After Words - Season 15 / Year 2022

From his perspective as a longtime member of Congress and a political scientist, Representative David Price (D-NC) discussed the rules and role of Congress, how it has changed over time and how the legislative body can function better . He was interviewed by Representative Gerald Connolly (D-VA).

Theoretical physicist Leonard Mlodinow explored advances in the study of emotion in psychology and neuroscience, which suggest that the power of feelings are equally as important to our success as thinking. He was interviewed by Northeastern University professor of psychology and author Lisa Feldman Barrett. 

How do civil wars start and could one happen again in the U.S.? Barbara Walter examined the warning signs that often precede civil wars and discussed what can be done to stop them. She was interviewed by Smith College Middle East Studies chair and Brookings Institution nonresident senior fellow Steven Heydemann.

Connecticut Democrat Will Haskell talked about his path to becoming a state senator at age 22 and legislation he has worked on since being in office. He was interviewed by Millennial Action Project president and CEO Layla Zaidane.

Representative Ro Khanna (D-CA) looked at the digital divide in America and offered his suggestion on how to close the gap. He was interviewed by founder and editor in chief of The Markup, Julia Angwin.

Wall Street Journal columnist Jason Riley argued that the policies during the Trump administration improved the economic lives of Black people. He was interviewed by Trumpa administration former Acting Chair of the Council on Economic Advisers Tomas Philipson.

Emory University professor Mark Bauerlein argued that the lack of general civics knowledge by millennials poses a threat to America's political and social institutions. He was interviewed by the Federalist's culture editor Emily Jashinsky.

CNN senior legal analyst Laura Coates spoke about her time as a federal prosecutor. She was interviewed by author and Georgetown Law professor and director of their Juvenile Justice Clinic and Initiative Kristin Henning.

Daily Beast journalist Kelly Weill reported on the rise of the Flat Earth movement and other conspiracy theories disseminated through online platforms. She was interviewed by Reason Magazine books editor and author Jesse Walker.

George W. Bush Council of Economic Advisers chair Glenn Hubbard argued that government and business will need to invest more in American workers to offset job losses due to technology advances and globalization. He was interviewed by Harvard University economics professor and former International Monetary Fund chief economist Kenneth Rogoff.

Vince Ellison argued Democratic Party leaders and their progressive policies are purposely misleading the American public and destroying the country. He was interviewed by syndicated columnist and television host Armstrong Williams.

Asia Society president and CEO Kevin Rudd offered his thoughts on how the U.S. and China can co-exist and avoid war in the future. He was interviewed by United States Institute of Peace senior expert on China Carla Freeman

Former U.S. Ambassador to Ukraine Marie Yovanovitch reflected on her career, U.S.-Russia relations, and her congressional testimony during the first impeachment hearings of former President Donald Trump. She was interviewed by New Yorker staff writer Susan Glasser.

Atlanta Journal-Constitution political reporter Greg Bluestein looked at the events that led to Georgia turning purple in the 2020 presidential election and talked about its significance in future state and national elections. He was interviewed by Washington Post national political reporter Eugene Scott.

Former Congressman Will Hurd (R-TX) argued that America needs a "reboot" to address the challenges of the 21st century and offered his thoughts on how to move the country forward. He was interviewed by Congressman Blake Moore (R-UT).

Will the U.S. face a shift in its majority minority demographics? George Mason University professor Justin Gest looked at six countries that experienced changing demographics in the past and how each responded. He was interviewed by Pew Research Center's Mark Hugo Lopez. 

Dr. Deborah Birx provided her first-hand account of the Trump administration's response to the COVID-19 health crisis and discussed preventing the next pandemic. She was interviewed by Georgetown University law professor and director of the Institute for National and Global Health Law Lawrence Gostin.

Forbes Media chairman Steve Forbes offered his thoughts on what's causing inflation in the U.S. and how to fix it. He was interviewed by New York Times economics reporter Jeanna Smialek.

