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Race in America: Giving Voice with Roy Wood Jr.

Roy Wood Jr., correspondent for "The Daily Show with Trevor Noah," is known for taking on big issues from race to police reform to the state of politics in his work. On Tuesday, Jan. 4 at 11:00 a.m. ET, Washington Post media reporter Elahe Izadi speaks with Wood Jr. about his recent special, "Imperfect Messenger,” exploring America through the lens of comedy and his Alabama roots.
Upcoming Programs

Jan. 6: One Year Later with Aquilino Gonell & Donell Harvin, DrPH

The attack on the U.S. Capitol on January 6 has had an undeniable impact on the people who were there that day. Join Washington Post Live on Tuesday, Jan. 4 at 1:00 p.m. ET when former Chief of Homeland Security and Intelligence for the District of Columbia Donell Harvin, and others who were on the frontlines that day, discuss how the events at the U.S. Capitol played out in front of them and the impact it has had on their lives.
  • Tuesday, January 04 at 1:00 PM EST

Coronavirus: Vaccines & Variants with Kizzmekia S. Corbett, PhD

Kizzmekia S. Corbett, PhD led the National Institutes of Health team that developed the Moderna COVID-19 vaccine. Currently an assistant professor at Harvard University’s T.H. Chan School of Public Health, and recently named one of Time magazine’s 2021 Heroes of the Year, Corbett joins Washington Post senior writer Frances Stead Sellers to discuss the rise of the omicron variant and the development, current use and future possibilities of the groundbreaking mRNA vaccine technology. Join Washington Post Live on Tuesday, Jan. 4 at 2:30 p.m. ET.
  • Tuesday, January 04 at 2:30 PM EST

Jan. 6: One Year Later with Rep. Jamie Raskin (D-Md.)

Rep. Jamie Raskin (D-Md.) was returning to the U.S. Capitol on January 6, 2021, to help certify the 2020 presidential election results, just days after the tragic death of his only son. Join Washington Post Live on Wednesday, Jan. 5 at 11:00 a.m. ET for a conversation with Raskin about his experiences that day and his work on the Jan. 6 Select Committee.
  • Wednesday, January 05 at 11:00 AM EST

Free to State with Paul Clement, Jonah Goldberg & Nadine Strossen

In our highly charged and deeply divided political climate, the debate over the meaning of freedom of speech and the First Amendment has become more polarized. On the one-year anniversary of the unlawful siege on the U.S. Capitol, join Washington Post Live on Thursday, Jan. 6 for a robust series of discussions focused on interpretations of the First Amendment in this era of increasing partisanship and political rancor.
  • Thursday, January 06 at 11:00 AM EST

First Look with The Post’s Jonathan Capehart & Paul Kane

Washington Post Live’s “First Look” offers a smart, inside take on the day’s politics. Jonathan Capehart will host a reporter debrief followed by a roundtable discussion with Washington Post columnists. Tune in for news and analysis you can’t get anywhere else on Friday, January 7 at 9:00 a.m. ET.
  • Friday, January 07 at 9:00 AM EST

Afghan Refugee Crisis with Filippo Grandi

As the Afghan winter sets in, the United Nations Refugee Agency is appealing for more support amid acute and increasing humanitarian needs for the 3.5 million people displaced by regional conflict. Join Washington Post Live on Friday, Jan. 7 at 11:00 a.m. ET for a conversation with the U.N. High Commissioner for Refugees, Filippo Grandi, about the escalating needs of refugees in Afghanistan.
  • Friday, January 07 at 11:00 AM EST

Lindsey Vonn, Author, “Rise: My Story”

Lindsey Vonn is a world champion athlete, three-time Olympic medalist and the most decorated female skier in history. In her first memoir, “Rise: My Story,” Vonn shares stories of her record-breaking skiing career, her struggle with depression and the bold decisions that helped her break down barriers on and off the slopes. Join Washington Post opinions writer Jonathan Capehart on Tuesday, Jan. 11 at 1:00 p.m. ET.
  • Tuesday, January 11 at 1:00 PM EST
Past Programs

Leadership During Crisis with Francis S. Collins, MD, PhD

Francis S. Collins, MD, PhD, director of the National Institutes of Health, is stepping down as head of the agency after serving three U.S. presidents for more than a decade. On Friday, Dec. 17 at 2:15 p.m. ET, Collins joins Washington Post senior writer Frances Stead Sellers to discuss his legacy at the helm of the nation's top biomedical organization and assess the latest developments in the fight against the coronavirus pandemic.
  • 5 days ago

First Look with The Post’s Jonathan Capehart, Jacqueline Alemany, Donna F. Edwards & Charles Lane

