Hosted by veteran traveler and avid train buff Jeff Wilson, REAL RAIL ADVENTURES: SWISS WINTER MAGIC showcases the construction marvels and visual splendors of the Swiss rail system, world-class mainlines, stunning scenic routes, and beautiful cog trains. From Zurich International, Jeff boards the Intercity Line at the airport train station and heads east. At the alpine city of Chur, he changes to the renowned Albula Bernia Express and savors the scenery scrolling by on the ride to his first destination. St. Moritz is legendary as one of the world's premier ski resorts. Alpine winter tourism was invented here in 1864 and St. Moritz has twice hosted the Olympic Winter Games. Jeff hits the slopes and discovers a wealth of options for downhill skiers of all abilities. The village is ringed by more than a few ski areas that are easily accessible by trains, state of the art gondolas and lifts, which serve up immaculate ski runs plus amenities that delight. Traveling aboard the Glacier Express, Jeff heads to the village of Zermatt and the world famous Matterhorn, a mountain of the Alps. Romantic, car free Zermatt pulses year round and is particularly enchanting in winter. Scores of 500 year old houses line the streets of the compact village. Zermatt nestles in a peaceful-and yet wild mountain world at the foot of the indomitable Matterhorn. Next, is a trip to the north aboard the Golden Pass Panoramic VIP Train in Montreux. Jeff's destination: Gstaad, a long-famous jet-set destination called the "last paradise in a crazy world" by actress Julie Andrews, a regular visitor. Known for five-star resorts, elegant shopping and fine dining, Gstaad still retains a genuine Alpine lifestyle too. There, Jeff tries his hand at fat-tire winter biking, ice stock curling, and hiking with a local outfitter that offers treks complete with traditional fondue from a gigantic wooden pot.
Host Roberto Mighty intimately interviews Baby Boomers and invites viewer participation. Boomer Quiz: Mission Impossible. In our Boomer Passion segment, Anthony and Maja take urban kids to the woods. Carolyn experiences homelessness. Nalan rides her motorcycle in the desert and invests in crypto. Judy has very little money, but helps out her grown Son. Viewers share revealing answers to our survey.
Join us on our discovery of Europe's Christmas Markets, where the town center, market square or just the narrow, cobblestone streets of the cities and towns of Europe come alive in winter with festively decorated wooden stalls offering all sorts of treats and delights. As we travel through Germany, France and Switzerland we visit cities and towns and learn of their history, see their major sights, and visit their charming markets. Besides being a visual treat, the show is also a musical treat, as T the Kingston Trio provides special folk arrangements of traditional Christmas carols to add to the magic and enchantment of the medieval and castle towns we visit. In our visit to Bernkastel-Kues we see the town hall decorated as an advent calendar, and learn of the traditional beverage of the markets, the Gluhwein. In Nuremberg we visit the imposing castle, and one of the most famous of all the Christmas markets. You can almost smell the roasting sausages and gingerbread sold in the stalls. In Rothenburg we learn of the traditional wooden Christmas decorations from the son of the founder of the Kathe Wolfhart Christmas store, and wander along the ramparts the the fairy tale village. Then we have a quick stop in the wine town of Rudesheim. A unique visit is made to the ancient town of Michelstadt and its Christmas market. And then into France, to see how the French celebrate the season in Strasbourg. We conclude our travels in Switzerland, with the sights and sounds of the holidays in Basel and and the alpine city of Lucerne. This show is a true Christmas treat, as we experience Europe at a time of community, conviviality and color. It will fill your senses with the warmth and the fun of the holiday season, with some geography and history lessons to boot!
Christmas on the Danube is a companion to European Christmas Market. It is true holiday treat that will fill your senses with warmth, touch your heart, and provide your mind with geography and history, as well. Traveling the majestic Danube river as it passes through stunning European landscape, history and culture, Christmas on the Danube visits theses cities along the Danube, which are particularly spectacular at Christmas.
Artists have painted its bucolic landscapes stretching from the cities of Rouen and Fecamp (home of the celebrated Benedictine Abbey) to the seaside cliffs of Etretat. Gourmet choices abound as apple orchards beget cider and Calvados, while happy cows give Camembert cheese its complexity. Leslie's sister is a long-time resident and takes her to spots only locals know. Indulging in delicious bites and sips, she encounters characters that embody French joie de vivre!
Little Sri Lanka in Staten Island is one of the largest concentrations of Sri Lankans outside of the island nation. Mickela dances with the Sri Lankan Dance Academy and visits the family-owned restaurants on Victory Blvd. in Tompkinsville cooking up traditional dishes. She celebrates with the incredibly diverse community through song, dance, and...cricket!
After almost three years of closures due to the pandemic, the renowned house and gardens are opening their doors for Easter. With running costs of £10,000 (approximately $12,600 USD) a day this family-owned estate needs a good start to their busy season to recoup losses, and it's all hands on deck for the small team. Lady Carnarvon becomes an unexpected tour guide for some Americans who have turned up expecting a private tour of the famous castle. Head butler Luis, used to serving royalty and VIPs, mans the drinks and ice cream kiosk on one of the hottest days of spring. Chauffeur Paul prepares the family's vintage 1936 Rolls Royce for display while estate manager John organizes an egg hunt. Will the busiest weekend of the spring pay off for Lord and Lady Carnarvon and their dedicated team?
Michael heads to his hometown on the Sunny South East. Known for their funny accent, their maritime history and most of all, their love of singing, Wexford people are unique. We see Johnstown Castle, the National Opera House and hear about the founder of the American Navy, Commodore John Barry.
Take a walk with Bob Ross and catch a glimpse of an early winter morning's light reflected in the misty stillness of forest waters.
Let your body bend in Blowing Tree. Loosen your legs for Lotus with a five-part stretch, then do some lying-down versions of the posture.
Host Roberto Mighty intimately interviews Baby Boomers and invites viewer participation. Boomer Quiz: Sidney Poitier. In our Boomer Passion segment, Brenda is a motorcycle minister. Margaret gives God the glory and loves pickleball. Linda grew up with a learning disability, then turned kids' lives around. After cooking in the Army, Karen bakes cakes. Viewers share revealing answers to our survey.
Work from head-to-toe as you stretch the entire body in this feel good Classical Stretch workout. Through twisting the spine you'll liberate your upper body and shoulders. Through finger exercises you'll relieve neck and shoulder pain. As you continue with barre work, you'll release tension in your hips and spine so that you can stretch and strengthen your glutes and hamstrings.
While cruising across the African savanna in the Tortuga, a gust of wind blows a piece of paper out of Aviva's hand and into an ostrich nest. The bros think it's a new secret formula and they spring into action to rescue her work from one of the most protective parents on earth - the ostrich! Science Concept: Ecology and reproduction of the ostrich.
Junior really wants to find a book about a Puerto Rican boy, dinosaurs, and the Bronx, but Alma and Andre can't find any stories that have all three at the bookstore. Luckily Alma has an idea: what if they help Junior make his own book? Alma and Eddie want to surprise Nestor and Gloria for their anniversary, but when Gloria gets called into work unexpectedly, their party plans might be a bust.
When family and friends want their own fancy pin, Lyla and Everett must figure out how to make the pins for everyone in time for the New Year's Eve party. / Lyla and Everett clash as they make a fun unboxing video for Phan Hardware's Summer Sale.
When Nico teases Carl about bikes being for babies, he sets out to prove Nico wrong. Bikes aren't for babies - bikes are for everyone! / Carl and his Fuzzytown friends can't wait to build a tree fort, but Carl has a hard time working as a team.
Daniel Learns to Ask First - When Daniel needs a drumstick for his pretend marching band, he takes away a spoon that Margaret was using, which makes her cry. Dad Tiger teaches Daniel that he needs to ask first before taking something away from someone else. Friends Ask First - O the Owl is reading a story to his class at school, but when Prince Wednesday grabs the book to get a closer look, no one else can see the pictures. Teacher Harriet explains that you should ask first if it's okay before you take something away from someone else.
Pro kayakers Nick Troutman & Emily Jackson and family explore Columbus, Georgia while in town for the USA Freestyle Kayaking Team Trials.
Find out how the issues of the day - the state budget, health care, education, the environment, transportation, and more - impact citizens and communities throughout Washington. The Impact features interviews and profiles with the policy experts who make the decisions in Olympia and the people who are impacted back home.
