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.

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55m 47s

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December 3, 2024

December 3, 2024 / 55m 27s

Kenneth Choi, editor of the South Korean newspaper The Chosunilbo, discusses South Korean President Yoon Suk Yeol's decision to enact Martial Law. Former German Chancellor Angela Merkel opens up about her time in power and her relationships with other world leaders in her new book "Freedom." Former Foreign Minister of South Korea Kyung-wah Kang offers her take on President Yoon's announcement.

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December 2, 2024

December 2, 2024 / 55m 27s

U.S. Ambassador to Japan Rahm Emanuel on the coming Trump presidency and what it may mean for America's relationships in Asia. Former U.S. Defense Secretary William Cohen evaluates the potential impact of Trump's cabinet nominations. Kenny Leon, Jim Parsons and Katie Holmes on their revival of “Our Town” on Broadway.

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November 29, 2024

November 29, 2024 / 55m 47s

Kholood Khair, a Sudanese journalist, joins the show to shed light on what some call a forgotten crisis in Sudan. Cindy McCain, Director of the World Food Programme, describes the hardship that has spread across Sudan since the outbreak of war. Saad Mohseni on his memoir and the struggle for a free and independent press in Afghanistan. Jerusalem Demsas on the housing crisis in America.

November 28, 2024

November 28, 2024 / 55m 47s

Christiane sat down with General Oleksandr Syrskyi, commander-in-chief of the armed forces of Ukraine, for his first on-camera interview. Brady president Kris Brown on the deadly school shooting in Georgia. Author Michael Lewis untangles the mystery of Sam Bankman-Fried in his best-selling book “Going Infinite.” The Washington Post’s Missy Ryan on the decline in military enrollment.

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November 27, 2024

November 27, 2024 / 55m 45s

Colorado Governor Jared Polis discusses his plans to strengthen his state-level institutions to protect against the promised retribution of President Trump. Former Ukrainian Defense Minister Andriy Zagorodnyuk on the sate of the Russia-Ukraine war. Chef and author Bryant Terry explores the evolution and diversity of African American cuisine.

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November 26, 2024

November 26, 2024 / 55m 44s

Deputy Speaker of the Lebanese Parliament Elias Bou Saab discusses the ceasefire agreement in the works between Israel and Lebanon. Sharon Horgan talks about her show "Bad Sisters" about misogyny, violence and unity between women. Dr. Fatima Cody Stanford, an obesity medicine physician, discusses a recent study showing that nearly three-quarters of American adults are overweight or obese.

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November 25, 2024

November 25, 2024 / 55m 39s

One year after her release, former Israeli hostage Aviva Siegel reflects on her experience and the fate of her husband still being held by Hamas. Sir Geoffrey Nice on the ICC's decision to issue an arrest warrant for Israeli PM Netanyahu. Joni Levin and Keith Clarke on their new docuseries "Call Me Ted." "Fire Weather" author John Vaillant on what the second Trump administration means for climate.

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November 22, 2024

November 22, 2024 / 55m 47s

Palestinian-American Journalist Laila El-Haddad discusses the ICC's issuing of arrest warrants for Israel's Prime Minister and fmr. Defence Minister. Scott Avett and Seth Avett of The Avett Brothers along with actor John Gallagher Jr. discuss their new Broadway show "Swept Away." Conservative economist Oren Cass gives his thoughts on President-elect Trump's economic plans.

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November 21, 2024

November 21, 2024 / 55m 47s

Israeli journalist Amir Tibon on the ICC arrest warrants issued for Israeli PM Netanyahu, former Defense Minister Yoav Gallant and Hamas military leader Mohammed Deif. David Scheffer on what power the ICC may have, and what the legal implications are. Former war correspondent Arwa Damon joins the show from Gaza with her charity INARA. Peggy Noonan on her new book "A Certain Idea of America."

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November 20, 2024

November 20, 2024 / 55m 47s

LA Times Middle East Bureau Chief Nabih Bulos discusses the possibility of a ceasefire in Lebanon. Fmr. US Ambassador to Israel and Egypt Daniel Kurtzer weighs in on how America's political situation affects this possibility. Fmr. Independent candidate for US Senate Dan Osborn on how his campaign resonated with voters. Paul Rosenzweig offers a political solution for protecting Trump's critics.

