Oral Histories Schedule

Week of September 24 through October 1

All times and durations are subject to change

Saturday, September 29
8:00 AM EDTApprox. 1 hr.Louis Hyman, "Temp"Cornell University professor Louis Hyman looked at changes to the American workforce over the past ... Cornell University professor Louis Hyman looked at changes to the American workforce over the past seventy years. 9:00 AM EDTApprox. 1 hr.P.J. O'Rourke, "None of My Business"Satirist P.J. O'Rourke talked about American business, investment, and finance. Satirist P.J. O'Rourke talked about American business, investment, and finance. 10:00 AM EDTApprox. 1 hr. 10 min.April Ryan, "Under Fire"White House reporter April Ryan provided an inside look at covering the Trump Administration. White House reporter April Ryan provided an inside look at covering the Trump Administration.
11:10 AM EDTApprox. 10 min.Tim Huelskamp, Heartland InstituteFormer U.S. representative Tim Huelskamp, CEO of the Heartland Institute, talked about the ... Former U.S. representative Tim Huelskamp, CEO of the Heartland Institute, talked about the institute's book, "The Patriot's Toolbox." 11:20 AM EDTApprox. 1 hr. 10 min.Nick Pyenson, "Spying on Whales"Paleontologist Nick Pyenson explored the evolution of whales; from their anatomy to current ... Paleontologist Nick Pyenson explored the evolution of whales; from their anatomy to current migratory patterns. 12:30 PM EDTApprox. 1 hr.Paul Greenberg, "The Omega Principle"James Beard Award-winning author Paul Greenberg looked at the effect humans have on oceans, ... James Beard Award-winning author Paul Greenberg looked at the effect humans have on oceans, through the consumption of seafood and Omega-3s.
1:30 PM EDTApprox. 1 hr.Heather Mac Donald, "The Diversity DelusionManhattan Institute senior fellow Heather Mac Donald argued that diverse thinking is being ... Manhattan Institute senior fellow Heather Mac Donald argued that diverse thinking is being challenged at the collegiate level and called for a return to open-minded inquiry and expression. 2:30 PM EDTApprox. 2 hr.Bruce Schneier "Click Here to Kill Everybody"Security technologist and author Bruce Schneier argued that the internet and technology are ... Security technologist and author Bruce Schneier argued that the internet and technology are becoming more powerful but less secure. He explored the implications that may have on our safety. 4:30 PM EDTApprox. 1 hr.David Quammen, "The Tangled Tree"David Quammen reported on recent discoveries in molecular biology and how they affect our ... David Quammen reported on recent discoveries in molecular biology and how they affect our understanding of evolution.
5:30 PM EDTApprox. 46 min.Bethany McLean, "Saudi America"Vanity Fair's Bethany McLean took a critical look at the fracking industry in America. Vanity Fair's Bethany McLean took a critical look at the fracking industry in America. 6:16 PM EDTApprox. 44 min.Matthew Hennessey, "Zero Hour for Gen X"The Wall Street Journal's Matthew Hennessey examined the role Generation X will play in America's ... The Wall Street Journal's Matthew Hennessey examined the role Generation X will play in America's future. 7:00 PM EDTApprox. 1 hr. 17 min.Eli Saslow, "Rising Out of Hatred"Pulitzer Prize-winning reporter Eli Saslow reported on white nationalism. Pulitzer Prize-winning reporter Eli Saslow reported on white nationalism.
8:17 PM EDTApprox. 13 min.John Tamny, "The End of Work"John Tamny discussed his book "The End of Work: Why Your Passion Can Become Your Job." John Tamny discussed his book "The End of Work: Why Your Passion Can Become Your Job." 8:30 PM EDTApprox. 1 hr. 16 min.Bruce Ashford, "Letters to an American Christian"Southeastern Baptist Theological Seminary professor Bruce Ashford examined the relationship ... Southeastern Baptist Theological Seminary professor Bruce Ashford examined the relationship between Christianity and politics. 9:46 PM EDTApprox. 14 min.Robert Whaples, "Pope Francis and the Caring Society"Book TV sat down with the Independent Institute's Robert Whaples to talk about his book, "Pope ... Book TV sat down with the Independent Institute's Robert Whaples to talk about his book, "Pope Francis and the Caring Society."
10:00 PM EDTApprox. 1 hr.After Words Carol Anderson, "One Person, No Vote"'Emory University professor Carol Anderson chronicled the changes to voting requirements following ... Emory University professor Carol Anderson chronicled the changes to voting requirements following the 2013 Supreme Court ruling in Shelby v. Holder. She's interviewed by Representative Jamie Raskin (D-MD). 11:00 PM EDTApprox. 1 hr. 30 min.Francis Fukuyama, "Identity"Stanford Professor Francis Fukuyama explored how to move past identity politics and return to ... Stanford Professor Francis Fukuyama explored how to move past identity politics and return to civil discourse.
