The World Next Week

TWNW Special: What to Read This Summer 2024 (Replay)

Aug 22, 2024

Deborah Amos, a journalism professor and former NPR international correspondent, shares her summer reading recommendations alongside hosts Robert McMahon and Carla Anne Robbins. They discuss impactful books like Jayne Anne Phillips' 'Night Watch' and the climate-focused 'H Is for Hope.' The conversation delves into the historical narratives behind each pick, such as personal stories from Palestinian experiences and the origins of America’s Iraq invasion. They also touch on essential topics like journalism's evolution amid global conflicts, plus a list of must-see films about media ethics.

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Quick takeaways

The podcast emphasizes the role of educators in fostering global literacy and democratic values to prepare students for future challenges.

Deborah Amos highlights the importance of storytelling in literature, using examples that reflect historical contexts and societal issues.

Deep dives

The Role of Educators in Global Literacy

High school and college faculty play a crucial role in enhancing students' global literacy, a vital component of national security and prosperity. Educators are positioned on the front lines, protecting democratic values while preparing students for a complex world. Institutions like CFR offer educators extensive resources, including free videos, simulations, and classroom activities, that aim to support their teaching efforts. Such resources enable teachers to integrate global perspectives into their curricula, ensuring students are better prepared for the challenges of the future.

Intro

2min

Summer Reads and Historical Insights

19min

Alphabetical Climate Perspectives

5min

The Achilles Trap: Unraveling Iraq's Invasion

6min

Exploring Journalism in Media

9min

Exploring the Engaging Dynamics of British Political Discourse

2min

Summer Insights and Meditative Reflections

2min

This special episode of The World Next Week features a summerlong feast of reading, watching, and listening treats. Deborah Amos, the Ferris Professor of Journalism in Residence at Princeton University and a former international correspondent for National Public Radio, joins CFR’s TWNW hosts Robert McMahon and Carla Anne Robbins to discuss good reads they recommend, books they are looking forward to reading, and other entertainment they are enjoying this summer.

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Bob’s Picks

Elizabeth Kolbert, H Is for Hope: Climate Change from A to Z

Stefan Zweig, The World of Yesterday: Memoirs of a European

Carla’s Picks

Steve Coll, The Achilles Trap: Saddam Hussein, the CIA, and the Origins of America's Invasion of Iraq

Peter Pomerantsev, How to Win an Information War: The Propagandist Who Outwitted Hitler

Deborah’s Picks

Jayne Anne Phillips, Night Watch

Nathan Thrall, A Day in the Life of Abed Salama: Anatomy of a Jerusalem Tragedy

Additional Books, Films, Podcasts, Shows and More Mentioned on the Podcast

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