Discover the untold story behind Paris' most famous landmark and the race to build a monument 1,000 feet tall. Through dramatic recreations, official renderings and personal archives, see how the Eiffel Tower became an icon.
Ana refuses to marry Alberto in a secret ceremony. Raul returns, but a last-minute setback could endanger the fashion show.
Kevin teams up with a wallpaper expert to help a Miami homeowner create a focal point wall; Lee demonstrates a variety of common sprinkler heads; Richard installs a submersible sump pump as a solution to a homeowner's flooded basement problem.
Follow Merkel's meteoric rise from pastor's daughter to Time Person of the Year. As a young woman emerging from East Germany, she successfully navigated the male-dominated sphere of German politics to become first female Chancellor of Germany.
Mister Rogers visits the Empire Brass Quintet and notes that it's fun to hear all the instruments playing. If you listen carefully, you can hear each one, but they all make "one song." In the Neighborhood of Make-Believe, Neighbors get ready for the Bass Violin Festival.
Plans are underway in Elwood City for the best holidays ever as Arthur, D.W., their family and friends make preparations for perfect gifts, perfect parties and perfect family traditions for Christmas, Hanukkah, Kwanzaa and even "Baxter Day" (Buster and his mom's special celebration). The only problem is, just like in real life, perfection is hard to attain, and things start to fall apart.
During restoration work after the devastating 2019 fire at Notre Dame de Paris, two lead sarcophaguses were discovered under the cathedral's stone floor. Who is buried in the anonymous sarcophaguses? And what secrets will these lead caskets reveal? Follow a team of archaeologists and historians as they attempt to solve centuries-old mysteries using the latest scientific investigation techniques. What can DNA and chemical analysis of the remains reveal about the history of Notre Dame and those who devoted their lives to it?
ANTIQUES ROADSHOW explores some of the most fascinating treasures that were created from organic materials, as well as those that capture the beauty and power of our natural world.
Discover the story behind singer Brenda Lee's iconic songs and explore how her early fame and life of poverty shaped her artistry across pop, rock 'n' roll and country. Known for her Christmas classic and Billboard hit "Rockin' Around The Christmas Tree," she is still a force in music today. The film features interviews with Keith Urban, Pat Benatar, Neil Giraldo and many others.
Dr. Chavis talks to Phillip Howard, and Tony Richardson with The Conservation Fund, one of the largest conservation groups in the country. Howard and Richardson lead the effort to conserve, restore, and protect African American heritage sites in Alabama and Mississippi.
Join author, activist and political commentator Margaret Hoover for a public affairs talk show that delivers a civil and engaging contest of ideas among the brightest minds and freshest voices from across the political spectrum.
Join award-winning journalists every Friday night in a robust roundtable discussion of the week's major national news stories.
Kansas City Week in Review takes an in-depth look at the issues shaping Kansas City with area newsmakers and journalists. From one-on-one interviews to large group panel discussions, Nick Haines leads an informative and entertaining conversation about the news impacting our metro.
Over seven decades, actor and activist George Takei boldly journeyed from a WWII internment camp, to the helm of Star Trek's USS Enterprise, to the daily news feeds of five million Facebook fans. Join George and his husband Brad on this star's playful and profound trek for life, liberty, and love.
During restoration work after the devastating 2019 fire at Notre Dame de Paris, two lead sarcophaguses were discovered under the cathedral's stone floor. Who is buried in the anonymous sarcophaguses? And what secrets will these lead caskets reveal? Follow a team of archaeologists and historians as they attempt to solve centuries-old mysteries using the latest scientific investigation techniques. What can DNA and chemical analysis of the remains reveal about the history of Notre Dame and those who devoted their lives to it?
GROWN UP DAD is a half-hour program that explores the generational changes of fatherhood and asks what it means to be a good dad today. Historically, being a dad meant providing financially - putting food on the table and a roof overhead. Yet, this norm feels incomplete. With important societal discussions about toxic masculinity and evolving gender roles, defining good fatherhood has never been more complex. Host Joseph Gidjunis is a dad who grew up seeing fathers as drive-by parents who often missed out on real family time. Wanting to be there more for his son, and with inspiration from the hit Australian animated series Bluey, Joseph sets out on a journey across the United States and Australia to discover what that looks like for him and his family. Along the way, Joseph meets up with experts and other dads for conversations about fatherhood, parenting, work and life balance, and being a role model.
