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37. Sept 7
September 7, 2025
Journalist and author Fareed Zakaria hosts this in-depth look at the major global developments of the week (the title's "GPS" stands for "Global Public Square"), with an emphasis on new ideas and innovative solutions to the World's toughest problems. Each episode also features Zakaria leading a panel discussion and interviewing a major world figure.
36. Big, Beautiful Tariffs: A Fareed Zakaria Special
September 1, 2025
On April 2, 2025—a day President Trump declared "Liberation Day"—the United States launched a sweeping assault on eight decades of American-led open trade—a system that, while imperfect, had fostered unprecedented global peace and prosperity. With the imposition of large tariffs on America's closest allies and on more than a hundred countries—including impoverished nations like Lesotho, and even two uninhabited territories near Antarctica—the U.S. now has its highest tariffs since the early 1930s. These measures are expected to raise prices on everyday goods such as cars and groceries, costing the average American household thousands of dollars per year. As the nation embarks on this economic experiment inspired by the protectionist policies of the past, Fareed Zakaria asks: How did we get here, and where are we headed?
This special takes viewers back through history to understand the forces behind this dramatic shift and the likely impact of this current protectionist gamble. Trump's tariff policies tap into a powerful nostalgia for an economy that used to really make things—and for the bountiful middle-class manufacturing jobs that came with it. It's an understandable desire to go back to a past that shaped the country's economy and character. In this special hour, Zakaria examines how Trump's chaotic economic experiment, inspired by policies from the 1800s, may ultimately harm more Americans than it benefits and jeopardize the jobs of the future.
Through reporting and analysis, Zakaria explores the decline of American manufacturing jobs, the seductive but outdated vision of a manufacturing comeback, and the real risks of undermining America's economic leadership in high-tech industries. The special hour features interviews with leading experts, including: David Autor, Massachusetts Institute of Technology & author, The Work of the Future; Peter S. Goodman, The New York Times & author, How the World Ran Out of Everything; Douglas A. Irwin, Dartmouth College & author, Clashing Over Commerce; Jennifer M. Miller, Dartmouth College & author, Cold War Democracy; and Leah Wright Rigueur, Johns Hopkins University & author, The Loneliness of the Black Republican.
"Tariffs have become a central issue in today's political and economic debates," said Fareed Zakaria. "This documentary aims to cut through the rhetoric and provide viewers with a clear understanding of how tariffs work, who they help, and who they hurt."
35. Aug 31
August 31, 2025
Journalist and author Fareed Zakaria hosts this in-depth look at the major global developments of the week (the title's "GPS" stands for "Global Public Square"), with an emphasis on new ideas and innovative solutions to the World's toughest problems. Each episode also features Zakaria leading a panel discussion and interviewing a major world figure.
34. Aug 24
August 24, 2025
Journalist and author Fareed Zakaria hosts this in-depth look at the major global developments of the week (the title's "GPS" stands for "Global Public Square"), with an emphasis on new ideas and innovative solutions to the World's toughest problems. Each episode also features Zakaria leading a panel discussion and interviewing a major world figure.
33. Aug 17
August 17, 2025
Journalist and author Fareed Zakaria hosts this in-depth look at the major global developments of the week (the title's "GPS" stands for "Global Public Square"), with an emphasis on new ideas and innovative solutions to the World's toughest problems. Each episode also features Zakaria leading a panel discussion and interviewing a major world figure.
32. Aug 10
August 10, 2025
Journalist and author Fareed Zakaria hosts this in-depth look at the major global developments of the week (the title's "GPS" stands for "Global Public Square"), with an emphasis on new ideas and innovative solutions to the World's toughest problems. Each episode also features Zakaria leading a panel discussion and interviewing a major world figure.
31. Aug 3, 2025
August 3, 2025
Journalist and author Fareed Zakaria hosts this in-depth look at the major global developments of the week (the title's "GPS" stands for "Global Public Square"), with an emphasis on new ideas and innovative solutions to the World's toughest problems. Each episode also features Zakaria leading a panel discussion and interviewing a major world figure.
