The Clinton Years (1997-2000) Podcast
Alistair Cooke on Bill Clinton鈥檚 second term including Monica Lewinsky scandal, the attempt to impeach him, the al-Qaeda attack on US embassies in east Africa and war in Kosovo.
Bill Clinton鈥檚 second term was dominated at home by the Monica Lewinsky scandal and the attempt to impeach him, but there were major events abroad with the al-Qaeda attack on US embassies in east Africa and the war in Kosovo. A fascinating social, cultural and political history of American life, through the words of British-American journalist and broadcaster, Alistair Cooke (1908 鈥� 2004).
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America is Back to Normal
Fri 29 Dec 2000
After the presidential election excitement, Alistair Cooke ponders the secrets to old age.
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How Wrong We've Been, from Madison to Roosevelt
Fri 22 Dec 2000
Alistair Cooke discusses the confirmation of the new president, George Bush.
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An Embarrassing Relic of Authoritarianism
Fri 15 Dec 2000
Alistair Cooke contemplates the pros and cons of democracy.
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Bedazzled and Bewildered
Fri 8 Dec 2000
Alistair Cooke asks whether voting result doubts are paralysing America's government.
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It's a Nine Ring Circus and You'll Never be Bored
Fri 1 Dec 2000
Alistair Cooke compares the voting irregularities of 1876 to the current electoral crisis.
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The Origin of the Continental Blow Out
Fri 24 Nov 2000
After feasting on turkey and yams, Alistair Cooke delves into the origins of Thanksgiving.
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The Florida re-count, 2000
Fri 17 Nov 2000
The various legal issues underlying the failure to elect a new President.
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Paralysis by Analysis
Fri 10 Nov 2000
After the close election, Alistair Cooke considers what authority the President will have.
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The Day of Judgement
Fri 3 Nov 2000
Who will be the next President? Alistair Cooke evaluates Al Gore and George W Bush.
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Suffocating in an Ocean of Advertising
Fri 27 Oct 2000
The bombardment of Presidential election adverts becomes too much for Alistair Cooke.
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A Supreme Diarist
Fri 20 Oct 2000
Alistair Cooke celebrates the life and work of diarist James Agate.
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The World's Tumult and the Price of a Barrel of Oil
Fri 13 Oct 2000
How do conflicts in Jerusalem and Belgrade affect world trade? Alistair Cooke finds out.
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There He Goes Again
Fri 6 Oct 2000
Alistair Cook ponders the history of the American presidential debates.
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A Vague Beast Called Big Oil
Fri 29 Sep 2000
The rising prices of gasoline leads Alistair Cooke to wonder who the culprit is.
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Just the Facts, Ma'am
Fri 22 Sep 2000
Prostitution at the Sydney Olympics makes Alistair Cooke reflect on idealism and reality.
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Trouble with the English Language
Fri 15 Sep 2000
Alistair Cooke looks at the affect of poll ratings on presidential elections.
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Doing What Comes Naturally
Fri 8 Sep 2000
The search for athlete perfection leads Alistair Cooke from exercise techniques to drugs.
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Father, God, Undefined
Fri 1 Sep 2000
Alistair Cooke questions the use of the American constitution's religious right.
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Russia: The Victim of Democracy
Fri 25 Aug 2000
Alistair Cooke considers the tragic sinking of the Russian submarine Kursk.
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Mother Nature's Wild Fires
Fri 18 Aug 2000
Alistair Cooke reflects on colossal forest fires raging across the United States.
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Running Mates and Carpet Baggers
Fri 11 Aug 2000
Alistair Cooke explains the origins of the American political phrase "running mate".
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From Exciting Horserace to Exhibition Trot
Fri 4 Aug 2000
Alistair Cooke recalls the longest presidential nomination ballot in US history.
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From Party Convention to Coronation
Fri 28 Jul 2000
Alistair Cooke remembers past political conventions, including John F Kennedy's.
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Ghostly Applause for a News Blackout
Fri 21 Jul 2000
Alistair Cooke evaluates the news blackouts over the Israel and Palestinian peace talks.
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Now Read On...
Fri 14 Jul 2000
Alistair Cooke remembers George Gallup, the creator of the scientific polling method.
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Where Have all the Answers Gone?
Fri 7 Jul 2000
Alistair Cooke bends his mind into a metaphysical helix to understand the human genome.
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Pursuing a Will-o-the-wisp
Fri 30 Jun 2000
Alistair Cooke recalls the Korean War and how vetoes were written into the UN charter.
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This Great Festival of Consumerism
Fri 23 Jun 2000
After enjoying his own Father's Day, Alistair Cooke becomes concerned by mass consumerism.
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A Wonderful Work or a Rat Trap?
Fri 16 Jun 2000
In light of a Supreme Court verdict Alistair Cooke reflects on the rights of grandparents.
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Polishing up his Escutcheon
Fri 9 Jun 2000
Bill Clinton鈥檚 recent treaty summits look to Alistair Cooke like a quick legacy polish.
Why do Americans love their flag?
How The Stars and Stripes became an emotional symbol of a nation.
