rice, former U.S. Ambassador to the UN and former National Security Adviser under President Obama, about Russian interference in the 2016 election. She’s concerned they’re using the same tactics to interfere again this year, and feels it could add to the political divisions across the U.S.

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Amanpour: Jeh Johnson, Benji Backer, Josina Machel and Mia Love

Thu, 27 Aug 2020 19:28:13 -0000

With the shooting of Jacob Blake and the increasing tensions in Kenosha, Wisconsin, Jeh Johnson, former Homeland Security Secretary, joins Christiane Amanpour to discuss the latest developments in the fight for racial justice playing out on America’s streets. He says the White House risks antagonizing protesters further by politicizing the government response. Turning to climate, Benji Backer, the American Conservation Coalition President, explains why the Republican National Convention ignoring the urgent climate crisis is an immense failure. Then we speak with Josina Machel, daughter of Graca Machel and step-daughter of the late Nelson Mandela, about the brutal domestic assault that left her blind in one eye. She reflects on the surges in gender-based violence in South Africa during lockdown, already one of the most dangerous places in the world to be a woman. And lastly, our Michel Martin talks to the former U.S. House Republican Mia Love about the highs and lows of Trump’s controversial presidency.

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Amanpour: Rick Scott, Elizabeth Economy, Victor Gao, Michael Reagan and Dr. Zijian Chen

Thu, 27 Aug 2020 17:54:05 -0000

On day two of the Republican convention, Republican Senator and former Florida governor Rick Scott joins Christiane Amanpour to make the case for the reelection of President Donald Trump. Then Elizabeth Economy, director for Asia Studies at the Council on Foreign Relations, and Victor Gao, Vice President of the Center for China and Globalization, examine the real-world implications of a US-China showdown. And turning back to the coranvirus pandemic, our Hari Sreenivasen speaks to Michael Reagan about his post-covid recovery, alongside the doctor running Mount Sinai’s Center for Post-COVID Care, Dr. Zijian Chen.

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Amanpour: Scott Jennings, Dr. Paul Offit, Afua Hirsch and Beth Fukumoto

Tue, 25 Aug 2020 22:53:31 -0000

As the Republican National Convention kicks off, Republican strategist Scott Jennings joins Christiane Amanpour to discuss how the committee’s decision to not put out a new platform could weaken the party in the long run. Then turning to coronavirus - virology expert Dr. Paul Offit lays out the facts surrounding the Covid-19 outbreak as the global community deals with a surge in new cases. Journalist and author Afua Hirsch discusses Britain's colonial history and exploring Africa's art and culture in her new BBC series 'African Renaissance’. She explains how colonial gaze has made us blind to the truth. Our Michel Martin speaks to Beth Fukumoto former member of the Hawaii State House about switching sides to the Democrats. She opens up about drawing her red lines too late in the day.

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Amanpour: Doris Kearns Goodwin, Chanel Miller and Jonah Berger

Sat, 22 Aug 2020 18:23:56 -0000

A Democratic National Convention like no other concludes in America, and anticipation builds for next week's Republican National Convention. Christiane Amanpour is joined by presidential historian Doris Kearns Goodwin to discuss these extraordinary events and how the 2020 presidential race shapes up against it's historic forbears. Then, artist and author Chanel Miller was once only known to the world as Emily Doe, a sexual assault survivor whose powerful anonymous victim impact statement went viral in 2016. Last year she revealed her identity and published an award-winning memoir, “Know My Name”. Miller speaks to Christiane about the struggle to find her voice and what it really means to be a survivor. And our Hari Sreenivasan talks to Jonah Berger, professor at the Wharton School, University of Pennsylvania, about the art of persuasion and his new book “The Catalyst: How to Change Anyone’s Mind."

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Amanpour: Carol Moseley Braun, Pramila Jayapal, Tyler Mitchell and Michael Chertoff

Fri, 21 Aug 2020 20:31:59 -0000

Kamala Harris makes history as she formally accepts the Democratic nomination for Vice President of the United States, becoming the first Black woman and first Indian-American on a major party's ticket. Christiane Amanpour speaks to Carol Moseley Braun, the first Black woman to become a U.S. Senator, about Harris' inspirational message and breaking down boundaries in American politics. Then, Pramila Jayapal was the first South Asian American woman elected to the U.S. House of Representatives, on the same night that Harris achieved that same milestone in the Senate. They discuss America's changing attitude towards immigration and the push for Medicare for All. Photographer Tyler Mitchell was just 23 when became the first Black photographer to shoot the cover of Vogue’s famous September issue, photographing none other than Beyoncé. He explains why he sees black beauty as an act of justice and his new book “I Can Make You Feel Good". And our Michel Martin speaks to Michael Chertoff, former Secretary of Homeland Security, about what he thinks are the greatest threats facing U.S. security, and how the role of the DHS has changed in recent times.

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Amanpour: Kyriakos Mitsotakis, Igor Leshchenya, Ron Klain, Tom Perez and David Chalian

Thu, 20 Aug 2020 19:24:28 -0000

As countries around the world try to adjust to a new normal, it's clear that there is no perfect blueprint for handling the coronavirus. Greece had remarkable early successes fighting the virus, but having now opened up to tourists, cases have surged and a new shutdown has been hurriedly implemented. Christiane Amanpour is joined by Greek Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis to discuss the pandemic, heightened tensions with neighboring Turkey and the ongoing migrant crisis. Then, Belarusian President Alexander Lukashenko continues to cling to power after a disputed election result and a week of protests. Igor Leshchenya, Belarusian Ambassador to Slovakia, explains why he chose to side with the people, tendering his resignation and denouncing Lukashenko. Our Walter Isaacson speaks to Ron Klain, former Chief of Staff to Vice President Biden, about the Trump administration's handling of the coronavirus pandemic, and why he thinks it will cost Trump the presidency. Chair of the Democratic National Committee Tom Perez talks to Christiane about the unconventional format of this year’s event and how he thinks the presidential race is shaping up. And correspondent David Chalian speaks to Christiane about the latest from the virtual convention floor.

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Amanpour: John Kerry, Dan Rather, Margaret Carlson and Cory Booker

Thu, 20 Aug 2020 16:24:00 -0000

The Trump administration announces plans to drill the Arctic National Wildlife Refuge and the clock ticks down to November 4, the day America looks set to officially leave the Paris Climate Agreement. These moves come in the midst of a presidential election in which climate has played a bigger role than ever before. Former U.S. Secretary of State John Kerry committed America to the Paris Climate Agreement back in 2016 and he joins Christiane Amanpour to discuss the Democratic campaign and share his perspective as someone who went head to head with an incumbent Republican President. Then, this year’s virtual Democratic National Convention is shaping up to be like no other before, but these nominating events have a long history of generating their own magical moments. Our Walter Isaacson talks to Dan Rather, former anchor of the CBS Evening News and Margaret Carlson, columnist at The Daily Beast, about the meaning and purpose of these conventions in the landscape of America’s politics. And Christiane is joined by Democratic Senator Cory Booker to discuss the Biden-Harris ticket and this year’s push for Democratic unity.

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Amanpour: John Kasich, Taghi Amirani, Walter Murch and Wade Davis

Tue, 18 Aug 2020 13:42:56 -0000

A Democratic National Convention unlike any seen before kicks off in the United States. Many of the biggest names in democratic politics are due to speak at the virtual event, demonstrating as much socially distanced unity as the party can muster. Christiane Amanpour is joined by former Governor of Ohio John Kasich, who ran against Donald Trump four years ago for the Republican nomination, and has now crossed the political aisle to speak at this year’s DNC. Then, in 1953 the CIA and MI6 instigated a coup d’état to overthrow Iran’s Prime Minister Mohammad Mossadegh and reinstall the Shah to power. Operation Ajax set in motion a course of events that would lead to Iran’s 1979 Islamic Revolution, and which continue to shape the country today. Documentary film “Coup 53” uses new archival evidence to tell this story and Christiane speaks to the men behind the film, director Taghi Amirani and editor Walter Murch. And our Hari Sreenivasan speaks to professor of anthropology and best-selling author Wade Davis about his latest article for Rolling Stone “The Unraveling of America”, and the end of American exceptionalism.

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Amanpour: Jared Kushner, Anwar Gargash, Vali Nasr and Marietje Schaake

Mon, 17 Aug 2020 14:27:56 -0000

This week's landmark peace agreement between Israel and the United Arab Emirates has divided opinion across the Middle East, and the world. Christiane Amanpour speaks to Jared Kushner, Senior Adviser to President Trump, about America’s role in the negotiations and the upcoming U.S. presidential election. Then, Anwar Gargash, UAE Minister of State for Foreign Affairs, discusses the reactions from the region and what the new diplomatic agreement might means for UAE-Israeli relations. Vali Nasr, Professor at Johns Hopkins School of Advanced International Studies, and Marietje Schaake, former European Parliament member for the Netherlands, join Christiane to talk about international reactions to the deal, and how this move fits into the broader framework of U.S foreign policy.

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Amanpour: Tzipi Livni, Jaime Harrison, Dave Zirin, Michael Bennett and Jacob Collier

Fri, 14 Aug 2020 20:58:11 -0000

After years of security cooperation, Israel and the United Arab Emirates have signed a peace deal which sees Israel suspend it’s plans to annex parts of the West Bank. Former Israeli Foreign Minister Tzipi Livni joins Christiane Amanpour to discuss the historic agreement. Then, for the past 17 years South Carolina has been a Republican stronghold, and the home state of Republican Senator Lindsey Graham. Jamie Harrison is the first African American Chair of the South Carolina Democratic Party, and is standing toe to toe with Graham this year. He speaks to Christiane about the presidential race and his ambitions to forge a “new South”. The coronavirus pandemic has had a devastating effect on American sport and is now threatening the upcoming college football season. Our Hari Sreenivasan speaks to sportswriter Dave Zirin and retired NFL defensive end Michael Bennett, about their book “Things That Makes White People Uncomfortable” and how the Black Lives Matter movement has been empowering athletes both on and off the field. And musician Jacob Collier exploded onto the music scenes in 2016 with his album “In My Room”, recorded almost single-handedly in his bedroom. Much of his latest album, “Djesse Vol.3” was recorded from his home during lockdown and he reflects on finding inspiration in isolation.

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Amanpour: Valerie Jarrett, DeRay Mckesson, Rutger Bregman and Kurt Andersen

Thu, 13 Aug 2020 20:48:11 -0000

Senator Kamala Harris is named as the first Black female candidate for Vice President. It’s a historic choice for America, coming at a historic moment for the country. Christiane Amanpour is joined by Valerie Jarrett, former Senior Adviser to Barack Obama, to assess the presidential race, and the Biden-Harris ticket. Law enforcement issues have played a fundamental role in Harris’ career, and her presidential campaign. Civil Rights Activist DeRay Mckesson has previously challenged Harris on her record, and he discusses his take on Joe Biden’s new vice-presidential pick. Then, at this time of social upheaval and hyper partisan politics, perhaps it’s time for some lessons in “hopeful history”. Author Rutger Bregman joins Christiane to chat about his new book "Humankind:A Hopeful History”, and why believes that humans are innately good. And our Walter Isaacson speaks to journalist and author Kurt Andersen about the absence of fairness in America today. They talk about his new book "Evil Geniuses: The Unmaking of America: A Recent History” and the threat of hyper-capitalism in America.

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Amanpour: Linas Linkevičius, Andrei Sannikov, Bill Gates and Jeffrey Toobin

Wed, 12 Aug 2020 19:34:39 -0000

Police and protesters clash in the streets of Belarus over the disputed sixth term election victory of President Alexander Lukashenko. His opponent, Svetlana Tikhanovskaya, was detained on Sunday after filing a complaint about vote rigging and has now fled to neighboring Lithuania. Christiane Amanpour speaks to Lithuanian Foreign Minister Linas Linkevičius about the latest developments and Tikhanovskaya's experience. Then former Belarusian presidential candidate Andrei Sannikov, who ran against Lukashenko in 2010, talks about his own mistreatment at the hands of Lukashenko’s regime and the need for international sanctions. Our Walter Isaacson speaks to Microsoft Corporation founder Bill Gates, about his fight to improve global health through the Gates Foundation, the search for a coronavirus vaccine and why he thinks much of the testing currently being done in the U.S. is useless. And President Trump continues the fight to keep his financial history a secret, his lawyers are now arguing that he’s being “harassed”. Jeffrey Toobin, legal analyst and author of "True Crimes and Misdemeanors: The Investigation of Donald Trump" joins Christiane to unpick the facts of the case.

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Amanpour: Ghassan Hasbani, Claudia Mo, Jennifer Granholm, Saikat Chakrabarti and David Kaye

Tue, 11 Aug 2020 17:43:00 -0000

The Lebanese government steps down as violent protests rock the country. With the economy and food security now at breaking point, Christiane Amanpour speaks to Ghassan Hasbani, former Lebanese Deputy Prime Minister, about last week’s devastating explosion, and where the responsibility lies. Then, the arrest of media tycoon Jimmy Lai marks the most high-profile attempt by Beijing to crack down on democracy in Hong Kong. Pro-democracy member of Hong Kong's Legislative Council, Claudia Mo, reflects on the effects of the new national security law and the threat to press freedom. Jennifer Granholm, former Michigan Governor and Saikat Chakrabarti, former Chief of Staff for Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez, discuss the case for “Medicare For All”, and the direction of the Democratic party. And our Hari Sreenivasan speaks to David Kaye, former U.N. Special Rapporteur on Freedom of Opinion and Expression, about what he calls the ‘Trump effect’ and the rise in authoritarian leadership.

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Amanpour: Khalid Aljabri, Mark Mazzetti, Mona Fawaz and Tyler Shultz

Mon, 10 Aug 2020 22:31:34 -0000

Christiane Amanpour speaks exclusively with Khalid Aljabri, son of a former Saudi intelligence official who claims Crown Prince Mohammed Bin Salman sent an assassination squad after him in 2018. To unpack this, Mark Mazzetti, New York Times investigative correspondent, weighs in. He explains the significance of the AlJabri's family allegations against the Saudi government. Turning to Lebanon: Beirut professor Mona Fawaz assesses the Lebanese government's response to the Beirut explosion and the political fallout still to come. Then our Hari Sreenivasan talks to Theranos whistleblower Tyler Shultz who explains how the company put lives in grave danger.

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Amanpour: Setsuko Thurlow, Stuart Stevens, Ari Berman and LaTosha Brown

Fri, 07 Aug 2020 20:49:00 -0000

75 years after the nuclear bombs fell on Hiroshima and Nagaski, survivor Setsuko Thurlow, still struggles with the memories of death and destruction. She joins Christiane Amanpour to reflect on that horrifying day that inspired her to dedicate her life to campaigning for nuclear disarmament, which earned her a Nobel Peace prize. Stuart Stevens, former Republican strategist, talks candidly about the disillusionment he now feels for his old party and why he once "represented the worst of the political system.” Then, our Hari Sreenivasan speaks to Ari Berman, author and senior reporter at Mother Jones, and LaTosha Brown, co-founder of the Black Voters Matter Fund, about voter suppression and the looming election crisis.

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Amanpour: Steve Cortes, Dr. Anthony Fauci and Isabel Wilkerson

Thu, 06 Aug 2020 22:43:00 -0000

As Beirut reels from a deadly explosion, adding to their already struggling economy and political instability, we give you the latest updates from those on the ground. Then looking ahead to November, Steve Cortes, senior adviser to the Trump 2020 Campaign, joins Christiane Amanpour to talk facing off against Biden. Turning back to the coronavirus pandemic, our Walter Isaacson speaks to Dr. Anthony Fauci, America’s leading infectious disease expert, about his war of words with President Trump. And finally, Isabel Wilkerson, author of "Caste: The Origins of Our Discontents," discusses America’s caste problem and why we need new language to understand and heal our divisions.

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Amanpour: Ben Wedeman, Edward Lee Childress, Megan Rapinoe and Dr. Francis Collins

Wed, 05 Aug 2020 22:36:16 -0000

As a huge explosion rocks Lebanon's capital, our correspondent Ben Wedeman gives us the latest from the ground in Beirut. Then we turn to coronavirus and how it is impacting schools in the U.S. and around the world. Edward Lee Childress, superintendent of the Corinth school district in Mississippi, talks about reopening his schools and dealing with the surge in positive cases in his area. Arne Duncan, former secretary of education, also weighs in. He argues we are asking too much of school officials. Megan Rapinoe, two-time world cup soccer champion, discusses her new HBO special 'Seeing America with Megan Rapinoe' and the movement for racial justice. Turning back to the Covid-19 pandemic, our Walter Isaacson talks to Dr. Francis Collins, director of the National Institutes of Health - aka Fauci’s boss - about the search for a vaccine and the very tough months that lie ahead.

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Amanpour: Mary Trump, Edward Enninful and James McBride

Wed, 05 Aug 2020 09:20:33 -0000

Millions of Americans who lost their jobs in lockdown await decisions from a deadlocked Washington and the coronavirus pandemic enters a new phase in the U.S. as it infiltrates rural heartlands. With an election just three months away, what is going through the mind of President Trump? Christiane Amanpour is joined by Mary Trump, clinical psychologist and niece of the President. Then, British Vogue Editor-in-Chief Edward Enninful reflects on his experience as the first man, and first Black editor, of the iconic British fashion publication. They discuss this year’s flagship September issue and how the Black Lives Matter protests are reshaping the fashion industry. And our Michel Martin speaks to award-winning author and musician James McBride about his latest novel “Deacon King Kong”, the current racial and cultural tensions, and why he remains optimistic.

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Amanpour: Paul Krugman, Russ Feingold, Paul Rosenzweig and Eduardo Padrón

Sun, 02 Aug 2020 11:45:06 -0000

With coronavirus benefit payments in the U.S. set to expire imminently and Congress unable to agree a new aid deal, many Americans face an uncertain financial future. Nobel prize-winning economist Paul Krugman joins Christiane Amanpour to discuss the fight to protect American prosperity and the "body blow" that political inaction deals to ordinary citizens. Then, Russ Feingold, president of the American Constitution Society and Paul Rosenzweig, founder of Red Branch Consulting, give their take from either side of the political aisle on Attorney General Bill Barr’s testimony this week. And our Walter Isaacson speaks to Eduardo Padrón, president emeritus of Miami Dade College, about the imperative for diversity and flexibility in education, and the systemic inequalities that the coronavirus pandemic has exposed in America's collegiate system.

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Amanpour: Tony Blinken, Roberto Azevedo, Maya Soetoro, Yo-Yo Ma and Andy Slavitt

Sun, 02 Aug 2020 11:12:00 -0000

America takes another step away from its international commitments as President Trump approves the removal of nearly 12,000 troops from Germany. With U.S. global leadership under the spotlight, Christiane Amanpour speaks to Tony Blinken, senior foreign policy advisor to Joe Biden, about the upcoming U.S. election and America’s international responsibilities. Director General of the World Trade Organization Roberto Azevedo reflects on the "grim" prospects for the world economy post-Covid, his "challenging" relationship with President Trump and his decision to step down from WTO leadership. Cellist Yo-Yo Ma and co-founder of The Peace Studio Maya Soetoro discuss the link between music and peace and explain how sound gives physical comfort in times of trouble. And our Hari Sreenivasan speaks to Andy Slavitt, former acting administrator of the centers for Medicare and Medicaid services, about his new podcast "In the Bubble with Andy Slavitt" and why he thinks that trust is key to turn the tide on America’s battle with Covid-19.

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Amanpour: Tim Bray, Shoshana Zuboff, Fary and Carl Zimmer

Fri, 31 Jul 2020 17:14:00 -0000

CEOs from four of the world’s most powerful companies - Amazon, Apple, Facebook and Google - faced a grilling before US Congress on Wednesday, asked to explain how their vast empires and business practices are reshaping the world we live in. Former Amazon Vice President Tim Bray, and author of "The Age of Surveillance Capitalism", Shoshana Zuboff, join Christiane Amanpour to discuss the role and responsibilities of big tech. Then French comedian Fary talks candidly about the myth of his country's colourblind ideal, and his recent project 'Hexagone'. And our Walter Isaacson speaks to Carl Zimmer, award-winning science writer and New York Times columnist, about the race for a coronavirus vaccine and the diverging approaches being taken.

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Amanpour: Russ Feingold, Paul Rosenzweig, Jacqueline Novogratz and Eduardo Padrón

Wed, 29 Jul 2020 22:05:00 -0000

Progressive icon Russ Feingold and former Homeland Security official Paul Rosenzweig join Christiane Amanpour to assess the impact of Attorney General William Barr on American justice. Then Jacqueline Novogratz, CEO of Acumen and author of "Manifesto for a Moral Revolution", calls for a moral revolution. She argues why we need to change our values to help the most vulnerable. And our Walter Isaacson speaks to Eduardo Padrón, president emeritus of Miami Dade College, about the diversity and inclusivity of his college, the life changing importance of education and how it's being impacted by coronavirus.

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Amanpour: Jerry Brown, Joachim Kersten, Neil Gross and Margaret Sullivan

Tue, 28 Jul 2020 23:03:04 -0000

Jerry Brown, the former California Governor, joins Christiane Amanpour to discuss President Trump’s decision to send federal agents into Portland to quell the unrest. He says this is unprecedented and ‘pure politics’. Joachim Kersten, chair of police science at the German Police University, and Neil Gross, sociology professor at Colby College, talk about what America can learn from German policing. They trace how Germany changed its police training after World War II. Then our Michel Martin speaks to Margaret Sullivan, media columnist at The Washington Post and author of "Ghosting the News", about the impact of coronavirus on local journalism.

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Amanpour: Steve Leifman, Norm Orstein, Amma Asante and Charles Stewart

Mon, 27 Jul 2020 19:12:32 -0000

Judge Steve Leifman and political scientist Norm Ornstein, the men behind PBS documentary “The Definition of Insanity”, join Christiane Amanpour to discuss Miami-Dade County’s ground-breaking Jail Diversion Program that uses empathy to decriminalize the mentally ill. Then director Amma Asante reflects on making new series "Mrs. America" that examines the controversial 1970s anti-feminist Phyllis Schlafly. She also reveals her experience as a part of the 1% of black and female British directors. And as the November election draws ever closer and many states are expanding the use of postal voting in an effort to keep people safe amid the pandemic, our Hari Sreenivasan talks to Charles Stewart, professor of political science at MIT, about why this has become so politically charged.

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Amanpour: Wendy Sherman, Dr. Anders Tegnell, Heidi Larson and Jason Stanley

Fri, 24 Jul 2020 22:39:53 -0000

Wendy Sherman, the director for Center for Public Leadership at Harvard Kennedy School and former diplomat, speaks to Christiane Amanpour about the decision to close the Chinese consulate. She argues it was an overreach. Now, Sweden have a had an usual approach to lockdown; at first they had very few deaths and no lockdown was imposed, but as their mortality rate is increasing they are facing harsh criticism. Dr. Anders Tegnell, Sweden's chief epidemiologist, defends Sweden’s policy. Since the coronavirus pandemic began, the race for a vaccine has been on. But will everyone take it once it becomes available? Heidi Larson, director of The Vaccine Confidence Project, explains where vaccine hesitancy comes from, and how to restore public faith in medicine. Then our Hari Sreenivasan talks to Jason Stanley, Yale philosophy professor and author of "How Fascism Works", about the inner mechanics of fascism and the forces that drive dictatorship, including worrying signs of fascism on the rise in the U.S.

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Amanpour: Bernie Sanders, Marjane Satrapi and Thomas Chatterton Williams

Thu, 23 Jul 2020 19:48:54 -0000

Senator Bernie Sanders joins Christiane Amanpour in an exclusive interview about his presidential run, Covid-19, Trump, and the shape of Democratic politics. He explains why he thinks Joe Biden has made significant movement in a progressive direction. Then filmmaker and author Marjane Satrapi talks about directing “Radioactive”, a new biopic that showcases the complicated genius and life story of Marie Curie. An open letter recently published in Harper’s Magazine argues that cancel culture threatens free speech. The letter’s co-author, Thomas Chatterton Williams, speaks to our Walter Isaacson about the toxic culture of cancelling versus the very necessary calling out of those who have overstepped the line. And finally, we give you a snippet of a previously unheard Rolling Stones song.

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Amanpour: Devi Sridhar, Larry Hogan and Keisha Lance Bottoms

Wed, 22 Jul 2020 21:30:11 -0000

As Oxford University take a huge step forward in the hunt for an effective vaccine against Covid-19, Devi Sridhar, Professor of Global Public Health at Edinburgh University, joins Christiane Amanpour to explain how coronavirus can cause long term damage, even for young people with no underlying health conditions, and why countries across the world must prepare for winter. Then Maryland Governor Larry Hogan warns that testing shortages could make the situation even worse. Our Walter Isaacson speaks to the Mayor of Atlanta Keisha Lance Bottoms, who is also reportedly on Joe Biden's short list for presidential running mates about the heated mask debate in the United States, and why she opposes defunding the police. And finally, we tell you about the massive sperm whale trapped in an illegal fishing net and the valiant efforts the Italian coastguard are doing to free it.

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Amanpour: James Clyburn, Nathan Law, Alan Hoo and Zerlina Maxwell

Tue, 21 Jul 2020 20:56:03 -0000

Democratic Congressman James Clyburn joins Christiane Amanpour to discuss the life and legacy of the late John Lewis as well as the violence in Portland, Oregon. Then Hong Kong pro-democracy activist and politician Nathan Law unpacks the new national security law introduced by Beijing and how he was forced to flee his home. But Alan Hoo, vice chair of the Hong Kong Liberal Party, pushes back and defends the controversial law. Our Michel Martin speaks to Zerlina Maxwell, author of “The End of White Politics”, about why Joe Biden should pick a black woman as his running mate. And finally – we tell you about the ground-breaking coronavirus vaccine developed in Oxford that is offering up some hope for the future.

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Amanpour: Petra Costa, Dawn Porter and Dr. Sean O'Leary

Mon, 20 Jul 2020 21:50:13 -0000

As the number of COVID-19 cases in in Brazil surpasses 2 million, Petra Costa, director of "The Edge of Democracy", joins Christiane Amanpour from Sao Paulo to discuss the state of the nation’s health and democracy. Then Dawn Porter, director of "John Lewis: Good Trouble", reflects on the extraordinary life and career of the civil rights icon. Our Hari Sreenivasan also speaks to Dr. Sean O'Leary, vice chair of the American Academy of Pediatrics Committee on Infectious Diseases, about how children are affected by coronavirus. And finally – arise Sir Tom Moore! The UK’s beloved Captain is knighted by the Queen for his contribution to the NHS in a special investiture.

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Amanpour: Tim Harford, Hannah Gadsby and Randi Weingarten

Fri, 17 Jul 2020 20:48:00 -0000

Tim Harford, the economist and journalist, joins Christiane Amanpour to discuss our failure to prepare for disasters like covid-19 and hurricane Katrina and how government often mistake near misses for false alarms. Then Australian comedian Hannah Gadsby who shot to international fame with her pioneering stand-up show “Nanette” in 2018, talks about reclaiming her narrative from trauma. Our Hari Sreenivasan speaks to Randi Weingarten, president of American Federation of Teachers, about how major school distrcits like Los Angeles and San Diego will stay called in the fall, despite pressure from the white house to reopen. And finally we end with Billy Joel making music out of another man’s trash.

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Amanpour: Giuseppe Sala, LaToya Cantrell, Sarah Longwell and Mehrsa Baradaran

Thu, 16 Jul 2020 21:01:17 -0000

Mayors Giuseppe Sala and LaToya Cantrell, of Milan and New Orleans respectively, join Christiane Amanpour to discuss how their cities are dealing with coronavirus pandemic. They reveal their agenda for a green and just recovery after covid. Groups like Republican Voters Against Trump are trying to convince party members to abandon the president. The co-founder Sarah Longwell talks candidly about her hopes for the November election. Then our Michel Martin speaks to Mehrsa Baradaran, law professor and author of “The Color of Money”, about how black communities have been systemically shut out of the banking system causing a vast racial wealth gap. And finally, since slave trader Edward Colston’s statue was toppled in Bristol, his plinth has stood empty. We explain how an artist has now replaced it with a symbol of the black lives matter movement.

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Amanpour: Richard Hatchett, Deborah Peterson Small, Khalil Gibran Muhammad and Janet Napolitano

Wed, 15 Jul 2020 18:39:00 -0000

As the coronavirus pandemic and the race for the vaccine continues, Richard Hatchett, the CEO of Coalition for Epidemic Preparedness Innovations, joins Christiane Amanpour to discuss how any vaccine must go to those most at risk. Then history professor Khalil Gibran Muhammad and activist Deborah Peterson Small trace the stain of racism in the criminal justice system from slavery to now. Our Walter Isaacson speaks to Janet Napolitano, the first female president of of University of California, about whether to reopen schools and universities this fall. And finally – we reveal what infamous yet secretive street artist Banksy has been up to on London’s underground.

