Video Archive (2009-2010 Season)
Show 1301: Energy Summit Part I
- PART ONE: "The Problem": - Join host Dennis Wholey for an in depth roundtable discussion of America's energy needs, uses, and abuses. Guests include David E. Rogers of the Department of Energy, Andy Karsner of Applied Materials, Rayola Dougher of the American Petroleum Institute, Lou Anna K. Simon the President Michigan State University, Eileen Claussen the President of Pew Center on Global Climate Change, and Daniel Weiss of the Center for American Progress.
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Show 1302: Energy Summit Part II
- PART TWO: "The Solution": - Join host Dennis Wholey for the second half of an in depth roundtable discussion of America's uncertain future regarding energy. Guests include David E. Rogers of the Department of Energy, Andy Karsner of Applied Materials, Rayola Dougher of the American Petroleum Institute, Lou Anna K. Simon the President Michigan State University, Eileen Claussen the President of Pew Center on Global Climate Change, and Daniel Weiss of the Center for American Progress.
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Show 1303: Unification Minister Hyun In-Taek
- Together South Korean Unification Minister Hyun In-Taek and Dennis Wholey discuss North Korea's nuclear program, as well as the past present and future relations of North and South Korea.
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Show 1304: Ambassador Kathleen Stephens
- Dennis Wholey, and Ambassador Stephens discuss her long history with South Korea, and the future of the growing country.
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Show 1305: Green Korea
- THIS IS AMERICA visits the city of Seoul, South Korea to learn more about the country's inspiring commitment and dedication to Green Growth and Eco tourism. A featured interview is the Minister of The Environment Lee Maan-ee.
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Show 1306: Alia Malek
Dennis Wholey and author Alia Malek discuss her new book, A Country Called Amreeka, which looks into the unique experiences of Arab-Americans living in the United States.
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Show 1307: Ralph Nader
Dennis Wholey and consumer advocate Ralph Nader discuss health care, corporate America, President Obama's proposed Consumer Financial Protection Agency, and his new book Only The Super-Rich Can Save Us.
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Show 1308: Steven V. Roberts
Dennis Wholey and renowned journalist, author, and educator Steven V. Roberts discuss his new book, From Every End of This Earth: 13 Families and the New Lives They Made in America, which looks into the trials and triumphs of immigration in America.
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Show 1309: Arab Ambassadors
Join host Dennis Wholey as he discusses how the Arab world views the United States with Ambassador Hesham Youssef of the League of Arab States and Ambassador Nabil Fahmy, former Egyptian Ambassador to the United States.
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Show 1310: Six Women Ambassadors Part I
Join Dennis Wholey for a conversation with an unprecedented gathering of 6 women ambassadors from across the globe, that are representing their countries in Washington D.C. The countries that will be represented are India, Singapore, Colombia, Liechtenstein, Zambia, and Oman.
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Show 1311: Six Women Ambassadors Part II
- PART TWO: Join Dennis Wholey as he concludes his conversation with a remarkable gathering of 6 women ambassadors from across the globe, that are representing their countries in Washington D.C. The countries being represented are India, Singapore, Colombia, Liechtenstein, Zambia, and Oman.
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Show 1314: Sir Harold Evans Part I
Join host Dennis Wholey as he speaks with legendary journalist Sir Harold Evans about his remarkable career as editor of the Sunday Times for fourteen years and subsequently the Times of London; former President and Publisher of Random House, and author of seven books including, My Paper Chase: True Stories of Vanished Times.
Part I (of II Parts) focus on Sir Harry's childhood in Manchester, England during W.W.II, his early dreams to be a journalist, and his initial job as a junior reporter on a weekly newspaper.
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Show 1315: Sir Harold Evans Part II
Join host Dennis Wholey as he speaks with legendary journalist Sir Harold Evans about his remarkable career as editor of the Sunday Times for fourteen years and subsequently the Times of London; former President and Publisher of Random House, and author of seven books including, My Paper Chase: True Stories of Vanished Times.
Part II (of II Parts) focus on why newspapers are important, and the impact of Internet journalism.
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Show 1316: New York Roundtable Part I
Join host Dennis Wholey as he discusses the current events of the day with 5 guests in New York City. Guests include TV legend Dick Cavett, Robin Bronk of The Creative Coalition, Walter Anderson the former Chariman and CEO of Parade Publications, Jane Bryant Quinn, author of "Making the Most of Your Money NOW", and Ken Auletta, author of "Googled: The End of the World as We Know It".
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Show 1317: New York Roundtable Part II
Join host Dennis Wholey as he concludes his discussion with 5 guests in New York City. Guests include TV legend Dick Cavett, Robin Bronk of The Creative Coalition, Walter Anderson the former Chariman and CEO of Parade Publications, Jane Bryant Quinn, author of "Making the Most of Your Money Now", and Ken Auletta, author of "Googled: The End of the World as We Know It".
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Show 1318: David M. Walker
Join host Dennis Wholey as he speaks with David M. Walker, former Comptroller General of the United States and former CEO of The Government Accountability Office. Mr. Walker is currently the President and CEO of the Peter G. Peterson Foundation. Together Mr. Walker and Dennis Wholey discuss the “fiscal insanity” of Washington, and the country.
