AFTER WORDS
C-SPAN brings together best-selling nonfiction authors and influential interviewers for wide-ranging, hour- long conversations. Find this podcast every Saturday after 10 pm ET. From C-SPAN, the network that brings you "Lectures in History" and "Q&A" podcasts.
Saturday
Adam Jentleson, "Kill Switch: The Rise of the Modern Senate and the Crippling of American Democracy"
Adam Jentleson, who was deputy chief of staff for former Democratic Sen. Harry Reid (D-NV), argues that the modernization of the Senate is damaging American democracy. He’s interviewed by Wall Street Journal congressional reporter Kristina Peterson.
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Download (Duration: 1h 1m)January 9, 2021
Catherine Flowers, "Waste: One Woman’s Fight Against America’s Dirty Secret"
Catherine Flowers, founder of the Center for Rural Enterprise and Environmental Justice, reflects on her efforts to improve water and sanitation conditions in rural areas across America. She’s interviewed by Grist senior editor Nikhil Swaminathan.
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Download (Duration: 1h 5m)January 2, 2021
John Fabian Witt, "American Contagions: Epidemics and the Law from Smallpox to COVID-19"
This week, a conversation with John Fabian Witt we first brought you on November 15. Law professor John Fabian Witt examined the relationship between law, epidemics, and public health guidelines. He was interviewed by Georgetown University Law Professor and Director of the Institute for National and Global Health Law Lawrence Gostin.
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Download (Duration: 1h 0m)December 26, 2020
Michael Shellenberger, "Apocalypse Never: Why Environmental Alarmism Hurts Us All"
Michael Shellenberger, founder and president of Environmental Progress, offered his thoughts on what he calls “apocalyptic” environmentalism and provided some solutions on how to address environmental issues of today and into the future. He was interviewed by Andrew Revkin, author and Columbia University’s director of the Earth Institute Initiative on Communication and Sustainability. This episode is from earlier this year.
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Download (Duration: 1h 0m)December 19, 2020
Ruth Ben-Ghiat, "Strongmen: Mussolini to the Present"
Historian Ruth Ben-Ghiat examines how authoritarian leaders rule. She’s interviewed by Barnard College and Columbia University professor and author Sheri Berman.
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Download (Duration: 1h 1m)December 12, 2020
Christa Parravani, "Loved and Wanted: A Memoir of Choice, Children, and Womanhood"
West Virginia University professor & writer Christa Parravani discusses how she was denied reproductive choice & healthcare for her children. She’s interviewed by Kaiser Family Foundation Sr. Vice President Alina Salganicoff.
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Download (Duration: 1h 0m)December 5, 2020
Kevin Williamson, "Big White Ghetto: Dead Broke, Stone-Cold Stupid, and High on Rage in the Dank Woolly Wilds of the "Real America"'
National Review correspondent Kevin Williamson recounts the politics & everyday lives of the white American working class from his travels through parts of Appalachia. He’s interviewed by Washington Examiner columnist and CNN contributor Salena Zito.
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Download (Duration: 55m)November 29, 2020
Sally Hubbard, "Monopolies Suck: 7 Ways Big Corporations Rule Your Life and How to Take Back Control"
Open Markets Institute director Sally Hubbard looks at the history of monopolies in American industry and provides her thoughts on how to prevent monopoly power. She’s interviewed by Bloomberg News reporter David McLaughlin.
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Download (Duration: 1h 1m)November 22, 2020
Deborah Stone, "Counting: How We Use Numbers to Decide What Matters"
Political scientist Deborah Stone argues that numbers aren’t objective and explains numerous ways numbers impact our lives daily. She’s interviewed by data scientist and author Cathy O’Neil.
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Download (Duration: 1h 0m)November 15, 2020
John Fabian Witt, "American Contagions: Epidemics and the Law from Smallpox to COVID-19"
Law professor John Fabian Witt examines the relationship between law, epidemics, and public health guidelines. He’s interviewed by Georgetown University law professor and director of the Institute for National & Global Health Law Lawrence Gostin.
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Download (Duration: 59m)November 8, 2020
Carlos Lozada, "What Were We Thinking"
The Washington Post’s Pulitzer Prize-winning book critic Carlos Lozada offers his thoughts on the volume of books written about Donald Trump and his presidency. He’s interviewed by the New York Times Book Review editor Pamela Paul.