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Amanpour: Beto O'Rourke, Ed Yong, Vincent R. Stewart, Margo Price and Jeremy Ivey

Tue, 14 Jul 2020 21:31:31 -0000

Beto O'Rourke, former Democratic congressman and presidential candidate, joins Christiane Amanpour from El Paso, Texas to discuss the spike in cases across several states in the United States. He says Trump’s leadership is ‘deadly and dangerous’. Then Ed Yong, staff writer at The Atlantic, argues why this surge was predictable and preventable. And from one pandemic to another – our Walter Isaacson speaks to retired general Vincent R. Stewart about racism in America. Stewart, the first African American director of the U.S. Defense Intelligence Agency, talks about his experiences of racial prejudice and how he was compelled to say enough is enough in his recent op ed. And finally, anti-establishment singer-songwriter Margo Price reflects on country music, gender inequality and racism in 2020 America and why she’s not afraid to rail against it. To end the show, her husband and fellow band mate Jeremy Ivey joins to perform “Gone to Stay” from their new album.

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Amanpour: Aalaya Eastmond, Alicia Garza, Lemn Sissay, Annette Gordon-Reed and Jon Meacham

Sat, 27 Jun 2020 11:50:00 -0000

Aalaya Eastmond, activist and Parkland school shooting survivor, and Alicia Garza, the co-founder of the Black Lives Matter movement, join Christiane Amanpour to discuss the intergenerational fight for racial justice and the exhaustion of being a black woman today. Lemn Sissay, the acclaimed British poet and author of “My Name is Why,” talks candidly about his harrowing journey in search of his true identity after he was stolen from his Ethiopian birth mother in 1967. He details the racism he experienced growing up with a foster family who then rejected him after 12 years of calling him son. Then, our Walter Isaacson speaks to Pulitzer prize-winning historians Annette Gordon-Reed and Jon Meacham to unpack the contradictions of one of America’s founding fathers: Thomas Jefferson, slave owner and advocate for equality. They pick up the discussion of the moment: whether to take down statues that, for many, are symbols of oppression and embody hundreds of years of systemic racism.

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Amanpour: Tzipi Livni, Diana Buttu, Mary Jordan and DJ Patil

Fri, 26 Jun 2020 21:07:32 -0000

Former Israeli Foreign Minister Tzipi Livni joins Christiane Amanpour to discuss tensions between Israel and Palestine. She warns that if Israel annexes Palestinian territory unilaterally, it's giving up hope for peace in the future and making a huge historical mistake. Palestinian human rights lawyer and former adviser to the PLO Diana Buttu weighs in, arguing that if Israel go ahead with the annexation, they are breaking international law and must be held accountable. Mary Jordan, Pulitzer prize-winning journalist and author of "The Art of Her Deal," reveals how First Lady Melania Trump used her husband's ascent to renegotiate her prenup and how she influenced the President’s VP pick. Then our Hari Sreenivasan turns back to the coronavirus pandemic with his conversation with DJ Patil, the former U.S. chief data scientist. He explains that Covid-19 isn’t going away and the likelihood of a second wave and how we best mitigate it.

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Amanpour: Christine Todd Whitman, Faiz Shakir, Glenn Hubbard and Kadir Nelson

Thu, 25 Jun 2020 23:06:00 -0000

Christine Todd Whitman, the former governor of New Jersey, digs into the climate crisis and the upcoming presidential election. Faiz Shakir, the former campaign manager for Bernie Sanders’ 2020 run, and Mark Mckinnon, former presidential adviser, analyse the progressive surge in Tuesday's primaries and what it will mean come November. Then our Walter Isaacson talks to Columbia professor and economist Glenn Hubbard about how we are going to recover economically from the fallout of Covid-19. And finally, Kadir Nelson, the artist and author, reveals the inspiration behind his acclaimed covers for The New Yorker and The Rolling Stone. He talks art, racial justice and politics in this current moment of cultural reckoning.

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Amanpour: William Cohen, Clifford Stott and Norm Stamper

Wed, 24 Jun 2020 22:21:46 -0000

William Cohen, the veteran Republican and former Defense Secretary, joins Christiane Amanpour to discuss a potential second term for President Trump. He says this would could spell the end of democracy and pave the way for tyranny. Clifford Stott, social psychology professor at Keele University, discusses how to prevent protests turning violent. For example, he explains how officers can and should use dialogue to defuse tensions with large crowds. Then our Michel Martin speaks to Norm Stamper, former Seattle Police chief and author of “To Protect and Serve: How to Fix America's Police,” about the toxic police culture he was once a part of and how best to remedy it.

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Amanpour: Kristalina Georgieva, Reverend William J. Barber II, Anne Milgram, Matthew Desmond and Afua Hirsch

Tue, 23 Jun 2020 16:24:29 -0000

Kristalina Georgieva, the head of the International Monetary Fund, joins Christiane Amanpour to assess the economic fallout of the coronavirus pandemic. She reveals that the global recession will be worse, and the recovery potentially slower, than currently forecast. Reverend William Barber II, co-chair of the Poor People’s Campaign, highlights the urgent need to combat voter suppression before the 2020 presidential election. He says voting rights are a matter of life and death. Former federal prosecutor Anne Milgram discusses the firing of U.S. attorney Geoffrey Berman; stating the removal was bizarre, political and raises questions that need to be answered by Attorney General Barr. Then our Michel Martin speaks to Princeton professor and author of "Evicted", Matthew Desmond, about the eviction crisis in the United States and how ending up on the street is a very real possibility for many Americans. He lays out how investing in affordable and stable housing is economically beneficial. And finally – today the UK mark Windrush day, a day honoring the contribution of the Windrush Generation who emigrated to the UK after WWII, but many of whom were wrongfully detained and even deported. Afua Hirsch, journalist and author of “Brit(ish), delves into the country's history of systemic racism.

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Amanpour: Carol Anderson, Eric Foner, Malcolm Gladwell and Lonnie Bunch

Sat, 20 Jun 2020 00:23:04 -0000

Today is “Juneteenth” in the United States; a holiday that celebrates the emancipation of America’s slaves. Historians Carol Anderson and Eric Foner join Christiane Amanpour to unpack this historic day and the legacy of systemic racism that is still felt today. They explore the patterns of both progress and backlash for black Americans. Malcolm Gladwell, host of "Revisionist History" and author of "Talking to Strangers", discusses police reform and America’s moral shift. Then Walter Isaacson speaks to Lonnie Bunch, the first African American to oversee The Smithsonian Institution and head of the National Museum of African American History and Culture, about the tragic story of 14-year-old Emmett till who was lynched in 1955. He says slavery is embedded in everything and highlights the importance learning from our brutal history. And finally – we mark the graduation of Malala Yousafzai, who despite being targeted by the Taliban 8 years ago, now holds a degree from one of the most prestigious universities in the world.

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Amanpour: Jim Sciutto, Gabriela Jauregui, Farnaz Fassihi. Dr. Larry Brilliant

Fri, 19 Jun 2020 22:59:23 -0000

Jim Sciutto, CNN’s security correspondent and author of "The Madman Theory: Trump Takes on the World," joins Christiane Amanpour to unpack former national security adviser John Bolton’s explosive new memoir detailing his time in the White House by Trump’s side. Sciutto digs into Bolton’s motives and questions why he did not protest more loudly about the President’s behavior at the time and when testifying under oath. Since lockdown, rates of domestic violence around the world have spiked and nations with already poor records on women’s rights are seeing increased rates of femicide. Gabriela Jauregui, author and women's rights activist from Mexico, and Farnaz Fassihi, the New York Times journalist, explain the ‘shadow pandemic’ of violence against women in Mexico and Iran. Physician and epidemiologist Dr. Larry Brilliant has been sounding the alarm about pandemics for years; he speaks to our Walter Isaacson about working for the W.H.O in India and the lessons he learnt eradicating the smallpox virus.

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Amanpour: Guillermo Galdos, Julio Frenk, Raj Chetty and LZ Granderson

Thu, 18 Jun 2020 20:42:00 -0000

Journalist Guillermo Galdos takes us with her on her harrowing journey escaping from Latin America’s Covid-19 epicenter in Lima, Peru. Many have been left unemployed as a result of the pandemic and are being forced to leave the capital. Julio Frenk, president of University of Miami and former health minister of Mexico, explains the impact of coronavirus in the continent and why populism is dangerous to public health. Then our Hari Sreenivasan talks to Harvard economics professor Raj Chetty about the economic fallout of covid-19 and how his new index that assess employment and wages in the United States reveals some surprising facts. And finally, LZ Granderson, sports and culture columnist at the Los Angeles Times, digs into the politics of sport and why white athletes must take a stand against racism and police brutality.

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Amanpour: Kay Bailey Hutchison, Chile Eboe-Osuji, Rob Schenck, Amos Nachoum and Yonatan Nir

Thu, 18 Jun 2020 18:07:45 -0000

President Trump has announced his intention to pull out 9,500 American troops from Germany. Kay Bailey Hutchison, the U.S. Ambassador to NATO, joins Christiane Amanpour to unpack this latest development in American policy. She reveals that this won’t be happening right away. Judge and President of the International Criminal Court Chile Eboe-Osuji discusses an investigation into whether US forces committed war crimes in Afghanistan and says he hopes the U.S. stop their trend of attacking the ICC. A key base of support in Trump’s corner has always been white, evangelical Christians – our Michel Martin speaks to a minister from that very group: Rob Schenck. Once part of an aggressive wing of the anti-abortion movement, he talks about rejecting divisive and zealous rhetoric in these already divisive times. And finally, Amos Nachoum, Wildlife Photographer, and Yonatan Nir, co-director, "Picture of His Life", reflect on teaming up on a quest to photograph a polar bar whilst swimming with it. Some much needed visual escapism whilst in lockdown.

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Amanpour: Valerie Amos, David Simon and Phillip Atiba Goff

Tue, 16 Jun 2020 20:30:36 -0000

As anti-racist protests continue around the world, Valerie Amos, director of SOAS and soon to be the first black head of an Oxford college, talks to Christiane Amanpour about the UK Prime Minister’s new commission on race inequality and the urgent need to decolonize our curriculum. Since the death of George Floyd, we have been going through a cultural reckoning, questioning what TV shows we watch and the language we use. David Simon, creator of celebrated HBO series “The Wire”, talks about the impact of cop shows have on the imagination. Simon has covered American policing for decades and argues that the real issue lies in the misguided war on drugs and the militarization of the police. Our Michel Martin speaks to Phillip Atiba Goff, the co-founder and CEO of Center for Policing Equity, about fighting implicit biases in police departments. He explains how his team are working in collaboration with law enforcement and in communities to prevent more unnecessary deaths. And finally, we unpack the photo that everyone is talking about: a black man carrying a white man to safety at Saturday’s far-right counter-protest in London and we end on Kennedy Mitchum’s success revising Merriam Webster’s definition of racism.

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Amanpour: Darren Walker, Richard Parsons, Patrick Robinson and Robin DiAngelo

Mon, 15 Jun 2020 15:09:58 -0000

In 2020 black Americans are worse off than white Americans by every metric. The demand for economic equality has been a rallying cry for the Black Lives Matter movement and a critical gaze is now turning to corporate America, where only four CEOs of Fortune 500 companies are black, all of whom are men. Christiane Amanpour speaks to two men who have lived this reality, Darren Walker, President of the Ford Foundation, and Richard Parsons, former Chairman and CEO of Time Warner. Then, as Britain continues to address its colonial past, an aptly timed BBC drama “Sitting in Limbo”, has been released. It tells the story of the 2017 Windrush scandal, when a generation of British subjects from the Caribbean were wrongly detained or deported as part of the British government’s ‘hostile environment policy’. Star of the drama Patrick Robinson gives his perspective on the present moment, and the work that Britain still needs to do. And then, in 2018 Michel Martin spoke to author Robin DiAngelo about her book “White Fragility”. Finding even greater relevance today, the book is back on numerous best-seller lists and in an extended cut of the original interview, they discuss unconscious biases and why white people are often defensive when it comes to talking about race.

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Amanpour: Christian Cooper, Melody Cooper, Sajid Javid and Michael Eric Dyson

Fri, 12 Jun 2020 11:22:34 -0000

Recent polls in the U.S. show that the majority of Americans believe that the Black Lives Matter protests rocking the country constitute a defining moment in history. Yet despite this wave of activism, many African Americans still experience acts of racism on a daily basis. Over memorial weekend a video went viral showing a white woman in Central Park calling the police and accusing an African American man of threatening her, after he asked her to put her dog on a leash. The man in question, Christian Cooper, filmed the exchange, and he and his sister Melody Cooper, join Christiane to discuss to the event, and weaponization of race in America. Then, Sajid Javid, former UK Chancellor of the Exchequer, reflects on Britain’s colonial legacy and his own experience of racism in the financial and political sectors. And our Hari Sreenivasan speaks to Michael Eric Dyson, professor of sociology at Georgetown University, about this watershed moment in America and what it means for race relations.

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Amanpour: Mary Frances Berry, Deval Patrick and Admiral Mike Mullen

Thu, 11 Jun 2020 09:07:14 -0000

Philonise Floyd, brother of the late George Floyd, testified before a House hearing on Wednesday, urging lawmakers to “do the right thing” and take action on police violence. Meanwhile, coronavirus continues to rage in the U.S., spiking in 19 states, and taking a severe toll on black communities. Christiane Amanpour speaks to Mary Frances Berry, former Chair of the U.S. Commission on Civil Rights, about the interplay between democracy, racism and health at this crucial moment in America’s history. Then, to achieve lasting change, innovation will be needed not just in police departments, but in education, health and economic policy. Christiane speaks to Deval Patrick, former Governor of Massachusetts, about the structural reform America needs to see. And our Walter Isaacson speaks to Admiral Mike Mullen, former Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff, about why he chose to speak out after the National Guard were used to disperse protesters in Washington, and he gives his take on the growing militarization of America’s domestic police force.

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Amanpour: Bill Moyers, Afua Hirsch, Eusebius McKaiser and Mike Johnson

Wed, 10 Jun 2020 14:05:23 -0000

As George Floyd is laid to rest in his hometown of Houston, Texas, Speaker of the House Nancy Pelosi is calling for “transformative structural change”. Christiane Amanpour is joined by Bill Moyers, the broadcaster and journalist who served in Lyndon Johnson’s White House. They reflect on how the death of George Floyd has impacted America, and what this powerful moment of moral reckoning, in the midst of a health crisis and during an election year, might lead to? The calls for racial equality in the wake of Floyd’s death have spread beyond geographic boundaries, influencing many around the world to reflect on the failings of their own societies. Christiane speaks to Afua Hirsch, journalist and author of "Brit(ish)", and Eusebius McKaiser, broadcaster and author of "Run Racist Run", about the need for many nations to confront their colonial histories anew. And our Walter Isaacson is joined by Chairman of the U.S. House Republican Study Committee, Mike Johnson, to discuss systemic change in America, police reform and how he feels about President Trump's handling of the crisis.

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Amanpour: Thenjiwe McHarris, Alex Vitale, Adam Kinzinger and Roula Khalaf

Tue, 09 Jun 2020 17:45:53 -0000

Black Lives Matter protests inspired by the killing of George Floyd continued around the world over the weekend. Minneapolis City Council is now pledging to dismantle the police department, and replace it with community-based strategies, but not everyone agrees that abolishing the department is the right approach. Christiane Amanpour is joined by Thenjiwe McHarris, a strategist for The Movement for Black Lives, and Alex Vitale, coordinator of the Policing and Social Justice Project at Brooklyn College, to discuss what defunding the police could look like. And then, partisan politics has played a major role in conversations around police defunding, with only one Republican senator having come out in favor so far. U.S. House Republican Adam Kinzinger spent the weekend serving in the National Guard in Wisconsin and he joins Christiane to give his perspective on the defunding initiative and reflect on President Trump’s now infamous photo opportunity outside St John's Church, Washington. And Editor of the Financial Times, Roula Khalaf, speaks to our Walter Isaacson about how the Trump administration’s response to the current protests is impacting America’s moral authority and where the U.S. now stands in relation to the world’s autocracies.

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Amanpour: Keith Ellison, Anne Applebaum, Eliot Cohen and Vanita Gupta

Fri, 05 Jun 2020 20:40:14 -0000

Christiane Amanpour is joined by Minnesota Attorney General, Keith Ellison, who is now the lead prosecutor in the George Floyd case. They discuss the charges filed against the four police officers involved in Floyd’s death and the challenges of winning convictions in a justice system that traditionally favors the police. Then, when riot police were brought in to clear peaceful protesters outside the White House, it was a tipping point for many in the military. Dean of SAIS at John Hopkins University, Eliot Cohen, and historian and staff writer at The Atlantic, Anne Applebaum, set this historic event in context. And our Hari Sreenivasan speaks to Vanita Gupta, a civil rights lawyer who worked under former President Obama as the Acting Attorney General and Head of the Department of Justice's Civil Rights Division. Having led the investigation into the police department in Ferguson, Missouri, after the fatal shooting of Michael Brown, Gupta explains why the changes need to go far beyond just police reform.

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Amanpour: Rear Admiral John Kirby, General John Allen, Paul van Zyl, Vincent Warren and Mark Bray

Fri, 05 Jun 2020 13:41:19 -0000

Protests and marches inspired by the death of George Floyd continue across the U.S. and beyond, while in Minneapolis, mourners gather at his memorial service. President Trump has called for tough action against the protesters, encouraging the deployment of active-duty military officers to quell domestic protests. Christiane Amanpour is joined by former U.S. Deputy Assistant Secretary of Defense, retired Rear Admiral John Kirby and former Commander of U.S. Forces in Afghanistan, General John Allen, to dissect the impact that these domestic deployments are having on military morale, and the role of the military in American democracy. Then, as America wrestles with deep-seated racism and police brutality, what lessons can be learnt from South Africa’s experience after apartheid and the idea of restorative justice? Christiane speaks to former Executive Secretary of the South African Truth and Reconciliation Commission, Paul van Zyl, and Executive Director of the Center for Constitutional Rights, Vincent Warren. And our Michel Martin discusses ANTIFA, the anti-fascist group that President Trump is blaming for this week’s violence, with Mark Bray, lecturer and author of "Antifa: The Anti-Fascist Handbook".

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Amanpour: James Clyburn, Marc Lotter, Cedric L. Alexander and Charlamagne tha God

Wed, 03 Jun 2020 21:13:04 -0000

People across the U.S. and beyond continue to unite in protest and solidarity over the death of George Floyd, the unarmed black man who died after a white police officer knelt on his neck. Christiane Amanpour is joined by James Clyburn, U.S. House Majority Whip, who is the most senior serving African American congressman and himself grew up during American segregation. Then Marc Lotter, director of strategic communications for Trump 2020, discusses the criticism leveled at President Trump over his handling of the crisis, and the campaign’s re-election strategy. Cedric L. Alexander, former president of the National Organisation of Black Law Enforcement Executives, talks to Christiane about the Minnesota Department of Human Rights’ recently launched investigation into the Minneapolis Police Department’s practices over the last 10 years. And our Michel Martin speaks with Charlamagne tha God, co-host of The Breakfast Club radio show, about his recent interview with Democratic presidential hopeful Joe Biden and America’s original sin.

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Amanpour: Symone Sanders, Scott Jennings, Karen Bass and Bryan Stevenson

Tue, 02 Jun 2020 21:57:15 -0000

Stark scenes outside the White House on Monday evening as federal police forcibly cleared a path through a group of largely peaceful protesters in order for President Trump to walk from the White House to St John's Episcopal Church. Meanwhile, former Vice President Joe Biden was out visiting protest sites and advocating for leadership that overcomes fear and division. Christiane Amanpour is joined by Symone Sanders, senior adviser to the Biden campaign, and then Scott Jennings, former special assistant to former President George W. Bush, to discuss this contrast in leadership. Chair of the Congressional Black Caucus, Karen Bass, explains what can be done legislatively to address the racial injustice plaguing America and reflects on next steps for the Congressional Black Caucus. And our Walter Isaacson speaks to Bryan Stevenson, founder and executive director of the Equal Justice Initiative, about solutions to the current crisis: from fundamentally rethinking American policing, to embracing truth and reconciliation.

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Amanpour: Eleanor Holmes Norton, Martin Luther King III, DeRay Mckesson, Art Acevedo and Nikole Hannah-Jones

Mon, 01 Jun 2020 21:40:00 -0000

Protests continue to roll through over 100 U.S. cities in the wake of the death of George Floyd last week. Christiane Amanpour is joined by congresswoman for the District of Columbia, Eleanor Holmes Norton, to discuss the importance of justice and her experience during the Freedom Summer of 1964. Civil rights activist Martin Luther King III and Campaign Zero co-founder DeRay Mckesson, talk to Christiane about the violence of the current protests and the need to make yourself heard at the ballot box. Houston Police Chief Art Acevedo, tells Christiane why he joined marchers over the weekend and explains why he thinks that law enforcement should condemn the killing of George Floyd. And New York Times journalist Nikole Hannah-Jones, who spearheaded the paper’s 1619 project, contextualizes the current situation into the broader narrative of slavery in America.

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Amanpour: Rev. Jesse Jackson, Melvin Carter, Eric Fischl and Oskar Eustis

Mon, 01 Jun 2020 21:28:29 -0000

As protests over the death of George Floyd rage from coast to coast, Christiane Amanpour speaks to civil rights leader Reverend Jesse Jackson about institutionalized racism and inequality in the United States. Melvin Carter, Mayor of Minneapolis’ twin city St Paul, discusses the latest news on the ground and the charges brought against Derek Chauvin, the police officer filmed kneeling on Floyd’s neck shortly before his death. Artist Eric Fischl reflects on the complex relationship between art and trauma. And artistic director of The Public Theater Oskar Eustis, talks to our Michel Martin about why he says theatre and democracy are inextricably linked.

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Amanpour: Chuck Schumer, David Brooks and Dr. Cara Natterson

Fri, 29 May 2020 13:07:58 -0000

The United States is shaken over the tragic death of George Floyd, the 46-year old unarmed black man from Minneapolis who died after a police officer held him down by kneeling on his neck. Christiane Amanpour is joined by U.S. Senate Democratic leader Chuck Schumer to discuss the situation in the country and President Trump’s threat to regulate, or even close down, social media platforms. During a time when many of us are experiencing personal and professional losses, it can be hard to find purpose. Author and New York Times columnist David Brooks talks to Christiane about his new book “The Second Mountain: A Quest for a Moral Life” and imaging a future amidst uncertainty. And being a teenager is hard at the best of times, let alone during a global pandemic. Our Michel Martin ask paediatrician and parenting expert Dr. Cara Natterson all the questions that parents want the answers to.

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Amanpour: Martha McSally, Kevin Sheekey and Matt Ridley

Thu, 28 May 2020 17:36:00 -0000

Humanity stands on the edge of another milestone in space exploration, the first launch of humans into orbit by a private company, Space X. Christiane Amanpour is joined by Martha McSally, the U.S. Air Force’s first female combat jet pilot and now Republican Senator for Arizona. Covid-19 has killed thousands worldwide and triggered a severe recession. Governments are keen to get people back to work, but contact-tracing technology is vital make this possible. Kevin Sheekey, close aide to Mike Bloomberg and campaign manager during his presidential run, discusses Bloomberg's $10.5 million donation to this effort and how the initiatives are going. And our Walter Isaacson is joined by Matt Ridley, British journalist and science writer, who talks about how the coronavirus pandemic is affecting innovation and his latest book "How Innovation Works: And Why It Flourishes in Freedom".

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Amanpour: Anna Soubry, Mark Landler, Drew Dixon, Joan Morgan and JR

Wed, 27 May 2020 20:09:00 -0000

As the UK edges closer to 40,000 coronavirus deaths, there is uproar in the country over the behavior of Prime Minister Boris Johnson’s chief political advisor Dominic Cummings, who drove nearly 300 miles across England while the public were being urged not to leave their homes. Mr Cummings stands unapologetic, and with the support of the Prime Minister behind him, is this another example of one rule for the people and one for the elite? Anna Soubry, former UK Health Minister, and Mark Landler, London bureau chief at The New York Times, join Christiane Amanpour to discuss the controversy. Music producer Drew Dixon and author Joan Morgan talk to Christiane about ‘Off the Record’, an HBO documentary chronicling the allegations of sexual assault made against hip hop mogul Russell Simmons. They reflect on how black women have been treated by the #MeToo movement, and why the film almost didn’t make it to air. And French street artist JR, known for his giant photographs of faces in urban areas, tells our Hari Sreenivasan about how lockdown is inspiring him.

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Amanpour: Michael D'Antonio, David Urban, Curtis Sittenfeld and Scott Galloway

Wed, 27 May 2020 10:22:00 -0000

As Americans honour their military service people on Memorial Day, the country edges closer to another landmark, 100,000 coronavirus deaths. President Trump has been widely criticized for this handling of the pandemic, and for his behaviour over the weekend. Christiane Amanpour is joined by Michael D'Antonio, author of "The Truth About Trump", and David Urban, a member of President Trump's 2020 advisory committee. Curtis Sittenfeld talks to Christiane about her new book "Rodham", which imagines an America in which Hillary Clinton did not marry Bill and asks what Hillary Rodham might have achieved. And Hari Sreenivasan talks to Scott Galloway, professor of marketing at NYU Stern School of Business, about how the coronavirus may reshape the landscape of higher education in America, and why it might be a good time to take a gap year.

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Amanpour: Amy Walter, Jack Saul, Dr. Helene Gayle and Angélique Kidjo

Sat, 23 May 2020 22:01:01 -0000

As America feels the toll of the coronavirus, it is drawing closer to the November election where President Trump is set to face off against Democratic nominee Joe Biden. Amy Walter, the national editor of the Cook Political Report, joins Christiane Amanpour to discuss how the U.S. presidential race is shaping up. Around the world people are struggling in lockdown, separated from loved ones and trying to prevent the spread of Covid-19; all of which is having a massive strain on our mental health. Psychologist Jack Saul unpacks how this trauma and how best to treat it. Dr. Helene Gayle is the current president and CEO of The Chicago Community Trust and previously worked for 20 years at the CDC - she digs into why the mortality rate is much higher for black Americans with our Michel Martin. She explains why economic inequality is the key. And finally, Angélique Kidjo, singer and UNICEF goodwill ambassador, reflects on the healing power of music and what motivated her to reinvent Miriam Makeba’s famous South African hit ‘Pata Pata.’

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Amanpour: Peter Piot, Dorothy Duffy, Anand Giridharadas, Sue Stuart-Smith and Ron Finley

Fri, 22 May 2020 21:05:17 -0000

Peter Piot is the director of the London School of Hygiene and Tropical Medicine and is still recovering from coronavirus after being diagnosed back in March. He joins Christiane Amanpour to discuss his ordeal as well as the global response. When Dorothy Duffy sadly lost her older sister to Covid-19, who was living in a care home at the time, she wrote a beautiful and emotive poem to highlight how she is not just a statistic. She reads some of that poignant piece and explains her thought process. Then our Hari Sreenivasan talks to Anand Giridharadas, author of “Winners Take All”, about hosting his new Vice TV show, "Seat At The Table". He questions the seat of power and money in the United States and argues why society must adapt if we are to prosper. And Finally - Sue Stuart-Smith, psychiatrist and author of "The Well-Gardened Mind", and Ron Finley, who calls himself "The Gangsta Gardener", explain why gardening is much more than just tending to your plants. They reflect on the psychological and health benefits that it holds, particularly whilst we are confined to our homes.

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Amanpour: Helle Thorning-Schmidt, Nikole Hannah-Jones, Richard Haass and Anya Hindmarch

Thu, 21 May 2020 19:08:03 -0000

Helle Thorning-Schmidt, co-chair of the Facebook oversight board, joins Christiane Amanpour to discuss the threat disinformation and conspiracy theories pose when gone unchecked. Thorning-Schmidt says that, over time, the board could challenge Facebook's community standards and impact its ads and its algorithm. Nikole Hannah-Jones won a Pulitzer Prize for The 1619 Project in the New York Times; a project that attempts to re-examine the legacy of slavery in the United States. She explains how journalist and civil rights leader Ida N. Wells became her source of inspiration and why today COVID-19 disproportionately affects African Americans. Our Walter Isaacson speaks to Richard Haass, author of "The World: A Brief Introduction," about why we as a world need to abandon rivalry and embrace cooperation if we are to solve not only the current pandemic but future crises such as climate change and terrorism. He reflects of the challenges of modern globalization and the tensions between the U.S. and China. And finally – Anya Hindmarch handbag and accessories Designer has turned her talents to help the NHS. She describes her “holdster” design for frontline health workers so they can carry personal items whilst saving lives.

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Amanpour: Bob Menendez, Susan Glasser, Ed Luce, Jonathan Nez and Satya Nadella

Thu, 21 May 2020 15:56:35 -0000

Democratic Senator from New Jersey Bob Menendez joins Christiane Amanpour to unpack President Trump's decision to fire State Department Inspector General Steve Linick. He reflects on this decision and current administration's general behaviour. Susan Glasser, staff writer at The New Yorker, and Ed Luce, the U.S. national editor of the Financial Times, draw parallels between Washington under Trump and Moscow under Putin. Then the Navajo Nation president discusses the high number of coronavirus cases in his community and the challenges the Navajos are facing. He argues they are being pushed aside. Satya Nadella is the third ever Microsoft CEO and he is known for transforming the company using his unique style of leadership rooted in empathy. He talks to our Walter Isaacson about how the tech world are innovating and creating whilst in lockdown.

