Twin Cities PBS

Watch Episode

Jesse Ventura Shocks the World

25 years after shocking the world, it's high time the story of Gov. Jesse Ventura is told.

Jesse Ventura is many things, but boring isn't one of them. 25 years after the pro wrestler shocked the world when elected Governor of Minnesota, it's high time to explore the people, values and experiences that shaped him. Follow his implausible career path, wild term in office, love of democracy, guns and gay rights, early support of women's lib and Trump: larger than life is an understatement.

AIR DATE 1/16/24

Videos

Watch even more of your favorite PBS and TPT shows online.

Learn More

About Jesse Ventura Shocks the World!

Jesse Ventura is many things, but boring isn’t one of them. 25 years after the pro wrestler shocked the world when elected Governor of Minnesota, it’s high time to explore the people, values and experiences that shaped him. Follow his implausible career path, wild term in office, love of democracy, guns and gay rights, early support of women’s lib and Trump: larger than life is an understatement.

Broadcast Dates

#315 - Armed with Language |
Tuesday, Aug 5 at 10pm TPT 2
#315 - Armed with Language |
Wednesday, Aug 6 at 4am TPT 2
#215 - Set In Stone: Exploring St. Paul's Oldest Neighborhood |
Sunday, Aug 10 at 5am TPT MN
#215 - Set In Stone: Exploring St. Paul's Oldest Neighborhood |
Sunday, Aug 10 at 11am TPT MN
#215 - Set In Stone: Exploring St. Paul's Oldest Neighborhood |
Sunday, Aug 10 at 5pm TPT MN

Top

To Top