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Download (Duration: 1h 1m)November 1, 2020
Gerald Seib, "We Should Have Seen It Coming: From Reagan to Trump--A Front-Row Seat to a Political Revolution"
The Wall Street Journal’s Gerald Seib discusses how the conservative movement has evolved since the Reagan era. He’s interviewed by the Washington Post columnist Karen Tumulty.
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Download (Duration: 1h 2m)October 25, 2020
Reverend Al Sharpton, "Rise Up: Confronting a Country at the Crossroads"
Rev. Al Sharpton, the founder and President of the National Action Network, offers his thoughts on how activism can move America forward. He’s interviewed by Washington Post columnist Jonathan Capehart.
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Download (Duration: 1h 1m)October 18, 2020
Candace Owens, "Blackout"
Political commentator Candace Owens offers her thoughts on why Black Americans should vote Republican. She’s interviewed by Matt Schlapp, chairman of the American Conservative Union.
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Download (Duration: 59m)October 11, 2020
John Brennan, "Undaunted: My Fight Against America's Enemies, At Home and Abroad"
Former CIA director John Brennan speaks about his life and career. He’s interviewed by New York Times national security reporter Julian Barnes.
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Download (Duration: 1h 2m)October 4, 2020
Lou Dobbs, "The Trump Century: How Our President Changed the Course of History Forever"
Fox Business News host Lou Dobbs offers his thoughts on President Trump’s agenda and America’s future. He’s interviewed by Victor Davis Hanson, author and Hoover Institution senior fellow.
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Download (Duration: 1h 0m)September 27, 2020
Peter Strzok, "Compromised: Counterintelligence and the Threat of Donald J. Trump"
Former FBI Deputy Assistant Director of Counterintelligence Peter Strzok details his career & work on the FBI investigation into Russia’s interference in the 2016 election. He’s interviewed by the Adam Goldman of the New York Times.
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Download (Duration: 1h 0m)September 20, 2020
Senator Chris Murphy, "The Violence Inside Us"
Senator Chris Murphy (D-CT) looks at the origins of violence and firearms in America’s history and the role they play in society today. He’s interviewed by Thomas Abt, author and Council on Criminal Justice senior fellow.
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Download (Duration: 58m)September 13, 2020
Sarah Huckabee Sanders, "Speaking for Myself"
Sarah Huckabee Sanders reflects on her life and her time serving as the White House Press Secretary for the Trump administration. She’s interviewed by Bloomberg News White House reporter Jennifer Jacobs.
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Download (Duration: 1h 2m)September 6, 2020
Joel Pollak, "Red November: Will the Country Vote Red for Trump Or Red for Socialism?"
Breitbart News senior editor at large Joel Pollak discusses the 2020 democratic primaries and shares his thoughts on the 2020 election. He’s interviewed by Reason editor at large Matt Welch.
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Download (Duration: 1h 2m)August 30, 2020
Edward Ball, "Life of a Klansman: A Family History in White Supremacy"
Edward Ball looks at white supremacy through the lens of his great-great grandfather, a member of the Ku Klux Klan in Louisiana during the years after the Civil War. He’s interviewed by author & law professor Sheryll Cashin.
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Download (Duration: 59m)August 23, 2020
Debora MacKenzie, "COVID-19: The Pandemic that Never Should Have Happened, and How to Stop the Next One"
Science journalist Debora MacKenzie reports on how COVID-19 became a global pandemic and offers her thoughts on how to prevent future outbreaks. She’s interviewed by Georgetown University Center for Global Health’s Professor Claire Standley.
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Download (Duration: 1h 0m)August 16, 2020
John Yoo, "Defender in Chief: Donald Trump's Fight for Presidential Power"
University of California, Berkeley law professor and former deputy assistant attorney general in the George W. Bush administration John Yoo weighs in on presidential powers and the U.S. Constitution.
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Download (Duration: 59m)August 9, 2020
Zerlina Maxwell, MSNBC political analyst "The End of White Politics: How to Heal Our Liberal Divide"
MSNBC political analyst Zerlina Maxwell offers her thoughts on identity politics and how to create a more inclusive Democratic party. She’s interviewed by Maria Kumar CEO of Voto Latino.