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Amanpour: Atul Gawande, Julie Andrews, Emma Walton Hamilton and Guillaume Long

Wed, 20 May 2020 13:24:00 -0000

Dr. Atul Gawande, surgeon at Brigham and Women's Hospital, talks to Christiane Amanpour about the key steps to safely re-opening the United States and around the world. He delves into the lessons that can be learnt from hospitals as well as how we address mortality during the pandemic. Then – actress Julie Andrews is perhaps the most well-known nanny in the world; her iconic roles in “Mary Poppins” and “The Sound of Music” are cultural cornerstones. Her daughter Emma Walton Hamilton is an arts educator and children's author who she has collaborated with on several books. They speak about working on their new podcast series ‘Julie’s Library’ and why it’s important to release your imagination during lockdown. Finally, our Hari Sreenivasan talks to Guillaume Long, the former Ecuador Minister of Foreign Affairs, about the danger Covid-19 poses to democracy in Latin America. They reflect on the shocking pictures of carboard coffins and bodies left on the side of the streets in the small South American country.

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Amanpour: Ed Yong, Gary Lineker and Tom Nichols

Tue, 19 May 2020 13:57:11 -0000

As the U.S. nears 90,000 coronavirus deaths, the WHO this week warned that the virus may never go away, making a vaccine the holy grail. President Trump promised a vaccine at 'warp speed' on Friday, a much faster timetable than many experts predict. Christiane Amanpour speaks to Ed Yong, science writer at The Atlantic, about the science behind the virus. Meanwhile the eyes of many sports fans will be on the German Bundesliga this weekend as it becomes the first major European soccer league to return amid the coronavirus pandemic. Former English football player Gary Lineker talks to Christiane about the impact the virus is having on the sporting world. And our Hari Sreenivasan talks to Tom Nichols, author of "The Death of Expertise", about the increasing tension between science and politics and how it informs the current health crisis.

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Amanpour: Ellen Johnson Sirleaf, Paolo Gentiloni, Dr. Boris Lushniak and Sarah Lewis

Fri, 15 May 2020 13:48:37 -0000

Christiane Amanpour is joined by Ellen Johnson Sirleaf, the former President of Liberia, to talk about how the coronavirus is affecting Africa, and her own experience leading, and winning, the battle against Ebola in 2014. Former Italian Prime Minister and current EU Economy Commissioner, Paolo Gentiloni, reflects on the struggle for unity amongst the European bloc, and the uncertainty around Europe's tourist season. Dr. Boris Lushniak, former U.S. Acting Surgeon General, discusses the controversies around America's search for a vaccine, including Dr. Rick Bright's stark warning to Congress on Thursday. And our Walter Isaacson speaks to Sarah Lewis, an associate Professor at Harvard University, about why it's important to have a visual record of the human cost of the coronavirus.

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Amanpour: Luiz Henrique Mandetta, Mariana Mazzucato, Mark Cuban and Hassan Akkad

Thu, 14 May 2020 10:48:58 -0000

As coronavirus infections in Latin America sky-rocket, Brazilian President Jair Bolsonaro continues to dismiss the virus as a 'little flu'. Christiane Amanpour speaks to Luiz Henrique Mandetta, Brazil's former Health Minister, who sparred publicly with President Bolsonaro over his handling of the crisis. Mariana Mazzucato, professor of economics at University College London, reflects on the damage COVID-19 has caused across the globe, and digs into how the crisis could spark a move towards fairer economic systems. Our Walter Isaacson speaks to Mark Cuban, owner of the Dallas Mavericks, about the challenge for American business, and his plans to get his team back on the court. And Christiane speaks to Hassan Akkad, a Syrian refugee and film maker now working as a cleaner in the COVID ward of his local hospital in London.

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Amanpour: Donna Shalala, Donald G. McNeil Jr., Katrín Jakobsdóttir and Dr. F. Perry Wilson

Wed, 13 May 2020 11:33:46 -0000

As almost every U.S. state in is now set to lighten lockdown restrictions, America's top infectious disease expert Anthony Fauci testified on Tuesday before the Senate Health Committee. The message: open too quickly and face serious consequences. Donna Shalala, former U.S. Health and Human Services secretary, joins Christiane to digest the hearings. Donald G. McNeil Jr., science and health reporter at the New York Times, talks to Christiane about America's roadmap to recovery, and the politicization of the coronavirus pandemic. Icelandic Prime Minister Katrín Jakobsdóttir explains how her country got the coronavirus under control, without imposing strict lockdown measures, and reflects on her next steps to protect Iceland's economy. And Hari Sreenivasan speaks to world-renowned clinical researcher Dr. F. Perry Wilson about dangers of misunderstanding, and even deliberate misinformation, when politics and medicine collide.

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Amanpour: David King, David Enrich and Amanda Little

Mon, 11 May 2020 20:37:30 -0000

Christiane Amanpour is joined by David King, former UK chief scientific adviser, to discuss the easing of Britain's lockdown. He tells Christiane why he thinks that lifting restrictions too soon could damage public trust in science. Meanwhile, the US Supreme Court will decide on Tuesday whether President Trump can block congressional and criminal inquiries into his financial practices. It is the biggest presidential immunity case since Watergate. David Enrich, business investigations editor at the New York Times joins Christiane to discuss his new book "Dark Towers" which explores how Deutsche Bank became one of Donald Trump's go-to lenders. And our Hari Sreenivasan is joined by Amanda Little, Bloomberg columnist and author of "The Fate of Food: What We'll Eat in a Bigger, Hotter, Smarter World", to talk about the role that our global food industry has played in the coronavirus pandemic.

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Amanpour: Doris Kearns Goodwin, Max Hastings, Dr Jane Goodall & Tom Ridge

Fri, 08 May 2020 20:02:38 -0000

Marking the 75th anniversary of the end of World War II in Europe, historians Doris Kearns Goodwin and Max Hastings join Christiane Amanpour to discuss the importance of VE day and the leadership that made it possible. World-renowned primatologist Dr Jane Goodall tells Christiane about her new National Geographic documentary "Jane Goodall- The Hope", and the risk that the coronavirus could pose to apes. And Michel Martin talks to former Pennsylvania governor and veteran Tom Ridge, about his take on the armed protests against lockdown orders in the US and the importance of unity and self-sacrifice.

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Amanpour: Dr. Richard Hatchett, Evan Osnos & Laura Marling

Fri, 08 May 2020 17:14:55 -0000

With dire economic warnings coming in from experts on both sides of the Atlantic, a coronavirus vaccine is being held up as a medical and economic holy grail. 108 potential COVID-19 vaccines are in the works - but what are the chances of one being successful? Christiane Amanpour speaks to Dr. Richard Hatchett, CEO of Coalition for Epidemic Preparedness Innovations and former adviser on pandemics to presidents George W. Bush and Barack Obama. New Yorker writer Evan Osnos tells Michel Martin how he thinks the battered US economy could impact President Trump's re-election prospects. And Christiane talks to British folk singer Laura Marling about the early release of her new album 'Song for Our Daughter'.

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Amanpour: Tony Blair, Stacey Abrams and Marc Benioff

Thu, 07 May 2020 21:51:28 -0000

Tony Blair, the former British Prime Minister, joins Christiane Amanpour to discuss the globe's response to the coronavirus pandemic; which he says severely lacks the coordination needed to combat the virus effectively. He also reflects on the UK's death toll and their failure to shut down the nation quicker. And from the UK to the U.S. - Stacey Abrams, the former Georgia State House Minority Leader, explains that whilst she isn't quite pitching herself for the role, she would be a more than capable VP candidate under Joe Biden. She also answers questions on the Tara Reade accusations casting shadow on Biden's run for president. Then our Walter Isaacson speaks to Marc Benioff, the chair and CEO of Salesforce, about how he is giving back during this crisis. They unpack the shortages in PPE in the United States and the creative solutions that are being employed to combat those shortages.

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Amanpour: Ian Bremmer, Robert Reich, David Nott and Bharat Ramamurti

Wed, 06 May 2020 19:39:21 -0000

Ian Bremmer, founder of the Eurasia group, and Robert Reich, former U.S. Secretary of Labor, join Christiane Amanpourto discuss the war of words between the United States and China and the fears of a new cold war. They warn against the ratcheting up tension during both a pandemic and a global recession. And from one war zone to another - David Nott, the trauma and humanitarian surgeon, talks about trading hotzones such as Syria and Yemen to the frontline of the coronavirus outbreak in London. Our Sheelah Kolhatkar speaks to Bharat Ramamurti, member of the Congressional Oversight Commission, about his new role overseeing the Covid-19 bailout money in the United States.

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Amanpour: Ursula von der Leyen, Sebastião Salgado and Alex Stamos

Tue, 05 May 2020 23:42:03 -0000

Ursula von der Leyen, the president of the European Commission, joins Christiane Amanpour about the global fundraiser she is leading for a vaccine and treatment of coronavirus. She highlights that the virus knows no borders and in order to combat it we must come together as a globe. Celebrated photographer Sebastião Salgado talks passionately about the plight of Brazil's indigenous people; he appeals to the Brazilian government to protect them from both exploitation as well as Covid-19. Then our Hari Sreenivasan speaks to Alex Stamos, director at Stanford Internet Observatory, about how china is using the virus to get ahead.

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Amanpour: Billie Jean King, Andy Murray, Gen. David Petraeus and Ken Burns

Fri, 01 May 2020 20:24:42 -0000

Billie Jean King, former tennis champion, and Andy Murray, three-time tennis Grand Slam winner, join Christiane Amanpour for an exclusive conversation about how the coronavirus is effecting sports events and fighting for gender equality on and off the court. Our Walter Isaacson talks to General David Petraeus, the former CIA Director and former commander of coalition forces in Iraq and Afghanistan, about leadership during times of crisis. Documentary filmmaker Ken Burns discusses making his body of work available to the public during lockdown.

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Amanpour: Margaret Sullivan, Fintan O'Toole, Daisy Edgar-Jones, Paul Mescal and Charles Duhigg

Fri, 01 May 2020 11:21:45 -0000

Columnists Fintan O'Toole, from the Irish Times, and Margaret Sullivan, from the Washington Post, join Christiane Amanpour to discuss how President Donald Trump's misleading comments about Covid-19 may have cost lives. Then in a much-needed dose of culture to distract us all during these times - actors Daisy Edgar-Jones and Paul Mescal talk about portraying Marianne and Connell is the TV series adaptation of Sally Rooney's best-selling book, "Normal People." They talk intimacy, mental health and why this love story so perfectly captures the zeitgeist. New Yorker contributor Charles Duhigg gives his assessment of the varying pandemic responses in Seattle and New York to our Michel Martin.

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Amanpour: Heidi Heitkamp, Mia Mottley and Eric Ripert

Thu, 30 Apr 2020 21:44:11 -0000

Heidi Heitkamp, former U.S. Senate Democrat for North Dakota, joins Christiane Amanpour to talk about the U.S. response so far to the coronavirus outbreak. She says that Trump has failed due to his isolationist mentality. Mia Mottley, the Prime Minister of Barbados, highlights the importance of moral leadership during this crisis. She reveals how Covid-19 is impacting the island nation and what international action is needed going forward. Our Michel Martin speaks to Eric Ripert, executive chef at prestigious restaurant Le Bernardin, about locking down and having to lay off his entire team. He unpacks the struggles that the hospitality industry is facing but why he remains optimistic that his establishment will reopen its doors. And finally, we give you a report on how rural communities in the UK are being impacted by the virus; with seasonal migrant workers stuck at home and unable to till the fields on England's farms.

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Amanpour: Tim Phillips, Michael Specter, Richard Levitan

Wed, 29 Apr 2020 22:44:03 -0000

With the number of coronavirus cases in the United States now standing at over 1 million the nation is struggling economically. Tim Phillips, president of Koch-backed group Americans for Prosperity, joins Christiane Amanpour to argue why we shouldn't bail out the states. He explains why the economy needs the be reopened slowly state by state. Michael Specter, staff writer at The New Yorker and professor of bioengineering at Stanford University, gives an insight into the man behind the White House's coronavirus responded: Dr Anthony Fauci. He says Fauci changed medicine in the United States. Then our Hari Sreenivasan speaks to Richard Levitan, emergency physician at Littletown Reigonal Healthcare, about why Covid-19 patients should be going to hospitals sooner. Levitan has worked in medicine for over thirty years and when the outbreak began to overwhelm New York City in March he signed up to help Bellevue Hospital; he reveals what he learned on the front lines.

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Amanpour: Richard Horton, Lawrence Wright, Bill Frist and Kevin Bacon

Tue, 28 Apr 2020 20:14:44 -0000

Richard Horton, editor-in-chief of medical journal The Lancet, joins Christiane Amanpour to discuss UK Prime Minister Boris Johnson's return to work and his government's response to Covid-19. He says the UK were late to lockdown. Lawrence Wright, the award-winning journalist, explains how his novel "The End of October" about a devastating pandemic, wasn't meant to predict the coronavirus outbreak we are living through today. Bill Frist, transplant surgeon and former U.S. Senate majority leader, raised the alarm about preparing for pandemics 15 years ago. He joins our Michel Martin to asses Trump's handling of the crisis so far. Then the actor and philanthropist Kevin Bacon talks about setting us his charity SixDegrees.org and why he was inspired to set up a fund to provide meals for front line health workers. He highlights how it's more important than ever to stay connected but whilst staying at home and protecting our loved ones.

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Amanpour: Anne Applebaum, David Rohde, Nicole Newnham, James Lebrecht & Eric Lander

Fri, 24 Apr 2020 20:42:53 -0000

Christiane Amanpour is joined by historian Anne Applebaum and executive editor of New Yorker online David Rohde to discuss how the coronavirus pandemic is fueling a rise in autocratic leadership. Nicole Newnham and James Lebrecht, co-directors of "Crip Camp", speak to Christiane about their new Netflix documentary, which tells the story of a historic summer camp for the disabled community which launched a generation of activists. And our Walter Isaacson talks to Eric Lander, a pioneering mathematician and geneticist, who was a principal leader of the Human Genome Project. Lander explains how and why in just two weeks he has transformed his lab at the Broad Institute (MIT & Harvard) into a coronavirus testing facility.

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Amanpour: Ofer Shelah, Audrey Azoulay, Bakari Sellers & Jonathan Van Ness

Thu, 23 Apr 2020 20:42:06 -0000

Christiane Amanpour is joined by Ofer Shelah, Israeli member of the Knesset and head of the Knesset Coronavirus Committee, to discuss the recent breakthrough in Israel's year-long political deadlock. Audrey Azoulay, Director General of UNESCO, tells Christiane about how the organisation is continuing to support education and culture despite many World Heritage Sites being forced to close. Michel Martin speaks to Bakari Sellers, author of "My Vanishing Country: A Memoir", about his upbringing in South Carolina and his criticism of the U.S. Surgeon General's advice to African Americans to practice social distancing and maintain healthier habits. And Christiane talks to Queer Eye hair guru Jonathan Van Ness about how he is coping during lockdown and his at-home self-care tips.

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Amanpour: David Attenborough, Jay Inslee & Madeleine Albright

Wed, 22 Apr 2020 20:44:29 -0000

Marking Earth Day, world-renowned broadcaster & naturalist David Attenborough talks to Christiane Amanpour about the how the coronavirus pandemic fits into the global climate emergency. Govenor of Washington state, Jay Inslee, tells Christiane why he made climate the centre of his recent presidential campaign and discusses how his state is coping with its coronavirus outbreak. And Walter Isaacson speaks to Madeleine Albright, the first female U.S. Secretary of State, about how American diplomacy can be used to solve international crises.

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Amanpour: Gordon Brown, Dr Dennis Carroll and Wynton Marsalis

Tue, 21 Apr 2020 20:19:38 -0000

Former British Prime Minister Gordon Brown joins Christiane Amanpour from his home in Scotland to discuss his call for a global response to the coronavirus pandemic. Dr Dennis Carroll discusses the race for a vaccine for Covid-19 and the hit Netflix show "Pandemic." Our Walter Isaacson talks to the great jazz musician Wynton Marsalis about grief and the healing power of music following the loss of his father, legendary jazz pianist Ellis Marsalis, to coronavirus earlier this month.

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Amanpour: Chris Murphy, Anna Soubry, John B. King and Dr. Sharon Moalem Author.

Tue, 21 Apr 2020 12:45:14 -0000

Democratic Senator for Connecticut Chris Murphy tells Christiane Amanpour that the people protesting the stay-at-home-orders only represent the minority of Americas and their protests are perfect for TV. He says most Americans don't want to open the economy too early and disregarding expert advice could be catastrophic. Former UK Health Minister Anna Soubry argues that UK Prime Minister Boris Johnson's complacency in the critical early period of the coronavirus is reflective of his character. For example, the former Conservative MP highlights his failure to lead early COBRA meetings. With over 1.5 billion kids out of school worldwide, teaching practices have had to dramatically adapt. John B. King, former U.S. Secretary of Education and CEO of The Education Trust, talks to our Hari Sreenivasan about the pitfalls of remote learning during the current pandemic and lockdown in the United States. Dr. Sharon Moalem author of "The Better Half," unpacks why coronavirus affects men more than women.

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Amanpour: Kristalina Georgieva, Esther Perel, Peggy Flanagan and Andrew Lloyd Webber

Mon, 20 Apr 2020 21:05:20 -0000

Kristalina Georgieva, managing director of the International Monetary Fund, joins Christiane Amanpour to talk about the economic consequences of the coronavirus. She says that debt cancellation may be necessary. Esther Perel, psychotherapist and best-selling author of "Mating in Captivity," speaks about the impact this crisis is having on our relational health. She offers up innovative ways to cope in these unprecedented times - from harnessing our imagination and getting creative in lockdown to communicating honestly with one another. Lieutenant Governor of Minnesota Peggy Flanagan opens up to our Michel Martin about losing her brother to Covid-19. She explains how Native Americans - like Hispanic and African American communities- are being disproportionately hit. Then the world-renowned composer Andrew Lloyd Webber plays one of his most famous tunes from his home in Hampshire, England. He reflects on the impact this pandemic is having on Broadway and the West End and why he decided to stream "Phantom of The Opera" online free of charge.

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Amanpour: Jens Spahn, Katharine Hayhoe, Andrew Farley, Sheila Bair and Archie Brown

Sat, 18 Apr 2020 17:52:26 -0000

Whilst the UK are set to overtake Italy with nearly 15,000 coronavirus deaths, Germany have recorded under 5,000 deaths. Jens Spahn, the German Health Minister, joins Christiane Amanpour to reflect on how his country's policy of intensive testing as well as their high ICU bed capacity have helped to reduce mortality rates. Amid this pandemic we have seen fascinating effects on our climate; from a huge reduction in pollution levels to changing behaviors in animals. Climate Scientist Katharine Hayhoe talks about the climate crisis that will still be present and need addressing when the lockdown lifts. Her husband Andrew Farley happens to be an evangelical pastor and meditates on the news that some religious communities are failing to adhere to social distancing measures. He urges us to use 'common Godly sense' to protect ourselves and others. The crisis is testing economies around the world, with 22 million Americans filing for unemployment. Sheila Bair is the former chair of the Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation which works to make banking safer for communities. She speaks to our contributor Sheelah Kolhatkar about how to ensure we don't repeat the mistakes of the 2008 bailout. Archie Brown, author of "The Human Factor," wants to dispel the theory that the Cold War was won through military might and economic superiority. He argues that it was down to the stellar leadership of UK Prime Minister Margaret Thatcher and U.S. President Ronald Reagan that seized opportunity and paved the wave to success. He unpacks the lessons learnt that can be applied to our war against Covid-19 today.

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Amanpour: Jamie Metzl, Margaret MacMillan, Tom Perez and Cyrus Habib

Fri, 17 Apr 2020 11:05:58 -0000

As the world continues to grapple with the surge in coronavirus deaths and how best to protect their citizens and economy, Jamie Metzl, adviser for the World Health Organization and author of "Hacking Darwin", joins Christiane Amanpour. He reflects on President Donald Trump's announcement that he will pull funding from the WHO. He says that Trump is trying to rewrite history with this shocking move made during the coronavirus pandemic. Margaret MacMillan, the historian and author, highlights that it is essential countries work together at this time of crisis. She unpacks the implications of Covid-19 on international relations and our world leaders. As criticism of President Trump mounts, the Democrats are presenting a united front, with former president Barack Obama joining the string of endorsements for Democratic nominee Joe Biden. Tom Perez, chair of the Democratic National Committee, speaks about these latest developments in his U.S. politics. Cyrus Habib, Lt. Governor of Washington, discusses their success containing the coronavirus and why he isn't standing for re-election in November.

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Amanpour: Gary Cohn, Barham Salih, Paul Romer & Rajiv Shah

Wed, 15 Apr 2020 11:40:33 -0000

Christiane Amanpour is joined by Gary Cohn, former chief economic adviser to President Trump, to discuss how the US economy could reopen post-coronavirus and Monday's jaw-dropping White House briefing. Amidst falling oil prices and a prolonged power vacuum, Iraqi President Barham Salih tells Christiane how his country is coping with its coronavirus outbreak. And Hari Sreenivasan speaks to Nobel Prize-winning economist Paul Romer and the President of the Rockefeller Foundation Dr. Rajiv Shah about their approach to reviving the US economy - scaling up access to testing, and a phased return to work.

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Amanpour: Paul Krugman, Dr Robert Gallo, Caroline Criado Perez & Dr Sharon Moalem

Tue, 14 Apr 2020 20:19:06 -0000

Christiane Amanpour is joined by Nobel Prize-winning economist Paul Krugman to discuss how he thinks the global economy will fare as some countries begin to ease their lockdown measures. Walter Isaacson talks to Dr Robert Gallo, a world-renowned virologist who helped discover the HIV virus. He's now leading an initiative to repurpose the oral polio vaccine which he believes could provide some months of immunity. And Christiane speaks to Caroline Criado Perez, author of "Invisible Women" and Dr Sharon Moalem, author of "The Better Half" about why early statistics suggest that the coronavirus is killing more men than women.

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Amanpour: Rev. William J. Barber, Katie Porter, Salman Khan, Fionnuala Donovan and Mike King

Tue, 14 Apr 2020 12:29:52 -0000

Reverend William J. Barber, co-chair of the Poor People's Campaign, joins Christiane Amanpour to discuss why it is immoral not to focus on the poor during this pandemic. He highlights why it is important to celebrate Easter, even if at a distance. Our Michel Martin speaks to Katie Porter, Democratic congresswoman who sits on the Oversight & Reform Committee, about why Americans need straight answers during these uncertain times. They reflect on her fiery exchange with CDC director Robert Redfield in which she got him to pledge for free testing for every American. Around the world nearly one billion students are staying at home each day due to lockdown measures to prevent the spread of Covid-19. With kids unable to attend class, schooling needs to adapt; founder of the Khan Academy Salman Khan explains how and why we need to make remote learning more equitable. Fionnuala Donovan, UK NHS Neuro Physiotherapist, and Mike King, the musical director, talk about teaming up to create the NHS Breathe Harmony Choir's rendition of Mariah Carey's "Anytime You Need A Friend." They talk about the power of connecting through music when we are apart.

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Amanpour: Lisa Blunt Rochester, LaToya Cantrell and Péter Szijjártó

Fri, 10 Apr 2020 22:36:28 -0000

Lisa Blunt Rochester, co-chair of Joe Biden's Presidential Campaign, joins Christiane Amanpour to discuss the former vice president's strategy as the November election draws closer. Our Walter Isaacson speaks to LaToya Cantrell, the Mayor of New Orleans, about revealing new data that shows the black community are being disproportionately impacted by Covid-19. They also reflect on the decision not to implement lockdown measures sooner, instead letting the famous Mardi Gras festival go ahead. Then Péter Szijjártó, the Hungarian Foreign Minister, answers questions about his government's controversial seizure of power. He says it is unfair to claim Minister Orban's rule by decree is a threat to the country's democracy.

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Amanpour: David Axelrod, Erna Solberg, Kara Swisher, Carl Cameron and Dr. Sheri Fink

Thu, 09 Apr 2020 21:44:54 -0000

David Axelrod, former senior adviser to President Obama, joins Christiane Amanpour to discuss the news that Senator Bernie Sanders has dropped out of the race to be the Democratic nominee, leaving the road clear for Joe Biden to go head to head with Donald Trump in the November election. As countries around the world deal with the coronavirus pandemic in varying ways, Erna Solberg, the Norwegian Prime Minister, explains how her country is responding. Kara Swisher, editor at Recode, and Carl Cameron, former Fox News correspondent Carl Cameron, reflect on how the network favored by the president - Fox News - has potentially downplayed the dangers of Covid-19. Then our Hari Sreenivasan speaks to Dr. Sheri Fink, correspondent at The New York Times and executive producer of Netflix docuseries "Pandemic", about the difficult ethical questions facing doctors today.

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Amanpour: George Osborne, Jeremy Farrar, Billie Jean King and Jon Cohen

Tue, 07 Apr 2020 21:30:00 -0000

George Osborne, former UK Chancellor of the Exchequer, joins Christiane Amanpour to discuss the shocking news that UK Prime Minister Boris Johnson, who tested positive for coronavirus, has been admitted to the ICU due to his worsening condition. They dig into how the country are dealing with the crisis and this new development. Jeremy Farrar, director of The Wellcome Trust, talks about the race the find an effective treatment for the virus. Billie Jean King, the iconic Tennis Champion and founder of the Women's Tennis Association, expresses her approval that the Billie Jean King Tennis Center will be transformed into a temporary hospital in the fight against Covid-19. She talks about the advantages and disadvantages of so many sporting events being cancelled. Then our Hari Sreenivasan talks to Jon Cohen, senior correspondent at Science Magazine, about the extraordinary work being done to find a vaccine. However, he also stresses the importance of listening to the clear-cut facts coming out of the scientific community, that too many are ignoring.

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Amanpour: Dr. Siddhartha Mukherjee, Mohammad Nahavandian, Parag Khanna and Jon Bon Jovi

Tue, 07 Apr 2020 17:01:39 -0000

Cancer physician Dr. Siddhartha Mukherjee joins Christiane Amanpour to outline why people should be wearing masks to protect against Covid-19, the unusual behaviour of the virus and his new documentary "The Gene." Mohammad Nahavandian, the Iranian VP for Economic Affairs, speaks exclusively about the Iranian government's handling of the crisis and U.S. sanctions. Our Hari Sreenivasan talks to Parag Khanna, author of "The Future is Asian," about the spread of Covid-19 across Asia and how this will impact world order. Jon Bon Jovi, The Rock and Roll Hall of Famer, explains why he invited his fans to help him complete his new song. Entitled "Do What You Can," he began writing the track whilst in isolation and hopes to collate people's varying experiences of the pandemic in an act of solidarity.

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Amanpour: Dr. Atul Gawande, Nick Clegg, Jon Meacham and David Beasley

Mon, 06 Apr 2020 13:52:22 -0000

Dr. Atul Gawande, surgeon at Brigham and Women's Hospital and staff writer at the New Yorker, joins Christiane Amanpour to outline the importance of protective equipment for our frontline health care workers and how we at home can employ simple strategies to prevent the spread of the coronavirus. Nick Clegg, VP for global affairs and communications at Facebook and former British Deputy PM, answers questions about what Facebook are doing to stop the spread of misinformation about Covid-19 and how the social media giant have learnt from their past mistakes. Our Walter Isaacson talks to Jon Meacham, the presidential historian and biographer, about what we can learn about previous presidents and their handling of various crisis situations. He assesses how leaders around the world are handling this pandemic. David Beasley, executive director of the World Food Programme and former Governor, talks candidly about recovering from corona virus and how he nearly confused his symptoms with allergies. He talks about how the WFP's work can continue during this outbreak.

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Amanpour: Lawrence H. Summers, Dr. Celine Gounder, Tim Spector, Dr. Regina Benjamin and Mark Suzman

Fri, 03 Apr 2020 19:11:52 -0000

Lawrence H. Summers, professor at Harvard University, joins Christiane Amanpour to discuss the record surge in U.S. unemployment. He says that the government is underreacting to this crisis and expects to see those numbers go into the tens of millions. Dr. Celine Gounder, assistant professor of medicine and infectious diseases at NYU, and Tim Spector, professor of genetic epidemiology at King's College London whose app tracks Covid-19, dig into what everyone is talking about right now - the need for rigorous testing. They unpack the criticism of the U.S. government and their lack of testing and tracking. Then our Walter Isaacson talks to Dr. Regina Benjamin, former U.S. Surgeon General under Obama and founder or BayouClinic in Alabama, about how rural America and the deep south are struggling to cope with this pandemic. She highlights how America's fragile healthcare system means that those in poorer, rural areas are suffering the most. Mark Suzman, CEO of the Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation, about the race to find a vaccine and what needs to be done to fight this outbreak. His foundation sounded the alarm years ago about just this kind of threat.

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Amanpour: Kyriakos Mitsotakis, Gen. Terrence O'Shaughnessy, Sara Goldrick-Rab and Will.i.am

Fri, 03 Apr 2020 15:51:08 -0000

Kyriakos Mitsotakis, the Greek Prime Minister, joins Christiane Amanpour from Athens to discuss how his country is dealing with the coronavirus pandemic and what the country are doing to protect its thousands of refugees who are unable to social distance or isolate safely. Airforce General Terrence O'Shaughnessy, Commander of United States Northern Command, talks about leading the fight against Covid-19 and defending the homeland from this new threat. Our Hari Sreenivasan speaks to Sara Goldrick-Rab, professor of higher education and sociology at Temple University, about how college students in the U.S. who were already struggling to pay rent, hold down a job and go to class are now in an even worse situation. Will.i.am, the award-winning musician, reveals the process of creating his new single "Sing for Life," with Bono, Jennifer Hudson and Japanese rock star Yoshiki whilst in isolation. He explains how he was inspired by the resilience of people around the world during these uncertain and scary times.

