PBS
Margaret Thatcher (Feb. 27, 1981)
Prime Minister Thatcher was interviewed following two days of meetings in Washington with the newly-inaugurated President Ronald Reagan. She discusses the war in El Salvador, the prospects for a Reagan-Brezhnev summit, the nascent...
PBS
Paul Nitze Interview (October 26, 1989)
Jim Lehrer interviews American diplomat Paul Nitze on his views of the Soviet Union.
Crash Course
The War on Drugs: Crash Course Black American History #42
The War on Drugs is a decades-long United States policy intended to curb illegal drug use and trafficking. Long story short: it has not worked to reduce drug use or trade, and the policy has had devastating effects, especially on...
PBS
HIV/AIDS: What Can We Learn From America's Last Epidemic?
America's last major epidemic was the HIV/AIDS crisis of 1980s and 1990s. In order to better understand our current circumstances, Danielle is looking back at the legacies of action and inaction surrounding HIV/AIDS and how the...
Professor Dave Explains
President Bush Sr
Professor Dave explores the career and legacy of President Bush Sr
Professor Dave Explains
George H. W. Bush: CIA to Oval Office (1989 – 1993)
George H. W. Bush had a pretty extensive resume, and after eight years as Reagan's Vice President, he got his turn in the hot seat. He served just one term, which focused largely on the dissolution of the Soviet Union and the Persian...
Curated Video
What can Trump do about leaks?
U.S. president Donald Trump got up on stage Saturday and complained about whistleblowers and leaks, but is there anything he can do to stop them?
Bloomberg
Drawing Economic Parallels Between Trump and Reagan
No. 18 -- Nick Sargen, chief economist at Fort Washington Investment Advisers, examines the potential market impact of U.S. President-elect Donald Trump's economic policy, compared to the history of former President Ronald Reagan. He...
Bloomberg
Feldstein: No Idea What Trump Means by Reciprocal Tax
May.03 -- Martin Feldstein, professor of economics at Harvard University, discusses his thoughts on tax policy and the Trump administration. He speaks with Bloomberg's David Westin and Jonathan Ferro on "Bloomberg Daybreak: Americas."
Curated Video
RR8138B EL SALVADOR REPORT
Background to Story: In El Salvador Left-wing guerrillas are now hitting economic targets, crippling power supplies. US support for the civilian-military junta continues, but France and Mexico have recognised the Left's main opposition...
Curated Video
Aid for the Contras
1.Reagan and Habib
2. Major General John Singlaub (retired) in crowd
3. Singlaub at Korean War veterans rally
4. Commercials
5. Televised debate
6. Contras patrol
7. Singlaub at campaign rally
8. Korean War
9. Vietnam War
10. General...
Curated Video
RR8146 NICARAGUA REVOLUTION UNDER THREAT
Background to Story: After more than two years of Sandinista
revolutionary government, Nicaragua remains a troubled
country. Besides economic problems it faces serious threats
from exiled Rightists and their allies.
Film: Rev –...
Bloomberg
Stratega CEO Says Dialogue Is the Only Way to Deal With Iran
Aug.06 -- Hillary Mann Leverett, Stratega chief executive officer, discusses U.S. sanctions on Iran with Bloomberg's David Westin and Shery Ahn on "Bloomberg Markets: Balance of Power."
Curated Video
RR8112A EL SALVADOR REPORT
Background to Story: Government troops in El Salvador appear more successful in
their drive against Left-wing guerrillas as the United States steps up its military
aid. But the guerrillas still control large areas of the countryside,...
Bloomberg
Ray Dalio: Will Populism Be Smart or Stupid?
Jan.19 -- Ray Dalio, founder at Bridgewater Associates, discusses the nature of President-elect Donald Trump's aggression on business issues and the economic force of populism. He speaks with Bloomberg's Erik Schatzker from the World...
Curated Video
RR8138A ANGOLA THE SOUTH AFRICAN RAIDS
Background to Story: South Africa claims it moved into southern Angola to neutralise
Namibian SWAPO guerrillas based there. But Black African nations say South Africa's
trying to de-stabilise the Angolan government. This report is...
Curated Video
RR8130B EL SALVADOR IS THE GOVERNMENT WINNNING
Background to Story: President Reagan has upgraded American military aid to the El
Salvadorean government. By improving the fighting effectiveness of the government
forces it's hoped they can achieve a military solution to the...