The Costa Report: Recent Episodes
Rebecca Costa
The Costa Report is a post-partisan talk show for thinking people – citizens who don’t care whether a solution comes from the left, right, or center, so long as it works. Each week The Costa Report goes where the other networks won’t. Rebecca Costa delivers what other “big-name” talk show hosts don’t. She invites the world’s top newsmakers and thought-leaders to discuss the challenges we now face for one full hour each week. No sound bites. No talking points. Each show is completely un-scripted and un-edited. From government debt, healthcare and terrorism, to election, education and energy reform, no topic is off-limits.
We are joined by the White House Chief of Staff in the Clinton Administration, the man responsible for a deficitreduction program which produced one of the most impressive Federal surpluses in our country’s history, Mr. Mack McLarty. Listen in as we discuss the new tax plan, the bipartisan Alexander Murray healthcare fix, and the similarities between President Clinton and Trump’s first 10 months in office. He has some valuable insights on how Trump can work more efficiently.
Mr. Robert Shapiro joins us this week to talk about an issue that we frequently encounter on this program, the difference between “moral justice” and “legal justice”. You will likely remember him as part of O.J. Simpson’s successful dream team, which according to Shapiro, ended in the correct legal outcome owing to the establishment of reasonable doubt. But how often does moral justice trump legal justice? And how much does an individual’s wealth play into getting justice in America? No one is better positioned to answer these difficult question that Mr Shapiro, who has not only represented multiple celebrities, but went onto become one of the founders of Legal Zoom and Right Counsel, companies that are specifically designed to help average Americans navigate the complex legal system. In addition, we will be speaking with Shapiro about his work through the Brent Shapiro Foundation for Drug Prevention, which he formed after his son passed away from drug related causes.
Lewis Black, the comedian who single handedly raised ranting to a high art, shares his views on the US government’s inability to get things done, why he is a self-proclaimed socialist and how vital laughter is during these times. When we are plagued with news stories of governmental stand offs every day, it is vital to have an effective way to discharge our anger, frustration and tension. Sometimes, good old fashion laughter is just the medicine we need.
Former White House Counsel for President Obama, Mr. Robert Bauer, joins us to discuss the investigation into Russia’s role in the 2016 election and what needs to happen to get real election reform implemented, which does not create roadblocks against any particular voting group.
This week we are taking look at two issues which pose a threat to the future of humankind and life on earth, nuclear warfare and climate change. Former Secretary of State, Mr. George Schultz, is going to walk us through some of the solutions which would not only be in the best interest of the country, but also would be likely to receive bipartisan support. Schultz has had successful negotiations with Russia, China and countries in the Middle East. This is experience that the current Congress and Trump Administration could benefit from. Listen in to hear his ideas on how we can shift the dialogue, and begin to take meaningful steps to address these vital issues.
The first Democratic candidate to throw his hat in the ring for the 2020 US Presidential Election, Representative John Delaney, joins us to discuss why he feels is the best person for the President of the United States. While it may seem early to declare his candidacy, some see this as a smart strategy, because it gives Delaney time to explain the programs he has in mind, and for folks outside of Maryland and the Hill to get to know him. Listen in to hear his vision for the United States of America.
The fortysecond Vice President of the United States, Walter Mondale, joins us to talk about a comparison that many historians are making, the similarity in challenges between the Carter Administration and Trump administration in garnering GOP Congressional support. How was Vice President Mondale able to bring his party together while also engendering bipartisan support? Listen in to find out what practical advice Walter Mondale can offer Vice President Pence at this time.
This week the Governor of Kentucky, Matt Bevin, will be joining us to talk about an invisible crises in America, underfunded pension obligations. According to Moody’s, pensions face nearly a two trillion dollar shortfall this year. The state of Kentucky has one of the largest underfunded pensions is the country. Rather than allow the problem to grow, Governor Bevin may be putting his political future on the line to attack the problem headon.
Former White House Ethics Lawyer for President George W. Bush, and current Professor of Law at the University of Minnesota, Mr. Richard Painter, joins the program to discuss the lawsuit filed against President Trump for violating the U.S. Constitution’s Emoluments Clause. What exactly is the Emoluments clause and is it possible to prove that tangible, measurable damage has resulted from violating it? We’re going to get the answers to those questions, and more from the man President Obama’s own ethic’s chief called, “the Number One Scholar in the Country on Government Ethics”.
Today we are joined by one of the world’s most revered and controversial economists, Mr. Robert Atkinson. Atkinson is currently the President of Washington public policy think-take, the Information Technology Innovation Foundation. His work is well revered, he has been tapped by both President Bush and President Obama to spearhead major economic initiatives. He is one of the first economists to make an undeniable connection between research and development investments in technology and a strong, lasting economic recovery. We are in for an eye opening discussion where many of our misconceptions about what it takes to be a global economic leader will be shattered.
This week we are joined by former White House Deputy Chief of Staff for Policy, Presidential advisor, and political strategist, Karl Rove. We will take an in depth look at the challenges the President faces getting his agenda implemented, and what needs to happen in the upcoming months to break the current impasse.
