Firing Line With Margaret Hoover

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  • TV-PG
  • 2018
  • 10 Seasons
  • 4.8  (55)

Firing Line With Margaret Hoover is a compelling political talk show that first aired on PBS in 2018. The show is hosted by Margaret Hoover, an accomplished political commentator, writer, and journalist. Each episode sees guest speakers and experts from different sides of the political spectrum come on board to engage in a stimulating conversation on the pressing issues that affect the American society.

Firing Line With Margaret Hoover follows a one-on-one interview format that provides an in-depth exploration of contemporary political issues. Margaret Hoover skillfully engages the guests in conversations that probe their political beliefs and groundbreaking ideas, sparking fascinating discussions that help viewers understand and appreciate the diverse perspectives in contemporary America.

Notably, Firing Line With Margaret Hoover harbors high-profile guests with diverse viewpoints, right-leaning, left-leaning, and even those without a definite political leaning. Among the guests who've been on the show are Ayaan Hirsi Ali, an outspoken author, and activist who has gained acclaim worldwide for her work on women's rights and religious freedom. Gretchen Carlson, a prominent racial justice and sexual harassment activist, has also made an appearance on the show as a guest speaker.

In the episode featuring Ayaan Hirsi Ali, the two titans engaged in a fascinating conversation about feminism, Islam, and the plight of women in Muslim-majority countries. Margaret Hoover quizzed Ayaan Hirsi Ali on her views about the current state of feminism in America and how it relates to the issues of Sharia law and women's rights. Ayaan Hirsi Ali presented her view that feminism in the west has shifted its focus from important issues like feminism to more of a

