The Open Mind (1956)
The Open Mind (1956)
Plot.
This public affairs talk show is a thoughtful excursion into the world of ideas across politics, media, technology, the arts, and all realms of civic life. First broadcast in 1956, it explores challenges of the digital age, American politics and emerging issues.
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Cast & Crew.
Alexander Heffner
Self - Host (2014-) / Self - Host / Host
Richard Heffner
Self / Self - Host / Self - Host (1956-2013)
Malcolm X
Self
James Farmer
Self
Wyatt Tee Walker
Self
Eugene McCarthy
Self - Senator
Arthur Schlesinger Jr.
Self - Historian
Media.
Details.
Release DateMay 1, 1956
StatusReturning Series
Seasons2
Episodes92
Running Time30m
Content RatingTV-G
Genres
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This TV Show Is About.
Talk Show
Wiki.
The Open Mind is a nationally broadcast public affairs interview program. It is one of the longest running program in the history of American public television. First broadcast in May 1956, this "thoughtful excursion into the world of ideas" across politics, media, technology, the arts and realms of civic life currently originates from CUNY TV studios and airs on public television stations. Its creator, Richard Heffner, was host until his death on December 17, 2013. Alexander Heffner, Richard Heffner's grandson, took over as the program's host in 2014 renewing its commitment to civil discourse for the new generation.