Firing Line with Margaret Hoover (2018)
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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Episodes
- 1 1. Tim Alberta2024-01-05 · 27mJournalist Tim Alberta discusses his new best-selling book exploring evangelical Christians' steadfast loyalty to Donald Trump. He examines the fear driving Christian nationalism a
- 2 2. Tony Gonzales2024-01-12 · 27mCongressman Tony Gonzales (R-TX), who represents nearly half of the U.S.-Mexico border, discusses the influx of migrants, why they’re coming, his policy ideas addressing the crisis
- 3 3. Chris Sununu2024-01-19 · 27mNew Hampshire GOP Gov. Chris Sununu explains why he supports Nikki Haley for president in the lead-up to the crucial first 2024 primary in his state. He discusses her chances again
- 4 4. Deborah Lipstadt2024-01-26 · 27mAmb. Deborah Lipstadt—Biden’s Special Envoy to Monitor and Combat Antisemitism—discusses the spike in hatred toward Jews since Oct. 7 and the silence from many over Hamas’ atrociti
- 5 5. David Petraeus2024-02-02 · 27mRet. Gen. David Petraeus discusses the U.S. response to the Iran-backed militia's drone strike that killed three American troops. He comments on Israel's campaign in Gaza, strategi
- 6 6. Sheila Johnson2024-02-09 · 27mEntrepreneur and philanthropist Sheila Johnson, the co-founder of BET who now owns sports teams and luxury hotels, discusses her memoir “Walk Through Fire” on how she overcame adve
- 7 7. Jared Cohen2024-02-16 · 27mJared Cohen discusses “Life After Power,” his new book about post-presidential roles—from John Quincy Adams’ nine terms in Congress to Herbert Hoover's humanitarian work to George
- 8 8. Firing Line forum: Conservatives on Trump 2.02024-03-15 · 27mAt Hofstra University, Margaret Hoover leads a forum with two conservatives on the impact of a second Trump term. Amanda Carpenter warns of Trump's authoritarian impulses; Mike Gon
- 9 9. Firing Line forum: Examining The Electoral College2024-03-22 · 27mMargaret Hoover moderates a forum at Hofstra U. on whether the Electoral College should be abolished. Save our States founder Trent England argues to keep it while the New York Tim
- 10 10. Jonathan Haidt2024-03-29 · 27mSocial psychologist Jonathan Haidt discusses his new book, "The Anxious Generation," which explores how social media and phone-based parenting led to Gen Z's mental health crisis.
- 11 11. Ari Wallach2024-04-05 · 27mFuturist and author Ari Wallach discusses his PBS series “A Brief History of the Future,” exploring innovations and ideas, from 3-D printed homes to fusion energy, that could solve
- 12 12. Coleman Hughes2024-04-12 · 27mColeman Hughes, podcast host and author of “The End of Race Politics,” argues for a colorblind America. He critiques affirmative action and DEI, calls some anti-racism efforts “neo
- 13 13. Melissa Murray2024-04-19 · 27mConstitutional scholar Melissa Murray discusses Donald Trump’s first criminal trial in Manhattan, the importance of jury selection, the political implications of trying a former pr
- 14 14. Stephen Richer2024-04-26 · 27mMaricopa County Recorder Stephen Richer, a Republican who has taken heat from the GOP for rejecting election lies, discusses the new indictment of Trump allies in Arizona over atte
- 15 15. Frank Bruni2024-05-03 · 27mNYT columnist Frank Bruni discusses his new book, The Age of Grievance, about the culture of victimhood in American politics and society, including on college campuses. He examines
- 16 16. Fareed Zakaria2024-05-10 · 27mJournalist Fareed Zakaria discusses his book, “Age of Revolutions,” and says technological, political, and cultural upheaval may make now the most revolutionary time in history. He
- 17 17. Doris Kearns Goodwin2024-05-17 · 27mPulitzer Prize-winning historian Doris Kearns Goodwin discusses “An Unfinished Love Story,” her new book examining the 1960s through the eyes of her late husband, presidential spee
- 18 18. George Conway2024-05-24 · 27mConservative attorney George Conway defends the merits of the New York hush money case against Trump as the verdict nears. He calls the former president a narcissist who is unfit f
- 19 19. Dan Senor2024-06-14 · 27mAuthor and podcast host Dan Senor discusses the daring rescue of four Israeli hostages in Gaza, prospects for a cease-fire deal, the new U.N. report accusing both Hamas and Israel
- 20 20. Ritchie Torres2024-06-21 · 27mRep. Ritchie Torres of the Bronx, an Afro-Latino Democrat, discusses his split with progressives, Trump’s rally in his district, and Biden’s struggles with voters of color. He refl
