America at a Crossroads is proud to present an esteemed roster of guests and moderators to discuss the state of American democracy and the very real challenges facing it today. Past guests and moderators have included Congressman Adam Schiff, Congresswoman Karen Bass, House Majority Whip James E. Clyburn, Lt. Col. Alex Vindman, Congressman Adam Kinzinger, George F. Will, Patt Morrison, Warren Olney, Madeleine Brand, Bill Kristol, David Axelrod, James Carville, Jonathan Greenblatt, and many more.
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Statistically, a Jew in Canada is now 9 times more likely to be a victim of a hate crime than a Jew in the United States. How did this happen in a country known for politeness, diversity, and social democracy? Is this even a real phenomenon, or is anti-zionism being misclassified as antisemitism? Journalist and Publisher Jesse Brown is diving deep into the subject, travelling across Canada and speaking with Jews, anti-zionist activists, and high-profile public figures, all of whom have seen ...
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To donate funding so we can complete this series, email [email protected] Let’s look at some complicated cases. These are not Jews who were discriminated against for being Jewish. Indigo CEO Heather Reisman, teacher Laurie Allen, politician Selina Robinson, professor of medicine Ted Rosenberg – all were arguably targeted for their views and acti…
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To donate funding so we can complete this series, email [email protected] Police statistics say that a Jew in Canada is now 9 times more likely to be the victim of a hate crime than a Jew in the United States. Others dispute this data, and say antizionism is being conflated with antisemitism. So what’s the truth? Host Jesse Brown begins to inves…
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Steven Cash with Larry Mantle | The Rise of Authoritarianism in America: A Perspective from Former National Security Officials
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National security expert Steven A. Cash joins journalist Larry Mantle for a critical conversation about the growing threat of authoritarianism in the United States. Drawing on decades of experience across intelligence, homeland security, diplomacy, and defense, Cash offers a rare insider’s view of how democratic institutions are being tested—and wh…
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Introducing: What Is Happening Here (Official Trailer)
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Some say Canada is currently in the throes of a horrible surge of anti-Jew hatred. Others say that anti-zionism is being conflated with antisemitism. So which is it? And who is to blame for it — activists, or Israel? What is Happening Here is a co-production of Canadaland and The Canadian Jewish News. Series debuts on November 17th. Become a Canada…
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Rick Hasen with Larry Mantle | Can Democracy Hold? The 2026 Midterm Challenge
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Election law expert Rick Hasen joins veteran journalist Larry Mantle for an essential conversation on the future of American democracy as the nation heads toward the 2026 midterm elections. Together, they explore the threats facing voting rights, the integrity of election systems, and how legal and political reforms could determine the strength—or …
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Joyce Vance with Patt Morrison | The American Justice System, Part II: Still Testing the Limits
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Former U.S. Attorney Joyce White Vance joins journalist Patt Morrison for an insightful and timely discussion on the state of the American justice system—its resilience, vulnerabilities, and the tests it continues to face in today’s polarized political climate. Together, they explore the balance between accountability and power, the role of the cou…
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Linda Greenhouse with Patt Morrison | Law, Politics, and Power: Perspectives on the Supreme Court
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Pulitzer Prize–winning journalist Linda Greenhouse, one of the nation’s preeminent voices on the U.S. Supreme Court, joins renowned journalist Patt Morrison for a powerful conversation about the Court’s influence on American democracy. Greenhouse will discuss the evolving role of the judiciary, landmark decisions, political pressures on the Court, …
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Canadaland covers Canada, period. If there was ever a time to support Canadian news, it’s now. Go to canadaland.com/join and become a supporter today. Host: Jesse Brown Credits: Tristan Capacchione (Audio Editor & Technical Producer), Jesse Brown (Editor and Publisher) Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.…
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Anne Applebaum with Madeleine Brand | Autocracy Inc.: The Siege on Democracy
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Pulitzer Prize–winning historian Anne Applebaum joins journalist Madeleine Brand for a timely and urgent conversation about Applebaum’s latest book, Autocracy, Inc.: The Dictators Who Want to Run the World. Together, they explore the growing network of authoritarian regimes, the methods they use to consolidate power, and the global threats they pos…
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Miguel Santana, Rabbi Jill Jacobs, and David Leonhardt with Patt Morrison | Raids, Rights, and Reckonings: America's Immigration Crossroads
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Prospects for Israeli-Palestinian Peace: Lessons from Oslo & Trump’s 20-Point Plan
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An important discussion with former Israeli Prime Minister Ehud Olmert and former Palestinian National Authority Foreign Minister Nasser Al-Kidwa. They will analyze why Oslo failed and discuss what can be done today to restart the Israeli-Palestinian peace process. The conversation will be moderated by Professor Kenneth A. Bamberger (UC Berkeley) a…
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Julio Frenk with Larry Mantle | Can America's Universities Survive the Current Assault?
