Amanpour and Company

News and Public Affairs Series / 2 Seasons

Featuring conversations with global leaders and decision makers on the issues affecting the world today, Amanpour and Company adds to the long tradition of public affairs programming that has been a hallmark of public media for decades.

Watch: S2023 E6121

26m 46s

Environmentalists Are Becoming "a Figure of Hatred" in EU

17m 55s

In Europe, the far right is advancing and is in fact becoming part of the political mainstream. Extremist parties are gaining support and forming coalitions with national governments. Catherine Fieschi is director of policy and strategic outreach at Open Society Foundations, focusing on Europe and Central Asia. She joins Hari Sreenivasan to discuss this phenomenon in European politics.

Walter Isaacson on the "Demons and Drives" of Elon Musk

5m 43s

Elon Musk, the world’s richest individual, is a divisive figure: a villain to some, a genius to others. He is at the forefront of electric cars, space travel, social media, and now artificial intelligence. Our colleague Walter Isaacson spent two years shadowing Musk. The end result, a 670-page biography, is making waves, as Walter and Christiane discussed when they sat down together in New York.

Is America’s Gerontocracy a Problem?

18m 28s

Age has become an issue for the 2024 election -- not just for presidential candidates, but also in Congress. Sen. Mitt Romney, 76, announced he will not be seeking re-election in 2024. He strongly urged President Biden and former President Trump also to step aside . Susan Glasser’s latest article for the New Yorker is called "The Twilight of Mitch McConnell and the Spectre of 2024."

How Jimmy Carter Changed the Conversation On Hospice Care

18m 17s

Earlier this year, former U.S. president Jimmy Carter announced he would enter hospice care. Many took this to mean he was on the verge of death. Yet Carter is now weeks away from celebrating his 99th birthday. Dr. Daniela Lamas, a critical care physician, tells Michel Martin why she’s grateful to Carter for dispelling the idea that hospice automatically means death.

Why Are Americans Losing Faith in the Value of College?

17m 6s

Americans appear to be losing faith in the value of higher education. Many are finding that the benefits of college are outweighed by the staggering costs. Since 2016, the number of students heading straight to college from high school has dropped 10%. Author Paul Tough recently investigated this trend and joins Hari Sreenivasan to discuss his conclusions.

Author on Redefining Our Understanding of “The West"

17m 26s

The historical traditions and politics of the Western world have been shaped by what we know of our Greek and Roman origins. But historian Naoíse Mac Sweeney says the traditional "From Plato to NATO" understanding is misleading. Mac Sweeney joins the program to talk about her new book “The West.”

“Colleges Spend Like There’s No Tomorrow” — But On What?

17m 47s

In the US, public universities are spending hundreds of thousands of dollars a day and getting students to foot the bill. College costs have soared past the inflation rate, while the nation’s student loan debt is over $1.7 trillion. Melissa Korn, higher education reporter at the Wall Street Journal, investigated the spending of 50 flagship universities. She joins the show to discuss her findings.

Kim Jong Un’s Sister: “Most Dangerous Woman in the World"

17m 37s

As the war in Ukraine rages on, Russia may be turning to North Korea for armament. Leader Kim Jong Un is expected soon to meet with Putin in Russia. Our next guest examines the Kim dynasty and what the future may hold for the hermit kingdom. Tapped to succeed her brother, Kim Yo Jong has quickly become the most powerful woman in the nation. In his new book, Sung-Yoon Lee traces her rapid rise.

"The Last Politician:" Inside Biden's White House

5m 35s

Franklin Foer’s "The Last Politician" recounts Biden’s first two years in office, from the inauguration to the sweeping domestic legislation, the Afghanistan debacle and the administration’s stalwart support of Ukraine. The author joins Christiane from New York.

PBS’ America Outdoors: How Nature Connects With Culture

17m 49s

Author and activist Baratunde Thurston is back with a new season of "America Outdoors," exploring our interactions with the world around us. He joins the show to discuss how the series encourages us to reconnect with nature.