This week, world renowned pioneer in integrative medicine, Doctor Deepak Chopra joins us to offer a very different perspective on the rise of racial tensions in America. We’re going to tackle both the evolutionary and spiritual basis for discrimination, fear, and violence during this next hour – as well as what is needed to turn this dangerous momentum in the other direction.
This week Chairman Emeritus of global powerhouse, Young and Rubicam, Peter Georgescu joins us to talk about an issue which affects every individual, business and government leader in the United States, the unprecedented gap in income inequality. In my opinion, there is no better subject expert than Georgescu when it comes to laying out the mathematical and historical facts on how we got to this point and why the solution must come from business itself. If you’re a fan of Bernie Sanders you’re going to want to listen up, because Georgescu’s book is proof there is always more than one way to go at a complex problem like income inequality.
This week we are joined by one of the great news anchors of our time, a man who is committed to reporting the news rather than being part of the news, Mr. Jim Lehrer. He is going to talk about how the main stream media has handled coverage of the new administration thus far. Have news outlets become too focused on entertainment, and not focused enough on reporting unbiased and verifiable facts? We’ll find out from a pioneer in news who never shied away from taking a deep dive into the important issues of the day, Mr. Jim Lehrer.
Today we are joined by political strategist and close confidant to President Trump, Mr. Roger Stone. Stone is set to give testimony on what he knows about the administrations contacts with Russia and the hacking of DNC emails. At the beginning of Russiagate, I stated on this program that you would have to look very long and hard to find a leader in Washington who has not met with Russian representatives, lobbyists and business people. This in itself is not a crime, nor is obtaining information about a political opponent so long as it doesn't involve things like breaking and entering or illegal wiretapping. Stone is going to help us to understand the basis of the investigation and whether or not it has merit.
This week former Governor of Kentucky, Steve Beshear joins us to discuss what it will take to get control of the skyrocketing healthcare premiums that so many Americans are seeing today. Can Democrats and Republicans put partisanship aside to get the job done? Tunein to listen to his call for congress to work together for the betterment of the American people.
This week we are joined by former U.S. Ambassador to Afghanistan and Deputy Chairman of NATO, General Karl Eikenberry to talk about a war which seems to have no clear end. U.S. Senator John McCain recently stated, “After sixteen years of war, we are at a stalemate in Afghanistan. Worse, we have no strategy to end that stalemate and achieve victory.” Eikenberry has dealt with the challenges in Afghanistan first hand, from both a diplomatic and military prospective. Join us as we take a deep look at what our current interests are in Afghanistan and whether or not a reassessment of our national interests are in order.
Former senate majority leader and the man voted the most respected member of the senate for 6 years running, Mr. George Mitchell joins us to discuss what steps the US can take to bring stability to the Middle East. Mitchell is the chief architect of the Good Friday Agreement which brought peace to Ireland and he served as Special Envoy for the Israeli-Arab peace process under President Obama. We would have to look long and hard to find someone more skilled at negotiations between antagonistic nations. Join us as we hear his thoughts on what America’s role in the Middle East should be.
This week we are joined by former co-founder and CEO of AOL, the man called the Washington Tech Whisperer, Mr. Steve Case. We are talking about the critical role that start-ups play in the U.S. economy. In the past three decades, 30 million jobs have been created by these fast-growing companies, accounting for all of the net job creation in the U.S. With the majority of venture capital and investments taking pace in New York, Boston and Silicon Valley, it explains why the majority of the US has not seen the same employment opportunities or economic improvements as these cities. Can changing the strategy of where investments are made help to stabilize the economy for the rest of the country? Listen now to hear what Case has to say.
This week we are joined by former Secretary of Defense, Director of the CIA, White House Chief of Staff and Congressman, Mr. Leon Panetta. Listen now to hear his views on the growing tensions with North Korea and Russia, as well as the latest lone wolf ISIS attacks in Europe. This is one you don’t want to miss!
INDIVIDUAL STATES HAVE BECOME RELIANT ON FEDERAL FUNDING, PROVIDING WASHINGTON DC FAR MORE POWER THAN OUR FOUNDING FATHERS ORIGINALLY INTENDED. THIS WEEK JIM DEMINT, SENATOR FROM SOUTH CAROLINA, JOINS US TO SPEAK ABOUT THE CONVENTION OF STATES PROJECT THAT IS DESIGNED TO PUT POWER OVER KEY ISSUES SUCH AS GUN CONTROL, VOTER REGISTRATION, HEALTHCARE ADMINISTRATION AND ABORTION BACK IN THE STATE’S HANDS.
Radio Hall of Fame inductee - Jim Bohannon, will be joining the program to talk about being a self-proclaimed “militant moderate” in an industry that is as partisan as our nation’s capital. Bohannon has been working in radio for more than five decades – applying reason and logic to the problems we face.
United States Senator from Utah, Mr. Michael Lee, will be joining us to give us an update on where the healthcare reform act stands in the Senate as well as tell us a little about the bipartisan Due Process Guarantee Act which makes it illegal to use national security as a reason to indefinitely detain individuals without bringing charges and trying them.