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Amanpour: William Burns, Eric Klinenberg, Dr. Orna Guralnik, and Stuart Stevens

Wed, 01 Apr 2020 20:06:08 -0000

Christiane Amanpour talks with William Burns, the former U.S. Deputy Secretary of State, about how the global Coronavirus crisis could create a chance for restoring democratic leadership. With millions around the world confined to their home some relationships are under strain. Sociologist Eric Klinenberg and Dr. Orna Guralnik, psychoanalyst and host of Showtime series "Couples Therapy," talk about the unprecedented challenges facing couples on lockdown. They also dig into a troubling new U.N report that warns of increasing rates of domestic violence. Our Michel Martin speaks to Republican strategist Stuart Stevens and author of "It was All a Lie: How the Republican Party Became Donald Trump." He argues that President Trump's failure to respond quickly and efficiently to the pandemic is the fault of the Republican party.

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Amanpour: Beth Cameron, Stanley McChrystal, David Urban and Jennifer Doudna

Wed, 01 Apr 2020 17:10:02 -0000

With more nations around the world going under lockdown to prevent the spread of COVID-19 President Trump says they would be doing well to keep U.S. deaths under 100,000. Beth Cameron, the Vice President for the Global Biological Policy Nuclear Threat Initiative, joins Christiane Amanpour to give her take on this global crisis and how we are and aren't dealing with it. As a former NSC senior director for global health security and biodefense she quite literally wrote the Pandemic playbook - but she explains why the White House aren't using it. Stanley McChrystal, the former Commander of International Security Assistance Forces in Afghanistan, weighs in and discusses why we need a leader who brings people together at this time. He argues that the U.S. haven't yet managed to harness all its potential in fighting this pandemic. Whilst cases of infected and death tolls rise around the world the 2020 election campaign has lost traction. David Urban, senior adviser for the Trump 2020 Campaign, argues for cross-party co-operation in these unprecedented times. Our Walter Isaacson talks to Jennifer Doudna, leading biochemist at UC Berkeley and co-founder of CRISPR gene editing technology, about why she is adapting her university biology lab to help fight Coronavirus. She believes the key to that fight is through rigorous testing and hopes to use CRISPR in the search for a cure and prevention.

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Amanpour: Elissa Slotkin, Nicolai Wammen and James Shapiro

Fri, 27 Mar 2020 21:37:02 -0000

Democratic congresswoman Elissa Slotkin of Michigan joins Christiane Amanpour to talk about the bailout plan Congress passed to help Americans in the face of the coronavirus pandemic. Nicolai Wammen, Dutch Finance Minister, discusses the substantial economic actions Denmark took early during the outbreak. James Shapiro, academic and author of "Shakespeare in a Divided America" talks about how the author's works can be invoked in the se extraordinary times.

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Amanpour: Senait Fisseha and David Kessler

Thu, 26 Mar 2020 21:34:02 -0000

Senait Fisseha, chief advisor to the Director-General of the World Health Organisation, joins Christiane Amanpour to discuss the latest efforts to tackle the coronavirus and why the World Health Organisation thinks world leaders have not acted fast enough. Next to the spread of Ebola in Africa, and the undeniable parallels to today's pandemic, addressed in a PBS Frontline film by Ben C. Solomon. Our Michel Martin talks with David Kessler, author of "Finding Meaning: The Sixth Stage of Grief" about how we can process feelings of loss and grief in these extraordinary times.

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Amanpour: Arancha González Laya, Dr. David Shulkin, Lawrence Bartley

Wed, 25 Mar 2020 21:05:44 -0000

Arancha González Laya, Spanish Foreign Minister, joins Christiane Amanpour to discuss the alarming rise in coronavirus cases in her country. Dr. David Shulkin, former U.S. Secretary of Veterans Affairs, talks about the pressure U.S. hospitals are under and the designated medical backup role the Veterans Administration plays. Our Hari Sreenivasan talks to Lawrence Bartley about The Marshall Project's "News Inside" - a newspaper written for inmates.

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Amanpour: Dr. Boris Lushniak, Jay Carney, Dick Pound, Eliud Kipchoge and Anthony Monaco

Tue, 24 Mar 2020 21:49:07 -0000

Dr. Boris Lushniak, Dean of the Maryland School of Public Health, joins Christiane Amanpour to discuss the Trump administration's response to the continuing coronavirus outbreak. Jay Carney, Senior Vice President of Global Corporate Affairs at Amazon, talks about how the company is thriving during the pandemic. Dick Pound, International Olympic Committee Member and Olympic Golf Medalist Eliud Kipchoge discuss the postponement of the summer Olympics. Our Walter Isaacson talks to Anthony Monaco, President of Tufts University, about how it hsd turned parts of its campus into an emergency hospital.

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Amanpour: Karen Armstrong, Mike Chinoy and Nicholas Christakis

Fri, 20 Mar 2020 20:27:25 -0000

Karen Armstrong, author and religious scholar, joins Christiane Amanpour to discuss the aloneness many of us will feel in self-isolation as the coronavirus continues to spread worldwide and the hit the pandemic will have on practicing religion. Mike Chinoy, former Senior CNN Asia Correspondent, talks about China's response to the coronavirus and his new book "Are You With Me?" detailing the life of renowned human rights lawyer Kevin Boyle. Our Hari Sreenivasan talks to sociologist Nicholas Christakis about how he thinks the coronavirus will impact us as a society, and his latest book, "Blueprint."

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Amanpour: George Osbourne, David Ho, Richard Ratcliffe, Brian Cox

Fri, 20 Mar 2020 16:49:44 -0000

George Osbourne, former UK Chancellor of the Exchequer, joins Christiane Amanpour to discuss the UK's economic response to the coronavirus. David Ho, the inventor of a cocktail therapy for AIDS, joins our Walter Isaacson to talk about the medical advances to fight COVID-19. Richard Ratcliffe, the husband of jailed British-Iranian citizen Nazanin Zaghari Ratcliffe, talks about her temporary release from prison. Actor Brian Cox discusses the hit to the entertainment industry that the pandemic is already having.

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Amanpour: Peter Piot, Symone Sanders and David Miliband

Wed, 18 Mar 2020 20:47:11 -0000

Peter Piot, the Director of the London School of Hygiene and Tropical Medicine, joins Christiane from self-isolation in London to explain the ongoing health risks of Covid-19 and whether warmer weather could stop it's spread. Symone Sanders, a senior adviser to Democratic Presidential candidate Joe Biden, discusses his latest primary wins and the impact of the virus on the 2020 election. David Miliband talks about the impact of the coronavirus on the world's refugees and most vulnerable.

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Amanpour: Phil Murphy, Neel Kashkari and Laurie Santos

Tue, 17 Mar 2020 20:13:33 -0000

Phil Murphy, the Governor of New Jersey, joins Christiane Amanpour to discuss the worsening crisis in his state and the impact the coronavirus is having on people's lives. Neel Kashkari, the President of the Federal Reserve Bank of Minneapolis, discusses the actions needed to fight the economic impact of the pandemic. Dr. Laurie Santos, Psychology Professor at Yale University and host of "The Happiness Lab" podcast, discusses the impacts self-isolation and quarantine will have on our loneliness and mental health.

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Amanpour: Oxiris Barbot, Dr. Sonia Adesara, Jason Furman and David Axelrod

Mon, 16 Mar 2020 20:50:07 -0000

Oxiris Barbot, New York City Health Commissioner, joins Christiane Amanpour to discuss the ongoing spread of the coronavirus and the city's response. Dr. Sonia Adesara, a doctor with the National Health Service, talks about her experiences on the front lines of the fight against the pandemic. Jason Furman, former Chair of the Council of Economic Advisers and a top economic adviser to President Obama during the financial crisis of 2008, discusses the impact the virus continues to have on the long term health of the economy. David Axelrod, former Senior Adviser to President Obama, explains how the coronavirus has reshaped the 2020 election.

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Amanpour: Yuval Noah Harari, Stephen Fry & David Zucchino

Mon, 16 Mar 2020 18:09:12 -0000

Christiane Amanpour speaks to Yuval Noah Harari, historian and author of 'Sapiens: A Brief History of Humankind' about the social impact of Coronavirus and the border between the human and the virus sphere. Broadcaster and writer Stephen Fry tells Christiane about the lessons we can learn from Ancient Greece and his work exposing the brutal realities of mental health. And our Walter Isaacson speaks to David Zucchino, author of 'Wilmington's Lie: The Murderous Coup of 1898 and the Rise of White Supremacy' about the forgotten coup in Wilmington, North Carolina.

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Amanpour: Luigi Di Maio, Gina Raimondo, Rory Stewart, E.J. Dionne & Zenei Cortez

Fri, 13 Mar 2020 15:30:33 -0000

Italian Foreign Minister Luigi Di Maio joins Christiane Amanpour to discuss the ongoing lock down in his country. Gina Raimondo, Governor of Rhode Island talks about the U.S. travel ban. Rory Stewart, former cabinet MP and candidate for London Mayor, criticizes the UK government's response to the virus. Author E.J. Dionne discuses the social and cultural impacts of the pandemic. Zenei Cortez, Co-President of National Nurses United, gives a view from the front lines tackling the outbreak.

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Amanpour: Matteo Renzi, David Urban & David Autor

Wed, 11 Mar 2020 20:51:15 -0000

Christiane Amanpour speaks with Matteo Renzi, former Italian Prime Minister, about Italy's response the Coronavirus and the decision to impose a nationwide lock down. Trump 2020 Advisory Committee member David Urban talks about the presidential race, and what steps America can take to control the spread of the Coronavirus. And our Walter Isaacson speaks with David Autor, Ford Professor of Economics at MIT, about US-China trade relations and the potential long-term impact of the Coronavirus.

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Amanpour: Adam Schiff, Lydia Cacho & Ted Olson

Wed, 11 Mar 2020 20:19:17 -0000

Christiane Amanpour is joined by Adam Schiff, Chairman of the U.S. House Intelligence Committee, to discuss how the Coronavirus is affecting both political and economic life in America. In Mexico 10 women are killed every day because of their gender. Mexican Journalist Lydia Cacho tells Christiane about her experience of femicide and of being forced to flee her country because of her gender. And our Walter Isaacson speaks to Ted Olson, former United States Solicitor General. Once involved in landmark political cases such as Bush vs Gore and Hollingsworth vs Perry, he is now fighting for America's Dreamers, the young DACA recipients under fire from the Trump administration.

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Amanpour: Austan Goolsbee, Dr. Bruce Aylward & Christiana Figueres

Mon, 09 Mar 2020 20:17:28 -0000

Christiane Amanpour is joined by Austan Goolsbee, former Chairman of the Council of Economic Advisers to President Obama, to talk about the dramatic impact the Coronavirus is having on the global economy. Dr. Bruce Aylward, Assistant-Director General of the WHO, tells Christiane what lessons we can learn from China's response to the Coronavirus outbreak. And Sheelah Kolhatkar speaks with Christiana Figueres, Co-Author of "The Future We Choose: Surviving the Climate Crisis", about the threat of climate change and how the dramatic slowdown in manufacturing and driving caused by the infection is leading to a reduction in China's carbon emissions.

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Amanpour: Helen Lewis, Daniel Kehlmann and Daniel Markovits

Fri, 06 Mar 2020 18:07:07 -0000

To mark this International Woman's Day Helen Lewis, Author of "Difficult Women: A History of Feminism in 11 Fights" joins Christiane Amanpour to discuss why its up to difficult woman to lead the charge. Author Daniel Kehlmann talks about his new book "Tyll" and the role the Jester has played in Europe's complicated history. Daniel Markovits talks to our Hari Sreenivasan about his thesis outlined in his book "The Meritocracy Trap" that meritocracy is a sham.

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Amanpour: Giorgos Gerapetritis, Susan Glasser, Vali Nasr and Peter Harckham

Thu, 05 Mar 2020 20:36:20 -0000

Giorgos Gerapetritis, the Greek State Minister, joins Christiane Amanpour amid the migrant crisis at the Turkish-Greek border. As the Greek government's point man for handling this worsening crisis, he explains how President Erdogan's actions have opened the floodgates, but "no excessive violence" has been used in handling it. Susan Glasser, staff writer at The New Yorker, and Vali Nasr, professor at Johns Hopkins university, weigh in on the geopolitical challenges that caused this crisis. They analyze the situation in Syria and Afghanistan. Then our Michel Martin sits down with Peter Harckham, a Senator from New York's 40th District, for a candid conversation about his battle with alcoholism and how he was inspired to tackle the worsening opioid crisis in New York head on.

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Amanpour: David Plouffe, David Simon and Dr. W. Ian Lipkin

Thu, 05 Mar 2020 20:00:09 -0000

As Bernie Sanders and Joe Biden face off for the top spot in the Democratic race, David Plouffe, the former Obama Campaign Manager, joins Christiane Amanpour to give his take on who will win and how. David Simon, the creator behind "The Wire," talks about his new project, "The Plot Against America." Adapted from Philip Roth's 2004 novel, it delves into an alternative reality where the anti-Semitic war hero Charles Lindbergh won the 1940 presidential election. Then our Walter Isaacson sits down with Dr. W. Ian Lipkin, director at the center for infection and immunity at Columbia University, to explain the spread of coronavirus and how we may never totally eradicate it from the world.

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Amanpour: Paul Polman, Bill McKibben and Robert Bullard

Wed, 04 Mar 2020 20:27:57 -0000

As Super Tuesday is in full swing, we dig down into a key issue for the Democrats: climate. Paul Polman, the former CEO of Unilever, tells Amanpour why investing in climate solutions could unlock economic growth. Environmentalist Bill McKibben was one of the first to sound the alarm on the climate crisis over twenty years ago - he lays out how divestment efforts are affecting the fossil fuel industry. Then Robert Bullard, the author and celebrated environmental scholar, sits down with our Walter Isaacson to highlight how climate change is intrinsically linked to race and segregation. He explains how minority communities in Houston suffer most from pollution.

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Amanpour: Paul Offit, Jim Clyburn, Adela Raz and Raul Ortiz

Tue, 03 Mar 2020 20:11:31 -0000

Dr. Paul Offit, professor of Vaccinology at the University of Pennsylvania, joins Christiane Amanpour to lay out the facts surrounding the coronavirus outbreak as the global community deals with a surge in new cases. Jim Clyburn, House Democrat Majority Whip, says Biden's win in South Carolina was not a 'flash in the pan' but rather a prediction of his future success in his bid for the Democratic nomination. Adela Raz, the Afghan Ambassador to the United Nations, discusses the U.S. - Taliban deal. She explains how the Afghan government is determined to protect the rights of women, but she fears a return of the Taliban to power. Our Walter Isaacson sits down with Raul Ortiz, deputy chief of U.S. border patrol, to reflect on his time stationed at the border, witnessing and implementing President Trump's controversial child separation policy that tears migrant families apart.

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Amanpour: Thant Myint-U, Jeremy Wallace, Steve Coogan and Michael Winterbottom

Fri, 28 Feb 2020 17:58:59 -0000

Thant Myint-U, historian and author of "The Hidden History of Burma," explains how Aung San Suu Kyi has always been a nationalist, we just failed to see it. He digs into the history of racial division, illicit industries and the Rohingya crisis. Jeremy Wallace, political reporter at the Houston Chronicle, looks at the crucial battleground of the 2020 race; Texas. Steve Coogan, the actor best known for "Alan Partridge," talks about his new project "Greed" with director Michael Winterbottom. The show is a satire that is loosely based on disgraced fashion mogul Philip Green.

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Amanpour: Tom Frieden, Michael Higgins and Aaron Glantz

Fri, 28 Feb 2020 17:01:53 -0000

Tom Frieden, the former CDC director, joins Christiane Amanpour to explain why a global coronavirus pandemic is inevitable. Michael Higgins, author of "Jean Vanier, Logician of the Heart," reflects on the shocking new revelations that Vanier, once referred to as a "living saint", allegedly abused at least 6 women. He highlights how the Church has a "track record of failure" in preventing the abuse that took place. Aaron Glantz, the award-winning journalist and author of "Homewreckers," sits down with our Hari Sreenivasan to analyze at America's 2008 housing crisis and how a group of Wall Street magnates took advantaged of a rigged system.

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Amanpour: Nina Turner, Jill Wine-Banks and Dan Crenshaw

Thu, 27 Feb 2020 19:41:20 -0000

Nina Turner, the national co-chair for the Bernie Sanders 2020 campaign, joins Christiane Amanpour to discuss the current frontrunner for the Democratic nomination. She digs into the most recent debate in South Carolina, Sanders' policy and her hopes for the future of U.S. politics. Jill Wine-Banks, former assistant special prosecutor in Watergate, talks about the sexism she experienced as the only woman in her team for the prosecution. Our Walter Isaacson sits down with Republican Congressman Dan Crenshaw in his home state of Texas for a candid conversation about losing his right eye when he was a stationed in Afghanistan as a Navy SEAL and therefore why healthcare is at the top of his priority list as a politician. He also weighs in on the 2020 race and explains his policy on gun laws.

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Amanpour: Rahm Emanuel, Bobby Ghosh and America Ferrera

Wed, 26 Feb 2020 20:12:13 -0000

Rahm Emanuel, the former Mayor of Chicago and Barack Obama's former chief of staff, joins Christiane Amanpour to discuss to impact of mayors in American politics, the current state of the Democratic Party and his own inspiring personal story. Bobby Ghosh, the former editor-in-chief of the Hindustan Times and current member of the Bloomberg Opinion Editorial Board, reflects on President Trump's state visit to India and how the nation led by Prime Minister Modi is not behaving like the world's biggest democracy. He assesses the controversial citizenship law and the violent clashes between Hindus and Muslims. Then our Michel Martin speaks with actress and director America Ferrera about her iconic role in Ugly Betty and producing her new show "Gentefied," a bilingual drama following three Mexican-American cousins' fight to keep their grandfather's taco shop open. She offers a candid account of her how her experiences as a Latina shape the way she explores identity in her work.

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Amanpour: Anne Milgram, Douglas Wigdor, Marc Lotter and Dan Pfeiffer

Tue, 25 Feb 2020 19:47:26 -0000

As Harvey Weinstein is found guilty of committing a criminal sex act in the first degree involving one woman and rape in the third degree involving another woman, the former New Jersey Attorney General Anne Milgram joins Christiane Amanpour to reflect on this landmark ruling. Once a prosecutor of sex crimes, she explains how this verdict will offer hope to other survivors of sexual violence. Douglas Wigdor, the attorney for a witness who testified in the Weinstein trial, weighs in on what he calls a major victory. Marc Lotter, director of strategic communications for the Trump presidential campaign, offers a window into Trump's campaign strategy and how his team are using data to target voters. Our Michel Martin sits down with author Dan Pfeiffer to discuss his new book, "Un-Trumping America: A Plan to Make America a Democracy Again." He lays out what the Democrats need to do in order to win in 2020.

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Amanpour: Patrick Radden Keefe, Jane Birkin and Heather Boushey

Sat, 22 Feb 2020 01:00:00 -0000

Patrick Radden Keefe, author of "Say Nothing," joins Christiane Amanpour to discuss the unprecedented surge in support for Sinn Féin in Ireland's recent election. He unpacks Sinn Féin's IRA legacy how and looks back on the murder of Jean McConville which he details in his book. Jane Birkin, the actress and singer, reflects on her relationship with singer Serge Gainsborg and adding her vocals to his steamy and now infamous song 'Je t'aime moi non plus.' She talks candidly about her family, music career and that Hermes Birkin bag. Our Tanzina Vega sits down with Heather Boushey, president and CEO of the Washington Center for Equitable Growth. She warns that U.S. wages are not rising as quickly as the economy.

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Amanpour: Katarina Barley, Vanessa Hauc, Van Jones and McKay Coppins

Fri, 21 Feb 2020 17:00:34 -0000

In the wake of the Hanau shooting that killed 9 people, the former German Justice Minister Katarina Barley joins Christiane Amanpour to unpack the rise in far-right extremism in German politics. Vanessa Hauc, climate reporter and moderator for the most recent Democratic debate, and Van Jones, former special adviser to President Obama, talk about Mike Bloomberg's first appearance on the debate stage. Our Hari Sreenivasan sits down with McKay Coppins, staff writer at The Atlantic, to discuss his new book, "The Billion-Dollar Disinformation Campaign to Reelect the President."

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Amanpour: David Miliband, Kareem Abdul-Jabbar and Hoan Ton-That

Thu, 20 Feb 2020 20:25:53 -0000

David Miliband, president and CEO of the International Rescue Committee, joins Christiane Amanpour to discuss the Humanitarian Crisis in Idlib, Syria caused by President Assad's Russian-backed offensive in Syria which has hundreds of thousands fleeing for their lives. Kareem Abdul-Jabbar, the basketball legend, talks about turning his hand to documentary film making. He executive produced "Black Patriots," a film airing on History that focuses on the black American heroes of the Revolutionary War. Our Hari Sreenivasan sat down with Hoan Ton-That, the founder and CEO of Clearview AI - a facial-recognition app that collates billions of images from across the web - to reflect on the potential impact his business will have on society.

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Amanpour: Timothy O'Brien, John Pomfret and Timothy Snyder

Wed, 19 Feb 2020 21:03:43 -0000

Timothy O'Brien, senior adviser for the Bloomberg 2020 Campaign, joins Christiane Amanpour to answer key questions about billionaire businessman Mike Bloomberg's late entrance to the election race. He confirms exclusively that Bloomberg will disclose her tax returns and sell his company if elected. John Pomfret, former Washington Post Beijing bureau chief, and Elizabeth Cohen, CNN senior medical correspondent, asses the global fallout from coronavirus and the implications for Chinese President Xi. Our Ana Cabrera speaks to Timothy Snyder, the historian and bestselling author, to discuss the rise of tyranny across the world and the threat to American democracy.

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Amanpour: Nancy Pelosi, Volodymyr Zelensky, James Jacoby

Wed, 19 Feb 2020 18:55:07 -0000

Nancy Pelosi, U.S. Speaker of the House, sits down with Christiane Amanpour in Munich where she is attending a security conference with leaders from around the world. She gives an earnest warning to the Democrats, urging them to unify in order to defeat President Trump in the 2020 Presidential race. She discusses that, the failure to impeach and the now infamous moment of her tearing up Trump's State of the Union speech. Ukraine's President Volodymyr Zelensky, who is also attending the Munich Security Conference, answers crucial questions about Ukraine's relationship with the U.S. and place at the center of the impeachment crisis. He says he is ready to meet President Donald Trump at the White House. Then our Hari Sreenivasan talks to James Jacoby, director of new PBS Frontline documentary "Amazon Empire: The Rise and Reign of Jeff Bezos," to unpack the rise Jeff Bezos and his trillion-dollar business.

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Amanpour: Brian Deese, Ro Khanna & Gilbert Gee

Wed, 12 Feb 2020 21:24:59 -0000

Christiane Amanpour is joined by Brian Deese, Global Head of Sustainable Investing at BlackRock to talk about the fund manager's pledge to put sustainability at the heart of its investments. U.S. House Democrat and Co-chair of the Bernie Sanders campaign Ro Khanna discuses Sanders' New Hampshire win and the race for the democratic nomination. Correspondent Matt Rivers speaks with some of the passengers now stuck on the Diamond Princess, the cruise ship turned quarantine zone floating just off the coast of Japan. And our Hari Sreenivasan talks to Gilbert Gee, Professor at the Fielding School of Public Health, UCLA, about the rising fear and prejudice faced by Asian communities in the wake of the Coronavirus.

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Amanpour: Ehud Olmert, Husam Zomlot, Charlotte Alter and Yuval Levin

Wed, 12 Feb 2020 18:23:35 -0000

As Israel is headed towards a high stakes election and its Prime Minster, Benjamin Netanyahu, is facing indictment, former Prime Minister Ehud Olmert joins Christiane Amanpour to discuss politics in the region and the fate of Israel's leader. Husam Zomlot, head of the Palestinian Mission to the UK, weighs in with his view on the President Trump's controversial Middle East Peace Plan drawn up between his senior adviser Jared Kushner and Netanyahu. Charlotte Alter, national correspondent at TIME, discusses how the millennial vote could sway the presidential election in 2020 and her book "The Ones We've Been Waiting For." Our Hari Sreenivasan sits down with Yuval Levin, conservative commentator and director of social and cultural studies at the American Enterprise Institute, to get his cure for divisiveness.

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Amanpour: Jan Egeland, A.O. Scott, Karen Han, Latif Nasser and Carol Rosenberg

Mon, 10 Feb 2020 20:51:25 -0000

Jan Egeland, Secretary General of the Norwegian Refugee Council and former adviser to U.N. special envoy for Syria, joins Christiane Amanpour to assess the situation on the ground for the people of Idlib province. As President Assad attempts to crush the last resistance in the rebel-held area, he highlights the humanitarian crisis that news outlets are neglecting. A.O. Scott, chief film critic at The New York Times and Karen Han, entertainment reporter at Polygon, reflect on Parasite's historic win at the Oscars, as the only international film in Oscar history to win the coveted "Best Picture" award. As well as discussing this brilliant win for South Korean director Bong Joon-ho they dig into why people are still criticizing the ceremony for lack of diversity in other areas. Latif Nasser, host of Radiolab's "The Other Latif," and Carol Rosenberg, reporter at The New York Times and expert on Guantanamo Bay, talk to our Hari Sreenivasan about Latif's search for truth. The podcast host shares a name with detainee 244 at the infamous "Gitmo" prison who is suspected of being one of Bin Laden's most trusted advisers, but he says he's innocent.

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Amanpour: David Rohde, Kumail Nanjiani, Emily V. Gordon and Isabel Allende

Sat, 08 Feb 2020 00:00:00 -0000

David Rohde, journalist and executive editor at NewYorker.com, sat down with Christiane Amanpour to look back on an eventful and tumultuous week in U.S. politics; from the dramatic State of the Union address to President Trump's acquittal. He digs into Trump's relationship with Attorney General William Barr and Barr's defense of executive power. Kumail Nanjiani and Emily V. Gordon, husband and wife and the executive producers of "Little America," explain their new series that is a touching exploration of migrants in America. Our Walter Isaacson sits down with award-winning Chilean author Isabel Allende to talk about her new novel "A Long Petal of the Sea."

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Amanpour: Jeremy Farrar, John Fetterman, Lee Van Horn and Mike Isaac

Fri, 07 Feb 2020 17:35:56 -0000

Jeremy Farrar, infectious disease expert and director of the Wellcome Trust, joins Christiane Amanpour to discuss the coronavirus outbreak which originated in Wuhan and has now infected over 30,000 people across 25 countries and killed more than 630. John Fetterman, Lietuenant Governor for Pennsylvania, and Lee Van Horn, manager of Avangrid Renewables, explore how a ban on fracking would affect key swing states in the 2020 election. Our Hari Sreenivasan sits down with Mike Isaac, technology reporter at The New York Times, to explain why Uber should be a cautionary tale for corporate greed and the limits of the gig economy.

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Amanpour: Gretchen Whitmer, David Byrne, Fran Drescher

Thu, 06 Feb 2020 13:56:25 -0000

Gretchen Whitmer, the Democratic Governor for Michigan, joins Christiane Amanpour as the Senate is set to acquit President Donald Trump in his historic impeachment trial. They discuss his theatrical and divisive ninety-minute State of the Union address on Tuesday and the key issues that the Dems are focused on going into the 2020 race. David Byrne, the musician best known for his band "Talking Heads," explains his new Broadway show "David Byrne's American Utopia" which is a tribute to the quirky, complicated America as seen through his eyes. Our Ana Cabrera sits down with actress Fran Drescher to talk about her iconic role as Fran Fine is nineties sitcom "The Nanny" as well as her new show "Indebted" on NBC. She also speaks candidly about her battle with uterine cancer, her sexual assault and the importance of healthcare.

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Amanpour: Paul Krugman, Kim Ghattas, Paige Winfield Cunningham

Tue, 04 Feb 2020 10:00:00 -0000

As the first major contest in the 2020 election is wrapping up in Iowa Paul Krugman, the New York Times columnist and economist, joins Christiane Amanpour to discuss a key concern for many voters: the economy. Krugman explains his surprising argument that the Democratic nomination is irrelevant when it comes down to actual economic policy. Journalist Kim Ghattas, who has been covering the Middle East for twenty years, digs into President Trump's Middle East Plan that the Arab League of nations has just unanimously rejected. She also unpacks the forty-year rivalry between Iran and Saudi Arabia that she details in her new book, "Black Wave." Our Hari Sreenivasan sits down with Paige Winfield Cunningham, reporter at The Washington Post, to talk about healthcare policy in the U.S. and why she believes neither party will make major changes to healthcare if elected in the 2020 race.