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Show 1319: David Hajdu
Join host Dennis Wholey as he speaks with David Hajdu, music critic for The New Republic and finalist for The National Book Critics Circle Award. Both men discuss Hajdu's new book "Heroes and Villains: Essays on Music, Movies, Comics, and Culture", as well as the evolution of music in the United States.
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Show 1322: Ted Leonsis Part I
Join host Dennis Wholey as he speaks with Ted Leonsis, owner of the Washington Capitals, former Vice Chairman of America Online, and author of "The Business of Happiness: 6 Secrets to Extraordinary Success in Life and Work". Together they discuss Mr. Leonsis' new book, and his unique path to becoming one of the most notable business men in Washington.
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Show 1323: Ted Leonsis Part II
Join host Dennis Wholey as he concludes his conversation with Ted Leonsis, owner of the Washington Capitals, former Vice Chairman of America Online, and author of "The Business of Happiness: 6 Secrets to Extraordinary Success in Life and Work". Together they discuss Leonsis' unique perspective on business and the important life lessons that have guided his success.
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Show 1324: Timothy E. Wirth
Join host Dennis Wholey as he speaks with Timothy E. Wirth, President of the United Nations Foundation. Both men discuss issues of disease and health-care in troubled parts of the world.
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Show 1325: Lessons
Join host Dennis Wholey as he examines the wide variety of answers he has received to one of his most commonly asked questions, "What is the most important lesson you have ever learned?". This program revisits different conversations with many of the shows unique guests to learn about the important lessons that guide their lives.
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Show 1327: Women In The Arab World
This program focuses on two prominent women in the United Arab Emirates, H.E. Mariam Al Roumi, Minister of Social Affairs and Jameela Khanji, Director of the Family Development Foundation. Each guest speaks about their views on the lives of women, as well as the critical role of community and family in their country. (Recorded on location in the United Arab Emirates)
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Show 1328: Tourism In The Arab World
Join host Dennis Wholey as THIS IS AMERICA travels to 3 stunning destinations. The program features footage and interviews from the historic city of Nizwa in Oman, the Museum of Islamic Art in Qatar, and the Pyramids of Giza in Egypt. While in the city of Nizwa, the former capital of Oman, Dennis explores Nizwa fort with Shakir M. Al Araimi from the Ministry of Information. In Doha, the capital of Qatar, Dennis speaks with Dr. Oliver Watson, the director of the Museum of Islamic Art. While in Cairo, Dennis learns about the history of the Pyramids with Dr. Zahi Hawass of the Supreme Council of Antiquities.
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Show 1329: Growth & Development In The Arab World
Join host Dennis Wholey as he speaks with a variety of guests from five different Middle Eastern countries about the difficult struggles and remarkable successes of the region, as it has developed over the years. Featured guests include the mayor of Amman Jordan, Eng. Omar Maani and H.E. Mohammed Omar Abdullah, Under Secretary of the Department of Planning & Economy in the UAE. Additional guests include Khalid Bin Jabor Al Thani, M.D., Chairman of the National Qatar Cancer Society, Ahmad Ali M. Al Mukhaini, Vice Principal of the Saslo Legal Training Center in Oman, and Ambassador Hesham Youssef of the League of Arab States in Egypt.
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Show 1330: Culture & Values In The Arab World
Join host Dennis Wholey as he speaks with two prominent religious leaders from Oman and Jordan. Guests include H.E. Sheikh Al Kharousi, Assistant Grand Mufti in Oman and Fr. Nabil D. Haddad, Executive Director of the Jordanian Interfaith Coexistence Research Center.
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Show 1331: Dennis Van Roekel
Join host Dennis Wholey as he speaks with Dennis Van Roekel, President of the National Education Association. Mr. Van Roekel delivers his annual report card on the state of public education in the United States.
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Show 1332: Education & Poverty Roundtable PART I
Join host Dennis Wholey as he and six guests examine the complex challenges concerning education and poverty that face our nation today.
Guests include Dennis Van Roekel, President of the National Education Association, Randi Weingarten, President of the American Federation of Teachers, and James H. Shelton III, Assistant Deputy Secretary for Innovation and Improvement of the U.S. Department of Education. Additional guests include Morna A. Murray, J.D., President and CEO of the Catholics in Alliance for the Common Good, Raul González, Director of Legislative Affairs of the National Council of La Raza, and Wendy D. Puriefoy, President of the Public Education Network.
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Show 1333: Education & Poverty Roundtable PART II
Join host Dennis Wholey as he and six guests conclude their discussion centered around the inseparable topics of education and poverty.
Guests include Dennis Van Roekel, President of the National Education Association, Randi Weingarten, President of the American Federation of Teachers, and James H. Shelton III, Assistant Deputy Secretary for Innovation and Improvement of the U.S. Department of Education. Additional guests include Morna A. Murray, J.D., President and CEO of the Catholics in Alliance for the Common Good, Raul González, Director of Legislative Affairs of the National Council of La Raza, and Wendy D. Puriefoy, President of the Public Education Network.
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