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Download (Duration: 59m)August 1, 2020
Michael Shellenberger, Environmental Progress Founder
Environmental Progress founder Michael Shellenberger offers his thoughts on what he calls “apocalyptic” environmentalism & provides some solutions to address environmental issues of today & into the future. He’s interviewed by Andrew Revkin.
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Download (Duration: 57m)July 26, 2020
Representative Pramila Jayapal (D-WA), "Use the Power You Have: A Brown Woman's Guide to Politics and Political Change"
Rep. Pramila Jayapal (D-WA) talks about her life, political career, and book "Use the Power You Have: A Brown Woman's Guide to Politics and Political Change." She’s interviewed by Rep. Jim Himes (D-CT).
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Download (Duration: 1h 4m)July 18, 2020
Steve Levy, Editor at Large, Wired Magazine
Wired magazine editor at large Steven Levy reports on the creation, growth, and future of Facebook. He’s interviewed by author and Financial TImes global business columnist Rana Foroohar.
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Download (Duration: 59m)July 12, 2020
Dinesh D'Souza, "United States of Socialism"
Dinesh D’Souza examines what he calls the new face of socialism. He’s interviewed by author and Independent Institute senior fellow Benjamin Powell.
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Download (Duration: 58m)July 4, 2020
Mary Jordan, "The Art of Her Deal"
Pulitzer Prize-winning Washington Post reporter Mary Jordan discusses the life and influence of first lady Melania Trump. She’s interviewed by USA Today Washington Bureau Chief Susan Page.
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Download (Duration: 56m)June 27, 2020
Wes Moore, "Five Days"
Robin Hood CEO Wes Moore looks at the 2015 Baltimore uprising following the death of Freddy Gray through the lens of several Baltimoreans who witnessed the unrest. He’s interviewed by Demos senior fellow Heather McGhee.
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Download (Duration: 56m)June 20, 2020
Bryan Caplan, "The Case Against Education"
Economics professor Bryan Caplan argued that the main function of higher education has become more about educational credentials and less about ensuring that students are prepared with skills for the job market. He is interviewed by the Chronicle of Higher Education senior writer Scott Carlson.
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Download (Duration: 59m)June 13, 2020
Jennifer Eberhardt, "Biased"
Stanford University Professor Jennifer Eberhardt talked about her book, Biased: Uncovering the Hidden Prejudice That Shapes What We See, Think, and Do, in which she offered her insights on implicit racial bias. She was interviewed by Representative Val Demings (D-FL).
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Download (Duration: 1h 1m)June 7, 2020
Arthur Brooks, "Love Your Enemies"
Longtime American Enterprise Institute president Arthur Brooks offered strategies on how to bridge the political divide in America. He was interviewed by Senator Ben Sasse (R-NE).
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Download (Duration: 1h 0m)May 31, 2020
Shoshana Zuboff, "The Age of Surveillance Capitalism"
Shoshana Zuboff, author of The Age of Surveillance Capitalism, talked about the growing business of collecting and selling consumer data. She was interviewed by Nilay Patel, editor-in-chief of The Verge.
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Download (Duration: 1h 4m)May 24, 2020
Chris Hughes, "Fair Shot"
Facebook co-founder Chris Hughes discussed his plan to reduce poverty and strengthen the middle class by offering working people a guaranteed income paid for by the one percent. He is interviewed by Rep. Don Beyer (D-VA).
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Download (Duration: 1h 0m)May 17, 2020
Joe Ricketts, "The Harder You Work, the Luckier You Get"
Joe Ricketts talked about his book, The Harder You Work, the Luckier You Get: An Entrepreneur’s Memoir, in which he offered insights into becoming an entrepreneur and founding TD Ameritrade. He was interviewed by former Wall Street investment banker and author William Cohan.
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Download (Duration: 1h 0m)May 10, 2020
Tara Westover, "Educated"
Tara Westover detailed her life growing up with survivalist parents in the Idaho mountains and her introduction to formal education at age 17. She was interviewed by author and journalist Susannah Cahalan.