In the wake of the recent terrorist bombing in Manchester, the flooding in the Southern and Midwestern U.S., and the threat of a nuclear or biological weapons attack looming, there are vital questions that we must explore. What should the Federal, state and local governments be prepared to do? What steps can we personally take to be prepared? We’re going to find out from one of the world’s foremost experts on disaster response and preparedness, Michael Brown. Brown is our nation’s first UnderSecretary of Emergency Preparedness and Response under the Department of Homeland Security.
David Nabhan, author of Earthquake Prediction: Dawn of the New Seismology, is an advocate who has been calling for the creation of an earthquake warning system for the U.S. West Coast for the last two decades. He proposes a plan with zero cost whereby newspapers and other media can publish high probability advisories for elevated seismic risk.
This week week we are joined by political commentator Morton Drake to discuss the controversy surrounding the firing of FBI Director, Comey. Drake weighs in on whether the firing may be connected with the investigation on Russia’s alleged interference in the Presidential election. We also tackle what both parties must do to overcome a political stalemate in Washington so that vital matters such as tax reform, immigration and healthcare may finally and effectively be addressed.
Benjamin Fuchs is a registered pharmacist, nutritionist, and cosmetic chemist. Fuchs has worked as a Registered Pharmacist and Consulting Nutritionist for more than 15 years. Since 1991, Fuchs has lectured on the importance of nutritional supplementation for healthy skin and bodies. He holds a BS in Pharmacy from the University of Colorado and BA in Broadcast Journalism from Syracuse University. Fuchs hosts a popular, nationally syndicated radio program called The Bright Side.
This week United States Senator of Rhode Island, Mr. Sheldon Whitehouse, joins us to talk about the 2.7 Billion dollar SAFE Bridges Act which will add thousands of new American jobs while making America’s aging and dangerous bridges safe to travel on. We all assume that the bridges and roads we travel on are safe – but you will be surprised to hear what the American Society of Civil Engineers has to say and why Whitehouse introduced Legislation to make America’s infrastructure great again
This week we take a look at the long known dangers that North Korea has posed and why they have become more brazen over the past decade. We discuss why past sanctions have failed and what the current administration can do to address the threat of nuclear proliferation.
Governor Jay Inslee also joins us to discuss domestic issues. Inslee has been a vocal opponent of the Federal crack down on sanctuary cities, as well as the President’s decision to dismantle the Clean Power Plan. He will share how state Governors are reacting to new Federal initiatives and the present threat to cut Federal funding for states which fail to comply with Federal policy. Is there a show-down in the making? Join us as we get the story straight from the Governor of one of the most successful economies in the nation.
This year Americans will spend over six billion hours of productivity filing their taxes, with each individual spending an average of thirteen hours! Imagine how much further the IRS and government would be if that time were reallocated to additional taxable wages. Senior Tax Policy Counsel, Robert Goulder, joins us today to discuss our biggest misconceptions about taxes and whether the current tax code can be reformed or if Congress would be better off starting with a fresh sheet of paper.
Kathleen Sebelius, former United States Secretary of Health and Human Services, is credited with successfully shepherding the Affordable Care Act through a divided Congress. She joins us this week to talk about improvements to ACA on which both Republicans and Democrats might agree and build upon. As Ryan and the White House get ready to take another run at healthcare reform, are there provisions in the new bill which are clearly needed? Listen now to find out from a woman who is not only one of the most knowledgeable experts on Obamacare, but who is also widely respected for her bi-partisan approach.
Mr. Steve Forbes, will be joining the program to talk about his three-pronged plan for reviving America – including his recommendation that the new President and GOP-led Congress go BIG on tax cuts. Forbes is widely respected for his business and political acumen – over 70 million people consult Forbes dot com every month and Forbes Magazine has a circulation of nearly a million readers. So get comfortable and get ready to hear some straight talk as only Steve Forbes can deliver it, in this coming hour.
This week former Governor of Virginia and Presidential candidate, Mr. Jim Gilmore, joins us to weigh in on the American Health Care Act and to talk about a policy on which he passionately disagreed with his fellow 2016 candidates – what a rational, fair, safe, effective and comprehensive immigration policy would look like. Lately, we have been so distracted by the proposed temporary immigration ban, no one is talking about the components that a permanent plan must contain.
Popular political commentator, author and talk show host, Bill Press joins us to talk about whether the new GOP healthcare plan can be adjusted enough to secure the votes it requires, where the immigration travel ban goes from here, and whether the investigation into the Trump campaign’s collusion with Russia could be perceived as the same kind of political persecution the Clinton’s endured. Bill Press is best known for his popular radio show: The Bill Press Show, as well as commentaries on The Hill and Huffington Post. He regularly attends White House press briefings, keeping his hand on the pulse of our nation’s capital. Press’s successful broadcasting career has earned him four Emmys, a Golden Mike Award and he was named best commentator of the year by the Associated Press. Join as we discuss our nation’s greatest challenges with a Washington insider.
