Interviews

Conversations with Sharon McMahon

On Here's Where It Gets Interesting, you get to hear from thought leaders, journalists, politicians, authors, and advocates. And maybe an actor thrown in too. From Heather Cox Richardson, to Mitt Romney, and Adam Grant, you'll feel smarter, and maybe even a bit more optimistic about the future after listening to these interviews.

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Democracy in Retrograde with Sami Sage and Emily Amick

Sharon McMahon is joined by authors Sami Sage and Emily Amick to discuss their new book, Democracy in Retrograde: How to Make Changes Big and Small in Our Country and in Our Lives.

The New Happy with Stephanie Harrison

Sharon McMahon is joined by author Stephanie Harrison to discuss her new book, New Happy.

Awakening the Spirit of America with Paul Sparrow

Sharon McMahon is joined by author Paul Sparrow to discuss his new book, Awakening the Spirit of America.

Too Close to the Flame with Joe Ingle

Author of Too Close to the Flame, Joe Ingle, joins Sharon McMahon to talk about what it is like inside America's death penalty system.

The Year of Living Constitutionally with A.J. Jacobs

Author A.J. Jacobs joined Sharon McMahon to share what it was like to live a year, interpreting the U.S. Constitution literally. What is in the Constitution, and what is not?

A Country of Unrest with Erik Larson

Following January 6th and the current political climate, some Americans fear there will be a “new Civil War.” But what does that truly mean? If you are a lover of history, this conversation is one you won’t want to miss.

Say More with Jen Psaki

Former White House Press Secretary, Jen Psaki, joins us to share lessons about how to be an effective communicator with any audience, and growing through giving and receiving feedback.

An Unfinished Love Story with Doris Kearns Goodwin

A conversation with Kamala Harris

What is at stake in the upcoming presidential election? From the wars in Gaza and Ukraine, to women’s healthcare, and the economy, many voters aren't excited about a presidential rematch. Some have voiced their opinion by voting “Uncommitted” in the primary, instead of for President Biden.

Infectious Generosity with Chris Anderson

Chris Anderson has led TED since 2001, overseeing its transformation from an annual conference to a nonprofit with global reach, sharing TED Talks, podcasts, and TED-Ed videos freely to all. As the curator of TED for over twenty years, Anderson has seen first-hand the ways in which ideas can spread. Through the power of the internet, he has helped the world’s boldest thinkers share their most uplifting and world-changing concepts and with Infectious Generosity, Anderson encourages all of us to harness the internet as a force that brings people together instead of driving them apart.

Reimagining Democracy with Max Stearns

Do you ever wonder what Democracy could look like in America? Many voters are familiar with this scene: You walk into a voting booth, review the options, and feel as though you’re voting between “the lesser of two evils.”

Who’s Your Founding Father? with David Fleming

David Fleming, shares all about a delicious slice of history in his new book, “Who’s Your Founding Father?” We dive into the Mecklenburg Declaration of Independence, a conspiracy theory, and possible plagiarism surrounding one of the most important documents in U.S. history.