Former Secretary of Defense Mark Esper spoke about his time serving in the Trump administration. He was interviewed by National Defense Industrial Association chair Major General Arnold Punaro (Retired).

Political consultant Kellyanne Conway was the first woman to manage a winning presidential campaign. She shared insights into the 2016 campaign and her time in the Trump administration, and offered her thoughts on the media and the political climate in America. She was interviewed by former Democratic Party interim chair and author Donna Brazile. 

Former NASA Deputy Administrator Lori Garver provided a first-hand account of the efforts to modernize NASA and expand space exploration. She was interviewed by Washington Post space reporter Christian Davenport.

Senator Raphael Warnock (D-GA) talked about his life, faith, and journey in politics. He was interviewed by House Majority Whip James Clyburn (D-SC).

Former Education Secretary Betsy DeVos spoke about her time serving in the Trump administration and offered her thoughts on education reforms to fix schools. She was interviewed by Jeb Bush, former Governor of Florida.

South Dakota Governor Kristi Noem (R) spoke about her life and political career. She was interviewed by Washington Examiner senior political correspondent and author David Drucker.

Former George W. Bush White House press secretary Ari Fleischer argued that mainstream media has a bias and is dominated by the left. He was interviewed by Fox News senior political analyst and author Juan Williams.

Senator Patrick Leahy (D-VT) reflected on his nearly 50 years in the U.S. Senate and some of the legislation he's worked on. He's interviewed by USA Today Bureau Chief Susan Page.

Political columnist & former Fox News political editor Chris Stirewalt argued that the media puts profits over good journalism. Mr. Stirewalt was fired from Fox News after the 2020 election. He was interviewed by Reason Magazine editor and Reason Roundtable podcast host Matt Welch.

Bloomberg News' Mark Bergen looked at the creation & growth of YouTube and how its changed our society. He was interviewed by Politico technology policy reporter Rebecca Kern.

Dallas Mavericks CEO Cynt Marshall spoke about her life and career. She was interviewed by Washington Post sports enterprise reporter Michael Lee.

Brandi Collins-Dexter examined the relationship between Black voters and the Democratic Party. She was interviewed by author and journalist Wesley Lowery.

Former Trump administration official Peter Navarro offered his thoughts on how former President Trump can win the 2024 presidential election. He was interviewed by Washington Examiner senior political correspondent David Drucker.

Representative Cori Bush (D-MO) spoke about her life and advocacy work. She was interviewed by HuffPost editor in chief Danielle Belton.

Tufts University professor Chris Miller traced the history of microchip technology & how it has become the most critically-needed technology globally. He was interviewed by Democratic Congressman Jim Himes (D-CT).

Sociologist Beth Truesdale looked at the future of retirement and whether working longer provides better financial security for workers. She was interviewed by Wellesley College economics professor Courtney Coile.

The New York Times' Emily Flitter reported on the barriers that Blacks and people of color face when interacting with the U.S. financial services industry. She was interviewed by author and Brookings Institution senior fellow Andre Perry.

CBS News' Major Garrett and Center for Election Innovation and Research founder David Becker addressed the allegations of voter fraud in the 2020 election and rebuilding confidence in American democracy. They were interviewed by Politico national investigative correspondent Heidi Przybyla. 

Forbes Magazine's Chloe Sorvino reported on the future of the U.S. meat industry. She was interviewed by former George W. Bush administration Agriculture Secretary Ann Veneman.

Entrepreneur and AOL co-founder Steve Case talked about his efforts to create start up opportunities, spur innovation, and create jobs around the country. He was interviewed by Atlantic Magazine CEO Nicholas Thompson.

Economist Nouriel Roubini offered his thoughts on how the U.S. can avoid what he calls the worst economic catastrophe of our lifetimes. He was interviewed by Wall Street Journal senior writer Jon Hilsenrath.

Former U.S. Capitol Police Chief Steven Sund provided his personal account of the events leading up to the January 6, 2021, riot at the U.S. Capitol. He was interviewed by New York Times congressional reporter Luke Broadwater.