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9/18/2026
38. 9/18/2026
September 18, 2026
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Spencer Cox
37. Spencer Cox
September 11, 2026
One year after Charlie Kirk’s murder, Utah Gov. Spencer Cox—who called on Americans to find an “off-ramp” from political violence—discusses polarization, alienation, and how to disagree without contempt, and he reflects on the unity seen after 9/11.
Salman Rushdie
36. Salman Rushdie
September 4, 2026
Author Salman Rushdie reflects on surviving an attempted murder, reclaiming his life, and returning to writing. He discusses Iran’s fatwa against him, Palestinian statehood, and why he believes the fight for free speech in America must begin again.
Marjorie Taylor Greene
35. Marjorie Taylor Greene
August 28, 2026
Former Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene discusses her break with President Trump, the possibility of a third party, and why she believes women are not respected in the GOP. She confronts questions about her own role in fueling America’s toxic politics.
Encore: Ben McKenzie
34. Encore: Ben McKenzie
August 21, 2026
Actor and filmmaker Ben McKenzie unpacks his new documentary “Everyone Is Lying To You For Money” and why he argues the crypto boom is built on hype, risk, and deception. He takes on regulators, investors, and even President Trump’s crypto ventures.
Encore: Dave Wiskus
33. Encore: Dave Wiskus
August 14, 2026
Dave Wiskus, founder and CEO of streaming service Nebula, discusses the rise of the creator economy, how the rapidly growing industry is changing the traditional media ecosystem, and what it means for entertainment, content moderation, and politics.
Jamie Dimon
32. Jamie Dimon
August 7, 2026
Can business help solve the housing crisis? JPMorgan Chase CEO Jamie Dimon unveils a $750B affordable housing and community development initiative and explains why he thinks capitalism and corporate responsibility are essential to America's future.
Melat Kiros
31. Melat Kiros
July 31, 2026
Why is democratic socialism gaining momentum? Colorado House candidate Melat Kiros makes the case, defends her criticism of Israel, and argues for a smaller Pentagon budget.
Neil Gorsuch
30. Neil Gorsuch
July 24, 2026
Supreme Court Justice Neil Gorsuch discusses the heroes of the American Revolution, the importance of civics education, declining faith in democracy among young Americans, and the role of the court in sustaining America’s ideals for the future.
Stanley McChrystal
29. Stanley McChrystal
July 17, 2026
Gen. Stanley McChrystal (ret.) discusses the role of the military in America’s 250-year-old democracy, the dangers of politicizing the troops, the importance of presidential character, and the responsibilities citizens bear for preserving freedom.
Eva Moskowitz
28. Eva Moskowitz
July 10, 2026
Eva Moskowitz, CEO of Success Academy, a public charter school network that outperforms nearly every district in New York, examines America's education crisis, obstacles to reform, and whether the model can transform public education nationwide.
AMERICA AT 250 – PURSUING A MORE PERFECT UNION
27. AMERICA AT 250 – PURSUING A MORE PERFECT UNION
July 3, 2026
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Encore: Jon Meacham
26. Encore: Jon Meacham
June 26, 2026
As America marks its 250th year, Pulitzer Prize-winning historian Jon Meacham examines our triumphs and tragedies, the tension between patriotism and nationalism, and challenges to democracy in the Trump era, through his book “American Struggle.”
AMERICA AT 250 – PURSUING A MORE PERFECT UNION
25. AMERICA AT 250 – PURSUING A MORE PERFECT UNION
June 19, 2026
250 years after the Declaration of Independence, Margaret Hoover examines the institutions and sacrifices that have sustained its ideals through conversations with Justice Neil Gorsuch, Gov. Gretchen Whitmer, and Gen. Stanley McChrystal
Ken Burns, Sarah Botstein
24. Ken Burns, Sarah Botstein
June 12, 2026
As America marks its 250th year, Ken Burns and Sarah Botstein discuss their PBS series “The American Revolution.” They examine the Revolution’s lessons, the founders’ warnings about power, and modern debates over how Americans understand our past.
Melissa Murray
23. Melissa Murray
June 5, 2026
Constitutional scholar Melissa Murray examines why every American should read the Constitution, the unfinished promise of Reconstruction, and what recent Supreme Court decisions reveal about the future of American democracy.
Tamir Hayman
22. Tamir Hayman
May 29, 2026
Gen. (res.) Tamir Hayman, former chief of Israeli military intelligence, examines successes and shortcomings of the Iran war, why key objectives remain unmet, and why American public opinion is a national security concern for Israel.
Anthony Kennedy
21. Anthony Kennedy
May 22, 2026
Retired Justice Anthony Kennedy assesses the challenges facing the Supreme Court in Trump’s second term–including incivility among the justices–and warns of threats to democracy. He reflects on his decades on the court and his landmark decisions.
Jim Mattis / Ryan Holiday PART TWO - 250TH ANNIVERSARY
20. Jim Mattis / Ryan Holiday PART TWO - 250TH ANNIVERSARY
May 15, 2026
Former Defense Secretary Jim Mattis and bestselling author Ryan Holiday examine the ancient philosophy that inspired America’s founders — and why its lessons on courage, duty, and leadership matter more than ever 250 years later.
Danielle Crittenden
