Amanpour and Company

News and Public Affairs Series / 3 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

Lesson Learned: Mississippi’s Success in Public Education

18m 8s

Mississippi has a long track record of educational failure. But a major reform initiative now has kids showing significant progress in school. New York Times columnist Nicholas Kristof and Kymyona Burk who helped implement reform when she was head of teaching and learning in Jackson’s public school district tell Michel Martin how Mississippi's approach can work for children all around the world.

Secretary Elaine Chao on the Fears of Asian Americans

17m 37s

Elaine Chao previously worked in Trump’s cabinet but resigned after the Jan. 6 insurrection, saying it left her "deeply troubled…in a way I simply cannot set aside." Chao was transportation secretary under the former president, whom she called out for anti-Asian rhetoric when he used a derisive name and suggested she had ties to the Chinese government. She discusses with Walter Isaacson.

Economist on China's Future and What the West Misunderstands

18m 16s

The United States and China are looking to reset relations, as the U.S. Secretary of State prepares to visit Beijing this weekend. The trip comes months after it was cancelled when a Chinese spy balloon was shot down over U.S. airspace. Author and world-renowned economist Keyu Jin joins Walter Isaacson to offer perspective on China's rise and its relationship with the West.

Gov Sununu: “We've Got to Make Sure Trump Isn’t the Nominee"

17m 58s

Popular New Hampshire Governor Chris Sununu is determined to move the Republican Party away from Trump – but he is not running for president. Sununu’s announcement surprised political observers. In a conversation recorded just before the Trump indictment dropped, the governor joined Walter Isaacson to explain his rationale for not joining the race.

The Lasting Effects of Segregated Housing

18m 10s

The scars of racial discrimination on U.S. society are deep and lasting -- particularly in housing policy. Author Richard Rothstein believes that unconstitutional laws have stunted the wealth and success of African Americans for many generations. In his latest book "Just Action," written with his daughter Leah, Rothstein explores ways that communities might undo decades of legalized segregation.

Haiti on the Brink: “The Entire Country Is in Agony”

17m 45s

Haiti is reeling from a deadly earthquake yesterday which claimed the lives of at least four people – just after devastating floods left thousands in the country homeless. Dr. Jean Pape tells Michel Martin why Haiti — plagued by gang violence and government instability — urgently needs international help to prevent a civil war.

"Never Have I Ever" Star on The Fourth and Final Season

5m 10s

In Mindy Kaling’s hit show "Never Have I Ever," Maitreyi Ramakrishnan plays Devi, an Indian-American high schooler navigating life, love and loss – with tennis legend John McEnroe narrating every twist and turn. Ramakrishnan joins from New York to talk about the comedy-drama’s fourth and final season, which drops on Netflix this week.

How Valuing Natural Assets Might Solve the Climate Crisis

18m 8s

Paula DiPerna’s new book "Pricing the Priceless" explores how capitalism can be used to fight the climate crisis, and protect the planet’s most prized natural assets. 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.

The Silent Suffering of Caregivers

18m 24s

Looking after loved ones in need is no small task. Those that take it on, usually women, often are forced to make major life changes with little or no support. In her new book, "Who Cares: The Hidden Crisis of Caregiving and How We Solve It," Emily Kenway relates her experience as the sole caretaker for her mother, who was diagnosed with cancer. The author speaks with Michel Martin.

Chef José Andrés Launches New Institute to Tackle the Global

17m 58s

Global food insecurity is more severe than ever, according to a new report from the World Food Programme that identifies 19 hotspots on the brink of catastrophic hunger. The problem is not limited to countries facing war, famine and climate disasters. Chef and humanitarian activist José Andrés is on the front lines of the global food crisis. He joins Hari Sreenivasan to discuss his new strategy.

NC’s Party Leader: Dems “Left Behind” Rural Vote

17m 49s

Anderson Clayton, 25, is the youngest elected leader in the history of the North Carolina Democratic Party. She is a strong and vocal advocate for rural communities like the one she grew up in, which she believes have often been forgotten by her party. Anderson Clayton talks to Hari Sreenivasan about her journey into politics.

Wagner Group: The Private Army Fighting Putin’s War

17m 55s

There are new signs that the battle in Ukraine is encroaching on Russian territory. The Kremlin are calling the situation in Belgrod "alarming" after a strike wounded four people. The Russian war effort has so far relied heavily on the Wagner Group. Professor Candace Rondeaux is an expert on on this paramilitary organization. She joins us to discuss its influence on the war.

Stacey Abrams on Her New Novel and the State of Democracy

5m 55s

Activist Stacey Abrams, former Democratic candidate for Georgia governor, is continuing her quest to make democracy stronger in the United States. With the 2024 presidential election drawing near, Abrams is on a mission to make voting free and fair, after her 2020 push in Georgia paid off for the Democrats. She joins discusses her latest thriller "Rogue Justice" and the state of American politics.

Héctor Tobar Debunks the Myth of Latino Passivity

18m 6s

A new book explores the Latino experience and identity in modern America. "Our Migrant Souls" by Pulitzer Prize-winning author and professor Héctor Tobar draws on his own experience as the son of Guatemalan immigrants and what he calls the pain, confusion and pride of being Latino. He talks about fallacies in the conversation on race, harmful stereotypes in the media and teaching Latinx students.

Personalized AI Tutors? Sal Khan on Transforming Education

17m 9s

The dangers of AI have prompted global calls for regulation, but Sal Khan also sees an upside, and says AI is potentially “the biggest positive transformation that education has ever seen.” He’s the founder and CEO of Khan Academy, an online tutoring service that recently piloted an AI tutor and teaching assistant. He tells Walter Isaacson how he thinks AI can supercharge world-class education.

New Report: Abortion Bans Cause Serious Medical Harm

18m 6s

South Carolina’s governor has just signed into law a bill banning abortions after six weeks, making South Carolina the latest state to tighten its grip on abortion access since Roe v. Wade was overturned last June. Now a new study, "Care Post-Roe," reveals that laws blocking female reproductive rights are putting lives at risk. The co-authors of the report discuss with Michel Martin.

Uvalde Survivor's Parents: She Was "Robbed of Her Childhood"

16m 28s

Today marks 1 year since 19 elementary school children and 2 teachers were killed in Uvalde, Texas. While the security failures that enabled the attack are still under study, Caitlyne Gonzales, a 10-year-old survivor, has been speaking out against gun violence in the hope that similar tragedies can be prevented. Her parents speak with Hari about their daughter and the community's ongoing recovery.

Can DeSantis Beat Trump? Rich Lowry Weighs In

18m 39s

Candidates are stepping up to be recognized in the Republican presidential race, but so far, the GOP primary field is still dominated by former president Donald Trump. Rich Lowry, editor-in-chief of the conservative editorial magazine National Review, tells Walter Isaacson what it will take for a Republican candidate to beat Trump to the 2024 nomination.

Congressional Stock Trading Under Scrutiny

18m 2s

Congressional insider trading was outlawed in 2012. But this law has not stopped members of Congress from buying and selling shares of companies affected by the legislation they write. Reporter Rebecca Ballhaus, a Pulitzer Prize winner, has reported extensively on the issue and joins Hari Sreenivasan to discuss the moves underway to hold lawmakers and government employees accountable.

WWII Historian Says G7 Leaders Need to Remember the Lessons

17m 31s

Hiroshima, site of the G-7 summit, remains a living reminder of the unthinkable horror of using nuclear weapons....often bandied about these days as legitimate battlefield armament. In his new book, Evan Thomas concludes the United States had no other option than to drop the atomic bombs on Japan.

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