We visit Green Dot Bioplastics and learn how they create biodegradable and compostable plastics. Then we talk with Mike Rollen at Ophelia's Blue Vine Farm all about farming and innovation in the urban core.
This week, Chef Maria Loi heads to the crown jewel of the Cycladic islands, Naxos. Maria embraces the amazing local cuisine of the island to create a true Naxian feast with local chef, Yiannis Ikonomou. Together, they make a delicious Chicken Pie and Grilled Tuna Filet with Potato Salad. Back in New York, Chef Loi serves up some Naxian-inspired comfort foods.
The stories and rituals of the religious pilgrims who reach Mexico's Basilica of Guadalupe from the remotest places in the country, rediscovering their own cultural heritage and history in the process.
A Catholic Sister working for the Toledo, Ohio diocese reflects on her ministry to gay men during the late 1980's and early 1990's. Sister Eileen Schieber resigned her position as the Bishop's vicar to partner with community organizers dedicated to providing care and housing for those with HIV/AIDS.
A lighthouse has been the saving grace for many a sailor during the night. Visit this stormy coastline with Bob Ross!
Focusing on the weird world of psychrometrics, and keeping temperature and humidity in balance. Take a look into the history of air conditioning, and attempts to diversify and consolidate home climate control tools, and a deeper dive into ductwork and airflow as the Lunsfords prepare to dig into Home Chemistry.
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This season we celebrate the 25 years of Classical Stretch! In this easy-to-follow standing and barre workout you will relieve tension in the lower back with posture and hip isolation exercises.
Tight legs are often the cause of back troubles. Keep both quads and hamstrings supple with an easy version of splits and a fun thigh stretch.
This episode includes unusual exercises for brain stimulation and help with balance.
The soothing sounds of a cascading waterfall come to mind in this charming Bob Ross landscape -- directly out of the pacific northwest, and from Nicholas Hankins' brushes.
There is so much to love about the art community in Rosarito. Meet a glass carving genius who uses sand blasting techniques he invented himself, then see some traditional and non-traditional paint and brush techniques; and lastly, meet a real life sculptor who creates wax and clay models that transform into metal masterpieces.
Host Jorge Meraz meets a man from India who opened up the first Punjabi Indian Restaurant of its kind in Baja. Ramesh Kumar has made Tijuana his home and enjoys sharing the flavors of India with the community. Jorge partakes in the delicious cuisine, using his hands instead of a fork. Later, we meet Ramesh's family and play a game of Cricket.
Autumn is a second spring when every leaf is a flower. Tune in as GardenSMART focuses on plants that provide a spectacular display of color in the fall.
See how to turn your embroidery machine into a quilting machine with Nancy Zieman and guest, Eileen Roche, embroidery specialist. Nancy and Eileen show how the traditional way of quilting can be revolutionized, letting the computerized machine do the tricky stitching. Learn four of the eight embroidery lessons.
Sarah goes to the Florida Agricultural Museum in Palm Coast to meet an experienced horseman and hear about his 30 year career as a jockey. Jack expresses his love of horses and passion for racing. Roger decides to take some close-up photos of Jack and use acrylics to paint his portrait.
It's no secret that Texas is big. Alright, more than big. Texas is HUGE!! And exploring Texas ain't no small vacation, it's a lifetime endeavor. But what if you only have one day? Well that's where we come in. From the well-known landmarks to the completely obscure dives and hideaways - and all within a day's reach. The Daytripper is a multi Emmy-award winning travel program aimed at inspiring folks to get out and explore the Lone Star State and to show folks that beauty and adventure is closer than they imagined. Whether the destinations are truly a day trip away or further, The Daytripper is sure to entertain with Chet Garner's historical reenactments, costumes, and almost bottomless stomach as he travels Texas and sees the history, outdoors, and food that every town (big or small) has to offer.
Hosts Liora, Yolanda, and Maya visit the Vik Winery in the Chilean countryside where they learn all about the Estate's terroir and wine production. The beautiful estate has a hotel with unique architecture that mirrors the landscape. Will they find the perfect wines that reflect the region's unique qualities?