Sunday, September 30
12:30 AM EDTApprox. 58 min.Bob Woodward, "Fear"Pulitzer Prize-winning journalist Bob Woodward reported on the Trump presidency. Pulitzer Prize-winning journalist Bob Woodward reported on the Trump presidency. 1:28 AM EDTApprox. 17 min.Richard Weikart, "The Death of Humanity" & "Hitler's Religion"California State University professor Richard Weikart discussed his books, "The Death of Humanity" ... California State University professor Richard Weikart discussed his books, "The Death of Humanity" and "Hitler's Religion." 1:45 AM EDTApprox. 1 hr. 15 min.Kwame Appiah, "The Lies That Bind"New York Times ethicist columnist Kwame Appiah explored the role identity plays in society. He's ... New York Times ethicist columnist Kwame Appiah explored the role identity plays in society. He's joined in conversation by historian Annette Gordon-Reed.
3:00 AM EDTApprox. 1 hr. 2 min.Jeanine Pirro, "Liars, Leakers, and Liberals"Fox News Host Jeanine Pirro offered her thoughts on the Trump presidency and his detractors. Fox News Host Jeanine Pirro offered her thoughts on the Trump presidency and his detractors. 4:02 AM EDTApprox. 1 hr. 8 min.Steven Johnson, "Farsighted"Bestselling author Steven Johnson argued that people can no longer make decisions and explored the ... Bestselling author Steven Johnson argued that people can no longer make decisions and explored the impact that has on military strategy, environmental planning, psychology, and more. 5:10 AM EDTApprox. 52 min.Anna Clark, "The Poisoned City"Journalist Anna Clark chronicled the water crisis in Flint, Michigan. Journalist Anna Clark chronicled the water crisis in Flint, Michigan.
6:02 AM EDTApprox. 1 hr.History Bookshelf Jon Meacham, "The Soul of America"Pulitzer Prize-winning biographer Jon Meacham looked at critical moments in American history and ... Pulitzer Prize-winning biographer Jon Meacham looked at critical moments in American history and how they relate to today at the 18th annual National Book Festival in Washington, D.C. 7:02 AM EDTApprox. 1 hr. 9 min.Michael Chertoff, "Exploding Data"Former Homeland Security Secretary Michael Chertoff discussed safeguarding national security and ... Former Homeland Security Secretary Michael Chertoff discussed safeguarding national security and information privacy in the digital age. He 's joined in conversation by former Democratic Representative Ellen Tauscher of California 8:11 AM EDTApprox. 49 min.Discussion on ImmigrationAn author discussion on immigration from the 2018 Brooklyn Book Festival. An author discussion on immigration from the 2018 Brooklyn Book Festival.
9:00 AM EDTApprox. 1 hr.C.J. Chivers, "The Fighters"New York Times correspondent C.J. Chivers talked about the American soldiers serving in ... New York Times correspondent C.J. Chivers talked about the American soldiers serving in Afghanistan and Iraq. 10:00 AM EDTApprox. 45 min.Antonia Felix, "Elizabeth Warren"Antonia Felix discussed the life and career of Senator Elizabeth Warren. Antonia Felix discussed the life and career of Senator Elizabeth Warren. 10:45 AM EDTApprox. 1 hr. 15 min.Steve Hilton, "Positive Populism"Fox News host Steve Hilton examined what populism stands for and how he thinks it can have a ... Fox News host Steve Hilton examined what populism stands for and how he thinks it can have a positive impact on the lives of Americans.
12:00 PM EDTApprox. 1 hr.After Words John Kerry, "Every Day is Extra"Former Secretary of State John Kerry discussed his life and career. He's interviewed by former ... Former Secretary of State John Kerry discussed his life and career. He's interviewed by former Congresswoman Jane Harman, current President and CEO of the Wilson Center. 1:00 PM EDTApprox. 1 hr.History Bookshelf Supreme Court Justice Sonia Sotomayor, "Turning Pages"Supreme Court Justice Sonia Sotomayor discussed her children's books, "The Beloved World of Sonia ... Supreme Court Justice Sonia Sotomayor discussed her children's books, "The Beloved World of Sonia Sotomayor" and "Turning Pages: My Life Story" at the 18th annual National Book Festival in Washington, D.C. 2:00 PM EDTApprox. 1 hr. 30 min.Francis Fukuyama, "Identity"Stanford Professor Francis Fukuyama explored how to move past identity politics and return to ... Stanford Professor Francis Fukuyama explored how to move past identity politics and return to civil discourse.
3:30 PM EDTApprox. 57 min.Bob Woodward, "Fear"Pulitzer Prize-winning journalist Bob Woodward reported on the Trump presidency. Pulitzer Prize-winning journalist Bob Woodward reported on the Trump presidency. 4:27 PM EDTApprox. 34 min.Yeonmi Park, "In Order to Live"North Korean defector Yeonmi Park discussed her book, "In Order to Live: A North Korean Girl's ... North Korean defector Yeonmi Park discussed her book, "In Order to Live: A North Korean Girl's Journey to Freedom." 5:01 PM EDTApprox. 1 hr. 9 min.David Pietrusza, "TR's Last War"Historian David Pietrusza looked at Theodore Roosevelt's late political life as he unsuccessfully ... Historian David Pietrusza looked at Theodore Roosevelt's late political life as he unsuccessfully sought the Presidency again in 1912 and urged American entry into World War I in 1917.