30. July 27, 2025
July 27, 2025
Journalist and author Fareed Zakaria hosts this in-depth look at the major global developments of the week (the title's "GPS" stands for "Global Public Square"), with an emphasis on new ideas and innovative solutions to the World's toughest problems. Each episode also features Zakaria leading a panel discussion and interviewing a major world figure.
29. July 20, 2025
July 20, 2025
Journalist and author Fareed Zakaria hosts this in-depth look at the major global developments of the week (the title's "GPS" stands for "Global Public Square"), with an emphasis on new ideas and innovative solutions to the World's toughest problems. Each episode also features Zakaria leading a panel discussion and interviewing a major world figure.
28. July 13, 2025
July 13, 2025
Journalist and author Fareed Zakaria hosts this in-depth look at the major global developments of the week (the title's "GPS" stands for "Global Public Square"), with an emphasis on new ideas and innovative solutions to the World's toughest problems. Each episode also features Zakaria leading a panel discussion and interviewing a major world figure.
27. July 6, 2025
July 6, 2025
Journalist and author Fareed Zakaria hosts this in-depth look at the major global developments of the week (the title's "GPS" stands for "Global Public Square"), with an emphasis on new ideas and innovative solutions to the World's toughest problems. Each episode also features Zakaria leading a panel discussion and interviewing a major world figure.
26. June 29, 2025
June 29, 2025
Journalist and author Fareed Zakaria hosts this in-depth look at the major global developments of the week (the title's "GPS" stands for "Global Public Square"), with an emphasis on new ideas and innovative solutions to the World's toughest problems. Each episode also features Zakaria leading a panel discussion and interviewing a major world figure.
25. June 22, 2025
June 22, 2025
Journalist and author Fareed Zakaria hosts this in-depth look at the major global developments of the week (the title's "GPS" stands for "Global Public Square"), with an emphasis on new ideas and innovative solutions to the World's toughest problems. Each episode also features Zakaria leading a panel discussion and interviewing a major world figure.
24. June 15, 2025
June 15, 2025
Journalist and author Fareed Zakaria hosts this in-depth look at the major global developments of the week (the title's "GPS" stands for "Global Public Square"), with an emphasis on new ideas and innovative solutions to the World's toughest problems. Each episode also features Zakaria leading a panel discussion and interviewing a major world figure.
23. June 8, 2025
June 8, 2025
Journalist and author Fareed Zakaria hosts this in-depth look at the major global developments of the week (the title's "GPS" stands for "Global Public Square"), with an emphasis on new ideas and innovative solutions to the World's toughest problems. Each episode also features Zakaria leading a panel discussion and interviewing a major world figure.
22. Episode 22
June 1, 2025
Journalist and author Fareed Zakaria hosts this in-depth look at the major global developments of the week (the title's "GPS" stands for "Global Public Square"), with an emphasis on new ideas and innovative solutions to the World's toughest problems. Each episode also features Zakaria leading a panel discussion and interviewing a major world figure.
21. Episode 21
May 25, 2025
Journalist and author Fareed Zakaria hosts this in-depth look at the major global developments of the week (the title's "GPS" stands for "Global Public Square"), with an emphasis on new ideas and innovative solutions to the World's toughest problems. Each episode also features Zakaria leading a panel discussion and interviewing a major world figure.
20. Episode 20
May 18, 2025
Summary is not available.
19. Episode 19
May 11, 2025
Journalist and author Fareed Zakaria hosts this in-depth look at the major global developments of the week (the title's "GPS" stands for "Global Public Square"), with an emphasis on new ideas and innovative solutions to the World's toughest problems. Each episode also features Zakaria leading a panel discussion and interviewing a major world figure.
18. Episode 18
May 4, 2025
Summary is not available.
17. Episode 17
April 27, 2025
Summary is not available.
16. Episode 16
April 20, 2025
Summary is not available.
15. Episode 15
April 13, 2025
Summary is not available.
14. Episode 14
April 6, 2025
Journalist and author Fareed Zakaria hosts this in-depth look at the major global developments of the week (the title's "GPS" stands for "Global Public Square"), with an emphasis on new ideas and innovative solutions to the World's toughest problems. Each episode also features Zakaria leading a panel discussion and interviewing a major world figure.
13. Hell on the Range
March 30, 2025
Summary is not available.
