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.
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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.
Mar 24, 2021 • 32min
New Government: 117th Congress with Sen. Kevin Cramer
Sen. Kevin Cramer (R-N.D.) joins The Post to share his concerns about the $1.9 trillion American Rescue Plan, his priorities on energy and the future of the Republican Party.
Mar 24, 2021 • 45min
Climate Solutions: Preserving Our Water Systems with Matt Damon, Arun Krishnamurthy & Gary White
Matt Damon and Gary White, co-founders of Water.org and WaterEquity, and Arun Krishnamurthy, founder of the Environmentalist Foundation of India, join The Post to discuss innovative ideas for expanding access to clean and safe sources of water.
Mar 24, 2021 • 32min
Rise in Violent Crime with Columbia, S.C. Mayor Steve Benjamin & Fresno, Calif. Mayor Jerry Dyer
Fresno, California Mayor Jerry Dyer and Columbia, South Carolina Mayor Steve Benjamin join The Post to discuss the rise in violent crimes, strategies to keep their communities safe and the challenges of policing in a pandemic.
Mar 19, 2021 • 28min
Coronavirus: Leadership During Crisis with Fort Worth Mayor Betsy Price
Fort Worth Mayor Betsy Price joins The Post to discuss her city’s covid-19 response and the impact of the recent winter storms.
Mar 19, 2021 • 51min
Be Well: The Value of Self-Care
The Chopra Foundation founder Deepak Chopra, MD, Thrive Global CEO Arianna Huffington and Yale psychologist Laurie Santos join The Post to discuss the value of self-care.