To celebrate the 25th anniversary of the most-watched cooking show on public television, the cast of America's Test Kitchen is hosting a party! In "America's Test Kitchen Celebrates 25 Years," hosts Bridget Lancaster and Julia Collin Davison and the test cooks highlight the food, science, kitchen ingenuity, and fun that have made the show a fan favorite for over 600 episodes and bring viewers behind-the-scenes to see how it all gets made.
Two-time Grammy-winning country music superstar Reba McEntire shines in concert at the historic Ryman Auditorium in Nashville, singing selections from her debut gospel album "My Chains Are Gone." Reba lends her unmistakable voice to classic hymns and songs of hope and is joined on stage by the Issacs, Trisha Yearwood and Kelly Clarkson. Hosted by Bill Gaither (Classic Gospel series).
In part 2 of our visit with Chef Massimo Bottura in Modena, we explore the charming city and delve into the philanthropic side of Modena and the Botturas. Lara Gilmore introduces us to Tortellante and Food for Soul. We can't visit Modena without learning more about its most famous son, late tenor Luciano Pavarotti and the theater that is carrying on his legacy by training young opera stars.
Matera is certainly one of the most unusual and memorable tourist destinations in Italy, but this almost unknown region has much more to offer. Medieval villages, abandoned hamlets, otherworldly landscapes and incredible festivals. In Tricarico, Alessandra takes part in a colorful and peculiar Carnival, which recalls pastoral traditions. Alessandra meets Annangela, an impassioned embroiderer who creates unique works with thread and who opened a small costume museum to keep the local traditions alive. In his forties, Gerardo transformed his life to save his grandfather's vineyard. Today he makes the great Aglianico del Vulture wine. Acerenza is one of the 50 most beautiful towns in Italy. Here Antonio Saluzzi uses ancient Greek and Roman foundry techniques for his art. Mario Daddiego's nativity scenes, set in the Matera's Sassi, are a wonder and precise down to the smallest detail. Matera is not just ancient history as a visit to the Museum of Contemporary Sculpture proves.
Riffle Farm provides the perfect location for a mountaintop Appalachian Bison Roast. With musical guest Rodney Rice.
Host Roberto Mighty intimately interviews Baby Boomers and invites viewer participation. Boomer Quiz: Sidney Poitier. In our Boomer Passion segment, Brenda is a motorcycle minister. Margaret gives God the glory and loves pickleball. Linda grew up with a learning disability, then turned kids' lives around. After cooking in the Army, Karen bakes cakes. Viewers share revealing answers to our survey.
If there's one thing Italians love, it's tradition; either revering it...or breaking it. Tradition gives us a foundation to fly; to create; to build on wisdom. Today, we'll build on my Nonna's traditional sweet holiday pastry and visit Altamura to discover one of the most beautiful Pugliese traditional breads...focaccia! Recipes: Pastiera; Focaccia
Chef Maria Loi takes us to Naxos, known for its beautiful villages, artisanal crafts and cuisine, and wonderful people. Maria introduces us to the Polykreti family, with whom she makes two special Naxian dishes: Cheese Bread and Roasted Seasonal Vegetables with Lamb. Back in her New York kitchen, Maria shares some easy adaptions of these Naxian treasures.
PBS NEWSHOUR WEEKEND features a summary of the day's national and international news, using renowned experts to offer analysis.
"The Neighborhood Storyteller" reveals the life-changing power of literacy on women and girls in underprivileged communities told through the lens of Asmaa Rashed, a Syrian refugee young mother, raised in a community where the destinies of girls were predetermined. Asmaa overcomes her adversity by leading reading-aloud circles in her home at Zaatari refugee camp determined to empower adolescent girls and enable them to see beyond the limitations of their circumstances.
In TELL ME MORE, host Kelly Corrigan invites notable guests to engage in long-form conversations about what makes them tick. We also meet the people that motivate and inspire these famous guests.
SERVING AMERICA: MEMORIES OF PEACE CORPS highlights the experiences of some of the nearly 3,000 volunteers who served during the early years of the Peace Corps. A mix of archival film and photographs, along with personal stories from former volunteers, tells a story of service and idealism. Interviews convey the volunteers' passion, commitment and bravery as they lived and worked in developing countries, including South and Central America, Africa and the Middle East. From almost fatal obstacles to spiritual epiphanies, these men and women describe their transformative experiences. Donna Shalala, former U.S. Secretary of Health and Human Services (1993-2001), recounts the adventure of serving in Iran between 1962 and 1964. "What the Peace Corps really did is make me a citizen of the world," says Shalala.
An adventure from the last Himalayan kingdom. Home to the world's most ambitious commitment to protect nature, Bhutan faces urgent pressure to dam every river. A man named "Good Karma" guides an expedition to keep his country's mightiest river free.
A TOWERING TASK tells the story of the Peace Corps, a unique U.S. government agency born out of the Cold War and the heady days of the Kennedy administration. To this day, Peace Corps Volunteers redefine how America engages with the rest of the world.
Esther returns to the prairies and continues her pursuit of uncovering her past. Reconnecting the severed ties of a broken family is not easy. When tragedy strikes, Esther realizes that she needs her mother, Golda, more than anything.
A profile of Mexican muralist David Alfaro Siqueiros, one of the great artists of the 20th century. According to many critics, Siqueiros stands second only to Pablo Picasso in his influence on 20th century painting. As one of the primary advocates of modern public art, Siqueiros was one the first muralists to paint on the exterior of buildings to bring the art closer to the people. Siqueiros made his name on the world stage: he painted murals in Mexico, the U.S., Cuba, Chile, and Argentina; fought as a soldier in the Mexican Revolution and the Spanish Civil War. Siqueiros was a controversy-stirring revolutionary and lifetime activist who lived with theatrical flair and painted on an epic scale.
CHAPLAINS takes the viewer into the dynamic world of chaplains-men and women who represent their own particular faith tradition, but are trained to be of comfort and support to everyone-religious or not. Through personal profiles, the documentary explores the daily life of chaplains throughout society, from their role in the military and the workplace to their work in prisons and behind-the-scenes of NASCAR. With a tradition dating back centuries, chaplains today are on the front lines-often in the midst of life and death situations- where the questions are the deepest, and the need for spiritual and pastoral care the greatest. The film provides a window into religious diversity in America today and the murky nature of the American principle of separation of religion and state.
In early summer 1944, at the height of the deportation of Hungarian Jewry, Magda Brown and George Brent arrived as teenagers to the notorious Auschwitz-Birkenau killing center. Through their eyes, Final Transports, brings the viewer on a compelling journey across multiple countries and camps, revealing the intensely human aspects of survival, resistance, chance, and luck in the face of Nazi tyranny.
We head out to western Kansas to talk to The Land Institute and find out about perennial grains and how important they are to the future of agriculture. Next we talk to The Heartland Tree Alliance about the importance of canopy cover in the urban core and nature's help in cooling down the city.
GRIZZLIES Grizzly bears are an endangered species success story. These iconic creatures were hunted nearly to extinction. Back in the 1980s there were fewer than 200 in the West's Yellowstone territory. But in 2024 there are now more than one thousand! Acclaimed outdoor journalist Kris Millgate explains the fragile balance between this powerful mammal and the humans sharing its space and how it's going to take constant efforts to share the wilderness with them. WORRY IN THE WETLANDS A recent Supreme Court decision, the Sackett case, is having a dramatic impact on wetlands conservation in the Mississippi River Valley. We'll show you how local communities are adjusting their efforts to address these new rules. The changes could have an impact on groundwater, flood protection, and plant and animal habitat. And it could especially impact the Prairie Pothole Region, part of one of the most important waterfowl habitats in the world. PECOS WILDERNESS is an area in North Central New Mexico, created under the 1964 Wilderness Act. The region serves as a major watershed for New Mexico and southern Texas. 30 million people visit each year, generating $8 billion in annual business. But the area is also rich in many minerals. Toxic waste from long-closed mining operations still threaten the Pecos River and have left scars on the land. Residents and lawmakers have been working for more than five years to stop any new mining operations.
The term pecan was coined by the Algonquin from the word "pacane," which means a nut that needs to be cracked with a stone in the Algonquin language. Commercial pecan cultivation started in the 1840's and grew through the 1880's. By the 1950's, Georgia had become the country's leading producer of pecans and remains the largest pecan-producing state in the nation to date. Capri meets Charles and Shirley Sherrod, civil rights activists and founders of the New Communities Agricultural Co-Op who explain important role of African-American farmers to the pecan industry in Georgia. Capri helps harvest pecans, tastes them right from the source and tries a unique twist on pecan pie.
