TED Talks
TED: How to spot authoritarianism — and choose democracy | Ian Bassin
Democracy is about having choices — and authoritarianism is about not having them, says lawyer and writer Ian Bassin. Detailing the seven steps of the authoritarian playbook, he invites us all to put aside our differences and rethink our...
TED Talks
Emma Belcher: 3 questions we should ask about nuclear weapons
There are more than 10,000 nuclear weapons in existence today, each one capable of causing immense destruction. Why don't we talk about this threat as much as some other major issues? In this practical talk, nuclear security expert Emma...
Crash Course
Interest Groups: Crash Course Government and Politics
Today, Craig is going to talk about something you fans out there have been demanding for months - money in politics. Specifically, we're going to talk about special interest groups and their role in the U.S. political system. Special...
Curated Video
Oath of Office
Promises might just seem like words, but in the legal system and government, they’re crucial. Oath of Office is part of a tradition that dates back hundreds of years.
The Wall Street Journal
What Deficit?
Modern Monetary Theory, or MMT, suggests the government can spend as much as it needs to fund ambitious programs such as infrastructure or clean energy, and still pay the bill. Learn how MMT would work and why it is gaining traction in...
NASA
Houston We Have a Podcast: Space City
Prominent local business leaders Cindy DeWease, William Harris, and Bob Mitchell discuss how the presence of the Johnson Space Center in Houston impacts the community and vice versa. HWHAP Episode 85.
The Wall Street Journal
Liz Cheney on the Future of the Republican Party
Representative Liz Cheney (R.,Wyo.), discusses her recent ouster from Republican party leadership, her vision for the GOP and what it will take to push her agenda forward in divided times at the WSJ's Women In.
The Wall Street Journal
Governor Gretchen Whitmer on Her Plan for Michigan's Economic Recovery
Michigan Gov. Gretchen Whitmer discusses vaccination rollout and her hopes for how and when normal life will able to resume across the state following the Covid-19 pandemic.
TLDR News
America's Weird, Small Political Parties Explained - TLDR News
While US Politics is dominated by the Democrats and Republicans, they aren't the only two political parties you might see on the ballot. And while parties like the Libertarians and Greens get some press, they're unlikely to gain any...
TLDR News
Insider Trading in Congress: Ossoff's Plan to Stop Congressional Trading - TLDR News
Over the years a number of Senators have been accused of making millions from insider stock trading. Attempts to stop them before have failed, so some (including Senator Jon Ossoff who we interview in this episode) have a plan to end it...
Curated Video
What to expect from the Democratic National Convention
Joe St. George talks with Democratic Congresswoman Lauren Underwood about the upcoming Democratic National Convention, and what her party is looking to accomplish. (Scripps News)
Bloomberg
Senator Scott on Looming Government Shutdown
Republican Senator Rick Scott of Florida gives his remarks on a potential government shutdown and what funding his state of Florida needs after Hurricane Idalia surfaced. He also discusses whether or not he will vote on a bill that...
Bloomberg
Preet Bharara's Stance on Banks, Hackers and Politics
Oct. 20 -- US Attorney Preet Bharara discusses insider trading, indicting financial institutions, cyber crime's growing concern, and the justice system's role in cleaning up politics with Bloomberg's Erik Schatzker at the 2014 Bloomberg...
Bloomberg
Emerging Market Rout Extends to the Gulf Region
Nov. 14 -- The biggest emerging markets selloff in more than a year has extended to the gulf. Dubai's index is down near the lowest level in six months while Abu Dhabi and Qatar also fell in Sunday trade. Bloomberg's Justin Carrigan...
Bloomberg
How a Trump Presidency May Impact the Middle East
Nov. 6 -- Mishal Kanoo, chairman of Kanoo Group, discusses what a Donald Trump presidency would mean for the Middle East, the rise of anti-globalization and the outlook for oil. He speaks to Manus Cranny and Tracy Alloway on "Bloomberg...
AFP News Agency
CLEAN: Carter says Egypt military likely to retain some power
CLEAN: Carter says Egypt military likely to retain some power
Bloomberg
Emerging Markets Extend Slide for Second Week
Nov. 6 -- Despite the improvements in the U.S. labor market, emerging markets fell for a second week. Bloomberg's Justin Carrigan reports on "Bloomberg Markets: Middle East."
AFP News Agency
CLEAN : March for Truth protests in US criticize Trump Russia ties
Thousands join the March for Truth in New York one of multiple demonstrations across the United States protesting the dubious relations between the Trump administration and the Russian authorities
Bloomberg
Europe Has to 'Try Capitalism,' Not Just Lower Rates: Trennert
Jul.25 -- Jason Trennert, chairman at Strategas Research Partners, discusses European Central Bank policy on "Bloomberg Markets."
Bloomberg
We're in a Perfectly Good Position to Compete Against Anyone, Presidential Candidate Delaney Says
May.06 -- John Delaney former congressman from Maryland and democratic presidential candidate, discusses the key differences between him and other candidates. He speaks with David Westin on Bloomberg's "Balance of Power."
Bloomberg
What You Need to Know About the Middle East (11/11)
Nov. 13 -- Bloomberg's Manus Cranny and Tracy Alloway give you the top First Word headlines on "Bloomberg Markets: Middle East." Watch continued coverage on Bloomberg Television for more issues surrounding oil, investment and markets.
Curated Video
Hundreds March in CA Against Right-Wing Group
Hundreds of people are marching around San Francisco's Alamo Square park holding signs condemning white supremacists and chanting, "Whose streets? Our streets!"
Police in riot gear lined up Saturday along a fence erected...
Curated Video
Hundreds march against right-wing group
Hundreds of people marched on Saturday around San Francisco's Alamo Square park holding signs condemning white supremacists.
Protesters were chanting, "Whose streets? Our streets!"
Police in riot gear lined up...