On this episode, Nikki "D" and the Sisters of Thunder connect with some heartfelt gospel and blues. They're joined by International Blues Challenge Finalists Lil' Red & the Rooster, who contribute their own brand of entertainment with a washboard and a guitar. International Blues Challenge winner Joe Waters rounds out the guest list and he brings his own style of funk and folk.. Hosted by singer-songwriter Eric Gnezda.
Taped deep within the subterranean amphitheater of The Caverns in Tennessee's majestic Cumberland Mountains, "The Caverns Sessions" (formerly known as "Bluegrass Underground") features both long-established and emerging artists within a broad spectrum of genres to include Roots-Rock, Jam Band, R&B, Country, Soul, Hip Hop, Folk, Americana and Bluegrass - music from the heart of the American experience.
THE SONGWRITERS features engaging conversations between host Ken Paulson and Nashville Songwriters Hall of Fame members about their creative processes and the inspirations for some of their most iconic songs. Each episode reveals behind-the-scenes stories and showcases rare musical performances by the writers of some of the most-revered songs in music history. Season four features legendary songwriters John Prine (Angel from Montgomery, Hello in There), Jimmy Webb (Wichita Lineman, By the Time I Get to Phoenix), Gary Burr (Loves Been a Little Bit Hard on Me, Nobody Wants to Be Lonely), Sharon Vaughn (My Heroes Have Always Been Cowboys), Mike Reid (I Can't Make You Love Me), Kent Blazy (If Tomorrow Never Comes) and Steve Bogard (Prayin' for Daylight).
This episode features a few Grand Ole Opry Stars - The Shootouts, a band that leans into many influences including blues, and rock AND Christian Lopez, pioneering his own brand of Americana. They're joined by Broadway songwriter Nellie McKay, who also contributes some touches of jazz, pop and cabaret styles to her tunes. Hosted by singer-songwriter Eric Gnezda.
SONG OF THE MOUNTAINS showcases the best talents in bluegrass and old-time country music from the heart of the region where it all began. Performances are held at the beautifully restored Lincoln Theatre in Marion, Virginia. Hosted by Tim White. The Lincoln Theatre in Marion, Va., was originally built in 1929. The theatre is on the National Register of Historic Places and has been designated a Virginia Historic Landmark. It is one of only three existing Mayan Revival-style theatres in America. Once known as the "finest showplace in Southwest Virginia," The Lincoln has been restored to its former grandeur, now fully accentuated by state-of-the-art computerized sound and lighting systems.
The collection of boats at the Antique Boat Museum in Clayton New York are featured and we tour the 1903 La Duchesse, a gilded age two-story houseboat built for 19th century hotelier George C. Boldt. VINTAGE VESSELS tours the Boldt Yacht house and its collection of classic vessels. Then Vintage Vessels visits the Paul Blackley Boat company in Gravenhurst Ontario where they are restoring Henry Ford's 1924 race boat, Evangeline.
An Iowa farm thrives despite the untimely loss of the family patriarch, carrying on his legacy as one of the state's few Black-owned farms. A Vermont couple finds new ways to better protect their land from drought and floods. A Georgia farm keeps the produce coming year-round by planting and harvesting in three different locations. Soybeans may soon be part of the asphalt beneath you.
American music is heavily laced with the DNA of The Blues. That was the case one hundred years ago and that's the case now in the 21st Century. Clarksdale, Mississippi is ground zero.
Instructor Wai Lana's approach to the ancient science of yoga targets overall health by focusing not only on the body, but also on the mind and spirit.
This project is a clever way to light a room for relaxation. By joining delicately sawn artwork with live edge stands, you can infuse art into any room. Watch how a laser makes cuts in wood. Learn how to master cutting with a scroll saw.
Combine scrap wood, common router bits, and a little creativity to Combine scrap wood, common router bits, and a little creativity to craft a variety of custom molding profiles. Chris shows how to make a craft a variety of custom molding profiles. Chris shows how to make a table saw sled for cutting accurate miters. The result: eye-catching table saw sled for cutting accurate miters. The result: eye-catching picture frames you can make in a short time. picture frames you can make in a short time.
