Publisher: Book TV
Running Time: 53 Min.
Offered: Weekly
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After Words - C-SPAN Podcast
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Book TV's After Words features the author of a recently published hardback non-fiction book interviewed by a guest host with some knowledge, background, or connection to the subject matter of the book. After Words airs on Book TV every Sunday, at 6pm ET.
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  Great Authors Discuss Their New Books | Each week C-SPAN airs and podcasts their After Words program which features the authors of the latest nonfiction books being interviewed by journalists, public policy makers, and legislators. It''s a podcast worth subscribing to as they almost always have an interesting guest who''s recently finished their book pitted against an interviewer who often has opposing view points and isn''t afraid to ask the tough questions. |
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After Words: Eric Klinenberg, "Going Solo: The Extraordinary Rise and Surprising Appeal of Living Alone," hosted by Kim Blankenship, American University
Author: C-SPAN
Sat, Feb 11, 2012
Mr. Klinenberg explores the growing trend in America of adults of all ages choosing to live alone. He analyzes the impact the trend has on business, politics and culture and predicts significant social change for the country as a result. He discusses his findings with Kim Blankenship, Director of American University's Center on Health, Risk and Society.
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After Words: Deborah Scroggins, "Wanted Women," hosted by Akbar Ahmed, American University
Author: C-SPAN
Sat, Feb 04, 2012
Ms. Scroggins uses the lives of two well-known Muslim women to explore two distinct perspectives on the war on terror and Islamic fundamentalists. Somali-born Ayaan Hirsi Ali fights against Islam with her writings while Pakistani Aafia Siddiqui, who was educated in the U.S., is a strong proponent of jihad. She discusses the lives of both women with former Pakistan ambassador to the United Kingdom, Akbar Ahmed.
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After Words: Zbigniew Brzezinski, "Strategic Vision: America and the Crisis of Global Power," hosted by Michael Hirsch, National Journal
Author: C-SPAN
Sat, Jan 28, 2012
The former U.S. National Security Advisor presents his foreign policy recommendations to restore U.S. status in the world. He discusses his vision with Michael Hirsch, Chief Correspondent of National Journal and former columnist of Newsweeks' "The World from Washington."
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After Words: George Nash, ed. "Freedom Betrayed: Herbert Hoover's Secret History of the Second World War and Its Aftermath," hosted by Richard Norton Smith, George Mason University
Author: C-SPAN
Sat, Jan 21, 2012
Herbert Hoover writes about World War II and the Cold War in what's been called a magnum opus, published 50 years after the former president completed it. In it, he sharply criticizes the wartime decisions of Presidents Roosevelt and Truman and analyzes their consequences. The presidential writings were edited by Hoover expert George Nash, who discusses them with presidential historian Richard Norton Smith, the author of "An Uncommon Man: The Triumph of Herbert Hoover."
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After Words: Chris Matthews, "Jack Kennedy: Elusive Hero," hosted by Sam Donaldson, ABC News
Author: C-SPAN
Sat, Jan 14, 2012
Chris Matthews presents a portrait of President Kennedy rarely seen in a biography, based on personal interviews with those who knew him, records from his school years and published interviews with former First Lady Jacqueline Kennedy. He discusses his discoveries with veteran journalist Sam Donaldson.
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After Words: Jack Abramoff, "Capitol Punishment: The Hard Truth About Washington Corruption From America's Most Notorious Lobbyist," hosted by Eliza Newlin Carney, CQ Roll Call
Author: C-SPAN
Sat, Jan 07, 2012
Once the most influential lobbyist in Washington, Jack Abramoff presents an inside look at the lobbying industry and the power it has on Capitol Hill. He discusses his insights with Eliza Newlin Carney, staff writer for CQ and Roll Call, covering lobbying and influence.
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After Words: Michael Gazzaniga, "Who's in Charge?: Free Will and the Science of the Brain," hosted by Sally Satel
Author: C-SPAN
Sat, Dec 31, 2011
The latest book of the renowned neuroscientist is a collection of his Gifford Lectures on science, religion and philosophy. In them, his fundamental premise is that people are responsible for their actions and should be held accountable, despite any neurochemistry in the brain that may influence specific behaviors. He discusses his theories about ethics and free will with psychiatrist and author Sally Satel.
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After Words: Conor O'Clery, "Moscow, December 25, 1991: The Last Day of the Soviet Union," hosted by Thomas Blanton
Author: C-SPAN
Sat, Dec 24, 2011
The former Irish Times Moscow correspondent details the day that Mikhail Gorbachev resigned as president of the U.S.S.R. and the failed coup that led to that day. He discusses the country's historic transition from communist superpower to open market republic with Thomas Blanton, Director of the National Security Archive.
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After Words: Robert Guest: "Borderless Economics: Chinese Sea Turtles, Indian Fridges and the New Fruits of Global Capitalism," hosted by Cecilia Kang, Washington Post
Author: C-SPAN
Sat, Dec 17, 2011
In "Borderless Economics," Robert Guest argues that cheap travel and internet communication make it easy for immigrants to stay in touch with their home countries. The connection they maintain, he says, creates powerful cross-border networks that foster innovation and economic growth worldwide. Mr. Guest talks about this phenomenon with Washington Post Technology Reporter Cecilia Kang.
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After Words: Niall Ferguson, "Civilization: The West and the Rest," hosted by Susan Jacoby
Author: C-SPAN
Sat, Dec 10, 2011
The acclaimed economist and historian argues that western civilization came to dominate the world by developing and using six concepts: competition, science, the rule of law, modern medicine, consumerism and the work ethic. But the more the rest of the world adopts these concepts, the less the West dominates it. Mr. Ferguson discusses the historic power of several Western empires and their inevitable decline with author and cultural critic Susan Jacoby.