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November 19, 2024

November 19, 2024 / 55m 47s

Former Republican congressman Adam Kinzinger on his concern about Donald Trump's return to the White House and what it might mean for Ukraine and American democracy. Author Patrick Radden Keefe on the new limited series "Say Nothing." The Atlantic contributing writer David Brooks argues that the nation's top schools are trapped in an outdated system of meritocracy that needs to be redefined.

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November 18, 2024

November 18, 2024 / 55m 34s

Dara Massicot discusses what new weapons allowances by the U.S. for Ukraine will mean for the war. Climate expert Johan Rockström explains what is happening at the COP29 climate conference. Journalist Bel Trew explores the lives impacted by the Dobbs decision in her film "The A-Word." Ken and Sarah Burns discuss directing "Leonardo da Vinci," a deep dive into the life of the famed painter.

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November 15, 2024

November 15, 2024 / 55m 35s

Kori Schake on the direction of Trump's U.S. foreign policy. Dr. Sanjay Gupta on Trump's controversial selection of Robert F. Kennedy Jr. to lead the Department of Health and Services. Political philosopher Michael Sandel on the polarization that fueled Trump's campaign, and the failure of the Democrats to present themselves as the party of change.

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November 14, 2024

November 14, 2024 / 55m 35s

Correspondent Jeff Zeleny breaks down some of Donald Trump's picks for leadership in his administration. UNRWA head Philippe Lazzarini discusses the humanitarian crisis in Gaza and the work UNRWA is doing there. Former French President François Holland explains the reaction of foreign leaders to Trump's victory. Financial columnist Rana Foroohar on what the U.S. economy may look like under Trump.

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November 13, 2024

November 13, 2024 / 55m 47s

Former Pentagon Official Elbridge Colby breaks down Trump's choices for national security leadership. Richard Haass, President Emeritus of the Council on Foreign Relations, on how Trump's second administration might impact U.S. foreign policy. Status Media founder Oliver Darcy on how non-traditional news outlets can rapidly flood huge, targeted audiences with disinformation and outright lies.

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November 12, 2024

November 12, 2024 / 55m 47s

Democratic strategist James Carville discusses Trump's picks for key positions and the new documentary about Carville's career. Jeremy Diamond reports on Israel and Gaza. Rafael Grossi, Director General of the IAEA, discusses Iran's nuclear capabilities and the tense global political moment. Lin-Manuel Miranda and Eisa Davis break down the making of their new concept album "Warriors."

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November 11, 2024

November 11, 2024 / 55m 32s

Democratic governor of Washington state Jay Inslee on what a Trump presidency might mean for climate change. Alfonso Cuarón and Cate Blanchett on the new Apple TV+ series, "Disclaimer." Richard Reeves, President of the American Institute for Boys and Men, on why Gen Z men swung towards Trump in record numbers.

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November 8, 2024

November 8, 2024 / 55m 47s

Brazilian President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva discusses how world leaders are feeling about Donald Trump's return to office. Former Adviser to Vice President Mike Pence, Olivia Troye, talks about Donald Trump's plans for mass deportations and his homeland security strategy. David Sanger, NYT National Security Correspondent explains what foreign policy may look like under a new Trump presidency.

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November 7, 2024

November 7, 2024 / 55m 47s

Correspondent Jeff Zeleny on Washington's preparations for a second Trump presidency. Finnish President Alexander Stubb on how European allies are reacting to Trump's victory. Ukraine's former Defense Minister Andriy Zagorodnyuk on how Ukraine will be affected by Trump's return. Politico's Jonathan Martin on the implications of Trump's re-election, and what went wrong for the Democrats.

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November 6, 2024

November 6, 2024 / 55m 44s

Fmr. US Ambassador to the EU under Trump, Gordon Sondland, discusses what policy may look like under the new Trump presidency. Evelyn Farkas of The McCain Institute explains the impact Trump's election could have on foreign policy. The Norwegian Refugee Council's Jan Egeland on news impacting the war in Gaza. NYT political reporter Astead Herndon breaks down the election.

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