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The Open Mind, Hosted by Alexander Heffner
Hosted by The Open Mind on PBS · EN
The Open Mind is a thoughtful excursion into the world of ideas across media, politics, technology, the arts and all realms of civic life.
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Mayors of the World: Miami
5d ago00:29:16Tap to summarizeOn the “Mayors of the World" special, host Alexander Heffner visits with Mayor Francis Suarez.
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Mayors of the World: Santiago
2w ago00:27:43Tap to summarizeOn the “Mayors of the World" special, host Alexander Heffner visits with Mayor Mario Desbordes.
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Mayors of the World: Toronto
3w ago00:27:45Tap to summarizeOn the “Mayors of the World" special, host Alexander Heffner visits with Mayor Olivia Chow.
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Mayors of the World: Atlanta
4w ago00:29:04Tap to summarizeOn the “Mayors of the World" special, host Alexander Heffner visits with Mayor Andre Dickens.
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Mayors of the World: Athens
May 1900:29:14Tap to summarizeOn the “Mayors of the World" special, host Alexander Heffner visits with Mayor Haris Doukas.
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Mayors of the World: Lisbon
May 1400:28:59Tap to summarizeIn the premiere of “Mayors of the World,” a 70th anniversary Open Mind special, host Alexander Heffner visits with Mayor Carlos Moedas of Lisbon, Portugal.
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Why Whales Matter
Apr 2400:28:12Tap to summarizeBehavioral neuroscientist Eduardo Mercado discusses his discovery of whale songs and their social implications.
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Wild Wild Cities
Apr 1000:28:23Tap to summarizeGeographer Chris Fitch discusses his exploration of nature across global metropolises.
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A World Without Politicians
Apr 100:28:28Tap to summarizeYale University political scientist Hélène Landemore discusses her groundbreaking new book "Politics Without Politicians."
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Art in 2026
Apr 100:27:28Tap to summarizeTaos's Harwood Museum executive director Juniper Leherissey discusses the legacy and future of art.
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