- 21 21. Edward O’Keefe2024-06-28 · 27mEdward O’Keefe, CEO of the Theodore Roosevelt Presidential Library Foundation, discusses his book on the 26th president and the five women who shaped him. He also reflects on Roose
- 22 22. Matt Pottinger2024-07-12 · 27mFormer Trump Deputy National Security Advisor Matt Pottinger says China's cold war against the U.S. is intensifying. He discusses tensions over Taiwan, the importance of deterrence
- 23 23. Mike Murphy2024-07-19 · 27mGOP strategist Mike Murphy says Democrats need to replace President Biden on the ticket to have a solid chance in the 2024 election, discusses the ascension of Ohio Sen. J.D. Vance
- 24 24. James Carville2024-07-26 · 27mLegendary political strategist James Carville discusses how President Biden's decision to step aside has reshaped the 2024 election, assesses Vice President Kamala Harris' chances
- 25 25. Jocelyn Benson, Benjamin Ginsberg and David Becker2024-08-02 · 27mMichigan Secretary of State Jocelyn Benson, GOP lawyer Benjamin Ginsberg and election expert David Becker discuss the security and integrity of American elections ahead of November
- 26 26. Joni Ernst2024-08-09 · 27mIowa's Joni Ernst — one of the top Republicans in the U.S. Senate — shares her views on standing up to antisemitism and violence against women, the importance of U.S. support for U
- 27 27. Neil Gorsuch2024-08-16 · 27mSupreme Court Justice Neil Gorsuch discusses his new book "Over Ruled: The Human Toll of Too Much Law" and makes the case that federal agencies and unaccountable bureaucrats have f
- 28 28. Alex Padilla2024-08-23 · 27mCalifornia Sen. Alex Padilla makes his case for Vice President Kamala Harris, explains his opposition to President Biden's border crackdown and argues that Latino voters should sup
- 29 29. Kevin Hassett2024-09-13 · 27mTop Trump White House economic adviser Kevin Hassett discusses this week's presidential debate, defends the former president's economic agenda — including new tariffs — and critiqu
- 30 30. Bill O’Reilly2024-09-20 · 27mFormer Fox News host Bill O'Reilly sits down with Margaret Hoover, a former guest on "The O'Reilly Factor." The conversation covers his new book on America's presidents, the 2024 r
- 31 31. Hillary Clinton2024-09-27 · 27mFormer Secretary of State Hillary Clinton discusses Vice President Kamala Harris' road to the White House, how to stand up to America's rivals abroad, the state of the two major po
- 32 32. Larry Hogan2024-10-04 · 27mFormer GOP Gov. Larry Hogan talks about running for the U.S. Senate in deep-blue Maryland, his message to Democratic voters, his support for abortion rights and how he would remain
- 33 33. Condoleezza Rice2024-10-11 · 27mFormer Secretary of State Condoleezza Rice discusses the perils of isolationism, the need for the U.S. and its allies to stand up to authoritarian states, and her assessment of Isr
- 34 34. Josh Shapiro2024-10-18 · 27mPennsylvania Gov. Josh Shapiro makes his case for Vice President Kamala Harris, discusses how she can win the most closely-watched swing state, and outlines bipartisan efforts to e
- 35 35. Election Panel: Jocelyn Benson, Stephen Richer, Ben Ginsberg2024-10-25 · 27mA panel of election experts — Democrat Jocelyn Benson, Republican Stephen Richer, and GOP election lawyer Ben Ginsberg — discuss how votes will be counted this November, Elon Musk'
- 36 36. H.R. McMaster2024-11-01 · 27mFormer Trump National Security Advisor H.R. McMaster discusses global threats ahead of next week’s presidential election, evaluates the consequences of Trump’s "disruptive" style,
- 37 37. Jon Meacham2024-11-08 · 27mPulitzer Prize-winning presidential biographer Jon Meacham reflects on former President Trump’s victory over Vice President Harris, how it impacts President Biden’s legacy, and wha
- 38 38. Kori Schake2024-11-15 · 27mAEI senior fellow Kori Schake assesses Donald Trump’s approach to foreign policy, his first Cabinet choices, and how his second presidency could impact America’s allies and adversa
- 39 39. Sebastien Lai, Jonathan Price2024-11-22 · 27mSebastien Lai—whose father, publisher Jimmy Lai, is on trial in Hong Kong for alleged national security crimes—and attorney Jonathan Price discuss the charges, the decline of freed
- 40 40. Alsu Kurmasheva, Maria Ressa and Jonathan Munro2024-12-13 · 27mWith media freedom threatened worldwide, Radio Free Europe/Radio Liberty journalist Alsu Kurmasheva–recently released from wrongful detention in Russia–Nobel laureate Maria Ressa a
- 41 41. Peggy Noonan2024-12-20 · 27mPulitzer Prize-winning columnist Peggy Noonan discusses Trump’s second term, his Cabinet picks, and her new book, "A Certain Idea of America." The former Reagan speechwriter reflec
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