6:10 PM EDTApprox. 1 hr. 5 min.Jesse Norman, "Adam Smith"Jesse Norman, a Conservative member of the British Parliament, recounted the life of economist ... Jesse Norman, a Conservative member of the British Parliament, recounted the life of economist Adam Smith (1723-1790). 7:15 PM EDTApprox. 1 hr.David Levering Lewis, "The Improbable Wendell Willkie"Pulitzer Prize-winning biographer David Levering Lewis recalled the life of Wendell Willkie, a ... Pulitzer Prize-winning biographer David Levering Lewis recalled the life of Wendell Willkie, a midwestern businessman turned politician, who unsuccessfully ran as the Republican nominee for president in 1940. David Levering Lewis was joined in conversation by author and editor Lewis Lapham. 8:15 PM EDTApprox. 46 min.Mary Jo McConahay, "The Tango War"Journalist Mary Jo McConahay provided a history of Latin American involvement in World War II, as ... Journalist Mary Jo McConahay provided a history of Latin American involvement in World War II, as both the Allied and the Axis powers vied for its support.
9:01 PM EDTApprox. 59 min.After Words Carol Anderson, "One Person, No Vote"'Emory University professor Carol Anderson chronicled the changes to voting requirements following ... Emory University professor Carol Anderson chronicled the changes to voting requirements following the 2013 Supreme Court ruling in Shelby v. Holder. She's interviewed by Representative Jamie Raskin (D-MD). 10:00 PM EDTApprox. 1 hr. 10 min.Kwame Appiah, "The Lies That Bind"New York Times ethicist columnist Kwame Appiah explored the role identity plays in society. He's ... New York Times ethicist columnist Kwame Appiah explored the role identity plays in society. He's joined in conversation by historian Annette Gordon-Reed. 11:10 PM EDTApprox. 50 min.Matthew Hennessey, "Zero Hour for Gen X"The Wall Street Journal's Matthew Hennessey examined the role Generation X will play in America's ... The Wall Street Journal's Matthew Hennessey examined the role Generation X will play in America's future.
Monday, October 1
12:00 AM EDTApprox. 1 hr.After Words Carol Anderson, "One Person, No Vote"'Emory University professor Carol Anderson chronicled the changes to voting requirements following ... Emory University professor Carol Anderson chronicled the changes to voting requirements following the 2013 Supreme Court ruling in Shelby v. Holder. She's interviewed by Representative Jamie Raskin (D-MD). 1:00 AM EDTApprox. 2 hr.Bruce Schneier "Click Here to Kill Everybody"Security technologist and author Bruce Schneier argued that the internet and technology are ... Security technologist and author Bruce Schneier argued that the internet and technology are becoming more powerful but less secure. He explored the implications that may have on our safety. 3:00 AM EDTApprox. 1 hr.After Words Carol Anderson, "One Person, No Vote"'Emory University professor Carol Anderson chronicled the changes to voting requirements following ... Emory University professor Carol Anderson chronicled the changes to voting requirements following the 2013 Supreme Court ruling in Shelby v. Holder. She's interviewed by Representative Jamie Raskin (D-MD).
4:00 AM EDTApprox. 1 hr. 17 min.Bruce Ashford, "Letters to an American Christian"Southeastern Baptist Theological Seminary professor Bruce Ashford examined the relationship ... Southeastern Baptist Theological Seminary professor Bruce Ashford examined the relationship between Christianity and politics. 5:17 AM EDTApprox. 13 min.John Innarelli, "How to Spot a Terrorist"Retired FBI special agent John Iannarelli talked to Book TV about his book,"How to Spot a ... Retired FBI special agent John Iannarelli talked to Book TV about his book,"How to Spot a Terrorist." 5:30 AM EDTApprox. 46 min.Lucia McBath, "Standing Our Ground""Everytown for Gun Safety" outreach leader Lucia McBath recounted the loss of her son to gun ... "Everytown for Gun Safety" outreach leader Lucia McBath recounted the loss of her son to gun violence and her work as an activist since his death.
6:16 AM EDTApprox. 29 min.Louis Rossetto, "Change Is Good"Wired magazine co-founder Louis Rossetto talked about his book "Change Is Good: A Story of the ... Wired magazine co-founder Louis Rossetto talked about his book "Change Is Good: A Story of the Heroic Era of the Internet." 6:45 AM EDTApprox. 1 hr. 15 min.Steven Weisman, "The Chosen Wars"Former New York Times correspondent and editor Steven Weisman provided a history of Judaism in ... Former New York Times correspondent and editor Steven Weisman provided a history of Judaism in America. He was joined in conversation by founding editor of On Faith, Sally Quinn.