From local filmmaker Victor Antillanca comes profiles on people from the Kansas City Latinx community. Audiences will meet Jenny Mendez, a third generation Mexican-Amrerican supporting the local arts community, Kiki a DACA recipient reunited with her family after 20 years apart.
In this second installment, We Are Latinos, by filmmaker Victor Antillanca, beautifully captures the story of entrepreneurs, artists and DACA recipients making strides in Kansas City. The documentary shorts will feature Caf? Coraz?n co-founder Dulcinea Herrera, IT-RA muralists Isaac Tapia and Rodrigo Alvarez and rising artist Cesar Velez.
PBS NEWSHOUR WEEKEND features a summary of the day's national and international news, using renowned experts to offer analysis.
A coalition endeavors to save the Right Whale while allowing fishermen to save their livelihoods. Immigrant women enjoy hiking together and working on volunteer park projects. Land owners use conservation easements to ensure that original homesteads survive.
Musher is a film about the lives of four sled dog racers (mushers) and their dogs. What it means to be a musher, and what it takes to be a sled dog, is revealed over the course of a year as they all wait out summer so they can train for the coming winter's races. The film also explores the role of women in the sport, as dog mushing is one of just a few sports where men and women compete together.
Join Lucy as she investigates the return of Sherlock. Doyle began the Edwardian age delighting in all it had to offer, but as the First World War approached, the darkness of his later stories mirrored the reality of Doyle's life.
Busy and exhausted, James and Helen cannot get any time together. James thinks he found a solution when he hires a new trainee vet, Richard Carmody, but things do not quite work out as he expects.
Carmody is challenged with learning how to be a vet. The new farmers have a worrying illness amongst their herd and James wants to help them. Helen rallies the community to help the newcomers whilst she waits for some personal news.
Following Polly's death, a controversial anti-protest bill leads to an unofficial police strike. Sutherland and Anna's affair is in full bloom when a disgruntled photographer threatens to expose them.
Join Lucy as she investigates the return of Sherlock. Doyle began the Edwardian age delighting in all it had to offer, but as the First World War approached, the darkness of his later stories mirrored the reality of Doyle's life.
What really happened to the Princes in the Tower? Lucy Worsley uncovers the story of the two boys whose disappearance in 1483 has led to centuries of mystery and speculation.
How did George III's mental illness change Britain? Lucy Worsley uncovers Royal papers and explores how the assassination attempt on his life changed psychiatry forever.
Broadway star Michael Maliakel and beloved actress Lesley Nicol (Downton Abbey) inspire in this holiday special that weaves Christmas classics with the story of Victor Hugo to show that opening our hearts to all is the true meaning of the season.
Losing a beloved animal is a hurt all pet owners have in common, yet often grieve in private or alone. While there is no handbook for pet bereavement, nowhere in America is there a place like Dog Mountain where that special bond can be celebrated and healing is shared in a community of pet owners. Set on 150 idyllic acres in Vermont, this episode takes viewers to a dog paradise, showing the joy pets, both past and present, bring to our lives. At center is a special chapel filled floor to ceiling with photos and messages for pets that have passed. For over 20 years, visitors have travelled from around the world to this special place to acknowledge the feeling of loss for a beloved pet, while enjoying a dog heaven of trails, ponds, open fields and year round events to share with their current canine family members. This program follows visitors on an inspiring pilgrimage of discovery, joy, closure, community, healing and love.
Explore China's early history with host Michael Wood as he joins a million people at a festival devoted to ancient gods, hear the tale of China's bloodthirsty First Emperor and travel the Silk Road to discover the brilliant Tang dynasty.
This is a special holiday episode of Peg + Cat featuring "The Christmas Problem," "The Hanukkah Problem," and "The Penguin Problem. " This series is designed to engage preschool children and teach them how to solve math-based problems with Peg, a chatty and tenacious five year-old, her feline pal, Cat, and her smart, handsome, cool friend Ramone.
Plans are underway in Elwood City for the best holidays ever as Arthur, D.W., their family and friends make preparations for perfect gifts, perfect parties and perfect family traditions for Christmas, Hanukkah, Kwanzaa and even "Baxter Day" (Buster and his mom's special celebration). The only problem is, just like in real life, perfection is hard to attain, and things start to fall apart.