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Download (Duration: 1h 1m)May 3, 2020
Senator Rand Paul (R-KY), "The Case Against Socialism"
Senator Rand Paul (R-KY) talks about his book, The Case Against Socialism, in which he discusses the history of socialism and argues that there is a new threat of socialist ideology on the rise in the U.S.. He is interviewed by Representative Matt Gaetz (R-FL).
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Download (Duration: 46m)April 26, 2020
Andrew McCabe, Former Deputy Director of the FBI
Former FBI Deputy Director Andrew McCabe discussed his career, the FBI, and his firing from the Bureau. He was interviewed by New York Times reporter Adam Goldman.
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Download (Duration: 59m)April 19, 2020
Jim McKelvey, author of "The Innovation Stack"
Square co-founder Jim McKelvey author of "The Innovation Stack" offered his thoughts on innovation and competition for startup businesses. He was interviewed by Washington Post technology policy reporter Cat Zakrzewski.
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Download (Duration: 1h 2m)April 12, 2020
Michelle King, Author of "The Fix"
Netflix director of inclusion and former UN official Michelle King examined what she calls the invisible barriers to women succeeding in the workplace. She was interviewed by author and former USA Today Editor-in-Chief Joanne Lipman.
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Download (Duration: 1h 0m)April 5, 2020
Jonathan Karl, Author of "Front Row at the Trump Show"
ABC News' chief White House correspondent Jonathan Karl provided a behind the scenes look at President Trump’s administration. He was interviewed by Mike McCurry, former White House press secretary in the Clinton administration.
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Download (Duration: 1h 5m)March 29, 2020
Eilene Zimmerman, Author of "Smacked"
Journalist Eilene Zimmerman looked at white-collar drug addiction. She was interviewed by former health commissioner for Baltimore, Dr. Leana Wen.
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Download (Duration: 1h 0m)March 22, 2020
Jennifer Steinhauser Author of "The Firsts"
New York Times reporter Jennifer Steinhauer chronicles the first year of the largest class of women elected to the U.S. Congress. She was interviewed by first term Congresswoman Chrissy Houlahan (D-PA).
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Download (Duration: 53m)March 15, 2020
K.T. McFarland, Author of "Revolution"
Former Deputy National Security Adviser K.T. McFarland details her time in the Trump Administration. She’s interviewed author and New Zealand columnist Danielle McLaughlin.
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Download (Duration: 59m)March 8, 2020
Lee Drutman, Author of "Breaking the Two-Party Doom Loop"
Lee Drutman argued that the two-party system is damaging America’s democracy. He’s interviewed by George Washington University professor and author Matthew Dallek.
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Download (Duration: 1h 0m)March 1, 2020
Cal Thomas, Syndicated Columnist
Syndicated columnist Cal Thomas explored the rise and fall of nations historically and offered his thoughts on whether the United States will remain a superpower. He was interviewed by author and CNN contributor Amanda Carpenter.
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Download (Duration: 1h 1m)February 23, 2020
Nicholas Kristof and Sheryl WuDunn, "Tightrope: Americans Reaching for Hope"
Pulitzer Prize-winning journalists Nicholas Kristof and Sheryl WuDunn reported on the issues facing the working-class in rural America. They were interviewed by Sen. Jeff Merkley, Democrat of Oregon.
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Download (Duration: 51m)February 16, 2020
Sally Pipes, "False Premise, False Promise"
Pacific Research Institute president Sally Pipes made the argument against Medicare for all. She was interviewed by Rep. Buddy Carter (R-GA).
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Download (Duration: 58m)February 9, 2020
Howard Bryant, "Full Dissidence: Notes from an Uneven Playing Field"
ESPN.com senior writer Howard Bryant offered his thoughts on sports, politics, and race in America. He was interviewed by author and former NBA player Etan Thomas.
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Download (Duration: 59m)February 1, 2020
Andrea Bernstein, "American Oligarchs"
Journalist Andrea Bernstein chronicles the Trump and Kushner families rise to prominence. She's interviewed by Washington Post business reporter Jonathan O'Connell.
