Washington Post Live
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A podcast from Washington Post Live, the newsroom’s live journalism platform, where top-level government officials, business leaders, cultural influencers and emerging voices discuss the most pressing issues driving the news cycle nationally and across the globe.
From one-on-one newsmaker interviews to in-depth multi-segment programs, Washington Post Live brings The Post’s newsroom to life.
From one-on-one newsmaker interviews to in-depth multi-segment programs, Washington Post Live brings The Post’s newsroom to life.
Episodes
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Apr 1, 2021 • 30min
Oscar® Spotlight: “My Octopus Teacher”
“My Octopus Teacher” directors Pippa Ehrlich and James Reed join The Post to discuss the film and its Academy Award® nomination for best documentary feature.
Mar 31, 2021 • 31min
A Conversation with UNICEF Executive Director Henrietta Fore
UNICEF executive director Henrietta Fore joins The Post to discuss the impact of the pandemic on the world’s children and the agency’s work with the rollout of vaccines.
Mar 31, 2021 • 49min
Future of Energy with Former U.S. Secretary of Energy Ernest Moniz & Duke Energy CEO Lynn Good
Former energy secretary Ernest Moniz and Duke Energy CEO Lynn Good join The Post to discuss how we can help meet America’s future energy needs.
Mar 31, 2021 • 1h 1min
Opportunity in Crisis: Reimagining a Just Society
Former Housing and Urban Development Secretary Julián Castro, Rep. Marilyn Strickland and Ford Foundation president Darren Walker join The Post to discuss how we can build a more resilient, sustainable and equitable future.
Mar 30, 2021 • 30min
Race in America: Combating Anti-Asian Racism with Rep. Judy Chu & Rep. Mark Takano
Rep. Judy Chu (D-Calif.) and Rep. Mark Takano (D-Calif.) join The Post to discuss the alarming rise in verbal and physical attacks against Asian Americans and calls for action.
Mar 26, 2021 • 37min
A Conversation with Sacha Baron Cohen
“The Trial of the Chicago 7” earned six Oscar® nominations, including best picture and best supporting actor for Sacha Baron Cohen. Cohen joins The Post to discuss the film, how it resonates today and his wide-ranging career.
Mar 26, 2021 • 31min
Coronavirus: Leadership During Crisis with Ohio Gov. Mike DeWine
Ohio Gov. Mike DeWine (R) joins The Post to discuss vaccine distribution in his state, lessons learned and his plans for reopening.
Mar 26, 2021 • 48min
U.S. Higher Education: Rethinking the Possibilities
Leslie Fenwick, dean emeritus of the Howard University School of Education, and André Dua, senior partner at McKinsey & Company, join The Post to discuss the evolving role of higher education.
Mar 25, 2021 • 46min
Compensating College Athletes with Draymond Green & Sen. Chris Murphy
NBA champion Draymond Green of the Golden State Warriors and Sen. Chris Murphy join The Post to discuss the debate surrounding compensating student-athletes and how this new legislation could change the game for the NCAA.
Mar 25, 2021 • 29min
The Optimist: A Conversation with Cynthia Germanotta
Cynthia Germanotta launched the Born This Way Foundation with her daughter, Lady Gaga, in 2012. She joins The Post to talk about the mental health strain on young people during the pandemic and the latest research from the foundation.
