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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In a society where honesty often feels risky, Full Circle creates an open space to share, reflect, and connect. Here, we tackle self-help, current events, and culture with common sense and clarity, and explore what it means to find your voice, speak the truth, and take steps towards growth and change, even when it feels impossible. Together, we'll uncover how to embrace vulnerability, have the conversations that matter, and empower each other to start from wherever we are—right here, right n ...
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Morning Headlines: President Trump Threatens to Withhold Funds From States Over Bail Rollbacks, MTA Holds Public Fare Hearings, and Breanna Stewart Returns t...
President Trump is threatening to cut funding to states that rolled back cash bail, including New York. Meanwhile, the MTA is holding in person hearings for riders to weigh in on fare changes. Plus, Breanna Stewart returned to the Liberty lineup after a month-long injury, scoring 19 points in an 81–79 win over the Connecticut Sun.…
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Fast fashion has taken over the fashion industry, but is less expensive, trendy clothing really worth the purchase? Those who say to “stop” argue fast fashion harms the environment in many ways and exploits workers in countries with lax regulations. Those who say “keep shopping” argue it’s up to shoppers to choose, as fast fashion offers affordable…
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When Kelly volunteered to be the head coach for his son’s baseball team, he was nervous. He had no formal training, but he knew he wanted his players to have equal playing time—and have fun. Which they did, until the yelling started and the season ended in a stunning loss (and quite a few tears). What can Kelly do better next season? In this encore…
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Ikky is a Canadian musician and producer who’s bringing Punjabi music to the world — and putting the spotlight on Canada in the process. The international hitmaker has racked up billions of streams and worked with artists both at home and in India. Now, he’s back with a new single, “Tell Me,” which is a bilingual collaboration between OneRepublic a…
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Billianne is a Canadian singer-songwriter who got her start after she posted a viral TikTok cover of Tina Turner’s iconic hit “The Best.” Since then, she’s released an EP, performed on “The Today Show” and “The Kelly Clarkson Show,” and was called a “young Adele” by Rolling Stone. Billianne sits down with guest host Gill Deacon to talk about her bl…
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They say moving is one of life’s most stressful events. We asked for your stories about why you’re doing it.Plus, Heidi Reinberg was priced out of a Brooklyn neighborhood she loved. Where did she end up? Death, Sex & Money is produced by Slate! To support us and our colleagues, please sign up for our membership program, Slate Plus. Members get ad-f…
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Our more hands-on callers often try(and fail) to repair their vehicles before taking the desperate measure of calling us for help. But what happens when a caller has tried absolutely everything? Find out on this episode of the Best of Car Talk.Learn more about sponsor message choices: podcastchoices.com/adchoicesNPR Privacy Policy…
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We're joined by the principal members of the band HAIM: Alana, Danielle and Este Haim. In 2013, they released their critically acclaimed debut album Days Are Gone and the rest is history. HAIM joins us in the studio to talk about making the latest record: I Quit. They also get into growing up in the San Fernando Valley and the shocking lyrics in th…
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20 years ago, Hurricane Katrina hit the Gulf Coast. StoryCorps was there in the aftermath, recording interviews with survivors in the cities where they fled. The stories in this episode— many captured only weeks after the storm— bear witness to one of the worst natural disasters in U.S. history. Leave us a voicemail at 702-706-TALK, or email us at …
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In this hour, stories of accepting one's lot and making the best out of tough situations. This episode is hosted by Moth Director Jodi Powell. The Moth Radio Hour is produced by The Moth and Jay Allison of Atlantic Public Media.Rob Carr's acting teacher forces him to loosen up. Beth Ireland goes roller skating after a 25 year hiatus.Jessi Realzola …
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Monday on the News Hour, Kilmar Abrego Garcia is arrested by immigration authorities again after he was mistakenly deported to El Salvador and then returned to the U.S. The unique history of how Washington, D.C., has been governed as National Guard troops patrol its streets. Plus, we speak with a Democratic congressman who plans to retire if courts…
