Story in the Public Square TV Schedule

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Story in the Public Square — Story in the Public Square

"Story in the Public Square" is a weekly public affairs program that explores how storytelling shapes public life. Hosted by Jim Ludes and G. Wayne Miller, the series features interviews with writers, journalists, filmmakers, musicians, and artists whose work influences culture, politics, and society. Broadcast on PBS and SiriusXM, it highlights the power of narrative to inform, inspire, and drive social change.

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Daniel Golden — Story in the Public Square

ProPublica editor and reporter Daniel Golden practices his craft in that great tradition. There was a time in the United States, not that long ago, when local newspapers played an undisputed positive role in holding people in authority to account.

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1716 — Story in the Public Square

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1716 — Story in the Public Square

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Michael Shermer — Story in the Public Square

Whether it's the existence of God, UFOs, or the nature of consciousness, we all grapple with mysteries of the universe. Where some find answers in religious faith, New York Times bestselling science writer Michael Shermer challenges people to demand answers rooted in science and skepticism.

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Ashley Bendiksen — Story in the Public Square

Domestic violence is a persistent issue in American society. Abuse survivor, advocate and national speaker Ashley Bendiksen discusses the issues and shares her personal story.

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1716 — Story in the Public Square

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Story in the Public Square — Story in the Public Square

"Story in the Public Square" is a weekly public affairs program that explores how storytelling shapes public life. Hosted by Jim Ludes and G. Wayne Miller, the series features interviews with writers, journalists, filmmakers, musicians, and artists whose work influences culture, politics, and society. Broadcast on PBS and SiriusXM, it highlights the power of narrative to inform, inspire, and drive social change.

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Joanna Weiss — Story in the Public Square

Featuring Politico Magazine writer Joanna Weiss. Most who write about politics focus on the horse-race of elections or the specifics of policies. But Joanna Weiss says we should view American politics, especially current American politics, through a pop-culture lens where fame and celebrity explain more than the appeal of ideas.

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1717 — Story in the Public Square

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1717 — Story in the Public Square

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Farnaz Fassihi — Story in the Public Square

The United States and Israel began bombing Iran in February 2026. In the months that followed, we have seen spasms of violence and claims of diplomatic progress. New York Times reporter Farnaz Fassihi covers the conflict, its impact on the Iranian people, and the diplomatic efforts to end it.