No piece of furniture has the pedigree like the wing back chair. Steve shows us how to build a wooden version.
Richard explains why sink clogs happen, how to prevent them, and offers safer maintenance alternatives. Mauro demonstrates how to test for lead-based paint. Then, Mark installs granite hillside steps, creating safer access to a backyard fire pit.
Shady spots in the landscape don't have to be frustrating. GardenSMART visits a unique garden in Oregon that has thousands of hostas, hardy ferns and epimediums that are perfect for shade. We also discuss their care and maintenance. There's a lot to learn. Be sure to tune in as we GardenSMART.
Founded by Dave Pando, LVL UP Sports is a paintball and airsoft park in Grove City, Ohio, built around the idea of turning action sports into a full-scale outdoor experience that includes a huge woodsball course and a large castle-style arena. This is a story about never giving up on your childhood dream.
DINING WITH THE CHEF introduces Americans to the techniques, ingredients and harmony of Japanese cuisine. Hosted by Yu Hayami who cooks alongside master chef Tatsuo Saito, and co-host Patrick Harlan who cooks with chef Rika Yukimasa, with occasional appearances by other guest chefs, the series presents delicious Japanese dishes that can be made at home. Chef Tatsuo Saito, a prominent master of Japanese culinary arts, has served as head chef at the Japanese embassies in Paris and Washington and was an instructor in Japanese cuisine at a Swiss hotel school. He has also prepared tastings for the National Cherry Blossom Festival in Washington, D.C. In Tokyo he operates a cooking school and is a prolific author, often appearing on television, in magazines and on the lecture circuit. In DINING WITH THE CHEF, Chef Saito takes us to the heart of Japanese cuisine by demonstrating culinary techniques, explaining ingredients, and showing how to arrange food to bring out its distinctive characteristics. Host Yu Hayami is an international singer and actress who was born in Japan and raised in Guam and Hawaii. Aside from her career and being a mother of two, she is also involved in charity work. Yu is a lover of good food, as well as a fine wine enthusiast.
Wildflower Blossoms by Krisanne Watkins is a truly unique floral block that you'll definitely want to try! The main quilt block has variously sized petals that come together with the magic of a partial seam. The Irish chain block in two shades of green and the side setting triangles the design together. Creativity blossoms on this episode of Love of Quilting!
We visit Rochester NY, the home of the impressive 13,000 square foot store, Record Archives. Celebrating his 50th year, owner and musician Richard Storms has one of the most impressive stores we've ever seen, also having a live music venue and bar called the Backroom Lounge. We also go to Bop Shop Records, renowned for the high quality of their used vinyl - the selection goes from Ska, Punk, as well as Blues, Soul, and Funk. And before we left, we couldn't miss going to The Hi-Fi Lounge, once known as THE CD EXCHANGE - which has had its doors open for over thirty years.
The late Bob Ross delights and encourages the painting hobbyist. The soft-spoken Ross paints natural scenes, including his trademark "happy" clouds, mountains and trees, while soothingly offering words of encouragement to those painting at home.
Nicholas Hankins is your guide to painting the final embers of a splendid sunset over a picturesque lake.
AMERICA'S TEST KITCHEN FROM COOK'S ILLUSTRATED uses a common-sense, practical approach to solve everyday cooking problems and save viewers time and money. Bridget Lancaster and Julia Collin Davison lead a team of dedicated test kitchen cooks to reveal the basics of foolproof home cooking while preparing dozens of exhaustively tested recipes. The series also features the popular segments viewers know and love. In "The Tasting Lab," expert Jack Bishop puts supermarket staples to the test before revealing the series' top food recommendations. Then, equipment tester Adam Ried takes viewers through an exhaustive and unbiased search for the best kitchen items in "Equipment Corner." Meanwhile, in "Gadgets Galore," Lisa McManus reviews her favorite gadgets and reveals which ones are worth the cost-or not.
Hosted by Bridget Lancaster and Julia Collin Davison, Cook's Country features the best regional home cooking in the country and relies on the same practical, no-nonsense food approach that has made Cook's Country magazine so successful. Cook's Country is where family-friendly recipes from every corner of America are reimagined for home cooks everywhere.
