Amanpour and Company

December 17, 2019

Christopher Ruddy talks impeachment, Ezra Klein discusses his new book “Why We’re Polarized” and Jonathan Pryce explains his role in "The Two Popes." Plus, comedian Ronny Chieng tells Hari Sreenivasan about his work on "The Daily Show," "Crazy Rich Asians" and his new Netflix comedy special.

Christopher Ruddy: How the Impeachment Process Affects Trump

2m 25s

Politics are well and truly cemented along party lines in the Democrat-controlled House and Republican-controlled Senate when it comes to the impeachment proceedings, but what is President Trump’s view of the process? Chris Ruddy is CEO of Newsmax and a close confidant of the president, and joins the program in London.

Previews + Extras

  • Ezra Klein on His New Book "Why We're Polarized": asset-mezzanine-16x9

    Ezra Klein on His New Book "Why We're Polarized"

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    Polarization seems to be the default state of U.S. politics these days, but how did it get so toxic and divided in the first place? Ezra Klein is a policy journalist and co-founder of Vox, and his new book delves into that very issue. He joins the program from California to discuss.

  • Jonathan Pryce Discusses His Role in "The Two Popes": asset-mezzanine-16x9

    Jonathan Pryce Discusses His Role in "The Two Popes"

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    A new film takes a look at the pivotal moments that led to Pope Francis' papacy. “The Two Popes” explores the unique relationship and clash of cultures between then-Cardinal Jorge Bergoglio of Argentina and Pope Benedict XVI. Jonathan Pryce plays Pope Francis, and joins the program to discuss the film and its political message.

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    Comedian Ronny Chieng Discusses Representation in Hollywood

    S2019 E2122 - 17m 41s

    Ronny Chieng had his breakthrough last year as Eddie Cheng in “Crazy Rich Asians," a fictional portrait of the glitz and drama of the Singapore elite. Today, he makes his debut on Netflix with “Asian Comedian Destroys America," where he explores the U.S. from his unique vantage point. He gives Hari a preview of the show.

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