The Open Mind

The Open Mind - PBS

PBS

Talk Show

1956

TVG

Talk

Public affairs

A thoughtful excursion into civic life — the world of ideas across politics, media, technology, and the arts.

Where to Stream

1956– Talk Show 45 Seasons704 Episodes

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Upcoming TV Airings

The airings below are based on a generic national schedule. Times and dates can vary by TV provider.

Saturday, January 31

Counsel on the Law

Season 44 • Episode 46

Attorney Mark Zauderer discusses key legal and constitutional issues.

Sunday, February 1

Exploring civic life with Alexander Heffner.

Sunday, February 1

Classroom 4

Season 44 • Episode 47

Author Reiko Hillyer discusses an innovative teaching model.

Monday, February 2

Classroom 4

Season 44 • Episode 47

Author Reiko Hillyer discusses an innovative teaching model.

Sunday, February 8

Exploring civic life with Alexander Heffner.

Sunday, February 8

Social Media as Insidious and Predatory Manipulation

Season 45 • Episode 1

Nobel Prize laureate Maria Ressa talks about digital disinformation networks.

Monday, February 9

Social Media as Insidious and Predatory Manipulation

Season 45 • Episode 1

Nobel Prize laureate Maria Ressa talks about digital disinformation networks.

Saturday, February 14

Bipartisan Justice Reform

Season 44 • Episode 22

FWD.us executive director Zoe Towns talks about the path to bipartisan justice reform.

Sunday, February 15

Exploring civic life with Alexander Heffner.

Sunday, February 15

Democracy in the Global South

Season 45 • Episode 2

South Africa Public Protector Thuli Madonsela talks about the nation's constitution and economy.

Monday, February 16

Democracy in the Global South

Season 45 • Episode 2

South Africa Public Protector Thuli Madonsela talks about the nation's constitution and economy.