Scheer Intelligence
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Scheer Intelligence features thoughtful and provocative conversations with "American Originals" -- people who, through a lifetime of engagement with political issues, offer unique and often surprising perspectives on the day's most important issues.
Episodes
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Feb 24, 2017 • 34min
Juan Cole: Be wary of strongmen in the US and abroad
The history professor and essayist talks about Islamophobia and foreign relations under President Trump.
Feb 17, 2017 • 32min
Judy Woodruff: The perfect time to be a journalist
The award-winning journalist talks about women in the press and the next generation of the media.
Feb 10, 2017 • 31min
Geoff Cowan: An aggressive press is essential
Professor Geoff Cowan discusses the need for a strong press and opposition during the Trump presidency.
Feb 3, 2017 • 32min
Steve Wasserman: The future of books
Heyday Books' Steve Wasserman talks about why books are more important now than ever.
Jan 27, 2017 • 34min
Willie Nelson: A Long Story (Part II)
Robert Scheer continues his discussion about music, life, and America with legendary musician Willie Nelson. (EXPLICIT LANGUAGE)
Jan 20, 2017 • 38min
Willie Nelson: A Long Story (Part I)
Robert Scheer sits down with legendary musician Willie Nelson to talk about what makes him an "American Original."
Jan 13, 2017 • 33min
Sergei Plekhanov: A new chapter with Russia
Robert Scheer sits down with Professor Sergei Plekhanov to discuss the United States' future ties with Russia under President-elect Donald Trump.
Jan 6, 2017 • 35min
Lawrence Ferlinghetti: A champion for the Beats
Robert Scheer sits down with Lawrence Ferlinghetti, poet and co-founder of famed City Lights Bookstore to talk about his life and work publishing writers of the Beat Generation.
Dec 23, 2016 • 31min
Janet Yang: A groundbreaking producer
Robert Scheer sits down with Hollywood producer Janet Yang to discuss her connection to China and how it has influenced her career in filmmaking.
Dec 16, 2016 • 31min
Zev Yaroslavsky: A pragmatic Los Angeles politician
Robert Scheer sits down with longtime Californian politician Zev Yaroslavsky to discuss his decades-long career and his take on the presidential election.
