Amanpour

Episodes

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  Brazil About To Move Right Again?  05.10.2026 56m

  A triumph for the far right in Brazil, after presidential elections on Sunday saw Flavio Bolsonaro surpass expectations to beat incumbent Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva. With neither candidate past the 50% threshold, they are heading for a runoff on October 25, where Flavio is expected to be the favorite. His victory would not only shift Brazilian politics back to the right, it could also have significant consequences for the country's democracy and relations with the US. Brian Winter, Editor-in-Chief of Americas Quarterly, joins the show to discuss.   Also on today's show: Hanna Notte, Author, "We Shall Outlast Them"; CNN Senior International Correspondent Melissa Bell; Tamryn Spruill, Author, "The W: A History of the WNBA"    Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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  The Eyes of the World are Watching the US Midterm Elections 03.10.2026 42m

  The whole world is eager to see how Americans will vote next month in the midterm elections. With sinking polling, and rising energy costs, President Trump and the GOP appear to be fighting an uphill battle. Christiane speaks with Marc Short, who was Vice President Mike Pence's Chief of Staff. Then, what a New York City subway killing reveals about feelings of abandonment in America. Anand Giridharadas joins on his new book "Man in the Mirror," Also, a play-by-play of the aviation disaster that almost was. Jeremy Diamond reports on the brave passengers who helped save the Israel-bound Flydubai flight. Plus, author Ben Macintyre brings us the fascinating story of "Redwood," the Soviet spy who defected to British Intelligence in the hopes of curing his erectile dysfunction. Seriously. And from the archives, as Germans are torn apart by divisive politics today, we look back at the nerves across the continent when East and West planned to reunite. Air date: October 3, 2026 Guests: Marc Short Anand Giridharadas Ben Macintyre Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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  America’s Role in Gaza  02.10.2026 56m

  Nearly three years into Israel's war in Gaza, the UN says the territory is now facing the worst economic crisis in history, with 80% of buildings damaged or destroyed, most of its population still displaced. In his new book, “Crossing the Red Line,” journalist Akbar Shahid Ahmed goes back to the beginning of this war, offering a rare look at what was happening inside Biden's White House, and the private debates, disagreements and decisions that shaped America's policy on Gaza. He joins Christiane from New York.   Also on today’s show: Anand Girdharadas, Author, "Man in the Mirror"; Kevin Roose, Author, “The AGI Chronicles”    Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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  US Democratic Senator Chris Coon  01.10.2026 56m

  Russia hit a school in Kyiv today, in broad daylight. Luckily the children and staff were sheltering and unharmed. But as Ukraine's children continue to live under the ferocity of Russia's missiles, America stands by, instead choosing to exclude key allies like Britain, France and the Baltic states from a NATO meeting next month. Democratic Senator Chris Coons, who serves on the Senate Foreign Relations Committee, joins the show from DC.  Also on today's show: Phil Gunson, Senior Analyst, Andes Region, International Crisis Group; Nikole Hannah-Jones, Domestic Correspondent, The New York Times Magazine    Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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  Pilot on Israel-Bound Flight Stabbed  30.09.2026 56m

  According to Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, a pilot on an Israel-bound flight was stabbed by another pilot. The FlyDubai plane, with nearly 200 people aboard, was forced to make an emergency landing in Saudi Arabia after crew members and passengers apparently overpowered the assailant. Many of those passengers on board have now made it home, arriving at Israel Ben Gurion Airport. Correspondent Eleni Giokos joins Christiane from Dubai with the latest.   Also on today's show: Marc Short, former Chief of Staff to Vice President Mike Pence; economics professor Mariana Mazzucato, author of "The Common Good Economy"; Joshua Cooper Ramo, Author, "Darwin's Lock"    Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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  The Impact of ICE's Massive Arrest Campaign  29.09.2026 55m

  This summer has seen a massive surge in arrests by US Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE), reaching near-record highs in almost every state. Now ICE is preparing to expand its detention capacity to 100,000 beds. Aaron Reichlin-Melnick, Senior Fellow at the American Immigration Council, joins the program to discuss what this new phase of President Trump’s immigration crackdown looks like.  Also on today's show: Simon Sebag Montefiore, Author, “The Cauldron”; Malcolm Gladwell, Author, “The American Way of Killing”  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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  Secular France Welcomes Pope Leo  28.09.2026 56m