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After Words: Max Hastings, "Inferno: The World at War, 1939-1945" hosted by Toby Harnden
Author: C-SPAN
Sat, Dec 3, 2011
The acclaimed British historian's latest volume on World War II explores the great conflict from the personal point of view. Using detailed stories of the lives of everyday people, Mr. Hastings reveals the individual hardships of civilians who struggled to survive. He also details lesser-explored battles overlooked by history.
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After Words: Clifton Truman Daniel, "Dear Harry, Love Bess: Bess Truman's Letters to Harry Truman 1919-1943" hosted by Margaret Hoover
Author: C-SPAN
Sat, Nov 26, 2011
Clifton Truman Daniel unveils Harry and Bess Truman's letters to each other, providing both personal commentary and historical context to his grandparents' correspondence. The two decades of writings highlight the role the former first lady played in shaping and supporting her husband's career as they approached their life in the White House.
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After Words: Patrick Buchanan, "Suicide of a Superpower: Will America Survive to 2025?" hosted by Ralph Nader
Author: C-SPAN
Sat, Nov 19, 2011
Pat Buchanan argues that America is disintegrating because of three factors: its loss of the Christian faith; moral and social collapse because of that loss; and the death of those who ran the nation for much of its heyday. He discusses his claims with Ralph Nader, consumer advocate and four-time presidential candidate.
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After Words: Corey Robin, "The Reactionary Mind: Conservatism from Edmund Burke to Sarah Palin," hosted by S.E. Cupp
Author: C-SPAN
Sat, Nov 12, 2011
Corey Robin walks through the history of conservatism, examining the philosophies of key figures, such as Edmund Burke and Phyllis Schlafly. He concludes that conservatism has remained the same throughout history and has always opposed movements that demand freedom and equality. He discusses his discoveries with culture critic and columnist S.E. Cupp.
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After Words: Mary Gabriel, "Love and Capital: Karl and Jenny Marx and the Birth of a Revolution," host Bertell Ollman, NYU
Author: C-SPAN
Sat, Nov 05, 2011
In a biography of Karl Marx and his wife Jenny that's been nominated for the National Book Award, Ms. Gabriel explores the private world of the poor writer whose political and economic theories would later influence politics worldwide. She discusses the man and the relationship that sustained him with New York University politics professor Bertell Ollman.
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After Words: Bill Vlasic: "Once Upon a Car: The Fall and Resurrection of America's Big Three Automakers - GM, Ford, and Chrysler," host former Gov. Matt Blunt
Author: C-SPAN
Sat, Oct 28, 2011
The Detroit bureau chief for the New York Times describes the financial crisis of 2008 from inside the board rooms of the nationÂ’s big three automakers, and details why one survived the downturn without government assistance. He discusses his findings with the president of the American Automotive Policy Council and former Missouri governor Matt Blunt.
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After Words: Nicholas Wapshott, "Keynes Hayek: The Clash That Defined Modern Economics," hosted by Matthew Bishop, The Economist U.S. Business Editor
Author: C-SPAN
Sat, Oct 21, 2011
Acclaimed journalist and biographer Nicholas WapshottÂ’s tackles the virtues of the free-market versus government intervention in the economy. He discusses this clash and the two men who made the debate a central focus of modern economics with Matthew Bishop, U.S. Business Editor and New York Bureau Chief of The Economist magazine.
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After Words: Daniel Yergin, "The Quest: Energy, Security, and the Remaking of the Modern World," hosted by Dina Cappiello, Associated Press
Author: C-SPAN
Sat, Oct 15, 2011
Mr. Yergin's continuation of his Pulitzer Prize winning book "The Prize," describes the impact the oil industry has on international politics and the environment. He discusses his long-awaited follow-up with Associated Press Energy Writer Dina Cappiello.
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After Words: Susan Herman, "Taking Liberties: The War on Terror and the Erosion of American Democracy," hosted by Viet Dinh, Georgetown Law
Author: C-SPAN
Sat, Oct 07, 2011
Ms. Herman asserts that anti-terrorism laws such as the Patriot Act have damaged the lives of many citizens. Additionally, the ACLU President believes that President Obama has relied on secrecy to maintain these laws, just as President George W. Bush did. She discusses her findings with former Assistant Attorney General and Georgetown law professor Viet Dinh.
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After Words: Bruce Bueno de Mesquita & Alastair Smith, "The Dictator's Handbook," hosted by Anne Gearan, AP National Security Editor
Author: C-SPAN
Sat, Oct 01, 2011
The acclaimed NYU professors explain how autocrats and dictators are able to maintain power by doing whatever is necessary to please the coalition that will help continue their regime. They explore their theory with Associated Press National Security Editor Anne Gearan.
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After Words: Jim Lehrer, "Tension City: Inside the Presidential Debates from Kennedy-Nixon to McCain-Obama," hosted by Gloria Borger, CNN
Author: C-SPAN
Sat, Sep 24, 2011
Jim Lehrer, veteran newsman and prolific writer, discusses some of the more memorable moments of televised presidential debates since 196O. He shares how he developed his questions and kept them secret – and reveals which he believes were better left unasked. He talks with CNN Chief Political Analyst Gloria Borger.
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After Words: Sylvia Nasar, "Grand Pursuit: The Story of Economic Genius"
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Sat, Sep 17, 2011
The bestselling author of "A Beautiful Mind" takes readers through the history of economics, the studyÂ’s most influential theorists and the intellectual pursuits that she believes have helped people all over the world. She talks with U.S. Managing Editor of the Financial Times Gillian Tett.
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