Washington Post Live
The Washington Post
A podcast from Washington Post Live, the newsroom’s live journalism platform, where top-level government officials, business leaders, cultural influencers and emerging voices discuss the most pressing issues driving the news cycle nationally and across the globe.
From one-on-one newsmaker interviews to in-depth multi-segment programs, Washington Post Live brings The Post’s newsroom to life.
From one-on-one newsmaker interviews to in-depth multi-segment programs, Washington Post Live brings The Post’s newsroom to life.
Episodes
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Jul 21, 2020 • 31min
Leadership During Crisis: Houston Mayor Sylvester Turner
Houston Mayor Sylvester Turner in conversation with Washington Post national political reporter Robert Costa about how the city is dealing with a coronavirus resurgence and the mayor’s plans to guide his constituents through this crisis.
Jul 20, 2020 • 26min
A Conversation with SNL’s Colin Jost
“Saturday Night Live” writer and co-anchor of "Weekend Update" Colin Jost speaks with Jonathan Capehart about his new memoir “A Very Punchable Face," putting on the show during a pandemic and political satire in the age of Trump.
Jul 18, 2020 • 28min
The Path Forward: Dining Out with Wolfgang Puck
Renowned chef and restaurateur Wolfgang Puck joins The Post to discuss economic and safety policies aimed at reviving and sustaining the restaurant.
Jul 18, 2020 • 12min
The Path Forward: Dining Out with Marcus Samuelsson
Chef and TV host Marcus Samuelsson joins The Post to discuss the effect of the pandemic on restaurants and explain how the nation’s social justice movement is impacting the industry.
Jul 17, 2020 • 20min
Race in America: Prison Reform with Scott Budnick and Jarrett Harper
“Just Mercy” executive producer and founder of the Anti-Recidivism Coalition, Scott Budnick, and campaign ambassador for Represent Justice, Jarrett Harper, will join the program to discuss the grave impact of the pandemic on U.S. prisons.
Jul 17, 2020 • 23min
Race in America: Prison Reform with Common
Prisons have become hotbeds for COVID-19 with over 57,000 cases recorded since March. Artist and activist Common joins Washington Post Live to talk about his efforts to increase awareness around prison reform.
Jul 17, 2020 • 21min
Chasing Cancer | Patrick Dempsey
We hear from Dempsey Center founder and actor Patrick Dempsey about the unique challenges facing cancer non-profit organizations working to improve access to care and support for families during the pandemic.
Jul 17, 2020 • 26min
Chasing Cancer | Md. Gov. Larry Hogan
Cancer survivor and Maryland Governor Larry Hogan (R) joins The Post to discuss his new book, "Still Standing: Surviving Cancer, Riots, a Global Pandemic, and the Toxic Politics that Divide America."
Jul 17, 2020 • 25min
Chasing Cancer | Ned Sharpless, MD
Ned Sharpless, director of the National Cancer Institute, joins The Post to discuss how COVID-19 is affecting cancer care and treatment across the country.
Jul 15, 2020 • 32min
Race in America: Rep. Pramila Jayapal on Policing, Immigration and Political Change
Rep. Pramila Jayapal (D-Wash.) joins The Post to discuss her new book and her work to bring change to law enforcement across the country.