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Hosts Alex Kirshner, Ben Lindbergh, and Lindsay Gibbs discuss ESPN’s new $30-a-month streaming service, and the media giant’s attempt to maintain a streaming service without cutting off its cable cash cow. The panel then welcomes the New Yorker staff writer Louisa Thomas to review the U.S. Open’s revamped mixed doubles event. They also weigh in on …
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Another Friday, another move against a perceived enemy of the president.Last week, the FBI searched the Maryland home and Washington office of President Trump’s former national security advisor, John Bolton.Since he was fired from the administration during Trump’s first term, Bolton has turned into one of the president’s most vocal critics.Vice Pre…
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President Trump's recent deal with Intel gives the U.S. government a 10% ownership stake in the company. But today, Intel responded with a regulatory filing, outlining all of the ways this deal could go sideways. We take a look at the unintended consequences of governments owning companies. Also on the show: why prices have been slow to rise in res…
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It's been a hot summer, and many New Yorkers are relying heavily on their air conditioners to stay cool. They might also be bracing for spikes in their electricity bills. Laurie Wheelock is the executive director of the Public Utility Law Project, a non profit organization that advocates for low income utility consumers in New York. She talked with…
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The Israeli prime minister has expressed deep regret at what he called a tragic mishap at a hospital in southern Gaza, in which at least 20 people were killed. Five journalists were among the dead as a result of an Israeli strike on Nasser hospital in Khan Younis. We speak to a journalist who knew one of those killed, Mariam Dagga.Also in the progr…
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Evening Roundup: School Districts Prepare for Cell Phone Ban, State Comptroller Gets Challenger in Next Year’s Race, NYPD Commissioner Praises Recruitment, a...
Nearly all New York schools are ready to prohibit cell phones this year. Also, longtime New York State Comptroller Tom DiNapoli has a Democratic primary opponent. Plus, NYPD Commissioner Jessica Tisch said the department was desperate for applicants six months ago. Last week, she swore in the largest class since 2016. And finally, we hear from New …
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Corrupt.That’s the word President Trump is using, without evidence, to describe mail-in voting – which is how almost one third of Americans cast their ballots in the last election.States including Florida and Pennsylvania also saw recent jumps in GOP mail-in ballots, after President Trump in his campaign called for votes by any means possible, incl…
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Audiences at the latest production of the Public Theater's Free Shakespeare in the Park this summer have been treated to a Delacorte Theater with an 85 million dollar makeover. The renovations mark the end of an era of the original Delacorte Theater, graced by both famous actors and raccoons over the years. Greg Young, co-host of the Bowery Boys po…
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The US Open is underway in Queens! Caitlin Thompson, founder of Racquet Magazine, previews the most exciting matchups of the Grand Slam, shares who she thinks might win, and talk about what it will take to beat Carlos Alcaraz and Jannik Sinner.
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Today marks the 50th anniversary of the release of Born to Run, one of the seminal albums from Bruce Springsteen. Peter Ames Carlin discusses the album and his new book, Tonight in Jungleland: The Making of Born to Run.
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Singer, songwriter, and actor Moses Sumney discusses making his theatrical stage debut in "Twelfth Night" as part of Shakespeare in the Park. Sumney plays Feste, a jester who becomes involved in a mean-spirited prank. "Twelfth Night" is running at the Delacorte Theater through September 13.
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Boys fall behind girls in education in the U.S. starting as young as eight years old. Understanding how boys learn is key to knowing why that’s happening. It's part one of On Point’s weeklong series “Falling Behind: The Miseducation of America’s Boys.”
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All week we're revisiting archival interviews with key figures in early rock and roll, rockabilly and R&B. We're kicking it off with Terry Gross's interviews with Elvis Presley's guitarist Scotty Moore, who tells stories about playing with the King and recording "Blue Suede Shoes." That song was written by rockabilly musician Carl Perkins, who also…
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Inspired by a Business Insider report on Microsoft employees sharing salaries with each other on a massive internal spreadsheet, listeners share their most shocking pay transparency revelations from their workplaces.
