Bill Moyers Journal
Bringing back the landmark PBS series that first aired 35 years ago, Bill Moyers Journal, a weekly show with the goal of enriching the conversation of democracy, featured some of the most articulate, original – and independent – thinkers of our time. Each show included produced analysis of vital issues, strong interviews with unique voices on politics, the arts and letters, science, religion, and the media, as well as debates on public issues and documentary specials. (2007-2010)
EXPLORE THE SERIES
January 2, 2009Bill Moyers Essay: Remembering Al Meyerhoff, champion of the poor and the victimized, foe to bullies of all sizes and stripes.
January 9, 2009 | Bill Moyers JournalThe award-winning journalist exposes hidden earmarks worth billions. Plus, Bill Moyers reflects on violence in the Middle East.
January 9, 2009The United Steelworkers' International president sits with Bill Moyers to discuss the future of American industry.
January 16, 2009Bill sits with historian Simon Schama to see what examining America's past can reveal about our future.
January 23, 2009 | Bill Moyers JournalBill Moyers and guests discuss Barack Obama taking office and what this political milestone means for the future.
January 30, 2009 | Bill Moyers JournalA close look at America's strategic bombing history and the cost of civilian casualties. Plus, the Journal analyzes financing a college degree and if the payoff is worth it.
February 6, 2009 | Bill Moyers JournalA look back at our 16th president and a discussion on how the press might be keeping politics from changing.- February 6, 2009 | Updated February 14, 2015 | Bill Moyers JournalIn an essay, Bill Moyers reflects on how ordinary Americans struggling to get by mattered to our 16th president.
February 13, 2009A frank assessment of the economic crisis and what the government should do about it.
February 13, 2009In an intimate conversation, Bill and renowned poet Nikki Giovanni discuss themes ranging from social revolution to the nature of love.
February 20, 2009The founder of the Center for Courage & Renewal discusses maintaining spiritual 'wholeness' to deal with a fracturing economy.
February 20, 2009 | Updated March 24, 2015Bill talks with journalist and author Robert Kaiser about the corrosive effects of lobbying on the American government.
February 27, 2009 | Bill Moyers JournalVeteran political commentator, linguist and author John McWhorter weighs in on race in America.
February 27, 2009The economist tells Bill why he disagrees with one Obama administration approach to fixing the banking crisis.
March 6, 2009 | Bill Moyers JournalThe actor and children's book author shows off an unexpected side of himself...poetry lover.
