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Open Source with Christopher Lydon

Christopher Lydon
Colonialism
Poetry
Algorithmic Culture
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Digital Technology
Taylor Swift
Social Media
Racism
Middle East Conflict
Identity Crisis
Cultural Homogenization
Frantz Fanon
Christian Wiman
Danielle Chapman
Samuel Adams
Israel
Gaza
Two-State Solution
Filterworld
Aldous Huxley

Christopher Lydon in conversation on arts, ideas and politics

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We’re tracking the Bernie Sanders story from a Brooklyn boyhood to the Green Mountain socialism that he implanted in Vermont, and then to his two offbeat campaigns for the Democratic presidential nomination: in 2016, and again in 2020. Our guest, Dan... more

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We’re going off script out here in the afterlife, in the imagination of the triple-threat novelist George Saunders. He’s eminent as a writer of stories and novels, as a critical reader, and as a teacher of modern fiction, and how to write it in the g... more

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Pico Iyer is the global citizen and now, inadvertently, the movie star—in the winter’s hot movie, Marty Supreme. Across a hundred conversations over the years, we thought we knew everything about him, the transcendentalist Buddhist who grew up with t... more

We’re getting our heads around the invasion of Venezuela and what feels like a rough new rule book for the so-called world order. Cue Greg Grandin, the hemispheric historian who wrote that big book America, América just in time last summer.

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Recent Guests

Dan Chasen
Poet and author of 'Bernie for Burlington'
Episode: Bernie’s Journey
Greg Grandin
Hemispheric historian and author of America, America
Yale University
Episode: Age of Hemispheric Empires
Sven Beckert
Laird Bell Professor of History at Harvard and author of 'Capitalism, a Global History'.
Harvard University
Episode: A Thousand Years of Capitalism
Brandon Terry
Professor of social sciences at Harvard, author and editor on political philosophy
Harvard University
Episode: Shattered Dreams, Infinite Hope
Nancy Gertner
Retired federal court judge and civil liberties advocate
Harvard Law School
Episode: Stress-Testing the Rule of Law
Merve Emre
Dazzling young critic, professor of creative writing and criticism at Wesleyan University
Wesleyan University
Episode: Mrs. Dalloway at 100
Anatol Lieven
Journalist and analyst at the Quincy Institute for Responsible Statecraft
Quincy Institute for Responsible Statecraft
Episode: Russia and Ukraine in 2025
Hussein Banai
Professor of International Studies at Indiana University Bloomington
Indiana University Bloomington
Episode: Trump at War
Danielle Allen
Philosopher and historian specializing in democracy and civic engagement
Harvard University
Episode: Divided, Defensive Democracy

Host

Christopher Lydon
Host with a deep understanding of arts, culture, and politics, engaging in thought-provoking conversations with a diverse array of guests.

Reviews

4.6 out of 5 stars from 1.2k ratings
  • Extremely Partisan

    If you are in a fever sweat over having a republican Congress and President and believe it is the end of the world because “woke” is on the way out, this is the podcast for you. It will feed you exactly what you are looking for to keep the communist socialist dream alive.

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    ListenWhileWorking
    United States2 months ago
  • Ummm cool!

    So I found this because Google said it was the first podcast and I wanted to find it 🤣

    But cool!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Gamergirl_mc ✌️(Pompeii)
    United States2 months ago
  • One sided Episode Apologist - Nancy Gertner

    Both sides have behaved underhandedly, calling out the Republicans & not mentioning the Democrats misdeeds is why we’re in this race to the bottom.

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    1
    another RJF
    United States5 months ago
  • Horribly uninformed, violent and sociopathic

    I was shocked at hearing so little understanding of current affairs. Toxic and uninformed.

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    Garcia Lorka
    Ukrainea year ago
  • Wide ranging, thought-provoking

    Unlike many podcasts, there is no set subject here, nor does it play to whatever current hot topic is dominating the mediascape. Just every week, for one hour, you’ll get a really good discussion that will take you in unexpected directions. As good on art, music, and philosophy as it is on politics, history, & technology. Open Source always offers voices and perspectives that you won’t hear elsewhere.

    PS— put Blyth on every six months! He is the one voice I hear on NPR saying a lot of things tha... more

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    5
    TheDudeAbided
    United Statesa year ago

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Some reviews indicate frustration with perceived biases and lack of balanced viewpoints, pointing to the complexity of the topics discussed.
Many praise the host's empathetic interviewing style, which brings out meaningful conversations with guests across diverse subjects.

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Pico Supreme
Q: What was it like to be directed as opposed, for example, to being edited?
It was a beautiful experience; Josh Safdie is known for using non-actors and was very encouraging.
A Thousand Years of Capitalism
Q: What lessons would you draw out of that vast landscape as we plunge ahead?
Capitalism is undogmatic, changes over time, and is a human-made order that can be changed, allowing society to design a more equitable future.
A Thousand Years of Capitalism
Q: How did it happen?
Capitalism evolved from localized merchant activities to become a central force in global economies, transforming various societies along the way.
John Updike’s Vocation
Q: What was it like to live in a house with John Updike?
Michael shares that they were aware of their father's work but characterized it as a couple scene environment during their upbringing.
John Updike’s Vocation
Q: Was that hard?
Miranda Updike confirms it was hard to witness the changes in family dynamics after their parents' separation.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Open Source

What is Open Source about and what kind of topics does it cover?

Engaging with a plethora of topics surrounding the intersection of arts, ideas, and politics, episodes frequently explore historical contexts, contemporary sociopolitical issues, and culture's role in shaping society. The dialogues often feature in-depth conversations with thought leaders, authors, and experts who share their unique insights ranging from civil rights and capitalism to literature and international relations. The show is noted for its diverse content, highlighting lesser-discussed narratives and perspectives that encourage critical thought and resonate with an audience seeking deeper understanding in today's complex world.

What sets this podcast apart is its commitment to facilitating high-quality discussions that often tran... more

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1. Dan Chasen
2. Greg Grandin
3. Sven Beckert
4. Brandon Terry
5. Nancy Gertner
6. Merve Emre
7. Anatol Lieven
8. Hussein Banai

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