In terms of sources I trust on international political affairs, television news show host is on par with fashion gossip writer. One significant exception is Fareed Zakaria whose CNN show is a veritable oasis in the TV talkshow desert.

CNN publishes the briefing books Zakaria (allegedly) uses to prepare for the show on the "Fareed Zakaria GPS" site. Great stuff. Check out the book for his Nov. 1st show here.