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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Jul 14, 2022 • 29min
Zoe Saldaña and Claudia Forestieri on their new series, 'Gordita Chronicles'
Washington Post media writer Elahe Izadi speaks with Claudia Forestieri and Zoe Saldaña about their new comedy series “Gordita Chronicles,” how their own stories informed the show and their work to bring more Latino narratives to television.
Conversation was recorded on Thursday, July 14, 2022.
Jul 14, 2022 • 28min
Deputy Labor Secretary Julie Su on the job shortage and how technology has altered the workforce
Economics editor Damian Paletta speaks with Deputy Labor Secretary Julie Su about how the increasing use of technology in the workplace will impact the future of work.
Jul 13, 2022 • 47min
Entrepreneurs on how the pandemic caused them to reinvent their businesses
Washington Post tech at work writer Danielle Abril speaks to entrepreneurs Brit Morin, Minnie Luong and Shiza Shahid for conversations about how they have reinvented their businesses in the face of record high inflation, supply chain disruptions and an evolving pandemic.
Conversations recorded on Wednesday, July 13, 2022.
Jul 13, 2022 • 30min
Scott Higham and Sari Horwitz on their new book "American Cartel" and the ongoing opioid epidemic
Director Alex Gibney and Washington Post investigative reporters Scott Higham and Sari Horwitz discuss their new book, “American Cartel,” which documents the culpability and complicity of the big business behind the opioid epidemic.
Jul 11, 2022 • 28min
Debra and Marc Tice on their efforts to free their son Austin after being kidnapped in Syria in 2012
Global opinions writer, Jason Rezaian, speaks with Debra and Marc Tice, the parents of freelance journalist Austin Tice, who was kidnapped in Syria during that country’s civil war in August 2012, to discuss their efforts to secure his freedom, their meeting with President Biden about his case and why they remain “100 percent certain” their son is still alive.
Jul 11, 2022 • 44min
Valerie Montgomery Rice and Michael Makanga on disparities in clinical trials
Washington Post senior writer Frances Stead Sellers speaks with Valerie Montgomery Rice, president and CEO of Morehouse School of Medicine, and Michael Makanga, executive director of the European and Development Countries Clinical Trials Partnership, about how medical research has historically excluded diverse groups, how to make research more representative and the lessons learned from the coronavirus pandemic.
Conversation recorded on Monday, July 11, 2022.
Jul 11, 2022 • 32min
Former federal judge Thomas Griffith on the state of the Supreme Court
Washington Post senior news anchor Libby Casey speaks with retired Judge Thomas Griffith, who served on President Biden’s Commission on the Supreme Court assessing proposals for reform, about the impact of the recent decisions and perceptions of the institution.
Jul 8, 2022 • 29min
First Look for July 8 with Karoun Demirjian, Charles Lane and Eugene Robinson
On Washington Post Live’s “First Look,” associate editor Jonathan Capehart speaks with The Post’s Karoun Demirjian, Charles Lane and Eugene Robinson about Russian troops advancing in Ukraine, Biden’s pledge to support Ukraine and if Congress will pursue more gun legislation.
Jul 8, 2022 • 29min
Lena Waithe and Rishi Rajani on their company Hillman Grad and expanding diversity in storytelling
Washington Post associate editor Jonathan Capehart speaks with writer, actor and founder of Hillman Grad Lena Waithe and Hillman Grad CEO Rishi Rajani about the mission of the company and its new projects.
Jul 8, 2022 • 28min
Bryan Cranston and Annette Bening on their new film "Jerry & Marge Go Large"
Movie critic Ann Hornaday speaks with stars Annette Bening and Bryan Cranston to discuss their new Paramount+ film "Jerry & Marge Go Large" and their storied careers.