President Trump and Press Secretary Sipcer have put the press on notice, accusing mainstream media of inaccurate reporting, fake and agendized news, and doing a poor job of informing the public of facts. Today we speak with Bob Woodward, American investigative journalist, known for his work with Carl Bernstein on the Watergate scandal, to discuss how the fact checking process has become more lax over recent years during investigative reporting. Join us a we discuss Mr. Woodward’s call for the media to go back to basics.
Why has ISIS been so difficult for the United States and it’s allies to defeat? Hassan Hassan, co-author of the New York Times best seller, “ISIS: Inside the Army of Terror” joins us to discuss both the challenges that have been faced in conquering ISIS, as well as the effects that President Trump’s new defense policies in the Middle East will have on stopping the global ISIS threat.
In addition, to being one of the most knowledgeable experts on the history and inner workings of ISIS, Hassan has worked with the Brooking Institute, Carnegie Endowment for International Peace, European Council on Foreign Relations, and the Tahrir Institute for Middle East Policy in Washington DC. He has testified before the Senate Homeland Security and Government Affairs Committee and also the House Foreign Affairs Committee on defeating terrorism in Syria.
Michael Auslin, author of “The End of the Asian Century,” joins us to talk about misperceptions we have about China and other Asian nations whose economies are stagnating, demographics are shifting, and who face political unrest. Auslin paints a very different picture of Asia than the one politicians and other experts have drawn. Have the very policies that took China from a third world country to the second largest economy in the world also set the stage for their decline? Join us as we discuss the legal and economic factors which may derail China’s future growth.
Whether you are a staunch Republican, a devoted Democrat, or somewhere in between, we all want our votes to count. Protecting elections from hacking, fraudulent votes and miscounting is something we can all get behind. This week we speak with the Green Party Presidential candidate in both the 2012 and 2016 elections, Jill Stein. She will discuss why a group of computer scientists, election lawyers and herself suspected that the tallying process of votes was off in the 2016 election. Join us as we discuss steps that may be taken in the future that will ensure Americans have a more accurate counting of their votes.
The newly confirmed Administrator of the EPA, Scott Pruitt has many challenges that he will face. New Jersey’s 50th Governor and former head of the Environmental Protection Agency, Christine Todd Whitman joins us to speak about the Paris Agreement, Climate Change and the importance of reducing emissions. We also tackle steps that Pruitt can take to solicit the support of Democrats and experts currently working in the EPA.
Is the press more interested in promoting objective facts or their point of view? Mr. John King, one of our nation's most informed political journalists and the host of CNN’s Inside Politics, joins us to discuss the recent protests, as well as President Trump’s criticism of the media.
Can narcissism be utilized to get ahead? This week we take a deep dive into the difference between self-confidence and narcissism. Comic strip creator and prolific blogger, Scott Adams, speaks about his belief that an “exaggerated sense of self-importance” helped him to become an internationally acclaimed cartoonist. We also tackle Adams’ recent comments that Trump is a “Master Persuader” possessing self-confidence and an ability to appeal to human emotion, a talent stack that won him the White House.
How is the transition of power going between President Obama and Donald Trump? My guest this week, Bret Baier from Fox News’ Special Report, provides in-depth insights about how this transition compares to other historical presidential shifts in power. We will also discuss “Three Days In January, a new book authored by Baier, that chronicles Eisenhower’s final days and the passing of the baton to John F. Kennedy – a hand off that was largely different than the one we see transpiring today. Join us as we take a deep dive into presidential transitions!
This week we’re rebroadcasting one of our most popular interviews in 2016. Astronaut Buzz Aldrin explains his plan for colonizing the Red Planet by using the moon as a staging station.
This week we’ll be rebroadcasting one of our favorite interviews of 2016. The founder of eHarmony, Dr. Neil Clark Warren has a few tips on how to find true lasting, love in the new year.
My guest this week is popular astrophysicist, Neil deGrasse Tyson, who will be here to dispel many of the myths we have about the universe and explain why space exploration is vital to the United States.
This week we’re delving into the world of illicit arms trading. From secret deals between the British and Saudi governments - to the board rooms of the world’s largest corporations – Andrew Feinstein - author of “Shadow World: Inside the Global Arms Trade”- connects all the dots this week on The Costa Report.
My guest this week is former Governor of Minnesota Jesse Ventura who whose new book lays out a clear economic argument for legalizing marijuana. He’ll also explain how the current laws affect our Second Amendment rights.
Rebroadcast of one of 2016's favorite interviews, Corporate turnaround expert, Greg Brenneman.
My guest this week is Drew Johnson, the National Director of “Protect Internet Freedom,”a nonprofit organization with over 1.6 million supporters. John’s going to help us get to the bottom of proposed government regulations aimed at controlling internet use –something we should all be concerned about.
My guest this week is the CEO of one of largest foundations in the world! Who has a plan for how America can develop the next thinkers, makers, and risk takers, to win in the knowledge economy of the 21st century. Jamie Merisotis, will be here to discuss his game-changing book: “America NEEDS Talent!”
This week we’ll be speaking one of this nation’s most respected constitutional lawyers, Mr. Alan Dershowitz, about legal issues Americans should consider before casting their ballots.
This week we will be joined by Peter Navarro, Senior Economic Advisor for 2016 Presidential candidate, Donald Trump.
This week we’ll be speaking to Democrat-turned- Republican, and former Senator of Minnesota - Norman Coleman - who’ll weigh in on the election, and tell us what he did to successfully grow jobs in his state.
My guest this week is former Secretary General of NATO and Prime Minister of Denmark, Anders Fogh Rasmussen, who will be here to talk about how NATO’s changing role given ISIS attacks in France, Germany, Turkey, and other NATO member countries.
My guest this week is former Secretary of Defense, William Perry, who will be here to talk about the growing threat of nuclear war, and what the next President must do to address the danger
My guest this week is popular political strategist and commentator, and the man behind Bill Clinton’s successful Presidential bid, Mr. James Carville.
My guest this week is the former Director of the Defense Intelligence Agency and a vocal critic of how the U.S. has responded to the ISIS threat, General Michael Flynn.
My guest this week is Pulitzer Prize-winning journalist, Glenn Greenwald – who you know for his role in helping Edward Snowden bring evidence of NSA surveillance - on US citizens - to the public.
My guest this week is Governor of Colorado, John Hickenlooper, who will be here to update us on the positive effects legalizing marijuana has had in that state, and weigh in on the current Presidential election.
My guest this week is former CEO of computing giant, IBM, Sam Palmisano – who will be here to talk about the challenges public companies face meeting the short-term expectations of analysts and investors and the essential attributes of successful leaders.
My guest this week is former House Majority Leader, Tom DeLay, who will be here to talk about whether Congressional sit-ins, long filibusters and other stunts aimed at getting media attention violate ethics provisions.
My guest this week is National Security Advisor for CNN, and former Congressman, Mike Rogers, - who will be with us to discuss the challenge associated with performing surveillance on every potential terror suspect in the U.S. and abroad.
My guest this week is Congressman Darrell Issa – who says it’s time to privatize the TSA and other government functions better handled by private industry.
My guest this week is whistleblower expert, Stephen Kohn, who will be here to discuss the complexities in whistleblower law and protection.
The Costa Report breaks from its traditional format to interview two guests - Governor Jan Brewer and Political Analyst Dick Morris.
Did you know that 438 eHarmony subscribers in America get married every single day? It’s an astounding number and this week we’ll be speaking to eHarmony founder, Dr. Neil Clark Warren about love and marriage in the age of the internet.
This week we have the pleasure of speaking to Bill Nye – otherwise known as “The Science Guy.” He’s come under harsh criticism for his analysis of climate change, though his conclusions are based on empirically proven data.
My guest this week was aide and close confident to President Bill Clinton and advisor to Hillary Clinton, Sidney Blumenthal. He’ll be here to separate fact from fiction when it comes to Hillary Clinton’s track record in governance.
My guest this week is former White House Press Secretary for President George W. Bush and popular political commentator, Dana Perino, who will be here to talk about what we can expect from the candidates at the upcoming democratic and republican conventions.
My guest this week is political analyst, historian and writer, Thomas Frank, who will be here to explain what happened to the “party of the people” over the past three decades and what the party must now do to deliver on its promises.
My guest this week is known as the corporate 'turnaround expert, working with major corporations including Continental Airlines, Burger King, and Quiznos.
My guest this week is was the ONLY GOP Presidential candidate to surge ahead of Donald Trump in national polls before stepping down and endorsing him, Dr. Ben Carson. He’ll be here to tell us why Donald Trump is the candidate to beat.
My guest is known as one of the most aggressive prosecuting attorneys in the country – you recognize him from the televised Jodie Arias case - Juan Martinez - will be with here to explain why guilt criminals walk free.
This week we break from traditional format and bring you TWO guests, consumer advocate Erin Brockovich, and DNC Chair Debbie Wasserman Schultz, as they discuss the future of the United States.
My guest this week is Pulitzer Prize-winning journalist, Fred Kaplan, – who will be here to shed light on the history of cyber war and the difficulty of knowing when - and when not - to strike back.
My guest this week is an Emmy Award winning journalist who many of you recognize for his insightful political analysis on Fox News. Juan Williams will be here to help break down the primaries as we head into home stretch.
My guest this week is former Director of the NSA and CIA, General Michael Hayden, who will be here to talk about whether greater intelligence sharing could have prevented the attacks in Paris and Brussels.
My guest this week is former Governor of Arizona, Jan Brewer, who will be joining us to talk about the measures Arizona took to secure the state’s southern borders and crack down on illegal immigration.
My guest this week has the honor of being the second man to walk on the moon. Former astronaut, Buzz Aldrin will be here to talk about a manned mission to Mars in 2040.
Recently senators Tom Dashle and Trent Lott jointly authored the book “Crisis Point” to bridge the divisiveness and partisan gridlock in Washington – join me as we explore what it will take to get the nation moving forward again with former Senate Majority Leader, Tom Dashle right here on The Costa Report!
This week we take a break from election coverage to check in with world renown technology pioneer, Phillipe Kahn, - inventor of the camera phone - to find out how he’s about to change the way we sleep.
This week executive editor of The Weekly Standard, Fred Barnes will be joining us to talk about why the stakes are so high in the 2016 Presidential election.
My guest this week is former Senator of Arkansas, Mark Pryor. He’ll be here to talk about why Arkansas has become an important state to watch in the 2016 Presidential election.
This week popular columnist for the Washington Post, Dana Milbank, will be here to talk about how the 2016 election is shaping up, and whether being a woman is helping - or hurting - Hilary Clinton.
My guest this week is former Senator, Jeff Bingaman. He’ll be here to talk about the low-carbon bill he put forward which included helping Alaska’s coastal areas adjust to climate change. As well as, news that the nuclear test ban treaty may be rekindled.
My guest this week will be here to talk about Iran’s new economic freedom. Political writer and television host, Steve Kornacki will be joining us to take a look at the impact relaxing trade and other restrictions with Iran will have down the road.
My guest this week is CNN host and journalist, Ashleigh Banfield, who’ll be here talk about whether we need NEW laws, or whether we have an oversight and enforcement problem. Two different problems!
My guest this week is former NASA Commander of the International Space Center, Dr. Leroy Chiao. He’ll be here to talk about the race to make suborbital commercial flight affordable, and whether China has the upper hand.
My guest this week was the “Chairman of the Defense Policy Board” under President Bush and “Assistant Secretary of Defense for Global Strategic Affairs” under President Reagan - Mr. Richard Perle.
My guest this week is lawyer, political activist, and former Presidential candidate, Mr. Ralph Nader - who will be here to talk about the emergence of non-establishment, “insurgent” candidates in 2016, and the dangerous trend of following our impulses, rather than investigating the facts.
My guest this week is lawyer and conservative commentator, Ann Coulter - who will be here to tackle the difficult question of HOW a nation - which was founded on the principle of religious freedom - should respond to a “religious war.”
My guest this week is environment, and civil rights advocate, Mr. Van Jones - who is going to tell us what happened to the 787 Billion, American Recovery & Reinvestment Act (ARRA), and all those “green jobs” we heard about.
Every year we choose one interview that changed the way we think. In 2015 that interview was with none other than former CEO of Pepsi and Apple Computer, John Sculley. Join us as we re-visit the topic of innovation in America with business icon, John Sculley
Jim Lehrer is the former executive editor and news anchor for the PBS NewsHour. Lehrer joined the National Public Affairs Center for Television (NPACT) as a correspondent, which led to an Emmy-winning collaboration with Robert MacNeil for their continuous live coverage of the Watergate scandal. In addition to numerous awards for journalism, including the 1999 National Humanities Medal presented by President Bill Clinton, Lehrer has been inducted into the Television Hall of Fame. He has also served as moderator for twelve presidential debates.
My guest this week is former Governor of Minnesota and the man who many expected to be Mitt Romney’s Vice Presidential running mate - Mr. Tim Pawlenty. He’ll be here to talk about why there’s so little talk about what the private sector – rather than the government - can be doing to help those preparing to retire.
My guest this week is a writer and researched for Demos, whose work has appeared in Rolling Stone magazine, Salon, The Nation, The Washington Post, The New Republic, Al Jazeera, and The Atlantic - who have all widely praised his investigative reporting and unique perspective.
My guest this week was Speechwriter, and Special Assistant, to President Reagan, and is a popular columnist for the Wall Street Journal, Ms. Peggy Noonan.
My guest this week is the former Commissioner of the New York City Department of Corrections - who – in an ironic twist of fate – became an inmate of the very prison system he once oversaw.
My guest this week is former Congressman from Ohio, Dennis Kucinich - who says a Department of Defense is not enough! The United States needs a “Department of Peace” which is committed to avoiding wars. Is Kucinich on to something?
My guest this week has been dispensing practical financial advice for over 2 decades. Financial whiz, Suze Orman will be here to explain why so many Americans are living paycheck-to-paycheck - and what we can do about growing personal debt.
Mark your calendars right now! - because my guest this week is none other than one of the leading GOP Presidential contenders - neuro-surgeon, Dr. Ben Carson. Don’t miss a revealing conversation with candidate Ben Carson!
This week we take a step back from politics, business and global events, to speak with well-being expert, Deepak Chopra. We’ve all had the experience of feeling invisible –at a party, at work, or at home. Join us as we discover what to do when we feel invisible!
My guest this week is the scientist who put global warming on the map – and who has recently come out with his most alarming forecast YET. Dr. James Hansen will be here to put the question of climate change to rest - once and for all.
John McAfee is a technologist, best known for developing the first anti-virus software program. He is the 2016 presidential candidate of the ‘Cyber Party.'
My guest this week is former Congresswoman and nominee for the Presidency, Ms. Michele Bachmann – who will be here to talk about just how big a role beliefs play in forging public policy. Don’t miss the – always controversial – Michele Bachmann
My guest this week is former Commander in Chief of the U. S. Central Command, General Anthony Zinni, who’ll be here to explain what it will take to stop the ISIS momentum.