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Download (Duration: 1h 2m)January 18, 2020
Rana Foroohar, "Don't Be Evil"
Financial Times columnist and CNN analyst Rana Foroohar argues that large tech companies are failing to keep consumer data and privacy safe and secure. She's interviewed by CNBC's Jon Fortt.
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Download (Duration: 1h 0m)January 11, 2020
Peggy Orenstein, "Boys & Sex"
[New York Times Magazine] contributor Peggy Orenstein examines sexual culture and young male masculinity. She's interviewed by author Jared Yates Sexton.
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Download (Duration: 56m)January 4, 2020
Steven Greenhouse, "Beaten Down, Worked Up"
Steven Greenhouse examines the challenges American workers face today. He's interviewed by Congressman Andy Levin (D-MI).
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Download (Duration: 58m)December 28, 2019
Thomas Chatterton Williams, "Self-Portrait in Black and White"
New York Times Magazine contributor Thomas Chatterton Williams looks at race and identity. He's interviewed by author and New York Times columnist Kwame Anthony Appiah.
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Download (Duration: 1h 0m)December 21, 2019
(KEYED) After Words: Freeman Hrabowski, "The Empowered University"'
University of Maryland, Baltimore County president Freeman Hrabowski shares his insights on building and sustaining an inclusive, high achieving, and innovative university.
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Download (Duration: 1h 0m)December 14, 2019
After Words, Joe Ricketts, "The Harder You Work, the Luckier You Get"
Joe Ricketts offers insights into becoming an entrepreneur and founding TD Ameritrade. He's interviewed by former Wall Street investment banker and author William Cohan.
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Download (Duration: 1h 0m)December 7, 2019
Lindy West, "The Witches Are Coming"
New York Times contributing opinion writer Lindy West discusses the #metoo movement. She's interviewed by New York magazine writer at large and author Rebecca Traister.
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Download (Duration: 1h 5m)November 30, 2019
Sarah Milov, "The Cigarette"
University of Virginia history professor Sarah Milov explores the political history of tobacco in America. She's interviewed by former FDA Commissioner David Kessler.
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Download (Duration: 1h 1m)November 28, 2019
Gregg Jarrett, "Witch Hunt"
Fox News legal and political analyst Gregg Jarrett offers his thoughts on the Mueller report and the investigation of Russia's interference in the 2016 election. He's interviewed by Matt Schlapp, chair of the American Conservative Union.
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Download (Duration: 58m)November 16, 2019
Martha Minow, "When Should Law Forgive?"
Former Harvard Law School dean Martha Minow examines cases in which the law is forgiving. She's interviewed by Georgetown Law professor and former federal prosecutor Paul Butler.
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Download (Duration: 1h 2m)November 9, 2019
Newt Gingrich, "Trump vs. China"
Former Speaker of the House of Representatives Newt Gingrich offers his thoughts on the threats the U.S.faces from China. He's interviewed by the American Enterprise Institute's Oriana Mastro.
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Download (Duration: 57m)November 2, 2019
David Shulkin, "It Shouldn't Be This Hard to Serve Your Country"
David Shulkin recounts his time as the Secretary of Veterans Affairs. He's interviewed by Jeremy Butler, Iraq and Afghanistan Veterans of America CEO.
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Download (Duration: 1h 0m)October 26, 2019
Sen. Rand Paul, "The Case Against Socialism"
Senator Rand Paul (R-KY) discusses the history of socialism and argues that there is a new threat of socialist ideology on the rise in America. He's interviewed by Congressman Matt Gaetz (R-FL).
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Download (Duration: 46m)October 19, 2019
Gregg Jarrett, "Witch Hunt"
Fox News legal and political analyst Gregg Jarrett offers his thoughts on the Mueller report and the investigation of Russia's interference in the 2016 election. He's interviewed by Matt Schlapp, chair of the American Conservative Union.
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Download (Duration: 58m)October 12, 2019
Susan Rice, "Tough Love - My Story of the Things Worth Fighting For"
Former Obama administration National Security Advisor and U.N. Ambassador Susan Rice discusses her life and career in American diplomacy and foreign policy. She's interviewed by Robin Wright, an author and columnist with the [New Yorker].
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Download (Duration: 1h 1m)October 6, 2019
Bill Gertz, "Deceiving the Sky - Inside Communist China's Drive for Global Supremacy"
Washington Times national security columnist Bill Gertz discusses China's efforts to become a global military and economic superpower.
