Ceasefire

Cornel West, a philosopher and political activist, and Robert P. George, a conservative legal scholar, engage in a thought-provoking discussion on political integrity and character. They emphasize the need for honest, respectful dialogue in polarized times and denounce political violence. West reflects on his presidential run for social justice, while George shares his resignation from a board over ethical concerns. Republican strategist John Feehery and Democratic strategist Joel Payne analyze economic anxieties affecting voters and discuss the implications of upcoming elections.

Panel 1: Host Dasha Burns sits down with Florida Democratic Congressman Jared Moskowitz, and Tennessee Republican Congressman Tim Burchett for a bipartisan dialogue on the Epstein files, health care, and top issues facing the country. Panel 2: Host Dasha Burns is joined by Republican strategist Marc Lotter, former special assistant to President Donald Trump, and Democratic strategist Mo Elleithee, former communications director for the Democratic National Committee. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Host Dasha Burns sits down with former Sen. Doug Jones (D-AL) and former Rep. Steve Stivers (R-OH), plus conversations with Republican strategist Hogan Gidley, and Democratic strategist Ashley Etienne Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Join former DNC Chair Donna Brazile, a veteran strategist, and former RNC Chair Ronna McDaniel, an expert in Republican outreach, for a lively discussion on the evolving landscape of American politics. They tackle party evolution since 2016, outreach strategies, and the recent elections' implications. With insights from strategists Terry Holt and Meghan Hays, they debate the impact of new progressive voices and the challenges of campaign messaging. Additionally, they explore the repercussions of potential government shutdowns and the ongoing influence of Trump on the GOP.

Host Dasha Burns sits down with Utah Republican Senator John Curtis and Democratic Congressman Scott Peters of California for a bipartisan, bicameral dialogue on the top issues facing the country, including the government shutdown, the future of health care, and foreign policy challenges facing the Trump administration. Then, host Dasha Burns is joined by Republican strategist Brendan Buck, press secretary for former House Speaker John Boehner (R-OH) and counselor to former House Speaker Paul Ryan (R-WI), and Democratic strategist Anna Greenberg, lead pollster for several congressional and senate campaigns. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Host Dasha Burns is joined by Sen. James Lankford (R-OK) & Sen. Chris Coons (D-DE), plus conversations with Republican strategist Ron Bonjean & Democratic strategist Chuck Rocha. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Host Dasha Burns is joined by Oklahoma Governor Kevin Stitt (R) and Maryland Governor Wes Moore (D), plus conversations with Adam Jentleson, former chief of staff to Senator John Fetterman (D-PA) and top aide to former Senate Majority Leader Harry Reid (D-NV), and Doug Heye, former RNC communications director and senior adviser to former House Majority Leader Eric Cantor. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Host Dasha Burns is joined by former Vice President Mike Pence and former Obama Chief of Staff and Chicago Mayor Rahm Emanuel, plus conversations with former Trump Press Secretary Sean Spicer and Faiz Shakir, senior adviser to Sen. Bernie Sanders. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Beginning Friday October 10, C-SPAN introduces Ceasefire, a new weekly series that takes a different approach to political conversation. In an era when conflict often grabs the spotlight, Ceasefire creates space for something quieter but no less important: thoughtful dialogue between leaders who don’t always agree, but are willing to listen. C-SPAN’s mission is to show the full picture of American democracy—from fiery floor debates to measured committee work. Ceasefire builds on that commitment by focusing on the kind of cross-party conversations that often happen behind the scenes, but rarely get airtime. The network that doesn't take sides is producing Ceasefire to showcase what often gets overlooked in politics: the quiet, serious work of governing across differences. No shouting matches, no viral takedowns – just two leaders committed to listening, understanding, and finding common ground, united by a shared commitment to the country’s future. It’s not about pretending there aren’t differences. It’s about showing that even in disagreement, dialogue is possible. The aim is simple: to show the country that Americans wearing different political “jerseys” can still sit down together, listen, learn, and work toward shared goals. These leaders may disagree on policy, but they agree on something more fundamental—the belief that our democracy works best when we work together. It’s a fresh take on political television—grounded in respect, driven by substance, and focused on what connects us. Ceasefire offers a front-row seat to the kind of conversations that remind us what's possible when leaders choose to engage thoughtfully. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices