Stephanie Baker, a Bloomberg News reporter and author of "Punishing Putin," dives deep into the global ramifications of sanctions against Russia post-Ukraine invasion. She discusses the complexities of targeting oligarchs and the intricate balance of political and economic strategies involved. The challenges Western brands face, like McDonald's exit from Russia, are also explored. Baker evaluates the sanctions' effectiveness, highlighting Russia's economic fluctuations and its growing ties with China, bringing to light the implications for future geopolitical dynamics.

Brigid Schulte, an insightful journalist focusing on the future of work, joins Business Insider’s Aki Ito to tackle the overwhelming culture of overwork in America. They discuss the addiction of workaholism and the dangers of excessive dedication, contrasting it with international labor reforms in places like Iceland. Schulte shares the heartbreaking story of 'karoshi,' a tragic outcome of work pressure, and highlights generational shifts in attitudes towards work-life balance. The conversation offers a hopeful vision for transforming workplace culture.

Yale University professor Timothy Snyder argued that freedom is often misinterpreted and offered his thoughts on what freedom is and isn't. He was interviewed by George Washington University political science professor and author Elisabeth Anker. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Journalist Paola Ramos looked at the rise of far-right Latino voters and what it means for America. She was interviewed by New York Times political reporter Jennifer Medina. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Dartmouth College professor Brooke Harrington examined the world of offshore finance, how it works and its impact on the U.S. and globally. She was interviewed by Wall Street Journal U.S. tax policy reporter Richard Rubin. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Former assistant U.S. attorney and law professor Kim Wehle looked at how the pardon system works in the United States. She was interviewed by University of Michigan emeritus professor of law and sociology Richard Lempert. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Breitbart News' Joel Pollak discussed what he thinks a potential second presidential term for Donald Trump should focus on in its first 100 days.  He was interviewed by Reason Magazine editor at large Matt Welch. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Law professor Jonathan Turley highlighted individuals who've fought to exercise & defend the right to free speech throughout U.S. history. He was interviewed by author and American Civil Liberties Union former president Nadine Strossen. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Princeton University professor Eddie Glaude spoke about his views on Black politics & how the Black community moves forward in America's democracy. He was interviewed by Harvard University History, Race, & Public Policy Professor Khalil Gibran Muhammad. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

USA Today's Susan Page spoke about the life and career of Barbara Walters. She was interviewed by former ABC News White House Correspondent Ann Compton. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices