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Intriguing hour-long conversations with people who are making things happen. Hosted by Peter Slen. New episodes every Sunday evening. From the network that brings you "Washington Today" and "Lectures in History" podcasts.

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To mark the 25th anniversary of the attacks on September 11, 2001, we present first-hand accounts of that day from first responders, journalists, political figures, and others. You'll hear from New York City firefighter Tim Brown, World Trade Center ... more

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Actor Mark Harmon and retired NCIS special agent Leon Carroll, Jr., discuss their book "Ghosts of Sicily," the latest in their series about real-life Naval intelligence operations. "Ghosts of Sicily" tells the story of the U.S. government's use of th... more

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Tad Devine, former chief campaign strategist for Bernie Sanders and the author of "How the Democrats Screwed Bernie," argues that Hillary Clinton and the Democratic National Committee used dirty tricks, dark money groups, and the mainstream media to ... more

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On February 1, 2003, Space Shuttle Columbia disintegrated over Texas and Louisiana while re-entering Earth's atmosphere, killing all seven astronauts on board. Former Space Shuttle Launch Director Mike Leinbach, who led debris recovery and reconstruc... more

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Tim Brown
Firefighter, involved in World Trade Center response
New York Fire Department
Episode: 9/11 Oral Histories
Andy Card
White House Chief of Staff
White House (Bush administration)
Episode: 9/11 Oral Histories
Ari Fleischer
White House Press Secretary
White House
Episode: 9/11 Oral Histories
Doug Mills
Photographer for The New York Times
The New York Times
Episode: 9/11 Oral Histories
Ann Compton
Reporter traveling with the President
ABC News
Episode: 9/11 Oral Histories
Mark Harmon
Actor; co-author of Ghosts of Sicily
Actor, co-author
Episode: Mark Harmon & Leon Carroll, Jr., "Ghosts of Sicily"
Leon Carroll Jr.
Former NCIS investigator; technical advisor on NCIS
Naval Criminal Investigative Service (NCIS); author
Episode: Mark Harmon & Leon Carroll, Jr., "Ghosts of Sicily"
Tad Devine
Political strategist and author of How the Democrats Screwed Bernie
Former Bernie Sanders campaign chief strategist
Episode: Tad Devine, "How the Democrats Screwed Bernie"
Mike Leinbach
Former NASA Shuttle Launch Director, author of Bringing Columbia Home
NASA/Space Shuttle program
Episode: Mike Leinbach, Former Space Shuttle Launch Director & Co-Author, "Bringing Columbia Home"

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Peter Slen
Host of Q&A, frequently leads in-depth interviews across politics, history, and culture.

Reviews

4.3 out of 5 stars from 271 ratings
  • 12/28/2025: Former NBA player Enes Kanter Freedom discusses his book and his work in human rights.

    Shame on Turkey, the PRC and the NBA.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    another RJF
    United States8 months ago
  • All CSpan

    I like all of C-SPAN programs/podcasts some more than others. I consider C-SPAN to be one of the most valuable news organizations in America.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Llallall
    United States2 years ago
  • Collins unable to justify his actions. 🤷🏻‍♂️

    Admittedly—he is a remarkably intelligible man who effortlessly and diligently tried to be forthright about the operations of the NIH during his 12 year career. He touted great leadership and results but I don’t think he realizes the abject failures and his incompetency FAR outweighed all benefits he bestows and lauds. I think he is extraordinarily disillusioned. The actions of the NIH and WHO was nightmarish. After hearing him speak and defend his actions, I found his pitch extremely wanting. N... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    ballpeen brain
    United States2 years ago
  • Bruni is Looney…

    I confess he is articulate and he at times tries to be middle ground, but I sincerely feel you don’t have to be a keen listener to notice his blatant bias towards the Left and his penchant to slam the Right. It was so painfully obvious to me that he indeed has TDS. In fact, It was so ostensible to me that it hurt his argument astronomically. He treads carefully over this subject as though walking on eggs at times, but then he just implodes when his ferocity toward Trump cannot be contained. He e... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    ballpeen brain
    United States2 years ago
  • Sound quality needs to be better

    I saw this mentioned on other comments, and I agree that the sound and audio quality needs to improve on Q&A. Otherwise, I greatly enjoy it. Thank you.

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    thai shshnajsb
    United States3 years ago

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Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Mark Harmon & Leon Carroll, Jr., "Ghosts of Sicily"
Q: How did real cases influence NCIS on TV and its accuracy?
The guests describe how early NCIS episodes drew on real cases and experiences from naval intelligence, and how a technical advisor like Carroll helped maintain authenticity, while acknowledging some dramatic shifts for television over the years.
Mark Harmon & Leon Carroll, Jr., "Ghosts of Sicily"
Q: What inspired the collaboration for Ghosts of Sicily?
Mark Harmon initiated the project with Leon Carroll Jr. because they saw value in telling true stories about the agency and its people, blending factual history with engaging storytelling and leveraging Carroll's insider perspective to ensure accuracy.
Mark Harmon & Leon Carroll, Jr., "Ghosts of Sicily"
Q: Did the mafia help win World War II?
Yes, the guests explain that mafia-connected sources in New York and Sicily provided crucial intelligence that aided naval operations and landings in Italy, with careful coordination to avoid compromising sources and with later verification through investigations like the Herlins Report.
Tad Devine, "How the Democrats Screwed Bernie"
Q: What happened at the end of the 2016 primary with Bernie and you?
He describes a difficult post-campaign dynamic, including tensions over portrayal in the media and a meeting at Bernie's house; ultimately Bernie ended collaboration, but Devine remained willing to help with Hillary Clinton's endorsement ad, which was not aired.
Tad Devine, "How the Democrats Screwed Bernie"
Q: How did the Sanders campaign handle messaging and ad production?
Devine explains the process of developing a cohesive national message—centralizing a theme of a rigged economy—and the careful creation of positive ads that showcased Bernie's vision, including the iconic America and American Horizon spots.

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A thoughtful interview format features long-form conversations with authors, historians, journalists, and policy figures who are shaping public discourse, history, and culture. Episodes cover history, politics, publishing, space, and media, often weaving behind-the-scenes anecdotes with broader context. Noteworthy strengths include deep-dive insights from recognized authorities, a restraint in over-education of guests, and a mix of historical analysis with contemporary relevance. The show tends to attract listeners who enjoy well-researched storytelling and expert perspectives on governance, current events, and culture, with a preference for high-quality, long-form dialogue over quick takes.

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1. Tim Brown
2. Andy Card
3. Ari Fleischer
4. Doug Mills
5. Ann Compton
6. Mark Harmon
7. Leon Carroll Jr.
8. Tad Devine

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