Samantha kicks off her visit at the beautiful Rose Island Lighthouse, just off the coast of Newport, and learns from preservationist Charlotte Johnson about how the island and its historic structures were saved, and are now available for overnight guests. In Newport, Samantha visits what is likely the oldest family business in America--the John Stevens shop--where Nick Benson and his family carry on the ancient craft of stone carving in a building older than the United States itself. With history found in every plot of ground, Samantha meets Newport Historian Keith Stokes, who reveals the hidden history of God's Little Acre, a Colonial-era cemetery whose gravestones tell the story of the African American experience in Rhode Island. They also visit Division Street, where advocates for religious freedom and the abolition of slavery were once uneasy neighbors with slave traders. Strolling on Newport's famous Cliff Walk, Samantha takes in spectacular views of the windswept Atlantic and Gilded Age mansions before stepping inside Marble House, the "cottage" owned by Alva Vanderbilt, a champion of the American suffragette movement. No visit to Rhode Island is complete without clams so Samantha takes to the water to try her hand at harvesting these mouth-watering mollusks with a little help from local shell fisherman David Ghigliotti. Samantha enjoys these fruits of the sea compliments of TR McGrath, whose family business carries on the tradition of Rhode Island clambakes. TR teaches Samantha how to end her Rhode Island trip right by making the perfect Rhode Island clam chowder-then treats her to a seaside lobster and clambake to top it all off.
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The Day provides viewers with the background and analysis they need to understand the top stories of the last 24 hours. Join our Chief News Anchor Brent Goff as he puts the day's events into context and discusses them with experts and correspondents in the field.
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Dig into sports food culture at Met Life Stadium from the parking lot to the luxury suites. Meet tailgating master Bradford Thompson and Elliot Chrem, who serves up unique kosher gameday offerings. Jets defensive lineman Tanzel Smart prepares his grandmother's award-winning crawfish etouffee. Former Rutgers football star, Eric LeGrand, discusses all things football, tailgating and coffee.
Pati journeys to Casas Grandes to experience the preserved foods, or "conservas," that sustained people during the Mexican Revolution. She meets a family that has lived for generations at Hacienda de San Diego, Mexico's "White House" for a day after the battle of Casas Grandes, including Diana Acosta and her mother, Sara Ramirez, who still preserves foods the way they did during the war.
Everything tastes better when it's made by mom, and this week in the Homemade Live! kitchen host Joel Gamoran and his guests are sharing their moms' all-time favorite recipes. Founder of Ambitious Kitchen, Monique Volz, stops by and cooks a family favorite, Chipotle Chicken Pozole. And Joel is told an inspiring story from one mom that proves recipes live forever.
The challenge of kid friendly meals their parents will like is solved when Sara makes two family favorites: Spaghetti with Bacon and Eggs and Meatloaf but made in individual portions with spiced peas and onions on the side.
NEWSLINE is produced by NHK, Japan's news leading public broadcaster, featuring global news and current affairs, business, sports, science and technology trends plus global weather forecasts from over 30 news bureaus throughout the world.
Hosted by Sumi Somaskanda, BBC NEWS AMERICA gives audiences a detailed look into news stories from around the world from the BBC news desk in Washington DC.
A visit to J.Q. Dickinson Salt works yields salt harvested from an ancient ocean deep beneath the mountains. Musical guest: The Hardways.
On April 20, 1992, Roger Taylor, Brian May, and John Deacon - the surviving members of Queen took the stage of London's legendary Wembley Stadium to announce the start of one of the biggest events in rock history: a tribute to the incomparable Freddie Mercury with a glittering array of guests, including Elton John, Robert Plant, Annie Lennox, Liza Minnelli, David Bowie, George Michael and many more. FREDDIE MERCURY: THE TRIBUTE CONCERT captures this historic event, which aimed to celebrate the singer's life and work and increase public awareness of AIDS the disease that prematurely ended his life. Songs include "Bohemian Rhapsody," "We Will Rock You," and "We Are the Champions."