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Amanpour: David Dimbleby, Kitty Green and Petra Costa

Sat, 01 Feb 2020 10:00:00 -0000

As the UK finally leave the European Union after several delays, changes in leadership and much debate, David Dimbleby, former "Question Time" presenter, joins Christiane Amanpour to discuss how this is the most divisive event to happen to British politics in recent times. He also talks about about his new podcast venture, "The Sun King", that explores the Murdoch media empire. "The Assistant" examines the toxic workplace culture that enables predatory behavior and vilifies those that speak up against it. Writer and Director of that film, Kitty Green, explains what message she was trying to send with this film. Our Hari Sreenivasan sits down with director Petra Costa to unpack her new Oscar-nominated documentary "The Edge of Democracy," that looks at the rise and fall Brazil's presidents. She speaks about the very real threat to democracy in her home country.

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Amanpour: Gary Hart, Sanjay Gupta, James Miles & Kim Gardner

Fri, 31 Jan 2020 05:00:00 -0000

Christiane Amanpour is joined by former Democratic Senator Gary Hart to talk about the significance of the Iowa caucus, and he helped to shape it. CNN Chief Medical Correspondent Dr Sanjay Gupta and James Miles, China Editor at The Economist, discuss the rapid spread of the Coronavirus, and China's response to the crisis. And our Michel Martin is joined by Kim Gardner, St. Louis' first African American Chief Prosecutor, who has now filed a lawsuit against the city for 'racially motivated conspiracy to deny the rights of racial minorities'.

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Amanpour: Mohammad Shtayyeh, Philip Hammond, Ahmed Albasheer

Thu, 30 Jan 2020 10:00:00 -0000

Mohammad Shtayyeh, the Prime Minister of the Palestinian Authority, joins Christiane Amanpour to discuss President Trump's Middle East Peace Plan, which Palestine lies at the heart of but apparently had no say in. He explains how this came about and why he refuses to back it. Philip Hammond, former British Foreign Secretary, reflects on UK Prime Minister Boris Johnson's support of the plan as well as Brexit and the future of UK politics. Our Hari Sreenivasan sits down with Ahmed Albasheer, host and director of the "Albasheer Show," to talk about his show, the ongoing protests in Iraq and his personal story.

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Amanpour: Jared Kushner, Marwan Muasher, Aaron David Miller and Ted Koppel

Wed, 29 Jan 2020 20:04:04 -0000

Jared Kushner, senior adviser to the President Donald Trump, joins Christiane Amanpour to answer questions about his newly unveiled Middle East Peace Plan. Marwan Muasher, former Jordanian Foreign Minister, and Aaron David Miller, former U.S. Middle East negotiator, weigh in and give their views on the controversial plan drawn up by Kushner, President Trump and Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu without the involvement of the Palestinians. Ted Koppel, the award-winning journalist who made his name as ABC News' Nightline show, speaks to our Walter Isaacson about the state of journalism and democracy today. In 1988 he hosted an unprecedented town hall meeting between Israelis and Palestinians live from Jerusalem; he gives his take on the current state of the relations between the two states.

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Amanpour: Heidi Heitkamp, Tom Inglesby, Jemele Hill and Joshua Yaffa

Wed, 29 Jan 2020 15:46:43 -0000

Heidi Heitkamp, former U.S. Senate Democrat, joins Christiane Amanpour to explain how rural voters feel about impeachment. She emphasizes how the Democrats must connect impeachment to ordinary people's lives. As fears continue to grow over the outbreak of the Wuhan coronavirus Dr. Tom Inglesby, director at John Hopkins Center for Health Security, weighs in and assesses the severity of the situation. Jemele Hill, staff writer at The Atlantic, reflects on basketball legend Kobe Bryant's remarkable yet complicated career and legacy. Our Hari Sreenivasan sits down with Joshua Yaffa, Moscow correspondent at The New Yorker, to talk about Putin's rule over modern Russia, which he details in his new book "Between Two Fires."

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Amanpour: Scott Jennings, Alec MacGillis, Tim Robbins and Esperanza Spalding

Sat, 25 Jan 2020 11:00:00 -0000

Scott Jennings, former aide to Mitch McConnell, and Alec MacGillis, author of "The Cynic: The Political Education of Mitch McConnell," join Christiane Amanpour to dig down into the rise of Republican Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell, his relationship to President Trump and his approach to the impeachment trial. Tim Robbins, the award-winning actor and director, talks about directing his new play "The New Colossus," that pays homage to all the immigrants and refugees over the years that have set sale for America in search of a better life. He reflects on his iconic roles in "Mystic River" and "Shawshank Redemption" and how he channels his advocacy through his art. Our Walter Isaacson sits down with Esperanza Spalding, the two-time award-winning Grammy musician to explain how she's pushing the boundaries of jazz and using music to heal the soul in her latest album, "12 Little Spells."

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Amanpour: Anne Milgram, Tom Steyer and David Strathairn

Fri, 24 Jan 2020 17:25:25 -0000

Anne Milgram, former New Jersey Attorney General, joins Christiane Amanpour to break down the legal arguments so far to come out of the Senate impeachment trial of President Donald Trump. Our Michel Martin sits down with Tom Steyer, the 2020 Democratic presidential candidate long-shot, to talk about his bid to be the next commander-in-chief. As world leaders mark the 7th anniversary of the liberation of Auschwitz, Actor David Strathairn discusses his new role in play "Remember This: The Lesson of Jan Karski," that explores not only the depravity of the Holocaust but the bravery of those who resisted.

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Amanpour: Danny Weiss, Jonathan Burks, João Doria and Reginald Dwayne Betts

Thu, 23 Jan 2020 20:28:13 -0000

Danny Weiss, former chief of staff to House Speaker Nancy Pelosi, and Jonathan Burks, former chief of staff to House Speaker Paul Ryan, join Christiane Amanpour to give their impeachment analysis from both sides of the aisle. As Democrats and Republicans are lay out their opening arguments for and against the impeachment of President Trump they unpack why communication is not working between the two parties. João Doria, the Governor of São Paulo, speaks from the World Economic Forum in Davos where climate is the key theme. He discusses the climate crisis as well as President Bolsonaro's leadership in Brazil. Our Michel Martin sits down with poet Reginald Dwayne Betts to talk about his new book "Felon" which highlights the power of words when behind bars.

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Amanpour: Joseph Stiglitz, Noah Feldman, John P. Carlin

Tue, 21 Jan 2020 20:27:47 -0000

Joseph Stiglitz, the Nobel Prize-winning economist, joins Christiane Amanpour from the World Economic Forum in Davos, Switzerland to explain why President Trump is misleading the public with the metrics he is using to measure the growth of the U.S. economy. He also lays out the case for listening to climate change scientists and creating a green economy that will lead way to the boom it is yet to see. Noah Feldman, constitutional scholar, unpacks the case for impeachment against Trump and how the Senate, led by majority leader Mitch McConnell, are likely going to conduct their partisan trial. Our Hari Sreenivasen sat down with John P. Carlin, former U.S. Assistant Attorney General for National Security, to discuss the ever-rising threat cybercrime poses to democracies around the world.

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Amanpour: Evelyn Farkas, Dimitri Simes, Steve Inskeep and Sarah Hurwitz

Tue, 21 Jan 2020 13:51:00 -0000

Evelyn Farkas, former Deputy Assistant Secretary of Defense for Russia, and Dimitri Simes, CEO and President of The Center for the National Interest, join Christiane Amanpour to discuss the start of Trump's impeachment trial in the senate as the President readies himself for the World Economic Forum in Davos. Simes and Farkas dig down into U.S. relations with Russia and the rest of the world. Steve Inskeep, NPR host, discusses his new book "Imperfect Union," that tells the story of America's first political power couple, John and Jessie Fremont. In 1856 John was the first ever Republican nominee for president and the campaign was dominated by immigration, race, and political demagoguery. Inskeep reflects on the parallels with today's politics. Sarah Hurwitz, White House speechwriter for President Barack Obama and First Lady Michelle Obama, has turned her focus from politics to Judaism in her book "Here All Along." She sits down with Our Michel Martin to explain why she thinks the Jewish faith, that she was born into, can help us in these divisive times.

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Amanpour: Peggy Orenstein, Father Greg Boyle and Dan Buettner

Sat, 18 Jan 2020 01:00:00 -0000

Peggy Orenstein, author of "Boys & Sex", joins Christiane Amanpour to discuss why she's turning her attention from the sexual experiences and education of young girls to boys. She explains why we need to give boys the opportunity to express their vulnerability and stamp out the toxic locker room banter that is so pervasive amongst them. Father Greg Boyle reflects on starting up Homeboy Industries in Los Angeles; the largest rehabilitation program in the world for active gang members. He speaks passionately about breaking the cycles of abuse and violence that grips these gang members, through a process of tenderness, learning and spirituality. Then - our Hari Sreenivasan sat down with Dan Buettner, founder of the Blue Zones Project and National Geographic fellow to talk about his well-being improvement initiative launched in over 40 cities across the United States. As part of the initiative he was inspired to create a cookbook, "The Blue Zones Kitchen," drawing on all those cities had to offer.

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Amanpour: Vadym Prystaiko, Andrew Forrest and Henry Louis Gates, Jr.

Fri, 17 Jan 2020 15:27:28 -0000

Vadym Prystaiko, the Ukrainian Foreign Minister, joins Christiane Amanpour to talk about the explosive interview from Lev Parnas, an associate of Trump's lawyer Rudy Giuliani. Parnas seemed to confirm the White House's effort to intimidate the President of Ukraine into providing dirt on Democratic candidate Joe Biden. Prystaiko discusses the international crises that Ukraine has been inadvertently dragged into; from the impeachment of Donald Trump to the Ukrainian airliner shot down in Iran. Andrew Forrest, founder and chairman of Fortescue Metals, talks about the devastating wildfires in his home Australia. Forrest donated $48 million in aid - but as a mining magnate he has a complicated history with the contributing factors to climate change and by extension these very fires he is helping to put out. Our Walter Isaacson sits down with Henry Louis Gates, Jr., the host of "Finding Your Roots," to discuss his Emmy award-winning show and the array of celebrities he has helped piece together their ancestry.

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Amanpour: Jennifer Granholm, Andrew Gillum, Afua Hirsch, Robert Lacey and Bernard-Henri Levy

Thu, 16 Jan 2020 17:07:34 -0000

Jennifer Granholm, former Michigan Governor, and Andrew Gillum, former Tallahassee Mayor, join Christiane Amanpour to unpackthe latest Democratic debate where key candidates Bernie Sanders, Joe Biden and Elizabeth Warren faced off on issues of impeachment, trade and foreign policy. Afua Hirsch, journalist and author of "Brit(ish): On Race, Identity and Belonging," and Robert Lacey, royal historian and the Queen's biographer, dig down into the latest royal scandal. They asses what has prompted Prince Harry and Duchess of Sussex to step back as senior royals: the media circus, allegations of racism and misogyny. Our Hari Sreenivasan sits down with celebrity intellectual and philosopher Bernard-Henri Levy to discuss his return to his roots as a war correspondent. He sat down to talk about two of his gritty new war documentaries - "Peshmerga" and "The Battle of Mosul" in which he's embedded with Kurdish forces battling Islamic State.

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Amanpour: Jodi Kantor, Gretchen Carlson, Oren Falkowitz and Lee McIntyre

Tue, 14 Jan 2020 20:16:06 -0000

Jodi Kantor, the investigative reporter from New York Times who broke the story on Harvey Weinstein, joins Christiane Amanpour to explain the ins-and-outs of the upcoming trial of the disgraced media mogul. As jury selection begins, Kantor reveals why only 2 women out of 80+ who accused Weinstein of sexual misconduct are going to trial. Gretchen Carlson, the former Fox News anchor, talks about what it feels like to be constrained by an NDA. In 2016 she filed a lawsuit against then Fox News Chairman and CEO Roger Ailes for sexual harassment; a case that was settled for $20 million, but with the agreement of her silence. Now in the light of the #MeToo era she says she wishes she had fought harder. Oren Falkowitz, CEO & co-founder of "Area 1 Security," lays out the latest cybersecurity threat; a hack on gas company Burisma. The company, where Presidential candidate Joe Biden's son previously worked, is now somewhat of a house-hold name after it was catapulted into the limelight by President Trump's accusations of corruption. Falkowitz unravels this threat which lies at the center of the impeachment process. Then our Michel Martin sits down with Lee McIntyre, author of "Post-Truth," to reflect on how to live and navigate in this world of lies and misinformation.

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Amanpour: Ali Shabani, Danylo Lubkivsky, Evan Osnos and Chris Hughes

Mon, 13 Jan 2020 20:39:32 -0000

After Iran admitted accidentally shooting down a Ukrainian passenger plane, the regime finds itself under pressure from its own people and over the weekend, President Trump tweeted his support for the growing protests. To break this all down, Mohammad Ali Shabani, an Iran research at SOAS University of London, joins Christiane Amanpour in London. The doomed Flight 752 outbound from Iran was heading towards Kiev and eleven Ukrainian nationals lost their lives on board after it was shot down. Danylo Lubvisky was the Ukrainian Deputy Foreign Minister at the time of the MH17 disaster and he speaks from his experience of the fallout this will cause. This week, Beijing's top trade negotiator has touched down in DC with one aim; to bring an end to a bitter economic war between the two superpowers. Evan Osnos has written extensively on this subject for The New Yorker and he gives his analysis of the relations between the U.S. and China. Our Hari Sreenivasan sits down with Chris Hughes, co-founder of Facebook, to talk about his concerns that the tech giant is too powerful and may be a potential risk to liberal democracy. He is now leading the battle against corporate monopolies, a fight that could bring to face-to-face with the company he helped build.

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Amanpour: Michael Kergin, Richard Dalton, Barbara Slavin, Ervand Abrahamian and Daniel Fessler

Fri, 10 Jan 2020 19:49:32 -0000

Speaking at a candlelit vigil in Toronto to mourn the victims of the Ukrainian plane crash which killed all 176 on board, including many Canadian and Iranian nationals, Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau said that Canadians "deserve answers." To discuss this tragic human cost of this diplomatic drama, Christiane Amanpour speaks with Canada's former Ambassador to the U.S Michael Kergin. Richard Dalton, former British Ambassador to Iran, and Barbara Slavin, the Atlantic Council's top Iran expert, talk about the urgent need for diplomacy to ease tensions between the U.S. and Iran. Ervand Abrahamian, historian and Iranian-American author of "The Coup", digs down into the turbulent and complex relationship between the two nations that goes back decades. He sits down with our Walter Isaacson and looks back at the Iranian revolution and the hostage crisis of 1979. In a world filled with violence and polarization, Daniel Fessler, anthropologist and director of the UCLA Kindness Institute, explains the need for more kindness in the world.

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Amanpour: Tim Kaine, Fred Pleitgen, Dickie Arbiter, Mark Landler and Cyrus Habib

Thu, 09 Jan 2020 20:05:05 -0000

Democratic Senator Tim Kaine from Virginia joins Christiane Amanpour to discuss the ongoing political crisis between the U.S. and Iran, just as reports emerge that the Ukrainian Boeing plane that crashed killing 176 people, may have in fact been mistakenly shot down by Iran. He unpacks what action is occurring in Washington to limit any further military escalation. Fred Pleitgen, CNN Senior International Correspondent, gives the view from ground in Tehran. He explains the Iranian government's stance on these latest developments. Dickie Arbiter, former press secretary to Queen Elizabeth II, and Mark Landler, London bureau chief at The New York Times, give their perspective on the unprecedented news that Duchess of Sussex, Meghan Markle, and Prince Harry are stepping back as senior royals. They asses what has prompted this move and how it will work practically and financially. Our Hari Sreenivasan sits down with Cyrus Habib, Washington Lieutenant Governor, to talk about the demonization of Iranian-Americans.

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Amanpour: David Urban, Mohammad Marandi, Antony Blinken and Mina Al-Oraibi

Wed, 08 Jan 2020 20:00:35 -0000

David Urban, corporate lobbyist and Trump's campaign strategist, joins Christiane Amanpour to give his analysis of the President's address to the nation after Iran's retaliatory airstrike on U.S. coalition air bases in Iraq. Mohammad Marandi, chair of American Studies at the University of Tehran, gives his view from Tehran; he assesses the proportionality of this strike as well as the rhetoric coming from the two leaders of the hostile nations. Antony Blinken, former U.S. Deputy National Security Adviser, discusses how President Trump has seemingly stepped back from further military confrontation whilst at the same time still fervently criticizing the Iran nuclear deal. Mina Al-Oraibi, editor-in-chief at The National, also weighs in about the impact this will have on the Persian Gulf states who are very dependent on America's military presence in the region. She unpacks Trump's desire for NATO to take on some of that burden.

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Amanpour: Mark Esper, Massoumeh Ebtekar, Elissa Slotkin and Turki Al-Faisal

Tue, 07 Jan 2020 20:12:34 -0000

Mark Esper, U.S. Defense Secretary, joins Christiane Amanpour to defend the decision to carry out a targeted killing of Iran's top military commander, Qasem Soleimani. He explains why he doesn't regret the decision as well as the "imminent threat" that justified such an extreme course of action. Massoumeh Ebtekar, the Iranian Vice President on Women and Family Affairs, gives her counter-viewpoint, arguing that the White House made a serious miscalculation. Elissa Slotkin, U.S. House Democrat for Michigan, weighs in on the debate by giving her expert analysis as a former CIA analyst who served 3 tours in Iraq. She explains the war power resolution that she has been tasked with drawing up, to block the president's path to war in the region. Turki Al-Faisal, former Saudi Ambassador to the U.S., discusses concern coming out of the Kingdom and the effort launched to deescalate tensions between the U.S. and Iran.

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Amanpour: Mohammad Marandi, Chris Murphy, Ayad Allawi, Stephen Hadley and Tim Flannery

Mon, 06 Jan 2020 20:25:36 -0000

Mohammad Marandi, chair of American studies at the University of Tehran, joins Christiane Amanpour to discuss the shocking targeted strike on one of Iran's top generals, Qasem Soleimani. He was killed in an U.S. airstrike whilst he was visiting Iraq and it has prompted both celebration and deep concern for how this will impact the already tense relations between the two nations. Democratic Senator Chris Murphy explains why this violates congressional rules and procedures and how the House plan to stop what they see as President Trump waging an undemocratic war in Iran. Ayad Allawi, the former Prime Minister of Iraq, reflects on the fact this controversial and deadly airstrike occurred on his country's soil. In response, Iraq voted to expel U.S. forces and President Trump is threatening sanctions if they make good on their word. Allawi digs down into what he sees are the next steps for the players involved. Stephen Hadley, former U.S. National Security Advisor, unpacks the strength of the evidence for Soleimani's killing. Lastly, Tim Flannery, the man at the helm of Climate Council Australia, talks passionately about the devastating fires that are consuming Australia killing millions of animals in its wake. He explains about the science and policy that is causing this crisis.

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Amanpour: Heidi Blake, Dr. Rangan Chatterjee and Carmen C. Bambach

Fri, 20 Dec 2019 18:29:25 -0000

Heidi Blake, Buzzfeed Investigations Editor and author of "From Russia with Blood," talks about the pattern of killings that flow from the Kremlin. She digs down into why these haven't been gone unsolved. Dr. Rangan Chatterjee, doctor and author of "The Stress Solution," discusses why we're more stressed then ever and the innovative solutions we need to combat it. Our Walter Isaacson sits down with Carmen C. Bambach, a pioneering curator at the Metropolitan Museum of Art, to reflect on the life and works of Leonardo da Vinci, as chronicled in her groundbreaking four volume canon "Leonardo da Vinci Rediscovered."

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Amanpour: Tony Blair, Greta Gerwig, Anne Applebaum and Michael Crick

Thu, 19 Dec 2019 21:03:32 -0000

Tony Blair, the former Labour British Prime Minister, joins Christiane Amanpour to discuss the landslide Conservative victory in last week's election. He reflects on a looming Brexit and his party's move to the left and why that's cost them dearly. Greta Gerwig, the writer, director and actor, talks candidly to our Michel Martin about her meteoric rise to the top of Hollywood and what it was like to re-create one of the world's most beloved classics, "Little Women". Anne Applebaum, staff writer at The Atlantic, and Michael Crick, former BBC political correspondent, look at the current British government's aversion to the state-funded British broadcaster and what it would mean for the BBC and if they scrapped the license fee.

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Amanpour: Scott Walker, Mark Landler, Susan Glasser, Rich Lowry, Alfre Woodard and Chinonye Chukwu

Thu, 19 Dec 2019 13:02:02 -0000

Scott Walker, former Republican Governor for the battleground state of Wisconsin, gives his take on the historic vote to impeach President Donald Trump; only the third President ever to be impeached. He reflects on whether the President did indeed commit high crimes and misdemeanors. He also defends his record on voter suppression. Mark Landler, the London bureau chief of The New York Times, Susan Glasser, staff writer at the The New Yorker, and Rich Lowry, editor of the National Review, all weigh in on the impeachment debate. They each give their perspective on this momentous day and how it will impact American politics and society for years to come. Our Michel Martin sits down with Alfre Woodard, actor in "Clemency", and Chinonye Chukwu, the director of the film, to unpack the moral questions surrounding death row and more specifically, the complex role of the executioner.

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Amanpour: Chris Ruddy, Ezra Klein, Jonathan Pryce and Ronny Chieng

Tue, 17 Dec 2019 21:20:23 -0000

Chris Ruddy, CEO of Newsmax media, joins Christiane Amanpour to discuss the impeachment of his close friend and confidant President Donald Trump. He reflects on the Republican strategy and the likelihood of acquittal. Ezra Klein, author of "Why We're Polarized" and co-founder of Vox, weighs in and critiques Ruddy's stance. He explains how America's politics became so toxic and polarized. Jonathan Pryce, the acclaimed actor, discusses making his latest film "The Two Popes" that delves into the lives of then Cardinal Jorge Bergoglio of Argentina and Pope Benedict the Sixteenth. Our Hari Sreenivasan sat down with Ronny Chieng, comedian and "The Daily Show" correspondent, to talk about finding fame in the beloved "Crazy Rich Asians" rom-com and making his Netflix debut with "Asian Comedy Destroys America".

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Amanpour: John Kerry, Bobby Jindal, Ferkat Jawdat and Steven W. Thrasher

Tue, 17 Dec 2019 19:53:12 -0000

John Kerry, former U.S. Secretary of State, joins Christiane Amanpour in London to discuss these unprecedented times in U.S. politics, as the impeachment of President Trump looms. He also delves into the climate crisis and how we need both government and private business to get on board if we are to solve it any time soon. Bobby Jindal, the former Louisiana Governor, gives his take on the Republican stance on impeachment. Ferkat Jawdat, Uyghur activist, talks about why the Chinese government's treatment of their minority Muslim Uyghur population is akin to 'culture identity genocide.' He speaks candidly about his mother who was imprisoned for years in a so-called re-education camp. Our Hari Sreenivasan sits down with Steven W. Thrasher, Daniel Renberg Chair at Northwestern University, to talk about the HIV/AIDS crisis in the U.S. and why it is gay and black men that are most at risk.

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Amanpour: Afua Hirsch, Simon Fraser, Mark Landler, Helle Thorning-Schmidt and Craig Whitlock

Fri, 13 Dec 2019 20:38:41 -0000

Afua Hirsch, author and social commentator, Simon Fraser, former head of the UK Foreign Office and Mark Landler, the London Bureau Chief for the New York Times join Christiane Amanpour on set to discuss the Conservative Party landslide victory in the historic UK election. Helle Thorning-Schmidt, the former Danish Prime Minister discusses Boris Johnson's Brexit plan. Craig Whitlock, a lead investigative reporter for the Washington Post, discusses his work uncovering the Afghanistan papers.

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Amanpour: Frans Timmermans, Zeid Raad Al Hussein and Yoni Appelbaum

Thu, 12 Dec 2019 20:08:32 -0000

Frans Timmermans, the European Commission Executive Vice President for the European Green Deal, tells Christiane Amanpour why the deal is the "best option" for the bloc to tackle the climate crisis. Zeid Raad al Hussein, former UN High Commissioner for Human Rights, discusses disgraced Myanmar State Counsellor Aung San Suu Kyi's hearing at The Hague. Our Hari Sreenivasan talks to Yoni Appelbaum, Historian & Ideas Editor at The Atlantic, about why the U.S. is 'coming apart.'

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Amanpour: Sherrod Brown, Jeremy Hunt & Daryl Davis

Wed, 11 Dec 2019 20:16:14 -0000

Christiane Amanpour is joined by Democrat Sherrod Brown of Ohio to talk about impeachment and his new book "Desk 88" which details the lives of the senators who sat at his Senate desk before him, including Robert F. Kennedy, and Al Gore Senior. Former UK Foreign Secretary and Conservative MP Jeremy Hunt discusses his party's approach to Brexit on the eve of the UK General Election. And our Hari Sreenivasan is joined by Daryl Davis, a black musician who has spent the past 30 years engaging in dialogue and - in some cases - ultimately befriending, members of the Ku Klux Klan and other white supremacist groups.

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Amanpour: Michael Bloomberg, John Avlon, Dexter Filkins, Rana Ayyub, Christine Quinn and Daniel Russo

Tue, 10 Dec 2019 18:55:25 -0000

Former New York mayor and now democratic presidential candidate Michael Bloomberg joins Christiane Amanpour in Madrid at the COP 25 climate summit. Political analyst and former chief speechwriter to Rudi Giuliani, John Avlon discusses the US presidential race. Dexter Filkins, staff writer at the New Yorker, and Rana Ayyub, global opinions writer at the Washington Post, tell Christiane about their recent collaboration investigating violence against the Muslim minority in India. And our Hari Sreenivasan talks to Christine Quinn, president & CEO of WIN, and Daniel Russo, principal of Bronx school PS 294, about the rise in child homelessness in America.

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Amanpour: Farnaz Fassihi, Péter Szijjártó, Dread Scott and Christian Siriano

Sat, 07 Dec 2019 00:00:00 -0000

Farnaz Fassihi, from the New York Times, joins Christiane Amanpour to discuss the recent deadly protests in Iran. A 50 percent rise in oil prices triggered national unrest, and thousands of Iranians have taken to the streets in protest with deadly consequences. She gives her gives her view on the brutal crackdown on demonstrators. Péter Szijjártó, the Hungarian Foreign Minister, talks all things NATO as the summit took place in London this week. He discusses everything from migration, to climate change, to tensions with Ukraine, in a wide-ranging conversation. Artist Dread Scott looks back on his recent recreation of a Louisiana slave revolt from 1811, the German Coast Uprising. He outlines why he thinks so many people wanted to come together to recreate the forgotten rebellion. Our Alison Stewart sits down with designer Christian Siriano to find out more about his rise to the top of the fashion world. Known for his breathtaking visual imagination, and for championing body positivity and diversity on the runway, he talks about why he's not afraid to break the rules.

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Amanpour: Russ Feingold, Mia Love, Rory Stewart and George Church

Thu, 05 Dec 2019 20:27:47 -0000

Russ Feingold, former Senate Democrat, and Mia Love, former House Republican, join Christiane Amanpour to dig down into the latest developments in Washington. As former Democratic favorite Kamala Harris drops out of the 2020 Presidential race and House Speaker Nancy Pelosi announces that the house will draw up articles of impeachment against President Donald Trump, they give their take on why recent events have unfolded as they have and the likely next steps of the big political players. Rory Stewart, the former British Conservative MP, talks about the urgent need to bring politics back to the center and why he's throwing his hat into the ring for London Mayor. From signaling issues on the Piccadilly line, to knife crime in the capital, he highlights key issues and how he hopes to solve them, should he replace current Mayor Sadiq Khan. Our Walter Isaacson sits down with George Church, professor of genetics at Harvard Medical School, to discuss his extraordinary work that ranges from growing human organs to resurrecting long extinct animals. He addresses the potential that genetic engineering holds, but also the ethical issues it poses.

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Amanpour: Kay Bailey Hutchison, Michael Lewis and Jonathan Haidt

Wed, 04 Dec 2019 20:03:49 -0000

Kay Bailey Hutchison, U.S. Ambassador to NATO, joins Christiane Amanpour to discuss the key developments and dramas to come out of the NATO summit in London. Michael Lewis, author of "Fifth Risk" and "The Big Short," digs down into the political crisis unfolding on Capitol Hill, as the House Judiciary Committee hears its fist testimony from four constitutional scholars. He gives his take on the impeachment process so far and the future of the country. Our Hari Sreenivasan sits down with Jonathan Haidt, the social psychologist and co-author of "The Dark Psychology of Social Networks." He serves up solutions for what he calls the "outrage machine," that is spreading anger and toxicity.

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Amanpour: Bobby Ghosh, Gülnur Aybet, Shirin Neshat, Hadi Ghaemi and Feras Fayyad

Tue, 03 Dec 2019 20:08:05 -0000

Bobby Ghosh, the Bloomberg opinion editor, joins Christiane Amanpour to discuss the tensions between presidents Donald Trump and Emmanuel Macron, as they meet in London for NATO's 70th summit. Gülnur Aybet, senior adviser to Turkish president Recep Tayyip Erdogan, unpacks the criticism Macron levelled at Erdogan over Turkey's offensive in Syria. She defends the apparent blocking of the NATO defense plan for the Baltics and Poland. Shirin Neshat, Iranian artist, and Hadi Ghaemi, executive director of the Center for Human Rights in Iran, explain the importance of defending artist freedoms in Iran amid the ongoing protests that have seen more than 200 killed. Our Hari Sreenivasan sits down with Feras Fayyad, the Emmy Award-winning director, to discuss his new film of "The Cave" which documents the work of Syrian doctor Amani Ballour as she managed an underground hospital in Ghouta, outside Damascus.