19. Danielle Crittenden
May 8, 2026
After the sudden death of her daughter—Miranda Frum, who once worked at Firing Line—author Danielle Crittenden reports from the front lines of grief, offering insight on how loss reshapes life and how to support those living through the unthinkable.
Yuval Levin, Jeffrey Rosen
18. Yuval Levin, Jeffrey Rosen
May 1, 2026
Constitutional scholars Jeffrey Rosen and Yuval Levin discuss America’s founding documents, why the ideas behind the Declaration of Independence and Constitution matter 250 years later, and the challenges that lie ahead for the American experiment.
Ben McKenzie
17. Ben McKenzie
April 24, 2026
Actor and filmmaker Ben McKenzie unpacks his new documentary “Everyone Is Lying To You For Money” and why he argues the crypto boom is built on hype, risk, and deception. He takes on regulators, investors, and even President Trump’s crypto ventures.
Lanhee Chen
16. Lanhee Chen
April 17, 2026
Lanhee Chen, a health care policy expert, breaks down what’s driving America’s health care dysfunction—and lays out market-based ideas to fix it. He takes on the failure of GOP politicians to offer solutions and the roadblocks that keep reform stuck.
Philip Wallach, Oona Hathaway
15. Philip Wallach, Oona Hathaway
April 10, 2026
As presidential power grows, where is Congress? Philip Wallach (American Enterprise Institute) and Oona Hathaway (Yale Law School) confront Congress’ diminished power and how to fix it in a forum at Hofstra University.
Andrew Ross Sorkin
14. Andrew Ross Sorkin
April 3, 2026
Andrew Ross Sorkin, author of “”1929,”” discusses the 1929 stock market crash, the causes of the Great Depression, and how lessons from it can be applied today. He also reassesses the impact of Presidents Coolidge, Hoover and Roosevelt on the crisis.
Encore: Rep. Jim Clyburn
13. Encore: Rep. Jim Clyburn
March 27, 2026
Rep. Jim Clyburn (D-S.C.), who has announced he is running for reelection at 85, discusses race in American politics, his warning for younger generations, and his book about South Carolina’s first eight Black Congressmen in a December interview.
Jim Mattis and Ryan Holiday PART ONE - 250TH ANNIVERSARY
12. Jim Mattis and Ryan Holiday PART ONE - 250TH ANNIVERSARY
March 20, 2026
Former Defense Secretary Jim Mattis and bestselling author Ryan Holiday discuss the war in Iran, its potential impact, and how Stoic virtues can inform military leadership in a conversation recorded at the Hoover Institution at Stanford University.
Iran: The Road to War
11. Iran: The Road to War
March 13, 2026
As the war in Iran continues, Firing Line looks back at interviews with policymakers and experts—including Sen. Tom Cotton, retired Gen. David Petraeus, and former Sec. of State Condoleezza Rice—about America’s long-simmering conflict with Iran.
Masih Alinejad
10. Masih Alinejad
March 6, 2026
Exiled Iranian journalist and activist Masih Alinejad discusses the resistance movement in Iran, details the oppression women face under the regime, and calls for the U.S. to do more to support pro-democracy protesters in a 2022 interview.
Mark Cuban
9. Mark Cuban
February 27, 2026
Mark Cuban discusses the cost of healthcare and his battle to lower the price of prescription drugs.
Jon Meacham
8. Jon Meacham
February 20, 2026
Pulitzer Prize-winning historian Jon Meacham reflects on 250 years of American triumphs and tragedies, the legacy of Rev. Jesse Jackson, and the challenges to democracy in the Trump era, through his new book, “American Struggle.”
Natalie Winters and Adam Mockler
7. Natalie Winters and Adam Mockler
February 13, 2026
Natalie Winters, co-host of Steve Bannon’s “War Room” podcast, and Adam Mockler, Gen Z YouTube host, discuss politics, media, and Trump’s immigration policy in a forum at Hofstra University.
Brian O’Hara
6. Brian O’Hara
February 6, 2026
Minneapolis Police Chief Brian O’Hara responds to the latest in Trump’s ICE and Border Patrol surge, cautioning that prolonged federal enforcement risks eroding police reforms and fragile community trust rebuilt since George Floyd’s murder.
Noa Tishby
5. Noa Tishby
January 30, 2026
Actress, activist and author Noa Tishby discusses rising hatred and violence against Jews worldwide. The former Israeli antisemitism envoy explores the evolution of antisemitism and anti-Zionism and how they manifest on the right and left in the U.S.
Brandon Johnson
4. Brandon Johnson
September 16, 2026
Mayor Brandon Johnson discusses leading Chicago amid ICE raids and clashes with Trump—while facing a budget and pension crisis that threatens the city’s financial future. He addresses setbacks to his progressive agenda and the hard choices ahead.
Rep. Jim Clyburn
3. Rep. Jim Clyburn
January 16, 2026
Jim Clyburn discusses the role of race in politics in America’s past and present.
Elliot Abrams
2. Elliot Abrams
January 9, 2026
After Venezuelan leader Nicolas Maduro’s capture, Elliott Abrams–who served in the State Dept. under Reagan, George W. Bush, and Trump–discusses Venezuela’s future and prospects for democracy. He questions Trump’s “might makes right” foreign policy.
Bari Weiss
1. Bari Weiss
January 2, 2026
Bari Weiss, now editor-in-chief of CBS News, discusses antisemitism during an interview in February 2020 that also explores the rise of isolationism, populism, social media, and the advent of a “post-truth culture.”
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  • Premiere Date
    June 1, 2018
  • IMDB Rating
    4.8  (55)