Filmed on 18 cameras at London's Wembley Stadium, TINA TURNER: ONE LAST TIME is as spectacular as the legendary Tina Turner. Her energetic and moving performance includes hits such as "River Deep Mountain High," "Let's Stay Together," "What's Love Got to Do With It, " "The Best," and "Proud Mary."
Christiane Amanpour leads wide-ranging, in-depth conversations with global thought leaders and cultural influencers on the issues and trends impacting the world each day, from politics, business and technology to arts, science and sports.
Singer/saxophonist Karl Denson fronts the Tiny Universe as if he is preaching the gospel--and the energy and spirit he brings to THE KATE stage is potent. With a reputation as one of the great live bands, Denson and Tiny Universe perform their jazz-funk jams including "Dance Lesson No. 2", "Something Sweet" "I'm Your Biggest Fan" and "Change my Way" and more.
A film by: Liz Barney and Alison Week. ISLAND COWGIRLS highlights two Hawaiian cowgirls (paniolo) who have dedicated their lives to caring for their family ranches. On the northwest side of Hawai'i island, as La'I Bertlemann prepares to graduate from highschool, she must make a difficult decision whether to stay home in Hawai'i and continue her family tradition of land stewardship or leave. Meanwhile, on the south side, Lani Cran Petrie is at a crossroads as she continues to plan for the future of her ranch while faced with the uncertainty of the state-held lease of the land expiring soon.
Ecuador is one of the most biodiverse places on the planet, yet its wild spaces are among the most threatened. In 2008, the country became the first nation in the world to enshrine the "rights of nature" in its constitution-granting wild species their own legal rights to exist. Today, conservationists are putting that powerful tool to the test as they battle to save biodiversity hotspots.
Cynthia Meyers is a renowned flautist and principal piccolo player in the Boston Symphony Orchestra. She hears the sounds of nature in symphonies. Using native plants, she makes havens for birds, bees and butterflies in her garden retreat. She focuses on untamed environments, turning a grass front yard into a flower garden. Her shoulder and knee pain are eased through better body alignment.
Bulldog, Pigeon, Dolphin, and Stretching Dog all have something to teach us about stretching and strengthening various parts of our bodies.
The garden visited in this episode has unbelievable biodiversity that provides a haven for wildlife. Even by making small changes to our garden it can have an impact on our surrounding ecosystem. And it can be beautiful as well. Be sure to tune in as we GardenSMART.
GardenSMART visits a farm that's pushing the boundaries in how we use hedges in the garden. From learning about plants both new and old, to new ways of growing them, this show is loaded with great ideas. Tune in as we GardenSMART.
Never get bored in your artistic pursuits when you shake up your schedule. Make an accordion fold book highlighting just one day in your life with host Julie Fei Fan Balzer. Then, your daily journal gets a fierce make over with Joe Rotella and a dragon scale cover. Last is a color study - pink.
This season we celebrate the 25 years of Classical Stretch! Join Miranda Esmonde-White for a workout that will help decompress your vertebrae and stretch your spine.
MEDICAL FRONTIERS explores the groundbreaking world of Japanese medical technology and healthcare from prevention to cure. From diet and exercise to the latest treatments, news about medical advances can be hard to grasp. MEDICAL FRONTIERS features 16 half-hour episodes that cut through the jargon to simply explain the latest breakthroughs in Japanese medical technology and treatments. The series also offers fun and easy tips on staying fit and healthy, and serves as a valuable resource for medical professionals by presenting complex issues in a way that patients can easily understand.
A visit to J.Q. Dickinson Salt works yields salt harvested from an ancient ocean deep beneath the mountains. Musical guest: The Hardways.
Celebrate Houston's transcendent 1994 performance, which brought joy to a newly liberated country. Houston was the first major Western recording artist to perform in the post-apartheid nation following President Nelson Mandela's historic election.
Explore the work of one of the most renowned, respected and popular cultural historians with this new retrospective documentary, which explores his work and how it has made history come alive for tens of millions of Americans.
Christiane Amanpour leads wide-ranging, in-depth conversations with global thought leaders and cultural influencers on the issues and trends impacting the world each day, from politics, business and technology to arts, science and sports.