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Download (Duration: 59m)September 28, 2019
Paul Tough, "The Years That Matter Most: How College Makes or Breaks Us"
Paul Tough reports on the challenges and costs of a college education. He's interviewed by Sara Goldrick-Rab author and Hope Center for College, Community, and Justice Founder.
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Download (Duration: 59m)September 21, 2019
Michelle Malkin, "Open Borders Inc."
Journalist Michelle Malkin offers her thoughts on U.S. immigration policy. She's interviewed by Rep. Chip Roy (R-TX).
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Download (Duration: 55m)September 14, 2019
Ben Westhoff, "Fentanyl, Inc."
Journalist Ben Westhoff reports on how labs in China manufacture Fentanyl. He's interviewed by Rep. Ann McLane Kuster (D-NH), founding co-chair of the Bipartisan Opioid Task Force.
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Download (Duration: 47m)September 7, 2019
Ibram Kendi, "How to Be an Antiracist"
American University professor Ibram Kendi argues that America must choose to be antiracist and work towards building an equitable society. He's interviewed by Imani Perry, author and Princeton University African American studies professor.
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Download (Duration: 1h 1m)August 31, 2019
Ben Howe, "The Immoral Majority"
Ben Howe examines whether evangelicals are choosing political power over Christian values. He's interviewed by author and history professor John Fea.
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Download (Duration: 50m)August 24, 2019
Brent Bozell, "Unmasked -Media's War Against Trump"
Media Research Center founder and president Brent Bozell argues that the media is biased against President Trump. He's interviewed by Carrie Sheffield, Accuracy in Media national editor.
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Download (Duration: 58m)August 17, 2019
Natalie Wexler, "The Knowledge Gap"
Journalist Natalie Wexler argues that the U.S. education system can be improved by expanding the curriculum content of elementary school students in history, science, & the arts. She's interviewed by Kaya Henderson former chancellor of DC Public Scho
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Download (Duration: 59m)August 10, 2019
Terry McAuliffe, "Beyond Charlottesville"
Former Virginia Democratic Governor Terry McAuliffe recounts events that led up to the tragedy in Charlottesville following the Unite the Right rally in 2017. He's interviewed by Slate editor Dahlia Lithwick.
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Download (Duration: 1h 0m)August 3, 2019
Michael Malice, "The New Right"
Michael Malice discusses his first-hand account of the far right movement and its origins. He's interviewed by Ben Domenech, publisher of the Federalist.
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Download (Duration: 59m)July 27, 2019
Richard Clarke, "The Fifth Domain"
Former Bush administration Special Adviser for Cyber Security Richard Clarke discusses how to make cyberspace less dangerous. He's interviewed by Dustin Volz, cybersecurity and intelligence reporter for the Wall Street Journal.
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Download (Duration: 1h 0m)July 20, 2019
Mollie Hemingway and Carrie Severino, "Justice on Trial"
The Federalist's Mollie Hemingway & Judicial Crisis Network's Carrie Severino examine the confirmation of Supreme Court Justice Brett Kavanaugh & the future of the Court. They are interviewed by LA Times Supreme Court correspondent David Savage.
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Download (Duration: 55m)July 13, 2019
Joy-Ann Reid, "The Man Who Sold America"
MSNBC's Joy-Ann Reid argues that President Trump is damaging American democracy. She's interviewed by author and journalist Sophia Nelson.
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Download (Duration: 59m)July 6, 2019
Jamil Jivani, "Why Young Men"
Jamil Jivani examines the rise in violence committed by young men around the world. He's interviewed by Brooklyn Law School professor Bennett Capers.
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Download (Duration: 1h 2m)June 29, 2019
George Sorial, "The Real Deal"
George Sorial discusses his time as an executive in the Trump Organization. He's interviewed by John Avlon, CNN Anchor and Senior Political Analyst.
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Download (Duration: 1h 3m)June 22, 2019
Nada Bakos,"The Targeter"
Former CIA intelligence analyst Nada Bakos offers insight into the inner workings of the agency and her work in tracking terrorists. She's interviewed by the Intelligence Committee's Rep. Andre Carson (D-IN).