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Amanpour: Jens Stoltenberg, Gérard Araud, Karin von Hippel, Yaron Zilberman and Jonah Peretti

Mon, 02 Dec 2019 20:59:47 -0000

Jens Stoltenberg, NATO Secretary General and former Prime Minister of Norway, joins Christiane Amanpour to reflect on 70 years of NATO, their strategy on terrorism and their approach to Trump's foreign policy. Gérard Araud, former French Ambassador to the United States, and Karin von Hippel, the Director-General of the Royal United Services Institute, weigh in and assess the future of the post-war alliance. Yaron Zilberman, co-writer and director of "Incitement", talks about dramatizing the assassination of Israeli Prime Minister Yitzhak Rabin. He explains how the consequences of that deep division and religious extremism seen 25 years ago can still be felt in Israeli society today. Our Walter Isaacson sits down with Jonah Peretti, CEO of BuzzFeed and co-founder of The Huffington Post, to unpack what "public interest" means in the age of the internet.

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Amanpour: Kevin Sheekey, Richard Gere, David Gere, Julia Neuberger and Darren Walker

Wed, 27 Nov 2019 21:02:39 -0000

Kevin Sheekey, campaign manager for Bloomberg 2020, joins Christiane Amanpour to explain why the media mogul and billionaire Michael Bloomberg has made a late entry to the 2020 presidential race. Brothers Richard Gere, the iconic actor and activist, and David Gere, the director of UCLA Art & Global Health Center, give an emotional and candid account of the friends they've lost to AIDS. They talk about coming together to help create new and powerful photography exhibition and book called "Through Positive Eyes" to celebrate World AIDS Day and end stigma once and for all. Julia Neuberger, senior rabbi and member of the British House of Lords, discusses the Labour party's anti-Semitism problem and how this might impact the upcoming UK election. Our Walter Isaacson sits down with Darren Walker, president of the Ford Foundation, to discuss his new book, "From Generosity to Justice: A New Gospel of Wealth."

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Amanpour: Jenna Ellis, Neal Katyal, Pat Mitchell and Lena Waithe

Tue, 26 Nov 2019 20:50:50 -0000

Jenna Ellis, senior legal adviser for the Trump 2020 campaign, joins Christiane Amanpour to give her defense of President Trump and explains why his behavior is not impeachable. Neal Katyal, former Acting U.S. Solicitor General and author of "Impeach: The Case Against Donald Trump," pushes back against Ellis' claims and gives his legal view. Pat Mitchell, the former head of CNN productions and first woman head of PBS, speaks candidly about her life in media, activism and growing older in the public eye. She reflects on "Becoming a Dangerous Woman"; and why she chose this as the title of her new memoir. Our Alison Stewart sits down with Lena Waithe, award-winning screenwriter, to talk about writing her first feature film, "Queen & Slim," a tale of bloodshed, race, trauma and hope.

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Amanpour: Doris Kearns Goodwin, Annette Bening and Joel Stein

Mon, 25 Nov 2019 20:29:32 -0000

Doris Kearns Goodwin, the renowned presidential historian, joins Christiane Amanpour to delve into the Trump presidency, his predecessors and the latest shocking developments to emerge in the impeachment inquiry. Annette Bening, the award-winning actress best known for her roles in "American Beauty" and "Bugsy", reflects on growing older and stronger in Hollywood and what it was like to portray Senator Dianne Feinstein in new Amazon film "The Report". Feinstein was instrumental in the Senate investigation into CIA torture after 9/11, that exposed wrongdoing at the highest level. Our Walter Isaacson sits down with Joel Stein, former writer for Time magazine, discusses his new book "In Defense of Elitism" and why it is so important to fight against the tide of elitism, populism and end America's political culture war.

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Amanpour: Nima Elbagir, Maria Ressa, Olafur Eliasson and Martha Minow

Fri, 22 Nov 2019 18:07:43 -0000

In a special report, CNN Senior International Correspondent Nima Elbagir confronts a priest accused of abusing some of the World's most vulnerable children in the Central African Republic. Maria Ressa, the CEO of social news network Rappler, talks about her experience of going toe to toe with the Filipino president Rodrigo Duterte. Olafur Eliasson, the artist famous for his use of the natural elements, joins Christiane Amanpour to discuss how his work helps people connect with the climate crisis. And our Michel Martin sits down with Martha Minow, the former dean of Harvard Law School, to discuss her new book "When Should Law Forgive?" about the complicated intersections between law, justice and forgiveness.

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Amanpour: Chris Ruddy, Susan Glasser, Daria Kaleniuk, Lauren Greenfield and Andy Bautista

Tue, 19 Nov 2019 20:33:13 -0000

Christiane Amanpour is joined by Chris Ruddy, CEO of Newsmax and Susan Glasser, Staff Writer at the New Yorker, to talk about the latest in the ongoing impeachment inquiry. Daria Kaleniuk, one of Ukraine's most respected anti-corruption activists gives her perspective on investigation and our Alison Stewart is joined by Director Lauren Greenfield and Former Philippine Elections Commission Chairman Andy Bautista, who talk about their new biopic of Imelda Marcos, "The Kingmaker".

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Amanpour: Henk Ovink, Katharine Hayhoe, Joey Zwillinger and S. James Gates

Mon, 18 Nov 2019 20:01:08 -0000

Henk Ovink, Dutch special envoy for International Water Affairs, joins Christiane Amanpour to discuss the extreme flooding in Venice; the worst it has ever experienced. Katharine Hayhoe, atmospheric scientist, also weighs in on the climate crisis causing natural disasters around the world like the flooding in Venice, fires in California and smog in India. Joey Zwillinger, co-CEO of shoe company Allbirds, talks about developing his innovative and sustainable shoe brand. Our Walter Isaacson, sits down with Sylvester James Gates, professor and theoretical physicist, to reflect on co-writing, "Proving Einstein Right". He explores how scientists proved Einstein's ground-breaking theory of relativity all those years ago.

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Amanpour: Nancy McEldowney, James Baker, Mark Ruffalo, Adam Frankel

Thu, 14 Nov 2019 20:09:22 -0000

Nancy McEldowney, former Director of the U.S. Foreign Service Institute, and James Baker, former FBI General Counsel join Christiane Amanpour to unpack the latest developments in the ongoing impeachment investigation into President Donald Trump. Mark Ruffalo, actor in new film "Dark Waters," and Rob Bilott, the lawyer who Ruffalo plays in "Dark Waters," reflect on working together in this new project. Bilott took on the chemical company Dupont after one of its West Virginia plants leaked a chemical known as PFO into the water supply. Our Walter Isaacson sits down with Adam Frankel, President Obama's former speechwriter and author of "The Survivors," to discuss his search for truth after uncovering a traumatic secret in his family.

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Amanpour: Mike Rogers, Elizabeth Holtzman, Anthony Gardner, Jeff Greenfield and Carl Bernstein

Thu, 14 Nov 2019 00:20:23 -0000

Mike Rogers, former chair of the House Intelligence Committee, and Elizabeth Holtzman, former member of the House Judiciary Committee, join Christiane Amanpour to reflect on the first public hearing of the impeachment investigation. They give their thoughts on top U.S. diplomat Bill Taylor's testimony on Capitol Hill. Anthony Gardner, former U.S. Ambassador to the EU, gives his thoughts on the strategies employed by both Democrats and Republicans so far. Jeff Greenfield, journalist and author, and Carl Bernstein, former Washington Post reporter, reflect on past impeachment processes involving Presidents Nixon and Clinton. They give their take on how this impeachment compares.

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Amanpour: John McLaughlin, Joe Crowley, Yair Golan and Garry Kasparov

Tue, 12 Nov 2019 20:42:19 -0000

John McLaughlin, former deputy CIA director, joins Christiane Amanpour to talk about the first public impeachment hearings due to take place this week. Joe Crowley, former House Democrat and predecessor to Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez, sheds light on the political strategies both Republicans and Democrats will employ during these hearings. Yair Golan, Israeli Knesset member and former deputy chief of staff at the IDF, reflects on the political paralysis in Israel and the spike of violence at the Gaza-Israel border. Our Miles O'Brien sits down with Garry Kasparov, the chess grandmaster and pro-democracy activist, to discuss the threat technology and Putin's Russia poses to American democracy.

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Amanpour: Timothy Garton Ash, Christopher Mallaby, Andrey Kortunov, Wendell Pierce and Jimmie Fails

Fri, 08 Nov 2019 18:27:40 -0000

Timothy Garton Ash, historian and author, Christopher Mallaby, former UK Ambassador to Germany, and Andrey Kortunov, the Director General of the Russian Intl. Affairs Council, join Christiane Amanpour to reflect on the historic day the Berlin wall came down 30 years ago. They discuss how the reunification of Germany shaped the modern world. Wendell Pierce, actor best known for his roles in "The Wire" and "Suits", talks about taking to the stage in London in the reinterpretation of Arthur Miller's "Death of a Salesman." Our Hari Sreenivasan sits down with Jimmie Fails, actor in "The Last Black Man in San Francisco", to discuss his debut role in the semi-autobiographical film that has prompted rave reviews.

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Amanpour: Steven Reed, Mikhail Khodorkovsky, Alex Gibney and Megan Phelps-Roper

Fri, 08 Nov 2019 11:17:55 -0000

Steven Reed, mayor-elect of Montgomery, Alabama, joins Christiane Amanpour to discuss his historic victory as the African-American mayor of the former Confederate capital and battleground of the civil rights movement. Mikhail Khodorkovsky, exiled Russian businessman and former oligarch, talks about Russia's unique form of gangster capitalism. Alex Gibney, director of documentary "Citizen K", speaks about creating his new doc that delves into the extraordinary and complex life of Khodorkovsky. Our Michel Martin sits down with Megan Phelps-Roper, former member of the notorious Westboro Baptist Church, to talk about why she left and how she feels about religion now.

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Amanpour: Scott Jennings, John Nichols, Iltija Mufti, Leonard Kleinrock and Vint Cerf

Wed, 06 Nov 2019 21:28:11 -0000

Scott Jennings, former adviser to U.S. Senator Mitch McConnell, and John Nichols, correspondent at the Nation, join Christiane Amanpour to explore the Democrats' big win in Kentucky. Iltija Mufti, daughter of Mehbooba Mufti, the former leader of Kashmir, discuss India's crackdown in Kashmir. Our Miles O'Brien sits down with Leonard Kleinrock and Vint Cerf, the founding fathers of the internet, to reflect on their first pioneering steps and what they would do differently if they could go back.

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Amanpour: George Osborne, Eleni Kounalakis, Chris "Shockwave" Sullivan, Utkarsh Ambudkar and Aneesa Folds

Tue, 05 Nov 2019 20:40:06 -0000

George Osborne, former UK Chancellor of the Exchequer under Prime Minister David Cameron and current editor of the Evening Standard newspaper, sits down with Christiane Amanpour. He discusses the future of the conservative party, the possibility of a trade deal with the U.S. and the likely outcome of the approaching December election. Eleni Kounalakis, Democratic Lieutenant Governor for California, gives her take on the climate crisis causing the ongoing fires in California and the ten-day toxic smog in New Delhi. Our Hari Sreenivasan sits down with Chris "Shockwave" Sullivan, Utkarsh Ambudkar and Aneesa Folds, the cast of Freestyle Love Supreme, to explain how their Broadway show that fuses rap and improv.

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Amanpour: Vali Nasr, Karl Sharro, Julie Andrews and Ev Williams

Mon, 04 Nov 2019 20:07:52 -0000

Vali Nasr, professor of International Affairs at Johns Hopkins University, and Karl Sharro, the Lebanese-Iraqi satirist, join Christiane Amanpour to dissect the motivations behind the deadly protests in Iraq. Julie Andrews, the Oscar-winning actress best known for her iconic roles in "Mary Poppins" and "The Sound of Music," talks candidly about the highs and lows of Hollywood and penning her new memoir "Home Work." Our Walter Isaacson sits down with Ev Williams the co-founder of Twitter, to discuss his new publishing platform Medium and why he's focusing on more nuanced, quality content. He also digs into why Twitter needs to take more responsibility.

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Amanpour: Karen Armstrong, Brendan Simms and Sukhinder Singh Cassidy

Sat, 02 Nov 2019 00:00:00 -0000

Karen Armstrong, former nun and religious scholar, joins Christiane Amanpour to discuss penning her new book "The Lost Art of Scripture." She's reflects on her extraordinary life and interpretation of religion. Brendan Simms, historian and author of "Hitler: A Global Biography," delves into both Hitler's rise to power in the thirties and the dangerous increase in nationalism and anti-Semitism we are seeing creep back into the world today. Our Hari Sreenivasan sits down with Sukhinder Singh Cassidy, president of StubHub and founder of theBoardlist, to discuss the importance of diversity and structural reform of corporate America.

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Amanpour: Norman Ornstein, Robert Reich, Cynthia Erivo, Leslie Odom and Ocean Vuong

Thu, 31 Oct 2019 21:19:52 -0000

Norman Ornstein, congressional scholar at the American Enterprise Institute joins Christiane Amanpour to to give his take on President Trump's behavior in the last few months, just as the House votes to proceed with the formal impeachment process. Robert Reich, former U.S. Labor Secretary, discusses the raging wild fires in California and the complex causes behind them. Cynthia Erivo, actor in "Harriet", and Leslie Odom, Jr., her co-star in the film, reflect on what it was like to delve into the outstanding life of Harriet Tubman, the slave who led her people to freedom. Michel Martin sits down with Ocean Vuong, author of "On Earth We're Briefly Gorgeous," to talk about the debut novel that earned him six weeks on the New York Times best-seller list this year.

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Amanpour: William Cohen, Antonio Banderas and Zanny Minton Beddoes

Wed, 30 Oct 2019 20:28:22 -0000

William Cohen, former U.S. Defense Secretary, joins Christiane Amanpour to discuss how politicians on both sides of the aisle need to put country before party as they evaluate evidence in the impeachment inquiry. Antonio Banderas, the iconic actor from "The Mask of Zorro" and "Shrek," opens up about taking on a very different role in "Pain and Glory." Our Walter Isaacson sits down with Zanny Minton Beddoes, editor-in-chief of The Economist, to talk about what the Brexit vote really represents.

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Amanpour: David Shulkin, Mona Fawaz, Juan Manuel Santos and Lithgow

Tue, 29 Oct 2019 20:09:38 -0000

David Shulkin, former U.S. Secretary of Veterans Affairs and author of "It Shouldn't Be This Hard to Serve Your Country," sits down with Christiane Amanpour to give insight into the ongoing impeachment inquiry. He weighs in as Army Lieutenant Colonel Alexander Vindman testifies behind closed doors about Trump's Ukraine phone call. Mona Fawaz, professor at the American University of Beirut, talks about what sparked the ongoing mass protests in Lebanon that caused the Prime Minister to resign. Juan Manuel Santos, the former Colombian President, discusses the connections and motivations behind the protests in Lebanon, Hong Kong, Chile and Colombia. He explains how it is inequality and polarization that is forcing people out onto the streets around the world. Our Hari Sreenivasan sits down with John Lithgow, multi-award-winning actor, to reflect on playing Fox News chairman Roger Ailes in new film "Bombshell" and turning his hand to satirical poetry in his new book "Dumpty: The Age of Trump in Verse."

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Amanpour: Rukmini Callimachi, Frank Luntz, Elizabeth Holtzman and Aarti Shahani

Mon, 28 Oct 2019 20:23:03 -0000

Rukmini Callimachi, award-winning correspondent at The New York Times, joins Christiane Amanpour to discuss the life and death of ISIS leader Abu Bakr al-Baghdadi, who died during a U.S. raid in Idlib, Syria. Frank Luntz, pollster and political strategist, and Elizabeth Holtzman, former U.S. House Democrat, give their views on this win for President Trump, during a tumultuous time in The White House and the ongoing impeachment inquiry. Aarti Shahani, author of "Here We Are: American Dreams, American Nightmares," talks about her immigrant family and their fight for justice in America.

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Amanpour: Brian Cox, John Kerry and Maya Moore

Fri, 25 Oct 2019 19:26:08 -0000

Brian Cox, actor in Broadway play "The Great Society" and HBO's hit series "Succession", joins Christiane Amanpour to discuss stepping into the shoes of presidents and media moguls. John Kerry, former U.S. Secretary of State, reflects on a tumultuous time in U.S. politics; from policy in Northern Syria, to the ongoing impeachment inquiry back home. Our Michel Martin sits down with Maya Moore, the basketball star, to explain why she took a sabbatical from the WNBA in her pursuit of justice.

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Amanpour: Anita Hill, Noah Feldman, Jokha Alharthi and Marilyn Booth

Thu, 24 Oct 2019 20:16:28 -0000

Anita Hill, professor of Brandeis University, joins Christiane Amanpour to talk about how three decades later the same mistakes are being made. She reflects on testifying against then-Supreme Court nominee Clarence Thomas and the shocking similarities with last year's Kavanaugh hearings. Our Walter Isaacson sits down with Noah Feldman, professor at Harvard Law School, to discuss how the ongoing impeachment inquiry is impacting the U.S. constitution. Jokha Alharthi, author of "Celestial Bodies" and Marilyn Booth, the translator of Alharthi's novel, explore how they created the International Man Booker Prize-winning novel set in Oman.

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Amanpour: Mark Esper, Tom Mueller, Richard Stengel

Tue, 22 Oct 2019 21:04:10 -0000

Mark Esper, U.S. Secretary of Defense, joins Christiane Amanpour in Saudi Arabia to defend the U.S. government's decision to withdraw troops from Northern Syria, paving the way for Turkey's invasion of the Kurdish held region. Our Michel Martin sits down with Tom Mueller, author of "Crisis of Conscience", to unpack why whistleblowing is ultimately about American values. Walter Isaacson speaks to Richard Stengel, former Under Secretary of State under Obama and author of "Information Wars", to discuss his experience of fake news during Russia's invasion of Crimea.

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Amanpour: Peter Frankopan, Malte Herwig, Grayson Perry and Rhiannon Giddens

Fri, 18 Oct 2019 23:00:00 -0000

Peter Frankopan, professor of Global History at Oxford University, and Malte Herwig, journalist and Peter Handke biographer, join Christiane Amanpour to discuss the controversial decision to award writer and playwright Peter Handke with the Nobel Prize in Literature. Handke has been accused of being an apologist for the Serbian project of Slobodan Milosevic and the consequent ethnic cleansing which occurred in Bosnia. Grayson Perry, the London-based contemporary artist, explained his creative journey and the inspiration behind his new exhibit "Super Rich Interior Decoration." Our Walter Isaacson sat down with Rhiannon Giddens, award-winning musician and music scholar, to discuss her latest album "The Is No Other."

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Amanpour: Mikhail Kasyanov, Nina Jankowicz, Jonathan Powell and Gulalai Ismail,

Thu, 17 Oct 2019 19:47:25 -0000

Mikhail Kasyanov, former Russian Prime Minister, joins Christiane Amanpour to discuss President Erodgan's bloody offensive in Northern Syria caused by President Trump's decision to withdraw troops from the region. He explains the possible impact this will have on U.S. allies. Nina Jankowicz, a disinformation fellow at the Wilson Center, gives her take on President Trump's actions in Ukraine as the U.S. ambassador the to EU testifies in the congressional impeachment inquiry. Jonathan Powell, former chief of staff to UK Prime Minister Tony Blair, gives his take on the news that the UK and EU have reached a new Brexit deal. Our Michel Martin sits down with Gulalai Ismail, human rights activist, to discuss her home nation of Pakistan and why she was inspired to become an advocate for victims of alleged sexual abuse by Pakistan's army.

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Amanpour: Charles Barkley, Brittany Packnett Cunningham, Mehdi Hasan and Dr. Deepak Chopra

Wed, 16 Oct 2019 18:54:57 -0000

Charles Barkley, former NBA Player, joins Christiane Amanpour to discuss the political firestorm that has engulfed the NBA ever since the manager of the Houston Rockets tweeted support for the Hong Kong protests. Brittany Packnett Cunningham, co-host of "Pod Save the People", and Mehdi Hasan, columnist at The Intercept, reflect on the most recent Democratic presidential debate and how foreign policy was unusually front and center. Our Hari Sreenivasan sits down with Dr. Deepak Chopra, the new age wellness guru, to talk about his eighty-ninth book, "Metahuman: Unleashing Your Infinite Potential."

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Amanpour: Jack Goldsmith, Katharine Gun and Robbie Robertson

Tue, 15 Oct 2019 19:09:00 -0000

Jack Goldsmith, former Head of the U.S. Office of Legal Counsel, joined Christiane Amanpour to discuss how his step-father became the prime suspect in the disappearance of labor union leader Jimmy Hoffa, which is now the topic of new film "The Irishman." He delves into this as well as what he sees as executive overreach in The White House, past and present. Katharine Gun, the Iraq War whistleblower, reflects on leaking memos that exposed a plot by U.S. security officials to secure votes for the invasion. Our Walter Isaacson sat down with Robbie Robertson, musician in "The Band", to look back on his rock career and his more recent work on "The Irishman" music score.

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Amanpour: Shiraz Maher, Kori Schake, Jane Fonda and Raj Chetty

Mon, 14 Oct 2019 19:16:26 -0000

Shiraz Maher, Director of the International Centre for the Study of Radicalisation and Kori Schake, Deputy Director of the International Institute for Strategic Studies, join Christiane Amanpour to discuss Turkey's military offensive in Syria. Jane Fonda, actress and activist, talks about her recent arrest at a climate protest. Our Hari Sreenivasan talks to Raj Chetty about how he's using Big Data to give disadvantaged children the same opportunities he had.

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Amanpour: Jonathan Rugman, Patricia Cornwell and Susan Rice

Fri, 11 Oct 2019 23:00:00 -0000

Jonathan Rugman, the award-winning journalist, joins Christiane Amanpour to speak about the exclusive access that enabled him to write his book, "The Killing in the Consulate: Investigating The Life and Death of Jamal Khashoggi." Patricia Cornwell, best-selling novelist of the The Scarpetta Series", talks about her love of all things adventure and how that helped her pen the first in her new series "Quantum." Susan Rice, former U.N. Ambassador to the U.S. and author of "Tough Love", reflects on her political career and working under President Obama.

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Amanpour: John Bruton, Nancy McEldowney and Alastair Mactaggart

Thu, 10 Oct 2019 19:32:20 -0000

Nancy McEldowney, former Ambassador to Bulgaria and former policy adviser on Europe during the Clinton Administration, reflects on the second day of Turkey's offensive in Northern Syria and the impact it is already having on the Kurdish population there. John Bruton, former Irish Prime Minister, gives his take on the latest Brexit developments, as the UK Prime Minister Boris Johnson meets with Taoiseach Leo Varadkar. Our Hari Sreenivasan sat down with Alastair Mactaggart, real-estate developer and founder of "Californians for Consumer Privacy", to explain why he is fighting for people's privacy.

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Amanpour: Gulnur Aybet, John R. Allen, Chris Morris and Mark Cuban

Wed, 09 Oct 2019 20:15:41 -0000

Gulnur Aybet, senior adviser to the President of Turkey, joins Christiane Amanpour to defend Turkey's invasion of Kurdish Northern Syria. John R. Allen, former envoy to the Global Coalition to Defeat ISIS, gives a different take on Turkey's move; he explains how this could help the resurgence of ISIS in the territory. Chris Morris, writer and director of the iconic "Four Lions", talks about his new film "The Day Shall Come" and how he uses satire to create comedy in these chaotic times. Our Walter Isaacson sits down with Mark Cuban, entrepreneur and owner of the NBA's Dallas Mavericks, to unpack his love of both business and politics.

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Amanpour: Christopher Ruddy, Danylo Lubkivsky, Peter Galbraith and Christopher Wylie

Tue, 08 Oct 2019 19:47:57 -0000

Christopher Ruddy, CEO of Newsmax Media, joins Christiane Amanpour to discuss the White House barring a key witness from testifying in the impeachment injury. Danylo Lubkivsky, former Ukrainian Deputy Foreign Minister, weighs in on Ukraine's part in the current U.S. political crisis. Peter Galbraith, former U.S. Ambassador, explains the dangers of President Trump's decision to remove U.S. troops from Northern Syria. Our Hari Sreenivasan sits down with Christopher Wylie, former Cambridge Analytica Employee and whistleblower, to discuss his new book that reflects on the Facebook data mining scandal he exposed in 2018.

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Amanpour: Leon Panetta, Jack Harries, Farhana Yamin and Dr. Nadine Burke Harris

Mon, 07 Oct 2019 19:24:39 -0000

Leon Panetta, former U.S. Defense Secretary, joins Christiane Amanpour to discuss the impact of a second whistleblower coming forward in the impeachment inquiry against President Trump. Jack Harries, Extinction Rebellion activist, and Farhana Yamin, fellow Extinction Rebellion activist and lawyer, explain the necessity of civil disobedience in the climate change movement. Our Michel Martin sits down with Dr. Nadine Burke Harris, pediatrician and the first and current Surgeon General of California, to discuss her new book "The Deepest Well: Healing the Long-Term Effects of Childhood Adversity."

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Amanpour: Bob Iger and Martin Kemp

Mon, 30 Sep 2019 22:00:00 -0000

Bob Iger, the CEO and Chairman of the Walt Disney Company, sits down with Christiane Amanpour in New York for a frank conversation about his career and his new book, "The Ride of a Lifetime: Lessons Learned from 15 Years as CEO of the Walt Disney Company." Martin Kemp, Emeritus Research Professor in the History of Art at Oxford University and the author of "Leonardo by Leonardo," talks to our Walter Isaacson about 500th anniversary of Leonardo da Vinci's death.

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Amanpour: Imran Khan, Ta-Nehisi Coates and London Breed

Mon, 30 Sep 2019 10:42:52 -0000

Pakistan's Prime Minister Imran Khan joins Christiane Amanpour in New York to discuss his warnings of potential nuclear war in Kashmir. Then, essayist and author Ta-Nehisi Coates talks about his new book 'The Water Dancer' which uses magical realism to examine the painful legacy of slavery. Our Michel Martin sits down with San Francisco Mayor London Breed to talk about her time in office.

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Amanpour: Antony Blinken, John McLaughlin, Declan Walsh and Mona Eltahawy

Thu, 26 Sep 2019 19:52:40 -0000

Antony Blinken, the former Deputy U.S. National Security Adviser, joins Christiane Amanpour to discuss the Acting Director of National Intelligence Joseph Maguire's testimony before the House Intelligence Committee. John McLaughlin, the former CIA Deputy Director, talks about the whistleblower complaint at the heart of the impeachment investigation. Declan Walsh, the New York Times Cairo Bureau Chief, discusses facing arrest for reporting in Cairo and the threat to journalism today. Our Michel Martin talks to Mona Eltahawy, the feminist Egyptian-American journalist, about her new book, "The Seven Necessary Sins for Women and Girls."

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Amanpour: Barbara Boxer, Elie Honig, Dara Khosrowshahi and Orlando von Einsiedel

Wed, 25 Sep 2019 19:14:07 -0000

Barbara Boxer, the former Democratic Senator from California, and Elie Honig, a former federal and state prosecutor, join Christiane Amanpour to discuss House Speaker Nancy Pelosi launching impeachment proceedings and the phone call between President Trump and Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky. Dara Khosrowshahi, the CEO of Uber, talks about the criticism his company has attracted and the company's future. Our Hari Sreenivasan talks to Director Orlando von Einsiedel about his new Netflix documentary, "Evelyn," that deals with the suicide of his brother.

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Amanpour: Gérard Araud, Jane Harman, Al Gore and Kevin Sneader

Tue, 24 Sep 2019 18:53:40 -0000

Gérard Araud, the former French Ambassador to the U.S. and the UN, and Jane Harman, the President and CEO of the Wilson Center, join Christiane Amanpour in New York to discuss President Trump's speech at the UN General Assembly, the constitutional crisis Boris Johnson faces at home and House Speaker Pelosi starting the impeachment process. Al Gore, the former U.S. Vice President, discusses the UN climate summit and the action world leaders now need to take to stop the crisis. Our Walter Isaacson talks to Kevin Sneader, the Global Managing Partner at the consulting firm McKinsey & Company, about the company's involvement with the opioid epidemic.

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Amanpour: Mohammad Javad Zarif, Brian Hook and Naomi Klein

Mon, 23 Sep 2019 18:54:48 -0000

Mohammad Javad Zarif, the Iranian Foreign Minister, joins Christiane Amanpour in New York to discuss the tensions between Iran and the U.S. Brian Hook, the U.S. Special Envoy for Iran, talks about America's hardline policy toward the country. Our Hari Sreenivasan talks to Naomi Klein about legislation that would overhaul the U.S. economy and her new book, "On Fire: The (Burning) Case for a Green New Deal."

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Amanpour: Jonathan Safran Foer, Marianne Williamson and Julian Fellowes

Fri, 20 Sep 2019 17:19:26 -0000

Jonathan Safran Foer, the author of "We are the Weather: Saving the Planet Begins at Breakfast" joins Christiane Amanpour to discuss why he's turned his attention to the climate crisis. Our Michel Martin talks to Marianne Williamson, the U.S. Democratic Presidential Candidate, about her campaign. Julian Fellowes, the award-winning Writer & Producer, talks about "Downton Abbey" the movie.

