Alex talks to Jose Genis, one of the leaders of a group called Aguilas del Desierto or “Eagles of the Desert.” Jose tells Alex about his work searching for the remains of migrants who died trying to cross into the US, plus his experiences of racism since Trump took office. He also gives his views on what he'd like to see happen with immigration policy in the future.

Battleground is presented by Alex Hannaford and produced by Peter Sale

Alex speaks to Dr. Victoria Herrmann - President of The Arctic Institute- about California Wildfires, the immediate climate crisis and the US environmental record under Trump. They also look at the culture of climate denial and the historic role of oil companies in this.

Battleground is presented by Alex Hannaford and produced by Peter Sale

In this episode Alex talks to Scott Lewis, formerly Texas legislative director of 'Students for Concealed Carry on Campus' and a strong 2nd Amendment supporter,  about solutions to America's gun violence problem and where guns fit into the culture divide.

Battleground is presented by Alex Hannaford and produced by Peter Sale

Alex talks to transgender rights activist Meghan Stabler about the fight for LGBTQ equality under Donald Trump — a major part of the so-called "culture wars." She also shares with Alex her own personal journey of transition and how this impacted her children.

Battleground is presented by Alex Hannaford and produced by Peter Sale

Alex speaks to former George W Bush strategist Stuart Stevens about how he - and many former Republicans - have turned their back on the party in a effort to stop Donald Trump getting re-elected. They discuss what will happen to both the GOP  and 'Trumpism' if the president loses the election.

Battleground is presented by Alex Hannaford and produced by Peter Sale

Alex speaks to Black rights campaigner and human rights attorney Nana Gyamfi. They discuss why America has become so divided under Trump's presidency, the aftermath of George Floyd's death and how race will influence the election.

Battleground is presented by Alex Hannaford and produced by Peter Sale

Alex speaks to leading emergency room physician and epidemiologist Dr Craig Spencer, about dealing with misinformation during the Covid crisis and what this tells us about a divided America. They also discuss Craig's time working in a New York hospital at the height of the pandemic.

Battleground is presented by Alex Hannaford and produced by Peter Sale

The Dead Man Talking Team are back with a new series! Alex and Pete are here with all the details on 'Battleground'.