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Download (Duration: 55m)June 15, 2019
Jim Acosta, "The Enemy of the People"
CNN's Chief White House correspondent Jim Acosta offers his first-hand account of covering the Trump Administration. He's interviewed by Jay Rosen, founder of PressThink and New York University journalism professor.
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Download (Duration: 1h 0m)June 8, 2019
George Will, "The Conservative Sensibility"
Pulitzer Prize-winning columnist George Will offers his thoughts on American conservatism. He's interviewed by Jonah Goldberg, National Review senior editor.
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Download (Duration: 59m)June 2, 2019
Scott Pelley, "Truth Worth Telling"
60 Minutes correspondent Scott Pelley discusses major news events he's covered as a reporter and offers his thoughts on a free press. He's interviewed by CNN political analyst David Gregory.
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Download (Duration: 59m)May 25, 2019
(KEYED)After Words: Rachel Louise Snyder, "No Visible Bruises"'
Journalist Rachel Louise Snyder reports on the intersection of domestic violence with other social issues impacting American society. She's interviewed by Representative Debbie Dingell (D-MI).
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Download (Duration: 59m)May 18, 2019
(KEYED) After Words: Anuradha Bhagwati, "Unbecoming"'
Anuradha Bhagwati details her time in the Marine Corps and her efforts to overturn the ban on women in combat. She is interviewed by Lt. Colonel Kate Germano, author of [Fight Like a Girl].
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Download (Duration: 1h 0m)May 11, 2019
(KEYED)After Words: Sen. Mike Lee, "Our Lost Declaration"'
Senator Mike Lee (R-UT) offers his thoughts on the overreach of government in colonial times and today. He's interviewed by Georgetown Law professor Nicholas Quinn Rosenkranz.
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Download (Duration: 53m)May 4, 2019
(KEYED) After Words: Jennifer Eberhardt, "Biased"'
Stanford University professor Jennifer Eberhardt offers her insights on implicit racial bias. She's intereviewed by Rep. Val Demings (D-FL).
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Download (Duration: 1h 0m)April 27, 2019
Preet Bharara, "Doing Justice"
Preet Bharara provides an inside look at how the judicial process works drawing from his personal experiences & case histories as a fmr. federal prosecutor for the Southern District of New York. He's interviewed by Sen. Richard Blumenthal of Connecti
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Download (Duration: 1h 0m)April 20, 2019
Arthur Brooks, " Love Your Enemies"
Longtime American Enterprise Institute president Arthur Brooks offers strategies on how to bridge the political divide in America. He's interviewed by Sen. Ben Sasse (R-NE).
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Download (Duration: 1h 0m)April 6, 2019
(KEYED) After Words: Vicky Ward, "Kushner, Inc."'
Investigative reporter Vicky Ward reports on the careers of Jared Kushner and Ivanka Trump and their roles in the Trump administration. She's interviewed by former New York Observer Editor in Chief Elizabeth Spiers.
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Download (Duration: 59m)March 30, 2019
(KEYED)After Words: George Papadopoulos, "Deep State Target"'
George Papadopoulos details his role in the Trump administration and the Russia investigation. He is interviewed by the [Wall Street Journal] justice department reporter Aruna Viswanatha.
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Download (Duration: 1h 1m)March 23, 2019
Victor Davis Hanson, "The Case for Trump"
Victor Davis Hanson discusses the campaign, election, and presidency of Donald Trump. He's interviewed by former Congressman Dave Brat (R-VA).
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Download (Duration: 1h 3m)March 16, 2019
Angela Stent, "Putin's World"
Georgetown University professor Angela Stent examines Russia's foreign policy and international goals. She's interviewed by Representative Dina Titus (D-NV), a member of the Foreign Affairs Committee.
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Download (Duration: 54m)March 9, 2019
Sen. Doug Jones, "Bending Toward Justice"
Senator Doug Jones (D-AL) recounts his prosecution of two former KKK members involved in the 1963 Birmingham church bombing that killed four black girls. He's interviewed by author and journalist Diane McWhorter.
