Global Push for Peace: 30-day Ceasefire Urged in Ukraine - Smerconish on CNN - Podcast on CNN Audio
Global Push for Peace: 30-day Ceasefire Urged in Ukraine Smerconish on CNN 49 mins
India and Pakistan agree to an immediate ceasefire, as European leaders join Ukraine in calling for a 30-day ceasefire with Russia. Michael Smerconish speaks with Ret. Admiral James Stavridis, author of 'The Admiral's Bookshelf,' on the growing international pressure for Putin to stand down.
Plus, as artificial intelligence reshapes how students learn and perform, Smerconish explores whether traditional college degrees still hold value, or if trade schools are the smarter move in today's economy.
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