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Midday News: NYC Launches Probe After NYPD Car Runs Over Man in Queens, Reaction to Mamdani's Latest Video, and the New School Year Brings Fear for Some Immi...
New York City officials are investigating after they say an NYPD squad car ran over a man lying on a road in Flushing Meadows Corona Park. Plus, a look at the reaction to a viral video showing Democratic mayoral nominee Zohran Mamdani lifting weights at an Open Streets in Brooklyn over the weekend. And finally, for some immigrant families, the star…
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In recent years, youth sports have quietly morphed from free community gatherings into a big business, with private leagues and one-on-one trainers capitalizing on a growing impulse to frame a child's athleticism as a ticket to their future. Vox senior correspondent Anna North discusses her article on the subject, headlined "The hidden forces ruini…
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Tom Nichols, staff writer at The Atlantic and an author of the Atlantic Daily newsletter, talks about national politics, including Democratic messaging strategies, like California Gov. Newsom's efforts to 'troll' Trump on social media.
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As Brazil’s former President Jair Bolsonaro remains under house arrest, Brazilians are debating what justice, accountability and democracy really mean. Also, South Korea's President Lee Jae-myung is in Washington for his first White House meeting with US President Donald Trump. And, tensions escalate as the US sends warships to waters off the coast…
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Ramsey Khalifeh, Gothamist and WNYC transportation reporter, talks about the latest on the MTA's plans to extend the Q to 125th Street.
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With summer comes a seasonal variety of fruits and vegetables that are at peak freshness and priced at a better value than what you can find at your local supermarket. Local farmers say there over 100 varieties of melons this season that can run you as little as $1 a pound for smaller varieties, and upwards of $15 each for big melons. Amelia Tarpey…
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Ukrainian soldiers on the eastern frontline have told the BBC they're suffering high casualty rates, as they continue to repel Russian attacks.We'll hear from those on the frontline in Donetsk in eastern Ukraine, a region Russia's president Vladimir Putin wants to control.Also in the programme: As Israeli strikes hit Gaza's last functioning hospita…
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The iconic first notes of the song "Born to Run" were unveiled to the world for the first time on Aug. 25, 1975. Bruce Springsteen's third studio album — also called Born to Run — hit record store shelves that day. Almost immediately, Springsteen went from being a local favorite in Asbury Park, New Jersey, to an international superstar. But why doe…
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Morning Headlines: Prosecutors Allege Former Adams Advisor’s New Job May Be The Result of a Bribe, Hochul Recommends Caution at State Beaches, Mamdani’s Late...
Ingrid Lewis-Martin has a new job with Broadway Stages. This could be seen as a possible bribe. Meanwhile, Governor Hochul is warning that Hurricane Erin is still a potential danger. Finally, Zohran Mamdani is holding a chip bag treasure hunt to try and embarrass Mayor Eric Adams.
