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Walter Isaacson

Season 11 • 10/13/2014

"The Innovators" author Walter Isaacson traces the modern computer back to its 19th-century origins.

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04:12

Republicans Are People, Too
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A political ad asserts that Republicans are human beings, inspiring Stephen to make a courageous confession.
10/09/2014
00:38

Intro - 10/9/14
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A persecuted minority fights back, scandal rocks the sports world, and former Led Zeppelin frontman Robert Plant visits The Report.
10/09/2014
00:08

Sign Off - "lullaby and... The Ceaseless Roar"
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Stephen ends the night with Robert Plant's album.
10/09/2014
06:13

Robert Plant
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Musician Robert Plant discusses his ongoing creative quest, the limited perks of being a Commander of the British Empire and his album "lullaby and... The Ceaseless Roar."
10/09/2014
02:16

Raining vs. Sprinkling
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Two toddlers become an Internet sensation after getting into a heated argument about the weather.
10/09/2014
03:46

Columbus Day Under Attack
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Fox News's Peter Johnson Jr. cries foul when Seattle's public schools replace Columbus Day with Indigenous Peoples' Day.
10/09/2014
04:05

32 Episodes Left for The Report
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As The Report approaches its final episode, Stephen reflects on his many accomplishments and wonders what the future might hold.
10/13/2014
00:08

Sign Off - Quality Time with Americone Dream
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Stephen digs into his favorite ice cream, Americone Dream.
10/13/2014
01:55

Midterms '014 - Detour to Gridlock - Dennis Daugaard
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Republican Governor Dennis Daugaard weighs in on South Dakota's close Senate race with an official endorsement.
10/13/2014
00:30

Intro - 10/13/14
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The midterm elections approach, America reaches a milestone, and Walter Isaacson talks about the history of the computer.
10/13/2014
06:36

Walter Isaacson
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"The Innovators" author Walter Isaacson discusses the history of the computer, the importance of hackers and the blurry line between collaboration and intellectual piracy.
10/13/2014
03:39

A Week of Victories for Gay Rights
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More states legalize same-sex marriage, and the Vatican releases a statement urged pastors to accept gays and lesbians.
10/14/2014
00:08

Sign Off - "Special Deluxe"
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Stephen ends the night with Neil Young's "Special Deluxe: A Memoir of Life & Cars."
10/14/2014
07:00

Neil Young
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"Special Deluxe" author and musician Neil Young chats about his passion for cars, the Pono music player and protecting the environment.
10/14/2014
05:31

Say Yes to Rick Scott
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A Republican ad targets female voters by comparing Florida Governor Rick Scott to the perfect wedding dress.
10/14/2014
04:56

Sean Hannity's Question of the Day
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Sean Hannity takes time out from covering the news to answer personal questions from viewers.
10/15/2014
05:11

Who's Attacking Me Now? - Larry Page
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Stephen threatens to sue Google CEO Larry Page after discovering that the search engine understated his height by an entire inch.
10/15/2014
04:14

Tip/Wag - Barack Obama & Stan Lee
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President Obama reverses his position on nuclear weapons, and Stan Lee of Marvel Comics outsources America's superheroes.
10/15/2014
00:07

Sign Off - Goodnight
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Stephen says goodnight.
10/15/2014
06:21

Justin Simien
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Writer-director Justin Simien shares a clip from his film "Dear White People" and talks about the concept of microaggression.
10/15/2014
05:37

William Deresiewicz
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"Excellent Sheep" author William Deresiewicz argues that Ivy League schools are failing to provide students with the tools needed for a full and meaningful life.
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