The Ozark Mountains have provided indigenous tribes and early settlers with nutrition to thrive off the land for centuries. Chef Walter Staib meets with a few modern foragers who reuse the Ozarks' sustainable ingredients and natural resources to better their health and community. Recipes include acorn financier, pecan croquettes, and bitter green Panisse.
PATI'S MEXICAN TABLE brings authentic Mexican flavors, colors, textures and warmth into American kitchens. A former policy analyst focused on Latin American politics and history, Pati Jinich is a chef, cooking teacher, food writer and mother of three whose true passion lies in sharing the tastes of her childhood and culinary adventures in her native country. In each episode, Pati embarks upon an exciting and entertaining journey, where each dish serves as a point of departure into Mexico's rich history and culture, Pati's personal experiences, and her ongoing conversations with cooks in both Mexico and the United States. Each half-hour highlights a singular Mexican food - from familiar ingredients like vanilla, avocado and chorizo to the mysterious grains used by the Aztecs and the adventurous and trendy cuisine found across Mexico today. From traditional takes on tomatillos to modern spins on huevos rancheros, Pati inspires viewers to make great Mexican dishes in their own homes.
Drew is a 4th-generation farmer on the family farm in Woodhull, IL, and was recognized by the Illinois Soybean Association as a "20 under 40" award winner for his leadership. Adrienne did not grow up on a farm. She shares stories of all she has learned over the years, stressing the importance of prioritizing your health and sanity, and how it impacts the sustainability of your farm.
This show features the gritty sounds of West Virginia Hall of Fame members The Carpenter Ants, along with fellow West Virginian and NPR's Mountain State founder Larry Groce. Renowned record producer Don Dixon joins the group bringing his own amazing music credentials. He helped shape the sounds of R.E.M. and he tours with Mary Chapin Carpenter's band playing bass. Hosted by singer-songwriter Eric Gnezda.
"Happy Days" opens this show, Jimmy Roberts sings "Any Time", and George Cates conducts the band in "Nadia's Theme". This famous themes show wouldn't be complete without "Bubbles in the Wine", our boss's theme, and along the way we salute Burns & Allen's with "Love Nest", Mae West with "Some of these Days", and Bob Hope with "Thanks for the Memories".
As the seniors wait to hear back from colleges, the mental health battle ensues as the impact of spending nearly a year learning online takes its toll. Hope arrives with the rollout of the COVID vaccine, and as case numbers in Contra Costa County begin to fall, Deer Valley High School announces the return of some sports. Now, the Deer Valley athletes have something to prove. Ahmad plays football, Ebei and Kadynce try out for cheer, and Mr. Cam finally hears from one of his missing students.
Author, journalist and filmmaker Sebastian Junger discusses his book, Author, journalist and filmmaker Sebastian Junger discusses his book, "In My Time of Dying: How I Came Face to Face with the Idea of an "In My Time of Dying: How I Came Face to Face with the Idea of an Afterlife," with Rachel Martin, host of NPR's Wild Card Podcast. Afterlife," with Rachel Martin, host of NPR's Wild Card Podcast. Recorded at the University of Louisville Kentucky Author Forum. Recorded at the University of Louisville Kentucky Author Forum.
John explores how Latino chefs, artists, and leaders are shaping Philadelphia's culture and driving its progress.
The sunny, Spanish island of Ibiza is famous for its beach parties and all-night discos. But there's another part of the island where people work in harmony with nature to heal the soil and the soul. Meet the new generation of farmers using regenerative agriculture to produce healthy, biodiverse foods and the chefs who transform that into amazing meals that taste the way nature intended.
A split screen jazz film based on "Un Trip through the Mind Jail" by raulrsalinas, 1969 Leavenworth Federal Penitentiary. Seen through the life of the poet, mass incarceration, community destruction and gentrification and the overwhelming force of cultural memory in sanity and salvation.
Grammy-winning R&B trailblazer Miguel lights up the ACL stage in a dynamic performance featuring songs from his acclaimed album CAOS alongside fan favorites from across his celebrated career.