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Amanpour: Ronen Bergman, Dan Meridor, Susan Neiman and Xiuhtezcatl Martinez

Thu, 19 Sep 2019 19:08:31 -0000

Ronen Bergman, the New York Times Magazine staff writer, and Dan Meridor, the former Deputy Israeli Prime Minister join Christiane Amanpour to discuss the Israeli elections. Susan Neiman talks about the rise of the far right and her new book, "Learning from the Germans: Race and the Memory of Evil." Our Hari Sreenivasan talks to Xiuhtezcatl Martinez, the youth director of climate group Earth Guardians, about the global strikes this Friday and growing up protesting climate change.

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Amanpour: Michelle Bachelet, Brad Pitt and Brad Smith

Wed, 18 Sep 2019 17:19:17 -0000

Michelle Bachelet, the UN High Commissioner for Human Rights, joins Christiane Amanpour from Geneva to discuss why the climate crisis is a human rights issue and her upbringing in Chile. Actor Brad Pitt talks about masculinity and vulnerability in his latest film "Ad Astra." Our Hari Sreenivasan talks to Brad Smith, the President and Chief Legal Officer of Microsoft, about regulating big tech and the new book he co-authored, "Tools and Weapons."

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Amanpour: David Miliband, Christy Turlington Burns and Samantha Powers

Tue, 17 Sep 2019 19:15:24 -0000

David Miliband, the President and CEO of the International Rescue Committee, joins Christiane Amanpour to discuss Brexit, Yemen and Syria. Christy Turlington Burns, the model and Founder of Every Mother Counts talks about her recent return to the catwalk, her work addressing the issue of maternal mortality and her film "No Woman No Cry." Our Walter Isaacson talks to Samantha Powers, President Obama's Ambassador to the United Nations about her career and her new memoir "The Education of an Idealist."

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Amanpour: John Kirby, Vali Nasr, Laurie Santos and Ken Burns

Mon, 16 Sep 2019 19:02:10 -0000

John Kirby, the Retired Rear Admiral in the U.S. Navy, and Vali Nasr, the Professor of International Affairs at Johns Hopkins University, join Christiane Amanpour to discuss the attack on Saudi oil fields. Laurie Santos, the host of "The Happiness Lab" talks about her popular class at Yale University that teaches students how to be happy. Our Walter Isaacson talks to Documentary Filmmaker Ken Burns about his latest work, "Country Music."

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Amanpour: Mark McKinnon, David Axelrod, Rev. Irene Monroe and Azadeh Moaveni

Fri, 13 Sep 2019 18:18:51 -0000

Mark McKinnon, the former Campaign Adviser to George W. Bush and John McCain, and David Axelrod, the former Chief Campaign Strategist for Barack Obama, join Christiane Amanpour to discuss the latest Democratic Presidential debate. Our Michel Martin talks to Rev. Irene Monroe, a self described African American-Lesbian-Radical Feminist, about opening up her religious community to LGBTQ issues. Our Arwa Damon reports on the wives, widows and children of ISIS militants in refugee camps across Syria. Azadeh Moaveni talks about what drove these women to ISIS and her new book "Guest House for Young Widows: Among the Women of ISIS."

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Amanpour: Mark Sanford, Lily Tomlin, Jane Wagner and Paul Tough

Thu, 12 Sep 2019 19:35:12 -0000

U.S. Republican presidential candidate Mark Sanford joins Christiane Amanpour to discuss his campaign, and his challenge to U.S. President Trump. Actress Lily Tomlin, and her partner, producer Jane Wagner, talk about their personal and professional partnership, and their new Lincoln Center retrospective, "Two Free Women". Our Michel Martin speaks to author Paul Tough, whose new book "The Years that Matter Most", examines how the university system is still weighted in favor of the wealthy.

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Amanpour: Jodi Kantor, Megan Twohey, Carrie Gracie, Amy Schatz and Taresh Batra

Wed, 11 Sep 2019 19:41:28 -0000

Investigative journalists Jodi Kantor and Megan Twohey join Christiane Amanpour to talk about their Pulitzer prizewinning expose on Hollywood producer Harvey Weinstein and their new book "She Said: Breaking the Sexual Harassment Story That Helped Ignite a Movement". Journalist and author Carrie Gracie tells Christiane about her fight for equal pay and her new book "Equal: A Story of Women, Men and Money". And, marking a sombre anniversary, director Amy Schatz and former Stuyvesant student Taresh Batra talk to our Hari Sreenivasan about new HBO documentary "In the Shadow of the Towers", which reflects on what it was like to be a child on September 11 2001.

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Amanpour: Jim Sciutto, Steve Hall, Waad Al-Kateab, Edward Watts and Sarah M. Broom

Tue, 10 Sep 2019 19:53:42 -0000

Jim Sciutto, author of "The Shadow War", and Steve Hall, former Head of CIA Russia Operations, join Christiane Amanpour to discuss U.S. national security, Russia and the recent resignation of U.S. National Security Advisor John Bolton. Film-makers Waad Al-Kateab and Edward Watts join Christiane on set in London to talk about their new documentary "For Sama", which provides a first-hand look at the horror and humanity of life in Aleppo, Syria. Our Walter Isaacson is joined by author Sarah M. Broom, whose latest memoir "The Yellow House" recalls the devastation caused by 2005 Hurricane Katrina, and the struggle to rebuild.

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Amanpour: Sediq Sediqqi, Saad Mohseni, Camilla Cavendish and Daniel R. Day

Mon, 09 Sep 2019 19:31:08 -0000

Christiane Amanpour speaks to Sediq Sediqqi, Afghan Presidential Spokesperson, and Saad Mohseni, Chair & CEO of Moby Group, about the recent developments in U.S.-Taliban negotiations. Camilla Cavendish, former Director of Policy for David Cameron, joins Christiane on set in London to discuss Brexit and British Prime Minister Boris Johnson's suspension of Parliament. Our Hari Sreenivasan talks with Daniel R. Day, author of "Dapper Dan: Made in Harlem", about his origins and his new partnership with Gucci.

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Amanpour: John Browne, Angelique Kidjo and Marc Brackett

Fri, 06 Sep 2019 18:51:07 -0000

John Browne, former CEO of BP, joins Christiane Amanpour in New York to discuss the oil industry and climate change. Singer Angelique Kidjo talks about her childhood in Benin and her new album "Celia". Our Michel Martin is joined by Marc Brackett, Director of the Yale Center for Emotional Intelligence, who explains why children should be taught to recognize emotions.

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Amanpour: Cory Booker, Alistair Burt, Yascha Mounk and Linda Villarosa

Thu, 05 Sep 2019 17:38:37 -0000

U.S. Presidential candidate Cory Booker joins Christiane Amanpour in New York to talk climate, his childhood and the 2020 presidential race. Former Conservative Party MP Alistair Burt discusses the recent Brexit developments and Yascha Mounk, Associate Professor at Johns Hopkins University, reflects on their wider implications for British democracy. Our Walter Isaacson is joined by Linda Villarosa, Contributing Writer at the New York Times Magazine, to talk about the Times' 1619 Project.

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Amanpour: Beto O'Rourke, Ernesto Araújo and George Takei

Wed, 04 Sep 2019 19:15:22 -0000

U.S. Democratic Presidential Candidate Beto O'Rourke joins Christiane Amanpour in New York to discuss his campaign, gun control and the climate crisis. Ernesto Araújo, the Brazilian Foreign Minister, talks about the fires threatening the Amazon rainforest. Our Hari Sreenivasan talks to George Takei about his childhood internment and his new memoir "They Called Us Enemy".

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Amanpour: Jim Mattis, John Redwood, Margaret MacMillan and Salman Rushdie

Tue, 03 Sep 2019 19:26:25 -0000

Jim Mattis, the Former U.S. Defense Secretary, joins Christiane Amanpour in New York to discuss leadership, the Trump administration and his new book "Call Sign Chaos: Learning to Lead." John Redwood, the British Conservative MP, talks about British Prime Minister Boris Johnson suspending Parliament in the midst of the ongoing Brexit negotiations. Margaret MacMillan, History Professor Emeritus at Oxford University, discusses the wider impact of this move. Renowned author Salman Rushdie talks to our Walter Isaacson about his decade in hiding and his latest Booker prize-nominated novel "Quichotte."

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Amanpour: Helen Prejean, Rob Schenck and Crawford Allan

Fri, 16 Aug 2019 23:00:00 -0000

Sister Helen Prejean, author of "River of Fire", talks about providing dignity to death row inmates in their last moments. Her religiosity and kindness inspired the Oscar winning film "Dead Man Walking". Our Michel Martin sits down with Reverend Rob Schenck, evangelical minister and author of "My Words Led to Violence. Now Trump's Are Too". Schenck was a prominent figure in an aggressive anti-abortion movement, whose words led to the fatal shooting of a doctor; after years of soul searching, he warns of the very real dangers of hate-filled rhetoric. Crawford Allan, senior director at WWF and TRAFFIC Wildlife Crime Initiative, explains the illegal cheetah trade and why their numbers are dwindling in the wild.

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Amanpour: Scott Jennings, Jaafar Abdul Karim, Sarfraz Manzoor and Gurinder Chadha

Thu, 15 Aug 2019 19:04:00 -0000

Scott Jennings, former senior adviser to Mitch McConnell, joins Christiane Amanpour to discuss how to tackle gun safety in the Senate. Jaafar Abdul Karim, German TV host of "JaafarTalk", talks about conquering prejudice in Europe and the Middle East. Our Hari Sreenivasan sits down with Sarfraz Manzoor, author of "Greetings From Bury Park", and Gurinder Chadha, acclaimed director of "Bend It Like Beckham" and "Blinded by the Light". They reflect on teaming up to make "Blinded by the Light", a film based on Manzoor's memoir, all about being a Pakistani growing up in 80's London.

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Amanpour: Cesar Vargas, Steven Bognar, Julia Reichert and Danny Meyer

Wed, 14 Aug 2019 18:56:47 -0000

Cesar Vargas, the first person admitted to the New York State Bar who was previously and undocumented immigrant, joins Christiane Amanpour to discuss how and why it's going to become even harder to apply for a green card very soon. Steven Bognar and Julia Reichert, the co-directors of "American Factory", talk about their new Netflix documentary that takes you inside the Chinese Fuyao glass plant in Dayton Ohio. It highlights the cultural and workplace differences between Chinese and American workers. Our Walter Isaacson sits down with Danny Meyer, CEO and founder of Union Square Hospitality Group, to talk about his career in the restaurant business and why he aims to eradicate tipping.

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Amanpour: Lewis Lukens, Caleb Cain, Kevin Roose, Perri Peltz and Matthew O'Neill

Tue, 13 Aug 2019 18:45:17 -0000

Lewis Lukens, fomer Acting Ambassador to the U.K., joins Christiane Amanpour to discuss the potential costs of a U.K.-U.S. trade deal post-Brexit. Our Hari Sreenivasan sits down with Caleb Cain, who was radicalized by alt-right videos, and Kevin Roose, New York Times tech Columnist. They unpack the ways in which we can embrace and reject extremism both online and in real life. Perri Peltz and Matthew O'Neill, co-directors and co-producers of "Alternate Endings", explain why we need to be more open about talking about death.

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Amanpour: Joshua Wong, Tom Malinowski, McKay Coppins and Casey Gerald

Mon, 12 Aug 2019 18:56:05 -0000

Joshua Wong, one of Hong Kong's key pro-democracy leaders, joins Christiane Amanpour to explain why protests have endured for a 10th consecutive week. Tom Malinowski, Democratic congressman and former Assistant Secretary of State for Human Rights under Obama, weighs in on the situation in Hong Kong as well as other human rights issues around the world. McKay Coppins, staff writer at The Atlantic, discusses the conspiracy theories surrounding billionaire sex offender Jeffrey Epstein's suicide. Our Michel Martin sits down with Casey Gerald, author of "The Black Art of Escape", to reflect on a dark anniversary for African-Americans - 400 years since the first slaves arrived on U.S. shores.

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Amanpour: Robert P. Jones, Joseph Cedar, Tawfik Abu-Wael and Jia Tolentino

Fri, 09 Aug 2019 23:00:00 -0000

Robert P. Jones, CEO and founder of Public Religion Research Institute, joins Christiane Amanpour to talk about the changing demographics in the U.S. and how this will impact elections in years to come. Joseph Cedar and Tawfik Abu-Wael, the co-directors of new HBO series "Our Boys", discuss working together to portray the events that led to the 50-day war in Gaza. Our Alicia Menendez sits down with Jia Tolentino, staff writer at The New Yorker, to discuss her new book "Trick Mirror: Reflections on Self-Delusion" and how social media distorts our reality.

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Amanpour: Michael Mann, Maleeha Lodhi, Geena Davis and Tom Donahue

Thu, 08 Aug 2019 19:15:03 -0000

Michael Mann, professor of atmospheric science at Penn State University, explains how and why our dietary and agricultural practices need to be seriously reformed if we are to end the current climate crisis. Maleeha Lodhi, Pakistani ambassador to the United Nations, talks about the escalating crisis between Pakistan and India. Our Hari Sreenivasan sits down with Geena Davis, Oscar-winning actress and executive producer of "This Changes Everything", and Tom Donahue, director of "This Changes Everything. They discuss how we need more women on screen.

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Amanpour: Karen Bass, Jeff Sharlet, Jesse Moss and Nanfu Wang

Wed, 07 Aug 2019 19:08:08 -0000

Karen Bass, chairman of the congressional black caucus, joins Christiane Amanpour to reflect on the legacy of slavery and present-day racial divisions in the U.S. This after a shocking picture of two police officers on horseback leading a handcuffed black man by a rope goes viral and President Trump makes his way to the sight of the El Paso shooting, which killed 22 people. Jeff Sharlet, author of "The Family", discusses the secretive evangelical network that wields considerable power in Washington and beyond. Jesse Moss, director of "The Family", explains his Netflix adaptation of Sharlet's book. Our Hari Sreenivasan sits down with Nanfu Wang, the co-director and producer of "One Child Nation", to talk about the history of China's controversial one child policy.

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Amanpour: Peter Neumann, Ernest Moniz, Walter Isaacson, Peter Pomerantsev and Siddhartha Mukherjee

Tue, 06 Aug 2019 19:26:58 -0000

Peter Neumann, author of "Bluster: Donald Trump's War on Terror", joins Christiane Amanpour to discuss the definition of domestic terrorism following the tragedies in El Paso and Dayton over the weekend. Peter Pomerantsev, journalist and author of "This is not Propaganda", talks about the age of disinformation and fake news and the tools we need to combat it. Ernest Moniz, former U.S. energy secretary and nuclear physicist, explores the threat of nuclear weapons, as tensions rise between India and Pakistan. He also discusses the U.S. pulling out of the Iran Nuclear deal that he helped engineer. Our Walter Isaacson sits down with Dr. Siddhartha Mukherjee, oncologist and author, to dissect the ethical implications of a pioneering cancer treatment.

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Amanpour: Kellyanne Conway, Daniel Benjamin, William Barber and Danah Boyd

Mon, 05 Aug 2019 19:09:48 -0000

Kellyanne Conway, counselor to President Donald Trump, joins Christiane Amanpour to defend Trump's rhetoric that many blame for stirring up white nationalism and hatred in the U.S., leading to mass shootings like the one in El Paso, Texas over the weekend. Daniel Benjamin, former coordinator for counter-terrorism under President Obama, and Reverend William Barber, a Protestant minister and political activist, discuss the many factors that need to be combated in order to tackle gun violence; both legislative and moral. Our Hari Sreenivasan sits down with Danah Boyd, the founder and President of "Data & Society" and social media scholar, to talk about how some use digital media to spread lies and hate.

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Amanpour: Robert Blecker, Ruth Friedman, Gideon Raff, Daniel and Nikole Hannah-Jones

Fri, 02 Aug 2019 23:00:00 -0000

Robert Blecker, Professor at New York Law School and Ruth Friedman, an Attorney representing a man scheduled for execution, join Christiane Amanpour to debate the Trump administration's decision to reinstate the federal death penalty. Gideon Raff, the Director of "The Red Sea Diving Resort" and Daniel, a Mossad agent involved in "Operation Brothers" talk about the real life story behind the gripping film. Our Walter Isaacson talks to New York Times Magazine journalist Nikole Hannah-Jones about how segregation and racial injustice still impact the American education system.

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Will Jawando, Mark McKinnon, Ali Vaez, Elif Shafak, Kristen Arnett

Thu, 01 Aug 2019 18:57:03 -0000

Former Obama White House official Will Jawando, and Creator and host, "The Circus" Mark McKinnon break down the democratic debates with Christiane Amanpour. Iran project director of the International Crisis Group, Ali Vaez reacts the Trump administration's latest sanctions on Iran. Turkish-British author Elif Shafak talks about telling Turkey's truth in a state of authoritarianism. Kristen Arnett speaks to our Alicia Menendez about her new book "Mostly Dead Things".

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Andy Slavitt, Sarah Kliff, Minxin Pei, Kwame Onwuachi

Wed, 31 Jul 2019 18:57:05 -0000

With health care at the center of the Democrats' bid to unseat President Trump, Christiane Amanpour speaks to Andy Slavitt; Former Acting Administrator for Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services, and Sarah Kliff; New York Times Investigative Reporter. Then, Professor of Government Minxin Pei unpicks the latest US-China trade talks. Hari Sreenivasan speaks with chef Kwame Onwuachi about his new book "Notes From a Young Black Chef".

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Chris Murphy, Sam Bahour, David Friedman, Farai Chideya

Tue, 30 Jul 2019 19:01:35 -0000

As the Democrats hopefuls take to the stage for the second round of debates, Senator Chris Murphy speaks to Christiane Amanpour about the key issue of gun control. Then, Palestinian-American businessman Sam Bahour and U.S. Ambassador to Israel David Friedman dig into Jared Kushner's Middle East peace plan. Our Michel Martin speaks to journalist Farai Chideya about her journey to motherhood.

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Peter Navarro, Husain Haqqani, Julia Loffe, Jehane Noujaim, Karim Amer

Mon, 29 Jul 2019 19:08:02 -0000

President Trump's senior adviser Peter Navarro speaks to Christiane Amanpour about the game plan for US-China trade talks. Then from Russia to Afghanistan, foreign policy experts Husain Haqqani and Julia Loffe dive into the worrying weekend developments. Hari Sreenivasan speaks with the directors of the new tech documentary "The Great Hack".

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Amanpour: Jack Straw, Jamie Bell, Daryle Lamont Jenkins and Matt Murray

Fri, 26 Jul 2019 23:00:00 -0000

Jack Straw, former British Foreign Secretary and author of "The English Job", joins Christiane Amanpour to discuss rising tensions between Iran and the West, as well as Boris Johnson's new appointment as Prime Minister. Then, Christiane speaks with Jamie Bell and activist Daryle Lamont Jenkins about the new film "Skin." Bell plays a white nationalist who renounces his former life. Lamont Jenkins is portrayed in the film; he is an activist who helped the real-life Nazi portrayed by Bell leave his former life behind. Our Walter Isaacson sits down with Matt Murray, the editor-in-chief of The Wall Street Journal, to reflect on 130 years of the journal in print and the challenges facing journalists today.

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Amanpour: Eduardo Bhatia, Margaret MacMillan, Sarah Lyall and Elliot Ackerman

Thu, 25 Jul 2019 18:54:50 -0000

Eduardo Bhatia, Puerto Rico's Senate minority leader, joins Christiane Amanpour to discuss the corruption and scandal that drove out Puerto Rico's Governor. Margaret MacMillan, historian and professor emeritus at Oxford University, and Sarah Lyall, journalist and Boris expert at The New York Times, talk about Boris Johnson's possible next steps as Prime Minister. Our Walter Isaacson sits down with Elliot Ackerman, former U.S. marine. to tell some wartime truths.

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Amanpour: Jim Baker, Susan Glasser, Mark Mazzetti and Richard Clarke

Wed, 24 Jul 2019 22:51:30 -0000

As Robert Mueller, the former Special Counsel, gives testimony in Congress about Trump and collusion with Russia, Jim Baker, the former FBI General Counsel joins Christiane Amanpour to discuss what was said and what happens next. Susan Glasser, staff writer at The New Yorker, and Mark Mazzetti, the Washington investigative correspondent at The New York Times, dissect Mueller's testimony. Our Hari Sreenivasen sits down with Richard Clarke, who served as the national coordinator for security and counter-terrorism in both the Clinton and George W. Bush administrations, to talk protecting yourself online in an age of cyber warfare.

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Amanpour: Michael Fallon, Mairead McGuinness, Pat Toomey, Claire Stapleton and Meredith Whittaker

Tue, 23 Jul 2019 21:17:44 -0000

Michael Fallon, U.K. Conservative MP and former U.K. Secretary of State for Defense, joins Christiane Amanpour to discuss the next British Prime Minister; Boris Johnson. Mairead McGuinness, Irish Member of the European Parliament and first Vice-President of the European Parliament, weighs in on Johnson's new-found leadership, his next steps and the U.K.'s exit from the European Union. Pat Toomey, U.S. Senate Republican, talks about the future of the special U.S.-U.K. relationship. Claire Stapleton and Meredith Whittaker, two organizers of the Google Walkout For Real Change, unpack the allegations of sexual harassment, gender inequality and racism which sparked walkout of twenty-thousand Google employees last year and why they won't be silenced.

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Amanpour: Gordon Brown, Chris Arnade and Tim Samuels

Mon, 22 Jul 2019 18:54:25 -0000

Gordon Brown, former British Prime Minister, joins Christiane Amanpour to examine the Conservative leadership contest between Boris Johnson and Jeremy Hunt, the future of the U.K. and Brexit. Our Michel Martin sits down with Chris Arnade, author of "Dignity", to discuss quitting his job on Wall Street in order to document the lives of "back row America". Tim Samuels, award-winning author and filmmaker, talks about his new book "Future Man", the need for a male reckoning and an end to toxic masculinity once and for all.

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Amanpour: Michael Collins, Charles Fishman and Kati Marton

Fri, 19 Jul 2019 18:27:06 -0000

Apollo 11 astronaut Michael Collins reflects on the historic mission which saw Neil Armstrong and Buzz Aldrin become the first humans to walk on the moon. Then, Charles Fishman tells Christiane Amanpour about the hundreds of thousands of Americans that made the Apollo 11 mission possible, which he details in his book "One Giant Leap". Finally, author and journalist Kati Marton tells our Walter Isaacson about her journey from communist Hungary to America, and the legacy of her late husband, the legendary diplomat Richard Holbrooke.

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Amanpour: Yair Lapid, Dina Nayeri and Amanda Little

Thu, 18 Jul 2019 19:41:48 -0000

Former Israeli Finance Minister Yair Lapid joins Christiane Amanpour from Tel Aviv to discuss September's general election rerun. Then, Dina Nayeri, author of "The Ungrateful Refugee", details her experiences growing up as a refugee in Oklahoma. Finally, Amanda Little, Professor of Investigative Journalism at Vanderbilt University, tells our Hari Sreenivasan about her new book "The Fate of Food".

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Amanpour: Kori Schake, Alistair Burt, David Crosby and Jamil Jivani

Wed, 17 Jul 2019 21:14:26 -0000

Former UK minister for the Middle East Alistair Burt and Deputy Director-General of the International Institute for Strategic Studies join Christiane Amanpour in London to discuss U.S.-Iran tensions. Then, Rock and Roll Hall of Fame musician David Crosby reflects on his life and legacy. Finally, Jamil Jivani, author of "Why Young Men", tells our Michel Martin about how he escaped the prospect of a life of crime and gang violence to study at Yale Law School.

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Amanpour: Kris Kobach, Cecillia Wang, Steven M. Gillon, Carole Radziwill and Rujeko Hockley

Tue, 16 Jul 2019 18:53:01 -0000

U.S. Republican Senate Candidate from Kansas Kris Kobach discusses the fallout from a series of racist tweets by President Trump attacking Democratic congresswomen. Then, ACLU Deputy Legal Director Cecillia Wang talks about her efforts to block Kobach-inspired legislation. Steven M. Gillon, author of "America's Reluctant Prince", and Carole Radziwill, widow of JFK Jr.'s best friend, celebrates JFK Jr.'s life and legacy 20 years after his death. Finally, Rujeko Hockley, co-curator of the Whitney Art Museum Biennial 2019, tells our Alicia Menendez about the latest exhibition.

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Amanpour: Will Hurd, Isha Sesay and Richard Florida

Mon, 15 Jul 2019 18:38:57 -0000

U.S. House Republican Will Hurd joins Christiane Amanpour to discuss a series of racist tweets by President Trump attacking Democratic congresswomen Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez, Ilhan Omar, Rashida Tlaib, and Ayanna Pressley. Then, former CNN correspondent Isha Sesay discusses her new book Beneath the Tamarind Tree about the search for the Chibok schoolgirls in Nigeria and the failed #BringBackOurGirls campaign. Finally, urban studies theorist Richard Florida tells our Walter Isaacson about the divide between the city and suburbia in America.

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Amanpour: Malcolm Gladwell, Nick Broomfield and David McCullough

Fri, 28 Jun 2019 23:00:00 -0000

Malcolm Gladwell, host of the "Revisionist History" podcast and one of the leading thinkers in the world today, joins Christiane Amanpour to talk inequality in education and the fallibility of memory. Nick Broomfield, director of "Marianne & Leonard", opens up about his film-making and the complicated relationship between acclaimed singer-songwriter Leonard Cohen and his muse Marianne Ihlen. Our Walter Isaacson sits down with David McCullough, the historian and author, to discuss his new book "The Pioneers: The Heroic Story of the Settlers Who Brought the American Ideal West".

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Barbara Boxer, Van Jones, Michelle Akers and Jackie Sibblies Drury

Thu, 27 Jun 2019 20:04:38 -0000

Barbara Boxer, former Democratic Senator for California, and Van Jones, Host of CNN's "The Van Jones Show", join Christiane Amanpour to discuss two landmark rulings in the U.S. Supreme Court - one on gerrymandering and the other on next year's census. Michelle Akers, the award-winning former U.S. soccer player, reflects on her career and rejoices in the attention women's soccer is finally getting, which has come to a height during to this year's FIFA Women's World Cup. Our Alicia Menendez sits down with Jackie Sibblies Drury, the Pulitzer prize-winning playwright, to talk about her new work "Fairview" and the topics of family and racism that it grapples with.

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Amanpour: Veronica Escobar, Ekrem İmamoğlu, Kori Schake, Gita Gopinath

Wed, 26 Jun 2019 19:06:02 -0000

Veronica Escobar, Texas Congresswoman, joins Christiane Amanpour to discuss the humanitarian crisis at America's Southern border. Ekrem İmamoğlu, the Mayor-elect of Istanbul, speaks to us about snatching victory from President Erdogan. Kori Schake, deputy director at the International Institute for Strategic Studies, analyses what İmamoğlu's win means for the future of Turkey and the rest of the world. Our Walter Isaacson sits down with Gita Gopinath the first female chief economist of the International Monetary Fund, to unpack the state of the global economy.

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Amanpour: Barham Salih, Warren Binford and Frank Langfitt

Tue, 25 Jun 2019 19:02:55 -0000

Barham Salih, the Iraqi President, sits down with Christiane Amanpour to discuss rebuilding Iraq after sanctions, the 2003 invasion and the devastation of ISIS. Warren Binford, professor of law at Willamette University, gives her take on the controversial child detention centers on the U.S-Mexico border. Our Hari Sreenivasan talks to Frank Langfitt, author of "The Shanghai Free Taxi", about moving to China and creating a free taxi service powered by the exchange of conversations instead of money.

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Amanpour: Mohammad Shtayyeh, Bryan Stevenson and Marin Alsop

Mon, 24 Jun 2019 20:27:41 -0000

Mohammad Shtayyeh, the Palestinian Prime Minister, joins Christiane Amanpour for an exclusive interview to discuss the White House's Middle East peace plan. Bryan Stevenson, civil rights lawyer, speaks about how America needs to remember and atone for its history of racial inequality, which he explores in new HBO documentary "True Justice". Our Alicia Menendez sits down with Marin Alsop, the first woman to lead a major American orchestra, to reflect on her life as a pioneering conductor.

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Amanpour: Ash Carter, Mavis Staples, Frank Rich

Fri, 21 Jun 2019 23:00:00 -0000

Ash Carter, former U.S. Defense Secretary and author of "Inside the Five-Sided Box", joins Christiane Amanpour to discuss working under President Obama, his opinions on President Trump and rising tensions in Iran. Mavis Staples, the seventy-nine year-old gospel and R&B singer who has been performing since she was eight years old explains why she's not stopping anytime soon. Our Walter Isaacson sits down with Frank Rich, New York Magazine writer and executive producer of HBO's "Veep" & "Succession", to discuss weaving fact and fiction into his award-winning shows.

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Amanpour: Adel al-Jubeir, Gérard Araud, Itzhak Perlman and Aisha Nyandoro

Thu, 20 Jun 2019 18:51:16 -0000

Adel al-Jubeir, Saudi Minister of State for Foreign Affairs, sits down with Christiane Amanpour to unpack the disturbing details of Jamal Khashoggi's murder, which have been published in a new United Nations investigative report. Gérard Araud, the former French ambassador to the U.S. and the U.N., discusses where France and Europe stand, as tensions hot up even further between the U.S. and Iran. Itzhak Perlman, the great violinist, talks about passing his passion on and teaching the world to play like him. Our Alicia Menendez speaks to Aisha Nyandoro, the chief executive of "Springboard Opportunities" about helping support vulnerable families.

