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Join author, activist and commentator Margaret Hoover for a public affairs talk show that delivers a civil and engaging contest of ideas among the brightest minds and voices from across the ideological spectrum.

Andrew Ross Sorkin, discusses the 1929 stock market crash and the causes of the Great Depression.
Sen. Chris Coons discusses China’s efforts to reshape the world order and the U.S. response.
Jessica Riedl discusses the impact of Trump’s tariffs, trade deals and the cost of his tax cuts.
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Elliott Abrams discusses Venezuela’s future and prospects for democracy.
Ken Burns and Sarah Botstein discuss their PBS series “The American Revolution.”
Bari Weiss, editor-in-chief of CBS News, explains antisemitism during an interview in February 2020.
Cindy McCain discusses the global hunger crisis and the risk of starvation in Afghanistan.
Rob Reiner reflects on decades of activism and warns of growing threats to American institutions.
Mark Hertling assesses the Trump administration’s National Security Strategy.
Sam Tanenhaus discusses the life of the architect of the modern American conservative movement.
Dr. Robert George and Dr. Cornel West discuss the need for civil discourse.
Dave Wiskus, founder and CEO of streaming service Nebula, discusses the rise of the creator economy.
Filmmakers Ken Burns and Sarah Botstein discuss their new PBS series “The American Revolution.”
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Elissa Slotkin lays out her economic “war plan” for Democrats and discusses divisions in the party.
Former Vice President Mike Pence assesses President Trump’s second term and strikes against Iran.
José Andrés discusses his approach to humanitarian aid, his work in Ukraine and Gaza.
Lisa Murkowski discusses the U.S. strikes against Iran and the Senate debate over Trump’s tax cuts.
Jason Riley argues race-based college admissions policies failed Black students.
Chris Hughes discusses his book, “Marketcrafters,” about policymakers and political goals.
Peggy Noonan discusses Trump’s second term and the responsibilities of Republicans in Congress.
Juan Williams discusses his book “New Prize for These Eyes.”
Historian Sir Niall Ferguson assesses the first 100 days of President Trump’s second term.
Kelsey Grammer discusses his new book. He also talks about being conservative in Hollywood.
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