Esther finds members of her family who help her put together the pieces of the past. She returns to Montreal to confront her adoptive mother about the revelations that shine a light on their life and change the way they look at the past.
The most popular French soup, and superb Mediterranean vegetable soup. Illustrates: How to slice onions fast; how to cook and brown onions; hot to make onion soup gratinee; hot to make simple and tasty vegetable soup; how to chop vegetables fast; how to make a cheese and garlic sauce for soup.
AMERICA'S HEARTLAND celebrates the men and women across who grow the country's crops, raise its livestock, tend its nurseries and prepare its food. AMERICA'S HEARTLAND taps into the national fascination with food and curiosity about unfamiliar places and ways of life, while also exploring the American values of family, hard work and the spirit of independence. The series, produced entirely on location, portrays the worlds of agriculture, horticulture and aquaculture complete with fascinating stories, compelling characters, innovative ideas and enticing travel destinations.
Join award-winning journalists every Friday night in a robust roundtable discussion of the week's major national news stories.
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.
A healthy human bone is as strong as granite! The bones produce red and white blood cells, support the immune system and give us structure and movement. In Chinese medicine the bones were seen as deep energy storage. As we age, bone density goes down and their health can suffer. Lee Holden teaches you movements to improve bone density, increase energy and circulate deep vitality through the body.
ARTHUR is based on the best-selling children's books by Marc Brown. The series revolves around an eight year-old aardvark, his four year-old sister DW, and their family and friends. ARTHUR is a show about being a kid, exploring the world, and finding your place in it. It's about kids finding inner strengths, learning to make choices for themselves, taking responsibility for them and of course, having fun. In each episode, Arthur and his gang guide us through stories that deal with real "kid issues" -- timeless difficulties and joys that all kids experience. The series also models the joys and rewards of literacy by presenting the many ways kids and adults incorporate reading and writing into their lives. Above all, ARTHUR is a comedy that tells its stories from a kids' point of view, never moralizing or talking down to them.
While cruising across the African savanna in the Tortuga, a gust of wind blows a piece of paper out of Aviva's hand and into an ostrich nest. The bros think it's a new secret formula and they spring into action to rescue her work from one of the most protective parents on earth - the ostrich! Science Concept: Ecology and reproduction of the ostrich.
Junior really wants to find a book about a Puerto Rican boy, dinosaurs, and the Bronx, but Alma and Andre can't find any stories that have all three at the bookstore. Luckily Alma has an idea: what if they help Junior make his own book? Alma and Eddie want to surprise Nestor and Gloria for their anniversary, but when Gloria gets called into work unexpectedly, their party plans might be a bust.
When family and friends want their own fancy pin, Lyla and Everett must figure out how to make the pins for everyone in time for the New Year's Eve party. / Lyla and Everett clash as they make a fun unboxing video for Phan Hardware's Summer Sale.
When Nico teases Carl about bikes being for babies, he sets out to prove Nico wrong. Bikes aren't for babies - bikes are for everyone! / Carl and his Fuzzytown friends can't wait to build a tree fort, but Carl has a hard time working as a team.
Daniel Learns to Ask First - When Daniel needs a drumstick for his pretend marching band, he takes away a spoon that Margaret was using, which makes her cry. Dad Tiger teaches Daniel that he needs to ask first before taking something away from someone else. Friends Ask First - O the Owl is reading a story to his class at school, but when Prince Wednesday grabs the book to get a closer look, no one else can see the pictures. Teacher Harriet explains that you should ask first if it's okay before you take something away from someone else.
Rosie wants to try the new ice pop from the Ice Pop Truck, but she needs to find an extra dollar to buy it. / Rosie gets a dollar after helping Tia at the mercado, but she struggles to decide what to buy with it.
Find out how the issues of the day - the state budget, health care, education, the environment, transportation, and more - impact citizens and communities throughout Washington. The Impact features interviews and profiles with the policy experts who make the decisions in Olympia and the people who are impacted back home.
As Ukraine feels the devastating effects of a vicious war, millions of displaced people search for hope. Some join the efforts of the Angelia Clinic, bringing medical care to recently liberated towns along the front lines of the war.