My guest this week took over as Executive Director of the American Civil Liberties Union 7 days before the 9/11 attacks. Anthony Romero will be here to talk about the growing need to protect liberties guaranteed by the Constitution.
If there’s one person we can turn to – to explore the role DEBATE moderators / and members of the press/ play in shaping elections, it’s legendary news anchor, Jim Lehrer.
Did you know that 1 out of t10 Americans will be diagnosed with what is considered to be a Rare Disease? And that it could take up to 3-5-8 years to diagnose that disease? Find out how my next guest, technology guru and CEO of CrowdMed, Jared Heyman, is using the internet to cut the time to diagnosis to less than 3 months.
My guest this week was the former U.S. Ambassador to Russia, and Special Assistant to President Obama, Mr. Michael McFaul. He’ll be here separate fact from fiction when it comes to Putin’s aspirations for Russia.
My guest this week is civil rights leader, and former candidate for the Democratic nomination for the Presidency, Mr. Jesse Jackson, who’ll be here to talk about the benefits – and conditions needed - for a true Meritocracy in America.
My guest this week is popular television host, Tavis Smiley, who will be here to talk about poverty and racism in America. Don’t miss the - always insightful, Tavis Smiley, here on The Costa Report -
Guest this week is Scientist and Author, Dr. Derek Cheung, who exposes the scoundrels who changed our world.
My guest this week is Democratic Presidential nominee, and former governor of Rhode Island, Mr. Lincoln Chafee, who says it’s time for the U.S. to go metric. Why metric? Find out when Presidential hopeful, Lincoln Chaffee joins The Costa Report.
Guest this week is Congresswoman Marcy Kaptur, who says Trans Pacific Trade Agreement plays fast and loose with American jobs.
You recognized her from her work on 60 Minutes, the CBS Evening News and Face the nation. Guest this week is Lesley Stahl, who will be here to talk about homeland security, China's monopoly on rare earth elements, and other stories in the news. Don't miss Lesley Stahl.
Guest this week is world acclaimed historian and author, David McCullough who will be here to talk about exactly how the Wright brothers succeeded, where so many had failed. Don't miss the one and only, David McCullough
Guest this week is rock musician and board member of the American Rifle Association, Mr. Ted Nugent - who will be here to explain whether the right to bear arms means ANY arms, ANY where. Don't miss the always-outspoken, Ted Nugent.
Guest this week was Secretary of Housing and Urban Development, under President Clinton, Mr. Henry Cisneros who will be here to talk about 13 trends which make investing in real estate in urban centers a sure bet.
Guest this week is legendary publisher and first amendment advocate, Larry Flynt who recently challenged the state of Missouri for access to death sentence execution protocols.
Guest this week is the CEO of Aeromobil, Juraj Vaculik who is introducing the first FLYING car in the next two years. Are we ready for a flying car?
Guest this week is the Commissioner of the FCC, Mignon Clyburn who will be here to talk about protecting EQUAL access to the internet, and how talk radio will be affected by new AM regulations.
Guest this week is former House Intelligence Chairman, Mike Rogers who says the U.S. must prepare for a long engagement with ISIS - and expect more cyber attacks from China.
Guest this week is Senator from Oklahoma, Tom Coburn, who claims that Las Vegas and Washington DC have more in common than we think.
Guest this week, Lanny Davis was special counsel to President Clinton, and also served under President Bush. Mr. Davis, will talk about a national debt which has climbed from 10 trillion to 18 trillion during the Obama administration, and will reach 20 trillion by the next election.
Guest this week is legendary DEA Agent, Steve Peterson, who will paint a shocking picture of how violent cartels have infiltrated the United States.
Guest this week is one of the most qualified experts on Russian politics, Mr. Vladimir Pozner who will help us understand what Putin's plans are, and how the U.S. should respond. Don't miss Vladimir Pozner.
Guest this week is Chairman of Forbes Media, Mr. Steve Forbes, who says world economics are in for a tough year ahead and the key to building a robust economy is to cut, cut, cut taxes. Is Forbes right?
This week popular editor of the Weekly Standard, and political analyst,Bill Kristol, will weigh in on the ISIS conflict, and why the A-10 Warthog is sending ISIS fighters running for cover. Don't miss Bill Kristol.
The Costa Report™ is a post-partisan talk show for thinking people – citizens who don't care whether a solution comes from the left, right or center, so long as it works.
Each week The Costa Report goes where the big networks won't. And delivers what big talk show hosts don't. Costa invites the world's top newsmakers and thought-leaders to discuss the challenges we now face for one full hour. No sound bites. No talking points. No scripting or editing. From government debt, healthcare and terrorism, to election, education and energy reform, no topic is off-limits.
This week on The Costa Report™ Rebecca Costa talks to legendary broadcaster and bestselling author, Lou Dobbs.
This week on The Costa Report™ Rebecca Costa talks to the 53rd governor of New York State, George Pataki.
This week on The Costa Report™ Rebecca Costa talks to President of The Rand Corporation, Michael Rich.
This week on The Costa Report™ Rebecca Costa talks to author, inventor and director of engineering at Google, Ray Kurzweil.