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Amanpour: Fraser Nelson, Martin Fletcher, Valerie Jarrett and Nicholas Christakis

Wed, 19 Jun 2019 19:09:19 -0000

Fraser Nelson, editor of The Spectator, and Martin Fletcher, former foreign editor of The Times, join Christiane Amanpour to discuss the Tory leadership contest in the UK and front-runner Boris Johnson. Valerie Jarrett, former senior adviser to President Obama, reminisces about her career in politics, her family roots and writing her new book "Finding My Voice". Our Michel Martin sits down with Nicholas Christakis, sociologist and author of "Blueprint", to talk about the ancient origins and modern implications of human nature.

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Amanpour: Rick Scott, Crispin Blunt and Ramy Youssef

Tue, 18 Jun 2019 19:33:59 -0000

Rick Scott, Florida's Republican senator, speaks to Christiane Amanpour as President Donald Trump launches his 2020 election campaign in Scott's very own state - they talk re-election, healthcare and immigration. Crispin Blunt, British Conservative MP, discusses the former President of Egypt Mohammed Morsy's death whilst on trial and what this means for democracy in Egypt. Our Hari Sreenivasan sits down Ramy Youssef, creator and star of "Ramy", to discuss how his new series connects his Egyptian heritage with his American life through the use of comedy.

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Amanpour: Hamid Baeidinejad, Bill Burns, Nathan Law and Tracy K. Smith

Mon, 17 Jun 2019 19:20:27 -0000

Hamid Baeidinejad, Iranian Ambassador to the U.K., joins Christiane Amanpour for an exclusive interview after President Trump accuses Iran of attacking ships in the Gulf. Bill Burns, former U.S. Deputy Secretary of State, gives his take on the escalating tensions between the U.S. and Iran. Nathan Law, former Legislative Councillor and founding chair of Demosisto, talks about why protesters in Hong Kong are refusing to back down until Chief Executive of Hong Kong Carrie Lam resigns. Our Walter Isaacson sits down with Tracy K. Smith, the 22nd Poet Laureate of the United States, to discuss America's troubled racial history, as well as her own family history.

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Amanpour: Matteo Salvini, Sienna Miller, Doris Kearns Goodwin

Fri, 14 Jun 2019 23:00:00 -0000

Matteo Salvini, Italy's Deputy Prime Minister and leader of the populist group Northern League, talks to Christiane Amanpour about the EU, immigration and climate change. Sienna Miller, the British-American actress, opens up about the making of her new film "American Woman" and life in the public eye. Our Walter Isaacson speaks with Pulitzer-prize winning historian Doris Kearns Goodwin.

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Amanpour: Keith Bush, Nina Morrison, Sergio Jaramillo, Yousef Bashir

Thu, 13 Jun 2019 18:57:44 -0000

Keith Bush, who was jailed for 33 years for a crime he didn't commit, joins Christiane Amanpour to discuss his exoneration. Nina Morrison, senior litigation counsel at the Innocence Project, weighs in on Bush's case and the problems with the American judicial system. Sergio Jaramillo, a former lead peace negotiator, talks about the fragility of Colombia's peace deal with FARC rebels. Our Alicia Menendez Sits down with Yousef Bashir, Palestinian-American author, to reflect on Bashir's life growing up in war torn Gaza and his new book "The Words of My Father".

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Amanpour: Emily Lau, Christiaan Triebert, Eliot Higgins and James Carroll

Wed, 12 Jun 2019 19:01:17 -0000

Emily Lau, former Chairperson of the Democratic Party, talks to Christiane Amanpour amidst the unrest and mass protests occurring in Hong Kong in response to the extradition bill. Eliot Higgins, founder of open-source, investigative website Bellingcat, Christiaan Triebert, Bellingcat alumnus and New York Times journalist, discuss their new documentary and the importance of fact checking in the era of fake news. Our Michel Martin sits down with James Carroll, former Catholic priest, to find out why he thinks the Catholic church should abolish the priesthood.

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Amanpour: Angus King, Andy Beshear, Abby Gluck, Rick Atkinson

Tue, 11 Jun 2019 19:52:33 -0000

Senator Angus King of Maine joins Christiane Amanpour to discuss the increasing possibility of a trade war between the U.S. and China and the effect it will have on the Maine lobster industry. Andy Beshear, the Attorney General of Kentucky, and Abby Gluck, Yale law professor, dig into the opioid crisis and the big pharma companies responsible. Our Walter Isaacson sits down with Rick Atkinson, Pulitzer prize winning historian, to get his take on America's revolutionary war.

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Amanpour: Arturo Sarukhan, Nicholas Kulish, Scott Allen and Elaine Welteroth

Mon, 10 Jun 2019 18:32:39 -0000

Arturo Sarukhan, former Mexican Ambassador to the U.S, sits down with Christiane Amanpour to dig into the tariff war between Mexico and Trump. Nicholas Kulish, investigative correspondent for The New York Times, and Dr. Scott Allen, a whistle-blower from the Department of Homeland Security, discuss the controversial U.S. migrant detention facilities and those who are profiting from it. Our Alicia Menendez talks to Elaine Welteroth, former editor-in-chief of teen vogue and author of "More Than Enough", about diversity in media and empowering the next generation.

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Amanpour: Ibrahim Halawa, Maya Foa, John Waters, Kate Hamill

Fri, 07 Jun 2019 23:00:00 -0000

Ibrahim Halawa, former prisoner in Egypt, and Maya Foa, director of human rights organization Reprieve, discuss the mass trials occurring in Egypt under President el-Sisi's government. John Waters, director of "Hairspray", reflects on his career and writing his memoir, "Mr. Know-It-All: The Tarnished Wisdom of a Filth Elder". Our Alicia Menendez sits down with Kate Hamill, actor and playwright, about her adaptation of "Little Women" and the importance of updating the classics.

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Amanpour: Jake Larson, Carlisle Salapare, Antony Beevor, Mark Esper and Christine Ockrent

Thu, 06 Jun 2019 21:13:45 -0000

Jake Larson, a 96 year-old WWII D-Day veteran, and Carlisle Salapare, a 17 year-old high school student, join Christiane Amanpour in Normandy, France to commemorate the 75th anniversary of D-Day. Antony Beevor, military historian, discusses the events of that momentous day. Mark Esper, U.S. Secretary of the Army, talks about instilling the patriotism of WWII veterans in the soldiers of today, as well as the U.S. Army's policy on Transgender service people. Christine Ockrent, journalist and commentator, unpacks the politics behind the pageantry of the day.

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Amanpour: Jamie McCourt, David Morris, Sian Philips and Patton Oswalt

Wed, 05 Jun 2019 18:47:04 -0000

Jamie McCourt, the U.S. Ambassador to France and Monaco, joins Christiane Amanpour to discuss the 75th anniversary of D-Day. David Morris, co-director of "Nureyev", discusses the process of making the film with his sister Jacqui, which portrays Russian ballet dancer Rudolph Nureyev. Dame Sian Phillips, who narrated the film, describes her friendship with the infamous dancer who defected during the cold war. Our Hari Sreenivasan talks to Patton Oswalt, writer, comedian and actor, about how he uses comedy to heal his grief.

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Amanpour: Christopher Ruddy, Vince Cable, Bob Inglis, Katharine Hayhoe and Wyatt Cenac

Tue, 04 Jun 2019 19:18:31 -0000

Christopher Ruddy, President and CEO of Newsmax Media Inc., joins Christiane Amanpour to discuss Brexit, trade talks and his close friend President Donald Trump's U.K. state visit. Vince Cable, Leader of the UK Liberal Democrats explains why he declined to attend the U.K. state banquet. Katharine Hayhoe, atmospheric scientist and Bob Inglis, former Congressman talk about the importance of getting behind climate change policy and listening to the science. Our Michel Martin sits down with Wyatt Cenac, comedian and host of HBO's "Problem Areas" and explains why his latest series is tackling inequality in education.

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Amanpour: Nigel Sheinwald, Ava DuVernay and David Kwong

Mon, 03 Jun 2019 19:02:55 -0000

Sir Nigel Sheinwald, the former U.K. Ambassador to the United States and the European Union, joins Christiane Amanpour to discuss U.K.-U.S. relations as President Donald Trump lands in London for his U.K. state visit. Ava DuVernay, Creator, Co-writer & Director, of "When They See Us", discusses her fictionalization of the 1989 Central Park five case where five black and Latino boys were wrongly imprisoned for the rape of a white woman. Our Walter Isaacson talks to David Kwong, the New York Times crossword developer and magician, about his sold-out show "The Enigmatist", as well as performing some magic tricks.

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Amanpour: Robert Caro, Ayelet Gundar-Goshen and Emilio Estevez

Fri, 31 May 2019 23:00:00 -0000

In this episode we take a look back at some of our favourite interviews this year. Renowned biographer Robert Caro joins Christiane Amanpour in New York to discuss his career and his latest book "Working". Israeli author and psychologist Ayelet Gundar-Goshen discusses the power of propaganda and the recent election in Israel. Our Alicia Menendez talks to actor and director Emilio Estevez about his latest film, "The Public."

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Amanpour: Mahamed Hashi, Mikey Davis, Laurie Halse Anderson and Matthew Walker

Thu, 30 May 2019 23:00:00 -0000

In this episode we take a look back at some of our favourite interviews this year. Mahamed Hashi, the Co-founder of the Brixton Soup Kitchen and Mikey Davis, a Program Specialist at Cure Violence in Chicago join Christiane Amanpour to discuss knife crime in the U.K and the U.S. Our Alicia Menendez talks to author Laurie Halse Anderson about her experiences of sexual assault and her book, "Shout". Sleep expert Matthew Walker discusses why sleep deprivation is such a big health risk.

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Amanpour: Hilde Schramm, Deborah Lipstadt and Greta Thunberg

Wed, 29 May 2019 23:00:00 -0000

In this episode we take a look back at some of our favourite interviews this year. Hilde Schramm, the daughter of Nazi architect Albert Speer, discusses her foundation and how she came to terms with her father's involvement with Hitler. Our Walter Isaacson talks to author Deborah Lipstadt about her book, "Antisemitism: Here and Now" , and fighting hatred in the U.S. Climate activist Greta Thunberg discusses how she first took an interest in global warming.

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Amanpour: Angela Merkel, Ron Howard and Stacey Cunningham

Tue, 28 May 2019 20:25:31 -0000

Angela Merkel, the German Chancellor, joins Christiane Amanpour in Berlin for her first ever in-depth interview with an American television network to discuss the European elections and the end of her Chancellorship. Ron Howard, the director of "Pavarotti" talks about the larger than life opera star. Our Hari Sreenivasan talks to Stacey Cunningham about being the first female President of the New York Stock Exchange.

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Amanpour: Ted Deutch, David Blight and Mark Bertolini

Mon, 27 May 2019 23:00:00 -0000

Ted Deutch, the Democratic congressman from Florida, joins Christiane Amanpour to discuss his bipartisan approach to climate change. David Blight, the Pulitzer prize-winning author of "The Life and Times of Frederick Douglass" talks about the legacy of the abolitionist icon. Our Hari Sreenivasan talks to Mark Bertolini, the former CEO of Aetna, about the state of healthcare in America.

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Fraser Nelson, Carl Bildt, Andrew Yang, David Miliband

Fri, 24 May 2019 18:38:58 -0000

Former Swedish Prime Minister, Carl Bildt and Editor of The Spectator, Fraser Nelson speak to Christiane Amanpour about the British Prime Minister, Theresa May's resignation. U.S. Presidential Candidate Andrew Yang talks Hari Sreenivasan through the "nerdiest" 2020 campaign. David Miliband takes us to the Democratic Republic of Congo, where Ebola is devastating communities.

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Amanpour: E.J. Dionne, Norman Ornstein, John Bachmann and Eric Liu

Thu, 23 May 2019 19:15:04 -0000

E.J. Dionne, a columnist at the Washington Post, and Norman Ornstein, a scholar at the American Enterprise Institute join Christiane Amanpour from Washington D.C. to discuss dysfunction in the White House as President Trump refuses to work with Congress. John Bachmann, the former EPA Associate Director for Science/ Policy, talks about the impact of rolling back Obama era environmental protection laws. Our Michel Martin talks to Eric Liu, the author of "Become America" about why he wants to increase civic engagement.

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Kori Schake, Karin Von Hippel, Mark Hannah, Susan Dynarski, Ruth Reichl

Wed, 22 May 2019 18:23:30 -0000

In a foreign policy panel, experts Kori Schake, Karin Von Hippel and Mark Hannah speak to Christiane Amanpour about the Trump administrations efforts to "tame rogue nations". Professor of Public Policy at the University of Michigan, Susan Dynarski breaks down the US college debt system, explaining why Americans should look to Australia and the UK's higher education loan models. Walter Isaacson speaks to awarded food critic Ruth Reichl about her latest memoir "Save Me The Plums".

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Amanpour: David Petraeus, José Andrés and Suketu Mehta

Tue, 21 May 2019 18:38:06 -0000

Former Commanding General of the Multi-National Force in Iraq David Petraeus joins Christiane Amanpour to discuss the escalating tensions between Iran and the United States. Then, Michelin Star Chef José Andrés explains why Americans need to eat more vegetables to help stop climate change. Finally, Suketu Mehta tells our Hari Sreenivasan about why the U.S. needs more immigration.

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Amanpour: Jim Baker, Anne Applebaum and Erin Lee Carr

Mon, 20 May 2019 18:53:20 -0000

Former FBI General Counsel Jim Baker joins Christiane Amanpour to discuss how Russia might be preparing to interfere with the 2020 U.S. presidential election. Then, Pulitzer Prize-Winning Historian Anne Applebaum explains how Russian interference might affect the outcome of the European parliament elections. Finally, filmmaker and author Erin Lee Carr tells our Alicia Menendez about her new memoir documenting her relationship with her late father and New York Times journalist David Carr.

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Amanpour: Robin Wright, Hatice Cengiz, Radhika Jones and Rachel Lears

Fri, 17 May 2019 15:55:46 -0000

New Yorker writer Robin Wright joins Christiane Amanpour to discuss the White House's Middle East policy amid escalating tensions with Iran. Then, Jamal Khashoggi's fiancé Hatice Cengiz discusses the investigation into the killing of the murdered journalist. Vanity Fair editor Radhika Jones talks about her first year in charge. Finally, Rachel Lears joins our Hari Sreenivasan to discuss her hit Netflix show "Knock Down the House".

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Amanpour: Jim Sciutto, Gloria Steinem, Dr. David Eisenberg and Raj Kumar

Thu, 16 May 2019 18:59:43 -0000

National security expert Jim Sciutto joins Christiane Amanpour to discuss the relationship between U.S. and China, and rising tensions between Washington and Tehran. Then, women's rights activist Gloria Steinem and planned parenthood expert Dr. David Eisenberg give their thoughts on strict new abortion laws in Alabama. Finally, Raj Kumar tells our Hari Sreenivasan about what works with foreign aid.

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Amanpour: Tom Cotton, Tim Kaine and Common

Wed, 15 May 2019 20:35:28 -0000

Senators Tom Cotton and Tim Kaine join Christiane Amanpour to discuss the rising tensions between Iran and the United States, and a change to abortion laws in the Alabama. Then, Oscar-winning musician Common tells our Alicia Menendez about his struggle to be a better father and his own abuse as a child.

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Amanpour: Jacinda Ardern, Masha Gessen, Kelsey Grammer & Danielle de Niese

Tue, 14 May 2019 18:40:14 -0000

New Zealand Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern joins Christiane Amanpour in Paris to discuss her efforts to lead a global reformation of social media in the wake of the far-right terror attack in Christchurch. New Yorker writer Masha Gessen then talks Trump and Putin with our Michel Martin. Finally, Kelsey Grammer and Danielle de Niese discuss their production of Man of La Mancha.

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Amanpour: Eric Schmidt, Alan Eagle, Glenda Jackson & Phillip Youmans

Mon, 13 May 2019 18:39:22 -0000

Former Google CEO Eric Schmidt and current director Alan Eagle join Christiane Amanpour in London to discuss the future of big tech and how it should be regulated. Actor Glenda Jackson then talks about playing King Lear on Broadway. Finally, 19-year-old film director Phillip Youmans discusses his recent success at Tribeca Film Festival with our Alicia Menendez.

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Amanpour: Waleed Aly, Heidi Schreck and Ben Taub

Fri, 10 May 2019 23:00:00 -0000

Journalist Waleed Aly joins Christiane Amanpour from Melbourne, Australia, to discuss the impact the shootings in Christchurch, New Zealand had on Australian politics. Writer and actor Heidi Schreck talks about her hit Broadway play, "What the Constitution Means to Me." Our Alicia Menendez talks to The New Yorker journalist Ben Taub about his latest work on the realities of life inside Guantanamo Bay.

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Amanpour: George Packer, Andrew Scott, Paul Irving and Kate Pakenham

Thu, 09 May 2019 20:23:24 -0000

George Packer, the author of "Our Man: Richard Holbrooke and the End of the American Century" joins Christiane Amanpour to discuss the life and legacy of the renowned diplomat. Our Hari Sreenivasan talks to Andrew Scott, the Chairman of the Milken Institute Center for the Future of Aging, and Paul Irving, the co-author of "The 100 Year Life" about rethinking employment in America as people live longer. Kate Pakenham, the Producer of "Emilia" discusses why she decided the play should have an all female cast.

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Amanpour: Mitt Romney, Chris Murphy, Bill Weld and Neha Narula

Wed, 08 May 2019 20:25:46 -0000

Republican Senator Mitt Romney and Democratic Senator Chris Murphy join Christiane Amanpour from Washington D.C. to discuss their bipartisan trip to the Middle East and the growing tensions between the U.S. and Iran. Bill Weld, the only Republican challenging President Trump in the 2020 election talks about why he decided to run. Our Hari Sreenivasan talks to Neha Narula, the Director of the Digital Currency Initiative at the MIT Media Lab, about the future of cryptocurrencies.

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Amanpour: Paul Mozur, Jared Diamond and Maddie Corman

Tue, 07 May 2019 19:38:10 -0000

Paul Mozur, a Technology Reporter for The New York Times, discusses China's surveillance system and how it is impacting the country's Muslim minority. Jared Diamond, the Pulitzer Prize-winning author, discusses his latest work "Upheaval: Turning Points for Nations in Crisis" and why some countries deal with crises better than others. Our Michel Martin talks to actress and writer Maddie Corman about the true story behind her one woman play "Accidentally Brave."

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Amanpour: Norman Ornstein, Susan Glasser, Madawi Al-Rasheed and Stanley Nelson

Mon, 06 May 2019 19:36:06 -0000

Norman Ornstein, a Scholar at the American Enterprise Institute, and Susan Glasser, a Staff Writer at the New Yorker, join Christiane Amanpour to discuss the fallout of Attorney General Bill Bar declining to provide Congress with the unredacted Mueller report. Madawi Al-Rasheed, a Professor at the Middle East Center at the London School of Economics talks about the execution of 37 men in Saudi Arabia for "terrorism." Our Walter Isaacson talks to award-winning filmmaker Stanley Nelson about his latest work "Boss: The Black Experience in Business."

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Amanpour: Katrín Jakobsdóttir, Craig Ferguson and Amanda Gorman

Fri, 03 May 2019 23:00:00 -0000

Katrín Jakobsdóttir, the Prime Minister of Iceland, sits down with Christiane Amanpour to discuss climate change, gender equality and her role as Iceland's second ever female Prime Minister. Craig Ferguson, the comedian and author, talks about his life as former host of "The Late Late Show" and his new memoir "Riding the Elephant". Our Alicia Menendez talks to Amanda Gorman, the first ever Youth Poet Laureate, about social justice and poetry.

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Amanpour: Gavin Newsom, John Sopko, WYNTON MARSALIS

Thu, 02 May 2019 19:43:47 -0000

Gavin Newsom, Governor of California, joins Christiane Amanpour to discuss his recent visit to El Salvador and his work to combat climate change. John Sopko, the Special Inspector General reflects on the U.S. war in Afghanistan, peace talks with the Taliban and the future of Afghanistan's women. Our Walter Isaacson sits down with his hero and nine-time Grammy Award winner, Wynton Marsalis, about his love of Jazz and his role as Executive Producer and Composer of new film "Bolden"

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Amanpour: Adam Schiff, Kimberlé Crenshaw, Barbara Boxer and Michael Bennett

Wed, 01 May 2019 19:43:18 -0000

Adam Schiff, Chairman of the House Intelligence Committee, joins Christiane Amanpour to discuss Attorney General, William Barr's, handling of the Mueller report as he testifies on Capitol Hill. Kimberlé Crenshaw, one of the lawyers who represented Anita Hill, and Barbara Boxer, former Democratic Senator, dig into the controversies clouding Joe Biden as he begins his campaign for President. Our Michel Martin talks to N.F.L player Michael Bennett about the highs and lows of his football career.

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Amanpour: Carlos Vecchio, Shannon Watts, Robert Draper and Elizabeth Diller

Tue, 30 Apr 2019 19:29:36 -0000

Carlos Vecchio, the Venezuelan Opposition Leader's US Envoy, joins Christiane Amanpour from Washington D.C. to discuss the rising tensions in Venezuela. Shannon Watts, founder of the campaign group "Moms Demand Actions" and Robert Draper, New York Times Magazine writer, unpack why the NRA's power may be dwindling. Our Hari Sreenivasan talks to Architect Elizabeth Diller about her innovative new project "The Shed."

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Amanpour: Michael German, Yascha Mounk, Varshini Prakash and Alec Baldwin

Mon, 29 Apr 2019 19:03:54 -0000

Michael German, a Fellow at the Brennan Center for Justice, joins Christiane Amanpour to discuss the rise of white nationalism after another attack at an American synagogue. Yascha Mounk, the author of "People vs. Democracy" talks about the result of the Spanish election and the rise of the far-right in Europe. Varshini Prakash, the Co-Founder and Executive Director of the Sunrise Movement, discusses youth-led climate activism and the Green New Deal. Our Walter Isaacson talks to award-winning actor Alec Baldwin about his new film "Framing John DeLorean" and impersonating President Trump on Saturday Night Live.

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Amanpour: Mariana Mazzucato, Sally Wainwright, Suranne Jones, Ray Dalio and John Ochsendorf

Fri, 26 Apr 2019 16:57:12 -0000

Mariana Mazzucato, author of "The Value of Everything" joins Christiane Amanpour in London to discuss the Green New Deal and the need for bold economic initiatives. Sally Wainwright and Suranne Jones talk about their new series, "Gentleman Jack" and the legacy of Anne Lister. Ray Dalio, the Founder of Bridgewater Associates, talks to our Walter Isaacson about the widening wealth gap. John Ochsendorf, Professor of Architecture at MIT, discusses the rebuilding of the Notre-Dame Cathedral.

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Amanpour: Amanda Renteria, Bakari Sellers, Jennifer Eberhardt and Ryan O'Connell

Thu, 25 Apr 2019 19:50:40 -0000

Amanda Renteria, the Chair of Emerge America, and Bakari Sellers, the former South Carolina State House member, join Christiane Amanpour to discuss Joe Biden's bid for the Presidency and the other Democratic candidates in the race. Jennifer Eberhardt, the author of "Biased" discusses how unconscious bias impacts our everyday decision making. Our Alicia Menendez talks to Actor Ryan O'Connell about living with cerebral palsy and his new Netflix series "Special."

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Amanpour: Dimitri Simes, Michelle Lujan Grisham and Jamie Metzl

Wed, 24 Apr 2019 19:16:29 -0000

Dimitri Simes, the President and CEO of the Centre for National Interest, joins Christiane Amanpour from Washington D.C. to discuss his involvement with the Trump campaign and why he's mentioned in the Mueller report. Michelle Lujan Grisham, the Governor of New Mexico, talks about the 2020 Democratic Presidential candidates and issues facing her border state. Our Hari Sreenivasan talks to author Jamie Metzl about his book "Hacking Darwin" and how DNA can be manipulated.

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Amanpour: Alaina Teplitz, Gérard Araud, Tim Blake Nelson and Afroditi Panagiotakou

Tue, 23 Apr 2019 19:17:34 -0000

Alaina Teplitz, the U.S. Ambassador to Sri Lanka joins Christiane Amanpour from the country's capital of Colombo to discuss the latest developments following the Easter Sunday shootings. Gérard Araud, the former French Ambassador to the U.S., talks about working with the Trump Administration. Our Hari Sreenivasan talks to actor and playwright Tim Blake Nelson and Afroditi Panagiotakou, Director of Culture at the Onassis Foundation, about the new play "Socrates."

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Amanpour: Harsha de Silva, Jack Harries, Bill McKibben and Amber Tamblyn

Mon, 22 Apr 2019 19:37:33 -0000

Harsha de Silva, the Sri Lankan Economic Reforms Minister, joins Christiane Amanpour to discuss the devastating attacks on Easter Sunday. Jack Harries, the climate activist and filmmaker talks about the Extinction Rebellion protests in London. Bill McKibben, activist and author discusses his new book "Falter" and the current threats to our species. Our Alicia Menendez talks to Amber Tamblyn, the actress and activist about growing up on screen, her new book "Era of Ignition" and the MeToo movement.

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Amanpour: Simon Coveney, Anita Malik and Ian McEwan

Fri, 19 Apr 2019 16:31:47 -0000

Simon Coveney, Ireland's Deputy Prime Minister, joins Christiane Amanpour in Dublin, Ireland to discuss Brexit and the Good Friday Agreement. Our Michel Martin talks to Anita Malik, the Democratic House Candidate, about her experiences running for Congress in 2018 and why she's running again in 2020. Ian McEwan, the beloved British author of novels like "Atonement" and "Enduring Love" discusses his latest work "Machines Like Us" and the challenges of finding solidarity in the 21st century.

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Amanpour: John Avlon, David Urban, Sean Wilentz and Sal Khan

Thu, 18 Apr 2019 19:24:22 -0000

John Avlon, a Senior Political Analyst, joins Christiane Amanpour to discuss the release of the Mueller report. David Urban, Adviser to President Trump's 2020 campaign, talks about what the report means for the President. Sean Wilentz, the Princeton University History Professor, gives historical context to an investigation like this. Our Walter Isaacson talks to Sal Khan, the Founder and CEO of the Khan Academy, about his goal to provide free education to anyone.

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Amanpour: Dr. Paul Offit, Rob Delaney, Sharon Horgan and Nia DaCosta

Wed, 17 Apr 2019 19:48:03 -0000

Dr. Paul Offit, Professor of Vaccinology at the University of Pennsylvania, joins Christiane Amanpour to discuss the increase in cases of measles this year. Rob Delaney and Sharon Horgan, the co-creators of the hit series "Catastrophe" talk about why relatability is the show's key to success. Our Alicia Menendez talks to first time film director Nia DaCosta about her film "Little Woods" and the issues facing small town America.

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Amanpour: Nancy Pelosi, Simon Schama and Mitchell S. Jackson

Tue, 16 Apr 2019 19:29:22 -0000

In an exclusive interview Speaker Nancy Pelosi sits down with Christiane Amanpour in Dublin, Ireland to discuss the 21st anniversary of the Good Friday Agreement and antisemitism. Simon Schama talks about the fire at the Notre-Dame in Paris and the Cathedral's legacy. Our Alicia Menendez talks to author Mitchell S. Jackson about his book "Survival Math" and his childhood growing up in Portland, Oregon.

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Amanpour: Keith Scholey, Sophie Lanfear, Michael Holmes and Priscilla Chan

Mon, 15 Apr 2019 19:50:22 -0000

Keith Scholey, Series Producer, and Sophie Lanfear, a Director of the new Netflix series "Our Planet" join Christiane Amanpour in London to discuss the documentary and it's call to action. Our Michael Holmes reports as climate group Extinction Rebellion protest in the streets of London. Our Hari Sreenivasan talks to Priscilla Chan, the Co-Founder of the Chan-Zuckerberg Initiative, about education reform.

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Amanpour: Denise Uwimana, Mishal Husain and Dr. Homer Venters

Fri, 12 Apr 2019 22:00:00 -0000

Denise Uwimana, a survivor of the Rwandan genocide and author of the book "From Red Earth" joins Christiane Amanpour in London to discuss the 25th anniversary of the mass slaughter. BBC reporter and presenter Mishal Husain talks about her new book, "The Skills: From First Job to Dream Job" and how she made it to the top. Our Alicia Menendez sits down with Dr Homer Venters, author of "Life and Death in Rikers Island" to talk about his experiences working in one of the country's most violent jails.

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Hamid Baeidinejad, Emily Bazelon, Cindy McCain.

Thu, 11 Apr 2019 19:36:04 -0000

Iranian Ambassador to the UK, Hamid Baeidinejad joins Christiane Amanpour as the Trump administration ramps up its rhetoric against Iran. Legal journalist Emily Bazelon breaks down why mass incarceration in the U.S. is skyrocketing despite violent crime plummeting. Cindy McCain reflects on the legacy of her late husband, Senator John McCain.

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