Join the worldwide piano sensation for a concert of fan favorites and songs from his Pianosphere album at the spectacular Grand Rex in Paris. Bence's unique piano arrangements have racked up over 1.2 billion video hits and a fanbase of millions.
In THE ADVENTURES OF PETER AND THE WOLF, the Palm Beach Symphony and Maestro Gerard Schwarz embark on a newly imagined version of Sergei Prokofiev's musical masterpiece: Peter and the Wolf (narrated by Grammy-winning singer Jon Secada). In this re-imagined concert, Peter his grandfather, the bird, the duck, the cat, and the wolf all play instruments and unite - despite their differences.
Stephen Sondheim is widely hailed as the greatest modern American musical theater composer. Series creator Elisa New speaks with Broadway stage actors and writer Adam Gopnik to explore Sondheim's singular ability to blend lyrics and music - using as their case study "Finishing the Hat," from Sondheim's Pulitzer Prize-winning musical Sunday in the Park with George.
The families share their dreams and meet with resources in their community and continue their progress to become more financially resilient using tips provided by coaches. For some it's harder than others.
The families share big wins with their Opportunity Coaches and their loved ones. Erika meets with a local nonprofit to learn how to build her business. Lynette, Omar and Jailyn visit the Seattle Culinary Academy. Wes & Maegan begin using a new tool called The Opportunity Coach for day-to-day guidance and support.
Opnr, a national entertainment marketplace for booking talent for live performances. This is a story about giving artists a larger voice in a challenging industry.
There are two strategies when it comes to hosting, either making the food in advance or putting on a show! Crespelle Manicotti with Spinach is a classic make-ahead baked pasta. Crespelle was a childhood staple, and serving them with a toppings bar can be a fun treat for your guests. The addition of shrimp to Spaghetti in Lemon Cream Sauce makes it showstopper to serve up a la minute. Be my guest!
The "Pie Capital of Texas" is a slice of heaven. Chet starts with pie for breakfast and finishes with Frito pie for dinner. Along the way, he plays disc golf at the strangest course in Texas, swims in the Blanco River, and learns the history of this railroad town.
Guest: Christine Benz, Director of Personal Finance and Retirement Planning, Morningstar. On this week's Consuelo Mack WealthTrack: In Part 2 of our "How to Retire" interview with Christine Benz, Morningstar's personal finance and retirement guru focuses on key financial lessons for retirement after discussing the important non-financial aspects in part 1.
PBS NEWSHOUR WEEKEND features a summary of the day's national and international news, using renowned experts to offer analysis.
Academy Award-winning actress Marisa Tomei and Black Madonna expert Alessandra Belloni join us for this unique episode in search of the revered and mysterious Madonna Nera in Campania, the region that both Marisa's and Kathy's families hail from. We attend two incredible celebrations for the Madonna in Moiano and Montevergine, complete with chanting, fireworks, and incredible acts of veneration.
In JOURNEYS IN JAPAN, English-speaking visitors travel the length of Japan exploring the culture, meeting local people, visiting historic sites, and offering travel hints rarely found in guidebooks. The series provides an eye-opening look at the many unique places to visit in Japan.
Much of American history has been well-preserved for generations thanks to fire safety, which has not only saved cities, but influenced the way they're built. But what is it that inspires someone to risk their life against an inferno? Retired chief Paul Hashagan shares emotional stories about bravery and service in FDNY as we see how firefighters transformed from rabble rousers to public servants.
In TELL ME MORE, host Kelly Corrigan invites notable guests to engage in long-form conversations about what makes them tick. We also meet the people that motivate and inspire these famous guests.
Join Lucy as she unearths Holmes' origins in Doyle's life as a young medical student in Edinburgh. In the early stories, she discovers the dark underbelly of late Victorian Britain and traces the author's growing disenchantment with his detective.
How did the Black Death change Britain? Lucy Worsley examines the latest science and explores how the vast death toll affected religious beliefs, class structure, work and women.
What started Britain's century of bloody witch hunts? Lucy Worsley uncovers the story of one supposed witch, whose case lit the fuse for the state-sanctioned killing of thousands.
An adventure from the last Himalayan kingdom. Home to the world's most ambitious commitment to protect nature, Bhutan faces urgent pressure to dam every river. A man named "Good Karma" guides an expedition to keep his country's mightiest river free.