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BREAKING the DEADLOCK: Series Preview

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BREAKING the DEADLOCK is a bold PBS series where top voices from across the political spectrum tackle America’s toughest issues. Each episode dives into fictional yet realistic scenarios that ignite spirited, solutions-driven debate—moderated by legal expert Aaron Tang. Civil discourse meets real-world stakes.

Funding for this program was provided in part by grants from The Rosalind P. Walter Foundation and by a grant from Anne Ray Foundation and by contributions from viewers like you. Thank you. Location furnished by The New York Historical.
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AI betting predictions spark debate over data use, targeting, and risks for young gamblers.
See how nonstop notifications push one fan from a small bet into deep losses.
New limits push back on live bets and the algorithms powering gambling apps.
Watch this clip to learn what makes betting so tempting, and why that thrill isn’t always harmless.
Young men may actually want stricter online gambling limits. Here’s why.
When gambling harms young people, who takes responsibility?
Experts, lawmakers, and industry voices collide over the explosive rise of online sports gambling.
Experts with opposing views explore the challenges and dilemmas around online sports gambling.
A rare pregnancy crisis sparks debate on law, life, and choice—plus one panelist’s real ordeal.
A father wants control over his death. His sons must decide: help him, or stop him?
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Experts with opposing views explore the challenges and dilemmas around online sports gambling.
Experts engage a hypothetical scenario of reproductive rights and end-of-life decisions.
Facing a gripping hypothetical dilemma, a panel of experts reckons with social media and truth.
Experts participate in a hypothetical story of executive power by a pair of rival US Presidents.
Experts explore ethical dilemmas, promoting constructive dialogue about polarizing issues.