  In Paris, some 800,000 people thronged to the Champs-Élysées to welcome Pope Leo. During a visit to the "miracle shrine" town of Lourdes, he acknowledged that the Catholic Church must admit its own failings and heal "deep wounds" before meeting with seven survivors of abuse. Though once staunchly Catholic, only five percent of French people now say they attend Church regularly. David Gibson, director of the Center on Religion and Culture at Fordham University, and Father Thomas Reese, a senior analyst at the Religion News Service, join Christiane to discuss the Pope's visit.  Also on today's show: author Ben Macintyre, "Redwood"; Tony Plohetski, Investigative Reporter, Austin American-Statesman    Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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  Global Dialogues: Leaders at the UN Summit 26.09.2026 42m

  Big discussions from the UN. Join Christiane Amanpour as she talks with influential leaders like Mayor Zohran Mamdani, President Ursula von der Leyen, and Brazil's President Lula. Get their take on today's pressing issues. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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  Qatar's Role In Peace Talks  25.09.2026 56m

  At this week's UN General Assembly, President Trump threatened to “annihilate” Iran, and defended a worldview where, as he put it, “to the victor belong the spoils.” But behind the scenes in New York, diplomacy is also underway. Top US and Iranian officials have held their first talks since the June ceasefire unraveled, mediated by Qatar. And Doha is also at the center of efforts over Gaza, from the Board of Peace to questions over its past funding of Hamas. Christiane Amanpour spoke with Qatar's prime minister, Sheikh Mohammed bin Abdulrahman al Thani in New York.   Also on today's show: NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte; Alon Shaya, Author, "Memories of a Good Meal"    Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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  European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen  24.09.2026 56m

  President Trump is hosting Chinese leader Xi Jinping at a major summit today. Europe will be watching closely, and the EU itself has much to grapple with, from a resurgent far-right, to the threat from Russia, to managing its relationship with the US. European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen joins Christiane for an exclusive interview at the United Nations to discuss all this.   Also on today's show: Kevin Rudd, Former Prime Minister of Australia / Global President and CEO, Asia Society; Tjada D'Oyen McKenna, CEO, Prosper Global    Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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  Facing Putin's Threat  23.09.2026 55m

  Among the world's many challenges being discussed at the UN General Assembly is the increasingly dire threat posed by Vladimir Putin's Russia. The countries most at risk from Putin's posturing are the Baltic states - Latvia, Lithuania, and Estonia. Estonia's Foreign Minister Margus Tsahkna joins Christiane to discuss how Western leaders can navigate this moment.   Also on today's show: Tom Fletcher, UN Under-Secretary-General for Humanitarian Affairs; Ivan Krastev, Chairman, Centre for Liberal Strategies    Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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  New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani  22.09.2026 56m

  World leaders are gathering at the UN today. President Trump again threatened Iran, saying it faced a choice between making a deal to end the war or annihilation. There is one politician who is managing to maintain a working relationship with Trump, while also strongly disagreeing on policy - Zohran Mamdani, Democratic Socialist and first Muslim mayor of New York. Right after meeting with Trump in New York, he joined Christiane for an exclusive interview at City Hall.  Also on today's show: Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sanchez; musician Sara Bareilles, joined by the director of a new documentary about her, Josh Alexander    Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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  Brazil President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva 21.09.2026 56m

  World leaders are gathering in New York for the United Nations General Assembly, and looming large is President Trump and his view of the international rules of the road. Brazil President Lula da Silva is joining other middle powers to push back against what they call the return of “spheres of influence and power politics.” He is also running for an unprecedented fourth term and faces a tight race against Flavio Bolsonaro, whose imprisoned father, former President Jair Bolsonaro, still has powerful allies in Trump’s Washington. Christiane sat down with the Brazilian president ahead of his speech.Also on today's show: CNN Chief Media Analyst Brian Stelter; Vulture journalist Alex Jung Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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  ICC Deputy Prosecutor Nazhat Khan   18.09.2026 56m