In the tradition of the Dickens holiday classic, Nature Cat is visited by the spirits of Nature Past (Daisy), Present (Squeeks) and Future (Hal) on Christmas Eve.
In this one-hour special, it's Christmas time and the Wild Kratts are taking a break from creature adventuring to celebrate. But when the Wild Kratts receive an alert that their favorite creatures are suddenly disappearing around the globe, their holiday party quickly turns into a rescue mission. Our heroes must race against time to thwart their greedy archrivals' most miserly scheme yet! Will they be able to travel to the ends of the earth and return their baby animal friends to their homes in time for the holidays? Find out on Wild Kratts: A Creature Christmas.
This adventure finds the Cat in the Hat, Nick and Sally on a journey around the world to help a lost reindeer find his way home to Freezeyourknees Snowland in time for Christmas. On the way, the Thingamajigger breaks down and they depend on a variety of animals -- from African bush elephants to bottlenose dolphins to red crabs -- and their remarkable abilities to help them make an amazing journey home.
In this episode, we visit the longest running antique car show in the United States, the Old Car Festival at Greenfield Village. We meet up with several vintage car owners and highlight their cars, watch an assembly team build a Model-T, and take in the action as vintage vehicles race each other. Cars Featured: 1930 Ford Model-A; 1912 McIntyre; 1914 Cadillac; 1928 Packard; 1932 Ford Model-B; 1923 Franklin; 1915 Ford Model-T Depot Hack; 1928 Chrysler; 1910 Stanley Steamer; 1923 Ford Model-T.
How do you pronounce endive? We find out at the largest endive producer in America. Visit a walnut farm where the debris from the harvest is used to enrich the soil. Learn how to make an appetizer with Whipped Goat Cheese with Dates and Bacon. Tour a cheese plant in Tennessee that provides a home for the milk from a co-op of Minnesota dairy farmers.
Guest: Jason Zweig, Editor, 75th anniversary edition of The Intelligent Investor by Benjamin Graham. On the publication of its 75th anniversary edition, The Intelligent Investor Editor Jason Zweig shares the timeless and still timely wisdom of what Warren Buffett calls "the best book on investing ever written."
Burt takes a look at the history of shopping and what it's like to shop at the epicenter of shopping on Worth Avenue in Palm Beach, Florida. We also check out the great values at the Church Mouse consignment shop that gives its profits to charity and we'll see what's happening at the most famous Green Market in the United States.
Henry Louis Gates, Jr. uncovers the roots of comedians Bob Odenkirk and Iliza Shlesinger two very funny people whose family trees brim with dramatic stories, introducing them to relatives who took great risks to overcame enormous hardships.
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TOM WOPAT was so much more than the famous actor in DUKES OF HAZZARD, he is also a world-class musician and songwriter. One of the most recognizable faces on television, actorsinger continues to enjoy a major career on stage, screen, and in the recording studio. BILLY DEAN & PAUL OVERSTREET are two of the most respected and successful songwriters in country music. Billy Dean hits include "Billy the Kid," "Somewhere In My Broken Heart," and more. Paul co-wrote "A Long Line of Love" and "Love Can Build a Bridge" for The Judds plus "Forever and Ever, Amen" for Randy Travis and so many other huge songs. WoodSongs Kid: Reese Carroll is an 11-year-old banjo player from Nicholasville, KY.
From Academy Award winning filmmaker Kevin Willmott, The Heroic True-Life Adventures of Alvin Brooks tells the story of a singular man who has devoted more than six decades to bettering the lives of every citizen of his town, Kansas City.
Jack Tuller's career as a San Francisco musician was altered in 1994 when he was diagnosed with a terminal condition and given six months to live. Jack Has a Plan tells the story of the following 25 years as Jack dodges one bullet after the next. He turns his predicament into a Left Coast performance project with experimental movies, diaries, and funky dance moves. Finally, Jack engineers a graceful exit from life's stage. But not if his family and friends have anything to say. San Francisco Examiner: "As joyous, thrilling and funny as any film about death could be."
Over seven decades, actor and activist George Takei boldly journeyed from a WWII internment camp, to the helm of Star Trek's USS Enterprise, to the daily news feeds of five million Facebook fans. Join George and his husband Brad on this star's playful and profound trek for life, liberty, and love.