Washington Post Live’s “First Look” offers a smart, inside take on the day’s politics. Jonathan Capehart will host a reporter debrief followed by a roundtable discussion with Washington Post columnists. Tune in for news and analysis you can’t get anywhere else on Friday, December 17 at 9:00 a.m. ET.
  • 5 days ago

“The Lost Daughter”: A Conversation with Maggie Gyllenhaal

Maggie Gyllenhaal will join Washington Post live to discuss her feature directorial debut, "The Lost Daughter,” starring Olivia Colman, Dakota Johnson and Jessie Buckley. On Thursday, Dec. 16 at 1:00 p.m. ET, chief film critic Ann Hornaday will talk with the actress/director about the new film, based on Elena Ferrante's novel.
  • 6 days ago

The Path Forward: Manufacturing with Revathi Advaithi

As one of the world’s largest manufacturing services companies, Flex sits at the center of the global supply chain. On Thursday, Dec. 16 at 11:00 a.m. ET, Washington Post editorial writer and columnist Heather Long speaks with Revathi Advaithi, CEO of Flex, about the structural causes and potential solutions for the current supply chain bottlenecks, the future of manufacturing and leading a company with over 160,000 employees in 30 countries through the coronavirus pandemic.
  • 6 days ago

The Future of Democracy with Isobel Coleman, Chris Krebs & Michael McFaul

Join Washington Post Live on Thursday, Dec. 16 at 9:30 a.m. ET for a series of conversations about the future of democracy and the greatest threats faced by democracies worldwide. USAID Deputy Administrator for Policy and Programming Isobel Coleman discusses the Agency’s work abroad to strengthen democracy, human rights and governance, and former U.S. Ambassador to Russia Michael McFaul and former Director for the Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency Christopher Krebs talk about the power of technology to shape and distort political discourse and freedom of the press around the world.
  • 6 days ago

“Capehart” with Jonathan Capehart, Rex Miller & Sam Pollard

The first Black man to win the Australian Open, the U.S. Open and Wimbledon, Arthur Ashe is the focus of a new documentary “Citizen Ashe” that details the life and career of the barrier-breaking tennis champion. On Tuesday, Dec. 14 at 11:00 a.m. ET, co-directors Rex Miller and Sam Pollard join Jonathan Capehart to discuss Ashe’s legacy in sports, his activism in fighting apartheid in South Africa and raising awareness about the AIDs epidemic.
  • Dec 14

Race in America: Giving Voice with Gloria Calderón Kellett

Gloria Calderón Kellett has a wide-ranging career as an actor, director, screenwriter and showrunner. On Monday, Dec. 13 at 1:30 p.m. ET, Washington Post national correspondent Arelis R. Hernández speaks with Calderón Kellett about her new comedy series, “With Love,” her mission to reflect more joy in the representation of Latinos on screen and the changing entertainment landscape for creators.
  • Dec 13

Protecting Our Planet: Investing in Green Energy with John Doerr & Kelly Speakes-Backman

Join Washington Post Live on Monday, Dec. 13 at 11:00 a.m. ET for a series of conversations about investing in green energy. Venture capitalist and author John Doerr and other industry experts discuss how green energy investments impact manufacturing, business development and international trade.
  • Dec 13

Race in America: Giving Voice with Billy Porter

Billy Porter is an actor, singer, director, composer and playwright who has won an Emmy, Grammy and Tony. On Friday, Dec. 10 at 1:00 p.m. ET, Washington Post opinions writer Jonathan Capehart speaks with Porter about his new memoir, his role on the groundbreaking drama “Pose” and the healing power of art.
  • Dec 10

First Look with The Post’s Jonathan Capehart, Hugh Hewitt, Annie Linskey & Eugene Robinson

Washington Post Live’s “First Look” offers a smart, inside take on the day’s politics. Jonathan Capehart will host a reporter debrief followed by a roundtable discussion with Washington Post columnists. Tune in for news and analysis you can’t get anywhere else on Friday, December 10 at 9:00 a.m. ET.
  • Dec 10

Reinventing Small Business with Rep. Sharice Davids (D-Kan.), Kim Pham & Vanessa Pham

The pandemic has had an outsized impact on small businesses that have faced labor market disruptions and supply chain shortages. Join Washington Post Live on Thursday, Dec. 9 at 3:00 p.m. ET for a series of conversations about how small businesses are responding to new pressures in the economy and addressing challenges with rising inflation, limited cash reserves and hiring and retaining employees, featuring sisters and business partners Vanessa Pham and Kim Pham who co-founded a direct-to-consumer food brand, and Rep. Sharice Davids (D-Kan.), chair of the House Small Business Subcommittee for Economic Growth, Tax and Capital Access.
  • Dec 9

“Capehart” with Jonathan Capehart & Rep. Sean Patrick Maloney (D-N.Y.)