  This week, former Philippines President Rodrigo Duterte faced the International Criminal Court (ICC) over alleged crimes against humanity. But as the ICC confronts US sanctions and internal leadership turmoil, current and former officials warn the global legal order is eroding. Deputy Prosecutor of the ICC Nazhat Khan joins the program from The Hague.  Also on today's show: Former Secretary of the Smithsonian Lonnie G. Bunch III; Francis Fukuyama, author, "In the Realm of the Last Man: A Memoir"    Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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  Canada Reaches Out to EU  17.09.2026 56m

  Canada and the European Union announced the start of a new relationship, setting Ottawa on the path to become the EU's first "associate member." The unprecedented transatlantic move comes after the United States has targeted its neighbor and old ally, imposing big tariffs and threatening to make it a 51st state. John Manley is Canada's former Deputy Prime Minister, Finance Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs, and he joins Christiane from Ottawa to discuss what the announcement actually means.   Also on today's show: Anthony Gardner, Former US Ambassador to the EU; former Washington Governor Jay Inslee; author Jacob Weisberg ("Profiles in Cowardice")  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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  Russia-Ukraine War Raising Alarm Bells  16.09.2026 56m

  Russia's war on Ukraine is raising alarm bells again in Europe. After a train attack in Poland and a shot down drone in Lithuania, NATO has responded with strong warnings. Meanwhile, President Trump pushes for de-escalation, with the US proposing a mutual halt in Russian and Ukrainian strikes on critical infrastructure. Former US Ambassador to the OSCE Michael Carpenter joins the program from Prague.   Also on today's show: Dexter Filkins, Staff writer, The New Yorker; Jason Koebler, Co-founder and journalist, 404 Media    Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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  SCOTUS Scuttles Trump Mail Ballot Restrictions  15.09.2026 56m

  The Supreme Court blocked President Trump's efforts to restrict mail-in ballots less than two months before the November mid-term elections. It's a ruling that has potentially saved a third of American voters from being disenfranchised. Staff writer for the Atlantic Toluse Olorunnipa and President of the Brennan Center Michael Waldman join the program to discuss the SCOTUS ruling.  Also on today's show: Naomi Klein & Astra Taylor, co-authors, "End Times Fascism"; Rana Foroohar, Associate Editor, Financial Times  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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  Former OpenAI Board Member Helen Toner  14.09.2026 55m

  CEOs of leading AI companies are jointly calling for a slowdown, as developers fear they could lose control of their own powerful technology. Leading the charge is Anthropic head Dario Amodei, who warns that building the systems too fast is "reckless." Is AI an existential threat? Bianna Golodryga speaks with Helen Toner, a former board member at Open AI.     Also on today's show: Hisham Al-Omeisy, Senior Yemen Adviser, European Institute of Peace; Theodore Johnson, Commander, U.S. Navy (Ret.)    Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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  How 9/11 Changed the World 12.09.2026 43m

  Twenty-five years after the September 11th attacks, Christiane looks back at the day that changed America and reshaped the world. Former U.S. Ambassador to NATO Nicholas Burns reflects on the global solidarity that followed 9/11 and the wars and upheaval that came next. Then, as Israel faces growing international isolation over Gaza and the occupied West Bank, former Israeli Prime Minister Ehud Olmert joins Christiane. In Yemen, CNN’s Nic Robertson gets rare access to an island at the heart of a battle with Iran-backed Houthis that could further threaten global oil supplies. Plus, as warnings grow about the risks posed by artificial intelligence and the enormous data centers powering it, Tennessee State Representative Justin Pearson tells Christiane why communities are pushing back. And from the Amanpour archives: in the extraordinary weeks after 9/11, Christiane reports from Kabul, where she and her team uncovered documents offering a glimpse inside the terror networks America had gone to war to defeat.   Air date: September 12, 2026   Guests: Nicholas Burns, former U.S. Ambassador to NATO Ehud Olmert, former Prime Minister of Israel Justin Pearson, Tennessee State Representative   Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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  Remembering 9/11  11.09.2026 56m

  25 years ago today, the world changed. The September 11, 2001 attacks impacted not just the United States, but the very psyche of the free world. Journalist and author Steve Coll and former State Department adviser Vali Nasr join the program to reflect on that extraordinary day and the events that followed.  Also on today's show: Paul Greengrass, Director, "The Uprising"; Janet Reitman, Author, "The Inheritance"  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices