One of Donald Trump's main biographers, Maggie Haberman, says the US president's superpower is his "shamelessness." It's something he likely learned from his mentor, the notorious lawyer and fixer Roy Cohn. Pulitzer Prize-winning author Kai Bird's latest book, "American Scoundrel," takes a close look at Cohn and how his influence can still be seen on American politics today.  Also on today's show: Director Tanaz Eshaghian, "An Eye for an Eye"; author Wilbert Cooper, "The Black Shield"    Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In Lebanon, the army is now seeking to regain control from both Israel and Hezbollah. Correspondent Jeremy Diamond has exclusive and rare access to southern Lebanon, as he embeds with the Lebanese Army. He takes us into the warzone and brings us analysis around this piece.  Also on today's show: Former Canadian Deputy Prime Minister John Manley; Gloria Steinem (from the archives); Heidy Khlaaf, Chief AI Scientist, AI Now Institute/ Safety and Security Engineer    Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Arson attacks, air space violations and assassination squads: Those were among the warnings from Poland's Foreign Minister, Radek Sikorski, at a meeting of EU foreign ministers in Ireland today. This comes just after Germany announced that it was in fact Moscow behind last month's attack in Leipzig Airport, where an explosive drone was found near two Ukrainian cargo planes. None of this surprises Czech Republic President Petr Pavel, who told us back in April that Putin likely would attempt increasingly bold campaigns against NATO. Pavel joins the show from Prague to discuss.  Also on today's show: Tennessee State Representative Justin J. Pearson on the battle over data centers; Notre Dame law professor Derek Muller on the battle over mail-in ballots    Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

US Army Secretary Dan Driscoll resigned yesterday following months of clashes with Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth. Much of that friction is understood to have stemmed from Hegseth's slashing of the army's most senior leaders. For many, Driscoll's departure is no surprise, but it leaves the military without another combat-tested leader at what some see as a time of maximum peril. CNN White House Correspondent Alayna Treene joins the show to discuss.  Also on today's show: former CDC Chief Medical Officer Dr. Debra Houry; author Annie Lowrey, "The Time Tax"; author Kurt Andersen, "The Breakup: A Novel"    Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Five days after catastrophic flash floods swept along the Nepal-Tibet border, the true extent of the devastation is becoming clear. More than 4,000 people are still missing, and more than 900 are confirmed dead. A major push is being made to reach hundreds of workers believed to be trapped in hydropower tunnels which were submerged in thick mud during the floods. Hanako Montgomery has more on the rescue efforts.  Also on today's show: John Torpey, Response Director, World Central Kitchen & Lila Pieters Yahia. Regional Coordinator, UN Nepal; Mark Neville, Creator & Andrey Kurkov, guest curator, "Postcode Ukraine: Diary of a Volunteer"; Mursal Rahim. Afghan refugee / Case Manager, Migration & Refugee Services, Catholic Charities, USA    Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

After more than two years held hostage by Hamas, and almost a year since his release, Evyatar David speaks to Bianna in his first international interview about his horrific ordeal and overcoming the trauma his still lives with today. He also shares how he and his fellow former hostages are finding hope and joy as they fight to rebuild their lives. Then, the Trump administration's secretive deportation deals involving more than 30 countries and worth millions of dollars; CNN's Isobel Yeung travels to the Central African Republic to speak to U.S. migrants sent to there despite having no ties to the nation. And as tributes continue to pour in for the late and great Dolly Parton, folk singer Judy Collins reflects on her friendship with the beloved country music icon and what it was like to collaborate with her musically. Plus from the archives, Christiane's confrontation with the so-called 'Butcher of Bosnia'. As the notorious Bosnian Serb war criminal Ratko Mladić dies behind bars we look back at how he oversaw the massacre of thousands of Muslim men and boys in the 1990s during the Balkans wars. Air date: August 29, 2026 Guests: Evyatar David Judy Collins Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Tensions grow between the US and China just weeks ahead of President Xi's visit to the White House. Will this throw a wrench into the upcoming summit? The former director for China and Taiwan affairs joins the show to discuss.  Also on today's show: Sathnam Sanghera, author of a new George Michael biography, "Tonight the Music Seems So Loud"  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Meta has agreed to pay $18 billion after dozens of states sued the company for designing its platforms to be addictive. Former Meta employee and whistleblower Arturo Bejar was a key witness in this case, and Lori Schott is a mother from Colorado who lost her daughter to social media addiction. They join the show to discuss.   Also on today's show: Christiane reflects on the death of Ratko Mladić; Rose Horowitch, Staff Writer, The Atlantic, musician Susanna Hoffs    Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Evyatar David was among the 251 people kidnapped by Hamas on October 7th. He spent more than two years in captivity before being released as part of the US-brokered ceasefire agreement in October 2025. In the months since, David has been overcoming unimaginable trauma as he learns to rebuild his life. Now, in his first international interview, Evyatar is ready to speak about what he endured, and to share an extraordinary message of resilience.  Also on today's show: Jared Genser, International Counsel to Imran Khan; signer-songwriters Judy Collins and Margo Price    Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent threatened a crackdown Monday on countries doing business with Tehran. Will Tehran be able to withstand the impact, or will the government be forced back to the negotiating table? Karim Sadjadpour, Senior Fellow at the Carnegie Endowment for International Peace, joins the show to discuss.  Also on today's show: Dr. Ezekiel Emanuel, Former Obama White House Health Policy Adviser & Dr. Hussein Tawbi, Oncologist, Univ. of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center; Frank McKenna, Fmr. Canadian Ambassador to the US    Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices