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Senator Bernie Sanders discusses American policy on Israel, warning Biden of potential consequences. Yusef Salaam shares his wrongful conviction story and journey to becoming an NYC Council Member. The podcast also touches on the Chibok kidnapping anniversary in Nigeria and climate challenges worldwide.

Law professor Mary Ziegler discusses Arizona's abortion law impact nationally, including post-Roe v. Wade implications, IVF concerns, and embryo/fetus rights. Also, topics cover Sudan's crisis, identity through storytelling, and reflections on peace and unity.

Legal experts Joey Jackson and Ann Olivarius reflect on the OJ Simpson case, discussing its cultural impact and implications for the legal system. Yusef Salaam shares insights on the Central Park Five injustice and the power of advocacy for change in policing. The podcast explores high-profile trials, media influence on justice, and the enduring legacy of tragic events like the Chibok school kidnapping.

In the wake of October 7th, when Hamas murdered 1,200 Israelis, Senator Bernie Sanders spoke out in favor of Israel’s right to defend itself. But now he says Israel is violating international law, arguing “the United States cannot continue to be complicit in the horror that is taking place now." Senator Sanders joins the program from Capitol Hill to discuss America’s politics at home and abroad. Also on today's show: Michelle O’Neill, First Minister of Northern Ireland; global affairs journalist Emily Tamkin  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

What leverage does America still yield, whether in Israel, in Ukraine, or beyond? And is it as good as its word? There is a rising sense that the values America says it represents in the world are not reflected in its actions. For decades, Wendy Sherman was at the center of the US foreign policy establishment. Serving under three Presidents and five Secretaries of State, Sherman was Antony Blinken’s top deputy until she retired last summer. She joins Christiane from Washington DC and helps us understand the answers to these questions. Also on today's show: actor Michael Douglas; Judy Craymer, Director/Creator, "Mamma Mia"  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Across the Americas people looked up today, as a total solar eclipse journeyed across Mexico, toward the United States and Canada. The skies above delivered a huge communal opportunity across what can only be described as a bitterly divided country. As it started to pass across the Americas, physicist, mathematician, and author Brian Greene joined the program to discuss what made it so special. Also on today's show: Sharone Lifschitz, Father held hostage in Gaza; David Autor, Ford Professor of Economics, MIT  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Yyocheved Lifschitz shares the harrowing experience of being a hostage in Israel. Bassem Youssef, the 'Jon Stewart of the Arab world,' discusses his satirical take on the Gaza crisis. The podcast also reflects on the Rwanda genocide and the upcoming eclipse mania.

A new IDF report blames "mistaken identification" for the airstrike on Monday that killed seven aid workers in Gaza. Joe Biden has given Benjamin Netanyahu an ultimatum - protect civilians and aid workers, or Washington could reign in its support. Within hours of their phone call, the Israeli leader announced additional aid routes. For Gazans, help cannot come fast enough as millions remain on the brink of starvation. Amid the growing international and domestic anger, Israeli economy minister Nir Barkat joined the show from New York.  Also on today's show: Temidayo Aganga-Williams, Former Senior Investigative Counsel, House January 6th Committee / Former Federal Prosecutor; Ari Wallach, Host, "A Brief History of the Future"  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Rwandan Human Rights Activist Paul Rusesabagina discusses the Rwandan genocide, forgiveness, and justice post-conflict. Also, the podcast delves into General Romeo Delaire's UN mission failure, personal struggles during the genocide, and the impact of fame on individuals. Additionally, it explores the influence of white evangelicals in American politics and the emergence of ex-vangelicals as a potential political force.

Former US Ambassador to NATO and former US Special Representative for Ukraine, Kurt Volker, discusses NATO's support for Ukraine, international outrage over Israel's actions, March Madness excitement, healthy diets, tragic loss of aid workers in Gaza, and a remarkable story of unity during the Holocaust. Comedian Bassem Youssef and Charlie Sykes also share insights on global affairs and political dilemmas.