This week on The Costa Report™ Rebecca Costa talks to author, inventor and director of engineering at Google, Ray Kurzweil.
This week on The Costa Report™ Rebecca Costa talks to investment broker and financial commentator, Peter Schiff.
This week on The Costa Report™ Rebecca Costa talks to former Governor of California, Pete Wilson.
This week on The Costa Report™ Rebecca Costa talks to computer anti-virus software pioneer, John McAfee.
This week on The Costa Report™ Rebecca Costa talks to a historic whistleblower and long time civil servant, Linda Tripp.
This week on The Costa Report™ Rebecca Costa talks to the most significant First Amendment lawyer of our time, Floyd Abrams.
This week on The Costa Report™ Rebecca Costa talks to Clem Brooks, author of Whose Rights? Counterterrorism and the Dark Side of American Public Opinion.
This week on The Costa Report™ Rebecca Costa talks to former American lobbyist, Jack Abramoff.
This week on The Costa Report™ Rebecca Costa talks about the upcoming Boston Marathon bombing trial with Stephen Jones, former defense attorney for Timothy McVeigh.
This week on The Costa Report™ Rebecca Costa interviews drummer for The Doors and author of The Doors: Unhinged, John Densmore.
This week on The Costa Report™ Rebecca Costa interviews author of Passages, Gail Sheehy.
This week on The Costa Report™ Rebecca Costa interviews Eleanor Clift, political reporter, television pundit and author.
This week on The Costa Report™ Rebecca Costa interviews Shannon Watts, the founder of Moms Demand Action for Gun Sense in America.
This week on The Costa Report™ Rebecca Costa interviews Emmy Award winning actor and author, William Shatner.
This week on The Costa Report™ Rebecca Costa interviews first female governor of New Jersey, Christine Todd Whitman.
This week on The Costa Report™ Rebecca Costa interviews the most highly decorated serving General, Barry McCaffrey.
This week on The Costa Report™ Rebecca Costa interviews Middle East scholar, Dennis Ross.
This week on The Costa Report™ Rebecca Costa interviews former Senator, Kay Bailey Hutchison.
This week on The Costa Report™ Rebecca Costa interviews journalist and author, Peter Bergen.
This week on The Costa Report™ Rebecca Costa interviews former Secretary of State, Paul H. O'Neill.
This week on The Costa Report™ Rebecca Costa interviews media personality, writer and film producer, Phil Donahue.
This week on The Costa Report™ Rebecca Costa interviews Denise Ryan, leading advocate for organic farmers.
This week on The Costa Report™ Rebecca Costa interviews General Chuck Yeager, the most famous and celebrated aviators of all time.
This week on The Costa Report™ Rebecca Costa interviews Dick Cavett, three-time Emmy award winner and host of The Dick Cavett Show.
This week on The Costa Report™ Rebecca Costa interviews Tom Tancredo, universally recognized as the most vocal opponent of illegal immigration in Washington.
This week on The Costa Report™ Rebecca Costa interviews Neil Barofsky, author of BAILOUT: An Inside Account of How Washington Abandoned Main Street While Rescuing Wall Street.
This week on The Costa Report™ Rebecca Costa interviews Emmy Award Winning Talk Show Host, Larry King .
John King’s career as a writer began when joined the Associated Press in 1985. In 1991, King was named chief political correspondent and headed the AP's political coverage of the 1992 and 1996 elections. Also in 1991, King won the top reporting prize from the Associated Press Managing Editors' Association for his coverage of the Gulf War in Kuwait. In 1997, King joined CNN where he served as the senior White House correspondent from 1999 to 2005. In 2005, King was named CNN's chief national correspondent, a position he still holds. He frequently appears on the nightly news programs The Situation Room and Anderson Cooper 360.
This week on The Costa Report™ Rebecca Costa interviews author and political analyst, Norman Ornstein.
This week on The Costa Report™ Rebecca Costa interviews political organizer and strategist, Patti Solis Doyle.
This week on The Costa Report™ Rebecca Costa interviews liberal political commentator, Alan Colmes.
This week on The Costa Report™ Rebecca Costa interviews John Zogby, the hottest and most accurate pollster and analyst of America's political and cultural landscape.
This week on The Costa Report™ Rebecca Costa interviews Parmy Olson, London Bureau Chief and author of We Are Anonymous: Inside the Hacker World of LulzSec, Anonymous, and the Global Cyber Insurgency.
This week on The Costa Report™ Rebecca Costa interviews Libertarian candidate for President and the former Governor of New Mexico, Gary Johnson.
This week on The Costa Report™ Rebecca Costa interviews stand-up comedian, actor and author, Richard Belzer.
This week on The Costa Report™ Rebecca Costa interviews lawyer, human rights advocate and former Secretary of Veterans Affairs, Jim Nicholson.
This week on The Costa Report™ Rebecca Costa interviews founder of Craigslist, Craig Newmark.
This week on The Costa Report™ Rebecca Costa interviews Tom Bevan, Co-Founder and Executive Editor or RealClearPolitics.
This week on The Costa Report™ Rebecca Costa interviews renowned counter terrorism expert, Ambassador Henry Crumpton.