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Podcast: What's Working in Washington
Episode: What's Working in Washington - Ep 518 - Art amid Chaos and Compassion amid Crisis - Sebastian Smee & Nadia Bilbassy
Description: This month’s episode explores how political expression takes shape. Introducing his new book “Paris in Ruins”, Sebastian Smee discusses how Impressionism emerged in a politically chaotic France, bringing democracy and authenticity to art. Then, Nadia Bilbassy, Bureau Chief at Al Arabiya News, describes what it's like to cover the Biden White House for a Middle Eastern audience. She sits down with Jonathan Aberman to consider how empathy and dialogue can build bridges toward peace amid the crisis in Gaza. Plus, hear hosts Mark Walsh and Jonathan Aberman talk sports, electric vehicles, and favorite movies of the month. See P...