Will Congress Seat a Cherokee Delegate?

17m 50s

In the United States, the Cherokee Nation is fighting for the fulfillment of a 188-year-old promise from the U.S. government. The same treaty that forced the Cherokee to give up their land in 1835 also promised them the right to representation in Congress. Kimberly Teehee has been designated the first Cherokee Nation delegate, but she is still waiting to be seated in the House of Representatives.

How Climate Change Is at the Forefront of Korea’s Goals

18m 15s

Activists in South Korea say the government is not living up to its target to become carbon neutral by 2050. Sang-Hyup Kim is the co-chair of the Presidential Commission on Carbon Neutrality and Green Growth, and he joins to discuss South Korea’s climate policy. This conversation is part of the ongoing public media initiative Peril and Promise, on the challenges and solutions of climate change.

Texas Republicans Impeach One of Their Own: What Next?

18m 7s

In Texas, the state’s Republican attorney general is facing an impeachment trial. Ken Paxton was impeached by the Republican majority in May on allegations including bribery and abuse of office. Scott Braddock is editor of the Quorum Report, a news service dedicated to Texas politics. Braddock joins Hari Sreenivasan to discuss the trial's effect on the Texas GOP.

Drew Faust on Activism, Affirmative Action, and U.S. History

17m 34s

Drew Gilpin Faust is a trailblazer who served as the first female president of Harvard University. In her new memoir, Faust shares her experience grappling with race and gender in the Jim Crow era. She joins Walter Isaacson to discuss her life and the Supreme Court’s decision to overturn affirmative action.

Fmr US AG to Republicans: “The DOJ Is Not Biased Against Us"

18m 22s

In the U.S. another trial date has been set for Donald Trump on charges of trying to overturn the result of the 2020 presidential election. Trump's Republican base says it’s all politically motivated. Former U.S. attorney general Alberto Gonzales served under then-president George W. Bush. Gonzales joins Walter Isaacson to explain why he doesn’t believe the DOJ is biased against Republicans.

Unsung Heroes of the March on Washington, 60 Years Later

17m 23s

60 years ago, huge crowds descended on Washington, D.C. to demand racial justice. Martin Luther King, Jr. made history when he addressed the crowd in his “I have a dream" speech. Last Saturday, thousands gathered at the Lincoln Memorial to commemorate the march and continue the fight for equality. Bestselling author Michael Eric Dyson joins the show to discuss the historic event and its legacy.

Jon Batiste on His New Album "World Music Radio"

18m 9s

Jon Batiste has had a busy year. After winning five Grammys at last year’s awards – including album of the year – he is back with a new recording. The concept album "World Music Radio" weaves Jon's signature style of jazz, funk, and soul with the sounds of global artists like Lana Del Rey, Lil Wayne, and K-Pop girl group New Jeans. To break it all down, Jon speaks with Michel Martin.

Tracing the History of Slavery and Policing in America

18m

A new documentary, "Sound of the Police," examines the history of U.S. law enforcement and Black Americans. The film’s directors, Stanley Nelson and Valerie Scoon, join Hari Sreenivasan to discuss.

Ian Bremmer and Mustafa Suleyman on the Race to Regulate AI

17m 50s

Ian Bremmer and Mustafa Suleyman believe international cooperation is the key to managing artificial intelligence. Together they’ve analyzed the AI power paradox for the U.S. Department for Foreign Affairs magazine, and they join Walter Isaacson to discuss why countries and technology companies need to come together on AI regulation.

Lab Leak or Wet Market? Why the Origins of COVID-19 Matter

18m 3s

A new Covid variant is fueling a resurgence of the virus as it continues to evolve. But three years on, we still don’t know how the pandemic started. Author and journalist David Quammen ponders the origin of the virus in his latest article for The New York Times Magazine. He joins Walter Isaacson to discuss the conflicting theories.

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