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Firing Line

Firing Line

Join author, activist and commentator Margaret Hoover for a public affairs talk show that delivers a civil and engaging contest of ideas among the brightest minds and voices from across the ideological spectrum.

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  • Friday Sep 19, 7:30 PM PDT on PBS SoCal
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John Malone
26:46
John Malone reflects on his career as an industry pioneer and assesses the state of the media today.
Sen. Chris Coons
26:46
Sen. Chris Coons discusses China’s efforts to reshape the world order and the U.S. response.
Sam Tanenhaus Part 2
26:46
In part two, Sam Tanenhaus further discusses his biography of William F. Buckley Jr.
Sam Tanenhaus
26:46
Sam Tanenhaus discusses his biography of William F. Buckley Jr.
Fei-Fei Li
26:45
Dr. Fei-Fei Li discusses ethical development of AI and the challenge of establishing regulations.
Niall Ferguson
26:46
Niall Ferguson assesses President Trump’s second term and discusses the impact of Trump’s tariffs.
Mike Lawler
26:46
Mike Lawler discusses the impact of Trump’s tax cut bill, developments in Gaza, and Medicaid.
Jessica Riedl
26:46
Jessica Riedl discusses the impact of Trump’s tariffs, trade deals and the cost of his tax cuts.
Elissa Slotkin
26:46
Elissa Slotkin lays out her economic “war plan” for Democrats and discusses divisions in the party.
Mike Pence
26:46
Former Vice President Mike Pence assesses President Trump’s second term and strikes against Iran.
Jose Andres
26:46
José Andrés discusses his approach to humanitarian aid, his work in Ukraine and Gaza.
Lisa Murkowski
26:46
Lisa Murkowski discusses the U.S. strikes against Iran and the Senate debate over Trump’s tax cuts.
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