12. Episode 12
March 23, 2025
Journalist and author Fareed Zakaria hosts this in-depth look at the major global developments of the week (the title's "GPS" stands for "Global Public Square"), with an emphasis on new ideas and innovative solutions to the World's toughest problems. Each episode also features Zakaria leading a panel discussion and interviewing a major world figure.
11. Episode 11
March 16, 2025
Journalist and author Fareed Zakaria hosts this in-depth look at the major global developments of the week (the title's "GPS" stands for "Global Public Square"), with an emphasis on new ideas and innovative solutions to the World's toughest problems. Each episode also features Zakaria leading a panel discussion and interviewing a major world figure.
10. Episode 10
March 9, 2025
Journalist and author Fareed Zakaria hosts this in-depth look at the major global developments of the week (the title's "GPS" stands for "Global Public Square"), with an emphasis on new ideas and innovative solutions to the World's toughest problems. Each episode also features Zakaria leading a panel discussion and interviewing a major world figure.
9. Episode 9
March 2, 2025
Journalist and author Fareed Zakaria hosts this in-depth look at the major global developments of the week (the title's "GPS" stands for "Global Public Square"), with an emphasis on new ideas and innovative solutions to the World's toughest problems. Each episode also features Zakaria leading a panel discussion and interviewing a major world figure.
8. Episode 8
February 23, 2025
Journalist and author Fareed Zakaria hosts this in-depth look at the major global developments of the week (the title's "GPS" stands for "Global Public Square"), with an emphasis on new ideas and innovative solutions to the World's toughest problems. Each episode also features Zakaria leading a panel discussion and interviewing a major world figure.
7. Episode 7
February 16, 2025
Journalist and author Fareed Zakaria hosts this in-depth look at the major global developments of the week (the title's "GPS" stands for "Global Public Square"), with an emphasis on new ideas and innovative solutions to the World's toughest problems. Each episode also features Zakaria leading a panel discussion and interviewing a major world figure.
6. Episode 6
February 9, 2025
Journalist and author Fareed Zakaria hosts this in-depth look at the major global developments of the week (the title's "GPS" stands for "Global Public Square"), with an emphasis on new ideas and innovative solutions to the World's toughest problems. Each episode also features Zakaria leading a panel discussion and interviewing a major world figure.
5. Episode 5
February 2, 2025
Journalist and author Fareed Zakaria hosts this in-depth look at the major global developments of the week (the title's "GPS" stands for "Global Public Square"), with an emphasis on new ideas and innovative solutions to the World's toughest problems.…
4. Episode 4
January 26, 2025
Journalist and author Fareed Zakaria hosts this in-depth look at the major global developments of the week (the title's "GPS" stands for "Global Public Square"), with an emphasis on new ideas and innovative solutions to the World's toughest problems. Each episode also features Zakaria leading a panel discussion and interviewing a major world figure.
3. Episode 3
January 19, 2025
Journalist and author Fareed Zakaria hosts this in-depth look at the major global developments of the week (the title's "GPS" stands for "Global Public Square"), with an emphasis on new ideas and innovative solutions to the World's toughest problems. Each episode also features Zakaria leading a panel discussion and interviewing a major world figure.
2. Episode 2
January 12, 2025
Journalist and author Fareed Zakaria hosts this in-depth look at the major global developments of the week (the title's "GPS" stands for "Global Public Square"), with an emphasis on new ideas and innovative solutions to the World's toughest problems. Each episode also features Zakaria leading a panel discussion and interviewing a major world figure.
1. Episode 1
January 5, 2025
Journalist and author Fareed Zakaria hosts this in-depth look at the major global developments of the week (the title's "GPS" stands for "Global Public Square"), with an emphasis on new ideas and innovative solutions to the World's toughest problems. Each episode also features Zakaria leading a panel discussion and interviewing a major world figure.
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Where to Watch Fareed Zakaria GPS Special
Fareed Zakaria GPS Special is available for streaming on the CNN website, both individual episodes and full seasons. You can also watch Fareed Zakaria GPS Special on demand at Amazon, Google Play and Apple TV.
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CastFareed ZakariaZanny Minton BeddoesRichard Haass
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Premiere DateDecember 18, 2022
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IMDB Rating7.1 (245)
