Katrina Vanden Heuvel, The Nation Magazine joins Thom Hartmann. For tonight’s Conversations with Great Minds - we’re going to take a closer look at the momentous decision by the Obama administration to normalize relations with Cuba. First announced on Wednesday - the move - which came after months of secret negotiations - is the most significant shift in American foreign policy towards Latin America in decades. Not surprisingly - it’s also causing a lot of controversy back here in the U.S. - with many Republicans slamming the president for what they say is another example of his “weakness” But what's the real deal with America's new policy towards Cuba? And who stands to benefit most from the end of one of the last remaining Cold War standoffs?

Shelby Emmett, Attorney / Project 21 & Christy Setzer, New Heights Communications & Scott Greer, The Daily Caller join Thom Hartmann.

Thom talks with Kartina vanden Hueval, Editor and Publisher of The Nation Magazine on “Conversations with Great Minds.”

Robert Kennedy Jr, Waterkeeper Alliance / Natural Resources Defense Council (NRDC) joins Thom Hartmann. Since the NYC fracking ban decision was announced - environmental groups have been applauding the Cuomo administration - and urging similar actions across the country. So - will other communities and states across the country follow in New York's footsteps - and ban fracking?