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How Serious is Trump About Colombia? Jan 07, 2026

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Reacting to President Trump's threats against Colombia, President Gustavo Petro hit back by vowing to "take up arms" to defend his country. Trump and Petro have clashed from the very start when Petro initially refused to take Venezuelan migrants Trump was deporting, then over the war in Gaza, and US military strikes against alleged drug-trafficking vessels. The US even suspended Petro's visa and sanctioned him last year. But could this really spiral into an American assault on Colombia? Juan Manuel Santos was the country's president for eight years until 2018, and he joins Christiane from there.

Also on today's show: Karim Sadjadpour, Senior Fellow, Carnegie Endowment for International Peace; Ian Bremmer, Founder and President, Eurasia Group & GZERO Media

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Assessing US Intentions in Venezuela Jan 06, 2026

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Fresh instability is unfolding in Venezuela, after reports of overnight gunfire near the presidential palace in Caracas. With Nicolás Maduro now in US custody, his allies are moving swiftly to consolidate power at home, even as Washington insists it is shaping the transition. Independent US Senator Angus King joins Bianna Golodryga to discuss what he believes the Trump administration’s intentions are, and how far those efforts have gone so far.

Also on today's show: Former NSC Senior Director for Western Hemisphere Juan Gonzalez; Ukrainian Foreign Affairs Committee Chair Oleksandr Merezhko; Professor of Philosophy, University of Toronto Jason Stanley

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Defiant Maduro Pleads Not Guilty Jan 05, 2026

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The Venezuelan strongman Nicolas Maduro pleads not guilty to narcoterrorism charges in New York after being captured by the United States in an audacious military operation over the weekend. We get the details from the courtroom. And Christiane asks former Acting US Ambassador to Venezuela Todd Robinson whether the US should run the country as President Trump said.

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Artists With a Message Dec 27, 2025

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This week, a special show for the festive season on art with a message. First, the king of the blockbuster, James Cameron on his new film and the horror of nuclear war.

Then, a conversation about "Kyoto," a hit play on both sides of the pond, finding humor and hope in climate negotiations. Also, a punk take on feminism with artist, Linda and the Spanish master, Pedro Almodovar on delivering beauty and vibrancy in even our toughest moments.

Plus how we use art to understand each other as Hong Kong staged an opera about Trump, and from the archive: a New York Opera about Nixon in China, and finally unveiling a mural with special meaning at St. Patrick's Cathedral in New York.

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Peacemaker: U Thant and the Turbulent 60s Dec 23, 2025

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First: U Thant led the UN during a golden era of diplomacy. What can we learn from him today? Christiane speaks with Thant's grandson, historian Thant Myint-U, about his new book, "Peacemaker."

Plus: In this age of disinformation, the legendary filmmaker Werner Herzog tells Christiane why we must never stop fighting for the truth.

And: Booker Prize-winning author Arundhati Roy reveals new insights into her tumultuous childhood in her new memoir, "Mother Mary Comes to Me."

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'The Day Iceland Stood Still' Dec 22, 2025

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50 years ago, Iceland's women went on strike. It's not the most gender-equal country on earth. A new documentary, "The Day Iceland Stood Still," tells that historic society. Christiane speaks to their president and the film's director.

Also on today's show: Former CNN Cairo bureau chief Gayle Young; tech activist Cory Doctorow

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Finding Light Amongst Darkness This Festive Season Dec 20, 2025

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As Hanukkah celebrations draw to a close under the shadow of the horrific anti-Semitic attack in Sydney, Bianna Golodryga speaks to Rabbi Gabi Kaltmann about navigating grief with faith, empathy and togetherness. And, the South Korean film racking up Golden Globe nominations, director Park Chan-wook talks about his new film "No Other Choice", tackling unemployment with horror and humor. Then, the singer-come-politician looking to unseat Ugandan President Yoweri Museveni after 40 years in power. CNN’s Larry Madawo speaks to Bobi Wine about the violent opposition crackdown ahead of the country's general election. Plus, veteran broadcaster David Dimbleby speaks to Christiane about his new BBC docu-series "What's the Monarchy for?", lifting the lid on the secretive inner workings of Britain's royal family. From Christiane's archives, how a family of refugees found sanctuary in 1970s America after fleeing Communist Poland's crackdown on democratic dissent. And finally, celebrating 250 years of the legendary British writer Jane Austen and her long-lasting cultural impact.

Air date: December 20, 2025

Guests:

Rabbi Gabi Kaltmann

Park Chan-wook

David Dimbleby

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Trump Targets Trans People Dec 19, 2025

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First, Brianna speaks with activist Chase Strangio about pushing back against what many see as President Trump's war against trans people. Then, visual artists Gilbert & George give us an up-close look at their weird and wonderful world. And reporter Tom Gjelten joins the show to discuss the dangerous intersection of antisemitism, Christian nationalism, and the Republican party.

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Using Frozen Russian Assets to Support Ukraine Dec 18, 2025

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World leaders are meeting in Brussels to discuss an unprecedented plan to use frozen Russian assets to finance more support for Ukraine. Critics argue that it's legally questionable and risks serious retaliation from Moscow. Correspondent Clare Sebastian joins the show from Brussels.

Also on today's show: author Marietje Schaake, "The Tech Coup"; playwright Bess Wohl and actor Kristolyn Lloyd, "Liberation"; Zoe Weissman, a survivor of both the Brown University and Parkland school shootings

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What to Make of Susie Wiles Interview? Dec 17, 2025

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"An alcoholic's personality," "a right-wing absolute zealot," and "a conspiracy theorist" are some of the descriptions of President Trump and top members of his team by his Chief of Staff Susie Wiles in a new Vanity Fair interview. She claims her words were taken out of context and key administration figures are standing by her. But are fractures starting to appear in the Trump coalition? David A. Graham, staff writer for The Atlantic and author of "The Project: How Project 2025 is Reshaping America," joins the show to discuss.

Also on today's show: Brian Winter, Editor-in-Chief, Americas Quarterly; Steve Huffman, CEO and Co-founder, Reddit

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