C-SPAN 2 TV Schedule
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George Zaidan, "Ingredients"
1 hour, 5 minutesGeorge Zaidan discussed the chemistry of the food we eat and products we use. This event is from the Virtual Gaithersburg Book Festival.
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Barbara Ehrenreich, "Had I Known"
1 hour, 5 minutesBarbara Ehrenreich talked about economic inequality in the United States in the wake of the coronavirus pandemic. This virtual discussion was hosted by Politics and Prose Bookstore.
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In Depth: Rep. John Lewis D-GA
3 hours, 1 minuteRep. John Lewis (D-GA) talked about his life and work. He is a former civil rights activist who spoke at the March on Washington with Martin Luther King, Jr. and was the chair of the Student Nonviolent Coordinating Committee from 1963 to 1966. Elected to the U.S. Congress in 1986, he was the Democratic representative of Georgia's 5th Congressional Cistrict. Rep. Lewis authored many books including "Walking with the Wind: A Memoir of the Movement," "Across that Bridge: Life Lessons and a Vision for Change," and "March." Rep. John Lewis died on July 17, 2020.
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After Words: Dinesh D'Souza, "United States of Socialism"
59 minutesDinesh D'Souza examined what he calls the new face of socialism. He was interviewed by author and Independent Institute senior fellow Benjamin Powell and co-author of "Socialism Sucks."
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Rep. Eric Swalwell D-CA, "Endgame"
55 minutesRep. Eric Swalwell (D-CA) provided his account of the investigation into Russian interference in the 2016 presidential election and the subsequent impeachment hearings. This virtual event was sponsored by Rakestraw Books in Danville, California.
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Sen. Martha McSally R-AZ, "Dare to Fly"
35 minutesSen. Martha McSally (R-AZ), the first female fighter pilot to fly in combat, reflected on her military career and shared her guiding principles.
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The Bubble That Never Pops"
1 hour, 15 minutesThomas Orlik, chief economist for Bloomberg Economics, discussed why the Chinese economy never collapses and what would happen if it ever does.
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Michael Auslin, "Asia's New Geopolitics"
1 hour, 10 minutesHoover Institution fellow Michael Auslin talked about the geopolitical rivalry between countries in the Indo-Pacific region of the world (China, Japan, India, North Korea).
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Erica Barnett, "Quitter"
1 hour, 5 minutesJournalist Erica Barnett looked at addiction in America and discussed her own struggles with alcoholism. This virtual program was sponsored by Town Hall Seattle.
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The Life and Times of Adam Clay"
46 minutesWil Haygood talked about the paperback reissue of his book "King of the Cats: The Life and Times of Adam Clayton Powell, Jr.," first published in 1993 by Houghton Mifflin Company. In the book, Mr. Haygood chronicles the life and career of former Harlem congressman Adam Clayton Powell, Jr. He also responded to questions from members of the audience. The book, originally published in 1993, details former Rep. Powell's 24-year political career, including his successful lawsuit against the House of Representatives after they voted to expel him from Congress in 1967.
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After Words: Wil Haygood "Sweet Thunder"
59 minutesWil Haygood talked about his biography "Sweet Thunder: The Life and Times of Sugar Ray Robinson" (Knopf; October 13, 2009). Born Walker Smith, Jr., the future title-holder spent his formative years in Harlem and mixed his pugilistic career with the happenings of the Harlem Renaissance. In his book Mr. Haygood, recounts Sugar Ray's connections to Langston Hughes, Miles Davis, and Lena Horne, a generation of blacks who found success in their respective fields during the start of a broader civil rights movement. The guest interviewer was Dave Zirin, sports columnist for The Nation. Wil Haygood is a staff writer at The Washington Post. He is the author King of the Cats: The Life and Times of Adam Clayton Powell, Jr. and In Black and White: The Life of Sammy Davis, Jr., which was the recipient of the Nonfiction Book Award from the Black Caucus of the American Library Association. Dave Zirin is the sports columnist for The Nation. He is the author of several books, including What's My
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Chatter on Books Podcast with Wil Haygood, "Tigerland"
1 hour, 15 minutesAuthor Wil Haygood appeared on the "Chatter on Books" podcast to discuss his book on race in America in the late 1960s through the lens of a high school sports team in Columbus, Ohio. He was joined in conversation by Torie Clarke, host of "Chatter on Books," as well as the podcast's guest contributors Jeanne McManus, Michael Kornheiser, and David Aldridge.
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After Words: Steven Levy, "Facebook"
1 hour, 1 minuteWired magazine editor at large Steven Levy reported on the creation, growth, and future of Facebook. He was interviewed by author and Financial Times global business columnist Rana Foroohar.
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Newt Gingrich, "Trump and the American Future"
54 minutesFormer Speaker of the House Newt Gingrich offered his thoughts on why President Trump should be re-elected in 2020. This virtual program was sponsored by the Ronald Reagan Presidential Foundation and Institute.
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David Litt, "Democracy in One Book or Less"
1 hour, 6 minutesDavid Litt, former speechwriter for President Obama, weighed in on issues with American democracy. This virtual event was sponsored by Sixth & I Synagogue in Washington, D.C.
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After Words: Steven Levy, "Facebook"
59 minutesWired magazine editor at large Steven Levy reported on the creation, growth, and future of Facebook. He was interviewed by author and Financial Times global business columnist Rana Foroohar.
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Calvin Baker, "A More Perfect Reunion"
1 hour, 0 minuteColumbia University professor Calvin Baker argues that integration is integral to combatting racism in America. This virtual event was sponsored by the Harvard Book Store in Cambridge, Massachusetts.
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Dr. Vivian Lee, "The Long Fix"
1 hour, 0 minuteHealth care CEO Dr. Vivian Lee looked at the American healthcare system and presented a plan for reform. This event was hosted by Town Hall Seattle in Washington.
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After Words: Steven Levy, "Facebook"
1 hour, 0 minuteWired magazine editor at large Steven Levy reported on the creation, growth, and future of Facebook. He was interviewed by author and Financial Times global business columnist Rana Foroohar.
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Samantha Irby, "Wow, No Thank You"
1 hour, 10 minutesEssayist Samantha Irby shared her thoughts on identity, body image, and her writing style. This virtual event was sponsored by Town Hall Seattle.
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Chester Finn and Michael Petrilli, "How to Educate an American"
1 hour, 34 minutesFordham Institute's Chester Finn and Michael Petrilli discussed how to improve K-12 education in America. This event was sponsored by the American Enterprise Institute.
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Bryan Walsh, "End Times"
17 minutesFuture Correspondent for Axios Bryan Walsh discussed various threats humanity faces such as global warming, asteroids, and nuclear war. This virtual event was hosted by the Tucson Festival of Books.