On Point
On Point was born in the immediate aftermath of the attacks of 9/11, when the country was looking for answers and impatient with old certitudes. We still carry that urgency today: to test, challenge and probe.
Episodes
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'Spymasters' Author Chris Whipple On Presidential Transition, Future Of The CIA
A conversation with journalist Chris Whipple about restoring the CIA and the challenging road ahead for President-elect Joe Biden.
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In 'How Ike Led,' Reflections On Eisenhower's Political Legacy
What we learn from Dwight Eisenhower's life and leadership.
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Presidential Transition: What We Know About Biden's Cabinet Picks
We take a look at who Biden has picked to lead, and what the choices say about the administration that's taking shape.
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The Problem With Polling — And How To Fix It
Election 2020 again proved there's a problem with polling. But when it comes to understanding the electorate, are there any better options?
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How Right-Wing Media Fuels The Political Divide
Matthew Sheffield started his career as a conservative blogger. Now, he says he wants to 'free' people from it.
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What To Expect From The Final Days Of The Trump Presidency
There have been a lot of firings and policy moves by the Trump administration since Election Day. So what else can we expect from the president in his 61 remaining days in office?
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From Testing To Distribution: The Logistics Behind COVID-19 Vaccines
We discuss a COVID-19 vaccine's journey from testing to public distribution.
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Why Voters Are Rejecting The War On Drugs
We discuss the drug-related ballot measures that passed on Election Day and the shift in American drug policy.
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'Protect Each Other': A Doctor's Message From The Coronavirus Surge
South Dakota family doctor Tom Dean knows his community well -- he's been in practice there for 42 years. And he's seen a lot in that time. But nothing like COVID.
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Week In The News: Divisions Deepen Over Presidential Transition
Much of the GOP in Washington won't acknowledge Joe Biden as president-elect. What are the consequences for the country?
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What The 'Strongmen' Of History Reveal About Modern Politics
Historian Ruth Ben-Ghiat studies authoritarian regimes, like Italy under Mussolini. Can a democracy pry itself out of a strongman's grip?
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The On Point Coronavirus Task Force
We've talked to some of the top scientists and doctors in the country about the pandemic. We pull them back together for a meeting of our own task force.