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Can America's Universities Survive the Current Assault? A Conversation with UCLA Chancellor Julio Frenk
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David Frum with Patt Morrison | America's Democracy: Where Do We Go From Here?
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Aluf Benn with Warren Olney | Israel in Crisis: Can the Two State Solution Be Resurrected?
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Mary Ziegler with Patt Morrison | The Politics of Control: Abortion, Power, and How Abortion Shapes American Politics
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Mary Ziegler is a Professor of Law at the University of California, Davis School of Law and a leading legal historian specializing the struggle over reproductive health policy in the United States from 1945 to present. A 2023 Guggenheim Fellow, she is recognized as one of the foremost authorities on the history of the U.S. abortion debate. She is t…
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Mike Mullen with Warren Olney | War, Peace and the American Future: Insights From a Former Chair of the Joint Chiefs of Staff
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Recorded live on August 27, 2025: Former Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff Admiral Mike Mullen joins Warren Olney for War, Peace and the American Future, a wide-ranging conversation on U.S. leadership, global security, and the challenges ahead.
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Alexander Vindman with Madeleine Brand | How the West Deceived Itself About Russia and Betrayed Ukraine
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Lt. Col. (Ret.) Alexander Vindman joins journalist Madeleine Brand for an America at a Crossroads conversation on U.S. foreign policy, democracy, and global security. Subscribe for more conversations.
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Ron Brownstein with Larry Mantle | Life During Wartime: Politics in an Age of Convulsion
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Jonathan Weisman with Madeleine Brand | American Antisemitism: Being Jewish in the Age of Trump
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Recorded live on August 6, 2025, veteran journalist Jonathan Weisman joins Madeleine Brand for a powerful conversation on rising antisemitism in America, Jewish identity, and the political climate in the age of Trump. Part of the America at a Crossroads series. 🎥 Subscribe for weekly conversations: youtube.com/channel/UCL_7hJyHHmrRruxix3V1mCA 📩 Lea…
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Bill Kristol with Patt Morrison | Speaking Out and Speaking Up: Bill Kristol on the State of the Nation
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Paul Maslin and Mike Murphy with Patt Morrison | What Does Washington's Chaos Portend for the 2026 Midterms?
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Max Boot with Warren Olney | Russia's War on Ukraine: Trump, Putin, Zelensky, and the Search for Peace
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In this compelling conversation, foreign policy expert and author Max Boot joins veteran journalist Warren Olney to examine the state of American democracy, global threats, and what’s at stake in the months ahead. This episode of America at a Crossroads offers thoughtful analysis, historical perspective, and urgent questions about the direction of …
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E.J. Dionne with Madeleine Brand | Code Red: How Progressives and Moderates Can Unite to Save Our Country
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"Who just wants to be a nice guy?" This show is only possible because people like you believe in it and support it. By becoming a Canadaland supporter, you will be supporting rigorous independent journalism and journalists and making sure many more investigations like this one get published. Just go to canadaland.com/join (Canadian listeners) canad…
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Mayor Karen Bass with Patt Morrison | Federal Troops in LA: What Comes Next?
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Karen Bass is the 43rd Mayor of Los Angeles and the first woman and second African American to be elected as the city’s chief executive. Bass previously served in the U.S. House of Representatives from 2011 to 2022 and in the California State Assembly from 2004 to 2010, serving as speaker during her final Assembly term. Patt Morrison has a share of…
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Marc Dunkelman with Larry Mantle | The USA: Why Nothing Is Working And How To Fix It
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"At that point it's really just survival mode." This show is only possible because people like you believe in it and support it. By becoming a Canadaland supporter, you will be supporting rigorous independent journalism and journalists and making sure many more investigations like this one get published. Just go to canadaland.com/join (Canadian lis…
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Amb. Dennis Ross with Patt Morrison | Israel in Crisis Briefing #22
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