He is tasked with keeping the House of Representatives in Democratic hands when voters go to the polls in next year’s midterm election. On Thursday, Dec. 9 at 1:00 p.m. ET, Rep. Sean Patrick Maloney (D-N.Y.), chair of the Democratic Congressional Campaign Committee, talks with Jonathan Capehart about the key issues he believes will dominate the 2022 election cycle and his strategy for keeping the speaker’s gavel in the hands of the Democratic party.
  • Dec 9

Building Ahead: Supply Chain Resiliency with John Drake & Gene Seroka

Record shortages this holiday season are predicted due to unprecedented supply chain problems. On Thursday, Dec. 9 at 10:00 a.m. ET, Washington Post Live examines the impact, causes and potential solutions with Gene Seroka, the executive director of the Port of Los Angeles, and other key players.
  • Dec 9

The Optimist: A Conversation with Amanda Kloots

Amanda Kloots, Broadway actress and co-host of “The Talk,” is also the author of “Live Your Life,” a new book about love, loss and life with her husband Nick Cordero, whose public battle with coronavirus and tragic death captured headlines around the world. On Wednesday, Dec. 8 at 4:00 p.m. ET, Kloots joins Washington Post senior writer Frances Stead Sellers to share stories from her book, reflect on the path forward after experiencing loss and to offer her personal message of optimism, encouragement and faith in these challenging times.
  • Dec 8

50 Years at The Washington Post: Bob Woodward

Bob Woodward started working at The Washington Post in 1971. Best known for his reporting on the Watergate scandal in 1972, he went on to cover nine U.S. presidents, share in two Pulitzer Prizes and write 21 best-selling books. On Wednesday, Dec. 8 at 12:00 p.m. ET, in a special Washington Post Live program, the veteran journalist and acclaimed author will be interviewed by his wife, Elsa Walsh, former New Yorker and Washington Post staff writer, about his storied 50-year career at the Post and his contributions to journalism.
  • Dec 8

COVID 2022 with Gustavo Balderas, Debra Duardo & Anthony S. Fauci, MD

The emergence of the omicron variant is bringing new urgency to the U.S. fight against the coronavirus. As the holidays approach and cases rise, officials are enacting stricter travel and testing guidelines, and telling schools to prepare for a pandemic winter. On Wednesday, Dec. 8 at 10:30 a.m. ET, join the nation's leading infectious disease expert, Anthony S. Fauci, MD, and top school superintendents for a status report on COVID-19 as we look to 2022 -- from the latest on the omicron variant to a progress report on how schools are dealing with the ongoing pandemic.
  • Dec 8

Veterans and the Digital Divide with Robin Kelleher & U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs Secretary Denis McDonough

19 million U.S. veterans face a variety of health-care challenges, from toxic exposures to depression to chronic pain, many exacerbated by the digital divide. Join Washington Post Live on Monday, Dec. 6 at 9:00 a.m. ET as we hear from Veterans Affairs Secretary Denis McDonough and other veterans’ advocates about the best ways to further improve health-care options, and calibrate strategies for veterans reconnecting with family, finding work and reengaging with community.
  • Dec 6

Brian Baumgartner, Author, “Welcome to Dunder Mifflin: The Ultimate Oral History of The Office”

Actor and producer Brian Baumgartner is best known for his role as the accountant Kevin Malone in the hit sitcom, “The Office.” Join Washington Post staff writer Sarah Ellison on Friday, Dec. 3 at 2:30 p.m. ET when she talks with Baumgartner about the popular show’s best moments and his new book, “Welcome to Dunder Mifflin: The Ultimate Oral History of The Office.”
  • Dec 3

117th Congress: Rep. Fred Upton (R-Mich.)

Rep. Fred Upton (R-Mich.), vice-chair of the Problem Solvers Caucus, was one of 13 House Republicans to vote for the $1.2 trillion bipartisan infrastructure bill. On Thursday, Dec. 2 at 10:00 a.m. ET, Upton joins Washington Post Live to discuss the historic investments in the new law, the latest on the Jan. 6 probe and the nation's fight against COVID-19.
  • Dec 3

First Look with The Post’s Jonathan Capehart, Dan Balz, Ruth Marcus & George F. Will

Washington Post Live’s “First Look” offers a smart, inside take on the day’s politics. Jonathan Capehart will host a reporter debrief followed by a roundtable discussion with Washington Post columnists. Tune in for news and analysis you can’t get anywhere else on Friday, December 3 at 9:00 a.m. ET.
  • Dec 3
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