For the final episode of What’s Working in Washington, we revisit key conversations that continue to resonate — focused on creativity, technology, and leadership. Richard Powers discusses the unique emotional power of storytelling, while Ed Finn examines synergies between humans and machines. Corey Doctorow finds hope in the cautionary tales of science fiction, and ethicist Christopher DiCarlo makes the case for responsible AI governance that keeps pace with rapid innovation. Jennifer Ives emphasizes the need for public leaders to understand and guide AI with courage and clarity. Host Jonathan Aberman brings together voices with insight – and hope – for the road ahead.

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Building the future isn’t just about technology—it’s about how we imagine, innovate, and take action together. Jonathan Aberman sits down with Ed Finn, professor and founding director of the Center for Science and the Imagination at Arizona State University. Together, they take a closer look at our relationship with AI and discuss why the future needs more human insight, not less. Zooming in on the D.C. area, Victor Hoskins, president and CEO of the Fairfax County Economic Development Authority, highlights the talent and energy that make the region a powerhouse for economic opportunity. And James Barlia introduces Station DC, a new hub connecting entrepreneurs, investors, policymakers, and academics hoping to turn big ideas into real impact.

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From AI adoption to U.S. politics, we’re exploring what it means to move forward with intention, not just momentum. James Kaufman, professor of educational psychology at the University of Connecticut, makes the case for nurturing human creativity in the age of artificial intelligence. Chloe Autio, owner of Autio Strategies and co-host of “Is This It?”, weighs in on the balance between AI innovation and regulation. Finally, Cristobal Vasquez, Washington correspondent for Radio France Internationale, discusses the complicated ethics of reporting from the White House during the Trump administration.

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A closer look at how experts are adapting their approaches to technology, politics, and investing in a rapidly changing world. Co-host Elizabeth Shea speaks with Amelia DeSorrento, co-founder of DC’s Agora Initiative, about the gender gap in venture capital—and the power of investing in female entrepreneurs. Dave Edwards, co-founder of Artificiality, explores the promise of efficient AI: how can we build systems that act as collaborators, not competitors? And White House correspondent Richard Latendresse shares what it’s really like inside the press room with President Trump and his team.

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New forms of policy are dramatically changing our technologies and economies. Co-host Elizabeth Shea sits down with Paul Doman, president of Victory Square Partners, to discuss how AI is transforming the way tech firms build and scale. White House foreign correspondent Nadia Bilbassy shares the challenges of reporting on Donald Trump’s foreign policy in the Middle East. And Eduardo Albrecht, author and political anthropologist, explains how machines are reshaping how governments understand and interact with citizens. 

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In this episode, we’re venturing into the unknown and exploring how to move forward when the future is unclear. Co-hosting our tech segment with Jonathan Aberman, Elizabeth Shea sits down with Doug Anderson to explore how D.C. startups are navigating new political, economic and technological tides. Then, Juliane Schäuble, US Correspondent of "Der Tagesspiegel", joins us to discuss the shockwaves that President Trump is sending in Germany and throughout Europe. Also, veteran Pulitzer Prize-winning journalist Gary Rivlin talks about his newest book AI Valley and the major questions AI is raising about data privacy, regulation, and entrepreneurship across the country. 

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This month, we’re taking a closer look at the changing tides in technology and international affairs. Host Jonathan Aberman and Matt Howard, CMO at Virtru, discuss D.C.’s need for effective cybersecurity amid rapid tech innovation. Jonathan also interviews Dr. Christopher DiCarlo, whose new book “Building a God” explores how artificial intelligence is raising new questions about ethics, capitalism, and the limits to technological growth. Finally, Fraser Jackson returns to the show to examine how Trump’s foreign policy is affecting European security efforts and France’s diplomatic ties to the U.S.

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Inspired by D.C.’s thriving tech ecosystem, Jonathan Aberman tackles artificial intelligence, ethics, and how we’ll coexist with emerging technologies. This month, Cory Doctorow joins the conversation. His latest book “Picks and Shovels” explores the ongoing debate over digital rights and how to find hope in the future of AI. Also, Jonathan sits down with Sean Whelan, White House Correspondent for Irish broadcaster RTE, to explore the Irish public’s fascination with U.S. politics and Irish-American relations, from pharmaceuticals to the war in Ukraine.

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In this episode, hosts Jonathan Aberman and Mark Walsh, in Mark’s final episode as co-host, explore how technology, climate change, and Elon Musk’s influence are drastically altering the path ahead. Also, hear from Greg Epstein, American Humanist chaplain at Harvard University and MIT, as he discusses his new book "Tech Agnostic". Epstein argues that technology has become a new form of religion, with its apocalyptic rhetoric and unchecked growth. Mark and Jonathan examine the impact of the L.A. fires on the entertainment industry and the ongoing debate surrounding Elon Musk. And should federal employees be forced to go back to the office five days a week? Mark and Jonathan take sides.

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For our final episode of the year, hosts Jonathan Aberman and Mark Walsh look ahead, from a second Trump presidency to the rise of facial recognition. Jonathan sits down with Fraser Jackson, White House Correspondent for France24, to discuss how French leaders are preparing for Trump’s return to power. Plus, in his newest book The Social Paradox, social psychologist William Von Hippel explores the tension between our need for autonomy and our need for connection. He explains why striking that balance is key to innovation. As the holiday season kicks off, hear Jonathan and Mark’s end-of-year media picks to watch this winter break.

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