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Since the end of the Cold War, most Americans have taken U.S. military supremacy for granted. We can no longer afford to do so, according to reporting by the staff writer Dexter Filkins. China has developed advanced weapons that rival or surpass America’s; and at the same time, drone warfare has fundamentally changed calculations of the battlefield…
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Dan Pelosi and Negin Farsad join Dan to settle your food disputes! One couple can’t agree on when they should take the first bite of a meal: when the food is fresh and piping hot, or once they’re sitting down at the table? Another couple struggles over how to reheat leftovers to maximize flavor and minimize mess. Plus, our guests share their hottes…
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The acclaimed musician and composer Jon Batiste is putting his mark on Americana music with his new record, “Big Money.” It looks at capitalism, the power of community and love. It even has a Randy Newman duet, which happened all thanks to a cold call. Jon joins guest host Garvia Bailey to talk about connecting to his creativity, working with Steph…
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For years, TV writer Patrick Tarr has been writing scripts for shows like “Murdoch Mysteries,” “Cardinal” and “Saving Hope” — but his dream was always to write a book. Now, that dream has become a reality. Patrick’s debut novel, “The Guest Children,” is a chilling supernatural tale inspired by real-life history: the evacuation of 6,000 British chil…
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In 2001, three web designers built a quirky email tool called Mailchimp. It wasn’t their main business. It wasn’t even meant to make real money. For years, Ben Chestnut and his partners survived on web-design gigs, while Mailchimp earned just enough to cover lunch. Then…one surprising spreadsheet changed everything. In this episode, Ben reveals: Th…
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Social media is full of images of unhoused people that's either meant to make you angry or laugh. For Leah Goodridge, this content is a new form of 'poverty porn.' 'Poverty porn' used to refer to charity commercials showing malnourished children to evoke empathy from sympathetic viewers. But according to New York City attorney and tenant advocate L…
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On this episode: Elizabeth shares stories from her big moving trip, Zak talks through the chaos of his own move, and Lucy navigates some surprising crush talk with her teen. Then, a listener asks how to make their home the go-to hangout spot for kids and friends. The hosts get real about why it’s less about beanbags and ping pong tables, and more a…
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Episode 32: Stop Calling It Loss, Start Seeing It as Growth! The Truth About Change No One Talks About”
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40:23Growth is beautiful—but it can feel brutally lonely. In this episode of Full Circle Podcast, we explore personal growth, self-improvement, and what really happens when you start outgrowing people, spaces, and habits.Why does leveling up feel isolating? How do you navigate friendships that no longer align, leave behind environments that hold you bac…
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Episode 31: Trump Extends Martial Law, Silences PBS, and Guts the Smithsonian, Prager U Downplays Slavery
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40:49In this episode of Full Circle Podcast, Joseph takes a deep dive into Donald Trump’s federal takeover of Washington, D.C.—a move raising alarms about executive overreach, selective “law and order” politics, and the erosion of local authority under the Home Rule Act. Joseph breaks down why crime data contradicts Trump’s narrative, why National Guard…
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Episode 30: Parts of Constitution Vanish, Trump Seizes Control of DC, Women's Rights Face Threats from Within
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1:28:21Trump’s latest power moves are shaking the foundations of American democracy. In this 8/13/25 episode we discuss: The Constitution “glitch” that deleted key sections like habeas corpus and limits on federal power — and why it’s more than a coding error. Trump’s federalization of D.C. policing, National Guard patrols, and the legal pushback against …
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Episode 29: Sydney Sweeney Jeans Controversy Explodes, July Jobs Report Alarms, Trump Fires Labor Stats Chief
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26:54Sydney Sweeney’s American Eagle ad goes viral—but not in a good way. Accusations of eugenics-coded messaging and racism ignite fierce backlash online. At the same time, July’s jobs report comes in way below expectations, signaling a stalling U.S. economy. In response, Trump fires the Bureau of Labor Statistics commissioner who released the numbers.…
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"The Vagina Business" author Marina Gerner discusses long overdue innovation in women's reproductive health.By The Open Mind on PBS
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Episode 28: Is Trump’s Treason Claim Against Obama Legit? & How to Stay Informed Without Losing Your Mind
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40:46President Trump has just accused former President Obama of treason—alleging a 2016 coup orchestrated at the highest levels of government. A deepfake video of Obama’s “arrest” goes viral. Tulsi Gabbard backs parts of the claim. Is this a reckoning… or something else entirely?As the noise grows louder and the headlines more chaotic, how do we keep ou…
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Investigative reporter Jake Adelstein discusses the Japanese government, yakuza, and fight against corruption.By The Open Mind on PBS
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Episode 27: The "Big, Beautiful Bill" Fiasco Unfolds, Epstein Files Fallout Deepens, and Superman Soars
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42:23On this episode, we break down Trump’s first legislative action in his second term—a massive, headline-grabbing economic package dubbed the "One Big Beautiful Bill." But is it really a win for Americans, or a polished pitch for the rich? Joseph breaks down what's inside, who benefits, and who’s being left behind. Next, the conversation shifts to th…
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