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Download (Duration: 55m)March 2, 2019
Andrew McCabe, "The Threat"
Former FBI Deputy Director Andrew McCabe discusses his career, the FBI, and his firing from the Bureau. He's interviewed by [New York Times] reporter Adam Goldman.
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Download (Duration: 58m)February 23, 2019
Jason Rezaian, "Prisoner"
The [Washington Post]'s Jason Rezaian discusses the 544 days he was held in an Iranian prison. He's interviewed by Rep. Jared Huffman of California.
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Download (Duration: 1h 0m)February 16, 2019
Jill Abramson, "Merchants of Truth"
Former [New York Times] executive editor Jill Abramson reports on the state of the news business with the influx of new technologies. She's interviewed by Vivian Schiller, former president and CEO of NPR.
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Download (Duration: 1h 0m)February 9, 2019
Shoshana Zuboff, "The Age of Surveillance Capitalism"
Shoshana Zuboff examines the growing business of collecting and selling consumer data. She is interviewed by Nilay Patel, editor in chief of The Verge.
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Download (Duration: 1h 4m)February 2, 2019
Chris Christie, "Let Me Finish"
Former New Jersey Governor and presidential candidate Chris Christie discusses his political career and offers his insights about President Trump's administration. He's interviewed by CBS News chief White House correspondent Major Garrett.
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Download (Duration: 1h 0m)January 26, 2019
Stephanie Land, "Maid"
Stephanie Land discusses her path from working as a maid to earning a journalism degree and later writing about the working poor. She is interviewed by Rachel Schneider, co-author of [The Financial Diaries].
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Download (Duration: 56m)January 19, 2019
(KEYED) After Words: Sebastian Gorka, "Why We Fight"'
Former Trump Administration strategist Sebastian Gorka offers his thoughts on how the U.S. can strengthen its national security. He's interviewed by Amb. Paula Dobriansky, fmr. Under Secretary of State for Global Affairs in the Bush administration.
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Download (Duration: 58m)January 12, 2019
Reniqua Allen, "It Was All a Dream"
Reniqua Allen examines whether the "American Dream" is attainable today. She's interviewed by [The Root] editor-in-chief Danielle Belton.
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Download (Duration: 1h 1m)December 8, 2018
(KEYED) After Words: Tucker Carlson, "Ship of Fools"'
Fox News host Tucker Carlson offers his thoughts on elitism in America. He's interviewed by Matt Schlapp, chairman of the American Conservative Union.
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Download (Duration: 53m)October 20, 2018
Beth Macy, "Dopesick"
Journalist Beth Macy reports on the opioid crisis in America in her book, [Dopesick]. She's interviewed by Representative Gerald Connolly (D-VA).
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Download (Duration: 1h 0m)February 24, 2018
Tara Westover, "Educated"
Tara Westover details her life growing up with survivalist parents in the Idaho mountains and her introduction to formal education at age 17. She is interviewed by author and journalist Susannah Cahalan.
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Download (Duration: 1h 1m)June 4, 2016
After Words with Senator Mitch McConnell
Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell (R-KY) talks about his book [The Long Game: A Memoir], in which he discusses his life in politics. He is interviewed by Senator Lamar Alexander (R-TN).
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Download (Duration: 59m)April 4, 2015
After Words with Cornel West
Author Cornel West discusses his book, [The Radical King], about Martin Luther King, Jr.'s, radical political thinking, a side of the late civil rights leader that the author argues has been diminished and sanitized.
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Download (Duration: 59m)May 17, 2014
After Words With Justice John Paul Stevens
Former Supreme Court Justice John Paul Stevens died on Tuesday. He was 99-years-old. In this program from 2014, Mr. Stevens talks about his book, [Six Amendments: How and Why We Should Change the Constitution].
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Download (Duration: 57m)December 7, 2013
After Words with Michael Kimmel
Sociologist Michael Kimmel talks about his book, [Angry White Men: American Masculinity at the End of an Era], in which he presents what he calls a comprehensive diagnosis of the fears, anxieties and rage of America's angry white male.
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Download (Duration: 58m)September 24, 2011
After Words with Jim Lehrer
In 2011, Jim Lehrer, the former anchor of the PBS NewsHour, appeared on C-SPAN's "After Words" program to discuss his book "Tension City."
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